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FILE TITLE SPECIAL PERMIT SP- 9aa• 75
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• NOTICE OF TO L-1;file No.R-R'35-
PUBLIC HEARING 76;property locitadat
' the northwest corner
RENTON PLANNING COM-
MISSION of Seneca-Avenue
RENTON,WASHINGTON S.W. and S.W. 13th
Street. -
AAffidavit of Publication WILL PBEB HELD EBYRTHE -.ING 6 S TERIMPRO-OFOVE-
/ RENTON PLANNING COM-' ; •., MENTS FOR A TWO
MISSION AT ITS REGU-• ' LOT SHORT PLAT;
STATE OF WASHINGTON LAR MEETING IN THE . ' file No. W-886-76;
ss. COUNCIL CHAMBERS, property located at the.
COUNTY OF KING CITY HALL, RENTON, northwest corner of
WASHINGTON, ON- : Aberdeen Avenue
OCTOBER 13, 1976,'AT . ._ . .-
8:00 P.M. TO CONSIDER
Parbarfa Cemna na being first duly sworn on T.HPETITIONS:E0LLO,W I N G I '"N.E. and N.E. 12th
Street.
• 1. SPECIAL PERMIT i • 7..WAIVER -OF OFF-
oath,deposes and says that,$. f...is the ..G.h. :F:.f 0.l.ex'.1 of, TO FILL AND GRADE SITE IMPROVE-
THE RENTON RECORD-CHRONICLE, a newspaper published four(4) IN M-P/ ZONE file MENTS FORAFOUR
times a week.That said newspaper is a legal newspaper and it is now and • o• S P-8 2 2-7 . LOT SHORT PLAT;
has been for more than six months prior to the date of publication referred property located scut file No. W-887-76;
to, printed and published in the English language continually as a news- • of existing Mobil and property located atthe
paper published four(4)times a week in Kent,King County,Washington, Olympic Petroleum • - northeast corner of
and it is now and during all of said time was printed in an office maintained Distribution Facilities, Thomas Avenue S.W.
at the aforesaid place of publication of said newspaper.That the Renton north .of S.W. 43rd and S.W.3rd Place.
Record-Chronicle has been approved as a legal newspaper by order of the 8.TEMPORARY PER-
Superior Court of the County in which it is published,to-wit,King County, MIT EXTENSION
Street,and westerly of FOR MOBILE HOME
East Valley Road.
Washington.That the annexed is a F.C tic e of Public 2.WAIVER. OF OFF--
-SITE IMPROVE- .
1;('.er'ln ', Planning Commission — Petitions MENTS FOR A A . TO REMAIN ON •
THREE LOT SHORT CONSTRUCTION
PLAT;file No.W-881_ SITE FOR ADDI-
as it was published in regular issues(and 76; property located - T I O'N A L SIXTY
not in supplement form of said newspaper) once each issue for a period on the southwest DAYS; file No. TP-
corner of N.E. 12th 858-76; property
• Street and Aberdeen - located at 416 South
Avenue N.E.;the east 36th Street.
of ono consecutive issues,commencing on the 230 feet of Tract 26. . Legal descriptions of all
3., VARIANCE FROM applications noted above on
day of �'Ctober 197(j THE SHORELINE - file in the Renton Planning
and ending the MASTER PROGRAM; Department.
REQUIREMENTS ALL INTERESTED
'file No. V-880`r6-.-'- PERSONS TO SAID
day of property located in'tfe
Y ,19 both dates . ' vicinity of 277'00.''
inclusive, and that such newspaper was regularly distributed to its sub- ' . Mountain View Av-
scribers during all of said period. That the full amount of the fee enue North. PETITIONS ARE INVITED
4. REZONE FROM G TO BE PRESENT AT THE
o1C TO B-1;,file No. R PLANNING COMMISSION
charged for the foregoing publication is the sum of g.1./. , which 884-76• ro y MEETING ON OCTOBER
has been paid in full at the rate of per folio of one hundred words for the located at 1302 North 13, 1976 AT 8:00 P.M. to
first insertion and per folio of one hundred words for each subsequent 30th Street at the EXPRESS THEIR
insertion.
corner of North 30th• OPINIONS.
Street and Park Av- SANDRAGIST,'
,i,c',c,,,_ ez?,,,,/ (ef,.:e( enue North. SECRETARY
... ...' - 5. REZONE FROM R-4 RENTONPLANNING
C'n i.e f clerk ' Published CinOthe MISSION
Renton
Record-Chronicle•October
3, 1976. R 3994
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 3 day of
October 19 76 _ GA,.,,
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Notary Pblic in and for the State of Washington, /
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residing at Kent, King County.
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— Passed by the Legislature,1955,known as Senate Bill281,effective June f _
9th, 1955.
—Western Union Telegraph Co. rules for counting words and figures, •
adopted by the newspapers of the State. ---'"
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V.P.C.Form No.87 ,
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a, y:�.: . 0 THE CITY OF RENTON
c` ®� t MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON, WASH. 98055
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°' CHARLES J. DELAURENTI , MAYOR ® PLANNING DEPARTMENT
-)13 235-2550
October 19, 1976
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Messrs. Don Cowles and J. J. Gordon
Burlington Northern
Property Management Department
Lobby2
Central Building
Seattle, WA 98104
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Re: Special Permit, File No. SP-822-75
Gentlemen:
The Renton Planning Commission at its October 13, 1976, public hearing
approved the remainder of the Glacier Park' Company Special Permit
No. SP-822-75 subject to the conditions listed in the attached Special
Studies Committee report. The Commission also added the condition that
Glacier Park Company continue the option for the City to purchase the
39 acre wetland area on a year to year basis until such time as the
applicant has use for the property.
An additional bond, equal to the amount posted for the Phase 'I fill permit,
will be necessary. It is our understanding that the large trees along
Springbrook Creek in or very near the greenbelt area will not be a problem
for you to preserve.
We will be pleased to assist you in the platting phases of your develop-
ment. Please contact this department if you have any further questions.
Very truly yours,
Gordon Y. Ericksen
Planning.,Director of
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/Michael L. Smith
7 Associate Planner
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RENTON PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
OCTOBER 13 , 1976
41 APPLICANT : GLACIER PARK COMPANY
APPLICATION : SPECIAL PERMIT FOR FILL AND GRADE , No . SP-822-75
FINDINGS AND 1 . A revised fill and drainage plan of the remain-
COMMENTS : ing phases of the project has been submitted
and reviewed by the Special Studies Committee
and Planning Department .
2 . See Special Studies Committee report for
additional findings and comments .
DECISION •
CONSIDERATIONS : Approval as per Special Studies Committee report .
APPLICANT : JOHN B . WEERS
APPLICATION : REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS
REQUIRED FOR PROPOSED SHORT-PLAT ; File Number W-881-76
FINDINGS AND
COMMENTS : 1 . The Special Studies Committee has studied the
subject request.
2 . The Engineering Division has indicated that
grade could be established on Aberdeen Avenue N . E .
and N . E . 12th Street .
3 . A short plat and waiver has been initiated at
the northwest corner of the same intersection .
DECISION
CONSIDERATIONS : Concurrence with the Special Studies Committee
report .
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APPLICANT : ROBERT B . MARTINDALE
APPLICATION : VARIANCE FROM THE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM
REQUIREMENTS ; File Number V-880-76
FINDINGS AND
COMMENTS : 1 . Applicant requests a variance from the 20 foot
setback from the water ' s edge requirement of
the City ' s Shoreline Master Program .
2 . The subject property has been filled and a rock
rip-rap bulkhead installed pursuant to a Shore-
line Substantial Development permit approved
on January 3 , 1973 .
3 . The applicant proposed to construct a single
family residence to within 5 - 8 feet of the
water ' s edge with a deck extending to within
1 - 2 feet of the water ' s edge .
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SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE
REPORT
OCTOBER 13 , 1976
PAGE TWO
CONCLUSIONS : ( Glacier Park Co . , cont ' d . )
The Special Studies Committee recommends approval
of the remaining fill request as indicated on the
map labeled Exhibit D , together with the revised
drainage plan indicated as Exhibit E which excludes
from filling the twenty acre wetland donation area ,
the 39 acres optional wetland area , the proposed
P-1 drainage channel area , and the Springbrook Creek
including the preservation Of the greenbelt area
sixty feet from the centerline and on both sides of
the creek. The large trees and other vegetation within
this area shall be preserved . Approval shall be
further subject to : .
1 . The operational conditions listed in the
Phase I approval .
2 . Phase V (area #6 on Exhibit D ) shall be
filled last , relative to the entire fill
operation . Fill of this area shall begin
from the south and progress northward to
the southerly boundary of the 39 acre
optional wetland area .
3 . A preliminary plat of the area shall be
submitted within six months from the
date of this approval or said approval
shall expire.
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ITEM: JOHN B . WEERS ; Request for Waiver of Off-Site
Improvements , Application No . W-881-76 .
MEETINGS : The Special Studies Committee met on September 23 ,
and October 7 , 1976 to review the subject request .
FINDINGS : 1 . Although similar improvements do not exist along
Aberdeen Avenue N . E . or N . E . 12th Street , installing
the improvements could initiate similar improve
ments in the area .
2 . The Engineering Division is able to establish
grade for both Aberdeen Avenue N . E . and N . E . 12th
Street .
3 . The site is near the bridge over Sunset Boulevard ,
this establishes Aberdeen Avenue N . E . as an
important collector arterial street .
4 . The property across N . E . 12th Street at the
northwest corner of Aberdeen Avenue N . E . is also
being subdivided and a waiver is requested . This
is further reason to require the improvements at
this intersection at this time and establish a
trend for the area .
5 . The committee upon studying the site and surrounding
area feels that the improvements are needed and can
be installed at the present time .
CONCLUSIONS : The committee recommends denial of waiver request based
on the above findings .
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MEMORANDUM
• October 5 , 1976
TO : Special Studies Committee Members
FROM: Michael Smith , Assoc . Planner
RE : GLACIER PARK FILL PERMIT
We have received the attached additional informa-
tion from Glacier Park Company. The Engineering
firm of Stevens , Thompson, and Runyan has revised
the estimates of fill remaining in the pit, extra
fill on previously filled areas , and the estimated
range of fill needed to complete the operation .
The table on page 2 indicates a range of between
674, 000 cu. yds . and 813 ,000 cu . yds . of material
needed to complete the fill project. Figures indi -
cate that the pit contains 670 ,000 cu . yds . of
material . It appears from these revised figures '
that there is enough material available from present
sources to complete the project next year. The numbers ,
colors , and cubic yardages on the attached map refer
to the sites and figures in the second table on
page 2 of the report.
A meeting has been scheduled on Thursday, October 7 ,
at 7 : 30 p. m. to discuss, this matter further with
Glacier Park Co. representatives and prepare a final
recommendation to forward to the Commission .
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Attn: Mr. James Gordon
Gentlemen:
In accordance with your request, we hate completed a review of the
estimatedearthwork quantities remaining from the present borrow pit
site adjacent to Carr Road. This bharow con lusionmaterial
cfsthiste year'sreflects
borrow
estimated quantities remaining re aced preliminary quantity
pit operation. In addition, we have also pof six separate areas within
estimates for on-site filling and grading
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e Orillia Industrial District. Each area is outlined on the attached
site plan. on the
The on-sita fill and borrow pit quantities were computed based up
following assumptions.
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ground lines were established from surveys taken by
o All existing roved
the BNI Railway and STR.
pit quantities were prepared in conformance with the .pp
roved
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comprehensive grading plan. e or swell.
o Borrow pit quantities do not take into account shrinkage rate
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o The material placed °n_ttional 9Sinchfill
secti.onareas
wouldto besrequired to
elevation only. An adds
bring each up site to the finished grades indicated in the 1969
Master
industrial District Plan proposed finished
or to the
hent plan.
grades as modified for the present site develop
o Preliminary settlement of the underlying soils caused by the
proposed on-site has been allowed for,iinnaccordance with
Shannon & Wilson's
s report of February 21, 9
o No surcharging of the roadways was included in this estimate.
borrow pit site,
surcharge
In addition to the material availablematerialgmust be remooind
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approximately 55,000 CY of existing
from Longacres Parkway and Lind Avenue iefareoeither roadway
or or adadjoinimately
industrial sites can be developed.
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October 1, 1976
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moved from the 1973 on-site fill
60,000 CY of surcharge Road before that �'
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property is further developed. -
attached estimate outlines available fill material and estimated on- T
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STEVENS, THOMPSON & RUNYAN, INC. i
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GLACIER PARK COMPANY PRELIMINARY QUANTITY ESTIMATE
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Estimated Fill Material Available
Borrow pit material remaining after 1976 670,000 CY
Longacres Parkway and Lind Avenue surcharge material 55,000 CY
1973 On-Site fill area surcharge material 60,000 CY
785,000 CY
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Estimated On-Site Fill Quantities
Average Elev. •
Exist. Proposed
Site Fill Quantity Range Ground Top of Fill
1 215,000 7 226,000* CY 11 16
• 2 142,000 - 176,000* CY 12.5 16
3 73,000 - 80,000* CY 12.5 16°
4 79,000 - 87,000* CY 13 16
5 104,000* - 104,000* CY 11 16
6 140,000 - 140,000 CY
674,000 - 813,000 CY
Source: *1969 Orillia Industrial District Master Plan
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Attn: Mr. James Gordon
Gentlemen:
In accordance with your request, we have completed a review of the
estimated earthwork quantities remaining from the present borrow pit
site adjacent to Carr Road. This borrow material estimate reflects
estimated quantities remaining at the conclusion of this year's borrow
pit operation. In addition, we have also prepared preliminary quantity
estimates for on-site filling and grading of six separate areas within
the Orillia Industrial District. Each area is outlined on the attached
site plan.
The on-sits fill and borrow pit quantities were computed based upon the
following assumptions.
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o A11 existing ground lines were established from surveys taken by
the BNI Railway and STR.
o Borrow pit quantities were prepared in conformance with the approved
comprehensive grading plan.
o Borrow pit quantities do not take into account shrinkage or swell.
o The material placed on the 6 on-site fill areas is to subgrade
elevation only. An additional 9-inch section would be required to
bring each site up to the finished grades indicated in the 1969
Orillia Industrial District Master Plan or to the proposed finished
grades as modified for the present site development plan.
o Preliminary settlement of the underlying soils caused by the
proposed on-site fill has been allowed for in accordance with
Shannon & Wilson's report of February 21, 1969.
o No surcharging of the roadways was included in this estimate. •
In addition to the material available from the existing borrow pit site,
approximately 55,000 CY of existing surcharge material must be removed
from Longacres Parkway and Lind Avenue before either roadway or adjoining
industrial sites can be developed. It is also recommended that approximately
Stevens.Thompson a. Runya1_a__Jc.
Engineers/Planners
Glacier Park Company
October 1, 1976
Page 2
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60,000 CY of surcharge material be removed from the- 1973 on-site fill I
Road before that
area located between Lind Avenue and East Valley
property is further developed. E
The attached estimate outlines available fill material and estimated on-
site fill requirements for the six outlined sites. i
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STEVENS, THONPSON & Ri1NYAN, INC. F
R. V. Hermes, P.E.
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GLACIER PARK COMPANY PRELIMINARY QUANTITY ESTIMATE
Estimated Fill Material Available
Borrow pit material remaining after 1976 670,000 CY
Longacres Parkway and Lind Avenue surcharge material 55,000 CY
1973 On-Site fill area surcharge material 60,000 CY
785,000 CY
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Estimated On-Site Fill Quantities
Average Elev. •
• Exist. Proposed
Site Fill Quantity Range Ground Top of Fill
1 215,000 - 226,000* CY 11 16
2 142,000 - 176,000* CY 12.5 16
3 73,000 - 80,000* CY 12.5 16'
4 79,000 - 87,000* CY 13 16
5 104,000* - 104,000* CY 11 16
6 140,000 - 140,000 CY
674,000 - 813,000 CY
Source: *1969 Orillia Industrial District Master Plan
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
RENTON , WASHINGTON
A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELP BY THE RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION AT ITS
REGULAR MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS , CITY HALL , RENTON , WASHINGTON ,
ON OCTOBER 13„ 1976 AT 8 : 00 P . M. TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING
PETITIONS :
X 1 . SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE IN M-P/G ZONE ; file No .
SP-822-75 ; property located south of existing Mobil and
Olympic Petroleum Distribution Facilities , ,north of S .W .
43rd Street , and westerly of East Valley Road .
2 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A THREE LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-881-76 ; property located on the southwest corner
of N . E . 12th Street aid Aberdeen Avenue N . E . ; the east 230
feet of Tract 26 .
3 . VARIANCE FROM THE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ;
file No . V-880-76 ; property located in the -vicinity of
2700 Mountain View Avrue North .
4 . REZONE FROM G TO B-1 ; ifile No . R-884-76 ; property located
at 1302 North 30th Street at the corner of North 30th Street
and Park Avenue North.
5 . REZONE FROM R-4 TO L-1 ; file No . R-885-76; property located
at the northwest corner of Seneca Avenue S .W . and S . W . 13th
Street .
6 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A TWO LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-886-76 ; property located at the northwest corner
of Aberdeen Avenue N . E . and N . E . 12th Street .
7 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A FOUR LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-887-76 ; property located at the northeast corner
of Thomas Avenue S .W . and S .W . 3rd Place .
8 . TEMPORARY PERMIT EXTENSION FOR MOBILE HOME T•O REMAIN ON CON-
STRUCTION SITE FOR ADDITIONAL SIXTY DAYS ; file No . TP-858-76 ;
property located at 416 South 36th Street .
Legal descriptions of alliapplications noted above on file in the
Renton Planning Department .
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS TO SAID PETITIONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT
THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING ON OCTOBER 13 , 1976
AT 8 : 00 P . M. TO EXPRESS THEIRIOPINIONS .
SANDRA GIST , SECRETARY
PUBLISHED October 3 , 1976 RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
CERTIFICATION
I , Michael L . Smith , HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THREE COPIES OF THE' ABOVE
DOCUMENT WERE POSTED BY ME IN`, THREE CONSPICUOUS PLACES ON THE PROPERTY
DESCRIBED ABOVE AS PRESCRIBED BY LAW. 7 2
ATTEST : Subscribed and sworn ! /r
to before me , a Notary Public, SIGNED
on the 1st day of October �rf
1976
Pao
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting September 8 , 1976
Page Four
Following further discussion , IT WAS
ACTION:
MOVED BY WALKER, SECONDED BY GIST, THAT THE PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVE THE PUGET WESTERN APPLICATION
FOR SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1 . THE TOE OF THE PROPOSED FILL SHALL MAINTAIN A
MINIMUM THIRTY (30 ' ) FOOT TEMPORARY SETBACK
FROM THE TOP OF THE BANK OF SPRINGBROOK CREEK
UNTIL CONSTRUCTION OF THE P--1 DRAINAGE CHANNEL
PROJECT.
2 . THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF THE' FILL SHALL BE FIVE
(5 ' ) FEET FROM THE AVERAGE EXISTING GRADE .
3 . THE FILL AREA SHALL BE MAINTAINED IN A SYSTEMATIC
LEVEL POSITION. PILES OF UNLEVELED FILL MATERIAL
SHALL NOT BE PERMITTED .
4 . THE FILL PERMIT SHALL EXTEND FOR A MAXIMUM TWO
YEAR PERIOD AND SHALL EXPIRE ON SEPTEMBER 8 ,
1978 .
5 . ALL SLOPES SHALL BE PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND
HYDRO-SEEDED .
6 . TEMPORARY DRAINAGE FACILITIES SHALL BE APPROVED
BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
7 . ALL TRAFFIC CONTROL OPERATIONS SHALL MEET TRAFFIC
DEPARTMENT APPROVAL .
8 . HOURS OF OPERATION SHALL BE FROM 9 : 00 A .M . TO
3 : 30 P .M.
The applicant was advised that he would be contacted
by the Planning . staff .
SPECIAL PERMIT;
C . GLACIER PARK CO . ; Appl . No . SP-822-75 ; Special
Permit to Fill and Grade in M-P/G Zone ; property
located south of existing Mobil and Olympic Petroleum
Distribution Facilities , north of S . W. 43rd St . , and
westerly of East Valley Road .
Staff review of the application was requested by the
Chairman .
Noting continuation of the item following approval of
phase one of the request , the Planning Director
advised that phases two through five of the proposal
are now open for consideration . He then described the
area involved in the various phases and indicated cur-
rent progress regarding the phase one portion of the
development . Partial fill only had been approved pend-
ing completion of a study of the Green River Valley
proposed drainage system. With the completion of that
study , approval is now requested for additional filling
in order to continue the proposed development. Noting
no committee report , the Planning Director referred the
Commission to a staff report , which recommends approval
of the final phases of the. proposed development plan
subject to the conditions previously imposed with regard
to phase one and preservation of areas proposed for
retention as wetlands .
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting September 8 , 1976
Page Three
2 . APPROVAL OF THE STUB-END STREET CONCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY
PROPOSED, PROVIDED THE MINIMUM STREET PAVING WIDTH IS
30 FEET AND THE MAXIMUM LENGTH- IS 120 FEET, AND IS
FURTHER SUBJECT TO FIRE DEPARTMENT APPROVAL OF HYDRANT
LOCATIONS .
3 . APPROVAL OF MAXIMUM 50% LOT COVERAGE LIMIT, WITH
SPECIFIC DESIGNATION BY THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT OF
MAXIMUM' SIZE UNIT TO BE PERMITTED ON EACH LOT .
4 . SIDEWALK WIDTHS SHALL BE REDUCED TO 3 1/2 FEET WITH
NO SIDEWALK WITHIN THE PROPOSED STUB-STREETS .
5 . TWO WASHERS AND DRIERS SHALL BE PERMITTED IN THE CLUB-
HOUSE IN LIEU OF THE ORDINANCE REQUIREMENT OF ONE PER
15 MOBILE HOMES .
It was noted that the Mobile Home Park Ordinance grants the
Planning Commission approval authority .
On the question , MOTION CARRIED.
The applicant was apprised of the action taken _by the Chair-
man . A recess was declared at 9 : 10 p .m. The meeting was
resumed at 9 : 25 p . m. with all members noted above in attend-
ance .
SPECIAL PERMIT;
B. PUGET WESTERN ; Appl . No . SP-874-76 ; Special Permit to
1ill' and Grade in L-1 Zone ; property located adjacent
to and north and south of South Grady Way and between
Springbrook Creek and Oaksdale Ave . S . W .
The matter was opened for consideration by the Chairman .
A review of the location , description and size of the site ,
and natural characteristics of the area was provided by
the Planning Director . It was noted that Puget Western has
applications in process for a Shoreline Management permit
and a King County Hydraulics permit .
Applicant comment was invited by the Chairman . Gary Mix ,
Puget Western , Bellevue , reviewed the status of other per-
mits being applied for that are applicable to the proposal .
He stated that the Special Studies Committee report had
been reviewed with them and that they concur .
A brief discussion relating to relevance of the Shoreline
Management Act followed .
The Chairman called for the committee report . Commissioner
Wik , Chairman of the Special Studies Committee , stated that
the site had been visited and the topography noted . Sur-
rounding land characteristics abutting Springbrook Creek
are their primary concern . Natural characteristics of the
site were described , and their recommended conditions for
approval were reviewed .
Discussion ensued with regard to the recommended setback
from Springbrook Creek , effect on the P-1 Channel , runoff
control , and maximum height of fill suggested .
The Chairman invited comments from the audience in favor or
opposition to the application , but none were received . IT
WAS THEN MOVED BY S€HOLES , SECONDED BY WALKER , THAT THE
PUBLIC HEARING BE ULOSED . MOTION CARRIED .
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting September 8 , 1976
Page Six
The matter was opened for consideration . The location of
the .proposed development was cited ; land use in the area
was noted ; and the site and structure were described .
The planned use was depicted as a halfway house intended
to be utilized by eight residents . Slides , maps , and
aerial photographs of the property and area were viewed .
The Planning Director noted receiving a letter this eve-
ning in opposition from Mrs . Dean Ringer , 1818 Lake Ave . S . ,
Renton , due to the property ' s location in a single family
residential area .
Comment from the applicant was invited by the Chairman .
Don Holm, member of the Board of Directors of the Friends
of Youth , managing agency for the Griffin Home for boys ,
advised that this is an agency to provide a home for
boys who do not have another place to live . He indicated
a need for some time for a halfway house , where residents
could move out of the structured group living until they
are able to be completely on their own . Financing of
this proposed operation will be through public and private
resources for a three year period on an experimental basis .
The proposed facility is close enough to Griffin Home so
that case workers from that facility can be utilized .
Mr . Holm described the proposed residence and advised that
it meets their needs with very little remodeling and has
been inspected by the Fire Department and Building Division
and sponsoring agencies and meets their requirements . Use
of the facility for three years is requested .
Bob Lillie , Executive Director of the Friends of Youth ,
responded to questions concerning provisions for supervi -
sion and counseling , sleeping areas , and anticipated ages
of the residents .
Clyde Caflson , Services Director for the Griffin Home ,
advised concerning the probable social history of the boys
and their need for assistance in integrating into the com-
munity .
Bob Lillie described educational plans , recreational activi -
ties , counseling services , living style , and noted the
history and structure of the Friends of Youth organization
and Griffin Home . He stated that the desire is to develop
a new resource for this kind of need in the community and
that this facility may serve as a model for development of
similar facilities in other areas . Mr . Lillie then dis-
cussed potential impact of the facility on the neighborhood .
He noted previous use of the existing house by the Renton
Area Youth Services and as a nursing home and asked for
consideration of their request .
Staff comments were invited by the Chairman .
The Planning Director stated that in terms of impact on
adjacent properties , the . operation and maintenance of the
proposed facility itself is a consideration as well as the
physical plant . He indicated he knew of no specific prob-
lems related to previous operations . From a planning stand-
point , no major impact is noted , although there are concerns
regarding operations and maintenance , screening , and provi -
sion for "parking .
Audience comments in favor or opposition were invited by the
Chairman , but none were offered .
Renton Planning Commtsston
Meeting September 8 , 1976
Page Five
He then read a letter from Leonard Steiner , Conservation
Chairman of the Audubon Society, in opposition and request-
ing a moratorium on filling of land in the Valley into the
record .
The Chairman invited comment from the applicant . Jim
Gordon , representing Burlington Northern , stated that it
is not economical to keep this site in an agricultural
state due to taxes on the property . He indicated areas
already devoted to greenbelts and noted that the City
Council had withheld 39 acres out of their earlier rezone
request for the areas to be preserved for a two year
period to allow them time to possibly acquire the property .
Should this not occur , the land would be rezoned to M-P .
He suggested similar consideration for their fill request .
He advised that the Company has King County Hydraulics
permits and noted the presence of consultants to provide
engineering information .
Queries from the Commission followed concerning the wet-
land areas and conditions established for their acquisition .
It was noted that the City has until February 1978 to exer-
cise its option .
Len Clark of Stevens , Thompson and Runyan , consulting engi -
neers/planners , Seattle , displayed exhibits showing interim
drainage plans utilizing Springbrook Creek .
Ricki Hermes'; also of Stevens , Thompson and Runyan , described
the proposed system in detail , noting that the design cri -
teria provided for industrial or commercial development . He
exhibited an aerial photograph dated August 31 , 1976 , and
pointed out filled areas , areas being presently filled , and
areas yet to be filled under this year ' s- contract . Areas
proposed for fill were noted . Mr . Gordon then offered to
respond to questions .
Messrs . Gordon , Hermes and Clark replied to questions
concerning the effect of the proposal on Springbrook Creek ,
availability of fill material , amount of fill used since
approval of phase one , amount of fill material still
remaining , proposed setbacks from Springbrook Creek , provi -
sion for preservation of wetlands , anticipated platting and
development of phase one , and expected construction in the
area . There was further discussion regarding the appropri -
ateness of continuing filling at this time , timeliness for
submittal of a preliminary plat , availability of plans for
circulation and utilities , requirements of City ordinances
regarding improvements , and the applicant ' s desire to
integrate development plans for the entire area .
Comments from the audience were invited , but none were
received . IT WAS THEN
ACTION:
MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED. BY GIST, THAT THE PUBLIC
HEARING BE CONTINUED FOR ONE MONTH AND THAT THE MATTER BE
REFERRED TO THE SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE FOR STUDY AND
REPORT BACK AT THE OCTOBER 13TH PUBLIC HEARING . MOTION
CARRIED .
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SPECIAL PERMIT :
A, , FRIENDS OF YOUTH ; Appl . No . SP-879-76 ; Special Permit
to Operate a Halfway House for up to Eight Teenaged
Boys in an SR-1 Zone ; property located at 1919 Talbot
Road S .
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
RENTON , WASHINGTON
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A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION AT ITS
REGULAR MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS , CITY HALL , RENTON , WASHINGTON ,
ON SEPTEMBER 8 , , 1976 , AT 8 : 00 P . M. TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING
PETITIONS :
1 . PRELIMINARY PLAN FOR A MOBILE HOME PARK IN T ZONE ; file No .
MH-871-76 ; property located ± 1000 feet south of N . E . 4th
Street and ± 400 feet west of Union Avenue N . E .
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2 . SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE IN L-1 ZONE ; file No .
SP-874-76 ; property located adjacent Eo and north and south
of South Grady Way and between Springbrook Creek and Oaksdale
Avenue S .W .
- 3 . SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE IN M-P/G ZONE ; file No .
SP-822-75 ; property located south of existing Mobil and
Olympic Petroleum Distribution Facilities , north of S .W .
43rd Street , and westerly of East Valley Road .
4. SPECIAL PERMIT TO OPERATE A HALFWAY HOUSE FOR UP TO EIGHT
TEENAGED BOYS IN SR-1 ZONE ; file No SP-879-76 ; property
located at 1919 Talbot Road South .
5. REZONE FROM GS-1 TO SR-1 ; file No . R-882-76 ; property located
at 762 Monroe Avene N . E .
6 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR AITWO LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-883-76 ; property located at 762 Monroe Avenue N . E .
7 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A TWO LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-878-76i roperty located , between 309 and 217 N . W . 7th S
8. WAIVER OF OFF-SITE MPROVEMENTS FOR A THREE LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-881-76.; broperty, located on the southwest corner
of N . E . 12th Street and Aberdee6 Avenue N . E . ; the east
230 feet of Tract 26 .
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Legal descriptions of all applications noted. above • on file in the
Renton Planning Departm nt .
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ALL INTERESTED PERSONS TO SAID PETITIONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT
THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 8 , 1976
AT 8 : 00 P . M. TO EXPRESS THEIR OPINIONS .,
Sandra Gist , SECRETARY
PUBLISHED AUGUST 29 , 197,6 RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
CERTIFICATION
I , Michael L . Smith , HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THREE COPIES OF THE ABOVE
DOCUMENT WERE POSTED BY ME IN THREE CONSPICUOUS PLACES ON THE PROPERTY
DESCRIBED ABOVE AS PRESCRIBED BY LAW.
ATTEST : Subscribed and sworn ....___, , „iltioe:64, ,
to before me , a Notary Public , SIGNED /�/
on the 26th day of August ,
1976 .
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in M-P/G zone ; property located south of existing Mobil and Olympic
Petroleum Distribution Facility north of S . W. 43rd and westerly of
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APPLICANT GLACIER PARK COMPANY TOTAL AREA ±594 acres
PRINCIPAL ACCESS E. Valley Road and S . W. 43rd St .
EXISTING ZONING M- P and G
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MEMORANDUM
August 26 , 1976
TO: Files
FROM: Michael- Smith
RE : BURLINGTON NORTHERN VALLEY FILL PROJECT
Jim Magstadt and I met today with Jim Gordon , and -Don- Cowles
of Burlington Northern Railroad to discuss the status of the
Special Permit #SP-822-75 for fill an-d grade..- - -
We initially reviewed the previous approval and' conditions
set forth by the Planning Commission for Phase I . They ex-
pla�rred Lhe progress—of—the- Phase- I fill a--d i-n-di-c-a-ted -that
they wanted approval for certain remaining portions for their
1977 program.
They agreed that certain areas will not be included in this
phase of the project. The areas to remain unfilled will
include Springbr.00-k Creek , together with an undetermined •
setback on either side, the proposed P-1 channel area ; the
20 acre dedicated wetland area , the 39 acre optional wetland "
area , and possibly some lateral drainage ways if accurate
location can be determined .
They also stated •that they will be platting the. property in
the very near future. We agreed that this should be done
as soon as possible , so- that proper pl an_ni ng and development
can progres-s .
They agreed to supply__ information regardi-ng status of the
fill project at present, additional areas requiring fill ,
and arm- alternative-_dr-ai_na_g-e -plan. utilizing= S p r-i-n gb r ook_ Creek.
We stated that the request for further -consideration o-f the
Special Permit can--be submitted to the Planning CommtssIon
at its September 8, 1976 public hearing.
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PLANNING COMMISSION
A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, RENTON, WASHINGTON, ON
SEPTEMBER 8, 1976 8:00 P.M. TO CONSIDER THE ITEM
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November 24, 1975
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TO: Renton City Council
Department ofPlanning
City of Renton Municipal Building
TITLE: Letter of Protest
. SUBJECT: Issuance of Fill Permit to Burlington Northern Railroad for Marshland
development.
• Rezoning of eighty (80) acre tract for future development.
Please acknowledge the undersigned, being concerned citizens, and property
owners of the City of Renton, King County, Washington, as being in favor of
preserving said eighty (80) acres of marshland in its current, natural state.
We hereby urge the City Council to deny subject Fill Permit for. said
. marshland area at this time, and in the future. In addition, (1) we feel that
a permanent mandate should be enacted to preserve this parcel .forever, and (2)
we oppose the rezoning of this eighty .(80) acre parcel for the purpose of eventual •
industrialization and/or development.
It is obvious that the fertile farmlands and woodlands of the beautiful
Kent Valley, as we once knew it, have been raped beyond repair. We feel that it -
is fitting, therefore, that this small portion should be left untouched for the
enjoyment of our future generations.
The following citizens are to be recorded as being in favor of rejecting
said Application for Fill, and opposed to the rezoning of subject eighty (80)
acre tract of marshland now and in- the future.
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Ems estate Apartments
Mr. & Mrs. J. D zs McLean
7004 So. 130th 135u spire Way South
Seattle, WA 98178 Seattle, WA 98178
James Smith, Director Black River Quarry
Planning Department 6808 South 140th
P.O. Box 1768 Seattle, WA 98178
Bellevue, WA 98009
Planning Director Washington Wholesalers
City Hall 705 S.W. 7th Street
Auburn, WA 98002 Renton, WA 98055
Brian Beam - Environmental Planning •• Keenan Pipe & Supply Co.
Puget Sound Governmental Conference 955 Lind Ave. S.W.
Grand Central on the Park Building Renton, WA 98055
First & South Main
Seattle, WA 98104
Evans Products Co.
General Manager
Port of Seattle 846 Lind Ave. S.W.
P. 0. Box 1209 Renton, WA 98055
Seattle, WA 98104
Robert S. Hintz, Director Eugene Horbach
Office of Environmental Management 498 S.W. 7th St.
Department of Community Development Renton, WA 98055
City of Seattle, 400 Municipal Bldg.
Seattle, WA 98104
Engineer Division George A. Hormel & Co.
Puget Sound Air Pollution Control Ag 600 S.W. 7th St.
410 W. Harrison Renton, WA 98055
Seattle, WA 98104
Director, Dept. of Budget & Program Stanley HOME Products
Attn: Federal/State regulations EIS 725 S.W. 7th St.
Room 400 King County Courthouse Renton, WA 98055
Seattle, WA 98104
John Van Amburg, Director of Operatic Sound Floor Coverings , Inc.
Seattle King County Health Department 720 Lind Ave. S.W.
902 Public Safety Building Renton, WA 98055
Seattle, WA 98104
Brad Gillespie, Division Engineer Ms. Carol Johnson
Div. of Hydraulics Dept of P/W, Room 465 S.W. 4th Place
King County Administration Bldg. Renton, WA 98055
Seattle, WA 98104
L. J. Bjorseth, Seattle Water Dept. Mike Sands
1015 - 3rd Avenue 4340 N.E. llth St.
Seattle, WA 98104 Renton, WA 98055
• Liz Greenhagen
P. 0. Box 1478
Ocean Shores, WA 98551
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Chris, Palzer Gera' " Probet , Planner
• 'P. 0. Box 5226 Local nning Assistance
Redondo Beach, 6m J8054 Planning & Community Affairs Agency
Insurance Building
Olympia, WA 98504
Donald A. Cowles , Regional Manager
Leonard Steiner Industrial & Real Estate Dev. Dept.
13239 N.E. 100th Burlington Northern Railroad
Kirkland, WA 98033 830 Central Building
Seattle, WA 98104
Jane Shafer Leonard Steiner
11230 Rainier Ave. S. Audubon Society
Seattle, WA 98178 Joshua Green Building
Seattle, WA 98104
Mr. Thaddos Alston Broadacres, Inc.
2300 Bank of California 653 Skinner Building
Seattle, WA 98104 Seattle, WA 98104
Mr. Don Humble
360 Stevens Ave. S.W. Sierra Club
Renton, WA 98055 45341/2 University Way N.E.
Seattle, WA 98104
Issa I. Kamar, Manager
Mr. Carl Sternoff Olympic Pipeline Co.
Sternoff Metals P.O. Box 236
1600 S.W. 43rd St. Renton, WA 98055
Renton, WA 98055
James M. Baker Attention: Deputy Director
311 Seneca Place N.W. Ecological Commission
Renton, WA 98055 Department of Ecology
Olympia, WA 98504
Puget Power & Light Co. Director of Planning
Puget Power Building Planning Department
Bellevue, WA 98004 P. 0. Box 310, City Hall
Kent, WA 98031
Arlene B. Balcom Director of Planning
1316 S.W. 16th St. Planning Department
Renton, WA 98055 3505 - 88th Ave. S.E.
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Planning Coordinator
W. M. Lotto 6230 Southcenter Blvd.
P. 0. Box 2018 Tukwila, WA 98067
Renton, WA 98055
F. Bartow Fite John E. Phillips
5010 - 92nd S.E. 403 Columbia St.
Mercer Island, WA 98040 Seattle, WA 98104
Robert L. Edwards
Renton Shopping Center Sherwood Martin
Renton, WA 98055 3728 Park Ave. N.
Renton, WA 98055
Chairman, Piz ' g Commission P "non Di ers , Supervisor
City of MercE Bland A . tural Development
Dept. of Agriculture
3505-88th Ave. S.E.
Mercer Island, WA 98040 406 Administration Bldg.
Olympia,. WA 8504
Kay Johnson John Harter, Special Projects Coord.
Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce Dept. of Commerce & Economic Dev.
300 Rainier Ave. N. 101 General Administration Bldg.
Renton, WA 98055 Olympia, WA 98504
Merilyn D. Hatheway Dennis L. Lu dblad, Head
Mercer Island Environmental Council Environmenta Review
7615 E. Mercer Way Department o Ecology
Mercer Island, WA 98040 Olympia, WA 98504
Victoria Park Homeowners Assoc. Fisheries Research Coordinator
P. 0. Box 1104 Department o Fisheries
Renton, WA 98055 115 General Administration Bldg.
Olympia, WA 98504
John Lamb Eugene S. Dz edzic, Ass 't. Chief
Municipal Research Director Environmenta Management Division
4719 Brooklyn Ave. N.E. Department o Game
Seattle, WA 98105 600 North Casitol Way
Olympia, WA :8504
Ms. Alice Schorett, Inst. for Environ- Bruce Davidson, Environmental Planner
mental Studies Department o Highways
University of Washington Highway Admi istratjon Bldg.
Mail Stop FR-40 Olympia, WA 98504
Seattle, WA 98195
Mrs. Jane E. Shafer, President Galen S. Brioge, State Conservationist
League of Women Voters Soil Conservation Service
King County South Room 360 U.S. Courthouse
505 No. Central Spokane, WA 99201
Kent, WA 98031
William Cokely, U.S. Soil Cons. Serv. Ken Mauermann, Environment Quality Div.
35 South Grady Way - Evergreen Bldg. Department of Ecology
Renton, WA 98055 Northwest Reg 'onal Office
4350 - 150th Ave. N.E.
Redmond, WA $850?
Charles Kirkwood, Deputy Supervisor or
John Mercer Bill Boxter, nvironmental Coordinator
23401 - 94th Ave. S. Department of Natural Resources
Kent, WA 98031 Public Lands uilding
Olympia, WA 98504
District Engineer, Seattle District Emil Jenson, Chief
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Office of Environmental Programs
4735 East Marginal Way Dept. of Social & Health Services
Seattle, WA 98134 P. O. Box 1788
Olympia, WA 98504
Walter Jascers - Environmental Impact William A. B sh, Chief
Statement Office - Environmental Research & P anning
Protection Agency Parks & Recr ation Commission
1200 6th Avenue P. 0. Box 11 8
Seattle, WA 98101 Olympia, WA 98504 •
Max Fulner
U.S. Soil Conservation Service
35 S. Grady Way - Evergreen Bldg.
Renton, WA 98055
Theresa McLean Mis Supply Co.
7004 S. 130th 1845 3rd Ave.
Seattle, WA 98178 Portland, Oregon 97214
A. Wesley Hodge Robert W. Edwards
1309 - 114th S.E 240 Logan Building
Suite 200 Seattle, WA 98101
Bellevue, WA 98004
Chicago, Milwaukee Railroad Golden Grain Macaroni Co.
808 Skinner Building 4715 - 6th South
Seattle, WA 98101 Seattle, WA 98108
Attn: Paul Scott
Craig Taylor Equipment Co.
The Austin Company
800 S.W. 16th St. P. 0. Box 710
Renton, WA 98055 Renton, WA 98055
Dave Osborn Sam Younker
Sierra Club P. 0. Box 637
31505 - 46th South Renton, WA 98055
Auburn, WA 98002
W. Stewart_ Pope Delores Kohl
3713 Talbot Road South 12811 - 84th Ave. S. .
Renton, WA 98055 Seattle, WA 98178
Gary Merlino Construction Co.
Office of Pu 'c Archaeology
Institut or Environmental Studies 2940 East Valley Road
112 S . g Hall , MS FR-40 Renton, WA 98055
UjJ ersity of Washington Attn: Dennis
Battle, WA 98105 Lewarch
Scarsella Brothers, Inc.
P.O. Box 6205 Tom Sconza
Seattle, WA 98188 Manson Bennett & Associates
1411 Fourth Ave. Bldg.
Seattle, WA 98101
Shell Oil Company R. J. Hananan
Group Health Cooperative of Puget Sound
2540 - llth Ave. S.W.
Seattle, WA 98134 200 - 15th Ave. E.
Attn: Jim Fletcher Seattle, WA 98112
Pat M. Getzel Jay Sternoff
C.P.S. Evonomic Development District Sternco Land Co.
White-Henry Stuart Building P. 0. Box 877
Seattle, WA 98101 Renton, WA 98055
Mr. Don Daily Rick Pierotti
Caldwell , Banker & Co. 17034 S.E. 184th St.
1600 Park Place Renton, Wash. 98055
Seattle, WA 98101
H. E. Bailey
Mobil Oil Corporation
1711 - 13th Ave. S.W.
Seattle, WA 98134
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Br '"rennan
• Amt an Assn. of University Women
561U - 89th Ave. S.E.
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Roger C. Suttle
2225 N.E. 16th St.
Renton, WA 98055
Charles J. Perkins
11423 S.E. 182nd St.
Renton, WA 98055
John E. Phillips
403 Columbia St.
Seattle, WA 98104
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CHARLES.J. DELAURENTI, MAYOR • • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
235-2550
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September 15 , 1976
Edward B . Sand, Manager
Building and Land Development Division
450 King County 'Admin1stration -Bui1d-ing
S e a t t 1-e-,—WA -9-8-10-4— -
RE : GLACIER PARK COMPANY APPLICATION
FOR SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND
. GRADE IN M-P/G ZONE ; PROPERTY
LOCATED SOUTH OF EXISTING MOBIL
AND OLYMPIC PETROLEUM DISTRIBUTION
FACILITY NORTH OF S . W. 43RD AND
WESTERLY OF EAST VALLEY ROAD
' Dear Mr . Sand:
This is to advise you that the subject matter was
referred to committee for study by the Renton
Planning Commission at their public hearing of
• September 8, 1976 , with the request that it be
reported out at their public hearing of October 13 ,
1976 , at 8 :00 p .m. in the Renton City Council
Chambers of the Municipal Building . .
Very truly yours ,
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Willis V . Roberts
Renton Planning Commission
Recording Secretary
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September 8, 1976
City of Renton
Planning Department
-Re:- Glac-i-er-Park -Company Speci-al—Permit_to Fill--and-Grade
Gentlemen:
This area has been discussed at many public hearings and it's value as open
has been testified to many times. A recommendation is still before the
City Council to designate--80 acres of this area as open space.
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The City of Renton should declare a moretorium on filling of land in the
valley until that land that has been filled, has been developed. It doesn't
seem to make sense from a planning standpoint to allow filling to continue
on future speculation only. It precludes the use of the land for any other
purpose. During the next 20 years none of us can predict what the human
land use needs may be. With the oil problem being what it is we may need
all the agricultural soil we can put into cultivation. The only reason
these lands are not being farmed is because the farmers were taxed off of
them. That situation could be reversed if the need was great enough.
•-The State-Environmental- Policy Act-Guideli-nes states that cities should
identify envir-onmentally sensitive areas under there juristiction. The
value of these areas should be considered on a -regional basis as -to what
aspects of of--the-eoolog-ic-a-l---ommunity=they-=support.---Maur-cannot continue to - --
destroy the natural habitat for wildlife and not someday pay for the
consequencies. We as a co-inhabitant of this planet must learn to live with
our natural community rather than continuing to destroy it and create
endangered species orcause extinction
The The marsh area in_question is of great value and the area being requested
for fill in this permit helps to support this marsh. The cost of cheap
-fill material should not be a consideration for this permit. This land
does not now support any jobs, so employment is not a consideration.
I strongly urge the planning commission to reaffirm the need for open space
in the valley and ask again for the council to change the comprehensive
plan. Also a moratorium should be placed on any more fill in the--valley.
Sincerely,
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'EP 8 1976 Conservation Chairman
-o Seattl-e Audubon Society •
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L tr. © MUNICIPALBUILDING 200 MILL AVE-SO.--RENTON.WASH. 98055
Op CHARLES J. DELAURENTI MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
235-2550
O4lFD SEplc-
MEMORANDUM
August 26 , 1976
TO: Files
FROM: Michael Smith
RE : BURLI-NGTON--NORTHERN VALLEY -FILL PROJECT
Jim Magstadt_ and1 met today_ with Jim Gordon , and Don -Cowles
of Burlington Northern Railroad to discuss th-e status of the
Special Permit #SP-822-75 for fill and gr-ade . - - -
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We initially reviewed the previous approval and conditions
set forth by the Planning Commission for Phase I . They ex-
pl-a-fined—the- progress- of the Phase I fill- and indicated tha-t
they wanted approval for certain remaining portions for their
1977 program.
They a-greed that certain areas will not be included in this
phase of the project. The areas to remain unfilled will
include Spri-ngbr_ook Creek , together with an undetermined
setback on either side, the proposed P-1 channel area ; the
20 acre dedicated wetland area , the 39 acre optional wetland
area , and possibly some lateral drainage ways if accurate
location can be determined .
They also stated that they will be platting the property in
the very near future. We agreed that this should be done
as soon as possible, so that proper planning and development
can progress .
They agreed to supply information regarding status of the
fill project at present, additional areas requiring fill ,
and an._ al te:r-_nat-i-ve-dr.arnage plan—uti 1 iz-i-n_g. Sp_ri ngb_rook Creek
We stated that the request for further consideration of the
Special Permit can be submitted to the Planning Commission
at its September 8, 19-76 public hearing .
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nurlington Northern rep- development, sent BN's proposal to Planning Commissioner Art phases in the industrial park will be When Burlington donated the development_has been Seattle Au-
resentatives tried Wednesday to committee. The committee is Scholes didn't like that idea. "in your hands before long,"Gordon land,conservationists said it wasn't dubon Society. Wednesday was no
clear the way to continue a con- scheduled to make a recommenda- "Once you put that fill on that told planning officials. enough. So the railroad offered to exception.
troversial wetlands fill on Orillia lion on the firm's request Oct. 13. land," Scholes complained, "it's an Fill'sanctuary' too sell Renton another 39 acres. If the - - In a letter to the council,Leonard
Flats. - Burlington,as parent company for irreversible process. Scholes Meanwhile,he wants a fill permit city doesn't pick up its option on the Steiner, conservation chairman of
Officials of the railroad asked developer Glacier Park Co.,is now blasted the company which,he said, for next year. And he wants the land—and finding funds to buy the the society,asked the city to invoke a
Renton Planning Commission operating under a permit issued by has had the ability to develop the permit to include a 39-acre piece of property has posed a major problem moratorium on filling operations at
permission to fill and grade in an the planning commission and city land for. eight years and has done property on the north side of for the city—Burlingtonwantstofill Orillia. He also wants the city to
area into which they have already council that allows fill of nearly half nothing. ,Burlington's property that the city it. order 80 acres of wetland preserved
dumped an estimated one million the company's 500 acres north of Jim Gordon, representing has an option to buy. "It is not reasonable to withhold a as open space.
cubic yards of earth fill—fill carved Southwest 43rd Street and west of' Burlington Northern pleaded that ' The land is east and south of 20 fill permit if the city doesn't intend to - The city's planning'department
from the hillside near Carr Road. East Valley R o a d. "Fill" is `it's not economically practical to acres the railroad already donated buy the property," Gordon said. staff has recommended
They didn't get it. achieved by dumping dry soil over keep this in an agricultural state." to the city after conservationists bat- The city has until February;1978, Burlington's request to continue fil-
Instead the commission, which the wetlands. So the company wants to develop it. tied-the development as destruction to buy the land.Or,if Burlington has ling the site next year be granted but
has balked in the past at the corn- The company would like permis- But development takes time, he of an endangered wetland — a its way,it will be filled. under the same restrictions which
pany's attempts to dry out Orillia sion to begin filling the other half of said: And that time. is near. A sanctuary for birds and marsh Among groups leading resistance- have been imposed on fill operations
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15 cents Friday, September 10, 1976 Vol. LV No. 146
STAFF REPORT
PAGE TWO
SEPTEMBER 8 , 1976
APPLICATION: SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE , FILE SP-822.-75
APPLICANT: GLACIER PARK COMPANY
FINDINGS: 1 . The Commission approved Phase .I of the fill
proposal on November 19 , 1975 . This phase
near completion .
2 . The applicant requests further consideration
of the remaining phases of the fill project
for their 1977 program,
3 . The applicant has from
to exclude fro
the fill request at his time the 20 acre
wetland donation , .t4 39 acre optional
wetland area , Sprinbrook Creek together
with a greenbelt on ether side of the
Creek , and the proposed P-1 Channel area .
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4 . The applicant has also agreed to submit a
revised drainage plan incorporating Spring-
brook Creek in its existig condition as an
integral portion of the p an .
5 . The applicant has alsp st ted that platting
of the property will begi in the near
future , followed by development .
6 . An Environmental Impact Statement was pre-
pared for the entire fill1proposal .
7 . The Comprehensive Plan indicates retention
of Springbrook Creek as a, greenbelt area .
CECISION
CONSIDERATIONS : Approval of reques ed final phases subject to
the conditions of he previous Phase . I approval
and further subjec to :
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1 . Excluding from the fill permit Springbrook
Creek, together with the area sixty feet
from both sides of the ceiterline of the
Springbrook Drainage Chan el , the twenty
acre wetland donation area together with
the 39 acre optional wetland area , and the
proposied P-1 Channel , area . The sixty foot
setback from tie Springbrook Channel center-
line shall be considered for the purposes
of protecting Springbrook; Creek from
erosion and siltation of the field opera-
tion , as well as maintaining a greenbelt
on either side of the channel as designated
in the Comprehensive Plan . The sixty foot
requirement shall be temporary and may be
re-evaluated upon completion of the P-1 ,
drainage channel construction .
2 . Final Planning and PUblic Works Department
approval of the revised drainage plans
, • including Springbrook( Creek as an element of
the system .
3 . Submittal of a preliminary plat or suitable
portion thereof within six months of the date
of the subject fill approval .
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°' CHARLES J. DELAURENTI , MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
p� e<4, 235-2550
44DSEP1 September 23 , 1976
MEMORANDUM
TO : - FILES
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FROM : Michael L . Smith , Associate Planner
REGARDING : SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE MEETING OF
SEPTEMBER 23 , 1976
ATTENDANCE : Bylund Wik , Chairman
Sandra Gist , Committee Member
Don Cowles , Glacier Park Company
Jim Gordon , Glacier Park Company
Michael Smith , Planning Department Staff
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ITEM : JOHN B . WEERS ; Waiver and -Short Plat Applications ,
#W-881-76 and #27-76
' DISCUSSION : The Committee members had visited the site and sur-
rounding area on their own .
The existing improvements in the area were reviewed . .
Staff presented a map showing parcels in area' that .
could be subdivided and improvements installed .
The anticipated subdivision of the property across
the street at the northwest corner of Aberdeen Avenue
and 12th Street was discussed. -
Staff advised that the Public Works Department had
indicated grade could be established on both Aberdeen
and 12th Street.
There was further discussion on the merits and.. dis-
advantages of requiring improvements at this time .
CONCLUSIONS : The Committee recommended to defe-r improvements for a
maximum two year period or until the property on the
northwest corner of Aberdeen and 12th Street is sub-
divided , whichever is less , subject to the posting of
a bond in the amount of 150% of the cost of installation .
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SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE MEETING
SEPTEMBER 23 , 1976
PAGE TWO
ITEM : 41k GLACIER PARK FILL AND GRADE REQUEST ;
Phases 2 through 5 -
DISCUSSION : Mr. Smith gave a brief overview and status report
of the application .
In answer to the Committee ' s query the applicants
stated that there was approximately 700 ,000 cubic
yards of material remaining in the existing pit .
This must be removed by the October 1977 deadline
required by King County . .
The committee then asked for a synopsis of Glacier
Park Company ' s proposed development plans and timing .
They felt the need for assurances that development .
is proceeding ahead .
Glacier Park Company plans to plat this fall or
early winter and begin construction of roads and
utilities necessary for final plat approval and •
development.
General discussion continued regarding pit capacities ,
remaining amount of fill required , phasing , areas
to be filled , and relationship to proposed platting. •
and development .
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CONCLUSIONS : Glacier Park Company agreed to prepare a map !for
further committee review that would indicate the
extent of Valley area that the remaining 700 ,000
cubic yards within the pit will actually cover. The
committee stated that it would meet again before
October 13 , 1976 , to review this information and make
its recommendation .
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NIEL J. EVANS ROOM 115, GENERAL ADMINISTRATION BUILDING • PHONE 753-6600 DONALD W. MOOS
GOVERNOR OLYMPIA. WASHINGTON 98504 DIRECTOR
November 25, 1975
City of Renton _—..
Planning Department
City Hall
Renton, Washington 98055
Gentlemen:
Mr. Gil Holland, the one to whom you normally send notices of hearings
to in our Department, is deceased. The correct addressee should be
Mr. Ray Johnson.
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Ray C. Johnson
Acting Fisheries Research Coordinator
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Date Novembe,Y' 24, 197c
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TO: Gordon Ericksen, Planning Department
FROM: Warren Gonnason, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Glacier Park Rezone Application
We have reviewed the plans submitted by the applicant with respect to. the
future impact upon storm water' runoff. It appears that the sizing of
pipe and storm water control have been planned adequately and closely
tied to the SCS flood control and hydraulic demands.
Each developed parcel will be reviewed by the Department of Public
Works to. insure compliance with the comprehensive plans and City's
rules' and regulations.
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November 24, 1975
TO: Renton City Council
Department of Planning
City of Renton Municipal Building
TITLE: Letter of Protest
SUBJECT: Issuance of Fill Permit to Burlington Northern Railroad for Marshland
a nd
Rezoning of eighty (80) acre tract for future development.
Please acknowledge the undersigned, being
owners of the City of Renton, King Count concerned citizens, and property
preserving said eighty (80) acres of marshland hingits�current, natural as beig inostaof
state.
We hereby urge the City Council to deny subject Fill Permit for said
marshland area at this time, and in the future.a permanent mandate should be enacted to reserveIthis parceln addition, (1)o wee feel t(2)
we oppose the rezoning of this eighty (80� acre forever, and (2)
industrialization and/or development. parcel for the purpose of eventual
It is obvious that the fertile farmlands and woodlands of the beautiful
Kent Valley, as we once knew it, have been raped beyond repair.
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is fitting, therefore, that this small portion should be left untouchedlforat it
enjoyment of our future generations. he
The following citizens are to be recorded as being in favor of
said Application for Fill, and opposed to the rezoning of subject eighty (80)
acre`tract of marshland now and in the future. rejecting
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Op AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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4T*DSEPt��� November 20, 1975
MEMORANDUM
TO: Files
FROM: Michael Smith , Asst. Planner
RE : MEETING WITH BOB BOYD, BURLINGTON-NORTHERN RAILROAD
(GLACIER PARK COMPANY)
I met today with Bob Boyd regarding the progress of the Glacier
Park applications . I informed him it was the Planning Depart-
ment ' s intention to recommend a decision on both the fill and
rezone applications at the November 26 , 1975 , Planning Com-
mission meeting .
I indicated that the Department at this point was recommending
approval of the rezone as requested with the exclusion of the
80 acres until a final decision is made on how much of the 80
acres will be purchased for wetland habitat , the exclusion
of the P-1 Channel right-of-way until a final decision on the
SCS Channel Project is made , and the filing of. restrictive
covenants .
We reviewed a preliminary draft of possible restrictive cove-
nants . I indicated to Mr. Boyd that he take them back with
him and review them further. He had some reservations about.
some items within the covenants which he wanted to study , but
he was in favor of all the prohibited uses section except for
some minor items . I asked that he contact us as soon as
possible about his concerns so that we can further discuss
any revisions necessary.
We then discussed the fill and grade application . He indi -
cated the situation was not as critical with regard to the
Glacier Park borrow pit due to recent negotiations with
other pit operators in the area . I informed him of the .
study presently in progress and some of the possible alter-
natives it will present with regard to industrial drainage
and wildlife mitigation . I said that the study will be com-
pleted in December , and it may be helpful to all concerned
to allow time for its completion . However , I indicated that
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November 20, 1975
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it is not our intention to hold up Glacier Park ' s plans for
filling . Because of this , we would be recommending appro-
val of Phase I of the proposed plans until the results of the
study are reviewed . We concluded the meeting , and Mr . Boyd
said he would be contacting us with regard to Glacier Park ' s
feelings about the proposed actions .
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Z o MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON, WASH. 98055
013 C; AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
235 - 2550
O,p4?tO SEPlt4s) November r 9 0 19 , 1 75
MEMORANDUM
TO : Files
FROM : Michael L . Smith , Assistant Planner
RE : SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE MEETING OF
NOVEMBER 17 , 1975
ATTENDANCE :
Larry Gibson , Chairman,
Special Studies Committee
Bylund Wik , Member
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pgan Garrison , Member
ichael Smith , Staff Member
OHN C. EDWARDS , Special Permit #SP-752-74
like Smith , Assistant Planner , gave the Committee a status
eport on the subject application . He read a communication
o Mr. Kennedy , Consultant for the applicant , regarding the
uestions raised by the Commission members at the November
2 , 1975 Administrative meeting and those questions raised
y the Engineering Division . Discussion ensued regarding
hese concerns . The applicant had not yet responded to
These questions but as soon as he does , Mike indicated he
iould contact the Committee . Of particular concern was the
access road , the timing of its construction , and its intended
ise . Several alternatives were discussed to reduce potential
Impacts of such a road : It was felt that most of the truck
ictivity should be confined to the existing access onto
N . E . 4th Street to control the negative impacts to Maple
Valley Highway , the Cedar River , and adjacent residences .
Another serious concern discussed was the timing and method
of interim terracing and an ongoing rehabilitation program
for the existing scarred bluff. The Committee felt that
interim rehabilitation of the bluff should begin as soon as
possible because of the safety and environmental problems
presently existing .
The adequacy of the drainage plans was also discussed in con-
junction with comments received from the Engineering Division .
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FILES-SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE MEETING
NOVEMBER 19 , 1975
PAGE TWO
ACTION : It was determined that another committee meeting would
be necessary with the applicant and his consultant in
order to clarify the additional concerns expressed by the
Commission and other departments and agencies .
4, ITEM II : GLACIER PARK COMPANY , SPECIAL PERMIT #SP-822-75
Mike Smith briefly explained the study being conducted on
the Valley drainage situation and its relation to both
development potential and wildlife mitigation areas . The
Valley drainage conditions and the proposed SCS drainage
project were then discussed , in terms of their relationship
to the proposed application .
It was felt that the study , now being conducted and scheduled
to be completed near the end of December , will present
significant information and alternative courses of action
for the eventual industrial development of the Valley area
and possible wetland preservation alternatives compatible
to this industrial development.
ACTION : Because of the significance of this drainage study it is
felt that the granting of a total permit to fill a majority
of the Valley would be untimely until the information and
alternatives to be presented in the study are thoroughly
reviewed. However , the committee feels that a reasonable
partial permit should be granted at this time to allow
filling within the phasing schedule proposed by Glacier
Park and within areas that may not have a significant impact
on the effectiveness of the study and its alternatives .
Because of these concerns and the fact that a full scale
fill and grade operation cannot begin until the drier Spring
weather occurs , the committee feels that a partial permit
for Phase 1 as shown on sheet 11/11 of the plans should be
granted at this time subject to certain conditions . Con-
sideration of subsequent phases shall proceed upon completion
of the review of the present drainage study .
Additional approval conditions include ;
1 . Suitable on-site drainage retention and siltation control
to prevent siltation of Springbrook Creek and the Green
River. This situation shall be monitored during the fill
operation by the applicant and Public Works Department ,
and methods to control drainage and siltation on-site
presented in the EIS , or any other methods , shall be
utilized as per approval of the Public Works Department .
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NOVEMBER 19 , 1975
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2 . Utilization of suitable erosion control methods as
per approval of the Planning Department .
3. Maximum hours of operation shall be from 7 : 30 A .M .
to 4 :00 P . M. on weekdays only .
4 . Public streets affected by the operation shall be
kept free of debris and shall be swept and flushed
when necessary.
5 . Suitable dust control methods shall be utilized
when necessary .
6 . Posting of a bond (approximately $25 ,000 to $50 ,000
range ) to insure compliance with the above requirements .
7 . The proposed right-of-way for Oaksdale Avenue may also
be filled subject to the approval of the Public Works
Department . The fill shall not extend beyond the
proposed right-of-way boundary .
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PIMP' N,
TIMING AND REHABILITATION:
1. Removal of fill material from the site shall terminate on or before
October 15, 1977, regardless of the state of completion of the project.
2. The applicant shall submit to the Division of. Land Use Management. a
plan for site rehabilitation on or before October 15, 1975. This
plan may include a proposed redevelopment if such is anticipated
immediately after the termination of removal operations. Otherwise,
the plan must involve the immediate reforestation of the entire
excavated area, including the banks, in accordance with the planting
guide issued by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.
The type of seedl'ngs and their spacing must be approved by that .I
Department.
SCREENING AND LIMITATIONS ON REMOVAL OF MATERIALS:
3. The following land shall be set aside by the applicant as screening and
buffering areas for adjacent properties and County rights of way during
the period of excavation:
a. All land within 150 feet of the new right-of-way line of
108th Avenue S.E.
b. All land within 75 feet of the following adjacent properties:
To the north, Tax Lots 65, 122, 177, 198, 234, and
the easterly 300 feet of Tax Lots 242 and 260.
c. All land within 20 feet of the north boundary and 20 feet
of the west boundary of the Lutheran Church properties.
d. Inside corners shall be rounded on a 100-foot radius.
Minor adjustments to better shape the final contours may be
authorized by the Division of Land Use Management.
4. Strategic portions of the land set aside for buffering and screening shall
be planted in suitable tree cover as soon as practicable after Council
action on this request. No further excavation shall be permitted and
no grading permit shall be issued until such areas are planted and a.
maintenance program established to the satisfaction of the Division
of Land Use Management.
5. •No cut slopes shall exceed a slope of 2H:1V.
6. No excavation shall be permitted which will result in a final overall
grade from east to west of more than 6%. The base level of excavation
and the amount of material removed shall be adjusted to accommodate the
new setback,requirements.
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ACCESS AND OPERATING CONDITIONS:
7. Maximum hours of haul operation shall be from 7:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. i
and on weekdays only. i.
8. All access and egress shall be via Carr Road.
9. Prior to any further hauling operations from the site the applicant
shall meet with King County Grading Technical Committee to work out
s methods of reducing the impact of the hauling operation on the renewal unity.
The Technical Committee may as a condition of grading permit
require the applicant to utilize the most current technology for noise ,
suppression on trucks, loaders and other grading equipment, and is
requested to work with the applicant in devising reasonablemeasures
for removal of trackage from the trucks before entering Carr s Road.
all .
Carr Road shall be swept and washed if necessary,
and carebe
exercised that material is not washed into stream channels or residential
gardens adjacent to the road.
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
applicant shall dedicate 20 feet of right of way along 108th
AvenueS.E. (SR 515) as requested by the Department of Public Works.
11. The applicant shall obtain a Hydraulics Permit from the Washington
State Department of Fisheries.
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CHARLES J. DELAURENTI
MAYOR
April 26 , 1977
Mr. William B. Gillespie
Division Engineer
Division of Hydraulics
King County Department of Public Works
900 King County Administration Building
S00 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, Washington 98104
Dear Mr. Gillespie :
This letter is in response to your letter dated April 20 , 1977,
requesting our comments on the State Flood Control Zone permit
application and plans submitted by Burlington Northern, Inc.
Burlington Northern has applied for and secured a permit from
the City of Renton pursuant to our Mining and Grading Ordinance
for the filling of the properties covered by your application.
All the work is to he performed as required in said permit and
is in conformance with the comprehensive plan for flood control
as adopted by the City of Renton and provided by the SCS project.
It appears that all is in order, and your prompt attention to
this application and issuance of the permit is recommended.
Sincerely,
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Mr. Wes Bogart
WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS
6431 Corson Avenue South
Seattle, Washington 98108
Dear Mr. Bogart:
The Glacier Park Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Burlington
/Northern, Inc. , is preparing preliminary and final registered plats
for Glacier Park property known as the Orillia Industrial Park
located within the city limits of Renton, Washington.
The attached plan shows a roadway tying into the East Valley Road
opposite the on- and off-ramps at the SW 43rd Street interchange on
the Valley Freeway (SR 1o7) . Burlington-Northern has requested the
City to petition the State Highway Department to allow a connection
at this point. We are therefore asking the Highway Department to
review this matter and determine what impact, if any, the proposed
Glacier Park development would have on the present configuration
of the SW 43rd Street interchange. We also feel that this would
be the appropriate time to review a possible redesign of the inter-
change to accommodate the increasing traffic.
Sincerely/,
`Warren C. Gonnason, P.E.
Public Works Director
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Planning Department •
RECEIVED
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BURUNGTON NORTHERN CITY OF RENTON
PUR 1YONEs
Lobby 2
Central Building
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND Seattle, Washington 98104
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT Telephone (206) 624-1900
Mr. Warren C. Gonnason, P.E. February 2, 1977
Public Works Director
Municipal Bldg. File: RE-1400 Orillia, WA
200 Mill Avenue So.
Renton, Washington 98055
Dear Mr. Gonnason:
The Glacier Park Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Burlington
Northern Inc. , has engaged the services of Gardner Engineers, Inc. , located
in the Artic Building, Seattle, Washington, to provide engineering services
for preparation and filing of preliminary and final registered plats for Glacier
Park property known as Orillia Industrial Park, located within the city limits
of Renton, Washington.
In laying out our park, it develops that an unnamed east/west street extending
from Longacres Parkway to East Valley Road exists opposite an interchange
from the Valley Freeway. We have been advised that state regulations require
that ingress and egress of this nature cannot be permitted without waiver of
this regulation by the State of Washington Highway Department, which require
certain modifications to the intersection of the proposed street. I am further
advised that the developer, in this case Glacier Park Company, cannot petition
the State of Washington Highway Department for this change, as petition for
waiver must be progressed by a governmental agency, municipality, etc.
Waiver of this regulation would be required before our preliminary plat could
be submitted to the City of Renton for consideration; therefore, will you
please accept this letter as Glacier Park Company's formal request for the
City of Renton to petition the State of Washington Highway Department for
waiver of this regulation.
Attached for your reference, is print on which subject intersection has been
circled in red.
Very truly yours,
J. J. Gordon
Manager, Property Management
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Senior Real Estate Representative
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Gardner Engineers
Artie Bldg. .- Penthouse
Seattle, Washington 98104
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RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
PUBLIC HEARING MEETING
OCTOBER 27, 1976
MINUTES
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Logan Garrison , Sandra Gist, Anthone
Nola , Clark -Teegarden,Joan Walker, Bylund Wik .
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: Arthur. Scholes : •
CITY OFFICIALS PRESENT: Richard Stredicke , Councilman..
PRESS: Don Smith , Renton Record Chronicle .
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Gordon Ericksen , Planning Director ; Gary
Kruger, Senior Planner; Michael Smith , Associate Planner; Willis
. Roberts , .Recording Secretary.
1. CALL TO ORDER: '
The meeting was called to order at 8: 05 p .m. by Chairman
Garrison, who led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. ROLL CALL was taken by Secretary Gist. All members responded
present with the exception of Commissioner Scholes . It was
announced by the Chairman that Commissioner Scholes had sub-
mitted a letter of resignation from the Planning Commission
effective as of this date.
3- APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The Chairman called for corrections or additions to the min-
utes of October 6 , 1976 . It was noted by Commissioner Tee-
garden that with regard to the roll call vote concerning
the action on the Friends of Youth Special Permit application
on page five , Commissioner Wik ' s name and "aye" vote had been
omitted. As there were no further comments , IT WAS
ACTION:
MOVED BY MOLA, SECONDED BY TEEGARDEN, THAT THE MINUTES BE
APPROVED AS CORRECTED. MOTION CARRIED.
The Chairman invited corrections or additions to the minutes
of October 13 , 1976 . It was requested by Commissioner Tee-
garden , relative to the consideration of the Glacier Park
Company Special Permit application to fill and grade in an
M-P/B zone , that his opposition be recorded due to the irre-
• versible action of filling , the availability of other parcels for
marketing , and prematurity of the proposed operation . The
Chairman requested that the "Action" noted in the next to the
last paragraph on page two be amended to read , "and the
• Springbrook Creek including the preservation of the green-
belt area 60 ' from the centerline on both sides of the creek ,
removing the word "and. " IT WAS THEN
ACTION: "4
MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY GIST, THAT THE MINUTES BE
APPROVED WITH THE CORRECTIONS NOTED. MOTION CARRIED.
4. OLD BUSINESS: .
REZONE:
A. GLEN NORWOOD ; Appl . No . R-884-76 ; rezone from G to B- 1 ;
property located at 1302 North 30th St. at the corner
of N. 30th St. and Park Ave. N.
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Meeting October 27 , 1976
Page Two
Noting the impending review of the Comprehensive Plan in
the Kennydale area (general vicinity of North 30th Street
and Park Avenue North to FAI405 ) later this evening , the
Chairman invited staff input but suggested that the public
hearing on the Norwood application follow review of the
Comprehensive Plan in the Kennydale area .
The Planning Director discussed the following factors for
consideration : the location of the site , Comprehensive
Plan and zoning designations , and proposed use. Mr.
Ericksen indicated that the Special Studies Committee had
met concerning the proposal and concurred that the matter
be held until after review of the Comprehensive Plan in
the Kennydale area .
REZONE:
B. RICH K. O ' BRIEN ; Appl . No. R-885-76 ; rezone from R-4
to L-1 ; property located at the northwest corner of
Seneca Ave. S. W. and S. W. 13th St.
An up-date by the staff was requested by the Chairman .
The Planning Director indicated that the proposal had been
previously reviewed by the Commission and studied by the
Special Studies Committee. He described the site location ,
size, zoning , neighborhood, proposed use , access , and
proposed landscaping. He discussed the applicability of
the Comprehensive Plan , noting that L-1 zoning had been
requested in view of the limited size of the property .
Noting the presence of the applicant, the Chairman called
for comment, but Mr. O ' Brien indicated he had no addi -
tional input.
The committee report was then invited. Commissioner Wik ,
Chairman of the Special Studies Committee , advised that
the committee had requested a revised plan to improve the
setback along Seneca . He noted committee concurrence
• with the revised site plan including setbacks as follows :
30 ' along Seneca Ave . S . W. , 20 ' along S . W. 13th St . , 10 '
along the northerly property line , and 30 ' along the
westerly property line . The committee recommends positive
consideration of the variance from M-P standards due to
the transitional area , the small size of the parcel , and
the substantial landscaping proposed .
Chairman Garrison invited audience comment in favor or in
opposition . None were offered . Discussion was then
opened to the Commission.
Discussion among the Commissioners concerned traffic circu-
lation, setbacks , and general appearance . IT WAS THEN MOVED
BY TEEGARDEN , SECONDED BY WIK, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE
CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED.
Following further discussion , IT WAS
ACTION:
MOVED BY WIK, SECONDED BY MOLA, THAT THE COMMISSION RECOM-
MEND APPROVAL OF THE RICH K. O'BRIEN APPLICATION FOR REZONE
FROM R-4 TO L-1 TO THE CITY COUNCIL WITH RESTRICTIVE COVE-
• NANTS RELATING TO SETBACKS, LANDSCAPING, AND SCREENING OF
OUTDOOR STORAGE AS FOLLOWS:
THE COVENANTS SHALL SPECIFICALLY INCLUDE A MINIMUM 30 '
SETBACK ALONG SENECA AVE. S. W. , 20' SETBACK ALONG S.W.
13TH ST. , 10' SETBACK ALONG THE NORTHERLY PROPERTY LINE,
AND MINIMUM 30 ' SETBACK ALONG THE WESTERLY PROPERTY LINE.
THE FIRST 10' ADJACENT TO ALL PROPERTY LINRS SHALL
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o CHARLES J. DELAURENTI, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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Messrs. Don Cowles and J. J. Gordon
Burlington Northern
Property Management Department
Lobby 2
Central Building
Seattle, WA 98104
Re: Special Permit, File No. SP-822-75
Gentlemen:
The Renton Planning Commission at its October 13, 1976, public hearing •
approved the remainder of the Glacier Park' Company Special Permit
No. SP-822-75 subject to the conditions listed in the attached Special
Studies Committee report. The Commission also added the condition that
Glacier Park Company continue the option for the City to purchase the •
39 acre wetland area on a year to year basis until such time as the
applicant has use for the property.
An additional bond, equal to the amount posted for the Phase •I fill permit,
will be necessary. It is our understanding that the large trees along
Springbrook Creek in or very near the greenbelt area will not be a problem
for you to preserve.
We will be pleased to assist you in the platting phases of your develop-
ment. Please contact this department if you have any further questions.
Very truly yours,
Gordon Y. Ericksen •
Planning. Directo j'�
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Michael L. Sm th
Associate Planner
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Attachment
NTON PLANNING COMMISSION
PUBLIC HEARING MEETING
OCTOBER 13, 1976
MINUTES •
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Logan Garrison, Sandra Gist, Clark
Teegarden , Joan Walker, Bylund Wik .
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: Anthone Mola , Arthur Scholes .
PRESS : Don Smith , Renton Record Chronicle .
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Gordon Ericksen , Planning Director; Michael
Smith , Associate Planner ; Willis Roberts , Recording Secretary .
1 • CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Garrison at
8:05 p.m. He then led the Pledge of Allegiance and opened
the meeting.
2. ROLL CALL was taken by Secretary Gist . All members with •
the exception of Mola (other commitment) and Scholes (other
commitment ) responded present . IT WAS THEN MOVED BY WIK,
SECONDED BY WALKER , THAT THE ABSENT. COMMISSIONERS BE
EXCUSED. MOTION CARRIED .
3• OLD BUSINESS :
k SPECIAL PERMIT:
A. GLACIER PARK CO . ; Appl . No . SP-822-75 ; Special Permit
to Fill and Grade in M-P/B Zone ; property located south
of existing Mobil and Olympic Petroleum Distribution
Facilities , north of S .W. 43rd St. ,- and westerly of
East Valley Road .
The item was opened for consideration by the Chairman , who
requested a briefing from the Planning Director.
Mr. Ericksen noted continuation of the application , pointed
out the areas involved on the vicinity map , and indicated
which portions of the property had already been filled .
Slides taken since the filling of phase one were then viewed ,
and the following items were discussed : location and sizes
of parcels remaining to be filled , the amount and source of
fill material involved , the area already filled in accordance
with earlier Commission approval , zoning and Comprehensive
Plan designations for the area , proposed setbacks from
Springbrook Creek , proposed preservation of trees in certain
locations , and preservation of greenbelts .
Comment from the applicant was then invited by the Chairman .
J . J . Gordon , Manager , Property Management, .Glacier Park
Company , indicated that revised figures relating to quanti -
ties of fill had been submitted to the Special Studies Com-
mittee . These revisions were due in part to allowances not
having been made for greenbelt and roadway areas and settling
characteristics of fill material . Mr. Gordon then reviewed
the new figures and noted fill locations on a map . He dis-
cussed provisions for greenbelt areas , platting and develop-
ment of the property , dedication of parcels , and rehabili -
tation of the pit from which the fill material is being
obtained . Mr. Gordon then responded to questions regarding
the location of areas to be filled , areas to be platted , and
areas to be preserved . With regard to greenbelt areas , Mr.
Gordon indicated that 60 feet on either side of Springbrook
Creek would be excepted from the fill , which would include
some trees for preservation , and reaffirmed their request
for approval on a basis similar to their rezone application
to allow filling of the area with the exception of the twenty
acres to be donated by the Company and the 39 acres on which
the City has an option for purchase .
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Renton Planning Commi „ti_._. n
Meeting October 13 , 1976
Page Two
! With regard to marketing and 'development plans , Don Cowles , .
Manager , Industrial Development , Glacier Park Company , dis-
cussed their program for 1977 as it relates to funding , posi -
Ible purchasers , support services for the industrial park , and
proposed uses . He then responded to questions from the Com-
mission concerning the anticipated time-table for development ,
noting that it will still take approximately twenty years to
develop the property .
The Chairman then called for the committee report .
Commissioner Wik , Chairman of the Special Studies Committee ,
noted several meetings with Glacier Park representatives . He
indicated the committee ' s concern regarding prematurely filled
land but stated that members are convinced that the applicant
is in a situation where the owners have to get the land filled
to a marketable state . The. Committee , therefore , recommends
approval of the request subject to exclusion from filling of
the twenty acre wetland donation area , the 39 acres optional
wetland area , the proposed P-1 drainage channel area , and the
Springbrook Creek including preservation of greenbelt area
60 feet from the centerline on both sides . Further conditions
were recommended regarding preservation of large trees and
other vegetation , operational conditions , progression of areas
to be filled , and submittal of a preliminary plat.
Audience comments in favor or in opposition were invited by
the Chairman , but none were offered.
The matter was then opened to the Commission for discussion .
The following items were considered : the committee recom-
mendation regarding platting and the advisability of filling
remaining portions of the site at this time . Mr. Cowles re-
sponded regarding the economic factors , the availability of
fill material and King County requirements , and 'the desirabil -
ity of platting the property at this time . There was further
discussion regarding preservation of the 39 acres optional
wetland area and the salability of property in unfilled and
filled states . IT WAS THEN MOVED BY WIK, SECONDED BY WALKER,
THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED .
The following action ensued :
ACTION:
MOVED BY WIK, SECONDED BY WALKER, THAT THE COMMISSION CONCURS
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT CONCERNING THE GLACIER PARK COMPANY
SPECIAL PERMIT APPLICATION SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS AS RECOM-
MENDED:
THE SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF
THE REMAINING FILL REQUEST AS INDICATED ON THE MAP
LABELED EXHIBIT D, TOGETHER WITH THE REVISED DRAINAGE
PLAN INDICATED AS EXHIBIT E WHICH EXCLUDES FROM FILLING
THE TWENTY ACRE WETLAND DONATION AREA , THE 39 ACRES
OPTIONAL WETLAND AREA , THE PROPOSED P-1 DRAINAGE CHANNEL
AREA, AND THE SPRINGBROOK CREEK INCLUDING THE PRESERVATION
OF THE GREENBELT AREA 60 ' FROM THE CENTERLINE AND ON BOTH
SIDES OF THE CREEK. THE LARGE TREES AND OTHER VEGETATION
WITHIN THIS AREA SHALL BE PRESERVED. APPROVAL SHALL BE
FURTHER SUBJECT TO:
1 . THE OPERATIONAL CONDITIONS LISTED IN PHASE I APPROVAL.
2. PHASE V (AREA #6 ON EXHIBIT D) SHALL BE FILLED LAST,
RELATIVE TO THE ENTIRE FILL OPERATION. FILL OF THIS
AREA SHALL BEGIN FROM THE SOUTH AND PROGRESS NORTH-
WARD TO THE SOUTHERLY BOUNDARY OF THE 39 ACRE
OPTIONAL WETLAND AREA .
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting October 13 , 1976
Page Three
3. A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF THE AREA SHALL BE SUBMITTED
WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF THIS APPROVAL
OR SAID APPROVAL SHALL EXPIRE.
Discussion among the Commissioners followed , and Commis-
sioner Gist suggested another condition pertaining to the
39 acres parcel as follows :
4. THAT THE CITY'S OPTION TO PURCHASE THE 39 ACRES
PARCEL RECOMMENDED FOR PRESERVATION FOR WILDLIFE
HABITAT REMAIN OPEN ON A YEAR TO YEAR BASIS UNTIL
SUCH TIME AS THE APPLICANT HAS USE FOR THE PROP-
ERTY.
Further discussion followed in which it was noted that the
applicant has already indicated no objection to the condition
as stated . It was then agreed by Commissioners Wik and Walker
that the condition be included in their motion .
On the motion , a roll call vote was requested with the fol -
lowing results :
GIST - AYE
TEEGARDEN - NO
WALKER - AYE
WIK - AYE
MOTION CARRIED.
A recess was declared at 9 : 20 p .m. The meeting was resumed at
9 : 30- p .m. with all members noted above in attendance .
WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS :
B. JOHN B . WEERS; Appl . No . W-881-76 ; Application for Waiver
of Off-site Improvements for a Three Lot Short Plat;
property located on the southwest corner of N . E . 12th St.
and Aberdeen Ave . N . E . ; the east 230 ' of Tract 26 .
The item was presented for consideration . The Planning
Director and Associate Planner noted continuation from the
previous hearing and described the location of the site , •
proposed subdivision of the property , and the character of
th.e neighborhood . Attention was brought to the other
request for waiver of off-site improvements in the same
area to be considered this evening .
Comments from the applicant were invited by the Chairman .
John Weers , owner of the property , stated that he did not
object to improvements in an area but noted the absence of
similar development in the neighborhood . He also inquired
about the effect of the installation of curbs on drainage .
Mr. Ericksen read a communication from the Design Engineer
of the Public Works Department relative to the drainage
pattern in the area . Questions of the Planning Director
concerning drainage followed .
A review of existing off-site improvements in the area was
given by Associate Planner Smith .
The Chairman called for the committee report , Commissioner
Wik , Chairman of the Special Studies Committee , noting a
study of potential subdivision development in the area ,
the availability of grades along Aberdeen Ave . N. E . and
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Meeting October 13 , 1976
Page Four
N. E. 12th St . , and the desirability of establishing a trend
for off-site improvements , reported that the committee
recommends denial of the request.
Audience comments in favor of the application were invited
by the Chairman .
Vickie Olson , 1209 Aberdeen Ave . N. E . , indicated that she
and her husband , David Olson , have applied for similar
waiver for property across the street from Mr . Weers . She
described lack of existing off-site improvements in the
neighborhood and noted the half-street in front of the
property. Speaking in favor of the application , she asked
for a review of the subdividable properties in the vicinity .
These areas were noted by Associate Planner Smith .
Discussion among the Commissioners ensued relative to right-
of-way widths on N . E . 12th and Aberdeen Ave. N. E . , the pur-
pose of off-site improvements , and the timeliness of estab-
lishing them in the area . The probable inclusion of addi -
tional road paving was also considered .
Further audience comment was invited . Noting none , IT WAS .
MOVED BY WIK, SECONDED BY GIST , THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE
CLOSED; MOTION CARRIED .
Further Commission discussion followed , with special concern
regarding the widening of the street , possible need for fur-
ther study , and the appropriateness of requiring off-street
improvements at this time . Responding to inquiries regard-
ing their time schedules for construction , Mr . Weers indica-
ted he intended to build next spring and Mrs . Olson advised
that they are ready to build immediately . It was moved by
Walker to continue the hearing and refer the matter back to
committee . As no second was offered , IT WAS
ACTION:
MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY WIK, THAT JOHN B. WEERS
BE GRANTED AN INDEFINITE DEFERRAL SUBJECT TO FILING OF RE-
. STRICTIVE COVENANTS REQUIRING PARTICIPATION IN A FUTURE
L.I.D. FOR SUCH IMPROVEMENTS. MOTION CARRIED.
4- NEW BUSINESS :
VARIANCE FROM THE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS :
A. ROBERT B . MARTINDALE ; Appl . V-880-76 ; variance from the
Shoreline Master Program requirements ; property located
in the vicinity of 2700 Mountain View Ave . N .
The Chairman requested a briefi.ng from the staff. Mr . Erick-
sen noted that the Shoreline Master Program sPecifies Plan-
ning Commission review of applications for variance from
requirements . The Associate Planner then described Mr. Mar-
tindale ' s request for a variance from the yard requirements ,
noting the following factors : property location , lot dimen-
sions , current zoning , and proposed use . He pointed out
other development in the area and described the character
of the neighborhood . Slides were viewed and discussed by
Mr. Smith .
The Chairman invited input from the applicant .
Bob Martindale , 11133 - 51st Ave . So . , Seattle , noted the
history of his involvement with the property from its purch-
ase to the present. He indicated his feeling that' his request
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SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE
REPORT
OCTOBER 13 , 1976
ITEM: GLACIER PARK COMPANY ; Special Permit No . SP-822-75 ;
for Fill and Grade.
MEETINGS : The Special Studies Committee met with represent-
atives of Glacier Park Co . and the Planning Depart-
ment staff on September 23 , and October 7 , 1976 .
FINDINGS : 1 . The application was continued by the Planning
Commission with the approval of Phase I of the '
fill operation on November 19 , 1975. The
application was continued pending completion
of the Valley drainage study by the Planning
Department.
2 . The drainage study has been reviewed by the
committee and staff. The Glacier Park Company ' s
revised drainage and fill plans correspond quite
closely with one of the alternative drainage
plans outlined in the Study, Specifically that
alternative which employs a combination of open
drainage ditches and channels , retention areas ,
and standard drainage facilities .
3 . The revised fill and drainage plan indicates the
preservation of the twenty acre wetland donation
• area , the 39 acre, optional wetland area , the pro-
posed P-1 drainage channel area , and Springbrook
Creek together with a greenbelt sixty feet from
the centerline and on both sides of the channel .
Both the large trees along Springbrook Creek have
been sited within the greenbelt area and will be
retained .
4. Stevens , Thompson , and Runyon , Inc . , engineering
consultants for Glacier Park Co . , have studied
and revised the figures relating to fill remaining
in the existing pit area withinthe county and amount
of fill needed to complete the fill project .
Previous fill estimates had included the twenty
acre and 39 acre wetland areas as well as the
Springbrook Creek area . The engineers report and
accompanying map are labeled Exhibit C and D
respectively .
The revised figures indicate that sufficient material
is available to complete the proposed fill project.
Glacier Park Co . , however , agrees to fill Phase V
last , starting from the south and progressing north
toward the wetland area .
5. Glacier Park Co . , has begun the process of choosing
a consultant for the platting phases of development .
The consultant will be chosen by mid-November , and
the platting process begun soon after . This will
include a preliminary plat of the entire area with
the final plat and the construction of the necessary
roads and utilities progressing in phases . Glacier
Park Co . , representatives state that the money has
already been budgeted for these purposes , and
that this development is a top priority on a
national level within the company .
SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE
REPORT
OCTOBER 13 , 1976
PAGE TWO
CONCLUSIONS : (Glacier Park Co . , cont ' d . )
The Special Studies Committee recommends approval
of the remaining fill request as indicated on the
map labeled Exhibit D , together with the revised
drainage plan indicated as Exhibit E which excludes
from filling the twenty acre wetland donation area ,
the 39 acres optional wetland area , the proposed
P-1 drainage channel area , and the Springbrook Creek
including the preservation of the greenbelt area
sixty feet from the centerline and on both sides of
the creek. The large trees and other vegetation within
this area shall be preserved . Approval shall be
further subject to : •
1 . The operational conditions listed in the
Phase I approval .
2 . Phase V (area #6 on Exhibit D ) shall be
filled last , relative to the entire fill
operation . Fill of this area shall begin
from the south and progress northward to
the southerly boundary of the 39 acre
optional wetland area .
3. A preliminary plat of the area shall be
submitted within six months from the
date of this approval or said approval
shall expire.
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ITEM: JOHN B . WEERS ; Request for Waiver of . Off-Site
Improvements , Application No . W-881-76 .
MEETINGS : . The Special Studies Committee met on September 23 ,
and October 7 , 1976 to review the subject request .
FINDINGS : 1 . Although similar improvements do not exist along
Aberdeen Avenue N . E . or N . E . 12th Street , installing
the improvements could initiate similar improve
ments in the area .
2 . The Engineering Division is able to establish
grade for both Aberdeen Avenue N .E . and N . E . 12th
Street.
3. The site is near the bridge over Sunset Boulevard ,
this establishes Aberdeen Avenue N . E . as an
important collector arterial street .
4. The property across N . E . 12th Street at the
northwest corner of Aberdeen Avenue N . E . is also
being subdivided and a waiver is requested . This
is further reason to require the improvements at
this intersection at this time and establish a
trend for the area .
5. The committee upon studying the site and surrounding
area feels that the improvements are needed and can
be installed at the present time .
CONCLUSIONS : The committee recommends denial of waiver request based
on the above findings .
RENTON PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
OCTOBER 13 , 1976
4 APPLICANT : ' GLACIER PARK COMPANY
APPLICATION : SPECIAL PERMIT FOR FILL AND GRADE , No . SP-822-75
FINDINGS AND 1 . A revised fill and drainage plan of the remain-
COMMENTS : ing phases of the project has been submitted
and reviewed by the Special Studies Committee
and Planning Department .
2 . See Special Studies Committee report for
additional findings and comments .
DECISION •
CONSIDERATIONS : Approval as per Special Studies Committee report .
APPLICANT : JOHN B . WEERS
APPLICATION : REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS
REQUIRED FOR PROPOSED SHORT-PLAT ; File Number W-881-76
FINDINGS AND
COMMENTS : 1 . The Special Studies Committee has studied the
subject request.
2 . The Engineering Division has indicated that
grade could be established on Aberdeen Avenue N . E .
and N . E . 12th Street .
3 . A short plat and waiver has been initiated at
the northwest corner of the same intersection .
DECISION
CONSIDERATIONS : Concurrence with the Special Studies Committee
report .
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APPLICANT : ROBERT B . MARTINDALE
APPLICATION : VARIANCE FROM THE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM
REQUIREMENTS ; File Number V-880-76
FINDINGS AND
COMMENTS : 1 . Applicant requests a variance from the 20 foot
setback from the water ' s edge requirement of
the City ' s Shoreline Master Program .
2 . The subject property has been filled and a rock
rip-rap bulkhead installed pursuant to. a Shore-
line Substantial Development permit approved
on January 3 , 1973 .
3. The applicant proposed to construct a single
family residence to within 5 - 8 feet of the
water ' s edge with a deck extending to within
1 - 2 feet of the water ' s edge .
SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE
REPORT
OCTOBER 13 , 1976
ITEM: GLACIER PARK COMPANY ; Special Permit No . SP-822-75 ;
for Fill and Grade .
MEETINGS : The Special Studies Committee met with represent-
atives of Glacier Park Co . and the Planning Depart-
ment staff on September 23 , and October 7 , 1976 .
FINDINGS : 1 . The. application was continued by the Planning
Commission with the approval of Phase I of the '
fill operation on November 19 , 1975 . The
application was continued pending completion
of the Valley drainage study by the Planning
Department.
2 . The drainage study has been reviewed by the
committee and staff. The Glacier Park Company ' s
revised drainage and fill plans correspond quite
closely with one of the alternative drainage
• plans outlined in the Study, Specifically that
alternative which employs a combination of open
drainage ditches and channels , retention areas ,
and standard drainage facilities .
3 . The revised fill and drainage plan indicates the
preservation of the twenty acre wetland donation
area , the 39 acre. optional wetland area , the pro-
posed P-1 drainage channel area , and Springbrook
Creek together with a greenbelt sixty feet from
the centerline and on both sides of the channel .
Both the large trees along Springbrook Creek have
been sited within the greenbelt area and will be
retained .
4. Stevens , Thompson , and Runyon , Inc . , engineering
consultants for Glacier Park Co . , have studied
and revised the figures relating to fill remaining
in the existing pit area withnthe county and amount
of fill needed to complete the fill project .
Previous fill estimates had included the twenty
acre and 39 acre wetland areas as well as the
Springbrook Creek area . The engineers report and
accompanying map are labeled Exhibit C and D
respectively .
The revised figures indicate that sufficient material
is available to complete the proposed fill project.
Glacier Park Co . , however , agrees to fill Phase V
last , starting from the south and progressing north
toward the wetland area .
5 . Glacier Park Co . , has begun the process of choosing
a consultant for the platting phases of development .
The consultant will be chosen by mid-November , and
the platting process begun soon after . This will
include a preliminary plat of the entire area with
the final plat and the construction of the necessary
roads and utilities progressing in phases . Glacier
Park Co . , representatives state that the. money has
already been budgeted for these purposes , and
that this development is a top priority on a
national level within the company.
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SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE
REPORT
OCTOBER 13 , 1976
PAGE TWO
CONCLUSIONS : (Glacier Park Co. , cont ' d . )
The Special Studies Committee recommends approval
of the remaining fill request as indicated on the
map labeled Exhibit D , together with the revised
drainage plan indicated as Exhibit E which excludes
from filling the twenty acre wetland donation area ,
the 39 acres optional wetland area , the proposed
P-1 drainage channel area , and the Springbrook Creek
including the preservation of the greenbelt area
sixty feet from the centerline and on both sides of
the creek. The large trees and other vegetation within
this area shall be preserved . Approval shall be
further subject to :
1 . The operational conditions listed in the
Phase I approval .
2 . Phase V (area #6 on Exhibit D) shall be
filled last , relative to the. entire fill
operation . Fill of this area shall begin
from the south and progress northward to
the southerly boundary of the 39 acre
optional wetland area .
3 . A preliminary plat of the area shall be.
submitted within six months from the
date of this approval or said approval
shall expire.
•
JOHN B . WEERS ; Request for Waiver of Off-Site
ITEM: Improvements , Application No . W-881-76 .
MEETINGS : The Special Studies Committee met on September 23 ,
and October 7 , 1976 to review the subject request .
FINDINGS : 1 . Although similar improvements do not exist along
Aberdeen Avenue N . E . or N . E . 12th Street , installing
the improvements could initiate similar improve-
ments in the area .
2 . The Engineering Division is able to establish
grade for both Aberdeen Avenue N . E . and N . E . 12th
Street .
3 . The site is near the bridge 'over Sunset Boulevard ,
this establishes Aberdeen Avenue N . E . as an
important collector arterial street .
4. The property across N . E . 12th Street at the
northwest corner of Aberdeen Avenue N . E . is also
being subdivided and a waiver is requested . This
is further reason to require the improvements at
this intersection at this time an.d establish a
trend for the area .
5 . The committee upon studying the site and surrounding
area feels that the improvements are needed and can
be installed at the present time .
CONCLUSIONS : The committee recommends denial of waiver request based
on the above findings .
RENTON PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
OCTOBER 13 , 1976
APPLICANT : GLACIER PARK COMPANY
APPLICATION : SPECIAL PERMIT FOR FILL AND GRADE , No . SP-822-75
FINDINGS AND 1 . A revised fill and drainage plan of the remain-
COMMENTS : ing phases of the project has been submitted
and reviewed by the Special Studies Committee
and Planning Department .
2 . See Special Studies Committee report for
additional findings and comments .
•
DECISION
CONSIDERATIONS : Approval as per Special Studies Committee report .
APPLICANT : JOHN B . WEERS
APPLICATION : REQUEST REQUIRED FOFOR R WPROPOSED AIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS
File NumberW-881-76
FINDINGS AND
COMMENTS : 1 . The Special Studies Committee has studied the
subject request.
2 . The Engineering Division has indicated that
grade could be established on Aberdeen Avenue N . E .
and N . E . 12th Street .
3 . A short plat and waiver has been initiated at
the northwest corner of the same intersection .
DECISION
CONSIDERATIONS ; Concurrence with the Special Studies Committee
report.
APPLICANT : ROBERT B . MARTINDALE
APPLICATION : VARIANCE FROM THE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM
REQUIREMENTS ; File Number V-880-76
FINDINGS AND
COMMENTS : 1 ' setbacknfrom t gthe twater ' s s a � edg'e requirementance from the t foot
of
the City ' s Shoreline Master Program .
2 . The subject property has been filled and a rock
rip-rap bulkhead installed pursuant to re-
line Substantial Development permit approved
on January 3 , 1973 .
3 . The applicant proposed to construct a single
family residence to within 5 - 8 feet of the
water ' s edge with a deck extending to within
1 - 2 feet of the water ' s edge.
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Refer to Mr. Gordon's letter of September 24, regarding the development
of the Orillia property in.Renton, Washington. 1
This office will prepare the necessary documents for solicitation of
proposals from four local firms for the platting of property as outlined
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engineering firms for their submission of proposals. On this basis, ,
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CHARLES J. DELAURENTI , MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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MEMORANDUM
October 5 , 1976
TO: Special Studies Committee Members
FROM: Michael Smith , Assoc . Planner
RE : GLACIER PARK FILL PERMIT
We have received the attached additional informa-
tion from Glacier Park Company . The Engineering
firm of Stevens , Thompson, and Runyan has revised
the estimates of fill remaining in the pit, extra
fill on previously filled areas , and the estimated- - -
range of fill needed to complete the operation .
The table on page 2 indicates a range of between
674,000 cu . yds . and 813 ,000 cu . yds . of material
needed to complete the fill project. Figures indi -
cate that the pit contains 670 ,000 cu . yds . of
material . It appears from these revised figures
that there is enough material available from present
sources to complete the project next year. The numbers ,
colors , and cubic yardages on the attached map refer
to the sites and figures in the second table on
page 2 of the report.
A meeting has been scheduled on Thursday , October 7 ,
at 7 : 30 p . m. to discuss this matter further with
Glacier Park Co. representatives and prepare a final
recommendation to forward to the Commission .
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Attachments
Stevens, Thompson 8z Runyan, Inc.
T R Engineers / Planners
700-PLAZA 600 • SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 • TELEPHONE (206) 623-6350
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Glacier Park Company
Central Building
Seattle, Washington 98104
Attn: Mr. James Gordon
Gentlemen:
In accordance with your request, we haute completed a review of the
estimated earthwork quantities remaining from the present borrow pit
site adjacent to Carr Road. This borrow material estimate reflects
estimated quantities remaining at the conclusion of this year's borrow
pit operation. In addition, we have also prepared preliminary quantity
estimates for on-site filling and grading of six separate areas within
the Orillia Industrial District. Each area is outlined on the attached
site plan.
The on-site fill and borrow pit quantities were computed based upon the
following assumptions.
o All existing ground lines were established from surveys taken by
the BNI Railway and STR.
o Borrow pit quantities were prepared in conformance with the approved
comprehensive grading plan.
o Borrow pit quantities do not take into account shrinkage or swell.
o The material placed on the 6 on-site fill areas is to subgrade
elevation only. An additional 9-inch section would be required to
bring each site up to the finished grades indicated in the 1969
Orillia Industrial District Master Plan or to the proposed finished
grades as modified for the present site development plan.
o Preliminary settlement of the underlying soils caused by the
proposed on-site fill has been allowed for in accordance with
Shannon & Wilson's report of. February 21, 1969.
o No surcharging of the roadways was included in this estimate. •
In addition to the material available from the existing borrow pit site,
approximately 55,000 CY of existing surcharge material must be removed
from Longacres Parkway and Lind Avenue before either roadway or adjoining
industrial sites can be developed. It is also recommended that approximately
PORTLAND-SEATTLE-BOISE-HOUSTON-MILWAUKEE-ROCKVILLE-WASHINGTON, D.C.
GLACIER PARK COMPANY PRELIMINARY QUANTITY ESTIMATE
Estimated Fill Material Available
Borrow pit material remaining after 1976 670,000 CY
Longacres Parkway and Lind Avenue surcharge material 55,000 CY
1973 On-Site fill area surcharge material 60,000 CY
785,000 CY
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Estimated On-Site Fill Quantities
Average Elev.
Exist. Proposed
Site Fill Quantity Range Ground Top of Fill
1 215,000 - 226,000* CY 11 16
2 142,000 - 176,000* CY 12.5 16
3 73,000 - 80,000* CY 12.5 16
4 79,000 - 87,000* CY 13 16
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5 104,000* - 104,000* CY 11 . 16
6 140,000 - 140,000 CY
674,000 - 813,000 CY
Source: *1969 Orillia Industrial District Master Plan
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Glacier Park Company
October 1, 1976 • .
Page 2 .
60,000 CY of surcharge material be removed from the- 1973 on-site fill
area located between Lind Avenue and East Valley Road before that t
property is further developed. .
The attached estimate outlines available fill material and estimated on-
site fill requirements for the six outlined sites.
Yours truly, •
STEVENS, THOMPSON & RUNYAN, INC.
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CHARLES J. DELAURENTI , MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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ptember 23 , 1976
MEMORANDUM
TO : FILES
FROM : Michael L . Smith , Associate Planner
REGARDING : SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE MEETING OF
SEPTEMBER 23 , 1976
ATTENDANCE : Bylund Wik , Chairman
Sandra Gist , Committee Member
Don Cowles , Glacier Park Company
Jim Gordon , Glacier Park Company
Michael Smith , Planning Department Staff
ITEM : JOHN B . WEERS ; Waiver and .Short Plat Applications ,
#W-881-76 and #27-76
DISCUSSION : The Committee members had visited the site and sur-
rounding area on their own .
The existing improvements in the area were reviewed . .
Staff presented a map showing parcels in area that
could be subdivided and improvements installed .
The anticipated subdivision of the property across
the street at the northwest corner of Aberdeen Avenue
and 12th Street was discussed .
•
Staff advised that the Public Works Department had
indicated grade could be established on both Aberdeen
and 12th Street.
There was further discussion on the merits and dis-
advantages of requiring improvements at this time .
CONCLUSIONS : The Committee recommended to defer improvements for a
maximum two year period or until the property on the
northwest corner of Aberdeen and 12th Street is sub-
divided , whichever is less , subject to the posting of .
a bond in the amount of 150% of the cost of installation .
•
MEMO TO : Files
SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE MEETING
SEPTEMBER 23 , 1976
PAGE TWO
ITEM : * GLACIER PARK FILL AND GRADE REQUEST ;
Phases 2 through 5 -
DISCUSSION : Mr. Smith gave a brief overview and status report
of the application .
In answer to the Committee ' s query the applicants
stated that there was approximately 700 ,000 cubic
yards of material remaining in the existing pit.
This must be removed by the October 1977 deadline
required by King County .
The committee then asked for a synopsis of Glacier
Park Company ' s proposed development plans and timing .
They felt the need for assurances that development
is proceeding ahead .
Glacier Park Company plans to plat this fall or
early winter and begin construction of roads and
utilities necessary for final plat approval and •
development.
General discussion continued regarding pit capacities ,
remaining amount of fill required , phasing , areas
to be filled , and relationship to proposed platting
and development.
CONCLUSIONS : Glacier Park Company agreed to prepare a map ;for
further committee review that would indicate the
extent of Valley area that the remaining 70.0 ,000
cubic yards within the pit will actually cover. The
committee stated that it would meet again before
October /3 , 1976 , to review this information and make
its recommendation .
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THE CITY OF RENTON
Z rx„;.•.p'e ,:• c MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE.SO. RENTON,WASH.98055
�'OpA :Y ?`" °% CHARLES J. DELAURENTI,MAYOR • • PLANNING DEPARTMENT CO*
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September 15 , 1976
Edward B . Sand, Manager
Building and Land Development Division
450 King County Administration Building
Seattle , WA 98104 _.
RE : GLACIER PARK COMPANY APPLICATION
FOR SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND
GRADE IN M-P/G ZONE ; PROPERTY
LOCATED SOUTH OF EXISTING MOBIL
AND OLYMPIC PETROLEUM DISTRIBUTION
FACILITY NORTH OF S . W. 43RD AND
WESTERLY OF EAST VALLEY ROAD
Dear Mr. Sand:
This is to advise you that the subject matter was
referred to committee for study by the Renton
Planning Commission at their public hearing of
September 8, 1976 , with the request that it be
reported out at their public hearing of October 13,
1976 , at 8:00 p .m. in the Renton City Council
Chambers of the Municipal Building .
Very truly yours ,
Willis V . Roberts
Renton Planning Commission
Recording Secretary
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
RENTON , WASHINGTON
A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION AT ITS
REGULAR MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS , CITY HALL , RENTON , WASHINGTON ,
ON SEPTEMBER 8 . ,. 19 76 , AT 8 : 00 P. M. TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING
PETITIONS :
1 . PRELIMINARY PLAN FOR A MOBILE HOME PARK IN T ZONE ; file No .
MH-871-76 ; property located ± 1000 feet south of N . E . 4th
Street and ± 400 feet west of Union Avenue N . E .
2. SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE IN L-1 ZONE ; file No .
SP-874-76 ; property located adjacent to and north and south
of South Grady Way and between Springbrook Creek and Oaksdale
Avenue S .W .
3 . SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE IN M-P/G ZONE ; file No .
SP-822-75 ; property located south of existing Mobil and
Olympic Petroleum Distribution Facilities , north of S .W .
43rd Street, and westerly of East Valley Road .
4. SPECIAL PERMIT TO OPERATE A HALFWAY HOUSE FOR UP TO EIGHT
TEENAGED BOYS IN SR-1 ZONE ; file No SP-879-76 ; property
located at 1919 Talbot Road South .
5. REZONE FROM GS-1 TO SR-1 ; file No . R-882-76 ; property located
at 762 Monroe Avenue N . E .
6 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A TWO LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-883-76 ; property located at 762 Monroe Avenue N . E .
7 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A TWO LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-878-76 ; property located between 309 and 217 N . W . 7th St .
8. WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A THREE LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-881-76; property located on the southwest corner
of N . E . 12th Street and Aberdeen Avenue N . E . ; the east
230 feet of Tract 26 .
Legal descriptions of all applications noted above on file in the
Renton Planning Department.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS TO SAID. PETITIONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT
- THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 8 , 1976
AT 8 :00 P . M. TO EXPRESS THEIR OPINIONS .
Sandra Gist , SECRETARY
PUBLISHED AUGUST 29 , 1976 RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
CERTIFICATION
I , Michael L . Smith , HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THREE COPIES OF THE ABOVE
DOCUMENT WERE POSTED BY ME IN THREE CONSPICUOUS PLACES ON THE PROPERTY
DESCRIBED ABOVE AS PRESCRIBED BY LAW.
ATTEST: Subscribed and sworn J�`,
to before me , a Notary Public , SIGNED G
on the 26th day of August
1976 ,
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting September 8, 1976
Page Three
2 . APPROVAL OF THE STUB-END STREET CONCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY
PROPOSED, PROVIDED THE MINIMUM STREET PAVING WIDTH IS
30 FEET AND THE MAXIMUM LENGTff IS 120 FEET, AND IS
FURTHER SUBJECT TO FIRE DEPARTMENT APPROVAL OF HYDRANT
LOCATIONS.
3 . APPROVAL OF MAXIMUM 50% LOT COVERAGE LIMIT, WITH
SPECIFIC DESIGNATION BY THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT OF
MAXIMUM SIZE, UNIT TO BE PERMITTED ON EACH LOT.
4 . SIDEWALK WIDTHS SHALL BE REDUCED TO 3 1/2 FEET WITH
NO SIDEWALK WITHIN THE PROPOSED STUB-STREETS .
5 . TWO WASHERS AND DRIERS SHALL BE PERMITTED IN THE CLUB-
HOUSE IN LIEU OF THE ORDINANCE REQUIREMENT OF ONE PER
15 MOBILE HOMES.
It was noted that the Mobile Home Park Ordinance grants the
Planning Commission approval authority .
On the question , MOTION CARRIED.
The applicant was apprised of the action taken by the Chair-
man . A recess was declared at 9 : 10 p .m. The meeting was
resumed at 9 : 25 p .m. with all members noted above in attend-
ance .
SPECIAL PERMIT:
B1 PUGET WESTERN ; Appl . No . SP-874-76 ; Special Permit to
�il1 and Grade in L-1 Zone ; property located adjacent
to and north and south of South Grady Way and between .
Springbrook Creek and Oaksdale Ave . S . W.
The matter was opened for consideration by the Chairman .
A review of the location , description and size of the site ,
and natural characteristics of the area was provided by
the Planning Director . It was noted that Puget Western has
applications in process for a Shoreline Management permit
and a King County Hydraulics permit .
Applicant comment was invited by the Chairman . Gary Mix ,
Puget Western , Bellevue , reviewed the status of other per-
mits being applied for that are applicable to the proposal .
He stated that the Special Studies Committee report. had
been reviewed with them and that they concur .
A brief discussion relating to relevance of the Shoreline
Management Act followed .
The Chairman called for the committee report. Commissioner
Wik , Chairman of the Special Studies Committee , stated that
the site had been visited and the topography noted . Sur-
rounding land characteristics abutting Springbrook Creek
are their primary concern . Natural characteristics of the
site were described , and their recommended conditions for
approval were reviewed .
Discussion ensued with regard to the recommended setback
from Springbrook. Creek , effect on the P-1 Channel , runoff
control , and maximum height of fill suggested .
The Chairman invited comments from the audience in favor or
opposition to the application , but none were received . IT
WAS THEN MOVED BY SEHOLES , SECONDED BY WALKER , THAT THE
PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED . MOTION CARRIED .
wllit
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting September 8 , 1976
Page Four
Following further discussion , IT WAS
ACTION:
MOVED BY WALKER, SECONDED BY GIST, THAT THE PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVE THE PUGET WESTERN APPLICATION
FOR SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1 . THE TOE OF THE PROPOSED FILL SHALL MAINTAIN A
MINIMUM THIRTY (30 ' ) FOOT TEMPORARY SETBACK
FROM THE TOP OF THE BANK OF SPRINGBROOK CREEK
UNTIL CONSTRUCTION OF THE P-1 DRAINAGE CHANNEL
PROJECT.
2 . THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF THE FILL SHALL BE FIVE
(5 ' ) FEET FROM THE AVERAGE EXISTING GRADE .
3 . THE FILL AREA SHALL BE MAINTAINED IN A SYSTEMATIC
LEVEL POSITION. PILES OF UNLEVELED FILL MATERIAL
SHALL NOT BE PERMITTED.
4 . THE FILL PERMIT SHALL EXTEND FOR A MAXIMUM TWO
YEAR PERIOD AND SHALL EXPIRE ON SEPTEMBER 8 ,
1978 .
5. ALL SLOPES SHALL BE PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND
HYDRO-SEEDED .
6 . TEMPORARY DRAINAGE FACILITIES SHALL BE APPROVED
BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
7 . ALL TRAFFIC CONTROL OPERATIONS SHALL MEET TRAFFIC
DEPARTMENT APPROVAL .
8 . HOURS OF OPERATION SHALL BE FROM 9 :00 A .M . TO
3: 30 P .M.
The applicantwas advised that he would be contacted
by the Planning staff.
SPECIAL PERMIT:
C. GLACIER PARK CO . ; Appl . No . SP-822-75 ; Special
Permit to Fill and Grade in M-P/G Zone ; property
located south of existing Mobil and -Olympic Petroleum
Distribution Facilities , north of S . W. 43rd St . , and
westerly of East Valley Road .
Staff review of the application was requested by the
Chairman .
Noting continuation of the item following approval of
phase one of the request , the Planning Director
advised that phases two through five of the proposal
are now open for consideration . He then described the
area involved in the various phases and indicated cur-
rent progress regarding the phase one portion of the
development. Partial fill only had been approved pend-
ing completion of a study of the Green River Valley
proposed drainage system. With the completion of that
study , approval is now requested for additional filling
in order to continue the proposed development . Noting
no committee report , the Planning Director referred the
Commission to a staff report , which recommends approval
of the final phases of the proposed development plan
subject to the conditions previously imposed with regard
to phase one and preservation of areas proposed for
retention as wetlands .
'I
Renton Pldnntn9 CoJitsston
Meeting September 8 , 1976
Page Five
He then read a letter from Leonard Steiner , Conservation
Chairman of the Audubon Society, in opposition and request-
ing a moratorium on filling of land in the Valley into the
record .
The Chairman invited comment from the applicant . Jim
Gordon , representing Burlington Northern , stated that it
is not economical to keep this site in an agricultural
state due to taxes on the property . He indicated areas
already devoted to greenbelts and noted that the City
Council had withheld 39 acres out of their earlier rezone
request for the areas to be preserved for a two year
period to allow them time to possibly acquire the property.
Should this not occur, the land would be rezoned to M-P .
He suggested similar consideration for their fill request .
He advised that the Company has King County Hydraulics
permits and noted the presence of consultants to provide
engineering information .
Queries from the Commission followed concerning the wet-
land areas and conditions established for their acquisition .
It was noted that the City has until February 1978 to exer-
cise its option .
Len Clark of Stevens , Thompson and Runyan , consulting engi -
neers/planners , Seattle , displayed exhibits showing interim
drainage plans utilizing Springbrook Creek .
Ricki Hermes , also of Stevens , Thompson and Runyan , described
the proposed system in detail , noting that the design cri -
teria provided for industrial or commercial development . He
exhibited an aerial photograph dated August 31 , 1976 , and
pointed out filled areas , areas being presently filled , and
areas yet to be filled under this year ' s contract . Areas
proposed for fill were noted . Mr. Gordon then offered to
respond to, questions .
Messrs . Gordon , Hermes and Clark replied to questions
concerning the effect of the proposal on Springbrook Creek ,
availability of fill material , amount of fill used since
approval of phase one , amount of fill material still
remaining , proposed setbacks from Springbrook Creek , provi -
sion for preservation of wetlands , anticipated platting and
development of phase one , and expected construction in the
area . There was further discussion regarding the appropri -
ateness of continuing filling at this time , timeliness for
submittal of a preliminary plat , availability of plans for
circulation and utilities , requirements of City ordinances
regarding improvements , and the applicant ' s desire to
integrate development plans for the entire area .
Comments from the audience were invited , but none were
received . IT WAS THEN
ACTION:
MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY GIST, THAT THE PUBLIC
HEARING BE CONTINUED FOR ONE MONTH AND THAT THE MATTER BE
REFERRED TO THE SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE FOR STUDY AND
REPORT BACK AT THE OCTOBER 13TH PUBLIC HEARING . MOTION
CARRIED .
5 - NEW BUSINESS:
SPECIAL PERMIT:
A. FRIENDS OF YOUTH ; Appl . No . SP-879-76 ; Special Permit
to Operate a Halfway House for up to ° Eight Teenaged
toys in an SR-1 Zone ; property located at 1919 Talbot
Road S .
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting September 8 , 1976 i •
Page Six
The matter was opened for consideration . The location of
the proposed development was cited ; land use in the area
was noted ; and' the site and structure were described .
The planned use was depicted as a halfway house intended
to be utilized by eight residents . Slides , maps , and
aerial photographs of the property and area were viewed .
The Planning Director noted receiving a letter this eve-
ning in opposition from Mrs . Dean Ringer , 1818 Lake Ave . S . ,
Renton , due to the property ' s location in a single family
residential area .
Comment from the applicant was invited by the Chairman .
Don Holm, member of the Board of Directors of the Friends
of Youth , managing agency for the Griffin Home for boys ,
advised that this is an agency to provide a home for
`boys who do not have another place to live . He indicated
a need for some time for a halfway house , where residents
could move out of the structured group living until they
are able to be completely on their own . Financing of
this proposed operation will be through public and private
resources for. a three year period on an experimental basis . •
The proposed facility is close enough to Griffin Home so
that case workers from that facility can be utilized .
Mr . Holm described the proposed residence and advised that
it meets their needs with very little remodeling and has
been inspected by the Fire Department and Building Division
and sponsoring agencies and meets their requirements . Use
of the facility for three years is requested .
Bob Lillie , Executive Director of the Friends of Youth , •
responded to questions concerning provisions for supervi -
sion and counseling , sleeping areas , and anticipated ages
of the residents .
Clyde Carlson , Services Director for the Griffin Home ,
advised concerning the probable social history of the boys
and their need for assistance in integrating into the com-
munity .
Bob Lillie described educational plans , recreational activi -
ties , counseling services , living style , and noted the
history and structure of the Friends of Youth organization
and Griffin Home . He stated that the desire is to develop
a new resource for this kind of need in the community and
that this facility may serve as a model for development of
similar facilities in other areas . Mr . Lillie then dis-
cussed potential impact of the facility on the neighborhood .
He noted previous use of the existing house by the Renton
Area Youth Services and as a nursing home and asked for
consideration of their request .
Staff comments were invited by the Chairman .
The Planning Director stated that in terms of impact on
adjacent properties , the operation and maintenance of the
proposed facility itself is a consideration as well as the
physical plant . He indicated he knew of no specific prob-
lems related to previous operations . From a planning stand-
point , no major impact is noted , although there are concerns
regarding operations and maintenance , screening , and provi -
sion for parking .
Audience comments in favor or opposition were invited by the
Chairman , but none were offered .
September 8, 1976
City of Renton
Planning Department
Re: Glacier Park Company Special Permit to Fill and Grade
Gentlemen:
This area has been discussed at many public hearings and it's value as open
has been testified to many times. A recommendation is still before the
City Council to designate 80 acres of this area as open space.
The City of Renton should declare a moretorium on filling of land in the
valley until that land that has been filled, has been developed. It doesn't
seem to make sense from a planning standpoint to allow filling to continue
on future speculation only. It precludes the use of the land for any other •
purpose. During the next 20 years none of us can predict what the human
land use needs may be. With the oil, problem being what it is we may need
all the agricultural soil we can put into cultivation. The only reason—
these lands are not being farmed is because the farmers were taxed off of
them. That situation could be reversed if the need was great enough.
The State Environmental Policy Act Guidelines states that cities should
identify environmentally sensitive areas under there juristiction. The
value of these areas should be considered on a regional basis as to what
aspects of the ecological community they support. Man cannot continue to
destroy the natural habitat for wildlife and not someday pay for the
consequencies. We as a co-inhabitant of this planet must learn to live with
our natural community rather than continuing to destroy it and create
endangered species or cause extinction.
The marsh area in question is of great value and the area being requested
for fill in this permit helps to support this marsh. The cost of cheap
fill material should not be a consideration for this permit. This land
does not now support any jobs, so employment is not a consideration.
I strongly urge the planning commission to reaffirm the need for open space
in the valley and ask again for the council to change the comprehensive
plan. Also a moratorium should be placed on any more fill in the valley.
OF RF Sincerely,
IVED 0 ‘-4=0.7
Leonard Steiner
'EP 8 1976 Conservation Chairman
9,,W � Seattle Audubon Society
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Renton Planning Commission
Meeting September 8, 1976
Page Three
2 . APPROVAL OF THE STUB-END STREET CONCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY
PROPOSED, PROVIDED THE MINIMUM STREET PAVING WIDTH IS
30 FEET AND THE MAXIMUM LENGTH" IS 120 FEET, AND IS
FURTHER SUBJECT TO FIRE DEPARTMENT APPROVAL OF HYDRANT
LOCATIONS.
3 . APPROVAL OF MAXIMUM 50% LOT COVERAGE LIMIT, WITH
SPECIFIC DESIGNATION BY THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT OF
MAXIMUM SIZE UNIT TO BE PERMITTED ON EACH LOT.
4 . SIDEWALK WIDTHS SHALL BE REDUCED TO 3 1/2 FEET WITH •
NO SIDEWALK WITHIN THE PROPOSED STUB-STREETS .
5. TWO WASHERS AND DRIERS SHALL BE PERMITTED IN THE CLUB-
HOUSE IN LIEU OF THE ORDINANCE REQUIREMENT OF ONE PER
15 MOBILE HOMES .
It was noted that the Mobile Home Park Ordinance grants the
Planning Commission approval authority .
On the question , MOTION CARRIED.
The applicant was apprised of the action taken by the Chair-
man. A recess was declared at 9 : 10 p .m. The meeting was
resumed at 9 : 25 p .m. with all members noted above in attend-
ance .
SPECIAL PERMIT;
B. PUGET WESTERN ; Appl . No . SP-874-76i Special Permit to
H ll ' and Grade in L-1 Zone ; property located adjacent
to and north and south of South Grady Way and between
Springbrook Creek and Oaksdale Ave . S . W.
•
The matter was opened for consideration by the Chairman .
A review of the location , description and size of the site ,
and natural characteristics of the area was provided by
the Planning Director . It was noted that Puget Western has
applications in process for a Shoreline Management permit
and a King County Hydraulics permit .
Applicant comment was invited by the Chairman . Gary Mix ,
Puget Western , Bellevue , reviewed the status of other per-
mits being applied for that are applicable to the proposal .
He stated that the Special Studies Committee report had
been reviewed with them and that they concur .
A brief discussion relating to relevance of the Shoreline
Management Act followed .
The Chairman called for the committee report . Commissioner
Wik , Chairman of the Special Studies Committee , stated that
the site had been visited and the topography noted . Sur-
rounding land characteristics abutting Springbrook Creek
are their primary concern . Natural characteristics of the
site were described , and their recommended conditions for
approval were reviewed .
Discussion ensued with regard to the recommended setback
from Springbrook Creek , effect on the P-1 Channel , runoff
control , and maximum height of fill suggested .
The Chairman invited comments from the audience in favor or
opposition to the application , but none were received . IT
WAS THEN MOVED BY SEHOLES , SECONDED BY WALKER , THAT THE
PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED . MOTION CARRIED .
/"otP' f
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting September 8 , 1976
Page Four
Following further discussion , IT WAS
ACTION:
MOVED BY WALKER, SECONDED BY GIST, THAT THE PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVE THE PUGET WESTERN APPLICATION
FOR SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1 . THE TOE OF THE PROPOSED FILL SHALL MAINTAIN A
MINIMUM THIRTY (30 ' ) FOOT TEMPORARY SETBACK
FROM THE TOP OF THE BANK OF SPRINGBROOK CREEK
UNTIL CONSTRUCTION OF THE P-1 DRAINAGE CHANNEL
PROJECT.
2. THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF THE FILL SHALL BE FIVE
(5 ' ) FEET FROM THE AVERAGE EXISTING GRADE .
3 . THE FILL AREA SHALL BE MAINTAINED IN A SYSTEMATIC
LEVEL POSITION. PILES OF UNLEVELED FILL MATERIAL
SHALL NOT BE PERMITTED .
• r
4 . THE FILL PERMIT SHALL EXTEND FOR A MAXIMUM TWO
YEAR PERIOD AND SHALL EXPIRE ON SEPTEMBER 8,
1978 .
5. ALL SLOPES SHALL BE PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND
HYDRO-SEEDED .
6 . TEMPORARY DRAINAGE FACILITIES SHALL BE APPROVED
BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
7 . ALL TRAFFIC CONTROL OPERATIONS SHALL MEET TRAFFIC
DEPARTMENT APPROVAL .
8 . HOURS OF OPERATION SHALL BE FROM 9 :00 A .M. TO
3:30 P .M.
•
The applicant was advised that he would be contacted
by the Planning staff.
)0?
SPECIAL PERMIT:
C. GLACIER PARK CO . ; Appl . No . SP-822-75 ; Special
Permit to Fill and Grade in M-P/G Zone ; property
located south of existing Mobil and Olympic Petroleum
Distribution Facilities , north of S . W. 43rd St . , and
westerly of East Valley Road .
Staff review of the application was requested by the
Chairman .
Noting continuation of the item following' approval of
phase one of the request , the Planning Director '
advised that phases two through five of the proposal
are now open for consideration . He then described the
area involved in the various phases and indicated cur-
rent progress regarding the phase one portion of the
development. Partial fill only had been approved pend-
ing completion of a study of the Green River Valley
proposed drainage system. With the completion of that
study , approval is now requested for additional filling
in order to continue the proposed development . Noting
no committee report , the Planning Director referred the
Commission to a staff report , which recommends approval
of the final phases of the proposed development plan
subject to the conditions previously imposed with regard
to phase one and preservation of areas proposed for
retention as wetlands .
Renton Planning Cammtsslon
Meeting September 8, 1976
Page Five
1�{- He then read a letter from Leonard Steiner, Conservation
''V Chairman of the Audubon Society, in opposition and request-
ing a moratorium on filling of land in the Valley into the
record .
The Chairman invited comment from the applicant . Jim
Gordon , representing Burlington Northern , stated that it
is not economical to keep this site in an agricultural
state due to taxes on the property . He indicated areas
already devoted to greenbelts and noted that the City
Council had withheld 39 acres out of their earlier rezone
request for the areas to be preserved for a two year
period to allow them time to possibly acquire the property.
Should this not occur , the land would be rezoned to. M-P .
He suggested similar consideration for their fill request .
He advised that the Company has King County Hydraulics
permits and noted the presence of consultants to provide
engineering information .
Queries from the Commission followed concerning the wet-
land areas and conditions established for their acquisition .
It was noted that the City has until February 1978 to exer-
cise its option .
•
Len Clark of Stevens , Thompson and Runyan , consulting engi-
neers/planners , Seattle , displayed exhibits showing interim
drainage plans utilizing Springbrook Creek .
Ricki Hermes , also of Stevens , Thompson and Runyan , described
the proposed system in detail , noting that the design cri -
teria provided for industrial or commercial development. He
exhibited an aerial photograph dated August 31 , 1976 , and
pointed out filled areas , areas being presently filled , and
areas yet to be filled under this year ' s contract . Areas
proposed for fill were noted . Mr. Gordon then offered to
respond to. questions .
Messrs . Gordon , Hermes and Clark replied to questions
concerning the effect of the proposal on Springbrook Creek ,
availability of fill material , amount of fill used since
approval of phase one , amount of fill material still
remaining , proposed setbacks from Springbrook Creek , provi -
sion for preservation of wetlands , anticipated platting and
development of phase one , and expected construction in the
area . There was further discussion regarding the appropri -
ateness of continuing filling at this time , timeliness for
submittal of a preliminary plat , availability of plans for
circulation and utilities , requirements of City ordinances
regarding improvements , and the applicant ' s desire to
integrate development plans for the entire area .
Comments from the audience were invited , but none were
received . IT WAS THEN
ACTION:
MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY GIST, THAT THE PUBLIC
HEARING BE CONTINUED FOR ONE MONTH AND THAT THE MATTER BE
REFERRED TO THE SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE FOR STUDY AND
REPORT BACK AT THE OCTOBER 13TH PUBLIC HEARING . MOTION
CARRIED.
5 - NEW BUSINESS:
SPECIAL PERMIT:
A, FRIENDS OF YOUTH ; Appl . No . SP-879-76 ; Special Permit
to Operate a Halfway House for up to Eight Teenaged
Boys in an SR-1 Zone ; property located at 1919 Talbot
Road S .
. 9k .
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting September 8 , 1976
Page Six
The matter was opened for consideration . The location of
the proposed development was cited ; land use in the area
was noted ; and the site and structure were described .
The planned use was depicted as a halfway house intended
to be utilized by eight residents . Slides , maps , and
aerial photographs of the property and area were viewed .
The Planning Director noted receiving a letter this eve-
ning in opposition from Mrs . Dean Ringer , 1818 Lake Ave . S . ,
Renton , due to the property ' s location in a single family
residential area .
Comment from the applicant was invited by the Chairman .
Don Holm, member of the Board of Directors of the Friends
of Youth , managing agency for the Griffin Home for boys ,
advised that this is an agency to provide a home for
boys who do not have another place to live . He indicated
a need for some time for a halfway house , where residents
could move out of the structured group living until they
are able to be completely on their own . Financing of
this proposed operation will be through public and private
resources for a three year period on an experimental basis .
The proposed facility is close enough to Griffin Home so
that case workers from that facility can be utilized .
Mr . Holm described the proposed residence and advised that
it meets their needs with very little remodeling and has
been inspected by the Fire Department and Building Division
and sponsoring agencies and meets their requirements . Use
of the facility for three years is requested . '
Bob Lillie , Executive Director of the Friends of Youth ,
responded to questions concerning provisions for supervi -
sion and counseling , sleeping areas , and anticipated ages
of the residents .
Clyde Carlson , Services Director for the Griffin Home ,
advised concerning the probable social history of the boys
and their need for assistance in integrating into the com-
munity .
Bob Lillie described educational plans , recreational activi -
ties , counseling services , living style , and noted the
history and structure of the Friends of Youth organization
and Griffin Home . He stated that the desire is to develop
a new resource for this kind of need in the community and
that this facility may serve as a model for development of
similar facilities in other areas. Mr . Lillie then dis-
cussed potential impact of the facility on the neighborhood .
He noted previous use of the existing house by the Renton
Area Youth Services and as a nursing home and asked for
consideration of their request .
Staff comments were invited by the Chairman .
The Planning Director stated that in terms of impact on
adjacent properties , the operation and maintenance of the
proposed facility itself is a consideration as well as the
physical plant . He indicated he knew of no specific prob-
lems related to previous operations . From a planning stand-
point , no major impact is noted , although there are concerns
regarding operations and maintenance , screening , and provi -
sion for parking .
Audience comments in favor or opposition were invited by the
Chairman , but none were offered .
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STAFF REPORT
PAGE TWO
SEPTEMBER 8 , 1976
APPLICATION : SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE , FILE SP-822-75
APPLICANT: GLACIER PARK COMPANY
FINDINGS : 1 . The Commission approved Phase I of the fill
proposal on November 19 , 1975 . This phase
is near completion .
2 . The applicant requests further consideration
of the remaining phases of the fill project
for their 1977 program.
3 . The applicant has agreed to exclude from
the fill request at this time the 20 acre
wetland donation , the 39 acre optional
wetland area , Springbrook Creek together
with a greenbelt on either side of the
Creek , and the proposed P-1 Channel area .
4 . The applicant has also agreed to submit a
revised drainage plan incorporating Spring-
brook Creek in its existing condition as an
integral portion of the plan .
5 . The applicant has also stated that platting
of the property will begin in the near
future , followed by development .
6 . An Environmental Impact Statement was pre-
pared for the entire fill proposal . •
7 . The Comprehensive Plan indicates retention
of Springbrook Creek as a greenbelt area . '
•
DECISION
CONSIDERATIONS : Approval of requested final phases subject to
the conditions of the previous Phase I approval
and further subject to :
1 . Excluding from the fill permit Springbrook
Creek together with the area sixty feet
from both sides of the centerline of the
Springbrook Drainage Channel , the twenty
acre wetland donation area together with
the 39 acre optional wetland area , and the
proposed P-1 Channel area . The sixty foot
setback from the Springbrook Channel center-
line shall be considered for the purposes
of protecting Springbrook Creek from
erosion and siltation of the field opera-
tion , as well as maintaining a greenbelt
on either side of the channel as designated
y1 e ti- i ,in the Comprehensive Plan . T
✓` ,/ requirement shall be temporary and may be .
'-' Z " f� v re-evaluated upon completion of the P-1
drainage channel construction .
2 . Final Planning and Public Works Department
approval of the revised drainage plans
• including Springbrook Creek as an element of
the system .
3 . Submittal of a preliminary plat or suitable
portion thereof within six months of the date
of the subject fill approval .
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.► 0 THE CITY OF RENTON
tO © Z MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98055
n �' °% CHARLES J. DELAURENTI • MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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MEMORANDUM
August 26 , 1976
TO: Files
FROM: Michael Smith
RE: BURLINGTON NORTHERN VALLEY FILL PROJECT
Jim Magstadt and I met today with Jim Gordon , and Don Cowles
of Burlington Northern Railroad to discuss the status of the
Special Permit #SP-822-75 for fill and grade.
We initially reviewed the previous approval and conditions
set forth by the Planning Commission for Phase I . They ex-
plained the progress of the Phase I fill and indicated that
they wanted approval for certain remaining portions for their
1977 program.
They agreed that certain areas will not be included in this
phase of the project. The areas to remain unfilled will
include Springbrook Creek , together with an undetermined
setback on either side , the proposed P-1 channel area , the
20 acre dedicated wetland area , the 39 acre optional wetland
area , and possibly some lateral drainage ways if accurate
location can be determined.
They also stated that they will be platting the property in
the very near future. We agreed that this should be done
as soon as possible, so that proper planning and development
can progress .
They agreed to supply information regarding status of the -
fill project at present, additional areas requiring fill ,
and an alternative drainage plan utilizing Springbrook Creek.
We stated that the request for further consideration of the
Special Permit can be submitted to the Planning Commission .
at. its September 8 , 1976 public hearing .
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CITY OF RENTON, 'WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 3037 .
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON WASHINGTON,
ANDAME44
N MAPS AND DATA DING THE 'INSCCONJUNCTIONET FMOTH PLAN
RELATING TO_.CERTAI LPPRO.PERT.IFS DESCRIBED-.AS.-THE_ . _ - -• _---.-__-. .
"GREEN RIVER VALLEY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN", ALL
LOCATED IN RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON
WHEREAS the Planning Commission of the City of Renton and
the City Council have heretofore adopted and filed a "Comprehensive
PJ4X4xWAW Plan" as evidenced by Resolution No. 1240 and Ordinance No.
2142 and as same has heretofore been amended and implemented from
• time to time, together with the adoption of various codes, reports and
rdcord:,, and
WHEREAS since said adoption the Planning Commission and
ii::; 5taf3 has heretofore held various public hearings and duly recommendecd
to the City Council certain amendments to said City's "Comprehensive
GcaWmtkfix Plan" as •it affects. certain properties hereinafter more
part.i-c:ul.arly described, and ,
WHEREAS the City Council, after publication and notices
provided by law, held a public hearing on such proposed amendment at
it.i t-<:gular meeting on May 17, 1976,, and all persons having been heard •
in oonneetl,,n to :rewith,and
WnEP. AS t i: Ci t', Council has duly determined, after conside:ra-
ti.mn ,f a3l tne, testimony and evidence before it, that it is advisable
and annropriat.. to amend and modify the City's "Comprehensive Ixaamd:
ixacx Flan" and snot. amendment being in the public interest and for the
.ULil.: benefit, now therefore
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON DO ORDAIN
;\. OLLUWS:
SECTION I: The aforestated findings and recitals are hereby
found to be true and correct in all respects.
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SECTION I!: The city of Dautou'a "Comprehensive. Jpgmmxidmm
Plan", maps, data and reports in conjunction tberevitb, .are berrt-y
'
modified and amended" pursuant to the public hearings held in connection
thmnewlthao b'er=i uabuve_sIyec'ifieare2atiu&
-lq.:the-following -des-cribed- ��
properties generally known as the "Green Diver Valley Planning Area"
and described as follows:
That certain parcel of property, the Southerly boundary
of which is S.W. 43rd Street, the westerly boundary be-
boundary
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'eing8iacb River and the Railroad tracks, and
the =aut�rly boundary being Hardie %,W. , Rainier Avenue �
3, , the base of Talbot Hill and OB 167 (Valley yreaway)
all situated in Renton, King County, uaobioQtu�.
and all as more particularly described by the attached Exhibit, labeled '
Exhibit "8" which is incorporated herein and made = part hereof as if
fully set forth. ^
SECTION III. The Planning Department *xdo%kmuRu)xj:kmsUGi�&
m18?1&R2pmxk is -hereby authorized and directed to make the necessary
changes on said city`u "Comprehensive km1kduQm%xp1an'1 and the maps in ^
conjunction therewith to evidence the aforedesnriued amendment. `
uFCrIUn IV: The City Clerk is hereby authorized arid i
to file tbio Ordinance as provided by law, and a complete copy i
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Affidavit of Publication
STATE OF WASHINGTON
COUNTY OF KING ss.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
RENTON PLANNING
ar.b.are C�tripA.cna being first duly sworn on COMMISSION
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RENTON,WASHINGTON
A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE
oath,deposes and says that c h e is the chief clerk of HELD BY THE RENTON PLAN-
NING COMMISSION AT ITS REG-
THE RENTON RECORD-CHRONICLE, a newspaper published four(4) ULAR MEETING IN THE dOUNCIL
times a week.That said newspaper is a legal newspaper and it is now and CHAMBERS, CITY HALL.
has been for more than six months prior to the date of publication referred RENTON,•WASHINGTON, ON
to, printed and published in the English language continually as a news- MAY 26, 1976, AT 8.00 PM. TO
paper published four(4)times a week in Kent,King County,Washington, •CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING
and it is now and during all of said time was printed in an office maintained PETITIONS:
at the aforesaid place of publication of said newspaper.That the Renton 1. REZONE FROM G TO R-2,
Record-Chronicle has been approved as a legal newspaper by order of the file No. R-862-76; property
Superior Court of the County in which it is published,to-wit,King County, located on the east side of Park
Ave. N.'plus or minus 100 feet
Washington.That the annexed is a Notice of Public ' north ofN.30►hSt. •
2.SPECIAL PERMIT TO CON- .
h earin Renton PlanningCommission - C APARTMENT
Ale/wings COMPLEX.(4-plea) IN R2
ZONE, file No.•SP-863.76;
property located on the SE corn-
...Petit ions as it was published in regular issues(and er of Meadow Ave.N.and N.3rd .
not in supplement form of said newspaper) once each issue for a period St. -
3.•SITE APPROVAL FOR •A
' WAREHOUSE IN AN M-P
of one ZONE, file No. SA-868 76;
consecutive issues,commencing on the property located on the east side .
a.P
LL 76
of Lind Ave. S.W.:across from
day of f ,19 ,and ending the SW.10th 4. WAIVER tOF OFF-SITE IM-
PROVEMENTS FOR A FOUR'
LOT SHORT PLAT IN A G-7200
day of ZONE, FILE No: W-867-76:•
1 ,19 both dates property located on the east side
inclusive, and that such newspaper was regularly distributed to its sub- of Jones Ave.N.E.plus or minus
scribers during all of said period. That the full amount of the fee 100 feet north of N.E.24th St.
Legal descriptions of•all ap-
plicationschar charged for the foregoing 19.98 noted above on file in the
g g g publication is the sum of $ , which Renton Planning Department.
has been paid in full at the rate of per folio of one hundred words for the ALL INTERESTED PERSONS
first insertion and per folio of one hundred words for each subsequent TO SAID PETITIONS ARE INVITED
insertion. -
f TO BE PRESENT AT THE PLAN-
7 / t NINGRE COMMIS1976SION MEETIP.M.NG ON TO
C.�--t,;,4,,c,.. _,.a,_,. rt- .,�v MAY 26,
^T EXPSS THEIR AT OP8:00INIONS.
chief cler JOSEc SECRETARY
RENTON PLANNING
COMMISSION
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 16 day of Published in t Record
Chronicle May 16the,1976Ren.on R3789.
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Notary Public in and for the State of Washington,
residing at Kent, King County.
— Passed by the Legislature,1955,known as Senate Bill 281,effective June
9th, 1955.
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• TO: Honorable C. J. Delaurenti, Mayor
and Members of the City Council
• FROM: ' Planning and Development Committee
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RE: GREEN RIVER VALLEY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
It is the recommendation of the Planning and Development .
Committee that the Green River Valley Comprehensive Plan
be adopted as recommended by the Planning. Commission with
the following amendments:
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' PAGE FIGURE AMENDMENTS .
9 2 Reduce the 80 acre Greenbelt located
southeast of Longacres Race Track to
approximately 59 acres in area and '
redesignate remaining 21 acres Manu�
facturing Park:
9 2 Replace the Greenbelt designation for
area commonly known as the "Scarsella
Pond" with Manufacturing Park.
9 2 • Add Springbrook Creek (forty foot
• right-of-way) as a Drainage Channel
and Greenbelt from S .W. 43rd Street
to the P-9 Channel. ,
10 3 . Add a north-south arterial commonly .
referred to as "Oaksdale" from S.W.
43rd Street to Empire Way (Sunset
Boulevard) located east of Longacres
and west of the drainage channel .
Honorable C. J. Delaurenti , Mayor
and Members of the City Council
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10 3 Upgrade the . east-west collector which
is to connect the East Valley Highway
to Strander Boulevard to an arterial .
10 3 Delete .the freeway interchange and
collector between FAI-405 and S.W.
43rd Street and east of East Valley
Highway.
10. 3 Delete Lind as an- arterial north of •
S.W. 7th Street.-
Respectfully submitted,
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urge . Perry, Chair;r
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March 16, 1976
TO: George Perry, Chairman
Council Planning and Development Committee
William Grant, Member •
Robert McB.eth , Member
FROM: Clark Teegarden, Chairman
• Planning Commission Land Use Committee
RE : LOCATION OF ADDITIONAL 21 ACRES OF WETLANDS
The Planning Commission was requested by the City
Council ' s Planning and Development Committee to
analyze wetlands in the Green River Valley area to
determine the location of an additional 21 •acres
for preservation. This acreage represents the__ _ _ _ .
difference between the Planning Commission ' s 80
acre wetland recommendation , as part of the Compre-
hensive Plan in the Valley, and the 59 acres the -
City Council has agreed- to acquire.
The recommendation of the Planning Commission Land
Use Committee is to preserve a 60 foot right-of-way
area from the centerline of the Springbrook Drainage
Channel for a total of 120 feet. This area shall
run from S . W. 43rd Street north- to the southern
boundary of the designated 59 acres and will comprise
approximately 15 acres of wetlands . The committee
also recommends that an additional 6 acres be
acquired around the existing pond on the northeast
corner of the industrial area . (Note attached map. )
The design of the drainage system, along with the
existing Springbrook Drainage Channel , will provide
a continuous supply of water to the 59 acres ; and an
overflow will be pumped into the adjacent P- 1 Channel .
This process will provide for a continuous flow of
water from Springbrook Creek to the P-1 Channel .
Bridges , culverts , and track lines would be permitted
Council Planning and Development Committee
March 16, 1976
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to cross the Springbrook Creek to maintain a required
circulation pattern for .the ind.ustrial. area._.. The
existing Springbrook --channel—cons-fsts- of -approximately
a 40 foot right-of-way that is under the public owner-
ship of Drainage District No. 1 . The bottom -elevation
of the Springbrook Creek at S. W. 43rd is only approxi -
mately one to' one and a half feet higher -tha-n the -
bottom of the proposed Soil Conservation Service
channel at this point. The above recommendation , along
with the 59 acres , should provide an excellent wetland
source for the many existing waterfowl and bird popula-
tion that inhabit these areas . The Council ' s action
in achieving this purpose is to be commended and will be
appreciated by future generations , who will be able
to observe first hand an ecological environment that
otherwise would diminish with man ' s increasing develop-
ment.
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A y o OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY• RENTON,WASHINGTON
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O Q' GERARD M.SHELLAN,CITY ATTORNEY LAWRENCE J.WARREN, ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
SATED SEP1twe January 27, 1976
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Mr. George Perry, Chairman JAN 28 Tgtg
Community Duvelopment Committee
Renton City Hall Renton, Washington 93055
Gent lemen:
We have received on Monday afternoon the proposed Donation Deed
• from the Glacier Park Company together with the accompanying
memorandum.
We have re-written the proposed deed, copy enclosed, and you will
note the changes made as indicated by the underlined portions
thereof. The correct legal description, of course, should be
inserted. T
We would also suggest, since Grantor is conveying by means of
a Quit Claim Deed, that the City secure title insurance for the
property to be sure it does not contain any other encumbrances
or limitations other than those imposed by the deed itself.
You will note that there are no warranties in this proposed •
conveyance.
As far as the memorandum is concerned, it probably would be
helpful to indicate that the 110 acre project is not confined
to the boundaries of the City of Renton but covers the larger
Green River Valley area. This should be done for clarification
purposes.
Furthermore', the proposed Rezoning Ordinance should be amended so
as to delete the 20 acres herein conveyed from its rezoning to
N-P. Therefore we would suggest that the matter be referred back
to the Legislation Cormittee for that purpose.
If we can be of any further assistance to you in this matter,
please advise.
We remain
Very truly yours,
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am=rd l f Shell an
cc: William Grant aid Robert NcBeth
QUIT CLAIM DEED
GRANTOR, GLACIER PARK COMPANY, a corporation of the State of
Minnesota, does by these presents, donate, convey, grant and quit
claim unto the CITY OF RENTON, a municipal corporation, under the
terms and conditions as hereinafter set out the following described
property in King County, Washington:
INSERT APPROPRIATE LEGAL DESCRIPTION
SUBJECT TO A RESERVATION to Grantor of all coal, oil, gas
casinghead gas and all ores and minerals of every kind and
nature underlying the surface of the premises, together with
the full right, privilege and license at any and all times
to explore, or drill for and to protect, conserve, mine, take,
remove and market any and all such products in any manner
which will not' 'damage 'or disturb 'structures 'and 'other
improvements 'and Grantor to 'restore' 'the 'premises to substantially
the same condition existing immediately 'prior 'to 'any such
exploration or drilling.
The grant and donation of the hereinabove described land is for
the purpose, among others, of assisting the sponsors of the Green
River Flood Control Zone District , of which the City of Renton is
a co-sponsor under resolution of the City Council dated June 12, 1974,
to purchase in title or perpetual easement and maintain in public
control during the life of the Green River Flood Control Zone projects
at least 110 acres of suitable wetland habitat at locations approved
by the U. S. Soil Conservation Service and the Washington State
Department of Game.
The Grantor specifically provides that the City of Renton may
use this land for wetland or wildlife habitat or other "Open Space"
or greenbelt purposes, or if other lands may be more suitable, then
the Grantee shall have the absolute right, without further notice to
or approval by. Grantor, to sell, trade, exchange, encumber or pledge,
in whole or in part , any of such lands as may be expedient, prudent
or necessary as determined by Grantee, including the right to secure
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funds to acquire such other wetland, wildlife habitats or "open
space" lands within the total project area as will meet the approval
of the U. S. Soil Conservation Service and the Washington State •
Department of Game, or shall be determined suitable by the City of
Renton for the preservation of wetland or wildlife habitats and
for the continued operation and maintenance thereof.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, said corporation has caused this instrument
to be executed by its proper officers and its corporate seal to be
hereunto affixed this day of , 1976.
GLACIER PARK COMPANY
By '
Vice President
By
Secretary
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STATE OF MINNESOTA )
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COUNTY OF RAMSEY )
On this ' day of . .. .. .. . , 1976, before me
personally appeared and
to me known to be Vice President and Secretary of the corporation
that executed the within and foregoing instrument and acknowledged said
instrument to be the free and voluntary act and deed of said corporation
for the uses and purposes therein mentioned and on oath stated that they
were authorized to execute the said instrument and that the seal affixed
is the corporate seal of said corporation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my
official seal the day and year first above written.
• Notary Public in and for the State of
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January 23 , 1976
TO : Gerard Shellan , City Attorney
FROM: Gordon Y . Ericksen, Planning Director
RE : Proposed Memorandum of Agreement and
Donation Deed by Burlington Northern
re. Twenty Acre Wetland Wildlife
Habitat Land Area
The attached Memorandum of Agreement and Donation
Deed has been reviewed by the Council Community
Development Committee . In addition , the legal
description has been checked and verified by the
Public Works Department . Proposed changes are
noted in red . With the .changes noted , the Com-
mittee feels these documents would be acceptable .
Your review and comments were requested .
Attachments
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Memorandum agreement by and between the CITY OF RENTON, a municipal corpo-
ration of the State of Washington, hereinafter called the City, and BURLINGTON
NORTHERN INC., a Delaware corporation, and its wholly-owned subsidiary company,
GLACIER PARK COMPANY, a Minnesota corporation, hereinafter jointly called B.N.
Whereas, City has heretofore adopted a resolution dated.June 12, 1974,
as a co-sponsoring local organization of the Green River Flood Control Zone
District, which provides that the City will with the other sponsors:
1. Purchase in title or perpetual easement and maintain in public
control during the life of the projects at least 110 acres of
suitable wetland habitat at locations approved by the Soil Con-
servation Service and the Washington State Department of Game.
2. In granting commercial-industrial development permits within
the Green River Flood Control Zone District require:
(a) a landscape development plan that will provide reasonable •
consideration for wildlife and aesthetic values (environ-
mental quality) for the area planned for buildings and
parking lots;
(b) a significant portion (not less than two percent) of the
land involved be designated and commerce-industry managed
for the life of the project to produce wildlife habitat
for species best suited to site, conditions and location;
(c) all land not needed or used for other purposes be planned
and managed for wildlife open-space until such time as it
is utilized in additional developments;
3. With Soil Conservation Service assistance, preserve or replace existing
wildlife habitat along affected channels.
4. With Soil Conservation Service assistance, provide fish passage through
structural measures where deemed necessary by the Service and the Wash-
ington State Department of Fisheries.
5. Adopt and enforce a land use plan (policy) consistent with the regional
land use policy of the Puget Sound Governmental Conference or the Re+.;ional
Planning Authority having jurisdiction before Public Law 566 funds arc
expended on any part of an inter-dependent system.
B.N. and City desire to enhance and further wildlife habitat development
in the District.
B.N. has previously indicated it would dedicate for compliance with Section
2b, 20 acres of land,aid wCu1d _i t nc•rr.+c wn it rl
� be commerce-industry
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B.N. has indicated its willingness to deed such land to the City for
furtherance of wildlife habitat purposes. B.N. proposes the City may sell,
pledge, encumber or mortgage said land to obtain other lands for this purpose.
In tho event said lands shall Ue sa committed, then B.N. shall be reliovod
of the obligation to manage said lands_
B.N. and City are aware that the drainage work contemplated in the Green
River Flood Control Zone District may not be done under the auspices of that
project. The dedication of the 20 acres proposed herein shall nevertheless .
be used for enhancement and development of wildlife habitats and may be sold
for use for other than as a wildlife habitat provided the funds so received in
sale or sales shall be used for wildlife habitat purposes.
DONATION DEED
Donor, GLACIER PARK COMPANY, a corporation of the State of Minnesota, does,
by these presents, donate, convey and quitclaim to the CITY OF RENTON, a municipal
corporation, under terms and conditions as hereinafter set out the following
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described property in King County, Washington:
• All those portions of Government Lot 9 and of the Southeast Quarter of
the Northeast Quarter of Section 25, Township 23, Range 4 E.W.M. ,
described as follows:
Beginning at a point 20 feet west of the east line of Government
Lot 9 and 4,24@will4 feet south of the north line;
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Thence North 88°24'48" West 1029.43 feet more or less to a point 300
feet east of the west line of Government Lot 9;
Thence southAon a line parallel to and 300 feet east of the west
line of Government Lot 9 and the west line of the Southeast Quarter
of the Northeast Quarter of Section 25 444►:9. feet;
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Thence South 88°24'48" East &3i-&l feet more or less to a point
20 feet west .of the east line of said Southeast Quarter Northeast
Quarter. •
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Thence north r4r9 feet to place of beginning.
SUBJECT TO A RESERVATION to Donor of all coal, oil, gas, casinghead
gas and all ores and minerals of every kind and nature underlying the
surface of the premises, together with the full right, privilege and
license at any and all times to explore or drill for and to protect,
conserve, mine, take, remove and market any and all such products in
any manner which will not damage structures on the surface of the
premises.
The donation of the hereinabove described land is for the purpose of assisting
the sponsors of the Green River Flood Control Zone District, of which the City
of Renton is a co-sponsor under resolution of the City Council dated June 12,
1974, to purchase in title or perpetual easement and maintain in public control
during the life of the Green River Flood .Control Zone projects at least 110
acres of suitable wetland habitat at locations approved by the U. S. Soil
Conservation Service and the Washington State Department of Game.
The Donor specifically provides that the City of Renton may use this land
for wetland or wildlife habitat , or if other lands may be more suitable, then the
lands may be sold, traded, encumbered or pledged as may be expedient, prudent or •
necessary to secure funds to acquire such other wetland1habitats within the
total project area as will meet the approval of the U. S. Soil Conservation
Service and the Washington State Department of Game, or shall be determined
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- suitable by the City of Renton for the preservation of wetland or wildlife
• habitats and for the continued operation and maintenance thereof.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, said Corporation has caused this instrument to be
executed by its proper officers and its corporate seal to be hereunto affixed
this day of , 1976.
GLACIER PARK COMPANY
By
Vice President
Attest:
Secretary
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
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County of Ramsey ) •
On this day of , 1976, before me personally
appeared and
to me known to be Vice President and Secretary of the corporation that
executed the within and foregoing instrument and acknowledged said instrument to
be the free and voluntary act and deed of said corporation for the uses and pur-
poses therein mentioned and on oath stated that they were authorized to execute
the said instrument and that the seal affixed is the corporate seal of said
corporation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my official
seal the day and year first above written.
Notary Public in and for the State of Minnesota,
residing at
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D � AVERY GARRETT,MAYOR • PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Warren C.Gonnason, Director
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• January 12, 1976
Honorable Avery Garrett, Mayor �
Members of the City Council `Jq,' 13•
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SUBJECT: Status Report ref. SW 43rd (South 180th) Street, y
East Valley Road to West Valley Road �y
(EDA/EAA Funding) Renton/Kent Joint Project �'' �4C
bZPA RTMCc.
Gentlemen:
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On September 29, 1975, we -notified you that this proposed 3-lane
street improvement project had been selected by the State Economic
Assistance Authority (EAA) as a recommended project for Federal
Economic Development Administration (EDA) funding. Subsequently,
we finalized the arrangements for acceptance of an EAA Loan ($87,000)
which is a mandatory requirement to enable us to negotiate for the
major federal EDA Grant ($348,000) .
As the next step in the development process, we made a presentation
to EDA on Tuesday, January 6, 1976, at which the project was
explained and reviewed in terms of its eligibility and suitability
for EDA funding. The EDA conference representatives approved the
basic project and recommended that the two cities proceed with
the Final Application phase.
This Final Application process involves considerable negotiation
with the owners of properties adjacent to the project, to obtain
details of proposed development or expansion which will create
permanent jobs in the private sector. EDA funding grants are
based on this "economic" justification, and are intended for use
on improvements which stimulate or assist the local economy.
Additionally, the federal agency requires extensive civil rights and
affirmative action certifications by property-owners if businesses
are involved.
It is estimated that this final application process will take several
months to accomplish, but a construction schedule in late-summer of
1976 is considered to be feasible provided that the EDA grant is
awarded.
In accordance with the joint Renton/Kent Council Committees'
expressed preference for a five-lane roadway configuration, we
Honorable Avery Garrett, Mayor
Members of the City Council
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January 12, 1976
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are working on the formation of an LID as the first step in arranging
to build a five-lane section between the East Valley Road and the
Springbrook Creek Bridge. The two extra lanes are not eligible
for the EDA funding discussed above. Additional funding sources
would still have to be identified to complement the LID portion of
the 2-lane construction cost. '
Sincerely,
Warren C. Gonnason, P.E.
Public Works Director
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cc: D. Cowles, Burlington Northern
G. Ulett, Kent
C. Ede, CPSEDD
G. Marshall, Finance
W. Bennett, Util. 4 Inv. Supervisor
G. Shellan, City Attorney
G. Ericksen, Planning Director/
BURLINGTON NORTHERN
820 Central Building
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND Seattle, Washington 98104
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT Telephone (206) 624-1900
Mr. Gerard M. Shellan January 5, 1976
City Attorney
City of Renton
Renton, Washington 98055
Dear Mr. Shellan:
Please refer to the proposed rezoning of certain Glacier Park Company
property as set out in your memorandum to P1r. Ericksen of December 23.
There is enclosed herewith a copy of the legal description of the 20
acres of land which Glacier Park Company proposed be deeded to the
City. We will proceed with drafting the proposed donation deed in
form satisfactory to all concerned at the earliest possible date.
In the meantime, however, the description of the premises set out on
the attached statement should be removed from the area proposed to
be rezoned.
Very truly yours, •
J. J. Gordon
Manager - Property Management
By:
R. M. Boyd
Assistant Manager
Property Management
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City of Renton
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All those portions of Government Lot 9 and of the Southeast Quarter of
the Northeast Quarter of Section 25, Township 23, Range 4 E.W.M. , described
as follows:
Beginning at a point 20 feet west of the -east line of Government Lot 9
and 1254.20 feet south •of the north line; • • •
Thence North 88°24'48" West 1029.43 feet more or less to a .point 300
feet east of the west line of Government Lot 9; • -
Thence south 1°01'49" West on a line parallel to and 300 feet east of
the west line of Government Lot 9 and the west line of the Southeast Quarter
of the Northeast Quarter of Section 25 845.23 feet; . •
Thence South 88°24'48" East 1031.55 feet more or less to a point 20 feet
west of the east line of said Southeast Quarter Northeast Quarter.
Thence north 0°49'10" East 845.19 feet to place of beginning.
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RENTON! CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
December 22 , 1975 Municipal Building
Monday , 8: 00 P . M. Council Chacfibers.
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Avery Garrett, presiding, led the Pledge of Allegiance and
called the meeting to order.
ROLL CALL OF CHARLES DELAURENTI, Council President; HENRY M. SCHELLERT, WILLIAM J.
COUNCIL GRANT, KENNETH D. BRUCE, EARL CLYMER, RICHARD M. STREDICKE, AND
GEORGE J. PERRY.
PRESS IN Mary Wilbert Smith, Editor, Greater Renton News; Eric Pryne, News
ATTENDANCE Editor, Renton Record Chronicle.
CITY OFFICIALS IN AVERY GARRETT, Mayor; GWEN MARSHALL, Finance Director; MAXINE MOTOR,
ATTENDANCE Deputy City Clerk; G. M. SHELLAN, City Attorney; WARREN GONNASON,
Public Works Director; GORDON Y. ERICKSEN, Planning Director; DON
STARK, Administrative Assistant; SHARON GREEN, Personnel Director;
HUGH DARBY, Police Chief; ROBERT HUGHES, Legislative Aide; GENE
COULON, Park Director; ED TORKELSON, Data Processing Director;
VERN CHURCH, Purchasing Agent; VIC TeGANTVOORT, Street Superintendent;
MINUTE APPROVAL MOVED BY DELAURENTI, SECONDED BY PERRY, THAT THE MINUTES OF DECEMBER 15,
12/15/75 MEETING 1975 BE APPROVED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED.
Presentation of Mayor Garrett presented City of Renton Award for meritorious service
Award - Ethel Telban to Ethel Telban, 508 Cedar Ave. S. , for her ten years of service to
the community as a member of the Municipal Arts Commission. Miss
Telban retired from the Commission recently.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and
Saturday Market published, Mayor Garrett opened the Hearing to consider the creation
of a Saturday Market. Councilman Stredicke presented memo regarding
research done by the Association of Washington Cities, who indicated
that his research in Washington had been unsuccessful , however, had
requested information from the former community development coordi-
nator from Yakima, now working in Burlington, Iowa, as this city
has a successful public market. Since there were no comments from
the audience, it was MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY BRUCE, THAT THE
PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED..
PUBLIC MEETING This being the date set for a Public Meeting with property owners
Talbot Hill Area and for comments from the public, Mayor Garrett opened the meeting.
Water Reservoir Letter from Delores Mead, City Clerk, advised that Council will need
10% Letter of to determine whether to accept the letter of intent; require adoption
Intent of the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and pre-existing bonded
Meeting Continued indebtedness; and authorize circulation of the 75% petition. Upon
to January 5, 1976 inquiry, Planning Director Ericksen stated that the proposed annexa-
tion was city-initiated at request of the Public Works Department that the
Washington Natural Gas Co. property, part of the Talbot Hill Island, was
about 62 acres. Upon inquiry from Councilman Schellert, Mr. Flaherty,
Washington Natural Gas Co. representative, agreed that they were
willing to assume the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and pre-
existing bonded indebtedness. City Attorney Shellan cautioned the
Council regarding an agreement entered into with Water District No. 78
that there would be no piece-meal annexation within the water district
and said this point should be investigated before proceeding with
authorization to circulate the 75% petition. After some further dis-
cussion about the 1962 agreement with the water district and request
by Council for the City Attorney and the Public Works Department
to investigate the agreement, it was MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY
CLYMER, TO CONTINUE THE MEETING TO JANUARY 5, 1976. . MOTION CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Letter from Terry L. Bartley, President, Local 21R of the American
Local 21R Employee Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees, requested dis-
Layoffs cussion with Council regarding recent layoffs of Union employees
with the Union's attorney, Mr. Larry Couture. Upon invitation from
Mayor Garrett, Mr. Couture, of Gelman and Couture, 828 American
Federal Bldg. , Tacoma, said that the issue involved the layoff of
four 21R members in balancing the 1976 Budget, while part-time and
CETA employees are budgeted through September, 1976 and requested
the City to enter into negotiations with 21R as soon as possible to
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12/22/75 - Page 2
CORRESPONDENCE (Continued)
Local 21R ' resolve which full-time employees are going to be terminated, and
mentioned possible violation of Federal rulings regarding CETA
employees, and the Open Meeting Act, especially in the manner in
which the Union employees were terminated.
Bid Opening Deputy City Clerk Motor reported bid opening of December 18, 1975
Talbot Hill Reser- for 5 MG Talbot Hill Reservoir with ten bidders responding; with
voir apparent low bidder, Calhoun Construction Co. , Kent, with bids of
$904,681 .31 and alternate of $875,125.74 excluding tax. MOVED BY
STREDICKE, SECONDED BY SCHELLERT THAT THE BIDS BE REFERRED TO THE
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED.
City Purchase of Letter from Parks and Recreation Director Coulon requested approval
Seattle City Light of purchase of property located in the vicinity of the Cedar River
Property - 1911 Park complex, selling price of $75,500, with the recommendation of
Maple Valley High- the Park Board that the City Council approve the purchase of this
way property on a time purchase contract to be submitted for Council
approval . Upon inquiry by Councilman Grant, Mr. Coulon said the
intent of acquiring the property was to move the Park office to
this facility, there was 1/2 acre of ground involved including a
house and another building which has about 600 square feet. It
was MOVED BY GRANT, SECONDED BY CLYMER, THAT THIS REQUEST BE
REFERRED TO THE FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE. After some further
discussion, the MOTION CARRIED.
Donations from Letter from Terry L. Bartley, President, Local 21R, reported approval
Local 21R of membership to donate $100 to the Employees' Christmas Basket Pro-
gram for the needy families in the area, and also $100 to the Maple
Valley Flood Relief to help the victims of the Cedar River flood.
Councilman Clymer commended the City employees for their actions.
Legal Publication Letter from Councilman Stredicke recommended reconsideration of
Bid Revision the Bid Award for legal publications for 1976 awarded at Council
meeting of 12/15/75 and that after review with the City Clerk's
Office, the bid award be changed from 6-point type to 8-point type
at $3.33 per column inch. He noted 15% increase over the rates
for 1975. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY STREDICKE, THAT WE CON- '
CUR IN THE RECOMMENDATION AND RESCIND THE ACTION AWARDING THE BID
LAST WEEK. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY DELAURENTI , SECONDED BY
STREDICKE, THAT COUNCIL ACCEPT THE 8-POINT TYPE AT $3.33 PER COLUMN
INCH. MOTION CARRIED.
Joint July 4, 1976 Letter from John M. Long, Chairman, Kent Bicentennial Committee,
Fireworks Display proposed that Renton join the Green River Valley Communities and
Bicentennial the immediate adjacent communities in pooling their resources and
Celebration respective talents in presenting a mammoth fireworks display for
all of the citizens as a special Bicentennial celebration. The
letter cited as reasons for this proposal the funding of the project;
additional cost of fire and police protection and cleanup and
offered their old sewerage treatment ponds to serve as the fire-
works launching site, 220th and West Valley Highway. Invitation
was extended to a presentation to be made January 15, 1976 by
Mr. Roger Pearsall of the Red Devil Fireworks Co. in the Kent
Council Chambers at 8:00 P.M. Councilman Stredicke remarked that
these joint projects always meant our citizens going to another
City and that this matter had been discussed with the Renton Bicen-
tennial Commission and the Renton Shopping Center. MOVED BY
STREDICKE, SECONDED BY CLYMER, THAT THIS COMMUNICATION BE REFERRED
TO THE RENTON BICENTENNIAL COMMISSION. MOTION CARRIED.
4 Rezone of B-N Letter from Leonard Steiner, Conservation Chairman, Seattle Audubon
Property South & Society, questioned decision of the Planning Commission recommenda-
East of Longacres tion to rezone the 80 acre parcel belonging to Burlington Northern
(See later action) to Industrial when only a few months ago, it had recommended the
property be placed in Open Space; also questioning the railroad's
receiving industrial land prices for swamp land and requested the
City Council not rezone this 80 acre marsh, citing need for room
for wild inhabitants. Upon inquiry by Councilmen Stredicke and
Grant as to the status of the parcel of land in question, Planning
Renton City Council
12/22/75 - Page 3
CORRESPONDENCE (Continued)
Rezone of B-N ' Director Ericksen explained that the fill permit granted did not
Property include this 80 acre parcel , but that there was a pending applica-
(Glacier Park) tion to fill the .entire site with the exception of the 20 acres
that Burlington Northern was going to deed to the City and legal
description for the property given to the City could be obtained
to incorporate in the ordinance. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY
GRANT, TO REFER THE MATTER TO THE LEGISLATION COMMITTEE AND THE
CITY ATTORNEY AND THAT THE 80 ACRE SITE BE ELIMINATED FROM ANY
FILL OR REZONE REQUEST UNTIL A LEGAL DESCRIPTION HAS BEEN DRAWN UP.
`MOTION CARRIED.
Executive Session MOVED BY DELAURENTI, SECONDED BY STREDICKE, COUNCIL RECESS AND CON-
VENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS THE BOEING LEASE. CARRIED.
Council recessed at 8:15 P.M. and reconvened at 9:05 P.M. with all
Councilmen present.
APPOINTMENTS Letter from Mayor Garrett appointed William Stephen Hall to the
William S. Hall position of Patrolman in the Renton Police Department to occupy
Police Patrolman the new position established in the 1976 Budget to become effective
Effective 1/1/76 January 1 , 1976, subject to the six-month probationary period.
MOVED BY DELAURENTI, SECONDED BY SCHELLERT, THE COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE APPOINTMENT. MOTION CARRIED.
Pro Tem Judges Letter from Mayor Garrett requested concurrence in the reappointment
Municipal Court of Robert Anderson, 111 Williams Ave. S. ; Hugh Carney, 311 Morris Ave. S. ;
R. Anderson, Hugh Richard Conrad, Evergreen Bldg. ; Wyman Dobson, 229 Williams Ave. S. ;
Carney, R. Conrad, Roger Lewis, 100 S. 2nd St. Bldg. ; and Robert McBeth, 505-B S. 3rd St. ,
W. Dobson, R. Lewis as pro tem judges in the Municipal Court, the terms to run through
and R. McBeth January 12, 1976. MOVED BY GRANT, SECONDED BY PERRY, THAT THESE
APPOINTMENTS BE REFERRED TO THE FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE.
GRANT MOVED TO AMEND THE MOTION, SECONDED BY STREDICKE, TO REFER THE
WHOLE MATTER OF THE MUNICIPAL COURT TO THE FINANCE AND PERSONNEL
COMMITTEE. AMENDMENT CARRIED. ORIGINAL MOTION CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Delaurenti remarked that Council needed direction
Meeting with regarding the presentation by Local 21R and requested that the Mayor,
Local 21R Finance Director and the City Attorney arrange a meeting with Local
21R representatives and their attorney to discuss the matter.
New Meeting Night Council President Delaurenti announced that it would be necessary
for Committee of the to set a new meeting night for Committee of the Whole meetings as
Whole - Second the District Court wanted the Council Chambers every Thursday night
Tuesday of Month and if there were no objections, suggested the second Tuesday of
the month and change of ordinance to that effect. MOVED BY DELAURENTI,
SECONDED BY SCHELLERT, THAT THE MATTER OF THE MEETING NIGHT OF THE
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE BE REFERRED TO THE LEGISLATION COMMITTEE FOR
PROPER LEGISLATION. MOTION CARRIED.
Renton Kiwanis Club Airport Committee Chairman Stredicke presented report which recommended
Air Park acceptance of plans for the Renton Kiwanis Club's Air Park on the N.E.
corner of Rainier and Airport Way; plans were drawn by the City's
Planning Dept. and all funds expended will be by the Kiwanis Club
excepting annual maintenance once the park is completed. The report
recommended referral to the Park Board. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED-
BY CLYMER, THAT THE COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE AIR-
PORT COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED.
Maintenance for Airport Committee report noted the Airport Director had worked up
Renton Municipal a program of maintenance for the Renton Municipal Airport as there
Airport had been no schedule for timely maintenance work provided in the past.
and due to current Boeing negotiations which include maintenance,.
a document was preparaland recommended for acceptance by the Aviation
Committee. The report recommended concurrence of this program with
reports to be held on file with the City Clerk and the Airport Direc-
tor. MOVED BY BRUCE, SECONDED BY GRANT, THAT COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
RECOMMENDATION OF THE AIRPORT COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED.
Boeing Leases Councilman Stredicke requested the City Council to authorize the
City Attorney to reduce the agreements writing and finalize the
leases before meeting with Bob Morgan, Boeing, and the Boeing attorney.
MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY BRUCE TO CONCUR IN THE RECOMMENDATION
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Renton City Council
12/22/75 - Page 4
OLD BUSINESS (Continued)
OF THE AVIATION COMMITTEE AND REFER TO THE CITY ATTORNEY. CARRIED.
Housing & Community Councilman Stredicke reported he had met with the King County
Development Housing and Community Development and the City of Renton was way
down on the list from unincorporated areas for things to be done.
We are hoping that the City's interjurisdictional fund will be
approved by the King County Staff within the next two weeks.
Councilman Clymer observed the Community Services Committee had
met with the Chamber of Commerce on Community Development projects
and the Chamber would like to meet with the whole Council .
Glacier Park Rezone Councilman Clymer asked that Councilman Stredicke's motion on the
Ordinance Glacier Park Rezone be read as the ordinance was scheduled for
(See Rezone of B-N second and final reading. After some discussion, it was MOVED
BY DELAURENTI, SECONDED BY PERRY, THAT THE NO. 1 ITEM IN THE
Property - Pages 2
and 3) LEGISLATION COMMITTEE REPORT TO PLACE THE ORDINANCE ON SECOND
AND FINAL READING BE AUTHORIZED AT THE PROPER TIME. MOTION CARRIED.
Bid Award - Talbot Public Works Committee Chairman Bruce presented report which
Hill Reservoir recommended acceptance of the low bid submitted by Calhoun Construc-
Calhoun Construction tion Co. for the Talbot Hill Reservoir project in the amount of
$952,629.42, including tax, be accepted. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED
BY DELAURENTI THAT COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PUBLIC
WORKS COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY
BRUCE, SUGGEST THE MAYOR'S OFFICE SET UP A MEETING WITH THE PEOPLE
IN THE TALBOT HILL AREA TO EXPLAIN THE TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION FOR THE
RESERVOIR AND EXPLAIN WHAT THE CITY IS PLANNING FOR THE AREA
AS A RESULT OF THE RESERVOIR COVER. MOTION CARRIED.
Latecomer Charge Public Works Committee report recommended that the Assembly of God
for Assembly of God Church be allowed to pay the latecomer charge for connection to
Church water line in connection with construction of addition to existing
building at 221 Hardie St. N.W. on an installment basis per Chapter 2,
Section 3-241 , Paragraph C, Renton City Code. MOVED BY SCHELLERT,
SECONDED BY STREDICKE THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE RECOMMENDA-
TION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Letter from Council President Delaurenti submitted his resignation
Resignation as as a member of the Renton City Council effective Monday evening,
January 12, 1976, immediately following the "old business" items
Councilman by Mayor-
Elect C. Delaurenti on the Council agenda and thanked the officials, fellow Council
members and employees for the courtesies and cooperation extended
to him during his thirty years in office and looked forward to
the privilege of serving as Mayor. After comment from Councilman
Schellert on Councilman Delaurenti 's thirty years of service on
the Council , the audience applauded.
Election of Council- MOVED BY PERRY, SECONDED BY GRANT, THE COUNCIL HOLD AN ELECTION,
man to Vacant Seat PLACE NAMES IN NOMINATION FOR THE COUNCIL POSITION THAT WILL BE
OPEN JANUARY 12, 1976. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY PERRY, SECONDED
Robert E. McBeth BY GRANT, ROBERT MCBETH'S NAME BE PLACED IN NOMINATION. As there
Elected to Vacant were no other nominations, the MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY PERRY,
Council Position SECONDED BY GRANT, THAT MR. MCBETH BE ELECTED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE.
ROLL CALL: 6 AYES, COUNCILMAN SCHELLERT ABSTAINED.
Council President MOVED BY PERRY, SECONDED BY GRANT, COUNCILMAN STREDICKE BE ELECTED
Elected - Richard M. TO THE POSITION OF CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT FOR THE YEAR 1976. CARRIED.
Stredicke MOVED BY BRUCE, SECONDED BY DELAURENTI , THAT NOMINATIONS FOR OFFICE
OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY BRUCE,
SECONDED BY CLYMER, THAT COUNCILMAN STREDICKE BE ELECTED TO THE OFFICE
OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT. ROLL CALL: 5 AYES, DELAURENTI , GRANT, BRUCE,
CLYMER AND PERRY. SCHELLERT AND STREDICKE ABSTAINED. CARRIED.
Council President MOVED BY GRANT, SECONDED BY BRUCE, TO NOMINATE COUNCILMAN PERRY FOR
Pro Tem Elected COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM. CARRIED. MOVED BY BRUCE, SECONDED BY
George J. Perry DELAURENTI, THAT NOMINATIONS FOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM BE CLOSED.
CARRIED. MOVED BY BRUCE, SECONDED BY DELAURENTI, THAT COUNCILMAN
PERRY BE ELECTED COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM UNANIMOUSLY. ROLL CALL:
5 AYES, DELAURENTI , GRANT, BRUCE, CLYMER, STREDICKE. SCHELLERT AND
PERRY ABSTAINED. MOTION CARRIED.
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'''IVASHINGTON STATE ,
HIGHWAY COMMISSION Daniel J. Evans-Governor
DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS
V y W. A. Bullet'"Director
Highway Administration Building
Olympia. Washington 88504 (2061 753-6005
December 18, 1975
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Planning Director V FC O
City of Renton Planning Department
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City of Renton
Orillia Industrial District
Final Environmental Statement
Dear Mr. Ericksen:
Reference is made to your letter of October 22, transmitting a copy of the
Final Environmental Statement forr our review.
We would like to offer several comments concerning your consideration of our
comments on the Draft Statement dated September 11, and included' in the Final .
Statement.
We indicated in our previous letter that we did not feel that the impact on
highways and transportation facilities could be evaluated without a determi-
nation of the types of industry intended for development in this area.
Secondly, we asked that the document address these impacts on highways in the
area and discuss possible measures to mitigate any impacts.
We are not satisfied with the consideration given to these comments.
The statement still does not identify the potential types of resident industry
to utilize this land fill. We feel that if the industry cannot be identified
at this time, then the impacts of the proposal cannot be adequately evaluated,
particularly on the highway elements of the area. Without the ability to
fully evaluate the impacts of this proposal, we must contend that the proposal
is premature and beyond the elements of sound planning policy.
The. final statement has proposed a number of mitigating measures which we
consider to be totally unrealistic.
Baker Ferguson, Chairman A. H. Parker Howard Sorensen Virginia K. Gunby Julia Butler Hansen Harold L. Boulac
Walla Walla Bremerton Ellensburg Seattle Cathlamet Secretary
Mr. Gordon Y. Ericksen -2- December 1a., 1975
A close look at the traffic projections leads us to feel that it is based
on somewhat arbitrary assumptions. Without a knowledge of the type of
industry to be located on this site, it is impossible to assume a realistic
traffic generation or properly determine the trip distribution. Although
traffic predictions have been made, we do not feel that the data base used
is adequate to substantiate the conclusions made.
As mentioned, we feel the mitigating measures are idealistic. They are
very extensive and cost prohibitive. Mitigation must be evaluated not
merely proposed. Most of the measures proposed would, in themselves,
have extreme impacts which should be evaluated.
In summary, we do not feel that this proposal is justified considering the
impacts on the transportation facilities, nor do we feel the impact statement
has adequately addressed the impacts.
We strongly recommend that the city carefully consider the effects of this
proposal on an already rapidly growing industrial area and the current
availability and demand for similar property already developed before making
the necessary administrative decisions.
If you would like to discuss these comments further, we will be happy to
meet with you. Contact with the Department can be initiated through Mr. R. B.
Davidson, Environmental Planner, Highway Administration Building, Olympia,
Washington 98504. His telephone extension is 753-3811.
Sincerely,
H. R. GOFF
Assistant Director for
Planning, Research and State Aid
By; RUSSELL ALBERT
Planning Engineer
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December 2 , 1975
Robert M. Boyd, Asst. Property Manager
Property Management Department
Glacier Park Company
Burlington Northern Company
Central Building - Lobby 2
Seattle, Washington 98104
RE : SPECIAL PERMIT NO . SP-822-75
Dear Mr. Boyd :
The Planning Commission at its November 26 , 1975 , pub-
lic hearing approved Phase I of your fill permit
application as shown on sheet 11/11 of the plans . It
was also determined that the remainder of the applica-
tion would be continued until the review of the present
Valley Industrial Drainage and Wetland Wildlife Study
is completed .
The approval also was subject to the following conditions :
1 . Suitable on-site drainage retention and
siltation control to prevent siltation of
Springbrook Creek and the Green River .
This situation shall be monitored during
the fill operation by the applicant and
Public Works Department , and methods to
control drainage and siltation on-site
presented in the EIS , or any other methods ,
shall be utilized as per approval of the
Public Works Department .
2 . Utilization of suitable erosion control
methods as per approval of the Planning
Department .
3. Maximum hours of operation shall be from
7 : 30 a .m. to 4 : 00 p .m. on weekdays only .
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Robert M. Boyd
Glacier Park Company
December 2 , 1975 i
Page Two
4. Public streets affected by the operation
shall be kept free of debris and shall be
swept and flushed when necessary .
5 . Suitable dust control methods shall be
utilized when necessary.
6 . Posting of a bond (approximately $25 ,000
to $50,000 range) to insure compliance
with the above requirements .
7 . The proposed right-of-way for Oaksdale
Avenue may also be filled subject to the
approval of the Public Works Department.
The fill shall not extend beyond the pro-
posed right-of-way boundary.
8 . Filling approval will also include the
proposed Lind Avenue right-of-way area and
railroad spur into property along the south
boundary of phases 3 and 4 . The fill shall
not extend beyond these proposed rights-of-
way.
You may now apply to the Public Works Department for
your annual license at your convenience .
The Commission also recommended approval of the rezone
No . R-560-69 as requested . This item will be heard at
the City Council meeting of December 8 , 1975 .
If you have any questions , please do not hesitate to
contact this Department .
Ver truly..-yours ,
MichaeT L . Smiti
Assistant Planner •
cc : Public Works Director
Building Division
Wilsey and Ham, Inc.
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Affidavit of Publication
STATE OF WASHINGTON
COUNTY OF KING ss.
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Lee Bailey NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
being first duly sworn on RENTON PLANNING
• COMMISSION •
RENTON,WASHINGTON
oath, deposes and says that she is the chief clerk
of A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE
2nton T�,1,}t�C N�Ixk k>ietgl aL, a tri-weekly newspaper. That said HELD BY THE RENTON•PLAN-
2cord Xh O is a legal newspaper and it is now and has been for more NING COMMISSION AT ITS REG-
than six months prior to the date of publication referred to, printed ULAR MEETING IN THE COUNCIL
hronicle and published in the English language continually as a tri- weekly CHAMBERS, CITY HALL,
newspaper in Kent, King County,Washington,and it is now and during RENTON, WASHINGTON, ON
all of said time was printed in an office maintained at the aforesaid NOVEMBER26,1975,AT 8:00 P.M.
place of publication of said newspaper. That the Kent News-Journal TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING•
has been approved as a legal newspaper by order of the Superior PETITIONS:
Court of the County in which it is published, to-wit, King County, 1. REZONE FROM G TO M-P
AND H-1, file No. R-560-69;
Public hearing property generally located north of
Washington.That the annexed is a S.W. 43rd, west of Lind Ave. S:W.
Planning Ctmmi s aion Rezoneand east of the railroad FLU within
the City of Renton.
2.REZONE FROM R-1 TO R-2,
file No. R-840-75;property located
• as it was published in regular issues (and • at 424 Williams Ave. So. between
not in supplement form of said newspaper)once each issue for a period So.4th St.and So.5th St.
3. SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL
One AND GRADE IN M-PIG ZONE,file
of consecutive issues, commencing on the, No. SP-822-75; property located
south of existing.Mobil and Olympic
16th November 75 Petroleum Distribution facility,north
day of , 19 , and ending the of S.W. 43rd, and westerly of E.
Valley Road.
16th November 75 4. APPLICATION FOR COM-
day of , 19 both dates PREHENSIVE PLAN AMEND-
inclusive, and that such newspaper was regularly distributed to its MENT,file No.CP-842-75;property
subscribers during all of said period. That the full amount of the fee ' located at 4016 Jones Ave.N.E.be-
tween Jones Ave.N.E.and Lincoln
r ,
21.60 •Pl. N.E. .
charged for the foregoing publication is the sum of$ , which S.SPECIALPERMITFORBULK
has been paid in full at the rate of per folio of one hundred words STORAGE IN H-1 ZONE, file No.
SP-843-75; property located on
for the first insertion and per folio of one hundred words for each S.W.43rd St., ;r,mile east of West
subsequent insertion. Valley Highway. '
6.SITE APPROVAL FOR CON-
STRUCTION OF A WAREHOUSE
If . >;9..hi..e4—ec, . IN AN L-1 ZONE,file No. SA-845-
• 75; property located at 1120 S.W.
Chief Clerk 16th St.
7. APPLICATION FOR FINAL.
PLAT APPROVAL,file No.FP-846-
16th 75; property located on the north
Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of side of N. 38th St. between Lake
Washington Blvd. N and Park Ave.
November 1975 N.
Legal descriptions of all applica-
tions noted above on file in the Ren-
a7e l` � � L. ti /d((.) tion Planning Department
ALL I PERSONS
Notary Public in and for the State of Wa lington, TO SAID PETITIONS ARE INVITED
residing at Kent,King County. TO BE PRESENT AT THE PLAN-
_- NING COMMISSION MEETING ON
NOVEMBER 26,1975 AT 8:00 P.M.
—Passed by the Legislature, 1955, known as Senate Bill 281, effective TO EXPRESS THEIR OPINIONS.
June 9th,1955. Elisabeth
Secretary rotary
—Western Union Telegraph Co. rules For counting words and figures, Renton Planning Commission
Re-
adopted by the newspapers of the State. PUBLISHED in the Renton Re
cord-Chroncile November 16,1975.
R3558.
V.P.C. Form No. 87
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 26 , 1975
PAGE TWO
APPLICATION : SPECIAL USE PERMIT , #SP-822-75 , for Fill
and Grade
APPLICANT : GLACIER PARK COMPANY
LOCATION : Green River Valley , Renton , between the East
Valley Road and Burlington Northern railroad
tracks , and south of Shell Oil Company property .
ZONING : G/M-P
COMMENTS : 1 . An Environmental Impact Statement has been
prepared for the proposed fill project .
2 . A Valley drainage and wildlife wetland
study is presently being prepared which
will address the critical questions of
industrial drainage and the feasibility
of wetland habitat areas in the Valley .
3 . The fill project is proposed to extend
over a twenty year period consisting of
several phases .
4 . A ± 40 acre area immediately adjacent to
the SR-167 Freeway Interchange and the East
Valley Road , are zoned M-P , has been previously
undeveloped . Another ± 60 acre parcel ,
partially zoned M-P , adjacent to S . W. 43rd
Street between the proposed Lind and Oaksdale
Streets has also been filled , and is presently
undeveloped . Another ± 30 acres toward the
center of the site has previously been filled .
5 . The SCS P-1 drainage channel is presently
proposed to be constructed along the
western ± 300 feet and along the northwest
portion of the property . The proposed fill
plans indicated that this area will not be
included in the fill project .
6 . The fill will cover certain wetland areas
of the Valley site .
7 . The Glacier Park Company proposes to leave
unfilled....in a greenbelt designation ± 20 acres
of wetland directly south of the Shell Oil
Company property .
8. Glacier Park Company proposed to attain the
fill initially from its ' borrow site in
King County ( located on Carr Road approxi -
mately one mile from the proposed fill site ) ,
for which an extension of operation until
October 15 , 1977 was recently granted by
King County . Certain operating and rehabili -
tation conditions were applied to that
approval .
9 . Eventual development of the site is proposed
to consist primarily of Manufacturing Park
type uses and site design standards .
may,
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 26 , 1975
PAGE THREE
GLACIER PARK COMPANY ; SPECIAL USE PERMIT , cont ' d .
10 . According to the EIS the approximate cubic
yards needed are as follows :
PHASE 1 1 ,000 ,000 cubic yards
PHASE 2 1 ,056 ,500 cubic yards
PHASE 3 36 ,600 cubic yards.
PHASE 4 171 ,500 cubic yards
PHASE 5 352 ,000 cubic yards
TOTAL 2 ,616 ,600 cubic yards
It is estimated that material from the
borrow site will comprise approximately
60% of the fill needed or ± 1 ,569 ,960 cubic
yards . This would be equivalent to the
amount of material needed to complete all
of Phase 1 and about half of Phase 2 ,
(approximately 383 ,50.0 cubic yards within
the City of Renton ) the remainder of
Phase 2 is in Tukwila .
•
STAFF Recommend approval of Phase 1 as shown on sheet
RECOMMENDATION : 11/ 11 of the plans or until October 15 , 1977
when the Unclassified Use Permit for the borrow
pit granted •by King County expires , whichever
is less . Phases 2 through 5 will be considered
upon review of •the •Drainage Plan shown on sheet
9/ 11 of the plans and completion of a study to
determine appropriate alternative drainage
measures in the remainder of the project area
and the Green River Valley within the City of
Renton . The intent of the study alternatives
is to provide means of providing property owners
from adverse effects of inadequate drainage and
to facilitate timely and orderly industrial
development .
Approval of Phase 1 is subject to the following ;
1 . Suitable on-site drainage retention and
siltation control to prevent siltation of
Springbrook Creek and the Green River . This
situation shall be monitored during the fill
operation by the applicant and Public Works
Department , and methods to control drainage
and siltation on-site presented in the EIS ,
or any other methods , shall be utilized as
per approval of the Public Works Department.
2 . Utilization of suitable erosion control
methods as per approval of the Planning
Department .
3 . Maximum hours of operation shall be from
7 : 30 A .M . to 4 : 00 P . M . on weekdays only .
4 . Public streets affected by the operation
shall be kept free of debris and shall be
swept and flushed when necessary .
i
i"
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 26 , 1975
PAGE FOUR
GLACIER PARK COMPANY ; SPECIAL USE PERMIT , cont ' d .
Staff 5 . Suitable dust control methods shall be
Recommendations utilized when necessary .
cont ' d .
6 . Posting of a bond (approximately $25 ,000 to
$50 ,000 range ) to insure compliance with
the above requirements .
7 . The proposed right-of-way for Oaksdale Avenue
may also be filled subject to the approval
of the Public Works Department and the
Planning Department . The fill shall not
extend beyond the proposed right-of-way
boundary .
,5 -
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting November 26 , 1975
Page Five
3. GIVEN THE LESSER DENSITY (R-2) OF THE PROPOSAL
TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE AREA (HIGH
DENSITY MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) , AND THE
EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES IN THE AREA,
THE R-2 WOULD BE SUITABLE TRANSITION ZONING
AT THIS TIME.
4. THE R-2 ZONE WILL NOT SERIOUSLY IMPACT THE
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES TO THE
NORTH AND SOUTH.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
SPECIAL PERMIT:
. C. GLACIER PARK CO. ; Appl . No . SP-822-75 ; special
permit to fill and grade in M-P/G zone ; property
located south of existing Mobil and Olympic Petro- .
leum Distribution Facility north of S . W . 43rd and
westerly of East Valley Road .
The item was introduced by Secretary Rivily and a staff
presentation invited .
Mr. Ericksen reviewed the proposal and discussed the
following : the Final Environmental Impact Statement ,
• the area involved and those parcels already filled ,
the filling sequence proposed by the applicant , the
approximate amount of fill required and the source
of the fill material . At the request of the Commis-
sion , the Planning Director pointed out the proposed
20 acre greenbelt area to be dedicated by the appli -
cant and the probable location of the additional 60
acres recommended for preservation by the Planning
Commission . He advised that the City is presently
in the process of studying the• feasibility of retaining
the wildlife habitats in the industrial development
and the impact the proposed drainage projects will
have on the subject Valley area .
The Vice-chairman called for comment from the appli -
cant . . .
Robert Boyd , Assistant Manager of Properties , Burling-
ton Northern and Glacier Park. Company , referred the
Commission to the EIS as a general outline of what
they propose . He stated that there would be provi -
sions for dust, siltation, and drainage control and
establishment of the hours of operation . It is
planned to fill areas along the east side of the
property first, proceeding northward , to preload Lind
Avenue and Oaksdale fill from S . W . 43rd St . to the
race track property. He stated they plan to cooperate
with the City regarding improvement of S . W. 43rd St .
and that they feel it should ' be widened to five lanes .
In addition , they are hopeful " that Lind Ave . may be
extended to FAI -405 . The railroad track will extend '
easterly on an alignment north of Sternoff Metals
Company.
The first industry that is proposed will occupy a site
along the East Valley Highway, which will require
addressing the problem of an exit off the East Valley
• Highway. Tracking , sewer and water lines will follow
the plan of the. Orillia District. He stated that they
would not look to the City for provision of off-site
improvements . Provisions for electrical and telephone
lines were also discussed . It is Burlington Northern ' s
plan to bring Oaksdale and Lind Avenues to standard as
soon as possible and to complete filling within two
years .
I r
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting November 26 , 1975.
Page Six
Questions of Mr . Boyd and the Planning Director from the
Planning Commissioners followed with regard to the mechanics
of the fill operation , platting requirements , railroad
rights-of-way , vehicular traffic , and primary access ,
development proposals , and financing of on-site and off-site
improvements .
Discussion followed relative to the appropriateness of
granting the requested filling by phases and the review
process stipulated by the ordinance should the permit be
granted .
The Vice-chairman invited comment from the audience.
Susan Ringwood , Chairman of the Renton Unit of the League
of Women ' s Voters , read a statement noting that the land
will lose its value for use other than industry once it
is filled and preclude other plans for preservation of the
natural environment. She stated that the League recommends
that any filling be accomplished as slowly as possible.
Sherwood Martin, 3728 Park Ave . No . , stated that the people
of Renton are generally opposed to this type of development
in this area .
' David Bigger, 2525 Aberdeen Ave . N . E . , directed the Com-
mission ' s attention to the petition submitted earlier
requesting that the 80 acres recommended for greenbelt
not be filled .
Mike Smith , 3402 N. E. 7th St. , urged denial of the entire
filling at this time but indicated if definite development
is planned , he would favor a phasing plan .
Discussion among the Commissioners followed with relation
to the effects of the Soil Conservation Service drainage
project on the area .
Noting no further comment from, the audience , the committee
report was requested by the Vice-chairman .
Commissioner Gibson , Chairman of the Special Studies Com-
mittee , read their report into the record . The Committee
recommended approval of Phase I only at this time , excluding
the 80 acres designated as greenbelt but allowing the addi -
tion of fill for Oaksdale Ave . So . and Lind Ave . So . and a
railroad right-of-way into the area . It was stated that
the intent was to establish a time-frame phase to October
1977 .
Discussion followed regarding future handling of the fill
request if only partially approved . Gibson advised that
the Committee favors partial approval with continuation
of the remainder of the request, pending completion of the
study presently under way.
Mr. Ericksen advised the Commission regarding the current
study reviewing alternatives relative to provisions for •
wetland wildlife habitat . The study concerns review of
the effect of the Soil Conservation Service drainage project
on wetland areas . Completion of the study is estimated by
the end of December , and information will be available
within one month. ,
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting November 26, 1975
Page Seven
There was no further input from the public upon
invitation of the Chairman , IT WAS THEN MOVED BY
ROSS , SECONDED BY GIBSON , THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING
BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY .
ACTION:
MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY GIBSON, THAT THE
PLANNING COMMISSION CONCURS IN THE SPECIAL STUDIES
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION ALLOWING A PARTIAL FILL
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1 . SUITABLE ON-SITE DRAINAGE RETENTION AND
SILTATION CONTROL TO PREVENT SILTATION OF
SPRINGBROOK CREEK AND THE GREEN RIVER .
THIS SITUATION SHALL BE MONITORED DURING
THE FILL OPERATION BY THE APPLICANT AND
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT; AND METHODS TO
CONTROL DRAINAGE AND SILTATION ON-SITE
PRESENTED IN THE EIS, OR ANY OTHER METHODS,
SHALL BE UTILIZED AS PER APPROVAL OF THE
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
2. UTILIZATION OF SUITABLE EROSION CONTROL
METHODS AS PER APPROVAL OF THE PLANNING
• DEPARTMENT.
3. MAXIMUM HOURS OF OPERATION SHALL BE FROM
7 :30 A .M. TO 4: 00 P.M. ON WEEKDAYS ONLY.
4 . PUBLIC STREETS AFFECTED BY THE OPERATION
SHALL BE KEPT FREE OF DEBRIS AND SHALL BE ,
SWEPT AND FLUSHED WHEN NECESSARY.
5. SUITABLE DUST CONTROL METHODS SHALL BE
UTILIZED WHEN NECESSARY.
6 . POSTING OF A BOND (APPROXIMATELY $25,000
TO $50, 000 RANGE) TO INSURE COMPLIANCE
WITH THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS.
7. THE PROPOSED RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR OAKSDALE
AVENUE MAY ALSO BE FILLED SUBJECT TO THE
APPROVAL OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
THE FILL SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE PRO-
POSED RIGHT-OF-WAY BOUNDARY.
8. FILLING APPROVAL WILL ALSO INCLUDE THE
PROPOSED LIND AVENUE RIGHT-OF-WAY AREA AND
RAILROAD SPUR INTO PROPERTY ALONG THE SOUTH
BOUNDARY OF PHASES 3 AND 4 . THE FILL SHALL
NOT EXTEND BEYOND THESE PROPOSED RIGHTS-OF-
WAY.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Noting that the public hearing had been closed on
the entire item, IT WAS
ACTION:
MOVED BY ROSS, SECONDED BY RIVILY, THAT IT WAS THE
PLANNING COMMISSION'S INTENT TO GRANT THE PARTIAL
PERMIT AND TO CONTINUE CONSIDERATION OF THE REMAINING
PORTION OF THE SPECIAL PERMIT REQUEST. MOTION CARRIED.
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting November 26 , 1975
Page Eight
Gibson and Rivily left the meeting at this time , 11 : 50 p . m.
It was decided to deviate from the published agenda with the
following action :
ACTION:
MOVED BY MOLA , SECONDED BY ROSS, THAT THE ISLE AND LAKE ADDITION
NO. 1 FINAL PLAT BE CONSIDERED AT THIS TIME. MOTION CARRIED.
4. NEW BUSINESS :
FINAL PLAT:
C. ISLE AND LAKE ADDITION ; Appl . No . FP-846-75 ( Lyle L .
Pickle) ; Proposed Final Plat for a residential sub-
division ; property located on the north side of
N . 38th St. between Lake Washington Blvd . N . and
Park Ave . N.
The item was introduced by Commissioner Mola , Acting Secre-
tary.
The Assistant Planner noted that the request was for final
approval of a portion ( nine lots , approximately two acres--
slightly more than half) of the total plat approved in the
preliminary plat stage in June 1975 . Bond has been posted
in accordance with Subdivision Ordinance requirements .
No response was received to an invitation from the Chairman
for comment from the audience .
Following a brief discussion regarding the application , IT
WAS MOVED BY TEEGARDEN , SECONDED BY GARRISON , THAT THE PUB-
. LIC HEARING BE CLOSED . MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY .
ACTION:
MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY MOLA, THAT THE PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVE THE FINAL PLAT FOR ISLE AND LAKE ADDITION
NO. 1 . SAID PLAT IS IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PRELIMINARY PLAT
AND REGULATIONS OF THE SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE . MOTION CAR-
RIED UNANIMOUSLY.
3 . CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS ( resumed from above ) :
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT:
D. G . V . R . , INC . ; Appl . No . CP-842-75 ; application for Com-
prehensive Plan Amendment ; property located at 4016
Jones Ave . N . E . between Jones Ave . N . E . and Lincoln
Place N . E .
It was noted that there was no representative from the
applicant in the audience , although a letter had been
received from Gwen Bodily , president , indicating some
concurrence with the findings of the Land Use Committee ,
which had conducted a review of the request.
ACTION:
MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY ROSS, THAT THE PLANNING
COMMISSION CONTINUE THE MATTER UNTIL DECEMBER 3, 1975,
' IN VIEW OF THE ABSENCE OF THE APPLICANT. MOTION CARRIED.
777777-7--
Renton Planning Cumuiiss ion
Meeting November 26 , 1975
Page Nine
5- ADMINISTRATIVE :
'A preliminary 1976 Schedule of Planning Commission
Meetings was distributed with the request that it be
reviewed for approval .
The Planning Director advised the Commission of the
forthcoming presentation regarding the Cedar River
Master Plan Program at the Council Committee-of-the-
, Whole meeting on December 4, 1975 , and invited their
attendance .
As there was no further business before the Commission ,
IT WAS MOVED BY GARRISON , SECONDED BY MOLA, THAT THE •
MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED.
The meeting was adjourned at 12 : 05 a .m.
eaeW
Elisabeth Rivily, Secr ary
Arthur Scholes , Chairman
t•. /'.mot
•
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting November 26 , 1975 •
Page Five
3. GIVEN THE LESSER DENSITY (R-2) OF THE PROPOSAL
TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE AREA (HIGH
DENSITY MULTIPLE—FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) , AND THE
EXISTING SINGLE—FAMILY RESIDENCES IN THE AREA,
THE R-2 WOULD BE SUITABLE TRANSITION ZONING
AT THIS TIME: •
•
4. THE R-2 ZONE WILL NOT SERIOUSLY IMPACT THE
SINGLE—FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES TO THE
NORTH AND SOUTH.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
SPECIAL PERMIT:
Ac C. GLACIER PARK CO. ; Appl . No . SP-822-75 ; special
. permit to fill and grade in M-P/G zone ; property
located south of existing Mobil and Olympic Petro-' .
leum Distribution Facility north of S . W . 43rd and
westerly of East Valley Road .
The item was introduced by Secretary Rivily and a staff
presentation invited .
Mr. Ericksen reviewed the proposal and discussed the
following : the Final Environmental Impact Statement ,
• the area involved and those parcels already filled ,.
the filling sequence proposed by the applicant , the
approximate amount of fill required and the source
of the fill material . At the request of the Commis=
sion , • the Planning Director pointed out the proposed
20 acre greenbelt area to be dedicated by the appli -
cant and the probable location of the additional 60
acres recommended for preservation by the Planning
Commission . He advised that the City is presently
in the process of studying the feasibility of retaining
the wildlife habitats in the industrial development
and the impact the proposed drainage projects will
have on the subject Valley area .
The Vice-chairman called for comment from the appli -
cant . •
Robert Boyd , Assistant Manager of Properties , Burling-
ton Northern and Glacier Park Company , referred the
Commission to the EIS as a general outline of what
they propose . He stated that there would be provi -
sions for dust , siltation , and drainage control and
establishment 'of the hours of operation . It is
planned to fill areas along the east side of the
property first , proceeding northward , to preload Lind
Avenue and Oaksdale fill from S . W. 43rd St . to the
race track property. He stated they plan to cooperate •
with the City regarding improvement of S . W. 43rd St .
and that they feel it should be widened to five lanes .
In addition , they are hopeful that Lind Ave . may be
extended to FAI -405 . The railroad track will extend
easterly on an alignment northtof Sternoff Metals
Company.
•
The first industry that is proposed will occupy a site
along the East Valley Highway, which will require
addressing the problem of an exit off the East Valley
• Highway . Tracking , sewer and water lines will follow
the plan of the. Orill-ia District . He stated that they
would not look to the City for provision of off-site
improvements . Provisions for electrical and telephone
lines were also discussed . It is Burlington Northern ' s
plan to bring Oaksdale and Lind Avenues to standard as
soon as possible and to complete filling within two
years .
j
•
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting November 26 , 1975
Page Six
Questions of Mr . Boyd and the Planning Director from the
Planning Commissioners followed with regard to the mechanics
of the fill operation , platting requirements , railroad
rights-of-way , vehicular traffic , and primary access ,
development proposals , and financing of on-site and off-site
improvements .
Discussion followed relative to the appropriateness of
granting the requested filling by phases and the review
process stipulated by the ordinance • should the permit be
granted .
The Vice-chairman invited comment from the audience .
Susan Ringwood , Chairman of the Renton Unit of the League
of Women ' s Voters , read a statement noting that the land
will lose its value for use other than industry once it
is filled and preclude other plans for preservation of the
natural environment . She stated that the League recommends
that any filling be accomplished as slowly as possible.
Sherwood Martin , 3728 Park Ave . No . , stated that the people
of Renton are generally opposed to this type of development
in this area .
David Bigger , 2525 Aberdeen Ave . N . E . , directed the Com-
mission ' s attention to the petition submitted earlier
requesting that the 80 acres recommended for greenbelt
not be filled .
Mike Smith , 3402 N . E. 7th St . , urged denial of the entire
filling at this time but indicated if definite development
is planned , he would favor a phasing plan .
Discussion among the Commissioners followed with relation
to the effects of the Soil Conservation Service drainage
project on the area .
Noting no further comment from the audience , the committee
report was requested by the Vice-chairman .
Commissioner Gibson , Chairman of the Special Studies Com-
mittee , read their report into the record . The Committee
recommended approval of Phase I only at this time , excluding
the 80 acres designated as greenbelt but allowing the addi -
tion of fill for Oaksdale Ave . So . and Lind Ave . So . and a
. railroad right-of-way into the area . It was stated that
the intent was to establish a time-frame phase to October
1977 .
Discussion followed regarding future handling of the fill
request if only partially approved . Gibson advised that
the Committee favors partial approval with continuation
of the remainder of the request , pending completion of the
study presently under way.
Mr . Ericksen advised the Commission regarding the current
study reviewing alternatives relative to provisions for
wetland wildlife habitat . The study concerns review of
the effect of the Soil Conservation Service drainage project
on wetland areas . Completion of the study is estimated by
the end of December , and information will be available
within one month .
•
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting November 26 , 1975
Page Seven
There was no further input from the public upon
invitation of the Chairman , IT WAS THEN MOVED BY
ROSS , SECONDED BY GIBSON , THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING
BE CLOSED . MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY .
ACTION:
MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY GIBSON, THAT THE
PLANNING COMMISSION CONCURS IN THE SPECIAL STUDIES
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION ALLOWING A PARTIAL FILL
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
•
1 . SUITABLE ON-SITE DRAINAGE RETENTION AND
SILTATION CONTROL TO PREVENT SILTATION OF
SPRINGBROOK CREEK AND THE GREEN RIVER .
THIS SITUATION SHALL BE MONITORED DURING
THE FILL OPERATION BY THE APPLICANT AND
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT; AND METHODS TO
CONTROL DRAINAGE AND SILTATION ON-SITE
PRESENTED IN THE EIS, OR ANY OTHER METHODS,
SHALL BE UTILIZED AS PER APPROVAL OF THE
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
2. UTILIZATION OF SUITABLE EROSION CONTROL
METHODS AS PER APPROVAL OF THE PLANNING
DEPARTMENT.
3 . MAXIMUM HOURS OF OPERATION SHALL BE FROM
7 : 30 A .M. TO 4 : 00 P.M. ON WEEKDAYS ONLY. .
4 . PUBLIC STREETS AFFECTED BY THE OPERATION
SHALL BE KEPT FREE OF DEBRIS AND SHALL BE
SWEPT AND FLUSHED WHEN NECESSARY.
5. SUITABLE DUST CONTROL METHODS SHALL BE
UTILIZED WHEN NECESSARY. •
6. POSTING OF A BOND (APPROXIMATELY $25 ,000
TO $50 , 000 RANGE) TO INSURE COMPLIANCE
WITH THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS.
7 . THE PROPOSED RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR OAKSDALE
AVENUE MAY ALSO BE FILLED SUBJECT TO THE
APPROVAL OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT .
THE FILL SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE PRO-
POSED RIGHT-OF-WAY BOUNDARY.
8 . FILLING APPROVAL WILL ALSO INCLUDE THE
PROPOSED LIND AVENUE RIGHT-OF-WAY AREA AND
RAJ LROAD SPUR INTO PROPERTY ALONG THE SOUTH
BOUNDARY OF PHASES 3 AND 4 . THE FILL SHALL
NOT EXTEND BEYOND THESE PROPOSED RTG11T.]-01•'-
WAY.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Noting that the public hearing had been closed on
the entire item , IT WAS
ACTION:
. MOVED BY ROSS, SECONDED BY RIVILY, THAT IT WAS THE
PLANNING COMMISSION'S INTENT TO GRANT THE PARTIAL
PERMIT AND TO CONTINUE CONSIDERATION OF THE REMAINING
PORTION OF THE •SPECIAL PERMIT REQUEST. MOTION CARRIED.
-4L.c"
J •
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
RENTON , WASHINGTON
A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION AT ITS
REGULAR MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS , CITY HALL , RENTON , WASHINGTON ,
ON NOVEMBER 26 , 19 75 , AT 8 : 00 P. M. TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING
PETITIONS :
1 . REZONE FROM G TO M-P AND H- 1 , file No . R-560-69 ; property
generally located north of S. W. 43rd , west of Lind Ave.. S. W.
and east of the railroad R/W within the City of Renton .
2 . REZONE FROM R- 1 TO R-2 , file No . R-840-75 ; property located
at 424 Williams Ave . So . between So. 4th St . and So . 5th St .
It 3 . SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE IN M-P/G ZONE , file No .
SP-822-75 ; property located south of existing Mobil and
Olympic Petroleum Distribution facility, north of S . W.
43rd , and westerly of E . Valley Road.
4. APPLICATION FOR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT, file No.
CP-842-75 ; property located at 4016 Jones Ave. N . E . between
Jones Ave . N . E . and Lincoln P1 . N . E .
5 . SPECIAL PERMIT. FOR BULK STORAGE IN H-1 ZONE , file No .
SP-843-75 ; property located on S . W . 43rd St. , 1/4 mile
east of West Valley Highway .
6 . SITE .APPROVAL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A WAREHOUSE IN AN L- 1
ZONE , file No . SA-845-75 ; property located at 1120 S . W.
16th St .
7 . APPLICATION FOR FINAL PLAT APPROVAL , file No . FP-846-75 ;
property located on the north side of N . 38th St . between
Lake Washington Blvd . N and Park Ave . N .
Legal descriptions of all applications noted above on file in
the Renton Planning Department .
•
8 N
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS TO SAID PETITIONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT
THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING ON NOVEMBER 26 , 1975
AT 8 : 00 P . M. TO EXPRESS THEIR OPINIONS.
ELISABETH RIVILY , SECRETARY
PUBLISHED November 16 , 1975 RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
CERTIFICATION
1 , William C . Turner , HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THREE COPIES OF THE ABOVE
DOCUMENT WERE POSTED BY ME IN THREE CONSPICUOUS PLACES ON THE PROPERTY
DESCRIBED ABOVE AS PRESCRIBED BY LAW.
ATTEST : Subscribed and sworn es+.
to before me , a Notary Public , SIGNED
on the 13thday of November
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
RENTON , WASHINGTON
A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION AT ITS
REGULAR MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS , CITY HALL , RENTON , WASHINGTON ,
ON OCTOBER 13„ 1976 , AT 8 : 00 P. M. TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING
PETITIONS :
e 1 . SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE IN M-P/G ZONE ; file No .
SP-822-75 ; property located south of existing Mobil and
Olympic Petroleum Distribution Facilities , north of S .W .
43rd Street , and westerly of East Valley Road .
2 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A THREE LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-881-76 ; property located on the southwest corner
of N . E . 12th Street and Aberdeen Avenue N . E . ; the east 230
feet of Tract 26 . 1
3 . VARIANCE FROM THE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ;
file No . ,V-880-76 ; property located in the vicinity of •
2700 Mountain View Avenue North.
4 . REZONE FROM G TO B-1 ; file No . R-884-76 ; property located
at 1302 North 30th Street at the corner of North 30th Street
and Park Avenue North .
5 . REZONE FROM R-4 TO L-1 ; file No . R-885-76 ; property located
at the northwest corner of Seneca Avenue S .W . and S ,W . 13th
Street .
6 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A TWO LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-886-76 ; property located at the northwest corner
of Aberdeen Avenue N . E . and N . E . 12th Street .
7 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A FOUR LOT SHORT PLAT ;
file No . W-887-76 ; property located at the northeast corner
of Thomas Avenue S .W . and S .W . 3rd Place .
8 . TEMPORARY PERMIT EXTENSION FOR MOBILE HOME TO REMAIN ON CON-
STRUCTION SITE FOR ADDITIONAL SIXTY DAYS ; file No . TP-858-76 ;
property located at 416 South 36th Street .
Legal descriptions of all applications noted above on file in the
Renton Planning Department .
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS TO SAID PETITIONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT
THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING ON OCTOBER 13 , 1976
AT 8 : 00 P. M. TO EXPRESS THEIR OPINIONS.
SANDRA GIST , SECRETARY
PUBLISHED October 3 , 1976 RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
CERTIFICATION
I , Michael L . Smith , HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THREE COPIES OF THE ABOVE
DOCUMENT WERE POSTED BY ME IN THREE CONSPICUOUS PLACES ON THE PROPERTY
DESCRIBED ABOVE AS PRESCRIBED BY LAW. f
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ATTEST : Subscribed and sworn
to before me , a Notary Public , SIGNE 2
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on the 1st day of October ,
1976 .
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RE: Glacier Park Company Rezone Application to H-1 and M-P and Special Permit
Application to fill in grade on property adjacent to Tukwila City Limits.
Dear Mr. Erickson:
The City of Tukwila is in receipt of the public notices regarding the above
items. I .will direct my comments to each item individually as follows:
1. Rezone Application: We have analyzed the allowed uses in the H-1 and
M-P zone catagories in the City of Renton and find that the uses
allowed in the H-1 zone are similar to the M-1 zone in Tukwila, which
lies adjacent to the property. In addition, the M-P uses are less
intensive generally than those allowed in the M-1 zone in Tukwila.
Because of this, the City of Tukwila would not be opposed to the
proposed rezones.
2. Special Permit Application to fill in grade: The City of Tukwila
does not feel it can get involved in the merits of this application
since Renton more than likely has local criteria to use in evaluating
whether or not the permit should be issued. The City recognizes these
procedures and respects them. The primary concern we have is that the
proposed application to fill and grade covers an area lying within the
City limits of Tukwila.
At this point it is the position of the City of Tukwila that any
grading or fill permit issued on lands lying within the City of
Tukwila will be issued by the City of Tukwila. Permits issued by
any other jurisdiction for lands within Tukwila will not be recog-
nized as being valid. If you wish to discuss this matter to try
to make an arrangement wherein all fill and grading permits are
handled by you, please set up an appointment with Barney Ruppert
of our building department to discuss the matter. This is the City's
second letter regarding this particular issue.
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Mr. Gordon Erickson Page 2
City of Renton, November 25, 1975
Thank you for mailing the public notices on these issues to the City of
Tukwila and for the opportunity to respond.
Very truly yours,
'ell Stoknes
P anning Director
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cc: Mayor Todd
Barney Ruppert
FILES-SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE MEETING
NOVEMBER 19 , 1975
PAGE TWO
ACTION : It was determined that another committee meeting would
be necessary with the applicant and his consultant in
order to clarify the additional concerns expressed by the
Commission and other departments and agencies .
ITEM II : GLACIER PARK COMPANY , SPECIAL PERMIT #SP-822-75
Mike Smith briefly explained the study being conducted on
the Valley drainage situation and its relation to both
development potential and wildlife mitigation areas . The
Valley drainage conditions and the proposed SCS drainage
project were then discussed , in terms of their relationship
to the proposed application .
It was felt that the study , now being conducted and scheduled
to be completed near the end of December , will present
significant information and alternative courses of action
for the eventual industrial development of the Valley area
and possible wetland preservation alternatives compatible
to this industrial development .
ACTION : Because of the significance of this drainage study it is
felt that the granting of a total permit to fill a majority
of the Valley would be untimely until the information an'd
alternatives to be presented in the study are thoroughly
reviewed . However , the committee feels that a reasonable
partial permit should be granted at this time to allow
filling within the phasing schedule proposed by Glacier
Park and within areas that may not have a significant impact
on the effectiveness of the study and its alternatives .
Because of these concerns and the fact that a full scale
fill and grade operation cannot begin until the drier Spring
weather occurs , the committee feels that a partial permit
for Phase 1 as shown on sheet 11/ 11 of the plans should be
granted at this time subject to certain conditions . Con-
sideration of subsequent phases shall proceed upon completion
of the review of the present drainage study .
Additional approval conditions include ;
1 . Suitable on-site drainage retention and siltation control
to prevent siltation of Springbrook Creek and the Green
River. This situation shall be monitored during the fill
operation by the applicant and Public Works Department ,
• and methods to control drainage and siltation on-site
presented in the EIS , or any other methods , shall be
utilized as per approval of the Public Works Department .
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NOVEMBER 19 , 1975
PAGE THREE
t► 2 . Utilization of suitable erosion control methods as
per approval of the Planning Department .
3. Maximum hours of operation shall be from 7 : 30 A .M .
to 4 :00 P . M. on 'weekdays only.
4 . Public streets affected by the operation shall be
kept free of debris and shall be swept and flushed
when necessary.
5. Suitable dust control methods shall be utilized
when necessary.
6 . Posting of a bond (approximately $25 ,000 to $50 ,000
range ) to insure compliance with the above requirements .
7 . The proposed right-of-way for Oaksdale Avenue may also
be filled subject to the approval of the Public Works
Department . The fill shall not extend beyond the
proposed right-of-way boundary .
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SPECIAL PERMIT:
' D, GLACIER PARK CO . ; Appl . No . SP-822-75 ; special per-
mit to fill and grade in M-P/G zone ; property located
south of existing Mobil and Olympic Petroleum Distri -
bution Facility north of S .W . 43rd and westerly of
East Valley Road .
The Planning Director noted that the item had been con-
tinued , but no date had been established for another
public hearing , and stated that the Special Studies
Committee is concluding its review. Commissioner Gar-
rison , Committee member , indicated that they feel the
Committee can be ready to make their recommendation on
November 26th .
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT:
E, G . V . R . , INC . ; Appl . No . CP-842-75 ; application for
Comprehensive Plan Amendment; property located at
4016 Jones Ave . N . E . between Jones Ave . N . E . and
Lincoln Pl . N . E .
Mr. Ericksen noted that the item had been referred for
study to the Land Use Committee for report back at the
November public hearing .
Commissioner Teegarden , Chairman of the Committee ,
reviewed their activities in connection with the study
and referred the members to their written report which
had been distributed . He advised that there is some
disagreement between the Committee ' s recommendation
and the desires of the owner , Mr . Gwen Bodily , and
that the applicant will be present on November 26th
to elaborate.
The Planning Director noted that the Committee had
also considered in its review of the matter the con-
flict of the Comprehensive Plan and zoning in the
area with the Shoreline Management Program and that
issue would be addressed in its study of the Compre-
hensive Plan for the Highlands area .
4- NEW BUSINESS :
Staff presentations were requested by the Chairman
concerning all new items of business .
SPECIAL PERMIT:
A, STERNOFF METALS CO . ; Appl . No . SP-843-75 ; Special
Permit for Bulk Storage in H-1 zone ; property located
on S . W. 43rd St . , 1/4 mile east of West • Valley Highway .
Mr. Smith pointed out the approximate eight acre site
on the vicinity map , noting that it is presently zoned
H-1 with restrictive covenants running with the land
which address setbacks , storage , screening , and other
requirements similar to M-P standards . He stated that the
applicant proposes to add additional storage area to their
operation by expanding it to the south . The following
factors were 'discussed : the increased scope of the
operation , zoning and impact to adjacent properties ,
requirements of the Bulk Storage Regulations , setbacks
along drainage channels , screening and landscaping .
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SITE APPROVAL:
R. G . AND B. INVESTORS ; Appl . No . SA-845-75 ; site approval
for a warehouse in an L-1 zone; property located at
1120 S. W. 16th St.
Noting previous Planning Commission approval of an office-
warehouse facility at 1120 S . W . 16th St . , Mr . Smith advised
that the applicants have obtained approximately two addi -
tional acres--including 60 feet of right-of-way--to the
east through the acquisition of the street vacation of
Pacific Ave . S . W . , upon which they propose to construct
an additional warehouse to their complex . The following
factors were cited : building plans and the relationship
of the proposed structure to the existing facility , park-
ing for the total development , additional landscaping ,
sign modification , color coordination of the new structure
with the existing facility , and conformance with restrictive
covenants running with the land . Discussion followed , and
concerns were expressed relative to the following : the
relationship of the planned structure to the total develop-
ment, ingress and egress into the area , turning radius
between the structures , safety with respect to Fire Depart-
ment standards , and adequate parking for the entire complex .
Additional elevation drawings and more detailed information
were requested by the Commission .
FINAL PLAT: •
C. ISLE AND LAKE ADDITION ; Appl . No . FP-846-75 iLyle L .
Pickle ) ; Proposed Final Plat for a residential sub-
division ; property located on the north side of
N . 38th St. between Lake Washington Blvd . N . and
Park Ave . N.
The Assistant Planner reported that the applicant is seeking
final approval of approximately one half of the area approved
by the Commission for the preliminary plat in June 1975 , or
approximately two acres of the approximate total four acre
site . He stated that the area under consideration consisted
of nine single-family residential lots varying in size from
7600 square feet to 20, 500 square feet and described their
configuration . Mr . Smith advised that the applicant has
received deferral of off-site improvements from the Board
of Public Works for' a one year period and that the request
for approval of only half of the plat is in conformance
with accepted practice .
5- ADMINISTRATIVE :
A. FIELD TRIP
It was decided to visit the sites on an individual basis .
B. COMMITTEE REPORTS
1 . SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE
Commissioner Garrison noted that reports had already
been made with regard to the Edwards and Glacier Park
Company proposals and indicated that he would seek
confirmation of a proposed meeting on November 17th .
MEETING NOTES
PLANNI OMMISSION November 5 , 1975
ZONI COMMITTEE •
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A'nthone Mola , Chairman
Joan Walker , Member
Michael Smith , Staff
- SUBJECT :
William G . Moran ; Rezone #R-840-75 , R-1 to R-2
DISCUSSION :
Mike Smith gave a brief status report on the subject rezone .
He indicated that the Planning Department had written to
Mr. Moran , who lives in Ketchikan , Alaska . The Department
had requested additional information from Mr. Moran in terms
of his property ownerships in the area and his intentions
for the subject site .
ACTION : Mr. Smith informed the Commit,tee .that the Planning
Department would also contaeV,Vasco Realty to
inquire as to their position and ability, to answer
some.of the Commission ' s questions . The information
will be relayed to the Committee as soon as i.t is
received by the Planning Department.
SUBJECT : '
Glacier Park Company ; Rezone #R-560-69 , G to M-P and H-1
DISCUSSION :
Mike Smith gave a brief overview of the application including
the history behind it , its relationship to the pending Glacier
Park fill application , and the relationship to the proposed
Comprehensive Plan Amendment in the Valley . The Committee
initially discussed the proposed location of the M-P and H-1
portions of the request . The need for zoning at the present
time was discussed . Glacier Park wishes to fill , zone and
begin to develop the property as soon as possible .
The relationship of the request to the area of property within
the City of Tukwila and its corresponding zoning was discussed .
In general the request was considered to be compatible with
Tukwila ' s M-1 (Light Industry) zoning with the exception of
certain possible detrimental uses that are allowed under
MEETING NOTES
PLANNING COMMISSION ZONING COMMITTEE
NOVEMBER .5 , 1975
PAGE TWO
Renton ' s H-1 classification . Tukwila ` s M-1 zone , although
being designated Light Industry , contains many uses that
would be classified as H-1 (Heavy Industry). under Renton ' s
Zoning Code .
Because of the potential detrimental uses allowed under
the H-1 classification , the Committee discussed the possibility
of the applicant filing restrictive covenants that would
reduce the number of such uses and provide for Planning Com-
mission Site Plan approval similar to the M-P zone . In
previous discussions the applicant had expressed his agree-
ment to establishing restrictive covenants on the property.
The new H-1 zone was discussed especially with regard to
development standards . It was determined that in terms of
design standards this zone would be similar to the M-P zone.
The Committee discussed the exclusion of the Greenbelt area
and the P-1 Channel . It was felt that the Commission should
be consistent with its previous recommendation of the revised
Comprehens'ive ;Plan in which 80 acres were designated as
greenbelt/wetlands just south of the Shell Oil Company
property. The P-1 channel was also'iNfined in that previous
document. According to Glacier Park plans this area would
not be filled in the near future . Retaining the full 80
acres as opposed to a lesser figure would not only be con=
sistent with previous Planning Commission recommendations'
for the area , but would also allow the Council maximum
flexibility in its final consideration of the proper amount
of Greenbelt area to be retained when adopting the Compre-
hensive Plan . The Commission has in previous rezones excluded
the proposed P-1 Channel right-of-way .
The matter of potential rights-of-way was discussed . Mr. Smith
reviewed the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance , which
would be necessary if the applicant wishes to 'plat the property
and sell various parcels to potential developers . He said
that he had not received any recommendations from the Public
Works Department yet regarding possible rights-of-way .
ACTION : The Committee at this time did not want to make a
final recommendation , but felt that approval of the
M-P and H-1 appeared appropriated with restrictive
covenants as discussed on the H-1 portion of the
request , and with the exclusion of the 80 acre area
just south of the Shell Oil Company property and also
the proposed P-1 Channel right-of-way until final
determination regarding these areas is made .
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SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE MEETING
NOVEMBER 3 , 1975
ATTENDANCE : Larry Gibson , Chairman
Logan Garrison , Committee Member
Michael Smith , Planning Department
Tom Touma , Engineering Division
John Edwards , applicant
Dave Kennedy , consultant
SUBJECT: ( 1 ) JOHN C . EDWARDS , SPECIAL PERMIT FILE NO.
SP-752-74 , FOR SURFACE MINING OPERATION
DISCUSSION :
Michael Smith gave a brief overview of the amended applica-
tion indicating the reduction in size from that originally
proposed.
Mr. Dave Kennedy , engineering consultant for the appli -
cant , then gave a further explanation of the revised
application and proposed operation . He indicated that
as proposed the operation would not affect the existing
natural hillside area . The existing scarred bluff face
would be made safe by terracing and rehabilitation
(phase C) . The major portion of the operation would
be from the top of the hill (phases A and B of the
proposed plan ) . The actual top of the existing bluff
would be lowered 40 ' to 60 ' at its lowest point . Mr.
Kennedy indicated the life span of the proposed opera-
tion to be ±20 years .
The Committee felt that additional cross-section plans
of the terracing should be provided to better visualize
the proposal . The applicant agreed .
Mr. Gibson asked about the proposed drainage plans and
the impacts to the river and adjacent properties . Mr.
Gibson stated that he wanted the State Department of
Fisheries to review the plans . Mr . Kennedy explained
that the plans are to construct and maintain two reten-
tion ponds at the bottom of the hill and that to his
knowledge there has never been an impact on the river
created by this operation . The question was raised as
to on-site drainage facilities along the hillside areas
and terraces to control on-site drainage , erosion , and
slope integrity . Mr . Kennedy said this would be similar
to what was proposed in the original application . It
was felt that the proposed drainage facilities for the
revised application should be shown on the plans . Tom
Touma of the Engineering Division said that he would
probably agree with the drainage plans as proposed , but
he wished to see them in plan form to properly review •
them. The applicant agreed to provide these plans .
Another concern discussed was rehabilitation and the
intended future use of the site . Mr. Gibson indicated
that rehabilitation of the site should be geared toward
creating a useful site for future development that is
compatible with the Comprehensive Plan . Mr. Kennedy
indicated that standard rehabilitation would be utilized .
Mr. Smith indicated that a detailed rehabilitation plan
could be required as a later phase of the operation..
The Committee was also concerned about the operations
area at the bottom of the hill particularly with respect
to safety and visual impacts . Mr. Edwards and. Mr. Ken-
nedy said that they will be installing a security fence
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November 3 , 1975
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around the entire lower area . In response to the visual
question , they indicated they would screen the area adja-
cent to the highway and the houses immediately affected
with trees . They also indicated agreement with combining
the landscaping with . a five foot berm in these areas .
It was also indicated that the equipment storage area
would need to be defined and screened accordingly. They
said that they would also provide plans for these aspects
of the operation .
ACTION :
The Committee requested additional plans including :
1 ) on-site drainage plans
2 ) cross-sections of slopes
3) landscape , screening , operations area plans
Mr. Kennedy indicated he would have these plans available
to the committee within one week . The committee indicated
if this could be accomplished , they would be prepared to
recommend a public hearing date of November 26 , 1975 , be
set at the November administrative meeting .
Mr . Smith indicated that when the requested plans are
received , the Planning Department will solicit the
Department of Fisheries input .
SUBJECT: (2 ) GLACIER PARK COMPANY , SPECIAL PERMIT FILE
NO . SP-822-75 , FOR FILL AND GRADE
DISCUSSION : •
Mike Smith gave a brief overview of the application and
explained that the final EIS had been prepared and sent
to the various concerned persons and agencies .
There was discussion regarding the Glacier Park borrow
pit from which the initial fill material will:. be taken .
Using the figures presented in the EIS , the material
from the borrow pit will comprise phase 1 and half of
phase 2 of the fill operation . This has to be accom-
plished by October 15 , 1977 .
The committee also briefly discussed the operational
procedures , phasing of the operation , and the filling
of the 80 acre greenbelt proposed by the Planning Com-
mission in the revised Comprehensive Plan for the Valley.
ACTION :
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The committee wished to study the matter further after
comments are received from other City departments , but it
did appear to favor a partial permit approach to this
application .
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CITY OF RENTONP
PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY
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SUBJECE0N
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LOCATION : Green River Valley , Renton tween the
ington Northern
railroad tracks , and south of Shell Oil
Company property .
ZONING : G/M-P
COMMENTS : l_ 1 • An Environmental Impact Statement has been
prepared for the proposed fill project.
0j2d, try".. 2 . The fill project 767,0144/J
S—rrn�nncorl to a tend
over a twenty year period consisting of
evera ases . '
3 . A ± 40 acre area immediately adjacent to
the SR-167 Freeway Interchange and the East
Valley Road , are zoned M-P , has been
:( 1 . previously undeveloped . Another ± 60 acre
�� parcel , partially zoned M-P , adjacent to
/,l, S .W . 43rd Street between the proposed Lind
and Oaksdale Streets has also been filled ,
v� ! and is presently undeveloped . Another
d ± 30 acres toward the center of the site
have previously been filled .
n) The SCS P-1 drainage channel is presently
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. proposed to be constructed along the
I � western ± 300 feet and along the northwest
�� portion of the property . The proposed fill
V plans indicated that this area will not be
3 ` / V included in the fill project .
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D 1 5 . The fill will cover certain wetland areas
i 9f the Valley site .
▪ The Glacier Park Company proposes to leave
�y� � � r Js) unfilled in a greenbelt designation ± 20
acres of wetland directly south of the
1j� VLit Shell Oil Company property . 11 veve_r ,
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. Glacier Park Company proposed to attain the
fill initially from its borrow site in
King County ( located on Carr Road approxi -
mately one mile from the proposed fill
site ) , for which an extension of operation
until October 15 , 1977 was recently granted
by King County . Certain operating and
rehabilitation conditions were applied to
that approval . •
8 . Eventual development of the site is proposed
� . to consist primarily of Manufacturing Park
type uses and site design standards .
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STAFF REPORT
OCTOBER 31 , 1975
PAGE TWO
9 . According to the EIS the approximate
cubic yards needed are as follows :
PHASE 1 1 ,000 ,000. cubic yards
PHASE 2 1 ,056 ,500 cubic yards
PHASE 3 36 ,600 cubic yards
PHASE 4 171 ,500 cubic yards
PHASE 5 352 ,000 cubic yards
Total 2 ,616 ,600 cubic yards
It is estimated that material from the
borrow site will comprise approximately
60% of the fill needed or ± 1 , 569 ,960 cubic:
s . his would be equivalent to the
amount of material needed to complete all
of Phase 1 and about half of Phase 2,
( approximately 383 ,500 cubic yards within
the City of Renton) the remainder of
Phase 2 is in Tukwila .
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siltation c o pre en si ation
of Springbrook Creek and the Green River .
This situation shall be monitored during
the fill operation by the applicant and
Public Works Department , and methods to
control drainage and siltation on site
- presented in the EIS , or any other methods ,
shall be utilized as per approval of the
Public Works Department .
2 . Utilization of suitable erosion control
methods as per approval of the Planning
Department . T-bi s- A4o4 d d.e , but is
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7 : 30 A .M . to 4 : 00 P .M. on weekdays only .
j4 . Public streets affected b the operation
shall be kept ree of debris and shall be
-TRT,I- Tid necessary .
)<5 . Suitable dust control methods shall be
w en n
heappT-icant shall obtain a State Flood-
, plain permit', State Fisheries permit ,
fiUand other applicable Federal State or local
/ permits .
74� -7 , iiy other requirement of the King County
unclassified use permit .
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8. Posting of a bond (approximately $25 ,000
to $50 ,000 range) to insure compliance
if", with the above requirements .
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Tfp .�� MEMORANDUM
October 29, 1975
To : Warren Gonnason , Public Works Director
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From: William C. Turner , Planning Department
RE : GLACIER PARK COMPANY REZONE APPL .
NO. R-560-69 AND SPECIAL PERMIT TO
FILL AND GRADE APPL . NO. SP-822-75
The Planning Commission is currently studying Glacier
Park Company rezone application No . R-560-69 and
Special Permit to Fill and Grade Application No .
SP-822-75 .
Attached are both application files for the review
of the Engineering Divisions and the Traffic Engineer.
We would appreciate as soon as possible written
responses regarding any conditions you feel are
necessary to mitigate any possible impacts arising
from these request.
Thank you .
Attachments
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MEMORANDUM
TO Mike Smith DATE 10/29/75
FROM Gordon Ericksen
SUBJECT Glacier Park Special Permit. for Filling and Grading
Mr. Gordon , Property Mgr. , advised that Glacier has
received the ordinance approving their King County pit
Operation . It is No. 2503, dated October 9, 1975 .
Please obtain a copy. . .
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October 24 , 1975
Robert Boyd , Asst. Property Manager
Property Management Department
Glacier Park Company
Burlington Northern Company
Central Building - Lobby 2
Seattle , Washington 98104 •
RE : ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT STATEMENT ORILLIA
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT ; SPECIAL PERMIT
NO . SP-822-75
Dear Mr. Boyd :
We received the copies of the Final Environmental
Impact Statement for Orillia Industrial District on
October 21 , 1975 , and have sent them to all the interested
persons and agencies . We have also distributed copies to
the Planning Commission for their review.
It is hoped that the Special Studies Committee will
report its recommendation regarding the Special Permit
for fill and grade at the Planning Commission public
hearing , November 26 , 1975 . We appreciate your cooperation
in fulfilling the requirements of the State Environmental
Policy Act.
If you have any further questions , please contact
this Department.
Vary ;ru yo/wrs ,
Michael L . Smith
Assistant Planner
cc : J . J . Gordon
Property Management Dept .
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October 24 , 1975
Michael Brooks
Wilsey & Ham, Inc .
631 Strander Blvd .
Tukwila , WA. 98188
RE: FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT FOR
PROPOSED ORILLIA INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
Dear Mr. Brooks ;
We received the copies of the Final EIS for Orillia
Industrial District on October 21 , 1975 , and have sent
them to the various interested persons and agencies . We
have also distributed copies of the document to the
Planning Commission to assist them in their review of
The Special Permit Application . Attached is a copy of
the letter of Transmittal sent with the Final EIS . We
appreciate your cooperation in preparing the EIS . If you
have any further question , please contact this Department.
:fry Truly .'6 urs
1Qf i`ci�e�`r`''�L mrt h�G
Assistant Planner
Attachment
cc : J . J . Gordon , B. N .
Robert Boyd , B . N .
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APPLICATION : REZONE
APPLICANT : GLACIER PARK COMPANY
LOCATION : The property is generally located north
of S . W. 43rd , west of Lind Ave . S . W.
and east of the railroad R/W within
the City of Renton .
ZONING : G
APPLICABLE SEC- Sections : 4-713 , 4-729 , 4-730.
TION OF THE
ZONING CODE :
REQUEST : Applicant requests to rezone the property in
question from G to M-P and H-1 .
COMMENTS : 1 . The existing Comprehensive Plan indicates
Manufacturing Park and Heavy Industry uses
for the subject property .
2 . The proposed Comprehensive Plan indicates
Manufacturing Park with some greenbelt for
the site .
3 . The subject site is surrounded by Manufac-
turing Park and Heavy Industry zoned proper-
ties .
4 . Much of the property surrounding the site
is presently undeveloped .
5 . There is a request for a Special Permit to
fill and grade the entire site presently
before the Planning Commission . A Final
Environmental Impact Statement for this
project is presently being prepared .
Approximately 60% or 1 ,569 ,960 cubic yards
of fill is expected to be placed on the
property by October 15 , 1977 .
6 . The area requested to be zoned H-1 ( approxi -
mately 56 acres ) is between the proposed
Oaksdale Ave . location and the railroad
• tracks , directly north of Sternoff Metals
Corporation and south of the Tukwila city
limits .
7 . The applicant has indicated agreement to
establish certain restrictive covenants on
the property relating to potentially detri -
mental land uses .
8. The applicant would be required to sub-
divide the property prior to development as
per the subdivision ordinance . This would
include the dedication of the necessary
rights -of-way and subsequent development of
appropriate streets and improvements .
9 . The applicant has excluded a 20-acre parcel
adjacent to the Shell Oil Company property
for retention in the G zone category .
10 . The application was originally submitted on
2/5/69 and contained a greater amount of land
to be zoned H-1 . A portion of the property
was rezoned at that time to M-P . The remain-
ing area , constituting the present request ,
was set aside at the request of the applicant
and inadvertently delayed until now.
STAFF RECOMMENDA- . Recommend referral to committee for further
TIONS : study and recommendation .
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MEMORANDUM
October 22 , 1975
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TO : Files
FROM: Michael Smith
RE : FINAL EIS , ORILLIA INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
We received the final EIS with the changes and responses to
comments included in -it on October 21 , 1975 . I have received
the document and it appears to have satisfactorily included
the changes resulting from the comments received from the
Draft EIS and this Departments review.
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October 22 , 1975 .
TO : Files
FROM: William C . Turner ,
Planning Technician .
RE : GLACIER PARK COMPANY REZONE APPLICATION
#R-560-69 ;
To date the City of Tukwila has not responded to our
letter of October 15 , 1975 , in reference to the
Glacier Park Rezone reqest. Gary Crutchfield indicated
per telephone that Tukwila wishes to respond and it will
be forthcoming .
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October 22 , 1975
TO : Files
FROM: Michael Smith
RE : APPLICATION OF SEPA TO GLACIER PARK REZONE APPLICATION
No . R-560-69
I talked today with Larry Warren , Assistant City Attorney,about
whether SEPA applies to an application that was originally
submitted in 1969 . He said that it would apply because action
had not been completed prior to the enactment of SEPA .
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Renton, Washington 98055
Attn: William C. Turner
RE: Glacier Park Rezone Application
Dear Mr. Turner: .
Although at first we were concerned with the proposed rezone from G to H-1
adjacent to Tukwila, in analyzing the allowed uses in the H-1 zone in Renton,
as opposed to the M-1 zone in Tukwila, there are very few differences.
Based upon the above, the City of Tukwila has no comments to offer on this
rezone.
Thank you for the opportunity to respond.
Very truly yours,
SID "
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Manning Director
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MICHAEL J. BROOKS,A S L A • •
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October 21 , 1975
File No. 3-2296-0101-30
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Planning Department
The City of Renton
Municipal Building
200 Mill Avenue South
Renton, WA 98055
Attn: James L. Magstadt
Gentlemen: •
Wilsey & Ham, Inc. is transmitting, under separate cover, fifty-four (54)
copies. of the Orillia Industrial District Final Environmental Impact State-
ment in pre-addressed envelopes with postage affixed to cover the cost of mailing
both the document and your cover letter per your request. In addition, we are
transmitting forty-six (46) additional copies for your further distribution.
We have retained approximately 15-20 copies and will make them available to
you upon your request, should you have need of them.
Would you please send us a copy of your transmittal letter when it is prepared,
so we can complete our files? My thanks for this and for your assistance in
completing this EIS assignment.
Very truly yours, •
WILSEY & HAM,/ INC. . •
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INTEROFFICE CORRESPONDENCE
Date October 15, 1975
TO: Planning Department
FROM: Jim Hanson, Developmental Services Division
SUBJECT: Glacier Park Company Rezone
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process has been completed.
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October 15 , 1975
Gary Crutchfield
Tukwila Planning Department
6230 Southcenter Boulevard
Tukwila , Washington 98188
RE : Glacier Park Company Rezone Application
# R-560-69 ; G to M-P and H-1
Dear Mr. Crutchfield :
The City of Renton Planning Commission is currently con-
sidering the Glacier Park Company rezone request appli -
cation No . R-560-69 ; Rezone from G to M-P (Manufacturing
Park) and H-1 (Heavy Industry ) . The property under
consideration borders the City of Tukwila , (as noted on
the attached map ) and our Planning Commission requests
the City of Tukwila ' s opinions on the proposed action .
The public hearing on this rezone request is scheduled
for October 22 , 1975 at 8 : 00 P .M. and if any special
consideration is requested by the City of Tukwila please
inform us by the above noted date .
Very truly yours ,
44)lippes‘. Coo
William C . Turner
Planning Technician
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MEMORANDUM
October 9, 1975
TO: Files
FROM: Mike Smith
RE: GLACIER PARK
I talked today with Bob Boyd of Burlington Northern
Railroad and informed him that Glacier Park ' s Rezone
No . R-560-69 had been submitted to the Planning
Commission for its review and recommendation. We
discussed exclusion of P-Channel and street rights-
of-way and the 20 acre greenbelt area from the pro-
posed rezoning . He said that he would agree to
exclude the 20 acre greenbelt and leave it in the
G zoning category. Engineering Division has prepared
a revised. legal for the rezone .
I also informed him that we had submitted to the
consultant our responses to comments and amendments
to the Draft EIS for Orillia Industrial District.
The Final EIS will then be prepared and mailed to
recipients .
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He said that the quit claim deed for rights-of-way
in conjunction with the Rezone No. R-�i3G-69 (former
Broadacres property) was being revised and executed.
Once this is accomplished he will forward it on to
the City for filing .
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MEMORANDUM
October 3 , 1975
TO: Files
FROM: Michael L. Smith , Assistant Planner
RE : GLACIER PARK FINAL EIS
I talked to Mike Brooks of Wilsey and Ham today and indicated
to him that we had prepared the responses to comments on the
Draft EIS, and had reviewed the changes made in the document
for final draft purposes . I said that there were several
additions needed, and that we would note these in..the docu-
ment when we send our responses to comments .
He said to notify him when this information was ready and he
would have someone pick it up at City Hall . I advised him
it would probably be ready early next week.
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September 26 , 1975
TO: Files
FROM: Michael Smith
RE : Glacier Park EIS Orillia Industrial District
I met on September 23 , 1975 with Mike Brooks and LuEllen
Mathews of Wilsey Ham, Inc . , consultants for the Glacier
Park Company.
We initially discussed procedures for the preparation. and
distribution of the final document. I stated that it was
Department policy to send the final statement to all the
recipients of the draft statement. I also indicated that
we would prepare responses to all the comments to be included
with the comments themselves in the final document.
We then reviewed each comment separately and discussed pos-
sible answers to them and the resulting additions or changes
in the EIS . Anticipated responses to comments and additions
to EIS are as follows :
1 . Department of Highways comments
- Traffic volumes will be amended in the statement.
- The design year for the traffic volume estimates
will be explained in more detail .
- Additional information on traffic impacts and
possible mitigating measures will be added .
2. King County Department of Budget & Program Planning
comments
- Socio-economic impacts will be added.
- The Department will respond to possible alternative
fill permit decisions the. City may explore , as well
as the borrow site issue .
▪ Cumulative impacts of proposed action will be
explained.
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September 26, 1975
Page Two
- Additional explanation of alternate drainage schemes
if P-1 channel is not built and their effectivenss
will be added to the document.
3. Washington Department of Fisheries comments
- Additional explanation of impacts to Springbrook
Creek and Green River will be added.
- Potential erosion and various control methods will
be added.
- Location and potential impacts of borrow site will
be added.
4. Department of Agriculture , Soil Conservation Service
comments
- The Department wi.11 make comment on City Council
action with regard to 20 vs . 80 acres wetland
preservation.
- Additional drainage information will be added per
previous response to King County.
5 . Department of. Game comments
- Department will answer rezone question and comments
regarding quality of the fill .
- Additional drainage information will be added per
previous response to King County.
- Alternate drainage schemes and their impacts will be
added.
- Impacts to Springbrook Creek will be added per pre-
vious response to Department of Fisheries .
• - Department will answer question on wells in the area ,
and explain study being undertaken to access impacts
of P-1 channel on valley wetland areas .
- Clarify term "ponded area" in statement.
- Add information on birds and relative habitats .
- Add explanation of loss of habitat to section on
short-term uses and long-term productivity.
6. King County Department of Public Works comments
- Add drainage computations and provision of rock riprap
at drainage outlets .
- Department will answer other comments .
7. Puget Sound Air Pollution Control Agency comments
- No additional information to be added ; Department
will answer comments .
Glacier Park EIS Orillia Industrial District
September 26 , 1975
Page Three
8. Army Corps of Engineers comments
- Add reference to its studies .
9. Lakeview private Wild Bird Sanctuary
- Add partial fill to alternatives .
- Department will respond to other comments .
10. King County Department of Public Health , Department
of Ecology , U. S. Department of. Interior Fish and
Wildlife Service
- Department will respond. No additions to EIS are
necessary.
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After reviewing all the comments and possible responses , it
was agreed that the additions to the EIS would be made and
submitted to the Planning Department for review and assistance
in preparing its responses to the comments . Once the responses
have been prepared , they will be given to the consultant for
inclusion in the printing of the final EIS .
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September 17 , 1975
Robert Boyd
Assistant Property Manager
Glacier Park Company
Burlington Northern , Inc . •
Property Management- Department
Central Building , Lobby 2
Seattle , WA 98104
RE : Orillia Industrial District
Environmental Impact Statement
Dear Mr. Boyd : •
The thirty-day review period for the subject draft EIS has
expired . The comments received to date have been primarily
from other local and state agencies . We will review these
comments and set up a meeting with your consultant to discuss
the content of the Final EIS . •
We will keep you informed of subsequent actions related to
the Orillia Industrial District EIS .
Very truly yours ,
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Gordon Y . Ericksen
Plan ' ng Dire • or
Michael L . Smith
Assistant Planner
cc : Mayor Garrett
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September 11, 1975
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Renton, Washington 98055
City of Renton FpgRTM4
Orillia Industrial District
Draft Environmental Statement
Dear Mr. Ericksen:
Reference is made to your letter of August 6, requesting our review of the
draft environmental statement for the above proposal.
We have completed our review and offer the following comments :
The Department of Highways agrees that the proposal to fill and grade the
remaining acreage in the Orillia Industrial District, along with future develop-
ment to full industrial use, will have a significant impact on the highway
network and in particular SR 5, SR 405 and SR 167 as recognized in the state-
ment. However, it is extremely difficult, if not impossible, to fully evaluate
the potential impact of the development on the highway system, as well as
other environmental concerns, until the actual types of resident. industry are
identifiable.
The 1974 Average Daily Traffic volumes shown in the Statement (Figure K) do
not agree with the 1974 Annual Traffic Report published by the Department of
Highways as follows:
DOH Annual •
Statement Volumes Traffic Report Volumes
1-5 60,000 67,500
1-405 58,000 • 64,300
1,405 44,000 53,300
SR 167 23,400 • 26,700
SR 181 14,000 13,200
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In addition, the Average Daily Traffic projections shown (Figure L) are not
identifiable to a design year and do not include total Average Daily Traffic
predictions on the highway system. These corrections and additions will
assist in evaluating the predicted impact of the proposal.
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Mr. Gordon Y. Ericksen -2-- September l], 1975
In conclusion, it appears that the proposal to fill and grade the remaining
industrial site on a speculative basis to attract industry will have a significant
impact on existing highways once development is fully realized. In this respect
the statement fails to discuss possible measures to mitigate the predicted
impact on existing highways and streets. This impact should be fully
considered prior to proceeding with the proposal to commit additional land
for industrial purposes in this environmentally sensitive location.
Thank you for the opportunity to review this information.
If you have any questions concerning these comments, please contact
Mr. R. B. Davidson of this office. His telephone number is 753-3811.
Sincerely,
G. H. ANDREWS
Director of Highways
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By; H. R. GOFF
Assistant Director for
Planning, Research and State Aid
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Planning Department
City of Renton 5
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RE: DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT - ORILLIA
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
Dear Mr. Magstadt:
We have received the subject document and submit the following
comments for your consideration:
1. The statement is generally well written, particularly relating
to the environmental impacts of ,the proposed action on the physical
environment. However, the apparent omission of impacts of the
project on the socio-economic environment (ie. , primary and
secondary land use impacts, employment, community facilities,
public services , community values, aesthetics , etc.) both on and
off-site is not addressed in the document nor is any attempt
made to give the reader an indication of how these impacts may
be interrelated with the physical environment. Although the
impacts of a project this size may have substantial impacts on
. the ecosystem of. the site and adjacent terresterial and avian
communities, the living environment of man and the quality of
that environment might likewise be substantially impacted.
2 . There is some concern regarding the apparent conflict with
(a) the proviso established in the SCS project that, "All land
not needed or used for commercial-industrial development will be
planned and managed for wildlife open-space until such time as it
is utilized in additional developments" and (b) the expeditious
manner in which land must be filled to take advantage of the
'available source of fill from the County borrow site. These two
objectives appear to be in conflict with each other and interim
resolution seems to indicate the compromise of the first objective.
3. The statement documents plans for the construction of temporary
drainage facilities to handle surface water runoff in the eventuality
the SCS project is not approved. Permanent solutions however, are
either not contemplated or not addressed in the statement.
4. Site specific impacts of the grading and landfill operations
are well done. Impacts of borrow operations that are located
at the County site or other commercial site locations, however,
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James L. Magstadt
September 9, 1975
Page Two
do not directly address the Countywide issue of borrow
excavation and use of this resource or the environmental
impacts of this operation on the neighborhoods adjacent
to these proposed sites .
5 . The cumulative impacts of this project and others like
it that may result or be encouraged by this action could be
explored to establish a regional perspective of the impact
analysis. Land use issues, water quality issues and the like
may be impacted directly or secondarily as a result of this
action.
We hope these comments will assist you in your planning
activities.
Sincerely,
J. Robert Edmundson, Chief
Land Use Planning Section
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cc: John P. Lynch, Director
Budget & Program Planning
, 1! September 10, 1975
Introduc__ by: Bernice Stern
Proposed Ordinance No: 73-594
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10 AN ORDINANCE amending King County Zoning Code, Resolution
No. 25789, as amended, by amending the Zoning Map thereof
11 adopting a Unclassified Use Permit on certain property thereon at
the request of Glacier Park Company, Division of Land Use Manage-
12 ment, File No. 316-73-P.
13 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF KING COUNTY:
14 SECTION 1, Glacier Park Company petitioned on August 23, 1973, that the Un-
15 classified Use Permit be adopted on property described in Section 3 below and this
16 application was assigned Division of Land Use Management File No. 316-73-P.
17 SECTION 2. The report and recommendation of the Division of Land Use Manage-
18 ment was transmitted to the Zoning and Subdivision Examiner on October 9, 1973 and
19 November 15, 1973, and hearing was held by the Examiner on the matter October 16,
20 1973 and November 20, 1973. The report of the Examiner was filed with the Clerk of
21 the King County Council on December 5, 1973, and the Council approved the reclass-
22 ification by Motion No. 1455 on March 4, 1974, subject to conditions which have now
23 been satisfied.
24 SECTION 3. The legal description of the property designated is attached as
25 Appendix A and is hereby made a part of this ordinance. The above described prop-
26 erty is shown on the attached map which is designated Appendix B and is hereby
27 made a part of this ordinance. The development plan is designated Appendix
28 C and is hereby made part of this ordinance.
29 SECTION 4. As provided for in King County Zoning Code Resolution No. 25789,
30 as amended, the King County Council does hereby grant the unclassified use permit 11
31 to allow for the removal of natural materials described and shown in Section 3,
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APPENDIX LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
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The S.E. 1/4 of
of the south 1/2 of she N.W,
1/4 Section
of the north 1/2 of said S.E. 1/4� also leSst a east5, leas the ,
1/4. Less he east 43 t ofeast 4.1t1'
That porno Counts, and State ro the south 15'
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except
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County
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the
unty roads, northwest 1/4 (S 1/2 S.E.1/2 a /4 N. as 1/4 Cao Road:
South 400 feet I/4 N'W• I ), Les
West 1 et of thes
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feet thereof: Section 32-23-
the
county roads.
and except the east 15 except the northheast 37 feet I/4 of the north-
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE
Room 360 U.S. Courthouse, Spokane, Washington 99201
September 2, 1975
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Mr. Gordon Y. Ericksen r CF'V&1
Planning Director rS
City of Renton
Municipal Building SEP 8 1975
200 hull Avenue South
Renton, Washington 98055 \` ------ 2
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Dear Sir: �Ji �`
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Thank you for forwarding your draft environmental impact statement to
us, relative to Glacier Park Company Proposed Fill and Grade for Orillia
Industrial District.
In general, the statement recognizes all of the problems and changes in
conditions resulting from the proposed action. Several items should be
considered for review as they will impact conditions both within and out
of the project area.
1. Page 15
The DEIS sets out criteria on wildlife habitat adopted by the Renton
City Council but does not state that these conditions will be met.
The only exception is found on page 28, 1st paragraph, where it states,
"a portion of the wetland in the northwest corner will be retained as
a green belt area". An added statement that this meets the City Council
criteria would seem appropriate.
2. Page 22-3.c
Runoff from the area is proposed to be accommodated by the proposed
SCS drainage system. Time of the project is within two years (page
13-5) . Has consideration been given to hydrologic conditions that
will exist if adequate drainage is not provided by dates of this
project completion?
We appreciate the opportunity to review your draft and hope our comments
will be of help to you. If the Soil Conservation Service can be of future
assistance to you, please let us know.
Sincerely,
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Galen S. Bridge
State Conservationist
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n MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH.98055
0 AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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235 - 2550 TE0 SEPIT'
August 29 , 1975
Mr . Robert Boyd
Lobby 2
Central Building
810 3rd Avenue
Seattle , WA. 98104
RE : Broadacres , Inc. rezone G to M-P #R-636-69 ;
property located on S .W. 43rd Street between
East Valley Highway and Lind Avenue S .W.
Dear Mr . Boyd :
Pursuant to our discussion on August 28 , 1975 , and the
letter to Mr. Cowles dated September 12 , 1974 , the rezone
application for the property previously owned by Broadacres ,
Inc . and recently attained by the Glacier Park Company is
still valid . The Ordinance granting M-P zoning has been
held in the City Council ' s Legislation Committee pending
final transferral of property ownership , and dedication of
certain rights-of-way.
Final adoption of the Ordinance can proceed subject to
the following items ;
1 . Submittal of a letter from the present property
owner to the City Council requesting final adop-
tion of M-P zoning for the property.
2 . Dedication of an additional 20 ' of right-of-way
along the southerly boundary of the property
adjacent to S . W. 43rd Street , and an additional
7 ' of right-of-way along the westerly boundary
of the property adjacent to Lind Avenue S.W.
This can be coordinated with Mr . Tom Touma in
the Engineering Division .
3 . Submittal of an affadavit of ownership of the
property (blank forms are attached ) .
4 . Submittal of an Environmental Impact Worksheet
(blank copies are attached) .
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August 29 , 1975
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Once we have received this information we will then jI
forward it to the City Council for final adoption of the
M-P rezone ordinance . We hope , that this information
will assist you and expedite finalization of the rezone
procedures . If we can be of further assistance , please
contact this Department .
Very truly yours ,
Caordon Y . Ericksen
Planning Dir ct r
M chael L. Smith_
Assistant Planner
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C.) aR THE CITY OF RENTON
MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH.98055
Gp AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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August 21 , .1975
MEMORANDUM
TO: Gordon Y. Ericksen
Planning Director
FROM: Mike Smith/Bill Turner •
RE : Glacier Park Company H-1. Rezoning Application
2/5/69' and Letter Dated July 7 , 1975
1 ) Rezone application filed February 5 , 1969 for
properties zoned G to be rezoned to M-P & H-1 .
Application No. R-560-69.
2) Rezone for G to M-p & H-1 recommended by the Planning
Commission February 26 , 1969.
3) February 27 , 1969, letter from Gordon Y . Ericksen
to Glacier Park Company noting Planning Commission
action and stating need to work out restrictive
covenants for landscaping and setbacks as per intent
expressed by Glacier Park Company.
4) Covenants drafted by the Planning Department and
agreed upon May 14 , 1969, by R. M. Boyd . Covenants
to. last 4 years or until MPH Zoning Ordinance is
adopted by Renton City Council which ever is less .
Glacier Park Company property would alive auto-
matically been rezoned from H-1 to MPH upon inactment
of new Zoning Ordinance .
5 ) May 28, 1969, Planning Commission reviewed restrictive •
covenants and referred matter to Planning Director
to make final changes discussion in meeting .
6) Jun.e 4 , 1969 , letter from Planning Director to
Glacier Park Company with revised restrictive
covenants attached for Glacier Park Company for
review and approval .
Memo to Gordon Y. Ericksen
August 21, 1975
Page Two
7 ) September 15 , 1969. Letter to Renton Planning
Commission and Tukwilla Planning Commission from
Glacier Park Company asking that entire application
be suspended until Renton ' s new Proposed Zoning
Ordinance be adopted.
8) October 8, 1969 , Planning Commission recommended
approval of M-P portion of Rezone Application to
City Council suspending H-1 portion as Glacier
Park Company requested.
9) October 20, 1969 , City Council reviewed G to M-P
rezone request and referred rezone application to
Law & Ordinance Committee for proper Ordinance.
10) October 29 , 1969, Glacier Park Company requested
that G to M-P rezone application be suspended in
order that B-N might review their own intentions
as to property use.
11 ) December 16 , 1969(? ) , verbal go ahead from Glacier
Park over phone (memo from G. Y . E. )
12) December 22 , 1969 , Ordinance . #2533 passed for G
to M-P section.
13) August 4, 1972 . Letter from Glacier Park Company
received by Tukwilla (see attached). requested, rezone
be considered as per Comprehensive Plan . We could
not find any evidence that the City of Renton
received a similar letter on this date.
14 ) September 13 , 1973. Letter from Glacier Park
Company. Nobody has a copy of this letter.
15 ) July 7 , 1975. Letter from Glacier Park Company
recounting history of application and asking for
re/one application from G to H-1 to be re-activated.
December of 1974 .
Tukwilla Planning Commission denied Heavy Industrial Zoning
request by Glacier Park Company pending deannexation agree-
ment by the City of Renton and City of Tukwilla . Deannexa-
tion agreement did not go through and Glacier Park Company
has the right to get their request re-reviewed.
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NPSEN-PL-ER 21 AUG 1975
Gordon Y. Ericksen, Director
Planning Department
City of Renton
£ 200 Mill Avenue South
Renton, Washington 98055
Dear Mr. Ericksen:
We have reviewed the draft environmental impact statement regarding
the Glacier Park Company Proposed Fill and Grade for Orillia
' Industrial District. We have the following comments.
Please refer to paragraph 7, page 14. The Corps of Engineers has
conducted studies which recommend improving the levees on the Green-
Duwamish River. These studies advise that, without such improvements,
the operation of the drainage system pumping plants during high water
could cause levee failure and flooding. The statement does not refer
to these studies.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this statement.
Sincerely yours,
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RENS �G� ,FREDERICK WEBER
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MEMORANDUM
CITY of TUKWILA
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
TO: Mr. Turner
FROM: Fred N. Satterstrom, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: Regarding the Berlington Northern Rezone Request DATE: 20 August 197!
Enclosed is the August 4, 1972 letter from Burlington Northern Railroad •
to City Planning Commissions of Renton and Tukwila.
Also enclosed you will find a letter dated January 9, 1975 sent to Burlington
Northern by Gary Crutchfield, our Assistant Planner, regarding the rezone
denial by the Tukwila Planning Commission.
I hose these materials will be of some use to you.
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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Mr. Richard Larson, Manager
Real Estate Development, •
Burlington Northern
820 Central Building •
Seattle, Washington 98104
RE: Glacier • Park Rezone • •
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Dear -Mr. Larson:
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As you may recall, the Tukwila Planning Commission, in late •
1972 was requested to rezone to Heavy Industry that portion
of the proposed Glacier Industrial Park which lies within
the Tukwila corporate limits. The Commission' s decision
in early 1973 was to create a "Heavy Industrial Park" classi-
fication .which your property would then receive. . Naturally,
it was anticipated to take quite some time to .accomplish
such a task and work on the proposed classification proceeded •
slowly in conjunction with the new .classif ication being coin-. .
cidentally created by the City of Renton for the surrounding ' •
general land area.
Over the past two years, little•.notable progress has been
• • made in the direction the Planning Commission had intended •
to move in order to facilitate the rezone request. Moreover,
other priorities and a reduced staff • effectively precluded • •
any further progress. Since August . of 1974,• however, the
Commission has directed this office to analyze the alterna-
tive of deannexation. This process would essentially involve
the joint venture of the City of Renton and City of Tukwila
to obtain approval to realign our common corporate boundary
line in the vicinity of the Glacier Industrial Park. This •
avenue is considered to be the most viable alternative in
consideration of the availability of utilities, access and
egress, and most importantly, emergency service such as •
fire and police protection. •
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While we consider this alternative to be the ideological
one, it must be kept in mind it is not necessarily the most
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Glacier Park Rezone. _ Page 2 .
convenient or hasty manner to solve a long-standing problem.
This type of joint-municipality program is quite difficult
• to even get off the ground let alone accomplish the objective.
Upon due consideration of the alternatives available, ' the
length of time already passed since the original request.
and moreover, the anticipated amount of time involved in 6.
a deannexation procedure, the Planning Commission votedVAA- N(j4�
unanimously to deny the rezone request with....the acknowledge- �1
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merit that shou-1d— he-deannexatio_n proposal pro ,e Q_tte f,ruit,..G� AIN
Mess;the Commission will again entertain the rezone request -, ,,
at" no additional-additional —e-s-°to��the�-appli-carr�t-:-'-' Q
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In closing, this office p g ani, G
regard to the extreme delay in arriving at the present junc- e ,A vt
ture and' should the action contained herein pose any signi- l 4
ficant setbacks in your proposal, please do not hesitate to
contact us, to discuss any alternatives. • • -
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BURLINGTON NORTHERN
820 Central Building
INDUSTRIAL AND REAL ESTATE Seattle,Washington 98104
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Telephone (206) 623-5560 or 624-1900
Planning Commission August 4, 1972
City of Renton
Renton, Washington 98055
Planning Commission ✓
Town of Tukwila
Tokwila, Washington 98168
Gentlemen:
Please refer to our joint letter of September 15, 1969, wherein
Glacier Park Company requested the zoning to MH of certain pro-
perty of that company lying north of 43rd and east of the railroad
tracks, a portion of which property is within the corporate limits
of Tukwila and the balance is within the corporate limits of the
City of Renton.
Ix the subsequent period of tine the City of Renton has endeavored
to arrange for an amendment to the zoning code, but because of cer-
tain objections it has been deemed inadvisable to change the Ma
zoning from that provided in the ordinance of October 1964.
The entire area is within that area designated for Heavy Industry
or Manufacturing, and it is now desired the rezoning take place
under the existing ordinances of the City of Renton as well as
of the Town of Tukwila. Will each of your respective commissions
please consider the request for the zoning of this property as
provided in the Comprehensive Plan.
Sincerely, ,)
RICHARD D. LARSON
Regional Manager - Real Estate
By: ...y:<. 24- ..
R: M. Boyd.
Assistant Regional Manager �1� T��/
Real Estate
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Burlington Northern's proposal to fill more,than— in part to a decision by King County that BN must A_
450 acres at Orillia Flats will have a "significant" cease operating its gravel pit on Benson Hill by .. /
effect on the environment, according to a draft October 1977. A,
environmental impact statement released earlier: "The applicant suggests that feasibility of the `'
this month. 4,'s
project would be very much in question"if the fill is xa
' The statement was•prepared by Wilsey and Ham, not allowed to proceed on the requested schedule, `� �/+� �. s
lington Northern's consultants. It says the fill, the impact statement says. I % f ,; .
_�.-fined to pave the way for industry in southwest' • "If the project were to become unfeasible, the NO 1-qp5 " ' I'n `{h
D..nton;will: project site would be disposed of by the applicant • r -�S� .=
r :� liminate potential agricultural activity in the through the most expedient means available to him:-= j , (�
This would probably result in sale of the land on an'' _ _ ' `— u �,acraes
robably increase pollution in the Green River incremental basis and subsequent #'
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— Probably cause some wetlands that are used "It remains a matter of conjecture as to whether sOUTMce a — «,:,; ,,N
extensively by wildlife to dry up. _ , the resulting impacts of incremental >.
—Eliminate much of the area's vegetation. development would be greater or lesser than with a _ = '•`' ..n:
—Destroy bird and wildlife habitat. - single-owner development program.
-Probably harm air quality. Impact
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— Bring more traffic into an already strained In discussing long-range impacts, the statement CITY UNITS ��,-':.-: :45;1,,, • -
transportation system: says the project "will certainly add a substantial _ - :=r`
Some of,the impacts are immediate. Others will amount of sediment and contaminants"to the Green
come when industry locates on the filled land: River system. ,� " 5-
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' .The fill is the first step in BN's plans to develop 600 ` "It is the.cumulative effect of all such projects -'. =
acres it owns north of Southwest 43rd Street between • which:add up to an,environmental problem," the
the East and West Valley roads.The statement says statement continues. KENT C Y LIMITS-7
137 acres have already been filled. The impact on flora and fauna will be P great,too:
Tie railroad has offered to set aside 20 acres of. - "Terrestrial habitat areas will be almost entirely -
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,:land for wildlife. But the impact statement removed," the statement says. "The songbird - ''�
questions the value of the area as open space. population will be reduced in total numbers-and
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20 or 80? diversity. Pheasant populations will be reduced or O " y
'le continued value of this wetland for wildlife- totally lost. Mammal species, particularly small )) •
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' h, t will depend on how its character is in- mammals,will be affected because of their limited ti
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Renton Planning Commission has proposed: : While the kinds of industries that may e attracted ael III-1 J > 1
expanding the area to 80 acres:Their recommends..; - to the site aren't known yet, "it is likelythat future - Ill `"'�
tion came after environmental organizations " industries will cause some degradation of air qual- ! a Q ' 4 m
testified the BN land is among the most valuable' ity,"the statement continues. 3 m I d W Q > 2
areas for wildlife in the entire Seattle area. It calls the project's impact on traffic"massive."
But no matter how much space is set aside,most of "Any further development will have an adverse 4
the land will be covered with an average of six feet of . effect on the presently overloaded freeway system," oaa�i a .
•fill dirt.First BN needs to obtain a filling and grad, the statement adds. INDUSTRIAL LOCATION ,
ing permit from the planning commission. A final environmental impact statement, includ- DISTRICT FIGURE A.
While the railroad says the entire industrialization • ing comments from citizens and agencies,should be =?
project may not be completed for another 25 years,it issued later this year.Comments must be submitted Sketch shows Burlington Northern roper 3
proposes filling the site in much less time.That's due' ' to the;Renton Planning Department by Sept.6. Shaded area is the 450-acre fill addressed in the tat ment
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2, THE CITY OF RENTON
A MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON, WASH. 98055
33,6 -IN 4, AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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August 6 , 1975
RE : Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Glacier Park Company Proposed fill
and grade for Orillia Industrial
District .
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The attached draft document is submitted to you
for your review pursuant to Washington State
Environmental Policy Act , Chapter 43 . 21C RCW .
The Glacier Park Company special permit applica-
tion is presently under study by the Renton
Planning Commission . Your input at an early date
would be appreciated in order to allow Planning
Commission review and incorporation of your
comments into the final Environmental Impact
Statement .
Please direct your written response to the
Planning Department within thirty days or by
September 6 , 1975 in accordance with SEPA
guidelines .
If you have additional questions on the subject
matter , contact the Renton Planning Department ,
235-2550 .
Very truly yours ,
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Plann ( Director
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THE CITY OF RENTON
MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE.SO. RENTON,WASH.98055
AVERY GARRETT,MAYOR PLANNING DEPARTMENT
124tA SEPtette ,
July 24 , 1975
Mike Brooks
Wilsey & Ham, Inc .
631 Strander Blvd .
Seattle , Washington
• RE : Glacier Park Company EIS
Dear Mr. Brooks :
Attached is a copy of the mailing list for the
Draft EIS to be included in the document , and to
assist you in preparing the stamped , addressed en-
velopes for our distribution . As discussed pre-
viously , we will need approximately 100-125 copies
for distribution .
If you have any questions , please contact this
Department.
Ver truly , ou s i'
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Michael L . Smith
Assistant Planner
Attachment
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C.) imeRTHE CITY OF RENTON%,
MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98066
AVERYGARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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MEMORANDUM
July 24 , 1975
TO: Files
FROM: Jim Magstadt
Assistant Planning Director49 7
RE : Burlington Northern Fill Permit
The typed draft of the Burlington Northern EIS was
delivered to the Planning Department for our review
at 11 :20 a .m. July 23 , 1975 . I reviewed the docu-
ment and called Mike Brooks at 2 :00 p.m. to note
several items and to ask him to print final docu-
ments for distribution .
Mike and his assistant , Llewellyn , were out and
were not expected back until Thursday morning . I
requested that he contact me as soon as possible .
Mike Brooks contacted me at 9 :00 a .m. , July 23 , 1975 ,
and I dictated staff comments and requested that
they print the draft EIS document and send us a
minimum of 100 copies for distribution . Mike stated •
that he was short of staff so he would anticipate
that the reports will be delivered to us July 28 ,
or 29th.
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MEMORANDUM
TO Files DATE. 7/17
FROM Jim Magstadt•
SUBJECT Burlington/Northern Special Permit
Mike Brooks contacted me this date indicating that he needed
additional time for his preparation for his review with the
Planning staff and requested that the meeting be rescheduled
to Friday, July 18, at 10 a .m.
cc : G. Ericksen
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z o MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98055
p co AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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MEMORANDUM
July 17 , 1975
TO: Files
FROM: Jim Magstadt
Assistant Planning Director
RE: Burlington Northern Fill Permit
Mike Smith and I met with Mike Brooks of Wilsey & Ham
to review their comments and changes in the statement.
Mike Brooks was then going to have the comments typed
and submit the original typed statement to us so that
we may proof it before final printing . They were also
going to make some graphic changes that were not cor-
rect in the report. I indicated to Mike Brooks that
we could review the typed proof in one day and mean—
time they could make the graphic changes so that there
would not be any time delay.
July 22 , 1975
Mike Brooks called and indicated he would be bringing
the statement to the Planning Department tommorow
(Wednesday, July 23 , 1975 ) for our review.
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0 o8~i MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON.WASH. 98055
po AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
oTfoSEPTE���� 235 - 2550
July 11, 1975
Director of Planning
City of Irvine Planning Department
Municipal Building
Irvine, California 92664
Deaf Sir:
The City of Renton is in the process of developing
a new industrial ordinance using performance standards
to regulate industrial uses. Several local industrial
developers involved in the ordinance draft process have
mentioned restrictive covenants that they felt were very
effective and were used to regulate uses in the Irvine
Industrial Complex.
I would sincerely appreciate receiving a copy of
these covenants if you have an available copy. If not,
would you inform us of a possible source.
Your concurrence with this request would be appre-
ciated.
Sincerely,
James L. Magstadt
Asst. Planning Director •
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z o MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98055
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AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
235.- 2550
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MEMORANDUM
TO : Files
FROM: James L . Magstadt, Assistant Planning Director%
SUBJECT: Burlington Northern Fill -Permit
I called Mike Brooks Thursday, July 10 and
was not able to reach him. I left a message
for him to call me .
I called Mike Brooks Friday , July 11 to
check on the status of the E. I . S . Statement.
Mike informed me that he ' s had the flu this
last week, and has not been able to get to
the statement. I noted that if they had
any particular questions that we could help
them with , we would be glad to do so . He
indicated that everything was in order;
it just was a matter of completing the state-
ment. He expected to have it completed
by July 16 or 17 : and stated he would keep
me informed.
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MEMORANDUM
July 11, 1975
TO: Files
FROM: Jim Magstadt 072
Assistant Planning Director
RE: Burlington Northern Fill Permit (E.I.S .)
I contacted Bob Boyd regarding Burlington Northern
Fill Permit and indicated that we anticipated re-
ceiving the statement from Wilsey & Ham the 16th
or 17th of July. It should only take a day or two
for staff review and then publication should pro-
ceed. If Wilsey & Ham does not include pertenant
data requested, then the Planning staff will have
to insert this information into the statement before
sending it out under the City's name.
Bob said he appreciated out follow through and
would like to be informed on the progress .
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THE CITY OF RENTON
o BUILDING UILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98055
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235 - 2550
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July 8 , 1975
Robert Boyd , Assistant Property Manager
Burlington Northern , Inc .
Central Building , Lobby 2
Seattle , Washington 98104
Dear Mr. Boyd :
In regards to our telephone conversation on June 30 , 1975 ,
concerning the Burlington Northern Fill Permit , I ' ve been
in contact with Mike Brooks , Wilsey and Ham , Inc . , to
clarify our conversation noting the Environmental Impact
Statement ( EIS ) would address only the fill permit , and a
separate statement would be sub'mitted• at the time a rezone
or pending development is anticipated . The technical
supplemental document submitted could continue to serve. as
the main appendix for future developments , with supplemental
information concerning development or zoning details sub-
mitted with each draft Environmental Impact Statement .
I also contacted Mike on July 3 , 1975 and he indicated that
they were working on the statement and that we could expect
to be receiving this imput shortly.
If there are any further questions concerning the statement ,
fill permit or rezone procedure , please contact me .
ncerely ,
Ji/
ame . Magstadt
Ass ' ant Planning Director
cc : Avery Garrett, Mayor
Gordon Y . Et-icksen , Planning Director
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Lobby 2
Central Building
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND Seattle, Washington 98104
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Telephone (206) 624-1900
July 7, 1975
City Council
Renton, Wash.
Gentlemen: .
At the meeting of the Council held on June 15 a first reading of a pro-
posed revision of the R-1 Zoning Code was heard. At that time the writer
made certain suggestion:: and mentioned the current application of Glacier
• Park Company to rezone some of its acreage located south of the oil tanks
in the Orillia Industrial District. A general statement was made with
respect to some two years having elapsed in a rezone application for this
area being considered.
One of the Councilmen asked that this particular delay be specifically
, outlined. The facts are these:
Glacier Park Company is the owner of the property in question and a.formal
request for. Heavy Industrial. Zoning was made upon the City of Renton on
di/.154? -.,-,--S . Concurrently a request was made to the City of Tukwila
for similar Heavy Industrial Zoning,
The Planning Departments of each city advised of some discussion being held
covering the proposed drafting of identical zoning ordinances. However, it
was not until ?.ugust 4, 1972, that it became apparent the attempt to change
the codes could not be accomplished. On that day the undersigned requested
each of the Planning Departments of the respective Cities of Renton and
N°r'"" Tukwi1_a to proceed with our request for Heavy Industrial Zoning as provided
tA., in the Comprehensive Plans . A portion of the property had bean rezoned to
� '�" PSP by the City of Renton.
Nothing meaningful happended until the writer learned of a proposed Manufac-
turing Park - Heavy Zoning Ordinance that would allow most uses of H-1
zoning but would have a number of restrictions that would create unsatis-
factory and uneconomic conditions.
Draft of this ordinance dated August 20, 1973 appeared. We were induced to
=0-42 -ip amend application for 11-1 Zoning to MPH and on September 13, 1973, a letter
%-'"' was written doing so but referring only for the land east of 80th, then
in the G-Zone.
Previously our application for zoning to Manufacturing Park for an area
around the south and east perimeters of the Glacier Park Company property had been approved. We have been unable to determine precisely the : //Zy
upon which this anufacturillg Park Zoning yes adopted but we do have n /��
our files a Revised Zoning Map prepared by the Renton Planning Department
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City Council
July 7, 1975
Page Two
bearing the 7.egeni, "Ls amended through Ordinance No. 2729 dated lugust 16,
1972" . The map showed the property of the Glacier Park Company around the
perimeter zoned U-P. The proposed changes in the codes to provide for
111P-L and it-P-a were not adopted.
The Comprehensive 1,and Use Plan of the City provides for R-1 zoning of this
area as the ordinance existed in 1966. We feel the continued shifting of
intended zoning codes and uses has simply resulted in nothing meaningful
being accomplished. We feel that as a urtter of fairness this entire central
area should be forthwith zoned 11-1 simply because of the failure to adopt
the :•I-P-I? zoning as proposed two years ago. Obviously our original appli-
cation should be reinstated pursuant to our letter of September 15, 1969.
Very truly yours,
J. J. GORDON, Manager
Property l nagemenp
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By: R. M. BOYD, As . ranger
Property Management
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1 THE CITY OF RENTON
2 o MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON.WASH. 98055
O AVERYGARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
(4 235 - 2550
O,Q4ito SEIAt
MEMORANDUM
July 3, 1975
TO: Files
FROM Jim Magstadt
Assistant Planning Director
RE: Burlington Northern Draft Environmental
Impact Statement on Their Fill Permit
I contacted Mike Brooks July 3, 1975, and asked when
we could expect to receive the Draft Statement of
Burlington Northern since we were anxious to review
their revisions in order to include them in the
Statement that will be reviewed by other Governmental
agencies . Mike informed me that they had five
statements they were working on at the same time and
that he would probably have to work on this state-
ment over the weekend, and would be forwarding it
to us shortly.
JLM:rh
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C.) im.IR1 THE CITY OF RENTON
a MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98055
0� �o AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
'$ <4, 235 - 2550
��TEU SEPtE°
June 30 , 1975
MEMORANDUM
TO : Files
FROM: Joan A. Lankford , Assistant Planner
RE : ORILLIA INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT (Burlington Northern)
DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
A meeting was held June 30 , 1975 on the abovementioned pro-
ject with the following people in attendance :
Jim Magstadt , Staff Llewellyn Mathews ,
Mike Smith , Staff Wilsey and Ham
Joan Lankford , Staff t.
The staff met with Wilsey and Ham to discuss the comments
noted on the draft EIS (dated June 5 , 1975) which were pro-
vided to Wilsey and Ham; a copy is available in the Planning
Department office.
Since the document is directed to rezone and filling and
grading the following items need to have more specific infor-
mation provided :
1 . There is no rezone application on file with the
Planning Department . The last application for
rezone to H-1 in 1969 was suspended in December
1969 , at the request of Burlington Northern .
2 . The document needs to designate the specific
rezone catagory being applied for or those parti -
cular standards and catagories being requested ,
along with the impact of the different levels of
rezone (H-1 , M-P) and standards , intensity of
development , set backs , etc .
3 . Further elaboration regarding the quantity of fill
( 2 . 6 million cubic yards) needs to be discussed :
Memo to Files
June 30 , 1975
Page Two
• n of quantity from Burlington Northern
a) relatieon million cubic yards)
Railroad borrow suested ,7phasing schedule of
to total fill requested , etc.
fill , alternate borrow sites ,b) traffic ,
impact of truck haul on air , noise ,
clean-up , and safety control .
c) Planing
Commission has designated 80 acres to
be set aside for wildlife habitat areas .
f 600
lacing fill in portion o
d) alternative of pnt is abt protected
ires
in relation to material available at this
time siSCeearsplete from nowe op until 2 Y
of filled areas in relation to and not Con-
servation
e) impactprovision Serviced P in additional
cur-
rentlyneeded be planned as wildlife open-space
until such time it is utilized
development.
4. Include copy of King County Grading Permit of Orillia
Borrow pit.
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1. THE CITY OF RENTON
A o MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98055
0 AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
235 - 2550
�4Tf0 SEP1-
MEMORANDUM
June. 27 , 1975
TO: Files
FROM: Joan A. Lankford
Assistant Planner
RE: ORILLIA INDUSTRIAL PARK
BURLINGTON NORTHERN - DRAFT EIS
Wilsey and Ham called today (June 27 , 1975) and at
their request rescheduled the meeting set for Friday,
June 27, 1975 to Monday, June 30 , 1975 at 8 :30 A.M.
in the third floor conference room.
cc: Don Stark
Administrative Assistant
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A % THE CITY OF RENTON
z o MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98055
o� 4o AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
4 Q 235 - 2550
�ATEO SEPIt°
MEMORANDUM
June 25 , 1975
TO: Avery Garrett, Mayor
FROM: James L. Magstadt , Asst. Planning Director
RE: Process of Draft Environmental Impact
Statement Submitted by Burlington Northern
The staff has been in constant contact with Wilsey
and Ham, consultants in charge of preparing the
Draft Environmental Impact Statement . Information
has been requested in order to complete this state-
ment. Wilsey and Ham has been furnishing that in-
formation , and staff review will be completed Friday ,
June 27th . A meeting has been scheduled at that
time to review staff comments with Wilsey and Ham.
STEPS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE EIS PROCESS :
1 . Wilsey and Ham will be required to incor-
porate review comments and print documents .
Envelopes will be addressed and postage will
be furnished by Wilsey and Ham for staff
mail -out.
2 . Thirty days required for mail -out review.
(Extension for review may be requested by
recipients . )
3. Two to three weeks are normally required
for rewrite of Final Environmental Impact
Statement.
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Memorandum to Mayor Garrett
June 25 , 1975
Page Two
4. Print Final EIS and mail out completed
document.
5. Planning Commission reviews rezone and
grading requests .
The Planning Commission does not meet in August, so
the next available meeting date will be in September.
The review time limits are specified in SEPA guide-
lines and cannot be expedited without violating these
guidelines . The staff will keep on top of this item
and follow its progress through every step to insure
that the review process is not "bogged down . "
Periodic status reports regarding this statement
will be submitted to you.
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THE CITY OF RENTON
MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98055
AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
O'P 41t• Warren C.Gonnason. Director
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June 24, 1975
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Wilsey $ Ham, Inc. .
631 Strander Blvd.
Tukwila, WA 98188 •
Attention: Mr. Jack Dovey
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SUBJECT: SW 43rd (South 180th) Street, East Valley Road to West Valley Road
Railroad Underpass - Grade Separation
Dear Jack: •
The final items of discussion during the June 19, 1975, meeting with Railroad
Company representatives indicated that Burlington Northern will most probably
insist on designing their own railroad bridge, and also will arrange their
own bridge construction contract. The City will be required to reimburse
• Burlington Northern for all expenses associated with the design and construction.
This will necessitate an adjustment in the total allocation of project final
design funding as previously authorized by Renton and Kent.
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Please arrange to submit a revised
g proposal in accordance with the procedural
change as indicated above.
We understand that Milwaukee Railroad is agreeable to their railroad bridge •
design being accomplished by Wilsey i Ham, and that you are providing both
railroad companies with copies of your preliminary design geometrics.
If you require additional information, please call this office.
Very truly yours,
Warren C. Gonnason, P.E.
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ERIC PRYNE � y P g� grants before," ple and recreation,not bird refuges." Program as another potential source
commissioners last week. McCraney says. "Just last week we Francis says if the Orillia Flats . for money to buy the marshland.
A survey of four state and federal The problem is simple—where does gave the City of Portland a$1.5 million wetlands are developed to include But that program doesn't exist any
agencies indicates it's going to be Renton, or anyone else,come up with grant." - - nature trails,an interpretive center or•.
difficult for Renton to get financial $600,000 to buy wetlands? Problems • picnic grounds,they might qualify for more. ,
help to buy 60 acres of marshland at The League of Women Voters has But there's a catch: The Bureau of funding. - -. No money
Orillia Flats. presented the planning commission • Outdoor' Recreation doesn't give the•• "But even then,it would undoubted- --. "It was discontinued by'Congress
The land is owned by Burlington with a list of four possible sources-of money to•local communities directly. ly not rank in the upper: third of.the . 'last year,and now we're just trying to
Northern, which plans to include the federal and state money. . Instead, the money is given to states, projects we can fund," he adds."We finish up what's already been
area in a 600-acre industrial park.But The Record-Chronicle contacted and McCraney says Washington gets. have about three dollars in requests s tarted," says Wes -Edens, a
environmental and citizens' groups . 'spokesmen for all four agencies.Only about$3 million each year. • ' for every dollar we can spend." • ,:spokesman for the Department of
have protested,citing the wide variety one seemed at all optimistic his agen- In Washington the bureau funds are. ''' F r a n-c i s' c o m m i t t e e a 1 s o _ Housing and Urban'Development, •
of birds and wildlife that'use'the cy's funds might be used for the administered by the Interagency•, administers state outdoor recreation : which once administered the
marsh. purchase. Committee for Outdoor Recreation, grants, which can fund up to 25 per program. ,'
Robert Boyd, a BN real estate . "I think your marsh would qualify , made up of 11 appointed officials. cent of the cost of a local project.But . : .The league also suggested federal
spokesman, says the land is assessed for our money,"says Dave McCraney - Committee Administrator Stanley the administrator says there's a long Pittman-Robertson and Dingell-
-at$10,000 an acre. of the Interior Department's Bureau Francis questions whether wetland waiting list for that money — and, . Johnson funds, administered by the
But,he adds,the company's willing of Outdoor- Recreation. The bureau preservation is a permitted use.of the again, it's intended primarily for - Bureau of Sports Fisheries. 'to sell. ' administers$65 million in grants each . money. recreation,not preservation. •"I'd recommend we sell it so fast, year,and the grants can cover up to 50 "It's a borderline situation," he . The League of Women Voters also BLit,once again,the money is given
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you wouldn't know what's happening per cent of the cost of a project. says. "Our orientation is toward peo- . suggested the Federal Open Space to.states, not cities or counties. .
NOTICE: F PUBLI`. HEARING
� COMMISSION
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RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
RENTON , WASHINGTON
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A PUBLIC HEARING WILL 'BE HELD BY THE RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION AT ITS
REGULAR MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS , CITY HALL , RENTON , WASHINGTON ,
ON MAY 28 1975 _, AT 8 :00 P .M. TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING .
PETITIONS : •
1 . REZONE FROM G-7200 TO R-2 , file No . R-811-75 ;
property located on Sunset Highway P . S . H . 2 between
Union Ave. and 138th .
2 . REZONE FROM GS-.1. TO SR- 1 , file No . R-819-75 ;
property located at 1706 Talbot Road between
17th Pl . So.. and 16th Pl . So .
3. REZONE FROM G-9600 TO P- 1 , file No . R-816-75 ;
property located at 3713 Talbot Rd. S .
4. SPECIAL PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT APARTMENTS IN AN
R-2 ZONE , file No . SP-813-75 ; property located
on Sunset Highway between Union Ave . and 138th .
5. SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE IN M-P/G ZONE ,
file No . SP-822-75 ; property located south of
existing Mobil and Olympic Petroleum Distribution
facility north of S. W. 43rd and westerly of
E. Valley Road.
6 . TEMPORARY PERMIT TO ALLOW GROUP HOME FOR HANDICAPPED
CHILDREN IN AN S- 1 ZONE, file No . TP-817-75 ; property
located at 1417 S. 27th St .
7 . WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS IN GS- 1 ZONE ; file
No . W-818-75 ; property located at 1706 Talbot Rd . S.
between 17th Pl . S . and 16th Pl . S.
ALL PERSONS INTERESTED OR OBJECTING 1`0 SAID PETITIONS ARE INVITED TO BE
PRESENT AT THE PLANNING COMMISSION MELTING ON May 28, 1975
AT 8 : 00 P . M. TO VOICE THEIR PROTESTS OR OBJECTIONS TO SAME .
LARRY GIBSON , SECRETARY
PUBLISHED May 18 , 1975 RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
CERTIFICATION
I , William C. Turner , HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THREE COPIES OF THE ABOVE
DOCUMENT WERE POSTED BY ME IN THREE CONSPICUOUS PLACES ON THE PROPERTY
DESCRIBED ABOVE AS PRESCRIBED BY LAW.
ATTEST : Subscribed and sworn
to before me , a Notary Public , SIGNED_ViL2.2.
on the 15thday of May
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Staff Report
May 28, 1975
Page Two
5 . 10' landscape buffers shall be added
to adequately screen and reduce impacts
to adjacent residential uses , along S.
37th St. and Talbot Road S.
6. A 30 foot setback shall be maintained
for all structures along the north
property line and east property lines .
APPLICATION: REZONE
APPLICANT: DON B. UNDERWOOD
LOCATION: Property is located at 1706 Talbot Road
S. between 16th P1 . S. and 17th Pl . S.
ZONING: GS- 1 Existing; SR-1 Requested
APPLICABLE
SECTION OF THE 4-702; 4-704; 4-725 ; 4-729
ZONING CODE:
REQUEST: Applicant requests rezone from GS-1 to SR-1 .
COMMENTS: 1 . Comprehensive Land Use Plan indicates
single-family residential use for this
area .
2 . The proposed rezone is for SR- 1 , a
single-family residential zone allowing
a minimum lot size of 7 ,500 sq . ft . The
proposed subdivision has lot sizes in . ex-
cess of 13,000 sq . ft.
3. The proposal is compatible with adjacent
land uses .
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval of the requested rezone
for GS-1 to SR- 1 . Due to its compatibility
with the comprehensive plan , and existing
adjacent land uses .
APPLICATION: SPECIAL PERMIT
APPLICANT: GLACIER PARK COMPANY
LOCATION: Property located south of existing Mobil &
Olympic Petroleum Distribution Facilities ,
north of S. W. 43rd St . and westerly of East
Valley Road .
ZONING: M-P and G
APPLICABLE
SECTIONS OF THE Chapter 23 Mining & Grading Ordinance
BUILDLNG ORDINANCE:
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REQUEST: The applicant requests to fill 600± acres
of land in the valley with 2± million cubic
yards of fill material .
COMMENTS: 1. An Environmental Impact Statement con-
Staff Report
May 28, 1975
Page Three
cerning this proposal is presently
being prepared and will be reviewed
and distributed to concerned agencies
and citizens .
2 . The property is presently zoned G and
M-P.
3. The filling will take place in phases
starting near the East Valley Road and
continuing westerly .
4. The proposed re-use of the site. is
Manufacturing Park .
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION: Refer to Committee for study until EIS is
;properly distributed and reviewed .
APPLICATION : TEMPORARY PERMIT
APPLICANT: EVELYN PIPO
LOCATION: Property located at 1417 S. 27th St.
ZONING: G-7200
APPLICABLE
SECTIONS OF THE 4-722; 4-729
ZONING CODE:
REQUEST: Applicant requests the renewal of a Temp-
orary Permit to allow a group home for
handicapped children in a G-7200 zone .
COMMENT: 1. The requested application is for a re-
newal of a Temporary Permit allowing a
group home for handicapped children in
an G-7200 zone .
2 . The group home has been very well main-
tained . The external character of the
home is consistent with adjacent single
family residences .
3. Adjacent property owners have expressed
the opinion that Mrs . Pipo has done an
outstanding job of caring for the child-
ren and maintaining her home .
4. The adjacent property owners have ex-
pressed concerns about the possibility
of someone less conscientious taking
over the home.
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval of Temporary Permit for
another two year period , or as long as Mrs .
Pipo operates the home, whichever is less .
Renton Planning -Lommission
Meeting , May 28, 1975
• Page Five
Further discussion followed with regard to appropriate
setbacks from Talbot Road South and South 37th and
access problems . The Vice-chairman suggested that the
item be referred to Committee for further study.
ACTION:
MOVED BY MOLA, SECONDED BY GIBSON, THAT THE W. STEWART
POPE REZONE APPLICATION BE REFERRED TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FOR STUDY AND CONTINUANCE TO THE
JUNE 25TH PUBLIC HEARING MEETING.
Vice-chairman Scholes invited further comment .
Mr. Pope requested expeditious action by the Committee .
On the question , MOTION CARRIED.
A recess was declared by the Vice-chairman at 9 :35 p .m. The
meeting was resumed at 9 :50 p . m. with all members noted above
in attendance .
Following a brief discussion , IT WAS
ACTION:
MOVED BY RIVILY, SECONDED BY GIBSON, THAT THE PREVIOUS
ACTION TO CONTINUE THE W. STEWART POPE REZONE BE RE-
CONSIDERED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Vice-chairman announced that the question of the
Pope rezone was again open to discussion .
Noting that it would be desirable to meet with the appli -
cant regarding possible restrictive covenants at an open
meeting , Commissioner Mola suggested reconsideration of
the original motion . IT WAS THEN.
ACTION:
MOVED BY MOLA THAT THE W. STEWART POPE REZONE APPLICA-
TION BE REFERRED TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPMENT COM-
MITTEE FOR A STUDY SESSION TO WHICH THE PUBLIC WOULD
BE INVITED AND THE MATTER BE CONTINUED UNTIL JUNE 11 ,
1975.
In response to a request by Commissioner Gibson for
clarification , the Planning Director noted that all
committee meetings are open meetings and that if the
matter were continued for two weeks , the meeting
would be advertised.
COMMISSIONER GIBSON THEN AGREED TO SECOND THE MOTION
BY COMMISSIONER MOLA .
On the question , MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A meeting of the Environmental Development Committee
was set for 7 : 30 p . m. , June 4th .
REZONE:
D. DON B. UNDERWOOD ; Appl . No . R-819-75 ; rezone from
GS-1 to SR- 1 ; property located on 1706 Talbot Rd . S .
between 17th P1 . So. and 16th P1 . So .
?Renton Planning Comm- sion
Meeting , May 28,, 1975
' Page Six
The Underwood application for rezone of his approximate one
acre site from GS- 1 to SR-1 was introduced by Secretary Gib-
son . The staff report was called for by the Vice-chairman .
The Planning Director pointed out the subject site , located
on Talbot Road South in the vicinity of South 17th . He
noted that there is an existing single family residence on
the property. The requested SR- 1 zoning would allow for
division of the property into three lots and is in agree-
ment with the Comprehensive Plan . Mr. Ericksen noted that
a short plat and waiver of off-site improvements has also
been requested,.
Slides of the property and neighborhood were viewed. It
was noted that the property will back onto the proposed
Highway SR-515 . Principal access will be from Talbot Road
South . The proposed lots will be a minimum of 13 ,000 square
feet each .
Questions of the staff were invited by the Vice-chairman ,
but none were offered . Then the Vice-chairman called for
comment from the audience .
Patricia Seymour , 2534 Burnett Court South , Renton , stated
that her concern was in respect to the fact that the site
backs onto the proposed SR-515 Highway. She said it was
her opinion that the zoning was appropriate . She sug-
gested some type of screening to insure protection for
future buyers of the lots .
Mr. Ericksen replied that the proposed lots exceed the
zone requirements and are roughly 225 feet in depth , which
would be considered more than adequate as far as protection
from SR-515 is concerned . He noted that the Talbot Road -
SR-515 access would be at approximately S . 21st Street.
Vice-chairman Scholes invited further audience comment .
Noting none ,
ACTION:
IT WAS MOVED BY GIBSON, SECONDED BY MOLA, THAT THE PUBLIC
HEARING BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
ACTION:
MOVED BY GIBSON, SECONDED BY RIVILY, THAT APPROVAL OF THE
UNDERWOOD REQUEST FOR REZONE FROM GS-1 TO SR-1 BE RECOM-
MENDED TO THE CITY COUNCIL, INASMUCH AS IT IS IN AGREEMENT
WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ADJACENT LAND USE. MOTION
CARRIED. •
SPECIAL PERMIT:
E. GLACIER PARK CO. ; Appl . No . SP-822-75 ; special permit
to fill and grade in M-P/B zone ; property located south
of existing Mobil and Olympic Petroleum Distribution
Facility north of S . W. 43rd and westerly of E . Valley Rd .
The special permit application to fill and grade was intro-
duced ' by the Secretary , and a- staff presentation was invited
by the Vice-chairman . .
Mr. Ericksen noted the approximate 594 acre site in the Green
River Valley on the vicinity map and indicated that a portion
of it was included within the City of Tukwila . Present zon-
ing includes M-P and G designations . Surrounding zoning in-
cludes G, M-P , H- 1 , and L- 1 with Tukwila area zoned M- 1 .
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting , May 28, 1975
Page Seven
The Planning Director advised that filling is allowable
in a G zone subject to Planning Commission review. He
referred the Commissioners to an earlier presentation
by Burlington Northern at the Valley Comprehensive Plan
hearing relative to proposed use of the property. He
stated that :the Company ' s reuse plan would be in accord
with the revised Comprehensive Plan in the area .
Mr. Ericksen then described Burlington Northern ' s plans
to fill the area with approxiamtely two million cubic
yards of fill material in five phases over a two year
period. Slides and aerial photographs of the area were
then viewed and significant development , landmarks , and
the proposed routes of the P Channels were noted . He
stated that it is the Company ' s basic concept to concen-
trate the heavier uses within the center of the site with
• less intensive use , including office park and some com-
mercial development , in the outer areas .
Discussion followed , and the difference between the
Tukwila M- 1 designation and Renton designations were
noted , with the M-1 designation being described as
somewhat between Renton ' s L- 1 and H- 1 requirements .
Commissioner Rivily inquired regarding the time sched-
ule for the total filling , and Vice-chairman Scholes
invited a response from the Burlington Northern repre-
sentative .
Robert Boyd , Assistant Manager of properties for Burling-
ton Northern and with Glacier Park Company , owner of the
property involved , stated that they are subject to a
deadline of November 1977 with respect of the removal of
the material from the gravel pit located on Benson Road
and Carr Road , as directed by action of King County.
Proposed development plans were discussed , with Mr . Boyd
noting that M-p type usuage is planned for areas along
the East Valley Highway and S . W. 43rd , and heavier in-
dustry is planned for interior areas , particularly in
the vicinity of Sternoff Metals Corp . Answering Com-
missioner Gibson ' s inquiry, Mr. Boyd described represen-
tation of the topographical contour lines as those lines
which will be in effect after the grading is accomplished
to accomodate proper drainage . He stated that the com-
pleted program will place the site above the one hundred
year floodplain levels that might be anticipated . Mr.
Boyd pointed out the tax advantages , especially to
schools , of the proposed development .
Discussion followed , with Commissioner Rivi.ly inquir-
ing regarding any plans for preservation of the trees .
Mr. Boyd indicated that should those trees be identified ,
they would make arrangements for them to be spared .
Vice-Chairman Scholes invited comment from the audience .
Leonard Steiner, 13239 N. 100th , Kirkland , member of
the Seattle Audubon Society , stated that the trees
would be destroyed when the property is filled with
the exception of large cottonwoods and that rerouting
of the planned P Channels would destroy the balance.
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting , May 28, 1975
Page Eight
He noted filling to above the one hundred year floodplain
would also result in destruction of large willow trees .
He then pointed out the area of marshland that the Seattle
Audubon Society feels should be preserved for wildlife habi -
tat on an aerial photograph of the site . He noted that the
proposed east/west collector road would run through the mid-
dle of the marsh , resulting in its destruction and suggested
that it be located just south of the Shell property instead .
Noting that they do not object to filling , as they want
some industrial development , he stated all they ask is
preservation of the last remaining marshland in the Greater
Seattle Area . ' Mr. Steiner cited several court cases that
stated that the owner of land has no abolute right to
change the natural use of his land and stated the Audubon
Society would like to go on record as being opposed to the
filling of the marsh area previously noted .
Commissioner Scholes inquired regarding the amount of fill
material that would be obtained from the present area and
was advised by Mr. Boyd that approximately 1 ,500 ,000 cubic
yards would be removed.
Commissioner Mola queried Mr . Boyd regarding Burlington
Northern ' s feelings regarding preserving the amount of
property requested by the Seattle Audubon Society . Mr.
Boyd indicated that the Company has millions of acres of
land in the hills which they feel are being used for
wildlife habitat . He stated that they would be in agree-
ment with a purchase plan for the particular area at a ra-
sonable price , indicating that the property could not be
used unless it is integrated into the entire development.
He noted that twenty acres for greenbelt would be dedi -
cated .
Responding to Commissioner Gibson , Mr . Boyd indicated that
he would recommend $10 ,000 per acre as the price for the
remaining sixty acres that are desired for preservation .
Patricia Seymour , 2534 Burnett Court So . , Renton , responded
to some of the points made by the Glacier Park representative
as follows :
1 . It is her opinion that the deadline established
by the King County Commissioner does not make
filling appropriate .
2 . Referring to the tax monies generated from develop-
ment of the property , Mrs . Seymour noted that
Burlington Northern had indicated that it would
take at least thirty years to develop the property
on the premise that they would have buyers for it.
3. She stated that Burlington Northern would not be
denied the use of their property should the fill
request be denied , as they are entitled to use it
in any way they choose in its present condition .
She stated that the pending question of revision to the Com-
prehensive Plan in the Green River Valley should be resolved
before a decision is made .
Mr. Steiner noted some appropriate land uses for the land
in its natural state , such as harvesting of wild crops ,
utilities , hunting , fishing , non-residential buildings ,
hiking trails , and bridle paths .
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting , May 28, 1975
Page Nine
Further discussion ensued with regard to compensation
for preserved land , and Commissioners Gibson and Mola
spoke in support of this approach . Mr. Steiner
responded that he feels that cities have the right to
zone land as open space or heavy industry without com-
pensation . He also indicated that the price indicated
by Mr. Boyd represented the value of industrial property
rather than marshland .
Sherwood Martin , 3728 Park Ave . N. , Renton , speaking
as ' a citizen , noted his concern regarding compensation
for the land and indicated that he felt that compen-
sation is totally wrong. He stated that he felt both
the Company and the Planning Commission have some kind
of responsibility to the citizens . He also indicated
that he disagreed that tax monies generated would
benefit the schools , inasmuch as it is his belief
that property taxes for school support are on the way
out . He reminded the group of his contacts with many
Renton citizens with regard to the Shell Oil Company
special permit application and noted that with few
exceptions , they are against the destruction of the
wildlife habitat and the Green River Valley as they
know it. He stated his objection to granting of the
fill permit to the Glacier Park Company in view of
the standards the Planning Commission has now set
forth and asked to whom an appeal could be made should
it be approved . Mr. Ericksen advised him that an
appeal could be filed with the City Council .
In response to questioning by Commissioner Mola with
regard to his position regarding the filling should
Burlington Northern dedicate 80 acres as greenbelt ,
Mr. Martin stated that if that was the best he could
get , he would take it , although he felt filling is a
misuse . He stated further that he would like the
Planning Commission to consider locating industry
elsewhere and preserve the Valley for food sources .
He recommended that a state-wide or county-wide
planning system be established so that ecological
values could be considered .
Linda Ritzau , 2200 Dayton Drive , Renton , League of Women ' s
Voters and the American Association of University Women ,
stated that they feel very strongly that an Environmental
Impact Statement should be required in this case . The
Vice-chairman responded that the staff has indicated
that an EIS has been required . She referred the Com-
mission to some ideas regarding alternative funding
that had been offered by Mrs . Ringwood at the last meet-
ing with regard to the Comprehensive Plan in the Green
River Valley and requested that the matter be studied
further. Mr. Ericksen replied that previous research
has been done on the question with reference to the
Comprehensive Plan and that information received indi -
cates that funding is limited and that there is also
the question of matching monies . He stated that an up.
date report would be made to the Commission .
The Planning Director also advised that the EIS is
presently in process and will be available shortly ,
at which time a distribution will be made .
Noting no further audience input , the Vice-chairman
called for further Commission discussion or action .
'Renton Planning Commission
. Meeting , May 28, 1975
Page Ten
ACTION:
MOVED BY RIVILY, SECONDED BY MOLA, THAT THE GLACIER PARK CO.
SPECIAL PERMIT REQUEST AND THE MATTER OF FUNDING OF GREENBELT
AREAS BE REFERRED TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
FOR REVIEW UNTIL THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT IS PRO-
PERLY DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Planning Director indicated that the staff would attempt
• to advise the people of committee meetings to be held .
WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS:
F. DON B. UNDERWOOD; Appl . No . W-818-75 ; waiver of off-site
improvements of a short subdivision ; property located at
1706 Talbot Rd . S. between 17th P1 . S . and 16th P1 . S .
The application was introduced by Secretary Gibson and a staff
report requested.
Assistant Planner Smith pointed out the property location on
the vicinity map and noted that the Commission has recommended
approval of SR- 1 zoning. He located the proposed SR-515 right-
of-way to the east of the property . The request is for a
waiver of off-site improvements in conjunction with a proposed
short plat of the property , to be divided into three parcels .
Mr. Smith advised that adjacent areas do not have curbs ,
gutters or sidewalks .
The Vice-chairman invited Commission discussion . Noting none ,
he invited comment from the audience , but none was received .
IT WAS THEREFORE MOVED BY MOLA , SECONDED BY RIVILY , THAT THE
PUBLIC HEARING ON THE DON B. UNDERWOOD REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF
OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED.
ACTION:
MOVED BY MOLA, SECONDED BY GIBSON, THAT THE 'PLANNING COMMIS-
SION GRANT AN INDEFINITE DEFERRAL OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS
UNTIL SUCH TIME AS A TALBOT HILL CUL DE SAC IS FORMED OR AN
L. I.D. IS FORMED IN THE AREA . MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A recess was declared by the Vice-chairman at 11 :40 p . m. The meet-
ing was resumed at 11 : 50 p.m. with all members noted above in attend-
ance .
5. ADMINISTRATIVE :
A. CITY COUNCIL REFERRAL: RE : COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN,
NORTHEAST AREA OF CITY
The Vice-chairman asked for a staff report .
The Planning Director advised that the matter had been
brought to the Commission ' s attention by memorandum
earlier. He read the City Council ' s motion to refer
the issue to the Planning Commission , which states "that
the Planning Commission is to make recommendation to the
Council whether or not a change in the Comprehensive
Plan should be requested . " Mr. Ericksen noted that he
had informed the Council that it was the Commission ' s
intention to study this area of the City with regard
to the Comprehensive Plan as soon as they had completed
their study on the Green River Valley . He recommended
that the item be referred to committee .
Following a brief discussion , IT WAS
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May 28 , 1975
Morris Rygg
Foremost Foods Company
1300 Rainier Ave . So . .
Seattle , WA. 98144
RE : Request for Map of Property
Dear Mr. Morris :
Attached is a map per your request of the Fore-
most-McKesson property indicating its relationship
to adjacent properties and the proposed Burlington
Northern fill area .
We hope that this will be helpful to you . Please
contact this department , if you have any further
questions .
? Very truly yours ,
.... /,/J ' . .
Michael L . Smith
• Assistant Planner
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'Foremost
■ 1300 RAINIER AVENUE SOUTH • SEATTLE. WASHINGTON 98144
May 23, 1975
Mr. Michael Smith
Renton Municipal Building
200 Mill Avenue South
Renton, Washington 98055
Dear Mr. Smith:
Confirming our phone conversation today,
I would appreciate a rough sketch of our pro-
perties in relation to the enclosures.
Thanks,
Morris Rygg Y��i-�
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TUKWILA, WASHINGTON 98067 PLANNING DEPARTMENT laOs
May 27, 1975
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City of Renton '
Planning Department
200 Mill Avenue South
Renton, Washington 98055 •
Attention: Gordon Erickson
RE: GLACIER PARK SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE
Dear Mr. Erickson:
Please be advised that the City of Tukwila will take into consideration
all recommendations made by the City of Renton in regard to the above.
We are, however, going to reserve the right to review and issue all per- 1
mits on those properties lying within the city limits of Tukwila. f -
Thank you for sending us a copy of the public notice. j(
Very truly yours, °7 / /1,, S h / 1
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CITY of TUKWILA �
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TUKWILA, WASHINGTON 98067 Z
PLANNING DEPARTMENT /905
May 27, 1975
City of Renton
Planning Department •
200 Mill Avenue South
Renton, Washington 98055
Attention: Gordon Erickson
RE: GLACIER PARK SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL AND GRADE
Dear Mr. Erickson:
Please be advised that the City of Tukwila will take into consideration
all recommendations made by the City of Renton in regard to the above.
We are, however, going to reserve the right to review and issue all per-
mits on those properties lying within the city limits of Tukwila.
Thank you for sending us a copy of the public notice.
Very truly yours,
S144,44e4.
• 11 M. Stoknes
Planning Director
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Glacier Park Company `176 East 5th Street � R�CC/J, F,�
St. Paul , Minnesota 55101
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AVERYGARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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MEMORANDUM
May 23 , 1975
TO: Files
FROM: Joan A, Langford , Assistant Planner
RE : Burlington Northern Draft EIS - Wilsey &
Ham Consultants - Meeting May 23, 1975
THOSE IN ATTENDANCE :
Mike Brooks - Wilsey & Ham •
Llewelyn Mathews - Wilsey & Ham
Joan Lankford - Staff
I reviewed the following comments that need to be incorporated -
into the Draft EIS mentioned above:
1 . Rewrite the introductory comment to reflect the docu-
ment from the Planning Department .
2 . Document should anticipate a change in Air Quality ,
Noise & Transportation .
3 . Indicate distance involved regarding Fire Station
location .
4 . Provide legends on maps .
5 . Discuss timing of development as per fill schedule .
6 . Specific comments were noted on copy of document pro-
vided to Wilsey & Ham and changes should be incorp-
orated in Draft EIS . ( This copy will be returned to
Planning Department. )
7 . Mike Brooks indicated that Burlington Northern would
state that the rezone request will reflect the most
intensive allowable industrial classification within
the Comprehensive Plan Policy .
8 . Burlington Northern is concerned that the existing
M-Pzone will not allow the storage of materials that
could be off-loaded from rail cars . ( Such as auto-
mobiles , heavy MFG. equipment , etc .
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Memo to Files
May 23, 1975
Page Two
9 . Wilsey & Ham will provide us with the completed
document as soon as
possible.
10 . The draft statement will be
and the technical supportprovided for mailing
ill be
on file in the Planning Department.cuments wNumber ofpt
copies of each will be determined upon review of
the mailing list ( same as that of the Green River
Valley Comprehensive Plan EIS) .
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3820 EAST VALLEY HIGHWAY SOUTH • RENTON,WASHINGTON 98055 • Phone: BA 8-0400
May 22, 1975
City of Renton
Planning Dept.
Gentemen:
Two items to consider. First, I feel it is im-
portant that the two L.I .D. for sewage on East Valley
Road be started and completed as quickly as possible.
This is a very necessary project and should not be de-
layed.
Second, Glacier Park Company should be given the
special permit to continue the fill project.
The City of Renton as well as the county and state
of Washington do benefit by the people that we hire .
Cooperation should be given by the city to any company
that can employ more people .
Sin erely,
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Sam Yo r
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(isAVERYGARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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ATf0 SEP'� �®
MEMORANDUM
May 20 , 1975
TO: Files
FROM: Joan A. Lankford
RE : Burlington Northern - Draft EIS
I notified Wilsey & Ham first thing Monday , May 19 ,
1975 , that our comments on the above statement were
ready for their review and left a message for Mike
Brooks to contact me .
The call was returned this afternoon (May 20 , 1975)
and a meeting was set for Friday , May 23 , 1975 , with
Mike Brooks , Mike Smith and myself.
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1 THE CITY OF RENTON
2 o MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98055
0 AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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O,p-"EO SEPO-v16
MEMORANDUM
May 20, 1975
TO: Files
FROM: Joan A. Lankford, Assistant Planner
RE: Orillia Industrial Park (Burlington Northern)
Draft EIS
As per my telephone conversation with Mike Brooks, Wilsey
and Ham, he informed me that the revised draft EIS would
be directed to the request for Filling and Grading Permit
and Rezone only; since Burlington Northern was not pre-
pared to provide the specific information necessary
regarding the site development and industrial subdivision,
as was requested in review comments noted in the previous
document (dated January 28, 1975) , Burlington Northern and
Wilsey and Ham decided to address these issues in a later
document.
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Affidavit of Publication
STATE OF WASHINGTON
COUNTY OF KING ss.
being first duly sworn on '
oath, deposes and says that is the ° of
THE RENTON RECORD-CHRONICLE, a tri-weekly newspaper. That
said newspaper is a legal newspaper and it is now and has been for
more than six months prior to the date of publication referred to,
printed and published in the English language continually as a tri-
weekly newspaper in Renton, King County, Washington, and it is now
and during all of said time was printed in an office maintained at the . NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
aforesaid place of publication of said newspaper. That the Renton RENTON PLANNING COMMIS-
Record-Chronicle has been approved as a legal newspaper by order of SIGN
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the Superior Court of the County in which it is published, to-wit, King RENTON,WASHINGTON
will be held b
County, • the RAenton Planninublic gg Commission at
Washington.That the annexed is a ` 'its regular meeting in the council
chambers, city hall, Renton,
' Washington, on May 28, 1975, at
8:00 P.M.to consider the following
• petitions:
. 1.REZONE FROM G-7200 TO R-
as it was published in regular issues (and • 2, file No. R-811-75; property
not in supplement form of said newspaper)once each issue for a period located on Sunset Highway
P.S.H.2 between Union Ave.
. and 138th.
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of consecutive issues, commencing on the 2.REZONE FROM GS-1 TO SR-
. 1, file No. R-819-75; property
located at 1706 Talbot Road be-
t day of , 19 , and ending the tween 17th PI.So.and tsth PI.
o.
3.REZONE FROM G-9600 TO P-
1, file No. R-816-75; ro rly
day of , 19 ,both dates located at 3713 Talbot Rd.S. -inclusive, and that such newspaper was regularly distributed to its 4.SPECIAL PERMIT TO CON-
subscribers during all of said period. That the full amount of the fee STRUCTAPARTMENTSINAN
R-2 ZONE,file No.SP-813.75;
ed for the foregoing property located on Sunset
charged g g publication is the sum of$' , which . Highway between Union Ave.
has been paid in full at the rate of per folio of one hundred words and 1381h.
for the first insertion and per folio of one hundred words for each >41 5.SPECIAL PERMIT TO FILL
subsequent insertion. AND GRADE IN M-P/G ZONE,
file No. SP-622-75; property
located south of existing Mobil
="� e.IN d::.r5.�y...LI.•.,. li I,.::v.----- • and Olympic Petroleum Dis-
`J tribution facility north of S.W.
r::If : ••] . 43rd and westerly of E. Valley
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- Road.
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6.TEMPORARY PERMIT TO
ALLOW GROUP HOME FOR
• Subscribed and sworn to before me this ^l day of - HANDICAPPED CHILDREN IN
-• AN S-1 ZONE,file No.TP-817-
7 75;property located at 1417 S.
19 . 27th St.
7.WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IM-
�., PROVEMENTS IN GS-1 ZONE:
l�� rRqi_•---yre---/-- • Z. . file No. W-818-75; property
Notary P lie in and for the State of Washington, located at 1706 Talbot Rd. S.
r siding at Renton,King County. between
tween 17th PI.S.and 16th PI.
All persons interested or object
7. ing to said petitions are invited to be
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—Passed by the Legislature, 1955,known as Senate Bill 281, effective pre planning mmis
June 9th,1955. meeesting at on Mayla 28, 1975co at 8:00
P.M. tont voicethe their protests or sion o -
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—Western.`nion Telegraph Co. rules for counting words and figures, lections to same.
adopted by the newspapers of the State. w. Larry Gibson,Secretary
. Renton Planning Commission f
Published in the Renton Record- I
w Chronicle May 18,1975.R3249
ROUTE SCIIEDULE
PLANNING DEPARTMENT DATE ROUTED 5 /S 7S—
PLEASE REVIEW THIS APPLICATION FOR;
REZONE MAJOR PLAT
SITE APPROVAL SHORT PLAT
SPECIAL PERMIT (9,J AO-1 iE/2 P 1?1c Co, WAIVER
SHORELINE MANAGEMENT
PERMIT OR EXEMPTION
AND RETURN TO THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT
WITH ANY COMMENTS YOU MIGHT HAVE, BEFORE ?/
SIGNATURE ,
OR
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CITY OF RENTON, WASHIN a . �� RECEIVED. '�
• ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT WORKSHEET (,� ?i
'MAY . 1975
• FOR OFFICE USE ONLY : .e
Application No . .t/w-6f- • Negative Dec . N .
Date Received qs EIS
IN'STRUCTIONS : The purpose of this information is to assist the .vari -
ous departments of the City to determine whether an environmental
impact statement will be required before approving and issuing a per-
mit for a proposed project. Single family residential. uses . in non
sensitive areas are exempt from this requirement as established by.
Washington Administrative Code 173-34 .
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In addition to the following information , please submit a vicinity map
• ( recommend scale : 1" representing 200' to 800' ) and a site map (rec-
ommended scale : 1" representing 10 ' to 40 ' ) . _ .
APPLICANT TO PROVIDE' INFORMATION REQUIRED IN ITEMS 1 THROUGH 30 BELOW:
1 . 'Name of applicant Glacier Park Company
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2 . Mailing address Burlington Northern, Inc. Property Management Department
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Lobby 2, Central Bldg. , 810 3rd Ave. , Seattle, WA . Telephone 624-1900
g81o4
' 3, Applicant is :
X lOwner a
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ILessee
I (Contract purchaser .
=Other (specify)
4 . Name and address of owner, if other than applicant :
Telephone
S . General location of proposed project ( give street address if any
or nearest street and intersection
North of S.W. 43rd Street, East of the Burlington Northern Railway, West of E. Valley
Road, and South of the Longacres Race Track, more or less.
Legal descripth. (if lengthy , attach as .:.karate sheet)
See attached description, Exhibit "A"
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7 : Area 594 acres (±) Dimensions • See description
8.. Intended use of property or project ( include details : number .of
units , volume , etc. ) :
Site grading for planned Industrial Park, involving the placement of 2,616,600 .
cubic yards of fill :
Phase 1 - 1 ,000,000 c.y. •
Phase 2 - 1 ,056,500 c.y.
Phase 3 36,600 c.y.
Phase 4 171 ,500 c.y.
Phase 5.- 352,000 c.y.
9. . Generally describe the property .and existing improvements.;
• The site is currently undeveloped, although portions .have .been filled and
,graded. Ten years ago the site was utilized for agricultural purposes. . .
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10 . • Total construction cost or fair market value of proposed project
including additional developments contemplated :
Cost of grading operation will be $3,000,000 (±)
11 . Construction dates (month and year) ,:for which permit is requested:
Begin See attached Exhibit "B" End
, a
List any other' :..- ermits for this project
• other local governmental ' agencies frwhich m�you federal ,plie or
f have applied or
will apply, including the name of the issuing agency, whether the
permit has been applied for, and if so , the date of the applica-
tion , whether the application was approved or denied and the date
of same , and the number of the application or permit :
Date
Agency Permit Type Submitted* Number Status**
City of Renton Special Permit 4/22/75 • pending
City of Renton Grading License 4/22/75 pending
• City of Renton Rezone. .
• King County/DOE Flood Zone
* Leave blank if not submitted .
** Approved , denied or pending . •
13 . Has an Environmental Impact Statement or an Environmental Assess-
ment been prepared for: the proposed project?
Ix , yes I . Ino If "yes" submit copy with this
environmental impact worksheet.
14. Are there similar projects , both public and private , existing or
planned in the immediate area :
ijyes [mo .1 , Jdon ' t know If "yes" explain .
Norpac Industrial District No. 1 , south of S.W. 43rd Street in Kent:
STERNCO DEVELOPMENT, north of S.W. 43rd Street. -
15 . Is the proposed project located in or adjacent to an area or
structure having unique or exceptional historic , cultural , or
other values considered important by some sectors of the popu-
lation?
f [ yes Ix10 If , "yes" explain.
16 . Is the proposed project located in an area that may be considered
sensitive and is subject to erosion , landslides ,• floods , etc . ? -
1Yes Ix1
no If
"yes" explain.
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47 . Is the proposed project located in an area
eththat
ti-�hasra nu ,mbn rrofes
er of
large trees or other natural landscape
or wildlife?
eyes n no • If "yes" explain .
Portions of the site are dominated by wetlands and marshes, some other areas are
seasonally flooded. A 20-acre marsh in the north central portion of the site -will
be retained as a Green Belt. .
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF• PROPOSED PROJECT : In the following questions
summarize what the applicant feels will be the environmental impact ,
both beneficial and adverse , of the proposed project. Consideration -
should be given to both the human and natural environmental as well
as physical , social , •and aesthetic aspect. For projects which are
part of a more extensiva plan , consider the implications of the entire
plan and not just the" project now being proposed.
18: Land Use: Will the project have a significant effect on land
use in the surrounding :area?
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Ilyes .X , no Exp.l.ain :
The site is surrounded by land being rapidly developed for industrial use The
entire site area is designated for industrial use on the Comprehensive Plans.
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19 . Project Design and Appearance : Will the Project design , appear-
ance , landscaping , etc. , assure the maximum protection for the:
natural environment?
IX [yes [mo Explain: •
Ultimate development of the site will be in accordance with City of Renton Ordinances
regarding development controls.
- 20 . Ground Contours : Does the proposed project have an effect on
the existing ground contours of the project : location?
IXlyes I ' no . Is the project likely to cause erosion'
or sedimentation? I--iyes . Ino? If "yes" to either , explain .
The existing ground will be altered by placing fill material over the entire site,
to an approximate depth of 6 feet. A minor amount of sedimentation can be expected,.
which will be retained on the site by the manner in which the fills' are constructed.
Air Quality: Will construction of the project and use of the
completed project have a substantial effect on the existing air
quality? (Consider the effect of any gas , chemicals , smoke ,
dust , particulate matter ,-- and odors ) ?
[lyes •
I x lno If "yes explain,
Air contaminants associated with the movement of vehicular traffic is- not expected
to.create violations of applicable air quality standards. Potential stationary
source emissions, if any, are unknown at this time.
22 . Water Quality : Will construction of the project and use of the
completed project be likely to have an effect on the existing
water quality of the area? (Consider the adequacy of drainage
and runoff and the likely endpoint of. any liquids draining from .
the project. ) . [x], yes [ -(no . ' Is there a good. possibility . �.
that this project will requirp an expansion of l o.cal water .and/or
sewer facilities? ryes I 'no
If "yes" to either, explain .
Total runoff from the site will be increased, as will the amount of street
surface contaminants--the endpoint is the Green River, via the SCS drainage channels.
Expansion of the water service will be required at some future date, depending
on rate of development.
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23 . Noise : Will construction of - the project or use of the completed
project significantly affect the existing noise levels of the
area? C lyes ix ( no . Will the project be affected by airports ,
freeways , railroads or other sources of noise?
[ x 1yes F( no If "yes" to either , explain .
Existing noise sources in the area will , for the most part, overshadow noise
resulting from new uses.
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24. Population Density : Will a noticeable population change result
from this project?- (Consider the present density per acre in -
the surrounding community to the proposed density of the project
and including daytime density. ) Erlyes I ono . Will the pro-
ject cause periodic or temporary fluctuations in population due
to tourism , employment , shopping , schools , etc. ( Xiyes flino .
If "yes" to either , explain .
Full development will alter the daytime density, due to employment in the -
various industries. •
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25 . Effect on PopUlatfon : . Will the proposed action directly or in-
directly cause the relocation of a sizeable number of persons or
the .divisions 'or of existing community patterns of liv-
- x no "yes" explain .•
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26. Schools and Parks : Will the proposed project have an effect on
schools and parks in the area? . . . .
Ifyes jxjno If "yes" explain.
27. Transportation : . Will construction of the project or use of the
completed project have a significant impact on transportation in
the area? �—�;
I' yes . . IIj no
Explain :
It is anticipated, following full development, the project will generate about 100
vehicle trips per acre per day: The relatively long. marketing period, combined with
rail service, should mitigate this impact. In addition, arterial street improve-
ments are planned, which will serve the area.
28. Public Use : Will the project be available for use by all sectors
of the public?
II yes
Explain :
Due to nature of private development, the need for public access will be limited.
29. Other Impacts : Identify any other beneficial or adverse environ-
mental impacts which may result from the construction or comple-
tion of the proposed project .
The proposed use of the project will result in the highest economic use of the
land, while precluding its use for open space or potential agriculture, with the
exception of the designated 20-acre Green Belt. .
J . VIEWS OF LOCAL GROUPS;
Have you made your plans known to interested communitygroups
or neighbors in the vicinity of the project? El Ix Ino
If "yes" what are their reactions?
If "no" do you intend to contact these .people?[lyes [ino
There are no residences within the immediate vicinity of the site. • The general
public will be made aware of the project through the normal review processes
required by the City of Renton procedures.
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CERTIFICATION BY OWNER/REPRESENTATIVE
The Owner/Representative identified in Item No. 1or 4 above hereby
certifies that the information furnished in this Environmental Work—
sheet is true and accurate to the best of their knowledge.
Wilsey & Ham, Inc.
David H. Boyle, P. E.., representing -
Glacier Park Company
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ACTION BY RESPONSIBLE OFFTCIAL.
A. Staff review determined that project :
• Has no significant environmental impact •and application
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• environmental effects .
May have significant environmental impact and a complete
environmental assessment should be prepared by applicant
prior ta further action on request for permit .
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So purchase of the land could cost at there's a potential buyer .,i :� .. , „ .'x �=-.,�..s\-1, s :' .
least$1 million.That's a lot of money, downstream, Steiner adds. ,, • = �,,,
but to some-environmentalists the • Those potential buyers are usually • I' `` �= —s •-s' c
area is invaluable as a bird refuge— governmental bodies. Renton Plan- 4.� ,' =^, -=- - �"'^'F"'"'`::'ar:� 't==' '"� "�`'5 is z? °� -
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and they'd like to see at least some of it ning Director Gordon Y. Ericksen
stay that way. - . says the city could possibly obtain :-`,,_ .: ,t r•1 . wz.14., • - __,:, ,: ^ fi .:.,''::-: .r;,.:-.•... a- , - ri!,x
BN is planning to develop a 600-acre funds from two sources—the federal t= t.•••• - *Z' ,� s •�` "
industrial park on the site. Under community development grant pro- • • .< >�.';�'.- ?!t, � • xf k-.
federal Soil Conservation Service reg- gram,and the state Bureau of Outdoor , ;• '
ulations at least two per cent of the , Recreation. • :' 4.v 5 „ ,4..::__ x• '
development must be retained in its But the city is looking into spending :: • - - „p< 4.5- _ ,�. , , .ti„ ,, _ °
natural state but BNplans to exceed development .'�'��''�': .- ,% - ,�--��^- ^�<--.� _>�.:.^�'>
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officials about buying any land in the that they aren't too interested," Numerous wild ducks glide across this marshland pond's million to buy from the railroad.But,conservationists say,
flats. Coulon says• far edge. It's land such as this that.could cost up to S1 it could be worth it,as a bird refuge.
"I could approach them," he says,. Utility Charge? -
"but in the past they've been more South King County taxpayers could •
interested in funding nature centers. end up paying for at least some of the Kent, Auburn, Tukwila'and King a utility,under which taxpayers would Whether 60 acres at Orillia Flat
There could be one built in that area if marshland under a proposal now County come up with a plan to retain fund acquisition of right-of-way for the might be included in the 110 the four
the land is preserved." _ - ' . ' being discussed by county officials. . 110 acres of wetlands for wildlife. channels, the 110 acres of wetlands, cities and the county must retain
Steiner says he does know of at least ••- A'plan to dig drainage canals to im- "We have a mandate, but we don't and maintenance and operation of the hasn't been decided. But Rentop
two other potential sources of money. prove flood control in the Valley was have any money to buy any land," drainage project. - planner Ericksen is optimistic that; '
"The townof Steilacoom has applied : authorized by Congress more than 10 says County Hydraulics Engineer "We're looking very strongly at a
for federal money to buy-a marsh in years ago. But so far no construction , George Wanamaker. "And we're not service charge," Wanamaker says. somehow, some of the land will be •
their area,"he says."They're going to ' money has come from Washington— ' aware of any federal or state funding "Those on the hillsides would con- Preserved.
the Land and Water Conservation and the federal Soil Conservation available." tribute too—not just the landowners "It definitely is within the realm of
Fund, which is, I believe, funded by _ Service says none will until Renton, So the county is considering forming on the Valley floor." feasibility," he says.
EXti i I= __._ "A" TO APPLICATION FOR GRAL._i I CENSE
ORILLIA INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
DESCRIPTION
All that certain real property situate in the Cities of Tukwila and Renton,
County of King, State of Washington, being portions of Sections 25 and 36,
T.23N., R.4E. , W.M. , and portions of Section 30 and 31 , T.23N. , R.5E. , W.M. ,
and being more particularly described as follows:
BEGINNING at the intersection of the northerly margin of S.W. 43rd Street,
with the westerly margin of East Valley Road; thence from said POINT OF
BEGINNING, along said northerly margin of S.W. 43rd Street in a westerly
direction 3,200 feet more or less to the westerly boundary of the Lands of
Glacier Park Co. ; thence northerly along said westerly boundary 1 ,300feet
more or less to the southerly boundary of the Lands of Glacier Park Co. ;
thence westerly along said southerly boundary 1 ,900 feet more or less to
the easterly Right-of-Way line of the Burlington Northern Railway; thence
northerly along said easterly Right-of-Way line 3,250 feet more or less to
the northerly boundary of said Glacier Park Co. ; thence along last said
northerly boundary, easterly 1 ,850 feet more or less, northerly 800 feet
more or less and easterly 3,600 feet more or less to said westerly margin of
East Valley Road; thence southerly and southwesterly along last said westerly
margin 5,500 feet more or less to the POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 594
acres more or less.
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Renton Planning Commission
Meeting April 2 , 1975
Page Seven
Indicating that he felt the subject had been studied as far
as practical by the Community Development Committee , COMMIS-
SIONER TEEGARDEN MOVED THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVE
THE PROPOSED CHANGES , INCLUDING THE AMENDMENTS INCORPORATED
IN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT OF MAY 12 , 1975 ,
AND FURTHER THAT THE EAST/WEST COLLECTOR ROAD ACROSS THE
VALLEY BE NOTED ON THE MAP AS INDICATED IN THE CIRCULATION
MAP DATED FEBRUARY 1975 .
In the discussion that followed , Commissioner Wik inquired
if Commissioner Teegarden favored the north/south arterial
and was advised that the committee report was not in favor.
Mr. Teegarden stated that if the Valley is developed , he
feels it will be necessary eventually although expensive
to build.
The Chairman called for a second to the motion . Noting
none , he declared the motion dead for lack of a. .second.
Further discussion ensued with Commissioner Scholes indi -
cating that he was in favor of the general concept of the
proposed change but did not believe it represented what
the community wants to see. He stated that he felt that
twenty acres of dedicated greenbelt was insufficient and
that there could be problems associated with the designa-
tion "deferred development. "
ACTION:
MOVED BY SCHOLES, SECONDED BY GIBSON, THAT THIS REVISION
BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR FURTHER STUDY
AND REPORT BACK BY THE JUNE 25TH PUBLIC HEARING. MOTION
CARRIED.
Commissioner Teegarden reminded the Commission that the
public hearing had been closed , allowing for no public
input at the June 25th meeting . Discussion followed , and
it was the conclusion of the Commission that it may be
necessary to reopen the public hearing prior to final
action . Commissioners will be notified of the date for
the study meeting.
Commissioner Gibson left the meeting at this time , 10 : 25 p . m.',
having been excused for a previous commitment .
4 - NEW BUSINESS :
The new business items were introduced to the Commission by
the Planning Director at the request of the Chairman . Loca-
tion of all sites were noted on the vicinity map , and a gen-
eral description of the proposals were given as follows :
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REZONE:
A. W. STEWART POPE ; Appl . No . R-816-75 ; rezone from G-9600
to P-1 ; property located at 3713 Talbot Road South
Mr. Ericksen noted that the Comprehensive Plan had been
amended by the City Council per Ordinance No . 2891 with
regard to the 8. 28 acre site , and an application had been
submitted for rezone of the property from G-9600 to P- 1 .
The Planning Director described the natural characteristics
of the 520 ' x 800 ' site , which includes a ravine , and the
general make-up of the neighborhood .
At the request of the Chairman , Vice-Chairman Scholes chaired the
meeting at this time .
Renton Planning Commission
Meeting -Apra-1--2 , 1975
Page Eight fib, i, /,
REZONE:
B, DON B . UNDERWOOD; Appl .. No . R-819-75 ; rezone from
GS- 1 to SR- 1 ; property located at 1706 Talbot Rd. S.
between 17th P1 . So. and 16th P1 . So.
The Planning Director stated that the proposed rezone
request was to allow for subdivision of the 1 . 1 acre
site into three individual single family residential
building sites . The property lies within a single
family residential area and is so designated on the
Comprehensive Plan . He noted that a waiver of off-
site improvements has also been requested.
SPECIAL PERMIT:
C, GLACIER PARK CO. ; Appl . No . SP-822-75; special
permit to fill and grade in M-P/G zone ; property
located south of existing Mobil and Olympic
Petroleum Distribution Facility north of S . W.
43rd and westerly of East Valley Road and easterly
and northerly of Sternoff Metals .
The Planning Director referred the Commission to the
presentation made at the April 2 , 1975 , public hearing
by Mike Brooks of Wilsey and Ham and Mr. Boyd of
Burlington Northern with regard to the approximate
594 acre site. The request is to fill and grade with
approximately 2 .6 cubic million yards of fill material .
Present zoning of the site was noted and existing
topography and drainage was described. Mr. Ericksen
stated that twenty acres of ponding area will be
designated as "open space. "
The phasing of the development plan will have to be
addressed in the fill permit itself and the sequence
of filling and grading will require study. The reuse
plan was also described.
TEMPORARY PERMIT:
D. EVELYN M. PIPO; Appl . No . TP-817-75 ; temporary permit
to allow a group home for handicapped children in an
S- 1 zone ; property located at 1417 S. 27th St.
Noting previous Planning Commission approval of the group
home for handicapped children for a period of two years ,
which is now expiring , Mr. Ericksen advised that it re-
quires Planning Commission review for renewal . The
approximate 1/4 acre site is located near Nelson Junior
High in an area designated for public and quasi -public
use on the Comprehensive Plan .
WAIVER OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS :
E. DON B. UNDERWOOD; Appl . No . W-818-75 ; waiver of
off-site improvements of a short subdivision ; prop-
erty located at 1706 Talbot Rd . S. between 17th P1 . S
and 16th P1 . S.
Noting that the 1 . 1 acre site is proposed for division
into three single family lots and referring to Mr. Under-
wood ' s request for rezone , the Planning Director des-
cribed the plat plan . Two sites will support construc-
tion of new homes . The waiver of off-site improvements
has been requested due to their absence in the neighbor-
hood.
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Exhibit "It" to Application for Grading License
Explanation of "Completion Date"
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The grading for this site is anticipated to begin
April 1, 19.75 . The completion date cannot be accurately
forcast at the time of this application, however, those
portions of the property not previously filled fronting
on East Valley Highway will be filled first, followed by
those areas along Oakesdate Avenue S .W., until approximately
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1, 700,00.0 cubic yards of fill will have been placed. This
portion of the grading operation will be completed prior
to October 1977, at which time the currently valid borrow
permit will expire . .
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The rate at which the remaining fill of approximately
800,000 cubic yards will be placed will be governed by .
availability of material and other factors not now discern-
able . The grading operations for the entire site, includ-
ing areas already filled, will be pursued in an expeditious
manner until completed in accordance with approved plans .
Pursuant to Section 4-2307, Application Item No. 1 Permits .
required, of Ordinance No. 2820, renewal of the license
will be required, perhaps more than once, ;due to the large
volume of fill and other work required. .
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V aniR THE CITY OF RENTON
MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH. 98055
0/3 AVERYGARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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January 24, 1975
MEMORANDUM
TO: Files
FROM: Joan Lankford
RE: Orillia Industrial Park (B .N . R. R. )
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Mike Smith and I met with Llewellyn Mathews January
23, 1975 , to discuss the EIS document on the above-men-
tioned project.
It was emphasized that the EIS must be presented in
a more compact summary document-type form and technical
data should be made available in a supportive document
that will be kept on file/and distributed to those agen-
cies that would require the technical data .
We provided our copy of the draft assessment, with
noted comments , to Wilsey and Ham to assist in writing
the EIS . In addition , the comments for additional infor-
mation requested at the joint meeting with B . N . R. R. and
Wilsey and Ham ( January 17, 1975 ) were to be incorporated
in the EIS document.
Our copy with noted comments will be returned to
the office .
We discussed the content of the summary document.
It was agreed upon that it would contain general des-
criptions of the pertinent natural conditions and more
detailed information in terms of the various impacts ,
mitigating measures that can be taken to reduce those
impacts , alternatives , and development plans including
design elements to be applied .
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MEMORANDUM
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TO : Files
FROM: Joan Lankford
RE : Orillia Industrial Park (B .N . R. R. )
A meeting was held January 17 , with representatives of
Burlington Northern , Wilsey and Ham, and the City of
Renton regarding the contents of an Environmental As-
sessment and impact statement on the above mentioned
project .
Attendence :
Burlington Northern Wilsey and Ham
R . M. Boyd Mike Brooks
Property Management, David H . Boyle
Donald A. Cowles Llewellyn Mathews
F. A . Kemps , Engineer
T. C. Nordquist, Engineer
City of Renton
Gordon Y . Ericksen , Planning Director
Mike Smith , Planning Department
Joan Lankford, Planning Department
Dave Hamlin , Public Works Department
It was requested that the EIS he presented in a con-
densed form with a technical supportive document that
will be kept on file in the Planning Department and
City Library, along with the Environmental Draft As-
sessment.
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Files
January 20, 1975
Page Two
More specific information was requested on the develop-
ment program in the following areas :
o Standards and design criteria
o Mitigation measures (open space , recreation ,
waterways , etc. )
o Restrictive covenants
o Development phasing
o Development goals (what type of industry will
be encouraged , appropiate controls , definitive
areas - proposed uses )
o Traffic generators
In addition , the attached memo represents the Public
Works Department ' s concerns which were presented at
this meeting .
The Planning Department staff will meet with repre-
sentatives of Wilsey and Ham to discuss more specific
information regarding the modification of the EIS
document. (Meeting held January 23 , with Llewellyn
Mathews . )
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MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON,WASH.98055
AVERY GARRETT, MAYOR • PLANNING DEPART
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235 - 2550
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• January 15 , 1975
MEMORANDUM
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TO : Files
FROM: Joan A. Lankford , Assistant Planner
RE : Orillia Industrial Park Draft
Environmental Impact Statement
Joint meeting of Planning Department and Public works De-
partment regarding the above project.
Attendance:
Warren Gonnason , Gordon Y . Ericksen ,
Public Works Director Planning Director
Tom Touma Mike Smith
Dick Houghton Gary Kruger
Dave Hamlin Joan Lankford
The following items were discussed as per Public Works con-
cerns to be included in the Environmental Impact Statement.
TRAFFIC AND ALTERNATIVES :
1 . The southern arterial which_ connects to East
Valley Road may require some interchange
modification to handle increased traffic and
improve traffic flow and turning movements
and signalization .
2. Other access seems to be adequate.
3. Provide statement of alternative if Lind and
Oaksdale Avenues ' improvements should not be
feasible , and mitigating measures provided.
4. Provide statement regarding complying and
conforming with City' s standards as per safety,
and ordinances , and standards .
Files
January 15 , 1975
Page Two
5. Incorporate median landscape strip for
boulevard concept on major arterials .
UTILITIES :
1 . Will project exceed the Fire Department ' s
water flow demand for fire protection?
2 . Is there -a feasibility that a business would
demand a high water use that would require
an expanded supply? Or provide a statement
that would exclude such uses.
DRAINAGE AND STORM SYSTEM:
1 . Discuss alternatives if the P-1 Channel is not
installed and mitigating measures to reduce
impact,
(a) area holding basins to reduce run-off
peak times and silt retention--incorporate
in landscape open-space scheme, and
(b) mitigation measures to reduce increased
temperature from surface run-off(landscape
and shade factor) , and
(c) oil/water separators before water enters
the channel system.
RAILROAD IMPACT :
1 . Discuss measures of control at grade crossing
with reference to safety and blocking roadway .
2 . Discuss standards and quality of railroad crossing .
3. Discuss quality and development plans for cross-
ings over the P-1 Channel .
FILLING OPERATION :
1 . Statement regarding control of filling operations--
conform and comply with safety requirements and
City Ordinances .
2 . Check State flood permit requirements--does pro-
posed fill elevations meet 100 year storm?
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TIMING AND REHABILITATION:
1. Removal of fill material from the site shall terminate on or before
October 15, 1977, regardless of the state of completion of the project.
2. The applicant shall submit to the Division of Land Use Management a
plan for site rehabilitation on or before October 15, 1975. This
plan may include a proposed redevelopment if such is anticipated
immediately after the termination of removal operations. Otherwise,
the plan must involve the immediate reforestation of the entire
excavated area, including the banks, in accordance with the planting
guide issued by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.
The type of seedlings and their spacing must be approved by that
Department.
SCREENING AND LIMITATIONS ON REMOVAL OF MATERIALS:
3. The following land shall be set aside by the applicant as screening and
buffering areas for adjacent properties and County rights of way during
the period of excavation:
a. All land within 150 feet of the new right-of-way line of
108th Avenue S.E.
b. All land within 75 feet of the following adjacent properties:
To the north, Tax Lots 65, 122, 177, 198, 234, and
the easterly 300 feet of Tax Lots 242 and 260.
c. All land within 20 feet of the north boundary and 20 feet
of the west boundary of the Lutheran Church properties.
d. Inside corners shall be rounded on a 100-foot radius.
Minor adjustments to better shape the final contours may be
authorized by the Division of Land Use Management.
4. Strategic portions of the land set aside for buffering and screening shall
be planted in suitable tree cover as soon as practicable after Council
action on this request. No further excavation shall be permitted and
no grading permit shall be issued until such areas are planted and a
maintenance program established to the satisfaction of the Division
of Land Use Management.
5. No cut slopes shall exceed a slope of 2H:1V.
6. No excavation shall be permitted which will result in a final overall
grade from east to west of more than 6%. The base level of excavation
and the amount of material removed shall be adjusted to accommodate the
new setback requirements.
ACCESS AND OPERATING CONDITIONS:
7. Maximum hours of haul operation shall be from 7:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
and on weekdays only.
8. All access and egress shall be via Carr Road.
9. Prior to any further hauling operations from the site the applicant
shall meet with King County Grading Technical Committee to work out
methods of reducing the impact of the hauling operation on the community.
The Technical Committee may as a condition of grading permit renewal,
require the applicant to utilize the most current technology for noise
suppression on trucks, loaders and other grading equipment, and is
requested to work with the applicant in devising reasonable measures
for removal of trackage from the trucks before entering Carr Road.
Carr Road shall be swept and washed if necessary, and care shall be
exercised that material is not washed into stream channels or residential
gardens adjacent to the road.
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
10. The applicant shall dedicate 20 feet of right of way along 108th
Avenue S.E. (SR 515) as requested by the Department of Public Works.
11. The applicant shall obtain a Hydraulics Permit from the Washington
State Department of Fisheries.
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Regular Meeting
November 18, 1974 Municipal Building
Monday , 8: 00 P .M. Council Chambers
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Avery Garrett, presiding, led the Pledge of Allegiance and called
the meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF EARL CLYMER, Council President; HENRY E. SCHELLERT, GEORGE J. PERRY,
COUNCIL and RICHARD M. STREDICKE. Council President Clymer noted Councilmen
CHARLES DELAURNETI and WILLIAM GRANT were concluding a meeting and soon re=
.turn. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECONDED BY STREDICKE, ABSENT COUNCILMAN KENNETH
BRUCE BE EXCUSED BECAUSE OF ILLNESS. CARRIED. All three Councilmen
arrived shortly after Roll Call .
CITY OFFICIALS AVERY GARRETT, Mayor; G. M. SHELLAN, City Attorney; DEL MEAD, City Clerk;
IN ATTENDANCE GWEN MARSHALL, Finance Director; WARREN GONNASON, Public Works Director;.
DON STARK, Administrative Assistant; HUGH DARBY, Police Chief; GEORGE
WILLIAMS, Fire Chief; VERN CHURCH, Purchasing Agent; VIC TeGANTVOORT,
Street Supt. ; BOB HUGHES, Legislative Aide; KEN WHITE, Personne•1 Director;
JIM MAGSTADT, Asst. Planning' Director; GENE COULON, Park•. Director.
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MINUTE APPROVAL MOVED BY CLYMER, SECONDED BY STREDICKE, COUNCIL APPROVE MINUTES OF
NOVEMBER 4, 1974 AS PREPARED AND MAILED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE •
AND NEW BUSINESS Lettersrfrom Public Works Director Gonnason submitted Final Assessment Roll
in the amount of $230,042.65 for LID 285, Sanitary Sewer Project in the
L. I .D 285 Orillia area and recommended the date of December 16, 1974 be set for
Orillia Sewers hearing on the final roll . The letters itemized costs and noted that the
Final Assessment construction of the sewer trunk to serve the properties which abut
Public Hearing the northerly margin of S.W. 43rd St. have been deleted from the local
December 16, '74 improvement district because of the proposed widening of S.W. 43rd Street
from East to West Valley Roads and.these properties are not included in
the assessment of the district. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY CLYMER,
COUNCIL SET DATE OF DECEMBER 16, 1974 FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON FINAL ASSESS-
MENT ROLL. • CARRIED. ,
Lind Ave. S.W. City Clerk Mead reported November 6, 1974 bid opening for Lind Ave. S.•W. •
Watermain watermain project with eight bidders as shown on attached tabulation,
•Bid Opening noting low bidder, Tri-tate Construction Co. , Inc., Bellevue, in the
amount of $567,150. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY CLYMER, COUNCIL
REFER THE BIDS TO PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE FOR RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
Cooks Texaco Sign Letter from Mr. James Cooks, Cooks Texaco, 150 S.W. Sunset Blvd. , re- •
quested a street-use permit in order to improve signs and lighting on
property located at the intersection of S.W. Sunset and Langston Road.
The letter also noted removal of signs in compliance with City Staff
request and noted plans for improvements. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECONDED
BY PERRY, COUNCIL REFER REQUEST TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE AND
THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR. CARRIED.
Renton Fire Letter from the Renton Fire Fighters Local 864 Secretary, Larry Weiss,
Fighters offered proposal considered of mutual benefit to the City and Union and
Contract noted contract contained four items as openers to negotiate the 1975
Negotiations contract, that as result of an impasse on the two large financial items
the Local filed for mediation as of October 20, 1974 with the Department
of Labor & Industries. Impasse items: Manning of companies and larger
differential percentage between lieutenants and captains. The letter
noted dropping of the impasse items for an 8% wage increase effective
December 1 , 1974. The letter further listed negotiated items which
had been agreed upon: $4.00 premium for aid car personnel when assigned
($1 .60 increase over '74 premium) and $70 premium for training officer
per month ($35 increase per mo. over '74 premium). MOVED BY PERRY,
SECONDED BY DELAURENTI, COUNCIL REFER FIRE FIGHTERS REQUEST TO THE
COUNCIL'S EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND COUNCIL'S NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE. Upon
inquiry by Councilman Stredicke, Councilman Perry noted the Executive
Committee consisted of all Council Members. MOTION .CARRIED.
Renton City Council Meeting t
Minutes of 11/18/74 - Page 2 VV
CORRESPONDENCE AND CURRENT BUSINESS - Continued ae�� ✓�,
Acquisition of Letter from Park Director Coulon noted Park Board and Assistant City
Burlington Attorney approval for the purchase of 15,390 sq. ft. of property owned
Northern in fee and 10,917 sq. ft. for property rights easement owned by Burlington
Right of Way Northern Co. and asked Council concurrence.for purchase for the total
at Beach Park amount of $7,600. The letter noted negotiations for the Petition of the
City to Acquire Certain Lands, Lake Washington Beach Park, K.C. #7145 32,
resulted in reduction of the purchase price from $10,200 to $7,600.
MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY PERRY, COUNCIL CONCUR IN REQUEST TO
PURCHASE SAID PROPERTY AND REFER TO THE LEGISLATION COMMITTEE FOR ACTION.
CARRIED.
Transfer of Funds Letter from Finance Director Marshall requested transfer of funds
Disaster Relief , by Resolution from the Disaster Relief Fund to the Current Fund and the
Waterworks Utility Fund in total amount of $12,000.35, which would close
out the Disaster Relief Fund, final payment to the Disaster Relief
Project having been received. MOVED BY DELAURENTI , SECONDED BY CLYMER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN REQUEST FOR TRANSFER AND THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO
THE LEGISLATION COMMITTEE FOR PROPER RESOLUTION. CARRIED.
H in & Letter from Mayor Garrett noted presentation to the Council on November
omtu i 7th re the Housing and Community Development Act, 1974, and receipt of
eve o men t a draft of a letter of intent from King County for joint participation
under the Act's Block Grant Provisions; that the King County Council
Joint has adopted Motion No. 1808 indicating its willingness to jointly
Participation participate with suburban jurisdictions in the application for block
with King County grant funds. The letter noted the joint participation approach as
by Suburban the most feasible course for the City as it offers an opportunity to
Cities participate for funding in the fiscal year 1975, while preparing for
1976 and 1977. The letter requested Council authorize the Mayor to sign
Anticipated Funds the letter of intent in order to meet the deadlines as established
-1975 $400,000 by the Housing and Community Development Act in order to establish
1976 $800,000 Renton's eligibility under the joint participation approach. MOVED BY
1977 $1 ,200,000 SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY CLYMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN RECOMMENDATION OF
THE MAYOR SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF THE CITY ATTORNEY AS TO LEGAL FORM.*
Upon request by Councilman Stredicke for further explanation, Ast. Planning
Director Magstadt described the Housing Act: Title I being Community
Development Funds requiring submittal by 1975 of Community Development
Program; Title II Housing Assistance Grant requiring target areas with
needs for housing to be established. Administrative Assistant Stark
explained the H.U.D. Act combined old programs of urban renewal , open
space, historic preservation code enforcement assistance.
Council President Clymer presented report on the Committee of the Whole
Meeting of November 7, 1974 on the Housing Community Development Act
of 1974 presentation by City and King County staff explaining the
emphasis of the Act is on low and moderate income family housing, but
that impact on the total community is possible through comprehensive
planning and implementation of the block grant approvals. The report
reviewed eligible activities: land acquisition, construction, installa-
tion of public works, other community facilities, housing for elderly,
provision of special facilities as well as programs geared to improving
public services relating to employment, economic development, crime
prevention, child care, health drug abuse, education, welfare and
recreational needs of an area. The report noted the Administration
was formulating a development plan and requested that the subject
matter be referred to the Council 's Community Services Committee to
serve as liaison in the community plan development phase. *MOTION
CARRIED. MOVED BY PERRY, SECONDED BY CLYMER, THAT THE COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMITTEE ACT AS LIAISON ON THIS MATTER. CARRIED.
,Protest to Letter from Mr. Jon W. Koloski , 17405 98th Ave. S. , expressed opposition
Pope Property. to recent reclassification of land parcel owned by Mr. and Mrs. W.
Reclassification Stewart Pope of 3717 Talbot Road S. , from R-1 to P-1 . The letter noted
Located North potential adverse effects of P-1 uses, urging the ravine bordering the
of Valley north edge of the Pope property remain a natural boundary between the
General Hospital residential and commercial development. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED
BY CLYMER, THIS LETTER BE PLACED ON FILE PENDING RECEIPT OF REZONE
APPLICATION FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION. Following discussion, MOTION
CARRIED.
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APRIL 10, 1974
RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION
RENTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING
200 MILL AVENUE SOUTH
RENTON, WASHINGTON 98055
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GENTLEMEN
IT HAS COME TO nOUT ATTENTION THAT ANDY NAGY ENTERPRISES IS PLANNING
TO CONSTRUCT Atk8,000 SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT COMPLEX ON BURLINGTON
NORTHERN PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE WEST VALLEY HIGHWAY
SOUTH OF 158TH.
WE WISH TO RECOMMEND THIS PROJECT VERY STRONGLY SINCE ADDITIONAL
RESTAURANT FACILITIES ARE CRITICALLY NEEDED IN OUR INDUSTRIAL AREA
TO SERVICE OUR EMPLOYEES LUNCH ANU DINNER TIME REQUIREMENTS.
AT THE PRESENT TIME THE NEAREST OPEN LUNCH-TIME FACILITY IS IN KENT
AND THE LONG DRIVE BACK AND FORTH RESULTS IN A HURRIED QUICK SNACK
NOT CONDUCIVE TO MAINTAINING HIGH EMPLOYEE MORALE AND EFFICIENCY.
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APPLICANT TO COMPLETE .ITEMS 1 THROUGH 6:
1. Name Glacier Park Co. 'I Phone 624-1900
Burlington Northern, Inc. •
Address Property Management Dept. , Lobby 2, Central Building, Seattle, WA 98104
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2. Property location .1h the northwest quadrant of the E. Valley Road and •
S.W. 43rd Street intersection.
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3. Legal description (, ttach additional sheet if necessary)
See attached descri'ptiOn, Exhibit 'IA" •
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4 . Number of acres or . q. ft. 594 Acres (+) Present zoning M-1 ,G
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5. What do you propose !to develop on this property?
Industrial Park
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6. The following information shall be submitted with this application:
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A. Site and accessplan (include setbacks ,
existing structres, easements, and other
factors limiting development) 1" = 10' or 20 '
B. Parking, landsc4ping and screening plan . vl" = 10 '
C. Vicinity map (include land use and zoning
on adjacent parcels) 1" = 200' - 800'
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D. Building height and area (existing and proposed)
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E . A special permit .required by the Renton Mining, Excavation
and Grading Ordinance shall submit the information listed •
in Section 4-2367. 5 in addition to the above .
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7. PLANNING COMMISSION!ACTION o'
Date approve'�:%�. ,. #/ _,,2,.� ///4-75
Date denied /�
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'1(, Glacier Park Co. , being duly sworn, declare that
T'S -aza •the owner of the property involved in this application and that the
foregoing statements and answers herein contained and the information
herewith submitted are in all respects true and correct to• the best of
my knowledge and belief.
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CERTIFICATION :
This is to certify that the foregoing application has been inspected by me
and has been found tobe. thorough and complete in every ,particular and to
conform to the ry; "e()''anid- eguations of. the Renton Planning Department
governing . the f 'in ,r ' ' 1
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Data Received APR 22 197. , 19 By:
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Renton City Council M�nui�o
12/10/73 Page 2
CORRESPONDENCE AND CURRENT BUSINESS - Continued
O.t/ Storage. sg,E,e, ., area d saint eub4uniaeety to both the Gneen and Cedars R..veiii
Continued at wet at Lake Washington and Puget Sound. MOVED BY GRANT,
SECONDED BY PERRY, COPY OF THIS LETTER BE FORWARDED TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION. CARRIED.
Rezone Appl. R-735-73 Letter 6nom Ptann�ng D.vicectot Et.icksen reported the PLann.ing
Chat st B. Guy Committion hat compteted review o 6 the ChatZa B. Guy appti atLon
Anew o6 Grady Way bon rezone 6nom G .to L-.e o6 pnopenty Located at 404 S.W. Grady
• Way o6 68/1.00 octet undeveloped Land pnopo4ed bon storage o6
recreational veh.ictes, being Light Indut.t.Lal an Manu6actwu;ng
Path on the Compnehen4.ive Land U4e Plan. The tettet neponted
the applicant tubmtitted nestn.Lctive covenants with ne6eh.enee to
4 etbaeks and Lando taping and .that 6 ottowLng Pubt.i.e Heating .the
Planning Committion neeommended .that .the rezone 6rom G .to L-1
be appnaved. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY DELAURENTI, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND REFER
TO THE LEGISLATION COMMITTEE. Planning Ditecton Enickzen 4howed
the area on ditptay map and upon .inquiry 04 Councilman Grant
wonted area 06 rezone not within 200 beet 06 pnopo4ed P-1
• channel. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY DELAURENTI, CITY
ACCEPT RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS FILED WITH THIS REQUEST FOR REZONE.
Councilman Petty ached to be not.i6.Led upon /seconding 06 covenants,
adoption o6 rezone ordinance pending upon tame. Councilman
Grant £nouined ne 6 i;Q,Z, Etickt en advising pno pert ty had been
,`fitted. CARRIED.
Gneen Riven Valley . Letter 64om PtannLng D-ucecton En.ickaen asked cone.Lde u t1.on 06 •
Land 6itt/Rezone Ptann.i.ng Committion necommendatLon that .the CA_ty Council past
Monaton.Lwn Asked an ordinance pnoh.Lbiting any 611 Lng and declare a monatoni.um
on nezonet in the Gneen Riven Valley area ban a period o6 one
yea. -to allow time ban review o6 .the Comprehensive Plan in that
area, especially in relation to the City Council ne6e..alt ne
limitation oA oit tank ttonage 6ac,LL t,Le4 and pipeline request.
Propo4ed motion by Sttedieke, seconded by Grant, bon Council
eonewvicence in Planning Committion necommendati.on, was 4upen4.eded
by MOTION BY PERRY, SECONDED BY SCHELLERT, TO REFER RECOMMENDA-
TION TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. Upon Council inquiry,
City Attorney Shettan advised 4ound neaton4 ban moratorium needed,
boundarci.es need to be out.ined o6 area to be included and a
dete'un nat i o n a4 to .inctuw.Lon 06 induttrc i.aL and/on rezidenti..a l
praperr ty. Councilman Grant reported mining and grading ordinance
• report was 6onthcoming. MOTION CARRIED.
RISCO, Meeting . Letter 640m Mh. Jean DeSpaLn, Chairman, Rivet Basin Coordinating
re Drainage and Committee invited the City Council and City Sta66 to attend a
Flood Probtemt Riven Basin Coordinating Committee (RIBCO) meeting in Council
Chambett 9:00 'a.m. DecembeA 18, to d.izcuzzv.iewz and 4ugge4ti.on4
aL the South King County commun-Lt.et ass they ne a..te to a.ea
planning bon dnaLnage and 6Lood pnobtemt.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Mt. Bruce Haze commended the Mayon and City Council on coopena-
P. �..D. tLon with Renton buoine.64men and the redevelopment 06 the City
Mr. Bruce Hutze center.
.i Mn. Robet.t Boyd Mt. Robert t Boyd, A441.stant Manag eh c'{, the Buffington Non.the.nn and
Buffington Nortthetn Gtaci,et Pa.k Co., questioned advizabit ty a6 ptacc.ng moil to.t1.um
GLacLer Park Co. on excavation and Land Wt. in the VaYley area., claiming tame
would be haiun uL to plant and pnagnett o6 iitt to 40-50 acne
Excavation neat parcel on Eatt Va ley Rd., having King County examinne& necommenda-
Benton S Cant Rdt. ton that pno j ect be completed .in Out yeat period with nestona-
6an VaRley Land Fill ton 6ottowing, and having City approval, being in accordance with
Comprehensive P?an adopted by the City. Mt. Boyd asked .that
prajeet be completed without disruption.
APPOINTMENTS Letter 6.nom Mayan. Gat.'.ett awp stinted Mt. Harty Haight, ,'724 South
Mt. Hatay Haight Sunnyctett Rd. , Seattle to the Board 06 Ethics Lon a bout-yeah
Board ()if Eth.c4 te.m exp ur ing December 31, 1977, as a member 06 .the Renton
• Chamber a6 Commence nepLaci.ng Mt. Floyd Hughes SA. MOVED BY
DELAURENTI, SECONDED BY STREDICKE, APPOINTMENT BE REFERRED TO
THE FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
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Renton City Council Meeting- Minutes
August 20, 1973 - Page 3
CORRESPONDENCE AND CURRENT BUSINESS
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Bid Opening City Clerk Mead reported bid opening on August 14, 1973 for L.I.D. 276, .
L.I.D. 276 -Phase II Phase II, with six bidders responding. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED
Sanitary Sewers BY CLYMER, THAT THE BIDS BE REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
Kennydale FOR RECOMMENDATION. MOTION CARRIED. (Tabulations attached) .
Opening - Highlands The Clerk read letter from Library Director Clark H. Petersen,
Branch Library announcing the opening of the new branch library and.inviting the
9/16/73 Mayor to accept the Library for the City of Renton and inviting
the Councilmen to speak on the occasion as they are introduced.
Petition Re SW 16th The Clerk read letter from Chairman of the Board of Public Works
St. Improvement Del Bennett recommending that the priority rating adopted by the
City Council and as included in the Six-Year Construction Program,
which schedules work On S.W. 16th in the 1977-1979 construction
period, be concurred with. MOVED BY. PERRY, SECONDED BY CLYMER,
TO REFER COMMUNICATION TO THE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE. MOTION
CARRIED.
Olympic Pipe Line Co. The Clerk read letter from the Olympic Pipe Line Co. which trans-
Environmental mitted their Environmental Impact Statement for the construction
Impact Statement of a new refined products pipe line through the City of Renton.
MOVED BY GRANT, SECONDED BY PERRY, TO REFER THE STATEMENT TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION AND THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Airport Way Land- Letter from Public Works Director recommended for payment the Final Esti
scaping Project mate due Westerra, Inc. in the amount of $3,696.80, work completed and
CAG 019-73 accepted 8/10/73, plant guarantee bonds in effect through 8/9/74. If,
Final Estimate after 30 days, no liens or claims are filed and proof of tax liabilities
is received, retained percentage of $5,397.86 will be paid contractor,
MOVED BY CLYMER, SECONDED BY BRUCE TO CONCUR IN RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED
Surplus Vehicles Letter from Purchasing Agent Vern Church was read listing the
eight vehicles within the Equipment Rental fund that have been
replaced with new equipment during the past few months. Permission
was requested to dispose of the equipment by sealed bid with referral
to the Legislation Committee for proper Resolution. MOVED BY CLYMER,
SECONDED BY BRUCE, TO CONCUR IN THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PURCHASING •
AGENT AND DECLARE THE VEHICLES SURPLUS. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY
SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY CLYMER, THE COMMUNICATION BE REFERRED TO THE
FINANCE COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED.
Claim - J. C. Penney City Clerk read Claim from J. C. Penney Co. , Inc. , 700 S. 3rd St.
Co. - Window for damages to plate glass windows by flying rocks. MOVED BY
Damage BRUCE, SECONDED BY SCHELLERT, TO REFER TO THE CITY ATTORNEY AND
THE INSURANCE CARRIER. MOTION CARRIED.
-* Burlington Northern Letter from Burlington Northern was read describing proposed elimina-
Proposed Construc- tion of their crossing on Monster Road and requesting like petition to
tion - Vicinity of the Wash. Transportation & Utility Commission in connection with it.
Longacres MOVED BY DELAURENTI, SECONDED BY SCHELLERT, TO REFER THE COMMUNICATION
PTO THE TRAI'($PORTATION COMMITTEE TO REPORT BACK. CARRIED.
APPOINTMENTS Mayor Garrett submitted a Certificate of Appointment to Housing
Mr. Louie Gebenini Authority reappointing Mr. Louie Gebenini as a Commissioner of
668 Sunset Blvd. NE the Housing Authority of the City of Renton, term to expire 9/10/78.
Housing Commission Council concurrence not required for this appointment.
OLD BUSINESS The Clerk read the report from Public Works Committee regard-
ing receipt of the $95,000 loan from the Economic Assistance Authority
EAA Loan - Sani- and requesting that the propo.&0d ordinance for appropriating and
tary Sewers & transferring the funds to a Capital Outlay Account be referred to •
Water Mains in the Legislation Committee. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY CLYMER,
N. Renton Indus- TO CONCUR IN THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE. TO REFER
trial Area TO THE LEGISLATION COMMITTEE. After some ensuing discussion, the
MOTION CARRIED, and it was further MOVED BY CLYMER, SECONDED BY GRANT,
THAT THE SUBJECT OF COST FOR WATER PRODUCTION AND CHARGES BE REFERRED
TO THE $OARD Of PUBLIC WORKS FOR FURTHER STUDY. CARRIED. After review
by Mr. Gonnason of consultant's findings in prior rate study and
current costs, nereLufore pi•e:senLed to the finance Committee, it was
MOVED BY GRANT, SECONDED BY CLYMER THAT TILE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS_
GIVE PRESENTATION TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AS WAS GIVEN TO THE FINANCE
COMMITTEE. CARRIED. MATTER REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE.
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Page 3 - July 16, 1973
AUDIENCE COMMENT (Continued)
Sign Code SERVICES COMMITTEE. Upon inquiry, Acting Building Director Wes Crews
stated that letters had been sent to all businesses with signs not
conforming to the Code. About four years ago Public Hearings were
held which were attended by sign owners, sign manufacturers and other
people interested and the present sign code was enacted in September,
1969. All nonconforming signs which have a replacement value of over
$500 were given four years to be brought up to standards or removed.
Councilman Stredicke suggested that if the people in the real estate
business want to get together and meet with Council Committee, that '
the Chairman of the Committee would let Mr. Boyer know of the meeting.
MOTION CARRIED.
Mr. Tom Teasdale Mr. Teasdale commented that he had also received a letter pertaining
124 Williams S. to a pole sign at his place of business which overhangs the street
about two feet.
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Voucher Approval Finance and Personnel/Committee Chairman Schellert recommended payment
L.I.D. 277 of Warrants 6723 through 6930 in the amount of $109,038.98 having
R-1 $11,787.66 received departmental certification as to receipt of merchandise and/or
C-1 $11.787.66 services rendered. It includes Warrant 6771 for services payable to
Shepard Ambulance. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED DELAURENTI THAT COUNCIL
AUTHORIZE PAYMENT AS RECOMMENDED. Councilmen Perry, Bruce and Stredicke
questioned the payment for Warrant 6771 to Shepard Ambulance. MOVED BY
STREDICKE, SECONDED BY PERRY,' TO AMEND THE MOTION TO REMOVE WARRANT
6771 FOR FURTHER REVIEW. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED.
MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY PERRY, TO REFER THE MATTER OF PAYMENT
OF SHEPARD AMBULANCE TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE TO REPORT BACK.
MOTION CARRIED.
Recess MOVED BY GRANT, SECONDED BY STREDICKE, COUNCIL RECESS FOR TEN MINUTES.
MOTION CARRIED. Council reconvened at 9:30 P.M. Roll Call showed all
Councilmen present except Councilmen Clymer and Bruce, who appeared
:.;:1:ri Lly afterwards.
APPOINTMENTS Letter from Mayor Garrett was read appointing the following persons
Citizens' Shore- to the Citizens' Shoreline Advisory Board in conformance with Ordinance
line Advisory No. 2789: Mr. Don Humble, 360 Stevens Ave. S.W. ; Mr. Alex Cugini, Jr. ,
Committee 611 Renton Ave. S. ; Mr. Arthur D. Scholes, 1708 Ferndale Ave S.E. ;
Mrs. Dorothy Herbert, 3923 N.E. 6th St.; Mr. Robert Bignold, 1308
Thomas Lane, Apt. 107; Mr. Robert W. Schalkle, 664 Sunset Blvd. N.E. ;
Miss Debra Gustafson, 909 Union Ave. N.E. ; Mrs. Sharon Neglay, 656
Lind Ave. N.W. ; Mr. W. Stewart Pope, 3713 Talbot Rd. S. ; Mr. William
Goddard, 3707 Lake Washington Blvd. N. ; Mr. Robert L.• Phelps, 3831
Lake Washington Blvd. N. The Mayor's letter urged action as soon as
possible so the Committee could start its work. MOVED BY STREDICKE,
SECONDED BY DELAURENTI, TO REFER THE MATTER OF THE APPOINTMENTS TO
THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR RECOMMENDATION. MOTION CARRIED.
Personnel Director Letter from Mayor Garrett was read appointing Mr. Kenneth J. White
Mr. K. J. White to the position of Personnel Director for the City of Renton. Mr.
White is presently employed as Personnel Director for Billings Deaconess
Hospital in Billings, Montana and has a background providing him with
a full range of personnel and administrative experience. MOVED BY
STREDICKE, SECONDED BY GRANT TO REFER THE APPOINTMENT OF THE NEW
PERSONNEL DIRECTOR TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. MOTION CARRIED.
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.( OLD BUSINESS Councilman Grant announced that the Community Services Committee would
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Glacier Park hold an informational meeting with representatives from Burlington-
Industrial Industrial northern, King County Department of Hydraulics and the Soil Conserva-
Property . tion Bureau regarding Earlington Flats area.
Port of Seattle Councilman Grant reported that he had attended the Port of Seattle
meeting as requested by the Council last week, reporting to them .
that Renton wouldn't want any action taken on the proposed inclusion
• of the garlington Industrial Parks with the Port of Seattle. The
. City of Tukwila is anxious to be excluded from the boundaries of
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tunton City Council Meeting Minutes
?aqe 3 - July 9, 1973
:CORRESPONDENCE AND CURRENT BUSINESS
3io Award Letter from Park Director Gene Coulon submitted Park Board recommenda-
- 1973 1/2 tion for acceptance of bid for two 1973 1/2 ton pick-up trucks from
ton Trucks Younker Motors, Inc. in the amount of $5,346.08, including tax. MOVED
• BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY BRUCE, TO CONCUR IN RECOMMENDATION OF THE
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PARK BOARD. Upon inquiry, Park Director Coulon responded that the bids
had been published according to law in the legal publication and also
in the Daily Journal of Commerce and in addition, a bid invitation had
been extended to several local and valley dealers who dealt in trucks .
MOTION CARRIED.
Petition re The Clerk read a petition submitted by twenty members of the Engineer-
onion Member- ing, Traffic, Building and Planning Departments which stated that they
were happy and content working here without union representation a.►a
did not want to become members of any union, but that if, in the future,
they did need union representation, that they have the opportunity of join-
ing a union of their own choice. MOVED BY PERRY, SECONDED BY SCHELLERT,
TO REFER TO THE LABOR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE.' Upon inquiry by Councilmen
Stredicke and Schellert, City Attorney Shellan replied that House Bill 53,
authorizing the union shop, was passed by the 1973 Legislature and that
the Contract with bargaining unit Local 21R states which departments and
divisions of the City have a majority of union members; and advised that
legally the City cannot interfere with the right of union membership.
Upon inquiry by Councilman Perry of the motion to refer to the Committee,
Mr. Shellan advised that a member of the Union be present and a letter
be sent to each of the people who signed the petition. MOTION CARRIED.
Claim • Letter from Mr. Charles Shane, owner of the Sahara Tavern, requested and
C. Shane re demanded all monies paid to the City of Renton for all fees not covered
Amusement under Ordinance No. 1659, covered by Ordinance No. 1628. MOVED BY
' Device CLYMER, SECONDED BY BRUCE, TO REFER TO THE FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE.
Licensing MOTION CARRIED.
.;ummons and The Clerk read copy of Summons and Complaint No. 768123 from Mr. James F.
Complaint Barnia regarding alleged illegal impoundment of an automobile. MOVED BY
J. Barnia SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY PERRY, TO REFER TO THE CITY ATTORNEY AND THE
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APPOINTMENTS Letter from Mayor Garrett appointed Mr. Gary Kittelson to permanent
Gary Kittelson position as Patrolman in the Renton Police Department, effective 8/1/73,
Police Dept: having completed his six-month probationary period. MOVED BY DELAURENTI,
SECONDED BY BRUCE, TO CONCUR IN APPOINTMENT OF THE MAYOR. MOTION CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Councilman Bruce inquired regarding removal of barricades placed in the
lane of traffic in the North Renton Interchange. Public Works Director
Gonnason was requested to look into the matter.
Glacier Park Chairman Grant of the Community Services Committee presented a report on
Industrial the application by Glacier Park Industrial Property for proposed landfill
Property for a 56-acre parcel of property which is zoned Manufacturing Park, the
Committee has determined that this is a major action, but there are insigni-
ficant• effects. Glacier Park Properties has filed an Environmental Assess-
ment Statement and have agreed to work with the Committee to set aside
several acres of property in this area for the preservation of wildlife.
MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY PERRY, TO CONCUR IN THE COMMUNITY SERVICES
ZCOMMITTEE REPORT. MOTION CARRIED. Letters were read from Mr. Kevin
Daniel, Mr. & Mrs. Richard Brewster and Mike Brewster which encouraged
• preservation of marshland. •
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Olympic Pipe Community Services Committee report concurred in the request of the
Line Applica- Olympic Pipe Line Company to make a crossing of the Cedar River; however,
tion acknowledged this will not be a determining factor as to whether a fran-
chise is granted at a future date. MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY CLYMER,
TO CONCUR IN THE COMMUNICATION OF THE COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED
BY GRANT, SECONDED BY BRUCE, THAT THE SUBJECT OF AN ORDINANCE SETTING
GUIDELINES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT BE REFERRED TO THE COMMUNITY
SERVICES COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY
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DESCRIPTION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
The subject area, lies north of S . W. 43rd Street, immedi-
ately west of former P.S.H. No. 5, east of Lind Avenue approximately
1250 ft. in width extending north 1950 feet which comprises approxi-
mately 56 acres . This area is all within the city limits of Renton,
Washington. '
The topography of this area varies from an elevation of
10. 0 to an elevation of 14 .0. Present drainage of this area • •
generally flows north along former P .S .H. No. 5 and west through
a series of shallow ditches to King County drainage ditch No. 1.
The vegetation covering this area comprises various grasses
and weeds, vine maple, blackberry vines , cottonwood trees and a
�,,:� ,,,tit trees *hi ch were cu tiv ted by fer mcr •-resid^:_' .. c=
the area.
. There are no residents occupying this property now and
only a few vestiges of former dwellings remain.
• The land is presently lying dormant. It has a high ground
water table and during periods of high rainfall has been subject --
to partial inundation.
Historically this land has been sub-marginal as regards to'
• agriculture because of its low elevation, poor drainage, and high
ground water table.
Migratory waterfowl occasionally use. this area as a resting
place and birds such as red wing black birds , song sparrows, robins,
crows, and occasional hawks have been observed in this area at
different times. •
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'No study of land animals using this area as a habitat has .
been made, but land of this nature could support animals such as
- mice, weasels, rabbits and .possibly Norwegian rats in areas of
former dwellings . .
• It supports no aquatic life such as fish and' amphibians ,
although frogs and lizards would be expected to habitate this area.
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED ACTION
It is proposed to clear and grub this area of vegetation,
clean out existing shallow ditches to facilitate drainage, and
place 450,000 cubic yards of 'a free draining. granular fill obtained
from a gravel pit owned by the applicant. This pit is located in
the northwest quarter of Section 32 , Township 23 North, -Range 5
East Willamette Meridian. The length of haul will be one and one-
fourth miles using Carr Road and S.W. 43rd Street as a haul route.
Fill material will be placed consistent with sound soil engineering
practices . • Haul route will be maintained so as to remain free of
fill material and proper flagging protection will be provided to f.
• . insure safety of the public. Noise and dust pollution will be kept
to a minimum. Use of water trucks will be employed to minimize
* dust pollution during fill operations .
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF THE PROPOSED ACTION •
• (a) . Traffic: •
' Use of proposed public roads as a haul route will create a •
minimal amount of additional traffic congestion. With proper use
of flagging protection; this congestion will be -minimized.
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The use of 10 yard trucks and tandem dumps will generate
some additional traffic noise; however, haul operations are
. governed by county ordinance and permit requirements, and these .
regulations will be strictly adhered to.
(c) Dust: •
Haul and fill operations will generate some dust. Use of
water trucks on roads not paved and maintenance of paved roads
will reduce this to a minimum. Use of water trucks on fill oper-
ation will also minimize impact of dust.
• (d) Vibrations:
Vibrations from use of haul and fill requirement will be
Minimal and well beiuw any significant level. - .
(e.) Glare and Visual Impact:
There will be no impact from glare. Removal of vegetation
and placement of fill will not materially change the appearance of
subject area. •
(f) Land Use Changes: •
Presently the property cannot be used because it needs to
be filled and raised to' a higher elevation. It is now lying dormant.
It will be filled with granular material to a maximum elevation of
18.5 ' King County datum (present elevation 10.0 ' to 14.0 ') . This
fill is expected to consolidate and' subside to a maximum elevation
of 17.5 ' . The future plans for development of this property have
not been fully decided at this time, but will be consistent with
present zoning of the area. The possible future development of •
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this general area is illustrated in "Master Planning of Orillia
Industrial District" dated October- 1969 as prepared by the consult
i ng firm of Stevens, Thompson and Runyan, Inc. , plates: of which
are made a part_ of this draft. . It is further. noted that possible . _
proposed development of this property is consistent with the Puget
Sound Governmental Conference 's Interim Regional Land Use Plan
adopted August 12, 1971, which denotes the land use for this area.
as industrial.
ECONOMIC IMPACT
The expenditure in filling this area will add approximately
$500,000.00 to the economy of the area. Further development will
generate s Lbabantiai construction expenditures. Industrial develop-
ment will provide additional employment and revenues and broaden .
the tax base at the city. and county level. This area has been
recently reappraised and is presently being taxed at an industrial
rate.
ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Until developed, its condition as open space land will
not materially change. The filling of this area may cause wild
life that occasionally visits this area to go elsewhere. The
-removal of the few trees and vegetation will have a minimal
effect on air quality by the elimination of their respiratory •
processes. This slight loss can be recovered by future land-
scaping.
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ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED ACTION -- - -
- There are no realistic alternatives to the proposed action
- except to -let the property remain dormant. Without filling no
- - meaningful use can be. made .of: it. Upon filling it will be avail-
- able for the use for which it is zoned or other uses if rezoned.
However, because of the cost involved in making the property usable,
a high utility use is mandatory unless condemned for public use.
It has long been recognized by the applicant that city policy
decisions have favored commercial-industrial development of the
subject area over other land uses. The city has been the recipient .
ofthe Stevens, Thompson & Runyan plates as early as 1966 and has
received the October 1969 revised edition. The construction of
a waterr main in S. W. 43rd Street at an expenditure ,to the a.ppli-. . _... .
cant of $75,000.00 and the participation with the city in the
construction of a water main in former P. S. H. No. 5 for which
the applicant has been assessed at a cost of $29,500.00 has all
been expended with the future industrial development of this prop-
erty as the ultimate goal.
The applicant has recently deeded right of way to the City
of Renton for construction of Lind Avenue from Bow Lake pipeline
-easement to one quarter mile south. in accordance with the Stevens,
Thompson & Runyan master plan. All action by the applicant in
regard to the development of this property has been in accordance
with city and county policy plans. Property immediately adjacent
has been filled on the same basis and .assumptions with the city 's
approval. " '
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Letting the property continue to lie dormant would re- - -
• s ult in both public ' and- private, entitiee suffering .financial •
-_ loss; If -the '-property were not . used- for -industrial purposes, the -. -
present. tax .assessiuent.would have to be changed, with a resultant
loss in `tax revenue. If this eras not done, it would place the
onerous burden on the applicant of paying an industrial tax
rate on property that couldn't be developed. .
When the proposed SCS drainage ditch system for this area
is built, drainage in this area will be improved and the high
ground water table will be lowered. While. it would then be
. possible to use the property for some forms of agricultural
• activity, its productivity would not warrant such use because
- of the. high cost of development. Further, the de-emphasie on
agricultural activity in the Green River Valley has reduced
the number of marketing outlets for its farm produce. Some pro-
ducers of farm products have had to plow their crops under be-
cause of their inability to market• them at' a profit. The abil-
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ity to only produce one cash crop a year in this area, as con- . •
tra .sted with multiple croppage in other areas of longer grow •
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ing seasons does not make farming a viable enterprise, here.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOCAL SHORT-TERM ,
ENVIRONMENTAL USES AND THE MAINTENANCE
AND ENHANCEMENT OF LONG-TERM PRODUCTIVITY
There is no practical short-term use of the subject area
except as open space until it can be filled. Neither public or '
private ownership could afford to continue that use for long in .
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view of the loss that would be involved. Delay in filling would
only result in loss of use, taxes and appropriate development. .
- Its long-term productivity potential can only be realized by
filling the property. .The ready accessibility of utility and . - _.
transportation services, present zoning, cost of development,
tax valuation and the need for such property in this location,
all lead to the conclusion that the property's long-termpro-
ductivity potential should be realized by development as con-
templated. The subject area is zoned Manufacturing Park and
only a complete revision of local comprehensive planning would
eliminate its potential for industrial growth.
IRREVERSIBLE AND IRRETRIEVABL ; COMMITMEtvT
OF RESOURCES INVOLVED WITH PROPOSED ACTION
Commitment of resources would be the land itself. Land
in its natural state would be converted from its present condi-
tion to developed property. This commitment would be permanent.
Eventual commitment of energy resources would ensue with indus-
trial development and water resources also would be committed.
The committment of the subject area 'to the proposed action
.would be in all probability irreversible and irretrievability
of resources would be a fact. Reversing the proposed action
would not be in agreement with stated policies of local govern-
mental agencies having jurisdiction over the subject area.
OFFICIAL ACTION
PERMITS APPLIED FOR: STATE FLOOD CONTROL ZONE PERMIT
PERMITS GRANTED: KING COUNTY GRADING PERMIT NO. 1351 - -- -- --.
• - REVIEW AND APPROVAL BY KING COUNTY DRAINAGE AND IRRIGATION"
DISTRICT NO. 1
PERMIT TO BE APPLIED FOR: CITY OF RENTON GRADING PERMIT.
Attachments: . . „
1. Plates 1 through 9 of Master Plan of Improvements
of Orillia Industrial District for Glacier Park
Company, dated October 1969, Stevens, Thompson &
Runyan, Inc.., Engineers/Planners
2. Print dated Revised 5-29-73 showing limits of pro-
posed fill in Orillia industrial area.
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Redmond, Washington 98052
Dear Mr.- West:
Please refer to your letter of June 22 to the Renton City Council
for the attention of Councilman William J. Grant in response to his
• of June 5 concerning the proposed land fill on Glacier Park
Industrial property in Renton.
I wish to advise on Wednesday evening, June 27, representatives
of the Burlington Northern did meet with the Council's Community
Services Committee; at this time we presented a• draft of the
. Environmental Impact Statement, copy is attached for your information.
Also, attached is a copy of Mr. Taylor's letter of June 28 to the
City Council, the City of Renton, in connection with a transmittal '
to them of the same information.
The Committee adopted a resolution concluding that no impact state-
ment should be required. I anticipate therefore that the. matter
will be further considered by the Renton City Council at its next
meeting on July 2.
Will keep you advised.
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Industrial Development •
cc: Mr. George E. Wannamaker, County Representative - N.-
Division of Hydraulics /i �.
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City of Renton V-o Jj-
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_ R. Paul Tjossom _ -
• Assistant Vice President-Regional Counsel -
_ George C.Irxnen,Jr, •
- • Woodrow L Taylor -Robert C.Williams
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• Associate Regional Cutinsel General Attorneys _ _
Lawrence D.Silvernale Gerald A.Troy
June 28, 19 73 Assistant Regional Counsel . Attorney .
City Council of the City of Renton •
Municipal Building
Renton, Washington 98055 •
Gentlemen:
Enclosed will be found original and five copies of
Draft of Environmental Assessment prepared by Glacier
Park Company in connection with its application for a
land fill permit in the Orillia area. While we do not
believe that in this instance an Environmental Impact
Statement is required, this is filed for assistance of
the Committee of the Council in determining whether or
not an Impact Statement need be filed and the impact,
if any, of the environmental considerations. At the
regular meeting of the Council Community Services
Committee held June 27th at 8 :00 p.m. , we discussed
this matter at length and all other aspects of the
application. As a result, we feel that the Committee
has full knowledge of the matter and is in a position
to make recommendations concerning the further process-
ing of the fill permit.
Because of the weather conditions , we hope this appli-
cation can be e::pedited to avoid a full year being
lost in accomplishing this objective. - —
Yours truly, V� RECEIVED
Woodrow L. Taylor r�
Attorney for Glacier Park Company \� .
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P.S. Copies of the Draft of Environmental Assessment
• were provided to Messrs. Grant and Stredicke, as well .
as their staff, at the meeting last evening, so copies
for them are not included herein.
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Renton City Council Meeting Minutes
June 27, 1973 Page 2 •
CORRESPONDENCE AND CURRENT BUSINESS - Continued
Downtown Renton Letter from the Downtown Renton Merchants Association requested waiver .
Merchants of $25.00 fee for placement of advertising banners across South 2nd
Sidewalk Sale and 3rd Streets for the annual sidewalk sale July 5, 6 and 7, 1973.
Banner Request MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY BRUCE, PERMISSION BE GRANTED UNDER THE
DIRECTION OF THE STREET DEPARTMENT AND POLICE DEPARTMENT. CARRIED.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Mr. Dan Shane, 3003 Mt. View Ave. N. , inquired regarding shuffleboard
and pool table ordinances and fees thereof.
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OLD BUSINESS Community Services Committee Chairman Grant presented committee report
stating they have requested the Planning Department to furnish them with
Gas Station existing and proposed franchises for Olympic Pipeline Co. Report requested
Inventory that the Council approve an updating of the gas station inventory survey
and recommended that the financing of survey be referred to the Finance
and Personnel Committee. MOVED BY BRUCE, SECONDED BY STREDICKE, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Proposed Landfill Councilman Grant presented letter from State Department of Ecology
regarding the proposed landfill of Glacier Park located near Mobile
storage tank facility within City, which set forth guideline procedures
for City action as the "Responsible Official" under the State Environmenta]
Act of 1971. MOVED BY GRANT, SECONDED BY DELAURENTI, THIS COMMUNICATION
BE REFERRED TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR REVIEW AND THE COM-
MITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR FUTURE MEETING. CARRIED.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Upon further inquiry of Mr. Dan Shane regarding amusement devices, City
Attorney Shellan advised pool tables in pool halls licensed under Title
5, Chapter 18, while pool tables in taverns licensed under Title 5,
Chapter 10 of the City Code , reading provisions therefrom. ,
OLD BUSINESS Upon inquiry by Councilman Stredicke, Administrative Assistant Lynch
recapped the Renton Area Youth Services program, advising funded through. •
Coordination June 30, 1974. Councilman Stredicke asked for coordination between City
Between State and State during State Highway projects within the City, such as the
and City on Sunset Blvd. project in the Highlands, citing unsafe conditions and
Public Works street closures.
Upkeep of Following discussion of planting and care of public right of way, it was
Public A/W MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY GRANT, THAT THE MATTER OF MOWING OF
PARKING STRIPS BE REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR FOR REPORT BACK.
CARRIED.
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Consultants MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY GRANT, AND CARRIED, THAT MAYOR'S OFFICE
FURNISH COUNCIL WITH LISTING OF ALL CONSULTING ENGINEERS AND OUTSIDE
CONSULTING FIRMS HIRED BY THE CITY, WITH AMOUNT OF CONTRACT FEE, SINCE
1970. CARRIED.
City's Councilman Grant presented letter from Finance Director Marshall which
Banking and detailed the City's banking and investment practices..listing as of June 15,
Investments an investment total of $6,468,547.09 which included Firemen's Pension
Funds, Street Forward Thrust Funds and Federal Revenue Sharing monies, etc.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Mr. Charles Shane, 3003Mountain View Ave. N. , inquired about collection of
• fees for amusement devices located in taverns and was advised by City
Clerk Mead and City Attorney Shellan and Public Safety Committee Chairman
Delaurenti that City Code defines devices to be licensed and fees to be
paid, recently reviewed and updated by Ordinance #2785.
Reporter Regrets were expressed and applause for a "job well dope" offered as
Leaving Councilman Stxedicke"Announced•Mr. William Dugovich, reporter for the
Record-Chronicle was leaving. Attention was also called that Mr. Phil
Proto of the Greater Renton News was leaving the area for Nevada.
MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECONDED BY DELAURENTI, COUNCIL MEETING ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Council meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
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City m Delores A. Mead, Clerk
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FINAL
ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT
STATEMENT
ORILLIA
INDUSTRIAL
DISTRICT
LOCATED IN RENTON/TUKWILA, WASHINGTON
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WASHINGTON STATE
ENVIRONMENTAL
POLICY ACT OF 1971
RCW 43.21
CITY OF RENTON
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
This document has been prepared by Wilsey & Ham, Inc. , Consultants for
Glacier Park Company, a subsidiary of the Burling Northern Railroad in
conjunction with and under the direction of the City of Renton Planning
Department. Its intended
p purpose is to describe the environmental effects
that will result from administrative actions proposed to be undertaken by
the City in permitting grading and filling activities with regard to proposed
development of the Orillia Industrial District by the Glacier Park Company.
This document will be distributed for review and comment as prescribed by the
State Environmental Policy Act of 1971 and will subsequently be the basis for
the City's Final Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed administra-
tive actions.
Filling and grading activities will be undertaken by the Glacier Park Company
upon receipt of City approvals and will have direct and visible effects on the
environment. These direct effects are addressed in this report as "immediate"
environmental impacts of the City's proposed actions. The future development
of the Orillia site to industrial uses which are allowable under existing and
requested industrial zone classifications will also have significant effects
on the environment and these are herein described as the "eventual " environ-
mental impacts of the City's proposed actions.
Much of the technical information supporting this document has been provided
by the Glacier Park Company in the form of a comprehensive environmental
assessment of their proposed development. The assessment has provided the
data and analysis necessary to support the conclusions made in this report.
Those reviewers who require detailed background data are referred to the
City of Renton Planning Department, where the environmental assessment is
on file.
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SUMMARY
Date: October 10, 1975
Nature of This Report: "
Final Environmental Impact Statement
Sponsor: City of Renton
Planning Department
Contact: James L. Magstadt
Type, of Proposed Action:
The City of Renton proposes to perform administrative processing of requests by
the Glacier Park Company (hereinafter referred to as the Applicant) for
permits to fill and grade. These requests involve property in Southwest
Renton, commonly known as the Oril .li.a Industrial District (hereinafter re-
ferred to as the ProJect) . A portion of the Project lies within the corporate
limits of the City of Tukwila and is not addressed by this .report.
Justification for the Proposed Actions: .
The proposed actions are in conformance with the City's legally established
administrative policies and procedures. . The Applicant's requests have been .
submitted in the prescribed format. 1
Official Title of the Proposed Action:
• Special Permit to Fill and Grade
• Grading License
Summary of Impacts to the Environment: '
1 . Topography, Geomorphology, and Soil Resources
Site preparation will involve filling and grading of the subject site
and these activities will constitute changes to the topography. The
potential agricultural productivity of prime agricultural soils will
be foregone as a result of filling and eventual use of the site for more
intensive uses. ' 137 acres have been previously filled in recent years
leaving a balance of 457 acres to be filled within the City of Renton .
corporate limits. The associated reduction in crop-forage-livestock W'
producing capacity is irrevocable.
2. Hydrology and Water Quality
Surface runoff water from the Project site during and after placement
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of fill will contain an increased load of sediment compared to present
conditions. Runoff carrying sediment will be controlled
by limiting filling and grading activities to the dry season and by pro-
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= viding temporary retention of runoff water within the project site.
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Subsequent to filling and grading, it can be anticipated that ultimate
industrial development of the site will increase the total runoff water
volume and street-surface contaminants will be introduced, further
affecting water quality.
3. Vegetation
Although an extensive vegetational cover exists over much of the site,
only selected areas are representative of the plant communities which
existed prior to man's intervention. Past changes to the site include
use for agricultural purposes and extensive filling. Since the time of
these activities, plant communities have become considerably re-established.
Elsewhere bog communities and relatively thick forested areas exist.
Grading and filling resulting from the proposed action will involve the
covering of all vegetation except where the land surface presently exists at
elevations of 18 feet above mean sea level or higher. Vegetation will not
be disturbed on the portion of the project site to be dedicated to the
City as a greenbelt.
4. Wildlife
Plant communities on the project site support significant bird and mammal .:
populations. There are widely diverse plant communities on this site
and large amount of "edge habitat" is found between the vegetational types.
Edge habitats, as a general rule are productive in terms of animal popula-
tions. Filling and grading will result in the removal of wildlife habitat ,
except in the green belt area.
The Project site represents one of the few remaining undeveloped properties
in the lower Green-Duwamish River valley within the City of Renton.
Many of the species of animals which were known to be present in the
Puget Sound lowland have been disappearing as urbanization proceeds. Some
of the disappearing species are replaced by others which can better adapt
to altered habitats resulting from man's activities. Activities result-
ing from the proposed action will promote a continuation of this regional
trend.
5. Noise
The noise resulting from the filling and grading operation can be
controlled at acceptable levels by adhering to simple noise control pro-
cedures. As a result, noise from construction equipment per se should
not be greater than that of many vehicles now using S.W. 43rd Street and
Valley Freeway.
Noise impacts resulting from the anticipated ultimate development will
be related to the cumulative effects of a variety of new land uses
that will occur in the area including the expansion of existing tran-
sportation facilities. Existing noise sources already in the vicinity
will , for the most part, overshadow noise resultingfrom- new land uses.
6. Air Quality
Filling and grading activities resulting from the proposed action will
temporarily increase dust in the vicinity of the site.
Subsequent to filling and grading, anticipated ultimate development .
will result in some degradation of air quality although there will
be compliance with all applicable air quality regulations.
7. Traffic
The initial filling operation will require transport of approximately
60% of the needed fill material from a location outside of the City
of Renton in King County (about 3 miles southeast of the site) . Fill
truck traffic. from this borrow site will occur over a period of two
years. The balance of the fil.l material will come from. an undeter-
mined number of additional sources. Impact from importing. the remaining
fill material is expected to be less than during the..initial two years
since import will occur over the entire period of Project development.
It is aniticpated that, upon full development, the project site will .
generate approximately 50,000 trips per day. This traffic will, be
distributed on the nearby freeways and arterials towards urban centers
roughly in proportion to the population concentrations. The existing
transportation network (both freeways and arterials) will probably
require improvements to accommodate such increases in traffic.
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Recipients of the Draft and Final Impact Statements:
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Susan Ringwood Paul Scott
16841 124th Avenue S. E. Milwaukee Railroad
Renton, Was. 98055 Property Management Division
801 Skinner Building
Robert Mc Beth Seattle, Washington 98101
1632 Lincoln Court S. E.
Renton, Wa. 98055 Office of the Governor
O.P.P.F.M.
James M. Baker Attachment No. 2
311 Seneca Place N. W. Olympia, Wa. 98504
Renton, Wa. 98055
Office of the Attorney General
Michael Smith Temple of Justice
3402 N. E. 7th Street Olympia, Wa. 98501
Renton, Wa. 98055
District Engineer, Seattle District
Patricia Seymour U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
2534 Burnett Court S. P. 0. Box 3755
Renton, Wa. 98055 Seattle, Wa. 98124
Washington Horse Breeders Assoc. Max Fulner
13470 Empire Way S. U. S. Soil Conservation Service
Seattle, Wa. 98055 35 South Grady Way
Renton, Wa. 98055
Anthony Scarsella
P. 0. Box 6205 Walter Jascers
Seattle, Wa. 98055 Environmental Impact Statement Office
Environmental Protection Agency
Tom Roberts 1200 Sixth Avenue
Trust for Public Land Seattle, Wash'ingtin 98101
82 - 2nd Street
San Francisco, Calif. 94105 ' Brad Gillespie, 'Division Engineer
Division of Hydraulics ,
The Nature Conservancy Department of Public Works
402 Grosvenor House Room 976, King County Administration Bldg.
Seattle, Wa. 98121 Seattle, Wa. 98104
D. R. Reese Kay Johnson '
Acting Regional Director Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce
1500 N. E. Irving Street 300 Rainier Avenue N.
P. 0. Box 3737 Renton, Wa. 98055
;Y Portland, Oregon 97208 '
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Dwayne Nikulla, Green for Tomorrow General Manager . .
17229 - 34th Avenue S. Port of Seattle
Seattle, Wa. 98188 P. O. Box 1209.
Seattle, Wa. 98104 _.
Victoria Park Homeowners Association
P. 0. Box 1104 Robert S. Hintz, Director
Renton, Wa. 98055. Office of Environmental Management
Department of Community Development
John Lamb, Municipal Research Director City of Seattle
4719 Brooklyn Avenue N. E. 400 Seattle Municipal Building
Seattle, Wa. 98105 Seattle, Wa. 98104
Ms. Alice Schorett Engineer Division
Institute for Environmental Studies Puget Sound Air Pollution
City Hall - University of Washington Control Agency
Mail Stop FR-40 410 West Harrison. i .
Seattle, Wa. 98195 Seattle, Wa. 98119
Mrs. James E. Shafer, President Director, Department of Budget
League of Women Voters & Program Planning
King County South Federal/State Regulations EIS Group
505 North Central Room 400
Kent, Wa. 98031 King County Courthouse
Seattle, Wa. 98104
William Cokeley
U. S. Soil Conservation Service John Van Amburg . .
35 South Grady Way Director of Operations -
Evergreen Building Seattle King County Health Department I
Renton, Wa. 98055 . . 902 Public Safety Building
Seattle, Wa. 98104 a
John Mercer
23401 - 94th Avenue South R. Vernon Divers
Kent, Was. 98031 Supervisor Agricultural Development
Department of Agriculture
Director of Planning 406 General Administration Building
Planning Department Olympia, Wa. 98504
3505 - 88th Avenue S. E. .
Mercer Island, Wa. 98040 John Harter .
Special Projects Coordinator
Planning Coordinator Department of Commerce &
6230 Southcenter Blvd. Economic Development
Tukwila, Wa. 98067 . 101 General Administration Bldg.
Olympia, Wa. 98504
James Smith,. Director of Planning -
P. 0. Box 1768 Dennis L. Lundblad
Bellevue, Wa. 98009 Head Environmental Review
Department of Ecology
Planning Director Olympia, Wa. 98504
City Hall -
Auburn, Wa. 98002 Gil Holland
Fisheries Research Coordinator
Brian Beam Department of Fisheries
Environmental Planning Division 115 General Administration Bldg.
Puget Sound Governmental Conference Olympia, Wa. 98504
Grand Central on the Park Bldg.
Seattle, Wa. 98104
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
SUMMARY
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A. THE PROPOSED ACTION 1
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1 . Type of Action 1
2. Location 1
3. Anticipated Permits, Approvals and Reviews 3
4. Development Resulting From the Proposed Actions 3
5. Timing of the Proposed Development 13
6. Proposed Methods of Financing and Financial Sponsors 14
7. Historical Background and Planning and Policy Decisions 14
Relating to Flood Control
8. Historical Background and Local Policy Decisions 14
Relating to Wetlands
9. Past Planning and Policy Decisions Relating to Land Use 16
B. BIOPHYSICAL SETTING 20
1 . Topography, Geomorphology and Recent Geological History 20
2. Soils 20
3. Hydrology . 21
4. Water Quality and Aquatic Organisms 22
5. Vegetation 24
6. Wildlife 27
7. Noise 28
8. Meteorology 31
9. Air. Quality 31
10. Traffic 35
C. ALTERNATIVES 42
1 . No-Action or Continuation of the Existing Trends 42
2. Non-Fill Alternatives 42
3. Fill Alternatives 42
D. SHORT-TERM USES AND LONG-TERM PRODUCTIVITY 44
E. COMMITMENT OF RESOURCES . 44
APPENDIX .
COMMENTS ON THE DRAFT AND RESPONSES
Eugene S. Dziedzic, Assistant Chief Donald A. Cowles
Environmental Management Division Regional Manager
Department of Game Industrial & Real Estate Development Dept.
600 North Capitol Way Burlington Northern Railroad
Olympia, Wa. 98504 830 Central Building
Seattle, Wa. 98104
Director of Planning
Planning Department Leonard Steiner
P. 0. Box 310 Audubon Society
City Hall Joshua Green Building
Kent, Wa. 98301 Seattle, Wa. 98104
Bruce Davidson, Environmental Planner Broadacres, Inc.
Department of Highways 653 Skinner Building
Highway Administration Building Seattle, Wa. 98101
Olympia, Wa. 98504
Sierra Club
Galen S. Bridge 4534 1/2 University Way N. E.
State Conservationist Seattle, Wa. 98105
Soil Conservation Service
Room 360 Olympia Pipe Line Company
U. S. Courthouse P. 0. Box 236
Spokane, Wa. 99201 Renton, Wa. 98055
Ken Mauermann Deputy Director
Environmental Quality Division Ecological Comm.
Department of Ecology, Northwest Department of Ecology . _
Regional Office Olympia, Wa. 98504
4350 - 150th Avenue N. E.
Redmond, Wa. 98502
Charles Kirkwood, Deputy Supervisor
Bill Boxter, Environmental Coordinator
Department of Natural Resources
Public Lands Building
Olympia, Wa. 98504
Emil Jensen
Chief Office of Environmental Programs
Department of Social & Health Services
P. 0. Box 1788
Olympia, Wa. 98504
William A. Bush
Chief Research & Planning
Parks & Recreation Commission
P. 0. Box 1128
Olympia, Wa. 98504
Gerald D. Probst, Planner
Local Planning Assistance
Planning & Community Affairs Agency
Insurance Building
Olympia, Wa. 98504
DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
FOR
APPROVAL OF GLACIER PARK COMPANY' S
ORILLIA INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
A. THE PROPOSED ACTION
1 . Type of Action
The City of Renton proposes to perform administrative processing
ofa request by the Glacier Park Company (hereafter referred to as
the Applicant) for permits to fill and and grade.
This request involves property in Southwest Renton commonly known
as the Orillia Industrial District (hereafter referred to as the
Project) .
2. Location and Background (See Figure A)
The proposed project site is located in the lower Green River Valley
and lies primarily within the jurisdiction of Renton but also includes
a small portion of Tukwila on the west side. S.W. 43rd Street/S. 180th
Street forms the south boundary of the site as well as serving as the
jurisdictional boundary between Renton and Kent. The other boundaries
of the project site are formed by the East Valley Highway on the east
side; Longacres Racetrack, the Shell property, the Mobil Oil tank farm
and the Golden Grain Macaroni Company, on the north side; the Union
Pacific, the Milwaukee Road and the Burlington Northern mainline tracks _
on the west side and; the Sternoff Metals property on the southwest
corner.
The immediate vicinity of the project site can be characterized by a
combination of rapidly developing industrial lands , open space or
agricultural lands , with a few scattered residences. The project itself
is large (approximately 594 acres) and is one of the largest tracts of
undeveloped land under one ownership 'in this portion of the valley. In
addition, the small unincorporated community of Orillia is located to
the southwest of the site on the boundaries of Renton, Kent, and Tukwila.
Portions of the land upon which the industrial development is to be
located have been recently cultivated and other portions have been
filled; and graded. Most of the site has been cleared at one time or
another, however, some areas have returned to a heavily vegetated
condition (See Biophysical Description) .
The Renton portion of the project site is part of a larger area
annexed to Renton by Ordinance No. 1745 on April 14, 1959. This
annexation was amended twice by Ordinance No. 1764 on May 27, 1959,
and Ordinance No. 1928 on December 22, 1961 .
Upon annexation, the area was zoned "G", General Classification
•r District, by the City of Renton. "The purpose and object of this
classification is to regulate the use of land and generally.
undeveloped areas not otherwise zoned following annexation, so
as to prevent the uncontrolled and scattered intrusion of business ,
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industrial and similar uses which would be in conflict or incom-
patible with existing or planned future land uses, and which would .
constitute nonconforming intrusions into areas best, suited- for
protected residential uses." ' .
Subsequently on December '24, 1969, portions of the east and south
0 of the site were rezoned from "G" to "M-P", Manufacturing Park.
Existing zoning is shown on Figure B. .
The Tukwila portion was annexed on February 17, 1958, by Ordinance
No. 257 and was zoned M-1 , Light Industry, by Ordinance No. 289
on September 21 , 1959.
3. . . Anticipated Permits, Approvals, and Reviews
a. The Proposed Actions
The Applicant desires to fill and grade some 457 acres of the
Project site which remain unfilled. In order 'to do so, the
Applicant must comply with the Renton Mining, Excavation and
Grading Ordinance. (Chapter 23, Title IV [Building Regulations]
of Ordinance No. 1-628 known as "Code of General Ordinances of
the City of Renton").. -
The Renton Mining, Excavation and Grading Ordinance requires
the Applicant to secure both a special permit to fill and
grade from the Planning Commission and an annual license to
operate under the ordinance from the Planning and Public Works
Departments. The granting of a special permit, and annual
license by these City agencies are the proposed actions to be
undertaken by the City of Renton and as such, are the subject
of this report. -
Procedures for compliance with the ordinance require that
prospective applicants submit a Master Plan, a Grading Plan
and Drainage Plan. The. Master Plan for development must in-
clude the following elements: land use, circulation, railroad
service, public and private utilities, existing factors limiting
development. This information; has been prepared and submitted
by the Applicant.
b. State Floor Control Zone Permit.
4. Development Resulting From the Proposed Actions '
The proposed actions will result in the immediate filling and grading
of the Project site. Subsequent to the proposed actions, it is
anticipated that the site will eventually be developed for industrial
use.
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a. Immediate Development (Filling and Grading)
Most o.f the Project site will require grading and filling for con-
struction ana flood control purposes. The Applicant will initially
grade the site to approximate elevations only. Subsequently, the
purchaser of any property can be expected to regrade within his
own area as required by the building or other construction to be
installed on the site. Since this will vary with every purchaser
and every site, and since it is not possible to anticipate the future_
requirements or construction, no attempt will be made to meet any
future building grades in the initial filling and grading operation.
An elevation of approximately 17 feet above mean sea level
will be maintained where it is anticipated railroad tracks will
be located. Street grades generally vary from elevation 15.8
to elevation 17.0. This will divert all storm runoff away from
the tracks and prevent any ponding in these areas. Establishing
the railroad tracks at elevation 17 feet will require a floor
elevation for loading docks to service the •ra.ilroad at approxi-
mately elevation 20.75 feet. In general , most sites will
probably require additional fill above the elevation shown on
the. grading plan in order to meet future building levels.
Depending on the types of buildings to be constructed, excess
soil surcharge material may be placed temporarily on individual
sites to induce settlement and provide: site stability sufficient
to enable building construction to proceed.
Fill material for the initial fill and grading which will be
undertaken by the Applicant will be obtained from a Glacier Park
Company owned borrow site in unincorporated King County (off of
car road - see Figure A) . In order to take advantage of this
currently available source of fill , removal will have to be accom-
plished by October 15, 1977, due to limitations imposed by King Co.
The King County borrow site will provide approximately 60%
of the fill required for the Project site. The balance will
be obtained from other sources. In particular, the Applicant
will actively seek out sources of fill material that become
available as surplus excavation from nearby construction sites.
The Applicant expects several thousand cubic. yards .to be made
available in this manner annually at a cost much below that
to obtain the same material from commercial borrow pit
sources. If the Applicant experiences a market demand for
industrial sites which exceeds the rate at which fill material
is available as surplus from other construction sites, the
necessary material will be purchased and imported from nearby
commercial borrow sites. . '
Placement of fill will conform with general City safety require-
ments regarding hours of operation and removal of debris from
the route between the various sources. and the fill area. All
fill will conform with specifications in the Renton Mining and
Excavation Ordinance.
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The King County borrow site is located just above the valley
about 1 mile to the southeast. Operation and rehabilitation
of this borrow site will be in conformance with requirements
established by King County. :•
These requirements include the following:
• A plan for rehabilitation or reforestation of the
borrow site. j
• Adequate buffering of the borrow site.
• A cut slope limitation of 2H: IV.
• An overall site east-west grade limitation of 6%.
• A limitation in the hours of haul operation from
between 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, weekdays only.
• Access to and from the site via Carr Road only. I
The Applicant is also required to meet with the King County
Grading Technical Committee to workout methods of reducing
impact of the hauling operation on the community which may
include requiring the use of the most current technology
for noise suppression on trucks, loaders and other grading
equipment and devising measures for removal of trackage from
the trucks before entering Carr Road. Carr Road is to be
swept and washed if necessary and the material is not to be
washed into stream channels of residential gardens.
The planned phasing of the fill operation is indicated on
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On a temporary basis, drainage from the filled. portions of the
site will be accommodated by a system of earth berms and under-
ground pipes. The site will be divided into, separate segments
by low earth berms which will detain surface runoff water with-
in each segment. This will enable much of the sediment which
may be carried by surface runoff flows to settle out before the
storm water enters drainage ditches and is subsequently carried i .
to the Green River drainage system. Underground outfall pipes
from each segment will be adjusted at the upper intake end to
allow water to pond before entering the pipe, thus providing
time to settle out sediments and prevent erosion from overland
sheet flows of runoff water. The cross-section below details v
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b. Anticipated Eventual Development (Industrial Uses)
The developable portions of the Project site will be utilized for
rail oriented industrial uses. As shown in the site plans (see
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are planned for the east and south margins , and more intensive
uses requiring larger sites will be concentrated in the center.
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low intensity uses and large lot - high intensity uses is intended
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reflect the individual needs of prospective tenants and owners.
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A portion of the Project site will be set aside as green
belt to serve as a wildlife preserve. The exact size of
the green belt has not been determined. The Applicant has
indicated a' willingness to dedicate 20 acres to the City for
this purpose. During recent deliberations by the Renton
Planning Commission involving proposed modifications to the
Comprehensive Plan, it 'has been 'suggested that an area totaling
80 acres be designated as green belt at this location.
c. Access
Design Objectives
- Location of small lot, less intensive manufacturing park uses
and commercial uses along S.W. 43rd and East Valley Highway.
- Location of large lot more intensive industrial uses towards
center of site.
- Free and ready access to freeways.
- Rail service primarily along the back lot lines in order to
minimize conflicts between rail and street traffic.
- Routing of through traffic to specific arterials rather than
through industrial development areas.
Description .of .Proposed Layout
Fixed Streets: On the Site Plan, Figure D, both fixed (heavy lines) . "
and non-fixed (broken lines). internal roads are shown.
Oaksdale Avneue S.W. and Lind Avenue S.W. are shown as fixed
streets and they provide connection with major arterials to the
north and the south. These fixed streets provide the basis for
the layout of the entire industrial tract, and it is anticipated
that all main utility lines and most of the internal traffic flow
will follow these fixed streets. Initial development will occur
along these fixed streets as well as the existing arterials.
It, is anticipated that Oaksdale Avenue will be improved and will
provide continuity northward for traffic heading in that. direction.
Oaksdale Avenue will be located as shown as it passes through the
site, however, the off-site route as it proceeds northward has
not yet been determined.
Non-Fixed Streets: The locations of the non-fixed streets may be
shifted to meet the desires of locating industries and may reflect
property lines as development progresses. The over-all pattern
should remain basically as laid out. The right-of-way should
allow sufficient space for the placement and maintenance of all
utilities within the right-of-way limits. It is deemed desirable
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in the industrial area) should be routed around the industrial
area and not through it. The street system as laid out accom-
plishes this., and yet is flexible enough to fit within the city -
street system. of Rengon.
d. Utilities and Public Facilities (Refer to Figure E)
Development of the proposed site will create an additional
burden on City of Renton departments, for example additional
• fire and police service will be required.
The project area represents the single largest undeveloped tract
of land in the valley and will , upon ultimate development, provide
much of the new employment expected within this portion of the
Green River Valley'. Other industrial development can be expected
in remaining undeveloped portions of the valley. As a consequence
of future growth, employment is expected to increase by about 80%
by 1990 for that portion of the valley which includes Renton,
Tukwila and Kent. By 1990 this portion of the valley is expected
to account for approximately 20% of the increase in employment
in King County.
Fire Protection
Several fire stations are located in the vicinity of the site. The
two closest, are the newly opened Tukwila station to the west and
the Andover. Industrial Park and a King County station about a mile
and a half to the east. A new .station .is proposed for the
vicinity of the Project site to be built at some unknown time
. in the future. .A recent bond issue to fund this station did
not receive voter approval . The locations of the existing
fire stations are shown on the previously given figure. There
is a mutual response agreement between the involved departments,
and'"adequa'te protection should be available for the proposed
site.
Water
The site is currently served by the Renton water system. Renton
has a 12-inch main along the East Valley• Highway and a 12-inch
main .along 'S.W. 43rd Street/S. 180th Street. A project is now under
construction for a 16-inch and 24-inch main south along Lind Avenue
S.W. to 29th Street, with a connection eastward to the East Valley
Highway main. Future plans include an extension of the 24-inch
Lind. Avenue main to 43rd Street and a 24-inch line to connect this
main with the proposed Talbot Hill Reservoir up the hill to the
east. No definite schedule has been set for completion of these
facilities, but the City indicates that the intention is to keep up
with the demand for service created by development in the area.
Tukwila currently has a 10-inch main along the west edge of West
Valley Highway in the vicinity of the site. As development
occurs in the 80-acre portion of the site which is in Tukwila,
the two cities will have to decide which• system will serve this
area. No specific discussion on this matter has yet taken place.
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and directly into theRenton treatment plant. These facilities
are adequate to handle the proposed development and anticipated
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e. Drainage
Drainage plans for the site are ultimately dependent on the timing
and eventual construction of the drainage system for the valley
as proposed by the Soil Conservation Service. In the interim,
temporary drainage plans for the Project site have been developed:
Temporary Small Drainage Ditches (refer to detailed drawing, Pg. 7)
Preceding the SCS drainage project, drainage will be accomplished
using a series of temporary small drainage ditches which will
connect with Springbrook Creek and the point where the creek be-
comes the Drainage District No. 1 ditch. Large areas will be
bounded by drainage ditches and 1-foot berms. Water contained
within areas served by the drainage ditches will drain into the
ditches via 8-inch pipes. This system will retard surface runoff
water for a period of time sufficient to allow settling of silts ,
and to reduce the peak runoff to an acceptable level . This ap:
proach will satisfy the King County Division of Hydraulics design
requirements for a 25 year storm. 'AppendixC includes detailed
drainage computations utilized in development of this temporary
drainage plan.
Construction of the SCS "P-1" Channel
Another solution for providing a drainage system prior to the
construction and operation of the SCS drainage project involved
constructing the SCS "P-1" Channel along the west side of the project
site at the initiative of the applicant. Drainage from the
developable areas would be collected in this segment of the "P-1"
Channel , which would be connected to the Drainage District No. "L .
ditch. As with the proposed approach, the existing drainage ditch
would be used to carry runoff water until such time as its function =
is replaced by the "P-1" Channel . If this later approach were pursued,
then the material excavated from the proposed I "P-1" Channel right-
of-way could be used for non-structural fill or possibly to some
extent, for landscaped areas. A soils investigation has shown that
these soils, which are organic in nature, are largely unsuitable
for structural fill . Acceptable uses_ for the material excavated
from the "P-1" Channel right-of-way might include use as fill under-
lying parking lots. If the SCS drainage project is not_appr_oved,
ultimate development of the site will incorporate an on-site
retention system that will be an adaptation of one of the above
temporary plans and will be designed to meet the City of Renton
requirements for storm water retention and oil/water separation.
5. Timing of the Proposed Development
If the King County borrow site is to be utilized, placement of the
fill must be accomplished within two years (by October 15, 1977) as
• specified by the King County requirements applicable to the borrow
site. The balance of the fill will be imported over the life of
the project development.
Subsequent to the placement of fill and initial site preparation
activities, specific areas will be developed generally in sequence
described in the previous section on access and utilities. The timing
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of the development of• specific areas will remain flexible in order
to meet the needs: of prospective tenants and owners. Development
will proceed over as much as a 25 year span. The reader should
consider the discussion of impact in light of this fact. - Many of
the anticipated environmental effects related to industrial
development will occur over this period of time.
6. Proposed Methods of Financing and Financial Sponsors .
The commercial and industrial development of the Project site, occurring.
as a consequence of the proposed action, will be financed with private
capital . A number, of facilities such as utilities and roads servicing
the area involve the expenditure of public funds. For example, major
arterials will presumably be accomplished in concert with city partici-
pation in order to obtain'U.S. Economic Development Administration
funds, etc. Also the construction of the: proposed SCS drainage
project will involve expenditure of local and federal funds.
7. Historical Background and Planning and Policy Decisions Relating to
Flood Control
Flood control on the Green River has been accomplished by the construction
of levees on the river and the construction of the Howard Hanson Dam in
1962 about 40miles upstream. In addition, future drainage is expected
to be accomplished by the U.S. Soil Conservation Service (SCS) in
cooperation with the local cities sponsoring the project. '
Plans for the future drainage project were completed' in. the 1960's by '
the SCS in conjunction with the Green River Flood Control Zone District.
(administered by King County) . The drainage system will be comprised
of a network of channels and large capacity pumping plants in the valley.
During storm periods. interior valley drainage 'will 'be pumped into the
Green River at several locations. The largest pump- plant (3000 cfs
capacity) is located approximately 1 1/2 miles north of the project site.
This plant is designed to handle a 10-year storm without any back-up of
water and a hundred year storm with some channel and holding pond capacity
utilized. For urban lands in this area, a fill elevation of 15 feet (14.
feet plus 1' foot freeboard) is considered necessary by the SCS for ade-
quate 'flood protection from the hundred year flood.
Design criteria for the SCS project assume that 89% of incoming precipi-
tation. runs off and enters their' drainage system. Eighty-nine percent
(89%) is a common factor used for urban runoff situations . In effect,
SCS has designed the system to be compatible with the uses of the land
proposed for the Orillia Industrial- Park. j
The Corps of Engineers has conducted studies' which. recommend improving
the levees on the Green-Duwamish River. These studies advise that,
without such improvements, the operation of the drainage system pumping -
plants during high water could cause levee failure and flooding.
8. Historical Background and Local Policy Decisions Relating to Wetlands
The Soil Conservation Service (SCS) has proposed a .dra.i'nage system for
the Green River Valley, which,' if approved will allow for the drainage
necessary to accomplish the additional. development of much land in '
the Green River Valley. The Project site for the proposed Orillia
Industrial Park is within the area which will benefit from the drainage
scheme orobosed by S'CS. 14 '
It is anticipated by SCS that many Green River Valley wetlands will
be drained as a result of the proposed drainage project.
The wetlands in the valley have been mapped as part of the SCS Draft
Environmental Impact Statement, according to designations established
by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Several of these wetland types
occur on the project site, see Biophysical Section.
To compensate for the loss in wetland habitat area, the Green River
Flood Control. Zone district in conjunction with the SCS required that
jurisdictions benefiting from the drainage project agree with certain
provisions. The Renton City Council adopted these provisions by
council resolution on June 12, 1974. The provisions have a direct
bearing on the proposed project and are as follows :
"The sponsoring local organizations will :
1 . Purchase in title or perpetual easement and maintain in
public control during the life of the projects at least 110
acres of suitable wetland habitat at locations approved by
the SCS and the Washington State Department of Game.
2. In granting commercial-industrial development permits with
the Green River Flood Control Zone District require:
a) A landscape development plan that will provide
reasonable consideration for wildlife and aesthetic
,.. values (environmental quality) for the area planned for
buildings and parking lots ;
b) A significant portion (not less than two percent) of the
land involved be designated and commerce-industry
managed for the life of the project to produce wildlife
habitat for species best suited to site, conditions, and
location;
c) All land not needed or used for other purposes , be planned .
and managed for wildlife open-space until such time as it
is utilized in additional developments.
3. With Soil Conservation Service assistance, preserve or
replace existing wildlife habitat along affected channels.
4. With Soil Conservation Service assistance, provide fish passage
through structural measures where deemed necessary by the
Service and the Washington State Department of Fisheries.
5. Adopt and enforce a land use plan (policy) consistent with
the regional land use policy of the Puget Sound Governmental
Conference or the Regional Planning Authority having jurisdic-
tion before Public Law 566 funds are expended on any part of
an inter-dependent system." ' '
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9. Past Planning and Policy Decisions Relating to Land Use
The proposed project site is situated in the lower. Green River Valley
and because of its location and size, decisions relating to its deve
lopment must be viewed within the context of existing uses as well as
local and regional land use plans. Accordingly, in this section, land
use trends and policies are examined for an area which includes the
portion of the Green River Valley between central Kent - to the south,
central Renton - to the northeast, and the north end of Tukwila - to
the northwest.
'a. '. Existing Land Use
Figure F shows the general land use patterns in a "Green River }.
Valley regional context. The predominant uses in the valley
floor are agriculture and openspace, unused land. Industrial
-development is the third most prevalent use, followed by filled
land being prepared for development, and land used for commercial
and retail activities. There is also scattered residential develop-
ment in the. valley, although most residential uses are located on'
the plateaus to the east, and west, or concentrated in Kent to the
south or Renton and Tukwila to the north.
The area shown on Figure F includes about half of the prime agri-
cultural soils in the lower Green River Valley. Of the total area
within the Green River Valley about22,150 acres of Class II. and
III soils of which 5,600 (26%) is being farmed, 6,950 (3'1%) is .�
idle, and 9,600 (43%) is no longer being farmed. -As urban expan-
sion continues,agricultural lands in the valley are being con-
verted to other uses such as industrial •and commercial developments ,.
or is filled in preparation of such uses or has been purchased for
future development and is idle. Most of the, proposed site falls
into the latter two categories. ' "
b. Future Land Use Plans.
A composite of the currently adopted comprehensive land use plans
of the jurisdictions involved is shown in Figure G. Over 90
percent of the valley floor in the studyarea is designated fo,r
industrial development, with the remainder split between agricul-
ture,, openspace,. and urban. commercial and residential development. {,
The large, contiguous industrial designated area covers approximately
7,600 acres or nearly 12 square miles.
Of this, approximately 1 1/2 square miles or about 13 percent has
been developed for industry and another 8 percent has been filled .
and prepared for development. Most of this activity has occurred
in Tukwila to the south and east of Southcenter, and in north Kent
including the Boeing Space Center. . ;
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awaiting development, and one-fourth is devoted to agriculture, about
4,500 acres of remaining agricultural , open, and filled land are
available for industrial development in the valley. The proposed
development lies entirely within this potential industrial land
and represents about 10 percent of the future industrial, pot-
ential of this portion of the valley, according to current
composite .plans.
The Land Use Map element of the Renton Comprehensive Plan
is included as Figure H. This map indicates in greater
detail Renton's adopted land use policy for the valley
since 1965. This Land Use Map was the guiding policy at
the time the Applicant began initial planning for the
Orillia Industrial District. -
The City of Renton Planning Department is currently in the process
of revising the Comprehensive Plan for the portion of the Green
River Valley which lies within the jurisdiction of the City. The
proposed Green River Valley Comprehensive Plan Amendment shows a
manufacturing park designation for most of the proposed project site
and a greenbelt designation for the northwest portion of the site.
The area which the City proposes to designate as a greenbelt
corresponds to the 20 acre area the applicant has suggested he will
dedicate to. the City when his requested approvals are granted. The
area indicated on the proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment is 80
acres in size, however. .
c. Regional Land Use Plans
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generalized land use map for this area. This map is quite general
and designates a substantial portion of 'the .val ley floor for in-
dustry, although only about two-thirds as much as do the various
jurisdictions' comprehensive plans. 'The major difference is in
the more extensive areas that the regional plan designates for
agriculture and openspace.
On the PSGC land use plans some of the project site is designated
as openspace. The openspace designation is often given to areas
on an interim basis until future provisions are made.
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B. BIOPHYSICAL SETTING .
1 . Topography, Geomorphology and Recent Geological History
a. Existing Conditions
The project site is located to the east of the Green River within
the lower Green River Valley floodplain. The site includes the
stream channel for Springbrook Creek, which is part of an extensive
Oxbow System found in the study area.
The sediments found in the Green River Valley are the result of
thousands of years of flooding and sediment deposition by the
Cedar, The White and the Green River. The White River was diverted
southward to the Puyallup River and flows on the Cedar and Green
Rivers are controlled by levees and flood control facilities.
Consequently, deposition of new alluvial soils has been halted.
Flood control activities and the subsequent development which was
made possible have resulted in many alterations to the valley flood.
These include: straightening of the Green River in places, con-
struction of levees and drainage ditches, and filling of large
areas in the flood plain..
b. Impact on Topography, Geomorphology and Recent Geologic History
The land fill operation will cover completely the original alluvial
flood plain surface within the Project site. The resulting fill
layer will raise the total surface elevation an average of six
feet and will eliminate topographic variation that was created by
natural river proccess within the Green River. meander belt. There
will be incremental topographic changes within the various borrow
source area that will be utilized for fill .
2. Soils
a. Existing Conditions
The soils found in the Green. River Valley are primarily the result
of two processes which have occurred in recent geologic times:
1) The deposition of sediments by the rivers flowing through the
valley, and; 2) the subsequent accumulation of organic matter as
a result of plant growth in bogs and marshes. Juxtaposition of
these. two processes is evident by the types and locations of the
soils ,found on the Project site. Sandy alluvial soils of recent
origin, such as the Newberg and Puyallup series, are found on the
west side of the site, while the, highly organic soils, such as,
the Seattle and Tukwila series are generally found on the east
side of the site.
Soil series on the project site which have a large organic content
exhibit some special characteristics which greatly influence their
management and use. The wetter areas in which they are found have
generally required instal-lation of a drainage system to enable
cultivation: in the past. Some of these soils, under the worst
instances, i .e. high moisture conditions, have not been capable of
adequately supporting very large and heavy equipment currently in
use by modern agriculture. , 'They frequently, but not always, have
serious phosphate and microelement (boron and copper, as examples)
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deficiencies.. These statements should not be construed to indicate
that these soils have not been and cannot continue to be productive
agricultural soils but they do require a higher level 'of management
than some other series. Organic soils are uniquely adapted to
certain crops such as onions, carrots and other tuberous vegetable
crops because of the ease of mechanical harvest.
b. Immediate Impacts on Soils
As a result of the proposed actions portions of the Project site
which are not already filled or committed as a green belt will be
filled. The entire site will then be graded to contours appropriate - -
for initial site preparation. Final grades will be determined by
the needs of the future tenants. Some impacts of the filling acti -
vities will be mitigated by conditions placed by King County on the
removal of materials from the borrow site; and on-site by conditions
in the Renton Fill Permit. '
c. Eventual Impacts on Soils , '
The long-term impact of the ultimate development will be to permanently
commit at least 500 acres of land to use as an industrial complex.
The commitment of land to non-agricultural use and the associated
reduction in potential crop-forage-livestock producing capacity is
irrevocable.
3. Hydrology
a. Existing Conditions V
Surface runoff ,in the proposed Project site is presently very slow
owing to- the gentle slope and high water table of the area. Structural
developments such as roads, ditches and fill areas have, altered the
natural drainage patterns and this has resulted in local ponding of r •
water. '
The main surface drainage course in this area is Springbrook Creek.
Where the stream enters the Project site it has been straightened,
deepened, and vegetation has been removed to facilitate quicker '
drainage. Water carried by Springbrook eventually drains into the
old abandoned Black River channel and then into the Green River at
a point, about 2 miles north of the site. The Green River flows
about one-fourth of a mile to the west of the site.
Sizeable portions of the site are dominated by wetlands where the
limited depth of the water permits the growth of aquatic vegetation.
On the northwest to north-central portion of 'the site is 'a large
marsh, which will be preserved as part of the Project plans.
Additional surrounding areas are seasonally flooded. Along the east
of the site is a wooded swamp. Subsoils in the swamp are water-
logged to at least. within a few inches of the surface during the
growing season and it is often covered by as much as a foot of water
during the wet season.
Numerous ponded areas and observations of water flowing in drainage '
ditches during relatively dry periods suggest that the water table
is near the surface during most of the year. The high organic
content of the muck and peat increases the water holding capacities
of these soils, thus making the drainage ditches only partially
effective in removal of water.
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b. Immediate Impact on Hydrologic Conditions
Filling and grading of the Project site will alter runoff water
flows from the site in terms of direction and quantity. Currently
runoff from the site is slow due to low gradient slopes, the
relatively large amount of vegetation, and lack of well established
channels with sufficient capacity to handle surface water.
Filling and grading will elevate the base level of the Project site
to the' level of surrounding developed lands. On a. temporary basis,
drainage from the filled portions of the site will be accommodated
by a.system 'of dikes and underground pipes. The site surface will
be divided by low dikes which will detain surface :runoff and allow
sediment. to settle out. Water detained within the diked areas Zvi l_1
flow through outlet pipes, directly into drainage ditches which will
carry such flows out of the project area. The size of these pipes
will be designed to control the rate of outflow and prevent erosion
of the ditches.
c. Eventual Impacts on Hydrologic Conditions
Ultimate development of the Project site will involve the construction
of buildings, roadway and parking lots. These impervious surfaces
will increase total runoff water volume and will reduce the time
period when surface runoff peak flow is reached.
Drainage from the site will be accommodated by the proposed SCS
drainage .'system for the valley. The SCS "P-l" drainage channel
will be constructed along the west side of the site and will
extend generally northward to an existing pumping plant in the old
Black River Channel where drainage waters will be pumped into the
Green River:
Both filling of the site for eventual development and the construction
of the .proposed SCS drainage system will alter. the:hydrologic patterns
of the site. Construction of impervious surfaces will prevent
recharge of groundwater. The low bottom elevation in the P-1 channel
will lower the adjacent water table. Diversion of storm flows to
ditches and storm drain pipes will prevent water from flowing to
present low-lying areas. The net result will. probably cause some
drying of existing wetlands. The exact nature and extent of this
impact is not possible to quantify at this time.
4. Water Quality and Aquatic Organisms . •
a. Existing Conditions
Aquatic organisms are important indicators of the ,quality of an
aquatic environment because the numbers and types of species pre-
sent indicate conditions which. have existed for fairly long periods
of time when field sampling over a comparable period of time is
not feasible.
Samples of aquatic organisms were taken from an upstream tributary
of Springbrook Creek., and from Springbrook Creek both before it
enters the 'site and at a point about 1 mile downstream of the site.
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As would be expected, the stream is in good condition at its head-
waters but progressively deteriorates as it approaches its terminus.
At the upstream tributary there are a diversity of oxygen loving
aquatic organisms. Downstream there are less diverse types of
organisms, but those types which can tolerate deteriorated water
quality have increased in number.
Although there are no fish counts available for Springbrook Creek,
local residents report catches of occasional game fish. Small
streams which lace the Green River Valley such as Springbrook Creek,
are considered important in terms of game fish because they have
upstream gravel beds and therefore the potential to support game
fish spawning. It has been noted by the Washington State Department
of Fisheries that this drainhoe system contains 2.5 miles of
suitable spawning area and that they watershed would accommodate
between 400 and 600 Coho spawners based on the remaining rearing
area that is available.
b. Immediate Impacts on Water Quality
Filling and frading activities will cause an increase in sediments
carried by surface runoff. This impact will be mitigated by
temporary detention on site of surface runoff to allow for settling..
c. Eventual Impacts on Water Quality
Eventual development of the site for industrial purposes will cause -.
street surface contaminants (oils,' hydrocarbons, 'nutrients , coli-
form organisms, etc. ) to be washed from paved surfaces.
Briefly, the addition of sediments and street surface contaminants.
to natural waters causes eutrophic conditions by increasing available
nutrients along with causing depletion of oxygen. First, oxygen
dissolved in the water is used for the chemical decomposition of
some of these substances. Secondly, other of the substances can
serve as nutrients to stimulate the frowth of nuisance species of
algae which eventually die. The decomposition of this algae again
consumes dissolved oxygen. In either case, less dissolved oxygen
is available for other aquatic organisms which are 'intolerant of low
oxygen conditions. Also, particulate matter washed from construction
sites or paved surfaces may carry toxic material which has adhered !
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to the particles. For example, in the case of the Project site,
fertilizers and pesticides used over a decade ago and which adhered
to the soils at that time will be found in the surface runoff.
Runoff carrying contaminants from the paved and impervious surfaces
which will be constructed at the Project site will . have a deleterious
impact on the Green River drainage 'system which is the ultimate
receptor'. Over the long run, the development of the Project site - _
represents a part of the continuing urbanization of the Green River `
Valley. The, incremental loss of a wetland or addition of sediments
and street surface contaminants from one project to the aquatic
system may not be significant, rather it is the cumulative effect -
of all such projects which add up to an environmental proglem. The
eventual development of nearly 500 acres in Renton will certainly
add a substantial amount of sediment and contaminants as a major
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part of the overall incremental valley development. Catch basins
will be used throughout the proposed project and the P-1 channel is
designed to function as a settling basin which should reduce most of
the suspended contaminants. Dissolved materials, however, will be
placed into the system.
Although runoff will be detained for settling purposes, there is no
feasible means to mitigate increases in dissolved materials, increases
in temperature or decreases in dissolved oxygen. All of these
factors have historically been problematical in the Green River
which will ultimately receive drainage from the Project area.
Fisheries resources will be increasinglyy difficult to maintain as
incremental developments of the valley proceeds.
5. Vegetation
a. Existing Conditions
The Project site is located within the Western Hemlock Zone, which
is the most extensive vegetational zone in western Washington and
Oregon. It is generally recognized that Puget Lowlands sites, such
as the Project site are not typical of this broad vegetational
category, but there is no concensus of opinion as to what the "true
climax" plant community is for this portion of the larger zone.
- `' It is possible that there is in fact no "true climax" plant community
because valley sites are usually disturbed with such frequency that
no one climax community type becomes established for long. Natural
flooding and human activities such as clearing, farming and con-
struction have disrupted vegetation continuously for more than 100
years.
The Project site vegetation has, for the most part, become re-est-
ablished after agricultural activities at the site were halted a
decade ago. . Some areas appear to have much older vegetation.
The specific vegetative communities which now occupy the site bear
a direct correlation to the underlying soils. The soils on the west
side are sandy alluvium, derived from glacial outwash. These soils
have low nutritional status and low capacity to hold water, and are
therefore limited in their ability to support vegetation. Other
soils on the site were formed by the deposition of organic water by
plants and support plant communities of far greater interest and
importance. Lastly, the placement of artificial fill over portions
of the site greatly restricts the establishment of significant
vegetational cover of any kind, although herbaceous species may be
found. Plant communities found at the site were divided into two
groups.
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PLANT COMMUNITIES RESULT OF MAN'S ACTION
Creeping Buttercup Pasture
Cat-tail Hayland
Reedgrass Fill
Willow-herb Railroad
Riparian Drainage Ditches
Berry Recently abandoned cropland
Cottonwood Homesite and ornamentals
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Mixed Shrub Successinary Pasture
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Refer to Figure No. I , for location of these communities,
and Appendix A for additional information regarding these
communities.
The Wetland and Bog communities found at the site are of particular
importance. The Soil Conservation Service in conjunction with bio-
logists from the State Department of Game and the U. S. Fish and
Wildlife Service have identified three wetland types on the project
site: 1) Along the east side of the site is a wooded swamp, or
sometimes referred to as a forested bog. This area is likely to be
waterlogged to within at least a foot of the surface. Typical plant
representatives include willows, red alder, and western hemlock.
2) To the west of Springbrook Creek and towards the north end of
the site is a seasonally flooded flat. Typically, flooding can be
expected in late fall , winter or spring but is well drained in the
growing season. Typical plant representatives include smartweed and
other mixes of shrubs. Wetland vegetation may be limited due to
seasonal nature of flooding. 3) Along the north side of the site
is a shallow marsh. Old aerial photos indicate that this wet spot
was much smaller at least ten years ago. Placement of fill and road
construction have divered more water to this depression in recent
years. Consequently a large marsh has formed and provides a
havitat for many species of migratory waterfowl . A portion of this
marsh will be designated as a green belt by the applicant as
discussed above. -
b. Immediate Impact on Vegetation
Except for vegetation associated with the green belt area, most
• plant communities present on the site will be lost through filling
and grading except in those few locations where present ground
surface elevations are at the desired level . Original plant
communities are not expected to recover. There will be quick -
coverage of the fill areas by herbaceous species and this will
help to mitigate dust problems until such time as the filled areas
are utilized for industrial purposes.
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c. Eventual Impact on Vegetation
The most significant impact on vegetation will occur immediately-
when the developeable portions of the site are covered by fill . y
Over the long run, vegetation associated with the wetland will
change as land around it is filled and the P-1 channel is con-
structed. The saturated soils condition necessary to support the
wetland will be changed due to lowering of the ground 'water eleva-
tions. Plants presently supported by the wet conditions will be
eventually replaced by species tolerant of drier conditions.
Initially, the green belt (wetland - ponded area) will be .reduced
in size as water drains from it to the "P-1" Channel . There will
be die-back of aquatic species, the extent of which will. depend ,'
on the amount of and rate of which the water is drained away.
As the soil moisture of the once wet areas declines, grasses will
be established. After .a number of years, wi.11ow and red alder can
be expected if noting is done to retain the moisture in and about .
the ponded area.
6. Wildlife
a. Existing Conditions
Mammals
A wide variety of small mammals have been observed on and are
expected to inhabit the Project site because of their relatively
small home range needs. in comparison with the relatively large
size of the site. Mammals which were either seen or are expected .
to occur as permanent •residents or transients include: Marsh shrew,
Townsend mole, Coast mole, Spotted skunk, Striped skunk, Common deer
mouse, Townsend's meadow mouse, Bendire shrew, Red fox, and Short-
tailed weasel , some use of the site by Black tailed deer has been
noted. Some of the above mammals are particularly important be-
cause
their distribution is largely confined to the Puget Sound
lowlands. As a result of urbanization, many animal species present
• in the Puget Lowland have been disappearing. In some cases, these -
species are replaced by a more adapted species, but often they are.
not.
Birds and Aquatic Waterfowl
The Project site is located within the Pacific. Migratory Bird
Flyway and because of its relatively undeveloped condition, pro-
vides habitat for many non-resident birds at various times of the
year. Some of the birds which have been found on or near the site . '
include: Mallards, Canvas Back Ducks,, .Lesser Scaup Duck, American
Coot, Great Blue Heron, Green Neron, Rough-legged' Hawk, Screech
Owl , Sparrow Hawk. In addition Pheasant, Quail and Song Birds were
observed. V
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Habitat Areas
The plant communities and the habitat provided are major determinants
of the types and numbers of birds and mammals which will use a site.
The Project site has a great number of plant communities, as shown
on the vegetation map, however, some of the plant communities are of
greater importance in terms of bird and wildlife habitat than others.
Two general communities are of particular note: The wetland habitat
in the north center of the site; and the Oregon Ash-Willow in the
0- northeast corner, extending southward to the Willow-Reed-Cattail
community.
The wetland habitat provides a stop over site between Lake Washington
and points farther south in the valley for migratory waterfowl . The
many species of aquatic plants and the contiguous shrubby vegetation
provide both cover and food.
The Oregon Ash-Willow community in the northeast of the site represents
the later stages of succession for a wetland community. It has not
been disrupted as much as other portions of the site, consequently
it provides one of the richest habitats for bird populations and
wildlife to be found. There was evidence of use of this area by Black-
tail Deer and Pheasant.
c. Immediate Impact on Biological Resources
Terrestrial habitat areas will be almost entirely removed. The Song-
bird population will be reduced in total numbers and diversity.
Pheasant populations will be reduced or totally lost. Mammal species,
particularly small mammals, will be effected because of their limited
home range.
d. Eventual Impacts on Biological Resources
In order to be consistent with the Renton Comprehensive Plan, a
portion of the wetland in the northwest corner will be retained as
a green belt area. The continued value of this wetland for wild-
life habitat will depend on how its character is influenced by
activities on adjacent :land.. As mentioned, lowering of immediate
groundwater elevations will have an effect as well as will the
amount of surrounding vegetation which can be maintained as cover.
7. Noise
a. Existing Conditions
General Discussion
Noise is any sound which is undesirable because it interferes with
speech and hearing or is otherwise annoying. The term "environmental
noise", as used by the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, means
the intensity., duration and character of sounds from all sources.
In terms of a simple and practical measurement, environmental noise
means the long-term average sound level (or technically, the
equivalent sound level or LEQ) . Measurements of long-term average sound. _
levels will not directly exclude very high noise levels of very
short duration, rather, they are reflected in the overall average.
For example, a long-term average of a 60 decibel (dB) sound level
over a 24 hour period might include peak sound levels of 110 dB,
but such an event might be less than 1 second duration.
The following chart gives a range of sound levels produced by common
indoor and outdoor settings :
EQUIVALENT .SOUND LEVELS IN DECIBELS
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SPACE Leq(+)
Small Store (1-5 clerks) 60 i
Large Store (more than 5 clerks) 65
Small Office (1-2 desks) 58
Medium Office (3-10 desks) 63
Large Office (more than 10 desks) 67
Miscellaneous Business 63
Residences
Typical movement of people-no TV or radio 40-45
Speech at 10 feet, normal voice 55
TV listening at 10 feet, no other
activity 55-60
Stero music 50-70
Table saw 88
Garbage disposal 80
Tavern With Rock Group
At table closest to group 124 _
At table furthest from group -118
Outdoors -
EQUIVALENT SOUND LEVELS IN DECIBELS
Space Leq (+)
Rural Field 44
A Small Quiet Suburb 47-52
Typical Suburban 52-58
Urban 58-63
Noisy Urban 63-up
Existing Sources of Noise !`
For the purpose of assessing present noise conditions road noises
were measured 100 feet from S. W. 43rd Street and the equivalent
sound level over a 24 hour period was found to be approximately
63 db(A) . Daytime noise levels tend to range between 60 and 70. dB(A) ,
while nightime noise levels range between 50 and 60 dB(A) .
Train noises were measured 100 feet from the mainline track and were
found to range between 69 and 89 dB(A) . Noise from trains occurs as
a short-term peak rather than on a constant basis.
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There is presently some industrial activity in the area consisting of
a metal scrapping facility. Noise measurements made at the property
line of that plant showed that levels there do not exceed an
equivalent sound level of about 84dB(A) for short periods of time.
• These levels diminish quickly with distance away from the plant.
b. Immediate Impact on Noise
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Initial ground clearing, filling and grading will be the noisiest
activities which will occur on the site. Although fill dirt truck
traffic will be intense for 5 months during each of the first two
:years of filling activities. Fill dirt. truck traffic will exit
the borrow pit on Carr Road which later becomes S.W. -3rd Street in
Renton; along the south side of the project site. There is 'a
hospital , a clinic and a few scattered residences located along the
fill dirt, truck t'6"ute:' -In addition, several residential streets
adjoin Carr Road. Fill dirt traffic will probably increase the
long-term average noise by 1-2dB(A) levels during the working hours.
However, peak noise levels resulting from truck traffic should not
be higher than that now experienced due to exsiting truck traffic.
Frequency of peak level attainment will increase, but will still
only influence the long-term average noise by the 1-2dB(A)..
c. Eventual Impact on Noise
Noise Generated By Development
It is difficult to predict at this time exactly what noise levels
will be produced by new industries which will eventually locate on
the site. In addition, how the noise impact is experienced in the
future will depend on specific physical , geographical and human
factors. The proposed project will result in some additional
automobile and train traffic. Over the next 20 years it is expected
that S. W. 43rd Street/S. 180th will be widened to four lanes and
that peak hour traffic volumes will reach 1500 vehicles per hour
with about a 10 percent truck mix. Noise levels from this source
will be between 65 and 70 dB(A) at up to about 500 feet from the
road. Most of the future uses occurring on the proposed project
site will require rail service, thus, contributing to increased
rail traffic noise. , Typically, a switch engine providing service to
an industrial facility will produce a noise level of 78 - 80 dB(A)
at a distance of 100 feet as it passes through.
Evaluation of Noise
The. significance of noise is usually evaluated in terms of compliance
with applicable noise standards usually found in zoning codes and in
terms of subjective community reactions.
In the case of the proposed project site, however, there are no adjacent
residentially zoned areas which will be affected. The nearest
homes are in thecommunity of Orillia. These homes are not sensitive
receptors of noise impact for several reasons. Most of these homes
are located sufficiently for away from the site that construction
noise will not significantly affect them. Also, these properties
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are zoned for commercial and industrial uses, so standards regulating
noise in residentially zoned areas are not applicable. Finally
over the long run most, if not, all of these homes will be removed
in the course of construction of improvements to S. W. 43rd Street or
as these properties are purchased for other purposes.
The significance of noise generated by Project site users. is more .u.
appropriately evaluated in terms of impact on employees at the site. ,
It is generally known that certain kinds of work are sufficiently
noisey to cause damage to hearing and that factory employees often
have poorer hearing sensitivity than employees with minimal
occupational noise exposure. The length of time of exposure affects
the possibility of hearing damage-- higher sound. levels can be.
tolerated for shorter periods of time. Exposure to noise levels
of 85 dBA and under are considered to be of negligible risk. How-
ever, the U. S. Department of Labor specifies that exposure to
90 dBA is an allowable level for an 8-hour work day because of the
high costs of controlling industrial noise down to '85 dBA. Permissable
noise levels for 8 hours or less are given. on the next page.
Duration Per Day (Hours) . Sound Level (dBA)
8 90
6 92 ;
4 95 i
3 97
2 100 _
1 1/2 102
1 105 . ,
1/2 110
1/4 or less 115 (Max.)
The anticipated industrial development must comply with new noise
regulations recently promulgated by the State: .
Maximum Environmental Noise Levels (173-60 WAC) effective September 1 ,
1975, and Motor Vehicle Noise. Performance Standards (173-62 WAC)
effective July 1 , 1975.
8. Meteorology
Data for Seattle-Tacoma Airport can be considered indicative of the
site meteorology because of its proximity. Data from the. Puget Sound
Air Pollution Control Agency shows the winds in the Southcenter area
come predominantly from the north or south to south-southwest. It is
thought that the north-south orientation of the green River Valley
tends to channel the winds.
During extended pollutant build-up periods (eight hours to several
days) polluted air masses move up and down the valley under a channeled
flow regime. Under these conditions, background pollutant concentra-
tions can increase significantly, especially under a .northerly flow
which brings in air from urban Seattle. .
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The efficiency of pollutant dispersion is related to atmospheric stabi-
lity. Cold air drainage down the Green River Valley gives rise to
pronounced periods of stability (inversions) which will thus lead to
low pollution dispersion rates during these periods.
Strength and direction of the mean wind will also influence dispersion.
The urban areas of Seattle and Tacoma lie to the north and south
respectively. Northerly or southerly winds will introduce pollutants
from these areas into the Green River Valley as well as carrying these
pollutants in the opposite direction when the winds change.
The following Figure J is a windrose for a nearby station maintained
by the Puget Sound Air Pollution Control, Agency:
9. Air Quality
a. Existing Conditions .
Existing air quality can best be summarized by the air monitoring
stations in the vicinity operated by the Puget Sound Air Pollution
Control Agency. Data from neighboring stations was obtained and
the following conclusions can be drawn:
The current air quality in the project area is good for some pol-
lutants, marginal for others. The carbon monoxide levels will reach
a 4 parts per million (ppm) background level with "worst case"
conditions, ,which is well below the 8 hour standard of 9 ppm and the
1 hour §tandard of 35 ppm. Particulate levels averaging about
50 ug/m are within the annual standard and are not likely to be
_ exceeded on a 24-hour sample basis. Sulfur oxides are violating the
1-hour standards on occasions. Oxidant levels on the surrounding
hills are approaching the standards and could pose a potential
problem in the Green River Valley because of the tendency for
pollutants to accumulate under stagnant weather conditions. This is
also true_ for oxides of nitrogen concentrations.
b. Immediate Impact on Air Quality.
During the- construction phase of the Project there are expected to
be temporary impacts on air pollution levels. Earth-moving equipment
is expected to emit vehicular pollutants- as they move about preparing
the site. However, the concentrations of the primary vehicular
emissions from this equipment are expected to be appreciably lower
than the levels expected under "worst case" conditions.
This equipment can also be expected to raise dust (particulate
matter) during dry weather. Effective maintenance and operation
procedures on use of equipment at the construction site and appro-
priate treatment of the grounds in adjacent areas can keep the dust
generated from construction activities within acceptable limits and
w.il:l: not create particulate standards violations..
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c. Eventual Impact on Air Quality
As the eventual result of development of the site, air quality will
be affected by both stationary and non-stationary sources.
Inasmuch as the specific industries which will be attracted to the
site are unknown, it is not possible to project the probable impact
r on air quality. However, in spite of compliance with applicable
air quality standards, it is likely that future industries will
cause some degradation of air quality.
The impact on air quality due to vehicular traffic using the site
can be estimated with greater certainty than for stationary sources.
The emissions due to motor vehicles, as the primary source of air
pollution from the proposed project are estimated for both the
present and future years to 1990. Models were utilized to obtain
estimates of the concentrations of the primary vehicular pollutants
under "worst case" meteorological and emission conditions. The
concentrations obtained were then compared with the present ambient
air standards and existing background data to determine
the impact on the surrounding environment. The effect of federal
regulations on reducing automobile exhaust emissions was also
included.
Since the rate of development on the property is currently unknown
the number of future vehicle movements is also unknown. However,
estimates can be made for the maximum number of movements which
can be tolerated and still keep the carbon monoxide concentrations
within the air quality standards when "worst case" meteorological
conditions occur.
"• There is a distance of approximately one mile between real potential
perimeter roads for the project site. Assuming traffic counts
comparable to S. W. 43rd Street on both the north and south
boundaries of the project it is estimated that the localized con-
tributions using a line; source model at the downwind edge is about
0.4 ppm (0.4 mg/m3) . This results in a total background contribution
of 5 mg/m3, one-half of the maximum under 8-hour carbon monoxide
standard.
Using emission data compiled by the Environmental Protection Agency
in an area source model , the following table was developed to show
the maximum allowable vehicle movements necessary to comply with the
eight-hour carbon monoxide standards in the proposed project with
high atmospheric stability and a meter per second wind speed.
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NUMBER OF VEHICLES
Average Maximum .
Year Hourly . Eight-Hour
1975 1620 12,975 2
1976. 1920 .15,400
1977 2250 17,975
1978 2620 .20,925 I,
1.979 3130 25,025
1980 3650 29,200
1985. 4490 . 35,950 .
1990 5840 . _ 46,725
These totals assume a background concentration of 5 mg/m3 which
will remain at that level through 1990.
Note that in the above table, the number of vehicles increase slowly
with increasing time. This is accounted for by the introduction
of the newer controlled emission vehicles as required by federal
regulations, and projected reductions in emissions.
The number of vehicle movements required to exceed the standards
are stated only for "worst case" very high stability meteorological
conditions. The .number of occurrences related to the one-hour
"worst case" conditions and the associated carbon monoxide standard
may happen for short periods any time of the year. In effect,
under the meteorological conditions conducive to the declaration
of an air stagnation advisory, there is a probability that the
eight-hour carbon monoxide standard will be exceeded if the vehicle
movements in the above table are exceeded each hour in the year
indicated. Air stagnation advisories usually occur from three to
six times annually, generally in the late fall and winter months.
These advisories usually run 24- to 72 hours and can extend to 120 hours.
10. Traffic
a. Existing Transportation System
Existing transportation facilities serving the area are shown in
Figure K. The major freeways (Interstate 5, Interstate 40.5 and.
State Route 167) are shown as well as arterials adjacent to the
site. These include East Valley Road and West Valley Road, adjacent
to the east and west sides respectively. East-west arterials .
include S. W. 43rd Street bordering the south side of the project -
site, and South Grady Way to the north. S. W. 43rd Street
is two lanes in width '(approximately,20cfeet). with no curbs or
paved shoulders, and consists of a deteriorating Portland cement
concrete surface.
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West Valley Road. Additional installations are proposed for East.
Valley Road and two intermediate intersections.
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Traffic Conditions
Figure K indicates existing 1974 traffic volumes for Average
Daily Traffic and Peak Hour Volume and direction, in the immediate
vicinity of the proposed projects.
The directional flow and peaking characteristics at the 43rd
Street/East Valley Road intersection are a result of the freeway
ramps connecting to the. latter facility.
In the "East Valley Traffic Study", the 1969 level of service at
the intersections of 43rd Street with East and West Valley Roads
was observed to. experience 95% or greater utilization during peak
periods. Similar results were verified for the purposes of this
study.
The section of 43rd Street between the two main intersections is
operating at level of service of under 75% utilization capacity.
The major capacity restraint in the present roadway is the rail-
road crossing.
Trip Generation .
It is possible to anticipate a range of traffic volume which will
ultimately be generated based both on data from local studies in
facilities which are similar to the proposed uses.
Generally, the type of industrial usage is more critical than
regional vehicle usage as an index for industrial trip generation..
A broad range of trip generation factors are possible depending
on the proportion of office and industrial uses. In general ,
offices generate more trips per unit area than warehouses or fac-
tories. Another factor affecting trip generation is the size of
the concern. Larger firms generally have a lower generation rate
per employee. Based on a consideration of these factors and the
range of uses which. could occur at the site, the trip generation
factor selected for the proposed industrial development is
100week-day trips per acre. This is an average for uses similar
to those anticipated at the Project site. It is assumed that if
rail facilities were not available, trip rates would be higher
than in cases of rail accessed industries. The selected trip
generation factor of 100 is therefore somewhat lower than that
which would have been used if no spur tracks were planned for the .
project area.
The selected peak hour percentage of daily generated traffic is
17%, and is assumed to occur concurrently with the peak hour
traffic on the adjacent street system.
The percentage of trucks in the industrial related traffic is .
assumed to be 17%. I'
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b. Immediate Impact on Traffic
Fill from the King County borrow site must be removed with two years.
This site will supply 1 .7 million cubic yards of the 2.6 million
cubic yards necessary to fill the site. Fill is generally hauled
during the dry season, between May and September (5 months) . The
average capacity of a fill dirt truck is 10 cubic yards. Consequently,
in order to move the fill from the King County site within the
allotted 2 years, as many as 850 fill dirt truck trips per day may
be necessary from May through September which is more than the one-
half of the present average daily traffic volume.
It can be anticipated that the remaining required fill will be hauled
as surplus material from nearby construction sites become available
or as the project marketing and development time table requires
purchase and import of fill from commercial borrow sites. Impact on
traffic brought about by the import of this remaining fill will be
less than that of the initial two year fill period. Fill dirt truck
trips will be spread out over the total period of development. As
development proceeds, implementation of planned improvements to
streets and arterials will reduce congestion from fill truck move-
ments.
c. Eventual Impact on Traffic
Project Traffic
Based on traffic generated by similar industrial facilities else-
where, the total traffic projected for the site upon full develop-
ment will be as follows:
PROJECTED TRAFFIC•
FROM TOTAL SITE
Total weedkay trips 49,050
Percentage of trucks 17%
Passenger car equivalent 2
Average Daily Traffic 57,380
Peak Hour percentage 17%
Peak Hour Volume 9,750
Peak Hour arrival/departure 9,360
Peak Hour departure/arrival 390
Trip Distribution
Based upon the assumption that a freeway is a preferred route for
a longer trip, it may be deduced that a high percentage of the
industry traffic will use freeways to reach its destinations. A
reasonable estimate of the proportion of industrial traffic using
the freeway network is 60%.
S. W. 43rd Street is the primary east-west access to existing
industrial development, and also provides indirect access to free-
way •interchanges for traffic destined for all directions. East
Valley Road and Oaksdale Street are primary north-south accesses
but lack continuity northward, thus limiting their utility. Anti-
cipated trip distribution is as follows :
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TRIP DISTRIBUTION
Trip Distribution
Freeway - total . 60%
East-West ( 1-405) . 20%
North-South - subtotal 40%
1-5 20%
SR.167 20%
Arterial Streets - total 40%
East-West 15%
North-South 25%
The previous section dealt with the anticipated traffic in terms
of volumes and directional orientation of the traffic. .The broader
implications of this traffic for the transportation network as a
whole are considered in this section.
Impact to Transportation Network .
The traffic impact due to the proposed . industrial facilities is
massive. The projected arterial street volumes in Figure L far
exceed the ability of these streets to carry traffic. Under ideal = _
conditions,...each of these four-lane arterials could handle 1 ,500
vehicles per lane between intersections, but only about 650 vehicles
per lane at intersections. It is recalled that both East and West t_
Valley Roads are presently congested and that planned improvements
are intended only to alleviate the congestion caused by existing
traffic volumes. ;
Freeway System
A far more serious problem is the lack of residual capacity in the
adjacent freeway system. Even if nearby arterials were improved
to sufficient capacity, the majority of the traffic would only be
directed onto the inadequate freeway system. This i.s the most
critical implication of development in the area. Au. further
development will have an adverse affect on the presently over-
loaded freeway system.
The traffic generated by the proposed development would require ..
half the capacity of a freeway lane (1 ,000 vph) on each of the
freeways in the area. Such capacity may be available only on the
Valley Freeway (South of 43rd Street) . 1-5, to the north, may also
have the requisite capacity, only because traffic generated by the
development will tend to be in the opposite direction as the major
peak hour flow on that route. 1-5 to the south will not be able
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to accept more than limited additional traffic without adversely
affecting the level of service. However, alternative routes such
as the Valley. Freeway are available. Thus, the most critical
problem is 1-405 to the northeast.
Arterial Street System
The projected ,volumes -on the arterial street are unacceptable as
indicated by the unrestrained assignment projected in Figure L.
In reality, should traffic demand approach these dimensions,
alternative routes would be used increasingly. Most of this
traffic would be attempting to reach the freeway system and would
most likely fill to capacity all the available arterial , collector,
and local streets leading to freeway interchanges. Circuitous
travel would result, aggrevating congestion and resulting in major
safety :and environmental problems,.
S. W. 43rd Street
43rd Street is .currently being over-utilized as an access street,
,i nterfer;ing with through traffic, and generating excessive turning
movements at in,ters.ect,ions and access points. These existing
problems will be remedied by proposed, improvements to S. W. 43rd
Street by the Cities of .Renton And -Kent.
A discussion of possible additional improvements that could be
undertaken to alleviate ,impacts on the freeway and arterial system is
given in Appendex D.
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C. IMPACTS OF ALTERNATIVE PROJECTS
1 . No-Action or Continuation of the Existing Trends
Preservation. of the site in its present condition would not result in
— ' the maximum economic return from the land either in terms of its development
potential or in terms of utilization of the soil resource.
plant communities would continue to mature and evolve through their
characteristic stages of plant succession. Wildlife would continue to
use the site. Wetland areas contained within the site could expand
even further if drainage from surrounding areas continues to be
diverted towards the site.
2. Non-Fill Alternatives
If the area were to be again used for agricultural purposes, the exist-
ing vegetational cover would have to be removed. However, to the ex-
tent that the, soils resources remain intact, this natural resource
would be preserved.
Soils such as those found on the site are considered very good for
agricultural purposes, but subject to limitations of flooding and high
water tables. Agriculture can be made technically viable by providing
an adequate drainage scheme.
Use of the site for agricultural purposes is made difficult because
portions of the site have already been filled, and it may not be
• + economical to farm the remaining segments.
3. Fill Alternatives
All alternatives involving filling in order to bring ground level above
the water table. and create a suitable foundation for construction would
be substantially similar in impact as with the proposed project.
Options regarding soils, vegetation, and wildlife will no longer be avail-
able once the land is committed to industrial use.
4. Schedule Alternatives
Modification to the impacts that will be experienced with filling the
site could be accomplished by delaying importation of fill material
until specific site development is eminent. This would allow retention A
of presently functioning habitat for a longer time and would leave open
the option of implementing other land use alternatives such as purchase
of the better habitat areas within the project site for preservation as
green belt.
The negative effects of such modifications to the Project fill program
would lie with the resulting influence of Project feasibility. The
applicant suggests that feasibility of the project would be very much
in question if it were not possible to utilize both the King County
borrow site within the imposed two-year limitation and also surplus fill
material from area construction sites as it becomes available. If the
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Project were to become unfeasible, the project site would be disposed
of by the applicant through the most expedient means available to. him.
This would probably result in sale of the land on an incremental basis
and subsequent piecemeal development of this land.. It remains a matter
of conjecture as to whether or not the resulting impacts of incremental
development would be greater or lesser than with a single-owner 'develop-
ment program as, proposed with the Project. -'
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D. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOCAL SHORT-TERM USES AND MAINTENANCE AND ENHANCEMENT
OF LONG-TERM PRODUCTIVITY
The relationship between local short-term uses and maintenance and enhance-
,_ ment of long-term productivity is a relationship that can best be brought
out by considering the justification for the proposed actions in light of
the potential impact on the natural and social environments.
According to the present zoning, land use planning decisions as well as
current economic realities and the surrounding land uses, the highest econ-
omic use of the Project site are the plans proposed by the developer. The
site is situated in the lower Green-Duwamish River Valley, which is evolving .
as an industrial-distribution center and which has long served as a trans-
portation corridor. The site is ideally situated in the region to most
efficiently use existing transportationsystems such as the Ports of Tacoma
and Seattle, the surface transportation network and is in close proximity
to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
E. IRREVERSIBLE AND IRRETRIEVABLE COMMITMENTS OF RESOURCES
The preliminary commitment to the modification of the topography and surface
soils conditions of the site was made when agricultural use of the site was
abandoned approximately 10 years ago and when fill was placed over portions
of the site at various times since then. Portions of the site which were
filled sufficiently long age now support herbaceous and shrubby vegetational
cover. Placement of the fill has modified the hydrological characteristics
of the site with the result that unfilled portions of the site have surface
water impoundments which serve as valuable wetland habitat for waterfowl .
Consequently, although the site is characterized by prime agriculture soils
(subject to high water table limitations) , much of this soil resource has
been covered by fill or recent accumulations of impounded water. Develop-
ment of the project site will result in the loss of wildlife habitat which
further redivides the total available in the Green River Valley area, therefore,
having an ultimate reduction effect on plant and animal populations. Thus ,
the irreversible commitment of the natural resources inherent to the site must
be considered in light of historical man-made alterations..
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COMMENTS ON THE
DRAFT & RESPONSES
A private bus service organized specifically for the industrial
park employees could be much more successful . Such service
re" could be provided and subsidized by employers in the park and
�• tailored to employee's transportation needs. Bus routing could
emphasize service to the more critically congested directions,
such as 1-405 to Bellevue. A private bus service could also
have provision for carrying bicycles, which commuters could use
to reach bus collection points.
Increased use of rail facilities for freight would reduce truck
traffic. Industries using rail shipment for both raw materials
and finished products are to be encouraged. Distribution or
collection facilities using rail access only in one direction,
are less desirable.
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1 Anyiroadway improvements are contingent upon expansion
of 1-405 calpacity northward. The present four-lane facility is
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inadequateand no suitable alternate routes are available. It
is reasonable to expect that any large employment center in
Renton will generate a large number of commuter trips attracted
to the Bellevue area and will aggravate congestion on 1-405.
2 Assuming that I^405. capacity can be increased to the
north, the freeway system could accept additional traffic. In
this case, local improvements in or near the indus,trial areas
should expedite traffic access to the freeway system. Oaksdale
Street could be developed as the major distributor street in the
area. This would reduce circulation traffic using 43rd and
would provide an adjunct to East and West Valley Roads. An
improvement of 1-405 could include continuous collector-distributor
roads and an interchange with Oaksdale. To the south, Oaksdale
would intersect 192nd Street which could connect to the
Interchange on 1-5.
3 The above improvements on 1-405 should include
• rebuilding of the South Renton and Green Valley interchanges to
geometry more conducive to the high capacity required. The
South Renton Interchange now is a four-quadrant cloverleaf with
inherent weaving capacity problems. The Green River Interchange
is a type A-B partial cloverleaf (two loop ramps in adjacent
quadrants) . Such a design requires at least three phase signal
control of associated intersection, thus limiting capacity. A
continuous C-D road system between the two interchanges would
allow an additional interchange at Oaksdale to serve the
industrial area. Reconstruction of the South Renton Interchange
should eliminate the present continuity of Valley Freeway into •
Rainier Avenue.
4 The Orillia Interchange (Valley Freeway at 43rd Street)
should be rebuilt using some loop ramp arrangement to eliminate
the existing excessive left-turning movements. The "East Valley
Traffic Study" studied and recommended such rebuilding, together
with the proposed extension of the freeway northward. The
latter extension is also a mitigating measure which, it is
assumed, will be in existence by the design year.
5 South Grady Way should be widened .to four lanes between
Rainier Avenue and West Valley Road.
6 South 165th Street in the Burlington Northern Street
network should be extended westward to intersect West Valley
Road. West Valley Road should be widened to six lanes between
this intersection and the Green River Interchange.
7 A further possibility for improved freeway capacity,
especially on 1-405, is ramp metering. Ramp metering involves
limiting traffic entering freeway ramps, to the amount that can
be absorbed into the freeway traffic without causing congestion.
The net freeway capacity can therefore be somewhat increased by
avoiding congestion at on-ramps. Metering is achieved by
placement of traffic signals on the ramps.
The signals are controlled according to freeway conditions, as
monitored by closed circuit television, detectors, or other
freeway surveillance. The signals meter _vehicles onto the
freeway, one at a time, according to a headway as determined by
the control center. The major disadvantage of metering is that
congestion is not eliminated, but merely transferred from the
freeway to the ramps and adjacent arterial streets. Some net
gain in the entire system, however, is gained as a result.
Mitigating Measures Not Requiring Capital Improvements
Staggered working hours in the industrial parks could
significantly reduce congestion by avoiding the coincidence of
the local peak period with that of the roadway system.
Use of mass transit could reduce auto usage, but public transit
has been unsuccessful in attracting commuter riders to this type
of development.
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Swainson's Thrush Hylocichla ustulata
Golden-crowned Kinglet Regulus satrapa
Ruby-crowned Kinglet Regulus calendula
4i Water Pipit Anthus spinoletta
fr, Red-eyed Vireo Vireo olivaceus
Warbling Vireo Vireo gilvus
Orange-crowned Warbler Vermivora celata
Nashville Warbler Vermivora ruficapilla
Yellow Warbler Dendroica petechia
Myrtle Warbler Dendroica coronata
Bullock's Oriole Icterus bullockii
Brown-headed Cowbird Molothrus ater
Black-headed Grosbeak Pheucticus melanocephalus
Pine Siskin Spinus pinus
Oregon Junco Junco oreganus
Golden-crowned Sparrow Zonotrichia artricapilla
Lapland Longspur Calcarius lapponicus
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WHICH MAY BE EXPTECTED' IN OR NEAR THE PROPOSED SITE
Common Name Scientific Name .
- Canvasback Duck Aythya valisneria. - -
Lesser Scaup Duck Aythya, affinis
Ruddy Duck Oxyura jamaicensis
American Coot Fulica amer.icana
Common Snipe Capella gallinago .
Glaucous-winged. Gull Larus 'glausescens
Common Crow Corvus brachyrhynchos
Song Sparrow Melospize melodia
American Widgeon Mareca americana
Shoveler Spatula clypeata
Pintail Anas 'acuta
Scaup Aythya affinis . '
Bufflehead Bucephala albeola
Great Blue Heron Ardea herodias
Green Heron Butorides virescens
Wood Duck Aix sponsa
Pigeon Hawk Falco co'lumbarius
Killdeer Charadrius vociferus
Spotted Sandpiper ' Actitis macularia ' s
Bonaparte's Gull Larus philadelphia °.
Rock Dove Columba livia
Mourning Dove Zenaidura macroura '-
Hairy Woodpecker Dendrocopos villosus
Western Flycatcher Empidonax difficilis
Western Wood Peewee Contopus soridulus
Violet-green Swallow Tachycineta thalassina
Tree Swallow Iridoprocne bicolor
Black-capped Chickadee Parus atricapillus
Common Bush.tit Psaltriparus minimus.
Cedar Waxwing Bombycilla cedrorum
Black-throated Gray Warbler Dendroica nigrescens
Yellowthroat Geothylpis trichas
House Sparrow Passer domesticus
Brewer's Blackbird Euphagus cyanocephalus
Oregon Junco Junco oreganus
Rufous-sided Towhee Pipilo erythrophthalmus
Savannah Sparrow ' . Passerculus sandwichenis
Fox Sparrow ' Passerella iliaca
Rough-legged Hawk Buteo lagopus
Sparrow. Hawk Falco sparverius
Ruffled Grouse Bonasa umbellus
Screech Owl Otus asio
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Short-eared Owl Asio flammeus
Common Nighthawk Chordeiles minor
Rufous Hummingbird . Selasphorus rufus
Red-shafted Flicker , . ' . Olaptes cafer
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker Sphyrapicus varius
Rough-winged Swallow Stelgidopteryx ruficollis
Red-breasted Nuthatch Sitta canadensis
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NAME OF PLANT COMMUNITY TYPICAL PLANT COMPOSITION COMMENTS
Vegetation which is a direct result of man's actions cont.
Homesite and Lilac, Western Red Cedar, Lombardy Lawns and ornamental plantings around..
Ornamentals Poplar, English Holly, Mountain Ash, homesites - particularily important in
Bluegrass the town of Orillia
Misc. Barren lands due to recent removal of
vegetation, storage area for scrap
materials, roadways, buildings
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BIRD SPECIES IDENTIFIED ON PROPOSED PROJECT SITE
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Ring-neck Pheasant Phasianus colchicus a
,' California Quail Lophortyx californicus
Long-billed Marsh Wren Telmatodytes palustris
Red-winged Blackbird Agelaius phoeniceus
Mallard Anas platynhynchos
Song Sparrow Melospize melodia
Robin Turdus migratorius
American Goldfinch Spinus tristis
House Sparrow Passer domesticus
Short-eared Owl Asio flammeus
Tree. Swallow Iridoprocne bicolor
Downy Woodpecker Dendrocopos pubescens
Barn Swallow Hirundo rustica
Starling Sturnus .vulgaris
Mourning Dove Zenaidura macroura
Savannah Sparrow Passerculus sandwichensis
Black-capped Chickadee Parus atricapillus
Fox Sparrow Passerella iliaca
American Goldfinch • Spinus tristis
Brewer's Blackbird Euphagus cyanocephalus
Savannah Sparrow Passerculus sandwichensis
- MacGillivray'sWarbler Oporornis tolmiei
Red-tailed Hawk Buteo jamaicensis
Marsh Hawk Circus cyaneus.
Western Meadowlark Sturnella heglecta
White-crowned Sparrow Zonotrichia leucophrys
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NAME OF PLANT COMMUNITY TYPICAL PLANT COMPOSITION COMMENTS
Vegetation which is a direct result of man's actions
Pasture Kentucky Bluegrass, White Clover, These pastures are generally weedy and.
Timothy, Canadian Thistle, Buck- over utilized, low level of -manage-
horn Plantain ment and production
Hayland Smooth Bromegrass, Wheatgrass, Near absence of legumes, some areas are
Kentucky Bluegrass, Timothy quite wet with invasion of sedges and
horsetail , low level management often _
results in Canadian Thistle invasion
Fill Kentucky Bluegrass, Intermediate Very low level plant cover, 80% of area
Wheatgrass, White Clover, Red Clover, is barren ground, low water holding
Fleabane, Wild Lettuce,. Common capacity and fertility, loamy gravel
Dandelion, Canadian Thistle material
Railroad Reedgrass, Wheatgrass, Dewberry, Quite diverse in number of species
Himalayan Blackberry, Common Tansy, because of the continued-and varied
Timothy and Bluegrass seed source from the railroad,
miscellaneous land - urban land
Drainage Ditches Several Willow species, Wheatgrass., Long narrow plant .communities along
Black Cottonwood, Reedgrass, Cat- man constructed drainages, often
tails, Sedges, Rushes and Duckweed vegetation controlled by use of herb-
icides, water standing in ditch
bottom frequently
Recently Abandoned Cheatgrass, Bluegrass, Wild Lettuce, Widely differing habitat/soil con-
Cropland Buckhorn Plantain, Yellow Dock, Common ditions, almost all weedy species, .
Dandelion three or less years since cultivation
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE VEGETATIVE TYPES
NAME OF PLANT COMMUNITY TYPICAL PLANT COMPOSITION COMMENTS
Native and para-native plant communities - cont.
Oxbow Willow, Cat-tail , Rush, Pond-lily Areas generally contain permanent
surface water, diverse biotic
community, located in old oxbows,
some of the surface water being re-
tained because of development in area
Grassland Orchardgrass, Smooth Brome, Wheat- Old hayland areas dominated by grasses,
Thistle grass, Bluegrass, Timothy, low level management and as a result
Canadian Thistle invasion by Canadian Thistle
Rush Rush, Reedgrass, Dock, Bluegrass, Wet area found associated with the
Reedgrass Nightshade Smartweed type, exclusively Rush
area close to Smartweed then grades
to a mixed Rush and Reedgrass type,
area artifically. flooded
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE VEGETATIVE TYPES
NAME OF PLANT COMMUNITY TYPICAL PLANT COMPOSITION COMMENTS
Native and para-native plant communities - cont.
Cottonwood Black Cottonwood, Bluegrass, Relatively dense stands of Black
Horsetail , Douglas Spirea Cottonwood, sparse understory, poorly
drained sites with mineral soils, inter-
mittent ponding
Willow" Willows - several species, Cat-tail , Closed canopy of Willows in thicket-like
Rush, Bluegrass, Nightshade, Lamb's condition, occupies large areas of
Quarter, Creeping Buttercup poorly drained and intermittently ponded
soils which are composed largely of
organic sediments
Mixed Shrub Black Cottonwood, Willows, Himalayan Widely variable unit with dominance
Blackberry, Bluegrass, Reedgrass, Dog- shared between shrubs and forbs,
wood, Douglas Spirea, Creeping mineral soils and most arid of natural
Buttercup communities present
Smartweed Smartweed, Bluegrass, Duckweed, Frequently inundated area, accumulating
Cat-tail , Rush organic matter on surface of soil ,
Smartweed almost totally dominant
Oregon Ash- Oregon Ash, Willow, Nightshade, Forested area with high water table,
Willow Nettle, Dogwood some trees reaching estimated 75' in
height, gradational organic - mineral
• soils
Successionary Himalayan Blackberry, Bluegrass, Early successionary stage of a mesic
Pasture Wheatgrass, Willow-herb, Plantain, site to the Mixed Shrub type
Clover, Dogwood
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE VEGETATIVE TYPES
NAME OF. PLANT COMMUNITY TYPICAL PLANT COMPOSITION COMMENTS
Native and para-native plant communities -
Creeping Buttercup Cr.'eeping Buttercup, Cat-tail , Reedgrass, Creeping Buttercup is a strong
Wheatgrass, Canadian Thistle, Sedge dominant, occupies wetter sites
near Cat-tail types, found on soils
containing sizeable amounts of organic
matter
Cat-tail Common Cat-tail , Sedge, Rush, Spike- Located on the sites having the most
rushes, Bluegrass water, underlain with organic soils-
muck and/or peat, Cat-tail near
exclusive dominant
Reedgrass Reedgrass, Bluegrass, Horsetail , Basically on mineral soils, ranges,
Creeping Buttercup, Sedges from having several sub-dominants to
Reedgrass being nearly exclusive,
frequently found occupying rather
moist sites near drainage ditches
Willow-herb Willow-herb, Canadian Thistle, Wild Early secondary successional stage,
Lettuce, Reedgrass, Bluegrass underlain primarily with mineral soils,
Willowherb becomes sole dominant in...
some stands
Riparian Reedgrass, Bluegrass, Fescue, Potential for frequent overflow, unit
Sedges, Horsetail includes channel itself and stream
banks, these can be steep and present
erosion hazard
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Berry _Douglasberry, Evergreen Blackberry Himalayan Blackberry is dominant species ,<-
Himalayan Blackberry, Wheatgrass, few Douglasberry and Evergreen Black-
Bluegrass, Willow-herb berry around periphera of community,
found in older fill sites, fence rows
and invading into abandoned croplands
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DRAFT
ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT
STATEMENT
ORILLIA
INDUSTRIAL
DISTRICT
LOCATED IN RENTON/TUKWILA, WASHINGTON
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PURSUANT TO THE
WASHINGTON STATE
ENVIRONMENTAL
POLICY ACT OF 1971
RCW 43.21
CITY. OF R NTON
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
AUG 6 1.973
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INTRODUCTION
I
INTRODUCTION
This document has been prepared by Wilsey & Ham, Inc. , Consultans for
Glacier Park Company, ,a subsidiary of the Burling Northern Railroad in
conjunction with and under the direction of the City of Renton Planning
Department. Its intended purpose is to describe the environmental effects
that will result from administrative actions proposed to be undertaken by
the City in granting rezone approvals and permitting grading and filling
activities with regard to proposed development of the Orillia Industrial
District by the Glacier Park Company. This document will be distributed
for review and comment as prescribed by the State Environmental Policy
Act of 1971 and will subsequently be the basis for the City's Final
Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed administrative actions.
Filling and grading activities will be undertaken by the Glacier Park Company
upon receipt of City approvals and will have direct and visible effects on the
environment. These direct effects are addressed in this report as "immediate"
environmental impacts of the City's proposed actions. The future development
of the Orillia site to industrial uses which are allowable under existing and
requested industrial zone classifications will also have significant effects
on the environment and these are herein described as the "eventual" environ-
mental impacts of the City'.s proposed actions.
Much of the technical information supporting this document has been provided
by the Glacier Park Company in the form of a comprehensive environmental
assessment of their proposed development. The assessment has provided the
data and analysis necessary to support the conclusions made in this report.
Those reviewers who require detailed background data are referred to the
City of Renton Planning Department, where the environmental assessment is
on file.
SUMMARY
SUMMARY
Date: , 1975
Nature of This Report:
Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Sponsor: City of Renton
Planning Department
Contact: James L. Magstadt
Type of Proposed Action:
The City of Renton proposes to perform administrative processing of requests by
the Glacier Park Company (hereinafter referred to as the Applicant) for.
permits to fill and grade. These requests involve property in Southwest
Renton, commonly known as the Orillia Industrial District (hereinafter re-
ferred to as the Project) . A portion of the Project lies within the corporate
limits of the City of Tukwila and is not addressed by this report.
Justification for the Proposed Actions :
The proposed actions are in conformance with the City's legally established
administrative policies and procedures. The Applicant's requests have been
submitted in the prescribed format.
Official Title of the Proposed Action:
• Special Permit to Fill and Grade
• Grading License
Summary of Impacts to the Environment:
1 . Topography, Geomorphology, and Soil Resources
Site preparation will involve filling and grading of the subject site
and these activities will constitute changes to the topography. The
potential agricultural productivity of prime agricultural soils will
be foregone as a result of filling and eventual .use. of the site for more
intensive uses. 137 acres have been previously filled in recent years
leaving a balance of 457 acres to be filled within the City of Renton
corporate limits. The associated reduction in crop-forage-livestock
producing capacity is irrevocable.
2. Hydrology and Water Quality
Surface runoff water from the Project site during and after placement
of fill will contain an increased load of sediment compared to present
conditions. Runoff carrying sediment will be controlled
by limiting filling and grading activities to the dry season and by pro-
viding temporary retention of runoff water within the project site.
Subsequent to filling and grading, it can be anticipated that ultimate
industrial development of the site will increase the total runoff water
volume and street-surface contaminants will be introduced, further
affecting water quality.
3. Vegetation
Although an extensive vegetational cover exists over much of the site,
only selected areas are representative of the plant communities which
existed prior to man's intervention. Past changes to the site include
use for agricultural purposes and extensive filling. Since the time of
these activities, plant communities have become considerably re-established.
Elsewhere bog communities and relatively thick forested areas exist.
Grading and filling resulting from the proposed action will involve the
covering of all vegetation except where the land surface presently exists at
elevations of 18 feet above mean sea level or higher. Vegetation will not
be disturbed on the portion of the project site to be dedicated to the
City as a greenbelt.
4. Wildlife ' -
Plant communities on the Project site support significant bird and mammal
populations. There are widely diverse plant communities on this site
and large amount of "edge habitat" is found between the vegetational types.
Edge habitats, as a general rule are productive in terms of animal popula-
tions. Filling and grading will result in the removal of wildlife habitat,
except in the green belt area.
Tht Project site represents one of the few remaining undeveloped properties
in the lower Green-Duwamish River valley within the City of Renton.
Many of the species of animals which were known to be present in the
Puget Sound lowland have been disappearing as urbanization proceeds. Some
of the disappearing species are replaced by others which can better adapt
to altered habitats resulting from man's activities. Activities result-
ing from the proposed action will promote a continuation of this regional
trend.
5. Noise
The noise resulting from the filling and grading operation can be
controlled at acceptable levels by adhering to simple noise control pro-
cedures. As a result, noise from construction equipment per se should
not be greater than that of many vehicles now using S.W. 43rd •Street and
Valley Freeway.
Noise impacts resulting from the anticipated ultimate development will
be related to the cumulative effects of a variety of new land uses
that will occur in the area including the expansion of existing tran-
sportation facilities. Existing noise sources already in the vicinity
will , for the most part, overshadow noise resulting from new land uses.
6. Air Quality
Filling and grading activities resulting from the proposed action will
temporarily increase dust in the vicinity of the site.
Subsequent to filling and grading, anticipated ultimate development
will result in some degradation of air quality although there will
be compliance with all applicable air quality regulations .
7. Traffic
The initial filling operation will require transport of approximately
60% of the needed fill material from a location outside of the City
of Renton in King County (about 3 miles southeast of the site) . Fill
truck traffic from this borrow site will occur over a period of two
years. The balance of the fill material will come from an undeter-
mined number of additional sources. Impact from importing the remaining
fill material is expected to be less than during the initial two years
since import will occur over the entire period of Project development.
It is aniticpated that , upon full development, the project site will
generate approximately 50,000 trips per day. This traffic will be
distributed on the nearby freeways and arterials towards urban centers
roughly in proportion to the population concentrations. The existing
transportation network (both freeways and arterials) will probably
require improvements to accommodate such increases in traffic.
TABLE
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CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
SUMMARY
Page
A. THE PROPOSED ACTION 1
1 . Type of Action_ 1
2. Location 1
3. Anticipated Permits, Approvals and Reviews 3
4. Development Resulting From the Proposed Actions 3
5. Timing of the Proposed Development 13
6. Proposed Methods of Financing and Financial Sponsors 14
7. Historical Background and Planking and Policy Decisions 14
Relating to Flood Control
8. Historica.l Background and Local Policy Decisions 14
Relating to Wetlands
9. Past Planning and Policy Decisions Relating to Land Use 16
B. BIOPHYSICAL SETTING 20
1 .. Topography, Geomorphology and Recent Geological History 20 .
2. Soils 20
3. Hydrology 21.
4. Water Quality and Aquatic Organisms 22
5., Vegetation 24
6. Wildlife 27
7. Noise 28
8. Meteorology 31
9. Air Quality 31
10. Traffic 35
C. ALTERNATIVES 42
1 . No-Action or Continuation of the Existing Trends 42
2. Non-Fill Alternatives 42
3. Fill Alternatives 42
D. SHORT-TERM USES AND LONG-TERM PRODUCTIVITY 44
E. COMMITMENT OF RESOURCES 44
THE
PROPOSED
ACTION
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DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT.
FOR
APPROVAL OF GLACIER PARK COMPANY'S
'ORILLIA INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
A. 'THE PROPOSED ACTION
I . Type of Action
The City of Renton proposes to perform administrative processing
ofa request by the Glacier Park Company (hereafter referred to as
the Applicant) for permits to fill and and grade. .
This request involves property in Southwest Renton commonly known
as the Orillia Industrial District (hereafter referred to as the
Project) ..
2. Location and Background (See Figure A) .
The proposed project site is located in the lower Green River Valley
and lies primarily within the jurisdiction of Renton but also includes
a small portion of Tukwila on the west side. S.W. 43rd Street/S. 180th
Street forms the south boundary of the site as well as serving as the
jurisdictional boundary between Renton and Kent. The other boundaries "
of the project site are formed by the East Valley Highway on the east
side;' Longacres Racetrack, the Shell property, the Mobil Oil tank farm
and the Golden Grain Macaroni Company, on the north side; .the Union
Pacific, the Milwaukee Road and the Burlington Northern mainline tracks
on the west side and; the Sternoff Metals property on the southwest
corner.
The immediate vicinity of the project site can be characterized by a
combination of rapidly developing industrial lands, open space or
agricultural lands , with a few scattered residences'. The project itself
is large "(approximately 594 acres) and is one of the largest tracts of
undeveloped land under one ownership in this portion of the valley. In
addition, the small unincorporated community of Orillia is located to
the southwest of the site on the boundaries of Renton, Kent, and Tukwila.
Portions of the land upon which the industrial 'development is to be
located have been recently cultivated and other portions have been
filled and graded. Most of the site has been cleared at one time or
another, however., some areas have returned to a heavily vegetated
condition (See Biophysical Description) .
The Renton portion of the project site is part of a larger area
annexed. to Renton by Ordinance No. 1745 on April 14, 1959• This
annexation was amended twice by Ordinance No. 1764 on May 27, 1959,
and Ordinance No. 1928 on December 22, 1961 .
Upon annexation, the area was zoned "G", General Classification
District, 'by the City of Renton. "The purpose and object of this
classification is to regulate the use of land and generally
undeveloped areas not otherwise zoned following annexation, so
as to prevent the uncontrolled and scattered intrusion of business ,
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industrial and similar uses which would be in conflict or incom-
patible with existing or planned future land uses, and which would
constitute nonconforming intrusions into areas best suited for
protected residential uses."
Subsequently on December 24, 1969, portions of the east and south
of the site were rezoned from "G" to "M-P", Manufacturing Park.
Existing zoning is shown on Figure B.
The Tukwila portion was annexed on February 17, 1958, by Ordinance
No. 257 and was zoned M-1 , Light Industry, by Ordinance No. 289
on September 21 , 1959.
3. Anticipated Permits, Approvals, and Reviews
a. The Proposed Actions
The Applicant desires to fill and grade some 457 acres of the
Project site which remain unfilled. In order to do so, the
Applicant must comply, with the Renton Mining, Excavation and
Grading Ordinance (Chapter 23, Title IV [Building Regulations]
of Ordinance No. 1628 known as "Code of General Ordinances of
the City of Renton")..
The Renton Mining, Excavation and Grading Ordinance requires
the Applicant to secure both a special permit to fill and
grade from the Planning Commission and an annual license to
operate under the ordinance from the Planning and Public Works
Departments. The granting of a special, permit and annual
license by these City agencies are the proposed actions to be
undertaken by the City of Renton and as such, are the subject
of this report.
Procedures for compliance with the ordinance require that
prospective applicants submit a Master Plan, a Grading Plan
and Drainage Plan. The Master Plan for development must in-
clude the following elements: land use, circulation, railroad
service, public and private utilities, existing factors limiting
development. This information has been prepared and submitted ,
by the Applicant.
4. Development Resulting From the Proposed Actions
The proposed actions will result in the immediate filling and grading
of the Project site. Subsequent to the proposed actions, it is
anticipated that the site will eventually be developed for industrial
use.
a. Immediate 'Development (Filling and Grading)
Most of the Project site will require grading and filling for con-
' struction ana flood control purposes. The Applicant will initially
grade the site to approximate elevations only. Subsequently, the
purchaser of any property can be expected to regrade within his
own area as required by the building or other construction to be
installed on the site. Since this will vary with every purchaser
and every site, and since it is not' possible to anticipate the future
requirements or construction, no attempt will be made to meet any
future building grades in the initial filling and grading operation.
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An elevation of approximately 17 feet above mean sea level
will be maintained where it is anticipated railroad tracks will
be located. Street grades generally vary from elevation 15.8
to elevation 17.0. This will divert all storm runoff away from
the tracks and prevent any ponding in these areas. Establishing
the railroad tracks at elevation 17 feet will require "a floor
elevation for loading docks to service the railroad at approxi-
mately elevation 20.75 feet. In general , most sites will
probably require additional fill above the elevation shown on
the grading plan in order to meet future building levels.
Depending on the types of buildings to be constructed, excess
soil surcharge material may be placed temporarily on individual
sites to induce settlement and provide site stability sufficient
to enable building construction to proceed.
Fill material for the initial fill and grading which will be
undertaken by the Applicant will be obtained from a Glacier
Park Company owned borrow site in unincorporated King County.
In order to take advantage of this currently available source
of fill , removal will have to be accomplished. by October 15, 1977,
due to limitations imposed by King County.
The King County borrow site will provide approximately 60%
of the fill required for the Project site. The balance will
be obtained from other sources. In particular, the Applicant
will actively seek out sources of fill material that become
available as surplus excavation from nearby construction sites.
The Applicant expects several thousand cubic yards to be made
available in this manner annually at a cost much below that
to 'obtain. the same material from commercial borrow pit
sources. If the Applicant experiences a.market demand for
industrial sites which exceeds the rate at which fill material
is available as surplus from other construction sites, the
necessary material will be purchased and imported from nearby
commercial borrow sites.
Placement of:fill will conform with general City safety require-
ments regarding hours of operation and removal of.debiris from
the route between the various sources and the fill area.
The" King County borrow site is located just above the valley
about 1 mile to the southeast. Operation and rehabilitation
of this borrow site will be in conformance with requirements
established. by King County. '
These requirements include the following: .
•" A plan for rehabilitation or reforestation of the
borrow site.
• Adequate buffering of the borrow site.
• A cut slope limitation of 2H: IV.
• An overall site east-west grade limitation of 6%.
• A limitation in the hours of haul operation from
between 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, weekdays only.
• Access to and from the site via Carr Road only.
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The Applicant is also required to meet with the King County
Grading Technical Committee to work out methods of reducing
impact of the hauling operation on the community which may
include requiring the use of the most current technology
for noise suppression on trucks, loaders and other grading
equipment and devising measures for removal of trackage from
the trucks before entering Carr Road. Carr Road is to be
swept and washed if necessary and the material is not to be
washed into stream channels of residential gardens.
The planned phasing of the fill operation is indicated on
Figure C. Quantities of fill required for each phase are the
following:
Phase 1 1 ,000,000 cubic yards
2 1 ,056,500 cubic yards
3 36,600 cubic yards
4 171 ,500 cubic yards
5 352,000 cubic yards
On a temporary basis, drainage from the filled portions of the
site will be accommodated by a system of earth berms and under-
ground pipes. The site will be divided into separate segments
by low. earth berms which will detain surface runoff water with-
in each segment. This will enable much of the sediment which
may be carried by surface runoff flows to settle out before the
storm water enters drainage ditches and is subsequently carried
to the Green River drainage system. Underground outfall pipes
from each segment will be adjusted at the upper intake end to
allow water to pond before entering the pipe, thus providing
time to settle out sediments and prevent erosion from overland
sheet flows of runoff water. The cross-section below details
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The developable portions of the Project site will be utilized for
rail oriented industrial uses. As shown. in the site plans (see
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are planned for the east and south margins, and more intensive
uses requiring larger sites will be concentrated in the center.
It should be noted that although a distinction between small lot -
low, intensity uses and large lot - high intensity uses is intended
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reflect the individual needs of prospective tenants and owners.
A 23-acre parcel in the southeast corner of the site at the Inter-
section of East Valley Highway and S.W. 43rd Street/ S. 180th Street
could be utilized for convenience and retail shopping.
About 49 acres of the Project site will serve as right-of-way for
the. proposed P1 drainage channel' which will be constructed by the
U.S. Soil Cons,ervation Service, (SCS) .
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A portion of the Project site will be set aside as green
belt to serve as a wildlife preserve. The exact size of
the green belt has not been determined. The Applicant has
indicated a' willingness to dedicate 20 acres to the City for4.
this purpose. During recent deliberations by the Renton
Planning Commission involving proposed modifications to the
Comprehensive Plan, it has been suggested that an area totaling•
80 acres be designated as green belt at this location.
c. Access
Design Objectives i
- Location of small lot, less intensive manufacturing park uses
and commercial uses along S.W. 43rd and East Valley Highway.
- Location of large lot more intensive industrial uses towards
center of site.
- Free and ready access to freeways.
- Rail service primarily along the back lot lines in order to
minimize conflicts between rail and street traffic.
- Routing of through traffic to specific arterials rather than
through industrial development areas.,
Description of Proposed Layout
Fixed Streets: On the Site Plan, Figure D, both fixed (heavy lines)
and non-fixed (broken lines) internal roads are shown.
Oaksdale Avneue S.W. and Lind Avenue S.W. are shown as fixed
streets and they provide connection with major arterials to. the
north and the south. These fixed streets provide. the basis for.
the layout of the entire industrial tract, and it is anticipated
that all main utility lines and most of the internal traffic flow
will follow these fixed streets. Initial development will occur.
along these fixed streets as well as the existing arterials.
It is, anticipated that Oaksdale Avenue will be improved and will
provide continuity northward for traffic heading in that direction.
Oaksdale Avenue will be located as shown as it passes through the
site, however., the off-site route as it proceeds northward has.
not yet been determined.
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Non-Fixed .Streets: The locations of the non-fixed streets may be
shifted to meet the desires of locating- industries and may reflect,
property lines as development progresses. The over-all pattern
should remain basically as laid out. The right-of-way should
allow sufficient space for the, placement and maintenance of all
utilities within the right-of-way limits. It is deemed desirable
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that through traffic (not traffic that originates or terminates
in the industrial area) should be routed around the industrial
area and not through it. The street system as laid out accom-
plishes this, and yet is flexible enough to fit within the city
street system of Renton.
d. Utilities and Public Facilities (Refer to Figure E)
Fire Protection
Several fire stations are located in the vicinity of the site. The
two closest are the newly opened Tukwila station to the west and
the Andover Industrial Park and a King County station about a mile
and a half to the east. A new station is proposed for the
vicinity of the Project site to be built at some unknown time
in the future. A recent bond issue to fund this station did
not receive voter approval . The locations of the existing
fire stations are shown on the previously given figure. There
is a mutual response agreement between the involved departments,
and adequate protection should be available for the proposed
site.
Water
The site is currently served by the Renton water system. Renton
has a 12-inch main along the East Valley Highway and a 12-inch
main along S.W. 43rd Street/S. 180th Street. A project is now under
construction for a 16-inch and 24-inch main south along Lind Avenue
S.W. to 29th Street, with a connection eastward to the East Valley
Highway main. Future plans include an extension of the 24-inch
Lind Avenue main to 43rd Street and a 24-inch line to connect this
main with the proposed Talbot Hill Reservoir up the hill to the
east. No definite schedule has been set for completion of these
facilities, but the City indicates that the intention is to keep up-
with the demand for service created by development in the area.
Tukwila currently has a 10-inch main along the west edge of West
Valley Highway in the vicinity of the site. As development
occurs in the 80-acre portion of the site which is in Tukwila,
the two cities will have to decide which system will serve this
area. No specific discussion on this matter has yet taken place.
Sanitary Sewer
A major Metro sewer interceptor runs northward through the site
and directly into the Renton treatment plant. These facilities
are adequate to handle the proposed development and anticipated
future development in the vicinity.
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e. Drainage
Drainage plans for the site are ultimately dependent on the timing
and eventual construction of the drainage system for the valley
as proposed by the Soil Conservation Service. In the interim, or
in the eventuality the SCS drainage project is not approved and
constructed, temporary drainage plans for the Project site have
been developed.
Temporary Small Drainage Ditches
Preceding the SCS drainage project, drainage will be accomplished
using a series of. temporary small drainage ditches which will
connect with Springbrook Creek and the point where the creek be-
comes the Drainage District No. 1 ditch. Large areas will be
bounded by drainage ditches and 1-foot berms. Water contained
within areas served by the drainage ditches will drain into the
ditches via 8-inch pipes. This system will retard surface runoff
water for a period of time sufficient to allow settling of silts,
and to reduce the peak runoff to an acceptable level . This ap-
pr.oach will satisfy the King County Division of Hydraulics design
requirements for a 25 year storm.
Construction of the SCS "P-1 " Channel
Another solution for providing a drainage system prior to the
construction and operation of the SCS drainage project involved
constructing the SCS '!P-1" Channel along the west side of the project
site at the initiative of the applicant. Drainage from the
developable areas would be collected in this segment of the "P-l"
Channel , which would be connected to the Drainage District No.
ditch. As with the proposed approach, the existing drainage ditch
would be used to carry runoff water until such time as its function
is replaced by the "P-1" Channel . If this later approach were pursued,
then the material excavated from the proposed ' "P-l" Channel right-
of-way could be used for non-structural fill or possibly to some
extent, for landscaped areas. A soils investigation has shown that
these soils, which are organic in nature,. are largely unsuitable
for structural fill . Acceptable uses for the material excavated
from the "P-1" Channel right-of-way might include use as fill under-
lying parking lots. Final drainage plans for the ultimate develop-
ment will meet with City of Renton requirements for storm water
retention and oil/water separation.
5. Timing of the Proposed Development
If the King County borrow site is to be utilized, placement of the
fill must be accomplished within two years (by October 15, 1977) as
specified by the King County requirements applicable to the borrow.
site. The balance of the fill will be imported over the life of
the project development.
Subsequent to the placement of fill and initial site preparation
activities, specific areas will be developed generally in sequence
described in the previous section on access and utilities. The timing
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of the development of specific areas will remain flexible in order
to meet the needs of prospective tenants and owners. Development
will proceed over as much as a 25 year span. The reader should
consider the discussion of impact in light of this fact. Many of
the anticipated environmental effects related to industrial
development will occur over this period of time.
6. Proposed Methods of Financing and Financial Sponsors •
The commercial and industrial development of the Project site, occurring
as a consequence of the proposed action, will be financed with private i.
capital . A number of facilities such as utilities and roads servicing
the area involve the expenditure of public funds. For example, major
arterials will presumably be accomplished in concert with city partici-
pation in order to obtain U.S. Economic Development Administration
funds, etc. Also the construction of the proposed SCS drainage
project will involve expenditure of local and federal funds.
7. Historical Background and Planning and Policy Decisions Relating to
Flood Control
Flood control on the Green River has been accomplished b.y the construction
of levees on the river and the construction of the Howard Hanson Dam i.n
1962 about 40 miles upstream. In addition, future drainage is expected
to be accomplished by the U.S. Soil Conservation Service (SCS) in
cooperation with the local cities sponsoring the project.
Plans for the future drainage project were completed in the 1960's by
the SCS in conjunction with the Green River Flood Control Zone District
(administered by King County) . The drainage system will be comprised
of a network of channels and large capacity pumping plants in the valley.
During storm periods interior valley drainage will be pumped into the
Green River at several locations. The largest pump plant (3000 cfs
capacity) is located approximately 1, 1/2 miles north of the project site.
This plant is designed to handle a 10-year storm without any back-up of
water and a hundred year storm with some channel and holding pond capacity
utilized. For urban lands in this area, a fill elevation of 15 feet (14
feet plus 1 foot freeboard) is considered necessary by the SCS for ade-
quate flood protection from the hundred year flood.
Design criteria for the SCS project assume that 89? of incoming precipi-
tation runs off and enters their drainage, system. Eighty-nine percent
(89%) is a common factor used for urban runoff situations. In effect,
SCS has designed the system to be compatible with the uses of the land
proposed for the Orillia Industrial Park.
8. Historical Background and Local Policy Decisions Relating to Wetlands
The Soil Conservation Service (SCS) has proposed a drainage system for
the Green River Valley, which, if approved will allow for the drainage
necessary to accomplish the additional development of much land in the Green River Valley. The Project site for the proposed Orillia
Industrial Park is within the area which will benefit from the drainage
scheme proposed by SCS. `
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It is anticipated by SCS that many Green River Valley wetlands will
be drained as a result of the proposed drainage project.
The wetlands in the valley have been mapped as part of the SCS Draft
Environmental Impact Statement, according to designations established
by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. . Several of these wetland types
occur on the project site, see Biophysical Section.
To compensate for the loss in wetland habitat area, the Green River
Flood Control Zone district in conjunction with the SCS required that
jurisdictions benefiting from the drainage project agree with certain
provisions. The Renton City- Council adopted these provisions by
council. resolution on June 12, 1974. The provisions have a direct
bearing on the proposed project and are as follows:
"The sponsoring local organizations will :
1 . Purchase in title or perpetual easement and maintain in
public control during the life of the projects at least 110
acres of suitable wetland habitat at locations approved by
the SCS and the Washington State Department of Game.
2. In granting commercial-industrial development permits with
the Green River Flood Control Zone District require:
a) A landscape development plan that will provide
reasonable consideration for wildlife and aesthetic
values (environmental quality) for the area planned for
buildings and parking lots ;
b) . A significant portion (not less than two percent) of the
land involved be designated and commerce-industry
managed for the life of the project to produce wildlife
habitat for species best suited to site, conditions, and
location; -
c) All land not needed or used for other purposes , be planned
and managed for wildlife open-space until such time as it
is utilized in additional developments.
3. . With Soil Conservation Service assistance, preserve or
replace existing wildlife habitat along affected channels.
4. With Soil Conservation Service assistance, provide fish passage
through structural measures where deemed necessary by the
Service and the Washington State Department of Fisheries.
5. Adopt and enforce a land use plan (policy) consistent with
the regional land use policy of the Puget Sound Governmental
Conference or the Regional Planning Authority having jurisdic-
tion before Public Law 566 funds are expended on any part of
an inter-dependent system."
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9. Past Planning and Policy Decisions Relating to Land Use .
The proposed project site is situated in the lower Green River Valley
and because of its location and size, decisions relating to its deve-
lopment must be viewed within the context of existing uses as well as
local and regional land use plans. Accordingly, in this section, land
use trends and policies are examined for an area which includes the
portion of the Green River Valley between central Kent - .to the south,
central Renton - to the northeast, and the north end of Tukwila- to
the northwest.
a. Existing Land Use .
Figure F shows the general land use patterns in a Green River
Valley regional context. The predominant uses in the valley
floor are agriculture and openspace, unused land. Industrial
development is the third most prevalent use, followed by filled
land being prepared for development, and land used for commercial
and retail activities. There is also scattered residential develop-
ment in the valley, although most residential uses are. located on
the plateaus to the east and west, or concentrated in Kent to the
south or Renton and Tukwila to the north.
The area shown on Figure F includes about half of the prime agri -
cultural soils in the lower Green River Valley. Of the total area
within the Green River Valley about 22, 150 acres of Class II and
III soils of which 5,600 (26%) is being farmed, 6,950 (31%), is
idle, and 9,600 (43%) is no longer being farmed. As urban expan-
sion continues,agricultural lands in the valley are being con-
verted to other uses such as industrial and commercial developments
or is filled in preparation of such uses or has been purchased for r-
future development and is idle: Most of the proposed site falls
into the latter two categories.
b. Future Land Use Plans
A composite of the currently adopted comprehensive land use plans
of the jurisdictions involved is shown in Figure G. Over' 90
percent of the valley floor in the study area is designated for
industrial development, with the remainder split between agricul-
ture, openspace, and urban commercial and residential development.
The large, contiguous industrial designated area covers approximately
7,600 acres or nearly 12 square miles.
Of this, approximately 1 1/2 square miles or about 13 percent has
been developed for industry and another 8 percent has been filled
and prepared for development. Most of this activity has occurred
in Tukwila to the south and east of Southcenter, and in north Kent ,
including the Boeing Space Center.
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About one-third of the 12 square miles is currently unused -
awaiting development, and one-fourth is devoted to agriculture, about
4,500 acres of remaining agricultural , open, and filled land are
available for industrial development in the valley. The proposed
development lies entirely within this potential industrial land
and represents about 10 percent of the future industrial pot- ,
ential of this portion of the valley,. according to current
composite plans.
The Land Use Map element of the Renton Comprehensive Plan
is included as Figure H. This map. indicates in greater.
detail Renton's adopted land use policy for the valley
since 1965. This Land Use Map was the guiding policy at
the time the Applicant began initial planning for the
Orillia Industrial District.
The City of Renton Planning Department is currently in the process
of revising the Comprehensive Plan for the portion of the Green
River Valley which lies within the jurisdiction, of the City. The
proposed Green River Valley Comprehensive Plan Amendment shows a
manufacturing park designation for most of the proposed project site
and a greenbelt designation for the northwest portion of the site.
The'. area which. the City proposes to designate as 'a greenbelt
corresponds to the 20 acre area the applicant has suggested he will
dedicate to the City when his requested approvals are granted. The
area indicated on the proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment is 80
acres in size, however.
c. Regional Land Use Plans
The Puget Sound ,Governmental Conference has also developed a
generalized land use map for this area. This map is quite general
and designates a substantial portion of the valley floor for in-
dustry, although only about two-thirds as much as do the various
jurisdictions' comprehensive plans. The major difference is in
the more extensive areas that the regional plan designates for
agriculture and openspace.
On the PSGC land use plans some of the project site is designated
as openspace. . The openspace designation is often given to areas .
on an interim basis until future provisions are made.
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ENVIRONMENT
B. BIOPHYSICAL SETTING
1.. Topography, Geomorphology and Recent Geological History
a. Existing Conditions
The project site is located to the east of the Green River within
the. lower Green River Valley floodplain. The site includes the
stream channel for Springbrook Creek, which• is part of an extensive
Oxbow System found in the study area.
The sediments found in the Green River Valley are the result of
thousands of years of flooding and sediment deposition by the
Cedar, The White and the Green River. The White River was diverted.
southward to the Puyallup River and flows on the Cedar and Green
Rivers are controlled by levees and flood control facilities.
Consequently, deposition of new alluvial soils has been halted.
Flood. control activities and the subsequent development which was
made possible have 'resulted in many alterations to the valley flood.
These include: straightening of the Green River ' in' places, con-
struction of levees and drainage ditches, and filling of large
areas in the flood plain.
b. Impact on Topography, Geomorphology and Recent Geologic History
The land fill operation will cover completely the original alluvial
flood plain surface within the Project site. The resulting fill
layer will raise the total surface elevation an average of six
feet and will eliminate topographic variation that was created by
natural river proccess within the Green River meander belt. There
will be incremental topographic changes within the various borrow
source area that will be utilized for fill .
2. Soils
a. Existing Conditions
The soils 'found in the Green River Valley are primarily the result
of two processes which have occurred in recent geologic times:
1) The deposition of sediments by the rivers flowing through the
valley, and; ' 2) the subsequent accumulation of organic matter as
a result of plant growth in bogs and marshes. Juxtaposition of
these two processes is evident by the types and locations of the
soils found on the Project site. Sandy alluvial soils of recent
origin, such as the Newberg and Puyallup series, are found on the
west side of the site, while the highly organic soils, such as
the Seattle and Tukwila series are generally found on the east
side of the site.
Soil series on the project site which have a large organic content
exhibit some special characteristics which greatly influence their
management and use. The wetter areas in which they are found have
generally required installation of a drainage system to enable
cultivation in the past. Some of these soils, under the worst
instances, i .e. high moisture conditions, have not been capable of
adequately supporting very large and heavy equipment currently in
use by modern agriculture. . They frequently, but not always, have
serious phosphate and 'microelement (boron and copper, as examples)
deficiencies. These statements should not be construed to indicate
that these soils have not been and cannot continue to be productive
agricultural soils but they do require a higher level of management
than some other series. Organic soils are uniquely adapted to
certain crops such as onions, carrots and other tuberous vegetable
crops because of the ease of mechanical harvest.
b. Immediate Impacts on Soils
As a result of the proposed actions portions of the Project site
which are not already filled or committed as a green belt will be
filled. The entire site will then be graded to contours appropriate
for initial site preparation. Final grades will be determined by
the needs of the future tenants.
c. Eventual Impacts on Soils
The long-term impact of the ultimate development will be to permanently
commit at least 500 acres of land to use as an industrial complex.
The commitment of land to non-agricultural use and the associated
reduction in potential crop-forage-livestock producing capacity is
irrevocable.
3. Hydrology ,
a. Existing Conditions
Surface runoff in the proposed Project site is presently very slow
owing to the gentle slope and high water table of the area. Structural
developments such as roads, ditches and fill areas. have altered the
natural drainage patterns and this has resulted 'in local ponding of
water.
The main surface drainage course in this area is Springbrook Creek.
Where the stream enters the Project site it has been straightened,
deepened, and vegetation has been removed to facilitate quicker
drainage. Water carried by Springbrook eventually drains into the
old abandoned Black River channel and then into the Green River at
a point about 2 miles north of the site. The Green River flows
about one-fourth of a mile to the west of the site.
Sizeable portions of the site are dominated by wetlands where the
limited depth of the water permits the growth of aquatic vegetation.
On the northwest to north-central portion of the site .is. a large
marsh, which will be preserved as part of the Project plans.
Additional surrounding areas are seasonally flooded. Along the east
of the site is a•wooded swamp. Subsoils in the swamp are water-
logged to at least within a few inches of the surface during the
growing season and it is often covered by as much as a foot of water
during the wet season.
Numerous ponded areas and observations of water flowing in drainage
ditches during relatively dry periods suggest that the water table
is near the surface during most of the year. The high organic
content of the muck and peat increases the water holding capacities
of these soils, thus making the drainage ditches only partially
effective in removal of water.
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b. Immediate Impact on Hydrologic Conditions
Filling and grading of the Project site will alter runoff water
flows from the site in terms of direction and quantity. Currently
runoff from the site is slow due to low gradient slopes, the
relatively large amount of vegetation, and lack of well established
channels with sufficient capacity to handle surface water.
Filling and grading will elevate the base level of the Project site
to the level of surrounding developed lands. On a temporary basis,
drainage from the filled portions of the site will be accommodated
by a system of dikes and underground pipes. The site surface will
be divided by low dikes which will detain surface runoff and allow
sediment to settle out. Water detained within the diked areas will
flow through outlet pipes, directly into drainage ditches which will
carry such flows out of the project area. The size of these pipes
will be designed to control the rate of outflow and prevent erosion
of the ditches.
c. Eventual Impacts on Hydrologic Conditions
Ultimate development of the Project site will involve the construction
of buildings, roadway and parking lots. These impervious surfaces
will increase total runoff water volume and will reduce the time
period when surface runoff peak flow is reached.
Drainage from the site will be accommodated by the proposed SCS
drainage system for the valley. The SCS "P-1". drainage channel
will be constructed along the west side of the site and will
extend generally northward to an existing pumping plant in the old
Black River Channel where drainage waters will be pumped into the
Green River.
Both filling of the site for eventual development and the construction
of the proposed SCS drainage system will alter the hydrologic patterns
of the site. Construction of impervious surfaces will prevent
recharge of groundwater. The low bottom elevation in the P-1 channel
will lower the adjacent water table. Diversion of storm flows to
ditches and storm drain pipes will prevent water from flowing to
present low-lying areas. The net result will probably cause some
drying of existing wetlands. The exact nature and extent of this
impact is not possible to quantify at this time.
4. _ Water Quality and Aquatic Organisms
a. Existing Conditions
Aquatic organisms are important indicators of the quality of an
aquatic environment because the numbers and types of species pre-
sent indicate conditions which have existed for fairly long periods
of time when field sampling over a comparable period of time is
not feasible.
Samples of aquatic organisms were taken from an upstream tributary
of Springbrook Creek, and from Springbrook Creek both before it
enters the site and at a point about 1 mile downstream of the site.
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As would be expected, the stream is in good condition at its head-
waters
but progressively deteriorates as it approaches its terminus.
At the upstream tributary there are a diversity of oxygen loving
aquatic organisms. Downstream there are less diverse types of
organisms, but those types which can tolerate deteriorated water
quality have increased in number.
Although there are no fish counts available for Springbrook Creek,
local residents report catches of occasional game fish. Small
streams which lace the Green River Valley such as Springbrook Creek,
are considered important in terms of game fish because they have
upstream gravel beds and therefore the potential to support game
fish spawning.
b. Immediate Impacts on Water Quality
Filling and grading activities will cause an increase in sediments
carried by surface runoff. This impact will be mitigated by
temporary detention on site of surface runoff to allow for settling.
c. Eventual Impacts on Water Quality
Eventual development of the site for industrial purposes will cause
street surface contaminants (oils, hydrocarbons, nutrients, coli-
form organisms, etc. ) to be washed from paved surfaces.
Briefly, the addition of sediments and street surface contaminants
to natural waters causes eutrophic conditions by increasing available
nutrients along with causing depletion of oxygen. First, oxygen
dissolved in the water is used for the chemical decomposition of
some of these substances. Secondly, other of the substances can
serve as nutrients to stimulate the growth of nuisance species of
algae which eventually die. The decomposition of this algae again
consumes dissolved oxygen. In either case, less dissolved oxygen
is available for other aquatic organisms which are intolerant of low
oxygen conditions. Also, particulate matter washed from construction
sites or paved surfaces may carry toxic material which has adhered to the particles. For example, in the case of the Project site,
fertilizers and pesticides used over a decade ago and which adhered
to the soils at that time will be found in the surface runoff.
Runoff carrying contaminants from the paved and impervious surfaces
which will be constructed at the Project site will have a deleterious
impact on the Green River drainage system which is the ultimate
receptor. Over the long run, the development of the Project site
represents a part of the continuing urbanization of the Green River
Valley. The incremental loss of a wetland or addition of sediments
and street surface contaminants from one project to the aquatic
system may not be significant, rather it is the cumulative effect
of all such projects which add up to an environmental . problem. The
eventual development of nearly 500 acres in Renton will certainly
add a substantial amount of sediment and contaminants as a major
part of the overall incremental valley development. Catch basins
will be used throughout the proposed project and the P-1 channel is
designed to function as a settling basin which should reduce most .of
the suspended contaminants. Dissolved materials, however, will be
placed into the system.
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5. Vegetation
a. Existing Conditions
The Project site is located within the Western Hemlock Zone, which
is the most extensive vegetational zone in western Washington and
Oregon. It is generally recognized that Puget Lowlands sites, such
as the Project site are not typical of this broad vegetational
category, but there is no concensus of opinion as to what the "true
climax" plant community is for this portion of the larger zone.
It is possible that there is in fact no "true climax" plant community
because valley sites are usually disturbed with such frequency that
no one climax community type becomes established for long. Natural
flooding and human activities such as clearing, farming and con-
struction have disrupted vegetation continuously for more than 100
years.
The Project site vegetation has, for the most part, become re-est-
ablished after agricultural activities at the site were halted a
decade ago. Some areas appear to have much older vegetation.
The specific vegetative communities which now occupy the site bear
a direct correlation to the underlying soils. The soils on the west
side are sandy alluvium, derived from glacial outwash. These soils
have low nutritional status and low capacity to hold water, and are
therefore limited in their ability to support vegetation. Other
soils on the site were formed by the deposition of organic water by
plants and support plant communities of far greater interest and
importance. Lastly, the placement of artificial fill over portions
of the site greatly restricts the establishment of significant
vegetational cover of any kind, although herbaceous species may be
found. Plant communities found at the site were divided into two
groups.
NATIVE OR PARA-NATIVE VEGETATION AS A DIRECT
PLANT COMMUNITIES RESULT OF MAN'S ACTION
Creeping Buttercup Pasture
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Cottonwood Homesite and .ornamentals
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Refer to Figure No. I for location of these communities.
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importance. The Soil Conservation Service in conjunction with bio-
logists from the State Department of Game and the U. S. Fish and
Wildlife Service have identified three wetland types on the project
site: 1 ) Along the east side of the site is a wooded swamp, or
sometimes referred to as a forested bog. This area is likely to be
waterlogged to within at least a foot of the surface. Typical plant
representatives include willows, red alder, and western hemlock.
2) To the west of Springbrook Creek and towards the north end of
the site is :a seasonally flooded flat. Typically, flooding can be
expected in late fall , winter or spring but is well drained in the
growing season. Typical plant representatives include smartweed and
other mixes of shrubs. Wetland vegetation may be limited due to
seasonal nature of flooding. 3) Along the north side of the site
is a shallow marsh. Old aerial photos indicate that this wet spot
was much smaller at least ten years ago. Placement of fill and road
construction have divered more water to this depression in recent
years. : Consequently a large marsh has formed and provides a
havitat for many species of migratory waterfowl . A portion of this
marsh will be designated as a green belt by the applicant as
discussed above.
b. Immediate Impact on Vegetation
Except for vegetation associated with the green belt area, most
plant communities present on the site will be lost through filling
and grading except in those few locations where present ground
surface elevations are at the desired level . Original plant
communities are not expected to recover. There will be quick
coverage of the fill areas by herbaceous species and this will
help to mitigate dust problems until such time as the filled areas
are utilized for industrial purposes.
c. ' Eventual Impact on Vegetation
The most significant impact on vegetation will occur immediately
when the developeable portions of the site are covered by fill .
Over the long run, vegetation associated with the. wetland will
change as land around it is filled and the P-1 channel is con-
structed. The saturated soils condition necessary to support the
wetland will be changed due to lowering of the ground water eleva-
tions. Plants presently supported by the wet conditions will be
eventually replaced by species tolerant of drier conditions.
Initially,_ the ponded area will be reduced in size as water drains ,
from it to the "P-l" Channel . There will be die-back of aquatic
species, the extent of which will depend on the amount of and
rate of which the water is drained away. As the soil moisture of
the once wet areas declines, grasses will be established. After
a number of years, willow and red alder can be expected if nothing
is done to retain the moisture in and about the ponded area.
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b. Wildlife
a. Existing Conditions
Mammals
A wide variety of small mammals have been observed on and are
expected to inhabit the Project site because of their relatively
small home range needs in comparison with the relatively large
size of the site. Mammals which were either seen or are expected
to occur as permanent residents or transients include: Marsh shrew,
Townsend mole, Coast mole, Spotted skunk, Striped skunk, Common deer
mouse, Townsend's meadow mouse, Bendire shrew, Red fox, and Short-
tailed weasel , some use of the site by Black tailed deer has been
noted. Some of the above mammals are particularly important be-
cause their distribution is largely confined to the Puget Sound
lowlands. As a result of urbanization, many animal species present
in the Puget Lowland have been disappearing. In some-cases, these
species are replaced by a more adapted species, but often they are
not.
Birds and Aquatic Waterfowl
The Project site is located within the Pacific Migratory Bird
Flyway and because of its relatively undeveloped condition, pro-
, vides habitat for many non-resident birds at various times of- the
year. Some of the birds which have been found on or near the site
include: Mallards, Canvas Back Ducks, Lesser Scaup Duck, American
Coot, Great Blue Heron, Green Neron, Rough-legged Hawk, Screech
Owl , Sparrow Hawk. In addition Pheasant, Quail and Song Birds were.
observed.
Habitat Areas
The plant communities and the habitat provided are major determinants �.
of the types and numbers of birds and mammals which will use a site.
The roject site has .a great number of plant communities, as shown
on the vegetation map, however, some of the plant communities are of
greater importance in terms of bird and wildlife habitat than others.
Two general communities are of particular note:.. The wetland habitat
in the north center of the site; and the Oregon Ash-Willow in the
northeast corner, extending southward to the Willow-Reed-Cattail
community.
The wetland habitat provides a stop over site between Lake Washington
and points farther south in the valley for migratory waterfowl . The
many species of aquatic plants and the contiguous shrubby vegetation
provide both cover and food.
The Oregon Ash-Willow community in the northeast of the site represents
the later stages of succession for a wetland community. It has not
been disrupted as much as other portions of the site, consequently
it provides one of the richest habitats for bird populations and
wildlife to be found. There was evidence of use of this area by Black-
tail Deer and Pheasant.
c. Immediate Impact on Biological Resources
Terrestrial habitat areas will be almost entirely removed. The Song-
bird population will be reduced in total numbers and diversity.
Pheasant populations will be reduced or totally lost. Mammal species,
particularly small mammals, will be effected because of their limited .
home range.
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d. Eventual Impacts on Biological Resources
In order to be consistent with the Renton Comprehensive Plan, a
portion of the wetland in the northwest corner will be retained as
a green belt area. The continued value of this wetland for wild-
life habitat will depend on how its character is influenced by
activities on adjacent land. As mentioned, lowering of immediate
groundwater elevations will have an effect as well as will the
amount :of :surrounding vegetation which can be maintained as cover.
7. Noise
a. Existing. Conditions
General Discussion
Noise is any sound which is undesirable because it interferes with
speech and hearing or is otherwise annoying. The term "environmental
noise", as used by the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, means
the intensity, duration and character of sounds from all sources.
In terms of a simple and practical measurement, environmental noise
means the long-term average sound level (or technically, the
equivalent sound level or LEQ) . Measurements of- long-term .average sound.
levels will not directly exclude very high noise levels of very
short duration, rather, they are reflected in the overall average.
For example, a long-term average of a 60 decibel (dB) sound level
over a 24 hour period might include peak sound levels of 110 dB,
but such an event might be less than 1 second duration.
The following chart gives a range of sound levels produced by common
indoor and outdoor settings :
EQUIVALENT SOUND LEVELS IN DECIBELS
Indoors
SPACE Leq (+)
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Small Store (1-5 clerks) .' 60
Large Store (more than 5 clerks) 65
Small Office (1-2 desks) 58
Medium Office (3-10 desks) 63
Large Office (more than 10 desks) , • • 67
Miscellaneous Business 63.
Residences
Typical movement of people-no TV or radio 40-45
Speech. at 10 feet, normal voice ' . 55
TV listening at 10 feet, no other
activity 55-60
Stero music. 50-70 -
Table saw • 88
Garbage disposal 80
Tavern With Rock Group
At table closest to group 124
At table furthest from group 118
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Space Leq (+)
Rural Field 44
A Small Quiet Suburb 47-52
Typical Suburban 52-58
Urban 58-63
Noisy Urban 63-up
Existing Sources of Noise
For the purpose of assessing present noise conditions road noises
were measured 100 feet from S. W. 43rd Street and the equivalent
sound level over a 24 hour period was found to be approximately
63 db(A) . Daytime noise levels tend to range between 60 and 70 dB(A) ,
while nightime noise levels range between 50 and 60 dB(A) .
Train noises were measured 100 feet from the mainline track and were
found to range between `69 and 89 dB(A) . Noise from trains occurs as
a short-term peak rather than on a constant basis.
There is presently some industrial activity in the area consisting of
a metal scrapping facility. Noise measurements made at the property
line of that plant showed that levels there do not exceed an
equivalent sound level of about 84 dB(A) for short periods of time.
These levels diminish quickly with distance away from the plant.
b. Immediate Impact. on Noise
Initial ground clearing, filling and grading will be the noisiest
activities which will occur on the site. Although fill dirt truck
traffic will be intense for 5 months during each of the first two
years of filling activities. Fill dirt. truck traffic will exit
the' borrow.pit on Carr Road which later becomes S.W. 43rd Street in
Renton, along the south side of the project site. •There is a
hospital , a clinic and a few scattered residences located along the
fill dirt truck route. In addition, several residential streets
adjoin Carr Road. Fill dirt traffic will probably increase the
long-term average noise by 1-2dB(A) levels during the working hour.
However, peak noise levels resulting from truck traffic should not
be higher than that now experienced due to exsiting truck traffic.
Frequency of peak level attainment will increase, but will still
only influence the long-term average noise by the 1-2dB(A) .
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c. Eventual Impact on Noise
Noise Generated By Development
It is difficult to predict at this time exactly what noise levels
will be produced by new industries which will eventually locate on
the site. In addition, how the noise impact is experienced in the
future will depend on specific physical , geographical and human
factors. The proposed project will result in some additional
automobile and train traffic. Over the next 20 years it is expected
that S. W. 43rd Street/S. 180th will be widened to four lanes and
that peak hour traffic volumes will reach 1500 vehicles per hour
with about' a 10 percent truck mix. Noise levels from this source
will be between 65 and 70 dB(A) at up to about 500 feet from the
road. Most of the future uses occurring on the proposed project
site will require rail service,- thus, contributing to increased
rail traffic noise. Typically, a switch engine providing service to
an industrial facility will produce a noise level of 78 - 80 dB(A)
at a distance of 100 feet as it passes through.
Evaluation of Noise
The significance of noise is usually evaluated in terms of compliance
with applicable noise standards usually found in zoning codes and in
terms of subjective community reactions. .
In the case of the proposed project site, however, there are no adjacent
residentially zoned areas which will be affected. The nearest
homes are in the community of Orillia.. These homes are not sensitive
receptors of noise impact for several reasons..; Most of these homes
are located sufficiently for away from the site that construction
noise will not significantly affect them. Also, these properties
are zoned for commercial and industrial uses, so standards regulating'
noise in residentially zoned areas are not applicable. Finally
over the long run most, if not all of these homes will be removed
in the course of construction of improvements to S. W. 43rd Street or
as these' properties are purchased for other purposes. '
The significance of noise generated by Project site users is more
appropriately evaluated in terms of impact on employees at the site.
It is generally known that certain kinds of work are sufficiently
noisey 'to cause damage to hearing and that factory employees often
have poorer hearing sensitivity, than employees with minimal
occupational noise exposure. The length of time of exposure affects
the possibility of hearing damage -- higher sound levels can be.
tolerated for shorter periods of time. Exposure to noise levels
of 85 dBA 'and under are considered to be of negligible risk. How-
ever, the U. S. Department of Labor specifies that exposure to
90 dBA is an allowable level for an 8-hour work day because.of the
high costs of controlling industrial noise down to 85 dBA. Permissable
noise levels for 8 hours or less are given on the next page.
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1rDuration Per Day (Hours) Sound Level (dBA)
8 90
6 92
4 95
3. 97
2 100
1 1/2 . 102
1 105
1/2 110
1/4 or less 115 (Max. )
The anticipated industrial development must comply with new noise
regulations recently promulgated by the. State:
Maximum Environmental Noise Levels (173-60 WAC) effective September 1 ,
1975, and Motor Vehicle Noise Performance Standards (173-62 WAC)
effective July 1 , 1975.
8. Meteorology
Data for Seattle-Tacoma Airport can be considered indicative of the
site meteorology because of its proximity. Data from the Puget Sound
Air Pollution Control Agency shows the winds in the Southcenter area
come predominantly from the north or south .to south-southwest. It is
thought that the north-south orientation of the green River Valley
tends to channel the winds.
During extended pollutant build-up periods (eight hours to several
days) polluted air masses move up and down the valley under a channeled
flow regime. Under these conditions, background pollutant concentra-
tions can increase significantly, especially under a northerly flow
which brings in air from urban Seattle.
The efficiency of pollutant dispersion is related to atmospheric stabi-
lity. Cold air drainage down the Green River Valley gives rise to h
pronounced periods of stability (inversions) which will thus lead to
low pollution dispersion rates during these periods.
Strength and direction of the mean wind will also influence dispersion.
The urban areas of Seattle and Tacoma lie to the north and south
respectively. Northerly or southerly winds will introduce pollutants
from these areas into the Green River Valley as well as carrying these
pollutants in the opposite direction when the winds change. .
The following Figure J is a windrose for a nearby station maintained
by the Puget Sound Air Pollution Control Agency:
9. Air Quality
a. .Existing. Conditions
Existing air quality can best. be summarized by the air monitoring
stations in the vicinity_ operated by the. Puget Sound Air Pollution
Control Agency. Data from neighboring stations was obtained and
the following conclusions can be drawn:
The current air quality in the project area is good for some pol-
lutants, marginal ,for others. The carbon monoxide levels will reach
a 4 pa'rts per million (ppm) background level with "worst case"
conditions, which is well below the 8 hour standard of 9 ppm and the
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1 hour tandard of 35 ppm. Particulate levels averaging about
50 ug/m are within the annual standard and are not likely to be
exceeded on a 24-hour sample basis. Sulfur oxides are violating the
1-hour standards on occasions. Oxidant levels on the surrounding
hills are approaching the standards and could pose a potential
problem in the Green River Valley because of the tendency for
pollutants to accumulate under stagnant weather conditions. This is
also true for oxides of nitrogen concentrations.
b. Immediate Impact on Air Quality
During the construction phase of the Project there are expected to
. be temporary impacts on air pollution levels. Earth-moving equipment
is expected to emit vehicular pollutants as they move about preparing
the site. However, the concentrations of the primary vehicular
emissions from this equipment are expected to be appreciably lower
than the levels expected under "worst case" conditions.
This equipment can also be expected to raise dust (particulate
matter) during dry weather. Effective maintenance and operation
procedures on use of equipment at the construction site and appro-
priate treatment of the grounds in adjacent areas can keep the dust
generated from construction activities within acceptable limits and
will not create particulate standards violations.
c. Eventual Impact;on Air Quality
As the eventual result of development of the site, air quality will
be affected by both stationary and non-stationary sources.
Inasmuch as the specific industries which will be attracted to the
site are unknown, it is not possible to project the probable impact
on air quality. However, in .spite of compliance with applicable
air quality standards, it is likely that future industries will
cause some degradation of air quality.
The impact on air quality due to vehicular traffic using the site
can be estimated with greater certainty than for stationary sources.
The emissions due to motor vehicles, as the primary source of air
pollution from the proposed project are estimated for both the
present and future years to 1990. Models were utilized to obtain
estimates of the concentrations of the primary vehicular pollutants
under "worst case" meteorological and emission conditions. The
concentrations obtained were then compared with the present ambient
air standards and existing background data to determine
the impact on the surrounding environment., The effect of federal
regulations on reducing automobile exhaust emissions was also
included.
Since the rate of development on the property is currently unknown
the number of future vehicle movements is also unknown. However,
estimates can be made for the maximum number of movements which
can be tolerated and still keep the carbon monoxide concentrations
within the air quality standards when "worst case" meteorological
conditions occur.
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There i.s .a distance of approximately one mile between real potential
perimeter roads for the project site. Assuming traffic counts
comparable to S. W. 43rd Street on both the north and south
boundaries of the project it is estimated that the localized con-
tributions using a line source model at the downwind edge is about
0.4 ppm (0.4 mg/m3) . This results in a total background contribution
of 5' mg/m3, one-half of the maximum under 8-hour carbon monoxide
standard.
Using emission data compiled by the Environmental Protection Agency
in an area source model , the following table was developed to show
the maximum allowable vehicle movements necessary to comply with the
eight-hour carbon monoxide standards in the proposed project with
high atmospheric stability and a meter per second wind speed.
NUMBER OF VEHICLES
Average Maximum
Year Hourly Eight-Hour
1975 1620 . . 12,975
1976 . 1920 15,400
1977 . 2250 17,975
1978 2620 20,925
1979. 3130 25,025
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1980 3650 29,200
1985 •' 44go 35,950
1990 584o 46,725
These totals assume •a background concentration of 5 mg/m3 which
will remain at that level through 1990.
Note that in the above table, the number of vehicles increase slowly
with increasing time. This is accounted for by the introduction
of the newer controlled emission vehicles, as required by federal
regulations, and projected reductions in emissions.
The number of vehicle movements required to exceed the standards
are stated. only for "worst case" very high stability meteorological
conditions. The number of occurrences related to the one-hour
"worst case" conditions and the associated carbon monoxide standard
may happen for short periods any time of the year. In effect,
under the meteorological conditions conducive to the declaration
of an air stagnation advisory, there is a probability that the '
eight-hour carbon monoxide standard will be exceeded if the vehicle
movements in the above table are exceeded each hour in the year
indicated. Air stagnation advisories usually occur from three to
si,x times annually, generally in the late fall and winter months.
These advisories usually run 24 .to 72 hours and can extend to120 hours.
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10. Traffic
a. Existing Transportation System
Existing transportation facilities serving the area are shown in
Figure K. The major freeways (Interstate 5, Interstate 405 and
State Route 167) are shown as well as arterials adjacent to the
site. These include East Valley Road and West Valley Road, adjacent
to the east and west sides respectively. East-west arterials
include S. W. 43rd Street bordering the south side of the project
site, and South .Grady Way to the north. S. W. 43rd Street
is two lanes in width (approximately,20;:feet) with no curbs or
paved shoulders, and consists of a deteriorating Portland cement
concrete surface.
Traffic signals exist at the intersection of 43rd Street and
West Valley Road. Additional installations, are proposed for East
Valley Road and two intermediate intersections.
Traffic Conditions
Figure K indicates existing 1974 traffic volumes for Average
Daily Traffic and Peak Hour Volume and direction, in the immediate
vicinity' of the proposed projects.
The directional flow and peaking characteristics at the 43rd
Street/East Valley Road intersection are a, result of the freeway
ramps connecting to the latter facility.
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In the "East Valley Traffic Study", the 1969 level of service at
the intersections of 43rd Street with East and West Valley Roads
was observed to experience 95% or greater utilization during peak .-
periods. Similar results were verified for the purposes of this
study.
The section of 43rd Street between the two main intersections is
operating at level of service of under 75% utilization capacity.
The major capacity restraint in the present roadway is the rail-
road crossing.
Trip Generation
It is possible to anticipate a range of traffic volume which will
ultimately be generated based both on data from local studies in
facilities which are similar to the proposed uses.
Generally, the type of industrial usage is more critical than
regional vehicle usage as an index for industrial trip. generation.
A broad range of trip generation factors are possible •depending
on the proportion of office and industrial uses. In general ,
offices generate more trips per unit area than warehouses or fac-
tories. Another factor affecting trip generation is the size of
the concern. Larger firms generally have a lower generation rate
per employee. Based on a consideration of these factors and the
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factor selected for the proposed industrial development is
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rail facilities were not available, trip rates would be higher
than in cases of rail accessed industries. The selected trip
generation factor of 100 is therefore somewhat lower than that
which would have been used if no spur tracks were planned for the
project area.
The selected peak hour percentage of daily generated traffic is
17%, and is assumed to occur concurrently with the peak hour
traffic on the adjacent street system.
The percentage of trucks in the industrial related traffic is
assumed to be 17%.
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b. Immediate Impact on Traffic
Fill from the King County borrow site must be removed with two years.
This site will supply 1 .7 million cubic yards of the 2.6 million
cubic yards necessary to fill the site. Fill is generally hauled
during the dry season, between May and September (5 months) . The
average capacity of a fill dirt truck is 10 cubic yards. Consequently,
•� in order to move the fill from the King County site within the
allotted 2, years, as many as 850 fill dirt truck trips per day may
be necessary from May through September which is more than the one-
' half of. the.present average daily traffic volume. .
It can be anticipated that the remaining required fill will be hauled
as surplus material from nearby construction sites become available
or as the project marketing and development time table requires
purchase and import of fill from commercial borrow sites. Impact on
traffic brought about by the import of this remaining fill will be
less than that of the initial two year fill period. Fill dirt truck
trips will be spread out over the total period of development. As
development proceeds, implementation of planned. improvements to
streets and arterials will reduce congestion from fill truck move-
ments.
c. Eventual Impact on Traffic
Project Traffic
Based on traffic generated by similar industrial facilities else-
where, the total traffic projected for the site upon full develop-
ment will be as follows:
PROJECTED. TRAFFIC
FROM TOTAL SITE
Total weedkay trips 49,050
Percentage of trucks . . 17% '
Passenger car equivalent 2 '
Average Daily Traffic 57,380
Peak Hour percentage 17%
Peak Hour Volume 9,750
Peak Hour arrival/departure _ 9,360
Peak Hour departure/arrival 390
Trip Distribution '
Based upon the assumption that_a freeway is a preferred route for
a longer trip, it may be deduced that a high percentage of the
industry traffic will use freeways to reach its destinations. A
reasonable estimate of the proportion of industrial traffic using
the freeway network is 60%..
S. W. 43rd Street is the primary east-west access to existing
industrial development, and also provides indirect access to free-
way interchanges for traffic destined for all directions. East
Valley Road and Oaksdale Street are primary north-south accesses
but lack continuity northward, thus limiting their utility. Anti-
cipated trip distribution is as follows :
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TRIP DISTRIBUTION
Trip Distribution
Freeway - total 60%
East-West ( I-405) 20%
North-South -. subtotal 40%
1-5 20%
SR 167 20%
Arterial Streets - total 40%
East-West 15%
North-South 25%
The previous section dealt with the anticipated traffic in terms
of volumes and directional orientation of the traffic. The broader
implications of this traffic for the transportation network as a
whole a.re considered in this section.
Impact to Transportation Network
The traffic impact due to the proposed industrial facilities is
massive. The projected arterial street volumes in Figure L far
exceed the ability of these streets to carry traffic. Under ideal
conditions, each of these four-lane arterials could handle 1 ,500
vehicles per lane between intersections, but only about 650 vehicles
per lane at .intersections. It is recalled that both East and West
Valley Roads are presently congested and that planned improvements
are intended only to alleviate the congestion caused by existing
traffic: volumes.
Freeway System
A far more serious problem is the lack of residual capacity in the
adjacent freeway system. . Even if nearby arterials were improved
to sufficient capacity, the majority of the traffic would only be
directed onto the inadequate freeway system. This is the most
critical implication of development in the area. Any further
development will have an adverse affect on the presently over-
loaded freeway system.
The traffic generated by the proposed development would require
half the capacity of a freeway lane (1 ,000' vph) "on each of the '
freeways in the area. Such capacity may be available only on the
Valley Freeway (South of 43rd Street) . 1-5, to the north, may also
have the requisite capacity, only because traffic generated by the
development will tend to be in the opposite direction as the major
peak hour flow on that route. 1-5 to the south will not be able
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to accept more than limited additional traffic without adversely
affecting the level of service. However, alternative, routes such
as the Valley Freeway are available. Thus, the most critical
problem is 1-405 to the northeast.
Arterial Street System
The projected volumes on the arterial street are unacceptable as
indicated by the unrestrained assignment projected in Figure L.
In reality, should traffi'cdemand approach these dimensions,
alternative routes would be used increasingly. Most of this
traffic would be attempting to reach the freeway system, and would
most likely fill to capacity all the available arterial, collector,
and local streets leading to freeway interchanges. "Circuitous
travel would result, aggrevating congestion and resulting in major
safety and environmental problems.
S. W. 43rd Street
43rd Street is currently being over-utilized as an access street,
interfering with through traffic, and generating excessive turning
movements at intersections and access points. These existing
problems will be remedied by proposed improvements to S. W. 43rd
Street by the Cities of Renton and Kent.
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ALTERNATIVES
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C. IMPACTS OF ALTERNATIVE PROJECTS
1 : No-Action or Continuation of the Existing Trends
Preservation of the site in its present condition would not result in
the maximum economic return from the land either in terms of its development
• potential or in terms of utilization of the soil resource.
plant communities would continue to mature and evolve through their
characteristic stages of plant succession. Wildlife would continue to
use the site. Wetland areas contained within the site could expand
even further if drainage from surrounding areas continues to be
diverted towards the site.
2. Non-Fill Alternatives
If the area were to be again used for agricultural purposes, the exist-
ing vegetational cover would have to be removed. However, to the ex-
tent that the soils resources remain intact, this natural resource
would be preserved.
Soils, such as those found on the site are considered very good for
agricultural purposes, but subject to limitations of flooding and high
water tables. Agriculture can be made technically viable by providing
an adequate drainage scheme. ' '
Use, of the site for agricultural purposes is made difficult because
portions of the site have already been filled, and it may not be
economical to farm the remaining segments. '
3. Fill Alternatives
All alternatives involving filling in order to bring ground level above
the water table and create a suitable foundation for construction would
be substantially similar in impact as with the proposed project.
Options regarding soils, vegetation, and wildlife will no longer be avail-
able once the land is committed to industrial use.
4. Schedule .Alternatives .
Modification to the impacts that will be experienced with filling the
site could be accomplished by delaying importation of' fill material
until specific site development is eminent. This would allow retention
of presently functioning habitat for a longer time and would leave open
• the option of implementing other land use alternatives such as purchase
of the better habitat areas within the project site for preservation as
green belt. •
The negative effects of such modifications to the Project fill program
would lie with the resulting influence of Project feasibility. The
applicant suggests that feasibility of the project would be very much
in question if it were not possible to utilize both the King County '
borrow site within the imposed two-year limitation and also surplus fill
material from area construction sites as it becomes available. If the
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Project were to become unfeasible, the project site would be disposed
of by the applicant through the most expedient means available to him.
This would probably result in sale of the land on an incremental basis
and subsequent piecemeal development of this land. It remains a matter
of conjecture as to whether or not the resulting impacts of incremental
development would be greater or lesser than with a single-owner develop-
ment program as proposed with the Project.
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i.
SHORT-TERM USES AND
LONG-TERM PRODUCTIVITY
COMMITMENT OF RESOURCES
D. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOCAL SHORT-TERM USES AND MAINTENANCE AND ENHANCEMENT
OF LONG-TERM PRODUCTIVITY
The relationship between local short-term uses and maintenance and enhance-
ment of long-term productivity is a relationship that can best be brought
out by considering the justification for the proposed actions in light of
the potential impact on the natural and social environments.
According to the present zoning, land use planning decisions as well as
current economic realities and the surrounding land uses, the highest econ-
omic use of the Project site are the plans proposed by the developer. The
site is situated in the lower Green-Duwamish River Valley, which is evolving
as an industrial-distribution center and which has long served as a trans-
portation corridor. The site is ideally situated in the region to most
efficiently use existing transportation systems such as the Ports of Tacoma,
and Seattle, the surface transportation network and is in close proximity
to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
E. IRREVERSIBLE AND IRRETRIEVABLE COMMITMENTS OF RESOURCES
The preliminary commitment to the modification of the topography and surface
soils conditions of the site was made when agricultural use of the site was
abandoned approximately 10 years ago and when fill was placed over portions
of the site at various times since then. Portions of the site which were
filled sufficiently long age now support herbaceous and shrubby vegetational
�,► cover. Placement of the fill has modified the hydrological characteristics
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of the site with the result that unfilled portions of the site have surface
water impoundments which serve as valuable wetland habitat for waterfowl .
Consequently, although the site is characterized by prime agriculture soils
(subject to high water table limitations) , ' much of this soil resource has
been covered by fill or recent accumulations, of impounded water. Thus, the
irreversible commitment of the natural resources inherent •to' the site must
be considered, in .light of historical man-made alterations.
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REPORTED BY OTHER AUTHORS
I TO BE IN OR NEAR THE PROPOSED PROJECT (16)
Common Name. Scientific Name
Canvasback Duck Aythya valisneria
Lesser Scaup Duck Aythya affinis
Ruddy Duck Oxyura jamaicensis
American Coot Fulica americana
Common Snipe Capella gallinago
Glaucous-winged Gul Larusglausescens
Common Crow Corvus brachyrhynchos
Song Sparrow Melospize melodic
,,. American Widgeon Mareca americana
/ Shoveler. Spatula clypeata
Pintail Anas acuta
Scaup Aythya affinis
, Bufflehead Bucephala albeola
Great Blue Heron ✓ . Ardea herodias
Green Heron f Butorides virescens
Wood Duck Aix sponsa
Pigeon Hawk./ Falco columbarius
Killdeer Charadrius vociferus
Spotted Sandpiper Actitis macularia
-, Bonaparte's Gull Larus philadelphia
Rock Dove Columba livia
Mourning Dove Zenaidura macroura
Hairy Woodpecker Dendrocopos villosus
Western Flycatcher Empidonax difficilis
Western Wood. Peewee Contopus soridulus
Violet-green Swallow Tachycineta thalassina
Tree Swallow Iridoprocne bicolor
Black-capped Chickadee Parus atricapillus
1 Common Bushtit Psaltriparus minimus `
Cedar Waxwing Bombycilla cedrorum
Black-throated. Gray Warbler Dendroica nigrescens
Yellowthroat Geothylpis trichas
House Sparrow Passer domesticus
Brewer's Blackbird Euphagus cyanocephalus
Oregon Junco " Junco oreganus
Rufous-sided Towhee • "Pipilo erythrophthalmus
Savannah Sparrow Passerculus sandwichenis
Fox Sparrow Passerella iliaca -
Rough-legged Hawk "� Buteo lagopus
Sparrow Hawk '1 Falco sparverius
Ruffled Grouse Bonasa umbellus .
Screech Owl ✓ Otus asio
Short-eared Owl 's Asio flammeus
Common Nighthawk • • " Chorde i l es minor
Rufous Hummingbird Selasphorus rufus
ii Red-shafted Flicker Olaptes cafer
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker Sphyrapicus varius
Rough-winged Swallow Stelgidopteryxruficollis
Red-breasted Nuthatch Sitta canadensis
House Wren Troglodytes aedon
Swainson's Thrush Hylocichla ustulata
Golden-crowned Kinglet Regulus satraps
Ruby-crowned Kinglet Regulus calendula .
Water Pipit Anthus spinoletta
Red-eyed Vireo Vireo olivaceus
Warbling Vireo Vireo gilvus
Orange-crowned Warbler Vermivora celata
Nashville Warbler Vermivora ruficapilla
Yellow Warbler Dendroica petechia
'Myrtle Warbler Dendroica coronata
Bullock's Oriole Icterus bullockii
Brown-headed Cowbird Molothrus ater
Black-headed Grosbeak Pheucticus melanocephalus
Pine Siskin Spinus pinus
Oregon Junco ' ' Junco oreganus
Golden-crowned Sparrow Zonotrichia artricapilla
Lapland .Longspur Calcarius lapponicus
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ANIMAL TRAP DATA
FOR .
SEPTEMBER 27 THRU 30, 1974
LOCATION: SE 1/4 of NW 1/4 of NW 1/4 of Section 30 -
No. of 27 Sept. ' 74 28 Sept. '74 29 Sept. '74 30 Sept. '74
Trips
Berry Community and Vicinity: 1)
Outside along and near, 4 OK 1 T, 2 bd 1 p. 1 bd, 1 slug .
abandoned house maniculatos
2 traps
missing* *
1 T, 1 bd
Inside abandoned house 3 1 T 2) 2 T, 1 bd 2. traps OK*
missing:; .. - -
1 bd
Shrub area south of 3 OK 1- T 2 T 1 T
abandoned house .
1st set in/near 12 1 T 2 2. 4 T, 2 p.
Blackberry system maniculatus 2 bd maniculatus
1 T
2nd set in/near 9 . OK 3 T, 2 bd 2 T, 1 bd 1 . p.
Blackberry System maniculatus
2 bd
Trail 6 OK 1 p. 3 T, 2 bd 1
P•
maniculatus maniculatus
2 T, 2 bd
Trap vandalism occurred during evening of September 28 or morning of September 29.
Oregon Ash and Willow Community
1st log 3 OK . OK OK 1 T
Decomposing log 4 OK 1 bd - OK OK
Bittersweet covered log 5 OK 1 bd 1 s.. vagrans 1 p. maniculatt
South area 3 1 bd OK . - 1 T OK
Southeast area 7 OK 1 bd OK 1 s. vagrans
near Dogwood
Stump 7 1 bd 1 bd 1 s. vagrans OK
' Creeping Buttercup 3 OK OK OK OK
Bittersweet/Dogwood 3 OK OK OK - 1 s. vagrans
Mound site 6 1 T OK 1 p. 3 bd
maniculatus
Trail to northeast 4 OK OK 1 bd 1 T, 3 bd
Y
Summary of 320 trap nights:
Berry Community and vicinity
42 T, 18 bd, 8 p. maniculatus
Oregon Ash and Willow Community
5 T, 13 bd, 2 p. maniculatus, 4 s. vagrans
1) Species captured
Peromyscus maniculatus (Wagner) - P. maniculatus
White-footed Mouse or Deer Mouse
Sorex vagrans (Baird) - S. vagrans
Wandering Shrew
Identification based on key of Cowan and Guiguet ( ) .
2) Abbreviations include:
bd = bait disturbed
T = trap .
OK = trap not disturbed
3) Bait consisted of a mixture of granola and peanut butter.
Victor traps were used.
ANIMAL TRAP DATA
FOR
SEPTEMBER 4 THRU 8, 1974
LOCATION N. W. 1/4 of N.E. 1/4 of Section 36
Mixed Shrub Community:
1) 9/5 •
9/6 9/7 9/8 "
Group No. 1 OK 2) 1 bd 2 bd OK
Group No. 2 OK 2 bd. 1 bd OK
Berry Community
9/5 9/6 9/7li\-)1 \
9/8
Group No. 1 1 T 1 slug 2 bd. 2bd..
juvenile
P. maniculatus
Group No. 2 1 T P. maniculatus 3) 1. bd 5 bd
Fill Community
9/5 9/6 9/7 9/8
r
Group No. 1 . 1 bd OK P. maniculatus 1 bd, 2 T
Group No. 2 OK 2 T 1 T, 1 bd 1 T
Summary of .144 trap nights
Mixed Shrub Community: 6 bd
Berry Community: 10 bd, 2 T, 1 slug, 1 Peromyscus maniculatus (white-footed Mouse)
1 juvenile Peromyscus maniculatus (white-footed Mouse)
!/--- Fill Community: 3 bd, 6 T, 1 Peromyscus maniculatus (white-footed Mouse)
1 ) Trap groups consist of 6 traps set in an area approximately 8 to 10 feet in
diameter. Victor Mousetraps were used. Bait consisted of'a mixture of Granola
and peanut butter. '
2) Abbreviations include: bd = bait disturbed
' T = trap tripped
/I
OK = traps undisturbed
ANIMAL TRAP DATA
i FOR
SEPTEMBER 17 THRU 21 , 1974
LOCATION S. E. 1/4 of N. E. 1/4 of Section 25
Mixed Shrub Community
1) 9/18* 9/19 9/20 9/21
Group No. 1 Oil 2) 1 slug 1 bd 1 bd
Group No: 2 2 bd, 1 slug 5-bd 2 bd 1 bd, l. slug
Group No. 3 OK - 3 traps 1 bd, 1-T OK 1 bd
shot
Group No. 4 Traps gone
Group No. 5 OK OK OK 1 slug
Group No. 6 Traps gone
Group No. 7 Traps gone - reset PM OK 1 bd
*Trap vandalism occurred either late evening of the 17th of September or
early morning of the 18th.
Cottonwood. Community
9/18 9/19 9/20 9/21
Group No. 1 OK OK 1 bd 2 bd
Group No. 2 OK OK 1 T OK
Group No. 3 OK 2 bd 1 T, (1) 2 bd, (1)
Group No. 4 OK 3 bd, (1) 1 T 1 bd
Group No. 5 OK OK 1 . bd, (1) 1 T, (1) (1)
Group No. 6 OK 1 bd 1 bd 1 bd
Group No. 7 OK 2 bd 1 T 1 bd
Summary of 392 trap nights
Mixed Shrub Community: 15 bd, 1 T, 4 slugs
Cottonwood Community: 18 bd, 5 T, 6 Sorex vagrans (Wandering Shrew) 3)
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ANIMAL TRAP DATA cont.
1 ) Trap groups consist of 8 traps set in an area approximately 8 to 10 feet
in diameter. Victor mouse traps were used. Bait consisted of a mixture
of granola and peanut butter.
2) Abbreviations include: bd = bait disturbed
T = trap tripped
OK = trap undisturbed
3) Classification based on Cowan and Guiguet ( ) .
Sorex vagrans Baird
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NOISE APPENDIX
1 . Instrumentation
The basic acoustical measurement system used for acquiring the noise data
reported here is shown in Figures Al and A2. That part of the system used
for acquiring the noise recordings in the field is shown in Figure Al while
the laboratory processing of those recordings was done with the system shown
in Figure A2. In addition to the basic system shown in the two figures the
following instruments were used during the measurements: _
B & K Microphone Type 413 and Windscreen
B & K Sound Calibrator Type 4230
Wind Velocity Meter
Sling Psychrometer
Rolatape Measure Master
Tripod
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The Type 4133 microphone and windscreen were fitted to the DA100 sound level
meter during measurements and the entire system was electrically and
acoustically calibrated end-to-end with the Type 4230 Calibrator that
produces an acoustic signal of 94 decibels' at 1000 Hz.
During all recordings the DA100 was used in the A-weighted, "SLOW" mode cor-
responding to the Type 1 standards of ANSI S1 .4 (1971 ) . The digital and
analog output signals from the DA100 sound level meter were recorded on
magnetic tape via the DA126 Tape Interface the Sony TC126 Magnetic Tape,
Recorder.
In the laboratory, these signals were reproduced by the TC126 and the DA600
Tape-Computer interface. All actual calculations were performed with the ,
WANG Laboratories Model 600-14-TP.
2. Criteria
In general , the concerns that create noise criteria are those affecting the
health and welfare of local residents and possibly workers in industrial or
commercial situations. The concerns are for possible hearing damage risk,
quality. of speech communications and possible sleep interference. ,
For residents, all of these criteria are valid. For persons in commercial
and industrial areas only the first two are of concern.
Although none of the property involved in the project is zoned for
residential use, there are a number of residences around SW 43 Street. In
addition, there are local and Federal standards and guidelines that must be
considered. These are also listed in this appendix.
Hearing
Although there is considerable controversy over the present Federal
industrial standard '(Reference 4) continuous noise levels of 90 dB(A) are
permitted for periods of up to 8 hours. Clearly, the present project '
presents no problem at that level in the residential areas. However, noise
levels in excess of 90 dB(A) are expected on and near the job site. On the
, other hand, the EPA in Reference 5 has proposed a 70 dB(A) value for
consideration of hearing loss when exposure is continuous over a 24-hour
period.
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A summary of sound levels recommended by EPA are shown in Table 12.(_) Note
that the levels shown there contain a 5 dB(A) "safety factor" and "Note d"
referring to the industrial situations , i .e. , those situations involving an
8-hour exposure. It is not expected that the EPA criteria for residential
areas will be exceeded by the project.
Speech
Figure _ prepresents a simplified and generalized relationship between noise
level , talker-to-listener distance and speech communication quality. The
types of noises referred to in Figure are steady noises whereas the noise
of traffic and construction is of an intermittent, interrupted nature. This
aspect of noise was considered by the EPA in developing the sound level
criteria, of which was previously given. There the criteria would be an LDN
of 55 dB(A) for outdoor activity and an LEQ(24) of 70 dB(A) .
Sleep.
The general research data on sleep effects is considerably more difficult to
interpret. Figure represents a summary of the best known present data on
the relation between—noise levels and percent awakenings. At the 50 percent
response level , persons are awakened at levels of noise ranging from about
35 dB(A) to about 85 dB(A) indoors. There is at least a 10 dB(A) reduction
in noise level due to attenuation of the structures. With windows closed
than can be as high as 25 dB(A) reduction for normal housing. Using 15
dB(A) as a rule-of-thumb average this means that 50 percent of the people
will be awakened at outdoor levels ranging from 50 dB(A) to 100 dB(A)
depending on level of sleep. From Figure it is seen that indoor levels of
about 55 dB(A) keep people from going to sleep. Again, this translates to
about 70 dB(A) outdoors .
3. Noise Ordinances, Criteria and Guidelines
Local
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The City of Kent and King County currently have no noise ordinance. The
City of Renton has a noise ordinance applicable to M-P zones that is
reproduced below:
City of Renton, Washington
4-730.040 Standards of Performance. The following standards of performance
shall be conformed to:
1 . Noise:
(a) Maximum allowable nighttime levels. The sound pressure level
of noise radiated from any activity located in the M-P District shall
not exceed the decibel values given in the following table in any
frequency band during the hours between eight P.M. (8:00) and seven
A.M. (7:00) in any residential district.
Frequency band in Sound Pressure
cycles/second in dB re 0.0002 microbar
Below 75 72
75-150 59
150-300 52
300-600 46
600-1200 42
1200-2400 39
2400-4800 34
above 4800 32
(b) Maximum allowable daytime levels. Noise originating from and
due to normal daytime activities in the M-P District shall conform to
the levels shown in the foregoing table at least ninety per cent (90%)
of the time between the hours of seven A.M. (7:00) and eight P.M. (8:00)
(c) Exceptions. None of the foregoing provisions shall apply to
noises resulting from the operation of motor vehicles. Other
expections are the occasional infrequent situations arising out of
research and development work carried out in the M-P District; the
temporary construction earth-moving, road-building and related
activities necessary to development, improvement and maintenance of
manufacturing part facilities , which shall be limited to the hours
between seven A.M. (7:00) and eight P.M. (8:00) and noises incident
to operations in areas surrounding airport, heliport, or landing
field where such areas come under the M-P District.
(Consultants Note: The noise ordinance octave-band levels are equivalent
to 50 dB(A) .
State -.
The State of Washington has no noise low but legislation has been passed
requiring the Department of Ecology to begin development of noise control
rules.
Recommended by the EPA Federal Guidelines and Criteria
The design noise levels recommened by the EPA must be considered. These are
reproduced in summary from here in Table 13. The only categories of land
use in Table _ that are applicable to the present project are. B and C.
Category B levels would be applicable to exterior residential noise levels
while Category C would be applicable to most other uses of developed lands.
The recommended limit values shown in Table _ are in terms of L10, the
noise level that is exceeded ten percent of the time. In many situations,
such as with road traffic, it is numerically nearly equal to the value of
LEQ. .
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Although a thorough study relating construction noise levels to subjective
descriptors of annoyance (acceptable, unacceptable) has not been
accomplished, a provisional interpretation in such terms can be suggested .
On the basis of an evaluation of domestic and foreign social surveys and
psycho-acoustic studies, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has ' ,
adopted a set of "guideline criteria" for outdoor noise levels in
residential areas as shown in Figure 7. (_) According to this chart, the
community noise situation is evaluated by comparing a measured distribution
of A-weighted levels with the criteria curves. The situation is categorized
by the region of least desirability penetrated by the actual noise
distribution. since this criteria is based on level distributions, the
boundaries between regions of acceptability may be defined in terms of the
average equivalent noise level (LEQ) . Thus , the following descriptors of
LEQ values may be used in conjunction with the above criteria in
interpreting the site noise levels used in the remainder of the noise
discussion with the body of this report.
Clearly Acceptable: The noise exposure is such LEQ less than 49 dB(A)
that both the indoor and outdoor environments
are pleasant.
Normally Acceptable: The noise exposure is great LEQ between 49 and 62 dB(A)
enough to be of some concern but common building
constructions will make the indoor environment
acceptable, even for sleeping quarters, and the
outdoor environment will be reasonably pleasant
for recreation and play.
Normally Unacceptable: . The noise exposure is LEQ between 62 and 76 dB(A)
significantly more severe so that unusual and
costly building constructions are necessary to
ensure some tranquility indoors, and barriers
must be erected between the site and prominent
noise sources to make the outdoor environment -
tolerable.
Clearly Unacceptable: The noise exposure at the LEQ greater than 76 dB(A)
site is 'so severe that the construction costs to
make the indoor environment acceptable would be
prohibitive and the outdoor environment would
still be intolerable.
It must be emphasized that these particular HUD criteria have.not been officially
or unofficially adopted by HUD or any other Government agency. They are presented
to enable the reader to interpret the noise levels presented in this report.
However, they are comparable to the values recommended by EPA and FHWA.
LONG-RANGE NOISE REDUCTION METHODS
1 . Plant planning
a. Selection of equipments
b. Location of equipments within the plant
c. Location of plant with respect to the community
c. Building attenuation
2. Control at the source
a. Maintain dynamic balance
b. Minimize rotational speed
c. Decouple the driving force
d. Reduce velocity of fluid flow
e. Reduce turbulence
f. Use directionality of source
3. Control of the transmitted noise
a. Vibration isolate the source
b. Enclose the source
c. Absorb sound within the room
4. Control of radiated noise
a. Increase mass
b. Increase stiffness
c. Shift resonant frequencies
d. Add damping
e. Reduce surface area
f. Perforate the surface
g. Use reactive or dissipative mufflers
. SOURCE OF NOISE AND METHODS OF NOISE REDUCTION
FOR PROCESS PLANT EQUIPMENT
Equipment Source of Noise Method of Noise Reduction
Heaters Combustion at Burners Acoustic Plenum', Seals Around
Control Rods and Over Sight Holes
Inspiration of Premix Air Intake Silencer
at Burners
Draft Fans Intake Silencer or Acoustic Plenum
Ducts Lagging
Motors Cooling Air Fan Intake Silencer, Unidirectional Fan
Cooling System Absorbent Duct Liners
Mechanical and Electrical Enclosure
Airfin Coolers Fan Decrease rpm. (Increasing Pitch)
r Tip and Hub Seals
Increase Number of Blades**
Decrease Static Pressure Drop**
Add More Fin Tubes**
Speed Changer Belts in Place of Gears
Motors Quiet Motor, Slower Motor
Fan Shroud Streamline Air Flow
Stiffening and Damping (Reducing
Vibration)
Compressors Discharge Piping and Inline Silencer and/or Lagging
Expansion Joint
Antisurge Bypass Use Quiet Valves and Enlarge and
Streamline Piping** .
Lag Values and Piping
Inline Silencers
Intake Piping and Suction Lagging
Drum
Air Intake Silencer
Discharge to Air • . Silencer
Timing Gears (Axial) Enclosure (or Constrained Damping
on Case)
Silencers on Intake and Discharge
and Lagging
Speed Changers Enclosure (or Constrained Damping on
Case)
* If Oil-Fired, Provide for Drainage of Oil Leaks and Inspection. Omit Liner where
Drips Collect.
Usually Limited to Replacement Items +on New Facilities.
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Equipment Source of Noise Method of Noise Reduction
Engines Exhaust Silencer (Muffler)
Air Intake Silencer
Cooling Fan Enclosure Intake or Discharge or Both
Use Quieter Fan
Miscellaneous Turbine Steam Discharge Silencer
Air and Steam Vents Use Quiet Valve
Silencer
Educators Lagging
Piping Limit Velocities
Avoid Abrupt Changes in Size and
Direction
Lagging
Valves Limit Pressure Drop and Velocities
Limit Mass Flow '
Use Constant Velocity or Other Quiet
Valves
Divide Pressure Drop
Size Adequately for Total Flow
Size for. Control Range
Pumps Enclosure
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Institute for Environmental Studies
112 Sieg Hall , FR-40
November 25, 1974
Ms. Llewellyn Mathews ,
Wilsey & Ham, Inc.
681 Strander Boulevard
Tukwila, Washington 98188
Dear Llewellyn:
I am writing this letter in regards to potential archeological resources that would
be directly impacted by construction activities associated with Burlington Northern's
Glacier Park Project. A thorough search of our King County site survey records in-
dicates an absence of any known archeological sites within the impact area: It
should be noted; however, that this particular area has not been the focus of any
previous systematic archeological reconnaissance.
Based upon the above information and at your urging, this office recently conducted
a preliminary survey of the project area. While the dense nature of existing vege-
tation coupled with extensive ponding precluded direct inspection of surfaces, the
nature of previous land-use activities in itself allows us to make certain prelimi-
• nary recommendations. Areas of extensive land filling to the north of existing
South 180th Street would have already disrupted any archeological resources in those
areas. The remainder of the project area has seen substantially less modification
_` (except for previous farming activities) , and may therefore still bear evidence of
aboriginal occupation. To insure that any significant archeological information is
not irretrievable lost, it is our recommendation that an archeologist be present
ri during initial clearing and grubbing operations to monitor the area as the project
proceeds. In the event that any archeological material were uncovered, their nature
and referential _ relationships could be recovered.
1 I "In closing, I would like to express our appreciation for your expressed concern in
the area of archeological resource assessment. In this era of increased environmental .
awareness it is indeed encouraging to find those who have a similar awareness of the
-7 non-renewable nature of this nation's heritage. We look forward to assisting you on
this and other projects in the future.
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DRAFT
ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT
STATEMENT
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DRILLIA
INDUSTRIAL
DISTRICT
LOCATED IN RENTON/TUKWILA, WASHINGTON
PURSUANT TO THE
WASHINGTON STATE
ENVIRONMENTAL
POLICY ACT OF 1971
• RCW 43.21.
CITY OF RENTON
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
This document has been prepared by Wilsey & Ham, Inc. , Consultarrs for
Glacier Park Company, a subsidiary of the Burling Northern Railroad in
conjunction with and under the direction of the City of Renton Planning
Department. Its intended purpose is to describe the environmental effects
that will result from administrative actions proposed to be undertaken by
the City in granting rezone approvals and permitting grading and filling
activities with regard to proposed development of the Orillia Industrial
District by the Glacier Park Company. This document will be distributed
for review and comment as prescribed by the State Environmental Policy
Act of 1971 and will subsequently be the basis for the City's Final
Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed administrative actions.
Filling and grading activities will be undertaken by the Glacier Park Company
upon receipt of City approvals and will have direct and visible effects on the
environment. These direct effects are addressed in this report as "immediate"
environmental impacts of the City's proposed actions. The future development
of the Orillia site to industrial uses which are allowable under existing and
requested industrial zone classifications will also have significant effects
on the environment and these are herein described as the "eventual" environ-
mental impacts of the City'.s proposed actions,. . :
Much of the technical information supporting this document has been provided
by the Glacier Park Company in the form of a comprehensive environmental
assessment of their proposed development. The assessment has provided the
data and analysis necessary to support the conclusions made in this report.
Those reviewers who require detailed background data are referred to the
City of Renton Planning Department, where the environmental assessment is
on file.
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SUMMARY
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Date: , 1975
Nature of This Report:
Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Sponsor: City of Renton
Planning Department
Contact: James L. Magstadt
Type of Proposed Action:
The City of Renton proposes to perform administrative processing of requests by
the Glacier Park Company (hereinafter referred to as the Applicant) for
permits to fill and grade. These requests involve property in Southwest
Renton, commonly known as the Orillia Industrial District (hereinafter re-
ferred to as the Project) . A portion of the Project lies within the corporate
limits of the City of Tukwila and is not addressed by this report.
Justification for the Proposed Actions : -
The proposed actions are in conformance with the City's legally established
administrative policies and procedures. The Applicant's requests have been
submitted in the prescribed format.
Official Title of the Proposed Action:
• Special Permit to Fill and Grade
• Grading License
Summary of Impacts to the Environment:
1 . Topography, Geomorphology, and Soil Resources
Site preparation will involve filling and grading of the subject site
and these activities will constitute changes to the topography. The
potential agricultural productivity of prime agricultural soils will
be foregone as a result of filling and eventual use of the site for more
intensive uses. 137 acres have been previously filled in recent years
leaving a balance of 457 acres to be filled within the City of Renton
corporate limits. The associated reduction in crop-forage-livestock
producing capacity is irrevocable.
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2. Hydrology and Water Quality
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Surface runoff water from the Project site during and after placement
of fill will contain an increased load of sediment compared to- present
conditions. Runoff carrying sediment will be controlled
by limiting filling and grading activities to the dry season and by pro-
viding
temporary retention of runoff water within the project site.
Subsequent to filling and grading, it can be anticipated that ultimate
industrial development of the site will increase the total runoff water
volume and street-surface contaminants will be introduced, further
affecting water quality.
3. Vegetation
Although an extensive vegetational cover exists over much of the site,
only selected areas are representative of the plant communities which
existed prior to man's intervention. Past changes to the site include
use for agricultural purposes and extensive filling. Since the time of
these activities, plant communities have become considerably re-established.
Elsewhere bog communities and relatively thick forested areas exist.
Grading and filling resulting from the proposed action will involve the
covering of all vegetation except where the land surface presently exists at
elevations of 18 feet above mean sea level or higher. Vegetation will not
be disturbed on the portion of the project site to be dedicated to the
City as a greenbelt.
4. Wildlife
Plant communities on the project site support significant bird and mammal
populations. There are widely diverse plant communities on this site
and large amount of "edge habitat" is found between the vegetational types.
Edge habitats, as a general rule are productive in terms of animal popula-
tions. Filling and grading will result in the removal of wildlife habitat,
except in the green belt area.
The Project site represents one of the few remaining undeveloped properties
in the lower Green-Duwamish River valley within the City of Renton.
Many of the species of animals which were known to be present in the
Puget Sound lowland have been disappearing as urbanization proceeds. Some
of the disappearing species are replaced by others which can better adapt
to altered habitats resulting from man 's activities. Activities result-
ing from the proposed action will promote a continuation of this regional
trend.
5. Noise
The noise resulting from the filling and grading operation can be
controlled at acceptable levels by adhering to simple noise control pro-
cedures. As a result, noise from construction equipment per se should
not be greater than that of many vehicles now using S.W. 43rd Street and
Valley Freeway.
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Noise impacts resulting from the anticipated ultimate development will
be related to the cumulative effects of a variety of new land uses
that will occur in the area including the expansion of existing tran-
sportation facilities. Existing noise sources already in the vicinity,
will , for the most part, overshadow noise resulting from new land uses.
6. Air Quality
Filling and grading activities resulting from the proposed action will
temporarily increase dust in the vicinity of the site.
Subsequent to filling and grading, anticipated ultimate development
will result in some degradation of air quality although there will
be compliance with all applicable air quality regulations.
7. Traffic
The initial_ filling operation will require transport of approximately
60% of the needed fill material from a location outside of the City
of Renton in King County (about 3 miles southeast of the site) . Fill
truck traffic from this borrow site will occur over a period of two
years. The balance of the fill material will come from an undeter-
mined number of additional sources. Impact from importing the remaining
fill material is expected to be less than during the initial two years
since import will occur over the entire period of Project development.
It is aniticpated that, upon full development, the project site will
generate approximately 50,000 trips per day. This traffic will be
distributed on the nearby freeways and arterials towards urban centers
roughly in proportion to the population concentrations. The existing
transportation network (both freeways and arterials) will probably
require improvements to accommodate such increases in traffic.
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TABLE
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
SUMMARY
Page
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A. THE PROPOSED ACTION 1
1 . Type of Action 1
2. Location 1
3. Anticipated Permits, Approvals and Reviews 3
4. Development Resulting From the Proposed Actions 3
5. Timing of the Proposed Development 13
6. Proposed Methods of Financing and Financial Sponsors 14
7. Historical Background and Planning and Policy Decisions 14
Relating to Flood Control
8. Historical Background and Local Policy Decisions 14
Relating to Wetlands
9. Past Planning and Policy Decisions Relating to Land Use 16
B. BIOPHYSICAL SETTING 20
1 . Topography, Geomorphology and Recent Geological History 20
2. Soils 20
3. Hydrology 21
4. Water Quality and Aquatic Organisms 22
5. Vegetation 24
6. Wildlife 27
7. Noise 28
8. Meteorology 31
9. Air Quality 31
10. Traffic 35
C. ALTERNATIVES 42
1 . No-Action or Continuation of the Existing Trends 42
2. Non-Fill Alternatives 42
3. Fill Alternatives 42
D. SHORT-TERM USES AND LONG-TERM PRODUCTIVITY 44
E. COMMITMENT OF RESOURCES 44
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A. THE PROPOSED. ACTION
1 . Type of Action
The City of Renton proposes to perform administrative processing
of a request by the Glacier Park Company (hereafter referred to as
the Applicant) for permits to fill and and grade.
This request involves property in Southwest Renton commonly known
as the Orillia Industrial District (hereafter referred to as the
Project) .
2. Location and Background (See Figure A)
The proposed project site is located in the lower Green River Valley
and lies primarily within the jurisdiction of Renton but also includes
a small portion of Tukwila on the west side. S.W. 43rd Street/S. 180th
Street forms the south boundary of the site as well as• serving as the.
jurisdictional boundary between Renton and Kent. The other boundaries
of the project site are formed by the East Valley Highway on the east
side; • Longacres Racetrack, the Shell property, the Mobil Oil tank farm
and the Golden Grain Macaroni Company, on the north side; the Union
Pacific, the Milwaukee Road and the Burlington Northern mainline. tracks
on the west side and; the Sternoff Metals property on the southwest
corner. '
The immediate vicinity of the project site can be characterized by a
combination of rapidly developing industrial lands , open space or
agricultural lands , with-a few scattered residences. The project itself
is large (approximately 594 acres) and is one of the largest tracts of
undeveloped land under one ownership in this portion of the valley. In
addition, the small unincorporated community of Orillia is located to
the southwest of the site on the boundaries of Renton, Kent, and Tukwila.
Portions of the land upon which the industrial development is to be
located have been recently cultivated and other portions have been
filled and graded. Most of the site has been cleared at one time or
another, however-, some areas have returned to a heavily vegetated
condition (See Biophysical Description) . •
The Renton portion of the project site is part of a larger area
annexed to Renton by Ordinance No. 1745 on April 14, _ 1959• This
annexation was amended twice by Ordinance No. . 1764 on May 27, 1959,
and Ordinance No. 1928 on December 22, 1961 .
Upon annexation, the area was zoned "G", General Classification
District, by the City of Renton. "The purpose and object of this .
e classification is to regulate the use of land and generally
undeveloped areas not otherwise zoned following annexation, so
as .to prevent the uncontrolled and scattered intrusion of business ,
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industrial and similar uses which would be in conflict or incom-
patible with existing or planned future land uses , and which would
constitute nonconforming intrusions into areas best suited for
protected residential uses."
Subsequently on December 24, 1969, portions of the east and south
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Existing zoning is shown on Figure B.
The Tukwila portion was annexed on February 17, 1958, by Ordinance
No. 257 and was zoned M-1 , Light Industry, by Ordinance No. 289
on September 21 , 1959.
3. Anticipated Permits, Approvals, and Reviews
a. The Proposed Actions
The Applicant desires to fill and grade some 457 acres of the
Project site which remain unfilled. In order to do so, the
Applicant must comply with the Renton Mining, Excavation and
Grading Ordinance (Chapter 23, Title IV [Building Regulations]
of Ordinance No. 1628 known as "Code of General Ordinances of
the City of Renton")
The Renton Mining, Excavation and Grading Ordinance requires
the Applicant to secure both a special permit to fill and
grade from the Planning Commission and an annual license to
operate under the ordinance from the Planning and Public Works
Departments. The granting of a special permit and annual
license by these City agencies are the proposed actions to be
M undertaken by the City of Renton and as such, are the subject
of this report .
Procedures for compliance with the ordinance require that
prospective applicants submit a Master Plan, a Grading Plan
and Drainage Plan. The Master Plan for development must in-
clude the following elements: land use, circulation, railroad
service, public and private utilities, existing factors limiting
development. This information has been prepared and submitted
by the Applicant.
4. Development Resulting From the Proposed Actions
The proposed actions will result in the immediate filling and grading
of the Project site. Subsequent to the proposed actions, it is
anticipated that the site will eventually be developed for industrial
use.
a. Immediate Development (Filling and Grading)
Most of the Project site will require grading and filling for con-
struction ana flood control purposes. The Applicant will initially
grade the site to approximate elevations only. Subsequently, the
purchaser of any property can be expected to regrade within his
own area as required by the building or other construction to be
installed on the site. Since this will vary with every purchaser
and every site, and since it is not possible to anticipate the future
requirements or construction, no attempt will be made to meet any
future building grades in the initial filling and grading operation.
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An elevation of approximately 17 feet above mean sea level
will be maintained where it is anticipated railroad tracks will
be located. Street grades generally vary from elevation 15.8
to elevation 17.0. This will divert all storm runoff away from
the tracks and prevent any ponding in these areas. Establishing
the railroad tracks at elevation 17 feet will require a floor
elevation for loading docks to service the railroad at approxi- •
mately elevation 20.75 feet. In general , most sites will
probably require additional fill above the elevation shown on
the grading plan in order to meet future building levels:
Depending on the types of buildings to be constructed, excess
soil surcharge material may be placed temporarily on individual
sites to induce settlement and provide site stability sufficient
to enable building construction. to proceed.
Fill material for the initial fill and grading which will be
undertaken by the Applicant will be obtained from a Glacier
Park Company owned borrow site in unincorporated King County.
In order to, take advantage of this currently available source
of fill , removal will have to be accomplished by October 15, 1977,
due to limitations imposed by King County.
The King County borrow site will provide approximately 60%
of the fill required for the Project site. The balance will
be obtained from other sources. In particular, the Applicant
will actively seek out sources of fill material that become
available as surplus excavation from nearby construction sites.
The Applicant expects several thousand cubic yards to be made
available in this manner annually at a cost much below that
to obtain_ the same material from commercial borrow pit
sources. If the Applicant experiences a market demand for
industrial sites which exceeds the rate at which fill material
is available as surplus from other construction sites, the
necessary material will be purchased and imported from nearby
commercial borrow sites. '
Placement of fill will conform with general. City safety require-
ments' regarding hours of operation and removal of debris from .
the route between the various sources and the fill area.
The King County borrow site is located just above the valley
about 1 mile to the southeast. Operation and rehabilitation
of this borrow site will be in conformance with requirements
established_ by King County.
These requirements include the following:'.
• . A plan for rehabilitation or reforestation of the
borrow site.
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• , Adequate buffering of the borrow site..
• A cut slope limitation of 2H: IV.
d An overall site east-west grade limitation of 6%.
•' A limitation in the hours of haul operation from
between 7:30. AM to 4:00 PM, weekdays only.
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The Applicant is also required to meet with, the King County
Grading Technical Committee to work out methods of reducing
impact of the Hauling operation on the community which may
include requiring the use of the most current technology
for noise suppression on trucks, loaders and other grading
equipment and devising measures for removal of trackage from
the trucks before entering Carr Road. Carr Road is to be
swept. and washed if necessary and the material is not to be
washed into stream channels of residential gardens.
The planned phasing of the fill operation is indicated on
Figure C. Quantities of fill required for each phase are the
following: ' .
Phase 1 1 ,000,000 cubic yards
2 , ' 1 ,056,500 cubic yards .
3 36,600 cubic yards
4 171 ,500 cubic yards '
5 352,000 cubic yards .
On a temporary basis, drainage from the filled portions of the
site will be accommodated by a system. of earth berms and under-
ground pipes. The site will be divided into separate segments
by low. earth berms which will detain surface runoff water with-
in each segment. This will enable much of the sediment which
may be carried by surface runoff flows to settle out before the
storm water enters drainage ditches and is subsequently carried
to the Green River drainage system. Underground outfall pipes
from each segment will be adjusted at the upper intake end to
allow water to pond before entering the pipe, thus providing - .
time to settle out sediments and prevent erosion from overland
sheet flows of runoff water. The cross-section below details
the generalized fill program components described above. ''
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The developable portions of the Project site will be utilized for
rail oriented industrial uses. As shown in the site plans (see
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are planned fo.r the east and south margins , and more intensive
uses requiring larger sites will be concentrated in the center.
It should be noted that although a distinction between small lot -
low, intensity uses and large lot - high .intensity uses is intended
at the present stage of project planning, ultimate lot sizes will
reflect the individual needs of prospective tenants and owners.
A 23-acre parcel in the southeast corner of the site at the Inter-
section of East Valley Highway and S.W. 43rd Street/ S. 180th Street
could be utilized for convenience and retail shopping:
About. 49 acres of the Project site will serve as right-of-way for
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U.S. Soil Conservation Service, (SCS) .
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A portion of the Project site will be set aside as green
belt to serve as a wildlife preserve. The exact size of
the green belt has not been determined. The Applicant has
indicated a willingness to dedicate 20 acres to the City for
this purpose. During recent deliberations by the Renton '►
Planning Commission involving proposed modifications to the
Comprehensive Plan, it has been suggested that an area totaling
80 acres be designated as green belt at this location.
c. Access
Design Objectives
- Location of small lot, less intensive manufacturing park uses
and commercial uses along S.W. 43rd and East Valley Highway.
- Location of large lot more intensive industrial uses towards
center of site.
- Free and ready access to freeways.
- Rail service primarily along the back lot lines in order to
minimize conflicts between rail and street traffic.
- Routing of through traffic to specific arterials rather than
through industrial development areas.
Description of Proposed Layout .+
Fixed. .Streets: On the Site Plan, Figure D, both fixed (heavy lines) t
and non-fixed (broken lines) internal roads are shown.
Oaksdale Avneue S.W. and Lind Avenue S.W. are shown as fixed
streets and they provide connection with major arterials to the
north and the south. These fixed streets provide the basis for
the layout of the entire industrial tract, and it is anticipated
that all main utility lines and most of the internal traffic flow
will follow these fixed streets. Initial development will occur
along these fixed streets as well as the existing arterials.
It. is anticipated that Oaksdale Avenue will be improved and will
provide continuity northward for traffic heading i.n that direction.
Oaksdale Avenue willbe located as shown as it passes through the.
site, however, the off-site route as it proceeds northward has
not yet been determined.
Non-Fixed Streets: The locations of the non-fixed streets may be
shifted to meet the desires of locating industries and may reflect
property lines as development progresses. The over-all pattern
should remain basically as laid out. The, right-of-way should
allow sufficient space for the placement and maintenance of all
utilities within the right-of-way limits. It is deemed desirable
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that through traffic (not traffic that originates or terminates
in the industrial area) should be routed around the industrial
area and not through it. The street system as laid out accom-
plishes this , and yet is flexible enough to fit within the city
street system of Renton.
d. Utilities and Public Facilities (Refer to Figure E)
Fire Protection
Several fire stations are located in the vicinity of the site. The
two closest are the newly opened Tukwila station to the west and
the Andover Industrial Park and a King County station about a mile
and a half to the east. A new station is proposed for the
vicinity of the Project site to be built at some unknown time
in the future. A recent bond issue to fund this station did
not receive voter approval . The locations of the existing
fire, stations are shown on the previously given figure. There
is a mutual response agreement between the involved departments,
and adequate protection should be available for the proposed
site.
Water,
The site is currently served by the Renton water system. Renton
has a 12-inch main along the East Valley Highway and a 12-inch
main along S.W. 43rd Street/S. 180th Street. A project is now under
construction for a 16-inch and 24-inch main south along Lind Avenue -
S.W. to 29th Street, with a connection eastward to the East Valley
Highway main. Future plans include an extension of the 24-inch
Lind Avenue main to 43rd Street and a 24-inch line to connect this
main with the proposed Talbot Hill Reservoir up the hill to the
east. , No definite schedule has been set for completion of these
facilities, but the City indicates that the intention is to keep up
with the demand for service created by development i.n the area.
Tukwila currently has a 10-inch main along the west edge of West
Valley Highway in the vicinity of the site. As development
occurs in the 80-acre portion of the site which is in Tukwila,
the two cities will have to decide which system will serve this
area. No specific discussion on this matter has yet taken place.
Sanitary Sewer
A major Metro sewer interceptor runs northward through the site
and directly into the Renton treatment plant. These facilities
are adequate to handle the proposed development and anticipated
future development in the vicinity.
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e. Drainage
Drainage plans for the site are ultimately dependent on the timing -
and eventual construction of the drainage system for the valley
as proposed by the Soil Conservation Service. In the interim, or
in the eventuality the SCS drainage project is not approved and
constructed, temporary drainage plans for the Project site have
been developed.
Temporary Small Drainage Ditches
Preceding the SCS drainage project, drainage will be accomplished
using a series of temporary small drainage ditches which will
connect with Springbrook Creek and the point where the creek be-
comes the Drainage District No. 1 ditch. Large areas will be
bounded by drainage ditches and 1-foot berms. Water contained
within areas served by the drainage ditches will drain into the
ditches via 8-inch pipes. This system will retard surface runoff
water for a period of time sufficient to allow settling of silts ,
and to reduce the peak runoff to an acceptable level . This ap-
proach will satisfy the King County Division of Hydraulics design
requirements for a 25 year storm.
Construction of the SCS "P-1" Channel
Another solution for providing a drainage system prior to the
construction and operation of the SCS drainage project involved
constructing the SCS "P-1" Channel along the west side of the project
site at the initiative of the applicant. Drainage from the
developable areas would be collected in this segment of the "P-I"
Channel , which would be connected to the Drainage District No.
ditch. As with the proposed approach, the existing drainage ditch
would be used to carry runoff water until such time as its function
is replaced by the "P-1" Channel . If this later approach were pursued,
then the material excavated from the proposed ' "P-1 " .Channel right-
of-way could be used for non-structural fill or possibly to some
extent, for landscaped areas. A soils investigation has shown that
these soils, which are organic •in nature,. are largely unsuitable
for structural fill . Acceptable uses for the material excavated
from the "P-1 " Channel right-of-way might include use as fill under-
lying parking lots. Final drainage plans for the ultimate develop-
ment will meet with City of Renton requirements for storm water
retention and oil/water separation.
5. Timing of the Proposed Development
If the King County borrow site is to be utilized, placement of the
fill must be accomplished within two years (by October 15, 1977) as
specified by the King County requirements applicable to the borrow
site. The balance of the fill will be imported over the life of
the project development.
Subsequent to the placement of fill and initial site preparation
activities, specific areas will be developed generally in sequence
described in the previous section on access and, utilities. The timing
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of the development of specific areas will remain flexible in order
to meet the needs of prospective tenants and owners. Development
will proceed over as much as a 25 year span. The reader should
consider the discussion of impact in light of this fact. Many of
the anticipated environmental effects related to industrial
development will occur over this period of time.
6. Proposed Methods of Financing and Financial Sponsors
The commercial and industrial development of the Project site, occurring
as a consequence of the proposed action , will be financed with private
capital . A number of facilities such as utilities and roads servicing
the area involve the expenditure of public funds. For example, major
arterials will presumably be accomplished in concert with city partici-
pation in order to obtain U.S. Economic Development Administration
funds, etc. Also the construction of the proposed SCS drainage
project will involve expenditure of local and federal funds.
7. Historical Background and Planning and Policy Decisions Relating to
Flood Control
Flood control on the Green River has been accomplished by the construction
of levees on the river and the construction of the Howard Hanson Dam in
1962 about 40 miles upstream. In addition, future drainage is expected
to be accomplished by the U.S. Soil Conservation Service (SCS) in
cooperation with the local cities sponsoring the project.
Plans for the future drainage project were completed in the 1960's by
the SCS in conjunction with the Green River Flood Control Zone District
(administered by King County) . The drainage system will be comprised
of a network of channels and large capacity pumping plants in the valley.
During storm periods interior valley drainage will be pumped into the.
Green River at several locations. The largest pump plant (3000 cfs
capacity) is located approximately 1 1/2 miles north of the project site.
This plant is designed to handle a 10-year storm without any back-up of
water and a hundred year storm with some channel and holding pond capacity .
utilized. For urban lands in this area, a fill elevation of 15 feet (14
feet plus 1 foot freeboard) is considered necessary by the SCS for ade-
quate flood protection from the hundred year flood.
Design criteria for the SCS project assume that 89% of incoming precipi -
tation runs off and enters their drainage system. Eighty-nine percent
(89%) is a common factor used for urban runoff situations . In effect ,
SCS has designed the system to be compatible with the uses of the land
proposed for the Orillia Industrial Park.
8. Historical Background. and Local Policy Decisions Relating to Wetlands
The Soil Conservation Service (SCS) has proposed a drainage system for
the Green River Valley, which, if approved will allow for the drainage
necessary to accomplish the additional development of much land in
the Green River Valley. The Project site for the proposed Orillia
Industrial Park is within the area which will benefit from the drainage
scheme proposed by SCS.
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It is anticipated by SCS that many Green River Valley wetlands will
be drained as a result of the proposed drainage project.
The wetlands in the valley have been mapped as part of the SCS Draft
Environmental Impact Statement, according to designations established
by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Several of these wetland types
occur on the project site, see Biophysical Section.
To compensate for the loss in wetland habitat area, the Green River
Flood Control Zone district in conjunction with the SCS required that
jurisdictions benefiting from the drainage project agree with certain
provisions. The Renton City Council adopted these provisions by
council resolution on June 12, 1974. The provisions have a direct
bearing on the proposed project and are as follows :
"The sponsoring local organizations. will :
1 . Purchase in title or perpetual easement and maintain in
public control during the life of the projects at least 110
acres of suitable wetland habitat at locations approved by
the SCS and the Washington State Department of Game.
2. In granting commercial-industrial development permits with
the Green River Flood Control Zone District require:
a) A landscape development plan that will provide
reasonable consideration for wildlife and aesthetic
values (environmental quality) for the area planned for
buildings and parking lots ;
b) A significant portion (not less than two percent) of the
land involved be designated and commerce-industry
managed for the life of the project to produce wildlife
habitat for species best suited to site, conditions, and
location;
c) All land not needed or used for other purposes , be planned
and managed for wildlife open-space until such time as it
is utilized in additional developments.
3. With Soil Conservation Service assistance, preserve or
replace existing wildlife habitat along affected channels .
4. With Soil Conservation Service assistance, provide fish passage
through structural measures where deemed necessary by the
Service and the Washington State Department of Fisheries.
5. Adopt and enforce a land use plan (policy) consistent with
the regional land use policy of the Puget Sound Governmental
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tion before Public Law 566 funds are expended on any part of
an inter-dependent system."
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9. Past Planning and Policy Decisions Relating to Land Use
The proposed project site is situated in the lower Green River Valley
and because of its location and size, decisions relating to its deve-
lopment must be viewed within the context of existing uses as well as i
local and regional land use plans. Accordingly, in this section, .land
use trends and policies are examined, for an area which includes the
portion of the Green River Valley between central Kent to the south,
central Renton - to the northeast, and the north end of Tukwila- - 'to
the northwest.
a. Existing Land Use
Figure F shows the general land use patterns in a Green River
Valley regional context. The predominant uses in the valley.
floor are agriculture and openspace, unused land. Industrial
development is the third most prevalent use, followed by filled
land being prepared for development, and land used for commercial
and retail activities. There is also scattered residential develop-
ment in the valley, although most residential uses are• located on
the plateaus to the east and west', or concentrated in Kent to the
south or Renton and Tukwila to the north.
The area" shown on Figure F includes. about half of the prime agri-
cultural soils in the lower Green River Valley. Of the total area
within the Green River Valley about 22,150 acres of Class II and
III. soils of which 5,600 (26%) is being farmed, 6,950 (31%) is
idle, and 9,600 (43%) is no longer being farmed. As urban expan-
sion continues,agricultural lands in the valley are being con-
verted to other uses such as industrial and commercial developments
or is filled in preparation of such uses or has been purchased for. * -
future development and is idle. Most of the proposed site falls
into the latter two categories. '
b. Future Land "Use .Plans '
A composite of the currently adopted comprehensive land use plans .
of the jurisdictions involved is shown in Figure G. ' Over' 90
percent of the valley floor in the study area is designated for '
industrial development, with the remainder split between agricul-
ture, openspace, and urban commercial and residential development.
The large, contiguous industrial designated area covers approximately
7,600 acres or nearly 12 square miles.
Of this, approximately 1 1/2 square miles or about 13 percent has
been developed for industry and another 8 percent has been 'filled
and prepared for development. Most of this activity has occurred
in Tukwila to the south and east of Southcenter, and in north Kent
including the Boeing Space Center. '
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awaiting development, and one-fourth is devoted to agriculture, about
4,500 acres of remaining agricultural , open, and filled land are
available for industrial development in the valley. The proposed
development lies entirely within this potential industrial land
and represents about 10 percent of the future industrial pot-
ential of this portion of the valley, according to current.
composite plans.
The Land Use Map element of the Renton Comprehensive Plan
is included as Figure H. This map indicates in greater
detail Renton's adopted land use policy for the valley
since 1965. This Land Use Map was the guiding policy at
the time the Applicant began initial planning for the
Orillia Industrial District.
The City of Renton Planning Department is currently in the process
of revising the Comprehensive Plan for the portion of the Green
River Valley which lies within the jurisdiction of the City. The
proposed Green River Valley Comprehensive Plan Amendment shows a
manufacturing park designation for most of the proposed project site
and a greenbelt designation for the northwest portion of the site.
The area which the City proposes to designate as a greenbelt
corresponds to the 20 acre area the applicant has suggested he will
dedicate to the City when his requested approvals are granted. The
area indicated on the proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment is 80
acres in size, however.
c. Regional Land Use Plans
The Puget Sound Governmental Conference has also developed a
generalized land use map for this area. This map is quite general
and designates a substantial portion of the valley floor for in-
dustry, although only about two-thirds as much as do the various
jurisdictions' comprehensive plans. The major difference is in
the more extensive areas that the regional plan designates for
agriculture and openspace.
On the PSGC land use plans some of the project site is designated
as openspace. The openspace designation is often given to areas
on an interim basis until future provisions are made.
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BIO-PHYSICAL
ENVIRONMENT
B. BIOPHYSICAL SETTING
1.. Topography, Geomorphology and Recent Geological History
a. Existing Conditions
The project site is located to the east of the Green River within
the lower Green River Valley floodplain. The site ,includes the
stream channel for Springbrook Creek, which is part of an extensive
Oxbow System found in the study area.
The sediments found in the Green River Valley are the result of
thousands of years of flooding and sediment deposition by the
Cedar, The White and the Green River. The White River was diverted
southward to the Puyallup River and flows on the Cedar and Green
Rivers are controlled by levees and flood control facilities.
Consequently, deposition of new alluvial soils has been halted.
Flood control activities and the subsequent development which was
made possible have resulted in many alterations to the valley flood.
These include: straightening of the Green River in places, con-
struction of levees and drainage ditches, and filling of large
areas in the flood plain.
b. Impact on Topography, Geomorphology and Recent Geologic History
The land fill operation will cover completely the original alluvial
flood plain surface within the Project site. The resulting fill
layer will raise the total surface elevation an average of six
feet and will eliminate topographic variation that was created by
natural river proccess within the Green River meander belt. There
will be incremental topographic changes within the various borrow
source area that will be utilized for fill .
2. Soils
a. Existing Conditions
The soils found in the Green River Valley are primarily the result
of two processes which have occurred in recent geologic times:
1) The deposition of sediments by the rivers flowing through the,
valley, and; 2) the subsequent accumulation of organic matter as
a result of plant growth in bogs and marshes: Juxtaposition of
these two processes is evident by the types and locations of the
soils found on the Project site. Sandy alluvial soils of recent
origin, such as the Newberg and Puyallup series, are found on the
west side of the site, while the highly organic soils, such as
the Seattle and Tukwila series are generally found on the east
side of the site.
Soil series on the project site which have a large organic content
exhibit some special characteristics which greatly influence their
management and use. The wetter areas in which they are found have
generally required installation of a drainage system to enable
cultivation in the past. Some of these soils, under the worst
instances, i .e. high moisture conditions, have not been capable of
adequately supporting very large and heavy equipment currently in.
use by modern agriculture. . They frequently, but not always, have
serious phosphate and microelement (boron and copper, as examples)
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deficiencies. These statements should not be construed to indicate
that these soils have not been and cannot continue to be productive
agricultural soils but they do require a higher level of management than some other series. Organic soils are uniquely adapted to
certain crops such as onions, carrots and other tuberous vegetable
crops because of the ease of mechanical harvest.
b. Immediate Impacts on Soils
As a result of the proposed actions portions of the Project site
which are not already filled or committed as a green belt will be
filled. The entire site will then be graded to contours appropriate
for initial site preparation. Final grades will be determined by
the needs of the future tenants.
c. Eventual Impacts on Soils
The long-term impact of the ultimate development will be to permanently
commit at least 50.0 acres of land to use as an industrial complex.
The commitment of land to non-agricultural use and the associated
reduction in potential crop-forage-livestock producing capacity is
irrevocable.
3. Hydrology
a. Existing Conditions
Surface runoff in the proposed Project site is presently very slow
owing to the gentle slope and high water table of the area. Structural
developments such as roads, ditches and fill areas have altered the
natural drainage patterns and this has resulted in local ponding of
water.
The main surface drainage course in this area is Springbrook Creek.
Where the stream enters the Project site it has been straightened,
deepened, and vegetation has been removed to facilitate quicker
drainage. Water carried by Springbrook eventually drains into the
old abandoned Black River channel and then into the Green River at
a point about 2 miles north of the site. The Green River. flows
about one-fourth of a mile to the west of the site.
Sizeable portions of the site are dominated by wetlands where the
limited. depth of the water permits the growth of aquatic vegetation.
On the northwest to north-central portion of the site is a large
marsh, which will be preserved as part of the Project plans.
Additional surrounding areas are seasonally flooded. Along the east
of the site is a wooded swamp. Subsoils in the swamp are water-
logged to at least within a few inches of the surface during the
growing season and it is often covered by as much as a foot of water
during the wet season.
Numerous ponded areas and observations of water flowing in drainage
ditches during relatively dry periods suggest that the water table
is near the surface during most of the year. The high organic
content of the muck and peat increases the water holding capacities
of these soils, thus making the drainage ditches only partially
effective 'in removal of water.
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b. Immediate Impact on Hydrologic Conditions
Filling and grading of the Project site will alter runoff water
flows from the site in terms of direction and quantity. Currently
runoff from the site is slow due to low gradient. slopes, the
relatively large amount of vegetation, and lack of well established
channels with sufficient capacity to handle surface water.
Filling and grading will elevate the base level of the Project site
to the level of surrounding developed lands. On a temporary basis,
drainage from the filled portions of the site will be accommodated
by a system of dikes and underground pipes. The site surface wil-1
be divided by low dikes which will detain surface runoff and allow
sediment to. settle out. Water detained within the diked areaswill
flow through outlet pipes, directly into drainage ditches which will
carry such flows out of the project area. The size of these pipes
will be designed to control the rate of outflow and prevent erosion
of the ditches.
c. Eventual Impacts on HydrologicConditions
Ultimate development of the Project site will involve the construction
of buildings, roadway and parking lots. These impervious surfaces
will increase total runoff water volume and will reduce the time
period when surface runoff peak flow is reached.
Drainage from the site will be accommodated by the proposed SCS
drainage system for the valley. The SCS "P-1"_ drainage channel
will be constructed along the west side of the site and will
extend generally northward to an existing pumping plant in the old
Black River Channel where drainage waters will be pumped into the
Green River.
Both filling of the site for eventual development and the construction
of the proposed SCS drainage system will alter the hydrologic patterns
of the site. Construction of impervious surfaces will prevent
recharge of 'groundwate'r. The low bottom elevation in the P-1 channel'
will lower the adjacent water table. Diversion of storm flows to
ditches and storm drain pipes will prevent water. from flowing to
present low-lying areas. The net result will probably cause some
drying of existing wetlands. The exact nature and extent of this
impact is not possible to quantify at this time.
4. . Water Quality and Aquatic Organisms
a. Existing Conditions
Aquatic organisms are important indicators of the quality of an
aquatic environment because the numbers and types of species pre-
sent indicate conditions which have existed for fairly long periods
of time when field sampling over a comparable period of time is
not feasible.
Samples of aquatic organisms were taken from an upstream tributary
of Springbrook Creek, and from Springbrook Creek..both before' it
enters the site and at a point about 1 .mile downstream of, the site.
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As would be expected, the stream is in good condition at its head-
waters but progressively deteriorates as it approaches its terminus.
At the upstream tributary there are a diversity of oxygen. loving
aquatic organisms. Downstream there are less diverse types of
organisms, but those types which can tolerate deteriorated water
quality have increased in number. In
Although there are no fish counts available for Springbrook Creek,
local residents report catches of occasional game fish. Small
streams which lace the Green River Valley such as Springbrook Creek,
are considered important in terms of game fish because they have
upstream gravel beds and therefore the potential to support game
fish spawning. '
b. Immediate Impacts on Water Quality
Filling and grading activities will cause an increase in sediments
carried by surface runoff. This impact will be mitigated by
temporary detention on site of surface runoff to allow for settling.
c. Eventual Impacts on Water Quality
Eventual development of the site for industrial purposes will cause
street surface contaminants (oils, hydrocarbons, nutrients, coli-
form organisms, etc.) to be washed from paved surfaces.
Briefly, the addition of sediments and street surface contaminants
to natural waters causes eutrophic conditions by increasing available
nutrients along with causing depletion of oxygen. First, oxygen
dissolved in the water is used for the chemical decomposition of
some of these substances. Secondly, other of the substances can
serve as nutrients to stimulate the growth of nuisance species of
algae which eventually die. The decomposition of this algae again
consumes dissolved oxygen. In either case, less dissolved oxygen
is available for other aquatic organisms which are intolerant of low
oxygen conditions. Also, particulate matter washed from,construction
sites or paved surfaces may carry toxic material which has adhered
to the particles. For example, in the case of the Project site,
fertilizers and pesticides used over a decade ago and which adhered
to the soils at that time will be found in the surface runoff.
Runoff carrying contaminants from the paved and impervious surfaces
which will be constructed at the Project site will have a deleterious
impact on the Green River drainage system which is the ultimate
receptor. Over the long run, the development of the Project site
represents a part of the continuing urbanization of the Green River
Valley. The incremental loss of a wetland or addition of sediments
and street surface contaminants from one project to the aquatic
system may not be significant, rather it is the cumulative effect
of all such projects which add up to an environmental . problem. The
eventual development of nearly 500 acres in Renton will certainly
add a substantial amount of sediment and contaminants as ,a major
part of the overall incremental valley development.. Catch basins
will be used throughout the proposed project and the P-1: channel is
designed to function as a settling basin which should reduce, most of
the suspended contaminants. Dissolved materials, however, will be
placed into the system.
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5. Vegetation
a. Existing Conditions.
The Project site is located within the Western Hemlock Zone, which
is the most extensive vegetational zone in western Washington and
Oregon. It is generally recognized that Puget Lowlands sites, such
as the Project site are not typical of this broad vegetational
category, but there is no concensus of opinion as to what the "true
climax" plant community is for this portion of the larger zone.
It is possible that there is in fact no "true climax" plant community
because valley sites are usually disturbed with such frequency that
no one climax community type becomes established for long. Natural
flooding and human activities such as clearing, farming and con-
struction have disrupted vegetation continuously for more than• 100
years. .
The "Project site vegetation has, for the most part, become re-est-
ablished after agricultural activities at the site were halted a
decade ago. Some areas appear to have much older vegetation.
The specific vegetative communities which now occupy the site bear
a direct correlation to the underlying soils. The soils on the west
side are sandy alluvium, derived from glacial outwash. These soils
have low nutritional status and low capacity to hold water, and are
therefore. limited in their ability to support vegetation. Other
soils on the site were formed by the deposition of organic water by
plants and support plant communities of far greater interest and
importance. Lastly, the placement of artificial fill over portions
of the site greatly restricts the establishment of significant'
vegetational cover of any kind, although herbaceous species may be
found. Plant communities found at the site were divided into two
groups'.
NATIVE OR PARA-NATIVE VEGETATION AS A DIRECT
PLANT COMMUNITIES RESULT OF MAN'S ACTION
Creeping Buttercup Pasture
Cat-tail Hayland
Reedgrass ' ' Fill
Willow-herb Railroad.
Riparian_ Drainage Ditches
Berry Recently abandoned cropland
Cottonwood Homesite and ornamentals
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Mixed Shrub Successinary Pasture
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sometimes referred to as a forested bog. This area is likely to be
waterlogged to within at least a foot of the surface. Typical plant
representatives include willows, red alder, and western hemlock.
2) To the west of Springbrook Creek and towards the north end of
the site is a seasonally flooded flat. Typically, flooding can be
expected in late fall , winter or spring but is well drained in the
growing season. Typical plant representatives include smartweed and
other mixes of shrubs. Wetland vegetation may be limited due to
seasonal nature of flooding. 3) Along the north side of the site
is a shallow marsh. Old aerial photos indicate that this wet spot
was much smaller at least ten years ago. Placement of fill and road
construction have divered more water to this depression in recent
years. . Consequently a large marsh has formed and provides a
havitat for many species of migratory waterfowl . A portion of this
marsh will be designated as a green belt by the applicant as
discussed above.
b. Immediate Impact on Vegetation
• Except for vegetation associated with the green belt area, most
plant communities present on the site will be lost through filling
and grading except in those few locations where present ground
surface elevations are at the desired level . Original plant
communities are not expected to recover. There will be quick
coverage of the fill areas by herbaceous species and this will
help to mitigate dust problems until such time as the filled areas
are utilized for industrial purposes.
c. Eventual Impact on Vegetation
The most significant impact on vegetation will occur immediately
when the developeable portions of the site are covered by fill .
Over the long run, vegetation associated with the wetland will
change as land around it is filled and the P-1 channel is con-
structed. The saturated soils condition necessary to support the
wetland will be changed due to lowering of the ground water eleva-
tions. Plants presently supported by the wet conditions will be
eventually replaced by species tolerant of drier conditions.
Initially, the ponded area will be reduced in size as water drains
from it to the "P-l" Channel . There will be die-back of aquatic
species, the extent of which will depend on the amount of and
rate of which the water is drained away. As the soil moisture of
the once wet areas declines, grasses will be established. After
a number of years, willow and red alder can be expected if nothing
is done to retain the moisture in and about the ponded area.
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b. Wildlife
a. Existing Conditions
Mammals
A wide variety of small mammals have been observed on and are
expected to inhabit the Project site because of their relatively
small home range needs in comparison with the relatively large
size of the site. Mammals which were either seen or are expected
to occur as permanent residents or transients include: Marsh shrew,
Townsend mole, Coast mole, Spotted skunk, Striped skunk, Common deer
mouse, Townsend's meadow mouse, Bendire shrew, Red fox, and Short-.
tailed weasel , some use of the site by Black tailed deer has been
noted. Some of the above mammals are particularly important be-
cause their distribution is largely confined to the Puget Sound
lowlands. As a result of urbanization, many animal species present
in the Puget Lowland have been disappearing. In some cases, these
species are replaced by a more adapted species, but often they are
not.
Birds and Aquatic Waterfowl
The Project site is located within the Pacific Migratory Bird
Flyway and because of its relatively undeveloped condition, pro-
vides habitat. for many non-resident birds at various times of the
year. Some of the birds which have been found on or near the site
include: Mallards, Canvas Back Ducks, Lesser Scaup Duck, American
Coot, Great Blue Heron, Green Neron, Rough-legged Hawk, Screech
Owl , Sparrow Hawk. In addition Pheasant, Quail and Song Birds were
observed.
Habitat Areas
The plant communities and the habitat provided are major determinants
of the types and numbers of birds and mammals which will use a site.
The roject site has a great number of plant communities, as shown
on the vegetation map, however, some of the plant communities are of
greater importance in terms of bird and wildlife habitat than others.
Two general communities are of particular note: The wetland habitat
in the north center of the site; and the Oregon Ash-Willow in the
northeast corner, extending southward to the Willow-Reed-Cattail
community.
The wetland habitat provides a stop over site between Lake Washington
and points farther south in the valley for migratory waterfowl . The
many species of aquatic plants and the contiguous shrubby vegetation
provide both cover and food..
The Oregon Ash-Willow community in the northeast of. the' site represents
the later' stages of succession for a wetland community'. It has not
been disrupted as much as other portions of the site, consequently.
it provides one of the richest habitats for bird populations and
wildlife to be found. There was evidence of use of this area by Black-
tail Deer and Pheasant.
c. Immediate Impact on Biological Resources ;
Terrestrial habitat areas will be almost entirely removed. The Song-
bird population will be reduced in total numbers and diversity.
Pheasant populations will be reduced or totally lost. Mammal species,
particularly small mammals, will be effected because of their limited .
home range.
d. Eventual Impacts on Biological Resources
In order to be consistent with the Renton Comprehensive Plan, •a
portion of the wetland in the northwest corner will be retained as •
a green belt. area. The continued value of this wetland for wild-
_ life habitat will depend on how its character is influenced by
activities'.on adjacent land. As mentioned, lowering of immediate
groundwater elevations will have an effect as well as will the
amount of surrounding vegetation which can be maintained as cover.
7. Noise
a. Existing. Conditions
General Discussion '
Noise is any sound which is undesirable because it interferes with-
speech and hearing or is otherwise annoying. The term "environmental
noise", as used by. the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, means
the intensity., duration and character of sounds from all sources.
In terms of a simple and practical measurement, environmental noise
means the long-term average sound level (or technically, the
equivalent sound level or LEQ) . Measurements of long-term average sound.
levels will : not directly exclude very high noise levels of very
short duration, rather, they are reflected in the overall average.
For example, a long-term average of a '60 decibel (dB) sound level
over a 24 hour period might include peak sound levels of 110 dB,
but such an event might be less than 1 second duration.
The following chart gives a range of sound levels produced by common
indoor and outdoor settings :
EQUIVALENT SOUND LEVELS IN DECIBELS
Indoors
SPACE Leq(+)
Small Store' (1-5 clerks) 60
Large Store (more than 5 clerks) 65 '
Small Office (1-2 desks) . . ' 58
Medium Office '(3-10 desks) 63
Large Office (more than 10 desks) 67
Miscellaneous Business 63' .
Residences
Typical movement of people-no TV or radio "4.0-45
Speech. at 10 feet, normal voice 55
TV listening at 10 feet, no other
activity 55-60
Stero music. 50-70
Table saw 88
Garbage disposal 80
ti Tavern..With Rock Group
At table closest to group 124 :
At table furthest from group 118
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EQUIVALENT SOUND LEVELS IN DECIBELS
Space Leq (+)
Rural Field 44
A Small Quiet Suburb 47-52
Typical Suburban 52-58
Urban 58-63
Noisy Urban 63-up
Existing Sources of Noise
For the purpose of assessing present noise. conditions road noises
were measured 100 feet from S. W. 43rd Street and the equivalent
sound level over a 24 hour period was found to be approximately
63 db(A) . Daytime noise levels tend to range between 60 and 70 dB(A) ,
while nightime noise levels range between 50 and 60 dB(A) .
Train noises were measured 100 feet from the mainline track and were
found to range between 69 and 89 dB(A) . Noise from trains occurs as
a short-term peak rather than on a constant basis.
There is presently some industrial activity in the area consisting of
a metal scrapping facility. Noise measurements made at the property
line of that plant showed that levels there do not exceed an
equivalent sound level of about 84 dB(A) for short periods of time.
These levels diminish quickly with distance away from the plant.
b. Immediate. Impact. on Noise
Initial ground clearing, filling and grading will be the noisiest
activities which will occur on the site. Although fill dirt truck
traffic will be intense for 5 months during each of the first two
years of filling activities. Fill dirt. truck traffic will exit
the borrow.pit on CarrRoad which later becomes S.W. 43rd Street in
Renton, along the south side of the project site. There is a
hospital , a clinic and a few scattered residences located ajong the
fill dirt truck route. In addition, several residential streets
adjoin Carr Road. Fill dirt traffic will probably increase the
long-term average noise by l-2dB(A) levels during the working hours.
However, peak noise levels resulting from truck traffic should not
be higher than that now experienced due to exsiting truck traffic.
Frequency of peak level attainment will increase, but will still
only influence the long-term average noise by the 1-2dB(A) .
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c. Eventual Impact on Noise
Noise Generated By Development
It is difficult to predict at this time exactly what noise levels
will be produced by new industries which will eventually locate on
the site. In addition, how the noise impact is experienced in the
future will depend on specific physical , geographical and human
factors. The proposed project will result in some additional
automobile and train traffic. Over the next 20 years it is expected
that S. W. 43rd Street/S. 180th will be widened to four lanes and
that peak hour traffic volumes will reach 1500 vehicles per hour'
with about a 10 percent truck mix. Noise levels from this source
will be between 65 and 70 dB(A) at up to about 500 feet from the
road. Most of the future uses occurring on the proposed project
site will require rail service, thus, contributing to increased
rail traffic noise. Typically, a switch engine 'providing service to
an industrial facility will produce a noise level of 78 - 80 dB(A)
at a distance of 100 feet as it passes through.
Evaluation. of Noise
The significance of noise is usually evaluated in terms of compliance
with applicable noise standards usually found in zoning codes and in
terms of subjective community reactions. '
In the case of the proposed project site, however, there are no adjacent
residentially zoned areas which will be affected. The nearest
homes are in .the community of Orillia. These homes are not sensitive
receptors of noise impact for several reasons. ; Most of these homes
are located sufficiently for away from the site that construction
noise will not significantly affect them. .Also, these properties
are zoned for commercial and industrial uses, so standards regulating
noise in 'residentially zoned areas are not applicable. Finally
over the long run most, if not all of these homes will be removed
in the course of construction of improvements to S. .W. .43rd Street or
as these' properties are purchased for other purposes.
The significance of noise generated by Project site users is more
appropriately evaluated in terms of impact on employees at the site.
It is generally known that certain kinds of work are sufficiently
noisey 'to cause damage to hearing and that factory employees often
have poorer hearing sensitivity than employees with minimal
occupational noise exposure. The length of time of exposure affects
the possibility of hearing damage -- higher sound levels can be..
tolerated for shorter periods of time. Exposure to noise levels
of 85' dBA and under are considered to be of negligible risk. How-
ever, the U. S. Department of Labor specifies that exposure to
90 dBA is an allowable level for an- 8-hour work day because of the
high costs of controlling industrial noise down to 85 dBA. Permissable
noise levels for 8 hours or less are given on the next page. '
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Duration. Per Day (Hours) Sound Level (dBA)
8 , 90
6 , 92. '
4 95
• 3. 97 _
• 2 100 F.
1 1/2 102
1 105
1/2 110
1/4 or less 115 (Max. )
The anticipated industrial development must comply with new noise
regulations recently promulgated by the State:
Maximum Environmental Noise Levels (173-60 WAC) effective .September 1 ,
1975, and Motor Vehicle Noise Performance Standards (173-62 •WAC)
effective July 1 , 1975.
8. Meteorology
Data for Seattle-Tacoma Airport can be considered indicative of the
site meteorology because of its proximity. Data from the Puget Sound
Air Pollution Control Agency shows the winds in the Southcenter area
come predominantly from the north or south to south-southwest. I,t is
thought that the north-south orientation of the green River Valley
tends to channel the winds.
During extended pollutant build-up periods (eight hours to several
days) polluted air masses move up and down the valley under a channeled
flow regime. Under these conditions, background pollutant concentra-
tions can increase significantly, especially under a northerly flow
which brings in air from urban Seattle.
The efficiency of pollutant dispersion is related to atmospheric stabi-
lity. Cold air drainage down the Green River Valley gives rise to
pronounced periods of stability (inversions) which will thus lead to
low pollution dispersion rates during these periods. .
Strength and direction of the mean wind will also influence dispersion.
The urban areas of Seattle and Tacoma lie to the north and south
respectively. ;Northerly or southerly winds will introduce pollutants
from these areas into the Green River Valley as well as carrying these .
pollutants in the opposite direction when the winds change. .
The following Figure J is a windrose for a nearby station maintained
by the Puget Sound Air Pollution Control Agency:
9. Air Quality
a. Existing. Conditions
Existing air quality can best be summarized by the air monitoring
stations in the vicinity operated by the Puget Sound Air:Pollution
Control Agency. Data from neighboring stations was obtained and
the following conclusions can be drawn: ..
The current air quality in the project area is good for some pol-
lutants, marginal for others. The carbon monoxide levels will reach
a 4 parts per million (ppm) background level with "worst case"
conditions, which is well below the 8 hour standard of 9 ppm and the
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exceeded on a 24-hour sample basis. Sulfur oxides are violating the
1-hour standards on occasions. Oxidant levels on the surrounding
hills are approaching the standards and could pose a potential
problem in the Green River Valley because of the tendency for
pollutants to accumulate under stagnant weather conditions. This is
also true for oxides of nitrogen concentrations.
b. Immediate Impact on Air Quality
During the construction phase of the Project there are expected to
be temporary impacts on air pollution levels. Earth-moving equipment
is expected to emit vehicular pollutants as they move about preparing
the site. However, the concentrations of the primary vehicular
emissions from this equipment are expected to be appreciably lower
than the levels expected under "worst case" conditions.
This equipment can also be expected to raise dust (particulate
matter) during dry weather. Effective maintenance and operation
procedures on use of equipment at the construction site and appro-
priate treatment of the grounds in adjacent areas can keep the dust
generated from construction activities within acceptable limits and
will not create particulate standards violations .
c. Eventual Impact on Air Quality
As the eventual result of development of the site, air quality will
be affected by both stationary and non-stationary sources.
Inasmuch as the specific industries which will be attracted to the
site are unknown, it is not possible to project the probable impact
on air quality. However, in spite of compliance with applicable
air quality standards, it is likely that future industries will -
cause some degradation of air quality.
The impact on air quality due to vehicular traffic using the site
can be estimated with greater certainty than for stationary sources.
The emissions due to motor vehicles, as the primary source of air
pollution from the proposed project are estimated for both the
present and future years to 1990. Models were utilized to obtain
estimates of the concentrations of the primary vehicular pollutants
under "worst case" meteorological and emission conditions. The
concentrations obtained were then compared with the present ambient
air standards and existing background data to determine
the impact on the surrounding environment. The effect of federal
regulations on reducing automobile exhaust emissions was also
included.
Since the rate of development on the property is currently unknown
the number of future vehicle movements is also unknown. However,
estimates can be made for the maximum number of movements which
can be tolerated and still keep the carbon monoxide concentrations
within the air quality standards when "worst case" meteorological
conditions occur.
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There is a. distance of approximately one mile between real potential
perimeter roads for the project site. Assuming traffic counts
comparable to S. W. 43rd Street on both the north and south
boundaries of the project it is estimated that the localized con-
tributions using a line source model at the downwind edge is about
0.4 ppm (0.4 mg/m3) . This results in a total background contribution
of 5 mg/m3, one-half of the maximum under 8-hour carbon monoxide
standard.
Using emission data compiled by the Environmental Protection Agency
in an area source model , the following table was developed to show
the maximum allowable vehicle movements necessary to comply with the
eight-hour carbon monoxide standards in the proposed project with
high atmospheric stability and a meter per second wind speed.
NUMBER OF VEHICLES
Average Maximum
Year Hourly Eight-Hour
1975 1620 12,975
1976 1920 15,400
1977 2250 17,975
1978 2620. 20,925
1979 . . 3130 25,025
1980 3650 29,200
1985 4490 . , . 35,950
1990 . 5840 . 46,725
These totals assume a background concentration of 5, mg/m3 which
will remain at that .level through 1990.
Note that in the above table, the number of vehicles increase slowly
with increasing time. This is accounted for by the introduction
of the newer controlled emission vehicles as required by federal
regulations, and projected reductions in. emissions. .
The number of vehicle movements required to exceed the standardsare stated only for. "worst case" very high stability meteorological
conditions. The number of occurrences related to the one-hour
"worst case" conditions and the associated carbon monoxide standard
may happen for short periods any time of the year. In effect,
under the meteorological conditions conducive to the declaration
of an air stagnation advisory, there is a probability that the
eight-hour carbon monoxide standard will be exceeded if the vehicle
movements in the above table are exceeded each hour in the year
indicated. Air stagnation advisories usually occur from three to
six times annually, generally in the late fall and winter months.
These advisories usually run 24 to 72 hours and can extend to 120 hours.
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10. Traffic
a. Existing Transportation System
Existing transportation facilities serving the area are shown in -
Figure K. The major freeways (Interstate 5, Interstate 405 and
State Route 167) are shown as well as arterials adjacent to the
site. These include East Valley Road and West Valley Road, adjacent
to the east and west sides respectively. East-west arterials
include S. W. 43rd Street bordering the south side of the project
site, and South:.Grady Way to the north. S. W. 43rd Street
is two lanes in width (approximately,20;'feet) with no curbs or
paved shoulders, and consists of a deteriorating Portland cement
concrete surface.
Traffic signals exist at the intersection of 43rd Street and
West Valley Road. Additional installations are proposed for East .
Valley Road and two intermediate intersections. '
Traffic Conditions
Figure K indicates existing 1974 traffic volumes for Average
Daily Traffic and Peak Hour Volume and direction, in the immediate
vicinity of the proposed projects.
The directional flow and peaking characteristics at the 43rd
Street/East Valley Road intersection are a result of the freeway
ramps connecting, to the latter facility.
In the "East Valley Traffic Study", the 1969 level of service at
the intersections of 43rd Street with East and West Valley Roads.
was observed to experience '95% or greater utilization during peak
periods. Similar results were verified for the purposes of this
study.
The section of 43rd Street between the two main intersections is
operating at level of service of under 75% utilization capacity.
The major capacity restraint in the present roadway is the rail-
road crossing.
Trip Generation ,
It is possible to anticipate a range of traffic volume which will
ultimately be generated based both on data from local studies in f
facilities which are similar to the proposed uses. '.
Generally, the type of industrial usage is more critical than
regional vehicle usage, as an index for industrial trip, generation.
A broad range of trip generation factors are possible depending' .
on the proportion of office and industrial uses. In general ,
offices generate more trips per unit area than warehouses or fac-
tories. Another factor affecting trip generation is the size of
the concern. Larger firms generally have a lower generation rate
per employee. Based on a consideration of these factors and the ,
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b. Immediate Impact on Traffic
Fill from the King County borrow site must be removed with two years.
This site will supply 1 .7 million cubic yards of the 2.6 million
cubic yards necessary to fill the site. Fill is generally hauled
during the dry season, between May and September (5 months) . The
average capacity of a fill dirt truck is 10 cubic yards. Consequently,
in order to move -the fill from the King County site within the
allotted 2 years, as many as 850 fill dirt truck trips per day may
be necessary from May through September which is more than the one-
half of the present average daily traffic volume. .
It can be anticipated that the remaining required fill will be hauled
as surplus material from nearby construction sites become available
or as the project marketing and development time table requires
purchase and import of fill from commercial borrow sites. Impact on
traffic brought about by the import of this remaining fill will be
less than_ that of the initial two year fill period. Fill dirt truck
trips will be spread out over the total period of development. As
development proceeds, implementation of planned improvements to
streets and arterials will reduce congestion from fill truck move-
ments.
c. Eventual Impact on Traffic
Project Traffic
Based on traffic generated by similar industrial facilities else-
where, the total traffic projected for the site upon full develop-
ment will be as follows:
PROJECTED TRAFFIC
FROM TOTAL SITE . .
Total weedkay trips 49,050
Percentage of trucks 17%
Passenger car equivalent 2
Average Daily Traffic 57,380
Peak Hour. percentage 17%
Peak Hour Volume 9,750
Peak Hour arrival/departure 9,360
Peak Hour departure/arrival 390
Trip Distribution
Based upon the assumption that a freeway is a preferred route for
a longer trip, it may be deduced that a high percentage of the
industry traffic will use freeways to reach its destinations. A
reasonable estimate of the proportion of industrial traffic using
the freeway network is 60%.
S. W. 43rd Street is the primary east-west access to existing
industrial development, and also provides indirect access to free-
way interchanges for traffic destined for all directions. East
Valley Road and Oaksdale Street are primary north-south accesses
but lack continuity northward, thus limiting their utility. Anti-
cipated trip distribution is as follows :
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TRIP DISTRIBUTION
Trip Distribution
Freeway - total 60%
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North-South '=. subtotal 40%
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SR 167 20%
Arterial Streets - total 40%
East-West 15%
North-South 25%
The previous section dealt with the anticipated traffic in terms
of volumes and directional orientation of the traffic. The broader
implications of this traffic for the transportation network as a
whole are considered in this section.
Impact to Transportation Network
The traffic impact due to the proposed industrial facilities is
massive. The projected arterial 'street volumes in Figure L far
exceed the ability of these streets to carry traffic. Under ideal
conditions, each of these four-lane arterials could handle 1 ,500
vehicles per lane between intersections, but only about 650 vehicles
per lane at . intersections. It is recalled that both East and West
Valley Roads are presently congested and that planned improvements •
are intended only to alleviate the congestion caused by, existing
traffic; volumes.
Freeway System
A far more serious problem Is the lack of residual capacity in the
adjacent freeway system. Even if nearby arterials were improved
to sufficient capacity, the majority of the traffic would only be
directed onto the inadequate freeway system. This is the most
critical implication of development in the area. Any further
development will have an adverse affect on the presently over-
loaded freeway system.
The traffic generated by the proposed development would require
half the capacity of a freeway lane (1 ,000 vph) on each of the
freeways in the area. Such capacity may be available only on the.
Valley Freeway (South of 43rd Street) . 1-5, to the, north,, may also
have the requisite capacity, only because traffic generated by the
development will tend to be in the opposite direction as the major
peak hour flow on that route. 1-5 to the south will not be able
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to accept more than limited additional traffic without adversely
affecting the level of service. However, alternative. routes such
as the Valley Freeway are available. Thus, the most critical . .
problem is I-405 to the northeast. '
Arterial Street System `r
The projected volumes on the arterial street are unacceptable as
indicated by the unrestrained assignment projected in Figure L.
In reality, should traffic demand approach these dimensions,.
alternative routes would be used increasingly. Most of this
traffic would be attempting to reach the freeway system and would
most likely fill to capacity all the available arterial , collector,
and local streets leading to freeway interchanges. Circuitous
travel would result,' aggrevating congestion and resulting in major
safety and environmental problems.
S. W. 43rd Street
43rd Street is currently being over-utilized as an access street,
interfering with through traffic, and generating excessive turning
movements ,at intersections and access points. These existing
problems will be remedied by proposed improvements to S. W. 43rd
Street by the Cities of Renton and Kent.
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ALTERNATIVES
C. IMPACTS OF ALTERNATIVE PROJECTS
1 . No-Action or Continuation of the Existing Trends
Preservation of the site in its present condition would not result in
the maximum economic return from the land either in terms of its development
potential or in terms of utilization of the soil resource.
plant communities would continue to mature and evolve through their
characteristic stages of plant succession. Wildlife would continue to
use the site. Wetland areas contained within the site could expand
even further if drainage from surrounding areas continues to be
diverted towards the site.
2. Non-Fill Alternatives
If the area were to be again used for agricultural purposes, the exist-
ing vegetational cover would have to be removed. However, to the ex-
tent that the soils resources remain intact, this natural resource
would be preserved.
Soils such as those found on the site are considered very good for
agricultural purposes, but subject to limitations of flooding and high
water tables. Agriculture can be made technically viable by providing
an adequate drainage scheme.
Use of the site for agricultural purposes is made difficult because
portions of the site have already been filled, and it may not be
economical to farm the remaining segments.
3. Fill Alternatives
All alternatives involving filling in order to bring ground level above
the water table and create a suitable foundation for construction would
be substantially similar in impact as with the proposed project.
Options regarding soils, vegetation, and wildlife will no longer be avail-
able once the land is committed to industrial use.
4. Schedule Alternatives
Modification to the impacts that will be experienced with filling the
site could be accomplished by delaying importation of fill material
until specific site development is eminent. This would allow retention
of presently functioning habitat for a longer time and would leave open
the option of implementing other land use alternatives such as purchase
of the better habitat areas within the project site for preservation as
green belt.
The negative effects of such modifications to the Project fill program
would lie with the 'resulting influence of Project feasibility. The
applicant suggests that feasibility of the project would be very much
in question if it were not possible to utilize both the King County
borrow site within the imposed two-year limitation and also surplus fill.
material from area construction sites as it becomes available. If the
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Project were to become unfeasible, the project site would be disposed
of by the applicant through the most expedient means available to him.
• This would probably result in sale of the land on an incremental basis
and subsequent piecemeal development of this land. It remains a matter
of conjecture as to whether or not the resulting impacts of incremental
development would be greater or lesser than with a single-owner develop-
ment program as proposed with the Project.
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COMMITMENT OF RESOURCES
D. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOCAL SHORT-TERM USES AND MAINTENANCE AND ENHANCEMENT
f. OF LONG-TERM PRODUCTIVITY
The relationship between local short-term uses and maintenance and enhance-
ment of long-term productivity is a relationship that can best be brought
out by considering the justification for the proposed actions in light of
the potential impact on the natural and social environments.
According to the present zoning, land use planning decisions as well as
current economic realities and the surrounding land uses, the highest econ-
omic use of the Project site are the plans proposed by the developer. The
site is situated in the lower Green-Duwamish River Valley, which is evolving
as an industrial-distribution center and which has long served as a trans-
portation corridor. The site is ideally situated in the region to most
efficiently use existing transportation systems such as the Ports of Tacoma
and Seattle, the surface transportation network and is in close proximity
to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
E. IRREVERSIBLE AND IRRETRIEVABLE COMMITMENTS OF RESOURCES
The preliminary commitment to the modification of the topography and surface
soils conditions of the site was made when agricultural use of the site was
abandoned approximately 10 years ago and when fill was placed over portions
of the site at various times since then. Portions of the site which were
filled sufficiently long age now support herbaceous and shrubby vegetational
cover. Placement of the fill has modified the hydrological characteristics
of the site with the result that unfilled portions of the site have surface
water impoundments which serve as valuable wetland habitat for waterfowl .
4 Consequently, although the site is characterized by prime agriculture soils
(subject to high water table limitations) , much of this soil resource has
been covered by fill or recent accumulations, of impounded water. Thus, the
irreversible commitment of the natural resources inherent to the site must
be considered in light of historical man-made alterations.
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2 . The Final EIS addresses the impacts of the proposed
action on air quality, water quality , wetlands habitat
area , vegetation , and wildlife .
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Gordon Y. Ericksen, Director �. ���'
Renton Planning Department tiiNG DEP R���
200 Mill Avenue South �� =
Renton, Washington 98055
Re: Draft Environmental Impact
Statement - Orillia Industrial
District
Dear Mr. Ericksen:
A review of the subject impact statement shows the district will be
served by an approved public water supply and sanitary sewer. No
adverse environmental health condition is envisioned.
Very truly yours,
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Wa e, Ph.D., M.P.H.
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NORTH EAST SOUTHEAST SOUTHWEST
1600 N. E.150th 15607 Northeast Bellevue- 3001 N.E.4th St. 10821 8th Avenue Southwest
Seattle 98155 Redmond Road Renton 98055 Seattle 98146
363-4765 Bellevue 98008 228-2620
885-1278 244-6400
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RE: DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT - ORILLIA
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
• Dear -Mr. Magstadt: . ' .
We have received the subject document and submit -the following
comments for your consideration: .
1. The statement is generally well written, particularly relating
- to the environmental impacts of •the proposed 'action on the physical
environment: ' - However, the apparent omission. of impacts of the
project on the socio-economic environment (ie. , primary and
_ secondary land use impacts, employment, community facilities ,
public services, community values, aesthetics, etc.) both on and
- off-site is not addressed in the document nor is' any attempt
made to give the reader an indication of how ,these impacts may
be interrelated with the physical environment. Although the ' •
impacts of a project this size may have substantial impacts on
the ecosystem of the site and adjacent terresterial and avian
communities, ,the living environment of man and the quality of•
that environment might likewise be substantially impacted.
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2. There is some concern regarding the apparent conflict with •
(a) the proviso established in the SCS project that, "All land •
not needed or used 'for commercial-industrial development will be
--- , planned and managed• for wildlife open-space until such time• as it
is utilized in' additional developments" and (b) the expeditious
manner in which land must be filled to take advantage of the
available source of fill from the County borrow site. These two
• objective's _appear to be in conflict with each other and interim
resolution seems to indicate the compromise of the first objective.
3. The statement .documents plans for the construction of temporary
drainage facilities to handle surface water. runoff in the eventualit
• the SCS. project is not approved. Permanent solutions however, are
either 'not contemplated or not addressed 'in the statement.
4. Site specific impacts of the grading and landfill operations
are well done. Impacts of borrow operations . that are' located
i • at the County site or other commercial ,site locations, . however,
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September 9, 1975
Page Two
do not directly address the Countywide issue of borrow
excavation and use of this resource or the environmental
impacts of this operation on the neighborhoods adjacent
to these proposed sites.
5. The cumulative impacts of this project and others like
it that may result or be encouraged by this action could be
explored to establish a regional perspective of the impact
analysis. Land use issues, water quality issues and the like
may be impacted directly or secondarily as a result of this
action.
We hope these comments will assist you in your planning
activities.
Sincerely,
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Land Use Planning Section
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Budget & Program Planning
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Planning Director \ �Lj .��`,,
City of Renton \-G DEPA�-!'�
200 Mill Avenue South '
Renton, Washington 98055
Dear Mr. ' Ericksen:
RE: Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Glacier Park Company
We have reviewed the above subject and have the following
recommendations and/or comments :
1, Page 3, Paragraph 3A - The applicant needs a State _
Flood Control Zone permit for any work within the
i _ proposed Orillia Industrial District.
2. Page 7, Typical Interim Grading Scheme . - Where the
outlet velocities from the proposed drain pipes ex-
ceed three feet per second, rock riprap should be
placed on the full channel section for a minimum
distance of ten feet, being five feet both upstream
and downstream from the proposed outlets.
3. Page 13, Paragraph e. , Temporary Small Drainage
Ditches - The concept of using temporary drainage
ditches with restricted outlets appears satisfactory.
However, before we would recommend approval of any
drainage system we would require detail drainage com-
putations and plans.
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. 1 . Your review • of :the Draft EIS is appreciated .
2 . .. Additional explanation of the socio-economic impacts
. of the 'proposal have been incorporated into ,the text..
3 . The apparent conflicts between the applicant ' s 'proposal •
and the SCS proviso to fill land only a.s it is needed
for development have been included in the text and will
be reviewed as ' part of the City ',s permit process .
4. In the eventuality that the SCS project is not approved , .
one of the two temporary approaches described . on page. 13
' will be made permanent. This has been clarified- on
• page 13 of the text. .=-
5 . Information has been presented regarding . the borrow site
which is situated in King County . . Recently a permit was
granted for this project by King County .. It is assumed
• that a thorough study of the Environmental '.Impacts of
the borrow site question was undertaken pursuant to
SEPA at that time , However., certain impacts of the
borrow 'operation have been .noted on pages 29 and 33 •
respectively. .
• 6 . The regional land use situation has been discussed on
pages 14 - 20 . The cumulative impacts of further
industrial development , . degradatio,n of ' water quality ,
etc . have been incor.porated . in the text.
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Mr . Gordon Y. Ericksen August 22 , 1975 Page two (2)
4. Page 13, Paragraph e. , Construction of the SCS
P-1 Channel - We recommend, where possible, that
this drainage concept be followed. -
We appreciate having the opportunity to comment on this proposed
Environmental Impact Statement. If you have any questions , please
feel free to contact our office on 344-3874.
Veryltruly Yours ,yWILLIAM B. Greg: -
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Division Engineer
Division of Hydraulics
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1 . Your review of the Draft EIS is appreciated .
2 . The need for a State Flood Control Zone Permit is
understood by the applicant and has been incorporated
into the statement .
3 . Drainage computations and rock rip rap around drain
pipe ' outlets have been incorporated into the statement .
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Mr. Gordon Ericksen, Director .o( v
Renton Planning Dept . q
200 Mill Avenue So. �'N/NG Di!-
Renton, Washington 98055
Subject : Glacier Park Company Fill and Grade for Orillia
Industrial District Draft Environmental Impact
Statement
Dear Mr. Ericksen:
We have reviewed the draft impact statement for the proposed
filling and grading at the Orillia Industrial District enclosed
with your letter dated August 6 , 1975 .
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The transporting of fill material to the site and the grading
of the fill should not have a significant affect on ambient air
quality if the control measures indicated in the impact state-
ment are used. The applicant should periodically inspect the
site after preparation and use the appropriate measures to •
y assure minimal dust generation until either development has
occurred or .a ground cover has been established.
As the statement points out, the site will eventually be devel-
oped for industrial use . At this time, it is not possible to
assess .the. ultimate air quality impact since neither the extent
SERVING: nor type of industrial use is known.
KING COUNTY However , there are two programs administered by this Agency
410 West Harrison St. '
Seattle, 98119 under Regulation I which require the evaluation, on a case-by-
(206) 344-7330 case basis , of most new stationary air contaminant sources and
KITSAP COUNTY indirect carbon monoxide sources . These are the Notice of
Dial Operator for Toll Construction and Application for Approval procedure under Free Number Zonith 8385
Bainbridge laland, Article 6 and review of larger parking lots and highways under
Dial 344-7330 ' Article 18 ; the purpose of these programs is to assure main-
PIERCE COUNTY tenance of air quality. In addition, a program of area-wide •
213 Heaa Building air quality maintenance planning is expected to commence this
Tacoma, 98402
(206) 383 58 year, in which local planning Agencies will play a major role,
for this same purpose.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY
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Everett, 98201
-(206) 259-0288
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CHAIRMAN: Everett Foster, Alternate for Patrick J. Gallagher, Commissioner Pierce County; VICE CHAIRMAN: N. Richard Forsgren, Commissioner Snohomish County;
Robert C. Anderson, Mayor Everett; Glenn K. Jarstad, Mayor Bremerton; Gordon N. Johnston, Mayor Tacoma; Gene Lobe, Commissioner Kitsap County;
Harvey S. Poll, Member at Large; John D. Spellman, King County Executive; Wes Uhlman, Ma,Y or Seattle;
A. R. Dammkoehler, Air Pollution Control Officer.
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August 22 , 1975 - •
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Thank you for the opportunity to comment.
• Very truly yours ,
A. R. Dammkoehler
Air Pollution Control Officer
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By J R. Pearson
enior Air Pollution Engineer
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Gordon Y. Ericksen •
• Planning Director •
City of• Renton •
200 Mill Avenue South
Renton, Washington 98055 •
Dear Mr. Ericksen:
Thank you for the opportunity to review the draft environmental
impact statement for the Glacier Park Company proposed fill and
grade of the Orillia Industrial District.
There is some concern about the loss of the wetland habitat and
corresponding loss of wildlife and vegetation in this area. Also,
• runoff of surface water into the Green River may prove to be a
large problem, not only from immediate action but particularly
from future development.
In general, the draft environmental impact statement appears. to •
be comprehensive ' and a well-organized document. • It should be
sufficient to satisfy the SEPA guidelines . in regard to procedure. •
Sincerely,
Barbara Jansen.
. Environmental Review Section
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1 . Your review of the Draft EIS is appreciated .
2 . Dust control measures will be incorporated into the
Special Permit review, process .
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Mr. Gordon Y. Ericksen, Planning Director A --��"'"�- ��
The City of Renton \44, • ���
Municipal Building, 200 Mill Avenue South N/NG DES
• Renton, WA 98055 . • .
Dear Mr. Erickson:-
As requested, we have reviewed your Draft Environmental Impact Statement
for the Orillia Industrial District proposed fill and grade. There are important
' fisheries stocks in the Green River and its tributaries, including those in
• Springbrook Creek, which will be impacted by this action. Therefore, we have
a few comments to offer.
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Existing conditions describing water quality and aquatic organisms popula-
. tions are discussed beginning on page 22, and we note that there was only a . ,
reference to occasional catches of game- fish in Springbrook Creek. This Depart-
. - ment has recent observations of coho salmon production in this drainage, primarily
. in the Mill Creek branch. The drainage system contains in excess of 2.5 miles of '
suitable spawning area. It is estimated that the watershed could accommodate -
between 400 and 600 coho salmon spawners, based upon the remaining rearing area .
that is usable. All spawning areas, and virtually all rearing area, are located
upstream from the proposed project. Migrating anadromous fish, .however. must
pass through this area both as juveniles and returning adults. Our questions
and concern, of course, regard the fish stocks and how they will be impacted by
' the intense development that has been .projected. . . .
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' ' There was no mention in the Statement of the extremely important fishery
' . populations of several species in the Green River. While this development is
not located immediately adjacent to the Green River, these are important receiv-
ing waters for all drainages from the site., Present conditions of water quality '
during periods of low stream flow in the lower Green and Duwamish Rivers are /
__.. ' severe. Will lowering of the water table at the project site intensify these
willbe the- effectthe additional low-flow water quality problems? What of dditil
waste discharge and storm runoff to the Green River? It would be helpful if _
• .. , the final impact statement more thoroughly considered the existing fisheries
" ' ' resources, as well as any areas of potential impact form this development.
It is our understanding that the major 'portion of the filling and grading
is to occur within the next two years, however subsequent.development will pro-
ceed over a 25-year span. The large areas of exposed fill. material would
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RESPONSE TO WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES
1 . Your review of the Draft EIS is appreciated .
2 . The impacts upon fisheries stock in Springbrook Creek
have been incorporated in the statement .
3 . The impacts to fishery populations in the Green River
have been incorporated in the statement .
4. Consideration will be given to soil stabilization and
erosion control methods within the City of Renton
Special Permit process .
5 . The location of the borrow site has been noted in
Figure A . Certain impacts of the borrow activities
have been noted in sections on Noise and Air Impacts ,
pages 29 and 33 respectively .
Hr. Gordon Y. Ericksen
September 8, 1975
Page 2
seemingly create the potential for storm drainage and erosion problems over a
number of years. In addition to the diking and temporary retention system that
has been proposed, has consideration been given to possible measures of soil
stabilization or of introduction of plantings to reduce erosion?
Our final comment deals with the borrow site that is discussed on nave 5.
The specific location of the site is not indicated, and there has been virtually
'�7 no discussion of potential impact that will occur due to operations and excavation.
This is a major part of the ultimate development plan, but it has been virtually
ignored regarding its environmental impact. Since quantities of fill to be
removed are substantial , we would be interested in learninn more of this phase
of the proposal .
Thank you for the opportunity to review your draft Statement.
Sincerely,4/ C.y,4--L (47)
Ray C. Johnson
Acting Environmental Fisheries
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Dear Mr. Ericksen: .
2,NG DEP PR��.
Your draft environmental impact statement Glacier Park Company
Proposed Fill and 'Grade for Orillia Industrial. District - :was reviewed by
our staff as requested. Our comments follow the report format.
Introduction .
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;. C!}c` .. and permitting grading 'and filling activities. Rezone approvals aren't
specifically addressed as part of the proposed' action (page 3) . Clarification
- . ' is needed. . . .
. ' The Proposed Action . . .
Existing zoning is shown on Figure B (page 4) : Perhaps the specific
implications of this zoning could be explained and contrasted with those of
• the requested zoning shown on. Figure D (page 19, back). ' .
The primary borrow site and quantities of• fill needed are described
in this section (page-5). The properties of the 'fill materials to be used, •
however. are not discussed. Could such .properties influence .degree of impact
- at the site? If so.; discussion Would be helpful . • .
In reference. to- temporary drainage plans (page 6) information on
the amount of time during which this plan will be employed would be helpful ,
as would information 'on measures which will be needed to insure proper maintenance
of the system. Will a. monitori'ng program be initiated?
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We acknowledge your indication that- the exact acreage to be left as
greenbelt has not been settled (page 10). Perhaps' a description of the way in
which the greenbelt.willbe managed should be included in 'this section of -
the final draft, if such. information is available. ' .
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Two alternate drainage schemes are addressed for the interim period
before the P-1 channel is completed. The way they are presented makes it
seem that both are feasible means. of control (page 13) . If so, discussion of
these schemes and relative environmental impacts under Alternatives in the
final statement seems appropriate.
Bio-Physical Environment
Springbrook Creek is briefly described (pages .21 and 23) . 'If possible
the final report should include an assessment of overall impact of the proposed
development on this creek.
You stated, under "Eventual Impacts on Hydrological Conditions", that
the water table will be lowered (page 22). Are there wells or other uses
in the area that might be adversely affected?
,y This section also explains that, drainage :to low-lying areas will be
impeded. Thus, some drying of existing wetlands may occur. We assume this
applies to wetlands which are to serve as greenbelt. We suggest a.discussion J -
be included on the impact such a drying effect would have on the value of
the greenbelt to wildlife. Also, if a management plan for the greenbelt has
been formulated, a 'description of the relationship this would have on that
plan would be appreciated.
The map showing vegetation distribution (page 25) gives a good visual
1 understanding of site vegetation. No explanation, however, is provided on
the types of plants which characterize each of the communities named (berry,
riparian, pasture, etc. ) ; this weakens its effectiveness. Perhaps this
information could be appended to the final report.
4The section, "Eventual Impact on Vegetation" (page, 26) , cites a
ponded area. To what area does this refer?
The description of bird use (page 27) is, brief. Given the kinds and
mixture of habitat present at the site, it seems there would be greater bird
use than this section suggests. Often times when extended survey of actual
bird use is not feasible, habitat types are used to predict possible use.
That is, bird use is estimated on the basis of use known to occur at habitats
which are similar to those at the site in question. You may wish to consider
expanding this segment, through use of this or other methods.
The discussion of eventual impacts on biological resources (page 28)
states, "In order to be consistent with the Renton Comprehensive Plan, a .
portion of the wetland in the northwest corner will be retained as a greenbelt
area. " We appreciate efforts to mitigate wildlife resource losses associated
with the SCS drainage project a regional project undertaken in cooperation
with local municipalities.
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We feel there is a need to consider this project on its own merits,
however. Losses of wetlands which will be brought about by the action should
be considered within this context es well .
Relationship Between Local Short-Term Uses and Maintenance and Enhancement
of Long-Term Productivity
The relationship which loss of habitat at the site has to the long-
term natural productivity of the site and surrounding area should be
addressed.
Thank you for the opportunity to review your draft. We hope our
comments will be helpful to you.
Sincerely,
THE DEPARTMENT OF GAME
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1 . Your review of the Draft EIS is appreciated ,
2 . No rezone action is , proposed at this time . Clarification
has been made in the text. However , it .can be assumed
that eventual land .use will be compatible with the 'City ' s
Comprehensive Plan for the area .
3 . Figure D indicates the applicant ' s proposed future land
use configuration on the site and not the specific
zoning .
4. The properties of fill material' are regulated by the
Renton Mining,, Grading , and Excavation Ordinance . The
fill material from .the borrow site is considered to be
of high .quality : • . h
5 . Additional information on the drainage system has been '
incorporated into the statement . The SCS channel pro-
ject has been many years in the planning stages , and
it is difficult to determine how long the proposed
temporary drainage system will be utilized . Should the
SCS drainage project fail to be implemented , one of the
two approaches for drainage as described on page 13
will be made permanent. Both approaches are feasible
and would ultimately have similar impacts on water
quality of the Green River , which ultimately receives
drainage . The problems of the Green River Valley have
been noted in the statement. No monitoring program has
been mentioned. However , this will be studied during
the Special Permit review process .
6 . Information on wetland management in the Valley is not
available at this time This might include State and
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of. Renton will welcome any suggestions your Department
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Orillia Industrial District •
Draft Environmental Statement
Dear Mr. Ericksen:
Reference is• made to your letter of August 6, requesting our review of the
draft environmental statement for the above proposal.
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• We have completed our review and offer the,following comments : .
The Department of Highways agrees that the proposal to fill and grade the
,,; remaining acreage in the Orillia Industrial District, along with future develop-
• ment to full industrial use, will have a significant impact on the highway
network and in particular SR 5, SR 405.and SR 167 as recognized in the state
ment. However, it is extremely difficult, if not impossible, to fully evaluate
the potential impact of the development on the highway system; as well as
other environmental concerns, until the actual types of resident industry are
identifiable.
The 1974 Average Daily Traffic volumes shown in the Statement (Figure K) do
not agree with the 1974 Annual Traffic Report published by the Department of
Highways as follows :
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Statement Volumes Traffic Report Volumes •
I-5 60,000 67,500 .
(.. -> I-405 58,000 64,300
1-405 44,000 53,300
SR 167 . 23,400 26,700
SR 181 14,000 13,200
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io, _ > identifiable to a design year and do not include total Average Daily Traffic
predictions on the highway system. These corrections and additions will
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7 . Further discussion of potential impacts to Springbrook ' , '
Creek have been incorporated into the statement .
8 . There are no known wells in the vicinity . which would
be adversely affected .
9 . A detailed study of the drying effect of the P -1 Channel
project and eventual development of the Valley on wet-
land areas within the Valley is presently being under-
• taken by the Renton Planning Department through a special
H . U . D . funding grant .
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10 . Further information on vegetation and plant communities
has been added to the statement as appendix material .
11 . The " ponded area" refers to the wetland which will be
designated as greenbelt and indicated on Figure D , the
generalized land use site plan map .
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12 . An extended list of birds which may be expected in or
near the ' proposed site has been added to the statement
as Appendix B . •
13 . Impacts of the loss of wetlands by the project are
expressed on pages 26 and 27 .
14 . The relationship of the loss of wildlife habitat to the
long term natural productivity of the site and surrounding
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1 . Your review of the Draft EIS is appreciated .
2 Updated highway traffic information has been incorpo-
rated in the EIS.
3 . Further clarification on the design year will be
incorporated in the text. Originally a 20 year design
period was contemplated by—the developer ( 1994 ) ..
However, economic factors will probably extend this
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4. Impacts to .the traffic system and .possible mitigating
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In conclusion, it appears that the proposal to fill and grade the remaining
industrial site on a speculative basis to attract industry will have a significant
impact on existing highways once development is fully realized. In this respect
the statement fails to discuss possible measures to mitigate the predicted
impact on existing highways and streets. This impact should be fully
considered prior to proceeding with the proposal to commit additional land
for industrial purposes in this environmentally sensitive location.
Thank you for the opportunity to review this information..
If you have any questions concerning these comments, please contact
Mr. R. B. Davidson of this office. His telephone number is 753-3811.
Sincerely,
G. H. ANDREWS
Director of Highways
By; H. R. GOFF
Assistant Director for •
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1 . Your review of the Draft EIS is appreciated .
2 . The City Council has not made a final decision on
the amount of wetland/greenbelt areas to be retained
in the Valley within the City of Renton .
3 . Clarification of permanent drainage provisions in the
event the ' P-1 Channel project is • not constructed has
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Mr. Gordon Y. Ericksen l'
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Dear Sir:
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Thank you. for forwarding ��
your draft environmental impact statement to
us, relative to Glacier Park Company Proposed Fill and Grade: for Orillia
Industrial District.
In general, the statement recognizes all of the problems and changes in
conditions resulting from the proposed action. Several items should be
considered for review as they will impact conditions both within and out
of the project area.
1. Page 15
The DEIS sets out criteria on wildlife habitat adopted by. the Renton .4
City Council but does not state that these conditions will be met.
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The only exception is found on page 28, 1st paragraph, where it states,
,, "a portion of the wetland in the northwest corner will be retained as
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criteria would seem appropriate.
2. Page 22-3.c
Runoff from the area is proposed to be accommodated by the proposed
SCS drainage system. Time of the project is within two years (page
13-5) . Has consideration been given to hydrologic conditions that
will exist if adequate drainage is not provided by dates of this
project completion?
We appreciate the opportunity to review your draft and hope our comments
will be of help to you. If the Soil Conservation Service can be of future
assistance to you, please let us know.
Sincerely,
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2 . Reference has been made to the Corps of Engineer
studies for flood control of the Green River Valley .
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Gordon Y. Ericksen, Director
Planning Department
City of Renton
200 Mill Avenue South
Renton, Washington 98055
Dear Mr. Ericksen:
We have reviewed the draft environmental impact statement regarding
the Glacier Park. Company Proposed Fill and Grade for Orillia
Industrial District. We have the following comments.,
Please refer to paragraph 7, page 14. The Corps of Engineers has
conducted studies which recommend improving the levees on the Green-.
Duwamish River. These studies advise that, without such improvements,
the operation of the drainage system pumping plants during high water
could cause levee failure and flooding. The statement does not refer
to these studies.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this statement.
Sincerely yours, .
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September 3, 1975
Mr. James L. Magstadt
City of Renton
Planning Department
Renton, Washington 98055
Dear Mr. Magstadt: '
We have received your draft environmental impact statement titled
Orillia Industrial District.
Due to a,'shortage of manpower and other pressing responsibilities we.
will be unable to review the document. We are returning the draft
for your use,in requesting comments from others. '
Since some of the actions described in the environmental report may '
conflict with the programs and objectives of the U.S. Fish and Wild- '
life Service, this letter should not be considered as condonance of the , I';
project or actions described in the document. Rather, this letter
should be regarded as relating only to the adequacy of the environ-
mental impact statement as a full disclosure document. Thank you for
the opportunity to comment on this statement.
Sincerely,
J. Norvell Brown
Field Supervisor '
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