HomeMy WebLinkAboutApproved Minutes 11-18-2024November 18, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF RENTON
MINUTES - City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM - Monday, November 18, 2024
Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pavone called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order at 7:00 PM and led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present:
Ed Prince, Council President
James Alberson, Jr., Council Position No. 1
Carmen Rivera, Council Position No. 2
Valerie O'Halloran, Council Position No. 3
Ryan McIrvin, Council Position No. 4
Ruth Pérez, Council Position No. 6
Kim-Khánh V n, Council Position No. 7
(attended remotely)
Councilmembers Absent:
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PRESENT
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Ed VanValey, Chief Administrative Officer
Patrice Kent, Senior Assistant City Attorney
Jason Seth, City Clerk
Gina Estep, Community & Economic Development Administrator
Martin Pastucha, Public Works Administrator
Maryjane Van Cleave, Parks & Recreation Department Administrator
Young Yoon, IT Director
Matt Herrera, Planning Director
Amanda Free, Economic Development Assistant Director
Ryan Spencer, Organizational Development Manager
Commander Steve Morris, Police Department
Attended Remotely:
Melissa McCain, Deputy City Clerk
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Martin Pastucha, Public Works Administrator
Kim Gilman, Interim Human Resources / Risk Management Administrator
Ron Straka, Public Works Utility Systems Director
Lori Fleming, Human Services Coordinator
PROCLAMATION
National Diabetes Awareness Month - November 2024:A proclamation by Mayor Pavone
was read declaring November 2024 as National Diabetes Awareness Month and encouraging
everyone to join in this special observance. City Clerk Jason Seth accepted the proclamation
with appreciation.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING
Do Street Vacation Petition (VAC-24-001): This being the date set, and proper notices having
been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Pavone opened
the public hearing to consider the Do Street Vacation Petition (VAC-24-001).
Economic Development Assistant Director Amanda Free reported that the proposed street
vacation is located on an unopened portion of Lyons Ave NE south of NE 4th St. She stated
that the west portion of the right-of-way was vacated in 2001 as part of a plat development
and the southern portion was vacated in 2004 as part of a different plat development. Ms.
Free also reported several reasons that this vacation petition should be denied, however,
requested that the item be referred to the Transportation (Aviation) Committee for further
review because the petitioner had submitted several additional documents as
correspondence for tonight's public hearing.
City Clerk Seth confirmed that the petitioner, Quang Do, had submitted additional documents
supporting his request to vacate the right-of-way.
There being no public comments or additional correspondence, it was
MOVED BY MCIRVIN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
MOVED BY MCIRVIN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL REFER THIS ITEM TO THE
NEXT TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMMITTEE FOR ADDITIONAL REVIEW AND
TO BRING BACK A RECOMMENDATION TO THE FULL COUNCIL FOR ACTION.
CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
CAO Ed VanValey reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City’s recent
progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2023 and
beyond. Items noted were:
Friday, November 22-Saturday, November 23: Looking for that perfect gift? Stop by
the 32nd annual Holiday Bazaar at Renton Community Center; 1715 Maple Valley
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Hwy.; Renton. This year’s bazaar will feature 100 booths overflowing with gifts for
the host/hostess or that special someone. Find hand-crafted jewelry, tableware,
food, holiday decorations, and more. Bazaar hours are Friday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. and
Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information visit our website
rentonwa.gov/holidaybazaar.
Preventative street maintenance will continue to impact traffic and result in
occasional street closures.
AUDIENCE COMMENTS
Matt Hanbey, Renton, submitted a petition with residents' signatures requesting
several changes to the proposed Logan 6 development project located in the North
Renton Neighborhood. He stated that the main concerns are parking and traffic
issues.
Michael Patrick, Renton, also expressed concerns about traffic and parking issues
related to the proposed Logan 6 development.
Sharon Bolstad, Renton, also expressed concerns about parking, traffic, and
ingress/egress to the proposed Logan 6 development.
Tracy Gaudio, Renton, stated that she lives and works in the North Renton
Neighborhood and expressed concerns about traffic and parking issues related to the
proposed Logan 6 development.
Diane Dobson, Renton, read a letter that had been submitted to Council by Sheryl
Friez, a Renton resident, expressing concerns about parking, traffic, and
ingress/egress for the proposed Logan 6 development.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Councilmembers in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Councilmember.
a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of November 4, 2024.Council Concur.
b)AB - 3704 Community & Economic Development Department recommended adoption of an
ordinance amending 2021 International Fire Code and Fire Prevention Regulations in order to
maintain consistency with the adopted Washington State Fire Code, update terminology,
and/or revisions to reflect current practices.Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
c) AB - 3698 Human Resources / Risk Management Department recommended authorizing the
following reclassifications and salary grade adjustments of seven positions effecting twelve
current employees: 1) Administrative Secretary 1 in Executive Services-IT (1 FTE) to IT
Procurement & Contract Coordinator grade a11; Principal Engineer in Public Works-Utilities (2
FTEs), and Airport (1 FTE), title unchanged, grade a37; Water Quality-Treatment Plant
Operator in Public Works (3 FTE), to Water Treatment Plant Operator, grade a19; Water
Utility Inspections - SCADA Technician in Public Works (1 FTE), to SCADA/Telemetry
Technician, grade a21; Water Utility Maintenance Supervisor in Public Works (1 FTE), to
Water Treatment Operations Supervisor, grade a28; Network Systems Manager in Executive
Services-IT (1 FTE), to Infrastructure & Security Manager, grade m38; and Court Services
Supervisor in Municipal Court (2 FTE), to Court Services Manager, grade m25. Additionally,
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authorize the regrade of a vacant Enterprise Applications Manager position from m37 to m38.
Refer to Finance Committee.
d) AB - 3700 Parks & Recreation Department recommended approval of the 2024-2026 contract
with Health Commons Project, in the total amount of $3,129,000 over the term of the
agreement, for the Renton Student Health Hub. Funding for the agreement is proposed to be
HB 1590 funds which is for behavioral health and/or housing related services. Refer to
Finance Committee.
e) AB - 3702 Public Works Facilities Division recommended execution of the Professional
Services Agreement for Janitorial Services, with CCS Facility Services, in the amount of
$392,458.56, for year-round cleaning services for outdoor restrooms. Refer to Finance
Committee.
f) AB - 3703 Public Works Transportation Systems Division recommended authorizing execution
of Change Order No. 25 to CAG-22-163, contract with Pivetta Brother's Construction, Inc., for
additional work related to the Rainier Ave S Corridor Improvements - Phase 4 project. Refer
to Finance Committee.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL CONCUR TO APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PUBLISHED CARRIED.
LEGISLATION
Resolution:
a) Resolution No. 4543: A resolution of the City of Renton, Washington, adopting Policy and
Procedure 800-14.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION
AS READ. CARRIED.
Ordinances for first reading:
b) Ordinance No. 6150: An Ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, establishing a planned
action for the Rainier/Grady Junction TOD Subarea pursuant to the State Environmental Policy
Act; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE
FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING AT THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING. CARRIED.
c) Ordinance No. 6151: An Ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, establishing the
Rainier/Grady Junction Zoning Overlay, adding definitions, authorizing corrections, providing
for severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE
FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING AT THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING. CARRIED.
d) Ordinance No. 6152: An Ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, changing the zoning
classification of several parcels within the City of Renton from Commercial Office (CO) to
Commercial Arterial (CA), providing for severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE
FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING AT THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING. CARRIED.
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Ordinances for second and final reading:
e) Ordinance No. 6143: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, repealing and
replacing section 3-2-5 of the Renton Municipal Code, authorizing corrections, providing for
severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY O'HALLORAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
f) Ordinance No. 6144: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, establishing the
Property Tax Levy for the year 2025 for General City Operational purposes in the amount of
$26,336,260, providing for severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY O'HALLORAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
g) Ordinance No. 6145: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, authorizing the dollar
amount and percentage increase for the Property Tax to be levied for the year 2025,
providing for severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY O'HALLORAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
h) Ordinance No. 6146: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, amending Subsections
8-2-2.G, 8-2-3.C, 8-2-3.E.1, 8-4-24.A.1, 8-4-31.B, 8-4-31.C.4, 8-5-15.A, and 8-5-15.D of the
Renton Municipal Code, establishing Piped Utility Rates for 2025 and 2026, authorizing
corrections, providing for severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY O'HALLORAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
i) Ordinance No. 6147: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, adopting the Biennial
Budget for the years 2025/2026, providing for severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY O'HALLORAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
j) Ordinance No. 6148: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, amending Sections 4-1-
210 and 4-1-220 of the Renton Municipal Code, by extending the waiver of certain
development and mitigation fees and extending the Multi-Family Housing Property Tax
Exemption, providing for severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY O'HALLORAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
k) Ordinance No. 6149: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, amending project
review regulations in Section 4-1-140, Subsection 4-6-070.G, Section 4-8-010, Subsections 4-8-
050.A, 4-8-050.B, 4-8-050.D, 4-8-060.B, 4-8-060.C, 4-8-060.E, 4-8-060.G, 4-8-080.A through 4-
8-080.F, 4-8-090.D and 4-8-100.C of the Renton Municipal Code; repealing section 4-8-040;
authorizing corrections; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY O'HALLORAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
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NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics; visit rentonwa.gov/cityclerk for more information.)
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. TIME: 7:44 PM
Jason A. Seth, MMC, City Clerk
Jason Seth, Recorder
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Council Committee Meeting Calendar
November 18, 2024
November 25, 2024
Monday
3:00 p.m. Community ServicesCommittee, Chair Alberson
Location: Council Conference Room/Videoconference
1. Update on the Farmers Market Season
2. Update on the Volunteer Program
3. Emerging Issues in Parks & Recreation
4:00 p.m. Finance Committee, Chair OHalloran
Location: Council Conference Room/Videoconference
1. Vouchers
2. WA DNR Urban & Community Forestry Grant Agreement
3. Reclassifications effective January 1, 2025
4. Renton Student Health Hub Contract Approval
5. Professional Service Agreement for Janitorial Services by CSS Facility
Services
6.Change Order No. 25 to CAG-22-163 with Pivetta Brothers
Construction, Inc. for the Rainier Ave S Corridor Improvements - Phase
4 Project
7. Emerging Issues in Finance
5:00 p.m. Planning & Development Committee, Chair Pérez
Location: Council Conference Room/Videoconference
1.Ordinance Amending 2021 International Fire Code and Fire Prevention
Regulations
2.Overview of 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update*
3. Emerging Issues in CED
6:00 p.m. Committee of the Whole, Chair Prince
Location: Conferencing Center
1. 2025 Legislative Agenda
7:00 p.m. Council Meeting
Location: Council Chambers/Videoconference
*Revised 11/21/2024