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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - January 14, 2013RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting January 14, 2013 Council Chambers Monday, 7 p.m. MINUTES Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER Mayor Law called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. ROLL CALL OF RANDY CORMAN, Council President; MARCIE PALMER; DON PERSSON; ED COUNCILMEMBERS PRINCE; TERRI BRIERE; RICH ZWICKER; GREG TAYLOR. CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE DENIS LAW, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; MARK BARBER, Senior Assistant City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Public Works Administrator; IWEN WANG, Administrative Services Administrator; CHIP VINCENT, Community and Economic Development Administrator; TERRY HIGASHIYAMA, Community Services Administrator; PREETI SHRIDHAR, Deputy Public Affairs Administrator; FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR MARK PETERSON, DEPUTY CHIEF BILL FLORA, DEPUTY CHIEF ERIK WALLGREN and LIEUTENANT JEFF VOLLANDT, Fire & Emergency Services Department; COMMANDER DAVE LEIBMAN, Police Department. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn reported that King County King County: Councilmember unanimously adopted a $7.6 billion budget, of which 73% is dedicated to Dunn - State of County criminal justice. He remarked that funding was preserved for staffing levels for Update superior and district courts, the County's AAA credit rating was protected despite the tough economic times, and there is now an appropriate amount of cash reserves set aside in a rainy day fund. He stated that the budget focused on reforming County government by investing in technology to improve efficiency and by streamlining services that are delivered to constituents. Mr. Dunn reported that he was able to secure and donate a retired King County METRO van to the Renton Fire and Emergency Services Department's Explorer Program. He remarked that he has another van available for donation and solicited requests from Council for other worthy programs. He reported that he will be continuing as Chairman of the Regional Transportation Committee, and noted that METRO has been recommended to receive funding to extend the RapidRide F line to The Landing in Renton. He also reported that he will be Chairman of the King County Flood Control District this year. Mr. Dunn stated that one of his legislative priorities will be an anti-human trafficking measure. He remarked that an estimated 300 to 500 young people, mostly women, will be brought into slavery in King County this year alone. He stated that a reporting hotline will be advertised on METRO buses and through Clear Channel Communications to raise public awareness of this issue. Concluding, Mr. Dunn reported that another priority of his will be the HERO (Heroes Employment Reintegration Opportunity) program. He stated that the program provides veterans with a paid internship of at least 30 hours per week for six months. He explained that the goal is to assist veterans with reintegrating into the workforce. Mayor Law thanked Mr. Dunn for the work he does on behalf of the City. January 14, 2013 Renton City Council Minutes Page 12 Fire: Employee & Citizen Recognition ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: Adams- Water Fluoridation CONSENT AGENDA Council: Meeting Minutes of 1/7/2013 Finance: Utility Billing Adjustment Request, The Rock Wood Fired Pizza Fire and Emergency Services Administrator Mark Peterson presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Joey Juaregui for his quick actions following a vehicular accident that occurred on 10/11/2012. Chief Peterson explained that Mr. Juaregui drove up to the accident scene, noted that the injured driver was pinned inside the burning vehicle, and used a fire extinguisher from his own vehicle to put the fire out. Chief Peterson remarked that Juaregui's actions saved the driver's life. Additionally, Chief Peterson announced that Firefighter Jeff Vollandt was promoted to Lieutenant on 7/1/2012. He stated that Lt. Vollandt was hired by King County Fire District in 1992 and became a Renton Firefighter in 1993. Chief Peterson praised Lt. Vollandt's work ethic, and acknowledged the sacrifices his family made during the promotional process. Lt. Vollandt introduced members of his family, and thanked Council and the administration for his promotion. Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2013 and beyond. One item noted was: # Due to dangerously low temperatures, the City of Renton is partnering with Catholic Community Services to keep the Severe Weather Shelter (SWS) open at Renton Harambee Center (316 S. 3rd St.). The SWS will open nightly at 8:30 p.m. Monday January 14, Tuesday January 15, and Wednesday January 16, closing at 7 a.m. Separate sleeping areas have been prepared for men, women, and families with children. Registration is required at the door and, as with all shelters, rules for the health and safety of clients, staff, and the broader community will apply. Audrey Adams (Renton) shared a story about a woman she met who has to buy bulk non-fluoridated water because drinking fluoridated water causes her to experience stomach aches and headaches. She stated that a report from 2006 found that fluoride impairs cognitive functions in adults. Ms. Adams also made the following requests: 1) conduct an independent study of the sodium fluoride before it is diluted in the City's water supply to determine if it contains any contaminants, 2) provide her with a copy of the Certificate of Analysis (COA) from the most recent shipment of sodium fluoride, 3) provide her with a copy of the most recent Material Data Safety Sheet (MSDS) regarding sodium fluoride, and 4) provide her with an empty sodium fluoride bag. Items listed on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Approval of Council meeting minutes of 1/7/2013. Council concur. Administrative Services Department submitted a request from The Rock Wood Fired Pizza for a utility bill adjustment due to a water leak and recommended granting the adjustment in the amount of $7,180.40. Refer to Finance Committee. January 14, 2013 Renton City Council Minutes Page 13 CED: Kirkland Townhomes Development & Mitigation Fee Waiver Request, Renton Housing Authority CAG: 12-084, Downtown Surveillance Improvement, Absco Alarms Utility: Cedar River Gravel Removal, King County Grant CAG: 12-065, Elliot Spawning Channel Repair, TF Sahli Construction CAG: 12-131, Oakesdale Pump Station Repair, Whitney Equipment Company UNFINISHED BUSINESS Committee of the Whole Lease: Jail Use as Homeless Shelter, Renton Ecumenical Association of Churches Solid Waste: Strike Settlement Funds Distribution, Waste Management Community and Economic Development Department recommended approval to waive all development and mitigation fees for the Renton Housing Authority's Kirkland Townhomes, an 18-unit two and three-bedroom affordable housing development project in the Renton Highlands, and requested approval to record the related affordable housing set aside restrictive covenant. Refer to Planning and Development Committee. Community Services Department submitted CAG-12-084, Downtown Core Surveillance Improvement project; and requested approval of the project, commencement of a 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of $5,612.47 to Absco Alarms, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur. Utility Systems Division recommended approval of an interlocal agreement with King County to accept grant funds in the amount of $5,313,000 for the Cedar River Gravel Removal project. Council concur. (See page 14 for resolution.) Utility Systems Division submitted CAG-12-065, Elliot Spawning Channel Repair project; and requested approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of $5,724.66, commencement of a 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of $13,783.08 to TF Sahli Construction, contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur. Utility Systems Division submitted CAG-12-131, Oakesdale Pump Station Repair project; and requested approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of $3,320.04, commencement of a 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of $3,032 to Whitney Equipment Company, contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. Council President Corman presented a Committee of the Whole report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the Memorandum of Understanding and the lease agreement with the Renton Ecumenical Association of Churches (REACH) for the Center of Hope Day Shelter for a period of three years, located in wing "A" of the former City of Renton jail, level P2 of the current City Hall building, 1055 S. Grady Way. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Council President Corman presented a Committee of the Whole report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to use settlement funds received from Waste Management to provide a one-time direct credit of $10 to each residential customer and $50 to each multi-family and commercial customer as mitigation for the inconvenience caused by the lack of collection during the temporary disruption in garbage, recycling, and yard/food waste collection caused by a labor strike that occurred from 7/25/2012 to 8/2/2012. In announcing the credit, the Administration shall also inform City residents of the various programs and recycling opportunities available to them. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. January 14,2013 Renton City Council Minutes Page 14 RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES RESOLUTION #4166 Utility: Cedar River Gravel Removal, King County Grant NEW BUSINESS Council: Renton School District Superintendent Search Community Event: 6th Annual Washington State Korean Day Celebration ADJOURNMENT The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption: A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an interlocal agreement with King County regarding the Cedar River Gravel Removal project. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. Councilmember Zwicker stated that he and Councilmember Prince met with the consultants conducting the search for the new Renton School District superintendent. He stated that they were able to offer their perspectives on the types of materials and questionnaires the consultants will use in their search for a new superintendent. Mr. Zwicker remarked that continuing the new working relationship with the district was declared a priority. Councilmember Taylor announced that he had attended the 6th Annual Washington State Korean Day Celebration. He explained that the event highlighted the achievements of Washington Korean Americans. Mr. Taylor also remarked that State Senator Paull Shin shared information about his humble beginnings growing up in Korea. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED Time: 7:32 p.m. Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk Jason Seth, Recorder January 14, 2013 RENTON CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR Office of the City Clerk COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING January 14, 2013 COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE (Corman) MON., 1/21 NO MEETINGS (CITY HOLIDAY) MON., 1/28 Comprehensive Plan Update (briefing 6 p.m. only); Sunset Area Community Investment Strategy (briefing only) COMMUNITY SERVICES (Taylor) MON., 1/28 CANCELED FINANCE (Briere) MON., 1/28 Vouchers; 4:30 p.m. Emerging Issues in Revenue Streams; Enterprise Asset Management and EnerGov Building Permit Systems PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT (Zwicker) THURS., 1/24 Kirkland Townhomes Fee Waiver Request; 3 p.m. Comprehensive Plan Update Work Program & Public Participation Plan PUBLIC SAFETY (Persson) MON., 1/28 Pipeline Safety; 5:30 p.m. Emerging Issues in Law Enforcement TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) (Palmer) THURS., 1/24 4 p.m. Emerging Issues in Transportation UTILITIES (Prince) MON., 1/28 CANCELED NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers unless otherwise noted. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room unless otherwise noted.