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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 5, 2011RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting December 5, 2011 Monday, 7 p.m. MINUTES Council Chambers Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCILMEMBERS CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE SPECIAL PRESENTATION CED: The Next Fifty - Seattle Center Briefing AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: Lombard West Hill Annexation Citizen Comment: Scheuerman - West Hill Annexation Mayor Law called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. TERRI BRIERE, Council President; RICH ZWICKER; GREG TAYLOR; RANDY CORMAN; MARCIE PALMER; DON PERSSON; KING PARKER. DENIS LAW, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; ALEX PIETSCH, Community and Economic Development Administrator; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Public Works Administrator; SUZANNE DALE ESTEY, Economic Development Director; DEPUTY CHIEF ERIK WALLGREN and BATALLION CHIEF/SAFETY OFFICER GREG HARTMAN, Fire & Emergency Services Department; COMMANDER FLOYD ELDRIDGE, Police Department. Economic Development Director Suzanne Dale Estey introduced Tracy Robinson, Executive Director of the Seattle Center Foundation. Ms. Robinson stated that the organizers of the 1962 Seattle World's Fair wanted to achieve the following three goals: 1) improve economic development; 2) put Seattle "on the map;" and 3) create a regional civic center. She explained that the 184 day celebration was about the future and science and technology, and was visited by over 10 million people. Ms. Robinson stated that celebrating the 50th anniversary of the fair offers an opportunity to reintroduce the Pacific Northwest to the world as the center of imagination, innovation, and involvement. She remarked that 20 citizen committees, 115 participating organizations, and 304 Ambassadors will contribute 6,500 volunteer hours in making the celebration a success. Ms. Robinson reported that one theme per month, and two main themes over the entire six-month period will be honored. The six themes are Sustainable Futures, Science and Technology, Global Health, Learning, Commerce and the Innovation Economy, and Civic Action. The two over-arching themes will be Arts, Culture, and Science and History. Concluding, Ms. Robinson asked Council to consider what Renton will look like 50 years from now. Susanne Lombard (King County) shared her experiences working with neighbors in the West Hill community to create a pocket park. She remarked that there are many examples throughout the West Hill area where neighborhoods have worked to together to achieve community goals. She urged Council to set a date for area residents to vote on annexation. Cheryl Scheuerman (Renton) shared her experiences living and working in the West Hill community for the past 26 years. She stated that she understands the fiscal responsibility Council owes to current Renton residents, but she also recognizes the importance of critical infrastructure investment and maintenance. Ms. Scheuerman remarked that the West Hill Business December 5, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 369 Citizen Comment: Beyer- Purchase of New Breathing Apparatuses Citizen Comment: Adams - Special Populations Programs CONSENT AGENDA Council: Meeting Minutes of 11/21/2011 CAG: 11-133, Strander Blvd/SW 27th St Extension Phase I Segment 2A, Guy F Atkinson Construction CED: Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Allocations, Palmer Appointment to Committee CED: Repeal Shoreline Regulations, Ordinance No. 5136 Community Services: Generator Transfer Switch, Homeland Security Subgrant Association strongly supports annexation and believes that Renton is the best governance provider for the area. She urged Council to allow West Hill residents an opportunity to vote on the issue, and to work with the State and County to close any funding gaps. Speaking on behalf of Mine Safety Appl iance (MSA), Brian Beyer (Woodburn, OR), stated that MSA is first and foremost concerned about the safety of Renton firefighters, but also believes their equipment is safe and reliable. Mr. Beyer stated that MSA equipment is National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) approved, and has been used for 40 or 50 years by multiple manufacturers of breathing apparatuses. He remarked that the o-ring failures experienced by the fire department are rare, and requested that further evaluation take place before a final decision to purchase new equipment is made. Audrey Adams (Renton) shared her experiences living in Renton and expressed appreciation for the City's special populations programs. She stated that her son has autism and has been utilizing the programs for many years. Ms. Adams remarked that the Club Thursday program is especially important for the special population as it is their only means to socialize with other people. She praised the volunteers and City staff who make the programs special. Ms. Adams also thanked Council for their support of the programs. Items listed on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. At the request of Councilmember Zwicker, Items 6.d. and 6.f. were removed for separate consideration. Approval of Council meeting minutes of 11/21/2011. Council concur. City Clerk reported bid opening on 10/12/2011 for CAG-11-133, Strander Blvd./ SW 27th St. Extension, Phase I, Segment 2A; 12 bids; engineer's estimate $9,241,338.22; and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the responsive low bidder, Guy F. Atkinson Construction, LLC, in the amount of $11,381,158.70. Council concur. Community and Economic Development Department recommended approval of the Renton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee recommendation to allocate $120,000 to the Renton Chamber of Commerce to fund the Renton Visitors Connection, $80,000 to the Renton Community Marketing Campaign to fund its marketing efforts, and $5,000 to the Community Services Department to fund printing of the South King County Trail Map; and to additionally approve Mayor Law's appointment of Marcie Palmer as Chair of the Renton Lodging Tax Committee. Refer to Finance Committee. Community and Economic Development Department recommended repealing Ordinance No. 5136 regarding shoreline regulations. Ordinance No. 5633 was adopted on 10/24/2011 and supersedes Ordinance No. 5136. Council concur. (See page 373 for ordinance.) Community Services Department recommended approval of an agreement with King County to accept a Homeland Security sub-grant in the amount of $158,000 for the installation of a generator transfer switch at the Renton Community Center. Refer to Finance Committee. Decembers, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 370 Fire: SCBA Gear Replacement, Scott Air Packs Transportation: Strander Blvd/SW 27th St Extension Phase 1 Segment 2A, TIB Grant CAG-11-125: Maplewood Creek & Madsen Creek Sediment Basin Cleaning Project - 2011, Sierra Pacific Construction Utility: Maintenance of Drainage Facilities, Code Amendment Utility: 2012-2014 Annual Roster of Consultants Separate Consideration Item 6d. CED: 2012 State Legislative Agenda & State of Policy Positions Separate Consideration Item Annexation: West Hill, Election Delayed to 11/6/2012 Fire and Emergency Services Department recommended approval of a sole source contract with Scott Air Packs in the amount of $133,987 annually through 2014 in order to replace failing Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) gear. Council concur. Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of a Fuel Tax Grant Distribution agreement to accept $1,650,000 from the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board (requiring 20% local match) for the Strander Blvd./SW 27th St. Extension, Phase I, Segment 2A project. Council concur. Utility Systems Division recommended approval of CAG-11-125, Maplewood Creek and Madsen Creek Sediment Basin Cleaning Project - 2011, and requested approval of the project, final pay estimate in the amount of $2,250.71, commencement of a 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of $3,135.14 to Sierra Pacific Construction, contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur. Utility Systems Division recommended amending City Code regarding maintenance of drainage facilities on single-family plats with public streets, and clarifying currently adopted (Ordinance No. 5526) flow control Best Management Practices requirements. Refer to Utilities Committee. Utility Systems Division requested approval of the annual roster of consultants chosen to provide General Utility Engineering, Hydraulics/Hydrology, Soils/Geotechnical, Geohydrology, Plan Review, Construction/Inspection Services, Corrosion Control Services, Critical Areas, Land Surveying Services, Telemetry and SCADA Systems, Photogrammetry Services, and Environmental Services in 2012, with the option of extending the roster annually in 2013 and 2014 upon department administrator approval. Council concur. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA MINUS ITEMS 6.d. AND 6.f. CARRIED. Community and Economic Dcvolopmont Department recommended approval of the 2012 State Legislative Agenda and Statement of Policy Positions, which serve as guidance for City staff during the State legislative session. Refer to Committee of tho Whole. Councilmember Zwicker requested that Item 6.d. be withdrawn from the agenda. Chief Administrative Officer Covington remarked that the item will be amended and presented at the next Council meeting for concurrence. Community and Economic Development Department recommended adoption of a resolution delaying the West Hill Annexation election until 11/6/2012 in order to study possible legislative impacts regarding the Governor's proposal to eliminate the sales tax credit program for future annexations. Council concur. MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 6.f. AS PRESENTED.* December 5, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 371 Councilmember Zwicker remarked that the Governor's new proposed budget change, and the related legislative uncertainty, has added a new wrinkle to the discussion about West Hill. He stated that West Hill has to vote to come in to the City before the discussion can be continued, however, he agrees with the administration's concerns regarding the legislative uncertainty. Councilmember Corman remarked that he is aware that the issue is about whether or not the City will receive a sales tax credit, but expressed concerns regarding the time-frame for the election. Mayor Law stated that the City is still within the proper time-frame. Councilmember Taylor questioned whether or not the City would still proceed with the vote if it becomes clear at the end of the legislative session that the sales tax credit would be lost or reduced. Mayor Law remarked that in that case, the administration would prepare another cost analysis for Council to help in their decision making process. He stated that ultimately it would be up to Council whether or not to allow the vote. Councilmember Taylor remarked that he had received this information late last week and that residents of West Hill are likely prepared to vote on the issue in February. He remarked that he is not ready to postpone the vote because if the City learns that funding is not going to be available there will still be an effort to pursue alternate sources of funding. Mr. Taylor explained that having the vote in February can work in the City's favor because if it is negative the City can focus on retaining the sales tax credit for the Benson Hill area, and not waste resources pursuing alternate funding sources. He noted that he understands the fiscal uncertainties, but is hesitant to postpone the vote without an assurance that the opportunity to vote will be given again to West Hill residents. Chief Administrative Officer Covington remarked that the administration has also wrestled with the issue brought up by Mr. Taylor. He explained that the Governor's proposal to pull the sales tax credit for future annexations is a significant change, and creates enough additional uncertainty that it might impact the way some people consider the election. He further explained that postponing the election allows the City to evaluate the legislative impacts that will determine how the services will be provided in the area. Councilmember Taylor expressed concern that there was not more time to vet this issue. He stated that he is still of the mind that allowing a vote in February has merit, and would provide direction to the City regarding pursuing additional funding for West Hill. He also remarked that he believes it would be beneficial for legislators to know the intent of residents of the area. Mr. Taylor reiterated that he would like assurance that West Hill residents will be given an opportunity to vote on the issue. Councilmember Parker remarked that he is a proponent of having West Hill become part of Renton, however, as a representative for Renton citizens he must make decisions that will not jeopardize the current services being provided to Renton residents. He stated that he could not possibly move this issue forward with the looming uncertainties regarding funding. Mr. Parker remarked that he wants to make sure that the residents of West Hill December 5, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 372 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Committee of the Whole CED: Boeing 737 MAX Program Finance Committee Finance: Vouchers Planning & Development Committee CED: Title IV (Development Regulations) Docket #7 understand what services they'll receive, and Renton residents understand what services will be maintained. He explained that the City cannot provide this information in time for a February vote, and therefore supports moving the date to November 2012. Councilmember Persson added that there is no guarantee that the decision regarding the sales tax credit will be completed by the legislature by February. He explained that if that happens, Council will be faced with having to decide whether or not to accept the annexation without knowing if it will be financially feasible. In that scenario, he will encourage Council to not accept the annexation. •MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 6.f. AS PRESENTED CARRIED. (See page 373 for resolution.) Council President Briere presented a Committee of the Whole report recommending support of the staff recommendation to adopt a resolution expressing appreciation to The Boeing Company for choosing Renton as the location for production of the 737 MAX. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 373 for resolution.) Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending approval of Claim Vouchers 308187 - 308465, and two wire transfers totaling $2,483,393.21, and no payroll vouchers. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Planning and Development Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to adopt the following items on the 2011 Title IV Docket: D-67: Rebuild Approval Permit - Amend Title IV to permit legal non- conforming uses and structures to rebuild, reconstruct, and/or be repaired when damaged by fire, explosion, or an act of God. The proposed changes would permit reconstruction of legal non-conforming structures without a limit on the latest assessed or appraised value of the building and would require such reconstruction to be consistent with current development and design standards of the zone of the structure is located in. In addition, these changes would eliminate the Rebuild Approval Permit and additional housekeeping items. D-69: Auto Repair and Sales - Regulates auto repair businesses to distinguish them from wrecking yards and vehicle storage. Requires screening, fencing, and landscaping for auto repair businesses, including auto body shops. D-70: Right-of-Way Dedication Procedure Streamlining - Streamline the right- of-way dedication process by making short plats, binding site plans, and stand- alone projects administrative in place of Council concurrence. D-71: Miscellaneous Residential Standards - Clarify when Urban Design Overlay requirements have authority over other provisions within the code; require one parking space per Accessory Dwelling Unit; and provide clarity regarding the applicability of Residential Design Standards for additions/expansions, variety in color, and open space requirements for attached dwellings. December 5, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 373 RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES RESOLUTION #4125 Annexation: West Hill, Election Delayed to 11/6/2012 RESOLUTION #4126 CED: Boeing 737 MAX Program CED: Repeal Shoreline Regulations, Ordinance No. 5136 D-77: Administrative Code Interpretations - Various code interpretations issued in 2010 through June 2011, including CI-09: Electric Vehicle Infrastructure; Cl-ll: Impervious Surfacing; CI-12: Setbacks in the R-10 and R- 14; CI-14: Density, Net Rounding; CI-15: Indoor Small Vehicle Sales; CI-16: Tree Removal Activities; CI-17: Recreation Facilities, Indoor, New; CI-18: Urban Separator Overlays of Soos Creek and Lake Desire; CI-19: Special Fill and Grade Permit; and CI-20: Address Assignment. The Committee further recommended that the ordinances regarding these matters be presented for first reading. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.* Council President Briere asked if Docket #D-69 regarding auto repair and sales regulates how many vehicles can be parked at an auto repair business. Community and Economic Development Administrator Alex Pietsch remarked that the new regulations if adopted would limit the length of time the cars could be parked at an auto repair business. Councilmember Parker added that the business has to prove that the cars are there for repair purposes, and parking is limited to 72 hours unless on-going repairs to a vehicle are being conducted. Mayor Law restated Ms. Briere's question regarding whether or not the new legislation addresses the number of vehicles allowed to park on a site. Mr. Parker confirmed that the proposed ordinance does not restrict how many vehicles can be parked at an auto repair business. •MOTION CARRIED. (See page 374 for ordinances.) The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption: A resolution was read amending Resolution No. 4061 calling for the annexation by election of the West Hill Annexation Area by changing the election date to November 6, 2012. MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. A resolution was read expressing appreciation to The Boeing Company for choosing Renton as the location for production of Boeing's 737 MAX Airplane. MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the 12/12/2011 Council meeting for second and final reading: An ordinance was read repealing Ordinance No. 5136 regarding Shoreline Master Program regulations. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 12/12/2011. CARRIED. December 5, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 374 CED: Title IV (Development Regulations) Docket #D-67, Rebuild Approval Permit CED: Title IV (Development Regulations) Docket #D-69, Auto Repair and Sales CED: Title IV (Development Regulations) Docket #D-70, Right-of-Way Dedication Procedure Streamlining CED: Title IV (Development Regulations) Docket #D-71, Miscellaneous Residential Standards CED: Title IV (Development Regulations) Docket #D-77, Administrative Code Interpretations ADJOURNMENT An ordinance was read amending Sections 4-2-050 and 4-2-080 of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts - Uses and Standards, Section 4-8-070 of Chapter 8, Permits - General and Appeals, Section 4-9-120 of Chapter 9, Permits - Specific, and Sections 4-10-050 and 4-10-060 of Chapter 10, Legal Nonconforming Structures, Uses and Lots, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, by removing rebuild approval permits and amending provisions applicable to legal nonconforming structures and uses. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 12/12/2011. CARRIED. At the request of Council President Briere, the ordinance regarding auto repair and sales was not read. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR FIRST READING AND ADVANCEMENT TO SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 12/12/2011. CARRIED. An ordinance was read amending Sections 4-7-070 and 4-7-230 of Chapter 7, Subdivision Regulations, and Section 4-11-040 of Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, by allowing the administrator of Community and Economic Development, the administrator of Public Works, and the Hearing Examiner to approve right-of-way dedications in order to streamline the procedure. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 12/12/2011. CARRIED. An ordinance was read amending Sections 4-2-110 and 4-2-115 of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts - Uses and Standards, Section 4-3-100 of Chapter 3, Environmental Regulations and Overlay Districts, and Section 4-4-080 of Chapter 4, City-Wide Property Development Regulations, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, amending the regulations regarding residential fence heights in front yards, residential design standards applicability, design guidelines, and parking for accessory dwelling units. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 12/12/2011. CARRIED. An ordinance was read amending Sections 4-2-020 and 4-2-110 of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts - Uses and Standards, Section 4-4-130 of Chapter 4, City-Wide Property Development Regulations, 4-9-080 and 4-9-195 of Chapter 9, Permits - Specific, 4-11-040, 4-11-090, 4-11-210, and 4-11-220 of Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, by amending certain regulations pursuant to the Department of Community and Economic Development's 2010 - June 2011 Administrative Code Interpretations. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 12/12/2011. CARRIED. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 7:57 p.m. Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk Jason Seth, Recorder December 5, 2011 RENTON CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR Office of the City Clerk COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING December 5, 2011 • COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE (Briere) MON., 12/12 CANCELED COMMUNITYSERVICES (Palmer) MON., 12/12 English & Andrews Appointments to 6:30 p.m. Municipal Arts Commission FINANCE (Persson) MON., 12/12 Emerging Issues in Revenue Streams - 4:30 p.m. Liabilities & Claims Review; Lease Addendum with Verizon Wireless; Sub-grant Agreement with King County; 2012 Lodging Tax Allocations; Utility Leak Adjustment - Puget Sound Energy; Utility Leak Adjustment - McLaughlin Properties PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT (Parker) THURS., 12/8 Title IV (Development Regulations) Docket 3 p.m. #7 PUBLIC SAFETY (Taylor) TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) (Corman) THURS., 12/8 Status of Transportation Projects (briefing 5 p.m. only) UTILITIES (Zwicker) THURS., 12/8 Clean Community Initiative; 4 p.m. Maintenance of Drainage Facilities; Latecomer Agreement with Renton Housing Authority 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.