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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 7, 2011RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting February 7, 2011 Monday, 7 p.m. M I N UTES Council Chambers Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCILMEMBERS CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE SPECIAL PRESENTATION Community Services: Ron Regis Recognition, Park Commission PUBLIC MEETING Annexation: Tess, SE 132nd St & 164th Ave SE 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; GARMON NEWSOM, Assistant City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; TERRY HIGASHIYAMA, Community Services Administrator; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Public Works Administrator; ALEX PIETSCH, Community and Economic Development Administrator; IWEN WANG, Finance and Information Technology Administrator; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARTY WINE, Assistant CAO; SUZANNE DALE ESTEY, Economic Development Director; ANGIE MATHIAS, Associate Planner; DEPUTY CHIEF ERIK WALLGREN, Fire and Emergency Services Department; DEPUTY CHIEF TIM TROXEL, Police Department. Mayor Law stated that the Ron Regis presentation was intended to provide special recognition to Mr. Regis for serving on the Park Commission for 47 years. He explained that Mr. Regis is unable to attend tonight's meeting, and so the presentation will be rescheduled. Mayor Law stated that King County Councilmember Julia Patterson had no yet arrived to the meeting, and if there were no objections from Council, her presentation would be conducted later in the agenda after the public meeting. Council voiced no objections. This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Law opened the public meeting to consider the 10% Notice of Intent to Annex petition for the proposed Tess Annexation; 16.3 acres bordered to the north by SE 132nd St., to the east by 164th Ave. SE, to the south by SE 134th St., and to the west by 160th Ave. SE. Community and Economic Development Administrator Alex Pietsch introduced Associate Planner Angie Mathias. Ms. Mathias reported that the annexation site is within the City's potential annexation area and contains single family lots and vacant land. She remarked that there are no regulated slopes, critical areas, wetlands, or streams in the area. Ms. Mathias stated that public services are currently provided by Fire District #25, Water District #90, Renton sewer service, and the Issaquah School District. Reviewing the site's zoning, Ms. Mathias stated that existing King County zoning is R-4 (four dwelling units per gross acre). She stated that the City's Comprehensive Plan designates the site as Residential Low Density and that the area was pre-zoned as R-4 (four dwelling units per net acre) in 2007. February 7, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 29 Ms. Mathias reported that the proposed annexation is generally consistent with City annexation policies and Boundary Review Board objectives. Regarding the fiscal impact analysis, she stated that at current development there would be slight deficit of $4,336, and at full build-out there would be a moderate surplus of $12,500. She also noted that there were no concerns from City departments. Ms. Mathias reported that two requests to amend the boundaries were received. She stated that the first request involves removing an easement that provides access to parcels that are not included in the annexation area, and the second request is regarding the addition of one parcel to the east. She remarked that the administration recommends accepting the petition, amending the boundary as requested, and authorizing circulation of the 60% petition specifying that property owners accept the City's Comprehensive Plan land use designation and zoning. Public comment was invited. Caren Smith (King County) expressed concern regarding potential traffic impacts on SE 132nd St. She remarked that a 46-home development is proposed near the annexation area and stated that the roads are not wide enough to handle the additional vehicles. She asked what residents can do to keep 162nd Ave. SE and 164th Ave. SE from becoming through streets. Mary Ellen Hamblin (King County) expressed concern regarding potential impacts of the annexation. She asked if the City had received a development proposal, whether the area could be rezoned in the future, whether 162nd Ave. SE could be developed into a through road, and whether environmental impacts had been considered. Mr. Pietsch stated that the City's Comprehensive Plan designation for the area is Residential Low Density which allows three types of zones: R-4 (Residential Four Dwelling Units per Net Acre), R-l (Residential One Dwelling Unit per Net Acre), and RC (Resource Conservation). He reiterated that the area was pre- zoned in 2007 as R-4, and that the administration is not recommending that it be changed. He also noted that the City has not received a development proposal at this time. Continuing, Mr. Pietsch stated that although there is an existing right-of-way for the alignment of 162nd Ave. SE, the City is not aware of any plans to actually construct the road. He cautioned, however, that a future development could trigger the construction of the road regardless of whether it is in City limits or remains a part of unincorporated King County. There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC MEETING. CARRIED. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ACCEPT THE 10% NOTICE OF INTENT PETITION FOR THE TESS ANNEXATION, AMEND THE BOUNDARY AS REQUESTED, AND AUTHORIZE THE CIRCULATION OF A 60% DIRECT PETITION TO ANNEX SPECIFYING THAT SIGNERS SUPPORT FUTURE ZONING CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION AND ZONING. CARRIED. Februarys 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 30 SPECIAL PRESENTATION King County: Councilmember Julia Patterson, Update CONSENT AGENDA Council Meeting Minutes of 1/24/2011 City Clerk: Quarterly Contract List, 10/1/2010 -12/31/2010 King County Councilmember Julia Patterson reported that the 5th Council District that she serves covers approximately half of Renton and includes a portion of the Skyway area. She stated that she is serving her 10th year on the County Council and is working with Renton on annexation, flooding, regional trail system, and transit issues. Ms. Patterson acknowledged that King County's budget crisis is not unique, and that $150 million in cuts to the $630 million General Fund has been made in the past two years. She reported that 300 jobs were eliminated last year, which caused people to be added to the State's unemployment roles and cut critical services to county residents. Ms. Patterson emphasized that 90% of County employees chose not to take a cost of living adjustment for 2011. She reported that there is a $20 million shortfall this year and the County is banking on improving efficiency measures to absorb this deficit. Ms. Patterson stated that she will again be serving on the Regional Transit Committee and the committee hopes to adopt METRO'S 10-year Strategic Plan. She remarked that the idea is to make METRO financially sustainable and also to reallocate bus service throughout King County, including under-served bus routes in Renton. She also noted that two METRO vans were donated to Renton charities, the Somali Youth and Family Club in Skyway, and the Salvation Army Renton Rotary Food Bank. Continuing, Ms. Patterson stated that she will serve as chair of the King County Flood District in 2011. She thanked City officials and staff for being instrumental in the effort to convince the federal government to provide $44 million in temporary improvements to reduce the risk of flooding from the Green River. Ms. Patterson announced that she will no longer serve on the King County Board of Health, and remarked that during her time on the board, King County adopted regulations regarding menu labeling in fast food restaurants, banned trans fat in fast food restaurants, and adopted a healthcare reform initiative. She also remarked that she is excited about the new partnership between the Valley Medical Center and the University of Washington. Ms. Patterson reported that progress has been made on the Lake to Sound Trail, and that two segments are currently in the design phase. She explained that the trail is a 16-mile regional trail that links Lake Washington to the Puget Sound from Renton through Tukwila, Seatac, and Des Moines. She stated that construction is set to begin in 2012 with the trail ready for pedestrians and bicyclists in 2013. Concluding, Ms. Patterson thanked Mayor Law for displaying leadership in regards to the annexation of the West Hill area. She pledged her willingness to work with the City on this issue. Mayor Law thanked Councilmember Patterson for all she has done for the City. Items listed on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Approval of Council meeting minutes of 1/24/2011. Council concur. City Clerk submitted quarterly contract list for period 10/1/2010 through 12/31/2010, and expiration report for agreements expiring 1/1/2011 to 6/30/2011. Information. February 7, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 31 CED: School Impact Fees Latecomer Agreement: Jones, Classic Concepts V, LA-10-001 CED: HOF Award, Providence Health & Services CED: Sunday Farmers Market, Valley Medical Center MOU Community Services: Fee Waiver Request, Liberty High School Golf Team Community Services: Fee Waiver Request, CROPWALK Transportation: Rainier Ave S Resurfacing, WSDOT Grant Transportation: Rainier Ave S & SW 27th St/Strander Blvd Funding, Sound Transit Community and Economic Development Department recommended approval to revise the amounts of the impact fees collected on behalf of the Issaquah and Kent School Districts, adopt the 2010 Issaquah School District Capital Facilities Plan and the Kent School District 2010/2011 through 2015/2016 Capital Facilities Plan, and continue to collect the current impact fee on behalf of the Renton School District and retain the Renton School District 2008 Capital Facilities Plan. Refer to Finance Committee, set public hearing on 2/28/2011. Community and Economic Development Department requested final approval of the 15-year Classic Concepts V, LLC latecomer agreement requested by Wm. Wayne Jones, Jr. for sewer main extension at SE 2nd PI. and SE 2nd St., west of Hoquiam Ave. NE, and requested authorization to finalize the agreement per City Code. Refer to Utilities Committee. Community and Economic Development Department requested approval to award $25,000 from the Housing Opportunity Fund to Providence Health & Services to support the development and construction of the proposed Providence Renton House affordable housing project. Refer to Planning and Development Committee. Community and Economic Development Department recommended approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Valley Medical Center for the establishment of a Sunday Farmers Market at Valley Medical Center. Council concur. (See page 32 for resolution.) Community Services Department recommended waiving the 2011 high school golf team fees in the amount of $2,900 for the Liberty High School girls golf team in exchange for golf course maintenance services. Refer to Finance Committee. Community Services Department requested approval to waive picnic shelter fees in the amount of $600 for the annual CROPWALK event on 5/15/2011. Refer to Finance Committee. Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of a funding agreement in the amount of $500,000 with the Washington State Department of Transportation for reimbursement of the resurfacing of Rainier Ave. S., and approval of all subsequent amendments necessary to accomplish the construction of this project. Council concur. (See page 32 for resolution.) Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement with Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority (Sound Transit) reaffirming their commitment to contribute $18.9 million to the City's Rainier Ave. Arterial Improvements ($14.9 million) and Strander Blvd./SW 27th St. Extension projects ($4 million). This agreement supersedes CAG-06-069, retains the previous funding commitments, reflects the current design of the projects, and establishes a funding schedule for construction. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. February 7, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 32 UNFINISHED BUSINESS FINANCE COMMITTEE Finance: Vouchers Executive: Public Defender Services, Cayce & Grove Finance: Water Billing Adjustment, Sciola RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES RESOLUTION #4080 CED: Sunday Farmers Market, Valley Medical Center MOU RESOLUTION #4081 Transportation: Rainier Ave S Resurfacing, WSDOT Grant ORDINANCE #5588 CED: Civil Enforcement of Code Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending approval of Claim Vouchers 300417 - 300789 and one wire transfer totaling $4,570,659.75; and approval of 723 direct deposits, 70 payroll vouchers, and one wire transfer totaling $2,460,633.47. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve a two-year contract with Cayce & Grove, LLC in the amount of $369,224 for public defense services and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the agreement. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve a utility billing adjustment for the utility account of Nick Sciola in the total amount of $3,265.60. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption: A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Valley Medical Center regarding the Farmers Market at Valley Medical Center. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an interlocal agreement with the State of Washington Department of Transportation entitled "SR 167 Funding Agreement between the State of Washington Department of Transportation and the City of Renton." MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading: An ordinance was read amending Section 1-3-2, Civil Penalties, and Subsection 1-3-5.M., Penalties, of Chapter 3, Remedies and Penalties, of Title I (Administrative), Sections 8-1-4, Unlawful Storage, Deposit, Disposal, Scavenging and Hauling of Solid Waste, and 8-1-7, Violations of this Chapter and Penalties, of Chapter 1, Garbage, of Title VIII (Health and Sanitation), Sections 9-8-8, Hazardous Conditions on Public Street Right-of-Way, and 9-8-11, Penalty, of Chapter 8, Sidewalk Construction, 9-10-1, Permission Required, and 9-10-12, Violations and Penalties, of Chapter 10, Street Excavations, of Title IX (Public Ways and Property), of City Code, amending the regulations regarding civil enforcement of the Renton Municipal Code, declaring certain violations a misdemeanor, providing for civil monetary penalties, reserving Section 8-1-7 and deleting Sections 9-8-11 and 9-10-12. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. Februarys 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 33 AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: Robertson Proposed Tess Annexation Citizen Comment: Martinez- Proposed Tess Annexation ADJOURNMENT Paul Robertson (King County) remarked that he and his neighbors do not wish to be annexed and requested information on how to keep it from happening. He asked what the cost difference would be if annexed compared to remaining in unincorporated King County. Citing traffic concerns, he also asked how he could stop or postpone the development of the road (162nd Ave. SE) that runs through his property. Mayor Law asked Mr. Robertson to give his contact information to Mr. Pietsch. He also noted that property owners will have to sign a 60% petition in order for the annexation to move forward. Mark Martinez (Renton) asked if 162nd Ave. SE can be developed if the Tess Annexation area remains unincorporated or is annexed to the City. He stated that it runs through his family's property and they are concerned for the safety of their children. He remarked that his family does not own the land as it is a right-of-way owned by King County. Councilmember Parker remarked that the land is a designated right-of-way (for 162nd Ave. SE) and could potentially be developed regardless if it is in the county or annexed to Renton. He stated that area residents should ask themselves if they would rather have local representation or have to go to downtown Seattle to talk to their elected officials. He also noted that the City's zoning designation for the area is less dense than what is allowed by the county. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 7:48 p.m. Bonnie Walton, CMC, City Clerk Jason Seth, Recorder February 7, 2011 RENTON CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR Office of the City Clerk COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING February 7, 2011 COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE (Briere) MON., 2/14 5:30 p.m. Economic Forecast - Briefing COMMUNITY SERVICES (Palmer) MON., 2/14 CANCELED FINANCE (Persson) MON., 2/14 High School Golf Course Fee Waiver 4:30 p.m. Request; CROPWALK Fee Waiver Request- Emerging Issues in Revenue PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT (Parker) THURS., 2/10 Housing Opportunity Fund Award for 3 p.m. Providence Renton House; Title IV (Development Regulations) Docket #5 Recommendations; 2011 CED Work Program (briefing only) PUBLIC SAFETY (Taylor) TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) (Corman) THURS., 2/10 Emerging Issues in Transportation; 4 p.m. Rainier Ave. S. & SW 27th St. Funding Agreement with Sound Transit UTILITIES (Zwicker) THURS., 2/10 2:30 p.m. Classic Concepts Latecomer Agreement 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.