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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 6, 2011RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting June 6, 2011 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 TERRI BRIERE, Council President; RICH ZWICKER; GREG TAYLOR; RANDY COUNCILMEMBERS CORMAN; MARCIE PALMER; KING PARKER. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMEMBER DON PERSSON. CARRIED. CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE DENIS LAW, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; MARK BARBER, Senior Assistant City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; ALEX PIETSCH, Community and Economic Development (CED) Administrator; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Public Works Administrator; IWEN WANG, Finance and Information Technology Administrator; RICH PERTEET, Deputy Public Works Administrator -Transportation; CHIP VINCENT, Planning Director; SUZANNE DALE ESTEY, Economic Development Director and ANGIE MATHIAS, Associate Planner, CED Department; PREETI SHRIDHAR, Communications Director; MARTY WINE, Assistant Chief Administrative Officer; DEPUTY CHIEF ERIK WALLGREN and EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR DEBORAH NEEDHAM, Fire & Emergency Services Department SPECIAL PRESENTATION Community and Economic Development Administrator Alex Pietsch presented CED: Puget Sound Energy - an update on the Home Energy Reports Program and other recent energy Home Energy Reports efficiency and conservation projects. He introduced David Namura and Jessica Geenen from Puget Sound Energy (PSE) who could also answer questions. Mr. Pietsch reported that for the past two years Renton has been involved with six other Lake Washington area cities in the C7 New Energy Partnership, which was formed to collectively look for grant opportunities and be more competitive in the area of energy efficiency and conservation space. He stated that the residents living in C7 cities have similar community dynamics and linkages, including regional infrastructure, a common energy provider (PSE) and a history of collaboration across the jurisdictions, such as the eGov Alliance program. Mr. Pietsch explained that, as part of the American Recovery and Investment Act, the City of Renton received $617,500 in federal Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) funds in 2009 for energy conservation projects, which was deployed in three ways: 1) LED traffic signal installations, 2) HVAC upgrades at the 200 Mill Building, and 3) the Home Energy Report program. He elaborated on the individual projects and provided statistics on the energy and cost savings. Mr. Pietsch further explained that the Home Energy Reports Program is a partnership with Puget Sound Energy and OPOWER, a private company, where single-family households receive a bimonthly report for one year illustrating their energy performance, and makings suggestions on how to improve energy efficiency. Mr. Pietsch reported results for the C7 Cities indicate savings June 6, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 177 between 0.9% and 1.8%, with Renton savings at 1.7%, second only to Bellevue. Concluding, Mr. Pietsch stated that Renton will continue to work with C7 cities on future collaborations. He reported possible energy reduction activities across the jurisdictions include setting up a sustainable Eastside Web Portal, forming an Eastside Business Alliance, organizing a Green Business Challenge, joining King County Cities Climate Collaboration, and possibly implementing Seattle's Phone Book Opt -Out Program for eastside cities. PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in CED: City Center Community accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Law opened the public hearing to Plan consider the City Center Community Plan. Community and Economic Development Administrator Alex Pietsch introduced Planning Director Chip Vincent, Associate Planner Angie Mathias, and consultant Dara O'Byrne from MAKERS Architecture. Ms. O'Byrne thanked City officials and staff for the opportunity to work on the City Center Community Plan. She summarized how MAKERS Architecture helped with the public participation process beginning in 2009 in an effort to receive feedback and public input. Associate Planner Angie Mathias explained that the City Center Community Plan lays out the goals, vision, elements and strategy for the City's first community planning area. She remarked that the area is roughly three square miles in size and includes the original growth center and a designated growth center where tremendous growth is expected over the next 20 years. Ms. Mathias stated Phase I of the plan which was endorsed by City Council in 2010. Continuing, Ms. Mathias stated that Phase II of the plan involved meeting with departments and environmental teams to develop and refine strategies to implement goals and policies, and presenting the plan to the Planning Commission and stakeholders for feedback. Ms. Mathias stated that the implementation strategy review has eliminated details that were not clear and identified the roles of responsible parties, resources, public involvement, and the implementation timeframe. She provided a brief summary of the 8 goals outlined in the implement strategy along with 52 sub -goals. Continuing, Ms. Mathias stated that in order to ensure the plan is fully implemented, a Stewardship Committee is proposed with responsibilities of tracking plan progress, identifying priorities and reporting progress to Council. She remarked that the Stewardship Committee would include 16 members from the community. In conclusion, Ms. Mathias stated that the administration recommends that Council adopt the resolution approving the City Center Community Plan. Correspondence was entered into the record from Remzi Ateser, Sr. (Renton), Robert Raphael, Co -President of Service Laundry Supply (Renton) and Sarah Becker (Renton) expressing suggestions and support for the City Center Community Plan. Public comment was invited. Michael Christ (Renton) expressed appreciation for those who worked on the plan. He suggested that Council consider moving the location of the northern June 6, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 178 terminus of the multi -modal parking structure from NE 8th St to a more central location near the Puget Power lay -down yard, and also, relative to the water taxi notion, to add preservation of deep water access in harbor areas in north Renton as a goal of the Community Plan. Larry Martin (Bellevue) of Davis Wright Tremaine, representing the Cugini family, expressed support for adoption of the City Center Community Plan. Referring to goal number four of the plan, he urged City Council to look at the area with the objectives of preserving and promoting the integrity of the single- family area and working with the area residents and property owners to ensure the boundaries will be appropriately set. Nora Schultz (Renton) remarked that the North Renton Neighborhood had also created a loose plan for the area. She indicated the group supports the trolley idea; however, to afford more flexibility would like to see a rubber trolley instead of a rail trolley. She voiced concern about the promenade design along the Cedar River trail, which seems to conflict with goal number four, would be complex and costly, and would take away desired residential when there is already enough commercial. James Stanek (Renton) recommended an emphasis on pedestrian traffic areas, sidewalk cafes, and bicycle -friendly use in the City Center Community Plan. He stated that he also liked the idea of changing the designation of SR 900 to Logan Ave and that a theme for the area might be appropriate. He noted that there was no discussion of money, so funding would need to be addressed. There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. Councilmember Parker expressed his enthusiasm about the City Center Community Plan. He pointed out that one of the components of the plan is to address connectivity between The Landing and the downtown core area, and to realize the importance of the survival, enhancement and benefit of all citizens in the area. He stated that he would expect to see more public discussions for further enhancement of the plan. Councilmember Zwicker commented that the Stewardship Committee in the plan is unique. He thanked City staff for doing a great job in getting public input and developing a good base document. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, THE CITY CENTER PLAN BE APPROVED AND THE RESOLUTION BE PRESENTED FOR ADOPTION. CARRIED. AUDIENCE COMMENT Ed Torkelson (Seattle) read a prepared letter sharing his history of living in the Citizen Comment: Torkelson — West Hill area and participating in the 2004 West Hill Governance Options West Hill Annexation Study. He reported being excited when his area was restored to the Renton Potential Annexation Area (PAA) in 2005. He stated that his group is eagerly anticipating the annexation election to be held in February 2012, and asked that Council proceed with the scheduled vote and not postpone that election. Mayor Law clarified that postponement of the annexation election is not being considered by Council at this time; however the administration continues to work on the funding that would be needed to allow this annexation to happen. If Council decided more time is needed for this, they could make a decision to postpone prior to the City being fully committed to the expense of the election. June 6, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 179 Citizen Comment: McOmber— Howard McOmber (Renton) presented art work from the Highlands Community Art Show by Highlands Association Art Show held on May 21. He expressed appreciation to Mayor Law Community Association and Councilmembers Palmer and Persson for supporting the event. He introduced the art show's winner from the high school level, Katura Slaugh. Citizen Comment: DeMastus — Sande[ DeMastus (Renton), President of AARP of Renton, announced her National Awards group's growing membership and recent receipt of a national award. She described the new social security public service announcement that will be airing nationwide, and stated that they are working on educating senior citizens about where to go to get help when needed Citizen Comment: Dineen — Jeff Dineen (Renton) expressed support for the relocation of the downtown Relocation of the Downtown library. He stated that he believes by relocating the library, the City can Library efficiently address the acquisition of a modern facility; and the continued revitalization of the downtown core area. Mr. Dineen also remarked that the proposed new library is feasible and will have better transportation access and parking space. Citizen Comment: Forister— Phyllis Forister (Renton) stated that City Council and the King County Library Relocation of the Downtown System (KCLS) have misinformed the public by saying that the Renton taxpayers Library are responsible for building two new libraries for KCLS ownership. She stated that all other KCLS branches outside of Renton are being improved through a KCLS area voter -approved bond issue. Ms. Forister stated that if KCLS wants two new libraries in Renton, they should place it on the ballot for the voters to decide. Ms Forister stated that this expense should not be placed on Renton tax payers, and Council should free them from this burden. Citizen Comment: Tabak— Judy Tabak (Renton) reviewed the ballot measure where the City of Renton Relocation of the Downtown annexed to the King County Library District. She stated that the statements Library were not clear enough for the voters to make an informed decision and many feel misled. Citizen Comment: Samargis— Nick Samargis (Renton) expressed opposition to the relocation of the Relocation of the Downtown downtown library. He urged Council to refurbish the existing library. Mr. Library Samargis remarked that the City needs more businesses in the downtown area, not a library. He also offered suggestions for use of the Big 5 location. Citizen Comment: Spahn — Chris Spahn (Renton) requested concrete answers to questions regarding the Relocation of the Downtown proposed relocation of the downtown library. She remarked that citizens need Library to know the facts. She inquired about costs, improvements needed to continue current use, improvements needed for other uses, use of the old building, renovation period, and downsizing. Mayor Law asked Community and Economic Development Administrator Alex Pietsch to respond to Ms. Spahn's questions. Mr. Pietsch explained that the KCLS believes that they can provide extended service in less square footage because they do not need much office space in the building. He stated that both KCLS libraries in Issaquah and Fairwood are 15,000 square feet and circulate nearly twice as many materials as Renton's current library. Regarding the cost of remodeling the existing library, Mr. Pietsch explained that based on planning estimates only, $10.7 million is estimated to fully remodel the existing downtown library to meet KCLS standards, which is more than June 6, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 180 what it would cost to build a new library in downtown. He further explained that it is possible that the existing library could go through modernization without being fully remodeled. Mr. Pietsch remarked that approximately $2 million in upgrade would be needed in order to fully utilize all of the square footage in the building. He also stated the KCLS feels they can provide expanded services if more centrally located in the downtown core. Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington added that KCLS's study shows that even with upgrades, the 47-year old existing library building is not optimally sized to provide service for the next 40 years. Mr. Pietsch explained that Renton voters will never pay for the KCLS 2004 bonds and that KCLS is acting appropriately by asking Renton to fund construction of the two new Renton libraries. He explained that when first discussing annexation, KCLS said they felt there were deficits in both of the City facilities, as even indicated in the City's library master plan, and that they would want to see those upgraded. KCLS indicated they could not ask the rest of the KCLS taxpayers, already paying for the 2004 bonds, to pay for Renton library building improvements just because Renton did not previously keep the buildings up to standards. Mr. Pietsch also stated that the Interlocal Agreement with KCLS approved by Council on July 6, 2009 affirmed that the City would build two new libraries if annexation to KCLS was supported by the voters. Mr. Pietsch added that information relating to library issues is on the City's website, and more will be provided to the public when it becomes available. Councilmember Corman emphasized that Council is still reviewing the issues. Councilmember Parker commented on the KCLS annexation election results and stated that he feels he is representing all of the citizens in making these decisions and by reviewing all of the materials that have come forward. CONSENT AGENDA Items listed on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. At the request of Councilmember Parker, item 7.f. was removed for separate consideration. Council Meeting Minutes of Approval of regular City Council meeting minutes of 5/16/2011 and 5/23/2011. 5/16/2011 & 5/23/2011 Council concur. Appointment: Municipal Arts Mayor Law appointed the following individuals to the Municipal Arts Commission Commission, for unexpired terms expiring 12/31/2013: Bill Huls (position previously held by Linda Middlebrooks) and Brook Lindquist (position previously held by Fred Lund). Refer to Community Services Committee. Appointment: Planning Mayor Law reappointed the following individuals to the Planning Commission Commission for terms expiring on 6/30/2014: Kevin Poole and Michael O'Halloran. Council concur. Appointment: Airport Advisory Mayor Law reappointed the following individuals to the Airport Advisory Committee Committee for three-year terms expiring 5/7/2014: Matthew Devine (Talbot Hill, alternate); Robert Moran (South Renton, primary); Michael Rice (Airport Leaseholders, primary); Jennifer Ann Rutkowski (South Renton, primary); anc Keith Searles (The Boeing Company). Council concur. June 6, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 181 Annexation: Gaile, SE 160th St City Clerk reported receipt of a 60% Petition to Annex for the Gaile Annexation, & 131st PI SE an area of approximately 43.6 acres located in the vicinity of SE 160th PI. and 131st PI. SE. Information. Latecomer Agreement: Gill, NE Community and Economic Development Department requested final approval 7th PI, LA-09-001 of the 15-year Singh Gill latecomer agreement requested by Daljit Singh Gill and Hardip Singh Gill for sewer main extension along NE 7th PI. between Field Ave. NE and Hoquiam Ave. NE; and requested authorization to finalize the agreement per City code. Refer to Utilities Committee. Annexation: Sterling, SE 120th Community and Economic Development Department submitted 10% Notice of St & SE 128th St Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings for the proposed Sterling Annexation and recommended a public meeting be set on 6/20/2011 to consider the petition; 36.6 acres in the East Renton Plateau Potential Annexation Area, bordered by SE 120th St. (NE 8th St.) on the north, 156th Ave. SE, if extended, on the east, and SE 128th St. (NE 4th St.) on the south. Council concur. Annexation: Tess, SE 132nd St Community and Economic Development Department submitted 60% Petition to & 164th Ave SE Annex for the proposed Tess Annexation and recommended a public hearing be set on 6/20/2011 to consider the petition; 16.3 acres bordered on the north by SE 132nd St., on the east by approximately 164th Ave. SE, on the south by SE 134th St., and on the west by 160th Ave. SE. Council concur. Franchise: Cable Television Executive Department requested authorization to commence formal cable Renewal Proceedings, television franchise renewal proceedings with Comcast. Council concur. (See Comcast page 182 for resolution.) Fire: Emergency Management Fire and Emergency Services Department recommended approval of an Performance Grant, WA State agreement with the Washington State Military Department to accept Military Department Department of Homeland Security Emergency Management Performance Grant funds in the amount of $95,355.82, to support the emergency management program. Council concur. Transportation: Taxiway Bravo Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement in Rehabilitation, Reid Middleton the amount of $130,976 with Reid Middleton, Inc. to complete engineering services for Phase I of the Taxiway Bravo Rehabilitation project. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA MINUS ITEM 7.f. CARRIED. Separate Consideration Item City Attorney recommended amending RMC 4-10-050 regarding Legal 7_f. Nonconforming Structures, Uses and Lots as related to City property Attorney: Legal acquisition. Refer to P!a RRiR9 and revel...... eRt r... Aitt... Nonconforming Structures, MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRI ERE. COUNCIL ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA Code Amendment ITEM 7.f. AS COUNCIL CONCUR AND PRESENTTHE ORDINANCE FOR FIRST READING AND ADVANCED TO SECOND AND FINAL READING. CARRIED. (See page 183 for ordinances) June 6, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 182 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Committee of the Whole CED: Sunset Area Planned Action, Surface Water Master Plan & Comprehensive Plan Amendments Council President Briere presented a Committee of the Whole report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to adopt the Sunset Area Planned Action, and present the following ordinances for reading: • Sunset Area Planned Action • Sunset Area Comprehensive Plan Amendments • Sunset Area Master Drainage Plan MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 182 for ordinances.) Finance Committee Finance Committee Vice -Chair Taylor presented a report recommending Finance: Vouchers approval for payment on June 6, 2011 Claim vouchers 303224 — 303705 and four wire transfers totaling $6,254,657.97, 1449 direct deposits, and 187 payroll vouchers, and two wire transfers, and totaling $5,333,742.09. MOVED BY TAYLOR, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Human Resources: HR Finance Committee Vice -Chair Taylor presented a report recommending that Analysts Positions the two Human Resources Analyst positions (grade m20) be reclassified to Reclassifications Senior HR Analysts (grade m22), effective 3/1/2011. This reclassification is in recognition of the increased responsibilities that occurred due to the reorganization of the Human Resources Risk Management Department. The promotions will not require additional funding in the 2011-2012 budget. MOVED BYTAYLOR, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Lease: Suite 410 200 Mill Finance Committee Vice -Chair Persson presented a report recommending Building, First Rate Mortgage concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve a month -to -month lease with Curt Tiedeman, an individual, doing business as First Rate Mortgage, for Suite 410 at the 200 Mill Building. The lease will provide the City with $2,500 in revenue monthly. The Committee further recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the lease. MOVED BY TAYLOR, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. RESOLUTIONS AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption: ORDINANCES RESOLUTION #4097 A resolution was read concerning the commencement of formal renewal Franchise: Cable Television proceedings with Comcast under the Federal Cable Communications Policy Act Renewal Proceedings, of 1984, as amended. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL Comcast ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. Added A resolution was read adopting the City Center Community Plan. MOVED BY RESOLUTION #4098 PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CED: City Center Community CARRIED Plan June 6, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 183 The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the 6/13/2011 Council meeting for second and final reading and adoption: CED: Sunset Area Planned An ordinance was read establishing a Planned Action for the Sunset Area Action pursuant to the State Environmental Policy Act. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINACE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/13/2011. CARRIED. CED: Sunset Area Surface An ordinance was read adopting by reference the Sunset Area Surface Water Water Master Plan Master Plan. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/13/2011. CARRIED. CED: Sunset Area An ordinance was read adopting amendments to the City's 2004 Comprehensive Plan Comprehensive Plan, in conjunction with the Sunset Area Planned Action. Amendments MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/13/2011. CARRIED. The following ordinance was presented for first reading and advanced for second and final reading and adoption: Added An ordinance was read amending Section 4-10-050 of Chapter 10, Legal ORDINANCE #5601 Nonconforming Structures, Uses and Lots, of Title IV (Development Attorney: 2011 Title IV Regulations) of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of (Development Regulations), the City of Renton, Washington", by adding an exemption for nonconforming Nonconforming Structures structures when the nonconformity is created by the City's acquisition of property and declaring an emergency. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING. CARRIED. Following second and final reading it was MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading: ORDINANCE #5602 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of certain property Rezone: Former Fire Station within the City (17040 108th Ave. SE; Former Fire Station 13) from Residential 13 Site, R-10 to R-14 ten dwelling -units per net acre (R-10), to Residential 14 dwelling -units per net acre (R-14), File No. LUA-11-007, ECF, R. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. ORDINANCE #5603 An ordinance was read amending Sections 4-4-010 and 4-4-150 of Chapter 4, CED: 2011 Title IV City -Wide Property Development Standards, 4-9-100 of Chapter 9, Permits - (Development Regulations) Specific, 4-10-070 of Chapter 10, Legal Non -Conforming Structures, Uses and Docket #D-55, Animal Lots, and 4-11-010 of Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development Provisions Regulations), of City Code, by revising the regulations regarding the keeping of animals, deleting Subsection 4-4-010.P., making violations of animal provisions subject to civil penalties, adding a definition for "Animals, Domestic - Extra Large Lot" and revising the definitions for "Animals, Domestic - Large Lot," "Animals, Domestic - Medium Lot," and "Animals, Domestic - Small Lot." MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPTTHE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. June 6, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 184 ORDINANCE #5604 An ordinance was read amending Section 1-3-2 of Chapter 3, Remedies and CED: 2011 Title IV Penalties, of Title I (Administrative), and Section 4-4-100 of Chapter 4, City - (Development Regulations) Wide Property Development Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations), Docket #D-57, Political Signs of City Code, by increasing the allowed size of political signs, lengthening the time in which political signs can be displayed, making violations of the required removal period of political signs civil code violations, and establishing penalties. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. ORDINANCE #5605 An ordinance was read amending Subsection 4-8-100.C. of Chapter 8, Permits - CED: 2011 Title IV General and Appeals, and Section 4-11-090 of Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title (Development Regulations) IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, by adding provisions to Title IV to Docket #D-59, Inactive Land allow expiration of inactive, incomplete, and complete applications. MOVED BY Use Applications PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. ORDINANCE #5606 An ordinance was read amending Section 4-1-080 of Chapter 1, Administration CED: 2011 Title IV and Enforcement, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, by (Development Regulations) deleting Subsection 4-1-080.F. which allows for extension of the period of Docket #D-62, Extension validity for land use and subdivision approvals. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED Approvals BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLLCALL. ALLAYES. CARRIED. ORDINANCE #5607 An ordinance was read amending Section 4-2-130 of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts CED: 2011 Title IV - Uses and Standards, Section 4-4-080 of Chapter 4, City -Wide Property (Development Regulations) Regulations, and Section 4-11-040 of Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV Docket #D-63, Center (Development Regulations), and Section 9-10-11 of Chapter 10, Street Downtown Zone Excavations, of Title IX (Public Ways and Property), of City Code, by removing the term "Downtown Core" from the Renton Municipal Code and replacing it with "Center Downtown Zone" MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALLAYES. CARRIED. ORDINANCE #5608 An ordinance was read amending Section 4-8-110 of Chapter 8, Permits - CED: 2011 Title IV General and Appeals, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, by (Development Regulations) adding a reference to RCW 43.21.075. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY Docket #D-64, Land Use ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALLAYES. Application & SEPA Mitigation CARRIED. Measures ORDINANCE #5609 An ordinance was read amending Section 6-6-9, of Chapter 6, Animals and Fowl Attorney: Dangerous Dogs at Large, of Title VI (Police Regulations), of City Code, by changing the appellate Appeal Process, Code body from the Municipal Court to the Hearing Examiner. MOVED BY TAYLOR, Amendment SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALLAYES. CARRIED. NEW BUSINESS Council President Briere announced that there will be an Executive Session this Executive Session: Property evening regarding property acquisition, which should last approximately for 30 Acquisition minutes. Council: Campbell Hill Councilmember Taylor shared his experience of returning to Campbell Hill Elementary Elementary school as a guest speaker. He also shared the letters that he received from the teachers and students June 6, 2011 Renton City Council Minutes Page 185 Community Event: Piano Councilmember Palmer announced that Marvin Goldstein will be coming to Concert Renton to perform a piano concert on Friday, June 10', at the IKEA Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. AUDIENCE COMMENT Howard McOmber (Renton) expressed appreciation to Renton Salvation Army Citizen Comment: McOmber— Captain Terry Masango for the fantastic work that he has done helping with the Salvation Army Captain City. Citizen Comment: DeMastus — Sandel DeMastus (Renton) stated that the Renton Housing Authority is starting Public Pea Patch a public Pea Patch. She indicated that the public can call the Renton Housing Authority or Highlands Community Church if interested. Citizen Comment: Johnson — Ben Johnson (Renton) stated that Renton should have a larger library. He also Relocation of the Downtown recommended that City Council not give up title of the libraries to KCLS. Library Citizen Comment: Forister— Phyllis Forister (Renton) indicated that the Fairwood library is only 10,000 Relocation of the Downtown square feet. She stated that she believes that the current library does not Library need to be replaced and is so stated in the Renton Public Library Master Plan. Citizen Comment: Asher— Beth Asher (Renton) stated that KCLS is a special taxation district. She Relocation of the Downtown expressed support for expanding the size of the new libraries and in keeping Library the title of the buildings with the City. Citizen Comment: Smith — Shelby Smith (Renton) expressed opposition to the relocation of the downtown Relocation of the Downtown library. She stated that she has collected more signatures from patrons who Library feel the same, and she urged Council to reconsider the replacement of the library. Citizen Comment: Tabak— Judy Tabak (Renton) referenced prior comment regarding Council members Relocation of the Downtown representing the citizens. She stated that registered voters should not have any Library excuse not to vote. Citizen Comment: Thomas — Kim Thomas (Renton) stated that the annexation to KCLS has already Relocation of the Downtown happened. He urged Council to look at the current situation and work with Library KCLS to get as many benefits as possible for Renton's citizens. EXECUTIVE SESSION & MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE ADJOURNMENT SESSION FOR APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES TO DISCUSS PROPERTY ACQUISITION (RCW 42.30.110.1.b.) WITH NO OFFICIAL ACTION TO BE TAKEN AND THATTHE COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED WHEN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION IS ADJOURNED. CARRIED. Time: 9:07 p.m. Executive session was conducted. In addition to Councilmembers and Mayor, persons in attendance included Chief Administrative Officer Covington, and Senior Assistant City Attorney Barber. There was no action taken. The executive session and the Council meeting adjourned at : 9:38 p.m. Bonnie I. Walton, CIVIC, City Clerk Li Li -Wong, Recorder June 6, 2011 RENTON CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR Office of the City Clerk COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 6, 2011 "REVISED" COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE (Briere) COMMUNITY SERVICES (Palmer) FINANCE (Persson) PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT (Parker) PUBLIC SAFETY (Taylor) TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) (Corman) UTILITIES (Zwicker) MON., 6/13 King County Metro Rapid Ride Line F 6 p.m. Presentation; Regional Issues including Metro Service Reductions MON., 6/13 Municipal Arts Commission Appointments; 5 p.m. Update to City Urban Forestry Program - Briefing; Rainier Ave Public Art Briefing MON., 6/13 CANCELED 4 p.m. THURS., 6/9 2011 Comprehensive Plan Amendments; 2 p.m. Docket 7 Briefing; Countywide Planning Policies Briefing Waived Pees 1yIGdifiGat9; (topic cancelled) THURS., 6/9 Emerging Issues in Transportation; 4 p.m. Reid Middleton Contract for Taxiway Bravo Rehabilitation Project THURS., 6/9 Gill Latecomer Agreement 3:30 p.m. 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.