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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 21, 2010RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting June 21, 2010 Monday, 7 p.m. MIN UTES Council Chambers Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCILMEMBERS CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE PROCLAMATION Miss Washington Week - July 4 to 11, 2010 PUBLIC HEARINGS Annexation: Kendall, NE 4th St & 152nd Ave SE Mayor Law called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. DON PERSSON, Council President; MARCIE PALMER; RANDY CORMAN; GREG TAYLOR; RICH ZWICKER; TERRI BRIERE; KING PARKER. DENIS LAW, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; ANN NIELSEN, Assistant City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; ALEX PIETSCH, Community and Economic Development Administrator; RICH PERTEET, Deputy Public Works Administrator - Transportation; CHIP VINCENT, Planning Director; SUZANNE DALE ESTEY, Economic Development Director; ANGIE MATHIAS, Associate Planner; COMMANDER KATIE MCCLINCY, Police Department. A proclamation by Mayor Law was read declaring July 4 to 11, 2010 to be "Miss Washington Week" in the City of Renton, and encouraging all citizens to join in this special observance. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED. Devanni Partridge, reigning Miss Washington, expressed appreciation for the proclamation on behalf of the Miss Washington organization. She thanked the pageant's sponsors and remarked that the organization wishes to maintain its relationship with Renton for a very long time. 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 hearing to consider the 60% Petition to Annex and zoning for the proposed Kendall Annexation; approximately 27.66 acres, located south of NE 4th St., east of 152nd Ave. SE. Associate Planner Angie Mathias reported that the proposed annexation site is in the City's potential annexation area (PAA), contains seven single-family homes, vacant land, a fire station, one commercial business, and open space. She stated that there are no significant slopes or critical areas (wetlands or regulated streams) in the annexation area, and 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 the existing King County zoning is R-4 (four dwelling units per gross acre). She reported that the City's Comprehensive Plan designates the site as eligible for residential low density zoning and explained that the site was prezoned in 2007 as R-4 (four dwelling units per net acre), which will become effective upon annexation. 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 a deficit of $2,308 is estimated at current development (seven dwellings and 1 commercial business) and a surplus of $288 is estimated at full development (17 additional dwellings over ten years). June 21, 2010 Renton City Council Minutes Page 187 Annexation: Sierra Heights Elementary School, Union Ave NE&NE25thPI Concluding, Ms. Mathias remarked that due to its small size the estimated number of new City positions that need to be created due to the annexation is relatively small, and that the City's best interests and general welfare are served by this annexation. Public comment was invited. Larry Faris (Renton) requested information regarding King County's proposal to rezone the area T-3, which would allow for more commercial properties. Ms. Mathias responded that King County had initially included this area in a pilot project regarding changes to their Comprehensive Plan, but has since removed it. Councilmember Corman clarified that the City is proposing R-4 (four dwellings units per net acre) zoning for this annexation. MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED CORMAN, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BYCORMAN, COUNCIL ACCEPT THE 60% DIRECT PETITION FOR THE KENDALL ANNEXATION, AUTHORIZE FORWARDING THE NOTICE OF INTENT PACKAGE TO THE BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD, AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO PREPARE THE ANNEXATION ORDINANCE. CARRIED. 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 hearing to consider the annexation petition and zoning for the proposed Sierra Heights Elementary School Annexation; 15.4 acres, located in the vicinity of Union Ave. NEand NE 25th PI. Ms. Mathias stated that the Boundary Review Board approved the annexation on 3/23/2010 and explained that tonight's hearing is a required second hearing regarding zoning. She reported that the annexation site is within the City's potential annexation area (PAA), contains small areas of unregulated steep slopes, one elementary school, and is within the Renton School District. She also reported that May Creek, a Class 2 waterway, is near the site but has no impact on the annexation. Reviewing the site's zoning, Ms. Mathias stated that the existing King County zoning is R-6 (six dwelling units per gross acre). She reported that the City's Comprehensive Plan designates the site as eligible for residential low density zoning and explained that the site may be zoned one of three possible zones: 1) RC (Resource Conservation - one dwelling unit per ten net acres); 2) R-l (one dwelling unit per net acre); or 3) R-4 (four dwelling units per net acre). She noted that R-4 zoning is being proposed for the site. Responding to Council President Persson's inquiry, Ms. Mathias stated that a school is allowed regardless of the zoning, and that R-4 zoning is proposed because it is consistent with zoning in the surrounding area. Mr. Persson emphasized that the school district is not eliminating the school. There being no public comment, it was MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ACCEPT THE SIERRA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ANNEXATION AND ZONING. CARRIED. (See page 189 for ordinances.) June 21,2010 Renton City Council Minutes Page 188 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: Nugent- Expansion of St. Thomas George Church CONSENT AGENDA Council Meeting Minutes of 6/14/2010 CED: Sunset Area Community Investment Strategy, Renton Housing Authority Community Services: Fee Waiver Request, Return to Renton Benefit Car Show Chief Administrative Officer 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 2010 and beyond. Items noted included: #• Residents are encouraged to bring their favorite potluck dish and attend their neighborhood picnics. This week's scheduled picnics include: • The Sierra Heights Neighborhood District will hold a combined picnic on Wednesday, June 23, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Glencoe Park, located at 4444 NE 24th St. Invited neighborhoods include Glencoe, Laurelwood, Honey Creek Ridge, Honey Creek Park, Stonegate, Summerwind, May Creek, and Brier Creek. • The Maplewood Estates Homeowners Association will hold their annual neighborhood picnic on Thursday, June 24, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the neighborhood common area located at SE 2nd St. and Orcas PI. SE. # The Public Works Department has determined it is necessary to proceed at once with an emergency repair to the Royal Hills Sewer Line, commonly referred to as the Cascade Interceptor. The problem caused dangerous sink holes to develop under Royal Hills Drive, led to the spillage of raw sewage into the environment, and also threatened residential structures in the Royal Hills community. The City has retained Shoreline Construction to perform the installation, and Mayor Law made an emergency declaration dated June 15, 2010, so that competitive bidding laws could be waived to allow construction to begin at once. Construction is anticipated to be completed by June 23. The preliminary estimate of cost for this work is in the $100,000 to $125,000 range. & Additionally, Mayor Law stated that contractors will close Benson Rd. S. on June 26 from 6:00 a.m. until June 27 at 5:00 a.m. in order to switch the roadway from the old bridge across 1-405 to the newly constructed bridge. Pamela Nugent (Renton) expressed concerns regarding the expansion of the St. Thomas George Church. She cautioned that the increased traffic will impede emergency vehicles from entering the neighborhood and questioned how the church was allowed to be permitted. She also expressed concern regarding the placement of sidewalks and curbs along SE 188th St. Mayor Law requested Ms. Nugent's contact information and stated that that the issue will be investigated. Items listed on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Approval of Council meeting minutes of 6/14/2010. Council concur. Community and Economic Development Department recommended approval of an interlocal agreement with the Renton Housing Authority acknowledging and confirming mutual interest in jointly procuring the consultant firm CH2M Hill for the Sunset Area Community Investment Strategy. Council concur. (See page 189 for resolution.) Community Services Department recommended waiver of City Center Parking Garage fees in the amount of $1,050 for volunteers at the Return to Renton Benefit Car Show on 7/11/2010. Council concur. June 21, 2010 Renton City Council Minutes Page 189 Transportation: Maintenance Dredging & Shoreline Mitigation, SRFB Grant UNFINISHED BUSINESS Committee of the Whole: Community Services: Special Events Ordinance Finance Committee Finance: Vouchers Lease: Suite 100 Liberty Park Community Building, Renton Community Foundation RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES RESOLUTION #4050 CED: Sunset Area Community Investment Strategy, Renton Housing Authority Annexation: Sierra Heights Elementary School, Union Ave NE&NE25thPI Annexation: Sierra Heights Elementary School, R-4 Zoning Transportation Systems Division recommended acceptance of grant funds in the amount of $34,000 from the Washington State Salmon Recovery Funding Board (SRFB) for the Maintenance Dredging and Shoreline Mitigation project at the Airport. City's match: $15,000. Council concur. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. Council President Persson presented a Committee of the Whole report recommending that the sentence, "Applicant may be required to provide a deposit to cover the anticipated costs" be added to Subsection 5-22-10.B. of the Special Events Ordinance, and otherwise be presented for first reading. The Committee further recommended that this matter be set for review and update on or about 6/30/2011. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 190 for ordinance.) Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of Claim Vouchers 293704 - 294051 and two wire transfers totaling $7,056,809.12; and approval of 765 direct deposits, 200 Payroll Vouchers, and one wire transfer totaling $2,629,140.45. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a two-year full-service lease with the Renton Community Foundation for Suite 100 at the Liberty Park Community Building that will provide the City with $7,200 of revenue annually. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. 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 the Renton Housing Authority relating to the cooperative procurement of consulting services. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the 6/28/2010 Council meeting for second and final reading: An ordinance was read annexing approximately 15 acres of property generally bordered by existing City limits to the north, east, and south, with 132nd Ave. SE at the east; Sierra Heights Elementary School Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/28/2010. CARRIED. An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification for approximately 15 acres of property annexed within the City of Renton from R-6 (Residential Six Dwelling Units per gross acre) King County zoning to R-4 (Residential Four Dwelling Units per Net Acre) City zoning; Sierra Heights Elementary School Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/28/2010. CARRIED. June 21, 2010 Renton City Council Minutes Page 190 Annexation: Maplewood Heights Elementary School, Jericho Ave NE&SE 2nd PI Community Services: Special Events Ordinance NEW BUSINESS Community Event: Renton Rotary Salvation Army Food Bank Fund Raising Event ADJOURNMENT Jason Seth, Recorder June 21, 2010 An ordinance was read annexing approximately nine acres of property generally bordered by existing City limits to the north, east, and west, with 146th Ave. SE at the east, and 144th Ave. SE at the west; Maplewood Heights Elementary School Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/28/2010. CARRIED. An ordinance was read amending Title V, (Finance and Business Regulations), of City Code, by adding a new Chapter 22, Special Events Permits, to provide for the issuance of permits to regulate special events, and establishing penalties. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/28/2010. CARRIED. Councilmember Taylor announced that the fifth annual Renton Rotary Club Salvation Army Food Bank fundraising event will be held on 6/29/2010 at the new New Life Church facility. He stated that the Marcie Maxwell, 41st District State Representative, will be the guest speaker, and that the EriAm Sisters will be performing at the event. Mr. Taylor remarked that everyone is invited and that proceeds will benefit the Renton Community Supper and other food bank programs. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 7:37 p.m. Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk RENTON CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR Office of the City Clerk COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 21, 2010 COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE (Persson) MON., 6/28 5:30 p.m. 2011-2012 Budget Process; Emerging Issues in Transportation *7th Floor Council Conference Room* COMMUNITY SERVICES (Palmer) MON., 6/28 CANCELED FINANCE (Parker) MON., 6/28 5 p.m. Contract with CH2M Hill for Sunset Area Community Investment Strategy PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT (Briere) THURS., 6/24 2:30 p.m. Shoreline Master Program •COUNCIL CHAMBERS* PUBLIC SAFETY (Taylor) TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) (Corman) THURS., 6/24 Six-Year Transportation Improvement 4 p.m. Program (2011-2016 TIP) UTILITIES (Zwicker) THURS., 6/24 2 p.m. Water Supply Status (briefing only) 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.