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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 25, 2010RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting October 25, 2010 Monday, 7 p.m. MINUTES Council Chambers Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCILMEMBERS CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE SPECIAL PRESENTATON Police: Traffic Safety Target Zero Award Recognition ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 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; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; Bonnie Walton, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Public Works Administrator; ALEX PIETSCH, Community and Economic Development Administrator; IWEN WANG, Finance and Information Technology Administrator; MARTY WINE, Assistant CAO; CHIEF KEVIN MILOSEVICH, COMMANDER KENT CURRY and COMMANDER PAUL CLINE, Police Department. Commander Kent Curry reviewed Police Cadet Travis Gnehm's roles and responsibilities as a cadet in the Renton Police Department. He stated that Cadet Gnehm has been working with Sergeant Craig Sjolin as a liaison with the team implementing King County Target Zero, a strategic plan that calls for reducing the number of highway deaths to zero by 2030. Commander Curry reported that Cadet Gnehm was recognized by the Washington State Traffic Commission for taking a leadership role in developing the "Get with it and click it" campaign at local high schools. He reported that this program increased seatbelt usage by an average of six percent at Renton's three high schools. Commander Curry remarked that Mr. Gnehm also volunteers for the Bellevue Police Department and is currently on the City's Police Department eligibility list for new hires. Mayor Law congratulated Mr. Gnehm for his accomplishments. 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 2010 and beyond. Items noted included: ¥ The fifth annual Downtown Trick or Treat and "Olde" Fashion Halloween Party will be held on Saturday, October 30, from 1 to 4 pm. Free games, face painting, and festive activities will be offered in the Main Street Square. Stroll the streets of downtown Renton to trick or treat at participating businesses. # The Landing's Trick or Treat, will be held on Sunday, October 31, from 3 to 5 p.m. Visit participating businesses for special offers and promotions and to trick or treat. October 25, 2010 Renton City Council Minutes Page 337 AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: McOmber & DeMastus - Highlands Area Emergency Preparedness CONSENT AGENDA Council Meeting Minutes of 10/18/2010 Community Services: Urban Tree Canopy Assessment, WA DNR Grant UNFINISHED BUSINESS Finance Committee Finance: Vouchers RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES ORDINANCE #5558 CED: Appeal Code Provisions ORDINANCE #5559 CED: Non-Conforming Structure Code Provisions ORDINANCE #5560 Annexation: Fairwood PAA, Pre-zone to R-l (320 acres) Speaking on behalf of the Highlands Community Association (HCA), Howard McOmber and Sandel DeMastus (both of Renton) requested that Highlands area residents who are at-risk, or know someone who is at-risk, in regards to emergency preparedness, contact the association with their name, phone number, and address. They explained that the information will be forwarded to the City's emergency management division and kept for future reference in the event of an emergency. Items listed on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Approval of Council meeting minutes of 10/18/2010. Council concur. Community Services Department recommended acceptance of an interagency agreement for grant funds in the amount of $30,000 from the Washington State Department of Natural Resources to complete an Urban Tree Canopy Assessment. Total cost of agreement: $57,984. City's total share: $27,984. Refer to Finance Committee. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of Claim Vouchers 297163 - 297687 and two wire transfers totaling $3,930,507.94; and approval of 739 direct deposits, 83 payroll vouchers, and two wire transfers totaling $2,607,417.59. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading: An ordinance was read amending Subsections 4-8-110.E., Appeals to Hearing Examiner of Administrative and Environmental Determinations, and 4-8-110.F., Appeals to City Council - Procedures, of Chapter 8, Permits - General and Appeals, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, to amend the appeal processes for appeals of administrative decisions and environmental determinations to the Hearing Examiner and City Council. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read amending Subsection 4-10-050.A.4., Enlargement, of Chapter 10, Legal Non-Conforming Structures, Uses and Lots, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, by adding a provision for non- conforming enlargements. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately 320 acres within the City of Renton's Fairwood Potential Annexation Area from R-l (Urban Residential One Dwelling Unit per Acre), and R-4 (Urban Residential Four Dwelling Units per Acre) King County zoning, to R-l (Residential One Dwelling Unit per Net Acre) zoning; Fairwood Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. October 25, 2010 Renton City Council Minutes Page 338 ORDINANCE #5561 Annexation: Fairwood PAA, Pre-zone to R-4 (3,400 acres) ORDINANCE #5562 Annexation: Fairwood PAA, Pre-zone to R-8 (103 acres) ORDINANCE #5563 Annexation: Fairwood PAA, Pre-zone to R-14 (32 acres) ORDINANCE #5564 Annexation: Fairwood PAA, Pre-zone to RM-F (138 acres) ORDINANCE #5565 Annexation: Fairwood PAA, Pre-zone to CA (49 acres) ORDINANCE #5566 Annexation: Fairwood PAA Pre-zone, Urban Separator Overlays An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately 3,400 acres within the City of Renton's Fairwood Potential Annexation Area from R-4 (Urban Residential Four Dwelling Units per Acre), R-6 (Urban Residential Six Dwelling Units per Acre), and R-24 (Urban Residential 24 Dwelling Units per Acre) King County zoning, to R-4 (Residential Four Dwelling Units per Net Acre) zoning; Fairwood Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately 103 acres within the City of Renton's Fairwood Potential Annexation Area from R-6 (Urban Residential Six Dwelling Units per Acre) King County zoning, to R-8 (Residential Eight Dwelling Units per Net Acre) zoning; Fairwood Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately 32 acres within the City of Renton's Fairwood Potential Annexation Area from R-6 (Urban Residential Six Dwelling Units per Acre), and R-18 (Urban Residential 18 Dwelling Units per Acre) King County zoning, to R-14 (Residential 14 Dwelling Units per Net Acre) zoning; Fairwood Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately 138 acres within the City of Renton's Fairwood Potential Annexation Area from R-6 (Urban Residential Six Dwelling Units per Acre), R-18 (Urban Residential 18 Dwelling Units per Acre), R-24 (Urban Residential 24 Dwelling Units per Acre), and R-48 (Urban Residential 48 Dwelling Units per Acre) King County zoning, to RM-F (Residential Multi-Family; 20 Dwelling Units per Net Acre) zoning; Fairwood Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately 49 acres within the City of Renton's Fairwood Potential Annexation Area from R-6 (Urban Residential Six Dwelling Units per Acre), R-18 (Urban Residential 18 Dwelling Units per Acre), R-24 (Urban Residential 24 Dwelling Units per Acre), CB (Commercial Business), and O (Office) King County zoning, to CA (Commercial Arterial) zoning; Fairwood Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read amending Subsection 4-3-100.C, Exemptions, of Chapter 3, Environmental Regulations and Overlay Districts, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, to add two areas as Urban Separator Overlays; Fairwood Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. October 25, 2010 Renton City Council Minutes Page 339 ORDINANCE #5567 Executive: Public Defense Standards NEW BUSINESS Community Event: Vietnamese Community of Seattle & Vicinity Event AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: McOmber- Highlands Residents Emergency Preparedness ADJOURNMENT An ordinance was read amending Chapter 1, Executive Department, of Title III (Departments and Officers), of City Code, by adding a new Section 7, entitled "Public Defense Service Standards" to add regulations relating to public defense services contracted by the City of Renton for Renton Municipal Court. MOVED BY TAYLOR, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. Councilmember Taylor remarked that he attended an event organized by the Vietnamese Community of Seattle and Vicinity honoring their freedom and heritage flag last Friday. He commented that it was a wonderful event that showcased the City's diversity. Howard McOmber (Renton) reiterated that the Highlands Community Association (HCA) is requesting that Renton Highlands area residents contact the association if they are at-risk in regards to emergency preparedness. He remarked that the collected names and numbers will be utilized for future reference in the event of an emergency. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 7:24 p.m. Bonnie Walton, CMC, City Clerk Jason Seth, Recorder October 25, 2010 RENTON CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR Office of the City Clerk COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 25, 2010 COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE (Persson) MON., 11/1 5 p.m. 2011/2012 Budget Deliberations; King County Library System Area Analysis COMMUNITY SERVICES (Palmer) FINANCE (Parker) MON., 11/1 4:30 p.m. 2010 Urban Initiative Grant with Washington State Department of Natural Resources PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT (Briere) THURS., 10/28 3 p.m. Eagle Ridge PUD Appeal *COUNCIL CHAMBERS* PUBLIC SAFETY (Taylor) MON., 11/1 CANCELED TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) (Corman) THURS., 10/28 CANCELED UTILITIES (Zwicker) THURS., 10/28 2:30 p.m. Lake Washington Beach Lift Station Bid Award 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.