HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 6, 2009RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
July 6, 2009
Monday, 7 p.m. MIN UTES
Council Chambers
Renton City Hall
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL OF
COUNCILMEMBERS
CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
PROCLAMATIONS
Parks and Recreation Month
July 2009
Ford Model T Recognition
Day-July 12, 2009
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Community Services: Museum
Master Plan
Mayor Law called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order and led the
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
RANDY CORMAN, Council President; MARCIE PALMER, DON PERSSON, KING
PARKER, TERRI BRIERE, RICH ZWICKER, GREG TAYLOR.
DENIS LAW, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; ANN
NIELSEN, Assistant City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; TERRY
HIGASHIYAMA, Community Services Administrator; NANCY CARLSON, Human
Resources Administrator; LESLIE BETLACH, Parks Director; JERRY RERECICH,
Recreation Director; PREETI SHRIDHAR, Communications Director; BETTE
ANDERSON, Library Director; ELIZABETH STEWART, Museum Manager; FIRE
AND EMERGENCY SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR I. DAVID DANIELS, DEPUTY CHIEF
MARK PETERSON, DEPUTY CHIEF ROBERT VAN HORNE and EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR DEBORAH NEEDHAM, Fire Department; DEPUTY
CHIEF TIM TROXELL and COMMANDER KATIE MCCUNCY, Police Department.
A proclamation by Mayor Law was read declaring July 2009, to be "Parks and
Recreation Month" in the City of Renton and encouraging all residents to enjoy
the many benefits of the City of Renton parks and recreation facilities and
programs. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
Community Services Administrator Higashiyama accepted the proclamation
with appreciation.
A proclamation by Mayor Law was read declaring July 12, 2009, to be "Ford
Model T Recognition Day" in the City of Renton and encouraging all citizens to
join in the special observance. MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
Jim Medzegian, member of the Renton Car Show Steering Committee, accepted
the proclamation with appreciation. He explained that a group of 50 motorists
are driving their vintage Model T Fords from New York to Seattle, passing
through Renton on Sunday, July 12, 2009 at 9:30 a.m.
Museum Manager Elizabeth Stewart introduced Renton Historical Society
Board President Laura Clawson. Ms. Clawson announced that the Master Plan
process for the Renton History Museum begins this week. She stated that the
museum's consultant, Gyroscope, Inc., plans to start the master planning
process by conducting a series of meetings to familiarize themselves with the
museum's environment and to explore the community's vision for the future of
the museum.
Ms. Clawson reported that the purpose of the Museum Master Plan is to lay
out the plans for the Museum's next 15 years based in the reality of community
needs, goals for the museum, and available resources. She stated that the
Master Plan will allow for sustainable growth and will ensure that the museum
is in sync with the needs and interests of the community.
July 6, 2009 Renton City Council Minutes Page 195
Ms. Clawson reported that a request for proposals was advertised in the fall of
2008 and that ten competitive proposals were received. She stated that
Gyroscope, Inc. was chosen to prepare the Museum Master Plan because of
their long experience in museum master planning, their creativity, and their
ability to involve the public in an open planning process. She stated that
Gyroscope, Inc. has worked with the Chicago Children's Museum, the Tempe
Historical Museum, the Columbia Memorial Center, and the Buffalo Museum of
Science, among many others.
Concluding, Ms. Clawson reported that Gyroscope, Inc. will deliver a report in
October 2009, with the goal of completing the Master Plan in January 2010.
She encouraged anyone with questions, or those that would like to be a part of
the process, to contact Museum Manager Elizabeth Stewart.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Fire and Emergency Services Administrator Daniels stated that this is the fifth
Fire: 2009 4th of July Wrap-up yearof Renton's fireworks ban and reported that there were a total of 134
incidents on the 4th of July, of which 97 were fireworks related, and of those,
only 14 were priority calls. Chief Daniels stated that fireworks related damage
is estimated at $10,000. He remarked that prior to the ban, damage was
$73,000. He opined that the ban is working based on the lower amount of
property damages and personal injuries.
Fire: Fire Response at 900 Chief Daniels reported that a five-alarm fire occurred on June 30, 2009 at 900
Harrington Ave NE Harrington Ave. NE. He stated that the initial call was received at 8:01 p.m. and
that the first units arrived on scene at 8:06 p.m. He reported that the first
responders initially had difficulty locating the fire, but within minutes the fire
intensified into a two-alarm blaze. Chief Daniels pointed out that the building
was still under construction and that there were no fire-stops or sprinklers to
keep the fire from spreading. He remarked that it took approximately two
hours to extinguish the fire, and that firefighters were on scene nearly 36 hours
completing their investigation.
Chief Daniels explained that the Valley Com system is technically a three-alarm
system, however, because two additional strike teams were called in, it became
the equivalent of a five-alarm fire. He reported that 12 engine companies, nine
ladder trucks, seven medical units, 11 chief officers, and 21 support personnel,
totaling 126 personnel, helped to extinguish the fire. He remarked that nearly
every East Side and South King County agency assisted with the event.
Chief Daniels stated that minor damage occurred away from the fire due to hot
embers landing on grass and fences. He reported that the fire was caused by
the roofing operation and remarked that although there was a significant loss
of property, the building to the north of the fire was saved and should be able
to open nearly on schedule. Chief Daniels reported that there will be an
opportunity for the community to ask questions and to provide feedback about
the fire and the 4th of July event at a forum being held on July 14, 2009 at 6:00
p.m. at the Highlands Community Center.
Discussion ensued regarding the amount of water per minute that was pumped
on to the fire, the roofing operation as the likely cause of the fire, explosions of
propane tanks stored on the roof, management and coordination of City and
outside agency resources, dowsing nearby rooftops in an effort to keep the fire
from spreading, how claims for damages are handled, and overall appreciation
for the tremendous effort of all the firefighters and support personnel involved
with extinguishing the fire.
July 6, 2009 Renton City Council Minutes Page 196
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Miller-
Future of Renton Library
Personnel
Citizen Comment: Martinez
Insufficient Room for New
Solid Waste Collection Bins
CONSENT AGENDA
Council Meeting Minutes of
6/22/2009
CAG: 09-092, 2009 Street
Overlay with Curb Ramps,
Western Asphalt
Vacation: Lake WA Blvd N &
N 44th St ROW, Alpert
International, VAC-09-001
Pat Miller (Bonney Lake), AFSCME, Local 2170 Union President, explained that
the Renton Library personnel are represented by Local 2170. Expressing
concern regarding their future employment, he noted that although King
County Library System (KCLS) personnel are represented by a different
bargaining unit of AFSCME, they are not bound by any employment collective
bargaining agreements or human resources policies granted or practiced by the
City of Renton. He remarked that the opinion of the union is that these City of
Renton union members will not be represented in the future and will have to
accept the current bargaining agreements that KCLS has in place. He stated
that according to "Exhibit - A" of the proposed interlocal agreement with KCLS,
these union members will not have seniority protection or be provided with the
same benefits they currently enjoy as employees of the City of Renton. He also
noted that many of the equivalent positions within KCLS pay at a lower rate,
with fewer benefits.
Mr. Miller also pointed out that under Item 5. of the proposed interlocal
agreement, the City will be responsible for, and pay all the costs to develop and
construct the new Main and Highlands libraries. He remarked that there
appeared to be no financial limit set.
MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL EXTEND THE
SPEAKER'S TIME. CARRIED.
Continuing, Mr. Miller opined that the City of Renton and the Renton taxpayers
will be at the mercy of KCLS and that there will be no end to what it will cost to
upgrade and/or build new Library facilities. He stated that he is does not
believe the proposed agreement adequately addresses either this issue or the
needs of the union members who currently work at the Renton libraries. (See
pages 197 and 198 for further discussion on this subject.)
Mark Martinez (Renton) remarked that although the new solid waste contract
allows more recycling and composting opportunities, he lives in a townhome
complex and does not have room to store the new bins. He also requested that
the recycling bins be picked-up weekly, as they tend to become overloaded
three or four days prior to their scheduled pick-up day.
Items listed on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows
the listing.
Approval of Council Meeting minutes of 6/22/2009. Council concur.
City Clerk reported bid opening on 6/30/2009 for CAG-09-092, 2009 Street
Overlay with Curb Ramps; four bids; engineer's estimate $1,641,012.73; and
submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder
Western Asphalt, Inc., in the amount of $1,166,719.45. Council concur.
City Clerk submitted petition for street vacation for a 12,100 square foot
portion of right-of-way in the vicinity of Lake Washington Blvd. and N. 44th St.;
petitioner Alpert International, LLLP, Seattle (VAC-09-001). Refer to Public
Works Administrator: set public hearing on 8/17/2009. (See page 199 for
resolution.)
July 6, 2009 Renton City Council Minutes Page 197
Planning: Land Use Fee
Schedule Revision
CED: South Lake Washington
& Port Quendall, Local
Revitalization Financing Areas
Development Services:
Walgreens at NE 4th St, ROW
Dedication, NE 4th St & Union
Ave NE, SA-08-014
Finance: Bad Debt Write Off
Airport: 2009 Airport Layout
Plan Update
CAG: 08-139, Runway 16/34
Resurfacing Project, FAA Grant
CAG: 08-178, Downtown
Wayfinding Signage Phase I,
TubeArt Displays
Police: SCORE Short-Term
Loan Agreement
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Committee of the Whole
Library: King County Library
System Interlocal Agreement
Community and Economic Development Department recommended approval
to revise the current Land Use Fee Schedule to encourage annexation and
adequately compensate permit processing costs. Refer to Planning and
Development Committee; set public hearing on 8/3/2009.
Community and Economic Development Department recommended
assessment of South Lake Washington and Port Quendall as revitalization areas
and leveraging of State funds for local revitalization financing. Refer to
Committee of the Whole: set public hearing on 8/10/2009.
Development Services Division recommended acceptance of a deed of
dedication for additional right-of-way in the vicinity of NE 4th St. and Union
Ave. NE to fulfill a requirement of the Walgreens at NE 4th St. project. Council
concur.
Finance and Information Services Department requested approval to write off
bad debt in the total amount of $17,542.20. Refer to Finance Committee.
Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of the 2009 update to
the Airport Layout Plan. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of Amendment #1 to
CAG-08-139, with the Federal Aviation Administration, to accept an additional
$120,376, and approval of the related budget adjustment, in order to complete
construction of the Runway 16/34 Resurfacing project. City's match $6,336.
Council concur.
Utility Systems Division submitted CAG-08-178, Downtown Wayfinding Signage
Phase I, and requested approval of the project, final pay estimate in the
amount of $5,817.73, commencement of a 60-day lien period, and release of
retained amount of $1,069.70 to TubeArt Displays, Inc., contractor, if all
required releases are obtained. Council concur.
Police Department requested approval of a short-term loan of $5 million at the
current state pool rate to the South Correctional Entity (SCORE) to enable
scheduled work to proceed prior to the issuance of bonds. Refer to Finance
Committee.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL APPROVE THE
CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Council President Corman presented a report regarding the future of the
Renton Libraries. The Committee reviewed the draft interlocal agreement with
the King County Library System (KCLS) that defines the rights and obligations of
the City and KCLS in the event annexation of the City into KCLS is approved by
the registered voters of the City in a special election held prior to 12/31/2010.
The Committee of the Whole recommended that:
The interlocal agreement with the King County Library System be approved
and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign;
The resolution recording this matter be presented for adoption; and
The administration prepare an ordinance stating that it is in the best
interest of the City to join KCLS to be forwarded, upon passage, to the City
of Renton Library Board for their review and recommendation, and to KCLS
Board of Directors for their concurrence.
July 6, 2009 Renton City Council Minutes Page 198
Transportation (Aviation)
Committee
Transportation: 2010-2015 TIP
Finance Committee
Finance: Vouchers
Responding to Council President Corman's inquiry, Mayor Law stated that there
will be additional opportunities for discussion and negotiations with KCLS
regarding employee issues after it is determined whether or not Renton voters
choose to annex to the King County Library System.
Council President Corman remarked that it is the intent of the Council that the
current library personnel remain employed at the Renton libraries if they are
annexed to KCLS. He stated that the City should take whatever precautions
necessary to keep personnel in the area. He also noted that the Highlands
library would likely be enlarged and not closed, if it were to become part of
KCLS.
Library Director Bette Anderson reported that there is a section in the proposed
interlocal agreement that allows for changes or additions. She stated that KCLS
could not definitively state the answer to the seniority question, as it will have
to be worked out through union negotiations. She opined that KCLS' intentions
are to do the best possible for Renton employees. She also stated that she was
not sure if the issue would be worked out before it went to the ballot.
Bill Ptacek, King County Library System, stated that their 1,200 employees are
represented by the same union as the Renton library staff, only through a
different bargaining unit. He remarked that although he could not guarantee
that the seniority issue would be resolved prior to a vote, he would raise the
issue with the union. Mr. Ptacek also suggested that Human Resources
personnel from both organizations become engaged in the situation.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 199 for resolution.)
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report regarding
the annual update to the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
The Committee reviewed the 2010-2015 Six-Year TIP and requested a change to
the Overlay Program and to the Arterial Rehabilitation Program to indicate an
increase of $25,000 to each program. These funds are reserved specifically for
the maintenance of existing alleyways for a combined total of $100,000, of
which $50,000 will be reallocated from existing programs and projects.
With this change completed, the Committee recommends concurrence in the
staff recommendation to approve the annual updates to the Six-Year
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP 2010-2015) and approve the 2009
Arterial Street Plan. The Committee further recommended that the resolution
regarding this matter be presented for adoption.
MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 199 for resolution.)
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending approval
of Claim Vouchers 284299 - 284687 and two wire transfers totaling
$2,883,678.23. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
July 6, 2009 Renton City Council Minutes Page 199
RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
RESOLUTION #4008
Vacation: Lake WA Blvd N &
N 44th St ROW, Alpert
International, VAC-09-001
RESOLUTION #4009
Library: King County Library
System Interlocal Agreement
RESOLUTION #4010
Transportation: 2010-2015 TIP
Planning: 2009 Title IV
(Development Regulations)
Docket #D-02, Indoor
Recreation Use
Planning: 2009 Title IV
(Development Regulations)
Docket #D-04, Commercial
Setback Modifications/Site
Plan Review
Planning: 2009 Title IV
(Development Regulations)
Docket #D-08, Stream
Reclassifications
Planning: 2009 Title IV
(Development Regulations)
Docket #D-11, Live-Work Units
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
A resolution was read setting a public hearing date on 8/17/2009 for vacating a
portion of right-of-way, east of Lake Washington Blvd. N. at N. 44th St. (Alpert
International, LLLP; VAC-09-001) MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
interlocal agreement with King County Library System entitled Agreement
Regarding Library Services in the Event of Annexation. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
A resolution was read updating the City's Six-Year Transportation Improvement
Program 2010-2015. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting on 7/13/2009 for second and final reading:
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 2, Zoning Districts - Uses and
Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, to amend use
regulations in the Industrial Light (IL), Commercial Neighborhood (CN), Center
Downtown (CD), Commercial Office (CO), Commercial/Office/Residential (COR),
Urban Center North 1 (UC-N1), and Urban Center North 2 (UC-N2) zones to
allow recreational facilities, indoor, new. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
7/13/2009. CARRIED.
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 9, Permits - Specific, of Title IV
(Development Regulations), of City Code, to amend the regulations regarding
site plan review applicability. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
7/13/2009. CARRIED.
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 3, Environmental Regulations and
Overlay Districts, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, to amend
the critical areas regulations regarding the reclassification of streams. MOVED
BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 7/13/2009. CARRIED.
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 2, Zoning Districts - Uses and
Standards, Chapter 4, City-Wide Property Development Standards, Chapter 9,
Permits - Specific, and Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development
Regulations), of City Code, to amend the regulations to create a definition for,
and allow, Live-Work Units. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
7/13/2009. CARRIED.
July 6, 2009 Renton City Council Minutes Page 200
Planning: 2009 Title IV
(Development Regulations)
Docket #D-12, Animal
Regulation Modification
Planning: 2009 Title IV
(Development Regulations)
Docket #D-14, Temporary
Uses
Planning: 2009 Title IV
(Development Regulations)
Docket #D-21, Down Lighting
Planning: 2009 Title IV
(Development Regulations)
Docket #D-23, Detached
Accessory Dwelling Units
Planning: 2009 Title IV
(Development Regulations)
Docket D-24, Bulk & Density
Standards & Definitions
ORDINANCE #5464
Budget: 2009 Amendments
ORDINANCE #5465
SAD: Central Plateau
Interceptor Phase II
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 4, City-Wide Property Development
Standards; and Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development Regulations);
and Chapter 4, Animal Licenses, of Title V (Finance and Business Regulations),
of City Code, to amend the regulations regarding the keeping of animals and
the definitions of "Animals, Domestic," "Animals, Domestic- Large Lot,"
"Animals, Domestic - Medium Lot," "Animals, Domestic - Small Lot," and "Pets,
Household." MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 7/13/2009. CARRIED.
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 1, Administration and Enforcement,
Chapter 2, Zoning Districts - Uses and Standards, Chapter 8, Permits - General
and Appeals, and Chapter 9, Permits - Specific, of Title IV (Development
Regulations), of City Code, to amend the regulation of temporary uses and
review processes. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER
THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 7/13/2009. CARRIED.
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 3, Environmental Regulations and
Overlay Districts; and Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development
Regulations), of City Code, to amend the regulations regarding pedestrian scale
lighting and the definition of "Light Definitions." MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 7/13/2009. CARRIED.
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 2, Zoning Districts - Uses and
Standards; Chapter 4, City-Wide Property Development Standards; Chapter 8,
Permits - General and Appeals; and Chapter 9, Permits - Specific, of Title IV
(Development Regulations), of City Code, to amend the regulations regarding
detached accessory dwelling units. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
7/13/2009. CARRIED.
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV
(Development Regulations), of City Code, to amend the regulations regarding
Bulk Standards and Density Calculations by revising the definitions of "Building
Height" and "Density, Net" and adding definitions for "Grade, Existing" and
"Grade Plane." MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 7/13/2009. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading and
adoption:
An ordinance was read amending the 2009 Budget as adopted by Ordinance
No. 5423, and thereafter amended by Ordinance Nos. 5441, 5451, and 5455,
which decreases the 2009 Budget by $7,611,289 resulting in a total amended
budget of $281,265,058. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED.
An ordinance was read establishing an assessment district for sanitary sewer
service for properties adjacent to and/or benefitting from the Central Plateau
Interceptor Phase II and establishing the amount of the charge upon
connection to the facilities. MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY PARKER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED.
July 6, 2009 Renton City Council Minutes Page 201
NEW BUSINESS
Transportation: 1-405,1-5 to
SR 169 Stage 2 - Widening and
SR 515 Interchange Projects
Streets: Duvall Ave NE, Road
Improvements Project
Public Safety: Various Noise
Complaints
Community Event: Renton
Rotary & Salvation Army Food
Bank Fundraising Event
Community Event: Return to
Renton Car Show, Proceeds to
Renton Police Department
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Martinez
Councilmember Persson announced that an administrative hearing will be held
in Council Chambers, 7th floor of City Hall, on July 7, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. He
explained that the hearing is for the noise variance requested by the
contractors for the 1-405,1-5 to SR 169 Stage 2 - Widening and SR 515
Interchange projects. He remarked that the contractors are requesting a noise
variance to cover a total of 353 days over the next two and half years. He
suggested that anyone who lives near Benson Rd. S., Talbot Hill, Renton Hill, or
Downtown Renton, and is interested in providing input should attend the
meeting. Councilmember Persson also explained the administrative hearing
process, noting that it does not involve Council.
Councilmember Parker announced that Duvall Ave. SE has been reopened. He
expressed his gratitude for the neighborhoods and businesses affected by the
closure. He remarked that it was an untenable situation and that everyone
made the best of it. He also expressed his appreciation to City staff and the
construction crews for the tremendous job they did completing the project.
Councilmember Briere also expressed her appreciation for City staff and the
construction workers who were supportive, concerned, and sensitive to the
needs of the citizens and businesses affected by the project.
Councilmember Taylor reported receipt of emails regarding various noise
complaints such as barking dogs, cruising and speeding, illegal noise from
vehicle stereos, modified muffler systems, and other nuisances. MOVED BY
TAYLOR, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ITEM OF NOISE ISSUES
TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Councilmember Taylor reported that the Renton Rotary and Salvation Army
Food Bank conducted its fourth annual fundraising event on 6/30/2009. He
stated that a movie about homelessness was screened and commented that
approximately $50,000 was raised. He thanked all of the community volunteers
who helped make it a successful event.
Councilmember Palmer announced that the Return to Renton Car Show is this
Sunday, July 12, 2009. She stated that it begins at 8 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m.,
with the procession of Model T Fords scheduled for 9:30 a.m. She noted that
event proceeds are donated to the Police Department to support youth
programs.
Mark Martinez (Renton) remarked that he believes that the government's
responsibility is to make sure people are safe, and to have nice roads to drive
on, but otherwise should let people pursue their own happiness. He stated
that he believes in minimizing government and questioned the purpose of
reclassifying streams, redefining the definition of light, and other adjustments
being made to the City's Development Regulations.
Councilmember Parker explained how environmental, state, and federal laws
mandate when streams must be reclassified. He also explained that lighting
definitions were changed due to complaints received from residents and
businesses. Councilmember Parker also remarked that these issues are not
rubber-stamped and are deliberated at length in committees that make
recommendations to the full Council. Council President Corman added that in
this instance, the adjustments are an attempt to simply the City's Development
Regulations.
July 6, 2009 Renton City Council Minutes Page 202
ADJOURNMENT
Jason Seth, Recorder
July 6, 2009
MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED.
Time: 8:26
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
July 6, 2009
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
(Corman)
MON., 7/13 1-405 Improvements Update;
5:30 p.m. Emerging Issues in Transportation;
Regional Issues
*7th Floor Conferencing Center*
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Briere)
FINANCE
(Persson)
MON., 7/13 Bad Debt Write-Off;
4:30 p.m. South Correctional Entity (SCORE) Short-
Term Loan Agreement;
Emerging Issues in Revenue Streams
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(Parker)
THURS., 7/9 Title IV (Development Regulations)
3:00 p.m. Docket
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Taylor)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Palmer)
THURS., 7/9 Local & Regional Transportation Issues
4:00 p.m. (briefing only);
2009 Airport Layout Plan Update
UTILITIES
(Zwicker)
THURS., 7/9 CANCELED
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.