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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAugust 6, 2007 RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting August 6, 2007 Council Chambers Monday, 7 p.m. M I N U T E S Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kathy Keolker called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. ROLL CALL OF COUNCILMEMBERS TONI NELSON, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; DON PERSSON; MARCIE PALMER; TERRI BRIERE; DENIS LAW; DAN CLAWSON. CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE KATHY KEOLKER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; PETER HAHN, Deputy Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator - Transportation; KAREN MCFARLAND, Engineering Specialist; LINDA KNIGHT, Solid Waste Coordinator; ALEX PIETSCH, Economic Development Administrator; SUZANNE DALE ESTEY, Economic Development Director; PREETI SHRIDHAR, Communications Director; CHIEF I. DAVID DANIELS and EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR DEBORAH NEEDHAM, Fire Department; COMMANDER KENT CURRY, Police Department. PUBLIC HEARINGS Vacation: 128th Ave SE, Newforth, VAC-07-003 This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Keolker opened the public hearing to consider the petition to vacate a portion of unopened Queen Ave. NE (formerly 128th Ave. SE) right-of-way, south of NE 4th St., approximately six feet in width and 293 feet in length. (Petitioner: Steve Beck on behalf of Newforth, LLC.) Engineering Specialist McFarland reported that 100 percent of the abutting property owners have signed the vacation petition, and the area does not contain any City-owned facilities. She stated that the request is associated with the petitioner's intent to create two buildable lots, and according to the petitioner, the public benefits by having this property put back into productive use. Ms. McFarland indicated that the vacation request was circulated to various City departments and outside agencies for review and no objections were raised. In conclusion, Ms. McFarland stated that staff recommends approval of the vacation subject to the retainage of an easement over the entire area for a future water line extension. Public comment was invited. Steve Beck, 4735 NE 4th St., Renton, 98059, said Newforth, LLC owns the property located directly east of and adjacent to the east property line of the vacation area, and the property located directly west of and adjacent to the west property line of the vacation area. He detailed the history of the subject right- of-way and the problems surrounding the documentation of the right-of-way on the tax assessor's maps. Pointing out that Newforth's lot line adjustment application is on hold pending the outcome of this proposal, Mr. Beck urged Council to grant the vacation. There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. August 6, 2007 Renton City Council Minutes Page 265 MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL APPROVE THE VACATION REQUEST SUBJECT TO THE RETENTION OF AN EASEMENT OVER THE ENTIRE AREA FOR THE FUTURE WATER LINE EXTENSION. CARRIED. Vacation: Whitworth Ave S, TEAM Properties, VAC-07- 002 This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Keolker opened the public hearing to consider the petition to vacate a portion of Whitworth Ave. S. right-of-way (ROW), south of S. 4th St., approximately 60 feet in width and 100 feet in length. (Petitioner: Brian Allen on behalf of TEAM Properties, LLC.) Engineering Specialist McFarland stated that 100 percent of the abutting property owners have signed the vacation petition, and the area contains City- owned water, wastewater, and surface water facilities. She indicated that the petitioner plans to use the requested vacation area in the proposed development of the ATS Automation Addition project (LUA-07-003). Ms. McFarland reviewed the petitioner's reasons why the vacation will benefit the public. Upon circulation of the petition to various City departments and outside agencies, Ms. McFarland reported that the Utility Division asked that an easement be retained and that sufficient area be provided for a boring pit. The Transportation Division requested that vehicular turnaround access be provided and that ROW be turned back to the City should the BNSF Railway Company ROW be abandoned. Finally, she reported that the Economic Development Department objected to the vacation request for the following reasons: interim land use of the parking lot would be perpetuated, higher density development which may require the requested ROW is anticipated, and future use of the railroad ROW is unknown. Councilmember Briere expressed concern that the property to the west of the vacation area will have no access. Correspondence was read from Louis Barei, 614 S. 18th St., Renton, 98055, owner of property located at 417 Whitworth Ave. S., requesting that the end of Whitworth Ave. S. be made wider so that U-turns can more easily be conducted. Public comment was invited. Mark DeWitt, 4735 NE 4th St., Renton, 98059, owner of property located at 424 Whitworth Ave. S., reported that the vacation request is a result of a City condition placed upon the proposed development. He stated that the vacation request violates City Code since a cul-de-sac is required for any dead end street over 300 feet in length. Mr. DeWitt expressed concern that if he or his neighbors develop were to develop property in the future, a cul-de-sac would be needed farther up the street, which would entail taking large portions of the smaller lots. Brian Allen, 450 Shattuck Ave. S., Renton, 98057, vacation petitioner, stated that in 2000, TEAM Properties purchased the old Milwaukee Substation building that now houses companies that provide approximately 140 jobs in Renton. He explained that TEAM Properties owns property adjacent to the east and west sides of the vacation area, and due to the lack of space in the building, a building expansion is being sought. August 6, 2007 Renton City Council Minutes Page 266 MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ALLOW THE SPEAKER ANOTHER FIVE MINUTES. CARRIED. Mr. Allen assured that access will be provided to the parcel to the west of the vacation area. Additionally, he noted that TEAM Properties has signed a neighborhood agreement with St. Anthony Church to allow members to park in TEAM Properties' lots on nights and weekends. Mr. Allen listed the benefits of the vacation, including mitigating Whitworth Ave. S. traffic, fencing off railroad transients from the neighborhood, cleaning up garbage accumulation at street end, and allowing parking access to neighbors during non-business hours. He assured that the BNSF ROW will be turned back to the City if abandoned, and that vehicular turnaround access will be provided. Finally, he relayed that the City staff told him the use of cul-de-sacs is not enforced in the urban core. Responding to Councilmember Corman's inquiry, Fire Chief Daniels indicated that although he has not reviewed this matter, typically cul-de-sacs are not needed in the downtown core as buildings can be accessed by the Fire Department on another side. In response to Councilmember Briere's question, Mr. Allen said that access to the parking will be from Shattuck Ave. S. There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL REFER THE VACATION PETITION FOR A PORTION OF WHITWORTH AVE. S. TO THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 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 2007 and beyond. Items noted included: The Renton Police Athletic Association donated $250 to the Community Services Athletic Association for its Recreation Division Scholarship Program. Children 14 and younger are invited to attend the Annual Kennydale Splash Day at Kennydale Beach Park on August 8. AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: Russell - Index Pl NE, A&D Quality Construction Company, VAC- 07-001 Kevie Russell, 2906 NE 7th St., Renton, 98056, reading from his letter on the topic of the vacation of a portion of Index Pl. NE, expressed his objection to a 15-foot-wide strip, which the City wants to retain as a pedestrian right-of-way, being taken out of his portion of the area to be vacated. He requested that the pedestrian right-of-way be taken out of the center of Index Pl. NE, one-half from each parcel, so he will not be left with a ten-foot strip of land separated from the rest of his parcel by the pedestrian right-of-way. Additionally, Mr. Russell noted that a walkway currently exists to the east of the subject property. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL REFER THIS CORRESPONDENCE TO THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Citizen Comment: McOmber - Index Pl NE, A&D Quality Construction Company, VAC- Howard McOmber, 475 Olympia Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, speaking on the topic of the vacation of a portion of Index Pl. NE, stated that Index Pl. NE is not an asset for the Highlands neighborhood and he wants the area to be August 6, 2007 Renton City Council Minutes Page 267 07-001 vacated. He objected to the retainage of a strip of land from the aforementioned speaker's portion of the vacation area for a pedestrian right-of- way, pointing out that a pedestrian right-of-way already exists near the vacation area and should sufficiently serve the neighborhood. Councilmember Briere suggested that Mr. McOmber (who is a member of the Highlands Task Force) bring forward the topic of pedestrian walkways for discussion by the task force. Citizen Comment: Persson - Index Pl NE, A&D Quality Construction Company, VAC- 07-001 Terry Persson, 2821 NE 8th Pl., Renton, 98059, spoke on the topic of the vacation of a portion of Index Pl. NE. He displayed photographs and a map showing public walkways and a public use area that already exists in the area. Mr. Persson expressed support for Mr. Russell's original request to vacate the street, saying that an additional pedestrian right-of-way is not necessary. Citizen Comment: Gitchel - T- Mobile Monopole Placement, SE 3rd Pl, CU-07-065 Chuck Gitchel, 4401 SE 3rd Pl., Renton, 98059, stated that T-Mobile is proposing to place a 60-foot cell phone tower near his house. He expressed concerns regarding the radiation hazard and the reduction of the value of his property. Mr. Gitchel noted that nothing has been done since he last spoke to Council on the matter. Mayor Keolker reported that the proposal is still going through the administrative process. Citizen Comment: Mears - T- Mobile Monopole Placement, SE 3rd Pl, CU-07-065 Doug Mears, 4308 SE 3rd Pl., Renton, 98059, expressed his opposition to T- Mobile's proposal to locate a cell phone tower in his neighborhood. He voiced concerns about the electromagnetic radiation and the negative effect the tower will have on property values. Councilmember Persson pointed out that if Council takes any type of action at this time, Council may be precluded from acting on the matter in the future if the issue is ultimately appealed to the Council. Mayor Keolker reviewed the administrative conditional use permit process for this project. Assistant City Attorney Fontes noted that the Administration is proceeding with its review and decision on the matter, which is expected to be released in a few weeks. Citizen Comment: Demps - Index Pl NE, A&D Quality Construction Company, VAC- 07-001 Keith Demps, 2308 NE 24th St., Renton, 98056, spoke on the issue of his request to vacate a portion of Index Pl. NE. He indicated that he already went through the vacation process, which included obtaining the adjacent property owner's signature on the petition (Kevie Russell). Mr. Demps expressed concern that he will have to start the process over again because of the adjacent property owner's concerns, and the City's decision to retain right-of-way for a trail. Councilmember Corman assured Mr. Demps that he will not have to start the process over again. He indicated that the Council still has flexibility to modify the vacation and needs time to resolve the questions surrounding the matter. Councilmember Briere assured that the Planning and Development Committee will review the matter this week. CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. At the request of Councilmember Palmer, items 6.e. and 6.f. were removed for separate consideration. Council Meeting Minutes of 7/23/2007 Approval of Council meeting minutes of 7/23/2007. Council concur. August 6, 2007 Renton City Council Minutes Page 268 CAG: 07-134, NE 4th St/Hoquiam Ave NE Signal Improvement, Transtech Electric City Clerk reported bid opening on 7/31/2007 for CAG-07-134, NE 4th St./Hoquiam Ave. NE Signal Improvement; three bids; engineer's estimate $279,573.53; and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, Transtech Electric, Inc., in the amount of $289,295. Council concur. Human Services: Summer Lunch & Housing Repair Assistance Programs, Budget Amend Human Services Division requested authorization to amend the 2007 Budget to appropriate $37,734 from the General Fund for the Summer Lunch and Housing Repair Assistance programs, which are funded by grant revenues. Council concur. (See page 272 for ordinance.) Fire: Zone 3 Special Operations Interlocal Agreement Fire Department recommended approval of the Zone 3 Special Operations interlocal agreement with five other South King County fire departments for the sharing of special operations resources. Council concur. (See page 271 for resolution.) Transportation: 2008-2013 TIP Transportation Systems Division submitted the annual update of the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Arterial Street Plan. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee; set public hearing on 8/20/2007 to consider the TIP. Utility: Upper Springbrook Creek Restoration, King Conservation District Number 9, Budget Amend Utility Systems Division recommended approval of a grant agreement with King Conservation District Number 9 to accept $50,000 for the Upper Springbrook Creek Restoration project, and approval to amend the 2007 Budget to add funds to the Surface Water revenue and expenditure accounts. Council concur. (See page 271 for resolution and 272 for ordinance.) MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEMS 6.e. AND 6.f. FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED. Separate Consideration Item 6.e. Airport: 2008 Runway Paving Design, FAA Grant Transportation Systems Division recommended approval to accept a $149,646 Federal Aviation Administration grant for the design of the 2008 airport runway paving project. Separate Consideration Item 6.f. Airport: 2008 Runway Paving Design, URS Corporation Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of a contract in the amount of $149,646 with URS Corporation for engineering and design of the 2008 airport runway paving project. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE ITEMS 6.e. AND 6.f. CARRIED. (See page 272 for FAA grant resolution.) CORRESPONDENCE Citizen Comment: Russell - Index Pl NE, A&D Quality Construction Company, VAC- 07-001 Mayor Keolker noted that the correspondence was read by the submitter, Kevie Russell, during Audience Comment. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Committee of the Whole Council: Policies Council President Nelson presented a Committee of the Whole report regarding the Council policies. The Committee recommended that Council adopt the revisions to the 800 series of the City of Renton policies and procedures. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.* August 6, 2007 Renton City Council Minutes Page 269 Councilmember Clawson objected to the change to policy #800-12, Contracting Authority, pertaining to the contract approval amounts. He explained that according to State law, the Administration can go forward with public works contracts under $30,000 for a single craft or trade and under $50,000 for a multiple craft or trade, and with non-public works contracts under $50,000. Contracts over those amounts require Council approval. Mr. Clawson indicated that the change to the policy requires Council approval of all public works contracts $30,000 and over and all non-public works contracts $20,000 and over. Pointing out that as Council already approves the money via the budget process, Councilmember Clawson indicated that this matter is worthy of discussion. He expressed support for the current contract approval amounts, noting the importance of balancing efficiency and process. Mr. Clawson noted Renton's strong-mayor form of government, and said he does not want the Mayor taking away the Council's authority or vice versa but feels that the proposed change goes too far. He indicated that in any city, problems and disputes occur between the Council and Mayor, and he recommended resolving the problems rather than changing the policy. Continuing, Mr. Clawson stated that the Administration does need to speed up the process in providing the Council with more information about the contracts; however, he disagreed with further restricting the Administration by reducing the contract approval amounts. Councilmember Persson said it is irresponsible for Council not to review the contracts at those amounts. He estimated that 50 contracts a year would fall under the criteria, which results in a total estimated contract amount of $2.5 million. Mr. Persson expressed his frustration regarding being unable to get a list of every contract the City has, and stressed that as the Finance Committee Chair, it is important that he has information about the contracts, including when they expire. Councilmember Corman noted the separation of powers issues that occur in government that make the Council responsible, from a fiduciary standpoint, to the degree that Council reviews every single City expenditure. He expressed his support for Councilmember Persson's desire to have advanced knowledge of contract-related expenditures, as Mr. Persson is reviewing the expenditures on behalf of the taxpayers. Mr. Corman stated that presentation of the contracts on the Council meeting agenda under Consent Agenda will not slow down City business. Councilmember Briere agreed with Councilmember Clawson's position, noting the issue of trust. She pointed out that Council reviews the departments' budgets and trusts that staff will move forward with what they need to do and follow the requirements. Ms. Briere recommended allowing staff to do their work without a lot of delays from Council. She agreed that a list of contracts is necessary, noting that some lists already exist and that the Administration is working towards that end. Ms. Briere supported continuing with the current Council contract approval limits. Councilmember Corman indicated that the issue is not trust-related and assured that he does not want to micromanage the departments. He countered that August 6, 2007 Renton City Council Minutes Page 270 Council is unable to anticipate during the budget process every opportunity that will come before the City in the following year. Referring to the unanticipated matter of the Sonics Stadium assessment contract, Mr. Corman stated that City expenditures should match what Council wants to spend the money on. He explained that it is not an issue of trust, but rather a policy decision matter. Mayor Keolker agreed that the City could not have anticipated that particular policy decision. She indicated that the Sonic Stadium assessment contract was brought before Council even though the contract amount was under the Council approval limits because the Administration knew Council would be interested in the matter. Councilmember Corman noted the problems surrounding this matter between the Finance Committee Chair and the Economic Development Administrator, pointing out that if the contract approval amount had been lower, it would have simply been normal operation rather than a battle of wills,. Councilmember Clawson also noted the problems surrounding the Sonics Stadium issue, but pointed out that policy should not be changed based upon one incident. He indicated that the changes may be in effect for many years, and rather than changing something due to personality differences, decisions must be based on what is good for the long run. Mr. Clawson noted the potential for abuse if the contract amount approval limits are lowered. Councilmember Law disagreed with Mr. Clawson, stating that staff has been unable to show that putting the contracts through the Council approval process will involve a lot of extra time. He pointed out that examining the expenditures of contracts that were not budgeted initially and amount to upwards of $2.5 million a year is not a process that should be considered onerous or intrusive. Councilmember Clawson noted that the basis of the matter is an issue of trust. Councilmember Persson indicated that the proposed change is not just based on one issue, as he has been trying to obtain information about contracts for the last three and a half years. He noted the importance of Council having a say in the expenditure of $2.5 million a year. Councilmember Briere pointed out that the Administration has been and is making strides to provide the desired contract information. At the request of Ms. Briere, Councilmember Persson detailed the contract information he needs. Council President Nelson expressed concern that the public may feel that the Council does not know what is going on. Noting that she has previously been a member of the Finance Committee, Ms. Nelson explained how the committee members review all the expenditures of the City and how answers are obtained for those questions that require more research. Ms. Nelson pointed out that amount of time Council has spent debating this issue, and called for the question. The motion was seconded by Briere. The motion to end debate died for lack of a prevailing vote. Councilmember Corman agreed that the Administration keeps excellent records of past expenditures. He clarified that Councilmember Persson wants knowledge of future expenditures for purposes of getting in front of those expenditures and for determining whether the money that is going to be spent fits the priorities. Mr. Corman said he wants advanced knowledge of the August 6, 2007 Renton City Council Minutes Page 271 expenditures, especially if it is going to amount to $2.5 million in the coming year. He pointed out that the community selects seven councilmembers and one mayor to make a team, and it is not a matter of one side winning and the other side losing, it is a matter of everyone doing their best. *MOTION TO CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT REGARDING COUNCIL POLICIES. ROLL CALL: FIVE AYES: NELSON, CORMAN, PERSSON, PALMER, LAW; TWO NAYS: BRIERE, CLAWSON. CARRIED. Mayor Keolker stated that she has 100 percent confidence in the administrative team to provide whatever information Council needs in addition to the information that is already being provided. Community Services Committee Appointment: Advisory Commission of Diversity Community Services Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding the appointments to the Advisory Commission on Diversity. The Committee recommended concurrence in Mayor Keolker's appointments of Serena Aquino (term expires 12/31/2009), Audrey Godwin (term expires 12/31/2009), Raymond Lam (term expires 12/31/2007), and Erica Rehberg (term expires 12/31/2009) to the Advisory Commission on Diversity. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Mayor Keolker stated that due to the Community Services Department's outreach efforts, the City is receiving more applications for boards and commissions than has occurred in the past. Transportation (Aviation) Committee Airport: Kenmore Air Harbor Operating Permit & Sublease Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve an operating permit and agreement with Kenmore Air Harbor, Inc. for its sublease from BHC (Beaver Hangar Corporation), Inc. The Committee further recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the operating permit and agreement with Kenmore Air Harbor, Inc. for its sublease from BHC, Inc.* Councilmember Palmer reported that this operating permit is not scheduled seaplane business. *MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Airport: Bahr Aero Operating Permit & Sublease Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report recommending approval of an operating permit and agreement with Bahr Aero for its sublease from Aerodyne, LLC. The Committee further recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the operating permit and agreement with Bahr Aero for its sublease with Aerodyne, LLC.* Councilmember Palmer pointed out that Bahr Aero performs consulting and helps pilots purchase airplanes. *MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption: Resolution #3896 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an August 6, 2007 Renton City Council Minutes Page 272 Fire: Zone 3 Special Operations Interlocal Agreement interlocal agreement with South King Fire and Rescue (King County Fire Protection District No. 39), the fire departments of the cities of Kent, Tukwila, and the Port of Seattle, and the Valley Regional Fire Authority, entitled "Interlocal Agreement Zone 3 Special Operations." MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. Resolution #3897 Utility: Upper Springbrook Creek Restoration, King Conservation District Number 9, Budget Amend A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with King Conservation District Number 9 regarding the Upper Springbrook Creek Restoration project. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. Added Resolution #3898 Airport: 2008 Runway Paving Design, FAA Grant A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a Federal Aviation Administration grant for the engineering and design phase of the 2008 airport runway paving project. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the Council meeting of 8/13/2007 for second and final reading: Human Services: Summer Lunch & Housing Repair Assistance Programs, Budget Amend An ordinance was read amending the 2007 General Fund Budget to appropriate $37,734 for the Summer Lunch and Housing Repair Assistance programs, which are funded by grant revenues. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 8/13/2007. CARRIED. Utility: Upper Springbrook Creek Restoration, King Conservation District Number 9, Budget Amend An ordinance was read amending the 2007 Budget by increasing the amount of funds in the Surface Water revenue account and expenditure account by $50,000 pursuant to the Upper Springbrook Creek Restoration project agreement with the King Conservation District Number 9. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 8/13/2007. CARRIED. NEW BUSINESS Solid Waste: Sustainable Solid Waste Collection Pilot Program In response to Councilmember Corman's questions pertaining to citizen comments regarding the Sustainable Solid Waste Collection pilot program, Solid Waste Coordinator Knight explained that the five-month pilot program, which runs from August 13 to December 31, is being conducted only in the Glencoe and Tiffany Park general neighborhoods. She expressed her concern that by placing the pilot program's information on the City's website, confusion may occur for regular solid waste customers who are not in the pilot area. Therefore, to prevent confusion, a specific website for the pilot participants was launched. Ms. Knight indicated that a link to that specific website will be placed on the City's website. Responding to Councilmember Clawson's inquiries, Ms. Knight reviewed the pilot program's collection schedule, food waste disposal, and container sizes. She stated that data collected from the survey given at the end of the pilot program will guide decisions about the City's future solid waste contract. Transportation: Permit-Parking Hours Listing on Parking Lot Signs Councilmember Persson recommended listing the permit-only parking hours on the parking signs at the City's parking lot located behind the RAYS building on S. 3rd St. Planning: Low Impact Development Regulations Pointing out that the City is using older methods to handle stormwater runoff, it was MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER August 6, 2007 Renton City Council Minutes Page 273 LOW IMPACT DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED. AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: Gitchel - T- Mobile Monopole Placement, SE 3rd Pl, CU-07-065 In response to the comment by Chuck Gitchel, 4401 SE 3rd Pl., Renton, 98059, Councilmember Persson assured that Mr. Gitchel is not wasting Council's time by expressing his concerns regarding the potential placement of a monopole in his neighborhood. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:32 p.m. Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk Recorder: Michele Neumann, August 6, 2007