HomeMy WebLinkAboutBook 11 (3/14/1950 - 12/18/1951) Renton, Washington
March 14, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor
Joe R. Baxter at 7:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN,
TRIM, REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Mayor Baxter asked for a roll call of officials.
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The following Officials and Department Heads were present: City Attorney,
Arthur Haugan; Police Chief, Vincent Stewart: Superintendent of Utilities, S.R.Waller;
City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; Part Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Assistant
Engineer, Marston Winegar; Airport Manager, Ned Stokes; City Engineer, B.M.McHugh,
Building Inspector, Walter Wills and Frank Ames of the Airport Board.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the March 7,
1950 meeting be approved as written. Carried.
A petition was read requesting the portion of the NE-j of NE-j Section 8,
Twp 23, R 5 E, WM property owned by Arnold C. Weiding be rezoned from residential
to commercial.
Moved by Gigli, seconded-by Richardson, that this petition be referred to
the Planning Commission for further report and recommendation. Carried.
A communication was read from J. E. Holmes, of the Holmes Electric
Company requesting creation of a NO PARKING zone on Beacon Avenue from the Pacific
Coast Railroad spur line to Mill Street, a distance of 74.3 feet, as this zone is
considered necessary to the normal and efficient operation of his business at 1025
3rd Avenue.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that this request be referred
to the Street & Alley Committee to investigate and report back. Carried.
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A communication was read from Dean C. McLean, County Commissioner, Dist.
#3, to Councilman Herman Freyman, Chairman, Legislative Committee, advising that
the road program, which would include improvement of the Old Issaquah-Cemetery Road,
eastward from the eastern limits of the City of Renton, was put under the super-
vision of the County Road Engineer at the last legislative session in Olympia,
therefore this request had been referred to Mr. Evans for attention and handling.
Mr. McLean further stated that due to the bad winter weather a lot of the funds
for road repair had been used in attempting to clear the snow and sanding the icy
roads to keep them open to traffic.
Mayor Baxter recommended, as no iction -was necessary, that the communi-
cation be placed on file.
A communication was read from Robert R. Stobbs, President of The
Association of Valley Cities, announcing the next meeting of the Association would
convene, Wednesday, March 22, 1950 at 8:00 o'clock P.M., in the Renton Fire Hall.
The question as to the future ownership and direction of the properties of the Puget
Sound Power & Light Company is important to the Association and all municipal
officials should be well informed on the subject, as failure to take appropriate
action may prevent local ownership, in the event such should be found desirable.
For speaker, the Association of Valley Cities has secured Seattle City Councilman,
Mr. Bob Jones, who is recognized as a keen student of power problems in the Northwest
and has contributed much to the successful operation of the Seattle City Light
System. Councilman Jones is chairman of the Utilities Committee of the Seattle City
Council, a member of the Pacific Northwest Utilities Conference and a member of the
Bonneville Advisory Council.
Councilman Freyman recommended that the Planning Commission and the
Power Committee be present at this meeting.
Moved by Richa3dson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the
recommendation of Councilman Freyman and that the Planning Commission and the Power
Committee be so notified. Carried.
A communication was read from George Dobson, Chairman, Renton Airport
Board, requesting reconsideration of the recommendation of the Ways and Means
Committee and the Airport Board, that the City of Renton purchase, through the
Airport Board, the hangar of the O'Brien Flying Service and stating they would
be happy to have a representative of the Board at a meeting if further infor-
mation was desired pertaining to this matter. . They pointed out that there is an
urgency for a definite decision on this matter to utilize the services of the
moving company, now located on the airport, handling the assembly of the new
control tower at a much lower cost to the airport than to hire another firm to
come for this particular job, in the event the Council considers the recommen-
dation favorably.
Airport Manager Stokes requested permission to restate the recommendation
of the Airport Board. Permission was granted by Mayor Baxter. The Airport
Board recommends that the City of Renton offer the O'Brien Flying Service
$1472.24 for the title to the building. This would buy the O'Brien Flying Service
out completely with the three following listed provisions.
1. The O'Brien Flying Service is to pay for the moving of the
hangar, a cost not to exceed $550.00. (Bid already received.)
2. The O'Brien Flying Service is to pay their past-due rental.
(The amount of °$640.00)
3. The O'Brien Flying Service agrees to pay 18 months rent in
advance, in the amount of $282.24.
Councilman Richardson stated that he had contacted City Attorney Haugan
and that this matter could be legally handled in this manner.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hagen, that the Council reconsider the action
taken at the March 7th Council meeting on the Airport Board's original request.
Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council accept the
new proposition of the Airport Board and that the City Attorney be instructed
to draft mp the necessary legal papers and recommended that the collections,
as referred to above, be made at the time that the payment for the buildings,
etc., is made to the O'Brien Flying Service.
Councilman Tri.mm was informed by Airport Manager Stokes that the $v550.00
included moving the building with a guarantee that the roof would be repaired.
Airport Manager Stokes furnished all the Councilmen and the Mayor with
the Renton Airport's account Receivable as of March 1st 1950.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Clerk, City
Attorney and Airport Manager render a decision as to the correct handling of
the finances of the Airport transaction, above referred to. Carried.
Councilman Richardson requested a leave of absence for the balance of
the month of March.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Tamborini, that a leave of absence for the
balance of March be granted Councilman Richardson. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the City Engineer be
authorized to make a title search on the property at Liberty Park. Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the Supt. of Utilities
submit specifications in order that a call for bids for the purchase of a
grader may be published and that said specifications be presented to the
Council, at the next Council meeting, for their consideration. Carried.
Councilman Hagen, Chairman of the Ways & Means Committee reported that
the Ways & Means Committee recommended that if a street grader was purchased,
that same be paid for from the "Machine & Equipment" Account (Capital Outlay)
of the Street Department Fund.
Councilman Reid reported that he had been contacted regarding bus service
to Earlington.
Mayor Baxter stated that he would call the bus Company to have this
service resumed immediately.
Fire Chief Lawrence stated that booklets itemizing the "Disaster Relief
Program Committee" were completed and that copies would be furnished the Committee
Chairman and Councilmen and all interested parties of the different committees. A
small reproduction of the Committee chart is to be given all committee members, when
it is available.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had been requested by Governor Langlie's
Committee on Relief to appoint an Air Raid Warden for this area. Someone will be
appointed, and will have charge of observers working with him and all others who serve
with them. Mayor Baxter stated he will contact the American Legion, Veterans of
Foreign Wars and other Service organizations for their recommendations regarding this
organization and he will in turn select someone to serve on this committee.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Mayor call a short recess.
Carried.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT., DELAURENTI, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN,
TRIMM, REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
New business was postponed until the next regular meeting.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freymans, that the meeting be adjourned.
Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:05 o'clock P.M.
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Mayor
Renton, Wash
March 21, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor
Joe R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL:(RICHARDSON., on leave of absence), SWIFT, D ELAURENTI, BRUCE,
FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RIMM, REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TEmBORINI.
Officials and department heads present were: City Clerk, Wiley Crook;
City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Chief of Police, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd ...+
Lawrence; City Engineer, B. M. McHugh; Superintendent of Utilities, S. R. Waller;
City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; Airport Manager, Ned Stokes: Park Superintendent,
Gene Coulon and Building Inspector, Walter H. Mills.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting
of March 14th be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Not AMOU NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
16,444 $100.00 M. J. Lackie 465 3rd Ave Change driveway
56 100.00 Blaine Jeffries 620 Renton Ave Wire for range
57 100.00 P. F. Meyer 109 Burnett St. Install furnace
58 100.00 C. McGerry 2428 5th Ave. No. Erect carport
59 150.00 Upberto Barie 227 Main St. build office
60 400.00 David R. Graham 635 H. Street build fence
61 600.00 Mrs. Pederson 353 Factory St. Remodel apts.
62 6000.00 John Peternal Rt. 1, Box 402 Residence
63 200.00 John E. Banks 2307 6th P1. Install furnace
64 6000.00 A. Schultz 11710 Sunset Blvd. Erect house
65 100.00 Mrs. Moyer 109 Burnett wire for range
66 C. McDaniels 321 N. Williams Install plumbing
66A 100.00 Ted Cavanaugh 310 Mills St. Wire for dryer
67 300.00 George W. Church 632 E. St. erect room
68 100.00 James Maguire 1023 K. St, wire for range
69 Mrs. Peterson 359 Factory St, change plumbing
70 Dan McGovern 3rd & Shattuck install plumbing
71 700.00 L. Butler 821 A. St, erect garage
72 400.00 Robert R. Karinen 724 D. St. erect fence
73 100.00 George Old 511 Pelly lengthen garage
74 400.00 Ralph Holmes 704 C. St, erect basement
75 900.00 Angelo Bredo 800 Grant remodel house
76 100.00 Wayne Oyler 825E. St, erect fence
77 5000.00 Byron C. Anderson 512 H. Sunset Hiway erect add'n house
78 200.00 Wm. Hoyt 220 Park Change partition
79 A. Omack 322 N. .Jells remove chicken coup
80 100.00 A.M. Sharg 2118 6th Pl. remodel room
81 200.00 H. S. Gerrue 12203 SE 141st Cone. driveway
82 200.00 H. 0. Fitzpatrick 12209 S.E. 141st Cone. driveway
83 100.00 Dan Tilendo 12056 S.E. 141st brick flower box
84 100.00 C.C. Reed 2318 6th Ave. No. Remodel residence
85 350.00 R. T. Sherlock 8905 Langston Rd. Gar, foundation & flr.
86 100.00 St. Andrews Lodge 215 Williams St. open ditch in st.
87 2500.00 Wm. Bellanda 129 Mill St, remodel room
88 100.00 Wm. Koshak 2118 9th P1. remodel basement
89 100.00 G. N. Townsend 118 Pelly remodel room
90 100.00 Layton Hood 669 A. St, cone* ret'ng wall
91 100.00 N.P. Railway 5th & Burnett rewire dept.
92 100.00 John Cook 2002 6th P1, erect fence
93 100.00 Don McGovern 305 3rd Ave. Install gas heater
94 700.00 Reuben Miller 2211 6th P1. remodel house
95 100.00 Angelo Breda 800 Grant change wiring
96 600.00 E. C. McLachlan 2215 6th N. erect garage
97 200.00 Harvey C. Laird 12728 E. 143rd St. Cone. floor.
98 100.00 Mary Tamborini 531 Morris Install range
A communication was read from the office of the Seattle District
Engineer, Dept. of the Army, 4735 E. Marginal Way, Seattle 4, Wash., advising
the proper contact to make in case a similar condition, as previously had
happened when it appeared the pontoon bridge located at the mouth of the Cedar
River might restrict the discharge of water, causing flooding of adjacent pro-
perty. We are to advise the Public Works Officer, Commander A. P. Gardner, or
his assistant, Mr. C. Dean, at the Sand Point Naval Air Station, Seattle,
Washington, Telephone Vermont 0550, Extension 733.
Moved by Swift, seconded by %I nsen, that this information be posted
or made available at the City Garage, Police Station and in the City Clerk's
Office, in case of another similar emergency. Carried.
A communication was read from Renton School Dist. No. 403, Arthur H.
Town, Administrative Assistant; expressing his appreciation of the Fire Depart-
ment's service to the present School Bus Drivers' Class, and thanking the Fire
Chief and the men in his department for their cooperation.
Mayor Baxter, with Council approval, requested that the communication
be placed on file.
A communication was read from Mr. Hayden Williams, President of the
Renton Chamber of Commerce extending an invitation to the Mayor and members of the
City Council to be their guests at their regular weekly luncheon on Wednesday,
March 29th. They also requested the Mayor and City Council to tell them some of
the Governmental problems confronting the City and pledged to the Mayor and Council
the asistance of the Chamber of Commerce wherever, and whenever possible, as both
bodies should earnestly labor for the best interests of the City of Renton.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Trimm, that the Council answer the Chamber
of Commerce communication and that as many members of the Council attend the
luncheon as possible. Carried.
A communication was read from Mr. J. E. Holmes of the Holmes Electric
Company referring to their letter of March 9th and asking that their request for
a NO PARKING zone covering the north side of Beacon Avenue from the Pacific Coast
Railroad spur line to Mill Street, be amended to read LOADING ZONE.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Tamborini, that this letter be referred
to the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
A communication was read from Berniece Jones, proprietress of they
SUGAR BOWL, requesting permission to install one (1) Rockolla Shufflelane in
her place of business at 526 2nd Avenue.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the
Police and License Committee and to the Chief of Police for a report back.
Carried.
The Puget Sound Power & Light Company's Sodium Vapor Lighting Contract
for 4 lights at the intersection of the Sunset Highway and the Maple Valley
Highway at the East City limits of Renton, Washington, was presented to the
Council.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Tamborini, that this be referred to the
Fire, Light and Water Committee, City Attorney & Mayor for a report back. Carried.
A petition for the improvement of the alley in Block 149 in Renton
Highlands, .by grading, graveling and doing such other work as may be necessary in
connection therewith, (signed by 19 property owners) was mad.
... Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that as long as the
necessary notices to owners of lots in the two previous petitions for grading,
graveling, etc., of alleys located in Blockts 8 and 10 in the Renton Highlands
had not been completed in time to have notices published to coincide with the
hearing of the 28th of March, that this hearing be postponed to the April llth
meeting and that the hearing on the petition for Block 14, be included with the
hearings on the petition on Blocks 8 and 10. (City Engineer McHugh stated that
he would have time for working up his estimate of cost and making up the assess-
ment roll on Block 14.) Carried.
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The City clerk read the Notice of Public Hearing for March 21st regarding
a petition., which has been approved by the City Council and by the Planning
Commission of the City of Renton, to rezone the "Portion of Government Lot No. 16,
in Section 18, (B-358034) TWP 23N, R 5 E, W.M., said area being directly across
State Highway No. 5 from the intersection of 4th Place with State Highway No. 5,"
from residential to commercial.
As there were no written or oral protests, it was moved by Bruce,
seconded by Freyman, that this matter be referred to the Ordinance Committee to
draw up an Ordinance covering the rezoning. Carried.
Mayor Baxter called a short recess for the Police & License Committee and
Chief of Police to hold a consultation.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: (Richardson, Leave of Absence) , SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE,
FREYMAN, HAGEN, TRIMM, FSID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND HANSEN.
The Ordinance Committee presented Resolution No. 766, ordering the improve—
ment of Block 14, Renton Highlands Addition by constructing, graveling and grading
the alley therein, and such other work as may be necessary in that connection, in
accordance with plans prepared by the City Engineer.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Council adopt the
Resolution as written. Carried.
City Attorney Haugan stated that it would be necessary to appropriate the
expense of removing of the building of the O'Brien Flying Service to a new
(or different) location from one of the Cumulative Funds and this amount to be re—
turned to the cumulative fund later.
Councilman Swift reported that as a new request in the form of an amend—
ment to the NO PARKING zone for the area in the rear of the Holmes Electric
building was received, more time being necessary for a report on this request.
More time granted.
City Engineer McHugh stated that the Planning Commission was to hold their
regular meeting on the 27th instead of the 29th of March and at that time they
would take up the petition for the rezoning request of Arnold C. Weiding of the
NEJ of NE' Section 82 Twp 23, R 5 E, WM.
City Attorney Haugan stated that he would need more time to work on the
legal papers in regard to the O'Brien Flying Service building transaction. More
time granted.
City Engineer McHugh reported that it would be at least two weeks before
he would be able to get an answer on his title search on Liberty Park property
from the Title Insurance Company. More time granted.
The Supt. of Utilities presented grader specifications as follows: "The
Grader should have tendem power or four wheel traction powered with approximately
100 horsepower engine, Diesel or gasoline, hydraulic brakes complete and/or full
hydraulic or mechanical control. The machine to weigh at least eleven tons
light, that is, without water or calcium chloride. Tires to be 13" x 24" on all
wheels. The cab to be fully enclosed and clear vision demanded. Dual swipes,
heater and both front and rear lights be included as part of the equipment.
Scarifier with at least ten teeth to be included in the base bid, but if snowplow,
bulldozer or other attachments are available they may be as addendas. 12' x 24"
blade will be standard.
Full specifications on the engine proposed must accompany the proposal.
If grader has been used, a full and complete history of the grader must accompany
the proposal giving name of all owners and names of operators.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Council publish a call for
bids and have the date of April 182 be set for the opening of bids.
A roll call vote being taken, the result was as follows: Swift, No;
Delaurenti, No; Brice, No; Freyman, No; Hansen, No; Hagen, No; Reid, Aye; Gigli,
Aye; Davidson, Aye; Tamborini, Aye; there being six no's and four aye's, the
motion lost.
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Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the specifications for grader
be accepted and that the Council advertise for bids and have the date of April
4, be set for the opening of bids. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had contacted the Bus Company and not knowing
if the busses were actually running now, stated they had not been running due to
the condition of the County roads that the busses had to travel over.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Clerk-send a communi—
cation to the County Commissioner for the South District and the County Engineer
and inform them of this road condition. Carried.
�• Councilman Reid stated that one portion of the Langston road was in bad need
of repair.
Superintendent of Utilities, S. R. Waller stated that this particular road
had been repaired many times but that the springy clay condition of the strip of
road made it impossible to keep that portion in good condition under the present
weather conditions.
The Street & Alley Committee were requested to look into the matter of
crushed rock for this particular area.
The Superintendent of Utilities reported that although his committee had
written up the compiled information for the proposed Garbage Contract, he had not
yet contacted officials of the City of Puyallup regarding same. He will present
the proposed Garbage Contract at the next Council meeting.
Councilman Reid requested more time on the matter of Earlington lights.
More time granted.
Councilman Bruce, stated that the Park Board had informed him that a pole
on Liberty Park property or City of Renton Street property was rotten near the base
and should be replaced. (Estimated cost of $50.00).
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by FreymanI that the Council send a letter
of authority to the Puget Sound Power & Light Company and that the Fire.. Light and
Water Committee be given power to act on the replacement of said pole. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that Mr. & Mrs. Domenic Rockey agreed to sign a
QUIT CLAIM DEED for the purpose of providing an alley from 4th Avenue to Walla Walla
Avenue between Main Street and Wells Street and would sign said QUIT CLAIM DEED
Wednesday, A.M., March 22nd,
Councilman Davidson requested more time on the question of DAYLIGHT
SAVING TIME for the City of Renton. More time granted.
The Auditing & Accounting Committee reported that the accounting system
required for the City Garage was considerably different than most other systems,
in that it was more complicated and stated that they had made up their own forms
to suit their best needs and requirements and that it was still in the experimental
state. More time granted.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Reid, that the City Clerk write a letter to
the University of Washington to see what they have in the line of accounting
records that might work in with our problem at the City Garage, Carried.
City Engineer McHugh reported that the later that was overflowing on the
property owned by Otto Sundholm was coming from outside the City limits, and
stated that he had some 12 months previously informed Mr. Sundholm that if he
would furnish the pipe, the City might furnish the labor to lay the pipe, but
assured Mr. Sundholm that this matter was not the obligation of the City of Renton.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that a resolution be drafted to the
County Commissioners asking them to correct this condition. Carried.
The City Attorney stated that he would take the matter up with Mr. Sundholm
by direct negotiations.
City Engineer McHugh stated that the cost of a hydrant adjacent to the
Sunset Highway, near Mikels Tavern would be between 3P210.00 and �o230.00 depending
on the size of the hydrant required.
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Fire Chief Lawrence recommended a 5" hydrant. �
To Councilman Delaurenti's question as to how a fire would be handled
at this location, Fire Chief Lawrence stated that in case of fire, when the water
supply on the fire truck was exhaused, the would have to back and refill same.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Reid, that a hydrant be installed on
Sunset Highway, near Mike's Tavern, according to Fire Chief Lawrence's specifi-
cations. Carried.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the matter of a fire
hydrant be referred to the Ways and Means Committee to find a means of paying for
the hydrant and that City Attorney Haugan be contacted regarding legal advice on
the question of L.I.D. Carried.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the Fire Chief make
a survey of the City of Renton to ascertain how many additional hydrants would be
necessary in different localities. Carried.
Ned Stokes,the Airport Manager, reported that the Airport Board had
acted upon the problem of the fence surrounding the airport and the Board had
acted in favor or removal of the fence and offered the portion that is removed
to the City of Fenton for dispositiion. The portion consists of about 5500
linneal feet.
There followed considerable discussion as to the necessity of this
fence for the water reservoir.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Airport Manager be given
authority for removal of the fence parallel to the river. Carried.
The Airport Manager will take care of the moving of the fence.
Councilman Hansen requested more time to report on the heaters for
the garage. More time granted.
More time was granted Councilman Tamborini on Earlington lots for a
park.
Councilman Reid stated that the lights for Williams Street, between
4th and 5th Avenue, were all received and now were at the garage and would soon be
installed.
Councilman Swift of the Ordinance Committee presented Ordinance No.
1375 relating to and regulating punchboards and raffles, making definitions, re-
quiring and licenses and providing for fees for the use and operation thereof,
defining offenses and prescribing penalties. The Ordinance was read.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that Ordinance No. 1375
be referred to the Ordinance Committee for study and their recommendation. Carrie.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Reid, that the matter of acquiring the
property above the water reservoir be reopened by the City Attorney and the price
of acquiring the property be determined and the City Attorney to report back.
Carried.
Councilman Reid reported that due to the fact that there were no curbs
or bulkheads on the property in back of Covey's parking lot, north of 3rd Avenue
between Whitworth and Morris Street, people were running over yards of the property
owners near there resulting in complaints by said property owners.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Swift, that this matter of curbs on streets
near the property in back of Covey's, as per above location, be turned over to the ...
Chief of Police to investigate. Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that all bills approved by the
Finance Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance
Committee were presented:
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Wm. F. Davis Insurance $3193.42 6980
Treasurer, U.S.A. Garbage Expense 24.45 1
D. F. Williams P.D. Expense 2.25 2
Payroll Engineers 675.78 3-87
Payroll P. Department 3298.44 88-7013
Dow Fuel Co. F.D. Expense 38.91 14
Payroll Office 1164.43 15-28
Payroll F. Department 2281.78 29-48
Mayor & Council Payroll Payroll 456.16 49-61
Pac. Tel. & Tel. Co. Phones 210.05 62
Payroll Garbage 820.11 63-71
Payroll St. Cleaning 377.13 72-77
WATER
Payroll Office 240.15 7820-23
Payroll Water 1136.38 24-33
CITY STPMTS
Payroll office- 267.70 5368-71
Payroll City Streets 2081.35 72-91
SEWER DISPOSAL
Payroll Sewer Disposal 578.62 1757-61
Payroll Office 173.00 62-65
Payroll Sewer Disposal 236.61 66-69
LIBRARR
Payroll Library 829.82 2024.-30
ATHLETIC
Payroll Athletic 181.27 488-89
PARK
Payroll Park 647.49 1305-10
King County Medical April dues 4.00 11
AIRPORT
The letter shop Expense 3.50 841
Payroll Airport 380.83 42-44
�•- Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn.
Carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:15.
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Renton, Washington
March 28, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor
Joe R. Baxter at 8:00 O'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: (Richardson, on leave of absence) SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE,
FREYM&N, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Officials & department heads present were: City Attorney, Arthur
Haugan; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; Chief of Police Vincent Stewart; City Treasurer,
Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, B. M. McHugh; Superintencent of Utilities,
S. R. Waller; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence and
Building Inspector, Walter Will.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting
of March 21st be approved as written. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Ministerial Association,
by the Reverend W. H. Monroe, President and Reverend L. G. Randal, Secretary,
requesting that the Police Department be asked to make an immediate investigation
and take such action as evidence warrants regarding a report that gambling was
being carried on at a local tavern.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the Police & License Committee had
agreed to check further with the Chief of Police and make a written report to the
Ministerial Association in regard to the above mentioned report, which was
satisfactory to the association.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that this matter be left in the
hands of the Police & License Committee, Chief of Police & Mayor and to bring in
a report. Carried.
A communication was read from Dr. C. P. Ambrose, Committee Chairman
Fred Hancock Post No. 19 of the American Legion indicating their desire to have
the Meeker Shows on May 8th to 13th, inclusive on the lot at 6th Avenue North
& Wells Street North or Liberty Park.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the City Council permit
the American Legion to have the Meeker Shows on the east side of Liberty Park.
Carried.
A communication was read from the Highland's Pre—School Mothers Club
requesting a Police Patrolman, or some responsible person, be appointed to assist
the kindergarten children at the intersection of the Sunset Highway and "H" St.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Trimm, that the Council write a
letter of explanation to the Highlands Pre—Sehool Mothers Club advising that the
Chief of Police could not guarantee to have a patrolman at the above intersection
at the four times per day as specified by the Pre—School Mothers' Club, and
suggested that they have one of the teachers escort the children across this
location. Carried.
A communication was read from Eugene L. Bush, Chairman, Schoolboy
Patrol Committee of the Renton Highlands P.T.A., requesting (1) the removal of
the present large number of confusing and conflicting signs on the approaches
to this crossing, (2) Substitute for these signs one larege and well lighted
SCHOOL CROSSING sign at a reasonable distance from the crossing, so that a
motorist will have time to stop after seeing the sign, (3) Install a curb or
other physical barrier at the Southeast corner to positively prevent illegal
right turns behind the schoolboy patrolman, (4) Employ an adult patrolman to r
supervise this crossing during school hours, (5) Provide more adequate training
of the Schoolboy Patrol by the Police Department so that the boys will have some
idea of how to properly direct traffic, (6) Provide more frequent visits by the
Renton Police to all of the school crossingsduring the hours the children are
going to and from school.
Mr. Bush, being present, further stated that these were the minimum
requirements of what was necessary to prevent possible loss of life at the above
crossing at "H" Street on the Sunset Highway.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the above communication be
referred to the Street & Alley Committee and Chief of Police for study and report
back and that a SCHOOL(ROSSING sign be posted immediately. Carried.
A communication was read from the Holmes Electric Company, Penton, Wash.,
submitting their form "E" Lamp Contract, covering the annual requirements of large
flourescent - mercury vapor and other special large lamps listed in their standard
price schedule. This contract is in conjunction with the Westinghouse Electric
Supply Company.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this contract be referred
to the Fire, Light & Water Committee for further study and report back. Carried.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary, Renton Planning
Commission, stating that the Planning Commission had passed a resolution re-
commending the rezoning in addition to the petition for rezoning of the NES- of
NE-J Section 8, Twp 23, R 5 E. Wm., as presented by Arnold C. Weiding, of the
property running approximately 200 feet deep at the corner of 116th S.E. &. Sunset
Highway to property line and following said line to the west to the intersection
of Sunset Highway, from residential to commercial. The Planning Commission felt
this entire area was suitable only for commercial purposes and should be so zoned
at this time.
City Engineer McHugh stated that more signatures would be required on the
petition to include the total property requested to be rezoned to commercial.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the
recommendation of the Planning Commission. Carried.
A communication was read from Fire Chief Lawrence requesting permission
again this year for people to burn rubbish and trimmings from shrubs and trees
during the summer months. A permit will be issued upon request and the Fire Depart-
ment will supervise the burning. Notices will be put in the paper to inform the
people that the above regulations will be active. This should be a considerable
saving to the City of Renton.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that the request of the Fire Chief
be granted. Carried.
A communication was read from the Lake Shore Lines, Renton, Washington,
expressing their thanks to the Traffic Department for installing bus stops at
Shattuck Street in front of Austin & Hendrickson's Drug store, and at Morris
Street and requesting the bus stop in front of the Bowling Alley be changed to a
safer location.
Moved by Tamborini,, seconded by Trimm, that the Street & Alley Committee
investigate this bus stop and report back at the next meeting. Carried.
A communication was read from Chief of Police, Vincent Stewart, stating
the Traffic Division of the Police Department's recommendations to improve our
Traffic situation: (1) Eliminate the present inbound bus stop at Whitworth &
Third Avenue in front of Thompson freeze Ice Cream. (2) Install one parking meter
in space vacated. (3) Eliminate all parking on west side of Main Street between
4th and 5th Avenue in front of the Ford School. (4) Install a NO PARKING ZONE 30
feet each side of the east end of crosswalk at Main Street entrance to the Ford
School. (5) Install a School Bus Stop on the East side of Wells Street from 5th
Avenue northerly to the North end of the school property line, paint curb and
install proper signs.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be placed in
the hands of the Street & Alley Committee for a report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a five minute recess.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: (Richardson, leave of abseence) SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE,
FREYMAN, HAGEN, T RIMM2 REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON, T AMBORINI AND HANSEN.
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A petition for the improvesent of the westerly side of G Street from 7th �+
Avenue to 6th Place, of Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition by the installation
of Integral Curbs and four foot (41) Concrete sidewalks, and doing such other
work as may be necessary in connection therewith, (signed by 5 property owners) was
read.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that this petition be referred to the
City Engineer for specifications and cost and that the cost be reported to these
owners of property for approval before any official action is taken on a proposed
L.I.D. Carried.
A petition for vacating the 16 foot alley as platted in Block 17, was read,
stating that by vacating they understand that one half of the alley fronting on
each lot bounded by theextension of the lot lines to the center of said alley re—
verts to the lot involved, provided however, the City of Renton reserves the
perpetual right to enter upon said alley as located to construct, operate and
maintain any Utility as sewers, water or gas lines, Power lines., etc. as may be
necessary or desirable in the best interests of the City of 'Lenton, (signed by 18
property owners) was read.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that this petition be referred to the
Street & Alley Committee and the City Engineer for a report back. Carried.
The Street & Alley Committee recommended that a "Loading Zone " be
established on the south side of the building now occupied by the Holmes Electric
Company.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation of the Street & -Alley Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift further stated that the weather had caused an improve—
ment in the drainage on the Langston road and that pit—run gravel would be
satisfactory to use there now.
The Police & License Committee and Chief of Police was granted more time
on Berniece Jones' request for permission to install one Rockolla Shufflelane in
her place of business the SUGAR BOWL at 526 2nd Avenue.
The Pire, Light and Water Committee, City Attorney & Mayor were granted
more time on the P.S.P. & L. Company's Sodium Vapor Lighting Contract for 4
lights at the intersection of the Sunset Highway and the Maple Valley Highway at
the East City limits of Renton.
More time was granted the Law & Ordinance Committee to draw up an
Ordinance covering the rezoning of the "Portion of Government Lot No. 16 in Section
18 (B-358034) TWP 23N, R5E, W.M., said area being directly across State Highway
No. 5 from the intersection of 4th Place with State Highway No. 5, from residential
to Commercial.
As there was considerable discussion and verbal protest on the proposed
Ordinance 1375, the Law & Ordinance Committee was granted more time for study and
recommendation. Councilman Davidson requested the time of Saturday morning
April 1st at 9:30 A.M., be set for meeting of the Ordinance Committee to reconsider
proposed Ordinance No. 1375 on Punchboard & raffle licenses. Any interested parties
are invited to attend.
The Ways & Means Committee requested that the Engineer figure the estimated
cost of a hydrant to be installed on the Sunset Highway, near Mike's place and
that this be taken up with the people to see if they would favor creating an
L,.I.D., to finance same, as they do not feel the City should have to pay for this
hydrant.
The Fire Chief stated that residents of this district, with the addition
of this fire hydrant, would have better fire protection and lower insurance
rated.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation of the Ways & Means Committee.
The Public Relations Committee reported that the standard pattern for
daylight time for this area would be April 30th to September 24th and re—
commended that the Council follow this set pattern.
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_Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the re-
commendation of the Ordinance Committee and that an Ordinance be prepared in re-
gard to daylight saving time for the City of Renton. Carried.
The Auditing & Accounting Committee was granted more time on the accounting
system required for the stores in the storeroom at the City Garage.
Superintendent of Utilities 'faller stated that the Garbage Contract had been
placed in the hands of the legal department as it was to be based on contract
procedure rather than city operated procedure and the existing ordinance must be
revised and the preoedure legalized. More time was granted the Superintendent of
Utilities and City Attorney for reviewing and checking the Garbage Contract.
City Engineer McHugh reported that the title clearance for the property at
Liberty Park was still in the hands of the Title Insurance Company and they would
need more time. More time was granted.
Fire Chief Lawrence stated that he would need more time to check hydrant
requirements for the City of Renton for better fire protection. More time granted.
Police Chief Stewart stated that upon investigation they had found conditions
as described by the complainants in the rear of Covey's and recommended that Coveys
be requested to install bulkheads on the North & East margin of the parking area
owned by them to prevent automobiles from entering or leaving except by the alley
running Fast and West between Morris Street & Whitworth Street.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Davidson that the Council write letters explain-
ing the situation and showing the recommendations of the Police Department and wait
for answers before taking any definite action on requesting the installation of
bulkheads. Carried.
City Attorney Haugan reported that he had not yet contacted the property
owners regarding acquiring the land above thew ater reservoir and that he would
require more time. More time granted.
City Attorney Haugan stated that he had contacted Mr. Sundholm's lawyer re-
garding the claim for damage to his property from w ater running from the County side
of the road above his home and duplex, and Mr. Sundholm's laywer requested more time.
More time granted.
Councilman Swift reported that he had Mr. and Mrs. Hockey sign the QUIT CLAIM
DEED on March 25th for the Alley Petition from 4th Avenue to Walla Walla Avenue
between Main Street & Wells Street. Mayor Baxter recommended the Council's vote of
thanks for his success in this transaction.
Councilman Reid requested more time for his committee to investigate drainage
and suitability of Earlington lots for a park. More time granted.
Councilman Swift reported that the Engineering Department had investigated
and that the best means of obtaining more space for the parking area behind the
City Hall was to purchase this space now used for an alley, westward to Williams
Street.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the Street and Alley
Committee, City Attorney and Engineer contact these people and see what they want
for this area. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that the Attorney draw up a deed and
the balance of the property not yet dedicated be solicited to be dedicated so that
this parking area can be completed. Carried.
City Engineer McHugh introduced Mr. Pete of the Howard Cooper Corporation,
•�•• distributors of the Adam's Grader who requested permission tocbmonstrate their
grader on Saturday morning at 11:00 o'clock A.M. They will start from the City
Garage.
Councilman Hansen requested more time for the Personal Property Committee
to obtain prices on the heaters for the City Garage. More time granted.
Councilman Hagen reported that various cities of comparable size to Renton
had been requested to furnish copies of their 1950 budgets and stated that a meeting
should be called to compare wage expenditures, etc., in order to more easily
prepare our 1951 budget.
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Moved by Trimm, seconded by Reid, that the City Clerk write a letter
to Mr. Charlie McGarrigle of the Puget Sound Power & Light Company requesting
installation of lights at the Cedar River crosswalk by the underpass. Carried.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that a survey be made by the City
Engineer and the City Clerk of the voting precinct for the lower section of
Windsor Hills and that these precincts be revised, also Precincts 11 and 12 on
Renton Hill, to enable the people to vote closer to their homes. Carried.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the territory around the water
shed be enlarged and fenced and that the Engineer, and Superintendent of Utilities
make a survey of this situation and report back at the next meeting. Carried.
Councilman Hagen reported that due to the PTA approved films for
children at the Theater on Saturday afternoons, that there was a traffic problem
and requested that a patrolman be put on duty to make it safer for the children
and not to allow double parking or left turns particularly at 4:30 P.M.
Chief of Police Stewart announced that arrangements would be made to
have a patrolman on duty at this intersection at 4:30 P.M., on Saturday after—
noons.
Chief of Police Stewart stated that at the intersection of the Sunset
Highway and H. Street, there are push button lights, the best facilities available
for crossings where children of school age have to cross, and further stated that
the parents of children of pre—school age are supposed to be responsible for the
safety of their pre—school age children in going to and coming from kindergarten,
per bulletin issued to parents of said children by John A. Thomson, Research
Director, Renton School District No. 403.
Councilman Swift of the Resolution Committee introduced Resolution No.
767, "Whereas the Lessees are in default on lease of tract on the Renton Municipal
Airport to O'Brien Flying Service, to extent of more than $640.00 in rental obliga—
tions thereon, and are willing to accept termination of said lease with forfeiture
to the City of improfements placed thereon, that the Mayor and Clerk are authorized
to ececute appropriate cancellation agreement of termination and forfeiture of lease
and improvements, effective March 30, 1950 and (1) authorizing the Mayor and
Clerk to ececute for the City a lease for 18 months acknowledging rentals prepaid
other then insurance premiums, (2) authorizing the sum of $499.00 (as capital
outlay) be paid out of the Airport Fund to contractor for repairs to roof and
moving hangar structure,, and (3) that foregoing shall be and constitute full per—
formance of all obligations of the City in respect to the foregoing.
City Attorney Haugan explained that this was written up in this manner
to protect the City of Renton against risk of attachments against Lessee's personal
property or against the hanger, simply that in case of default it would revert
back to the City. The owner had agreed to this lease and signed the lease subject
to City Officials's signature later. That this lease had been drawn up exactly
as the Council had ordered.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hagen, that the Council adopt the resolution
as read. Carried.
City Engineer McHugh announced that the storeroom at the City Garage
will be opened and will start preliminary operations on April 3rd and gradually
work up to full scale operation.
Councilman Reid stated that the City of Renton Power Committee would
meet Wednesday evening at 8:00 o'clock P.M., in the Uouncil Chambers and requested
as many of the Councilmen to attend as possible.
City Treasurer Gossett reported that the City had more money on deposit
in the bank thanuas necessary for the financial obligations of the City at the
present, and as State law forbids a City from establishing a SAVINGS ACCOUNTS,
that some income could be arranged for by the purchase of 1190—DAY GOVERNMENT BILIS".
Bills may be bought at discount and are redeemable at anytime. There is no cost
involved in the transaction. The Treasurer further stated that other cities with
a surplus of funds take advantage of this practice.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hagen, that this matter be referred to the
Ordinance Committee and Finance Committee and to come back with their report.
Carried.
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A request was made that the Fire Department be given a vote of thanks for
their cooperation and good work in making the meeting of the Association of Valley
Cities held in the Fire Department building on Wednesday, March 22nd such a success.
Councilman Bruce recomr�ended that a vote of thanks be also extended to the
Chairman of the Committe, The City Treasurer and City personnel who helped with the
lunch,
Councilman Tamborini, chairman of the Committee in charge of the meeting,
gave a report of the meeting in which he stated a large number of City officials from
various cities adjacent to Renton were present. Also present were, Councilman Bob Jones
of Seattle, who spoke on City Light and their problemsp Mr. Hauffma.n, Supt. of Seattle
City Light, Henry Kruse, Puget Sound Power & Light Company Representative and a P.U.D.
Representative. Each of these gentlemen answered many and various questions.
Councilman Reid and Hansen together with City Engineer McIiugh and the
Superintendent of Utilities had attended a meeting at the University of Washington
on Street lighting during the past week.
Councilman Reid stated that he had contacted the Puget Sound Power & Light
Company and they had removed the defective pole that was located at the edge of
Liberty Park.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Trim, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
Ciy Clerk
Mayor. -
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Renton.,-Wa sh
April 4, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor
Joe R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: F.ICHARD50N, SiIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE, F REYMAN, HANSEN) HAGEN, REID, GIGLI
DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Officials and Department Heads present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan, Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; City Engineer, B. M. McHugh; Superintendent of Utilities, Emma
S. R. Waller; City Treasurer, Dorothea, City Clerk, Wiley Crook; Fire Chief, Floyd
Lawrence; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon, Building Inspector, Walter Wills and
Asst Engineer, James Highton.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the minutes of the meeting of March 28th be
approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUB14ITrED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT,
NO=_ AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
1699 $250.00 Edwin F. Novak 2209 9th Place erect basement
1700 400.00 M.D. Engesath 2636 6th Ave. North Remodel & wiring
1 50.00 Charlie Gruva 925 E. Street Erect fence
2 400.00 A. L. Roth 919 E. " add to residence
3 100.00 Earl Gwin 2230 6th Ave. North reline chimney
4 100.00 Magnussen ^urn. Co. 2nd & Williams W.H. & Dryer
5 200.00 Thomas Anderson 554 Main concrete foundation
6 100.00 Sid Schaudies 423 3rd Ave. change roof
7 400.00 Oliver C. Rouse 821 E. Street Erect garage
8 100.00 Norman Olson 547 H. St. Erect fence
9 100.00 Glen R. Adams 808 D. St. Remodel porch
10 1000.00 E. A. Loran 2417 6th Ave. N. Repair basement
11 2000.00 Eugene M. Erwin 2204 8th Ave. No. Remodel duplex
12 400.00 A. R. Creek 2203 8th Place Remodel house
13 100,00 Charks Swartfager 635 G. Street Erect fence .r
14 100.00 R. M. Keirn 915 E. St. Erect fence
15 100.00 Be J. hichardson 720 High St. Erect fence
16 Kenneth Bruce 2322 6th Place Install flr. fume
17 Ira Bingham 807 D. Ste n n n
18 100.00 James Dowdell 2404 6th Place Erect fence
19 100.00 J. Ryans 2410 6th Place n n
i 20 100.00 Albert Pfiefer 811 E. St. Install1,ater tank
21 100.00 Lawrence Smart 2163 8th Ave. No. Pepair drain line
22 400.00 E. Clymer 505 Windsor Pl. Erect basement
23 2000.00 White & Pope 3rd & Burnett Sidewalks & Curbs
24 100.00 R. S. Laird 12468 S.E. 141st Move garage
25 100.00 Frank Novak 2216 9th Place Erect fence
26 400.00 John Vrablick 11511 116th Ave., S. Repair house
27 Wm. Hoyt 220 Park St. Install plumbing
28 400.00 Eva G. Pickanen 232 Park St. Repair roof
29 100.00 R. J. Doty, Jr. 2203 9th Ave. No. Erect fence
30 100.00 White Const. Co. 175 Sunset Blvd. Install water tank
31 100.00 Ira Bingham 807 D. Street Erect fence
32 100.00 N. C., Johnson 311 Factory Erect fence
33 400.00 E. F. Williams 914 Be Street Constr. garage
34 400.00 Don Holm 2408 5th North Remodel basement
35 200.00 Arthur Virgillo 126 Burnett Remodel home
36 700.00 Robert M. Allen 917 Be Street Remodel basement
37 100.00 J. P. Girten 648 G. Street Erect fence
38 700.00 J. H. Duncan 443 Windsor Way Remodel house mom
39 200.00 Howard Bennett 338 Gamlen Build driveway
40 200.00 Frank Novak 2216 9th Place Erect basement
41 100.00 R. A. Schroeder 811 D. Street Erect fence
42 100.00 Charles W. Hood 2303 6th P1. Erect fence
43 700.00 C. W. Steepy 2513 6th Ave. No. Erect basement
44 300.00 M. Higgin 2512 5th Ave. No. Excavate basem't
45 100.00 John Butler 2117 8th Ave. No. Erect fence
46 100.00 Herman Nielsen 228 Pelly St. Erect fence
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APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPART=0
NO AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
1747 700.00 Harvey Delaurenti 201 Tobin Erect foundation
48 100.00 Dale Pinkerton 2227 6th Ave. No. Erect driveway
49 200.00 Wm. Hoyt 220 Park Ave. Rewire house
50 225.00 Tom James 231 Williams St. Reroof house
A communication was read from the Sunset View Garden Club requesting the Mayor
proclaim the 3rd week in April as GARDEN WEEK.
Their club will observe Arbor Day, April 21st by planting a tree and are making
tentative plans to beautify the entrance to the Highlands.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Mayor should proclaim the 3rd
week in April as GARDEN WEEK and so advise the Sunset View Garden Club. Carried.
A communication was read from Edward. J. Logan, Deputy Auditor & Superintendent of
Elections & Registration of King County, Washington certifying March 14, 1950
Elections and giving the results as follows: Mayor (Two Year Term) Joe R. Baxter;
Treasurer (Two Year Term) , Dorothea S. Gossett; Clerk (Two Year Term) , Wiley Crook;
Police Judge (One Year Term) , Paul W. Houser, Jr., Councilmen (Two Year Term) , as
follows: Walt Reid, Charles J. Delaurenti, Olin A. Hansen, Hugh Bruce, Arnold Hagen
and Clarence Dullahant.
Mayor Baxter requested that the above communication be placed on file.
A communication was read from R. L. Stockman, Dist. Eng., of the Sanitary Engineering
Section of the Dept. of Health, Div'n of Public Health Engineering Section of the
Dept. of Health, Div'n of Public Health Engineering regarding the Sp rin-Brook Water
Supply confirming his visit on Monday, March 27th at which time he inspected the
Spring-Brook source, in company with Mr. McHugh, City Engineer and Mr. Fore of the
Water Department. He stated that the water samples collected on March 14, 1950,
which showed contamination, were likely the result of heavy runoff overflowing the
surface water diversion dam. In order to overcome this situation, they submitted
the four following recommendations.
1. Rehabilitate the 1� pochlorinator and maintain the chlorinator
In operational condition at all times.
2. Take immediate steps to improve the surface water diversion
system, including the installation of a diversion waste line.
3. Purchase privately owned land in immediate vicinity, ,as soon
as possible.
4. ,Investigate ownership and availability of other lands in the
,watershed with the object of purchasing additional land in
order to provide increased protection against surface contam-
ination.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that this matter be referred to the
Water Superintendent, City Engineer, Superintendent of Utilities, Fire, Light &
Water Committee and City Engineer to arrange a meeting with Mr. Stockman, and to
report back. Carried.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Freyman, that the applications for approval to install
one Roekola Shufflelane in the Alameda and Venezia Taverns and one Amusement Game
in Herbert's Sherbet Shoppe, be referred to the Police & License Committee. Carried.
City Engineer McHugh stated that the estimated cost had been figured on the
installation of curbs and sidewalks in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition, and
that he had checked with all the property owners and had beenadvised to go ahead
with the L.I.D.
mom Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the City Engineer, after he has
prepared all the d ata, and if everything is in readiness, recommend a date for the
hearing on the above L.I.D. Carried*
bioved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the City Attorney bring in a
resolution of intention at the next meeting. Carried.
A petition for vacating the 16 foot Alley as platted and bounded by Lots 16 to
24, inclusive, all in Block 18, Renton Highlands Addition was read, stating that
by vacating, one-half of the alley fronting on each lot reverts to the lot involved
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Provided -the City of Renton reserves the perpetual right to enter upon said alley SZ
to construct, operate and maintain any Utility as sewers, water or gas lines, pole
lines, as may be necessary or desirable in the best interests of the City of
Renton, (signed by 18 property owners) was read.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Richardson, that this petition be referred -to the Street
& Alley Committee and City Engineer for a report back. Carried.
An invoice was received from the City of Seattle Water Department enumerating the
entire cost of installing 4" water mains on the Renton Hill at a total cost of
$1371.39.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this invoice be referred to the
Superintendent of Utilities, City Engineer and Auditing and Accounting Committee
for a report back.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Bruce, that the above motion be amended to include
the Finance Committee. Carried.
The original motion as stated carried.
A communication was read from B. M. McHugh, City Engineer stating that the Sunset
View Garden Club, through its President, Mrs. Zappalo, 2110 8th Avenue North, re—
quested permission to beautify the entrance to the Highlands Addition to Renton at
7th Avenue North & Sunset Boulevard. They intend, if permission is given, to secure
the advice of a Landscape Architect. The City Engineer recommended that a permit
be granted by the City Council.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the City Engineer and that all work be done under the supervision of the Park
Board.
Bids were opened and read on the Grader for the City as follows: (all. bids include
3% Washington State Sales Tax)
1. Northwest Tractor & Equipment Company 91785.00
2. Cascade Hauling......... .. 9,270.00
3, Contractor's Equipment Corporation .. 102609.00
4, W. V. Rasmussen . . . . . .. • . • . • . . . . .. 8,214.00 USED
5. Feenaughty Machinery Company . . . . . . . . . . . 11,150.78
6. Howard Cooper Corporation . . . . . . . . . 13,398.91
Bid #2 . . . • . . • • . .. . . • . . . • . . . . 8,755.00 USED
7. A. H. Cox & Company . . . .. . . . . . 12,463.00
8. Pacific Hoist & Derrick Company . . . . 10,918.00 r
9. Western Tractor & Equipment Company . . . . • • • . . 12,973.81
Bid #2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . 8,240.00 USED
10. Columbia Equipment Company . . . . . . . • . . . • . 129099.48
11. C. W. Thomas & Son .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31090.00 USED
A letter was received from the Raymond Machine Shop at Raymond, Washington re—
questing specifications tosee if they could be permitted to bid on the grader.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that these bids be referred to the
Personal Property and Finance Committees, City Engineer and Superintendent of
Utilities for a report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Joe R. Baxter, Mayor.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, D ELAURENTI, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, REID,
GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Mr. Tamborini, of the Finance Committee stated that the Personal Property Committee
would make the report on the bids.
The Personal Property Committee recommended that they be allowed a week to consider
the bids and that a committee meeting be held Tuesday evening, April llth at
7:00 o'clock in the Council Chambers and that the City Clerk notify the committee
members.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hagen, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Personal Property Committee. Carried.
The Law & Ordinance Committee presented Resolution No. 7682
adopting Daylight
Saving Time for the City of Renton for the summer of 1950, effective and commencing
at 12:00 P.M., (midnight) on the last Sunday in September (September 24, 1950)
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Resolution be adopted as written.
Carried.
The Law & Ordinance Committee presented Ordinance No. 13760 changing the zoning
classification of that portion of Government Lot 16 in Section 18, Twp 23N, R 5 E,
W.M., from residential to commercial use district.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Hansen, that Ordinance No. 1376 be referred to the
Ordinance Committee for their recommendation and to report batik. Carried.
The Law & Ordinance Committee reported favorably on Ordinance No. 1376.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that Ordinance No. 1376 be placed on its
second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that
the Council approve the Ordinance as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye; Delaurenti,
Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Reid, Aye; Gigli, Aye;
Davidson, Aye; and Tamborini, Aye. The Ordinance was approved unanimously.
Mr. Erickson and Mr. Abbot of the Maplewood Improvement Club requested action from
the Council on the matters of (1) Better collection of garbage, (2) Cleaning out
curb ways and (3) Repairing of the roads. They requested that they be furnished
estimates of the cost of oiling or black-topping the streets in Maplewood.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the matter of oiling and/or black-
topping be referred to the City Engineer for estimated costs for these people
and the matter of better garbage collection and cleaning of curb ways be referred
to the Superintendent of Utilities and Sanitation Committee to investigate and report
back. Carried.
Mr. McHugh, City Engineer will prepare the figures on black topping and/or oiling
for the Maplewood Community Club members.
The Personal Property Committee reported an estimated cost of $1390.00 for new
heating units for the City Garage. More time was granted for further investigation.
The Fire Light & Water Committee recommended that the Contract "E" for furnishing
light globes to the City of Renton for the ensuing year, be turned over to the
Storekeeper for his recommendation and requested more time on the study of P.S.P. & L.
Company's contract for furnishing current and "Sodium Vapor-Lights" for the Maple-
Valley-Issaquah "Y" intersection signal lights. More time was granted the Fire
Light & Water Committee on the investigation of Earlington lots for a park.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Fire Light & Water Committee. Carried.
The Fire Light & ?,later Committee was requested to investigate and report the number
of lights necessary from the intersection of 3rd Avenue with Rainier Avenue to the
intersection of Airport Way with Rainier Avenue.
The Law & Ordinance Committee requested more time on Ordinance No. 1375 the proposed
Punchboard & Raffle Ordinance. More time granted.
The Law & Ordinance Committee and the Finance Committee recommended the purchase
of $150,000 worth of'90-Day Government Billst $75,000 worth to be purchased from
the Peoples National Band and $75,000 worth to be purchased from the First National
Bank, both of Renton.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the City Council concur in the recommendation
of the Law & Ordinance Committee and Finance Committee and the City Attorney be
instructed to draw up a resolution authorizing the above action. Carried.
The Police & License Committee requested more time for investigation in regards to
the report that gambling was being carried on at one of the local taverns. More
time granted.
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Councilman Davidson requested the reading of the Planning Commissions communi-
cation of September 12, 1949, whereby they did not approve the rezoning of the ow
property at the corner of Second and Logan Streets, but did recommend to the
Council that a non-conformants building permit be approved, providing there is no
breaking of the curb and no parking on the Second Avenue front of this property.
According to the minutes of September 13, 1949, (P.344 of the minute book) the
Council concurred in the Planning Commission's recommendation, with the stipul-
ation that Logan Street be included with 2nd Avenue in the provision that there
be no breaking of the curb.
Councilman Richardson stated that as the Council had voted favorably in regard to
the building being built on a non-conformants building permit, no parking was to
be allowed on 2nd Avenue but, that it has been reported that there has been parksump
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ing on the sidewalk where the school children have to walk. He further stated that
in his opinion City Ordinances should be enforced and parking not allowed at any
place forbidden by Ordinance.
Councilman Bruce stated that permission was granted to pave the lot with no
restrictions on the lot.
City Engineer McHugh stated that as there were no curbs on 2nd Avenue, they were
within the law, as there was no ruling against paving the lot.
Uouncilman Tamborini suggested that this subject be turned over to the Street &
Alley Committee to check different spots in Renton where cars are driving over the
sidewalks where no driveways are constructed.
Councilman Richardson stated that this was not the duty of a Councilman or a
Committee, but the duty of a paid City Official.
Councilman Richardson asked for information on the progress of the policy regard-
ing legal holidays that had been referred to the Ordinance Committee at an earlier
date. The Committee reported that they had contacted City Attorney Haugan and would
require more time. More time granted.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Chief of Police be instructed
that there was to be no gambling at the Carnival from May 8th to 13th, inclusive.
Chief of Police Stewart stated that the Police Department would be sure that the ...
Carnival was properly policed and gambling prohibited. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that he would meet with his Committee Thursday nate
at 7:00 otclock P.M., for consideration of proposed Ordinances.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Engineer check into the
matter of coal being dumped near 4th Avenue in back of the Milwaukee depot as coal
dust was being scattered on the homes near this area. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that the people should be informed in some manner of the
new signal light at 3rd and Wells as the people were going against it.
Chief of Police Stewart stated that this would be taken care of.
The Police & License Committee requested nnre time on Berniece Jonest request for
permission to install one Rockolla Shuffleland in her place of business, the
SUGER BOWL at 526 2nd Avenue.
Moved by Richardson, xeconded by Delaurenti, that the Planning Commission re-
commendation in regards to including an additional area adjacent to Mr. Weiding's
requested area, be rezoned from residential to commercial, be referred back to
them for action as Mr. Weiding had solicited signatures of all the property owners
involved and they did not care to have the entire area, as suggested by the
Planning Commission rezoned to commercial. Carried. J
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the City Attorney give his opinion
as to the authority of establishing a LOADING ZONE on the south side of the
building now occupied by the Holmes Electric Company and that this be turned over
to the City Engineer and City Attorney and if necessary an Ordinance be drawn up.
Carried.
Superintendent of Utilities Waller was granted two more weeks on the matter of the
Garbage Contract*
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City Engineer McHugh stated that he had submitted prices of the cost of sidewalks
and curbs for Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition, and that the people had agreed
to the cost. A resolution of intention is to be drawn up requesting the Engineer-
ing Department to -proceed with the preparation of plans, specifications. etc.
The Street & Alley Committee was granted more time on the matter of securing
additional space from the alley in the rear of the City Hall.
Fire Chief Lawrence was granted more time to investigate requirements of fire
hydrants for the City of Renton.
More time was granted the Street & Alley Committee on the communication from the
Schoolboy Patrol Committee of the Renton Highlands P.T.A., regarding the crossing
at H. Street on the Sunset Highway.
The City Treasurer stated that notices of assessments on the L.I.D., for sewers
on the Renton Hill would be mailed on the 6th of April and published in the papers
the same day.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Swift, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
CURRENT
Pac. Tel. & Tel. Co. Seattle Phone 141 63.80 7078
Coll. of Int. Revenue Withholding Tax 1544.90 9
Employees Retirement System Pension 3512.61 80
Dept. of Labor & Ind. Ind. Ins. 635.58 1
Fred Allingham Union dues 52.00 2
Payroll Engineers 669.70 3-87
Payroll Office 1108.93 8-7101
Payroll F.Dept. 2603.45 2-23
John C. Becklund Dog Pound Expense 42.00 24
Payroll P. Dept. 3171.44 25-49
Seattle Gas. Co. C.H. Expense 3.h2 50
Payroll Garbage 672.99 1-57
Payroll St. Cleaning 332.00 58-62
WATER
Coll. of Int. Revenue Withholding Tax 267.00 7834
Dept. of Labor & Ind. Ind. Ins. 138.06 5
Payroll, Office 234.65 6-39
Payroll Water 765.36 40-48
CITY STREETS
Coll. of Int. Revenue Withholding Tax 374.30 5392
Dept. of Labor & Ind. Ind. Ins. 192.12 3
Payroll Office 263.70 4-97
Payroll City Streets 2159.24 98-5418
SEWER DISPOSAL
Coll. of Int. Revenue Withholding Tax 99.00 1770
Dept. of Labor & Ind. Ind. Ins. 79.74 1
Payroll Sewer Disposal 482.40 2-76
Payroll Office 173.00 7-80
Payroll Sewer Disposal (Extra Lb r.) 326.44. 1-55
ATHLETIC
Coll. of Int. Revenue Withholding Tax 56.40 490
Payroll Athletic 215.48 1-92
LIBRARY
Coll. of Int. Revenue Withholding Tax 82.00 2031
Dept. of Labor & Ind. Ind. Ins. 15.98 2
Amer. Hotel hegister Co. Book 3.75 3
The Caxton Printers a 3.33 4
.... Diesel Cil Sales Co. Expense 26.36 5
Winifred C. Daniels Expense 11.85 6
Doubleday & Co. Books 112.39 7
W. D. Estep Co. Expense 15.45 8
J.K. Gill Co. Rooks 11.52 9
Library Service Expense 22.44 40
The Lumber Market It 3.76 1
The MacMillan Co. Books 150.25 2
Puget Sound News Co. " 207.89 3
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LIBRARY CONT'D
University of Nebraska Press Book 2.28 2044
Western Auto Supply Go. Expense 7.77 5
Wilcox & Follett Co. Books 21.71 6
Binfords & Mort " 1.87 7
Lowman & Hanford Co. Expense 5.87 8
AIRPORT
Coll . of Int. Revenue Withholding Tax 69.80 845
Dept. of Labor & Ind. Ind. Ins. 38.70 6
Eayroll Airport 385.87 7-50
Ned Stokes Expense 24.10 1
PARK
Coll. of Int. Revenue Withholding Tax 97.20 1312
Dept. of Labor & Ind. Ind. Ins. 69.09 3 r
Payroll Park 502.52 4-19
FIREMEN'S PENSION CND RELIEF
FUND
Mrs, Enza Anderson Pension 125.00 21
Mrs. Orpha McDonald Pension 125.00 22
Moved by Tarmborini., Seconded by hichardson that the meeting be adjourned.
Carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:25 P.M.
City CAArk _
Mayor.
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Renton, Washington.
April 11, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAU'PJITI, BRUCE, FRMIAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Officials and department heads present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan, Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Clerk, Wiley Crook;
Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Engineer, B. M. McHugh; Superintendent of Utilities,
S. R. Waller; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon and Building Inspector, Walter Will.
Councilman Richardson requested that the minutes of the April 4th meeting, Page 4,
reading "The Fire, Light & Water Committee recommended that the Contract "E" for
furnishing light globes to the City of Renton for the ensuing year, be turned over
to the Purchasing Agent for his recommendation", be corrected to read, "be turned
over to the storekeeper for his recommendation" regarding same.
Councilman Bruce, requested that in the same minutes above referred to, same
paragraph, that instead of the tire, Light & Water Committee be granted more time
on the investigation of Earlington lots for a park, that this be corrected to read,
the Finance Committee be granted more time on the investigation of Earlington lots
for a park.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the meeting of April
4th be accepted as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Central Labor Council signed by William M.
Quigley, Sr., President and Opal Chadwick, Secretary, inviting the Mayor and
Councilmen, also other City officials and Department Heads for refreshments and a social
hour after the Council meeting of April 11, 1950.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hagen, that this communication be referred to the
Council officials and Department Heads as a wholev recommending acceptance of the
Renton Central Labor Council's invitation for this evening, after the Council
... meeting, if it is not too late when the Council meeting is through and as many as
would care to go should attend. Carried.
A communication was read from C.V. Fawcett, Mayor of the City* of Tacoma, Washington
inviting the City of Renton to be represented by all City officials interested in
the joint meetings of the Pacific Northwest Section, American Water Works
Association and the Pacific Northwest Sewage Works Association to be held on May
10 to 13 inclusive, at Hotel Winthrop, Tacoma. The Pacific Northwest Sewage Works
Association will meet the morning of Wednesday, May 10th and will hold joint
sessions with the American Water Works Association on Thursday, May 11th. The 1950
Conference will continue thru Saturday, May 13th.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the City of Renton authorize the City
Engineer and Superintendent of Utilities, and other City Officials who are
interested to attend this Conference, expenses to be paid by the City of Renton.
Those are are able and are planning to attend should report this information at the
next Council meeting.
A communication was read from the Windsor Hills Community Club signed. by Mary E.
Henry, Secretary & Treasurer, asking the City Council's help in their efforts to
have the Puget Sound Power & Light Company clean up their right—of—way that runs
through Windsor Hills. The letter further stated that their club.had written
numerous letters to them but their only action, over a period of several years
was to cut some trees last year. The ground is swampy in places and stagnant water
stands in pools throughout the summer. Also, in other places there are heaps of
.� trash and rubbish. Droves of tent caterpillars infest the brush every spring and
summer. Their letter to Puget Sound Power & Light Company dated February 27, 1950
requesting "SPRING CLEANING", has not been answered.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this communication be referred to
the Public Relations Committee to check with the Windsor Hills Community Club,
the Fire Chief of the City of Renton and the Puget Sound Power & Light Company.
Carried.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this communication be referred to
the Public Relations Committee to check with the Windsor Hills Community Club, the
Fire Chief of the City of Renton and the Puget Sound Power & Light Company.
Carried.
A petition for the vacating of the alley in Block 153, Plat of Renton Highlands
Addition of Renton was read, signed by 20 property owners and giving their reasons
for requesting the vacation.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Hansen, that this petition be referred to the Street &
Alley Committee. Carried.
A petition for a larger water main on 112th Avenue S.E., between 112th Street &
108th Street was read. This petition was signed by representatives of 14 families.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this petition be referred to the
Superintendent of Utilities for a report back. Carried.
Protests against the improvement of alleys in Blocks 8, 10 and 14 were read by the
City Clerk. After ,the protests had been read, Councilman Bruce stated that he thought
before the protests of improvements of alleys in stated blocks by grading and
graveling were presented to the Council, that property owners who would have to pay
the assessments in case said alleys were improved, should have been notified of
the approximate cost of said improving and a method of payment for same.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the protests on Blocks 8, 10 and
14 be referred to the City Engineer in order that he might check the percentage of
protests on each block and report back his findings to the Council. Carried.
Councilman Richardson requested a short recess to allow his committee and the Ways
and Means Committee to meet and further check an ordinance he would like to present.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
City Engineer McHugh reported on the protests on Blocks 8, 10 and 14. There were
62% of protests on Block 81 58% of protests on Block 10 and 55% of protests on
Block 14.
City Engineer McHugh stated that the alleys had been dedicated and been set aside
for public use and were the property of the City and that no property owner had a
right to obstruct or fence in any portion of same, unless the alley was vacated by
the City.
Councilman Richardson stated that over 50% protesting would defeat an L.I.D.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that as the petitions for grading,
graveling and such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith had been
defeated, that the matter be dropped and the alley be left as is. Carf2ied.
Councilman Swift stated, for the benefit of the audience, that another petition
for the improvement of an alley could be circulated and presented at a future
date to the Council for their consideration.
Councilman Richardson stated that his committee had two resolutions and one
Ordinance to Present.
RESOLUTION N0. 769 was read resolving that the northerly side of Beacon Avenue
from Mill Street westerly to the Pacific Coast Railroad spur line right—of—way,
being a distance of 74.3 feet, is hereby established as a loading zone, within
the purview of Ordinances applicable to such. and
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the resolution
as read. Carried.
RESOLUTION N0. 770 authorizing and directing the City Treasurer to invest and
reinvest from time to time, in United States Certificates of Indebtedness, including
United States Treasury bills of 90 day term, and City funds not needed for current
expenses, up to a total amount of $150,000.00 and that the Treasurer is authorized
to make such investment purchases through the Peoples National Bank of-Washington
in Seattle, Renton Branch, and through the First National Bank of Renton, in equal
portions through each bank.
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Moved by Hansen, seconded by Richardson, that this resolution be adopted as read.
Carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 1377 was read, establishing the policy as to holidays, vacation periods
and compensation of City employees during such periods. (Section 1: It is hereby
declared to be the policy of the City of Menton that the following holidays be
established and recognized as legal holidays in each year for employees of the City
of Renton, without loss of pay:
January lst . . . . (New Years Day)
February 22nd . . . . (Washington's Birthday)
Memorial Day
July 4th . . . . (Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
December 25th . . . (Christmas Day)
If any of said holidays fall on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be deemed the
holiday. If working on any holiday, employees shall be allowed a substitute day off
work, or in the alternative shall receive overtime pay for such holiday worked.
Section 2: All City employees, after having one year full consecutive employment by
the City shall be entitled to one week vacation with pay in the following year; and
after having two years or more full consecutive employment b the City shall be
entitled to two weeks vacation with pay in succeeding years.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that this Ordinance be referred to the
Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that -the Ordinance Committee reported favorably on this
Ordinance.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation of
the Ordinance Committee and that the Ordinance be placed on its second and final
reading. Carried.
After the second and final readin, it was moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen,
that the Ordinance be passed as read.
... A roll call vote being taken the result was: SWIFT, AYE; DELAURENTI, AYE; BRUCE, AYE;
FREYMAN1 AYE; HANSEN, AYE; HAGEN, AYE; TRIMM, AYE; REID, AYE; -GIGLI, AYE; DAVIDSON,
AYE and TAMBORINI, AYE.
The Personal Property & Finance Committee reported on the Grader bids from the
meeting of April 4th,,
Councilman Hansen, Chairman of the Personal Property Committee gave a majority report
for the committee stating that the lowest bid on a grader meeting all the specifi—
cations was on a "Warco" grader offered by the Feenaughty Machinery Company and
stated that the majority of the committee recommended the purchase, of the Warco
grader, as per bid.
Councilman Tamborini, Chairman of the Finance Committee gavea minority report for
the Committee stating that the minority did not favor the purchase of the Warco
grader and suggested that all bids be rejected and that the City prepare new
specifications and publish another call for bids.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Delaurenti, that the bids all be rejected and that the
City publish another call for bids.
On the motion, Councilman Richardson stated that this did not seem fair to the
people who had placed their bids last week.
W.. Councilman Tamborini, stated that these bids were all received last week and turned
over to the committee for their recommendation on the machine they thought would be
best and further stated that the committee could not unanimously agree on any one
grader.
Councilman Gigli stated that the majority report should be given precedence over
the minority report.
Councilman Swift stated that the Council had rejected bids in the past and did not
approve of the fact that the councilmen could not make up their minds on-the bids
submitted, and further stated that the City Engineer, Supt. of Utilities, Garage
Superintendent and the grader operator had thoroughly covered the grader qualifi—
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cations, and did report their opinion as to which was the best grader for the
City and that the Council should accept their recommendation and settle the +
question at once.
Councilman Bruce stated that the reason for the minority report was that one
other grader company had submitted a bid on a grader which they considered approxi—
mately in the 100 H.P. class.
Councilman Swift stated that his interpretation of this would be that the City
would be liable for suit if they accepted a bid on a grader of less than approxi—
mately 100 H.P. motor. As specifications called for a motor with approximately
100 H.P., it was a question as to what machines were included in the "Approxi—
mately 100 H.P," class.
Being requested to give his opinion on this question, City Attorney Haugan stated
that Mr. Swift's interpretation was correct.
A roll call vote being taken on Councilman Bruce's motion It that the bids all be
rejected and that the City publish another call for bids", the result was:
Richardson; No, Swift, No; Delaurenti, Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, No;
Hagen, No; Trimm, No; Reid, No; Gigli, No; Davidson, No and Tamborini, Aye. There
being 8 nots and 4 aye's, the motion lost.
Councilman Swift stated that the Council could either accept the recommendation of
the committee or give the bidders the privilege of bidding on lower powered
machines.
Councilman .Bruce stated that we could retain these bids for further consideration
and call for new bids on lower powered machines.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Gigli, that the Council accept the majority -report of
the committee to purchase the "WARGO" grader from the Feenaughty Machinery Company.
Councilman Richardson stated that as Garage Foreman, Emmon Biel and Mr. McHugh,
Ciry Engineer had gone to Portland to inspect this machine and that it had been one
of the recommendations that the City Engineer presented, that it should be con—
sidered.
Councilman Reid and Councilman Freyman stated that the Council had not seen the
subject grader work.
The Feenaughty Company representative stated that their grader is a new machine
but that they have one in operation in Spokane and one in Multnomah, Oregon,
(just outside of Washington, and further stated that parts are are available
overnight from Portland and that they intended to stock repair parts in Seattle,
if they sold a grader in this area. They have a sales office in Seattle at the
present time. Motor parts are available at this time from the Howard Cooper
Corporation in Seattle.
Councilman Hagen stated that as the Council had authorized representatives to go
to Portland to investigate the grader in question, the council should accept
their recommendation.
Councilman Reid stated that in his opinion the council members should exercise
the use of their own judgment in regards to the purchase of a grader.
A roll call vote being taken on Councilman Swift's motion, "that the Council
accept the majority report of the committee to purchase the "WARCO" grader from
the Feenaughty Machinery Company". the result was: Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye;
Delaurenti, No; Bruce, No; Freyman, No; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimtn, No; Reid,
No; Gigli, Aye; Davidson Aye; and Tamborini, No. There being 6 aye's and 6 Nots,
Councilman Richardson requested information from City Attorney as to the legality
of the Mayor casting the deciding vote in case of a tie. City Attorney Haugan
stated that the Mayor can cast a deciding vote but would check on its legality
in regard to the present question.
The meeting continued until the City Attorney had checked on the legality -of
the Mayor casting a vote, as per above request.
The Street & Alley Committee requested more time on the petitions for vacating
of alleys in blocks 17 and 18, Renton Highlands Addition, Renton. More time
granted*
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Regarding the petition for the improvement of Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition,
Renton, by the construction of sidewalks and curbs on a portion of same, City
Engineer McHugh stated that he had contacted all of the people, except two who had
petitioned for the improvement and would be assessed by this proposed L.I.D., as to
the estimated cost of said improvement and had given them the information. Mr. McHugh
further stated there being no protests, the City Attorney had been requested to
draw up a "Resolution of Intention" covering this property.
The Ordinance Committee then presented Resolution No. 771, stating that is is the
intention of the City Council to order the improvement of the westerly side of "G"
street$ from 7th Avenue to 6th Place, (Being along Block 17 of Renton Highlands
Addition to Renton) by constructing and installing concrete sidewalks and curbs and
doing such o ther work as may be necessary in connection therewith, all in accord—
ance with plans prepared by the City Engineer. That all who may desire to object
thereto are notified to appear and present such objections at a meeting of the City
, Council to be held in the Council Chamber in the City Hall in the City of Renton at
8:00 o'clock P.Y7., on the 9th day of May 1950.
Moved by Richardson., seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the resolution as
written and the date of May 9th be set as the date of hearing. Carried. - -
A communication was read from the City of Seattle, Department of Lighting, returning
a Temporary Permit, in duplicate, granted by the Board of Public Works of the City
of Seattle, authorizing the City of Renton to use and occupy City of Seattle's land
located in Section 8, Twp. 23 Northi Range 5 East, W.M., for a sanitary-garbage
fill.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce that this communication be placed on file.
Carried.
The Fire Light and Water Committee recommended that the Sodium Vapor Light Contract
with PSP&L be made for a 2 year period instead of 5 years, this being the recommen—
dation of the pity Attorney and the Committee.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of. the Fire Light and Water Committee. Carried.
... An invoice from the City of Seattle for changing the the water main from their pipe—
line to the Renton water system on the Renton Hill by removing a two inch main line
and installing a four inch maine line including needed valves and appurtenances.
Councilman Gigli, Chairman of the Auditing & Accounting Committee stated that it
was their recommendation that this Invoice be referred to the Finance & Claims
Committee for a report back.
Moved by Trim., seconded by Reid, that this invoice be referred to the Finance
Committee with power to act. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that he was unable to attend the Ordinance Committee
meeting he had called last week with the Police and License Committee and re—
quested that Monday night, April 17th at 7:30 be set for another meeting and the
City Clerk so notify the committee members.
City Attorney Haugan returned to the meeting with the information that it was
legally "Permissive, not mandatory, that the Mayor vote in case of a tie on the
question of accepting the bid on the motor grader"
Mayor Baxter stated that as he or the Councilmen had not seen a demonstration of
the WARCO GRADER he would vote NO. The motion lost by a vote of 6 Ayes and 7 No's
After considerable discussion among the Councilmen and from the representatives
of the Feenaughty Machinery Company, the Howard Cooper Cooperation, and the
Columbia Equipment Comnany, it was moved by Hagen, seconded by Reid, that the
meeting be recessed until the meeting of the 18th , so that all the Councilmen and
the tayor could see a demonstration of the Feenaughty grader. Carried. The meeting
was recessed at 10:25 P.M.
Cit Clerk
Mayor
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Renton, Washington S3+
April 18, 1950
The recessed meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor
Joe R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DF,LAUFTNTI, BRUCE, HANSEN) HAGEN, TRIMM, REID, GIGLI,
DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Officials and Department Heads present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Clerk, Wiley Crook,
Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Engineer, B. M. McHugh; Supt. of Utilities, S.R.
Waller, Park Supt., Gene Coulon; Bldg. Inspector, Walter Will; Asst Engineer,
James Highton and Park Board Chairman, Lon Tackett.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PEIMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPT.
NO• AMOUNT NA__MK_ ADDFESS TYPE OF WORK
1751 $20C.QO Louis Argano 611 3rd Ave Install oil tank
2 100.00 Mike Westerhausen 12422 6th Ave. No. Erect fence
3 100.00 W.P. Aiken 115 Burnett St. Wire for range
4 50.00 H.L. Bennett 338 Garden St. Erect fence
5 100.00 Gordon Henderson 512 Windsor Place Erect fence
6 400.00 E.O. Penny 910 D. Street Erect garage
7 300.00 Tom Bevan 514, Williams Erect garage
8 100.00 Duncalf' s Market 709 3rd Ave. Install wiring
9 100400 William Dale 449 N. Wells St. Erect cone. sidewalk
60 250.00 W.M. Rock 343 Whitworth Erect roof
1 100.00 Mildred F. Ford 646 E. St. Repair cornice
2 500.00 William Hoyt 220 Park Ave. Install furnace
3 100.00 Lewis A. Shat 8613 S. 140th St. Wire for range
4 100.00 Mary Claar 407 Williams Remodel doorway
5 100.00 Harry Schuh 916 E. Street Erect fence
6 C.W. Steepy 2513 6th Ave. No. Install plumbing
7 100.00 Wm. Wytcherly 656 D. St. Install driveway
8 9000.00 R. J. Schneider 820 3rd Ave. No. erect house
9 100.00 U.S. Army & Air Force 302 Main St. Hang sign
70 100.00 Marvin Stewart 2508 5th N. Erect fence
1 3500.00 Wm. Strain 1300 Bronson Way Extend floor
2 Wm. Bellando 129 Mill St. Install plumbing
3 200.00 H. Winecka 103 Burnett St. Repair roof
4 1000.00 J,A, Overman 574 Renton St. Add to dwelling
5 45,000.00 St. Anthony's Parish 337 Morris St. Erect Masonry Hall
6 100.00 H. A. Wolcott 8716 S. 136th St. Erect fence
7 150.00 Mrs. Ballatore 3 05 Meadow St. Repair gutter
8 500.00 Douglas S. Walker 2418, 5th No. Remodel residence
A communication was read from Mayor William F. Devin of Seattle to Mayor Joe R.
Baxter of Renton on the subject of the Power & Light problem in Seattle and surround—
ing territory including the City of Rentcn, assuring Mayor Baxter that the City of
Seattle would cooperate with the City of Renton to the fullest extent in an effort
to solve this problem. Mayor Baxter requested that the communication be placed on
file.
A communication from Mayor Ernest Mallory of Olympia extending his invitation to
Mayor Baxter and the residents of Renton to visit Olympia during the week of May 1st
to 7th, their Centennial Week, when they will celebrate and commemorate the founding
of Olympia, one hundred years ago May lst. Councilman Swift requested that both
Renton papers be given this information for publication and the communication to be
placed on file.
A communication was read from Sigurd Steen, 2328 6th Place, Renton, requesting the .�
abandoning of the alley in Block 15, of the 23 residences in Block, 20 signed the
petition, one owner was unavailable to sign, one owner not interested in the alley
and did not wish to sign the petition and one owner indicated that he might be in
favor of an alley.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that this request be referred to the Street
and Alley Committee and City Engineer for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from L. "Hum" Kean, Mayor of the city of Bremerton, re-
questing that Saturday, May 20, be proclaimed as ARMED FORCES DAY. Armed Forces
Week will be May 13th to 20th. Rear Admiral Hugh E. Haven, Shipyard Commander,
Mare Island Naval Shipyard will speak in the Yard in front of the U.S.S. Kearsarge,
one of the Navy's large flattops here for remodeling. Mayor Baxter and Mrs. Baxter
are invited as honored guests together with the Community of Renton. A no-host
luncheon will start at 11:00 o'clock A.M. The parade will start at 1:00 o'clock P.M.
.Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Gigli, that the Mayor and his wife be asked to
attend this celebration, if possible. Expenses to be allowed by the City. Carried.
A communication was read from Donald G. Holm of Brightman, Roberts and Holm, stating
,,.. that the unpaid balance of the Renton Hill Water Association with Herman's Mobile
Plumbing was still unpaid and requested that Mr. McHugh, City Engineer arrange a
conference between the officers of the Renton Hill Water Assn.and the City for
purposes of clearing up the matter and seeing that this balance is paid.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the City Attorney
City Engineer and Fire, Light & Water Committee for investigation and a report
back to the City Council. Carried.
A petition was read from George H. & Berget M. Jacobson owners of Lot 1, Block 202
Renton Highlands Addition, signed by John H. and Eileen B. Hastie, owners of Lot
2, Block 20, Renton Highlands Addition, respectively requesting the vacation of a
portion of the alley between said lots described as Parcel A, in order that said
Parcel A. may become the legal and titled property of petitioners George H. and
Berget M. Jacobson. In event Parcel A is so vacated, in consideration thereof
petitioners John H. and Eileen B. Hastie tender to the City of Renton a conveyance
by QUIT-CLAIM DEED for street and alley purposes the use of the public an equal
area, hereinafter described as Parcel B. in exchange for and as substitute for
Parcel A. by the City and its acceptance thereby of said conveyance of Parcel B.
George H. and Berget M. Jacobson will pay to John H. & Eileen B. Hastie $50.00
as a consideration to them for said conveyance of Parcel B. The purpose of the
petition is to move the west alley line approximately 4 feet further distant from
the residence of George H. & Berget M. Jacobson and that the exchange and sub-
stitution of Parcel B as a part of said alley in the place of Parcel A, will move
the alley lines an equivalent distance east upon abutting Lot 2 of John H. & Eileen
B. Hastie and leave adequate space between the alley and the residence of John H.
& Eileen B. Hastie and in no way impair or injure the use and enjoyment of owners
or the public of said alley and their own properties abutting thereon.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hagen, that this be referred to the City Engineer
and the Street & Alley Committee for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Marcus Woodworth, 434 Whitworth Street, signed also
by C. J. Wells, 441 Whitworth and Frank A. Fligge, 416 Whitworth Street requesting
that a light and a blinker be installed at the end of Whitworth Street next to the
railroad, as this is a very dark and hazardous location.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Trim% that this be referred to the Fire Light and
Water Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Archie Gustine, 315 Wells Street regarding Tract A,
Block 6, Renton Real Estate Co.'s lst Addition to Renton, lying between Cedar River
and the Thomas Auto Rebuild between Logan Street and the Northern Pacific right-
of-way. The tract is 104.5 feet in length along Logan Street, 73.97 feet in length
along the Northern Pacific Railway right-of-way and 48.20 feet wide along the
boundary of Commercial Waterway #2, Cedar River. Mr. Gustine is planning on selling
this tract in the future. He has two offers at present for a net of $2000.00 for
the tract, and is offering this to the City if they are interested in acquiring
the northerly portion of the tract for present or future street or roadway pur-
poses before a sale is made.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Reid, that this be referred to the Real, Property
Committee to investigate to see if the City of Renton is interested in having this
right-of-way. Carried.
A communication was read from Gene Fugitt, Box 396, Renton requesting a temporary
license or permit to operate a small printing press, to be located at the rear of
a vacant lot at 4152 Pelly Street. This building is 18' north of their residence
and is next to the alley. The nearest residence is approximately 75t distant.
There will be no commercial advertising signs or commercial deliveries, and no
unnecessary noices to its operation. In the near future they will make additional
room in their residence and plan to set the press therein.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that this be left in the hands of the
Building Inspector and the City Engineer with power to act. Carried.
A petition for rezoning the property of "Tax Lot 8, Section 18, Township 23,
North, Range 5 East, WM" from residential to commercial was read from Stanley
Kaczmarek, signed by 7 property owners all living within the limits of 200, of
the property to be rezoned.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that this rezoning petition be referred
to the Planning Cormission for a report back. Carried.
A petition for rezoning the portion of Government Lot 4, Section 18, Township
23 North, Range 5 East, WM., from residential to commercial, was read from Otto
Sundholm, signed by 9 property owners all living within the limits of 200, of
the property to be rezoned.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Delaurenti, that this pttition be referred to the
Planning Commission for a report back. Carried.
An application for a license as "Place of Refuge" for the Bronson residence at
202 Mill Street, was read from Louise B. Thomas, 516 Wells Street through their
representative Tom Dobson & Son, Realtors. Application made pursuant to the
provisions of Remington's Revised Statutes, section 8358—A to 8358—K, inclusive,
under which an inspection is necessary from the City Health Officer and the Fire
Chief.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that this application be referred to the
Health Officer,
Building Inspector and Fire Chief for a report back to the City
Council. Carried.
A statement of 1949 operating expense charges and advance for 1950 from the State—
wide City Employees Retirement System for $1071.44, due and payable by the City of
Renton was read.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that this statement be referred to the
Finance & Claims Committee with power to act. Carried.
A statement from the Waterfront Ships' Service, Inc., Pier 59, Seattle, was read �.
in the amount of $4278.62, (less 15% for 30 days) which is the amount due at the
present time on the moving of the control tower from Bow Lake Air Port to the
Renton Air Field, CAA Project No. 9-45-030-8, O.Kid for payment by B. M. McHugh,
City Engineer and Ned Stokes, Airport Manager.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that this statement be referred to the
Finance & Claims Committee with power to act. Carried.
A statement was read from the Puget Sound Title Insurance Company for $50.00 the
cost of title search on the Liberty Park property.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that this be referred to the Finance
& Claims Committee with power to act. Carried,
A statement.was read from the Water Department to the Park Department for $9.89,
the cost of taping a 2" pipe at Liberty Park.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that this matter of trasnferring money
for the payment of services from one department to another be left in the hands of
the Department Heads and the Mayor. Carried.
Two L.I.D., 223 assessments (Sewers on Renton Hill) , due by the City of Renton
were presented in the amount of (1) $59.78 and (2) $80.21. Moved by Richardson,
seconded by Reid, that this assessment be referred to the Auditing & Accounting
Committee, Finance Committee, City Clerk, City Treasurer and the Mayor with power
to act. Carried.
A communication was read from City Engineer McHugh stating_ that Mr. '.faller, Supt.,
of Utilities, Mr. Sparrow, Foreman of the Sewage Disposal Plant and himself would
be able to attend the joint meeting of the Pacific Northwest Sewage Works Assocn.
Convention in Tacoma on May 10th to 13th as per previous Council authorization.
Councilman Hansen of the Personal Property Committee made a Majority Committee
Report on the grader bids recommending that all previous bids be rejected and the
Council call for bids on a 100 H.P. grader and that an offer for our present grader
be included for trade in allowance as a part of the Call for Bids.
Councilmen Swift and Richardson made a minority report stating that the Council
would not gain anything by requesting new bids.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the report of the
majority of the Committee. a Roll Call vote being taken, the result was as follows:
Richardson, No; Swift, No; Delaurenti, Aye; Bruce, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, No;
Trimm,-No; Reid, lye; Gigli, Aye; Davidson, Aye and Tamborini, Aye. There being
7 .Aye's and 4 No's, the motion carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Superintendent of Utilities re—
arrange specifications and that they be read before the Council before publication
and call for new bids. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Supt. of Utilities and the
City Engineer draft up new specifications and report back to Council. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE, HANSEN) HAGEN, TRIMM, REID, GIGLI,
DAVIDSON AND TAMBORI14I.
A communication was read from John McCauley, Acting Exec, Secretary of the
Washington Public Utility Commissioner's Association acknowledging request for
information on (a) Effect of PSP&L Sale on Municipal revenues, (b) Comparison
of PUD tax revenue with present PSP&L taxes and (c) PUD disposition of PSP&L
distribution and generation facilities in King County. The above association will
present this request to the Executive Board at their meeting in Spokane, April 17th
and will provide PUD representatives for a future meeting and further commended
the City of Renton for its thorough investigation of the various forms of
municipal ownership before making a decision. He will inform Mayor Baxter of the
Board's action as soon as possible.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that this communi::ation be referred
to the Power Committee and Fire, Light and Water Committee. Carried.
A conimuni�,ation was read from T. K. Dimmitt, Chairman of the Agriculture Committee
of the Seattle Chamber of Commerce inviting the Mayor to attend the "Farm Face—
Lifting Demonstration at Marymoor Farm near Redmond, Washington on April 27th.
The days' activities will include 35 pieces of large agricultural equipment
demonstrating various ways of ditching for drainage, etc.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication placed on file.
A communication was read from the Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church to
Mayor Joe R. Baxter, acknowledging his communication of April 12th and requesting
that communications regarding this subject be read to the Council at the next
Council meeting and placed on file. The communication from Joe R. Baxter, Mayor
and Charles Delaurenti, Chairman of the Police & License Committee to Reverend
Monroe, President of the Renton Ministerial Association was read stating that a
thorough investigation had been made by the Police & License Committee and the
Mayor as to matters pertaining to the recent letter received from the Association
and as a result a change had been effected in the manner in which the specific
game to which the Ministerial Association objected will be played. Such operations
shall henceforth be allowed only as permitted by the City Ordinances governing
the operations of said games. After reading the communication from Mayor Joe R.
Baxter and Councilman Charles Delaurenti, Chairman of the Police & License
Committee, to the Reverend Monroe of the Renton Ministerial Association, it was
moved by Delaurenti, seconded- by Reid, that these communications be placed on
file for future reference.
New specifications for the grader were read. "Tandem power or four wheel
traction powered by 100 H.P. Diesel engine. Hydraulic brakes and full hydraulic
or mechanical control. Said grader to weigh at least 11 tons with scarfier.
Standard tires, 13 or 14 inches on all wheels. The cab to be frilly enclosed with
clear vision demanded. Dual swipes and heater are to be part of the equipment.
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Lights both front and rear required. Scarifier with at least ten teeth to be in—
cluded in the base bid. If snow plow, bull dozer or other attachments are avail—
able, they may be quoted as addendas. Blade should be not less than 12 ft. x 24
in. Full specifications on the engine proposed must accompany the bid. Quotations
on a trade—in allowance on a No. 10 Caterpillar Auto Patrol now owned by the City
of Renton are required. 5% bid deposit either certified check or bid bond must
accompany each bid. The City Council reserves the right to reject any and/or all
bids.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the specifications
recommended jointly by Superintendent of Utilities Waller and City Engineer
McHugh and the date of May 2nd be set for the opening of the bids. Carried.
Councilman Bruce recommended that the original petition presented by Arnold C.
Weiding requesting that the NEj of NES' Section 8, Township 23, Range 5E WM., to
be rezoned from residential to commercial be allowed in that the balance of the
property owners did not favor rezoning a. larger area as recommended by the Plann—
ing Commission.
Moved by Brace, seconded by Swift, that the petition of Mr. Weiding be granted,
and the property be rezoned from residential to commercial. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that the Punchboard & Raffle Ordinance was practically
ready and would be read at the next Council meeting. Moved by Richardson, seconded
by Tamborini, that all interested in subject Ordinance be so notified and that the
date of introduction before the Council be published. Carried.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Richardson, that the Tavern Owners and Restaurant
Owners Associations be also notified of this Ordinance being read at the next
Council meeting. Carried.
The Finance Committee reported that the Seattle Water Department bill for changing
their pipeline to the Renton Water system on Renton Hill had been approved by the
Finance Committee.
Councilman Reid reported on his investigation of lights from the intersection of
3rd Avenue with Rainier Avenue to the intersection of Airport Way with Rainier
Avenue and recommended that new mercury vapor lights be installed and that those
now on 3rd Avenue be moved to Rainier Avenue between the intersection of 3rd Ave.,
and Airport Way, and the new lights be installed on 3rd Avenue from Morris Street
to Rainier Avenue and further stated that eleven new mercury vapor lights would
be required to comply with his recommendation. These lights would cost approximately
$160,00 each. Councilman Reid stated that the PSP&L Company, under their contract,
would install new lights and change old ones as required by the City. The City will
pay only for the lights that will be required.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Ways and
Means Committee for a report back. Carried.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Ways and
Means Committee for a report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that the Park Department needed some engineering work done and
requested that the engineering Department be instructed to do this as there was no
allowance made for engineering in the Park Department budget.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Engineering Department be
instructed to do this necessary engineering work for the Park Department. Carried.
Councilman Gigli reported that the Auditing & Accounting Department would like to
report that they had checked with the King County Treasurer, City Engineer and City
Clerk and that the taxes were the City of Renton's. and recommended that these
statements in the amount of $3146.79 be referred to the Finance Committee with
power to act. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the
recommendation of the Auditing Committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter recommended that the Assistant Engineer also be appointed as Building
Inspector at $ 25.00 per month in addition to the Asst. Engineer's salary, retro—
active to April 1, 1950. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council
concur in the recommendation of the Mayor. Carried.
Airport Manager Stokes reported on the Control Tower Fund that $4600.00 of the
allotted $5231.00 had been used and that they now could request authorization from
the City Council to use the balance of the allotted money to do some necessary
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repair and remodeling, as follows: (1) Paint entire building
(2) Move the radio equipment to the tower
(3) Lay lineoleum asphalt tile on control
tower floor. These three additional small contracts all under y500.00 each.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Trimm, that the Airport Manager be allowed to let
contracts to have this work done. Carried.
Councilman Swift requested that the company that installed the heating system for
the City Hall be requested to recheck the regulating valves. Moved by Reid, seconded
by Richardson, that this be referred to the Real Property Committee with power to act.
Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that there was no sidewalk or proper place for a cross —
"" walk near the bowling alley near the intersection of 3rd Avenue and Rainier to
safely locate a place for a bus stop.
Councilman Richardson stated that they needed walks from the Log Cabin down to the
City limits on the south side of the street and asked City Attorney Haugan's opinion
as to a manner of instigating such an L.I.D.
City Attorney Haugan stated that it was customary totiait for the property owners to
petition for such an L.I.D., but that a Resolution could be drawn up and the Council
adopt the Resolution and a date of hearing set. Owners of 60% of the property pro—
testing pould kill an order for improvement by the Council.
Councilman Richardson suggested that sidewalks and curbs should be installed'beginn—
ing on the west side of Shattuck Street, 120' south of the south margin of 3rd Avenue,
thence north to south margin of 3rd Avenue, thence west on the south margin of 3rd
Avenue to the east margin of Rainier Avenue!
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the matter of a resolution covering an
L.I.D., for the installation of sidewalks and curbs, as above outlined, be referred
to the Ordinance Committee for their recommendation. City Engineer McHugh will
furnish the City Attorney and Ordinance Committee with specifications for the re—
solution. Carried.
Councilman Reid stated that the :superintendent of Schools had inquired as to signs
for streets by the Ford School.
Councilman Swift reported that this was in the hands of the Street & Alley Committee
now and that Mr. Waller, Superintendent of Utilities was having these signs finished
as fast as possible.
Councilman Gigli reported that the Lions Club Banners were a little lower than
allowed by the State Highway Department. Councilman Delaurenti reported that this was
due to the wind and that they were trying to keep them tightened and as high as re—
quired by the State Highway Department.
Councilman Richardson stated that the corner of Burnett and Walla Walla, on the
east margin going south, had no arterial stop sign on account of the railroad tracks
and they couldn't be placed on the street.
Councilman Swift requested that this problem be referred to the proper committee
to see if a light was available that would be serviceable at this location. Moved
by Richardson, seconded by Swift, that this be referred to the Street & Alley
Committee and Fire, Light and Water Committee for their observation and checking and
a report back to the City Council. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that he had noticed that a bridge was up for auction sale
in Spokane and stated that it was his opinion that the Engineering Department should
contact the Spokane County Commissioners to get more information on the size and
other specifications of said bridge and report back as soon as possible as the
.� auction is to be held May 2nd.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Engineering Department contact
the Spokane County Commissioners to get this information and report back as soon as
possible. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that the Kennydale water tank is not in good condition and
that an investigation should be made, and if necessary a call for bids issued for
its replacement now before anything should happen. Moved by Swift, seconded by
Reid, that the City Engineer and Water Superintendent check and determine if this
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tank should be replaced and if necessary draw up specifications and present to
the Council to enable the City of Renton to call for bids. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that there was insufficient information on the assess—
ment cards that were mailed out to those who would be assessed in the event an
L.I.D., was formed and that the parties that have to pay assessments should be
informed on said cards as to the improvement and the method of payment for same.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that the City Engineer's department prepare
a form that would include all necessary information of work necessary and the nature
of the improvement and the method of payment. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that there was a possibility that a "bonding and License
fee" for contractors in the City could be established. Moved by Swift, seconded
by Trimm, that this be referred to the Ordinance Committee, City Attorney, Supt.,
of Utilities and the Engineering Department for study and a report back to the
Council. Carried.
Councilman Bruce asked if the City couldn't obtain a gravel pit for its own use.
Superintendent of Utilities Waller explained that the gravel was purchased at a
minimum cost but that there was not a satisfactory supply of crushed rock avail—
able at a reasonable price.
Superintendent of Utilities Waller stated that there was a new place opening up
in Renton that produced rock where it could be obtained at a better price.
Councilman Hagen reported that the'parallel parking only' sign at 3rd and Shattuck
was confusing as to its exact meaning, and suggested the Superintendent of Utili—
ties be notified and that this sign should be clarified to read "Parking Parallel
to curb only".
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Swift, that the sign at 3rd and Shattuck be changed
to read PARKING PARALLEL TO CURB ONLY. Carried.
Councilman hichardson asked if the City would have any difficulty with the Health
Department on the new sight for the Garbage Dump as this was near the waterway
that carried the surplus water to the lake. City Engineer McHugh stated that a
Seattle Engineer and he had checked and that this was far enough away at this time,
but that he would recheck. Further, that they were in line to get another portion,
besides this 200' dump, before the other one is filled.
Superintendent of Utilities Waller stated that the speficiations for the new
garbage contract were in the hands of the Ordinance Committee.
City Engineer McHugh stated that the Earlington Hill residents are inquiring as
to the proposed action on Earlington Hill sewage mains.
Councilman hichardson stated that they were interested mostly in regards to trunk
sewers, and inquired as to Federal or State Aid for the trunk sewer. The City
Engineer stated that the City had paid for the trunk sewer but that bonds took
care of the disposal plant. Councilman Swift proposed that the main trunk be
extended to the foot of the hill and the sewer lines in Earlington were the prob—
lem of the property owners. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this be
referred to the City Engineer and the Sanitation Committee for study. Carried.
Fire Chief Floyd Lawrence reported that fire hydrants were needed in three
districts. (1) Airport Way, (2) Top of Renton Hill and (3) Miller's Corner.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Reid, that this be referred to the Ways and Means
Committee, Fire, Light & Water Committee, City Engineer and Fire Chief for study
and report back. Carried.
Fire Chief Lawrence reported that the DISASTER & BELIEF COMMITTEE should hold a
meeting soon. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Committee arrange
to hold a meeting at the Fire Station and that Fire Chief Lawrence report back to .,..
the Council the date set. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the Fire
Chief's recommendation that the week of April 23, to 29, inclusive be proclaimed
as SPRING CLEAN—UP WEEDS. Carried.
Fire Chief Lawrence stated that fences in the Highlands were interfering with the
Fire Department's operations. Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that
the Fire Chief and Building Inspector take care of this situation as they see
fit. Carried.
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Moved by Hansen, seconded by Tamborini, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee, be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
CUREENT
American Ranken Copy Co. Engr. Expense 27.97 7163
Association of Wash. Cities Expense 460.00 4
Automatic Deodorant Co. C.H. Expense 2.00 5
Art Burnside & Co. P.D. Expense 126.38 6
George F. Cake Co. P.D. " 69.11 7
Central Pontiac Sales Co. P.D. " 18.95 8
Chapman Bros. St. Light Expense 246.14 9
City Transfer Co. C.H. Expense 88.07 70
H.L. Collier, City Treas. P.D. Expense 4.41 1
Wiley Crook Postage 10.00 2
Custer Hardware Co. Expense 12.04 3
Wm. F. Davis Insurance 171.39 4
Dow Fuel Co. F.D. Expense 38.91 5
E.I. Du Pont De Nemours C.H. " 65.33 6
Kenny Eakle P.D. " 17.50 7
Rudolph Elsner Expense 135.00 8
H. A. Freyman Council Expense 9.64 9
Gordys Camera Shop P.D. Expense 8.46 80
Harley-Davidson Sales Co. P.D. " 4.12 1
Harper-Meggee, Inc. P.D. " 7.26 2
The Instrument Laboratory P.D. " 3.45 3
King Gounty Health Dept. Health Inspection 175.00 4
Kuker-hanken Inc. Expense 13.79 5
Ivan W. Lee F. D. Expense 4.49 6
The Linoleum Shop C.H. Outlay 90.64 7
The Lumber Market Expense 35.87 8
Mathewson's Renton Tire Shop Expense 9.66 9
C. G. Meyers Plan Comm. Expense 75.00 90
Owl Cafe Jail meals 128.85 1
Paramount Pest Control H.O. Expense 10.00 2
P.S.P. & Light Co. Power 1146.46 3
Renton Motor Parts Exoense 86.70 4
Renton News Record Expense 227.83 5
Renton Veterinary Hospital Dog Pound Expense 1.75 6
Seattle Police Athletic Assn, Expense 88.50 7
Stoneway Dock Co. Engineer Expense 1.49 9
Sunset Coal & Oil Co. F.D. Expense 132.89 7200`\
Service Laundry & Cleaners F.D. " 30.36 7198 X
Steve Tamborini Council Expense 10.10 7201
Mary & Joe Tomac Engr. Conslts. & Contges. 19.57 2
Treasurer U.S.A. Garbage Expense 83.34 3
Mr. Ummel F.D. Expense 3.00 4
University of Washington P.D. " 2.67 5
Valley Window Cleaners C.H. it 27.65 6
Waters Expense - Stationery 71.01 7
West Disinfecting Co. C. H. Expense 42.44 8
Western Union Telgrh. P.D. " 4.25 9
Pacific Tel. & Tel. Co. Phones 221.89 10
King County Medical May dues 377.00 11
Puget Sound Title Ins. Co. Engr. Conslts. & Contgs. 50.00 12
Statewide City Emp. Pension Pension Expense 1,071.44 13
A. A. Tremper Taxes 3,146.79 14
Payroll Office 1,164.1.3 15-28
Payroll Engineers 690.20 29-33
Payroll F. Dept. 2,281.21 34-53
Payroll P. " 31302.54 54-79
Payroll Mayor & Council 456.16 80-92
Fred Allingham Union dues 52.00 93
Goodwill Store P.D. Expense 2.16 94
Potlatch Yards, Inc. C.H. Is 22.14 95
David P. Reid Police Civil Service 55.00 96
Treas. U.S.A. Garbage Expense 7.62 97
Treas. U.S.A. " 11 14.89 98
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CURRENT Oil
Trick & Murray Expense 97.61 7299
Western Electronic Supply P.D. Expense 1.42 7300
Payroll Garbage 717.00 7301-08
Payroll St. Cleaning 343.65 7309-13
State Treasurer Vol. Firemen' s Pen. 415.00 14
Renton Motor Parts, Inc. Expense 95.75 15
H. L. Collier, City Treas. P.D. Expense 4.41 16
Seattle Gas. Co. C.H. Expense 3.43 17
WATER
Custer Hardware Co. Expense 4.43 7849
Dale & icLendon Expense 5.19 50
H.L. Collier, Treas. Outlay 1371.39 1
H. D. Fowler Co., Inc. Expense 122.98 2
H. D. Fowler Co., Inc. Expense 15.55 3
Homelite Corp. Outlay 359.47 4
Mathewsonst Tire Shop Expense 25.06 5
Meter Specialty Co. it 29.00 6
N.P. Railway Company it 1.00 7
P.S.P. & Light Co. Power 782.97 8
Renton Heating & Air Gond. Expense 2.52 9
Renton Machine & Welding Wks. Expense 6.70 60
Renton News Record Expense 104.65 1
Rensselaer Valve Co. Outlay 262.44 2
Sather Foundry Co. Outlay 128.75 3
Seattle Water Department Water 20.62 4
Sound Concrete Products Outlay 103.00 5
Van Waters & Rogers, Inc. Expense 449.40 6
Wallace & Tiernan Sales Corp Expense 37.96 7
Williams & Swanson Outlay 1219.00 8
Worthington Gamon Meter Co. Expense 4.47 9
King County Medical May dues 42.50 70
Payroll Office 240.15 1-75
E.N. Halgren Company Outlay 93.73 76
Pacific Water Works Supply Outlay 155.94 77
Seattle Water Department Water 21.24 8
Standard Oil Co. of Calif. Expense 3.28 9
Western Utilities Supp. Co. Exp. & Outlay 1210.54 80
Payroll Water 979.22 1-89
Renton Motor Parts Expense 36.16 90
CITY STREETS
Chapman Bros. Exp. & Outlay 707.80 5419
Coast Wide Supply Co. Expense 7.47 20
Columbia Equipment Co. Expense 1.51 1
E. E. Crussell Expense 10.00 2
Custer Hardware Co. " 30.48 3
Dale & McLendon " 2.27 4
Edmonds Cushion Shop Expense 12.36 5
Feenaughty Machinery Co. Expense 104.00 6
Lande Feed Co. " 4.12 7
The Lumber Market Expense 59.12 8
Minnesota Mining & Mfg. Co. Expense 119.74 9
The Miro-ilex Co., Inc. Outlay 304.41 30
Northwest Precote, Inc. Expense 226.19 1
Olympic Foundry Co. " 18.64 2
Overall Cleaning & Supply Expense 2.06 3
Pacific Car & Foundry Co. " 12.98 4
Pac. Coast Stamp Works Expense 39.1.1 5
Renton Motor Parts, Inc. Exp. & Outlay 736.77 6
Renton News Record Expense 24.34 7
Renton Plumbing & Heating If 3.86 8
Stoneway Dock Co. Expense 391.09 9
Truck Welding & Equip. Co. Expense 46.28 40 ...
Union Oil Co. of Calif. Expense 29.96 1
Wms. & Swanson Outlay 1219.00 2
King County Medical May dues 88.50 3
Payroll Office 267.70 4-47
Equip. Rental & Revol. Fund Expense-Meter-Supp. 61.25 48
King County Road Dist. #2 Expense 125.00 9
Standard Oil Co. of Calif. Gasoline 704.40 50
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Standard Oil Co. of Calif. Gasoline 740.85 5451
Payroll City Streets 2143.79 2-72
Renton Motor Parts, Inc. Expense 122.67 73
SEWER DISPOSAL
Builders Providence, Inc. Expense 22.31 1786
Custer Hardware Co. Expense 67.79 7
Dale & McLendon Expense 3.78 8
Hank's Welding Exnense 10.82 9
Matthie Fi.xit Shop Expense 3.34 90
Overall Cleaning & Supp. Co. Expense 2.58 1
Penn. Salt Mfg. Co. Expense-Chlorine 216.30 2
P.S.P. & Light Co. Power 166.96 3
P.S.P. & Light Co. Expense 92.70 4
Stoneway Dock Co. " 25.59 5
King County Medical May dues 27.25 6
Renton Plumbing & Heating Expense 5.59 7
Payroll Sewer Disposal 523.46 8-1802
Payroll Office 173.00 3-1806
VOID VOID - - 7
Payroll Sewer 89.23 8-9
ATHLETIC
P.L.P. & Light Co. Power 39.71 493
Renton Plumbing & Heating Expense 29.13 4
Sunset Coal & Oil Co. Expense 108.11 5
King County Medical May dues 5.50 6
Payroll Athletic 181.27 7-8
Peeplee Na4.-B&nk ef-Wasps. Wi4hhold4:ng Tam -56:49 9
LIBRARY
P.S. P. & Light Co. Power 17.37 2049
Hertzbergs Wash. Bindery Expense 50.43 50
The Storey Book Store Book 11.03 1
King County Medical May dues 10.50 2
Payroll Library 839.93 3-59
Beckley Cardy Co. Book 2.57 60
The A.N. Marquis Co. " 12.49 1
... Vocational Guidance Manuals " 3.08 2
AIRPORT
Chapman Bros. Expense 4.27 852
Cochran Hardware Co. " 1.41 3
Concrete ConstructionCo. Outlay 499.00 4
Holmes Electric Expense 19.68 5
Industrial Electric Co. Expense 12.46 6
Ma.rier Studio " 26.22 7
Pac. Coast Stamp Works " 11.95 8
P.S.P. & Light Co. Power 563.51 9
Renton Machine & Welding Expense 9.01 60
Renton Motor Parts, Inc. " 1.57 1
Seattle Water Dept. " 40.15 2
Stoneway Dock Co. " 12.36 3
The Variety Shop " 14.42 4
King County Medical May dues 4.00 5
Payroll Airport 333.80 6-69
Renton Valley Fuel Co. Expense 341.05 70
Payroll George Miener 16.69 1
Renton Motor Parts, Inc. 5mense 6.61 2
FIREMEN'S RELIEF &
PENSION FUND
Mrs. Enza Anderson Pension 125.00 23
Mrs. 0 rpha McDonald " 125.00 24
AIRPORT CONTROL TOWER
..� Waterfront Ships' Serv. Moving Control tower 3636.83 407
PARK
Chapman Bros. Expense 5.56 1320
Custer Hardware Co. " 3.05 1
Dale & McLendon Outlay 114.49 2
Lande Feed Co. Expense 160.10 3
Ivan W. Lee " 2.68 4
P.S.P. & Light Co. Power 7.12 5
King County Medical May dues 26.75 6
Payroll Park 567.26 7-32
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
Meeting was aAJ ourned at 11:05 o'clock P.M.
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April 25, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor
Joe R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAURENTI, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Officials and department heads present were: City Attorney, Arthur 11augan, Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Clerk, Wiley Crook;
Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Engineer, B. M. McHugh; Superintendent of
Utilities, S. R. ?Waller; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon, Building Inspector,
Walter Will and Assistant Engineer, James Highton.
Councilman Richardson requested that Superintendent of Utilities Waller's name be
substituted for his in the minutes of April 18th as he had made the statement re—
gardi-ig a new crushed rock place opening up in Renton.
Owing to that fact that the meeting of April 11th was recessed, it was moved by
Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of April 11th and 18th be accepted
as corrected. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that Councilman Hugh Bruce be granted
a 30 day leave of absence. Carried.
A communication was read from Airport Manager Ned Stokes requesting that the City
Council and the Mayor extend their expression of thanks to the Seattle Port
Commission as they gave the Renton Airport the building that now comprises the
Control Tower and this gift enabled the Airport Board to qualify for Federal Funds
for relocating the buildings. The Port authorities were very cooperative in working
out the details of the moving and with their assistance the entire project moved
smoothly.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Airport Manager. Carried.
A communication was read from Robert E. Walker, Secretary of the Association of
Valley Cities stating that the next regular meeting of the Association will be
held on :Wednesday, April 26th at 8:00 o'clock P.M., at the Chamber of Commerce
Building in Puyallup, Washington. The Power question will be continued at this
meeting and Renton representatives are requested to bring any problems they have
so that they can be discussed.
Councilman Tamborini suggested that the Planning Committee also be notified so
they can attend this meeting. All Councilmen and Department Heads that can attend
are asked to meet at the City Hall at 7:00 o'clock P.M.
A communication was read from James L. Lee of Lee's Ice Cream Company requesting
renewal of their ice cream vending license.
Moved by itichardson, seconded by Gigli, that this be referred to the Police and
License Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Dr. C.P. Ambrose, Fred Hancock Post No. 19,
Committee Chairman asking permission to change the date of the carnival from May
8th to 13th to May 15th to 20th, inclusive, account of transportation difficulties.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council acknowledge the
letter and allow the change of date. Carried.
A petition for vacating Block 20, Renton Highlands Addition to the City of
Renton, signed by 15 property owners, was read.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Hansen, that this bereferred to the Street & Alley
Committee for their consideration. Carried.
A communication was read, signed by Fire Chief Lawrence, Health Officer Dixon
and Building Inspector Walter Will stating that they had inspected the Bronson
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residence and found it in good condition and further agreed that by remodeling
and bringing up to the building code specifications for a Class D. occupancy,
Division 2, it could be converted into a "Place of Refuge".
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the committee providing it is brought up to stated requirements. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that Mr. Gotti had attended their committee meeting on
Monday evening and stated that his father' s property had not been left in the
condition as promised in his contract that was written before the sewers were started
on Renton Hill and would like to have this damage takencare of before it was time
for him to pay his assessments on this sewer.
City Engineer McHugh stated that on Tuesday Afternoon, April 25, he had gone over
all of this property with the contractor and he believed they had reached anFgree—
ment regarding this damage.
Mr. Gotti, son of the claimant, stated that these conditions and promises of replace—
ment and repair to his father's propertytiere not at all stisfactory and requested
that a committee be appointed to investigate.
Councilman Richardson asked City Engineer McHugh if there wasn't any money held from
the contractor in lieu of damages. City Engineer McHugh stated there was $200.00
held back.
Councilman Richardson asked City Attorney Haugan if it would be fair for the City
to appoint a committee to meet with Mr. Gotti and estimate the acutal damage and
come back with a recommendation regarding same.
City Attorney Haugan stated that the rains have washed a lot of the top soil away
and that something should be done to replace this top soil from the ditches and
perhaps add some sludge (fertilizer) from the Disposal Plant and plant some grass
seed on this property to keep it from washing away again.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that a committee composed of Department Heads be
appointed to investigate the damage done to the property on the hill and to contact
Mr. Gotti to find the actual damage done and come back with a recommendation regard—
ing same. Carried.
There was considerable discussion by Councilmen and property owners of the different
lots that had requested vacation of alleys therein, telling the different reasons
why the City should vacate the alleys and reasons why the City should keep titles
to said alleys.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council as a whole be appointed
as a committee, with the proper department heads to check all of the alleys and
projects in the Renton Highlands that have requested vacation, next Saturday, April
29th at 2:00 o'clock P.M., Carried.
A gentleman in the audience asked that the Councilmen and department heads check
the drawings, as submitted, that are in the Engineering Department before coming
up to the Highlands to look at the alleys.
Councilman hichardson requested that the Resolution he had prepared on vacating an
alley be held up until the investigation of the alleys had been completed. Request
granted.
The Ordinance Committee presented Resolution No. 772 regarding the improvement of
streets "beginning at the northeast corner of lot 12, block 1, Wefanc's Addition to
the City of Renton; thence north along the west line of Shattuck Street to 3rd Avenue;
thence west along the south line of Third Avenue to Rainier Avenue; (EXCEPTING
.... portions now paved;) by constructing and installing concrete sidewalks and curbs
and doing such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith, all in
accordance with plans prepared by the City Engineer.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt the resolution and
that the date of hearing be set for May 23rd. Carried.
The Police & License Committee and Law & Ordinance Committee introduced revised
Ordinance No. 1375 on Punchboards and Raffles. This Ordinance, relating to and
regulating Punchboards and Raffles, making definitions, requiring licenses, and
providing for fees for the use and operation thereof, defining offences and pre—
scribing penalities, was read before the Council.
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Moved by Tambo rini, seconded by Delaurenti, that this Ordinance be turned over to
the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee requested that this Ordinance be held for one week for its
second and final reading at the next Council meeting on May 2nd.
The Mayor declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAURENTI, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRI144I REID, GIGLI,
DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had been contacted recently, as had other members of the
Council and the City Clerk, regarding the matter that some citizens in the community
of Talbot had inquired as to the possibility and procedure for the annexation of
Talbot to Renton. Some of the residents of Talbot are anxious to get the opinion of
the Council before the first of May when they will have to vote on the matter of a
fire district for Talbot.
Each Councilman present was asked for his individual opinion and comments on this
question. Councilman Tamborini stated that the committee from Talbot should see the
City Attorney regarding legal procedure for annexation and bring the matter before
the Council in the proper manner with the necessary percentage petitioning in favor
of annexation so that the Council could act on this matter. Councilman Gigli asked
what the boundary lines would include for annexation. Assistant Engineer Highton
stated that boundary lines would extend between the Benson Road and the Kent Highway,
south to 160th Street and North to the present City limits of Renton. This would take
in the complete Talbot water district. There are 128 taps to individual homes
serviced in this area. All Councilmen talked favorable re this annexation.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the Council authorize the City
Attorney to investigate about tax revenue in the event this area is annexed to the
City of Renton. Carried.
Councilman Gigli suggested that the Public Relations Committee be appointed to meet
with the citizens of Talbot regarding this annexation. The Chamber of Commerce was
suggested as a central meeting place and Asst. City Engineer James Highton
volunteered to inform the residents of Talbot that this meeting can be arranged at
the convenience of the people with the committee, to discuss this question with
them.
Councilman Swift reported that the H Street crossing on the Sunset Highway was work-
ing very well but recommended that a sign be posted stating that NO RIGHT TURN PER-
MITTED WHILE SCHOOL G=:.OSSING OCCUPIED and that the street markings (CAUTION CROSSWALK)
be repainted. Councilman Swift also requested that the 35 MPH sign be moved to a
place the correct distance from the crosswalk as this was at present confusing to
motorists.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street & .Alley Committee and that the Superintendent of Utilities be notified
to comply with the recommendations. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that he had contacted the owners of the alley space
eastward from the City Hall to Williams Street and that the owners will not sell at
any time for alley purposes.
The Street & Alley Committee further stated that they had recommended the installa-
tion of NO PARKING signs on Main Street between 4th & 5th Avenues in front of the
Ford School and the installation of a SCHOOL BUS STOP on the east side of Wells
Street from 5th Avenue northerly to the north end of the school property line, and
to paint the curbs and install proper signs.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
Councilman :Swift read an excerpt from a circular regarding kindergarten enrollment
by John A. Thomson, Research Director of the Renton School District No. 403,
stating that it would be the "responsibility of the parent to see that the children
get to and from the kindergarten centers safely". This circular was mailed to all
parents of kindergarten children by the Renton School District No. 403.
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The Police &. License Committee approved the installation of the Rockola Shufflelane
-in the Alameda and Venezia Taverns and the amusement game in Herbert's Sherbet Shoppe.
The Police & License Committee also approved the Rockola Shufflelane in the Sugar
Bowl at 526 2nd Avenue with the stiuplation that it is to be closed down on School
days between 11:00 o'clock A.M., and 1:00 o'clock P.M. The proprietor of the Sugar
Bowl, Mr. Jones, will be required to abide by this decision and submit to the City
a written statement to this effect.
Councilman Davidson stated that Mr. McGarrigle of the Puget Sound Power & Light
Company had informed him that he had contacted the Seattle office of the Puget Sound
Power & Light Company for clearance to slash the brush on the right—of—way through
w.. Windsor Fills and that Fire Chief Lawrence will take care of the burning of the slash.
The Windsor Hills Community Club has been so notified.
Councilman Freyman reported that he and Councilman Bruce had investigated the Gustine
property in regard to the City' s acquiring for their use, and requested that the
Engineering Department be requested to draw up a map of this property so they will
know more about the boundaries before they p,--esent their report. City Engineer
McHugh stated that he will furnish a map for the Committee.
Councilman Hagen, Chairman of the Ways & Means Committee recommended that the money
for lights for the improvement of Rainier Avenue from 3rd Avenue to Airport Way, be
tkaen from the Street Department Capital Outlay Fund. Moved by Richardson, seconded
by Trimm, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the Ways & Means Committee
and that this be referred to the Fire, Light & Water Committee to make further
investigation regarding this problem. Carried.
The Ways & Means Committee recommended that all costs of installation of a signal
light at 3rd. & Shattuck be paid for from the Street Department Capital Outlay Fund
and that this be referred to the Fire Light & Water Committee for their recommen—
dation regarding the installation of this signal light.
Councilman Swift stated that it would be a good idea for the Fire Light and Water
Committee to set up their own plan whereby a certain number of new lights could be
installed each year and added that ht objected to the spending of the Street Fund
money indiscriminately. Councilman Hgaen stated this was the only place to obtain
the money except from Cumulative Funds.
Moved by hichardson, seconded by Gigli, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ways & Means Committee. Carried.
The Ways and Means Committee recommended that the Fire Chief inform the City
Engineer of the suggested locations and number of hydrants required for the three
(3) districts as outlined by the Fire Chief and requested the engineer to estimate
the cost and report back to the Council.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ways & Means Committee. Carried.
The Sanitation Committee recommended that the sanitary sewer trunk connection for
Earlington be made from Shattuck Street up to the Y at the XXX Barrel and this
expense come out of the Sewer Disposal Fund and that Earlington residents pay for the
rest of the installation of sewers in Earlington under an L.I.D.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Sanitation Committee. Carried.
More time was granted Councilman Reid, Chairman of the Fire, Light and Water
Committee on the signal light at Williams Street.
,o, Councilman Tamborini stated that his committee had acted on bills submitted to them
with power to act.
City Clerk Crook stated that the bills Councilman Tamborini referred to were the
(1) Tax statement in the amount of $3146.79, (2) Airport Control Tower payment in
the amount of Z4278.62 and (3) Statewide Pension and Retirement 1949 expenses and
an estimated amount for 1950, a total amount of $1071.44.
Councilman Richardson stated that 2nd Avenue from Logan Street to Rainier Avenue
was in need of paving or black topping and recommended that steps be taken to make
said improvement.
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Councilman Delaurenti stated that the above named street at the stated location was
in bad condition and suggested that the matter be taken up again with the City of
Seattle officials to see if they would allow Renton to go ahead and pave or black
top as per Councilman Richardsonts recommendation.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Delaurenti, that the City Engineer, Supt. of Utilities
and the City Attorney check with the proper Seattle officials to see what can be done
in regard to this problem.
Councilman Richardson requested the clarification of Ordinance No. 1377 recently
passed on vacations for City employees in regard to whether said Ordinance in—
cluded Firemen and Policemen in the vacation regulations.
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Mayor Baxter stated that it was his understanding that said Ordinance was passed
with the intention of clarifying the rules regarding vacations for City employees
other than those under Civil Service
Councilman Reid stated that he had requested the Puget Sound linemen to spot where
the pole for the light was to go at the entrance to Cedar River Park, but that he
would require authority for the purchase of the lights. Puget Sound authorities
had checked with him and they had determined that a 21,000 lumen light would be
proper for this location and would save the installation of one pole and guy lines
supporting same.
The Fire Light & Water Committee reported that the proposed crosswalk light would
not be sufficient, but that this new light would serve both purposes.
Councilman Davidson requested that City employees, working on personal property,
if asked relating questions as to their work at or near any citizens property,
answer as clearly as possible, or inform the inquirer where they can receive the
correct information in case the employee does not have information regarding the work
at said location.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Davidson, that all City employees be instructed to
answer any questions of property owners or inquirers as to their work on private
property or instruct said inqurer where they can receive the required information.
Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that at the Ordinance Committee meeting on Monday night,
the Building Inspector and City Engineer had stated that they believed that the City
Hall property could be sold for enough to build a new City Hall in Liberty Park,
and that the Councilmen should study this question.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this matter be referred to the Real
Property Committee, the Mayor, City Engineer and City Attorney and the report back
to the City Council with their recommendation regarding same. Carried.
Fire Chief Lawrence requested that the date of May 25th be set for the Disaster
Relief Committee meeting and that all people that are on this committee be notified
by mail.
City Engineer McHugh reported that the bridge, reported by Councilman Swift at
April 18th meeting for auction sale in Spokane was only 18 feet wide and he would
not consider it wise for the City to purchase same.
Superintendent of Utilities Waller stated that the petition of 14 families for a
larger water main at 112th Avenue S.E., between 112th Street and 108th Street
had been investigated and they had found between 112th and 108th that part was
serviced by a 1 inch and part by 2 inch mains and that it came to a dead end. If this
pipe could be extended on 500 feet, the area would be connected up with between 2"
and 3" mains.
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Councilman Richardson stated that before the City took over the Kennydale Water
System that individuals had put in their own pipe to their property, which was
sufficient for individual families, but since that time new service for more
families had been connected to said lines.
After considerable discussion it was suggested that the Council set up a policy re—
questing each district to petition for an L.I.D., to correct these situations and
that the Council should investigate these conditions at the different locations and
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and determine the best method of remedying same.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Engineering Department be
authorized to have the foundation front wall of the City Hall repaired if
necessary. Carried.
City Clerk Crook stated that he had written to Mr. Weiding that his rezoning
request had been allowed but that the Planning Commission was still interested
in rezoning the area as stated in their letter of March 28, 1950 and that this
could be set up in the form of a resolution and a date of hearing set.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
May 2, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by
Mayor Joe R. Baxter at 5:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, R.EID,
GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Officials and Department heads present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan, Police „o„
Chief, Vincent Stewart; City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Clerk, Wiley Crook;
Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Engineer, B. M. McHugh; Superintendent of Utilities,
S. R. Waller; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Asst. Engineer, James Highton;
Chairman of the Park Board, Lon Tackett; Hugh Toschi, member of the Park Board, John
Swanson, Chairman of the Planning Commission and Max Clarke, member of the Planning
Commission.
Councilman Richardson stated in regard to the motion on fire hydrants, that the
minutes should be changed to read, that the recommendation of the Ways & Means
Committee is that the Fire Chief inform the City Engineer of the suggested locations
and number of hydrants required for the three districts as outlined by the "ire Chief
and requested the Engineer to estimate the cost and report back to the Council.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that the minutes of the April 25th meeting
be approved as corrected. Carried.
APPLICATI-NS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO. AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
1779 $p 700.00 L.E. Van Auken 725 Jones St. Remodel house
80 650.00 J. Plano 522 Riverside Dr. Erect garage
81 200.00 L. Hansen 314 Whitworth St. rewire house
82 300.00 John P. Girten 645 G. Street remodel house
83 400.00 T. Tomac 436 Mill remodel house
84 300,00 Martin Lopan 620 Grant St. install new roof r+
85 450.00 Tonk Frank 715 Benton St. remodel hous
86 400.00 T. G. Radke 631 H. St. erect garage
87 3 5,000.00 School Dist. #403 Renton, Wn. Portable school bldg.
88 100.00 C. Randall 327 Main St. install water heater
9 100.00 F. E. Kelso 2114 9th P1. erect fence
90 100..00 E. Williams 914 B. Street wire garage
1 Ralph Holmes 704 C. St, connect sewer
2 400.00 Ralph Drew 2604 9th Ave. No, construct basement
3 A. Schuchard 412 Renton St. connect to sewer
4 100.00 Dale Church 710 C. St. erect fence
5 25.00 Clarence Smart 2819 6th Place rewire house
6 100.00 Dick Singleton 2110 8th No. construct rock wall
7 Wm. Hoyt 220 Park Ave. remodel bathroom
8 R. J. Schneider 820 3rd Ave. No, instal plumbing
9 400.00 D. Gentile 525 Whitworth St. construct garage
1800 3,400.00 Florence Custer 213 Main St• move and remodel
residence
1 60000 Darrell Carlson 2809 8th North rewire house
2 2,000.00 Carl F. Cooks 3rd & Whitworth construct garage
3 100.00 J. Arka 430 Burnett rewire house
4 400.00 Wm. Thompson 230 Main St. remodel office
5 7,000.00 A. Kalis 501 Renton Ave. construct residence
6 200.00 Ralph Schroeder 811 D. St. construct garage
7 100.00 H. L. Caldwell. 323 Pelly install foundation ...
8 42000.00 J. Mance 519 Shattuck Sto erect new residence
9 John Alexander 653 E. Street erect driveway
10 300.00 J. E. Schneider 2208 8th Pl. erect breezeway
11. 100.00 R. Poeske 544 E. St. erect fence
12 100.00 Mrs. J. Lanich 441 Williams Sto erect fence
13 100.00 R. J. Doty 2203 9th Ave. North rewire house
14 200.00 D. Staggs 816 D. St. remodel house
15 100.00 J.H. Hastie 2413 6th No. erect fence.
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CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY AS ISSUED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NAME ADDRESS MR OCCUPANCY AS
Mrs. Be M. Gourd 905 3rd Ave. Order office
Councilman Tamborini reported that the City Engineer, Superintendent of Utilities
and ten councilmen had gone to the Highlands on Saturday to make a survey of the
alleys and that the City Engineer would give his report of the survey.
City Engineer McHugh stated that all the councilmen were familiar with the situation
now and recommended that this problem be turned over to a special committee for
further consideration.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this matter be referred to the Real
Property Committee, City Engineer, City Attorney and the Chairman or a member of
the Mayoras Disposition Committee, Carried.
Chairman John Swanson of the Planning Commission requested permission from the
Council for the Planning Commission to make a study in regard to the construction
of a swimming pool or of the City working in conjunction with the School Board in
regard to the City and the School Board constructing a swimming pool. He further
stated that the location of the swimming pool and the operation of same, after it
was constructed, and the financing for construction and bond retirements were the
problems which would require a lot of study and consideration so that the problems
could be solved intelligently and economically. Mr. Swanson further stated that
the Planning Commission requested permission to assemble all pertinent facts re—
garding the swimming pool in conjunction with assistance from the City Council, and
to present same as soon as possible to the Council as a whole.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the City Council grant the
Planning Commission permission to make a survey of the status of the swimming pool
project and that the Councilmen as a whole attend the next Planning Commission
meeting on the last Wednesday (May 24th) of the month. The City Clerk and Park
Superintendent are to be included in this committee. Carried*
• The City Clerk was requested to notify members of the Council and Planning
Commission previous to this meeting.
A communication was read from Mayor William F. Devin of Seattle to Mayor Joe H.
Baxter suggesting that he and representatives of the Council plan to come to
Seattle and discuss the matter of Power with members of the Seattle City Council,
Mr. Hoffman and himself. He stated that there were many phases to the problem
and offered his assistance if it is desired.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Mayor appoint a committee to meet
with the Mayor and City council of the City of Seattle on this question. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee requested that Ordinance No. 1375 be read in its entirety.
The Ordinance Committee recommended the passage of Ordinance No. 1375 as read.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Gigli, that the City Council accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and that Ordinance No. 1375 be placed on its second
and final reading. Carried.
Mr. John Carey of the Washington State Restaurant and Tavern Owner's Association
stated that although he thought the Council had worked in complete harmony with
all concerned he also thought that the City Council should reconsider Section 2
of Ordinance 1375 whereby, "Every operator shall pay an annual license fee in
the sum of $100.00" as the stated fee was unfair to small operators.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hagen,
that the Ordinance be passed as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye, Delaurenti,
Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyma.n, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye; Gigli, Aye;
Davidson, Aye and Tamborini, Aye. All Councilmen present at the time voting Aye,
the motion carried and Ordinance No. 3375 was approved and passed.
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The bids for the grader were read as follows:
COMPANY NET COST
A. H. Cox Company ...........................0.0 ....00... ............. $10,863.00
Grader Bid............$12,100.00
Sales Tax.... . . ... . ..._ _
$12,463.00
Less allowance for used grader... ... . 1.600.00
Columbia Equipment Company........... .... .... .. .. .. . ....... .. . ... ..... 12,203.19
Grader Bid.. ..... ... .. 13,323.00
Sales Tax 380.19
13,703.19
Less allowance for used grader..... 1.500.00
Feenaughty Machinery Company.. ..... . ........ $10,323.78
Grader Bid.. .. ..... 10,826.00 -
Sales
0,826.00 -Sales Tax.......... 32 ..75
11,150.73
Less allowance for used grader.... . 827.00
Western Tractor & Equipment Company...0000... .. . . . . . . .. .......... . .. 11,473.81
Grader Bid. ... ... ..... 12,595.93
Sales Tax.. .. .. ... . ... 377.87
12,973.81
Less allowance for used grader 100, 00
Pacific Hoist & Derrick Company ........ . .. .. ....... ... ... . .. ....... 11,451.00
Grader Bid ........... 112700.00
Sales Tax ... . ......,s _- 1 e00
12,051.00
Less allowance for used grader 0000. 600.00
Howard Cooper Corporation 11,654.42
Grader Bid .......0.. . 13,014.00
Sales Tax..... .. . .... 390.42
13,404.42
Less allowance for used grader 1 7�, 50.00
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hagen, that the bids be referred to the Councilmen
as a whole, the City Engineer & Superintendent of Utilities. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: HICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAUNENTI, BRUCE, F'REYM)'IST, HANSEN, HAGEN$ TRIMM,
REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Councilman Richardson stated that the Council as a whole had considered all of the
bids thoroughly, taking into consideration all details and after several ballots
had come to the conclusion that the Council's recommendation would be the "majority
of the Council recommended accepting the A.H. Cox Company bid for $12,100.00, plus
sales tax of $363.00, making a total of Hy12,463.00 less allowance for Rentonts used
grader of $1,600.00 or a net total cost of the grader of $10,863.00.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hagen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Councilmen. Carried.
The A. H. Cox Company representative thanked the Councilmen for their acceptance
of the A.H. Cox Company bid.
A communication was read from Eva J. Petersen, Secretary of the Renton Hill
Uo,rmunity Club thanking the Council members for their splendid cooperation and
consideration in the matter of interceding with the County Commissioners, in their
behalf, in getting repair work done on the Renton Hill roads.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication be placed on file for future reference.
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A communication was read from Mrs. Irvin E. Clayton, Educational Chairman, Penton
Branch of the American Cancer Society, requesting permission to hold their annual
TAG DAY Friday, April 28, 1950. Owing to the fact there was no Council meeting
after receipt of the letter and before the prescribed day, the Mayor had granted
the request. The communication was ordered filed.
A bullet; from the Association of Washington Cities, dated April 25, was read
stating that the 16th Annual Convention of the Association of Washington Cities
would be held June 16, and 17 in Walla Walla. Preservations are to be made direct to
Mr. C. W. Martin, Commissioner of Streets & Public Improvement, City Nall, Walla
Walla. Early requests will be given priority at the Marcus Whitman Hotel.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Mayor, members of the Council,
Officials or Department heads that can go be allowed their expenses. Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the Mayor and President of the Council be
appointed as Official Delegates, with one alternate. Carried.
A petition was read from property owners on Main Street between 2nd Avenue and Cedar
River protesting conditions of the street. They requested consideration of their
complaint that -the street had sunken in spots and needed to be repaired. Moved by
Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that this matter be referred to the Superintendent
of Utilities and Street & Alley Committee for investigation and to report back.
Carried.
Councilman Swift of the Street & Alley Committee stated that they had investigated
this spot last year and found that they could use a mud jack, but didn't know just
how far they would have to go to remedy this condition.
A petition for the vacating of an additional alley in Block 18, Renton Highlands
Addition, signed by 15 property owners was read. Moved by Delaurenti; seconded by
Trimm, that this be referred to the Real Property Committee, City Engineer, Supt.
of Utilities and a member of the Mayor's Disposition Corini�tee, in conjunction with
other petitions for vacating of other alleys in this district. Carried.
The City Clerk is to have a notice published notifying Highlands residents of this
... meeting on Saturday morning at 10:00 o'clock in the Council Chambers, so they may
be present.
A voucher covering Sanitary Inspection Service rendered to the City of Renton during
the month of April 1950 in the amount of $175.00 from King County Health Department,
708 County City Building, Seattle was read. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini,
that this matter be referred to the Finance Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication from the Planning Commission stating that the property at 2nd and
Logan, owned by Angelo Phillips is being used contrary to original recomiendations
as a DRIVE-IN eating establishment, and recommended to the City Council that unless
and/or operators of said establishment comply with the content of their restrictions
that there be no DRIVE•-IN facilities for this property, their non—conformants permit
should be cancelled. In the April 4th minutes they were granted permission to pave
lots with no restrictions, and they feel that this should not include permission
for use as a DRIVF,-IN.
Councilman Richardson stated that DRIVE—IN use is in violation of their permit.
Councilman 'Camborini requested that all such places in Renton be investigated. Moved
by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that this matter be referred to the Building Inspector
for investigation and report back to the council. Carried.
A communication from the Planning Commission was read recommending that the City
Council act favorably on the petitions of Otto Sundholm and Stan Kaczmarek for
rezoning their property from residential to commercial and further recomiended rezoning
all property from a point at 3rd Avenue & Rainier to Tobin Avenue on the east side
of the Highway to a depth of approximately 200 feet. They further recommended
restrictions be placed on the property requiring all buildings to be erected shall
be 20 feet back from the highway.
Councilman -Swift asked for information as to why the whole area to the City limits
was not included in the rezoning. Moved by Gigli, seconded by Swift, that the
Council concur in the recommendation of the Planning Commission, but that the
Planning Commission be contacted to see why they didn't include the whole area.
Carried.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the date of May 23rd be set for
the public hearing on the rezoning of the property owned by Stan Kaczmarek & Otto
Sundholm, as petitioned. Carried.
City Clerk Crook stated that Mr. Swanson had reported verbally on the Weiding
petition for rezoning and that as long as Mr. Weiding had been notified that his
property had been approved for rezoning that the Council wait until the end of the
week for remainder of the petitions covering the balance of the property to be re-
zoned as requested by the Planning Commission.
A communication was read from Mayor Joe R. Baxter appointing Pat Walsh as fireman
upon the' recommnendation of Fire Chief Lawrence, effective immediately. Mr. "Walsh
has served his apprenticeship satisfactorily. Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce
that the Council concur in the appointment of the Mayor. Carried.
A communication was read from George H. Pasco, Chairman of the Police Department
Civil Service Commission stating that Ted Johnson, William Frazee, Norman Gumser,
Jack Brattus, Kenneth Furseth and F.L. Allingham had passed the Sergeant's
examination on April 29, 1950.
Councilman Tamborini, stated that these men will compose the Civil Service register
for eligible sergeants for appointment. One man to be appointed as soon as feasible.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication to be placed on file.
A communication was read from George H. Pasco, Chairman of the Civil Service
Commission regarding holidays for the Police Department. Police Officers are to
work all holidays with authority of the Chief of Police to extend time off for the
holidays worked. The following holidays are recognized by the City of Renton.
January lst, February 22nd, Memorial Day, July 4.th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and
Christmas.
Police Chief Stewart stated that this plan is workable in his department.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Civil Service Commission regarding holidays for the Police Force.
Carried.
City Attorney Haugan stated that the Gi.vil Service employees, Policemen and
Firemen, are included under the City's Ordinance No. 1377 regarding holidays and
vacations for city employees.
A communication was read from Mrs. May E. Johnson, Secretary of the Renton Scenic
_Hill Community Club requesting the Council consider necessary action to clarify
an existing discrepancy existing, in that two distinctly separate localities
within and near the City are known as Renton Hill.They request that the hill on
the South of Renton, including Mills, Cedar, Renton, Grant, Nigh & Jones Street
be renamed SCENIC HILL and the other area, boundaries unknown, be known as
RENTON HILL . This has been confusing as visitors are sometimes directed to the
wrong locality by unknowing citizens. There are two signs, one block apart, one
reads Renton Avenue and the other Renton Street. They believe Renton Street is
correct as the Avenues are numbered and runs east and west. They further stated
that although the Council has no control over the area, the Seattle pipe line
right-of-way (Beacon Street) from Mills to High Street is unsightly, that Seattle
officials have made no effort in the past several years to remedy this situation,
a few hours work with a road grader to destroy the weeds, bushes, and level the
ground would improve the appearance of this section.
Mayor Baxter suggested signs (as the neon signs that appear just outside Columbia
City, directing traffic or people to the shopping area) be placed in the various
district around Renton as Renton Scenic Hill, City of Penton and Renton Highlands,
etc.
Moved by Feid, seconded by Richardson, that this matter be turned over to the
Street & Alley Committee and the matter of signs at these certain ]ovations and
district be included in the motion. Carried.
Mayor Baxter asked City Engineer McHugh what action had been taken regarding the
proposed road to connect with the Ethier Road on Fentcn Scenic Hill.
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City Engineer McHugh stated that they had received no answers from the County
Officials regarding inquiries about constructing a road in this area, but that they
had made preliminary approaches where there was only a 10% grade. They were waiting for
cooperation and an answer from the County Engineer's office.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the City Clerk write a letter to the
County Commissioners from the Mayor ( a copy to be mailed to the County Engineer) ,
requesting action on this proposed road to connect to the Ethier road on Renton
Scenic Hill. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that the Street Fund was being charged for work, over and above
what the budget allowed for the construction of a newbuilding to shelter equipment
also repair work at the City C:a.rage (That this work required the services of two painters
and two carpenters and that the budget was set up for just one painter and one carpenter.
At the rate of expenditure, the budget would be exhausted by dune; expenditures include
both labor and materials)
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this be referred to the City ,'attorney
and City Clerk to contact the State Auditor and report back at the next meeting.
Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that L.I.D. #215 for the paving of Wells between 3rd and
4th Avenue in 1946 called for the City to pay 25% of the cost of the improvement. In
the minutes the improvement amounted to $'10,282.00 and to the present time no
allowance of funds for this participation by the City had been transferred to this
L.I.D. to take care of this expense. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that
the City Attorney and City Attorney and City Treasurer prepare a Resolution of
Intention for transferring money to L.I.D. #215 to pay for the City's Share of this
improvement. Carried.
City Attorney Haugan stated that he would like to check to see if it wouldn't be
necessary to set up an Ordinance as well as a Resolution of Intention to take care of
this transfer of funds.
Councilman Richardson requested information from the City Attorney as to the legality
of the Council holding only two meetings a month on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, of
each month during the period of daylight savings time. City Attorney Haugan requested
permission to check into the legality of this question. Moved by Richardson,
seconded by Tamborini, that this question be referred to the City Attorney and
Legislative Committee and report back to the Council. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that Mr. O.K. Cochran had contacted him regarding the parking
area- behind the Cochran and Magnussen stores to see if the City would be interested
in having part of this lot turned over to them on a lease basis, for $1.00 per year,
and further stated that the City could lease or buy the 50 foot piece of Rosa property
that now is part of the parking lot, to convert to a parking lot for the City and that
the City maintain said parking lot.
Councilman Richardson stated that he did not believe, under Washington State Statutes,
Renton could use-the parking lot as a business proposition. Councilman Tamborini,
suggested that this matter be turned over to the Association of Washington Cities as
a subject for their convention in Walla Walla on June 16th to 17th.
As the Mayor had received a card inquiry from the Association of Washington Cities
requesting him to list any subjects they wished discussed at the Association Conven—
tion at Walla Walla, it was recommended by Councilman Reid that the subject of
"requesting the Legislature to pass an Enabling Act giving cities of 2nd and 3rd and
4th Class, authority to establish off—street parking lots, the privilege of charg—
ing for parking at same and control over said parking", be furnished the Association.
The Mayor volunteered to mail the card with the above request to the Association of
Washington Cities Program Committee.
Councilman Swift asked the Engineering Department to furnish an estimate on oiling
Houser Way from Mill Street to Bronson Way north. The City Engineer will furnish the
Council with this estimate.
Superintendent of Utilities Waller requested permission f om the Council to purchase
a pipe machine for the immediate needs of the Water Department at an estimated cost
under $500.00. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by n.eid, that the Council purchase this
pipe machine at a cost under ?500.00. Carried.
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Moved by Hansen, seconded by Tamborini, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
CURRENT
Peoples Nat'l Bank Withholding tax $1522,80 7318
John C. Becklund Dog Pound Expense 64.00 19
Clarke Bros. Motor Co. P.D. Expense 21.63 20
Fire Engineering F.D. It 5.00 21
Municipal Finance Officers City Clerk's Expense 10.00 22
Paulson Office Supply Stationery 2.78 23 Now
Reid & Cook Expense 40.13 24
Pacific Tel. & Tel. Co. Seattle Phone 73.05 25
Payroll Engineers 670.70 26-30
Payroll Office 1097.91 31-44
Payroll F.D. 2603.45 45-65
Payroll P.D. 3171.41 66-91
Owl Cafe Jail meals 148.20 92
Payroll St. Cleaning 363.74 93-97
Payroll Garbage 708.45 98-7404
Ted.Johnson P.D. Expense 7.40 7405
Statewide Employees Pension Pension 3365.57 6
WATT
National Bank of Wash. Withholding Tax 211.40 7891
Payroll Office 234.65 2-95
Tax Commission Excise Tax 445.91 6
Payroll Water 951.76 7-7906
CJ= STREETS
Peoples Nat. Bank of Wash Withholding Tax 322.20 5474
Reid & Cook Expense 82.17 5
Standard Gil Co. of Calif. Gasoline 563.77 6
Payroll office 263.70 7-80
Payroll City Streets 2082.10 1-5502
s2m DISPOSAL
Peoples Nat. Bank of Wash Withholding Tax 92.90 1810
Payroll Sewer Disposal 510.03 11-15
Payroll Office 173.00 16-20
Puget Sound Power & L.Co. Power 186.03 21
Payroll Extra Labor 166.67 22-24
THS, LETIC
Peoples Nat. Bank of Wash. Withholding tax 56.40 499
Payroll Athletic 175.77 500-1
LIB
Peoples Nat. Bank of Wash.
Widing Tax 82.00 2063
The R.S. & S. Co., Inc. Books 196.04 4
The Caxton Printers$ Ltd. Book 2.00 6
Diesel Oil Sales Co. Expense 11.
Doubleday & Co. Books 16.922
7
Gaylord Bros.p Inc. Supplies 174.39 8
The MacMillan Co. Books 9.48 9
Oceana Publications Books 4.00 70
Puget Sound News Co. "' 293.52 1
P.S. P. & Light Co. Power 16.63 2
Reid & Cook Expense 4.64 3
Scarsdale Press Books 3.33 4
Thomas Publishing Co. " 15.34 5
Peoples Nat. Bank of Wash Withholding Tax 74.10 1333
Gene L. Coulon Expense 44.49 4 j
Payroll Park 580.17 5-40
AIRG873
Peoples Nat. Bank of Wash. Withholding Tax 75.50
Airport 530.05 14,.77
Payroll FIFFIM I PENSIGN FUND
Mrs. Enza Anderson Pension 125.00 25
Mrs. Orpha McDonald Pension 125.00 26
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardsonp that the meeting be adjourned. The
meeting adjourned at 11:45, P.M.
`R City IT
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Mayor.
Renton, Washington
May 9, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAUFFNTI, BRUCE, FR.EYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Officials and department heads present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan: Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; -City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Engineer, B. M. McHugh,
Superintendent of Utilities, S. R. Valler; Airport Manager, Ned Stokes; Park Supt.,
Gene Coulon; Bldg. Inspector, Walter Will and Asst. Engineer, James Highton.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of May 2nd be accepted
as written. Carried.
Mayor Baxter asked City Engineer McHugh for a report on oiling of roads in Maple—
wood addition.
Cit Engineer McHugh stated that with an L.I.D., the cost would be approximately
257a front foot or 50¢ a lineal foot (36' width for the property owners on each
side of the Street) If this was to be covered by an L.I.D., which would necessitate
publishing and buying two kinds of oil, plus the stone cover, with the City furnish—
ing the scarifying, grading and spreading of the cover stone, the cost figured
about 30 per front foot for each property owner.
Mr. Erickson, representing some of the property owners in Maplewood, requested
that the Council prepare a petition to have the people sign, without an L.I.D.,
and further requested that this petition should show the estimated cost to the
property owners, also the City's portion of expense.
The City Engineer explained that this petition would have to include a pledge by
these people that the monies for the payment of the oiling of the roads in Maple-
wood would be forthcoming.
The City Engineer informed the Maplewood representative that 100% of the residents
would have to sign the petition and pledge before authority was granted to have
these roads oiled and 50% or more of the residents would have to sign the petition
to form an L.I.D., to make said improvement.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the City Engineer draft the necessary
papers for a petition requesting the City to oil the Maplewood Streets by pledged
contributions from the property owners or the formation of an L.I.D. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that it had been the practice of the City in the past
to furnish the labor as far as scarifying, grading and spreading of coverstone for
street oiling and that in his opinion the City should continue to furnish this
service to all parts of Renton requesting same.
Mayor Baxter asked for a report on the meeting that was held Saturday morning,
May 6th on vacating of the Highlands Alleys that had been turned over to a Committee.
Chairman Bruce of the Real Property Committee reported that he and several other
councilmen held a hearing in the Council Chambers together with Messrs. Wm. V. Cowan
and Max Clarke of the Mayor's Disposition Committee who had originally assisted in
platting the Highlands Alleys, and reported their recommendation that the alleys
should not be vacated at the present time but that the property owners adjacent to
same be allowed to use the alleys. Any buildings on said alleys to be of a
temporary nature and that the City retain the right to use the alley for any
utility. The recommendation being that the property owners, as above referred to,
be granted the right to temporary use of the alleys adjacent to their property in blocks
that petitions have been received by the Council for alley vacations and not for the
entire district.
Mayor Baxter asked for the clarification, if this was to mean the closing of the
alley to any traffic through the alley.
Councilman Richardson stated that there was a gentleman present whose home was in
the middle of the block in Block 20, who was at their meeting on Saturday morning
and that he had gone to the expense of building a garage under his house and this
would jeopardize this man his right to entrance or exit from his garage, that when
this lot was purchased the alley had been dedicated to the use of the property
owners adjacent and to the public.
Councilman Bruce stated that the recommendation had been made because the committee
felt that the majority of the property owners adjacent to the areas in question,
desired the recommendation as submitted by the committee.
Mr. Steepy stated that should the areas be closed, it would block the entrance
and exit to the playfield areas dedicated for public use.
Councilman Bruce stated that a legal entrance would be provided for said playfield NJ I
areas.
Mr. Steepy asked what percentage of signatures of property owners was required to
vacate an alley, that he had been informed that it would require 909 .
Councilman Bruce stated that it was necessary to have only 60% of the signatures
of property owners in order to call for a public hearing on the vacation of an alley.
A lady in the audience asked what percentage of signatures of property owners was
necessary on a petition in order for the Council to legally vacate said alley.
City Engineer McHugh stated that these alleys were dedicated to the public forever
and the request of only one property owner could keep the alley open.
Councilman Richardson asked that City Attorney Haugan check the records before any
definite action is taken on a decision, to see how the Government Contract to the
property owners or a dedication of streets and alleys to the City and the public
reads.
City Attorney Haugan stated that he would check the records to see how the Govern-
ment papers read and also check the legality of the Real Property Committee's re-
commendation.
Councilman Tamborini stated in his opinion that if the property owners did not want
the alleys improve, they could be left as they are with no permanent structures
being erected and the people could get into their homes as they are doing now.
Councilman Reid stated that this was a complicated problem, some of the property
owners not having access to their homes through the alleys and others being
bothered by the alleys being too close to their homes, and further stated that he
had conferred with the City Engineer regarding the alley in Block 20 and had dis-
cussed a plan by which the route of the said alley would be more satisfactory to
the property owners and would still serve more efficiently as a public alley.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the matter of vacating these alleys
be referred to the City Attorney to give his interpretation of the Government's
requirements and the legality of vacating any of said alleys. This interpretation
is to be presented at the next Council meeting, Tuesday, May 14th. Carried.
A lady in the audience asked if this same procedure would apply to all of the
alleys.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that as soon as the Council received the City
Attorney's interpretation regarding said alleys, that the same would be publicized.
A communication was read from J. C. Lund, Administrator of the Renton Hospital
stating that he had conferred with the City Engineer and Councilman Reid about the
installation of two large street lights at each entrance to the hospital and that
he had been informed by the City Engineer and Councilman Reid that something could
be done. Mr. Lund requested Council action on the problem as quickly as possible.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trim, that this be referred to- the Fire Light and
Water Committee for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Sgt. Frank Hughes, Chairman of the GREATER RENTON
DAYS, of Benton Aerie No. 1722, Fraternal Order of Eagles requesting permission
for the GREATER RENTON DAYS Committee of the Renton Eagles to raffle an automobile,
in order to finance the celebration, scheduled for August, 1$, 19 and 20 of 1950.
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All profits in excess of the cost of financing the event to be donated to the
Youth Guidance Program of Greater Renton. The tickets to entitle the purchaser
to attend all festivities of the Greater Renton Days and it is anticipated the
tickets will sell for $1.00 each.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Bruce, that the City Clerk notify this committee
that application for a license is to be made through the City Clerk to the City
Council,
seconded by Hansen
Council man Tamborini/amended the motion (for clarification) that this be re—
ferred to the Police & License Committee with power to act.
A communication was read from W, H. Will, Building Inspector and Fire Chief
Lawrence of the City of Renton recommending that an Ordinance be drawn up amending
Ordinance #531, creating fire zones, to include all the Commercial and Industrial
areas in the City in fire zones, to conform with the requirements of the building
code.
Building Inspector Will- stated that this was merely an extension and widening
of the City of Renton's fire zone.
Moved by Tamborini, that the communication be turned over to the Fire Chief and
Fire Light and Water Committee to submit suggestions for bringing this Ordinance
up to standards as outlined by the Building Code,
Councilman Richardson stated that the Advisory Committee, in cooperation with
the Building Inspector and Fire Chief should give this information in the form
of a recommendation to the Ordinance Committee and they would prepare an
Ordinance as per the recommendation.
Building Inspector Wills stated that as property is rezoned from residential
to commercial it should be included in the commercial fire zone in order that
the Building Inspector could determine what type of building should be constructed.
Councilman Tamborini withdrew his original motion and moved that this communi—
cation be turned over to the proper committee, to be appointed by Mayor Baxter,
together with Building Inspector Wills. The motion was seconded by Hansen.
Carried.
Action on the above problem is not intended to include buildings being built
now or already constructed.
Councilman Bruce reported on the Gustine property by Cedar River near the Logan
Street bridge stating that he and Councilman Freyman had investigated and found
that the road would not be practical unless it could be dedicated to the public
and kept open from Williams Street to Logan Street and that this road is now
on private property, owned partly by the American Legion, the property that
Mr. Gustine is holding, Commercial Waterway District. #2 and the Northern Pacific
Railway Company.
Councilman Bruce stated that itis the recommendation of the Real Property
Committee that the proposed 4th Avenue north extension from Burnett Street north
over the Northern Pacific Railway to Logan Street north be planned and studied
vigorously, and when and if same was constructed, the road along the south side
of Cedar River from Williams Street to Logan Street would not be necessary.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that he thought the Council should concur in the
recommendation of the Real Property Committee as the American Legion might at
sometime in the near future decide to use their portion of the property now being
used as a road, for other purposes.
City Attorney Haugan stated that if a road has been in use 7 years and is the
only means of access, it cannot be closed to the public.
Councilman Richardson stated that this road had lots of traffic and he didn't
think the Council should deprive the public of its use.
. City Attorney Haugan stated that he had talked to Mr. Gustine several months
ago and at that time he was willing to sell a part of this property to the
City of Renton, and a part to Mr. Thomas of the Thomas Ai4to Rebuild, who is
interested in purchasing part of the property.
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Gouncilman Bruce stated that there was a vacant lot between the Thomas Auto Re-
build and Mr. Gustine's property and further suggested that this be left in the
hands of the Real Property Committee to negotiate with Mr. Gustine.
Moved by Reid.. seconded by Richardsons that the Real Property Committee, City
Attorney and City Engineer investigate further into this property as to the price,
conferring with the Commercial Waterway District, American Legion, the Northern
Pacific Railway Company and Mr. Gustine and come back to the next Council meeting
with a recommendation. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that the minimum space required would be a 20' strip.
The City Ordinance requires a 60' right--of-way when platting new streets, but
this does not have to be a completed road this width.
Mr. John Dobson spoke in behalf of Mr. Hanniff, owner of the Maplewood Water
System, stating that the Health Department had condemned the water supply south
of the highway and to improve this condition it is required to put in line
improvements. He requested that the Council refer this problem to a committee re-
lative to a Franchise to take care of this improvement. Part of the improvements
will be inside the City limits and part will, be outside of the City limits. It
will be unnecessary to issue a Franchise for the portion outside of the City
limits.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the proper
committee (committee to be appointed by the Mayor) and the City Attorney for in-
vestigation and to meet with Mr. Dobson. Carried.
Mr. F. F. Allen reported that he had had some trouble with a deluge of water in
the back of hisP lace and on erroneous advice of the Water Department had paid
to have this condition corrected and had expended the following amounts which
should be a part of the Water Department's responsibility: Labor.. $12.00; tile.,
$11.89 and gravel.. $2.70, a total cost of $26.59 and he requested that the City of
Renton reimburse him for the above expenditure. Mr. Allen stated that he had con-
tacted the Water Department and secured their approval before making the above
expenditure.
Moved by Richardsons seconded by Delaurenti, that the above problem be referred
to the City Attorney' Superintendent of Utilities and the Finance & Claims
Committee with power to act. Carried.
Mr. Waller explained that this was a very stubborn problem in that there were
quite a few springs in this vicinity and the water was leaking above the old main
and it was impossible to judge the exact source of the flow of water.
Councilman Reid stated that this main was the old conduit pipe and that since the
new transite pipe had been laid there were fewer leaks and recommended that action
be taken in regards to replacing theiest of the old pipe in conjunction with the
continuation of the new pipe.
Mayor Baxter asked for a report from the Building Inspector on the matter of off-
street parking on the corner of 2nd and Logan.
Building Inspector Wills reported that he had investigated the situation and
found that at the present time cars were driving over the sidewalk and further
stated that he had contacted Mr. Phillips with regard to the minutes of May 2nd
whereby it was reported that cars were driving over the sidewalks and he had been
issued only a non-conformants permits.
Mr. Jones, proprietor of the Sugar Bowl, asked that the communication to Mr.
Phillips be read before the Council as he could not see that they had violated
any Ordinance as they had not broken any curbs on 2nd Avenue., and further stated
that because they were prohibited from parking on 2nd Avenue is why they paved
the lot for use and to keep it clean.
City Clerk Wiley Crook read W.H. Will., Building Inspector's letter to Mr. A.
Phillips.
Mr. Jones stated that as long as his place of business was the only place on
2nd Avenue that parking was not alloared: he considered that he was being dis-
criminated against.
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Councilman Davidson stated that he considered this drive—in a definite hazard
as far as the children walking down this street was concerned, and they should
not condone driving across this sidewalk area.
City Attorney Haugan stated that by driving across the sidewalk you drive
across the curb, which is legally construed as "breaking of the curb."
Councilman Bruce stated that he and Councilman Freyman had inspected this
location and found that school cars and school busses were parked on both sides
of 2nd Avenue across and in front of the High school and stated that the Council
should enforce all Ordinances governing passage over walks and curbs over the
entire City.
Councilman Bruce then inquired if there were sufficient room to turn a car around
in the back of the "Sugar Bowl" and drive out forward. Mr. Jones stated that it
was not possible to drive through in back of his building and drive out on
Logan, or to go in on Logan and out on 2nd Avenue, but that cars could drive
into the marked stalls and by backing up, could drive back out on 2nd Avenue
forward.
Councilman Richardson stated that if Mr. Jones had applied for a driveway permit,
the City could not have refused him a driveway.
Building Inspector Will stated that Ordinance #1164, Section 51 under residential
Zone, stated where you may have off—street parking. That Resolution #577 states
that if a driveway is 50 back from an intersection of the sidewalks, that each
Street frontage may have a driveway up to 40% of the frontave, not less than
121 on each driveway and not to exceed 201 on each driveway. His interpretation
of a non—c:onformants permit was a permit given in a residential district for
places such as schools, churches, playgrounds, etc.
Councilman Tamborini recommended that Mr. Jones apply for a driveway permit
Wednesday morning.
Mr. Jones asked for a definite answer as to how much driveway he would actually
be allowed.
Building Inspector Will stated that Mr. Jones would be allowed 40% of the area
facing the street.
Building Inspector stated there were other places where cars were driving over
surbs for a drivein.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
A petition for the vacating of Block 21, Renton Highlands Addition was read,
signed by 12 property owners.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Trimm, that this be referred to the Real
Property Committee, City Engineer, Superintendent of Utilities and members of
the Mayorts Disposition Committee, Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that he would like to meet with this committee.
A communication was read from Lon Tackett, Park Board Chairman, requesting the
Mayor and the City Council to consider the plans, specifications and estimates
as presented with the letter, for the proposed Liberty Park fence and backstop
for the baseball diamond and a fence for Mother's Park and requested that a
call for bids be published as soon as possible.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the plans, specifications and
estimates be referred to the Real Property Committee to check and if they were
in order, the Committee be given power to call for bids or to come back next
Tuesday with their recommendation on the question.
Chairman Tackett of the Park Board stated that the Park Board would like to
have the plans approved and a call for bids be published this week so they could
have the backstop installed before the basebalWason is too far along.
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Councilman Tamborini stated that although he understood they needed this back—
stop in a hurry, he would not be able to vote without further investigation on
the question.
Councilman Richardson moved to amend the motion giving the Committee power to
act and to publish a call for bids immediately. The amendment was seconded by
Hansen. The amendment carried, and the original motion carried.
A communication was read from City Engineer McHugh regarding the proposed improve—
ment of the south side of Third Avenue from Rainier Avenue to Shattuck Street and
the west side of Shattuck Street from Third Avenue to a point 120 feet south of
said Third Avenue by constructing curbs and sidewalks, that he noticed a drainage
problem that would add considerable to the cost and should be taken care of before
curbs and walks are placed. The flat grade at the proposed location of improve—
ment would cause water to stand along the curb unless inlets, catch basins and
drain pipes are provided. The total cost would be approximately fourteen hundred
dollars. He asked from what source the financing of this expense would come or if
the drainage expense should be included in an L.I.D., and further stated that a
public hearing should be started anew, due to the fact that all the data for an
L.I.D., had not been secured and that the "Notice of Public Hearing"s as provided
by law, had not been published.
City Clerk Crook stated that June 20th would be a satisfactory date if no
additional time was needed on the drainage problem.
Councilman Richardson stated that this situation of drainage should be investi—
gated before sidewalks were put in.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the date of June 20th be set for
the hearing on the improvement of Block 172 Renton Highlands Addition. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the drainage problem on Third Avenue
from Rainier Avenue to Shattuck Street be referred to the City Engineer and
Street & Alley Committee for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from B. M. McHugh, City Engineer giving an estimate on
the oiling of Houser Way from Mill Street to Bronson Way North. The oil for the
,above job will cost from $550.00 to $725.00, depending on the grade of oil used
for the prime coat, after breaking and grading. The coverstone will cost $225.00,
labor $450.00 and machinery usage $250.00 from the Street Department, a total cost
of $1650.00. He also presented an alternate of a 2" black—top mat to cost about
$7500.00.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Ways & Means Committee and Street
and Alley Committee check into this oiling of Houser Way from Mills Street to
Bronson Way north and report back in regard to financing. Carried.
A request for permission to install a "Speed Bowler" in the Alki Tavern was read,
signed by T. W. Jenkins for Ticknor Jenkins.
An application for approval to install a "Shufflela.ne" in the Rondeevoo Tavern
was read, signed by Marie Mezere.
Applications were read from J. L. Schmidt, Mgr. of E1 Johnsonts Food Specialties
(811 7th Avenue, Seattle) and from George Martin, Partner of Farwest Enterprises
(3217 Western Avenue, Seattle) for an operator's punchboard license for the City of
Renton, and agreed to abide by the rules and regulations of Ordinance #1375.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that these applications be referred to
the Police and License Committee with power to act. Carried.
The Ordinance committee stated that Ordinance #1375 will be in Erfect the 18th
of May and according to the Ordinance boards purchased after that date must have „,—
stamps.
The Ordinance Committee recommended that July 1st be set as the date after which
all punchboards must have stamps as per Ordinance #1375.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Councilman Richardson, stated that he, Councilmen Davidson, Hagen, Delaurenti,
Reid and Hansen had met with the Talbot Hill people on Thursday eveniig and they
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had brought up the issue of a bad water line on 96th Street. Asst. Engineer Highton
explained that this was between 150th and 152nd about two—thirds of the way down
the hill from the store and that the line served two houses. The line was leaking
beyond the meters and the city's water was being wasted before it reached the meter.
Councilman Reid suggested that the meter be moved out to the Main Line.
Councilman Richardson asked if the line that ran west on 96th, then north on 157th
wasn't supposed to be master metered at the road in front of the reservoir? City
Engineer McHugh stated that these meters were read where it comes off the main, and
the itger twi were read from the houses.
«•• Councilman Tamborini stated that they should be notified, if they don't repair the
line the Water Department will cut off their water.
City Attorney Haugan stated that the relater Ordinance provides to the effect that if
they don't keep up the line, the water could be shut off.
Councilman Reid suggested that if this line is not repaired that a master meter be
put in by the main.
Superintendent of Utilities Waller stated that he would notify the parties concerned
to repair this leak or their water would be cut off.
Floyd Shaff of the Water Department stated that they could be given 30 days notice
and if the line was not repaired, the water could be shut off, according to City
Ordinance.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Park Board be authorized to call for
bids as per their previous request. Carried.
Park Superintendent Coulon stated that the bids were outlined in three sections
with an alternate bid. Section I. Liberty Park Fence, $!,1~20.00 Section II, Mothers
Park Fence, $1750.00, Section III, Liberty Park Backstop, $2000.00 and Section IV,
Alternate specifications to bid on.
Superintendent of Utilities Waller reported that the cost of tap--cards were $25.00
in the City of Renton and stated that the actual cost was higher than this at the
present time and suggested that either a flat rate or material and labor cost be
charged for this additional expense to the City.
Mr. Erickson of Maplewood stated that the City of Seattle's flat rate was $35.00
Mayor Baxter stated he would like to meet with the Street & Alley Committee and
the Water Committee to see what they want to do about these meters.
Councilman Richardson stated that action had already been taken for the Highlands
and they were to have these meters free of charge. Councilman Bruce stated as long
as the people had received the meters free previously to this time, it was not
fair to charge the people now.
Councilman Tamborini suggested that the Superintendent of Utilities be instructed
to install the meters FREE OF CHARGE. No action taken.
Councilman Reid stated that his committee recorunended that a light, reflectors and
a bulkhead be put in on Whitworth Street. Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce,
that the Council concur in the recommendation of the Fire, Light and Water Committee.
Carried.
The Fire Light & Water Committee recommended that the incandescent lights from Morris
Street on 3rd Avenue be moved to Rainier Avenue from 3rd Avenue to Airport Way and
the new mercury lights be installed on 3rd Avenue from Morris Street to Rainier
Avenue. The estimated cost to be approximately $1215.15, including using the two re—
lays now in the City Garage. All items to be purchased separately at a cost of
less than $500.00 each.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the reconrsendation
of the Fire, Light & Water Committee, Carried.
Councilman Richardson asked for the Legislative Committee and the Attorney's report
on the matter of the Council meeting on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month and
recessing the 1st meeting until the 3rd Tuesday's meeting.
City Attorney Haugan stated that as long as there were two meetings a month it was
legal, although the Ordinance called for a meeting each Tuesday night. He stated
that by motion or by amendment to the Ordinance, this could be changed.
Councilman Freyman and Delaurenti and Mayor Baxter stated that there was too much
work to be accomplished with too little time, to hold only two meetings a month.
No action taken.
In regard to the statement by some of the Councilmen that the new grader ordered
did not entirely meet the specifications as called for in the bid, City Attorney
Haugan stated that in his opinion, unless the material specifications were not
complied with, the purchase was legal.
Mr. Waller stated that A.H. Cox had demonstrated a grader in February. City -Y►
Attorney Haugan stated the City might be liable for a suit if they did not take
this grader, as previously ordered by the Council on a charge of "Breach of Contract".
Councilman Richardson stated that he had talked to the Feenaughty representative
and although he was the lowest bidder and sorry not to have had his bid accepted,
he felt no ill will about the awarding of the contract for a grader.
A communication was read from George G. Pasco, President of the Civil Service
Commission stating there is a vacancy in the office of Sergeant in the Police
Department by reason of the retirement of Mr. Dave Reid, and certified the name
of Ted Johnson being next in line on the register, has been notified of this
vacancy and will accept when appointment is made by the Mayor.
The Mayor is to check to see if Mr. Johnson is first on the register and also if
the Police Department needs to fill the vacancy.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that the cost of tap installations in the
Water Department be referred to the Fire, Light & Water Committee and Superintendent
of Utilities for their recommendation and a report back. Carried.
City Engineer McHugh answered Councilman Delaurentits inquiry as to progress on the
4th Avenue North extension stating they had not heard anything from the Northern
Pacific Railway Company recently.
Mayor Baxter asked the City Engineer to write a letter to the Northern Pacific
Railway to see what was delaying information on this subject.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:45 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
May 16, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.,
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE, HANSEN, HAGEN, TP.INIM, R.EID, GIGLI,
DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Officials and department heads present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan, Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart, Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence, City Clerk, Wiley Crook, City
Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett, City Engineer, B. M. McHugh, Superintendent of Utilities,
S. R. Waller, Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon, Building Inspector, Walter Will and
Assistant Engineer, James Highton.
Councilman Bruce stated that Mr. Cowan and Mr. Max Clarke of the Mayor's Disposition
Committee had attended the hearing in regard to the vacation of alleys in the High-
lands and requested that Mr. Cowan's name be substituted for G. W. Beanblossom's
in the minutes of May 9th. Als, that in paragraph 15, the sentence be corrected to
read "there was a gentlemen present who lived in the middle of the block in block 20."
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of May 9th be accepted as
corrected. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FO B LING PERMITS AS ,SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPART
NO, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF wopz
1816 $100.00 Harvey Delaurenti 201 Tobin Wire house
17 200.00 John P. Willenborg 2101 6th Place Install basement wiring
18 704.00 Charles Zevart 508 Windsor Place Erect rockwall
19 1800.00 Motor Mart 13665 Rainier Ave, Add, to garage
20 850.00 R. Azzaro 504 Smithers Install oill tank
21 100,00 S. J. Ristesund 2nd & Whitworth Erect fence
22 100.00 Marvin Healey 2414 5th Ave. No. Erect fence
23 200.00 Andrew Zappalo 2015 7th Ave. No. Construct driveway
24 500.00 H. W. Henry 2428 6th Ave. No, Construct "
25 100,00 K.L, Degeberg 704 A. Street Install window
,.Nm 26 100.00 Louis Delaurenti 243 N. Williams Repair steps
27 W. T. Avery 936 L. Street Plumbing
28 100.00 Mrs. Annie Jones 139 Burnett Demolish residence
29 275.00 Lee Ward 913 5th Ave. Erect garage
30 100,00 E. J, Souder 2204 9th Place Erect fence
31 100.00 Fred Hartley 701 High Street Install roof
32 100.00 State Patrol Office 323 Williams Street Erect Electric sign
33 100.00 Orpha Mcvonald. 911 G. Street Erect electric sign
34 100.00 J. V. Cralley 2117 Gtr. Place Repair driveway
35 100.00 J. Anarde 8802 S. 140th Erect tool shed
36 400.00 N. A. Uhl 2109 9th Place Erect garage
37 25.00 Mike Mayovsky 240 Park St. Erect fence
38 100.00 R.J. Nichols 541 I Street Install drain tile
39 200.00 K. J. Oyler 647 E. Street Erect garage
40 300.00 D, Cavaletto 622 Morris St. Erect garage
41 450.00 Owen Bing 2005 6th Place Erect garage
43 100.00 W.J. Brown 673 A. St. Erect Ret. wall
42 400.00 Rose Gambini 303 Garden Constr. foundation
44 St. Anthony's Chch. 337 Morris Install Htg. System
45 100.00 M. Dolleman 422 Windsor Way erect bulkhead
46 100.00 George S. Allen 2208 9th Place Erect fence
47 700.00 L.B. Thomas 202 Mill St. Repair building
48 100.00 Elmer Pollack 810 4th Ave. No. Rewire house
49 400.00 L.B. Thomas 202 Mill St. Rewire house
50 6000.00 S. Goodwin 308 N. Burnett Erect house
,.low 51 100.00 K. A. Beckstrom 1910 7th Ave. No. Erect driveway
52 300.00 E.H. Harbeck 933 E. Street Erect full basement
53 500,00 Roy Storey Sunset Highway Repair roof
54 300.00 George Jacobson 2405 6th Ave. No. Erect basement
55 50.00 R.J. Alberta 506 N. Wells erect fence
56 400.00 Clelah Lamb 2110 9th No. Erect fence
57 100.00 D. Delaurenti 350 N. Wells Erect fence
A communication waa read from Ray Smith, contracting agent for the Clyde Beatty Circus,
requesting permission to exhibit in the City of Renton, for an afternoon and evening
performance on Thursday, June 22nd on the property of Leno Azzola, located at 6th
Avenue north between Wells and Pelly, extended. Moved by Gigli, seconded by Tamborini,
that this request be granted providing all fees, as provided by the City Ordinance
governing same, are paid. Carried.
An application signed by May Perich, for approval to install a SHUFFLELANE in May's
Tavern, and an application for a sellerts punchboard license, signed by D. Delaurenti
of the Renton Bowling Recreation, was read. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce,
that these applications be referred to the Police and License Committee with power to
act. Carried.
Applications for operator's punchboard licenses for the City of Renton were read..-
from
ead,from Stow Sales Company, W.H. Eckhardt and Juan De Fuca Sales Company. Moved by Rich—
ardson, seconded by Swift, that these applications be referred to the Police and
License Committee with power to act. Carried.
A complaint was read from C.A. Rudd, inquiring as to a restraining order for the City
of Seattle from draining water onto his property. Mr. Rudd requested that a letter be
written to the Seattle Water Department regarding same, to ascertain if any action
could be taken, as he contemplates building houses south of his present building. The
City Engineer recommended that the City Clerk write the Seattle Water Department about
this proposition. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council con—
cur in the recommendation of the City Engineer in regard to this matter. Carried.
A communication was read from the Association of Washington Cities reminding the
Mayor.. Councilmen and Department Heads of the Convention in Walla Walla, Washington,
June 16th and 17th and inviting their suggestions for the round table discussions
according to the various divisions, as Mayor & Councilmen, Engineers, Recreational
Officers, etc. The City Clerk informed the councilmen that the subject of OFF—
STREET PARKING had already been submitted to the Association for discussion by the
Mayor.
Councilman Tamborini requested that the City Clerk present to the Association,
another subject for discussion and study of "The Association modifying their bill
which provides, in cases where a petition requires 100% signatures, one person being
able to block it "They wish to have this percentage of signatures for carrying
changed to a lower percentage.
A communication was read from the General Engineering Company, (Engineers for the
Bryn Mawr, Lakeridge Sewer District) signed by J. Ray Heath, President, stating —
1. They have been requested by the Commissioners of the District to inquire into
the feasibility of entering into anegreement with the City of Renton for connecting
to Rentonts sewage treatment plant for the disposal of sewage from the above men—
tioned district.
2. Requesting a statement from the Engineering Department, setting forth the
capacity of the plant and the anticipated requirements of the City of Renton for
future growth.
3. If such a proposition would be considered by the City of Renton, what would be
the terms of such an agreement for the disposal of the sewer district -sewage.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication and request be
referred to the Sanitation Committee, City Attorney and City Engineer to meet with
representatives of this District on this problem and to check with the Engineering
Department to see if the disposal plant has a capacity to handle this-additional
proposed sewage and report back to the City Council. Carried.
A communication was read from Roy H. Armstrong, Secretary of the Renton Aerie
#1722, Fraternal Order of Eagles, requesting that they be allowed to hold two
dances, one on their parking lot and one on the street between Walla Walla and 4th
Avenue on Wells Street during their GREATER RENTON DAY CELEBRATION to be held on
August 18, 19 and 20, with no charge being made for licenses or permits, as the net
proceeds are to be earmarked for YOUTH GUIDANCE activities.
Councilman Swift stated that the ordinance was drawn up with Fraternal Organizations
in mind and that the $1.00 fee was very nominal and that this should be charged.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the City Clerk be instructed to inform
the F.O.E., that in a case of this kind it will be necessary to pay the $1.00
license fee. Carried.
An invoice was read from the Superior Construction Company, 4610 37th S.W.,
Seattle 6, Wash., in the amount of $9.96 covering the removal of forms to allow
for a driveway between the McGovern property and the Magnuson Apartments on
Shattuck Street, and also a statement of the final estimate on L.I.D., #230.
The Total amount due under the contract is $3832.70. Moved by Richardson, seconded
by Delaurenti, that this be referred to the Auditing & Accounting Committee to
audit and check and the Finance Committee and City Engineer with power to act.
Carried.
L.I.D., #230, Assessment Roll, was read in the amount of X4215.97 and presented for
acceptance. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the City Attorney be
instructed to draft the necessary Resolution for this L.I.D., and that a date of
hearing be set. Carried.
A petition was read, signed by 17 property owners, requesting the Council take action
towards the dusty road condition caused by Renton City busses and cars on 116th S.E.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Street and Alley
Committee and City Engineer to check and come back with a report. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that the people should be informed of the Council's policy
in regard to the City of Renton oiling roads or the formation of an L.I.D.
Chief of Police Stewart stated that he would check into the report that there was
fast driving on 116th S.E.
A petition was read requesting the oiling of Burnett Street in front of the K.P. Hall
from 2nd Avenue to Tobin Avenue, signed by 13 property owners. Moved by Richardson,
seconded by Tamborini, that this be referred to the Street and Alley Committee and
City Engineer and that the people be furnished an estimate of cost and report back.
to the Council. Carried.
A petition from Lorens Peterson, 612 Park Street was read, requesting rezoning from
residential to commercial of the "South 110' of the following description: The south
315' of that portion of the northwest quarter of the southwest quarter of Section 8,
Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., lying east of the east line of Park Avenue,
as shown on the plat of Renton Farm Plat, produced northerly,less the south 30' thereof;
Less portion conveyed to the City of Renton by instrument recorded under Auditor's
file No. 3325233; the less portions also apply to the 110 feet", signed by 7 property
owners. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen , that this be referred to the
Planning Commission for study and report back. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the motion be amended that the Planning
Commission consider, in addition to Lorens Peterson's request, the entire area from
6th to 8th Avenue north, one block west from Park Avenue to the North City limits,
be rezoned from residential to commercial. The amendment carried. The motion also
carried.
A statement of Local Improvement District #1, Water District #78, assessments from
the King County Treasurer's Office was read covering Renton COOP #2, in the amount
of $668.34, assessments for the Talbor Reservoir, Moved by Richardson, seconded by
Tamborini, that this be referred to the Auditing and Accounting Committee for a
report back to the Council. Carried.
A petition for the annexation of (Talbot) was read, signed by 106 property owners.
Beginning at a point on the center line of 7th Avenue, which point measured along
the center line of 7th Avenue is 112.43' easterly from the center line of Shattuck
Street and is the true point of beginning; thence S 0 55' 54" west a distance of
6601 ; thence easterly along the south property line of 8th Avenue produced west
to the section line common to sections 19 and 20, thence N 0044' 26" east a distance
of 660'; thence S 8905096" east a distance of 683.10' to the east right--of-way
... line of State Secondary Highway #50 (Benson Road; thence southerly along the said
east right-of-way line of State Secondary Highway #50 (Benson Road) to the inter-
section with the south property line of south 140th Street produced east; thence
westerly along the south property line of south-160th Street produced west to the
intersection with the east right-of-way line of State Primary Highway #5; thence
northerly along the said right-of-way line of State primary highway #5, a distance
of 2740.73' to the south property line produced west of lot 17, block 7, C.D.
Hillman's Ea.rlington Garden Division No. 1; thence easterly Slong said south
property line of lot 17, a distance of222.04; thence north 3 00' 09" west a distance
of 432 feet, more or less; thence south 89032' 0811 east a distance of 236.41 feet;
thence north 1015'19" east a distance of 260' thence south 89032' 08" east a
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di8tance of 1501 ; thence north 101511911 east a distance of 5941; thence south
89 32108" east a distance of 386.17 feet; thence north 0035'52" east to the inter-
section of the center line of 7th Avenue; thence easterly along the center line of
7th Avenue a distance of 262./3' to the true point of beginning, King County,
Washington.
City Attorney Haugan stated that the petition should be checked to ascertain if
there were signatures of property owners covering 75% of the assessed value in the
district, and if so, a date of hearing should be set.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this be referred to the City
Engineer and City Attorney to check and report back at the next meeting. Carried.
Councilman Gigli stated that it would be necessary to obtain signatures of pur-
chasers and sellers under contract, as property owners.
Councilman Bruce reported that he and councilman Tamborini had investigated Block
21 in the Highlands and recommended that the Council not vacate the alleys. He
further stated that there was a misunderstainding relative to Block 20 in the Renton
Highlands and that Mr. Steepy is willing to improve the alley from the street to his
property and pay for the expense. Councilman Bruce stated that Mr. Steepy should
be allowed to improve this part of the alley from the street to his property and
pay for the expense. Councilman Bruce further recommended that the City make an
effort to obtain the walk that leads to the Park, that had been sold to the pro-
perty owners adjacent to the walk, back for the City's property, and that blocks
20 and 31 be not vacated.
City Attorney Haugan stated that the Council did have the authority to vacate
alleys, where the purpose of the alleys are not needed it is cheaper to abandon
than to improve an alley. The Council should not vacate unless the owners of 100%
of the property abutting the petitioned property sign the petition for vacating.
When a petition is presented, if the Council intends to proceed with the petition,
a notice should be posted in�three public places. City Attorney Haugan further
stated that a decision handed down by the Supreme Court in regard to any owner of
abutting property objecting; to vacating an alley, said owner could sue for damages
and collect before the alley can be legally vacated.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Council accept the recommen-
dation of the Real Property Committee that Blocks 20 and 21, Renton Highlands
Addition be not vacated. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that the problems of the walk should be referred to
the Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer for an investigation, to check
with the property owners and report back.
A lady in the audience asked why one end of the alley was permitted to be blocked
and yet the end where she lived was open and used both for an entrance and exit.
This same alley came real close to both her front and back door, circled around
the corner of her-house and endangered the lives of her three children at play,
and requested that the alley be closed entirely.
A gentleman in the audience asked if it would be possible to either have the
alleys improved or stop the use of such alleys as driveways.
Councilman Richardson stated that according to City Attorney Haugan's report, if
75% of the property owners petitioned for an alley to be improved, the council
could authorize the improvement.
Mr. Steepy publicly apologized to Councilman Bruce and Councilman Bruce accepted
the apology for Mr. Steepy's unkind statements to him during May 9th Council
meeting.
A gentleman from the audience asked if the Council would vacate an alley if 100%
of the signatures of the owners of adjoining property for the entire block were
received on a vacating petition.
Councilman Richardson stated that he felt the Council would grant the vacation
if the gentleman would obtain the signatures of 100% of the property owners.
Mr. Steepy, from the Highlands, asked if the City Attorney would investigate
to see if there was a Federal law stating that any ground dedicated to a City
can be used for any other purpose than that for which it was dedicated.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommen—
dation of the Real Property Committee in regards to acquiring from the property
owners the walk going into the public playfield in Block 21, and this be referred
to the City Attorney, City Engineer and Park Board for a report back to the Council.
Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti stated the best way he could figure out the problem was to
have the alleys improved. Councilman Bruce stated he could not recommend vacating
the alleys afte-- hearing the City Attorneyls report.
Councilman Bruce answered an inquiry from a gentleman from the audience that if
the City of Renton permitted the people to vacate the alleys the City would be
-- liable to suit, incase a petition was not filed with 100% request of property owners
to vacate said alleys.
Councilman Richardson stated that the City has to keep the vacant alleys clear and
to notify owners of vacant property to keep it clean or have it cleared and charge
the owners of said vacant property for said expense.
City Attorney Haugan stated that nothing could be done about the alleys already
platted in the Highlands, but that any further construction would have to be a
certain number of feet from an alley. Councilman Richardson stated that a garage
could be built on the property line on the rear of property adjacent to an alley,
which was verified by the Building Inspector according to the building code.
Councilman Bruce stated that it may have been possible that the Government re—
presentative erred in the information furnished to perspective buyers of the pro—
perty and that their information should have been erified by the purchasers before.
said property was purchased, as one of the salesmen of the Government property in
the Highlands had misinformed a number of the people that were buying these Govern—
ment homes that by request they could petition the City Council for the vacation
of these alleys.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the City Council get the Planning
Commission's recommendation to assist the Council with the problem regarding these
alleys.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Richardson, Aye; .Swift, Aye; Delaurenti,
No; Bruce, No; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, No; Gigli, Aye; Davidson,
Aye, and Tamborini, Aye. There being 8 Aye's and 3 Nots, the motion carried.
Councilman Swift stated the Planning Commission could help the City Council solve
the Highlands people's problem and still the Council could vote on any petitions
for vacating an alley that might come in to later Council meetings.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Trimm, that no alleys in the Highlands be vacated
a.- the present time. Carried.
The Mayor declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT) DELAURENTI, BRUCE, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRI1,414, REID, GIGLI,
DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
The City Clerk read the appointment by Mayor Baxter of Ted Johnson as Sergeant on
the Police Force effective May 15th.
Moved by hichardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation of the Mayor. Carried.
A request was read from B. M. McHugh stating that he desired his two week's vacation
to start on Wednesday, May 17th and upon advice of his Doctor would like to request
a two month leave of absence. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the
council grant City Engineer B. M. McHugh his request for a leave of absence.
Councilman Bruce asked if a leave of absence could extend beyond the time that the
City Engineerts appointment expired.
The City Attorney Haugan informed the councilmen that the leave of absence would
expire when the City Engineer's term expired, unless he was reappointed.
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Moved by Brace, seconded by Delaurenti, that the motion be amended, that the leave '
of absence be granted up to the expiration of his term of appointment, and then
give his extension of leave of absence consideration, provided the City Engineer
was reappointed. The amendment carried. The original motion then carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that the City needed a storage space for Diesel Oil for the new
grader and that it was recommended by the garage foreman, that the present gas
storage tank be used for Diesel Oil and that the City purchase a new 2000 gallon
storage tank for gasoline, by purchasing a new tank the City could save money.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this matter be placed in the hands
of the Ways & Means Committe for a report back to the Council; also to request the
Committee to check and see if the City really needs this additional storage space.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that he will make an appointment for the Power Committee to meet
with the Seattle Council, Mayor Devin, and Superintendent Hoffman of the Seattle
Light Department on the question of power for a daytime meeting, some day next week.
The Mayor appointed Councilmen Delaurenti, Tamborini and Bruce on the Committee for
revising the fire zones for the City of Renton.
The Mayor appointed Councilmen Reid, Richardson and Bruce on the Maplewood Water
Committee to meet with Mr. Dobson, who represents Mr. Hanniff, owner of the Maple—
wood Water System.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council accept the recommendation of
the Superintendent of Utilities, that the Council set up a policy requesting each
district to petition for an L.I.D., and these people be so notified, to correct
these condition, as on the petition for a larger water main on 112th between 112th
and 108th and other similar projects, and determine the best method of remedying
same. Carried.
City Attorney Haugan stated that he had confirmed his conversation by letter with
Attorney Cowan regarding the Sundholm claim, but that he had received no reply.
Attorney Cowan had previously stated that he would be glad to talk the matter over
with City Attorney Haugan.
More time was granted the City Attorney, City Engineer and Fire Light & Water
Committee on the Herman Mobile Plumbing bill as a member of the firm the committee
was to contact was ill.
More time was granted the Street & Alley Committee on the request for the renaming
of Renton Hill to Renton Scenic Hill and also for the installation of signs for
Renton Scenic Hill and other parts of Renton.
The Planning Commission had not meet on the rezoning requests of Mr. Stan Kaczmarek
and Mr. Otto Sundholm. More time was granted to determine if the area, adjacent
to this property should be included in the rezoning request.
More time was granted the Superintendent of Utilities and the Street & Alley Committee
on the repairing of Main Street between 2nd Avenue & Cedar hiver.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hagen, that the City Clerk notify the chairman of
each committee of any outstanding reports on jobs for clarification. Carried.
City Attorney Haugan stated that according to budget laws the Cumulative Fund could
be used to pay painters and carpenters, but the budget does not allow for new ex—
penditures unless it was tkane from Capital Outlay. The City Attorney also stated
that on the L,I.D. assessment on Wells Street from 3rd to 4th Avenue, that the City
would not be liable for and cannot legally appropriate funds for this expense. If
this fund is still in the red after all the assessments are paid they can draw on
the guarantee fund to make up this loss. Action should be deferred until it has
been determined just what amount this fund is going to be in the red.
The City Treasurer stated that no assessments have been paid on some of the property
but that the proper notices had been sent out, and when payments are not made on the
deadline for the installments, a 5% penalty is charged. This L.I.D., is on a five—
year installment plan and final payment is not yet due.
Councilman Hagen reported his Committee would like to have the Railroad contacted
to see if they would share the expense of the oiling of Houser Way and recommended
that the City Engineer prepare an estimate of the assessment and to contact the
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property owners adjacent to this street to we if they would be willing to share the
cost.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recomm—
endation of the Ways and Means Committee. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Ways and Means Committee. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that as long as the American Legion
had signed an agreement with the Meeker Shops management to the effect that profits
over the expense of financing the event would go to the "Youth Guidance Program
of Greater Renton", that all license fees be waived, providing they would post bond
to cover any damage to property. Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the streets on Renton Hill, damaged by
the installation of the sewer system, be reoiled and left in their original con—
dition as promised under the contract. Carried.
A Resolution and Ordinance of the City of Renton allowing compromise settlement of
Claim for damage to property of E. F. Allan and wifel, and appropriating funds for
payment thereof in the amount of $26.59 was read. Moved by Gigli, seconded by
Richardson, that the Council adopt the Resolution as read. Carried.
Councilman Swift suggested that as Renton Waterway District already owned the pro—
perty on the south side of Cedar River between Williams and Logan Street, that the
City check further and determine why a road could not be built on the south -side of
the river to meet with Logan Street and in this way the City would have use of the
Logan Street bridge.
The Real Property Committee had contacted Mr. Gustine and he is willing to let the
City of Renton buy a smaller portion (201 strip) of property along the river for
a road.
Councilman Richardson was informed that the American Legion or the Waterway District
had not been contacted in regards to releasing this property as yet.
Mr. McHugh reported that he had been working on the 4th Avenue north extension road.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation of Councilman Swift and that this be referred to the Real Property
Committee for investigation and a report back. Carried.
The Boeing Airplane Company's application for an extension of their lease from the
Airport Department for one year had been received and it was recommended by the
Airport Board that this lease be extended for one year and on further recommendation
of the Airport Board, had been referred to the meal Property Committee. The Real
Property Committee recommended that this lease be extended for one year. Moved
by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Real Property Committee and the Airport Board. Carried.
It was recommended by the Real Property Committee that the amendment and consent
to assignment to Witter's Flying Service of the Lease of the Western Skyway's
Building be allowed.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Mayor and City Clerk be
instructed to sign both the Boeing Airplane Company lease and the amendment and
consent to assignment to the Witter's Flying Service Building. Carried.
Councilman Reid asked for a report on the water supply at Crystal Springs. Supt.
of Utilities stated he understood that on investigation of G rystal Springs, the
amount of flow and quantity and quality were very low due to the contour of the
ground and it was believed impractical to proceed with this project.
Moved by Swift_, seconded by Tamborini, that the Fire, Light & Water Committee as—
certain the facts on Crystal Springs and report back to the Council. Carried.
Councilman Richardson inquired as to the possibility of securing copies of
ttRemingtonts Revised Statutes of Laws" effecting Cities of 2nd Class, from Olympia.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Davidson, that the City Clerk be instructed to
obtain copies of "Remingtonts Revised Statute of Laws" governing cities of 2nd
class for each of the Councilmen. Carried.
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Councilman Richardson reported that he had checked the Ordinance granting the City
of Seattle the privilege of constructing water mains through the City of Renton
and had presented each Councilman with a copy of Ordinance #903. A copy was also
given to the City Engineer and Superintendent of Utilities . They were requested to
study this Ordinance with the idea of being able to blacktop 2nd Avenue, as pre-
viously requested from Logan to Rainier Avenue. Councilman Richardson further
stated in regard to improving Burnett Street from 2nd Avenue to Walla Walla Avenue,
when the City put in the Street lights they were installed under an L.I.D., and
the Railroad Company refused to pay assessments on this Street light improvement
on the 2 foot strip that the City owned, that the Railroad Company leased. By not
paying for this assessment on the L.I.D., are they legally leasing the property?
If the City has use for this property, they should have its if the Railroad is not
using the property. Councilman Richardson stated that under the previous
Franchise from the City of Seattle, the Water Department had raised the rate of
the water on the hill. Councilman Richardson furnished all the Councilmen,, the
Mayor, City Engineer and Superintendent of Utilities with a copy of Ordinance #81
and 342 for study. Councilman Richardson further stated that he did not wish this
to be placed in a committee for a report, but that his committee would check and
report back.
City Attorney Haugan explained the terms of the proposed settlement of the suit
and claim brought against the City by C.M. Costner and Fred Roberts under L.I.D.,
#2232 whereby the City would be required to pay only $190.00 in damages. He
further stated that Costner's lawyer must know the Council's action by Friday
of this week. He recomnended that the City make settlement in the amount of
$190.10.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the City Attorney and that this amount be paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously aduited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
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Joe R. Baxter Council Faxpense 21.60 7407
Steve Tamborini " " 3.30 8
American Ranken Copy Co. Eng. Expense 13.85 9
Charles Bruning Co., Inc. Eno. " 36.10 10
City Transfer Co. C.H. " 88.07 11
Wiley Crook P.D. " 34.60 12
Custer Hardware Co. Expense 2.85 13
E.I. DuPont De Nemours C.H. " 45.63 14
General Electric Supply P.D. " 10.05 15
VOID VOID - - 16
Harley-Davidson Sales P.D. " 30.94 17
Harper-Meggee Inc. Expense 22.81 18
King County Health Dept. Health Inspection 175.00 19
The Lumber Market Expense 23.84 20
B.M.1"cHugh Engr. Expnse. 39.90 21
Mathewson's Automotive Service P.D. " 12.36 22
Pacific Tel. & Tel. Co. Phone 104.50 23
Paramount Pest Control Co. Expense 10.00 24
P.S.P. & Light Co. Expense 1169.06 25
Puget Sound Tent & Duck Co. C,H.Expense 78.26 26
Renton Feed & Seed. Co. P.D. " 12.41 27
Renton Hwre. & Furn.Co. F.D. " 2.53 28
Renton Veterinary Hospital Dog Pound Expense 7.75 29
Service Laundry & Cleaners Expense 41.11 30
Sunset Coal & Oil Oo. F.D. Expense 6.34 1
Tradewell Stores ##10 P.D. " 2.95 2
Treasurer, U.S. A. Garbage Expense 41.67 33
Trick & Murray Expense 39.66 34
United Janitor Supply P.D.,C.H. Expense 165.52 35
Valley Window Cleaners C.f#. Expense 9.80 36
Voight Leather Co. P.D. Expense 21.63 37
Wash. Decorating & Display P.D. " 2.06 38
King County medical June dues 377.00 39
Dave Reid P.D. Expense 12.00 40
John Becklund Dog Pound Expense 90.00 1
Chapman Bros. St. Lights 108.20 2
Gordy's Camera Shop P. D. Exnense 29.13 3
Mike's Mobilgas Station P.D. " 2.32 4
Motorola Inc. Expense 2958.16 5
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Pacific Tel. & Tel. Co. Phones 225.23 7446
Renton Netts Record Expense 110.16 7
Treasurer, U.S.A. it 9.07 8
Payroll Engineers 690.20 9-53
Payroll Office 1175.50 54-67
Payroll F.D. 2281.21 68-87
Payroll P.D. 3308.35 88-7513
Payroll Mayor & Council 456,16 14-26
Fred L. Allingham Union dues 52.00 27
Payroll Garbage 742.30 28-34
Payroll St. Cleaning 437.21 35-39
Expense 5910.29 40-48
"". Payroll F.D. 2603.45 49-69
Payroll P'.D. 3185.17 70-95
Pacific Telephone Seattle Phone 70.55 96
WATER
Payrolls and expense CITY S 4074.26 7907-39
TREETS
Payrolls and expense 16,857.39 5503-51
SEWER DISPOSaI
Payrolls and expense ATHLET 1,938.28 1825-46
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Payrolls and expense 260.48 502-6
LIBRAR
Payrolls and expense 1,212.12 2075-90
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Payrolls and expense 968.67 1340-54
AIRPORT
Payrolls and expense 11,553.68 878-95
Claims AIRPORTCONT OWE 150.00 410
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Reid, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 11:25 P.M.
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May 23, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Jor R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE, F'REYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Officials and Department heads present were: City Attorney Haugan, Police Chief
Stewart, Fire Chief Lawrence, City Clerk, Wiley Crook, City Treasurer, Gossett,
Superintendent of Utilities, S. R. Waller, Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon, Asst.
City Engineer, James Highton and Park Board Chairman, Lon Tackett. ...
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Reid, that the minutes of May 16th meeting be
approved as written. Carried.
A gentlemen representing the Talbot Area brought a petition, with map, legend and
comment to Mayor Baxter, stating that the petition represented the desires of the
home owners on the south boundary area (160th South) of the larger area already pre-
sented. Individual petitions and maps requesting a certain d escribed district be ex-
cluded from the general area in the Talbot Hill district petitioning for annexation
to the City of Renton, were presented to the Mayor, all Councilmen and Department
Heads present. This petition was signed by 38 property ormers.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this petition be turned over to the
City Engineer to check with the original annexation petition and report back to the
Council on the 6th of June. Carried.
A communication from R. E. Walker, Secretary of the Association of Valley Cities was
read stating the next meeting will be held Wednesday, May 24, 1950 at 8:00 o'clock
P.M., at the Kirkland City Hall. Subject for discussion will be "The Extension of
Social Security Protection to Municipal Employees". James B. Myers, Field Represen-
tative for the Seattle Area of the Old Age and-Survivor's Insurance will be speaker.
As many Councilmen and Department Heads as are able are urged to attend. _
A communication was read from the Starbuck Machine Tool Company introducing a new
item - - a portable, self-contained "Stop and Go" Traffic signal, enclosing a pic-
ture of same.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the Fire, Light &
Water Uommittee, City Engineer and Traffic Division to study and report back.
Carried.
Protests were read from John F. Reese, E.H. Flaherty, Tom Flack and Erma Ford, all
residing on Route 4, waiving and declaring null and void their signatures on the
petition for annexation of Talbot to Renton and requesting their signatures be re-
moved from said petition.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hagen, that this be referred to the City Engineer to
delete their names from the original petition. Carried.
A communication from John Dobson of the Renton Lions Club was read requesting per-
mission to hold a raffle for "Annual Golf Privileges" at Maplewood Golf Club, by
the Renton Lions Club. The drawing is to be May 31st.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Lions Club be granted permission
to hold a raffle and further informed that under Ordinance No. 1375 that it is
mandatory and required that the City Treasurer issue a raffle permit for a small
nominal fee, but that it is not necessary to request a permit through the City
Council. Carried.
The Mayor called for the opening of bids for the Park fences for Liberty Park and `
Mothers Park and a backstop for the baseball diamond in Liberty Park.
The following bids were received:
CYCLONE FENCE DIVISION OF THE AMERICAN $8171.15 *
STEEL & WIRE COMPANY . . . . . . . . . . • • • • •
THE CALIFORNIA WIRE CLOTH CORPORATION . . . . . . . . . . 8300.00 *
(# Does not include State Sales Tax)
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Assistant Engineer Highton informed Councilman Bruce the City's estimate was
$8170.00.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that these bids be referred to the Real
Property Committee, Finance Committee, City Engineer and Park Superintendent.
Carried..
The Mayor delcared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, DELAURENTI, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
GIGLI, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by nichardson, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Real Property and Finance Committee and that the City of Renton retain 15%
of the total amount of the bid by the Cyclone Fence Division of the I'merican Steel
& Wire Company until the installation has been completed in it's entirety and accepted
by the City. On the question, Mr. Tuttle, a representative of the company to whom
the bid was awarded, stated that a 15% retention fee would be acceptable to his
company. The motion carried. Mr. Tuttle thanked the Mayor and councilmen for award-
ing the contract to the Cyclone Fence Division of the American Steel & Wire Company.
The petition from property owners of Block 18, Renton Highlands Addition to Renton
was re-read with an additional signature, making a total of 16 signatures. This
includes-all property owners except for Lot 28 which is still vacant and still held
by the Government. A Highlands resident in the audience stated that one of the persons
whose signature appeared on the petition was endeavoring to purchase said vacant lot
from the "overnment at the present time and further stated that if he should be
successful, the petition would be signed by 100% of the property owners involved.
Moved by "ichardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this petition be referred to the
Real Property Committee, City Attorney and City Engineer to check with the �'overn-
ment Representative in regard to the GovernmentIs reaction to this petition. Carried.
Attorney Haugan stated than as the Government had turned this portion of the Housing
Project over to the City, that they would probably not disapprove the petition.
The Ordinance Committee presented Resolution No. 773 fixing the date and time of
Tuesday, June 20th at 8:00 o'clock P.M., in the Council Chambers as the time and
place for the hearing on the Assessment Roll filed for L.I.D. #230, and directing the
City Clerk to mail and publish notice of said hearing. Moved by Richardson, seconded
by Gigli, that the Resolution be adopted as read. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee presented Resolution No. 774 ordering the improvement of
the westerly side of "G" Street, from 7th Avenue to 5th Place (being along Block 17
of Renton Highlands Addition to Renton) by constructing and installing concrete side-
walks and curbs and such other work as may be necessary in connection therewith, all
in accordance with plans prepared by the City Engineer. All persons who desire to
object thereto are hereby notified to appear and present such objections at the
June 20th Council meeting at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council adopt the Resolution as
read. Carried.
Councilman Richardson presented a resolution in regard to Municipal owned Power
facilities stating that similar resolution have been passed by several cities in
King County that have been meeting together to discuss problems of light and power
recently. Councilman hichardson recommended that the City Council go on record as
agreeing to cooperate with the Cities in the Valley as far as the City of Renton
is concerned, to acquire for Renton and other cities their own facilities for power
and light, and further stated that he did not believe that the Council should pass
the resolution until further study had been made.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Bruce, that the �;ouncil go on record as approving the
recommendation of Councilman Richardson as above stated, and that the proposed re-
solution regarding same be submitted to the Real Property and the K-yor's Power
Committee for a report back. Carried.
Councilman Reid stated that the Mayor, City Attorney Haugan, City Planning Commission
representative, Vern Burmeister, Councilman Richardson and himself had met with
Seattle's Mayor Devin, the Seattle City Council and Supt. Hoffman of Seattle City
Light, and had been informed that although Seattle Officials could not do anything
for the Renton representatives, they would be glad to give any necessary help asfar
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as information is concerned. Supt. Hoffman, Supt. of the Seattle Lighting Depart-
ment informed them they could either set up a PUD or a Power System themselves,
also, that Renton could purchase power from Bonneville as cheap as Seattle could.
City Attorney Haugan stated that Mr. Hoffman had stated that with all Seattle City
Light's developments, that the City of Seattle is still unable to produce sufficient
power for Seattle's need and would have to purchase some from Bonneville.,
Mayor Baxter stated a special meeting would be held in the Renton Central Labor
Council between 9:00 o'clock A.M., and 12:00 o'clock noon on Saturday by one of
the Grange Organizations, to look into the matter of a King County PUD and also to
keep outside counties from coming in and organizing a PUD in King County.
Councilman Davidson stated that the Mayor and some of the Councilmen had met in ...
the Council Chamber, previous to the Council meeting, with Mr. Benson, Skagit
County PUD Commissioner and they had been informed that Skagit County PUD have
worked out a plan for forming a PUD in King County under the supervision of the
Skagit County PUD.
Councilman hichardson stated that the City Council should hear all sides of the
Power question.
City Attorney Haugan stated that the Attorney General had informed him that the City
of Renton could form a PUD within the City limits or within School District #403
limits,-but that the PUD would not be operated and controlled by the City$ that a
Board would have to be elected to supervise the operation of the PUD. Mr. Hoffman
had stated that a PUD organized outside of the Council would be more flexible. City
Attorney Haugan further stated that according to Mr. Hoffman, Superintendent of
City Light of Seattle, that it would be more advantageous from a standpoint of
revenue for the cities to operate their own distribution systems than for a Public
Utility District to operate same in King County.
Mayor Baxter stated that he would try and arrange a meeting with the PUD officials.
During the absence of Mayor Baxter, who was called away on business, Council
President, B. J. Richardson acted as Chairman.
More time granted the Street & Alley Committee for the proposed stop light at
Burnett Street and 4th Avenue.
Councilman Bruce reported that the Real Property Committee considered a road on
the north side of the River from Williams to Tobin as not being feasible, that he
had also contacted Mr. Gustine & the American Legion and that it might be possible
to clear this road situation up within the next two weeks.
The Real Property Committee reported that E. S. Smith of the Renton Mfg. Co., who
had taken over the Hagg Mfg. Co., promising to pay the 6 mos. back rent due by the
Hagg Mfg. Co., had not signed a lease or made any payments to the City Treasurer,
and recommended that the City Attorney notify Mr. Smith to sign the lease, pay the
rent or vacate in 30 days. Moved by Swift, seconded by Reid, that the Council
concur in the recommendation of the Real Property Committee, Carried.
Councilman Hagen reported that on investigation he found a tank for gasoline
storage at the garage had already been purchased and was being installed. Previous
prices on tanks had been received of around $6240.00 but the Superintendent of
Utilities had been made available a tank for $198.00 with City labor of $108.00
pipes and fittings of $31.50, a total price of $337.50 a considerable saving to the
City. The Ways and Means Committee recommended the Council concur in the action of
the Superintendent of Utilities in purchasing the tank.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the council concur in the re-
commendation of the Ways and Means Committee. Carried.
The Auditing and Accounting Committee reported they had checked the Loral
Improvement Assessment #12 Water Dist. #78 for the Talbot Reservoir in the amount
of $668.34 for payment, and the committee recommended that this bill be submitted
to the Finance Committee for their recommendation. The finance Committee recommended
the payment of this bill. Moved by Bruce, seconded by Raid, that the Council con-
cur in the recommendation of the Auditing and Accounting and Finance Committee.
Carried.
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Councilman Heid stated that the special committee appointed by Mayor Baxter, re-
garding the Maplewood Water supply on the south side of the river, will meet with
Mr. Dobson Saturday May 27th at 2:00 o'clock P.M., in Mr. Dobson's office.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hagen, that as the Council anticipated, more petitions
for the oiling of roads, that the City Engineer figure the price of oiling the un-
improved streets of different widths, per lineal foot and that this be published
in several editions of the paper, whereby the property owners will be notified of
this cost. Carried.
Councilman Swift, chairman of the Street and Alley Committee asked the City
Engineer to establish the existing grade on the centerline on Main Street between
�,. 2nd Avenue and Cedar River to determine the amount of grade necessary to allow the
water to drain from the sunken street.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the re-
commendation of the Street & Alley Committee and that the City Engineer make a
report on this problem at the next meeting. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that the Building Inspector and Fire Chief have pre-
viously contacted the Agent representing the owner of the house at 7th and Burnett
that was partially destroyed by fire several years ago, requesting that this be
torn down, and to date they have not received a reply.
Moved by Gigli, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Attorney write a letter
stating that condemnation proceedings will be instituted if this is not taken care
of. Carried.
Ordinance No. 1375 was clarified as to requests for operator's licenses only, to
be presented to the Council for-approval.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce, that the City Engineer be authorized to re-
design the plans of the proposed 4th Avenue north extension road from Burnett
Street north to Logan Street north. Carried.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Tamborini, that the Fire, Light & Water Committee be
requested to invite Mr. Bollong, Traffic Division Supervisor of the City of Seattle
to come to Renton to assist the Engineering Department in drafting plans for the
improvement of the signal light system. Carried.
Councilman Swift suggested that certain lights in Renton, as the one at 3rd &
Williams, be changed to caution and stop in the evenings where thetraffic is light.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Delaurenti, that this be referred to the Fire, Light
and Water Committee with power to act. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that the property between 519 and 525 on Cedar Street
belonging to Mr. Matt Potterbin, who resides in Port Orchard, Washington, was
infested with caterpillars and according to City Ordinance, these must be
destroyed. Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the City Clerk write a
letter to Mr. Potterbin notifying him of this condition. Carried.
Superintendent of Utilities Waller stated that some portions of the city' s water
system, particularly part of the Kennydale area, were in poor condition and re-
commended that this be turned over to a proper committee in regard to hiring an
authorized consultant to advise the Engineering Denartment the necessary require-
ments to bring the entire Penton water system up to a more satisfactory standard.
A new tank at Kennydale and the necessary additional work at the Dam is to be
included in the survey.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that this matter be turned over to
the Superintendent of Utilities and City Engineer to check the feasibility of
hiring a consultant. Carried.
Councilman Richardson recommended that the City Engineer make a survey and bring
to the Council for consideration, the matter of setting up a definite program
regarding the repairing of streets and sidewalks for the City of Renton.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recomm-
endation of Councilman 11-Ichardson and the City Engineer report back to the Council
on the survey. Carried.
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Mayor Baxter reported that he had made arrangements by phone with Harry Denson,
head of the Skagit County PUD for a meeting with the Renton City Council in the
Council Chambers on Thursday, June 1st at 8:00 o'clock P.M., and requested the
presence of Councilmen and other interested parties.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Personal Property Committee
investigate the City's old Dater Department truck and other old equipment in—
cluding equipment from the Disposal Plant that is deteriorating very fast and
report back to the Council. Carried.
Councilman lichardson reported that there is an open mine shaft on the top of
Renton Hill on the corner of Renton Avenue and 8th Avenue. Moved by Reid, ..AN
seconded by Richardson, that the City Clerk notify the State Mine Inspector, Mr.
Taft Evans, who lives on Williams Street that this s:,' '� be closed. Carried.
Councilman Richardson further reported a large hold (probably spetic tank) in
the rear of Bruce's Welding Shop by the Sunset Oil Company, that is wide open.
Mr. Shaudies, owner of this property is to be notified by the City Clerk to have
this hole covered.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that payment to the E.F. Allen of Rt. 42
Box 431, for their claim of $26.10 for labor and material for installing a drain
on property where the water main had broken, be turned over to Mr. Davis, the
Agent representing the company that underwrites the City 's liability and property
damage insurance, to see if the above claim for damage is covered under this
insurance policy.
Acting Mayor Richardson vacated the Mayor's chair upon the return of Mayor Baxter
and Mayor Baxter then presided over the meeting.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that a communication be addressed to the
State Highway Department requesting that traffic lines be marked plainer at the
junction, of Park Avenue and Bronson Way and suggested that a sign be posted at the
bridge stating that the left lane is for left turns only and the right lane for
through traffic. Mayor Baxter informed the Council that curb parking was a stip-
ulation with the lease of the Sweet Center Building, providing it does not create
a hazard. The motion carried.
Councilman Richardson, President of the City Council, in behalf of the Mayor,
Councilmen and officials, thanked Andrew Gigli for his fine work and cooperation
in working with the City 6ouncil for the City of Renton and for a very fine job
well done throughout the entire time he served as councilman.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that this message to councilman Gigli, be
incorporated in the minutes. Carried.
A communication was read from Ned Stokes, Airport Manager inviting all councilmen,
Department Heads, the Mayor and personnel in the Clerk's and Treasurer's office to
attend "open house" at the Renton Airport, Saturday, June 3rd for an .inspection
tour of the new control tower. Aircraft will be available for any wishing a short
scenic trip.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Davidson, that the City Treasurer and Councilmen
Tamborini and Freymen be in charge of refreshments for the special June 5th meet-
ing for installing the new officers. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 11:15 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Washington
June 5, 1950
The special meeting; for installation of officers, as prescribed by the law, was
called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, D ELAURENTI, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON AND TAIMORINI.
The OATH OF OFFICE was to be taken by the Mayor, the incoming councilmen and other
elective officials.
.... Mayor Joe R. Baxter was sworn in by the City Clerk, Wiley Crook.
The City Clerk, Wiley Crook, was sworn in by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
The City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett, was sworn in by City Clerk, Wiley Crook.
The incoming Councilmen, Bruce, Dels.urenti, Dullahant, Hagen, Hansen and Reid, were
sworn in by the City Clerk, Wiley Crook.
The Police Judge, Paul Houser, was sworn in by City Clerk, Wiley Crook.
Councilman Tamborini stated that according to law, the Council is bound as a whole,
and he would like to nominate Councilman Charles Delaurenti as President of the Council.
City Clerk, Wiley Crook, cast a unanimous ballot for Councilman Delaurenti for
President of the Council.
Councilman Delaurenti thanked the Mayor and members of the Council for his election
as President of the Council and stated that he would do his best for the Council and
the City of Renton.
Mayor Baxter thanked Councilman Richardson for serving as President of the Council
and complimented him on his fine work and cooperation in behalf of the citizens
of Renton, the councilmen and himself.
Councilman Richardson thanked the council for the privilege of having been able to
serve as President of the Council.
Councilman Dullahant stated that he was glad to have been elected and to be able
tosarve as Councilman for the City of Renton and he would cooperate with the Mayor
and all the councilmen for the best inLerest of the City of Renton.
The Councilmen all welcomed councilman Dullahant, the new member, and pledged their
cooperation and support to him and the City.
Mayor Ba�Aer stated that there were two big issues before the Council at the be-
ginning of the term: (1) The Power and Light question. This question had to be in-
vestigated thoroughly to determine the best steps to take as any action taken in
regard to this question might mean either a considerable income to the City or loss
of income. (2) The water system needs revamping as the present system has badly
deteriorated and is inadequate for the rapid increase in population, particularly
as a Fire risk is concerned.
Police Judge, Paul Houser, stated that at the present time the Police Department
was not holding anyone in custody and recommended that a sign POLICE JUDGE be painted
on-the door of the court room.
City Clerk, Wiley Crook, stated that the '-'lerk's office had received- the complete
cooperation of the Mayor and Council and thanked the Mayor and Councilmen in behalf
�. of the personnel in the �lerkts office and further stated that the City of Renton
should be proud of the official personnel that had been elected to serve the City.
City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett, stated that she was happy to have been elected
and to be able to serve another t erm as Treasurer.
Fire Chief Lawrence stated that he hoped the Mayor and councilmen had a very
successful year as there was lots of work to be accomplished.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:10 otclock P.M.
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June 6, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 otclock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RIMM, REID,
DULLAHANT, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI:
Officials and Department Heads present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan, Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart, Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence, City Clerk, 'Wiley Crook, Park
Superintendent, Gene Coulon, Assistant City Engineer, James Highton, Building
Inspector, Walter Will; Airport Manager, Ned Stokes and Park Board Chairman, Lon ...
Tackett.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the minutes of May 23rd meeting
be approved as written. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the special meeting
of June 5th be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO, AMOUNT NAM ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
1858 100.00 Presbyterian Church 107 Main St. Move garage
59 100.00 L.M. Thompson 655 G. Street erect fence
60 25.00 Herbert Carlson 1916 7th Ave. No. Install tile
1 100.00 Marian Walker 538 N. Wells St. erect fence
2 2500.00 George Berend 531 Pelly erect house
3 100.00 Walter Ferguson 951 I Street Move building
4 100.00 Mildred Lord 646 E. St. Erect fence
5 400.00 H. A. Jorgensen 2207 8th N. Build garage
6 2000.00 C.E. Wakelam 8606 Langston Rd. Remodel house
7 200.00 Bill Tonkin 8203 Langston Rd. Rewire
8 200.00 Dr, D.L. Morrell 1015 Walla Walla Reshingle Bldg.
9 600.00 Mrs. Lanich 1202 3rd Ave iterair house
70 John Yarblick 11511 116th S.E. Plumbing
1 25.00 Mrs. Howard Vance 448 Pelly Street Erect fence
2 50.00 Charles Simmons 818 A. Street Erect fence
3 3500.00 Ted Sipila 8450 S. 140th Erect Store
4 50.00 W.P. Monaghan 324 Dedar St. Rewire
5 J.W. Steepy 2513 6th Ave. N. Install furn.
6 300.00 L.G. Smart 2103 8th N. Erect garage
7 Margaret Bodie 915 D. Street Install fern.
8 200.00 D. Delaurenti 350 N. Wells Remodel house
9 463,180.00 Renton School Dist. ##403 Renton, Wn. Erect addition
to school bldg.
80 100.00 Harold C. Lee 2018 7th Ave. No. Concrete drive
1 6000.00 Chester Biggins 11718 116th Ave. Erect house
2 100.00 J.P. Kelleher 810 N.Cedar Riv.Dr. Wire `Service
3 200.00 L.P. Gallagher 8643 S. 140th St. Build garage
4 300.00 Albert C. Pfieffer 811 E. St. Erect garage
5 50.00 Ben Lindgren 129 N. Wells St. Install range
6 100.00 Albin Woods 500 Pelly Break curb
86-A 300,00 M. Shook 121 Garden St. Remodel house
87 25.00 John McKean 151 Park St. Erect Fence
88 25.00 Thomas Edwardo 320 N. Williams Reshingle Gar.
9 200.00 Richard D. Krier 2417 6th Place Remodel house
90 400.00 Frank E. Kelso 2114 9th Place Build garage
1 200.00 Angello Phillips 2nd& Logan Break curb
2 100.00 Knights of Pythias Burnett St. Erect wall
3 100.00 C.C. Simmons 651 G. Street Erect fence
4 200.00 E. L. Holladay 2007 7th Ave. Constr. basement
5 300.00 Tom Tobacco 310 Morris Remodel house
6 100.00 Mary Anardi (Mrs) 544 Morris Fepair porch
7 400.00 R. A. Stephens 2220 6th North Remodel house
8 100.00 Omen Hogan 335 Smithers Rewire
9 600.00 Dan Tilenda 12056 S.E. 141st Remodel house
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APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BLDG. DEPARTMENT
N0, AMOUNT NA' ADDRESS TYPE WORK
1900 50.00 Herman Nielsen 228 Pelly Repair chimney
1 5000.00 Tusa & Myers 1106 2nd Ave Erect Building
2 400.00 August Fornengo Rt. 4, Box 413 reroof bldg.
3 425.00 J.E. Hall 2123 8th Place Erect fence
4 125.00 B.K. Davies 404 Cedar St. Remodel garage
5 200.00 Frank Novak 2216 9th Place Lower sewer
6 400.00 J.F. Neukirchen, Jr. 830 D. St. Build garage
7 100.00 M.F. Marweg 710 D. _Street Erect fence
8 T.T. Clausen 8246 S. 140th Install furnace
9 8000.00 Mrs. Petterson 359 Factory Erect duplex
10 50.00 Ernie Martin 221 Factory Garage foundation
1 100.00 Fred Zufelt 2116 8th P1. Erect fence
2 200.00 Bill Weber 12011 3rd N. Remodel house
3 181.00 William Brunette 2230 9th Place Install furnace
4 100.00 Mrs. Nellie Grieser 329 Factory Rewire house
5 1500.00 T.W. Jenkins 1118 3rd Ave Remodel house
6 Tusa & Myers 756 Mill St. Install plumbing
7 250.00 Jack Price 2424 5th Ave. No. Erect garage
8 200.00 Marvin Stewart 2508 5th N. Install plumbing
9 10Q.00 R.S. Christman 421 Williams St.N. Erect fence
20 75.00 Jim Ashurst 309 Cedar St. Erect Wall
1 50.00 J. F. Neukirchon, Jr. 830 D. St. Erect fence
2 300.00 Otto Hendrickson 524 N. Wells Erect garage
3 100.00 H.F. Benton 204 Garden St. Repair porch
4 350.00 Ralph Lund 2208 7th North Erect garage
5 100.00 P.R. Evans 915 G. St. Erect fence
6 H.M. Edman 209 Morris Install tank
7 50.00 Frank Gustine 1310 Bronson Way. N. Rewire
8 500.00 J.C. Mathewson 2102 9th Place Remodel house
9 100.00 Irene Schroeder 211.9 8th Pl. Remodel house
.., City attorney Arthur Haugan asked to be excused to attend his daughter's graduation
from High School. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that City Attorney
Haugan be excused from the meeting. Carried.
Councilman Reid introduced Mr. Schaeffer of the Crouse-Hinds Electrical Equipment
Company who had been requested by Councilman Reid and Mr. Bill Chapman to come to
Renton to further advise the Council on Rentonts traffic signals. Mr. Schaeffer
offered to meet with the City Engineer and the Committee in charge of the lighting
system, at their convenience, to see that the traffic lights are timed for complete
satisfactory operation. Mr. Schaeffer stated that the Maple Valley intersection
lights did need some extra work to make the operation more satisfactory. Councilman
Richardson thanked Mr. Schaeffer for coming out and talking to the Councilmen
and for his willingness to cooperate with the Engineer and commettee to see that the
traffic lights are timed to the complete satisfaction of the City Engineer and the
Committee. This is to be accomplished in the next few weeks. This problem of
traffic light signals, still being in the hands of the City Engineer and the `ire,
Light and Water Committee, is to be further investigated and their findings re-
ported back to the Council.
A communication was read from Frank J. Vidmar, 500 Renton Avenue, requesting per-
mission to erect a 20 x 22" double garage in a location not conforming to building
code regulations.
City Engineer James Highton stated that in his opinion a non-conformants permit is
justified for this location on account of the lay of the ground.
Building Superintendent Walter .Will requested that a committee investigate this
particular location before a non-conformants permit was issued.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the Building
Inspector, City Engineer and Street and Alley Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from N. R. Mayhew, Water Operations Supt., for Roy W.
Morse, Superintendent of the Seattle Water Department2 stating that they had
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investigated the complaint of Mr. Charles A. Rudd about damage caused by drainage
water. They found that the drain pipe does not cross Seattle property and Mr. Fazio,
Seattle Water Department foreman has contacted Mr. Budd and informed him that the
Seattle Water Department is not involved. Mayor Baxter requested that the cornmi-
cation be filed.
A petition was read from D. E. Bosley, 130 Main, requested that water be extended
to the property owners between the Webber and Twilite Roads, a distance of not over
one-fourth mile, as this is urgently needed.
This petition was signed by four other property owners. They would like to have
an answer as soon as possible.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the Superintendent
of Utilities, City Engineer and Fire, Light and 'dater Committee to investigate and
report back. Carried.
A communication was read from James L. Rondeau, Census Supervisor of the Bureau
of Census, Dept. of Commerce, Washington 25, D.C., stationg that the preliminary
count as of April 1, 1950 of Renton's population is 16,037.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Swift, that the communication be placed on file.
Carried.
A communication was read from nine property owners on G. Place, Renton Highlands
requesting that their addresses be changed as it was rather confusing with two
letters as 614-A G Street, Acting Oity Engineer, James Highton, stated that he was
familar with the situation and that by contacting the Post Office these addresses
could be made more simple without too much confusion.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Engineer, in conjunction with
the Postmaster, see if these addresses can't be simplified and report back to the
Council. Carried.
A communication was read from Acting City Engineer James Highton, tabulating the
calculations of the petition fro annexation of the community of Talbot to the City
of Renton. The resulting calculations are based on the assessed valuation of
$51,330.00, on the land in the area described on the petition for annexation.
For annexation, $22,330.00 or 43.5%, unsolicited (those refusing to state whether
they were for or against annexation or disinterested) $22,230.00 or 43.5% and
against annexation, $6,770.00 or 13.2%. The assessed valuations are from the
records of the Office of the County Assessor, Ding County, Washington. Acting City
Engineer, James Highton, stated that as there were not the required 75% in favor
of annexation, the people had the alternative of circulating a petition to get
signatures of 20% of the registered voters in the area and request through the
County Commissioners permission to hold an election. Councilman hichardson stated
that the people should be notified of the result of the petition and advised that
their alternative was to hold an election. Mr. Cordell, a representative of the
Talbot residents in favor of annexation, stated that the easiest action would be
to have a meeting in the Chamber of Commerce Hall, of the Talbot residents that
seek annexation, informaing them of the results and allowing the people to decide
what course they wish to take.
A communication was read from Edward J. Logan, Superintendent of Elections and
Registration, King County, Washington, stating that Renton's pro-rated share of
expenses for the elections held on February 14th and March 14, as provided for in
Chapter 53 of the Laws of 1923 was $3,716.98. This charge is transferred from
Renton's account to the King County Ourrent Expense Fund by the County Treasurer.
Mayor Baxter requested that this communication be placed on file.
A communication was read from Rudolph H. Seppi requesting a street light be in-
stalled near the corner of 82nd and South 140th.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that this be referred to the Fire,
Light & Water Committee to investigate and report back. Carried.
A communication was aread from Perry L. Torbergson, News Editor of the Renton
News Record advising the Mayor and Councilmen that he was resigning his position
as News Editor of the Renton News Record to accept the position as Editor of the
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of the Columbia Basin Daily News in Pasco, and wished to sincerely thank the Mayor,
Councilmen and City Officials and members of their entire office staff for their
past cooperation. Mayor Baxter requested that the communication be placed on file.
A communication was read from G. R. Bennett, Manager of the Renton Pacific Telephone
and Telegraph Company business office asking for consent to cancel a Police alarm
agreement that is no longer operative according to the Police Department. The agree-
ment provides for a customary thirty day notice and request for either party to the
contract in order to receive authorization to cancel same.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the Council grant the request and the City
Attorney be instructed to so notify the Telephone Company. Carried.
A communication was received from Eileen Flaherty, waiving and declaring her signature
void on the petition in favor of annexation of the Talbot Hill area. The communication
was ordered filed with the Talbot Annexation file.
A communication was received from Albert D. Rosellini, Attorney, stating that attor-
neys from his law office represented about twenty property owners wishing exclusion
from the proposed annexation of Talbot Hill. The communication was ordered filed with
the Talbot annexation file.
A petition, signed by 22 property owners - 100% of the interested parties, was read
requesting that the alley in block 17, Renton Highlands Addition bre closed, and each < t:
of the owners be granted permission to use one-half of the alley fronting on each lot,
bounded by the extension of the lot lines to the center of said alley for the con-
struction of fences or structures of a temporary nature, or improvements such as
lawns, gardens, playyeards, etc.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the City Engineer and City Attorney be
instructed to investigate the percentage of signatures on the petition. Carried.
A communication was read from the Mayor's Fire Rezoning Committee, signed by acting
City Engineer, James Highton, Building Inspector, Walter Will, Fire Chief Floyd
Lawrence and the special committee appointed by Mayor Baxter consisting of Hugh Bruce,
Steve Tamborini and Charles Delaurenti, dividing the City of Renton into four fire
zones; 12 1-Al 2 and 3 giving their classifications, etc.
Moved by riichardson, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the Ordinance
Committee and City Attorney to draw up an Ordinance. Carried.
A communication was read from W. J. Evans, Chief Coal Mine Inspector, of the State of
Washington, dated June 5th, stating that on June 2nd Councilman Reid had accompanied
him on an inspection of the open air shaft on the corner lot at 8th and Renton Avenue
on Renton Hill and they then called on Mr. H. H. Waldorf, Superintendent of Shuffle-
ton Plant, representing the Puget Sound Power and Light Company and took him to see
the open shaft and requested that same be filled. Mr. Waldorf assured them that the
shaft would be filled and closed on Monday, June 5th. The Mayor ordered the communi-
cation filed.
A statement was read from the Waterfront Ships' Service, Inc., Pier 59, Seattle 1,
showing a balance due them of $641.79 for theremovaland relocation of a Control
Tower on the Renton Municipal Airport, which had been approved by the Airport Manager.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded- by Freyman, that this bill be referred to the Finance
Committee for a report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DF.LAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FRE'YMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RIMM, REID$
.NNW DULLAHANT, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Councilman Trimm reported on the Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge sewer proposal question that
Superintendent of Utilities, S.R. Waller, Acting City Engineer, James Highton and
himself had met with representatives of the Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge Committee and their
engineers, to discuss the feasibility of their connecting to the Renton Sewage
Disposal Plant. The Sanitation Committee recommended that the Council inform these
people that Renton favored extending the privilege of sewer connections to them at
a cost of approximately 85% per connection or 10¢ over Renton's cost per item; that
if Renton's rates are raised or lowered, Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge' s rates would be
raised or lowered proportionately.
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Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Sanitation Committee.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the above motion be amended that the
Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge people be notified that the Renton Sewage Disposal Plant can
handle their sewage at the present time. Carried.
The original motion then carried.
The Commissioner, representing the Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge people asked just what in-
formation they would be given regarding the sewage problem, that unless they knew
an approximate cost to base their figures on, if they were to join to Renton's
Sewage Disposal Plant, they would not know just what figures they could use for a ..�
basis tocbtermine if it would be cheaper to install and maintain their own dis-
posal plant.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge District people
be further notified that the City of Renton is ready to negotiate with them.
Carried.
The Street and Alley Co7mittee was granted more time on the petitions for repair-
ing the road on 116th S.E., and oiling the Street in front of the K.P. Nall from
2nd to Tobin.
The Street and Alley Committee recommended that the Hill east of Renton be named
Renton Scenic Hill. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council
concur in the recommendation of the Street and Alley Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that Mr. Schaeffer (of the Crouse-Hinds Electrical equip-
ment Company) would investigate the type of light necessary , at the intersection
of Burnett and Walla Walla that had no traffic light and will report to Mr. Reid
on the type of light to be used. More time was granted the Street & Alley Committee
and Fire Bight and Water Committee on this problem.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that he had contacted James Highton, Acting City
Engineer and they would have information soon on the 4th Avenue north extension.
More time was granted the committees on the petition for vacating Block 18
Renton Highlands Addition, as the Planning Committee had not made a report.
Councilman Freyman asked that any persons that had previously made arrangements
with the City Treasurer to attend the galla Walla Convention, that were not able
to attend, to so advise the Treasurer so that cancellations of reservations can
be made to allow others to use these accommodations.
Councilman Dullahant stated that there was a bad traffic condition at 4th Avenue
north and Factory Street. -
Councilman Bruce stated that a re-survey should be made of this intersection.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that if a policeman were posted at this intersection
for a 15 minute period at the peak traffic times, just previous to 8:00 o'clock
A.M. , and just after 4:30 o'clock P.M., and gave tickets to some of the worse
offenders, that this would eliminate the speeders and traffic offenders. Council-
man Reid stated he would have Mr. Schaeffer check this intersection at his next
visit and have him give a price on a suitable light.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that this be referred to the Fire
Light and Water Committee for a report back and that Chief Stewart have a police-
man at this intersection for. a 15 minute period night and morning for a week or
so.
Councilman Richardson reported that Mr. Boisseau, 606 Renton Avenue, had con-
tacted acting City Engineer, James Highton requesting that steps be taken in re- •"
gards to creating an alley in the rear of his home and that a petition for same
would soon be presented to the Council for consideration.
Mayor Baxter stated that the Library Board and Park Board appointments would be
made at the next council meeting.
Mayor Baxter appointed James Highton as City Engineer.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the appoint-
ment of the Mayor. Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed S. R. Waller as Superintendent of Utilities. Moved by Bruce,
seconded by i'ichardson, that the Council concur in the appointment of the Mayor.
Carried.
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Mayor Baxter appointed Dr. C.L.-Dixon as Health Officer. Moved by Delaurenti,
seconded by Bruce, that the Gouncil concur in the appointment of the Mayor.Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed Vincent Stewart as Chief of Police. Moved by Delaurenti,
seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the appointment of the Mayor.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed Floyd Lawrence as Fire Chief. Moved by Reid, seconded by
Richardson, that the Council concur in the appointment of the Mayor. Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed John Dobson as City Attorney. Moved by Delaurenti, seconded
by Bruce, that the council concur in the appointment of the Mayor.
A roll call vote was taken resulting as follows:
DELAURENTI, AYE; RICHARDSON, NO; SWIFT, AYE; BRUCE, AYE; FREYMAN, AYE; HANSEN, NO;
HAGEN, NO; TRIMM, NO; REID, NO; DULI.AHANT, NO; DAVIDSON, NO AND TANIBORINI, AYE.
There being 5 Aye's and 7 No's, the appointment was not confirmed.
Councilman Delaurenti requested information as to the status of the present City
Attorney until such time as a City Attorney has legally been selected by the Mayor
and Council.
Mayor Baxter stated that it was his impression that the present City Attorney would
retain his present status as City Attorney until the time that an attorney was
selected by the Mayor and Council.
Mayor Baxter appointed Vincent Stewart as Assistant Health Officer. Moved by
Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the council concur in the appointment of
the Mayor. Carried,
Mayor Baxter appointed Wiley Crook as Purchasing Agent. Moved by Richardson,
seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council concur in the recommendation of. the Mayor.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed Dorothea Gossett as Assistant Registrar of Voters. Moved by
Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that the council concur in the appointment of the Mayor.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter requested that the Fire, Light and Water Committee be divided into
two committees due to the very important question of Power and Light for the coming
year and that these committees be called POWER AND LIGHT and FIRE AND WATER. The
Mayor further requested that the Real Property Committee and Personal Property
Committee be combined under the heading of REAL AND PTimNAL PROPERTY COMMITTEE.
Councilman kichardson, of the Ordinance Committee, stated that under Ordinance
jF1361 the Mayor could appoint additional committees and that the Ordinance
Committee could present a new Ordinance amending Ordinance #1361 in order to comply
with the request, of the Mayor.
Mayor Baxter appointed the following Committees; the first man named on each
committee will serve as Chairman.
WAYS AND ME ANS COMMITTEE FINANCE AND CLAIMS COMMITTEE
Steve Tamborini, Chairman Herman Freyman Chairman
Herman Freyman Steve Tamborini
Judy Davidson Olin Hansen
LIGHT AND POWER COMMITTEE AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING C'OMNIITTEE
Walt Reid, Chairman Judy Davidson, Chairman
Charles Delaurenti Clarence Dullahant
George Swift Ben Richardson
FIRE AND WATER COMMITTEE POLICE AND LICENSE COMMITTEE
Clarence Dullahant, Chairman Charles Delaurenti, Chairman
Hugh Bruce Steve Tamborini
Thomas Trimm Thomas Trimm.
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,REAL ANp PFOPERTY COAMTTEE LAW AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE
Hugh Bruce, Chairman Ben Richardson, Chairman
George Swift Arne Hagen
Herman Freyman Charles Delaurenti
SANITATION COMMITTEE
Thomas Trimm, Chairmani PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Judy Davidson Olin Hansen, Chairman
Arne Hagen Hugh Bruce
Walt Reid
_STREET AND ALLEY COMMITTEE LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE
George Swift, Chairman Arne Hagen, Chairman
(%larence Dullahant Walt Reid
Ben Richardson Olin Hansen
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Ordinance Committee amend
Ordinance #1361 establishing certain standing committees of the City Council and
the duties thereof, establishing certain other committees. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that there was considerable complaint about the Lake Shore
lines busses parking in front of the Tally Ho during the heavy traffic in the
mornings and evenings and stated that the Street and Alley Committee recommended
that the City Clerk direct a letter to Mr. Grabner, Manager of the Lake Shore Lines
asking his opinion in regards to parking the busses off the street from 7:30 to
8:00 ot:;lock A.M.) and from 4:30 to 5:00 o'clock P.M. Moved by Bruce, seconded by
Hansen, that the Street and Alley
Council concur in the recommendation of the r y
Committee. Carried.
Councilman Arne Hagen, former Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee had previously
recommended that the monies for the riercury vapor lightshe installed on 3rd Avenue
from Morris Street to Rainier Avenue and the present lights in this location be
changed to Raini--r Avenue between the intersection of 3rd Avenue and Airport Way,
be taken from the Street Department Capital Outlay Fund and this referred to the
Fire Light and Water Committee for recommendation.
Councilman Bruce stated that the long dry grass around several of the buildings in
Mothers Park was creating quite a fire hazard.
Park Superintendent Gene Coulon, stated that there was no grass on the Park Property
with the exception of the Junior Playground.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Park Department borrow a mower from the
Street Department and cut this grass, or to get someone to cut it in exchange for
the grass. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that there were shrubs growing on Bronson Way acrodd from
the Pacific Coast Railroad Crossing and that it was difficult tosee the traffic
approaching Bronson Way from the East and recommended that these shrubs be removed.
The Street Department is requested to take care of this problem.
Counc:ilman Dullahant stated that while the new roof was being put on the tank on
the hill, the small house with the controls should be repaired and painted. Moved
by Reid, seconded by Swift, that this be referred to the Fire and Water Committee.
Carried.
Councilman Reid reported that there were a few dark spots on Factory Street that
needed lights. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that this be referred
to the Light and Power Committee to check and report back. Carried.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audsted by the Finance Committee were
presented:
CURRENT EXPENDITURES
Claims $756.79 7597-7617
2763.52 18--4.8
Payroll 306.87 49--64
Claims
WATER EXPENDITURES
205.18 7940 —45
Claims
Payrolls 1531.64 622-68
1736.58
Claims
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CITY STREET EXPENDITURES
Claims $1380.73 5552-5561
Payrolls 2059.02 62-82
Claims 1789.36 83-98
SEWER DISPOSAL
Claims 33.99 1847
Payrolls 748.65 48-57
Claims 146.80 58-63
ATHLETIC FIELD RJN
Claims 14.94 507—
Payrolls 175.77 8-9
Claims 18.26 10-11
AIRPORT FUND
�.. Claims 302.60 896-99
Payrolls 529.07 900-03
Claims 26.34 4-07
PARK
Claims 340.35 1354-59
Payrolls 571.63 60-65
Claims 319.91 66-69
AIRPORT CONTROL TOWER
Claims Waterfront Ship's Ser.Inc. 641.79 411
LIBRARY FUND
Claims 494.66 2091-2104
FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND
Claims 250.00 27-28
Moved by Tamborini., seconded by i�ichardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:35 P.M.
Cil Clerk
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Renton, Washington
June 13, 1950
The regular meeting of the City council was called to order by 1,16yor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, DULLAHANT, DAVIDSON AND TAMBOR.INI.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City
Engineer, James Highton; Building Inspector, Walter Will; Park Board Chairman, Lon
Tackett. ...
Councilman Richardson asked that Councilman Delaurenti's inquiry as to the status
of the present City Attorney until such time as a City Attorney is selected by the
Mayor and Council and the Mayor' s answer, that his impression was that the present
City Attorney would retain his present status until the time that an attorney was
selected by the Mayor and Council, be incorporated in June 6th minutes.
Councilman Delaurenti asked that his motion, seconded by Bruce, that the Council
concur in the appointment by the Mayor of John Dobson as City Attorney be included
in the June 6th minutes.
Councilman Hagen, former Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, asked that his
statement confirming favorable action by the Ways and Means Committee and the re-
ferring to the Fire Light & Water Committee for their recommendation, the mercury
vapor lights being installed on 3rd Avenue from Morris Street to Rainier Avenue
and the present lights in this location, be changed to Rainier Avenue between the
intersection of 3rd Avenue and Airport Way, at a previous meeting be also included
in the June 6th minutes.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the minutes of the June 6th meet-
ing be approved as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from Thomas B. Nichols, Committeeman of Pack & Scout
Troop No. 400, Boy Scouts of America, requesting permission to distribute hand bills
advertising a scout carnival at the Highlands Administration Building, by airplane ••�
over the City of Renton either June 19, 20 or 21, 1950 and asked for a speedy and
favorably reply. They have secured permission from the CAA cont�_ngent upon the
approval of the Chamber of Commerce, Airport Manager and Council action.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council allow the Boy Scouts to
scatter these bills by airplane providing they get CAA sanction and the Airport
Manager's approval and conform with all City regulations. Carried.
A petition, signed by Wallace H. Barnes was read requesting the City to vacate the
320 foot Street on Renton Scenic Hill, with the required City provisions. City
Clerk, Wiley Crook, informed Councilman Swift, that this was in the rear of the
Barnes property on Jones Street. Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that this
be referred to the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
A petition was read from Charles G. Keigwin, M.D., requesting permission to move
the Keigwin Clinic from its present location to the adjoining lots and to build an
18 foot extension on the rear of the building. Consultation with City Engineer
Highton reveals that the Keigwin Clinic is in Fire Zone 1. Proposed new construc-
tion and moving does not meet the requirements of Fire Zone 1. Dr. Keigwin requested
the City Council to make an exception of this case. Proposed moving and new con-
struction to cost approximately $5000.00.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to a special committee
with Charles Delaurenti, Chairman, Herman Freyman and George Swift, Building
Inspector Will, City Engineer Highton and Tire Chief Lawrence for a report back.
Carried.
A petition was read from Lloyd A. Manney and Harry Endsley, requesting a permit
to operate a grocery delivery service in the corporate limits of Renton. Moved
by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this application be referred to the Police
and License Committee and City Attorney with power to act.
A petition was read from Edward L. Stephens, requesting a permit to operate a
cycle delivery service in the corporate limits of Renton.
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Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reid, that this be referred to the Police and License
Committee and City Attorney with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from W. J. Evans, Chief Coal Mine Inspector, State of
Washington, stating that he had made a final examination of the old mine shaft on
Renton Hill and reported that the shaft is now filled. Moved by Richardson, seconded
by Tamborini, that the City Clerk write Mr. Evans a letter of thanks for his prompt
service. Carried.
Three separate petitions.. -signed by 102 property owners in Maplewood, requesting
grading, rolling, oiling and placing of cover stone, conforming with plans and speci—
fications prepared by the City Engineer, were read. Should the pledges be insufficient
for purchase of materials, these people request an L.I.D., be formed. Moved by
Richardson, seconded by Reid, that all three petitions be referred to the Street and
Alley Committee and City Engineer to check. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee presented Resolution No. 776 authorizing the City Treasurer
to transfer the sum of $3842.66 from the Current Expense 'Fund as a loan to L.I.D.,
Fund , 230 and dispurse monies from this fund in payment and redemption of warrants
against such fund. This sum is transferred as a loan only and same with accruing
interest shall be repaid and retransferred back to the Current Expense Fund if and when
monies accumulate in said L.I.D., Fund ¢230 from the collection of assessments.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that Resolution No. 776 be adopted as read.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter announced that at 9:30 o'clock this evening there would be a special
meeting with power representatives and Wednesday evening at 7:30 P.M., the Council
would meet with the Grande Company.
Mayor Baxter asked if any of the councilmen would like to change their vote on the
appointment of John Dobson as City Attorney, that was not concurred in last meeting,
and further stated he would like to know what the objections were in this case so that
he might know what action to take. Mayor Baxter made a reply to the Council and the
people of Renton, in regard to the above appointment and summed it up by stating that
he made the appointment of Mr. Dobson because he firmly believes that he is the best
qualified and experienced person available for the position of City Attorney for the
City of Renton.
Councilman Delaurenti asked if a copy of this statement would be given to both local
papers. Mayor Baxter stated that both papers would receive a copy.
Councilman Reid stated that in his opinion the character and qualifications of John
Dobson were unquestionable, that he felt City Attorney Arthur Haugan was familiar
with the City business and also the Power problem and if Mr. Dobson had been in Mr.
Haugan's place, he would have taken the same stand. Councilman ni.chardson stated that
his sentiments were the same as Councilman Reid in regard to his vote.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council proceed with the next order of
business. Carried.
A communication was read from City Engineer Highton stating that he and Tom Dobson
had met with Mr. George Shearer, District Engineer, State Department of Highways and
discussed the prospective routes of the State Highway system through Renton. Mr.
Shearer informed them the location of the highway is still in the preliminary stage
and indicated that we would expect definite information in the spring of 1951. They
were advised by Mr. Shearer that it would be unwise for the City of Renton to proceed
with any plans for crossing the Northern Pacific Right—of—way in North Renton until
such time as the State Department of Highways has arrived at a definite location of
the highway routes through Renton. He stated that, looking into the future planning
for our city street system, he would like to go on record as proposing that joint
action of the City Council and the City Planning Commission be taken to study the
proposition of rerouting the Northern Pacific Railroad over the Pacific Coast Railroad
tracks through Renton. He believes the plan is feasible and economical for the
Northern Pacific Railroad to reroute and permit the City of Renton to acquire their
right—of—way through the City.
Councilman Bruce stated that there was no question that it is feasible; if it could
be accomplished it would be a wonderful thing for the City of Renton. Councilman
Reid also stated that this would be a wonderful accomplishment for the City of Renton.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the City Engineer and this be referred to the City Engineer to start work on this
proposal.
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A communication was read from James L. Highton, City Engineer, stating that he had
received the approval of the Renton Post Office to renumber and rename "G" Street
in the Renton Highlands that dead ends in Block 18 and recommended that this portion
of "G" Street be renamed "G Place" and the houses be renumbered to exclude the
suffix letter as now shown on the Official House Number Map. Moved by Richardson,
seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the City Eng—
ineer. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the City Clerk be instructed to notify
the Post Office of this change in Street name and numbers. Carried.
The City Clerk is to notify the owners of these houses of this change in name and
number if the Post Office does not do so.
A communicsation was read from Chief of Police Stewart stating that the traffic
division of the Police Department had made a study of the traffic situation on 4th
Avenue adjacent to the Pacific Car and Foundry Company to alleviate the congestion
and protect the foot traffic at certain rush hours, and the Traffic Division re—
com.lended that a traffic light be installed at 4th and Factory Street. They further
recommended that a time clock be included in the controlller which will enable the
signal to be operated remotely at any predetermined time and for any length of time,
They requested that consideration be given to the portable traffic signal offered
for sale to the City of Renton by the Starbuck Machine Toll Company of Seattle.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm that this be referred to the Light and Power
Committee to cheek and report back.
Councilman Reid stated that he had gone to
investigate this intersection with the Traffic Division and requested a week to make
the report. The motion carried.
City Engineer, James Highton reported that the signatures on the vacation of Block
17 in the Renton Highlands were 100% signatures of property owners who own pro—
perty adjacent to the alley.
The City Clerk stated that Puget Sound Power and Light Company had requested Council
action on the Sodium Vapor Light Contract.
Councilman Reid stated he understood that it was not the company's policy to write
less than a 5 year contract on these lights.
City Attorney Haugan stated that if the City of Renton were liable to be buying
the distributing system from the Puget Sound Power and Light Company within the
next two years there would be a question as to the cash value of the contract and
the City of Renton might have to buy back the contract at a premium.
Councilman Reid stated that was the reason why the Light & Power Committee wanted
the contract to read a two year term.
Mayor Baxter asked City Attorney Haugan if we couldn't add a flyer to the contract
in regards to the two years.
Moved by Richardson, sec,-nded by Tamborini, that this be referred to the City
Attorney and Light & Power Committee to check with the Puget Sound Power and Light
Company in regards to this contract. Carried.
Councilman Reid stated that he and the City Engineer had investigated the Light
at Burnett & Walla Walla and Mr. Schaeffer, had reported through Mr. Chapman that
a louver on this type of light at a higher plane of vision was working successfully
on other intersections. City Engineer Highton and Councilman Reid had agreed on
this form of light.
Councilman Swift stated that he had studied these lights and requested more time
for recommendation. More time granted. „!
Councilman "ichardson requested that the estimated cost be included in the next
report.
The Street and Alley Committee was granted more time for reporting on the oiling
of the road on 116th and Burnett Street in front of the K.P. Hall.
The Street and Alley Committee reported that the City Engineer had quoted an
estimated contract cost of $4500.00 for a 2 inch asphaltic concrete pavement from
and includinh the bridge northeast on Houser Way to Bronson Way and also on Houser
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Way to Mills Street a 2 inch asphaltic concrete pavement, the estimated contract
cost would be $2000.00. The estimated oiling cost would be $500.00.
The City Engineer stated that Dexter Tonkin and the City of Seattle are also
interested parties in this particular portion of the Street.
Councilman Richardson stated from the bridge to Bronson Way is practically all City
property and asked why not put in this 2 inch asphaltic concrete pavement as maint—
enance work, under maintenance labor and go ahead with it now out of Maintenance
Labor cost.
Mayor Baxter asked how the budget was set up to cover this expense.
City Clerk, Wiley Crook, stated that $25,000 was set aside as maintanance and another
$25,000 was outlay. The City Clerk further stated there was enough to take care of
this particular road, if they dont include too many additional roads in the City.
City Attorney Haugan answered Councilman lichardson that it was customary for the
railroad to stand some of the cost if the railroad runs across the street, probably
not voluntarily, if the road was parallel to the tracks. They are not obligated under
a franchise.
Councilman Richardson stated that this was taken up with the railroad once before
and turned down and also the property owners on the west side had also turned it
down.
Councilman Tamborini suggested that as trucks were not allowed on the road, that
the oiling would be sufficient on this part of the road, as it was much cheaper.
Councilman Richardson stated that the amount of traffic over Houser Way was extremely
heavy and that it would be cheaper in the long run for the City to put on the 2 inch
asphaltic concrete mat.
Councilman Reid stated that the monthly repair bill to that road had amounted to
more than $4500.00 for the past couple of years, and he agreed with Councilman
Richardson , that the City make a permanent job.
..r City Engineer Highton answered Councilman Davidson that the 2 inch mat would last
indefinitely.
Moved by hichardson, seconded by Hansen, that Houser Way to and including the bridge
be improved with a 2 inch asphaltic concrete mat, the cost to come from the Street
Outlay Fland. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that the City Engineer prepare plans and speci—
fication for this improvement and that bids be called for and thelate of July 11th
be set for the opening of bids. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the City Engineer contact the property
owners in regard to that portion of the road west on Houser Way from the bridge to
Mills Street to make improvements. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that he had asked the City Engineer to run a grade down
Main Street from 2nd Avenue north to the River and they had reported a maximum
settlement of a 300 foot area, 13 inches below grade in certain places on this street.
A preliminary estimate of the cost of repairing this grade would be $2500.00.
Mayor Baxter asked if it were possible to put in a drainage or sump hole, where the
street has settled, to drain the water into the river.
Councilman Richardson stated this would mean putting a drain down the middle of the
street to the river. Moved by Reid, seconded by Delaurenti, that this be referred
to the Street & Alley Committee, City Magineer and Ways & Means Committee. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that according to Paul Houser, former Housing Authority
Head, that the Federal Government would go along with the Council in the requests
for vacation of the Alley in Block 18.
Councilman Reid stated that we had turned this over to the Planning Commission and
that we must wait for their communication.
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Councilman Swift stated that he had attended the meeting and that the Planning
Commission would agree with any action that the Council might take, if 100% of
the people in the block would petition for the vacation of the alley in said block.
Councilman Bruce stated there was an error in the description of the property on
Burnett Street that was deeded from Mr. Bennett.
City Engineer Highton stated that he was informed that the original description
of the property did not agree with the intent.
Mayor Baxter stated there was a 601 right—of—way to the railroad track. That before
the plans left the Engineer's office the right—of—way had been changed to 901.
The City was to give 301 and Bennett was to give 301 but that according to the legal
description in the deed, Bennett is giving 601 which was not intended by the
Council or Bennett in the original agreement and that if the original agreement was
not conformed to, it would seriously decrease the value of one of Bennett's lots
adjacent to the property.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Real & Property Committee stated that his com—
mittee recommended that the title be revised to the satisfaction of everyone.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recom—
mendation of the Property Committee and the City Engineer and the lines be so
corrected as originally planned, 30 feet from Bennett and 30 feet from the City.
City Attorney Haugan stated that the City holds a deed and a title policy from the
seller to the City and Tom Dobson has in his possession two maps of this corner
that are not alike. City Attorney Haugan had asked Mr. McHugh, who was at that time
City Engineer, if there had been an error. Mr. McHugh stated that there was in a
distance figure, but as far as Mr. McHugh was concerned there is no error in the
curve. The City Attorney stated that Mr. Bennett says he is not giving the right
curve, also that this deed is now the City's property, the Council can't give the
City property back by a motion. Councilman Richardson withdrew his motion with con—
sent of his second, Councilman Tamborini.
Councilman iLichardson stated that on recommendation of the City Attorney the City
Council as a whole and the City Engineer, should report back at the next meeting.
Councilman Bruce stated that if this was not right, how can the Council figure
it belonged to the City in the first place.
Councilman Tamborini stated that Mr. Bennett and his attorney had checked before
Mr. Bennett had signed, but that the City of Renton would be glad to check any
error that has been made.
Councilman Bruce stated that the question of legal property of the City should not
be turned back to the Engineer for a survey, as the City Engineer has already
determined the lines are wrong.
Councilman Richardson stated he felt that the City Council should check this matter.
Councilman Freyman stated that he felt ,the Council should check with the City
Engineer and report back at the next Council meeting.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the City Council should check this
matter with the City Engineer and report back at the next Council meeting.
Carried.
The Finance and Claims Committee recommended that payment be made of $61+1.79, the
balance due the Waterfront Ships) Service, Inc., Pier 59, Seattle for the removal
and relocation of the Control Tower on the Renton Municipal Airport.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Finance and Claims Committee. Carried.
Councilman Dull.ahant reported that the matter of fixing the control house on top
of the Renton Scenic Hill is finished.
The City Clerk read a communication from James Highton, City Engineer to Chairman
Thomas Trimm of the Sanitation Committee stating that the City Engineer had made a
double check on the capacity of Renton's Sewage Disposal Plant in conjunction with
the Engineering Department of the State Department of Health. This check had re—
vealed the metering device for measuring the volume of sewage flowing into the
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plant is defective and the information that was given at the recent committee
meeting with the Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge delegation was in error. Calculating
Rentonts sewage volume from discharge of the plant pumps, they find that the
plant is operating at near capacity now and will be at full capacity during
the wet season. Under these present circumstances, the City Engineer recommended
against use of our plant for any outside sewage until the capacity of the plant
has been increased.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the City
Engineer and that the people in Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge be so notified. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, as long as Mr. Haugan is still Renton's
City Attorney, that he be allowed his expenses, the same as all Department heads,
to attend the Association of Washington Cities Convention in Walla Walla. This
meeting will benefit the City Attorney along the lines of the power situation and
there are certain questions they want his advice on, as, regarding the question
of off-street parking that is to be brought up at the Convention. The motion
carried.
Councilman Tamborini asked that all Department heads be notified by the City Clerk
to turn over to the Council, a statement of the balance in their budget for the
next year, so they would have something to work on in preparing the next years
budget as the City had lots of expenses and lots of new work to be taken care of.
Councilman Richardson stated this would give them some valuable information to
use in working on the budget.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the City Clerk notify all depart-
ment heads to turn in a statement of the balance in their budgets as of June
30, 1950, to aid in the preparing of next yearts budget. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini stated as Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee and a
member of the Finance Committee, he was interested in knowing just what amount each
Department has left in their budgets this year.
Mr. Helberg of the Chronicle asked Mayor Baxter for a fair explanation of how he
was misquoted as stated in Mayor Baxterts report. Mayor Baxter stated that he
would see that Mr. Helberg was given this explanation.
Mr. Robert A. Howard of Block 17, Renton Highlands, stated that as long as the
City Engineer said it was checked and that there were 100% on this petition, that -'A
he be granted special permission from the Council to put up a fence now as he was
leaving the City for Alaska for one year and would like to have the fence completed
before he left on July 1st.
Councilman Richardson stated that as this matter had been turned over to the
Planning Commission, no action should be taken until they had received a written
report from the Planning Commission. Councilman Reid stated that there was no
objections to him putting a fence up, that the Council themselves would go along
with them. Councilman Bruce stated there was a reason why this was turned over to
Planning Commission for a report and that they could not take it out of the hands
of the Planning Commission.
Mrs. Howard of the Highlands stated that she had contacted Mr. Myers of the City
Planning Commission and that he stated the Commission was agreeable to any action
of the City Council as long as they had received 100% of the signatures on the
petition, and that as the next meeting of the Commission would be the 21st of June,
which would bring it before the Council again later than July 11th. Councilman Swift
stated that he had attended the Planning Commission meeting and they had stated
that any Block that had come in with 100% action on a petition, either one way or
another, that they would agree with any action by the City Council. Mr. Howard
stated that if he were granted permission to put his fence up now, at anytime
there was reverse action by the Council, he would remove the fence.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that Mr. Howard be allowed to put in his fence
temporarily. Councilman Bruce asked why not dispos@ of all the property owners
requests? Councilman Tamborini stated that he did not care to act on the request
to erect a fence on just the one piece of propertyp that any Council approval
should be for the entire block. Mr. Howard stated that they had already had 100`$
of the signatures and at anytime they will remove any obstacles.
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Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the motion be amended to read 'J
THAT THE COUNCIL TAKES FAVORABLE ACTION ON THE PETITION OF BLOCK 17, RENTON
HIGHLANDS, AS PETITIONED THE COUNCIL. Carried. The original motion then carried.
Councilman Dullahant stated that as Wednesday, June 14th was flag day, the Council
have a flag displayed on the City Hall.
Councilman Tamborini stated that a flag was displayed everyday on the City Hall,
Councilman Richardson, asked for and Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RI114.,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Mayor Moody of Kent and Councilman Duffy Armstrong and Don Bell, Jr., of-the Kent's
Light Committee were introduced, also representatives of the Pacific Northwest
Company were in the audience.
Moved by Richardson,: seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:55 otclock P.M.
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Renton, Wash
June 20, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter,
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAUItENTI, RICF.APDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM.,, REID, DAVID-
SON, TAMBOFINI AND DULI.AHANT.
_ OFFIC:IALS AND DEPART1,ENT HEADS PRESENT ZFF: City Attorney, Arthur Haguan, Asst.
Police Chief, Angelo Busato; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence, City Clerk, Wilay Crook;
City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Supt. of Utilities,
S. R. Waller; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Walt Will, Bldg. Inspector, Ned Stokes,
Airport Manager and Park Board Chairman, Lon Tackett.
Councilman 1tichardson asked that Councilman Delaurenti's name be substituted for his
in June 13th minutes.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes be approved as corrected.
Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
N0. AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
1930 100.00 Adolph Roipiti. 432 Cedar Street Repair porches
31 200.00 Roy. Storey 129 Meadow Repair house
32 2000.00 Mrs. Jack Plano 822 Riverside Dr. Remodel house
33 4500.00 Allan Lane 8650 138th So. it "
34 200.00 Ivor Williams 415 Tobin Remodel house
35 700,.00 J.C. Edwardo 116 Tobin Ave Repair house
36 100.00 Bob Benson 251 Sunset Blvd. Remodel house
37 100.00 Emil Fontana 7 - Renton St. Install oil tanks
38 100.00 Mrs. A. Burrows 913 2nd North Repair residence
39 Renton School Dist. #403 Renton Install plumbing
.� 40 500.00 O.E. Swartz 625 G. Street Remodel house
41 100.00 Harold Severoid 407 Williams St. erect fence
42 John Peternal 702 Renton Ave. Install furnace
43 John Delaurenti 445 Smithers St. install furnace
44 300.00 Frank Vidmar 500 Renton Ave Erect garage
45 50.00 S.W. Polson 2212 9th Pl. Erect fence
46 9000.00 W. H. Watkins 105 Wells St. (Apt.A) Erect house
47 250.00 R. L. Haynes 2514 6th Ave. No. Erect garage
48 100.00 John Tarella 421 Burnett St. repair house
49 Harry Shearer 313 Wells St. Install water tank
50 100.00 Bob Benson 251 Sunset Blvd. electrical service
51 100.00 Mrs. Maud Lanich 441 N. Williams St. Repair porch
52 100.00 Fobert A. Howard 2513 7th Ave. No. erect fence
53 100.00 Allan Langlois 2509 7th Ave. No. erect fence
54 100.00 R. Geissler 2617 6th Ave. No* erect fence
55 250.00 Harold Adkisson 12548 S.E. 141st erect garage
56 R. Rockhill 440 Pel].y Ave Gil conversion
57 10b.00 J. Bryant 408 Windsor Way driveway & bulkhead
58 100.00 John Grubesich 1408 2nd Ave. N. erect fence
59 700.00 Melvin Daniel 808 A. St. erect gauge
60 350.00 James Ramsay 2423-0, 7th Ave. No. Basement & fence
61 400.00 C.W. Jensen 816 C. Street erect garage
62 100.00 N. R. Baird 405 Bronson Way N. repair garage
63 8000.00 Tom Nichols 541 I. Street erect residence
64 1800.00 Thomas Edwardo 320 Williams St. No. remodel residence
65 8500.00 Rudolph Zaputil 13824 89th S. Erect house
66 8500.00 Rudolph Zaputil 13824 89th S. erect house
Councilman Reid made a report on the power question, stating that the Mayor and
power-representatives of the Council had investigated the various companies, had
held meetings, attended meetings, that bonding companies had made recommendations
to them and they would like to recommend that the Grande Company be instructed to
proceed with the survey of the Power situation of the City of Renton.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hanson, on recommendation of the City Attorney
and Power & Light Committee, that the Council concur in the above recommendation.
Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Mayor and City Clerk be in—
structed to sign a contract. Carried.
Mr. Shepherd of the Grande Company stated he would appreciate having the contract
signed at this time by the Mayor and City Clerk.
Mayor Baxter stated that a Mrs. George Pitcher wished to address the Council.
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Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council acted as Mayor pro tem during
Mayor Baxter's temporary absence from the Council meeting.
Councilman Bruce explained that Mrs. Pitcher wished to speak in regard to Block
17, Renton Highlands.
Mrs. Pitcher stated that it was her understanding that several weeks ago, as far
as the property owners on the alley were concerned, the question was raised as to
whether the alleys were to be vacated or not. Her understanding was that the
Council had voted not to vacate the alleys on 7th Avenue, Block 17, Renton High—
lands, and those abutting off of 7th Avenue North now. Last week the City Council
had voted to give permission to two property owners, Mr. Howard and Mr. Langlois
to divide this 16 feet of property, which belong-s to the City of Renton, and give
g feet to the property owners on each side -- this has been done, closing the
alley completely so no one can possibily go through, the alley cannot be properly
policed, nor can fire hydrants be installed where the property is fenced. Gas and
oil is being stored in the rear of hers, and other property creating a fire hazard,
they themselves cannot afford adequate fire insurance to such a loss. Mrs. Pitcher
further stated that a short time ago the Supreme Court Judge, in reporting the
opinion of the judges in a case such as this one, had said "Dictum", against a
municipality, such as Renton. The property owners that did sign the petition, Mrs.
Pitcher stated, signed under false pretenses, that this alley was dedicated to the
City of Renton by the Federal Government and should remain as such. Councilman
Bruce stated that the alley had not been vacated. Mrs. Pitcher stated even though
they say it is not vacated, it has been and people are building fences and build— ..n
ing and using right up to the center line of the alleys. Councilman- Delaurenti
asked City Engineer Highton as to the 100% signatures. City Engineer Highton
stated that 100% of the property owners had signed the petition. Councilman Bruce
stated that the Highlands Alley property does not abutt all the property in the
block.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the City Attor—
ney to check further into this situation. Carried.
Acting Mayor Delaurenti called a short recess. After the recess, Mayor Baxter
called the meeting to order.
ROLL CALL: D EL,AURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON, TA' BORINI AND DULLAHANT.
A communication was read from Mayor Baxter to Councilman Delaurenti, President
of the Council, stating that he had presented his appointment of John Dobson, as
City Attorney, to the City Council and as his appointment was not acceptable to
the Council and he did not wish to make another appointment, he had allowed the
10 day period as established by law for another mayoralty appointment to lapse,
that he had thus left it up to the Council to select a City Attorney.
Councilman Bruce asked if the action was open for the Council to make a selection
at this time. Mayor Baxter stated that it was. _
Councilman Bruce nominated John Dobson for City Attorney,
Councilman Richardson nominated Arthur Haguan for City Attorney. Moved by
Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the nominations be closed. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that a roll call_ vote be taken on
each nomination. Carried.
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The roll call vote on the nomination of John Dobson for City Attorney resulted as
follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, No; Swift, Aye; Bruce, Age; Hansen, No;
Hagen, No; Trimm, No; Reid, No; Davidson, No; Tamborini, Aye, and Dullahant, No.
There being 7 "no's and 4 Aye's", Mr. Dobson was not lected as City Attorney.
The roll call vote on the nomination of Arthur Haguan for City Attorney resulted
as follows: Delaurenti, No; Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye; Bruce, No; Hansen, Aye;
Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye; Davidson, Aye; Tambori_ni, No and Dullahant, Aye.
There being $ "Aye's and 3 No's", Mr. Haugan was duly elected for City Attorney for
the ensuing 2 year term.
A communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending that the entire
area east of Park Avenue to the City limits, including the property in the zoning
petition of Lorens Peterson of 612 Park Street, be zoned Industrial and suggested
that the Council have Mr. Peterson so petition and have the petition signed by all
property owners.
Moved by Reid, seconded by kichardson, that the Councilconcur in the recommendation
of the planning Commission. Carried.
The City Clerk and City Engineer will prepare an appropriate petition for Mr. Peterson.
A communication was read from the Planning Commission submitting the following re—
commendations for Council consideration in seeking a satisfactory solution regarding
the vacation of these alleys.
1. (No alley should be vacated unless there is 100% agreement for
such vacation by the adjoining property owners.
2. No alley should be vacated if it is found unfeasible or impracti—
cal by the City :"ngineer's office.
3. Where alleys lead to a platted play area, at least one portion of
the alley should not be vacated and should act as the public
access to the playfield.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the proper Committee
working on these alleys. (Real Property, City Engine er, Superintendent of Utilities
and a member of the Mayor's Disposition Committee) Carried.
A communication was read from Ira W. Rimel requesting that study be made of the
traffic situation at the corner of 14 th Avenue North and H. Street to reduce the speed
of vehicular traffic, to prevent any more accidents and further stated that children
are especially endangered. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this be
referred to the Street and Alley Committee.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded. by Bruce, that the motion be amended to include the Police
Department Traffic Division in the Committee. The amendment carried. The original
motion then carried.
An application for an Operator's Punchboard License was requested by Allotta and
Company, signed by L.D. Allotta.. I-loved by Bruce, seconded by Swift, that this be
referred to the Police and License Committee with power to a ct. Carried.
A communication was read from Lon Tackett, Park Board Chairman, Hugo Toschi and
Godfrey Hartzell, stating that the Board had received complaints from parents who
hesitate to mnd their children to the public playgrounds to participate in supervised
organized and informal recreation during the time the playgrounds are occupied by
carnivals, etc. They feel that children's rides, such as merry—go—rounds, installed
in parks would be within reason. They further recommended that carnivals, circuses
and travelling exhibitions be denied the use of Park Board facilities.
... Moved by "ichardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation of the Park Board.
Councilman Tamborini asked that another co-munication be read before the final action
was taken on the above motion.
City Attorney Haugan advised that the proponent has a right to ask for action on
his motion before further business is considered.
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Councilman Richardson stated that if it was agreeable to the Councilman who
seconded the motion he would change the motion to allow subject communication to
be read before the motion was put to vote.
A communication was read from Allen E. Grimes, Commander, Veterans of Foreign
Wars, Post #1263, Renton, Washington requesting permission to sponsor a carnival
knotim as Amalgamated Shows at Liberty Park from July 11th through 15th, inclusive.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the Carnival would use Azzola's property located
north of 6th Avenue between Wells Street North and Pelly .Street extended No. The
original motion carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, t'-,at the VFW be given permission to
hold their carnival on the above described private property and that the license
be waived. Also, the Police Department is to enforce all Ordinances pertaining to
gambling in connection therewith.
Mr. Grimes stated that terms were thoroughly understood before they talked to
these people and that it was understood there would be no forms of gambling. Mr.
Grimes informed Councilman Reid that the VFW would be financially benefitted by
15% of the gross, plus a flat rate on certain stands, he further stated they had
nearly always made money. This money will be used for charitable purposes.
Councilman Richardson asked if they guaranteed the license fee be waived when the
VFW contracted for the Carnival? Mr. Grimes stated they had not guaranteed the
license fee be waived, that the Amalgamated Show people would take this license
fee from tho VFW profits. Councilman Bruce stated that carnivals were invariably
sponsored by Service Organizations for charitable causes. The motion carried.
A communication was read from City Engineer Highton stating that it was his obser-
vation that Lith Place ber-dering the hospital grounds on the South between P.S.H.
#5 and Shattuck Street is being used as a cut off into the City Center from the
highway and is very dusty and recommends that this road be given a light bitiu.-
inous treatment at an expenditure of approximately $150.00 from the Street Depart-
ment Fund.
Moved by Swift, seconded by hichardson, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the City Engineer.
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Mayor Baxter asked City Attorney Haugan if this was possible as part of the ad-
joining property is privately owned.
City Attorney Haugan stated that the City could legally spend money to improve
this street from city funds. The motion carried.
City Clerk Wiley Crook read the specifications for asphaltic concrete payment
for Houser Way from and including the Houser Way bridge northwest to Bronson
Way north as prepared by City Engineer Highton.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the re-
commended specifications of the City Engineer. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that he was unable .to contact his committee regard-
ing Dr. Keigwin's request to move his building, etc., and that he had made arran-
gements for a meeting Saturday at 10:00 o'clock A.M., in the Council Chambers,
The City Clerk stated that June 20th was the date set for the hearing on the
Assessment Roll for L.I.D., #230, improvement of Shattuck Street from 2nd to 3rd
Avenue, and that he had received no protests either oral or written on the
Assessment Roll. There being no protests from the audietce, it was moved by
Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that this be referred to the Ordinance Committee
for a report. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Ordinance No. 1378. �
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1378 to approve and confirm the
assessment and assessment roll of L.I.D., No. 230 for the improvement of Shattuck
Street from 2nd Avenue to 3rd Avenue.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred back to the Ordin-
ance Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported, favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1378.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that proposed Ordinance No. 1378 be pre-
sented for its second and final reading.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Hansen, seconded by Tamborini,
that the proposed Ordinance be adopted as read.
A roll call vote resulted as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye;
Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye; Davidson,
Aye; Tamborini, Aye and Dullahant, Aye. All the Councilmen voting Aye, the Ordinance
was unanimously adopted.
This also being the evening for the public hearing on Resolution No. 744, on L.I.D.,
¢#237, the City Clerk read the Resolution of Intention and stated that there had been
no protests, either oral or written.
There being no protests from the audience, it was moved by Swift, seconded by
Tamborini, that the City Attorney and the Ordinance Committee prepare an Ordinance
ordering the improvement as set forth in the Resolution of Intention, ie., the '
improvement of the westerly side of "G" Street from 7th Avenue to 6th Place in Block
17. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared s short recess.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAU1dKNTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID, DULLAHANT,
DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
Councilman Tamborini stated that,as many of the Councilmen had attended the Associa-
tion of Valley Cities Convention in Walla Walla, they had not had sufficient time
to make the proper reports and requested more time for these reports.
Councilman-Richardson reported that the caterpillars were still on the trees on the
Potterbin property on Renton `benic Hill.
City Attorney Haugan stated that as he remembered, the Ordinance does not provide
for the removal of caterpillars by charging the owners of the property for their
removel and that there is a question as to the correct way to enforce property
owners to abide by the Ordinance.
Councilman Swift reported that he had investigated Jones Street on Renton Hill in
the rear of Wallace H. Barnes and found that this Street had never been dedicated.
Councilman Dullahant stated he had found, upon investigation, that the W.P.A., had
staked this Street out when they worked on the hill.
Councilman Swift stated that his committee would appreciate any further information
they could get. Councilman Richardson stated that this was the street to the east
of Barnes & Rudd's property. Councilman Tamborini stated that Mr. Barnes said the
property was never dedicated and the he would take care of it if he,,ere given
authority. The Street and Alley Committee were granted more time on the vacation
of this street.
Mayor Baxter stated he had several inquiries regarding the oiling of Burnett between
2nd and Logan regarding the cost. The City Engineer stated that he had given the
people the cost but they considered it too high so he was going to check his figures
and prepare another estimate.
Fire Chief Lawrence asked that the people be reminded of the second meeting of the
Disaster Relief Committee on Thursday evening, June 22nd in the Fire Hall. There
will be a speaker from Fort Lawton. Refreshments will be served.
Councilman Richardson stated that a gentleman from Washington, D,C, had addressed
the Association meeting in Walla Walla and that this information would probably
be furnished soon to the different Municipalities.
Park Superintendent Gene Coulon reported that the Park Department had opened their
summer program and that they had 10 playgroundef two swimming beaches and day games
all under supervision; that they had made numerous improvements to the different
playgrounds including a "Merry-go-round" and "Jungle Jim' at Mothers Park.
Building Insp. Walter Will stated that Mr. Grubesich had been given a permit to
build a 42" fence and that he had built a 71 solid board fence. Councilman Bruce
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stated that his permit was for a 42" fence and he should be instructed by the
Building Inspector to tear the 7' fence down. '
City Attorney Haugan expressed his appreciation to the Council for his re-elec-
tion, and stated that he would do everything possible for the continuation of
good city government.
Juperintendent of Utilities Waller stated that as of tonight, between 135 and 140
meters had been installed in the Highlands and that the condition of the 20"
line be taken care of immediately. Councilman Richardson stated that he had
talked to Mr. Fore and although the Water Department have been repairing over
150' of this pipe they are unable to stop all the leaks and the pipe is in very
bad condition now.
Councilman Davidson stated that the Council should be given the estimated cost
figures for this project before the next budget is prepared. Supt. of Utilities
Waller stated that he considered it risky to delay too long before making arrange-
ments for a new installation of subject water main.
Mayor Baxter asked what developments were known as far as the Kennydale reser-
voir tank is concerned. Supt. of Utilities Waller stated that they have a cost
figure of $1500.00 for the same size wooden tank from the same company that
installed the tank now in use. Mayor Baxter stated that the City should get an
estimate on a larger tank for Kennydale as the water supply and pressure from
the tank in the summertime was ali.mys v,,ry low. Supt. o£ Utilities Waller stated
that he believed the important question was urger pipe lines in Kennydale, not
a larger tank but that this could be checked. Mr. Waller again stated that the
matter of leaking pipes from the headwater springs to the Talbot Reservoir was
a serious problem and that the maintenance cost of repairing same was tremendous.
Sunt. of Utilities Waller stated that the dilater Department had changed over to
the 3rd pump in the Highlands about three weeks ago.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Tamborini, that Superintendent of Utilities Waller
bring in a cost shee on the installation of new pipe. Carried.
Councilman �,ichardson stated that the City of Renton should have a reputable con-
cern make a complete survey of Renton's 'Nater System, the financing, etc.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that the matter of a 20" line from the headwater
spring to the City of Renton was an emergency and action should be taken
immediately, the remainder is too big a job and should be taken care of under
the next budget. Councilman Richardson stated we have a Cumulative Fund now and
suggested the Council pay a consultants fee in regard to this matter .from this
fund. Mayor Baxter stated that the City Engineer, Supt. of Utilities and Water
Suuerintendent should contact different firms and select one company to make
this survey. Councilman Dullahant stated that the Washington Rating and Surveying
Bureau would make a survey of the water system now, free of charge. They will
advise if the system is inadequate and if it should be changed, etc. Councilman
Swift stated he understood that their interest was chiefly as a fire precaution
and that the Council is interested in supplying water to the people.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the Superintendent of Utilities in-
vestigate the Washington Rating and Survey Bureau and if they are not in a
oosition to make the survey, that Superintendent of Utilities contact Mr. Harstedt
of Metcalf & Company who have been working with the Councilman and the Mayor on
the power issue,,- as he is a Water System Engineer and would be very reliable
and qualified to give this information,
Superintendent of Utilities Waller asked that the Council consider rates on tap
cards.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the Supt. of
Utilities and the Fire & Water CoruAttee for a report back. Carried.
City Engineer Highton stated that he had checked the signatures on the Maplewood
petitions in regard to forming an L.I.D., and had found that it was impossible
to d etermine the validity of signatures without checking indifidually as to
ownership of the property; that it might be necessary to return the petitions
to get the signatures of the actual owners.
More time was granted the City Engin?Qr on the Maplewood petitions.
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Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti., that the Engineer be given authority to
return the petitions to the Maplewood residents who had signed the petitions, in
case the signatures are not those of the legal owners of this ?property. Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed the Park Board. Lon Tackett, Chairman, Reverend Godfrey
Hartzell and Nando Phillips.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Mayor. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated he would appoint the Library Board after he had contacted present
members.
.. Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce, that the Northeast corner of the intersection of
3rd & Rainier be cleared up by the Street Department. Carried.
Councilman Bruce requested that the voting precinct for residents below Grandy
Way in 'Windsor Hills be changed to either o" two closer precincts.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the Engineer investigate and
report back. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini reported that the different Councilmen and officials that
had attended the Convention at Walla Walla had been requested to attend different
group meetings such as the Engineer's Group, Mayor and Council, Recreational Group,
etc., and a full report would be forthcoming from the Association soon.
The following bills having been previously a,idited by the Finance Committee
were presented:
CURRENT
Claims it $2858.37 7665-88
Payroll " 7765.52 90-7767
Claims " 291.47 68-75
Payroll " 1110.57 76-88
Claims " 5869.89 89-96
Payroll " 7551617 97-7862
WATER
... Claims if 875.26 7969-73
Payroll " 240.15 74-77
Claims " 1129.08 78-31
Payroll " 1736.32 82-94
Claims " 515.80 95-96
Payroll " 234.65 97-8000
CITY STREETS
Payroll if 88.50 5599
Claims It 160.39 5600
Payroll " 253.55 1-4
Claims " 194.08 5-6
Payroll " 1879.32 7-23
n 320.30 24
Payroll » 151.42 25
Claims „
Payroll 256.63 26-29
SEWER DISPOSAL
Payroll King County Medical 18.75 1864
Claims 349.53 65-66
Payroll 823.04 67-77
Claim Dept. Labor & Ind. 87.66 78
Payroll 651.10 79-87
ATHLETIC
Payroll King County Med 5.50 512
Claim Power 34.68 3
•� Payroll 429.94 4-19
AIRPORT FUN
Payroll King County Medical 4.00 908
Claims 732.40 9-13
Payroll 464.38 14-17
Claims 4.19 18
Payroll 92.60 19
Claims 51.66 20
Payroll
497.08 21-24
96
LIBRARY FUND
Payroll King County Medical 10.50 2105
Claims 10.15 6-7
Payroll 829.69 8-14
Claims 345.21 15-19
Payroll Withholding tax 82.00 20
Claims 21.73 21-22
PARK
Payroll King County Medical 26.75 1370
Claims 6.26 1
Payroll 1542.18 2-84
Claims 97.15 85
Payroll 531..73 86•-91
L.I.D. NO. 230
Claim Superior Constr. Co. 3842.66 1
L.I.D. N0. 223
Claim C.M. Costner 67.0.00 5-6
AAIRPORT CONTROL TOWER.
Claim 476.00 412-13
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Trimm, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini , that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 11:30 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
June 27, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe. R. Baxter,
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, H_ANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSCN, TAMBORINI AND DULILAHANT.
,.� OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan, Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook, City
Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton, Supt. of Utilities ,
S. R. Waller; Park Supt., Gene Coulon and Bldg., Inspector, Walter Will.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of June 20, 1950 be approved
as written. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that at this time there -would be a discussion of the pros and
cons regarding the Highlands Alley vacation petitions.
Mrs Sally Pitcher of the Highlands again addressed the Council. In addition to the
statements made at the June 20th meeting, she stated that one property owner on the
alley on Block 17 was requested to sign the petition under duress. Further that
Robert Strugar, 628 E. Street was not the legal owner of the property, that he had
signed as owner for Mr. & Mrs. Hugh O'Neill, 342 Whitworth Street, who are the
legal owners. There was considerable discussion relative to the validity of the
signatures on this petition. Councilman Tamborini reminded the Councilmen of a
previous Ordinance that requires a 60 foot street right—of—way be allowed and a
16-20 foot alley on any new platted land and he considered the Highlands as new
platted land. The City Attorney stated there was no change in the statement he had
previously made — the legal question was the same. This matter had previously been
referred to the Planning Commission and they had reported at the last meeting that
only upon 100% signatures of property owners in the Highlands should an alley be
vacated, stated Councilman Tamborini.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the City Engineer, with the City
Attorney's assistance, make a check on the signatures of this petition and bring in
a complete report to the July llth meeting and that the Council would at that time
have a discussion on this petition. The motion carried.
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Councilman Bruce stated to the audience that the Real Propertyf# recommendation was
based on the fact that the petition had 100% of the property owner' s signature.
Councilman Bruce stated that the matter of the City taking 60 feet from Mr. Wm.
Bennett instead of 30 feet for the extension of 1st Avenue North, from Burnett
Street to the Northern Pacific Railroad, had been referred to the Council as a whole
to check with the Engineer and report back to the next Council meeting. Councilman
Bruce further stated that Mr. William Bennett was in the audience and asked that he
be given information as to the action of the Council in regard to the extension of
1st Avenue North from Burnett Street to the Northern Pacific F.nilroad whereby the
City was to Give 30 feet and Mr. Bennett was to give 30 feet and that the City had
taken 60_feet instead. Mr. Bennett stated that as there were only 8 councilmen
at the time, and only May Baxter, Steve Tamborini, George Swift and City Attorney
Haugan, would be familiar with the problem, that they explain to the rest of the
Council regarding this question. At the time the map was drawn and the deal was
consummated, the City Engineer described the boundary, and the City Council Property
Committee accented his description; when it was cheked farther they found that the
City Engineer had erred 30 feet. City Attorney Haugan stated that he had checked
sum with Tom Dobson, broker for Mr. Bennett and they considered that the deed should
not be recorded until the true legal description of the property had been r-btermined
Mr. Bennett stated that the City Engineer had presented a new map with new
dimensions; and further stated that the question as to who should pay the taxes on
the property should be settled. Mayor Baxter asked Councilman Delaurenti to assume
the Mayor's chair. Councilman Delaurenti assumed the Mayor' s chair while the Mayor
explained to the Council the Real Property Committee' s recommendation was based on
the original drawing submitted by the City Engineer. The drawing presented by City
Engineer Highton at June 20th meeting was different from the original property
description. A statement was rude describing the original map) but that the Real
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Property Committee had never been given a cress to the original map. City Attorney
Haugan stated that two weeks ago he had recommended that the Councilmen familiarize
themselves with the place in question and decide whether the City needs a wide
curve or not. Councilman Tamborini stated as a member of the Property Committee at
that time, he would say that at that time the City and Bill Bennett had both decided
to give 30 feet and Bill Bennett had agreed to give 10 feet extra on the Tangent
curve.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the Property Committee submit a new
drawing to the Council and that the lines conform with the legal description as
originally approved by the Property Committee, and that these lines be shown on the
new map.
Councilman Bruce stated he is thoroughly satisfied that the revised drawing as sub—
mitted by the present City Engineer conform to the original recorunendations as
submitted by the Property Committee at that time. City Engineer Highton stated he
had a map representing the legal d=scription as shown in the deed, also a map showing
the area which Mr. Bennett contends was to have been sold by the City of Renton,
and he would show it to the Councilmen.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAUFT11TI, RICHAR.DSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TADHORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Mayor Baxter asked if the Council had come to a decision as to the property of
Wm. F. Bennett and the City of Fenton.
Councilman Reid reported that it was agreed that the City did not require all of
the area shown in the original legal description for the development of the 4th
Avenue north to the Northern Pacific Railroad, and as the deed had not been re—
corded, on the advice of the City Attorney, Councilman Reid recommended that the
map and deed be corrected to conform to the area originally recommended by the
Property Committee.
Councilman Swift stated that due to a delay in recording the deed to the property,
the 1949 taxes were charged to and paid by Mr. Bennett and the City and Mr.
Bennett should reach an agreement as to who should be liable for said taxes.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Finance and
Claims Committee, City Engineer and City Attorney to determine the correct lines
and the map and deed be corrected accordingly. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that Mr. uustine would like to answer as to whether the
City was interested in purchasing his property for a road as he would like to have
it enclosed, and further stated that he had contacted Mr. Gustine and that they
would be permitted to buy just a 20' right—of—way. The Council was waiting for
further report from the American Legion before they negotiated further: Mr. Bennett
stated that the Brian Woods Memorial Corporation are holding the property, being
used for a road, and the Council should contact them direct for its purchase. Mr.
William Bennett, George Pritchard. and Dr. Ambrose are trustees of this corporation.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Real Property Committee meet with
the Brian Woods Memorial Corporation, the City Water Department and the Northern
Pacific Railroad in regard to using the Northern Pacific underpass. Mr. C,ustine is
to be included in this meeting. Carried. (The City Clerk will notify the various
people in the Committee to arrange for a meeting.)
Mr. Erickson of Maplewood stated that he had checked the signatures on the petition
for oiling the streets in Maplewood and had found that they had 70% signatures of
the owners of this property. Most of the people- have the deeds, but they are not
registered. They feel they have the 54o required- on the petition. now
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the City Attorney bring in a Resol—
ution of Intention, the resolution be published and a date of Hearing be set for
August 1, 1950. Carried.
Councilman Swift requested that the City Attorney and City Clerk prepare a brief
of the proper procedure on setting up L.I.D.'s and that all the councilmen be
furnished a copy.
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A communication was read from Robert E. Walker, Secretary of the Association of
Valley Cities stating the next regular meeting would be in Sumner on June 28, 1950
at 8:00 otclock P.M., in the City Hall. The main topic for discussion will be power.
Mayor Baxter requested all that could attend this meeting, including the City
Attorney be present.
A communication was read, signed by the owners of siv business houses near the inter-
section of Walla Walla and 3rd Avenue stating that the°new channeling system is
completely unworkable and requesting that this situation be given further consider-
ation before it is made permanent.
After considerable discussion, it was mDved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the
c ommunication be referred to the Street and Alley Committee, the Traffic Division
I of the Police Department and the City Engineer to report back to the Council.
Carried.
A communication was read from William A. Hess requesting permission to operate punch-
boards in the City of Renton.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Treyman, that this be referred to the Police & License
Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read frcm Bill Hendrickson, Adjutant, Fred Hancock Post No. 19,
Renton, requesting permission to use Liberty Park f ro two of the 4th of July events,
a parade in the morning of the 4th ending at Liberty Park and the finish line of
the Cedar River Derby also to end at Liberty Park.
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fMoved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the request of the
American Legion and that they be allowed the use of Liberty Park.
Councilman Davidson stated that the American Legion should buy a Dance Permit from
the Treasurerts Department, signed by the Police Department.
Councilman Tamborini stated, as a member of the American Legion, he had previously
contacted the Park Department in regard to the use of Liberty Park. Moved by
Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the motion be amended to include the super-
vision of the Supt. of Parks and the Park Board for the location of the refreshment
stands. The amendment carried. The original motion carried.
Councilman Tamborini requested that the Supt. of the Park Department make a daily
check of the Bronson Way Bridge underpass walls.
Councilman Richardson, Chairman of the Ordinance Committee stated that he had two
Resolutions and one Ordinance to present.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Ordinance No. 1379. The City Clerk read
i the proposed Ordinance, providing fot the improvement of the Westerly side of G.
Street from 7th Avenue to 6th Place by constructing and installing concrete side-
walks and curbs. Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the
Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on the proposed Ordinance. Moved by
Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation of the
i Ordinance Committee and that Ordinance No. 1379 be placed on its second and final
reading. The motion carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini
that the Ordinance be passed as read. All Councilmen voting Ayer the motion carried.
City Attorney Haugan answered Mayor Baxter's inquiry as to the legality of final
action on an Ordinance the same evening it was introduced, stating that 1st and 2nd
jClass Cities have power to do this; that when the Resolution of Intention is
published, the public is notified to make an oral protest or present a written
protest, if they so desire.
Resolution No. 777 was presented, reading, be it resolved by the City Council,
that the lst day of August be fixed as the date of hearing in the Council Chambers
at 8:00 otclock P.M., on the petition for the improvement of Maplewood streets
by oiling, at which time protests will be heard. Moved byB rucee , seconded by
Freyman, that the Council a dopt the resolution as read. Carried*
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RESOLUTION NO. 778 was presented, reading, be it resolved by the City Council,
whereas under Ordinance No. 1373, approving and confirming the assessment roll
of L.I.D., #223 (lateral sewers on Renton Hill) the City ratified and approved
a contractual agreement between the City and Mr. & Mrs. C. M. Costner, owners
of Tract g, Lot 1, of Renton Cooperative Coal Company's Tract, in the City of
Renton, less the South 45 feet thereof being Fred L. Roberts and his wife Emma,,
wherein they agree to grant the City a right-of-way and easement for said sewer
project across their land. The sum of P"670.00 is fixed and allowed as the
amount due for sewer easement and all damages to said tract, under contractual
agreement to Mr. & Mrs. C.M. Costner from the City of Renton; authorizing and
directing the City Clerk and Treasurer to issue and pay warrant against L.I.D.,
#223 to Mr. & Mrs. Costner in the sum of $200.00 (as a contribution from Arthur
J. Acton, Contractor, toward settlement and payment of aforesaid damages;) and ,0
the City Clerk and City Treasurer are further authorized and directed to issue
and pay warrant against L.I.D., Fund No. ;#223 in the sum of 9.470.00 to Mr. & Mrs.
Costner, in full payment, compromise and satisfaction of all their rights and '
claims under aforesaid contractual agreement of June 15, 1949 with the City and
of any and all other claims which they have. In addition thereto the City Supt.
of Utilities is directed to remove from the above premises the tree stumps,
branches and broken concrete blocks left thereon during the work and to deliver to
said premises five yards of soil from the City Disposal Plant. Payments herein
directed shall be made when C. M. Costner and wife FAna , Fred L. Roberts and wife
Emma, shall confirm grant of easement for said sewer laterals, constriction,
operation, maintenance with ingress and egress, upon and across aforementioned {
tract, and upon dismissal or satisfaction of aforementioned suit for trespass and j
damages, brought against the City.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt the Resolution as
read. a rried.
A communication was read requesting immediate action by the Council and signed by
Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence, Councilman Thomas Trimm, Chairman of the Sanitation
Committee, J. L. Davidson and Arnold Hagen, both members of the Sanitation Committee,
recommending that a request be submitted to the Housing Authority to install public
rest rooms in the Shopping Center at Renton Highlands, as they are of the opinion
that public rest rooms in this location are a necessity and would be considered a :
great convenience to the public.
Moved by Tam..borini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommenda-
tion of the Fire Chief and Sanitation Committee and the City Clerk so direct a
letter to the Housing Authority. Carried.
The expense of installation of said rest rooms to be borne by the Housing Author-
ity.
l A report was read from Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police, stating that the Traffic
Division concurs in the` Street & Alley Committee's recommendation that 14th Avenue
North and H Street, Renton Highlands, be made a four way stop. Moved by Tamborini,
seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the Street
and Alley Committee and the Traffic Division. Carried.
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A report was read from S. R. Waller, Supt. of Utilities, giving an estimate on the
20" water supply main from Sp ringb rook Dam to 4th and Main Street in Renton, a total
estimated cost, including labor and materials for the entire project of $196,159.50.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this be referred to the Ways and Means
Committee, Fire & Water Committee, Supt, of Utilities, City Engineer and City
Attorney for a report back. Carried.
A second report was read from S. R. Waller, Supt. of Utilities giving quotations
for a new badly needed water tank for Kennydale.
50,000 gallon tank, including erecting - $2775.00
75.,000 it 3475.00 wr+
The present piers could be used, the City furnishing the necessary posts from
their stock of timbers.
N Councilman Bruce stated he believed that a survey should be made of this problem
to see if it could be added in with the necessary improvements of the water system
as above outlined, Moved by Bruce, seconded by Dullaha.nt, that this also be re-
ferred to the Ways and Means Committee, Fire and Water Committee, Supt of Utilities,
City Engineer and City Attorney for a report back. Carried.
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City Attorney Haugan, Answered the inquiry of Councilman Swift, in regard to the
legality of the people outside of the City being responsible for any charge for
the improvement of the water system, stating that revenue bonds are paid from earn—
ings of the Water System.
A report was made by ,Clarence Dullahant, Chairman and Hugh Bruce and Thomas Trimm,
both members of the dire and Water Committee, recommending the tapping rate be changed
to :37.50 for each tapping. Moved by Freyman, seconded by Reid, that the Council
accept the recommendation of the Fire and Water Committee.
Councilman Richardson asked that the communication be re—read and inquired if this
figure included the cost of the meter as the meters were the property of the City
of Renton and should not be charged to the water consumer.
It was brought to the attention of the Council that $37.50 was based on an average
of many tappings, Supt. of Utilities Waller stated that labor varies on each tapping
from Sz to 10 hours and two or three men, depending if they have to cross a street
with pipe for the installation. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that this
be referred back to the Fire and Water 6 ommittee for a report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter recommended that Mr. Highton take over the duties of Comptroller for the
City of Renton, including -recording of transactions at the garage and assisting in
other departments at an additional salary of 050.00 per month. Moved by Richardson,
seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation of Mayor Baxter.
Carried.
City Engineer Highton stated that in order to properly conduct the City's business
he would like to have authority to employ an accountant, stating that he and the
Supt. of Utilities would like to have the time cards and payrolls processed by an
accountant for their approval and would like the privilege of segregating different
departmental costs.
Mayor Baxter stated that City Engineer Highton's duties would be administrative and
that he needed an Assistant Engineer,
City Engineer Highton stated that Ken Oyler, now in the Engineering Department, was
capable, experienced and well qualified for the position and recommended that he be
appointed as Assistant Engineer and be allowed an additional amount in the sum of
$25.00 per month for extra duties as Building Inspector.
Mayor Baxter stated that he considered Mr. Highton capable of handling the situation
outlined above and was heartily in agreement with Mr. Highton's program. Moved by
Swift, seconded by "ichardson, that the Council concur in the recomrnendation of the
City TDagineer and he be authorized to employ an assistant for his department. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that he believe the program, as outlined, would increase the
efficienty of the Engineering Department,
City Clerk, Wiley Crook, stated for clarification purposes, his understanding was
that James Highton would _receive $50.00 additional salary as Comptroller and Ken Oyler
would be appointed Assistant Engineer, including the extra salary and duties as
Building Inspector at $25.00 extra per ninth and requested advice as to salaries
at outlined above. City Attorney Haugan replied in answer to the City Clerk's request,
that there would have to be a new Ordinance re—establishing the position of
Comptroller and assign additional duties to the Assistant Engineer as Building
Inspector. Moved by Swift, seconded by Reid, that this be referred to the Ordinance
Committee and City Attorney.- Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Street Department be authorized to
install four way traffic stop signs at 14th North and H. Street. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that he had contacted Mr. Barnes in regards to vacating
the Street in the rear of his property at 1520 Beacon Avenue and asked him to bring
the deed to his property to the Engineering Department to check with the Engineer—
ing Department maps.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that Mr. Walter Will, Building Inspector would make
a report on Dr. Keigwin's request to move his clinic.
Engineer's Field Man, Walter Will, stated that the new site of the building would be
within a couple of feet of the property line, in Fire Zone 1, there would be a
driveway on each side and on the east side an off—street parking lot. The fire lanes
would be clear. The Committee recommended stucco on the sides of the building.
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Dr. Keigwin stated since he had talked to Mr. Will, he had investigated details
and found the cost to be approximately $3000 extra to make the improvement, either
a fire proof wall or brick and stated that he had decided to use brick.
Councilman Delaurenti further stated that the Committee had recommended that Dr.
Keigwin be granted permission to move the Clinic with the stipulation that brick
be used on the walls. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council
concur in the recommendation of the committee. Carried..
City Attorney Haugan advised Councilman Bruce that a letter would be forwarded to
Eric S. Smith of the Renton Manufacturing Company notifying him that he must sign
the least, pay the rent or vacate.
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Councilman Tamborini stated that he was still checking with the Park Board and
the Finance Committee in regard to negotiating for the proposed park property on
Earlington Hill.
Councilman Richardson requested that the City Engineer check this property also.
Park Supt. Coulon stated that the Park Board had chucked and found the property
still pretty wet and that there might be a considercLble drainage problem and it
was now in the hands of the Engineer and the Park Board.
It was recommended by the Finance Committee and City Treasurer, that as the ex—
piration date of the 30 and 90 Day Bonds, that the "reasurerts Department had pur—
chased was July 192 that the Treasurer be authorized at this time to reinvest the
same amount in these bonds.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by 1ichardson2 that the Council concur in the recomm—
endation of the Finance Committee and the City Trea3urer and that the City Attorney
be instructed to draw up the necessary papers. Carried.
Councilman DuJlahant asked that the City dispose of the old steam roller, fittings,
etc., that are down at the City Garage for junk.
The Property Committee asked that the City Garage foreman make an appraisal and
they would then make their recommendation. Magor Baxter stated that the Garage
Foreman would like this old junk disposed of also the old lumber rearranged, etc.,
before the new equipment sheds are built.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Dullahant, that the Property Committee and Supt.
of Utilities bring in a report as to what this old property is worth, by the
11th of July. Carried.
Councilman Hagen asked for a 30—Day leave of absence, starting July 10th 1950.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that Councilman Hagen be granted a 30—
day leave of absence. Carried.
The City Clerk stated it would be necessary to have a resolution passed to allow
payment from Cumulative Funds to pay extra carpenters and painter's salaries for
the construction of the new equipment sheds at the City Garage and recommended
that this be done.
City Attorney Haugan stated it would be necessary �o draw from the Cumulative
Fund on improvement for this additional expense of wages for the carpenters and
painters that he would draw up the necessary papers._ Moved by Richardson,
seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the City
Clerk and the Citi* Attorney be requested to draw uo the necessary resolution.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter asked the City Attorney for his opinions as to re—oiling of streets
that have already been given an oil treatment.
City Attorney Haugan stated in his opinion, in regard to street construction and
that after a street has previously iously been oild, it would be a maint—
enance problem. City Engineer Highton stated that ePrtain types of oil make semi—
permanent finished.
Mayor Baxter suggested that perhaps on streets already oiled, that needed to be
resurfaced, that the property owner be charged part of the expense and the City
assume the rest of the charge.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this be referred to the City
Engineer and Street and Alley Committee to investigate and report to the Council
their recommendation. Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborin3_, that next Tuesday being July 41 that the meeting
be adjourned until July 11th. Carried. The meeting adjourned at 10:50 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Wash
July 11, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON., SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIN]M, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT (1FNOLD HAGEN being on LEAVE OF ABSENCE.)
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook, City
Engineer, James Highton; Park Supt., Gene Coulon and Airport Manager, Ned Stokes. �n
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of June 29, 1950 be
approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING P'''UMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO. AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
1967 $ 100.00 F.T. Spencer 835 lst Ave N. Install water htr.
68 210:00 Anton Amack 222 N. Wells Repair Residence
9 400.00 Dr. C. Keigwin 1010 2nd Ave Retaining wall
70 Alan Lane 8650 138th S. Install furnace
1 100.00 Ray Brown Rt. 2 Box 968 Eemov e top bldg
2 100.00 Melvin Cox 11313 116th S.E. Install footing
3 100,.00 Chas. Delaurenti 310 N. Williams Chng. windows
4 13,000.00 Renton School Dis. #403 Renton Remodeling
5 2,000.00 it it If, if Wire new addrn
6 700.00 Gunnar Krook 6th & Park Erect bldg.
7 100.00 M.J. Lackie 405 3rd Ave. Change wiring
8 200.00 Feyrs Roxy 504 3rd Ave Enlarge fan room
9 1500.00 Frank Omaits 13.513 11.6th AVE.SE. Remodeling
80 1700.00 EPr. R. Heilpern 920 lst N. Repair clinic
1 1100.00 H. Phillips 414 N. Burnett Repair house
2 100.00 Renton School Dis. #403 Renton Enlarge driveway
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3 100.00 Everett Charboneau 1205 6th Ave. No. Remodel house ..r
4 400.00 Frank Evans 3rd & Wells Remodeling
5 M.J. Lackie 405 3rd Ave. Move Bldg.
6 Leo Billington 2421A 7th Ave. No. Install furnace
7 200.00 A.J. Creek 2207 9th Ave. No. Remodel house
8 200.00 C.D. Johnson 505 Bronson Way N. Repair house
9 400.00 K.D. Nelson 2625 6th N. Erect garage
90 300.00 R.D. Rhoads 915 lst Ave. No. Remodel house
1 Alan Lane 8650-S. 138th Insall. plumbing
2 Violet Berend 11606 Sunset Hiway Install plbg.
3 100.00 Chinn 226 Williams St. repair bld.g.
4 SOOO.00 Tom Parks 428 N. Williams Erect residence
S.A.5 7400.00 Collender Co. 7662 Mission Dr. " If
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7 8500.00 n °' tt if n rt
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2000 400.00 Fred BTavin 611 6th Ave. Remodel house
1 100.00 Mrs. June Chambers 2114 8th Ave. N. Repair house
2 100.00 E.R. Coy: 155 Sunset Blvd. Erect sign
3 100.00 Chas. Starovich 420 Tobin Ave. Wire for range
4 100.00 Minnie Ellison 88 Burnett Remodel house
5 100.00 Mrs, D.C. Rolston 2410 6th 11. Remodel house
6 100.00 Joe Usibelli 312 Tobin Ave. Erect steps
7 100.00 Jack Cowan 2614 6th Ave.N. Erect driveway r,
8 100.00 Henry Nelson 713. 4th Ave. N. Install sidewalk
9 9000.00 C.M.McDaniels Rt. 2, Box 1333 erect house
(Auburn, Wn.)
10 100.00 Mr, Parks 643 E. St. Install heater
11 100.00 Alvin Woods 500 Pelly Erect garage
12 75.00 Hank Pederson 2508 9th Place Erect wall
13 225.00 Hannah Grimm 204 Logan St. Repair house
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Mayor Baxter asked for a committee report on the vacations of ilk certain blocks
in the Fenton Highlands.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Real & Personal Property Committee reported that
the petition on Block 17, Renton Highlands was supposed to have had 100% signatures
of property owners on the alley, but that this petition actually does not have 100%
of the signatures of the property ,owners on the alley, so the committee would have
to act accordingly. The City Clerk stated that he had information that there were
not 100% signatures on the petition. Mayor Baxter stated that unless there were 100%
signatures on this petition the Council must take action so that the ruling could
be enforced by the Police Department.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the original motion permitting private
use of this alley be rescinded. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that all dedicated alleys or those ac—
quired in any other legal manner in the City of Renton, shall be kept open, that
property owners adjacent to any unimproved alley may petition for the improvement of
same and that any obstructions, in alleys as above described, shall- be ordered re—
moved.
On the question, Councilman Bruce stated that in his opinion the Council did not
have the right to reject any petition that was presented without giving due consider-
ation to same, but that in his opinion, it should be the policy of the Council not
to vacate or permit private use of any&bdicated alley, or any other al1PzT which has
been legally acquired by the City .for public use. V
City Attorney Haugan stated that from a legal standpoint, if a petition is filed,
it has to be given consideration by the Council.
Mrs. Howard addressed the Council stating that at the time the petition was pre—
sented to the Council she was unaware that the petition should be signed by both the
husband and wife, where the property was community property in order for 100% of
the owners of said lots to have signed for the temporary vacation of said alley and
that she would like to be extended more time in order to secure the signatures of all
parties who are owners or part—owners of lots joining the alleys in question.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, No; Richardson, Aye; Swift, No;
Bruce, No; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, No; Trimm, No; Reid, No; Davidson, Aye; Tamborini,
Aye and Dullahant, Aye. There being five Aye's and 6 No's, the motion lost.
Councilman Swift stated that he had voted against the motion because he did not
consider that it was worded properly, and might easily be misconstrued.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Tamborini, that all obstructions in all dedicated
alleys, and all other alleys legally acquired by the City, for the use of the City
and public, be ordered removed. Carried.
In answer to Councilman nichardson's question, Mayor Baxter stated that as he under—
stood it, this meant that obstructions should be removed and private use forbidden
on any alley as above described, no matter where said alley might be located within t
the City.
At this time Mayor Baxter declared that there would be no further discussion on the
vacation of alleys during the present Council meetingp
Mr. Glazier, advisor of the Skyway Boys Club asked permission of the City Council
to sponsor a licensed Carnival within the City limits from Monday, July 17, through
Saturday, July 22nd. This Carnival has been approved by the King County `sheriff's
Office. The Skyway boys group expect to receive $150.00 as their share from con—
cessions in addition to 30% of the gross receipts of the Carnival.
..�. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council allow the Skr4ay Boys Group
to hold a Carnival in the City of Renton, off the City's oroperty.
BIDS WERE RECEIVED AS FOLLOWS:
NORTHWEST PRECOTE, INC.,... . ..... (incl. 3% Sales Tax) ......... $4789.50
(They will start work 15 days after contract is signed
and will complete work within 30 days after starting
date.)
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WASHINGTON ASPHALT CO. . (Sales tax not included) ....$5100.00
(They will start work within 5 days after con)
tract is signed and will complete work before
July 28th)
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that these bids be referred to the Street &
Alley Committee, Finance Committee and City Engineer. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: D.ELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Applications were read for Operator's Punchboard Licenses from Ben Marcus, owner
and operator of the Highway Distributors, 2.236 E. Blaine, Seattle and A.B. Iverson,
owner of Weber Sales; permission was requested by Delia Slabzuba and Jennie Huvinen
to install a pinball machine in their place of business the Log Cabin, 322 Third
Avenue, Renton. Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen that the above requested be re-
ferred to the Police and License Committee with power to act. Carried.
A petition was read for the Council's consideration and early attention, signed by
9 property owners requesting that the City of Renton's water system be extended to
their properties fronting Sunset Highway between Renton Highlands and Honeydew,
including fire hydrants. A gentleman from the audience explained the water supply
between Renton Highlands and Honeydew on the Sunset Highway was very inadequate
and they would appreciate anything that could be done to supply them water as soon
as possible. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be
referred to the City Engineer and ,Fire and Water Committee to investigate and re-
port back. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported for the Street & Alley Committee and the Finance Committee
that they recommended acceptance of the bid of the Northwest Precote, Inc. Moved
by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation of both
committees and the contractor be so notified. Carried.
Moved. by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized
to sign the contract with the Northwest Precote, Inc., after approval of same by
the City Attorney, Carried.
A communication was read from the General Services Administration, Public Buildings
Service, 125 U.S. Court House, Seattle 41 'Washington, Signed by Lee A. Meyer, Real
Estate Officer, referring to Lease No. WA58pb-101 covering space in the Reclama-
tion Building at the Boeing-Renton Plant (incinerator) now being used. by the City
of Renton. The current lease expires July 312 1950. They wish to be advised
whether Renton anticipates vacating or using space for another year.
The City Engineer stated that the present King County Garbage dump was available
for a small cost which was merely a share in the maintenance cost.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to
the City Engineer and Sanitation Committee to investigate and report back. Carried.
The City Attorney was requested to investigate the possibility of the City of
Renton receiving taxes from. the Boeing Plant, due to the fact that it is reported
that same is being leased to and used by private enterprise.
A communication was read from F. A. Grabner, General Manager of Lake Shore Lincs,
acknowledging the request that busses be parked off the street during peak traffic
hours in front of the Tally .Ho Bus terminal stating they are now taking steps to
have their busses park off the street instead of in front of the Tally Ho bus
terminal.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that this communication be referred to the
Public Relations Committee to check with Lake Shore Lines and also with Trailways
to see what action has been taken by both bus companies in this regard. Carried.
A communication w as read from Lake Shore Lines submitting City Transit Schedule
No. 21 Supplement No. 1, to become effective June 30th, on less than statutory
notice, including adjusting of schedules to permit extension of service to and
from Longacres during the racing season. The communication contained the infor-
mation that service between Renton and Earlington Junction was extended to South
76th and 153rd South (Longacres stables) ,, effective June 14th to serve residents
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of that area known as Earlington Flats, also that Friday and Saturday evening
service and Sunday service to Maplewood has been suspended due to lack of patronage.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the communication be referred to the
Police and License Committee for investigation and a report back. Carried..
A communication was received from the Curl D. Pollock Company with regard to the
Power question.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tambori.ni, that this be referred to the Light and
Power Committee for investigation and a report back. Carried.
.� A communication was read from George H. Shearer, District Engineer, Department
of Highways, signed by G. R. Cysewski, District Traffic Engineer in regard to policy
covering overl,ead banners within corporate limits, stating that previous policy had
been amended to exempt height limitation on city streets which form the routes of
Street highways within an incorporated city or town, and that the discreptionary
power as to height limitations shall be determined by the District Engineer, subject
to local conditions, and no suspension of signs, banners or decorations be so
located to screen or shield the visibility of necessary traffic control devices
for the efficient operation of motor vehicle traffic upon the city streets. The
erection of banners with a clearance from the street surface of over 20 feet will.,
be subject to municipal jurisdiction, whereas in those cases where 20 feet will not
be maintained, permission must be obtained from the office of the District Engineer.
Moved by Swift, seconded by flichardson, that this be referred to the City Engineer
and the Police Denartment to check with the District Engineer to determine the
height limitations on banners over state highways through the City of Renton,
according to the District Engineer's Office of the Department of Highways rules.
Carried.
A communication was read from Donald H. iWebster, Director of the 15th Annual
Institute of Government, University of Washington, giving a tentative program and
schedule of sections for the institute to be held on the University of Washington
Campus, July 10th to 14 th 1950. Miss Daniels, Librarian has already attended; four
policemen and four firemen will attend on Wednesday to hear a discussion on dis—
aster problems. The communication was ordered filed.
Councilman Richardson, Chairman of the Ordinance Committee furnished all the
Councilman with a copy of proposed Ordinance on Council Committees and asked that
all the Councilmen study the proposed Ordinance as submitted, as same would soon
be submitted to the Council for their consideration.
RESOLUTION NO. 779 was read, establishing a special fund to be known as "Bridge
Repair and Garage Fund" to cover costs of materials, work and labor necessary
for repairs to Houser Way Bridge and approaches and repairs to William Street
bridge, and construction and repairs of storeroom and other facilities at the City
Garage; including costs of extra labor and contract work in connection therewith;
appropriating the sum of '10,000.00 to said fund and authorizing and directing
the City Treasurer to transfer to said "Bridge Repair and Garage Fund" the sum
of $$10,000.00 for the foregoing purposes from Cumulative Fund No. 1183. Any un—
expired balance remaining in said special fund after completion of aforesaid pro—
jects to be returned to Cumulative Fund No. 1183.
Moved by Richardson) seconded by Hansen, that the Resolution be adopted as read.
Carried.
PROPCSED ORDINANCE NO. 1380 was read, re—establishing the position of Comptroller,
defining duties and fixing salary thereof, for the period ending December 31., 1950.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the proposed Ordinance be referred
to the Ordinance Committee. Carried. The majority of the Ordinance Committee re—
ported favorably on subject ordinance. Moved by Ta.mborini, seconded by Hansen,
that the Council concur in the recommendation of the Ordinance Committee and the
Ordinance be placed on the 2nd and final reading. Carried. After the 2nd and
final reading, it was moved by Delaurenti, seconded by hichardson, that the
Ordinance be approved as read. A roll call vote being taken and all Councilmen
present voting "AYE" the motion unanimously carried.
A report was read from City Engineer Highton requestion permission to prepare
specifications and call for bids on a fully automatic electric calculating machine
for the Engineering Denartment. The estimated cost of the type of machine desired
i s,$p67 5.00.
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Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Swift, that the City call for bids for the �A
calculator. Carried.
A report was read from Ned Stokes, Manager of the Renton Airport in regard to
limitation of the duties of the Airport Board as defined in the Ordinance, and re—
questing Council action by September 1950 to correct the problem of the Airport
Budget for the current year, January 1, 1950 through December 31, 1950.
Councilman Swift explained that with the increasing use of power caused by leasing
part of the field to the Boeing Aircraft Company, that sufficient allowance had
not been appropriated in the 1950 budget, therefore the Airport Manager needed an
increase in his budget expense in order to legally pay the expensive operation.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council concur in the request of
the Airport Manager and that an Ordinance be drawn allowing the Airport Manager
to pay all bills under the authority of an emergency budget. Carried.
Councilman Richardson asked the City Attorney if it would, be possible to have the
Ordinance by the next meeting.
City Attorney Haugan stated he would like to check to see if it would be possible
to legally pay these bills even if it did cause the budget to be over expended.
City Engineer Highton informed the Council that he had no further information to
offer on the 4th Avenue Extension at this time as the State Highway Department
had requested action be withheld until the Spring of 1951 when they would determine
what route the proposed highway will take.
Councilman Bruce stated that he had not been able to have the Brian Wood Memorial
Corporation Committee meet with the Property Committee as yet. More time granted.
The City Engineer stated that revised lines had been made on the map showing the
property purchased by the City from William F. and Lavina Bennett on 1st Avenue
North and that the map was in the Engineer's office.
Park Supt. Coulon reported that the Earlington Park property showed signs of
being very w et and they were endeavoring to work out a drainage solution. The
shortest distance for a drainage line to drain water from the property is 750 feet
but they were contemplating taking elevations to the west in an effort to work
out an economical drainage line for said property.
Councilman Reid reported that a full Puget Sound Power and Light crew would start
work on all the City of Renton light projects after August lot.
Councilman hichardson asked that a list of all the Council Committees be fur—
nished the Councilmen.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had not as yet contacted all the Library Board, but
he would try to contact all these members before the next meeting and appoint this
board.
More time was granted the 'gays and Means Committee, Fire & Water Committee, City
Engineer, Supt. of Utilities and City Attorney on the cost of the proposed 2011
water line from the Springbrook Dam to the City of Renton.
Councilman Swift stated that he had been informed that Ernst Hardware of Seattle
had installed a furnace in Renton without a permit and violated. the Renton Build—
ing code.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Attorney transmit a
communication to Ernst Hardware Company informing them that the install-ation is
contrary to Renton's Building Code and request them to secure a permit for this
installation and to alter the installation so that it would conform to the re—
quirements of the Building Code of tho City of Renton and further inform them
that in case they do not accede to the request they are subject to a penalty
violation of the Building Code of the City of Renton. Carried,
The Building Inspector was requested to confer with the City Attorney in re—
gard to any other violations of the fluil.ding Code.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Real & Personal Property Committee stated that
the Park Board had communicated with him regarding park property located on
land owned by the Puget Sound Power and Light Company on Renton Scenic-Hill.. He
stated that Mr. McLaughlin, President of the Puget Sound Power & Li2ht Com-)any
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requested certification as to the City Council's desire to purchase said property.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the Park Board and Property Committee
investigate this property and report back to the Council as to the advisability of
purchasing same. Carried.
i Councilman Bruce vas granted more time for his committee to inventory and appraise
the old materials at the City Garage.
Councilman Dullahant stated that property owners on the South (uphill) side of
Cedar Street requested more water pressure, and suggested that the shut—off valve
be moved from 6th Avenue to 5th Avenue to remedy this condition.
... Moved by hichardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this be referred to the City Engineer,
Supt. of Utilities and Fire & Water Committee for investigation and to report back.
Carried.
Councilman Dullahant further stated that during the Volunteer Fire Department Drill.,
they had found considerable grass growing around hydrants and recommended that this
grass be cut, the hydrants flushed -at least twice a year, the caps tested and that
the hydrants be painted.
Fire Chief Lawrence stated that there was $3000.00 allowance in the budget for
maintenance of the hydrants. The City Clerk stated that this allowance was for the
cost of water used for flushing the hydrants and for fighting fires.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the Fire Department start a program
to flush out all hydrants twice a year and that the Hydrants be painted by the
Street Department. Carried.
City Engineer Highton stated that they had made a study of the feasibility of using
luminous paint on the fire hydrants. Councilman Dullahant state(t that perhaps some
of the hydrants needed repair end the valves checked at different places, and that
in his opinion this was the duty of the !later Denartment. Councilman Reid suggested
that this be turned over to the Tire Chief and Fire & Water Committee. Councilman
Swift stated that in his opinion the Fire Department should report any work necessary
on the hydrants and valves and the water department should take care of the repair
problem. Councilman Dullahant stated that in his opinion this was the duty of the
City Engineer and Supt. of Utilities, and that the hydrants should be checked twice
a year according to regulations. Mayor Baxter stated that the Water Department has
the tools for checking the hydrants and valves and should take care of this pro—
blem and the painters have the equipment to paint the hydrants and should take care
of the painting.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant., that the Water Department be instructed
to check all hydrants and valves for complete operation. Carried.
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Councilman Reid inquired as to what action had been taken on the Honeydew `dater
System. Councilman Swift stated that in his opinion any action should be delayed
,ending information gathered in the proposed water survey of the over-all water
system of the City of Renton.
Airport Manager Stokes recommended that insurance be taken out to cover the control
tower and the old O'Brien Hangar Building, now the property of the City of Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Airport Manager and that this matter be referred to the Property
Committee. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that Mr. Hardenbergh of the Stoneway Dock Comnany is
interested in purchasing the property where the pwTko is located on the property
formerly owned by Del Gusso, now the property of the City of Renton.
City Engineer Highton stated that they were checking at the present time to
determine just how much of this property the City of Renton owns.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meet-i_ng adjourned at 10:30 P. M.
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The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City
Engineer, James Highton, S. R. ;taller, Supt. of Utilities and Park Supt., Gene
Coulon.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of July 11th be approved as
written. Carried.
A communication was read from H. T. Harstead & Associates with a report of an
over-all survey of the water system for Penton. Moved by hichardson, seconded by
Tamborini, that this be referred to the Fire and Water Committee, City Engineer
and Supt. of Utilities for a report back. Carried.
A communication was received_ from J. T. Moore, Industrial Agent of the Northern
Pacific Railway Company in answer to the City's request for an easement for a
street underpass at the southerly end of their bridge #2 over Cedar River, stating
that the request must be passed by I:lestern Officers of the Northern Pacific Rail-
way Company. Councilman Bruce stated that he had been informed that the Waterway
District representative had stated they had no objection to the City of Renton
using the road along the river between Williams and Logan Street.
The City Engineer stated that he had conferred with Mr. Meechem, a Northern
Pacific Representative and had been informed that the City of Renton would have
no difficulty in obtaining permission to use the underpass.
Councilman Bruce further stated that Mr. Gustine would like definite information
this evening as to whether the City is interested in purchasing a portion of his '
property. e
Councilman Bruce stated that in his opinion Mr. Gustine should be informed to to
ahead :,rith the sale of his property and the City of Renton could negotiate for
the purchase of same with the new owners, who have already expressed their will-
ingness to sell the portion of land in question to the City for this road.
A communication was read from H. B. Batchelder, Commercial Manager of the Puget
Sound Power and Light Company, Seattle, Washington, enclosing a copy of their
Schedule #82 Power Pactor Provisions for Power. Loads, and explaining that the
power account for the City Park becomes subject to this schedule on August 14,
1950.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the Light and
Power Committee. Carried.
A communication was read from Lawrence Hubble, Chief Examiner, Division of
Municipal Corporations of the State of Washington., Olympia, Washington, advising,
in compliance with Section 9000-1, Rem. Rev. Stat., that it will be necessary
to include approximately ;2;1200.00 in the 1951 budget for the examination of
General Accounts by the Division of Municipal Corporations. Moved. by "ichardson,
seconded by Bruce, that this communication be placed on file until the Council
begins work on the 1951 budget. Carried.
A communication was read from Hugh O'Nei.l requesting that his name be removed
from the vacation petition on Block 17, Renton Highlands. Mayor Baxter ordered ..r
the communication filed.
The City Attorney stated that upon investigation, he recommended that an emer-
gency budget be set up to cover the additional Airport Power expense at a later
date. Moved by hichardson, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the
recommendation of the City Attorney, Carried.
Mr. Walter Bennett requested that the Council investigate the manner that Lith
Avenue from Burnett Street (Milwaukee Depot) to Shattuck Street was being used
as a speedway and also as a short-cut instead of traffic using the State Highway,
further, that the street had been refinished twice and was in a very bad con-
dition nowt due to this usage. Mr. Bennett further stated that he had requested
action. be taken to have the Railroad discontinue loading coal trucks from the
railroad cars, as this was causing dust to settle on homes in this area and he con-
sidered this a public nuisance. He stated that if this condition was not cleared up
to the property owner's satisfaction that he was planning on circulating a petition
to have action taken.
Upon request for his opinion, the City Attorney stated that he would have to in-
vestigate this situation further before he could give a legal opinion on same. Moved
by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that this matter be referred to the City Attorney,
Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer to investigate and report back; and the
Chief of Police be requested to investigate the reports that cars are speeding over
this road. Carried.
The City Engineer was requested to check the condition of this road.
A communication was read from Stanley Hovland, President of the lire Department Civil
Service Commission, stating that the -eireDepartment Civil Service Commission had
certified the names of Thomas McLerra.n and C. A. Carbon as being next on the eligible
list for Captains of the Fire Department, as requested by Fire Chief Lawrence,
appointments to be effective immediately.
Mayor Joe R. Baxter appointed Thomas McLerran and C. A. Carbon as Captains for the
Fire Department, effective July 18, 1950. Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that
the Council concur in the recommendations of the Mayor. Carried.
Councilman Bruce introduced a lease, and recommended the Council's acceptance, to the
Spider Staging, Inc., superseding Cascade Foundry's Lease, for a term of three years
and eight months, commencing the first da;* of July, 1950, and terminating on the 28th
day of February, 1954, with certain stated stipulations.
Moved by Brace, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the Property Committees
recommendation and that the Mayor and. City Clerk be authorized- to sign the lease.
Carried..
Councilman Tamborini reported that the Committee on the proposed 20" water main
from Springbrook Dam to 4th & Main Street, and the replacement of the Kennydale Tank
had met and that Councilman Davidson would make a report.
Councilman Davidson reported that the Committee reported, after considerable study
and discussion of the estimates on both the 20" water main and the Kennydale Tank,
that the City purchase the 20" iron main to be installed from the Springbrook
Reservoir to 4th & Main Street at an estimated cost of '59,04.4.00 and also the 75,000
gallon tank for Kennydale, at an estimated cost of $3475.00. They further recommended
that this be covered by Revenue Bonds as the Water Fund is not adequate at the
present time to take care of this expenditure. The Superintendent of Utilities stated
that this was a very urgent matter.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the new tank could be connected with the old tank
temporarily and eventually the old tank could be entirely replaced by a larger tank.
Covnc,ilma.n Richardson questioned the advisability f a bonan over issuell at this
istem the above items and another bond issue later on
Improve-
ment for when the present survey is completed. Councilman Dullahant stated, in his
opinion, this 10" line from the Reservoir to 4th and Main and the Kennydale tank
could not be considered an emergency. He stated that a portion of the 10" pipe, as
above referred to, had already been replaced from 4th Avenue to 7th Avenue across
the Benson Highway and. approximately 70 feet at the Mine Crossing from the Reservoir
to Ross Phillips place, with a cast iron pipe.
Supt. of Utilities Waller stated that from May 10th to July 16th the City had ex-
pended ;'1.87.02 for labor and materials on the main pipe line from the reservoir to
4th & Main, that on Sunday, July 16th the repair job alone cost $157.54, including
labor and material.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Hansen, that the matter " *H
of a 20ain. line from
the Springbrook Dam to /,th & Main be referred to the Fire and Water Committee,
City Engineer and Supt. of Utilities for a report back.. Carried.
Councilman Dullahant stated that he would like all the members of his committee,
together with the City Engineer and Supt. of Utilities to make a complete investi-
gation of the water tank in Kennydale before any action was taken.
Moved by iLichardson, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the Fire Rc Water
Committee, City Engineer and Supt. of Utilities for a report back next week, and to
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further investigate the advisa)ility of a reservoir or a tank at this location.
Carried.
Councilman "ichardson requested each Councilman's comments on the proposed Ordinance
on Council Committees and their duties.
Councilman Bruce recommended that the word "jurisdiction" be substituted for
"supervision" in the Ordinance. The rest of the Councilmen agreed on this rewording.
Councilman Richardson asked that the Ordinance Committee meet Tuesday evening,
July 25, at 7:00 o'clock P.M., at which time they would take up the matter of this
Ordinance and refer it back to the City Attorney for redrafting.
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Councilman Bruce stated that the City Engineer and the Property Committee recommen—
ded that negotiations between Mr. Hardenbergh of Stoneway Dock and the City of
Renton for the purchase of the property that the pump is on, now owned by the City
of Renton, be held, pending the conclusion of the over—all water survey for the City
of Renton and Mr. Hardenber;h be advised that the City will not be ready to
negotiate with him until the survey is completed.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the City Engineer and the Property Committee and the City Clerk so
advise Mr. Hardenbergh. Carried.
Councilman Bruce further reported that the Property Committee had contacted Mr.
Davis regarding insurance to cover the two airport buildings and that they had been
informed that the property is now protected by insurance.
Councilman Bruce also stated that although they had not completed their appraisal
survey of the junk at the City Garage, they had found that the scrap steel could
be disposed of at $9.00 per ton from Renton or w14.90 per ton from Seattle. City
Engineer Highton stated that he would check to see if the City could lawfully take
this scrap iron into Seattle to sell. Moved by Rein, seconded by Dullahant', that
this be referred to the City Engineer with power to act. Carried.
n communication was read, ,signed by the City Engineer and Supt. of Utilities,
advising action_ be withheld on the extension of the City Water System northeast
of 12th Avenue North along the Sunset Highway until the study of the water system
is completed.
Moved by Peid, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Fire & Water Committee, City Engineer and Supt, of Utilities. Carried.
Councilman Reid informed Councilman Dullahant that the Puget Sound Power & Light
Company would start on all the Renton lighting projects on August 1st, 1950 and
this would include the "Traffic Light" at Lith and Factory.
Councilman Hansen of the Public Relations Committee reported that he had checked
with Trailways Seattle Office and they reported their busses stopped at the Tally
Ho bus terminal merely to pick up and let passengers off and that the Lake Shor
Lines were endeavoring to obtain parking space near the Tally Ho for parking and
would make their stops as short as possible in front of the Tally Ho.
The City Engineer stated that by removing the parking strip from in front of the
Tally Ho they could provide off—street parking. Moved by Richardson, seconded by
Swift, that this be referred to the City Engineer and Street I;Ic Alley Committee for
a report back. Carried.
There was a short discussion relative to reports that the dog catchers were not
keeping the dogs for a long enough period before disposing of them and also that
more than one person had a key to the dog pound. The "hief of Police was in—
structed to investigate and take care of this matter.
Councilman Swift reported the nett Valley City Association meeting will be
Wednesday, July 26th at Auburn, Washington.
Councilman Swift, further reported that Boeing employees, in their hurry to reach
the City proper, have been usihg the cut—off on Logan Street, West on tobin Ave.,
to Burnett Street, thence ,South on Burnett Street to 2nd Avenue and suggested that
this be made a one—way street for a trial period of one week to see if this would
eliminate this trouble. Moved by Bruce, seconded. by Freyman, that, the Street and.
Alley Committee and the Police Department make a survey regarding this suggestion
and come back with a recommendation. Carried.
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Coi.incilman Bruce reported that Boeing employees should be instructed that parking
would be allowed on only one side of the street 3.n the industrial area at Mother's
Park. Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reid, that the Police and License Committee
investigate regarding this problem and report back. Carried.
Councilman Reid requested that the City Clerk transmit a letter to Mr. Chester
Biesen, Executive Secretary of the Association of Volley Cities requesting that he
attend the next meeting and that he be requested to furnish, if possible, costs and
operations of the different Valley Cities that already have their own power set-ups.
There was a short discussion regarding an Engineer from Grande & Associates being
in the City Clerk's Office during the past week compiling information. They have a.
60 day period in which to make this report to the Power Committee.
Councilman Reid reported that he and the City Engineer had been investigating the
feasibility of (,rystal Springs as a possible source of water supply for the City
of Menton. As a former member of the Fire and Water Committee he and the City
EnH neer will investigate further and the committee will report back.
The City Engineer presented and recommended specifications for the call for bids
for the improvement of Maplewood Addition, under an L.I.D., for the oiling of
Maplewood streets. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council
concur in the recommendation of the City Engineer that bids be called for the
improvement and that the date of August 8th be set for the opening of bids. Carried.
The Supt, of Utilities and City Engineer presented a report of an estimate of cost
for control of flood water at the Spring Brook Dam, including flood light in-
stallation, labor and material for construction of fllume and. spillway as follows:
Material - a?2500.00, Labor - $500.00, a total amount of $3000.00.
The Supt. of Utilities stated that this was recommended to prevent extreme overtime,
included floodlights and a culvert under the roadway and 520 feet of pipe necessary
for construction of a spillway to divert flood water.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Davidson, that this report be referred to the Fire
f and 'Dater Committee, City Engineer and Supt, of Utilities for a report back.
Carried.
The Supt. of Utilities reported the costs on the installation of 445 water meters
in the Highlands , including material and labor was $14,456.79.
A statement of the amount due the R & S Construction Company on L.I.D., -',229, the
6" water main on Shattuck Street between 3rd and 2nd Avenue ai,d 2nd 4venue between
Shattuck Street and Whitworth Street, in an amount of $322.19 was read. The City
Clerk explained that this was the 15% that was retained until the contract was
completed and all bills in this connection are cleared.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that this be referred to the City Attorney,
City Engineer and Finance Committee with power to act. Carried.
The City Clerk reported that he had received inquiries relative to Council action
on the rezoning petitions of `'tan Kaczmarek and Otto Sundholm. Moved by Bruce,
seconded by Hansen, that these property owners be granted their requests for re-
zoning from residential to commercial and the remainder of the property to the
City limits be held in abeyance until the owners of this property request this
rezoning. Carried.
The City ''Attorney stated that he had conferred with Mr. McGarrigle of the Puget
Sound Power and Light Company regarding changing the Sodium Vapor Light contract
to two years and that he would have an answer by the next Council meeting.
Chief of Police Stewart reported that he had received many complaints that
... residents in the Highlands were using water in their yards during the restricted
period and that his department was endeavoring to keep this under close check.
Piro Chief Lawrence stated that the next Disaster Relief Committee me^ting would
be held Thursday, July 27, 1950 at the `ire Hall and that they expected to have
a University of Washington speaker for this meeting. Anyone that is able to
attend this meeting is invited.
Park Supt. Coulon stated that construction had been started on the fence and back-
stop at Liberty Park.
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City Attorney Haugan reported that he had written a letter to the Ernst Hardware
Company informing them that their installation of a. furnace in a certain Renton
home was contrary to the building code, also, that unon investigation he had found
that the Boeing Property is still under the supervision of the Federal Government
and had not been returned to private owners.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Reid, that 9.11 bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
CURRENT
Payroll it $1027.54 7863-76
Claims if 272.00 77
Payroll If 8090.32 78-7957
Claims it 5272.49 58-7999.
Payroll it 2667.45 8000-13
WATER.
Payroll " 1704.41 8001-17
Claims " 3291.70 18-33
Payroll " 1705.44 34-46
CITY STREETS
Payroll " 1573.19 5630-47
Claims " 2510.59 48-69
Payroll " 1618.73 70--83
SEWER DISPOSAL
Payroll It 713.26 1888-99
Claims " 495.82 1900=03
1904 Voided
Payroll " 199.50 1-905-1906
ATHLETIC
Payroll If
329.84 520-23
Claims it 177.73 24-26
AIRPORT
Payroll I 14.7.35 925-29
Claims if 1.837.2.3 30-38
LIBRARY
CLAIMS " 445.89 2123-31
Payroll " 851.04 32-38
Claims " 93.22 39-40
PARK
Payroll " 1711.08 1392714.06
Claims " 419.67 07-1414
Payroll Withholding 188.80 15
CMMRMATIVE FUND
#1183
Payroll y" 1117.23 295-304
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:40 P.M.
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Renton, Wash
July 25, 1950
The regulr,-r meeting of the City Council was called to order by acting Mayor Charles
Delaurenti at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSO_' , SWIFT, BRUCE, HANSEN, TRI114, REID, DAVIDSON,
TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTIMJT HEADS present were; City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk; Wiley Crook; City
Treasurer; Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Supt. of Utilities, S.R.
Waller; Gene Coulon, Superintendent of Parks and Building Inspector, Walter Will.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by N^nsen, that the minutes be apnroved as corrected.
Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTIMTT
Ns. AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2014 275.00 A ngelP Ba.11atore 305 Meadow St. Install new roof
5 14,000.00 L. W. Saunders 1513 3rd North erect residence
6 100.00 Mrs. Chinn 22.6 Williams St Install hood over range
7 400.00 E. L. Wirch 2512 9th Place erect garage
8 100.00 Griff Jones 226 Main St remodel house
9 650.00 A. G. Swanson 639 G. Street A If
20 71500.00 Louis Delaurenti, Jr. 710 3rd Ave. No. erect residence
1 500.00 Nels G. Johnson 311 Factory St, erect garage
2 15,000.00 M. J. Lackie 405 3rd Avenue erect store bldg.
3 50.00 Mrs. C. Tonda 1308 Beacon Ave wire for range
4 Wm. Watkins 309 Wells St. install plumbing
5 2,000.00 Elks Club ¢#1809 226 Main St. remodel bldg.
6 200.00 Orlando Bressan 74-1 High St, remodel house
7 100.00 Earl Gebinini 106 Logan St, rewire for range
8 100.00 R, L, Carter 2225 7th Ave. N. erect fence
9 400.00 Mrs. June Chambers 2114 8th Ave. No. erect wall
30 350.00 Dist. #,E11 City of R. 4th & Shattuck install circuit
1 750.00 James Zerwoodis Rt. 1, Box 1270 remodel store front
2 100.00 Phillip Skochilich 2608 5th Ave. N. erect fence
3 250.00 Wm. S. Wilson 612B.-G. Street erect garage
4 2000.00 Roy Danielson 514.6 Park remodel property
5 100.00 J. F. Barnett 415 Whitworth St. move garage
6 lOQ;00 Mrs. V. Donati 504 Tobin Ave erect fence
7 100.00 Veer Staley 502 N. Wm.s St, install furnace
8 100.00 Wm, M. Dole 445 N. Wells install furnace
9 100.00 Mrs. Perry 807 A. Street install furnace
40 100.00 Ray Smuda 215 Park Ave wire for range
1 John Vickery 416 Morris St. change furnace
2 300.00 John Corbley 12748 SE 14.4th erect garage
F 3 239.00 Al. Tinni 309 N. Wells St. wire house
4 100.00 Van Myers 537 Smither St repair shed
5 Veer Staley 502 N. Wms. St. change furnace
6 50.00 Aldo A. Sca.ppini 406 Burnett St remodel house
7 1,000.00 R. 11. Jardine 11411 Sunset Blvd. erect wood burner
8 300.00 Gordon W. Baker 2219 6th Place install furnace
9 200.00 Phil Moyer 104 Burnett repair roof
50 71000.00 Clarke Bros. Motor 1020 Bronson Way remodel garage
1 H. M. Shepard 715 High St install plumbing
2 500.00 Max D. Ritchie 8416 S. 138th remodel house
3 500.00 Dr. Ambrose 922 3rd Ave. remodel office
4 400.00 John Hietala 621 Morris St erect garage
5 3,000.00 Wms. & Swanson 3 rd & Burnett erect bldg.
6 400.00 Bernard Barron 815 D. St, erect garage
7 100.00 Jim Weed 11307 116th St. erect fence
8 100.00 Henry Pedersen 2508 7th Place- erect carport
9 John Honea 11620 SE 116th rewire for range
60 S. A. Collender Co. 532 Grant St. complete plumbing
1 n 540 n; n n
2 if rr 600 " rr it
3 n n 60/4.
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4 It n 1415 Beacon rt n
5 500.00 Oehm Kirinran 431 'Wells Demolish bldg.
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APPLICATI.GNS FOR BUILDING PEPMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPT,
N0, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE WORK
2066 50.00 Louis Sutler 721 Kigh St complete plumbing
7 William Taylor 509 Cedar St rewire house
8 $2000.00 LeRoy Johnson Rainier Theater remodel lobby
9 Fred Botsford 2315 6th Ave. No. install furnace
70 400.00 IF it " IT erect porch
1 Mrs. Peterson 357 Factory St. install plumbing
2 Mr. & Mrs. A. Kalis 501 Renton Ave It.
3 700,00 C. C. Simmons 651 G. St. remodel house
4 150600 A. I. Seguin 2319 6th North erect carport
5 1200.00 Arthur R. Hammond 514 Bronson Place erect concrete sidewalk
6 Renton School Dist. ;403 2nd & Morris St. install plumbing
7 400.00 Ray Paglia 607 Williams remodel house
800.00 Wayne Armstrong 505 Burnett remodel house
9 .500.00 J. Zwirn 2014 8th Ave. N. erect garage
80 Doyle Snyder 2906 8th Ave. N. rewire house
1 400.00 Kenneth Lindgren 2113 9th Place erect garage
2 100.00 Mrs. Murdock 601 Morris rewire for range
3 675.00 Wm. Hazelett 2224 6th Ave. No. erect garage
A communication was read from J. S. Hardie, 13283 Rainier Avenue, Renton, Washington
requesting that a STOP AND GO light be installed at 2nd and Rainier Avenue at Renton,
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by..Bruce, that this be referred to the Light and Power
Committee and Chief of Police for investigation and a report back. Carried..
A communication was read from Ken Fisher, Trea.snrer of the Fisher Flouring Ydlls
Company, Seattle, stating that they had a 50,000 gallon wood stave water tank available
for sale, also a steel tower, for the erection of said tank and requested that they be
allowed to negotiate with the City of Renton for the sale of the tank. Moved by
Richardson, seconded by Swift, that this be referred to the same committee as was the
previous report of S. R. Waller, Supt. of Utilities; namely the Ways and Means
Committee, Fire 8: 71a.ter Committee, Supt. of Utilities, City Engineer and City
Attorney. Carried.
A communication was read from Mary E. Clsthus, 643 G. Street asking th^t her name and
that of G. 0. Osthus be removed from the petition to close the alley in Block: 17.
r... Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this request be referred to the
Street & Alley Committee with the rest of the correspondence relative to vacation
of the alley in Plock 17, Renton Highlands. Carried.
Acting Mayor Delaurenti asked if anyone in the audience had any questions to discuss.
After considerable discussion on the vacation of alleys during which time Chief of
Police Stewart stated that he had detailed two policemen to the Highlands with
notices to all persons having any form of obstruction in any alley to remove said
obstructions so that all alleys would be opened within 10 days.
Mr. Harold Jorgensen, 2207 8th Avenue North, Renton Highlands stated that all the
persons living in Block 12, which he represented, had held a meeting and for the
benefit and best interests of all these parties, would like to ask the Council to
reconsider their petition for vacation with permission of two months stay of re-
moval of the fences to enable two of the property owners to haul the necessary soil
to improve their places before the vacation was allowed, or with Council approval,
that the petition for vacation be post-dated two months to allow these men time to
make these improvements. He further stated that all these property owners would
abide by the Council's action.
The City Attorney-informed Councilman Richardson that the Council would be within
its rights in taking separate action on this alley in Block 12.
r. Councilman Tamborini stated that all property owner,- had been notified to remove all
obstructions from alleys within 10 days and that in his opinion the Council should
insist that all parties concerned comply with this notification_.
The City Attorney restated that the Council cannot legally permit an alley to be
closed by allotting people to block it, but only taking the necessary Council action
to vacate said alley; the Council does have power to vacate an alley on proper
petition. Councilman Swift stated that his understanding was that Mr. Jorgensen
only requested time to allow the two people in his block to complete proposed
improvements.
Mr. Jorgensen stated that building permits had been issued to these to property
owners, that had built fences to the center line of the alley by the Engineering
Department.
The City Attorney stated that in his opinion this matter was a question of encroach-
ment and that it was the Derogative of the Council to consider any petition presented
to them regarding vacation of the alley in question.
Mr. Jorgensen further stated that it was their intention to leave a 3 foot cinder
path where the alley is now located, to allow the children to walk thru the block
instead o" on the streets; further that the alley ended in a steep bank and that
even though cars had access thru the alley there was only one exit and -entrance.
CounciLma.n Swift stated that according to his understanding of the intent of the law,
the Council should act in the best interests of the majority of the people and he
felt that if a petition for the vacation of the alley in question, signed by 100%
of the property owners adjacent to the alley, was presented to the Council, said
petition should be given -due consideration.
Councilman Richardson stated that he was in agreement with Councilman Swift in re-
gard to this matter and -that he believed Mr. Jorgensen had the right intent in
presenting their request before the Council for consideration.
The City Engineer stated that there Is a steep bank at the West end of the alley
in Block 12 which is impassable at the present time.
Chief of Police Stewart requested information regarding the legality of enforcing
the removal of structures in some alleys and permitting obstructions to remain in
others.
Moved. by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this problem be referred to the
Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer for a report back Tuesday, August lst
Carried.
Acting Mayor Delaurenti answered Mr. Joregnsen that the Council endeavored-to act
at all times in the best interests of all the people and would try to reach a
solution on the problem as presented as speedily as possible.
Mr. Johnny Ramsey of the Ramsey Advertising Agency requested permission to present
a proposition for the installation of refuse cans on the streets of the City of
Renton to the City Council. These refuse cans are to be furnished by his company
who will sell advertising to be posted on the cans, to pay for the cans. These
cans will be maintained by them and washed every two w eeks; every six months they
will be repainted or they will be repaired and repainted as often as necessary.
The cans are to be stationary - - plugged in the sidewalks. Their will be of a
height for easy waste disposal and will have m t-il strips on the side to hold ad-
vertising. They request the City give them permission to sell advertising for two
year period. They will be completely covered by insurance.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this be referred to the Sani-
tation Committee, Supt. of Utilities and City Attorney. Carried.
Acting Mayor Delaurenti declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting
was called to order by acting Mayor Delaurenti.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON) SWIFT, BRUCE, HANSM11 TRIMM, REID, DAVIDSON,
U21BORINI AND DULLAHANT,
Mr. Tom Nichols of the Highlands addressed the Council stating that he had been
given a summons to appear in Court on Wednesday for using water for watering his
lawn after 8100 o'clock P.M., in the Highlands and inquired as to wbo was respon-
sible for the provision and if he could he excused as this was his first offense.
Councilman Swift inrormed Mr. Nichols that there is a City Ordinance governing the
use of unmetered water in the Highlands. Councilman Richardson further informed
Mr. Nichols that only one pump was working to supply water for the Highlands, that
a shaft had broken in the other one to-day, and although they have started to fix
that pump that was broken, in the meantime they are endeavoring to pump water
through the Windsor Hill pump to the Highlands; that the reservoir was drained to
a 7 foot level and therefore the City delcared the situation an emer**envy.
Acting Mayor Delaurenti suggested that it might be a. good policy of the City if
the first time offenders were warned before they were penalized for violation of an
ordinance concerning the use of water. The Chief of Police informed the Council
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that all ».nmetered users of water had been r estricted from using water for irri-
g3tion or watering lawns during period, as stated in water regulation Ordinances,
for years and that the public had been advised of this fact by repeated notices in
the newspapers and running a sound truck over. the City during the summertime when
water was usually scarce and that policemen had repeatedly reminded offenders and
on different occasions they had toured the block to come back and find the water
turned on again. Councilman Trimm further stated that a notice had been published
in several additions of both Renton papers advising restrictions on the curtailed use
of unmetered water users.
Councilman Richardson informed Mr. Yichols that the Council could not interfere with
the Police Court in carrying out its duties as defined by law, but that in his
opinion the Police Court Dealt fairly and justly with all cases that came under its
jurisdiction.
A communication was read from Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police stating that moto.—
cycle officers and prowler car crews have been instructed to work 4th and Burnett
to slow down the traffic. Also, in regard to dog pound procedure, (1) Dogs are kept
48 hours, (2) The dog pound is cleaned twice daily, (3) There is only one key in
possession of dog catchers and (4) Unclaimed dogs are given to interested persons
only when they have paid the pound fee and purchased a license for the dog. The
communication was ordered filed.
The City Clerk reported that there was a question on the manner of oiling of the
streets in Maplewood, whether this should be let out on contract under an L.I.D.,
or whether the property owners furnish the materials (crushed rock, gravel and oil)
and the City to furnish labor and equipment for the grading and finishing. City
Engineer James Highton stated that he did not have a complete and reliable list of
all legal owners of property in Maplewoo6 and that he needed more time to secure
surae and estimate the amount of expense that would be charged against each piece
of property in the area to be improved. More time granted.
Councilman Richardson stated that he would like to have a Resolution read on the
vacation of a portion of an Alley in Block 20, Renton Highlands, and that the City
Engineer,-City Attorney and Councilman Swift, Chairman of the Street and Alley
Committee were familiar with the resolution and would explain it after it had been
read.
The City Clerk read Resolution No. 780, whereas a petition had been filed by George
H. Jacobson and Berget M. Jacobson, his wife and John H. Hastie and Eileen B. Hastie,
his wife, requesting that a portion of the alley -in Block 20, Plat of Renton, High-
lands be vacated, and the petitioners having tendered therewith a quit-claim deed
conveying to the City of Renton for alley pruposes an equal area of Lot 2 in said
Block 20 now abutting upon the easterly _line of existing alley. The 28th day of
August is set for date of public hearing upon said petition.
Councilman Swift explained that this transaction was an even trade, that the people
were purchasing this corner from the City and giving their corresponding portion
to the City. Moved by Brice, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt the re-
solution as read. Carried.
The City Clerk asked the Finance Committee what action they w ere taking on the
statement from the R R S Construction Company for the balance due on L.I.D. #229,
The City Clerk was informed that the Finance Committee had acted favorably on this
statement and recommended payment.
Councilman Trimm reported that the Sanitation Committee, Supt. of Utilities and City
Attorney had met with Mr. 'Ramsey of the Ramsey Advertising Agency and they re-
commended that this proposed Refuse Can proposition be held in committee until they
could further check the advisability and legality of the refuse cans on the street.
Moved by Trmborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Committee. Carried.
�... Councilman Swift reported that the Street and Alley Committee had. met with Mr.
Jorgensen from Block 12 and that Mr. Jorgensen was going to endeavor to bring in
a petition to the next Council meeting with signatures of 100 percent of the
property owners and the Council could proceed with the matter at that time.
Councilman Dullahant reported that he and Councilman Trimm of the Fire and Water
Committe, the City Engineer and Supt. of Utilities had investigated the tank at
Kennydale and recommended that the Supt. of Utilities go ILhead with the purchase
of a new tank for Kennydale by calling for bids and having the tank installed.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the rec=men-
dation of the Fire & Water Committe, Supt. of Utilities and City Engineer. Carried. Ow
Councilman Dullahant further reported for the are & Water Committee, Supt. of
Utilities and City Engineer on the flume for the Spring Brook Dam that the
Committee recommended that the Sunt. of Utilities proceed with the project and a
call for bids be issued for the construction of a flume and spillway (including
flood light installation) for controlling flood waters at the Spring Brook Dam.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the committee. Carried.
More time was granted. Councilman Dullahant for the Fire & Water Committee on the
proposed 10" pipe from the Reservoir to 4th & Main.
Councilman Dullahant reported for the Fire & Water Committee, Supt. of Utilities
and City Engineer and recommended in regard to the OVERALL water system survey
as submitted by H. T. Harstad and Associates, Consulting _En.gineers, that the rpo-
position be not accepted by the Council at the present. Moved by Tamborini,
seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation of the Committee.
Carried.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Property Committee, reported that the Committee
recommended that Mr. Hardenbergh of Stoneway :Dock Company be allowed to purchase
the 4" low-pressure pipe at a cost of x$`103.50 as this pipe is of no value to the
City.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Committee. Carried,
Councilman Swift asked that the City Clerk remind Mr. Bnrnem by letter to bring
in hid deed to have it checked by the Engineering Department. The City Clerk
stated that Mrs. Agnes Richmond, Attorney for Mrs. Dick, Mr.. Barnes' mother-in-law,
had been in the office and stated that she had not seen the deed to the property
and was checking and would contact the City Clerk later of her findings.
Councilman Swift reported that the street in front of the K.P. HALL had been
oiled and that the property owners on 116th SE were preparing a petition for pre-
sentation to the Council.
The Street and Al]ey Committee, City Engineer ane' Ways & Means Committee was
granted more time on their recommendation regarding the reconditioning of the
sunken street from 2nd Avenue to Cedar River on Main Street. The Street & Alley
Committee further reported that 4th Avenue between Burnett and Shattuck had been
repaired and that upon investigation had found that the coal dust that was spread
over homes near the Pacific Coast Railroad Depot was not caused from transferring
of coal from the railroad cars to the coal tricks as this was heavily sprinkled
during loading; but from the coat dust that was already on the ground and they
asked the Pacific Coast Railroad Company to clean up the dust from the coal.
Acting Mayor Delaurenti reported for Mayor Baxter that there would be a special
meeting of all Councilmen with the Mayor's Special Housing Disposition Committee
at 8:QO o'clock, Thursday evening in the Council Chambers. A representative .from
the Housing Authority is going to explain to the Councilmen and the Mayor's
Special Disposition Committee the nevi Housing Law. The City Attorney was requested
to attend this meeting.
Councilman Tamborini reminded the Councilmen of the Associaticn of Valley Cities
meeting at Auburn on Wednesday evening, July 26th.
The City Clerk reported that he had contacted Mr. Walker, Secretary of the
Association and that Mr. Walker had informed him that Mr. Chester Biesen, Exe-
cutive Secretary of the Association of Washington Cities would be at the meeting
and would bring all available material on Light and Power Distribution Systems in
different Washington Cities that owned their Distribution Systems for Light &
Power.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
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Cit Clerk
Mayor
Renton, Washington
August 1, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was caUed to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAUREP;TI, RICHARDSOY) SWIFT, BRUCE, HANSEN, TRI1,24) RFID,, FRE-YMAN, T AMBORINI
AND DULLARANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPAXIIiENT DADS present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Police Chief,
Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk,Wil.ey Crook; City Treasurer,
Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton, Supt. of Utilities, S. R. Waller;
Park Supt., Gene Coulon and Building Inspector, Walter Will.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the minutes of July 25th be approved as
written. Carried.
A communisation was read from Don Humble, &-ecutive Director of the dousing Authority
of the'City of Renton in answer to the inquiry of F. E. Lawrence; Fire Chief= and
Thomas Trimm, Chairman of the Sanitation Committee as to the possibility of having
public rest rooms installed in the Shopping Center in the Renton Highlands. Mr. Humble
stated that this matter was brought before their Board of Commissioners at the next
meeting and they were instructed to inquire of the Public Housing Administration if
such installation were possible within the present policy of that Agency. They further
enclosed a. copy of the reply to their inquiry and stated that they regretted being
unable to install the requested public rest rooms at this time.
The City Clerk also read the communisation, in reply to Mr. Hiuke's inquiry to the
Public Housing Administration mentioned above, from R. B. Spaulding, Chief, Management
Section of the Housing and Home Finance Agency, Public Housing Administration stating
that they did not believe failure to provide such rest rooms would be hazardous to
health within the meaning of the regulations as expressed in Manual Section 4150:10,
since the community building does provide rest rooms and is reasonably close to the
shopping center. They further stated that previous experience with public rest rooms
as provided at shopping centers has not been good; it has meant considerable expense
in maintenance and janitorial work, and for these reasons, they are not able to
authorize the installation of public rest rooms in the shopping center. Moved by
Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the City Clerk notify those concerned of this
report. Carried.
A communication was received from Frank Fughes, General Chairman of the "Greater Renton
Days" requesting permission to sponsor the "Midget Cattle Shona" from Lost Canyon, during
August 13, 19 and 20. He further stated that the approval of the Chief of Police had
already been received. The truck, which would house the animals and would take the
space of approximately two parking meters, would be parked near public gatherings
as dances, etc., and no admission would be charged, but that a donation box would be
placed inside the van .for those desiring to contribute. The '"Greater Renton Days"
would receive 20% of these contributions. Moved by Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that
this request be granted. Carried.
A letter was received from James L. Lee of LEES ICE C19E�-1M COMPANY, 17/49 — 13th South,
Seattle, Washington requesting permission to operate one more ice cream vehicle in
the residential district of Renton. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that
this be referred to the Police and License Committee and Chief of Police with power
( to act. Carried.
A letter was received from Wayne C. Miller 2651 13th Ave., North., Renton, dash.,
rerjuesting a peddler's permit to operate an ice cream route in the City of Fenton
by motor scooter or very small panel truck,, to serve as a means of support for him—
self and family. Moved by Swift, seconded by Trimm, that this be referred to the
Police u License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
An application was read from Mrs. Louise B. Thomas for renewal of licenses from
July 11 1950 to June 30 1951 on the Rentona. Nursing Home at 516 Wells Street and
the Thomas Nursing Home at 202 Mill Street. Moved. by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini
that this be referred to the Chief of Poli_c;e, Eire Chief, Police & Licenee Committee
and Health Officer with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Charles A. Brunnette, 622 G Place, Renton Highlands,
Renton, Wash., asking that his signature be withdrawn from the -petition for the
vacation of the alley in block 18, Renton Highlands. Moved by Reid, seconded by
Tamborini, that this request be-granted and the communication filed with the alley
vacation file. Carried.
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A communisation was read from Ned Stokes, Manager of the Renton Airport, stating his
opinion,that the recommended amount of fire coverage for the Control Tower Building
would be $7,000.00 and for the Control Tower Equipment, `,?4,000.00; he further stated
that the policy should contain comprehensive coverage for windstorms, etc., to cover
breakage of glass and subsequent ruin of the equipment, all contained on the third.
floor. Also, in his opinion, the recommended amount of fire coverage for the O'Brien
Hangar is : 4,000.00; both of these buildings are covered with a 30-day hinder, carried
by Tom Dobson & Son, that expires August 8, 1950 and the .Airport Manager further re-
quests that this date be considered in their decision. Moved by Reid, seconded by
Freyman, that this communication be referred to the Property Committee. Carried.
A petition was read from Timothy and Anna M. Morgan, his wife, 13262 Rainier Ave.,
Renton, Wash., requesting. that portion of Gov't Lot 4 in Section 18, Township 23,
Range 5 East W.M., lying between Easterly line of Rainier Avenue and Westerly bank
of Black River and lying between lines 501 North and 408.21 North respectively of
the Northerly marginal line of Seattle Cedar River Pipe bine R/J. less Tax Lots 125
and 112., be rezoned from residential to commercial. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by
Reid, that the petition be referred to the Planning Commission for a report back.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that on July 24th he had letters delivered to residents of the
City of Renton (Highlands) , stating that any obstructions in alleys be ordered re-
moved within 10 days and that any fences, buildings or obstructions of any kind
should be removed or be in the process of moving. This was by order of the Council
and the Mayor. Magor Raxter stated that this order will be carried out and any per-
sons having any form of obstruction in any alley will be forced to abide by this
order and remove same.
The Cit- Attorney answered Mayor Baxter that in a problem of this kind, procedure
should be checked to see what authority can be given as to who will remove obstruc-
tions and who will pati for removal of same.
Mayor Baxter declared the fence question in the alleys of the City of Renton con-
cluded.
Supt. of Utilities Waller stated that on investigation of the wood stave tank at
the Fisher Flouring Mills, they had found the condition of the tank did not warrant
consideration in the call for bids. He further stated that a gentleman from Aberr)een
who had installed a cedar tank at Pacific Car and Foundry Company and one for the
Pacific Coast Rail-road Company, had asked that specifications be written up to in-
clude this type of tank. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the specifi-
cations for the call for bids include cedar as well. a s a fir stave tank. Carried.
The Chief of Police reported that an investigation at the location of 2nd and
Rainier proved, in his opinion, that a STOP AND GO light would speed up the traffic
and be detrimental to the interests of traffic safety and he could not recommend
a STOP AND GO light.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had received several calls from residents near this lo-
cation stating that they did not want a light at this corner, that they believed
it would cause considerable traffic congestion. Moved by Dull_ahant, seconded by
Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the Police Chief. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that it was the recommendation of the Street and Alley
Committee that the City Attorney write a letter to the Pacific Coast Railroad Com-
pany asking them to see that coal dust that falls on the ground during the process
of loading coal from railroad cars to trucks be kept cleared up at all times. Moved
by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that a public hearing should be had before the street at
the west side of. Burnett between 2nd and Tobin be made a one-*.ray street.
The Chief of Police stated that there were only a. few property oti*hers involved in
this request for a one-way street and he would see that the people living on this
street be given the petition to sign if one was prepared. The Street and Alley Com-
mittee was given more time on the above problem.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Property Committee, requested that the City Clerk
draft a letter. to Dr. Ambrose, Chairman of the Brian Woods Memorial Committee, to
arrange a meeting between George Pirtchard, and William Bennett, members of the
Committee and Dr. Ambrose together with-the Property Committee to determine what
arrangements can be made regarding the purchase of the strip of land next to the
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American Legion Hall, by the City of Renton to be used for a road.
Chief of Police, Vincent Stewart informed Councilman Dullahant that the City of
Renton, being over 15,000.population, did not get State aid for the installation
of lights on State Hi.u°hway Crossings and the reason that the lights were not work-
ing at these intersections (Factory Street and Bronson Way North and Maple Valley
Way & Bronson Way) was that the State had not given the City of Renton permission
for the necessary changes in installations. The City Engineer further stated that
the Sate was making a survey of several State intersections at this time and will
give the City of Renton advanta-e of information secured, as soon as possible.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Freyman, that the Power &- bight Committee, Traffic
Division and City Engineer make a. survey regarding traffic lights at the intersection
rr. of Factory and Bronson Way and the intersection of Maple Valley Way and Bronson Way
and secure information from the State as to the time it would be possible to make
the changes needed. Carried.
Councilman Reid reported that signers of the Honeydew water petition, previously
presented to the Council, have further requested that they be permitted to lay their
own pipe, di<T their own ditches and do everything possible to extend the water to
themselves.
The Supt. of Utilities stated that he and the City _%gineer had made a recent in-
vestigation of this line to where these people would like to join and found that
there would not be sufficient pressure to carry the water to these people without
the extra expense of a booster pump at the point where this pipe would connect with
the main line.
Mayor Baxter asked if by making a circuit of this proposed line, they would be able
to include those people on the Sunset Highway that would like to have water ex-
tended to them also.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freymen, that the Supt. of Utilities and City
Engineer make a survey of all these proposed lines giving the people the estimated
cost and have them present their petitions to the Council for further consideration.
Carried.
City Engineer Highton stated that after a thorough check of the signatures of the
property owners of the Maplewood petition for oiling of their streets, they find
in accordance with StateLaw there were insufficient signatures; that they were
approximately 1.5 or 16%_short.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Maplewood Committee be noti-
fied of the above information. Carried.
The Park Superintendent reported that the fence at Liberty Park was well under
way as was the back stop and work had been started on the fence at Mother's Park.
The Building Inspector reported that the Engineering Department had checked all
permits issued to residents of the Highlands and he was certain there were never
any permits issued to persons to build fences to the centerline of any alley.
The City Engineer reported that the Northwest Precote Company would begin work
on the blacktopping Houser Way .August 2nd.
The Fire Chief reported- a very fine meeting of the Disaster Relief Committee on
July 27th and stated they had a very fine speaker and would try and have the same
sneaker back for a leter meeting.
Councilman Reid reported there were only three representatives from Renton at the
Association of Valley Cities meeting at Auburn on July 26th. The next meeting of
the Association of Valley Cities will be held on August 23rd in Renton at the Fire
Hall and Councilman Reid asked that they have a good representation at this meeting
as they are going to discuss the power situation further.
Councilman Swift recommended that the City of Renton direct a letter to the General
Services Administration, requesting that the Lions Club of Renton be allowed to
lease the East Bay of the North TJarehouse of the Boeing Buildings in which to hold
their annual Merchants Exposition and :for the purpose of allowing different civic
Organizations to use said space for non-profit civic purposes.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that the City Clerk draft a letter to the
General Services Administration as per the recommendation of Councilman Swift.
Carried.
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Councilman Bruce asked that all the people of Renton be notified that the Cite of
Renton is not obligated to repair streets in Renton that have not had a permanent
finish, that any streets that have not been improved in the past woul6 require the
property owners themselves to pay Pt least a portion of the expenses for improve-
ment of same.
Councilman Swift stated that the City Engineer would give any property owner the
estimated cost of this improvement upon their request for same, and if the people
living on these streets would pay to the City Treasurer their share of said cost
of improvement, the City Engineer would include the improvement of said streets in
the street improvement program.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that information relative to ways and means
of proposed improvements of streets be published in both papers for the informa-
tion of all the people of Renton. Carried.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The followin bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
CURRENT
Claims 339.10 5014-8018
Payroll " 15,715.50 19-8164
Claims " 158.0.5 65-8166
Payroll King Cty. Medical 361.50 67-
Claims " 89.36 68-69
Payroll it 1,178.76 70-82
WATFT.
Claims 11 10.00 8047
Payroll " 10673.33 48-66
CIT` STRPYTS
Payroll 517.26 5083-91
Claims "' 128.59 92
Payroll King County Med. 61.50 93
Payroll 1212.75 94-5705
SEWER DISPOSAL
Payroll " 1528.90 1906-1927
ATHLETIC
Payroll if 377.50 5,27-32
AIRPORT
Payroll 939-52
LIBRARY
Claims it 97.50 2141
Payroll
839.53 42-48
Claims " 281.54 49-58
Payroll " 29.10 59-,60
PARK
Payroll " 2014.76 1415.34
Claims 35•W )5-36
CUP-iULATIVP FUND
#183
Payroll if 482.25 305-308
L I.D. -#229
Claims it 322.19 2
FIREI•IEN I S PENSION
FUND
Claims " 290.00 32-35
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at (9:30 P.M.)
City Cl -
Mayor,
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Renton, Washir_r-ton
August 8, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 3:00 o'clock P.M.
-ROLL C!LL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, HANSEN, TRIMM, FREYMAN, DAVIDSON, TAMF30RINI
AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS present were: City Attorney, Arthur Hauga.n; Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Engineer, James Highton, Surt.
of Utilities, S. R. Waller and Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the August 1st meeting
be ^pn roved as corrected. Carried.
APPLIC 1TIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUB11ITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTME11T
NO. AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2084 50.00 Ann Lotto 107 Factory St reshingle house
5 1800.00 Mrs. Thomas 516 Wells asbestos siding
6 Griff Jones 226 main St. install plumbing
7 250.00 C. S. Williams 117 Williams new roof
8 300.00 Eva Kauzlar.4-ch 8644 S. 138th St. remodel residence
9 100.00 WillWilson 444 N. Williams St. remodel residence
90 100.00 Mrs. L. Dow 807 K. Street wire for range
1 Pete Agnesani 217 Pelly install oil furnace
2 100.00 Arthur Maki 617 Morris St. repair. shed
3 2500.00 Aeromotive Service Airport erect addition
4 Lackiets Electric 407 3rd Ave. plumbing
5 100.00 O.J. Olson 2516 9th Place remodel house
6 300.00 R. H.Petermeyer 14217 127th SE erect garage
7 D. T. Harries 1214 3rd Ave install furnace
g 60.00 Max Jensen 2343 6th Place erect fence
9 500.00 Carl E. Kreutz 2.311 6th Place remodel residence
2100 100.00 Nello Pistoresi 230 Garden St. remodel residence
1 Paul Campeen 330 Whitworth install oil burner
r.. 2 400.00 Frank E. Kelso 2114 9th Place remodel residence
3 200.00 Pete Bi.siack 1401 7th Ave. remodel residence
4 L. L. Billington 2421-A 7th Horth move water tank
5 100.00 Harry "hearer 511 3rd. Ave remodel residence
6 100.00 M. Winch 2016 6th Place erect fence
7 8000.00 Erwin Fey 510 3rd Ave. remodel building
8 F. L. Mon.ohan 532 Pelly St install plumbing
9 900.00 S. A. Collender Co. 7662 Mission Dr. wire 5 homes complete
10 Chris Rucci 206 Tobin St. rewire for range
1 300.00 William Koshak 2118 9th Place erect garage
2 Glenn Adams 808 D Street install floor furnace
3 0. E. Swarts 625 G Street " - " "
4 Chas, Swartfager 635 G It it it
5 W. Hand 2208 6th North it it
6 200.00 H. L. Broef.fle 2502 9th Place erect garage
7 100.00 Jacob Zier 434 N. Wells erect °
8 C. iii. McDa.niels 324 Williams St. install nlumbing
9 2500.00 Bob Edwards 213 Wells erect service sta.
20 Florence Custer 332 Pelly Ste install plumbing
1 Floyd Lawrence 305 Pelly rewire for range
2 300.00 Florence Custer 332 Pelly St. rewire house
3 James Dowdell 2408 6th Place install floor furnace
4 Tom Parks 1,28 TI. Williams install plumbing
5 300.00 Wm. T. Edwards 812 D. S reet erect garage
6 400.00 Lackie Electric 407 3rd Ive, wire bldg.
r 7 Mrs. Fauls 102 Park wire for range
8 2000.00 Harry Be Taylor 11536 SE 116th remodel house
9 100.00 V. G. Hilton 2308 6th Ave. No, erect carport
30 100.00 Garrett Smith 23803 90th Ave S. erect fence
1 100.00 A. Kalis 501 Renton Ste install wiring
2' 100.00 R. Muir 12029 SE 741st reroute circuits
3 100.00 Pete Balzarini 329 Renton Ave remodel garage
4 100.00 K. E. Muench 827 D Street install heater
5 500.00 Willa Sizemore 619 Morris `'t. erect garage
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APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PETNITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BLDG, DEPT.
NO2__ ANOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2.136 100.00 Geo. Janish 8/,.41. 138th S. repair roof
7 700.00 Bennett—Goodwin 190 .Sunset Blvd. repair store bldg.
8 100.00 A. P. Burzenski 2221 9th Place construct driveway
9 H. Morrison 38th Ave. S. install furnace
40 100.00 Mrs. Robt Losey, Jr. 84.30 S. 140th install elec. tank
Mayor Baxter asked the City Attorney for a report on enforcement of legislation
regarding the vacation of alleys in Renton.
The City Attorney stated that this enforcement comes under two heads, Civil and
Penal Proced».re; that there is no question that the City can summarily remove ob—
structions in streets and alleys OPEN TTCR TP�AVEL, provided the alley or street was
previously open and used for travel and if the obstruction creates a nuisance;
this does not apply to an alley or a street that is platted, but not open for
travel. If an alley or street is not open for travel, even though platted as street
or alley, the City can remove obstr_ictions if the obstructions is considered an
immediate emergency but not if there is no immediate emergency, no hazard to life,
health or safety.
Civil Procedure: Suit can be brought by abutting owners on alleys. Each alley is
for use and benefit of the block. Primarily the service of an alley is to those
abutting on the alley. If a party does not own property on the alley he cannot bring
suit against those who place obstr,,_ctions in the alley. Any owner on the alley can
get an injunction to remove any obstruction and clear the alley. If the City wants
to remove obstructions by force from an un—opened, untravelled alley it can improve
the alley by forming an L.I.D., by 60% of the owners; and if any fence or obstruction
is in said alley it can physically be removed in the process of improvement.
Penal Code: By State Law and Ordinance J11074. in the City of Renton — — patterned
after the Sate Law it is a misdemeanor to obstruct any alley or street. The remedy
for that is, any citizen who objects can file a complaint in Police Court charging
that party with a misdemeanor, for obstructing a street or alley. If they are
found guilty, in addition, to fine or penalty, the Police Judge must order that
obstruction removed and he cpn give them a time limit and should the offending
party not remove the obstruction, the Court then orders the Police Chief to remove
it and the expense entailed charged against the party guilty.
The Mayor stated in regard to the enforcement of the ruling covering obstr-letions
in the alleys in Renton, under Penal procedure it will be necessary for the 1%1,ayor
to make out a complaint against the party for this removal of obstructions in an
alley and the Police will be required to follow through and enforce the law as set
up in the Ordinance. The complaint filed will be b;* order of the Mayor and Council
as one, who have been voted into office to see that the Laws and Ordinances are
enforced.
Councilman Richardson stated, in his opinion, the Mayor and Council should avoid
bringing any legal action against parties responsible for obstructions in alleys
and the problem should be solved in some other way, if possible.
The Mayor stated that as the Tlayor of Penton he considered it his duty to carry
out the orders of the Council providing said orders were in accordance with Atate
Laws and City Ordinances.
Councilman Fichardson, stated in in his opinion, the Mayor should, if possible,
refrain from filing complaints against any citizens in Police Court.
Councilman Tor.!borini stated that the Council had voted for' the removal of ob—
structions in all alleys and that therefore it was the duty of the 1,1ayor to see
that obstructions were removed and that as there was a City Ordinance to this
effect, the Mayor should enforce said Ordinance.
Councilman Richardson requested the City Clerk to read the excerpt from the
minutes of the Council meeting of July 11th regarding the vacation of alleys.
The City Clerk read the excerpt requested as follows: Moved by Tamborini,
seconded by Richardson, that- all dedicated alleys or those ac red in any other
legal manner in the City of Renton, shall be kept open, that property ovmers
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adjacent to any unimproved alley ma;r petition for the improvement of same and that
any obstructions, in alleys as above described, shall be ordered removed. On the
question, Councilman Bruce statee that in his opinion the Council did not have the
right to reject any petition that was presented without giving due consideration to
same, but that in his opinion, it should be the policy of the Council not to vacate
or permit private use of any dedicated alley, or any other alley wri_ch has been legally
acquired by the City for public use."
Mrs. Pitcher stated that the alley in question in Block 172 Renton Highlands, had been
open to the public and was passable, that individuals had driven cars through this
alley as well as City employees with City trucks had driven thr this alley before
it was closed.
Mayor Baxter stated that he would request the Police Department to notify all parties
responsible for alley obstructions to remove the obstructions as quickly as possible.
A wire from Robert Howard, Adak, Alaska, to the Mayor and Councilmen was read, re-
questing a ninety day extension on the time limit be granted before the order for
removal of fences was enforced. Mayor Baxter ordered the communication filed in the
Alley Vacation File.
A communication was read from Charles Billings, 3122 Eastlake Avenue, °eattle, for
Countner's Inc., requesting permission to install a music box in the Renton Bowling
Recreation, 113 31d Avenue, Renton. Countners, Inc., have a MASTER LIC P]NSE for 1950.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that this be referred to the Police and License
Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read. from S. G. Schaudies, of Totem Realty, in enswer to a re-
quest by the Renton City Council regarding an open hole on his property, in which he
states that he has leveled this property by bulldozer and hoper that any holes have
been filled by this operation. This communication was ordered filed.
A communisation was read from the Fire Chief, Police Chief, Police & License Committee
and Health Officer stating that the Rentona Nursing Home at 516 Wells St., and the
Thomas Nursing Home at 202 Mill Street have passed the recuire fire, safety and Health
inspection_ necessary for the renewal of their licenses. Moved by Freyman, seconded
+•• by Bruce, that the Council concur in the report of the Police & License Committee,
Police Chief, Fire Chief and Health Officer and recommended that these licenses be
renewed. Carried.
A communication was read from R. D. Schneider of the Renton Ice and Ice Cream Company
requesting a non-conforming permit to use the residence at 205 Williams Street for
a crarehouse for a period of 6 months. Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that this
be referred to the Building Inspector, City Engineer and Planning Commission for a
report back. Carried,
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Property Committee, asked that a communication from
William F. Davis, member of the Insurance Board, to the Property Committee to read.
The City Clerk read the communication addressed to Hugh Bruce, Chairman of the
Property Committee, from William F. Davis presenting an appraisal figure ( a replace-
ment cost of 'Y5,040.80) for the Signal Control Tower on the Renton Airnort. Mr. Davis
further reported that an Insurance Company Representaive is writing the Company's
head office in regard to information as to whether they have aircraft liability and
will advise as soon as they hear.
The Property Committee recommended that the Council accept the figures reported by
Mr. Davis, and wait for a report back inregards to liability on aircraft. Moved by
Trimm, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the
Property Committee. Carried.
A communication was read from Mayor V. B. lmderson of Vancouver, :lashin)ton, extend-
ing to Mayor Toe R. Baxter a personal invitation to attend their 125th Anniversary
Celebration, and asking that the City of Renton be represented in the bib parade to
be helc? Saturday, August 12th at 1.0:00 o'clock A.M.
Councilman Bruce stated that this date conflicted with the date of Seattle's See-fair
and that most of the 'Renton Organizations were taking part in this celebration or had
previously planned on attending the Seattle Seafaix.The communication was ordered
filed.
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A gentleman from the audience asked what action had been taken by the Council
in regards to extending water service to the Honeydew area on the Sunset Highway.
The Supt. of Utilities informed the gentleman that the Council had decided that
no action would be taken on any one district until an over-all survey could be
completed to see if the City could include all these areas in one program. The
interested parties will be notified if and when a program is completed.
Mayor Baxter asked the City Clerk to open the bids for the improvement by con-
struction of sidewalks and curbs on G. Street from 7th Avenue North to 6th Place,
in the Highlands. The City Clerk read bids as follows: 'n,
NORTHERN CONSTRUCTION & SUPPLY COMPANY
12828 84th Ave., So. Seattle q8, Wn. . . . . . . . <> 963.00
JOE COLUCCIO
121.25 Hanford Street, Seattle, Idn. . . . . . . . 1299.00
A. A. MATTSON,
317 Smithers St., Renton, Wn. . . . . . . . 830.40
Moved by "ichardson, seconded by Trimm, that these bids be referred to the City
Engineer and Street & Alley Committee for a report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Ma.yor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON,. SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYM_: T, HANSEN, TRIMM, DAVIDSON AND
DULLAMIT.
Mayor Baxter asked for a committee report on the bids.
Councilman Swift, Chairman of the Street & Alley Committee reported that the
Committee had found the bid of A. A. Mattson the low bice, but had also determined
that the bid was approximately 35% higher than the estimate and before the
Council accepted any bid, the committee recommended that the property owners
effected be notified of this increase in v ost, and a special hearing be called. for
August 15th to allow the people to accept or protest.
The City Clerk was requested to notify all parties effected of this increase in
the cost for constructing sidewalks and curbs and the date of hearing on same.
After the hearing on August 15th, the Committee iaill. take definite action on the
bids. The committee further recommended that all bids be held ons week until the
hearing is held. Moved by Bruce, seconded by Davidson, that the Council concur
in the recommendation of the committee. Carried.
Moved by Itichardson, seconded by Hansen, that Mr. Reid be granted a 30-day leave
of absence. Carried.
It was announced that on Monday evening, August 14th the first legal meetint; on
the preparation of the bedget for the year of 1951 will be held (as established
by State Law) , and all members of the Council are to be so notified.
City Clerk requested that appointments be made for the different department
heads for different nights. Carried.
More time was granted Councilman Richardsonp Chairman of the Law & Ordinance
Commitee on the proposed Ordinance regarding Council Committees, and duties
thereof, as two of his committee were on vacation.
Chairman Tri-P.. of the Sanitation Committee recommended-that the Council nego-
tiate with the County in re-girds to utilizing the Nelson Place as a garbage
dump for the City thereby eliminatin- the- City's need for the Boeing Incinera-
tor. Moved by nichardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the
recommendation of the Sanitation Committee and refer the matter back to the
Sanitation Committee, Supt. of Utilities, City Attorney and City Engineer with
power to act.
The Fire and ?later Corrattee recommended that the rate of tappings' ie., in-
stallations of meters be wa.ised- on 3/4.11 meters to ;05.00 larger installations to
be increased accordingly and that the present Ordinance regulating the prica
of meter installations be so amended.
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Moved by Freyman, seconded by Swift, that the Council concur in the recommendation_
of the 'Fire & Water Committee. Carried.
The City Attorney informed Councilman Richardson that the Ordinance could be amended
to read - 35.00 instead of 1$25.00. Councilman Richardson stated that this wolzld be
done by the next Council meeting.
Councilman Bruce asked if the voting precinct had been changed for residents of
Windsor Hills below Grandey Way so that they wouldn't have to go the Highlands to
vote, that this change should be made as soon as possible.
The Ci.ty Engineer reparted that these precincts had not been changed. The City Clerk
am stated that according to law these changes cannot be made within 6 months before an
election, and unless this was changed immediately after the next spring City election
it could not be changed in time for the next primary. City Attorney Haugan stated
that wards cannot be changed within 6 months before an election, but he would have to
check up as to precincts.
Councilman Swift reported that his committee had not heard further regarding the re—
quest of Wallace H. Barnes to vacate the 320 foot street on Renton Scenic Hill, in
the rear of his property. ,Uso, that the City Council had not received an answer to
the City .Attorneyts letter addressed to the Pacific Coast Railroad regarding coal dust
being spread over homes in that area.
The City Engineer reported that he had notified the Maple•.aood residents that their
petition for improvement of streets by oiling had failed and'that they were endeavor—
ing to solicit the necessary funds to have these streets oiled.
The Supt, of Utilities reported that he had published a call for bids for either a
cedar or fir tank for Kennydale; also, that the Street Department was in the pr6cess
of painting and repairing fire hydrants and that 14 or 15 had already been taken care
of.
Supt. of Parks Coulon stated that the Recreational Program was well under way and a
Swim School in conjunction with the Red Cross had begun at the Kenn;+dale Swim area
for Junior and Senior members also life—saving classes; that playground. -instructors
are being utilized at the beaches.
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The Chief of Police reported that the petition to make Burnett Street a one—way street
was being circulated and they had only a few reported violators of the water re—
striction in the Highlands.
Councilman Dullahant asked that the intersection of Lith & Factory be policed daring
the heavy traffic of morning and evening shifts until the traffic light is installed.
Councilman Bruce reported that the City Garage had been improved extensively and the
heating system was inadequate; he further requested that authorization be given to
obtain a heating plant for the entire building, that any pertinent information re—
lative to the capacity of a_ Teating plant required to take care of this building, be
furnished by the City Engineer.
Moved by Richardson,, seconded by Dullahant that this be referred to the Property
Committee, City Engineer and Supt. of Utilities for a report back. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjoured at 10:00 o'clock P.M.
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August 15, 1950 �+
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'--lock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, S WIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, T RIMM, HAGEN AND
DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan, Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart, Fire Chief; Floyd Lawrence, City Clerk, Wiley Crook, City
Treasurer; Dorothea Gossett, City Engineer; James Highton, Supt, of U tilities,
S. R. Waller; Park Superintendent; Gene Coulon, Airport Manager; Ned Stokes.
A message was received from Councilman Tamborini that he was working overtime and
would be unable to attend the meeting.
Moved by Bruce., seconded by Freyman, that the minutes of the August 8, 1950 meet—
ing be approved as corrected. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that this evening was the date of the hearing on the approval
or disapproval on the increased costs of the improvement by the construction of
sidewalks and curbs on the westerly side of G Street, under proposed L.I.D., #237,
Renton Highlands, and asked that the City Clerk report any written communications
that had been received. The City Clerk reported that at the present time he had
received three approvals and three disapprovals and that there were 6 answers out
of 7 notices sent out. The Mayor asked if there were anyone in the audience that
would like to make a report. Mr. Perret stated that he was the owner of Lot 15.
Blk. 17 and that he disapproved the improvement at the increased cost.
The City Clerk reported that the final report would be 4 not in favor and 3 in
favor of the improvement.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant that the City Engineer be instructed
to check the petition on the improvement of the westerly side of G Street in the
Highlands, between 6th & 7th Avenue north, Blk. 17, against the assessed valuation
of property to ascertain the exact percentage approving and disapproving the
improvement under the increased cost as per bids. Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Mayor and Mr. Perret that he could have this in—
formation by the next Council meeting.
The City Clerk read the petition, signed by 13 property owners, requesting that
action be taken to make the west side of Burnett Street, between 2nd Avenue and
Tobin Avenue a one—gray street.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Richardson, that the petition be referred to the
Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer, Carried.
An application was read from Mrs. V. Donati requesting a non—conformance permit
to construct a double garage 18 x 24' on their property 71 feet from the front
property line and 3 Peet from the side property line as their property is 240
feet deep; the garage to be so located as not to interfere with the dwelling on
the adjoining property.
The City Engineer stated that the adjoining property owner had not protested
against this building, but had not given written permission.
Councilman Richardson recommended that permission be obtained from the adjoining
property owner if possible before action was taken. Moved by Richardson, seconded
by Hansen, that this matter be referred to the Ways and Means Committee and City
Engineer to ascertain if written permission could be senured and report back to .•••.
the next Council meeting. Carried.
A communication was received from the Association of Washington Cities advising
dates and places for a series of 1950 Regional meetings from September 6th to
October 26th. The City Clerk reported that the meeting at Fircrest on October
13th (Friday) and at Bothell on October 19th (Thursday) were the only meetings
within an area that Renton City Councilmen could conveniently attend.
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Councilman Richardson requested that the City Clerk keep these letters on file and
inform the Councilmen a couple of weeks in advance of these meetings.
A communication was received from "obert L. Edwards of Wallin-Edwards Inc.s stating
that they had a sale pending for the property belonging to Archie Gustines located
on the East side of Logan Street immediately South of the Cedar River bridge, and
as the City might wish to purchase a portion of this property along the South bank
of Cedar River that is being used as a road, they are going to allow the City to pur-
chase this property on the same terms and conditions as Mr. Gustine had offered it
to the City., namely $2100.00 until August 30th. If the City does not wish to purchase
this property by that date, their purchaser will complete the purchase from Mr.
Gustine and begin improvement of this property precluding farther use for road pur-
poses*
Movwd By Richardson., seconded by Trimms that this communication be referred to the
Property Committee. Carried.
A communication was received from the City Fire Fighters Union No. 364, Inter-
national Association of Fire Fighters, signed by Paul J. Henry, Jr.s, Recording
Secretary stating after much consideration.. thought and study of the cost of living
indexs they respectfully request an increase in wages. A full explanation was given
as to their reason for making this request.
Moved by Swift., seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to the
Council for consideration at their budget meetings. Carried.
A communication was read from the Police Department Civil Service Commissions signed
by George Pasco, Chairman2 Louie Delaurentis Jr... and Herb Williams., concurring with
the Police Department's request for higher wages and salaries stating their reasons
for approving the requested increase in wages.
Moved by Delaurenti., seconded by Freymans that this be referred to the Council as
a whole for consideration at the budget meetings. Carried.
A communication was read from Joe R. Baxter., Mayors stating that the Mayor had re-
ceived a communication from the Fire Chief notifying him that Mr. John Parks has
performed his duties willingly and on the Fire Department Civil Service Commission's
and Fire Chief' s recommendation., Mayor Baxter appointed Mr. John Parks as a regular
fireman to work out of the Highlands Fire Station #2p effective August 15, 1950.
Moved by Delaurenti., seconded by Bruce., that the Council concur in the Mayor's
appointment of John Parks as a regular fireman effective August 15th. Carried.
A communication was read from the Chief of Police stating that all parties had
been notified and are complying with Mayor Baxter's request to remove alley obstruc-
tions, also attaching a signed order from all parties having obstructions in alleys
and authorizing the City of Renton to remove same.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication filed.
Mr. Perrets from the audiences asked how soon he could expect the alley in Block 17,
to be cleared as he was unable to get trucks thru for the improvement of his pro-
perty. The Mayor stated that this matter was being handled legallys according to
law and that he would order the City Engineer to see that all obstructions were re-
moved as quickly as possible.
A communication was read from the City Engineer to Councilman swifts Chairman of the
Street and Alley Committe stating that the intersection of the Sunset and Maple
Valley Highways were temporarily channelized to study traffic control last Friday
and Sunday under a plan submitted by the State Highway Traffic Department. The plan
proved inadequate under heavy traffic flow and an alternate plan is being drawn and
�., will be submitted to the State for approval as the initial step in the proceeding
with traffic control at this intersection.
Councilman Swift stated this was merely for Council information and that no action
would be required. ,
A second communication was read from the City Engineer to Councilman Swifts Chair-
man of the Street & Alley Committee stating that the City Engineer had met with
Mr. Morse., Supt, of the Seattle Water Department and Mr. Allen and Mr. Mayhew, his
principal assistants this evening and discussed the improvement of 2nd Avenue from
Logan Street to Rainier Avemie. The City of Seattle owns outright the center 30
feet of this right-of-way. The Seattle Water Department has no objection to the
improvement of this right-o£-way by paving with Asphaltic concrete., however, the
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City of Seattle will not share in the cost of any street improvement and will re-
taih the right to enter and repair any breaks in their water main. Mr. Morse
suggested that the City of Renton make an official petition to the Seattle Water
Department requesting permission to improve this right-of-way and the Seattle City
Council will proceed on the drafting of the necessary resolution. The City Engineer
stated that he considered that the line of procedure suggested in this commnni-
cation should be followed.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council follow the advice of the
City Engineer and petition the Seattle Water Department for permission to make
this improvement and a resolution of intention be drawn up for the Seattle Water
Department and that the City Engineer be authorized to determine the proper
width of of the proposed road improvement and make specifications and estimates
and present to the Seattle City Council so the Seattle City Council may cooperate
by resolution granting permission for the improvement over their property on 2nd
Avenue. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had previously furnished each of the Councilmen with
copies of the new Housing Disposition law and further stated that this problem
would come before the Council in the near future and would require a great deal
of study and decisions.
The City Clerk stated that work had already begun on the budget for the year of
1951 and there were a great many problems to be worked out. There will be another
budget meeting Thursday evenings August 17th at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
The Mayor stated that all Councilmen should attend these meetings to keep abreast
of what action is being taken in regards to the budgets of the different depart-
ments , and further stated that the City of Renton was shy approximately
$100,000.00 in receipts as compared with last year's receipts, due to the fact
that the Government will not pay any further taxes on the Boeing Plant and the New
Foundry at the Pacific Car and Foundry Company.
A communication was read from H. D. Lear, Supt. of the Pacific Coast Railroad
Company to Arthur Haugan, City Attorney, stating they were making every effort to
keep the coal dust problem, near the Pacific Coast Railroad Company Dept, at a
minimum; that they had purchased a new hose last week to allow wetting down of
coal before handling and to reduce dust. Mr. Lear further stated he did not agree
with the report that coal trucks were blocking a public street, as the area where
the coal was unloaded was private property which many persons are using as a free
parking lot. They assured the City they are taking all reasonable precautions
to prevent annoyance to other who live near the location of this facility, but
the business was a new business formerly handled at Seattle.
Councilman Richardson, Chairman of the Ordinance Committee stated that proposed
Ordinance No. 1381, which had been placed on its initial reading and referred
to the Ordinance Committee for study had been considered by his committee and
that his committee approved the Ordinance and recommended that it be put on its
2nd and final reading for Council action. Said Ordinance was read as follows:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON: That portion of
Section Seven (7) of Ordinance No. 855 as heretofore amended, which now reads as
follows:
"The fees for the installation of water service as hereinbefore
provided shall be as follows:
For a three fourths (3/4)" inch connection $20.00
For a one inch (1) connection 23.00
is hereby amended to read as follows:
"The fees for the installation of water service as hereinbefore promod
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vided shall be:
For a three-fourths inch (3/4") connection the sum of $35.00
For a one inch (111) connection . . . . . . . . . 0 40.00
All the remainder of said Ordinance and of said Section 7, as the same have here-
tofore been amended$ shall remain in full force and effect."
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that proposed Ordinance No. 1381 be
placed on its second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen,
that the Ordinance be adopted as read. A roll call vote being taken as follows:
RICHARDSON, AYE, SWIFT, AYE, BRUCE, AYE, FREYMAN, AYE, HANSEN, AYE, HAGEN, AYE,
TRIMM, AYE, and DULLAHANT, AYE. All eight Councilmen voting Aye, the Ordinance was
gdopted.
Mr. Domenic Gaspari asked why a property owner had to be responsible for water con-
sumed and left unapid by renters. He had recently been charged $12.1,50 for a renter's
unpaid water bill and had paid a total of 027.00 for unpaid water bills left by
renters and charged against the owner.
The City Treasurer stated that their force was too small to keep property owners
low n6tified of delinquent water bills but that any owner could check with their Depart-
ment at any time for advice as to the status of renters water bills. The City
Attorney further stated that it was universally the rule that water bills in arrears
were liens against the real estate owner, but that the owner had good cause for
j action against the tenant in cases of tenants leaving,water bills unpaid.
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Moved by Freyman, seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
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The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented.
CURRENT
Fred L. Allingham Union dues 52.00 8183
Claims " 2440.67 84-8218
j Payroll " 1097.81 19-8230
! " 8231-8232 Void
Claims " )74.03 ' 33-8239
Payroll Withholding Tax 1531.30 40
WATER
Claims " 764.80 8067
j Payroll Statewide Pension 3497.73 68
Claims Water 1330.01 69-8074
Payroll " 1672.87 ' 75-8086
" 1036.40 °
Claims 87-8094,
CITY STREETS
Claims " 1582.63 5706-5723
j Payroll to1 1788.09 24-5738
Claims " 6695.46 39-5749
SEWER DISPOSAL
w Payroll �" 7.79 1928
Claims " 326.11 ' 29-1933
Payroll Withholding Tax 80.70 34
Claims `228.35 35-1936
AIRPORT .
Claim " 20.00 953
Payroll " 37.4.8 54-55
Claim " '883..c)9 , 56.64
Payroll " 68.09 65
Claim " 165.00' 66-68
Payroll Withholding Tax 108.40 69
Claim 53.12' 70-72
ATHLETIC
Claim " 26.28` 533
Payroll Withholding Tax 56.40" 34
Park
Claims " 70.12' 1437-1441
Payroll Withholding Tax 1662010° 3-44
Claim,
LIBRARY
Claims Is 16.50" 2161-62
Payroll Withholding Tax 82.0063
CUMULATIVE #1183
Claim �" 25.`0' 309
Payroll King County Med.dues 628.46 10-315
L.I.D.
Claim Surveying 35.00" 7
Moved by hichardson, seconded by Hagen, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 9:05 P.M. Carried.
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Renton, Wash
August 22, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, REID, DAVIDSON AND
TAMBORINI.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan, Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart, Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence, City Clerk, Wiley Crook, City
Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett, City Engineer, James, Highton, Supt. of Utilities,
S. R. Waller, Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon, Retiring Airport Manager, Ned j
Stokes and newly appointed Airport Manager, Jack Schneider. 1
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the minutes of the August 15th meeting be
approved as written. Carried.
AEPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
I
NO,,, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2141 100.00 Earl Gebenini 106 Logan Repair steps
2 100.00 G. W. Hannus 652 G Street erect basement
3 600.00 Miss Taylor 501 Smithers erect garage
4 100.00 Hugh E. Reilly 2212 6th Place change to oil heater
5 275.00 L. W. Saunders 1513 3rd N. wire new residence
6 100.00 Mary Tamborini 520 Whitworth shingle roof
7 135.00 Floyd Ness 2201 8th Ave. N. erect fence
8 Anton Kalis 501 Renton St. Install oil furnace
9 400.00 C. E. Storm 624- "G" Place remodel residence
50 400.00 A. W. Boyungs 2124 8th Place erect garage
1 100.00 Sadie Manuell 343 Factory wire for range
2 185.00 Tom Parks 428 N. Williams wire new house «--
3 38,880.00 Renton School Dist. #403 Renton, Wash complete wiring
4 100.00 William McCulley 321 Smithers St, wire for range
5 100.00 John Parker 14307 SE 127th remodel house
6 400.00 Forrest Millett 532 G Street remodel residence
_ 7 100.00 Angelo Phillips 221 Airport Way erect fence
8 Thomas 307 N. Burnett install dryer
9 100.00 Mr, Covey 418 Main rewire house
60 100.00 Harry Killian 432 Smithers wire garage
1 500.00 G. W. Score 2228 9th Ave. N. erect garage
2 Jack Plano 822 Riverside install oil furnace 1
3 200.00 Seeley Ellison 88 Burnett St remodel house
4 C. W. Moore 14211 127th SE install furnace
5 G. H. Jacobsen 2405 6th Ave. N. change plumbing
6 R. L•, Edwards 213 Wells install plumbing
7 266.00 E. C. Glossup 13817 88th S. install roofing
8 200.00 Morris Belmondo 13632 88th S. install roof
9 350,00 E. R. Wagner 812 C Street erect garage
70 J. Overman 524 Renton St. install plumbing
1 100.00 Dan Polli 8638 Langston Rd. remodel house
2 F. F. Delaurenti 414 Tobin install oil burner
3 100.00' A. L. Cheevers 434 Smithers install range
4 50.00 A. H. Adams 208 Logan St. repair house
5 900.00 Ray Schneider 820 3rd Ave. N, erect garage
6 150.00 T. M. Collier 2106 8th Place erect fence
7 50.00 Vernal Church 807 C Street erect driveway
8 400.00 Robert Allen 807 E. St. remodel house
9 5,000.00' A. V. McDonald 116th SE & Sunset erect store
80 5,000.00 Safeway Store Wells St, remodel store
1 400.00' Vance Gribble 2307 4th No. erect carport
2 100.00 Ray Jones 707 A. Street erect fence ^�
3 175.00' C. M. McDaniel$ 324 Williams install outlets
4 50.00 Mrs. Ellison 108 Burnett St, wire for range
5 100.00 E. R. Holms 2234 9th Place wire for water heater
6 L. W. Saunders 237 Garden St. install plumbing
7 1,000.00 Cecil B. Harris 801 A Street erect garage
8 100.00 Renton Sch. Dist. #403 1525 4th Ave. N, break curbing
9 2,000.00 Stand. Oil Co. of Cal. 3rd & Rainier remodel Serv. Sta.
1 350.00 Dr. C. L. Dixon 2nd & Williams erect driveways.
A petition requesting the Council to take the necessary steps for the improvement
of property, in Earlington Addition to the City of Renton, by constructing a sanitary
sewer system and doing all incidental work as may be necessary in connection there-
with, signed by 82 perons or 56 individual property owners or separate building site
owners was read by the City Clerk.
Moved by Swift, seconded. by Richardson, that this petition be referred to the
Ordinance Committee, if there are sufficient valid signatures, to draft and present
an Ordinance to the Council to go ahead with this improvement. Carried.
A quit claim deed signed by Thomas Faull, Jr., granting to the City of Renton 8 feet
on the rear of his property was read. Similar quit claim deeds signed by J. B. and
Eva Jeffries , Isabella Faull, Mary Postishek, Louis and Anna Bisiack and Lester and
matilda Faull, all granting to the City of Renton 8 feet on the rear of their pro-
perty were attached. All quit claim deeds were notorized.
The City Engineer stated that it was the intention of the above named persons to
petition the City Council to improve the alley.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that these deeds be referred to the City
Attorney to investigate and determine if this is legal, and if so,for the City Eng-
ineer to go ahead with the improvement of this alley. Carried.
A communication from Opal Chadwick, Secretary of the Renton Central Labor Council
to Mayor Joe Baxter was read, requesting Mayor Baxter to issue a proclamation de-
claring September 2nd through 9th as Union Label Week for the City of Renton, as
asked by the Renton Card and Lebel League and the Renton Central Labor Council.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this be referred to Mayor Baxter,
Carried.
A copy of a communication was read, signed by Alex J. Somppi, Jr., President and
William M. Jones, Jr., Vice-President, from the Veterans Air Service, Inc., Municipal
Airport, Renton, Washington, to the Chairman of the Aviation Committee, Renton Muni-
cipal Airport, requesting to lease the ramp area on the Renton Airport adjoining the
motive Service Building east boundary along the west taxi strip, west boundary along
the proposed roadway along the western side of the airport. They stated that as of
...� September 1st, 1950 they have purchased and will consolidate the business of West-
ern Skyways, Inc., with their firm, this area becomes a prime requisite for customer
tie-down and for continued profitable operation of this firm. Also, they understand
that negotiations are under way to lease this area to an outside concern for pre-
flight and maintenance of Air Force Heavy type aircraft. The resulting complications
noise and close proximity of personnel and equipment to their operation will force
them to invest in additional security measures and will definitely create dis-
satisfaction of their present and prospective customers due to unsatisfactory facili-
ties and inferior service they will be forced to offer them. If the property is
denied them, they cannot successfully continue to operate their business profit-
ably and their only alternative will be to discontinue operations and offer their
premises for sale at a sacrifice. They asked for consideration and cooperation con-
cerning the above matter.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Richardson, that the communication be placed on file.
Carried.
A communication from Ned Stokes, Manager of the Renton Airport was read stating that
due to the increase in space requirements by the Boeing Airplane Company, on the
Airport, the Airport Board, in working out areas that are still available for lease,
have concluded that the outright purchase of two privately owned hangars would best
settle the problems involved. These buildings, the Aeromotive Service Shop and the
Triple XXX Hangar, are desired by the Boeing Company and they will execute a lease
for a minimum of one year at $200.00 per month for the Aeromotive Building and
$250.00 per month for the Triple XXX Building. Boeing Company must have building
space in these areas in order to utilize the B-29 parking aprongs on the North and
South sides of the buildings. Boeing Company has also indicated that they are satis-
fied that the expansion situation caused by new orders in the Renton Plant will not
effect the present leasing and rental agreements they have with the airport and they
see no expansion again under the present plans; this means the Renton Airport will
continue in operation as it is and will continue to receive substantial rentals for
buildings and parking areas. The purchase of these buildings has been negotiated
for $16,500.00 which the Board and Airport Manager are confident are fail'alues
for buildings; $ 10,000.00 for the Aeromotive Building and $6500.00 for the Triple
XXX Building.
Figures are in line with appraisals made by Mr. Walt Will, Varner Realty, Busch o+
Construction Company and Shaff and Bell. Negotiations have been under way for some-
time and both parties have indicated they will accept these amounts. The Airport
Board requests a transfer from another City of Renton Fund of $16,500.00; stating
that the money could be transferred back from the Airpott Fund to the fund which it
originates at the rate of $1,000.00 per month. They further request, as the situation
is urgent as far as the Boeing Company is concerned, that this transaction be effected
as soon as possible. As they already have a request to the Council for an emergency
appropriation for light and power, they request that the above amount of $16,500.00
be included in the emergency budget for airport improvement as above specified..
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Property Committee stated that his committee had
met with the Airport Board during the negotiating for the purchase of these two
buildings, and that his committee recommended that the requested transfer to the Air-
port Fund be made from the proper fund to help them purchase these two buildings as
they would be able to transfer same back at the rate of $1000.00 per month as they
had agreed.
The City .Attorney stated that they could transfer this money to the Airport Fund from
the Fund that applies to the acquisition of property and that this transaction will
require a Resolution authorizing the transfer as above outlined.
The City Clerk stated that Cumulative Fund No. 1184 was for the acquisition of pro-
perty and that this had sufficient in it to transfer to the Airport Fund the amount
as specified above for purchasing the two buildings as above described.
The City Attorney stated, in answer to Councilman Richardson's inquiry, that a
Resolution would be required to cover the transaction of the transfer to the Airport
Fund, for the purchase of the two buildings on the field and that the emergency bud-
get could cover the amount necessary for light and power and the purchase of the
buildings as outlined. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council con-
cur in the recommendation of the Property Committee and the Airport Board and that
the City Attorney draw up the necessary Resolution and that the necessary money be
transferred to the Airport Fund. Carried.
The City Clerk informed Councilman Tamborini that the Water Department and the Air-
port were the only funds-that would require additional money to be provided for
in an emergency budget. r
An application for an Operator's Punchboard License for the City of Renton was re-
quested by N. F. Bills, of the Amusement Sales, Inc., 129 1st Ave., West, Seattle.
Permission to install a pinball machine in his place of business, The Tonkins Cafe,
was requested by F. J. Tonkin.
A communication was read from Jack L. Cown, owner of a Taxi Cab business in the
Renton Highlands requesting approval of the sale of his business to Calvin D. Davis
and authority to permit the transfer thereof to Mr. Davis. Moved by Reid, seconded
by Hansen that these requests be referred to the Police and License Committee and
Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from James L. Highton, City Engineer giving calculations
of the protests on L.I.D., #237 sidewalks and curbs on the westerly side of G.
Street in the Renton Highlands; 64.47% opposed to the improvement based on property
frontage and 62.18% opposed to the improvement based on property area. Moved by
Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the parties concerned be notified that the L.I.D.,
was cancelled by protest. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the City Clerk notify Mr. Mattson that
his low bid was not accepted. Carried.
A communication was read, signed by 11 property owners in Block 17, Renton Highlands
requesting a meeting date in the near future, allowing required time by law for -••
notice to be posted, with the Council, and the persons concerned with the alley way
in Block 17, to settle the alley problem more satisfactorily; that this alley way
be either closed until such time that the necessary per cent of the property owners
abutting on this alleyway should desire the improvement of same and allowed to be
fenced and the adjoining property owners permissive use of one-half of the alleyway
adjoining their properties, or to have this alleyway improved or vacated.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this be referred to the "street and
Alley Committee with power to set a date for a meeting. Carried.
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Mayor Baxter asked that bids on the water tank at Kennydale be opened and read.
Bids were received as follows:
FEDERAL PIPE & TANK COMPANY — 6851 E. Marginal Way Seattle. Bid No. 1... $8780.78
(Inc. Tax)
Alternate Bid No. 2... 3904.98
IRA S. HARDING, 219 E. Curtis Street, Aberdeen, Wn. Bid No. 1... 8301.80
(Inc. Tax)
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hagen, that these bids be referred to the Finance
Committee, City Engineer, Supt. of Utilities and Fire & Water Committee for a report
back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter,
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, REID, DAVIDSON AND
TAMBORINI.
Councilman Freyman, Chairman of the Finance Committee reported that his committee,
the City Engineer, Supt. of Utilities and Fire & Water Committee recommended the bid
from Ira S. Harding for $68301.80 be accepted, and that a 60-day limit on the com-
pletion of the project be included in the contract. Moved by Richardson, seconded by
Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the committees. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Mayor, City Clerk and City
Attorney be authorized to sign the necessary legal papers. Carried.
The Supt. of Utilities stated that the bid included work beyond their specifications
as requested in the bid. The new tank will have new footings, new posts and new
structure on a new location nextto the site of the old tank. The old tank will be
used until the new tank is completed.
Councilman Tamborini reported that the Ways & Means Committee had investigated and
checked the request for a non-conforming permit from Mrs. V. Donati, to construct
a double garage on their property, 71 feet from the front property line and 3 feet
from the side property line, and his committee recommended that this matter be re-
ferred to the Building Inspector to notify these people what the building code calls
for and how they may build this garage building.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ways and Means Committee. Carried.
Councilman Reid, Chairman of the Light and Power Committee reported that he had
received a price of $224.20 for the cost of a signal light at 4th and Factory Street
$304.00 for the control box and that the installation cost would be between $125.00
and $150.00. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that these figures be re-
ferred to the Ways and Means Committee to find a means for obtaining the necessary
money for the purchase and installation of this "STOP AND GO light, and back to the Light
& Power Committee. Carried.
Counciman Reid reported that the 3rd Avenue lights would be completed before the
end of the month, that there were 18 lights being installed in the Highlands at the
present time and that the Power Company hoped to finish the entire project within
30 days.
Mayor Baxter granted more time to Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Property
Committee on the problem of the City of Renton purchasing the lot, belonging to the
American Legion located on the South side of Cedar river that is now being used as
a road.
Councilman Swift reported that the Street & Alley Committee recommended that the
Council take the necessary action to make Burnett Place from 2nd Avenue to Tobin
Avenue a one-way street in a northerly direction on Burnett Place and westerly on
Tobin Avenue, pending confirmation of the legality of s ame by the pity Attorney.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Swift, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street and Alley Committee and that this be referred to the City Attorney
to prepare the necessary Ordinance. Carried*
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the problem of storm sewers, where
the proposed sidewalks and curbs had been previously recommended by the Council
on 3rd Avenue from Shattuck to Rainier Avenue on the west side, be referred to the
City Engineer to check and report back next meeting. Carried.
Councilman Reid reported that the Power Committee had held a meeting in Auburn QW
last evening (the City Engineer and himself attended) and they had been informed
that some cities want to file Resolutions on the power problem with the County Com-
missioners. There was a discussion as to each City's Council passing their own
Resolution and sending these Resolutions into the County Commissioners. That the City
Attorney had drawn up Renton City Council's Resolution.
Mayor Baxter stated that the Council had been ordered to make a survey of the power
situation within the city limits giving the City the opportunity to go into the
power business.
Councilman Bruce requested that the proposed Power Resolution No. 781 be read.
The Resolution was read as follows: �..
WHEREAS, a petition has been filed for submission to the electorate of a proposal
to create a Public Utility District in King County to engage in the business of
generating and distributing electrical energy, and the King County Commissioners
will fix a date for a Hearing thereunder, to dbtermine the boundaries of such pro—
posed District: and
iJTEREAS, said petition as filed proposes to include the City of Renton within such
District; and
WHEREAS, the City of Renton is contemplating the establishment of a Municipal Power
System;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON:
1. That after due consideration it is deemed to be for the best interests of the
City of Renton and its residents, that the City of Renton be eZclud from the area
of such proposed Public Utility District.
2. That accordingly the Commissioners of King County be, and are hereby, request—
ed to exclude the City of Renton from the area and boundaries of such proposed
Public Utility District,
3. That a certified copy hereof be transmitted to the King County Commissioners ....
prior to date of said Hearing.
PASSED by the City Council this 22nd day of August, 1950.
WILLY CROOK — CITY CLERK
APPROVED by the Mayor this 22nd day of August, 1950
JOE R. BAXTER, MAYOR
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reid, that the Council adopt the Resolution and copies
be sent to all the cities in the Valley. Carried.
The City Attorney answered Councilman Freyman's inquiry stating that under State
Law, in this district, any petition filed with County Commissioners, required that
boundaries be checked and the issue to be voted on explained in order for the ques—
tion to be presented on the ballot; that signatures appearing on any P.U.D., peti—
tion would not be invalidated.
Mayor Baxter asked the City Attorney to draft a petition to support Resolution No.
781 and that copies of this petition be circulated around the City and that as
many signatures as possible be secured on these petitions and forwarded to the
County Commissioners.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council ask the cooperation of
the various Service Clubs to assist the circulation of said petitions. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated there would be a legal meeting on the power situation on the
29th of August, the next regular Council meeting, at which time the Council would
have an opportunity to talk to the Grande Company Attorneys.
Wednesday evening, August 23rd will be held an Association of Valley Cities
meeting in the Fire Hall at Renton. All Councilmen are requested to attend.
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The Renton City Planning Commission meeting will be held on Wednesday evening
August 23rd at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
The City Clerk reported that there would be another Budget meeting on Friday evening
August 25th at which time they would consider the Water and Street Fund and the re-
mainder of the Current rund; the Fire Department and Police Department Budgets would
also be discussed.
There will be a Disaster Relief meeting in the Fire Hall on Thursday evening, August
24th at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
The City Clerk further reported that the preliminary budget should be adopted on
the first Tuesday of September in order to allow sufficient time for publication of
same as prescribed by law.
Councilman Swift requested that the Engineering Department check the approaches to
the Logan Street Bridge to see if they could be made to conform to the level of the
the bridge.
Councilman Richardson stated that this problem had already been brought to the
attention of the Engineering Department and it had been determined that this differ-
ence in the approach and the level of the bridge was caused by expansion and con-
traction due to heat and cold and that with that type of structure and that it does
not seem possible to remedy this condition.
The City Engineer stated he would check further into this problem.
Mayor Baxter stated that at the time of the construction of the bridge, it was brought
to the attention of the Engineer on the job, that at times there was a two inch
difference in the approach and the level of the bridge and he had been informed by
the Engineer that due to expansion by heat and contraction by cold, that this con-
dition would exist.
Councilman Swift further requested that the Engineering Department check further
into the problem of surface drainage, particularly in North Renton during rain-
storms.
Councilman Bruce requested information from the City Engineer as to the feasibility
of adequate drainage on 4th Avenue where the water builds up to 4" in depth during a
heavy rain and asked if it would damage the street to have holes drilled to allow
the water to drain.
The City Engineer stated that he would have to investigate before answering the above
question. Mayor Baxter stated the proper solution would be storm sewers.
`fed Stokes, Airport Manager stated that the Airport Board thought it imperative to
have the new Airport Manager work with him for several weeks, prior to his depart-
ure, and that this past week, Mr. Jack Schneider had been attending meetings, getting
acquainted with personnel on the field, familiarizing himself with the budget and
learning about the general routine on the airport. Mr. Stokes introduced Mr. Schneider,
the newly appointed Airport Manager to the Mayor, Council and City Officials present.
The City Engineer stated that in checking up on the equipment at the City Garage
he finds the City will need a new sand spreader. it was his opinion that a spreader
could be purchased at a cost under $500.00 whereby the spreader could be controlled
from the cab; and further explained that the spreader they had last year was not
satisfactory, and as it was on trial, had been returned.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Swift, that the Engineerin Department be auth-
orized to investigate and select a good piece of equipment sand spreader) and pur-
chase same with the assistance of the Ways & Means Committee. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the City Engineer investigate the
possibility of using auxiliary blades on the trucks to clear snow from the streets
and other uses. Carried.
Fire Chief Lawrence talked on the subject of the "Disaster Relief Program", stating
that in case the radio station should be wrecked, that it was possible to have a
radio sub-station set up in the Highlands Fire Station by having a piece of radio
equipment installed for approximately $600.00. By having this radio sub-station in-
stalled, the telephone service to the Highlands Fire Station could be eliminated by
approximately $10.00 per month, and this saving would compensate for the cost of
the equipment.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Light & Power Committee �+
investigate this matter. Carried.
Moved by hichardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:15 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Washington
August 29, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON.. SWIFT, BRUCE, FRE'YMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan: Chief
of Police, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook;
._ City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Supt. of Utilities,
S. R. Waller; Airport Manager, Ned Stokes and Jack Schneider and Building
Inspector, Walter Will.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes be approved as written.
Carried.
A communication was read from Frank Hughes, General Chairman of the GREATER. RENTON
DAYS Committee thanking and expressing their sincere appreciation for the Council's
help and cooperation extended to them during the recent celebration.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the communisation be placed on file.
Carried.
An inquiry regarding the number of officials from Renton that will be able to
attend the Association of Washington Cities Regional meetings was read. There were
a total of eleven persons who stated they would attend the Bothell meeting and
seven persons who will attend the Fircrest meeting. The Clerk was requested to
notify the Mayors of each town, the members who would be present from the City of
Renton.
A communisation was received from J. T. Moore, Industrial Agent of the Northern
Pacific Railway, referring to his letter of July 12th about an easement in favor
of the City of Renton for a street underpass at the southerly end of their
bridge No. 2, over the Cedar River at Renton. He further requested advice on the
"" status of proposed permit for a pedestrian underpass at bridge No 2.1, previously
submitted.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Property
Committee along with the matter of obtaining the property along the south bank
of Cedar River, between Logan Street and the Northern Pacific underpass. Carried.
A card of thanks was read from the DAVID REID family.
A communication was read from the Modern Music Company, signed by William L.
Roberts, requesting permission to install a coin operated phonograph in the China
Villa, 226 Williams Street, Renton, Washington.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this be referred to the Police and
License Committee and the Chief of Police, with power to act. Carried,
An invoice from the Northwest Precote, Inc., in the amount of $5013.01 was read
by the City Clerk.
The City Engineer explained this was slightly over the bid, owing to the fact that
by purchasing a small additional amount of the asphaltic concrete surfact mixture
they were able to complete the surfacing of Houser Way from Mills Street to the
Houser Way Bridge. The Street and Alley Committee had recommended this work be
completed.
Moved by Del.aurenti, seconded by Bruce, that this be referred to the Finance
Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from George Dobson, Chairman of the Renton Airport Board,
accepting the resignation of Airport Manager Ned Stokes, effective September 15,
and hiring Mr. Jack Schneider as his successor, effective September 1st, as
authorized under Ordinance No. 1261.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommenda—
tion of the Airport Board. Carried.
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A request was received from the City Treasurer for permission to call for bids
for one new electric chain drive addressographing machine with certain speci-
fied attachments.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Hagen, that the request be granted and that a call
for bids be published for an a ddressographing machine. Carried.
The petition to the City Council of the City of Seattle to permit the use of the
Seattle pipe line right-of-way for street improvement purposes, namely surfacing
Second Avenue from Logan Street to the west limits of the City of Renton was read.
The City of Renton to improve the street of which the above described right-of-
way is a portion by surfacing with asphaltic concrete and agreeing that the City
of Seattle will not be required to participate in the cost of the improvement,
and further that the City of Renton will agree that the City of Seattle will re-
tain all rights to enter said right-of-way for the purpose of repairing the ex-
isting water mains.
As the petition was authorized by the Council previously it was recommended that
it be signed and forwarded to the Supt. of the Seattle Water Department immed-
iately for Mr. Morse to present to the City Council of Seattle for consideration.
A petition was received, signed by four property owners from the area running
approximately 200 feet deep at the corner of 116th S.E. and the Sunset Highway
to the property line and following said line to the west to the intersection of
the Sunset Highway, requesting reclassification of said tract from residential
use district to commercial use district, This petition was approved by the
Planning Commission. This request is in compliance with the recommendation of the
Planning Commission that the entire above area be rezoned to Commercial.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Planning Commission and that the petition be referred to the City
Engineer and City Attorney to check, and if correct arrangements be made to pro-
ceed with the rezoning.
It was further reported that the Planning Commission had approved the rezoning
of the Morgan property as presented in their petition, from residential to
commercial. Moved by hichardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this matter be
referred to the City Engineer and City Attorney with power to act. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that this evening was the date set for the hearing on the
petition of George H. and Berget Jacobson, to vacate a portion of Block 20,
Renton Highlands. (This was explained as an exchange of property in which the
City was given a portion of property in exchange for a similar and equal
portion, thereby straightening the entrance to the alley; a 16 foot alley to
remain intact.
There were no protests, either written or orally from the audience.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Attorney and the Ord-
inance Committee bring in the necessary Ordinance to complete the transaction.
Carried.
Mr. Somppi of the Veterans Air Service stated that he had previously requested
to lease the ramp area on the Renton Municipal Airport adjoining the building
of Veterans' Air Service, south to within fifty (50) feet of the Aeromotive
Service Building, east boundary along the west taxi strip, west boundary along
the proposed roadway along the western side of the airport and that the Airport
Board had informed them that after consideration they did not see how they
could change the program established at the meeting of the operators and the
Boeing Company, held on August 11th, with respect to the leasing of this space.
That this indicated that the space will be leased, to the Boeing Aircraft
Company and the Renton Airport Board will, at its own expense, surface an equal
size area to the north of the hangar. Mr. Somppi further stated that it was his
opinion that should Boeings be allowed to lease this property south of their
operations, that the nosie would make it impossible for them to continue their
operations. He further stated that at the time of the meeting, that both he and
Mr. Jones were in Alaska and so were not able to attend.
Mr. Stokes stated that they had already completed negotiations with Boeings for
this space and he did not think it would be possible for them to make an ad-
justment, but that he would arrange another meeting of the Airport Board, if
they would like to attend for further consideration of their wishes.
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Councilman Tamborini asked if there were any stipulations regarding parking space
for planes when this area was leased from the Airport Board; and further stated
that it was his opinion that the Airport Board had jurisdiction over the Field.
The Airport Manager stated that there had never been any stipulations in regard
to the use of this area and that the Veterans' Air Service did not have this
property leased. The City Attorney, in answer to an inquiry by Mayor Baxter, stated
that the Airport Board had full jurisdiction over the work on the Airport and
that the Council had no recourse in the matter.
Mayor Baxter informed Mr. Somppi that as per the advice of the City Attorney, the
Council has no jurisdiction over questions regarding leasing of space on the
Airport.
Mr. Somppi stated that the Veterans' Air Service would appreciate the privilege of
being allowed to send a representative to an Airport Board meeting for a review
of this problem.
The Chairman of the Ordinance Committee presented proposed Resolution No. 782.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 782 authorizing and directing the City
Treasurer to transfer the sum of $16,500.00 from Cumulative Fund No. 1184 to the
Airport Fund, as a loan, for the purposes of acquisition and improvement of pro-
perty and structures; said loan sum to be repaid to said Cumulative Find from the
Airport Fund as and when funds for repayment are available from the Airport Fund.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt Resolution No. 782,
as read. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that the Street and Alley Committee recommended a meeting
with the interested parties regarding the improvement of the alley in Block 17,
on Monday evening September 11th at 8:00 o'clock P.M., in the Council Chambers
and the City Clerk so notify these people.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Reid, that the recommendation of the Street and
Alley Committee be concurred in and that the City Clerk be instructed to notify
the interested persons in Block 17, of said meeting. Carried.
Uouncilman Reid reported quite heavy traffic congestion at the intersection of
3rd and Rainier and also the intersection of the Sunset Highway and the Maple Valley
Highway and that he and the City Engineer had investigated and the Light and Power
Committee recommended four mercury vapor lights at each intersection. This type
of light would be good for both pedestrians and traffic. Councilman Reid answered
Councilman Tamborini, that he had received a price of $968.00 for the 8 lights
complete, including transformers, ballast and control box. They would use present
wiring materials.
Moved by Dela urenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Committee and four new mercury lights be installed at both inter-
sections. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a recess. After the recess, the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRI10,
REID, DAVIDSON.. TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the Ordinance Committee would like to introduce
an Ordinance and further stated he would like to have the Councilmen ask any
questions in regard to this ordinance at this meeting as there were gentlemen
present who would be able to answer their questions.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1382 an or dinance of the City of
Renton, Washington, specifying and adopting a plan or scheme for the acquisition
or construction of an electric power system for the City, for the construction
and installation of additions and improvements to and extensions of said system,
declaring the estimated cost of carrying out said plan or scheme, and providing
for the submission of a proposition for the adoption of said plan or scheme and
the issuance of electric power revenue bonds of. the City in the principal sum of
$6,1502000 to pay the cost thereof to the qualified electors of the City for
their ratification or rejection at a special election to be held on October 17,
1950.
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Councilman Tamborini stated that in his opinion the Councilmen should study the
contents before offering any comment and that the proposed Ordinance should be
carried over till the next meeting before any questions were asked or objections
offered on same.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the proposed Ordinance No. 1382
be referred to the Ordinance Uommittee and City Attorney for a report back next
meeting. Carried.
Councilman Reid stated there would be a meeting in Kent at 8:30 P.M., on August
30, 1950 at which time Mr. Spidell would speak in regard to publicizing the
Power issue and that all Councilmen should attend.
The City Clerk announded the next budget meeting on Thursday, August 31, at
8:00 o'clock P.M.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Freyman, that all bills approved by the r'inance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 11:15 P.M.
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Renton Washington
September 5, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 otclock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI., RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HAGEN, HANSEN,. TRIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett;
City Engineer, James Highton; Supt. of Utilities, S. R. Waller; Fire Chief, Floyd
Lawrance and Building Inspector, Walter Will.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the August 29th meeting be
adopted as written. Carried.
APPLIGAIJON5 FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMFM -
N0. AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2192 896.00 H. M. Rouse 218 Logan install furnace
3 100.00 John S. Methven 512 Williams St. N. remodel garage
4 50.00 Fred Illian 429 Burnett lay concrete floor
5 400400 Roy Schultz 2110 8th Place erect garage
6 300,00 Ivan J. Puhich 8701 136th St. build fireplace
7 600,00 A. L. Ingram 2508 6th Ave. No# erect carport
8 100.00 F. H. Anderson 111 A. Street erect fence
9 8,500.00 Dr, Keigwin 1010 2nd Ave. remodel bldg.
2200 600.00 Douglas Blunk 921 Be St. install furnace
1 Ray Hansen 336 Mill St. Install furnace
2 100.00 John 0. Jacobson 2211 9th Ave. stucco house
3 50.00 G. E. Slye 514 N, Williams install oil tank
4 58.00 A. W. Woods 1510 Brooke Ave. N. remodel house
5 7,,840.00 Mr. & Mrs. I. Laush 13210 91st Ave. So. erect residence
6 500.00 Thomas M. Haight 638 D St. build basement
7 50.00 E. Hansen 318 Whitworth repair garage
8 100.00 Dominic Dolachi.oli 212 N. Burnett erect woodshed
9 10,000.00 J. P. Kelleher 810-Riverside Dre erect residence
10 25.00 E. L. Halladay 2007 7th Ave. install windows
1 350.00 Al Cheever 434 Smithers repair house
2 190.00 V. Sylvester 500 Smithers Ste repair roof
3 50.00 Thomas Aarhus 801 Renton St. connect sewer
4 200.00 T. W. Nicholson 920 D Ste erect carport
5 250.00 J. K.=Kreiss 2508 9th N' install furnace
6 250.00 M' Svennungsen 512 Fronson Pl. construct wall.
7 300.00 2eb Shearer 96 Burnett St. remodel furnace
8 200.00 R. Cleveneer 557 Shattuck Ste erect garage
9 1,000.00 Henry Treptow 112 Burnett St. remodel house
20 50.00 Richard Geissler 2617 6th N. install water heater
1 42500.00 Dan Tilendo 115 4th Ave. remodel house
2 50.00 0. Be McGinnis 1301 "J" Ste install range
3 100.00 John E. Rosenstine 336 Smithers repair porch
4 100.00 J. C. Martin 2006 6th Pl. erect fence
5 90.00 Roy Davis 517 N. Wells install range
6 75.00 Frank O'Hara 115 Williams install range
7 75.00 James M. Jorgenson 119 Park Ste erect fence
A card of thanks was received from Councilman Herman Freyman and family.
The appointment by Mayor Baxter of George G. Gomez as patrolman on the Renton
Police Department, to commence September 1, 1950 was read. Moved by Bruce, seconded
by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the appointment of Mayor Baxter. Carried.
A communication was read from Harold A. Slingsby, Asst. Business Representative
of the Automotive Machinists Lodge No. 289, Seattle to the Budget Committee of
the Renton City Council, requesting a $25.00 increase per month for members who
are employees of the City of Renton. This increase would raise the wages of City
employed machinists equal to those of the City of Seattle, King County Shops
and Highway Departments and yet be lower than wages received by mechanics out-
side of municipal employment; they further request furnishing and laundering
of uniforms necessary in the performance of their work.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this letter be referred to the
Council as a whole for further consideration in connection with the preparation
of the budget. Carried.
A communication was read from George G. Pasco, President of the Police Department
Civil Service Commission, Renton, Washington, stating that the positions of radio
technician and Bureau of Identification are technical positions in the Renton
Police Department and recommended that those filling said positions receive
Sergeant's pay.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that this matter be referred to the
Council as a whole, for further consideration in connection with the preparation
of the budget. Carried.
The City Clerk informed the Council that the men now employed in the above stated
positions are receiving Sergeant's pay at the present time.
Councilman Tamborini stated that he had requested that this letter be directed
to the Council so that these two men would be classified as Sergeants as well as
to receive the pay rating as Sergeants.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that the two petitions
involved in the rezoning of the east side of Sunset Boulevard, had insufficient
signatures within the 200' radial area.
Councilman Tamborini was informed by Councilman Richardson that this matter had
been referred back to the Council from the Planning Commission. The City Attorney
stated that this matter of rezoning would require a hearing even though there
were 100% signatures on the petition. The City attorney informed the City Clerk
that the signatures of people owning 51% of the property within a 200 foot radial
area are required on a petition for rezoning before the Council can give favorable
consideration of said petition. The City Engineer requested more time to check
the legality of the signatures on these two petitions.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this petition be referred back to
the City Engineer to check the number and legality of signatures on the petition.
Carried.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the City of Renton
Planning Commission stating that the King County Planning Commission recently
asked their recommendation on a rezoning petition from H. C. Anderson to rezone
the southwest l A of the southeast lA of Section 18-23-51 a portion of land
south of the Ban Boy. Drive-In from the Bonneville Power Line to Shattuck Street
from A-1 (First Agriculture) to B-P 'Business Parking) for a restaurant and
business parking. After determining that there was sufficient room for a building,
and upon the oral agreement of Mr. H. C. Anderson to deed a 30 foot right-of-way
to the City for possible future extension of 6th Avenue, the following resolution
was passed at their Aupst 23rd meeting: RESOLVED, that we recommend to the City
that they negotiate for the acquiring of a 30 foot right-of-way from Mrs. Jensen,
owner of the Band Box Drive-In, and take the 30 foot right-of-way which Mr. H.C.
Anderson agrees to deed to the City for a 60 foot right-of-way for future ex-
tension
xtension of 6th Avenue*"
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that this be referred to the Street and
Alley Committee to check on the 6th Avenue extension and the rezoning request.
Carried.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning
Commission stating that after discussion of the request of R. D. Schneider for
a non-conforming permit to use the residence at 205 Williams Street for a ware-
house for a six months period, they had passed the following resolution RESOLVED
that we feel it is out of our jurisdiction to pass on this non-conforming
occupancy permit was contrary to city ordinances, our recommendation is that it
be rejected". Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur
in the recommendation of the Planning Commission. Carried.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning
Commission stating that after discussion, they passed the following resolution
relative to the rezoning petition from residential to commercial as requested
by Anna M. and Timothy Morgan, 13262 Rainier Avenue RESOLVED, that we recommend
to the City Council that they approve the petition of Timothy and Anna M. Morgan
for rezoning of property described from residential to commercial."
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Also, the following resolution RESOLVED that we recommend to the City Council
that they rezone the balance of all property from Third Avenue and Rainier to
Dixie Avenue, or Airport Way, and to the East Boundary of the Black River Channel,
or 200 feet, whichever is greater", concerning property along Rainier Avenue.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Planning Commission. Carried.
A communication was received from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning
Commission stating that at their April 26th meeting the Planning Commission had
recommended the approval of the rezoning petition of Arnold C. Weiding of property
on the Sunset Highway through to 116th S.E., and alsb recommended that the entire
area from Jardine's property on the Sunset Highway through to 116th Street southeast
be rezoned all along the Sunset Highway from residential to commercial and suggested
that a petition be circulated for that purpose; at their August 23rd. meeting.
Mr. Jardine presented signed petitions from the residents for this rezoning and the
Planning Commission then made the following recommendation RESOLVED, that we re-
commend to the City Council the rezoning of the property as described by such pro-
cedure as is required."
The City Engineer explained to Mr. Freyman that Mr. Jardine had presented a petition
signed by residents of a greater area, to be included in the rezoning petition. The
Jardine petition includes additional property north and east of Weiding's property
to Miller's corner.
Councilman Richardson explained to Councilman Tamborini that this was an additional
piece of property requested to be rezoned by Mr. Jardine and to be included in
the entire area to be rezoned.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Dullahant, that the Weiding property as described in
the original petition, be rezoned from residential to commercial. Carried.
ROLL CALL vote being taken as follows: Richardson, Aye, Swift, Aye, Bruce, No,
Freyman, No, Hansen, Aye, Hagen, Aye, Trimm, Aye, Reid, Aye, Davidson, Aye,
Tamborini, No and Dullahant Aye. There being 8 Ayes and 3 No's the motion carried.
The City Attorney answered Councilman Tamborini, that it would be necessary that
a date be set for a hearing and a hearing held.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning Commi-
ssion, stating that after a discussion regarding the amount of set back for the
buildings'on streets and arterial highways, they had passed the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that we recommend to the City Council that the rezoning ordinance be
amended to require a 20 foot set back on all arterial streets and highways for all
buildings, except in Fire Zone 1 (one) and Park Avenue from Bronson Way to 6th
Avenue North. Moved by hichardson, seconded by Freyman, that this matter be re-
ferred to the mays and Means Committee and the City Engineer. Carried.
A communication was read from James L. Highton, City Engineer, requesting the
legality of entering into an agreement with the Maplewood Golf Club for the control
of flood water caused by the overflow of the stream that flows through the club
property, flooding the east end of the Maplewood Addition, causing considerable
damage, during extreme conditions. It is the opinion of the City Engineer that
dredging of the stream channel would relieve the condition.
Moved by Freyman, that this matter be referred to the Ways and Means Uommittee
and City Engineer. Carried.
A second communication was read from James L. Highton, City Engineer stating that
Supt. Roy Morse and Asst. Supt. Allen of the Seattle Water Department had per-
sonally visited and discussed with him the proposed street improvement on 2nd
Avenue and after reviewing the site, had agreed that there is no infringement of
the City of Seattle rights not covered by franchise and the City of Renton may
proceed with the improvement without further negotiation.
Councilman Richardson requested information as to the attitude of the school
authorities in regard to bearing part of the expense of the improvement of 2nd
Avenue from Logan Street to the west City limits.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Richardson that he would contact the school
authorities in regard to this matter as soon as possible.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this matter be referred to
the Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer to check with the School
Authorities and report back. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, stating that he
understood plans have been drawn for the construction of several sheds in the
City yard, one to be used for storing sand for sanding icy streets. The City
Engineer reported that the state vehicle testing shed at the airport had been
leased to Mr. Fletcher, owner of the Renton Paint and Wallpaper store for two
years, and he will sub-lease the covered shed to the City at the rate of
$15.00 per month or 060.00for a two year period.
The City Engineer further recommended that the City enter into an agreement
with Mr. Fletcher. The early use of this shed would permit the storing of sand
in the dry for winter use. Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that this be
referred to the Property Committee. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, stating that Building Inspector
Walter Will, with Ted Cavanaugh, had investigated the heating plant at the
City Garage and had determined that a new boiler is required at a cost of
approximately $1100.00 not including installation. He stated that the boiler
in the North Renton Dormitory Administration Building is in excellent condition
and not in use; that eight sections of this boiler could be dismantled and in-
stalled at the garage at a total cost of approximately $1200.00, whereas a new
boiler of the same type and rating would cost approximately X2300.00 installed.
The City Clerk informed the Council that the Street Department Fund had ample
funds to take care of this expense.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this matter be left in the
hands of the Property Committee for a week. Carried.
A communication was read from Arthur L. Haugan, City Attorney advising that
he had appointed Mr. Gerard M. Shell-an as Assistant City Attorney effective
September 1, 1950.
A communication was read from S. R. Waller, Supt. of Utilities, tendering his
resignation as Supt. of Utilities for the City of Renton because of poor
health and personal business affairs. He thanked the Mayor, Council, Depart-
ment heads and employees for their kindness and cooperation during his tenure
and requested his resignation to become effective October 16, 1950.
Mayor Baxter stated that he also feels that Mr. Waller has done a fine job
for the City and regretted to see him leave. Councilman t'lichardson, on be-
half of the Council thanked Mr. Waller for his work for the City, stating
that he has been very conscientious and has done a fine job for the City and
the City owed Mr. Waller a vote of thanks.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the resignation date of Mr.
Waller, Supt. of Utilities be accepted as of October 16th. Carried.
The City Clerk read Ordinance No. 1382. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON..
WASHINGTON, SPECIFYING AND ADOPTING A PLAN OP. SCHEME for the acquisition or
construction of an electric power system for the city, for the construction
and installation of additions and improvements to and extensions of said
system, declaring the estimated cost of carrying out said plan or scheme and
providing for the submission of a proposition for- the adoption of said plan
or scheme and the issuance of electric power revenue bonds of the City in
the principal sum of $6,150.00 to pay the cost thereof to the qualified
electors of the City for their ratification or rejection at a special elec-
tion to be held on October 17, 1950. Councilman hichardson, Chairman of the
Ordinance Committee, stated that proposed Ordinance #1382, which had been
placed on its initial reading at the August 29th meeting and referred to the
Ordinance Committee, and all other Council members, for study, had been con-
sidered by the Ordinance Committee and that said committee recommended that
proposed Ordinance No. 1382 be put on its 2nd and final reading for Council
action. Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that proposed Ordinance No.
1382 be placed on its 2nd and final reading. Carried. After the 2nd and final
reading, it was moved by Freyman, seconded by Tamborini, that proposed
Ordinance No. 1382 be adopted as read.
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A roll call vote being taken as follows: Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye; Bruce, Aye;
Freyma.n, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye; Davidson, Aye; Tamborini,
Aye; and Dullahant, Aye. All present voting Aye, Ordinance No. 1382 was unanimously
adopted.
Councilman Richardson, Chairman of the Ordinance Committee presented proposed Ordinance
No. 1383 an Ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, vacating a portion of alley
in Block 200 Plat of Renton Highlands within the City of Renton; accepting conveyance
to the City of an equivalent area adjacent to said alley as a consideration for the
vacated portion; thereby changing the location of the aforementioned alley.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that proposed Ordinance No. 1383 be referred
q.. to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Councilman Richardson, Chairman, stated that the Ordinance Committee recommended the
adoption of proposed Ordinance No. 1383.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Ordinance Committee and that Ordinance No. 1383 be placed on its second and final
reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen,
that the Council adopt Ordinance No. 1383 as read.
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A roll call vote being taken as follows: Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye; Bruce, Aye;
Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye; Davidson, Aye; Tamborini,
Ayg and Dullahant, Aye. All present voting Aye, Ordinance No. 1383 was unanimously
adopted.
The City Attorney recommended that a motion be adopted tonight authorizing the City
Clerk to post and publish Ordinance No. 1382 as required by law, as the time is
limited to authorize the special election as outlined in Ordinance No. 1382 on
j October 172 1950.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the City Attorney. Carried.
Mr. Davis, Insurance Representative for the City of Renton informed the Mayor and
Council that the Blanket Insurance the City of Renton held on various City owned
buildings was based on only 90% of the actual value and stated that a survey proved
the buildings to be worth about $25,000.00 more, or in case of loss, the City would
be short 10% of the loss. This adjustment would mean an increase in insurance costs
of approximately $150.00 per year. Mr. Davis stated he had filed a schedule with the
Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau. Moved by Reid, seconded by Freyman, that
this Insurance matter be referred to the Finance Committee with power to act. Carried.
The Mayor declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SiIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIM14, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
The City Clerk read Mayor Joe R. Baxter's reappointment of Hayden Williams as
Commissioner of the Housing Authority of the City of Renton for another term.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the reappoint—
ment of Hayden Williams as Commissioner of the Housing Authority of the City of
Renton for another term. Carried.
Councilman Richardson recommended that the date of September 26th be set for the
hearing on the rezoning from residential to commercial of the entire area from
i Jardine's property on the Sunset Highway through to 116th Street southeast.
r..• Moved by Hansen, seconded by Dullahant, that the date of September 26th beset
for the above' rezoning petition.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the motion be amended and the City
{ Clerk be allowed to set the date to allow for any legal steps necessary. The
amendment carried. The original motion was then voted on and carried.
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Councilman Tamborini asked the City Attorney for his legal opinion on the private
use of gasoline from the City's supply at cost. The City Attorney informed
Councilman Tamborini that this would be a matter between the City and the Oil
Company and unless the Oil Company had an objection., there would be no legal ob-
jection. The Chief of Police informed Councilman Freyman that he had given the dog
catcher authority to obtain his gas for the use of picking up stray dogs, from the
City' s gas supply at cost, as in the past the dog catchers had been allowed their
gas, free of cost, and that the dog catcher was now paying City's cost price for the
gas, and unless this concession was made, it would be impossible to retain a dog
catcher at the present rate of payment.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the question as to furnishing gas at cost
from the City's supply, for the dog catcher's use, be referred to the Ways and
Means Committee and Chief of Police.
On the question, Councilman Davidson, stated that in his opinion, the Committee
should include in their discussion the question of furnishing gas at cost from
the City's supply for all City employee's cars. Carried.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Property Committee, reported that it was the
recommendation of the Property Committee that the Sweet Center lease be trans-
ferred from JOE STEIIU R, the present lessee, to JOE AND JENNY FLISECK and that a
new lease for a period of three years at the rental price of $75.00 per month,
on the same terms, with an option to renew for an additional two years at a rate of
$90.00 per month, be entered into by the City. Moved by Richardson, seconded by
Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the Property Committee.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a recess. After the recess the meeting was called to order
by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTII RICHARDSON.. SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RI'4I,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
The City Clerk informed the Mayor and Councilmen that as per Council request, he
had conferred with all the Department Heads and had requested them to set their
wage scales to conform to the wages paid in 1950 and to reduce Capital Outlay,
Maintenance and Operation estimates by 30% from the original estimates and that
after the necessary adjustments were made, the Council would reconsider their
estimates in order to order to complete the preliminary budget.
A communirsation was received from Andy Hess, 1414 SW 158th St., Seattle, Wn., re-
questing permission to use a sound amplifying system in his campaign in the City
of Renton. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the
Police and License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Freyman, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presentedt
CURRENT
Payroll " 7883.97 8241-8309
Claims " 76.49 10-8311
Payroll " 1440.18 12-8324
Claim " 76.40 25
WATER
Payroll " 1536.46 8095-8110
CIJY STREETS
Payroll It 1734.82 5750--5769
SEWER DISPOSAL •..�•
Payroll it 758.17 1937-1947
AIRPORT
Payroll " 602.05 973-978
ATHLETIC
Payroll it 202.56 535-538
PARK
Payroll it 630.95 1445-1451
Claim " 7.07 1452
Payroll King County Medical 31.25 1453
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LIBRARY
Claims it 548.61 2164-2171
Payroll King County Med, 10.50 72
Claims 13.60 73-2174
CUMULATIVE #1183
Payroll " 514.50 316-320
�•• Moved by Reid, Seconded by Freyman, that the Council meeting recess until 8:00
11clock P.M., Friday evening. Carried. The meeting was recessed at 11:30 P.M.,
o'clock.
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Renton, Washington '
September 8, 1950
The recessed meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, DAVIDSON,
TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT,
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Clerk, Wiley Crook, City
Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; Supt. of Utilities, S. R. Waller, City Engineer,
James Highton and Assistant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan.
After a thorough study of the preliminary budget as presented, pages one to
twenty-one, inclusive, a motion was made by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that
the Budget be accepted in its entirety as the Preliminary Budget for the City
of Renton, Washington, fiscal year 1951, January 1 to December 31, 1951, in-
clusive. Said budget showing expenditures under the following classifications
and amounts with final total.
PAY. OF INT.
SALARIES MAINT CAPITAL & REDEMPT.
& WAGES & OPER OUTLAY OF BONDS TOTAL
$4641195.00 $190,736.00 $108,117.00 $ 20,725.00 $783,773.00
Also method by which funds will be accumulated to meet the expenditures outlined
in said budget.
ESTIMATED EST. REC. ESTIMATED
SURPT TTS OTHER THAN TAXES TAR RECEIPTS TOTAL
$164,518.00 $454,255.00 $165,000.00 $783,773.00
The motion carried.
The City Clerk reas Resolution No. 733 WHEREAS the transfer of the Boeing-Renton
Airplane Mfg. Plant and the New Foundry at Pacific Car and Foundry from the Re-
construction Finance Corporation, an agency of the Government, to the United
States Government, evidenced by recording of transfer documents in the office of
County Auditor of King County, Washington, resulting in a loss of approximately
$99,450.00 anticipated tax revenue to the City of Renton alone during the year
1951, and similar amounts annually thereafter as loss of tax revenue from said
property, these properties representing two-fifths of the total tax yielding
properties in the City of Renton, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF RENTON, that the situation described in the above recitals be immediately
and emphatically brought to the attention of the departments of the U. S. Govern-
ment having jurisdiction in the premises, and that they be and are hereby re-
spectfully requested to take necessary steps, or adopt necessary measures, to
provide reimbursement of, or substitute payments in lieu of taxes, to the City
of Renton for the loss of tax revenues resulting from removal of the Renton-
Boeing Plant and the New Foundry at the Pacific Car and Foundry.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that Resolution No. 783 be adopted as
read. Carried.
Moved by hichardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Mayor write letters to the
employees and Unions explaining the reasons why wages cannot be raised at this
time for the year 1951. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 9:00 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Washington
September 12, 1950
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAUIENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney; Vincent
Stewart, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk;
Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Jack Schneider, Airport
•.. Manager; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent and Walter Will, Building Inspector.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council dispense with the approval
of the minutes of the September 5th meeting, which was recessed and also the recessed
meeting of September 8th. Carried.
A communication was read from Chester Biesen, Executive Secretary of the Association
of Washington Cities, 250 Smith Hall, University of Washington, Seattle 5, Wash.,
stating that the Executive Committee of their Association is considering certain re-
visions in the Municipal Employees' Retirement System, to keep the law up-to-date and
make it more workable, with a view to presenting same at the next session of the
Legislature. Two revisions proposed may liberalize the plan to some degree or make
other changes which will affect the members of the System, other revisions are
technical on which there is no particular question of policy involved. These sugges-
ted revisions are, (1) Increase the maximum compensation from $300.00 to $400.00
per month on which an employee and the City contribute, (2) Allow retired members on
a service pension to work for anyone except a member of the City without having their
pension suspended. The Executive Committee outlined these suggestions to obtain the
Mayor and Council's advice and thinking; and is making a poll of city members of the
Retirement.System before making a decision as to the sponsorship of legislation.
They request the revisions be considered and the total vote in favor and not in favor
of the revisions be mailed to the Association office at the earliest convenience.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred to
... the Legislative Committee and City Attorney to check and report back to the Council.
Carried.
A communication was read from Lillian Stueben and Lois Wight of Benny's Beanery,
526 2nd Avenue, Renton, Washington requesting permission for licenses for amusement
games and a Music Box.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Dallahant, that this be referred to the Police and License
Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Public Library Board, signed by Winifred
C. Daniels, Head Librarian, and J. Allison and W. Storey, members of the Board, re-
questing the Property Committee of the City Council to investigate the feasibility
of installing an oil burner in the Library Building; that the possibility of using a
portion of the boiler now located in the building occupied by the Spider Staging
Company be investigated. They further request that the City Council publish a call
for bids on the installation of said oil burner for the Library Building.
Moved by Brace, seconded by Freyman, that this request be referred to the Property
Committee and City Engineer to investigate and report back. Carried.
A communication was received from the Department of Health, Division of Public Health
Engineer of the State of Washington, Smith Tower, Seattle, Washington, signed by
Robert L. Stockman, District Engineer of the Sanitary Engineering Section, stating
that Mr. Stockman had inspected the Spring Brook Water Supply with Mr. Waller, Supt.
of Utilities and James Highton, City Engineer on August 28, 1950 and were pleased
to see the progress being made in carrying out the recommendations outlined in their
letter of March 303, 1950. They had been advised that the hypochlorinator had been
overhauled and was ready for installation and service, and had observed the con—
struction to provide control of surfact water diversions in the vicinity of the
spring. This construction, when completed, will cover Items 1 and 2 of the re—
commendations contained in their letter of above date and they again advise the need
for obtaining additional protection by ownership of land in the area of the spring,
by, (Items 3 and 4 of their recommendations read as follows: "3) Purchase the
privately owned land in the immediate vicinity of the spring as soon as possible.
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(Now negotiating for this land.) "4) Investigate ownership and availability of
other lands in the watershed, with the object of purchasing additional land in
order to provide increased protection against surface contamination. This water
source is a valuable asset to the city and should not be jeopardized by develop—
ment which may come to the area, even though such development may be many years
away.
Councilmen Richardson stated that this previously was in the hands of the City
Attorney and former City Engineer and thought it well if the present City
Engineer would check into the matter with the City Attorney. Moved by Reid,
seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Property Committee, City
Engineer and City Attorney to investigate. Carried.
A bid was received from the Addressograph Sales Agency for the purchase of an
Addressograph machine. As these people are the sold suppliers of this type of
machine, no other bid being received, upon request for information regarding the
legality of accepting a bid when only one was received, the City Attorney in—
formed the Council that it was legal to accept the bid.
The bid was read from the Addressograph Sales Agency on one new Model No. 1955
electric chain drive addressograph at $1058.50 plus State Sales Tax of $31.76
and prepaid freight of $42.00 a total cost of $1132.26. Delivery will be approx—
imately 14 to 16 weeks from date of order at factory. A certified check for
$56.62, 5% of the amount of bid was enclosed.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that this be referred to the Prop—
erty and Finance Committees and City Attorney to check and report back. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Committees have power to act.
Carried.
Councilman Hagen reported for the Sanitation Committee, that their committee had
held a meeting earlier this evening regarding the use of refuse cans on the
street featuring local advertising to pay for these cans and that on advice of the
Chairman were waiting for an opportunity to meet with the City Attorney before
making a report.
The Police Chief stated that he would like to report that he had made a personal
inspection of the Alley in Block 17 this evening and had been able to drive down
the alley, with his car about 150 yeards only, due to Mrs. Howard' s car being
parked in the alley; that unless the alley was graded it would be impossible to
drive further down the alley, also, that Mrs. Howard refused to quit parking her
automobile in the alley in Block 17, regardless of the fact that there was
sufficient room to park said car in front of her home where. there were no restric—
tions on parking. Mayor Baxter stated that there was an Ordinance covering this
situation and that this car should be removed; that this problem was referred to
the City Attorney and Police Department and that no legislation would be required.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Reid, that a short recess be declared to allow the,
Sanitation Committee to meet with the City Attorney. Carried.
After the Recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON , SWIFT, BRUCE, M,'YMAN, HANSEN) HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Councilman Davidson, member of the Sanitiation Committee reported that six week's
ago his Company had requested the Ramsey Company to contact Smith Troy, Washington
State Attorney General r egardi ng placing disposal cans on the streets. The
Committee had been informed by Johnny Ramsey of the Ramsey Advertising Company
that Attorney General Smith Troy had informed him that it was his opinion it would
not be legal at the present time, but it could be used for a test case. However,
the Sanitation Committee reported they did not wish to make a test case of this
question and recommended that this offer be rejected. The City Attorney stated
it was his opinion that the use of disposal cans on the streets displaying ad—
vertising was not legal.
Moved by Richardson,seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the re—
commendaticn of the committee. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that the Finance and Property Committee had met in re—
gard to purchasing the addressograph machine. It is the committee's opinion that
the City needs the machine and both the Finance and Property Committee — re—
commended that said machine be purchased.
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They further request that sealed bids be called for the sale of the old addresso—
graph machine, as this machine has only an approximate x$5.00 trade in value.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Dullahant, that the City purchase the addressograph
machine from the Addressograph Sales Agency at a total cost of $1132.26. Carried.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that a call for bids be published for the
sale of the old addressograph machine. The City Clerk is instructed to issue this
call for bids. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn.. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 o'clock P.M,
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Renton, Washington
September 19, 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HAGEN, HANSEN) TRI14M,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Assistant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan;
Assistant Police Chief, Angelo Busato; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk,
Wiley Crook; City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Supt.
of Utilitiesp S. R. Waller; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack
Schneider and Building Inspector, Walt Will.
Moved by Richardson' seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the recessed meeting
of September 5, 1950 be approved after the following correction - THAT THE WEIDING
PROPERTY BE SHOWN IN THE REZONING MOTION RATHER THAN JARDINE PROPERTY. Carried.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the meeting of September
12, 1950 be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
ANO-t- AMOUNTNAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2229 250.00 Herbert E. Carlson 1916 7th No. erect carport
2230 30.00 Wm. U. Gibson 2403 7th No. install oil tank
1 Louis Delaurenti, Jr. 301 Williams plumbing
2 100.00 A. H. Kaduenz 2110 7th N. install drain tile
3 6,000.00 Paul Snook 642 Morris erect duplex
4 50.00 C. W. Steepy 2513 6th No. erect retaining wall
5 50.00 J. G. Curry 432 Park Ave install new roof
6 150.00 Martha Ruel 13805 88th S. construct bulkhead
7 160.00 John Hallatore 325 Burnett repair roof
8 . 100.00 R. J. Beseker 934 E. St. install sidewalk
9 12000.00 Andrew Zappallo 2105 7th No. erect garage
40 150,00 Frank Zappallo 2110 8th Ave. erect driveway
1 200.00 Angello Phillips 219 Airport Way erect garage
2 100.00 Mrs. G.M. Schwendeman 2413 7th Ave. No. install furnace
3 Tradewell Store #10 219 Wells St. install plumbing
4 950.00 David R. Graham 635 H. Street raise house
5 350.00 J. J. Rauna 123 Wells St. shingle roof
6 12500.00 Raymond Hansen 336 Mill St. lower ceilings
7 21500.00 Tradewell Stores 219 Wells St. remodel store
8 150.00 Ray Brand 815j Third Ave. install gas heater
9 300.00 Ethel McDonald 211 Park Ave. remodel porch
2250 Adam Donway 8231 S. 138th install furnace
1 100.00 George Wilkins 8922 S. 140th reshingle roof
2 350.00 Larry Schroeder 2503 6th N. erect garage
3 V. E. Toney 657 D. St, change plumbing
4 Pioneer Bakery Renton, Wn. wiring
5 250.00 0, R. Nease 2322 6th Ave. No* install furnace
6 400.00 J. W. Allan 419 Williams erect garage
7 81000.00 Philip Ozbolt 8801 142nd St. S. erect residence
8 Ramtapaa,, Emil 2511 9th St. install oil bbls.
9 Henry Treptow 112 Burnett install plumbing
60 400.00 K. A. Beckstrom 1910 7th N. erect carport
A communication was read from Vester R. Daugherty, Minister of the Church of Christ,
requesting permission to post arrow direction signs at three different intersections,
namely Rainier Avenue & Empire Ways Sunset Highway and Maple Valley Highway and the
Benson Highway at the South City limits to aid their followers in finding their
place of worship. Moved by Reid, seconded by Hagen, that this be referred to the
Street & Alley Committee with power to act. Carried.
The City Clerk read the Mayor's Notice to all employees of the City of Renton which
explained the reasons why the City of Renton could not grant a wage increase for
1951
The City Clerk reported that all City employees had received a copy as well as the
different labor unions.
A communication was read from Philip L. Strelinger, partner of Strelinger-Martin, 205
Logan Street requesting permission to build a temporary wooden frame building,
20' x 20' to be used as an office during the construction of a concrete block building
which will be used for sales and service of Pontiac automobiles. The temporary
wooden frame building will be removed upon completion of the concrete block structure,
which it is anticipated will be completed by February 1, 1951.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the building
Inspector with power to act, with instruction from the Council that a clause be
-� added to his building permit that the temporary wooden structure be removed upon
completion of the concrete block structure. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini, Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, stated that the
Committee recommended that no gas be sold from the City garage at cost to ANYONE.
Moved by Dullah nt, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ways and Means Committee. Carried.
The Ways and Means Committee and City Engineer were granted- more time to investi-
gate the matter of controlling flood waters of the creek at Maplewood that overflows,
causing water to collect around the homes in the eastern section of Maplewood.
The Ways and Means Committee and City Engineer were granted more time on the problem
of amending the Building Code Ordinance to require a 20 foot setback for all new
buildings constructed on Primary and Secondary State Highways through the City of
Renton except Fire Zone 1 and on Park Street from Bronson Way to 6th Avenue north
as recommended by the Planning Commission.
A communication was read from Floyd Lawrence, one of a committee of three appointed
by Mayor Baxter to represent the Mayor at a Civilian Defense meeting held in the
Seattle Office of the County* Commissioners. According to the communication, there
were twenty-three representatives, including the three County Commissioners present,
Mayors from several King County cities and several County Officials. Representatives
were asked to report problems and progress made by their cities on Civilian Defense.
-County* Commissioner McLean explained the value of the King County Emergency Radio
System and how it could be of help to the small cities. Mayor Devin stated that in
his opinion the existing city government should be in charge of Civilian Defense
to avoid any emergency set-up which might be detrimental to the over-all plan.
Captain McCarthy and Sergeant Williams reported Renton's progress and Sergeant
Williams reported on the communications set-up. Commissicner Gibbs commented that
in his opinion Renton was well organized. In an-effort to coordinate all facilities,
it was mutually agreed, and the motion carried, that a County Coordinator of
Civilian Defense be appointed from the King County Sheriff's Office and this man
serve as a laisson officer between all the different cities. Commissioner McLean
recommended this man be put on a full time basis without other duties. When the
Civilian Defense is completely organized an exercise is to be conducted giving each
City an opportunity to demonstrate what procedure they would follow with certain
problems.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had been officially appointed as the Renton-Representa-
tive of the King County Civilian Defense meetings, but as he had been unable to
attend, had requested Captain McCarthy and- Sergeant Williams of the Police Depart-
ment and `'ire Chief Lawrence to attend in his place. The Mayor explained that the
only difference in the new set-up of Civilian Defense work was the appointment of
wardens, and a few minor details, which can be worked in easily with the Renton
program now in effect.
Mr. Jack Morrison, acting as spokesman for the King County P.U.D., Association,
stated that there was a question as to whether the City of Renton should set-up
their own system, in regard to power or not. He stated that numerous civic organ-
izations, such as the south end clubs, east side Federated Glubs and local Parent
Teachers' Organiztions were opposed to the distribution of power by Municipal-
ities and it was their opinion that the issue should be thoroughly investigated
and that the following cities, Renton, Kent, Kirkland, Enumclaw and Auburn should
not be allowed to form their own Municipal Power District because of their need
for additional revenue, but that arrangements should be made that would be fair
and beneficial to the entire area in question. Mr. Morrison made the following
comments, are- as of which aras follows: (1) Regarding the loss of revenue by the
cities, that the revenue received from a P.U.D. operation by the cities would be
favorable to the amount received at the present time as the cities share of taxes
paid by the Puget Sound Power & Ligh-t Company.
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(2) That should the cities operate their own power distribution system, the
public school district would loose heavily in taxes, whereas by P.U.D., opera—
tion, the schools would receive as much, or more revenue, than the amount now
received by them as their share of the taxes paid by the Puget Sound Power &
Light Company.
(3) That it was very doubtful that the different cities could secure sufficient
power from the Bonneville Power Pool for their requirements, whereas the P.U.D.,
would be in a position to secure all of the power that was required for dis—
tribution.
(4) In regard to maintenance, that the Engineers employed by the Cities to pre—
pare a feasibility report, regarding the possibility of the cities owing and
operating their own power distributional system economically and efficiently, had
stated that two men could handle the maintenance in an area in which Puget Sound
Power & Light Company now employed seven men for maintenance and that it did not
seem possible that two men could replace the seven men now employed, which in—
dicated that the feasibility report was not thorough and comparable.
(5) That the cities would be at a great disadvantage because of the fact that it
would be necessary for them to pay for a high peak load, which they could not
avoid, whereas a P.U.D., under a wider and larger operation, could keep their peak
load kilowatt demand at a higher minimum, and that this handicap alone would make
it very unprofitable for city operation.
(6) That the cities would be forced to purchase their power from the Bonneville
Power Pool and that under the Bonneville Power Act a Municipality would not be
allowed to receive in gross revenue more than 6% of their original investment and
that as the bonds would probably bear an interest rate of 4%, that the City could
only be allowed 2% for the cost of operation, bond retirement reserve fund to off—
set depreciation, etc., and that according to law the bond holders would first be
paid interest and bond retirement monies before the City would be allowed monies
for operation or improvement.
Mr. Alex J. Somppi of the Veterans Air Service stated that he had attended two
meetings with the Airport Board and the Airport Manager but they had failed to re—
ceive permission to use the space originally allowed them and if this space is
not available, it is doubtful if their business can survive on the Boeing Field.
He further stated that it was his opinion that, as they were one of the first
private businesses on the field, it was the duty of the City Council to allow
them more consideration in this respect. Mr. Somppi informed Councilman Reid
that they were paying for only a portion of the land they were using, but they
had paid for whatever they had been billed, that they did not have a lease grant—
ing to them the use of the land. Councilman "ichardson stated that he under—
stood that the Veteran's Air Service were only paying a rental for the use of the
ground occupied by their building and a small strip on either side and that the
Airport Board had been lenient with them, also that the Airport Board had re—
cently paved a portion of the area north of the building for storms space for
the Veteran's Air Service.
Airport Manager Schneider stated that the Veteran's Air Service were paying
$16.80 per month rent for ground lease on the ground covered by their building
and $20.00 per month for additional ground area used by them. This arrangement
having been made by mutual agreement between the former Airport Manager, Airport
Board and the Veteran's Air Service.
Mayor Baxter stated this was a matter between the Airport Board and Airport Mgre
and the Veteran's Air Service and that the Council had no jurisdiction over same.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council members meet with the Airport
Board, Airport Manager, City Attorney and the Veteran's Air Service to see if a
satisfactory adjustment could be agreed upon. Carried.
The date of Monday, September 25, 1950 at 7:00 o'clock P.M., was set for this
meeting.
A communication was read from Park Superintendent Gene Coulon stating that the
Park Department had been authorized by the Council to investigate the possibility
of purchasing the property owned by the Puget Sound Power & Light Company on
Renton Scenic Hill used by the Park Board for recreational purposes, and that he
had received, and had attached a letter from Mr. C. Y. McGarrigle, Local Manager
of the Puget Sound Power & Light Company pertaining to said property.
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The communication from Mr. C. Y. McGarrigle, Local Manager of the Puget Sound Power
and Light Company was read stating they had been advised by their executive office
that the Company is willing to sell to the City of Renton, for park and playground
purposes all those portions of NEi of NWi and N4 of NEJ of Section 20, Township 23,
North, Range 5 East, W.M., and excepting and reserving certain mineral and mining
rights as specifically stated.
The total land involved in this description is 10.6 acres, sale price to be $3180.00
or $300.00 per acre, exclusive of mineral and mining rights. They request advice
in writing if acceptable to the City, so they can order the title report to submit
to the City for consideration.
Mr. Coulon informed the Council that the Park Board recommended the purchase of
this property for a Park. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council
accept the recommendation of the Park Board and this be referred to the Ways and
Means Committee to find a means of payment for same and the City Attorney- to check
the legality of this purchase. Carried.
The City Attorney informed Councilman Richardson that the City Council could legally
change the City limits to the easterly and southerly boundary of this park and thus
include said property in the corporate limits of the City of Renton by Ordinance and
that a petition would not be necessary.
Councilman Richardson stated that in his opinion the City should change the City limits
to include the property previously referred to by Ordinance and that Jones Street
then be improved.
A communication was read from the City- Engineer stating that the Engineers of the
State Highway Department are working in this area on preliminary surveys for a major
State Highway route through Renton. One suggested route makes use of the Northern
Pacific Railroad right-of-way and it was requested by the locating engineer that the
city proceed in the matter of contacting the Northern Pacific Railroad Officials
in regard to the acquisition of said right-of-way.
The City Engineer further stated that there are three prospective routes through
Renton. (1) From the South, tunnel through Renton Hill and across Cedar River Park.
(2) From the southwest over the Dunlap Canyon Road and Rainier Avenue thence down
Airport Way onward northeast through Renton. (3) From the intersection of the Northern
Pacific Railroad with Primary State Highway No. 5, near the Junction of Grady Way
and Primary State Highway No. 5, easterly and northerly through the City of Renton.
Whichever route they take will be either limited access or non-access and they pro-
pose to cross over the business area of the City with a viaduct.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had communicated with Mr. Robert McFarland, Executive
Vice-President of the Northern Pacific Railway at St. Paul requesting that he attend
a meeting with representatives of the various groups of the City at the time of his
next trip to the Northwest, to discuss the possibility of avoiding the serious
traffic bottleneck resulting from traffic over the Northern Pacific Line in Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Mayor proceed and arrange for
a meeting with the State Highway Department, District Manager of the Northern,
Representative of the Milwaukee Railroad, the Manager of the Great Northern Railroad
for this District and Mr. Earl Maxwell, Representative of the Pacific Coast Railroad,
together with the Mayor and City Council, City Engineer and City Attorney to study
the subject of changing the Northern Pacific right-of-way to a State Highway thru
Renton. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer stating that upon checking
the petition to create a local improvement for sanitary sewers in the FArlington
Addition, they find they are far short of signatures as only 20% of the property
owners- have signed the petition.
Councilman Richardson stated that this petition should be referred back to the group
that presented it to the Council for action as there are many persons who had never
been contacted in this regard; that Mr. Girard from the King County Health Department
says that conditions in Earlington are getting worse and the sanitation problem is
serious.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this petition be referred back to
the Earlington residents to obtain the required number of signatures for this im-
provement. Carried.
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A communication was read from the City Engineer giging an estimate of $400.00
for the cost to contract skilled labor for the construction of an equipment shed
for the City yard.
Counneilma.n Richardson explained to the Council that the City carpenters are very
busy at this time and that the City Engineer had been requested to furnish the
Council with this estimate at the special Street & Alley meeting on Monday evening
September 18th. That at the same time the fence at the City yard should be moved
back and also a suitable sand storage space be built. The City Engineer informed
the Council they had all the necessary material except the footings and corru-
gated material for the roof.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the City Engineer be instructed to
contract for skilled labor and to construct the equipment shed at the City yard.
Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that they have no solution yet for the channelizing of
the 3rd & Mills intersection, but that they have a recommendation that they
anticipate will ease the traffic congestion.
The Street & Alley Committee recommended that the two meters on the north side
of 3rd Avenue, west of Main Street, at the intersection of 3rd & Main be removed
and this trip to be designated as a loading zone for trucks and to allow private
parties a short parking time to pick up their groceries; also that the City
Engineer make a study of the timing device at the intersection to see if it could
be improved and also stated there was a need for additional lighting equipment to
make the signal light operate successfully.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the.Ordinance Committee amend the
Ordinance requiring the removal of the two meters, as above recommended, creating
a loading and temporary parking zone. Carried.
Councilman Reid reported that a Power meeting had been held in the Chamber Build-
ing on Monday evening., September 18th. A speaker will be obtained to explain the
Municipal Power question at the next meeting of the Chamber of Commerce, Wednesday pit
September 27th at 10:00 o'clock noon.
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Mayor Baxter requested that the City Clerk instruct the City Attorney to obtain
information in regard to the legality of the City contracting with Union Labor
Groups and to ascertain if a P. .D., can legally contract with a Union Labor Group.
Mayor Baxter further stated that Mr. McLaughlin, President of the Puget Sound
Power & Light Company was contacted in regard to the City of Renton purchasing the
Power Distribution System within the City of Renton, before the present P.U.D.p
Group had started to organize the proposed P.U.D., and that Mr. McLaughlin had
verbally informed the Council members that the City of Renton would be given
priority rights for the purchase of said facilities.
Moved by Hagenp seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the -inane
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
CURRENT
Claims it $2764.30 8326-8344
8345 Void
Payroll " 7906.33 8346--8425
Claims " 366.10 842E-8435
Payroll " 1029.24 8436-5446
Claim " 12.32 8447
Payroll " 1661.90 8448-8449
Claim " 619.54 8450
WATER
Claim " 1561.17 8111-8118
Payroll it n 240.15 8119-8122
Claim 437622 81238128
Payroll if 1876.25 8129-8141
CITY STREETS
Claims "' 2645.32 5769-5752
Payroll " 160.63 83-5786
Claim if 489.96 87-5791
Payroll " 1585.49 5792-5805
SEWLE DISPOSAL
Claim ,.- 260.52 1948-1950
Payroll " 1968.29 1951
Claim 77.35 1952-1953
Payroll " 776.04 54-1963
Claim " 2.06 1964
Payroll 174.60 1965-1966
AIRPORT
Claims it 1411.12 979-987
Payroll if 447.74 88-992
Claim It
168.60 93-998
Payroll it 106.86 99-1000
ATHLETIC
Claim ---.1 19.37 539
Payroll it 242.37 40-543
PARK
Payroll " 2229.18 1454-1461
Claim " 63.56 62-1463
Payroll " 222.50 64-1465
LIBRARY
Claim ' 8.10 2175
Payroll " 956.81 2176-2185
CUM. #1183
Payroll " 637.89 321-326
FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND
Claim Pension 250.00 36--37
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by kichardson, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M. o'clock.
Cit' lerk
Mayor
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Renton, Wash
September 261 1950
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAIIANT. (Councilman Hagen wasreported ill.)
DEPARTMENT HEADS AND OFFICIALS PIES&NT WERE: Assistant City Attorney; Gerard Shellan
Police Chief; Vincent Stewart, City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Treasurer, Dorothea
Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Supt. of Utilities, S. R. Waller; Airport
Manager, Jack Schneider, Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon and Building Inspector,
Walter Will.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Trimm, that the minutes of September 19, 1950 be approved
as written. Carried.
A communication was read which had been received by the Street and Alley Committee
from Edward Y. Chinn, of the China Villa Cafe, requesting permission to hang a
neon arrow with the name CHINA VILLA on tho corner of Third and Williams, pointing
in their direction, to aid in finding their place of business.
Chairman Swift of the Street and Alley Committee reported that his committee had
discussed this request and recommended that permission be granted the owners of the
CHINA VILLA to hang a neon arrow with their name on the corner of 3rd & Williams
provided permission is obtained to place same on a building and not on City pro—
perty or a telephone or light pole.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that this communication be referred back
to the Street and Alley Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Nels Swanson, owner of corner lot #14 in Block 17,
Renton Highlands stating that at the request of Mrs. Dorothy Howard for his opinion
on vacating an alley, he was writing to state he has no objection to the alley
being closed or vacated.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication placed with the file on the vacation of the
alley -in Block 17, Renton Highlands.
A communication was received from H. I. Chatterton of the Pacific Car and Foundry
Company stating that they are required to test in operation, experimental and pro—
duction models of track—laying armored vehicles which they have a Government con—
tract for development of; the only suitable proving grounds available for testing
is located at the old M-4 Test Track on top of the hill by the gravel pit on Mr.
High White's property. To get the vehicles to the proving grounds, it is necessary
to travel on or across city streets, namely, Factory Street to Sunset Boulevard,
crossing Sunset Boulevard at 4th Avenue North and crossing Bronson Way North between
Mt. Olivet Way and 4th Avenue North (formerly known as the Old Issaquah Road) , and
requesting permission to travel on and across the streets mentioned. They agree to
employ sufficient flagmen to handle traffic and will repair any damage to the surface
of these streets which may be caused by their usage.
The City Engineer reported that he had been informed by the Police Department that
they are traveling over the streets with the Police Department's supervision and
that no harm was being done to the streets, unless they used a turning action when
changing the course of travel of the tanks.
Mayor Baxter stated that it was his opinion that they had been operating over the
streets without actual Council permission.
Councilman Tamborini stated that they were requesting
the use of the same route
they had previously used when taking the M-4 tanks to the proving grounds for test
purposes and as they agreed to repair any damage tanks might do to the streets,
it was his opinion that the request be granted.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the request of Pacific Car and
Foundry that tnaks be allowed to travel on or across city streets be granted.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that the letter is legally in
order and that the quotation in the letter was binding, but recommended that the
Council write a letter acknowledging their request and explain that if they were
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allowed permission to travel on and across the streets mentioned that they would
be liable and would be required to repair any damage to the surface of these
streets, caused by their usage.
Moved by hichardson, seconded by Hansen, that the motion be amended to include the
recommendation of the City Attorney. The amendment carried. The original motion then
carried.
Councilman Freyman reported that there had been some damage done to the black top
at the Airport by the tanks running over this strip and asked what action had been
taken to avoid further damage.
The Airport Manager reported that there had been some damage done to the driveway
... at the Airport but they were unable to determine if the tanks were the cause or not,
even though they had run over these particular damaged places, but, as a caution,
he had contacted Jim Lawrence, Chief Engineer on the experimental tanks at the
Pacific Car and Foundry Company and he and, Mr. Lawrence had decided on a route that
would not require the tanks to go over the airport property as follows: by following
the East boundary of the Airport and thence along the waterway on the outside of
the fence, crossing the road at the extreme north end of the field, and not making
any turns, the tanks would not do any damage to the roads.
Councilman nichardson recommended that a letter be forwarded to Mr. Jim Lawrence
of the Pacific Car & Foundry Company stating the Council's position in regard to the
tanks that are tested in the lake, informing him that damage is being done to the
streets in this operation.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that a communication be forwarded to
Mr. Lawrence, Chief Engineer on the experimentalal tanks at the Pacific Car and
Foundry informing him of the usage of the Renton Streets in regard to the- big tank
and asking him to meet with the Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer on
this problem. Carried.
Councilman Swift, Chairman of the Street & Alley Committee set the date of October
31 1950 at 7:00 o'clock P.M., for this meeting.
A communication was received from Ralph S. Stach, County Assessor, signed by W.A.
Grace, Chief Accountant, enclosing a certificate of the assessed valuation of the
,.. Town of Renton .for the year 1950, as equalized and fixed by the County and State
Boards of Equalization, of $11,025.027.00, stating that all officials of taxing
districts authorized by law to levy taxes shall certify to the County Assessor, on
or before the second Monday in October in each year, the amount of taxes levied
upon the property within the boundary o.L the City, for city purposes, and asking
that the amounts for specific purpo-es, Current Expense and Bond Interest and Re—
demption be certified.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication be placed on file.
A communication was read from the Policy Committee, King County Public Utility
District Association, signed by M. G. Tennant, Chairman and 6 members of the
Committee, stating that, acting on suggestions made at the meeting of the Renton
City Council with the King County P.U.D., Association on September 21, 1950, that
the Renton Gity Council rescind their request that the City of Renton be withdrawn
from the proposed King County P.Q.D., Association for the following reasons: (1)
If the bond election scheduled for October 17th carried, the City would be per—
mitted to initiate proceedings ermitting it to acquire its own municipal dis—
tribution system for power, (25 This favorable vote would insure the elimination
of the city from the P.U.D. without jeopardizing the rights and privileges of the
citizens of Renton. (3) If the municipal system fails to receive favorable vote)
the citizens would be without voice or vote in the matter of P.U.D. Commissioners,
headquarters, etc., should Renton succeed in having the City of Renton eliminated
from the proposed district. Failure on the part of the City Council to protect the
... voters would bring censure on the Council. According to the communication, the
signers thereof believe it to be the duty and responsibility of the Council to re—
scind previous action in requesting the County Commissioners to eliminate Renton
from the proposed Public Utility District.
Councilman Reid reported that the hearing was to be held in the County City Build—
ing on the 28th and that the communicationuas received too late to consider.
Mayor Baxter stated that the Council had previously set a policy on the power
question and should go through with their plans.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the communication be placed on file. '
The City Clerk read an invoice from Cyclone Fence Division of American Steel & Wire
Company covering material and labor as per the contract on Liberty and Mothers
Park in the amount of $8416.28.
The Park Superintendent reported that he and the City Engineer had checked the
fence and back-stop and found that the Cyclone Fence Company did not paint the wire,
bent over a portion of the backstop at Liberty Park and that the surface covering
had chipped off, also that the installation was not quite complete and the Park Board
and himself recommended that payment of the invoice be delayed pending completion
of the work..
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommend- ~
ation of the Park Board and this invoice be referred to the Finance Committee.
Carried.
A communication was read from William F. Davis, City Insurance Representative en-
closing the annual audit on Anchor Casualty Company policy No. CLA 5045, a state-
ment of premium due in the amount of $5422.75 together with an itemized list of
property damage and public liability coverage complete.
The City Clerk explained that this adjustment was recommended to entitle the City
to full coverage in case of loss or damage.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Property Committee stated that his Committee re-
commended this adjustment to allow the City complete coverage. Councilman Freyman,
Chairman of the Finance Committee stated his committee also recommended this ad-
justment.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Property and Finance Committee. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, stating the Maint-
enance Division of the State Highway Department has indicated they are interested
in acquiring land adequate for construction of a small office with equipment and
storage sheeds and some yard space for the purpose of establishing a division branch
in Renton or vicinity. The City Engineer stated there would be certain advantages
in having a State Maintenance Branch in Renton, in event the City may wish to nego-
tiate with the State Highway Department to permit use of 6ity owned property for
the above use.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the Property
Committee and City Engineer for their recommendation and a report back next meeting.
Carried.
The City Engineer reported that there were sufficient signatures on the petition of
Arnold Weiding for rezoning from residential to commercial and also on the petitions
allowing the entire area from 3rd Avenue to Airport Way, 200 feet deep, to be re-
zoned from residential to commercial and recommended that the Council concur in
the Planning Commissionst recommendation to rezone both above areas from residential
to commercial.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recomm-
endation of the City Engineer and the Planning Commission and that both these re-
zoning requests be allowed. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the date-of October 21, 1950 be set
for the hearing on the above two rezoning petitions. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had received a communication from a candidate for State
Representative for this District, inquiring as to any problems the City of Renton
may have requiring the attention of the State Legislature when it convenes and �•
asking if the City Council would be interested in having a conference with him for
a discussion. Mayor Baxter stated that he had previously inquired as to his views on
obsolete laws that different cities of the State have to operate under and that the
letter was in answer to this inquiry.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that this communication be referred
to the Legislative Committee for their consideration and a report back. Carried.
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Mayor Baxter stated that the letter requested a future meeting date for a discussion
of the problems involved.
Councilman hichardson stated that Councilman Hagen should be informed as soon as
possible to contact these gentlemen and set a date for the meeting.
The Ordinance Committee presented Resolution No. 784, requesting the Federal Communi—
cation Commission to extend the broadcasting time of Station KXRN, located at 7th
Avenue North and Park Street, Renton. Moved by Bruce, seconded by "ichardson, that
the Council adopt Resolution No. 784. Carried.
Mr. Williams a representative of KXRN explained that a hearing would be held
November 17th in Washington with the Federal Communications Commission and their
lawyer had requested different leaders be contacted with the possibility of streng—
thening their case as this would entitle them to give 24 hours service. In case of
any emergency this would give Renton and vicinity better service. He requested copies
of the resolution so that same could be forwarded to their representative in Wash—
ington, D. C. to present with their petition to the Federal Communications Commi—
ssion.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had signed a Proclamation setting aside the 1st week
of October as National Handicap week.
Mr. W. J. Henry of the Renton Hill Community Club inquired as to Airport regulations,
or if any further regulations have been established to make it more safe for the
High School and the children, also the Hospital and patients therein, owing to the
fact that the hospital and high school are in the direct channel of flight when
planes land and take off from the airport.
Airport Manager Schneider stated to the Council and audience that the Civil Aero—
nautic Authority had revised the pattern set—up for plenes landing and taking
off from the Airport and this operation was directly under their control. That the
present pattern for take—offs to the South was to turn 150 to the right to avoid
passing over the hospital, allowing approximately three blocks to the West over
the high school. Small aircraft, when landing to the north, follow a pattern north
of the hospital and west of the school buildings. The C. A. A. has advised the
Airport Board & Manager to continue to operate with the above pattern set—up.
The Airport 2fa.nager answered Councilman Reid that the larger aircraft of a
military type having reversible propellers, whenever it was possible to do so, were
instructed to make their landings from North to South and take off from South to
North and that all landings otherwise were to be held to a minimum.
Mayor Baxter requested the Airport Manager draft a letter of explanation, to be
forwarded to the Renton Hill Community Club, R. 3, Renton, Washington.
The City Clerk asked the representatives of both papers, who were present, to see
that a similar explanation be published in the papers for the benefit of the public.
Mr. Dan Huntington asked for information as to the estimated assessment per pro—
perty owner for the proposed sewer line in Earlington.
Councilman Richardeon stated it was his opinion that a preliminary survey to give
the Earlington residents an estimate of the assessments for this proposed sewer
improvement would be too costly and also not accurate enough for the property
owners and was a duplication of work for the Engineering Department, but that the
regular procedure was very simple and in no way obligatory and outlined the regular
procedure for Mr. Huntington.
The City .Engineer informed Mr. Huntington that the present sewer system was
capable of handling the additional Earlington sewage.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was called
to Order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMA.N, HANSEN.. TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
A communication was read from Mrs. Dorothy Howard stating she had been given a
letter on request, from the Attorney General' s Office in Olympia. A copy of this
letter was included in Mrs. Howard's communication. The Attorney General informed
Mrs. Howard that the Attorney General's office is restricted in rendering official
opinions and advice and that such opinions and advice can only be given to State
Officials, Prosecuting Attorneys, etc., but in view of the situation as outlined,
he gave quotations as follows: In regard to the power of the City Council of
Renton to temporarily close a platted alley and to permit the abutting owners
to use the area of the alley way until such time as the property owners shall
duly request that the alley be improved, the Attorney General referred to Reming—
ton's Revised Statutes, relating to the vacation of alleys by incorporated cities
upon petition of the owners of more than two—thirds of the private property abutt—
ing on any such alley. The Attorney General stated that in the limited time avail—
able he had not found any cases relating to temporary closing of an alley way such
as Mrs. Howard indicated is contemplated, and distinguished from a final vacation
of the area as is provided in Section 9297, Supra., but advised it has been held
that there is no power to vacate a street for a fixed term of years for the benefit
of the abutters. Furthers the City has only such power to vacate streets and
alley ways as the legislature has delegated to it under section 9297, Remington's
revised statutes, it would appear, in his opinion, that the City would not have
the power.to close the alley temporarily in the manner as indicated, but could
only make a final vacation of the alley as in said section provided. In regard
to Mrs. Howard's inquiry as to whether both husband and wife must sign a petition,
the Attorney General informed Mrs. Howard that in any such vacation proceeding,
as to abutting property owned by husband and wife, the signature of the husband
as manager of the community would be sufficient. The Attorney General's Office
advised that the information was submitted to assist Mrs. Howard and the Renton
City Council in working out a solution to the problem involved.
Moved by I'Lichardson, seconded by Reid, that the above communication be referred
to the City Attorney. Carried.
Councilman Richardson informed Councilman Swift, Chairman of the Street and Alley
Committee that the City Engineer was checking the approaches of the Logan Street
Bridge to see if he could determine why the approaches of the bridge were not
level with the floor of the bridge.
Councilman Richardson informed Councilman Davidson that the Ordinance Committee
and the City Attorney were endeavoring to complete plans to call for bids on the
collection of garbage and they expected to bring the' Ordinance regarding same
before the Council in the near future.
Councilman Reid informed the Council that Gladding McBean had just purchased the
land surrounding and including Crystal Springs, but that it was his opinion that
they would be willing to cooperate with the City in this regard; that a represen—
tative of Gladding McBean was attending a convention in the East to determine if
there was anything further they could do to prevent spreading of dust from their
plant, that they are doing everything in their power to prevent the spreading of
dust.
'_'ouncilman Reid further stated that the lights in the Highlands were nearly com—
pleted; that the Engineer was having brackets altered to support the new lights
on 3rd Avenue.
Councilman Tamborini reported that the City Engineer and Street and Alley Committee
had been asked to investigate regarding an alley from Walla Walla to 4th Avenue
between Wells Street & Main Street.
The City Clerk stated that the City Engineer had contacted him in this regard and
that one of the owners was now in the hospital and they would not be able to
proceed until such time as this party was available.
Councilman Swift, Chairman of the Street & Alley Committees stated that his
Committee recommended that the Church of Christ be allowed to post direction signs
for their church providing they conform with City regulations, and with the
approval of. the City Engineer. Signs are not to be posted on City property, tele—
phone or light poles, but permission is to be obtained from the owners of the
building on which they wish to post said signs.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Riahardson, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation of the committee. Carried.
Chairman Swift of the Street and Alley Committee stated that it was his opinion
that the Council should notify this gentlemen of the Council's action and inform
him that when he is ready to act, he should contact the City Engineer.
Chairman Bruce of the Property Committee stated it was his opinion that all corpor—
ations and different business concerns, located inside the limits of the City of
Renton, should be required to obtain building permits as called for in the build—
ing code.
Moved by "'ichardson, seconded by Reid, that this problem be watched closely by
the Building Inspector. Carried.
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Mayor Baxter stated that in his opinion this should be made in the form of a motion
in case any corporation or firm wished to protest, as it might be construed that
new construction could be considered as maintenance and would not require a permit
from the City of Renton.
Councilman Tamborini, Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee reported that his
committee had met with the Maplewood Golf Club representatives and had been informed
that the Maplewood Golf Club is contemplating enlarging their dam and changing the
course of the road, thereby controlling the creek flood waters.
The Ways & Means Committee were granted more time on the matter of amending the City
Ordinance to require a 20 foot set—back for building permits issued on all arterial
streets and highways for all buildings, except in Fire Zone 1 and Park Street from
Bronson Way north to 6th Avenue North, as the Planning Commission would hold their
regular meeting on Wednesday evening, September 27th and the City Engineer would
meet with them to further discuss this problem.
The Ways and Means Committee recommended the necessary $3180.00 for the purchase
of the 10.6 acres on Renton Scenic Hill for a park, be taken from Cumulative Fund
Noi 1184., set aside for this purpose.
Moved by-Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ways & Means Committee and City Engineer and the Park Board, Mayor, City Clerk
and City Attorney negotiate for the purchase of this property. Carried.
Chairman Bruce of the Property Committee reported that his committee and the City
Engineer had investigated as to the feasibility of using a portion of the boiler
now located in the Building occupied by the Spider Staging Company, for improving
the heating system in the Library, and that after due consideration, the committee
had reached the conclusion that it was advisable and practicable to use a portion
of the boiler as above referred to, in converting the Library heating system from
coal to fuel oil heat.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Ways and Means Committee report
back at the next meeting as to the means of paying for improvement of the heating
system for the library. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that an authentic report had been obtained in regard to
purchasing the property on Earlington Mill for a park and that as the Finance
Committee and Park Board do not recommend the purchase oL' the property because they
consider it unsuitable for park purposes, that the Realty Company in charge of the
property be so notified.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Swift, that -the Council notify the Real Estate Company
in question that the City does not deem it feasible to purchase the property for
park purposes.
The City Treasurer reported that there would be a meeting of the Municipal Finance
Officers Association October 26th and 27th at Wenatchee and that she and the City
t'lerk would like approval of the Council to attend, and also that some of the
Councilmen might be able to attend this meeting.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Clerk, City Treasurer
and any Councilman who wished to attend be authorized to attend and allowed all
necessary expenses while attending the convention. Carried.
The Superintendent of Utilities stated that he would like to thank the Mayor,
Council, Officials and Department Heads for their cooperation during his employment
with the City of Renton, that he had enjoyed working for the City with all the City
Officials and Department Heads, that his associations had always been wholesome and
congenial, but that there were two issues he would like to see given consideration,
even though he would be severin, his connections with the City in the near future,
(1) As recommended by Mr. hobert L. Stockman, District Engineer, he would like to
see the privately owned land in the immediate vicinity of the Spring Brook Dam, for
which we are now negotiating be acquired by the City as soon as possible. (2) Also,
that the City should be looking ahead for a future potential water source and it
was his opinion that the Panther Lake Area, being a higher elevation, would be
worth consideration.
Councilman Reid stated that in his opinion the City should be looking ahead about
10 years and he considered the matter of a future water supply very important and
that the Fire & Water Committee should investigate this matter and also the matter
of purchasing the land above the-Spring Brook Dam.
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Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the Fire and Water Committee
investigate very thoroughly the matter of purchasing the land above the Snring Brook
Dam and also the possibility of utilizing Panther Lake as a future potential source
of water for the City of Renton and report back to the Council. Carried.
Mayor Baxter announced that there would be a meeting in regard to power question,
of the Mayors and Councilmen from different cities adjacent to Renton, in Enumclaw
on Wednesday evening, September 27th.
Also, that there would be a special hearing with the County Commissioners on the
subject of a King County P.U.D., in the County—City Building, Thursday, September
28th at 10:00 o'clock A.M. The Mayor further stated that at the Chamber of
Commerce meeting, Wednesday noon, September 27th, representatives from the Engineer—
ing firm who prepared the feasibility report regarding Ways and Means for the City .n.
of Renton to purchase and operate its light and power distributional system would
fully explain the report and answer all questions pertaining to same.
The City Clerk announced that the Council would meet at 8:00 o'clock P.M., each
evening, Monday, October 2nd through Friday, October 6th or until the final budget
is completed and passed, from the estimates contained in the preliminary budget.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:15 o'clock P. M.
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Renton, Washington
October 2, 1950
The special meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, SWIFT, FREDvM,, HANSEN) TRIA1M, REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND
DULLAHANT,
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk,
Wiley Crook; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon and City Engineer, James Highton.
This being a special meeting, as prescribed by State Law for the formulation and
adoption of the final budget from estimates of the preliminary budget, after con—
siderable discussion of Page 1, of the preliminary budget, item by item, moved by
Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that Page 1, be incorporated into the final budget
as it appears in the preliminary budget. The motion carried.
Page 2 was discussed but no action was taken on same.
After a full discussion on same, it was moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that
Page 3 be incorporated in the final budget, as it appears in the preliminary budget
with the exception that under budget controller, instead of extra labor, one
clerical assistant at the rate of $200.00 per month be inserted, with no change in
the amount for salary or other expenditure. The motion carried.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Freyman, that Page 4 be incorporated in the final
budget as it appears in the preliminary, with the exception that under Shop —
Special Work, that Shop Foreman be listed as Assistant Foreman with no change in
figures. The motion carried.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Tamborini, that Page 5 of the preliminary budget
be incorporated in the final budget, as it appears, with no changes. The motion
carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Davidson, that Page 6 of the preliminary budget be in—
corporated in the final budget, as it appears, with no changes. The motion carried.
Page 7, of the preliminary budget for the Police Department was fully discussed.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Hansen, that only one Identification Bureau Man
be allowed in the final budget at $308.00 per month, and the number of patrolmen
be changed to sixteen with payroll and pension figures changed accordinagly.
Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the arrangement for motorcycle patrol—
men be left unchanged. Carried.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Dullahant, that page 71 of the preliminary budget
be incorporated in the final budget after changes as authorized previously. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Davidson, that the meeting be recessed until
Tuesday, October 3, 1950 at 8:00 o'clock P.M. Carried. The meeting recessed at
10:30 o'clock P.M.
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October 3, 1950
The recessed meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter,
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURF.NTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Officials and Department Heads present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Assis—
tant City Attorney, Girard �'hellan; Police Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, ,...
Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook, City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett, Park
Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack Schneider and Building Inspector,
Walter Will.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the minutes of September 25th be approved
as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
N0, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2261 800.00 K. Malkawa 238 N. Wells coal stoker
2 200.,00 Mrs. Delaurenti 3rd N. & Williams wiring service
3 75.00 Miss Misulen 508 Tobin St. rewire for range
4 250.00 Charles Burnett 622 G Place erect carport
5 15.00 Wm. Hoyt 220 Park Avenue level porch
6 J. P. Kelleher 810 Riverside Drive install plumbing
7 25.00 Joe H. Haxter 401 Park Avenue replace sills
8 60.00 Gordon W. Baker 2219 6th Place rewire for heater
9 Louis Johnson 251 Factory St. install oil tank
2270 660.00 Edwin Novack 2209 9th Place install furnace
1 900.75 Texaco Oil Co. 3rd & Smithers install tanks
2 3000.00 Stoneway Dock Co. Maple Valley Road addition to bldg.
3 J. M. Stewart 550 E. Street install floor furn.
4 Perey Woodworth 112 3rd Ave. connect to PSP&L.
5 200.00 Steiners Cafe Bronson Way rewire kitchen ..,r,
6 900,00 Paul Romstad 2209 6th Place erect garage
7 35,000.00 Philip Strelinger 605 Spring St. erect bldg.
I 8 100.00 Anton Dime 321 Williams St. erect canopy
9 500.00 Adam Donway 231 S. 138th erect garage
80 Nazarene Church Corner, 3rd N.& Wells connect sprinkler
1 45.00 E. C. McLachlin 2215 6th Ave. N. wire fortank
2 500.00 Oscar S. Johnson 815 B. Street build basement
3 500.00 Kenneth L. Degeberg 704 A. .Street build garage
4 50.00 W. E. Fisler 420 Cedar St. Build stairs
I 5 400,00 W. 0. Schram 313 Main remodel room
6 100.00 Alvin Fuller 116 Wells rebuild stairs
7 100.00 Ben Lindgren 129 N. Wells repair foundation
8 100.00 George Andler 510 Burnett St. rewire for range
9 WarrenHand2208 6th Ave. N. remodel room
90 100.00 Tom Edwardo 316 N. Williams rewire for range
.1 200.00 Umberto Barei 230 Wells St. repair house
2 25.00 W. F. Bennett 909f Walla Walla build bulkhead
3 75.00 Gladys Perry 807 A. Street construct driveway
4 200.00 P.M. Lande 803 D. St, erect garage
2228 4000.00 A.H. Rutherford & Sons Airport erect hangar
A communication from Jack Schneider, Airport Manager to W. J. Henry, Route 3,
Renton, was read in re;;ard to airplane traffic patterns at the Renton Airport, ex—
plaining the planning behind the a doption of these patterns, especially as con—
cerns take—offs to the south and landing to the north, that an extensive survey
was made by the Airport Manager and Flight Operators on the field in conjunction
with the C.A.A., to arrive at the pattern they follow. In take—offs to the south,
after passing the field boundary, aircraft turn approximately 15 degrees to the
right to avoid passing over the Hospital, positioning them almost three blocks west
of the High School building. Small aircraft in the traffic pattern for landing to
the north have enough altitude to make a safe landing at the Airport. Their base
leg is close to the field enabling pilots to start final turn and roll out for
approach, north of the Hospital and also to the West of the School Buildings. The
communication further stated that the Air Forces are cooperating to the utmost of
their ability.
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Mayor Baxter ordered the communication placed on file.
A petition was read from Carl F. Cooks, requesting permission to install a flood-
light on the telephone pole in front of the Allen's Pet Shop at 3rd & Rainier to
illuminate the Chevron Service Station across the street. Jay Holmes will do the
wiring under supervision of the Puget Sound tower & Light Company and in compliance
with all City regulations.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that this be turned over to the Street
and Alley `'ommittee and Power & Light Committee, with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from the Executive Committee of the Highlands P.T.A., signed
by Ruth Pfieffer, Secretary, requesting that as a precaution for the first grade
... children, that a school sign be erected at the corner of 7th and E. Street, due to
the heavy traffic between the Administration Building, located next door to the
school. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the Street
and Alley Committee and Chief of Police with power to act.
The Chief of Police reported that his department had investigated this problem &
found that a school sign was necessary and that such a sign would be posted after
Council approval. The motion carried.
A communication was read from Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police, stating that on in-
vestigation, it was determined that the pedestrian crossing signals on 2nd Avenue
in front of the High School should be relocated. An estimate was given as follows:
LABOR AND MATERIAL MOVING SIGNALS AND REHANGING 150.00
P.S.P. & L. CO. SET TWO POLES AND GUY SAME. IF NEEDED ...... 110.00
ESTIMATED TOTAL COST .... ...... 260.00
The Chief of Police explained that it was his opinion that these lights would have
to be moved to avoid the automobile traffic crossing the pedestrian crosswalks at the
same time the students were crossing.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this matter be r eferred to the Light &
Power Committee and Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer with power to act.
Carried.
A communication to Mayor Joe R. Baxter from Don Humble, Executive Director of the
City of Renton Housing Authority was read stating that representatives of the Housing
Authority had recently held a joint meeting with the City Council and the Mayor's
Advisory Committee on the disposition of War Housing regarding the new law on housing
disposition as embodied in Title II of the Housing Act of 1950. Subsequently the
Authority supplied the City and the Mayor's Committee with an outline of the new
housing disposition law as it is related totiar housing in Renton. The first problem,
under the new law is the re-classification by the Administrator of the demountable
housing in the Renton Highlands as either temporary or permanent housing; that the
law provides that the Administrator consult with the local community before making
this re-determination. Mr. Humble was instructed by the Board of Commissioners of
the Housing Authority to inform the Mayor, Council and Council Committee that the
Board, after a great deal of study, recommended that the Council use its influence
in any consultations regarding re-classification of the demountable housing to
temporary housing in the Renton Highlands. The Board is of the opinion that the
ultimate interest of the City of Renton would be best served by such re-classifi-
cation. He further states that the law provides for re-classification of demountable
was housing prior to December 31, 1950.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Bruce, that the communication be placed on file until
a report is received from the Mayor's Advisory Committee, Carried.
The City Clerk read a letter from A. A. Tremper, County Treasurer, stating that
assessments delinquent for the year 1944 and prior years against the property for
Commercial Waterways No. 21 will be included in tax foreclosure within the near
future.
The City Clerk reported that there was no record that previous statements for such
assessments had been received in the City Clerk's Office.
The City Engineer was granted more time to make a full report to the Council on
such assessments.
Chairman Richardson of the Ordinance Committee introduced proposed Ordinance No.
1384 relatinz to and regulating traffic and travel upon Burnett Street; designating
and determing one-way street and the proper marking thereof; providing penalties
for violation and repealing other Ordinances inso far as they are in conflict
therewith. That portion of Burnett Street lying westerly of the Northern Pacific
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Railway right-of-way, between Second Avenue and Tobin Avenue in the City of Renton
is determined and designed to be a one-way street for north bound traffic and
travel only; and such one-way street to be so marked as above designated. That it
is unlawful to operate vehicles on such designated one-way street, except in a
north bound direction; excepting Police, Fire and other vehicles to be used in
emergencies. Violators of the provisions of the Ordinance will be charged with the
Commission of a misdemeanor.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that proposed Ordinance No. 1384 be re-
ferred back to the Ordinance Committee for consideration and recommendation.
Carried.
The Ordinance Oommittee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1384 and re-
commended that same be adopted.
The City Engineer was instructed to post signs instructing the public that this
street, as outlined in the Ordinance, is a one-way street. Moved by Trimm,
seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the Ordinance
Committee and that Proposed Ordinance No. 1384 be placed on its second and final
reading.
Councilman Swift informed the Council that the original petition for the passage
of subject Ordinance had been recommended and requested by all of the property
owners on said street and stated that the Street and Alley Committee favored grant-
ing the petition because the north westerly portion of the street designated was
only wide enough for one lane of traffic, and although there might be considerable
traffic at times from the R.P. Hall north and westerly to Logan Street that might
be slowed up by the Boeing Traffic at certain hours, it would be a lot safer for
all concerned under the arrangements provided for in the Ordinance than it is at
the present time. The motion carried.
After the second and final reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1384, a motion was
made by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt proposed Ordinance
No. 1384 as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, Aye,, Swift,
Aye, Bruce, No; Freyman, No; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye;
Davidson, Aye; Tamborini, No and Dullahant, Aye. There being 9 Aye's and 3 No's •••
the motion carried.
Mr. Barei introduced Bruce Bartley who gave an explanation in regard to the
Cedar River Housing Project stating that the same will remain under jurisdiction
of the Federal Housing Authority until July, 1951, at which time the Federal Law
commences the vacation of that property by not re-leasing any of the apartments
that become vacant after July 1, 1951. After July 1, 1952, structures will be
torn down under this law. These homes were built under the lanham Act. Action
could be taken, according to Mr. Bartley, to allow the owner of the property to
improve the buildings thereon. Mr. Bartley further stated that he wished to make
a positive statement that the local Federal Housing Authority can not acquire this
property, despite the fact that Mr. Houser, Attorney for the local Housing Author-
ity disagreed with his interpretation of the law on this point. Mr. Bartley
further stated that two inquiries had been made by the Renton Housing Authority,
through the Seattle Federal Housing Authority to the National Headquarters of the
Housing Authority at Washington, D. C, and that both inquiries had been answered
by the Federal Housing Authority at Washington, D. C., that under existing law,
the local Housing Authority could not acquire the property at Cedar River Park
and that the only way for the local Housing Authority to acquire the subject pro-
perty would be -by an Act of Congress altering the present Federal Law in regard
to same.
In answer to Councilman Bruce's inquiry, Mr. Bartley stated that he was not sure
that the Housing Authority properties were held in abeyance since the beginning
of the Korean War, but that he had quoted Federtrl Law as it is in operation at
the present time, to the best of his knowledge and belief, That the responsi-
bility of disposing of property in charge of Housing Authorities was referred
back to local political subdivisions of the Government such as cities, counties
and states for their recommendation in regard to the disposition of same. Moved
by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that a meeting be arranged for with Mr.
Barei and his representatives with the Mayor and the City Council, the Mayor's
Advisory Committee, The City Attorney and representatives from the Housing
Authority and that a date for the proposed meeting be set later and that all con-
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be notified of the proposed meeting. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini stated, in reference to the previous motion, that as Mr.
Bartley, Mr. Barei's representative and the Engineer and Architect were present
at this meeting a date for this proposed meeting be arranged for in the near future.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that a meeting date of the above committee
be arranged for within the next 30 days. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess, Mayor Joe R. Baxter called
the meeting to order.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FRF.YI,LAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMMI
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Councilman Swift reported that his committee had met with Mr. Chatterton of the
Pacific Car and Foundry Company in regard to the usage of the Renton Streets by the
tanks being built by the Pacific Car and Foundry Company and taken upon the hill to
the old M-4 test track for test purposes. The committee agreed that the City
Engineer and Mr. Chatterton should survey the route which the tanks will use and
that the letter, as received by the Council from Mr. Chatterton would serve as their
assurance that the Pacific Car and Foundry Company will work in cooperation with
the City and that any d amage will be taken care of by them.
In regard to the other model tanks that are being taken to the lake for testing,
Mr. Lawrence of the Pacific Car and Foundry Company will submit a similar letter
to the Council requesting permission from the Council for the use of certain
streets and areas in testing another type of tank and stating they will repair any
damage caused by the tanks; that bots, of these letters would be binding on the part
of Pacific Car and Foundry Company.
Councilman Richardson recommended that the letter be placed on file for future
reference.
Councilman Swift stated that the Engineering Department had been instructed to
black top the area in back of the City Hall previously, and lay out a sketch
utilizing the area to allow parking for as many cars as possible. The City Engineer
informed the Council that he understood the west g feet had been cbdicated to the
City for alley purposes. Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the City
Engineer bring in a report in regard to the parking area in the rear of the
Building. Carried.
Councilman Hagen reported that his committee had studied the reco=. ...endation of
the Executive Committee of the Association of Valley Cities in regard to in—
creasing the maximum compensation on which an employee and the city contribute
from ��300.00 per month to $400.00 per month and they recommended that owing to
the fact that the budget had been previously set up and that it would not be feas—
ible to increase the amount allotted for pensions, in the budget, that the committee
was not in favor of this increase. In regard to allowing members who are retired
on a service pension to work for compensation for anyone except a member city
without having their pension suspended., that as long as this was in no way an ex—
pense to the City, and an aid to the person eligible for a city pension, that they
were in favor of not suspending said pension.
The City Clerk reported that he had visited Mr. Bott, Executive Secretary of the
Statewide Gity Employees Retirement System at Tacoma and in his opinion, in the
matter of those employees who draw over $300.00 per month, as the cities had to
post matching pension sums for this retirement, that this helped those in the
higher bra(tket, but did not help those employees in the lower bracket that needed
help, and they did not recommend this change, but they did recommend that City
employee's pensions not be suspended while working for anyone, except a member
city.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by- Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Legislative Committee. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini reported that his committee recommended that the means for
Payment of the Library heating improvement be made from the Library Fund Outlay.
Councilman Bruce stated that it was the plan of the Head Librarian and the Library
Board, that when the present janitor retired in January, that if a conversion to
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oil for fuel was made in their heating system, that they could manage with a part
time janitor and thereby avoid paying a full time janitor, that the Library em-
ployees would be able to watch the oil furnace.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Ilays and Means Committee.
Councilman Bruce reported that the Property Committee had investigated the heating
system at the Library with the Heating Engineer and the City Engineer and they
recommended this conversion be made in the heating system as it would be a definite
saving in time and labor. The motion carried.
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The City Clerk stated that the money was authorized by the Council in the Library
Budget for 1949 and that the Library Board has authority to use the money appro-
priated by the budget when it is deemed necessary and practical to do so, but that
they desired the approval of the Council in converting their heating plant from
coal to oil heating.
The City Engineer informed the Council that there would be no purchases over
$500.00 for the installation of the new heating system in the City garage.
The City Attorney informed the Council that if the heating system was installed
as planned, the City would not have to call for bids.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the City Engineer proceed with the
work on the City Garage heating system and that same be paid for from Cumulative
Fund No. 1182. Carried.
The City Clerk read the motion from previous minutes regarding investigation of
the feasibility of improving the heating system in the Library by converting the
heating system from coal to oil and that the matter had been referred to the Ways
and Means Committee to find a means of payment, but there had been no motion
authorizing the work to be done.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dela.urenti, that the City Engineer proceed with the
conversion of the Library furnace from coal to oil heat.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Richardson, that the oil burner the Heating
Engineer recommended was a Diesel Oil Burner, that this type of burner is a little
more expensive than fuel oil, but that it was a lot safer.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, No; Swift,
Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, No; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, No;
Davidson, Aye; Tamborini, Aye and Dull.ahant, No. There being 8 Aye's and 4 No's,
the motion carried.
Councilman Swift reported there had been some question as to the disposition of
sewage on the airfield; that tests had been made of the percolation in regard to
the use of Septic tanks but that the tests were not satisfactory.
Mayor Baxter stated that this was a matter for the Airport Board.
The Airport Manager stated that the Engineering Department had conducted tests
all last week but that this matter had not been brought before the Airport Board
as yet. The City Engineer reported that he was familiar with the progress of this
problem and that he would report on same to the Airport Board. Councilman Swift
reported that the Boeing Airplane Company had not indicated that money contem-
plated to be spent on a septic tank installation would be transferred to a sewer
installation and that he could not make any statements in behalf of the Boeing
Airplane Company.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the Airport
Board and City Engineer for a report back. Carried.
Councilman Dullahant requested that a committee make an investigation in regard
to time accumulated by employees of the different City Departments and also to
report as to whether lunch time, coffee time, arrival and departure time were being
improperly used.
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Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Dallahant, that this matter be referred to the
Public Relations Committee with the Mayor, to contact all Department Heads and
report back. Carried.
Councilman Bruce reported that the Property Committee had met with the Veteran's
Air Service, the Airport Manager, Airport Board and City Attorney and that the
decision was that the Airport Board had done everything possible to satisfy the com-
plaints of the Veteran's Air Service and were willing to pave the strip to the South
of their building if they so desired.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
... The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
CURRENT
Claims " 630.45 8451-8458
Payroll it 8575.02 59- 8536
Claim " 60.60 8537
Payroll if 38.E+3 8538
Claim It
753.00 39-8551
WATER
Claim " 2284.09 8142-8143
Payroll is 2305.09 81/1,4- 159
Claim it 369.13 8160
CITY STREETS
Claim '' 66.81 5806-5807
Payroll " 1392.30 5808-5823
Claim " 587.00 5824-5827
Payroll King County Medical 52.00 5828
SEWER DISPOSAL
Claim if 50.63 1967
Payroll if 713.68 1968-1978
AIRPORT
Claim it 3.99 1001-1002
Payroll if 1435.42 1003-1007
Claim it 2.28 1008
Payroll King County Medical 10.75 1009
ATHLETIC
Payroll " 778.00 543-546
PARK
Claim " 6666.28 1466
Payroll " 553.88 1467-1473
LIBRARY
Payroll Pension 1000.00 2186
Claims 410.62 2187-2197
Payroll King County Medical 10.50 98
CUM 1183
Payroll it 495.67 327-331
MOTHERS PARK MID
Claim " 1750.00 201
FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND
Claim 250.00 38-39
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting recess until 2uesday,
October 4th at 8:00 o'clock P.M. Carried. The meeting recessed at 10:15 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
October 4, 1950
The recessed meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 7:00 o'clock P.M.
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ROLL CALL: FREYMAN, HANSEN, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND REID.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Wiley Crook, City Clerk, Dorothea
Gossett, City Treasurer.
There not being a quorum of Councilmen present, some of the Councilmen absent
were called by phone and stated they could not attend because of sickness
and some could not attend for other unpreventable causes.
Upon the advice of City Attorney Haugan that due to a lack of quorum, the
Mayor and Councilmen present could legally decide to defer or recess the
recessed meeting until Thursday,LOctober 5th at 7:00 o'clock P.M., it was
moved by Tamborini, seconded by ullahant, that the meeting adjourn until
Thursday, October 5th at 7:00 o'clock P.M.
The City Clerk was instructed to notify the Councilmen as to this change.
The motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Washington
October 5, 1950
The recessed meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 7:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, TAMBORINI, RICHARDSON, HAGEN, HANSEN, DULI.AHANT, DAVIDSON,
REID, FREYMAN AND SWIFT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESE14T WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan, City
Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; Vincent Steuart, Police Chief;
Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Super—
intendent and Jack Schneider, Airport Manager.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Richardson, that Page 2 of the Preliminary Budget,
the City Attorney's estimated expenditures for the different funds, as outlined in
their budget be approved and incorporated into the final budget. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that Page 8 of the Preliminary Budget
be approved, with the exception that the number of employees be listed as one
opposite the item, two and three year men, no change in figures. Carried.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Davidson, that the motion in regard to changing the
figures of the Preliminary Budget on Page 7 allowing only one Identification Bureau
man, as made and passed at the October 2 1950 meeting, be rescinded. Upon a roll
call vote the result was as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Tamborini, Aye; Richardson,
Aye; Swift, No; Reid, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Dullahant, No; Davidson, Aye
and Freyman, No. There being 7 Aye's and 3 No's, the motion carried.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Davidson, that Page 7 of the Preliminary budget be
corrected to read, one Bureau of Identification man, full time at $308.00 per month,
and one Bureau of Identification man half time at $308.00 per month and fifteen
patrolmen full time and one patrolman half time. Wages to be as per patrolmen's
rate and no other changes made in Page 7.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Dullahant, seconded by Davidson, that Page 7, of the
Preliminary Budget be incorporated into the Final Budget, with the above correction.
Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that Page 9, as it appears in the
Preliminary Budget, be incorporated into the Final Budget. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that Page 10 of the Preliminary Budget
be incorporated into the Final Budget with the exception that the part time janitor's
salary be changed from $1620.00 per year to $1000.00 per year and that the hourly
pay for same be left to the discretion of the librarian, and that the necessary
change in pension and retirement fund be made. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that Page 11 of the Preliminary Budget
be incorporated into the Final Budget after the following change, the crew boss
be given a rate of $1.57 per hour, no change in figures. Carried.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Tamborini, that Page 12 of the Preliminary Budget be
incorporated into the Final Budget. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that Page 13 of the Preliminary Budget
be incorporated into the Final Budget. Carried.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Richardson, that Page 14 of the Preliminary Budget
be incorporated into the Final Budget. Carried.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Tamborini, that Page 15 of the Preliminary Budget be
incorporated into the Final Budget with the change of Street Cleaning driver,
part time, be changed to Street Department driver, part time. Carried.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Richardson, that Page 16 of the Preliminary Budget
be incorporated into the Final Budget. Carried.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Richardson, that Page 17 of the Preliminary Budget be
incorporated into the Final Budget. Carried.
SUMMARY OF PAGE 17 OF THE FINAL BUDGET READS AS FOLLOWS:
Salary and wages . ..... ....... .... ..... .......... 463,485.00
Maintenance and operation ....................... 190,246.02
Outlay (including Cumulative Funds) .... . ......... 108,117.00
Bond and interest payments..... .... ...0... ..... . 20.725.00
TOTAL FINAL BUDGET.................. 728,573.02
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that pages 18, 19, 20 and 21 of the
Preliminary Budget, which are a resume of estimated receipts, Tax Levies and
Surplus be corrected to read as follows:
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Estimated Surplus..............0... .............. 162,942.62
Estimated Receipts, other than taxes..... ... . ..... 454,255.00
Estimated Taxes....... ........................... 165075.40
TOTAL SUM OF FINAL RECEIPTS.......... 728,573.02
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Moved by Hagen, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned. The Motion
carried. The meeting adjourned at 10:30 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Washington
October 10, 1950
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor
Joe R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CULL: DELAU RENTI, RICHARDSON, SWI}l, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, TA.MBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Assistant City
Attorney, Girard Shellan; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; Assistant Police Chief,
Angelo Busato; Fire Chief, Floyd. Lawrence; City Engineer, James Highton, Airport
Manager, Jack Schneider; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon and Building Inspector,
`14alter Will.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamboriri, that the minutes of the recessed meeting
or October 3rd be approved as written. Carried.
The City Clerk read the minutes of the special meetings of October 2nd, 4th and 5th.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the special meetings of October
2nd, 4th and 5th be approved as read. Carried.
A communication was read from the United Mine Workers of America, Dist #10, signed
by Sam Nicolls, President, requesting that the Renton City Council reconsider their
action regarding the conversion of the heating system at the City Library, and other
buildings under their jurisdiction from coal to oil, in behalf of their mem-bers
who are taxpayers.
Mayor Baxter, with the approval of the Council members, ordered the communication
filed.
A communication was read from Lois E. Blakes, Secretary of the Maple Valley—Hobart
Local #446, of the Farmer's Union, informing the Mayor and Council that they are
opposed to their plan of dividing the County into small municipal power districts
and that they favor the formation of a signle Public Utility District.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Dullahant, that this be referred to the Power Committee.
Carried.
A communication was read from Renton Highlands Community Club, signed by Mrs. Enright
a, Lorenz, Secretary, requesting the City-Park Board make some improvement in the
play area and the four acres of land bordering Renton Highlands on the `'outh, which
is Renton City property, deeded to parks. They request a letter stating what the
Park Board will do to aid in making improvements.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the Park Board
for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Opal Chadwick, Secretary, Renton Central Labor
Council, requesting an answer to the following questions: (1) Can, the City of
Renton sign labor contracts? (2) If so, is the Council of the opinion that the City
of Renton would sign such a contract for the workers under a Municipal Power System?
They request an answer as soon as possible.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Council as a
whole, the Mayor and City A�torney and that a meeting be arranged with the re—
presentatives of the Central Labor Council, to discuss these questions. Carried.
A communication was read from Opal Chadwick, Secretary, Renton Central Labor
�• Council requesting such action as necessary to prohibit planes flying over the
schools in take—off or landings on the Renton Airport.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that this matter be referred to the
Airport Board and Airport Manager to inform the members what action has been taken
in regard to the planes taking off and landing on the Renton Airport. Carried.
A statement in the amount of $175.00 from Emil E. Palmquist, M. D. Director of
Public Health was read.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this be referred to the Finance
Committee with power to act. Carried.
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A statement in the amount of 9245.33 from Holmes Electric Company, was read,
covering the rewiring of the Sweet Center building in Liberty Park, now being
occupied by Jenny Flysick.
Councilman Bruce stated that Mr. Holmes of the Holmes Electric Company had been re—
quested to do this rewiring and they had consulted the Power Company representatives
and it was agreed that the present wiring was inadequate and they recommend that
certain changes be made in the wiring as a safety measure.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that this be referred to the Property
Committee and Finance Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from King County Public Utility District Association,
signed by Lillian Spear, Secretary requesting permission to use a sound truck on
the streets of Renton on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, October 12th,. 13th and 16th.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that this be referred to the Police
and License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Edmund Cross of the Cross Radio and Sound Service,
requesting permission to use a sound truck on the streets of Renton for the Special
Election on the 17th of October, for the City Light Campaign. Moved by Tamborini,
seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Police and License Committee
and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Pacific Car & Foundry Company, signed by Alex Thomson,
Chief Engineer, requesting :permission to use the city streets in transporting
amphibious evhicles to Lake `,'ashington for testing purposes. They request an early
reply.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the Council write a letter to Mr. A.
Thomson, Chief Engineer at the Pacific Car and Foundry Company acknowledging their
request and explaining that if they were allowed permission to travel on and across
the streets mentioned that they would be liable and would be required to repair any
damage to the surface of the streets caused by transporting amphibious vehicles to
Lake Washington for test purposes. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called
to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURFINTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HPISEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, TAPBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
A communication was read, signed by Mrs. Dorothy Howard., stating the Renton High—
lands Community Club wished the letter, sent to the Police Department, be read
to the Mayor and Councilmen tonight.
The City Clerk read the communication signed by Mrs. Enright Lorenz, Secretary of
the Renton Highlands Community Club, requesting the Police Department to enforce
a ruling that large trucks using the Sunset Highway to reach the Shopping Center
at the Highlands, should be forced to observe the speed limits, as required by
State Law and City Ordinances and they be advised regarding action of the Council
regarding same.
The City Clerk read a communication, signed by Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police,
in answer to the above letter, stating that there is no Renton Ordinance pro—
hibiting the use of above street by trucks, except logging trucks, (due to their
length and weight;) That they are making every possible effort to enforce the speed
limit on Highlands streets and that their desire is to reduce speeding to an
absolute minimum in the Renton Highlands.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that this matter be referred to the Street &
Alley Committee and Police Department to investigate and report back to the ri
Council. , Carried.
Councilman Richardson, Chairman of the Ordinance Committee reported that his
Committee had two Ordinances to present.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1385 as presented by the Ordinance
Committee, that the 1951 budget be ratified and adopted as the budget,under
certain classifications; that a copy be transmitted to the office of the State
Auditor of Washington, Division of Municipal Corporations.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that proposed Ordinance No. 1385 be referred
back to the Ordinance Committee for consideration and a report back. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1 386 as presented by the Ordinance
Committee, fixing the amount of tax levies necessary to meet the amount of estimated
expenses for the ,year of 1951 less the total estimated revenues from sources other
than taxation, including available surplus and stating that a copy of this Ordinance
should be furnished to the King County Uommissioners as provided by law.
The City Clerk stated that according to State Law, a city cannot levy more than
15 mills and that most cities utilize the full amount of mills allowed.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that proposed Ordinance No. 1386 be referred
to the Ordinance Committee for consideration and a report back. Carried.
The City Clerk reminded the Mayor, Councilmen and Department heads present, of the
Regional meeting of the Association of Valley Cities at Fircrest on the 13th of
October and at Bothell on the 19th of October.
Councilman Richardson reported that he had furnished each of the Councilmen with a
copy of a proposed Ordinance of garbage collection and disposal for study and re—
quested that his committee meet with the Sanitation Committee on Monday evening at
7:00 o'clock P.M., in the Council Chambers, and that the City Clerk be requested
to remind both committees of this meeting.
Councilman Richardson stated that Mr. Walls, representative of Lake Shore Lines
requested a meeting; with the Police &. License Committee as there were certain matters
they would like to discuss with them.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that he would make arrangements for his committee to
meet with Mr. Walls of the Lake Shore Lines.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 10:20 P.M.
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October 17, 1950
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 olclock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT) BRUCE, FREYIAAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REI0, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Department Heads Present were: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Police Chief, Vincent
Stewart; Fire Ghief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Engineer,
James Highton; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon and Budget Controller, David Pugh.
Moved by Richardson., seconded by Tamborini, that the minutes of the meeting of
October 10, 1950 be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
N0, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2295 250.00 L. A. Perret 661 G Street erect fence
6 35.00 W. R. Bryner 304 N. Burnett rewire 'House
7 100.00 Dan McGovern 910 3rd Ave. remodel house
8 200.00 A. W. Boyung 2124 8th Place install furnace
9 300.00 Custer Hardware 230 Wells St, repair bldg. floor
2300 350.00 `Wm. C. Brunette 2230 9th Place erect garage
1 40,000.00 Pac. Car & Foundry 4th & Factory new steel shed
2 Stoneway Dock Maple Valley Road install plumbing
3 100.00 W. Isatalo 1068 G Street wire for range
4 250.00 Mrs. E. Anderson 1539 Marion Ave. erect garage
5 I. Laush 3430 S. 120th St. install plumbing
6 15.00 A. Raduenz 2110 7th Ave. install tank
7 11100.00 John Newson Shattuck St. complete building
8 50.00 Anton Kalis 508 Cedar St, break curb
9 300.00 George Ozbold 81 Williams St. Convert furnace
10 100.00 0, Querry 509 Walla Walla install wiring
1 600.00 Rachel Cardani 428 Shattuck remodel house
2 400.00 R. E. Brown 2019 8th Ave. North build garage
3 Evelyn Tonkin 108 'dells install oil burner
4 Lee Gotti 815 High St. install furnace
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the communication from the United
Mine Workers of America that was read last meeting be answered and an explanation
given as to the reason for the Council' s action regarding the problem under dis-
cussion. Carried.
A communication was read from Frank R. Vaise Post No. 1263, Veterans of Foreign
Wars, signed by James Coombs, Senior Vice Commander requesting a dance permit for
Saturday, November 11, 1950 at the American Legion Hall. A check in the amount
of 41.00 was enclosed to cover the license fee; the Veterans of Foreign Wars re-
quested immediate action.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the request for a dance permit for
the enclosed fee be granted to the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Carried.
A communication was received from the Renton District Girl Scout Chairman, Mrs.
C. E. McCarthy requesting permission to build an out-of-doors fireplace within
one of Renton' s City Parks, if in Jones Park a small fireplace could be built
or if in Liberty Park a shelter containing a fireplace could be built. Mrs. Mc-
Carthy suggested that a committee be appointed consisting of one City Official,
one member of the Park Board and a representative from the service grous top *^*�
meet with her to discuss the suggestion submitted. Moved by Reid, seconded by
Trimm, that this be referred to the Park Board, and the City Property Committee.
Mrs. McCarthy be so notified. Carried.
A communication was read from Mrs. Dorothy Howard requesting Council comment and
action on the letter which she had received from Attorney General Smith Troyes
Office that was read before the City Council on the 25th of September and referred
to the City Attorney for a report back to the Council regarding same.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hagen, that this communication be referred to the City
Attorney for his comments and his interpretation of same. Carried.
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A communication was read from the Renton Highlands Community Club, signed by Mrs.
Enright A. Lorenz, Secretary, requesting a meeting with the City Attorney, the Law
and Ordinance Committee and a committee appointed by the Presidnet of the Renton
Highlands Community Club to discuss the proposed garbage ordinance. They request
notification of meeting date of said meeting.
Councilman Tamborini recommended that this be referred to the Ordinance and Sani-
tation Committee to make arrangements to meet with this committee.
6ouncilman Richardson, Chairman of the Ordinance Committee stated that his Committee
had already met with the Sanitation Committee with regard to the proposed garbage
ordinance and that in his opinion the committee appointed by the Renton Highlands
Community Club should be notified of the time the Ordinance is introduced and read
before the Council and at that time members of the Renton Highlands Community Club
Committee could state any objections they care to at this meeting.
Councilman Richardson requested that a letter be forwarded to the Renton Highlands
Community Club informing their members that they will be notified when this pro-
posed ordinance is to be read before the Council.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 775-A, rescinding and repealing a
portion of Resolution No. 775.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 775--A as read. Carried.
A petition was read from the Lake Shore Lines, Inc., signed by F. A. Grabner, General
Manager, requesting immediate revision of tariffs now in effect, to enable the
Company to continue in operation and to furnish service now in effect in the City
of Renton.
Councilman Tamborini reported that Mayor Baxter, several Councilmen and members of
the Police & License Committee had met with Mr. Walls of the Lake Shore Lines and
that Chairman Delaurenti of the Police & License Committee requested that he be
permitted to make a full report at the next Council meeting on Lake Shore Line's re-
quest.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred to
the Police & License Committee for a report back next meeting. Carried.
The City Clerk read the Notice of Public Hearing on the petition for rezoning
from residential to commercial, the property from "Third Avenue to Airport Way, and
to the east boundary of the Black River Channel, or 200' whichever is greater" and
the property described as "Ideiding property, a portion of the NE-41 of Section 8,
TWP, R5E, WWI.
There being no written protests or verbal objections to these two petitions for re-
zoning, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Ordinance Committee
& City Attorney be instructed to draw-up an ordinance authorizing the rezoning of
these two properties. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed ordinance No. 1385 which had been referred to the
ordinance Committee for their recommendation, that the 1951 budget be ratified and
adopted as the budget, under certain classifications; that a copy be transmitted
to the office of the State Auditor of Washington, Division of Municipal Corporations.
Councilman Richardson, Chairman of the Ordinance Committee reported that the
majority of the Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No, 1385.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the majority of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1385 be
placed on its second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1385 be accepted as read.
A roll call vote was taken. All Councilmen present voting aye, the motion carried
unanimously.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1386 which had been referred to the
Ordinance Committee for their recommendation, fixing the amount of tax levies
necessary to meet the amount of estimated expenses for the year of 1951 less the
total estimated revenues from sources other than taxation, including available
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surplus and stating that a copy of this Ordinance should be furnished to the King
County Commissioners as provided by law.
Councilman Richardson, Chairman of the Ordinance Committee reported that the
majority of the Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No.
1386.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the recommendation of
the majority of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1386 be
placed on its second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1386 be accepted as read. Carried.
A roll call vote was taken. All Councilmen present voting aye, the motion carried
unanimously.
Chairman Richardson of the Law & Ordinance Committee stated that he would like to
present proposed Resolution No. 785 as a precautionary safety feature in line with
the today's election, with the anticipated acceptance by the City of Renton of
Municipal Power, that would be required to authorize the City of Renton to engage
in condemnation proceedings against Puget Sound Power & Light Company.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the proposed Resolution be read. Carried.
The City lerk read proposed Resolution No. 785 authorizing suit and legal pro-
ceedings for condemnation and acquisition by the City of Renton Properties now
owned by Puget Sound Power and Light Company, a corporation, which are necessary
or useful in the operation of an electric power system or in the production, pur-
chase, sale or distribution of electricity, within the City of Renton; and author-
izing the employment of special legal assistance therein.
The City Attorney stated that this proposed Resolution was in line with necessity
of such proceedings for the welfare of the City of Renton, with the possibility
of the favorable vote of the City of Renton in regard to the Municipal Power
question.
Councilman Richardson informed the Council that if the City of Renton adopts the
proposed Resolution, a Public Utility District would be unable to file con-
demnation proceedings against the Puget Sound Power & Light Company.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt Resolution No.
785 as read. Carried.
Councilman Bruce requested information of the City Attorney as to what disposition
was being contemplated in regard to the property at Mother's Park that was
originally rented by Haag Manufacturing Company and later by Smiths. To date no
rent has been paid to the Treasurer's Department for this building space.
The City Attorney informed Councilman Bruce that he had been unable to contact
Mr. Smith direct, to the present time, however Mr. Smith had informed the City
Treasurer's Office that this back rent would be forthcoming. The City Attorney
further stated that' a Mr. Heath had contacted him to-day and was trying to get
an agreement in regard to this property with the stipulation that all back rent
would be paid; he expected to have a complete report before next Council meeting.
Councilman Bruce stated that there were other business people who had contacted
him that were interested in this property that had assured him would pay the rent
and that it was his opinion that the City should endeavor to obtain as much rent
as possible from these buildings.
Councilman Richardson stated that it was his opinion that this matter should be
left in the hands of the City Attorney until next week.
Councilman Richardson stated that the City Engineer had received several
Aetitions from Earlington District representatives in- regard to installation of
sewers. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that these petitions be re-
ferred to the City Engineer to check the signatures for legality and report back.
next meeting. Carried.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Freyman, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
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CURRENT
Claim " 588.26 8552
Payroll It 7825.91 53-8630
Claim it 1774.59 31-8639
Payroll " 1047.84 40-8651
CIs.im " 785.88 52-8665
W ATER
Claim " 226.62 8161-8163
Payroll "' 172.99 8164-8167
Claim " 829.03 8168-8169
Payroll " 11.74.49 8170-8180
Claim " 5005.96 8182
STREETS
Payroll it, 256.33 5828-5832
Claim if 207.08 5833
Payroll " 1309.56 5834-5845
Claim " 267.73 5846-5848
SEGM DISPOSAL
Payroll " 705.02 1979-1987
Claim it 241.76 1988-1989
AIT
Claim 121.27 1010-1011
Payroll " 444.65 1012-1015
Claim it 17,438.85 1016-1026
LIBRARY
Claim it 30.69 2199-2201
Payroll It 841.74 2202-2209
Claim It 64.37 2210-2212
Payroll if 98.90 2213
PARK
Payroll if 579.69 1474-1479
Claim It 4.64 1480
ATHLETIC
Payroll it 180.85 547-549
Claim if 11.29 550
CUMULATIVE #1183
Payroll " 505;56 332-335
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The meeting
adjourned at 8135 P.M.
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October 24, 1950
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order at 8:00 o'clock
P.M., by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURMI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM.,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney, Girard
Shellan, Asst City Attorney; Angelo Busato, Asst Chief of Police; Floyd
Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Dorothea Gosset, City Treasurer; ..w
James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Supt., Jack Schneider, Airport
Manager and David Pugh, Budget Controller.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of October 17th be approved
as written. Carried.
A communication was read from Mrs. Eliza Dixon and family, thanking the Mayor..
Council and Department Heads for their kind expression of sympathy in their loss
by the death of Dr. C. L. Dixon,- City Health Officer.
A communication was read from Chairman Jay Holmes of the Chamber of Commerce
Retail Trade Committee requesting a meeting with the City Engineer and Street &
Alley Committee, as soon as possible and requesting that Mr. Jay Holmes be noti-
fied of the proposed meeting date as soon as possible.
Councilman Richardson informed Councilman Reid that he understood the traffic
problem at the intersection at the corner of Main Street, Walla Walla and Houser
Way would be discussed at this meeting.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the communication be referred
to the Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer to arrange for a meeting with.
the Retail Trade Committee of the Chamber of Commerce. Carried.
A communication was read from the County Assessor's Office with regard to state-
ments of delinquent and other Real Estate Tax Statements just received, stating
that when their office receives a memo as to date of payment of these taxes,
they will figure the interest and return the statements for payment.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by ?reyman, that these tax statements be referred to
the City Engineer, City Attorney and Finance Committee to check to see if these
statements cover City of Renton property, or are duplications, with power to act.
Carried.
A communication was received from Gene Coulon Park Superintendent advising the
Council that they had contacted Mrs. McCarthy and informed her that individuals
or groups contemplating construction of fire places and/or shelters should con-
tact rhe Park Board as to plans and locations of such a project.
Chairman Bruce of the Property Committee was granted more time to arrange a
meeting with the Park Board on the above subject.
A communication was received from Lon Tackett, Chairman and Nando Phillips and
Rev. G.W.J. Hartzel, members of the Renton Park Board, in reference to the
Renton Highlands Community Club's request for the improvement of four separate
areas previously set aside for park and recreation purposes in the Highlands,
stating that it was the policy of the Renton Park Board to encourage interests of
Renton citizens in their parks and recreation; also to develop facilities equit-
ably throughout the City, concentrating on areas now without recreation facili-
ties. They stated further that numerous planning organizations had pointed out
that it is economically unsound for municipalities to provide and maintain
facilities closer than a half mile radius. As the Highlands Administration Build-
ing and playground are available to the people in this area and if, in the
future, the City of Renton should acquire these centrally located facilities, it
would be economically unsound to develop and maintain other playgrounds within
the prescribed radius.
It is the recommendation of the Renton Park Board, as there are play facilities
within the approved half mile radius of the area concerned and until disposi-
tion of the central area has been made, due to budget limitations, that effort
be directed towards completion of those facilities now in the process of develop-
ment.
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Mrs. Howard, a member of the Highlands Community Club, stated that in her opinion,
she did not think that the Park Board should wait until the City of Renton ac—
quires the Recreational Center.
Councilman Tamborini, stated in his opinion that older portions of Renton, long
without parks should be given more ccnsideration before additional parks and
pla.yfields are improved in other localities.
Chairman Tackett of the Park Board explained to Councilman Tamborini, that due
to certain easements running through rpoperty in the south section of Renton, that
the Property Committee had turned down property considered for a Park and play—
field and had referred the matter back to the Council.
Chairman Tackett of the Park Board informed Councilman Hagen that this did not
mean that these properties would be abandoned, that if for any reason the Renton
Highlands Administration Building and playground does not revert to the City when
the City still has these areas.
Area No. 1 — 2.44 acres, south of 6th Place & 6th Avenue North—
access by a 161 right—of—way at easterly portion . Clear & grade,
between X1000 & $1300.
Area No. 2 — 1.92 acres, south of 6th Ave. North and East of area
No. 1, with access by a 16+ right—of—way.
Clearing only, between $800. & $1000. Drainage extra, approximately
$500.00.
Area 3 & 4 — two smaller areas, approximately 1/4 acres — would re—
quire clearing and grading as well as a 61 fence around the areas.
These are poor locations for parks and are surrounded by alleys.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Park Board. Carried.
Mrs. Howard requested that the Park Board and Park Superintendent meet with a
committee from the Renton Highlands Club in regard to the improvement of these
park areas. The Renton Park Board and-Park Superintendent will arrange for a
meeting with the Highlands Park Board Committee.
A communication was read from Chief of Police Vincent Stewart requesting that
parking on Whitworth Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenue be restricted to one hour,
as parking in these areas made it difficult for funeral processions to avoid the
line of through traffic.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the Street &
Alley Committee and Police Department. Carried.
A communication was read from C. S. Williams, Radio Technician for the City of
Renton to F. F. Lawrence, Fire Chief, stating that according to new F.C.C. rules,
Public Safety Radio Service Dockett x#9001, Part 10 of the rules, effective July
11 1949, under Transmitter Measurements provision for measuring modulation, a
new measurement regairement is necessary and swing and deviation must be in—
corporated.
Fire Chief Lawrence reported that this equipment would cost approximately $300.00
and further stated that he had sufficient money left in his budget to cover this
expense and would like authority to order this equipment.
Councilman Reid stated in his op-nion the matter of renting this equipment should
be investigated.
... Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this be referred to the Property
Committee to check with Mr. Williams and report back next meeting. Carried.
A communication was read from M. C. Walls, Publicity Chairman of the Renton
High School Alumni Association requesting permission to display two cross—street
banners for the third annual Homecoming, November 23rd and 24th. The banners are
to be installed October 30th and are to be removed November 27th. The locations
to be Third and Burnett and across the east of the Bronson Jay bridge.
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Fire Chief Lawrence reported that he was present at this meeting and he under-
stood they would place the banners at the correct height according to the State
Highway regulations.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council grant the Renton High School
Alumni Association permission to hang these two banners, providing they secured
the approval of the State Highway Department. Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the City Engineer check the State
Highway Department to determine the heights and regulations on banners in regard
to lights on State Highways through Renton. Also to investigate to see if the
State Highway Department must be contacted in regard to permission to hang banners.
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Carried.
The City Clerk requested that the communication from the Pennsylvania Salt Manu-
facturing Company, enclosing a contract, similar to the contract now in effect, for
supplying the City of Renton with liquid Chlorine for the coming year be held for
the present and brought before the Council at a later date. The request was granted.
Chairman Richardson of the Ordinance Committee presented proposed Ordinance No.
1357.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1357 changing the zoning classification
of a portion of the NE4 of 14E i of Section 8, T`dP 23, R 5 E, WM, and the City
j Engineer is directed to change the maps of the zoning Ordinance of the City to
show this change.
The City Engineer informed the Council that this was the ;Jeidin
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Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1387 be placed on its
second and final reading.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1387 be approved as read. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee recommended that proposed Ordinance No. 1388 be referred
back to the City Engineer to give a better legal description and to the City
Attorney to redraft the Ordinance.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
... of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1388 be referred to the
City Engineer to check the legal description and the City Attorney to redraft the
Ordinance. Carried.
Councilman Richardson reported that the proposed Fire Zoning Ordinance had been
checked thoroughly by the City Engineer and Building Department.
Mayor Baxter granted Councilman Delaurenti and members of the Ordinance Committe
more time on the proposed Fire mooning Ordinance.
The City Clerk stated that he desired more information from Mayor Baxter and the
Property Committee before he answered the communication from the United Mine Workers
Local ##10.
The City Engineer reported that a preliminary check of the Earlington petition
for sewer disposal had proved favorable, but that he required two more weeks to
check the legality of all signatures. Mayor Baxter granted the City Engineer more
time.
Councilman Delaurenti reported that his committee and the Mayor had met with the
Lake Shore Lines representatives a week ago Saturday on October 14th and after a
thorough discussion, had agreed that the bus company be allowed the slight increase
of 22 a fare, in the City of Renton, that it was the recommendation of his
Committee that this increase be granted the Lake Shore Lines. Councilman Delaurenti
informed Councilman Reid that he would contact the Lake Shore Lines Represen—
tative in regard to the change in the schedule at 8:15 A.M.
Moved by Bruce, seconded. by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Police and License Committee. Carried.
Councilman Bruce reported that he had checked with the City Attorney and City
Treasurer and had been informed of the exact outstanding rental charges against Eric
S. Smith, d,b.a., Renton Manufacturing Company at Mother's Park, formerly rented
by the Haag Manufacturing Company.
The Property Committee requested more time to investigate the matter of ourdoor
fireplaces as requested by Mrs. McCarthy for the Girl Scouts at the last Council
meeting.
Councilman Reid stated that the claim of Herman's Mobile Plumbing Company against
the Renton Hill Water Association had not been settled and asked what action the
Council intended to take.
Councilman Richardson informed the Council that Mr. Biel had been ill and had been
unable to attend any meetings in this regard and there was a question as to whether
this was work done on private property, or for the Fenton Hill mater Association.
Mr. Holm, attorney for Herman's Mobile Plumbing stated that the matter had been
going along for a year and a half and he understood the former City Engineer had
been delegated to act as agent for the District in regard to the work to be done
and that he further understood that the City Engineer had authorized the work to be
done, their difficulty was getting the interested parties together for a meeting
to determine to whom the charge should be made.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the Commissioners for the district had been in—
formed that they would be responsible for all contract costs, and the former City
Engineer had given his assistance to them gratis.
Councilman Richardson stated that he understood that Mr. .Biel refused to assume
responsibility for payment of work done and it was his understanding that Mr. Hale
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supervised the work; further that ecommended that the City Council write a
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letter to the Commissioners and ask them to meet with the City Council re—
garding this question.
Mayor Baxter stated that in his opinion, if the former City Engineer gave in—
structions for this work to be done, while working for the City, that the City
would be obligated in this regard even though the Council had not authorized
the work.
Councilman Swift stated it was his opinion that the former City Engineer was
acting as Agent for the District instead of the City Council.
Councilman Richardson stated that it was his understanding that the line had been
put in under City supervision and under all City regulations, that the City had
supervised the entire project and had taken complete charge of the job, that
they had received the same authorization from the District and under contract
the entire property would revert back to the City after a certain number of
years.
Councilman Tamborini stated that as the Commissioners had agreed to pay all
bills, that they should be responsible for the bill from Herman's Mobile Plumb—
ing Company.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the City
Attorney to contact Mr. Holms to see if they couldn't get these commissioners
together for a meeting and agree on a satisfactory settlement. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that he and several other Councilmen had attended
the Association of Washington Cities' meeting in Bothell and they had dis—
cussed several -propositions relative to the State Municipal Policy for 1950 and
1951 that the City of Renton was interested in Item I, Home Rule and Item II,
Off—Street Parking, both to be taken up at the next Legislature; he further re—
ported that a Public Works speaker had informed the members that the Federal
Government had set aside money for Planning for Cities; that this money could be
borrowed for City Planning of water or sewer projects, without interest. If
bonds were sold and the projects completed, the City would have to. repay the
borrowed money, if the projects were not completed and the bonds were not .sold,
they would not owe the Federal Government for the Planning expense.
Councilman Richardson stated that the water system in Renton was in poor con—
dition and although the City of Renton had decided that they couldn't afford
an overall improvement at this time, in his opinion, this would be a good
opportunity for a complete survey of the water system at this time.
Councilman Davidson stated that the entire Northwest was considered a Defence
Area and it was stated that Defense Areas would be given priorities.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Davidson, that this be referred to the Fire
& Water Committee and City Engineer to check the situation thoroughly and re—
port back to the Council. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that as the City of Renton had voted favorably on
the proposition of City light, that in his opinion a study should be made of
how other cities are running their City Light business, particularly the cities
of Blaine, Ellensburg and Centralia, and further suggested that the Mayorts
Special Power Committee, together with the City Engineer and City Attorney should
be authorized by the City Council, and allowed their expenses, to investigate
systems set up in other cities to see how they are working.
Moved by 'famborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Mayor's Special. Power
Committee, the City Engineer and City Attorney be authorized to visit cities
having their own City Light to investigate their methods and progress and that
the committee be allowed their expenses. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini stated in regard to off—street parking, that the Associa—
tion of 'Jashington Cities would like to have local service Clubs investigate
this matter as soon as possible. Councilman Tamborini further stated that Mr.
Jennings of the Association of Washington Cities will attend any meeting, if he
is requested to come and if he is advised of any proposed meeting, in regard to
planning lights, streets or parking, etc., for any City; and further suggested
that Mr. Jennings be invited to meet with the Chamber of Commerce at one of
their future meetings.
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Chairman Hagen of the Legislative Committee stated in regard to the request of
some of the Legislative Candidates to meet with the Council, that the Candidates
be informed that they could come to the next regular meeting of the City Council,
that the Council could call a recess and the different candidates be allowed to
answer questions from the Mayor and Councilmen.
Councilman Bruce stated that in his opinion this was a political set-up for can-
didates and that they should not be allowed to take up the time of. the City Council
for purely political purposes.
Mayor Baxter stated that in his opinion this would be a good opportunity for the
Councilmen to get the intention of the candidates before voting - - that he .con-
„�,� sidered this a privilege for Cities in regard to legislation, and that the Council
should take an interest in the views and policies set forth by the different
candidates.
Councilman Richardson explained in regard to statements made that legislation was
being considered whereby Cities would loose some receipts in the future, that a
portion of the money now received by the City might be allocated for other purposes
and that in his opinion such legislation should be strongly opposed by all cities.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Legislation Committee and that interested candidates be allowed to
present their platform and tell of their attitude toward legislation favorable to
the Cities at the next regular Council meeting. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee presented Resolution No. 786 authorizing the Mayor to make,
on behalf of the City of Renton, an application to the Bonneyville Power Adminis-
tration, for the purchase of electrical energy from that agency by the City of
Renton, when the City has acquired a power distribution system. Anplicaticn is to be
made and filed forthwith. The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that Mr.
Metcalf, an Engineer for the proposed City Light project had suggested that a
Resolution be drawn up and presented to the Council this evening. The Mayor in-
structed the Clerk to read the proposed Resolution as presented by the Ordinance
Committee and City Attorney. The City Clerk read the proposed Resolution No. 786.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the Council a dopt proposed Resolution
No. 786. as read. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti, Chairman of the-Police & License Committee stated that his
committee had met with the Chief of Police in regard to the purchase of new prowler
cars for the City of Renton Police Department and recommended that specifications
be drawn up for their purchase and presented to the Council at their next meeting.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Davidson, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Police & License Committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had received a request from the Federal Rent Control
Office in Seattle for the use of Room 206 in the City Hall on Mondays and Fridays
(two days a week) to allow residents of surrounding district as Auburn, Kent and
including Southern portions of Seattle to bring their rent problems to a closer
and more convenient meeting place.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the Council give the Federal Rent
Control Office representatives permission to use Room 206 on Mondays and Fridays
of each week. Carried.
Councilman Reid stated that he understood that the Pacific Car and Foundry was
paying ; 1500.00 per month to the Federal Government in lieu of taxes on the New
Foundry and that this matter should be investigated to see if the City of Renton
could get a portion of this money that was paid in lieu of taxes.
r.. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that this be referred to the City Attorney
to investigate and report back. Carried.
The City Clerk informed the Council that he understood that the Federal Government
was paying taxes on the Boeing Plant and the Pacific Car and Foundry through 1950
only and that beginning January 1951, payment of these taxes will cease.
Fire Chief Lawrence announced that the next Civil Defense meeting would be held
on Thursday evening, October 26th at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
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Councilman Bruce reported that the junction of Airport Way and Logan Street
was very much a problem at times when Boeing employees were coming from and
leaving work, that it was impossible for cross traffic to cut through the stream
of traffic coming from or going to Boeings; that in his opinion the Police Depart-
ment should investigate this intersection to see if something could be done to
aleviate congestion at this point.
Councilman Swift reported that the Light & Power Committee had been alloted
money to purchase a light for this intersection but they were waiting for Mr.
Schaeffer to give his report on the type of light necessary.
Councilman Reid requested that his committee have authority to contact another
supplier for these lights as they had waited for quite a while fcr this infor-
mod
mation.
Councilman Dullahant stated that in his opinion the Council should look for
another supplier for traffic lights at this intersection and the intersection
at Fourth & Factory, even though they had already contacted Mr. Schaeffer regard-
ing same.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Light & Power Committee be author-
ized to contact any commercial house that sells dependable traffic lights with the
idea of making a purchase of a traffic light for this location; also that the
Police Department be requested to investigate regarding the congestion at the
intersection of Airport Way and Logan Street. Carried.
The city Engineer reported that work had already started on the heating system
for the City Garage; that the boilers had been transferred from the North Renton
Recreation building to the City Garage.
Councilman Dullahant informed the Council that the Mayor, the City Engineer and
himself had investigated the improvement at the City Reservoir and would like to
report that in his opinion this was a fine installation.
Mayor Baxter stated that he would also like to report that in his opinion also,
this was a fine installation and would eliminate drainage water from overflowing
into the City reservoir.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.-
The meeting adjourned at 10.00 o'clock
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Mayor
Renton, Wash
October 31, 1950
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order at 8:00 o'clock
P.M., by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT; BRUCE, FREYI,,%N, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RIMM,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULhAHANT.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of October 24th be
approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PER4ITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPAFTM�r —
N0. AMOUNT NAMEADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2315 200.00 L. W, Polson 2212 9th Place Remodel house
6 100.00 Arthur L. Rest 133 Main St. Rewire house
7 400.00 Steve Seles 611 E. Street erect garage
8 1000.00 Tim Chinn & Joe Wing 909 3rd Avenue Repair bldg.
9 600.00 Paul Ockwig 611 Smithers remodel kitchen
20 600.00 Paul Ockwig 611 Smithers install. plumbing
1 1200.00 E. T. Nelson 13620 — Rainier remodel kitchen
2 450.00 Max Jenson 2343 6th Place construct garage
3 50.00 Don Custer 336 Williams repair proch
4 100.00 Henry Martin 1213 2nd Ave. N. Reshingle roof
5 974.00 Bernadine Van Auken 725 Jones St. repair house
6 75.00 W. I.. Mobley 612 11G11 Street construct driveway
7 400.00 John King 901 F. Street remodel house
8 250.00 John Peternell 609 Main St. Install scale
9 400.00 Mrs. Temme ITub City Apts. repair floor
30 200.00 R. G. Bergren 2333 6th Place build garage
1 100.00 China: Villa 226 Williams St. install dryer
2 1000.00 Dr. Button 141.1Y7 Dunlap Canyon erect addition
3 1700.00 Joseph Covey Covey Market siding on bldg.
4 1950.00 Frank Collman Cabin City install oil burner
1 5 40.00 Thomas Richter 325 Factory roof garage
6 350.00 I. Lausch 13264 71st S. install wiring
7 100.00 James A. Overman 524 Renton Ave. build toolhouse
8 Harry Taylor 11536 116th SE. install plumbing
9 2000.00 Dr. Oches 210 Garden St. change garage
2340 5000.00 Singer Sewing Mach. Co. 228 Wells St. finish bldg.
1 Dr. Kegwin 2nd & Mill move furnace
On the recommendation of Councilman Richardson, it was moved by Tamborini, sceonded
by Freyman, that Councilman Reid be granted one month leave of absence. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that a short recess be declared to allow
the different candidates for the State Senate and House of Representatives to be
introduced and state their policies toward City Government and answer questions from
the Mayor or Councilmen. Carried.
The Mayor delcared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRI:"IId,
DAVIDSON, TAMBOI1NI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS & DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney, Girard
`;hellan, Assistant City Attorney; Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police; Wiley Crook,
City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Jack
Schneider, Airport Manager and Walter Will, Building Inspector.
A communication was received from the International Association of Fire righters
Local #864, signed by Paul J. Henry, Jr., Recording Secretary, stating they found,
on receipt of the 1.951 budget that several employees wages had been increased,
although they had been informed that the 1951 budget did not allow any increases.
They requested further information in regard to this question.
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Councilman Bruce stated in his opinion, the Council should reply to the cormuni-
cation and inform the International Association of Fire r'ighters, Local No. 864
that the Council was unable to increase wages for the year of 1951 because of lack
of funds.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Hansen, that this communication be referred to the
Fire & Water Committee for a report back. Carried.
A communication was received from the Renton Shrine Club, signed by Haden Williams,
Treasurer, requesting that the admission tax due the City in the amount of $58.68
on their show held in the Renton High School last August 19th be waived, in order
that the additional amount may be given to the Renton Hospital Pediatrics Ward, a Now
charitable purpose.
The City Attorney informed the Council that if the City had not collected this
money yet, the Council could waive collection at any time. The City Treasurer in-
formed the Council that this tax had not been collected as yet by the City.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council waive the collection
of the City Tax. Carried.
A communication was read from L. G. Pra.vitz, Pacific Coast Railroad Company Agent,
to Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police, confirming his conversation of October 19th
with Captain McCarthy, regarding congestion of traffic directly in back of their
depot caused by autos parking along the north side of 4th Avenue. Their track ad-
joins 4th Avenue and the road at this point being quite narrow, the loading or un-
loading of freight creates a hazard by making this road too narrow for traffic to
pass. They request this section of 4th Avenue be posted NO PARKING to avoid possible '
accidents there. They will cooperate by not using this particular spot for cars un-
less absolutely necessary.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to the
Street and Alley Committee, Chief of Police and City Engineer with power to act.
Carried.
A communication was received from the Anchor Casualty Company signed by P.B. Webster
Chief Safety Engineer, stating they had recently completed a safety service and
fleet inspection and thanked the City of Renton employees for courtesies extended
at that time. As a result of this- inspection, they urgently recommend an early com-
pliance to the following listed improvements in conditions, which are often the
cause of injuries, and avoidable accidents.
(1) Repair sidewalk in front of City Library and leased premises on
Liberty Park-Bronson Way side.
(2) Install hand rail at open section of bleachers at Liberty Park
Ball Field.
(3) Install directional turn signal indicator, repair tail light and
install reflectors to garbage truck #2.
(4) Provide covered body on Garbage truck #2.
(5) Install directional turn signal equipment on truck#6.
They request advice on completion of above improvements. Moved by Richardson,
seconded. by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the Anchor
Casualty Company rind referred the communication to the City Engineer and Park Board.
Carried.
A communication was received from Mrs. Godfrey Hartzell wife of Rev. Godfrey Hartzel
of St. Luke's Church, requesting a stop sign at the corner of Wells Street North
and 1st Avenue North as there are no stop signs from 2nd Avenue to 4th Avenue North
and there are many children living in this vicinity.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Dullahant, that this communication be referred
to the Police Department. Carried.
A request for a non-conforming permit was received from the Savage Lumber Company
signed by C. H. McDonald, President, for permission to erect a temporary covering
for some of their material on their property facing Logan Street. The structure is
to be a skeleton frame work with aluminum roof to protect large boxes of glads from
the weather, and will set back from Logan Street approximately 90 to 100 .feet. They
request an early reply.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Dullahant, that this be referred to the City Engineer
with power to act.
The City Engineer stated he did not have the authority to issue this non—conforming
permit.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that this be referred to the Law and Ordinance
Committee, Building Inspector and City Engineer. Carried.
A communication was received from the Renton Highlands P.T.A., signed by Ruth Pfieffer,
Secretary, thanking the Council for their prompt action in having the school zone
sign placed at the corner of 7th and E. Street and further requested that a cross—walk
and school zone sign be placed between the Administration Building and the lst grade
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School, due to heavy traffic on E. Street, for the safety of the children.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the Street & Alley
Committee and Chief of Police to make a survey and report back. Carried.
A communication was received from Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police, requesting one
week more time on the study of congestion at the inter—section of Logan Street and
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Airport Way, due to Boeing employees going to and leaving work.
Mayor Baxter granted the Chief of Police more time to study the con-estion at this
intersection.
Councilman Swift reported that the Light and Power Committee had already contacted
Mr. Schaeffer for a signal light for this intersection.
An invoice in the amount of $5000.00 from Ira S. Harding & Company, Aberdeen, Wash.,
was presented, showing a balance of $ 32301.80 to be paid upon completion of con—
tract of the Kennydale water storage tank.
The City Engineer stated that this tank is nearly completed, that the roof was all
that remained to be finished.
Ih Moved by Frayman, seconded by Bruce, that the amount of the invoice be allowed paid.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN$ HAGEN, TRIMM,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Ordinance No. 1388.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1388 an Ordinance of the City of Renton
changing the zoning classification of certain areas, ie., "that portion of Section
` 18, Township 23, Range 5 East W.M. Lying between the north line of 3rd Avenue and
the South line of Airport Way and extending eastward from the east line of Rainier
Agenue to the East bank of Black River or to a line 200 feet eastward and parallel
to the east line of Rainier Avenue, whichever may be greater", in the City of
Renton, from residential to commercial use district and the City Engineer is directed
to change the maps of the Zoning Ordinance to show this change.
Councilman Tamborini stated that in his opinion, the Council should not rezone any
portion of the Black hiver Ghannel as this was State property and not property of
the City of Renton; that this proposed Ordinance should be referred back to the
Ordinance Committee.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that proposed Ordinance No. 1388 be re—
ferred back to the Law & Ordinance Committee for a report back. Carried.
I� Uhairman Richardson of the Ordinance Committee presented proposed Ordinance No. 1389
f an Ordinance creating and establishing Fire Zone, known as "Fire Zoning Ordinance",
and consisting of text and certain map or book of maps identified by the approving
signature of the Mayor and City Clerk on the title page ane marked and designated
as the "Map or Maps of the Fire Zoning Ordinance of the City of Renton." If any
conflict between map or book of maps and the text of this Ordinance is deemed
to arise, the text of the Ordinance will prevail.
"The City of Renton is hereby divided into four types of fire zones, (1) Fire Zone
1 shall include and consist of areas designated as such in said Map or Book of Maps.
Buildings or structures hereafter erected or constructed, or moved within or into
Fire Zone 1 shall be only of "FiDe T. II, or III construction, as defined in the "City
of Renton Building Code" established by Ordinance No. 1307. (2) Fire Zone Ia shall
include and consist of areas designated as such in said Map or Book of Maps.
Buildings or structures hereafter erected, constructed, or moved within or into
Fire Zone Ia shall be only of Types I, II, III or IV construction, as defined in the
"City of Renton Building Code" established by Ordinance No. 1307. (3) Fire Zone 2
shall include and consist of the areas designated as such in said Map or Book of now
Maps. Buildings or structures hereafter erected, constructed, or moved within or
into Fire Zone 2 shall be of Types I, II, III, IV, or V construction as defined in
the "City of Renton Building Code" established by Ordinance No. 1307. (4) Fire Zone
3 shall include and consist of the areas designated as such in said Map or Book of
Maps. Buildings or structures hereafter erected, constructed, or moved within or
into -!-'Ire 'gone 3 shall comply with the applicable requirements of the "City of
Renton Building Code" established by Ordinance No. 1307. Any person, firm or cor—
poration who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or refuses to comply with, or who
resists the enforcement of any provisions of this Ordinance, shall be deemed guilty
of a misdemeanor. Any parts of Ordinance No. 1307 and the "City of Renton Building
Code", or of other Ordinances which are in conflict with this Ordinance, are super-
seded hereby.
Moved by Dela.urenti, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the Ordinance
Committee. Carried.
Chairman Richardson reported that the Ordinance Committee reported favorably on
proposed Ordinance No. 1389. .
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the recommendation of
the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1389 be placed on its 2nd
and final reading.
After the 2nd and final reading, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1389 be approved as read. Carried. now
Councilman Richardson, asked Councilman Tamborini, if he would suggest that they
contact the Planning Commission to see why the Black River Channel area was,not ex—
cluded in the proposed rezoning request on Rainier Avenue from 3rd Avenue to Airport
Way,
Councilman Tamborini-stated that it was his opinion, because of the fact that this
property had been turned over to the State by the U.S. Government and they had been
unable to obtain any information as to disposition of this property from the State
Land Co,-missioner, Mr. Jack Taylor, that the City of Penton should not interfere
with the property until such time as the State decides what course of action they
are going to take as far as to either drain or fill—in this property, so it will
not be an added expense to the City of Renton.
The City Clerk informed Councilman Richardson, that_ the Renton Planning Commission
meets the 4th 1.1ednesday of each month.
Councilman Tamborini,, suggested that the Planning Commission meet with members of
lie Law & Ordinance Committee prior to the next regular Council meeting.
Councilman Shift stated in his opinion this could merely amount to a typographical
error or oversight on the part of the Planning Commission to expedite filling of
the channel as it has been condemned by the City and State Health Department.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Ordinance No. 1390.
The City Glerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1390 an Ordinance of the City of Renton,
Washington, authorizing and directing the City Attorney and special associate
counsel of the "ity to file an amended petition in eminent domain in a cause in
the =Superior Court of the State of Washington for Tang County, providing for the
acquisition by the City of certain facilities and properties now owned, operated,
and maintained by the Puget Sound Power & Light Company, a corporation, and ratify—
ing the filing of the petition in eminent domain in said cause, being an Ordinance
authorizing condemnation proceedings against the Snoqualmie Generating Plant of
the Puget Sound Power & Light Company, in addition to the electric distribution
system inside the City of Renton.
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Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that proposed Ordinance No. 1390 be re—
ferred to the Law & Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported .favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1390 and re—
commended that the Mayor, City Clerk, and City Attorney be authorized to sign the
necessary documents.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1390 be placed on its
second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1390 be approved as read.
Mr. Thorgrimson of the Law Firm of Preston, Thorgrimson and Horowitz stated that the
ordiginal Ordinance on which the election w as held described the distribution system
as contained in the Ordinance just read and provided generally fo such Real Property
as was necessary to carry out the proposition and to acquire generating plants and
lines as necessary. The Ordinance just introduced is a duplication to the extent
that this Ordinance described the distribution systems within the City, but they felt
it should be passed because it contained a legal description of the Real Property
which the City might need to successfully operate the distribution of electrical
service.
Councilman Dullahant stated that he felt that the Ordinance should be separated
into two different Ordinances, that he was in favor of the first part of the Ordinance
but was not in favor of the last part.
A roll call vote on the above motion was taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye;
Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm,
No; Davidson, Aye; Tamborini, Aye and Dullahant, No. There being 9 Ayes's and 2 No's
the motion carried.
The City Attorney informed the Council that this Ordinance should be completed tonight,
that it should be signed by the Mayor and City Clerk and the seal also be shown
thereon.
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Councilman Richardson asked his committee if they would like a special meeting with
the Planning Co-mission or a 7:00 o'clock meeting before the next Council meeting.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the City Clerk notify the Sanitation
Committee and Planning Commission to meet with the Ordinance Committee in reg and
to the property known as the Black River Channel, at 7:00 o'clock P.M., Tuesday,
November 7th, prior to the regular Council meeting. Carried.
Captain Ashurst of the Fire Department requested that his department be allowed
a small amount of money to purchase extra equipment to complete street lighting
service; that he has an opportunity to buy several gear boxes and motors from a
low voltage motor surplus, about 1 1/2 horsepower each motor. They will have to
buy the transformers extra. The motors will be approximately X3.00 each. They have
three motors now that have been in operation for about 8 hours each, and they would
like to have money to buy these motors and a few transformers to improve other
lighting near the Fire Hall. They would like to purchase relays and control the
i lights, and stated that between yM.00 and '?75.00 would take care of their request.
Mayor Baxter stated than an allowance should be made for the purchase of extra
equipment for all the different City departments and for improvement of lighting
in the parks, etc.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this request be inferred to the Public
Relations Committee and Ways and Means Committee to find a means of payment, with
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power to act. Carried.
Not Captain Ashurst stated that these motors he mentioned have been advertised for
sale and unless quick, action was taken, the motors would not be held for him.
Mayor Baxter requested that the Ways & Means Committee and the Public Relations
Committee meet at their earliest convenience.
Councilman Bruce stated that the Rustine Company (Bert Marshall) was interested
in renting the small area (800 square feet) available in Mother' s Park and his
committee recommended that this space be made available, and that the City Attorney
be instructed to draw up a lease to cover.
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Moved. by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Property Committee. Carried.
Chairman Bruce of the Property Committee reported that his committee recommended
that the Council does not accept for payment the electrical bill from Jay Holmes
for the rewiring of the Sweet Center Building.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dulla.hant, that the Council concur in the recomm-
endation of the Property Committee. Carried.
Chairman Bruce of the Property Committee further reported that his committee recomm-
ended that the Council approve the building of a fireplace, as previously outlined
with the Park Board and this fireplace is to be constructed under the supervision
of the Park Department.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the 6ouncil concur in the recommen-
dation of the Property Committee. Carried.
Chairman Bruce of the Property Committee further reported that his Committee re-
commended that the Council approve the purchase of the equipment to perform the
measuring of Modulationand swing and deviation which must be incorporated in
accordance with new F.C.C. rules.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Davidson, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Property Committee. Carried.
Airport Manager Schneider stated that since the Airport had exceeded its 1950 budget,
that he requested an emergency budget to cover this additional e::pense. The monies
that the Airport Department will require is outlincJ as follows:
$6000.00 - to cover the power and water deficit caused by the larger
purchase of power by Boeingd due to increase of pro-
duction.
$7150.00 to cover improvements required in the new planning of a
general over-all lease ' J the Boeing Airplane Company.
816,500.00To cover purchase of two buildings, already covered by ...
Resolution; the Aeromotive Service Building and the
Triple XXX Hangar Building at the Airport.
Airport Manager Schneider informed Councilman Delaurenti that this emergency budget
expense had been approved by the Airport Board.
The City clerk informed the Council that the figures covering the water line that
was put in as an emergency and also the new tank at Kennydale should be combined
under this emergency budget Ordinance.
The City Clerk informed Councilman Freyman that according to the City Attorney, ex-
penditures as authorized by previous Resolutions, as the $16,500.00 for the two
buildings on the airport, must be included in an emergency budget.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded b�,T Bruce, that necessary steps be taken so that the
Airport Board can present an emergency budget before the Council. Carried.
Chairman Swift of the Street & Alley Committee reported that his committee had I_r-
vesti;ated the Pola_ce Department's request that parking on Whitworth Street between
2nd and 3rd Avenue be restricted to one hour and they recommended that-the Council
concur in the Police Department's recommendation for one hour parking on the east I
side of Whitworth :street only, from 3rd 'venue North to 2nd Avenue North, in a north- j
erly direction.
The Street & Alley Committee further recommended that the property Council Committee
contact school authorities to request that they investigate the idea of establishing
off-street parking facilities to take care of their own needs.
Councilman Davidson reported that the School Authorities are attempting to obtain
parking facilities to the West of the `school building, and are also planning some
parking inside on the east fence, in a northerly direction.
Councilman Swift stated, in his opinion, a communication to the School Authorities
might expedite additional parking facilities at the high school.
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Councilman Tamborini stated in his opinion that traffic was more difficult on
the west side of Whitworth Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenue than on the east
side, that the same cars were parked there between eight and ten hours each day.
Councilman Swift stated that the request was especially for action on the east side
of the Street. Councilman Davidson suggested that the funeral home post proper signs
relative to no parking prior to funerals, along Whit worth Street on the east side
between 2nd and 3rd Avenues.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street c, Alley Committee. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti reported on the trip to the Finance Officer's meeting in
Wenatchee, attended by the City Clerk, Councilman Hansen and himself. There was
considerable discussion in regard to new sources of revenue, also the question of a
business tax and the issue of dog licenses and requirements. Councilman Delaurenti
further reported that he brought up the garbage question, and the problem of revenue
on water rates; and stated that Wenatchee furnishes and maintains garbage cans and
that they are going to furnish the City of Renton with a copy of their Ordinance.
A Resolution was passed at this meeting permitting elected officials to take office
thirty days after their election to such office; also a resolution was passed making
daylight saving time each summer uniform throughout the State. The City Clerk
further reported that there was considerable discussion relative to business tax
and revenue from a business tax; that at the present time there was an allowance
of one mill allocated by the State to the Fireman's ?�slief and Pension Fund and that
they were allowed an additional mill if necessary and if not necessary it could be
used for additioin.l or other purposes — — that the City needs this for other
facilities and by not accepting; it, they are depriving the City of one mill they
need badly.
Uouncilman Richardson stated that he had talked to Mr. Sampson at the Regional
meeting in Bothel regarding the two funds for storeroom and supplies and for the
payroll account and that he had asked for the State Auditor's ruling relative to
this request; that any Ordinance proposed to cover this request should be passed
in December for the coming year.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the City Attorney be instructed
to write a letter to the Attorney General for his opinion. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti reported that he had contacted the Police Department and they
had the specifications for the new prowler cars ready to present, but would like
his committee to study them and he would present them at the next meeting.
Mayor Baxter reminded the Councilmen of the special Housing Authority meeting on
Wednesday evening in the Council Chambers at 8:00 o'clock P.M., and requested
that all Councilmen attend this meeting.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting adjourn. The meeting
adjourned at 11;15 o'clock P.M.
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The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order at 5:00 O'clock
P.M., by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, DAVIDSON,
TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS & DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Assistant City Attorney, Girard. Shellan,
Police Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence, City Clerk, Wilwy Crook,
City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Airport Manager,
Jack Schneider; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon, and Budget Controller, Evan Pugh.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hagen, that the minutes of October 31st be approved as
written. Carried.
A communication was received from Kena Jensen of the Band Box Restaurant, 1.220
Rainier Avenue, requesting permission to allow their patrons to dance in the lounge
section only of the Band Box, while waiting to be served,
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to the
Law & Ordinance Committee and Police & License Committee for consideration and a
report back to the Council. Carried.
A communication was received from the Department of Civil. Engineering at the
University of i+lashington, signed by R. B. Van Horn, Professor, Hydraulic Engineer—
ing, and Head of the Department of Civil Engineering to Mr. Sparrow, Chief Operator
of the Sewage Disposal Plant, advising they are holding a "Sewage Treatment Plant
Operators' Training School", in the More Hall at the University of Washington on
November 16th and 17th for the purpose of instructing new operators, advancing the
knowledge of the experienced operator, and to acquaint municipal officials or
supervisory personnel with sewage treatment problems.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the City Engineer, the Sewage Dis—
posal Plant Operator and any Councilman interested be allowed their expenses to
attend this meeting. Carried.
A communication was received from James Zerwoodis, requesting a stop—light at the
pedestrian cross—walk across Maple Valley Highway between the Spring Hill Market
and the Cedar River Park apartments, because of excessive speeds automobiles
travel across this intersection and the danger to children crossing the highway
at this location.
Councilman Swift stated that in his opinion a sign reading SLOW CROSSWALK on the
west side of the crossing going east would remedy this condition.
The City Clerk was instructed to notify the Police Department to investigate, and
if in their opinion "a sign is necessary, the Police Department was requested to
contact the City Engineer in regard to the installation of a sign at said location.
A communication was received from Chief of Police Stewart, stating as a result of
investigations of certain traffic conditions, he requested the following re—
commendations be given consideration to facilitate the control of vehicular and
foot traffic problems.
(1) Creating a bus stop at the northwest corner of 6th Avenue North and
Logan Street. The curb to be painted yellow and proper signs installed
reading, BUS STOP, CARS IMPOUNDED.
(2) Create a NO PARKING area in front of the north Renton Recreation Hall.
The curb to be painted yellow and proper signs installed reading, NO
PARKING, PASSENGER LOADING AND UNLOADING ZONE.
(3) All Streets in Mother' s Park to be posted ONE HOUR PARKING. The off
street parking squares shall be posted KEEP OUT, PRIVATE PARKIG ONLY.
(4) Install a school crosswalk on E Street between 7th Avenue north and
9th Avenue North, at the brick wall on the south end of the Adminis—
tration Building in the Highlands. Paint crossing and install signs
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designating this area as a school crossing.
(5) Install STOP signs on Williams Street North at its intersection with lst
Avenue North, controlling North and southbound traffic on Williams Street
North.
(6) Install STOP signs on Wells Street North at its intersection with First
Avenue north to control North and Southbound traffic.
(7) Install a STOP sign on Pelly Avenu,-� at its intersection with First avenue
North to control the Southbound traffic.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the Police Depart—
ment recommendation for Traffic Control. Carried.
A preliminary survey of the traffic congestion at Ai-rport Way and Logan Street was
presented by Chief of Police Stewart, covering the peak traffic time of 4:00 P.M.$
on October 31st, November 1st and 2nd.
The Chief of Police stated that they found very little congestion and very little
traffic cutting through this intersection, and that in their opinion no traffic
signal is required at this location.
Councilman Richardson informed the. Council that a short while ago students had
visited the City Hall to obtain information for their class work and through lack of
knowledge of the work of the different department, had apent considerable time
trying to obtain information t'-.at would have been readily forthcoming from the
department head in charge, that Superintendent Hazen of the Renton School District
had agreed with Councilman Richardson's suggestion that it would be better if advance
notice was given to the different department heads of such visits of students. The
City Clerk read a copy of a letter from Superintendent Hazen to Mr. Thompson,
Principal of the Renton High School asking that City, Officials be advised in advance
of the type of questions and information students desire, and this information could
be compiled and made available to the students , that appointements be made in
advance with proper department heads so they would be present to discuss with the
tudents the operation of their departments and conduct the students on tours of
inspection to show them how the different departments of the City Government operate.
Mayor Baxter stated, in his opinion, a brochure of relative information of the
different departments would be very helpful and serve as a guide for general in—
formation for all the departments. ,The Mayor further stated that he planned to
have a report prepared in regzrd to City's progress during the past year and a half
and stated that perhaps this could be incorporated in the brochure.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by hichardson, that this letter be referred to the Public
Relaticns Committee and Wars and Means Committee to see if a brochure could be pre—
pared covering the operations of the different departments of the City and this be
published, this brochure to contain suitable information for the students. Carried.
On the recommendation of Mayor Baxter, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce,
that the problem of obtaining finances for the proposed brochure of the City of
Renton be referred to the Ways and Means Committee and Finance Committee, for a
report back. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer to Councilman Bruce stating
that (1) the lessee of the building at Liberty Park has requested an exterior doorway
be cut through the rear brick wall of the building to serve the interior stairway and
provide additional kitchen space, at an estimated cost of ;;100.00. The lessee gave
no recomriendation. (2) The Cascade Foundry Company requests permission to move the
existing double doors in the building they rent about six feet to the east wall. line,
at, their own expense.
Councilman Bruce stated it was his belief that the construction of the building would
prohibit cutting through the brick wall as requested.
Moved by -ruse, seconded by Dullahant, on Item 1, that this request be referred to
the City Property Committee and City Engineer to investigate and report back.
Carried.
Moved by Bruce , seconded by Freyman, on Item 2, that as this request was recommended
by the City Engineer at the expense of the Cascade Foundry Company, that the
Property Corzaittee and City Engineer investigate this matter, together with re—
presentatives of the Cascade Foundry Company and report back to the Council. Carried.
7"02 00
A communication was read from the Law & Ordinance Committee, City Engineer, and LZ+
Building Inspector, stating in regard to the request of the Savage Lumber Company
for a non-conforming permit for an addition to their building consisting of heavy
timber posts with a metal roof, not enclosed, that as two-thirds of the existing
building is in Fire Zone 3, which is residential and that the proposed addition is
not restricted to Fire Zone 1 construction, it was the committee's recommendation
that the permit be granted.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the recomendation
of the committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that the King County Department of Civilian Defense had con-
tacted him in regard to a list of properties Renton had available for their .�.r
Civilian Defense work, that Police Radio Technician, Clarence Williams had item-
ized a list of transmitting items necessary to set up a temporary radio set else-
where in case of an emergency.
Councilman Richardson stated that his committee had an emergency budget for the
Airport, taxes, etc., ready to introduce, but would like to discuss this with
other members of his committee before presenting to the Council, and would like to
present the proposed Ordinance next week.
The City Clerk informed the Council that he understood the proposed Ordinance in-
cluded the several different emergency requests.
The City Engineer stated that the Sanitation Committee and Law & Ordinance Committee
and himself had met with the Planning Commission this evening. The Committee did
not wish to make a report on the meeting this evening, but requested that in the
future the City Clerk advise the Planning Commission of any action taken at the
Council meetings on their recommendations. The City Clerk stated that he would so
advise the Planning Commission in the future of any action taken at Council meet-
ings on their recommendations.
Councilman Swift reported that his committee had met with the Retail Trade Committee
of the Chamber of Commerce in regard to traffic in the City and they had twelve (12)
recommendations to present to the Council. Councilman Swift requested that a copy
of these recommendations be furnished each Councilman.
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Councilman Delaurenti reported that specifications for a CALL FOR BIDS had been
presented to the Police Department for the prowler cars for their approval, but
the question as to whether they should read 85 or 90 horsepower on the cars had been
brought up.
Mayor Baxter granted the Police & LlcenseCommittee more time on the prowler car
specifications.
The City Clerk requested 10 days Leave of Absence beginning Friday, November 10th
and continuing through the 20th of November, and requested that a Resolution be
drawn up to appoint Dorothea Gossett as City Clerk, pro tem during his absence.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the request
of the City Clerk and that the necessary Resolution be drawn up to cover the
appointment of Dorothea Gossett as City Clerk, pro tem during the absence of the
City Clerk. Carried.
Councilman Dullahant reported that he had contacted the membera of the Association
of Fire Fighters, Local 864, regarding their letter to the Council which was read
last week, and stated that the men had perused the 1951 budget and were of the
opinion that some of the City employees were :;ranted raises, but that he had ex-
plained that these were merely adjustments and not raises.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by r'ichardson, that the meeting adjourn. The meeting
adjourned at 9:15 o1clock P.M. --
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Mayor
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Renton, Washington
November 14., 1950
The regular metting of the Renton City Council was called to order .by Mayor Joe.
R. Baxter at 5:00 o'clock F.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAUIGIM, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FR-MfAAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRI.-1I, DAVIDSON,
TAPdBORINI AND DULLAHANT. (Councilman Swift was reported ill in bed.)
ROLL CALL OF OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City
Attorney; Vincent Stewart, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Dorothea Gossett,
City Treasurer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager;
Dave Pugh, Budget Controller and Walt Will, Building Inspector.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of November 7th 1950 be
approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
N0, AMOUNT NiUIE ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
234.2 300.00 Angelo Barei 321 Cedar Street digging basmt.
3 J. Holmes 235 Park Avenue install oil
4. W. R. Garrison 2005 9th Ave. N. wire for dryer
5 100.00 John Banasky 411 Morris St. roof house
6 37,000.00 Williams & Swanson 704 3rd Ave. erect bldg.
7 100.00 Joe Baxter 337 Park Ave. repair chimney
5 4.00.00 W. B. Wallis 331 Main remodel bldg.
9 300.00 Variety Store 3rd & Williams change wiring
50 500.00 Savage Lumber 316 Morris St. erect shed
1 30.00 Joe Baxter 401 Park Ave. repair chimney
2 50.00 Rocksie Williams 210 Mills St. Install gutters
3 10.00 G. E. Petersen 14.30 H. Street wire for dryer
4. Dr. A. Button Dunlap-Canyon Rd. install plumbing
5 S. P. Ozbolt 88th S & 142nd. If it
On tl-,e recommendation of Councilman Bruce, it was moved by Delaurenti, seconded by
Bruce, that the City Engineer be granted authority to send additional Sewer Disposal
employees, as he deems qualified, to attend the Sewage Treatment Plant Operators'
Training School, in the More Hall at the University of Washington on November 16th
and 17th with their expenses allowed. Carried.
A communication was read from Bob L. Bjorklund, Secretary of the Renton Junior
Chamber of Commerce requesting permission to decorate the business district of
Renton for the coming Xmas Season.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the
request of the Junior Chamber of Commerce be granted under the supervision of the
Engineering Department. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, advising that the
roadway underpass under the Northern Pacific Railway on the south side of the river
on Logan Street has been closed to traffic by the owner of the property.
Councilman Richardson, informed the Council that the City Engineer had instructed
the north end of the underpass be barricaded after the owner had barricaded. the
South end, to protect the City.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that the Statute Law calls for 10
years use, openly and notoriously, of any road before the City could establish an
easement.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the
communication from the City Engineer be referred to the City Attorney and City
Engineer for investigation ,and a report back to the Council. Carried.
A communication was read from the Disabled American Veterans stating that there
is a great need for an oxygen tent at the Old Soldiers Home at Orting, Washington,
as well as other supplies, anyone interested in donating towards the oxygen tent,
or supplies should contact Mrs. Alice Novak, 2209 9th Place, Renton, Washington
who is Treasurer. A service office has been opened by the D.A.V., Chapter No. 12
at 720 2nd Avenue in Renton for the benefit of any veteran, his wife or widow.
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The communication was ordered filed.
A communication was read from the property owners, H. M. Edman, Wm. Dagger, M.L.
Bails and the Savage Lumber & Manufacturing Company (signed by W.M. Van Hoy) living
between 2nd and 3rd Avenue on Morris Street requesting at least two lights be
installed at conveniently located positions.
Mr. Bails, from the audience, stated that it is very dark at times when the flood—
light on the back of Fe y's Theater is not lit.
On the recommendation of Councilman Freyman, it was moved by Tambori ni, seconded
by Richardson, that this communication be referred to the Light and Power no
Committee for investigation and a report back. Carried.
A petition from the Windsor `.fills Community Club, signed by 64 voters, requesting
the City of Renton and the Lake Shore Bus Company to provide more frequent bus
service in and around Windsor Hills.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Police and License Committee con—
tact the Lake Short Lines representatives to arrange a meeting with these people
and report back next meeting. Carried.
Council.ma.n Delaurenti stated that he had been contacted with regard to this problem
and had arranged a meeting with the Lake Shore Lines Saturday morning, November 180
1950 at 10:00 o'clock A.M.
a e Washington
A communication was read from John McCauley., Executive Secretary of the vJashin�ton
c.o Ys
State Commissioner's Association in regard to Grande & Company's Feasibility Report,
for King County, stating in their opinion the proposed program is not sound from the
viewpoint of the City of Renton, the surround-Ing area or the entire county, and
urged that the City of Renton cooperate with the rest of the county.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the communication be filed. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee presented Resolution No. 787, extending the time for com—
pulsory retirement for Ignazio Toschi and Joseph E. Rice, employees of the City of
Renton who are members of the Washington State Wide City Employees Retirement
System in the classification of miscellaneous personnel, (each having attained the
compulsory retirement age of 65 years, but" each o" them being physically fit to
continue in such employment and service of the City, and each having requested
extension of the compulsory retirement time) , to such time as each employee res—
pectively shall attain the age of 67 years. A copy of this resolution shall be
transmitted to the Board of Trustees of the i shington Statewide City Employees
Retirement System by the City Clerk.
Councilman Richardson informed the Council that five men are eligible for retire—
ment ghe first of the year, that the two men mentioned above requested an extension
of their compulsory retirement time; their cases having been reviewed by their
respective Department Heads and the above waiver being recommended by same, that
their requests were presented in the form of a Resolution, as required by law, to
the Council.
The City Engineer stated that the other three men who are eligible for retirement
the first of the year had requested that they be placed on retirement status.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that Resolution No. 787 be adopted as read.
Carried.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Trimm, that with the approval and recommen—
dation of their respective Department Heads, any City employee entitled and
eligible to continue their working period would be considered, but the Council
would have to grant the extension of time; that an employee may retire during
their extension of compulsory retirement time.
Councilman Richardson further stated that information was given in the communi—
cation received from the Executive Secretary of the Statewide City Employee's
Retirement System, that certain employees who become eligible for retirement have
certain periods of possible extension time granted as six or eight months or a year,
at the time the City is notified of retirement of the employee, that this depends
on the age of the employee and years service and the information is furnished by
the office of the Executive Secretary and Board.
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Mayor Baxter informed the Council that this plan came into effect in the City of
Renton at a time when several of these employees had already reached the age of
65 and this extension was a courtesy to allow these few older employees more City
service.
Chairman Richardson of the Ordinance Committee stated he would like to determine if
the proposed emergency budget for the City covered all City emergency expenditures,
before presenting to the Council for approval, to keep emergency budgets at a
minimum.
The City Engineer stated, in his opinion, the Street Department's funds were sufficient
to carry the City through-the balance of tye year, but requested a week to check
this matter.
,'Moved by Hagen, seconded by .Freyman, that the proposed emergency budget Ordinance
be put on its first reading.
Councilman Dullahant stated in his opinion an emergency budget should cover only
extreme emergencies as a flood, etc., that each department should see that its
expenditures were kept within its budget.
Mayor Baxter explained that in his opinion this was a real emergency, that the
additional use of the Renton Airport by the Boeing Airplane Company as well as the
repairing of damage caused by severe winter weather in Renton last year could not
be avoided.
The Ordinance Connittee was requested to hold the proposed Ordinance for one week.
Councilman Richardson reported that he, together with Councilmen Hansen and
Dullahant had met with the Planning Commission in regard to proposed Ordinance No.
1388 changing the zoning classification from residential use to commercial use of
property on Rainier Avenue from 3rd Avenue to Airport Way extending eastward from
the East line of Rainier Avenue to the east bank of Black River or to a line 200
feet eastward and parallel to the east line of Rainier Avenue, whichever is greater,
and they had been informed by the Planning Commission the reason this property was
requested to be rezoned in this manner was in their opinion, even if filled in, it
would only be good for commercial use. Councilman Davidson stated that even if the
State had ownership of the Black River Channel portion, the City had the right to
rezone as they saw fit. Councilman Hagen reported, in his opinion, the cost to make
this fill would be too great for residential use and that if the property were re—
zoned to commercial use, this would expedite the fill. Councilman Tamborini stated,
in his opinion, if the City rezoned this property the State would be anxious to
negotiate for its sale and would probably charge the City of Renton a higher price
for same.
Councilman Richardson stated, after considerable discussion with the Planning
Commission, it was the recommendation of the committee to concur in the original
recommendation of the Planning Co-Lmission and the proposed Ordinance be passed as
written.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee in regard to rezoning the property as recorLmended and
outlined in proposed Ordinance No. 1388.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, No; Richardsonv Aye; Bruce,
No; Freyman, No; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Davidson, Aye; Tamborini, No;
and Dullahant, Aye. There being 6 Aye's and four No's, the motion carried.
Acting City Clerk Dorothea Gossett read proposed Ordinance No. 1388 changing the
zoning classification of certain tracts in the City from residential to commercial
use and the City Engineer is directed to change the mans of the Zoning Ordinance
of the City to show this change.
After the 2nd and final reading, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1388 be adopted as written.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, No; Richardson, Aye; Bruce,
No; Freyman, No; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Davidson, Aye; Tamborini, No;
and Dullahant, Aye. There being six Aye's and 4 No's, there was a question as to
percentage of majority to pass the motion.
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The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council he would check the Statute Laws
during the recess and report back.
Councilman Richardson informed the Council that he and two representatives -of the
Renton Police Department had investigated Mrs. Kena Jensen's request to allow patrons
waiting to be served, to dance in the Lounge of the Band Box to Music Box music; there
was a question as to whether the patrons were waiting to be served drinks or a meal,
and they had informed Mrs. Jensen that should this request be recommended by the
Committee, that she would be required to purchase a dance license at the regular fee
of $300.00 per year. Mrs. Jensen stated her willingness to abide by the City of Renton
Ordinances if she were granted her request. The Chief of Police will see that the
Band Box is properly policed, if granted a dance license. r
Mayor Baxter stated, in his opinion, this was a very important decision to be made,
that each Councilman should state his views and recommendations as this decision
would set a precedent for similar establishments.
The Police Chief reported that all dance halls in Renton were policed on Friday
and Saturday nights only.
Councilman Bruce stated, in his opinion, granting a license would not effect the
City and as Fraternal Organizations were granted dance permits at a small fee, that
if owners of these establishments were willing to pay the required license fee, the
idea of dancing would stimulate their business.
Councilman Tamborini, stated in his opinion, the City should not discriminate
against any certain persons; that the City should abide entirely by the Ordinance.
Mayor Baxter informed Councilman Richardson that he did not have authority to say
whether "H" Licenses were to be granted to anyone in Renton, that these "H" licenses
were granted by the State under their own restrictions and that in his opinion, there
should be no dancing in an establishment of this kind, not set up for dancing,
especially when minors are allowed in the Band Box, or similar places; that if
licenses were granted to the different establishments, the City would require a
larger Police Force to check up and also, in his opinion, the City would be required
to change the Ordinance to cover this request for permission to dance in such places.
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Councilman Bruce stated, in his opinion, the request by Mrs. Jensen did not con—
flict with the Ordinance and that all requests would have to be considered on their
own merits.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Hansen, that this matter be referred to the COUNCIL AS
A WHOLE and that they be allowed one week to study this Ordinance and problem.
Carried.
Councilman Richardson reported that he and the City Engineer had attended the
Chamber of Commerce meeting on November 8th, also the Retail Trades and Special
Traffic Committee meeting of the Chamber of Commerce and that Councilman :Swift was
prepared to give a report of this meeting at the next Council meeting.
The Chief of Police informed the Councilmen that the parking meters would have to
be overhauled to allow only 15 or 30 minute parking privileges.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was called
to order by mayor Joe R. Baxter.
(LOLL CALL: DEL!1U1MTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSE1 , HAGEN, TRII-1M, DAVIDSON)
TAI130RINI AND DULLAHANT.
Councilman Delaurenti reported that his committee would like to present the pro—
posed CALL FOR BIDS and specifications for the three new prowler cars for the
Police Department.
Dorothea Gossett, Acting City Clerk, read the Call for Bids which stated bids
would be received up to 5:00 o'clock F.M., November 28th or presented to the City
Council at 8:00 o'clock P.M., same date. Specifications for the three four—door,
standard model, black sedans was also read. Specifications can be received from
the City Clerk in the City Hall.
Councilman Delaurenti informed Councilman Richardson that the horsepower was not
included in the specifications to allow all the different manufacturers equal
opportunities to bid; that the Council could determine the best bid when submitted.
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The Police Chief informed Councilman Dullahant that sedans were more satisfactory
as a rowler cars than panel cars.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Police and License Committee. Carried.
Councilman Bruce reported that his Committee recommended that the Cascade Foundry be
allowed to move the door as requested last week, at their own expense. Also, that his
Committee be allowed more time on the request of the lessee of the building at
Liberty Park to cut an exterior doorway through the rear brick wall of the building
to serve the interior stairway and provide additional kitchen space.
�.. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Property Committee in regard to the Cascade Foundry being allowed to move
the door, as requested, at their own expense. Carried.
Mayor Baxter granted the Property Committee more time on the request of the Sweet
Center.
Councilman Richardson reported, as a member of the Street & Alley Committee, that
the Committee had received further complaints in regard to 4th Avenue, West of
Burnett Street from the corner of Burnett Street East of the alley line, where the
railroad's loaded and unloaded cars; that traffic was not permitted to drive through,
and that he had investigated and found that these cars were being loaded and un—
loaded on Isailroad property and it was the recommendation of the City Engineer and
the majority of the Street and Alley Committee that parking be prohibited on the
North side of 4th Avenue from Burnett Street, west to the alley.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the report
of the majority of the Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer as recommended
above. Carried.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that in regard to the roll call
vote on the passing of proposed Ordinance No. 1388, that a majority vote would
be required to pass the Ordinance and their vote was a majority vote.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Davidson that the intersection of Airport
... Way and PainiE,r Avenue is outside of the Renton City Limits, and further stated that
he had received a communication "rom Mr. Dierst, Plant Protection Manager of the
Boeing Airplena Company in regards to complaints at this intersection, and that he
had referred Mr. Dierst' s letter to the State Department of Highway's District
Engineer, Gerard R..Cysewski, and had so informed Mr. Dierst.
Monday, November 20th at 7:00 o'clock P.M., has been set as the date for tho
meeting of the Mayor and COUNCIL AS A WHOL'r_., to decide the action the City of Penton
will take on disposition of the Cedar River and Highlands houses. The City Engineer,
City Attorney and Building Inspector are requested to attend this meeting. The City
Clerk was requested to remind all Councilmen and officials in advance of this
meeting date.
Councilman Delaurenti asked if Don Humble., Renton Housing Director, could. meet
with some of the Councilmen, previous to the meeting to inspect the Highlands
housing. Interested Councilmen will contact Mr. Humble direct.
Mayor Baxter informed the Council that the City of Renton would be host at the next
Association of Valley Cities meeting which would be held in the Fire Hall in Renton
on Wednesday evening, November 29, 1950.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tambori.ni, that the City Clerk and Mayor notify
the Secretary of the Association of Valley Cities of the date set for the meeting
and the City Clerk contact the Fire Chief in regard to the use of the Fire Hall.
Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that all bill approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
CURRENT
Payroll if 'M02.8. 8665-8731
Claim it 74.05 8732
Payroll. if 11.37.92 8733-8745
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CURRENT
Claims " `4379.92 8746-8790
Payroll King County dues 360.00 8791
Claims Current 393.46 8792
Payroll " 7767.36 8793-8871
Cla.iks " 318.35 8872-8875
Payroll " 1164.29 8876-8889
Claims " 167.39 8890-8896
Payroll Withholding Tax 1824.00 8897.
WATER
Payroll " 430.79 8183-8186
Claim
513.25 8187
Payroll 1275.29 8188-8198 .d
Claims - 5593.57 8199-8231
Payroll " 172.99 8232-8234
Claim " 766.80 8235
Payroll " 1279.92 8236-8246
Claims � 627.62 8247
Payroll Withholding Tax a 269.90 8248
STREETS
Payroll 1- 3723.37 5849-5850
Payroll ,',' 1343.38 5851-5865
Claims 2454.71 5866-5899
Payroll ',', 309.33 5900-5904
Claims 1113.07 5905-5907
Payroll ", 1078.24 5908-5918
Claims 3704.36 5919-5920
Payroll " 265.60 5921
SEWER DISPOSAL
Payroll n 741.63 3.990-2000
Claims 460.72 2001-2007
Payroll King County Med, 18.75 2008
Claims 14.48 2009-2010
Payroll 808.96 2011.-2020
AIRPORT
Payroll If 425.97 1026-1031
Claims "; 1656.03 1032-1050
Payroll 197.96 1051-1055
Claims " 242.9.71 10 56-1062
Payroll Withholding Tax 29.50 1063
LIB RY
Claims 11 798.95 2214-2227
Payroll King County vied. 10.50 2228
Claims 18.00 2229
Payroll Library 937.39 2230-2238
Claims it 40.23 2239-2240
PARK
Payroll. " 657.15 1481-1487
Claims " 1638.77 1488-1499
Payroll " 603.00 1500-1506
Claims " 38.76 1507-1509
Payroll Withholding Tax
" 106.50 1510
ATHLETIC
Payroll t+ 237.86 550-553
Claims " 605.08 554-557
Payroll " 248.86 558-561
CU ULATIVE #1183
Payroll if 1220.30 336-346
FIREIMN'S PENSION & RELIEF FUND
Claim 250.00 40-41
14oved by Tamborini., seconded by Richardson, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
Wiley Cr k - City Clerk
J76 R. Baxter - Mayor.
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Renton, Wash
November 21, 1950
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FRI,YMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, TAMBORINI AND DULLAIIANT. (Councilman Davidson was reported ill.)
OFFICIALS AND Dr2ARTMENT 'MEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attorney;
Vincent Stewart, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Dorothea Gossett, City
Treasurer; James Highton, City Fngineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Dave
Pugh, Budget Controller and Walt Will, Building Inspector.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Swift, that the minutes of November 14th 1950 be
aeproved as corrected. Carried.
A communication, signed by Mayor Joe R. Baxter and nine Councilmen representing
the Council as a whole, recommending that the balance of the temporary housing in
the Renton Highlands Project be classified as TEMPORARY dwellings, and requesting the
City Clerk to so notify Mr. M. C. Redman, Housing Director of the Seattle Field
Offi(:e.
Councilman Richardson requested that the three communications that were read at the
Committee meeting on Monday night be read and incorporated in the minutes.
The City Clerk read the communication from Don Humble, Executive Director of the
Housing of the City of Renton, stating that their understanding was that the pur-
pose of the meeting was to discuss the reclassification of demountable housing in
the Renton Highlands and Mr. Barei' s request for permission to acquire the temporary
war apartment structures and other facilities at Cedar River Park to be remodeled
and used as permanent housing, and restating the opinion of the Housing Authority
Commission, that no recommendation for disposition of Cedar River Park Housing be
made until after reclassification of the demountable housing in the Renton Highlands
has been settled. The Renton Highlands housing question must be determined soon
because of the time limit imposed by the_Housing Act of 1950. The same time limit is
not involved in the Cedar River Park decision. The Officials of the Housing Authority
believe there is no urgency involved in the Cedar River Park question and that this
question merits careful consideration by all interested groups prior to its
determination and that the interests of the City of Renton will be best served by
the continuation of the present operation of Cedar River Park in status quo with—
out increasing the rentals beyond the means of the working people who it is intended
to serve.
The City Clerk read a communication from J, M. Clarke, Secretary of the Mayor's
Committee on Disposition of Public Housing stating it would not be possible to
call a meeting of the Mayor's Special Housing Committe, but requested that his name
be withdrawn from the former resolution presented by the Mayor's Committee on
Disposition of Public Housing, said Resolution having recommended the sale of public
housing units in the Renton Highlands, as Mr. Redman, Housing Director for this
district had stated at a recent meeting that public housing was frozen by the
Federal Government, Mr. Clarke stated, in his opinion) that it would be unwise to
take action toward the sale of public housing at this time. Mr. William V. Cowan
a member of the ayor's Special Housing Committee stated this was his feeling in
the matter also.
A communication from W. H. Will, Building Inspector was read, stating, after ex—
amining the houses in the Highlands in regard to classification as temporary or
permanent, he found , (1) Framing 2411 on centers, (2) Single constructed (No
•..• sheeting) , (3) Plumbing very sub—standard., (4) Wiring sub—standard, (5) Foundation
on piers.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council approve the recommen—
dation of the Mayor and Council as a whole and that Mr. Redman be so notified by
the City Clerk. Carried.
The Assistant City Attorney informed Councilman Richardson that a Resolution in
regard to the above proposition, and that same be presented to the Council for
consideration at the present Council meeting. Carried.
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A communication was read from Mayor Joe R. Baxter notifying the Council of
appointments of Dr. John F. Beattie to fill the position of City Health Officer,
a vacancy caused by the death of Dr. C.L. Dixon, former Health Officer, also Ned
Stokes as a member of the Airport Board to replace Mr.. Pay Schneider whose term
expired, and the reappointment of Mr. Richard K. Clarke as a member of the Air-
port Board.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the appoint-
ments by the Mayor. Carried.
A communication was read from Mayor Baxter stating that Mrs. Jensen, owner of the
Band Box, after being advised of Ordinance requirements, would like a Dance 1-Iall
License; that the Chief of Police had investigated and had no objections to
granting the license and that the Mayor was agreeable providing the license meets
with the approval of the Washington State Liquor Control Board. A copy of the
letter is to be furnished the Washington State Liquor Control Board for their in-
formation.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the
Council concur in the recommendation of Mayor Baxter and the Band Box be issued
a license under Ordinance No. 122.9, Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the matter of improvising or drafting
a new Ordinance to cover Dine c'r Dance establishments, that are operating raider an
"H" Liquor License be referred to the Law & O rdinance, Committee and City Attorney
for study and a report back. Carried.
A co=muni::ation received from the Fargo Company (to the attention of the Police
Chief) was read, stating that Geiger Counters can be used to locate radio activity
in the event an Atomic Bomb attack is launched on the West Coast, and offered their
product, the Goldak Geiger Counter for consideration in disaster defense work plans.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to
-loyd Lawrence, Assistant Director of the Disaster Relief Committee. Carried.
A request for a non-conforming permit to build a garage, to be attached to the east
side of his house at 1909 7th Avenue North, Renton Highlands, was received from
Ivan Olson, accompanied by a communication from Mike J. Girias, 1915 7th Avenue
North, granting permission for Mr." Olson to build a garage up to the west side
line of his propert;,r, and a communication signed by the City Engineer and Building
Inspector stating that they recommended that a non-conforming permit be issued Mr.
Olson as his property sloped very steeply to both streets and he could not con-
struct a usable driveway to the rear of his property. The City Engineer stated
that Mr. Olson would have more than five feet from the front property line, but
only about three feet from the back of the property.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that this communication be referred to the
Building Inspector with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Reilly Atkinson, Jr., of H. P. Pratt Company, stating
that a meeting of all concerned would be desirable to clarify the power situation
and to attempt to define an overall program, particularly with reference to
Enumclaw, Kent and Renton. They request that the Association of Valley Cities
meeting at Renton on November 29, 1950 be primarily devoted to the power question,
as it affects all municipalities in the Valley.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had subsequently learned that the subject "Work of the
State Highway Department in connection with City thoroughfares" was to be the
topic for discussion by the Association of Valley Cities at the meeting, but he
felt that the question of power should be given due consideration also.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the State and County had appropriated funds for
the proposed Eagle Gorge Dam and asked if the Council should not investigate this
project further.
Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary of the Renton Chamber of Commerce stated that he
hed been informed that no money was to be appropriated by the Government at this
Session of Congress for construction of the proposed Eagle Gorge Dam, in view of
the Korean war.
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A communication was read from V. M. Murray, District Manager of the Bonneville Power
Administration (to Mayor Baxter) acknowled;ing his letter of November 1, 1950 and
stating that they do not now have sufficient power to supply all the present public
agency requirements on a firm basis, and that the Administration is not now in a
Position to offer any new public agency a long-term contract for immediate delivery
of firm power; that they could enter into a 20 year contract to furnish municipal
operation requirements for the city, subject to the provision that until May 1953
and possibly May 1954) deliveries could be curtailed by the Administration, if
necessary, when the flow in the Columbia River falls below average. During such
periods of curtailment, the City would have the right to make any other arrangements
for power, which it could, to supply its load. If the present schedules of construc-
tion for Hungry Horse and McNary Dams, and the completion of Albeni Falls Dam, should
... not be maintained, and the time when power becomes available from these dams is thus
posponed, the period during which the Administration may curtail deliveries would
have to be extended accordingly. Mr. Murray stated that he would like to discuss this
question in a more complete detail with the Consulting Engineers and at a later date
meet with the Mayor and Councilmen. Two copies of their wholesale rate schedules and
two copies of their standard contract provisions, applying to Renton were attached.
Duplicate copies of the communication from Mr. Murray together attachments mentioned
therein were furnished the engineer and attorney.
Mayor Baxter stated his copy of the letter and both attachments would be placed on
file for anyone to see.
A 'General-Interest Notice' from Jack Schneider, Manager of the Renton Airport was
read advising a change in-low frequency transmitting facilities and stating that
the Tower will be operated on a 7 day week from 0900 until 1700 PST, and miscellaneous
other general information.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication filed.
A communication was read from James L. Highton, City Engineer stating that after
meeting with a representative group of the City employees in regard to the retire-
ment plan, he had been informed that it was the opinion of the employees that the
provisions of the retirement plan had been misrepresented to them and they would like
the matter clarified.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Clerk contact Mr. Donald
G. Sampson, sonsultant from the Association of Washington Cities at the University
of Washington who explained this plan to the City, and arrange a meeting for the
City employees with Mr. Sampson.
Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce stated that Mr. Sampson
was invited to speak before the Chamber's luncheon on Wednesday, November 22nd and
he would ask him to stop by the City Clerk's Office for an interview.
The City Clerk read a communication from J. G. Baldwin, of the Sales Department
of the Pennsylvania Salt Manufacturing Company expressing their appreciation far
this years contract for furnishing the City with chlorine and enclosing a similar
contract to the one now in force,for the coming year.
The City Clerk advised the Council that the liquid chlorine contract was alternated
each year between the Hooker Electrical-Chemical Company and the Pennsylvania Salt
Manufacturing Company, both of Tacoma, that their service and product was equally
good, and the bid submitted was the same. Also, at this time, the call for bids
should be published for 'Official and Legal Publications'- for the year 1951" as
well as the 'gasoline contract' for the coming year.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the City Clerk's
recommendation for the publishing of the three 'Call for Bids' aforementioned.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter requested that the Ordinance Committee and City Attorney redraft the
City Ordinance covering the status and duties of the Superintendent of Utilities;
that the City Engineer be in charge of the Street Department and the Superintendent
of Utilities be in charge of the Sewer Disposal, Water Department and Garbage
collection.
Councilman 1lichardson stated that under provisions of a 2nd Class City,._Renton
should have a Commissioner of 1treets.
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Moved by Dela.urenti, seconded by Hansen, that the Law & Ordinance Committee and
City Attorney, draft such an Ordinance and present to the Council for their con-
sideration. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe Ft. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FRFYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 789 stating that the demountable units
and structures in the Renton Highlands, are determined and classified by the City
Council to be of a temporary nature and character. .r
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the Council a dopt proposed Resolution
No. 789, as read. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee introduced Proposed Ordinance No. 1391, to be put on its
first reading, declaring that an emergency exists and appropriating monies from
the various city funds for the purpose of providing for payment of the necessary
expenses and capital outlay necessitated by such emergency. From the Current
Expense 5'and: Taxes and Assessments 03500.00. Water Department Fund: Power,
$2000.00; Water tank and appurtenances, $8000.00. Airport Fund: Power & Water,
$6000.00; Improvement of Airport runways and areas, $7150.00 and purchase of hangar
structures, 7161500.00. A total for operation and maintenance, ?11,500.00 and
Capital Outlay, $312650.00, a grant total of , 43,1/+0.00. (This ordinance is an
emergency ordinance which shall not be voted upon until one week shall have elapsed
after its introduction and a copy published as a proposed Ordinance, together with
a notice of time set for hearing on same.
After the first reading of proposed Ordinance #13912 it was moved by Swift, seconded
by Delaurenti, that proposed Ordinance No. 1391 be referred to the City Clerk for
publication as a proposed Ordinance including a notice of public hearing on same
at the Council meeting December 52 1950. Carried.
Councilman Swift r?ported that his committee had met with the Chamber of Commerce
Retail Trade Committee to get their views on the 12 recommendations as suggested
by the Chamber of Commerce Retail Trade Committee.
(Below are the recommendations of the Chamber of Commerce Retail Trade Committee
prefixed by a numeral and the recommendations of the Street and Alley Committee
to the Fetail Trade Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, prefixed by Rec.)
1. 30 minute parking on Third Avenue between Burnett Street and Main Street.
(Rec. 'tno left turn between 4 and 5 P.M., no parking on last 3 meters on
each block on the right hand side.")
2. 30 minute parking on Wells Street between Second Avenue and Walla. Walla
Street.
(Ree. 1130 minute parking at any time of day.")
The Chief of Police informed the Council that the complete meter arrangement
would have to be changed to provide 30 minute parking.
3. 15 minute parking on Williams Street between Third Avenue and Walla Walla
Street - both sides.
(Rec. "15 minute parking would allow the necessary time for short business
transactions.")
4. 15 Minute parking on Main Street in front of and directly opposite the
Liquor Store for the space of four cars.
(Rec. "only 15 minute parking be allowed in front of and directly opposite
the Liquor store for a space of 4 cars.")
5. Two (2) hour parking south of Walla Walla Street on Wells Street and Williams
Street and Fourth Avenue.
(Rec. "that the 2 hour parking south of Walla Walla Street on Wells Street,
Williams Street and Fourth Avenue was a worthwhile thought.")
(Rec. 5-A. "Eliminate Walla. Walla parking the same on North side as South
side.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman that recommendations one through 5-A, be re-
ferred to the Street & Alley Committee and Police Department with authority to
make a survey to find the cost of installations of these meters to care for the
change in parking time and report back. Carried.
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6. Loading Zone (5 minute) — one on each end of the block. Third and Main, Third
and Wells, Third and Williams.
(Rec. "Agreed that a loading zone (lon"er than 5 minutes) on each end of the
blocks, Third & Main, Third & Williams be allowed".)
7. No bus stop on Third & Main — going West. Move to Second & Wells. (Rec.
"Controversial. No comment.")
8. Lower traffic; signals or move to side of street — Walla Walla & Main. (Rec.
"Agreed it was better to post zoning sign on street or side of road to
warn motorists the signs were there and that they were approaching traffic
lightq than to lower traffic signals or move to side of street on Walla
Walla & Main.")
9. One—ivay street on Mill Street between Walla Walla to Bronson way, going
north.
(Ree. "Controversial. No comment.")
10. Correct traffic lights on Houser Way (at the intersection of 3rd Avenue,
Main & Walla Walla, to and including the intersection of Mill & Walla Walla
with Houser Way) and remove sand bags.
(Rec. 11 Controversial. No comment.")
11. Correct timing on traffic lights at Main Street, Wells Street and Williams
Street on Third Avenue.
(Rec. "Timing seems to have been corrected or working more timely at
these intersections. ALSO recommend that these lights tie—in with the
Fire Department, to stop traffic in case of an emergency,")
12. Thru traffic land in front of Stenierts Cafe, Bronson Way & Park Street
and "No Parking" zone.
(Rec. "thru traffic lane in front of Stenierts Cafe, on Bronson Way and
Park Street would jeopardize traffic in cross—iralk, and a no parking
zone in front of Steniers would be the beginning of many such requests.")
Councilman Reid stated that the Chamber of Commerce Retail Trade Committee does not
realize the expense and detail required to put their recommendations into
.... effect; that they should meet with the Traffic Division of the Police Depart—
ment and Street & Alley Committee and present back to the City Council the
result of their survey.
Councilman Swift reported that his committee, the Police & License Committee
and Engineering Department are planning on committee meetings on Monday nights
and are contemplating asking Captain McCarthy or Sergeant Isackson to attend.
Mayor Baxter granted the Police & License Committee more time to meet with
the Windsor Hills residents regarding the change in bus service to Windsor
Hills.
Councilman Delaurenti ststed that the Power Committee had met with the City
Engineer in regard to street lights at 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue on Morris
Street and recomrnend.ed that lights be put in. The City Engineer will have
cost figures for these lights at the next meeting of the Council. The Mayor
granted the Power Committee more time.
The Property Committee was granted more time on the matter of a door in
the rear of the Sweet Center Building,
Councilman Dullahant was informed that it had been determined that it would
be less expenseive for Renton to buy their water from the City of Seattle
than pipe a main across the street to the Airport as most of the consumers
were lease holders on the Airport and were paying for their own water.
Councilman i'ichard.son furnished all Councilmen with a copy of the proposed
Garbage Ordinance. A copy is also to be forwarded to the Highlands
Community Club.
Moved by Swift, seconded by hichardson, that the City Engineer be instructed
to install a pedestrian cross—Walk light on Wells .Street between 2nd and
3rd Avenue. Carried.
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Moved by Hagen, seconded by Delaurenti, that the matter of installation of a h
street light at the corner of 7th and Shattuck-be referred to the Light and
Power Coxnittee for a report back. Carried.
Councilman Reid requested that the City Engineer investigate the idea of relining
water-pipes-with concrete to make them more lasting, stating that several cities
on the West Coast have tried out this idea and found it very successful.
Councilman Reid informed Mayor Baxter that Puget Sound Power and Light Company
was supposed to repair and install the old lights from 3rd Avenue down Rainier'
Avenue to Airport Way. The City Clerk stated that Puget Sound Power and Light
Company had been so notified.
The City Engineer stated that the Earlington petition for sewage disposal would
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be presented at the next Council meeting.
The Park Superintendent stated that he had received aletter from the Puget
Sound Power & Light Company in regard to the preliminary title report on the 10
acres on Renton Hill, being used as a Park, and this letter had been referred to
the City Attorney for his advice in regard to same.
The Assistant City Attorney informed theCouncilthat the City would have to
prove by suit that they had held adverse possession for ten years of the road
along the South side of the river from Williams Street to Logan Street in order
to take legal action for possession of same.
Councilman Richardson stated that there was a road through this underpass when
the property was held by the Renton Fish and Game Club.
The City Engineer informed the Council that he had received fairly definite
assurance from the King County Planning Commission that they do know where they
are going to route the proposed highway thru penton, but they are not willing to
divulge where the Highway will go.
Mayor Baxter stated, in his opinion, the City should not push the purchase of the
property between Williams and Logan Street along the South bank of Cedar River,
until it has been determined where the State Highway will be routed.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Dullahant, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:15 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Wash
November 28, 1950
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAUR&WI, RICHARDSON0JIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
TAMBORI1,7I, DAVIDSON AND DULLAHANT.
ROLL CALL OF OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT MEADS: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attorney;
Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City
Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon,
Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport PManager; Dave Pugh, Budget Controller
and Walt Will_, Building Inspector.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of November 21st be
approved as corrected. Carried.
APPLICATI( NS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO AMOUNT NAPE ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2356 280:00 Dr. Kegwin 1010 2nd Ave rewire for new service
7 150.00 Dowl Delaurenti 202 Burnett St. erect garage
8 11250.00 Robert Pratt 8452 .136th S. repair foundation
9 Renton Optical Third St, change plumbing
2360 Margaret Garbarino 13210 91st S. install furnace
1 100.00 Faul Thomas 535 Morris St. rewire for range
2 150.00 Mary .Miller 814 3rd Ave. N. enclose porch
3 50.00 J. Holma 3rd & Mill wood sign
4 800.00 John R. Cox 2105 6th Place build basement
5 400.00 J. M. Stewart 550 E. Street erect garage
6 100.00 Singer Sewing Machine 224 Wells install gas 'neater
7 100.00 Long Acres Cafe 909 3rd Ave. install gas heater
8 100.00 Leno Azzola 315 3rd Ave. install gas heater
9 Pontiac Garage 3rd & Logan install plumbing
70 Singer Sewing Machine 224 Wells install plumbing
1 25.00 E. J. Pirie 120 Williams St. wire for elec. stove
2 350.00 Cascade Foundry Motherss Park Area build furnace room
3 75.00 N. M. Ghione 44 Tobin Ave. carport
4 Phillip Ozbolt 88th St. install broiler
5 200.00 Episcopal Church 7 Wells St. Add'n to building
6 70.00 Minnie Smothers 88 Burnett St. erect chimney
7 200.00 Darwin Bainton 2120 9th Ave. erect footings in bsmnt.
8 350.00 Daisy Kimball 440 Windsor Way erect basement
9 500.00 George Jacobson 2 405 6th Ave. N. wire for basement
80 10,000.00 Powell Mfg. Company 6th N. & Wells erect building
The City Clerk read an inovice from Ira S. Harding covering the balance due- on the
construction of the Yennydale water tank in the amount of $3301.80.
The City Engineer recommended that payment be withheld until he had an opportunity
to make final inspection of this installation.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the City Engineer. Carried.
A communication was read from Dorothy Serra of the B & B Market 12309 S.L. 128th,
stating there is a need for a pedestrian crossing between their market and the
Highlands, as there is a large percentage of children crossing this intersection.
r Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the Street and Alley
Committee for a report back. Carried.
Councilman Bruce suggested that the Street & Alley Committee check the gas station
at the intersection of 4th Avenue at Sunset Boulevard, as there was a question of
violation of a City Ordinance. Councilman Richardson stated, in his opinion, this
was a matter for the Police Department.
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A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, stating that he had
checked the petition of the Earlington Addition for a proposed sanitary sewer system,
and had determined that by deleting a portion of the total addition south of 140th
Street, they had a favorable petition of 63%. The petition as presented, has been
approved by the Earlington Addition Committee and the City Engineer recommended that
the City Council take favorable action in the formation of a local improvement
district for this project.
In answer to a request for information, the City Engineer informed Councilman
Swift that the petition for Earlington sewers, as presented, was sufficient to
start estimates on the proposed improvement.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hagen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the City Engineer and that he be instructed to proceed with the formation of a
Local Improvement District for Earlington Addition sewers. Carried.
November 28, 1950 being the date set for the opening of bids for three (3) prowler
cars for the Police Department, the City Clerk proceeded with the opening and
reading of bids as follows:
TOTAL CERTIFIED TRADE-IN NET COST
COMPANY MAKE BID C!JfECK ALLOWANCE (LESS SALES TAX)
HANSEN BUICK CO. BUICK '7148.70 �?207.40 '3000.00 $4148.70
BARNARD MOTORS STUDEBAKER 7897.50 145.00 4997.50 2900.00
HUB CITY CHEV. CHEVROLET 5013.00 3085.00 1928.00
WHITE-POPE INC. FORD 250.00 1407.00
DEXTER-TONKIN HUDSON 7403.40 - 4420.00 -2980.00
FRANK E. RHODES STUDEBAKER 4882.65 300.00 3015.13 1867.52 (Bid #1)
(Champion - 85 Horsepower)
STUDE3AKER 5452.65 - 3015.23 2437.42 (Bid #2)
(Champion - 85 Horsepower, including automatic transmission)
STUDAKER 5143.65 - 3015.96 2127.69 (Bid #3)
(Champion - 85 Horsepower, including overdrive transmission)
STUDE13AKER 5679.90 - 3015.30 2664,60 (Bid 14)
(Commander - 120 HP, V8) -
STUDEBAKER 5958.90 3015.67 2943.23 (Bid #5)
(Commander- overdrive transmission)
" STUDEBAKER 6249.90 - 3015.40 3234.50 (Bid #6)
(Commander - V8, 120 HP, including automatic transmission)
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that these bids be referredto a Committee
consisting of the Council as a whole, the City Attorney, City Clerk and Chief of
Police. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAU ENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RIMh4,
REID, TAMBORINI, DAVIDSON 1ND DULLAHANT,
Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council reported that the Cor.L*aittee had
thoroughly reviewed all bids received and had recommended that the Council accept
the bid from White-Pope, Inc., for three, 100 horsepower, V-8 Motor, 1951 Ford
Deluxe sedans, as per specifications, at a total cost of '1407.00, plus State Sales
Tax and plus trade-in of the three 1949 Pontiac's as listed on the bid sheet.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Committee. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Certified checks received
from the firms whose bids were not accepted be returned. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Ordinance No. 1392.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1392 amending Ordinance No. 1317, re-
lating to organization and officers of the City. Section 2 of Ordinance No. 1317
is amended by adding,
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SUPERINTENDENT OF UTILITIES - appointive - term 2 years - salary as fixed in
City Budget.
Section 5, of Ordinance No. 1317 is amended to read, CITY ENGINLMIS duties
shall be eligible for appointment to the office or Street Commissioner. The se-_u rate
office of Superintendent of Utilities is created and established, effective
January 1, 1951, at a salary as fixed in the City Budget; duties to include super-
vision of water and sewer utilities and of garbage disposal. All remaining portions
of ection 5, in regard to extra duties of City Clerk, City Treasurer and Chief of
Police shall remain as given in Ordinance No. 1317, as well as appointment and
duties of the President of the Council.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that proposed Ordinance No. 1392 be
r. referred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter informed the Council that the proposed Ordinance stated that the City
Engineer shall be eligible for appointment as Street Commissioner but that the
office of City Engineer did not include the duties of that office; that the
Superintendent of Utilities is a separate office and. includes supervision of water
and sewer utilities and of garbage disposal.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1392.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that proposed Ordinance No. 1392, be
placed on its second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Delaurenti, seconded by
Richardson, that proposed Ordinance No. 1392 be accepted as written.
A roll call vote being taken, and all Councilmen voting Aye, the motion carried
unanimously.
The Street & Alley Committee presented a petition, signed by property owners of
all 21 lots of Block 12, Renton Highlands Addition to Renton, for an easement,
in consideration of CITE DOLLAR and other valuable considerations, and of the
Grantee vacating an alley consisting of "the northerly and southerly one-half
( g feet ) of the present alley abutting the northerly and southerly (respectively)
line of the following tracts; Lots 1 to 21, inclusive, Block 12, Renton Highlands
Addition to Renton, situated in King County, State of Washington", giving the
Grantee the easement upon described land..
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that this petition be referred to the City
Engineer and City Attorney to check on the legality and report back. Carried.
Councilman Swift of the Street & Alley Committee reported that his committee had
met with the City Engineer on Monday evening, November 27th and discussed over-
all traffic control maintenance, street 7 sidewalk repair and improvement and
further stated that they were attempting to formulate a plan which will be good
for the next three or four years, that the council could include in their future
budget hearings; that by the next Council meeting his committee hoped to have a
tangible plan to present to the Council, that this was just a committee report.
Councilman Bruce stated that December 30th was the deadline date on the Haag
Lease and suggested that the City Attorney be requested to have this space vacated
as soon as possible.
Councilman Bruce informed the Council that this problem was left in the hands
of the Property Committee without power to act and that the rent was a consider-
able amount in arrears.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Property Committee, City Attorney,
City Treasurer and Mayor be given power to act in regard to the matter of
collecting money due from the Haag Company in Mothers Park Addition and of vacating
said space as of November 30, 1950. Carried.
Councilman Reid informed Councilman Dullahant that the traffic signal light
control for the lith & Factory intersection had been received yesterday and that
Puget Sound Power and Light Company had stated they would transfer the light from
in front of the High school to the lith and Factory intersection in the immediate
future, and further stated that he will check immediately with the Engineer in
regards to this light and other lights throughout Renton.
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Councilman Reid reported that his committee recommended two lights on 7th Avenue
and ''hattuck Street, one between 6th and 7th Avenue in the middle of the block on
Shattuck and one on the corner of 7th and Shattuck.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the committee and a letter be sent to the Puget Sound Power and Light
Company with this request. Carried.
Councilman Reid reported that he and the City Engineer had investigated the inter-
section of "G't Street and t'G" Place in the Highlands and his committee recommended
that the two lights needed be installed, and that this request be included in the
previous letter to the Puget Sound Power & Light Company.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Light & Power Committee. Carried.
The City Clerk stated that he had discussed the matter of a "Payroll Fund" and a
Material and Supplies Fund", with Mr. Sampson from the University of Idashington
'and that Mr. Sampson recommended that the City Clerk, City Attorney and Budget
Controller request an interview with. Mr. Lawrence Hubble, Chief Examiner of the
Division of Municipal Corporations and see what procedure can be followed to
initiate such a policy. Mr. Sampson further recommended to the City Clerk, in re-
gard to errors made in computing priority service of City employees, already sub-
mitted, could be corrected and revised with evidence shown of a longer priority
service and same presented in Resolution Form to the Statewide City Employees Re-
tirement Fund Board for their consideration. The City Clerk stated he would en-
deavor to compile all necessary information and transmit same to the City Attorney,
and recommended that a Resolution be presented at the next Council meeting re-
garding same.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in Mr. Sampsonts
recommendation and that the City Clerk, City Attorney and Budget Controller contact
Mr. Hubble, Chief Examiner of the Division of Municipal Corporations and arrange
an interview to investigate this proposed plan for a "Payroll Fund" and "Material
and Supplies Fund". Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the City Clerkts
recommendation and that the City Attorney be instructed to draft a Resolution
covering errors in previously submitted prior service records of certain City
employees. Carried.
Upon the recommendation of Mayor Baxter, it was moved by Delaurenti, seconded by
Swift, that the Property Committee bring in their recommendation in regards to
Insurance Contracts for the City of Renton. Carried.
More time was granted the Civil Defense Committee in regards to their needs. Mayor
Baxter requested they bring their report to the Council as soon as possible.
The Fire Chief is reported to be hold 1st Aid Classes on Tuesday evenings, and
requested to be excused from Council meetings temporarily.
The City Clerk reported to the Council, that after considerable discussion with
the Budget Controller, that the Clerk and Budget Controller recommended to the
Council that a "Call for Bids" be issued for the maintenance of street signal
lights as a matter of economy regarding same; that at the present time this matter
is being taken care of by a local electrical service firm on a 'time and materials
basis, but in the opinion of the Clerk and Budget Controller, a "Call for Bids' on
this service should be published.
The Budget Controller stated that in his opinion this matter should not be handled
on strictly a 'material and labor' basis, but that by "Calling for Bids"9 the City
could possibly realize quite a saving.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that this matter be referred to the
Light and Pourer Committee to meet with the City Clerk and Budget Controller and
come back with their recommendation. Carried.
Mayor Baxter requested that the Chairman of the Public Relations Committee contact
the School Authorities in regard to off-street parking.
Councilman Richardson stated that he had contacted the sshool authorities and they
wished to continue as they are now doing until spring, when the contemplated
black-topping of Second Avenue would be completed, and at that time they antici-
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additional space for their help and teachers parking.
Councilman Davidson reported that the Seattle Water Department had been contacted
with reference to securing the triangle space in front of the school for parking
purposes.
The City Engineer stated that narking areas should be incorporated in the prelimin—
ary plans for the improvement of Second Avenue.
roved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
Irrn meeting adjourned at 10:00 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Wash
December 5, 1950
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 O'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYI'%_N, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRI,11c-1,,
DAVIDSON) REID) TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Assist—
and City Attorney, Gerard Shellan; Police Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd
Lawrence; City Clerk., Wiley Crook; City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer,
James Highton; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack Schneider nr
and Dave Pugh, Budget Controller.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the November 30th
meeting be approved as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from the Pacific Car and Foundry Company, signed by W.H.
Scudder, Scretary, requesting permission be granted to use city—owned property for
parking accommodations for employees cars. Subject property being the west 80 feet
of the alley in block 13, in the Car Works Addition to Renton, as they .find it
necessary to utilize present parking space on their premises in order to property
perform under contracts with the U. S. Armed Forces.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Street and
Alley Committee and City Engineer with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from George 11. Shearer, District Engineer, signed by G.R.
Cypsewski, District Traffic Engineer, stating that the former policy prohibiting
any suspension of signs, banners or decorations above the portion of such street
between curbs or portions used for highway purposes up to a vertical height of 20
feet above the surface of roadway on City streets that form the routes of State
Highways within an incorporated City, and the discreptionary power as to height
limitations shall be determined by the District Engineers) subject to local con—
ditions, and in no event shall any signs, etc.., be so located as to screen or shield
the visibility of any necessary traffic control device for the efficient operation of
motor vehicle traffic upon city streets. The erection of banners with a clearance M
of over 20 feet, in accordance with this policy will be subject to Municipal Juris—
diction, whereas in cases where 20 feet clearance will not be maintained, permiss—
ion must be obtained from the District Engineer's office. Thier office will issue
permits for erection of banners across State Highways provided the absolute minimum
clearance is not less than 15 feet and said banners are not closer than 150 feet
to a signal, flashing beacon or crosswalk luminaire. A written permit must be ob—
tained in each case.
After a short discussion, Councilman Delaurenti stated, in his opinions this com—
munication should be referred to the City Engineer to check with Mr. George H.
Shearer, District Engineer of the State Highway Department regarding same.
A petition was read, signed by 36 property owners, requesting better lighting
on Burnett Street south, from Walla Walla to Seventh Avenue. The present lighting
is very inadequate due to many box cars standing on the side tracks.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, seconded by Freyman, that this petition
be referred to the Light and Power Committee and City Engineer, to investigate and
report back, in r egard to the number of lights required and the approximate cost
of installation. Carried.
A communication was read from W. U. Sluman requesting permission to install one
(1) pinball machine in his place of business, known as "Herbert's Sherbet Shop",
315 — 3rd Avenue, Renton. This business place is under new management.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullaha.nt, that this be referred to the POLICE
& LICENSE COMMITTEE and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
A communication was received from if. L. Greenfield, R. 3, Box 5010, a resident of
Renton for the past 10 years, requesting permission +t.a sell Xmas trees on a lot
located at 2nd & Burnett Street for approximately two weeks, from December 8th, up
to and including December 24th2 midnight. Mr. Greenfield has previously contacted
the Chief of Police in this regard.
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Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that permission be granted to Mr. Green-
field to sell Xmas trees on said lot, under the supervision of the Fire Chief and
Police Chief. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that an attached petition
for rezoning has been checked and is in order, subject to Council approval.
A petition was read from Sam Pappas, 206 Sunset Boulevard, Renton, requesting
the rezoning of 11a portion of the N.E. J of ,Section 17, Township 23, north,
Range 5 East", from residential use to Commercial use district including the sig-
natures of 9 property owners, of not less than 51 percent of all property in the
City lying within 200 feet of the above described tract, streets and alleys excepted,
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and having frontage upon any street passing through or adjoining the above- des-
cribed tract proposed for rezoning, stating they consent to changing the classi-
fication of the above described tract to Commercial Use District.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this petition be referred to the Planning
Commission. Carried.
A communication was read from F. A. Grabner, General Manager of Lake Shore Lines,
enclosing a copy of Supplement No. 1 to Tariff No. 30, suspending fares named therein,
which were to become effective December 1, 1950 by order of the Washington Public
Service Commission, dated at Olympia, November 27, 1950, by cause. The communication
was ordered filed.
A communication was read from F. A. Grabner, General Manager of Lake Shore Lines,
stating on August 30, 1950, damage was sustained to a tire on one of their busses
operating in Renton Transit service, amounting to X105.24.. caused by striking a
manhole at 5th Avenue North and "I" Street, Renton Highlands; that a claim was made
to the Anchor Casualty Company and on September 15th, Gould & Gould, Insurance
General Agents, denied the claim. That on November 7th 1950 reconsideration was re-
quested and to date they have not had a reply. Copies of all reports and letters
submitted were enclosed to provide essential facts for Council consideration. In
the opinion of Lake Shore Lines representatives, the damage was sustained in the
legal and regular performance of service beyond normal wear and tear and was caused
by circumstances beyond their control and they fee 1 they are entitled to reim-
bursement for damage. Further, as the responsbile Insurance Company denies this
r.. claim, the Lake Shore Lines representatives request consideration and advice from
the Renton City Council as to what steps should be taken to achieve settlement..
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that this communication be referred to
the Property Committee and City Attorney for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Volunteer Fire Department, signed by
J. W. Reans, Secretary-Treasurer, listing the names of 21 members entitled to
receive :26.00 per man for their services for the year 1950, a total amount of
$546.00 as authorized by Ordinance.
The City Clerk informed the Council that in order to meet requirements of the State
Examiner every man should sign the voucher opposite his name showing the amount
he received and recommended that the same be done. Moved by Richardson, seconded
by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the City Clerk. Carried.
A statement was read from the King County Health Department for Sanitary Inspec-
tion Service rendered to the City of Renton during the month of November by Dr.
, Emil E. Palmquist, Director of Public Health, in the amount of $175.00. Moved by
Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that this statement be referred to the Finance
Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Central Labor Council, signed by Opal
Chatwick, Secretary, requesting that a representative committee from the Renton
City Council meet with the Renton Central Labor Council Committee, consisting
of Messrs. Reans, Wege, Fouty and Quigley, to study rent control. They request
they be notified of a time and place for the proposed meeting, so they may notify
their committee.
Councilman Bruce stated he understood that the deadline for deciding rent control
had been extended 90 days frem December 302 1950. The Assistant City Attorney
informed the Council that at the present time Congress could only extend the Rent
Control deadline of December 30th for a 90 day period.
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Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that a committee be appointed by Mayor
Baxter to meet with the committee from the Central Labor Council and report back.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed a Rent Control Committee with Councilman Delaurenti, Chair-
man and Councilmen Bruce, Tamborini, Reid and Richardson as members.
Upon the recommendation of Mayor Baxter, it was moved by Richardsons seconded by
Bruce, that the communication from Mr. Redman requesting further information in re-
gard to Renton Council action in declaring the Renton Highlands Housing units as
"Temporary" be referred to the City Attorney, City Engineer and Building Ins-
pector to draft the necessary papers to complete this report from Mr. Redman.
Carried.
A communication was read from Fred W. Hall, of the Malone Hotel, 2nd and Alder
requesting permission to operate the Malone Hotel as of December 1, 1950. Mr. Hall
agrees to abide by all the laws and ordinances of the City of Renton governing
same.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freeman, that Mr. Hall be notified that permission
is granted, providing a "Certificate of Occupancy" if obtained, under the super-
vision of the Police Department. Carried.
Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary of the Renton Chamber of Commerce, requested that
the Mayor appoint a Committee to sit in with the Chamber's Board of Directors for
a short meeting, before or after their regular luncheon on Wednesday, to consider
the advisability of the Council recommending to the Federal Housing Authority
that "Renton is in need of -rental housing." The Chamber does not propose to back
any individual or corporation, Mr. Reynolds stated, but they do recommend that app-
roximately144 units of Federal Housin one to three bedroom type, in the rental
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bracket of between 065.00 to '95.00 per month be requested. The Chamber is en-
deavoring to locate someone with private capital, who with the assistance of the
Federal Government could finance such housing. They would like this information in-
corporated in a letter, and a copy forwarded to the Federal Housing Authority in
Washington, D. C., and a copy to the Air Force Office.
Councilman I'Lichardson stated he had previously discussed this matter with Mr.
Reynolds, but in his opinion, the Council was not in a position, without more of
the facts, to vote on this question tonight.
The time of 11:00 o'clock A.M., Wednesday, December 6th, before the Chamber of
Commerce meeting was agreed on for a special meeting with the Chamber's Board of
Directors.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that a committee consisting of as many Council-
men as possibly can, attend this meeting. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was called
to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALIF: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIPIM,
DAVIDSON-, REID, TAIYSORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Councilman .Swift reported that the Street and Alley Committee had met Monday eve-
ning in regard to the improvement of streets and his committee would like to make
recommendations on the most vital needs of the City of Renton at the present time.
1. Improvement of `second Avenue and Logan Street west to Rainier Avenue.
(a) Black topping, with curb on one side and necessary drainage.
The Street & Alley Committee recommends that the City Engineer be empowered to
proceed with drawings and specifications on this improvement before an ,L.I.D., is
formed, so that this improvement can be completed without any further delay in
plans, by Spring of 1951.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
2. Improvement of the south side of Third Avenue & Shattuck Street to Rainier
Avenue, including incessary drainage. (sidewalks and curbs)
The Street & Alley Committee recommended that the proper procedure be followed and
an L.I.D., be instigated so that the necessary preliminary work will be completely
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prepared and the City can proceed with the L.I.D., in the Spring of 1951.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hagen, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Street �& Alley Committee. Carried.
The Street and Alley Committee presented two propositions to the City Council. They
recommended that the City Clerk contact the respective secretaries of the Maplewood
and Windsor Hills Community Clubs and notify them that the Council proposes to improve
these two district by the formation of an L.I.D., or other feasible plan and request
a committee representing each of these two clubs to be present at subsequent Street
and Alley Committee meetings on Monday evenings at 7:00 P.M., in case they have
other recommendations to present. The Street & Alley Committee would like to present
w.m their intentions at such a meeting.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
The Street & Alley Committee requested that the Ordinance Committee investigate the
matter of stores' refuse being swept into streets and gutters, and in order to
eliminate such practice, recommended that the Ordinance Committee check into this
matter and bring back a report and recommendation.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Trimin, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Street and Alley Co-Imittee and that the Ordinance Committee study this problem
and bring back- a report and recommendation on same. Carried.
The Street and Alley Committee requested that the Light and Power Committee meet with
their committee next Monday evening, December 11th 1950 at 7:30 o'clock P.M.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Ordinance No. 1394.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1394, repealing in full ordinance No.
1359 which was an Ordinance of the City of Renton requiring the licensing of
"Shuffle Boards" fixing License fees, defining offenses and providing a penalty for
the violation thereof.
Moved by Tri.mm,, seconded by Hagen, that proposed Ordinance No. 1394 be referred to
r the Ordinance Committee for their recommendation. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1394. Moved
by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the recommendation of the
Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1394 be placed on its second
and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by
Delaurenti, that Ordinance No. 1394 be passed as read.
A roll call vote being taken and all twelve Councilmen voting AYE, the motion un—
animously carried.
Councilman Delaurenti reported that the Police & License Committee had met with
representatives of the Windsor Hills Community in regard to bus schedules and
service and that in his opinion they had arrived at a satisfactory solution for all
concerned.
Councilman Bruce reported that arrangements had been made for the Property Committee
to meet with Insurance Representative Davis and Mr. Dobson, in Mr. Davis' Office,
Saturday morning at 11:00 o'clock in regards to the allotment of insurance for the
City of Renton and stated they would take up the matter of the Claim for Damages
by the Lake Shore Lines against the City of Renton at that time. Councilman Bruce
stated that the City Attorney and Assistant City Attorney should be complimented
on concluding the Haag Manufacturing Company business relations with the City of
Renton, that the City had already received substantial payment on the outstanding
rent and were promised more in the immediate future and that the Company had re—
moved its equipment and business from City property.
Councilman Hansen reported to the Council that he had checked with the various
departments of the City and had found that all employees arrive at and depart
from their work at scheduled times. The time is set by the Heads of the different
departments. Employees working overtime are either paid for their overtime work
or given compensatory time off. Those employees called out on emergency work are
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paid overtime. The Committee feels that Department Heads are responsible for the
employees arrival and departure time, as well as lunch periods and any overtime,
and that the respective Department Heads should see that each employee maintains
the schedule set up for them without deviation; that Department Heads investigate
rumors that these schedules are not maintained, to see that regular schedules are
maintained.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that each Department Head check their
employees working schedules and see they are maintained. Carried.
Councilman Reid requested more time on the problem of lighting for sections of
Renton as he is endeavoring to incorporate other lighting problems in the same VON
project.
Mayor Baxter granted the Light ?c Power Committee more time on the problem of
additional lighting facilities for the City of Renton.
Mayor Baxter stated he hoped to have all the different Committee's and Boards
approved by the end of December to enable the City Clerk to have small cards
printed with this information complete.
Upon the advice of Councilman Swift, that the Street & Alley Committee meetings
on Monday evenings lasted approximately one hours, Councilman Richardson requested
that a Council as a whole meet on Monday evening at 8:30 o'clock P.M., to further
discuss the proposed Garbage Ordinance. The City Clerk will notify all Council—
men of this meeting.
Mayor Baxter informed. the Council that all the Councilmen, as well as himself,
were invited by Tars. Ida E. Harris to a reception Sunday, December 10th, between
the hours of 2:00 and 4:00 o'clock P.M., at the Baptist Church at 311 Smithers
Street in honor of the Reverend and Mrs,. Merrill. All Councilmen that can possibly
attend are invited to be present.
Councilman Swift suggested that action in regard to obtaining the property around
the water shed for the City be activated.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Swift, that a communication be sent to the City
Engineer and City Attorney requesting that they continue their efforts regarding
acquiring the property around the water shed.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the City of Renton issue a "Call
for Bids" for one prowler car for the Police Department of. the City of Renton, in—
cluding the trade—in value of one 1946 Chevrolet Panel truck now being used by
the Police Department of the City of Renton. Carried.
Councilman Bruce suggested that the Street and Alley Committee devise a means on
a red flicker light at the intersection of 3rd and Main Street to sllow traffic
to make a turn to the right, even though a train is going across Main Street.
Councilman Swift stated in his opinion, a sign "Right Turn Allowed" to be shown
on a flicker light would take care of this problem, or a "Green Arrow" pointing
west on 3rd Avenue. This matter will be discussed at the next Street and Alley
Committee meeting Monday evening.
The City Clerk reported that he, the Assistant City Attorney, Gerard Shellanx
Councilman Hansen and Budget Controller, Dave Pugh had made a trip to Olympia
and had contacted Mr. Hubble, Chief Examiner for the Division of Municipal Cor—
porations of the State of Washington in regard to a "Payroll" and "Material and
Supplies" Fund for the City of Renton, and they had been informed that they could
proceed with the drafting of ash Ordinance to authorize the issuing of a "Payroll
Fund" as some of the Cities were already using this method for payroll work.
Also, that they would like clarification by Renton's City Attorney on the "Material
& Supplies" Fund, that a proposed ordinance should be drafted and submitted to
Smith Troy, Attorney General for his opinion. The City Clerk requested that action
be started as soon as possible to have this plan in effect by the first of 1951.
Councilman Richardson, stated that in his opinion, in order to put in effect a
system of Budget Control and to control the 'material and supplies' , set up by
the proposed accounting change, it would be necessary to use a "Payroll Fund" and
a "Materi.al and Supplies Fund."
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Attorney draft a pro-
posed Ordinance setting up a "Materials and Supplies" Fund and another proposed
Ordinance setting up a"Payroll" Fund. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and. ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee wore
presented:
CURRENT
Claims to 1130.37 8898-8904.
Payroll �� 8062.37 8905-8972
Claims 66.00 8973-8974
Payroll it 1103.11 8975-8987
Claims " 2253.65 8988-8999
Peyroll " 8211.23 9000�9074
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74ATER
Claims " 2824.81 8249-8251
Payroll " 1391.06 8252-8266
Claims " 775.96 8267-8269
Payroll ". 215.49 8270-8273
STREETS
Claims !! 248.61 5922--5923
Payroll 4834.49 5924-5940
Claims 733.37 5941-5946
Payroll " 31.3.33 5947-5951.
SEWER DISPOSAL
Claim 151.00 2021
Payroll !! 678.23 20?_2-2031
Claims 313.65 2032-2033
Payroll " 680.02 2034-1044
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r.r Claim " 6.90 1064
Payroll " 323.99 1065-1068
Claims 1627.47 1069-1079
Payroll 369.23 1080-1083
Claims " 110.90 1084
LIBRAF,
Claims If 1167.35 2241-2257
Payroll n 835.12 2258-2266
PARK
Claim -rr- 410.06 1511
Payroll �� 555.85 1512-1517
Claims 49.39 1518-1520
Payroll " 586.14 1521-1527
Claims " 43.4.28 1528-1531
ATHLETIC
Payroll --� 169.86 562-563.
Claim " 164.44 564-565
Payroll " 180.87 566-568.
CUT,:ULATIVE FUND #1183
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to 491.34 347-351
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FIREMEN'S PENSION FUPdD
Claim if 840.58 42-44
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:15 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Wash
December 7, 1950
The special meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 7:00 otclock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, HANSEN, HAGEN, REID, TAMBORINI
DAVIDSON AND DULLAHANT.
Moved by Richardson, seconded. by Hagen, that proposed Resolution No. 790 be
read, and if passed, be incorporated in the minutes. Carried.
RESOLUTICPl NO, 790
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON:
The City Council finds that there presently exists in the City of Renton, Wash-
ington, a critical shortage of rental housing units; that the supply of rental
housing units available for rental is far less than the existing and immediate
damand for same; that said ccndition results from the rapid growth of the City
and increased population therein, and is expected to be more critical in the
immediate future, and is not created solely by temporary war emergency, but re-
sults from natural and rapid increase in population.
A certified copy of this resolution shall be forwarded as a report to the Federal
Housing Authority for its information and use in considering and acting upon any
application for approval of rental housing construction in the City of Renton.
PASSED by the City Council this 7th day of December, 1950
/s/ Wiley Crook
Wiley Crook — City Clerk
APPROVED by the Mayor this 7th day of December, 1950.
/s/ Joe R. Baxter
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Richardson, that proposed Resolution No. 790 be
adopted as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: DELAUNFNTI, AYE; RICHARDS0112 AYE;
SWIFT, AYE; BRUGE, AYE; HANSEN, AYE; HAGEN, AYE; REID, AYE; DAVIDSON AYE;
TAMBORINI, NO AND DULL.-kFANT, NO. There being eight AYES AND TWO NOtS, the motion
c:a rried.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 7:30 otclock P.M.
Wiley Crook - City Clerk FM
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Renton, Washington
December 12, 1950
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 otclock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDASON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FRr�-IANv HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TA14BORINI AND DULLAHANT,
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEARS PRESENT WERE: Assistant City* Attorney, Gerard Shellan,
Police Chief, Vincent Stewart; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Engineer, James Highton;
r. Airport Manager, Jack Schneider and Building Inspector, Walt Will. (Fire Chief
Lawrence, City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett and Budget Director, Dave Pugh were
excused for other City business.)
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Davidson, that the minutes of the meeting of December
5, 1950 be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUIDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMEM
N0, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE WORK
2381 4100.00 Louis Peretti 1412 Bronson Way N. erect bldg.
3— 10,000.00 Pacific Car & Foundry* 4th & Factory repair bldg.
4 1000.00 0.14.McCasland 511 Bronson Way N. erect carport
4—A 1500.00 Frank E. Rhodes 617 3rd Ave. construct ceiling
5 2000.00 Joy Bydston 230 Main remodel garage
6 8000.00 Boeing Aircraft Co. Renton erect bldg.
7 7000,00 Boeing Aircraft Co. Renton erect bldg.
8 2000.00 Boeing Aircraft Co. Renton remodel hangar
9 500.00 Eric Olson 2105 9th Pl. erect garage
90 100.00 General Parts 317 3rd Ave. install wiring
1 425.90 D.P. Cartwright 416 Grandey Way install oil burner
2 700,09 Frank Novak 2216 9th Place install oil burner
Councilman Bruce informed the Council that he and Councilman Freyman had met with
the local Insurance Agent on Saturday, December 9th and had discussed the matter of
.. the claim against the City of Renton for the damage to the tire on one of the Lake
Shore Line Busses and he understood that the City Clerk had been informed that the
Insurance Company would consider this clai_,
The City Clerk stated that Mr. Davis, the Insurance Representative, had verbally
contacted him and stated that the Insurance Company will take care of the claim of
the Lake Shore Lines against the City of Renton. The Insurance Company plans to issue
a check to the Lake Shore Lines and see that the City of Renton is free of all
blame in the matter.
The City Clerk reported that the Property Committee had been endeavoring to revamp
the Insurance policies set—up for the City of Renton with the Insurance Representa—
tives and a report will be submitted at the next Council meeting.
The City Clerk reported that prior service ratings of four employees, belonging to
the Statewide City Employees Retirement Plan, had been increased. In the case of
Mr. Ike Hancock, two years prior service should be credited to his service, giving
him 15 years; two ,years prior service should be credited to Mr. Vincent Stewart,
giving him 21 and 1/2 years; Mrs. Agnes Edwards service should be increased to 25
years, 7 months and C. S. Williams be allowed his time while serving on the Renton
City Council from June 1939 until January 1944, an increase- in prior service to
9 years, 7 months.
The City Clerk informed the Council that he had contacted the Executive Secretary
of the Statewide City Employees Retirement Plan and had been informed that the
Board of Directors had received a ruling from the Attorney General that if the
Renton City Council submitted a Resolution to the effect that additional service
was sufficiently evidenced and the Council approved the increased service, the
Board of Directors would allow the increased prior service. The City Clerk stated
that he had not had sufficient time to h�Lve a Resolution prepared, but that he
hoped to present it at the next Council meeting.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Attorney-be requested
to draft the necessary Resolution to take care of these increased prior service
requests. Carried.
A communication was received from the City Engineer stating that he had made final
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inspection of the Kennydale water tank and -recommended that Mr. Harding, the SZ
builder be released from his bond and final payment of his statement be made.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that this be referred to the Finance
Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police, stating he had
thoroughly investigated the matter of
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the report of
the Chief of Police and a "Certificate of Occupancy" be issued Mr. Hall, Carried.
A communication was read from Mayor Baxter to Mr. Stanley Hovland, President
of the Fire Department Civil Service Commission appointing Donald Goodwin to the
temporary appointment as fireman effective December 7, 1950, on their recommen-
dation.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recom~ienda-
tion of the Mayor. Carried.
A statement was read from the Association of Washington Cities covering "Service
Fee" for 1951 in the amount of 4460.00 which includes 16 one-gear subscriptions
to Western City for Officers in the amount of $16.00. The City Clerk recommended
that the Council act at this meeting on this statement so that the statement
could be paid during January 1951.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the City Clerk. Carried.
A communication was read from James I. Metcalf of Metcalf and Harstad Associates,
Consulting Engineers, confirming arrangements with the Bonneville Power Administra-
tion for a joint meeting of the three City Councils of Renton, Kent and Enumclaw
at 8:00 o'clock P.M., Wednesday, December 13, 1950 at the City Hall, Kent, Wash-
ington on the matter of power supply contracts. They invite others with a re-
sponsible interest, such as executives of local industries, etc., to attend.
Mayor Baxter stated that this was a very important meeting and requested all
Councilmen that possibly could to attend, particularly the City Engineer, City
Attorney and Power Committee. The City Clerk was requested to notify the members
of the Power Committee by phone on December 13, 1950.
This being the date set for the public hearing on the proposed "Emergency Budget",
the City Clerk informed the Mayor and Council that there were no written pro-
tests received. The Mayor was informed there were no verbal protests from the
audience.
There being no written or verbal protests, the City Clerk read the proposed
emergency budget Ordinance.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the proposed "Emergency Budget Ordin-
ance be referred to the Ordinance Committee for a report back.
The City Clerk informed the Council that the proposed Emergency Budget Ordinance
No. 1391 has been published, as required by State Law and is ready for consider-
ation by the Council. The Ordinance Committee recommended the passage of pro-
posed Ordinance No. 1391 as previously read and published.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1391 be
placed on its 2nd and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1391, it was moved
by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council approve the proposed Ordinance
as read. A roll call vote being taken and all Councilmen voting "Aye, the
motion unanimously carried.
Councilman Richardson stated he had copies of the proposed Ordinance he would like
to present. A proposed "Salary Fund" Ordinance and a "Material and Supplies
Fund" Ordinance. In answer to an inquiry from Councilman Richardson, the City
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Clerk stated that it was his understanding from the State Auditor that the Council
could take action immediately on the Salary Fund Ordinance, which would be necessary
in order to inaugurate this plan by the first of the year, but that it would be
necessary for the Council to submit a proposed "Material and Supplies Fund" Ordinance
to Mr. Lawrence Hubble, Chief Examiner of the Division of Municipalities, who would
in turn present same to the Attorney General for his opinion as to its legality
before the Council passed such an Ordinance and put same into use in the City of
Renton; that the proposed "Material & Supplies Fund" Ordinance would not be re-
quired before the first of February at which time January 1951 bills are paid.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1395, providing for the establishment
�. of a "Salary Fund".
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Reid, that the proposed Salary Fund Ordinance be re-
ferred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The City Clerk read. the proposed Ordinance providing for the establishment of a
"Material and supplies Fund"9 for the drawing of warrants thereon and for the pay-
ment of all claims against the City of Renton for materials and supplies.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Tamborini, that this propos=ed Ordinance be referred to
the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1395 "Salary
Fund Ordinance".
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Swift, that proposed Ordinance No. 1395 be placed on
its second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1395 be adopted as read.
A roll call vote being taken, and all Councilmen voting "Aye", the motion unani-
mously carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on the proposed Ordinance providing for
r... the establishment of a ''Materials and Supplies Fund."
The Assistant City Attorney stated that it was necessary to receive the Council's
approval of the proposed Ordinance in order-to fonaard copies of same to Pyr.
Lawrence Hubble, Chief Examiner of the Division of Municipalities, under the super-
vision of the State Auditor and to request Mr. Hubble to forward a copy of same to
the Honorable Smith Troy, Attorney General requesting his opinion as to the
legality of same, in order that the proposed. Ordinance could be passed and approved
at a later date by the City Council.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Assistant City flttorney. Carried.
ilr. Tommy Thomas of the Dual Parking Meter Company informed the Council that he
had been contacted by the City Clerk, at the request of the Street and Alley
Committee and the City Council for information as to conversion of parking meters
from one hour to either 15 minute or 30 minute periods. Mr. Thomas stated that this
would depend on whether the City was going to charge 1¢ or 5¢ for 15 minute period,
that if the City planned on having the meters set for 40 for 30 minute periods, the
conversion would not exceed $3.00, that this was a matter of converting the
mechanism from the existing one hour meter. Mr. Thomas further stated that if the
Council decided to make this change, if the Dual Parking Meter Company could pick
up the meters to be converted on a Saturday evening, they could be in operation
again on Monday morning, providing the number did not exceed 75 or 80 or they
could have men change the meters on the streets, providing Council was obtained;
also, the matter of "Traffic Control" and "Dollar earnings" entered into this
problem. That 30 minute parking on corner meters in each block would materially
increase revenue and reduce to a great extent cruising around the block to find a
place to park. Mr. Thomas also informed the Council that the plates on the meters
would designate the time allowed for parking. As an example, Mr. Thomas informed
the Council that the Dual Parking Meter Company had made an entirely new con-
version at Portland about 7 months ago, from one hour to trio hour limit and that
they had a greater turnover. This was done on a four nickel basis, 5¢ for each
30 minute, that this increased their revenue considerably.
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Councilman Delaurenti thanked Mr. Thomas for coming out to Renton and explaining
in regard to changing of parking meters, and stated, in his opinion, the Council
had sufficient information to use incbeiding what action should be recommended as
far as conversion of parking meters was concerned.
This being the date set for the opening of the bids on legal publications for
the City of Renton during 1951, the following bids were read by the City Clerk.
PER. IN.
BIDDER 1ST INSERTION. RATE PER IN. EACH SUBSEA, INS , RATE
RENTON NEWS RECORD* $1.05 0.91
THE RE TON CHRONICLE 1.00 .90
* Both bidders quoted g point type, 9 lines to the inch.
This being the date set for the opening of bids for chlorine for the City of
Renton for 1951 the following bids were read by the City Clerk.
BIDDER 100-150{ 1 ton containers
HOOKER ELECTRO—CHEMICAL 3,
10.00 per hundred, fob 45.00 per hundred fob
PENNSYLVANIA SALT MFG. CO. 10.00 " " fob 45.00 " 11 If
This being the date set for the opening of bids for gasoline to be delivered to
the City of Renton during 1951, the following bids were read by the City Clerk.
BIDDER Yer F-al. — Ethyl Per gal. — Regular
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ASSOCIATED (BATES—KIR.KLAND) 4.22 ".20
UNION OIL CO. .23 --
STANDARD OIL CO. .225 - .205
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that all above bids be referred to the
Council as a whole. Carried.
The Pronerty Committee reported that Mr. Heath, now with the Thatcher Lithograph
Company, and renting from the City of Renton, had contacted his committee and had
offered to pay .02¢ per square foot for the space previously occupied by the
Haag Company and the Property Committee recommended that the City of Renton
accept this proposition from Mr. Heath.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Property Committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called
to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIP24,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Councilman Delaurenti, presidnet of the Council reported that the Committee had
considered all bids submitted and recommended that (1) the Renton Chronicle's
bid to publish legals for the City of Renton for 1951 be accepted. (2) That the
Hooper Electro—Chemical Company's Contract to furnish chlorine for the City of
Renton for 1951 be accepted and that (3) the City of Renton accept the bid of
the Standard Oil Company to furnish the City of Renton gasoline for the year of
1951.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the bid of the
Hooker Chemical Company to furnish chlorine for the year 1951 be accepted.
Carried.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council accept the bid of the
Renton Chronicle to publish legals for the year of 1951. Carried.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that the Council accept the bids of the
Standard Gasoline Company for the year 1951. Carried.
A communication was received by Mayor Baxter and read by the City Clerk, from
S. J. Ristesund stating that he would like an immediate investigation and would
like to be informed by the Councilmen what action can be taken in -regard to a
1947 water bill and a meter he had previously paid for, in order to have the
water turned on.
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Payor Baxter stated that the City Treasurer and the City Attorney were both
familiar with this transaction.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the communication be referred to the
City Attorney, City Treasurer and City Engineer for investigation and report back
so that Mr. Ristesund can be officially notified exactly what decision has been
made. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that the matter of the Herman Mobile Plumbing bill to the
Renton Hill Water Association should also be settled definitely, so that the
Chairman of the Board of Directors can be so notified.
Councilman Richardson informed the Council that he had contacted the City Attorney
in m Bard to this matter and had been informed that the City Attorney had talked
with the Attorney for the Herman's Tlobile Plumbing Company, and they were en-
deavoring to arrange a meeting between the two Attorneys, together with the Board
of Directors of the Renton Hill Water Association.
The Assistant City Attorney informed. the Council that they were endeavoring to
arrange a meeting with all concerned as soon as possible to get all the facts
to enable the City Attorney and the Attorney for Herman' s Mobile Plumbing Company,
Mr. Don Holm, to reach a satisfactory agreement in regard to this problem.
Mayor Baxter stated that immediate action should be taken in regard to requiring
the balance of the Renton Hill residents to hook up the sewer for sanitary and
public health reasons. The City Engineer stated that residents were allowed 90
days after completion of the sewer contract to hook up to the sewer. Mayor Baxter
stated that all residents not already connected to the sewer line had been
notified to hook up to the sewer line several months ago. The City Engineer
stated he would proceed with the matter of requesting all residents not already
hooped up to the sewer to do so immediately.
The City .Engineer informed Councilman Swift that he would need one more week to
check the petition to vacate the alley in Block 12.
The City Engineer informed the Council that he had written a letter to Mr. W.
r Scudder, Secretary of the Pacific Car and Foundry Company stating that the Council
had no objections to their using the alley that is City property, temporarily,
providing Mr. Columbi, who is served by this alley has no objection.
Councilman Dullahant stated that the representatives of the Pacific Car and
Foundry Company had contacted Mr. Columbi and he understood that the matter was
satisfactorily settled.
Councilman Davidson stated that Lake Shore Lines busses were allowing passengers
to disembark from their busses at the 2nd Avenue North and Park Street inter-
section without pulling their busses free and clear of Park Street.
I-loved by Davidson, seconded by Freynan, that Lake Shore Lines representatives
be requested to work with the City Engineer in order to remedy this traffic
condition. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that two members of the Police & License Committee
had met with several members of the Renton Central Labor Council to discuss the
problem o rent control. The Police and License Committee showed the Committee
from the Central Labor Council the Resolution on rent control that has been
presented by the Ordinance Co,imittee.
It is the recommendation of the Central Labor Council that the City Council of the
City of Renton recommend the continuation of rent control by Resolution.
Mayor Baxter stated that the Renton City Council should go on record as either
approving or not approving rent control.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council adopt the resolution
favoring continaution of rent control. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 791 recommending that Federal Rent
Control be extended beyond the 31st day of December, 1950.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hagen, that the Council adopt proposed Re-
solution No. 791 as read. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the railroads are blocking the entire crossing
while repairing street crossings and inquired if State Franchises held by the
railroads allowed them to completely block street crossings and suggested that a
letter be written the railroad compenies requesting that streets- be not entirely
blocked off while they were repairing crossings.
The City Engineer stated he had contacted the foreman in charge of above re-
ferred operations, and had been informed that the railroad company would work
on intersections wherever possible, by doing one-half of each intersection at a
time, that they would finish the repair work by Wednesday evening, December 13,
1950; that the railroad compenies are leveling the tracks in preparation to
putting a permanent crossing in and it was necessary to block the entire cross-
ing in order to do the work at the present time.
T✓,ayor Baxter presented a proposed Resolution to be read. The City Clerk read the
proposed Resolution stating that the temporary housing, known as the Cedar River
Park, constructed by the Federal Government under the Lanham Act, and the
structures are of such nature to be satisfactory for long-term use, if such
structures are altered to comply with rules and regulations which have been or will
be passed by the City Council, and whereas there is a need for such structures,
whether for housing or non-housing use, in the City of Renton, ?,Iashington; NOW
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Renton finds on
the basis of local need and acceptability that the structures of the housing units
within Cedar River Park, Project No. Wash-45136, in the City of Renton, �-Iashington,
are os such a character, if altered to comply with the rules and regulations which
have been or will be passed by the City Council of the City of Renton has no
objection to the sale of Project No. Wash-45136 by the Federal Government under
the pro visions of Title I of Title III of the Lanham Act of long-term housing
or non-housing use without any requirement for renewal.
Mayor Baxter informed Councilman Richardson that the proposed Resolution was
handed to him before the Council meeting to be presented to the Council.
Moved by kichardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the proposed Resolution be re-
ferred to the Ordinance Committee and City Attorney for a report back. Carried.
Councilman Richardson informed Councilman Reid, for the benefit of the Community
Club representatives, that the City Attorney has the necessary legal papers in
regard to the purchase of the park on the Renton Hill, and at the present time
is checking to see that the necessary papers are in order.
Councilman Richardson informed Mayor Baxter that the Ordinance covering dance
hall licenses for the City of Renton is not quite ready to present to the Council
More time was granted the Ordinance Committee to present the proposed dance hall
Ordinance.
The Ordinance Committee requested more time on the proposed Ordinance prohibiting
sweeping refuse from stores into the gutters and on streets.
Councilman Swift reported that the Lake Shore Lines representatives were reque-
ting, and the Street Alley Committee recommended the City Engineer give them
the estimate of cost, the Lake Shore Lines to bear the expense, of removing the
parking strip on Park Avenue at the intersection of 1st Avenue north ( the north-
west corner of the intersection) for a distance of two bus lengths, or 70 feet
and the width of the pick-up zone would be S feet wide to allow busses to pull
in this area, out of the flow of traffic.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
Councilman Reid stated that he and the City Engineer had investigated the peti-
tion for lights on Burnett Street and had determined that this project would
require five new poles and seven additional lights, the cost to be approximately
5?1370.00 for mercury vapor lights. For regular lights there would only be the
maintenance cost, the power company installs the lights.
Councilman Tamborini stated that in his opinion, as Burnett Street formerly was
a main thoroughfare, that this matter should be referred to the Ways and Means
Committee to find a means of payment for the lights. Mayor Baxter stated, in his
opinion, the Light '� Power Committee should,make a study of the light situation
in the same manner that the Street & Alley Committee is studying the Street and Alley
situation and report back on same.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Light & Power Committee make an
over all light survey over the City of Renton. Carried.
Councilman hichardson stated that in his opinion, the Renton Fire Department should
be complimented on their fine display at the Fire Hall.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Mayor and City Clerk write a letter
of congratulations, complimenting the Fire Department on their fine work and fins
Christmas display at the Fire Station, and a copy of their letter be published. Carried.
The City Engineer announced that the City Employees Xmas party would be held at the
North Community Hall at the Highlands on Saturday, December 23rd 1950 at 1:00 o'clock
P.M., and stated that the Mayor and Councilmen and their wives were cordially In-
vited to attend, also, the City Engineer stated that all City employees, including
the Mayor and Councilmen are invited to attend a Housing Authority party at the same
location on Thursday, December 21st.
Mr. Tierney, from the audience, stated that in his opinion, due to increased Boeing
Airplane Company employment, it would be in order for the Council to present a joint
proposal with the Chamber of Commerce, to the effect, that the Boeing Airplane Company
take into consideration for employment, unemployed Renton residents that have the
proper qualifications, for the benefit of the Boeing Airplane Company and the community.
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The Airport Manager reported that the Airport Board and himself had investigated the
possibility of the Airport joining to the Bryn Mawr sewer line, if and when such a
line went in, but as the bond issue failed at the last election, this possibility was
out and at this time it was their opinion that they do nothing further at the present
time due to the extreme costs. The Airport Manager further reported that as a safety
measure the Airport Board and himself had investigated the installation of water mains
on the Airport in case of an emergency or accident on the field, and had found it
would Cost approximately $32.00 to install actually needed facilities there. The
proposed installation would mean a little better control and coordination with the
Boeing Airplane Company. The Airport Manager further stated that he and the Airport
Board had discussed this matter with the Boeing Airplane Company representatives and
.� had been informed that the Boeing Airplane Company was doing the best they can at the
present time.
The City Engineer informed the Mayor that he would contact the Sanitation Committee
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and check into the approximate cost of building up the Renton sewer Disposal Plant
to include Bryn Mawr and Lakeridge.
Moved by Tamborinit seconded by Richardsont that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The meeting
adjourned at 10:45 o'clock P.M.
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The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALLS DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIi41,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT: Assistant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan;
Chief of Police, Vincent Stewart; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Treasurer, Dorothea
Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Airport
Manager, Jack Schneider; Building Inspector, Walt Will and Budget Controller, Dave
Pugh. (Fire Chief Lawrence was excused for other City business) .
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of December 12th meeting be
approved as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from Elda Pantages and A. F. Businello of Businello's
Delicatessen, 228 Main Street requesting a 15 minute parking limit in front of the
Jones Building, in which their business is located, from the hour of 6:00 P.M.,
until 12:00 midnight to facilitate parking for their patrons. They request action on
their request as soon as possible.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred to
the Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from the Northern Pacific Railway Company signed by J.T.
Moore, Industrial Agent, in answer to the City's request of July 10, 1950 for an
easement to maintain a street underpass on the southwesterly bank of Cedar River at
Renton, granting a permit providing the City will assume all liability and maintain
a gallows frame at each side of the bridge, and provided that such permit be re-
vokable by the Railway Company. They feel the Railway Company is not in a position
to grant a permanent easement, which might require the Railway Company to maintain
the bridge indefinitely regardless of changed conditions. The Railway Company sub-
mitted proposed permit No. 73124, if satisfactory to be executed in duplicate by
the City of Renton.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the communication be referred to the
City Attorney, City Engineer and Property Committee to investigate and with power
to act, and that if in order, the necessary papers be signed and returned to the
Northern Pacific Railway Company for completion: Carried.
A communication was read from the Lake Shore Lines stating that they anticipate
a change in routing of inter-city buses and that the use of the Tally Ho at
Bronson Way and Garden Ctreet as a depot be abandoned, and giving the proposed new
route, to beter serve their patrons in North Renton and remove traffic hazards
arising from buses turning into traffic lanes on leaving the depot at Bronson Way
and Garden Street as at the present time. They recom-lend, for incoming trips, zones
should be provided on the Northeast corners of 2nd Avenue North and 3rd Avenue
North, with their intersections at Park Street. For outbound trips, zones should
be provided on the southwest corners of same intersection. Also, a principal load-
ing zone approximately 65 feet, exclusive of approaches, in the parking strip next
to the sidewalk on the west side of Park Street at its junction with 1st Avenue
North, allowing buses to pull out of traffic lanes for loading and be controlled
by the traffic light on leaving the zone. They request steps be taken immediately
to make these suggested provisions effective by January 1, 1951, providing this
meets with Council approval.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this communics tion be referred to the
Street and Alley Committee, City Engineer and Police Department to investigate
and report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Tom Monaghan, Chairman of the St. Anthony's Parish
"Old Times Benefit Dance" Committee requesting permission to hold this dance and
that the license fee be waived.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that this permit be granted and that the
regular license fee of $1.00 be requested. Carried.
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A communisation was read from William H. Sears, County Commissioner of District #2
stating that the City's request for a road from the Renton Scenic Hill to meet with
the Ethier Road had been referred to the King County engineer for consideration, as
according to Statute this was his responsibility, and further stated that road con-
struction and maintenance is predicated on traffic count and the Engineer had re-
ported it impractical at this time to assume the costly construction.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that a copy of this letter be sent to the
Renton Seenic Hill Community Club, who are endeavoring to get this proposed road con-
structed. Carried.
A communication was read from "obert E. Sizemore requesting permission to sell novelty
plants and corsages, made from feathers, on the Renton streets during this Christmas
week.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this request be referred to the Police
and License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
The Chief of Police recommended that Mr. Sizemore be permitted to sell these novelty
flowers providing he obtain a space off the street and not in anyway obstruct foot
or automotive traffic.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that the Ordinance Committee investigate and
consider the Ordinance covering such permits. Carried.
A communication was read from Eric A. Barnard requesting permission to erect and
operate a MARCH OF DIMES counter at the corner of Third and Wells Street, to be known
as the MILE OF DIMES, sponsored by the Lions Club, through January 1951.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that this request be referred to the Police
and License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
November 19, 1950 being the date set for the opening of bids for one prowler car with
allowance for one 1946 Chevrolet panel truck, now being used by the Police Department,
the City Clerk opened and read bids as followss
BIMER MAKE AM= OF BSD
FRANK RHODES STUDEBAKER $1091.00 (exclusive of sales tax)
WILLIAMS & SWANSON CHEVROLET 1150.00
WHITE & POPS INC. FORD 1252.90 n n
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the above bids be referred to the
Council as a whole for a committee meeting during recess, and that the City Attorney,
City Clerk, Mayor and Chief of Police attend the meeting. Carried.
The Mayor declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was called to order
by Mayor Joe R. Baxter,
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON; SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council reported that the committee had
thoroughly considered the bids presented and recommended all bids be rejected.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the committee of the Council as a whole. Carried.
The Ordinance Committe presented two resolution. The City Clerk read proposed
Resolution No. 792 setting the date of January 30th 1951 at 8:00 o'clock P,A,, as
the time and place for public hearing on the petition by more than two-thirds of the
owners of property adjoining the alley, requesting that the alley abutting lots 1 to
21 inclusive, of Block 12, Renton Highlands Addition to Renton, King County, State
of Washington be vacated. The City Clerk to publish notice of public hearing on
same as requested by law and to post said notices in public places in the City and
in conspicuous places on the alley to be vacated.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the date of January 30th be set
as the date for the public hearing and that the Council adopt the proposed
Resolution. Carried.
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The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 793 correcting the length of prior
service of four employees as follows:
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IKE HANCOCK - 15 YEARS
C. S. WILLIAMS - 9 " 7 MONTHS
AGNES EDWARDS - 25 " 7 "
VINCENT STEWART - 21 " 6 "
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that proposed Resolution 793 be adopted as
read. Carried.
Chairman Bruce of the Property Committee reported that the report he presented last
week at the Council meeting was their final report and that it was up to the Council
now to say whether they want to accept this eligibility list of proposed Insurance
Agencies to do business with the City or not; that there were two companies that felt
they should be included, but there was a question as to whether their insurance
business, from a percentage standpoint was parge enough to warrant consideration.
The City Clerk read the report as recommended by the Property Committee and submitted
by the Insurance Committee, listing the requirements for Insurance Agents to par-
ticipate in premiums to be paid on Blanket Insurance and other types of Insurance.,
and premiums on City Official's bonds.
(1) That they have an established office in which to conduct their
business;
(2) .That a major portion of their business be the sale of insurance;
(3) That their business shall have been in operation for at least 3
years and
(4) That the premiums on bonds and insurance as above described be
allocated on a percentage basis to the following agents:
TOM DOBSON & SON - REAL ESTATE . . . . . . $36.44
WM. F. DAVIS, INSURANCE . . . . 19.34
RENTON REALTY COMPANY . . . 15.07
TOM HARRIES REAL EST. & INSURANCE . . . 12.43
HOVELAND & HIMPHREY . . . 6.78
WALLIN & EDtiARDS, INC. . . . . 6.36
NANDO PHILLIPS, INSURANCE CO. . . . . 3.08
Councilman Davidson stated in his opinion a committee should be appointed to bring
in a survey to determine how many people should be appointed on this commission and
how their terms of office should be set-up# stating that such a survey would help
the City Clerk as well as the Property Committee to determine the Insurance policy.
The City Attorney informed Councilman Richardson that it would be necessary to have
a Resolution drafted to set-up duties and powers of such a committee.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Davidson, that the Mayor appoint a committee to
bring in a report as to the feasibility of legislation, if needed and a recommen-
dation as to setting a tenure of office for such a ,committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed. the Ways and Means Committee in conjiz:�ction with the Legis-
ation ..Committee to work with the City Attorney on this question, and then to refer
their findings to the Ordinance Committee for their consideration and a report back
to the Councii.
Councilman Swift stated that he had received a verbal request from the State Patrol
Office to establish an area near their office as a parking zone for the State 1-1161-
way Patrol where people could park.
The Chief of Police stated, in his opinionp if the State Patrol Office were granted
a special parking area# meter free, other business houses along the same street
would expect the same consideration and that he did not believe this was a good
policy.
Mayor Baxter stated he had also been contacted as well as other Councilmen and the
Chief of Police as to a special area being designated for patrons of the State Patrol
Office.
Councilman Richardson stated that Captain Furseth of the State Highway Patrol had
contacted the Mayor and Chief of Police as well as the different Councilmen as the
business of persons who came in their office sometimes required the patrolmen to
walk several blocks to check motor numbers and to meet drivers who are taking tests
to receive their drivers licenses.
The Chief of Police stated that it would be better if the State Patrol Office were
not located on the main street of Rentonp that the solution might be for them to
move their office to some less congested area.
Mayor Baxter stated that quite often there are several State Patrol cars occupy-
ing parking meter spaces and yet they are never charged for using these areas.
Moved by Richardsons seconded by Tamborini., that the matter be referred to the City
Engineer and Street and Alley Committee for investigation and a report back.
Carried.
Uouncilman Dullabant reported that the traffic light had been installed at 4th and
Factory.
Mayor Baxter reported that the new cross-walk light on Wells Street between 3rd and
4th Avenue had been installed and shone very bright at night.
Councilman Tamborini,requested that the Ways & Means Committee.9 Legislative Committee
and the City Attorney meet Tuesday,9 December 26, 1950 at 7:00 o'clock P.M.., at the
City Hall and the City Clerk to notify all members on Tuesday afternoon.
The City Engineer stated that due to the condition of the Revetment Building on the
Airport that the building had been condemned and would be closed and vacated after
the first of January. The Airport Manager further explained that the Civil Aero-
nautics Authority Engineer from Seattle would be out on Wednesday, December 20th to
inspect the building to see if it would be worthwhile to rebuild this building.
Moved by Richardsons seconded by Tamborinij, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
�r.. presented:
CURRENT
Claims If 859.00 9480-9097
Payroll If 1080.73 9098-9108
Claims 58.52 9109-9112
Payroll Union dues 52.00 9113
Claim Current 46.00 9114
Payroll Coll. Int. Revrn ue 1825.00 9115
Payroll Ind. Insurance 498.15 9116
Claims Current 10,342.28 9117-9196
WATER
Claims " 3641.59 8274 .88280
Payroll " 1405.09 8281-8292
Claim Ind. Ins. 129.60 8293
Claim Water 2764.84 8294,-8318
STREETS
Claims " 4946.97 5952-5960
Payroll " 1581.68 5961-5973
Claim Ind. Insurance 92.61 5974.
Claim Streets 671.47 5975-5980
Payroll Pension 3469.35 5982
Claim Streets 5432,37 5983-6008
SEWER DISPOSAL
Claim If 9.11 2045-2046
.... Payroll Withholding Tax 102.20 2047
Payroll Ind. Insurance 61.20 2048
Claim Sewer Disposal 946.31 2049-2060
AIRPORT
Claim If 1942.66 1085-1090
Payroll Withholding Tax 30.20 1091
Payroll Ind. Insurance 34.74 1092
Claim Airport 7347.77 1094-1117
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LIBR6RY
Claim " 301.74 2267-2270
Payroll Withholding Tax 98.90 2271
Payroll Ind. Insurance 1.1..54 2272
Claim Library 1829.34 2�re3--2296
PARK
Payroll Withholding Tax &
Ind. Insurance 170.18 1532-1533
Claim Park 1079.66 1534-1544
ATHLETIC
Payroll Withholding Tax &
Ind. Insurance 79.54 569-570
Claim Athletic 182.21 571-573
CUMULATIVE FUND #1183
Claim " 654.39 352
Payroll " 628.18 353-358
Claim 1189.17 359-360
FILM'S PENSION FUND
Claim " 250.00 45-46
Moved by Richardson., seconded by Tamborini that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9.145 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Wash
December 26, 1950
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM, REID, DAVIDSON,
TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
-- OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Police
Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City
Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Park Superintendent,
Gene Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack Schneider; Building Inspector, Walter Will and
Budget Controller, Dave Pugh.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the December 19th meeting
be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILD DEPARTMENT.
N0. ANOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2393 75.00 Frank Evans 922 3rd Avenue remodel room
4 300.00 Pat Kellaher 810 Riverside Drive wire for new home
5 - Green River Lumber Co. 333 Morris St. tear down bldg.
6 20,000.40 Renton Church of Nazarene 3rd & Wells erect church
7 10,000.00 Mike Lotto 1216 Bronson Way No. remodel bldg.
8 10.00 R. J. Doty, Jr. 2203 9th Ave. No. install dryer
9 12000.40 Reid & Cook 3rd & Burnett remodel S.Sta.
2400 100.00 R. Bellardo Bronson Way & Hill St, n n
1 37.50 T. G. Radke 631 H. Street wire for dryer
2 100.00 Pontiac Garage 2nd & Logan connect sewer
3 - Powell Mfg. Co. 6th North & Wall St. install Plumbing
4 100.00 Don Ouster 336 Williams wire for range
6 100.00 Joe Baxter 337 Park Ave. Partition Basm't.
7 100.00 Floyd Garlick 302 Wells St, erect sign
8 300.00 R. Bellando 1017 Bronson Way remodel cafe
9 600.00 M. L. Bails 213 Morris install Oil B.
10 280.00 Dr, Button 14147 Dunlap Canyon Rd. wire 2nd floor
1 12,000.00 C. M. McDaniel Langston Road erect house
2 12,000.00 Don Auguston Sunset Blvd. erect house
3 830.00 Union Oil Co. 541 Park Ave. repair floor
4 375.00 Shell Co. 2nd & Wells install O.Brnr.
5 3,500.00 Dr. Howell 344 Morris remodel office
5-A- 100.00 Chas. Bisiack 1416 9th Ave. erect garage
6 2,500.00 Frank Catuzo 13500 89 St. remodel house
7 35.00 M. L. Bailes 213 Morris remodel wiring
8 6,000.00 Albert Rosenstrom Park Ave. erect new house
A communication was read from M. C. Redman, Director, Housing and Home Finance
Agency notifying Mayor Baxter, in accordance with the provisions of Sec. 603 of the
Lanham Act and pursuant to authority delegated to Mr. Redman by the Administrator,
Housing and Home Finance Agency, that Mr. Redman has determined that the so-called
demountable dwelling units on the war housing projects WASH 45058 and WASH 45134,
Renton, Washington, shall be classified as permanent. Mr. Redman further states
his decision is based on facts presented in the course of local consultations and
written statements which show conclusively that the structures in their physical
characteristics do not conform to the building codes of the City of Renton; that
it was apparent as a result of local consultations, that the City does not wish
the project to remain on site beyond the period of emergency housing need. Also,
-' that the U. S. Government is committed to remove the dwelling units when the local
needs end. By fulfilling that commitment and upon transfer of the underlying land
to non-Federal ownership, the Public Housing Administration will enable the City
of Renton to control the subsequent development of the land in accordance with
building codes, zoning requirements and any master city plan.
Mr. Don Humble, Executive Director of the Renton Housing Authority explained to the
Council that this was the final determination by Mr. Redman that the demountable
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housing units in the Renton Highlands Addition to Renton were declared permanent,
that this, in his opinion was not in accord with the Council's decision recently
expressed to declare the subject Housing as temporary which had been explained in
correspondence to Mr. Redman of the Housing and Home Finance Agency of the Public
Housing Administration. Mr. Humble further explained that this meant Renton had
two considerations, that Congress had passed a law prior to the present emergency
that now exists providing for a means of disposing of war housing, that the lav as
passed required that the housing had to be determined either temporary or permanent,
and as Congress had not amended the law, the determination had to be made, even
though the housing units would not be disposed of at this time, in either manner.
Mr. Humble further stated that the law provided determination was to be made after
consultations with local Government Agencies but that it was his understanding
that the Federal Government was not obligated to follow the recommendation as pre-
sented by the local Government Agencies; that any Government decision in regard to
housing is open to challenge by a local Government Agency through their Congress-
men and further stated that the Renton Housing Authority will support the wishes of
the City of Renton and that whatever decision the City Council makes, the local
representatives of the Housing Authority will support. Councilman Dullahant stated,
in his opinion, the matter should be referred to the Council as a whole for con-
sideration. Mr. Humble explained to the Council that at the time the Government
built the demountable dwelling units, they agreed to remove these houses at the
end of that war need, that the Council should take into consideration how long the
commitment to remove these units would be respected by Government Agencies, that
with a new Housing Administration change, there would be a question as to whether
the commitment would be observed at the time the housing is actually disposed of.
Also, that when there is no longer a defense need, the units will be sold; that as
temporary units, as they became vacated they would remain vacated-and should the
Government decide to sell these units they would issue a stop order and not allow
new tenants to move inp that unless the City makes a protest, these units might
be sold in the same manner as the permanent homes were last yearp and in such
event, there was no way to force a purchaser to improve them so they would con-
form to the building code of the City of Renton unless the purchaser should start
to alter the home, then the code can be enforced. Mr. Humble further stated that
the City had the right to contest Mr. Redman's decision. If the units had pre-
viously been declared temporary, removal of a portion would have been a matter of
law, if permanent, removal of a portion would be a matter of agreements.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Dullahant, that this matter be referred to the Council
as a whole and the City Attorney, that a meeting be held to discuss this matter.
further and report brough back to the Council. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated there was another matter in regard to the Housing problem to
come before the Council.
Council Richardson stated that the Law & Ordinance Committee wished to present a
proposed Resolution which had been prepared by the City Attorney.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 794 approving request for transfer of
temporary public housing to a local housing authority or local public agency,
that the City of Renton does hereby specifically approve the request of the Housing
Authority of the City of Renton, Washington for transfer of Project No. Wash-45146
at Renton, Washington, pursuant to Title VI of Public Law 849, 76th Congress, as
amended.
Mr. Humble explained that these were housing units in the Highlands Addition to
Renton, as previously discussed, that the same law as referred to above requires
that the control must be taken over before December 31st of this year if the
local body desires to have control over the housing units, that if the Housing
Authority and the City Council does not apply now to have control of the tem-
porary public housing transferred to a local housing authority or local public
agency, then this question is no longer open, that this resolution is just to
hold the question open until the City of Renton decides if they want the temporary
housing transferred to local housing authority.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt proposed Re-
solution No. 794. Carried.
A communication was read from Frank Longo, Secretary of King County Fire District
No. 2, Bryn Mawr, Washington stating that the Board of Fire Commissioners of
King County Fire Protection District No. 20 at their last regular meeting, have
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agreed to install two mobile radios on the fire trucks. As Bryn Mawr fire dis-
trict boundaries are adjoining Renton, and they have a verbal mutual aid agree-
ment with the Renton Fire Department, Bryn Mawr representatives feel that it
would better the mutual aid in case of emergency to be on the same radio wave
length, and request permission to operate their radios on Renton's frequency and
facilities. They request an early reply.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Fire and Water
Committee, Chief of Police, Radio Technician and Fire Chief for a report back.
Carried.
Mr. Longo stated that these two mobile radios are available and must be pur-
chased by the first of 1951 and they would appreciate meeting with this committee
as soon as possible.
A communication was read from the Planning Commission of the City of Renton,
signed by C. G. Myers, Secretary, stating that at a special meeting held on,
December 26, 1950, the Planning Commission had passed a resolution regarding the
petition of Sam Pappas for the rezoning of "a portion of the NES'- of Section 17,
Township 23, North Range 5 East", that the Council act favorably on the petition
of Sam Pappas to rezone property described in the petition from residential to
commercial; and further recommended that the rest of the property from the corner
of Sunset Highway and Bronson Way North, along the east side of Sunset Highway to
a depth of 200 feet, to the corner of said Highway and 4th Avenue North be rezoned
to commercial, except that property between these points which already has a
commercial zone rating; that this rezoning of said property will carry the 20
foot offset for buildings from the highway as has been previously recommended.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Planning Commission, Carried.
The City Attorney informed the Council that a formal Resolution should be pre-
sented to this effect and a date for the public hearing set after sufficient time
has been allowed for two subsequent publications.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Attorney draft the
necessary resolution. Carried.
A communication was read from James L. Highton, City Engineer to Councilman Swift,
Chairman of the Street & Alley Committee stating that a State Legislative Act of
1949 pertaining to the maintenance of State Highway routes through incorporated
cities, stipulates that in cities in excess of 15,000 people, the State Highway
Department will maintain the highways within the right-of-way, excepting traffic
lights, street cleaning and storm sewer inlets where curbing exists. All other
maintenance is the responsibility of the State. Mr. Highton stated that it is
his conclusion that the State Highway Department does not have adequate
facilities in this highway district to properly maintain the highway routes
through the City of Renton, and recommends that the City of Renton negotiate the
Highway routes through the City and receive payment from the state for this work.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the re-
commendation of the City Engineer. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Mayor appoint a committee, in-
cluding the City Engineer and City Attorney to negotiate an agreement with the
State Highway District #1. Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed the Street & Alley Committee to work with the City Attor-
ney and City Engineer on the above agreement.
A communication was read from F. A. Grabner, General Manager, Lake Shore Lines,
enclosing supplement #3 of Renton City Time Schedule #2, effective January 1st,
1951, also stating this incorporates three trips daily eastbound through Windsor
Hills as requested by residents of that district and also minor adjustments to
accommodate congested conditions in service to and from Boeing Airplane Company
in the afternoon.
Councilman Delaurenti informed Councilman Richardson that if the City does not
acknowledge receipt of schedule within a certain period that the schedule would
automatically go in a ffect.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this communication be referred to
the Police and License Committee for a report back. Carried.
The City Clerk informed the Council that he had received a sketch from the Police
Department, drawn by the Engineering Department, outlining the proposed bus zones
on Park Avenue and stating this communication would be referred to the Street &
Alley Committee and City Engineer who are working on the problem.
A communication was read from Robert V. Graham, Statistician, Division of Muni-
cipal Corporations of the State of Washington stating that the proposed "Material
and Supply Fund" Ordinance had been disuessed and that the Attorney General's
Office is of the opinion that it is directly within the power of their Division,
pursuant to Remington's Revised Statutes 9952 and 9953 to determine whether or
nor a city may establish such a fund. That this problem has undergone consider-
able discussion in their office and with State Examiners, and that for the sake
of uniformity in all cities and towns throughout the state, they do not feel that
authority should be extended for the creation of such a clear.-Ing fund at this
time.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Swift, that this communication be referred to
the Ways and Means Committee to determine what effect this decision will have on
the system of accounting and budget control as it is now set up. Carried.
Budget controller, Dave Pugh, stated that this applies directly to the proposed
"Material and Supplies Fund" Ordinance and would merely hinder the program as
set-up for the overall purchase of bulk quantities and require each department
to make their own purchases separately. The City Clerk stated that his under-
standing was that the Chief Examiner was agreeable as long as Cities kept their
funds solvent. The Budget Controller stated that he understood the Chief Examiner
to state that the plan is good, but they did not wish to set a precedent.
Councilman Tamborini recommended that this subject be brought before the Assoc-
iation of Washington Cities.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter. --
Roll CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, FRE)DIAN, HANSEN, TRIMM, REID, DAVID-
SON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary of the Renton Chamber of Commerce, requested that
the Street & Alley Committee meet with the Chamber of Commerce Traffic Committee
at their convenience. Councilman Swift stated that the next Street & Alley
Committee meeting would be held Monday, January 8th at 8:00 o'clock P.M., if
this was satisfactory with the Chamber of Commerce Traffic Committee. Mr. Reynolds
stated that his committee would be present.
Councilman Swift reported that he had received several comments in regard to the
lack of Xmas decorations throughout Renton, especially Santa Claus Lane as was
decorated last year and stated that Mr. Owens had contacted him and would like to
start early this year by contacting all the different service organizations and
civic clubs and have an especially fine Xmas display for 1951, and in his opinion,
the Public Relations Committee be appointed to work on this project and keep it in
mind during the year.
Mr. Reynolds stated that the May Issue of"Sales Management" was going to feature
articles about Renton.
Mayor Baxter stated that various groups should be thanked for their efforts to-
ward the various Xmas decorations through Renton.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that Mayor Baxter and the Superin-
tendent of Parks, Gene Coulon, draft a letter of appreciation to all. the public
groups who take part in various decorations around the City for Christmas and that
this letter be publichsed. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated the Ordinance Committee would like more time on the
proposed Resolution regarding additional Housing for the City of Renton that had
been referred to his committee. That he had contacted the Renton Housing Authority
AND THEY are planning a meeting with the Ordinance Committee and City Attorney and
will bring a report on the proposed Resolution by the 16th of January, 1951•
Councilman Richardson further stated that the proposed Garbage Ordinance, which
had been referred to the Council as a whole would require more time.
More time was granted the Ordinance Committee on the proposed Housing Resolution
and the proposed Garbage Ordinance.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the Ways and Means Committee and Legislative
Committee had met with the City Attorney at 7:00 o'clock P.M., this evening and
would like to report that the Committee recommended: (1) that the Mayor appoint a
third member to the Insurance Board, (2) that the Board should meet and work out a
list showing those firms that may take part in the Insurance program, (3) the City
Council will set the percentage each firm will cut in on the Insurance business.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that when the 1951 budget was prepared, it had been
determined that it was necessary to increase the operating capacity of the Disposal
Plant, and that the operators state at the present time, the plant is running over
capacity and that action needs to be taken as soon as possible.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Engineer, be requested to bring
in a "Cost Estimate" for such an addition as will be required so that the City can
start such a construction project and get allocation of materials and begin the
actual construction by the Spring of 1951. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated he had heard of indirect complaints in regard for need for
more housing; that persons were using the proposed Resolution on Housing Authority
to force property owners to sell property that they do not wish to sell. Council-
man Richardson stated that he had also heard statements to the above effect.
Mr. Reynolds, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, in answer to Councilman
Richardson, stated he would contact Mr. Hendirckson to see if pressure was being
used in order to secure property.
Fire Chief Lawrence informed the Council that the next regional Defense meeting
would be the 28th in the Fire Hall and that they anticipate having Col. Frazier,
head of the King County Defense for guest speaker. Also, that they now have several
first aid instructors available and that if classes of 10 or more people will
arrange a place and time for their meeting, he would see that instruckors were fur-
nished each group.
Mayor Baxter stated that he would like to have permission to designate Room 206,
next to the Council Chambers, as the permanent Civil Defense Headquarters.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Davidson, that this request be referred to the
Real & Personal Property Committee with power to act. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that there were 20,000 pamphlets of A-BOMB EMERGENCY.INFORMATION
to be mailed out after the first of the year. That some pamphlets had already been
distributed.
The Mayor thanked the City Council, Officials and Department Heads and Mr. Reynolds
of the Chamber of Commerce for their cooperation and help during the past year.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:45 o'clock P.M.
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January 22 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe.
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE; Assistant City Attorney, Gerard
Shellan; Police Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence, City Clerk,
Wiley Crook; City Engineer, James Highton; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon;
Airport Manager, Jack Schneider; Building Inspector, Walt Will and Budget Con—
troller, Dave Pugh, Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer being excused for other City
business.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of December 26, 1950,
be approved as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from M. L. Bails requesting one hour restricted parking
from 9:00 A.M., until 9:30 P.M., on Morris Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenue.
v b Delaurenti seconded b Bruce that this communication be referred to
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the Police Department and Street and Alley Committee for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Elden L. Fisler requesting a City Taxicab License
and stating his intention to abide by prescribed State and City Laws, also stating
that he intends to use prevailing fare rates as charged by the other taxicab
operators.
Moved- by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that this request be referred to the
Chief of Police to investigate and report back to the Council. Carried.
A co-munication was read, signed by W. H. Scudder, Secretary of the Pacific Car
and Foundry Company, owner of Lots 1 to 18, inclusive and Lots 22 to 36 inclusive,
Block 13, Car Works Addition and Louie F. Colombo, owner of Lots 20 and 21, block
13, Car Works Addition, as owners of all property abutting on the alley$ des—
cribed as the west end of the alley in Block 13 in the Car Works Addition to
Renton which runs in an easterly direction from Factory Street for a distance of
80 feet to a building of Pacific Car and Foundry Company, petition that said alley
be vacated by the City of Renton and revert to the abutting owners.
The City Engineer reported that although a previous decision authorized the va—
cating of the alley by Colombo, they had not reached a satisfactory agreement and
it was anticipated that granting of this request would be a solution satisfactory
to both parties.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that this communication be referred
to the Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer to investigate and report back.
Carried.
A non—conforming permit was received from Eugene M. Richards of 13033 84th So.,
requesting permission to remodel the house on the west portion of Lot 9, Block
18, Renton Farm Plat No. 3 (335 Pelly ) also stating that he would remove the
garage and woodshed now located on said lot.
The Building Inspector stated that this house was located on the back half of
the lot, and in his opinion it would be best for the community to allow Mr.
Richards to fix the house; that there is approximately 40 feet between the house
and other houses and that it was not too close to the property or to an alley.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that this request be referred to
the Building Inspector and Fire Chief with power to act. Carried.
A communication was received from Chester Biesen, Executive Secretary of the
Association of Washington Cities submitting a question, (1) the maximum salary
on which contributions are calculated, previously proposed, with information
given by the Board to see whether there may be a difference of opinion concern—
ing this question. Two other questions were also submitted for opinions, and
replies requested to be returned as soon as possible. (2) raising the present
minimum pension of $40.00 per month and (3) broadening the present law to cover all
military service in time of emergency, if the military service is at the call of the
President.
Moved by Ric'-a rdson, seconded by Reid, that a copy of the above communication be
furnished each Councilman for study and a report be submitted at the next regular
meeting. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that an error had been found
in the 1951 budget for the labor scale of pumpman in the Water Department of $1.63
.... per hour, which should read $1.72 per hour for this position. Moved by Tamborini,
seconded by Richardson, that this error be corrected by the proper authorities. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that the Northern Pacific
Railroad Company had verbally agreed to construct a permanent traffic crossing at
7th Avenue. The Railroad Company has no objection to public use of this crossing
though the City does not own the right-of-way across the tracts at this Street, but
request, as a concession for this improvement, the abandonment of the 6th Avenue
crossing which dead-ends. The City Engineer requested approval in the interest of
better public service and further recommended that the City of Renton request a quit-
claim deed from the Railroad Company for sixty (60) feet of right-of-way where 7th
Avenue crosses the railroad track.
The City Engineer stated that North of 6th Avenue, a right-of-way on the East side
of the railroad is deeded to the City but on the east side of Burnett Street,
between 6th and 7th Avenue, we have no right-of-way.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to the
Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer to investigate and report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated he would like to appoint Marvin Edwardson to the position of
temporary fireman for the City of Renton replacing Everett C. Clymer, resigned Mr.
Edwardson, has psssed the Civil Service Examination and has been recommended by the
Civil Service Commission. Moved by Reid, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur
in the appointement of the Mayor. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated he would like to present a program of Municipal action for 1951
as followss
The American Municipal Association pledges itself to work on the following program
during 1951 and urges other interested groups to do the same.
1. Work with the Federal State and local agencies tocbvelop a satisfactory
Civil Defense Program.
2. Press for Federal legislation on payments in lieu of taxes on Federal
property,
3. Represent municipalities on every municipal issue before the Federal Congress
and Federal Agencies.
4. Assist municipal groups associated with the American Municipal Association
in obtaining Old Age and Survivors Insurance.
5. Work for better distribution of Federal and State highway user revenues to
municipalities.
6. Sponsor a program of cooperation between National Organizations of public
officials to obtain greater municipal strength for solving municipal
questions.
7. Promote the adoption of a nation-wide uniform traffic ordinance.
8. Promote the extension of municipal home rule by statutory and constitutional
change, the attitude of the courts, and the actions of state and local
. legislatures.
9. Foster contracts and voluntary agreements between municipalities to provide
better local services and eliminate the need for state legislation.
10. Encourage citizen education and citizen participation in local government.
11. Carry on a program of research so that municipal government may be con-
ducted at the lowest possible cost consistent with the nature of the
activities and standards of service approved by,the people or their re-
sponsible representatives.
12. Study metropolitan areas to discover the basic problems and their solutions.
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Mayor Baxter stated that in his opinion this program should be referred to the
Legislative Committee to influence Legislators to favor the above program. That
by cooperation with the Police Chiefs' Organization, the Police Officer's and
Firemen's Organizations, the Cities could unite to better advantage and talk their
differences over and come to a better conclusion, that each organization would be
more successful due to their cooperation.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this program be incorporated in the
minutes; and that this be referred to the Legilative Committee to make a study
and check on the items and the Legislative Committee report each week regarding
this program. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated it was necessary to create an emergency budget for the Civ—
ilian Defense needs; that whatever amount of money was allowed at this time, the
Government would probably give matching funds, and it was important that the
Council work on an emergency budget for Civilian Defense to continue Defense Work
in this area. That Fire Chief Lawrence, Police Chief Stewart, and Capatin McCarthy
have all been working steadily on the Civilian Defense Program but they have
reached a point where they need additional finances to continue on with the program
that has been started and that the Executive Director should receive a small salary,
as there are many arrangements to be made and information has to be directed to the
various community clubs in order to be prepared for any disaster which may arise.
Further, that tools and instruments will be required to complete their plans.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the matter of Civilian Defense Budget
be referred to the Director, Assistant Director, City Attorney and Council as a
whole to study and report back. Carried.
Fire Chief Lawrence stated the Civil Defense Program now included Fire Warden
organizations and that Wednesday evening, January 10th, there would be a meeting of
the Civil Defense Advisory Board consisting of Committee heads.
The Ordinance Co-;mittee presented proposed Resolution No. 795 setting the date
of 'Tuesday, January 23rd 1951 at 8:00 o'clock P.M., in the Council "hambers in the
City Hall, as the time and place for public hearing on the petition for rezoning a n
portion of the NE-41 of Section 17y Township 23, North, Range 5 East, as requested
by Sam Pappas.
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Moved by Freyman, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council adopt proposed Resol—
ution No. 795 as read. Carried.
Mr. Henry Reynolds,-Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce reported that he had
checked into the matter of incorrect information being given to property holders
in Renton to get them to sell property they did not wish to sell and that he had
found one instance *where this information had been given and Mr. Reynolds informed
the Council that such tactics had been discontinued. Mr. Carpini, from the audience,
state that his Mother had been involved in a deal of this type, but that he be—
lieved that it would all be satisfactorily settled.
Mr. Lloyd Bowen, the newly elected President of the Highlands Community Club, they
wished to offer their services and stated that they are ready to cooperate with
the City Council in any way that would be advantageous to the Community and they
would endeavor to work with the plans of the Council whenever and wherever possible.
Mayor Baxter extended thanks in behalf of the entire Council and himself and
appreciation for the feelings expressed by the Highlands representatives.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, 3JIFT, BRUCE, FREY14N, HANSEN, HAGEN, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULIAHANT.
Mayor Baxter welcomed the Junior Chamber of Commerce and extended a warm welcome
to the entire membership. Mr. Mathewson, President of the group, was introduced
and invited to sit with the Mayor. The Mayor stated that it was very nice for
these gentlemen to take an interest in City affairs.
Councilman Dullahant, Chairman of the Fire and Water Committee, reported that
his committee, the Police and Fire Chief and Radio Technician recommended that the
Bryn Mawr Fire Department (King County Fire Dist #20,) be permitted to use the City
of Renton's radio wave frequency, also, it is recommended that the City Attorney
draw up an agreement with the Bryn Mawr Fire Department, including in this agree—
ment the stipulation that in case it would be necessary for Renton to discontinue
Bryn Mawrts us of Renton's radio frequency, that the Bryn Mawr Fire Department be
allowed six months to make the necessary change.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Committee. Carried.
Councilman Reid recommended the installation of six mazda lights on Burnett St.,
and one mercury vapor light at the southwest corner of the intersection of Walla
Walla and Burnett Street to light up this crossing.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this recommendation be referred
to the Light & Power Committee and City Engineer with power to act. Carried.
Councilman Richardson requested that the City Clerk notify the City Attorney,
Sanitation and Ordinance Committee to be present at a meeting at 7:00 P.M., Monday,
January 8th in the Council Chambers.
Mored by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the City Clerk make arrangements for
Mr. Sampson, the University of Washington, representative of the Association of
Valley Cities, who is in charge of the Statewide City Employees Retirement Fund,
to attend a regular Council meeting, either the 9th or 16th of January, at which
time Mr. Sampson could explain to all the City employees in regard to the retirement
fund. The City Clerk is requested to notify all City employees of the date of the
meeting when it is arranged. Carried.
Mayor Baxter granted the Ways and Means Committee more time on the matter of the
proposed MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES FUND.
The City Engineer informed the Council that the Northern Pacific was contemplating
laying 6 foot of black—top on either side of the Railroad crossing at 3rd and Bur-
nett Street as soon as the weather permits making this improvement..
Fire Chief Lawrence reported that Civilian Defense 1st Aid Classes will start at
7:30 P.M., on Thursday evening, January 4th in the Chamber of Commerce building.
Anyone interested in turning out is requested to join these classes. The classes
will be held at 7:30 and 9:30 P.M., and will continue for nine weeks, at which time
members may advance into teachers classes.
Councilman Richardson reported that he would like to thank the Fire Department
for the City Council, various clubs and organizations, for the use of their high
ladders in the many decorations around Renton, to help beautify the City.
The Park Superintendent reported that the City Attorney is working with the Puget
Sound Power and Light Company and as soon as all items are acceptable to the
City, they can proceed with the transaction of the purchase of the property on
the Renton Scenic Hill for a park.
In regard to an inquiry for information on the subject by Councilman Richardson,
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Property Committee stated that the occupants
of the Sweet Center had endeavored to have the inside stairway changed in this
building for sometime, but he had been informed by the Building Inspector and City
Engineer, the cost of the proposed change would be between $400.00 and $500.00.
The Building Inspector informed the Council that this building constituted the
same problems as a single family dwelling and that it would not require a special
fire escape under the present building code. Councilman Bruce stated that the
Property Committee would be glad to recommend an exterior fire escape such as are
used on Apartments.. Hotels, etc., but in his opinion, this was not required by
the present building code.
The Budget Controller stated that he is making considerable progress under the
new system and that he is receiving fine cooperation from all the department
heads.
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Mr. Mathewson, President of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, stated that their
membership was very pleased with the manner that the Mayor and Council was
runrang the City, that their visit was merely to see the Council in action. Mayor
Baxter stated that he and the Council would be glad to answer any questions or help
the Junior Chamber of Commerce in any way possible and that they should not
hesitate to make their requests known.
ved by Freyman.,- sN�ed by Riuhardsotno that all b llt #Wrolvod by the Vinare
Committee be allowed and ordered paid.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned.
Carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
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Renton, Wash
January 9, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Assistant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan;
Police Chief, Vincent Stewart; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence;
City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Airport Manager,
Jack Schneider; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Building Inspector, Walt Will and
Budget Director, Dave Pugh.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the meeting of January
2., 1951 be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTI.TNT
NO, AMOUNT NAM ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2419 25.00 W. Rock 343 Whitworth rewire house
20 500.00 Nat'l Poultry Equip. Co. 615 N. Wells install elec. wiring
1 — Frank Catuzo 13500 89th S. install plumbing
2 100.00 Northern Pacific Ry. Co. 336 Burnett St. remodel house
3 100.00 Olga Lord 14026 Sunset Hiway wire for range
4 600.00 Clyde L. Lewis 8436 Langston Road addition on house
5 — Clyde L. Lewis 8436 it It install plumbing
6 200.00 Robert A. Pierce 644 L. St. erect garage
7 9,200.00 V. J. Parrinello Sunset Blvd. erect house
8 600.00 Bellando Riverside Service Mill St. & Bronson install. tanks
S—A 100.00 Johnson Constr. Co. 133 Main St. break curb
9 300.00 Bernard T. Brinkel 914 D. St. erect garage
30 — Angus McDonald 116th S.E. & SS Blvd. install plumbing
A petition was signed by 38 property owners was read for the improvement of street
lights on Wells Street from Walla. Walla Avenue to Grady Way.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Swift, that this petition be referred to the Light &
Power Committee for a report back. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council, made the motion, seconded by
Freyman, that an Ordinance be drafted for an emergency budget for Civilian Defense
in the amount of 010,000.00. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hagen, that the Director & Assistant Director
of Civilian Defense, together with the Mayor, Ways & Means Committee and Finance
Committee arrange a meeting to discuss the emergency budget and report back. Carried.
Mr. John Dobson stated that in his opinion, the City Administration is to be con—
gratulated for making this emergency allowance available for the Civilian Defense
program,
A communication was received from Nell Davies, Secretary of the Earlington Woments
Club, requesting drainage along the sidewalk between 86th & 88th South on Langston
Road, also that surplus dirt be removed from the road on 90th South.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the request be referred to the City
Engineer with power to Act and the Earlington Women's Club be so notified. Carried.
A conmunication, signed by H. R. Johnson, Secretary of the Board of Directors,
Renton School District No. 403 was read, stating that the Renton behool Board would
like to discuss improvements to Second Avenue between Logan Street & Rainier Ave.,
with-the City Council Street & Alley Committee, City Engineer and Mayor at their
SHMI—monthly meeting on Thursday.. January 18th at 8:30 P.M.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that this communication be referred
to the Street & Alley Committee, City Engineer and Mayor to make arrangements to
attend this meeting. Carried.
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A communication was read from the Windsor Hills Community Club, signed by Mary E.
Henry, Secretary and Treasurer, thanking the responsible persons for the better
garbage service they have enjoyed recently.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that a copy of this communication be for-
warded to the City Engineer and posted at the City Garage for the City employees to
read. Carried.
A communication was received from the Pollution Control Commission of the State of
Washington, signed by Wallace W. Bergerson, Assistant Director and Associate
Engineer, in regard to arranging for treatment of sewage from Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge
Sewer District in the City of Renton's sewage treatment plant and the enlarging of
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Rentonts Disposal Plant, stating this arrangement will be, it is believed, the most
economical solution to the sewage treatment problem for the two areas if proper
agreement on division of costs and charges can be reached.
Representatives of the Pollution Control Commission will arrange to attend a Renton
City Council meeting for further discussion of this matter if desired, and they would
appreciate a reply indicating the action taken.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that this communication be referred to
the City Engineer, Sanitation Committee and City Attorney to arrange a meeting with
the Pollution Control Commission of the State of Washington and report back to the
Council. Carried.
The City Clerk stated that he had contacted Mr. Sampson, the University of Wash-
ington Representative of the Statewide City Employees Retirement Fund to make arrange-
ments for a proposed meeting with the City Employees, but that Mr. Sampson might not
be available until the 23rd and that he would so advise the different Department
Heads when a satisfactory date was set. The City Clerk stated he would request Mr.
Biesen, Executive Secretary of the Association to come to the meeting with Mr.
Sampson. The City Clerk further stated that it would require two years to withdraw
from the present system and transfer to the Federal Social Security-Plan.
Councilman Bruce reported that his committee was compiling information on the two
systems at this time, and that they had found there was a considerable difference
between the two systems.
The City Clerk reminded the Council that an answer was requested to the communi-
cation3ead last week from Chester Biesen, Executive Secretary of the Association
of Washington Cities in regard to a specific Council decision of the one special
question and the two other questions also submitted by Mr. Beisen.
The City Clerk informed the Council that additional funds of approximately 15%
which would be required to take care of any increase in City contributions on higher
maximum salary allowances for the City of Renton would be available at the present
time.
After considerable discussion of the proposed question of increase of the maximum
salary on which contributions are paid under the Statewide City Employees Retire-
ment Fund, it was moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council NOT take
any action on the communication from Mr. Biesen, Executive Secretary of the -
Association of Washington Cities, in regard to raising the minimum salary on which
contributions are to be calculated, and increasing the amount of matching funds,
or the other two questions as requested. Carried.
�;ouncilman Swift reported that the requested crosswalk in front of the B & B Mar-
ket is one-half the width of the street outside the City, but for the benefit of the
pedestrians, his committee recommended that this crosswalk be painted as soon as
possible.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street and Alley Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that upon investigation, his committee found no infringe-
ment of the Ordinance in regard to the gas station on the Old Issaquah Road.
The Street & Alley Qommittee recommended that signs be attached to three parking
meters in front of the Bussinello Delicatessen stating the areas are "Loading and
Unloading Zones" with "15 minute limit on parking from 6:00 P.M., until midnight".
Mayor Baxter granted the Street & Alley Committee more time on the Lake Shore Lines
request for bus zones on Park Avenue as outlined in their letter of December 14, 1950.
Councilman Swift stated that his Committee recommends establishing one-hour parking
zones on the west side of Morris Street from 2nd Avenue south to the Seattle Pipe Line
right--of-way, from 9:00 A.M., to 9:30 P.M. This will include the three homes on the
west side of the street.
The City Clerk read the Police Chiefs' recommendation in regard to the parking pro-
blem on Morris between 2nd and 3rd Avenue, that restrictions be placed in effect on
this street.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
The Street & Alley Committee recommended that the alley, described as the west end
of the alley in Block 13, Car Works Addition to Renton be vacated as requested by
the Pacific Car and Foundry Company and Mr. Colombo, owners of Lots 1 to 3 6, in-
clusive, abutting on this alley, providing these are the legal owners of above des-
cribed property.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Engineer and City Attorney
check the validity of the signatures and bring in the necessary Resolution in regard
to vacation of this alley. Carried.
The Street and Alley Committee recommended that a sign be installed by the Engin-
eering Department on the traffic light at the intersection of 3rd and Main Street
permitting right turns in a westerly direction when the flashing blinker is on.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommenda-
tion of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
The Mayor granted the Street & Alley Committee more time on the communication from the
City Engineer in regard to the construction of a permanent traffic crossing at 7th
Avenue.
The Street and Alley Committee recommended that the last four meters on Williams
Street in front of the State Patrol Office have heads removed and the sign posts left,
that this space be reserved as a public service to the ublic. (The last meter on the
corner violates a City Ordinance and should be removed. Councilman Swift reported
that the traffic committee of the Chamber of Commerce also recommended the above
action on Williams Street in front of the State Patrol Office.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Street & Alley Committee.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Bruce, No; Davidson, Aye;
Dullahant, Aye; Freyman, No; Hagen, Aye; Hansen, No; Reid, No; Richardson, Aye;
Swift, Aye; Tamborini, Aye and Trimm, Aye. There being 8 Aye's and 4 No's, the motion
carried.
The Chief of Police stated, in his opinion, it would not be possible to control or
enforce public service parking in this area, that anyone could park there indefinitely
and that the Police Department or Traffic Regulations Division would have no control
over parking at subject place.
The Police Chief informed the Council that the speed limit on Houser Way was 25 miles
per hour.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the City Engineer post the proper speed
limit signs on Houser Way and the Police Department check the traffic during the peak
hours. Carried.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Property Committee, stated that his committee re-
commended that an additional entrance door, where needed, be cut in the building
occupied by the Heath Mfg. Company and Bud Davis at Mothers Park, as there is only
one door at the present time to serve both companies.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the City
Engineer be authorized to install an additional door where needed, in the building at
Mothers Park, as recommended by the Property Committee. Carried.
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Councilman Dullahant stated that a stop and go traffic light should be installed A
at the intersection of Houser Way and Bronson Way North, as there was a serious
traffic problem at the peak hours.
The City Engineer stated that the State Highway Department had jurisdiction over
installation of lights on State Highways through cities and they would only allow
lights to be installed by their Department, if and when they saw fit, further that
in the future, Cities with a population over 5000 will have to construct their own
highways within the City limits.
Councilman Reid stated that they now have traffic lights to install at intersec-
tions within the City of Renton on the State Highway, and that the State would not
give permission for these lights to be installed.
Mayor Baxter stated that the East Pacific Highway Club was sponsoring legislation
putting the highways inside City limits, back under the City's jurisdiction, in
regard to the North-South Highway only.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, at the suggestion of Councilman Swift,
that the matter of installation of traffic lights being installed at hazardous
crossings on State Highways inside the City Limits of Renton be referred to the
Light and Power Committee to make an investigation to see if it would be possible
to install traffic lights to operate at peak traffic hours, and report back next
meeting. Carried.
Councilman Hagen stated that his committee was waiting for the State Legislature
to open and committees to be appointed so the Legislative Committee of the City
Council could push the necessary legislation for the benefit of the City of Renton,.
and requested a special meeting of his committee at 7:30 P.M., on Tuesday, January
16, 1951.
Councilman Richardson stated that the Ordinance Committee had held a 'meeting on
Thursday, January 4th 1951 and they had nearly completed work on the proposed
garbage ordinance, but still have plans and specifications to go over and requested
a meeting of the Council as a whole at 7:00 o'clock P.M., on Tuesday, January 162
1951, providing it would not interfere with the pre-arranged meeting of council-
man Hagen's committee meeting. Councilman Hagen stated that, if the 7:00 o'clock
meeting would not last too long, he would appreciate having the Council as a
whole attend his committee meeting also, as in his opinion, this was a matter
for discussion by the Council as a whole.
A communication was read from Olin Hansen, Justice of the Peace, stating that the
County Commissioners- by law, furnish a room for the conduct of a Justice Court
and that they prefer a place in the Renton City Hall in order to centralize the
activities of the Justice Court, also, after talking to the Mayor, the Chairman
of the Property Committee, Police Judge and the Police Judge's Secretary, he had
found there was no objection on their part to the use of the Police Court Room,
part time, when not in use by the Police Judge during his trials. Mr. Hansen
stated that there would be no conflict between the two courts. Rent of $25.00
per month will be paid by the County for use of this room.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that this communication be referred
to the Property Committee and City Attorney with power to act. Carried.
A report was read from the Chief of Police in regard to Mr. Eldon Fisler's appli-
cation for a Taxi Cab License stating he has known Mr. Fisler for many years and
that he is a reliable person, that, in his opinion, there is no moral reason why
he cannot qualify for a license and further suggested that no additional taxi
stands be authorized for Wells Street.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this report from the Chief of Police
on Mr. Eldon Fisler's application for a Taxi Cab License be referred to the Police
and License Committee and Street and Alley Committee with power to Act. Carried.
Councilman Swift requested that the Engineering Department be asked to centerline
the streets as soon as the weather permits.
Councilman Swift requested that the City Engineer and City Attorney (or Assistant
City Attorney) attend the Street & Alley Committee meeting on Monday evening,
January 15, 1951 at 8:00 P.M.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the Legislative Committee be allowed
their expenses at Olympia if they have anything of importance to benefit the City
of Renton, to be brought before the State Legislative Committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter granted Councilman Delaurenti two weeks Leave of Absence.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that Councilman Richardson be appointed
President of the Council pro tem during the absence of Councilman Delaurenti. Carried.
Councilman Bruce suggested that as the City of Renton is paying the Association of
Valley Cities to take care of the City's Legislation interests, that a proper
Resolution be forwarded by the Council's Legislative Committee to the State Legislative
Committee for action in regard to the State Highway Department taking over the City
Streets, and other matters that the City has suggested State action upon in the past,
that has been set aside.
Mayor Baxter, stated that as a member of the Waterway Commission, he was planning on
attending the Legislative Session at Olympia.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that Mayor Baxter and Councilman Reid also be
allowed expenses to Olympia on City business. Carried.
Councilman Reid stated that, in his opinion, it would be advisable if members of the
City Council would attend meetings of the Airport Board once a month.
Mr. Jack Schneider, Manager of the Airport, stated that Airport Board meetings are
held monthly and that he would advise the Council of the next meeting date and any
or all Councilmen would be cordially invited to attend any of these meetings. Further
that decisions are made on various problems of the Airport as they arise. Mr. Jack
Schneider, Manager of the Airport, informed Mayor Baxter that C.A.P. were taking an
active part in Civilian Defense and have an office in one end of the Revetment Build—
ing at the present time.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that Mr. Jack Schneider notify the Council
when their next regular Airport Board meeting will be held so that interested
Councilmen Can attend. Carried.
Councilman Reid reported that his committee recommended that Mercury Vapor bracket
light be installed at 2nd and Morris Street, and the light now located at this
intersection be changed to the middle of the block between 2nd and 3rd on Morris.
The entire installation to cost $160.00.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Light & Power Committee and the Light and Power Committee be so notified.
Carried.
Councilman Richardson recommended that the City Clerk open and channel to the proper
department head or committee, petitions or correspondence, addressed to Councilmen
or Committees that is received during the week prior to -Council meetings. The City
Clerk stated he would route any correspondence or petitions received to the best of
his judgment.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council authorize the City Clerk to
route correspondence or petitions received prior to Council meetings to the proper
department head or committee. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The meeting
adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
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January 16, 1951 CL
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter,
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID, DAVIDSON,
TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT. (Council Delaurenti not present, is on Leave of Absence.
ROLL CALL OF OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS: Assistant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan;
Police Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief - Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook;
City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Park Superintendent,
Gene Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack Schneider; Building Inspector, Walt Will and
Budget Controller, Dave Pugh.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of January 9,
1951 be approved as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from L. A. Williams, Manager, Central Division, Puget
Sound Power and Light Company, 601 Electric Building, Seattle 11, Washington., Stating
they are planning to construct a combination warehouse, service and garage building
on a site, which they own, in the Northwest corner of Section 20, Township 23 North,
Range 5 East, W.M., close to the entrance of the old Renton Mine. This site is out-
side, but immediately adjacent to the South City limits of Renton and as drainage in
this area is poor and they anticipate 40 employees working out of this building, if
their present plans mature., they would like to know if the City of Renton will grant
permission to connect this building to the City sewer system) rather than the use of
septic tanks for sewer disposal. They also state the availability of a spur would
have a definite bearing on their selection of the site, as they would receive and
ship a number of carloads of material. This spur would not have a great amount of
traffic. The Puget Sound Power and Light Company own a 50' strip of land from the
southeast corner of Section 18., near the south end of Williams Street northwesterly
to the Northern Pacific right-of-way and which was the location of the track to the
Renton Mine. They request approval for re-placing of this spur approximately as
shown on the attached drawing, also., also, Council consideration on the two matters
and wish to be informed of the Council's decision as soon as convenient.
Moved by Tamborini., seconded by Hansen, in regard to the above communications that
the matter of sewers be referred to the Sanitation Committee, the matter of re-
placing the railroad spur to the Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer and the
matter of the site to the Planning Commission, Carried,
The City Clerk reported that he had received the required license fee for 1951 for
the renewal of Taxicab Licenses from Calvin D. Davis, Highland Taxicab Company,
for one cab; Eugene Sylvia., Black & White Taxicab Company for four cabs; Harold W.
Jordan, Yellow Cab Company for three cabs; Harold W. Jordan, Jordan Cab Company
for three cabs and from W. J. Thompson, O.K. Taxicab Company for two cabs. These
Companies are now operating in the City of Renton and require Council approval for
renewal of licenses.
Moved by Reid., Seconded by Richardson., that the requests for renewal of taxicab
licenses, as reported, be referred to the Police & License Committee and Chief of
Police with power to act. Carried.
The Assistant City. Attorney stated it was advisable to appoint a third member to a
Committee as alternate in case one committee member is on Leave of Absence.
Mayor Baxter appointed Councilman Thomas Trimm as Chairman., pro tem, of the Police
& License Committee and Councilman Ben Richardson was appointed as the third
member of said committee during the leave of absence of Councilman Delaurenti,
Chairman of the Police & License Committee.
A communication was read from Ira S. Harding and Company, thanking the City of
Renton for the honest way they were treated while constructing the Kennydale
Water Tank and Tower and for the prompt payment for same. Their company guarantees
all of their workmanship and materials in the construction of this structure to
outlive its usefulness, if kept full of water. If from any reasonable cause and
fault of theirs., they will at any time in the future, repair or make new that part
or parts at no cost to the City of Renton.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be filed with the
City Engineer for future reference. Carried.
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An application for a master license for the operation of a coin-operated phono-
graph at 35 locations was read from William L. Roberts of the Modern Music Company'
agreeing to conform to all the rules and regulations of the City of Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this application be referred to the
Police & License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
A report was read from the Chief of Police stating that during a one-hour check 490
cars were counted using Houser Way. Mayor Baxter ordered the report filed.
A petition was read, signed by 78 City of Renton employees requesting a 10% cost of
living increase in their respective salaries.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that this petition be referred to the Council as
a whole, including the City Engineer, City Attorney and Budget Director. Carried.
City Employees are asked to be present, at a meeting Monday evening January 22nd at
7:30 P.M.
The Street & Alley Committee were requested to postpone their regular Monday night
meeting. Mr. Mikulich expressed the employees' sentiments as to a 15¢ an hour raise
for all. Mr. Sparrow stated that all employees should be present at this meeting.
Mayor Baxter and Councilmen Bruce and Tamborini stated that all the employees have
a right to request an increase in their salaries under the circumstances and that no
one would be embarrassed or intimidated becuase of such a request. Mayor Baxter
further stated he felt the requested increase should be given serious consideration
and investigation made as to the possibility of granting same.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer stating he had been
advised by the King County Health Department that the cost of maintaining the Black
River garbage disposal site has been running in excess of the $175.00 per month which
was agreed upon as a trial basis to terminate December 31, 1950. The maintenance of
this garbage dump is contracted out by King County and the actual cost to the County
for the garbage that the City of Renton dumps at this site is 0250.00 per month.
The City Engineer recommends that the City of Renton pay this cost beginning January
1, 1951, as it is far less cost to the City than the maintenance of a City owned
r.. dump.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred to
the Sanitation Committee, City Engineer and City Attorney with power to act. Carried.
A communication addressed to Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Real Property Committee,
from the City Engineer, was read stating that a prospective tenant had contacted
the City Engineer's Office regarding the leasing of "C" Building at Mother's Park
Industrial site. The proposal is based on a five year lease in which the City would
remodel the interior of the building by removal of al partititions and topping the
existing floor with concrete at an estimated cost to the City of 03000.00.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the City Engineer and Property
Committee investigate and find the actual rental the City of Renton-would receive,
and report back same to the Council. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, listing the three following pieces of
automotive equipment:
1939 Ford Panel truck . . . . . . Engineering Department
1941 International pick-up Water Department and
1930 Ford Pick-up . . . . Street Department
stating that they are practically worn out and should be replaced as it is no longer
economical to maintain them in good condition and recommending the purchase of the
following replacements:
1 Station Wagon type Passenger Truck for the Engineering Dept.
1 3/4 ton pick-up truck for the Water Department and
1 1/2 ton pick-up truck for the street department.
Councilman Richardson stated that the 1951 budget was set-up to provide for the
purchase of new equipment.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Property Committee and City
Engineer investigate the above request and present plans and specificiations, and
a call for bids for the above equipment and a 1951 four-door sedan for the Police
Department also be included in the call for bids and a request for a bid allowance
on a 1946 Chevrolet panel delivery, now being used by the Police Department, as
well as those mentioned above. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that he had contacted Mr. Dan Mather, Jr., Manager of the
Bureau of Old Age & Survivors Insurance, 125 Federal Office Building, who expressed
his willingness to come to Renton to explain the new Social Security Law to the
City employees.
Mayor Baxter stated, that in his opinion, it would be advisable to have both the
representative of the Statewide City Employees Retirement Fluid and the Social Secur-
ity Representative at the same meeting so they could give the merits of both systems
and that both men be informed that the other will be present at the same meeting.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the City Clerk be instructed to contact
these gentlemen to see if they could be present at a meeting of the City employ-
ees and the tentative date of January 23rd be set. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1396 declaring that an emergency exists
and appropriating monies for the purpose of providing for payment of the necessary
expenses and outlay necessitated by such an emergency, for the purpose of providing
for the Civil Defense Program for the City and its people in the present National
Emergency; allowing and establishing sums for expenditure for Civil Defense salaries
and wages., maintenance, operation, supplies and Capital Outlay, in addition to the
provisions of the 1951 budget, the total thereof, $10,000.00 being appropriated
out of the Current Expense Fund.
Mayor Baxter declared a recess to allow the Ordinance Committee, Finance Committee
and City Attorney to go over the proposed Ordinance*
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALLS RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FR.EYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID, DAVIDSON,
TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT. �..
The City Clerk reread proposed Ordinance No. 1396 stating that any and all proposed
expenditures must be approved by the Mayor, Budget Controller and Finance Committee
before expenditures are made and that the Mayor, subject to the approval of the City
Council, is authorized to decrease salaries of the Director and Assistant Director,
as outlined in the proposed ordinance or discontinue said positions when the need
therefore has ceased to exist.
Councilman Hagen stated, in his opinion, that all proposed expenditures of money
for the Civil Defense program should come before the Council for authorization.
Councilman Davidson stated, in his opinion, it would not be practical to follow
this procedure.
Councilmen Bruce stated that the Budget Controller should make a report of all ex-
penditures on the first Tuesday of each month.
Councilman Reid stated that such a report would give the Council complete infor-
mation in regard to expenditures.
The City Clerk explained that each Department Head contacts the Budget Controller
for a requisition to purchase needed materials. After the materials are purchased,
the Finance Committee approves same. tinder this plan, the Budget Controller, upon
receiving a request for a requisition to purchase supplies or to make other expen-
ditures, will first present for approval to the Mayor and Finance Committee, the
recommended expenditures. The City Clerk stated that a report could be made each
week of the amount spent for wages and materials and the balance remaining in the
fund.
Councilman Dulla.hant stated he was not in favor of providing for a second Assist-
and Director at $25.00 per month.
Councilman Swift suggested that the provision for a second Assistant Director be
omitted from the Proposed Ordinance and that the amount of money suggested for
such position, of 1300.00 be added to the proposed amount for the hourly labor,
making a total in the proposed budget for hourly labor of $120000
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the provision for second Assistant
Director at $25.00 per month, in the total amount of 000.00 be omitted from the
Proposed Ordinance and that the sum of $300.00 be added to the item for hourly labor
making a total for hourly labor of $1200.00 Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that proposed Ordinance #1396 be re-
ferred to the Ordinance Obnmittee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee recommended that January 30, 1951 be set for the date of
hearing on proposed Ordinance #1396.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Councilmen Swift asked the City Clerk for an explanation regarding retroactive pay
for the Director and Assistant Director of Civil Defense.
The City Clerk stated that it was his opinion that retroactive pay for a position
created under an emergency and salary payment for same to be set-up in an emergency
budget would not be legal.
Mayor Baxter explained that these certain appointed directors are entirely re-
sponsible for the Civil Defense Program, to the Community as a whole and they have
already given a great deal of their time for the benefit of all citizens of Renton.
Councilman Tamborini, stated that the salary to be allowed in the emergency budget
for the Director and Assistant Director were not retroactive pay, but were for
future services as Director and Assistant Director, if and when such services were
performed.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 796, whereas a petition has been filed
by W. H. Scudder, Secretary and authorized agent of the Pacific Car and Foundry
Company and Louie L. Columbo, owners of lots 1 to 36 inclusive, Block 13, Car
Works Addition to Renton requesting that the west 80 feet of the alley abutting lots
1 and 2 and lots 20 and 21, all in Block 133 Car Works Addition to the City of Renton
be vacated setting the time and place for public hearing and directing the City
Clerk to publish and post notice of said hearing in three public places in the City
and in a conspicuous place on the alley to be vacated, which notice shall state
... the object of th petition and the hearing, the description of the alley involved
and the time and place of hearing.
The City Clerk read the "Notice of Hearing on petition to vacate a portion of the
alley of Block 133 Car Works addition to Renton."
Moved by Reid, seconded by Dullahant, that the date of hearing on proposed Resolu-
tion No. 796 be set as February 27, 1951.
Proposed Resolution No. 797 was read appointing Wiley Crook as the lawful agent of
the City of Renton with full power to act for said corporation and in all matters
pertaining to the adjusting, computing and settlement of all claims for the losses
sustained, or to be ustained by the City, by reason of the fire which occurred on
or about the 29th day of December, 1950, at or near the Control Tower on the Renton
Municipal Airport, including all claims against the insurance companies interested
in said loss, and to execute for said Municipal Corporation in its name, all docu-
ments, appraisals and other agreements, proofs of loss, receipts and releases as
may in his judgment be necessary or desirable.
The City Clerk explained that in most cases the Mayor and City Clerk sign legal
documents for the City, but in this particular instance the Insurance Company
requested the signature of the appointed Official together with a certified copy of
Resolution on same.
... Moved by Freyman, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council adopt proposed Resolu-
tion No. 797, and a certified copy of same be furnished the Insurance Company, as
per their request. Carried.
In reply to the request of Councilman Swift, the City clerk informed the Council
that this Resolution would authorize signing the subject document only.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 798, pertaining to the maintenance of
the State Highways inside the corporate limits of the City of Renton and payment
therefore, that the City of Renton, on basis of facts presented by the City Engineer
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finds that the maintenance of State Highway Routes through the City of Renton, is
inadequate and below standard, that the City of Renton, having adequate manpower
and equipment, does petition the State Department of Highways for the privilege of
full maintenance of the State Highway routes through Renton and that the City of
Renton be paid therein by the State Department of Highways at the rate of $$500.00
per mile, per year, for full maintenance on the following routes:
Primary State Highways:
#2 (Alternate) 3.8 miles
#5 (Rainier Ave) . . . . 0.9 "
#5 (Maple way ) . . . . 0.4 "
Secondary State Highways:
#1-L (Grady Way) . . . . . . . 0.5 Miles
##2-A (Park Street). 0.9 n
#5-C (Benson Road). . . . . . . 0.5 "
7.0 Miles
That the cost of full maintenance is estimated to be $3500.00 per year.
Upon request of Councilman Freyman, the City Engineer informed the Council that the
above figures do not include lighting.
Moved by xichardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council adopt proposed
Resolution No. 798 as read. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 799 that it is the consensus of the
City Council concurring in the recommendation of the Council's Property Committee
and the Renton Park Board that the two tracts below described in the Renton High-
lands, on which the Administration Building and the Community Buildings are situated,
should at the appropriate time become the property of the City of Renton for park
and playground purposes. A copy of this Resolution shall be furnished to the Housing
Authority of the City of Renton, and the Housing Authority is requested to adopt
and initiate such policies and actions as may be best calculated to make said pro-
perty available to the City of Renton at the least expense and at such time as may �.
be appropriate, in connection with its planning for disposition of housing pro-
perties. The two tracts referred to are described as follows:
(a) Administration Building Area: A portion of Section 9, Township 23 North, Range
5 Fast, W.M., situated in the City of Renton, Washington, and
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(b) Community Buildings Site: A portion of the southwest quarter of section 4,
Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., situated in the City of Renton, Washington,
bounded on the north by 15th Avenue north, on the east by "J" street, on the south
by 14th Avenue north, and on the west by "I" Street, together with a1:1 the buildings
and improvements thereon.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Freyman, that the Council adopt proposed 'Resolution
No. 799 as read.
Councilman Davidson asked that he be allowed to submit a drawing prepared by the
School Board, outlining an area that the School District was interested in securing
for building and playground purposes to determine if the School Distract and the City
was interested in areas that over-lapped. Councilman Davidson further stated that
the School Board had endeavored to acquire a piece of property just outside Renton
on the southeast corner of the Highlands, but that the County Planning Commission
did not wish to approve the site, so the School District decided to try to acquire
the area in the Highlands as outlined on the drawing presented.
Councilman Richardson stated, that it was his understanding that the City of
Renton was planning to construct the main park for the City of Renton in the area
the school wishes to acquire for building and playground purposes.
Mr. Tackett, Chairman of the Park Board asked if the Park Board asked if the King
County Planning Commission would take a different viewpoint if they knew there was
not a second choice spot available.
Mr. Don Humble, Executive Director of the Housing Authority stated that members of
the School Board had talked with the Housing Authority in a preliminary way, but
they have not received a concrete plan from the School Board as yet. That houses
that are required to be removed, if the School Board goes ahead with their plans
were all duplex houses and that the School Board now occupies four dwelling units
which they could reconvert to housing, that there would be no loss of units as far
as housing was concerned. Mr. Humble further stated that the Housing Authority is a
separate body from the School District and the City of Renton and must remain im—
partial in the negotiations for such areas.
Councilman Bruce stated that the purpose of proposed Resolution No. 799 was to re—
affirm the commitment made by the Housing Authority that the recreational facilities
would revert to the City when final determination had been made by the Federal
Government of the Housing in the Highlands. Councilman Davidson stated, that in his
opinion, it would be well to have the Property Committee and Park Board meet with Mr.
Hazen and the School Board before the resolution was passed. Mayor Baxter stated that
the City Council is planning on providing park areas for the City for the future and
s the area as described in the proposed resolution was to be the main park area for the
City of Renton, as this was the only suitable place for the type of park desired.
Councilman Swift stated that it was his conviction that this body is trying to
legislate for the City of Renton, that this proposed resolution is the City's means
of showing interest in this property and in being eligible to acquire same. Council—
man Kichardson stated that according to Mr. Humble, the School Board had already had
meetings with the Housing Authority in regard to acquiring this property and had
never said anything to the City Council, and that it was the consensus of opinion
that this property should be acquired for the City of Renton to use as Park property
and that the City Council probably could assist the School Board to acquire the
property they had tried to acquire first, that was not approved by the King County
Planning Commission. Mr. Tackett informed Councilman Reid that the purpose of the Park
Board in acquiring this property was to provide park and playground areas for the
future. That the City population had grown from 4000 in 1945 to 16,000 at the present
time and in his opinion this area was very suitable area and if suitable areas had
been set aside 15 or 20 years ago, the City would not be required to take second—
class property, lice they are trying to acquire from the Puget Sound Power & Light
Company on Renton Scenic Hill for a park; that the Park Board is interested in the
playground and recreational areas for the children in the future. In answer to Mr.
Tackett's question, Councilman Davidson stated, his understanding was that the School
Board would probably eliminate any trees located on this property. Mr. Don Humble
stated that there were letters on file to the effect that part of the property in
question, including the Fire Station, were to become City of Renton property and that
in his opinion the proposed resolution should read, "the City of Renton is interested
fir. in acquiring the property described in Section b, in addition to what has already
been pledged to them as described in Section a." Mr. Humble informed the City
Engineer that the City Council and Housing Authority agreed to disagree on the dis—
position of the 24 houses on this property so they were omitted from the sale. The
Assistant City Attorney stated in his opinion the proposed Resolution was a statement
"whereby the City wishes to reaffirm the previous commitment." Councilman Bruce
stated that the Housing Authority had made this commitment and the Council was re—
minding them by Resolution of this commitment.
The motion to adopt proposed Resolution No. 799 being put to a vote carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Property Committee, Park Board and
Planning Commission meet with the School Board and 114r. Hazen in regard to their
proposition in acquiring property for school purposes. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported they had met with the City Attorney and represen—
tatives of the Renton Housing Authority, to discuss the Resolution introduced by the
Mayor and referred to the Ordinance Committee, in regard to the disposition of the
Cedar River Park Project Housing units and that the Government had placed a freeze
on Federal Housing also that the Federal Government would loan to private enterprise
the capital to construct a housing project, that Federal money is available, if
private business cannot get anyone to finance such a project. That if the City of
Renton and the Housing Authority turned this project loose the City of Renton Housing
Authority might have to find another project so they could have enough low rent
houses for the prople that are moving to Renton, at the same rental price that are
now available at Cedar River Park. That it is the unanimous opinion and recommen—
dation of the Ordinance Committees confirmed by the Assistant City 4ttorney2 that
the City Council NOT adopt this resolution at the present time under the conditions
and the way it is written, but that the City Council will still have time before
the date of July 1952 to take the necessary action required by law.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and that this resolution NOT BE ADOPTED. .4 roll call vote
being taken as follows:
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RICHARDSON, AYE, SWIFT, AYE, BRUCE, NO FREYMAN, NO HANSEN, AYE, HAGEN, AYE,
TRIMM, AYE, REID, AYE, DAVIDSON, AYE, TAMBORINI, NO. DULLAHANT, AYE, there being
$ AYES and 3 NOIS, the motion carried.
The Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer will meet Thursday evening, January
1$, 1951 at $:30 P.M., with the Renton School Board in regard to the black—topping
of 2nd Avenue from Logan Street to Rainier Avenue.
The Ordinance Committee, City Engineer and Sanitation Committee will meet Thursday
January 23� 1951 at 7:00 P.M., to discuss the proposed garbage Ordinance.
Councilmen Swift reported that the Street & Alley Committee had decided on the 4w„
west side o£ Williams Street, North of 3rd Avenue, by the Central Tavern as a
proposed taxicab zone for.Eldon Fisler and requested that the City Engineer be
notified to move the meter now at this location and install the required taxicab
sign.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Hansen, that all billy approved by the Financq
Committee be allowed and ordered..paid.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented: CLAIMS — P. Tel. & Tel. Co.etc. 460.94 9197-9200
PAYROLL — ALL DEPARTMENTS - 017,990.7$ - 119-25$
Moved by Freyrian, seconded by Trimm, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 11:00 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
January 23, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID, DAVIDSON,
TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
ROLL CALL OF OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Assist—
ant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan; Police Chief Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd
Lawrence; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton,
City Engineer; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack Schneider;
Building Inspector, Walt Will and Budget Controller, Dave Pugh.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of
January 16, 1951 be approved as corrected. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PhMgTS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT.
N0, T NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2431 D. F. Bosley 130 Main St. remove sign
2 100.00 Elmer Varner 124 Park St. pave between side—
walk & curb.
3 60.00 A. E. Kohler 12736 SE 1"th carport
4 100.00 Bernie Thomas 36 Logan remodel building
5 400.40 Renton Hospital 4th & Shattuck rewire
6 3,000.00 Roberge 12736 SE 143rd erect garage
7 10,000.00 John Civliani 340 Sunset Blvd. erect building
8 31000.00 Nat'l Poultry Equip, Co. 615 Wells St. erect building
9 300.00 S. Anderson 907 "B" Street erect garage
40 11365.00 Ann Lotto 107 Factory remodel dwelling
1 250.00 W. J. Seguin 334 N. Williams remodel foundation
2 100.00 Mrs. Temme 3rd & Wells repair foundation
3 1,000.00 Gene Richards 235j Pelly remodel residence
,.. 4 100.40 Wilbur White 2245 6th North erect fence
5 500.00 Ann Burdulis 231 Wells St. remodel bldg.
6 100.00 Joe Banasky 402 Whitworth Ave. Const. sidewalk
7 500.00 Charles Puckett 401 7th Ave. S. erect garage
8 1,500.00 Robinson Wilson 215 Tobin Ave. remodel residence
9 Joe Boydston 230 Main Street plumbing
Council President pro tem, Ben Richardson, reported that the City Council as a
whole had met with the City employees on January 22nd to discuss the requested
;25.00 per month or 15¢ per hour, hourly increase asked by the City employees at
the January 16th meeting. Councilman Richardson stated that the Council as a whole
had met and after a full and thorough discussion and consideration in regard to
the proposed. increase, as requested, that the Council was in favor of presenting
Emergency Ordinance for approval to the Attorney General's Office for a ruling as
to its legality, and that the Council would try to get the proposed Emergency
Ordinance through, on the basis of $20.00 per month increase in salary for those
who are paid by a monthly salary and 12¢ per hour increase for those who are paid
by the hour, that said increase to have a top of $350.00 per month per employee,
i.e., no employee who is getting below $350.00 per month be allowed an increase
in salary to make his salary total more than $350.00 per month, and an employee
receiving $350.00 or more per month is to receive no increase in salary.
The City Clerk read proposed Ernergency Ordinance No. 1397 as presented by the
Ordinance Committee, declaring that an emergency exists, amending the budget and
appropriating monies to provide for payment of salaries, wages, and expenses
necessitated by such emergency, as a number of employees have quit their em—
ployment to obtain higher wages elsewhere; and employees of the City have petitioned
and orally advised the City Council that they are in serious need of an increase
in salary in order to meet higher living costs. The proposed emergency budget
would contain the following items in its entirety.
For increase in monthly salaries 15,840.00
For increases in hourly wages . . 123,240.00
For increases in City contributions
to employee's retirement Fund 1,3402,00
TOTAL 299420.00
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that proposed Ordinance No. 1397 be re—
ferred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Emergency Ordinance No.
1397 and recommended that the City Attorney (or Assistant City Attorney) take this
proposed ordinance to the Attorney General's Office in Olympia to have its legality
checked.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommenda—
tion of the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Floyd Shaff, appointed Chairman and Spokesman for the City Employees, stated that
the employees at a meeting at the Garage at 4:30 this afternoon, had agreed to
cooperate with the City Council as far as the proposed wage increase is concerned,
although they still think that a $25.00 per month increase is the amount that the
City employees should receive, and further suggested that a representative committee
of the employees meet with the Council when the 1952 Budget is prepared to discuss
salaries.
Councilman Richardson stated, that in his opinion, the Council would give a committee
from the employees every consideration possible in the preparation of the 1952 budget
during this year when it was prepared.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce, that as it was the recommendation of the Council
as a whole that the Legislative Committee be requested to contact Senators and
Representatives in regard to securing their assistance in the passage of a bill
through the U.S. Congress allowing cities remuneration in lieu of taxes, or that
the Government be required to pay taxes on said property in order- that the Cities
involved might be financially enabled to carry out municipal services required of
them by the public, State and National Government. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Legislative Committee contact the
various service and fraternal organizations and secure their assistance and in—
fluence in regard to enlisting the active aid and support of U. S. Senators and Re—
presentatives for the passage of such legislation. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated, in his opinion, if a sufficient number of these organizations
requested action from the Government in regard to this loss of taxes as a result
of Boeing Airplane Company and the Pacific Car and Foundry Company property being
taken from the tax rolls, the afford would be more effective.
Councilman Richardson stated that as Mayor Devin of Seattle was President of the
American Municipal Association, that support should be given by this Association
in regard to their efforts to have part of the money returned to the City which has
been denied them by taking U. S. Government property from the tax rolls. That a
bill has been introduced by Senators Tollefson and Mitchell in Congress to this
effect, but the bill had been side—tracked because of the Korean situation, and in
his opinion all civic and fraternal organizations should use their influence to get
Congress to give this bill consideration as speedily as possible.
Councilman Bruce introduced Mrs. Streck, Field Director and Mr. Pratt.. Assistant
Manager of the Bureau of Old Age and Survivors Insurance, for this area, who were
invited to this evening's Council meeting to explain the new Social Security Plan.
Mrs. Streck explained under the new Plan, effective January 1, 1951, the amount
of the monthly payment to a retired person increased and explained the method of
calculation (new formula) and showed comparison charts as pensions are now figured.
Mr. Pratt further explained the rates of pensions and explained how the City em—
ployees could start their request for Federal Social Security. Fact sheets are
available with complete information as to the new Social Security Plan. Mr. Pratt
further stated there were six questions which must be answered before they would
know if it would be possible for the City to change their pension system.
(a) What happens with respect to employees already retired under such
a plan or system?
(b) What disposition is made of employee contributions?
(c) What disposition is made of employer contributions?
(d) What provisions are made for vested rights already acquired?
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(e) What provision is necessary to protect employees from
the date the system is abandoned and the date of acquiring
of insured status under the Federal System?
(f) Would the re-establishment of an abrogated system to serve
as a supplement to the Federal System throw doubt on the matter
of whether the intitial plan had actually been abondoned.
Mr. Pratt explained that the Cities were governed by State Law, that the new
Federal Security Law was made on a flat monthly rate, instead of years of service,
that an employee who retires at 65 years, or dies before the end of June 1954,
after 1z years will get just as much as the person who had been under the previous
system for 10 years. That the Municipal employees may have coverage if the State
enters into an agreement with the U. S. Government, first it would be required to
have enabling legislation, then the state would present the plan to the various
coverage groups. (Mr. Pratt answered Councilman Bruce, that it was presumed gen-
erally that the state would approve this coverage.) After the required enabling
legislation, a City could petition the State for coverage. There are two years
allowed to decide and this plan will be retroactive until January 1951. After this
date, the pensions are only retroactive to the quarter it was received. If the
City should retain the retirement system, the balance of the employees could not be
brought in, they would have to be excluded. The City employees are divided into
two groups, Proprietary employees - those connected with utilities and non-pro-
prietary employees, those not connected with a utility. This agreement, once adopted,
would run indefinitely, but can be terminated any time for reason, for instance
where an agreement was not complied with. The tax through 1953 would be 1 from
the employee and 1 from the employer, for each employee, up to $3600.00 per year,
which is the maximum taxable wage. And accordingly, from
1954 - 1959 - 2% would be withheld from employee and employer
1960 — 1964 - 2-21%
1965 — 1969 — 3%
1970 - on - 3-f n n n n n
These taxes are forwarded into whatever agency the Governor designates, in most
states to the Director of the Budget and Finance. The State collects all taxes and
pays them in a lump sum to the State Administrative Director of the Bureau of Old
Age and Survivors Insurance. If these taxes are not paid by the Municipality when
due, the Federal Government can retain any taxes from Federal Assistance Grants to
the States, as the State is responsible for these taxes. The accumulated taxes are
put in Trust Funds. The Social Security Trust Fund is the largest of all funds.
If an employee retires before he has reached the age of 65, he cannot receive any
pension payments until he is 65 and the blank time will be charged against his re-
tirement period, i.e., this loss of work time to the age of 65 will automatically
lower the amount of retirement pension the employee would receive should he have
worked up to the age of 65 years. If a certain department of the City belongs to
a Planners System, as our Fire Department does, that is satisfactory, but with this
exception, all employees must belong to the same system. Any employee who reaches
the age of 65 before he is eligible for the higher retirement pension amount, can
work indefinitely, until he does get the required quarters to his credit.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, NIFT, &RUCE, F REYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, 1TRIMM, REID, DAVIDSON,
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A communication was read from the Renton Central Labor Council, signed by Vern H.
Morris, President and Opal Chadwick, Secretary, requesting the Council do all
possible, under the governing laws, to find ways and means to raise the wages of
the employees of the City of Renton.
,r.. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the communication be answered and
and explanation given as to Council action. Carried.
An Insurance Policy, issued for 5 years, was presented from William F. Davis on
the American Home Fire Insurance Company. This policy covers the Main Fire
Station, the City Hall, Jones Park, Liberty Park, Windsor Hills Pump and North
Recreation Property in the amount of $872.30.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this Insurance Policy be referred
to the Ways & Means Committee, Finance Committee and City Attorney with power to
act. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton School District No. 403, signed by H.R.
Johnson, Secretary of the Board of Directors requesting that interested Council
Committees and the City Engineer meet and discuss the location of an elementary
school site in the North Highlands, north of the Sunset Highway, on Saturday January
27th and inspect this property. They further request the same committee and the City
Attorney attend their egular semi-monthly meeting at 8:30 P.M., Thursday, February
1, 1951.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council as a whole, the Park Board ...
and City Engineer meet Saturday morning, January 27th at 10:00 A.M., with the School
Board to look over the grounds, and that the School Board to_ look, over the grounds,
and that the School Board be so notified. Carried.
Councilman Bruce reported that his committee had not sufficient time before the
Tuesday night Council meeting to meet with the School Board, Park Board and Mr.
Hazen regarding this property.
This being the night set for the hearing on the rezoning petition, from residential
to commercial district of Sam Pappas of the "portion of the NEj- of Section 17, Town-
ship 23 North, Range 5 East," and there being no written or oral protests, it was
moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that Resolution No. 795 be inferred to
the Ordinance Committee to draft the necessary Ordinance. Carried.
An application for Locksmith and Key Makerts License was received from Harry D.
Fletcher of 307 Wells Street, with the recommendation of the Police Chief that this
application be approved. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council con-
cur in the recommendation of the Chief of Police in granting the Locksmith & Key
Maker's License. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Planning Commission, signed by C. G. Myers,
Secretary, stating they had passed a resolution recommending that the City Council
change Section 7, Article 2, of the Zoning Ordinance No. 1164 as follows: "That
hereafter fences erected in the area known as the back yard area, which is 30 feet
forward of the rear lot line, be allowed to a height of 6 feet, and on lots more
than 100 feet in depth, the back yard area be moved forward to correspond to 100
foot lots on which garages and fences could be built; said fence construction to
be approved by the Building Department."' The Renton Planning Commission stated they
felt the above change would allow fencing off unsightly views and allow greater use
of back yard areas for recreational purposes, and aid the Building Department in
better answering some of the building problems presented to them and this proposed
change was recommended by a committee of which Walt Will, Renton Building Inspector
was a member, and has been approved by the Building Department.
The Building Inspector stated that this proposed change would serve two purposes,
one to allow recreational areas with a little privacy and the other to allow per-
sons to build garages on the deeper lots closer to the front of their lots at a more
convenient distance from the house.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Planning Commission and Building Inspector, and that this recommen-
dation be referred to the Ordinance Committee and City Attorney to draft the necess-
ary amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1164. Carried.
The specifications for the call for bids, as presented by City Engineer, Highton, was
read, for one Standard Model Black four-door sedan, one station w agaon, one standard
model 3/4 Ton Pick-up truck and one standard model 1/2 Ton Pick-up truck, as li.sted,
plus trade-in allowance on the City owned (and in operative condition) vehicles,
alsolisted. Bids are to be accepted until 8:00 o'clock P.M., February 13, 1951, at
which time and date they will be opened and read.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Dullahant, that the specifications be corrected to
read "approximately 116" wheel base on the station wagon, instead of "11.6" wheel
base", and 1939 model "Ford" as trade-in, instead of 1939 Model "Chevrolet"'. Also,
that the stipulation that individual or group bids are to be submitted on the three
trucks and one car in the "Call for-Bids". Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the City Clerk publish a "Call for
Bids" on the above corrected specifications as submitted by the City Engineer.
Carried.
A report was submitted by the Renton Police Department of a check made of the "Re-
served Parking Zone" on Williams Street in front of the State Patrol Office.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Hansen, that a copy of this report be furnished the
Chamber of Commerce, and one copy placed on file for future reference. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that Representatives Hess and Sorensen had presented House Bill
138, in regard to various City Councils setting wages of their Department Heads and
Elective Officials. Councilman Swift stated, in his opinion, this matter should be
referred to the Legislative Committee to follow up.
Vern Morris, President of the Central Labor Council, stated that the Central Labor
Council was interested in problems of the City and desire to aid in any capacity they
possibly can in helping to solve Civil problems. He stated in behalf of the Central
Labor Council that they would be specially glad to assist in any way possibly by using
their influence to bear on the Congress of the United States to provide for monies,
in lieu of taxes, for Government properties which have been exempt from tax rolls
and further stated that the Central Labor Council would like a communication from
the Renton City Council requesting that the Central Labor Council cooperate on this
question.
Mayor Baxter informed Mr. Morris that the Renton City Council would like help in
getting their request for payment from the Government in lieu of taxes for the Boeing
Airplane Company and the Pacific Car and Foundry Company to the proper legislators
in Washington, D. C.
Councilman Bruce reported that his committee and the City Engineer had investigated
Building "C" at Mothers Park and had estimated the cost of fixing this building,
to the satisfaction of the prospective tenant, would be approximately $3100.00 with
approximately $950.00 worth of salvage in cement block from the partitions, or a net
cost of $2160.00 and that the prospective tenant would pay only $65.00 per month rent,
that he considered it was a matter for Council approval to say whether or not a
transaction of this kind should be entered into.
Mayor Baxter stated, in his opinion, it was the policy of the City Council to rent
buildings belonging to the City, as is, and to permit the tenant to make the necessary
alterations at his own expense. Councilman Dullahant, stated that in his opinion,
the Council should continue to require the tenant to stand the expense of alter-
ations or repairs. The Building Inspector explained the condition of the building in
question and stated that if it were put in shape by the City, except for the plumb-
ing which would have to be contracted out, that this building would be a fine build-
ing. Councilman Reid recommended that the prospective tenant remodel the building
at his own expense, under the jurisdiction of the City Engineer and take the Qcpense
of remodeling the building out in rent.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Davidson, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of Councilman Reid. Carried.
Councilman Trimm reported that his committee recommended that the Puget Sound Power
and Light Company be allowed to connect their proposed warehouse building to the City
of Renton sewer system, at a monthly charge comparable to the services they receive.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Sanitation Committee. Carried.
The Fire Chief reported that one of the City of Renton's Volunteer firemen, now in
the Armed Forces, has a wife and two children in Renton and that due to sickness they
were in poor financial condition, but that the wife had a trailer-house, and the
Wife's parents, living at 416 Whitworth have an available area on the back of their
property where formerly a small cabin had been located, that had service of all city
facilities where this .trailer-house could be hooked up to the City facilities in a
sanitary manner. The Fire Chief requested that special dispensation be made by the
Council for the duration of her husband's military service, plus three months, to
allow this trailer-house to be parked for occupation on the rear of the property at
416 Whitworth.
Councilman Swift recommended that the party submit a written request and apply for
a non-conforming permit.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council take this request under '
consideration until the next Council meeting, and that no action be taken until
the next Council meeting, and that no action be taken until the Council has made
a thorough investigation. Carried.
The Fire Chief further recommended that the City Attorney, as legal advisor on the
Firemen's Relief and Pension Fund Board, investigate the question of "amount of
money due the Firemen's Relief and Pension Fund" from State insurance premiums, as
he had been unsuccessful in his attempt to secure this information.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Fire Chief. Carried.
Councilman Hagen requested that anyone who could obtain such a copy, get the whole
writing of the bill on "off—street parking" that was requested at the State Legis—
lature, stating that he would like to see just how the bill is written because he
understands it is not written as originally requested by City Councilmen and pre—
sented to the Association of Washington Cities for submission to the State Legis—
lators for their action and consideration.
Carried.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn. The meeting
adjourned at 11:15 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
January 30, 1951.
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN. HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS & DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Asst. City Attorney;
Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police; Floud Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City
Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon,
Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector
and Dave Pugh, Budget Controller.
Mayor Baxter requested that the Councilmen come to a decision as to whether they
wish to recess and attend the "March of Dimes" benefit program at the High School,
stating that should they wish to attend, reserved seats were being saved for the
Mayor, Councilmen and Department Heads. The Mayor also stated that on Wednesday
evening, January 31st there was going to be a special meeting on the Power question,
so that the regular meeting could be recessed until, tomorrow evening.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council complete any special
business and recess their meeting until Wednesday evening, January 31st to allow
the Mayor, Councilmen and Department Heads to attend the benefit program for the
"March of Dimes." Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that he and the City Attorney had gone to Olympia and met with
Mr. Hubble, Chief State =Examiner and Mr. Richardson, of the Attorney General's
Office who had granted permission to have the proposed Emergency Ordinance No. 1397
but requested that the wording, after the regular wording, "Approved by the Mayor
this 30th day of January, 1951," be corrected by adding, "This matter and Ordinance
having been submitted to and approved by the State Division of Municipal Cor-
porations and Attorney General on January 26, 1951."
4. The City Clerk read proposed Emergency Ordinance No. 1397 amending the budget and
appropriating monies to provide for payment of salary increases, as corrected by
the City Attorney.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that proposed Emergency Ordinance No. 1397
be referred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Emergency Ordinance No.
1397 as corrected by the City Attorney, and recommended its passage.
Moved by Brace, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Emergency Ordinance No. 1397 be
placed on its second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Tam-
borini, that the Council adopt proposed Emergency Ordinance No. 1397 as read. A
roll call vote being taken and all twelve Councilmen voting "Aye", the motion un-
animously carried.
Councilman Tamborini reported favorably for the Finance Committee and Ways & Means
Committee on proposed Emergency Ordinance No. 13962 appropriating monies for and
providing for payment of necessary expenses and capital outlay for Civil Defense
work in Renton.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Finance and Ways & Means Committee. Carried.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reid, that proposed Emergency Ordinance No. 1396 be
placed on its second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Rich-
ardson, that the Council a dopt proposed Emergency Ordinance No. 1396 as read.
A roll call vote being taken and all twelve Councilmen voting "Aye", the motion
unanimously carried.
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Councilman Bruce stated that his committee had investigated the lot at 416 !_`a
Whitworth where Mr. & Mrs. Fligge had requested that their son's wife be allowed
to locate a trailer and recommended that this non-conforming permit be granted.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Property Committee and that this request be referred to the Build-
ing Inspector and Fire Chief with power to act. Carried. Councilman Richardson
requested that the Building Inspector specify on the Building permit that this re-
quest be granted only until such time as the husband of Mrs. Fligge, Jr., has re-
turned from overseas duty, plus three months.
Tonight being the date for the hearing on the proposed vacation of the alley in
block 12, Renton Highlands, the City Clerk read Resolution No. 792 regarding the
petition to vacate the alley in Block 12, Renton Highlands. There being no written
or oral protests, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that Resolution
No. 792 be referred to the Ordinance Committee and City Attorney to draft an
Ordinance in regard to same. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that the City Treasurer had requested that funds be transferred
from Cumulative Fund No. 1182 to the `dater Department Fund as the Water Department
Fund was very low due to purchases of critical material for the Water Department
for this year, also expense caused by the installation of the Kennydale Water tank
and the new portion of the 20" water line from the Springs to the reservoir.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that this request be referred to the Ordin-
ance Committee and City Attorney to draft the necessary resolution. Carried.
The City Treasurer stated that X25,000.00 which would be transferred back to
Cumulative Fund #1182 as soon as it was received, would be sufficient to take care
of these expenses for the entire year and eliminate further cause for a second
transfer of funds later.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council meeting recess until
Wednesday evening, January 31st at 7:00 o'clock P.M. Carried. The meeting recessed
at 8:50 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
January 31, 1951.
The recessed meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 7:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM, DAVIDSON,
TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS & DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney; Gerard
Shellan, Assistant City Attorney; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City
„i Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon,
Park Superintendent, Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh, Budget Controller.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of January
23, 1951 be approved as written. Carried.
A copy of the letter from Mr. & Mrs. Frank F'ligge is to be furnished the Building
Inspector and Fire Chief.
The appointment by Mayor Joe R. Baader of Charles McGarrigle as a member of the
Planning Commission to replace Vern Burmeister, was read. Mr. McGarrigle's term
to expire January 2, 1957. Also, the appointment by Mayor Baxter of Frank Aliment
to succeed himself as a.member of the Planning Commission was read. Mr. Aliment's
term will expire January 2, 1957.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the Mayor's
appointments. Carried.
The appointment by Mayor Baxter of Asa Jones to the Fire Department Civil Service
Commission, replacing Stan Hovland was Read. Mr. Jones' term to expire January
21, 1957.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the Mayor's
appointment. Carried.
Mayor Baxter informed Councilman Trimm that Mr. James Denzer was a representative
of the Central Labor Council on the Planning Commission.
It communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, requesting that all
four industrial buildings at Mothers Park be given names for identification
purposes.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this request be referred back to
the City Engineer for recommendation of names and report same back to the Council.
Carried.
A communication was read from Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police, recommending that
the space from the stop sign and east to the alley on the north side of Walla Walla
at Burnett Street be utilized by providing four parking meter spaces, as outlined
in the recommendation.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that this recommendation be referred
to the Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer to investigate the matter
thoroughly and report back. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 800 authorizing and directing the City
Treasurer to temporarily transfer the sum of $25,000.00 (same to be transferred
back not later than December 31, 1951) from Cumulative Fund No. 1182 to the Water
Fund.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 800 as read. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Ordinance No. 1398.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1398 changing the zoning classifi—
cation of the "portion of the NE-j of Section 17, Township 23, North, Range 5 East,"
from residential to commercial use district.
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Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freynan, that proposed Ordinance No. 1398 be re- �
ferred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on the proposed Ordinance.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council accept the recommenda-
tion of the Ordinance Committee and proposed Ordinance No. 1398 be placed on its
2nd and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Frey-
man, that proposed Ordinance No. 1398 be adopted as read. A roll call. vote being
taken and all Councilmen present voting "AYE" the motion unanimously carried.
A communication was read from George G. Pasco, President of the Civil_ Service
Commission certifying Wendell W. Lancaster for Council consideration, stating
that Mr. Lancaster has been notified of the vacancy caused by the death of Paul
Henry in the Police Department, and that Mr. Lancaster will accept when appoint-
ment is made, to be effective February 1, 1951.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred
to the Mayor, Council as a whole and City Attorney to investigate and report
back next week. Carried.
A coWunication was read from Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent, enclosing a pro-
posed easement relating to Liberty and Jones Park, for Council approval.
The City Clerk read the proposed easement, stating that Commercial Waterway Dis-
trict No. 2, for $1.00 does grant, release and convey unto the City of Renton, an
easement appurtenant over, on and to Liberty Park and Jones Park, to have, hold,
improve and better the property fully described therein.
Councilman Bruce stated that the purpose of this easement was to allow the Park
Board to protect their improvements in the Parks if Commercial Waterway Dist.
#2 was dissolved.
Mayor Baxter stated that the question would have to come to the Commission for
a decision for approval or rejection, before it could be dissolved, that the City
would have an advantage in receiving additional taxes by acquiring the property,
on both sides of the River. Councilman Bruce recommended that the Council meet
with the Commercial Waterway District #2 in regard to this question.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to
Commercial Waterway District No. 2. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the Finance Committee would give a final report
at the next Council meeting on the "American Home Fire Policy" submitted by William
F. Davis, which had been referred to his committee last week.
The City Clerk read a letter from Don Humble, Executive Director of the Housing
Authority of the City of Renton to Mr. William V. Cowan, Chairman of the Mayor's
Advisory Committee on Disposition of War Housing in which they attached a copy of
a letter they had received from Renton School District #403, relative to the ac-
quisition of a grade school site in the Renton Highlands, a copy of a plot plan of
the proposed site of said school and a copy of Resolution No. 799 of the Renton
City Council, of which (b) of same, designates the same block as that in which the
proposed school site is located. Mr. Humble further stated that the school dis-
trict proposal would probably be acceptable to the Public Housing Administration
and that the Housing Authority would probably allow such a sale for school purposes,
but stated they are not submitting this proposal to the Housing Authority pending a
recommendation by the Mayor's Advisory Committee.
Councilman Bruce recommended that the Mayor appoint a committee to meet with the
School Board to notify them the decision the Council has made in this regard.
Councilman Richardson stated that the original site chosen by the School Boardfor
the proposed elementary school in the Highlands was turned down as it was too
close to Bonneville power lines and that the Bonneville Administration had informed
the School Board they were contemplating an additional power line. That the School
Board anticipates an increase of 1550 studnets in the Highlands, that the pro-
posed school will be a permanent school in the Highlands area and that the Honey-
dew school will be torn down.
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After a thorough discussion of the question, it was moved by Richardson,
seconded by Tamborini, that the Mayor appoint a special committee, including
the City Attorney and Mayor as members, with power to act, and that they meet
with the School Board in conjunction with determination of this property and that
the committee negotiate the agreeable size (number of acres) to be allotted to
the City of Renton for a Park. Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed Councilman Reid, Councilman Delaurenti and Councilman
"'ichard.son as members of the Special Committee.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the meeting be adjourned.
Carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M,
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Renton, clash
February 61 1.951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAUMMN RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIP 1,
IiEID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
Officials and Department Heads present were: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney;
Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attorney; Dorothea Gosset, City Treasurer and Acting ...
City Clerk; Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; James
Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport
Nkanager; Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh, Budget Controller.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the recessed meeting
of January 30th and 31st be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PE 1TITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
140 AMOUNT ELIX ADDRESS '.TYPE OF WORK
2450 100.00 George Custer 118 Wells :remodel house
1 8,000.00 White Construction Sunset Blvd. erect bldg.
2 100.00 Frank Manifold 81 Wells St. add wiring
3 1,000.00 Jay Holmes 1025 3rd Avenue remodel Bldg.
4 - A. V. McDonald SE 116th & Sunset Hwy. ,install htr.
5 500.00 Pedersen-See 117 Park Ave N.E. remodel house
6 1,000.00 Stone-Webster Eng. Seattle erect off.Bldg.
7 175.00 Anton Dime 104 Felly St, remodel bldg.
8 100.00 L.W. Saunders 237 Garden St. break curb
9 100.00 Zeb Shearer 96 Burnett St. Change wiring
60 81000.00 Mr. Frand (Old West Wines)1666 4th Ave. N. install spnklrs
1 - Gustrom 12724 Sunset Blvd. plumbing
2 450.00 Covey Bros. Grocery 317 Wells St. pave Pkng lot
3 100.00 Melville & Olson 421 Airport Way erect sign
4 600.00 Gooden & Co. 425 Airport Way wiring Service
5 - R.O. Benson 4824 168th So. septic tank
6 100.00 R. E. Drew 2604 9th Ave. N. oil burner
7 250.00 Bill Belando 27 Mill St. wiring
A communication was read from W. H. Wiehmeir, Assistant District Maintenance Eng-
ineer for George H. Shearer, District Engineer for the Department of Highways
submitting an application for a 20 year lease, with option for renewal for certain
property (as indicated on their attached map) located in Mothers Park, as a maint-
enance site for crew headquarters, office and shop buildings. The department will
bear the expense of necessary repairs and alterations, which they state can be
considered in arriving at a mutually satisfactory lease. They request to be ad-
vised, if the plan is agreeable, the length of lease, terms, etc., included in
the lease so arrangements can be made and approved by the head office.
The City Engineer stated this was half of the industrial piece starting just south
of Osborne's building and including building "C". Councilman truce stated that the
proposed rental of Building "C" as previously discussed at the January 23rd meet-
ing had been terminated.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Davidson, that this request be referred to the
Property --ommittee, City Engineer and City Attorney for a report back. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the communication and House of
Representatives Bill #2102 "to provide for local taxation of real estate and
improvements thereon, owned by the United States and for other purposes", be re-
ferred to the Legislative Committee. Carried.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Freyman, that the application of Frank Countner's
Inc., for renewal of their Masters License be referred to the Police & License
Committee with power to act. Carried.
A check in the amount of $160.00 for the Masters License and three separate
installations was enclosed.
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Upon the recommendation of the Civil Service Commission and Mayor Joe R. Baxter
that Charles Carbon be granted a permanent appointment as Captain in the Fire
Department, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council
concur in the appointment. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that three pieces of auto—
motive equipment, described with comments as:
1. One — Model TD9 Intl Bulldozer (Maintenance & transportation costs are
too high for its limited use.)
2. One — Mixermobile motorized scoop (Four years old, poor condition and
too light for City work)
3. One — Elgin, Jr., Motorized Street sweeper (worn out, and model is
inadequate for City work)
The City Engineer requested permission to call for separate bids to replace the
mechanical street sweeper and scoopmobile, stating that the above procedure will
permit the City to acquire this new equipment on a rental basis. The City Engineer
also recommended that the City of Renton acquire by rental an Austin Western, Model
40, Motor Street sweeper at an initial saving of $`1500.00 over the other sweeper
model and stated this included trade—in of the old steamroller for $1000.00.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the matter be referred to the proper
Committee and City Engineer to investigate and report back next meeting. Carried.
A communication, signed by eleven City of Renton firemen, members of Local 864,
International Association of Fire Fighters, was read, requesting and authorizing
the City of Renton to make payroll deductions of $1.00 per month and further re—
quested thi's amount be paid to the Treasurer of Local 864 in payment of Union dues
and also that this deduction may be terminated on ten days written notice or on
termination of employment.
The City Attorney informed the Council that this was permissable, for one year at
a time, under the Taft Hartley Law.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that this communication be referred to the
Fire & Water Committee for investigation and report back next meeting. Carried.
A communication was read from the Civilian Defense Committee, signed by Floyd Shaff,
Secretary, stating that the committee had met and unanimously requested the purchase,
of one gas engine and one transmitter and receiver, stating that the gas engine
is available from 141r. John Gruble, surplus dealer for $400.00 and the transmitter
and receiver can be purchased separately at a cost under $500.00 each.
After considerable discussion as to proper procedure of such purchases, the communi—
cation was referred back to the Civilian Defense Committee for further recommen—
dation.
A communication was read from George G. Pasco,-President of the Police Department
Civil Service Commission, recommending Walter J. Tracey, Jr., be appointed assist—
ant to W. E. Frazee, who has taken over the work of Paul Henry, deceased, on re—
quest of Chief of Police Stewart. Mayor Baxter stated that he recommended this
appointment.
The City Attorney informed the Council that under 2nd Class cities, the Mayor and
Council control the appointment of the Civil Service Commissions, both Police and
Fire Department. Whenever a vacancy occurs for any position or office, etc., the
appointing power, which would be the Mayor, with the consent of the City Council,
should requisition the Civil Service Commission to certify the name highest on the
list, the name most eligible to fill the vacancy. Upon certification by the Civil
Service Commission of the person most eligible and highest on the list, the Mayor,
with the City Council shall forthwith appoint such person, which, once the name has
been certified, makes it mandatory for the appointing power to act and they have no
discretion in it. The appointed person may be removed for due cause within a pro—
bationary period of six months.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Civil Service Commission and the Mayor. Carried.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Civil Service Commission be given
clarification of this law by the City Attorney and be asked to follow this pro-
cedure. Carried.
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The Chief of Police informed the Mayor and Council that the Civil Service Commis— 5d
sion had three sergeants and five patrolmen on their "eligible list," but that
the Captain and Chief of Police and Assistant Chief of Police eligible list would
require future examinations.
The Fire Chief informed the Mayor and Council that they were contemplating holding
examinations to provide an eligible list for the Vire Department Civil Service in
the immediate future.
The Council as a whole, being unable to meet since the last meeting, requests that
the appointment of Wendell Lancaster be held one more week.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the petition, signed by sixty
City employees, for the discontinuance of the Statewide City Employees Pension and
Retirement Plan, be referred to the Council as a whole, City Attorney and Mayor for
a report back next Tuesday. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that representatives of the City Employ—
ees be notified to sit in on the special meeting on Tuesday evening at 7:00 P.M.,
when the committee will discuss this matter. Carried.
A communication from Michael V. Disalle, Director of the Office of Price Stabiliza—
tion, I�nergency Stabilization Agency, 4ashington, D.C., to mayor Baxter was read
requesting the immediate appointment of a volunteer emergency stabilization coop—
eration committee with a chairman, to be named by the Mayor, to provide means of
assisting the regional and district offices of price stabilization in encouraging
general public knowledge and observance of regulations adopted in the interest of
sound national economy. They request that composition of this committee, when
appointed, be forwarded to the District Price Stabilization Director so that re—
quests for specific assistance may be directed through proper channels.
The Mayor stated that he had tentatively chosen his committeemen but had not been
able to contact them all in regards to their acceptance and would make a complete
report as soon as the committee was complete.
The Mayor declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was; called to
order by Mayor Baxter.
ROLL CALL: ALL TWELVE COUNCILMEN PRESENT,
The Mayor reported that the City Treasurer had received the new addressograph and
that the disposal of the old addressograph should be referred to the Property
Committee and City Treasurer.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Property Committee and City
Treasurer investigate this matter and report back. Carried.
Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, stated that his office
would have great use of this machine in the interest of all Renton for community
affairs and that if he were allowed to purchase this machine, he would allow other
public organizations the use of the machine and extra drawer space in the cabinet
to keep their addressograph plates in. Councilman Bruce stated that his committee
and the City Treasurer would submit their recommendation at the next Council meet—
ing.
A communication from the City Engineer to the Chairman of the Power & Light Comm—
ittee was read, suggesting that $2000.00 be allocated from the Cumulative Fund
No. 1184 for the improvement of street lighting by expanding the mercury vapor
street lighting system. The request was approved and signed by all members of the
Light & Power Committee.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recom—
mendation of the Committee and the City Engineer and that the City Attorney be re—
quested to draft a Resolution authorizing the transfer of this money. Carried.
Councilman Reid informed Councilman Dullahant that the City Engineer has completed
a survey and sketch. of the lighting needs of Renton and will present them at the next
Council meeting.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommenda—
tion of the Budget Controller, the Finance Committee and the Mayor in regard to the
purchase of a gas engine and transmitter and receiver for Civilian Defense needs.
Carried.
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Acting City Clerk, Dorothea Gossett read proposed Ordinance No. 1399, as presented
by the Ordinance Committee, vacating the alley in Block 12, Renton Highlands addition
to Renton, reserving an easement and right—of—way therein for construction, repair
and maintenance of public utilities and services.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that proposed Ordinance No. 1399 be referred
to the Ordinance Committee for their recommendation. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1399.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that according to law the above,proposed Ordinance
could be passed on this evening as the hearing had been held and the Resolution
passed.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1399 be placed on its
2nd and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reacting, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1399 be adopted as read. A roll call vote being taken
and all Councilmen present voting "Aye", the motion carried.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer that a parking meter zone be estab—
lished and four parking meters be installed at the Northeast corner of Walla Walla
Avenue and Burnett Street, in accordance with City Ordinance, as recommended by the
Chief of Police. Carried.
Councilman Swift, Chairman of the Street & Alley Committee informed the Council that
the earliest request of the Lake Shore Lines for a bus zone on Park Street and lst
Avenue North has been withdrawn in favor of a different parking zone on Second Avenue
North and Park Street. His committee requests more time until final action is re—
ceived from Lake Shore Lines,
Acting City Clerk, Dorothea Gossett read the report of the Special Committee, con—
sisting of Councilmen Reid, Delaurenti and Swift, together with the City Attorney,
who were appointed by Mayor Baxter to meet with the School Board in regards to pro—
perty in the Renton Highlands to be used as a grade school site and playground, stat—
ing-"the meeting was held on February 1, 1951 with Mr. John Nordmark, Executive
Assistant of the King County Planning Commission also present, for the purpose of
reconciling conflicting claims of the City Park Board and the School Board regard—
ing acquisition of this tract in the Renton Highlands. That the School Board offered
a compromise solution whereby the School District, which is eligible for Federal
Funds Aid in the matter, if applied for this month, offers to acquire the eleven acre
tract in its entirety, but omit acquiring a three acre contiguous tract which can be
left for later acquisition by the City if desired; the School District to build a
grade school at one side of the tract and a playfield on the remainder, with Federal
Aid; and if and when the City elects to acquire the three acre tract on which the
Recreation Building is situated, then the District and the City jointly to operate
the playfield lying between the schoolhouse and the Recreation Building. The City
Planning Commission submitted a recommendation in writing that favors joint oper—
ation of the playfield.
The Special Committee unanimously feels that school needs should have priority, es—
pecially when Federal Funds are available to improve the premises by the School
District and considering that the District has chosen this tract after careful con—
sideration, and also the fact that the County Planning Commission favors this tract
for the school location. They further unanimously recommend that the School District's
proposal for joint operation of the playfield, if and when the City elects to ac—
quire the Recreation Building on the adjacent three acre tract is feasible and
should be concurred in by the City as a present plan for future action".
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Committee in regards to both propositions as submitted, and that a
copy of the Committee report be furnished Mr. Hazen, with the concurrence of the
Council. Carried.
Upon the recommendation of Councilman Hagen, it was moved by Swift, seconded by
Richardson, that Mayor Baxter, together with any other members of the Council as
can possibly be of service, attend as many legislative sessions in Olympia as they
are able in behalf of favorable Renton legislation, with their expenses Paid.
Carried.
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After a short discussion it was moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that a
communication stating final and definite action, with no recourse by the City
Council, be sent to Rev. Ristesund in regards to his complaint against the City.
Carried.
The Ordinance Committee requested two more meetings of the Council as a whole
on the Ge.rDage Ordinance and suggested that these meetings be held as soon as
possible and be of a two or three hour duration to enable the committee wo work
out the remaining details. The City Engineer stated that the maintenance on the
two trucks is very high and that also, they may have to get canvas covers for the
present trucks.
Mayor Baxter informed the Council that there were many changes in the off—street
parking bill as presented to the State Legislature. Councilman Reid stated there
was considerable lobbying against the off—street parking bill.
Mayor Baxter further stated that the Power Bill was creating quite a problem,
if they can put it over, that they were contacting representatives who favored this
issue to work in behalf'of the power bill.
A communication was read from the Chief of Police to the Mayor statin; that an
additional patrolman will be necessary to fill the vacancy created in the Police
Department due to the death of detective Henry.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that this matter be referred to the
Civil Service Commission for their recommendation. Carried.
Councilman Swift requested that the Council make a study of the 7th 8: 8th Avenue
crossings on Logan Street north as it was impossible for anyone to cross these
intersections going towards Seattle during the change o� shift from 7:00 to 7:30
A.M., and from 4:00 to 4:30 P.M., at the Boeing Airplane'Company, and it was his
understanding that this program was going to increase in the near future.
Mayor Baxter stated that there were manually controlled lights operated by the
Boeing Airplane Company at these intersections during the war.
After considerable discussion, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that
the Police Department contact Mr. Glenn Dirst, Safety Engineer for the Boeing
Airplane Company to help get these lights, or similar lights, installed again.
Carried.
On recommendation of Council-mn Swift, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by
Tamborini, that the matter of purchasing date books for the Councilmen to keep a
record of their meetings, etc., be referred to the Property Committee and Finance
Committee with power to act. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the recommendation of the Property
Committee, that the transaction of the purchase of the Osborne Building located
on rented City of Renton property by Mr. Cook of the Trojan Press Company be con—
summated, was referred to the City Attorney and Property Committee with power to
act. Carried.
After considerable discussion, it was moved by Delaurenti2 seconded by Dullahant,
that the Chief of Police direct a communication to both the Black and White Cab
Company and Yellow Cab Company requesting that they abide by the Ordinance of the
City of Renton, and with two exceptions as noted, in the Ordinance, not allow
extra cab drivers or their friends to ride in the front seat of any of their cabs.
Carried.
The Fire Chief informed Councilman Davidson that both rest homes in Renton have
adequate fire escapes.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Clerk write letters of ,.�.
congratulations to both the Airport Manager and the Park Superintendent for their
fine reports for 1950. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated he also wished to thank the Airport Manager and the Park
Superintendent for their fine cooperation and their respective complete resume of
this years business.
The Park Superintendent informed the Council that the City Attorney and the Puget
Sound Power & Light Company have had considerable correspondence in regard to
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mineral rights on the proposed City Park property on the Renton Scenic Hill and
that they have just received the title report.
After a considerable discussion, Councilman Richardson stated, in his opinion, that
the consensus of opinion appeared to be for the City to proceed with the purchase
of this land on the Renton Scenic Hill for a park and that the Committee be so
instructed.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Trimm, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited were presented:
PAYROLLS — ALL DEPARTMENTS - 0162769.61 - 259-378
C URPENT
Claims it 21166.o6 - 9201-9205
SELLS. '100.00 2061
n FIREPMIS PENSION FUND 9 .0.30 — 4.7-50
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Trimm, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
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Mayor
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Renton, Washington
February 13, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI.
OFFICIALS AND DEPART11ENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City
Attorney; Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook,
City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Walt ,..
Will, Building Inspector; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager and Dave Pugh, Budget
Controller.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Davidson, that the minutes of the meeting of
February 6th be approved as corrected. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council dispense with the regular
order of business and take care of important business that must be taken care of
this evening, in order that the Mayor and Councilmen could assist in tabulating
election returns. Carried.
As a result of the Committee meeting of the Council with representatives of the City
employees, it was moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council notify
the Statewide City Employees Retirement System Board that the City of Renton wishes
to withdraw from the system. Carried.
A communication was read from the City of Renton Planning Commission, signed by
C. G. Myers, Secretary, replying to the City of Rentonts request of January 22nd
stating that the Planning Commission had passed the following resolution: "Resolved
that we recommend to the City Council that they approve the petition for replacing
the railroad tracks on the spur right-of-way, which is now owned by the Puget Sound
Power & Light Company as described in their petition, subject to the approval of
the State Highway Department."
Councilman Richardson stated that in his opinion it was the desire of the Council
to approve the above recommendation, but that he could not recommend any definite
action himself until a complete report was received from the State Highway Depart-
mentq The City Clerk stated, in his opinion, the Puget Sound Power & Light Company
would require approval from the City Council before they would make formal appli-
cation to the State Highway Department. Mr. McGarrigle, local manager of the Puget
Sound Power and Light Company in Renton informed the City Engineer that Puget Sound
Power & Light Company had contacted the Public Service Commission in regard to their
petition to cross the highway with a railroad spur and stated that the Public
Service Commission would make application to the State Highway Department for their
permission.
On the recommendation of Councilman Tamborini, it was moved by Reid, seconded by
Richardson, that the City Clerk notify the Puget Sound Power & Light Company the
findings of the committee and request the Puget Sound Power & Light Company to make
application to the State Highway Department and report back on same to the next
Council meeting. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Planning Commission, signed by C. G. Myers,
Secretary, stating they had passed the following resolution in regard to the City
Light of Seattle vacating the power line right-of-way which crosses Mothers Park:
"Resolved, that we advise the City Council that Seattle may possibly declare the
power line right-of-way crossing Mothers Park surplus, and recommend that the City
negotiate for acquisition of any portion of said easement that crosses said
Mothers Park property, and further advise the City Council of a small triangle
piece of property located in the corner of the Azzola property, adjacent to Mothers
Park, which is owned in fee by the City of Seattle and which might also be pur-
chased.
The City Engineer informed the Council that this was a small piece of property
that is held by the City of Seattle and in his opinion, of no value to the City of
Renton, unless at a future time; that this property borders on private property and
that this recommendation requires study by the Council's Property Committee.
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Moved by Richardson, .seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred to
the Property Committee, City Engineer and Park Board to study and report their find—
ings back to the Council. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Planning Commission, signed by C. G. Myers,
Secretary, stating that the problem of adequate and immediate fire protection for
Renton Hill and the south part of the City of Renton was discussed, especially
during the time that access to these portions of the City were blocked by the long
freight trains of the Milwaukee Road and Northern Pacific as they passed through
Fenton. To seek a solution, a resolution was passed by the Renton Planning Cormission
"recommending that the Council ask Floyd Lawrence and the Renton Fire Department to
make a study of the possible immediate solution of the problem, which would alleviate
the possibility of fire trucks being held up in serving the above mentioned areas
of Renton while freight trains were stopped or passing through the City and that their
findings should be reported back."
They further stated that it was pointed out that eventually the City of Renton would
probably need a fire station located in the southern part of the City, but until
such time as that became feasible, that there might be a possible immediate solution
insuring those living in such areas immediate service by the Renton Fire Department,
under the conditions mentioned above. The Planning Commission also stated that they
would appreciate the Councils cooperation in this matter and would also appreciate
knowing what conclusions or solutions are reached after such a study is made by the
Fire Department and Fire Chief.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this communication be referred to the
Fire Chief and vire & Mater Committee; that a copy of the above communication be
furnished the Fire Chief and Fire & 'Mater Commuttee, and the Planning Commission be
so notified. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton hospital, signed by J. C. Lund, Adminis—
trator, enclosing a resolution adopted by the King Councy Hospital Commissioners
on February 12, 1951; and stating the resolution had been read by the City Attorney.
Mr. Lund further stated that the Board of Commissioners agreed that action should
be taken to diver unnecessary traffic from the hospital grounds, and hoped the
resolution would be approved. The resolution stated that the private roadway on the
Renton Hospital grounds is used by the public to pass between Rainier Boulevard on
the West boundary and Shattuck Street on the east boundary and since it is not a
public thoroughfare, is not at present patrolled and regulated by the Renton Police
Department, and the use of this private roadway by the public has reached such a
volume that it creates a dangerous hazard to patients, nurses, doctors and hospital
employees, passing in and out of said hospital; and that the King County Public
Hospital District No, 1 Commissioners do not wish to change ownership or status of
roadway, due to the fact that the commissioners now have a program under consider—
ation for the increase in size of said hospital from a 100 to a -200 bed hospital,
and do not know at this time what chan;_-es will be necessary in the location of road—
ways on said hospital grounds; and it is the desire of the commissioners of said
hospital to secure patrolling and traffic control of said roadway by the Renton
Police Department and request the City of Renton and its Police Denartment to
assume and exercise such patrolling and triffic control and does give and grant to
the City of Renton, full police power and jurisdiction over roadways on property of
said Renton Public Hospital District No. 1, within the City of Renton.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that the City of Renton Ordinances
in effect now would cover signs posted by this authority granted to the Police
Department; that the resolution covers only the policing of this roadway and the
authority to post necessary signs.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation of the King County Hospital District No. 1, Board of Commissioners.
Carried.
.� A communication was read from the Chief of Police recommendating that the taxicab
license of Eugene F. S-✓lvia, under the trade name of Black & White Taxicab Company
be immediately cancelled and revoked, and that Mr. Sylvia be allowed 30 days to
make arrangements to discontinue operating said company, because of the fact that
Mr. Sylvia has been convicted of illegal possession and sale of intoxicating liquor,
and that the Police Department is reasonable certain that Mr. Sylvia has knowingly
permitted the use of his equipment for promoting the illegal sale of intoxicating
liquor.
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Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, on the recommendation. of Councilman Tamborini,
that this communication be referred to the Police & License Committee, City Attorney
and Chief of Police to investigate and report back at the next Council meeting.
Carried.
A communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending that the taxicab
drivers license of George Edward Torkelson be immediately revoked because of his
conviction for selling liquor from a taxicab illegally. He requested prompt action
on this request.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the communication be referred to the
Police & License Committee, City Attorney and Chief of Police to investigate and
report back at the next Council meeting. Carried.
A communication was read from E. A. Shearer, 410 Williams Street, petitioning the
Council for permission to establish a parking lot on Lot 2, Block 19, near the SE
corner of the intersection of 4th Avenue and Williams Street in Renton. Mr. Shearer
stated he would improve the lot in good shape for practical use as a parking lot
and keep same in a condition to meet the approval of the Council and City Engineer.
He requested a speedy and favorable reply to his request.
Moved by "ichardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this request be referred to the
City Engineer, Chief of Police and Street & Alley Committee with power to act.
Carried.
A communication was read from Loyd FI. Bowen, President, Renton Highlands Community
Club stating they have made plans to assist in the development of the play areas
in Block 19 and 20 and they feel that the first requirement, being one they cannot
install, is a water supply for each of these areas; that if the City will take care
of this item, which is needed for drinking water, as well as a supply for sprinkling
lawn areas, the Renton Highlands Community Club members will assist in other im-
provements and developments in these areas.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that this communication be referred to the
Park Board and City Engineer with Power to Act. Carried.
An application was received from Corbett Foyston of the Victory Tavern, 3rd. &
Rainier Avenue for a Shuffle board license.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hagen, that this application be referred to the
Police & License Committee with power to act. Carried.
A change in license for the Thomas Nursing Home 202 Mills Street, Renton was re-
quested by Hazel R. and Walter E. Thomas.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that this request be referred to the
Police & License Committee, Chief of Police & Fire Chief with power to Act. Carried.
Mayor Baxter introduced Mr. Hopkins of the Seattle Plywood Company who requested
the extension of City of Renton water to his property on Commercial Naterway District
No. 2 property for fire protection, drinking and sanitary purposes, and that they
further require water for their dry kiln. That to justify the spending of an equal
amount of money already invested in his company, for betterment purposes and to be able
to hire 30 men instead of the present 15 men, that he must have a water main to his
place of business.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Richardson that under ordinary conditions a
Local improvement District would be formed but that part of the property over which
the line would run was Reconstruction Finance Corporation property and the other was
owned by Commercial Waterway District No. 2. Mr. Hopkins informed the City Engineer
that he had not contacted anyone in Seattle as yet to get Seattle water extended to
his place of business, but on the recommendation of the City Engineer he would con-
tact the Seattle Water Department.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that this request be referred to the Fire and
Water Committee and City Engineer to work with Pair. Hopkins on this problem. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 801 as presented by the Ordinance
Committee, authorizing and directing the City Treasurer to appropriate the sum of
$2000.00 from Cumulative Fund No. 1184 for the purpose of meeting the costs and ex-
penditures incurred or to be incurred for the public improvement of street lighting,
including the extension of Mercury Vapor street lights in the City of Renton.
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Moved by Hagen, seconded by Richardson, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 801 as read. Carried.
Mayor Baxter requested Mr. Don Humble, Executive Director of the Housing Authority
of the City of Renton to explain House Bill 301 and House Bill 294.
Mr. Humber stated that the proposed House Bill 301 is an enabling bill to operate
under the Housing Act of 1949 in regard to urban redevelopment, primarily for the
purpose of improving or eliminating slums and in fact would become an operating
part of the Housing Act of 1949, and further stated that 44 of the 48 states have
already passed a similar type of enabling legislation on urban 3'edevelopment. Re—
garding House Bill 294, Mr. Humble further stated that the bill was sponsored by
_ The Seattle Chamber of Commerce and other Planning Groups in Seattle and that the
difference in the two bills was partially in financing and partially in operation
of control and that although Bill 294 might be preferable for a city like Seattle,
that in the opinion of many who had made a thorough and complete comparison of the
two bills, House Bill 301 would be much better for cities in the class of Renton.
Mr. Humble in7ormed Councilman Richardson that he knew of -two cities, comparable
to Renton that preferred House Bill 301 in preference to 294.
Mayor Baxter stated that Mayor Anderson of Vancouver had called in regard to this
question and desired to talk over the problem with Mayor Devin of Seattle and
other Mayors before reaching a decision in regard to the merits of the bills.
Councilman Richardson stated in his opinion, after checking with members of the
Housing Authority Board he felt that the City of Renton should favor the passage of
House Bill 301.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the City Attorney and Mayor be in—
structed to inform Mayor Devin of Seattle, that the City of Renton isnot in favor
of House Bill #294, but prefers the passage of House Bill #301.
Moved by Davidson, seconded by Richardson, that a letter be written to Mr. Chester
Biesen, Executive Secretary of the Association of Washington Cities explaining
Renton' s position in this matter. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that the Bill #,432 that Renton is working on with. Hoquiam has
been presented to the House and that the Power Bill Renton is working on has been
presented to the Senate. Mayor Baxter further stated that Senator Zednich has pre—
sented Senate Joint Resolution No. 101, in regard to HOME RULE for all cities in
the State and the Cities should endorse the Senate Joint Resolution.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Mayor, City Attorney and
Legislative Jlommittee be authorized to represent the Countil and the City and make
every effort possible to secure the passage of said resolution. Carried.
This being the night set for the opening of the bids on the two pick—up trucks,
one station wagon and one four—door sedan, the following bids were read by the City
Clerk.
WHITE — POPE, INC., — one four—door sedan, $1199.40 plus tax, plus one 1946
Chevrolet panel as listed on the bid sheet.
FRANK RHODES — one 3A Ton pick—up truck. with heater, defroster,
spare tire & wheel. $1380.00
Sales tax. 51.90
$1431.90
Plus one 1941 int'l 1/2 ton pick—up as listed on the
bid sheet.
FRANK RHODES — one 3A ton pick—up truck, with heater, defroster,
spare tire & wheel, hill holder, 2 stage rear springs,
windshield wiper, booster, fram oil filter, 4 speed
transmission & oversize H.D. tires.
$14.99.45
Sales tax. . . . 55.48
$1554.48
Plus one 1941 Int'1 1/2 ton pick—up as listed on the
bid sheet.
FRANK RHODES
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FRANK RHODES - one 1/2 ton pick-up truck, (with heater, defroster
spare tire & wheel, & 2 stage rear springs)
$1530.50
Sales tax 48.16
$1578.66
plus one 1931 Model A. pick-up as listed on the bid
sheet.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that thesebids be referred to the
Council as a whole for a report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess - After the .recess the meeting was called
to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRI12,1, REID,
DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI. '
Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council, stated that after careful con-
sideration, it was the recommendation of the Council as a whole that the City
accept the bid from dhite-Pope for one four-door black sedan at a cost of $1199.40.
plus tax, plus the trade-in of the 1946 penal as listed on the bid sheet, also the
City accept the bid of Frank Rhodes for one 1/2 ton pick-up truck for $1578.66
(including Sales Tax) plus one 1931 Model A pick-up and the bid of Frank Rhodes
for one 3/4 ton-pick-up truck for $1554.93 (including Sales Tax) plus one 1941
International 1/2 Ton pick-up, both trade-in trucks as listed on the bid sheet.
The Committee also recommended that the City Engineer investigate the possibility
of obtaining a used panel car with steel body for the use of the Engineering
Department.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council accept the recomm-
endation of the Committee of the Council as a whole. Carried.
Mr. Quigley a representative of the Renton Central Labor Council stated to the
Council that contrary to what was printed in the Renton newspapers, their
Council did not suppor or approve any candidate for the office of Councilman in
the City primary of February 13th.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:50 P.M.
City C rk
Mayor
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Renton, Washington
February 20, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMg1,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Assist—
ant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan; Police Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd
Lawrence; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton,
City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager;
Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh, Budget Controller.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the minutes of February 13th be approved
as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUB141TTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT —
NO. AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2468 $7,000.00 Singer Sewing Mach. Co. 228 Wells St. Install sign
9 2,000.00 Mike Lotto Market Basket Store remodel house
2470 400.00 Frank Tonkin 815 Third Ave. remodel Cafe door
1 — Chas. B. Mack 815 "A" Street install tank
2 — E. A. Shearer 404 Williams St. break curb
3 350.00 Mrs. Hazel Toy 108 N. Wells St. install oil burner
4 50.00 Walter Shopin 230 Meadow St. repair fence
5 — John Julian 340 Sunset Blvd. install boiler
6 100.00 Ray Barrett 2nd N. & Factory enclose porch
7 100.00 Erwin Fey 216 Morris St. break curb
8 500.00 Bill Bellando 1017 Bronson Way addition on building
9 — Lyle P; Aljets 8227 Langston Road install plumbing
2480 — White Construction Co. 340 Sunset Blvd. install plumbing
1 50.00 Dorval Hurskainen 8442 S. 140 St. move building
2 100.00 Kathrine Panzica 440 Smithers erect fence
3 600.00 Frank Amaits 11613 116th Ave.S.E. install furnace
3—A — Y. J. Parrinello Sunset Blvd. install plumbing
4 100.00 Mrs. Grosso 525 Smithers rewire for range
5 1,000.00 Warren Rasmussen 708 5th North build addition
Two communications were read from the Chief of Police recommending the revocation
of the taxicab license and taxicab driver' s license of Eugene F. Sylvia and the
revocation of the taxicab drivers license of Edward Torkelson.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council accept for consideration
the report of the Chief of Police. Carried.
The City Attorney informed the Council that the Ordinance requires 10 days notice
prior to a hearing and stated there was ample time for a legal hearing to be held
on the 6th of March.
Mr. Torkelson requested. that his driver's license be extended to allow him as many
working days as possible.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the date of hearing on the re—
vocation of the taxicab driver's license of Eugene F. Sylvia and the revocation
of the taxicab driver's liven^e of Edward Torkelson be postponed until March 6th
at 7:30 P.M., and that in accordance with the Renton Ordinance, proper notice be
sent to Mr. Sylvia and Mr. Torkelson. Carried.
�. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the written request from Harold W.
Jordan of the Yellow Cab Company to operate a fourth taxicab was referred to the
Police and License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the written request of William
Hess, Route 1, Box 1254, Renton, for a taxicab license for the City of Renton, be
referred to the Chief of Police and Council as a whole to take under consideration.
Carried.
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A communication was read from John Lotto, Postmaster, Renton Post Office, request—
ing that the same system of numbering be used in the Earlington area that is now
standard in the greater part of the City of Renton, giving suggestions; and
further recommending that a similar system be initiated in the Maplewood Addition,
and further requesting the Council take action to make this correction as speedily
as possible.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Tamborini, that a copy of this communication be re—
ferred to both the Earlington and Maplewood Community Clubs asking their advice as
to the Street names, also as to the recommendations of the King County Planning
Commission and that a joint meeting with both community clubs and the King County
and Renton Planning Commissions be held. Carried.
In reply to Councilman Hagen's inquiry, Mayor Baxter stated that he was not sure
if the City of Renton would receive aid from the Post Office in order to make
this changeover, and stated that street names and Avenues in the City of Renton
should conform to the system of numbering now standard in the City of Renton.
Upon request for information regarding same, the City Attorney stated that there
was no law forbidding the sale of beer or wine within 200 or 300 yards of the
City of Renton parks.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Trimm, that the inquiry from Mr. Jack Blum, as to
the City of Rentonts objection to the sale of either beer or wine by bottle for
off—premise consumption only, within 200 to 300 yards of the City of Renton parks,
be referred to the Ordinance Committee and City Attorney for a report back next
Tuesday. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Planning Commission, signed by C. G.
Myers, Secretary, enclosing a copy of their letter to the National Production
Authority, in an endeavor to assit Mr. Kirkman in obtaining materials for con—
struction of an apartment and commercial building at a location between Park
Avenue and First Avenue north beginning at Bronson Way.
The City Clerk read a copy of the Planning Commission's letter to the National
Production Authority, stating Renton's need for additional housing facilities
and urging approval of Mr. Kirkman's application.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that a similar letter be furnished Mr.
Kirkman from the City Council, also, on the recommendation of Councilman Swift,
that a resolution be drafted by the City Attorney and forwarded, after its
passage at the next Council meeting, to Mr. Kirkman for the National Production
Authority. Carried.
The City Engineer as Chairman of the Public �.Iorks Division, Renton Civil Defense
Council submitted a summary of cost for (1) City of Renton — Labor 0555.42- and
(2) White Construction Company — equipment $510.00, which in his opinion, was
required in emergency work caused by the recent flood condition.
The City Engineer further explained that Renton employees were called out to
operate City owned machinery required to save Maplewood homes during the recent
flood conditions and that in his opinion, payment for same should be borne by
the County, because of the fact that the County has the responsibility for and
supervision over rivers and dikes outside of the City of Renton.
Councilman Richardson stated that in his opinion this emergency work saved
Maplewood homes and that these men were entitled to be paid by the City and the
workman who had worked all night for two nights should be allowed pay for same.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the City pay the bill for labor.
Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated, in his opinion, that the expense should be the responsib—
ility of the County.
Uoon the recommendation of Councilman Tamborini, it was moved by Freyman, seconded
by Richardson, that the bill from White Construction Company for $510.00 be re—
ferred to the Finance Committee for investigation. Carried.
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The City Engineer advised that he had talked to the owner of the White Construction
Company this date, who stated that they considered the City responsible for the
payment of this bill or to see that same was paid by whoever the City considered
as being responsible.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the City bill the County Commissioners
for reimbursement for this expense. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that the creek that runs through Maplewood overflowed and
flooded septic tanks and floor furnaces of the different homes and inquired as
to the culvert under the highway being large enough to take care of this addi-
tional water. Councilman Richardson stated, that in his opinion, the culvert was
�• not large enough to handle flood waters and that it was a matter for the State
Highway Department to care for. Mr. Laird from the audience stated that in his
opinion, the trouble was caused before the water reached the culvert.
The City Attorney informed the Council that this was primarily a County problem
and that the City should initiate claims for expenses incurred through the County
Engineer.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Engineer contact the
County Engineer to find out what the City of Renton can have done to solve this
problem in the Maplewood Addition before the rainy season next year. Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that the County Planning Commission is
planning on making a survey of this area to see what can be cone to remedy this
situation.
After considerable discussion from the floor in regard to storm sewers being
flushed and the responsibility of the damage done to the Maplewood homes by the
flood, it was moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that a resolution be sent to the
County Commissioners requesting the County Engineer answer Renton's resolution
and see that the City of Renton receives direct action from the County in regard
to the flood. Carried.
The City Engineer was requested to see that the storm sewers are flushed down in
the lower Maplewood area.
The City Engineer informed the Council and the Maplewood residents present that
they were working on a new method of blacktopping streets and had not yet
determined the cost, but that they believed this would prove less expensive to the
residents and be just as satisfactory and permanent and further stated that it
would be simpler and faster to go ahead with this improvement by subscription from
adjacent property owners payable to the City Treasurer, rather than to form an
L.I.D.
The Mayor answered an inquiry from the audience that the City of Seattle control-
led the flood gates at the CedarRiver Dam and that they could be contacted in
regard to-not releasing excess water so that the log jam could be removed.
The City Engineer stated that he had informed the County Engineers of the danger
of this log jam causing flood damage.
The City Engineer stated that on February 9th there was a bad earth slide com-
pletely blocking the Maple Valley Highway just east of the Stoneway Dock Comnany
and that until 6 P.M., no action had been taken by the State, so he had ordered
the slide removed, because of the emergency which might require the evacuation
of Maplewood. The cost of slide removal was: City of Renton bulldozer, $10.00
City of Renton Grader, $6.00 and the White Construction Company bulldozer, $20.00
a total cost of $ 36.00. The City Engineer recommended that the County
Commissioners and the State Department of Highways be billed for the expense of
this slide removal.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the City Engineer. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that his committee, the City Engineer and Chief of
Police had approved Mr. E. A. Shearer's request for a parking lot on LOt 2, Block
19, near the southeast corner of the intersection of Lith Avenue and Williams
Street in Renton, and recommended that he be granted this privilege, and requested
that the City Clerk notify Mr. Shearer of same.
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After considerable discussion by persons from the audience, in regard to the
vacation of the alleys in the Highlands, it was moved by Reid, seconded by Trimm,
that the Street and Alley Committee, City Attorney and City Engineer, investigate
as to whether the alley in Block 17 should be declared an open and used alley or
not Carried.
Councilman Hagen stated that the City of Renton should protest the proposed taxes
on municipal bonds and further stated that a bill is before U.S. Congress now re-
quiring the Federal Government to pay taxes, or in lieu of taxes, on Federal owned
property, and that all cities should give said bill their full support and further
recommended a resolution be sent to the Federal Government favoring this legis-
lation.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Davidson, that the Legislative Committee present a
resolution to this effect, to be forwarded to the proper Senators and Congress-
men in Washington, D. C. Carried.
Mayor Baxter made the following Legislative reports.
Senate Bill #259 would amend the guarantee fund law which determines when an L.I.D.
may be organized on basis of assessed valuations of the land without improvements,
to allow a consideration of 25% of the value of the improvements when the L.I.D.,
improvements is ordered by unanimous vote of the Council.
Senate Bill #269 would amend the law with respect to limited access highways to
provide that where such highways are constructed from existing highways, certain
notice shall be given and requirements met. The bill would permit the reclassi-
fication of existing highways including city streets, into limited access routes.
The purpose of the bill is to permit the limited access principal to be applied
to existing roads as well as new ones.
Senate Bill #276 would permit cities and towns to join in acquiring, operating
and leasing electric generating and distribution systems; and to operate such
system within and without corporate city limits, giving Cities the same authority
now held by P.U.D.' s. Mayor Baxter stated the Bill would need strong support to
carry, and that City Attorney Arthur iIaugan and Kent and Enumclaw representatives
were to visit the Senate at Olympia on Wednesday with committees from other cities
and towns.
House Bill #381 would authorize cities to license pin ball machines. Mayor Baxter
stated this had passed the Senate 26 to 15.
House Bill 402 would authorize the combining, dividing or uniting precincts for
the purpose of holding elections in cities. That this would mean quite a saving
to cities such as Fenton.
House Bill #421 would create a State Census Board to make a census of the popula-
tion of all cities and town of the State as of April 1, 1952 and annually there-
after, as a basis of allocation of State funds and allocating $20,000.00 to cover
expenses of the Board. The object of the bill is to enable the State to distribute
State funds to Cities on the basis of a correct census.
House Bill #440 would permit cities to dispense with the levy of the mandatory
one mill for Firemen's Pension Fund when an actuary finds there is no need for
such levy, and would permit cities then to levy any part of the one mill as well
as the additional one mill now allowable, when necessary, for general municipal
purposes. Thus any part of the two mills now available for firemen's pension, not
needed to keep the Pension Fund in proper condition, could be utilized for current
expense purposes.
House Bill #459 permits cities to determine the necessity of special elections
and other changes in election laws. This bill would allow the Councilmen a four
year term of office and City clerk, City Treasurer and City Attorney two year
terms, thereby requiring an election every two years instead of each year.
There was considerable discussion as to the responsibility of dredging the river
if the Commercial Waterway District #2 was dissolved.
Councilman Swift stated the Army Engineers had been notified in regard to the
danger of the river overflowing on the airfield.
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Mayor Baxter stated if the City of Renton took over the property of the Commercial
Waterway District #2 in the Renton City limits, the City could get matching funds
from the Government as other Cities were receiving; that there was $9000.00 in the
Fund now and 1950's taxes would mean $12,500 more.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORIIdI AND DULLAHANT.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that in regard to the vacation of
� the alleys, the City Could not prohibit people from petitioning the Council for
vacation of an alley; that the City Council should accept petitons and then "grant
or deny" the petition, or call for a public hearing on same.
Councilman Delaurenti reported that he had received from the City Engineer a
quotation for a steel body Carry—All suburban truck which meets the required speci—
fications for the Engineering Department, from Williams and Swanson at a net price
to the City of $2061.99, that he had been authorized to purchase at the last Council
meeting, as no bids had been received for this type of car when the call for bids
on same had been published.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hagen, that the City Engineer be authorized to
purchase this piece of equipment at the price stated. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that the Property Committee and City Treasurer recommended
the sale of the old addressograph to the Chamber of Commerce of Renton for $75.00.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Property Committee and City Treasurer. Carried.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Bruce that the City would temporarily fix
the sidewalk in front of Bennett's Apartment until the weather permitted fixing the
sidewalk permanently.
Councilman Dullahant reported thatitwas the recommendation of the Fire & Water
..� Committee, on the petition of the City of Renton Firemen, to have Union dues deducted
from their pay, to be paid to the Union Secretary; that the City carry this out,
providing the men sign the payroll deduction slip.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Fire & Water Committee. Carried.
The City Clerk stated that the Police Department had presented a similar petition
and that it was a simple matter of payroll deduction and a courtesy of the City to
make this deduction.
Moved by Ta.mborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the Police Department petition
be referred to the Police & License Committee with power to act. Carried.
Councilman Hagen stated that he would make another effort this week to contact
Attorney General Smith Troy in an attempt to expedite the matter of the City with—
drawing from the Statewide City Employees Retirement Fund System and applying for
Federal Social Security.
Councilman Reid asked the Council's recommendation in regard to the installation
of a mercury vapor light at the intersection of 4th Avenue and Shattuck Street and
another mercury vapor light at the intersection of 4th Avenue westward from
Shattuck Street at its intersection with Primary State Highway No. 5, through the
Hospital property; that the Superintendent of the Renton Hospital stated the hospital
would pay one—half of the expense of these installations. Councilman Reid further
states', there was a need for additional lights at 3rd Place, and one of the lights
that is not at the hospital could be installed at 3rd Place.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tambori.ni, that this be referred to the Light &
Power Committee and Ways & Means Committee to report back next meeting. Carried.
Councilman Richardson reported that the Ordinance & Sanitation Committees had met
with the Coaricil and had gone as far as possible on the proposed Garbage Ordinance
plans and specification and that the City Attorney & City Engineer would present the
plans and specifications and the proposed Ordinance to the Council on the 27th of
February or March 6th meeting for their consideration at that time.
The City Engineer informed the Council that they had not completed their estimates
on the impro-cement, by sidewalks and curbs, etc., on 3rd Avenue from Shattuck to
Rainier Avenue on the south side.
Councilman Swift reported that the Street & Alley Committe had been contacted ver—
bally in regard to blacktopping the area owned,by the City of Seattle from Mills
Street west to Walla Walla Avenue, that these people were desirous of having this
area blacktopped and agreed to pay for this, providing they can obtain the proper
approval of the City of Seattle . The Street &. Alley Committee requested the City
Engineer to contact the Seattle Water Department for approcal before they proceed
further with this proposed blacktopping.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
In regard to Councilman Dullahant's suggestion that traffic lights be installed
at the intersection of Bronson Way and Houser Way, and Councilman Richardson's re—
commendation that these lights be installed and set to operate between 7:30 to
8:30 A.M., and from 4:30 to 5:00 P.M., and the City Engineer's recommendation that
this request be cleared by the State Highway Department, it was mored by Richardson,
seconded by Dullahant, that the City Engineer and Light & Power Committee investi—
gate this possibility of installing such a light at this intersection on a time
basis. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that there would have to be some coordination with the
Railroad Company if such a light were installed, as the Pacific Coast Railroad
switched cars near subject location at this time of day.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited were presented:
PAYROLLS — ALL DEPARTI-ENT — $19,404.94 - 379-531
CURRENT
CLAIMS " 52254.z6 — 9206 .9262
WAS
CLAIMS 3011.04 - 8319-8330
CTTY STREETS
CLAII�13 " 1,645.29 - 6009-6030
SaTER DISPOSAL
CLAIMS it 554.28 — 2062-2068
AIRPORT
CLAIMS It 3121.61 — 1118-1130
LIBRARY
CLAIMS 1+ 322. 56 — 2297-2305
PARK _
CLAIMS If 10.94 — 1545-1546
ATHLETIC
CLAIMS it 367.29 - 574-578
CUMULATIVE FUND #1183
CLAIMS if 1727.07 — 361-364
CLAIM CIVILIAN DEFENSE
it 50.53 - 5
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
February 27, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 5:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HAGEN, TRI?,I, REID AND DULLAHANT.
COUNCILMEN HANSEN, DAVIDSON AND TAMBORINI were reported ill.)
OFFICIALS AND DEPART14EIlT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Assistant City Attorney, Gerard
Shellan; Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police; Floyd Lasrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook,
City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene
Coulon, Park Superintendent and Dave Pugh, Budget Controller.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the minutes of February 20, 1951 be
adopted as corrected r Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Central Labor Council, signed by Opal
Chadwick, secretary stating that the "Renton Central Labor Council made no endorse—
meats of Council Candidates for the Renton City Primary Election".
The communication was ordered filed.
A communication was read from the Chief of Police stating that the present volume
of vehicular traffic, due to increased employment at Boeings Renton Plant, nec—
essitated a change in parking zones, and with the approval of the Traffic Division
and the City Engineering Department, recommended: (1) That the west side of Logan
Street from 5th Avenue to 6th Avenue be designated as a "No Parking Zone" and that
proper signs be installed. (The bus zone now at 6th and Logan to remain.) (2) That
the west side of Logan Street from Airport Way to 2nd Avenue be designated as a "No
Parking Zone't between 4:00 and 6:00 P.M., and that proper signs be installed. (3)
That the north side of Airport Way from Logan Street to Rainier be designated as a
"No Parking Area" and proper signs installed. (4) Remove an 5 foot section of side—
walk and curb that projects into the 3rd driving lane at the southwest corner of
the intersection of Logan Street and the road on the south boundary of Boeing Parking
Lot.
The City Engineer informed the Council this would cost approximately $120.00. Moved
by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Traffic Division and the Engineering Department. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating he had recently made a
study of the efficiency and comparative costs of sweeping the City streets by the
manual method as compared to mechanical sweeping and stated that he found it to be
more efficient and more economical to sweep the streets by the mechanical street
sweeper method, further recommending that the City call for bids for the purchase
of a motorized mechanical street sweeper. A comparison of costs is as follows:
1st Year Mechanical Sweeper — P12,446.00 — Manual Sweeper — $10,931.00 Expense
$1515.00
2nd Year " " 6,246.00 — " "' 10,931.00 Saving
$4680.00
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the City call for bids for the pur—
chase of a sweeper. Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that there were funds in the Shop Department
for the purchase of this sweeper.
The City Engineer further reported that the Traffic light at 3rd Avenue and Wells
... Street has been completed and also a portion of the improvement work at the City
garage; that the final cost of this work is estimated to be $5000.00 and it is the
opinion of the Budget Controller that this expense should be paid for from Cumu—
lative Fund #1183. The City Engineer further stated that any additional traffis
signal work contemplated in the near future should be added to this estimated amount,
also, that it is his recommendation that a resolution be passed authorizing the
payment of subject expenses from Cumulative Fund #1153.
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The City Engineer stated that the cost of synchronizing the traffic light on
Wells Street at 3rd Avenue; the work on the equipment shed and heating; system at
the City garage and any additional traffic signal expense should be included in the
amount authorized for said use from Cumulative Fund #1183; and also informed the
Council that he did not have the actual cost of labor for this work, stating that
the City saved $600.00 on the installation of electrical signal light controls by
having same installed by a private contractor. The City Engineer also stated that
the $10,000.00 appropriated from Cumulative Fund #1183 during 1950 had been in—
tended for the repairing of the Houser Way Bridge, blacktopping a portion of Houser
Way and garage improvements and that in his opinion, Cumulative Fund #1183 is the
logical fund to be used for such improvements.
Councilman Richardson stated, in his opinion, installation of most of the proposed
lights and signals has already been approved by the Council, but they were being
held for lack of material and that this problem should be referred to the Finance
and Ways and Means Committee until it has been determined what other necessary
lights are to be installed such as the proposed signal light at Bronson Way and
Factory Street and other street lights under consideration, and provision for the
payment of the combined expenses made under one authorization.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this _problem be referred to the Ways
and Means Committee and Finance Committee to investigate, and report back. Carried.
The City Clerk stated that he had received several City of Renton Tax statements
for 1951, and that these statements had been checked and verified by the City
Engineer as to their being taxes on actual City of Renton property.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that these tax statements be refer—
red to the City Attorney, City Clerk, City Engineer and Property Committee with
power to act. Carried.
Upon recommendation of the City Clerk, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by
Trimm, that the City Engineer contact the Tax Assessor and City Treasurer's office
in Seattle and verify the County records regarding all real estate owned by the
City of Renton and to ascertain if there are any delinquent assessments against
City of Renton property. Carried.
As February 27th was the date set for the hearing on the petition to vacate the
alley in Block 13, Car Works Addition to Renton, the City Clerk read Resolution
No. 796 regarding same. There being no written or verbal protests, it was moved
by Swift, seconded by Reid, that the Ordinance Committee prepare an ordinance
authorizing the vnucaticn of the alley above referred to. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Resolution No. 802 regarding the
housing shortage in the City of Renton.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Richardson, that the Council adopt proposed Re—
solution No. 802 as read. Carried.
Councilman Richardson reported that the Ordinance Committee and Sanitation Com—
mittee and Council as a whole had prepared a proposal for contract with plans and
specifications for garbage disposal and wished to present same to the Council for
consideration at this time.
Councilman Richardson then stated that the proposal is ready for Council consid—
eration. After a considerable discussion, the Assistant City Attorney informed
the Council that the contents of the proposal implied that the City of Renton and
contractor should comply with the State law and the City of Renton would not have
to mention the necessity of complying with the State Department of Health and King
County Health Department.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the proposal, the terms of contract
and specifications for garbage and refuse collection be approved as to form and
held in abeyance until the call for bids was recommended to be published. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that a call for bids on the garbage pro—
posal be published on the 8th and 15th of March and that the date for the opening
of bids be set as April 10, 1951, Carried.
On the recommendation of Councilman Bruce, it was moved by Freyman, seconded by
Bruce, that the City Engineer compile the figures on the actual cost of garbage
collection and disposal for the City of Renton over a period of time for com—
parative purposes. Carried.
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The City Engineer stated the Budget Controller is making up a report covering the
cost of garbage collection and disposal for a three month period. Councilman
Richardson stated that they had already contacted the Housing Authority for figures
on collection costs in the Highlands.
The City E�agineer reported as follows: His Department had not yet flushed out the
sewers in Maplewood; that the sidewalk in front of Bennettts apartment was in the
process of being repaired; that he would contact the Seattle Water Department for
permission to black top the area owned by the City of Seattle from Mills Street west
to Wt3lla Walla Avenue; that plans for mercury vapor and signal lights had not been
completed; that he had attended a meeting with the Maplewood Golf Club Association
Board of Directors in regard to flood control and that he had contacted the County
Engineer and the Assistant County Engineer in charge of flood control and had dis—
cussed the matter of payment of costs and that they had agreed to do anything within
their power to have a portion of the expense incurred by the City of Renton during
the recent flood repaid. The City Engineer stated he would also contact the State
in this regard, and had been informed that the Department of Soil Conservation would
furnish help, but no Capital Outlay; that Mr. Pugh is proceeding in the same manner,
and a complete report of their findings will be given when move information is re—
ceived; that the County has agreed that the matter of "flood control" at and above
i-7aplewood on Cedar diver was the County's responsibility, but that they did not have
enough held to o-et up to this spot during the flood, and that there was a possibil—
ity of having a portion of this money returned to the City.
Councilman Richardson stated that Mr. Clark, Chairman of the Renton Red Cross had
informed him that the City could contact Mr. Ekman of the State Department in
charge of State relief for information as to payment for this work and to get this
work done, but that the Red Cross unit could not give assistance.
Councilman Richardson further requested that the information received at the meeting
with the Board of Directors of the Maplewood Gold Association be passed along to
Mr. Ekman.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Swift that the County Engineer is not permitted
to work on a stream, unless the stream is designated as a river and suggested that
the Department of Soil Conservation be contacted, as they might extend some help in
control of the stream running through Maplewood Golf Course. Councilman Swift stated
that all possibilities should be exhausted to control the stream before next winter.
Upon the recommendation of Councilman Swift, it was moved by Trinua, seconded by
Richardson, that the City Clerk write a letter to the Maplewood Golf Association's
Board of Directors requesting that they keep the City of Renton informed as to pro—
gress of the Maplewood situation and how it is to be handled in the future. Carried.
The City Engineer reported that the City of Renton would be able to contact the
State direct as soon as they receive information from County officials as to the
method of procedure; that Mr. Evans the County Engineer will contact the State High—
way Department about the State Highway problem.
Mayor Baxter informed the Council that the County would be able to apply for flood
control money for Cedar River, but that Comnercial Waterway District #2 could not
get any money for flood control.
Councilman Richardson reported that a special meeting had been held earlier this
evening in regard to Mr. Blum's (of the Renton Liquor Control Board) inquiry, and
that the Committee would like one more week to arrange a meeting of the Police &
License Committee, City Attorney, Ordinance Committee, Planning Commission (member)
and Park Board on Tuesday, March 6th at 7:00 P.M.
(The Ordinance Committee will meet with the Street and Alley Committee on Monday,
March 6th at 7:30 P.M. — — )
Councilman Swift reported that the Street & Alley Committee, City Attorney and City
Engineer had determined that the alley in Block 17 is not in condition to be used
for through traffic due to a severe drop off; that the approximate cost of im—
proving said alley would be 4,,2000.00; that it is possible to enter the alley from
either end, but it is necessary for the entering vehicle to back out; that if the
Council should declare the alley open, it would condone a hazardous condition.
THEREFORE, the Committee recommends that the Council declare the subject alley as
"UNOPEIMD" to protect the public, until such time as abutting property owners
petition for improvement by the formation of a Local Improvement District.
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Moved by Trim., seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street & Adley Committee, City Attorney and City Engineer. Carried.
Councilman Swift further reported that the matter of the City Attorney and City
Engineer negotiating an agreement with the State Highway Department to receive pay—
ment for maintaining the State Highway routes through the City of Renton had been
covered by resolution, passed by the Council, and sent to the State Highway Depart—
ment. The City Clerk informed the Council that there was a communication received
from the State Highway Department to the fact that this procedure was not allowable.
In regard to the Puget Sound Power & Light Company's request to replace the rail—
road spur to their new building site just off Grady Way, the Committee, (consist—
ing of the Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer) recommended that the Council _
to on record as having no objection to the subject crossing providing it has the
approval of the State Department of Transportation and the State Highway Depart—
ment, with proper safety installation.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer and that the Puget Sound
Power and Light Company be notified of the council's action. Carried.
The Ways and Means committee recommended that the expense of the installation of
two mercury vapor lights at the Renton Hospital be charged to Cumulative Fund #1153
or #1154, the Hospital Board having agreed to pay back one—half of the installation
charges.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ways & Means Committee. Carried.
Councilman Hagen reported that he had received a preliminary report from Donald
Sampson, on the Statewide City Employees Retirement System, but they would require
more information from Attorney General Smith Troy before the Committee could make
a complete report, and further stated that they had forwarded to the proper Con—
gressmen and Senators from the State of Washington, a copy of Resolution No. 753
previously passed by the Council in regard to payment in lieu of taxes from the
Federal Government on Government owned property within Fenton.
Councilman Reid requested more time on the various lighting problems throughout
Renton.
Mayor Baxter stated that proposed Senate Bill No. 342 if passed, would cut the
cities' millage levy from 15 to 13 mills and that the Cities, in his opinion,
should oppose any cut in present millage; that wires to this effect should be sent
to#legislative delegations, as well as to members of the Senate Revenue and Taxation
Committees (*State)
Mayor Baxter further stated that in regard to the off—street parking bill, Sub—
stitute Senate Bill No. 43, is still in the Senate Rules Committee; that failure to
permit this bill to be voted on will result in another long delay in the struggle
to obtain some kind of an answer to pressing Municipal parking problems and
suggested that perhaps wires to committee members would have some effect in in—
fluencing the Senate Rules Committee's decision; that the bill should at least be
allowed on the floor and there be decided upon, on the merits of the question,
rather than permit so important a proposal to die in committee.
Councilman Richardson stated, in his opinion, we should ask help from the Chamber
of Commerce, Rotary Olub, Lions Club and other Service Groups and that telegrams
should be sent to the Senators named in the Bulletin, to see what can be done to
get these Bills, which the City of Renton desires to be passed, out of Committee
and on the floor.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Clubs and Organizations, as stated
above, be requested to notify the Senators and Committees named in regard to
getting these bills out of Committee and the City protest the cut in millage in
Senate Bill No. 342. Carried.
Secretary Reynolds of the Renton Chamber of Commerce stated that the off—street
parking bill was originally a Chamber of Commerce sponsored bill and the Qhamber
was vitally interested and were striving hard to secure the passage of this bill
and that they would send resolutions to the various Senators.
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Mayor Baxter further stated that Senate Bill #395 in regard to elections would re—
quire voters living within a City, only for the last six months prior to an election,
to submit affidavits stating they are not voting in any other precinct; that the
Mayor, City Attorney and Councilman Reid went to Olympia in regard to the Power Bill
which is now in the hands of the Public Utility Committee; that the City Attorney and
Mayor had previously expressed Renton's sentiments on the Power Bill at a meeting
held with Representatives of Kent and Enumclaw; that the Public Utility Committee had
held a meeting Sunday regarding bringing the Power Bill out of Committee but that the
vote had been a tie and that the Mayor had called Senator Dayton Witten on Sunday
evening and had been informed that the Power Bill was still in Committee; that they
expect to have the Power Bill out of the Public Utility Committee by Tuesday and
from there to the Rules Committee. This Bill has to be out of Committee by Thursday,
March lst, or it will be too late.
The Mayor further stated that the Waterway Bill was in the Senate, but that Mr.
Earl Maxwell would try and steer same out of the Senate; that Senate Bill_ #306 an
Enabling Act extending Social Security to City employees not now under State Retire—
ment Systems, is of interest to the City of Renton; that he had sent telegrams to
our Senators in Olympia in regard to Urban Redevelopment Programs in behalf of the
City of Renton; that House Bill 294 as amended, would be to the best interest of the
City of Renton with regard to urban redevelopment.
Councilman Richardson stated that the Street & Alley Committee had been informed
at Monday, February 26th Committee meeting, that many complaints had been received
in regard to the poor condition of the road along Cedar River between Williams Street,
and that it was the Committee's recommendation that proper signs, "NO THOROUGHFARE"
and "USE AT OWN 1=11 be posted and publicised. Carried.
Mayor Baxter suggested that the City obtain permission from the American Legion before
posting any signs.
Councilman Richardson informed Councilman Bruce that the City Engineer had informed
the Street & Alley Committee that the City was doing all they could to keep the
streets in good condition and the Street & Alley Committee would have the Engineer's
recommendation regarding streets when the weather is favorable for repair work.
Councilman Richardson further reported that Mr. John Schmit, 2311 Garden Street had
driven his car across a hole 1' deep, 4' long and 3' wide, before said hole was
blocked off on 2nd Avenue, and that Mr. Schmit had broken a car spring; that Mr. Schmit
had endeavored to contact the proper City employee to see what information he could
obtain in retard to being paid by the City for damage to his car; that the City had
put up the barricade at the hole, after Mr. Schmit's car spring was broken.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that a written claim would have to be filed
against the City within 30 days; that information will be obtained as to whether the
City Liability Insurance covers any damage that the City is responsible for.
Park Superintendent Coulon sated that in regard to the property on Renton Scenic
Hill that is being contemplated for use as a City Park, that the City Attorney has
agreed to continue with this transaction with the stipulation "in the event of any
future mining by the Puget Sound Power & Light Company, or its representatives, the
City will follow the stipulations as set by the State, that the City would have a
right to place a claim or complaint, if the code was not followed". The Park Super—
intendent further stated that the Park Board recommended that the transaction for
the purchase of this property for a Park be completed with the above stipulation and
conditions.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trii a, that the expense of the purchase of this
Park property be referred to the City Attorney, City Engineer, Park Board, Mayor
and City Clerk with power to act. Carried.
The Park Superintendent further stated that the Park Board had presented an easement
to the Waterway Commission in regard to Liberty and Jones Park, that he understood
the agreement was NOT approved by the Commission, UNTIL THE FOLLOWING CLAUSE was
incorporated: "It is further understood and agreed that Lessor will not be held
liable for any damage done to park, playground or recreational facilities on said
properties, or to said properties, at any time, by reason of any repair or rebuilding
of bulkheads, banks or other work or improvements necessary for the protection of
said properties from high water in Cedar River, or the dredging out of said river, or
other work done by Lessor".
The Mayor stated that any improvements would become the property of the City of
Renton or Flood Control District, which would be composed of people of this area.
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The Park Superintendent informed Councilman Bruce that the Park Board anticipated
building a picnic shelter with Moves, besides landscape work. (The picnic; shelter
and stoves and expense of same, are to be donations by the Lions Club.)
Mayor Baxter stated that the Federal Government held the Waterway District re—
sponsible and as there was no profit gained by such easement, they did not feel that
the Commercial Waterway District i#2 would pay for any damage; that the proposed
easement, as corrected, had been signed by the Waterway Commission and was ready to
be signed by the City; that in his opinion, the Park Board should contact the Lions'
Club and obtain their views and recommendations in regard to this easement and re—
port back, that except for the clause mentioned, the easement is the same as pre—
sented by the Park Board.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that an easement goes with any land and he could
not understand why such an easement would terminate if the Waterway District was
dissolved.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Dullahant, that the meeting adjourn. The meeting ad—
journed at 10:15 P.M. Carried.
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Renton, Washington
March 6, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe.
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WE :E: Police Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire
Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett;
Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack Schneider, and Budget
Director, Dave Pugh. (The City Engineer was not present due to illness and the
Building Inspector was reported not present due to illness at home.)
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of February
27th be approved as corrected. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
N0, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2486 $7000.00 Henry I. Strnard 116th S.E. erect new dwelling
7 100.00 H. V. Charnell 633 Burnett St. remodel dwelling
8 — C. M. McDaniels 86th & Langston plumbing
9 400.00 W. J. Phillips 725 Grant Avenue erect garage
2490 700.00 Lumber Market 126 Mill Street install hopper
1 100.00 Umberto Barei 116 2nd Ave. W. replace stairway
2 — Rosenstrom 308 Pelly install furnace
3 — Pontiac Garage 2nd & Logan move building
4 100.00 Wattie Rock 343 Whitworth cement walk
5 100.00 Mary Tachell 509 Mill St. add, to residence
6 167.00 Rentona Nursing Home 52.6 Wells St. fire escape chute
7 400.00 Pat Walsh 2337 6th Place pour cement basement
8 — dike Lotto 1222 Bronson Way Install plumbing
9 100.00 John Guisiano 801 2nd Ave. N. house siding
2500 — V. J. Parinello 11726 Sunset Blvd. install furnace
1 700.00 J. L. Parks 643 E. St. erect garage
... 2 — A. R. Creek 2203 8th Place install water tank
3 100.00 Eugene Barnes 2308 7th North install dryer
4 — A. W. Myers Bronson Way & Sunset Install tank
5 100.00 John Giusiano 801 Second Ave. install wiring
6 400.00 James Onoferson (-21 Walla Walla Ave. Install foundation
7 100.00 Mrs. Dixon 800 Second Ave. repair foundation
8 6500.00 J. H. Neher 11315 S.E. 116th erect new dwelling
The City Clerk read the application for taxicab driver's license of Wayne Bardell
Neff, stating that the application was completely filled out and Mr. Neff had taken
the physical examination required, also, that the Chief of Police did not approve
this application.
The City Clerk informed the Council that according to Ordinance No. 1236 it was
necessary to refer any application for a taxicab driver's license, that had been
disapproved by the Chief of Police, to the City Council for their action, and read
an excerpt from said Ordinance to this effect. The Chief of Police stated that he
did not approve this application.
The Assistant'City Attorney stated that according to the Ordinance, the Chief of
Police makes his recommendation to the City Council, which had been done; then it is
up to the City Council to approve or disapprove the application. In answer to Mr.
Torkelson, taxicab driver in the employ of the Black & White Taxicab Company, re—
garding the procedure outlined in the Taxicab Ordinance to be followed by the
applicants for taxicab drivers licenses, the City Clerk informed Mr. Torkelson that
all applicants for a taxicab driver's license were asked which taxicab Company
was giving them employment; the information being necessary in order to keep the
Clerk1s office records complete and that the Chief of Polices' approval or dis—
approval was supposed to be based on the past record of the applicant.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the application for taxicab driver's
license of Wayne Bardell Neff be referred to the Police & License Committee and
Chief of Police for a report back next week.
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A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, No; Swift, No;
Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, No; Hagen, N; Trimm, No; Reid, Aye; Davidson, Aye;
Tamborini, Aye and Dullahant, No. There being six "Aye's" and six "No's", the Mayor
cast his vote as "Aye". The motion carried.
A communication was read from Frank R. Vaise Post No. 1263, Veterans of Foreign Wars
of U.S., signed by Allen E. Grimes, Commander, requesting permission for the Douglas
Shows to state a carnival under their Posts sponsorship April 14th through April
21st, on the east side of Liberty Park. They further request the license fee be
waived. If the request is granted, the Douglas Shows will post a $50.00 clean-up
bond, in favor of the Park Board, enabling the Park Board to supervise the clean-up
personally.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the previous
recommendation (by Resolution) of the Park Board, which requested the Council not
allow any circuses or canivals on Park property, and that the Veteran's of Foreign
Wars be requested to secure another location for their Carnival.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, No; Richardson, Aye; Swift,
Aye; Bruce, No; Freyman, No: Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye;
Davidson, Aye; Tamborini, No and Dullahant, Aye. There being eight "Aye's" and
four "No's" the motion carried.
After considerable discussion, it was moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Davidson,
that the communication for permission to hold a Carnival under the Veterans of
Foreign Wars, Frank R. Vaise Post No. 1263 sponsorship on the east side of Liberty
Park be referred to the Park Board for their recommendation and whether they would
recommend an exception to their previous resolution.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, No; Swift,
Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye;
Davidson, `.ye; Tamborini, Aye "and Dullahant, No. There being ten "Aye's and Two
No's", the motion carried.
Councilman Reid stated, in his opinion, the City Council should designate a par-
ticular place for carnivals to be held and that perhaps the Park Board would make
a recommendation next week in this regard.
The Chief of Police presented specifications and a quotation from the Harley
Davidson Sales Company covering a 74 OHV 2-wheel motorcycle, giving a trade-in
price of ° 425.00 on the present 1948 model motorcycle, now in use by the Police
Department and quoting a total price of $1151.63 (including Sales Tax) on a
similar 1951 Special Police motorcycle, leaving an outlay of $726.63 which amount
of money is available in the Police Budget.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the recommenda-
tion of the Police Chief and a call for bids be published for a new motorcycle for
the Police Department. Carried.
A comamunication was read from George L. Sorenson stating he had checked Senate
Bill #342 that the Mayor had wired in reference to stating that same 1.4as in the
Senate Committee on Revenue and Taxation, where it would. probably stay indefinitely.
Mr. Sorensen further states', that he would be glad to be of further help if needed.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication filed.
A communication was read from Fire Chief Lawrence and Captain McCarthy of the
Police Department, with regard to inspection of the two rest homes operated in
the City of Renton; that they were found in good condition as far as safety features
and fire protection were concerned and that -extra precautions has been installed;
that they had reconm ended a safety chain across the fire exit and land.inFl at the
rest home at 2nd and Mills, which Mrs. Thomas agreed to install, under the super-
vision of the Fire Chief; that Mrs. Thomas, the operator of the rest homes, had ,...
requested that she be kept informed as to any changes in State requirements in
rules and regulations of said homes.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freymn, that the communication be filed. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Sportsments Basketball Association signed
by Earl Snelson, Secretary, petition3.ng for permission to erect a booth in front
of Bergman's Drugstore for the purpose of presenting souvenirs to people; the pur-
post of accepting donations is to__finance the trip to Denver of the Renton Sports-
men's Basketball team; Mr. Bergman has no objection to the erection and operation
of said stand in front of his place of business.
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The City Clerk informed the Council, due to the urgency of this matter, it had
previously been referred to the Mayor, Chief of Police and Chairman of the Police
and License Committee, as the request was for a date prior to the Council meeting
of February 6th, who had approved the request and that it was the desire of the
Committee that the petition be read for Council information.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that he had contacted Councilman Tamborini, a member
of the Police & License Committee also, and had been informed that the Mayor, Chief
of Police and Councilman Tamborini, as well as himself, had agreed that this per-
mission be granted.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that permission, as requested in the Renton
Sportsmen's Basketball Association be granted. Carried.
A communication was read from J. T. Moore, Industrial Agent for the Northern Pacific
Railroad Company referring' to his letter of December 14, 1950 in which he submitted
proposed permit No. 73124 to cover the use of a portion of their right—of.—way at
the southwesterly bank of Cedar River, for street purposes and asking for advice
as to whether the City will execute the permit, at the City's earliest convenience.
The City Clerk stated that this request was originally referred to the City Attorney,
City Engineer and Property Committee.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the City Engineer notify Mr. Moore
that the City is still negotiating for this property and are not able, at the present
time, to write an answer to this request for information. Carried.
A communication was read from Mayor Baxter, appointing G. W. Beanblossom as a third
member of the City of Renton Insurance Commission, completing the Commission now
consisting of Mr. William F. Davis and Mr. Thomas Dobson.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the Mayor's
recommendation. Carried.
Councilman Richardson requested that the Council as a whole meet with the Chief
of Police for a short Committee meeting.
••� Moved by Reid, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council have a short recess. Carried.
After the recess the meeting was called to orderby Mayor Joe. R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: All Councilmen present.
The City Clerk read a communication from the Renton Park Board, signed by Lon
Tackett, Charima.n, Rev. G.W.J. Hartzel and Na.ndo Phillips, members, stating that in
their opinion, applications presently on file with the Washington State Liquor
Board as of March 6, 1951 for the sale of alcoholic beverages in packaged form for
off—premise consumption, be left to the discretion of the City Council; that it is
the unanimous decision of the Park Board that in the future, parks, playfields,
playgrounds and recreational facility areas be classified the same as churches and
schools under the Steele Act of 1934 when granting liquor licenses; that an Ordinance
be immediately enacted which would prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages in any
form within 500 feet of property lines of parks, playfields, playgrounds and recrea—
tional facility areas.
Councilman Richardson stated that the majority of the Ordinance Committee recom—
mended that a letter be forwarded to Mr. Blum, of the State Liquor Control Board
(enclosing a copy of the Park Board's letter of March 6th) , stating that the City
Council has no objection, at this time, to the State Liquor Control Board approving
applications now on file for the sale of wine and beer in packages for off—premise
consumption within 500 feet of any City Park; also that the .,ommittee concurs in
_ the entire report from the Park Board.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that the Council concur in the recommenda—
tion of the Committee and the recommendation of the Park Board. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that at a later date the Council could take action on
the requested Ordinance.
Councilman Hagen reported that the City employees would hold a meeting with the
Council Legislative Committee and the City Attorney on Monday Evening, March 12,
1951 at 8:00 o'clock P.M. at the Eagles Auditorium, 316 3rd Avenue.
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The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that the City Attorney had con—
tacted Mr. Sampson of the Association of Washington Cities in charge of Statewide
City Employees Retirement and Pension System and had been informed that an
election would have to be held first and the Statewide City Employees Retirement
and Pension System be informed of the result, in case the majority of -the electors
voted for the City of Renton to discontinue its affiliation with the Statewide
City Employees Retirement and Pension System; that the City Attorney had contacted
Attorney General Smith Troy and had been informed that only one other City had
withdrawn from the Statewide City Employees System and there was only one employee
involved and that this matter would necessarily have to come before the vote of
the general public. The Assistant City Attorney also stated that after the general
public did vote on the question, if it was decided that a majority of the re—
gistered voters would have to vote in favor of discontinuing the Cities affilia—
tion with the Statewide City Employees Retirement and Pension System, that it would
be almost impossible to secure sufficient votes to meet the requirements because
of the fact that in very few elections, 50% of the registered voters are actually
polled, and that in his opinion the State should pass legislation simplifying the
method and requirements for a City to withdraw from the Statewide City Employees
Pension and Retirement Fund System.
The Budget Controller stated that as he understood the question, the electors, ie.,
registered voters of the City of Renton had the power through their ballots to
keep the City and City employees as members of the Statewide City Employees Pension
and Retirement System, regardless of the will of the employee and of the fact that
it might be a very great financial handicap to the City to remain under the System.
Councilman Reid requested more time on the matter of lighting for the City of
Renton.
Councilman Tamborini requested that the Property Committee issue a break down of
the percentage of business to the various Insurance Companies, for the Council's
information.
More time was granted the Ordinance Committee to prepare the Ordinance covering the
vacation of Block 13, Car Works Addition to Denton.
Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council reported that it was the recommen—
dation of the Council as a whole to concur in the recommendation of the Chief of
Police that the taxicab driver's license of George Torkelson be revoked.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Qouncil concur in the re—
commendation of the Chief of Police and Council as a whole. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council, reported that it was the recom—
mendation of the Council as a Whole, that a weeks postponement be granted to Mr.
Sylvia until next Tuesday, March 13th at 7:30 P.M., for a final hearing regarding
the revocation of the BlAck and White Taxicab Company's License and Mr. Sylvia's
Taxicab driver's license, whether his legal Counsel is present or not; that a re—
gistered special delivery letter be sent to Mr. Sylvia in this regard.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Committee. Carried.
Councilman Reid reported a meeting Friday, March 23rd at 7:30 P.M., in the Grange
Hall at Coalfied, that it was requested that the Fire & 4ater Committee and Council—
men be present and recommended that this Committee attend.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of Councilman Reid. Carried.
Councilman Richardson requested that the City Engineer be instructed. to attend this
meeting also . ...
Councilman Richardson reported that the traffic light on the corner of Park and
Bronson Way was confusing to motorists and pedestrians and requested that it be
changed similar to those in Seattle with both signals being on the same traffic
light with the sign under the light, "left hand turn on green arrow."; Councilman
Richardson stated, in his opinion, this should be investigated by the Light & Power
Committee as to the cost and what better type of traffic signal can be installed.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamboriri, that the matter of a more safe type
traffic light at the intersection of Bronson Way and Park Avenue be referred to the
Light & Power Committee for their recommendation and an estimate of the cost of
changing the signal lights as recommended and to report back. Carried.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the matter of lights and signs
being installed at the Bronson Way Bridge underpass be referred to the City
Engineer and Park Board with power to act. Carried.
The mire Chief reported that three fire hydrants were dry in Maplewood, that he
would appreciate having the City Fmgineer having these hydrants fixed as these
hydrants were owned by a private water company.
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I4oved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this matter be referred to the Fire
and Water Committee and Fire Chief, together with the City Engineer to see what
action can be taken on the recommendation of the Fire Chief. Carried.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Tamborini, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited were presented:
PAYROLLS — All Departments - $17052.74 - 531-650
CURRENT
CLAIMS — — 122831.2-8 — 9263-9334
WATER
CLAIMS - " - 49407.03 8331-8351
CITY STREETS
CLAIMS - 22241.05 6031-6053
SEWER DISPOSAL
2069- 2074
CLAIMS - it - 952.37
AIRPORT
-. CLAIMS - to - 12686.13 1131-1142
LIBRARY
CLAIMS — " — 264.99 2306-2314
CLAIMS - " - 236.86 1547-1551
ATHLETIC
CLAIM.S - " - 191.91 579-581
CLAIMS - CUMULATIVE FUND #1183 - 1,673.70 365-369
FIREMEN'S PENSION & RELIEF FUND
CLAIMS — PENSION 250.00 51-52
CIVILIAN DEFENSE
CLAIMS - " 516.48 5-9
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by 1iichardson2 that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
Meeting adjoured at 9:45 P.M.
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Renton, Wash 7Z4
March 13, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 otclock P.M.
ROLL CALL: Delaurenti, Richardson, Swift, Bruce, Freyman, Hansen, Hagen, Trimm, Reid,
Davidson, Tamborini and Dullahant.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Assistant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan;
Police Chief, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook;
City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City Engineer, James Highton; Park Superintendent,
Gene Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack Schneider; Budget Controller, Dave Pugh and
Building Inspector, Walt Will.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the minutes of March 6th be
approved as corrected. Carried.
An affidavit was read signed by Stanley V. Tharp and dated March 6, 1951, eerti—
fying that on a certain date in 1946 Mr. Tharp personally requested the Kennydale
Water Department to shut off the water on the property he sold to Mr. S. J.
Ristesund in the Highlands, in Blocks 18 and 19 respectively; Mr. Tharp stated he
had previously given a similar affidavit in verification of this fact with the
exact date when the request was made. This affidavit was certified by George W.
Ames, Notary Public.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the communication be referred to
the City Attorney, Fire and Water Committee and City Treasurer. Carried.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that this matter had been referred to a committee
several months ago and Mr. F.istesund had been informed that the case -was closed,
that he had been given this affidavit by Mr. Ristesund to present to the Council.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that in his opinion the matter was one man's
word against another and that the back water department records should be produced,
although he understood the records were only partially complete.
A communication was read from the Fred Hancock Post No. 19, siF•ned by Raymond H.
Petermeyer, Commander requesting permission to use the east side of Liberty Park
for a carnival, the Rainier Shows; that if this location is not available, they
request the use of the North Renton Recreation area, west of the buildings for the
dates of Monday, June 4, 1951 through Saturday, June 9th, The Rainier Shows will
put up a $50.00 clean—up bond; there will be no high—powered gambling devices.
The funds received by the American Legion are used for their community service
program.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that this request be referred to the Park
Board with the earlier request from the Veterans of Foreign Wars for a report
back.
The City Clerk read a communication from the Park Board, signed by Chairman of
the Board, Lon Tackett and Rev. Godfrey Hartzel and Nando Phillips, members of
the Board, stating that at a special meeting, after thorough study, that their
previous resolution presented to the Council June 20, 1950 disapproving the use
of Park Board facilities for circuses, carnivals and traveling exhibitions, should
still be followed, with no exceptions.
After a short discussion in regard to referring this request to the Park Board,
the question was voted on and the motion did not carry.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the American Legion be allowed to
hold their Carnival, the Rainier Shows on the Azzola property (adjacent to the
North Renton Recreation property) on the dates requested, and that the license
fee be waived, with the exception of $1.00. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that monies received by the American Legion from
this show will be used for child welfare activities and other veteran assist—
ance needs and that in his opinion, the American Legion received a fair per-
centage of profits.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Veterans of Foreign Wars
be notified to choose another ;site for their Carnival and make a new application
to the Council regarding same. Carried.
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Mayor Baxter stated that the State Finance Committee had informed him that there
was an amount of $266.59 credit from the unexpended balances of the State Develop-
ment Fund allotments to the Cities and that the City Council should take steps to
obtain this money immediately.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this matter be referred to the Light &
Power Committee, City Attorney and City Engineer to investigate and report back.
Upon the question, Councilman Swift suggested that as the Council had previously
authorized directional signs for the different sections of Renton, as Renton Scenic
Hill, etc., and that the City Engineer and he had- discussed the matter and agreed
that such an amount of money would be of more benefit for these signs as pre-
viously authorized, than three traffic lights purchased with this same amount of
money.
Councilman Richardson stated that in his opinion this was a good suggestion and
that the Light and Power Committee should consider this idea, that this would
possibly be the best idea they could recommend.
The motion carried.
A communication was read from the City employees, signed by Robert Lux, Secretary,
stating that at a meeting Monday, March 12, 1951, by majority vote, recommended
that steps be taken immediately through the proper channels open under the law, to
abrogate the contract entered into between the City of Renton and the Statewide City
Employees retirement System.
Mr. Willis Sparrow, a City employee, stated that the committee of City employees
had requested that this matter be held up a couple of weeks to investigate other
plans of retirement insurance, so that the City employees will not be left without
any coverage.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Swift, that this communication be referred to the
Legislative Committee and City Attorney. Carried.
The question in regard to previous Council action in declaring the alley in Block 17,
Renton Highlands Addition to Renton UNOPENED was brought to the attention of the
-- Council by Mrs. Pitcher. The Council deferred any action on the subject question
until a later date.
Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce stated that Mr. Herman Covey,
doing business as the U.S. Meat Company had requested permission from the Chamber
of Commerce to sub-lease property now under lease to the Chamber of Commerce by
the City of Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this matter be referred to the City
Attorney and Property Committee for a report back next week. Carried.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Davidson, that the Council meeting recess to discuss
the revocation of Mr. Sylvia's license and to submit a report on same. Carried.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALLS All Councilmen present.
Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council reported that the majority of the
Committee of the Council as a whole concurred in the recommendation of the Chief
of Police, that the taxicab drivers' license and taxicab operator's license of Mr.
Eugene F. Sylvia be revoked.
Councilman Tamborini reported that he would like to make a minority report for the
Council as a whole, that the Council did not unanimously favor the recommendation
of the Chief of Police re above subject.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the re-
commendation of the majority of the Committee and Chief of Police, said recommen-
dation being to revoke the taxicab driver's license of Mr. Eugene F. Sylvia and
the taxicab operator's license issued to Mr. Eugene F. Sylvia as owner and pro-
prietor of the Black & White Taxicab Cab Company.
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A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, No; Richardson, Aye; Swift,
Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freymn, No; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye;
Davidson, Aye; Tamborini, No and Dullahant, Aye. There being 9 "Ayers" and 3 "No1311
the motion carried.
Councilmen Richardson requested more time on the proposed ordinance on the vacation
of the alley in Block 13, Car Works Addition to Renton.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
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Mayor
Renton, Washington
March 15, 1951
A special meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor
Joe R. Baxter at 7:30 P.M., to consider a proposed Sanitation System for
the west side of the Renton Airfield.
ROLL CALL: TAMBORINIt RICHARDSON, HANSEN.. REID, HAGEN, DULLAHANT, BRUCE,
DELAURENTI AND SWIFT.
James Highton, City Engineer was also present.
A communication was read from the Boeing Airplane Company explaining the
Company's proposal to handle sanitary sewers on the west side of the Airport.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that permission be granted for
installation of the proposed system as requested and that the City Engineer
have the power to act establishing sewage connection rates based on existing
industrial rates as per the Sewage Ordinance. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
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Renton, Washington S�
March 20, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMMp
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WEFE: Assistant City Attorney, Gerard
Shellan; Assistant Chief of Police, Angelo Busato; City Treasurer and Acting City
Clerk, Dorothea Gossett; City Clerk, Wiley Crook, on leave of absence; City
Engineer, James Highton; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; Park Superintendent, Gene
Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack Schneider; Building Inspector, Walt Will and Budget
Director, Dave Pugh.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the regular meeting
of March 13th and the special meeting of March 15th 1951 be approved as written.
Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBI4ITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT.
N0, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2509 400.00 T. M. Collier 2106 8th Place erect garage
2510 38,000.00 Pacific Car & Fdry. 4th & Factory storage warehouse
1 100.00 R. A. Patterson 13626 88th So. Stable & shelter
2 480.00 Louis Argano 613 3rd Avenue storeroom
3 — Boeing Airplane Co. Renton Plant install plumbing
4 400.00 J. Earl Givan 2230 1st Ave. No, Car Port
5 500.00 Chester Baze 11702 116th S.E. build garage
6 200.00 F.L. Reinhalt 2207 6th Ave. No. partial basement
7 — Renton Feed & Seed Co. 13283 Rainier Ave. install plumbing
8 50.00 Stanley Gelling 436 N. Wells St. remodel garaUe
8—A 2,000.00 Frank Collman 112 3rd Avenue remodel auto art.
9 400.00 Eugene Blaine 110 Pelly remodel garage
2520 100.00 Renton Music Store 214 Wells Street install clock
1 — Williams & Swanson Walla Walla & Burnett install plumbing
A communication was read from Governor Arthur B. Langlie, of the State of Washington
stating that he is filing for transmitting to the Senate of the next session of
the Legislature, WITHOUT his approval, Senate Bill No. 85 entitled: " AN ACT"re—
lating to pinball machines; providing for the licensing thereof; defining crimes;
and prescribing penalties",, with his personal explanation of disapproval.
Mayor Baxter informed the Council this was Governor Langlie's reply to the City
of Renton's request for the Governor to sign subject bill.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that this communication be placed on
file. Carried.
A communication was read from. the Division of Engineering and Sanitation, State
Department of Health, stating that the annual meeting of the Pacific Northwest
Sections of the American Water Works Association and Sewage Works Association is
being held in Vancouver, B.C. The Sewage Works Association on May 1115th and 16th
and the Water Works Association on May 17th, 18th and 19th, and inviting Waterworks
Engineers, Superintendents and City Council members to attend.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Department Heads as specified
in the letter, the City Engineer and ouncilmen who are able to attend this conven—
tion be allowed their expenses for safle. Carried.
A communication was read from the office of the Housing Expediter, signed by
Tighe E. Woods, Housing Expediter, acknowledging receipt of the Resolution declar—
ing the shortage of rental housing accommodations in Renton which requires the
continuation of rent control; and further stating that Renton has been incorporated
in the list of localities affected by declarations for continuation of rent control
after March 31, 1951.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication placed on file.
A communication was read from George Parutto, Rt. 4, Box 45 requesting a license
to operate a horse meat market in Renton. Mr. Parutto requests early consideration
of his request.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred to the
Police & License Committee for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Harvey Cole, requesting a loading zone at -the entrance
to their new warehouse lo -ation in the old Eagle Building at 4th & Williams Street.
They request immediate consideration of their request.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this communication be referred to
the Street & Alley ,',ommittee and City Engineer for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Mrs. Nell Davies, Secretary of the Earlington Women's
Club regarding renaming of the streets and avenues in the Earlington District
stating that the majority of their members wish their addresses left as is, but
request, if a change has to be made that pioneer family names be used in naming
streets and avenues and submitted 18 pioneer family names.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Reid, that this recommendation be referred to the
Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Mrs. Louise B. Thomas of the hentona Nursing Home
relinquishing her license on same and certifying and recommending Mrs. Hazel Thomas
for a license on said Home.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this communication be referred to
the Fire Chief, Police Chief, Building Inspector and Police & License Committee
with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police, stating that the
traffic light at 3rd and Morris Street and 2nd and Logan Street operate from the
same controller with the same timing sequence for both intersections; that the 3rd
& Morris traffic conditions warrant a long green signal on 3rd and recommended if
it is not possible to purchase another controller to handle the- extra signal, that
the timing on the red and green interval be changed to a 50-50 split. The Chief of
Police further recommends that the possibility of using the controller now operat-
ing the two traffic lights at the High School be used to operate the 2nd and Logan
traffic light. Also, that a "No Parking Area" be designated as follows: from a
point beginning at the southeast corner of 4th Avenue and Burnett Street for a
distance of 64 feet south on the east side of Burnett Street. Also, on the south
side of the Pacific Coast Railroad tracks beginning at a point just west of the
Northern Pacific Railroad tracks and westerly for 90 feet, more or less; that this
is approximately the present curb paralleling the Pacific Coast Railroad tracks
on their south side between the Northern Pacific tracks and west curb of Burnett
Street and further requests curbs be painted and proper signs installed.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the matter of a "No Parking Area".,
painting of curbs and signs to be installed be referred to the Street and Alley
Committee and City �hgineer and the matter of signal lights and controllers for
same be referred to the Light & Power Committee, all for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from J. B. Sawyer, Paster and A.L. 'good, Secretary-Treas-
urer of the Renton Church of God just north of 2nd & Rainier Avenue, petitioning
the Council for a designated crosswalk light, "stop when occupied light" and sign
be installed at the north margin of Second and Rainier Avenue.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that this matter be referred to the Light
and Power Committee for a report back. Carried.
A communication was received from Jack Schneider, Manager of the Renton Airport in
regard to obtaining the approval of the Chamber of Commerce to sub-lease the
Safety Test Lane premises on the Airport to the U.S. Meat Company and further
stating that the Airport Board had voted to approve this request.
As this matter had been previously referred to the Gity Attorney and Property Com-
mittee on the report of Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce
at the March 13th meeting, Councilman Bruce stated that it was the recommendation
of the Property Committee and City Attorney that the Chamber of Commerce sub-lease
this property.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Committee. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer requesting an opinion as to the
Cityts legal position as pertaining to the maintenance, repair and replacement
of the fire hydrants in the Maplewood Addition (a private water system), insomuch
as the Earlington Water District (a public water district) is maintaining its
hydrants.
Councilman Richardson stated that a meeting previously arranged between the Maple-
wood Water Company representatives and the Council Committee, City Engineer and
City Attorney, but that the Attorney for the Maplewood Water District had been
unable to attend the proposed meeting.
The City Engineer stated that a representative of the Maplewood Water System had
informed him that he was not responsible for the maintenance and repair as they
become damaged and that it was very important that these fire hydrants be kept
I in shape.
The City Engineer informed the Council he did not believe the City was paying for
the use of the hydrants for fire protection purposes.
The Fire Chief informed the Council that the connections were standard, but that
only one-half of the water system would be usable in case of fire, at this time,
as three hydrants were without water.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this matter be referred to the City
Attorney to investigate and report back. Carried.
Acting City Clerk Dorothea Gossett read a proposed Resolution appointing and con-
firming Dorothea Gossett, Deputy City Clerk pro tem and authorizing her to do
and perform all accts and things which the City Clerk is ordinarily authorized
to do and prform during the leave of absence of City Clerk, Wiley Crook.
Moved by Freyman, Seconded by Hansen, that proposed Resolution No. 803 be adopted
as read. Carried.
A communication was read from Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief, stating in connection
with the Mayor's spring CLE" UP, FIX UP, PAINT UP campaign, to encourage the
public to participate in the campaign, that if the City would offer to haul away
all brush and rubbish, cleaned up and put in piles to be loaded easily, and a
time limit set for said removel; that Mr. Highton had agreed to take care of the
hauling and the Fire Department could handle all phone calls; that the Fire
Department would also stand by while vacant lots are burned off; that if this pro-
gram meets the approval of the Council, they will inform the public of the details
of the campaign.
Councilman Swift stated, in his opinion, this campaign should not interfere with
the progam outlined when the weather is improved, for the repairing of City
Streets.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tambo rini, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Fire Chief, Carried.
This being the night for the opening of the bids on the Mechanical Street sweeper
the following; bids were opened and read:
NELSON EQUIPMENT COMPANY
(f.o.b. Ranton) X10,415.00
Elgin Model 81 Street Sweeper 3% sales Tax 312,45-
$102727.45
(45 day delivery) Less trade-in allowance. 980.00
NET PRICE ...................... x9,747.45
ALTERNATE BID -
Model E. Guttersnipe - Current production model $ 6,500.00 (incl.trade-in
allowance)
3% Sales Tax. 195.00
NET PRICE....................... $ 6,695.00
HOWARD COOPER CORPORATION
(f.o.b. Renton) $%150.00
Mobil Sweeper Model MS1 3% Sales Tax....... _ 274.50
9,424.50
Less trade-in allowance...... 750.00
NET PRICE......,........ ..... $81,674.50
FEENAUGHTY MACHINERY COMPANY
Wayne Motor Pickup Street Sweeper, Model 1-450 . . $10,292.50
(canvas covered cab — 1 week del.. ) 3% sales tax. 308.7
10,601.28
Less trade-in allowance.... 750.00
NET -PRICE .................
$ 9,851.28
WAYNE MOTOR PICKUP STREET SWEEPER, Model 1-450
Less cab - immediate delivery 9,687.50
3% sales tax...... 290 _
$ 9,978.13
Less trade—in allowance..... 750200
NET PRICE................... 9,228.13
COLUMBIA EQUIPMENT COMPANY
Austin-44estern Co. Model 40 Motor Sweeper $ 8,842.00
(f.o.b. Renton) 60 day delivery
3% sales tax..... 247.00_„_
$ 9,089.00
Less trade-in allowance... 450.00
NET PRICE................. 8,639.00
ANDREWS MACHINERY COMPANY
The type of sweeper they represent is smaller than the one called for in the
specifications, but they enclosed literature covering their sweeper, along with
literature on several other items in which the Street Department might be
interested.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the bids be referred to the
Council as a whole and City Engineer. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that a short recess be held for the con-
sideration of the Mechanical Street sweeper bids. Carried.
After the' recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe. R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAUEENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RIMM,
REID, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT. (Councilman Davidson having been excused.)
Councilman Dela.urenti, President of the Council reported that the Committee un-
animously recommended that the awarding of the bids be held up until the three
other street sweepers could be demonstrated to the City Engineer and Councilmen.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Committee. Carried,
Councilman Delaurenti, Chairman of the Police & License Committee reported that
the Police & License Committee concurred in the recommendation of the Chief of
that the Taxicab drivers license of Wayne Bardell Neff be denied.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the recommenda-
tion of the Committee. Carried.
Councilman Bruce reported that the Property Committee was preparing a breakdown
of Insurance for the City of Renton and would be able to submit a complete break-
down.soon.
Councilman Reid stated that the Puget Sound Power & Light Company had started work
on the lights on Burnett Street and in the Highlands, previously authorized,
that they would complete these installations as soon as possible.
The Deputy City Clerk, Dorothea Gossett., read proposed Ordinance No. 1400
vacating a portion of the alley of Block 13.9 Car Works Addition to the City of
Renton.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Trimm, that proposed Ordinance No. 1400 be referred
to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1400 and re—
commended its passage.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansens that the Council accept the recommendation of
the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1400 be placed on its
second and final reading. Motion carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Bruce, seconded by Ta.mborinip
that proposed Ordinance No. 1400 be passed as read.
A roll call vote being taken and all eleven Councilmen present voting "AYE", the
motion unanimously carried.
A communication from the Light & Power Committee and the City Engineer was read
outlining and recommending a general policy for Street lighting in the City of
Renton:
1. Provide all city residential streets in general with incan—
descent lighting.
2. Provide all city arterial streets (except in the principal
business area) with mercury vapor lighting.
Also recommending that a mercury vapor light be installed
at 4th Avenue & Wells Street and Wells Street and Grady Way.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardsori.' that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Committee. Carried.
A communication was read from the Light & Power Committee and City Engineer re—
commending that the unexpended balance of the State Development Fund, due the City
in the amount of $266.59 be allocated for the painting and installation of scenic
signs to be placed at the entrance to each of the various city districts.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Committee,
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hagen, that the motion be amended to read, that
the necessary resolution be drafted by the City Engineer. The amendment carried.
The original motion in regard to painting and installation of scenic signs at
the entrances to the various city district then carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that Mr. Overman had contacted the Property Committee in
regard to authority to locate a trailer camp on some vacant property near Mothers
Park, directly behind the Osborne Building. The Property Committee requested the
Council's opinion in regard to the desirability of such a camp in Renton.
The Building Inspector stated that the City of Renton has an Ordinance covering
Trailer Camps in Renton.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Property Committee notify
Mr. Overman to contact the Building Inspector for further information and report
back. Carried.
The City Engineer was requested to investigate the condition of thew ater fountain
at 3rd & Main on the report of Councilman Reid that this water fountain was in need
of repair.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that in regard to the State
regulation of Nursing Homes, under the new law, that the State Law would super-
sede Municipal Law.
Moved by Richardsonp seconded by Freymanp on the recommendation of Councilman
Davidson, that the minutes of all Council meetings from the present until his
appointment be forwarded to Mr. Hol, Councilman elect as of June 1, 1951, Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, upon the recommendation of Councilman
Richardson$ that the Legislative Committee endeavor to obtain copies of any bills
passed at the last Legislature pertaining to Municipal Government. Carried.
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Councilman Swift requested a special meeting of the Street and Alley Committee on
Thursday., March 22nd at 7:30 P.M.
Councilman Reid reminded the council of the meeting at Coalfield., Friday., March
23rd at 7:30 P.M.
Moved by Tamborinip seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited were presented;
.� PAYROLLS ALL DEPARTT'MTS 19t539.96 651-791
CLAIMS CURRENT 307.45 9335-9336
CLAIMS WATER - -
CLAI1Z CITY STREETS - -
CLAII;S OVER DISPOSAL -
Moved by Tamborini,, seconded by Dullahant,, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
March 27, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM, R EID, DAVIDSON,
TA�SORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS & DEPARTMENT HEADS WERE PRESENT AS FOLLOWS: Gerard Shellan, Assistant
City Attorney; Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer
and Deputy City Clerk; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Super-
intendent; Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh, Budget Controller.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of March 20th meeting be
approved as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from Jack Schneider, Airport Manager submitting a copy
of an article released to the local papers that no official word has been M-
ceived by the City of Renton in regard to certain information recently made public
regarding the Renton Municipal Airport's recapture by the Air Forces; that he
had been informed in checking with "high authority" that there is no .immediate
plan for such action.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the communication be placed on file
for future reference. Carried.
A communication was read from Renton Aerie No. 1722 F.O.E., signed by Roy H. Arm-
strong., Secretary, inviting City officials and employees to their ALL CITY NIGHT
on Wednesday, March 28, 1951.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that Councilmen Bruce and Hagen be noti-
fied of the invitation and the communication be placed on file. Carried.
The Renton Aerie No. 1722 F.C.E. will be notified that the City Officials and
employees accept their invitation.
A communication was read from Frank R. Vaise Post No. 1263 V.F.W., signed by
Alien E. Grimes, Commander, Requesting permission for the American United Shows
to hold a carnival in Renton on Azzola's lot at 6th & North Wells, April 21st
through April 28th 1951.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that permission be granted to the V.F.W.,
to hold a carnival on the Azolla property at 6th and North Wells on the date
specified. Carried.
A communication was read from Frederick Barker, Attorney for Sylvia. Motors, Inc.,
regarding the revocation of the Black & White Taxicab Company of Renton Taxicab
License, stating that the letter served as conformation of the sale by Mr. Eugene
F. Sylvia, on the date of March 27th, of his interest in the Renton Black & White
Taxicab Company, a Washington corporation to Mr. Cliff Sylvia and Mrs. Gwendolyn
Sylvia; that of the 300 shares of stock in the Black & White Taxicab Company,
Renton, Washington, Mr. Eugene Sylvia transferred to Mr. Cliff Sylvia 200 shares
and to Mrs. Gwendolyn Sylvia his remaining 100 shares; that both transfers were
for a real, valuable consideration and were not in any sense a "fuddling" of stock
shares. Mr. Barker further stated that since Mr. Eugene Sylvia has now severed
all connections with the said Black & White Taxicab Company Renton, Washington,
that the said corporation does herewith apply to the City council of Renton for
re-instatement of its license, heretofore revoked by Council action.
Also attached was a request by Clifford E. Sylvia, President and G. E. Sylvia,
Secretary-Treasurer of the Black & White Taxicab Company, Renton, .,Iashington,
stating they had purchased on March 27, 1951, the interest formerly held by Mr.
Eugene F. Sylvia in the Black & White Taxicab Company, Renton, Washington and
petitioning for re-instatement of the license to operate the said Black & White
Taxicab Company, Renton, Washington, in the City of Renton; that Mr. Eugene F.
Sylvia, the former owner, due to the conviction of a violation of state law, had
the previously existing license revoked by City Council authority and that in
said conviction, Mr. Eugene F. Sylvia was not in any way engaged in business of
the corporation, nor was he representing the corporation in any way at the time of
said violation; that the corporation feels that his conviction should in no way
reflect on its name or this petition.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dulla.hant that these communications be referred
to the Council as a whole, Chief of Police and City Attorney for further consider-
ation. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Park Board, signed by Gene Coulon, Park
Superintendent enclosing a proposed easement relating to Liberty and Jones Park,
and unanimously recommending the approval of said easement.
,r Mayor Baxter stated that the easement was similar to the previous easement sub-
mitted but extended the term of the lease to 20 years, with right of renewal for a
like period, for the protection of the Park Department.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the easement be referred to the
City Atrorney and Property Committee to investigate and report back. Carried.
A newsletter was read from the Association of Washington Cities regarding a Water
Flouridation Conference scheduled in Seattle on April 27th and inviting Municipal
Officials, sanitarians, waterworks operators and all interested.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the :communication be referred to the City
Engineer to notify and authorize the proper parties to attend the meeting and that
their expenses be allowed. Carried.
A communication was read, signed by Marie J. and William D, Smith requesting their
signatures be withdrawn from the petition for the closing of the alley in Block
17; they wish the alley declared open and have signed a petition to improve said
alley. Also, they wish to be notified before any action is taken to either close or
vacate said alley.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the communication be placed on file for
future reference. Carried.
The City Engineer stated that he had received a verbal request, by phone, to have
representatives of the City interested in the demonstration of the Nelson Equipment
Company's mechanical street sweeper be their guest on Thursday to see their
demonstration in Spokane, Wn.,
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Resolution No. 804, that the City of
Renton, Washington make application to the Washington State Development Board for
allocation of matching funds from the Washington State Development fund for the
purpose of street improvement, authorizing the City Clerk and Treasurer to for-
ward said application to the Washington State Development Board and to execute any
and all other necessary documents and forms pertaining thereto.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Davidson, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 804 as read. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini, informed the Council that matching funds, as required to
enable the City of Renton to receive this unexpended balance of the State Develop-
ment Fund, would be transferred from Cumulative Fund No. 1183.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the City Attorney draft the
necessary resolution a :throizing the transfer of these funds into the account
mentioned. Carried.
At this was the night for the opening of the bids on the Police motorcycle, the
Deputy City Clerk, Dorothea Gossett, read the only bid received of $1179.60 plus
freight of $$40.00 a total of $1219.60. State Sales Tax to be added of $736.59 and
a trade-in allowance on the Police Motorcycle now being used by the Police Depart-
ment of $$530.00, or a NET COST OF $726.19.
There being only one bid received , it was moved by Tamborini, seu®nded by Reid,
that the bid be referred to the Police & License Committee and Chief of Police
with power to act. Carried.
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The City Engineer informed the Council that `'ouncilmen Reid and Richardson and him-
self had gone to Bremerton today to see a demonstration of the Austin-Western
Mechanical Street sweeper, that this sweeper had been in operation for 3 years with
little upkeep expense, that they had seen a fine demonstration. Councilman Reid
stated, in his opinion , the sweeper had done a good job of street cleaning, that
the piece of equipment demonstrated was very light and practical; that it required
one day, once a week, to sweep the streets in Bremerton. Councilman Richardson
stated also, in his opinion, this was a good demonstration and that they had been
treated very cordially in Brememton. Also, that Councilman Reid and himself had
visited the Bremerton City Hall and had talked to the Assistant City Clerk; that they
had discussed "parking hours and regulations" and that a copy of Bremerton's
Ordinance regarding same would be furnished Renton's City Clerk soon.
Councilman Tamborini stated, ,in his opinion, these gentlemen had done a good job
and were to be complimented for their time and efforts. Mayor Baxter thanked the
City Engineer and Uouncil.men Reid and Richardson for their fine report.
The Street & Alley Co-rmittee reported that their committee and the City Engineer
recommended that the Harvey Cole Company be allowed a "loading zone" on Williams
Street between 4th & 5th Avenues.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recomm-
endation of the Committee Carried.
More time was granted the Street & Alley Committee on the request of the Post Office
to rename and renumber the streets in FArlington and Maplewood Addition,
The Street & Alley Committee reported that upon investigation they had determined
that the Police Department was correct in their findings and stated that the
committee concurred in the Police Department's recommendation that 4th & Burnett
be designated as a "Nor Parking Area" and that the City Engineer be authorized to
install the proper signs.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the Street & Alley
Committee's recommendation. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti reported, after investigation and confirmation of certain .�
stipulations by Mr. Parutto, in regard to his request to operate a horse meat
market irk Renton, that the Police & License Committee recommended that Mr. Parutto
be granted a license.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the Police &
License Committee's recommendation. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that his committee had approved the request of Mrs.
Hazel Thomas for a license to operate the Thomas Nursing Home, Mrs. Louise B.
Thomas relinquishing her license on same.
More time was granted Councilman Reid for the Light & Power Committee to meet with
the Puget Sound Power & Light Company in regard to lighting in Renton.
Councilman Richardson requested that the Sanitation Committee and Ordinance Comm-
ittee meet with the City Attorney next Tuesday evening, April 3rd to further dis-
cuss the Garbage contract. Meeting to be held at 7:3b P.M.
Mayor Baxter informed the Council that Mr. Metcalf had informed him that condemnation
proveedings had been transferred to Federal Court that he would have more information
for the City of Renton very soon.
Mayor Baxter stated that a Hearing would be held April 6, 1951 by the Interstate
Commerce Commission in regard to the Great Northern Railway Company acquiring the
control of the Pacific Coast Railroad Company. Mayor Baxter further stated that
there would be an open discussion at this meeting, that in his opinion this tran-
saction would mean better service with the same rates; that they:-. had`been con-
siderable discussion as to the Northern Pacific Railroad Company's traffic using
different route as at the present and that better arrangements could possibly be
made with the Northern Pacific Railroad Company and the Great Northern Railway Com-
nany; that a similar Resolution, as prepared by the Renton Chamber of Commerce be
drafted and presented by the Renton City Council at said hearing.
The Deputy City Clerk read the Chamber of Commerce Resolution stating that the
Transportation Committee of the Renton Chamber of Commerce reported the approval of
the application to the Interstate Commerce Commission will be of direct benefit to
the City of Renton, the surrounding community and shippers located therein, and will
be in the public interest, as control of the Pacific Coast Railroad Company by the
Great Northern Railway Company will foster the industrial development of the Renton
area, will assure the conthmtion of the operations of the Pacific Coast Railroad
Company and will lead to an improvement in service by the Pacific Railroad Company
and resolving that the report of the Transportation Committee be adopted as the
position of the Chamber of Commerce, and the Board of Directors is directed to have
such officers of the Chamber as they deem advisable, appear in support of the
application at the hearing and advise the Commission of the position of the Chamber
„W of Commerce.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Davidson, that the City Attorney draft the necessary
resolution to be presented at the Hearing on April 6, 1951. Carried.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that there was no legal liability
on the part of the City of Renton to maintain the fire hydrants in the Maplewood
Addition, that the owner of the water system is liable for them.
Mayor Baxter stated that if the City of Renton used water from these hydrants, in
the event of fire, the City of Renton would be indebted to the Maplewood Water District
for same.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Freyman, that the matter of determining the proper charge,
if any,, be referred to the Fire and Water Committee, Fire Chief, City Engineer and
City Attorney for a report back. Carried.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that as Mr. Haniff is operating a
public utility, and as a private owner, it is his duty to see that is property main-
tained*
aimtained.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the City Engineer inform Mr. Haniff of
the Maplewood Water District, the Assistant City Attorney's recommendation. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti requested that the Council as a whole, Chief of Police and
Assistant City Attorney hold a meeting immediately following tonight's council meeting
for the purpose of further considering the request of Mr. Clifford E. Sylvia, Presi-
dent and Mrs. Gwendolyn E. Sylvia, Secretary-Treasurer of the newly purchased Renton
Black & White Taxicab Company, a corporation, on March 27, 1951, for reinstatement of
the license to operate the said Renton Black & White Taxicab Company in the City of
Renton, Washington.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The meeting
adjourned at 9:00 o'clock P.M.
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N.Mayor
Renton, Washington
April 3, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI., RICHARDSON.. SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN.. HAGEN, TRI1,01, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT. -
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Assistant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan,
Chief of Police, Vincent Stewart; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Treasurer, Dorothea
Gossett; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Airport
,anager, Jack Schneider; Building Inspector, Walt Will and Budget Director, Dave Pugh.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the regular meeting of
March 27th 1951 be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PEF141ITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO. AMOUNT NAPE ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2523 50.00 Willis J. Irwin 422 Grandey Way remodel house
4 50.00 Mary Brown 500 Burnett St. remodel house
4-A - E. Williams 914 B. Street rewire house
5 500.00 U. S. 1-:eat Co. Renton Airport remodel station
6 200.00 Wattie 12. Rock 343 Whitworth remodel house
7 - Williams & Swanson 704 Third Avenue install plumbing
8 10.00 Mrs. Ann Davis 400 Mill St, install fence
9 6000.00 George Butko 8809 S. 140th St. erect residence
2530 1400.00 Thomas Nursing Home 202 Mill St. install siding
1 - V. J. Parrinello 11736 Sunset Blvd. install septic tank
2 - John Julian 340 Sunset Blvd. install plumbing
3 - J. H. Neher 11315 S.E. 116th install plumbieg
3-A 900.00 J. Righi 518 Tobin remodel house
4 300.00 Food Lane 510 Third install neon sign
5 4700.00 Hank Pedersen 117 Park erect building
6 100.00 Carl Cook's Service 3rd & Whitworth repair sidewalk
Mr. Frederick Barker, Attorney for Mr. Clifford E. Sylvia, President of the newly
incorporated Black & White Radio Taxi Company, asked that the Councilmen consider
this *somnany, first as an entirely different company t'la.n the Black & White Taxicab
Company, as all stock had been bought in its entirety from the previous owner Mr.
Eugene Sylvia and that he no longer has any connection with the Taxicab Company, and
second,that Clifford E. Sylvia has a good reputation in Renton and is free to apply
for a new taxicab operator's license, that he had discussed this matter with the
Assistant City Attorney. Mr. Barker further stated, in his opinion, it was a
wasted motion to form a new corporation when the old one could just as well function,
but that as it was the Council's prerogative that a new corporation be formed, Mr.
Clifford E. Sylvia, would be willing to do this. Also th'jt lir. Clifford Sylvia wants
the opportunity to run a taxicab business in Renton, that he has made a substan-
tial investment and has ordered new radio equipment for a more efficient service
and that to deny Mr. Clifford Sylvia a license would be financially serious to him.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that the Council as a whole had revoked Mr. Eugene
Sylvia's taxicab driver's license and taxicab operator's license and that it would
be necessary for Mr. Clifford Syvlia to apply for a taxicab operator's license
through the proper channels.
Mr. Barker, Mr. Clifford Sylvia's attorney requested a 30-day extension of time for
the dissolution.
Councilman Richardson stated that by previous Council action a 30-day period had
been given Mr. Eugene Sylvia for the liquidation of the business of the Black and
White Taxicab Company and that it was his opinion that this time should not be ex-
tended.
Councilman Tamborini stated in his opinion, that the actions of Mr. Eugene Sylvia
should not be held against Mr. Clifford Sylvia and that Mr. Clifford Sylvia's appli-
cation should be considered and he should be permitted to form a new corporation and
that Mr. Clifford E. Sylvia should be entitled an extension of time to submit a new
application to the City Council.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that first, the Council had revoked the per-
sonal taxicab driverts license of Mr. Eugene Sylvia, second, they had revoked the
license that belonged to the corporation ---a separate corporation that the cor-
poration had been given 30 days to dissolve, allowing them a 30 day period to operate
while so doing; also, that he had talked to Mr. Fred Barker, Mr. Clifford Sylvia's
Attorney, several times, and had informed him it was permissable for any person to
reapply as an individual or corporation, or in any fashion he desire, and he would
be given the s ame consideration as any other person, but asfaras the present appli-
cation on file is concerned, the Black & White Taxicab license has been revoked and
that any furthor action was up to the Council.
Councilman Delaurenti stated, as Chairman of the Police & License Committee, he
would suggest that Mr. Barker resubmit tor. Clifford Sylvia's application for a
license.
Mr. Barker stated that he could not understand why the application could not read
MR. CLIFFORD SYLVIA and later on, if he desires to incorporate, he can so file.
Mr. Barker further stated that they will find some way to dissolve the Black & White
Taxicab Company by the 12th of April; that if the Council has no objection, he asked
that the application be made in Mr. Clifford Sylvia's personal name.
Moved by nichardson, seconded by Hansen, that a letter of application for a taxicab
operator's license for Air. Clifford Sylvia, go through the proper channels to the
Chief of Police for his recommendation and a report back to the Council.
The Assistant City Attorney stated for simplification purposes, in his opinion,
if the City Clerk would turn the application on file back to Mr. Barker and Mr.
Clifford Sylvia, they could delete the name that is not acceptable and insert another
name and return to the City Clerk,' if the Council so desires.
After Mr. Barker had corrected the application, the City Clerk read the letter,
applying for the issuance of a taxicab operator's license in the name of Clifford E.
Sylvia, stating that he makes the application in his private capacity and to be run
as a private business.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that this application be referred to the
Chief of Police for a report back next Tuesday. Carried.
A communication was read from George W. Church, 632 E. Street requesting his name
be withdrawn from the petition for the closing of the alley in Block 17, and that
before any action is taken to close or vacate the alley, that he so notified.
A communication was read from Edwina and Charles Brunette, 632 G. Place, protesting
the obstruction in Block 17 and requesting removal of same. They request that the
aley be declared open for the good and betterment of the Community.
A communication was read from Jewel C. and L.A. Perrett, 661 G. Place protesting
the obstruction in Block 17 and requesting removal of same. They request that the
alley be declared open and stated that they have previously signed a petition for
the improvement of the alley and that their attitude towards the improvement has not
altered.
A petition for the improvement by g rading, g raveling and doing such other work as
may be necessary in connection therewith, of the alley in Block 17, was submitted
by Clarence E. Riggs, signed by 24 pro-
perty oimers (including 8 husbands and wives)
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that this petition be referred to the City
Engineer to check and report back at the next Council meeting. Carried.
A copy of Mayor Joe R. Baxter's letter of thanks to the Renton Eagles, Aerie No.
1722 on behalf of the City Councilmen, Department Heads and employees, for a plea-
sant evening spent as guests of the Eagles on March 28th was read.
A copy of the City Attorney' s letter to Mr. McGarrigle, local manager of the Puget
Sound Power & Light Company re: the proposed sale of land to the City of Renton,
was read, stating that the revised Warranty Deed they furnished for the conveyance
of the tract on Renton Scenic Hill to the City of Renton for a price of $3180.00
is in form acceptable to the City, according to action heretofore taken by the City
Council and the Park Board. That if they will submit the original ececuted deed,
together with title policy, the transaction can now be completed.
Councilman Bruce stated that the Title and Warranty Deed and necessary resolution
had been prepared and would be presented later at this same meeting.
A communication was read from William A. Hess requesting that on approval of his
previously submitted application for a taxicab license, for the City of Renton, that
he be granted use of the existing cab stand on the southeast corner of 3rd and Wells,
if vacated by its present occupants and further requested licenses for three (3)
cabs, stating that his company will be known as the Renton Cab Company.
A communication was read from the Chief of Police stating that after thorough inr-
vestigation, he recommends that a taxicab license be granted to Mr. William Hess
of Route 1, Box 1254, Renton, also recommending a proper street corner site be con—
sidered.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that these communications be referred to
the Council as a whole. Carried. --
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 806, presented by the Property Committee
accepting conveyance by Warranty Deed, with Title Insurance Policy No. B-380691
of the Washington Title Insurance Company from Puget Sound Power and Light Company,
a corporation, as described by meted and bounds in tendered deed dated March 23,
1951, being the area heretofore leased playfield on Renton Scenic Hill. Also,
authorizing and directing the City Treasurer to disburse from Cumulative Fund No.
1184 the stun of $3180.00 to Puget Sound Power and Light Company in payment of price
thereof and such further amount from said Fund to the King County Treasurer as re—
quired to satisfy the 1951 amount from said Fund to the King County Treasurer as re—
quired to satisfy the 1951 taxes on said property (estimated $50.00) upon receiving
from the Puget Sound Power and Light Company, a remittance for Seller's prorata
(one—fourth)share of said taxes for the period to March 31, 1951.
The City Clerk stated he had been informed by Mr. McGarrigle that no 1951 taxes
have been assessed against this property, that this property had been removed from
the rolls.
Councilman Bruce stated that the Puget Sound Power & Light Company would pay one—
fourth of any taxes assessed by the King County Treasurer's Office, leaving the re—
mainder to be paid by the City.
Moved by richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Council accept proposed Resolution
No. 806 as presented by the Property Committee and the Park Board and that the City
Clerk and Mayor be authorized to sign the necessary papers. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that the wording of the lease in regards to mineral rights
had been changed to more nearly conform to the Council's wishes.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 805, as presented by the Ordinance
Committee, that the City of Renton finds that the approval of the application by
the Interstate Commerce Committee of the Great Northern Railway Company to acquire
stock will be of direct benefit to the City of Renton and surrounding community
and shippers located in Renton, and resolving that the City give its full support
for the application at the hearing to be held before the ICC in Seattle on April
6, 1951. The ICC is to be advised of the City's position and a copy of Resolution
No. 805 to be filed in said proceedings.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 805 as read. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated he would attend the Hearing with Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary
of the Renton Chamber of Commerce.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 807 authorizing and directing the City
Treasurer to transfer the sum of $266.59 from Cumulative Fund No. 1183 to the
Street Improvement Flared for the purpose of receiving matching funds from the Wash—
ington State Development Fluid for the posting of signs, street markers, etc., with—
in the City of Renton.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 807 as read. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: ALL COUNCILMEN PRESENT.
Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council reported that a special meeting of
the Council as a whole had been held in regard to the purchase of a mechanical
street sweeper, and after thorough consideration, the Council had recommended the
purchase of the Austin-Western Company Sweeper, Model r#'40, at a net cost to the
City of $8639.00 from the Columbia Equipment Company.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that certified checks received from other
bidders on the mechanical street sweeper be returned and all companies be notified
regarding non-acceptance of bid. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti reported that his committee was still considering the pur-
chase of the Police motorcycle and that he would make a report next meeting.
Councilman Bruce reported that the Property Committee had obtained a break-down of
the City of Rentons' Insurance, carried by the different Insurance Companies and it
was ready for presentation.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that copies of the Insurance report be
furnished to each member of the Council, for their information. Carried.
Councilman Hagen reported that he had received copies of House Bill #432, relating
to elections and House Bill #138 relating to salaries of City Officials and that he
would leave them on file in the City Clerk's office. That he had also obtained a
copy of Senate Bill No. 262 in regard to City Retirement Plan Insurance which he
would keep in his committee for the present time.
Councilman Reid reported that the Puget Sound Power and Light Company was working
on the various lights throughout Renton and that the installation of lights was
progressing slowly but they anticipate having all the lights installed by fall.
Councilman Richardson reported that the Sanitation Committee, Ordinance Committee,
City Engineer and City Attorney had met in regard to the Garbage Contract and had
determined that it would be more favorable for bidders if the bond, previously shown
in the specifications as $25,000.00 for a five-year period be changed to a $15,000
bond for a one-year period, with a 90-day clause whereby the City of Renton would be
notified 90 days before expiration of the bond, whether or not the bonding company
would renew the bond for another year. Councilman Richardson further recommended
•- that the call for bids be reissued changing the date from April 10th to the 24th
for the opening of said bids, and that all bids received prior to the publication
of the new call for bids, be returned to the bidders with complete information re-
garding same.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Committee and a new call for bids be published. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that a proposed Ordinance on fences in the City of Renton would
be presented to the Council at their next regular meeting.
Mayor Baxter further stated that in his opinion the City Council should secure an
over-all survey of the City'e entire water system. The Mayor explained that the
Earlington District is now served with City of Seattle water, that Maplewood had
their own Water district and that areas such as Kennydale, along the Cemetery Road
and other surrounding districts had very inadequate water systems and suggested that
water rates be raised to conform to rates in surrounding cities in order to place
the water system on a sound financial basis, that this matter of water supply was
very important and should be thoroughly investigated in the immediate future.
Councilman Reid stated that he was of the same opinion as Mayor Baxter, that he
had been informed that approximately 100 familities along the Cemetery Road were
badly in need of water, and that these people have stated they are willing to pay for
their own lines. Councilman Richardson stated that a qualified experienced person
should conduct a proper survey, that the cost of the survey is a minor item. compared
to the advantages to be gained by the same. Mayor Baxter stated that the City of
Renton's water rates are the second lowest in the State of Washington and further
stated that the profit is fair considering the price we charge for water; that last
year the City had installed a water tank at Kennydale and a 20" pipe line
(10,900 lineal feet) from the Springbrook Dam to Renton.
Councilman Davidson stated that the Councilmen had been informed at the Association
of Washington Cities meeting at Bothell last year that certain Government Funds were
available for such surveys in Defense areas.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Legislative Committee investi-
gate this possibility and report back. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that the City Engineer contact different
Engineering firms or individuals who do this work and report back to the Council.
Carried,
Councilman Richardson stated, in his opinion, the matter of increase in water rates
for the City of Renton should be considered at the time the survey was made as rates
would be determined by the survey.
The City Engineer stated he believed that a survey would include recommended water
rate increases.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that the Property Committee and
City Attorney had been given an 6asement in iegard to Commercial Waterway property in
Jones Park and Liberty Park to check and they had determined that this easement was
acceptable to the City with the exception of minor changes, and that this is not an
easement, but a lease and for the protection of the City and for verification
reasons these changes should be contained in the lease.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the City Attorney and Property Committee and this easement should be re-
ferred back to the Commercial Waterway District No. 2. Carried.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
PAYROLLS ALL DEPARTMENTS 152916.!,,8 792-912
CLAIMS 90rRi 84.00 9338-9339
CLAIMS WATER 212.23 8352-8353
CLAIMS CITY STREETS 1883.79 6054-6071
CLAIMS SEWER DISPOSAL 584.33 2075-2079
CLAIMS AIRPORT 1783.87 1142-1156
CLAIMS LIB 671.76 2315-2330
CLAIMS PARK 631.50 1552-1559
CLAIMS ATHLETIC 67.00 581-583
CLAIMS CIVILIAN DEFENSE 404.54 10-15
CLAIMS FIRE,1EN'S PENSION FUND 250.00 53-54
CLAIMS CUMULATIVE FUQ #1183 1.30 370
CLAIMS CUIfiULATIVE FUND #1184 31$0.00 416.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 10:00 o'clock P.M.
City lerk
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Renton, Washington
Anril 10, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 otclock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMMs R.EID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI, AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESE.�IT WERE: Assistant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan;
Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City
Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon,
Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector
and Dave Pugh, Budget Controller.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of April 3rd be approved
as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from Romeo Botts Executive Secretary of the Statewide City
Employees Retirement .System giving the operating expenses of 1950, and advance for
1951 for Renton, Washington as follows:
Balance January 1, 1950 . . . . W7.40
Additions during the year . . . 3940.37
Interest credited in 1950 . . . 15.98
Balance December 31, 1950 4393.75
Due the City of Renton for operating expenses for 1951, 1043.05
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Trimm, that this communication and statement be re—
ferred to the Finance Committee and City Clerk with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Robert Lux, Secretary of the City Employees Assoc—
iation petitioning for payroll deductions quarterly in an amount of $3.00 per employee
as requested, for dues to the Association, said sum to be turned over to the City
Employees1 Association treasurer,
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that this petition be referred to the City
Clerk, Ways & Means Committee and City Attorney with power to act. Carried.
A petition was read from Miss Winifred Daniels, Librarian for the Renton Public
Library, to extend her retirement date, as an employee of the City of Renton from
June 1, 1951 to June 1, 1953.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that this request be referred to the Library
Board and City Attorney for a report back next meeting. Carried.
A petition was read from John Mezek, to extend his retirement date as an employee
of the City of Renton from June 1, 1951 to June 11 1953.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this request be referred to the City
Engineer and City Attorney for a report back next meeting. Carried.
A request to conduct an "Old Time Benefit Dance" at the St. Anthonyts Parish Hall
on May 51 1951 was read from Tom Monaghan, Chairman, also requesting that the
license fee be waived.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that Mr. Monaghan be notified that the
Parish will be required to pay the regular license fee of $1.00 as required by
Ordinance. Carried.
A communication was read from Arthur M. King, Supervising Sanitarian for the City
of Seattle and King County Division of sanitation, advising that the Black River
drainage area located between Tobin Avenue and Third Avenue needs to be permanently
abated; that with the increase in population, this condition has become a health
hazard. They recommend as a permanent solution, that this area be drained and filled,
and enclose a copy of a previous letter dated 9/23/49 relative to the same problem
and request early attention to the matter.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Swift, that this letter be referred to the Sani-
tation Committee, City Engineer and Mr. Girard of the King County Health Office.
Carried.
The City Engineer stated he had talked to Mr. Van Amberg of the King County Health
Office who is in accord with the City Engineer's views in regards to utilizing this
hazardous swamp area as a right-of-way for the proposed Earlington sewer system,
and requested permission to contact State Land Commissioner, Mr. Jack Taylor, to
arrange a meeting to further discuss the use of this area, and that Mayor Baxter,
the City Attorney, Councilmen and members of the King County Polution Committee be
requested to be present at said meeting to consider possibilities of abating this
nuisance.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the City Engineer and that The City Engineer will inform the City Clerk
the time set for the proposed meeting to enable the City Clerk to notify all
committee members of the proposed meeting. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer recommending a comprehensive study
of all Rentonts utilities and recommending that a program of expansion of Renton's
utilities be set-up to serve the needs of a larger city, anticipated after recent
investigations in the City and vicinity, by the heavy influx of population which
can be expected within the next few years, with a view of better serving Renton.
Councilman Richardson stated this was a very good recommendation and should be
given consideration. That a bill on Federal Housing had passed the House of Repre-
sentatives yesterday and a clause in the bill allowed Cities to make application
for funds for improvement of sewer systems in defense areas which should be investi-
gated.
A communication was read from the City Engineer requesting the City of Renton
negotiate a return of cash or an equitable amount of cast iron pipe, rather than
the return of 3200 lineal feet of asbestos cement water pipe, borrowed by the U.S.
Corps of Army Engineers on a guaranteed return basis for a vital defense project
in this area.
A letter of appreciation with an offer of assistance in the future, if ever needed,
was attached, from John P. Buehler, Lt. Colonel, Corps of Engineers, Office of
the District Engineer of Seattle District,
The City Engineer explained that he had loaned 3200 lineal feet of asbestos cement
water pipe, on a guaranteed return basis to the Corps of Army Engineers and that
he would like to investigate the possibility of replacing the asbestos pipe with
cast iron pipe as this would be to the advantage of,the City of Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this communication be referred to
the City Property Committee, City Attorney, City Engineer and Budget Controller
with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police, disapproving the
City issuing a taxicab operator's license to Mr. Clifford E. Sylvia for the follow-
ing reasons: (1) Clifford Sylvia was an officer and stockholder in the Black and
White Taxicab Company and must have been aware that his father was permitting
equipment of the Company to be used for illegal sale of intoxicating liquors, and
also selling liquor illegally; that this would nullify the revocation of the Black
and White Taxicab Company's operator's license formerly held by Eugene F. Sylvia.
(2) that Clifford E. Sylvia, being the son of Eugene F. Sylvia, would naturally
use his father in the operation of a taxicab business, should be granted a license
which would defeat the action and intention of the Renton City Council in can-
celling the license of the Black & White Taxicab Company, issued to Eugene F.
Sylvia.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recom-
mendation of the Chief of Police. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that personally he could not vote for the Council to concur
in the recommendation of the Chief of Police because in his opinion, such action
would be penalizing a son for the acts of his father, which was not his idea of
fairness and justice. Councilmen Bruce and Tamborini, both stated that they were
of the same opinion as Councilman Swift. Councilman Swift further stated that the
City should give a fair and impartial consideration to the petition as presented,
and should not be influenced by attitudes and opinions other thanfhets and stated
that in his opinion that Clifford E. Sylvia should be granted a permit to operate
a taxicab company for a probationary period of six months.
Mr. Barker, Clifford E. Sylvia's attorney stated that Clifford was known by all the
Councilmen, that he had been in business in Fenton for quite sometime, his interest
was to conduct a business in a satisfactory public manner; that he had no business
enemies, that he is clean, that his reputation is clean, that he is a member of the
Chamber of Commerce, Elks and Eagles; as far as his record is concerned, none can
say anything against him; that he was only a stockholder in the Black and White Cab
Company, his father ran the company, that the question is whether Clifford E. Sylvia
should be permitted to run the business — — he asked the Council to give Clifford
E. Sylvia a chance to operate the business in a satisfactory manner.
Mayor Baxter vacated the Mayor's chair in favor of President Delaurenti, of the
Council.
Mayor Baxter stated that he would personally like to see justice performed. That in
his opinion, Clifford Sylvia should not be penalized for the acts of anyone else,
and that the Coun_-il should decide tonight the question of Clifford's application of
April 3rd to the Council for a license to operate Clifford's radio Taxi Company and
that the acts of others, or accusations made against anyone else, should not be
brought into the discussion as to whether Clifford Sylvia should be granted a taxicab
operator's permit.
Mr. Barker informed the Council that he had endeavored to dissolve the Black and
White Taxicab Company, but that this required meetings of the Board of Trustees with
their application being sent to the Secretary of State.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that it was necessary to notify all members and
hold a meeting of all stockholders and the matter should be put to a proper majority
vote of the stockholder; then their decision should be furnished the Secretary of
State in order to dissolve a corporation.
A roll call vote as follows, being taken on the motion to concur in the recommen—
dation of the Chief of Police that the City refuse Clifford Sylvia a taxicab oper—
,� ator's license, Delaurenti, No; Richardson, Aye; Swift, No; Bruce, No; Freyman, No;
Hansen, No; Hagen, No; Trimm, No; Reid, Aye; Davidson, No; Tamborini, No and
Dullahant, Aye. There being nine NO'S AND THREE AYE'S, the motion lost.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that should the Council grant Mr. Clifford
E. Sylvia a license, that such license be granted for a probationary period of six
months. Carried.
Mr. Barker asked if the Council had any objection to Clifford E. Sylvia forming a
corporation.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that, in his opinion, the Council would have no ob—
jection — this would be another corporation.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that application should be amended, allowing
him to do business under a different name, that under a corporation it would be a
different name; that if it were amended now, it would save trouble later on.
Mr. Barker stated that they would like to use the name of CLIFF'S RADIO CABS, INC.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that a taxicab operator's license be granted
to Clifford E. Sylvia, on a six months probationary period, under the firm name of
CLIFF'S RADIO CABS, INC., and that after the expiration of the six months pro—
bationary period, said license would be continued under provisions as stated in the
taxicab ordinance. Carried.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that the 12th of April would be a final operation
date of the Black and White Taxicab Company.
A report was read from James Highton, giving his opinion and recommendation on the
petition for improvement of the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition to
Renton, (1) Section 382, Chapter 21 of the State Code of Laws for City, Towns of the
Second, Third and Fourth Class states that a local improvement district shall em-
brace as near as may be, all the property specially benefited by such improvement;
that it is his interpretation and opinion, that only the abutting properties should
be assessed. (2) Therefore, it becomes necessary to rule first on the properties
to be included in this proposed improvement before the validity of the petition can
be established. (3) the percentage figures for this improvement, based on the above
opinion, are submitted as follows:
Percent frontage 52.82%
Percent area . . 57.86%
Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce, that the Council accept the recommendation of
the City Engineer, and that the City proceed with the improvement as provided by
law. Carried.
Councilman Richardson advised that an estimate of costs for the proposed improve—
ment
mprovement be presented before any further action is taken.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the City Engineer submit an estimate
of the cost of improvement of the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
Councilman Swift, Chairman of the Street and Alley Committee reported that his
committee had met with the Renton Post Office authorities in Renton and recommended
that Renton street names be extended through to Earlington Addition, where possible.
The names submitted by the Earlington Women's Club to be used on cross streets were
drawn from a hat and assigned to such cross streets. The City -6ngineer will submit
a map showing the suggested names of all streets and avenues and cross streets, as
assigned in Earlington, which will. be referred to the City of Renton Planning
Commission and King County Planning Commission for further consideration. Further
action in this regard will be delayed until the City Engineer submits said map.
The Street and Alley Committee further reported that their committee recommended
that the City of Renton proceed with the installation of sidewalks and, curbs on the
south side of 3rd Avenue (on the west end) between Shattuck Street and. Rainier
Avenue.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Street & Alley Committee and that the City prooeed with this improvement.
Carried.
The City Engineer stated it would be necessary to have estimates of the cost of
the proposed improvement before a local improvement district could be formed.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the City Engineer make a survey and
bring in an estimated cost of this improvement to the Council. Carried..
The Street and Alley Committee requested that letters be sent to the Maplewood and
Windsor Hills Improvement Clubs asking that they notify the City, as soon as
possible, their intentions as to the improvements in their streets.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Street and Alley Committee and the City Engineer be so informed.
Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti reported that the Police & License Committee and Chief of
Police had approved the bid for a police motorcycle from the Dragerts Harley
Davidson Company, as per specifications, at a net cost of $726.19. This motor cycle
will be in front of the City Hall next Tuesday night, April 17th for everyone to
see.
Councilman Delaurenti reported that he would like to have the Council as a whole
meet immediately after the Council meeting to discuss the matter of a taxicab
operator's license for Mr. William Hess.
Councilman Bruce reported that the Park Board, Property Committee and City Attorney
had approved the lease re—submitted by the Commercial Waterway District No. 2, on
the property adjacent to Jones and Liberty Park on Cedar River, and the committee
recommended that the proper signatures be affixed and the lease be completed.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council accept the recommen—
dation of the Property Committee and City Attorney and the Mayor and City Clerk
be empowered to sign the necessary documents. Carried.
Councilman Dullahent reported that the Fire and Water Committee had met with the
City Attorney and after careful consideration, recommended that no action be taken
regarding fire hydrants in Maplewood Addition as this is a privately owned utility
and the owner is required to keep the hydrants in the proper condition for the use
of the Fire Department at all times.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by rreyman, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Committee. Carried.
The Fire Chief was instructed to notify the owners of the privately owned water system
in Maplewood that they are to keep the hydrants in the proper condition for the use
of the Fire Department at all times.
The Fire & Water Committee reported- that the cost to install water mains to Mr.
Hopkins' place of business, the Seattle Plywood Company, on the edge of Boeing Filed,
would be too excessive and recommended that no action be taken at this time in regard
to same.
Moved by Idehardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommenda—
tion of the Committee and Mr. Hopkins be so notified. Carried.
Councilman Hagen reported that-he had obtained the name of the "Housing and Home
Finance Agency" from Mr. Donald Sampson of the Association of Washington Cities and
it was their impression that funds would be available to Renton for water, sewer or
other miscellaneous surveys, such as for a new City Hall; that his committee had
held a meeting in this regard and recommended that this communication be referred to
the City Engineer and City Attorney for their study and recommendations.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommenda—
tion of the Legislative Committee. Carried.
Councilman Reid reported that his committee had met with the City Engineer and re—
commended a certain crosswalk area on 3rd and Rainier in front of the "Renton Church
of God" and further recommended that this area be so marked.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Light and Power Committee and City Engineer. Carried.
The City Clerk read the specification amendments and/or changes for the proposed
Garbage contract submitted for Council approval by the City Engineer.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that these changes, as submitted by the City
Attorney and City Engineer be incorporated in the proposed garbage contract speci—
fications. Carried.
The Mayor answered Councilman Tamborini, that in his opinion, no definite action has
beentaken as to the location of Cliff's Radio Cabs, Inc., The Assistant City
Attorney informed the Council that the license for Cliff's Radio Cabs, Inc.,,, could
become effective on the day the dissolution of the Black and White Cab Company was
completed.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
Roll Call: All Councilmen present.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that Cliff's Radio Cabs , Inc., be allowed
the use of the space to be vacated by the Black & White Cab Company.
There was a short discussion as to whether Mr. Hess's request for the use of the space
being vacated by the Black & White Taxicab Company should be considered before
Clifford E. Sylvia was granted this space.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, No; Swift, Aye;
Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, No; Trimm, No; Reid, Aye; Davidson, Aye;
Tamborini, Aye and Dullahant, No. There being eight AYE'S AND FOUR NO'S the motion
carried.
Councilman Swift reperted that his committee and the City Engineer had discussed the
proposal of the Long Bell Lumber Company to improve the area in front of their place
of business by oiling same, and requested that the City work with them and oil the
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20 foot right—of—way on the west side, between their prMrty line and the State
Highway paving. The City Engineer estimates the cost to the City would be approxi—
mately $62.00. The Street & Alley Committee recommends this improvement as this
strip is directly across from the Hospital grounds and is used as a bus stop.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommenda—
tion of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
On the question, Councilman Tamborini stated, in his opinion, he was not in favor
of this recommendation as other areas needed oiling more than this particular area,
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, Aye; Swift,
Aye, Bruce, Aye; Freyman, No; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye ; Now
Davidson, Aye; Tamborini, No and Dullahant, Aye. There being 10 AYES AND 2 NOIS,
the motion carried.
Councilman Swift reported that his committee had received a favorable report from
the City Engineer in regard to a "Seaman Pulvi Mixer", which has been in the City's
possession for several months and has been thoroughly tested. The machine is
designed to reclaim the old oiled streets at a very low cost. The machine is new and
can be acquired by the City at a cost of $4620.00 net, on a rental basis of $385.00
per month, the rental to apply on the purchase price. (Factory delivery on the same
machine new would cost the City in excess of X6000.00 net.) The City Engineer
stated that this machine is the answer to low cost improvements of Renton's worst
streets and recommended the purchase of same and further invited an inspection of
4th Avenue which was recently resurfaced with this machine. Councilman Swift stated,
in his opinion, it was a sturdy machine and would not require much. repair. The
Street and Alley Committee recommended that this report be referred to the Ways &
Means Committee and Finance Committee.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street & Alley Committee and City Engineer and that the Ways & Means Commit—
tee and Finance Committee report back. Carried
Councilman Bruce stated that in his opinion, a bus depot was urgently needed in
Renton in which persons waiting for the buses could have a certain place to wait.
Councilman Richardson stated that interested persons should instigate a proper
petition in this regard and the Council could then make their recommendation.
The Chief of Police requested that Councilman Tamborini inform him of any persons
parking in metered areas for periods longer than one hour and further stated that
the Police Department would make a vigorous check on these violations.
Mayor Baxter reported that he and Mr. Reynolds, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce
had attended a meeting of the King County Commissioners in regard to obtaining
a release of an option now held by the King County Commissioners for the purchase
of a tract of land, just east of the City of Renton, which the King County Commi—
ssioners intend to use as a County gravel pit; that this particular site is located
in the center of a tract chosen for the location of a proposed Housing project,
and the sale of said area, for use as a gravel pit, will automatically cause the
development company to abandon the project.
Mr. Reynolds stated that the development project under consideration was very import—
ant to the City of Renton and that although he had been endeavoring not to make the
proposed project an open issue, it had become known to the public through the reluc—
tance of the King County Commissioners to release their option on same; that this
project, as planned, was a 15 million dollar housing project, and in his opinion
there was no other site in this area available for such a project. Mr. Reynolds fur-
ther stated that the Chamber of Commerce had drawn up a resolution to present to the
County Commissioners for their consideration and recommended that the City Council
consider submitting a similar resolution.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Resolution No. 808 on the above subject,
whish was read by the City Clerk. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that
the Council pass proposed Resolution No. 808 as read, and that copies of same be
broughtbefore the King County Commissioners by Mr. Reynolds, Secretary of the
Chamber of Commerce. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
Anril 172 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 otclock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, assistant City Attorney;
Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City
Clerk; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent ; Jack
Schneider, Airport Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh, Budget Con-
troller.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the minutes of April 10th be approved as
written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMTS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO. AMOUNT NA1,1E ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2537 700.00 A. J. Creek 2207 9th Ave. No, erect garage
38 100.00 J. R. Hudson 813 C Street erect fence
9 - A. M. Emard 243 N. Wells install tank & burner
40 150.00 H. R. Bennett 338 Garden St. reroof house
1 600.00 Ivan 0. Olson 1909 7th Ave. No. erect garage
2 1000.00 Brewer Furniture 805 Second Avenue install neon sign
3 700.00 Charles B. Mack 815 A St. erect garage
4 100.00 Bernard Barron 815 D St, erect fence
5 100.00 A. Arnone 543 Morris St. erect back stop
6 - 1000.00 Clarence M. Nelson 2311 6th Ave. No. erect garage
7 100.00 Earl Geb.enini 106 Logan & 101 Bur. P1. install fence
8 30.85 S.E. Jamison 538 G. St. erect fence
9 5000.00 John Weber 1504 3rd N. erect house
9-A 330.0.0 V. E. Toney 657 D. St. erect fence
50 200.00 Thomas M. House 420 N. Burrett St. House foundation
1 100.00 George H. Jacobson 2405 6th North build rockery
.... 2 400.00 Wm. F. Tonkin 8203 Langston Rd. erect Datio
3 1000.00 Herman Plumbing 14034 Rainier Ave. brick front bldg.
4 100.00 Gertrude Fisler 420 Cedar St. erect bulkhead
5 400.00 Harold Ranahan 12428 142nd SE* erect garage
6 250.00 Foster Barnett 415 Whitworth erect basement
7 100.00 Carl Sepanen 515 Mill St. erect carport
8 525.00 Harold Canfield 1108 4th Ave. remodel house
9 400.00 Phillip Skachilich 2608 5th Ave. No. erect garage
60 500.00 John E. :lard 604 Morris repair foundation
1 100.00 Chas. A. Hubbard 500 Whitworth St. erect fence
2 250.00 George Dobson 8817 Langston Road construct driveway
3 100.00 Umberto Barei 306 Wells St. remodel house
4 150.00 C. C. Simmons 651 G. St. erect carport
5 - Nello Pistoresi 226 Garden St. install oil fur.
6 _ It It 230 n n n in
7 30,000.00 Pac. Car & Fdry Co. 4th & Factory erect building
8 400.00 George W. Church 632 E. St. erect garage
9 - Harold S. Taylor 2313 7th N. install oil furnace
70 100.00 J. L. Cude 904 K. St. remodel house
1 300.00 Albert May 336 Garden St. erect foundation
2 100.00 William J. Cook 2332 6th Pl. erect fence
3 8,800.00 Puget Sound P. & L. 1111 Lake Wash Blvd. remodel building
4 100.00 Cochran Hdwe. 801 2nd Ave. erect office
5 336.00 Sam Pappas 206 Sunset Blvd. install fence
.... 6 95.00 A.D. Angwin 903 1st N. construct sidewalk
6-A - Wm. Buck 225 N. Williams install tank
7 70,00 Harry Killian 432 Smithers erect fence
8 40.'.)0 Cabin City Court 100 3rd Ave. wire cabin X30
9 500.00 Wm. H. Methven 225 Sunset Blvd. blacktop motel
driveway
A communication was read from James L. Lee of Lee's Ice Cream Company requesting
their vending license be renewed for the coming season. They request permission to
have one cart at this time and possibly a seond car later on in the summer.
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Moved by Swift, seconded by Dullahant, that this be referred to the Police &
License Committee and Chief of Police ,1th power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Lewis Argano requesting that the alley in the rear of
the Argano Apartments and the Rainier Theatre have better lighting for the protection
of his tenants, neighbors and himself.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that this be referred to the Council as a
whole. Carried.
A communication, dated April 16th and received by the City Clerk on April 17, 1951
(being a written notice) was read from Max J. Witters requesting a 15 year ex-
tension of the lease heretofore entered into between the City of Renton and Western ...
Skyways, Inc., said lease being assigned to Mr. Max J. Witters on .June 5, 1950,
the 15 year period to terminate on June 30, 1967.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that this be referred to the Airport Board
for their consideration and a report back. Carried.
co�ununi::ation was read from Charles H. Starker, Entomologist, Chemicals Division,
Pacific Supply Cooperative describing a material "Warfarin" for the control of rats
and mice and giving prices and availability of same.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the communication be referred to the
Sanitation Committee. Carried.
A communication was read from F.A. Grabner, General Manager of the Lake Shore Lines
enclosing two copies of Supplement No. 2 to tariff No. 30 showing their author-
ity for and stating a price increase effective April 17th in all service between any
two points in the same direction, on the same trip, unless otherwise specified of
1.3 cents per one fare or two tokens for 25¢. All other rates reamined the same.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to the
Police & License Committee to investigate the proposed Tariff and report back.
Carried.
A communication from the Scenic Hill Community Club, signed by President Alice
Williams to Gene Coulon, Park Superintendnet was read, requesting Council consider-
ation regarding the playfield at Jones Street and Beacon Avenue on Renton Scenic
Hill to be designated as the PHILIP ARNOLD PLAYFIED.
An explanatory communication from the Park Superintendent and Park Board was read,
enclosing the communication from the Scenic Hill Community Club, which had been con-
sidered at the Renton Park Board's meeting of April 12, 1951, and which request they
recommended be granted, that they be allowed to officially name the Park at Jones
Street and Beacon Avenue on Renton Scenic Hill the PHILIP ARNOLD PLAYFIED.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hagen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Park Board and Park Superintendent in naming the Park, the PHILIP ARNOLD
PLAYFIED, and the City Engineer be instructed to change the name of the plat and
the City's records accordingly. Carried.
A communication was read from John H. Swanson of Williams & Swanson re the crea-
tion of a loading zone in front of their Parts Department on Burnett Street, stating
that they believed a reduction in the parking time limit from one hour to 15
minutes would solve the problem. They suggested that signs be posted, or the curb
painted to indicate limited parking.
Councilman Reid stated that this area was on the east side of Burnett-Street be-
tween 2nd and 3rd Avenue.
A communication was read from Fire Chief Lawrence commending the City Engineer and
his crew under Frank Toschi for their cooperation in the spring clean-up campaign.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication filed.
A communication was read from the City Engineer recommending that the app_ lica tion
of John Mezek, a street department laborer, for an extension of his time as an
employee of the City of Renton be NOT approved and stating his recommended policy
is for all regular employees to be retired at 65 years of age, with the exception
of those who are difficult to replace.
The City Clerk stated that the Library Board had recommended unanimously that Miss
Daniels' request for a two year extension, as an employee of the City of Renton,
until June 1, 1953 as librarian be granted.
Moved by Tri:nm, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Library Board, that Miss Daniels, Librarian be granted a two year extension to
her retirement date.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, No; Swift, Aye;
Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, No; Davidson,
Aye; Tamborini, No and Dul.lahant, No. There being 8 Aye's and 4 No's, the motion
carried.
After considerable discussion it was moved by Bruce, seconded by Davidson, that the
request for extension of John Mezek's employment be referred to the Council as a
whole to discuss further during the recess and come back with their recommendation.
Carried.
The City. Clerk informed the councilmen that if extensions were granted, resolutions
to this effect must be completed before next Tuesday or they could not be con-
sidered by the Statewide City Employees Retirement System Executive Board.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: Delaurenti, Richardson, Swift, Bruce, Freyman, Hansen, Trimm, Reid,
Davidson, Tamborini and Dullahant.(Councilman Hagen being excused for the balance of
the meeting.)
Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council, reported that the majority of the
Council concurred in the recommendation of the City Engineer that the request for
an Extension of emzl.oyment to Thr. John Mezek be refused.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Council as a whole.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, Aye; Swift,
Aye; Bruce, No; Freyman, No; Hansen, No; Trimm, No; Reid, Aye; Davidson, Aye;
Tamborini, Aye and Dullahart, Aye. There being 7 Aye's and 4' No's the motion carried.
The Ways and Means Committee, City Clerk and Assistant City Attorney recommended
that the City employees be permitted payroll deduction of their dues of V11.00 per
month; said sum to be turned over to the City Employees Association treasurer.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council concur in the reeommendation
of the Ways & Means Committee, City Clerk and Assistant City Attorney. Carried.
Mayor Baxter granted the Ways & Means Committee more time on the purchase of the
Pulvi Mixer for the City of Renton.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Resolution No. 809 extending the com-
pulsory retirement time of hiss Winifred Daniesl, Librarian, two (2) years, until
June 1, 1953.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt the proposed Resolution
No. 809 as read. Carried.
The City Clerk reread proposed Ordinance No. 1401 as presented by the Ordinance
Committee and corrected by the Assistant City Attorney, prohibiting parking of
vehicles and placing of obstructions on certain streets within the City of Renton
between the hours of 3:00 A.M., on each and every day and naming the streets.
Second Avenue from Logan Street to Mills Street
Bronson Way from Main Street to Factory Street
Third Avenue from Rainier Avenue to Mills Street
Burnett Street from 2nd Avenue to ',lalla Walla Avenue
Williams Street from 2nd Avenue to 4th Avenue
Wells Street from Second Avenue to 4th Avenue
Main Street from 2nd Avenue to Grady Way
Mills Street from Bronson Way to Walla Walla Avenue.
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Any person violating this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon con—
viction shall be punished by a fine of not more than ;$100.00 or imprisonment of
30 days, and authorizing the Police Department to impound any vehicles or ob—
structions violating this ordinance.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Tamborini, that proposed Ordinance No. 1401 as corr—
ected, be referred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 11`01.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and proposed Ordinance No. 1401 be placed on its second
and final reading. Carried.
After the second, and final reading, it was moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift,
that the council adopt proposed Ordinance No. 1401 as read.
A roll call vote being taken and all eleven Councilmen present voting aye, the
motion carried.
Moved by Bruce,seconded by Richardson, that all streets involved in Ordinance No.
1401 be so posted and the people notified in regard to cars being impounded in these
stated areas for violation of the Ordinance. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti, recommended that the Police Department issue a "courtesy"
card ticket" for the first offense, reminding the offender of his violation.
Upon the recommendation of Councilman Davidson, it was moved by Richardson, seconded
by Hansen, that the question of impounding cars of the violators of Ordinance No.
1401 and the fee to be charged for impounding be referred to the Police and License
Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1402 amending the Building Code Ordinance
No. 1164 relating to zoning regulations and restrictions of buildings and the use
of land within the City of Renton.
Councilman Bruce suggested that this Ordinance be referred to the Council as a
whole for farther study.
The building inspector informed the Council that the proposed Ordinance provided
for changes previously approved by the Council to allow the issuance of certain
building permits that, without such amendments to the present ordinance, required
non—conforming permits; that this merely allowed persons to build six foot fences,
where authorized by the Building Department, to allow backyard privacy and, where
many of the lots in Renton were in excess of 250 feet deep, that the property owners
would be permitted to build garages within 70 feet from the front of the lots,
rather than 30 feet from the rear, and in cases of 250 foot lots, fences could be
built at a distance of a percentage of the extra depth of the lot figured on a basis
of 100 foot lots.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that this proposed Ordinance No. 1402 be re—
ferred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Councilman Bruce and Tamborini both stated that in their opinion the proposed
Ordinance should not be placed on its second and final reading this week, that it
should be held one week for further study.
Councilman Richardson reported that the Ordinance Committee reported favorably on
proposed Ordinance No. 1402.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Swift, that the Counc__l accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed Ordinance No. 1402 be placed on its
second and final reading.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, Aye; Swift,
Aye; Bruce, No; Freyman, No; Hansen, No; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye; Davidson, Aye;
Tamborini, No and Dullahant, Aye. There being 7 Aye's and 4 No's the motion
carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Dullahant
that proposed Ordinance No. 1402 be approved as read. Carried.
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A roll call vote being taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, Aye; Swift,
Aye; Bruce, No; Freyman, No; Hansen, No; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye; Davidson, Aye;
Tamborini, No and Dullahant, Aye. There being 7 Aye's and 4 Nots the motion carried.
Councilman Richardson explained further that the Ordinance Committee was trying to
assist the Council in keeping all Ordinances in line with the requirements of the
needs of the City and did not want any Ordinances, or part thereof, to impede the
progress of the City.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council of the City of Renton go on
record as not being in favor of daylight saving time for the City of Renton.
After a short discussion, a roll call vote was taken as follows: Delaurenti, No;
'o` Richardson, No; Swift, Aye; Bruce, No; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, No; Trimm, No; Reid, No;
Davidson, No; Tamborini, No. and Dullahant, Aye. There being 8 No's and 3 Aye's the
motion lost.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the City of Renton adopt the same
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME schedule as that used by the City of Seattle, and a resolution
be presented at the next Council meeting to this effect. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that his Committee and the Ordinance Committee had held
a meeting with the City Attorney inzegard to amending the ordinance re the location
of taxi stands, and recommended that the City Engineer furnish legal descriptions of
conte lated taxicab stands (1) on the Northwest corner of 3rd and Williams Street
and (2 the first meter zone south of the cross—walk on the east side of Wells Street,
to the Ordinance Committee and City Attorney.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by F'reyman, that the Council approve the recommendation
of the Street and Alley Committee, Ordinance Committee and City Attorney. Carried.
Councilman Swift requested the Street & _Alley Committee be given power to act in a
few proposed temporary changes in the traffic regulations over certain areas in the
City of Renton, as recommended by the Police Department Traffic Division, the City
Engineer and City Attorney. There will be very little, if any, expense to be involved
in this operation.
,,. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift further recommended that the City Engineer investigate the condition
of Wells Street from 2nd to 4th Avenue, with the idea of certain needed repairs.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Bruce that the State Highway Department re—
presentatives are working on different streets, in Renton, at the present times
which are part of the State Highway System; that State Highway Department employees
have been in Renton for the past several days working on said streets.
The City Clerk informed councilman Dullahant that the matter of daylight saving time
could be put on the ballot for the next City election, by request of the Council, or
by petition. The Assistant City Attorney informed the council that the City Clerk
was correct and that the Superintendent of Elections should be so notified of any
such matter to be put oh the ballot.
Councilman Reid reported that there was a need of lighting along the Maple Valley
Highway, but no action had been taken because they were unable to get any satis—
faction from the State Highway Engineers.
The City Engineer informed Mrs. Pitcher that they would try Pnd have the estimate
for the improvement of the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition to Renton
at the next council meeting on April 24.
r+ The City Engineer informed the Council that the State Highway Department was still
interested in obtaining the property on Mothers Park, as previously requested, dor
a garage and storage building.
Mayor Baxter requested the City Engineer, Property Committee and City Attorney to
investigate the Statets proposed use of this property.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
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The following bills having been previously audited were presented:
CURRENT
PAYROLL ALL DEPART19ENTS 20,115.08 913-1057
CLAIMS CURRE'DIT 12,96.E.03 9339-9411
CLAIMS WATER 4,247.65 5353-8375
CLAIMS CITY STREETS 80.36 6072-6074
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CLAI14S AIRPORT - - -
CLAIMS LIBRARY 66..17 2331-2313
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting be adjourned.
Carried. The meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
April 24, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 5:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS present were: Assistant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan;
Assistant Police Chief, Angelo Busato; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley
Crook; City Engineer, James Highton; Park Superintendent, Gene Coulon; Airport
Manager, Jack Schneider; Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh, Budget Con-
troller.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of April 17,
be approved as corrected. Carried.
A petition was read, signed by Lloyd and Veda M. Welch, Albert W. and Thelma I. Myers
and Mike and Marjorie Lotto ( husbands and wives respectively), for the annexation
of certain areas to the City of Renton, Washington. They are the owners of not less
than than 75% of the value of the property which is described and shown on an attach-
ed drawing of the area to be annexed to the City of Renton.
The City Engineer explained that this property was just west of Rainier Avenue and
just northwest of Airport Way and would include property now used by the Richfield
Oil Company as a distributional agency.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that this petition be referred to the City
Engineer to ch9ck the legality of signatures and report back. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer enclosing a petition from Rudolph
Heilpern for the rezoning of Lot 1, Block 24., Renton Farm Plat #3, situated in
the City of Renton, Washington, from residential to commercial, including the
signatures of 15 property owners living within the limits of 200 feet of the property
described. The City Engineer reported favorably on the petition, stating that there
were 57.2 percent of signatures and 60.6 percent of area.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the rezoning petition be referred to
the Planning Commission. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer outlining proposed Local Improve-
ment District No. 238 for the improvement of the sixteen foot alley in Block 17,
Renton Highlands Addition to Renton, (1) by grading to the line and grade set by
the Engineer (2) sod shall be removed and subgrade shall be surfaced with 3/4"
crushed rock to a depth of three inches for the full width of the alley for a dis-
tance of 523 feet from the edge of the sidewalk at the east entrance to edge of
sidewalk at the west entrance of the alley. (3) It is proposed to waive the call
for bids for this improvement and negotiate the award of a contract in accordance
with Chapter 211 of the State of Washington Laws of 1951. (4.) The total cost of the
work under this proposal is estimated to be five hundred forty-four dollars and
fifty cents 0544.50).
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the City Engineer's
estimate as submitted.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that it would be necessary to set a date and
place of hearing and give public notice; that the date of public hearing should be
15 days after the date of last publication; that after the public hearing, if the
••. report was favorable, then the Council should proceed with an Ordinance in regard
to same.
The City clerk stated that if the "Notice of Public Hearing" were published on
May 3rd and May 10th, that would allow the 1.5 day period prior to the hearing on
the 29th of May,
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the date of hearing on the im-
provement of the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition to Renton be set
as JL??e 5, 1951. Carried.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the above motion be rescinded and
the -ate of hearing be set as May 29th 1951. Carried.
A communication was read from Mayor Joe R. Baxter, returning Ordinance No. 14.01,
which he has vetoed, stating he had received considerable protests due to the fact
that fishermen, hunters, tourists and Boeing Airplane Company employees would be
inconvenienced as well as cafes and restaurants loosing patronage to which they are
entitled from these people, if this ordinance were put in effect. The Mayor suggested
that Ordinance No. 1401 be rewritten to alleviate these objections, as in his opinion,
it does not take two hours to sweep the streets, nor are the streets swept every
day, also, that further consideration be made of the street sweeping problem and the
operator be consulted before arriving at a schedule.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that proposed Ordinance No. 1401 be re—
ferred back to the Council as a whole for consideration. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Ministerial Association signed by W. H.
Monroe, Chairman of the Social Action Committee.. enclosing a copy of a letter pre—
viously sent to the State Liquor Control Board at Olympia. The previous letter
(dated March 27, 1951) stated that action of the City Council recommended that lic—
enses be issued to those whose applications had been submitted to the State Liquor
Control Board prior to the date of March 6, 1951. The Ministerial Association wished
to go on record as disapproving the Council's action. The Chairman of the Social
Action Committee of the Ministerial Association requested that the enclosed letter
be read before the entire Council at its regular session.
A communication was read from the First Methodist Church, signed by Megan Pricey
Secretary,for the Council' s consideration,,- stating that the Official Board of their
Church wished to go on record as against the issuance of a Liquor License to either
of the two applications in question; stating that these business houses were too
close to children's playfields and public tennis, courts where teen—age dances are
held in the summertime.
Council Swift stated that in his opinion, neither of these two above organiza—
tions were familiar with the licenses that the Council wished to grant, (1) that
one was merely a transfer of a. license that now existed. (2) that the licenses
would be for bottled beverages for off—premise consumption. Councilman Swift
further stated that, owing to the fact that one of the letters submitted was dated
March 27, 1951, he couldn't understand why neither of these organizations had not
contacted the City Council first, in this regard, before contacting the State
Liquor Control Board at Olympia.
Upon the recommendation of Councilman Delaurenti, it was moved by Dullahant, sec—
onded by Hansen, that both interested parties reapply to the State Liquor Control
Board for the issuance of a license. Carryed.
As this was the date set for the opening of the bids for the proposed Garbage
Contract, the following bids were read:
Renton Disposal Company (James Gotti) o 592753.00 (4)
Nello Pistoresi & Son (hello Pistoresi). . . . . 65,720.00 (5)
Tino Cugini & Joe Zanga d/d/a Cugini & Zanga . . 57,450.00 (3)
Frank Jeray d/d/a Bryn Mawr Garbage Disposal Co. 56,895.00 (2)
Seattle Disposal Company (Josie Razore &
Alfonso M. Marcells). . . . . . . . . . . .. . 542950.00 (1)
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the bids be referred to the City
Engineer, City Attorney, Sanitation and Ordinance Ccmmittee for a report back.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that the motion he amended to include the
entire Council as a whole. The amendment carried. The original motion than
Carried.
The City IJngineer informed the Council (confirmed by the Budget Controller ) that
the Budget Controller had the figures for the past three month Period on garbage
collection complete at this time.
Mr. Delaurenti, President of the Council requested that the time and date of
Thursday, May 3rd at 7.:30 P.M., be set for the proposed meeting to further discuss
the Garbage Contract and requested that the City Engineer, City Attorney, Sanita—
tion and Ordinance Committee and council as a whole be present at this meeting.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by lamborini, that the City Engineer and/or Budget
Controller contact the Hous'ng Authority to get their corresponding figures for
garbage disposal costs in the Renton Highlands Addition to Renton, including the
Federal Government costs, for comparison purposes. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was called
to order by Mayor .Toe R. Baxter. ROLL CALL: All Councilmen present:
The City Clerk read a communication from Fenton S. Jacobs, Brigadier General, U.S.A.,
Community Project Officer, ring County, Washington, stating that Saturday, May 19,
1951, has been designated as Armed Forces Day across the nation, that the slogan
.� for this year's event will. be DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM; that King County will contri—
bute to the overall observance of the day. Committees, under Major General W.R.
Carroll are formulating a program for the City of Seattle, with plans calling for a
parade, dance, several open houses at military installations, exhibits, and guest
appearances of General J. Lawton Collins. They invite Penton to join with Seattle
in Armed Forces Day festivities, stating local exhibits in libraries, schools,
museums and store windows would add to the success of the celebration; flying of
stars and stripes wherever possible during the day also, and request the cooperation
of Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the mayor declare May 19th as ARMED
FORCES DAY by proclamation.
Councilman Swift stated, in his opinion, service organizations and lodges should
be contacted in regard to entering drill teams in the parade. The motion carried.
A communication was read from Fric Anderson, President of the Puget Sound Flood
Control Council stating that at the last session of the State Legislature, the sum
of one million, two hundred fifty thousand dollars was cut off the appropriation
for flood control and maintenance; that almost a million dollars was turned back to
the general fluid by the Puget Sound Flood Control Council; that the department was
not asked or told about the cut and he has been informed from department officials,
they would have preferred to have it cut from other appropriations of their depart—
ment; that there are 26 counties using this fund. That in case there is another
special session of the legislature, the Cities should instruct their legislators in
,�. all the facts of flood control and to-see that the money is put back into that fund.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred to
the Legislative Committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee presented Resolution No. 810 adopting Daylight Saving Time,
during the summer of 1951 for the City of Renton. That accordingly., Pacific Standard
Time shall be advanced one (1) hour, effective and commencing at 2:00 A.M., on the
last Sunday in April (April 29, 1951) , and continuing to be and terminating at
2:00 A.M., on the last Sunday in September, 1951. (September 30, 1951.)
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council adopt Resolution No.
81.0 as written. Carried.
The Street and Alley Committee reported that their committee, after careful inves—
tigation wished to recommend that the parking zone in front of Williams & Swa.nson's
Parts Department on Burnett Street, between the two doors on the west side of their
building, be made a "loading zone" instead of a 15 minute parking zone as requested.
The Committee further requested that the Engineering Department establish the
correct location from a known reference and the Ordinance be corrected to conform
to the change.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti reported that the Police & License Committee and Chief of
Police had granted permission for renewal of their license to "Leets Ice Cream
Company."
Councilman Delaurenti, President of the Council, stated that he had not had an
opportunity to hold a meeting with the Council as a whole in- regard to the lighting
in the rear of the Argano Apartments and the Rainier Theater, but will discuss
this matter when the Council meets on Thursday evening.
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Mayor Baxter granted the Ordinance Committee more time on the request of Council—
man Richardson, on the matter that his committee had discussed this evening with
the Planning Commission, until the Committee had an opportunity to talk with the
Gladding McBean Company representatives.
In regard to the Seaman Pulvi—Mixer, the Ways & Means Committee and City Engineer
recommend that the rental charge for same be charged to the Shop FVnd and as it is
to be used by the Street Department, rental charge would be transferred from the
Street Fund to the Shop Fund..
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Ways and Means Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that Main Street from Lith Avenue, south to the City
limits should have parking regulations on the east side of the street.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Police Department Traffic Div—
ision check the area on the east side of Main Street from lith Avenue to the south
"ity limits and report back. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that numerous bills had passed the last State Legislature
that pertained to Municipal Government and suggested that the Council as a whole
meet with the Legislative Committee, City Engineer and Mayor to openly and thorough—
ly discuss these bills as they pertain to Renton; that the City might get some en—
lightenment from such a discussion.
Mayor Baxter informed the Council that the Association of Valley Cities will meet
in the Council Chambers, Wednesday P-lay 2, 19111 at 8:00 o'clock P.M., and that
there would Probably be a discussion on recent legislation effecting cities.
Councilman Davidson discussed the problem of dust on different streets in Renton,
and was informed by the City Engineer that the City expected to have the new street
sweeper in operation soon.
Councilman Richardson stated that the Street & Alley Committee had planned an
extensive street improvement program and when new equipment is received, they will
be able to improve these streets in question.
Mayor Baxter stated that he expected good results from this proposed program.
Mayor Baxter further stated that Gladding McBean representatives had informed him
that they were taking care of the problem that has recently been brought to their
attention in regard to dust.
Councilman Hagen, Chairman of the Legislative Committee stated that he had re—
ceived 64 Legislative Bulletin, which he had left on file in the City Clerk's
office and that he had requested more copies for distribution.
The City Clerk informed the Council that according to information in the Legis—
lative Bulletin recently, any City withdrawing from the Statewide City Employees
Retirement System would not be eligible to join the Federal Old Age Assistant
program.
Councilman Hagen stated that the Statewide City Employees Retirement Board will
hold a meeting on May lith at Tacoma and. he will endeavor to get Mr. Sampson, the
University of Washington representative from the Association of Washington cities
to attend this meeting; he further stated he would invite the President of the
Employees Club of the City of Renton to attend.
The City Clerk informed Mayor Baxter that cities could not withdraw from the
present Statewide System before an election is held; that the City would be re—
quired to guarantee all persons now receiving pension, these pensions for life.
Councilman Hagen stated, in his opinion, that at the proposed meeting of the
Statewide City Employees Retirement Board, that he anticipated open and thorough
discussions as some of the Directors are from cities that would also like to with—
draw.from this system.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that the problem is not so much one of with—
drawal, but the danger is, during the two year interval between election and the
date of effective withdrawal, the State Officiala may enter an agreement with the
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Federal Government to cover employees not yet covered under the Statewide Wystem
and if such an agreement were made during the two year period, then the City Employ-
ees would be barred from coverage under the Federal System and at the same time they
would be withdrawing from the State System.
Councilman Reid stated that the intersection at 2nd and Williams was very danger-
our for pedestrians and that the matter of a traffic light at this intersection should
be investigated. That there is a control that could be used with such a light close
to this intersection.
The City Engineer informed the Council that the State Highway Department should be
contacted before such a traffic light is installed on a State Highway, even though
it is inside the City limits.
Mayor Baxter suggested that the Council declare this intersection an emergency and
have said light installed.
Councilman Swift stated that in his opinion other traffic lights are needed and
that a plan should be considered to install lights wherever needed, even if it re-
quired a Bond Issue to finance same.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Richardson, in regard to the Maple Valley
cut-off, that the State Patrol had offered to remove the building at this inter-
section, although this had not been done, but that the City would probably have to
provide the funds for same.
Councilman Richardson stated that if the Light & Power Committee would present a
proposed plan for lighting, along with other needs of the City, including a plan on
traffic signals within the City, the City could arrange for a vote on a Bond issue
for same. Councilman Reid stated that the City Engineer has a map showing lights and
traffic lights that are needed in Renton to be installed as soon as possible and
that in his opinion it is unnecessary at the present time to depend on a Bond Issue
for financing of same.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the matter of additional traffic lights
in the City of Renton be referred to the Power & Light Committee, City Engineer and
Traffic Division of the Police Department, to work out a program to determine where
the lights should go and work out a definite plan to tie in with the State Highway
Department. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the southeast portion of Renton was without a
playfield, that there were playfields in nearly every other section of Renton; that
the children in this area needed a playfield and he knew of certain property that
could be purchased and he would give this information to a committee to investigate
said property.
Moved by Delaurenta_, seconded by Bruce, that this matter be referred to the Property
Committee, City Engineer and Park Board to investigate and report back. Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that he had attended a meeting at Maplewood
last Wednesday in regard to Improvement of their streets and they had pledged
voluntary subscription to the oiling of said streets 100% - that petitions were being
received every day.
Also, the City Engineer informed the Council that he has arranged a meeting with
Mr. Jack Taylor, State Land Commissioner, for lednesday, April 25, 1951 to further
arrange a meeting with City, State and County Officials; that he would inform the
City on the time and date set for the proposed meeting so he could notify the
Council members and City Officials to be present.
The City Engineer further stated he had attended a meeting with Mr. Stockman,
„om Senior Engineer of the State Health Department in regard to over-all expansion of
water, sewers, etc., systems of the City of Renton. That the matter of extending
the six inch water main to service particularly "The Seattle Boiler Works" on
Commercial Waterway District No. 2 property, on the east side of Cedar River near
the Boeing Airplane Company Renton Plant, would be an improvement to the City of
Renton, and in his opinion, would also be good business for the City of Renton to
install the water main, provided the City of Renton acquire ownership of the water
main and the Commercial Waterway District #2 property the main is laid on, either
by easement or dedication of the property.
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On the basis of acquiring the property for the City of Renton, it was moved by
Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the City Engineer and the matter be referred to the Fire & Water Committee, City
Engineer and City Attorney with power to act. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
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April 26, 1951
A special meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M., April 26, 1951.
Councilmen present were as follows: DELAUIZENTI, RICHARDSON, TANBORINI, SWIFT, HAGEN,
FREYMAN, BRUCE, HANSEN, DULLAHANT AND REID. COUNCILMAN DIVIDSON BEING ABSENT DUE
TO SICKNESS — 0OUNCILMAN TRIMM ABSENT DUE TO PREVIOUS ARRANGEMENTS.
The meeting was called for the purpose of discussing the annexation to the City of
Renton a certain tract to be later outlined.
Members of the Planning Commission present were as follows: C. G. Myers, SECRETARY
MEMBERS MAX CLARK, JAMES DENIER, JAMES HIGHTON AND MIKE LOTTO.
The petition of Mr. Albert Balch, owner of the area to be annexed described as
follows:
The south one—half of the northwest one—quarter of the
southeast one—quarter of section 9, township 23 north,
Range 5 East, W.M4
was presented by 11r. Henry Reynolds.. Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce.
Mr. Reynolds explained in detail, that Mr. Balch was a Community Builder Realtor,
and had sponsored and successfully promoted the development of different areas
contiguous to the City of Seattle, the following areas: VIEW RIDGE — WEDGWOOD;
PARKWOOD — WEDGWOOD PARK; WEDGWOOD ROCK — PARK LANE; PARK AVENUE — PARK TAW; PARK
MAYFAIR — JUANITA and stated that in his opinion the realtor promoter could, and
would, if given council and community cooperation, successfuly promote a new area
for development contiguous to Renton, which would be a distinct asset to the City.
The area to be annexed is approximately 20 acres and would be improved by the
building of approximately 100 homes; to have an actual sale valuation of from
$7000.00 to $10,000.00 per unit. Mr. Reynolds further stated that the City of Renton
was seriously in need of a development of this type and recommended that the Council
and Planning Commission cooperate to the fullest extent in securing said development.
The Secretary of the Planning Commission stated that some of the members present had
contacted other members on the proposed annexation and that the Planning Commission
was in favor of the development.
Mr. Haugan, the City Attorney stated that he would give his full cooperation in
assisting council to have the annexation made under the requirements of the law as
speedily as possible.
Mr. Albert Balch assured the Planning Commission and the Council, that if, and when,
the annexation was completed and the improvements started, that the Development
Company would improve the streets of the proposed area by blacktopping same and
would install water and sewer mains for the use of residents of the area; expenses
of said improvements to be borne by the Development Company, with no expense to the
City for said improvements.
This a rran-ement was approved by representatives of the Planning Commission and
Council members present.
The Planning Commission recommended that the City be given easements on streets and
alleys that might be required for municipal services to the residents of the area.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council approve the recommendation of
the Planning Commission — on the question Mr. Balch stated that said agreement was
fair and he approved of same. The motion carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that a notice of hearing on the application
for the annexation of the area in question be published Ma.y 31 1951, and the date
of hearing set for May g, 1951. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Ordinance Co-mdttee and the City
Attorney present an ordinance authorizing the annexation at the next regular
Council meeting. Carried.
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Mr. Johnson of the King County Planning Commission and an associate of Mr. Albert
Balch, of the Community Builder Realtor, stated that in his opinion, there should,
and would be other areas improved contiguous to the City of Renton and that more
annexations similar to the one being considered was the answer to the housing pro-
blem in the City of Renton, in order that proper personnel and manpower could be
provided for factories and industries which should in the very near future be built
and operated in the City of itenton.
Moved by Richardson.. seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 o' clock P.M.
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Mayor
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Renton, Washington
May 1, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: TAMBORINI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRI101, REID,
DAVIDSON AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PFESENT WERE: Gerard Shel.lan, Assistant City
Attorney; Vincent Stewart, Ghie£ of Police, Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook,
City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene
Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Ma.nag^r, and Dave Pugh, Budget
Director.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Clerk correct the typo—
graphical error in the minutes of April 24th of the effective and commencing and
terminating time of daylight saving time in Resolution No. 810 to read "commencing
at 2:00 otcicck A.M., on the last Sunday in April (April 29, 1951) , and continuing
to be and terminating at 2:00 o'clock A.M., on the last Sunday in Sentember, 1951,
to—wit: September 30, 1951". Also, that Councilman Hagen be marked present at the
special meeting of April 263, 1951, and that the minutes be approved as corrected.
Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBTTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
N_O_t__ AMOUNT NAME ADDP—q`_SS TYPE OF WORK
2580 400.00 Chris Bevan 308 Burnett St. install foundation
1 1,000.00 Mrs. Bessie Robinson 417 4ells St. remodel house
2 35.00 Thea Wolford 2120 8th Ave. No. erect fence
3 70,000.00 Oehm Kirkman Ist No. & Park erect apartment
4 50.00 Joe A. Klepach 515 Morris St. install walk & steps
5 75.00 Griff Jones 226 train install light fixtures
6 25.00 Joe Bartunek 12438 S.E. 141st erect fence
7 400.00 C.A. Heilman 639 H. St, erect garage
8 400.00 Val Donati 504 Tobin remodel garage
9 10.00 W. Hoffman 435 Park Ave replace steps
90 100.00 Lacey Allen 1013 "I" St. wire for range
1 — — First Presbyterian 107 Main St. misc. plumbing
2 75.00 Phillip Rupprecht 820 C.Street erect fence
3 200.00 J.F. Fliseck 1101 Bronson walk—in box
4 — — Seeley Ellison 88 Burnett St. install furnace
5 150.00 Herman Covey Airport test station wire for market
6 700.00 Irv. Chapman 1316 Bronson Way wire for launderall
7 325.00 C.M. McDaniel Langston Rd. wire new house
8 400.00 Melville & Olson 421 Airport Way erect building
9 100.00 Eugenia T. Favro 405 Renton Ave level house
2600 100.00 Ralph C. Patek 2017 9th Ave. No, erect fence
1 50.00 W.M. Lemenager 2504 9th Ave. No. erect fence
2 60.00 Harry Cadwell 330 Smithers enclose front porch
3 2,500.00 Mrs, Thomas 516 Wells St. addition on home
4 100.00 Ivan J. Lewis 2210 8th Ave. No. erect fence
5 100.00 E. J. Souder 2214 9th Place install driveway
6 35.00 Frank Tobacco 90 Williams St, erect fence
7 500.00 Mrs. Bevans 316 Smithers St* change partitions
8 100.00 Joe Monti 425 Cedar St. repair roof
9 70.00 V.D. Church 807 C. Street erect fence
10 — — George Butko 8809 140th S. install plumbing
1 100.00 Glen R. Adams 808 D. St. erect fence
A communication was read from George Dobson, Chairman of the Airport Board, stating
.� that at their. April 30, meeting, a motion to request from the Mayor and Council,
the availability of one passenger vehicle for the exclusive use of the Airport
personnel for airport business.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Property Committee confer with the
Airport Board and report back. Carried.
A request for approval to install a "shuffleboard" in the Central Tavern, signed
by James D. Rosa was read.
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Moved by Swift, seconded by r eyman, that this request be referred to the Police
& License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
An unsigned communication was read requesting that J. Mathewson be asked to remove
his fence; that those on 9th Street are not allowed to have a fence and that Blunck
doesn't have one.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication filed.
A communication was read from Bert Lobberegt, Jr., stating that in the interest of
the Renton youth, he had built and operated Rollerland for five years; that he is
endeavoring to keep their skating pavilion an organized, supervised recreation area ..w
for children to participate in where no rowdyism exists or alchohol is allowed and
they would like to have Renton recognize Rollerland as such a play area. That orig—
inally Rollerland was allowed to be built by the War Production Board because Renton
needed such a facility.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that this communication be referred to the
Park Superintendent to be thoroughly discussed with the Public Relations Committee
and report back to the Council their recommendation. Carried.
A communication was read from R. H. Petermeyer, Commander, Fred Hancock Post No. 19,
American Legion, to the City Engineer, requesting that a short strip of property
on the south side of their building, deeded to the American Legion by Mr. & Mrs.
Zeb Shearer, pioneers of Renton, be designated as "Shearer Lane".
Councilman Tamborini stated that this strip of land between the American Legion Hall
and the Church just south of the American Legion Hall, had been offered to the City
of Renton, who had not accepted same, and that the American Legion had accepted the
property, and that the City of Renton has a trunk sewer line on this property at the
present time and out of courtesy the American Legion would like this strip of land
designated as "Shearer Lane" in honor of these pioneers.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Richardson, that the City Engineer be instructed to
name this strip of land, "Shearer's Lane".
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The City Engineer stated that this was not public property, and in his opinion it
would not be the right of the City of Renton to name this strip of property.
After this explanation by the City Engineer, Councilman Dullahant, with the consent
of his second, withdrew his motion.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the communication be referred to the Property
Committee and City Attorney to confer with the American Legion and report back.
Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Ministerial Association, signed by W. H.
Monroe, Chairman of the Social Action Committee, stating that at a special meeting
of their association, a letter of appreciation was ordered to be sent to the City
Council extending their appreciation for action taken at the March 6th Council meet—
ing regarding application-of the Steel Act of 1934- Mayor Baxter ordered the
communication filed.
The City Clerk read a proposed ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1236 as presented by
the Ordinance Committee.
Councilman Richardson stated that in his opinion the proposed ordinance should be
revised and corrected before further Council consideration.
After considerable discussion on the taxi zone allocated at Main Street; on the west
side between 2nd Avenue and Walla Walla Street, it was moved by Richardson,
seconded by H ansen, that the proposed Ordinance be referred back to the Ordinance
Committee, City Attorney and City Engineer for Correction and revision and to be
presented to the Council at a later date.
Councilman Tamborini suggested that the Ordinance Committee consider the clause in
the present taxicab ordinance whereby cabs are not allowed to park on 3rd Avenue,
unless loading or unloading passengers,
Upon request for information, the Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that the
Mayor must veto an Ordinance or Resolution within S days after its passage by the
Council, but there is no stated time wherein the Council must answer either by sub—
mitting a corrected or amended ordinance or by notifying the Mayor of further action
re same.
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Councilman Richardson stated that actiari should be taken by the Council as a whole
regarding the proposed Ordinance, before the street sweeper is received, as the
proposed ordinance was for the purpose of prohibiting parking on certain streets at
said hours, to enable the street sweeper to sweep said streets and that at the May 3rd
meeting on the proposed Garbage Contract (at 7:30 P.M.,) the Council may be able to
discuss the proposed ordinance.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the subject of a change in the proposed
ordinance in regard to parking cars on the streets between 3 and 5 A.M.39 be dis-
cussed at the special meeting on May 3rd, in the Council Chambers.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had several requests in regards to the alley in Block 17,
in the Renton Highlands, that some of the property owners had requested that this
alley be declared open to allow them to use same for transporting of top soil and
other improverents to the backs of their property so they dont have to haul this
material through their property by wheelbarrow. That he felt, that as these had been
alleys dedicated by the Government in these different blocks at the time the people
purchased their property, that in his opinion, the property owners living on this
alley should be allowed an opportunity to use s ame and that the alleys should be
declared open;. that he had signs painted and put up to notify abutting property
owners of the action taken by the Council., and that said alley had been declared
UNOPENED by the City Council and people entered and used same at their own risk,
that since this time some of the property owners, adjoining the alley had requested
that they be allowed to use the alley and he felt they should be allowed to use
same at their own risk. The Mayor further stated, in his opinion, that if said-
property
aidproperty owners desired to use the alley they should be allowed to use same at their
own risk, that the City should forbid any obstacle to be placed in the alley that
would tend to hinder the use of same.
Mr. Riggs from the audience, being a property owner on the alley, stated that in
his opinion this alley should be available to use as it was easier for them to get
to the backs of their property to improve same by bringing fill dirt in through
the alley; that this alley was in when they bought the property and they would like
to be able to drive through again, even if just to haul dirt or other materials for
improvement.
Mayor Baxter stated that originally the signs were installed on the alley to let
r.. the people living on the alley know the wishes of the Council and that additional
information could be added to the sign, "travel or use the alley at your own risk",
if it were declared open.
Mayor Baxter further stated that he would like to have this problem cleared up,
once and for all, that removing the sign Noes not solve the problem, that the people
living on the alley should be allowed to use the alley at their own risk.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that it would be possible to use
said alley if same was posted as an UNOPENED ALLEY, USE AT OWN RISK, to protect the
City against any possible claims for damage. That if the alley were declared OPEN
the City would be held liable for any damage claims.
Mayor Baxter asked the Assistant City Attorney if all obstructions in the alley
could be legally removed.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that if the alley was declared
OPEN or PUBLIC obstructions could be removed.
Councilman Trimm stated, in his opinion, the Mayor had the signs installed as this
is still declared an UNOPENED alley, the Mayor could remove the signs.
Mayor Baxter asked if the Council would like to reconsider the matter of opening
the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands, on the basis of letters and petitions re-
ceived requesting that the alley be not closed.
Councilman Reid stated, in his opinion, that the City Clerk should notify all
interested persons that a *petition has been submitted to the Council for the im-
provement of the alley in question and that the Council will hold a. hearing re-
garding same.
Mayor Baxter stated that originally the alley in Block 17, and all other alleys in
the Renton Highlands were outlined and approved by the Mayor's Advisory Committee,
the City Engineer and a representative from the Housing Authority and that these
alleys were established before the lots were sold and that in his opinion, the
people have the right to use the alley if there is no obstruction in the wayv
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Mayor Baxter asked the Council's opinion as to the advisability of removing signs
in the alley, or anyth-4ng else that might be in the way.
Councilman Bruce recommended that the present signs be removed and the people be
notified that the alley is an UNOPENED alley, but that the people may use the same
at their own risk.
Councilman Richardson stated, in his opinion, that this was a matter up to the Mayor,
not the Council.
Councilman Bruce stated that the original sign might be interpreted that the alley
was not to be used and suggested that a sign be posted that said alley is an un- ..rr
improved alley, use at own risk.
Councilman Hagen stated that if a. fence is on the alley, that the fence would be
on City property and should be removed.
Upon the recommendation of Councilman Bruce, it was moved by Swift, seconded by
Hansen, that the alley remain as an UNOPENED ALLEY, that the large signs be re-
moved and that smaller signs be installed, reading UNOPENED ALLEY - USE AT YOUR
OWN RISK.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Richardson, No; Swift, Aye; Bruce, Aye;
Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, No; Reid, Ro; Davidson, Aye;
Tamborini, Aye and Dullahant, Aye. There being 8 Aye's and 3 No's, the motion
carried.
Councilman Swift recommended that post cards be mailed to all property owners on
the alley informing them of the estimated cost of improvement of the alley in,
Block 17, that in his opinion, the people should be sure to get the correct in-
formation.
The City Engineer informed the Council that on an estimate of costs for an L.I.D.,
that they were allowed a. 10% leeway to the final cost, but that in his opinion,
the costs given were very close to what the actual costs would be.
The City Clerk was requested to ask Captain McCarthy of the Traffic Division
of the Police Department to be present at the Street and Alley Committee meet-
ing on Tuesday, May 8, at 7:00 P.M.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Property Committee, stated that he and Council-
men Freyman and Tamborini had investigated the proposed Park property in south
Renton end had discovered that this was the Puget Sound Power and Light Company's
property and that the Northern Pacific spur that they had requested to rebuild,
ran through the center of it, and that in their opinion this property was un-
available; that they had investigated other suitable property in this area and
had discovered property that war surplus was being stored on, that this property
was being used by a Mr. Schnook as a waste material yard.
Councilman Tamborini stated that he would recommend another available area to
the Property Committee, City Engineer and Park Board for their consideration.
Councilman Reid requested more time on the traffic signals at 2nd and Wells and
suggested that his committee should meet with the Street and Alley Committee
(and Traffic Division of the Police Department) at their next meeting on Tuesday
May 8th. (7:00 P.M.)
The City Engineer informed Councilman Tamborini and Mr. Gotti that the City
was making a survey of the cement water caps on meters and that this matter
would take a little more time.
Mr. Gotti stated that sparks from a brush fire near his home had landed on the
roof of his home and caused considerable damage, that Puget Sound Power & Light
Company representatives had informed him, this being their property, had they
been notified, they would have bulldozed the property, piling all tre brush in
a pile, to make it more easily burned; that his Insurance Company had promised to
make good the damage to his home and he hoped he would not have to report back
to the Council to request that the responsibility for the fire be assumed by
the City of Renton as he blamed the parties who requested the permit to burn the
brush rather than the City.
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The Assistant City Attorney stated, in his opinion, the City was not to blame,
if Mr. Gotti says they are not.
6ouncilman Dullahant stated that in his opinion, these parties should not have
taken the liberty to request the Fire Department to burn brush on property that
did not belong to them and that it should be the responsibility of the Fire
Department, before granting a permit, to ascertain if the permit were being granted
to the owners of the property on which brush or refuse was to be burned.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Trimm, that this problem be referred to the Fire & Water
Committee, City Attorney and Fire Chief to investigate with Mr. Gotti and report
back. Carried.
Mr. Gotti asked that the City investigate the road in front of his place as the
road continues to sink in a particular spot in front of his home and in his opinion,
this is not caused from the sewer line.
The City Engineer stated th--:t he would investigate this sinking of the road and
report back.
Councilman Bruce stated that residents on a portion of Renton Avenue and Cedar
Street do not have sufficient water pressure and recommend the Council take steps
to remove this condition.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the problem of better water pressure
to the families on Renton Scenic Hill be referred to the Fire & Water Committee
and City Fngineer to investigate and report back. Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Swift, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance committee were
presented:
C U RENT
PAYROLL ALL DEPARTMENTS $162223.19 1058-1179
CLAIMS CURRENT 4,008.19 9412-9466
WATER
CLAIMS " 2,891.14 8376-8396
CITY STREETS
CLAIMS if 2,555.65 6075-6089
SEWER DISPOSAL
CLAIMS it 536.65 2080-2091
AIRPORT
CLAIM " 1,464.44 1157-1164
LIBRARX
CLAIMS " 2334-2338
PARK
CLAIMS " 524.08 1560-1569
ATHLETIC
CLAIMS " 36.40 584
FIR IIIAN t S PEN,_,,,, FUN
CLAIMS "' 250.00 55-56
CIVILIAN DEFENS,�
CLAIMS " 117.51 16--19
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
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Mayor
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May 8, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mlayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAUR.ENTI) RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRINM,
REID, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI ASID DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PFESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Chief of
Police, Vincent Stewart; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City
Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett; City &,rineer, James Highton; Park Superintendent,
Gene Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack Schneider; Building Inspector, Walt Will 'and
Budget Controller, Dave Pugh.
Councilman Richardson stated that the portion of the minutes of the May 1st meeting
in regard to the signs posted on the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition
to Renton should be corrected. The minutes should read — "That the Mayor had signs
painted and put up to notify abutting property owners of the action taken by the
Council."
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the minutes of the May 1st meeting be
approved as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, advising that he, Willis
Sparrow and Charles Fore will attend the Sewage and Water Works Convention in
Vancouver, B.C., on May 14th through May 19th and also requesting that Mr. Oyler
be consider. d as Acting City Engineer and Mr. Pugh as advisory Actin; Superintendent
of Utilites and Supt. of Streets during his absence.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Swift, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the City Engineer. Carried.
A communication signed by Chief of Police Vincent Stewart and John Girard., King
County Sanitation Department representative, stating that the Chief of Police,
Mr. Girard, Walt Will, Building Inspector and Captain McCarthy of the Police Dept.,
had made an inspection of an unsatisfactory rower condition on the Sunset Boulevard
near 116th, statin, the location of these places where sewage facilities are un—
satisfactory. The men who had made this inspection recommend that immediate steps
be taken to correct the conditions, and further suggested that a sewer line be in—
stalled down 116th-SE., to 7th Avenue North where it could tie on with the High—
lands trunk sewer. This line could also serve 116th Street southeast.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that this communication be referred to the
Sanitation Committee, City Engineer, Chief of Police and King County Health Officer
for their investigation and a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, attaching a proposal
for a comprehensive study of the city water system from Richard E. Wolff, a Civil
Engineer specializing in the design and construction of public water and sewer
systems, and stating that Mr. Wolff agrees to furnish the City of Renton a survey
of the city water system for a fee of ,?3000.00; also that if the City should plan a
definite water system project before October of 1951, the U.S. Government can ad—
vance funds for the engineering work on the proposed project. The City Engineer
further stated that he had investigated the integrity and qualifications of Mr.
Wolff and in his opinion, he and his Associates will furnish the City of Renton
honest and intelligent professional services.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Swift that this proposal did not require
immediate action.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication and proposal be re—
ferred to the Fire and Water Committee, City Engineer and City Attorney for inves—
tigation and a report back. Carried.
A communication, signed by Lon Tackett, Chairman and Nando Phillips, and G.W.G.
a.rtzell, members of the Park Board and Gene L. Coulon, Director of the Renton Rec—
reation Council was read, recommending that the Renton Park Department and Re—
creation Council be permitted to lease the Lions Club bus, for the sum of $1.00
as they have for the past two years, and operate same in conjunction with recrea—
tional activities. Said lease is made possible by licensing and insuring the bus
under the Cita fleet rates.
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Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recomm-
endation of the Park Board. Carried.
A communication was read from Metcalf and Harstad Associates, Consulting Engineers,
signed by James I. Metcalf re: Electric Acquisition Expense. They state that they
have accumulated a total of $554.43 for time and expense directly applicable to
the preparation of condemnation proceedings against the Puget Sound Power and Light
Company properties in the four cities and giving an estimate of the expense, based
on the standard recommendations of the American Society of Civil Engineers as follows:
Renton . . . . $275.00
Kent . . . . 125.00
Enumclaw . . . . 75.00
Sumner . . . . 75.00
X550.00
They further stated that it will be acceptable on their part if any City prefers to
keep this an open account vending the establishment of an "Electric Acquisition Ex-
pense Fund.." A statement in the amount of x$''275.00 for engineering services was
attached and an outline for their basis for estimating preliminary Engineering costs
on direct gime and expense scale.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred to the
Light and Power Committee and City Attorney to check into this statement and report
back. Carried.
A communication from the Fred Hancock Post #19 American Legion was read, signed by
Commander Raymond Petermeyer, requesting permission to use Liberty Park for 4th of
July celebrations; they request permission also to have childrens rides in the park.
They further request Police Department cooperation in keeping Logan Street in front
of the Stadium clear as they are planning to use the High School Stadium for a night
show and fireworks on the 4th of July.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the communication be referred to
the Park Board, Property Co,:vnittee and Police Department with power to act. Carried.
A copy of a communication to the Washington State Liquor Control Board, signed by
Dr. F. Arthur Kay, First Councilor, R. N. Jardine, Bishop and Paul T. Burdett,
Second Councilor of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, stating that
they formally protested the granting of a license to sell liquor to the establish-
meat known as the Renton City Club, located at 214 3rd Avenue, between Shattuck
Street an(! the 3rd Avenue and Rainier intersection, in the City of Renton, based on
the fact that the premises of the establishment are less than 200 feet from their
church and the proximity of their cl�urch to an open bar room would be distasteful and
obnoxious to their membership and an offense to their church organization.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Reid, that the communication be referred to the Mayor
with Power to Act. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had returned their application with attachments of
copies of similar letters from organizations and residents living nearby; that he
had not approved or disapproved the application but had left the decision up to the
Washington State Liquor Control Board.
A communication was read from the Fire Department Civil Service Commission, signed
by George G. Pasco, President, certifying Karl B. Strom, next available man on the
Fire Department eligible list, for appointment to fill the vacancy in the Renton
Fire Department by reason of Claren-.e L. Punstine having been called to acting duty
with the United States Air Service.
A communication was read from I.,layor Joe R. Baxter to George G. Pasco, President of
..� the Fire Department Civil Service Commission appointing Karl B. Strom to the
temporary appointment as fireman, effective May 16, 1951.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the appoint-
ment of the Mayor on condition that Clarence Bunstine would retain his present
seniority plus accumulated time, while in the Se,-vice, credited to his present
seniority time. Carried.
This being the night set for- the hearing on the annexation of certain property
adjacent to the Highlands, the proper notices having been published and posted, as
requdred by Ordinance and State law, the City Clerk read the notice of Public Fearing.
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There being no written or oral protests, the Ordinance Committee presented pro-
posed Ordinance No. 1103.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance Yo. 1 403, annexing certain territory
(approximately 20 acres) east of Renton Highlands and North of Greenwood Cemetery.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that proposed Ordinance No. 11+03 be re-
ferred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried,,
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on the proposed Ordinance and recom-
mended its passage.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded-by Freyman, that the Council accept the recommends.-
tion of the Ordinance -Committee and the proposed Ordinance be placed on its second
and final r ending. Carried.
The City Attorney informed the Council that they could legally have the second and
final reading and pass the Ordinance at the present Council meeting.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Bruce, seconded by`Hansen,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1403 be approved as read.
A roll call vote being taken and all Councilmen voting aye, the motion unanimously
carried.
Upon the request of Councilman Richardson, the City Attorney informed the Council
that according to State Law the expense of Notice of Public Hearing and posting
thereof should be charged to the petitioners for annexation, but that the City
would be required to pay for the publication of the ordinance.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommenda-
tion of the City Attorney.. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 811 as presented by the Ordinance Com-
mittee, that those restrictions imposed by State law against proximity to churches
and schools shall, as City Policy, be deemed also applicable against proximity
to parks, playfields and playgrounds, with respect to licensing of taverns, cock-
tail bars and similar establishments for sale of beer, wine or liquor by the glass
or open bottle for consumption on the premises. No restrictions shall be imposed,
as City Policy, against proximity to parks, pla;Tfields, playgrounds and recrea-
tional areas, with respect to licensing for sale or beer or wine in packaged form
for consumption off the premises, such as sales in packaged form by retail stores.
That a copy of this Resolution establishing said policy shall be forwarded to the
State Liquor Control Board..
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that Resolution No. $11 be adopted as
read. Carried.
The Property Committee reported with regard to the Airport Board's request for a
car for Airport use, the Committee having been informed that there was no car
available, recommended that the Airport Manager use his own car and take the ex-
pense for same out of the Airport Fund, until such time as they can make an
allowance for a car in the next years budget. The City Attorney, a member of the
committee to which the matter was referred, stated he concurred in the recommen-
dation of the Property Committee.
The City Engineer informed the Council that the car, formerly used by the Super-
intendent of Utilities was in constant use now by the dater Department.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recomm-
endation of the Property Committee and City A ttorne, and the Airport Manager be
allowed the expense for his car, on Airport business, until such time as such
an allo;�nce can be made in the next years budget to care for this problem.
The Property Committee reported that in regard to the strip of property between
the American Legion Hall and the Church just south of the Hall, that the American
Legion wants to name SHEARER LATE, that as this property belongs to the American
Legion it is their opinion that they be allowed to name the property as they wish,
and the City Engineer be instructed to change maps and charts at the time the
American Legion had decided on a name for this area.
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The Property Committee reported that the City Engineer and Building Inspector had
worked out an estimate on repairs to the "C" Building at Mothers Park to put
in satisfactory condition for the needs of the United States Department of Agricul—
ture and found the cost to eb $8500.00. Councilman Bruce stated that the Agricul—
tural Department would pay 4200.00 per month and would lease the building by the
year. The Property Committee reported they were not prepared to make their re—
corLmendation until they were able to secure more information.
Mr. Henry Reynolds, "Iecretary of the Chamber of Commerce stated that the Agriculture
Department representatives had contacted his office and had informed him that the
Government allows for yearly leases with 5 year options, that they have always
needed such a building and that they plan to combine their operations with different
Farm Groups. It is the opinion of the Agriculture Department that this would be
a good central location for these offices.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyma.n, that this matter be left in the Property
Committee until such time as figures are prepared, and it has been determined what
revenue the City will derive from the transaction, and the Property Committee has
their recommendation ready. Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that he was working on the proposed sidewalks
and curbs on the south side of 3rd Avenue between Shattuch Street and Rainier
Avenue and that the improvement of 2nd Avenue and the proposed Garbage Contract and
Earltngton sewage problem required a great deal of attention at the present time.
Councilman Swift recommended that a letter of congratulations be fortrarded to
the newly elected Mayor of Kirkland, from the Mayor of Renton.
Councilman Hansen requested more time for the Public Relations Committee to meet
with Mr. Bert Lobberegt, Jr., of Rollerla.nd.
The Park 3'aperintendent stated he had contacted Mr. Lobberegt of Rollerland and
inquired as to whether he had any suggestions as far as recreation is concerned and
had made an agreement to meet with Mr. Lobberegt and his Publicity Conm3.ttee.
Mr. Lon Tackett, Chairman of the Park Board, requested that he be permitted to
meet with the Council as a whole immediately following adjournment of-the present
Council meeting.
A gentleman from the Highlands stated that he would like action to prevent busses
and cars speeding on E Street, in the Highlands and recommended that a 15 mile per
hour sign be posted.
Moved by Tamborini, s econded by Reid, that this matter be r eferred to. the Police
and License Co-ni.ttee, Chief. of Police. and City Engineer for investigation and
with power to act. Carried.
Moved by Tambori.ni, seconded by Reid, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
May 15, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN.. HAGEN, TRIM,
REID, DAVIDSON, DULLAHANT AND TAMBORINI.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan, Assist-
and City Attorney, Gerard Shella.n, Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police, F„ E. Lawrence,
Fire Chief, City Clerk, Wiley Crook; City Treasurer, Dorothea Gossett, Park Super-
intendent, Gene Coulon; Airport Manager, Jack Schneider; Building Inspector, Walt
Will and Budget Controller, Dave Pugh.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that the minutes of the meeting; of May 159
1951, be approved as corrected. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PEi�nrrTTS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO, ANDUNT NAM ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2612 700.00 Mary McCormick 904 N.Cedar River Rd. Remodel home
3 100.00 Robert Pringle 117 Logan St. demolish garage
4 100.00 Robert Laird 12468 SE 141st erect fence
7 40.00 Joe Finn 821 D Street erect fence
8 100.00 Jack Brattus 323 Pelly St. roof house
9 100.00 Vern Morris 404 S. Main remodel porch
20 - Hank Pederson 115 Park Ave. install plumbing
1 600.00 Ervin E. Yoder 715 A. St, erect garage
2 100.00 Ralph Eldridge 419 N. Williams wire for range
3 1000.00 D. E. Sullivan 631 E. Street remodel house
4 - John Julian 340 Sunset Highway install septic tank
5 - Ben Jones 5th & Main install plumbing
6 200.00 Emil Rantapaa 2511 7th Place erect retaining wall
7 - A.L. Angwin 316 N. Burnett St. demolish shed
8 100.00 Glen W. Score 2228 9th Ave. N. add' . wiring
9 600.00 Chris Bevan 314 Saithers elec. & plumbing work
30 100.00 Thomas Overton 328 Burnett erect tool house
1 100.00 Pac. Auto Supply 125 Mill St. elec. service
2 25.00 Jennie Driscoll 109 Logan demolish building
3 400.00 Jobus Lilley 538 Whitworth remodel house
5 - John Weber 1504 3rd Ave. N. install plumbing
6 700.00 Ben Lindgren 605-607 Shattuck remodel houses
7 - Ben Lindgren 129 N. Wells St. move house
8 100.00 James Taylor 211 Meadow elec. service
9 1L,000.00 C. E. Shane K-14 Cedar River Pk. erect multiple unit
dwelling.
Councilman Swift inquired if the proposed 4th of July celebrations at the stadium
would be too close to the Airport.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the proposed celebration would not be sponsored by
the American Legion and that unless some other organization offered to sponsor a
celebration there would probably be none.
Councilman Richardson stated that he would like to set the date of Tuesday, May 22,
at 7:00 o'clock P.M., for the meeting of the Ordinance Committee, Mayor and City
Engineers in regard to the Ordinance on prohibiting parking for the operation of
the street sweeper.
A co=wmications signed by R. W. Kerslake, State Aid Engineer for D.D. Forgey,
District Engineer, Department of Highways, Office of the District Engineer was read,
informing the Mayor of the urgent need for iron and steel scrap as advised by the
National Production Authority; that they do not plan to conduct a campaign for scrap
collection in the homes throughout the Nation, but are endeavoring to flush out the
deposits of heavy scrap which can be placed in normal channels.
Since the City has no scrap iron, the Mayor ordered the communication filed.
A communication was read from the Association of Washington Cities requesting that
the names of two official voting delegates be certified to represent the City of
Renton at the Annual Statewide Convention of the Association of Washington Cities.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that Mayor Baxter and Councilman Delaurenti,
President of the Council be certified to represent the City of Renton at this Conven-
tion. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that Councilman Reid be appointed first
alternate and Councilman Freyman second alternate to represent the City of Renton at
this convention. Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the Communication regarding the improve-
ment of the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands be held until May 29, the date of the
hearing on same. Carried.
A communication was read from E. F. Eldridge, Director and Chief Examiner of the Wash-
ington State Pollution Control Commission, Olympia, Washington stating that the
operation of a municipal sewage treatment plant at its highest efficiency is a year-
round necessity if the investment made by citizens in providing the facility and the
protection of the receiving body of water is to be fully realized; that there seems
to be a tendency in a few cases to by-pass the treatment plant, that the plant is
there for the purpose of continuously treating sewage and all other means of meeting
certain situations should be made before resorting to by-passing the sewage around
the plant. They further state that a trained and experienced operator, of a sewage dis-
posal plant, should if possible, be kept on the job.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that this communication be referred to the City
Engineer and Superintendent of Utilities and that a copy of this communication be
posted at the Disposal Plant, Carried.
A communication was read from George G. Pasco, President of the Civil Service Comm-
issLon recommending that the title of rating of Detective Sergeant be given to
William E. Frazee, as requested by Chief of Police Stewart.
The Chief explained that detectives in Seattle, with similar positions were given this
rating and it would not mean a change in salary. The City, Clerk informed the Council
that in his opinion the State Auditor would consider this just a change in title.
At the request of Councilman Delaurenti, the City Attorney informed the Council that
this Officer would hold the sergeants rating and would draw the Identification Bureau
rating pay.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Dullahant, seconded by Hansen, that the
request of the Police Chief be granted. Carried.
The Mayor declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter,
ROLL CALL: ALL COUNCILNM PFESENT.
The City Clerk informed the Council that the Insurance Policies that were listed
in the report covered insurance for the entire City of Renton, both liability and
property, that the two companies acted as agents and Insurance Premiums were dis-
tributed equitably among qualified Insurance Companies operating in the City of Renton;
that the insurance Renton has is deemed adequate by the City of Renton.
The Airport Manager informed Councilman Swift that the Airport Insurance Schedule
expires one year from this date, that insurance on the revetment buildings had been
cancelled on the date of condemnation.
The City Clerk read a letter from the Soil Conservation Bureau of the U.S. Depart-
ment of Agriculture which stated that they would lease the building for not less
than $100.00 per month with a renewal option for five years. That the contract can be
cancelled on 30 days notice. That the only reasons why the Government would exercise
the 30 da cancellation clause were (1) inadequate space, (2) no further need for
spece, (3f space has become too great for their needs and (4) Government ordered to
change location. A sample form of a Government Lease to cover such a transaction was
attached.
Councilman Bruce explained that the "C" Building in question had no valuation at the
present time, that should it be remodeled at a cost to the City of $8500.00, in his
opinion, it would be valued at $12,000,00.
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Councilman Dullahant stated, in his opinion, it was customary for the leasee to
pay for alterations to a building.
The City Attorney informed the Council that the Government would have the right to
cancel their lease on 30 days notice or to renew from year to year for five years.
Mayor Baxter stated that he understood that the City of Kent is tryirNg to secure
these two agriculature departments and would agree to erect a buildin;; for this
purpose. That the Agriculture Department is endeavoring to consolidate the two
organizations and anticipate renting this building by the month. Councilman Bruce
stated he felt it would bring agricultural people into Renton. Councilman Swift
stated he had seen 8 or 10 Government cars, but no privately owned cars parked in
front of the building near the Airport, now being used by the Government in this
operation, and that in his opinion, it would require five years occupancy for the
City of Renton to get the initial investment for repairs and rebuilding back.
Councilman Bruce informed the Council the reason his committee brought the matter
before the Council was that there was a question as to the security for this type
of investment and that the Committee did not know whether to recommend that this
work and building repair be carried out or not. Also be informed the Council, that
to rebuild to suit the prospective tenant would require a complete heating system
and remodeling to office space of the entire building. Mayor Baxter stated, that
in his opinion, the building was not suitable for a manufacturing building; that
this was the same building that the State Highway Department had been interested
in, and would have paid $50.00 per month to rent the building, but that from past
experience, the City has not always gained when dealing with the Federal Govern-
ment as the Federal Government-refused to pay taxes on the Boeing Plant and other
Federal property in the corporate limits of the City of Renton.
Councilman Richardson suggested that the City Attorney be included in the Committee
consisting of the Property Committee and City Engineer and that the Committee be
granted more time to try and obtain a better lease agreement from the U. Se Govern-
ment,
Councilman Bruce stated-that they were working through the Secretary of the Chamber
of Commerce and they would do the best they could but that under the conditions
it was very difficult to proceed very fast orihvorably. That The City of Renton
could not change the U.S. Government's policy; that in his opinion, it would be
difficult for his committee to make a recommendation.
The Fire and Water Committee reported that their committee had conferred with the
Fire Chief and had found the Fire Department entirely blameless in the fire
damage to Mr. Gott's home.
Councilman Dullahant informed Councilman Bruce that it would be necessary for the
City Engineer to d ete ranine the cost to increase the water pressure on Cedar Street
before his committee could make a report.
Councilman Trimm reported that his committee would like to concur in the recommen-
dation of the Police Chief and Health Officer in regard to a sewer line being
installed down 116th S.F., to 7th Avenue North where it could tie on with the
Highlands trunk sewer, and recommended that the Ordinance Committee and City
Attorney draft a Resolution of Intention covering the installation of said sewer
trunk line by formation of an L.I.D.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recomm-
endation of the Sanitation Committee, City Engineer, Chief of Police and King
County Health Officer and the City Attorney be instructed to draft a Resolution
of Intention for an L.I.D. Carried.
Councilman Reid stated that in his opinion, the City Should investigate the con-
dition of the area between 3rd and 4th Avenue North, directly east of the Sunset
Highway, where the water drains across the highway, that this drainage water ,.
should be rerouted, also, that the City should correct this condition before the
wet weather season next winter.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Freyman, that this matter be referred to the City
Engineer for investigation and a report back. Carried.
A report was read from the City Engineer stating that there were 100% of signatures
of property owners on the petition for annexation of the area across from Airport
Way bounded by 91st Ave., South, 91st Place S., Renton Avenue Extension and
Rainier Avenue.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the date of hearing be set at June
262 1951 that the City Attorney draft the necessary Resolution and Ordinance and
that the City Clerk post the necessary notices. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti reported that had received complaints from property owners in
regard to stray dogs running loose and damaging gardens, that the City Should pub—
licize information from the Ordinance in regard to stray dogs being impounded.
Moved by Delaurentiq seconded by Swift, that information regarding impounding of
stray dogs be published. Carried.
Councilman Dullahant reported that he had heard numerous complaints from fisherman
that raw sewage was seeping into Lake Washington and that they were afraid to take
fish from the Lake and suggested that the Sanitation Committee should investigate
this condition.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Sanitation Committee investigate
this complaint and report back. Carried.
Councilman Reid stated that in his opinion, the City should once more investigate
the possibility of widening Park Avenue as this was a main thoroughfare into Renton.
Councilman Dullahant stated that in his opinion, if it were not possible to widen
Park Street, parking should be restricted to only one side of the street.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini., that the
Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer investigate and report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had heard complaints from Maplewood residents that loaded
trucks were using the newly oiled Maplewood roads and that property owners who had
paid- for this improvement were afraid that the extreme weight would damage their
newly improved road. Mayor Baxter further stated that there had been other complaints
regarding loaded and unloaded semi and logging trucks parked on Renton streets over
night and that parking of these trucks on the streets had caused near accidents.
The Police Department was requested to make an investigation and check this complaint
... and report back to the Ordinance Committee.
Councilman Bruce stated that there were numerous complaints and he had investigated
same regarding congestion on 4th Avenue South from Main Street to BurnettStreet.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that this matter be referred to the Street &
Alley Committee, Police Chief and Traffic Division of the Police Department to in—
vestigate and report back. Carried.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Richardson, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having previously been audited by the Finance Committee were
presentedt CURRENT .
PAYROLL ALL DEPARTMENTS 20,949.51 1180--1322
CLAIMS 3,990.81 9467-9483
CLAIMS ° WATER 161.47 8397-8400
CLAIMS CITY STREETS 182.83 6090-6091
n SEWEi DISPOSAL 52.28 2090-2093
n • AIRPORT 40.74. 1165-1169
n LIBRARY 124.71 2339-2342
n PARK 64.58 1570
n, ATHLETIC 584
FIE&Q I S.PEN, FUND 761.68 57
-NTLI" DEFENSE 7.35 20
CUMULATIVE FUND 11184 409.12 417
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
May 22, 1951
The regular meeting of the-Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HAGENtTR.IMM:, REID,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI, AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Asst City Attorney;
Vincent Stewart, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City
Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon,
Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager; Walt Will, Building Ins-
pector and Dave Pugh, Budget Controller.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the minutes of the-meeting of May
15th be approved as corrected. Carried.
The City Clerk read the May 9th Convention reminder Bulletin #4 from the Associa-
tion of Washington Cities requesting that City Officials and Department Heads
notify the Association of certain subjects for discussion at the Convention that
each would be interested in.
The City Clerk advised the Council and Department Heads to inform their Committee
meeting Chairmen that they are interested in learning more about their particular
subjects from others, rather than being requested to speak on the subjects them-
selves.
A request, signed by Alfred Spain, Secretary-Treasurer, of the Renton Veteran's
Council to hold a dance in the American Legion Hall on Saturday, May 26, 1951,
was read. This organization understands that the special Service Organization Fee
of $1.00 must be paid, but further request that the regular License Fee of $5.00
be waived.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the request of the
Renton Veterants Council. Carried.
A communication was read from R. R. Casey, 2618 12th Avenue North, Renton High-
lands in regard to covers being kept on garbage cans, especially during the
warm weather. Mr. Casey requested the Council to inform the public that garbage
cans should be kept covered at all times.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that a copy of this communication be
forwarded to the Renton Housing Authority and the Health Officer be requested to
investigate this condition. Carried.
The Police Chief stated that in his opinion, an article to this effect should be
published in both papers; also, that his department would contact the gentleman
who wrote the letter, and advise him of the Council's action, as well as to in-
vestigate the report that people living in this area particularly, were not
putting the lids on their garbage cans.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Swift, that a copy of this communication be re-
ferred to the Sanitation Committee and Health Department with power to act.
Carried.
A copy of a letter from Gould & Gould Inc., Insurance Brokers signed by A. H.
Callahan, Claims Department, (representing the City of Renton re: the claim of
John Schmidt whose car hit a chuck-hole in the street on 2nd Avenue near Logan
Street about February 9, 1951 was read stating that Mr. John Schmidt's claim was
denied and explaining their decision.
On the recommendation of Councilman Richardson, Mayor Baxter ordered the communi-
cation filed for future reference.
The City Clerk read the May 18th Convention Bulletin No. 52, from the Association
of Washington Cities again reminding the Council and Department Heads re: reser-
vations, topic suggestions, exhibits (to show other cities what the Cite of Renton
has been doing this past year) , also to have one representative planning to attend
each sectional meeting.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that this communication be referred to the
City Engineer, Airport Board and Park Department to determine what can be done in
regard to submitting an exhibit from Renton. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini informed the Council that a local florist had agreed to furnish
fresh flowers for the hotel rooms being occupied by Renton Representatives for the
duration of the Convention if someone would pick them up and take them to the hotel.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Ways & Means Committee be requested
to see that the flowers were taken to the hotel rooms being occupied by Renton Repre-
sentatives. Carried.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary, Renton Planning Commission
stating at their last meeting the petition of Rudolph Heilpern for the rezoning Lot 1,
Block 24, Renton Farm Plat 3, from residential to commercial was read, and a resolu-
tion, "that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council that a non-conform-
ing permit be granted to Rudolph Heilpern for the addition to his building on the
property described in his petition at 1st Avenue North and Pelly Street," was passed.
They Further stated that it was their -opinion by granting a non-conforming permit,
rather than a zoning change, it would give the City better control over the use of
this property and would insure it being used only for its present purpose.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Planning Commission and a non-conforming permit be issued.
A roll call vote was taken as follows: Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye;
Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Reid, Aye; Davidson, Aye; Tamborini.,
No and Dullahant, Aye. There being 10 "Aye's" and 1 "No", the motion carried.
After the above vote was taken, Councilman Hansen arrived and took his seat in the
Council meeting.
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Resolution No. 812, whereas a proper
petition for annexation to the City of Renton has been filed with the City Clerk and
the date of Tuesday, June 26th at 8:00 o'clock P.M., at the City Council Chambers at
the City Hall at Renton, Washington, is set as the time and place for public hearing
on the aforementioned petition; that one publication of Notice of such Hearing is to
be published as provided by law, specifying the time and place of hearing and in-
viting all interested persons to appear and voice approval or disapproval of the
annexation, and that such notice be posted in three (3) public places within the
territory proposed for annexation at least one (1) week prior to such hearing.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council adopt the proposed resol-
ution as read. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that at their last Street & Alley meeting with the Traffic
Division of the Police Department they had outlined a proposed traffic improvement
that they were going to endeavor to route traffic to by-pass 3rd Avenue by erecting
signs near the Austin-Hendrickson Drug Store on 3rd Avenue and Shattuck, south or to
the right one block and then east up 4th Avenue to its intersection with Walla Walla
Avenue or 4th Avenue to Main Street. If this plan is tried, parking should be elimin-
ated on 4th Avenue from Burnett Street to Main Street from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M.
Also, that the Street and Alley Committee and Traffic Division of the Police Depart-
meat were planning on using small printed "Courtesy Cards" which the motorcycle
traffic policeman on duty would attach to the windshields of cars parking along
this particular street, stating that after a certain date there would be no parking
allowed there between 4 and 6 P.M., this courtesy time period would give the Street
Department sufficient time to have the necessary signs painted; that the date of May
28th had been set to temporarily try this proposed system.
Councilman Swift further reported that Captain McCarthy had recommended, and his
committee had concurred in the recommendation, that the Railroad intersection lights
at 2nd Avenue and Burnett Street and also 3rd Avenue and Burnett Street be changed
from a vertical position to a horizontal position so these lights would be seen
more easily by motorists. That this was a recommendation that the Northern Pacific
Railroad Company be requested to change these lights; that there would be no expense
to the City of Renton.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that the City Clerk write a letter to the
Northern Pacific Railroad Company advising them of the Council's request in re;
to these Railroad Traffic Lights. Carried.
Councilman Swift further stated that Captain McCarthy suggested that the stop sign
at the intersection of 2nd and Burnett street be elevated and illuminated in a
manner, with a blinker stop light, that would make it clearly visible to both lanes
ok eastbound traffic night and day.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the "Stop Sign" at the intersection of
2nd and Burnett Street be referred to the Ligh and Power Committee to investigate
and report back. Carried.
Councilman Swift further reported that the Street & Alley Committee and Traffic
Division of the Police Department were going to temporarily try eliminating park-
ing on Park Street from 1st Avenue North to 4th North during the heavy traffic be-
tween 4:00 and 5:00 P.M., Monday trhough Saturday, inclusive, that they were going
to request the City Engineering Department to prepare signs informing the motorists
of this regulation.
Councilman Bruce stated that Park Street is a traffic hazard from Bronson Way to
where the street widens out at 4th Avenue North; that this seemed pretty drastic
to ban traffic altogether, that in his opinion, it would be more feasible to re-
strict parking to jure one side of Park Street.
Councilman Swift stated his committee had power to act, and they were going to try
this proposed plan, that the Committee was merely trying toielieve traffic con-
gestion at this location during the hours of peak traffic.
Councilman Dela.urenti., requested that this eveningts Council meeting be recessed
until Thursday night, May 24th at 8:00 o'clock P'.M., instead of being adjourned,
and that the Council as a whole meet with the City Attorney and City Engineer to
consider the bids previously received for the proposed garbage contract, that bids
are to be accepted or rejected this date.
Councilman Bruce stated that the traffic light at the intersection of Park Street
and Bronson Way North was confusing to motorists who were not familiar with this
light, and that in his opinion, these streets should be channeled at this location
from the center of the Bronson Way Bridge through the traffic light and the right
lane going northeastward marked "through" and the left land going northeastward
marked "left turn only". Councilman Bruce further stated that east bound traffic
on Bronson Way, between the Bronson Way Bridge and the intersection of Main Street
was a traffic hazard and that when an eastbound motorist decided to turn left and
south on Main Street it was necessary to cross the west bound traffic coming off
2nd Avenue onto Bronson Way North. Councilman Reid stated he agreed with Council-
man Bruce that subject location was a dangerous traffic hazard and that same should
be referred to the Street & Alley Committee and Traffic Division of the Police
Department for investigation and a report back.
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The City Engineer informed Councilman Trimm that he would require more week to
consider the Sanitation Committee's recommendation for an extension of the sewer
line up S.E. 116th to 7th Avenue North as in his opinion there were a few other
property owners that should have been considered and included in this proposed
L.I.D.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Trimm that he would check this petition and
report back next week.
Councilman Richardson stated he was endeavoring to get his committee together to
further discuss the proposed street parking ban on 3rd Avenue etc., to enable the
street sweeper to clean these streets early in the mornings, but that the Mayor had
been unable to attend same; that he did not feel that it would be proper to hold
the meeting unless the Mayor could be present.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had attended the Firemen's Relief and Pension Fund
Board meeting and that the meeting had adjourned just prior to the time for the
regular Council meeting.
Councilman Richardson requested that the Street & Alley Committee, Ordinance Com-
mittee, City Engineer and Mayor meet immediately after the closing of the recessed
meeting on May 24th.
Mr. Gotti, from the audience, informed the Council that when the sewer mains were
being installed on Renton Scenic Hill, considerable damage was done to his property,
and he requested that steps be taken soon to repair the damage.
The City Engineer informed the Council and Mr. Gotti that he had been informed of
this damage to Mr. Gottits property and that he personally would see that any
damage was taken care of.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting recess until Thursday
evening at 8:00 P.M. Carried. The meeting was recessed at 9:00 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
May 24, 1951
The recessed meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAUPYNTI,. RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
REID, DAVIDSON.. TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE; James Highton, City Engineer; Wiley
Crook, City Clerk, Arthur Haugan, City Attorney and Dave Pugh, Budget Director.
An invitation from the Renton Secnio Hill Community Club to the Mayor and Councilmen
and their families to attend the dedication ceremony of the PHILIP ARNOLD MEMORIAL
PARK, Sunday, June 3, 1951 at 1:30 P.M., located on Renton Scenic Hill was read.
A communication was read from Don Humble, Executive Director of the Housing
Authority of the City of Renton, enclosing their check in the amount of $9,178.90,
which represents the voluntary payment in lieu of taxes, by the Housing Authority
for the calendar year 1950. They further state, that the total amount of payment
in lieu of taxes is $25,226.91; from this amount has been deducted $169048.01 for
municipal services normally rendered by the City which were rendered by the Housing
Authority during 1950. The reduced amount of ghe gross payment in lieu of taxes,
is by reason of the sale of the permanent housing in the Highlands which transferred
that housing to normal tax rolls and the removal of temporary housing in the Renton
Highlands. This reduction in assessable value amounted to $525,296.00.
The City Clerk informed the Council that the above mentioned check had been turned
over to the City Treasurer, and that he had requested Mr. Humble to prepare a break
down of the $16,048.01 deducted by the Housing Authority in payment of municipal
services, which they state should normally be rendered by the City of Renton*
The communication was ordered filed for future reference.
Councilman Delaurenti informed the Mayor and Council that the meeting was open for
discussion as to whether the City should accept the lowest proposed garbage
collection and disposal bid, or to reject all bids and the City of Renton operate
the collection and disposal of garbage.
Councilman Reid stated that in his opinion, the question was, would it be more
economical for the City of Renton to operate the garbage collection and disposal
business than to award the contract for same to a contractor.
The City Engineer stated that he had prepared some figures regarding the expense
of garbage collection and disposal including the cost of the collection in the
Highlands, under their present contract, and after considerable investigation re—
garding the cost of collection in other cities, submitted the following estimates
in round figures.
Salaries for one year . . ............... ... 30,000.00
Gas and oil (if new equipment is used). ... 1,600.00
Maintenance on new equipment.*** ..*.* . * * 400.00
TOTAL. $32,000.00
4 new pieces of equipment..**.... .... .. . .. 32,000.00
(It would be necessary to buy four new
pieces of equipment to adequately operate
over the City of Renton)
X64,000.00
To amortize on the basis of a five year
�. period.............................. ..... 6.000.00
$70,000.00
To acquire a dump site and maintain, 12
months ® $ 500.00 per month**,.*...... 6.000.00
$76,000.00
To operate on same basis as a contractor
would cost (estimate) per year• .......... 3lQ00.O0
$79,000.00
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After a short discussion, it was moved by Dullahant, seconded by Freyman, that all
bids previously received on the proposed garbage contract be rejectedj, and the
City of Renton operate their own garbage collection and disposal business.
Councilman Richardson stated that, in his opinion, this action meant that the Council
felt, taking all possibilities into consideration, that the City could operate and
maintain their own garbage and disposal business as well as buy necessary new equip—
ment cheaper than hiring it done on a cont act basis.
Councilman Dullahant stated, that, in his opinions there was no reason why the City
City could not collect and dispose of garbage as economically as a contractor could.
Councilman Bruce stated, in his opinion, the City could collect and dispose of
garbage as economically as a contractor and could probably give a better service to
the public on same, for the same cost to the public that the contractor would charge,
since a contractor would expect to make a profit on the operation and the City would
be doing the collection and disposal of the garbage as a public service and would
only charge the public the actual cost of the operation.
Mayor Baxter vacated the Mayor's chair and Councilman Delaurenti, Chairman of the
Council acted as Mayor.
Mayor Baxter stated, in his opinion, there was no reason why the City of Renton
could not operate the garbage disposal and collection business as economically as a
private contractor — that the City of Renton needs new equipment — that it seemed to
him that the estimate just presented by the City Engineer was quite high compared
to the previous estimate given of $50,000.00 that he personally believed that the
City of Renton could collect and dispose of garbage much cheaper than the figure
submitted. That the City of Renton would have to buy new equipment to operate the
garbage collection and disposal properly, but that if a private company could make
a profit, the City of Renton could probably render a better service at the same
rate of charge
Mayor Baxter again took his place as Mayor.
Councilman Bruce informed Councilman Richardson, that the Housing Authority would
have to pay the penalty involved, if any, for breaking their present garbage
collection and disposal contract, that this would not be the liability of the City
of Renton.
Mr. Louie Gebinini, a member of the Housing Authority Board, stated that the
Housing Authority would have to pay the penalty to the present contractor, if the
contract is cancelled before October 15th, that the interim between the present
time and October 15, 1951, when a contractor is supposed to start his contract,
and the Housing Authority will complete his, that the Housing Authority could make
a deal whereby the City could begin their contract the day after the present con—
tract is completed, that if a private contractor should begin a contract before the
present contract is completed, then the Housing Authority would have to bear the
expense of the penalty clause in the contract, which would be approximately
$2300.00 that the Housing Authority would loose on the cancellation of the contract,
and another $2000.00 on the interim.
Mr. Gebinini further advised Councilman Dullahant that if the City or a private con—
tractor took over the garbage collection in the Housing Projects, there would be the
same loss unless they took over after October 15, 1951, that at the time the City
Council first started talking about a private contractor, the City had been in—
formed that this type of contract existed in the Housing Projects.
The City Attorney informed the Council that he is under the impression that if the
contract is cancelled, it required 60 days notice in advance and the contract ex—
pires on the 15th of October.
Councilman Reid suggested that the City of Renton purchase one truck now and one
later on.
Councilman Richardson stated he could not agree with Councilman Reidts suggestion,
that the City Garbage equipment is in such poor condition that further use of same
would not pass the State Sanitation Commission's requirements.
Mayor Baxter explained to the Council that the reason the discussion started was
that it was not feasible to start another program with the present equipment., and
the City of Rentonts income was not adequate to permit additional purchases unless
the City arranges a program to raise the funds to pay for same.
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In answer to Councilman Dullahantis inquiry regarding the proposed cost to re—
sidents and business firms for the collection and disposal of garbage, Council—
man Swift informed the Council that the per capita cost would have to be recal—
culated and that the City should charge a rate for garbage collection and dis—
posal that would pay for these services in full.
Councilman Richardson stated, in his opinion, if the City continues to collect and
dispose of garbage, it should go into the business wholeheartedly and obtain a
site for a dump and salvage any material that could be sold, as other small cities
are following this procedure and are receiving -quite a bit of money from the sal—
vage alone. That it would require one man's time to segregate this salvage and
arrange it for sale.
Councilman Freyman stated, that in his opinion, this was a good idea and he could
see no reason why the City of Renton could not have a good garbage system of their
own.
A vote was called for on the motion that all bids be rejected and the City of Renton
operate their own garbage collection and disposal system. The motion carried.
Councilman Richardson stated., if the City did go into their own garbage business,
they would need new equipment; that trucks are really hard to get as the Govern—
ment was cutting down on production for and allocation of same; that in his
opinion, the City had sufficient funds now to purchase two pieces of equipment
and should buy two pieces now and when the Housing Authority contract expires in
October, the City could purchase the two additional pieces of equipment needed.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the City Engineer draw up specifi—
cations for two pieces of garbage collection equipment to present to the Council
for their approval so that the Call for Bids for same could be published. Carried.
Councilman Dullahant stated, in his opinion, thorough consideration should be given
to the present Housing Authority Garbage Collection and Disposal contract before
the City takes over the collection and disposal of garbage now being handled by
the Housing Authority.
Councilman Richardson stated, in his opinion, this was a very good suggestion and
that the matter should be referred to the City Engineer and Sanitation Committee
�. to thoroughly investigate and in the meantime try to locate a garbage dump site
for the City of Renton with the idea of salvaging usable materials. Councilman
Richardson stated, in his opinion, the possibility of building an incinerator should
also be investigated.
Mayor Baxter stated there was a possibility of securing a garbage dump near the
old Briquet Plant.
Councilman Richardson stated that culverts would be required to divert the drainage
into the lake and to avoid contaminating the water the dump should be checked very
closely.
Councilman Freyman stated that the Sanitation Committee and City Health Officer
should investigate ways and means of averting contamination.
Councilman Reid informed Councilman Richardson that the problems of using the
site near the old briquet plant for a garbage dump had been presented to the King
County Planning Commission, State Pollution Commission and King County Engineering
Department by the City Engineer for their consideration.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Tamborini that the old Black River bed be—
tween Tobin Avenue and 3rd Avenue, just off Rainier Avenue, might be secured for a
sanitary garbage disposal dump and for the location of a trunk sewer by applying
to State Land Commissioner Jack Taylor, for same; that if the City of Renton made
application to the State Land Commissioner for the use of the other portion of this
area, that he believed the State Land Commissioner would honor the application.
The City Engineer further stated that the State Polution Commission would not be
adverse to the use of the old Black River bed as outlined.
Moved by Brace., seconded by Hansen, that the Sanitation Committee and Ways and Means
Committee be authorized to look for a suitable site for a garbage dump and re—
port back their findings as soon as possible. Carried*
Councilman Bruce stated, that in his opinion, the City of Renton should start
sharing for the collection and disposal of garbage as soon as possible, in order
to secure sufficient revenue to offset the expense of garbage collection and
disposal.
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The City Attorney informed the City Engineer that the proposed garbage Ordinance
should cover all properties within the Renton City limits* but that there could
be a distinction between residential and commercial, and that the charge for the
collection should be uniform for the City of Renton according to classification,
that the charge for collection of garbage should be the same in the Housing
Authority Projects as in other parts of Renton.
Mayor Baxter stated, in his opinion, that the charge for the collection of gar-
bage over the different parts of Renton, should be the same, as is the water and
sewage rates at the present time.
Louie Gebinini, a Housing Authority representative, stated that the Housing
Authority would pay the same charge as the City of Renton pays, as they do now
for their water; that the units should pay a charge similar to chargee elsewhere
in Renton for compartive services,
Councilman Richardson stated that the Ordinance Committee was not prepared to
present any figures this evening on proposed garbage collection and disposal rates
that these rates would have to be refigured on the basis of the City operating
its own garbage business.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the matter of suggested garbage collection
rates be left in the Sanitation Committee, with the City Engineer, to obtain facts
for a basis of figures to work on. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the City Clerk return all bids.
Carried.
The City Clerk informed the Council that the first Monday in June, (June /+,) 1951
is the date set for a special meeting for installation of newly elected officials.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 P.M.
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Mayor
Fenton, Washington
May 29, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Councilman
Charles Delaurenti, President of the Council at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM, DAVIDSON.. TAMBORINI
AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney, Gerard
.. Shellan, Assistant City Attorney; Vincent Stewart, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence,
Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton,
City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager;
Walt Will, Building Inspector; Dave Pugh, Budget Director.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the recessed meeting of May
22nd and the meeting of May 24th be approved as written. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Chamber of Commerce, signed by Chris Brewer,
President, requesting the Council to set a convenient time and date for a meeting
of the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and the Special Committee appointed to
meet with the Councy Commissioners re: the gravel pit formerly owned by High White,
et al, and the Council as a whole to discuss the present status of said gravel pit,
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that Tuesday, June 5th at 7:00 P.M., in
the Council Chambers be set for the above meeting with Chamber of Commerce repre-
sentatives. Carried.
The City Clerk was requested to forward this information to the President of the
chamber of Commerce.
Mayor Baxter then took his chair as Mayor, explaining why he was late for the Council
meeting, that he had attended the dedication ceremonies at Liberty Park for the new
out door kitchen.
..r A communication was read from Robert Lux, Secretary of the City Employees Club
advising that Ted Noel, Walt Will and Emmon Beil had been named by President Willis
Sparrow, as per Mayor Baxter's request, to act as representatives from the City
Employees Club on the Safety Committee.
A communication was read from Robert Lux, Secretary of the City Employees Club
inviting the Mayor, Councilmen and Department Heads to attend the next regular
meeting of the Renton Employees Club on Monday, May 41 1951 at 8:00 P.M., or as soon
after wards as possible, in the American Legion Hall, Mr. Botts Executive Secretary
of the Statewide City &ployees Retirement System has promised to be present at
this meeting.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the City Clerk inform the City Employees
Club that the Mayor, Councilmen and Department Heads will attend their meeting,
as soon as possible after the Special Council meeting, on same date, for installa-
tion of the newly elected officials. Carried.
An invitation from the Association of Washington Cities to all ladies accompanying
the delegates to the Convention, to a luncheon on Friday, June 8th 1951s at the
Seattle Tennis Club was read. It is requested that reservations be made in advance
for this luncheon, and an attached card be filled out and returned.
Mayor Baxter requested that any ladies, who intend to accompany the delegates from
Renton and wish to attend subject luncheon, so notify either the City Treasurer or
City Clerk as soon as possible.
A communication was read from John J. Steiner, Secretary-Treasurer of the 'teamsters
Local No. 910, which was also signed by C. E. Sylvia (cliff's Radio Cabs, Inc.)
Harold W. Jordan (Jordan Cab Company and Yellow Cab Company) , John H. Belden (Sky-
way Cab Company, Calvin D. Davis (Highland Cab Company) and W. J. Thompson (O.K.
Cab Company, requesting that the City Council, or the Police and License Committee,
grant them a hearing to enable them to apply a uniform rate charge for all taxicab
Companies in the City of Renton; they further requested that the present Ordinance
be amended to require that taxicab rates be mechanically recorded by the adoption
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of the wording in Section #7 of the King County Cab Ordinance.
"Section 7. It shall be unlawful for anyone driving or operating or
engaging in the business of operating taxicabs for hire to charge,
demand, collect or receive any greater or lesser rate of fare than the
following:
For the first three-quarter mile, or fraction thereof .............50¢
Thereafter for each additional one ---quarter mile, or fraction
thereof................................ .... ... ............... . .».. 10¢
No additional passenger shall be picked up without the express consent
of the original passenger. ....
Provided, that these fare restrictions shall not apply to any taxicab
licensed by any incorporated city or town in King County other than the
City of Seattle which has specific rates, and if approximately seventy-
five (75) percent of the business done by such taxicab originates within
the corporate limits of said city or town and said taxicab is operated
from an office or taxicab stand within the corporate limits of said city
or town".
They also urge the Council to adopt Section 6, of the same Ordinance which limits
the issueance of owner's taxi permits.
The City Clerk informed the Council he had a copy of Resolution No. 12402 passed
by the Board of County Commissioners of King County on January 22, 1951, setting
up rules and regulations covering the taxicab drivers' licenses in rural King
County.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the communication and Resolution
be referred to the Police & License Committee to investigate and report back.
Carried.
This being the date set for the hearing on the improvement of the alley in Block
17, Renton Highlands, the following protests were presented by the City Clerk. P4
Beth Davidson, Lot 8, Block 17. no
Earl Haynes, " 9 " 17.
Dorothy Howard " 13 n n
John Rynes „ 22 n n
James Ramsey " 10
The protest from Mr. & Mrs. James H. Dowdell whose property does not abut the alley
was not read.
The assistant City Attorney informed the Council that on the formation of a Local
Improvement District, only those who were on the assessment rolls had a legal right
to protest the improvement, but that if the Mayor and Council so desired, they
could consider protests and the reasons for them from other persons.
Mayor Baxter stated, in his opinion, that unless the people who wished to protest
had their names listed on the assessment rolls of the Local Improvement District,
it would not be necessary for the Council to consider their protests, unless the
Council so desired.
Mrs. Dowdell, from the audience, stated that even though the lot owned by Mr.
Dowdell and herself did not abut the alley, she felt that the dirt and refuse from
same would be blown in their yard, as their property was quite a bit lower than
other lots in the Block that did abut the alley, and she felt her letter should be
read.
The City Clerk read the letter from Mr. & Mrs. James H. Dowdell protesting the ...�
alley in block 17.
Councilman Richardson stated, that in his opinion, the protest of Mrs: & Mr.
Dowdell, for reasons stated in the protest, should be given consideration.
Mrs. Clarence Riggs, from the audience, stated that she felt that the improvement
of the alley would benefit all the people whose property abutted the alley; and
further stated that at the present time a number of milk trucks park. in the Court
to make deliveries, but that-i-£-.-the alley were improved, same could be used for the
delivery of milk and other commodities thereby making the Court a safer place for
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children to play.
A gentleman from the audience stated that a portion of his lawn had been washed
downhill in the recent storm.
Councilman Bruce stated that there were sufficient signatures on the original petition
to require consideration for a hearing, that the signatures of the property owners,
for the improvement, were in the majority, and in consideration of the petition
presented for improvement, Councilman Bruce made a motion, seconded by Tamborini,
that the letters of protest be referred to the City Engineer to check the percentage
and legality of the signatures on the protests, and report back. Carried.
Councilman Bruce reported that the U.S. Department of Agriculture had obtained other
quarters and were no longer interested in the "C" Building in Mothers Park.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAUF.ENTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM, DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI
AND DULLAHANT,
The City Engineer reported that there were only 27.9% protests against the improvements
°of the alley in block 17, Renton Highlands Addition.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that if there were 60% of the cost
of the improvement protesting, it was mandatory that the Council not proceed with
the improvement.
Councilman Bruce stated that as it was the policy of the Council to proceed with an
improvement, if there were not a sufficient number of protests to warrant cancellation
of the proposed plan for improvement that in his opinion, the Council should abide by
the wishes of the majority of the property owners abutting the alley. Councilman
Bruce made a motion, seconded by Freyman, that the Council order that necessary
arrangements be made to proceed with the improvement of the alley in Block 17, Renton
Highlands Addition, as speedily as possible. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Ordinance Committee and City Attorney
draft an ordinance authorizing this improvement. Carried.
The City Clerk read a petition for rezoning from residential to commercial, as
presented by Councilman Richardson, from L.J, Putman, owner of lots 1 and 11, Block
1, Smithers 6th Addition to Renton, and signed by 9 property owners living within
a 200 foot radius of the property described.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the petition be referred to the City
of Renton Planning Commission for their recommendation. Carried.
The City Attorney stated that he had been contacted by the City Clerk in regard to
changing the boundaries' of Precincts 11 and 12; that precincts should not have more
than 250 registered voters therein, with a tolerance of 300, that one precinct
mentioned is considerable larger than is permissable and one precinct has only a
few; that this matter can be corrected by Ordinance, changing the boundaries of the
two precincts. Also, that should the Superintendent of Elections be notified he
would probably be glad to come to Renton to assist in this matter.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the City clerk and City Attorney
check the boundaries of the two precincts and report back. Carried.
The City Clerk stated that certificates of election should be given to him by the
councilmen elect.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
June 4, 1951
A special meeting for the installation of officers, as prescribed by :Law was called
to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter at 8:00 P,M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAG:EV) TRIMM,
DAVIDSON, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney; Gerard
Shellan, Assistant City Attorney; Paul Houser, Police Judge; Vincent Stewart,
Police'Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City C1erk;' Dorothea Gossett,
City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent;
Jack Schneider, Airport Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh,
Budget Director.
The Oath of Office was taken by the incoming Councilmen and Police Judge.
The incoming Councilmen, Herman Freyman, Ben Richardson, George Swift, Steve
Tamborini, Thomas Trimm and Don Holm were sworn in by the City Clerk, Wiley Crook.
Mr. Paul Houser, Police Judge was sworn in by the City Clerk.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that according to law, the Council is bound as a whole
and he would like to nominate Councilman Ried as President of the Council.
Moved by Delaurenti., seconded by Richardson, that the City Clerk cast a unanimous
ballot for Councilman Walt Reid as President of the Council, Carried.
Wiley Crook, City Clerk, cast a unanimous hallot for Councilman Reid for President
of the Council.
Mayor Baxter thanked Councilman Delaurenti for serving as President of the Council
and complimented him on his fine work and cooperation in behalf of the citizens Ulm
of Renton, The Councilmen and himself.
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Gouncilman Delaurenti thanked the Council for the privilege of having been able
to serve as President of the Council.
Councilman Holm stated that he was glad to have been elected and to be able to
serve as Councilman for the City of Renton and that he would cooperate with the
Mayor and Councilmen for the best interest of the City of Renton.
The Mayor and Councilmen all welcomed councilman Holm, the new member, and pledged
him their cooperation in conducting the affairs of the City.
Mayor Baxter thanked Councilman Davidson for his cooperation and willingness on
all committee work and further stated that he had fulfilled his duties well.
Councilman Davidson congratulated Councilman Holm and wished him success, stating
that the Mayor and Councilmen were a fine group of people to work with and wishing
them all success in the coming year.
Councilman Delaurenti, on behalf of the Council, thanked Councilman Davidson for
his assistance during his term. as Councilman.
Each of the newly sworn in councilmen thanked the Council for past cooperation and
pledged their full support for the coming terms.
Mr. Houser thanked the Council for their cooperation and the Police Department
for their assistance in conducting Police Court activities.
A communication was read from Chris Brewer, President of the Renton Chamber of
Commerce, wishing for each of the incoming Councilmen and the Police Judge a
successful term of office and assuring them of the continued cooperation of the
Chamber of Commerce.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Trimm, that the special meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:30 o'clock P.M. ^
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Renton, Washington
June 5, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON: SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORIN.I, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPART14ENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney; Gerard
Shellan, Assistant City Attorney, Ange Busato, Assistant Police Chief; Floyd
.... Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer;
James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider,
Airport Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh, Budget Director.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the regular meeting
of May 290 1951 and the Special Meeting of June 4.9 1951 be approved as written.
Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BZLDING PEIMTS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT -
N0. AMOU14T ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2640 100.00 Edward D. Sewell 647 G. Ste concrete driveway
1 8,000.00 Max Miller 13741 Rainier Ave. erect residence
2 550.00 Oliver Gotti 742 Grant Ave. rebuild residence
3 - H. J. Sherman 1512 3rd N. move house
4 100.00 Chas. Gruba 925 E. Ste erect driveway
5 100.00 Mrs. Geo. Atkinson Walla Walla & Wells install coal hatch
6 400.00 John Vravlick 11511 116th St. SE* erect garage
7 W. J. Phillips 725 Grant Ave. install plumbing
8 200.00 N. P. Railroad Co. N.P. Dept erect garage
9 36.00 Rentona Nursing Home 516 Wells St. install new wiring
50 400.00 Clelah Young &
Roberta Hodge 1008 3rd Ave. remodel building
1 50.00 J. W. Hecker 144 Park Ave. break curb
2 Harry I. Strenard 116th Ave. SE* install plumbing
3 1,000.00 James I. Price 8228 S. 140th St. install foundation
4 300.00 Harold Andrews 924 F. Ste erect rock wall
5 30,000.00 Dr. L.A. Lackie 115 3rd Ave. erect building
6 300.00 E. A. Shearer 410 Williams St. erect carport
7 - Ben Lindgren 129 N. Wells move garage
7-A 100.00 David J. Pugh 126 Wells St. break curb
8 1,500.00 Bob Cleavenger 557 Shattuck add. on building.
9 700.00 Clara Acree 334 W. Burnett St. install siding
60 100.00 Charles G. Martin 2104 7th Ave. No. install windows
1 100.00 W. J. Evans 428 S. Williams remodel garage
2 400.00 L.D. Drake 2612 5th Ave. N. erect garage
3 - E. E. Burrows, Mrs, 913 2nd Ave. N. install tank
4 11,000.00 Eugene Sylvia 334 Garden St. residence
5 700.00 Geo. Carlin 437 Burnett St. S. enclose porch
6 250.00 Floyd Ness 2201 8th Ave. Nremodel house
7 - LeRoy Donaldson 8616 S. 136th Si.tinstall tank
7-A 325.00 H. I. Strenard 11501 116th St. SE install wiring
8 600.00 Robert Lowery 300 Mill Ste reroof dwelling
9 1,000.00 Mrs. J. J. Rauma 528 Williams siding on residence
70 - Albert Rosenstrom 307 Pelly Ste install fence
1 100.00 Van Freeman 411 Windsor Way install driveway
2 100.00 E. F. Betz 235 Pelly Ste concrete steps
3. - L. D. Drake 2612 5th N. install Plumbing
4 H. F. Mathewson 11441 Dunlap Canyon Rd. of "
. 5 13,000.00 Mrs, Tim Morgan 337 Park Ave. erect garage
6 250.00 Mrs. Kathleen Mitchell 322 Burnett N. remodel house
A commun�pation was read from Don Humble, Executive Director of the Housing
Authority of the City of Renton, recommending that the City of Renton apply to
the Housing Authority for transfer of the temporary structures on the Cedar River
Park site from the Housing Authority to the City of Renton, stating that the
Housing Authority would assist in the preparation of such request, should the City
determine to follow this course of action.
The City Attorney informed the Council that he had discussed this matter with Mr.
Humble and that to concur in the recommendation of the Housing Authority would
merely extend for six months the City's right to apply for transfer of the tem-
porary
emporary structures on the Cedar River Park site to the City and would not make it
mandatory for the City to accept the transfer, but would keep in tact the status
of the City's right to accept the transfer at a later date,
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the re-
commendation of the Renton Housing Authority. Carried.
Upon recommendation of the Mayor, with the concurrence of all the councilmen, an
unsigned communication was not read.
A communication signed by C. E. McCarthy, Executive Director of the Renton Civil
Defense was read requesting permission to set up a temporary wooden booth at 3rd
& Wells on the sidewalk in front of Bergman's Drugstore, to be used by the Veteran
of Foreign Wars Auxiliary to sell identification tags to the public from June 8th
to 16th, inclusive, 1951. The tags are to be sold at cost with no profit for the
Auxiliary.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Delaurenti, that the request be granted. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, recommending that the
proposed plat, "President Park Addition" to the City of Renton, submitted by
Albert Balch, owner, for approval with the recommendation by the City Engineer
and Fire Chief of an enlarged and revised fire hydrant system making same adequate
and standard, with the proposed plat requirements as to lot sizes and area, street
right-of-ways, water system, sanitary sewer system, storm sewer system and roadways
which in the opinion of the City Engineer is adequate for suburban residential
streets, all as outlined in the map.
The City Engineer informed the Council that the streets were platted 60 foot wide,
but the proposed roadway, to be paved 2 inches thick with asphaltic concrete, are
designed for a 25 foot width.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the council concur in the recommen-
dation of the City Engineer and Fire Chief. Carried.
Specifications for two new g-arbage trucks were submitted by the City Engineer.
(Year model - 1951 - minimum - 100 H. P. Conventional cab and chassis.
color-identical, minimum - 4 speed transmission, 2 speed rear axle,
heavy duty front axle, heavy duty front and rear springs with auxiliary
helper springs, and special equipment of: vacuum booster brakes, 8.25
x 20 tires (6 front and rear), dual swipes, dual tail lights, electric
signal arms, factory type heater and defroster, rain swipes (booster-vacuum
or electric) , electric hill holder.)
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council -accept the specifications
as presented by the City Engineer and that the City Clerk publish a call for bids
on same. Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that specifications for bodies for the two
new garbage trucks could not be submitted until the trucks are purchased.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that the-claim of the
White Construction Company for work performed during the flood emergency at Maple-
wood in February , 1951 had not been paid; that in the opinion of the King County
Official contacted by the City Engineer, the White Construction Company has no
claim against King County because the County did not authorize the work; that the
City of Renton is obligated to satisfy the claim, in an amount of 0/.80.00, spent
on Cedar River, and in turn could bill the Board of King-County Commissioners as
the County has budgeted-funds for flood control use. That of the balance of the
claim of r"w524.60, $25.00 was spent for slide removal on the Maple Valley Highway
charged to the account of the State Highway Department, and that $19.OQ was for
dyke work on the Maplewood Creek, which was authorized by the City Engineer and
should be paid by the City of Renton.
The City Engineer stated that, in his opinion, after the City has satisfied the
White Construction Company's claim.,- then the City of Renton can see what re-
course they have in regard to bilaing the County for the expenditure of $480.00.
and re—present to the State Highway Department a bill in the amount of $25.60, the
amount of the bill for the removal of the earth slide on the Maple Valley Highway,
Carried.
The City Clerk stated, that in his opinion, it would not be legal to present such
a bill to the State Highway Department or the King County Commissioners until said
bills have been paid by the City of Renton — at which time such a bill would only be
a reimbursement to the City of Renton of the expenditure already made, that the City
of Renton should have a statement marked "paid" to present with the claim.
A request was read from the City Engineer for Council approval to purchase a drafting
machine for the Engineering Department at a cost of $170.00, said expense to be paid
for from Cumulative Fund No. 1182.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the above request be referred to the
Property Commitee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer inviting the Street and Alley Committee
and other City Officials and Department Heads to attend the next regular meeting of
the Renton Planning Commission on June 272 1951, at which time Mr. D. D. Forgey,
District Engineer for the State Highway Department will be present.
Countilma.n Richardson stated, that in his opinions the Street & Alley Committee
should make a special effort to attend the next regular meeting of the Renton Plann—
ing Commission and all other Councilmen who can attend without too much sacrifice.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that the State Department
of Highways have requested a written answer to their proposal to lease the t'C" build—
ing and adjacent grounds for their maintenance department; that in the City Engineer's
opinion, to satisfy the State's request, that the State should be informed if the
Council so desires, that the City has rejected their original proposal os $50.00 per
month rental fee, but are willing to discuss the matter on a more equitable rental
basis, but that the City should not exclude negotitations with other interested
parties.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Council accept the City Engineer's
recommendation and the State Department of Highways be so notified; that the pro—
perty Committee be instructed to continue negotiations with other interested parties.
Carried.
The resignation of Chief of Police Vincent Stewart, to become effective July 1, 1951
was read. The Chief stated that he was pleased, during his administration, to have
built up a modern Police Force using approved methods and equipment; that this
modernization was made possible by the cooperation of the different City Adminis—
trations that he had worked with and that the City is fortunate to have such an
outstanding group of Police Officers as are now serving the City of Renton.
U ouncilman Richardson, stated that in his opinion, the Chief of Police, Mr. Vincent
Stewart, has given to the City of Renton a good number of years as Chief of Police
and in so doing has rendered to the City invaluable service and he would like to
move that the City Council direct a letter to the Chief of Police, Mr. Vincent Stewart,
thanking him for the many years of faithful service to the City of Renton. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Hansen and carried.
The City Clerk requested information in regard to reading two communications that
were received after thechte of hearing, in protest to the improvement of the alley
in Block 17, Renton Highlands.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that all protests to the improvement of the alley
in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition to Renton should have been received prior
to or at the time of hearing on May 29, 1951; that protests could still be read, but
would be irrelevent.
The City Clerk read a protest on the improvement of the alley in Block 17, Renton
Highlands Addition to Renton from Ruby Schwendeman and Leonard & Joyce Devine, pro—
testing paries owning property abutting the alley in Block 17.
Mayor Baxter stated th^t including these two protests, there is still insufficient
protests to defeat the improvement.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess, the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
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ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, TAMBORINI,
DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
The Ordinance Oommittee presented proposed Ordinance No. 1l+0/+.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 14.04 providing for the improvement
of the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition to the City of Renton, by
grading, graveling, and all other work necessary in connection therewith., creating
a local improvement district therefor; and providing method of payment for same by
special assessment.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the proposed ordinance No. 1404 be
referred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried. ...
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. '1404 and re—
commended its passage.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed ordinance No. 1404 be placed
on its second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading of proposed ordinance No. 1404, a motion was
made by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that proposed ordinance No. 1404 be
passed as read.
A roll call vote being taken, and all councilmen present (ten) voting "Aye", the
motion unanimously carried.
The City Clerk read the program for the Association of Washington Cities convention
to be held in Seattle, June 7, 8th and 9th, 1951, giving the hour of the different
meetings, registrations, etc.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that all Department Heads and Officials should study
the program and that certain Department Heads should attend the group meeting of
the Convention that are held for their special Committees and Departments, ie.,
the Park Superintendent, Captain McCarthy of the Police Department, the Fire Chief
and others, and also suggested that Councilman Holm attend as many meetings at the
convention as possible.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the Mayor, Councilmen, City
officials and Department Heads that are able to attend the convention be allowed
their expenses at the convention. Carried.
Because of the many reports received of the condition of the streets in Renton,
Mayor Baxter requested that the City Engineer have the Street Department laborers
sweep the streets until the street sweeper is received, which the City Engineer
has been informed should be received within seven days.
The City Clerk read an application from Edward Sweet, R. 3, Box 830, Renton,
to operate an ice—cream vending machine in the corporate limits of the City of
Renton, which was signed by the Chief of Police, Councilman Delaurenti, Chairman
and Councilmen Tamborini and Trimm, members of the Police & License Committee.
Moved by Delaugenti, seconded by Freyman, that the above permit be granted.
Carried.
Councilman Dullahant stated that he had purposely investigated. all of the City
buildings on Memorial Day and that none of them displayed the U.S. ?Flag and he
felt that all City buildings should have the flag displayed, especiall on holidays.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Swift, that the U. S. Flag be displayed on the
City Hall, Fire Station and Library every day. Carried.
Councilman Dullahant answered Councilman Richardsonts inquiry as to progress on
the"survey of utilities" that had been referred to the Fire and Water Committee,
stating that his committee is still working on it and hopes to have a report by
next council meeting.
Councilman Richardson reported on the special-meeting of the council as a whole,
with the Chamber of Commerce representatives held at 7:00 P.M., this evening,
and stated that after conferring with the City of Renton Planning Commission and
having received a letter from the King County Planning Commission to the effect
that test holes would be made to determine where the gravel pit would be located
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AND THE City of Renton not having-received a reply, that the Committee recommended
that the City Clerk, Mayor and City Attorney direct a letter of inquiry to the
King County Commissioners as to what they intend to do regarding the sale of the pro-
posed gravel pit property the County would require.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation of
the Committee. Carried.
The Airport Manager reported that Mr. Witters had chosen to exercise his option to
renew his lease on the Renton Airport and that the Airport Board had accepted his
"intention to exercise his option."
... The Airport Manager further stated that, as happened last year, the power bill for
the Airport, was double what the budget allowed and that an emergency budget would
be required to cover this additional expense although the City would be reimbursed
for this additional power expenditure by the Boeing Airplane Company. Also, that the
Airport Board contemplated expending approximately $ 5500.00 in contract work for re—
surfacing certain roads and repairing taxi—way shoulders; that Boeing Airplane Company
was going to pay up to $3000.00 as their one—half of the expense of this improvement.
The City Clerk stated that the City of Renton could wait two or three months before
drafting the Emergency budget, until they knew the exact amount necessary for the
emergency budget; that the City was receiving back from the Boeing Airplane Company
each month, more than the amount of the power bill that was over the amount antici—
pated in the budget, but that the budget did not cover this additional expense and
provision should be made to cover same by an Emergency Budget.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Dullahant, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having previously been audited by the Finance Committee were
presented. :
CURRENT
PAYROLL ALL DEPARTMENTS 18 162.81 1323-1143
CLAIMS CURRF� 443.52 9484-9543
CLAIMS WATER 1851.65 8400-8412
CLAIMS CITY STREETS 2549.47 6092-6103
.�. CLAIMS AIRPORT 1147.69 1170-1175
CLAIMS SEWER DISPOSAL 155.72 2094-2097
CLAIMS LIBRARY 399.33 2343-2350
CLAIMS PARK 140.85 1571-1576
CLAIMS ATHLETIC 62.58 585
CLAIMS CUMULATIVE #1184 37.08 4.18
CLAIMS CUMULATIVE #1183 175.10 371
CLAIMS FIREMEN'S PENSION 250.00 58-59
CLAIMS CIVILIAN DEFENSE 845.10 21-23
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
June 12, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Gouncil was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON , SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEd, T RIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WEI ,: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attor-
ney; Ange Busato, Assistant Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook,
City Clerk; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack
Schneider, Airport Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh, Budget Dir-
ector. ...
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of July 51
1951 be approved as corrected. Carried.
AAPPLICATICNS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT;
NOAMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WOF.K
2678 $100.00 William R. Lolly 816 C St, install wiring
79 100.00 Wm. R. Favro 500 Cedar St. erect fence
80 75.00 Vern Morris 416 Main St. install wiring
81 300.00 John Weber 1504 3rd Ave. N. install wiring
2 385.00 J. H. Neher 11315 SE ll6th St, install 11
3 200.00 Mr. Sylvester 500 Smithers lower ceilings
4 400.00 A. E. Taini 2204 8th Place remodel house
5 100.00 Charles McMillan 2312 7th N. erect carport
6 250.00 John P. Girten 648 G. St. install driveway
7 100.00 Arthur Cooper 12450 142 SE. erect greenhouse
8 150.00 A.J. Schuchard 412 Renton St. remodel house
9 400.00 Gerald Vrabek 2402 5th Ave. N. erect new garage
90 100.00 Clarence Riggs 2421-C 7th Ave. N. erect carport
1 100.00 Sarah D. Stewart 8215 I - 138th Ave. erect fence
2 100.00 Renton Housing Auth. 601 I. St. install wiring
3 250.00 John -Schuh 920 E. St. erect garage
The City Clerk read a communication from G. R. Brooks, Rt. 41 Box 378, submitting a
a claim for damages in the amount of $215.00 which Mr. Brooks states was a fair esti-
mate of the amount of damages caused to his property by a leaking water main. Also,
that he had made repeated requests to have this condition corrected.
The City Engineer informed the Council that the water main had been idle for some-
time and that he had not checked too closely as to the extent of the damages caused
to Mr. B rook's property.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that Mr. Brooks should have filed a claim within
30 days from the time of the damage to his property to enable him to claim damages
from the City at a later date, that legally the city is not obligated to consider
a claim unless said claim has been filed within 30 days from the date of damage.
The Mayor stated that the City had been endeavoring to correct this condition for
some time and in his opinion, it was not the fault of the City employees that the
condition had not been corrected.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that this communication be referred to
the City Engineer and City Attorney for investigation and a report bank. Carried.
The City Clerk read a copy of the communication signed by the Mayor and City Clerk,
to the Board of King County Commissioners, in which information was requested for
the City's planning purposes, as soon as possible, as to progress of test and
gravel exploration, if same has been completed, and if so, (a) how much of the
tract the County will need to retain, and (b) what part of the tract, if any, may
be made available to the City of Renton, or for private residential development.
A communication was read from Mayor Baxter appointing Clyde Barnard as a member of
the Planning Commission to fill the unexpired term of William Cowan, resigned. Mr.
Barnard's term will expire January 2, 1953.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council concur in the appointment
of Mayor Baxter. Carried.
A communication was read from Lon Tackett, Chairman of the Park Board, and Gene Coulon,
Park Superintendent, requesting the Mayor and City Council to inspect plans and speci—
fications. for a proposed fence around the tennis court at Liberty Park, stating that
they would like to present their proposal at a recess this evening, if the Council
would grant them this privilege.
The Park Superintendent explained that such a fence was very necessary and that plans
were all laid for the completion of same and a delay would mean postponement of pub—
lication of call for bids, the contract and completion date, etc., that they had
purposely arranged all the plans prior to presentation to avoid postponement of in—
stallation of same.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this request be referred to the Property
Committee to meet with the Park Superintendent at a recess this evening and report
back later this evening. Carried.
A petition submitted by A. B. and Jessie Litchfield, owners of more than 2/3 of the
private property abutting 7th Avenue from the west side of Cedar Street to the east
side of Main Street, requesting the Council to take proper steps for the vacation
of 7th Avenue from the west side of Cedar Street to the east side of Main Street was
read.
The City Engineer explained that this property was all on the side hill and suggested
that an investigation of same be made and reported back to the Council.
Councilman Bruce stated, that in his opinion, it would be not only impractical but
impossible to put a street in this location because of a 60% grade from Cedar Street
to Main Street.
Moved by Dullahant, seccnded by Tamborini, that this petition be referred to the Street
and Alley Committee, City Engineer and Planning Commission to investigate and report
back. Carried.
The City Council did not deem it proper for a proposed resolution setting a date for
a hearing on the above petition to be presented at this meeting.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning Commiss—
ion recommending that the City Council grant a non—conforming permit to Mr. Putnam
ow to set up a used car Idt on the property at the south east corner of 2nd and Morris,
and further stating that the Planning Commission felt that a better control could be
kept, in regard to this area, by keeping said area classified as a residential zone.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Planning Commission. Carried.
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An application for permission to install a pin ball machine in her place of business,
the 'White Spot at 319 3rd Avenue, was read from Betty Cooks, owner and operator.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that this appli:sation be referred to the
f Police and License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
The City Clerk read the "Call for Bids" for two garbage trucks for the City of
Renton, which included, together with specifications as presented by the City Engineer
at the June 5th meeting, a request for an allowance on the 1944 Chevrolet 1f ton
cab and chassis truck, with enclosed refuse body, now being used by the City of Renton
for garbage collection, and setting the date of "opening of Bids" as June 26, 1951.
The City Engineer explained that, in his opinion, it was necessary to dispose of the
old garbage truck at the same time as the City purchases the two new ones to be able
to receive a fair price for the old truck.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the City Council accept the specifi—
cations and "Call for Bids" as read, and same be published. Carried.
A co-nimanication was read from Roy B. Allen, Manager of MacDougall & Southwick Company
J. G. Duncalf, owner of Duncalf�s market and Grocery and W. Cook, co—owner of Reid
& Cook's Service, requesting a truck loading zone at 705 3rd Avenue directly in front
of the I.O.O.F., building,stating that delivery trucks are forced to park double
while unloading, causing a dangerous traffic condition; that Reid and Cook are re—
modeling their service station which will block off the rear loading facilities of
the MacDougall & Southwick Appliance Store and create further hardships. They re—
quest that this petition be given speedy and favorable consideration.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that this petition be referred to the
Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from J. T. Moore, Industrial Agent for the Northern
Pacific Railway Company in answer to the City's request of June 2, 1951, that
vertical caution lights at both railroad crossings on 2nd and 3rd Avenue, be re-
placed with horizontal caution lights, stating that the City's request had been
referred to Mr. T. J. Kane, Supt., at Tacoma, who handles such matters and should
answer the City direct.
Councilman Delaurenti stated, that in his opinion, a copy of this letter should
be referred to the City engineer, and the original filed for future reference.
A communi:;ation was read from Mrs. Robert A. Howard requesting a non-conforming
permit to build, up to a 6 foot wall, separating their property from the alley
for the safety of her children.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that this matter be referred to the
Street and Alley Committee, City Engineer and Building Inspector for a report
back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that a Committee from the Central Labor Council had suggested
that the Council set a date for a meeting with the Legislative Committee and him-
self to discuss further their efforts and also to give their assistance to the
City of Renton in regard to securing remuneration in lieu of taxes on the Boeing
Airplane Company Plant and the New Foundry building, near the Pacific Car and
Foundry Company, The Mayor further stated that Thursday, June 14th at 7:30 P.M.,
was the proposed date of said meeting. (Councilman Hagen stated he could be
present at this meeting.)
The City Clerk read a propostion received from Frank H. Hopkins, owner of the
Seattle Plywood Company, 7th & Waterway, in regard to the installation of a water
main to his place of business on Cedar River near the Boeing Airplane Company
Plant, stating that he would furnish 3" used seamless boiler tubing, not less than
12 gage, with standard pipe connections on each end, in sections of 30 to 40 ft.
long; that this pipe would be all prepared, dipped on the outside and delivered
at the site with all the required fittings, except the meter; that the City and
Waterway Commission could take care of digging the trench and installing the pipe
and covering same; that the Seattle Plywood Company agrees to sell the tubing at
the price of new 2" pipe and deduct their payment for same from rental due the
Waterway Commission. They request quick action as they anticipate putting in s
boiler and also need drinking water and sanitary facilities.
Mayor Baxter stated this proposed line could serve the Mill near this location
also.
Councilman Swift stated that in his opinion, a committee should be appointed to
investigate this matter and also said that in case water was pumped from Cedar
River to usein case of fire, under no circumstances should any of the water from
Cedar River be allowed in the City of Renton's water lines. Councilman Bruce
stated, that in his opinion, if the City should put in a water line at this
location, other firms that might locate near this company, should be allowed their
water requirements from said linep but that as he understood the proposal of Mr.
Hopkins, no one else would be allowed to connect with the proposed water line.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this matter be referred to the City
Engineer and Fire & Water Committee to investigate and report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated, that on his request, the Civil Service Commission had certi-
fied, for appointment by Mayor Baxter, the names from their eligible list for
the following positions:
Angelo Busato - Chief of Police
C. E. McCarthy - Assistant Chief of Police
Charles 0. Swartfager —Patrolman
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Mayor Baxter appointed Angelo Busato, Chief of Police C. E. McCarthyt Assist-
ant Chief of Police and Charles 0. Swartfager as a new Patrolman. All appoint-
ments are to be effective on July 1, 1951.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Holm, that the Council concur in the appoint-
ment of Mayor Baxter.
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Mayor Baxter declared a short recess to allow the Property Committee to meet with
the Park Superintendent to discuss the Park Department Tennis Court fence project.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RIMM,
TANBORINI, DULLAH.4NT AND HOLM.
Councilman Bruce reported that the Property Committee had met with the Park Super-
intendent and that his committee would like to have an on-site survey of this pro-
posed fence project, and further, that he felt after such a survey, that he would like
"power to act" for his committee, if this were a satisfactory arrangement.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Property Committee and that they be given power to act. Carried.
Mr. Bruce Bartley, Attorney for Mr. Barei, owner of the property where the -Cedar River
Housing Project is located, addressed the Council and requested that Mr. Barei be
given consideration by the City Council.. in any action taken regarding the operation,
acquisition, or disposition of the Housing Units in Cedar River Park and further-
explaining the different actions that might be taken by the Council in regard to same.
After discussion regarding a date to be set for further consideration of the various
points of this problem, by and between the Council as a whole, the City Attorney and
Mr. Barei and his representatives, Mayor Baxter stated, that in his opinion, if a
meeting date were set 30 days hence, the Council would have plenty of time to investi-
gate the matter thoroughly.
Moved by Freyman., seconded by Bruce, that a meeting be arranged with the Housing
Authority, Mr. Barei and his representatives, the City Attorney, the Council as a
whole and the Planning Commission on Monday night July 16th at 7:30 P.M. Carried.
The City Clerk requested that the City attorney and City Engineer meet with him on
Friday, June 15, at 7:30 P.M., regarding the application for transfer of Cedar River
properties to the Renton Housing Authority,
Mayor Baxter appointed Angelo Busato, Assistant Health Officer, effective July 1,,
•� 1951.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Mayor. Carried.
Mr. J. Steiner, representative of the Teamsters Union requested a meeting date with
the Police & License Committee, City Attorney, Police Chief, Taxicab Driver -re-
presentatives and operators to discuss the Taxicab ordinance. Mr. Steiner stated that
in January 1944., at which time the present taxicab ordinance was drafted, he had re-
ceived wonderful cooperation from the Mayor and City Council, but that times have
changed and the present taxicab ordinance needed revision.
Councilmen Delaurenti stated that he was planning such a meeting in the near future
and all interested parties would be so notified. That he was waiting for the
appointment of the new Chief of Police and that he would be able to set a date for
said meeting after this evening.
Councilman Swift further stated that he would like to ask the City Engineer to have
the striping done on the streets and Highways during the dry weather, as it was
impossible to tell the center of the streets in the rain or on dark days.
The City Engineer agreed to have as much of this striping done as weather and man
power would permit.
Councilman Swift informed the Mayor that the proposed crosswalk location between
the junction of 2nd Avenue and Rainier Avenue and Tobin Avenue and Rainier Avenue had
been agreed upon, but that the Light & Power Committee were still trying to secure a
crosswalk light for this intersection.
Mayor Baxter stated that there had been several near accidents in this vicinity and
if a light is not immediately installed that crosswalk markings should be painted on
the street.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Dullahant., that the meeting be adjourned. Carried. The
The meeting adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
June 19, 1951.
The regular meeting of the Renton City C6uncil was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: City Attorney, Arthur Haugan; Assist—
ant City Attorney, Gerard Shellan; Ange Busato, Assistant Chief of Police, Floyd now
Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer;
James Highton, City Engineer; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager and Dave Pugh, Budget
Director.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the minutes of the June 12, 1951
meeting be approved as corrected. Carried.
A request by the American Legion for permission to hold a 4th of July Celebration
in Liberty Park, to include Fire Works Display at the High School Stadium, under
the supervision of the Fire Department, with assistance of the Police Department
was read from Dr. C.P. Ambrose, Assistant Chairman of the celebration. They request
that all charges be waived, except the usual $1.00 charge to Fraternal and Service
Organizations for non—profit celebrations.
Moved by Tambori ni, seconded by Freyman, that this request be granted to the Ameri—
can Legion, provided they pay the $1.00 charge and the Committee in charge of the
celebration check with the Boeing Airplane Company and Air Forces on the Renton Air—
port before holding this celebration.
Mr. Lon Tackett, Chairman of the Park Board assured the Council that the Committee
had received approval from the Park Board before going ahead with their plans, also
that the new fireplace was the property of the Park Board and would be available to
the American Legion.
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The motion carried.
A communication was read from the Disabled American Veterans, Valley Auxiliary No.
12, Washington, signed by Jessie Rowan, Commander, requesting permission for their
Auxiliary to sell hand made rugs in the Highlands, and that the License fee be
waived. These rugs are purchased at cost from the American Lake Hospital and are
made by the mental patients at the Hospital. All profit goes back to the hospital
to buy more material for the rehabilitation of the patients.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that this request be referred to the
Police & License Committee and City Attorney with power to act. Carried.
A request for a non—conforming permit to leave the foundation of his new home where
it is, as he has spent considerable time and money, was read from Eugene Sylvia.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Dullahant, that this request be referred to the Planning
Commission and City Engineer for a report back. The motion did not carry.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that a Special Committee consisting of the
three Councilmen living on Renton Scenic Hill (Reid, Richardson and D.Lllahant) ,
together with the City Engineer be appointed and a short recess be declared, to
allow this Committee to go with Mr. Sylvia to investigate his request (on site)
and come back with a report. Carried.
A request for a non—conforming permit between Elmer G. and Dorothy F. Poeske, and
Gerald E. and Beatrice Vrabek, Lots 19 and 18 respectively, Block 20, Renton High—
lands, per agreement, was read. The request further stated that this agreement
mutually provides for the construction of garages upon their respective properties
up to and adjacent to the common boundary line between aforesaid properties.
The City Engineer explained that a non—conforming permit would not be rea_uired if
they would stay 3 feet from the dividing property line.
Councilman Holm stated he was familiar with this request and according to Ordinance
No. 1164 in his opinion, the Council could grant this permit if the Planning Comm—
ission will examine the ground and finds it wont be detrimental and will approve of
same.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this matter be referred to the
Planning Commission for their recommendation and a report back. Carried.
A communication wasiead from the Northern Pacific Railway Company, Tacoma, Washington
:signed by T. J. Kane, Superintendent, stating that the City Clerk's letter of June 2,
1951 had been referred to him; that on January 18, 1946 they had received a eommLuli—
cation from the City Engineer, after discussing with representatives of the City, that
this type of signal they proposed, and as now in place, was acceptable to the City
of Renton. They considered this type of signal more effective and estimate $500.00
expense to make the requested change. They request additional information as to what
has prompted the City to request this change.
Councilman Swift stated that a letter be forwarded to the Northern Pacific Superin—
tendent, informing him that the City just wants the subject signal lights turned
the opposite way, horizontal instead of vertical, and furtherosta.ted that he could
see no reason for such a high cost for this change.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the City Engineer draft such a letter
of clarification to the Northern Pacific Railway Company. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Central Labor Council, signed by Opal Chadwick
Secretary, requesting the City Council to extend Rent Control for the City of Renton
until December 31, 1951 or for the duration of the National Emergency, in case the
National Emergency lasts beyond December 31, 1951.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Assistant City Attorney answer the
Renton Central Labor Council's letter. Carried.
A letter of congratulations to Mayor-Joe F. Baxter and the Renton Civil Defense
Council for the excellent manner in which the City of Renton solved the problems re—
sulting from a hypothetical bombing attack on the City of Renton and the southern
environs of°Seattle was read from Colonel William D. Frazer, Director of the Office
of Civil Defense, King County.
Mayor Baxter stated that all Committee Chairmen had received copies, or similar
letters and requested the letter be filed.
A communication was read from the Pacific Coast Building Officials Conference, stating
r•• that the first Conference cf the Western Washington Chapter of the Pacific Coast
Building Officials would be held in Aberdeen, commencing with a dinner at 6:30 P.M.
on June 26th. They request that the Chairman be notified by an enclosed post card,
whether a representative will attend this conference.
The City Engineer stated that Mr. Walt Will, Building Inspector for the City of
Renton had expressed his desire to attend this conference.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that this communication be referred to
the Building Inspector and that he be requested to attend this conference and that
his expense be allowed. Carried.
A memorandum was read from Earl Coe, Secretary of State, signed by Kenneth N. Gilbert,
Superintendent of Elections, in regard to the"New Loyalty Oath" to be executed by all
City employees, and for candidates filing for City Offices.
Moved by Tamboriai, seconded by Richardson, that each Department Head be notified
to see that all employees in his Department sign said Loyalty Oath and these Oaths,
when completed, be filed in the City Clerk's Office, Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter,
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORSNI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
Councilman Reid reported for the Special Committee appointed to investigate the
request of Mr. Eugene Sylvia for a non—conforming building permit, stating that his
committee recommended that Mr. Sylvia should comply with regulations as stated in
the Building Code ordinance, and that the request for a non—conforming permit be
refused.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Special Committee. Carried.
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The City Clerk read a proposed F.esolution of the City of Renton, Washington requesting
transfer of. temporary housing Project Wash-45136 (Cedar River Park) pursuant to Title V1
of the Lanham Act.
After a thorough discussion on the Resolution, the Assistant City Attorney informed the
-Council that this Resolution was just an application for extension of the option which
grants the City the right to assume control of the project. The Assistant City Attorney
further stated that if the two letters, which were attached to the proposed Resolution
and directed to Mr. M. C. Redman of the Seattle Field Office of the Public Housing Ad-
ministration, one from Mayor Baxter and one from himself were read, the meaning of the
Resolution would be more easily understood. The City Clerk read the letter from the
Assistant City Attorney to Mr. Redman.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council adopt proposed Resolu-
tion No. 813 as read. A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye; Del-
aurenti, Aye; Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, No; Hagen, Aye;
Tamborini, No; Dull.ahant, Aye and Holm, No. There being 7 Aye's and 3 No's, the
motion carried.
Mayor Baxter granted the Street and Alley Committee more time on the petition from
A. B. and Jessie Lituhfield for the vacation of 7th Avenue from the west side of
1 Cedar Street to the east side of Main Street.
The Street and Alley Committee recommended that the request of Mrs. Dorothy I.
Howard for a non-conforming permit to build up to a 6 foot wall be refused and that
Mrs. Howard be so informed.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recorimenda-
tion of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
The Street & Alley Committee instructed the City Engineer to establish a truck load-
ing zone as per the request of the MacDougall Southwick Company, et al.
Councilman Reid informed the Council, in regard to "Stop and Go" lights for the
intersections of 2nd Avenue and Williams Street and 3rd Avenue and Shattuck Street
and the cross-walk light near 2nd Avenue, and Rainier Avenue, that he was going to
inquire tomorrow of the supplier for definite information as to why the City is not
able to get subject lights from them.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that at the next Planning Commission meeting on the
27th of June at 8:00 P.M., they were going to discuss the 4th Avenue extension;
that there was going to be a State Highway Department Representative present and
Councilman Delaurenti urged all Councilmen to attend this meeting.
Councilman Dullahant informed the Council that he had been unable, so far, to obtain
the Survey and Rating report from the Washington Survey and Rating Bureau that he
had requested and that if same is not received before next Council meeting, that
his committee would bring the subject of a water survey before the Council for open
discussion.
Councilman Bruce stated that his committee does not recommend that the Seattle
Plywood Company be granted permission to use boiler tubing for water pipe to their
place of business on Cedar River, near the Boeing Airplane Company, that should
their request be granted for a water line, that they be required to use regular
galvanized pipe, or its equivalent.
Councilman Hagen reported that the Legislative Committee had met with. the Central
Labor Council last Thursday, June 14th and together they had agreed mutually to
support the City of Renton in renewing efforts to try and obtain Federal remuner-
ation in lieu of taxes on both the Renton Boeing Plant and the new Foundry, near the
Pacific Car and Foundry Company.
Councilman Reid thanked the Mayor and Council for electing him President of the
Council for the next year, stating that he appreciated the honor. �.
Councilman Swift stated that he had received numerous protests regarding North
bound traffic on both Cedar street and Mill Street, that motorists were traveling
at excessive rates of speed and causing damage to property and fences in negotia-
ting the corners where they intersect 4th Avenue, that in his opinion, it would be
a good thing to have red reflector lights installed to warn motorist:,.
Councilman Holm recommended that the Police Department made a study of this pro-
blem and other similar problems in the Highlands that have been referred to the
Council previously and should concentrate on a Traffic Survey in order to have
traffic signs installed wherever needed and then to enforce all traffic regulations.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Frey-man) that this matter be referred to the Police
Department. Carried.
Councilman Swift further stated that the Street and Alley Committee recommend that
the '"temporary parking area" in front of Tony's Cleaners from the intersection of
Bronson Way and Main Street to the intersection of Bronson 'day and 2nd Avenue be
removed.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Richardson: that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Street and Alley Committee and subject temporary parking area be
eliminated. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that the Street & Alley Committee recommended a discussion
by and between the Street & Alley Committee, the Traffic Division of the Police
Department and Representatives from the Board of Directors of the Lake Shore Lines
in regard to means of improving traffic conditions and obtaining a more centrally
located bus depot and waiting room for the convenience of the public using bus
transportation.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hagen that the City Clerk transmit a letter to the Lake
Shore Lines in compliance with the recommendation of the Street and Alley Committee.
Carried.
Councilman Dullahant inquired if the City Council of Light & Power Committee had
made a formal protest against the Federal Tax on Public Utility Power & Light that
is to be effective in the near future.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Richardson, that the Power & Light Committee and
Legislative Committee draft a protest to the Federal Government against the Federal
Tax on Public Utility Power and Light. Carried.
Upon request, information was given that the Sanitation Committee hadbeenassigned
the problem of locating a -satisfactory area for a Garbage Dump.
Councilman Swift asked if there was any information in regard to the two old houses
on Burnett Street, (one between... 5th and 6th Avenue on the west side of Burnett
Street, which is badly deteriorated, and the one between 6th and 7th Avenue on the
-� east side of Burnett Street, which had burned partially down) and asked if it would
not be feasible for the City Attorney to initiate proceedings in an endeavor to have
these structures removed.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Attorney be requested to in-
vestigate the possibility of having subject structures removed and report back to
the council. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following having previously been audited by the Finance Committee were pre-
sented:
C IJRRE14T
PAYROLL ALL DBPART14MS $624,445.?0 1444-1598
CLAIMS CURR= 11,556.96 9544-9576
CLAIMS WATER 210 629.79 84,13-8418
CLAIMS CITY STREETS 265.71 6104-6110
CLAI1%1S AIRPORT 159.28 1176-1181
CLAIMS SEWN DISPOSAL 178.21 2098-2103
CLAIMS LIBRARY 226.80 2351-2355
CLAIMS PARK 613.16 1577-1581
CLAIMS ATHLETIC 536
CLAIMS CUMULATIVE #1183 13.52 372-373
CLAIMS CIVILIAN DEFENSE 12.22 24-25
CLAIMS CUMULATIVE #1184 12.82 419
CLAIMS FIREMENIS PEN, FUND. 250.00 60-61
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 10:15.
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Renton, Washington
June 26, 1951 Ow
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe F.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYNAN, HAGEN, TRIMP
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney, Ange
Busato, Assistant Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk;
Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park
Superintendent and Dave Pugh, Budget Director. (Walt Will was unable to be present
as he was attending a Convention at Aberdeen.)
Moved by Reid, seconded by Freyman, that the minutes of the meeting of June 19,
1951 be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NOS, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2694 200.00 Steve Bodrero 422 N. Burnett reroof residence
5 50.00 Tawrence G. Smart 2103 8th Ave. N. install driveway
6 18.00 Metal Mart 1025 3rd Ave. install wiring
7 90.00 C. W. Hood 2305 6th Place install porch
8 11500.00 Roy Danielson 546 Park Street install plumbing
9 -,- Pacific Car & Fdry. 4th & Factory instal]. plumbing
2700 92000.00 Tom Richter, Jr. 51.1 N. Wells erect residence
1 100.00 Pete Gatti 501 N. Wells repair roof
2 102000.00 North Renton Clinic 1st N. & Pelly addition on bldg.
3 100.00 Chas. R. Houghton 2118 6th Place remodel house
4 300.00 Frank Omaits 11513 116th Ave SE install fireplace
5 300.00 Chas. E. Taylor 13814 84th S. erect bulkhead
6 100.00 Mrs. D. Church 710 C Street install driveway
7 20.00 John Neal 505 Pelly install wiring
7A 100.00 Jim Ashurst 309 Cedar St. erect porch
8 - Neil Pierluca 4242 Rainier move house
8A 50.00 George Bruce 1208 5th Ave North remodel house �.
8B 100.00 Eugene Barnes 2308 7th N. install tank
9 700.00 F. Scheuch 123 Pelly St. _ siding on bldg.
10 700.00 George Garrison 539 N. Williams St. siding on bldg.
1 130.00 Mrs. Alice Forrester 11601 116th Ave SE install wiring
2 400.00 R. D. Rhodes 915 1st Ave. N. install siding
2A 4)950.00 Mrs. Alice Forrester ll601 116th Ave SE erect residence
3 - a n to, If »i install plumbing
This being the night set for the opening of the bids Qn the garbage trucks, the
following bids were read:
COMPANY NET PRICE SALES TAX TOTAL PRICE
White & Pope (A) $4302.22 $129.06 $4431.28
it a (B) 4639.40 139.18 4778.58
It of (C) 4900.98 147.00 5047.95
Wening Motors 4852.34 145.57 4997.91
Williams & Swanson 4500.00 136.50 4686.50
Frank Rhodes 4365.42 142.06 4507.4.8
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that the Council as a whole recess to dis-
cuss the bids. Carried.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: MID, D ELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN„ HAGEN, TRIMM,.
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
Councilman Reid, President of the Council, reported that the Committee, consist-
img of the Council a s a whole recommended that the bid of Williams and Swanson,
in the amount of $4686.50 be accepted.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Committee of the council as a whole.
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On the auestion, Councilman Dullahant stated, that in his opinion, there was not
much use in the council calling for bids, if they did not accept the lowest bid, if
such bid met the specifications of the call for bids.
A roll call vote, being taken as follows: Reid, aye; Delaurenti, No; Richardson, aye;
Swift, No; Bruce, aye; Freyman, Ayg; Hagen, ave; Trimm, aye; Tamborini, aye; Dullahant,
No and Holm, Aye. There being 8 "Aye's and 3 No's", the motion carried.
Councilman Tamborini stated th9t all checks received with bids that were not accepted,,
should be returned to the respective bidders.
Moved, by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the City Engineer submit specifications
.� in order that a "call for bids" for the type of bodies, complete with hoists, re—
quired to fit the trucks, ordered for garbage collection, may be published. Carried.
A communication was read from Thomas McLerran to the Chairman of the City Council
requesting information as to his vacation pay for 1950 stating that he had not taken
a vacation for 1950 and was entitled to vacation pay, that he had not received a
definite answer in this regard.
The City Clerk stated that he had been informed by the Fire Chief that according to
the vacation schedule kept by the Fire Department, that Mr. McLarren had taken his
vacation in 1950. The Fire Chief stated that this information was correct, but that
he knew nothing of this matter until the Clerk had shown him the letter.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that this matter be referred to the Fire Chief
and City Clerk to check the dates Mr. McLarren had taken his vacation and so inform
him by letter.
On the question, Councilman Swift stated that in his opinion, a copy of this letter
should be read at the next council meeting.
Mayor Baxter stated, that hin his opinion, this matter should be taken up by the
Civil Service Commission, and that the result of their investigation should be re—
ported back to the Council with their recommendation in regard to game.
Councilman Richardson stated, that it was hip opinion that if the man has terminated
his services with the City, it would not be legally possible for the City to make
a payment of this type.
Councilman Tamborini, with the consent of Councilman Reid, his second, withdrew his
motion.
The City Clerk stated that he had never received an inquiry of any kind from Mr.
McLarren. The City Attorney stated that he would have to investigate the records
before giving a decision on the question.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Fire Chief, City Attorney and City
Clerk, investigate this matter thoroughly and report the result to Mr. McLarren
by letter and that a copy of said letter be read at the next Council meeting. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, stating that inquiries
have been received from owners of industrial property, adjacent to the City
boundaries, regarding`the use of the City's sanitary sewer system, as Puget Sound
Power and Light Company was previously granted this privilege; that the City Engineer
would like to extend this privilege to other industries on the same basis, where
there is no conflict with the best interests of the City.
The City Engineer stated that there was considerable activity in regard to Sanitary
sewer service for industrial property just outside the City limits — that the Metter
of transfer of ownership or sale of property is quite often dependent upon the sewer
system, and requested permission to use his discretion in extending this service for
industrial purpose on the fringe of the City of Fenton. The City Engineer further
stated that he would thoroughly consider all requests before granting any.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that the `'ouncil concur in the recommendation
of the City Engineer. Carried.
A communication,,,as read from the U. S. Post Office, signed by John Lott, Postmaster,
requesting free parking zones in front of the Post Office from the driveway entrance
south of the Post Office building, northward to the Doctor's clinic.
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On the subject, Councilman Reid stated, that in his opinion, if the City Council
authorized the removal of meters in certain areas, that a precedent would be es-
tablished which might eventually lead to the removal of all meters, which in his
opinion would be detrimental to the best interests of the City.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this request be referred to the Street
and Alley Committee for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from the Board of County Commission-rs, written by Ralph
R. Stender, Deputy for Robert A. Morris, Clerk of the Board, acknowledging receipt
of the Mayor's letter of June 12, 1951 in regard to the 140 acre tract of land
recently acquired by the County for gravel supply purposes. The communication stated
that the"Board of County Commissioners, in regular session on June 18, 1951 on
motion agreed that the County would be willing to negotiate with the City of Renton
for the sale to the City of such part of said land as is no longer needed by the
County, when same is determined, with the understanding that the property be used
for municipal purposes only and subject to existing leases."
Councilman Richardson stated, that in his opinion, this meant the property, if the
City is able to acquire any portion of same, could be used for Municipal purposes
only and subject to existing leases, that it did not cover the use of this pro-
perty for residential purposes, and with this knowledge, the communication should
be filed until such time as it has been determined what portion of the area is
available, at which time a Committee could contact the County in regard to negotia-
tion for same, or endeavor to work out a satisfactory solution for the City. The
communication was ordered filed.
A communication was read from Romeo A. Bott, executive Secretary of the Statewide
City Employees Retirement System, requesting information as to the retirement of
Thomas J. Nelson, who on October 1, 1951, will reach the normal compulsory retire-
ment age of 65 and will have to retire unless the Council extends his time to the
age of 67.
Mayor Baxter stated, that in hi_s opinion, this communication should be referred
to the City Engineer, who after dine consideration, should report back to the Council
his recommendation regarding same.
The City Engineer requested sufficient time to make a thorough investigation of
the question under consideration before making a recommendation back to the
Council on same.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the request of the City Engineer
be granted. Carried.
A bulletin from the Statewide Pension & Retirement Svstem Board of Trustees in re-
gard to "change in policy of paying withdrawal applications" was read. Starting
I mmediately, applications for withdrawl of contributions are not to be presented
to the Board of Trustees until after receipt of the last payroll bearing the name
of the employee eligible to withdraw contributions. This will mean that with-
drawals will generally be paid at the end of the month following that on which the
employees name ast appeared on the payroll. It was further requested that appli-
cations for withdrawals be not sent in until the employee is actually off the pay-
roll, including earned vacations, compensatory time, etc., and that the off-slip
should show the severance date as the last day on the payroll.
The City Clerk stated that this meant that it would require two weeks to a month
longer for an employee, after severance of employment with the City, to receive
their contribution refund checks.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that a copy of the "Change in Policy
of paying withdrawal applications" be furnished to all Department Heads, a copy
to be posted at the City garage and a copy furnished the Secretary of the Employ-
ees Club of the City of Renton, to be read at their next regular meeting.Carried.
A communication was read from Walston, Hoffman and Goodwin, signed by C. Robert
Osterlund, requesting that their "Walston Market Letter" be posted daily on the
bulletin board in the street entrance of the City Hall. (The Walston Market Letter
is a daily commentary of news, politics and stock market notes, sent out from their
office on Wall Street, which has proved to be a definite aid to the average busi-
ness man as well as to the investor.) There is no obligation or fee connected with
this letter, and if any of the City officials would like to receive the letter
personally, same would be forwarded free, on receipt of a postcard, or telephone
call.
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Councilman Richardson stated, that if the City Council felt such notices would be
of benefit to the public, the City Clerk should be instructed to post same.
Councilman Swift, stated that in his opinion, this form of bulletin would be of no
benefit to the public, and could see no reason why the City Clerk should be bothered
with it.
Councilman Hold stated, that in his opinion, the bulletin board was never intended
to be used for miscellaneous advertising, but as a place to post the City's legal
notices, Funeral notices, and other notices of public interest and concern.
The communication was ordered filed.
Now The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Resolution No. 814. The City Clerk read
proposed Resolution No. 814 extending Federal Rent Control over rental horsing
accommodations within the City of Renton, in compliance with the "Housing and Rent
Act of 1950", until the 31st day of December, 1951, or for the duration of the
present emergency, whichever period may be longer.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 814 as read. Carried.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Richardson, that a copy of Resolution No. 814 be fur-
nished the Renton Central Labor Council. Carried.
The City Clerk read a petition signed by three of the personnel from the City Clerk's
office, three of the personnel from the Treasurer's office and one clerk from the
City Engineer's office, requesting the Council to take the necessary steps by the
passage of an ordinance, as required by law, to permit the offices designated to
be closed on Saturdays.
The City Treasurer stated a similar petition was prepared before the last Council
meeting, but that she had disapproved of the wording and it had not been presented
to the Council.
The Mayor stated in regard to Saturday closing of the Clerk's Treasurer's and
Engineer's offices, that in his opinion, the Council should take into consideration,
the convenience of the general public.
After a short discussion by the Council, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid,
that the petition be referred to the Department Heads in charge, for a written re-
port back to the Council, stating their recommendations. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that his committee had met with John Dobson, Attorney,in
regard to the vacation of 7th Avenue between Cedar and Main Street (on the side hill)
and that they had reached an agreement whereby, if the City desired to maintain an
easement on a portion of the street, they would petition for the vacation of 40
feet and re-deed to the City the south 10 feet, or would petition for the vacation
of the north 30 feet, omitting the south 10 feet altogether; that the petition has
been signed by all abutting property owners, including Puget Sound Pover & Light;
that Mr. John Dobson would re-present his corrected petition at the next Council
meeting.
Councilman Swift reported that the Street & Alley Committee had investigated the
matter of 4th Avenue traffic with the" 2 hour NO PARKING ban" from Burnett Street
to Main Street and further stated that the Committee was considering the feasibility
of establishing a parking zone from Burnett Street to Main Street on the south side
of 4th Avenue, to be 8 feet wide, the remaining 24 feet of the street to be marked
with a centerline 12 feet from the north side of the street and 20 feet from the
south side of the street with a loading and unloading zone marked from Wells Street
to Main Street, with a 15 minute limit for loading and unloading. No parking to be
allowed on the north side of the street in question.
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Councilman Swift stated that the committee had power on a temporary basis, to make
a test of such an arrangement and that he would report the result of same to the
Council at a later date.
Councilman Swift asked that the Windsor Hills Community Club be requested to submit
their recommendations to the City in regard to the streets in Windsor Hills being
put in condition for this summer and coming winter; that the City is not in a
position to improve the streets at the City's expense, except for maintenance, and
that the City Clerk should be instructed to contact this group again, in writing, and
ask them for a reply submitting their recommendations for the type of improvement
preferred.
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Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the action
and recommendation of the Street & Ai_1ey Committee. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that the Police & License Committee was still working
on the taxicab ordinance - that they were waiting for the owners to report back their
recommendations.
Councilman Dull-ahant stated that the Fire & Water Committee had considered the
qualifications and past experience of Mr. Richard E. Wolff for the proposed over-all
water survey for the City of Renton and recommended that he be hired for the
special survey which is to be under the direction of the City Engineer.
Moved by Richardsons seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommenda-
tion of the Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that if a sewer system survey were to be included in the
above survey for the same price, he thought the City should take advantage of it.
pity Engineer James Highton stated that arrangements should be made for the pay-
ment of Mr. Wolff for this proposed survey, as far as the budget was concerned, and
it was his understanding that the expense for the consultants fee should be charged
to one of the Cumulative Funds.
Councilman Dullahant stated, that it was his understanding, if the survey was com-
pleted by October, the City could receive a portion of the expense back from the
Government. The City Engineer stated that funds were available to the Cities from
the Government, only on direct work of a water or sewer system.
Mayor Baxter stated that Mr. Shepherd of the Grande Company had offered the
services of the Company to make a survey of the water and sewage systems free, if
Grande and Company were allowed to handle the financing of the proposed improvements
in said systems.
The City Attorney stated that the City should have a written contract with Mr.
Wolff in regard to the proposed water survey, but that it would not be necessary
to draft a resolution to cover the transfer of funds until the contract is com-
pleted and the City is ready to pay for the work.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the matter of transfer of funds
to cover the expense of the proposed water survey be referred to the City Attorney
and City Engineer.
Mayor Baxter granted Councilman Dullahant more time for a report on the matter of
furnishing city water to the Seattle Plywood Company on Cedar. River, near the
Boeing Airplane Company.
Councilman Reid stated that he had investigated the possibility of securing signal
lights and had been informed that they would be available by the last of June.
Councilman Richardson stated that the bidder who was awarded the contract to fur-
nish the Street sweeper had stated that it would be delivered within 60 days from
April 3, 1951, and that said bidder had been granted an extension of 30 days, and
now the City has been informed that the sweeper would not be received until the 1st
of August and as the bidder has not lived up to his original agreement, asked the
City Attorneyts opinion as to the legality and feasibility of penalizing the bidder
incase deliverywas not made soon.
The City Attorney stated that the City had this recourse, if the City held a con-
tract from the bidder.
Councilman Dullahant stated that he had talked to the salesman representing
another Company and had been informed that they could furnish a sweeper by July
2, 1951.
Councilman Swift stated, he had heard from a reliable source that the bidder was
unable to obtain an engine for the sweeper and that August lst would be the earl-
iest possible delivery date. Councilman Richardson stated that the City should get
a definite answer from the bidder as to the date of delivery. The City Engineer
stated he would request a written answer from the bidder in regard to the delivery
date of the sweeper.
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June 26, 1951 being the date set for the hearing on the annexation of the property
adjacent to the northwest corner of the Renton Airport across Rainier Avenue, and
there being no written or oral protests, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by
Delaurenti, that the necessary ordinance for the annexation of the property as de-
scribed, be drafted by the City Attorney and presented at the next council meeting.
Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated, that in his opinion, the people who are channeling the
streets are doing a very nice job and should be congratulated.
Councilman Dullahant stated that Beacon Avenue, from Grant Street to Renton Avenue
-should be posted as "not a through street." That the City had greded and improved
..� the street and it is now being used as a race track, which is causing quantities of
dust to settle on the homes on the south side of the street; that if the street were
closed at -the top, it would stop racing down the hill.
Councilman Richardson stated that the 6ity had been informed that this is City of
Seattle right-of-way property and the City of Renton has no control over same.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Dullahant, that this matter be referred to the City
Engineer to contact the proper Departments of the City of. Seattle informing them
that said thoroughfare is a nuisance and recommending to them whatever action is
most advisable. Carried.
('ouncilman Reid stated, that he had heard that the main water line into Renton
had a number of leaks, and in his opinion, this line should be reconditioned imme-
diately.
Mayor Baxter stated that this would be included in the new water survey and further
stated that water conditions are very critical in the Highlands, Kennydale and
Honeydew, which could create serious fire hazards; that the elevated tank at Kenny-
dale had gone dry several time, and that the Police Department is enforcing water
restrictions to control the water supply in these areas.
Councilman Reid stated that one hour parking only signs on 2nd Avenue North, be-
tween Park Street and Garden Street had been torn down and that people were parking
along this street all day and that the property owners had asked that these signs
.�. be put back up by the Engineering Department.
Councilman Swift, Chairman. of the Street and alley Committee informed Councilman
Reid that the Street & Alley Committee had discussed this matter along wi-th various
other problems and that the City Engineer, at the present time, was making a
thorough investigation.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the next Council meeting be held
on July 10, 1951. Carried.
Mr. Dave Pugh, Budget Director, announced that some of the budgeted items were al-
ready depleted and gave the different items that were already completely expended
or almost expended and suggested that aCommittee investigate expenditures to date,
in comparison to the amounts budgeted, and make their recommendations; that the City
Clerk and himself are at the present time preparing their recommendations which will
be submitted to the Council with the seri-annual financial operation report.
Mayor Baxter stated that prior to the hiring of the Budget Director, for the City
of Renton, when Budget items were depleted, charges were set-up against the un-
expended items improperly, that this was a regular occurance as they are unable, at
the time the budget is made up, to anticipate all required expenditures for the year,
and that the Council as a whole should have a report of all items that are com-
pletely, or almost expended. The City Clerk will furnish all Councilmen any infor-
mation needed in this regard.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The meeting
adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
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July 10, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, SWIFT, BRUCE, HANSEN, TRIMM, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
(COUNCILMEN RICHARDSON, FREYMAN, HAGEN AND HOLM BEING ON VACATIONS, were excused).
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attor-
ney, Police Chief, Ange Busato,; Fire Chief, Floyd Lawrence; City Clerk, Wiley
Crook; City Engineer, James Highton; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack
Schneider, Airport Manager; -Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh, Budget
Controller. (The City Treasurer, being on vacation, was excused.)
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Delaurenti, that the minutes of the June 26th meeting
be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2714 $400.00 Wattie M. Rock 343 Whitworth install wall
15 100.00 Chas. R. Houghton 2108 6th Place install furnace
6 50.00 Lillian C. Stolz 2114 8th N. construct walkway
7 803.00 Earnest Lancaster 517 Whitworth reroof house_.
8 100.00 Charles A. B runett 622 G. Place construct fence
9 100.00 Margaret Cook 13435 91st Ave. S. install door
20 - Oehm Kirkman lst Ave. N. & Pk.St. plumbing
1 500.00 George Jacobson 2405 6th Ave. N. remodel house
2 200.00 H. 0. Fitzpatrick 12209 SE 141st St. install wall
3 6000.00 Cecil Wakelam 8606 Langston Rd. frame residence
4 100.00 L. W. Lemon 643 H. St. erect fence
5 800.00 Douglas Lewis 522 Wells St. install unit
5-A 100.00 Mrs. J. W. Libby 2821 8th Place install range
5-B 300.00 Oliver Espetveit 903 F. St, erect garage
6 - Dr. Larry Lackie 115 Third Ave. install plumbing r
7 100.00 Mike Lotto 12.8 Park Ave. break curb
8 - Elsie Chandler 13230 91st Ave. S. install furnace
2677 400.00 Bernie Thomas 13254 Rainier Ave. break curb
A petition was read from Harry Kamstad, owner of property described as that por-
tion of the NE-j of NEJ Section 81 Twp. 23, R 5 E, WM., requesting that said pro-
perty be rezoned from residential to commercial. The petition was signed by 9
property owners as being in favor of said rezoning and all being within the limits
of 200 feet of the property to be rezoned. (South of Sunset Highway midway between
114th and 116th Avenue southeast, near Millers corner.).
The City Engineer reported that these signatures represented 64.41% of the pro-
perty o-vmers of the total area, as being in favor of said rezoning.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that this petition be referred to the
Planning Commission for their recommendation and a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from R. I. Burhans, Vice President of. the Corley Mortgage
Company, enclosing a proposed plot plan of Renwood, a development for which their
company is the sponsor for the owner, which was approved by the King County Planning
Commission on June 26, 1951, with the proviso that it bs submitted to the City of
Fenton Planning Commission for their approval, and a commitment as to the intention
of the City of Renton in regard to furnishing sufficient water supply to serve
this area in the future. This plot is located on southeast 132nd Street, known as
Honeydew Road, and is about one-half mile north of the Sunset Highway and one and �■rl
one-half miles east of the city limits of Benton. The houses are to be medium-
priced, built to FHA standards and insured under F.H.A. They request (1) consider-
ation and approval of the plot, (2) a commitment from the City of Renton as to their
intentions in regard to a sufficient supply of water to the area and (3) a commit-
ment from the Water Department which would allow them to start immediate construct-
ion of a maximum of five houses, using the present water supply system. They state
they will install a 4" main from the point where the water line now terminates,
ie., 700 feet south of their plot , up to the proposed plot, provided sufficient
pressure and supply will be furnished by the City. They further state that filing
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of this plat with the County Recorder's office is dependent upon the City of
Renton's action and request a prompt answer.
The City Engineer stated that-the loc-.ation of this property is in an area dependent
on the Highlands water tank for a supply of water and that the capacity of the tank
and the supply of water for this area is inadequate to furnish water for additional
sections, especially in the summer time when the amount of water used is at its
greatest volume. Councilman Dullahant stated, that in his opinion, the City of
Renton should not be committed to furnish water unless it is able to do,so.
A representative of the Corley Mortgage Company stated that their Company's purpose
at this times was merely to obtain a statement from the City Council to the effect
that the City of Renton was at the present time conducting a water survey for the
purpose of enlarging and improving their water system, which would modify the
statement by the City Engineer that there was not sufficient water supply in this
area to serve this new development at the present time.
Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary of the "hamber of Commerce and a member of the King
County Planning Commission stated that this request had been presented to the King
County Planning Commission who had referred it to the City of Renton for a definite
commitment by the City of Renton to furnish water for the area in question.
Mayor Baxter stated, that in his opinion, this matter should be referred to a
committee for a thorough investigation.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Dullahant, that this communication be referred to the
Fire and Water Committee, Ways and Means Committee and City Engineer for investi-
gation and a report back. Carried.
The City Clerk read a communication (received July 6th at 4:30 P.M. , ) from John
W. Truman, 915 F. Street, stating his basement was flooded on June 6th by sewage
water, which backed into his sewer system from the sanitary sewer main and that
the same thing had occurred apnroximately 6 months previously when the water re-
servoir was being emptied. Mr. Truman listed actual damage in the amount of $40.40
but was unable to include an amount of damage to an auto radio, newly installed
automatic washer and hot water tank at the time of the writing of the letter. Mr.
Truman requested approval of the bill as well as action to prevent a future like
occ;urrence.
The City Iagineer explained that it was necessary to drain the storage tank into
the sanitary sewer system when it was being cleaned and it would be quite ex-
pensive to diver this drainage to the storm sewers.
The Building Inspector stated he had investigated this situation at the time, and
in his opinion, the amount of damage claimed was vezy reasonable. The City Clerk
stated he would contact the Insurance Representative for the City of Renton, Mr.
William Davis, to see if the City's Insurance covers this type of damage.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that this claim be referred to the City Eng-
ineer, Building Inspector and City Attorney with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from the District Engineer in Seattle stating that a
permit was issued by the Department of the : rmy for dredging the Cedar River.
That interested parties are invited to submit in writing any objections that they
may have to the proposed work and mail same to reach their office not later than
July 12, 1951.
Mayor Baxter stated this was for the purpose of application for permission to
dredge the river and ordered the corununication filed.
A permit was requested by W. R. Powell of the National Poultry Equipment Company,
615 Wells Street north, Renton, Washington, to allow them to place a trailer house
on their industrial property at the above address. The tenants} who have been in
their employee for approximately 20 years, will serve as watchmen for their plant.
They state they will comply with all City regulations in regard to sanitation.
Councilman Bruce stated that this was private property and was across the road
from, and approximately 200 feet south of Mothers Park.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that this request be referred to the
Police and License Committee, City Engineer and Building Inspector with power to
act. Carriedo
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A communication was read from Robert S. McCaw, President of KXRN, known as the
Interlake Broadcasting Corporation in regard to broadcastir_� public: notices and
other legal communications for the City of Renton.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that this communication be referred to
the Legislative Committee to investigate the cost of the proposed broadcast of
legal notices as compared with newspaper publications of same and report back.
Carried.
A communication was read from Alice V. Asplund, Secretary of the Renton Highlands
Community Club requesting a copy of the Council meeting minutes be. sent to the
Renton Highlands Community Club in care of Mrs. Dorothy Howard, 2513 7th Avenue
North, Renton 2, Washington.
After considerable discussion as to the exact purpose of the unofficial copies
of the minutes furnished to the Councilmen for their specific information, it
was decided that if any additional copies are available for service clubs and
civic organisations, same would be available in the City Clerk's office.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that according to law, one copy
should be available in the City Clerk' s office for the publics inspection.
Moved by Dul.lahant, seconded by Trimm, that the Highlands Community Club be in-
formed that they can apply to the City Clerk's office for an unofficial copy of
the Council meeting minutes, if same are available. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Treasurer requesting more time to present
her recommendation as to the closing of the Treasurer's office on Saturdays.
A communication was read from the City Engineer recommending, in view of the small
amount of business transacted on the last eight `=.a.turdays, that the City Engineer's
office be closed on Saturdays, that the office hours will be efficiently arranged
for a full 40 hour week.
A -similar letter was read from the City Clerk, recommending in view also of the
small amount of business transacted with the public, that the employees in the
City Clerk's office be allowed Saturdays off, stating further that arrangements
will be made for each employee to work a full 40 hour week, efficiently, without
working on Saturdays.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the
Council enl?orse the wishes of the Department Heads and the employees be allowed
their Saturdays orf. Carried.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Swift, that the above motion be amended to read
the employees be allowed their Saturdays off for a trial period for the months
of July, August and September. The amendment carried. The motion then carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Trimm, that this matter be referred to the
Ordinance Committee and City Attorney to prepare and present an ordinance.
Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that the White Construc-
tion Company wished to be advised regarding the results of the petition for pay-
ment of the claim in the amount of `1480.00 for work performed on Cedar. River dur-
ing the flood emergency five months ago.
The City Clerk read a communication from Ralph R. Stender, Deputy for Robert A.
Morris, Clerk of the Board of King County Commissioners, stating that at their
June 25th meeting, the Board had rejected the City's claim for payment for work
performed during the flood emergency on Cedar Fiver in February, 1951 in the
amount of A480.00.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Reid, that this matter be referred to the City Engin-
eer and Ways and Means Committee for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that a meeting had been
scheduled for the Mayor and City Council and the Planning Commission to meet with
State Department of Highways Officials on Thursday afternoon, July 19, 1951 at
2:00 P.M., in the Council f�hamberst to discuss the subject of the origin and desti-
nation survey of the State Highway Planning through the City of Renton and vicinity.
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This meeting is very important and all are urged to attend. A public evening meeting
on the spme subject with the same officials present is scheduled for 8:00 P.M.,
on the same date in the Council Chambers. The State Highway Department requests' that
the City endeavor to have this public: meeting well attended by a strong represen—
tative group as the subject is of vital city—gide interest.
The City Engineer stated that the Planning Commission and Chamber of Commerce had
been notified of this meeting and stated, that in his opinion, all service clubs
and organizations should be notified to have a representative present, that this
was a verb* important meeting.
The City Clerk was requested to contact the Chief of Police, City Attorney and/or
.w Assistant City Attorney as well as the different service clubs and civic organi—
zations to have their representatives at this meeting.
A communication was read from the City Engineer giving the cost of the present
method of manual street cleaning to August lst as approximately x$600.00 and stating
that the additional cost to acquire a competitive sweeper would be $903.00 with
no firm delivery commitment, also enclosing an answer from the Columbia Equipment
Company regarding the delivery date status of the previously purchased Austin—Western
Street sweeper.
The City Clerk read a letter from R. R. Hicks, Vice—President of the Columbia
Equipment Company explaining that although the sweeper was available on the specified
date, the engine was not available, that they will ship the sweeper on July 23rd
and further thanked the City for their consideration in regard to this late shipment.
The City Engineer stated that no competitive sweeper would be available before the
one that was ordered did arrive.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication filed.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess to enable the Fire & ;Dater Committee and the
Council as a whole to meet with representatives of the Seattle Plywood Company and
the Sanitation Committee to meet with the Council as a whole.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, SWIFT, BRUCE, HANS11, TRIMM, TAMBORINI AND DULLAHANT.
This being the night set for the opening of bids for furnishing and installing a
fence around the tennis courts at Liberty Park, the following bids were received.
AMERICAN STEEL & WIRE COMPANY (Cyclone Fence Division) $2619.36
CALIFORNIA WIRE CLOTH CORPORATION 2670.58
Both companies state, that without priorities, they are unable to entertain the
time limit guarantee of completion without a priority; that after notice of award,
they wil3 complete this workk in approximately 45 days.
Moved by Dull.ahant, seconded by Hansen, that the Council award the bid to the
lowest bidder, the Cyclone Fence Division of the American Steel and Wire Company in
the amount of $2619.36 and the City clerk and Mayor be instructed to sign the
necessary papers. Carried.
On advice of the Assistant City Attorney that it was legally permissable, it was
moved by Tamborini, seconded by` Hansen, that the proposal to the Cyclone Fence
Division of the American Steel & Wire Company for a fence around the tennis courts
at Liberty Park be written with a 45 day completion limitation, instead of the 30
day limitation as shown in the bid, due to recent Government priority regulations.
Carried.
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The City Engineer presented specifications for two garbage truck bodies.
Mayor Baxter stated that as the Council as a whole had already discussed the speci—
fications, that it would not be necessary for the clerk to read them, but that the
committee would make a report.
Councilman Trimm stated that his committee would like to recommend that a call for
bids be published and the date of July 24th be set for the opening of bids on the
basis of the specifications as presented by the City Engineer and thoroughly dis—
cussed by the Sanitation Committee and council as a whole.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by--Hansen, that the Council accept the recommen—
dation_ of the Sanitation Committee. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1405 as presented by the Ordinance
Committee, annexing certain territory to the City of Renton on or after the 1st
day of August, 1951, which shall constitute a part of the City of Renton and shall
be subject to all the laws and ordinances of the City of Renton then thereafter
enforced. The property being described as adjacent to the Renton Airport across
Rainier Avenue and bounded by Renton Avenue Extension, 91st Place south and Rainier
avenue and shall constitute a part of Precinct No. 1 of Ward 7 of the City of
Renton.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that proposed ordinance no. 1405 be re—
ferred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 14.06 as presented by the Ordinance
Committee, amending Ordinance No. 1048 relating to the operation of motor driven
vehicles within the City of Renton, Washington,regulation thereof and providing
penalty for the violation thereof, adding thereto a new section to be designated
as section 54, of Chanter Vll, to read, Aiding and Abetting violation — — that it
is unlawful to counsel, aid or abet the violation of or failure to comply with any
o" the provisions of this code.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Tamborini, that this proposed ordinance be. referred
to the ordinance committee. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1405 and
No. 1406 and recommended their passage.
Moved by ,Swift, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed. Ordinance No. 1405 be placed on its
second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by
Hansen, that proposed Ordinar_r;e No. 1405 be passed as read.
A roll call vote being taken as folloias: Reid, Aye; Delaurenti, Aye; Swift, Aye;
Bruce, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Tamborini, Aye and Dull_ahant, Aye. All
Councilmen present voting "Aye", the motion unanimously carried.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation of the Ordinance Committee and requested that proposed Ordinance
No. 1406 be placed on its second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1406 be passed as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye; Delaurenti, 4ye; Swift, Aye;
Bruce, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Tamborini, Aye and Dullahant, Aye. All
Councilmen_ present voting "Aye", the motion unanimously carried.
li communication was read from the pity Engineer submitting plans, specifications
and the preliminary assessment roll for the constr^action of a sanitary sewer
in Earlington and vicinity, under Local Improvement District No. 239 and stating
that a portion of the district represented by the petition was deleted from the
plans because it would be impractical from an engineering standpoint and with
so few dwellings to be served, the cost would be prohibitive. The estimate of cost
for the improvement as submitted is $101,150.00. The City Engineer recommended
that if it is the desire for the property owners in this district to proceed with
the project, then the contract proposal should include the construction of the
trunk sewer from the bottom of the Langston Road to the connection with the ex—
isting trunk sewer at Second Avenue'and Shattuck Street.
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The City Engineer stated that the area south of the Sunset Highway was omitted
as it was too expensive and many of the residents had objected to such a hiC.
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cost as was given in the preliminary survey.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the plans and speci—
fications of the City Engineer and the hearing on' the assessment roll be set as
August 72 1951. Carried.
After a discussion on the subject, it was moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti
that the City Planning Commission and the King County Planning Commission be in—
formed of previous action of the Renton Council in authorizing the City Engineer
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to issue special permits for the use of Rentonts sewage facilities at industrial
sites, on the fringes of the City of Renton, at his discretion. Carried.
Councilman Dulla.hant stated that his committee recommended that the City Engineer
and City !attorney, with the Waterway Comriission, draft the necessary papers and the
City Engineer make the necessary arrangements to furnish City of Renton water to
the Seattle Plywood Company on Commercial Waterway property near the Boeing Airplane
Company on Cedar River.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Fire & Water Committee. Carried.
The City Clerk reoorted for the Fire Chief in regard to vacation pay requested by
Mr. McLaren, formerly of the Fire Department, that after a discussion with the
Assistant City Attorney, and obtaining his views in regard to this matter and some
of the Councilmen's opinion, he would like the opinion of the Council as a whole.
The Assistant City Attorney stated, that according to his understanding of the
Ordinance, there might be some room for a misunderstanding, that in his opinion, the
man had received his full amount of vacation pay and he has no more coming, therefore
the intent of the Council would control the situation, that there would be no
question about it. That according to the Ordinance, an employee does not get a
vacation until he has completed his first year of employment with the City, in the
second year he is entitled to one week, and after two years of steady employment
with the City, he is entitled to two weeks in the third year; that this interpre—
tation would entitle the employee two weeks of vacation for each year of employment,
after he has completed two full years, but only one week vacation after the first
full year of steady employment.
The Budget Director stated that he had followed the policy with the hourly City
employees, that an employee is entitled to one week vacation after one full year
of employment, and he is entitled to take said vacation at any time convenient to
his department after the completion of the one full year of employment.
The Assistant City Attorney stated, that he would interpret the ordinance so that
after three consecutive years of steady employment,the employee would be entitled
to five full weeks of vacation'— one week after the first year, two after the
second and 2 more after the third year of steady employment.
After considerable discussion, it was moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the
interpretation of the subject be referred to the Ordinance Committee for their
exact clarification as.to vacation time earned and a report back. Carried.
The City Clerk was instructed to inform Mr. McLaren that this matter has been re—
ferred back to the Ordinance Committe for their full clarification.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Trimm, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having previously been audited by the Finance Committee were pre—
sented:
CURRENT
PAYROLL ALL DEPARTIMNTS, 14,763.89 1598-1721
CLAIMS CURRENT 1,413.37 9577-9586
CLAIMS AIRPORT FUND 36.76 1182
CLAIMS SEWER DISPOSAL 121.60 2104
CLAIMS LIBRARY 343.61 2357-2366
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 11:15 P.M.
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July 17, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, HAGEN, TRIM., TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND
HOLM,
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: GERARD SHELLAN, Assistant City Attorney;
Ang. Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief, Wiley Crook; City Clerk,
James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Walt Will, Building
Inspector and Dave Pugh, Budget Director.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the minutes of July 10th Council
meeting be approved as written. Carried.
A letter of thanks was read from Frank P. Huntley, President of the Highline Junior
Chamber of Commerce for the personal appearance of Officer Frazee of the Renton
Police Department at the Highline Junior Chamber of Commerce annual J1aly 4th cele-
bration at Highline.
Mayor Baxter ordered the communication filed.
A request for permission and authority to hold a Marine Corps League Weapons Exhibit
in Renton on public display for a two or three day period in July or August was re-
ceived from Robert N. Blum, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Marine Corps League, Depart-
ment of Washington. All funds derived by contributions will be expended for rehabili-
tation purposes.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that permission be granted to hold the exhibit
under the supervision of the Police Department. Carried.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Planning Commission
stating that after considerable investigation and examination of the property, that
the petition of E. J. Poeske at 544 E. St., and G. E. Vrabeck at 2402 5th Ave., No,
for the purpose of building adjoining garages on their property line be denied, as
in their opinion, it Would spoil the apnearance of both places.
The Building Inspector stated that he had talked with Mr. Vrabeck today and informed
him of this action and explained fully the reasons, and Mr. Vrabeck had informed Mr.
Will that both Mr. Poeske and Mr. Vrabeck would proceed with the building of their
garages as recommended by the Building Inspector and Planning Commission.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Planning Commission. Carried.
A communication was read from Jessie Clulow# 615 High Street, stating that she would
like tp purchase Lot 17, Block 2, Morgan's Grandview Addition to Renton, if the City
does not intend to use same, which she understands is owned by the City of Renton,
and which she needs to construct a garage as her property does not have sufficient
space.
Councilman Richardson stated that this particular property was formerly occupied by
a fire station and originally belonged to Mr. Usibelli, that this property was
supposed to have been deeded to the City of Renton - - that several years ago some-
one had tried to purchase this property from the City and it had been determined at
that time that this property did not belong to the City of Renton. The City Clerk
informed the Council that he would check further through the records to see what
information he could find.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that this request be referred to the Property Now
Committee, City Engineer and City Clerk for a report back next meeting. Carried.
A report was read from the City Engineer and Building Inspector stating that they
had reviewed Mr. John W. Trumants claim for damages incurred when his basement was
flooded due to an overloaded manhole caused by City maintenance worisy stating that
upon investigation, that in their opinion, the claim is nominal and recommended
that same be presented to the Insurance Company for their consideration.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommenda-
tion of the City Engineer. Carried.
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The City Engineer presented a proposal for the improvement of 2nd Avenue from Logan
Street to Rainier Avenue by paving-with asphaltic concrete. The Cost of the proposed
improvement- is estimated to be $33,000.00 and School District #403 has agreed to
pay 1/3 of the cost.
Councilman Swift stated that his committee had been working on this improvement,
under the direction of the City Engineer, for several months, that they had held
several meetings with the School Board and School Superintendent, who has power to
act during the school vacation, and the Street and Alley Committee recommends that
the City proceed with this improvement.
Councilman Richardson stated that the proposed improvement would provide a safety
isle for students and reduce traffic hazards. Councilman Swift further stated that
-- originally they had proposed to use the center of the street for angular parking,
but upon further investigation had decided that this would cause a pedestrian hazard
for the school children. The City Engineer presented a drawing of the proposed im-
provement.
Councilman Swift stated that the City would make provisions for water for the lawn
in the isles at the street center.
Moved by-Bruce' seconded by Reidy that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Street and Alley Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that his committee had hoped the Council would approve the
proposed improvement, so the City Engineer had been requested to draft the specifi-
cations for the call for bids for same.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Clerk publish the proposed
„Call for Bids" as submitted by the City Engineer and that same be published July 19,
and 26, 1951 and the date of hearing be set as July 31, 1951 at 8:00 P.M. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL, REID,RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, HAGEN, TRIM, TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND
HOLM.
Mr. Tom Hogan of Kennydale addressed the Council and pleaded for an additional
supply of water to a certain area in Kennydale that at the present is supplied with
a one inch main for 13 families and by the first of August the addition of another
family will increase the number to 14 families. Mr. Hogan further stated that these
families do not have sufficient water during the daytime for drinking or other
sanitary purposes, that the matter of watering their yards is completely out of
the questions except at the hours of 3:00 and 4:00 o'clock in the morning, that as
the City of Renton took over this water systems, it was the responsibility of the
City Council to see that these families served by this water system had an ample
supply of water; That from the standpoint of fire protection, it is essential to
have an adequate supply of water. Mr. Hogan's statements were veritifed by Mr. Neil-
sen, another Kennydale resident who was present.
Mayor Baxter thanked the gentlemen for informing the Council of their difficulties.
The City Engineer informed the Council he would have to check to determine how
far this particular area was from the 2" water line, and also stated that there
was an 8" water main in Kennydale.
Mayor Baader inquired of the City Engineer if it would be possible to alleviate this
condition by installation of a 2" water line to this area on a temporary basis as
the water survey being made at the present time would probably include this area.
The City Thgineer stated that this would alleviate the condition in this area, but
that there were other areas near that should also be furnished an adequate supply
of water.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Engineer furnish an
estimate of the cost of a 4" line to the area from the point where the 1" line
now joins the 2" line, also the advisability of same. Carried.
Councilman Dullahant stated, that in his opinion, if other people had similar
complaints about their water supply, if they would report same, the council could
consider their request.
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Mayor Baxter requested the City Engineer to submit his report to the next Council
meeting.
Councilman Dullahant further stated that in his opinion, the City of Renton would
not be obligated to furnish Fire hydrants to this area as the area is a part of a fire
district.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 815, as presented by the ordinance
committees fixing the date of Tuesday, August 7, 1951 at 8:00 P.M., in the Council
Chambers for the hearing on the Assessment Roll which has been filed with the City
Clerk for Local Improvement District No. 239, the improvement of Earlington and vic—
inityt by the construction of a sanitary sewer system.
Moved by Richardson., seconded by Tamborini., that the Council adopt Resolution No.
815 as read. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1407 as presented by the Ordinance
Committee., amending Ordinance No. 1063 relating to the duties of City Officials and
providing the hours during which the officies of the City Officials shall be open,
Section 1-1 to read: The office of theCity Clerk and the office of the City Treas—
urer shall be kept open for business from t .u .� A.M... .to .5.500P.M. o of *ach day
except Sundays and legal holidays; the office of the City Clerk and the office of the
City Treasurer shall be kept closed on Saturdays.
Councilman Richardson stated that in the Ordinance Committee's opinion., the time
had been left blank for the 6. that
decision as to the hours the offices should be
kept open.
Mayor Baxter asked if the Council would make a decision. The City Clerk stated that
it was the opinion of the City Treasurer and himself that the matter of office hours
be left to the discretion of the Council.
The Assistant City Attorney stated that a former law passed in 1941 requiring Muni"
cipal offices to be open from 9:00 A.M.S to 5:00 P.M., except Saturdays and on
Saturdaysp from 9:00 A.M., to 12:00 noon.. but that under present State laws, the
matter of office hours for the City Clerk's and Treasurer's office is entirely up
to the Council.
Mayor Baxter stated that the hours the office were opened would not necessarily
govern the employees hours.. that he knew of many times both prior to 9:00 A.*... and
after 5:00 P.M., that employees of both the City Clerk's and City Treasurers' office
have been very busy with City business.
Councilman Swift stated that in his opinionp it was not advisable to ]seep the offices
open an extra hour on Fridays$ providing the Department Heads see that the employees
each work 40 hours per week.
Moved by Swift., seconded by Richardson, that the hours from 9:00 A.M., to 5:00 P.M.,
be inserted in the Ordinance. Carried.
Moved by Tamboriniq seconded by Reid, that proposed Ordinance No. 140'7 be referred
to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that the majority of the Ordinance Committee reported
favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1407.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reidp that the Council accept the recommendation of the
Ordinance Committee and proposed Ordinance No. 1407 be placed on its second and
-final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading$ it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richard—
son. that Ordinance No. 1407 be adopted as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye, Richardson, Aye., Swift, Aye..
Bruce, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm., Aye; Tamborinip Aye; Dullahants, Aye and Holm, Aye#
all Councilmen present voting Aye, the motion unanimously carried.
A communication was read from Mr. Doyt E. Benjamin, National Commander of the
American Railroad Transportation Corps stating their organization is conducting
a National Drive to build a National Memorial Home in Pocono Mountains Resort.,
18e miles from New York Cityp in honor of servicemen who have made the supreme sacri—
ution
fice for our would
receiveaadcittaationoofaHonoript of a as well. asnthebCity'sfor same*ra me being the
of Renton would re
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on the roll of honor in the home.
Mayor Baxter, stated that in his opinion, the City of Renton could not legally
contribute to such a fund, but that any persons wishing to contribute, either for
themselves or in the name of the City of Renton, were welcome to do so, Mayor
Baxter ordered the communication filed.
The City Clerk read a communication from the Renton Central Labor Council signed by
Opal Chadwick, Secretary, enclosing a copy of a resolution adopted by the Renton
Central Labor Council and stating that said resolution had been adopted by the
Washington State Culinary Alliance and the Washington State Federation of Labor,
further, that they are going to continue to try and get support for it, that even—
tually they feel they will get government help and hope that the Renton City Coun—
cil continues to get other groups to endorse similar resolutions.
The resolution stated that it was the consensus of their body, in the matter of the
Boeing—Renton Airplane Uompany and the New Foundry at the Pacific Car and Foundry
Company being removed from the tax rolls, that the Government should take the
necessary steps to provide reimbursements in lieu of taxes for said properties, to
the City of Renton and other local taxing districts.
Councilman Richardson stated that he had just read in the Oregonian where this matter
had been taken up before the State Federation of Labor Convention in Spokane and had
passed unanimously, and in his opinion, the City Council should endeavor to get
other groups to pass similar resolutions.
Councilman Swift stated that the Council should continue this program with other
civic organizations.
Secretary Reynolds of the Chamber of Commerce stated that he was going to start a
program on similar resolutions in the Chamber of Commerce again, even though a
previous effort had been disapproved by the Budget Director at Washington, D.C.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the Council send a letter of thanks
to the Renton Central Labor Council, the Washington State Federation of Labor and
the Washington State Culinary Alliance. Carried.
Councilman Richardson, stated, that it was his understanding at the time-the
_.. Ordinance No. 1377 was drafted, that after an employee has completed one year steady
employment, he was entitled to one week vacation in the second year, and after two
years of steady employment, he was entitled to two weeks vacation in the third year,
after the third year of steady employment, he was entitled to two weeks vacation
in the fourth year, etc., that the Ordinance Committee would like to report that
they are in favor of the ordinance and recommend that it remain in force as it now
reads.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated, that after careful investigation and after consulting with
the City Engineer and City Treasurer's office, his committee recommended that
the parking meters be left as they are now, in front of the Post Office.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street and Alley Committee. Carried.
The Street and Alley Committee recommended that the meters on the south side of
Walla Walla Avenut from Burnett Street to Main Street be removed, and this area to
be used for a loading and unloading zone when and if the Council decides to create
same. There are approximately 25 meters to be removed. The Street and Alley Committee
further recommended that meters be installed on the east side of Burnett Street from
3rd to /;th Avenue, stating that it was the desire of the committee that this re—
commendation be referred to the Traffic Division of the Police Department for study
and a report back at the next Council meeting.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Street and Alley Committee. Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that the Superintendent of the Northern
Pacific Railway Company had informed him that their Engineers were planning on
building up the grades at both the 6th and 8th Avenue crossings on Burnett Street
where the railroad raised their grade.
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Councilman Reid stated that the "Traffic Control° ,light for the intersection of 3rd
and Shattuck had been received and would be installed as soon as possible; that most
of the lights that had been ordered throughout Renton had been installed.
Councilman Tamborini reported that his committee, after much consideration, recommen-
ded that the claim of the White Construction Company, in a total amount of $524.60
for diking Maplewood Creed and Cedar River and removing a highway slide, which has
been rejected for payment by the County Commissioners, be paid from Civilian Defense
Minds and turned over to the City Attorney for collection of same from the County.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the recomc►endation
of the Ways and Means Committee, Carried,
Councilman Tamborini reported that the Police and License Committee recommended OWAU
that Mr. W. R. Powell of the National Poultry Equipment Company, 615 Wells Street
North be granted a permit to place a trailer house on their industrial property,
conforming with all city regulations in regard to sanitation, etc., that the Council
be requested to vote on this question rather than the committee having power to act.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Swift, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter granted the Ways and Means Committee more time to bring in their re-
commendation in regard to the question of several items in the budget that are al-
most expended and their recommendations in regard to an emergency budget.
The City Engineer stated that he hoped the proposed meeting between the State High-
way Department representatives and the people of Renton on Thursday night would give
them some clarification as far as traffic lights on the State Highways inside Renton
are concerned, so that traffic coming from the Maplewood Homes Addition, the em-
ployees returning from work at Shuffleton and other traffic congested intersections
similar to and including 6th and 8th Avenue North, going west towards Logan Street
would have some relief from traffic congestion at said location.
Councilman Reid stated that the State would permit such traffic lights as they
approved, but these lights were of.a design,that is very expensive to purchase;
that the type that the City would recommend to be purchased were considerably less
expensive.
Councilman Richardson stated that in his opinion, the Council should take action
to purchase and in-tall the needed traffic signals and charge the State Highway
Department for same.
Mayor Baxter stated, that in his opinion, the Council should take some direct action
and if possible, to secure the cooperation of the State Highway Department for the
installation of much needed traffic signal lights.
Councilman Dullahant stated that in his opiniop, the City Hall should have more
adequate janitor service, and suggested that some arrangements be made+ whereby the
service could be improved.
Mayor Baxter informed Councilman Dullahant that the amount set up in the 1951
budget was inadequate to secure the amount of service that would be necessary to
keep the City Hall in as nice and clean condition as most of the Councilmen would
like it to be kept, and that he considered that the City was receivin€; as much in
service as could be reasonably expected from the amount set up in the budget; that
in order to secure a complete service, more money would have to be in the budget
than is now budgeted.
Councilman Tamborini, stated that it was his understanding, the present arrangement
of the janitor dividing his time between the City Hall and the Library was for a
trial period only and that as this was not proving to be satisfactory, other arrange-
ments should be made.
The City Clerk explained that $190.00 per month was allowed for janitor service for
the City Hall and $75.00 for janitor service for the Library, which included the
$20.00 blanket raise for all employees, which seemed to be inadequate pay for the
service required for the City Hall znd Library in order to keep both buildings in
as nice and clean condition as the Councilmen would like and that he could see no
way of securing additional funds to pay for additional janitorial services unless
same could be provided for by an emergency budget and that otherwise -the Council
would have to wait for the 1952 budget to correct this matter. The City Clerk
further stated that cleaning the windows in the City Hall on the street floor is
done by contract work and same are cleaned each wsek, that the upstairs windows are
cleaned only by special request; the venetian blinds are also extra work, not in-
eluded in the regular work of the janitor, and as far as the outside of the build-
ing is concerned, this matter had been discussed by the Council previously but no
arrangements had been made for the work to be done.
Councilman Swift stated that in his opinion, the City Hall should have a full time
janitor.
The Building Inspector stated that in his opinion, from his own experience, the City
Hall could be cleaned with muriatic acid and water at a nominal price.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the Building Inspector submit an estimate
of cost of cleaning the face of the City Hall Building at the next Council meeting.
Carried.
Councilman Reid stated that in his opinion, the traffic light at the intersection
of Bronson Way and Main Street with 2nd Avenue should be investigated as this light
did not seem to give the best results.
The City Engineer stated that a State Highway-Department Engineer had offered to
come to Renton to investigate the traffic lights that are already in and those that
are needed, if he could be given the assistance of two men.
Councilman Richardson stated that in his opinion, the City should take advantage
of this offer and that the Police Department might be able to spare one man and the
City Engineer or Street Department one man, with the approval of the Chief of Police
and City Engineer, which was given.
Councilman Bruce stated that in his opinion, a committee consisting of Council
members should be appointed to submit a report to the Council on the matter of the
Cityls interest in the Cedar River Park Project, that there were only five more
months for the City to make their decision regarding same.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Reid, that the Mayor appoint a POLICY COMMITTEE of five
to establish a policy in regard to the disposition of the Cedar River Project.
Carried.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Tamborini, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having previously been audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
PAYROLL CURRENT -PAYROLLS - -ALL DEPARTMENTS 23y978.54 1722-1873
CLAIMS CURRENT 6,447.69 95°7-9654
n WATER 3,084.50 8418-8432
n CITY STREETS 2,053.20 6111-6123
SEWER' DISPOSAL 472.11 2105-2114
n AIRPORT 6,502.33 1183-1195
n LIBRARY 143.30 2367-2371
n PARK 1066.52 1581-1593
n ATHLETIC 26.01 587—
CUM. #1182 164.80 26
n n #1183 456.54 374!375
n n #1184 419
n FIREMENIS PEN. FUND 250.00 62-63
n CIVILIAN 1EFENSE 31.17 26-29
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Swift, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The meeting
adjourned at 10:45 P.M.
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Renton, Wn ,
July 24, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8300 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, RICHARDSON , SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIM., TAM—
BORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM. (Councilman Delaurenti, being on vacation, was excused)
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attorney,
Ang Busato, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk;
Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park
Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector and
Ted Noel, acting Budget Director. (Dave Pugh, being on vacation, was excused.)
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the minutes of the meeting of July 17,
1951 be approved as written. Carried.
AULICATIONS, FUR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUB TTED BY THE BUILDING DEPART=
NO,, AMOUNT NAM ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2729 $6700.00 H. R. Jackson 306 Meadow St. residence
30 — Mrs. Agnes Carroll 8903 140 South install plumbing
1 70.00 Wening Motors 2nd and Morris electrical service
2 — Roy H. Foster 422 Pelly install furnace
3 100.00 Arthur King 107 Williams remodel house
4 1000.00 Pacific Car & Fdry. 4th and Factory electrical service
5 950.00 Heilpern Clinic 1st N. & Pelly n n
5A 600.00 W. M. Lemenager 2504 9th Ave N. erect new garage
6 400.00 Leonard Devine 2409 7th Ave N. erect garage
7 400.00 Methvenis Motel 225 Sunset install water tanks
8, — Wm. F. Taylor 8644 142nd So. install plumbing
9 50.00 Joe Finn 821 D Sto install driveway
40 300.00 Mr. Zerwoodie R. 1., Box 1270 remodel house
1 100.00 Jess L. Cude 904 D. St, install driveway
2 — H. R. Jackson 306 Meadow install plumbing
3 150.00 Roland P. Forniglia 531 Burnett remodel house
4 1000.00 H. F. Mathewson 13805 90th S. erect garage
5 100.00 Boeing Airplane Co. Fenton, Wn. break curb
6 400.00 John H. Conkle 2220 9th P1, erect garage
7 200.00 L. H. Bowen 661 A. St, concrete steps & walk
8 300.00 J. Gigli 116 Logan St. siding
9 300.00 Dale Church 710 C. St, erect garage
50 400.00 Byron Knowles 916 F. St. erect garage
1 200.00 Earl W. Arfsten 825 A. St, erect carport
2 700.00 Stand. Oil of Calif. 3rd & Rainier install gas tank
3 400,00 Earl Haynes 2423B — 7th Ave. N. enclose carport
4 — Heilpern Clinic 1st N. & Pelly install plumbing
5 — Cecil Wakelam 8606 Langston Rd, install plumbing
6 — Reid & Cook Ser. Sta. 3rd & Burnett install n
7 100.00 Henry Hanks 2711 8th Ave. N. electrical service
A communication was read from the Traffic Department of the Police Department signed
by Ang Busato, Chief of Police and endorsed by James Highton, City Engineer,re—
commending that the parking meters on the south side of Walla Walla Avenue, between
Burnett Street and =lain Street be allowed to remain as they are. Subject communi—
caticn also recommended that parking meters be installed on the east side of Burnett
Street from 2nd Avenue to 4th Avenue, permitting loading zones and driveway en—
trances; parking spaces are to be increased from 18 feet to 22 feet and that parking
on 8th Avenue north between Logan Street and Park Street be eliminated at all
times to facilitate traffic to and from the Boeing Plant.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Holm, that the Council concur in the .recommendation
of the Traffic Division of the Police Department. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the recommendation that parking
meters be installed on the east side of Burnett Street from 2nd Avenue to 4th Ave—
nue, permitting loadin6 zones and driveway entrances, be referred to the City Eng—
ineers Street & Alley ommittee and Traffic Division of the Police Department to
determine the number of parking meters required and to designate loading zone areas.
Carried.
The appointment of Mr. Don Goodwin and Mr. Marvin Edwardson, as firemen, was made
by Mayor Joe R. Baxter, both men having satisfactorily served their six months pro-
bationary period, and being recommended by Fire Chief Floyd Lawrence and with the
approval of the Fire Department Civil Service Commission.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the appointments of
Mayor Baxter. Carried.
A communication was read from E. B. Tuttle of the Cyclone Fence Division of the
Cyclone Fence Division of the American Steel and Wire Company, enclosing the signed
original and one copy of proposal, together with Performance Bond, covering the
erection of a tennis court fence in Liberty Park.- The communication was ordered
filed.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that the equipment sheds
and enlargement of the yard at the City garage had been completed; that this work
in the amount of $6000.00 was to be paid from Cumulative Fund #11.83 and recommended
that the required resolution be presented to the Council. The City Engineer fur-
there requests the purchase of two additional steel filing cabinets for the Engineer-
ing Department to handle their increased volume of business at a cost of $200.00
and recommends that this purchase be paid from Cumulative Fund #1182.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this matter be referred to the Ways
and Means Committee and City Engineer for a report back. Carried.
The City Engineer requested more time to complete his study of the conditions in
regard to the certain portion o' the Kennydale water system that was referred to
him at the last Council meeting, stating that it would be necessary to install a
four inch water main 300 feet long at an estimated cost of $5500.00 to furnish
this area with an adequate water supply.
The City Engineer further stated that there were other nearly as serious conditions
In other locations and recommended that further action be held in abeyance until
the present water survey is completed; and further stated that the area in question
is served by a two inch water line.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that this information be referred to the Fire
and Water Committee for a thorough investigation of the problem and a complete
report back. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the City Clerk inform Mr. W. J. Hoven
of the Council's action and that the problem will be given further consideration
when the survey is completed. Carried.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning Commis-
sion, enclosing a copy of a letter from Mr. Dewey Auguston, together with a copy
of the Planning Commission's reply to Mr. Auguston. Mr. Auguston requested a
building permit to erect a carport on his house at 14066 Sunset Highway. (Primary
State Highway #2, commonly referred to as Dunlap-Canyon Road) The proposed car-
port would be a roof with posts to hold it up and no walls. The carport would be-
gin at the line of the State Highways 100 foot right-of-way, and run north to the
house, which is 20 feet. The Planning Commission advised Mr. Auguston that the
petition should be presented to the City Council.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this petition for a permit be re-
ferred back to the Planning Commission. Carried.
The Building Inspector stated that the Planning Commission had previously recommen-
ded that the City of Renton require a 20 foot set-hack on primary highways and that
to this date they had not received a recommendation, and that they were unable to
advise property owners on this matter until the Council had determined just what
policy they were going to follow; the Building Inspector also stated that the State
Highway Department permits any property owner to build to the line of the State
Highway's right-of-way, but that the State, could at any time remove the portion of
the building within 20 feet of the right-of-way
Councilman Richardson, with consent of Councilmen Hansen, his second, withdrew his
motion that this request be referred to the Planning Commission.
Moved by Ricrardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Building Inspector issue Mr.
Auguston a permit to build his carport as requested. Carried.
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Councilman Swift, stated that in his opinion, the Building Inspector should satisfy
himself as to the type of construction to be used, which the Building :Inspector
stated he would do.
The Planning Commission is to be so notified.
A communication was read from Tighe E. Woods, Housing Expediter, Washington 24, D.C.,
stating that their office had received the City of Rentonts Resolution No. 814, ex-
tending rent controls until December 31, 1951., or for the duration of -the emergency,
whichever is longer, "from the San Francisco Regional Housing Expediter. The Mayor
ordered the communication filed.
The City Clerk read a "Mutual Aid Agreement" drafted by the Chairman oTthe Board of
King County Commissioners, whereby the public interest that a "Mutual Aid Agreement"
providing a method whereby King County and the various municipalities in the County
agree to furnish medical, engineering, fire, transportation, law enfor:ement and
welfare services to each other and any town or city within its boundaries which may
be stricken by a military'or other disaster. The proposed Agreement explained all
forms of mutual aid and gave the limits of responsibilities to all subscribing parties,
further stating that any party to this agreement may withdraw from the same at any
time by giving 30 days written notice to all other parties to this agreement. The
document had forms attached providing for the signatures of the Mayors of the surround-
ing municipalities.
Mayor Baxter stated that the City Attorney had seen the subject "Mutual Aid Agree-
ment" and had advised that the City of Renton participate.
The Fire Chief stated that in his opinion, this agreement was similar "to the agree-
ment the Fire Department participated in during world war 2.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that this "Mutual Aid Agreement" be re-
ferred to the City Attorney and Civil Defense Committee to investigate and report
back. Carried.
The City Clerk read a petition for the vacation-of Block 18, Renton Highlands
Addition, which is platted and bounded by Lots 16 through 24, inclusive, all in
Block 180 and is signed by 100% of the property owners whose property abuts the sub-
ject alley.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the petition be referred to the Street
and Alley Committee and City Engineer to investigate and report back. Carried.
The City Clerk read a contract for Engineering services between the City of Renton
and Richard E. Wolff, Engineer for a comprehensive study of its water system., where-
by the City agrees to pay the Eagineer, Mr. R. E. Wolff, $3000.00 cash on completion
and presentation of this report. The Engineer agrees to furnish and perform the
various professional services required for the above named study. The City is to
make available to the Engineer such factual data, records, maps and other infor-
mation it may have pertinent to this study.
Original drawings, notes and computations are to remain the property of the Eng-
ineer. Reproducible prints of maps or drawings and extra copies of the report are
to be furnished at cost on request.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this contract be referred to the
City Attorney and City Engineer to- study and report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that the City had received from +;l-a State Development Fund, a
credit of $266.59 which they had to match in the same amount, and requested that
a resolution be presented to authorize the City to expend this money for the paint-
ing of signs and markers as originally recommended by the City Council.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the City Attorney be requested to
draft the necessary resolution. Carried.
As this was the date set for the opening of the bids for the two garbage truck
bodies, the following bids were reads
FRUEHAUF TRAILER COMPANY, 2411 6th s. (4) $2653.00
(30 day. delivery) State sales tax... 79.59
TOTAL..... $2732.59
each
EVERGREEN TRAILERS, 10702 Aurora Ave. (33) U206.00
(less than 60 da. del.) State sales tax.... _ a6.1�
TOTAL*.. ... 4332.18 each.
Moved by Richardsons seconded by Tamborini, that the above bids be referred to the
Sanitation Committee for their consideration and a report back to the Council. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to order
by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMMI TAMBORINI,
DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
Councilman Trimm reported that the Sanitation Committee recommended that the Council
delay awarding of the contract for furnishing garbage truck bodies for two weeks,
until the Councilmen could see a demonstration of both truck bodies.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Sanitation Committee, Carried,
Councilman Swift stated that he did not vote in favor of delaying the awarding of
the contract, as in his opinion, demonstrations should have been made prior to the
date of opening of the bids.
The City Engineer informed the Council that the City had a blinker light for 2nd and
Burnett, the same as the one located at 4th & Burnett, but that a bracket would
have to be secured for same.
The City Engineer informed the Council that he had been extremely busy with other
important matters and would try to prepare an estimate of the cost of improving 3rd
Avenue on the south side, by the installation of side walks, curbs and storm sewers
from Shattuck Street to -Rainier Avenue in the near future.
— The City Clerk informed the Council that a deed to the property that Mrs. Clulow
wishes to purchase from the City has not been located, but that he would check with
the King County Treasurer and Tax Assessor's offices to ascertain if the City
actually owns same, although the City paid an L.I.D. assessment on this property in
1950.
The City Clerk informed the Council that it would be necessary for the City Eng—
ineer to submit another petition to secure an alley from 4th Avenue to Walla Walla
Avenue, between Main Street and Williams Street, that the previous petition had
become outdated due to unavoidable delays.
The City Clerk informed the Council that he had contacted representatives of the
Lake Shore Lines in regard to a bus terminal in Renton, but that due to unavoid—
able circumstances, no meeting had been schedules. The City Clerk will endeavor to
make arrangements for a meeting as soon as possible.
Councilman Tamborini, requested more time for the Ways and Means Committee to
present their report on an emergency budget.
Councilman Swift reported that there was a tremendous agitation to install a "Stop
and Go" light at the intersection of Airport Way and Rainier Avenue; that the
recently annexed area adjacent to the Airport makes the intersection entirely within
the City limits of Renton and that this light is badly needed. Also, that the safety
Committee and Protection Department Representatives of the Boeing Airplane Company
had contacted the State Highway Department requesting a "Stop and Go" light at this
intersection, and that in his opinion, it is very important that definite action be
taken by the City Council authorizing the installation of subject light.
Councilman Reid stated, that he believed a former installation is still at this
location, and to put said light back in operation would require only the installation
of a control box.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce, that the City Engineer contact Mr. G. R. Cysewski,
District Traffic Engineer of the State Highway Department for permission to put
in operation a traffic light, of the type suggested at this location. Carried.
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Councilman Bruce stated that it had been brought to his attention, by a very re—
liable source, that there is an available site for a bathing beach within the City
limits of Renton on Lake Washington and suggested that a committee be appointed
to work with the Park Board to obtain this property for a Municipal Beach.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that a committee be appointed to work with
the Recreation Council, Park Board and Planning Commission to investigate the
possibility of the City securing this property for a Municipal Beach. Carried.
Mayor Baxter appointed the Property Committee to work in conjunction with the
Recreation Council, Park Board and Planning Commission to secure this property
for a Municipal Beach.
Upon request for information concerning same, Councilman Swift informed the
Council that the matter of obtaining Federal Funds in lieu of taxes on the Boeing
Airplane Company Plant was a matter between the City of Renton and Federal Govern—
ment, that Boeing Airplane Uompany cannot assist with this problem, although in
the past they have done whatever they possibly could for the best interests of the
City of Renton.
Mayor Baxter stated that in his opinion, the members of the Special Power Comm—
ittee should be formulating plans for some action and consulting other cities who
are in a similar position as the City of Renton regarding the light and power
problem, and that some decision should be made prior to October.
Councilman Reid stated that the matter of acquiring Power facilities is a prob—
lem to be solved by the City Council.
Councilman Swift stated that in his opinion, the City Council is obligated, as
a result of the election on the power question, to proceed with the acquisition
and operation of a Municipal Light and Power System.
The City Clerk reminded the Council there should be a special meeting on Monday
August 13, 1951 of the Council as a Committee, to review the estimates submitted
by the different department heads, of receipts and expenditures for 1952.. Such es—
timates to be assembled together for a preliminary budget.
Mayor Baxter stated that gravel would be available to the City of Renton from
Cedar River, providing the City of Renton would pay the cost of the dredging for
same, at an estimated 25¢ a yard.
The City Engineer stated that the City would need gravel to fill the Black River
Channel and that he would contact Gordon Adderson and investigate the approximate
cost to the City of Renton for this gravel.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
July 31, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN) HAGEN, TRIMM
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM. (Councilman Swift being on`acation was excoused.;
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Delaurenti, that the minutes of the July 24, 1951, meet-
ing be approved as written. Carried.
A communication was read from Ernest J. Tonda, Recording Secretary-Treasurer of
Local No. 864 International Association of Fire Fighters, requesting a meeting with
the Mayor and Council to disucss the possibility of securing an increase in salaries
for the members of the Fire Department and for the incorporation of same in the 1952
budget.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the commninication be referred to the Fire
and Water Committee to arrange a meeting with the Fire Department and report back at
the next Council meeting. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer recommending that Thomas Nelson be
retired from employment with the City of Renton upon reaching the age of 65, in
accordance with rules and regulations of the Statewide City Employees Retirement
System.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the re-
commendation of the City Engineer. Carried.
A cormunication was read from A. E. Hankins, Chief Examiner for Cliff Yelle, State
Auditors, enclosing four copies of the second supplement to the Code of Laws relat-
ing to Cities and Tows, covering the 1951 Session Laws, to be used in conjunction
with the original Code and first supplement. One copy to be retianed in the City
Clerk's office, one copy each to the Mayor and City Attorney and one copy for the
Council.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council's copy be given to the
Legislative Committee to familiarize the committee with the contents of the sup-
plement. Carried.
A communication was read from George G. Pasco, Chairman of the Fire Department Civil
Service Board, appointing George H. Thomas to the office of Secretary and Chief
Examiner for the Fire Department Civil Service Board for the City of Renton effective
August 1, 1951 due to the retirement of Agnes Edwards, former Secretary and Chief
Examiner.
The Assistant City Attorney reported that the office of Secretary and Chief Ebc-
aminer for the Fire department Civil Service Board could be filled by examination
in which everyone interested could participate including any member of the Fire
Department who is on the payroll of said department.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that Mr. George Thomas be allowed to
fill the position of Secretary and Chief Examiner for the Fire Department Civil
Service Board temporarily, until a competitive examination has been held. Carried.
The City Clerk will notify the Fire Department Civil Service Commission of the City
Attorney's opinion in this regard.
A communication was read from Mrs. Tony Booth, former owner of Tony's Cleaners,
stating that they still have a financial interest in this company, and that recently
due to a new traffic regulation, the curb in front of this business house has been
painted yellow and a NO PARKING sign posted, and that this has greatly interferred
with their business, as 60% of their cleaning is brought in and picked up by cus-
tomers. Mrs._Booth further stated, in their opinion, the street in front of the
east door of the building is wide and presents no traffic hazard and requests re-
consideration of this matter to allow for a parking space of sufficient area for
parking two cars with a time limit for 15 minute parking. Mrs. Booth, from the au-
dience, stated that she had previously discussed this matter with the Police Depart-
ment and had been advised that no action of this type would be taken until they
had been so notified.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred to the
Street and Alley Committee, Traffic Division of the Police Department and City
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Engineer for their reconsideration and a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning Commis-
sion stating that they recommend that the City Council approve the rezoning petition
of Harry Kamstad for the property described and also recommend that all the pro-
perty in this area from the corner of 116th Avenue southeast and the Sunset Highway
to Jardine's corner, and to a depth from the Sunset Highway, approximately 367 feet
to the back property lines of these properties which do not already have a commer-
cial zone, be rezoned. Also, that it is further recommended that the City Council
should have a preliminary survey made as to sewers and sewage disposal., which will
be necessary to the future development of this property.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Planning Commission and that the necessary steps be taken for the rezoning
of said property. Carried.
A communication was read from C. E. McCarthy, Director of Civil Defense for the
City of Renton, recommending that the City of Renton enter into the mutual aid agree-
ment as prepared by the King County Civil Defense Department.
The City Attorney stated that he would like to make a more thorough investigation in
regard to subject agreement.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that definite Council action be held in
abeyance until the City Attorney submitted his report on same. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini stated that he understood that several cities had requested
matching funds from the Government for Civil Defense equipment.
The City Clerk reported that he had located thew arranty deed covering Lot 17, Block
2, Morgan's Grand View Addition to Renton (the lot that Mrs. Clulow had requested
to purchase,) and that on contacting the Washington Title Insurance Company, had been
informed that delinquent Commercial Waterway District #2 Assessments in the amount
of $.60 were outstanding and that this property does belong to the City of Renton.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the City Clerk be authorized to pay
these delinquent assessments. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated, that in his opinion, if the City has no use for same,
the property should be adversited for public bid, so that any interested persons
could have an equal chance to bid on same.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant., that this matter be referred to the
Property Committee to investigate and report back their recommendation. Carried.
The City Clerk read the names of the 5 members appointed by Mayor Baxter as the
Policy Committee to establish a policy in regard to the disposition of the Cedar
River Project as follows: Councilman Hu,-,,,h Bruce, Chairman, Walt Reid, Herman Frey-
man, Don Holm and Charles Delaurenti.
A communication was read from Mayor Baxter Mating that due to increased activi-
ties in the City Engineer's office and because the large amount of ditties therein
can no longer be maintained by a single supervisor, that Mr. David J. Puch be
appointed to the now vacant position of Superintendent of Utilities to have charge
of streets, garbage collection and the garage; the water and sewer departments to
remain under the supervision of the City Engineer. Mr. Pugh will temporarily remain
in charge of the Budget Director's office, until a replacement is made for this
position. The Mayor requested the Council approve this appointment and that said
appointment become effective immediately.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the Mayor's re-
commendation. Carried.
Councilman Holm stated, that in his opinion, to protect the best interest of the
City, the rules of the Civil Service Commission should be published and made avail-
able to the public, that the laws in this regard should be observed.
The City Clerk read Resolution No. 816 as presented by the Ordinance Committee,
stating that the City had received $266.59 in matching funds from the State Devel-
opment Fund and authorizing the City Treasurer to disburse the sum of $533.18 from
the Street Improvement Fund #26-1-230 to pay for posting street signs, street
markersp directional signs and other identifying posters within the City limits of
Renton.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hagen, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution No.
816 as read. Carried.
As this was the date set for the opening of the bids on the improvement of 2nd
Avenue from Logan Street to Rainier Avenue, the City Clerk read the following bids:
NOR'T'HWEST PRECOTE COMPANY
7343 East Marginal Way..........................$28,947.50
WESTERN ASPHALT COMPANY
309 West 39th Street.............................30,158.75
DIESEL OIL SALES COMPANY
2155 Northlake.... 31,593.75
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that these bids be referred to the Street
and Alley Committee, Assistant Attorney, and City Engineer for consideration and a
report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
Mayor Baxter requested that the Council and audience stand in a minute of silent
meditation and appreciation in memory of Lee Monohon, recently deceased, who leaves
with the City of Renton and the State of Washington, a loving memory of a fine man
who devoted his life to others and to the improvement of the City of Renton as well
as to road improvement all over the State. His was a beautiful life and his many
encouraging words and kind acts will be long remembered and appreciated.
Moved by Reid, seconded by RiQhardson$ that a "Memoriam" be published in both pap-
ers in honor of Mr. Lee Monohon. Carried.
Councilman Richardson, reported that the majority of the Street and Alley Committee
and City Engineer recommended that the bid for the improvement of 2nd Avenue from
Logan Street to Fainier Avenue by draining, grading and paving the roadway with
asphaltic concrete, constructing a 6 foot sidewalk and a median strip on a portion
of the right-of-way, be awarded to the Northwest Precote Company for their bid of
$28,947.50.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street and Alley Committee and City Engineer. Carried.
Councilman Bruce reported, in regard to the proposed Municipal Bathing Beach pro-
perty, that the City of Renton could use the money (approximately $30.,000.00) that
had accumulated for the retirement of the Swimming Pool bonds that had not been used;
that if the City of Renton is not interested in the property for a bathing beach, the
City of Seattle is interested. Also, the Seattle Municipal League has asked the
County Commissioners to investigate and ascertain the procedure necessary to acquire
the property, but that he did not know whether any action had beeniaken or not.
Councilman Delaurenti, stated, that in his opinion, the City should proceed with
the proposed swimming pool and use these funds to help finance s ame, that if the City
of Seattle wanted to proceed with the construction of a bathing beach at subject
location, the City of Renton should not interfere.
Councilman Richardson stated, that in his opinion, the City should continue their
investigation of the property to be used for a Municipal bathing beach.
The City Clerk read a communication from the City Engineer to Councilman Reid,
President of the Council, stating that arrangements had been made for a demonstration
of both garbage truck bodies as per bids submitted at the July 24th Council meeting,
on ,Wednesday August 1, 1951. (The City Engineer and Councilmen Reid, Freyman Holm
and Hagen agreed to attend the demonstration and report back to the Council.1
Councilman Trimm reported that his committee and the City Engineer had contacted
Mr. Cugini and had revised the lease agreement for use of the Cugini garbage site and
that the proposed lease was now written for a period of two years commencing the 1st
day of August, 1951 and ending the '31st day of July, 1953, inclusive, including an
option for a three year extension of the lease with the same rental and maintenance
cost of $150.00 per month to be paid by the City of Renton. The Sanitation Committee
and City Engineer recommended that this lease be accepted by the City of Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Sanitation Committee and City Engineer and the Mayor and City Clerk
be authorized to sign subject lease. Carried.
Answering an inquiry by Councilman Holm, the City Engineer informed the Council
that he was familiar with the portion of the Sunset Highway adjacent to the 7th
Avenue entrance to the Highlands and that it would be possible to widen this par-
ticular portion of the street as it was inside the City limits of Renton, without
too much expense.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Holm, that the Street and Alley Committee and City
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Engineer investigate this problem and report back an estimate of the cost of same
Carried. ...w
Councilman Holm inquired if the City of Renton had made any provision for addi-
tional parking areas around Renton, stating that parking is becoming quite a pro-
blem# and that in his opinion, within the next five years or so, at the present in-
crease in population, the parking problem will be much more acute and people will
possibly go elsewhere to transact their business.
Councilman Bruce stated that the Legislative Committee had done considerable in-
vestigation and had endeavored to obtain legislation that would enable the City to
have off-street parking, but so far had not been able to obtain the passage of this
type of legislation at Olympia.
Councilman Richardson stated, that the Legislative and Street and Alley Committee
had investigated possible parking areas around Renton in regard to acquiring same
and that in his opinion, there wasn't much need to investigate and consider this
problem further as they had been unsuccessful in obtaining favorable legislation
in this regard. Mayor Baxter stated that the Legislative Committee had been turned
down completely on their requests at the 'last Legislative Session, but recommended
that their efforts along this line be continued.
Councilman Dullahant steted, that in his opinion, the Renton Police cars should
have their Department identifications shown on the cars.
Councilman Bruce stated that there was a motion passed some time ago that all
mobile equipment of the City of Renton should be so identified, as to the'Depart-
ment it belongs to.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Dullahant, that this matter be referred to the Police
and License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
In answer to an inquiry from Councilman Trimm, the City Engineer informed the
Council that the sweeper would first be tried out and an effort would be made to
determine if it would be necessary for an ordinance to be passed forbidding park-
ing on some streets at certain times of the day or night in order to prepare an
economical and efficient program and route for the operation of the street sweeper,
and further stated that he would report back to the Council his recommendation in
this matter as quickly as his survey would permit.
The City Engineer informed Councilman Reid that they had considerable trouble with
the water main from the reservoir but that they had been able touBld together the
last of the breaks; that the line is of light material and is not too strong. The
City Engineer also informed the Council that Mr. Wolff was completing his survey
of the water systems throughout Renton and as soon as the survey was completed and
his report was written, same would be presented to the City Council.
The City Engineer was requested to check the water fountain at the intersection of
3rd and Main.
Mayor Baxter stated to the Council that he considered it necessary to set a cost
for the collection of garbage, that he recommends a $1.00 monthly charge per
residence and that special adjustments would be required where there would probab-
ly be more than one pick-up or for business houses; that the water rates, in his
opinion, were also in need of adjustment and that a minimum monthly charge of
$1.50 per residence would probably be adequate.
Councilman Richardson stated that the City of Spokane, with the lowest water rate
in the State, has raised their water rate 42t percent to help the City's Finances.
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Councilman Reid stated, that in his opinion, the Sanitation Committee and Fire and
Water Committee should submit their recommendation in regard to setting a rate for
the collection of garbage and an adjustment in the nater rates to the Council as
soon as possible.
Mayor Baxter granted Councilman Reid one more week to report for the special Power
Committee.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Special Policy Committee on the disposition of
the Cedar River Housing Project, stated he would call a meeting of all concerned
at the convenience of the committees, but that he would like to have the Committee
meet with the City Engineer in order to establish a policy and ascertain the best
-�- procedure to follow before the meeting.
Mayor Baxter stated that the rate to be charged for collection of garbage in the
Highlands is a matter that the City Attorney and City Engineer should work out, also
the problem of the charges for water service to the Highlands; that they should in—
vestigate the status of the Cityfs contract with the Federal Government in this
matter.
Moved by Tamborinip seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 B.M.
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Renton, Washington
August 7, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSE.N.. HAGEN,
TRIMM, TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESE14T WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney; Angeo
Busato, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk, .�
Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Dave Pugh, Super-
intendent of Utilities; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent, Jack Schneider, Air-
port Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector and Ted Noel; Acting Budget Director.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of July 31, 1951 be approved
as written. Carried.
PL CAT C S ME BUILDING PE401ITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEP TMENT -
,N0. AMOUNT NATE ADDRESS . TYPE OF WORK
2758 $8588.00 H. G. Van Cleave 702 High St. residence
9 100.00 F. T. Spencer 835 1st Ave N. remodel house
60 100.00 Budd Davis Creations 8th Ave. N.& N.Wells electrical service
1 800.00 Mr. Christman 421 N. Williams house foundation
2 2500.00 Roy Danielson 546 Park install furnace &
3 200.00 Frank Manifold 81 Wells St. rdwy. (3) remodel hse.
4 - Chester W. Peters 308 Cedar St. install oil brnr.
5 100.00 George M. Berend 11606 Sunset Blvd. install drain tile
6 500.00 Carroll Davis 835 E. St. erect garage
7 25.00 Jane Storey 346 Pelly St. repair fndation.
8 - Mr. Seeley Ellison 88 Burnett St. install plumbing
9 400.00 C.W.Anderson 12234 141 Ave SE remodel house
70 400.00 C.Walter Nelson 554 E. St. remodel house
1 100.00 Mrs. Grace Manchester 344 Meadow erect garage
2 100.00 John Novack 327 Cedar St. remodel house
3 - Lake Shore Lines 4th and Park install fuel tank
4 100.00 Renton Bowling Rea. 3rd & Rainier repair driveway
5 100.00 Griff Jones 234 Main repair house
6 200.00 Foster Barnett 415 Whitworth remodel house
7 - F..W. Luckey 2010 6th Ave. N. install furnace
8 85.00 Chester Hawes 910 F.St, erect carport
9 100.00 Al. Scarpini 410 Burnett elec. Service
2780 590.00 Mrs. Beatrice Bailey 1207 Third roof on house
1 - Mrs. Clara Vigoren 535 S.Wells install oil brner.
2 100.00 Bernice Thomas 13254 Rainier remodel used car
lot
3 1000.00 Elmer Fay 519 N. Wells remodel house
4 30.00 Walter Shapin 230 Meadow replace steps
5 500.00 Rentona Nursing Home 516 Wells St. remodel house
6 50.00 Thomas Mulvey 490 Morris remodel house
7 20.00 Mrs. Exene Allen 115 Fhctory St, install fence
8 250.00 Renton Motor Parts 307 Main St. remodel store
9 400.00 William Farrow 72 Logan St. fndtion on house
90 250.00 Clarence Bourgeois 2207 7th Ave N. erect garage
1 - Donald M. Simpson 2244 6th Ave N. install furnace
2 5000.00 Boeing Airplane Co. Renton, Wn, erect warehouse
3 1000.00 Herb Short 3rd & Morris install neon sgn.
4 100.00 Lillian Rasmussen 335 Pelly elec. service
5 100.00 Henry C. Erickson 926 G. St, erect bulkhead
A communication was read from Evro M. Becket, Chairman of the Washington State
Liquor Control Board, stating that distributions for 1951 have been below normal
because the Board invested a considerable portion of profits in inventory; that
if earnings continue at the current rate, profit distributions for 1.952 should re-
turn to the 1950 level when $5.18 per capita was distributed. Profit distributions
for the State of Washington for 1950 were listed as $181000,000.00 and for 1951
as $16,200,000.00.
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Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that this information be given to the Ways
and Means Committee and Budget Controller, Carried.
A communication was read from David J. Pugh, Budget Controller, giving, after a
thorough study of same, the minimum amount necessary for the proper operation of the
following departments for the balance of the year; Street Department, $10,000.00,
Water Department, $7,500.00 - Police Department, $2,700.00 - Stationery, postage and
printing, $1,500.00 - City Building, $2,500.00 or a total of $24,200.00. Mr. Pugh
having summed up the trend of expenditures, stated that it was apparent that although
the original budget had been increased from approximately $780,000.00 by the addi-
tion of the Civilian Defense Emergency Budget, in the amount of $10,000.00 and the
Emergency Salary increase budget, in the amount of $29,000.00 and increases for
,rY departments who originally had insufficient amounts in their budgets, raising the
original budget to approximately $850,000.00 that by close supervision and rigid
economy the total expenditures for the entire year of 1951, including all depart-
ments, would probably be $100,000.00 less than the total amount bedgeted for 1951.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Freyman, that this information be referred to the
Ways and Means Committee for their consideration. Carried.
The Mayor ordered the Civil Service Commission's budget estimate be held for Monday
night's (August 13, 1951) special budget meeting.
A communication_ was read from George G. Pasco, Chairman of the Police Department
Civil Service Commission, appointing George H. Thomas as Secretary and Chief
Examiner of the Renton Police Department Civil Service Commission, effective as of
August 1, 1951.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that Mr. Thomas be appointed to this position
on a temporary basis until the examination for this position is held. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, stating that the Traffic
Division of the State Highway Department has proposed to make a comprehensive
traffic study of the Cit;* of Renton, to include traffic control, channelization,
parking and all other matters pertaining to automotive traffic on the State Highway
routes through the City of Renton; that the City would be expected to furnish labor
in obtaining traffic counts, at an estimated cost of $6400.00. The State would then
furnish the City a report of this study. As funds are available in the budget for
this survey, the City Engineer would like to proceed with same in conjunction with
the Police Department.
The City Engineer stated that the State Highway Department was limited to working
in connection with State Highways only, but that they would cooperate with Renton
officials to the greatest extent.
Mayor Baxter stated that a letter in this regard had been received subsequent to the
meeting when the Council had been informed that the State would be able to assist
the City of Renton in a survey of traffic conditions over the City of Renton; that
the estimated $400.00-would be the expense for labor furnished by the City of
Renton.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Richardson, that the City of Renton cooperate with the
State Department of Highways in making this traffic survey. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that the Superintendent of
Utilities is now using the Chevrolet sedan previously used by the Water Department;
that the Water Department has urgent and immediate need of a 1/2 ton pick-up truck
so the foreman can check his crews and to furnish transportation for the meter
reader from the 10th to the 20th of each month. The City Engineer stated that, in
his opinion, the matter being urgent, he could save considerable money for the City
if he were permitted to secure a pick-up truck on a six month rental basis.
The City Engineer explained that the Nater Department did not have the use of a City
owned car for the foreman of the Water Department's use, that previously the Water
Department employees had used their own cars and that this plan was not satis-
factory; that the Water Department now has more employees who work in pairs, cover-
ing more territory and require an additional pick-up truck.
Councilman Richardson stated that he was not in favor of the City employees using
their own cars for City work.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Ways and Means Committee investi-
gate thoroughly and report back. Carried.
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Mayor Baxter reported that at the-special meeting of the Council as a whole and -►
the City Engineer with the Earlington residents, held on Thursday, August 2, 1951
a majority of the Earlington residents present had expressed their desire that
the City Council postpone the hearing on the proposed sewer improvement in Earl-
ington for three weeks.
The City Attorney informed the Council that assessments on a local improvement
district oould be made on either an area or zone basis, but the estimated amount of
$101,150.00 would have to be covered either way, also, that the City Council had
the right to postpone a hearing. The City Attorney further stated, that in his
opinion, the hearing should be held tonight, but if the Council decided to change
the method of assessment a new petition should be presented to the Council..
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The City Engineer stated that the cost of construction of the trunk sewer and to
fill in the Black River Channel had been estimated at $24,000.00; the pipe to cost
between $lO,O0O.00 and $11,000.00 that a time estimate of two to three months for
the completion of same, after construction was started, would be fair and reason-
able.
Mr. Frank Ozura, from the audience, stated that at the time Earlington residents
asked to have Earlington and vicinity annexed to the City of Renton, one of the main
reasons annexation was decided was in order to secure sanitary sewers. The City
Attorney stated that the assessments should be based on the zone method as in the
opinion of the Engineering Department and himself, this method was more equitable;
that if the Earlington residents proceeded with this sewer improvement; now, the
Council as a whole could consider individual cases where certain residents felt
they had been overcharged, at the time of the hearing on the Assessment Roll, ad-
justments could be made. The City Attorney further stated that according to State
Law, the City was required to proceed on a Local Improvement District in this
manner and that those property owners with deep lots were going to be assessed
more heavily than those with shorter lots, and even with assessments based on a
zone basis, that the same people would be assessed a greater amount, but would be
assessed on a different ratio, that the rate would be a set amount per front foot,
plus a graduated scale for the depth of the lot. The City Attorney explained that
the City would have-to proceed with financing of the trunk sewer and the fill of
the Black River Channel by the method of a bond issue, that the bonds must be
approved by the bonding company; that if the City is to proceed with this improve-
ment, it would be necessary that the bonding company attorneys approve: the bonds.
On request for information regarding same, the City Clerk stated there are 15
written protests against the proposed Local Improvement District to install sani-
tary sewers in Earlington.
Mayor Baxter stated, that at the special meeting on August 2, 1951, the Council had
not promised anyone that the hearing would be postponed, but that the City Attor-
ney had informed the Earlington residents that this hearing could be legally post-
poned, that the majority of those Earlington residents that were present at the
meeting had expressed their desire to have the hearing postponed, but that it is
the prerogative of the Council to set the date for hearings.
After a considerable discussion, it was moved by Holm, seconded by Hansen, that
the Council postpone the hearing on the proposed Earlington sewers until Septemher
18, 1951 and the proper Resolution be drafted to notify these people of the new
date for the hearing. Carried.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Holm,that the
date of hearing for the Earlington sewers be changed from September 18, to
September 4, 1951. Carried,
The Ordinance Committee presented proposed Resolution No. 817.
The City Attorney stated that this Resolution could be passed this evening if
the Council found it satisfactory.
The City Clerk read pro osed Resolution No. 817 (Earlington Sewer L.I.D.,
Resolution of Intention, whereas a petition has been filed with the City Clerk
and City Engineer for the improvement of the areas, as described, that it is the
intention of the City Council of the City of Renton, acting upon its own initia-
tive in connection therewith, to order the improvement of the area, territory and
properties and streets hereinafter mentioned by constructing and installing therein
sanitary sewers, with all manholes, accessories and equipment appropriate thereto,
and doing of all such other work incident thereto as may be necessary or appro-
priate in connection therewith, in accordance with plans prepared by the City
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Engineer and Commissioner of Streets. That all persons who may desire to object
thereto are hereby notified to appear and present such objections at a meeting of
the City Council in the City Hall in the City of Renton at 8:00 P.M., on the 4th day
of September, 1951. That it is found and determiined that the special benefits con-
ferred upon the above properties may not be fairly reflected by use of termini and
zone method of assessments, and that assessments may be made against properties in
the district without regard to zone and termini method.
The City Attorney informed the Council that proposed Resolution No. 817 does not
change the plan for the improvement; that the resolution does provide a new date of
hearing and an opportunity for all interested parties to register a protest at same,
and further stated that the proposed Resolution covers all possible legal and tech-
nical points not already covered.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 817 as read. The motion unanimously carried.
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Councilman Trimmn requested that the Mayor call a recess to enable his committee to
meet with the Council as a whole, also councilman Bruce requested that his committee
be permitted a few minutes for discussion with the Council as a whole during the
recess.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON.. SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
The Chief of Police informed Councilman Swift that after a thorough investigation,
the Police Department receommended that approximately 40 feet be allowed in front of
Tony's Cleaners, on Bronson Way between Wells and Main Street, for two - 15 minute
parking areas to be marked LOAD AND UNLOAD ONLY.
Councilman Swift reported that his committee had zoned this particular curb for no
parking on a trial basis only, but that they now concurred in the recommendation of
the Police Department and further recommended that this lone be permanently estab-
lished as two - 15 minute LOAD AND UNLOAD ONLY zone, in the legal manner as pre-
scribed by ordinance.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street and Alley Committee and Police Department. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that Mr. Anderson had agreed to deed the south one-half
of the 30 foot Strip on 6th Avenue from Shattuck Street to State Highway No. 5,
if the party that owned the north one-half of the same strip would deed an equal
portion to the City of Renton to enable the City to extend 6th Avenue to State High-
way No. 5; that this party had expressed approval and his committee now recommended
that the City Engineer and City Attorney draft the necessary papers to cover deed-
ing of this strip of property to the City of Renton.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that-the City Engineer and City Attorney
draft the necessary deed to this property to present to both parties for the ex-
tension of 6th Avenue to Rainier Avenue. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that in the opinion of the Property Committee, Lot 17, Block
2, Morgan's Grand View Addition to Renton (the lot Mrs. Clulow had requested to
purchase) was of no value or use to the City and recommended that the City adver-
tise same for sale by calling for bids in the legal manner.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that this parcel of property be advertised for
sale by publishing a "Call for Bids".
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this motion be amended to include,
"All publication costs, preparation of papers and any other expense in (:onnection with
the sale of this property, be paid by the bidder who purchases the property. The
amendment carried. The original motion then carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that it would be necessary to obtain certain information from
the Housing Authority before they could establish a policy in regard to the dis-
position of the Cedar River Housing Project and requested that the City Clerk en-
deavor to arrange a meeting with Mr. Humble on Friday, August 10, 1951 at 7:30 P.M.,
in the Council Chambers; that Mr. Humble be requested to bring a copy of the contract
the Government has with the owner of the property that the Cedar River Housing Pro-
ject is located on.
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Councilman Dullahant reported that Councilmen Bruce, Freyman and himself had met
with the firemen and they had requested that a future budget hearings, that all
1st class firemen be allowed $350.00 per month and that the hours of the fire-
men be decreased, in line with the hours firemen in other cities were on duty and
that this change would require the addition of three to five firemen to the Fire
Department; that the Committee did not promise anything to the fire, but had in-
formed them, their requests would be considered by the Council. " .
Councilman Trimm reported that the Sanitation Committee had met with the Council f
as a whole and after a thorough investigation had recommended that the bid of ,
the Evergreen Trailers be accepted for the two garbage truck bodies.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommen-
dation of the Sanitation Committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter granted the Power Committee more time to make their report.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the "Call for Bids" on Lot 17,
Block 2, Morgan's Grandview Addition to Renton be published on August 16th and
23rd and the date of the opening of bids be set as August 282 1951. Carried.
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Councilman Swift stated, that in his opinion, it would save considerable time if
the legal publications of the "Call for Bids", etc., were prepared before they
were presented at the Council meetings and the publishers be notified the approx-
imate space required for same, in advance of the Council meetings, so business
transacted at the Council meeting would appear in the next regular issue of the
Renton paper.
The City Clerk informed the Council that this year's contract for publicationof
legal matters did not include a lower rate for delayed publications.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce, that at the time legals are drafted by the City
Attorney, or City Engineer, the necessary publication in connection therewith
should be drafted and the City Clerk so advised so that he could notify the
publisher of the approximate amount of space that would be required for publi-
cation of same. Carried.
Councilman Swift requested that the City Engineer investigate the possibility
of repairing Wells and Main Street north from 2nd Avenue to Cedar River where the
streets are in poor condition and in need of repair, while the construction
Company is paving 2nd Avenue in front of the High School.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Police Department present
their preliminary budget at the first special Council meeting on Monday August
13, 1951. Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that work had begun on the 2nd Avenue im-
provement in front of. the High School and that the Houser Way bridge would be
cicsed for repairs until August 17th.
Councilman Richardson stated that Mr. John Marlotti had run into a raised man-
hole at the end of Burnett Street near 6th Avenue on the left side of the rail-
road track going south, where the road is partially under repair and there had
been damage done to bis auto and his wife had been slightly injured. The City
Engineer will check with the Puget Sound Power & Light Company in regard to this
road condition. ;
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented: PAYROLL - ALL DEPARTMENTS - 16964.9.03 1874x-2001
CLAIMS WATER - 8433-8450- $4735.86 CURRET -- $4168.74, 9655-9707
STREETS - 6124,-6138- 1319.46 5EWER - 794.19- 2115-2122
AIRPORT - 1195-1209- 1660.53 LIBRARY - 202.13 2372-2381
PARK - 1593-1603- 303.14 ATHLETIC- 44.71- 588-589
Cum. #11.84 - 420- 81.4.7 Civ.Def.- 14.39 30--32
CLAIMS 26-1-230 - 3 & 4 - 74.73 CUM: #1183 1007.53 376-379
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
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Renton, Wash
August 13, 1951
A special meeting of the City Council was called to order by Councilman Charles
Delaurenti, acting as Mayor pro tem in the absence of Mayor Joe R. Baxter and
President of the Council, Walt P. Reid.
The object of the meeting was the consideration of estimates of receipts and ex—
penditures for the fiscal year 1952 as prepared by Department Heads and submitted
for Council consideration in the preparation of the 1.952 budget.
Councilmen present: DELAURENTI, TAMBORINI, RICHARDSON, TRIMM, HAGEN, HANSEN, DULLA—
HANT, HOLM, FREYMAN AND SWIFT.
Mayor Baxter arrived after the council meeting had opened, but requested Mayor pro
tem Charles Delaurenti to continue to preside for the rest of the meeting.
Councilman Reid and Bruce were absent due to their attendance at an "out of town"
Light and Power meeting with officials from other Cities.
A communication was read from Renton Police Officer's Local #953, State, County,
and Municipal Employees Union, affiliated with the American Federation of Labor,
addressed to Angelo- Busato0 Chief of Police, stating that at a regular meeting held
by Local #953 with 25 members in attendance, the membership voted to ask the Chief
of Police to request the council to grant a 10% increase in wages over and above
wages being paid at the present time to offset the increased cost of living, cloth—
ing, equipment, etc., and further stated that a Committee from the Local would be
pleased to meet with the Council or the Police and License Committee to more fully
explain reasons for the request. With the unanimous consent of the councilmen
present,, Mayor pro tem Charles Delaurenti ordered the communication filed for future
reference in the preparation of the 1952 budget.
After a thorough discussion of the estimated receipts and expenditures, for 1952
Police Department, it was moved by Dullahant, seconded by Swift, that the 1952
budget be prepared to allow only (26) members in the Police Department, including
�• the Chief and all other officers of the Department. Motion lost.
After a thorough discussion in regard to trading in three (3) cars and (1) three
whell motor cycle for new equipment for the Police Department as compared with a
plan to keep the present equipment — all members of the council present unanimously
agreed that it would be better to trade in the equipment above mentioned as per
plan No. 1.
After a short discussion regarding estimates for the Airport, Park, Athletic Field
and Library., the Council unanimously decided to request the Budget Controller to
present to them within the near future, a complete compilation of the estimates of
all Department Heads assembled in the form of a preliminary budget, in order that
a concise picture may be obtained of the total expenditures necessary for the year
1952 and the amount of expected receipts to finance said operations. The budget
controller informed the council that he thought this work could be done within a
week or ten days and would have same ready for them after that time.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
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Renton, Wash
August 14, 1951
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORIIvI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney, Angelo
Busato, Chief of Police; F. E. Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk;
Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Dave Pugh, Super—
intendent of Utilities; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport
Manager, Walt Will, Building Inspector and Ted Noel, Acting Budget Director..
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meetings August
7 and the special meeting August 13, 1951 be approved as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, requesting a decision
from the City Council in order that the progress of the work now being done would
not be hele up, relative to access to Benny's Beanery (formerly the Sugar Bowl)
by means of a driveway off 2nd Avenue, stating that this has been a controversial
matter due to the location adjoining the high school grounds. After a discussion
it was moved by Swift, seconded by Tamborini, that the sidewalk on the 2nd Avenue
side of Benny's Beanery (formerly the Sugar Bowl) be replaced according to the per-
mit originally issued for the driveway. Carried.
A communication from the City Engineer was read advising that the Stoneway Dock
Company had made an offer of $25.00 for the old well casing on Cedar River near
the Company's Plant; that the well is of no further use to the City and the Cost
of removing the casing would be prohibitive and recommended the sale of same pro-
vided the Company backfills the hole for public safety. Moved by Bruce, seconded
by Reid, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be concurred in. Carried.
The City Engineer also advised that the Stoneway Dock Company is desirous of
purchasing the small tract of City-owned property abutting the Company's property
on their southeast line and lying between the State Highway and the river; the now
appraised value of the tract is $ 500.00. Moved by Tamborini, secondee! by Freyman
that this matter be referred to the Property Committee to make an investigation
and report back to the Council. Carried.
A communication was read from the King County Commissioners, acknowledging re-
ceipt of Ordinance No. 1405 annexing territory to the City of Renton„ Mayor Baxter
ordered this communication filed.
A communication was read from Mr. Marlotti, 11604 - 116th Avenus SE., wising
that on August 7th 1951 while turning his car on Burnett Street on the southeast
end, he hit a manhole that was protruding out of the ground, throwing his wife
against the dash board and windshield, injuring her right shoulder, throwing him
against the steering wheel injuring his rib, and damaging the axel and radiator
of the car.
James Highton, City Engineer, Walt Will, Building Inspector and Dave Pugh, Supt.
of Utilities reported to the Council that they had inspected the scene of the
accident and noted the wheel tracks where the car had straddled the manhole, that
it showed no indication on the mahole or ring where the car had hit and after
measuring clearance it showed that if there was more than 4" of clearance on
axel, it would not have hit the manhole.. After a discussion it was decided that
inasmuch as this manhole was on a nonplatted street, it would be the responsi-
bility of the Puget Sound Power and Light Company. Moved by Richardson, seconded
by Bruce, that Mr. Marlotti be advised that any claims to be made regarding this
accident should be referred to the Puget Sound Power and Light Company. Carried.
A communication was read from Mrs. R. Jean Yourkowski advising the City Council
that the traffic situation at Alameda Corner (Maple Valley Road and Sunset High-
was) is a hazardous one and that something should be done immediately to alleviate
same. Moved by Bruce, seconded by Dullahant, that this communication be acknow-
ledged and the writer given a full explanation as to what the City of Renton has
done in the past to rectify this traffic condition and also advised that this
particular corner does not come under the jurisdiction of the City of Renton,
but that it is the responsibility of the State Highway Department; a copy of
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Mrs. Yourkowski's letter to be directed to the State Highway Department. Carried.
A communication was read from Wallace R. Wilson, Chairman of the RENTON BILLY
GRAHAM COMMITTEE advising that Wednesday August 22, 1951 had been set as RENTON NIGHT
at the BILLY GRAHAM MEETING and would appreciate it if the Mayor and City Councilmen
were members of the delegation on this night at the Memorial Stadium, Seattle,
Washington.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to
the public Relations Committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a recess for various Committees to meet; after the recess the
meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, S,41FT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, recommending that due
to the critical situation regarding material supply and that the conduit should be
placed beneath the sidewalk to be constructed, that an immediate decision sbould be
given; and advised that the cost of placing a 1-?" galvanized electrical conduit for
future street light installation on the north side of 2nd Avenue from Logan Street
to Rainier Avenue is estimated to be $1000,00 in place for labor and material.
After a discussion Councilman Reid recommended that the Renton School Board be con—
tacted to ascertain if they would cooperate with the City of Renton by assuming half
the cost of the installation of placing said electrical conduit for future street
light installation on the north side of 2nd Avenue from Logan Street to Rainier
Avenue. Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the recommendations of the
City Engineer and Councilman Reid be concurred in and that the City Engineer secure
a written agreement from the School Board to assume one—'calf the cost of subject
conduit. Carried.
Answering Councilman Dullahant's inquiry as to when the City could expect delivery
of the new street sweeper — the City Engineer reported that the Columbia Equipment
Company advised him that they had received the motor and were ready to install same
in the sweeper, but that due to their employees going out on strike, shipment of
the sweeper would be delayed.
A suggestion was made that the City Engineer contact the Columbia Equipment at
Portland and ascertain if it would be possible for the sweeper and motor to be
shipped to Benton, the motor to be installed at Renton by the Shop Department
mechanics, the Columbia Equipment Company to bear the expense for said installation
The City Engineer stated that he would comply with the suggestion.
Councilman Richardson inquired as to the progress of the Houser Way Bridge, The
City-Engineer advised that same would be opened by the end of the week.
The Building Inspector reported that he had contacted two Seattle Companies in
regard to cleaning the FACE of the City Hall building and they submitted a price
of $275.00, but recommended that before same could be done it would be advisable
to have a tinsmith make caps for parapet wall and for cornice to keep water from
running in behind same and causing front to be distorted as it is now, in order that
a satisfactory cleaning job could be accomplished. Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by
Reid, that the Building Inspector investigate and determine the approximate cost
of the repairing of the City Hall building and report back to the Council. Carried.
Councilman Bruce inquired as to the progress being made with regard to the GARBAGE
COLLECTION.
Councilman Richardson advised that when the hearing on the budget comes up, the
City Engineer will have the plans and recommendations of the Sanitation and Ordinance
Committees to present to the Council.
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By request of the Council, the City Attorney read and explained General regulation
No. 4, of the wage Stabilization Board and suggested that the Council prepare a
budget allowing whatever wage raise they deem correct and feasible and submit same
to the Wage Stabilization Board for their approval.
Mayor Baxter appointed Councilman Donald Holm to fill the positions on Committees
previously filled by former Councilman J. L. Davidson, ie., the following
Committees: Chairman of the Auditing and Acounting Committee, member of the Ways
and Means and Sanitation Committees.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having previously been audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
PAYROLL - ALL DEPARTMENTS 22,916.37 2002-2151
CLAIMS - CURRENT 310.80 9708-0712
CLAIMS - WATER - 8450
CLAIMS - STREETS - 6138
CLAIMS - AIRPORT - 1209
CLAIMS - PARK - 1603
CLAIMS - SEWER 121..60 2123
CLAIMS - LIBRARY FUND - 2381
CLAIMS - ATHLETIC - 589
CLAIMS - FIREMENfS PEN. FUND 250.00 62-63
CLAIMS - CIVILIAN DEFENSE 33-
CLAIMS - CUMULATIVE FUND #1184 430.00 421
Moved by Richardsons seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned.
Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
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Renton, Wash
August 21, 1951
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM, TAAZBORINI
AND HOLM, Councilman hichardson announced that Councilmen Delaurenti and Dullahant
were on vacations.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WEItE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney; Assistant
Now City Attorney, Gerard Shellan, Angelo Busato, Chief of Police; F. E. Lawrence, Fire
Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; James Highton, City Engineer; Dave Pugh, Superin-
tendent of Utilities; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport
)Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen) that the minutes of the Council meeting August
lh, 1951 be approved as written. Carried.
A communication was read from Lyon N. Brock, Chairman of the DISABLED AMERICAN VETERARS,
Valley Chapter No. 12, Renton, Wash., requesting permission to sell FORGET-ME-HOTS
on the Streets of Penton, September 6, 7, and 8th 1951, to raise funds to assist
veterans of the community. Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the request
of the Disabled Veterans be granted under the supervision of the Police Department.
Carried.
A petition was read FOR THE VACATION of the North 30 feet of 7th Avenue (Section
Street) from the west side of Cedar Street to the east side of Main Street, signed
by A. B. and Jessie F. Litchfield and A.L. Pollard, operating Manager for the Puget
Sound Power and Light Company, owners of more than 2/3 of the private property
abutting upon the area sought to be vacated. The City Engineer advised that this
subject has been under discussion for sometime with the Planning Commission and that
nothing had been provided in the petition for the City of Renton to, retain any ease-
ments or rights for the future use of subject area in the construction of necessary
sewer, water and power lines, et al. After a disuession, it was moved by Tamborini,
seconded by Reid, that this be referred to the City Engineer and City Attorney for
further study and report back. Carried.
Mr. Short, a representative from the CORLEY MORTGAGE COMPANY, the promoter for a
development for which their Company is sponsor for the owner of property located
on 132nd Street, known as Honeydew Road, was present at the council meeting request-
in an answer to the communication of the Corley Mortgage Company and to ascertain the
intention of the City of Renton in regard to supplying a sufficient amount of water
to this area to the homes to be constructed and that in order to record the plot,
a statement must be obtained from the City of Renton assuring them that something
will be done about the water supply for this area. After a discussion it was moved
by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the communication from the CORLEY MORTGAGE
COMPANY be acknowledged by a communication from the City Engineer and the City Clerk
stating that under the circumstances prevailing at the present time, no definite
commitment can be made by the Council assuring a supply of water to the area in
question, until after a completion of the survey now being made of the water system.
Carried.
Mr, Terry Thompson, a representative of a Bond Financing Company was present at the
Council meeting seeking information regarding the purchasing of bonds from the City
of Renton in the fixture.
Mayor Baxter declared a recess. After the recess the meeting was called to order
by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN; HAGEN, TRIMM AND HOLM.
Councilman Reid, suggested that the Council contact Mr. Terry Thompson at a later
date regarding sale of bonds to be issued by the City of Renton in the future.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the suggestion of Councilman Reid,
be concurred in. Carried.
Mr. Thompson thanked the Mayor and members of the City Council for their consider-
ation.
Councilman Bruce reported that he had met with representatives of the Bryn Mawr
Sewer District who were interested in making arrangements with the City of
Renton to dispose of their sewage. Councilman Bruce recommended that a meet—
ing be arranged with representatives of the Bryn Mawr Sewer District in order
to secure information whereby the City of Renton could submit to them plans
and an estimated cost for disposing of their sewage and FURTHER recommended
that the City Engineer prepare an estimate of the cost to the City of Renton for
handling the sewage of the Bryn Mawr Sewer District and that a date be set for
representatives of the Bryn Mawr Sewer District to meet with the Council as a
whole in a committee meeting on this subject. Moved by Bruce, seconded by Frey—
man, that the above recommendations be concurred in. Carried*
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A discussion was held re the City—owned property abutting the Stoneway Dock
Companyts property on their southeast line and lying between the State Highway
and Cedar River.
Councilman Bruce stated that in his opinion, the property is of no value to
the City of Renton and that the majority of the Property Committee recommended
that a call for bids be published for the sale of same.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Reid, that the recommendation of, the Property Comm—
ittee be concurred in. Carried.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Freyman, that the City Clerk be instructed to pub—
lish a CALL FOR BIDS on the above property, to be opened and considered by the
Council September 11, 1951, and that the purchaser pay for all costs of pub—
lications for bids, etc. Carried.
Councilman Richardson inquiried as to what had been done regarding the traffic
light at Airport Way and Rainier Avenue as he has received numerous complaints
relative to same. The City Engineer advised that the State Highway Department
had installed traffic signals at suicide corner "intersection of primary State
Highway No. 5, with secondary State Highway No. 1—L" and he had discussed the
probability of new signal lights at Airport Way and Rainier Avenue, with them
and was advised that an application to secure funds for a survey of said loca—
tion had been sent to Olympia and was under consideration at the present time.
A discussion of the traffic problem at the intersection of Sunset :Highway with
the Maple Valley and Cemetery roads was held. The City Engineer advised that the
State Highway Department is in favor of installing control signal 'lights and
channelization of the intersection of the City of Renton will assume the cost;
also advised that the cost would be very heavy but that it should be done as
soon as possible.
Councilman Richardson suggested that the Light and Power Committee should in—
vestigate this matter and report back as to the cost of the installation.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this be referred to the Light and
Power Committee and City Engineer to submit an estimate to the Council as to
the cost of the installation and channelization of the above mentioned.
Carried.
The subject of parking meters was discussed. Budget Director, Dave Pugh ad—
vised that there is no capital outlay for new meters in the Parking Meter Fund
at the present time.
The City Clerk and Budget Director, Dave Pugh recommended that Monday, August
27, 1951 at 7:30 P.M., be set for a meeting of the council as a whole to re—
view estimates submitted for the preparation of the 1952 Preliminary Budget.
The City Clerk was authorized to inform all who are concerned with. the meeting
as per above recommendation.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. •••
The meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
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Renton, Wash
August 28, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 F.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, FREYMAN, HANSELI HAGEN, TRIMM, AND
HOLM. (Councilman Bruce being excused because of illness and Councilmen Tamborini
and Dullahant, beong on vacation, were excused) .
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMi2IT HEADS PRESENT WER:;: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney; Gerard
Shellan, Assistant City Attorney; Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Wiley Crook, City
Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Dave Pugh,
Superintendent of Utilities; Gene "oulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Air-
port Manager and Walt Will, Building Inspector. (Fire Chef Lawrence, being on
vacation was excused.)
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of August 212
1951 be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO2 _ AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2796 200.00 Ernie Henry 705-0 St. erect carport
7 200.00 Robinson Wilson 429 Morris St. install roof
8 400.00 Stanley Jamison 538-G St. erect carport
9 200.00 D.C. Ralston 2410 6th Ave. erect carport
2800 75.00 Ed. V. Solemen 11491 S.E. 116th St. remodel garage
1 400.00 Gordon W. Baker 2219 6th Place erect garage
2 100.90 Paul F. Ford 2237 6th Ave. No, erect carport
3 100.00 Adolph R.omiti 432 Cedar St. reshingle roof
4 20,000.00 Dr. Kegwin 1016 2nd Ave. erect new bldg.
5 100.00 Van. M. Freeman 411 Windsor Way erect steps
6 - Eugene Sylvai 7th & Renton Ave. temporary wiring
7 150.00 Verle Rath 919 E. St, install driveway
8 400.00 Gerry Abbott 2115 8th Place install driveway
.� 9 - 14m. Charles Smith 721 Jones St. erect fence
10 550.00 James W. Martin 425 N. Williams install foundation
1 1,000.00 Clark Teegarden 2004 8th Ave North remodel house
2 100.00 Richard Deissler 2617 6th Ave. No. install driveway
3 400.00 Thomas Brown 500 Burnett St. siding on house
4 400.00 John Lowland 2110 9th Place erect carport
5 300.00 Henry Brotherton 2218 9th Ave. N. remodel house
6 100.90 Frank Colman 112 3rd Ave. install dryer
7 200.00 Mr, E. Barei 907 3rd Ave. demolish bldg.
8 500.00 H. L. Fancher 440 N. Pelly remodel house
9 100.00 `Phomas Rouse 420 N. Burnett install wiring
20 1,000.00 Mrs. E. J. Musga 736 Grant install wiring
1 100.00 Mrs. Glen Ellenberger 437 N. Williams erect carport
2 500.00 Arne Hagen 540 Shattuck remodel garage
3 - Tom Richter 550 N. Wells install furnace
4 150.00 J. L. Hood 669 A. St. install driveway
5 100.00 S. V. O'Neill 204 Mill St. install wiring
6 400.00 Sam Peggegrino 508 Morris St. remodel house
7 1,330.)0 Earl L. Gabin 523 N. Williams remodel house
8 1,700.00 George Tackovich 536 N. Burnett remodel house
9 350.00 Gerald C. Bartlett 512 N. Wells install driveway
30 3000.00 James E. Denzer 300 304 Garden St, remodel house
1 600.00 Charles G. Brown 2507 6th Ave. N. install carport
2 153.00 F. W. Koterba 540 N. Wells remodel house
3 - H. 0. Kitzpatrick 12209 141st St S.F. install furnace
e' 4 150.00 Wilbur T. White 2245 6th Ave. N. erect carport
5 - Jim Neilsen 809 B. St. install furnace
6 - John Fortune 401 Pelly Install furnace
7 200.00 W. C. Kilpatrick 2217 7th Ave. N. install driveway
8 300.00 Bruce Holliday 12540 144th SE. enclose backporch
9 400.00 F. Alfred Roworth 620 G. Place install wiring
On the recommendation of C. E. Mccarthy, Director of Civil Defense for the Renton
Area, Mayor Baxter appointed Mr. Scott Marshall as Chief Ground Observer to be
effective immediately. The communication was ordered filed.
A communication was read from G. R. Cysewski, District Traffic Engineer for the State
Department of Highways, in answer to the City's inquirty as to the responsibility for
traffic control at the intersection of the Primary State Highway ##5, Maple Valley
Branch and Primary State Highway #2, Sunset Highway at their intersection with Bronson
qday north, referring to Chapter 220, Session Laws of 1949 amending Laws of 1937 in part
that "Cities and towns having a population in excess of 152000, according to the latest
census, shall install, maintain, operate and control such signals, signs and devices at
their own expense, subject to the approval of the Director for the installation and type
only. For the purpose of this subdivision striping, lane marking and c:hannelization are
considered traffic control devices." Further stating that the District Engineer's Office
in coordination with the 6ity Engineer and Police Department has designed the Channel-
ization and signal control which would help to relieve the congestion at this point,
but the initiation as to the control itself must be accomplished on a ,municipal
level; that the control service designed would relieve the congestion, not eliminate
it, as only a certain volume of traffic can be put through any interseotion during
a time interval; that they will cooperate with the City officials at such time as
the City of Renton is prepared to undertake the installation of controls necessary
at the subject intersection.
The City Engineer stated that the City Would have to stand the complete construction
and installation costs and any plan suggested would have to be approved by the State
Highway Department before proceeding with same, that in his opinion, further study
should be given this matter with the idea of bypassing part of the traffic now pass-
ing through subject intersection.
The City Attorney confirmed the City Engineer' s and District Engineer's statements
that the City of Renton was legally responsible for the construction and install-
ation of traffic controls at such location. The City Eng;neer further stated that
this matter could be held in abeyance until the State Department of Highways has com-
pleted their proposed survey.
Councilman Reid stated that the City Engineer and the Light & Power Com. ittee would
like to investigate this traffic problem further before submitting their estimate
and recommendation.
ti communication was read from Arthur H. Towne, Administrative Assistant of Renton
School District No. 403 recommending, after conferring with Assistant Chief of
Police McCarthy, that a loading zone be authorized on the west side of Burnett OEM
Street between Second Avenue and Tobin Avenue for loading and unloading of school
busses, due to the closure of 2nd Avenue in front of the High School.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in 'the recommen-
dation of Mr. Towne, and that the proper signs be posted on the west side of Burnett
Street from Second Avenue to the Knights of Pythias Hall only, as a loading and un-
loadin- zone for school busses, and Mr. Towne to be so notified. Carried.
The City Clerk reminded the Council of the next Association of Washington Cities
Regional meetings stating that the closest one that Renton could attend would be
October 19th at Kent. All Regional meetings are held in the evenings, preceded by
a dinner be ;inning at 6:30 P.M., STANDARD TIME.
The City Clerk read a copy of a letter from the Airport Manager to the Veterans
Air Service, Witters Flying Service, Smith Aviation Company, Renton,'ivil Air
Patrol, Boeing Test Flight Department and USAF Operations, reminding them that
there are persons who are "more-than-usually" concerned with the proximity of the
High School Building and the flight paths; of the Airport's traffic patterns and
asking all supervisors, instructors and pilots to do all in their power to prevent
or disquiet any apprehension there might be; that everyone check themselves, friends
and subordinates to NOT give anyone cause for unfavorable comment or undue concern
because of careless flight in pattern. The communication was ordered filed.
As this evening was the date set for the opening of bids on the property described
as Lot 17, Block 2, Morgans Grandview Addition to Renton, the following bids, being �.
the only one received, was read:
Mrs. Jessie Clulow, 615 High Street - $100.00
This bid to include all expenses for the sale'. ie.,
cost of calling for bids and title insurance for same.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the City accept the bids of $100.00
for the property.
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Councilman Richardson stated that this property was originally deeded to the City
of Renton as a fire station, that it is too small to build a home on and if the Tiele
Insurance could be obtained for $15.00 and the cost of publication was X5.00 or less,
the City would still realize a net of $80.00 therefrom as it was of no value to the
City at this time.
The City Attorney suggested at as the property was of such a little value, that it
would be better from the City's standpoint to issue a quit claim deed for this
property, with the Council's approval. Councilman Richardson, with the consent of his
second, Councilman Freyman, withdrew his motion.
The City Attorney stated that an Ordinance would be required to complete the sale and
transfer of this property and stated that the City could accept the bid, with the
reservation that a quit claim deed be issued for the property and an Ordinance drafted
to cover the sale.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, provided the bidder would consent to accept-
ing a quit-calim deed for the property, that the City Attorney be requested to draft
and present to the Council an Ordinance in regard to same. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated, that in his opinion, the purchaser should be required to pay
any sewer assessments previously paid by the City on the property as well as any
additional expenses involved in the sale of same.
Councilman Richardson stated that the purchaser should be willing to accept a quit-
claim deed instead of requiring Title Insurance on the property.
The City Clerk read the petition from Asa B. and Jessie F. Litchfield to vacate the
north 30 feet of 7th Avenue (Section Street) , from the west side of Cedar Street to
the East side of Main Street in the City of Renton. The City Attorney stated that from
a legal standpoint, the petition was entirely in order.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the petition be held in abeyance until
the City Engineer had checked the description during a recess, and reported to the
Council. Carried.
.,.. A communication was read from the Building Inspector requesting authority to make
reservations to attend the Pacific Coast Building Officials Conference at Salt Lake
City, Utah, September 17th to 22nd, 1951 as Rentonts representative.
The City Attorney informed the "ouncil that there was a question as to the legality
of paying a delegatels expenses while outside the State of Washington and recom-
mended that expenses be allowed only for traveling, meals, etc., incurred inside the
State.
Mayor Baxter recommended that the Building Inspector be allowed all expenses incurred
by him inside the State of 'Washington while attending subject conference.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Mayor. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: F,EID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, FREYMAN, HANSENp HAGEN, TRIP24, and
HOLM.
The City Engineer reported that he had checked the description of the property on the
petition and had found it to be correct.
Mr. John Dobson, Attorney for the petitioners stated that the date of September 25,
1951 for the hearing would allow the required "not less than 20 days or more than
60 days" after the legal posting of the notices of hearing.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 818, as presented by the Ordinance
Co,r,mittee setting the date of September 25, 1951 as the date of hearing on the petition
to vacate the north 30 feet of 7th Avenue (Section Street) , from the west side of
Cedar Street to the east side of Main Street in the City of Renton.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 818 as read. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the City Attorney arid Ordinance
Committee prepare the required Ordinance for the vacation of this above described
property, which is to be presented to--the Council for their approval or rejection.
Carried.
The Assistant City Attorney informed the Council that he had checked with several
of the neighboring cities and had been informed that they had signed the Mutual
Aid Agreement referred to the Civilian Defense Director and himself some time ago,
that they had held the agreement pending. Government allotment of matching funds,
which had been rejected - - that one clause obligated the subscriber to pay ex-
penses in case of a disaster or enemy attack - that there was a 30 day termin-
ation clause incorporated in the agreement - that the Council, by motion may
approve the agreement. The Assistant City Attorney further stated that he unue2-
stood that the Civil Defense Board in Seattle had approved this agreement and had
referred it to the Seattle City Council for their action. The Assistatnt City
Attorney explained to the Council that if there was a disaster that effected
Renton only - the County asks the outlying cities to bring in assistance to
Renton - Renton would be obligated to provide quarters and food for assistance
broughtto Renton from the neighboring cities. Mr. Swift stated that :in case of a
disaster in Kent, and Renton was asked to assist, Renton would be reimbursed for
actual expenses incurred by their assistance.
Councilman Swift recommended that this agreement be left in the Committee of the
Council as a whole, the Civil Defense Director and Assistant City Attorney and
that a special meeting be held Tuesday, September 4th at 7:30 P.M., to decide what
action should be taken by the Council.
Mayor Baxter stated that the Civil Defense Director and himself were planning on
attending a Civil Defense meeting Seattle on Wednesday night and they would
obtain more information.
The City Clerk read a copy of a letter from the�Feenaughty Maclinery Company add-
ressed to the Mpyor, City Council and .City Engineer regarding their bid to furnish
a street sweeper to the City of Renton, stating that the Feenaughty Machinery
Company is still able to perform on their bid of Mareb 20, 1951, and that one of
the same type of sweeper his company had demonstrated was to be delivered to
Portland and they could forward it to Renton at the same price as shown in their
bid.
The City Attorney informed the Council that the City would have to check the con-
tract with the Columbia Equipment Company to see if same could be invalidated
because the Company had not delivered the street sweeper in accordance with the
time limit specified in their bid, and that in case said contract could be in- ""
validated, a new call for bids would have to be published before the City could
purchase a street sweeper.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to the
City Attorney for a report back as to any action the City of Renton should take
in regard to same. Carried.
The Mayor read a report from the City Treasurer naming the City of Renton 41st
on a list of cities whose water rate based on 700 cu. ft. ranges from $3.85 at
Grand Coulee to 86¢ at Seattle and 83¢ at Renton.
The City Engineer stated that Mr. Wolff would like to present at any proposed
meetings of the Council on consideration of future water rates.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that a meeting of the Council as a
whole to discuss future water rates, be held as soon as possible and that Mr.
Wolff be invited to be present. Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that Mr. Wolff would require approximately
three months to complete his survey, but he might be able to give the Council
some information before his survey is completed.
Thursday nite, August 30th at 7:30 P.M., prior to the next budget meeting, is
the date set for a proposed meeting to discuss future water rates, and Mr.
Wolff is to be invited to attend.
It being the responsibility of the City of Renton to initiate traffic control
procedure within the corporate limits of the City of Renton, it was moved by
Swift, seconded by Hansen, that the City Engineer proceed with the traffic count
for the State Highway Department Engineer, at the Airport Way and Raini(�r Avenue
intersection. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Reid, in line with the Council's discussion at a
previous budget meeting, that the City Engineer be instructed to'prepare the
specifications for a new grader for the_S'ity of Renton, to be submitted to the
Council for their approval and recommendation. Carried.
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Moved by Trinm, seconded by Richardson, that the City Engineer be requested to pre—
pare specifications for a new scoopmobile for. the City of Renton, For Council
approval and recommendation. Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that a previous Resolution for the improvement
of 3rd Avenue from Shattuck Street to Rainier Avenue had been rejected as it was
found to be incomplete, and that as soon as the 2nd Avenue improvement had progressed
enough to allow him a little more time he would complete the specifications and re—
quirements for the proposed improvement of the south side of 3rd Avenue from Shattuck
Street to Rainier Avenue and that a local improvement district for said improvement
could be initiated by Council resolution.
Councilman Richardson stated that Councilman Swift, the City Engineer and himself had
investigated the complaint of a property owner in back of the Button Animal Hospital
and found that dirt had been dumped from the Button property on the street below and
at the rear of the animal hospital allowing room for the passage of but one auto at
a time and that the road was platted as a 600 foot right—of—way.
The City Attorney recommended that the Council direct a letter to the gentleman who
was responsible for the dirt being dumped on the road property, informing him that
he ,is blocading the street and ask him to remove subject dirt.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommenda—
tion of the City Attorney and the City Clerk be instructed to notify the party that
the dirt be removed under the supervision of the Street Commissioner. Carried.
A communication was read from Mrs. Kathryn Kirkman, President of the Renton Garden
Club offering their assistance and cooperation in developing Mothers Park. In honor
of the doner of this property, Mr. Lee Monogan, a plaque, property inscribed, has
been obtained and with the cooperation of the City of Renton is arranging for a stone
in which to set this plaque, the Renton Garden Club will arrange delivery of the
plaque wherever and whenever designated. The Renton Garden Club further stated that
they as well as other groups, are thinking of a historical museum and are trying to
locate some museum exhibits, but as the realization of this musetua is in the distant
future, they would like to assist with plans for a picnic ground or outdoor meeting
j place, in a setting of native trees. In regard to their request that Miss Frances
Gallacher, be appointed to the Park Board, or to fillthe next vacancy on the board,
the City Attorney stated, that according to State Law, it was legal to have only
three members on the Park Board.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this communication be referred to the
Park Board with authority to accept the plaque and have same installed. Carried.
The City Attorney requested a committee meeting with the Council as a whole at the
close of the Council meeting.
The Building Inspector stated that he had received a bid of $370.00 for the in—
stallation of new metal on the face of the City Hall Building; and a bid of $3040.00
for taking down the front and taking off the metal and rebuilding.
Councilman Freyman informed the Council that he knew of no recent action in regard
to selling the City Hall Building.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the Property Committee, City
Engineer and Building Inspector thoroughly investigate this matter and report back
to the Council. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 9:30.P.M.
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September . 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at g o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURE.NTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM,
TAMBOP,INI, DULLAHANT AND HOLD' (Councilman Hagen asked to be excused.)
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City
Attorney; Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief;
Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; JQmes Highton, City ...o
Engineer; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager; Dave Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities;
Walt Will, Building Inspector.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of August
289 1951 be approved as written. Carried.
This being the night set for the hearing on the Earlington Sewer improvements,
the City Clerk read protests from Mrs. J. W. and Margaret Stewart, A. A. Marg A.
and H. M. McDonald; W. C. Huffman, Wm. H. Wilkins, Lucy F. Guitteau, Max D. Ritchie,
R. H. Hamlin, Thorvald T. and Sena K. Clausen, also protests from R. S. Langdon,
Eva Kauslarich, Dan R. Huntington and Rudolph Seppi, who stated that further con—
sideration should be given all people with deep lots where it was impossible to use
these lots for homes due to the contour of the land or to the fact that homes had
already been constructed on either end making it impossible to allow :road access
to the remaining part of the property, or further recommendations as -to the pro—
posed route of the sewer line.
Protests from the audience were given as follows: Margaret Hardie Cooke, Mrs.
Vasbinder, Mrs. Sloan, Mrs. Bogh, Matt Kauslaurich and Mrs. Morgan who stated they
had already submitted written protests to the Council for the first hearing and
would like to have these protests included.
Councilman Bruce stated, that in his opinion, all communications should be studied
to determine their exact protest, whether said protest was against the proposed
sewer system, route or method of assessment, which should be taken into consider—
ation separately.
The City Engineer informed Mrs. Harry Dickinson that assessments were made on an
area basis and that equal size lots should be assessed equally, if there were no
errors in computation; that he would like one full week until Septem brr 11, 1951,
to check all protests received.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that all protests be referred to the
City Engineer and City Attorney to check the legality of same and report back.
Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that it would take at least 45 days to
get the proposed improvement under construction.
Upon request for information from someone in the audience, Councilman Richardson
stated that it was contemplated that the improvement would be paid by a Bond
issue. The City Treasurer informed the audience that with bond issue improvements,
the property owners could make yearly payments of either one—tenth or one—fifth
of their individual assessment, according to the bond issue, with interest on the
balance; that there would be no interest charged if assessments were paid within
30 days from the date notices of assessments are mailed.
In answer to a request for information, the City Engineer stated that it would
be possible to proceed with the improvement of the Earlington District by sewers
on a frontal basis if this L.I.D., was not approved, but that a new petition or
Council resolution would have to be inaugurated specifying that assessments would
be levied on a frontage basis. Upon request for information, the City Attorney
informed the Council that the charging of these proposed improvements to the pro—
perty owners would have to be made by assessment.
Councilman Tamborini informed the audience that if there were sufficient protests
from Earlington residents to kill the proposed sewer improvement, that according to
State Law, the State Health Department could force the ':ity to put sewers in and
the property owners would be assessed their proportionate share just the same. The
The City Engineer stated, that in an improvement of this size there were bound to
be inequalities — that it is the privilege of the City Council, where the benefits
are not equal according to the views of the City Council, to make the necessary
changes — that the Council acts as a Board of Equalization. That the City was not
allowed to take any portion of an assessment from one property owner and add on to
another,that any changes in assessment would have to be absorbed by the L.I.D.,
allowance.
A communisation was read from L. V. Johnson, President, Rainier Amusements, Inc., re—
questing all crosswalks at the intersections of 3rd Avenue and Logan Street be
marked as pedestrian crossings; that three are so marked and the fourth along the
east side of Logan Street across Third Avenue be so marked. He further requests that
consideration be given to the installation of a caution signal at this crossing.
Moved by Delaurenti" seconded by Freyman, that this communication be referred to the
Superintendent of Utilities and Traffic Division of the Police Department with power
to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Irving Chapman of the Chapman Electric Company re the
electrical code, stating that Fire Zone #1 has no restrictions as to wiring com—
mercial buildings other than the stipulations of the National Electrical Code, which
does not require conduit installations; and further recommended that the City adopt
a resolution altering the present code and require all buildings in Fire Zone #1 be
wired with conduit or its equivalent.
The Building Inspector informed the Council that all Renton electrical contractors
used conduit pipe in their electrical, installations, but that outside contractors
doing work in Renton used wire rope, which was permissable under the National
Electric Code; that there was no way to prohibit the use of this wire rope unless the
City Council revised the present Ordinance.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication be referred to
the Building Inspector, Light and Power Committee and City Attorney to report back
to the Council their recommendations as to specifications to be included in the
Ordinance.
A communication was read from Mrs. J. T. OlBrien, 419 Whitworth Street, stating that
`O' on August 1£3, when the sewer backed up in her laundry trays, and being unable to
obtain a Renton plumber, she had called a Seattle plumber who had determined that
the sewer in the alley was plugged. Mrs. O'Brien enclosed a bill in the amount of
$24.46 for 2j hours overtime for clearing out the sewer with a power machine.,
from A. H. Merchant & Company, 1633 12th Avenue, Seattle, for Council consideration,
as she feels that the expense of clearing out this sewer should be the City's
obligation.
The City Engineer stated that he had been notified about the incident and that a
lateral sewer had plugged; that it had happened on a Saturday and when the Seattle
plumber had determined where the trouble was, he had been instructed to remedy same;
that the City had been notified after the Seattle plumber had been called.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this communication and bill be re—
ferred to the City Engineer, City Attorney and Insurance Representative, Mr. 'Wm.
,)avis to investigate the matter thoroughly and report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter reported that a claim in the amount of $140.00 had been paid by the
Insurance Company to Mr. G. R. Brooks on Talbot Hill for damage to fruit trees when
an old unusable City water main had been the source of water seeping into his
property.
The City Clerk stated that he had received a Legislative Bulletin re the proposed
liquor tax.
Moved by Tambo rini, seconded by Richardson, that the Legislative Bulletin be re—
ferred to the Legislative Committee for study. Carried.
A communication was read from Captain J. J. Mahy, Commanding Officer of the Salvation
Army requesting permission to conduct a 45 minute open—air concert on Saturday,
September lst. The Assistant Chief of Police stated that he had made arrangements
to allow the Salvation Army Band the use of Tonkins Park for their concert.
The City Clerk requested information as to topics for discussion at the planned
Regional Meeting of the Association of Washington Cities in Kent on October 19, 1951.
Information on the power subject, outcome of various taxes as they effect cities,
and off-street parking were suggested.
Mayor Baxter reported that he had received a communication from Senator Harry P.
Cain from Washington.. D.C., stating that a bill had been presented by the House of
Representatives allowing Cities payment in lieu of taxes from the Government on Gover-
nment owned property that had been removed from the tax rolls; that he hoped to get
unified support in regards to this bill from the Association of Washington Cities. The
Mayor further stated, that in his opinion, the bill combined various portions of pre-
vious bills and he hoped this bill would go through.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Richardson, that the City Clerk, Mayor and City Attorney
be authorized to forward a Resolution to all Congressmen and Senators in,regard to 4"
the passage of this bill, and the Central Labor Council as well as Service Clubs be
requested to forward similar Resolutions. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor .Toe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSE.N, TRI11i,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
A letter to the Mayor and Council from C. E. McCarthy, Director of Civil. Defense re
charges for Civil Defense Services for two employees of the Police Department was read.
After a discussion in regard to same, it was moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti,
that the two policemen who have been paid 6120.00 each for extra services in Civilian
Defense operations, from the Police Department Funds, be paid $45.00 per month each
from the Civil Defense (hourly labor) Fund, September through December, 1951, and that
the above amount of $6120.00 paid to each of them be withheld from the amount due them
from the Police Department funds at the rate of 030.00 each per month, September
through December 1951. Carried.
The City Clerk stated that he had been informed by John W. Dobson, a member of the
Lake Shore Lines Board of Directors that their officials would like to meet with the
Council as a whole to discuss the location of a new bus depot in Renton.
Arrangements are to be made for a meeting between the Lake Shore Lines and the Street now
and Alley Committee and the Traffic Division of the Police Department to discuss the
location of a new bus depot.
The City Engineer informed the Council that they were proceeding with plans for a
traffic count at the Rainier Avenue and Airport 'day intersection and they expected
to start within the next days or so.
Mayor Baxter granted the Building Inspector, Property Committee and City Engineer
more time to submit a report as to the improvement of the face of the City Hall Build-
ing,
The City Engines reported that the latest information he had in regard to the street
sweeper was that the Columbia Equipment Company anticipated that the strike
causing the delay would be settled by the first of the month.
The City Engineer was requested to furnish the City Attorney with the contract for
the purchase of the street sweeper for investigation as to the possibility of can-
celling same, and a report back to the Council.
The City Engineer stated that it would require considerable time to submit a com-
plete report in re>tard to extension of the Renton sewer line to the Bryn Mawr Dis-
trict.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the City of Renton sign the proposed
King County Mutual Aid Agreement as presented to the Council at their July 31, 1951
meeting. Carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that Mr. George Cryer of the Highlands desires to lease
a portion of the "C" Building in Mothers Park, together with certain grounds adjacent
thereto for the killing and dressing of poultry, but that the Committee had not
given Mr. Cryer any favorable encouragement, that they had promised only to bring
the matter before the Council for their consideration.
Secretary Reynolds from the Chamber of Commerce stated that the King County Plan-
ing Commission had recently discouraged a group of gentlemen with a similar request
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to operate such an establishment. Mayor Baxter stated that some time ago a re—
quest to operate a slaughter house near this property had been disapproved.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Dullahant, that this request be refused and that the
Council go on record as not approving this type of operation close to Mothers Park
property.
The City Engineer stated that the State Highway Department was desirous of ob—
taining an estimate as to the cost to lease the 11011 building at Mothers Park, also
certain ground adjacent to same for parking facilities, that if they were able to
obtain an estimate of the cost for leasing same, they could quote a price to the
State Highway Department for their approval or disapproval. Councilman Bruce, Chair—
man of the Property Committee, stated that they have been going by the rule in the
past of 2¢ per square foot, as is, but that the Property Committee would like con—
firmation from the Council as to this price as rental prices have been changing and
maybe the Council would like to suggest some adjustment in this price before the
Property Committee made any more quotations; that should any alterations or improve—
ments be made to the "C" building by the State Highway Department, they would expect
credit for same on their rental of the building.
The City Engineer stated that the City could possible get as high as $60.00 per
month for the rental of the fl'" building and parking grounds adjacent. Councilman
Bruce stated that if the City Engineer would arrange a meeting with the State High—
way Department representatives, his committee would be glad to meet with them.
The City Attorney stated that all protests received on the Earlington sewer improve—
ment should be checked as to legality of the signature and the City Engineer should
contact the person responsible for each protest to clarify the intention of the
protesting persons, that in his opinion, some protests were merely criticisms and
some were actual protests, that all protests should be so stated without qualifi—
cations.
The Superintendent of Utilities informed the Council that the dirt had been sat—
isfactorily removed from the road in the rear of the Dr. Button Animal Hospital.
The Fire Chief reported that a fire escape had been installed in the St. Anthony's
School.
Thursday, September 6, 1951 at 7:30 P.'*,., has been ,3-,t for the next budget meeting.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Trimm, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited were presented:
PAYROLL ALL DEPARTMENTS $142555.59 2152-2274
CLAIMS CURRENT $ 878.4.2 9713-9721
CLAIMS SEWED?. 679.09 2124,-2125
CLAIMS AIRPORT 35.15 1210-
CLAIMS WATER 1,566.49 8451-8452
CLAIMS CITY STREETS 145.92 6139-6145
CLAIMS LIBRARY 417.32 2382-2396
CLAIMS PARK 16o4—
CLAIMS ATHLETIC 590
CLAIMS FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND 250.00 64-65
CLAIMS CIVILIAN DEFENSE 539.60 33-36
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
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September 11, :1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by :Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPT. HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, City Attorney; Angelo 3usato,
Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett,
City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager; Walt
Will, Building Inspector; Dave Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities and Elton Alexander,
Budget Director.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the meeting of September
4, 1951 be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATICNS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY TH1E BUILDING DEPARTMENT.
NO, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2840 2,500.00 F.L. Monohan 532 Pelly erect building
1 - 400.00 Chester Biggins 11718 SE 116th Ave. remodel house
2 5,000.00 A. W. Kindle 11.515 Sunset Blvd. erect house
3 75.00 O.B. Dilley 243 Sunset Blvd. erect shek
5 400.00 Amos G. Lewis 603 E. St, construct basement
6 30,000.00 Ernest Barer 909 3rd Ave. erect building
7 450.00 Joe Drazich 108 Factory remodel building
8 1,200.00 Walter Thomas 202 Mill St. install ramp
9 100.00 C. T. Porter 621 G. St. erect carport
50 400.00 St. Lukes Church Wells St. revamp electric sere.
1 400.00 Charlie Starkovich 420 Tobin install new roof
2 200.00 Charles G. Martin 2104 7th No. erect garage
3 37.00 J. E. McFarland 423 Wells St. erect fence
4 100.00 Harley Blunck 2217 9th Place erect carport
5 100.00 Rocksie Williams 210 Mill St, repair steps
6 11600.00 Mrs. Kena Jensen Rainier Ave remodel restaurant
7 100.00 John A. Hill 314 Factory St. wore service
8 30.00 V. Donati 504 Tobin construct driveway
9 400.00 V. Donati 504 and 500 Tobin reroof house
60 800.00 Harry E. Myers 12218 SE 141st Pl. erect addition
1 150.00 Earl Harris 822 A. St, roof on patio
2 40.00 A. W. Adams 208 Logan erect back porch
3 400.00 Henry C. Erickson 926, G. St, erect girage
4 - Earl Gibinini 106 Logan convert furnace
5 40Q.00 William D. Smith 2421-B 7th No. erect garage
6 500.00 F. H. Anderson 711 A. Street erect garage
7 100.00 Elmer Poeske 544 E. Street erect bulkhead
8 1,000.00 Don Holm 2408 5th Ave. No. basement & driveway
9 700.00 Paul Thomas 535 Morris raise house
70 - Mrs. Kena Jensen Rainier Ave. change sink
1 50.00 E. Barei-Joe Zanga 200 Main St. repair shed
2 100.00 Owen T. Hogan 335 Smithers enclose back porch
3 740.00 Joseph Covey 418 Main s-dewalk.& curb
4 100.00 Pat Ash 121 Meadow electrical service
5 - Francis Gleason 11611 116th Ave SE install plumbing
6 - John Bennett 105 N. ?Jells convert furnace
7 - Clarence Nelson 2311 6th Ave. N. install furnace
8 100.00 Wm. C. Brunette 2230 9th Place concrete driveway
9 6,500.00 Emil Tveit 11307 SE, 116th St. erect house
80 500.00 Albert L. Lewis 14110 89th St, add'n on house
1 100.00 S.M. Erickson 419 N. Wells reshingle house
2 40.00 Wendell Forgaard 1910 7th No. Blacktop
3 100.00 J. W. Allen 419 Williams sidewalk
4 11500.00 Mrs. Marion Walker Add'n on house add'n on house
5 75.00 Frank W. Koterba 540 N. Wells electrical sere.
6 71500.00 Stanley Hovland 125 Third Ave. erect building
7 - John Novack 327 Cedar St. install coal stoker
8 700.00 Alex Somppi 2213 9th Place remodel bldg.
9 440.00 A.L. Johnson 236 Meadow foundeation .
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A communication was read from the City Engineer attaching a sketch of the City pro—
perty on Cedar River adjoining Stoneway Dock Company's property, whi::h was offered
for sale by the City of Renton by means of a Call for Bids and stating that a search
has revealed that the property consisted of two parcels of land.
The City Engineer further explained that part of the property is located on the river
bank and is approximately 45 x 50 feet in size. The City Attorney stated that as
the Call for Bids had not included the exact legalcbscription of these two pieces of
property, that the description as given "pump station and well site" could be satis—
factorily construed as to include both parcels of land. Mr. Hardenbergh, from the
audience, stated that he knew there were two separate parcels of property.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that
the City Council open the bid received and take any action they deemed in the beat in—
terest of the City of Renton. Carried.
The Clerk read the Stoneway Dock Company's bid in the amount of $907.50 for the two
pieces of property. A certified check in the amount of :;x90.75 was enclosed.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Holm, that the bid received be accepted and the property
be sold to Mr. Hardenbergh. Carried.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Mayor declare a short recess. Carried.
After the recess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: All Twelve Councilmen present.
The City Clerk stated that the Council should, according to State Law, authorize
acceptance of the preliminary budget and order the publication of same as follows:
PAYMENT OF
SALARIES & WAGES MAINT & OPER CAPT. _OUTLAY INT. &_ RED. OF BONDS TOTAL
$546,164.00 $268,435.02 $123.660.00 $ 20,257.00 $9582516.02
The method by which funds will be accumulated to meet expenditures outlined above are
as follows:
ESTIMATED SURPLUS EST, RECEIPTS OTHER THAN TAXES EST, TAX RECEIPTS TOTAL
$123,011.62 $670,129.00 $165,375.40 $958,516.02
Estimated tax receipts are based on 15 mills on an assessed valuation of($11,025,027.00)
Eleven million, twenty—five thousand and twenty—seven dollars.
Power & Light System acquisition fund, including engineering and legal expenses
$6,500,000.00 (Six million, five hundred thousand dollars) TOTAL — $6,5002000.00
Revenue for the financing of this Fund to be raised by the issuance and sales of
Utility Bonds. That any citizen in the City of menton who wishes to protest the budget,
as outlined above, should be present at the Council meeting Monday, October 1, 1951,
or present their objections to the same, in writing, to the City Council prior to said
date.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt the preliminary budget
as read.
On the question, Councilman Richardson, stated, that as he had not been notified of the
Monday night, September 10th budget committee meeting of the Council as a whole,
that he could not approve the budget because he had not had the opportunity to
familiarize himself with the proposed preliminary budget. Councilman Delaurenti stated
that at Thursday evening's budget meeting, all Councilmen present had been notified
to be present at the September 10th budget meeting. The motion to adopt the pre—
liminary budget carried.
The City Clerk stated that the preliminary budget, as accepted, would be published
according to State Law and a date set for a hearing thereon; that copies of the pre—
liminary budget would be available by the 15th of September.
A communication was read from Harold Phinney, Chief Dispatcher for the Lake Shore
Lines, requesting a bus stop zone be provided at Liberty Park, at the Park entrance
intersection with Bronson Way North, for the safety and convensence of passengers;
that the zone should be at least 35' in length and to allow eastbound busses to pull
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out of the traffic land after clearing the traffic signal at the Bronson Way No.,
and Park Street intersection, to unload passengers.
A communication was read from the Chief of Police requesting that a bus unloading
zone be established on Bronson Way equi—distant between the Library sidewalk to
the Sweet Center sidewalk, within the intersection of the road coming out of Liberty
Park, a total distance of 96 feet. (The length of a bus is 31 feet) It was further
stated that the Engineering Department has concurred with the Police Department re—
quest.
Moved by 'Pamborini, seconded by Hansen, that both communications be referred to the
Street & Alley Committee for investigation and a report back. Carried.
A request for a non—conforming permit to build a garage to his front and side prop—
erty line, because of the steep grade to his property,. was read from Herman M.
Nirschl, 708 Cedar Street.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that this request be referred to the City
Engineer and Building Inspector for investigation and a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Wallace R. Wilson, Pastor of the Highlands Community
Church and Chairman of the Renton Billy Graham Committee, thanking the Mayor and
Council for their pretence at the August 22nd meeting; that there were over 600
Renton citizens present that meeting. Mayor Baxter ordered the communication filed.
The reappointment of Tom Dobson, Jr., as Commissioner of the Housing Authority of
the City of Renton by Mayor Joe R. Baxter, was read.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Bruce, that the Council approve the reappointment.
Carried.
The appointment of KLden' Alexander as Budget Director for the City of Renton by
Mayor Joe R. Baxter was read.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reid, that the Council approve the appointment. Carried.
A communication was read, signed by Walt Will, Building Inspector and Walt Reid,
Chairman, George Swift and Charles Delaurenti, members of the Light and Power
Committee, recommending that hereafter all commercial buildings in Fire Zone 1,
shall be wired in conduit, electrical metallic tubing, flexible metal conduit or
surface metal race—way; and that the necessary Ordinance be drafted changing the
City of Renton's Electrical Code to comply with this change..
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Committee and this matter be referred to the Ordinance Committee, City
Attorney and Building Inspector to draft the necessary Ordinance. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that according to State
Law he has calculated 20.E of protests against L.I.D., #239, Earlington Sanitary
Sewers. (State Law required 60% to divest from the City Council the power to pro—
ceed with the improvement).
A second communication was read from the City Engineer stating the following two
reasons why, in his opinion, the construction of the Earlington Sanitary sewers
should be deferred until the spring of 1952. (1) That the earliest possible starting
date of November 1, 1951, would cause the work to be done in mid—winter and .would
increase the cost of the project. (2) That no provisions for the financing of the
tn.ink sewer, which should be made a part of the sewer contract, have been made— that
if legally possible, the construction of the trunk sewer, filling in of the Black
River Channel and the expansion of the sewage treatment plant should be financed by
one bond issue as a package plan — that the details and cost estimates for this
planning can be completed by January lst, 1952, unless complicated by increased ex—
pansion of the sewage treatment plant to accomodate outside areas.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that a notice be published as to the per—
centage of protests so everyone concerned will be informed. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Holm, that the City form a Local Improvement Dis—
trict for the construction of Earlington Sanitary Sewers. Carried.
On the advice of the City Attorney as to the proper procedure, it was moved by
Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the City Attorney and Ordinance Committee
draft the necessary Ordinance forming a L.I.D. Carried.
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Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the City Engineer's
recommendation of deferment of the construction of Earlington Sanitary Sewers until
the spring of 1952. Carried.
The City Attorney informed the Council that they would have to determine the bond
issue by getting a commitment. That contractors would want to know whether payment
would be made by cash or warrant at the time of submitting bids for said improvement;
that the Council could call for competitive bids for bonds for this improvement.
Councilman Reid, President of the Council, stated that the Council as a whole re-
commended that the "Call for Bids" for the LID. 239 improvement of Ea.rlington
Sanitary Sewers be held in abeyance,,until the City has received competitive bids
for bonds for the subject L.I.D., and made arrangements for the sale of said bonds.
... Moved by Holm, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Council as a whole. Carried.
Moved by Hagen, seconded by Richardson, that the two sealed proposals already re-
ceived be returned to the two respective companies who presented same. Carried.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman and Councilmen Stift and Freyman, members of the Property
Committee reported the following recommendations: (1) Leasing of "C" Building and
2J acres of adjoining ground at Mothers Park for a rental fee of X200.00 per month
on a 5 year maximum lease basis with renewal optional by the City at termination - -
that $50.00 per month be set aside to amortize remodeling costs. (2) The vacant City
property on Cedar River abutting the City Shop yard area be retained "As is" for
future expansion of City operation facilities. (3) Cleaning of the brick face of the
City Hall Building at a cost of $275.00.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Property Committee. Carried.
A communication was read from Erland Lundberg, President and Chairman of Renton
Volunteer Fire Department stating that at their last meeting, it was recommended that
the Volunteer Fire Department secure through the cooperation and assistance of the
City Council and City Attorney, as a donation, a vehicle, which after examination
by a Fire Department Committee, was found could be converted to a Disaster Emergency
Vehicle, at very little expense - that if this vehicle can be secured and placed in
service as part of the Fire Department Cperation, the Volunteer Fire Department will
equip and man the vehicle at no cost to the City of Renton.
Mr. Lundberg corroborated the abo-,•e statements, further explaining that Mrs. Nellie
(Stokes) Rice had offered to donate an old hearse, which had a new motor and had
been checked over in May 1951, by Mr. Frank Rhodes - - that Volunteers would furnish
oxygen tanks at an approximate cost of $500.00 that the City of Renton would just
have to pay the liability insurance, gas and upkeep.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the communication be referred to the
Property Committee, Fire & dater Committee, Fire Chief and City Attorney for a re-
port back. Carried.
A communication was read from J. F. Schneider, Airport Manager, inviting the Mayor,
the Members of the Council and Department Heads to attend open house on Saturday,
September 15th at 2:00 P.M., in the offices of the Airport Manager. (That they have
planned (1) an inspection of a C-97 Stratofreighter, (2) a tour of the Airport and
inspection of facilities, (3) a flight in an executive aircraft, and (4) refresh-
ments will be served.)
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Mayor and City Council accept the
invitation of the Airport Board. Carried,
Councilman Swift, Chairman of. the Street and Alley Committee, recommended: (1) that
the City proceed with the repairs of Wells Street (2) investigate why the Northern
.� Pacific Railroad Company hasn't completed the work on the 6th Avenue north Railroad
crossing and (3) determine from the City Attorney and City Engineer the status of
the deeds for the extension of 6th Avenue to Rainier Avenue on the south side of
Renton.
The Mayor granted the City Engineer more time to prepare the necessary papers in re-
gard to the description of the deeds for the extension of 6th Avenue to Rainier
Avenue on the south side of Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommenda-
tion of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
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The City Engineer informed the Council th<nt he had not had sufficient time to
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check the legality of signatures as yet on the petition for the vacation of the +
Alley in Block 18, Renton Highlands Addition to Renton.
The City Engineer informed the Council in regard to the status of the 4th Avenue
north crossing, that they were waiting for plans from the State Highway Depart-
ment, that he understood that the prohibitive cost at this time was holding up
further negotiations. Councilman Richardson stated that according to graphs and
,)roposals presented by the State Highway Department at their special meeting re-
cently, that some of the graphs showed the proposed route to follow this course,
and that in his opinion, the Council should wait until it is determined what route
the State Highway Department is going to take.
In regard to the parcel of property offered for sale by the City of Renton on
Renton Renton Scenic Hill by publication of a call for bids for same., the City
Clerk informed the Council that he and Councilman Hansen had thoroughly dis-
cussed the matter of Mrs. Jessie Clulow accepting a quit-claim deed for this pro-
perty from the City of Renton, and that as the City had previously paid sewer
assessments in an amount of $59.78 that Mrs. Clulow had stated that she would
accept a quit-claim deed from the City; that she would pay the City the amount of
$140.00 for this property and would pay $100.00 down and the balance in four
monthly payments of $10.00 each.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this matter be referred to the
City Clerk and City Attorney to draft the necessary Ordinance covering the sale
of this property. Carried.
After considerable discussion in regard to a street sweeper for the City of
.penton, a motion was made by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the City request the
Columbia Equipment Company to release their bid and further request they try and
obtain a written reply before the next Council meeting.
The Street Commissioner stated that he had talked to Columbia Equipment Company
Representatives on the 10th of September and they had stated they were endeavor-
ing to locate as good a piece of equipment as the City had bid on, to be given to
the City to use, free of charge, until the City receives their own sweeper.
With the consent of his second, Councilman Hansen, Councilman Reid withdrew his
motion.
Councilman Richardson requested that the Puget Sound Power and Light Company be
notified that the portion of Grady !Jay where the Puget Sound Powpr and Light
Company's spur is being replaced is in poor condition. Councilman Swift informed
the Council that his committee had originally investigated the Puget Sound Power
and Light Company's request to replace, their spur and had recommended that they
proceed with this work, with the approval of the State Highway Department, as
this crossing is not within the corporate limits of the City of Renton - - that
they had stated they would maintain conditions as required by the State.
The Street Department volunteered to contact the Puget Sound Power and Light
Company, and request them to correct this condition on Grady Way.
Councilman Bruce requested that the Cedar River Policy Committee (Hugh Bruce,
Chairman, Walt Reid, Herman Freyman, Don Holm and Charles Delaurenti) meet on
Wednesday evening, September 12, 1951 with the Planning Commission at their re-
gular meeting.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
September 18, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
DULLAHANT AND HOLM. Councilman Swift was excused.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attorney;
Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk;
Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park
Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager; Dave Pugh, Superintendent of
Utilities and Elton Alexander, Budget Director. Building Inspector Walt Will, who
is attending a Conference in Salt Lake City was excused.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the September 11, 1951
council meeting be approved as written. Carried. 1
A communication was read from Gould & Gould, Inc., stating that the Claim of Johr
W. Truman, 915 "F" Street, Renton, which had been referred to Mr. William Davis,
Insurance Representative for the City of Renton had been paid in the full amount of
$43.49.
The communication was ordered filed.
A request to install a pinball machine in her place of business, Lena's Chicken
and Steak House, 427 Airport Way was read from Lena Marshall.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Dullahant, that the request be referred to the
Police and License Committee with power to act. Carried.
A notice of Docket No. 1973, re Paul J. Henry, deceased, is to be heard before
the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals after due notice of time and place to all
interested parties, as the Board is of the opinion that the appeal be granted and
a hearing should be held to determine the issue. The communication was ordered
filed.
A notice of "Order of Consolidation and of a Hearing" is to be held September 24,
1951 of the Washington Public Service Commission, complainant vs the Pacific Power
and Light Company, the Puget Sound Power & Light Company and the Washington Water
Power Company, Respondents, re revisions to their currently effective tariffs,
which embody an increase in rates for electric service, commencing at 11:00 A.M.,
(Daylight Saving Time) in Washington Public Service Commission's Hearing Room,
Fourth floor of the Insurance Building, Olympia, Washington and will continue for
such time as will enable all proper and interested parties to be heard.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the commun'.cation be filed for future
reference. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer advising the Council that he had
been informed by the contractor that, under existing conditions, cleaning of the
brick front of the City Hall would be of a temporary nature and should be repeated
each year, therefore he had held up orders that this work be done.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that
the City Engineer proceed with the cleaning of the front of the City Hall Build—
ing. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer and Building Inspector recommend—
ing that a non—conforming permit be granted to Mr, Herman M. Nirschl- to- erect a
garage at 708 Cedar Street; that the garage be placed three feet from the property
line, with the written consent from the adjoining property owner. The City
Engineer informed the Council that Mr. Nirschl had informed him that he would be
able to obtain the written consent of the adjoining property owner.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommend—
ation of the City Engineer and Building Inspector, with the written consent of
Mr. Nirschl's adjoining property owner. Carried.
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The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 819, as presented by the Ordinance
Committee and City Attorney, creating a Local Improvement District of areas in
Earlington Addition, for construction and installation of a sanitary sewer
system therein, which will require sale of bonds for financing, and it is necess-
ary to furnish to prospective bond purchasers an approving opinion as to validity
thereof rendered by Attorneys acceptable to bond investment firms; and that the
firm of Weter, Roberts and Shefelman, attorneys of Seattle, Washington, be em
ployed as special assistants to the City Attorney of Renton to consult, and assist
in legal matters pertaining to the formation of the L.I.D., for said Earlington
sewer system, including connecting trunk line and in all legal matters and pro-
ceedings pertaining to said District and its sewer project and to the preparation
and sale of its bonds, and to furnish any required legal opinion in connection
therewith; the City of Renton hereby obligating itself to pay such fee for said
legal services as may be approved by the City Attorney up to a maximum of FIVE
HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00).
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council adopt proposed
Resolution No. 319, as read. Carried.
Councilman Richardson requested that a copy of a letter which he had received
from Grande and Company, addressed to the Mayor be read.
The City Clerk explained to the Council that R.L. Shepherd of Grande & Company-had
come to his office and had received all of the information requested in his letter,
stating that his company would like to have the full information in case the-City
of Renton did want to float new water bonds, and that his company would like an
opportunity to bid on the bonds.
Councilman Richardson requested that the copy of the letter he had received from
Grande & I toqpany be referred to Chairman Dullahant of the Fire & Water Committee.
The City Clerk informed the Council that no action had been taken on the Budget
Director's report that an emergency budget is necessary for the proper operation
of the Street Department ($101000.00), Water Department 07500.00) , Police Depart-
ment ($2700.00) for stationery, postage and printing ($1500.00) and City Buildings
($2500.00) , in a total amount of X24,200.00.
Dave Pugh, the former Budget Director, informed the Council that the Airport
Manager had presented his figures to be included in the emergency budget. The City
Clerk stated that an emergency budget should be set up before any monies are ex-
pended.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Holm, that Monday night, September 24, at 7:30 P.M.,
be set as the meeting time and date of the Council as a Whole to discuss the
final budget. Carried.
Councilman Dullahant requested that the meeting to further discuss the proposed
emergency budget be held this evening, immediately following the Council meeting.
Councilman Holm stated that he had heard quite a bit of conversation around
Renton in regard to the proposed business tax and asked the opinion of. the Council
as to a recommendation that the City Clerk mail informative letters to represen-
tatives of the larger business organizations, who are interested in the proposed
business tax, that they give this matter some study and meet with the Council as a
whole at a special meeting a week from Thursday, September 27, at 8:00 P.M., giving
them an opportunity to express their views on the subject.
Councilman Richardson stated, that in his opinion, owners of business and indus-
tries should be notified and that they be requested to attend a round table discus-
sion.(The Boeing Airplane Company, Pacific Car and Foundry Company, Gladding` McBean
& Company, the Puget Sound Power and Light Company, the Telephone Company, etc.,)
Mayor Baxter stated, that in his opinion, such a meeting should be held as soon as
possible.
Councilmen Reid stated that the Chamber of Commerce, as a Committee, were working
on the City's Budget now, that they would like to meet with the Council as a whole,
at the Council's convenience, to go over the budget with them -- that in his opinion,
it would be a good idea to have a round table discussion on this subject.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Council concur in Council-
man's recommendation and that all the larger business houses and industries be
notified of the proposed business tax and of a special meeting on Thursday, Sept-
ember 27, at 8:00 P.M., for a round table discussion on this matter. Carried.
Councilman Reid stated that the Chamber of Commerce should be notified to have
their representatives at subject meeting.
The City Clerk stated that the Executive Secretary of the Association of Washington
Cities had advised the Budget Director and himself that the Cities that had a un-
iform business, professional, retail, wholesale and manufacturing tax of 11.0 of
1% had experienced very little opposition to the tax and that the collection of
same had proved to be very easy - - that Cities with large manufacturing concerns
were receiving from $4.00 to $5.00 per-capita on said tax and that small cities,
with no large manufacturing enterprises were receiving as low as $1.50 per-capita.
Councilman Dullahant reported that the Property and Fire & Water Committees rec-
ommended that if the Fire Chief finds upon investigation that there are housing
facilities at the Fire Station to house the new disaster emergency track, that the
City Attorney be requested to draft the necessary pap.-3rs for the acceptance of this
truck by the Volunteer Fire Department.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Committees. Carried.
The City Treasurer reminded the Council of the Finance Officers meeting in Bremerton,
October 17, 18 and 19, 1951.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the City Clerk and City Treasurer be
requested to attend this meeting. Carried.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
�e allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
PAYROLL ALL DEPARTMENTS $31,598.01 2275-2424
CLAIMS CURRENT 15,085.48 9722-9785
CLAIMS WATER 34784.65 8453-8473
CLAIMS PARK 442.06 1605-1612
CLAIMS LIBRARY 739s75 2397-2398
CLAIMS AIRPORT 11159.71 1211-1227
CLAIMS CITY STREETS 740,87 6146-6152
CLAIMS ATHLETIC 41.14 590-591
CLAIMS CIVILIAN DEFENSE 9.68 37-38
CLAIMS SEWER DISPOSAL 691.06 2126-2136
CLAIMS FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND 250.00 66-67
CLAIMS CUMULATIVE FUND #1183 380.88 380-382
CLAIM'S CUMULATIVE FUND #1182 1065;97 27-36
"Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 8:45 P.M.
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Renton, Wash
September 25, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
Asst,
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellen, City Attorney; Angelo
Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk, Dorothea
Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer ; Gene Coulon, Park Super-
intendent,Jack Schneider, Airpott Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector and Elton
Alexander, Budget Director. (Dave Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities was reported
ill at home. )
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Delaurenti, that the minutes of the meeting of September
18, 1951 be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT —
N0. AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OFWORK
2890 50.00 E. Belmondo 528 Cedar Street repair roof
1 50.00 Alex Cugini 328 Main repair roof
2 200.00 Alex Cugini 617 Burnett repair residce.
3 300.00 Darwin Bainton 2120 9th N. build fireplace
4 400.00 Ernie Henry 705 C Street Carport
5 -- Cecil Wakelam Langston Road Install new roof
6 50.00 Hugh Bruce 335 Park Ave. install new roof
7 100.00 C.E. Peterson 8406 s. 140th install 8" tile
8 60.00 Kenneth Lindgren 2113 9th Place constr. driveway
9 15.00 Glen Ellenburger 427 N. Williams replace window
2900 35.00 Henry E. Legere 451 Pelly roof on garage
1 100.00 Mrs. D. Gossett 117 Meadow tear down garage
2 1100p.00 First Nat'l Bank 311 Williams St. pumice block add.
3 650.00 James Copeland 225 Pelly install siding
4 100.00 W. H. Wren 319 Meadow rewire house
5 400.00 Gilbert Belmondo 438 Burnett St. instl.roof & Prch.
6 300.00 Ralph Lund 2208 7th North install fireplace
7 80.00 George Wilkins 8722 S. 140th wire service
8 11000.00 Lena Azzola 308 Main St. remodel office
9 400.00 Sewing Machine Serv. 313 Main St. repair store
2910 400.00 George W. Pitcher 2503 7th Ave. N. erect garage
1 50.00 A.D. Treasti 436 N. Wells erect dog pen
2 100.00 Mary Tomich 237 Factory wire service
3 400.00 Dewey Auguston 11066 Sunset Blvd. erect carport
4 42500.00 Mrs. Lavina Bennett 310 Pelly St. upstairs to apts.
5 — Leroy Schwarta 812 C. St. oil floor furn.
6 — Donald Young 2110 9th Ave. N. oil floor furn.
7 — William J. Cook 5332 6th Place install furn.
8 — William Taylor 8644 S. 142nd install septic tank.
18—A 100.00 Raphael Jasper 8414 S. 140th install the
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the planning Commissions
stating that the commission passed a resolution adopting the report of the Committee,
appointed by the Planning Commission, to study the possibility of securing a swimm—
ing beach for the City of Renton. The Committee report was to the effect that the
location at Bryn Mawr is very desirable for a swimming beach and park, therefore the
Planning Commission favors this location and recommends it development, providing
the City of Renton is able to finance same. The communication was ordered filed.
A communication was read from George D. Smith, Assistant Executive Secretary of the
Association of Washington Cities, in answer to the City Clerk's inquiry as to com—
piled data on sales tax collections by the State from firms) marchants, etc., with—
in the corporate limits of the City of Renton. The communication stated that such
data is only compiled for Seattle, Spokane and Tacoma. The communication was ordered
filed.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that the alley in Block 18
is 12 foot in width and that it contained the signatures of all the property owners
abutting the alley.
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After a short discussicn, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the
City Attorney and City Clerk set the date for the public hearing on the vacation
of the alley in Block 18, Renton Highlands Addition to Renton. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that he had received infor-
mation that Mr. Balch intends to proceed immediately with the construction of 73
dwellings on his 20 acre tract. The preliminary plat of the addition having pre-
viously been approved by the Council and Planning Commission; that the final plat
in general as to physical character being satisfactory, and it is his recommendation
that same be approved, subject to the following conditions.
1. The main streets all have a public right-of-way of not less than 60
feet, and the dead-end streets to be not less than 50 feet.
2. A ten foot easement be provided for a sanitary sewer running east and
west through Block 4 and 5.
3. Block numbers to be shown on the final plat.
4. The streets be renamed to conform to the City pattern.
5. The name of the addition is left unchanged, subject to Council approval.
The City Engineer stated the final plat had not been approved as yet, and that the
present plan for the City was to extend the existing streets through the plat.
Councilman Swift stated, that in his opinion, every new street platted within the
City of Renton should be platted 60 feet wide to conform to the Ordinance.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the City Engineer, with the stipulation that all new streets be platted 60 feet
wide to conform to the present ordinance. Carried. - -
An application from Marvel and T. E. Booth for a non-conforming permit to remodel
the dwelling at 315 Morris atreet for use as a doctor and dental clinic was read.
A statement of their approval, signed by 9 property owners, being 100% of the pro-
perty owners within a radius of 200 feet of subject lot was attached to the appli-
cation,
The City Clerk stated that some of the property owners living in the above area were
not opposed to a doctor or dental clinic at subject location, but were opposed to
rezoning the area to either a commercial or industrial zone.
Moved by Richard.sonl seconded by Delaurenti, that this application be referred to
the Building Inspector to make a thorough investigation and report back his re-
commendation. Carried.
This being the date set for the hearing on the vacation of the north 30 feet of
7th Avenue (Secticn Street) from the east side of Main Street to the west side of
Cedar Street, on Fenton Scenic Hill, there being no written or oral protests, the
City Clerk read proposed ordinance No. 1408 as presented by the Ordinance Committee,
for the vacation of aortion of 7th Avenue described as "the north 30 feet of 7th
Avenue (Section Street from the west side of Cedar Street to the east side of Main
Street, in the City of Renton, King Coli.nty, Washington.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that this Ordinance be referred to the
Ordinance Committee. Carried. The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on the
proposed Ordinance and recommended its passage.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and that proposed ordinance No. 1408 be placed on its
r second and final reading. Carried.
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After the second and final reading, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1408 be passed as read. A roll call vote being taken, and
all twelve Councilmen voting "Aye", the motion unanimously carried.
The newspaper vendor from near the corner of 3rd and Wells Street, adjacent to
Bergman's Drug Store, stated that the moving of his stand from the corner had proved
very unsatisfactory and if he is allowed to move the stand back to the corner he
would cause no congestion of either foot or automobile traffic by his activities and
verbally requested the Council to give him the privilege of moving the stand back to
its original location.
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Councilman Richardson, stated, statement corroborated by Councilmen Swift and
Dullahant, that this is a temporary arrangement for a trial period only - that
this area is designated as a "load and unload zone" for convenience of delivery
trucks, that there had been several accidents at this corner as well as a great
deal of traffic congestion caused by motorists stopping to pick up a paper and the
Committee recommended that this change be left as is for the present.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street and Alley Committee. Carried.
The Street and Alley Committee recommended that a bus stop be made on Bronson Way
equi-distant between the Library sidewalk and the Sweet Center sidewalk, within
the intersection of the road coming out of Liberty Park, for a trial period. That
if an island is found to be necessary, it should be installed at the expense of the
Lake Shore Lines and any striping or posting of signs that are necessary should be
done by the City of Renton.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommenda-
tion of the Street and Alley Committee. Carried.
The Street and Alley Committee further recommended that the Council refer the re-
quest of the Lake Shore Lines for "load and unload zones" on Park Street, back to
the bus company for their reconsideration and a new recommendation.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Street and Alley Committee. Carried.
The City Engineer stated that he had contacted the Lake Shore Lines in regard to
proposed bus stops on Park Street and they had stated they would furnish the
Council their recommendation in writing. Councilman Swift of the Street and Alley
Committee stated that Mr. G.G. Ruben of 2821 8th Avenue North had offered his
Committee several suggestions and that the committee had acted upon some of the re-
commendations of Mr. Ruben. (1) They had repaired several stop signs within the
City and that the Housing Authority had cooperated in this matter also. (2) That a
pedestrian crossing at the intersection of 2nd and Main Street with Bronson Way,
with a pedestrian controlled stop light, had been suggested, but that the Committee
felt that same would not be feasible, although some type of traffic control should
be planned for this intersection which would insure the safety of pedestrians using
same. Councilman Reid stated that the Light & Power Committee had previously re-
commended a certain type of traffic light for this intersection.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Freyman, that the matter of a traffic light for the
pedestrian's benefit at the intersection of 2nd and Main Street with Bronson Way
be referred to the Light and Power Committee and City Engineer for their recommen-
dation. Carried.
Councilman Swift of the Street and Alley Committee stated that another item re-
quested was for a white center line on the Sunset Highway at 4th Avenue North,
also a warning sign "stop light ahead," but same is already in operation just north
of the intersection of 4th Avenue north with the Sunset Highway. The City Engin-
eer stated that the Superintendent or Utilities had not had sufficient time to
investigate this crossing as yet. Mayor Baxter granted the Superintendent of
Utilities more time.
The City Engineer stated that it would take considerable time to furnish an
accurate survey as to cost, proposed route, etc., of the extension of a proposed
sewer line from Bryn Mawr to join to Renton's sewer line. Councilman Bruce stated
that while the Bryn Mawr people may have filed application to go ahead with the
sewer disposal plant at Bryn Mawr they would not consider this method if the City
would grant them the privilege of joining on to Renton's sewer line. The City
Engineer stated that he could give an approximate cost, ,which would include en-
larging and remodeling the present disposal plant, but such an estimate could not
be guaranteed to be accurate.
The City Engineer stated that the "stop and go" light for the 3rd Avenue and
Shattuck Street intersection was stored in the garage, pending completion and re-
sult of the traffic count.
Councilman Richardson of the Street and Alley Committee stated that the Engineer-
ing Department is short an assistant Engineer and that they now have so much work
that they are unable to do their work properly, and his Committee recommended that
they have 30 days in which to complete the work which has accumulated in the
Engineering Department and that the Council-not request them to do additional
work except in case of absolute emergency.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street and Alley Corunittee and the City Engineer be requested to proceed with
the work to the best of his judgment.
Councilman Bruce stated that bus drivers were parking busses on 4th Avenue North
adjacent to the bus depot, over a portion of the sidewalk causing pedestrians to walk
on the grass and in the street and that in his opinion a guard rail at the sidewalks
edge would eliminate this improper parking.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Street & Alley Committee investigate
this problem and submit their recommendation. Carried.
It was the expressed opinion of the Council that passengers wishing to make complaints
in regard to seating space on the Renton—Seattle busses should make same to the State
Department of Transportation who has jurisdiction over the Seattle—Renton bus line.
The Building Inspector, Mr. Walt H. Will, reported that he had spent 4 full days
in committee work at the Salt Lake City Convention — that there were approximately
400 present at the convention and they had considered 300 changes in the Building Code —
that they had considered many construction problems in regard to concrete, steel and
wood — the reason for changes were due to new housing rules and it was necessary to
make the changes to improve the code and that quite a bit was accomplished at the con—
vention.
Councilman Bruce stated that the Planning Commission will soon submit a recommendation
in regard to the Cedar River Project.
Councilman Bruce further stated that the Council should provide some form of an in—
vestigation in regard to acquiring Park Property at Bryn Mawr, other than the City
Engineer's Department, and that a recommendation should be made in regard to financing
the acquiring of said property as speedily as possible.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned "at 9:15 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
October 2, 1951
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter
at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREY.%Vd1, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,, TAMBORINI,
DULLAHANT AND HOLM. (Councilman Delaurenti was excused.)
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shella.n, Assistant City Attorney;
Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk;
Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park
Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager; Walt Will, Building Inspector;
Dave Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities and Elton Alexander, Budget Director.
Mcved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the minutes of the meeting of September
25, 1951 be approved as written. Carried.
A communication was read from Mayor Baxter notifying the Council of the appointment
of Tom Dobson and Don Humble to represent the City of Renton to meet with the Wash-
ington State Delegation of Senators and Congressmen in Washington D. C., in regard
to securing remuneration from the Federal Government in lieu of taxes, due to the
removing by the Federal Government of the Boeing Airplane Company* and the New Foundry,
at the Pacific Car and Foundry Company, from the tax rolls.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the appoint-
ment of the Mayor. Carried.
A request to install a coin operated phonograph in Lena's Restaurant, on Airport
Way, enclosing $10.00 for the remainder of the 1951 license, was read from W. L.
Roberts of the Modern Music Company.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the request be referred to the Police
& License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from Building Inspector Walt Will recommending that a non-
conforming permit be issued to Marvel & T. E. Booth to remodel the dwelling at
315 Morris Street into a Doctor and Dental Clinic, and that said permit require that
a space be provided at the rear of the building for off-street parking for customers
of the Doctor and Dental Clinic.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Building Inspector. The Permit to require the provision of an adequate space
at the rear of the building for customers of the Doctor and Dental Clinic for off-
street parking. Carried.
A communication was read from Leona M. Bott, Acting Executive Secretary of the State-
wide City Employeed Retirement System, stating that on December 11 1951, David
Mitchell will be over the normal compulsory retirement age of 65 and will have to
retire unless his time is extended to age 67. Also, that on December 1, 1951s
Frederick A. Illian will be over the normal compulsory retirement age of 60 for the
uniform group and will have to retire unless his time is extended to age 64.
A communication attached, from Angelo Busato, Chief of Police, was read requesting
that Sergeant F. A. Illian's retirement age be extended to the maximum.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Chief of Police. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the matter of extending the retire-
ment age of David Mitchell be referred to the City Engineer to report back his re-
commendation. Carried.
The City Clerk stated that he had received quite a lengthy corres-pondence from the
Direct Selling Legion, enclosing special information.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Richardson, that as there was no committee at the present
time appointed to investigate the problem, that .said letters be filed until the
matter is brought before the Council and then same could be referred to the proper
Committee. Carried.
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A communication to the City Engineer from F. A. Grabner, Manager of the Lake Shore
Lines was read stating that the Lake Shore Lines are not now considering bus stops
on Park Street; that Assistant Chief of Police McCarthy had proposed one stop between
First Avenue North and Second Avenue north and tht as thgtgave a sufficient number
of schedules departing from the garage at Fourth Avenue no to adequately serve the
people of that area, they propose to continue operating as they are at the present
time. Also, should the City Council decide to route the busses outbound on Third
Avenue and inbound on Second Avenue, they would like bus stops as follows: Just off
Rainier Avenue on Second; Second and Shattuck; Second and Morris; Second and Burnett;
Second and Williams (in front of the Cochran Hardware and Brewer Furniture stores) and
Bronson Way and Main Street on Bronson Way, (clearing the driveway into the Associated
Gas Station on the corner) ; that it would be necessary to provide a stop on Logan
Street across from the present one, — — the busses to operate westbound on Third
Avenue and Eastbound on Second Avenue using this for a starting point on trips to the
Highlands.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the communication be referred to the
Street and Alley Committee and Traffic Division of the Police Department for a resort
back. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Finance Committee, City Treasurer,
City Clerk and Budget Director be allowed their expenses for attending the Finance
Officer's meeting in Bremerton, October 18th and 19th. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 820 as presented by the Ordinance
Committee, setting the date of October 30th at 8:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers as
the time and place for the hearing on the petition, which was signed by the owners of
more than two—thirds of the private property abutting upon the above described alley
sought to be vacated, to vacate the alley in Block 18, Renton Highlands Addition to
Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 820 as read.
On the question, Councilman Bruce stated, that in his opinion, the Resolution should
conform to legislation passed by the Council by motion previously, that NO ALLEY should
be vacated without 100% signatures of the abutting property owners.
Councilman Richardson, with the consent of his second, Councilman Hansen, withdrew
his motion.
After a short discussion, it was moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the
wording of the proposed resolution be corrected to read, "which was signed by the
owners of two—thirds or more, as required by law (100° in fact, to conform to
Council requirements) of the private property abutting upon the above described alley,
etc.," and that the Council adopt proposed Resolution No. 820, as corrected. Carried.
The City Clerk read the Notice of Hearing on petition to vacate the alley in Block
18, Menton Highlands Addition to Renton, Washington.
Three copies of the above Notice of Hearing will be posted in three public places
and an Affidavit of Posting executed.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1409, providing for the sale of Lot 17,
Block 22 morgans Grand View Addition to Renton ( on Renton Scenic Hill) by Council's
awarding of bid to Mrs. Jessie Clulow for the sum of ONE HTRIDRED TWENTY-11114E AND
10/100 ($129.10) DOLLARS, cash, plus the sums of NINE AND 50100 ($9.50) DOLLARS
for costs of publishing said call for bids and ONE AND 40/100 ($1.40) DOLLARS FOR
real estate tax due, a total sum of ONE HUNDRED FOR ($140.00) DOLLARS.
Moved by Tamborin-i_, seconded by Freyman, that the proposed ordinance be referred to
the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The Majority of the Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance
No. 1409 and recommended its passage.
Moved by Tamborinij, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and the proposed Ordinance be placed on its second and
final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Freyman, seconded by Trion, that
proposed Ordinance No. 1409 be adopted as read.
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A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye; Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye; 524
Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Tamborini, Aye.
Dullahant, Aye and Holm, Aye. All Councilmen present voting "Aye", the motion
unanimously carried".
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1410 as presented by the Ordinance
Committee, providing for the sale anc oonveyance of certain property described
as a pumping plant site and well site, both located in Government Lot 7, in Section
17, Township 23 north, Range 5 East, W.M., within the limits of the City of
Renton, Washington, to the Stoneway Dock Company, a Corporation, by Council's
awarding of bid, for the sum of NINE HUNDRED SEVEN AND 50/100 ($907.50) DOLLARS,
plus the sums of NI14E AND 98/100 ($9.98) DOLLARS for costs of publishing said
call for bids and NINE AND 08/100 ($9.08) DOLLARS for real estate tax due, a
total sum of NINE HUNDRED TWENTY—SIX AND 56/100 ($926.56) DOLLARS.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that the proposed Ordinance be referred to
the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The majority of the Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance
No. 1410 and recommended its passage.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and proposed Ordinance be placed on its second and
final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Hansen, seconded by Tamborini,
that the Council adopt proposed Ordinance No. 1410 as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye; Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye;
Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Tamborini, Aye;
Dullahant, Aye and Holm, Aye. All Councilmen present voting "Aye", the motion un—
animously carried."
Suggestions by the Building Inspector and Light and Power Committee regarding
additions to the Building Code Ordinance No. 1307 were read: Article 346 — Rigid
Metal Conduit, Article 348 — Electrical Metallic Tubing, Article 350 — Flexible
Metal Conduit and Article 352 — Surface Metal Raceway, whish required that all
commercial buildincs in Fire Zone No. 1 be wired with the specified type of
electrical wiring.
The City Attorney explained that he had drafted the new specifications with the
assistance of the Building Inspector and Light and Power Committee that they were
legally and satisfactorily written and that according to the City of Renton
Building Code, an Ordonance is not required for additions to the Ordinance, that
three printed copies of the Additions are to be added to the present code,
according to the law, to become a part of the Ordinance.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation of the City Attorney. Carried.
The City Attorney informed the Council that these additions would change the
Building Code Ordinance so that it would conform to requirements of Fire Insur
ance Underwriters and that these changes are being recommended all over the
Country to protect cities.
Councilman Reid explained to the Council that it was necessary to change the
former specifications because of the overload of power on all the lines in a
business district such as Renton, that outlying districts do not use large enough
loads of current to require the newly specified wiring.
Councilman Reid reported that the Mayor, City Attorney and himself had attended
the power meeting in Kent on last Wednesday evening and that the power situation
had been discussed, also the pending condemnation suit between the City of
Renton and the Power Company from a legal point of view and that they had agreed
to take action some time during this week. Also, that each City would have to -
expend their share of the total expense of $2500.00 that Renton's share, includ—
ing the condemnation of the Snoqualmnle Power Plant, would be $1000.00 which in—
cludes money already expended in the City's behalf and that all the other cities
had agreed to go ahead with the suit against the Power Company. Councilman Reid
further stated that Mr. Thorgrimson, the Attorney for the Cities, was going to
New York and Washington, D.C., to get additional information on the Power subject,
that the attorney recommended that the City of Renton answer its suit in court
to protect the City's interests and see what can be done after that time.
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Mayor Baxter stated that the City's first step was the initiation of the condem-
nation suit and the second step, follow up said suit in Court - that if the City
does not follow up this suit, they will loose their chance to acquire Power and
Light Company properties for the City of ,Renton. Mayor Baxter further stated that
the preparation and filing of "Certificate of Necessity" was the next step which is
necessary for the City to take in order to acquire Power & Light properties as afore-
mentioned.
The City Attorney informed the Council that he did not believe that the City could
issue bonds to pay for the expense of the condemnation suit in Court.
Councilman Bruce stated that the Cedar River Policy Committee would not be able to
report until after the Planning Commission had held their next meeting on IL4onday
night, October 8th.
Councilman Reid requested that the two delegates to Washington, D.C., submit a
report to the Council on the Housing problem and investigation as to the possibility
of securing "in lieu of tax monies" for the City of Renton,, on the Federally owned
Boeing Plant and the Pacific Car and Foundry Company property.
The City Engineer informed the Council that arriving at the correct mode of pro-
cedure was all that was delaying the renaming and renumbering of the houses and
streets in Farlington.
Councilman Swift stated that he had contacted the Lake Shore Lines representatives
by 'phone to inform them of protests in regard to parking busses over the sidewalk
on 4th Avenue north between Park Street and Meadow Street, adjacent to their
building. Councilman Bruce stated that no busses had been parked in this area during
the past week.
Councilman Bruce stated, that in his opinion, the proposed 4th Avenue north extension
is essential and the City should remind the State Highway Department of same.
Councilman Bruce further stated that the prospective lessee's of the Aeronautical
Building had changed their plans.
The Superintendent of Utilities will again remind the Puget Sound Power and Light
Company of the hazardous railroad crossing on Grady Way.
In regard to the report that several Northern Pacific Railroad crossings in Renton
have very abrupt slopes where the Railroad Company raised their grade, it was
moved by Reid, seconded by 7�`reyman, that the matter be referred to the Superintendent
of Utilities and Street & Alley Committee to ascertain if the Northern Pacific Rail-
road Company will improve each intersection with a more gradual slope over their
tracks, and report back. Carried.
Councilman Swift stated that he had heard many compliments on the improvement of
the approaches of the Logan Street bridge.
Mayor Baxter stated that he too had received mny compliments on this job as well
as many other repair jobs throughout the City.
Mayor Baxter granted the Power & Light Committee more time on the traffic light for
the 2nd Avenue and Main Street and Bronson Way intersection.
The City Clerk read a memo from Mrs. Dorothy Howard in regard to a proposed hearing
in Seattle on Wednesday, in regard to the City of Renton obtaining toll free direct
dial telephone service between Renton and Seattle. The communication further stated
that the Highlands Community Club was sending a Resolution to the hearing and that
Mrs. Lorenz, President of the Highlands Community Club, Mrs. Howard and Mr. Henry
Reynolds, Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, were going to attend the
hearing and perhaps the Council would like to have their representatives attend.
Mayor Baxter and some of the Councilmen will attend subject hearing.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Trimm, that all bills approved by the Finance Committee
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
PAYROLL ALL DEPARTMENTS 141775.95 2425-2546
CLAIMS CURRENT 360.60 9737-9793
CLAIMS PARK 759.12 1613.
CLAIi1S AIRPORT 36.41 1228
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Moved by Freyman, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 10:00 o'clock# P.M.
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Renton, Washington
October 3, 1951
The recessed meeting of Tuesday, October 2nd 1951, of. the City Council was con—
tinued at 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, October 3, 1951.
Mayor Baxter not being present, the President of the Council, Walt Reid, opened
the meeting.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney, Girard
Shellan, Assistant City Attorney; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Angelo Busato, Police
Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; James Highton, City Engineer; Dave Pugh, Super—
intendent of Utilities and Elton Alexander, Budget Director.
Dave Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities, submitted to the Council a revision of the
estimated expenditures for the Department of Sanitation, by collection of waste
and street cleaning, stating that the addition of two new trucks would enable the
collection of waste and disposal of same to be operated more economically and
efficiently which should reduce the number of employees necessary for the operation
and thereby affecting a saving in salaries of $12,890.00, a saving of $1200.00 in
Capital Outlay and $910.00 in Maintenance and Operation, a total of 015,000.00 which
could be deducted from the estimates of expenses of said department from $59,251.00
to $44,251.00.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Holm, that the recommendation of the Superintendent
of Utilities be concurred in. Carried.
The City Clerk informed the Council that the reduction of $12,890.00 in salaries
would reduce the amount necessary to be budgeted for pension and retirement in the
Current Fund from 824,000.00 to $23,155.00 a reduction of $845.00.
Mayor Baxter arrived at 8:30 P.M., and Mayor pro tem Walt Reid vacated the Mayor's
chair, which was taken over by Mayor Baxter.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Holm, that the 1/2 mill allocated to Cumulative
Fund #1182, the 1/2 mill allocated to Cumulative Fund #1183 and the 1/2 Mill
allocated to Cumulative Fund #1184 be changed to receipts for the Current Fund
thereby changing Current Fund tax revenue from 7.50 mills to 9.00 mills. Carried.
On advice of the City Attorney that it would be in order to transfer part of the
surplus in the Street Department up to the amount of $16,000.00 which was money
received from the tax levy, to the Current Fund as of December 31, 1951, it was
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Holm, that the amount of $16,000.00 be shown in
receipts in Current Fund as service charges :'or 1951 against the Street Fund,
to the Current Fund. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the item of $4000.00 on Page 6,
for street light capital outlay be deleted from the estimated expenditures with
the understanding that street light improvement, as provided for by said item,
could be financed from one of the Cumulative Funds. Carried.
On the advice of the City Attorney thet it would be in order to transfer X20,000.00
as a City Service Charge from the Water Department for the year 1952 to the Current
Fund, moved by Tamborini, seconded by Ried, that the Council authorize said amount
to be incorporated in the budget as a transfer expenditure from the Water Depart—
ment to a Transfer Receipt for Current Fund. Carried.
Since it was the consensus of opinion of all Councilmen present that it would be
impossible to complete the budget at the present meeting, it was moved by
Dullahant, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be recessed until 8:00 P.M.,
Thursday, October 4, 1951. Carried. The meeting was recessed at 10:30 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
October 4, 1951
The recessed meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 5:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN,HAGEN,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WEIE: Arthur Haugan; City Attorney,
Angelo Busato, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City
Clerk; James Highton, City Engineer; Dave Yugh, Superintendent of Utilities; Gene
Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager and Elton Alexander,
Budget Director.
After a discussion in regard to transfer receipts for the Current Fund from the
various departments for equipment rental, moved by Dullahant, seconded by Holm,
that further consideration of this and other matters be referred to a Committee
consisting of the Council as a whole. Carried.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Freyman, that the Mayor declare a recess for said
Committee meeting. Carried.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN.. HAGEN,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
Councilman Reid, President of the Council,- reported to the Mayor and Council that
in the committee meeting the Council had agreed to include as receipts in Current
Fund Equipment Rental for 1952, the amount of $16,400.00, also that the Committee
further recommended that the salaries of the City Clerk, Assistant Engineer and
Airport Manager be reduced by the sum of 42.00 each per month from the amount in—
corporated for said salaries in the Preliminary Budget so that same would be
equal to, and. identical with, the salaries of the Chief of Police and the Fire
Chief.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation as reported by Council President Walt Reid, of the Committee, and
that the Preliminary Budget, as altered, be adopted as the final budget. Said
final budget to i-nclude:
$5332202.00 — Salaries and Wages
253,209.51 — Maintenance and operation
102,460.00 — Capital Outlay
202257.00 — For Bond Redemption & Bond Interest
payments, making a total of —
$935,128.81
and in addition thereto, budgeting; for a Power and Light System Acquisition Pland
including Engineering and Legal Expense in the amount of $6,500,000.00 all or
any part of which is to be used for the acquisition of, and necessary expenses
thereto, a Power and Light System when same is acquired.
On a Roll Call vote for the approval of the budget as above outlined, being a
grand total in the amount of $7,439,128.811 the following vote was cast: Reid,
Aye; Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye;
Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Tamborini, Aye; DulJ_ahant, No amd Holm, Aye. (Council—
man Trimm being absent.) the motion carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
Cilq Clerk
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Renton, Washington
October 9, 1951
The regular meeting of the Menton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: I;EID, DELAURENTI, SWIFT, BFUCE, FRFT-,IAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TR I12,1., TAMBCRINI,
DULLAHANT AND HOLM. ( Councilman Richardson was excused) .
OFFICIALS & DEPARTIENT HEADS PFES&NT WEIE: Arthur Haugan, City Attorney; Angelo
Busato, Chief of Police; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk;
James Highton, City Engineer; Deve Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities; Jack cchneider,
r"" Airport tanager; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Walt Will, Building Inspector
and Elton Alexander, Budget Director. (Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer was excused
because of illness)
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council minutes of the meetings
of October 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTI�I."i1T
NOS, A14OU14T NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK_
2920 100.00 Robert L. Boggs 2414 9th N. erect fence
1 800.00 Roy J. Storey 129 I4eadow siding on house
2 400.00 Frank Vidmar 500 Renton Ave. install furnace
3 150.00 H. F. Mathewson 13805 90th S. wire service
4 1200.00 J. T. Nelson 116 Park Ave erect bldg.
5 40.00 Rosie Bowden 426 Smithers St. wire service
6 500.00 K.L. Reinecke 13810 88th S. remodel house
7 100.00 H. B. Taylor 11536 116th S.E. move garage
8 1600.00 Mrs. Campbell 1.41 Park St. remodel house
9 100.00 Harry Dickinson 538 N. 4ells wire service
30 100.00 Earl Gavin 523 N. Williams wire service
1 2000.00 J. K. King 664 A. Street remodel house
2 400.00 John A. Hill 314 Factory St. erect garage
3 - Mrs. Marian Walker 538 N. Wells install plumbing
,.. 4 100.00 Philly Skichilich 2608 5th Ave N. wire service
5 25.00 J. R. Sipila 13518 80th S. repair porch
A communication was read from Roy E. JackFon, Attorney for Mrs. Luella Davis in
reference to the application of Mrs. Davis for a taxicab driver's license, stating
that on August 17, 1951 her application was filed, with the payment of the regular
fee for name. and that to date she had not received any action and requested con-
sideration of the City Council at their earliest convenience.
A comainication from Angelo Busato, Chief of Police, was read stating in compliance
with Section XIII of the City of Renton's Ordinance #12362 relating to the licensing
and regulations of taxicabs, that Mrs. Luella Davis had made application on
August 17, 1951 for the issuance of a taxicab driver's license and after thorough
investigation was made and proper consideration given to said applicant, the
Police Department made the following recommendation: "In compliance with and in
adherence to well established policy of the Police Department and the City, it
is recommended that such an application should not be granted to a female appli-
cant for the operation of a taxicab within the City of Renton". The recommendation
further stated "that it was their belief that in the interest of public health
and safety that such an application should not be granted since operation of taxi-
cabs by members of the female sex would increase the probabilities of possible
violence or misbehavior on the part of the passengers; that in view of the City's
long established policy in this matter and because of the nature of the work in-
volved, that no license should be issued to female applicants."
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the re-
commendation of. the Chief of Police.
On the question, after a request for information on same, the City Attorney stated
that the Council could take any action they cared, that the matter could be made
conclusive enough to set up a policy, which they would be doing in concurring in
the recommendation of the Chief of Police. The motion carried.
A communication was read from Harold Peckenpaugh, Chief, Buildings Management
Division of the General Services Administration-.v-Public Buildings Service, ad-
vising that the Boeing Renton Plant at Renton has been transferred to the U.S.
Air Force effective October 1, 1951. Also, that since the fire truck and fire
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fighting equipment, which the City has in use under Agreement No. WA 58 pb-11
(formerly WS-11 (s)-99) is a part of the Boeing Renton Plant, said kgreement has
been assigned to the U.S. Air Force effective October 1, 1951 and future corres-
pondence regarding the Agreement should be addressed to the attention of the Re-
sources Control Officer,, Office Air Force Plant Representative, c/5 Boeing Airplane
Company, Seattle 14, Washington.
The Airport Manager stated that this was a letter advising the City of Renton of
the transfer of property as stated, and would have no other effect on the Airport
property. The City Attorney and Mayor stated, that in their opinion it was merely
advising of transfer of property to the U.S. Air Force from the jurisdiction of the
General Services Administration.
On the recommendation of Councilman Delaurenti, Mayor Baxter requested that a copy
of the communication be furnished the Airport Manager and the communication filed.
A request to install a pin ball machine in her place of business the Snack Bar at
the Airport, was read from Alexia S. Carver and Mrs. Tom Lambro. A copy of a
communication from the Airport Manager to Mrs. Carver and Mrs. Lambro was attached,
stating that the Airport Board, at a recent meeting, had stated that they had no
objections to the installation of such a machine.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the request be referred to the Police
& License Committee with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from the Lake Shore Lines, signed by F.A. Grabner, General
Manager, stating that the present arrangement for loading and unloading passengers
at the 8th Avenue main gate at the Renton Boeing Plant was unsatisfactory and un-
safe and because this practice was creating a traffic hazard and contributing to
the delay and difficulty in maintaining schedules, that it was their considered
opinion that the present loading zone be abandoned and they further request that all
available space on the west side of Logan Street, north of Eighth Avenue ( a mini-
mum of 200 feet is required) , be reserved for the "bus loading and unloading zone"
at the earliest possible time. The Lake Shore Lines request that their traffic de-
partment be advised when this arrangement can become effective.
The Chief of Police stated that he has had as high as four men from his department
assisting Mr. Dirst of the Boeing Airplane Company for a period of two weeks and .f
that the Boeing Airplane Company guards were helping the men from his department
with this problem.
Moved b;* Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the matter of providing a certain area for
a. bus loading and unloading zone be referred to the Street & Alley Committee and
Traffic Division of the Police Department for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Frank R. Vaise Post No. 1263 Veterans of Foreign
Wars, signed by James C. Coombs, Post Commander, requesting permission to cold their
Annual Armistice Day Dance on Saturday, November 10th in the American Legion Hall,
Fee Exempt.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council allow the Veterans of
Foreign Wars to hold their annual dance, providing the required x$1.00 fee for all
Service Organizations be charged. Carried.
Councilman Swift requested the City Attorney to bring a ruling to the Council in
regard to the City giving away admission tax or any other tax to Service Organiza-
tions or other Civic Clubs.
In answer to the Council's inquiry in regard to tax, Commander Coombs, of the
Veterans of Foreign Wars, stated that the tickets were donation tickets for Service
Organization Welfare Funds and no tax was involved.
A communication was read from Councilman Richardson, Chairman of the Law &
Ordinance Committee requesting, with the approval of the Council, that a meeting of
a Committee consisting of the Mayor, Auditing & Accounting and Ordinance Committee,
the Chief of Police, City Engineer, Superintendent of Utilities, Budget Director,
City Attorney, Airport Manager and City Clerk be held on Thursday evening, October
11, 1951 at 8:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers in regard to the Emergency Budget.
All members of the Committee, being present, were requested to attend the above
stated meeting.
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A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, expressing the apprecia—
tion of himself and the employees under his supervision for the Mayor's and Council's
action on the new wage schedule that was written into the 1952 budget, assuring the
Council that their efforts and action to provide these wage increases will be re—
flected in the response of the employees.
The communication was ordered filed.
A communication was read from the Renton City Employee's Club, signed by Willis
Sparrow, President and Robert Lux, Secretary, stating that the members of the Club
thanked the Mayor and Council for the courteous and considerate attention given to
their problems in the recent budget hearings; that the cooperation extended and their
... willingness to understand the employee's position show that the Mayor and Council
realize the responsibilities of their office, and that the employee's will continue
to cooperate with the administration, welcoming any suggestions tending to increase
the efficiency of city operations. The communication was ordered filed.
The City Clerk read a communication from the City Engineer submitting a final assess—
ment roll on L.I.D., 238 (Crd. #1404) , the improvement of the alley in Block 17,
Renton Highlands Addition to Fenton, stating that the actual cost for the improvement
was $373.07, the estimated cost being $4544.50 and that the improvement was construc—
ted by the City Street Department.
Mayor Baxter stated that the City Engineer and Street Department had done a fine job
to realize this saving.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the Council accept the Final Assess—
ment Roll as presented and the date of October 30, 1951 be set for the hearing on same.
Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1411 adopting the City Budget for 1952,
stating the following sums for expenditures in each of the following classifications
were allowed:
Salaries and wages A533,202.00
Maintenance and operation 283,209.81
Capital Outlay 82 460.00
+.� Bond and Interest Redemption Funds 209257.00
Cumulative Reserve Fund r`1182 51000.00
Cumulative Reserve Fund #1183 102000.00
Cumulative Reserve Fund #1184 5j000.00
Tota? Expenditures.....(A) .. ... . .. . . $939,128.81
Less ileceipts from sources other than taxation 765,$06,71
Total to be raised by taxation 173,322.10
Expenditures to be made from bond issues not yet
authorized (for the acquisition of a Power &
Light System, including Engineering and Legal
Expense) .. .... . . .. ..0. . .. . . .....0 (B) ......... 6,500,000„00
Total budgeted fcr Expenditures (A) and (B) ... $7,439 128,81
That a copy of the budget, as adopted, be transmitted to the office of the State
Auditor of Washington, Division of Municipal Corporations.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman that the proposed Ordinance be referred to
the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1412 fixing the amount of tax levies
necessary to meet the amount of estimated expenses for the ,year 1952 less the total
estimated revenues from sources other than taxation, including available surplus.
That the total amount of estimated expenses required for the City of Renton for the
year 1952 is the stun of '$939,128.81; plus the sum of $6,500,000.00 for the ac—
quisition of a Power & Light System, to be met by bond issues; the total estimated
revenues from sources other than taxation, including available surplus is the sum
of $765,806.71, the amount necessary to be raised by taxation is the sum of
$173,322.10. That the following amounts are levied and assessed against the taxable
City of Renton
-property, real and personal, within the corporate limits of the , for
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the purpose of raising the necessary revenues for the City of Renton for 1952.
Assessed valuation — $112554,807.00.
For Current Expense Fund 0000 . .. . . . .. . .. 9.00 mills — $103,993.26
Nor Library Fund 1.50 " — 1_72332.21
For Park Fund . . . 2.50 n — 28,887.02
For Athletic Field (Park) Fund0. .50 " — 51777.40
For Civilian Defense Fund .50 " — 52777.40
For Firements Pension Fund .. . . . . . . . . .. ... 1.00 " — 11,554.31
TOTAL . . . ..... 15.00 $173,322.10
That a certified copy of the Ordinance be transmitted to the King County Co_mmL—
ssioners.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that proposed Ordinance No. 1412 be referred
to the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess. After the recess the meeting was called to
order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, TRIMM.,
TAMBOR.INI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1411 and
proposed Ordinance No. 1412 and recommended their passage.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Holm, that the Council accept the recommendation of
the ordinance Committee and proposed Ordinance No. 1411 be placed on its second
and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman
that proposed Ordinance No. 141.1 be adopted as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye; Delaurenti, Aye; Swift, Aye;
Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Tamborini, Aye;
Dullahant, Aye and Holm, Aye. The motion carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and proposed Ordinance No. 1412 be placed on its
second and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Freyman, seconded by Delaurenti,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1412 be adopted as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye; Delaurenti, Aye; Swift, Aye;
Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Tamborini, Aye;
Dullahant, Aye and Holm, Aye. The motion carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that considerable criticism had been referred to him in regard
to debris being scattered about the Thomson's Freeze, that Mr. Thompson of the
High School had stated that the students would be requested to refrain from such
practice by oral Assembly announcements, written 9ulletin Board announcements and
by similar announcements in the school bulletins. Also, that a garbage can had been
placed neer this stand .for the student's use, but they had strewn the papers on the
street.
The Superintendent of Utilities stated that he would investigate to see if there
were additional garbage cans available, and also the cost of new garbage cans, to
be put near this place of business, as well as near other similar places where the
students scattered debris.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Dullahant, that Mr. Thompson of the High School,
be regi.ested by letter to inform the students to put all debris in the garbage cans
provided and not on the streets. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Holm, that the problem be referred to the Street and
Alley Committee, Sanitation Committee and Superintendent of Utilities for a re—
port back. Carried.
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Councilman Bruce reported that the Cedar River Park Advisory Committee was still
waiting for the Planning Committee's report of their recommendation in regard to
the Cedar River Park Project.
Councilman Holm stated that the Planning Commission was planning on discussing this
matter at their Monday night, October 8th meeting.
The City Attorney stated that he had nothing special to report on the Power and Light
acquisition matter, except their previous meeting in Kent, which Councilman Itieid and
Mayor Baxter had previously reported on, and that the time limit for some action
would technically be the last of October or the first of November.
now The City Attorney infor-aed the Council there had been no recent negotiations for the
privately owned property in the water shed area and that the last communication from
the party owning said property quoted a price greatly in excess of the City's
appraised value of same, said appraisal being given before the present City Engineer
was employed by the City and that previously the City Attorney had requested that
the City Engineer furnish him with a legalcbscription of all the water shed area,
with a view to the City filing an appli(mtion for water shed rights. The City
Attorney further stated that he would contact the present City Engineer and continue
investigations and negotiations on same. Councilman Swift requested that the City
activate this program and follow through with same. The City Engineer stated that
he did not have any information on this property on file and that he would consult
with the City Attorney with a view toward reinvestigation and renegotiation at his
earliest opportunity, that the City should acquire this property for their own
protection.
Councilman Swift also inquired as to the property at 7th and Burnett, stating that
the garage to same is either naturally falling or being pulled down.
The City Attorney stated that this was in the Peretti estate; that he had contacted
a lady who had stated she was the administrator representing the heirs, that she had
an appointment in Seattle to get the probate started, but that the probate had not
been started at that time, and that in the meantime two parties had expressed their
interest in bidding on the salvage. The City Attorney stated that lie would check with
this lady again in regard to this matter.
The Fire Chief stated that the property on the east side of Burnett Street had been
sold for taxes and that the Building Inspector was trying to locate the party who
had purchased same. Mayor Baxter stated that the present condition of the building
was a community hazard.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce, that the City Attorney follow up his information
on the house on the west side of Burnett Street that was partially destroyed by fire.
Carried.
The City Engineer informed the Council that he had received a report from some of
the workmen working on the State Highway Department's crews, that they are apparently
not interested in the rental of City property for their use.
The City Engineer informed the Council that the street sweeper is now in transit
on the way to Renton.
Councilman Hansen reported that the American Federation of Labor, at their National
Convention in San Francisco, had passed Resolution No. 17, which was originated
by the Central Labor Council at Renton, and presented by them to the State Federation
of Labor who had approved same, which was then presented to the National Federation
of Labor.
Councilman Trimm requested that a meeting of the Ordinance Committee Sanitation
Committee, City Engineer, Superintendent of Utilities and City Attorney be held
OFAM next Tuesday, October, 16th at 7:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers.
The Street & Alley Committee reported two newly installed lights on Logan Street;
one light is in operation, and the other is not yet completed.
Councilman Reid reported that 'galla Walla Street is very dark and dangerous and
recommended that 3 or 4 lights be installed between Main and Burnett Street.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the (ower & Light Committee
investigate this area and report back their recommendation at the next Council
meeting. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
October 16, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRI111) TAIMORIIII,
AND DULLAHANT. (Councilman Hagen, who was present at a meeting earlier, was excused
because of illness. It was reported that Councilmen Delaurenti and Holm were un—
avoidably detained and will be a little late.)
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTM;NT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attorney;
•.. Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk;
Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City Engineer; Jack Schneider,
Airport Manager; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Walt Will, Building Inspector;
Dave Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities and Elton Alexander, Budget Director.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of October 9,
1951 be approved as written. Carried.
A bulletin was read from the Secretary of State, Earl Coe, enclosing the new
Registration Leaflet which contains salient registration information and a 1952
election calendar, synopsis of the four proposed constitutional amendments to be
voted upon next year, together with explanation of the Service Vote Law.
A communication was read from Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief, to the Mayor and Council
expressing his appreciation and thanks, as well as those of the Fire Department
members, for the Councils consideration of the employees in the 1952 budget, also
to the Budget Controller, City Clerk and his staff for their extra efforts,
further stating they will continue to extend their fullest cooperation. The communi—
cation was ordered filed.
A communication was read from Ernest J. Tonda, Secretary—Treasurer of Local #8649
International Association of Fire Fighters expressing their appreciation and
thanking the Mayor and Council for their action in making the wage allowance
possible in the 1952 budget. The communication was ordered filed.
r A communication was read from the City Engineer, stating that he had given further
study to his request of August 7, 1951 for consideration in the purchase of a one—
half Ton pick—up truck for the Water Department foreman, which was set aside by
the Ways & Means Committee because of urgent budget business, that the work of the
Water Department is increasing steadily and that he finds the foreman is greatly
handicapped by lack of transportation. That one of the `bur trucks used by the
Water Denartment is used exclusively by the p=pman, and the other there are used
by three crews of two men each, dispatched by the foreman; that the foreman must
check his crews, check over the water system, provide for meter reading and be
available for emergency calls and that it is the opinion of the City Engineer that
it is not economical to deliver the men to work as they are normally assigned
several jobs and use a variety of tools.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the communication be referred
to the Ways & Means Committee to investigate and report back at the next Council
meeting. Carried.
A contract (Resolution) from the Puget Sound Power & Light Company was read for
Municipal 4ater Pumping Service at (1) Well #1 (S.E. 112th & Sunset Highway, (2)
Well X12 (116th S.E. approximately three blocks south of the Sunset Highway in
Renton Highlands) , (3) Windsor Hills — Booster Pump (S.E. 125th and State Highway
#2 (Sunset Highway) , and (4) Fenton Housing Filter Plant (East of the Sunset
Highway on S.E. 112th :street) .
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this contract be referred to
the City Attorney for a report back. Carried.
Mr. Tom Dobson, Jr., who together with Mr. Don Humble was appointed by Mayor Baxter
to officially represent the City of Renton for the purpose of discussing with the
State of Washington Congressional Delegation in Washington, D.C., the extreme
hardships resulting to the City of Renton from the failure of the Government of
the United States to make payments in lieu of taxes on Government owned defense
induLctrial plants in the City of Renton and to see if the City of Penton could
obtain any relief from the loss of taxes, stated that he had contacted Congressman
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Tollefson who had shown them every courtesy; that he had met Senators Cain and
Magnusson and found them both to be 100% in favor of some legislation to alleviate '
Renton's tax situation and promised to spearhead any legislation that comes through.
Mr. Dobson further stated that the bill presented at the last Congress had failed
to get to Committee, but that Senator Murdock will introduce a broader bill which
legislation should receive more attention in the next session - that he believed
that this new bill. authorizing payment in lieu of taxes on defense utilities leased
to private industry from which the Government receives revenue had a very good
chance of passing through the Mouse at the next Session - that both Senators had
been advised that the supervision of the Boeing Airplane Comrany had been transfer-
red to the U.S. Air Force - that the City of Renton performed Municipal services
due to the operation of the Boeing Airplane Company, and that no income was now
secured by the City to compensate for Municipal services rendered, and that this
item should influence the Government - that they should pa. in lieu of taxes on
property of this type. Mr. Dobson further stated that there were two weeks remain-
ing in the present Session of Congress and that Congress would reconvene in
January and that it was the suggestion of Senator Magnusson that due to the entirely
new set-up and to the U.S. Air Force being responsible for the Boeing Airplane
Company plant, that the City of Menton submit a request to the U.S. .Air Force ask-
ing them to make some arrangements for compensation for services rendered by the
City of 1:enton, that Senator Magnusson further recommended tlMt a communication
in this regard be forwarded to the Boeing Airplane Company, who in turn would
probably refer same -to the U.S. Air Force.
Councilman Richardson, on behalf of the Council, thanked Mr. Dobson for his fine
report and recommended that the Council concur in the report and the recommen-
dation of Senator Magnusson that a communication be directed to the Boeing Airplane
Company in an effort to secure payment in liey of taxes for services rendered,
until the proper legislation toremedy the present arrangement is passed.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the report of
Mr. Tom Dobson and the Council order a communication to be forwarded to the Boeing
Airplane Company in regard to payment in lieu of taxes for services rendered by
the City of Renton until proper legislation is passed. Carried.
On invitation of Mayor Baxter for a report he might care to give or additional
information in regard to his trip to Washington, D.C., Mr. Don Humble stated that
it was the understanding of the Senators they talked to, that the U.S. Air Force
has the authority under existing regulations to grant to the City of Renton pay-
ment for Municipal services rendered in connection with the operation of the
Boeing Airplane Company plant.
Mr. Dobson further stated that the U.S. Air Forces have previously established
a precedent of paying for services and facilities such as roads and bridges - -
that there was no known instance where payments had been made in lieu of taxes,
and that it would be a matter of them paying whatever the City was short, or what-
ever would be required to cover necessary Municipal operation, that the permanent
solution is legislation malting it mandatory that the U.S. Government Day in lieu
of taxes, or taxes, and the City should put forth a real effort to see that such
legislation is passed.
Councilman Richardson stated that probably the U.S. Air Force would pay the equi-
valent of money spent to build the Logan Street bridge before the Boeing Airplane
Company took the plant over.
Councilman Richardson stated that he would like to present Resolution No. 821
setting the date for the hearing on the final assessment roll of the improvement
of the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition to the City of Renton - -
that at the last Council meeting the date of October 30th had been set as the date
of hearing, but that upon further investigation, the hearing should not be held
until November 20th.
The City Clerk read Resolution No. 821 setting the date of Tuesday, November 20th
at 8:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers for the Hearing on the Final Assessment
Roll on the improvement of the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition to the
City of Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt Resolution No.
821 as read. Carried.
The Mayor declared a short recess.
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After the rgcess the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, TRI2I04, TAMBORINI,
AND DULL AHANT,
Councilman Reid, President of the Council, reported that the Council as a whole
had met during recess and he would like to report that the Council had agreed to
publish a call for bids for a new grader and for the sale of the grader presently
being used by the Street Department.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Council as a whole. Carried.
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Mr. Henry Reynolds, Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce stated that
the U.S. Budget Director had objected to any money in lieu of taxes being paid by
the Federal Government, but that Senator Humphreys bill covering same, was prepared
by the Budget Director on land presently exempt from Government Taxes. Mr. Reynolds
further stated that all arrangements for Mr. Dobson and Mr. Humble to meet with
Senators and Congressmen were made through Mr. Payne Carr, President of the Seattle
Chamber of Commerce by Mr. George Thomas, the Representative of the Seatlie Chamber
of Commerce in Washington, D.C. and that a letter of thanks should be forwarded to
Mr. Payne Carr for this courtesy.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that a letter of thanks be forwarded to Mr.
Payne Carr, President of the Seattle Chamber of Commerce for his courtesy in making
the arrangements for the Renton Representatives to meet with the Senators and
Congressmen in Washington, D.C. Carried,
Councilman Swift requested that the Street and Alley Committee, City Engineer and
Sup erintendent of Utilities meet on Thursday, October 18th at 7:30 P.M.
The City Engineer informed the Council that he would make a report at the next
Council meeting on the Bryn Mawr Sewage Disposal problem.
Councilman Reid reported that he and the City Engineer had investigated the need
of lights on Walla Walla Avrenue and his committee recommended five lights be
installed between Williams Street and Main Street on Walla Walla Avenue at a cost
of approximately '600.00. That Mercury Vapor lights would assist in prevention
of accidents.
The Budget Controller stated that there had been a special appropriation of : 2000.00
made for lighting purposes and that a portion of the $1200.00 balance remaining
could partially be used for these lights.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by. Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Light and Power Committee. Carried.
On the suggestion of Councilman Bruce that two lights be installed near the :Railroad
Crossing at 6th Avenue North and Park Street, moved by Richardson, seconded by
Hansen, that the matter be referred to the Light & Power Com-nittee to report back
next week. Carried.
On the suggestion of Councilman Bruce that a new light be installed on the corner
of 3rd and Main Street, directing traffic around the corner while trains were going
through, to alleviate the traffic tie—up, Councilman Richardson stated that the
Street & Alley Committee had recommended that such a light, showing "right turn
permitted at all times", be installed several months ago.
Councilman Richardson stated that on the recommendation of the City Attorney, the
Auditing and Accounting and Law and Ordinance Committees would need one more week
before submitting their recommendation in regard to an emergency budget. More time
,r.., granted.
Councilman Richardson stated that the Sanitation and Ordinance Committees would
need at least two more weeks before they would have a rough draft of the proposed
Garbage Ordinance to present to the Council for their consideration. More time
granted.
Councilman Swift asked if there was any way the City of Renton could influence the
City of Seattle;to control the amount of water released into Cedar River during
flood stages of the river — that he understood that the City of Seattle does not
take water into their storage from the Cedar River when the river is muddy, con—
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sequently the amount of water coming down the Cedar River is increased.
Councilman Richardson stated that he thought this condition might be relieved by
not releasing water from the surplus at the dam during the high-water period or
flood period.
Councilman Swift stated that he understood that the City of Seattle exercises
control at the Dam Headquarters and that an investigation through the proper
people who are informed and who have control-of the headquarters, might work to
good advantage.
The Superintendent of Utilities stated-that they have a sediment basin at the
dam and if the water is extremely muddy, they close the valve of the pipe line �+
that feeds Lake Young and dont allow the water to run into the lake causing the
river to carry all the water. Mayor Baxter stated that the overflow of Lake
Young runs -into Cedar River bvt never in an excessive amount of water. The Super-
intendent 6f Utilities further stated that there was only one pipe that comes
down from La. le Young and it never runs full.
The Superintendent of Utilities stated he would obtain the necessary information
and report back to the Council.
Councilman Bruce inquired as to the School District authorizing a portion of
the property to the north of the High School Building to be used for off-street
parking for teachers and students.
Councilman Richardson stated that the architects are presently drafting plans
for a 35-car parking lot in this area and have contacted the City of Seattle
Water Department in regard to the use of a portion of the south side of Second
Avenue for additional parking.
Councilman Trimm stated that his committee had adopted Schedule"B" for dwellings
to be incorporated in the proposed garbage collection Ordinance, and that some
members were not satisfied with Schedule "B" or "C" for business houses, and in-
quired if the Sanitation Committee should make their recommendation. Mayor
Baxter stated that the Sanitation Committee should make their recommendation.
Councilman Trimri stated that his committee would like to recommend schedule
"D", $20 - $15 - $10 - and $1.00 for business houses.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Sanitation Committee. Carried.
Councilman Trimm stated that his committee would incorporate schedule "D" for
budiness houses in the proposed ordinance and same would be submitted to the
Council for their approval or rejection.
The Fire Chief was informed that the road along the south side of Cedar River
between Williams Street and Logan Street was privately owned property and that
the City had no authority to improve same.
Moved by H ansen, seconded by Trimm, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee
were presented:
PAYROLL ALL DEPARTMENTS 22,748.96 2547— 2695
CLAIMS CURRENT 9,188.04 9794- 9861
CLAIMS WATER 1,684.73 8474 8484
CLAIMS PARK 22710.78 1611- 1620
CLAIMS LIBRARY 834.33 2399— 2410
CLAIMS, AIRPORT 858.92 1229- 1234
CLAIMS CITY STREETS 274.61 6153- 6160
CLAIMS CIVILIAN DEFENSE 119.33 39- 44
CLAIMS FIREMENIS PEN FD. 250.00 68- 69
CLAIM ATHLETIC FUND 19.51 592-
CLAIMS CUM. #1182 187.76 37- 40
CLAIMS SEWER DISPOSAL 310.24 2137- 2145
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
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October 23, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAUP.ENTI, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FRE, MAN, TRIMM, mAMBORINI, DULLAHANT,
AND HOLM. (Councilman Swift was reported. ill..)
ROLL CALL OF OFFICIALS AND DEPARTME11T HEADS: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attorney;
Ang. Busato, Police Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; James Highton, City Engineer;
won Dave Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities and Elton Alexander, Budget Director. (The
City Treasurer, Fire Chief, Park Superintendent and Airport Manager asked to be
excused.)
Moved by Bruce, seconded by r^reyman, that the minutes of the meeting of October 16th
be approved as written. Carried.
The City Clerk read anotice from Gould & Gould, Inc., Insurance Brokers, advising
the City of Renton that Claim 3#6329, presented by firs. Clifford Ells, in the amount
of `679.83 for damages when a City of Renton truck backed into her car on August 4,
1951, had been paid. The Communication was ordered filed.
A petition for permission to break the curb on the west side of Park Street just
east and for the full length of the Kirkman Building, located at the intersection
of First Avenue North and Park Street, to provide parking facilities for the
business units in the building, was .read from Oehm Kirla.-mn, 431 Wells Street.
The City Clerk explained this -..could allow an 8 foot wide parking strip the full
length of the building and that,the proposed parking strip would not be on any part
of the areanow used as a street.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that this petition be referred to the Street
and Alley Committee, City Engineer and Street Commissioner with power to act.
On the question, the City Engineer stated that he and the Street Commissioner
had investigated this matter and in their opinion, by black-topping the area between
the curb and the sidewalk, this would provide the necessary parking place more
economically and would not cause a drainage area - - that the property owners would
have to bear the expense of the black-topping. The motion carried.
A cor.,mmica.tion was read from John Lotto, Postmaster, U. S. Poot Office, Renton,
i?ashington, recommending the Mayor and Council consider the advisability of adjusting
all meters that front the Post Office and ground to a maximum of 15 or 20 minutes.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this recommendation be referred
to the Street & Alley Committee, Street Commissioner and Traffic Division of the
Police Department for a report back. Carried.
A communication was read from Governor Arthur B. Langlie to the City Engineer,
requesting that Mr. James Highton serve on the Engineering Committee at the Third
Annual Governor's Safety Conference which convenes at 9 o'clock on Tuesday morning,
November 6, 1951 and continues for two days in the Hpuse Chambers of the Legislative
Building at the State Capitol in Olympia.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid, that the Council d elegate the City Engineer,
Chief of Police and i,iayour, (who had re(seived similar letters, to attend this
Conference, with their expenses allowed. Carried.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning
Commission stating that their committee had reported on the petition of A. B. and
Jessie Litchfield for the vacation of 7th Avenue from the west side of Cedar Street
to the east side of Main Street, that the City should undertake to negotiate a
sale for a portion of this property up to 10 feet adjoining the property of the
petitioners and retain the rest of the street right-of-way for future City use.
The Communication further stated that the Planning Commission had concurred in the
report of the special committee appointed to investigate this matter.
As the disposition of this property had already been legally acted upon, by the
Council vacating same, the communication was ordered filed.
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A oomthnnication was read from Dr. C. W; Wilson stating that the Mayor and Council
are doing much good work in improving street, etc., in the Earlington District and
that nothing has been done about the use and obstruction of 136th Street South be—
tween Rainier Avenue, Langston Road and 91st Avenue South, and the importance of
clearing this street to its full legal width of sixty feet. Dr. Wilson requested an
answer as to what action is being taken.
The City Attorney informed the Council that this matter is now under litigation
brought about through action of Dr. 11ilson. The Mayor ordered the communication
filed.
The City Clerk read a statement, signed by David Mitchell and attested by the .City
Clerk, that he (David Mitchell) was employed by the City of Renton as a paid em—
ployee from June 7, 1927 to October 7, 1930 (3 years and 4 months) and from
October 15, 1930 to March 15, 1937 (6 years and 5 months) and from 11ay 10 1945 to
January 1, 1949 (8 months) making a total of ten (10) years and five (.5) months as
a paid employee of the City of Renton prior to the time (January 11 1949) that the
City of Renton joined the Statewide City Employees Retirement System and requested
the Mayor and Council to take the necessary steps to have his prior service status
with the Statewide City Employeed Retirement System corrected accordingly.
The City Clerk explained that an error had been made in David Miitchellfs prior
service at the time it went through and that he (Mr. Crook) had been informed by
the Executive Secretary of the Statewide City Employees Retirement System that it
would require a letter petitioning the Council to authorize the corrected time,
and present same to the Council, and the Council could then pass a Resolution
approving the request which would be forwarded to the Executive Board of the State—
wide City Employees Retirement System .for their consideration .
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that the request of David Mitchell be granted
and that a Resolution be passed in regard to same.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 822 stating that the record of length
of service of David Mitchell, prior to the time the City of Renton joined the
Statewide City Employees retirement System, having been e stablished� and also
checked and verified by the City Clerk be corrected to read ten (10) years and five
(5) months.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that Resolution No., 822 be adopted as read,
and that a certified copy of said Resolution and a copy of David Mitchell's re—
quest be forwarded immediately to the Ixecutive Secretary of the Statewide City
Employees Retirement System. Carried.
The City Engineer stated that he would like to recommend, that due to the previous
action of the Council, that Mr. David Mitchell be retired by the City of Renton
as of December 12 1951.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that subject to the approval and
acceptance of the Executive Board of the Statewide City Employees Retirement System,
of Resolution No. 822, that the Council concur in the recommendation of the City
Engineer. Carried.
The City Clerk read a report from 1,1r. Elton Alexander, Budget Controller of his
trip to the Municipal Finance Officers Association's Annual meeting At Bremerton
on October 18 and 19, 1951, stating that-they had discussed four proposed tax issues
for more City revenue: (1) Sponsor legislation permitting additional taxes, (2)
urge County Assessor to increase assessed valuation on commercial properties, (3)
Assess Business and Occupational Tax and (4) Increase Building permit fees. Repre—
sentatives of several cities stated that they had reaised or i,rere considering
raising the permit fees to a level that would pay for all expenses incurred by the
City, ie., Building Inspector and City Engineeris' inspection time and other ex—
penses in connection therewith. The Budget Controller further stated that the City
of Bellingham now has a gross income tax of 1/lOtr: of 1 percent — — that all
residences and businesses within the corporate limits of the City are requested to
pay 1/`]..Oth of 1 percent on their gross income. Also, that several other cities are
considering a Business and Occupational Tax on manufacturing, processing plants and
businesses, that consideration is being given to shop charges, to the different
departments, on all repair of autos and, equipment of the cost, plus 20 percent —
that at Bremerton, Douglas Fir Christmas trees were sold from City property and
Water Shed property netting the City of Bremerton a considerable sum — that it had
been determined that the minimum tapping charge over the State was ,150.001 per
installation, inside the City limits and betti�*een 555.00 and X75.00 outside the City
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limits. Bremerton's facility rates were as follows: water charges were $1.25 per
800 cubic feet, lavatory charge, in the City %"c.50 each.,' and $05 per lavatory,
charged outside the City for motels, hotels and boarding houses. The City Clerk
stated that he, the City Treasurer and Councilman Hansen, a member of the Finance
Committee had also attended the Municipal Finance Officers Association' s Annual
meeting in- Bremerton and that he had discussed water rates with the City Treasurer
of the City of Bremerton and had been informed that the City of Bremerton was
allowing the Puget Sound Navy Yard water at the rate of 15¢ per 100 cubic feet. The
City Clerk stated that he had informed the Treasurer of the City of Bremerton that
the City of Renton was furnishing water to their entire residential population at
a rate of 12� per 100 cubic feet. Also, that there were approximately 600 delegates
from Cities over the State present at the meeting and many and various other problems
had been discussed and the meeting had proved very educational, helpful and interest-
ing to those attending.
In answer to a request for informatirn, the City Clerk informed Coiaaciltnan Delaurenti
that no communication had been received from the Lion's Club regarding permission
to hold a !,!hit(,. Elephant Sale.
Mr. E. Roy Boblet, Chairman of the Activities Committee of the Lions Club was then
invited to mage the request for the Lion's Club orally. Mr. Boblet asked the Council
for permission to close ?Jells Street from 3rd Avenue to valla Jalla Avenue on friday
evening, November 2nd, from 4:30 to 9:00 P.M., and Saturday, November 3rd from 11:00
A.M., to 6:00 P.M., or until their merchandise has all been sold. Mr. Boblet further
stated that he had the consent of the Chief of Police, as well as all of the
merchants on either side of the street in the block requested to be closed.
The Chief of Police informed the Council that such a sale would cause traffic con-
gestion and it ,!ould necessitate barricading the Street but that he did not think it
;could require extra police to take care of the traffic caused by the blockade and
that with the Council's approval of the Lion's Club request, they would do their best
to handle the crowd - - that in his 0p1.nion, the matter was entirely up to the Council.
Cou.ncil.man Reid stated, that in his opinion, this -ould be. no more difficult than
blockading a street for making repairs.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Reid, that the matter of granting the Lien's Club
permission to barricade 'Jells Street from 3rd Avenue to Walla Walla Avenue as re-
quested be granted, for the particular time stated., under the supervision of the
Traffic Division of the Police Department and the Street Commissioner. Carried.
Mr. Boblet thanked the Mayor and Council for their approval and cooperation and in-
formed the Council that a formal letter of their request would be furnished the City,
by the Lion's Club, for their files.
Councilman Richardson stated that the Ordinance Committee required more time to
present the proposed Garbage Ordinance.
Councilman Bruce stated that the Cedar River Policy Committee had met i,rith the
Committee from the Planning Commission and that they hope to have a report by next
Tuesday.
Councilman Reid requested more time for the Light and Power Committee on the different
requests for lights.
Councilman Richardson stated that this is the time of year when students from the
Civic Classes are required to make reports, for their lessons, on the City's Govern-
ment - - that the matter had been referred to the Public Relations Committee some
time ago, and that in his opinion a definite plan for the production of a sufficient
number of brochures, containing the information desired, should be arranged for and
asked Mayor Baxter to inform the council of his investigations and what material he
.� had compiled for same.
Mayor Baxter informed the Council that prior to the time the matter had been re-
ferred to the Public Relations Committee, he had gathered a great deal of information,
but that he had not been successful in having the information compiled ane typed as
yet - - that his information included the names of the elected and appointed
officials. the names of the various Committee members, their duties and length of
terms of office for same, the type of Government, how officials were elected, a
brief outline of the Police and Fire Department, number of personnel and their duties,
as ,,ell as for the Park Department, Library, Airport, Sewage Disposal Plant, etc.,
that he had planned on having this information typed and memeographed - that he
thought a brochure could be completed in approximately one month.
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The City Clerk stated, that in his opinion, such a report woLld require approx-
imately 15 mimeographed pages and that 150 copies could be similar to the budget,
and would cost approximately 5100.00.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Trimn, that the Council authorize the expenditure
of $100.00 for a brochure of general information for the City of Renton. Carried.
On inquiry of the Budget Director as to the source of the funds just allocated, it,
was moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the expense of the brochure
be taken from the Mayor's and Council's Expense. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini reported that he, the Mayor, City Clerk and Councilman Hansen
had attended the Friday night, October 19th 1951 Regional meeting of the
Association. of Washington Cities at Kent and that many subjects had been dis-
cussed. (1) That the State Highway Department was questioned as to their intentions
in regard to traffic lighting, repairs on Primary and Secondary State Highways
through the City of Renton, etc., and Representatives of. the State Highway Depart-
ment had informed the Renton delegates that a complete survey would be furnished
the City of Renton by the first of the year. (2) That Mr. ChesterBiesen, Executive
Secretary of the Association_ of lashington Cities, State Senators Todd and Witten
(who is also Mayor of Auburn; had promised their full support at the next Legis-
lative session, in helping Cities by the passage of proper legislation therefore.
The question of renumeration in lieu of taxes on the Boeing Airplane Company plant,
as well as the New Foundry, at the Pacific Car and Foundry Company was brought
to the attention of the meeting by Mayor Baxter. In a discussion on same, it was
the unanimous opinion of those present that the Federal Goverbment should pay 'in
lieu of taxes' on subject properties. (3) That they had thoroughly discussed
County Health and Pollution with the State Pollution Board., and that Renton had
been guaranteed that the following day the State Health & Pollution Department
would start action in regard to the Black River Channel which is owned by the State.
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The City Clerk reported that the subject of the Cities not getting enough revenue
to finance their operation in a manner that would permit rendering to the public
proper Municipal services was discussed - - that the Cities cannot get money from
the State or Federal Government to run the Municipal Governments - - that only
about 1A of the revenue for financing Municipal operations was from property
tax, that all the Cities were allowed was 15 mills - - that the Cities can't
refuse the public the services they are entitled to and demand - - that it is
impossible to render the service demanded with the revenue available - - that the
progressive Cities are the Cities that have sufficient revenue for their budgets
and the Cities without such revenue cannot progress.
Councilman Tambori.ni further stated that off-street parking had been discussed
and that Senator Jitten had informed them that' a proposed legislative bill would
make available to 1st and 2nd Class Cities the privilege of securing off-street
parking space for their actual needs and 3rd and Lith Class Cities would be allowed
to secure any amount of off-street parking "space necessary for needed traffic con-
trol. Also, that Mayor Mooney of Kent brought up the subject of the proper
location of school buildings and related the experience of the City of Kent in
connection with the location of a school near the City and the improvement of the
State Highway passing by said school.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjounred at 9:00 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
October 30, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID,, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM. (Councilman Trimm was excused because of illness.)
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, City Attorney; Angelo
Busato, Police Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer;
James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider,
Airport Manager; Dave Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities and Elton Alexander,
Budget Controller. (Fire Chief Lawrence was excused and Walt Will was reported on
vacation.)
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the meeting of October
23rd be approved as written. Carried.
APELICATIONS L'OR BZLDING gagTS AS SUBMITTER BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO, AMOUNT NAb ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2936 w 25.00 E. H. Pritchaw 513 2nd Avenue wire service
7 200.00 Hugh E. Peilly 2212 6th Place erect garage
8 - C. A. Heilman 639 H. Street plumbing
9 350.00 C. W. Rounds 12459 SE 141st drainage pipe
40 1000.00 E. H. Barnes 2308 7th Ave No. remodel residence
1 - Stanley Hovland 125 - Third plumbing
2 6000.00 Wakelam Brothers 8426 Langston Rd. erect home
3 - E. C. Penney 910 D. St. Plumbing
4 100.00 E. C. Penney 910 D. St. wire service
5 750.00 William Farrow 72 Logan Ste install siding
6 - Charles Bisiack 1416 9th Ave install furnace
7 75.00 Clyde Barnard 131 Garden remodel-house
8 80.00 Harry Scherrer 123 Pelly Ste remodel garage
9 300.00 Kenneth C. Hogan 2204 9th Ave. N. install basement
50 50.00 John Anarde 8802 140th S. erect chimney
1 2500.00 Allen R. Day 8220 S. 138th addition on house
2 - Mrs. Bill Bennett 310 Pelly Ave install plumbing
4 30.00 Goodwill Store 235 Williams repair steps
5 100.00 Frank Manifold 81 Wells roof on house
6 2000.00 Joe Mance 529 Shattuck build garage
7 9500.00 S.A. Callander & Co. 1425 Beacon erect residence
8 100,00 Dorothy Mayner 136 Park Ave. install oil stove
9 - Howard Kelsey 625 Morris St. plumbing
60 100.00 G. E. Slye 514 N. Williams erect fence
1 300.00 Tina Ergeson 2307 7th Ave. N. erect fence
2 100.00 Chas. A. Brunett 622 G. Place install heater
3 100.00 George Pitcher 2503 7th N. wire service
4 100.00 Don Gaspari 414j Beacon Ave. erect bulkhead
5 1800.00 Motor Mart 13665 Rainier Ave Add'n on bldg.
6 250.00 Edna Browne 13240 - 91st erect carport
7 100.00 Mrs. Chas. Hol:la.way 2413 6th Ave. N. erect shed
8 - Dr. Chas. Keigwin 2nd & Main install furnace
9 75.00 Matt Minerich 629 Burnett St. install windows
70 300.00 Mrs. Jackson 306 Meadow erect garage
1 - Ernesto Barei 919 Third Ave install plumbing
2 100.00 William Collins 10106 112th St.SE. install stove
3 400.00 Ben Lindgren 245 N. ITells - remodel house
4 400.00 Mrs. Geo. Pitcher 2705 7th Ne remodel house
5 100.00 Chas, Brunette 622 G. Place install driveway
6 200.00 Renton News Record 234 Main St. electric service
7 500.00 Dr. B. S. McClellan Wood Bldg* remodel office
8 100.00 Tom eller 430 Windsor Way wire service
9 100.00 James Onoferson 621 walla Walla Remodel house
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A communication was read from the Lions Club of Renton requesting permission to
suspend two street banners on Wells Street between Third Avenue and Walla Walla
Avenue, for the purpose of advertising their White Elephant Sale to be held on Novem-
ber 2nd and 3rd. The banners are to be erected under the supervision of the Renton
Police Department.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the request of the Lions Club be granted
under the supervision of the Street Commissioner and the Traffic Division of the
Police Department,providing they comply with the Ordinance of the City of Renton in
regard to same. Carried.
A communication was read from James Highton, City Engineer, stating the King County
Planning Commission is starting a full planning survey for the greater Renton area mom
early in November, 1951, exclusive of the City of Renton. Also, that he had dis-
cussed the proposition of including the City of Renton in this survey with Mr.
Nordmark, Research Director for the King County Planning Commission and Mr. John
Swanson, Chairman of the Renton Planning Commission and they agree that; such a survey
will be necessary and essential for present and future planning in the City of Renton
and also to provide for the estimated growth of Renton; that they propose to pro-
ceed with the survey, as it will not be necessary to use funds not already budgeted
and also that a 60 percent saving will be effected by proceeding with :subject survey
at this time. The City Engineer listed the following in the 'Budget Estimate for
Renton", for the first months work: Land Use Maps, 8G hours; Parking Study, 40 hours;
Shopping, 24 hours; Freeways, 40 hours; Industrial Areas, 24 hours; Drafting, 180
hours, a total of 388 hours and a total cost of $754.00.
The City Engineer explained the use of these funds stating that there was approx-
imately $550.00 remaining in the -Planning Commission's Budget and that Mr. Swanson,
Chairman of the Renton Planning Commission had stated, in behalf of the members of the
Renton Planning Commission, that the members were in favor of this survey and approve
the use of the money, remaining in their budget , for same; that as the Engineering
Department is without an Assistant City Engineer at this time, the money allocated in
the Budget for s ane could be very well used to help finance this survey as it would
be more economical (approximately a 60 percent saving); to proceed at the saw time
as the King County Planning Commission is conducting their survey of surrounding
territory. Mr. Highton Stated that an important feature of the proposed survey would
be to give the City of Renton the opportunity to study a Highway Route through the
City of Renton before tihe'State Highway Department submits their plan; that .�.
possibly the survey would establish a more practical route than the one which will
be selected by the State Highway Department; also, that such a survey will. include
the proposed water, sewer, etc., needs and routes for mains and will include the
entire area of the City of Renton, residential, business, etc., that an intelligent
plan presented now would enable the City of Renton to outline a future program for
improvements and expansion.
Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, stated that 19r. Nordmark
hesearch Director of the King County Planning Commission asked him to invite the
Mayor and councilmen toy attend a meeting to be held in the Chamber of Commerce Hall
on Thursday, November 15th, at which meeting all Civic leaders of the surrounding
territory would be invited including the Representatives of the School District, the
School Board, Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and others,- to hear the pre-
liminary report of the King County Planning Commission's Survey, up to this time -
that this report will include surrounding areas such as Kennydale and other
Communities.
The City Engineer informed the Council that it is contemplated to use approximately
$294.00 from the Engineering Departmentts Budget and the balance from the Planning
Commission's Budget for the survey which would be made by an Engineer working
under the supervision of the Research Director of the King County Planning Commiss-
ion, but the engineerts salary would be paid by the City of Renton during the time
the survey was being made for the City. The estimated preliminary cost, of an in-
dependent survey was $1640.00 compared to a previous estimate of- $4000.00. That the
preliminary survey work would be done at this time, although the survey might not
be completed until some time in 1952.
Mayer Baxter stated, that in his opinion, the City Engineer, being in charge of the
water and sewer systems of the City of Renton, was better qualified to know the
actual needs of the City of Renton for the preparation of a survey of the type
indicated, but that the Planning Commission should present their recommendation
to the Council in writing regarding same.
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The City Engineer informed the Council that he would obtain a letter from the
Renton Planning Commission' stating their endorsement of the survey and their
approval of the allocation of certain funds from their budget for the proposed
survey for Council consideration at the next meeting of the Council.
A copy of a comrmxnication from William Fitzgerald, Chief of the Seattle Fire
Department, to Floyd Lawrence, Chief of the Renton Fire Department was read re-
questing the Mayor, Councilmen, Department Heads, Fire Chief and Fire Department
personnel and their wives, or husbands to attend the 57th Annual Grand Ball
of the Seattle Fire Department, in the Civic Auditorium in Seattle on Saturday
evening, November 10, 1951; the officers and members of the Seattle Fire Depart-
went will act as hosts at a Reception in the Spanish Ballroom of the Olympic
H6tel- from 6:30 P.M., to 8:30 P.M., prior to the Ball.
Any Councilman or Department Head who is able to attend either or both the
Receptionand the Ball will please notify Fire Chief Lawrence at their earliest
convenience.
A communication from the Seattle Fire Department was ordered filed.
A communication was read from Dr. Douglas L. Morell, 1015 Walla Walla Avenue,
calling attention to street and sidewalk defects (sunken areas in the pavement,
abutting his property) (1) on the north side of the City of Seattle's pi eline
right-of-way at the junction of 3rd Avenue and Walla Walla Avenue and (2) on
the southeast corner of the intersection of 3rd Avenue and Walla Walla Avenue;
that large pools of water collect in rainy weather and make it difficult or
impractical for pedestrians to walk on the sidewalk.
Councilman Richardson stated that according to State Law it was the duty of the
property owner to keep the sidewalk adjoining his property in proper repair.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the above communication be referred
to the Street & Alley Committee and Street Commissioner to report back their
recommendation.
On the question, Councilman Richardson suggested that the Street Commissioner
-- notify Dr. Douglas L. Morell that it was his duty to keep the sidewalk ad-
joining his property in repair. The motion carried. - -
This being the date set for the hearing on the vacation of the alley in Block
18, Renton Highlands Addition and there being no written or oral protests, it
was moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the wishes
of the petitioners to vacate same. Carried.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that the petition be referred to the
Ordinance Committee and City Attorney to prepare an Ordinance ordering the
vacating of said alley. Carried.
This also being the date set for the opening of bids on the purchase of a
street grader for the City of Renton and the sale of the street grader which
is owned at the present time by the City, the City Clerk opened and read the
only bid submitted, which was from the Columbia Equipment Company as follows:
1 - New Austin-Western Grader $15,075.52
(f.o.b. Renton, including freight and
3% Washington State Use Tax)
Less allowance for 1950 Allis-Chalmers grader x,'p750
Total price of grader ....... 9 7.325.52
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the bid be referred to the Council
as a whole, the Street Commissioner and City Engineer for their consideration,
and that the Mayor declare a short recess for said consideration.
On the question, a short discussion was held in regard to the Council recessing
for consideration of bids and other questions or problems. The majority of
the Councilmen present seemed to favor the practice as it eliminated a great
deal of unnecessary detail from the Council minutes, and allowed a more informal
exchange of ideas in regard to arriving at some conclusion which would be legally
and officially decided after the Council had reconvened. The motion carried.
Mayor Baxter declared a short recess for the Council to hold their Committee
meeting in regard to discussing the grader bid informally in the Council Chambers.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FRMIAN, HANSEN, HAGEN,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
Councilman Reid, President of the Council, reported that the Committee recommended wow
that the bid of the Columbia Equipment Company in the total amount of $7,325.52
including the allowance for the old grader be accepted by the City of Renton, with
the provision that delivery of subject grader be made within 10 days, to protect
the City of Renton.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Committee as a whole. Carried.
Mr. Don Pepple, the Columbia Equipment Company Representative, stated that there
was a grader in Seattle at the present time which could be sent to Rexton on Wed-
nesday, October 31st.
The Mayor declared a recess to enable the Special Policy Committee, on the Cedar
River Housing Project, to meet with the Mayor, Council as a whole and City Attorney.
After the recess, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAUF,ENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSE11, HAGEN,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM. T
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 823, as presented by the Ordinance
Committee, extending the compulsory retirement time of Frederick A. I'llian of the
Uniform Personnel, to the age of sixty-four (64) years, or December 1, 1955.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 823, as read. Carried. .
Councilman Swift reported that his Committee had met with the City Engineer and
Street Commissioner and they recommended that the earlier request of the Lake
Shore Lines Company in regard to inbound Renton Busses using 2nd Avenue and out-
bound busses continuing the use of .3rd Avenue, be adopted on a trial basis,
commencing the 1st of December to allow the proper amount of publicity for the
public; that the particular stops requested by the Lake Shore Lines Company be so
marked.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the re-
commendation of the Committee. Carried,
Councilman Swift stated that if it were at all possible his Committee would like
to meet with the Lake Shore Lines Representatives to discuss moving the transit
stop on the west side of 3rd Avenue and Logan Street to the east side of Logan
Street on 3rd Avenue before making their recommendation.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the Lake Shore Lines Represen-
tatives be requested to attend a meeting of the Street and Alley Committee, City i
Engineer, Street Commissioner and Traffic Division of the Police Department on
Thursday evening, November 1st at 7:15 P.M. Carried.
Councilman Swift further reported that his Committee, including Mr. Glen Dirst
of the Boeing Airplane Company had investigated the present and possible future
"loading and unloading zone" for the busses, presently loading and unloading
passengers on the west side of Logan Street, north of Eighth Avenue, adjacent
to the Boeing Airplane Company, and the Committee recommended that a "loading
and unloading zone" be established adjacent to the Coffee Cup on 8th Avenue on the
west side of Logan -Street, that they plan to bring the busses in to the north end
of the street and swing them around, in the entrance of the Boeing Airplanes
Company Plant property if necessary, and have them park facing south to pick up
passengers from the sidewalk and be in a proper position to pull out directly
south. The Renton Police Department and Boeing Airplane Company guards will en-
deavor to train the persons, who drive in to pick up employee passengers coming
off shift, to back into an area on the east side and park at an angle to allow
better parking and to minimize the amount of traffic congestion when leaving the
plant.
Moved by Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Committee. Carried.
Councilman Swift reported that under ecisting State and Municipal Laws, it is the
responsibility of the parents, not the Council, to see that papers and other
waste material is not scattered by the students near the different lunch rooms.
Councilman Richardson stated, that a letter to this effect had beenzead at the
different assemblies in the Renton High School District and that all students
attending school that day had been so informed.
The Superintendent of Utilities informed the Council that he had been informed
from several Veterans Service Organizations were contemplating donating ten refuse
containers to the City of Renton, with the only stipulation that their insignia be
shown thereon, and that he raped to hear something definite from them before in-
vestigating further regarding the price of the containers.
Councilman Swift reported that his Committee had investigated the possibilities
of widening Park Street from 6th Avenue north westward to the Cedar River Bridge,
and that the Committee did not feel that this was the proper time to widen the
street by means of a Local Improvement District; that the property owners had al-
ready been assessed for widening Park Street at an earlier time and they dont feel
that the property owners would be in favor of a 2nd assessment at this time, and
the Committee felt that the Council should wait and see what type of proposal the
State recommended.
Councilman Bruce stated that traffic signal conditions on the Sunset Highway at
the intersection of 7th Avenue north and the narrow shoulder at this location,
prohibited cars making a right hand turn unless they happened to be the first
car in line when the signal light indicates through traffic to stop_.
- Councilman Richardson reported that the Street and Alley Committees, City Engineer
and Street Commissionee were considering this traffic problem and were working on
an estimate of the cost of widening the shoulder of the road at said location
at the present time, but that the problem involved the expense of maintenance as
well as construction, and they hoped to submit their recommendation soon.
The City Engineer reported that the shoulder of the highway at subject location
could be widened at a very nominal cost.
The Superintendent of Utilities reported that they had recently been offered a
fair price for the old steam roller stored near the City Garage and were con-
sidering the sale of same for scrap.
Councilman Tamborini reported that the Ways and Means Committee and City Engineer
had investigated the need of the Water Department for a 1/2 Ton Pick-up truck
and recommended that the City Engineer be authorized to publish a call for bids
for same at the earliest possible date.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommenda-
tion of the Ways and Means Committee and City Engineer. Carried.
The City Engineer stated that, with the Council's approval, he would like to have
the City of Renton purchase a Standard Model 1/2 ton pick-up truck, and that the
first call for bids be advertised on November 1st and 2nd call for bids be
advertised on November 8th and that the bids be opened at the Tuesday, November
--- 13th Council meeting.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the City Engineer be instructed to
prepare a "Call for Bids" for one Standard Model 1/2 ton pick-up truck. Carried.
The Street Commissioner informed the Council that reflectors had been installed
at the west end of the Parkway on 2nd Avenue, just Southwest of the High School.
Councilman Reid reported the Light and Power Committee was still working on
proposed additional street lights in Renton.
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Mr. Henry Reynolds, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, stated that the Mayor
and Councilmen would receive an invitation from the Great Northern Railway
Company to a dinner that over 200 persons are expected to attend and that he would
keep the Mayor and Council advised in this regard.
Mr. Reynolds further stated that the Chairman of the King County Planning Comm-
ission and County Commissioner Dean McLean are in favor of the County selling
a part of the County property adjacent to the new gravel pit just established
by the County on the hill, immediately east of Renton, adjacent to and just
south of Renton Highlands and stated that the County Commissioners would approve
of the City of Renton Annexing the area in order to have a more complete con-
trol of the zoning of said area. mom
The City Attorney informed the Council that property is generally annexed to a
City by petition of 75 percent of the property owners and a date would have to
be set for a hearing on same.
Councilman Holm stated that this was quite a large area and at this time had a
large hole where the gravel was taken from; that it was adjacent to -the High-
lands and it would not be very satisfactory to the residents of the Highlands
for this property to ,be used for a garbage dump site.
Councilman Swift stated, that in his opinion, this property might be converted
into an excellent residential area and in this event would be worth while for
the City of Renton to consider annexing same; that the matter should be referred
to a Committee to study the situation.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that this problem be referred to the Property
Committee to study and report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that Mr. Stan Kaczmarek had presented a proposition on behalf
of Mr. Otto Sundholm, that the City of Renton take over between 18 and 20 water
services near Rainier Avenue on the Goodwin Road, that Mr. Sundholm has been
handling, but now wishes to discontinue handling since he is no longer a resident
of the area.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Swift, that the matter be referred to the City .�
Engineer, City Attorney and Fire & Water Committee to investigate and report
back. Carried.
The Budget Controller, Mr. Elton Alexander, recommended that a "Call for Bids"
be published for diesel oil requirements for the City of Renton, that the City
of Renton used between 30,000 and 35,000 gallons annually for the Airport, Fire
Station and Library.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Swift, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Budget Controller. Carried.
The City Clerk stated that there was only one distributor of heavy oil in the
area and that he was allowing the City of Renton 5¢ per barrel below the prevail-
ing market price on same.
Councilman Richardson requested that the- Ordinance Committee, Sanitation Committee,
Street Commissioner and City Engineer meet at 8:00 P.M., Thursday evening,
November 1, 1951 to discuss the proposed Garbage Ordinance. Councilman Richardson
invited Councilmen that could attend, to be present at this meeting, as they
would like to disuess the Garbage Ordinance at next Tuesdayts, November 6th
Council meeting.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the meeting adjourn.. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 1000 P.M.
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Renton, Washington
November 6, 1951
The-regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe
R. Baader at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, D ELAURENTI, RSCHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FRBYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN,
TRIMM, TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS & DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Arthur Haugna, City Attorney; Gerard
Shellan, Assistant City Attorney; Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence,
Fire Chief; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer and Acting City Clerk; James Highton,
�. City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Mansger;
Dave Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities and Elton Alexander, Budget Controller.
(Walt Will, Building Inspector was reported on vacation and City Clerk Wiley Crook,
was reported ill.)
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Bruce, that the minutes of the meeting of the
meeting of October 30th be approved as written. Carried.
A co-mmxnication was read from Frank J. Tonkin, of Tonkin's Cafe and Turf Room
stating that as they have had no banquet room for three years, they were consider-
ing remodeling, making a portion of the building that is now being used as a paint
store into a banquet room, with a floor suitable for dancing and request that
this letter be considered as a written application for (1) permission to remodel
a certain portion of their turf mom and the present paint store portion of the
building and (2) a City Dance License.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce, that the request for a dance license be re-
ferred to the Police & License Committee and Chief of Police for their recommen-
dation and a report back to the Council; and the request for a building permit
to remodel the building be referred to the Building Inspector with power to act.
Carried.
A communication was read from Frank D. Graves, Secretary of the Renton Junior
Chamber of Commerce, requesting permission to decorate the streets of Renton this
Christmas Season.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Bruce, that permission be granted to the Junior
Chamber of Commerce, under the supervision of the Police Department and City
Engineer. Carried.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning
Commission, recommending that the City Council approve the expenditure of $450.00
from the Renton Planning Commission's Budget for the purpose of helping to defray
the expenses of a survey within the City limits of Renton, which is to be con-
ducted by the personnel of the King County Planning Commission as outlined by
the City Engineer.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Richardson, that the survey be started and funds
taken from the Planning Commission and Engineering Department's Budgets as pre-
viously outlined, to defray the necessary expenses of subject survey. Carried.
A communication was read from Richard N. Jardine, 11411 Sunset Boulevard re-
questing permission to operate a trailer camp at his address in Renton. Mr. Jardine
further stated that if he were granted permission to do so, he would observe all
Ordinances of the City of Renton in regard to same and also County and State
Health Laws.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Richardson, that the above request be referred to
the Police & License Committee and Building Inspector for a report back.
�- After a short discussion and an explanation by the City Engineer that according
to the present City Ordinance, such a request should be referred to the Health
Officer to issue a permit and further suggested that the Planning Commission be
requested to submit their recommendation regarding same. Councilman Bruce with
the consent of his second, Councilman Bruce, withdrew his motion.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Delaurenti, that the request be referred to the
Health Officer and the Planning Commission to submit their recommendation re-
garding same. Carried.
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A communication was read from Henry J. Reynolds, Executive Secretary of the
Renton Chamber of Commerce, extending to the Mayor and Councilmen, on behalf of
Mx. John Nordmark, Planning Director for the Ring County Planning Commission$ an
invitation to. attend a meeting, Thursday evening, November 15th at 8:00 P.M., in
the Renton Chamber of Commerce Building, at which time Mr. Nordmark will present
the commission's report of the preliminary study of a survey of the Renton Area,
also various facets of this survey will be openly discussed by Mr. Nordmark. The
communication was ordered filed.
A petition, signed by Leon P. Margullis, for the 209 signed residents of Cedar
River Park, whose names were attached, relative to the recent proposal for a 20%
rent increase at Cedar River Park and requesting that the City Council take what—
ever steps are necessary to stop the proposed 20% rent increase being put into
effect, was read.
Councilman Richardson stated, that in his opinion, this was a Government Project
and the City of Renton had no jurisdiction over rents or rentals and recommended
said petition be referred to the Housing Authority.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Richardson, that the petition be referred to the
Housing Authority for their consideration and action. Carried.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Holm, that the representative of the petitioners be
notified that the City Council has no jurisdiction over their petition and that
same is being forwarded to the Housing Authority for their consideration and
action. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti recommended that the Public Relations Committee contact the
Housing Authority to determine the reason for the increase in rents.
A communication was read from Attorney General Smith Troy stating the "Attorney
General's Opinion" that "Where the 28th day prior to a municipal election falls
upon a holiday, the primary should be held upon the preceding day", that it is
their conclusion that the primaries should be held on Monday, February 11th. This
publicity is to be furnished the papers for publication and the notice filed.
the 1952 Chlorine contract from the Hooker Electrochemical Company was ordered
filed until the regular bids are published for same.
Communications from Mayor Baxter to the Renton Aviation Board were read appoint—
ing Goerge Dobson, to succeed himself, and Paul Houser, to succeed himself, as
members of the Renton Aviation Board for 3 year terms beginning October 31,
1951, through October 31, 1954.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the appointments
of Mayor Baxter. Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that Sergeant Isackson, in the Police Department, was fill—
ing the position of Captain in that Department since the promotion of Captain
McCarthy to Assistant Police Chief; that Mr. Isackson was high on the Civil
Service Register and had been recommended by the Civil Service Commission for
appointment to the position of Captain.
Acting City Clerk Dorothea Gossett read the appointment by Mayor Baxter of
Sergeant Ernest W. Isackson as Captain in the Police Department effective as of
August 1, 1951.
On advice of the City Attorney that it was not permissible under Municipal Law,
to pay retroactive pay, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that
the Council concur in the appointment of Mayor Baxter that Sergeant Ernest W.
Isackson be appointed as Captain in the Police Department, effective as of
November 1, 1951, Carried.
Mayor Baxter stated that the Chief of Police had determined that to have an
efficient and well managed Police Department it was necessary to fill the
position of Captain in the Police Department,
Councilman Freyman reported that the Finance Committee had been advised by the
City Treasurer that permission should be granted to transfer the sum. of
$30,000.00 from the Street Fund to the Current Fund, for a 90 day period., with
the stipulation that this sum be paid back to the Street Rand in 90 days.
The Acting City Clerk read proposed ^Resolution No. 824 as presented and recommended
for passage by the Finance Committee, authorizing and directing the City Treasurer
to transfer $30,000.00 from the Street Fund to the Current Fund for the purpose
of meeting immediate expenditures, and that said transfer is to be considered a
loan for a period not to exceed ninety days.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Finance Committee and proposed Resolution No. 824 be adopted as read. Carried.
Councilman Richardson requested that the Council as a whole recess for a meeting
with the Mayor, City Attorney, Airport Manager and representative of the Airport
Board.
Mayor Baxter declared a recess. After the recess, the meeting was called to order
by Mayor Baxter.
ROLL CALL: All twelve Councilmen present.
Acting City Clerk Dorothea Gossett read proposed Ordinance No. 1113 as presented
by the Ordinance Committee, vacating the alley in Block 18, Renton Highlands
Addition to the City of Renton, reserving an easement and right—of—way therein for
construction, repair and maintenance of public utilities and services.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that proposed Ordinance No. 1413 be re—
ferred to the Ordinance Committee. Carried,
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on the proposed Ordinance and recommen—
ded its passage.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and proposed Ordinance No. 1413 be placed on its second
and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Hansen, seconded by Tamborini,
that Ordinance No. 1413 be adopted as read.
A roll call vote being taken, and all twelve Councilmen voting 'Aye" the motion
unanimously carried.
The City Attorney informed the Council that he had checked with the Title Insurance
Company and had been informed that the addition of portions of alleys to the pro—
perty abutting same, when alleys are vacated, would be identified and included
with the property at the time of a title search.
On the recommendation of Councilman Freyman that a uniform system be established
in cases where alleys are vacated and revert to the abutting property owners, the
City Attorney informed the Council that if several copies of the Ordinance covering
the vacation of an alley were forwarded to the petitioning bodies, they could
adjust the matter themselves.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the City Attorney. Carried.
The Acting City Clerk read proposed Emergency Ordinance No. 1414, as presented by
the Ordinance Committee, declaring that an emergency exists and appropriating
monies from several City Funds for the purpose of providing for payment of the
necessary expenses and capital outlay necessitated by such emergency; that the
following sums for expenditure in each of the following classifications established
in the 1951 budget are allowed and established, and said sums are appropriated for
expenditure in addition to 1951 budget provisions. The emergency increase is in
the total amount of $46,440.00. From Current Fund: Public Buildings, Maintenance
& Operation, $2500.00; Stationery, Postage & Printing, Maintenance & Operation,
$1500.00 and Police Department, Maintenance & Operation, $2800.00. Total from Current
Fund, $6800.00. From Water Fund: Maintenance & Operation, $7200.00 and to purchase
Water Meters, Capital Outlay, $3440.00. Total from Water Fund, $10,640.00. From
Airport Fund: Power & Water, Maintenance & Operation, $7500.00; Ninway & Roads,
Capital Outlay, $50(F).00 and Acquisition of Building, Capital Outlay X6500.00.
Total from Airport ,ind, $19,000.00. From Street Fund: Maintenance Operation,
$7000.00 and Capital Outlay, $3000.00. Total for Street Fund, $10,000.00. That one
week shall have elapsed after its introduction and a copy shall be published as a
proposed Ordinance, together with a notice of the time set for voting thereon.
Introduced and first reading November 6, 1951.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the proposed Emergency Ordinance No.
1414 be referred to the Ordinance Committee for their recommendation. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee recommended, that the proposed Ordinance No. 1414 be
published November 8th and the 2nd and final reading and Council action be taken
on the 13th of November.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the re—
commendation of the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
Mrs. Howard, from the audience, stated that Mrs. Besecker had been present to
report from the Highlands Garden Club in regard to -the proposed Garbage Ordinance,
but having to leave Mrs. Besecker had requested that Mr. Jack Truman neke the re—
port for her. Mr. Truman stated that the Highlands Garden Club was interested in
the wording of the proposed Garbage Ordinance.
Councilman Trimm, Chairman of the Sanitation Committee, reported that the Committee
was prepared to present the proposed Garbage ordinance this evening for its intro—
duction and 1st reading, and requested that a copy of the proposed Garbage
Ordinance be furnished each Councilman before the next meeting, and that if there
were no corrections or changes, that Tuesday evening November 13th, the said
Ordinance would be placed on its second and final reading for Council action.
The Acting City Clerk read the proposed Ordinance as presented by the Ordinance
Committee for its introduction and first reading, relating to the public health
and sanitation, providing for the establishment, maintenance and operation of a
compulsory system of garbage and refuse collection and disposal; making delinquent
charges for services performed a lien upon property; repealing all ordinances in
conflict therewith and providing penalties for the violation therefor.
Councilman Richardson reported that the Ordinance Committee recommended also,
that the proposed Ordinance be held one week for further study and consideration
by the entire Council and same be placed on its second and final reading and for
Council action at the next Council meeting.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hagen, that the Council accept the recommendation
of the Ordinance and Sanitation Committee, that the proposed Garbage Ordinance
be held one week for its second and final reading and for Council action, and
that a copy be furnished each Councilman. Carried.
The Acting City Clerk read the proposed Ordinance, as presented by the Ordinance
Committee, for its introduction and first readin, adopting a schedule of charges
for services rendered in the removal of garbage, refuse and swill as directed
by the proposed Garbage Ordinance, providing classifications for same and appeals
for same; that the schedule, as given, be adopted as a schedule of charges to be
exacted for the services rendered by the City of Renton. (That the collection
of garbage, refuse and swill from residential dwellings shall be once each week
at the flat rate of $1.00 per month and the collection from business firms and
commercial enterprises shall be 30 cans or more, or 5 cubic yards or more bulk
load per week from any one establishment at the rate of $20.00 per month, with
detailed elaborations given.)
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the proposed Ordinance, adopting a
schedule of charges for services rendered in the removal of garbage, refuse and
swill, be referred to the Ordinance Committee for their recommendation. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee recommended that the proposed Ordinance be held one week
for further study and consideration by the entire Council and same be placed on
its second and final reading and for Council action at the next Council meeting.
Moved by Tamborini- seconded by Hansen, that the Council accept the recommen—
dation of the Ordinance Committee and that the proposed Ordinance be held one
week for its second and final reading and for Council action, and that a copy of
same be furnished each Councilman. Carried.
On the request for information regarding same; the City Attorney informed the
Council that if there were no garbage can at a- certain location, it would not be
necessary to assess the property owner for same, but that the Ordinance
authorized the "compulsory system of Garbage Collection and Disposal" and it would
be unlawful and illegal to not collect monthly charges wherever a gaxbage can was
located.
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The City Treasurer reported that it was customary, when residents left on vacations,
if they would notify the respective department, the first of the month prior to
said vacation, certain arrangements would be made for minimum payments or non-
payment of utilities as requested.
Councilman Swift reported that the Street Commissioner had contacted Dr. Morrel and
advised him that according to State Law it was his responsibility to keep the side-
walk abutting his property in repair and that Dr. Morrel had agreed to do so.
Councilman Swift further reported that the Street & Alley Committee, Street
Commissioner and City Engineer, having been given power to act in the request of
Oehm Kirkman to break the curb to provide a parking space for customers of his
building, had determined that it was more feasible and economical to break the curb
.... and repave the area with black-topping, under the supervision of the Street
Commissioner.
Councilman Swift reported for the Street & Alley Committee that after considerable
investigation, it had been determined that the cost to prepare each meter abutting
Post Office property, to allow 15 minute parking only, would be approximately $5.00
and that under these circumstances, the Committee did not feel it was fair or just
to set a precedent by granting the Post Office Department this request.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Street & Alley Committee. Carried.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
PAYROLL ALL DEPARTMENTS 15,042.03 269E-2817
CLAIMS CURRENT 6,517.35 9862-9930
CLAIMS WATER 4,419.68 8485-8509
CLAIMS PARK 39.24 1621-1624
CLAIMS LIBRARY 731.23 2411-2423
CLAIMS AIRPORT 11374.00 1235-1250
CLAIMS CITY STREET 1,889.18 6161-6170
CLAIMS CIVILIAN DEFENSE 442.26 45-49
CLAIMS SEWER DISPOSAL 1,057.73 2146-2157
CLAIMS ATHLETIC 233.56 593-594
CLAIMS FIREMEN'S PEN. FUND - 69
CLAIMS CUMULATIVE FUND #1182 482.43 41-44
Moved by Reid, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:35 P.M.
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Deputy City Clerk
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Renton, Washington
November 13, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REIDs DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN,. HAGEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attorney
Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Lasrence, 'ire Chief; Dorothea Gossett, City
Treasurer and Acting City Clerk; James Highton, City Engineer; Dave Pu;ghs Super-
intendent of Utilities; Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport
Manager and Elton Alexander, Budget Controller, (City Clerk Wiley Crook was re-
ported ill and Building Inspector Walt Will was reported on vacation.)
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Tamborini, that the minutes of the meeting of November
6, 1951 be approved as written. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO*_ AMOUNT EAU ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
2980 $ 100.00 Robert C. Dunigan 2821 8th North Wire service
1 4,190.00 Boeing Airplane Co. Renton remodel building
2 250.00 W. J. Brown 673 A. Street driveway
3 400.00 E. K. Sheets 12745 SE 144th erect garage
4 400.00 H. J. Colwell 2104 8th Ave N. erect garage
5 600.00 Emi]Raison 734 Grant St. Add'n on house
6 100.00 Jack Bryant 408 Windsor Way remodel house
7 800.00 Mildred Lord 646 E. Street erect garage
8 100.00 Oehm Kirkman ist N. & Park St. break curb
9 900.00 Lavern Janzing 429 Windsor Way addtn on house
90 - Tom Richter 546 N. Wells plumbing
1 250.00 Paul Ockwig 611 Smithers cement walk
2 50.00 Agnes Goin 623 Smithers Chimney
3 1,000.00 J. A. Greenfield 712 High St. addtn on house
4 15.00 Malone Hotel 116 Second Ave install sign
5 - Chas. Goodwin 715 Jones install furnace
A communication was read from D. D. Forget', District Engineer of the Washington
State Department of Highways to City Engineer James Highton stating their maintenance
engineer, after making an investigation of the flood conditions on Primary State
Highway #5 in the vicinity of the Maplewood Golf Course, near the Milwaukee Rail-
way underpass, was unable to make a recommendation as to a remedy of this bad flood
condition; that in their opinion it would be in order for the Department of High-
ways to make an actual survey of this area to determine the size of the culverts
needed or possible ditching to relieve the flooded area. Mr. Forgey further stated
that if the Milwaukee Railroad Company (now the Great Northern Railway Company)
representatives would authorize enlarging their drainage pipe, then the Highway
Department could enlarge theirs accordingly, which might solve the problem; that
after their proposed survey is completed, they will contact the Renton City Eng-
ineer in regard to their recommendation.
The City Engineer explained that this was Mr. Forgey's answer to his :inquiry of
October 1, 1951 and that he would wait for their recommendation; that the Maple-
wood Golf Association had installed a settling basin to catch the gravel so it
wouldn't continue down the creek and have also dredged the creek. (The City Eng-
ineer stated that City employees have also worked in this area.)
Councilman Swift recommended that the City Engineer contact the Great Northern
Railway Company Representatives as they were the present owners of this Railway
track near the Maplewood Golf Course and would be the proper people to see in re-
grid to enlarging their drainage pipe. The communication was ordered filed.
A communication was read from L. E. Henries General Manager of the Tradewell Store
be permitted to allow their truck, which will have a new Dodge car (the grand
prize of their current radio contest) mounted thereons to occupy two :metered park-
ing spaces directly in front of the Tradewell Store on November 27th and 28th.
Moved by Tamborinis seconded by FxTi.ymens that the Council grant the Renton Trade-
well Store this request, under the supervision of the Street Commissioner and the
Traffic Division of the Police Department. Carried.
A communication was read from City Engineer James Highton and David Pugh, Street
Commissioner, requesting that the Engineering Department and Street Department be
allowed to acquire two of the radio equipped police cars and allow the two 1947 model
sedans presently being used by the Engineering Department and Street Corjmissioner to
be traded in on the purchase of the new police cars for which funds are included in the
Police Departmentts 1952 budget; that this would provide the City Engineer and Street
Commissioner with radio equipped cars, and also provide two additional radio equipped
cars for Civilian Defense; that the City Shop Department would pay for the difference
in cost of the two new radios for the Police Department for installation in their new
cars, under the above proposal. (As delivery on car radios require 60 days, the pro-
posal is submitted at this time.)
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by LFreyman, that the communication be referred to the
.... Council as a whole for their investigation and a report back.
A communication waa read from James Highton, City Engineer requesting that as the work
had been completed on November 1, 1951, having also been inspected and approved, that
the Contractor of the improvement of Second Avenue from Logan Street to Rainier Avenue
be paid for their computed and measured items of work in the amount of $28,896.71, and
that the contractor be released from his contract. The City Engineer further stated
that the total cost of the improvement is withheld, until final cost figures are com-
puted as certain other items of work incidental to the improvement, but not included
in the contract, have not been completed.
The City Attorney stated that the job should be accepted and the contractor notified
that the Council will withhold payment for 30 days until any possible liens are pre-
sented.
Moved by Richardsonf seconded by Holm., on recommendation of the Attorney that the con-
tract be accepted and that payment of the above contract be held for a 30-day grace
period ,and not paid until after December 1, 1951. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Holm, that the bill be allowed paid by the Council and
the portion of the bill that is the responsibility of the School District be referred
to the Finance Committee and Auditing and Accounting Committee to check with the School
District to determine the School Board's share of the cost of this improvement. Carried.
The City Engineer stated, that if the payment of the contract was withheld for 30 days,
he could obtain the full cost of the improvement that the School Board is going to
participate in.
This being the date set for the opening of bids for the 1/2 Ton Pick-up truck for the
Water Department, the following bids were opened and read.
BIDDY MAKE AMOUNT OF BID
W. R. Bryant International $1575.00
Williams & Swanson Chevrolet 1411.73
Wening Motors G,M.C. 1651.36
White-Pope Ford 1438.72
Rhodes Studebaker 1625.00
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the bids received be referred to the
Council as a whole for their consideration and a report back.
A communication was read from Opal Chadwick, Secretary of the Renton Central Labor
Council stating that thty are Tn favor of the City of Renton acquiring the Cedar River
Project for the future use of the City of Renton as they believe this property will be
valuable to the City in the future.
This information is to be furnished the Cedar River Policy Committee and the communi-
cation filed.
Mayor Baxter declared a recess. After the recess the meeting was called to order by
Mayor Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM, TANBORINI,
DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
Councilman Reid, President of the Council reported that the Committee consisting of the
Council as^ a whole, had thoroughly considered all bids received on the 1/2 ton pick-up
truck for the Water Department and recommended that the bid from Williams & Swanson,
in the amount of $1411.73 being the lowest bid received, be accepted.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Trimm, that the Council accept the recommendation +�+
of the Council as a whole for the purchase of one 1/2 ton pick—up truck: from
Williams & Swanson at a cost of $1411.73, exclusive of tax. Carried.
Acting City Clerk Dorothea Gosset read proposed Emergency Ordinance No. 1414, as
presented by the Ordinance Committee, which had been introduced and placed on its
first reading at the November 6th meeting and published November 8th 1951, declar—
ing that an emergency exists and appropriating monies from several City Funds for
the purpose of providing for payment of the necessary expenses and capaital outlay
necessitated by such emergency; that the sums for expenditure in each of the classi—
fications established in the 1951 budget are allowed and established and said sums
are appropriated for expenditure in addition to 1951 budget provisions,
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the Council accept proposed Emergency
Ordinance No. 1414 as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye; Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson,
Aye; Swift, Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Tamiborini, Aye;
Dullahant, Aye and Holm., Aye. A11 eleven Counci
msn present voting "Aye"..
the
motion unanimously carried.
A communication was read from City Clerk Wiley Crook stating that as he expects to
be hospitalized, he is appointing Dorothea S. Gossett as his Deputy, with the title
of Deputy City Clerk, until he is able to resume full time duties, and requests
Council approval of the appointment.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
Wiley Crook, City Clerk, that Dorothea S. Gossett be appointed Deputy City Clerk.
Carried.
Acting City Clerk Dorothea read proposed Resolution No. 825, approving and confirm-
ing the appointment of Dorothea S. Gossett as Deputy City Clerk including the
powers and authority incumbent upon or authorized to the City Clerk under State law
and the Ordinances of Renton.
Moved -by Freyman, seconded by Bruce, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 825 as read. Carried.
Councilman Richardson, Chairman of the Ordinance Committee, presented the pre—
viously introduced proposed Garbage Ordinance which had been rearranged by the City
Attorney. Councilman Richardson explained that definitions had been made more clear
and that there had been no alterations to the general wording of the proposed
Garbage Ordinance.
All Councilmen being asked, and after stating they had no corrections to offer, it
was moved by Reid, seconded by Dullahant, that the proposed Garbage Ordinance be
introduced and placed on its first reading.
Deputy City Clerk Dorothea Gossett read the proposed Garbage Ordinance as pre—
sented by the Ordinance Committee, relating to the public health and ;sanitation,
providing for the establishment, maintenance and operation of a compulsory system
of garbage and refuse collection and its disposal; making delinquent charges for
services performed a lien upon the property; repealing all ordinances in conflict
herewith and providing penalties for the violation therefor.
Moved by Tamborinip seconded by Holm, that the proposed Garbage Ordinance be re—
ferred to the Ordinance Committee for their recommendation. Carried.
Councilman Dullahant stated that in his opinion, it would be more economical
and practical if arrangements were made for the billing of and payment for the
collection and disposal of garbage every two months, instead of monthly as the
Fire & Water Committee were considering this proposal at the present time for the
billing and payment of water accounts. The Ordinance Committee will wait one week
before making their recommendation on the proposed Garbage Ordinance.
Deputy City Clerk Dorothea Gossett read the proposed corrected Ordinance adopting
a schedule of charges for services rendered in the removal of garbage, refuse and
swill, as directed by the proposed Garbage Ordinance; providing classifications for
same; and for appeals from determinations made by the Street Commissioner.
Moved by Trimm, seconded'by Tamborini, that the proposed Ordinance, adopting a
schedule of charges for services rendered in the removal of garbage, refuse and swill
as directed by the proposed Garbage Ordinance; providing classifications for same;
and for appeals from determinations made by the Street Commissioner be referred to
the Ordinance Committee for their recommendation. Carried.
The City .Attorney stated, that according to the proposed Garbage Ordinance, there
was no limit on the number of garbage cans allowed to residential dwellings.
The City Engineer stated that it was customary to estimate bulk loads, as was stated
in the proposed Garbage Ordinance.
Councilman Dullahant stated that in his opinion there was too much difference in
comparison in the rate per number of cans in Paragraph 1 as compared to individual
residential units. The Ordinance Committee will wait one week before making their
recommendation on the proposed Ordinance adopting a schedule of charges for services
rendered in the removal of garbage, refuse and swill as directed by the proposed
Garbage Ordinance.
Councilman Richardson reported that the Ordinance Committee as a whole would like to
present a proposed ordinance and a proposed Resolution in regard to the acquisition
by condemnation of the Cedar River Project; that the Council had requested that his
Committee draft the proposed ordinance and that he had searched the Planning Commi-
ssionts file for additional information before drafting the proposed ordinance and
that he had requested the Housing Authority to furnish his Committee with pertitent
information and their recommendation in this regard and that he would like to present
their letter for Council consideration.
A communication from lion Humhle, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the
City of Renton to Councilman Richardson, Chairmen of the Ordinance Committee, was
read stating that the City of Renton should acquire the Cedar River Park site in
order to protect its housing supply and to control the method of disposition of the
housing, and stating a recent instance where the Uovernment Agency did not follow
the desires of the community when they provided for the continued operation of tem-
porary housing as long as a need can be shown, the Government Agency making the final
determination as to whether or not there is a need; also should the present emer-
gency last for any considerable time there is a possibility of a change in the laws
-- governing disposition of such housing. Mr. Humble further stated that the City of
Renton should acquire the Cedar River Park site in order to preserve this investment
for the public. That the cost of the project as it now stands was $1,361.474.37. Of
this amount $231,862.00 was spent on improvements to the site and on structures which
will remain of value even after the housing itself is removed. These items include
among other things, sewer and water mains, streets, the underpass and the community
building which besides providing management and maintenance space for the operation
of the housing, provides recreational space that served some 33,000 individual par-
ticipants in the Recreational Councilts program last year. Under the new schedule
of rents effective December 1, 19519 the Cedar River Park project has a maximum
gross potential income from dwelling rents only of $271,728.00 per year. Without a
very careful analysis, an estimate of the probable cost of operating the project
under City ownership could not be made, but it should be considerably less than the
potential rent figure. That this is an opportunity for the City of Renton to ac-
quire an improved site for the cost of an unimproved site and at the same time ac-
quire for nothing the means of amortizing the cost of that site; that in his opinion,
the advantages of protecting the present housing supply of the City and of assuring
the future well being o" the City far outweigh any objections of principle which
might be involved.
Councilman Richardson requested that the letter in regard to the Cedar River Housing
Project be filed with the Cedar River Policy Committee.
Councilman Bruce, Chairman of the Cedar River Policy Committee stated that his
Committee, at their first meeting had requested that the City of Renton Planning
Commission submit their recommendation in regard to the Cedar River Housing Project;
that after considerable study of the recommendations of the Planning Commission and
the Executive Director of the Housing Authority and had met with Mr. Barei and his
a ttorney, Mr. Bartley, his committee had recommended that the City of Renton con-
tinue to negotiate with Mr. Barei and his Attorney for the Cedar River Park pro-
perty, but to protect the City had recommended that the City pass an ordinance for
the acquisition by condemnation of Cedar River Park for the City of Renton. Council-
man Bruce further stated that his committee had met again with Mr. Barei, but Mr.
Barei, and his attorney, Mr. Bartley, would not consider negotiating for the whole
part of the Cedar River Project, just a portion.
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Deputy City Clerk Dorothea Gossett read proposed Ordinance No. 1415 relating to
acquisition by condemnation of portions of Government lots 4 and 7, in the south-
west quarter of the northeast quarter of Section 17, Township 23 north, Range 5
E.W.M., in the City of Renton, known as Cedar River Park, for park and playground
purposes; providing upon transfer from the Federal Government, for the continued
temporary operation of certain temporary war housing units presently located there-
on; providing that the entire cost of such acquisition shall be paid by assessments
on the property specially benefited, or from such funds or methods as may be pro-
vided by law, or by both such assessments and such other funds.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Hansen, that proposed Ordinance No. 1415 be referred to
the Ordinance Committee for their recommendation,
Councilman Tamborini stated, that in his opinion, to acquire this property for muni- new
cipal purposes, public playgrounds or parks would be too costly for the: City and
not for practical reasons, in the best interest of. the City; that the property is
too close to a very busy highway and the railroad track.
Councilman Dullahant stated, that in his opinion, the Council should consider the
Ordinance with the thought to the benefits to the City of Renton in the distant
future also$ that the City of Renton should move to acquire this property as it
would be very profitable to the City of Renton 20 years from now,
Councilman Richardson stated that his Committee was prepared to make their re-
commendation this evening as the Ordinance gave the City their legal rights to file
with the Court a condemnation suit providing they are unable to negotiate for the
purchase of the Cedar River Park Area, that the passage of the Ordinance would have
no effect on the Policy Committee' s further negotiation with Mr. Barei and his
Attorney, Mr. Bartley.
The motion by Councilman Holm that proposed Ordinance No. 1 415 be referred to the
Ordinance Committee for their recommendation, then passed.
Councilman Richardson reported that the Ordinance Committee as a whole reported
favorably on proposed ordinance No. 1 415 and recommended its passage.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and proposed Ordinance No. 1415 be placed on its second
and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that
proposed ordinance No. 1415 be adopted as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye; Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson,
Aye; Swift, Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, No; Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Trimm, Aye;
Tamborini, No; Dullahant, Aye and Holm, Aye. There being 10 "Aye's" and 2"No's"2
the motion carried.
Deputy City Clerk Dorothea Gossett read proposed Resolution No. 826, as presented
by the Ordinance Committee, that because of an existing critical rental housing
shortage and due to the rapid growth of the City and its population, the existing
public and municipal facilities are inadequate and insufficient the City Council
finds that public necessity and convenience demand the acquisition by condem-
nation, or other method, the property known as Cedar River Park for the purpose
of acquiring and establishing adequate sites for necessary public and municipal
purposes, authorizing the City Attorney to take all necessary and immediate steps
for the acquisition from the Federal Government of the Cedar River Park Housing
Project, Wash., 45136, as provided by law; the City or other agency to maintain and
operate said housing project -or the duration of the present emergency and as long
as the critical shortage of rental housing units does exist within this area.
Further authorizing and directing the City Attorney to take all necessary steps to
begin condemnation proceedings in the manner provided by law, to acquire said
parcels of land, to carry out the purposes and provisions of this Resolution.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 826 as read. Carried.
Mr. Bruce Bartley, attorney for Mr. Barei, stated that the foregoing ordinance and
Resolution in regard to acquisition of the Cedar River Park gave the City of Renton
no greater right than they already have under Section 601 of the Lanham Act; that
the Special Policy Committee or the Council should continue negotiations as fast
as possible and in his opinion a satisfactory arrangement can be made.
Councilman Bruce stated that the Cedar River Policy Committee was willing and ready
to negotiate with Mr. Barei and his Attorney at any time.
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Councilman Delaurenti requested more tifie for his committee on the request of'-a
Dance License for Tonkins Cafe and Turf Room.
Councilman Bruce requested more time for his Committee on the County Commissioner's
recommendation that the City of Renton annex the property formerly used by the
County as a Gravel*Pit.
Mayor Baxter stated that he had been asked to have certain streets in Renton, which
have been designated as the official route that General MacArthur will travel
through Renton, cleared, namely 3rd from Rainier Avenue to Wells Street; Wells
Street from 3rd to 2nd Avenue; and 2nd Avenue from Wells Street to Rainier Avenue,
between 4 and 5 P.M.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Delaurenti, that the Chief of Police and Police Depart-
ment be authorized to clear the certain streets in Renton, designated as the
official route that General MacArthur will travel through Renton on Wednesday,
November 14th, from 4:00 P.M., until such time as the procession has passed.
On the recommendation of Councilman Reid, moved by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant,
that the Light & Power Committee be authorized to investigate and report back the
cost of lead conduit for 17 light standards to be placed _on_ 2nd Avenue from Logan
Street to Rainier Avenue. Carried.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the matter of installation of 19
lights on the wooden poles now located on the Dunlap Canyon hoad (also known as
the Sunset Highway) at a cost of approximately $2500.00 be referred to the Light
& Power Vommittee to investigate and report back. Carried.
Mayor Baxter reported that he had received several calls in regard to additional
lights in the area of the Renton Library.
On the recommendation of Councilman Reid, moved by Tamborini, seconded by Reid,
that the matter of paving 25 to 30 feet on the northwest corner of the shoulder
adjacent to the Northern Pacific Railroad tracks on Burnett Street at Walla Walla
Avenue, to enable the motorists to execute this corner more safely, be referred
to the Street & Alley Committee for a report back. Carried.
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Councilman Reid reported that his Committee would report as to the Puget Sound
Power and Light Companyts pump contract at the next Council meeting.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Trimm, that the meeting be adjourned.. Carried. Meeting
adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
Dorothea S. Gossett
Deputy City Clerk
Mayor
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Renton, Washington
November 20, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FRrYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN, T RIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS & DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attorney;
Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer and Deputy City
Clerk; James Highton, City Engineer; Dave Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities; Gene
Coulon, Park Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager and Elton Alexander, r
Budget Director. (Wiley Crook was reported ill; Floyd Lawrence was reported at
another meeting and Walt Will was reported on Leave of Absence.)
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of November
13, 1951 be approved as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from the Renton Park Board, signed by Lon Tackett, Nando
Phillips and Rev. G.W.J.Ha rtzel, submitting two proposals, approved and passed by
the Park Board as follows: (1) To submit a call for bids for one motor tractor and
(2) to negotiate for the purchase of one three-gang mower unit.
The proposal of the Park Board to negotiate for the purchase of one Worthington
Ranger triple gang mower, composed of 3 cutting units was read. The equipment to
be acquired on a monthly rental basis with the rental to apply on the purchase
price, which is listed as $1205.00. Also, that after a thorough investigation of
this type of equipment, the Park Board feels that the Worthington equipment is the
most suitable for Park Department needs.
The Park Superintendent explained that the three-gang mower unit could be pur-
chased on a rental basis by applying a certain portion of the total cost of the
mower unit from the balance in the Park Department 1951 budgeted Capital Outlay
Fund and the balance from the 1952 Park Department budgeted Capital Outlay Fund;
that the Capital Outlay Fund of the Park Department did not have sufficient funds
remaining to purchase both the motor tractor and the mower unit, both pieces of
equipment being urgently needed by the Park Department; that the Park Board re-
commended that a call for bids be published for one motor tractor.
The Budget Controller informed the Council that a call for bids could. be pub-
lished for the mower unit and the expense of the mower paid from the Shop Fund.
Capital Outlay; that the Park Board could then acquire the mower on a, rental basis
from the Shop Fund.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Park Board.
After considerable discussion as to other means of acquiring the moweir, Council-
man Richardson, with the consent of his second withdrew his motion.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the two proposals, submitted by the
Park Board, be referred to the Auditing Committee for their recommendation and a
report back next meeting. Carried.
A communication was read from Mrs. Ray Jpurgeon, Rt. 2, Box 815, Kent, Washington,
for permission to sell wood fibre flower corsages in the clubs and taverns in
Renton until January 1, 1952. The corsages are made by Mrs. Spurgeon.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Hansen, that this request be referred to the Police &
License Committee and Chief of Police with power to act. Carried.
A communication was read from James Zerwoodis, owner of the building leased by
the Ashley-Goodman Furniture Store, stating vehicles passing on the roadway, ad-
jacent to this building, caused pebbles to be thrown against the plate glass
window breaking the windows; that the broken windows have been replaced many times.
Mr. Zerwoodis further stated that if the City would furnish the labor and equipment
to lay the surface asphalt, he would pay for the asphalt required to pave the
area in front of the store.
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The Superintendent of Utilities stated that in his opinion there was a division
of responsibility; that the entrance to the Cemetery Road, which is City of Renton
property, contained rock and gravel and that it was the responsibility of the City
to keep City of Renton streets clean, also, it is the responsibility of the City
of Renton to keep streets with curbs clean, even though they are designated as State
Highways through the City of Renton.
Councilman Richardson requested that the King County Commissioners and the King County
Road Foreman be notified that overloaded gravel trucks, from the King County gravel
pit caused considerable gravel to be spilled on certain streets in Renton.
Moved by Bruce; seconded by Richardson, that this communication be forwarded to the
Street and Alley Committee, Street Commissioner and City Engineer to report back their
... recommendation. Carried.
A request for permission to sell Christmas trees from December 10th to December 24th
midnight,inclusive was read from W. L. Greenfield, Rt. 3, at the 3 following
locations: (1) rear of Cochran Hardware, 2nd Avenue and Williams Street (2) 'at the
southeast corner of the intersection of Williams Street and Walla Walla Avenue and
(3) 13403 Rainier Avenue, just west of the intersection of 2nd Avenue with Rainier
Avenue.
The Chief of Police informed the Council trat he had been notified of this request
and had been unable to find any Ordinance governing same where the seller is operat—
ing on private property.
Moved by Tamboriri, seconded by Richardson, that Mr. Greenfield be notified to apply
to the Building Department for a "Certificate of Occupancy" which is to be issued
under the supervision of the Police Department. Carried.
A communication was read from Opal Chadwick, Secretary of the Renton Central Labor
Council enclosing copies of letters received from Senators and Representatives in
Washington, 'D. C., to inform the Mayor and Council as to progress made by the Renton
Central Labor Council in trying to obtain compensation in lieu of taxes caused by
the Federal Government's removal of the Boeing "Airplane Company and the New Foundry
at the Pacific Car and Foundry Company from the tax rolls. Acknowledgement of the
Central Labor Councilts Resolution to this effect were attached from Harry P. Cain
and Warren G. Magnuson, U.G. Senators and Hugh B. Mitchell and Henry M. Jackson,
�— U. S. Representatives together with a copy of a letter signed by Hugh B. Mitchell,
U. S. Representative to Chairman John R. Murdock of the Interior and Insular Affairs
Committee concerning the passage of Mr. Murdock's bill, H. R. 5223, proposed legis—
lation to rectify the above stated conditions.
Mayor Baxter requested that the communications be referred to the Legislation
Committee for their information.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that Mr. John Nordmark,
Research Director of the King County Planning Commission requested a joint meeting
with the City Council and City Planning Commission on November 28, the regular
Planning Commission's meetings for a preliminary discussion of the survey now being
made for the City of Renton. It is planned to incorporate the ideas and opinions
of the two City groups into the planning while still in the preliminary phase. This
meeting is important to future planning and Mir. Nordmark urges all attend:
All Councilmen are to be notified of this meeting and the communication filed.
A communication was read from Harold Jordan of the Yellow Cab and Jordan Cab Company
and G. E. Sylvia of Cliff's Radio Cab Company requesting that the present Ordinance
governing Taxicabs be amended to make it compulsory that meters be installed in
all taxicabs; that the meters be checked periodically to see that all meters register
the same.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Reid, that the communication be referred to the Police
and License Committee. Carried.
A communication was read from Harold Jordan of the Yellow and Jordan Cab Company,
G. E. Sylvia of Cliff's Radio Cabs, W. J. Thompson, O.K. Cab Company and Calvin D.
Davis of the Highland Cab Company requesting limitation of the number of licensed
cab companies in Renton; that all dropped licenses be reinstated before new licenses
are issued and no new licenses be granted until the population of Renton has doubled.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the communication be referred to the
Police and License Committee and Chief of Police. Carried.
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A communication was read from E. W. Shekter of the Service Laundry and Dry
Cleaners requesting permission to use space adjacent to their cleaning department
on Wells Street, under the sidewalk or parking strip to bury a 2000 gallon solvent
tank, properly installed. (The tank will contain a stoddart solvent, with a very
high flash point an- will cause no fire hazard.)
The City Engineer requested more time to investigate and study this request as it
may be necessary to use this area for future water mains.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that this request be referred to the
Fire Chief, Building Inspector and City Engineer with power to act. Carried.
A letter of acknowledgment was read from Payne Carr, President of the Seattle
Chamber of Commerce relative to the assistance given by their Washington, D.C., '
representative to Mr. Dobson and Mr. Humble on their recent visit and further
offering their facilities and assistance at any time. The communication was ordered
filed.
A progressive Christmas Decoration Plan for the streets in the City of Renton was
presented by the Junior Chamber of Commerce.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council support the Junior
Chamber of Commerce program. Carried.
A communication was read from Jack A. Waller, Secretary of the Washington State
Council of Fire Fighters stating the unanimous disapproval of the use of Fire
Fighters in Police Raids and enclosing a copy of a similar letter written to the
Tacoma City Council. The communication was ordered filed.
As, this was the date set for the hearing on the Final Assessment Roll for the im—
provement of the alley in block 17, Renton Highlands Addition to Renton, the
following protests were read& Mrs. & Mrs. Leonard Devine, Mr. & Mrs. Robert
Howard, Mr. & Mrs. John "ynes, Mr. & Mrs. G. E. Schwendeman, Mr. & Mrs. Willis
Propst and Mr. & Mrs. James Ramsey.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Delaurenti, that the protests be referred to the
City Attorney and City Engineer to investigate and report back. Carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on the proposed garbage ordinance re-
lating to the public health and sanitation, providing for the estahlishment,
maintenance and operation of a compulsory system of garbage and refuse: collection
and its disposal; as the proposed ordinance was introduced and placed on its
first reading at the last Council meeting, the Ordinance Committee further re—
commended its second and final reading and passage.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Bruce, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee. Carried.
After the second and final reading of the proposed Garbage Ordinance moved by
Trimm, seconded by Richardson, that ordinance No. 11.16 be adopted as read. A roll
call vote being taken and all 12 Councilmen voting "Aye", the motion unanimously
carried.
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on the proposed Ordinance adopting a
schedule of charges for services rendered in the removal of garbage, refuse and '
swill as directed by Ordinance No. 1416, and recommended its passage.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee.
Mayor Baxter asked Councilman Reid, President of the Council to take the chair,
as he wished to speak on the proposed ordinance adopting a schedule of charges
for services rendered in the removal of garbage, etc. .�
Councilman Reid assumed the Mayors chair.
Mayor Baxter stated that in his opinion the proposed ordinance allowed, too much
spread in the different amount of garbage cans and bulk pick—up from business
firms and commercial enterprises in the various groups; that there was no limi—
tation on the amount of pick—up from residential areas — — that there would be
times when there was an excessive amount of garbage to pick up and the garbage
collectors would not be prepared to make the additional pick—ups, nor would they
have the space to take care of the additional garbage, refuse, etc., or the time
to make such an additional pick-up. The Mayor stated that he could not approve
of the ordinance as it was written and had not submitted his corrections and im-
provements before as he had not seen a copy of the proposed ordinance until the
November 13th meeting and had just received the figures from the Engineering Depart-
ment on which to base his recommendations. That under (B), Collection from business
firms and commercial enterprises (1) Collection of 31 garbage cans or more, or
5 cubic yards or more bulk load per week from any one establishment shall be charged
at the rate of $25.00 per month. (2) Collection of not less than 21 garbage cans or
not more than 30 garbage cans, or not less than 3 cubic yards nor more than 5 cubic
yards bulk load per week shall be charged at the rate of $P20.W, per month. Mayor
Baxter further stated that the proposed ordinance, in his o.-)inion, should be placed
on a trial basis for a period of six months. Mayor Baxter presented his recommen-
dations on the remainder of the collection schedule for Council consideration.
The City Attorney informed the Council that an ordinance relating to Police powers
are not usually limited in time - that it is the duty of the council to repeal or
amend an Ordinance - that unless there was a very important reason to place an
Ordinance on a temporary basis, that an Ordinance is not limited in time.
After considerable discussion, Councilman Bruce, with the consent of his second,
Councilman Trimm, withdrew his motion that the Council concur in the report of the
Ordinance Committee.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the proposed ordinance adopting
a schedule of charges for services rendered in the removal of garbage, as corrected,
be referred to the Ordinance and Sanitation Committee, City Attorney, City Engineer,
Street Commissioner and the Mayor for consideration and a report back at the next
Council meeting. Carried.
The Police & License Committee recommended that a Dance Hall license be granted to
the Tonkins Cafe and Turf Room, provided all the conditions of Ordinance No. 1229
are complied with.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Police & License Committee. Carried.
Councilman Bruce reported that the Property Committee recommended when and if the
-- property owners present a proper position for annexation that the City of Renton
would look favorably upon the annexation of the County owned property, formerly
the site of the King County Gravel Pit.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Freyman, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Property Committee and that the King County Commissioners be notified that
the City of Renton would look favorably on the annexation if properly presented to
the City of Renton. Carried.
Councilman Dullahant reported that the Fire & Water Committee and City Engineer
recommended that the City of Renton does not accept the offer of the water service
in Earlington from Otto Sundholm.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Fire & Water Committee. Carried.
Councilman Reid reported that the Power & Light Committee and City Attorney re-
commended that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the Puget Sound tower
and Light "pump contract.*
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Richardson, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Committee. Carried,
Councilman Delaurenti reported that he had conferred with the Chief of Police in
regard to the advisability of the Police Department trading in their police cars
at this time, that the Police Chief would submit a definite recoraaendation in this
regard within the next month.
Councilman Reid, President of the Council, stated that the Committee of the Council
as a whole would delay holding a meeting to consider the possibility of trading
the two 1947 Chevrolet sedans in on the new police cars and allowing the Engineer-
ing Department to obtain the use of two of the police cars presently being used by
the Police Department, until the Chief of Police had submitted his recommendation.
On the report of Councilman Swift that heavy army vehicles be restricted to the use
of hard surface streets in Renton only, and the recommendation of the City Attorney
that the Police Department authorize the routes for said vehicles to tralrel through
the City of Renton, the Chief of Police informed the Council that the Army represen—
tatives had contacted his department before routing any convoys through the City of
Renton and that whenever possible, the Police Department does give instructions as to
the route Army vehicles should travel through the City of Renton.
Councilman Dullahant reported that the Fire & Water Committee recommended that the
cost of the installation of a 3/4 inch water connection, including fittings, be
raised to $50.00; that installations requiring over 40 feet of pipe be charged at
the rate of $50.00 plus the cost of additional pipe and labor for installation of
same. slow
Moved by Holm, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation of
the Fire & Water Committee. Carried.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that the recom:aendation of the Faire & Water
Committee be referred to the ordinance Committee. Carried.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Tamborini, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously presented by the Finance Committee were
presented.
I PAYR.OLIS ALL DEPARTMENTS 2818--2964 21,591.66
CLAIMS C10TIM 9931--36 878.10
CLAIMS WATER 853.0 18.00
CLAIMS PARK 1625 25.00
CLAIMS LIBRARY 2424-26 38.08
CLAIMS AIRPORT 1251 11.28.30
CLAIMS STREETS 6171 —
CLAIMS SEWER 21T —
CLAIMS FIREMEN'S PEN. FUND 70-71 2:50.00
CLAIM CIVILIAN DEFENSE 49 — -
Moved by hichardson, seconded by Reid, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried. The
meeting adjourned, at 10:00 P.M.
o�roothea , Gossett
Deputy City Clerk
Mayor
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Renton, Washington
November 27, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM. (Councilman Hagen was reported ill.)
OFFICIALS & DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attorney;
Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Dorothea Gossett, City
Treasurer and Deputy City Clerk; James Highton, City Engineer; Gene Coulon, Park
Superintendent; Jack Schneider, Airport Manager and Elton Alexander, Budget Con—
troller (David Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities was reported ill and Walt Will,
Building Inspector is on Leave of Absence.)
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the minutes of the meeting of November 20,
1951 be approved as corrected. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NO,,., AMOUNT NAME ADDIMS TYPE OF WORK
2996 $ 100.00 Umberto Barei 230 Main St. replace sidewalk
7 800.00 Dr. Keigwin 1010 2nd Ave blacktop Pk. lot
8 200.00 Earl Haynes 2423—B 7th Ave N. erect garage
9 60.00 Bill Minnerath 2106 9th Place build basement
3000 800.00 C. W. Rounds 12450 SE 141st erect carport
1 2250.00 Louise Burger 1525 3rd Ave N. install roof
2 350.00 Hanford Reed 613 Smithers St. erect garage
3 300.00 Knights of Pythias 127 Burnett St. remodel Hall
4 2500.00 Mike Dietz 213 Wells St. remodel bldg.
5 400.00 E. J. Galvin 13405 89th South remodel resdnce.
6 100.00 Ron Pratt's Florist 410 3rd Ave. install entrance
7 50.00 Guy Pierce 535 Pelly St, erect chimney
A communication was read from James C. Coombs, Commander of the Frank R. Vaise Post
No. 1263, Veterans of Foreign Wars, requesting permission to build an addition on
their present building.
On the recommendation of the City Engineer, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by
Freyman, as this building is located in a reasidential area, that the request be
referred to the Planning Commission for their recommendation and a report back.
Carried.
A request to sell novelty Xmas flowers, fashioned from feathers, in Denton during the
Xmas season was read from Daniel Sizemore of Rt. 1, Box 126, Manle Valley. The
flowers will be sold by Virginia Nickell, his daughter and all proceeds from the sale
of same will go to Mr. Sizemore, who is an honorably discharged veteran, with 100%
disability, from injuries received in the First World War.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by ireyman, that the City Council grant Mr. Sizemore
his request. Carried.
A communication was read from Lon Tackett, Nando Phillips and Rev. G. W. Hartzel of
the Renton Park Board enclosing two proposals, which had been considered and un—
animously approved at the November 17th meeting of the Park Board. (1) To submit a
"Call for Bids" for one motor tractor and (2) To submit a "Call for Bids" for one
triple gang mower unit.
Councilman Holm, Chairman of the Auditing and Accounting Commitee reported that
his committee had investigated the Park Board's request and that the City Attorney
had informed him that it would be possible to obtain the triple gang mower unit by
means of publishing a "Call for Bids" for same; that a part of the cost could be
paid for from funds on hand (in the Park Department's Capital Outlay Fund) this year,
and enter into a contract with the successful bidder, so that the balance of the
cost of the mower could be paid for from funds allocated in the 1952 budget. The
bidders are to be informed that payment will be made to the successful bidder,
according to the terms of a contract to be approved by the City Attorney, the balance
to be paid as soon as possible after January 1, 1952.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by r'reyman, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Auditing & Accounting Committee, and that the mower be purchased by the
method of a "Call for Bids" rather than on a rental basis .., Carried.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the City of Renton publish a
"Call for Bids" for both the motor tractor and the triple gang mower unit for the
Park Board and the date for the opening of bids, for both pieces of equipment, be
set as December 11, 1951. Carried.
Mayor Baxter introduced Mr. Nicholas Maffeo, who had been appointed by the Comm—
ittee on Italian Flood Relief, as Coordinator for the Cities of Seattle, Renton and
Kent. Mr. Maffeo told of articles previously appearing in the Seattle papers and
told of the disastrous flood conditions throughout the Republic of Italy; that
there were more than 300,000 persons homeless and the floods had caused excessive
property damage in the sum of over 4100,000.000. Mr. Maffeo further stated that
food and clothing donations could be left at any Fire Station and cash contribu—
tions could be sent to the Italian Consul in Seattle. Mr. idaffeo thanked the
Mayor and Councilmen for the privilege of speaking at the Council meeting.
Deputy City Clerk, dorothea Gossett, read proposed Resolution No. 827, in regard
to the plight and distress of the people of the republic of Italy who have been
recently struck by disastrous floods rendering more than 300,000 persons homeless
throughout the Republic o f Italy and causing excessive property damage, which
has been brought before the Council for consideration, that the City Council re—
solve that the Mayor issue an appeal through all the existing media to the people
of the City of Renton urging that they come to the assistance of the suffering
and stricken people of Italy by extending a helping hand to them in their dis—
tress by way of contributing food, clothing or cash donations.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Clerk cast a unanimous ballot in
favor of Resolution No. 827 and the proper notification of same be published.
Carried.
Deputy City Clerk Dorothea Gossett cast a unanimous ballot in favor of Resolution
No. 827.
Mr. White from the audience, stated that he was a property owner on Renton Scenic
Hill and that he would like to protest the opening of an alley which would be
within 5 feet of his back porch steps; that the contractor, Mr. Collander, who
is building another home on the adjacent property to the south, had :indicated
that he intends to improve the alley in the rear of the two homes, to make it more
passable for the prospective owner of the new home to the south of his property;
that at the time he purchased his home, the heal Estate dealer had indicated that
this was an unimproved alley and would probably remain as such and for the
following reasons he would like to request that the Council prevent the improve—
ment of subject alley: (1) Damage to the value of his property, (2) not needed
by the City of Renton for utility traffic, (3) That there is a front entrance to
the property in question, and it is not necessary to use the alley as a driveway.
Councilman Richardson informed Mr. White that it would require a petition, signed
by the property owners abutting the alley, to be presented to the Council, to
authorize the improvement of same. Mr. White stated that he understood that the
alley was dedicated to the City of Renton. Mr. Collander, the contractor, stated
from the audience, that the alley is shown on the map as a platted and dedicated
alley; that the building is on the east Side of the alley — — that Mr. White's
deed to his property does not include the portion of ground platted as an alley
and that when he, Mr. Collander, purchased the property, the map showed very
clearly that there was an alley at the location as shown, which was deeded to
the City of Renton. Mr. Burns, the purchaser of the new home, stated that he had
signed the contract and entered into an agreement for the purchase of the home
under the assumption that the alley adjacent to this property was a dedicated
and legal alley.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the matter be referred to the Street
and Alley Committee, City Attorney and City Engineer for investigation and a
discussion with Mr. White, Mr. Collander and Mr. Burns, and a report back this
evening. Carried.
On the recommendation of Councilman Swift, Mayor Baxter declared a recess. After
the recess the meeting wAs called to order by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, D ELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN., TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
Mayor Baxter5tated that he had received a communication in regard to flourida.tion
of the water.
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Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Richardson, that the communication be referred
to the Fire & Water Committee for investigation and a report back. Carried.
The Clerk read the call for bids to be published for 1952 requirements for the City
of Renton for (1) Liquid Chlorine, (2) Gasoline and (3) for the publication of
legals for 1952.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the three "Call for bids" read be
published on November 29 and December 6th and the bids be opened and read on the
11th of December. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that his committee had two ordinances to present —one authorizing the change in the cost in the installation of water connections as
recommended by the Fire & Water Committee, and the other was the proposed ordinance
adopting a schedule of charges for services rendered in the removal of garbage, re—
fuse and swill, as referred back to the Ordinance and Sanitation Committees, City
Attorney, City Engineer, Street Commissioner and Mayor at the last Council meeting.
The Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. 1418 as presented by the Ordinance Committee,
amending Ordinance No. 855 as heretofore amended, relating to the rates for water
service.
Moved by Hansen, seconded by Trimm, that proposed Ordinance No. 1418 be referred
to the Ordinance Committee.
The majority of the Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed ordinance
No. 141.8 and recommended its passage.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the Ordinance Committee and proposed Ordinance No. 1,.18 be placed on its second
and final reading. Carried.
Councilman Tamboriri reported that he could not vote favorably on the proposed
Ordinance as he did not feel that property owners on the far side of the street where
the water main was installed, should be penalized the difference between 40 feet and
the actual distance their installation was from the water main, in cases where there
was a greater distance than 40 feet for the installation of same.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Richardson, seconded by
Dullahant, that proposed Ordinance No. 1418 be adopted as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye; Delaurenta., Aye; Richardson, Aye;
Swift, Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, Aye; Trimm, Aye; Tamborini, No ;
Dullahant, Aye and Holm, Aye. There being 10 "Aye's" and 1 "Noll, the motion carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that it was after a very thorough consideration of all
rates shown in the proposed Ordina.nce.adopting a schedule of charges for services
rendered in the removal of garbage, that his Committee would like to present pro—
posed Ordinance No. 1117. Councilman Richardson asked that a communication from the
Slavic American Club, that he had received at the meeting on Monday night, be read,
that this communication had been referred to the committee.
A communication was read from Anna Laush, Secretary of the Slavic.—American Club
stating that at their regular meeting of November 25th, that their club vigorously
opposed the proposed garbage collection charge — that they feel it imposes a burden
on the small home owner.
The Clerk read proposed ordinance No. 1,.17 adopting a schedule of charges for services
rendered in the removal of garbage, refuse, swill as directed by Ordinance No. 1 .16;
providing classifications for same; and for appeals from determinations made by the
Street commissioner.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Hansen, that proposed Ordinance No. 1417 be referred
to the Ordinance Committee.
Councilman Richardson reported that the majority of the Ordinance Committee re—
ported favorably on the proposed Ordinance and recommended that it be placed on its
second and final reading.
Moved by Trimm,_ seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommendation
of the ordinance Committee and proposed Ordinance No. 1417 be placed on its second
and final reading.
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After the second and final reading, moved by Bruce, seconded by Holm, that pro-
posed ordinance No. 1417 be adopted as read.
A roll call vote being taken, and all eleven Councilmen present voting "Ayg, the
motion unanimously carried.
The City Engineer requested more time to report on the protests on the Final
Assessment Roll of the improvement of the Alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands
Addition to Renton.
Councilman Swift reported that his Committee had considered the proposal to widen
the right side of the Sunset Highway, going east,at the 7th Avenue North inter-
section with the Sunset Highway, also the entrance to the Highlands, and that the
City Engineer was going to investigate the width of the right-of-way remaining,
to see if the City Has enough property to construct an extra lane; that the
committee has the concurrence of the Chief of Police. The proposed lane would permit
a "free" right turn into the Highlands when the tra fic is faced with the red
signal light.
Councilman Swift reported that his Committee, the City Engineer and City .Attorney
had met at a special recessed meeting this evening to discuss with the 3 gentle-
men from the audience, the verbal request as stated by Mr. White, in regard to
the proposed improvement of an alley on Renton Scenic Hill and that the Committee
had asked the gentlemen present to endeavor to settle the matter amicably. If
this matter cannot be settled amicably, the property owners may petition for the
right to improve a portion of the alley.
Councilman Reid reported that he had received a request for two incandescent lights
on E Street with the Sunset Highway, from the Highlands Community Club.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that this matter be referred. to the Light
and Power Committee to investigate andieport back. Carried.
Councilman Reid requested that the Council as a whole meet immediately after the
Council meeting in regard to a Light & Power report.
Councilman Holm requested a meeting of the Auditing= and Accounting Committee on
Tuesday, December 4, 1951 at 7:00 P.M.
Mayor Baxter suggested, that as it is not always necessary for Department Heads
to be present at Council meetings, he thought it would be a good idea if they be
permitted to attend when it is convenient for them to do so, except when they are
specifically requested to be present to furnish the Council with certain infor-
mation
nformation on subjects concerning their work or department, with the exception of the
City Attorney, or his assistant, and the City Clerk. The Budget Controller to be
present when he presents his monthly report.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Hansen, that the Department Heads be required to attend
only one meeting a month, except when necessary in connection with work of their
department. On the question, Councilman Swift stated that it would be appreciated
if the Department Heads would make an effort to attend Council meetings whenever
possible. The motion carried.
The Police Chief and Fire Chief thanked the Mayor and Council for their consider-
ation.
Councilman Swift reported that the curtains on the Treasurer's Office door needed
replacing.
The City Treasurer called the Mayor and Councilts attention to the large pick-up
mail box that Po::>tmaster John Lotto had placed in the entrance to the City Hall
for the convenience of the City Hall Offices and the public.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting adjourn. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 o'clock.
LDorothea 5. Gossett
Deputy City Clerk
Mayor
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Renton, Wash
December 4. 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order at 8:00 P.M.,
by Mayor Joe R. Baxter.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, SWIFT, RICHARDSON, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN,
TRIMM, TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLI4.
OFFICIALS & DDPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard ShelJan, Assistant City Attor-
ney; Wiley Crook, City Clerk; Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Highton, City
Engineer; Dave Pugh, Street Commissioner and Gene Coulon, Park Superintendent.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of November 282
1951 be approved as written. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that the six protests re-
ceived against the improvement of the alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition
amounted to 29.3 percent of the final cost; that the protests concerned the deval-
uation of property and lack of benefit derived from the improvement, and in no case
did the protests contend that the assessment was too high.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Swift, that the Assessment Roll on L. I. D., #238
be approved as submitted and that an Ordinance be drafted adopting same. Carried.
A communication was read from Mayor Baxter, stating on the recommendation of the
Civil Service Commission and Fire Chief Lawrence, he appointed Karl Strom, who had
served his six months probationary period satisfactorily, as a regular fireman,
to become effective immediately.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman, that the Uouncil concur in the appo_.ntment.
Carried.
A letter of thanks was read from Joe Hall, Street Decoration Chairman, from the
Renton Junior Chamber of Commerce for the City's contribution. The communication
was ordered filed.
A communication was read from G. E. Rosenwald, Jr., Vice-President of the Dulien
Steel Products, Inc., requesting arrangements be made for small truck load suppliers
to acquire scrap steel from City dumps. A copy of the City Engineer's answer to
this inquiry was read, informing the Dulien Steel Company that the City of Renton
is conducting its own salvage operation in line with Governor Langlie's request
for salvage of critical materials. The communications were ordered filed.
A letter of thanks was read from Alvaro Vito Beltran, Vice Consul of Italy, for
the assistance of the City of Renton in regard to their request for flood relief
on November 27th. The communication was ordered filed.
A communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning
Commission recommending that the Council act favorably on the petition of Frank
R. Vaise Post No. 1263, V.F.W., providing the petitioner submit a petition from
the adjacent and surrounding property owners, showing they were in favor of allow-
ing the addition to this building.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recorun.en-
dation of the Planning Commission and the petitioner be so notified. Carried.
A second communication was read from C. G. Myers, Secretary of the Renton Planning
Commission, stating that the Planning Commission wished to postpone making their
recommendations in regard to the petition of Richard N. Jardine to build and
.� operate a trailer camp on his property, until they receive a report from the County
and City Health Department and State Highway Department and to study the possibi-
lities of the formation of a sewer district; that they will inform the Council of
their recommendations at the earliest possible date.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council concur in the recom-
mendation of the Planning Commission and the petitioner be so notified. Carried.
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A communication was read from Mrs. David Asplund, Secretary of the Renton Ht_gh-
lands Community Club in regard to the installation of a street light at the inter-
section of the Sunset Highway and E. Street, stating they are in favor of this in-
stallation.
Councilman Reid stated that he would make his report later.
A communication was read from S. A. Collender of the S.A. Collender Company, re-
questing permission to grade and gravel that portion of the dedicated alley between
the existing sidewalk on Beacon Avenue and the southerly line of Lot 20 in Block 2
of Morgan's Grandview Addition as shown and dedicated on Plat and recorded in Vol.
18 of Plats, Page 74, records of King County. The grading and graveling to conform
to grade as determined by the existing sidewalk on Beacon Avenue, the adjacent sewer ..r
manhole and specifications of the City of Renton. The expense of the improvement
is to be borne by S. A. Collender Company.
Mr. Collender, from the audience, stated that the alley in question being a dedi-
cated alley, there is no readon why the property owners cannot have the use of the
alley.
The City Attorney stated that the dedication of an alley is not sufficient to pro-
ceed now in this matter - - that there must be a certain period of time that an
alley is used as an open- and public alley - - that the first task for the Council is
to determine if the alley had ever been improved and/or been used openly by the
public so as to constitute a public alley, but could revert to the grantors through
non-use.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Hansen, that the communication be referred to the Street
and Alley Committee for a report back. Carried.
The City Clerk read proposed Resolution No. 828 as- presented by the Ordinance
Committee, authorizing acquisition of the hangar on the City Airport property from
the Veterans Air Service, Inc., terminating the lease on premises thereof, and there-
with termination of lease.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Council adopt proposed Resolution
No. 828 as read. Carried.
Councilman Delaurenti asked that the City Clerk direct a communication to all taxi-
cab owners in Renton requesting that they attend a special meeting with the Police
and License Committee on Tuesday, December 11th at 7:00 P.M., in the Council
Chambers. The City Attorney and Chief of Police are also requested to attend this
meeting.
Councilman Reid reported that the Light and Power Committee recommended that two
incandescent lights be installed on E. Street in the Renton Highlands Addition and
one Mercury Vapor light at the intersection of E. Street with Sunset Highway.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the Council approve the recommendation
of the Light & Power Committee and the lights be installed. Carried.
Councilman Holm requested that the City Treasurer and City Engineer meet with the
Auditing and Accounting Committee at a special meeting on Tuesday, December 11th
at 7:00 P.M.
Councilman Holm further stated that the Auditing and Accounting Committee had been
giving consideration to a problem that arose during the time the Council was gather-
ing information for the compilation of the 1952 City of Renton Budget - that his
Committee had requested information from the Public Administrative Services, a non-
profit organization of the Association of Washington Cities office at the Univer-
sity of Washington - that this request was made on a personal basis and that his
committee had received two communications from this office in answer to the in-
quiry - - one letter outlining the proposed job classification survey and the other
giving the cost of such a survey. Councilman Holm stated that his committee did
not recommend such a survey be made, but wished to present this proposition for
Council consideration as a possible solution to the problem.
On the recommendation of Mayor Baxter, the City Clerk read both communications.
The first commmunication from Mr. Herbert A. Olsen, the Western Representative, out-
lined a detailed plan for reclassification of jobs and/or positions in the oper-
ation of a City.
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The second letter stated that a proposed survey, based on 125 employees, would
cost approximately $1300.00 and that if the Council so desired, they would sub-
mit a definite proposal or contract for the Councils consideration.
Mayor Baxter stated, that in his opinion, the Council should decide whether they
wanted a survey made or not.
-After considerable discussion, it was moved by Tamborini, seconded by Swift, that
the matter be left with the Auditing and Accounting Committee for further study.
On the question, the Auditing and Accounting Committee members stated they under-
stood that the Council desired more information before consideration of this
proposal, and that the committee would investigate further and make a report on
their findings. The motion carried.
Moved by Bruce, seconded by H ansen, that the Department Heads be requested to
make a survey of the jobs and/or positions in their departments and if they feel
that a reclassification should be made, that the Department Heads submit their
recommendations.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, No; Delaurenti, No; Richardson,
No; Swift, Yes; Bruce, Yes; Freyman, Yes; Hansen, Yes; Hagen, No; Trimm, No;
Tamborini, No; Dullahant, No and Holm, No. There being 4 "Aye's" and 8 "Nola"
the motion lost.
Councilman Holm further stated that his committee recommends that correspondence
coming to the City, if possible, be immediately referred to the appropriate
Council Committee or department head to expedite action. Councilman Richardson
stated that correspondence relating to particular problems that would be referred
to the Planning Commission for their recommendation, if received later than the
Council meeting just preceding the regular Planning Commission meetings, which
are held on the last Wednesdays of each month, it would expedite these matters
to have copies furnished the Planning Commission as soon as possible.
Mayor Baxter stated, that quite often the correspondence is addressed to the Mayor
and City council and that in his opinion it would be the Mayor's prerogative to
refer copies of communications to the proper committees or to call special meet-
ings,
Councilman Delaurenti stated that if the 6ity Clerks Office personnel continued
to submit copies of correspondence to the different committees or department heads
as they are doing at the present time, that this problem would be satisfactorily
solved.
Councilman Holm stated that his committee further recommended that matters re-
ferred to committees of the Council be directed in witing to the Chairmen of the
Committees only and the Committee Chairman could contact the Department Heads or
Officials who are needed for consideration of the question or problem referred to
them.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Reid, that the Council concur in the recommen-
dation of the Committee. Carried.
Councilman Richardson stated that the Fire & Water Committee and Light and Power
Committee had met on Thursday evening, November 29th and had been given a plan for
a survey for improving the water and sewer system of Renton in regard to financing
by issuing of bonds. The committee felt that the enlarging of the Disposal Plant
and the extending of the trunk sewer line to the bottom of the Earlington Hill,
to join on to the proposed Earlington Sewer system could be included in the
financing program. Councilman Richardson further stated that the committee felt
this matter should be referred to a specific committee to investigate and study
this proposal and report back to the Council.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the plan be referred to the Fire
and Water Co--mittee and Ways & Means Committee for investigation and a report
back. Carried.
Councilman Reid reported that the Renton Housing Authority Board had requested a
meeting with the Council as a whole at the earliest possible date.
Mayor Baxter stated that it would be necessary to meet in the Administration
Building at the Cedar River Park Housing Project, as there were certain pieces of
equipment on display there that it was necessary that the Councilmen see.
To enable the Council as a whole to meet with the Cedar River Housing Project
Board, immediately after the Council meeting, it was moved by Reid, seconded by
Richardson, that the Council meeting on December 11, 1951 be closed at. 9:00 P.M.
Carried.
Councilman Swift requested a meeting of the Street and Alley Committee together
with the City Engineer and City Attorney on Monday, December 10, 1951 at 7:30 P.M.
Moved by Trimm, seconded by Reid that all bills approved by the Finance Committee ..r.
be allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance Committee were
presented:
PAYTOI.LS ALL DEPARTMENTS $142381.61 - 2965-3086
CLAIMS 0UP.I?ENT 22046.40 9937-9984
CLAIMS WATER 3,748.58 8511-8522
CLAIMS PARK 82.4.4 1626-1631
CLAIMS LIBRARY 458. 83 2427-2439
CLAI14S AIRPORT 12308.10 1252-1264
CLAIMS CITY STREETS 11117.86 6172-6180
CLAIMS SEWER DISPOSAL 11073.30 2158-2.167
CLAIMS ATHLETIC 623.00 595-597
CLAIMS FIFtE11ENIS PEN FUND. 250.00 72-73
CLAIMS CIVILIAN DEFENSE FUND 459.35 401—+05
CLAIMS CUM. FUND #1182 361.90 45-49
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
C y Clerk
Mayor
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Renton, Washington
December 11, 1951
The regular meeting of the Penton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN, HAGEN,,
TRIMM, TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Asst. City Attorney,
Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Wiley Crook, City Clerk;
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Dorothea Gossett, City Treasurer; James Fighton, City Engineer and Gene Coulon,
Park Superintendent. (Jack Schneider, Airport Manager, was reported detained at a
meeting pertaining to the work of his Department.)
Moved by Bruce, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the meeting of December 4,
1951 be approved as corrected. Carried.
APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PE12,1ITS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT
N0, AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS TYPE OF WORK
3008 100.00 Ivan_Deeds 501 Bronson Way N. siding on house
9 300.00 Sears, Roebuck & Co. 911 3rd Avenue erect neon sign
10 100.00 Robert Standal 929 E. Street concrete driveway
1 400.00 Angelo Phillips 526 Second Ave. install canopy
2 50.00 Renton Lutheran Church Second and Whitworth erect overhand
3 100.00 Herman's Mobile Plumbing 14034. Rainier Ave install culvert
4 100.00 Lurie's Jewelry 3rd & Wells electric service
5 400.00 Varner Realty Co. 3rd & Walla Walla "' if
6 200.00 Renton Motor Parts 308 Main St. n n
7 600.00 Shane Apts. 5th & Morris
8 1000.00 Reid & Cook 210 Main St.
9 1200.00 Barei Building 909 2nd Ave
20 700.00 North Renton Clinic 1st N. & Pelly
1 1000.00 Yeigwin Clinic 1010 Second Ave.
2 100.00 Harry Martin 2020 Bronson Way
3 25.00 E. A. Shearer 406 Williams Break Curb
5 150.00 Mrs, Clara Vigoren 535 S. Wells St, addition on house
6 — John S. Bryne 5911 Langston Rd. install plumbing
7 600.00 Seattle Plywood 7th & Waterway erect building
8 100,00 Chas. Puckett 401 7th St. erect fence
9 400.00 Herman M. Nirschl 708 Cedar St. erect garage
A communication was read from Mrs. Charlotte Provin, President of the Renton Scenic
Hill Community Club, requesting that favorable consideration be given to the re—
routing of Eastbound intercity busses back on 3rd Avenue, because the present
routing of busses on 2nd Avenue is extremely inconvenient to residents of their
district as well as the Highlands residents. That also considering that the bus stop
in front of the Brewer furniture store is the only one on 2nd Avenue that offers
protection from the weather while waiting for busses, and requesting that at the
end of the 30 day trial period that the busses be rerouted eastbound on 3rd Avenue
as formerly routed.
On the recommendation of Councilman h chardson, moved by Reid, seconded by Freyman,
that the communication be referred to the Street & Alley Committee, together with
the balance of their committee which had recommended the temporary change in
routing. Carried.
Councilman Tamborini stated that in his opiniom, the former bus and truck "loading
and unloading zones" on 3rd Avenue should remain as is until the 30 day trial
period for the eastbound City busses to use 2nd .Avenue is completed; that he did
not believe that the City should erect the stands for the installation of meters
in these areas until the 30 day trial period was completed.
Councilman Swift informed the Council that the Committee had authorized the installa—
tion of these meters and as soon as the stands had set in the concrete a sufficient
time to make them solid, that the Street Department would install the meters.
Also, that some of the locations of truck "loading and .,.nloading" zones had been
changed to the end of the block.
Councilman Richardson informed the Council that the meters that were intended to be
installed on the standards were meters presently in stock.
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Mayor Baxter stated that the Street a d Alley Committee had been authorized to make
temporary changes they thought were necessary to alleviate traffic difficulties
and the committee had been given Dower to act in such cases.
Councilman Delaurenti stated that in his opinion, the Committee should not author-
ize installation of the meters on 3rd Avenue where the bus zones were until after
the 30 day tril period has been completed.
Councilman Richardson stated, that meters would be installed only in the vacated
truck and bus "loading and unloading" zones so that the public could legally use
said areas for parking during the holidays and until the end of the trial period
of change, and that the revenue the City can secure from the use of the parking
meters should more than offset the installation and removal of same, in case the
change did not prove to be satisfactory.
Councilman Holm inquired if the Committee had figures as to the cost of installing
the meters in these former truck and bus "loading and unloading" zones - that over
a 30 day period, it was possible to realize up to $30.00 per month in revenue from
the meters, and suggested that the Council request the Committee to either not
install. the standards, or to proceed to install the meters as soon as possible.
Councilman Richardson stated, that in his opinion, if the Council requested that
the meters be removed, that they should be removed, but that it would be to the
best interest of the public for the meters to be installed.
Councilman Tamborini stated, that in his opinion, if the busses were permanently
routed up 2nd Avenue and the truck and bus "loading and unloading" zones on 3rd
Avenue were vacated by Ordinance, that it would then be legal for the- meters to be
installed in the areas so vacated.
Councilman Richardson informed the Council that the Street Commissioner had not had
sufficient time to place the meters on the standards, that it was his- intention to
proceed with this program.
Upon request for information by Councilman Delaurenti, the City Engineer informed
the Council that it was the intention of the Street Commissioner to have these
meters installed on the standards as soon as the stands had become solid in the
cement bases.
Councilman Bruce stated, that in his opinion also, until such time as the buz zones
are permanently changed by Council action from "loading and unloading" zones to
metered zones, that the meters should not be installed, that as long as the trial
period was nearly over, the Committee should hold up the installation° of the nark-
ing meters.
Councilman Richardson informed the Council that the trial period was only in its
11th day.
Mayor Baxter stated, that in his opinionp the meters were being installed in viola-
tion of a City of Renton Ordinance and that the Council should not approve the
violation of City Ordinances and that parking meters should not be installed until
the passage of an Ordinance providing for same.
Councilman i'rimm stated, that a short while ago the Council gave the Street & Alley
Committee the power to reroute traffic over 4th Avenue and the people who parked
legally in areas, designated by the Traffic Division of the Police Department as
"No Parking Areas" were given tickets, and had paid the fines, and that this pro-
cedure was very similar to the action taken in rerouting bus routes from 3rd to 2nd
Avenue and the changing of parking regulations in connection with same.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the Committee was given power to reroute the
busses but were not authorized to install the meters.
Councilman Swift, in answer to an inquiry from Councilman Delaurenti, stated that
the Street & Alley Committee did not reroute the busses but that the Council
authorized same.
Councilman Tamborini stated, that in his opinion, the meters should be put in on
3rd Avenue in the former truck and bus "loading and unloading" zones, only after
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the 30 day trial period is over and the Council has acted favorably on this change.
Moved by Dullahant, seconded by Trimm, that the Council concur in the recommendation
Of the Street & Alley Committee that parking meters be installed in the former
truck and bus "loading and unloading" zones. A roll call vote being taken as follows:
Reid, Aye; Delaurenti, 9ye; Richardson, Aye; Swift, Aye; Bruce, No; Freyman, No;
Hansen, Aye; Hagen, Aye; Tamborini, No; Dullahant, Aye and Holm, Aye. There being
9 "Ayers" and 3 "Nols'i, the motion carried.
Councilman Tamborini stated that the Street Commissioner should have meters in—
stalled immediately on the standards, as in his opinion, it was not fair or right to
iss'de parking tickets to people illegally parking their cars in these areas.
now A communication was read from B. Van Auken, Secretary of the Renton Scenic Hill
Club thanking the Council and Street Department for work recently done on the streets
in the Renton Scenic Hill area, but that there is much that remains to be accom—
plished if the streets are to be maintained in a satisfactory manner this winter.
The Club Secretary further asked what could be done this year about their streets and
alleys; also, that the Council consider an ordinance restricting parking to one side
of Renton Street, as parking on both sides creates a driving hazard.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the communication be referred to the
Street and Alley Committee, Carried.
A communication was read from H. L. Clarke of the Clarke Transfer & Storage Company,
103 South Division Street, Auburn, in regard to the "C" Building, located in Mother's
Park and owned by the City of Renton. They request that the roof be repaired, the
building renovated, a wash basin and toilet installed in the building and an area
of 25 feet all around the building be allowed for driving or whatever facilities
they may need; they are walling to lease the building for two years, with an option
of three more, at a cost of $50.00 per month, starting on February 1, 1952.
Councilman Bruce informed the Council that Councilmen Freyman and Tamborini and
himself had inspected the building after Mr.. Clark had made a verbal request re—
garding same, recently and had requested that Mr. Clark contact the Council by
letter. Councilman Bruce further stated that on brief inspection, they had determined
that the roof needed repairing over the main portion of the building, that the City
Engineer could submit an estimate of the cost of repairing the roof and other needed
�. repairs and improvements.
The City Engineer reported that he had an estimate for the cost of repairing the
roof and stated that it would cost only a nominal amount to install the needed fix—
tures, since the City has the necessary fixtures in storage at the City Garage.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the matter be referred to the Property
Committee to obtain the total cost for repairing the roof and installing the fixtures
and report back. Carried.
A communication was read from J. E. Schneider, Airport Manager presenting a peti—
tion for the Council's attention, relative to the experimental turbine—test lab,
located in North Renton, which had been forwarded to him by Mr. Joe Princen,
Aviation Safety District Office, Boeing Field, Seattle, wh;_ch stated that Mrs.
Bitney would be present at the Council meeting to speak on the subject. The Clerk
read the attached petition which stated that the noise and sound waves emitted from
the Ram Jets being tested by the Boeing Airplane Company, near the Shuffleton Plant
in Renton, are detrimental to the health and mental attitude of the children, pets
and livestock in a portion of the South Seattle area, and asked the Council to in—
vestigate the possibility of its removal to a more suitable location. The petition
was signed by 37 individuals.
Mrs. Bitney, from the audience, stated that these sounds were like the roar of an
earthquake and seemed to come across the lake; that at Rainier Beach the earth and
homes shook more than in other areas.
Councilman Richardson stated that the Council had received a similar communication
about a year ago and they had been informed by the U.S. Air Force at that time that
this experimental turbine—test lab was established to conduct experiments at this
plant, and as it was an ideal location for same, the Government intended to con—
tinue their experiments as long as necessary.
Councilman Richardson informed Mrs. Bitney that it would be up to the U.S. Govern—
ment to determine if they could move the operation to a better or different location.
Councilman Tamborini informed Mrs. Bitney that the City of Renton has no control
over this operation, but that Boeing Airplane Company operates same for the U.S. Air
Force.
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Councilman Delaurenti stated that he understood that the Boeing Airplane `'ompany
was contemplating some measure to control this condition some time ago, that they
had changed the testing of the turbine-rami-jets from nights to daytime and if
this matter were referred back to them at this time, they might have devised some
solution to the problem.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by HanSen, that the petition be referred to the
proper authorities of the Boeing Airplane Company.
0n the recommendation of Councilman Holm, and with the consent of his second,
Councilman Richardson amended his motion to also include the Public Relations
Committee. The motion carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that an expert from the Air Force had admitted that the r
sound waves from the experimental turbine test lab carried as far as Redmond,
Mayor Baxter informed the petitioners present that they would be notified of any
definite decisions of the committee.
Councilman Delaurenti requested that a special member be included in the Committee
and that as Councilman Swift was an employee of the Boeing Airplane Company and
would know the executives to contact in this regard, that he be appointed on the
committee.
Mayor Baxter stated, with the consent of the Council, Councilman Swift would be
included in the Committee.
A communication was read from Mrs. J. C. Kirkman, President of the Renton Garden
Club requesting permission to sell Xmas greens and decorative accessories on
Friday, December 14th from noon until 9:00 P.M., -in front of the Shaw Drug Store,
218 Wells Street.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Bruce, that the request be granted under the super-
vision of the Police Department; that the Police Denartment see that there is no
traffic congestion over the street or sidewalk. Carried.
A communication was read from Ang. Busato, Chief of Police, recommending that an
outlet be made on Williams Street for outgoing traffic only from the Tradewell
parking lot, to correct the congested travel condition in the alley behind the
Tradewell store.
Councilman Swift stated that this matter had been considered at the last Street
& Alley Committee meeting and as the City had no jurisdiction over the parking
lot, which is private property, that they would like to give the matter further
study before makin- a report.
The City Engineer stated that he had contacted the Manager of the Tradewell Store
and had been informed that he was not against an exit on Williams Street but that
he was not in favor of an entrance on the west side of the parking lot.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the communication be referred to
the Street & Alley Committee for further study and a report back next meeting.
Carried.
The Clerk read an inquiry in regard to the City Council having a representative
on the Greater Renton Health Council, stating the accomnloshments of the Council
and their future plans.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Swift, that the Health Officer, or Assistant
Health Officer attend the next meeting of the Greater Renton Health Council on
December 17th at 8:00 P.M., in the Dining room of the New Renton Hospital.
On the recommendation of Councilman nichardson, Councilman Delaurenti, with the
consent of his second, included the Public Relations Committee in this represen-
tative group. The motion carried.
A communication was read from Chester Biesen, Executive Secretary of the Assoc-
iation of Washington Cities explaining the object and duties of the State Census
Board, as provided for by the 1951 State Legislature in regard to arriving at the
correct yearly census of the various cities and towns of the State of Washington
for the purpose of ascertaining the correct amount of allocations from the State
in regard to gasoline taxes, liquor taxes and motor vehicle excise taxes, a
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nortion of which is prorated to the different cities and towns of the State on a
per capita basis. The communication was ordered filed.
A letter of thanks was .read from Wally Clarke, Secretary* of the Lions Club, for the
cooperation and support extended in their White Elephant ,Sale; proceeds will be
used for Youth Activities in the Renton Area. The communication was ordered filed.
As this was the date set for the opening of the bids for the City of Rentonts gas-
oline needs for 195x, the following bids were read:
Standard Oil Company - Chevron Supreme Gasoline - $.235
Chevron Gasoline - .215
Union Oil Company - 7600 Gasoline - .23
76 Gasoline - .205
Richfield Oil Company Richfield Ethyl - .235
Hi-Octane - .215
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Trim% that the Council accept the lowest bid, and
the Union Oil Company be awarded the City of Renton's 1952 Gasoline Contract.
As this was the date set for the opening of bids for publication of legals for the
City of Renton, the following bids were read.
Renton Chronicle - $1.15 per column inch - first insertion.
1,05 " " 0 - each subsequent insertion.
Renton News Record 1.10 a n n - first insertion.
1.00 it " it - each subsequent insertion.
Moved by Swift, seconded by Tamborini, that the Council accept the lowest bid, and
the Renton News Record be awarded the City of Renton's 1952 Contract for publication
of legals.
There being no additional bids submitted for the furnishing of Chlorine for the City
of Renton for the year 1952 and the contract for chlorine requirements having been
r• received in November from the Hooker Electrochemical Company, and the City Clerk
informing the Council that the Pennsylvania. Salt Company had not received an in-
dividual announcement of this Call for Bids, it was moved by Richardson., seconded by
Hansen, that the contract furnished by the Hooker Electrochemical Company be held
pending notification to the Pennsylvania Salt Company and possible receipt of a
contract from their company. Carried.
This being the date set for the opening of bids for a tractor for the Park Depart-
ment, the Clerk read the only bid received from the 'Milson Equipment Company, Auburn,
Washington as follows:
(MCcormirk Deering Farmall) 1 - Super A. Tractor - 41586.00
State Sales Tax 47.58
Total - 16
The Park ,Superintendent informed the Council that the only reason he knew that there
was only one bid submitted, was that the Call for Bids stated that deliveiy must be
made by December 26th; also, that the tractor met the specifications of the Park
Department.
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Reid, as this was the only bid received and as the
tractor met their specifications, that the bi-d be accepted by the Council. Carried.
This also being the date set for the opening of bids for the 3 gang mower for the
Park Department, the Clerk read the only bid received from Ivan W. Lee 705 4th Ave.,
Seattle, as follows:
1 - 3-Gang Worthington Ranger Assembly, complete - $1205.00
Shipment will be made about December 15th. Payment will be accepted by the bidder,
as specified.
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The City Clerk informed the Council that a certified check or bid bond did not
accompany the bid from Ivan W. Lee.
The Park Superintendent informed the Council that this mower did meet, the Park
Department specifications and would work with the tractor just accepted by the
Council, as well as with various other types of tractors.
The City Attorney informed the Council that the fact that a certified check did
not accompany the bid may have been an oversight on the part of the bidder., that
the Council could waive the requirement if they so desired.
Councilman Richardson stated that the Ivan ?I. Lee Comnany was a very reputable
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Company. moi►
Moved by Holm, seconded by Richardson, that the bid of Ivan W. Lee be accepted
by the Council.
On the question Councilman Tamborini stated, in his opinion, the Company should
be notified by phone of their oversight or error. The motion carried.
Councilman Swift reported that his committee, together with the City Attorney and
City Engineer had considered the portion of alley that had been brought to the
Council's attention by Mr. White of Menton Scenic Hill as well as by the S. A.
Collender Company, and that the Committee had requested the City Engineer to
determine if this was a dedicated alley and if open for public use.
The City Engineer stated that he had determined from the title trust Company that
Mr. Nardine had dedicated the alley as a public thoroughfare on June 61 1910; if
not used as a public thoroughfare, it would revert back to the property owners —
that there was no time stipulation.
Councilman Swift stated that the Street & Alley Gommit.tee, together with the City
Attorney and City Engineer, had determined that since this property was an alley
and open for public use, it was proper for the Council to permit, the property
owners, whose property abuts the alley, to be allowed a hearing before the
Council on the subject.
The Street and Alley Committee recommended that a public hearing be held on the
proposition and that all abutting property owners should be allowed to express
their views as to the proper solution to the problem involved.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the Council concur in the recommen—
dation of the Committee and the date of hearing be set as December 18, 1951.
Carried.
The City Clerk will notify all abutting property owners of the hearing date of
December 18, 1951.
Mr. Lon Tackett, Chairman of the Park Board requested a short meeting with the
Finance Committee.
There will be a meeting of the Street & Alley Committee with the City Engineer on
Thursday December 13th at 7:30 P.M.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn. Carried. The
meeting adjourned at 9:05 P.M.
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Mayor
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Renton, Wash-.ngton
December 18, 1951
The regular meeting of the Renton City Council was called to order by Mayor Joe R.
Baxter at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL: REID, DELAURENTI, RICHARDSON, SWIFT, BRUCE, FREYMAN, HANSEN,, TRIMM,
TAMBORINI, DULLAHANT AND HOLM.
OFFICIALS ANT) DEPARTMENT HEADS PRESENT WERE: Gerard Shellan, Assistant City Attor-
ney; Angelo Busato, Police Chief; Floyd Lawrence, Fire Chief; Dorothea Gossett,
... City Treasurer and Deputy City Clerk; David Pugh, Superintendent of Utilities, Jack
Schneider, Airport 1�hnager and Elton Alexander, Budget Controller. (The City Clerk
and City Engineer were reported ill.)
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Hansen, that the minutes of the December 11th meet-
ing be approved as corrected. Carried.
A communication was read from the City Engineer stating that the Building Inspector
and Superintendent of Utilities had inspected the "C" Building at Mothers Park
during the heavy rain this morning, andthat no roof leaks were noted; that upon
occupancy it is planned to asphalt the roof this summer. An estimate of . 200.00 to
install requested plumbing fixtures was given.
Councilman Bruce informed the Council that the City Engineer had reported that the
roofs of all buildings at Mothers Park would have to be repaired this summer to keep
them in a. satisfactory condition.whether occupied or not.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Tamborini, that the communication be referred to
the Property Committee for their report later this evening. Carried.
A communication was read from A. F. Logan, Vice-President, Industrial Relations,
Boeing Airplane Company, Seattle, enclosing a copy of a letter which has been sent
to each of the signers of the petition which was read at the December 11th Council
meeting, soliciting the Council's aid in obtaining the removal of certain Boeing
test activities from the Shuffleton area, further stating that the location was not
a matter of choice to the Company, but was necessary because that plant is the only
one that can supply the necessary steam quantity; that they project involved is one
of the highest importance to the defense program and they have been directed to
proceed without delay; also assuring the Council that the Boeing Airplane Company
will endeavor to keep the disturbance to a minimum.
The attached letter from Mr. Logan to all the petitioners, stated its purpose was
to acquaint them with the reasons for the location of the test program at Shuffle-
ton and to acquaint them with the reasons for the location of this particular test
program at Shuffleton and what is being done in an effort to reduce the noise factor;
that the test activity requires a great deal of steam, and inasmuch as Shuffleton
provides the only available source of steam in the quantities needed, the Company
had no choice other than to locate the test program adjacent to the Shuffleton Plant.
The communication further stated that they are presently adding a noise suppressor
at Shuffleton which is scheduled for completion in a few days which should reduce
the noise disturbance considerably, that they will continue their efforts to im-
prove the situation and consider the petitioners comfort during the further
development of the project.
Councilman Richardson recommended, that as all petitioners had received a copy of
this informative letter, that the communication be filed for future reference.
Mayor Baxter stated that Councilman Swift had contacted certain individuals at the
Boeing Airplane Company and -presented them with a copy of the petition which had re-
sulted in their investigation and this reply.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Bruce, that the Council acknowledge this letter
and thank the Boeing Airplane Company for their consideration and aetion. Carried.
A communication was read from Pryor N. Adskim, District Representative of the
Dictaphone Corporation, stating that the dictaphone system of recording Council
meetings had been discussed with Councilman Richardson and Mr. William Hazlett of
Williams and Swanson and that after a brief review of Council requirements, they
believed they could fill Council requirements and do a needed service for the
Council - - the letter further stated that if the Council would arrange a convenient
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time, they would demonstrate the equipment.
Councilmen Richardson explained that Mr. Adskim had called at Williams & Swanson
and during the discussion Councilman Richardson had told him of the time the
Council had used a wire recorder to record the meetings, which had not proved
satisfactory and that Mr. Adskim had informed him that the dictaphone had been used
satisfactorily at different committee meetings at various companies and that this
method provided a permanent record on a phonograph record of an entire meeting —
that with the Council's permission he would be interested in giving the Council a
demonstration. Councilman Holm stated that if the Council- would like to try this
method of recording, that either the City Attorney or himself would furnish their
wire recorder to make a permanent recording. Mayor Baxter ordered the communi—
cation filed.
A letter of appreciation_ was read from J. F. Ramsay, M. D., President of the
King County Medical Service Corporation, wishing the employees a merry holiday
season and a prosperous new year.
Mayor Baxter stated as this was directed to the Mayor and Council, and that the
employees no doubt had received a similar letter, that the communication be
filed.
A communication was read from Herman Howe, from the Lycette, Diamond & Sylvester
law offices, enclosing (1) a claim for damages against the City of Renton from
John A. Brender for damages to his automobile in the sum of $525.00 and (2) a
claim for damages against the City of Renton on behalf of Georgia Joan Brender,
a minor, in the sum of $$750.00 — they request that the claim be filed and the
copies returned to them-with a notation as to the date they were filed.
The Clerk read the claim for damages from Georgia Joan Brender, by her father,
John a Brender, as follows (1) stating the claimant is 4 years of age and now
resides at 9723 10th Place S.W., (2) that on November 26, 1951, as a result of
the City's negligence, Georgia Joan Brender, who -was reiding in the back seat of
the automobile suffered scratches, bruises and lacerations and intense pain, and
as a result thereof was damaged in the sum of 4750.00.
The Superintendent of Utilities stated that the accident did not occur on a City
Street — that the location was beyond where lst Avenue North joins Burnett
Street (going west toward Burnett Street) , near the underpass — — that black—
topping is stored in this area and that signs have been placed in this location
continuously and sometimes they are knocked down, that the morning after the
accident the sign was found broken down; that they had installed a new post and
sign with a reflector and this was knocked down and the Street Department has
now embedded a heavy post in the ground at this spot, which motorists could not
pass beyond.
The Clerk stated that there was a similar claim for damages to the automobile,
attached.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Dullahant, that the reading of the second claim be
waived and the co*muni,.ation and claims be referred to the Finance & Claims
Committee. Carried.
The City Attorney stated that he had seen this communication and had recommended
that same be read at the Council meeting and a copy be furnished the City of
Renton's Insurance Representative, as well as the Superintendent of Utilities.
A petition was read requesting the Council to take the necessary steps to rezone
the property owned by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, 416 Burnett Street, de—
scribed as Lots 4 and 5, Block 27, in the Town of Renton Plat". The petition
was signed by 15 property owners, living within a 200 foot limit of the property
described, and stayed that they were all in favor of the rezoning.
The City- Engineer furnished information that 72.9 percent of the adjacent property
owners were in favor of the rezoning.
As this matter had been approved by the Planning Commission, with the permission
of the adjacent property owners, moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the
Coivacil concur in the recommendation of the Planning Commission and the property
be rezoned to permit the Veterans of Foreign Wars to construct an addition on
their building. Carried.
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A petition to open a portion of a 10 foot alley in Block 2, Renton Highlands Addi—
tion was read from the City Engineer, stating that no protests had been filed,
and asking the Council's consideration of same.
The Clerk read the petition, that the owners of Lot 7, Block ?_, Renton Highlands
Addition and Lot 82 Weed's View Tracts request permission to remove the dead tree
stump in the 10 foot alley to provide access to the rear of these properties abutting
the alley; the petitioners agree to pay all costs incidental to the removal of the
stump and for any improvement to this portion of the alley. The petition was signed
by William P. Minnerath, ?106 9th Place, (Lot 7) and Melvin L. Cox, 11313, 116th
SE., (Lot 8).
On the request for in regard to same, the Superintendent of Utilities informed the
Council that the alley was not improved — that automobiles could travel through the
alley a certain distance only and they were asking permission to remove the stump
and do any other work to permit their automobiles to travel through the alley to
reach their property, without any cost to the City, that in his opinion this is a
good idea; that the extent of the improvement would be to fill in the hole and any
ruts to make the alley passable for motor traffic from the present entrance and
exits to the rear of the respective properties.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Swift, that the petitioners be allowed to remove the
stump, under the supervision of the Superintendent of Utilities.
Councilman HoLm requested that the motion be amended, or the City Engineer be in—
structed to see that no earh cut be made, or earth filling of a greater amount than
to fill ruts or the hole caused by the removal of the stump in question be allowed,
this to save any future difficulty.
The Mayor stated that the Street Corunssioner was present and had heard the request
and would carry out the Council's wishes, and further recommended that the Street
and Alley Committee investigate the matter to see what is actually requested and
what is to be done in regards to removing the stump in the subject alley.
Councilman Richardson reported that the City Engineer had informed the Street and
Alley Committee of this request and that a letter or petition in this regard would
be presented at this meeting. The motion carried.
The Clerk stated that a bid had been received from the Pennsylvania Salt Company
to furnish the City of Renton's 1952 Chloring requirements — that the bid was exactly
the same as that presented by the Hooker Electrochemical Company.
As the Hooker Chemical Company furnished the City's 1951 chlorine requirements, and
as it is the City's policy to alternate same, moved by Richardson, seconded by
Hansen, that the Pennsylvania Salt Company be awarded the contract. Carried.
The Clerk read proposed Ordinance No. ,1419 approving and confirming the assessment
and assessment roll of Local Improvement ?district #238 for the improvement of the
alley in Block 17, Renton Highlands Addition to the City of Renton by grading,
graveling and all other work necessary in connection therewith under Ordinance No.
140 .; levying and assessing the amount thereof against the several lots and parcels
of land and other property as shown on said roll; and establishing a local im-
Drovement fund.
Moved by Tamborini, seconded by Freyman, that the proposed Ordinance be referred to
the Ordinance Committee. Carried,
The Ordinance Committee reported favorably on proposed Ordinance No. 1419.
Mored by Tamborini, seconded by Dullahant, that the Council accent the report of
the Ordinance Committee, and proposed Ordinance No. 1419 be placed on its second
and final reading. Carried.
After the second and final reading, it was moved by Bruce, seconded by Freyman,
that proposed Ordinance No. 1419 be adopted as read.
A roll call vote being taken as follows: Reid, Aye; Delaurenti, Aye; Richardson,
Aye; Swift, Aye; Bruce, Aye; Freyman, Aye; Hansen, !Aye; Trinun, Aye; Tamborini, Aye;
Dullahant, Aye and Holm, Aye. All eleven Councilmen present voting "Aye, the motion
unanimously carried.
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As this was the evening set for the Council to hear protests on the improvement of
a certain portion of the alley in Block 2, Morgan's Grand Vi-w Addition to the
City of Renton as described in letters sent to all abutting property owners, there
being no written protests, the Mayor asked for oral protests. Mr. Archie White,
1415 Beacon Avenue, from the audience, stated he did protest this improvement.
On the request of Councilman Holm for information as to the subject alley being
definitely established as an alley, the City Attorney stated that the City Eng-
ineer had stated at the December 11th Council meeting that he had determined from
the title trust company that Mr. Nardine had dedicated the alley as a public
thoroughfare on June 6, 1950; if not used as a public thoroughfare, 'it woulr re-
vert back to the property owners - that there was no time stipulation." that if
this alley was never used as an alley, or if never used as a public thoroughfare
and never improved by the City, it may not be a public alley at this time, even
though it was dedicated to the City 40 years ago - that in time the City could
lose the benefit derived from the original dedication through non-use.
Mr. Collander, the contractor who is building homes on these lots, stated that
the alley has been used two-thirds of the way; that the City has dumped gravel
in the alley from time to time.
The City Attorney informed the Council that his was a general statement of law
for the Council's benefit - that the title insurance company would probably give
the same information, that if the statement of the title insurance company was
accurate in regard to the whole alley not having been used, they would know if
the alley had been lost by non-use - that he just wanted the Council to be safe.
Mr. Collender stated that he had contacted the title insurance company and had been
informed that this was a dedicated alley and a public thoroughfare; that he had
expected to have a letter in this regard to present to the Council, but that the
person who was to have drafted the letter had been taken ill,; that as soon as he
receives this letter he will forward same to the Council.
Moved by Holm, seconded by Hansen, that the matter be referred back to the Street
and Alley Committee for further investigation as to exact information .from the
title insurance company.
On the question, Councilman Bruce stated, that in his opinions if this was a
legal matter it should be referred to the City Attorney.
Councilman Swift stated that at this time he did not feel he was in any better
position to give an answer to this problem.
Councilman Holm stated that the question arose as to the Council having the exact
information as to the kind of use to be made of the subject portion of alley -
the City Attorney still does not have the answer to the question as -to whether
the alley has been used as an alley or not.
The City Attorney stated that if there were any people living now, who were pre-
sent at the time the property was deeded to the City of Renton and could r emember
when the property was dedicated, and could testify as to certain information the
title insurance Company may be able to inform the City if the alley is still an
alley - and whether the City has lost its right to the alley as a-public thorough-
fare or not; that although the opinion of the title insurance company is just an
opinion, their opinion would weigh heavily and would represent good evidence. It
is strictly q question of fact which ultimately only a Court could decide.
Mr. White stated th-t he had been informed by the title insurance company that the
law states when an alley ceases to be used for a rolling vehicle thoroughfare, it
reverts to the original land owner, that on information received from the title
insurance company, he questions the authority of the City of Renton -to grant the
opening of the alley or improvement of same.
Councilman Richardson stated that the buildings and fences on the alley were re-
moved at the time the City of Renton had the trunk sewer line installed.
Councilman Reid stated, that in his opinion, this was a legal matter and should be
referred to the City Attorney to investigate the matter further.
The City Attorney stated that as the opinions of the title insurance companies are
not definite and not the same on this particular problem, that this matter should
be investigated, that there um s a difference between a public utilit�� easement and
public thorough fare.
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Moved by Swift, �econded by Hansen, that the motion be amended to include any legal
advice that is available. The amendment carried. The original motion that the
matter be referred to the Street and Alley Committee for further investigation as to
actual information from the title insurance companies, and a report back, then
carried.
The City Attorney informed the Council that the law on such cases was very clear,
that in his opinion it was a matter of agreeing on facts — that the facts will
determine what law applies — that the law wont help unless the facts are clear, that
the question is, whether during the 40 year period the alley was used by the public
as a public thorough fare and if it was improved — The City Attorney cited a
Spokane case which was similar to this case where they had called in witnesses who
testified the use of the alley and the City :1,ngineer had testified accordingly, that
it had been used by the City — — and that the collection of evidence would determine
what law would be applicable. Mr. Burns inquired if definite information was avail—
able regarding whether an easement was granted across this property for a sewer.
Mayor Baxter stated that the Committee would investigate thoroughly and report back
to the Council.
Councilman Swift gave a preliminary report in regard to restrictions in parking on
Renton Scenic Hill and stated that his committee had requested that the Police
Department had made a 15 night check' to investigate the need for the restriction
and to determine what side of the street would be best, that the Police Department
had found that cars parking overnight on Renton Streets were parked on opposite
sides of the street at distances apart that would not hinder general traffic up and
down the hill; that parking be allowed on the east side of Renton Street. Councilman
Swift stated that the Police Department felt that the restriction be from 3rd Avenue
and Mill Street np Renton Street, the steep part of Renton Street only; that the
Committee has not had sufficient time to prepare their recommendation, but the
Committee made the report at this time in case the Council would like to consider
the information that bas been given.
Mayor Baxter granted the committee more time to submit their recommendation.
Councilman Swift stated that the communication that was read earlier in the meeting
was the answer to their investigation of the noise factor at the Shuffleton Plant,
that he had given a copy of the petition, as presented to the Council, to the
proper representatives at the Boeing Airplane Company who had taken the action as
stated.
Councilman Bruce stated that his committee recommended that the City Engineer im—
prove the "C" Building suitable for the prospective tenant and the committee
further recommends that Mr. Clarke be allowed to lease this building for ?50.00 per
month, as per his request; that it was the opinion of the Property Committee that
the building being empty would deteriorate much faster than if it were occupied.
Moved by Richardson, seconded by Reid, that the Council con::ur in the recommen—
dation of the Property Committee.
On the question, Co3mcilman Dulla.rant inquired if it wasn't the policy of the City
that the tenant was to stand any improvement expenses to a City owned building.
Councilman Reid stated that the only improvements that the City would make would
be plumbing, which are a necessity in the buildings. The motion carried.
Councilman Bruce stated that the general condition of this building warrants a
lot of work to make it suitable for occupancy, that Mr. Clarke was going to do all
other repair work and that the City would only install the plumbing — that this
summer it was planned to asphalt the roofs of all the buildings in Mothers Park.
Councilman Bruce narther stated that vacant buildings were more liable to be robbed,
stripped or damaged, and recommended that when future leases were written that
they stipulate the payment of the first and last month's rent in advance.
Councilman Richardson stated, that in his o)inion, this was a vei-j good idea, but
this matter should be left to the Committee ,rho drafts the lease.
CouncilMa.n Swift stated that something should be done in regard to the heating of
the Council Chambers, that the Council should not have to meet in a cold room.
Mayor Baxter stated that Christmas Day and New Years Day being on Tuesday, that
the Council meeting would be on January 8th, unless urgen business necessitated
the calling of a special meeting.
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Moved by Hansen, seconded by Dullahant, that all bills approved by the Finance
Committee ba allowed and ordered paid. Carried.
The following bills having been previously audited by the Finance 6omm:!ttee were
presented:
PAYROLLS ALL DEPARTIMNTS 222296.49 3087-3250
CLAIMS CURRENT 112819.74 9985- 60
CLAIMS WATER 421L5.66 8523--8534
CLAIMS PARK 21548.31 1632-1640
CLAI1113 LIBRARY 404.46 2440-2454
CLAIMS AIRPORT 6,947.29 1265-1277
CLAI1Z CITY STREETS 31076.59 6181-6195
CLATINTS SEWER DISPOSAL 696.45 2163-2181
CLAIMS ATHLETIC 62.78 598-5199
CLAIMS CIVILI AN D EF. FUND 32399-51 406-417
CLAIMS FIREMEI41S PEN. FUIM _ 73
CLAI14S CUMULATIVE FUND #1182 30,018.49 50- 53
CLAIMS CITY HALL BLDG. FUAID
26-1-230 2,021.36 5
Moved by Delaurenti, seconded by Tamborini, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15, P.D.
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Mayor
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