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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
April 6, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 23, 1998
4. PUBLIC HEARING: Regulatory Reform Ordinance amendments (exemptions from procedural
requirements, exclusions from time limits, and public notice requirements)
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
Tile following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk reports bid opening on 3/31/98 for CAG-98-023, 1998 Street Patch project; six bids;
engineer's estimate $204,568.60; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the low
bidder, Lakeridge Paving Co., in the total amount of$155,072.40. Council concur.
b. City Clerk reports appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision to deny a variance for the Upper Monster
Road Warehouse project (1200 Monster Rd. SW) to allow clearing on slopes in excess of 40%; appeal
filed on 3/18/98 by Roger Pecsok, Opus Northwest LLC, 200 - 112th Ave. SE #205, Bellevue, WA,
98004 (File No. SA-97-164). Refer to Planning& Development Committee.
Consideration of the appeal by the Council shall be based solely upon the record, the Hearing
Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional written submissions by parties allowed
by Code (RMC 4-8-16.C).
C. City Clerk submits petition to vacate a portion of Aberdeen Ave. NE and NE 3317d St.; petition filed on
3/25/98 by John J. Tharp and Marilyn Tharp Clise (represented by Rob Purser, 16016 - 118th P1. NE,
Bothell, 98011). Refer to Board of Public Works; set public hearing on 4/27/98 to take testimony on
the request. (See 10.a. for resolution setting the public hearing.)
d. Community Services Department submits CAG-97-175, Asbestos, Lead and PCB Abatement of the
Mazda & Holm Buildings; and requests approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in
the amount of$74,917.44, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$3,615.71 to William Dickson Co., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
e. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends that a public
hearing be set for April 13, 1998, to consider extending the building moratorium imposed on the
"hook" area to be deannexed to the City of Newcastle. Council concur.
f Executive Department requests waiver of all permit fees for Renton River Days activities endorsed by
the Renton River Days Board of Directors; and for permission to install River Days banners on City
light poles for approximately six weeks from June 29 through August 15, 1998. Refer to Community
�.. Services Committee.
g. Human Services Division recommends approval of new policies for the City's Housing Repair
Assistance Program to assist in the delivery of services. Refer to Community Services Committee.
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h. Legal Department submits proposed ordinance adopting the Department of Ecology's optional
Determination of Non-Significance process which would be more efficient for use in certain smaller
projects. Refer to Planning&Development Committee.
i. Surface Water Utility Division requests approval of an interlocal agreement with various jurisdictions
for the Green/Duwamish Watershed Ecosystem Restoration Study, an analysis of habitat needs and
priorities for salmon and other fish and wildlife species in the watershed. Renton's cost share is
$13,000 ($11,963 cash and $1,037 of in-kind services/stafftime). Refer to Utilities Committee.
j. Transportation Systems Division requests approval of consultant contract in the amount of$119,704
(Renton's cost share, $39,704) with CH2M Hill for design engineering services for replacement of a
storm main on Main Ave. S. from S. 3rd to S. 4th Streets, as well as on-call consulting services for
construction of the Main Ave. S. improvements. Staff also requests approval of the traffic control and
staging plan for this project. Refer to Transportation Committee.
k. Transportation Division recommends approval of an interlocal agreement with King County for overlay
work on Renton Ave. S., which lies within both King County and Renton. Renton's cost share of the
project is $25,770. Council concur. (See 10.b. for resolution.)
1. Transportation Division submits request from Lane Aviation to divide its ground lease (LAG-85-013)
into two parcels and to extend the lease period from December 31, 2005 to December 31, 2028. Refer
to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Transit Center Update
b. Finance Committee: Tax-Exempt Bonds for Puget Sound Blood Center's new facility*
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
r+ a. Setting a public hearing on 4/27/98 for the Aberdeen Ave. NE/NE 33rd St. vacation (VAC-98-002;
see 7.c.)
b. Interlocal agreement with King County for Renton Ave. S. overlay project (see 71.)
c. Tax-exempt bonds for Puget Sound Blood Center's new facility(see 9.b.)
Ordinance for first reading: Shoreline Master Program amendments (approved 3/23/98 via Planning&
Development Committee report)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Lake Ave. S. street vacation(1st reading 3/23/98)
b. Zoning Code changes re: gas stations, etc. (1st reading 3/23/98)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics- call 277-4430 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
1. Transit Center Update
2. Port Quendall Status Report
CITY COUNCIL
April 6, 1998 CITY Clerk's Office
`R�ferrals
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Aberdeen Ave NE/NE 33rd St. street vacation request (Tharp/Clise, VAC-98-002)
COMMITTEE DEME WHOLE
Memo from Mayor Tanner re: Regional Finance& Governance Plan
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Renton River Days permit fee waivers and banner installations
Housing Repair Assistance program policies
Department of Ecology Optional Determination of Non-Significance process
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Interlocal agreement with King County for the Renton Ave. S. overlay project
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision re: Upper Monster Road Warehouse project variance (SA-97-164)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMIVHTTEE
Contract with CH2M Hill for design engineering of Main Ave. S. improvements
Lane Aviation request to divide its lease and extend the lease period (LAG-85-013)
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Interlocal agreement for the Green/Duwamish Watershed Ecosystem Restoration Study
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Shoreline Master Program amendments (1st reading 4/06/98)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4/13/98 —Extending the moratorium on permits for the"hook" area to be deannexed to Newcastle
4/27/98 — Aberdeen Ave NE/NE 33rd St. street vacation request (Tharp/Clise, VAC-98-002)
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
I April 6, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
"'°" MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; KING
COUNCILMEMBERS PARKER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; TONI
NELSON. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMEMBER RANDY CORMAN. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; SUE CARLSON, Economic Development, Neighborhoods and
Strategic Planning Administrator; MIKE KATTERMANN, Director of
Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning; BETTY NOKES, Economic Development
Director; PETER ROSEN, Senior Planner; DEPUTY CHIEF JOE PEACH,
Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF MARCH 23, 1998, AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published
r.r Development Services: in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public
Regulatory Reform hearing to consider amendments to the Regulatory Reform Ordinance for
Ordinance Changes exemptions from procedural requirements, exclusions from time limits, and
public notice requirements.
Peter Rosen, Senior Planner, explained that the amendments are proposed to
better organize and refine some provisions of the Regulatory Reform
Ordinance. Additional amendments will be proposed at a later date to
implement new SEPA rules adopted last October.
Continuing, Mr. Rosen said the first proposed amendment would exempt non-
projects such as Comprehensive Plan amendments (and any associated rezones)
or development regulation amendments from the public notice and procedural
requirements that apply to projects. The second change is a proposed
exemption to the requirement that permit decisions be issued in 120 days.
Certain exemptions are allowed by State law, and the proposal is to exclude a
one-year period (with a possible one-year extension) for the preparation of a
draft and final environmental impact statement.
The third and final proposed change is to allow the Zoning Code
Administrator to modify or waive the requirement that notice of development
applications be mailed to property owners within 300 feet of the subject
property. Staff recommends this be changed for projects on irregular-shaped
properties or for large sites where project work would affect only a small area
of the overall site.
Audience comment was invited.
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Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11 th PI., Renton, 98056, was concerned that the
proposed changes not limit public notice of projects or opportunities to {
provide input. Referring to the third proposed change, he wondered if the
terms "irregular-shaped" or "large" would be specifically defined, or
ambiguously determined by the Zoning Administrator.
Mr. Rosen responded that staff felt that due to the difficulty in defining the
terms, interpretation will be the responsibility of the Zoning Administrator on
a case-by-case basis.
There being no further audience comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
Mayor Tanner noted that this item will remain in Planning & Development
Committee pending a final recommendation to the full Council.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* The Army Corps of Engineers hosted a meeting with regulatory
agencies to discuss project mitigation for the Cedar River Section
205 flood control project.
* Police Officer David Adam received a letter of commendation for
administering life-saving measures to a four-month-old baby on
March 17th.
* The City has established a Domestic Violence Task Force to stop
domestic violence by means of a comprehensive and coordinated
response.
* Approximately 200 people attended the March 25th open house
where various downtown projects were explained.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Heidi Carlson, 806 Index Ct. NE, Renton, 98056, reported that the adult
Citizen Comment: Carlson bookstore in the Highlands has expanded its merchandise to include drug
- Sale of Drug paraphernalia. She asked how the business owner was given this license by
Paraphernalia the City, and whether it could be revoked. Noting that one business in
particular sells knives, pagers, drug paraphernalia and pornography along with
milk, butter and gas, she asked if the sale of drug-related items can be
regulated in any way.
On another subject, Ms. Carlson asked if the grant for the two police officers
patrolling the Highlands area will be renewed, and if the City must provide
matching funds for this.
Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington replied that the business owner
can legally sell "tobacco use products because this is an allowed use in the
zone where his business is located. In the absence of illegal drugs, drug
paraphernalia cannot be prohibited.
Responding to Ms. Carlson's question about the police officers, Mr. Covingt(,
said it was his understanding that even in the absence of grant funding, it is
the City's intention to maintain these officers at their current location.
Councilman Dan Clawson was interested in finding out whether the City could
prohibit the sale of drug paraphernalia. City Attorney Lawrence J. Warren
April 6. 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 117,
said he was not aware of any such regulation that has been able to withstand
judicial challenge.
Citizen Comment: Beckley Phillip Beckley, 655 Ferndale Ct. NE, Renton, 98056, said the Highlands
- Sale of Drug Community Association is planning to perform a study on the secondary
Paraphernalia impacts of sex-oriented businesses. He was also concerned about the sale of
drug paraphernalia in the Highlands, and suggested that Renton, along with
other municipal jurisdictions, lobby the State to prohibit the sale of such
items.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
CAG: 98-023, 1998 Street City Clerk reported bid opening on 3/31/98 for CAG-98-023, 1998 Street
Patch, Lakeridge Paving Patch project; six bids; engineer's estimate $204,568.60; and submitted staff
recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, Lakeridge Paving
Co., in the total amount of $155,072.40. Council concur.
Appeal: Upper Monster City Clerk reported appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision to deny a variance
Rd Warehouse, Opus NW, for the Upper Monster Road Warehouse project (1200 Monster Rd. SW) to
SA-97-164 allow clearing on slopes in excess of 40%; appeal filed on 3/18/98 by Roger
Pecsok, Opus Northwest LLC, 200 - 112th Ave. SE #205, Bellevue, 98004
(File No. SA-97-164). Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
Vacation: Aberdeen Ave City Clerk submitted petition to vacate a portion of Aberdeen Ave. NE and
NE/NE 33rd St NE 33rd St.; petition filed on 3/25/98 by John J. Tharp and Marilyn Tharp
(Tharp/Clise, VAC-98- Clise (represented by Rob Purser, 16016 - 118th Pl. NE, Bothell, 98011).
002) Refer to Board of Public Works; set public hearing on 4/27/98 to take
vow testimony on the request. (See page 119 for resolution setting the public
hearing.)
CAG: 97-175, Mazda & Community Services Department submitted CAG-97-175, Asbestos, Lead and
Holm Bldgs Asbestos, PCB Abatement of the Mazda & Holm Buildings; and requested approval of
Lead & PCB Abatement, the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of $74,917.44,
Wm Dickson Co commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$3,615.71 to William Dickson Co., contractor, if all required releases are
obtained. Council concur.
Planning: Newcastle Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
"Hook" Deannexation recommended that a public hearing be set for April 13, 1998, to consider
extending the building moratorium imposed on the "hook" area to be
deannexed to the City of Newcastle. Council concur.
Community Event: River Executive Department requested waiver of permit fees for Renton River Days
Days Permit Fee Waivers activities endorsed by the Renton River Days Board of Directors; and for
& Banner Installation permission to install River Days banners on City light poles for approximately
six weeks from June 29 through August 15, 1998. Refer to Community
Services Committee.
Human Services: Housing Human Services Division recommended approval of new policies for the City's
Repair Assistance Program Housing Repair Assistance Program to assist in the delivery of services. Refer
Policies to Community Services Committee.
Legal: DOE Determination Legal Department submitted proposed ordinance adopting the Department of
of Non-Significance Ecology's optional Determination of Non-Significance process which would be
Process more efficient for use in certain smaller projects. Refer to Planning &
Development Committee.
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Public Works: Surface Water Utility Division requested approval of an interlocal agreement
Green/Duwamish with various jurisdictions for the Green/Duwamish Watershed Ecosystem
Watershed Ecosystem Restoration Study, an analysis of habitat needs and priorities for salmon and
Restoration Study, other fish and wildlife species in the watershed. Renton's cost share is
Interlocal Agreement $13,000 ($11,963 cash and $1,037 of in-kind services/staff time). Refer to
(CAG-98-) Utilities Committee.
Transportation: Main Ave Transportation Systems Division requested approval of a consultant contract in
S Design Engineering the amount of $119,704 (Renton's cost share, $39,704) with CH2M Hill for
Services, CH2M Hill, design engineering services for replacement of a storm main in Main Ave. S.
CAG-98- from S. 3rd to S. 4th Streets, as well as on-call consulting services for
construction of the Main Ave. S. improvements. Staff also requested approval
of the traffic control and staging plan for this project. Refer to
Transportation Committee.
Streets: Renton Ave S Transportation Division recommended approval of an interlocal agreement
Overlay, King County with King County for overlay work on Renton Ave. S., which lies within both
Agreement, CAG-98- King County and Renton. Renton's cost share of the project is $25,770.
Council concur. (See page 119 for resolution.)
Lease: Lane Aviation Transportation Division submitted request from Lane Aviation to divide its
Lease Division (LAG-85- ground lease (LAG-85-013) into two parcels and to extend the lease period
013) from December 31, 2005 to December 31, 2028. Refer to Transportation
(Aviation) Committee.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
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CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Mayor Tanner to Council President Bob
Executive: Regional Edwards and the City Council regarding the proposed Regional Finance and
am
Finance and Governance Governance Plan (RF&G). Based on information provided by the City
Plan, GMPC Attorney, Mayor Tanner stated that the Administration's position on this
matter is as follows:
- The RF&G plan was not approved nor concurred in by a majority of the
cities and towns that comprise the membership of the Suburban Cities
Association (SCA); therefore, the transmittal of the plan to the Growth
Management Planning Council (GMPC) was improper.
- The authority of the GMPC does not authorize it to do anything other
than develop and obtain the ratification of the County wide Planning
Policies (CPPs). The GMPC does not have the authority to adopt the
RF&G plan.
- The RF&G plan, if ratified, will become mandatory for all jurisdictions,
even if they voted against it. This would violate the mutual assent to
contract which is fundamental to contract law.
- The proposed process of ratification is far less than that required by State
Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5038.
The Mayor then requested Council concurrence in the following actions:
- Formally oppose the plan and question the way in which it was placed
before the GMPC.
- Authorize the Administration to request, together with other like-minde
cities, a special meeting of members only to discuss this plan and the
appropriate procedure for negotiating amendments to it.
- Authorize the Administration to commit staff support and funding to the
SCA to develop an alternative RF&G plan acceptable to suburban cities.
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April 6. 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Pau 119
Council President Edwards noted that by ratifying the County-wide Planning
Policies (CPPB) and their amendments, Renton may have, by implication,
accepted the continued vitality of the GMPC. City Attorney Warren
concurred that the longevity of the GMPC has been extended by an
agreement, a copy of which he has not yet seen. On two occasions, however,
Renton formally accepted positions taken by the GMPC, including
amendments to the CPPs. Further research is required to determine whether
the GMPC has been formally authorized to take steps to satisfy the provisions
of State Substitute Senate Bill 5038.
Mayor Tanner commented that his primary concern was that the SCA did not
approve the RF&G moving forward as an approved plan, although King
County and the County Executive apparently consider it to be SCA-approved.
Council President Edwards added that the SQA is scheduled to discuss the
plan on April 22nd.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER
THE MEMO FROM MAYOR TANNER ON THIS ISSUE TO THE
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending
Finance Committee concurrence with the King County Enterprise Corporation's request to issue
EDNSP: Puget Sound tax-exempt Industrial Revenue Bonds for the purpose of building a facility in
Blood Bank & Program Renton. The bonds will be used to build the Puget Sound Blood Bank's new
Tax-Exempt Bonds high-tech lab facility at 501 SW 39th Street. The Blood Bank qualifies for the
revenue bonds per RCW 39.84. This legislation requires that the city within
the planning jurisdiction of the project approve the issuance of the revenue
bonds. There is no liability to the City of Renton, and no public money shall
be used to pay for debt service. The Committee further recommended that
the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 120 for resolution.)
Legal: Public Defender Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler asked if allegations made by a speaker at a
Associate Allegations recent Council meeting concerning an associate at the law firm of the City's
public defender had been explored. City Attorney Warren replied that the
matter was investigated, and the conclusion reached that the person named
was never convicted of a crime.
CAG: 98-025, New City Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler inquired about the bid award for the New
Hall Active Electronics City Hall Active Electronics (Voice and Data) project, which had been
(Voice & Data challenged by US West. City Attorney Warren reported that despite its
Infrastructure), US West disagreement with the City's decision to award this contract to GTE, US West
Protest has decided not to pursue litigation on this matter.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3316 A resolution was read setting a hearing date on April 27, 1998, to consider
Vacation: Aberdeen Ave vacating a portion of Aberdeen Ave. NE and NE 33rd St. (Tharp/Clise, VAC-
NE/NE 33rd St 98-002). MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
(Tharp/Clise, YAC-98- ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
002)
Resolution #3317 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Streets: King County interlocal cooperative agreement with King County for asphalt overlay, seal
Overlay of Renton Ave S coat and shoulder improvement for Renton Ave. S. between Rainier Ave. N.
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and SW Victoria Street. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3318 A resolution was read approving the issuance of tax-exempt variable rate
EDNSP: Puget Sound demand industrial revenue bonds of the King County Economic Enterprise
Blood Bank & Program Corporation for the benefit of Puget Sound Blood Center and Program
Tax-Exempt Bonds pursuant to RCW 39.84.060. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 4/13/98 for second and final reading:
Planning: Shoreline Master An ordinance was read repealing Ordinance No. 4695 and adopting
Program Amendments amendments to the Shoreline Master Program. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 4/13/98.
CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4714 An ordinance was read vacating the southerly one-third of Lake Ave. S.
Vacation: Lake Ave S extending south from S. 2nd to S. 3rd Streets (Safeway, Inc./VAC-95-001).
(Safeway/VAC-95-001) MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
Ordinance #4715 An ordinance was read amending Chapter 31, Zoning Code, of Title IV
EDNSP: CD Zone Changes (Building Regulations) of City Code relating to gas stations, vehicle service,
re Gas Stations, Vehicle mini-marts, and related uses, adding or modifying definitions related to those
Service etc. uses, adjusting land use allowances for those uses in commercial and industrial
zones, and clarifying landscaping and screening requirements in the
commercial and industrial zones when abutting other described uses. MOVED
BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 60 MINUTES TO
DISCUSS PROPERTY ACQUISITION. Time: 8:35 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:37 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 9:38 p.m.
MARILYN ERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
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Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
4/06/98
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 6, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 4/13 *CANCELLED*
(Edwards)
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 4/07 World War II Memorial Contribution;
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Housing Repair Assistance Program
Policies;
Renton River Days Fee Waivers
FINANCE
(Parker)
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT TUES., 4/07 Upper Monster Rd Warehouse Appeal
(Keolker-Wheeler) 1:00 P.M. *5th Floor Conference Room*
THURS., 4/09 Sign Code Amendments (Electronic
2:00 p.m. Message Boards);
r... Downtown Sign Code;
Optional DOE Determination of Non-
Significance Process
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 4/07 Commute Trip Reduction Changes;
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. Cedar River Hangar Lease Change;
Pedestrian Priority for Traffic Signals;
Lane Aviation Lease Changes;
WSDOT Turnback Agreement (Main
Ave. S. Improvements);
Main Ave. S. Consultant Contract
(CH2M Hill)
UTILITIES THURS., 4/09 Telecommunications Ordinance;
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. Mosquito Abatement Program;
Green/Duwamish Watershed Interlocal
Agreement
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
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12 21 AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
April 13, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m. *M0
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 6, 1998
4. APPEAL: Upper Monster Road Warehouse Project Variance Request; SA-97-164
In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-16.1), no public hearing on the appeal shall
be held by the City Council. No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted by the
City Council unless a party can show that the evidence they are presenting could not reasonably
have been available at the hearing before the Examiner. If the Council determines that additional
evidence is required, it may remand the matter to the Examiner for reconsideration.
5. PUBLIC HEARING: Extending the moratorium on building permits, land use permits and subdivision
permits on property to be deannexed to the City of Newcastle; property located in
the vicinity of Lake Washington Blvd. NE, NE 50th St., and SE 72nd St.
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for :.tudy and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by Linda Marie and Drew Plano alleging negligence
and claiming damages in an undetermined amount in connection with an incident on 6/04/95 when
Linda Plano fell on the dock walkway ramp at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, breaking her leg.
Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
b. Development Services Division recommends approval of the Renton Place Division II final plat; 11
single family lots on 1.94 acres in the vicinity of Talbot Rd. S. and S. 23rd Street (FP-98-012).
Council concur. (See l l.a. for resolution.)
c. Surface Water Utility Division submits CAG-96-096, Maplewood Creek Sedimentation Basin
Reconstruction and Improvement project; and requests approval of the project, authorization for final
pay estimate in the amount of$3,638.10, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained
amount of$28,457.37 to Walashek Industrial & Marine Inc., contractor, if all required releases are
obtained. Council concur.
9. CORRESPONDENCE
10. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if Ono
further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: World War II Memorial Contribution; Housing Repair Assistance
Program Policies; Renton River Days Fee Waivers
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
b. Planning & Development Committee: Upper Monster Rd. Warehouse Appeal (see agenda item 4.); . 2 5
Downtown Sign Code; Optional DOE Determination of Non-Significance Process*
c. Transportation (Aviation) Committee: Commute Trip Reduction Changes; Cedar River Hangar Lease
Change & Approval Process for Month-to-Month Aircraft Storage Leases; Lane Aviation Lease
Changes; Main Ave. S. Design Engineering Services (CH2M Hill)
d. Utilities Committee: Mosquito Abatement Program; Green/Duwamish Watershed Interlocal
�... Agreement*
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Approving the Renton Place Division II final plat (see 8.b.)
b. Green/Duwamish Watershed interlocal agreement (see 10.d.)
Ordinance for first reading: Optional DOE Determination of Non-Significance Process (see 10.b.)
Ordinance for second and final reading: Shoreline Master Program amendments (1st reading 4/06/98)
12. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
** CANCELLED
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CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
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Referrals
ADMINISTRATION Ono
$5,000 contribution to the Washington State World War II memorial (1999 budget)
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
CRT-98-006, Linda Marie and Drew Plano v. Renton
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Request from Renton VFW for a veterans memorial in Liberty Park
Request from King County Council that Renton sponsor participants at the Livable Communities Fair
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Green/Duwamish Watershed Ecosystem Restoration Study interlocal agreement
Cedar River Hangar lease agreements for outdoor aircraft storage
Contract with CH2M Hill for design engineering services on the Main Ave. S. project
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Letter from Maplewood community residents re: proposed Taco Time licadquarters rezone
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMMITTEE
Allocation of proposed new county-wide local option gas tax wow
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4/27/98 — Aberdeen Ave NE/NE 33rd St. street vacation request (Tharp/Clise, VAC-98-002) wo
4/27/98 — Commute Trip Reduction Ordinance revisions
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Regular Meeting
April 13, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
W... MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President Pro tcm; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY
COUNCILMEMBERS SCHLITZER; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; TONI NELSON. MOVED
BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL EXCUSE
ABSENT COUNCILMEMBERS BOB EDWARDS AND DAN CLAWSON.
CARRIED. (Councilman Clawson arrived at 7:35 p.m.)
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning;%Building/Public Works
Administrator; MIKE KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods &
Strategic Planning; KAREN MARSHALL. Human Services Manager; DENNIS
CONTE, Housing Assistance Specialist; RON STRAKA, Utility Engineering
Supervisor; LISA GRUETER, Senior Planner; COMMANDER FLOYD
ELDRIDGE, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF APRIL 6, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
APPEAL Planning & Development Committee Chai. Keolker-Wheeler presented a
N..r Planning & Development report regarding the appeal of the Hearint; Examiner's decision to deny a
Committee variance for the Upper Monster Road Warehouse project (1200 Monster Rd.
Appeal: Upper Monster SW) to allow clearing on slopes in excess of 40%; appeal filed on 3/18/98 by
Rd Warehouse, Opus NW, Roger Pecsok, Opus Northwest LLC, 200 - 112th Ave. SE #205, Bellevue,
SA-97-164 98004 (File No. SA-97-164). The Committee met on April 7, 1998 to consider
the appeal. The applicant seeks a variance from the City's land clearing and
tree-cutting ordinance (Section 4-9) in order to clear areas where the slope
exceeds 40%. The applicant appealed the decision of the Hearing Examiner
dated March 5, 1998.
The subject property is located at the 1200 block of Monster Road SW. The
applicant seeks to develop a 111,270 square foot warehouse and office on 7.11
acres.
The Committee found that there is substa:itial error of fact and/or law in
conclusion #2, that the applicant does not suffer undue hardship. There are
unique circumstances surrounding this sit:. "There are no naturally occurring
slopes due to the mining by a prior owner. Additionally, the proposed use
seems the most appropriate use for this site. Therefore, the Hearing
Examiner's conclusion that there is no unglue hardship because the applicant
can construct a smaller building is in error. Even with a smaller building, the
same clearing would be required on the site. Alternatively, a considerably
smaller building could be constructed without calling for the same magnitude
of clearing. However, to require such a small building on this site would
make it unattractive for sale and would therefore eliminate any incentive to
develop this site for this use. Additionally, part of the site plan involves the
construction of a bioswale on the west side of the site. That bioswale will be
connected to an off-site retention pond to the west of the site. To require the
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relocation of the bioswale to any other location on this site would create an
undue hardship in connecting the bioswale to the retention pond.
Further, the Committee found that the other requirements for a variance
would be met. Specifically, revegetation of the cleared areas would be an ■./
enhancement to the subject property.
Therefore, the Committee recommended that the City Council reverse the
decision of the Hearing Examiner and gr<<nt the requested variance, with the
condition that the applicant shall be required to revegetate areas disturbed as a
result of clearing and grading activity. F�irther, the applicant shall accomplish
this revegetation immediately upon the completion of grading activities.
Finally, the Committee recommended tha: the City Council reverse any
conditions which were imposed in the Hearing Examiner's decision which are
not consistent with the granting of the variance.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilmember Clawson arrived at 7:35 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notice having been posted and published
Building: Building in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public
Moratorium Request hearing to consider extending the moratorium on building permits, land use
(Newcastle "Hook") permits and subdivision permits on property to be deannexed to the City of
Newcastle, located in the vicinity of Lake Washington Blvd. NE, NE 50th St.,
and SE 72nd Street.
Mike Kattermann, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning, reported
that Newcastle has requested that the 70-flay moratorium adopted by Renton one
on 2/02/98 be extended to allow time for completion of the annexation
process. Staff recommends the moratorium be extended for six months or
until the property is annexed by Newcast:e, whichever comes first.
Audience comment was invited. There bt:ing none, it was MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, C( ;UNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED. (See page 130 f„r resolution extending the
moratorium.)
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covingi.)n reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent prof,Ness towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* Community Program Specialist i`.udrey Moore and DARE Officer
Russ Radke represented Renton s Police Department at Valley
Medical Center's Kid Fair on April 4th.
* The City co-sponsored, with the Chamber of Commerce and the
Renton School District, "Renton Youth Day” at the Renton
Community Center.
* The groundbreaking ceremony for the Dally project was held April
13th.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
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CRT: 98-006, Plano v Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by Linda Marie and Drew
Renton Plano alleging negligence and claiming dt:mages in an undetermined amount in
connection with an incident on 6/04/95 v1-hen Linda Plano fell on the dock
walkway ramp at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, breaking her leg. Refer
to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
Plat: Renton Place Development Services Division recommended approval of the Renton Place
Division II, Final, Talbot Division II final plat; 11 single family lots on 1.94 acres in the vicinity of
Rd S/S 23rd St, FP-98- Talbot Rd. S. and S. 23rd Street (FP-98-012). Council concur. (See page 130
012 for resolution.)
CAG: 96-0996, Surface Water Utility Division submitted CAG-96-096, Maplewood Creek
Maplewood Creek Sedimentation Basin Reconstruction and Improvement project; and requested
Sedimentation Basin, approval of the project, authorization for final payment in the amount of
Walashek Industrial & $3,638.10, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained
Marine amount of $28,457.37 to Walashek Industrial & Marine, Inc., contractor, if all
required releases are obtained. Council concur.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESEN'T'ED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from F. Willian. Murchison, commander of the VFW
Citizen Comment: - #1263 in Renton, requesting authorizatio,: to construct a veterans memorial
Veterans Memorial monument in Liberty Park. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
Proposed for Liberty Park KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER TO THE
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: King Correspondence was read from Metropolitan King County Councilmembers
County Council - Livable Chris Vance and Maggie Fimia, representing the Regional Policy Committee,
Communities Fair inviting Renton to help sponsor participants in a "Livable Communities Fair
Sponsorship Request and Conference" scheduled for November 7, 1998. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER
TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COI IMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Correspondence was read from residents of the Maplewood community
Maplewood Community expressing concern regarding the requested rezone of the Taco Time corporate
Residents - Taco Time office (and adjacent properties) to Commercial Arterial (CA) which would
Headquarters Rezone and allow for expansion of this use. MOVEL BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
Expansion SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER TO THE
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presci ted a report recommending
Utilities Committee concurrence in the Planning/Building/Pui)lic Works Department's
Public Works: recommendation that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
Green/Duwamish Green/Duwamish Watershed Ecosystem F.estoration Study feasibility phase and
Watershed Ecosystem cost-sharing interlocal agreement. The Committee further recommended that
Restoration Study, the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption.
Interlocal Agreement MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED B`' SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR
(CAG-98-) IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARIhIED. (See page 130 for resolution.)
CAG: 98-, Mosquito Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Abatement Services, concurrence in the Planning/Building/Public Works Department's
Whitworth Pest Control recommendation that Council approve the use of Whitworth Pest Control, Inc.
as the sole source provider of pest control services for the 1998/1999 mosquito
abatement program. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
April 13 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 128
Plannine & Development Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report regarding the proposed City Center sign regulations. The Committee
Planning: Downtown (City reviewed the proposed City Center sign regulations at several meetings since
Center) Sign Code referral in late September, 1997. Tours of nearby cities as well as the
downtown Renton area were conducted. The Committee recommended N"
changes to the proposed City Center sign regulations prepared in September,
1997, primarily addressing the following topics:
- Nonconforming signs/close of business: Make these regulations
tougher in the City Center than elsewhere. Allow for some
exceptions for historic signs and business mergers, etc.
- Liability insurance: Require an annual permit for signs projecting
over the right-of-way to ensure that insurance requirements are still
in place and that the sign is sti;l secure.
- Projecting signs: Allow small internally illuminated projecting signs;
allow combination projecting signs having a portion internally lit and
a portion externally lit or unlit.
- Safeway redevelopment: Accommodate Safeway's sign proposal as
shown to the Committee in March, 1998. Look at sign sizes for
other properties with frontage to Rainier Ave. S. while still
addressing the gateway into downtown.
The Committee recommended that the proposed ordinance be amended
reflecting the above, and consistent with the staff report dated April 6, 1998.
The revised ordinance is requested to be prepared for Council consideration
and first reading on April 27, 1998. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Chair N:,.lson presented a report
Committee recommending concurrence to waive all permit fees for activities endorsed by
Community Event: River the Renton River Days Board of Directo:-s. The Committee further
Days Permit Fee Waivers recommended concurrence to hang the River Days banners from City light
& Banner Installation poles for approximately one month. M(;VED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN TIE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Human Services: Housing Community Services Committee Chair Ntason presented a report
Repair Assistance Program recommending concurrence with the stat' ' and Human Services Advisory
Policies Committee recommendation for the new policies of the City of Renton's
Housing Repair Assistance Program. Tiv, City will begin implementation of
the policies beginning on June 1, 1998. '%1OVED BY NELSON, SECONDED
BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Budget: 1999, World War Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the
1I Memorial Contribution request for a contribution to the Washinf ton State World War II memorial.
The Committee reviewed a request by t1;;, Washington State World War II
Memorial Committee to donate $5,000 tc ward the establishment of a memorial
in Olympia. Subsequent staff research found that this effort has the backing
of the State legislature in the form of a 998 budget appropriation of
$200,000, and that an additional $170,000 has been raised to date towards the
$700,000 total needed to construct the memorial. All cities and counties in
the state have been asked to donate along; with other public and private
organizations. Based on the information gathered to date about this project 0
outlined in the staff report, the Committee felt the Washington State World
War II Memorial is a legitimate and worthy memorial for Washington State
World War II veterans. Therefore, the Committee recommended that Council
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approve a $5,000 contribution, and the Administration be directed to include
this contribution in the 1999 budget. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
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Transportation Committee Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
Lease: Lane Aviation recommending that Council authorize the division of the Lane Aviation
Lease Division (LAG-85- ground lease into two parcels, as requested, with the understanding that this
013) authorization does not constitute consent of the City for Mr. Lane to assign,
sell or otherwise transfer possession of thee parcels until all necessary
paperwork has been completed, and that the City is not waiving or otherwise
divesting its ownership interest in the buildings on the premises, as provided
in the current lease with Lane. The Committee further recommended that two
new leases be prepared and executed between the City and the new tenants
(Mr. Lane's purchasers) before any assignment, sale or other transfer of the
lease or possession to be effective. The termination date of the two new
leases shall be extended to December 31, 2028. MOVED BY SCHLITZER,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Lease: Cedar River Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
Hangar Agreements for recommending that Council approve the lease agreements with Cedar River
Outdoor Aircraft Storage Hangar Limited Partnership for airport property leases on a month-to-month
basis, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the lease agreements.
The Committee further recommended that Council authorize the Airport
Manager to execute future month-to-month leases for individual storage units
within the City-owned hangar and for month-to-month leases of airport
property for the exclusive purpose of outdoor aircraft storage. MOVED BY
SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation: Commute Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
Trip Reduction (CTR) regarding revisions to the Commute Trip Reduction Ordinance. This action
Ordinance Changes involves changes to the City's Commute Trip Reduction Ordinance to
incorporate recent legislative and administrative changes to the State's
Commute Trip Reduction program. RCW 70.94.5274 requires local ordinances
to be consistent with State laws as well as with guidelines established by the
CTR Task Force. The proposed revisions are based on guidelines provided by
the State. The Committee concurred with the proposed ordinance revisions
and recommended that a public hearing be held on April 27, 1998, and an
ordinance be prepared for Council's consideration on April 27, 1998 for first
reading, and second reading and adoption on May 4, 1998. MOVED BY
SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation: Main Ave Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
S Design Engineering regarding the Main Ave. S. consultant contract. The Committee recommended
Services, CH2M Hill, that Council authorize the Mayor to execute the consultant contract in the
CAG-98- amount of $119,704 with CH2M Hill for design and construction services of
the Main Ave. S. project. Further, the Committee concurred with the
Transportation staff's recommended staging and traffic control plan that keeps
two-way traffic on Main Ave. S. throughout the construction and has the
following elements:
6W - A four-week night closure for night construction of the storm
drainage system between S. 4th and S. 3rd Streets. The detour will
be to Rainier Ave. S. during the night-time work.
April 13 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 130
A two-week full closure of Ben:on Road for retaining wall
construction. Local access to City Hall will be maintained from the
north at all times.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCURw"
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARIIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3319 A resolution was read extending the mor,-torium on building permits, land use
Building: Building permits and subdivision permits on property to be deannexed to the City of
Moratorium Request Newcastle until October 13, 1998, or as e.trlier terminated according to the
(Newcastle "Hook") terms herein, or as otherwise extended; property located in the vicinity of
Lake Washington Blvd. NE, NE 50th St. ;:nd SE 72nd Street. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BYCLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3320 A resolution was read approving the Renton Place Division II final plat; 11
Plat: Renton Place single family lots on 1.94 acres located in the vicinity of Talbot Rd. S. and S.
Division 11, Final, Talbot 23rd Street. MOVED BY KEOLKER-W IEELER, SECONDED BY
Rd S/S 23rd St, FP-98- CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
012 CARRIED.
Resolution #3321 A resolution was read authorizing the M,yor and City Clerk to enter into an
Public Works: interlocal agreement with King County acid other nearby jurisdictions for cost
Green/Duwamish sharing in the feasibility phase of the Grccn/Duwamish watershed ecosystem
Watershed Ecosystem restoration study. MOVED BY CLAWSCN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
Restoration Study, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Interlocal Agreement 'ow
(CAG-98-)
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4716 An ordinance was read repealing Ordinar,,;e No. 4695 and adopting
Planning: Shoreline Master amendments to the Shoreline Master Program. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
Program Amendments WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL ALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Councilman Clawson reported that the Stc;te recently approved a new law
Legal: Drug Paraphernalia making it an infraction to sell drug paral liernalia. He hoped that Renton will
Sales (New State Law) enforce this ordinance with vigor when is takes effect.
Transportation: Allocation Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler announ.ed that certain Metropolitan King
of Proposed New Gas Tax County Councilmembers have expressed i-iterest in encouraging the suburban
jurisdictions to contribute their share of proposed $0.023 per gallon local
option gas tax for "regional" projects. Renton's share could amount to
$500,000 annually. MOVED BY KEOLK ER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
PARKER, THIS MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE TRANSPORTATION
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Transportation: Sound Councilman Schlitzer requested that Council receive a presentation on the
Transit (RTA) Alignment alignment alternatives put forth by Sounu Transit (formerly known as the
Proposals Regional Transit Authority, or RTA).
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ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:25 p.m.
N.
MARILYN Y P ERSEN, CMC, City Ccrk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
4/13/98
CITY COUNCIL COMMI'ITEL MEETING CALENDAR
Office of fiv- City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCI ED'ULED AT CITY COtiNCIL MEETING
April 1: , 1998 loom
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COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGE NUA --�
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 4/20 Regional Finance & Governance Plan
(Edwards) 6:00 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 4/20 Vouchers
(Parker) 5:45 p.m.
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT THURS., 4/16 Sign Code Amendments (re: Ejecbrotvc
(Keolker-Wheeler) 3:00 p.m. Message Boards)
*5th Floor Conference Room
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All otb-.r coimuittce meetings aro held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA 13 3
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
April 20, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPR16VAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 13, 1998
4. PROCLAMATION: Days of Remembrance—April 19 through 26, 1998
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk submits petition to vacate a portion of Olympia Ave. NE in the 2100 block and a portion of
NE 23rd Ct. in the 3500 block; petition submitted by Wm. Wayne Jones, Lakeridge Development, Inc.,
PO Box 146, Renton, on 3/09/98. Refer to Board of Public Works; adopt resolution setting a public
hearing on 5/11/98. (See 10.a. for resolution.)
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 4/09/98 for CAG-98-026, Cedar River Regional Park Paving,
Grading& Ballfield Construction; nine bids; project estimate $858,483.00 (base bid); and submits staff
recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, Bargmann Excavation, Inc., in the total
amount of$983,688.00 (including three additive alternates). Council concur.
c. City Clerk reports bid opening on 4/15/98 for CAG-98-029, 1998 Overlay project; four bids; project
estimate $299,192.70; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, M.A.
Segale, Inc., in the total amount of$284,354.90. Council concur.
d. *)mmunity Services Department submits CAG-97-136, Maplewood Golf Course Hole#10 Barrier
etting; and requests approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of
$7,073.51, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$6,274.24 to
Driving Ranges, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
e. Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by Stephen Sward representing Catherine M.
Grubham, administrator of the estate of Terry Duane Grubham, alleging negligent and/or reckless
conduct on the part of Renton police officers who, on 3/27/96, were in pursuit of a car that collided
with a vehicle driven by Terry Grubham, resulting in his death. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance
Services.
f. Development Services Division requests authorization to close Burnett Ave. N. between N. 5th and 6th
Sts. for a period of eight weeks (sometime between April and July) to allow construction associated
with the King County/Bryn Mawr sanitary sewer extension project. Refer to Transportation
Committee.
g. Development Services Division recommends adoption of the reorganized and reformatted Title IV of
Renton's Municipal Code, undertaken to make the regulations easier to locate, use and administer.
Refer to Committee of the Whole.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
h. Surface Water Utility Division recommends acceptance of an ea:,,,,, -int from Springbrook, LLC,
encompassing 2.1 acres along 950 feet of Springbrook Creek be'Lv, -en SR-167 and the S. 55th St.
culvert crossing. The easement is needed to complete a future habitat restoration project along the
creek. Refer to Utilities Committee.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Regional Finance & Governance Plan
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers
c. Planning& Development Committee: Sign Code amendments re: electronic message boards
d. Utilities Committee: Telecommunications Ordinance*
e. Special Presentation: WSDOT I-405 Turnback Agreement*
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Setting a public hearing on 5/11/98 for the Olympia Ave NE/NE 23rd Ct. vacation (see 7.a.)
b. Interlocal agreement with WSDOT re: turnback of property related to I-405 "S"-Curves project
(if approved by Council; see 9.e.)
Ordinances for first reading:
a. Telecommunications Ordinance (see 9.d.)
b. Telecommunications Fee Schedule (see 9.d.)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT .r
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
**6:00 p.m.**
Regional Finance& Governance Plan
now
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CITY COUNCIL,
Apri120, 1998City Clerk's Office
Referrals
Now BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Olympia Ave. NE/NE 23rd Ct. street vacation request (Lakeridge Development, VAC-98-001)
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
CRT-98-007, Catherine M. Grubham (estate of Terry Duane Grubham) v. Renton
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Renton City Code Title IV reformatting and reorganization
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Citizen request to purchase property in lower Kennydale for a park/open space
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Agreement with WSDOT for I-405 S-Curves project property turnback
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Siting of Main Ave. S. power pole relocations
Now TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMMITTEE
Temporary closure of Burnett Ave. from N. 5th to N. 6th (eight weeks)
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Easement from Springbrook, LLC for 2.1 acres along Springbrook Creek between SR-167 & S. 55th St.
Sanitary sewer connections to properties outside Renton's city limits
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Telecommunications Licenses and Franchises (1st reading 4/20/98)
Telecommunications Fees (1 st reading 4/20/98)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
low 4/27/98 —Aberdeen Ave NE/NE 33rd St. street vacation request (Tharp/Clise, VAC-98-002)
4/27/98 — Commute Trip Reduction Ordinance revisions
5/11/98 — Olympia Ave. NE/NE 23rd Ct. street vacation request (Lakeridge Development, VAC-98-001)
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
April 20, 1998 Council Chamber:
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Buildinli
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pro tem Bob Edwards led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and
called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President Pro tom; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY
COUNCILMEMBERS SCHLITZER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; TONI
NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN,
ATTENDANCE City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; SUE CARLSON, Economic
Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Administrator; MIKE
KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning; RICHARD
EVANS, Civil Engineer; GLENN KOST, CIP Project Manager; DEPUTY
CHIEF DON PERSSON, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF APRIL 13, 1998, AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the week of April 19 to
Days of Remembrance: 26, 1998, to be ,Days of Remembrance" in the City of Renton in memory of
4/19/98-4/26/98 the victims and survivors of the Holocaust, and also in memory of their
liberators, and further proclaiming that citizens of Renton should strive to
overcome intolerance and indifference through learning and remembrance.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* The ornamental street lights in the Bronson Way Bridge have been
activated, and will be on for the early part of each night.
* Portions of sidewalks, curbs and gutters will be replaced next week
along S. 3rd St. Most work will be done at night to minimize
inconveniences.
* The second transit workshop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on April 30th
at the Renton Community Center.
Public Works: in Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg Zimmerman announced
Maplewood that the City is investigating a possible fuel pipeline leak in the Maplewood
neighborhood adjacent to Maple Valley Highway. Explaining that the
Olympic Pipeline Co. operates a pipeline which bisects this neighborhood, Mr.
Zimmerman said last Thursday, one of the company's fourteen monitoring
wells in Maplewood detected a 4,000 parts-per-million reading of either gas
or diesel. Though an extremely elevated reading, only one well detected a
problem, suggesting that the contamination was caught very early.
Continuing, Mr. Zimmerman said the City and Olympic Pipeline Co. are
working to identify, contain and mitigate the source of the contamination.
April 20 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 137 157
One possibility is that it is residue from a 1986 incident, when 84,000 gallons
leaked into Maplewood's soil and ground water. The residue could have
remained on or near the water table since that time. Two other possible
sources of the contamination are a new pipeline fracture, or a leaking
■..� residential heating oil tank. Mr. Zimmerman said the problem is probably not
due to a new leak, however, since none of the other monitoring wells detected
elevated levels of contamination. He emphasized that, at this point, the
situation does not present a threat either to public health or to the City's
water supply.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Kimberly A. Browne, 1003 N. 28th Pl., Renton, 98056, requested that the City
Citizen Comment: Browne purchase a 14-acre parcel in lower Kennydale for use as park land and open
- Kennydale space. The property, actually two parcels, is located south of N. 28th Pl. and
Neighborhood Park east of Burnett Ave. and Lake Washington Blvd. Explaining that it was
Proposal recently listed for sale and could potentially be developed with over 80 homes,
Ms. Browne was concerned about the site's various environmentally-sensitive
characteristics, such as Kennydale Creek and steep slopes. She valued the
serene and natural character of the area, and its many varying bird and plant
species. Concluding that this situation affords the City the opportunity to
acquire a neighborhood park for a community which lacks this type of
amenity, she asked for Council's support of this proposal.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
Councilman Corman requested that the information provided to the Committee
for its evaluation of this subject include what portion of the property is not
developable, due to the constraints posed on the site by the existing creek and
steep slopes. He suggested that the undevelopable portion could be designated
as park land, perhaps at minimal cost to the City.
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Ms. Browne said the
property is listed for sale at $1.85 million.
Citizen Comment: Graves LaVerne Graves, 905 N. 28th PI., Renton, 98056, supported the proposal
- Kennydale presented earlier by Ms. Browne that the City purchase property in lower
Neighborhood Park Kennydale for a park or open space. Saying it would be in the City's best
Proposal interest to buy this property, he questioned how the City can afford to
purchase a new municipal building and redevelop the downtown, but not have
money for other, also worthy purposes.
City Attorney Lawrence J. Warren replied that the City did, in fact, try to
purchase this property several times, but could not reach an agreement with
the owners. The funds that were available for this effort were subsequently
used to purchase Tract A in the Black River Riparian Forest.
Glenn Kost, CIP Project Manager, concurred that the City finally concluded
that the owners were simply not interested in selling all or even part of the
property at that time.
Citizen Comment: Dineen Jeff Dineen, 320 Smithers Ave. S., Renton, 98055, presented a petition signed
- Use of City-Owned by 17 property owners and/or residents of Smithers Ave. S., expressing
Downtown Property concern about the City's plans for property it owns on the corner of Burnett
(Smithers/S 4th St) Ave. S. and S. 4th Street. The petition stated that due to this property's
proximity to single family dwellings, any development plans should take into
consideration the desire of nearby residents to maintain their quality of life.
It requested that the City consider all possible uses for this site, including
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long-term parking, and that any and all plans concerning its potential use, sale
or development be made available to all interested parties. The petition
further asked that any decision regarding long-term use or sale of the
property be made by a group including representation from neighboring
property owners. now
Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington said while the City has considered
some options for this site, no one plan or proposal has been formally put
forth. If the City ever does plan to sell the property, it will have to undergo
a public process before doing so.
Sue Carlson, Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning
Department Administrator, added that the City had approved entering into an
agreement with the Downtown Renton Association (DRA) for a long-term
(three to five year) lease of this property for parking. However, when the
DRA dissolved in February, the City once again began considering options for
the property's use.
Councilman Corman commented that according to Renton's Comprehensive
Plan, this part of the downtown will not remain single family forever. He
suggested that interested residents examine the City's long-term plans for this
area, and make their views known if they feel the plans are not appropriate.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Vacation: Olympia Ave City Clerk submitted petition to vacate a portion of Olympia Ave. NE in the
NE/NE 23rd Ct 2100 block and a portion of NE 23rd Ct. in the 3500 block; petition submitted
(Lakeridge Development, by Wm. Wayne Jones, Lakeridge Development, Inc., PO Box 146, Renton, on
VAC-98-001) 3/09/98. Refer to Board of Public Works; set public hearing on 5/11/98 to nm
take testimony on the proposal. (See page 142 for resolution setting the public
hearing.)
CAG: 98-026, Cedar City Clerk reported bid opening on 4/09/98 for CAG-98-026, Cedar River
River Regional Park Regional Park Paving, Grading and Ballfield Construction; nine bids; project
Paving, Gading & estimate $858,483.00 (base bid); and submitted staff recommendation to award
Ballfield Construction, the contract to the low bidder, Bargmann Excavation, Inc., in the total amount
Bargmann Excavation of $983,688.00 (including three additive alternates). Council concur.
CAG: 98-029, 1998 City Clerk reported bid opening on 4/15/98 for CAG-98-029, 1998 Overlay
Overlay, MA Segale project; four bids; project estimate $299,192.70; and submitted staff
recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, M.A. Segale, Inc., in
the total amount of $284,354.90. Council concur.
CAG: 97-136, Maplewood Community Services Department submitted CAG-97-136, Maplewood Golf
Golf Course Hole #10 Course Hole #10 Barrier Netting; and requested approval of the project,
Barrier Netting, Driving authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of $7,073.51,
Ranges Inc commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$6,274.24 to Driving Ranges, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are
obtained. Council concur.
Court Case: 98-007, Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by Stephen Sward
Grubham v Renton representing Catherine M. Grubham, administrator of the estate of Terry
Duane Grubham, alleging negligent and/or reckless conduct on the part of
Renton police officers who, on 3/27/96, were in pursuit of a car that collided
with a vehicle driven by Terry Grubham, resulting in his death. Refer to
City Attorney and Insurance Services.
April 20 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 139
Streets: Burnett Ave N Development Services Division requested authorization to close Burnett Ave.
(5th to 6th) Temporary N. between N. 5th and 6th Sts. for a period of eight weeks (sometime between
Closure, 4/98-7/98 April and July) to allow construction associated with the King County/Bryn
Mawr sanitary sewer extension project. Refer to Transportation Committee.
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Development Services: Development Services Division recommended adoption of the reorganized and
City Code Title IV reformatted Title IV of Renton's Municipal Code, undertaken to make the
Reformatting regulations easier to locate, use and administer. Refer to Committee of the
Whole.
Public Works: Springbrook Surface Water Utility Division recommended acceptance of an easement from
Creek Easement from Springbrook, LLC, encompassing 2.1 acres along 950 feet of Springbrook
Springbrook, LLC for Creek between SR-167 and the S. 55th St. culvert crossing. The easement is
Future Habitat Restoration needed to complete a future habitat restoration project along the creek. Refer
to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Ruth Larson, 714 High Ave. S., Renton,
Citizen Comment: Larson 98055, regarding the proposed turnback agreement with the Washington State
- WSDOT I-405 S-Curves Department of Transportation (WSDOT) for property associated with the
Project Turnback completed I-405 S-Curves project. Mrs. Larson asked that the turnback
Agreement agreement include only the west side of 1-405 in the area of the Main Ave. S.
improvements project. She also requested that: the slope instability issue
specify drainage problems on, but not limited to, the Cedar Ave. extension;
WSDOT agree to remedy the slope instability problem to the City's
satisfaction; and that a firm date be established for landscape maintenance
responsibility, based on full completion of the planting. (See page 142 for
• further discussion of this issue.)
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report regarding the proposed Regional
Committee of the Whole Finance and Governance Plan for King County, prepared by the Regional
Council: Regional Finance Finance & Governance Oversight Committee of the Growth Management
& Governance Plan Planning Council (GMPC). The Committee based its review on a comparison
of the proposed plan against the Suburban Cities Association's (SCA) Regional
Finance & Governance proposal adopted in March of 1997. The SCA position
was endorsed by the Renton City Council in February, 1997.
Based on the Committee's comparison, and on preliminary information from
staff regarding the potential cost impacts of the GMPC's proposed plan, the
Committee of the Whole recommended that the Renton City Council:
1. Not endorse the GMPC's current proposal as drafted.
2. Direct staff to work with and through the Suburban Cities
Association to develop a revised proposal. This process will require
both staff time and money from Renton.
I 3. Direct staff to continue to develop information regarding the
infrastructure and operational deficiencies in our potential
annexation areas (PAAs).
4. Keep this issue in the Committee of the Whole for updates and
decisions in the near future.
ILA 5. Find unacceptable any provision that would compel Renton to enter
into an agreement to fund infrastructure improvements or operations
in potential annexation areas prior to annexations.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claims Vouchers #157514 - 158073; one wire transfer in the total amount
of $1,790,532.11; approval of Payroll Vouchers #158714 - 158982; and 503
direct deposits in the total amount of $1,280,999.46. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
of Claims Vouchers #158074 - 158492; three wire transfers in the total
amount of $3,368,785.89; approval of Payroll Vouchers #158987 - 159249; and
501 direct deposits in the total amount of $1,339,101.40. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Utilities Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report regarding the
Legal: Telecommunications Telecommunications Ordinance. The proposed Telecommunications Licenses
Ordinance and Franchises Ordinance was presented to Council at the Committee of the
Whole meeting of March 10, 1997, and was reviewed by the members of the
Utilities Committee on January 22 and April 9, 1998. The proposed ordinance
was distributed to all telecommunications service providers, and modifications
to the ordinance were made in response to changes requested by providers.
The ordinance establishes a fair process for accepting and reviewing
telecommunications applications, and serves as a referral guide to the Wireless
Communications Facilities Ordinance, the Cable Communications Systems
Ordinance, and the Fee Schedule Ordinance. In addition to establishing a
consistent procedure for registration and review of applications for
telecommunications services, the ordinance requires that all companies identify
any new services being provided, and assures that the City is being properly ■.rr
compensated.
The Utilities Committee recommended that the City Council: 1) approve the
Telecommunications Ordinance; and 2) approve the Fee Schedule Ordinance as
amended to reflect fees for telecommunications services. MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, City Attorney Warren said
nothing in the ordinance will preclude the City from cooperating with other
jurisdictions to jointly site regional wireless communications facilities.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Planning & Development Planning & Development Committee Chair- Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report recommending approval of an amendment to the Sign Code allowing
Development Services: electronic message board signs for auto dealerships located within the
Sign Code Changes re Automall Area. The Committee recommended that an ordinance regarding
Electronic Msg Boards this matter be prepared and presented for Council's consideration and first
reading on April 27th. The Committee further reported that additional study
and consideration of allowing electronic message board signs on a city-wide
basis and for public institutions will be conducted by the Committee.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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EDNSP: CD Zone Changes MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
re Gas Stations, Vehicle COUNCIL LIFT THE MORATORIUM ENACTED BY RESOLUTION 3308
Service etc. ON FEBRUARY 9, 1998, RELATING TO THE PERMITTING OF NEW
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April 20, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes _ Page 141
AND USED VEHICLE SALES, RENTAL., LEASING, REPAIR AND
SERVICE (INCLUDING GAS STATIONS AND CAR WASHES) WITHIN
THE CENTER DOWNTOWN (CD) ZONE AS ORDINANCE 4715 HAS NOW
TAKEN EFFECT. CARRIED.
WSDOT: I-405 S-Curves Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg Zimmerman explained
Project Turnback that the Main Ave. S. improvements, including the installation of new
Agreement communications systems, cannot proceed on schedule without acceptance of
the turnback agreement with the Washington State Department of
Transportation (WSDOT) for property associated with the 1-405 S-Curves
project. This agreement was previously rejected by Council's Transportation
Committee because landscaping and other elements of the S-Curves project
were not complete. However, the current Main Ave. S. project forces the
relocation of several Puget Sound Energy power poles to property identified in
the turnback agreement. Failure to execute the agreement at this time will
require that Puget Sound Energy obtain a permit to install the poles on
WSDOT property. Since it can take nine to twelve months to secure such a
permit, the Main Ave. S. project could be delayed up to one year or longer.
Continuing, Mr. Zimmerman said the turnback agreement has been modified
in response to objections voiced by the Transportation Committee in its earlier
rejection of the agreement. Specifically, WSDOT will remedy, within two
years, the slope instability problem at the intersection of Main Ave. S. and S.
4th Street. The State will also relinquish additional right-of-way neeeded to
accommodate both the relocation of Puget Sound Energy's transmission line in
this area and the construction of a retaining wall on Benson Road (and the
necessary subsequent roadway widening). The landscaping of the turnback
area has been completed.
..r Mr. Zimmerman added that WSDOT will resolve the aforementioned slope
instability problem by repairing the slope and replanting with larger plants to
aid in its stabilization. The State will take further actions as necessary.
Rich Evans, Civil Engineer, concurred that there is no other practical solution
to removing the power poles along Main and relocating them to the turnback
area. Moreover, this action must be acco;nplished before the other aspects of
the project can proceed. Referring to a map, he described the proposed new
sites for the relocated power poles.
Responding to Councilman Parker, Mr. "Zimmerman said although staff is
concerned about the ongoing problem of the slope instability, it feels that
having a signed agreement which stipulates WSDOT's responsibility to remedy
this situation would be in the City's favor. He emphasized that only if
Renton signs the turnback agreement will the State formally incur a specific
contractural obligation to correct the slope.
Councilman Schlitzer supported removing the eastern portion of the turnback
area from the agreement, since this is not needed for the Main Ave. project.
In response to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Mr. Zimmerman said some
of the landscaping funds for the S-Curves project were spent for grading and
other earthmoving work.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler wanted assurance that the relocated power
poles will not affect the views enjoyed by any Renton Hill residents. She also
wondered why the City was proposing to locate power poles in an area already
experiencing slope instability, and feared this would only exacerbate the
current problem.
April 20 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 142
Councilman Corman suggested that the City could proceed with accepting the
turnback agreement, then decide where to locate the power poles. Councilman
Parker agreed that the City's options were slim to none in this situation, as it
needs to move forward with the Main Ave. improvements.
k MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
AUTHORIZE MOVING FORWARD WITH THE TURNBACK
AGREEMENT AS PROPOSED.*
Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler asked whether all the concerns raised by Ruth Larson
have been addressed. Mr. Zimmerman felt they had, with the possible
exception of the perceived drainage problem on the Cedar Ave. extension,
which he had not been aware of. He agreed to look into this for Mrs. Larson.
Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler clarified for the record that WSDOT may have to install
another retaining wall to fix the slope instability problem at Main and 4th,
should other attempts to resolve it fail.
*MOTION CARRIED. (See later this page for resolution.)
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
REFER THE MATTER OF SPECIFIC POWER POLE RELOCATION SITES
TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FOR
EVALUATION, INCLUDING POSSIBLE IMPACT ON VIEWS AND
AESTHETICS. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3322 A resolution was read setting a public hearing on May 11, 1998 for vacating a
Vacation: Olympia Ave portion of Olympia Ave. NE from NE 33rd, north of NE 21st St. (Lakeridge
NE/NE 23rd Ct Development, Inc., VAC-98-001). MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
(Lakeridge Development, CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
VAC-98-001) CARRIED.
Resolution #3323 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
WSDOT: I-405 S-Curves interlocal cooperative agreement with the Washington State Department of
Project Turnback Transportation (WSDOT) concerning turnback of certain property for
Agreement maintenance by the City. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 4/27/98 for second and final reading:
Legal: Telecommunications An ordinance was read amending Title V (Finance and Business Regulations)
Ordinance of City Code by adding Chapter 18, entitled Telecommunications Licenses
and Franchises." MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 4/27/98. CARRIED.
Legal: Telecommunications An ordinance was read amending Section 5-1-1 of Chapter 1, Fee Schedule,
Fees of Title V (Business and Finance Regulations) of City Code by adding a
subsection for telecommunications fees. MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 4/27/98. CARRIED.
April 20, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 143
NEW BUSINESS Announcing that concerns have been raised regarding the City's policy which
Utility: Sanitary Sewer allows connection to Renton's sanitary sewer service by property owners
Connections to Properties outside of the City limits, based on certain criteria, it was MOVED BY
Outside Renton (City CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER
+� Policy) THIS ISSUE TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 9:23 p.m.
MARILYN J. kDTERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
4/20/98
L CITY COUNCIL COMMIT TEE MEETING LENDAR
. Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 20, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA and
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 4/27 Joint Marketing Campaign for Renton;
(Edwards) 6:00 p.m. City Code; Title IV Reorganization
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 4/21 Livable Communities Conference/Fair
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m.
FINANCE MON., 4/27 Vouchers
(Parker) 5:45 p.m.
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler) Now
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 4/21 Burnett Ave. Temporary Street Closure;
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. RTA Bricting on Alternative Light Rail;
Ramp Metering (briefing only)
UTILITIES THURS., 4/23 Easement for Restoration of Upper
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. Springbrook Creek
NNW
Nt)TL: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA 145
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
April 27, 1998
r.. Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 20, 1998
4. PROCLAMATION: Arson Awareness Week—May 3 to 9, 1998
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. Petition to vacate a portion of Aberdeen Ave. NE from NE 33rd St. to NE 36th St., and a portion of
NE 33rd St. from Aberdeen Ave. NE, 450 feet easterly (Tharp/Clise, VAC-98-002)
b. Commute Trip Reduction Ordinance revisions (see 1 I.a. for legislation)
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
■... The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk submits Quarterly Contract List for the period of January 1 to March 31, 1998; 39
agreements totalling $9,329,074.96. Information.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 4/13/98 for CAG-98-028, Cedar River Utility Crossing, Schedule E;
11 bids; project estimate $176,784.51; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the
low bidder, Terra Dynamics, Inc., in the total amount of$188,285.90 (Renton's cost share is
$94,142.95). Council concur. (See also 8.e.)
c. Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by Scoccolo Construction, Inc., alleging breach of
contract and seeking an unspecified monetary judgment in connection with Scoccolo's work as general
contractor for the City's Park Ave. N. improvements project. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance
Services.
d. Development Services Division recommends acceptance of a dedication of right-of-way on the
southwest corner of NE 24th St. and Aberdeen Ave. NE to fulfill a requirement of the Rieker Short
Plat (SHP-97-083). Council concur.
e. Water Utility Division recommends approval of a utilities cooperation agreement accepting
$114,142.95 from King County for Phase III construction of the Cedar River Utility Crossing project,
Schedule E (spawning channel and wetland restoration). Renton's cost share is also $114,142.95.
Council concur. (See agenda item 11. for resolution.)
9. CORRESPONDENCE
10. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Joint Marketing Campaign for Renton; City Code Title IV Reoganization
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
116,0. OLD BUSINESS (continued from reverse side)
b. Community Services Committee: Livable Communities Conference
c. Finance Committee: Vouchers
d. Utilities Committee: Easement for restoration of upper Springbrook Creek
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions: Agreement with King County for Cedar River Utility Crossing, Schedule E (see 8.e.) ..�r
Ordinances for first reading:
a. Commute Trip Reduction Ordinance revisions (see 5.a.)
b. Downtown Sign Code changes (approved via Planning& Development Committee report on 4/13/98)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Telecommunications Ordinance (1 st reading 4/20/98)
b. Telecommunications Fee Schedule (1st reading 4/20/98)
12. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics- call 277-4430 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
**6:00 p.m.**
1. Joint Marketing Campaign for Renton
2. City Code Title IV Reorganization
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Referrals
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
CRT-98-008, Scoccolo Construction, Inc. v. Renton
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Need for public restrooms in the downtown (near the transit center)
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Agreement with King County for cost-sharing of Cedar River Utility Crossing project (Schedule E)
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Enforcement & legality of "sandwich-board" advertising signs
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Commute Trip Reduction revisions (1st reading 4/27/98)
Downtown Sign Code changes (1st reading 4/27/98)
bmw PUBLIC HEARING
5/11/98 — Olympia Ave. NE/NE 23rd Ct. street vacation request (Lakeridge Development, VAC-98-001)
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
April 27, 1998 Council Chamber
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Buildin
MINUTES and
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pro tem Bob Edwards led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and
called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President Pro tem; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY
COUNCILMEMBERS SCHLITZER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; TONI
NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN,
ATTENDANCE City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk; MARK PYWELL, Senior
Planner; BATTALION CHIEF KRIS HANSON, Fire Department; ABDOUL
GAFOUR, Civil Engineer; TOM BOYNS, Property Services Supervisor;
STEPHEN ROLLE, Civil Engineer; DEPUTY CHIEF DON PERSSON, Police
Department.
PRESS Denis Law, Renton Reporter
Elizabeth Parker, Renton Reporter
Clare Booth, South County Journal
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF APRIL 20, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the week of May 3 to 9,
"Arson Awareness Week," 1998, to be "Arson Awareness Week" in the City of Renton, and encouraging
May 3-9, 1998 all citizens to show their appreciation for the efforts and sacrifices made by
public servants who protect Renton families and property from loss due to the
violent and senseless crime of arson, and who diligently work to deter further
incidents of intentionally set fires.
Battalion Chief Kris Hanson accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Fire
Department, noting that arson is the leading cause of property loss due to fire.
Nationwide, arson fires kill over 700 people annually.
PUBLIC HEARINGS This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published
Vacation: Aberdeen Ave in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Pro tem Edwards opened the
NE/NE 33rd St public hearing to consider the petition to vacate a portion of Aberdeen Ave.
(Tharp/Clise, VAC-98- NE from NE 33rd St. to NE 36th St., and a portion of NE 33rd St. from
002) Aberdeen Ave. NE, 450 feet easterly (Tharp/Clise, VAC-98-002).
Tom Boyns, Property Services Supervisor, explained that the petitioners have
requested the vacation of the above-described undeveloped right-of-way in
exchange for right-of-way to be dedicated within the proposed Stafford Crest
plat. Renton's City Code allows property (or property rights) to be accepted
in lieu of part or all of the compensation that would have been due from a
City-vacated right-of-way. The usual appraisal and compensation will be
waived since the vacated right-of-way will be offset by the dedicated right-
of-way.
Continuing, Mr. Boyns reported that neighbors owning property to the east ofrrl
the proposed vacation have expressed concern about retaining access to their
lots. In response, the plat was reconfigured to provide a connecting right-of-
way between the new roads in the plat and NE 33rd Street.
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Mr. Boyns noted staff and the Board of Public Works recommend that the
vacation be approved, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the ordinance vacating the City rights be held until the
proposed plat of Stafford Crest receives final approval. The
ordinance and the plat are to be recorded concurrently; and
2. That the plat include a dedication of right-of-way sixty feet in
width connecting the remaining portion of NE 33rd Street to the
newly dedicated right-of-way within the plat in order to assure
access for property owners who front NE 33rd Street.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
Responding to Councilman Corman, Mr. Boyns assured him that the
connection to NE 33rd Street will be addressed when the Hearing Examiner
considers the plat. Mr. Corman emphasized that this provision must be made
clear to prevent any confusion over the development of this access in the
future.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE VACATION PETITION AS REQUESTED, SUBJECT TO
THE CONDITIONS RECOMMENDED BY STAFF AND THE BOARD OF
PUBLIC WORKS. CARRIED.
Transportation: Commute This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published
6 Trip Reduction (CTR) in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Pro tem Edwards opened the
Ordinance Changes public hearing to consider the proposed revisions to Renton's Commute Trip
Reduction Ordinance.
Steve Rolle, Civil Engineer, explained that the proposed changes were
prompted by last year's revisions to the State's Commute Trip Reduction
(CTR) law. The State's CTR program, designed to reduce single occupant
vehicle commuting, targets larger employers in urban areas.
Mr. Rolle said the first change will adjust the timeline for CTR goal
attainment, because the original goals were deemed too ambitious. The new
timeline seeks a 35% reduction in SOV traffic by 2005 -- six years later than
the original 1999 goal. Other revisions clarify the intent of existing rules and
create more uniformity in the application of rules among jurisdictions. They
also clarify what does or does not constitute a violation of the regulations, and
spell out procedures for goal modifications, program credits, and exemptions.
Concluding, Mr. Rolle said staff recommends approval of the proposed
changes to achieve consistency with the revised State law and CTR Task Force
guidelines.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED. (See page 152 for ordinance.)
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
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* The National Marine Fisheries Service has authorized the Washington
State Department of Fisheries to issue the Hydraulic Project
Approval permit needed for the Cedar River Flood Hazard
Reduction project.
* Revisions were completed on the southbound Sunset Blvd. NE lanes "14
approaching Maple Valley Highway to allow single occupancy
vehicle use of both left-turn lanes from Sunset to the highway.
* The recent Washington State Supreme Court decision requiring US
West to credit its customers for overcharges will reduce Renton's
utility tax revenue by approximately $75,000.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11th PI., Renton, 98056, commended the City for last
Citizen Comment: Evans - weekend's limited hydroplane race held at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park.
Gene Coulon Hydroplane He hoped this will become an annual event.
Races
Citizen Comment: Richter Marjorie Richter, 300 Meadow Ave. N., Renton, 98055, concurred that last
- Renton High School weekend's hydroplane races were very well run. On another subject, she
Students' Community reported that numerous students at Renton High School are working to change
Interest the image of their school. Towards that end, they have volunteered to clean
up Second Avenue as part of the "Put a Shine on Downtown Renton" event on
May 8th and 9th. They have also expressed interest in participating in other
community activities. Mrs. Richter said these students deserve recognition for
helping to change the image of Renton.
Citizen Comment: Wayne Reynolds, 55 Logan Ave. S., Renton, 98055, reported that many people
Reynolds - Gene Coulon were angry last weekend when they learned they could not launch their boats
Hydroplane Races & Boat at Gene Coulon because of the hydroplane races. Mr. Reynolds added that
Launch Unavailability the situation was further worsened by the fact that every other public boat
launch north to Bellevue and west to Seattle was full.
Councilman Parker suggested that one way to minimize future inconveniences
would be for the City to specifically notify purchasers of launch permits when
the Gene Coulon boat launch will be closed for special events.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
City Clerk: Quarterly City Clerk submitted Quarterly Contract List for the period of January 1 to
Contract List, 1/01/98- March 31, 1998; 39 agreements totalling $9,329,074.96. Information.
3/31/98
CAG: 98-028, Cedar City Clerk reports bid opening on 4/13/98 for CAG-98-028, Cedar River
River Utility Xing Utility Crossing, Schedule E; 11 bids; project estimate $176,784.51; and
(Schedule E), Terra submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,
Dynamics Terra Dynamics, Inc., in the total amount of $188,285.90 (Renton's cost share
is $94,142.95). Council concur.
Court Case: 98-008, Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by Scoccolo Construction,
Scoccolo Construction v Inc., alleging breach of contract and seeking an unspecified monetary
Renton judgment in connection with Scoccolo's work as general contractor for the
City's Park Ave. N. improvements project. Refer to City Attorney and
Insurance Services.
Plat: Rieker Short Plat Development Services Division recommended acceptance of a dedication of Ono
(SHP-97-083), ROW right-of-way on the southwest corner of NE 24th St. and Aberdeen Ave. NE
Dedication on NE 24th & to fulfill a requirement of the Rieker Short Plat (SHP-97-083). Council
Aberdeen concur.
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CAG: 98-, Cedar River Water Utility Division recommended approval of a utilities cooperation
Utility Xing (Schedule E), agreement accepting $114,142.95 from King County for Phase III construction
King County of the Cedar River Utility Crossing project, Schedule E (spawning channel
..� and wetland restoration). Renton's cost share is also $114,142.95. Council
concur. (See page 152 for resolution.)
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Pro tem Parker presented a report recommending that the
Committee of the Whole City partner with other key community stakeholders to develop an intensive
EDNSP: Joint Marketing three-year Renton Community Marketing Campaign. This program will create
Campaign for Renton an aggressive, comprehensive marketing plan to recruit quality companies to
Renton in a very competitive regional marketplace. This will allow the City
to diversify its employment base, increase tax revenues that can be used to
provide increased City services, ensure a healthy and vital local economy, and
improve the image of Renton in the community and the region. The
Committee further recommended that Council appropriate $50,000 from
unallocated hotel/motel tax revenues to be combined with funds already
budgeted for a business recruitment marketing campaign. It is anticipated
that future contributions of $100,000 annually will be budgeted from the
hotel/motel fund as part of the 1999-2000 budget. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Development Services: Council President Pro tem Parker presented a report concurring with the staff
City Code Title IV recommendation to approve the reorganized City Code Title IV, Development
Reformatting Regulations, and associated amendments to other titles. The Committee
further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter be presented
for first reading on May 4, 1998. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claims Vouchers #158493 - 158944; two wire transfers in the total amount
of $2,130,833.04; approval of Payroll Vouchers #159252 - 159505; and 498
direct deposits in the total amount of $1,249,287.08. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Public Works: Springbrook concurrence in the Planning/Building/Public Works Department's
Creek Easement from recommendation that Council accept the dedication of an approximately 2.1
Springbrook, LLC for acre easement along Springbrook Creek between SR-167 and the S. 55th Street
Future Habitat Restoration culvert crossing. No expenditure is required to secure the easement. MOVED
BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Personnel: Vacant Position Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Chief Administrative Officer
Recruitments Jay Covington said the City has contracted with Waldron & Associates to
provide recruitment services for the vacant Community Services Administrator
and the Human Resources and Risk Management Administrator positions.
The consultant is recruiting both in-house and externally, with the selection
vmfor both positions expected to take place in late May or early June. First
round interviews for the Recreation Director position (also advertised
internally and externally) will be held this week.
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Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler requested a written follow-up on this subject, to
include information on the costs associated with contracting for these
recruitment services.
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Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding
Committee King County's Livable Communities Conference and Fair, planned for
Council: King County November 7, 1998 at Seattle Center. The purpose of the fair is to highlight
Livable Communities Fair constituent and consumer choices, neighborhood action, and advocacy
Sponsorship Request organizations. The City has been invited to be a sponsor of this event.
Sponsorship requires a donation of $1,500 to $3,000 in cash, plus staffing of a
booth at the event. The Committee recommended that the City decline the
invitation to be a sponsor of this event, after consideration of the costs and
staff time involved to participate in the fair. MOVED BY NELSON,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3324 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a
CAG: 98-, Cedar River utilities cooperation agreement with King County for Phase III construction of
Utility Xing (Schedule E), the Cedar River Utility Crossing project, Schedule E (spawning channel and
King County wetland restoration). MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 5/04/98 for second and final reading:
Transportation: Commute An ordinance was read amending Chapter 13, Commute Trip Reduction, of
Trip Reduction (CTR) Title X (Traffic), of City Code by incorporating recent legislative and
Ordinance Changes administrative change to the State's commute trip reduction program.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
5/04/98. CARRIED.
Planning: Downtown (City An ordinance was read amending Chapter 20, Sign Code, and deleting
Center) Sign Code subsection 4-31-14.A.1 of Chapter 31, Zoning Code, of Title IV (Building
Regulations) of City Code relating to regulation of signs in the City Center
area as defined, adding and amending definitions, and making minor
amendments to the Sign Code. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/04/98. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second reading and adoption:
Ordinance #4717 An ordinance was read amending Title V (Finance and Business Regulations)
Legal: Telecommunications of City Code by adding Chapter 18, entitled "Telecommunications Licenses
Ordinance and Franchises." MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED.
ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance #4718 An ordinance was read amending Section 5-1-1 of Chapter 1, Fee Schedule,
Legal: Telecommunications of Title V (Business and Finance Regulations) of City Code by adding a VU00
Fees subsection for telecommunications fees. MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
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NEW BUSINESS Councilman Schlitzer relayed concerns relating to sandwich-board advertising
Legal: Sandwich-Board signs; specifically, that certain businesses seem to have been targeted for
Advertising Signs enforcement regarding these while other businesses are not bothered. He felt
this issue warranted discussion from an enforcement standpoint, in addition to
the overall question of whether or not this type of signage should be allowed.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE PLANNING &
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Executive: Move to New Responding to Councilman Schlitzer, Chief Administrative Officer Jay
City Hall over July Fourth Covington confirmed that many of the departments in City Hall are scheduled
Weekend to move to the new municipal building over the Fourth of July weekend. Not
all employees will be required to be present, since the City is contracting with
a moving company to do a great deal of the work involved. Mr. Covington
explained the need to have sufficient time in which to install the electronic
gear in the Council Chambers, and this weekend appeared to be the best
option.
Council: Public Restrooms Councilman Clawson stated that the need for public restrooms in the
in the Downtown downtown is urgent, and cannot wait for the development of the permanent
transit center or the piazza. He explained this is primarily a sanitation
problem. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
REFER THE QUESTION OF WHETHER THE CITY CAN PROVIDE
TEMPORARY RESTROOMS IN THE DOWNTOWN (IN THE GENERAL
AREA OF THE TRANSIT CENTER) TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Mayor Pro tem Edwards also asked that the Administration look into the
problem of litter in this same area. He suggested this could be alleviated by
placing more trash bins near the transit center.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:38 p.m.
MARILYN J. E SEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
4/27/98
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 27, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA +�+'
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 5/04 First Quarter Financial Report
(Edwards) 6:45 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE
(Parker)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler) wow
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
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NOTE: Conunittee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA 5
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
May 4, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Commendation to Fire Department Battalion Chief Kris Hanson for
Valley Medical Center Emergency Evacuation on 4/29/98
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
�... a. City Clerk reports appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision denying a conditional use permit for
installation of communications antennas at Shurgard Storage, 1755 NE 48th Street (CU-97-092);
appeal filed on 4/23/98 by Willliam H. Chapman, Preston Gates &Ellis, 701 Fifth Ave., Seattle,
98104, representing Western Wireless. Refer to Planning, & Development Committee.
Consideration of the appeal by the Council shall be based solely upon the record, the Hearing
Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional written submissions by parties allowed
by Code (RMC 4-8-16.C).
b. Community Services Department submits CAG-97-124, Philip Arnold Park Playground Equipment
Installation project; and requests approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the
amount of$4,722.04, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$3,625.54 to Promark Landscaping & Construction, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are
obtained. Council concur.
c. Court Case filed by Richard and Rachelle Maxwell, husband and wife, and Dusten Maxwell, a minor,
alleging negligence and seeking unspecified monetary damages as compensation for injuries sustained
by Dustein Maxwell on 7/12/95, when he nearly drowned at the City-owned Henry Moses Swimming
Pool. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
d. Hearing Examiner recommends approval of the Austin Site rezone from Medium Industrial (IM) to
Commercial Office (CO); 3.2 acres located at 800 SW 16th Street (R-97-161). Council concur. (See
9.a. for ordinance.)
e. Transportation Systems Division submits CAG-96-001, Lake Washington Boulevard Bicycle and
Pedestrian Facilities; and requests approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the
amount of$114,893.85, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$62,679.36 to Tydico Construction Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council
concur.
7. CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from Norma Lou Jones, President, Renton Historical Society, 235 Mill Ave. S., Renton, 98055,
expressing appreciation for the City's accomplishment in relighting the historic Cedar River Bridge.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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8. OLD AUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
9. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ordinances for first reading:
a. Austin site rezone (see 6.d.)
b. Monster Rd. SW/SW 16th St. street vacation (Schober/VAC-97-003; Council approved appraisal on
2/23/98; compensation paid on 4/20/98)
c. Renton City Code Title IV reorganization (approved by Council on 4/27/98)
d. Amending sections in City Code by incorporating language that was previously contained in Title IV
e. Approving electronic message boards for auto dealerships located in the Automall area(approved via
Planning & Development Committee report on 4/20/98)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Commute Trip Reduction Ordinance revisions (1 st reading 4/27/98)
b. Downtown Sign Code changes (lst reading 4/27/98)
10. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics- call 277-4430 for recorded information)
11. AUDIENCE COMMENT
12. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
**6:45 p.m.**
First Quarter Financial Report
Ono
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May 4, 1998 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
CRT-98-009, Richard, Rachelle and Dusten Maxwell v. Renton
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
City-wide park security policies (citizen comments re: security at Teasdale Park)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Appeal by Western Wireless of Hearing Examiner decision denying conditional use permit for antennas
City neighborhood identification effort
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Limitation on number of household pets per residence
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Seaplane noise and safety concerns at Renton Municipal Airport (comments from Ralph Evans)
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
SW 16th St./Monster Rd. street vacation for Dennis Schober(1st reading 5/04/98)
City Code Title IV reorganization (lst reading 5/04/98)
City Code Title IV reorganization (revisions to other Code titles) (1st reading 5/04/98)
Electronic message board signs for auto dealerships in the Automall area (1 st reading 5/04/98)
PUBLIC HEARING
5/11/98 — Olympia Ave. NE/NE 23rd Ct. street vacation request (Lakeridge Development, VAC-98-001)
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
May 4, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
MINUTES
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CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER;
RANDY CORMAN.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; SUSAN CARLSON, Economic Development, Neighborhoods &
Strategic Planning Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of
Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning; COMMANDER DENNIS GERBER,
Police Department; CHIEF A. LEE WHEELER, Fire Department; DEPUTY
CHIEF ART LARSON, Fire Department; DEPUTY CHIEF GARY GOTTI,
Fire Department; BATTALION CHIEF KRIS HANSON, Fire Department.
PRESS Denis Law, Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Fire Chief A. Lee Wheeler reported that last Wednesday, the entire Valley
PRESENTATION Medical Center was evacuated due to a total power outage. Over one hundred
Fire: Valley Medical patients were safely relocated to other medical facilities, with no casualties or
Center Emergency injuries.
Evacuation
Deputy Chief Gary Gotti read a commendation by Chief Wheeler which
praised Battalion Chief Kris Hanson for displaying exemplary skills and
leadership in overseeing this complex and sensitive incident. He added that
all Renton firefighters, King County medics and other agencies who
participated in the evacuation can take pride in a job well done.
Battalion Chief Hanson credited the evacuation's success to all those who had
a hand in it, as well as to important regional cooperation processes and
procedures that were implemented over the last 20 years.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* The City Council agendas and minutes are now available on the
City's web site, located at www.ci.renton.wa.us.
* The King County Council's Utilities and Natural Resources
Committee voted unanimously to recommend that King County
contribute $1,050,000 to Renton's Cedar River flood control project.
* Pumps associated with Maplewood Well #12 were installed last week.,�,r,
* A second public meeting on the downtown transit center was held
Thursday, April 30th, at which time preferred alternatives were
selected.
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AUDIENCE COMMENT Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11th Pl., Renton, 98056, described problems with
Citizen Comment: Evans - seaplane noise and safety at Renton's Municipal Airport, saying these have
Airplane Noise gone unresolved for several years. He felt that the larger seaplane operators
were simply not interested in addressing these issues.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER
THIS SUBJECT TO THE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Deacy - Don Deacy, 11002 SE 176th, #B202, Renton, 98058, suggested that the City
Whitworth Ave S Dead- perform or require the clean-up of brush at the dead end of Whitworth Ave.
End Brush S. to make this area safer.
Citizen Comment: Larsen Darlene Larsen, 2211 Williams Ave. S., Renton, 98055, expressed concern
- Teasdale Park Security regarding safety and security issues at Teasdale Park on Talbot Hill, saying
she has witnessed progressively more late-night activity at this location,
including vandalism, drug use and other criminal actions. She suggested that
the City install a gate at the parking entrance, to be locked nightly at dusk in
an effort to help secure the park and keep the surrounding neighborhood safe.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
REFER THE MATTER OF CITY-WIDE PARK SECURITY POLICIES TO
THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Garrett Juanita Garrett, 2217 Williams Ave. S., Renton, 98055, noted her concurrence
- Teasdale Park Security with Mrs. Larsen's remarks regarding security at Teasdale Park.
Citizen Comment: King - James King, 706 S. 23rd St., Renton, 98055, also noted his agreement with
Teasdale Park Security Mrs. Larsen's remarks.
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CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. At Council President Edward's request, item 6.d. was removed for
separate consideration.
Appeal: Western Wireless City Clerk reported appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision denying a
(Denied CUP for CMU conditional use permit for installation of communications antennas at Shurgard
Antennas at 1755 NE 48th Storage, 1755 NE 48th Street (CU-97-092); appeal filed on 4/23/98 by
St), CU-97-092 William H. Chapman, Preston Gates & Ellis, 701 Fifth Ave., Seattle, 98104,
representing Western Wireless. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
CAG: 97-124, Philip Community Services Department submitted CAG-97-124, Philip Arnold Park
Arnold Park Playground Playground Equipment Installation project; and requested approval of the
Equipment, Promark project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of $4,722.04,
Landscaping commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$3,625.54 to Promark Landscaping & Construction, Inc., contractor, if all
required releases are obtained. Council concur.
Court Case: CRT-98-009, Court Case filed by Richard and Rachelle Maxwell, husband and wife, and
Maxwell v Renton Dusten Maxwell, a minor, alleging negligence and seeking unspecified
monetary damages as compensation for injuries sustained by Dusten Maxwell
on 7/12/95, when he nearly drowned at the City-owned Henry Moses
Swimming Pool. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
CAG: 96-001, Lk Wash Transportation Systems Division submitted CAG-96-001, Lake Washington
Blvd Bike & Ped Boulevard Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities; and requested approval of the
Facilities, Tydico project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of $114,893.85,
May 4 _1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page i i.
• 4 commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
x $62,679.36 to Tydico Construction Inc., contractor, if all required releases are
obtained. Council concur.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE NNW
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 6.d. FOR
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration Hearing Examiner recommended approval of the Austin Site rezone from
Item 6.d. Medium Industrial (IM) to Commercial Office (CO); 3.2 acres located at 800
Rezone: Austin Site, 800 SW 16th Street (R-97-161).
SW 16th St, from IM to
CO (R-97-161)
Citizen Comment: Roush - Correspondence was read from Jeffrey A. Roush, Martin Smith Real Estate
Austin Site Rezone, 800 Services, 1109 First Ave. Suite 500, Seattle, 98101. Mr. Roush requested that
SW 16th St, from IM to the Austin Site rezone (3.2 acres located at 800 SW 16th Street, File No. R-97-
CO (R-97-161) 161) be held in abeyance until the end of this year, pending efforts to market
the property for potential hotel development.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Norma Lou Jones, President, Renton Historical
Citizen Comment: Jones - Society, 235 Mill Ave. S., Renton, 98055, expressing appreciation for the
Cedar River Bridge City's accomplishment in relighting the historic Cedar River Bridge.
Historic Lighting
OLD BUSINESS Commending staff on the recent reorganization of City Code Title IV,
Development Services: Councilman Corman inquired about "interim" ordinances in this section of the
City Code Title IV Code. Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington replied that this phase of
Reorganization the Title IV work concentrated only on reorganizing the material. Phase II
will clarify and reword content, where needed. iiid
Legal: Household Pet MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THE
Limitations CODE REGULATION WHICH LIMITS HOUSEHOLD PETS (INCLUDING
DOGS, CATS, RODENTS, DOMESTIC BIRDS AND FISH) TO THREE OR
LESS PER RESIDENCE TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
RESOLUTIONS Council meeting of 5/11/98 for second and final reading:
Vacation: SW An ordinance was read vacating a portion of SW 16th Street and Monster
16th/Monster Rd Road SW between SW Grady Way and SW Jackson Street (Schober, VAC-97-
(Schober, VAC-97-003) 003). MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
5/11/98. CARRIED.
Development Services: An ordinance was read repealing the existing Title IV (Building Regulations)
City Code Title IV of City Code and adopting the reorganized Title IV (Development
Reorganization Regulations). MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 5/11/98. CARRIED.
Development Services: An ordinance was read amending Title I (Administrative), Title II
City Code Title IV (Commissions and Boards), Title III (Departments), Title V (Business
Reorganization Regulations), Title VII (Fire Regulations), Title VIII (Health and Sanitation),
and Title IX (Public Ways and Property) of City Code by incorporating Code
language which was formerly located within Title IV (Building Regulations),
and deleting certain Code sections which will now be located within Title IV.
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MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER
THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/11/98.
CARRIED.
r�r Development Services: An ordinance was read amending Chapter 20, Sign Code, of Title IV (Building
Electronic Msg Board Regulations) of City Code by allowing electronic message board signs for auto
Signs for Auto Dealerships dealerships located within the Automall area. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
(Automall Area) SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/11/98. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4719 An ordinance was read amending Chapter 13, Commute Trip Reduction, of
Transportation: Commute Title X (Traffic), of City Code by incorporating recent legislative and
Trip Reduction (CTR) administrative changes to the State's commute trip reduction program.
Ordinance Changes MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL:
ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance #4720 An ordinance was read amending Chapter 20, Sign Code, and deleting
Planning: Downtown (City subsection 4-31-14.A.1 of Chapter 31, Zoning Code, of Title IV (Building
Center) Sign Code Regulations) of City Code relating to regulation of signs in the City Center
area as defined, adding and amending definitions, and making minor
amendments to the Sign Code. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL
CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Council President Edwards invited public participation in the downtown area's
Community Event: 1998 "Put a Shine on Downtown Renton" clean-up event, scheduled for Friday and
r... "Put a Shine on Downtown Saturday, May 8th and 9th.
Renton"
Planning: City Area Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler proposed a neighborhood identification
Identification Effort effort by which individual areas or districts (be they residential or
commercial) could be distinguished using mechanisms such as signage.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL REFER THIS CONCEPT TO THE PLANNING &
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FOR EXPLORATION. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:37 p.m.
MARILYN11. kVFERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
5/04/98
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Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 4, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA Now
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 5/11 *CANCELLED*
(Edwards)
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 5/05 Downtown Transit Center Restroom
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Facilities
FINANCE MON., 5/11 Vouchers
(Parker) 7:00 p.m.
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT THURS., 5/07 Main Ave. S. Power Pole Relocations;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Optional DNS Process now
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 5/05 Transit Center Workshop Results
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. (information only);
Pedestrian Priority @ Intersections;
Burnett Ave. S. Temporary Closure;
Local Gas Tax Funding
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA 1 ' 3
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
5
REGULAR MEETING
May 11, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MAY 4, 1998
4. PROCLAMATION: American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Sales Days, May 15 —26, 1998
5. PUBLIC HEARING: Petition for street vacation—portion of Olympia Ave. NE from NE 33rd St. north
of NE 21st St. (Lakeridge Development/VAC-98-001)
6. ADMIMSTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
r The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner reappoints Judith Mulligan, 427 Ferndale Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, to the Library Board
for a five-year term expiring 6/01/2003. Council concur.
b. Mayor Tanner reappoints Joan Moffatt, 3709 Meadow Ave. N., Renton, 98056, to the Park Board for
a four-year term expiring 6/01/2002. Council concur.
c. Economic Development, Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department recommends expanding the
area of the Automall to facilitate land assemblage for future dealerships, and to extend certain landscape
standards, signage and right-of-way improvements to existing dealerships located near(but not
currently within) the Automall. Refer to Planning &Development Committee.
d. Finance and Information Services Department and Community Services Department recommend
installation of energy-efficient lighting at the new City Hall building to conserve energy, save on
maintenance costs, and reduce glare. The $272,000 expense will be funded through State-issued
conservation bonds, which the City will repay over a ten-year period with the savings realized from
reduced electrical costs. Refer to Finance Committee.
e. Surface Water Utility Division requests approval of agreements with the Washington State Department
of Natural Resources and others for miscellaneous activities associated with the Cedar River Section
205 Flood Damage Reduction project. Council concur. (See 1 I.a. for resolution.)
f. Transportation Division recommends approval of twelve lease addendums for Renton Municipal
Airport ground leases to reflect the new ground lease rate that was determined through arbitration.
Council concur.
g. Transportation Division recommends approval of a construction easement with Metro for installation of
the Bryn Mawr Sewer System Improvement project beneath the north end of the Airport runway and
taxiways. Council concur.
9. CORRESPONDENCE
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
10 OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: Downtown Transit Center Restroom Facilities
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers
c. Planning & Development Committee: Optional DNS Process*
d. Transportation Committee: Burnett Ave. S. Temporary Closure*
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Cedar River Flood Control project interlocal agreements (see 8.e.)
b. Burnett Ave. S. temporary closure (see 10.d.)
Ordinance for first reading:
Optional DNS Process (see 10.c.)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Monster Rd. SW/SW 16th St. street vacation (Schober/VAC-97-003;1st reading 5/04/98)
b. Renton City Code Title IV reorganization (1st reading 5/04/98)
c. Amending sections in City Code by incorporating language that was previously contained in Title IV
(1st reading 5/04/98)
d. Approving electronic message boards for auto dealerships located in the Automall area (1st reading
5/04/98)
12. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. AJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
*CANCELLED*
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SA'T'URDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
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Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Extend an invitation to the limited hydroplane race sponsors to host another race at Gene Coulon Park (also
forward public comments)
CITY ATTORNEY
Prepare resolution suspending the ordinance relating to A-frame signs pending study
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Installation of energy-efficient lighting at the new City Hall building
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Agreements with Dept. of Natural Resources, et al., for the Cedar River Dredging project
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Expansion of the Automall area to facilitate land assemblage for future dealerships and to extend landscape
standards, etc.
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Optional DNS Process (1st reading 5/11/98)
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
May 11, 1998 Council Chamber-
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Buildin;
MINUTES "00
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER;
RANDY CORMAN.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney;
ATTENDANCE BRENDA FRITSVOLD, Deputy City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; TOM BOYNS, Property
Services Supervisor; BETTY NOKES, Economic Development Director; ROSS
HATHAWAY, Civil Engineer; COMMANDER KEVIN MILOSEVICH, Police
Department.
PRESS Sue Kidd, South County Journal
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF MAY 4, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read bestowing upon John Keister, host
Honorary Citizen of of the television show Almost Live, the rank of Honorary Citizen of Renton
Renton, John Keister of with the rights and privileges thereunto pertaining. The proclamation further
Almost Live thanked Mr. Keister for his admirable efforts in assisting the City of Renton
with its new marketing campaign to diversify the Renton community.
Mayor Tanner presented the proclamation to Mr. Keister, thanking him for
promoting the City of Renton. Describing his long history with Renton, Mr.
Keister said that he would cherish the certificate and display it prominently.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the days of May 15
American Legion through 26, 1998, to be American Legion Poppy Sales Days in the City of
Auxiliary Poppy Sales Renton, and urging Renton citizens to recognize the merits of this cause by
Days, May 15-26, 1998 contributing to its support through the donation of funds for poppies as
symbols of appreciation for the sacrifices of our nation's honored dead.
Lorna Taylor accepted the proclamation on behalf of the American Legion,
explaining that every cent raised by poppy sales is used to aid veterans in the
local area.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published
Vacation: Olympia Ave in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public
NE, Lakeridge hearing to consider a petition to vacate a portion of Olympia Ave. NE from no
Development/VAC-98- NE 33rd St. north of NE 21st St. (Lakeridge Development/VAC-98-001).
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Tom Boyns, Property Services Supervisor, explained that the petitioner seeks
this vacation to correct an oversight at the time of platting the Honey Creek
Ridge Division III, which left an unusual triangular right-of-way. Olympia
Ave. NE has since been constructed adjacent to the right-of-way. He noted
WSWAve.
are no City utilities within the right-of-way, however, Puget Sound
Energy has requested time to obtain an easement for their existing
underground facilities in this location.
Continuing, Mr. Boyns said following normal vacation procedures would
landlock Lot 1 in the adjacent plat. As a solution, the petitioner has agreed to
transfer a sufficient portion of the vacated right-of-way to the owner of Lot
1 to ensure adequate access to Olympia Ave. NE. Mr. Boyns added that the
owner of Lot 1 has agreed to participate in a lot line adjustment giving the
property 35 feet of frontage on Olympia Ave. NE.
Staff and the Board of Public Works recommended that the vacation be
granted, waiving the appraisal and costs, subject to the following conditions:
* The petitioner file a lot line adjustment allowing adequate frontage along
Olympia Ave. NE to meet building code as a buildable lot, and record the
ordinance concurrently with the lot line adjustment when approved.
* The City retain an easement over the northwesterly fifty feet of the
property being vacated for the City's trail system.
Responding to Councilman Schlitzer, Mr. Boyns said that the developer and
the owner of Lot 1 should be able to grant an easement for the underground
facilities concurrently with filing for the lot line adjustment.
In response to Councilman Corman, Mr. Boyns said that the fifty foot
easement the City pians to retain is more than adequate for a trail. He
explained that the easement will be nonexclusive which means it cannot block
access to Lot 1. The future owner of Lot 1 will be made aware of the
possibility that a trail may be constructed.
Audience comment was invited.
Wayne Jones, PO Box 146, Renton, 98057, president of Lakeridge
Development, Inc., clarified that he had executed the Puget Power easement
documents requested of him for Lots 2 and 3.
There being no further audience comment, it was MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
In response to Councilman Parker, Mr. Boyns said that a lot line adjustment
can take between three weeks to six months to process, depending on the
amount of survey work required.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL APPROVE THE VACATION AS REQUESTED, SUBJECT TO
THE RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Deputy City Clerk Brenda Fritsvold reviewed a written administrative report
REPORT summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work programs
adoptad as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included:
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* Thursday, May 7th, was the start date for the WSDOT SR-900 overlay
project on Bronson Way N. and Mill Ave. S.
* On April 25th and 26th, a limited hydroplane race took place at Gene
Coulon Memorial Beach Park as a result of a joint effort by the
promoter, the City's Recreation Division and Police and Fire
Departments, and the Mercer Island Marine patrol.
* The Renton Police Department is sponsoring the 24th session of its
Citizen's Academy, a program designed to educate Renton residents, local
business merchants and employees about the operation of their local
police department.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Marge Richter, 300 Meadow Ave. N., Renton, 98055, announced that the
Citizen Comment: Richter volunteer's annual recognition event was a success. On another subject, she
- City Volunteer reported that despite the bad weather, the "Put a Shine on Downtown Renton"
Recognition, "Put a Shine held on May 8th and 9th was successful. She thanked all participants,
on Downtown Renton" especially the students from Renton and Lindbergh high schools who
volunteered their time.
Citizen Comment: Alice Maxwell, 465 Renton Center Way SW, Renton, 98055, commented that
Maxwell - Sandwich- she received a letter from the City's Code Enforcement Officer informing her
Board Advertising Signs that she is not allowed to use A-frame ("sandwich-board") signs to advertise
her business. She stated that she has used professionally made A-frame signs
for twenty-nine years and they are her most effective means of advertising.
Ms. Maxwell noted that many businesses use sandwich-board signs to advertise
and asked if all business were told to remove them.
Mayor Tanner stated that approximately 50 businesses received a letter
relating to this type of violation as a result of one person's complaint.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler said that this item has already been referre
to the Planning & Development Committee for discussion. Councilman Parker
recommended that the penalty phase of this particular violation be temporarily
rescinded while the matter is in committee.
City Attorney Lawrence J. Warren replied that it would be better to suspend
the entire ordinance rather than just the penalty phase. He noted that the
regulations would have to be suspended City-wide.
Moved by Parker, seconded by Clawson, Council suspend the ordinance
relating to A-frame signs pending study.*
Councilmember Nelson was concerned that during the suspension of the
ordinance, there could be an influx of improper signs displayed. She
recommended that protection be retained only for currently existing signs.
Gregg Zimmerman, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator stated that
the City does not have an inventory of existing sandwich-board signs. He
suggested instead establishing criteria such as where the signs can be placed
and the type of material that must be used to make the signs.
Responding to Council inquiry, City Attorney Warren clarified that the City
does not engage in selective enforcement, but complaint-driven enforcement
has been found to be legal by the courts. He pointed out that the sign issue
complicated and it is difficult to institute legislation that satisfies everyone.
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*SUBSTITUTE MOTION BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE A
RESOLUTION SUSPENDING THE ORDINANCE RELATING TO A-
FRAME SIGNS PENDING STUDY. CARRIED.
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Citizen Comment: Bruce Anderson, 101 Park Ave. N., Renton, 98055, asked if the violation
Anderson - Sandwich- notices were sent only to businesses in downtown Renton. He noted that
Board Advertising Signs many types of business such as real estate agencies, non-profit businesses and
churches use this type of signage.
Mayor Tanner answered that the letters were sent to businesses in various
areas of the City.
Citizen Comment: Kay McCauley, 505 Williams Ave. N., Renton, 98055, stated that the use of
McCauley - Sandwich- A-frame signs is very important for small businesses. Explaining that she has
Board Advertising Signs attended many meetings regarding signs, she asserted that it is vital for small
businesses to attract people outside of the area to shop. Ms. McCauley
commented that the sign advertising the location of her business is placed
strategically so that potential customers can find parking spaces as they are
approaching her business because there are no parking spaces available once
they pass it.
Citizen Comment: Beverly Franklin, PO Box 685, Renton, 98057, said that as a small business
Franklin - Sandwich owner, she believed that sandwich-board signs were necessary to let pedestrian
Board Advertising Signs traffic know where to find her business. Ms. Franklin asked that the City be
more supportive of small businesses and suggested holding more workshops to
discuss signage guidelines.
Mayor Tanner said that until this issue is resolved, the business owners should
.� disregard the violation notices which were sent to them.
Councilman Corman was concerned that A-frame signs placed on sidewalks
can generate sight obstruction problems for drivers. City Attorney Warren
concurred this will be a consideration in whether a sign is allowed.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler asked that all individuals who spoke be
notified of any future meetings regarding this issue.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appointment: Library Mayor Jesse Tanner reappointed Judith Milligan, 427 Ferndale Ave. NE,
Board Renton, 98056, to the Library Board for a five-year term expiring 6/01/2003.
Council concur.
Appointment: Park Board Mayor Jesse Tanner reappointed Joan Moffatt, 3709 Meadow Ave. N.,
Renton, 98056, to the Park Board for a four-year term expiring 6/01/2002.
Council concur.
EDNSP: Automall Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department
Expansion recommended expanding the area of the Automall to facilitate land assemblage
for future dealerships, and to extend certain landscape standards, signage and
right-of-way improvements to existing dealerships located near (but not
currently within) the Automall. Refer to Planning & Development
"�" Committee.
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Finance: New City Hall Finance and Information Services Department and Community Services
Energy-Efficient Lighting Department recommended installation of energy-efficient lighting at the new
Bond Issuance City Hall building to conserve energy, save on maintenance costs, and reduce
glare. The $272,000 expense will be funded through State-issued conservation
bonds, which the City will repay over a ten-year period with the savings
realized from reduced electrical costs. Refer to Finance Committee.
CAG: 98-, Cedar River Surface Water Utility Division requested approval of agreements with the
Dredging, Dept. of Washington State Department of Natural Resources and others for
Natural Resources, et al. miscellaneous activities associated with the Cedar River Section 205 Flood
Damage Reduction project. Council concur. (See page 171 for resolution.)
Lease: Airport Ground Transportation Division recommended approval of twelve lease addendums for
Lease Rate Changes Renton Municipal Airport ground leases to reflect the new ground lease rate
that was determined through arbitration. Council concur.
Airport: Metro Easement Transportation Division recommended approval of a construction easement
for Sewer Line Installation with Metro for installation of the Bryn Mawr Sewer System Improvement
under Runway project beneath the north end of the Airport runway and taxiways. Council
concur.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding
Community Services temporary downtown comfort stations. Permanent comfort stations are being
Committee considered in conjunction with the various developments underway in the
Transportation: Downtown area, but until permanent facilities can be constructed, provision of portable
Transit Hub (Interim) comfort stations is a viable, interim solution.
Restroom Facilities woo
Costs are estimated to be approximately three to four thousand dollars per
year per unit (detailed cost research will be completed by May 15th). These
costs include delivery, maintenance of approximately three to four times a
week, and monthly lease. In the interim, these portable comfort stations could
be funded from the Transit Program budget.
The Community Services Committee recommended that Council approve the
lease of two portable comfort stations (male and female) for discreet
placement in the downtown area. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Planning & Development Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report regarding the utility pole relocation alignment on Main Ave. S. The
Utility: Utility Pole Committee recommended that Council authorize the relocation of the Puget
Relocation (Main Ave S) Sound Energy transmission line to a modified alternate route B. The
modification is to remove one street light and replace it with two street lights
at locations that allow lower wires and shorter poles. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Development Services: Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Optional DNS Process report regarding the optional Determination of Non-Significance (DNS)
process. The Committee recommended approval of an amendment to the
Environmental Ordinance (SEPA) to implement recent changes to the State w/'
administrative code regulations. The amendment will allow staff to apply an
optional DNS to certain smaller projects, using the comment period of a notice
of a project application for review of environmental issues and listing
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mitigation measures being considered. The ordinance would not compel staff
to use the optional DNS process.
r... The Committee reported that it will continue consideration of other
amendments to the Regulatory Reform Ordinance.
The Committee further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter
be presented for first reading. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 172 for ordinance.)
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claims Vouchers #158945 - 159392; two wire transfers in the total amount
of $3,161,489.96; approval of Payroll Vouchers #159510 - 159773; and 497
direct deposits in the total amount of $1,285,952.29. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation Committee Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
Streets: Burnett Ave N regarding the temporary closure of Burnett Ave. N. The King County Bryn
(5th to 6th) Temporary Mawr Sanitary Sewer Extension is required to connect to the existing sanitary
Closure sewer interceptor near the intersection of N. 6th St. and Burnett Ave. N. A
vault in excess of 14' x 14' and 20 feet deep is required to be constructed to
accommodate the connection. The installation may require the street to be
closed to general traffic for up to eight weeks to allow the construction of the
vault, connection to the interceptor, installation of the pipe, and restoration of
the roadway in a safe manner.
taw City staff have reviewed the request and have recommended approval with the
following conditions:
* Council concur with the requested eight week street closure of Burnett
Ave. N. between N. 6th St. and N. 5th St. and adopt the resolution
authorizing same.
* The contractor provide one week advance warning of the street closure by
posting large signs along the travel route advising of the closure and
detour routes. Further, the closure shall be published twice, one week
apart in the local newspaper.
* Local, pedestrian and emergency access along Burnett Ave. N. be
maintained or provided for through detour routes at all times.
* The approved traffic control plan shall be implemented and maintained by
the contractor to the satisfaction of the Transportation and Development
Services Divisions.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See
page 172 for resolution.)
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3325 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into
CAG: 98-, Cedar River agreements with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources, King
Dredging, Dept. of County, City of Seattle, Renton Housing Authority, U.S. Army Corps of
Natural Resources, et al. Engineers, and any other governmental agencies, for the Renton Cedar River
Section 205 Flood Control project real estate and construction. MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
72.
May 11, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 17?
Resolution #3326 A resolution was read authorizing the temporary closure of Burnett Ave. N.
Streets: Burnett Ave N between N. 5th and N. 6th Streets for utility replacement and road restoratio
(5th to 6th) Temporary MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
Closure COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 5/18/98 for second and final reading:
Development Services: An ordinance was read amending Section 4-6-9 of Chapter 6, Environmental
Optional DNS Process Ordinance (SEPA), of Title IV (Building Regulations), of City Code by
adopting the optional DNS process by reference. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/18/98.
CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4721 An ordinance was read vacating a portion of SW 16th St. and Monster Rd. SW
Vacation: SW between SW Grady Way and SW Jackson St. (Schober, VAC-97-003).
16th/Monster Rd MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
(Schober, VAC-97-003) ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
Ordinance #4722 An ordinance was read repealing the existing Title IV (Building Regulations)
Development Services: of City Code and adopting the reorganized Title IV (Development
City Code Title IV Regulations). MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
Reorganization NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL
CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance #4723 An ordinance was read amending Title I (Administrative), Title II
Development Services: (Commissions and Boards), Title III (Departments), Title V (Business
City Code Title IV Regulations), Title VII (Fire Regulations), Title VIII (Health and Sanitation),
Reorganization and Title IX (Public Ways and Property) of City Code by incorporating Code
language which was formerly located within Title IV (Building Regulations),
and deleting certain Code sections which will now be located within Title IV.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL:
ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance #4724 An ordinance was read amending Chapter 20, Sign Code, of Title IV (Building
Development Services: Regulations) of City Code by allowing electronic message board signs for auto
Electronic Msg Board dealerships located within the Automall Area. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
Signs for Auto Dealerships SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
(Automall Area) PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL DIRECT
Parks: Hydroplane Race at THE ADMINISTRATION TO EXTEND AN INVITATION TO THE
Gene Coulon Park LIMITED HYDROPLANE RACE SPONSORS TO HOST ANOTHER RACE
AT GENE COULON BEACH PARK.*
*FRIENDLY AMENDMENT PROPOSED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
ACCEPTED BY CORMAN, THE ADMINISTRATION ALSO FORWARD
POSITIVE CITIZEN COMMENTS REGARDING THE RACE TO THE Ingo
SPONSORS. MOTION CARRIED.
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AUDIENCE COMMENT Dominic Gatto, 1425 S. Puget Dr. #N5, Renton, 98055, spoke regarding the
Citizen Comment: Gatto - sandwich-board advertising signs, commenting that small businesses need to
Benson Rd S Crosswalk advertise as much as possible to be able to compete with large stores. On
another subject, he described how dangerous it is for Benson Elementary
School students to cross Benson Rd. S. when travelling to and from school.
He asked that a crosswalk or some type of traffic revision be implemented in
that area to alleviate the danger.
Mayor Tanner stated that the administration will look into the matter.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 9:03 p.m.
BRENDA FRITSVOLD, Deputy City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
5/11/98
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 11, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 5/18 RTA Light Rail Alignment;
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m. Transit Center Briefing
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE
(Parker)
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
no/
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
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unless otherwise noted.
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AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
vow REGULAR MEETING
May 18, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MAY 11, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Police Department Volunteer Recognition
b., Business Committed to Kids Award
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk recommends acceptance of a payment in the amount of$25,849.30 from TCI Cablevision of
Washington for retroactive franchise fees owing to the City, and further recommends that TCI be
authorized to pass through back fees over a one-year period to customers in the amount of$0.16 per
month (or over a two-year period at $.08 per month). Refer to Community Services Committee.
b. Community Services Department requests approval of the 1998 interlocal agreement for waterfowl
removal. Renton's cost share is $2,090.00. Refer to Community Services Committee.
c. Development Services Division requests authorization to add one full-time limited term Plans
Examiner/Combination Inspector and one full-time limited term Land Use Compliance Inspector at a
cost of$124,100 (plus automobiles) due to increased work volumes. Refer to Finance Committee.
d. Human Services Division recommends acceptance of an estimated $393,966 in Community
Development Block Grant pass-through funds for 1999. Council concur.
e. Police Department recommends approval of an ordinance making it unlawful for any person to shoot a
bow, air gun or slingshot at any animal or fowl. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
f. Technical Services Division requests approval of the proposed consultant roster for Computer Aided
Design (CAD) and surveying services, to be effective for three years. Council concur.
g. Transportation Systems Division submits CAG-97-051, ADA Bus Zone Improvements project; and
requests approval of the project, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount
of$10,324.79 to GMT, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
... Letter from Susan M. Camerer, Program Director of Vision House, PO Box 2951, Renton, 98056,
requesting waiver of fire, transportation and parks mitigation fees totalling $1,497.02 for a facility housing
homeless single mothers and their children. Refer to Community Services Committee.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked wijh
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Sound Transit Light Rail Alignment; Downtown Transit Center Briefing
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Declaring a temporary moratorium on the enforcement of City Code provisions relating to
certain temporary or portable signs commonly known as "A-frame" or"sandwich-board" signs
Ordinance for second and final reading: Optional DNS Process (1st reading 5/11/98)
1 I. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
1. Sound Transit Light Rail Alignment
2. Downtown Transit Center Briefing
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
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Referrals
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Payment from TCI Cablevision for retroactive franchise fees
1998 interlocal agreement for waterfowl removal
Letter from Vision House requesting waiver of development mitigation fees for a homeless shelter
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Addition of two inspector positions in the Development Services Division
Possible creation of an "apprentice set-aside" program for large public projects
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Letter from Denise Cartwright re: A-frame (sandwich-board) signs, esp. as potential obstructions to disabled
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Law prohibiting shooting a bow, air gun or slingshot at any animal or fowl
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� Regular Meeting
May 1.8, 1998 Council Chamber
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Buildirq
MINUTES r..n
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLh CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER;
RANDY CORMAN.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; DAVID DEAN, Assistant City Attorney; BRENDA
ATTENDANCE FRITSVOLD, Deputy City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; SANDY CHASTAIN,
Community Relations Specialist; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON, Police
Department; COMMUNITY PROGRAM COORDINATOR AUDREY
MOORE, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF MAY 11, 1998, AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
SPECIAL Chief of Police Garry Anderson and Community Program Coordinator Audrey
PRESENTATIONS Moore presented a plaque of appreciation to Police Department volunteer
Police Department: Arlene Zanga, who has donated more than 1500 hours in service to the
Volunteer Recognition department. Chief Anderson emphasized that the department especially
appreciates Ms. Zanga's enthusiasm and professionalism.
"Business Committed to Community Relations Specialist Sandy Chastain announced that Valley Medical
Kids" Award Center is the most recent recipient of the "Business Committed to Kids" award
given by Renton Communities in Schools. Ms. Chastain explained that Valley
Medical offers interested youth the opportunity to explore the career of their
choice via real work experience in many varied departments. Susan Frey,
student placement coordinator at Valley Medical's education department,
accepted the award on behalf of program director Kimberly McNally.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Ronnie Scates, PO Box 4162, Renton, 98057, introduced himself as the
Citizen Comment: Scates - organizer of an annual Father's Day barbeque and car show event held at
Food Handling Permit Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park for the Young Veterans youth
Needed for Park Event organization. Mr. Scates described problems he was experiencing in obtaining
a food handler's permit from King County for this event, and asked for the
City's assistance in this matter.
Mayor Tanner confirmed that all food handling permits are issued by the
Seattle/King County Department of Public Health, and none by individual
municipalities.
Citizen Comment: Leavitt Cindy Leavitt, 5303 NE 22nd Ct., Renton, 98059, reported that the Stonegate
- Stonegate Neighborhood neighborhood in northeast Renton has experienced numerous break-ins,
Security Concerns prompting resident concerns about security. Saying that a Block Watch
meeting has been scheduled for June 3rd, she asked what else residents can do
to get this problem resolved. now
On another subject, Ms. Leavitt complained that a "sewage treatment capacity
charge" assessed by King County on all Stonegate residences was not disclosed
either by the developer or by individual title reports issued when the homes
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were purchased. Rather, King County is now mailing homeowners notice that
the charge is due. Ms. Leavitt wondered why the developer did not disclose
this charge to home purchasers as required by law.
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg Zimmerman stated that
this charge is assessed by King County on all new homes that are connected to
the regional sewer system. Adding that the fee is also required of existing
homes which convert to sewer from septic use, Councilman Corman noted that
in this case, the non-disclosure may,have been a failing of the title company.
Citizen Comment: Rogers Debra Rogers, 5326 NE 22nd Ct., Renton, 98059, echoed Ms. Leavitt's
- Stonegate Neighborhood concerns about security in the Stonegate neighborhood, saying that residents
Security Concerns have been subjected to break-ins, landscaping thefts, and acts of vandalism.
She feared that the problems would escalate, and asked for assistance in
resolving this matter.
Citizen Comment: Wicks - Debbie Wicks, 465 Renton Center Way SW, Renton, 98055, thanked the
A-Frame (Sandwich- Council for listening to merchant concerns last week regarding A-frame (or
Board) Signs "sandwich-board") signs. She asked that businesses such as hers be allowed to
retain this type of advertising as it is vital to her store.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
City Clerk: TCI City Clerk recommended acceptance of a payment in the amount of
Retroactive Franchise Fee $25,849.30 from TCI Cablevision of Washington for retroactive franchise fees
Payment (& Pass-Through owing to the City, and further recommended that TCI be authorized to pass
to Customers) through back fees over a one-year period to customers in the amount of $0.16
bum per month (or over a two-year period at $0.08 per month). Refer to
Community Services Committee.
Parks: 1998 Waterfowl Community Services Department requested approval of the 1998 interlocal
Removal Interlocal agreement for waterfowl removal. Renton's cost share is $2,090.00. Refer to
Agreement, CAG-98- Community Services Committee.
Development Services: Development Services Division requested authorization to add one full-time
New Positions (Two limited term Plans Examiner/Combination Inspector and one full-time limited
Inspectors) term Land Use Compliance Inspector at a cost of $124,100 (plus automobiles)
due to increased work volumes. Refer to Finance Committee.
Human Services: 1999 Human Services Division recommended acceptance of an estimated $393,966
CDBG Funds in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) pass-through funds for
1999. Council concur.
Police: Ordinance Police Department recommended approval of an ordinance making it unlawful
Outlawing Shooting Bows, for any person to shoot a bow, air gun or slingshot at any animal or fowl.
Air Guns or Slingshots at Refer to Public Safety Committee.
Animals
Technical Services: Technical Services Division requested approval of the proposed consultant
Computer Aided Design roster for Computer Aided Design (CAD) and surveying services, to be
(CAD) & Surveying effective for three years. Council concur.
Services Roster
CAG: 97-51, ADA Bus Transportation Systems Division submitted CAG-97-051, ADA Bus Zone
Zone Improvements, GMT Improvement project; and requested approval of the project, commencement
Inc of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of $10,324.79 to GMT,
Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
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MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Susan M. Camerer, Program Director of Visioi:~
Citizen Comment: Camerer House, PO Box 2951, Renton, 98056, requesting waiver of fire, transportation,
- Vision Housing Request and parks mitigation fees totalling $1,497.02 for a facility housing homeless
for Building Fee Waiver single mothers and their children. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER TO THE COMMUNITY
SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Correspondence was read from Denise M. Cartwright, PO Box 2063, Renton,
Cartwright - A-Frame WA, 98056, stating that A-frame (or "sandwich-board") signs often pose
(Sandwich-Board) Signs problems for people such as her husband who are wheelchair-bound or
otherwise disabled. This is because the signs are routinely placed on
sidewalks, which creates unintentional but serious hazards. MOVED BY
SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THIS
LETTER TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
Councilman Schlitzer emphasized that the City will give serious consideration
to the safety aspects associated with this type of signage. He further urged all
persons interested in this issue to contact a councilmember with their views.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report recommending that Council
Committee of the Whole approve alternative C2.213 for the Downtown Transit Center's final operational
Transportation: Downtown layout. Alternative C2.213, developed as part of the transit center workshop
Transit Center Final process, shows the transit center cut-through between two rows of parking.
Operational Layout One row of parking is immediately north of the old Ford Service building, swo
now often referred to as the pavilion or marketplace building. A second,
single row of parking would also be constructed immediately south of the
current Mazda used car lot, north of the transit center. Parking is accessed
from Logan Ave. S., though the driveway for the northern row of parking is a
temporary driveway permitted for the short term until a driveway can be
provided from South Second Street. Freight egress only is allowed onto
Burnett Ave. S. and is controlled by the use of removable bollards. The
Committee of the Whole preferred this alternative C2.213, and recommended it
for adoption to the Renton City Council. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Public Works: Refuse in Councilman Schlitzer asked the Administration to look into the presence of
Springbrook Creek large amounts of debris in Springbrook Creek in the area of the Oakesdale
Ave. SW (at SW 16th Street) bridge project. He said the material includes
plastic buckets and styrofoam. Mayor Tanner agreed to see that this situation
is remedied.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3327 A resolution was read declaring a temporary moratorium on the enforcement
Legal: A-Frame of City Code as it relates to certain temporary or portable signs commonly
("Sandwich-Board") Signs known as A-frame or sandwich-board signs. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.'
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Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler praised the City Attorney for drafting an
excellent resolution which successfully incorporated Council's concerns and
intentions on this issue, and for doing so in a very short timeframe.
ts� The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4725 An ordinance was read amending Section 4-6-9 of Chapter 6, Environmental
Development Services: Ordinance (SEPA), of Title IV (Building Regulations), of City Code by
Optional DNS Process adopting the optional DNS process by reference. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Council President Edwards commented that, faced with the potential problem
Council: Apprenticeship that the region's employers will lack necessary skilled labor, jurisdictions such
Set-Aside Program as King County, the City of Seattle and the Port of Seattle have established
apprenticeship programs for public projects. The programs take advantage of
economic development efforts, and provide another way to accomplish
community participation in civic financial investment. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THE
POSSIBILITY OF CREATING AN "APPRENTICE SET-ASIDE PROGRAM"
FOR LARGE PUBLIC PROJECTS TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:16 p.m.
BRENDA FRITSVOLD, Deputy City Clerk
5/18/98
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 18, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
now
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 5/25 No Meeting—Memorial Day Holiday
(Edwards) Observance
MON., 6/01 *CANCELLED*
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 5/19 TCI Franchise Fees;
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Waterfowl Removal Agreement;
Teasdale Park Safety& Noise Issues
FINANCE MON., 6/01 New City Hall Energy Efficient Lighting;
(Parker) 6:45 p.m. Henry Moses Pool Survey
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT THURS., 5/21 Automall Expansion Amendments
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m.
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 6/01 Law Prohibiting Shooting of Bows, Air
(Corman) 7:15 p.m. Guns or Slingshots at Animals
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 5/19 Seaplane Noise & Safety Issues
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m.
UTILITIES THURS., 5/21 Sewer Connections Outside City Limits
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m.
WANG
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA 1
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
June 1, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MAY 18, 1998
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
5. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When.you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk reports bid opening on 5/26/98 for CAG-98-051, NE 27th St./Aberdeen Ave. NE Drainage
Improvements and East Kennydale Sewer Interceptor; five bids; engineer's estimate $2,437,636.25; and
r..r submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, Gary Merlino Construction Co.,
in the total amount of$2,092,874.04 (all schedules). Council concur.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 5/27/98 for CAG-98-067, Lind Ave. SW/SW 27th St. Traffic Signal;
four bids; engineer's estimate $159,750.00; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to
the low bidder, Transtech Electric, Inc., in the total amount of$147,345.00. Council concur.
c. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department and Community Services
Department request appropriation of$200,000 from the unallocated fund balance in reserve for the
piazza project to complete necessary improvements to the Pavilion building. Refer to Finance
Committee.
d. Executive Department recommends approval of contract in the amount of$45,000 with Sonja
Mejlaender to provide coordination services for the City's volunteer program and Renton River Days
community festival for a period of twelve months. Refer to Community Services Committee.
e. Hearing Examiner recommends approval, with conditions, of the Stafford Crest preliminary plat; 74
single family lots on 14.6 acres located south of NE 36th Street and west of 112th Pl. SE (File No. PP-
97-173). Council concur.
f. Human Resources &Risk Management Department recommends approval of the 1998 renewal of
services of broker agreements for The Charles Group ($22,500), Arthur J. Gallagher& Co. ($44,650)
and Giesy, Greer& Gunn, Inc. (fee-based services). Refer to Finance Committee.
g. Legal Department recommends approval of ordinance making it an infraction to sell or deliver drug
paraphernalia. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
h. Planning/Building/Public Works Department requests authorization to allocate $250,000 of General
Fund money for construction and restoration of sidewalks in neighborhoods throughout the City where
needs have been identified. Refer to Finance Committee.
i. Transportation Systems Division requests selection of a preferred alternative for continuing RUSH
(Renton Urban Shuttle) service beyond September, 1998. Refer to Transportation Committee.
j. Transportation Systems Division submits annual update of the Six-Year Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP), and recommends approval of associated mid-year budget adjustments. Refer to
Transportation Committee; set public hearing on June 22, 1998, to take testimony on these issues.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
l k Transportation Systems Division requests authorization to fill the vacant Program Development
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Coordinator I position at Step E.of the salary range. Refer to Finance Committee.
1. Transportation Systems Division requests authorization to fill a vacant Civil Engineer II position at
Step E of the salary range. Refer to Finance Committee.
m. Ti6ansportation Systems Division requests authorization for the temporary closure of the Monster Road
Bridge between Monster Rd. SW and SR-900 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Way) for 30 working days from
June to July. Council concur. (See 9.a. for resolution.) now
n. Transportation Systems Division requests authorization for the temporary closure of Oakesdale Ave.
SW between Grady Way SW and SW 16th Street for three days sometime between June 15 and July
15. Council concur. (See 9.b. for resolution.)
o. Transportation Systems Division recommends approval of agreement in the amount of$83,265.92 with
H.W. Lochner, Inc. for preliminary design of new sidewalks on N. 30th St. and Park Ave. North. Refer
to Transportation Committee.
7. CORRESPONDENCE
8. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: TCI Franchise Fees; Waterfowl Removal Agreement; Teasdale Park
Safety&Noise Issues
b. Finance Committee: New City Hall Energy Efficient Lighting
c. Planning&Development Committee: Automall Expansion Amendments (setting a public hearing only)
d. Public Safety Committee: Law Prohibiting Shooting Bows, Air Guns or Slingshots at Animals*
e. Transportation (Aviation) Committee: Seaplane Noise& Safety Issues
f. Utilities Committee: Sewer Connections Outside City Limits
9. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Temporary closure of Monster Road bridge (see 6.m.) ...r
b. Temporary closure of Oakesdale Ave. SW (see 6.n.)
Ordinance for first reading: Law prohibiting shooting bows, air guns or slingshots at animals (see 8.d.)
10. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics- call 277-4430 for recorded information)
11. AUDIENCE COMMENT
12, ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
"CANCELLED"
CANCELLED
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• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
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Re`'ferr;>als
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Agreement with Sonja Mejlaender to provide coordination services for City's volunteer program and Renton
River Days
Highlands Community Association request for garbage cans and signage for adopt-a-street program
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Appropriation of reserved funding to complete Pavilion building improvements
1998 renewal of service broker agreements
Allocation of funds for construction and restoration of sidewalks
Request to hire Program Development Coordinator I at step E of salary range
Request to hire Civil Engineer II at step E of salary range
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Interlocal agreement for 1998 waterfowl removal
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Suburban Cities Questionnaire
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Law making it an infraction to sell or deliver drug paraphernalia
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Selection of preferred alternative for continuing RUSH service
Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)Update
Agreement with H.W. Lochner, Inc. for preliminary design of new sidewalks on N. 30th St. &Park Ave. N.
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Law prohibiting shooting bows, air guns or slingshots at animals
PUBLIC HEARINGS
r... 6/22/98 — Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Update
6/22/98 —Automall Expansion Amendments
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
June 1, 1998 Council Chambi
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Buildi
MINUTES �+
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY
COUNCILMEMBERS SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; BETTY NOKES, Economic Development Director; DEREK
TODD, Finance Analyst II; DEPUTY CHIEF JOE PEACH, Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF MAY 18, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the month of June, 1998
Hire a Veteran Month - to be "Hire a Veteran Month" in the City of Renton, and encouraging all
June 1998 employers, service providers and other citizens to join in observing this event,
recognizing that when we help a veteran secure employment, we help the
family, the community, and ourselves. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDE
BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. ...�
CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* The Seattle-King County Dental Society donated toothbrushes and
toothpaste for the shower kits distributed at the Renton Community
Center.
* The Royal Hills Summer Lunch Program begins June 22nd. It is expected
that approximately 175 kids will attend daily, through August 28th.
* The Police department is working with other King County agencies in an
effort to track registered sex offenders.
* The 1998 Community Services Summer Brochure is available in a
downloadable format on the City's website (www.ci.renton.wa.us).
Parks: New City Hall Mr. Covington explained that the move to the new City Hall will be done in
Move two phases. The first phase will take place June 12th through 14th. The
following offices will be closed on Friday, June 12th: Economic
Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning, Planning/Building/Pub;Now
Works Department; Community Services Administration; Human Services
Division; Fire Administration; and Fire Prevention. Mr. Covington added that
the Building permit counter will remain closed until 12:00 on Monday, June
15th.
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AUDIENCE COMMENT J. Bert Roberts, 10900 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle, 98178, said that he owns
Citizen Comment: Roberts property located at 272 and 280 Hardie Ave. Stating that he is currently
- City Building Inspectors remodeling his building, Mr. Roberts detailed the electrical problems that
were occurring as a result of the remodel. He explained that as a result of an
electrical inspection by a City inspector, the bid he received for the job was
increased by 16-1/2 percent due to changes that were needed. Mr. Roberts
asked that the City investigate this matter.
Mayor Tanner said that the matter would be looked into, adding that the
project would be brought up to code if it is not already.
Councilman Corman clarified that when an individual hires a contractor to do
a job, the City inspectors are allies of that individual, making sure the work is
done safely and properly. Mayor Tanner reiterated that the City inspector's
only purpose is to ensure compliance with the code.
Citizen Comment: Carlson Heidi Carlson, 806 Index Ct. NE, Renton, 98056, reported that the Highlands
- Highlands Neighborhood Community Association held a successful neighborhood cleanup on May 9th.
Cleanup/A-Frame She requested that the City provide more garbage cans in the Highlands area,
(Sandwich-Board) Signs adding that a proposal for the placement of those garbage receptacles will be
forthcoming from the association. Ms. Carlson also requested that the City
start an adopt-a-street program. She noted that the Highlands Community
Association would be interested in adopting NE Sunset Boulevard from
Edmonds Ave. NE to the Colliery Restaurant; and asked that the City donate
signs.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, REFER
THE MATTERS OF PROVISION OF GARBAGE CANS AND AN ADOPT-
` A-STREET PROGRAM IN THE HIGHLANDS TO THE COMMUNITY
SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
On another subject, Ms. Carlson expressed her opinion that sandwich-board
(A-frame) signs should not be allowed. She described the signs as
unattractive, noting that they present sight obstruction problems for drivers.
Ms. Carlson asked that signs advertising cigarette and alcohol also be
regulated. Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler pointed out that the matter of
sandwich-board signs has been referred to the Planning and Development
Committee.
Citizen Comment: Beckley Phillip Beckley, 655 Ferndale Ct. NE, Renton, 98056, explained that he has
- A-Frame (Sandwich- been picketing the adults only bookstore in the Highlands for the past ten
Board) Signs months. Recently, a police officer asked him to remove his sandwich-board
sign while allowing the adult bookstore's sign to remain. Mr. Beckley asked
for clarification of the rules regarding A-frame signs.
Mayor Tanner said the ordinance relating to A-frame signs has been
suspended. He assured Mr. Beckley that police officers would be apprised of
the rules. Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler clarified that the ordinance
applies only to pre-existing signs (before Council's action on 6/18/98), and
new sandwich-board signs are not allowed.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
June 1. 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Paye
CAG: 98-051, NE 27th City Clerk reported bid opening on 5/26/98 for CAG-98-051, NE 27th
St/Aberdeen Ave NE St./Aberdeen Ave. NE Drainage Improvements and East Kennydale Sewer
Drainage Improvements & Interceptor; five bids; engineer's estimate $2,437,636.25; and submitted the
Kennydale Sewer staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, Gary Merlim
Interceptor, Gary Merlino Construction Co., in the total amount of $2,092,874.04 (all schedules).
Construction Council concur.
CAG: 98-067, Lind Ave City Clerk reported bid opening on 5/27/98 for CAG-98-067, Lind Ave.
SW/SW 27th St Traffic SW/SW 27th St. Traffic Signal Installation; four bids; engineer's estimate
Signal Installation, $159,750.00; and submitted the staff recommendation to award the contract to
Transtech Electric, Inc. the low bidder, Transtech Electric, Inc., in the total amount of $147,345.00.
Council concur.
EDNSP: Pavilion Building Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department and
r Ipprovements Community Services Department requested appropriation of $200,000 from the
unallocated fund balance in reserve for the piazza project to complete
necessary improvements to the Pavilion building. Refer to Finance
Committee.
Executive: Special Executive Department recommended approval of contract in the amount of
Events/Volunteer $45,000 with Sonja Mejlaender to provide coordination services for the City's
Coordinator, Sonja volunteer program and Renton River Days community festival for a period of
Mejlaender, CAG-98- twelve months. Refer to Community Services Committee.
Development Services: Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Stafford
Stafford Crest Preliminary Crest preliminary plat; 74 single family lots on 14.6 acres located south of NE
Plat, NE 36th St/112th PI 36th St. and west of 112th Pl. SE (File No. PP-97-173). Council concur.
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HR&RM: 1998 Renewal Human Resources & Risk Management Department recommended approval o1
of Service Broker the 1998 renewal of services of broker agreements for The Charles Group
Agreements ($22,500), Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. ($44,650) and Giesy, Greer & Gunn, Inc.
(fee-based services). Refer to Finance Committee.
Legal: Selling or Legal Department recommended approval of ordinance making it an infraction
Delivering Drug to sell or deliver drug paraphernalia. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
Paraphernalia
Public Works: Sidewalk Planning/Building/Public Works Department requested authorization to
Construction/Restoration allocate $250,000 of General Fund money for Phase 2 of the 1998
Funding Allocation Neighborhood Sidewalk Program construction and restoration of sidewalks in
neighborhoods throughout the City where needs have been identified. Refer
to Finance Committee.
Transportation: Renton Transportation Systems Division requested selection of a preferred alternative
Urban Shuttle (RUSH) for continuing RUSH (Renton Urban Shuttle) service beyond September, 1998.
Service Refer to Transportation Committee.
Transportation: Six-Year Transportation Systems Division submitted annual update of the 1999-2004
TIP, 1999-2004 Six-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and recommended
approval of associated mid-year budget adjustments. Refer to Transportation
Committee; set public hearing on June 22, 1998, to take testimony on these
items.
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Transportation: Program Transportation Systems Division requested authorization to fill the vacant
Development Coordinator Program Development Coordinator I position at Step E of the salary range.
I Step Change Refer to Finance Committee.
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Transportation: Civil Transportation Systems Division requested authorization to fill a vacant Civil
Engineer II Step Change Engineer II position at Step E of the salary range. Refer to Finance
Committee.
"Iwo Streets: Monster Road Transportation Systems Division requested authorization for the temporary
Bridge Temporary Closure closure of the Monster Road Bridge between Monster Rd. SW and SR-900
(Monster Rd SW to SR- (Martin Luther King, Jr. Way) for 30 working days from June to July.
900) Council concur.
Streets: Oakesdale Ave SW Transportation Systems Division requested authorization for the temporary
Temporary Closure (Grady closure of Oakesdale Ave. SW between Grady Way SW and SW 16th St. for
to SW 16th St) three days sometime between June 15 and July 15. Council concur. (See page
191 for resolution.)
Transportation: N 30th Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of agreement in the
St/Park Ave N amount of $83,265.92 with H.W. Lochner, Inc. for preliminary design of new
Preliminary Sidewalk sidewalks on N. 30th St. and Park Ave. N. Refer to Transportation
Design, H.W. Lochner, Committee.
Inc., CAG-98-
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Public Safety Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding
Public Safety Committee prohibiting the shooting of a bow, air gun or slingshot at any animal or fowl.
Police: Ordinance The Committee recommended correcting the typographical error which
Outlawing Shooting Bows, appears in City Code Section 6-2-2 and adding a new section which states
Air Guns or Slingshots at "For any person to point or shoot a bow, air gun or slingshot at any animal or
Animals fowl, either domestic or wild, within the City limits of Renton."
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The Committee further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter
be presented for first reading. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 191 for ordinance.)
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending
Finance: New City Hall concurrence in the staff recommendation to install energy efficient and
Energy-Efficient Lighting improved lighting in the new City Hall building. The costs will be paid back
Bond Issuance over time through a lease purchase program with either the State or Puget
Sound Energy.
The lights are currently being installed. Funding for this program will be
brought back to the Finance Committee at a later date. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
of Claims Vouchers #159393 - 159879; two wire transfers in the total amount
of $2,933,550.97; approval of Payroll Vouchers #159774 - 160047; and 497
direct deposits in the total amount of $1,244,562.02. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
of Claims Vouchers #159880 - 159891; and one wire transfer in the total
amount of $652,787.54. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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Plannine & Development Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report regarding the Automall expansion. The Committee reviewed the
EDNSP: Automall expansion of Area A and Area B of the Automall. The Committee
Expansion recommended that the Council set a public hearing on 6/22/98 for the
Automall amendments. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED ..o
BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Committee recommending concurrence with the staff recommendation to address
Parks: Teasdale Park neighborhood concerns regarding noise and safety at Teasdale Park by
Security. increasing police patrol, reviewing the prior year's 911 telephone calls,
promoting a 'Block Watch Program", addressing concerns at the neighborhood
meetings through the city liaisons, periodically stationing the video
surveillance cameras at key locations, and increased presence of park
department personnel during the peak season. MOVED BY NELSON,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
City Clerk: TCI Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding
Retroactive Franchise Fee TCI franchise fee calculations and retroactive fees. In 1995, TCI changed its
Payment (& Pass-Through franchise fee calculation methodology as the result of a ruling by the FCC on
to Customers) an appeal by the City of Baltimore. The FCC decided that cable franchise
fees should not be considered as gross revenues in TCI's 5% franchise fee
calculations. At that time, TCI stopped passing through the franchise fee on
franchise fee to its subscribers. The ruling was subsequently appealed, and in
1997, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the FCC ruling and
determined that the amounts collected from TCI subscribers as franchise fees
can be included in gross revenues and are subject to franchise fee liability.
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In order to recoup the fees owed to the City of Renton since 1995, TCI must
retroactively pass these fees back to their customers. At this time TCI has
agreed to pay the City a lump sum of $25,849.30 in back franchise fees, and
has proposed passing the fees through to customers over a period of time.
The Community Services Committee has reviewed the staff recommendation
and the proposal from TCI to reimburse the City its retroactive franchise fees,
and recommended that City Council accept a lump sum payment from TCI in
the total amount of $25,849.30, and authorize TCI to collect back franchise
fees from customers over a one-year period in the amount of $.16 per month.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Parks: 1998 Waterfowl Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Removal Interlocal recommending concurrence with the staff recommendation to approve the
Agreement, CAG-98- interlocal agreement for the Waterfowl Management Program as amended
(deletion of paragraph six, page two of Section II-Scope of Program, regarding
lethal control) for joint funding for the continuation of an egg addling
program and study for key waterfowl species.
The Committee further recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be
authorized to execute the interlocal agreement. MOVED BY NELSON,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
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ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
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Resolution #3328 A resolution was read authorizing a three day temporary closure of the
Streets: Oakesdale Ave SW intersection of Oakesdale Ave. SW and SW 16th St. for roadway construction
Temporary Closure (SW sometime between June 15 and July 15, 1998. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
16th St to Grady) SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 6/8/98 for second and final reading:
Police: Ordinance An ordinance was read amending Section 6-2-2 of Chapter 2, Air Guns, of
Outlawing Shooting Bows, Title VI (Police Regulations) of City Code by correcting a typographical error
Air Guns or Slingshots at and by adding a subsection making it unlawful for any person to shoot a bow,
Animals air gun or slingshot at any animal or fowl. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/8/98. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Councilman Edwards entered a letter received from Tom Malphrus, 18713 -
Development Services: 102nd Ave. SE, Renton, 98055, requesting the Black River Corporate Park
Reschedule Black River project public hearing. be scheduled in the evening instead of during the day.
Corporate Park Project
Public Hearing Mayor Tanner said that the request would be forwarded to the Hearing
Examiner.
Council: Suburban Cities MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, REFER THE
Questionnaire SUBURBAN CITIES QUESTIONNAIRE REGARDING THE DRAFT
REGIONAL GOVERNANCE AND FINANCE PLAN TO THE PLANNING
AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING ON 6/4/98 FOR
RESPONSE DUE 6/5/98. CARRIED.
■..r Streets: Park Ave N Councilman Corman asked that a letter regarding the Police Department's
Crossing Facilities enforcement of jaywalking on Park Ave. N. be referred to the Public Works
Department. Explaining that it is difficult for pedestrians to cross from the
Boeing parking lots to the plant itself, Mr. Corman asked that the crossing
facilities be reviewed.
"Malls with Character" Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler distributed copies of a Seattle Times article
Newspaper Article entitled "Malls with Character" to the Mayor and Council. She explained that
the article featured small, pedestrian-oriented malls, a concept which may be
desirable for the Renton Highlands and downtown areas.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:35 p.m.
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MARILYWJ.FyrERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
6/1/98
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
June 1, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 6/08 Public Briefing of Port Quendall
(Edwards) **6:00 p.m.**
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 6/02 Special Events/Volunteer Coordinator
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Contract
FINANCE MON., 6/08 Vouchers;
(Parker) 5:00 p.m. Addition of Two Full-time Positions for
Development Services;
Fill Two Full-time Positions in
Transportation;
Broker of Record Agreement Renewals;
1998 Neighborhood Sidewalk Program
Phase 2
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT THURS., 6/04 Western Wireless/Shurgard Appeal;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Suburban Cities Questionnaire
*Council
Chambers*
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 6/02 Six-Year Transportation Improvement
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. Program;
Walkway Program Consultant
Agreement;
RUSH Shuttle Service
UTILITIES THURS., 6/04 Seattle Water Department Franchise
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. Briefing
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 61h floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
*REVISED*
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
June 8, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JUNE 1, 1998
4. APPEAL: Western Wireless/Shurgard Storage Conditional Use Request; CU-97-092
In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.F.4, no public hearing on the appeal
shall be held by the City Council. No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted by
the City Council unless a party can show that the evidence they are presenting could not reasonably
have been available at the hearing before the Examiner. If the Council determines that additional
evidence is required, it may remand the matter to the Examiner for reconsideration.
5. ADMIMSTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk reports bid opening on 6/2/98 for CAG-98-068, NW 7th Street Sewer Replacement
(Directional Drill); two bids; engineer's estimate $180,683.25; and submits the staff recommendation to
award the contract to the low bidder, Snelson Companies, Inc. in the total amount of$145,694.50.
Council concur.
b. Finance and Information Services Department recommends instituting an audit program to recover
misdirected and/or uncollected tax and fee revenue due to the City. Refer to the Finance Committee.
c. Surface Water Utility Division recommends approval of a state participation agreement in the amount
of$85,000 with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) for the WSDOT SR-
167 (84th Ave. S. to S. Grady Way) Culvert Construction Project. Council concur. (See 10.b. for
resolution.)
8. CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from Washington State Council of County and City Employees Local #2170, PO Box 750, Everett,
98206, expresses concern over the increasing use of limited-term and other non-regular employees.
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Port Quendall
b. Community Services Committee: Special Events/Volunteer Coordinator
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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c. Finance Committee: Pavilion Building Funding*; Vouchers; Addition of'rwo Full-Time Positions for
Development Services; Fill Two Full-Time Positions in Transportation; Broker of Record Agreement
Renewals; 1998 Neighborhood Sidewalk Program Phase II
d. Transportation (Aviation) Committee: Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program; Walkway
Program Consultant Agreement; RUSH Shuttle Service
e. Utilities Committee: Seattle Water Department Franchise
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10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Temporary closure of Monster Road bridge (approved by Council on 6/l/98)
b. Agreement with WSDOT re: SR-167 (84th Ave. S. to S. Grady Way) Culvert Construction project
(see 7.c.)
Ordinance for first reading:
Appropriating funds for Pavilion building improvements (see 9.c.)
Ordinance for second and final reading:
Law prohibiting shooting bows, air guns or slingshots at animals (1st reading 6/1/98)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
**6:00 P.M.**
Public Briefing of Port Quendall
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ADMINISTRATION
Suggestion that ice cream truck operators (and the like) be required to obtain a"peddler's license"
Correspondence from Local#2170 re: the City's use of limited term employees
Quendall Terminals acquisition and cleanup (sign purchase option and investigate feasibility of project)
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Correspondence from Local#2170 re: the City's use of limited term employees
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Proposal for a veterans memorial at the former Holms building site (3rd and Main)
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Suggestion that ice cream truck operators (and the like) be required to obtain a"peddler's license"
Audit program for misdirected and/or unallocated tax and fee revenues
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Agreement with H.W. Lochner for N. 30th St./Park Ave. N. preliminary sidewalk design
Seattle water franchise agreements
State participation agreement w/WSDOT for SR-167 culvert crossing at 84th Ave. S. & Grady Way
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Adult retail outlet location restrictions based on existence of negative secondary effects
STAFF
Develop agreement w/Metro to continue RUSH shuttle operations for another two years
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Appropriating $200,000 for improvements to the Pavilion building (downtown piazza project)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
6/22/98 — Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) & associated budget adjustments
6/22/98 —Automall Expansion Amendments
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
June 8, 1998 Council Chambei
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Buildir,
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY
COUNCILMEMBERS SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; JENNIFER TOTH HENNING, Senior Planner; LEE HARO,
Transportation Planning Supervisor; STEPHEN ROLLE, Civil Engineer;
DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst II; COMMANDER FLOYD ELDRIDGE,
Police Department.
PRESS Denis Law, Renton Reporter
Elizabeth Parker, Renton Reporter
Claire Booth, South County Journal
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF JUNE 1, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
APPEAL Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Planning & Development report regarding the appeal of the administrative conditional use permit for
Committee Western Wireless (File No. AAD-97-149, CU-97-092). On June 4, the
Appeal: Western Wireless Committee convened to consider the appeal of the Western Wireless Monopole
Monopole @ Shurgard Site II at the Shurgard site located at 1755 NE 48th Street. The applicant seeks to
(AAD-97-149, CU-97- construct a Monopole II in the southeast corner of the subject location.
092) Western Wireless is licensed to provide personal communication service. The
proposed Monopole II will facilitate that service. The Monopole II will have a
height of 85 feet, with a total of 12 panel antennas mounted on top of the
structure (which will add 15 feet to the height of the Monopole II, for an
overall height of 100 feet above ground level).
The Zoning Administrator determined that an administrative conditional use
permit should be approved. That decision was appealed to the Hearing
Examiner. That first appeal was remanded to the Zoning Administrator in
December of 1997. Once again, the Zoning Administrator approved the
conditional use permit. An appeal was filed a second time with the Hearing
Examiner. Martin Seelig appealed the decision of the Zoning Administrator,
claiming that the Monopole II should not be sited at the Shurgard location.
Seelig and other neighboring property owners complained that this Monopole
II would reduce their property values due to the impairment of their views.
Further, they complained that this area had its fair share of communication
antennas, as the Shurgard site already had numerous lower profile antennas.
The Hearing Examiner ruled in his decision of April 13, 1998, to reverse the
decision of the Zoning Administrator and deny the conditional use permit.
This appeal followed. r
The City's Wireless Communications Ordinance permits Monopole II structures
as a conditional use in the Commercial Arterial (CA) zone, but prohibits their
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location within 300 feet of residentially-zoned parcels. The proposed
Monopole II will be located at the Shurgard storage site, which is zoned CA.
The adjoining property to the east (the Seelig property) is also zoned CA and
could be developed with a retail, commercial or service use. That property is
rectangular in shape and is 330 feet in width and approximately 660 feet in
length.
Given the height of the proposed Monopole II, it is anticipated that one or
two additional carriers could co-locate. Additionally, given the height and
proximity to the airport, staff noted that FAA approval would be required for
construction of the Monopole II.
Whether the FAA would require a light atop the Monopole II was unknown.
Prior to the approval of the conditional use permit by the Zoning
Administrator, Western Wireless had applied to the FAA for approval for
construction of this Monopole II. It subsequently withdrew the application to
the FAA and represented to the Zoning Administrator and the Hearing
Examiner that the FAA would not require a light, based on information they
had from a consultant.
The Committee considered the City's policies regarding the location of the
telecommunication towers. The members of the Committee reaffirmed the
City's policy to provide opportunity for the public to be served by the
particular service provided by this Monopole II, personal communications
service. These types of monopoles need to be located within three miles of
each other to carry the signal without interruption. Further, the Committee
considered the City's stated policy to have towers constructed to facilitate co-
location by multiple carriers. This proposal serves that policy.
The Committee considered the fact that this is an appeal of an appeal. The
Hearing Examiner's role was to sit in an appellate capacity when reviewing
the decision of the Zoning Administrator. In that capacity he is not to
convene the hearing anew (de novo). Rather, he is required to give deference
to the decision of the Zoning Administrator and reverse that decision only if
he found one of the provisions of RCC 4-8-11-B(4) applied. There is no
such finding in the record.
The Committee found that the Hearing Examiner committed a substantial
error of law. The Hearing Examiner did not give proper deference to the
decision of the Zoning Administrator. Rather, he substituted his judgment
for that of the Zoning Administrator. Having considered the evidence de novo
he used an improper standard when considering the decision of the Zoning
Administrator.
The Committee recommended that the Council reverse the decision of the
Hearing Examiner. Further, the Committee recommended that the conditional
use permit be granted with the following condition: The proposed Monopole
II shall be constructed without a light on the tower, consistent with testimony
from Western Wireless contained in the record. If the FAA requires a light on
the pole, the conditional use permit is null and void. In the event the
conditional use permit is rendered void, Western Wireless may re-apply for a
conditional use permit with the new information regarding the FAA
,,.., requirement. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
June 8 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 15-15
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
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* The Department of Fisheries approved an $800,000 escrow account
required as part of the mitigation elements for the hydraulic permit
which is needed for the Cedar River flood control project.
* The apparent high bid for the river dredge spoil materials is
$718,117.50. The material will be stockpiled at the Narco site until
August 31, 1998.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Marjorie Richter, 300 Meadow Ave. N., Renton, 98055, proposed that the
Citizen Comment: Richter City allow the establishment of a veterans memorial at the 3rd and Main St.
- Veterans Memorial site formerly occupied by the Holms building, next door to the Renton
Proposal Historical Museum. Mrs. Richter said numerous groups such as the Veterans
of Foreign Wars, Citizens for Piazza Renton, Allied Arts, and the Renton
Historical Society support this proposal. Adding that such a project would
give service people their long-delayed thanks, she hoped it could be completed
by Renton's 2001 Centennial celebration.
Citizen Comment: Virginia Henning, 407 S. 51st Ct., Renton, 98055, complained about the
Henning - Sikh Temple amplification of services at the Sikh Temple on Talbot Hill, saying that the
Amplification of Services noise is a problem particularly on Sundays beginning early in the morning and
continuing all day long. She asked if anything could be done about the
speakers used to conduct services at this location.
Mayor Tanner agreed to look into this matter.
Citizen Comment: Magula Michael Magula, 7917 - 111 th Pl. SE, Newcastle, 98056, described how the
- Western Wireless view westward from his property will be negatively affected by the new
Communication Tower at Western Wireless communication tower to be installed on the Shurgard site.
Shurgard Site Using a photo simulation to show how the tower will appear from his
property, Mr. Magula said that the issuance of the conditional use permit for
this tower is contrary to certain provisions of Renton's Comprehensive Plan
and to City regulations governing wireless communications facilities.
Specifically, the tower will not be "sensitively sited," and photo simulations
were not provided as required. Although Council has decided to allow this
tower to be constructed, Mr. Magula hoped that other property owners will
not be subjected to this type of situation in the future.
Councilman Corman replied that while he was sympathetic to Mr. Magula's
plight, federal law greatly restricts the City's ability to disallow
communication towers. All Renton can do as a municipality is try to reduce
the impacts as much as possible.
Citizen Comment: DuBois Pegi DuBois, 2907 Mountain View Ave. N., Renton, 98056, asked for
- Quendall Terminals additional information on the City's plans to acquire and clean up the
Purchase & Cleanup Quendall Terminals property on Lake Washington. Mayor Tanner offered to
provide Ms. DuBois with the press packet on this subject.
Citizen Comment: Darst - Pat Darst, 2601 Edmonds Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, concurred in the proposal
Veterans Memorial outlined earlier by Mrs. Richter that the City use the now-vacant Holms
Proposal building site for a veterans memorial to honor all who have served their
country.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THIS
MATTER TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
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Citizen Comment: Painter John Painter, 537 Smithers Ave. S., Renton, 98055, expressed concern that
- Peddler's License for Ice operators of ice cream trucks need only purchase a business license to operate
Cream Trucks in the City of Renton. He suggested that these types of businesses instead be
�.. required to obtain a peddler's license, which would ensure a background check
of each applicant and also require that all vehicles used for solicitations and
sales clearly identify the business.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE ADMINISTRATION AND THE FINANCE
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
CAG: 98-068, NW 7th St City Clerk reported bid opening on 6/02/98 for CAG-98-068, NW 7th Street
Sewer Replacement, Sewer Replacement (Directional Drill); two bids; engineer's estimate
Snelson Co $180,83.25; and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the
low bidder, Snelson Companies, Inc., in the total amount of $145,694.50.
Council concur.
Finance: Audit Program Finance and Information Services Department recommended instituting an
for Misdirected or audit program to recover misdirected and/or uncollected tax and fee revenue
Uncollected Tax & Fee due to the City. Refer to Finance Committee.
Revenues
Public Works: SR-167 Surface Water Utility Division recommended approval of a state participation
Culvert Construction, agreement in the amount of $85,000 with the Washington State Department of
WSDOT Funding (CAG- Transportation (WSDOT) for the SR-167 (84th Ave. S. to Grady Way) culvert
98- construction project. Council concur. (See page 203 for resolution.)
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Mayor Tanner to the City Council reporting
Executive: Adult Retail that according to the City Attorney's Office, evidence exists of negative
Outlet Location secondary effects related to adult retail outlets. As these negative secondary
Restrictions effects are inconsistent with the City's plans to upgrade its business core and
residential districts, he suggested that the City embark upon the process to
regulate the location of these businesses in Renton. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS ITEM TO THE
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Correspondence was read from the Washington State Council of County and
HR&RM - Local #2170 City Employees Local #2170, PO Box 750, Everett, 98206, expressing concern
Concern re: Non-Regular over the increasing use of limited term and other non-regular employees by
Employees the City. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE ADMINISTRATION AND THE
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR INCLUSION IN BUDGET
DELIBERATIONS.*
Mayor Tanner emphasized that the positions referred to (in the Development
Services Division) are regular, though limited in term. This means that the
persons hired for them will receive full City benefits. He committed to
making these positions permanent after two years, should they still be needed
at that time.
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Responding to Councilman Corman, Mayor Tanner said since these positions
are not now permanent in nature, they are not eligible for union membership.
He agreed that this was a valid negotiating point that the union can raise
during the next bargaining talks.
now
*MOTION CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Darst - Correspondence was read from Pat Darst, 2601 Edmonds Ave. NE, Renton,
Veterans Memorial 98056, regarding the proposed veterans memorial. MOVED BY NELSON,
Proposal SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER TO THE
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report recommending that Council
Committee of the Whole authorize the Administration to sign the purchase and sale agreement with
Council: Quendall Altino Properties and J.H. Baxter Co. and investigate the feasibility of taking
Terminals Acquisition and title to the Quendall Terminals property for the purpose of cleaning up the
Cleanup property and restoring it to a usable site. It is understood that final action on
this matter will be brought back to Council after all of the contingencies have
been investigated and a risk assessment has been completed. The Committee
further recommended that Council appropriate $218,370 for this project in the
1998 fiscal year. $107,500 will be included in the Administration's proposed
1999 budget. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation Committee Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
Transportation: N 30th recommending that Council authorize the Mayor to execute a task order
St/Park Ave N agreement with H.W. Lochner, Inc. to conduct design of the North 30th Street
Preliminary Sidewalk and Park Avenue North walkway project. This project is a budgeted item
Design, H.W. Lochner, under the City's Walkway Program (TIP Project #5). MOVED BY
Inc., CAG-98- SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE �+
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation: Renton Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
Urban Shuttle (RUSH) recommending that Council support the continued operation of the RUSH
Service shuttle under the current operating characteristics. To continue RUSH
operations, the Committee recommended that Council direct Staff to work
with the King County Department of Transportation (Metro) to develop an
operating agreement for continued RUSH operations for a two-year period.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation: Six-Year Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
TIP, 1998-2004 regarding the 1998-2004 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
The Committee has reviewed the proposed TIP and the associated mid-year
budget adjustments, and recommended that a public hearing be held on June
22, 1998 to consider adoption. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending that
Transportation: Program Council approve the Transportation System Division's request to fill the vacant
Development Coordinator Program Development Coordinator position at Step E of the salary range.
I Step Change MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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Transportation: Civil Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending that
Engineer II Step Change Council approve the Transportation System Division's request to fill the vacant
Civil Engineer II position at Step E of the salary range. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Development Services: Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding the request
New Positions (Two from the Building and Code Compliance sections of the Development Services
Inspectors) Division for two full-time, limited term employees. The first position is a
Plans Examiner/Combination Inspector at Grade 18, Step C, and the second
position is a Land Use Compliance Inspector, also at Grade 18, Step C. Both
positions are requested for approximately one and one-half years, through the
end of 1999. The addition of these limited term employees will allow the
sections to maintain a current level of efficiency and productivity, as they
have been faced with increased work volumes. The amount required to retain
these employees is $124,100 plus automobiles, which includes salary and
benefits for the duration of their tenure. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
of Claims Vouchers #159892 - 160338 in the amount of $2,412,252.13; and
approval of Payroll Vouchers #160048 - 160339 and 503 direct deposits in the
total amount of $1,289,617.02. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
HR&RM: 1998 Renewal Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending
of Service Broker concurrence in the staff recommendation to renew services of broker
Agreements agreements for The Charles Group, Inc., Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (Denver),
and Giesy, Greer & Gunn, Inc. for 1998. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Public Works: Sidewalk Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending
Construction/Restoration concurrence in the staff recommendation that Council approve the use of
Funding Allocation $250,000 of Fund 215 (General Governmental Miscellaneous Debt) money for
the purpose of restoring and repairing existing sidewalks and building new
sidewalks in residential areas that currently do not have sidewalks. This
action would provide supplemental funding for the Neighborhood Sidewalk
Program, and enable sidewalk improvements to be constructed in
neighborhoods throughout the City.
Previously approved funding for Phase I of the 1998 Neighborhood Sidewalk
Program will be primarily dedicated to sidewalk improvements requested by
the Highlands Neighborhood Group, and to perform the design of new
sidewalks for Park Ave. from N. 28th St. to N. 38th St., and along N. 30th St.
from Burnett Ave. N. to I-405 in Kennydale.
The currently proposed funding for Phase II of the 1998 Neighborhood
Sidewalk Program will be used to supplement a Transportation Improvement
Board grant of $100,000 to construct the previously-mentioned sidewalks
along Park Ave. and N. 30th St. in Kennydale (construction to be done in
1999), and for rehabilitation and repair of sidewalks that pose a safety risk to
pedestrians in the Rolling Hills, Tiffany Park and Victoria Park
neighborhoods. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
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EDNSP: Pavilion Building Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending
Improvements concurrence in the recommendation of the Economic Development,
Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department in the appropriation of
$200,000 from the unallocated fund balance in reserve for the piazza project "'r
to complete necessary improvements to the Pavilion building. The Committee
further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter be presented
for first reading. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 203 for ordinance.)
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report concurring in the staff
Utility: Seattle Water recommendation to approve three documents: an interlocal agreement; an
Franchise Agreement, agreement for the transfer of water service from the City of Seattle to the
CAG-98- City of Renton to serve Boeing; and a water purveyor contract between the
City of Seattle and the City of Renton for the sale of wholesale water and
emergency water supply by Seattle to Renton.
The Committee recognized that more work needs to be done in regard to the
fourth document, a lease agreement. Staff is still negotiating item #2 of this
agreement (titled "Renton's Use of the Leased Land") with the aim of altering
the language to secure Renton's use of the surface of Seattle's Cedar River
pipeline for the proposed public piazza park and the public parking lot
including access to the Dally development located north of S. 3rd Street and
between Burnett and Morris Avenues South. Provision 3.2 of the lease
agreement must be revised to remove Renton's obligation to provide written
agreements to Seattle indicating the current leaseholders' willingness to
relinquish the leases. Seattle's right to terminate the lease at its sole
discretion, as provided in item 15.2 of the lease agreement, will also require
revision. Conditioned upon satisfactory resolution of these items, the Utilities""'"
Committee recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve
this lease agreement as well.
The Committee further recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be
authorized to execute these agreements upon their approval by the City
Attorney and satisfactory revision of the lease agreement as previously
described. The Committee further recommended that upon approval of the
City Attorney and satisfactory revision of the lease agreement, the resolution
regarding these agreements be presented for reading and adoption.
The Committee noted that it is important to conclude this process and
implement the agreements by August 1, 1998, or as soon as both Seattle and
Renton pass their respective legislation accepting the agreements. Staff
reports that this date is realistic and achievable. Seattle is progressing with
approval of the documents to meet this timeline as well. MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Plannine & Development Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report regarding the Suburban Cities Survey. The Committee reviewed the
Council: Suburban Cities survey information to be provided to the Suburban Cities Association (SCA)
Questionnaire regarding regional finance and governance issues. The Committee proposed
some minor modifications and additions to the Administration. These
modifications and additions were included in the final draft of the survey that
was delivered along with a signed cover letter to the SCA on Friday, June 5,
1998. The cover letter was signed by both the Mayor and the Council
President. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the
Committee recommendation of the Executive Department that the contract of the
Executive: Special volunteer coordinator be combined with that of special events coordination for
Events/Volunteer one 12-month contract for services in the amount of $45,000. The Committee
Coordinator, Sonja recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve this
Mejlaender, CAG-98- contract for volunteer/special events coordination services with Sonja
Mejlaender. The Committee further recommended that the contract be
managed by the Community Relations Specialist in the Executive Department.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3329 A resolution was read authorizing the temporary closure of the Monster Road
Streets: Monster Road bridge between Monster Road SW and SR-900 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Way)
Bridge Temporary Closure for roadway construction. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
(Monster Rd SW to SR- CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
900) CARRIED.
Resolution #3330 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a
Public Works: SR-167 state participating agreement with the Washington State Department of
Culvert Construction, Transportation (WSDOT) for the SR-167 (84th Ave. S. to S. Grady Way)
WSDOT Funding (CAG- culvert construction project at the intersection of SR-167 and SW 23rd St., if
98- extended. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
M`. The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 6/15/98 for second and final reading:
EDNSP: Pavilion Building An ordinance was read providing for 1998 Budget amendments in the amount
Improvements of $200,000 for capital improvement projects (expenditures related to the
downtown park area known as the Piazza). MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/15/98. CARRIED.
Ordinance #4726 An ordinance was read amending Section 6-2-2 of Chapter 2, Air Guns, of
Police: Ordinance Title VI (Police Regulations) of City Code by correcting a typographical error
Outlawing Shooting Bows, and by adding a subsection making it unlawful for any person to shoot a bow,
Air Guns or Slingshots at air gun or slingshot at any animal or fowl. MOVED BY CORMAN,
Animals SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:38 p.m.
MARILY J. P ERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
6/08/98
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
June 8, 1998
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COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 6/15 "CANCELLED"
(Edwards)
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE
(Parker)
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT THURS., 6/11 Neighborhood Identification Concept;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Removal of Restrictive Covenants
(Feighner/Dochnahl);
A-Frame Signs ....,
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 6/15 New Ordinance re: Drug Paraphernalia
(Corman) 6:30 p.m.
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) THURS., 6/11 Transit Center Architectural Concepts
(Schlitzer) 3:00 p.m.
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA 205
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
June 15, 1998
�,,... Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JUNE 8, 1998
4. PROCLAMATION: Day of Concern for the Hungry — September 26, 1998
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Special Olympics Participants
b. Jury Service Promotion—Judge LeRoy McCullough, King County Superior Court Jury Committee
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
�... recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Jesse Tanner appoints the following individuals to the Municipal Arts Commission to positions
that are currently vacant: Nancy Hoben, 17434 - 128th Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, term to expire
12/31/2000; Eileen Cunio, 337 Stevens Ave. NW, Renton, 98055, and Rebecca Lloyd, 331 Smithers
Ave. S., Renton, 98055, terms to expire 12/31/1999; and Diana Hagen, 14230 - 147th Pl. SE, Renton,
98059, term to expire 12/31/1998. Refer to Community Services Committee.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 6/05/98 for CAG-98-073, Sale of Gravel from the Cedar River
Section 205 Flood Control Project; two bids; project estimate $621,000; and submits staff
recommendation to award the contract to the high bidder, City Transfer, in the total amount of
$718,117.50 (funds to be paid to the City for the material). Council concur.
c. Community Services Department recommends the appointment of Sylvia Allen to the position of
Recreation Director, grade 37, step B, with a start date of 7/12/1998. Council concur.
d. Development Services Division recommends approval of the Scott Glen Final Plat, 12 single family lots
on 1.97 acres in the vicinity ofHoquiam Ave. NE and NE 9th Street (FP-98-071). Council concur.
(See 10.a. for resolution.)
e. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department proposes an amendment to
the Center Downtown (CD) zone to address Comprehensive Plan policy language which states that the
primary pedestrian area of the downtown should have ground-floor, street-front uses that cater to walk-
in customer traffic. Refer to Planning& Development Committee.
f. Executive Department submits a proposed contract in the amount of$50,000 with T. Ellen Sollod for
the design, construction and installation of artwork commissioned as a"1% for Art" project for
downtown Renton in the vicinity of Logan Ave. S. and S. 3rd Street, as recommended by the Municipal
Arts Commission. Refer to Community Services Committee.
g. Hearing Examiner recommends rezoning the Oakesdale Campus site (14 acres on the northwest corner
of SW 43rd St. and Oakesdale Ave. SW) from Medium Industrial (IM) to Commercial Arterial (CA),
File No. R-98-005. Council concur. (See agenda item 11. for ordinance.)
h. Legal Department recommends approval of ordinance adopting, by reference, the State law crimes of:
dangerous weapons; possession of pistol by persons from 18 to 21 years of age; dangerous exhibitions;
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and weapons prohibited in certain places (court,jail, etc.). Refer to Public Safety Committee.
i. Solid Waste Utility Division recommends accepting $31,620 from King County for 1998 Business
Recycling Program activities and a Special Recycling Event. Refer to Utilities Committee.
j. Solid Waste Utility Division recommends accepting $28,080 from the Seattle-King County Department
of Public Health for Local Hazarous Waste Management Program efforts (targeted waste collection
and household hazardous waste education workshops). Refer to Utilities Committee.
k. Transportation Systems Division recommends acceptance of a grant in the amount of$1,809,977 from ONO
the Transportation Improvement Board for construction of the Main Ave. S. improvements. Renton's
required local match is $475,347. Council concur. (See 10.b. for resolution.)
9. CORRESPONDENCE
10. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Planning & Development Committee: Neighborhood Identification Concept; Removal of Restrictive
Covenants (Feighner/Dochnahl); A-Frame Signs
b. Public Safety Committee: New Ordinance re: Drug Paraphernalia
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Scott Glenn Final Plat (see 8.d.)
b. TIB grant funds for Main Ave. S. project (see 81.)
Ordinance for first reading: Oakesdale Campus rezone from IM to CA(see 8.g.)
Ordinance for second and final reading:
Appropriating funds for Pavilion building improvements (1st reading 6/08/98)
12. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
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Referrals,
ADMINISTRATION
Cooperate w/removal of restrictive covenants for Feighner/Dochnahl
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Municipal Arts Commission appointments (Nancy Hoben, Eileen Cunio, Rebecca Lloyd, Diana Hagen)
Contract with T. Ellen Sollod for a"1% for Art" project in the downtown
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Agreement with Transportation Improvement Board to receive grant funding for Main Ave. S. project
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Center Downtown (CD) zone changes re: ground-floor, streetfront uses which cater to walk-in traffic
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Ordinance adopting various State law crimes by reference (re: firearms)
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Grant from King County for 1998 Business Recycling Program & Special Recycling event
Grant from Seattle-King County for 1998 Local Hazardous Waste Management Program
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ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Oakesdale Campus rezone (1st reading 6/15/98)
Drug paraphernalia infraction (1 st reading 6/15/98)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
6/22/98 — Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) & associated budget adjustments
6/22/98 — Automall Expansion Amendments
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Regular Meeting
June 15, 1998 Council Chamber:
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Buildinl
MINUTES ...
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY
COUNCILMEMBERS SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE DAVID DEAN, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
BONNIE RERECICH, Recreation Supervisor; JILL DIDDY, Recreation
Program Coordinator; SEAN CLAGGETT, Recreation Specialist; DEREK
TODD, Finance Analyst; COMMANDER ROB SOFIE, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF JUNE 8, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the day of September 26,
"Day of Concern for the 1998, to be "Day of Concern for the Hungry" in Renton, and strongly urging
Hungry" - 9/26/98 all citizens to join with the Emergency Feeding Program to feed those who
are hungry. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Bonnie Rerecich, Recreation Supervisor, and Jill Diddy, Recreation Program
PRESENTATIONS Coordinator, introduced the Special Olympics athletes who participated in the
Parks: Special Olympics recent statewide events held at Fort Lewis. The athletes recited the Special
Participants Olympics oath: "Let me win; but if I cannot win, let me be brave in the
attempt."
King County: Jury The Honorable Judge LeRoy McCullough, Chair, King County Superior Court
Promotion (Superior Court Jury Committee, addressed the Mayor, Council and the viewing audience on
Judge McCullough) the importance of jury service and the need for citizens to fulfill their civic
duty,by serving as jurors when summoned. Judge McCullough explained that
the jury system in King County is suffering from a decline in the number of
people serving as jurors. Currently, only about 10% to 15% of those
summoned for jury service respond. As a result, the burden of jury service is
borne by a small percentage of King County residents; fewer citizens from
minority communities are serving as jurors; and a small number of businesses
and employers pay a greater share of the indirect costs of jury service for
employed persons who serve.
Continuing, Judge McCullough noted that King County has implemented
several programs designed to encourage jury service. For example, the
County now selects jurors from a pool of persons with driver's licenses and
identification cards in addition to registered voters. Additionally, the two-
week juror service term has been replaced with a "two-day/one trial' term.
But despite these changes, citizen response to jury summons continues to
decline.
Judge McCullough also emphasized the importance of having a diverse jury
panel, noting that the right of a defendant to a jury trial includes the right to
an unbiased, non-prejudiced jury of one's peers. Stating that the purpose of a
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jury is to provide the legal system with the voice of the common man and the
collective judgment of the community as a means of ensuring both justice and
trust, he concluded by urging Council to encourage citizens to serve as jurors
when summoned.
Responding to Council President Edwards, Chief Administrative Officer Jay
Covington said the City continues to pay the salaries of its employees who are
absent from work due to jury service.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler suggested that King County raise juror per
diems from $10 per day to $25 per day, as allowed by State law. She noted
that $10 typically will not cover a day's parking expense for jurors called to
serve in downtown Seattle. Judge McCullough agreed, adding, however, that
King County paid over $1 million in juror per diems in 1997.
Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler also suggested that the Court be allowed to advertise its
speakers panel via Renton's government access channel, since community
groups frequently seek speakers to address their memberships.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* The first phase of the move to the new City Hall was accomplished
over the weekend with the relocation of the Economic Development
Department, the Planning/Building/Public Works Department, Fire
Administration and Fire Prevention, and the Community Services
Department. The second and final phase will happen in mid-July.
* The Police Department has developed a new Crime Resistant Multi-
Housing Program to help prevent illegal activity at rental properties.
AUDIENCE COMMENT David Loring, 613-A S. 3rd St., Renton, 98055, suggested that the City
Citizen Comment: Loring consider converting the old City Hall site for use as multi-family residential
- Proposed Conversion of housing. Saying this could be accomplished by either selling the property to a
Old City Hall to developer or by the City entering into some type of public/private partnership
Residential Use with the City retaining ownership and control, Mr. Loring noted the need for
more high-density residential property in the downtown. He appreciated the
City's efforts to revitalize the downtown and felt that progress was being
made, but was concerned about keeping the momentum going after the piazza
and Dally Homes projects are finished.
Mayor Tanner replied that although the City supports -- and is working
towards -- a greater residential density of the downtown, neither he nor a
majority of the Council favors selling this building at this time. Instead, the
City plans to install fire sprinklers, then lease the building to one or more
tenants who can pursue any additional desired improvements. Mayor Tanner
also did not believe that it would be worthwhile financially to convert the
building's use to residential.
Councilman Clawson commented that in ten or fifteen years, the City might
be amenable to considering Mr. Loring's proposal for this site.
Citizen Comment: Tom Huxtable 3176 NE Sunset Blvd., Renotn 98059 expressed appreciation
p
Huxtable - Cleanup on for the cleanup work done on Sunset Boulevard in the Highlands over the last
Sunset Blvd three or four months. He also commended the City for the look of the new
City Hall and its signage. On a final subject, Mr. Huxtable hoped that RUSH
shuttle service will be expanded to the Highlands area from the downtown.
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Councilman Corman replied that the City is interested in expanding RUSH
shuttle service to the Highlands, perhaps in the next year or two.
WON
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appointment: Municipal Mayor Jesse Tanner appointed the following individuals to the Municipal Arts
Arts Commission Commission to positions that are currently vacant: Nancy Hoben, 17434 -
128th Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, term to expire 12/31/2000; Eileen Cunio, 337
Stevens Ave. NW, Renton, 98055, and Rebecca Lloyd, 331 Smithers Ave. S.,
Renton, 98055, terms to expire 12/31/1999; and Diana Hagen, 14230 - 147th
Pl. SE, Renton, 98059, term to expire 12/31/1998. Refer to Community
Services Committee.
CAG: 98-073, Sale of City Clerk reported bid opening on 6/05/98 for CAG-98-073, Sale of Gravel
Gravel from the Cedar from the Cedar River Section 205 Flood Control project; two bids; project
River Flood Control estimate $621,000; and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract
Project, City Transfer to the high bidder, City Transfer, in the total amount of $718,117.50 (funds to
be paid to the City for the material). Council concur.
Parks: Recreation Director Community Services Department recommended the appointment of Sylvia
Appointment Allen to the position of Recreation Director, grade 37, step B, with a start
date of 7/12/1998. Council concur.
Plat: Scott Glen, Final, Development Services Division recommended approval of the Scott Glen final
Hoquaim Ave NE/NE 9th plat, 12 single family lots on 1.97 acres located in the vicinity of Hoquiam
St (FP-98-071) Ave. NE and NE 9th Street (FP-98-071). Council concur. (See page 212 for
resolution.) ...r
Zoning: CD Zone Changes Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
re: Ground Floor, proposed an amendment to the Center Downtown (CD) zone to address
Streetfront Uses Comprehensive Plan policy language which states that the primary pedestrian
area of the downtown should have ground-floor, streetfront uses that cater to
walk-in customer traffic. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
Executive: 1% for Arts Executive Department submitted a proposed contract in the amount of $50,000
Contract w/T. Ellen Sollod with T. Ellen Sollod for the design, construction and installation of artwork
(Downtown Project) commissioned as a "1% for Art" project for downtown Renton in the vicinity
of Logan Ave. S. and S. 3rd Street, as recommended by the Municipal Arts
Commission. Refer to Community Services Committee.
Rezone: Oakesdale Hearing Examiner recommended rezoning the Oakesdale Campus site (14 acres
Campus, SW on the northwest corner of SW 43rd St. and Oakesdale Ave. SW) from Medium
43rd/Oakesdale Ave SW, Industrial (IM) to Commercial Arterial (CA), File No. R-98-005. Council
R-98-005 concur. (See page 212 for ordinance.)
Legal: State Law Crimes Legal Department recommended approval of an ordinance adopting, by
(Adoption by Reference) reference, the State law crimes of. dangerous weapons; possession of pistol by
persons from 18 to 21 years of age; dangerous exhibitions; and weapons
prohibited in certain places (court, jail, etc.). Refer to Public Safety
Committee.
Solid Waste: 1998 Business Solid Waste Utility Division recommended accepting $31,620 from King
Recycling/Special County for 1998 Business Recycling Program activities and a Special
Recycling Events, King Recycling Event. Refer to Utilities Committee.
County Funding, CAG-
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Solid Waste: 1998 Local Solid Waste Utility Division recommended accepting $28,080 from the Seattle-
Hazardous Waste King County Department of Public Health for Local Hazardous Waste
Management Program, Management Program efforts (targeted waste collection and household
King County Funding, hazardous waste education workshops). Refer to Utilities Committee.
CAG-98-
Transportation: Main Ave Transportation Systems Division recommended acceptance of a grant in the
S Improvements, TIB amount of $1,809,977 from the Transportation Improvement Board for
Grant, CAG-98- construction of the Main Ave. S. improvements. Renton's required local
match is $475,347. Council concur. (See page 212 for resolution.)
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED.*
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler inquired how the transfer of gravel from the
Cedar River to its temporary storage location at the Narco site will affect
Renton Hill traffic where Renton Avenue intersects with Mill Ave., Houser
Way and the Narco site access road. Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator Gregg Zimmerman replied that for two months, gravel-carrying
trucks will make fairly regular runs between the Cedar River and the Narco
site. The gravel will then be removed by a private contractor after August
31 st.
Responding to Councilman Schlitzer, Mr. Zimmerman agreed to find out how
often truck runs are expected to be made to the Narco site.
*MOTION CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Public Safety Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending that
Public Safety Committee Council concur with the City Attorney's recommendation to adopt Engrossed
Legal: Drug Paraphernalia House Bill 2772 by reference, making it an infraction to deliver drug
Sales & Distribution paraphernalia. The Committee further recommended that the ordinance
regarding this matter be presented for first reading. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 212 for ordinance.)
Planning & Development Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report recommending concurrence with the staff recommendation to authorize
Public Works: the removal of a restrictive covenant that was required in 1985 as a condition
Feighner/Dochnahl of the annexation and rezoning of certain properties located on the south side
Removal of Restrictive of NE 4th St., east of Union Ave. NE (Feighner/Dochnahl). The covenant
Covenants on NE 4th St required a joint (common) access between the properties, to be established at
the time of future development or redevelopment of the properties. The
covenant unduly encumbers the subject properties, and therefore the
Committee recommended allowing the applicants to proceed with removing
the restrictive covenant from the land title. The Committee recommended
that Council authorize the Administration to cooperate in the preparation of
documents for removal of the restrictive covenants. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. MOTION CARRIED, WITH
COUNCILMAN PARKER ABSTAINING DUE TO HIS PERSONAL
ACQUAINTANCE WITH THE APPLICANTS.
Legal: A-Frame As chair of the Planning & Development Committee, Councilmember
("Sandwich-Board") Signs Keolker-Wheeler reported that the committee is retaining the subject of A-
frame signs for further deliberation. An ad hoc committee will be formed, to
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include interested business owners and others, to help resolve the various
issues associated with this type of advertising.
Councilman Schlitzer suggested that the City make one of its video cameras
available to this committee for the purpose of documenting the existence of
signs other than A-frames, the legality of which are questionable.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3331 A resolution was read approving the Scott Glen final plat; 12 single family lots
Plat: Scott Glen, Final, on 1.97 acres in the vicinity of Hoquiam Ave. NE and NE 9th Street.
Hoquaim Ave NE/NE 9th MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
St (FP-98-071) RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3332 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Transportation: Main Ave agreement with the Transportation Improvement Board for urban arterial trust
S Improvements, TIB account funds for the Main Ave. S. project. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
Grant, CAG-98- WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 6/22/98 for second and final reading:
Rezone: Oakesdale An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of approximately 14
Campus, SW acres located at the northwest corner of SW 43rd St. and Oakesdale Ave. SW,
43rd/Oakesdale Ave SW, south of Springbrook Creek, from Medium Industrial (IM) to Commercial
R-98-005 Arterial (CA) (Oakesdale Campus, R-98-005). MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/22/98. CARRIED.
Legal: Drug Paraphernalia An ordinance was read amending Chapter 12, Drug Paraphernalia, Sales or
Sales & Distribution Use, of Title VI (Police Regulations) of City Code by adding a new section
entitled "Drug Paraphernalia Infraction." MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 6/22/98. CARRIED.
Ordinance #4727 An ordinance was read providing for 1998 Budget amendments in the amount
EDNSP: Pavilion Building of $200,000 for capital improvement projects (expenditures related to the
Improvements downtown park area known as the Piazza). MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:45 p.m.
MARILYN J P RSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
6/15/98
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Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
June 15, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 6/22 Regional Finance& Governance Update
(Edwards) 7:00 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 6/16 Municipal Arts Commission
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Appointments;
1% for Art Project in the Downtown
FINANCE MON., 6/22 Follow-up to Pool Survey;
(Parker) 6:15 p.m. Vouchers;
Audit Program to Recover Misdirected
and/or Uncollected Revenues
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
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AGENDA
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REGULAR MEETING
June 22, 1998 ...r
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JUNE 15, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Introduction of new Volunteer Program Coordinator/Renton River Days Coordinator
b. Recognition of Former Municipal Arts Commission Members
** c. Planning/Building/Public Works Department's"Good Works" Awards
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. 1999-2004 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program& Associated Budget Adjustments
b. Renton Automall Expansion
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and MEW
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk reports bid opening on 6/17/98 for CAG-98-069, Museum Restroom Renovation project;
seven bids; project estimate $30,000; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the
low bidder, Pacific Northwest Builders, in the total amount of$30,276.87. Council concur.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 6/16/98 for CAG-98-076, 1998 Sidewalk Rehabilitation project for
Windsor Hills; seven bids; project estimate $124,669; and submits staff recommendation to award the
contract to the low bidder, D.A. Zuluaga Construction, Inc., in the total amount of$119,479. Council
concur.
c. Public Works Maintenance Division submits CAG-98-023, 1998 Street Patch project; and requests
approval of the project, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$9,336.38 to Lakeridge Paving, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
d. Transportation Systems Division requests approval of Supplement No. 3 to CAG-97-061, contract with
Kato & Warren, Inc. (engineering and design services on the Oakesdale Ave. SW project, SW 16th to
27th Streets) for landscape design and geotechnical inspection services in the amount of$69,871.70.
Refer to Transportation Committee.
e. Water Utility Division recommends approval of annual consultant contract list for telemetry and
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) services. Council concur.
9. CORRESPONDENCE ..r
Letter from David L. Halinen, 10500 NE 8th St. Suite 1900, Bellevue, 98004, representing Gary Merlino
Construction Co., Inc., asking that the planned closure of the Monster Road Bridge between Monster Road
SW and SR-900 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Way) for approximately 30 days between June 22nd and July 24th,
be countermanded. Refer to Transportation Committee.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: Municipal Arts Commission appointments; "1% for Art" project
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Adopting the 1998-2004 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP); see 5.a.
Ordinance for first reading: Budget adjustments for transportation improvement projects (see 5.a.)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Oakesdale Campus rezone from IMto CA(1st reading 6/15/98)
b. Drug paraphernalia infraction (1st reading 6/15/98)
12. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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West Hill potential annexation area boundary
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Contract with T. Ellen Sollod for 1% for Art project in the downtown
PLANNING COMMISSION
West Hill potential annexation area boundary
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ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
1998 Budget adjustments for transportation projects (1st reading 6/22/98)
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Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
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MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY
COUNCILMEMBERS SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER. MOVED
BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT
COUNCILMEMBERS DAN CLAWSON AND TONI NELSON. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE DAVID DEAN, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
BETTY NOKES, Economic Development Director; SANDRA MEYER,
Transportation Systems Director; MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of
Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning; LEE HARD, Transportation Planning
Supervisor; STEPHEN ROLLE, Civil Engineer; STEVE CLARK, Program
Development Coordinator; SANDY CHASTAIN, Community Relations
Specialist; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF JUNE 15, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Sandy Chastain, Community Relations Specialist, introduced Sonja Mejlaender,
r.�. PRESENTATIONS chosen to provide volunteer coordination and special events (Renton River
Executive: Introduction of Days) coordination services to the City for the next year. Ms. Mejlaender, a
New Volunteer/Special Renton native, expressed enthusiasm for her new duties and looked forward to
Events Coordinator working with everyone.
P/B/PW Department Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg Zimmerman announced
Employee Awards that the following P/B/PW employees received "Good Works" awards in 1997:
Ron Druce, Water Quality Technician; Sonja Fesser, Engineering Specialist;
Lisa Grueter, Senior Planner; Tom Malphrus, Civil Engineer; Lee Walmsley,
Maintenance Services Worker; Richard Thompson, Maintenance Services
Worker; and Joe Armstrong, Engineering Specialist. Mr. Zimmerman
explained that the awards are given for technical skills, superior customer
service ethics, the willingness to go the extra mile for co-workers, and
dedication to the public and to public service.
Mr. Zimmerman also announced that Owen Dennison, Associate Planner; was
awarded the P/B/PW Department's 1997 Saber award, which designates him as
the department's Employee of the Year. He concluded by recognizing Pat
Stoddard, Utility Division Secretary, who is retiring at the end of June. For
several years, Mrs. Stoddard chaired the ad hoc committee responsible for
coordinating department luncheons and selecting Good Works award winners
from the many nominations received.
Planning: Neighborhood Martin Patricelli, 729 SW Langston Rd., Renton, 98055, presented plaques of
Program Recognition appreciation to Sandy Chastain, Community Relations Specialist, and Renton
„ur (Earlington Liaisons) Police Chief Garry Anderson for their volunteer work as Neighborhood
Program liaisons to the Earlington community. Mr. Patricelli said since
Earlington began receiving assistance from Mrs. Chastain and Chief Anderson,
five active Block Watch groups have been formed, a crosswalk on SW
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Langston Rd. has been replaced, abandoned cars have been removed, and
numerous other improvements have been made in the area.
Mr. Patricelli also presented plaques to Mayor Tanner and the City Council tou
express appreciation for their roles in implementing the Neighborhood
Program.
PUBLIC HEARINGS This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published
Transportation: Six-Year in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public
TIP, 1999-2004 hearing to consider the 1999-2004 Six-Year Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP) and associated budget amendments.
Sandra Meyer, Transportation Systems Director, explained that the TIP
identifies six years' worth of transportation capital improvement projects,
associated funding, the timing of improvements, and the anticipated results of i
implementing the program. The TIP assumes that certain state and regional
funding will become available, such as the RTA funding that was approved �!
and allocated to the greater Renton area for the HOV-direct access
interchanges and express bus service.
Lee Haro, Transportation Planning Supervisor, added that the proposed budget
adjustments reflect an increase of $900,000 in local revenues resulting from
special appropriations for neighborhood walkways and downtown street
improvements, as well as from increased business licensing fees. Newly
acquired state and federal grants total an additional $3,200,000.
Mr. Haro described how the TIP will maintain the City's existing
infrastructure, one of the most important purposes of any transportation
program. Other projects and programs enhance the liveability of Renton's now
communities, or improve the safety and operations of transportation facilities.
Mr. Haro noted that RUSH, downtown Renton's free bus shuttle service, is
the most successful shuttle in King County's history.
Mr. Haro briefly reviewed the top ten TIP priority projects, as follows: Street
Overlay Program; Oakesdale Ave. SW Phase 1 (SW 16th to 27th Sts.);
Oakesdale Ave. SW Phase 2 (SW 27th to 31st Sts.); I-405/NE 44th St.
Interchange; Transit Program; Walkway Program; Intra-City Intermodal
Transportation Program; Downtown Transit Access Program; Logan Ave. and
Pipeline Streetscape; and Transit Priority Signal System.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY i
PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED. (See page 223 for legislation.)
EDNSP: Automall This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published
Expansion in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public
hearing to consider the proposed expansion of the Renton Automall.
Mike Kattermann, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning, stated that
Renton's Automall area is divided into two subsections, Areas "A" and "B."
Area A is currently restricted to auto-related uses only. It has higher
landscape standards for all properties, and financial incentives for dealerships
to locate there. The proposal is to expand the current Area "A" west to
include four additional blocks between Lind and Raymond. The change Ono
would also add existing offices and small vehicle sales (snowmobiles and lawn
and garden equipment) to the list of allowed uses.
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Continuing, Mr. Kattermann said one proposed change for Automall Area "B"
would be to adopt Area "A"'s higher landscape standards, but only for those
auto dealerships located within its boundaries. Area "B" encompasses three
different zoning categories (Arterial Commercial, and Medium Industrial and
High Industrial) but uses do not have to be auto-related. The proposal would
expand Area "B" to include several existing and expected dealerships currently
located outside of the Automall. This would allow the City to require higher
landscape standards of these businesses. It would also permit auto dealerships
in Area "B" to have electronic reader board signs.
Mr. Kattermann added that the proposal would also create a right-of-way
improvement plan that would use special street signage and decorative banners
to help identify the area.
The Planning Commission recommended that the Automall expansion be
approved as presented, with two modifications: 1) That the reference to
"snowmobile, lawn and garden equipment" be deleted from the list of primary
uses allowed in Area "A"; and 2) That the Puget Sound Energy site located on
Grady Way east of Talbot Road not be included in the expansion area.
Mr. Kattermann added that staff's recommendation is that this item remain in
Planning & Development Committee for further consideration. He noted the
receipt of a request to extend the written comment period for one week,
which staff does not oppose.
Councilman Schlitzer suggested that the manner in which sales of certain items
are allowed or disallowed might be overly specific, since it calls out particular
vehicles such as personal watercraft, ATVs, motorcycles, snowmobiles, etc.
Mr. Kattermann agreed that this language can be looked at closer in
committee.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler questioned why the proposal includes
overlaying the Automall designation onto properties such as the Holiday Inn
site, which is already developed and for which the City is not encouraging
redevelopment. Emphasizing that the properties would not be affected unless
the current use changed to an auto dealership, Mr. Kattermann noted that any
property always possesses the opportunity to be redeveloped. He added that
Council can change the proposed expansion boundaries of Area "A" or "B" as
it deems appropriate.
Audience comment was invited.
Don Pugh, 811 SW Grady Way, Renton, 98055, representing Cummins
Northwest, Inc., was concerned with the proposal to overlay Area "A" onto
property located to the east of the Cummins site. Saying that Cummins has
considered expanding its use in that direction, he noted that it could not do so
if that property was incorporated into Area "A," since it would then be
restricted to certain auto-related uses.
Correspondence was read from Robert I. Heller, 1001 Fourth Ave. Suite 4000,
Seattle, 981Q4, representing Cummins Northwest Inc., describing the concern
stated by Mr. Pugh and suggesting that the following sentence be added to the
Automall provisions to address this and similar situations: "However,
businesses in operation on the date of this amendment at locations abutting or
adjacent to (across the street from) Area 'A' shall be permitted to expand onto
property in Area 'A' that is abutting or adjacent to the existing facility."
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Responding to Councilman Corman, Mr. Kattermann noted that Council could
always change the boundaries of Area "A" in the future to accommodate
situations such as that described by Mssrs. Pugh and Heller.
Additional correspondence was read from Rosemary Grassi, no address
provided, who asked that the Puget Sound Energy property be excluded from
the Automall area, as she felt it could be used in the future to expand the
new city hall complex. Noting her concern that the entrance into the Chevron
station in Renton Village is hazardous to drivers entering from the east, Ms.
Grassi further asked that the City encourage natural landscaping with plants
and flowers in the Automall and discourage streamers, fringe and balloons
which are not as attractive.
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Mayor Tanner said the
primary reason for including the Puget Sound Energy site in Area "B" is
because it has already been sold to AutoNation, and only by including it in
Area "B" will the City be able to require the higher landscape standards. He
added that this site is currently zoned Heavy Industrial (IH), which allows
auto sales.
Jerry Shreve, PO Box 95, Kent, 98035, stated that he owns a home at 515
Wells S. adjacent to the proposed Automall expansion area, the basement of
which has flooded three times in the last eight years. He was concerned that
additional development and pavement would increase the storm water runoff
in this area, resulting in more flooding. He therefore requested that the City
re-evaluate its storm water runoff regulations for any new development in this
area.
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg Zimmerman agreed that..
this area still experiences surface water problems, which the City is
addressing. Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington added that Renton's
development regulations stipulate that no new project is allowed to increase an
area's current storm water runoff.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CLOSE THE
PUBLIC HEARING, LEAVING THE WRITTEN RECORD OPEN FOR ONE
WEEK AS REQUESTED. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* Metro Credit Union has donated $500 to the City's scholarship-
program, which enables Renton residents to participate in a City
class or activity for half the cost or no cost.
* Dredging of the Cedar River began last week, with dredged materials
being trucked for storage to the Narco site at an expected frequency
of one truck every five or six minutes.
* Water Supervisor Ray Sled was selected to be part of a team traveling
to Bosnia to help with that country's water distribution system.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Jerry Woods, 17712 SE Petrovitsky Rd., Renton, 98058, stated that as the
Citizen Comment: Woods - owner of property located at 3521 Cedar Ave. S., he has long been concerned now
O'Connor Plat Impacts about increased water runoff from the adjacent O'Connor plat. Explaining
(Water Runoff, Property that this problem was caused by the elevation of several lots in this plat, he
Encroachment) additionally reported that another property owner's driveway was moved onto
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his land without his knowledge or permission. Mr. Woods worried that these
problems would decrease the value of his property, and requested that they be
resolved.
r Mayor Tanner agreed to look into this matter.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
CAG: 98-069, Museum City Clerk reported bid opening on 6/17/98 for CAG-98-069, Museum
Restroom Renovation, Restroom Renovation project; seven bids; project estimate $30,000; and
Pacific NW Builders submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,
Pacific Northwest Builders, in the total amount of $30,276.87. Council
concur.
CAG: 98-076, 1998 City Clerk reported bid opening on 6/16/98 for CAG-98-076, 1998 Sidewalk
Sidewalk Rehabilitation Rehabilitation for Windsor Hills; seven bids; project estimate $124,669; and
(Windsor Hills), DA submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, D.A.
Zuluaga Const Zuluaga Construction, Inc., in the total amount of $119,479. Council concur.
CAG: 98-023, 1998 Street Public Works Maintenance Division submitted CAG-98-023, 1998 Street Patch
Patch, Lakeridge Paving project; and requested approval of the project, commencement of 60-day lien
period, and release of retained amount of $9,336.38 to Lakeridge Paving, Inc.,
contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
Public Works: Annual Water Utility Division recommended approval of annual consultant contract
Consultant List for list for telemetry and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Telemetry & SCADA services. Council concur.
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MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 8.d. FOR
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration Transportation Systems Division requested approval of Supplement No. 3 to
Item 8.d. CAG-97-061, contract with Kato & Warren, Inc. (engineering and design
CAG: 97-061, Oakesdale services on the Oakesdale Ave. SW project - SW 16th to 27th Streets), for
Ave SW (16th-27th) landscape design and geotechnical inspection services in the amount of
Engineering Services, $69,871.70.
Kato & Warren
Noting that this item was originally to be referred to the Transportation
Committee, Councilman Schlitzer preferred that it proceed directly to
Council's approval this evening. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE AMENDMENT TO
THE CONTRACT WITH KATO & WARREN AS PROPOSED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from David L. Halinen, 10500 NE 8th St. Suite
Citizen Comment: Halinen 1900, Bellevue, 98004, representing Gary Merlino Construction Co., Inc.,
- Monster Road Bridge asking that the planned closure of the Monster Road Bridge between Monster
Temporary Closure Road SW and SR-900 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Way) for approximately 30
days between June 22nd and July 24th, be countermanded.
The City Clerk noted that this issue was amicably resolved after Mr. Halinen
submitted his letter to the Council last week.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report recommending that Council
Committee of the Whole refer the matter of the West Hill potential annexation area (PAA) to the
Annexation: West Hill Administration and the Planninp, Commission for review and recommendation
PAA Boundary back to the City Council regarding this PAA boundary. The Committee
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further recommended that the Administration report back to the City Council
on the best way to proceed expeditiously with potential modifications to the
boundary, including a change to the City's Comprehensive Plan. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Vice Chair Corman presented a report
Committee recommending concurrence in the Municipal Arts Commission's
Executive: 1% for Arts recommendation that the City commission T. Ellen Sollod to design, construct
Contract w/T. Ellen Sollod and install artwork as part of a 1% for Art project in downtown Renton.
(Downtown Project) Specifically, this art would be applied in the vicinity of Logan and 3rd Ave.
(the sites known as the Gateway and the Renton Piazza on Logan Ave.
between S. 2nd and 3rd Streets). The $50,000 available for the 1% project is
generated through capital projects in the Transportation department.
T. Ellen Sollod is a regionally-recognized artist known for her creative skill in
incorporating local history into her work. After a competitive selection
process, King County commissioned her to design, construct and install art in
the Transit Center. The Transit Center is immediately adjacent to the
Gateway, the Piazza, and Logan Ave. between S. 2nd and 3rd Streets.
This entire area is a significant part of our downtown redevelopment efforts.
By utilizing the same artist for both projects, the City can take advantage of
the visual consistency that can be applied to the whole area. By
commissioning the artist prior to the full design of the entire Piazza project,
the artist can integrate her concepts into the design.
The Committee further recommended that Council authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to sign a contract with T. Ellen Sollod for this 1% for Art project. mom
Additionally, the artist is required to submit the design for review to the City
Council for final approval. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Appointment: Municipal Community Services Committee Vice Chair Corman presented a report
Arts Commission recommending concurrence in the Mayor's appointments of the following
individuals to the Municipal Arts Commission to fill currently vacant
positions: Nancy Hoben, 17434 - 128th Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, term to
expire 12/31/2000; Eileen Cunio, 337 Stevens Ave. NW, Renton, 98055, and
Rebecca Lloyd, 331 Smithers Ave. S., Renton, 98055, terms to expire
12/31/1999; and Diana Hagen, 14230 - 147th Pl. SE, Renton, 98059, term to
expire 12/31/1998. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending
Finance: Audit Program concurrence with the Finance Department's direction in contracting with a
for Misdirected or third party vendor to conduct audits of sales and licensing totals from the
Uncollected Tax & Fee Department of Revenue to ensure that the amounts paid by Renton citizens
Revenues are going to the City of Renton. The Committee concurred that the vendor
be paid a percentage of funds discovered. Further, if necessary, the budget
will be amended to meet any increased costs. These costs will be offset by
revenues generated from the audit. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. • w
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
of Claims Vouchers #160339 - 160790; three wire transfers in the total
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amount of $3,234,444.39; approval of Payroll Vouchers #160340 - 160615; and
500 direct deposits in the total amount of $1,269,862.52. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3333 A resolution was read updating the City's Six-Year Transportation
Transportation: Six-Year Improvement Program (TIP), 1999-2004. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
TIP, 1999-2004 SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 7/06/98 for second and final reading:
Budget: 1998 Amendments An ordinance was read providing for 1998 Budget adjustments in the amount
for Transportation of $4,008,970 ($3,758,970 in Transportation Capital Funds and $250,000 in
Projects (Six-Year TIP) General Funds) for transportation improvement projects. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 7/06/98.
CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4728 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of approximately 14
Rezone: Oakesdale acres located at the northwest corner of SW 43rd St. and Oakesdale Ave. SW,
Campus, SW south of Springbrook Creek, from Medium Industrial (IM) to Commercial
43rd/Oakesdale Ave SW, Arterial (CA) (Oakesdale Campus, R-98-005). MOVED BY EDWARDS,
R-98-005 SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance #4729 An ordinance was read amending Chapter 12, Drug Paraphernalia, Sales or
Legal: Drug Paraphernalia Use, of Title VI (Police Regulations) of City Code by adding a new section
Sales & Distribution entitled "Drug Paraphernalia Infraction." MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilman Parker suggested that the Administration alert businesses who sell
drug paraphernalia items that this ordinance will soon take effect. Police
Chief Garry Anderson agreed that the department will do its best to spread
the word.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:30 p.m.
MARILY J. ERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
NOW
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
6/22/98
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Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
June 22, 1998
Ono
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 7/06 Proposed Aquatic Center Survey Results
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE
(Parker)
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT WEDS., 7/01 1998 Comprehensive Plan Amendments ..,
(Keolker-Wheeler) 9:00 a.m.
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
July 6, 1998
w.. Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JUNE 22, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: "42nd Street"Teen Musical Performance Excerpts
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner reappoints Eugene Ledbury, 511 Stevens Ct. NW, Renton, 98055, and Rosemary
Quesenberry, 3609 SE 18th Ct., Renton, 98058, each to the Planning Commission for a three-year
term expiring 6/30/2001. Council concur.
b. Mayor Tanner appoints James Shepherd as the Community Services Department Administrator, Grade
43, Step C, effective July 1, 1998. Council concur.
c. City Clerk reports bid opening on 6/25/98 for CAG-98-065, Main Ave. S. Improvements (Grady Way
to S. 3rd St.); two bids; project estimate $2,906,780; and submits staff recommendation to award the
contract to the low bidder, Gary Merlino Construction Co., in the total amount of$2,583,035.41.
Council concur.
d. City Clerk reports bid opening on 6/24/98 for CAG-98-078, Airport Storm Drain Cleaning; three bids;
project estimate $21,013.83; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the low
bidder, Action Services Corp., in the total amount of$8,892.90. Council concur.
e. Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by Kirk R. Wines, 410 Boston St., Seattle, 98109,
representing Michael J. and Gloria Magula, et al., v. Renton, Western Wireless Corporation and
Shurgard Storage Centers. Petitioners challenge the action by the Renton City Council which granted
Western Wireless a conditional use permit to install a wireless antenna facility at 1755 NE 48th Street.
Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
f. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends a public
hearing be set on 7/20/98 to take testimony on whether the current moratorium on adult retail uses
should be extended for another six months. Council concur.
g. Executive Department submits Park Board proposal for naming the Cedar River sports complex and
suggests alternatives, including that the name contain the designation "Regional Park." Refer to
Community Services Committee.
h. Executive Department recommends accepting a donation of a POW/MIA flag, and seeks authorization
to fly the flag on Veterans Day and Memorial Day holidays. Refer to Community Services
�. Committee.
i. Fire Department requests approval of a Hold Harmless Agreement with Maple Valley to allow Renton
firefighters to participate in a live fire training burn. Council concur. (See 10. for resolution.)
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
J. Technical Services Division recommends granting easements to Puget Sound Energy in the area of the
Main Ave. S. project to accommodate relocation and undergrounding of electrical facilities. Council
concur.
k. Water Utility Division submits request from Woodman Construction, Inc., 3 Lake Bellevue Drive
Suite 201, Bellevue, 98005, for reimbursement in the amount of$14,481.20 for costs incurred to
oversize a water main along Duvall Ave. NE at the City's direction. Refer to Utilities Committee.
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8. CORRESPONDENCE
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Authorizing a Hold Harmless Agreement for fire training (see 7.i.)
Ordinances for first reading:
a. Appropriating funds for the Port Quendall improvements (Council approved 6/08/98)
b. May Valley Prezone (Council approved 6/09/97; necessary changes to the Comprehensive Plan's Land
Use Map are now complete)
Ordinance for second and final reading:
Budget adjustments for transportation improvement projects (1st reading 6/22/98)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
Proposed Aquatic Center Survey Results
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CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
CRT-98-010, Magula et al. v. Renton et al.
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Park Board proposal for naming the Cedar River sports complex
Proposed donation of a POW/MIA flag
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Hold harmless agreement w/Maple Valley for fire training exercises
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Proposed land use and zoning amendments to the Aqua Barn Ranch property, 15227 Maple Valley Hwy.
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Request from Woodman Construction for reimbursement of costs to oversize a water main (Duvall Ave. NE)
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ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
1998 Budget amendments for Port Quendall operating costs (1 st reading 7/06/98)
May Valley Prezone, Phase II (1 st reading 7/06/98)
mftw.
PUBLIC HEARING
7/20/98 — Continuation of moratorium on adult retail uses
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Regular Meeting
July 6, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
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CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER;
RANDY CORMAN.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney;
ATTENDANCE MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; JIM SHEPHERD, Facilities
Director; CAPTAIN STAN ENGLER, Fire Department; LIN WILSON,
Transportation Design Supervisor; TOM BOYNS, Property Services Supervisor;
PATRICIA BENSON, Recreation Supervisor; STEVE ELLIOTT, Recreation
Program Coordinator; COMMANDER DENNIS GERBER, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF JUNE 22, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Steve Elliott, Recreation Program Coordinator, announced that the 1998
PRESENTATION annual summer teen musical, "42nd Street," will be performed from July 17th
Parks: "42nd Street" Teen through August 8th at Carco Theatre. The musical is presented by the City's
Musical Performance Community Services Department, and sponsored by Wizards of the Coast, The
Excerpts Boeing Company, the Renton Municipal Arts Commission and the King wow
County Arts Commission. Mr. Elliott introduced five of the performers, who
entertained the viewing audience with excerpts from the show.
ADMINISTRATIVE City Clerk Marilyn J. Petersen reviewed a written administrative report
REPORT summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work programs
adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included:
* From July 3rd to July 12th, the Police Department is participating in
the "Three Flags" program, which focuses on strict enforcement of
driving under the influence, speeding, and seat belt and car seat
usage.
* The latest edition of CityView, the City's video magazine show,
spotlights Public Works Department programs and projects.
* Battalion Chief Greg Bergquist received the Walt Lambert Trade
Union Leadership award at the recent annual convention of the
Washington State Council of Fire Fighters.
* King County Fire District #40 and Renton's Fire Prevention division
joined forces to present the annual "Stop, Drop and Roll For Your
Life" children's safety program at the Renton Community Center.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. At the request of a Councilmember, item 7.j. was removed for
separate consideration.
Appointment: Planning Mayor Tanner reappointed Eugene Ledbury, 511 Stevens Ct. NW, Renton,
Commission 98055, and Rosemary Quesenberry, 3609 SE 18th Ct., Renton, 98058, each to
the Planning Commission for a three-year term expiring 6/30/2001. Council
concur.
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Appointment: Community Mayor Tanner appointed James Shepherd as the Community Services
Services Administrator Department Administrator, Grade 43, Step C, effective July 1, 1998. Council
concur.
CAG: 98-065, Main Ave S City Clerk reported bid opening on 6/25/98 for CAG-98-065, Main Ave. S.
Improvements, Gary Improvements (Grady Way to S. 3rd St.); two bids; project estimate
Merlino Const Co $2,906,780; and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the
low bidder, Gary Merlino Construction Co., in the total amount of
$2,583,035.41. Council concur.
CAG: 98-078, Airport City Clerk reported bid opening on 6/24/98 for CAG-98-078, Airport Storm
Storm Drain Cleaning, Drain Cleaning; three bids; project estimate $21,013.83; and submitted staff
Action Services Corp recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, Action Services
Corp., in the total amount of $8,892.90. Council concur.
Court Case: 98-010, Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by Kirk R. Wines, 410
Magula et a] v Renton et Boston St., Seattle, 98109, representing Michael J. and Gloria Magula, et al., v.
al Renton, Western Wireless Corporation and Shurgard Storage Centers.
Petitioners challenge the action by the Renton City Council which granted
Western Wireless a conditional use permit to install a wireless antenna facility
at 1755 NE 48th Street. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
Legal: Adult Retail Uses Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
Moratorium recommended a public hearing be set on 7/20/98 to take testimony on
whether the current moratorium on adult retail uses should be extended for
another six months. Council concur.
Parks: Cedar River Sports Executive Department submitted a Park Board proposal for naming the Cedar
Complex, Suggested River sports complex, and suggested alternatives, including that the name
Names contain the designation "Regional Park." Refer to Community Services
Committee.
Executive: POW/MIA Flag Executive Department recommended accepting a donation of a POW/MIA
Donation flag, and sought authorization to fly the flag on Veterans Day and Memorial
Day holidays. Refer to Community Services Committee.
Fire: Maple Valley Fire Fire Department requested approval of a Hold Harmless Agreement with
Training Exercises (Hold Maple Valley to allow Renton firefighters to participate in a live fire training
Harmless Agreement) burn. Council concur. (See page 230 for resolution.)
Public Works: Woodman Water Utility Division submitted request from Woodman Construction, Inc., 3
Construction Oversizing Lake Bellevue Drive Suite 201, Bellevue, 98005, for reimbursement in the
Reimbursement Request amount of $14,481.20 for costs incurred to oversize a water main along..Duvall
(Duvall Ave NE) Ave. NE at the City's direction. Refer to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 7.j. FOR
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Seaarate Consideration Technical Services Division recommended granting easements to Puget Sound
Item 7.i. Energy in the area of the Main Ave. S. project to accommodate relocation and
Transportation: Main Ave undergrounding of electrical facilities.
S Improvements, Puget
Sound Energy Easements Responding to Council President Edwards, Tom Boyns, Property Services
Supervisor, explained that the City is requiring Puget Sound Energy to
relocate and underground overhead transmission lines in connection with the
Main Ave. S. road improvement project. For example, the current overhead
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lines on the east side of Renton's new municipal building will be raised 20 to
25 feet.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO GRANT THE DESCRIBED
EASEMENTS TO PUGET SOUND ENERGY. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3334 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Fire: Maple Valley Fire interlocal agreement with Maple Valley Fire & Life Safety for fire training
Training Exercises (Hold exercises (hold harmless agreement). MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED
Harmless Agreement) BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 7/13/98 for second and final reading:
Budget: 1998 Amendments An ordinance was read providing for 1998 Budget amendments in the amount
for Port Quendall of $218,370 for operating costs associated with Port Quendall. MOVED BY
Operating Costs EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 7/13/98.
CARRIED.
Planning: May Valley An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately
Prezone, Phase II 126 acres of unincorporated King County located between the corporate
boundaries of Renton and Newcastle, east of Coal Creek Parkway to be
annexed to the City of Renton to Residential - One Dwelling Unit Per Acre ..�r
(R-1) and Residential - Five Dwelling Units Per Acre (R-5) (May Valley
Prezone, Phase II, A-98-009). MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 7/13/98. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4730 An ordinance was read providing for 1998 Budget adjustments in the amount
Budget: 1998 Amendments of $4,008,970 ($3,758,970 in Transportation Capital Funds and $250,000 in
for Transportation General Funds) for transportation improvement projects. MOVED BY
Projects (Six-Year TIP) EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Referring to a letter which Mayor Tanner sent to King County
Planning: Aqua Barn Councilmember Jane Hague expressing concern about proposed land use and
Property Land Use & zoning amendments for the Aqua Barn property (located at 15227 SE Maple
Zoning Changes Valley Highway, within Renton's potential annexation area), it was MOVED
BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 7:58 p.m.
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
July 6, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 7/13 Transit Center Update;
(Edwards) 6:00 p.m. King County Wastewater Masterplan
(Revised Update)
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 7/07 Vision House Fee Waiver Request;
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. POW/MIA Flag Donation
FINANCE MON., 7/13 Vouchers;
(Parker) 5:30 p.m. Peddler's License for Ice Cream Trucks
(briefing)
err PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT THURS., 7/09 1998 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m.
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 7/07 Preliminary Architectural Concepts for
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. the Downtown Transit Center
(information only)
UTILITIES THURS., 7/09 King County Funding of City Optional
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. Waste Management Program;
Local Hazardous Waste Management
Program;
Reimbursement for Water Main
Oversizing
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
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AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
July 13, 1998 woo
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JULY 6, 1998
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
5. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk reports bid opening on 7/07/98 for CAG-98-081, Devil's Elbow Lift Station; two bids;
project estimate $878,349 (Schedule A only); and submits staff recommendation to award the contract
to the low bidder, Omega Contractors, Inc., in the total amount of$1,097,726.63 (Schedules A and B).
Council concur.
b. Human Resources & Risk Management Department recommends revising City Policy & Procedure
300-60, Classification Series, to add series for Assistant Planner, Associate Planner and Senior Planner,
and Program Development Coordinator I and II. Refer to Finance Committee.
c. Transportation Division requests approval of transfer of$790,000 in Airport funds to three Airport
construction projects (drainage improvements—$275,000; runway 15 safety area— $460,000; and
control tower HVAC upgrade— $55,000) . Council concur. (See agenda item 9. for ordinance.)
d. Transportation Division submits CAG-97-159, Airport 5-02 Building Residing project; and requests
approval of the project, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$3,958.79 to L&J Development, LLC, contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
e. Utility Systems Division recommends adoption of resolution opposing any expansion of the Renton
Metro wastewater treatment plant. Council concur. (See 9.a. for resolution.)
f. Utility Systems Division requests authorization to construct a water line crossing under the Cedar River
at N. 6th Street (estimated cost $73,685.10) in conjunction with the current flood damage control,
project. Council concur.
g. Water Utility Division submits CAG-97-116, 1997 A.C. Water Main Replacement; and requests
approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$12,637.49,
commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$18,092.06 to Grant
Construction Co., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
7. CORRESPONDENCE
8. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: King County Wastewater Masterplan*; Transit Center Update
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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c. Transportation Committee: Preliminary Architectural Concepts for Downtown Transit Center
d. Utilities Committee: King County Funding of City Optional Waste Management Program*; Local
Hazardous Waste Management Program Funding*; Reimbursement for Water Main Oversizing
9. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Opposing any expansion of the Renton Metro treatment plant (see 9.a.)
b. Accepting funding from King County for a City Optional Waste Management Program (see 9.d.)
c. Accepting funding from King County for Local Hazardous Waste Management (see 9.d)
Ordinance for first reading: 1998 Budget amendments for Airport capital improvement projects (see 7.c.)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Appropriating funds for the Port Quendall improvements (Ist reading 7/06/98)
b. May Valley Prezone (1st reading 7/06/98)
10. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
11. AUDIENCE COMMENT
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION (litigation)
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:00 p.m.
1. Transit Center Update
2. King County Wastewater Masterplan
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
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Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Development of policies and/or guidelines for building fee waiver requests
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Classification series revision (Planner& Program Development Coordinator)
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Agreement accepting funding from King County for City Optional Recycling Program
Agreement accepting funding from King County for Local Hazardous Waste Management Program
now
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
1998 Budget amendments for Airport capital improvement projects (1st reading 7/13/98)
PUBLIC HEARING .ori
7/20/98 — Continuation of moratorium on adult retail uses
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Regular Meeting
July 13, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON, KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON; KING PARKER.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL EXCUSE
ABSENT COUNCILMEN TIMOTHY SCHLITZER AND RANDY CORMAN.
CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney;
ATTENDANCE BRENDA FRITSVOLD, Deputy City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; DAVE CHRISTENSEN,
Utility Engineering Supervisor; ABDOUL GAFOUR, Civil Engineer; DEREK
TODD, Finance Analyst; COMMANDER CURTIS SMALLING, Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF JULY 6, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* The Police Department's Crime Prevention Coordinators conducted
the first level of training offered to apartment/rental housing
managers for the Crime Resistant Multi-Housing Program.
* The Police Department's Electronic Home Detention Program
achieved a record number of clients this month with 42 people
participating in the program at a substantial cost savings to the City.
* Renton fire crews took part in a live-fire burn training session
conducted by King County Fire District #43 on July 8-10.
* The Cedar River Flood Damage Reduction project is going well,
with 43% (53,750 cubic yards) of dredge material hauled to the
Narco site.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
CAG: 98-081, Devil's City Clerk reported bid opening on 7/07/98 for CAG-98-081, Devil's Elbow
Elbow Lift Station, Omega Lift Station; two bids; project estimate $878,349 (Schedule A only); and
Contractors submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,
Omega Contractors, Inc., in the total amount of $1,097,726.63 (Schedules A
and B). Council concur.
HR&RM: Classification Human Resources & Risk Management Department recommended revising
Series Revision (Planner & City Policy & Procedure 300-60, Classification Series, to add series for
Program Development Assistant Planner, Associate Planner and Senior Planner, and Program
Coordinator) Development Coordinator I and II. Refer to Finance Committee.
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Airport: Budget Transportation Division requested approval of transfer of $790,000 in Airport
Amendments for Capital funds to three Airport construction projects (drainage improvements -
Improvement Projects $275,000; runway 15 safety area - $460,000; and control tower HVAC upgrad(
- $55,000). Council concur. (See page 238 for ordinance.) Ono
CAG: 97-159, Airport 5- Transportation Division submitted CAG-97-159, Airport 5-02 Building
02 Building Residing, L&J Residing project; and requested approval of the project, commencement of
Development 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of $3,958.79 to L&J
Development, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council
concur.
Metro: Renton Plant Utility Systems Division recommended adoption of resolution opposing any
Expansion (City expansion of the Renton Metro wastewater treatment plant. Council concur.
Opposition) (See page 237 for resolution.)
Public Works: N 6th St Utility Systems Division requested authorization to construct a water line
Water Line Xing Under crossing under the Cedar River at N. 6th Street (estimated cost $73,685.10) in
Cedar River conjunction with the current flood damage control project. Council concur.
CAG: 97-116, A.C. Water Water Utility Division submitted CAG-97-116, 1997 A.C. Water Main
Main Replacement, Grant Replacement; and requested approval of the project, authorization for final
Const pay estimate in the amount of $12,637.49, commencement of 60-day lien
period, and release of retained amount of $18,092.06 to Grant Construction
Co., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the
Community Services request from Vision House to waive the mitigation fees for parks, fire and
Committee transportation for their homeless facility on Union Ave. NE. The Committee
Development Services: received the same request from Vision House last year, as well as a similar
Vision House Request for request from Catholic Community Services. On July 14, 1997, the Committee
Building Fee Waiver recommended, and the Council concurred, that the requests be denied and that
further requests be considered on a case-by-case basis until policies or
guidelines are developed for fee waivers. The Committee reaffirmed its
recommendation that the fee waiver request be denied and that the
Administration be directed to add development of policies and/or guidelines
to the work program for 1999. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Executive: POW/MIA Flag Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the
Donation request from Mr. Jeff McIntyre to receive and fly a POW/MIA flag on City
premises to commemorate American prisoners of war and missing in action
veterans. The Committee recommended that the City Council approve the
donation of the POW/MIA flag and authorize flying the flag on Veterans Day
and Memorial Day holidays, either on the City Hall flag pole under the
United States flag or at the proposed Veterans Memorial Park at 3rd and
Main. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Solid Waste: 1998 Business concurrence in the Planning/Building/Public Works Department's omm
Recycling/Special recommendation that the Council approve the King County City Optional
Recycling Events, King Program Interlocal Agreement which authorizes the City to receive $31,620 in
County Funding, CAG- funding from King County to continue the Business Recycling Program and
98- the Special Recycling Event for 1998. The Committee further recommended
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that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and
adoption. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See later this page
for resolution.)
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Solid Waste: 1998 Local Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Hazardous Waste concurrence in the Planning/Building/Public Works Department's
Management Program, recommendation that the Council approve a Memorandum of Understanding
King County Funding, between the Seattle-King County Department of Public Health and the City
CAG-98- which authorizes the City's Solid Waste Utility to receive $28,080.00 in
funding from the Local Hazardous Waste Management Plan in Seattle-King
County. These funds will be used to implement collection of used oil,
antifreeze, oil filters, and lead-acid batteries at the City's two special
recycling events. In addition, the funds will be used to implement household
hazardous waste education projects including school workshops and Renton
River Days outreach. The Committee further recommended that the
resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 238 for resolution.)
Public Works: Woodman Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Construction Oversizing concurrence in the staff recommendation to grant the request for
Reimbursement Request reimbursement of funds for an oversized water main in Duvall Ave. NE at the
(Duvall Ave NE) Market Place/QFC site. The reimbursement shall not exceed $14,481.20. The
developer for the Market Place/QFC site located at the northeast corner of
Duvall Ave. NE and NE 4th St. was directed to install a 16-inch water main
along the frontage of Duvall Ave. NE. This action was to keep the site in
compliance with the Water Utility's Comprehensive Plan. The development
would ordinarily be required to install a 10-inch main along the same frontage
of Duvall Ave. NE. The owner (QFC) is requesting reimbursement of the cost
difference from a 16-inch main to a 10-inch main. The provided cost
estimate of $14,481 is reasonable. The Water Utility's 421 account has
sufficient funds appropriated for water main oversizing to cover this request.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claims Vouchers #160791 - 161419; two wire transfers in the total amount
of $5,846,260.93; approval of Payroll Vouchers #160616 - 160946; and 505
direct deposits in the total amount of $1,337,696.32. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3335 A resolution was read opposing any plant expansion of the Metro sewage
Metro: Renton Plant treatment plant in Renton. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
Expansion (City SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
Opposition) PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3336 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor to sign an interlocal agreement
Solid Waste: 1998 Business with King County to receive grant funding through King County's City
Recycling/Special Optional Program for 1998 business recycling program activities and a special
Recycling Events, King recycling event. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-
County Funding, CAG- WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
98- CARRIED.
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Resolution #3337 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a
Solid Waste: 1998 Local Memorandum of Understanding with the Seattle-King County Department of
Hazardous Waste Public Health for the Local Hazardous Waste Management Program for 1998
Management Program, activities. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
King County Funding, ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CAG-98-
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 7/20/98 for second and final reading:
Airport: Budget An ordinance was read providing for 1998 Budget amendments in the amount
Amendments for Capital of $790,000 for capital improvement projects for the Renton Municipal
Improvement Projects Airport. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 7/20/98. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4731 An ordinance was read providing for 1998 Budget amendments in the amount
Budget: 1998 Amendments of $218,370 for operating costs associated with Port Quendall. MOVED BY
for Port Quendall EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
Operating Costs ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
Ordinance #4732 An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately
Planning: May Valley 126 acres of unincorporated King County located between the corporate
Prezone, Phase II boundaries of Renton and Newcastle, east of Coal Creek Parkway to be
annexed to the City of Renton to Residential - One Dwelling Unit Per Acre
(R-1) and Residential - Five Dwelling Units Per Acre (R-5) (May Valley
Prezone, Phase II, A-98-009). MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL'S
CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 7:53 p.m.
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BRENDA FRITSVOLD, Deputy City Clerk
7/13/98
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR 239
. Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
July 13, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 7/20 Regional Finance& Governance
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE
(Parker)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th Door conference room
unless otherwise noted.
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
July 20, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m. ...r
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JULY 13, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Police Department Volunteer Recognition
b. Donation of Prisoners of War/Missing in Action Veterans Flag
c. New Family Aquatic Center
5. PUBLIC HEARING: Extension of the Moratorium on Adult Retail Uses
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the now
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner appoints Donna Allen as the Human Resources&Risk Management Administrator,
Grade 43, Step B, effective August 3, 1998. Council concur.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 7/15/98 for CAG-98-090, Williams Ave. Bridge and Wells Ave.
Bridge Painting; four bids; project estimate $141,000; and submits staff recommendation to award the
contract to the low bidder, A&A Coatings, Inc., in the total amount of$96,417. Council concur.
c. City Clerk reports bid opening on 7/08/98 for CAG-98-088, Renton City Jail; seven bids; project
estimate $2,424,340 (base bid); and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to
Construction Enterprises & Contractors, Inc., in the total amount of$2,489,393 (base bid and alternate
no. E1). Council concur.
d. Community Services Department submits recommendation of the Park Board to amend the Parks Rules
and Regulations to allow ticketing of boats and other watercraft. Refer to Community Services
Committee.
e. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends approval of
amendment to a contract with Exponent in the amount of$166,100 for negotiation services and
creation of a remedial process workplan related to the Port Quendall project. Refer to Finance
Committee.
f. Economic Development, Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department requests approval of a
contract in the amount of$100,000 with The Hamilton/Saunderson Marketing Partnership for design,
production and implementation of a comprehensive, fully integrated community marketing campaign.
Refer to Finance Committee.
g. Legal Department recommends approval of a resolution segregating assessments in LID No. 332,
located in the vicinity of Oakesdale Ave. S. and S. 7th St., due to the City's purchase of property for ....
which it has agreed to assume a pro rata share of the LID assessment. Refer to Finance Committee.
h. Municipal Court requests authorization to fill the vacant Municipal Court Administrator position at
Step D of the salary range. Refer to Finance Committee.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
i. Surface Water Utility requests authorization to transfer $650,000 from the NE 10th St./Anacortes Ave.
NE project and the NE 10th St./Monroe Ave. project to the Maplewood Creek Fish Channel project.
Refer to Utilities Committee.
j. Water Utility Division submits CAG-97-001, Cedar River Utility Crossing Schedules C & D; and
recommends approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$8,203.10,
�.. commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$30,745.04 to D.D.J.
Construction Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
9. CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from Glenn M. Olson, Business Administrator, Rainier Christian Schools, 1215 Central Ave. S. Suite
120, Kent, 98032, requesting that the City waive the $2,200 fee for a new conditional use permit needed for
site improvements at the Highlands Christian School campus. Refer to Community Services Committee.
10. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Extending the moratorium on adult retail uses (see 5.)
Ordinance for second and final reading:
1998 Budget amendments for Airport capital improvement projects (1st reading 7/13/98)
12. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
Regional Finance& Governance
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July 20, 1998 C,ty Clerk's O rce
Re 'er;rals
ADMINISTRATION
Send letter to Suburban Cities Association re: Renton's position on Regional Finance & Governance
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Amendments to Parks Rules & Regulations to allow ticketing of boats and other watercraft
Request from Rainier Christian Schools (Glenn Olson) for conditional use permit fee waiver
Request from Highlands Community Association for City-installed & maintained garbage containers
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Amendment of contract with Exponent for services related to the Port Quendall project
Contract with Hamilton/Saunderson Partnership for community marketing campaign
Segregation of LID No. 332 (Oakesdale Ave. S. and S. 7th St.)
Request to hire the Municipal Court Administrator at Step D of the salary range
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Fund transfer from NE 10th St. projects to the Maplewood Creek Fish Channel project
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
July 20, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL EXCUSE
ABSENT COUNCILMAN RANDY CORMAN. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE DAVID DEAN, Assistant City Attorney; ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City
Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk; VICTORIA RUNKLE, Finance
& Information Services Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director
of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning; GLENN KOST, CIP Project Manager;
AUDREY MOORE, Community Program Coordinator; JIM SHEPHERD,
Community Services Administrator; SYLVIA ALLEN, Recreation Director;
DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; PATRICIA BENSON, Recreation
Supervisor; BETTY NOKES, Economic Development Director; CHIEF
GARRY ANDERSON, Police Department.
PRESS Elizabeth Parker, Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF JULY 13, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Chief of Police Garry Anderson and Community Program Coordinator Audrey
PRESENTATIONS Moore presented a plaque of appreciation to Police Department volunteer Fern
Police Department: Freeman, who has donated more than 1500 hours in service to the department.
Volunteer Recognition Chief Anderson noted that Mrs. Freeman, who has volunteered as a
receptionist for the detective unit for over nine years, was chosen as the
department's volunteer of the third quarter in 1997.
Parks: New Family Jim Shepherd, Community Services Administrator, introduced Sylvia Allen,
Aquatic Center newly appointed Recreation Director.
Glenn Kost, CIP Project Manager, reported that in response to the impending
closure of the Henry Moses pool in 1997, Mayor Tanner appointed a 19-
member task force to develop a recommendation on the future of a public
swimming pool in Renton. The task force included representatives from the
business community, the Park Board, the City Council, the Renton School
District, competitive swimming interests and citizens at large.
Last December, the task force recommended that the City construct a new $4
million family aquatic center in Cedar River Park (just north of the Renton
Community Center). Key features include water toys, a small water slide, a
rapids channel, a zero depth area and a bathhouse. The City Council adopted
the recommendation of the task force and directed that the Finance
Committee develop a financing plan for the project. The Committee
considered several financing options before suggesting that the City conduct a
survey to determine the public's interest in replacing the Henry Moses Pool as
well as its willingness to pay for such a facility with additional taxes.
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Mr. Kost relayed the results of the survey, which concluded after a random
sampling that Renton voters support construction of a new aquatic facility by
a 69% to 24% margin, even after being informed that it could cost up to $10
year in additional taxes. Describing the projected financial impact on the
average Renton household ($150,000 assessed value), Mr. Kost explained that
because the bonds for Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park will soon be retired
(in 2000), Renton citizens could gain a new public pool without increasing the
excess levy rate they currently pay for parks facilities. In fact, the excess
levy rate would fall from $0.33 to $0.23 per $1,000 assessed valuation in 2001
and would continue to periodically decline thereafter before stabilizing at
$0.05 per $1,000 assessed valuation in the final nine years of the 20-year bond
issue.
Concluding, Mr. Kost said staff recommends that the City construct an
outdoor family aquatic center in Cedar River Park, and that staff be directed
to draft a resolution calling for a special election this fall asking voters to
approve a $4 million bond for design and construction of the facility.
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Mr. Kost said the
Administration and the task force both recommend that the facility be built at
Cedar River Park rather than the Narco site because access to Narco is
problematic. Additionally, the Cedar River Park site is already improved
(with water and sewer hook-ups, etc.) and an estimated 450 parking spaces are
already available. Mr. Kost emphasized that the aquatic facility can be
constructed without eliminating the existing baseball or soccer fields.
Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler asked if someone has been named to head the bond
campaign. Mayor Tanner replied that Alicia Lynch, assistant manager for the
Renton Holiday Inn Select, has volunteered to chair the bond committee. He
added that the Administration recommends going to voters in November now
rather than September because of the latter's short timeframe.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL SUSPEND
THE RULES AND ALLOW AUDIENCE COMMENT ON THIS SUBJECT
AT THIS TIME. CARRIED.
Ed James, 156 Whitman Ct. NE, Renton, 98059, stated his support for the
proposed aquatic facility as he felt it was important for children, families and
seniors to have opportunities for affordable recreation. He especially
appreciated the plan to construct a pool 50% larger than the Henry Moses
Pool, since Renton's population is growing.
Marjorie Richter, 300 Meadow Ave. N., Renton, 98055, preferred that the
bond issue be sought this fall instead of early next year. She suggested it
would be better to act sooner rather than later to take advantage of the
proposal's popularity with voters, as evidenced by the phone survey performed
last month.
Don Jacobson, 3741 Park Ave. N., Renton, 98056, said although a new public
swimming pool would be a valuable asset for the City, he felt it would be
better to construct an enclosed facility that would receive more use year-
round.
In response to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Mr. Kost said current „r
parking and the ballfield would both be lost if anything other than a small lap
pool were added to the Renton Community Center building. He added that
the issue of an indoor vs. an outdoor facility was discussed at length, with the
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estimated $6 to $8 million cost of an enclosed facility being one of the
deciding factors for the lesser-expensive outdoor pool.
r... Council President Edwards favored seeking voter approval in November, when
people are more likely to cast ballots.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE ADMINISTRATION AND
THE TASK FORCE THAT THE CITY CALL FOR A SPECIAL ELECTION
IN NOVEMBER, 1998 TO ASK VOTER APPROVAL OF AN EXCESS
LEVY TO DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT A $4 MILLION FAMILY AQUATIC
CENTER, AS DESCRIBED. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published
Legal: Adult Retail Uses in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public
Moratorium hearing to consider extending the moratorium on adult retail uses within
certain geographical locations.
Zanetta Fontes, Assistant City Attorney, explained that staff is currently
investigating the existence of negative secondary effects attributable to adult
retail uses. Extending the moratorium would give staff time to research new
court cases and studies that might be of interest or use in drafting an
ordinance regulating these types of businesses. For example, court cases
involving the cities of Aurora, Colorado and Rochester, New York presumably
make it easier to apply studies on the negative secondary effects of adult uses
to all adult retail businesses. Additionally, one relatively recent study found
that there is no way to encourage increased value of commercial properties for
a variety of businesses that are located adjacent to an adult use.
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Ms. Fontes added that staff is also continuing discussions with other
jurisdictions regarding possible regulations. She said in the last six months, no
applications were made to the City for an adult retail use that would have
been affected by the moratorium.
Audience comment was invited.
Allen Stowers, 4871 - 20th Ave. S., Seattle, objected to the fact that an adult
bookstore is located in the Highlands in proximity to an elementary school.
Noting that every young person's formative years are important, he said as an
instructor at a local community college he observes first-hand the problems
that early exposure to pornography can contribute to. He encouraged Council
to extend the moratorium as proposed.
Heidi Carlson, 806 Index Ct. NE, Renton, 98056, expressed appreciation for
enactment of this moratorium, and asked that it be extended. Reporting that
she and others have been picketing the adult bookstore in the Highlands for a
full year now, she expressed their determination to continue picketing as long
as the business remains open.
Alicia Hotchkiss, 1201 Anacortes Ave. NE, Renton, 98059, stated her
appreciation for the moratorium and asked that it be extended for another six
months.
Geri Warner, 2207 NE 7th St., Renton, 98056, said many children walk by the
adult bookstore in the Highlands on their way and from to school, and cannot
avoid its negative effect. She requested that the moratorium be extended and
the store relocated.
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Dwight Peterson, 3009 NE 9th, Renton, WA, 98056, reported that the door to
the adult bookstore is often left propped open, allowing passersby (including
children) to see inside. He felt that the business contributed nothing positive
to the Highlands area and does, in fact, reduce nearby property values. He
supported extending the moratorium.
Gale Wright, 1033 Sunset Blvd. NE, Renton, 98056, supported extension of
the moratorium and hoped that the adult bookstore in the Highlands would
not be grandfathered under any new regulations adopted by the City.
Carole Thiele, 1151 Redmond Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, wanted Renton's adult
entertainment regulations extended to adult retail uses such as adult
bookstores. She also suggested that these uses not be allowed within 1,000
feet of each other, which cities such as Black Diamond prohibit.
Phillip Beckley, 655 Ferndale Ct., Renton, WA, 98056, felt that adult retail
uses should not be able to locate within one-half mile of schools or 1,000 feet
of residences and churches. He noted that the current adult bookstore in the
Highlands is 389 feet from an elementary school, 450 feet from a church and
150 feet from personal residences. Mr. Beckley was also concerned that this
business not be grandfathered in any new regulations. He submitted materials
associated with the adult bookstore that were found in the adjacent parking
lot, including a pornographic video discovered by two 12-year-old boys in the
early evening hours.
Don Beech, 836 Index Ct. NE, Renton, 98056, introduced himself as a former
volunteer for a men's prison which housed primarily sex offenders. He said
many of the convicts confessed to him that pornography headed them in the
negative direction their lives took. ..�
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED. (See page 248 for resolution.)
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL EXTEND THE MORATORIUM ON ADULT RETAIL
BUSINESSES IN CERTAIN GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATIONS FOR
ANOTHER SIX MONTHS. CARRIED.
Responding to Council President Edwards, Assistant City Attorney Fontes
asserted that the City would not have to exempt, or grandfather, current
businesses from complying with any new regulations it may adopt on adult
retail uses. If negative secondary effects are proven, a business could be
compelled to stop operating.
RECESS MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL RECESS FOR FIVE MINUTES. CARRIED. Time: 8:52 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 8:57 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items now
noted included:
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* Fourteen members of the Recreation Division's Youth Track Team
competed at the state meet in Wenatchee, with four emerging as
finalists within their age group and event.
„r, * Housing Repair Assistance Program staff have coordinated several
community volunteer projects for minor home repair and
maintenance.
* The Fire Department will take delivery of a new pumper vehicle
within the week. The Department is currently soliciting bids for a
new aid car.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appointment: HR&RM Mayor Tanner appointed Donna Allen as the Human Resources & Risk
Administrator Management Administrator, Grade 43, Step B, effective August 3, 1998.
Council concur.
CAG: 98-090, Wms & City Clerk reported bid opening on 7/15/98 for CAG-98-090, Williams Ave.
Wells Aves Bridges Bridge and Wells Ave. Bridge Painting; four bids; project estimate $141,000;
Painting, A&A Coatings and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,
A&A Coatings, Inc., in the total amount of $96,417. Council concur.
CAG: 98-088, Renton City Clerk reported bid opening on 7/08/98 for CAG-98-088, Renton City
City Jail, CEC Inc Jail; seven bids; project estimate $2,424,340 (base bid), and submitted staff
recommendation to award the contract to Construction Enterprises &
Contractors, Inc., in the total amount of $2,489,393 (base bid and alternate
#El). Council concur.
Park Board: Park Rules Community Services Department submitted recommendation of the Park Board
Change re Watercraft to amend the Parks Rules and Regulations to allow ticketing of boats and
Violations other watercraft. Refer to Community Services Committee.
EDNSP: Port Quendall Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
Workplan, Exponent, recommended approval of an amendment to a contract with Exponent in the
CAG-98- amount of $166,100 for negotiation services and creation of a remedial process
workplan related to the Port Quendall project. Refer to Finance Committee.
EDNSP: Community Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
Marketing Campaign, requested approval of a contract in the amount of $100,000 with The
Hamilton/Saunderson, Hamilton/Saunderson Marketing Partnership for design, production and
CAG-98- implementation of a comprehensive, fully integrated community marketing
campaign. Refer to Finance Committee.
LID: 332, Segregation Legal Department recommended approval of a resolution segregating
(Oakesdale Ave S/S 7th assessments in LID No. 332, located in the vicinity of Oakesdale Ave. S. and
St), City Property S. 7th St., due to the City's purchase of property for which it has agreed to
Purchase assume a pro rata share of the LID assessment. Refer to Finance Committee.
Municipal Court: Hiring Municipal Court requested authorization to fill the vacant Municipal Court
of Court Administrator at Administrator position at Step D of the salary range. Refer to Finance
Step D Committee.
Public Works: Maplewood Surface Water Utility requested authorization to transfer $650,000 from the
■r.• Creek Fish Channel, Fund NE 10th St./Anacortes Ave. NE project and the NE 10th St./Monroe Ave.
Transfer project to the Maplewood Creek Fish Channel project. Refer to Utilities
Committee.
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CAG: 97-001, Cedar Water Utility Division submitted CAG-97-001, Cedar River Utility Crossing
River Utility Xing Schedules C & D; and recommended approval of the project, authorization for
Schedules C&D, DDJ final pay estimate in the amount of $8,203.10, commencement of 60-day lien
Const period, and release of retained amount of $30,745.04 to D.D.J. Construction
Inc., contractor,if all required releases are obtained. Council concur. "'r"
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Glenn M. Olson, Business Administrator for
Citizen Comment: Olson - Rainier Christian Schools, 1215 Central Ave. S. Suite 120, Kent, WA, 98032,
Rainier Christian Schools requesting that the City waive the $2,200 fee for a new conditional use permit
Fee Waiver Request needed for site mprovements at the Highlands Christian School campus.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS LETTER TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Carlson Correspondence was read from Heidi Carlson, 806 Index Ct. NE, Renton,
- Waste Receptacles in the 98056, suggesting specific locations for City-installed and maintained waste
Highlands receptacles in the Highlands to assist with community beautification efforts.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THIS
LETTER TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report regarding the Suburban Cities
Committee of the Whole Association's (SCA) revised proposal on Regional Finance & Governance. The
Regional Issues: SCA Committee of the Whole recommended that the City Council approve the
Regional Finance & revised proposal and direct the Administration to send a letter to the Suburban
Governance Policy Cities Association expressing the Renton City Council's position. At its last
briefing on Regional Finance & Governance, the Committee directed the
Administration to determine a means for amending the West Hill potential �"�
annexation area boundary. The Committee recommended that the Council
concur in the Administration's recommendation and proceed immediately and
expeditiously with an emergency amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan
removing that area of West Hill in unincorporated King County, excluding the
pre-zone area currently under review by City staff. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilmembers suggested that the letter to the Suburban Cities Association
be signed by both Mayor Tanner and Council President Bob Edwards.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3338 A resolution was read extending a moratorium on the permitting of adult book
Legal: Adult Retail Uses stores, as defined, within specific geographical areas, and establishing a
Moratorium termination date of January 20, 1999 for the moratorium. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4733 An ordinance was read providing for 1998 Budget amendments in the amount
Airport: Budget of $790,000 for capital improvement projects for the Renton Municipal „r,
Amendments for Capital Airport. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
Improvement Projects ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES.
MOTION CARRIED.
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NEW BUSINESS MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CANCEL
Council: Meeting ITS REGULAR AND COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETINGS OF
Cancellations (8/03/98 & AUGUST 3, 1998 AND AUGUST 10, 1998. CARRIED.
8/10/98)
Public Works: Stevens Ave Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler relayed an inquiry from a citizen regarding
NW/Taylor Ave property on Stevens Ave. NW off of Taylor. The request is that the property
Overgrown Area owner--whether the City or a private party--be notified of its overgrown
condition. Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler suggested that if the property belongs to the
City, it might make sense to vacate it since it is not being put to public use.
Public Works: Wiley Post Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler noted a citizen comment that the Renton Chamber of
Memorial Overgrown Area Commerce property, including an adjacent memorial site dedicated to Will
Rogers and Wiley Post, also needs to be cleaned up.
Executive: All-American Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler requested an update on the City's endeavor to obtain
City Status Request All-American City status by its centennial in 2001.
Development Services: Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler inquired if a planned single family development at 84th
84th/125th Short Plat and 125th has been formally approved.
Status
Public Works: Street Noting the need to maintain a clean image for the City, Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler
Cleaning Schedule said several people have expressed concern that the streets are not being swept
on a frequent basis.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 9:23 p.m.
MARILY ERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
7/20/98
250 CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
July 20, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA ..�+
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 7/27 *CANCELLED*
(Edwards)
8/03 and 8/10 No meetings (both have been cancelled)
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 7/21 Rainier Christian School Fee Waiver;
(Nelson) 3:15 p.m. Naming of the Sports Complex;
Parks Rules &Regulations Amendments
FINANCE MON., 7/27 Policy&Procedure Update;
(Parker) 5:30 p.m. Municipal Court Administrator Hiring;
Contract for Port Quendall Work;
Renton Community Marketing Campaign;
Vouchers
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT THURS., 7/23 Automall Expansion; woo
(Keolker-Wheeler) 9:00 a.m. Aqua Barn Property Land Use and
Zoning Changes;
Multi-Family Density Zoning Code
Changes
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 7/27 Police Services Contract with Newcastle
(Corman) 6:30 p.m.
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 7/21 Transit Center Architectural Concepts
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m.
UTILITIES THURS., 7/23 Maplewood Creek Fish Channel Project
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m.
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 6th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA Z51
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
July 27, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JULY 20, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Donation of Prisoners of War/Missing in Action Veterans Flag
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further discussion
if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk submits Quarterly Contract List for the period of April 1 to June 30, 1998; 64 agreements
totalling $9,795,642.66. Information.
b. Court Case filed in King County Superior Court on behalf of Brian and Anja Shive v. Renton, et al.
challenging a variance approved by the City's Board of Adjustment from Renton's land clearing and
tree cutting ordinance for property abutting the plaintiffs' home (2800 block of Burnett Ave. S.). Refer
to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
c. Human Services Division submits the recommendations of the Human Services Advisory Committee
for 1999 General Fund and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in the total amount
of$519,994. Refer to Community Services Committee.
d. Human Services Division recommends approval of an application to the Bureau of Justice for a Local
Law Enforcement Block Grant in the amount of$68,021, to be used for legal advocacy services for
victims of domestic violence. Council concur.
e. Technical Services Division recommends approval of an agreement for a boundary line adjustment on
NE 33rd St. to bring vacated street right-of-way into the Stafford Crest plat. Council concur.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
a. Petition with 82 signatures asking for certain changes to the Downtown Area Sign Code, including that
the Uptown Glassworks signage painted on the side of 230 Main St. be allowed to remain.
b. Letter from Lisa and Chris Mitchell, 4307 NE 7th Pl., Renton, regarding traffic and parking problems
along Bremerton Ave. between 4th and 5th, Bremerton Ave. at 6th, and NE 8th Street. The Mitchells
also request that the City ban the use of fireworks within its municipal limits.
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: Rainier Christian School Fee Waiver Request; Naming of the Cedar
River Regional Park Sports Complex; Parks Rules&Regulations Amendments*
b. Finance Committee: Policy&Procedure Update; Municipal Court Administrator Hiring; Contract for
Port Quendall Work; Contract for Renton Community Marketing Campaign
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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c. Planning & Development Committee: 1998 Comprehensive Plan Amendments*; Automall Expansion;
Aqua Barn Property Land Use and Zoning Changes; Multi-Family Density Zoning Code Changes
d. Public Safety Committee: Police Services Contract with Newcastle
e. Transportation Committee: Transit Center Architectural Concepts
f. Utilities Committee: Maplewood Creek Fish Channel Project
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Park Rules&Regulations amendments (see 9.a.)
Ordinance for first reading: 1998 Comprehensive Plan amendment (see 9.c.)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics- call 277-4430 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
Now
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
"CANCELLED"
CANCELLED*
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July 27, 1998 C,ty Clerk's Qf iCe!.
Re;fexrals..
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CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
Court Case filed in King County Superior Court on behalf of Brian& Anja Shive, CRT-97-013
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
1999 General Fund and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding recommendations
MAYOR
Maplewood Creek Fish Channel construction bid award (CAG-98-093)
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Petition asking for changes to the Downtown Area Sign Code(also re: Uptown Glassworks signage)
Letter from Kimberly Browne et al. re: planned residential development on N. 28th Pl.
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Letter from Lisa& Chris Mitchell re: traffic & parking problems on Bremerton Ave. NE &NE 8th St.
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
July 27, 1998 Council Chamber;
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
MINUTES r+
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER;
RANDY CORMAN.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods &
Strategic Planning; BETTY NOKES, Economic Development Director;
DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; DEPUTY CHIEF JOE PEACH, Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF JULY 20, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Mayor Tanner announced that the offer to donate a Prisoners of War/Missing
PRESENTATION in Action veterans flag to the City of Renton has been withdrawn since the
Executive: POW/MIA Flag City decided to fly the flag on Veterans Day and Memorial Day holidays only
Donation
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ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* Work on the East Kennydale Sewer Interceptor project is underway
along NE 24th St. between Aberdeen and Edmonds Avenues NE.
* The Cedar River dredging, including excavation on the fish habitat
mitigation site, is now 80% complete. Bids for the phase two
construction (levee and floodwalls) will be opened in August.
* Late last week, a tree fell across the Cedar River next to the
Stoneway Plant, blocking recreational boats and rafts and causing a
dangerous situation. The City's maintenance crew removed the tree
with assistance from Stoneway personnel.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
City Clerk: Quarterly City Clerk submitted Quarterly Contract List for the period of April 1 to June
Contract List, 4/98-6/98 30, 1998; 64 agreements totalling $9,795,642.66. Information.
CRT: 97-013, Shive v Court Case filed in King County Superior Court on behalf of Brian and Anja
Renton et al. Shive v. Renton, et al. challenging a variance approved by the City's Board of
Adjustment from Renton's land clearing and tree cutting ordinance for r
property abutting the plaintiffs' home (2800 block of Burnett Ave. S.). Refer
to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
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Human Services: 1999 Human Services Division submitted the recommendations of the Human
CDBG and General Funds Services Advisory Committee for 1999 General Fund and Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in the total amount of $519,994.
Refer to Community Services Committee.
Human Services: LLEBG Human Services Division recommended approval of an application to the
Application for Legal Bureau of Justice for a Local Law Enforcement Block Grant in the amount of
Advocacy Services $68,021, to be used for legal advocacy services for victims of domestic
violence. Council concur.
Development Services: Technical Services Division recommended approval of an agreement for a
Stafford Crest Lot Line boundary line adjustment on NE 33rd St. to bring vacated street right-of-way
Adjustment (NE 33rd St) into the Stafford Crest plat. Council concur.
re Vacated Street Area
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Lisa and Chris Mitchell, 4307 NE 7th Pl.,
Citizen Comment: Mitchell Renton, regarding traffic and parking problems along Bremerton Ave.
- Traffic & Parking between 4th and 5th, Bremerton Ave. at 6th, and NE 8th Street. The
Problems on Bremerton Mitchells also requested that the City ban the use of fireworks within its
Ave; Fireworks Ban municipal limits. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL REFER THE MITCHELLS' TRANSPORTATION-RELATED
CONCERNS TO THE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Petition A petition with 82 signatures was read asking for certain changes to the
- Downtown Area Sign Downtown Area Sign Code, including that the Uptown Glassworks signage
Code (Uptown Glassworks painted on the side of 230 Main St. be allowed to remain. MOVED BY
Signage) KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER
"r THIS MATTER TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report recommending that the City
Committee of the Whole Council set a public hearing for August 24, 1998 to take testimony on an
Comprehensive Plan: West emergency amendment to Renton's Comprehensive Plan, with the intent of
Hill Removal from removing the West Hill area from the City's potential annexation area.
Potential Annexation Area MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding a
Committee fee waiver request from Rainier Christian Schools. Rainier Christian Schools
Building: Rainier Christian requested a waiver of fees associated with the processing of a Hearing
Schools Fee Waiver Examiner conditional use permit and environmental review for a day care
Request center. Rainier has been operating a day care primarily for the children of
staff members, or siblings of students attending Highlands Christian School,
which is located on the same site. Staff reviewed the proposal for a day care
in the R-8 zone, and determined that the day care met the definition for a
"family day care" since 12 or fewer children would be cared for in a 24-hour
period. Family day care is permitted as an accessory use in the R-8 zone, and
no separate land use permits are required. However, according to State law, a
family day care requires that an adult reside in the structure where the day
care operates. Since no adult resides permanently on the premises, the day
care technically does not meet the City's definition of a "family day care," but
rather is defined as a "day care center." In the R-8 zone, a Hearing Examiner
conditional use permit and environmental review are required for day care
centers.
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Due to an oversight in the interpretation of the City's definition of "family
day care," and based on estimates from staff to process the application, the
Committee recommended that Rainier Christian Schools be allowed to pay
reduced fees for the required land use permits. The fee collected by the City,.,
may be reduced, provided that sufficient fees are recovered for staff time
expended. The fee will reflect the equivalent of $75.00 per hour for staff
time, per Code section 5-1-I.A.3.d. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Park Board: Park Rules Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Change re Watercraft recommending concurrence in the Park Board recommendation to amend the
Violations current Park Rules & Regulations to allow enforcement officers to ticket
boats, watercraft, etc. that are in violation. The Committee further
recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for
reading and adoption. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See
page 259 for resolution.)
Plannine & Develoument Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report regarding Zoning Code amendments for multi-family density ranges.
Planning: Multi-Family Density ranges for several multi-family areas were amended in 1996.
Density Ranges Zoning Additional issues are currently under review in the current Code amendment
Code Amendments review relating to the moratorium on residential development in the Center
Suburban (CS), Center Neighborhood (CN), Employment Area Commercial
(EAC) and Employment Area Valley (EAV) land use designations. No
additional review will be required as a result of the 6/24/96 referral.
However, the Committee recommended that an open agenda bill be maintainer
to allow periodic update on residential issues. It is recommended that the title,,,w
of this bill be "Periodic review of residential policies and implementation."
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning: Automall Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Expansion report regarding the proposed expansion of Renton's Automall. After hearing
testimony from staff and the public on this issue, the Committee made the
following recommendations:
1. That the proposed amendments to the use table for Area "A" be
amended to include "snowmobile, lawn and garden equipment" in the
Commercial Arterial (CA) zone and "existing office" in the Medium
Industrial (IM) zone, and that "auto, motorcycle, snowmobile, lawn
and garden equipment, and passenger truck sales" be added as
primary uses and 'licensing bureaus, car rentals, public parking or
other uses determined by the Zoning Administrator that directly
support dealerships" be added as secondary uses in the IM zone.
2. Area "B" be expanded to include all CA and IM zoned properties
along SW Grady Way between Raymond Ave. SW on the west and
Talbot Rd. S. on the east not included in Area "A", as well as most
auto dealerships and related uses between Lind Ave. SW on the west
and Shattuck Ave. S. on the east between the Burlington Northern
Railroad right-of-way on the north and I-405 on the south, and all
of the Puget Western site under the same Puget Sound Energy
ownership including those portions currently zoned Commercial now
Office (CO) and proposed to be rezoned CA.
3. That Area "A" be expanded west of Lind Ave. SW along the south
side of SW Grady Way but that its actual western boundary between
Seneca and Raymond Aves. SW not be finalized until discussions
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between staff and Cummins Northwest, Inc. have been held to
resolve issues relating to that company's possible future expansion to
the east of Raymond Ave. SW. This issue will remain in Committee.
r... MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Comprehensive Plan: 1998 Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Amendments report regarding the 1998 Comprehensive Plan amendments. The Committee
reviewed proposed map amendments and text amendments on July 2nd and
9th. The Committee recommended adoption of the amendments as shown on
the matrix titled "City of Renton 1998 Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Requests" dated July 13, 1998. The Committee noted that the Taco Time
application 98-M-4 is held on appeal to the Hearing Examiner and will be
continued to the 1999 review cycle. The related pre-zone for application 98-
M-2, Rainier Blvd. adjacent to the Airport and Lake Washington Blvd., will
be held in the Planning & Development Committee. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Public Works: Maplewood concurrence in the staff recommendation that Council approve the transfer of
Creek Fish Channel, Fund $505,000 from the NE 10th St./Anacortes Ave. storm system improvement
Transfer project and $145,000 from the NE 10th St./Monroe Ave. storm system
replacement project to the Maplewood Creek Fish Channel project budget
(Account #421.000600.018.5960.0038.65.065120). The budget transfers will be
completed through the year-end budget adjustments.
Due to the cancellation of City Council meetings in early August, the next
scheduled Council meeting is set for August 17, 1998. The cancellation will
result in a two-week delay of the bid award by Council since the project bid
opening is scheduled for July 28, 1998. The project schedule is time-sensitive
due to the Fisheries permit requirement to complete all construction within
the ordinary high water line by no later than October 31st.
The Committee further recommended concurrence with the staff
recommendation that Council authorize the Mayor to award the construction
contract for the Maplewood Creek Fish Channel Project to the lowest,
responsible, responsive bidder following the bid opening, provided that the
following conditions are satisfied:
1. The low bid is within the revised total project budget;
2. More than one bid is received; and
3. The lowest, responsible, responsive bid contains no irregularities.
These conditions are in accordance with City Policy #250-02 regarding
bidding and contracting requirements. The Planning/Building/Public Works
Department shall provide an informational item report on the results of the
bid opening and award at the August 17, 1998 Council meeting. MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending
HR&RM: Classification concurrence in the staff recommendation to amend Policy and Procedure
Series Revision (Planner & #300-60 to include Assistant Planner, Associate Planner and Senior Planner
Program Development and Program Development Coordinator I and Program Development
Coordinator) Coordinator II to the classification series. The addition of the planner series
and the program development coordinator series will provide the
Planning/Building/Public Works Department the opportunity to recruit at a
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lower level and then promote without going through the competitive process.
The above changes are effective July 1, 1998. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
of Claims Vouchers #161420 - 161916; three wire transfers in the total
amount of $2,085,595.96; approval of Payroll Vouchers #160947 - 161295; and
510 direct deposits in the total amount of $1,361,442.26. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
EDNSP: Community Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding a consultant for
Marketing Campaign, the Renton Community Marketing Campaign. The City Council recommended
Hamilton/Saunderson, that the City partner with other key community stakeholders to develop an
CAG-98- intensive three-year Renton Community Marketing Campaign. The Council
appropriated $100,000 for the campaign on April 27, 1998. Authorization was
given for the Economic Development Department to seek requests for
proposals to select a consultant.
The Committee recommended approval of a contract in the amount of
$100,000 with The Hamilton/Saunderson Marketing Partnership for design,
production and implementation of a comprehensive, fully integrated Renton
Community Marketing Campaign. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED,
EDNSP: Port Quendall Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding an amendment
Workplan, Exponent, to the contract with Exponent Environmental Group. The City Council
CAG-98- authorized the Administration to sign a purchase and sale agreement and to
investigate the feasibility of taking title to the Quendall Terminals property
for the purpose of cleaning up the property and restoring it to a usable site.
The City Council appropriated $218,370 for the Port Quendall project on June
8, 1998.
The Committee recommended approval of an amendment in the amount of
$166,100 to the contract with Exponent Environmental Group for negotiation
services and creation of a remedial process workplan related to the Port
Quendall project. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Municipal Court: Hiring Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding the request for
of Court Administrator at a salary step change for the Municipal Court Director. The Municipal Court
Step D has offered the vacant position of Court Director to an individual with more
than 11 years of experience in court administration. He currently holds the
title of Fiscal Manager for Pierce County District Court #1. The court has
conducted two diligent searches for a qualified court administrator, and this
applicant will bring considerable experience in managing court budgets. His
current compensation exceeds the "D"-step that he will be offered; however,
he is interested in the broader responsibilities that this position will offer him
as well as the opportunity for his skills and experiences to promote and
improve our court.
The Finance Committee recommended approval of the request that the Court wow
Director begin work with the City at step D of the salary range for this
position. This has no negative budgetary impact as the former employee was
at step E. The Finance Committee further recommended that Council approve
the Municipal Court's rerquest to fill the vacant Court Director position at
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step D of the salary range. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
�.r ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3339 A resolution was read approving and adopting Park Rules and Regulations.
Park Board: Park Rules MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
Change re Watercraft RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Violations
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and advanced to
second and final reading:
Comprehensive Plan: 1998 An ordinance was read adopting the 1998 amendments to the City's 1995
Amendments Comprehensive Plan, maps and data in conjunction therewith. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE TO SECOND AND FINAL READING.
CARRIED.
Ordinance #4734 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Comprehensive Plan: 1998 MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
Amendments ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES.
MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Correspondence was read from Kimberly A. Browne and other residents of N.
Citizen Comment: Browne 28th St. expressing concern about a planned single family residential
et al. - N 28th PI development on N. 28th Place. Residents of N. 28th St. worry that the
Residential Development proposed road configuration to serve the development would negatively affect
their residences by developing a new public street adjacent to their backyards.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
Community Event: Renton Council President Bob Edwards noted the beginning of Renton River Days,
River Days; Teen Musical which is being held earlier than usual this year. He added that the teen
at Carco Theatre musical, "42nd Street," at Carco Theatre is outstanding.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:10 p.m.
MARILYN(1. ISTERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
7/27/98
2"0 CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
July 27, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Aug. 3rd & 10th No meetings (both have been cancelled
(Edwards) along with the regular Council meetings)
MON., 8/17 Downtown Transit Center Final Design
6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 8/04 Transit Art;
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Human Services 1999 Funding
Recommendations
*Old City Hall 6th Floor Conf. Room*
FINANCE MON., 8/17 Vouchers
(Parker) 6:00 p.m.
now
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
OWN
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 7th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
August 17, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JULY 27, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Renton River Days Recap
b. City Council Chambers Open House
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner reappoints Antonio P. Cube, Sr., 1609 Morris Ave. S., Renton, 98055, and Charles
Thomas,4408 NE 1 lth St., Renton, 98059, both to the Human Rights &Affairs Commission for two-
year terms expiring on 9/19/2000. Council concur.
b. City Clerk reports Renton's official 1998 population is 46,270, as determined by the State of
Washington's Office of Financial Management. Information.
c. City Clerk reports bid opening on 7/28/98 for the Maplewood Creek Fish Channel project; six bids;
engineer's estimate$972,861.61. On August 5, 1998 (per Council's pre-approval), Mayor Tanner
awarded the contract to the low bidder, C.A. Goodman Construction Co., in the total amount of
$940,552.86. Information.
d. City Clerk reports bid opening on 7/28/98 for the Lake Washington Boathouse Renovation; five bids;
project estimate$260,000; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,
Quinn Construction Co. in the total amount of$363,810, and further requests authorization to transfer
up to $122,000 in uncommitted park mitigation funds for this project. Refer to Community Services
Committee.
e. Development Services Division recommends upgrading the limited term Field Engineering Specialist
position to step E of the salary range. Refer to Finance Committee.
f. Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends the
declaration of an emergency to consider policy and map amendments to the Comprehensive Plan to
remove the West Hill area from Renton's potential annexation area. Refer to the Planning_&
Development Committee; set a public hearing for September 14, 1998 to take testimony on this issue.
g. Finance&Information Services Department recommends approval of an ordinance updating Renton's
City Code-to reflect changes approved by Council last year relating to the new animal licensing
renewal process. Refer to Finance Committee.
h. Finance&Information Services Department requests authorization to enter into negotiations with
Workforce Technologies and PDS for software and vendor services to replace the City's existing
payroll system and to create a human resource information system through the purchase of software
and support services (total projected cost: $500,000). Refer to Finance Committee.
i. Fire Department requests authorization to purchase a high pressure breathing apparatus inventory
upgrade package at a cost of$249,469.73. Total costs of the package and all associated equipment
will not exceed$320,000. Refer to Public Safety Committee. (CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
j. Transportation Division recommends approval of a contract with King County to continue RUSH
shuttle service through September 15, 2000. Renton's budgeted cost share is $187,905. Refer to
Transportation Committee.
k. Transportation Systems Division recommends approval of an agreement accepting$100,000 from the
Transportation Improvement Board for design and construction of the N. 30th St. and Park Ave.N.
sidewalk project. Renton's local match is $30,000. Refer to Transportation Committee.
1. Wastewater Utility Division submits CAG-97-137, 1997 Sanitary Sewer Main Rehabilitation; and
recommends approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$3,812.48,
commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$17,626.50 to Insituform
West, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter from Brad Shain,representing Pawn X-Change,PO Box 40145, Bellevue, 98015, requesting
that the City allow pawn shops in Renton to operate until 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday(current
law requires that they close at 7:00 p.m.).
b. Letter from Mr. &Mrs. J.L. Simpson, 9612 S. 177th St.,Renton, 98055,requesting that the City
stop charging them and their neighbors the "non-resident"water utility rate,which is 1.5 times the
Renton resident rate.
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*)may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Downtown Transit Center Final Design
b. Community Services Committee: Transit Art; Naming of the Cedar River Sports Park; Human
Services 1999 Funding Recommendations
c. Finance Committee: Vouchers; Segregation of LID 332*
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
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Resolution: Segregation of LID 332 (see 9.c.)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
. AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
Downtown Transit Center Final Design
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
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CITY COUNCIL
August 17, 1998 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Dennis Peschek complaint re: noise emanating from Maplewood Golf Course (incl. RiverRock restaurant)
Transfer of$122,000 in uncommitted park mitigation funds to Lk. Wash. boathouse renovation project
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Request to upgrade Field Engineering Specialist position to step E of the salary range
Animal license procedure changes (amendments to City Code)
New payroll & human resources information systems (Workforce Technologies & PDS)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Emergency Comprehensive Plan amendments (West Hill Potential Annexation Area)
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Request from Pawn X-Change that pawn shops be allowed to remain open later in the evening
Fire Dept. purchase of breathing apparatus inventory upgrade package
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
TIB funding for N. 30th St/Park Ave N. sidewalk project
Contract with King County to continue RUSH shuttle operations to 9/15/2000
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Residential Multi-Family Infill Zone Changes (re: self-storage uses) — 1st reading 8/17/98
PUBLIC HEARING
9/14/98 — Emergency Comprehensive Plan amendments (West Hill Potential Annexation Area)
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
August 17, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order in the recently-completed
Council Chambers of Renton's new City Hall, located at 1055 S. Grady Way.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY
COUNCILMEMBERS SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE DAVID DEAN, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
VICTORIA RUNKLE, Finance & Information Services Administrator; SUSAN
CARLSON, Economic Development Administrator; LESLIE BETLACH, Parks
Director; KAREN MARSHALL, Human Services Manager; GLENN KOST,
CIP Project Manager; LARRY MECKLING, Building Official; REBECCA
LIND, Principal Planner; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; JULIA
MEDZEGIAN, Council Liaison; DIANNE UTECHT, Community
Development Block Grant Specialist; BETTY NOKES, Economic Development
Director; MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic
Planning; SANDY CHASTAIN, Community Relations Specialist; DEPUTY
CHIEF GARY GOTTI, Fire Department; COMMANDER KATHLEEN
MCCLINCY, Police Department.
PRESS Denis Law, Renton Reporter
Elizabeth Parker, Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF JULY 27, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Sandy Chastain, Community Relations Specialist, introduced Sonja Mejlaender,
PRESENTATION on contract to the City for volunteer and special event coordination services.
Community Event: Renton Ms. Mejlaender provided the attendance figures for this year's River Days
River Days Recap events, noting that the Maplewood Golf Tournament sold out with 112
participants. Events included the Antique and Classic Boat Show, Art in the
Park, Piazza Renton's Festival of Fun and Nibble of Renton. She asked for
special recognition to River Days sponsors and volunteers, including the
Renton Assembly Youth Group and the Renton Youth Council.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* The Cedar River Section 205 project and the mitigation fish
spawning channel are both substantially complete. Construction on
phase two of the project (installation of the levees and floodwalls)
should start at the end of September.
* Work is proceeding on the East Kennydale sewer interceptor project .,..r
in NE 27th St. east of Edmonds Ave. NE.
* A public meeting will be held Thursday, August 20th at Carco
Theatre for members of the Maplewood community and others
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interested in the cleanup of fuel contamination along the Olympic
Pipeline Company's fuel line that runs through Maplewood.
* The Fire Department coordinated a practice burn on July 22-25 at
the request of Boeing's Fire Department.
* Several Renton neighborhoods participated in the 1998 National
Night Out program, designed to help neighbors get acquainted and to
combat neighborhood crime.
* Near-record temperatures brought thousands of swimmers to the
City's two Lake Washington beaches (Gene Coulon and Kennydale)
in the last few weeks.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Dennis M. Peschek, 13451 SE 141st St., Renton, 98059, stated that for the last
Citizen Comment: Peschek two years residents who live above the Maplewood Golf Course have
- Maplewood Golf experienced continual, negative impacts associated with noise from the golf
Course/River Rock course (the speaker system and golf ball vacuum) and the River Rock
Restaurant Noise Problems restaurant in the clubhouse (evening and nighttime music). Mr. Peschek said
the noise disturbs television viewing and is even loud enough to wake
residents up. He claimed that on one particular night when he called police to
complain about the noise level, the 911 operator commented that more than 30
similar calls had already been received about the same problem. Concluding
that he and his family are distraught over this situation, he implored the City
to rectify it.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Shain - Brad Shain and Patrick Kane, representing Pawn X-Change, PO Box 40145,
Pawn Shop Hours of Bellevue, 98015, requested that Renton's regulations restricting the hours of
6'm Operation operations for pawn shops be changed to allow them to stay open until at least
8:00 p.m. rather than 7:00 p.m. Mr. Shain emphasized that Pawn X-Change
runs a quality, service-oriented business and is not just a pawn shop, it is also
a retailer.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appointment: Human Mayor Tanner reappointed Antonio P. Cube, Sr., 1609 Morris Ave. S., Renton,
Rights & Affairs 98055, and Charles Thomas, 4408 NE 11th St., Renton, 98059, both to the
Commission Human Rights & Affairs Commission for two-year terms expiring on
9/19/2000. Council concur.
City Clerk: 1998 Renton City Clerk reported Renton's official 1998 population is 46,270, as determined
Population by the State of Washington's Office of Financial Management. Information.
CAG: 98-093, Maplewood City Clerk reported bid opening on 7/28/98 for the Maplewood Creek Fish
Creek Fish Channel, CA Channel project; six bids; engineer's estimate $972,861.61. On August 5, 1998
Goodman Const (per Council's pre-approval), Mayor Tanner awarded the contract to the low
bidder, C.A. Goodman Construction Co., in the total amount of $940,552.86.
Information.
CAG: 98-089, Lk Wash City Clerk reported bid opening on 7/28/98 for the Lake Washington
Boathouse Renovation, Boathouse Renovation; five bids; project estimate $260,000; and submitted
Quinn Const staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,
August 17, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Paye 266
Quinn Construction Co., in the total amount of $363,810; and further
requested authorization to transfer up to $122,000 in uncommitted park
mitigation funds for this project. Refer to Community Services Committee.
Development Services: Development Services Division recommended upgrading the limited term Field
Field Engr Spec, Step E Engineering Specialist position to step E of the salary range. Refer to Finance
Upgrade Committee.
Comprehensive Plan: Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
Emergency Amendments recommended the declaration of an emergency to consider policy and map
(West Hill Potential amendments to the Comprehensive Plan to remove the West Hill area from
Annexation Area Renton's potential annexation area. Refer to Planning & Development
Removal) Committee; set a public hearing for September 14, 1998 to take testimony on
this issue.
Finance: Animal License Finance & Information Services Department recommended approval of an
Procedure Changes (Code ordinance updating Renton's City Code to reflect changes approved by
Amendments) Council last year relating to the new animal licensing renewal process. Refer
to Finance Committee.
Finance: Payroll & Human Finance & Information Services Department requested authorization to enter
Resource Info Systems into negotiations with Workforce Technologies and PDS for software and
(Year 2000) vendor services to replace the City's existing payroll system and to create a
human resource information system through the purchase of software and
support services (total project cost: $500,000). Refer to Finance Committee.
Fire: Breathing Apparatus Fire Department requested authorization to purchase a high pressure breathing
Inventory Upgrade apparatus inventory upgrade package at a cost of $249,469.73. Total costs of
the package and all associated equipment will not exceed $320,000. Refer to ...r
Public Safety Committee.
Transportation: RUSH Transportation Division recommended approval of a contract with King
Shuttle (King County County to continue RUSH shuttle service through September 15, 2000.
Contract to Continue to Renton's budgeted cost share is $187,905. Refer to Transportation Committee.
9/15/2000), CAG-98-
Transportation: N 30th Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement
St/Park Ave N Sidewalks, accepting $100,000 from the Transportation Improvement Board for design
TIB Funding, CAG-98- and construction of the N. 30th St. and Park Ave. N. sidewalk project.
Renton's local match is $30,000. Refer to Transportation Committee.
CAG: 97-137, 1997 Wastewater Utility Division submitted CAG-97-137, 1997 Sanitary Sewer
Sanitary Sewer Main Main Rehabilitation; and recommended approval of the project, authorization
Rehab, Insituform West for final pay estimate in the amount of $3,812.48, commencement of 60-day
lien period, and release of retained amount of $17,626.50 to Insituform West,
Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Simpson, 9612 S. 177th St.,
Citizen Comment: Simpson Renton, 98055, requesting that the City stop charging them and their
- Non-Resident Water neighbors the "non-resident" water utility rate, which is one-and-one-half
Utility Rate times the Renton resident rate.
August 17, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page ^5"'
OLD BUSINESS Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
Finance Committee of Claims Vouchers #161917 - 162503; three wire transfers in the total
Finance: Vouchers amount of $2,795,651.21; approval of Payroll Vouchers #161297 - 161650; and
507 direct deposits in the total amount of $1,344,890.21. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
LID: 332, Segregation Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report concurring in staff's
(Oakesdale Ave S/S 7th recommendation on the segregation of Local Improvement District (LID)
St), City Property #332, in the vicinity of Oakesdale Ave. S. and S. 7th Street. The City will
Purchase assume its share of the financial obligation of the LID. e Committee
further recommended that the resolution regarding this macer be presented
for reading and adoption. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page for resolution.)
Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Committee recommending concurrence with the staff recommendation that the 1999
Human Services: 1999 General Fund and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds be
CDBG and General Funds distributed according to the Human Services Advisory Committee's
recommendations. The Committee further recommended concurrence that
$5,000 in unallocated capital CDBG funds be transferred to the Renton
Historical Museum's ADA Restroom Improvement project, for expenditure in
1998. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Parks: Cedar River Sports Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report concurring
Complex Naming (Ron with the Board of Park Commissioners' recommendation to name the new park
Regis Park) facility (currently referred to as Cedar River Sports Park) after longtime Park
Boardmember Ron Regis. The recommendation is that the park be named the
"Ron Regis Park." MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilmember Nelson introduced Mr. Regis, who was present in the
audience.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3340 A resolution was read segregating assessments in Local Improvement District
LID: 332, Segregation (LID) #332, located in the vicinity of Oakesdale Ave. S and S. 7th Street.
(Oakesdale Ave S/S 7th MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
St), City Property COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Purchase
Resolution #3341 A resolution was read declaring an emergency in order to consider policy and
Comprehensive Plan: 1998 map amendments to the Comprehensive Plan relating to the Land Use
Emergency Amendment Element. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
(West Hill Potential COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Annexation Area)
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 8/24/98 for second and final reading:
.... Zoning: Residential Multi- An ordinance was read amending sections 4.2.060, 4.2.070, 4.2.080, 4.2.110,
Family Infill Zone 4.4.050, 4.4.080, and 4.4.100 of Title IV (Development Regulations) of City
Changes (Self-Storage Code by adding self-storage uses to the Residential Multi-Family Infill zone.
Uses) MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER
August 17 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Pape 268
THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 8/24/98.
CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL RECESS
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 60 MINUTES TO DISCUSS PROPERTY
ACQUISITION AND A PERSONNEL MATTER. Time: 8:08 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:06 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 9:07 p.m.
MARILYN PE RSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
8/17/98
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
August 17, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 8/24 CANCELLED
(Edwards)
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 8/18 Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial;
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Lake Washington Boathouse Renovation
Construction Contract &Fund Transfer
FINANCE MON., 8/24 Upgrade of Ltd. Term Engineering
(Parker) 6:00 p.m. Specialist Position to Step E;
Animal License Code Amendments;
Contract for Year 2000 Software for
Payroll & Human Resources
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT THURS., 8/20 Downtown Sign Code;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Automall Expansion;
Aqua Barn Land Use & Zoning;
Emergency Comprehensive Plan
Amendments
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 8/24 Purchase of High Pressure Breathing
(Corman) 7:00 p.m. Apparatus Inventory Upgrade Package
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 8/18 Contract w/King County for RUSH
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. Shuttle;
TIB Funding for N. 30th/Park Ave. N.
Sidewalks
UTILITIES THURS., 8/20 Aquifer Protection
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m.
mum NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 7th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
August 24, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF AUGUST 17, 1998
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
5. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner requests Council confirmation of appointment of Michael R. Webby as the Human
Resources and Risk Management Administrator, at Grade 43, Step E, plus reimbursable moving
expenses. Council concur.
b. Mayor Tanner appoints Greg Guillen, 2535 Jones Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, and George Feighner,
1815 Field Ave. NE, Renton, 98059, both to the Board of Adjustment for four-year terms expiring on mw
9/06/2002 (position numbers 3 and 4, respectively). Refer to Community Services Committee.
c. Mayor Tanner reappoints Cynthia Burns, 2007 NE 12th St., Renton, 98056, and Michael G. O'Donin,
423 Pelly Ave. N., Renton, 98055,both to the Park Board for four-year terms expiring 10/01/2002.
Council concur.
d. City Clerk reports bid opening on 8/18/98 for CAG-98-110, Municipal Airport Runway Marking,
Lighting and Signage project; four bids; engineer's estimate $350,000-$500,000; and submits
recommendation to award the contract to Hisey Construction, Inc., in the total amount of$407,577.97.
Council concur.
e. Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends rezone of five
parcels located on Sunset Blvd. NE near Aberdeen Ave. NE and NE Park Dr. from Convenience
Commercial (CC) to Residential Multi-Family Infill (RM-1) in accordance with a change to the
Comprehensive Plan that Council approved last month. Council concur. (See 9. for ordinance.)
f. Finance and Information Services Department submits the mid-year report of the City's investment
portfolio. Refer to Finance Committee.
g. Fire Department requests authorization to purchase an aid car from Braun Northwest, Inc. in the total
amount of$131,223.58. Council concur.
h. Hearing Examiner recommends approval, with conditions, of the Talbot Ridge preliminary plat; 19
lots on 2.7 acres located east of Talbot Rd. and west of 102nd Ave. SE (PP-97-087). Council concur.
i. Transportation Systems Division requests authorization for a five-day closure of Oakesdale Ave. SW
between SW 16th St. and Grady Way SW to reconstruct the intersection and add a new roadway
section for the new Oakesdale extension to the south. Council concur. (See 9.a. for resolution.)
j. Transportation Division recommends approval of Addendum #3-98 to LAG-87-001, lease with the
Boeing Employee Flying Assocation, to document the deletion of an unusable area(parking lot A)
from the leased property. Council concur.
k. Utility Systems Division recommends that Sharon Barker, 2414 Jones Ave. NE, be allowed to "'r
particiate in the Jones. Ave. special assessment district at the reduced cost of$4,364, with the
condition that the remaining fee and associated interest be paid if the property develops further.
Council concur.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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7. CORRESPONDENCE
8. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
.� further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial; Lk. Wash. Boathouse
Renovation contract & fund transfer
b. Finance Committee: Upgrade of limited term engineering specialist to Step E; Animal License Code
amendments*; Contract for Year 2000 payroll & human resources software
c. Planning & Development Committee: Downtown Sign Code; Automall Expansion; Aqua Barn Land
Use & Zoning
d. Public Safety Committee: Purchase of High Pressure Breathing Apparatus Inventory Ugrade package
e. Transportation Committee: Contract w/King County for RUSH Shuttle*; TIB Funding of N. 30th
St./Park Ave. N. sidewalk construction*
f. Utilities Committee: Aquifer Protection
9. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Temporary closure of Oakesdale Ave. SW(see 6.i.)
b. Contract w/King County for RUSH Shuttle (see 8.e.)
c. Accepting TIB funding for Kennydale-area sidewalk construction(see 8.e.)
Ordinance for first readiny,:
Animal License Code amendments (see 8.b.)
Ordinance for first reading and advancement to second and final reading:
Rezone of Sunset Blvd. properties from CC to RM-I (Potoschnik/Newton); see 6.e.
Ordinance for second and final reading:
Amendment to the Residential Multi-Family Infill zone to allow self-storage uses (Ist reading 8/17/98)
10. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
11. AUDIENCE COMMENT
12. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
**CANCELLED**
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CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL
August 24, 1998 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
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ADMINISTRATION
Send a letter to the King County Council & County Executive opposing the Aqua Barn Comp Plan change
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Board of Adjustment appointments (Gregg Guillen and George Feighner)
FINANCE COMMITTEE
City investment portfolio (mid-year report)
FINANCE & INFORMATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR
Reimburse Fund 301 from funds provided by the State for the new city hall lighting system
MAYOR& CITY CLERK
Agreement with King County to continue RUSH shuttle operations
Agreement accepting TIB funding for the N 30th/Park Ave N sidewalk project
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION) COMMITTEE
Airport runway marking, lighting & signage project(bid award), CAG-98-110
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Animal license Code amendments— 1 st reading 8/24/98
Aquifer Protection Ordinance amendments— 1 st reading 8/24/98
PUBLIC HEARINGS ...r
9/14/98—Emergency Comprehensive Plan amendments (West Hill Potential Annexation Area)
9/14/98 —Extension of moratorium on residential development in certain commercial areas
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Regular Meeting
August 24, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
MINUTES
a..
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY
COUNCILMEMBERS SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; TONI
NELSON. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMAN DAN CLAWSON. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE DAVID DEAN, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; MICHAEL
KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning; LYS
HORNSBY, Utility Engineering Supervisor; CAROLYN BOATSMAN, Civil
Engineer; GLENN KOST, CIP Project Manager; GAIL REED, Airport
Manager; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; SANDRA MEYER,
Transportation Systems Director; BATTALION CHIEF KRIS HANSON, Fire
Department; COMMANDER DENNIS GERBER, Police Department.
PRESS Elizabeth Parker, Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF AUGUST 17, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* A public meeting was conducted last Thursday to present information
about the proposed contaminated soil remediation efforts to be
conducted in the Maplewood area by the Olympic Pipeline Company.
* The new Monster Road bridge is nearly complete and now open to
traffic.
* Renton's lifeguards competed against other teams in the 13th annual
Lake Washington Challenge Cup, with Renton's team placing third
overall.
* The Renton Community Center reopened today after being closed
last week for annual maintenance and repairs.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Martin Durkan, Jr., 330 SW 43rd St. Suite 357, Renton, WA, representing Jack
Citizen Comment: Durkan Riley, owner of the Aqua Barn Ranch located at 15227 SE Renton-Maple
- Aqua Barn Site Comp Valley Highway in King County, said that the staff recommendation on the
Plan Change proposed Comprehensive Plan change for this property fails to take into
consideration that the Aqua Barn is surrounded by a mobile-home park, a
large church, and a five-lane highway. He disagreed with staff that this site
should be restricted to single family housing of one unit per acre, saying this
would not be a good use of the property. Emphasizing that the county has
rr.. been directed to use expansion areas for density and affordable housing, with
the minimum density being four units per acre and the target density being
eight units per acre, he said any mitigation fees paid due to the development
of this property would have to be applied locally. Mr. Durkan was
additionally concerned that specific notification had not been provided
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relating to any formal Renton action on this issue, although such notificaiton
is required by the State's Growth Management Act.
Citizen Comment: Clark - Beth Clark, 1111 Third Ave. Suite 3400, Seattle, 98101, representing Security
Aqua Barn Site Comp Plan Capital Pacific Trust in connection with its proposed development of the Aqua
Change Barn site, explained that the Comprehensive Plan change being sought for this
site would revert seven of the northern ten acres to its pre-1996 land use
designation, which was Urban Residential. The remaining three acres
adjacent to Maple Valley Highway would remain Neighorhood Business.
Saying that the property would retain its existing R-6 zoning, she noted,
however, that if the Comprehensive Plan amendment is granted, Security
Pacific intends to seek a rezone that would allow a multi-family project with
a density of 9 to 10 units per acre over 16 acres of the site. Ms. Clark
concluded that any opposition to a rezone application that doesn't yet exist
would be premature.
Mike Kattermann, Planning & Technical Services Director, explained that
Renton's Comprehensive Plan land use designation for this property is Rural
Residential. Mayor Tanner added that the Aqua Barn site is within Renton's
potential annexation area, and the City has both the authority and the
responsibility to perform land use planning for it in the anticipation that it
will someday be served by Renton.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL SUSPEND THE RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE PLANNING
& DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT ON THIS ISSUE. CARRIED.
Plannine & Development Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report recommending that the City oppose the proposed redesignation and
Planning: Aqua Barn Site rezoning of seven acres of land at the north end of the Aqua Barn site from woo
Comp Plan Change Neighborhood Business to Urban Residential, 4-12 dwelling units per acre.
This redesignation and rezone is proposed as the first step in accommodating a
potential 300-unit garden style apartment complex on the 33-acre site. Both
the resulting density and form of development is inconsistent with Renton's
land use element of the Comprehensive Plan. The Committee further
recommended that the Administration send a letter to the County Executive
and County Council in opposition to the proposed amendment. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. At the request of a councilmember, item 6.d. was removed for
separate consideration.
Appointment: Human Mayor Tanner requested Council confirmation of appointment of Michael R.
Resources & Risk Webby as the Human Resources and Risk Management Administrator, at
Management Grade 43, Step E, plus reimbursable moving expenses. Council concur.
Administrator
Appointment: Board of Mayor Tanner appointed Gregg Guillen, 2535 Jones Ave. NE, Renton, 98056,
Adjustment and George Feighner, 1815 Field Ave. NE, Renton, 98059, both to the Board
of Adjustment for four-year terms expiring on 9/06/2002 (position numbers 3
and 4, respectively). Refer to Community Services Committee.
Appointment: Park Board Mayor Tanner reappointed Cynthia Burns, 2007 NE 12th St., Renton, 98056,
and Michael G. O'Donin, 423 Pelly Ave. N., Renton, 98055, both to the Park
Board for four-year terms expiring 10/01/2002. Council concur.
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Rezone: Sunset Blvd NE Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
(Aberdeen to Park, recommended rezone of five parcels located on Sunset Blvd. NE near
Potoshnik/Newton), R-98- Aberdeen Ave. NE and NE Park Dr. from Convenience Commercial (CC) to
040 Residential Multi-Family Infill (RM-I) in accordance with a change to the
... Comprehensive Plan that Council approved last month. Council concur. (See
page 279 for ordinance.)
Finance: City Investment Finance and Information Services Department submitted the mid-year report
Portfolio, Mid-Year of the City's investment portfolio. Refer to Finance Committee.
Report
Fire: Aid Car Purchase, Fire Department requested authorization to purchase an aid car from Braun
Braun NW Northwest, Inc. in the total amount of $131,223.58. Council concur.
Plat: Talbot Ridge, Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Talbot
Preliminary, Talbot Ridge preliminary plat; 19 lots on 2.7 acres located east of Talbot Rd. and
Rd/102nd Ave SE (PP- west of 102nd Ave. SE (PP-97-087). Council concur.
97-087)
Streets: Oakesdale Transportation Systems Division requested authorization for a five-day closure
Temporary Closure (SW of Oakesdale Ave. SW between SW 16th St. and Grady Way SW to reconstruct
16th to Grady Way), 8/31 the intersection and add a new roadway section for the new Oakesdale
to 9/04 extension to the south. Council concur. (See page 278 for resolution.)
Lease: Boeing Employees Transportation Division recommended approval of Addendum #3-98 to LAG-
Flying Association, 87-001, lease with the Boeing Employees Flying Association, to document the
Addendum #3 to LAG- deletion of an unusable area (parking lot A) from the leased property.
87-001 Council concur.
rr SAD: Jones Ave, Sharon Utility Systems Division recommended that Sharon Barker, 2414 Jones Ave.
Barker Authorization to NE, be allowed to participate in the Jones Ave. special assessment district at
Participate (2414 Jones the reduced cost of $4,364, with the condition that the remaining fee and
Ave NE) associated interest be paid if the property develops further. Council concur.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 6.d. FOR
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration City Clerk reported bid opening on 8/18/98 for CAG-98-110, Municipal
Item 6.d. Airport Runway Marking, Lighting and Signage project; four bids; project
CAG: 98-110, Airport estimate $350,000-$500,000; and submitted recommendation to award the
Runway Marking, contract to Hisey Construction, Inc., in the total amount of $407,577.97.
Lighting & Signage, Hisey
Const Noting the presence of an irregularity in the bid process, it was MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THIS ITEM TO
THE TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the
Community Services Lake Washington boathouse renovation project. On July 15, 1998, bids were
Committee received for the renovation of the Lake Washington boathouse, including the
CAG: 98-089, Lk Wash construction of handicapped-accessible restrooms. The low bid from Quinn
Boathouse Renovation, Construction Co., Inc. of $363,810 is significantly higher than the engineer's
Quinn Const estimate of $230,000, and would cause the total estimated project cost of
$392,000 to be $122,000 over the available funds of $270,000. A full bid
analysis, together with a listing and description of alternatives, is contained in
the staff memorandum dated August 10, 1998. After consideration of the
alternatives, the Committee recommended concurrence with the staff
recommendation to enter into a contract with the low bidder, Quinn
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Construction, Inc. for $363,810, and further recommended that $122,000 in
uncommitted park mitigation fees be authorized to complete the project.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Parks: Veterans Memorial Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
at 3rd and Main recommending concurrence with the Board of Park Commissioners'
recommendation to locate a Veterans' Memorial Park at the corner of Third
and Main, formerly known as the Holm Building site, and to dedicate this
property for memorial purposes in order to commemorate all veterans who
served honorably in the service of their country. Further, the design fees and
construction costs will be paid from donated funds administered by the VFW
Post 1263 Steering Committee; ongoing maintenance will be the City's (Parks
Department) responsibility; the Community Services Department will be
represented on both the Architectural Selection Committee and the Design
Committee; prior to advertising and bidding, the design will be presented to
the Park Board with a recommendation forwarded to the Renton City Council
with the opportunity for the Council to review the plans and adopt the
proposal; Veterans Post 1263 will serve as the Steering Committee through
which all other organizations will work; and semi-annual updates will be given
by the Steering Committee and Community Services Department to the
Council on the progress of this facility. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED
BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Council President Edwards voiced concerns with this proposal's compatibility
with the downtown area. He emphasized that any proposed design would
have to be integrated and compatible with the other gateways to Renton's
downtown.
Councilman Parker supported the proposal, saying that this site's highly visible Maw
location and proximity to the Renton Historical Museum makes it particularly
befitting for a veterans' memorial. He agreed that Council should review and
approval the design to ensure its appropriateness.
Councilman Corman agreed with Councilmember Nelson that this site would
probably not be suitable for commercial development, given its small size.
Ms. Nelson assured Mr. Edwards that the memorial proponents are very proud
of Renton, and seek to achieve a beautiful addition to the City's many other
amenities.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Public Safety Committee Public Safety Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending
Fire: Breathing Apparatus concurrence in staff's recommendation to authorize the Administration to
Inventory Upgrade purchase a high pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus inventory
upgrade package in 1998, the bulk of which will cost $249,469.73. Total costs
of associated equipment will not exceed the $320,000 authorized for this
capital expenditure. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation Committee Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
Transportation: N 30th regarding an agreement with the Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) for
St/Park Ave N Sidewalks, grant funding of a pedestrian facilities program. The Committee
TIB Funding, CAG-98- recommended approval of an agreement with the TIB for the design and .NW
construction of the N. 30th St. and Park Ave. N. sidewalk project. This
project is number five in the Six-Year TIP, the Walkway Program. The
project will help fill a necessary missing link in the City's Walkway Program.
The grant equals $100,000, with a $30,000 City match for a $130,000 project
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total. The Committee further recommended that the resolution regarding this
matter be presented for reading and adoption. MOVED BY SCHLITZER,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 279 for resolution.)
Transportation: RUSH Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
Shuttle (King County recommending approval of an agreement with King County arranging for
Contract to Continue to Metro to continue operation of the Renton Urban Shuttle (RUSH) for a two-
9/15/2000), CAG-98- year period ending September 15, 2000. Under this agremeent, Renton will
contribute a total of $187,905 over two years towards RUSH operating costs.
King County/Metro will fund the remaining $842,680 required to operate the
service. RUSH will remain a weekday, fare-free shuttle service with 15-
minute frequencies. This agreement was developed based on Council's June 8,
1998 recommendation on continued RUSH service. The Committee further
recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for
reading and adoption. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 278 for resolution.)
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Vice Chair Parker presented a report regarding
Public Works: Aquifer amendments to the Aquifer Protection ordinance. Water Utility staff
Protection Ordinance presented the Aquifer Protection Code amendments to the Committee last
March. The Committee concurred with staff's reocmmendation to initiate the
State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) process and prepare the final
ordinance. The SEPA process has been completed and the amendments
received a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS). Therefore, the
Committee recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter be
presented for first reading. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED 13Y
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 279 for ordinance.)
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report concurring in staff's
Development Services: recommendation to upgrade the Limited Term Field Engineering Specialist
Field Engr Spec, Step E position to Step E of the salary range. Prior to the current candidate
Upgrade accepting this position, it was determined that limited term positions cannot
be initiated at a level higher than Step C. The candidate decided to accept
the position at a lower pay level, pending management's request to Council for
approval of the higher pay level. This limited term position is funded for an
entire year, providing sufficient funds to satisfy the requested pay level for a
portion of the year. The upgrade will be retroactive to the original hire date
for the candidate. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Animal License Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending adoption
Procedure Changes (Code of the changes made to the Renton Municipal Code changing the animal
Amendments) license from a one-year license to a two-year license. This Code change also
continues the practice of allowing seniors to pay only once for a license that is
effective for the life of the pet. The fees do not change. Renton continues
to have the lowest fees in the region for animal licensing, and is one of the
few cities with animal control at the city level (most cities contract with King
County for this service). MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See
page 279 for ordinance.)
r.... Finance: Payroll & Human Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report concurring in staff's
Resource Info Systems recommendation to enter into negotiations with Workforce Technologies and
(Year 2000) PDS for software and vendor services to replace the City's existing payroll
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system and to create a human resources information system. Staff will bring
back the contract for further review and concurrence with the Council once
the negotiations are complete. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. Now
Finance: New City Hall Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending adoption
Lighting System, State of a resolution permitting the City to borrow funds from the State for lights
Funding in the new municipal building. The resolution is required by the State. The
City Council adopted a committee report in June permitting the City to use
the State program to pay for the lighting program. The lighting program is
recommended by the State, Puget Sound Energy, and others as a way to save
energy, lighting, heating and cooling costs. Further, the lights are a
significant improvement for the working conditions. All other financing
documents have been provided to the State. The City will be reimbursed for
the expenditures within the next six to eight weeks. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 279 for resolution.)
Plannine & Development Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report recommending that Council concur in the Administration's
Development Services: recommendation to prepare a resolution creating an exemption for the Uptown
Uptown Glassworks Sign Glassworks wall sign, based upon retention of the historic signs and the intent
Exemption to match their size and general style with the new sign. The Committee
further recommended that the resolution contain provisions prohibiting
additional signs on the wall, and requiring that if and when any of the
historic signs are removed or covered over, that the Uptown Glassworks sign
must be replaced with a sign that conforms with the Code requirements at that
time. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning: Automall Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Expansion report recommending approval of the proposed amendments to expand Areas
"A" and "B" of the Renton Automall with the addition of new language
pertaining to off-site parking in Area "A". This new language would
specifically permit, as a "secondary" use in the Medium Industrial (IM) zone,
off-site parking for abutting or adjacent Area "B" uses when consistent with
the Parking Code. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3342 A resolution was read authorizing a five-day temporary closure of Oakesdale
Streets: Oakesdale Ave. SW between SW 16th St. and Grady Way SW (between August 31st and
Temporary Closure (SW September 4, 1998) for roadway construction. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
16th to Grady Way), 8/31 SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
to 9/04 READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3343 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Transportation: RUSH interlocal agreement entitled "Transit Service Agreement by and between King
Shuttle (King County County and the City of Renton" for the Renton Urban Shuttle (RUSH).
Contract to Continue to MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT ..oi
9/15/2000), CAG-98- THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
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Resolution #3344 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Transportation: N 30th interlocal agreement with the State of Washington Transportation Improvement
St/Park Ave N Sidewalks, Board for funding of the pedestrian facilities program, N. 30th St. and Park
TIB Funding, CAG-98- Ave. N. sidewalk project. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
a.. KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ.
CARRIED.
Resolution #3345 A resolution was read extending a moratorium on residential development in
Planning: Moratorium on the Center Suburban land use designation implemented by Center Suburban
Residential Developments (CS) and Residential Multi-Family Suburban Center (RM-C) zoning
in Commercial Areas classifications, the Center Neighborhood land use designation implemented by
Center Neighborhood (CN) and Residential Multi-Family Neighborhood (RM-
N) zoning classifications, and the Employment Area-Commercial land use
designation implemented by the Commercial Arterial (CA) zoning
classification, establishing a public hearing date of September 14, 1998, and
establishing a termination date for the moratorium. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3346 A resolution was read declaring the intention of the City Council to reimburse
Finance: New City Hall Fund 301 from funds derived from a financing contract for expenditures for
Lighting System, State energy-efficient lighting, and directing the Finance & Information Services
Funding Administrator to make such reimbursement when funds are received from
such refinancing. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 9/14/98 for second and final reading:
Finance: Animal License An ordinance was read amending subsections 5-4-2.A and D of Chapter 4,
Procedure Changes (Code Animal Licenses, of Title V (Finance and Business Regulations) of City Code
Amendments) by changing the animal license fee from an annual fee to a two-year fee.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER
THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 9/14/98.
CARRIED.
Public Works: Aquifer An ordinance was read amending Section 4.4.060 of Chapter 4, Property
Protection Ordinance Development Standards, Section 4.6.030 of Chapter 6, Street and Utility
Standards, and Section 4.11 of Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV
(Development Regulations); Section 5-5 of Chapter 5, Business Licenses, of
Title V (Finance and Business Regulations); and Section 8-8 of Chapter 8,
Aquifer Protection, of Title VIII (Health and Sanitation) of City Code, all
relating to aquifer protection. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 9/14/98. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and advanced to
second and final reading:
Rezone: Sunset Blvd NE An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of four parcels
(Aberdeen to Park, consisting of 2.25 acres, .06 acre, .25 acre and .29 acre bordered by NE Park
Potoshnik/Newton), R-98- Dr. at the access to I-405, Sunset Blvd. NE and Aberdeen Ave. NE from
040 Convenience Commercial (CC) to Residential Multi-family Infill (RM-I)
�. (Potoshnik/Newton, R-98-040). MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE TO SECOND AND
FINAL READING. CARRIED.
August 24 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Pape 280
Ordinance #4735 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Rezone: Sunset Blvd NE MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
(Aberdeen to Park, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL:
Potoshnik/Newton), R-98- ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
040
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4736 An ordinance was read amending sections 4.2.060, 4.2.070, 4.2.080, 4.2.110,
Zoning: Residential Multi- 4.4.050, 4.4.080, and 4.4.100 of Title IV (Development Regulations) of City
Family Infill Zone Code by adding self-storage uses to the Residential Multi-Family Infill zone.
Changes (Self-Storage MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
Uses) COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL:
ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington relayed a request from the
Solid Waste: King County Suburban Cities Association (SCA) that Renton authorize it to represent the
Interlocal Agreements, City (along with other suburban jurisdictions) in negotiations with King
SCA Negotiations County regarding solid waste interlocal agreements.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler explained that the SCA Board has appointed
her to chair a group of boardmembers and solid waste officials that will
investigate how best to negotiate with King County regarding solid waste
disposal issues, with the primary goal of reducing disposal costs. Authorizing
the SCA to negotiate on behalf of Renton would not bind the City in any
way, nor relinquish the City's ability to negotiate on its own should it later
decide to do so. Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler urged Council to support this effort
and authorize the SCA to negotiate on behalf of Renton regarding this issue.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL MEW
AUTHORIZE THE SUBURBAN CITIES ASSOCIATION TO REPRESENT
RENTON IN NEGOTIATIONS WITH KING COUNTY REGARDING SOLID
WASTE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTS. CARRIED.
Human Services: Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler asked that Council be provided the results of
"Christmas in April" surveys recently sent to Renton residents and businesses via their utility bills.
Program She distributed information on the "Christmas in April' program, reporting
that it is currently seeking homes in need of donated repair and maintenance
work.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Pat Darst, 2601 Edmonds Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, thanked Council for
Citizen Comment: Darst - approving the proposed veterans' memorial at the former Holm Building site.
Veterans Memorial He assured Council that the memorial's design will be pleasing.
Citizen Comment: Richter Marge Richter, 300 Meadow Ave. N., Renton, 98055, expressed appreciation
- Veterans Memorial for Council's decision to dedicate the open space at 3rd and Main for a
veterans' memorial. She invited anyone with sketches, ideas or suggestions to
contact the steering committee at PO Box 1599, Renton, 98057.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:50 p.m.
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MARILYN 3. PETERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR 8
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
August 24, 1998
•� COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 9/14 Enterprise Zone Grant Application
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 9/01 Request from Highlands Community
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Association for Waste Receptacles
FINANCE MON., 9/14 Vouchers;
(Parker) 6:00 p.m. Briefing on City Investment Portfolio
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 9/01 Main Ave. S. Project Update;
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. Logan Ave. Project Update;
Airport Bid Award (Runway Project)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings arc held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 7th floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
September 14, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m. now
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF AUGUST 24, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Recognition of Summer Lunch Program Volunteers
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. Emergency Comrehensive Plan Map, Policy and Text Amendments to remove the West Hill area
from Renton's Potential Annexation Area(see agenda item 11. for legislation)
b. Extending the moratorium on residential development in the Center Suburban land use designation
implemented by the Center Suburban (CS) and Residential Multi-family Suburban Center(RM-C)
zoning classifications, the Center Neighborhood land use designation implemented by the Center
Neighborhood (CN) and Residential Multi-family Neighborhood (RM-N) zoning classifications, and
the Employment Area-Commercial land use designation implemented by the Commercial Arterial
(CA) zoning classification; and establishing a termination date for the moratorium (see 9.a. for related
correspondence and I I.a. for resolution)
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period ..r
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner appoints Kris Jensen, 216 First Ave. S. #300, Seattle, 98104, and A. Mark Vanderveen,
17544 Midvale Ave. N. #200, Shoreline, 98133, as Municipal Court Judges Pro Tem, effective
immediately, for terns expiring 12/31/98. Refer to Community Services Committee.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 8/28/98 for CAG-98-112, N. 8th St. and Houser Way N.
Reconstruction; seven bids; engineer's estimate $265,000; and submits staff recommendation to award
the contract to the low bidder, R.W. Scott Construction Co., in the total amount of$220,951.50.
Council concur.
c. Community Services Department recommends approval of an ordinance calling for a special election
on November 3, 1998, seeking voter approval of the sale of bonds to construct a$4 million family
pool facility at Cedar River Park. Council concur. (See agenda item 11. for ordinance.)
d. Development Services Division recommends approval of amendments to City Code to change fees for
the purchase of Title IV (and supplements) to reflect actual costs of producing the documents. Refer to
Finance Committee.
e. Hearing Examiner recommends approval, with conditions, of the Demps Development preliminary
plat; two lots on a 13,251 square foot parcel located at 2302 NE 12th St. (PP-97-086). Council concur.
f. Public Works Department requests authorization to raise the beginning salary for the Water Utility ....
Maintenance Supervisor from Step C to Step E of the salary range. Council concur.
g. Surface Water Utility Division submits CAG-97-166, SW 43rd St. Drainage Improvement project; and
recommends approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$6,365.05,
commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$11,623.30 to RJC, Inc.,
contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur. (CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
h. Technical Services Division recommends approval of a property exchange on Main Ave. S. with Earl 2 8 3
and Ellen Price by which the City will acquire necessary property for the Main Ave. S. improvement
project, and the Prices will be compensated with nearby property for parking purposes. Council
concur. (See 1 Lb. for resolution.)
i. Utility Systems Division requests authorization to temporarily close Aberdeen Ave. NE between NE
24th and 27th Streets for seven days from September 17 to 24 for construction of the East Kennydale
sewer interceptor project. Council concur. (See l I.e. for resolution.)
9. CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter from Richard H. Galusha, 14013 SE 135th St., Renton, 98059, stating that the moratorium on
residential development in commercial areas (see 5.b.) negatively affects property he owns at 325
Duvall Ave. NE. Refer to Planning& Development Committee.
b. Letter from numerous residents on Vashon Pl. NE and NE 8th St. requesting more signage and police
patrols in the area to help address safety concerns particularly related to parking problems and
speeding traffic.
c. Letter from Lila Campen, 4908 Talbot Rd. S., Renton, describing zoning changes made on her
property earlier this year and requesting that the residential development project planned for this site
be allowed to proceed as proposed, despite the changes.
10. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: Request from Highlands Community Association for Garbage Cans
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers
c. Transportation Committee: Airport runway project bid award
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Extending the moratorium on residential development in certain zoning classifications (see 5.b.)
b. Authorizing a property exchange on Main Ave. S. with Earl and Ellen Price (see 81.)
..� c. Authorizing a temporary closure of Aberdeen Ave. NE (see 8.i.)
d. Granting Uptown Glassworks an exemption to the Downtown Sign Code (Council approved 8/24/98)
Ordinance for first readinsz: Removing the West Hill area from Renton's potential annexation area
Ordinance for first reading and advancement to second and final reading:
Calling for a special election on November 3 to ask voter approval of a family pool facility at Cedar River
Park(see 8.c.)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Animal License Code amendments (1st reading 8/24/98)
b. Aquifer Protection amendments (1st reading 8/24/98)
12. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
Enterprise Zone Grant Application
281
CITY COUNCIL
September 14, 1998 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Letter from residents of Vashon Pl. NE &NE 8th St. re: safety concerns (parking problems, speeding cars)
Litter collection needs in the Highlands commercial district (& incl. this program in 1999/2000 budget)
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Municipal Court Judge Pro Tem appointments
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Increase fees for purchase of Title IV of City Code (and supplements)
MAYOR& CITY CLERK
Execute documents for Main Ave. S. property exchange w/Earl & Ellen Price
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Residential development in commercial areas (in-deth approaches; possible exemptions from moratorium)
Letter from Richard Galusha re: moratorium on residential development in commercial areas
Letter from Lila Camen re: zoning changes on her Talbot Hill property & effect on proposed development
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE now
Letter from residents of Vashon P1. NE &NE 8th St. re: safety concerns (parking problems, speeding cars)
now
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
September 14, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; KATHY
COUNCILMEMBERS KEOLKER-WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY
SCHLITZER; RANDY CORMAN.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative
ATTENDANCE Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN
PETERSEN, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public
Works Administrator; SUSAN CARLSON, Economic Development
Administrator; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator;
MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic
Planning; KAREN MARSHALL, Human Services Manager; GLENN
KOST, CIP Project Manager; DIANNE UTECHT, Community
Development Block Grant Specialist; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst;
JERENE BATTISTI, Librarian; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON, Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
a.. COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF AUGUST 24, 1998, AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
SPECIAL Karen Marshall, Human Services Manager, said the success of Renton's
PRESENTATION Summer Lunch Program at the Royal Hills Apartments can be attributed to
Human Services: Summer the many partners involved in it. Lunch was offered to low-income children
Lunch Program Volunteer 49 days, along with before- and after-meal activities. An average of 150
Recognition kids were served each day, with 7,370 lunches total served during the
summer. The Renton School District prepared the meals and the Renton
Salvation Army delivered them to Royal Hills. In addition, the Renton
Library donated over 400 used books and Books for Kids gave 100 new
books for the children. Staff from the Community Services Department's
Recreation Division, the Police Department and the Fire Department
participated as well.
Ms. Marshall recognized the invaluable assistance from the Renton
Ecumenical Association of Churches, Renton First United Church, Fair-wood
Community United Church, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, United
Christian Church and Martin Luther King Baptist Church. Each of these five
churches provided volunteers to help serve lunch on their assigned day of the
week.
Alice Watson, president of the Royal Hills Apartments residents' council,
expressed gratitude to the City for this program, saying that it benefitted the
children and their families in many ways.
r..r
PUBLIC HEARINGS This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published
Comprehensive Plan: in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public
Emergency Amendments hearing to consider the proposed emergency Comprehensive Plan map,
(West Hill Potential policy and text amendments to remove portions of the West Hill area from
Annexation Area Renton's potential annexation area (PAA).
Removal)
September 14, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 286
Mike Kattermann, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning,
explained the amendments are being proposed because of possible changes in
the way that potential annexation areas may be treated, particularly in a
relation to city responsibilities for these areas. Under a proposed amendment
to the County-wide Planning Policies (CPPB), the Growth Management
Planning Council (GMPC) would adopt PAAs. If this is done, no city would
be able to act on its own to add to or delete from its potential annexation
area. Other possible changes would establish a higher level of commitment
to annex PAAs at some point.
Continuing, Mr. Kattermann said if the West Hill area is removed from
Renton's PAA, it would become an "unclaimed area." The cities of Renton,
Seattle and Tukwila would then enter into discussions with King County and
West Hill residents to talk about the future of this area.
Staff recommends that the emergency Comprehensive Plan amendments be
adopted as proposed, removing all but two portions of the West Hill area
from Renton's PAA. The first property is east of Raininer Ave. north of
Renton's Municipal Airport, and the second is located south of Martin Luther
King, Jr. Way. Owners of these properties have expressed interest in
annexing to Renton at some point.
Mr. Kattermann concluded that the City will coordinate with King County on
a governance study for the West Hill area, and the subject of Renton's
potential annexation area will be revisited at a future date. Responding to
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Mr. Kattermann estimated that the
governance study will be completed by next March or April
Audience comment was invited.
David Halinen, 10500 NE 8th St. Suite 1900, Bellevue, WA, 98004,
representing AnMarCo, the owner of several parcels located south of Martin
Luther King, Jr. Way, confirmed that his client is interested in annexing to
Renton in the future and does not object to the proposed amendments.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED. (See page 290 for Planning'& Development Committee report.)
Planning: Moratorium on This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published
Residential Developments in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public
in Commercial Areas hearing to consider extending the moratorium on residential development in
the Center Suburban land use designation implemented by the Center
Suburban (CS) and Residential Multi-family Suburban Center (RM-C) zoning
classifications, the Center Neighborhood land use designation implemented
by the Center Neighborhood (CN) and Residential Multi-family
Neighborhood (RM-N) zoning classifications, and the Employment Area-
Commercial land use designation implemented by the Commercial Arterial
(CA) zoning classification.
Mr. Kattermann explained that the moratorium's purpose is to protect prime
commercial property in the City, given that the amount of multi-family
development occurring in these zones was more than had been anticipated
under Renton's Comprehensive Plan. Staff requests that the moratorium be
extended for an additional six months to provide sufficient time for: testing
possible approaches to resolve the concerns, evaluating potential property
rezones, drafting Code amendments, and performing the necessary
environmental review.
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Mr. Kattermann estimated that the work could be completed, including final
Council adoption of any changes, in approximately four months.
Audience comment was invited.
Ricky Chang, 3010 - 77th Ave. SE, Suite #201, Mercer Island, WA, 98040,
said while he understood the purpose of the moratorium and he currently did
not have any property or projects affected by it, he was concerned that if
moratoriums such as this continue too long, they can inappropriately limit the
use of certain properties. Noting that some properties zoned for commercial
use might not be entirely suitable for that type of development, he suggested
that the City allow for some exemptions to the moratorium in a case-by-case
basis.
Harry Friebe, 14211 SE 37th St., Bellevue, WA, 98006, stated he owned
property on NE 9th Place between Edmonds Ave. NE and Sunset Blvd. NE.
Although his property is zoned commercial, he felt it was not at all suitable
for this type of development considering its non-arterial location and the
surrounding uses, all of which are residential. He requested that the
moratorium not be extended or, alternatively, that his property and others
like it be specifically exempted.
As chair of the Planning & Development Committee, Councilmember
Keolker-Wheeler expressed interest in taking action prior to the end of the
moratorium to address situations such as Mr. Friebe's. City Attorney
Lawrence J. Warren replied that Council can approve exemptions to the
moratorium's provisions so long as these are made in terms of rational
... classifications (for example, properties located at least 100 feet from a major
arterial).
Mayor Tanner stated that the Administration would not object to exempting
certain classifications of property which obviously have no commercial
value.
Responding to Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler, Mr. Kattermann said it would take at
least a month for staff to compile a comprehensive list of all the properties
affected by the moratorium, and to evaluate each property to determine if
any of them should be exempted from the moratorium.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER (INCLUDING THE EVALUATION
OF IN-DEPTH APPROACHES AND THE POSSIBLE FORMULATION
OF EXEMPTIONS TO THE MORATORIUM) TO THE PLANNING &
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED. (See page 292 for resolution
extending the moratorium.)
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written
REPORT administrative report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals
and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond.
Items noted included:
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* Puget Sound Energy has set most of the poles for the
relocation of its overhead transmission lines along Main Avenue
and Benson Road.
* Numerous sections of the rockery wall along Sunset Blvd.
between OWN
I-405 and Aberdeen Ave. have deteriorated due to weathering,
and will be repaired this fall.
* Construction has started on the Maplewood Fish Channel
project as well as on the Olympic Pipeline Culvert replacement
project.
* Shubbery from the traffic islands along South Second St. in
front of Renton High School has been removed and will be replaced
with more appropriate evergreen plants.
Replying to an inquiry from Councilman Corman, Councilman Parker stated
that only a portion of the rockery wall along Sunset Blvd. has been replaced
since the wall was originally installed many years ago.
AUDIENCE Lila Campen, 4908 Talbot Rd. S., Renton, 98055, stated that a portion of a
CONEVIENT 20-acre parcel of land she owns on Talbot Hill was rezoned earlier this year,
Citizen Comment: without her knowledge. Only after a residential site plan was approved by
Campen - Talbot Hill the City were she and the developer told of the zoning change, which was
Zoning Changes & made to address the presence of slopes on her property. Ms. Campen asked
Proposed Development that the City allow the site plan to proceed, given the circumstances
involved. (See page 290 for correspondence on this issue.)
Citizen Comment: Hindes Brett Hindes, 2625 NE 23rd St., Renton, 98056, described an ongoing
- NE 23rd St Property dispute between the City and property owners along NE 23rd St. concerning
Dispute whether an approximately 20' by 70' area is under public or private WMW
ownership. He explained that although quit claim deeds were given to the
City in 1961 relinquishing ownership of this property, the City Council had
voted not to accept them. Nevertheless, the deeds were inexplicably
recorded in 1976 without notification to the former property owners. Mr.
Hindes stated that the property is unimproved and has contributed to drainage
problems for adjacent homeowners.
Mayor Tanner agreed to look into the property ownership and drainage
problem issues. Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg
Zimmerman added that the City has verified to its satisfaction that the full
width of NE 23rd St., including the area described by Mr. Hindes, is
publicly owned. He agreed that this property has long been neglected
although it is the City's responsibility to repair and maintain it, which it does
intend to do.
Councilman Corman suggested that the Administration set up an open house
for City representatives and property owners in this area to discuss these
issues.
Citizen Comment: Stone - Sharon Stone, 2709 NE 23rd St., claimed that the City has not fairly dealt
NE 23rd St Property with property owners in this situation since it had claimed in 1961 that the
Dispute deeds had been lost and could not be returned to the property owners, only to
record them 15 years later.
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Citizen Comment: Austin Sonja Austin, 3221 Phillips Ave., Bremerton, 98310, spoke on behalf of her
- NE 23rd St Property parents, who live at 2701 NE 23rd Street. She claimed that if the City does
Dispute own the southern, unimproved side of NE 23rd St., homeowners along this
�••• stretch of road have improperly paid property taxes on public property for
over 20 years. She felt that in this case, they would be due back taxes with
interest.
Citizen Comment: Evans Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11th Pl., Renton, 98056, inquired if the City will
- Seaplane Noise take any action on complaints made by several citizens regarding seaplane
noise.
Councilman Schlitzer replied that this issue is very complicated due to the
multiple claims of jurisdiction at the airport and on Lake Washington.
Mayor Tanner added that the Coast Guard has authority over navigable
water, and the Federal Aviation Administration has jurisdiction in the air
space. The most Renton can do, then, is communicate its complaints and try
to persuade another agency to take appropriate action.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Municipal Court: Judge Mayor Tanner appointed Kris Jensen, 216 First Ave. S. #300, Seattle,
Pro Tem Appointments 98104, and A. Mark Vanderveen, 17544 Midvale Ave. N. #200, Shoreline,
98133, as Municipal Court Judges Pro Tem, effective immediately, for terms
expiring 12/31/98. Refer to Community Services Committee.
CAG: 98-112, N City Clerk reports bid opening on 8/28/98 for CAG-98-112, N. 8th St. and
8th/Houser Way N Houser Way N. Reconstruction; seven bids; engineer's estimate $265,000;
.� Reconstruction, RW Scott and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,
Const R.W. Scott Construction Co.,in the total amount of$220,951.50. Council
concur.
Parks: Family Pool Bond Community Services Department recommended approval of an ordinance
Issue (11/98) calling for a special election on November 3, 1998, seeking voter approval of
the sale of bonds to construct a $4 million family pool facility at Cedar River
Park. Council concur. (See page 292 for ordinance.)
Development Services: Development Services Division recommended approval of amendments to
Title IV and Supplement City Code to change fees for the purchase of Title IV (and supplement) to
Fee Changes reflect actual costs of producing the documents. Refer to Finance
Committee.
Plat: Demps Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Demps
Development, 2302 NE Development preliminary plat; two lots on a 13,251 square foot parcel
12th St (PP-97-086) located at 2302 NE 12th St. (PP-97-086). Council concur.
Public Works: Water Public Works Department requested authorization to raise the beginning
Utility Maintenance salary for the Water Utility Maintenance Supervisor from Step C to Step E of
Supervisor Step Change the salary range. Council concur.
CAG: 97-166, SW 43rd Surface Water Utility Division submitted CAG-97-166, SW 43rd St.
St Drainage Drainage Improvement project; and recommended approval of the project,
Improvement, RJC Inc authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$6,365.05,
commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$11,623.30 to RJC, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained.
Council concur.
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Streets: Main Ave S Technical Services Division recommended approval of a property exchange
Property Exchange at 333 Main Ave. S. with Earl and Ellen Price by which the City will acquire
(City/Earl & Ellen Price) necessary property for the Main Ave. S. improvement project, and the Prices
will be compensated with nearby property for parking purposes. Council Now
concur.
Streets: Aberdeen Ave Utility Systems Division requested authorization to temporarily close
NE Temporary Closure Aberdeen Ave. NE between NE 24th and 27th Streets for seven days from
(NE 24th to 27th) September 17 to 24 for construction of the East Kennydale sewer interceptor
project. Council concur. (See page 292 for resolution.)
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Richard H. Galusha, 14013 SE 135th St.,.
Citizen Comment: Renton, 98059, stating that the moratorium on residential development in
Galusha - Moratorium on commercial areas negatively affects property he owns at 325 Duvall Ave.
Residential Development NE. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
in Commercial Areas COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER TO THE PLANNING &
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Correspondence was read from Robert and Wendy Baker, 763 Vashon Pl.
Highlands Residents - NE, Renton, 98056, and numerous residents on Vashon Pl. NE and NE 8th
Safety Concerns at St., requesting more signage and police patrols in the area to help address
Vashon/NE 8th safety concerns related to parking problems and speeding traffic. MOVED
BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
REFER THIS LETTER TO THE ADMINISTRATION AND THE PUBLIC
SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Correspondence was read from Lila Campen, 4908 Talbot Rd. S., Renton,
Campen - Talbot Hill describing zoning changes made on her property earlier this year and
Zoning Changes & requesting that the residential development project planned for this site be
Proposed Development allowed to proceed as proposed, despite the changes. The primary difference
is that the line between areas zoned R-1 and R-14 is now irregular rather than
straight. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER TO THE PLANNING &
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report recommending that Council
Committee of the Whole pass a resolution approving Renton's participation, with Seattle and King
EDNSP: Port Quendall County, in an application to become a federal Empowerment Zone. The
Empowerment Zone federal government has authorized the designation of 15 new urban
Application empowerment zones. Empowerment zones focus on a people-based
economic development strategy that supports employment expansion in
existing commercial/industrial districts with an emphasis on linking
employment opportunities to low income people. The Committee further
recommended that Port Quendall be designated as a developable site.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning & Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Development Committee report recommending that Council concur in the Administration's
Comprehensive Plan: recommendation to adopt the proposed amendments to Renton's
Emergency Amendments Comprehensive Plan. The amendments remove portions of West Hill from ....
(West Hill Potential Renton's potential annexation area (PAA) and revise policy and definition
Annexation Area references to the PAA. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED
Removal) BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 292 for ordinance.)
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Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claims Vouchers #161433 and 162871 through 163314; three wire
transfers in the total amount of$3,714,135.51; approval of Payroll Vouchers
#162114 - 162406; and 507 direct deposits in the total amount of
$1,281,253.32. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
of Claims Vouchers #162504 - 162870; two wire transfers in the total
amount of$2,296,893.44; approval of Payroll Vouchers #161654 - 161992;
and 508 direct deposits in the total amount of$1,325,463.02. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
(Aviation) Committee regarding the bid opening on August 18, 1998 for CAG-98-110, Municipal
CAG: 98-110, Airport Airport Runway Marking, Lighting and Signage project. The Committee
Runway Marking, met on this topic on September 1, 1998. The Committee discussed the issue
Lighting & Signage of contract award given the bid protest of Prime Electric, Inc. The
Committee
was advised by legal counsel that although the protest would most likely be
unsuccessful, any potential litigation could unnecessarily delay this project.
The time and cost to resolve this issue through litigation would be more than
the time it would take to simply re-bid the project. In addition, it was
determined by the Transportation Systems Division that the Federal Aviation
Administration grant of$703,000 would not be in jeopardy should the City
decide to re-bid the project. In light of the above facts, the Committee
recommended the City re-bid this project as soon as possible. MOVED BY
SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Committee recommending that Council direct the Solid Waste Utility staff to continue to
Parks: Waste Receptacles work with the Highlands Community Association to develop a program
in the Highlands addressing the litter collection needs in the Highlands commercial district.
The Committee recognized that there will be one-time costs associated with
the purchase of containers along with associated expenses, and that these
expenses are not included in the current Solid Waste Utility budget. The
appropriate forum for considering such exenditures is the 1999/2000 budget
process. Therefore, the Committee recommended that Council direct the
Administration to include this program as part of the 1999/2000 budget. The
Committee further recommended that Council direct staff to prepare a
response to the Highlands Community Association to inform them of the
Council action. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
September 14 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 292
Resolution #3347 A resolution was read extending a moratorium on residential development in
Planning: Moratorium on the Center Suburban land use designation implemented by the Center
Residential Developments Suburban (CS) and Residential Multi-Family Suburban Center (RM-C)
in Commercial Areas zoning classifications, the Center Neighborhood land use designation ...r
implemented by the Center Neighborhood (CN) and Residential Multi-
Family Neighborhood (RM-N) zoning classifications, and the Employment
Area-Commercial land use designation implemented by the Commercial
Arterial (CA) zoning classification; and establishing a termination date of
March 14, 1999, for the moratorium. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3348 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
Streets: Main Ave S necessary documents to trade a portion of City-owned property located at 333
Property Exchange Main Ave. S. for required right-of-way located at the northwest corner of S.
(City/Earl & Ellen Price) 4th St. and Main Ave. S. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
Resolution #3349 A resolution was read authorizing the temporary closure of Aberdeen Ave.
Streets: Aberdeen Ave NE between NE 27th St. and NE 24th St. for storm and sewer construction.
NE Temorary Closure MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT
(NE 24th to 27th) THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3350 A resolution was read designating historic signs located at 230 Main Ave. S.,
Development Services: and waiving City Center sign requirements for the Uptown Glassworks
Uptown Glassworks Sign signage adjacent to the historic signs. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
Code Exemption SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED. ...,,,
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and immediately
advanced for second and final reading:
Parks: Family Pool Bond An ordinance was read providing for the submission to the registered voters
Issue (11/98) of the City at a special election to be held in conjunction with the general
election on November 3, 1998, the proposition of whether, in order to pay
part of the costs of constructing and equipping a family pool in Renton, the
City should incur indebtedness and issue not more than $4,000,000 of
unlimited tax general obligation bonds therefor, payable from annual
property tax levies upon all taxable property within the City in excess of all
regular property tax levies, maturing within 20 years; and declaring an
emergency. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER,
COUNCIL ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance #4737 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Parks: Family Pool Bond MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
Issue (11/98) ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL
AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Comprehensive Plan: An ordinance was read adopting the 1998 Emergency Amendments to the
Emergency Amendments City's Comprehensive Plan, maps and data in conjunction therewith,
(West Hill Potential including amendments to the Land Use Element policies pertaining to
Annexation Area potential annexation areas (PAAs), and the land use and PAA designations ...r
Removal) for the West Hill area. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND
AND FINAL READING. CARRIED.
September 14, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 293
Ordinance #4738 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Comprehensive Plan: MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT
Emergency Amendments THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES.
.... (West Hill Potential MOTION CARRIED.
Annexation Area
Removal)
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4739 An ordinance was read amending subsections 5-4-2.A and D of Chapter 4,
Finance: Animal License Animal Licenses, of Title V (Finance and Business Regulations) of City
Procedure Changes (Code Code by changing the animal license fee from an annual fee to a two-year
Amendments) fee. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL
AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance #4740 An ordinance was read amending Section 4.4.060 of Chapter 4, Property
Public Works: Aquifer Development Standards, Section 4.6.030 of Chapter 6, Street and Utility
Protection Ordinance Standards, and Section 4.11 of Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV
(Development Regulations); Section 5-5 of Chapter 5, Business Licenses, of
Title V (Finance and Business Regulations); and Section 8-8 of Chapter 8,
Aquifer Protection, of Title VIII (Health and Sanitation) of City Code, all
relating to aquifer protection. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED.
ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Council President Edwards congratulated the City and especially its Fire
Fire: Improved Fire Department on having achieved an improved fire protection classification
Insurance Rating rating from the Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau.
Councilman Parker encouraged all business owners in the City to contact
their insurance agents about rate reductions that should now be available
because of the improved classification.
Parks: Improved Signage Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler suggested that the Administration provide
for New City Hall better signage for the public in determining where they should park at the
Building new building. Many people become confused because the address is Grady
Way but the public parking area is accessed off of Benson Road.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:15 p.m.
MARILYV J. ETERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 14, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 9/21 CANCELLED
(Edwards)
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 9/15 Board of Adjustment Appointments;
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Municipal Court Judge Pro Tem
Appointments;
Late Night Noise at the RiverRock
FINANCE
(Parker)
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler) moo
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 9/21 Ban on Fireworks in Renton;
(Corman) 6:30 p.m. Pawn Shop Hours of Operation
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 9/15 Bremerton Ave. Parking Restrictions;
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. NE 8th Street Speed Bumps;
Logan Ave. &Transit Center Integration
(Information Only)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
mow
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the 7th Floor conference room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
1. September 21, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 14, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Employees Recycling Program Donations to Renton's Special
Populations Program
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommends waiver of
compensation for property to be vacated on SW Harrison Pl. between Rainier Ave. S. and SW Sunset
Blvd. (VAC-97-002). Refer to Transportation Committee.
b. Transportation Systems Division requests authorization to close N. 8th St. between Garden Ave. N.
and Houser Way N. for three weeks beginning no sooner than October I st and ending no later than
November 9th for road reconstruction. Council concur. (See agenda item 10. for resolution.)
8. CORRESPONDENCE
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: Board of Adjustment appointments; Municipal Court Judge Pro
Tem appointments; Late night noise at the RiverRock
b. Transportation Committee: Bremerton Ave. parking restrictions; NE 8th St. speed bumps
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Authorizing the temporary closure of N. 8th St. (see 7.b.)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 430-6512 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
** CANCELLED **
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TRANSPORTATION
Waiver of compensation for property to be vacated on SW Harrison P1. (Joseph et al/VAC-97-002)
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
September 21, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; DAN
COUNCILMEMBERS CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY CORMAN.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMEMBER TONI NELSON.
CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; BRENDA FRITSVOLD,
Deputy City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; BETTY NOKES, Economic Development Director; JIM
SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; JILL DIDDY, Recreation
Program Coordinator; BONNIE RERECICH, Recreation Supervisor; DEREK
TODD, Finance Analyst; COMMANDER CURTIS SMALLING, Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 14, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Jim Shepherd, Community Services Administrator, introduced Jill Diddy,
PRESENTATION Recreation Program Coordinator and explained that she works with the Special
Parks: Employees Populations Program.
Recycling Program
Ms. Diddy said that the Special Populations Program received approximately
$10,000 in donations from the Employees Recycling Program. The program,
which was established by Boeing employees, has expanded to include
volunteers from other local businesses. Renton's grant was used to help
purchase much-needed sporting equipment such as tennis rackets, tandem
bicycles and uniforms. She closed by reading personal accounts of Special
Populations Program participants relating the many benefits they receive by
being involved with sporting activities.
Nick Nicholson, Employees Recycling Program President, stressed that every
cent received from the collection of aluminum cans and newspapers is given
away. Explaining that the program, which started in 1974, is committed to
people with disabilities for sports training, Mr. Nicholson stated that by the
year 2000, the program's goal is to have given away a total of one million
dollars.
Leo Wells, Employees Recycling Program Board Member, presented Jill Diddy
with a sports tape measure and a certificate of appreciation for all her hard
work and her support of the recycling program.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items rrr
noted included:
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* Renton City Employees will kick off their annual United Way
Campaign this Wednesday with a goal of raising over $30,000 and
increasing employee participation.
* Through the Business Watch Letter, the Police Department notified
every business in the City of Renton about the new Drug
Paraphernalia Law.
AUDIENCE COMMENT James A. Amandus, Senior Pastor with the Highlands Community Church,
Citizen Comment: 3031 NE 10th St., Renton, 98056, invited the Mayor and Councilmembers to
Amandus - Renton attend the signing of the Renton Community Marriage Agreement. He
Community Marriage explained that a delegation of working pastors crafted the agreement, which
Agreement pastors of over 30 churches within Renton will sign. Reverend Amandus read
aloud the marriage agreement and encouraged government officials and
community leaders to make a public statement for the moral value of marital
fidelity.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Vacation: SW Harris Place Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
(Joseph et al/VAC-97- recommended waiver of compensation for property to be vacated on SW
002) Harris Pl. between Rainier Ave. S. and SW Sunset Blvd. (VAC-97-002). Refer
to Transportation Committee.
Streets: N 8th St Transportation Systems Division requested authorization to close N. 8th St.
Temporary Closure between Garden Ave. N. and Houser Way N. for three weeks beginning no
(Garden Ave N to Houser sooner than October 1st and ending no later than November 9th for road
Way N) reconstruction. Council concur. (See page 300 for resolution.)
r... MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Public Safety Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending that
Public Safety Committee pawnshops be closed between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. During
Police: Pawn Shop Hours these hours, it shall be unlawful for any pawnbroker to conduct or carry on
of Operation the business of pawnbroker, in whole or in part, directly, or to open or keep
open, his pawnship for the transaction of any business whatsoever therein,
except from December 15 to December 25 of each year, and on Saturdays,
when pawnbrokers may remain open until, but not later than 10:00 p.m. The
Committee further,recommended that an Ordinance be prepared for Council's
adoption on this change. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PARKER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Vice-Chair Clawson presented a report regarding the
Committee emergency appointment of two municipal court judges pro tem. The
Appointment: Municipal Committee agreed that there is a need for the appointment of two additional
Court Judge Pro Tem judges pro tem in order to resolve a scheduling problem for the September 24,
1998 court proceedings and to prevent a reoccurrence of potential scheduling
problems for the remainder of 1998. Therefore, the Committee recommended
Council concur in the appointments of Kris R. Jensen and A. Mark
Vanderveen as Municipal Court Judge Pro Tem, effective immediately and
expiring 12/31/98. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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Parks: Maplewood Golf Community Services Vice-Chair Clawson presented a report regarding the late
Course/River Rock night noise at the Maplewood Golf Course. The Committee concurred with
Restaurant Noise Problems the actions taken by the Concessionaire to move all music events indoors year-
round, thereby eliminating late night music.
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The Committee also concurred with the actions taken by the Maplewood Golf
Course to employ a starter at the Number One Tee until 8:00 a.m. on
Saturdays and Sundays, and until 7:00 a.m. on Monday through Friday,
thereby eliminating speaker noise. In addition, speakers have been redirected
to reduce noise to the north of the course, when speakers become operational
after 8:00 a.m. on weekends and 7:00 a.m. on weekdays.
Due to vandalism and associated costs caused by people illegally destroying the
netting and removing golf balls in the driving range area, the Committee
further recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation to continue
operating the ball-picking machine from 10:00 p.m. through 2:00 a.m., five
days per week. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Appointment: Board of Community Services Vice-Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Adjustment concurrence in the Mayor's appointment of Gregg Guillen and George
Feighner to the Board of Adjustment. The four-year terms expire on
September 6, 2002. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3351 A resolution was read authorizing a three-week temporary closure of N. 8th
Streets: N 8th St St. from Garden Ave. N. to Houser Way N. for roadway construction
Temporary Closure beginning no sooner than October 1st and ending no later than November 9,
(Garden Ave N to Houser 1998. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL
Way N) ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL RECESS
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 20 MINUTES TO DISCUSS
LITIGATION. Time: 8:00 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 8:20 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:21 p.m.
Brenda Fritsvold, Deputy City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann omw
9/21/98
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR 50i
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 21, 1998
.�. COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 9/28 Council Study Session
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
**Council
Conference
Room**
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE Mon., 9/28 Title IV Reorganization- Fee Changes;
(Parker) 6:00 p.m. Sales Tax (Briefing Only)
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
September 28, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m. ..r
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 21, 1998
4. PROCLAMATIONS:
a. National Breast Cancer Awareness Month— October 1998
b. Head Injury Awareness Month— October 1998
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Oakesdale Avenue Update
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further ....r
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by The Lucas Childrens' Trust, owners of property in
the 2600 block of Aberdeen Ave. NE, in the immediate area of the City's East Kennydale Sewer
Interceptor project. Plaintiffs allege trespass by the City's contractor, unauthorized use of property,
and property damages resulting from destruction of native growth and other vegetation on the site.
Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
b. Development Services Division requests authorization to extend the temporary closure of Burnett Ave.
N. between 5th and 6th Sts. until no later than November 15, to allow for additional ground
preparation associated with the King County/Bryn Mawr sanitary sewer extension project. Refer to
Transportation Committee.
c. Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department requests authorization to
apply for a federal Empowerment Zone designation, which would provide the City with an opportunity
to obtain up to $3,000,000 for clean-up of the Port Quendall Terminal site. Council concur. (See l La.
for resolution.)
d. Economic Development,Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department requests approval to
apply for a grant from the State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for$1,000,000 to acquire and
rehabilitate the Lake Washington shoreline at the Port Quendall site. Council concur. (See 1 Lb. for
resolution.)
e. Economic Development,Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department requests a public meeting
be set on 10/12/98 to consider a Notice of Intent petition to annex approximately 21 acres located
south of SE 128th St. and west of 144th Ave. SE. Council concur.
now
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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f. Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommends approval of 50-5
the following six rezones as part of the implementation of the 1998 Comprehensive Plan Amendments:
Pan Abode site (Medium Industrial to Center Office Residential); Puget Western site (Heavy Industrial
and Commercial Office to Commercial Arterial); Boeing Commercial Airplane Group site (Heavy
Industrial to Commercial Office); O'Conner Plat site (Residential 10-dwelling units per acre to
Residential eight-dwelling units per acre); Rainier Ave. site (Residential Single Family to Commercial
r... Arterial); and Hardie/Hayes site (Commercial Arterial to Residential 10-dwelling units per acre).
Council concur. (See 1 Lb. through 1 l.g. site locations and ordinances.)
9. CORRESPONDENCE
10. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairnian if
further review is necessary.
a. Finance Committee: Title IV Reorganization-Fee Changes*
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Submission of application designating Port Quendall site as a federal Empowerment Zone (see 8.c.)
b. Authorizing application for funding from the Department of Natural Resources to rehabilitate Lake
Washington shoreline at the Port Quendall site (see 8.d.)
Ordinances for first reading:
a. Approving fee changes as part of the Title IV (Development Regulations) reorganization (see 10.a.)
b. Rainier Ave. N. site rezone from RS to CA; west of Rainier Ave. & north of NW 5th St. (see 8.f.)
c. Hardie/Hayes site rezone from CA to R-10; area bounded by Renton Ave. extension, Hayes Pl., SW
Rainier Ave. S., SW Victoria St., &Hardie Ave. SW (see 8.f.)
d. O'Conner Plat site rezone from R-10 to R-8; Cedar Ave. S. & SE 172nd St. (see 8.f.)
e. Pan Abode site rezone from IM to COR; 4350 Lake Washington Blvd. (see 8.f.)
f Boeing Commercial Airplane Group site from IH to CO; N. 8th St., Park Ave. N. & Garden Ave. N.
(see 8.f.)
g. Puget Western site from IH & CO to CA; south of Grady Way, east of Talbot Rd. S. & northwest of
1-405 (see 81.)
12. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM
6:30 p.m.
Council Study Session
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CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL
September 28, 1998 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Send letter to the Suburban Cities Association re: items to be included on its 1999 Legislative Agenda
Draft letter to the State Legislature re: concerns about local control of how fireworks are sold
CITY ATTORNEY
Draft resolution expressing the Council's support for the passage of the family pool bond issue in November
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
Court Case filed by The Lucas Childrens' Trust v. Renton and Gary Merlino Construction Co.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Bonneville charges for municipal electric power
MAYOR
Submit an application to HUD for the federal Empowerment Zone program
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Extension of time for the temporary closure of Burnett Ave. N. between 5th and 6th Streets
Letter from residents of Vashon P1. NE &NE 8th St. re: safety concerns (parking problems, speeding cars) wood
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Fee changes for Title IV, Development Regulations (1st reading 9/28/98)
Rainier Ave. N. site rezone (1st reading 9/28/98)
Hardie/Hayes site rezone (1st reading 9/28/98)
O'Connor Plat site rezone (1st reading 9/28/98)
Pan Abode site rezone (1 st reading 9/28/98)
Boeing Commercial Airplane Group site rezone (1st reading 9/28/98)
Puget Western site rezone (Ist reading 9/28/98)
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PUBLIC MEETING
10/26/98 — SE 128th St. Annexation(Notice of Intent Petition)
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
September 28, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER;
RANDY CORMAN.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; SUSAN CARLSON, Economic Development Administrator; GREGG
ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; SANDRA
MEYER, Transportation Systems Director; COMMANDER FLOYD
ELDRIDGE, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 21, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PROCLAMATIONS A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the month of October,
National Breast Cancer 1998 to be "National Breast Cancer Awareness Month" in the City of Renton,
Awareness Month and urging all women and their families to get the facts about mammography.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
Head Injury Awareness A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the month of October,
Month 1998, to be "Head Injury Awareness Month" in the City of Renton, and urging
all citizens to join in this important observation. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Sandra Meyer, Transportation Systems Director, said the ribbon-cutting
PRESENTATION ceremony for the Oakesdale Ave. SW road and bridge project between SW
Streets: Oakesdale Ave SW 16th and 27th Streets will be held this Thursday. Announcing that this
Ribbon Cutting project will be completed one day before its projected finish date, she added
that the final cost is expected to be within 5% of the original estimate. Ms.
Meyer said this project is an outstanding example of how multiple factions
can come together to yield a product from which the greater public benefits.
Liz Warman, representing The Boeing Company, expressed appreciation to the
City for accepting this challenge, which was undertaken when Boeing was
considering various locations at which to site the headquarters of its
commercial airplane group. She added that the project was ably supported by
a good technical team and steering committee.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* Renton's Fire Department participated with other jurisdictions in
Sound Shake '98, a county-wide earthquake preparedness exercise
conducted by King County's Department of Emergency Management.
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* Paving for the 1998 annual Street Overlay Program is complete,
including in the area of Lake Washington Blvd. and NE 44th Street.
* Staff is investigating the potential cost of undergrounding power,
telephone and cable TV wires along Park Ave. N. and N. 30th St., in mod
response to citizen interest.
* Work is completed on the repainting of the Wells and Williams
Avenues bridges across the Cedar River.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11 th Pl., Renton, 98056, said that at last week's
Citizen Comment: Evans - meeting of the Highlands Community Association, City staff presented
Swimming Pool Bond Issue information on the upcoming family pool bond issue. He criticized the
proposal as inadequately defined, saying that the City cannot say for certain
which features would be included in the new facility. Noting that Renton
residents already have access to Gene Coulon Park, Kennydale Beach and the
Cedar River for waterplay, he suggested that some of the proposed pool
features would be duplicative of those already available at the natural sites.
He felt that adding a lap pool instead would be more practical, and concluded
that the City seemed to have put this proposal to voters too quickly.
Councilman Parker replied that the City has worked on this issue for two
years, since determining that the Henry Moses Pool was beyond repair and
must be closed. A citizen task force was formed to investigate whether the
pool should be replaced, and if' so, with what type of facility and in which
location. The task force members took tows of other facilities, talked with
experts in the field, and extensively reviewed all the available options. In
addition, the Finance Committee directed that staff commission a random
phone survey of Renton residents to establish their interest in having (and
paying for) a new pool. Nearly 70% of those surveyed said they did want a
new pool, and they were willing to pay $5 to $10 per year for it.
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Mr. Parker emphasized that all the City is doing at this point is asking the
voters to indicate whether or not they want a family pool facility. Only if the
voters approve the bond issue will work begin on the specific design of the
facility.
Mayor Tanner added that it will take approximately $200,000 to achieve a
detailed engineering design for the center. Supposing the bond issue was
rejected, spending this amount of money beforehand would be an inexcusable
waste.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler clarified that the City intends to include as
many of the proposed amenities in the center as possible, depending on the
climate of the construction industry at the time the bids are let as well as how
the final costs pencil out. Councilman Corman added that because the more
features the pool has, the greater its usage will be, the proposal presumes that
user fees will help pay off the center's costs to a greater extent than if fewer
features were offered.
Mr. Corman asked that the public be given notification and the opportunity to
provide input on the center's final design, which Mayor Tanner agreed will be
done.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL DIRECT
THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING
COUNCIL'S SUPPORT FOR THE PASSAGE OF THIS BOND ISSUE.
CARRIED.
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CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
CRT: 98-011, The Lucas Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by The Lucas Childrens'
Childrens' Trust v Renton Trust, owners of property in the 2600 block of Aberdeen Ave. NE, in the
& John Doe Contractor immediate area of the City's East Kennydale Sewer Interceptor project.
Plaintiffs allege trespass by the City's contractor, unauthorized use of
property, and property damages resulting from destruction of native growth
and other vegetation on the site. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance
Services.
Streets: Burnett Ave N Development Services Division requested authorization to extend the
Temporary Closure temporary closure of Burnett Ave. N. between 5th and 6th Sts. until no later
Extension than November 15, to allow for additional ground preparation associated with
the King County/Bryn Mawr sanitary sewer extension project. Refer to
Transportation Committee.
EDNSP: Empowerment Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
Zone Application (Port requested authorization to apply for a federal Empowerment Zone designation,
Quendall Clean-up) which would provide the City with an opportunity to obtain up to $3,000,000
for clean-up of the Port Quendall Terminal site. Council concur. (See page
308 for resolution.)
EDNSP: DNR Grant for Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
Port Quendall Clean-up requested approval to apply for a grant from the State Department of Natural
Resources (DNR) for $1,000,000 to acquire and rehabilitate the Lake
Washington shoreline at the Port Quendall site. Council concur. (See page
308 for resolution.)
Annexation: SE 128th St & Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
144th Ave SE requested a public meeting be set on 10/12/98 to consider a Notice of Intent
petition to annex approximately 21 acres located south of SE 128th St. and
west of 144th Ave. SE. Council concur.
Planning: 1998 Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
Comprehensive Plan recommended approval of the following six rezones as part of the
Amendments (Associated implementation of the 1998 Comprehensive Plan amendments: Pan Abode site
Rezones) (Medium Industrial to Center Office/Residential); Puget Western site (Heavy
Industrial and Commercial Office to Commercial Arterial); Boeing Commercial
Airplane Group site (Heavy Industrial to Commercial Office); O'Connor Plat
site (Residential-10 Dwelling Units per Acre to Residential-Eight Dwelling
Units per Acre); Rainier Ave. site (Residential-Single Family to Commercial
Arterial); and Hardie/Hayes site (Commercial Arterial to Residential-10
Dwelling Units per Acre). Council concur. (See page 309 for ordinances,
including site locations.)
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report recommending that Council
Committee of the Whole authorize the Administration to write a letter to the Suburban Cities
Suburban Cities Association (SCA) recommending that the following issues be included in the
Association: 1999 SCA's 1999 Legislative Agenda: the Endangered Species Act, State and local
Legislative Agenda transportation funding, economic development tools, and criminal justice
mom funding. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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Public Safety Committee Public Safety Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending that
Fire: Fireworks Safety Staff be directed to prepare a letter to the State Legislature outlining concerns
Issues about the latest changes to the Washington Administrative Code which
substantially loosen the local control of how fireworks are sold. MOVED BY
CORMAN, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilman Corman explained that while the fireworks manufacturers' lobby
continues to seek looser standards on the types of fireworks that can be sold
in Washington, many jurisdictions across the state have adopted or considered
total fireworks bans in response to citizen complaints and safety concerns.
Finance Co►nmittee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claims Vouchers #163315 - 163708; two wire transfers in the total amount
of $1,158,700.94; approval of Payroll Vouchers #162407 - 162691; and 512
direct deposits in the total amount of $1,269,828.54. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Development Services: Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report concurring with the staff
Title IV Reorganization recommendation to approve fee changes necessitated by the reorganization of
Fee Changes Title IV, Development Regulations, and associated amendments to other titles
in the City Code. Fees reflect actual City costs of production of the
reorganized Title IV documents. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See later this page for ordinance.)
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3352 A resolution was read relating to community economic development,
EDNSP: Empowerment designating the Port Quendall site as a nominated area for the Metropolitan
Zone Application (Port Seattle Empowerment Zone, approving the empowerment zone framework and
Quendall Clean-up) authorizing the Mayor to submit an application to the United States
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Empowerment
Zone Program on behalf of the City of Renton in partnership with the City of
Seattle and Metropolitan King County. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED
BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
Resolution #3353 A resolution was read authorizing the application for funding assistance for an
EDNSP: DNR Grant for aquatic lands enhancement account project to the Department of Natural
Port Quendall Clean-up Resources. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 10/05/98 for second and final reading:
Development Services: An ordinance was read amending Sections 5-1-2.13 and 5-1-2.E and
Title 1V Reorganization rescinding Section 5-1-2.G of Chapter 1, Fee Schedule, of Title 1V (Finance
Fee Changes and Business Regulations) of City Code relating to the supplements and sale
price of the reorganized Title IV Development Regulations. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 10/05/98.
CARRIED.
September 28 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 309
Rezone: Rainier Ave N An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of one parcel
Site, R-98-046 consisting of 3.4 acres with access from Rainier Ave. N. from Residential
Single Family (RS) to Commercial Arterial (CA); File No. R-98-046.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER
.r THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 10/05/98.
CARRIED.
Rezone: Hardie/Hayes An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of five parcels
Site, R-98-050 consisting of 1.36 acres bounded by the Renton Ave. extension, Hayes Pl. SW,
Rainier Ave. S., SW Victoria St. and Hardie Ave. SW from Commercial
Arterial (CA) to Residential-10 Dwelling Units per Acre (R-10); File No. R-
98-050. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
10/05/98. CARRIED.
Rezone: O'Connor Plat, An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of two parcels
R-98-045 consisting of 2.5 acres and 0.5 acres located at Cedar Ave. S. and SE 172nd St.
from Residential-10 Dwelling Units per Acre (R-10) to Residential-Eight
Dwelling Units per Acre (R-8); File No. R-98-045. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 10/05/98. CARRIED.
Rezone: Pan Abode Site, An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of one parcel
R-98-049 consisting of eight acres located at 4350 Lake Washington Blvd. between N.
44th St., 1-405 and Lake Washington Blvd. N. from Medium Industrial (IM) to
Center Office/Residential (COR); File No. R-98-049. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 10/05/98.
CARRIED.
Rezone: Boeing An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of two parcels
Commercial Airplane consisting of 7.41 acres and 5.24 acres located at N. 8th St., Park Ave. N. and
Group, R-98-041 Garden Ave. N. from Heavy Industrial (IH) to Commercial Office (CO); File
No. R-98-041. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 10/05/98. CARRIED.
Rezone: Puget Western An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of one parcel
Site, R-98-033 consisting of 20 acres located south of Grady Way, east of Talbot Rd. S. and
north and west of 1-405 from Heavy Industrial (IH) and Commercial Office
(CO) to Commercial Arterial (CA); File No. R-98-033. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 10/05/98.
CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Noting that municipal-owned power utilities such as Seattle City Light enjoy
Finance: Municipal certain financial advantages which negatively affect customers of private
Electric Power Charges electric companies, Council President Edwards suggested that the City send a
letter to its Congessional delegation on this issue. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE
FINANCE COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Councilman Corman explained that on September 14th, Council referred
Highlands Residents - correspondence it had received from numerous residents on Vashon Pl. NE
Safety Concerns at and NE 8th St, requesting more signage and police patrols in their area to help
Vashon/NE 8th address safety concerns related to parking problems and speeding traffic.
Although this letter was referred to the Public Safety Committee, staff has
suggested that it would more appropriately be addressed in the Transportation
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Committee. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL REFER THIS CORRESPONDENCE FROM THE PUBLIC
_
SAFETY COMMITTEE TO THE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE.
CARRIED. U-
AUDIENCE
COMMENT Ralph Evans, 3306 NE I I th Pl., Renton, 98056, inquired whether the City
Citizen Comment: Evans - imposes a time limit for the removal of political campaign signs after an
Campaign Signs election has taken place. City Clerk Marilyn Petersen responded that
candidates advancing from the primary to the general election may leave their
signs up during the period between elections, but all signs must be removed
by 10 days following the general election.
Citizen Comment: Baker - Wendy Baker, 763 Vashon Pl. NE< 98056, inquired whether the Transportation
Highlands Residents Committee will consider the request from residents for additional street
Safety Concerns at lighting. Councilman Corman assured her it will.
Vashon/NE 8th
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:27 p.m.
MARILYNU. PttERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
9/28/98
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 28, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 10/05 Executive Session (Property Acquisition)
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
**Council
Conference
Room**
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 10/05 1999-2000 Budget (briefing only)
(Parker) 5:30 p.m.
V PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 10/05 Fire Department Briefing on
(Corman) 6:00 p.m. Accountability and RIT Teams
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 9/29 SW Harris P1. Street Vacation;
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. Burnett Ave. Temporary Closure (Time
Extension)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
October 5, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m. ""r
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 28, 1998
4. PROCLAMATION: Outstanding Achievement of Renton School District Fourth Graders
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Transportation Systems Division forwards three proposals for Regional Express (RTA) bus routing to mod
and through Renton. Refer to Transportation Committee.
b. Transportation Division submits CAG-98-095, Houser Way Bridge Scour Remediation project; and
recommends approval of the project, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained
amount of$1,988.85 to Kohl Excavating, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained.
Council concur.
c. Transportation Division recommends approval of an agreement in the amount of$54,056 with
Burlington Northern and Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway for replacement of the railway crossing material at
Main Ave. S., as requested by the City. Refer to Transportation Committee.
d. Utility Systems Division submits request from Coal Creek Partners, LLC, for reimbursement in the
amount of$7,209.53 for water main oversizing along Duvall Ave. NE near NE 8th St.,provided to
comply with the City's Comprehensive Water System Plan. Refer to Utilities Committee.
e. Utility Systems Division recommends approval of the latest update to the City's Comprehensive Water
System Plan. Refer to Utilities Committee.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Transportation Committee: SW Harris Pl. Street Vacation; Burnett Ave. Temporary Closure*
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Nr/
Resolutions:
a. Burnett Ave. N. time extension of temporary closure (see 9.a.)
b. Supporting passage of the family aquatic center bond issue on November 3
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS (continued from previous page)
Ordinance for first reading: Amending City Code re: pawn shop hours of operation (Council approved via
Public Safety Committee report on 9/21/98)
Ordinances for second and final readin4: -
a. Approving fee changes as part of the Title IV (Development Regulations) reorganization
(1st reading 9/28/98)
b. Rainier Ave. N. site rezone from RS to CA; west of Rainier Ave. & north of NW 5th St.
(1st reading 9/28/98)
c. Hardie/Hayes site rezone from CA to R-10; area bounded by Renton Ave. extension, Hayes Pl., SW
Rainier Ave. S., SW Victoria St., &Hardie Ave. SW (1st reading 9/28/98)
d. O'Conner Plat site rezone from R-10 to R-8; Cedar Ave. S. & SE 172nd St. (1st reading 9/28/98)
e. Pan Abode site rezone from IM to COR; 4350 Lake Washington Blvd. (1st reading 9/28/98)
f. Boeing Commercial Airplane Group site from IH to CO; N. 8th St., Park Ave. N. & Garden Ave. N.
(1st reading 9/28/98)
g. Puget Western site from IH & CO to CA; south of Grady Way, east of Talbot Rd. S. & northwest of
1-405 (1st reading 9/28/98)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM
6:30 p.m.
Executive Session(Property Acquisition)
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CITY COUNCIL
October 5, 1998 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
FINANCE COMMITTEE ..r
Request for reinstatement of funding ($4,000) for King County Sexual Assault Resource Center
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Regional Express (RTA) bus routing proposals to and through Renton
Agreement with Burlington Northern for railway crossing materials on Main Ave. S.
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Request from Coal Creek Partners for reimbursement of water main oversizing on Duvall Ave. NE
Sewer connection request from Win. Langlois, 10403 - 126th Ave. SE
PUBLIC MEETING
10/26/98 — SE 128th St. Annexation (Notice of Intent Petition) '"W
RENTON CITY COUNCIL 515
Regular Meeting
October 5, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; ; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; DAN
COUNCILMEMBERS CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY CORMAN;
TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; SUSAN CARLSON, Economic Development, Neighborhoods
& Strategic Planning Administrator; BETTY NOKES,Economic Development
Director; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; JULIA MEDZEGIAN, Council
Liaison; COMMANDER KATHLEEN MCCLINCY,Police Department.
PRESS Denis Law,Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 28, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring October 5, 1998,to be
Renton Elementary Schools "Renton Elementary Schools Appreciation Day"and urging all citizens to
Appreciation Day celebrate the success of our schools and find ways to support and continue
improving education in our community. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
■,.. PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
Nancy Davis and Mrs. Burcham,principal and teacher of Sierra Heights
Elementary School, accepted the proclamation on behalf of their fourth-grade
students, some of whom were present and introduced.
Mayor Tanner extended a special congratulations to the students for high scores
on the Washington Assessment of Student Learning tests,noting that Sierra
Heights students ranked among the top schools in the Puget Sound area. In
comparison, the math scores of the students were nearly double the state
average, and they achieved 60%over the state average in reading and almost
50% over the state average in writing.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• Mayor Tanner was appointed to the Regional Water Quality Committee
and the Suburban Cities Association's Regional Water Quality Committee
Caucus.
* The sidewalks and street trees on both sides of Whitworth Ave. S.between
S. Second and Third Streets will be replaced this week, as the current
sidewalks were heavily damaged from tree roots.
• The Cedar River Trail has re-opened for pedestrian-only access. Park and
trail hours have been temporarily adjusted to daylight hours only.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. Council President Edwards noted that item 7.e. is being held and will
October 5, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 316
be presented to Council at a later date.
Transportation: RTA Bus Transportation Systems Division forwarded three proposals for Regional
Routing Proposals Express (RTA)bus routing to and through Renton. Refer to Transportation
Committee.
Transportation: Houser Way Transportation Division submitted CAG-98-095,Houser Way Bridge Scour
Bridge Scour Remediation, Remediation project; and recommended approval of the project,
Kohl Excavating, CAG-98-095 commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$1,988.85 to Kohl Excavating, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are
obtained. Council concur.
Transportation: Burlington Transportation Division recommended approval of an agreement in the amount
Northern Railway Crossing, of$54,056 with Burlington Northern and Santa Fe(BNSF)Railway for
Main Ave S replacement of the railway crossing material at Main Ave. S., as requested by
the City. Refer to Transportation Committee.
Public Works: Water Main Utility Systems Division submitted request from Coal Creek Partners, LLC, for
Oversizing,Duvall Ave NE reimbursement in the amount of$7,209.53 for water main oversizing along
(Coal Creek Partners) Duvall Ave.NE near NE 8th St.,provided to comply with the City's
Comprehensive Water System Plan. Refer to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM
7.e. AS NOTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from William Langlois, 10403 - 126th Ave. SE,
Citizen Comment: Langlois, Renton,requesting connection to the City's sewer system due to the recent
Sewer System Connection failure of his septic tank system. Mr. Langlois also cited financial hardship and
Request requested approval of a payment reimbursement schedule which would allow
him to connect to the sewer at this time while deferring some of the costs to a
later date. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, mod
COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
Citizen Comment:Lake Correspondence was read from Roger Haynes,president, Lake Terrace
Terrace Homeowners' Homeowners' Association,Lake Washington Blvd.N.,Renton, 98056,
Association,Impending Sale requesting the City's assistance regarding the impending sale of the Lake
of Property Terrace Mobile Home Park property at 2100 Lake Washington Blvd.N.
Related correspondence from Mayor Tanner to Washington State Senator
Margarita Prentice was also read, explaining that the City has received an
application to redevelop this site with a 182-unit multi-family project. Lake
Terrace Park residents were given a one-year eviction notice on August 15,
1998. The letter added that the City cannot, without just cause, alter the
timeframes for the land use process as specified in its development regulations.
The owner has the right to apply for the redevelopment of the site, and Renton
must adhere to adopted regulations in processing the application.
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, City Attorney Lawrence J.
Warren agreed that Council's ability to construct a remedy for the affected
residents is greatly constrained because, as the appointed appeals body for land
use actions of this type, the Council has the potential to hear this issue formally
in the future. For this reason, Council must guard against prejudging or
prehearing this or any other land use development application.
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Saying that the development application must be handled according to the
legally mandated process, Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler was nevertheless interested in
exploring how the City or other agencies can help Lake Terrace residents find
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an alternate location or locations for their homes. She announced that she has
contacted Jerry Hardibeck,coordinator of the Christmas in April program,to
solicit his assistance in this matter.
y� Councilman Corman supported having staff look into whether the City can help
Lake Terrace residents relocate. He emphasized his concern about the eviction
deadline.
Mayor Tanner noted that the developer has already appointed a relocation
assistance specialist to help residents find either another location for their
mobile homes, or alternate housing.
Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler suggested that the City consider the Renton Housing
Authority as a further resource. Her preference was that Lake Terrace residents
relocate within the City of Renton. Councilman Clawson suggested that it
might be appropriate for a City staff member to attend this week's meeting of
the Lake Terrace Homeowners' Association.
OLD BUSINESS Transportation Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report regarding the SW
Transportation Committee Harris Place street vacation. The Committee recommended that Council waive
Vacation: SW Harris Pl, VAC- the 50% of fair market value formula for Walgreen's purchase of the vacated
97-002 right-of-way property(SW Harris Place). Council approved this street vacation
in October, 1997, contingent upon four conditions. These conditions still apply
and will be completed before the final property transaction. The benefits to the
City of having Walgreen's develop this site include: redevelopment of a key
gateway entrance to the community that anchors downtown revitalization
efforts; environmental remediation of a contaminated site;job creation; and
additional sales tax revenues. Walgreen's shall be responsible for the financial
r... costs associated with the cleanup of this site. MOVED BY SCHLITZER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Responding to Council President Edwards, Committee Chair Schlitzer clarified
that the known contamination is adjacent to the City-owned property to be
vacated. Mr. Schlitzer added that another(less attractive and less viable)
option would be for the City to try to force the former property owner, via
litigation, to perform the required cleanup.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Streets:Burnett Ave N Temporary Transportation Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
Closure,Time Extension that Council concur with the extension of the closure of Burnett Ave.N.
between N. 5th St. and N. 6th St. due to unforeseen construction difficulties.
The Committee further recommended that the resolution authorizing the subject
street closure until December 1, 1998 be presented for reading and adoption.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See later this page
for resolution.)
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3354 A resolution was read authorizing the extended temporary closure of Burnett
..� Streets: Burnett Ave N Ave.N. between N. 5th St. and N. 6th St. for utility replacement and road
Temporary Closure,Time restoration. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
Extension COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
October 5, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 318
Resolution#3355 A resolution was read expressing support for the submission by King County of
Parks: Family Aquatic Center a levy proposal to the voters on November 3, 1998, to fund a family pool.
Bond Issue, Council Support MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
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The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of October 12, 1998 for second and final reading:
Police: Pawn Shop Hours of An ordinance was read amending Section 6-7-26 of Chapter 17, Pawn Brokers,
Operation of Title VI,Police Regulations, of City Code, by regulating the hours of pawn
shop operation. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 10/12/98. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4741 An ordinance was read amending Sections 5-1-2.13 and 5-1-2.E and rescinding
Development Services: Title Section 5-1-2.G of Chapter 1,Fee Schedule, of Title V(Finance and Business
IV Fee Changes Regulations)of City Code relating to the supplements and sale price of the
reorganized Title IV Development Regulations. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance#4742 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of one parcel
Rezone: Rainier Ave N,R-98- consisting of 3.4 acres with access from Rainier Ave.N. from Residential
046 Single Family(RS) to Commercial Arterial (CA); File No. R-98-046. MOVED
BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
Ordinance#4743 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of five parcels r.r
Rezone: Hardie/Hayes Site,R- consisting of 1.36 acres bounded by the Renton Ave. extension, Hayes Pl. SW,
98-050 Rainier Ave. S., SW Victoria St. and Hardie Ave. SW from Commercial
Arterial (CA)to Residential-10 Dwelling Units per Acre(R-10); File No. R-98-
050. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES.
MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance#4744 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of two parcels
Rezone: O'Connor Plat,R-98- consisting of 2.5 acres and 0.5 acres located at Cedar Ave. S. and SE 172nd St.
045 from Residential-10 Dwelling Units per Acre (R-10) to Residential-Eight
Dwelling Units per Acre (R-8); File No. R-98-045. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance#4745 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of one parcel
Rezone: Pan Abode Site, R- consisting of eight acres located at 4350 Lake Washington Blvd. between N.
98-049 44th St., I-405 and Lake Washington Blvd.N. from Medium Industrial (IM)to
Center Office/Residential (COR); File No. R-98-049. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
Ordinance#4746 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of two parcels
Rezone: Boeing Commercial consisting of 7.41 acres and 5.24 acres located at N. 8th St., Park Ave.N. and
Airplane Group Site,R-98-041 Garden Ave.N. from Heavy Industrial (IH) to Commercial Office(CO); File .mw
No. R-98-041. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL:
ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
October 5, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 319
Ordinance#4747 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of one parcel
Rezone: Puget Western Site, consisting of 20 acres located south of Grady Way, east of Talbot Rd. S. and
R-98-033 north and west of I-405 from Heavy Industrial (IH) and Commercial Office
(CO)to Commercial Arterial (CA); File No. R-98-033. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Councilman Clawson noted that the King County Sexual Assault Resource
Human Services: King County Center is seeking a restoration of funding previously received from the City of
Sexual Assault Resource Renton. The agency's 1997 allocation from the City was reduced by$4,000 in
Center, City Funding 1998. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE TO
DETERMINE IF $4,000 IS AVAILABLE TO RESTORE THE CUT IN
FUNDING THAT WAS MADE TO THE KCSARC IN 1998. CARRIED.
Executive: City Hall Open Mayor Tanner cordially invited all interested persons to attend tomorrow's
House Renton City Hall Open House from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., which will include tours,
refreshments and an official ribbon-cutting ceremony.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:17 p.m.
AV jclil C
MARILYNCY P9VRSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
October 5, 1998
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Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 5, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA .�►
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 10/12 Highlands Neighborhood Center;
(Edwards) 6:00 p.m. Third Quarter Financial Report;
City Hall Remodel, Phase 11;
Executive Session (property transaction)
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 10/12 Vouchers
(Parker) 5:45 p.m.
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT THURS., 10/08 Subdivision Amendments;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Multi-family Moratorium;
Campen Property Rezone
t.r
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 10/06 180th St. Grade Separation Project
(Schlitzer) 3:00 p.m. (information only);
Vashon PUKE 8th St Safety Concerns;
Regional Express (RTA) Bus Routing;
Burlington Northern Railway Agreement
for Main Ave. S. Project
UTILITIES THURS., 10/08 Reimbursement for Water Main
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. Oversizing on Duvall Ave. NE
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room '
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA 1
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
October 12, 1998
,�. Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF OCTOBER 5, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Businesses Committed to Kids Award
5. PUBLIC MEETING: 10%Notice of Intent to Annex Petition; approximately 21 acres south of SE 128th
St. and east of 138th Ave. SE (Duvall Ave. NE) on the East Renton plateau
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk submits appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision denying the appeal of an administrative
determination prohibiting the use of"tri-vision"billboard signs; appeal filed on 9/24/98 by Paul R.
Taylor, representing AK Media/NW. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
Consideration of the appeal by the Council shall be based solely on the record, the Hearing
Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional written submissions by parties allowed
by Code (RMC 4-8-16.C.).
b. Community Services Department recommends that the Downtown Plaza and Gateway parcels located
north and south of Logan Ave. S. and west of S. Third St. in the downtown, be officially designated as
City parks. Refer to Community Services Committee.
c. Economic Development,Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department requests a public meeting
be set on 10/26/98 to consider a Notice of Intent petition to annex approximately 12 acres located east
of Hoquiam Ave. NE (142nd Ave. SE)between SE 113th and 116th Streets. Council concur.
d. Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommends acceptance
of amendments to the Urban Growth Boundary and Countywide Planning Policies as proposed by the
Growth Management Planning Council. The amendments pertain to the Cougar Mountain Regional
Wildland Park. Council concur.
e. Finance and Information Services Department recommends approval of contract in the amount of
$121,536 with KRONOS, Inc. for software to provide timekeeping information and distribution.
Refer to Finance Committee.
f. Human Resources & Risk Management Department recommends the reclassification of 12 positions,
as follows: CIP Manager, grade MR-26 to grade 28; Golf Course Operations Specialist, grade 7 to
grade 8; Office Assistant III, grade 5, to Data Base Systems Technician, grade 7; Principal Human
Resources Analyst, grade MU-23, to Human Resources Manager, grade 30; City Clerk, grade MR-26,
to City Clerk/Cable Manager, grade 30; Deputy City Clerk, grade EH-15 to grade MZ-17; Records
Management Specialist, grade 7, to Records Management Coordinator, grade 11; Court Clerk, grade 7,
to Judicial Specialist, grade 8; Lead Court Clerk, grade 10, to Lead Judicial Specialist, grade 11;
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
Vehicle & Equipment Supervisor, grade 1\,IR-26, to Flect Manager, grade 30; Utility Locator/Inspector,
grade 12 to grade 14; and Court Services Director, grade MR-26 to grade 30. Total 1998 cost:
$18,671. Refer to Finance Committee.
g. Transportation Systems Division requests authorization to proceed with design of walkways along
Park Ave. N. and N. 30th St. in accordance with Alternatives`B" and"C"that were presented at a
public open house on September 15th. Refer to Transportation Committee.
h. Utility Systems Division recommends a temporary closure of NE 24th St. between Aberdeen and mod
Blaine Avenues NE; the intersection of Aberdeen Ave. NE and NE 24th St., and Aberdeen Ave. NE
between NE 24th and 20th Streets from October 13th to November 9th to allow construction of the
East Kennydale Sewer Interceptor. Council concur. (See agenda item 10. for resolution.)
9. CORRESPONDENCE
Petition submitted by Ken and Helga Karinen, 2705 NE 6th P1., Renton, 98056, containing 24 signatures,
requesting that the City install four-way stop signs at the intersection of NE 6th Pl. and Ferndale Ave. NE.
10. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Finance Committee: Vouchers
b. Transportation Committee: Vashon PUKE 8th St. safety concerns; Regional Express (RTA) bus
routing; Burlington Northern agreement for railway crossing on Main Ave. S.
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Authorizing the temporary closure of Aberdeen Ave NE and NE 24th St. (see 81.)
Ordinance for first readiniz:
Amending City Code to expand Areas A and B of the Automall Improvement District, and changing
allowed uses (Council approved on 7/27/98 and 8/24/98)
Ordinance for second and final readiniz:
Amending City Code re: pawn shop hours of operation (1st reading 10/05/98)
12. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
* 6:00 p.m.
1. Highlands Neighborhood Center
2. Third Quarter Financial Report
3. City Hall Remodel, Phase II
4. Executive Session (property transaction)
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
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Referrals
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ADMINISTRATION
Traffic improvements for Vashon P1. NE/NE 8th St. and Bremerton Ave. NE
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Proposal to officially designate the Downtown Plaza& Gateway parcels as City parks
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Contract w/KRONOS, Inc. for timekeeping software
Proposed reclassification of twelve positions
Bonneville Power Administration proposed reallocation of federal power benefits
PLANNING COMMISSION
First of two required public hearings on zoning for the East Renton plateau annexation
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Appeal of AK Media/NW re: prohibited use of"tri-vision"billboards
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Design of walkways along Park Ave. N. and N. 30th St.
..�. Petition requesting a four-way stop sign at NE 6th Pl./Ferndale Ave. NE (Karinen et al.)
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Expanding Automall areas A and B and changing allowed uses (1st reading 10/12/98)
—. PUBLIC MEETING
10/26/98 — Hoquiam Ave. NE Annexation (Notice of Intent Petition)
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Regular Meeting
October 12, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; ;KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; DAN
COUNCILMEMBERS CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY CORMAN;
TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE DAVID DEAN,Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN,City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
SUSAN CARLSON, Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic
Planning Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN,Director of
Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning; OWEN DENNISON, Associate Planner;
TROY SCHLEPP,Planning Intern; DEREK TODD,Finance Analyst;
COMMANDER CURTIS SMALLING, Police Department.
PRESS Elizabeth Parker,Renton Reporter
Claire Booth,South County Journal
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 5, 1998, AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
PUBLIC MEETING The proper notices having been posted and published in accordance with local
Annexation:East Renton Plateau, ordinances and State law,Mayor Tanner opened the public meeting to consider
SE 128th St the 10%Notice of Intent to Annex Petition for approximately 21 acres located
south of SE 128th St. and east of 138th Ave. SE (Duvall Ave.NE) in the East
Renton plateau area.
Owen Dennison,Associate Planner, stated that the area proposed for
annexation is generally vacant,with Comprehensive Plan designations of
Residential Options(RO)and Residential Single Family(RS). Typical
implementing zoning would be R-10 and R-8, respectively. With the exception
of the water utility,responding departments and divisions of the City have
agreed that the annexation would present a logical expansion of City services.
Mr.Dennison explained that this area's current service from Water District 90
would continue if the annexation is approved.
Continuing,Mr.Dennison said staff recommends that the annexation area be
expanded by an additional 172 acres of generally vacant or lightly developed
properties located north and south of SE 128th St. east to 152nd Ave. SE (if
extended). Over 60%of the property owners in the proposed expansion area
have already expressed interest in annexing to Renton. The boundaries of the
expanded annexation proposal are consistent with both City policies and
Boundary Review Board objectives. The Comprehensive Plan designations of
the expansion area are Convenience Commercial,Residential Rural and
Residential Single Family.
Mr. Dennison noted that a significant portion of the proposed expanded
annexation area is within the Issaquah School District,which charges impact
fees of about$6,000 for each new single family unit developed. Because
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Renton does not have an ordinance authorizing such impact fees, the School
District would likely raise the issue during the annexation process.
Also, the area has existing surface water problems which King County is
attempting to address with several ongoing projects downstream of the
proposed annexation. Concluding, Mr. Dennison stated that if Council accepts
the Notice of Intent to Annex, a full fiscal analysis will be prepared for the
public hearing on the 60%petition.
The Administration recommends that Council: authorize circulation of the
60%Petition to Annex for the expanded area; require the adoption of City
zoning on the property consistent with Renton's Comprehensive Plan; require
that the property owners assume a proportional share of Renton's bonded
indebtedness; and refer the first of two required public hearings on the zoning
to the Planning Commission.
Audience comment was invited.
Larry Smith, 1420 Fifth Ave., Seattle, WA, 98101, representing Syntax Homes
and Ribera-Balko Enterprises, supported the annexation as proposed and asked
that Council expand the annexation area as described by Mr. Dennison.
Roger Paulsen, 15657 SE 139th Pl., Renton, 98059, stated that many residents
of this area understand that it has been designated as urban and will eventually
be developed to urban densities. Noting that the area is largely single family
residential, which most property owners want to preserve, he felt that Renton's
Comprehensive Plan and proposed zoning for this area was much more
desirable than King County's. He appreciated that Renton refuses to provide
sewers for development outside of its boundaries unless doing so supports its
Comprehensive Plan.
Mike Snow, 14114 SE 132nd St.,Renton, said that virtue can be defined as the
need to balance the rights of the individual vs. the needs of the community.
Emphasizing that he is not opposed to the annexation because he understands
that growth will occur,he urged the City to scrutinize the area's existing uses
before deciding which new uses would be appropriate and will be allowed.
Responding to Councilman Corman,Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic
Planning Mike Kattermann confirmed that the only zoning category correlated
with the Residential Options (RO) land use designation is R-10. Changing this
zoning, then, would require amending the Comprehensive Plan.
Correspondence was read from Norm Green, Ray Griffin and Byron
Murgatroyd, Commissions of King County Water District 90, 15606 SE 128th
St., Renton, 98059,requesting that the City not take further action on this
proposal—or any other existing or future annexation proposals for this
area—until issues related to the appropriate provider of sewers are resolved by
King County, and Renton and the Water District have reached agreement on the
relevant service boundaries.
Mayor Tanner said Renton has asked King County to declare both this area and
other areas cast of the City as Renton sewer service areas. Regardless of the
County's decision on this request, however, Renton could still annex this area,
even if it were pronounced to be Water District 90's sewer service area. Mayor
Tanner added that Water District 90 does not currently offer any sewer
services, which Renton does.
Councilman Corman rhetorically questioned why the Issaquah School District
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cannot assume responsibility for collecting any development impact fees which
it has chosen to impose. He felt that Renton should not be made accountable
for fees required by the School District.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
ACCEPT THE 10%NOTICE OF INTENT TO ANNEX; AUTHORIZE ..r
CIRCULATION OF THE 60%PETITION TO ANNEX FOR THE
EXPANDED AREA; REQUIRE THE ADOPTION OF CITY ZONING ON
THE PROPERTY CONSISTENT WITH RENTON'S COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN; REQUIRE THAT THE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSUME A
PROPORTIONAL SHARE OF RENTON'S BONDED INDEBTEDNESS;
AND REFER THE FIRST OF TWO REQUIRED PUBLIC HEARINGS ON
THE ZONING TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION.*
Councilman Corman asked how deep the Residential Options designation is
drawn along SE 128th St. (NE 4th St., extended; also informally known as
Cemetery Road). Mr. Kattermann illustrated this area on the map,explaining
that Renton considers the most appropriate implementing zone for this
designation to be single family. Current King County zoning in this area is R-
18, R-12, R-8 and Community Business.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Mr. Kattermann noted that the hearing before the Planning Commission on this
subject will be held at 7:00 p.m. on November 18th.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included: wood
• Students of the Information Services Program at Renton Technical College
created a database program for the City's Human Services Housing Repair
Assistance Program to track client demographics, services, and
expenditures.
• Renton's Senior Activity Center team won the overall team championship
trophy at the recent Second Annual Senior Challenge, in which 11 senior
centers from throughout south King County participated.
• Gateway Pointe Apartments at 1455 S. Puget Drive is the first apartment
complex to successfully pass all three phases of Renton's Crime Resistant
Multi-Housing Program.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Eleanor Saunders, 2100 Lake Washington Blvd. N., Space 33, Renton, 98056,
Citizen Continent: Lake Terrace said forcing residents of Lake Terrace Mobile Home Park to move due to the
Homeowners' Association, proposed development of this site would disrupt and disturb their entire lives,
Impending Sale of Property, because they have established themselves here as far as their employment,
Saunders travel distance to work, school and church attendance, doctors and friends. She
added that many of the residents are ethnic minorities, low-income, senior,
disabled, and/or single women, and moving would create a fantastic financial
burden that none of them can meet. She concluded that currently, none of the
residents would be able to resettle in the Renton area because no other mobile
home park is available to them.
Citizen Comment: Lake Ishbel Dickens, 1021 NE 70th St., Seattle, WA, explained that she works with ori
Terrace Homeowners' mobile home residents who are faced with having to move, and she has seen
Association,Impending Sale many of them suffer because of development. She accused the City of rushing
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of Property to approve the proposed development of this property, which would lead to the
loss of 92 affordable homes. Referring to policies contained in the Housing
Element of Renton's Comprehensive Plan, she said the proposed development
is contradictory to many of them. Adding that the City of Seattle successfully
required a developer to significantly assist in the relocation of displaced mobile
home park residents, she suggested that Renton require this as well.
Responding to Councilman Corman, Ms. Dickens said the mobile home park
residents have joined together to exercise their right of first refusal to the
proposed sale of the property. They hope to be able to purchase the land
themselves and continue living on it.
Citizen Comment: Lake Bill Barlow, 2100 Lake Washington Blvd.N., Space 91, Renton, 98056, called
Terrace Homeowners' on the City to ensure responsible development of the Lake Washington Blvd.
Association, Impending Sale corridor. Noting that Renton has policies relating to the preservation of low-
of Property and moderate-income housing, he said that the City should,therefore,be
concerned about the potential loss of the mobile home units. He encouraged
requirement of strict conformance with height limits,parking requirements, etc.
and said that the steep slopes on this property should not be excavated and
subsequently refilled. Mr. Barlow asked that the proposed development of this
property be considered in relation to that of Port Quendall and other pending
developments along Lake Washington Blvd., especially with respect to the
cumulative traffic and environmental impacts on this area.
Councilman Corman inquired if any variances have been requested or granted
for this project. Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg
Zimmerman replied that although no application has yet been forwarded to his
office,he understands that it is the intention of the developer to apply for a
r..� variance to the City's parking and loading ordinance. Mayor Tanner wanted to
know if the property has been officially transferred to Trammell Crow, the
developer.
Citizen Comment: Lake Roger Haynes, 2100 Lk. Wash. Blvd.N., Space 62, Renton, 98056, said
Terrace Homeowners' because many manufactured home parks will not accept older mobile homes, it
Association, Impending Sale appears to him that he will end up losing his home and paying to have it
of Property destroyed.
Mayor Tanner offered to have staff check with the King County Records office
to see if the property transaction has taken place. Councilman Clawson
recommended that Lake Terrace Park residents consult with an attorney on this
matter to ensure they are doing everything possible to purchase the property.
Citizen Comment: Lake Sondra Kraft, 2100 Lake Washington Blvd.N., Space 68, Renton, 98056, said
Terrace Homeowners' residents of Lake Terrace Park have endured many sleepless nights since
Association, Impending Sale receiving their one-year eviction notices in August. She wondered how the
of Property City could process permits for a proposed development on property that has not
yet transferred ownership. Ms. Kraft described the travails of a former Lake
Terrace Park resident,who decided to move after receiving the eviction notice
but has since encountered numerous crises and financial difficulties related to
her move. She concluded by asking the City to help residents buy this
property.
Mayor Tanner clarified that the City issues permits only to owners of record.
r... Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler cautioned against over-reliance on
statements and policies contained in the Comprehensive Plan, explaining that
although the City worked long and hard on this document, State law holds that
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whenever a jurisdiction's Comprehensive Plan and its "Zoning Code conflict,
the latter overrules the former.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appeal: AK Media/NW, Tri- City Clerk submitted appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision denying the
Vision Billboards, AAD-98- appeal of an administrative determination prohibiting the use of"tri-vision"
102 billboard signs; appeal filed on 9/24/98 by Paul R.Taylor,representing AK
Media/NW. Refer to Planning& Development Committee.
Parks: Downtown Plaza and Community Services Department recommended that the Downtown Plaza and
Gateway Parcels, Naming as Gateway parcels located north and south of Logan Ave. S. and west of S. Third
Official City Parks St. in the downtown,be officially designated as City parks. Refer to
Community Services Committee.
Annexation: Hoquiam Ave NE Economic Development,Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
(113th to 116th) requested a public meeting be set on 10/26/98 to consider a Notice of Intent
petition to annex approximately 12 acres located east of Hoquiam Ave. NE
(142nd Ave. SE)between SE 113th and 116th Streets. Council concur.
Planning: Urban Growth Economic Development,Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
Boundary&Countywide recommended acceptance of amendments to the Urban Growth Boundary and
Planning Policies Countywide Planning Policies as proposed by the Growth Management
Amendments for Cougar Mt Planning Council. The amendments pertain to the Cougar Mountain Regional
Park Wildland Park. Council concur.
Finance: Timekeeping Finance and Information Services Department recommended approval of a
Software, KRONOS contract in the amount of$121,536 with KRONOS, Inc. for software to provide
timekeeping information and distribution. Refer to Finance Committee.
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HR&RM: Reclassifications Human Resources&Risk Management Department recommended the
(12 Positions) reclassification of 12 positions, as follows: CIP Manager, grade MR-26 to
grade 28; Golf Course Operations Specialist, grade 7 to grade 8; Office
Assistant III, grade 5, to Data Base Systems Technician, grade 7; Principal
Human Resources Analyst, grade MU-23, to Human Resources Manager, grade
30; City Clerk, grade MR-26, to City Clerk/Cable Manager, grade 30; Deputy
City Clerk, grade EH-15 to grade MZ-17; Records Management Specialist,
grade 7, to Records Management Coordinator, grade 11; Court Clerk, grade 7,
to Judicial Specialist, grade 8; Lead Court Clerk, grade 10, to Lead Judicial
Specialist, grade 11; Vehicle& Equipment Supervisor, grade MR-26,to Fleet
Manager, grade 30; Utililty Locator/Inspector, grade 12 to grade 14; and Court
Services Director, grade MR-26 to grade 30. Total 1998 cost: $18,671. Refer
to Finance Committee.
Transportation: Kennydale Transportation Systems Division requested authorization to proceed with
Sidewalk Design(N 30th & design of walkways along Park Ave.N. and N. 30th St. in accordance with
Park) Alternatives`B"and"C"that were presented at a public open house on
September 15th. Refer to Transportation Committee.
Public Works: East Kennydale Utility Systems Division recommended a temporary closure of NE 24th St.
Sewer Interceptor between Aberdeen and Blaine Avenues NE, the intersection of Aberdeen Ave.
Construction,Temporary NE and NE 24th St., and Aberdeen Ave.NE between NE 24th and 20th Streets
Closure of Aberdeen&NE from October 13th to November 9th to allow construction of the East
24th Kennydale Sewer Interceptor. Council concur. (See page 331 for resolution.) """d
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
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CORRESPONDENCE A petition submitted by Ken and Helga Karinen, 2705 NE 6th Pl.,Renton,
Citizen Comment: Karmen et 98056, and containing 24 signatures,requested that the City install a four-way
al.,Request for 4-Way Stop stop sign at the intersection of NE 6th Pl. and Ferndale Ave. NE. MOVED BY
Signs at NE 6th Pl/Ferndale EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER
Ave NE TO THE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS
Committee of the Whole Council President Edwards presented a report regarding reconstructing the
Parks: Highlands Highlands Neighborhood Center. On August 12, the program wing of the
Neighborhood Center Highlands Neighborhood Center was destroyed by fire, and damage occurred to
Reconstruction the adjoining gymnasium. After initial discussions with the City's insurance
representatives,the City Council, on August 17, 1998, discussed the future of
the Highlands Neighborhood Center. At that meeting, the City Council
committed to the reconstruction of the portion of the building destroyed by fire,
and also agreed to consider modest improvements to the facility during
reconstruction. The Council emphasized that the use of the facility would
remain as a neighborhood recreation center.
The staff has completed an analysis of the Highlands Neighborhood Center
reconstruction, and has presented its findings and recommendation in a
Committee of the Whole presentation on October 12, 1998.
The Committee of the Whole recommended that staff proceed with
reconstruction Option#3, which includes modest expansion and
reconfiguration of the former facility. The Committee further recommended
that a public meeting be held to discuss these plans prior to final approval.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning& Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Committee regarding issues presented in Lila Campen's letter of September 8, 1998. The
Planning: Campen Property Committee recommended that the proposed project be allowed to proceed as a
Rezone on Talbot Hill phased development in the R-14 zone. The Development Services Division
staff has confirmed that this approach is workable, and the property owner and
developer have agreed.
The Committee further recommended that the Comprehensive Plan and zoning
designations for this area be reviewed during the 1999 Comprehensive Plan
annual amendment cycle. The proposed study area includes properties along
the east side of Talbot Road, south of the Institution Center designation to SE
192nd Street.
Phase II of the Campen project will proceed after the Comprehensive Plan and
zone boundary issues are resolved. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning: Subdivision Planning &Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Ordinance Amendments recommending concurrence with the staff recommendation to update the
Subdivision Ordinance as follows:
1. Create an amendment procedure to allow for revisions to an approved
r... preliminary plat prior to approval of the final plat for the subdivision. Minor
amendments would be processed administratively, and major amendments
would be processed by the Hearing Examiner. Major amendments would
include decreasing open space by over 10%, increasing the number of lots,
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reducing the density below allowed minimums,relocating roadway access from
the plat, or phasing the plat development.
2. Revise the definition of pipestem lots to allow for adjacent pipestem lots
with a shared driveway. The pipestem lot definition should also be revised to
clarify that any lot with frontage less than 80%of the minimum allowable
width is a pipestem lot, and that the portion of the pipestem lot which is
narrower than 80% of the allowable width cannot be used for lot area
calculations and measurement of front yard setbacks.
3. Revise submission period for final plats from three years to five years.
4. Revise final plat submittal requirements to allow for submittal of final plat
mylars for review by City staff prior to completion of the improvements for the
preliminary plat. The mylar still could not be recorded until all the required
improvements were completed.
5. Revise lot line adjustment recording requirements to delete the requirement
for legal descriptions for both application submittals and submittals for
recording.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Utility: Water Main concurrence in the staff recommendation to grant the request for
Oversizing Reimbursement, reimbursement of funds not to exceed$7,209.53 to Coal Creek Partners, LLC.
Duvall Ave NE The developer for the Hidden Creek Plat, located at the corner of Duvall Ave.
NE and NE 8th St., was directed to install a 16-inch main along the frontage of
Duvall Ave. NE. This action was to comply with the Comprehensive Water
System Plan. The development would ordinarily be required to install an 8- 'o'
inch main along the same frontage of Duvall Ave. NE. The developer(Coal
Creek Partners, LLC) is requesting reimbursement of the cost difference from a
16-inch main to an 8-inch main. The cost estimate of$7,209.53 provided by
the developer is reasonable. There are sufficient funds in the 421 account
appropriated for water main oversizing to cover this request. MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of
Finance: Vouchers Claims Vouchers#163709-164166 and 2 wire transfers in the total amount of
$6,738,201.89 and approval of Payroll Vouchers#162692-162950 and 512
direct deposits in the total amount of$1,264,388.71. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation Committee Transportation Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
Streets: Vashon PI NE Safety that Council authorize the Administration to direct the immediate
Concerns implementation of the following traffic improvements as outlined in work order
98-3892. The work order outlines adding and relocating stop signs on NE 8th
St. and Bremerton Ave.NE to better control the traffic flow in the area.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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Councilman Schlitzer hoped that the stop signs will resolve the speeding and
other safety problems in this area so that speedbumps will not have to be
further considered.
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ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3356 A resolution was read authorizing the temporary closure of NE 24th St.
Streets: Aberdeen Ave/NE between Aberdeen and Blaine Avenues NE, the intersection of Aberdeen Ave.
24th St Temporary Closure NE and NE 24th'St., and Aberdeen Ave.NE between NE 24th and 20th Streets
for utility construction and road restoration. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of October 12, 1998 for second and final reading:
Zoning: Automall Expansion An ordinance was read amending Section 4-3-040 of Chapter 3, Environmental
(Areas A&B) &Changes to Regulations and Special Districts, of Title IV(Development Regulations) of
Allowed Uses City Code by describing the location,uses, development standards, and
potential waiver of street vacation fees for dealerships located within the Auto
Mall Improvement District. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 10/19/98. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4748 An ordinance was read amending Section 6-7-26 of Chapter 17, Pawn Brokers,
Police: Pawn Shop Hours of of Title VI,Police Regulations, of City Code,by regulating the hours of pawn
Operation shop operation. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL:
ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
Parks: Downtown Piazza COUNCIL RECEIVE AN UPDATE ON THE DOWNTOWN PIAZZA
Project Update PROJECT AT A FUTURE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING.
CARRIED.
Finance: BPA Allocation of Council President Edwards referred to a letter submitted by Nina Odell,
Federal Power Benefits representing Puget Sound Energy, which explained how the Bonneville Power
Administration's current proposal to reallocate federal power benefits would
negatively impact that utility's customers. The cutoff for public comment on
this proposal is October 23rd. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE FINANCE
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Council: Flag Placement Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler asked that the Administration furnish a
Protocol in the Chambers conclusive answer as to the correct placement of the United States and
Washington State flags in the Council Chambers.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 9:08 p.m.
MARILY J TERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
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Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
October 12, 1998
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 12, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 10/19 Transit Center Final Design
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 10/19 Contract for Payroll System;
(Parker) 5:45 p.m. Proposed Reclassifications (12
Positions);
King County Sexual Assault Resource
Center Funding;
Bonneville Power Administration
Allocation of Federal Power Benefits
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT THURS., 10/15 Multi-family Moratorium;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 3:00 p.m. AK Media/NW Appeal (4:00)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Gorman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
r An
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
October 19, 1998
Moxlday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF OCTOBER 12, 1998
4. PROCLAMATIONS:
a. National Arts and Humanities Month— October, 1998
b. YWCA Week Without Violence—October 18-24, 1998
5. APPEAL: AK Media/NW re: "tri-vision"billboards, AAD-98-102
In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-16.D, no public hearing on the appeal shall
be held by the City Council. No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted by the
City Council unless a party can show that the evidence they are presenting could not reasonably have
been available at the hearing before the Examiner. If the Council determines that additional
evidence is required, it may remand the matter to the Examiner for reconsideration.
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk submits petition for vacation of a portion of Oakesdale Ave. SW from SR-405 to SW Grady
Way; petition filed on 9/18/98 by IBID Corporation (VAC-98-003). Refer to Board of Public Works;
set public hearing on November 16, 1998 to take testimony on the proposal. (See l La. for resolution.)
b. Community Services Department recommends approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to CAG-
97-055, contract with Calvin Jordan Associates, to provide design services at a cost of$191,757 for a
parking garage access ramp at the new City Hall. Refer to Community Services Committee.
c. Development Services Division recommends approval of a 15-year renewal of the franchise agreement
with Puget Sound Energy. Refer to Utilities Committee.
d. Legal Department recommends approval of an agreement with the Okanogan County Sheriff's Office
for jail services. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
e. Legal Department recommends purchasing health services for the City's jail inmates from
Occupational Health Services at an annual cost of$102,700. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
f. Municipal Court Division requests permission to allow a maximum of eight applicants for the Renton
Municipal Court Judge position to serve as Pro tem judges for one calendar between November 2 and
... 20, 1998 as part of the evaluation and selection process. Refer to Community Services Committee.
g. Utility Systems Division recommends approval of the latest update to the City's Comprehensive Water
System Plan. Refer to Utilities Committee.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
9. CORRESPONDENCE
10. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Transit Center Final Design; City Hall Remodel Phase II (Equipment)*
b. Finance Committee: Bonneville Power Administration Re-allocation of Federal Power Benefits*;
Contract for Timekeeping System; Reclassifications (12 Positions)
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Setting a hearing date for the Oakesdale Ave. SW street vacation petition (see 8.a.)
b. Objecting to the Bonneville Power Administration's power benefits allocation proposal (see 10.b.)
Ordinances for first reading:
a. Amending the 1998 Budget by $470,000 for equipment expenditures (see 10.a.)
b. Amending the Subdivision Ordinance (approved via Planning & Development Committee report on
10/12/98)
Ordinance for second and final reading:
Amending City Code to expand Areas A and B of the Automall Improvement District, and changing
allowed uses (1"reading 10/12/98)
12. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
Transit Center Final Design
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL
October 19, 1998 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Purchase timekeeping software from KRONOS
Confer with the Union on various issues related to the Court and the City Clerk
Convey the Council's position re: allocation of federal power benefits to the BPA
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Contract with Calvin Jordan Associates for design of parking garage access ramp to City Hall
Temporary Municipal Court Pro tem Judge appointments
PLANNING COMMISSION
Zoning text amendment deleting residential uses from the Commercial Arterial zone
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Agreement with Okanogan County Sheriff's Office for jail services
Agreement with Occupational Health Services for Renton jail inmate health services
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Franchise agreement renewal with Puget Sound Energy
Comprehensive Water System Plan update
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Phase II City Hall Improvements Equipment Expenditures (1st reading 10/19/98)
Subdivision Ordinance amendments (1st reading 10/19/98)
PUBLIC MEETINGS & HEARINGS
10/26/98 — Hoquiam Ave. NE Annexation(Notice of Intent Petition)
11/16/98 — Oakesdale Ave. SW Street Vacation Petition (IBID Corp.)
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
October 19, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; DAN
COUNCILMEMBERS CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY CORMAN;
TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; DEREK
TODD, Finance Analyst; COMMANDER DENNIS GERBER, Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 12, 1998,AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
PROCLAMATIONS A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the month of October,
October, 1998—"National 1998 to be "National Arts and Humanities Month"in the City of Renton, and
Arts& Humanities Month" encouraging residents to participate in and celebrate the cultural riches our
community has to offer. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION
AS READ. CARRIED.
October 18-24—"YWCA A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the week of October 18-
Week Without Violence" 24, 1998, to be "YWCA Week Without Violence" in the City of Renton, and
urging all residents to join in making violence prevention a personal
commitment. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ.
CARRIED.
APPEAL Planning &Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Planning& Development regarding the appeal of A.K. Media/Northwest. The Committee heard this
Committee appeal at its meeting of October 15, 1998. The Committee reviewed the appeal
Development Services: AK filed by the representative for A.K. Media/Northwest, and heard arguments
Media/NW Appeal re: "Tri- from its attorney, Paul Taylor. Having carefully reviewed the Hearing
Vision"Billboards Examiner's decision in light of the briefing material supplied by Mr. Taylor
and his arguments, and realizing that the Committee must find an error in fact
or law, the Committee recommended that the full Council deny the appeal of
A.K. Media/Northwest and affirm the decision of the Hearing Examiner.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Ja;� i Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work now I
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included:
* The City's website has earned a national award from the City-County
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October 5, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 337
Communications and Marketing Associatiori. nton's website took
second place in the nation for all cities in its size"category.
• Alpo's Canine Frisbee Disc Championships will be held at Cedar River
Now Park in 1999.
• As part of a two-year pilot project, the Parks Department will partner with
other local arts agencies and the National Endowment for the Arts to bring
contemporary dance performances to suburban venues.
• A volunteer provided by Boeing's Volunteer Program created an extensive
database system for the City's domestic violence victim court advocate to
track cases as required by the Department of Justice's Local Law
Enforcement division.
Community Services Administrator Jim Shepherd announced that, as part of its
grand opening celebration for its new Renton Highlands store, Bartell Drugs
has donated$1,500 to the City for rebuilding the Highlands Neighborhood
Center.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Vacation: Oakesdale Ave SW City Clerk submitted petition for vacation of a portion of Oakesdale Ave. SW
(I-405 to Grady Way), IBID from SR-405 to SW Grady Way; petition filed on 9/18/98 by IBID Corporation
Corp.,VAC-98-003 (VAC-98-003). Refer to Board of Public Works; set public hearing on
November 16, 1998 to take testimony on the proposal. (See page 340 for
resolution.)
r.. Parks: Contract with Calvin Community Services Department recommended approval of Supplemental
Jordan Associates for Design Agreement No. 1 to CAG-97-055, contract with Calvin Jordan Associates, to
of Parking Garage Access provide design services at a cost of$191,757 for a parking garage access ramp
Ramp to City Hall at the new City Hall. Refer to Community Services Committee.
Development Services: Puget Development Services Division recommended approval of a 15-year renewal of
Sound Energy Franchise the franchise agreement with Puget Sound Energy. Refer to Utilities
Renewal Committee.
Legal: Jail Services Legal Department recommended approval of an agreement with the Okanogan
Agreement with Okanogan County Sheriff's Office for jail services. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
County Sheriff's Office
Legal: Contract with Legal Department recommended purchasing health services for the City's jail
Occupational Health Services inmates from Occupational Health Services at an annual cost of$102,700.
for Jail Inmate Health Services Refer to Public Safety Committee.
Municipal Court: Temporary Municipal Court Division requested permission to allow a maximum of eight
Pro tem Judge Appointments applicants for the Renton Municipal Court Judge position to serve as Pro tem
judges for one calendar between November 2 and 20, 1998 as part of the
evaluation and selection process. Refer to Community Services Committee.
Utility: Comprehensive Water Utility Systems Division recommended approval of the latest update to the
System Plan Update City's Comprehensive Water System Plan. Refer to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report regarding the Downtown Renton
Committee of the Whole Transit Center. The Committee of the Whole has reviewed the concept design
October 5, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 338
Transportation: Downtown of the Downtown Renton Transit Center, including the concept of continuous
Transit Center Final Design covered walkway with incorporated shelters in the cut-thru area. As part of
constructing the continuous covered shelter,a cost-sharing agreement has been
determined where Renton will not pay more than$205,000. This concept will
be further developed in the engineering design phase, and will be brought back
to the Committee of the Whole for further and more detailed review as the
design details are developed. Having reviewed the concept, and the continuous
shelter in the cut-thru, and having been briefed on the cost-sharing, the
Committee of the Whole recommended that the City Council adopt the final
concept for the Downtown Renton Transit Center. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: City Hall Phase II Council President Edwards presented a report regarding phase two funding for
Improvements, Equipment City Hall improvements. The tenant improvements associated with the move to
Expenditures the new City Hall building are nearing completion. The construction contract
for the new jail has been let, and the design phase of the ramp and public access
project is underway. After reviewing the third quarter financial reports and the
current status of all project elements, the Administration feels it is appropriate
to consider including additional resources to complete the"Phase II
Improvements"and to restore an appropriate contingency reserve for the jail
construction.
After reviewing the budget worksheets for Funds 301 and 316, the Committee
of the Whole recommended that:
1. Investment interest of$325,000 on this construction project be allocated as
follows: $141,000 for completion of Phase I, and$184,000 to increase the
contingency reserve for the jail construction. ..r
2. The unallocated$469,000 fund balance be allocated as follows: $159,000
for building and parking garage security improvements; $175,000 for furniture.
and furnishings in the Council Chambers, Court Rooms, conference rooms, and
in other areas of the building; $20,000 for miscellaneous items that may be
needed; $40,000 for project management for the jail construction; and$75,000
to increase the jail contingency(to total $259,000). Further, it is recommended
that the ordinance regarding this matter be presented for first reading. MOVED
BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 340 for ordinance.)
Planning&Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Committee regarding possible exemptions to the moratorium on multi-family development
Planning: Partial Lifting of in various zoning designations. The Committee recommended lifting the
Moratorium on Residential moratorium on multi-family development in the Residential/Multi-Family
Development in Commercial Suburban Center and Residential/Multi-Family Neighborhood Center zoning
Areas designations. The moratorium will be continued in the Center Suburban,
Center Neighborhood and Commercial Arterial zones. The Committee further
recommended that a zoning text amendment deleting residential uses from the
Commercial Arterial zone be referred to the Planning Commission for
processing. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. ..0
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding the Bonneville
Finance: Bonneville Power Power Administration's proposed reallocation of federal power benefits. The
October 5, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 339
Administration Allocation of Committee reviewed a proposal by the Bonneville Power Administration
Federal Power Benefits (BPA)to allocate 6,300 megawatts of post-2001 firm power supplies in a
subscription process: up to 5,500 megawatts to public agencies which are
gum BPA-preferred customers, 1,000 megawatts of firm power and 1,000
megawatts of inferruptible power to direct service industries.
The Committee recommended that Council adopt a resolution objecting to the
proposed allocation and insisting that BPA meet its statutory obligation to
allocate all of the power resources not reserved for BPA-preference customers
to residential and non-firm customers of the Northwest investor-owned utilities.
The Committee further recommended that Council direct the Administration to
convey the Council's position to BPA before its October 23rd public hearing on
this issue. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 340 for
resolution.)
Finance: Timekeeping Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending that the
Software,KRONOS F—meoutive Committee Administration purchase timekeeping software from
KCDA and enter into a contract with KRONOS, Incorporated for Phase I of the
timekeeping system. The cost of the software is$44,479 and the cost of the
contract with KRONOS, Inc. is$47,057. Also included is the cost of a
database server for$30,000. The total cost of the contract is $121,536. An
advisory committee composed of representatives from each City department
reviewed three proposals generated from an RFP issued in February, 1998. The
committee selected KRONOS software to provide timekeeping information and
labor distribution. The timekeeping project will be implemented in two phases.
Phase I provides interpretation of pay rules and allows editing, scheduling and
r reporting on time worked for current pay periods. Phase II includes additional
software and hardware for remote timekeeping entry,bar code time entry and
web entry. In August, the Finance Department presented the Council with a
request to proceed in contract negotiations with two vendors. KRONOS is the
selected vendor for the timekeeping system. The Finance Department will also
bring forward a contract for payroll and human resource software later this
month. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL AMEND
THE COMMITTEE REPORT TO REFLECT THAT THE
ADMINISTRATION WILL PURCHASE THE SOFTWARE. CARRIED.
*MOTION CARRIED TO APPROVE THE COMMITTEE REPORT AS
AMENDED.
HR&RM: Reclassifications Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending concurrence
(12 Positions) in the staff recommendation to approve the reclassifications within the
Community Services Department, Planning/Building/Public Works
Department, Fire Department, Human Resources Department, and Executive
Department. If approved, the following positions will be reclassified from:.
CIP Manager, grade MR-26 to grade 28 (1998 cost of$1,476)
Office Assistant lIl, grade 5, to Data Base Systems Technician, grade 7 ($852)
Principal HR Analyst, grade MU-23, to HR Manager, grade 30 ($1,109)
City Clerk,grade MR-26, to City Clerk/Cable Manager, grade 30 ($1,476)
Deputy City Clerk, grade EH-15 to grade MZ-17 ($1,224)
Records Management Specialist,grade 7,to Records Management Coordinator,
October 5, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 310
grade 11 ($1,674)
Court Clerk, grade 7,to Judicial Specialist, grade 8 ($4,416)
Lead Court Clerk, grade 10, to Lead Judicial Specialist, grade 11 ($948)
Golf Course Operations Specialist, grade 7 to grade 8 ($468). .ow
The above changes are effective July 1, 1998. These reclassifications will have
no change in 1998 department budgets.
The following positions will be reclassified effective January 1, 1998. These
reclassifications will have no change in 1998 department budgets:
Vehicle&Equipment Supervisor, grade MR-26, to Fleet Manager, grade 30
($2,952)
Utility Locator/Inspector, grade 12 to grade 14 ($2,076).
The following position will be reclassified effective November 1, 1998. This
reclassification will have no change in the department's 1998 budget:
Court Services Director, grade MR-26 to grade 30.
The Committee further directs the Administration to meet with the Union and
address various issues related to the Court and the City Clerk. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3357 A resolution was read setting a hearing date on November 16, 1998 for
Vacation: Oakesdale Ave SW vacating a portion of Oakesdale Ave. SW, SR-405 to Grady Way(IBID
(I-405 to Grady Way),IBID Corporation, VAC-98-003). MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
Corp,VAC-98-003 KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3358 A resolution was read objecting to the Bonneville Power Administration's
Council: Federal Power (BPA)current allocation proposal for federal power benefits and requesting
Benefits Allocation, Objection that BPA meet its statutory obligation and allocate all of the power resources
to BPA Proposal not reserved for BPA-preference customers to the residential and small farm
customers of Northwest investor-owned utilities. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of October 26, 1998 for second and final reading:
Finance: City Hall Phase II An ordinance was read appropriating $470,000 from the General Fund's(Fund
Improvements, Equipment 0000)excess balance to be transferred to the Capital Improvement Fund(Fund
Expenditures 316) and increasing the expenditure authority in Fund 316 for the purpose of
purchasing equipment. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 10/26/98. CARRIED.
Development Services: An ordinance was read amending Section 4-36-5 of Chapter 36, Renton
Subdivison Ordinance Regulatory Reform Ordinance. of Title IV(Building Regulations)and Chapter
Changes 12, Subdivision Ordinance, of Title IX(Public Ways and Property) of City `W
Code by amending definitions, creating a procedure for amendments to
approved preliminary plats in the Subdivision Ordinance,revising the
October 5, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 341
definition for pipestem lots,revising the submission period for final plats from
three years to five years,revising final plat submittal requirements to allow for
earlier submittals, and revising lot line adjustment recording requirements to
delete legal descriptions. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
.... SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 10/26/98. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4749 An ordinance was read amending Section 4-3-040 of Chapter 3,Environmental
Zoning: Automall Expansion Regulations and Special Districts, of Title IV(Development Regulations)of
(Areas A&B)&Changes to City Code by describing the location,uses, development standards, and
Allowed Uses potential waiver of street vacation fees for dealerships located within the Auto
Mall Improvement District. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL
CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler commented on the shift in property tax
Finance: Property Tax Burden burden from the commercial to the residential sector,noting that she recently
Issues(Residential received the second property tax increase on her home within one year's time.
Assessments v. Commercial) She requested that Council receive a presentation from the Finance Department
on this subject.
Mayor Tanner agreed that Renton's overall assessed value has remained
constant for some time,despite a hundred or more million dollars' worth of
development that has occurred in the past several years. Residential property
assessments are increasing by an average of three percent. He suggested that
Renton join with other South King County cities to formally protest the
assessment methodology which benefits commercial properties to the detriment
of residential properties.
Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler noted that in evaluating individual parcels affected by
the moratorium on multi-family development in commercial areas, staff
discovered that several of these properties were absent from the tax rolls, and
had been for quite some time.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:10 p.m.
MARILYN . Pq4RSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
October 19, 1998
112 CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 19, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 10/26 Briefing on Referendum 49;
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m. Piazza Development Status
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 10/20 Designation of Downtown Plaza&
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Gateway Parcels as City Parks;
Temporary Judge Pro tem Appointments
MON., 10/26 Temporary Judge Pro tem Appointments
6:00 p.m.
FINANCE MON., 10/26 Vouchers
(Parker) 6:15 p.m.
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT ...rt
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION) TUES., 10/20 Kennydale-area Sidewalks (Open House
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. Results);
Sound Transit Regional Express Bus
Service (information only);
Burlington Northern Railway Agreement
on Main Ave. S. Project
UTILITIES THURS., 10/22 Wm. Langlois Sewer Connection
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. Request;
Comprehensive Water System Plan
Update;
Renewal of Franchise Agreement with "010
Puget Sound Energy
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
October 26, 1998
UWW Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF OCTOBER 19, 1998
4. PUBLIC MEETING:
10%Notice of Intent to Annex Petition for approximately 12 acres located east of Hoquiam Ave. NE
(142nd Ave. SE) between SE 113th and 116th Streets; petitioner Smith
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk submits 1997 Audit Report for the City of Renton as provided by the Washington State
Auditor's Office. Information.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 10/21/98 for CAG-98-132, Logan Ave. S. Improvements; 5 bidders;
engineer's estimate $660,251.82; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the low
bidder, Gary Merlino Construction Co., in the total amount of$594,008.14. Council concur.
c. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department requests a public meeting
be set on November 9, 1998, to consider a Notice of Intent to Annex approximately 3.8 acres east of
132nd Ave. SE (Union Ave. NE); petitioner Davis. Council concur.
d. Executive Department recommends approval of agreement in the amount of$168,000 with the law
firm of Kameron C. Cayce for public defender services for one year. Refer to Finance Committee.
e. Legal Department recommends that the private railroad crossings at the Baxter, Port Quendall and
Barbee Mills sites be transformed into public crossings once the City has exercised its option to
purchase Quendall Terminals and the Administration has received adequate assurances of ultimate
development of these properties. Refer to Transportation Committee.
S. CORRESPONDENCE
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chainnan if
further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: Designation of the Downtown Plaza& Gateway Parcels as City
Parks; Temporary Judge Pro tem appointments
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers
c. Transportation Committee: Kennydale-area Sidewalks (Open House Results); Burlington Northern
Railway Agreement on Main Ave. S. project
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
U4
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Amending the 1998 Budget by $470,000 for equipment expenditures (1st reading 10/19/98)
b. Amending the Subdivision Ordinance (1st reading 10/19/98)
Now
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
wwo
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
1. Downtown Piazza Development Status
2. Briefing on Referendum 49
now
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Referrals
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Renewal of agreement with Kameron Cayce for public defender services
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Agreement with Burlington Northern for replacement of RR crossing material on Main Ave S
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
City Attorney recommendation re: processing appeals of Hearing Examiner decisions
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Proposal to transform private RR crossings at Port Quendall into public crossings
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS
11/09/98 — 132nd Ave SE (Davis) Annexation (Notice of Intent Petition)
11/15/98 — Oakesdale Ave SW street vacation petition(IBID Corp.)
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
October 26, 1998 Council Chambers
..d
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; KATHY KEOLKER-WIIEELER; DAN
COUNCILMEMBERS CLAWSON; KING PARKER; RANDY CORMAN; TONI NELSON.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL EXCUSE
ABSENT COUNCILMAN TIMOTHY SCHLITZER. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; DAVID DEAN, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN
ATTENDANCE PETERSEN, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public
Works Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN,Director of
Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning; SANDRA MEYER, Transportation
Systems Director; ABDOUL GAFOUR, Civil Engineer; TROY SCHLEPP,
Planning Intern; COMMANDER FLOYD ELDRIDGE, Police Department.
PRESS Elizabeth Parker,Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 19, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PUBLIC MEETING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Annexation:Hoquaim Ave NE accordance with local and State laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public meeting
(SE 113th to 116th), Smith to consider the 10%Notice of Intent to Annex petition for approximately 12 Una
acres located east of Hoquiam Ave. NE(142nd Ave. SE)between SE 113th and
116th Streets; petitioner Smith.
Troy Schlepp, Planning Intern, explained that the proposed annexation area is
located across from Hazen High School. Signatures representing about 49% of
the total assessed valuation were included on the 10%Notice of Intent to
Annex petition. The subject area includes three single family homes and one
residential accessory building, while the remaining area is vacant.
King County's current zoning for the properties is R-4. Renton's
Comprehensive Plan designates the properties as Residential-Single Family and
Residential-Rural. Typical zoning would be R-8 and R-5. All City
departments and divisions state that service to the area would represent a
logical extension of their respective functions and systems, with the exception
of the Water Utility, as the properties are served by Water District 90.
Referring to existing water quality, flooding, erosion and habitat problems
within the Honey Creek sub-basin, Mr. Schlepp said as a result, any future
development would be required to install storm water management facilities to
City standards.
Responding to Council President Edwards, Mr. Schlepp confirmed that the
proposed annexation area is well within the urban growth boundary,which is
situated east of 146th Ave. SE.
Audience comment was invited. Correspondence was read from Robert 0.
Russell, 14505 SE 112th Pl.,Renton, 98059, stating that the proposal had his
full opposition as he feared the kind of growth the annexation would bring. He
also felt that the annexation would benefit only the petitioner by providing
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sewer service to the annexed properties.
Charles Dietsch, 3737 Park Ave.N.,Renton, said that as the owner of property
located at Sunset Blvd. and 142nd Ave.NE, he was keenly interested in
whether Renton will provide sewer service to the proposed annexation area,
and if so,whether his property could receive this service as well.
David Allen, 14433 SE 112th PI., Renton, stated that he and most of his
neighbors oppose this proposal. He disliked the incremental annexing of
smaller properties, and did not want to further complicate emergency services
in this area.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC MEETING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL: ACCEPT
THE 10%NOTICE OF INTENT TO ANNEX; AUTHORIZE CIRCULATION
OF THE 60%PETITION TO ANNEX; REQUIRE THE ADOPTION OF CITY
ZONING ON THE PROPERTY CONSISTENT WITH RENTON'S
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; AND REQUIRE THAT THE PROPERTY
OWNERS ASSUME A PROPORTIONAL SHARE OF RENTON'S BONDED
INDEBTEDNESS. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE City Clerk Marilyn Petersen reviewed a written administrative report
REPORT summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work programs
adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted included:
• On October 15th, 28 Renton firefighters honed their skills at a practice burn
in a donated Kennydale house.
• The Seattle City Council approved the Seattle/Renton water franchise
agreement on October 19th. The agreement will be presented to the Renton
City Council for its approval on November 2nd.
• The City Attorney's Office obtained a reversal of the injunction granted by
King County Superior Court to the Lucas Children's Trust Fund, allowing
work on the East Kennydale sewer interceptor to proceed.
• City Transfer is currently removing the Cedar River dredge materials
stockpiled at the Narco site, and expects to complete this job by the end of
the year.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Kim Browne, 1003 N. 28th Pl., Renton, 98056,relayed her objection to
Citizen Comment:Browne—
Labrador Ventures Preliminary Labrador Venture's proposed residential development in the vicinity of Lake
Plat, d Wash Blvd Preliminary
14 Washington Blvd., Burnett Ave. N., and N. 28th Pl. in the Kennydale area. She
was troubled in particular by the proposed site access, which would not allow
for sufficient sight distance, thus creating an unacceptable safety hazard. She
was additionally concerned by the developer's application for a variance to
clear almost 200 lineal feet of quality wildlife habitat along steep slopes.
Saying that the plan must be changed to reflect the ideals of the community as
well as to ensure public safety and the protection of an environmentally-
sensitive area, she said the plat would be deserving of approval only if the
following modifications are made: site access is moved from Burnett Ave. to
�r Lake Washington Blvd. in the vicinity of lots 7 and 8; the zoning for the eastern
4.7 acres is maintained as R-1; and the ravine remains undisturbed and a road is
not built over it, either by use of fill and a culvert or by any other method
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(including a bridge). Ms. Browne submitted a petition containing 119
signatures of Kennydale residents indicating their agreement with these
conditions.
Mayor Tanner noted that the proposal is open for public comment until October mod
29th, after which it will undergo environmental review before proceeding to a
public hearing before the Hearing Examiner.
Citizen Comment: Moore— Michael Moore, 1220 N. 28th Pl., Renton, 98056, spoke against the proposed
Labrador Ventures Preliminary rezone for the eastern property of Labrador Ventures, saying that the area
Plat, Lk Wash Blvd (PP-98- should remain R-1 in accordance with the City's Comprehensive Plan and the
141) desires of the Kennydale community. Noting the site's many physical and
topographical considerations, he said the proposed access road is not, as the
applicant has stated, "desperately needed." Rather, the intersection of Burnett
and N. 28th Pl. is already difficult, given the steep grade of the road and its
curve, which greatly limit driver sight distance. Mr. Moore concluded that the
site is home to many species, including black-tailed deer and pileated
woodpeckers.
Responding to Councilman Corman, Mr. Moore said any development of this
property should be managed by limiting the density that is allowed. He also
suggested that every effort be made to avoid building a culvert over the area's
stream.
Councilman Parker noted that the City made numerous vigorous efforts to I
purchase this property from its previous owner,but was consistently rebuffed. I
Citizen Comment: Shure— Charles Shure, 1201 N. 28th Pl., Renton, 98056, emphasized that the stream
Labrador Ventures Preliminary which exists on this property flows year-round, and in the autumn, salmon ModPlat,Lk Wash Blvd (PP-98- spawn at its mouth. He feared that disturbing the ravine would be detrimental
141) to the area's wildlife and could possibly even destroy its habitat.
In response to Councilman Corman, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator Gregg Zimmerman confirmed that a State Department of
Fisheries hydraulic permit would be required to perform any construction
affecting or involving the stream. He offered to look into whether the
development will need a shoreline permit as well. Responding to an inquiry
from Councilman Parker,Mr. Zimmerman said Renton's waterway setback is
25 feet,which is comparatively slender compared to that of other jurisdictions.
Citizen Comment: Korn— Eric Korn, 1211 N. 28th Pl., Renton, 98056,reported that the Labrador
Labrador Ventures Preliminary Ventures property contains wetlands. Although these are are normally
Plat, Lk Wash Blvd(PP-98- protected by a 50-foot buffer from any development, the use of averaging can
141) reduce actual buffers to as little as 25 feet. He showed pictures taken of the
area,emphasizing that it is not uncommon for local residents to see bald eagles
in the forest.
Mr. Corman commented that Council cannot take action on this project at this
time, since the application must undergo the stipulated process. He suggested
that the developer consider modifying its proposal to address some of the
neighbors' concerns. (See additional information under Correspondence.)
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agen& :ire adopted by one motion which follows the
-r listing. r■ri
City Clerk: 1997 City of City Clerk submitted 1997 Aa. : Report for the City of Renton as provided by
Renton Audit Report the Washington State Auditor's Office. Information.
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Streets: Logan Ave S City Clerk reported bid opening on 10/21/98 for CAG-98-132, Logan Ave. S.
Improvements, Gary Merlino, Improvements; five bids; engineer's estimate $660,251.82; and submitted staff
CAG-98-132 recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, Gary Merlino
.�. Construction Co., in the total amount of$594,008.14. Council concur.
Annexation: 132nd Ave SE Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department
(Union Ave NE),Davis requested a public meeting be set on November 9, 1998 to consider a Notice of
Intent to Annex approximately 3.8 acres east of 132nd Ave. SE(Union Ave.
NE); petitioner Davis. Council concur.
Municipal Court: Public Executive Department recommended approval of an agreement in the amount
Defender Services, Kameron of$168,000 with the law firm of Kameron C. Cayce for public defender
Cayce services for one year. Refer to Finance Committee.
Transportation: Quendall Legal Department recommended that the private railroad crossings at the
Terminals Railroad Crossings Baxter, Port Quendall and Barbee Mills sites be transformed into public
(Private into Public) crossings once the City has exercised its option to purchase Quendall Terminals
and the Administration has received adequate assurances of ultimate
development of these properties. Refer to Transportation Committee.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from James and Sally Scott, 1405 N. 28th St.,
Citizen Comment: Scott— Renton, 98056, stating that the Labrador Ventures property is one of the main
Labrador Ventures Preliminary migratory routes for small and large birds in this area. They feared that
Plat,Lk Wash Blvd(PP-98-141) pollutants from an additional 60 or 70 residences would foul the creek, and that
the neighborhood streets would be subject to an additional 150 to 200 road trips
per day. Mr. and Mrs. Scott concluded that the City has already declared
Kennydale as an area in need of more open space and a neighborhood park.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report regarding the Master Plan and
Committee of the Whole appropriation for the Piazza and Gateway. Since late January, 1998, staff has
Parks: Master Plan and been working with the Downtown Planning Project's Design Review Team
Appropriation for the Piazza (DRT) to develop a Master Plan for the development of the Piazza and
and Gateway Gateway properties in downtown Renton. The DRT has completed its work,
which has culminated in the development of a Master Plan.
In the 1998 budget, the City Council budgeted $1,000,000 for the Downtown
Redevelopment project. In May 1998, the Council appropriated$200,000 of
this amount to complete improvements to the adjacent pavilion building, with
the remaining funds intended to fund the development of the Piazza and
Gateway properties.
The Committee of the Whole recommended adoption of the Master Plan as
presented, with the understanding that should the Seattle Public Utilities
Department not approve the location of the trellis on their property as shown on
the Master Plan, then the"trellis option" shall be incorporated as part of the
adopted Master Plan.
The Committee of the Whole further recommended that staff be authorized to
proceed with detailed drawings, final cost estimates, and construction
documents in anticipation of a late spring construction start.
The Committee of the Whole further recommended that$800,000 be
appropriated to implement the improvements to the Piazza and Gateway as
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depicted in the Master Plan. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. fi
Responding to Council President Edwards,Mayor Tanner said the
Administration plans to improve the exterior look of the pavilion building, in
part by installing three windows to eliminate the black wall and create
symmetry. Detailed plans will be furnished to Council before the work begins.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Public Works: 1998 Water concurrence in the Planning/Building/Public Works Department's
System Plan recommendation to approve the resolution adopting the 1998 Water System
Plan. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of
Finance: Vouchers Claims Vouchers 164167 - 164642 and two wire transfers in the total amount of
$1,900,885.24; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 162955 - 163198 and 515
direct deposits in the total amount of$1,260,291.17. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation Committee Transportation Committee Vice Chair Corman presented a report
Transportation: Burlington recommending that Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
Northern RR Agreement for Burlington Northern Santa Fe Construction&Maintenance Agreement for the
Main Ave S Crossing Material replacement of the railway crossing material at Main Ave. S. MOVED BY
CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
good
Councilman Parker suggested that the City also seek to have the railroad update
the crossing signal at this location in addition to the roadway materials.
Transportation: Neighborhood Transportation Committee Vice Chair Corman presented a report
Walkway Program recommending that Council authorize staff to proceed with incorporating
(Kennydale-area Sidewalks) design concepts for walkways along N. 30th St. (1-405 to Burnett Ave.N.) and
Park Ave.N. (N. 28th to 38th Streets) as presented at the public open house
held at Kennydale Elementary School on September 15, 1998 (with the
exception of widening traffic lanes). The detail layout will be determined
during the design phase. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Council President Edwards expressed strong concern that the final design for
the sidewalks along Park not result in the walkway switching sides from west
to east at some point. He explained that the sidewalks are being constructed for
pedestrian safety,particularly that of the children who walk to Kennydale
Elementary. Requiring them to cross the street to resume walking on the
sidewalk would defeat the purpose.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Committee recommending that the Plaza and Gateway parcels be officially designated as
Parks: Designating the Plaza& city parks, administered under existing City park rules and regulations.
Gateway Parcels as City Parks Maintenance and use of the facilities will be coordinated through the Parks and Now
Recreation Department, with the approval and oversight of the Park Board.
These parcels can be described as:
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Plaza parcel: Bounded on the east by Burnett Ave. S., on the south by S. 3rd
St., on the west by Logan Ave. S.,and on the north by the south wall of the
pavilion building.
Gateway parcel: Bounded on the east by Logan Ave. S., on the south by S. 3rd
St., on the west by the"Big 5"parcel, and on the north by the City of Seattle
public utilities property. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Municipal Court: Temporary Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Pro Tem Judges recommending concurrence with the staff recommendation to approve the
appointment of six temporary Pro-tem judges. These judges will sit in Renton
Municipal Court between November 2nd and November 10th for one
courtroom calendar each as part of the judicial selection process to fill the
vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Corinna Ham. The six candidates
are: Cheryl B. Carey, Susan R. Irwin, Terry Lee Jurado,Norman R. Leopold,
Robert L. Sewell, and Anita Crawford-Willis. MOVED BY NELSON,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler requested that all Councilmembers receive a
schedule of these calendars so they may attend one or more, if they wish.
ORDINANCES AND The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
RESOLUTIONS
Ordinance#4750 An ordinance was read appropriating $470,000 from the General Fund's(Fund
r.� Finance: City Hall Phase 11 0000)excess balance to be transferred to the Capital Improvement Fund(Fund
Improvements,Equipment 316) and increasing the expenditure authority in Fund 316 for the purpose of
Expenditures purchasing equipment. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED.
ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Referring to a letter from the City Attorney regarding the Mission Springs v.
Legal: Processing of Hearing City of Spokane court case,which raises issues relating to city councils hearing
Examiner Appeals appeals of Hearing Examiner decisions, it was MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER
TO THE PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:48 p.m.
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Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
October 26, 1998
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Office of the Cite Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 26, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 11/02 1999-2000 Budget Presentation
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 11/02 Renewal of Public Defender Services;
(Parker) 6:00 p.m. King County Sexual Assault Resource
Center Funding
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
00.
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
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AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
November 2, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF OCTOBER 26, 1998
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: "Businesses Committed to Kids" Award
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner appoints David Fox, 10415 SE 174th St., Renton, 98055, to the Human Rights &
Affairs Commission for a two-year term expiring 9/19/2000. Refer to Community Services
Committee.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 10/20/98 for CAG-98-110, Airport Runway Marking, Lighting &
Signage; six bids; project estimate $471,541.20; and submits staff recommendation to award the
contract to the low bidder, Colvico Inc., in the total amount of$355,520.56. Council concur.
c. City Clerk reports bid opening on 10/20/98 for CAG-98-134, Benson Road S. Walkway; seven bids;
project estimate $90,841.00; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the lowest
responsible bidder, RJC Inc., in the total amount of$76,788.75. Council concur.
d. City Clerk submits Quarterly Contract List for the period of July 1 through September 30, 1998; 56
agreements totaling $8,551,157.46. Information.
e. Court Case filed by Tom Chambers, 1400 Broadway Ave., Seattle, 98122, on behalf of Julayne Harris
(residence not specified), alleging permanent, progressive and disabling injuries sustained in an
automobile accident on 12/30/95 when a car that plaintiff was riding in collided with a car driven by
Renton Police Officer David Martin Adam. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
f. Finance and Information Services Department submits the 1999-2000 Mayor's Proposed Budget.
Refer to Committee of the Whole; set public hearings on November 9th and November 23rd to take
testimony.
g. Fire Department submits proposed service agreement with local ambulance companies to specify
response time requirements, standards for service, and equipment, maintenance and other
responsibilities. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
h. Transportation Systems Division recommends approval of an agreement with Puget Sound Energy for
the underground conversion of existing utilities on Main Ave. S. Renton's cost share of the project is
$87,000. Refer to Transportation Committee.
mom i. Utility Systems Division recommends approval of four contracts implementing the franchise
agreement with Seattle Public Utilities. Council concur. (See 10.a. for resolution.)
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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8. CORRESPONDENCE
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*)may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary. ...
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Approving contracts related to the Seattle Water Pipeline Franchise (see 7.i.)
b. Partially lifting a moratorium on residential development in certain zones (Council approved via
Planning & Development Committee report on 10/05/98)
c. Adopting the 1998 Water System Plan (Council approved via Utilities Committee report on 10/26/98)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
now
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
1999-2000 Budget
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Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Letter of complaint from Terri A. Quale re Metro bus route 114
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
Court Case filed by Tom Chambers on behalf of Julayne Harris v Renton
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
1999-2000 City of Renton Budget
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Human Rights &Affairs Commission appointment (David Fox)
MAYOR & CITY CLERK
Execute agreements for Seattle Public Utilities water pipeline franchise
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Service agreement with local ambulance companies
Animal (livestock) fencing requirements to prevent escapes
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMMITTEE
Puget Sound Energy underground conversion agreement for Main Ave. S. improvements
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS
11/09/98 — 1999-2000 City of Renton Budget
11/09/98 — 132nd Ave. SE (Davis) Annexation(Notice of Intent Petition)
11/16/98 — Oakesdale Ave. SW street vacation petition (IBID Corp.)
°1" 11/23/98 — 1999-2000 City of Renton Budget
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
November 2, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building Now
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN;
COUNCILMEMBERS TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY
KEOLKER-WHEELER.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; BRENDA FRITSVOLD,
Deputy City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; BETTY NOKES, Economic Development Director; SUSAN
CARLSON, Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning
Administrator; DEREK TODD,Finance Analyst; RICHARD RICHMIRE,
Fiscal Services Manager; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services
Administrator; SANDY CHASTAIN, Community Relations Specialist;
VICTORIA RUNKLE, Finance &Information Services Administrator;
LESLIE BETLACH, Parks Director; PAUL KUSAKABE, Fiscal Services
Director; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON, Police Department; COMMANDER
CURTIS SMALLING,Police Department.
PRESS Elizabeth Parker,Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 26, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Community Relations Specialist Sandy Chastain introduced Susan Richards,
PRESENTATIONS Executive Director for Communities in Schools, who announced that Target is
"Business Committed to Kids" the most recent recipient of the "Business Committed to Kids"award given by
Award Renton Communities in Schools. Ms. Richards described Target's tremendous
support of community members, initiatives, and students. Target has been
especially supportive of Hazelwood Elementary School by extending special
prices for goods and services and supporting fundraising activities. Cheryl
Taylor and Betsy Prather accepted the award on behalf of Target.
Executive: 1999-2000 Budget Mayor Tanner introduced his 1999-2000 Proposed Budget presentation by
reviewing the Administration's 1998 major accomplishments. In the past year,
Renton has: funded over$500,000 in neighborhood sidewalk and street
repairs; continued economic development in the downtown core; completed the
final transit hub design; removed the Holm building at S. 3rd St. and Main Ave.
S. and dedicated the lot as a Veteran's Memorial Park; negotiated a franchise
agreement with Seattle Public Utilities; completed phase one of the Oakesdale
Ave. S. extension project; and completed renovations to the new city hall.
The total proposed 1999 Budget is $129,783,376. Mayor Tanner explained that
of this total, $53,995,796 will be used for general governmental purposes,
including program administration,planning,public safety, economic
development,building activities, streets,parks,recreation and library services.
Utility funds in the amount of$41,788,230,which are generated through rates
and user fees,will pay for maintenance, capital improvements, regional sewage 'no
treatment and administration to maintain a healthy water supply. The
remainder of the budget is made up of capital projects and smaller, special
purpose funds.
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Continuing,the Mayor said that the proposed budget continues to fund basic
services at existing levels. In addition,he recommends the hiring of six police
officers, three firefighters, a street maintenance worker, and one part-time
�.., utility meter reader. Mayor Tanner emphasized that water rates will not
increase and a solid waste rate increase of 5% is needed only to recover higher
pass-through costs.
Mayor Tanner announced that the City experienced exceptional economic
growth in 1998. He expected that more than $2,000,000 dollars will be
available to meet one-time needs. One of the most significant details of the
budget is a proposal to decrease property tax rates by over 5.4%. The tax rate
would be reduced from$3.55 to$3.40 per thousand assessed valuation. This
tax cut, along with special levy reductions next year, will provide significant
property tax relief.
Explaining how the budget helps achieve the City's goals,Mayor Tanner said it
assumes continued economic health,but at a lower growth rate. It also allows
for the possibility that the economy could change. Concluding,he said the
budget provides sufficient funding of basic services, implements the six-year
business plan, invests in infrastructure, and provides amenities and
improvements that will leave a legacy for future generations.
Responding to Councilman Clawson, Mayor Tanner agreed that the hard work
and dedication of City employees makes this budget possible,and he expressed
his appreciation for their efforts.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• In an effort to tell the public how the new DUI laws will affect them, an
educational video prepared by the Washington State Traffic Safety
Commission will be broadcast on Channel 28 at various times from
November 5 through November 12, 1998.
• The Recreation Services Special Athletics celebrated their completion of
six weeks of practice and training at the Maplewood Driving Range with a
graduation day round of golf at Maplewood Golf Course.
• Teen volunteers from the Renton Youth Council and Hazen, Liberty,
Renton, Lindbergh, and Kentridge High Schools contributed to the success
of the Holiday Boo Carnival held on October 24th at the Renton
Community Center.
Police: Assault at Coulon Responding to Councilman Corman, Chief of Police Garry Anderson stated that
Beach Park considering the usage of the City's parks and trails,very few incidents occur
such as the recent assault at Coulon Beach Park. He recommended that citizens
use their best common sense when using the parks and trails by being
accompanied by another person or staying within sight of people. Chief
Anderson also encouraged citizens to report suspicious activities and people.
Responding to Council inquiry, Chief Anderson replied that the public is
notified of this type of incident within 24 hours. He affirmed that all parks and
trails are regularly patrolled.
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CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appointment: Human Rights Mayor Tanner appointed David Fox, 10415 SE 174th St.,Renton, 98055, to the
&Affairs Commission Human Rights&Affairs Commission for a two-year term expiring 9/19/2000.
Refer to Community Services Committee.
CAG: 98-110,Airport Runway City Clerk reported bid opening on 10/20/98 for CAG-98-110, Airport Runway
Marking, Lighting& Signage, Marking, Lighting& Signage; six bids; project estimate $471,541.20; and
Colvico Inc submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,
Colvico Inc., in the total amount of$355,520.56. Council concur.
CAG: 98-134, Benson Road S City Clerk reported bid opening on 10/20/98 for CAG-98-134, Benson Road S.
Walkway, RJC Inc Walkway; seven bids; project estimate $90,841.00; and submitted staff
recommendation to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, RJC
Inc., in the total amount of$76,788.75. Council concur.
City Clerk: Quarterly Contract City Clerk submitted Quarterly Contract List for the period of July 1 through
List, 7/98 to 9/98 September 30, 1998; 56 agreements totaling $8,551,157.46. Information.
Court Case: Harris v Renton, Court Case by Tom Chambers, 1400 Broadway Ave., Seattle, 98122, on behalf
CRT-98-012 of Julayne Harris(residence not specified), alleging permanent, progressive and
disabling injuries sustained in an automobile accident on 12/30/95 when a car
that the plaintiff was riding in collided with a car driven by Renton Police
Officer David Martin Adam. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
Budget: 1999-2000 Finance and Information Services Department submitted the 1999-2000
Mayor's Proposed Budget in the amount of$129,783,376. Refer to Committee
of the Whole; set public hearings on November 9th and November 23rd to take
testimony. Nola
Fire: Service Agreement, Fire Department submitted proposed service agreement with local ambulance
Local Ambulance Companies, companies to specify response time requirements, standards for service, and
CAG-98: equipment, maintenance and other responsibilities. Refer to Public Safety
Committee.
Transportation: Main Ave S Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement with
Existing Utilities Underground Puget Sound Energy for the underground conversion of existing utilities on
Conversion, Puget Sound Main Ave. S. Renton's cost share of the project is $87,000. Refer to
Energy, CAG-98 Transportation Committee.
Public Works: Water Pipeline Utility Systems Division recommended approval of four contracts
Franchise, Seattle Public implementing the franchise agreement with Seattle Public Utilities. Council
Utilities, CAG-98- concur. (See page 359 for resolution.)
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was submitted from Terri A. Quale, 3806 NE 22nd St.,
Citizen Comment: Quale - Renton, 98056, complaining of poor service (buses that are late or altogether
Metro Bus Route 114 Service missing) on Metro bus route 114. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
Complaints SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER TO THE
ADMINISTRATION. CARRIED
OLD BUSINESS Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding funding for the
Finance Committee King County Sexual Assault Resource Center(KSARC). At the request of the
Human Services: King County Finance Committee, the Human Services Advisory Committee reviewed their
Sexual Assault Resource 1999 KSARC funding recommendation. While the Advisory Committee
Center, City Funding recognizes KSARC as an important agency providing a valuable service in the
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community, it cannot recommend any increase in funding for 1999. The
Finance Committee supports this recommendation. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Municipal Court: Public Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding the public
Defender Services, Kameron defender services agreement renewal. The City has previously received public
Cayce defender services by agreement from the law firm of Kameron C. Cayce. The
Finance Committee recommended renewing this agreement with the following
changes:
* Change the method of compensation from a"per case"basis to an amount
negotiated as part of the annual budget process. If the parties do not agree
on the annual amount, the City will publish a request for proposal from any
qualifying law firm. Cayce will then be allowed to match the lowest
responsible bidder.
* Other minor changes were made for the purpose of clarifying agreement
language or intent.
The Committee further recommended that the term of the agreement will be for
one year from the date the agreement is signed. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3359 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute four
Public Works: Water Pipeline contracts related to the Seattle Water Pipeline Franchise specifically entitled:
Franchise, Seattle Public 1) Interlocal Agreement; 2)Water Purveyor Contract; 3)Lease Agreement; and
Utilities, CAG-98- 4)Agreement for Transfer of Water Service and Provision of Primary Fire
Service. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3360 A resolution was read partially lifting a moratorium on residential development
Planning: Partial Lifting of in commercial areas for the Residential/Multi-Family Suburban(RM-C) and
Moratorium on Residential Residential/Multi-Family Neighborhood(RM-N)zoning designations and
Development in Commercial continuing the moratorium in the Center Suburban(CS), Center Neighborhood
Areas (CN), and Commercial Arterial (CA)Zones. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3361 A resolution was read adopting the 1998 Water System Plan. MOVED BY
Utility: Comprehensive Water CLAWSON, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
System Plan Update RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Councilman Corman stated that there is a proposed ordinance currently
Police:Keeping of Animals undergoing review in the Public Safety Committee regarding the keeping of
Ordinance/Fencing animals. Explaining that the City has been receiving complaints about goats
Requirements escaping in the Renton Highlands, he suggested that as part of the ordinance
review, specific fencing requirements also be considered. MOVED BY
CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER THE
MATTER OF ANIMAL (LIVESTOCK) FENCING REQUIREMENTS TO
PREVENT ESCAPES TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
November 2, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page,60
Veteran's Memorial Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler announced a fundraiser for the S. 3rd St. and
Fundraiser Main Ave. S.Veteran's Memorial on Friday,November 6th at the VFW Hall
located on Burnett Ave. S.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:20 p.m.
BRENDA FRITSVOLD, Deputy City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
November 2, 1998
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR 561
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
November 2, 1998
�,. COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 11/09 1999-2000 Budget
(Edwards) 5:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 11/03 Human Rights Commission Appointment
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m.
FINANCE
(Parker)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT THURS., 11/05 Council Serving as Appellate Body for
(Keolker-Wheeler) 3:45 p.m. Hearing Examiner Decisions;
A-Frame Signs;
Taco Time Comprehensive Plan
Amendments
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 11/09 Ambulance Agreements;
(Corman) 4:30 p.m. State Law Crimes - Adoption by
Reference;
Overview of Fire Department's Response
to New Legislation
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION) TUES., 11/03 Public Railroad Crossing at Baxter, Port
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. Quendall & Barbee Mills Sites;
Stop Sign at NE 6th Pl./Ferndale;
Puget Sound Energy Underground
Conversion Agreement for Main Ave. S.
Roadway Improvements
UTILITIES THURS., 11/05 Utility Rates (Briefing Only);
(Clawson) 2:30 p.m. Langlois Sewer Connection Request
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
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AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
November 9, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 2, 1998
4. PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Architecture Week, November 9 — 16, 1998
b. Spinal Health Month—November 1998
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Renton Web Site National Communications Award
6. PUBLIC MEETING: 10%Notice of Intent to Annex Petition for 3.8 acres located east of 132nd Ave. SE
(Union Ave. NE); petitioner, Davis
7. PUBLIC HEARING: 1999-2000 City of Renton Budget
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
9. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
10. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommends approval of
an interlocal agreement with the City of Kent that would adjust Renton's southern potential annexation
area boundary between SR-197 and Soos Creek from SE 208th St. to S. 200th St., west of 108th Ave.
SE, and from SE 208th St. to SE 192nd St. east of 108th Ave. SE. Refer to Planning & Development
Committee.
b. Transportation Division recommends approval of Addendum#2-98 to LAG-93-004, lease with BHC,
Inc., to reflect the ground lease rate change from $0.280 to $0.324 per square foot which results in an
annual rent increase of$2,157.96. Council concur.
c. Transportation Systems Division recommends approval of a 1998 budget adjustment appropriating
revenue received from the Boeing Company in the amount of$1,712,000 for transportation
improvements to the Oakesdale Ave. SW project-Phase I. Refer to Finance Committee.
d. Utility Systems Division submits CAG-98-005, Downtown Water Main Replacement; and requests
approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$3,572.94,
commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$19,336.46 to D.D.J.
Construction Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
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11. CORRESPONDENCE 5
a. Letter from Douglas R. Snyder, Assistant Superintendent, Issaquah School District 411, 565 NW
Holly St., Issaquah, 98027, requesting that Renton impose mitigation fees on its behalf if the City
proceeds with annexing property within its jurisdiction.
b. Letter from Arlene Rankin, 275 SW 194th Pl., Normandy Park, 98166, requesting meeting
accommodations at City Hall for the Juvenile Court Conference Committee Diversion Program.
12. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*)may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: Human Rights Commission Appointment
b. Transportation (Aviation) Committee: Stop Sign at NE 6th Pl./Ferndale Ave. NE; Puget Sound
Energy Underground Conversion Agreement for Main Ave. S. Roadway Improvements
13. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
14. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 277-4430 for recorded inforniation)
15. AUDIENCE COMMENT
16. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
*5:30 p.m.*
1999-2000 City of Renton Budget
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
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November 9, 1998 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Periodically monitor traffic control needs at NE 6th PI/Ferndale Ave NE
Conversion of Port Quendall railroad crossings from private to public
Suggest a review of qualification requirements for special assessment district fee deferrals
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Request from Juvenile Court Conference Committee for meeting space
Naming of new Cedar River ballfield park adjacent to Maplewood Golf Course
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Request from Issaquah School District re: impact fees
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Agreement with Puget Sound Energy for Main Ave. S. underground conversion
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Agreement with Kent re: potential annexation area boundary changes
Land use boundaries for gambling uses
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE mod
1998 Budget amendment to appropriate Boeing's contribution to the Oakesdale Ave SW project
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS Ono
11/16/98 — Oakesdale Ave SW street vacation petition(IBID Corp., VAC-98-003)
11/23/98 — 1999-2000 Budget
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
November 9, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN;
COUNCILMEMBERS TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY
KEOLKER-WHEELER.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; SUE CARLSON, Economic Development,Neighborhoods&
Strategic Planning Administrator; BETTY NOKES,Economic Development
Director; VICTORIA RUNKLE, Finance&Information Services
Administrator; KAREN MARSHALL, Human Services Manager; LARRY
MECKLING,Building Official; PAUL KUSAKABE,Fiscal Services Director;
MIKE WEBBY,Human Resources &Risk Management Administrator;
MICHAEL KATTERMANN,Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning;
JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; STEVEN DENISON,
Special Projects Coordinator; JULIE BREWER,Development Assistant;
DEREK TODD,Finance Analyst; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON,Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 2, 1998, AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
PROCLAMATIONS A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the week of November 9
November 9 — 16: to 16, 1998, to be "Architecture Week"in the City of Renton, and urging all
"Architecture Week" citizens to recognize architecture's power to shape effective communities,
serve society, and elevate the human spirit. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
Rich Wagner and Dave Clark accepted the proclamation on behalf of the area's
architects.
November, 1998: "Spinal A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the month of November,
Health Month" 1998, to be "Spinal Health Month" in the City of Renton, and urging all
citizens to recognize that spinal health is essential to proper growth and
development. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
Stephen Saunders accepted the proclamation on behalf of the 33 chiropractors
who serve the City of Renton and the surrounding community.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Economic Development Director Betty Nokes announced that the City of
Executive: City Web Site Renton's web site received a"Silver Circle"award from the City-County
National Award Communications and Marketing Association. Renton's web site, designed by
r.. Steven Denison and Julie Brewer, took second place in the technology category
for cities and counties ranging from 45,000 to 100,000 in population. Those
judging the entries stated that Renton's web site provides an elegant gateway to
loads of useful information.
November 9, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 366
Steven Denison and Julie Brewer presented the award to Mayor Tanner and the
Council. Mr. Denison reported that Renton's web site received 6,200 hits this
week, a tremendous increase over last year's average of 1,100 weekly hits. Ms.
Brewer acknowledged assistance from members of the City's Web Team,
comprised of employees from each department who maintain web pages and
information respective to their departments.
PUBLIC MEETING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Annexation: Davis, 132nd Ave accordance with local and State laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public meeting
SE (Union Ave NE) to consider a 10%Notice of Intent to Annex Petition for 3.8 acres located east
of 132nd Ave. SE(Union Ave.NE); petitioner,Davis.
Michael Kattermann,Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning,
explained that the 3.8 acres constitute one legal, vacant lot. Although staff and
the proponent contacted other single family property owners to the north, east
and south in an effort to expand the annexation area, everyone contacted
declined to pursue annexation of their properties.
Renton's Comprehensive Plan designates the parcel as Residential Single
Family. Typical zoning for this designation is R-8 (residential, up to eight
dwelling units per acre).
Continuing, Mr. Kattermann said one potential problem involves emergency
services response and the fact that the street already changes mid-block from
Union Ave.NE to 132nd Ave. SE. He felt, however, that any concerns could
be satisfactorily addressed through mutual aid and response.
Responding to Councilman Parker,Mr. Kattermann said Sierra Heights
Elementary School is located on the other side of 132nd Ave. SE. The school
property is contiguous to Renton's boundary, and could be annexed to the City
at any time.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL: ACCEPT THE 10%
NOTICE OF INTENT TO ANNEX, AUTHORIZE CIRCULATION OF THE
60% PETITION, REQUIRE THE ADOPTION OF CITY ZONING ON THE
PROPERTY CONSISTENT WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, AND
REQUIRE THAT THE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSUME A
PROPORTIONAL SHARE OF THE CITY'S BONDED INDEBTEDNESS.
CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Budget: 1999-2000 accordance with local and State laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
to consider the proosed 1999-2000 Budget.
Victoria Runkle,Finance& Information Services Administrator,presented the
proposed 1999-2000 City of Renton budget in the total balanced amounts of
$129,783,376 and$115,485,981. She said that although the overall general
governmental budget is expected to increase by 10.1%next year,this
represents only 4.5% above the actual amount spent last year. Expenditure
highlights in 1999 include four new police officers, two jailers, three
firefighters, a new street maintenance worker, and increased funding for library
materials and various neighborhood programs. On the revenue side,the only
increase in property taxes will be for new construction, with base property tax
collections remaining the same as in 1998. Water utility rates will not increase
either,but solid waste rates will rise by 5%to cover County-imposed costs. ""r
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Ms.Runkle concluded that the second and final public hearing on the budget
will be held on November 23rd.
Audience comment was invited.
Mary Ellen Stone,representing King County Sexual Assault Resource Center,
PO Box 300, Renton, 98057, asked the City to consider increasing the total
amount of money it gives to human service agencies. While she suggested this
would be easier to do in good economic times such as Renton is currently
enjoying, she added that it would also be important in harder financial times.
Carol Chappelle, 2220 SE 8th Pl.,Renton, stated that as a member of the
Human Services Advisory Committee, she could attest that requests for human
services funding are far greater than the amount of funding available. In fact,
the Committee was able to fund only a little more than 60% of the requests it
received. Ms. Chappelle remarked that, according to a survey of five local
jurisdictions, Renton's per capita spending on human services is the lowest.
Juanita Grant, 833 SW Sunset Blvd., Renton, 98056, chair of the Human
Services Advisory Committee, said that as human services needs are
increasing, she urged the City to increase its human services funding
accordingly.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• On October 28, several Renton police officers participated in a"Driving
Under the Influence"detection workshop to learn how to detect impaired
drivers.
• The Renton Salvation Army Advisory Board recently elected Renton Chief
of Police Garry Anderson as its president and Renton Human Services
Manager Karen Marshall as its vice president.
• In October, the Recreation Division received over 3,000 hours of volunteer
services to help run programs which, at the currently hourly minimum
wage, equals more than$15,000 of in-kind services.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Planning: Agreement with Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department
Kent re: Potential Annexation recommended approval of an interlocal agreement with the City of Kent that
Area Boundaries would adjust Renton's southern potential annexation area boundary between
SR-197 and Soos Creek from SE 208th St. to S. 200th St., west of 108th Ave.
SE, and from SE 208th St. to SE 192nd St. east of 108th Ave. SE. Refer to
Planning &Development Committee.
Airport: BHC Lease Transportation Division recommended approval of Addendum #2-98 to LAG-
Addendum(Ground Lease 93-004, lease with BHC, Inc., to reflect the ground lease rate change from
Rate Change) $0.280 to $0.324 per square foot which results in an annual rent increase of
"'N' $2,157.96. Council concur.
November 9, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 368
Streets: Oakesdale Ave SW Transportation Systems Division recommended appproval of a 1998 budget
(Phase I),Boeing Funding adjustment apropriating revenue received from The Boeing Company in the
amount of$1,712,000 for transportation improvements to the Oakesdale Ave.
SW project-Phase I. Refer to Transportation Committee. mod
Public Works: Downtown Utility Systems Division submitted CAG-98-005, Downtown Water Main
Water Main Replacement, Replacement project; and requested approval of the project, authorization for
DDJ Const, CAG-98-005 final pay estimate in the amount of$3,572.94, commencement of 60-day lien
period, and release of retained amount of$19,336.46 to D.D.J. Construction
Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Douglas R. Snyder, Assistant Superintendent,
Citizen Comment: Issaquah Issaquah School District 411, 565 NW Holly St., Issaquah, WA, 98027,
School District—School requesting that Renton impose mitigation fees on its behalf if the City proceeds
Impact Fees with annexing property within its jurisdiction. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE
FINANCE COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Councilman Corman urged the Committee to seek assurances from the School
District that any money collected from development in Renton would benefit
Renton residents. He said if Renton agrees to impose mitigation fees on behalf
of the Issaquah School District, this correlation must be made.
Councilman Parker agreed, adding that the Renton School District does not
impose development mitigation fees but rather obtains necessary funding
through voter-approved bond issues and levies.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler said in the future,the City will probably Ono
want to address the problem of conflicting jurisdiction and special district
boundaries, since confusion can result if someone has a Renton address,resides
within the Issaquah School District, actually lives in unincorporated King
County, and is served by a fire district. She suggested that some boundary line
adjustments might be in order.
Citizen Comment: Juvenile Correspondence was read from Arlene Rankin, 275 SW 194th Pl.,Normandy
Court Conference Committee Park,WA, 98166,requesting meeting accommodations at City Hall for the
—Meeting Space for Diversion Juvenile Court Conference Committee Diversion Program. MOVED BY
Program EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER
TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Community Services recommending concurrence in the Mayor's appointment of David Fox to the
Committee Human Rights and Affairs Commission. The two-year term expires on
Appointment: Human Rights September 19,2000. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
&Affairs Commission COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Public Safety Committee Public Safety Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding changes to
Legal: Adoption of State Laws the Criminal Code relating to dangerous weapons. The Committee convened
re: Dangerous Weapons on November 9, 1998 to consider enacting legislation relating to the adoption
of State law regarding firearms and other dangerous weapons. The following
sections would be added to Renton's City Code by reference:
RCW 9.41.240,which deals with individuals who are between 18 and 21 years
of age. It identifies where such an individual may possess a pistol. A violation
of this section is a misdemeanor.
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RCW 9.41.250,which makes sales, manufacture, etc. of certain weapons a
crime. It also makes it a crime to furtively carry certain weapons, or use a
silencer on a gun. A violation of this section is a gross misdemeanor.
,,..,. RCW 9.41.260,which makes it a crime to run a place of amusement where they
exhibit skill in throwing sharp instruments or shooting guns or bows at human
beings. A violation of this section is a misdemeanor.
RCW 9.41.300, which identifies where people cannot go when they are
carrying weapons. Violation of this section is a gross misdemeanor.
It was clear to the members of the committee that these State provisions should
be incorporated into Renton's Code. It furthers the goals of this council to have
a safe city in which people can live,work, and play. The Committee therefore
recommended adoption of the proposed legislation. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation Committee Transportation Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report regarding an
Utililty: Puget Sound Energy agreement with Puget Sound Energy(PSE) for the conversion of underground
Agreement for Main Ave S power lines on Main Ave. South. The Main Ave. S. improvement project
Underground Conversion requires the underground conversion of existing utilities. The Washington
State Utilities and Transportation Commission requires the City to enter into an
agreement with PSE to provide trenching,restoration, and survey, and to pay
30% of the conversion costs. The trenching,restoration and survey costs are in
the current construction contract. The estimated conversion cost is $290,000,
$87,000 of which is Renton's obligation to pay PSE upon completion of the
work. The Committee recommended that Council authorize the Mayor r and
City Clerk to execute the underground conversion agreement with Puget Sound
Energy. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT CARRIED.
Transportation: NE 6th Transportation Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report regarding the
Pl/Femdale Ave NE Stop Sign request for a stop sign at NE 6th Pl. and Ferndale Ave. NE. A traffic
Request(Denied) engineering study was conducted to provide information on the extent of
possible safety issues at the intersection of NE 6th Pl. and Ferndale Ave.NE,
and vicinity. Based upon this information, including an evaluation of accidents
in the area and speed studies, it was found that, at this time,no additional
traffic control devices are needed. The Committee recommended that Council
authorize the Administration to periodically monitor NE 6th Pl. and Ferndale
Ave.NE to determine when and if additional traffic control devices may
become appropriate. In addition, the Committee recommended that
Transportation Systems Division staff contact local residents to discuss their
concerns and potential solutions. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT
CARRIED.
Transportation: Port Quendall Transportation Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
RR Xings(Conversion from that the City Council authorize the Administration to apply to have the private
Private to Public) railroad crossings serving the three parcels associated with the Port Quendall
development(i.e., Baxter, Quendall Terminals and Barbee Mills sites)changed
into public railroad crossings once the City has exercised its option to purchase
the Quendall Terminales property and once the Administration receives
adequate assurances of ultimate development of these properties. The
Committee further recommended that no public funds be used for any costs
associated with the development of these crossings. MOVED BY
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SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT CARRIED.
Parks: Family Pool Bond Issue Councilman Parker noted that the family pool bond issue put forth by the City
to voters last week has apparently failed to achieve the required 60% super-
majority approval. He thanked many of those who supported the bond issue
and tried to secure its passage. He then noted that while the bond issue failed,
it was approved by over 57% of those who voted, indicating that a good
number of Renton residents desire this type of facility. Therefore, it was
moved by Parker, seconded by Corman, Council refer this matter to the Finance
Committee with the intention of having the Administration review this issue
and possible funding sources.*
Explaining he had seconded the motion for the purposes of discussion,Mr.
Corman said while he respected the fact that the bond issue was turned down,
he also felt that the City has an obligation to look into replacing a public pool
facility that it had to close.
Council President Edwards said while he strongly supported the bond issue and
was disappointed that it did not pass, he believed that the City should not take
any further action on this matter at this time. He suggested that the City instead
wait to be approached by those who are willing to get involved and bring forth
a new proposal. Councilmembers Nelson and Keolker-Wheeler concurred.
*The motion was withdrawn.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending that the
Utility: Langlois Sewer City deny the Langloises' request for relief from the special assessment district
Connection Request charges associated with connection of their property at 10403 - 126th Ave. SE
to the City's sanitary sewer system, and that no action be taken to revise City now
Code. The Committee further recommended that the Administration contact
the King County Department of Assessments and the Seattle-King County
Department of Public Health to suggest a review of the qualification
requirements for deferral of special assessment district fees to reflect cost of
living increases and/or special situations. MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilmen Clawson and Schlitzer explained that King County already has a
program for deferment of special assessment district charges, and it is not in
Renton's best interest to duplicate this program.
Planning & Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Committee recommending the elimination of City Council as an appellate body for
Legal: City Council Hearing Examiner decisions. The Committee met on this topic on Thursday,
Elimination as Appellate Body November 5th. This issue was first raised by the recent Supreme Court case of
for Hearing Examiner Mission Springs v. City of Spokane, wherein individual councilmembers were
Decisiosn held to be potentially liable in damages to a developer because of interference
with the issuance of a grading permit. The City Attorney explained to the
Council that the logic of that case would also extend to city councilmembers
sitting as appeals officers when handling appeals from decisions of the Hearing
Examiner. The Committee also noted that the appeal system is generally very
structured in that the Council must find an error in fact or law. When combined
with the appearance of fairness doctrine,which prevents city councilmembers
from discussing pending appeals with constituents, the appeal process is WMW
confining and frustrating to both Councilmembers and constituents. For these
reasons, the Committee recommended that the full Council request the City
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Attorney to draft an ordinance making all appeals from Hearing Examiner
decisions appealable to Superior Court and not to the City Council. The City
Council will retain its jurisdiction, as required by statute, to handle all rezones.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
.•• COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler explained that when the Council hears
appeals as a quasi-judicial body, it must make its decision on the record
without any new testimony from the parties involved. This is frustrating to
those who come to Council with the expectation that it can help them, or at
least hear them out,and consequently is frustrating to Council as well. Ms.
Keolker-Wheeler added that those involved in an appeal cannot even speak to
Councilmembers on the phone about the specifics of their case, which prevents
Councilmembers from listening to its constituents about issues that deeply
affect or concern them. She concluded that many of the issues being appealed
to the Council involve highly technical issues that should be dealt with at either
the administrative or Hearing Examiner level.
Council President Edwards expressed concern with the proposed change,
saying that Council is best suited to hear these appeals because, as the
legislative body, it approved the applicable land use regulations in the first
place. Adding that the process gives Council input on how well or poorly the
City's regulations are working, he said the current system is fairly streamlined
and not overly cumbersome.
Councilman Corman supported the change, saying that the current appeals
process is at odds with Council's role to be representatives for its citizens. Not
being able to seek additional testimony or clarification, or otherwise invoke
himself in the process,made him feel as if he was not doing the job he was
r... elected to do. Another problem with the current process is that it places all
Councilmembers in the position of enforcing regulations that are appealed to
the full Council, even if one or more of them did not support a particular land
use regulation when it was originally adopted.
Councilman Parker agreed with Mr. Edwards that the current process gives
citizens the opportunity to seek redress not before a Hearing Examiner or a
Superior Court judge,but before its elected, local representatives.
Noting that appellants are often not Renton citizens but rather developers from
outside the City, Councilman Clawson commented on the need for separation
of powers and his belief that Council's role is to make the laws rather than
apply them. Adding that Council's decisions in these cases are always
appealable to Superior Court,he said he might feel differently if Council had
the final authority.
Addressing a remark by Mr.Parker, Ms. Keolker-Wheeler explained that
changes in State law have eliminated most of Council's discretion in these
matters. She emphasized that Council can overturn or amend the Hearing
Examiner's decision only if it finds an error of fact or law, which it usually
does not. She noted another advantage to making this change would be that
Councilmembers could discuss the specifics of these cases with the persons
involved, since such communications would no longer be prohibited.
Mr. Corman said the current quasi-judicial process creates a mere illusion that
Council is able to serve or represent its constituents in these matters.
Mr. Edwards replied that for many people, taking a matter to court can be an
intimidating prospect. He asked how many of these cases have been appealed
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to Superior Court this year. City Attorney Lawrence J. Warren said there have
been two; one which was appealed from a City Council decision, and the other
from a Board of Adjustment decision. Mr. Edwards added that when the City
expedited its land use process, appeals to Council were retained as a safeguard
for those involved. and
Mrs.Keolker-Wheeler requested that the City Attorney explain his concerns on
this issue as well as how State law regarding land use appeals has changed over
the last 15 to 20 years. Mayor Tanner replied that the City Attorney is not a
party to the debate before the Council, and thus would not be permitted to enter
into the debate or issue a statement for or against the proposed change. Mrs.
Keolker-Wheeler expressed disappointment that Council would not be provided
with the requested information at this time.
*MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL TABLE
THE MAIN MOTION UNTIL THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SO
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CAN BE MADE AVAILABLE TO
COUNCILMEMBERS. CARRIED.
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler,Mayor Tanner stated that
now that the motion was no longer pending before Council, he would make the
services of any member of staff or of the Administration available to her.
NEW BUSINESS MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
Planning: Land Use REFER THE ISSUE OF LAND USE BOUNDARIES FOR GAMBLING USES
Boundaries for Gambling Uses TO THE PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Parks: Cedar River Ballfield Noting the receipt of citizen comments regarding the naming of the new Cedar
Naming River ballfield park adjacent to Maplewood Golf Course, it was MOVED BY
NELSON, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER
TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED. ..r
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 9:13 p.m.
MARILYN ERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
November 9, 1998
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR 375
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
November 9, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 11/16 1999-2000 Budget
(Edwards) 5:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 11/16 Vouchers;
(Parker) 5:00 p.m. Peddler's License Ordinance;
1998 Budget Amendment re: Oakesdale
Ave. SW, Phase I
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
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PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
November 16, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 9, 1998
4. PUBLIC HEARING: Petition to vacate a portion of Oakesdale Ave. SW from I-405 to SW Grady Way;
IBID Corporation (VAC-98-003)
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk reports appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision approving construction and operation of a
helistop at Boeing's headquarters building (901 Oakesdale Ave. SW) for an initial period of five years; now
appeal filed on 11/02/98 by Charles E. Maudell, accompanied by the required fee. Refer to Planning
& Development Committee. Consideration of the appeal by the Council shall be based solely on
the record, the Hearing Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional written
submissions by parties allowed by Code (RMC 4-8-16.C.).
b. Executive Department recommends approval of a contract in the amount of$64,800 with the Renton
Reporter to print and distribute CitySource, the City's newsletter to its citizens, on a monthly basis in
1999 and 2000. Refer to Community Services Committee.
c. Human Resources & Risk Management Department recommends the cancellation of agreements with
Arthur J. Gallagher& Co. and Giesy, Greer& Gunn, Inc. for broker and claims administration
services, respectively; and further recommends that Renton become a member of the Washington
Cities Insurance Authority effective January 1, 1999, for purposes of liability and property protection.
Refer to Finance Committee.
d. Transportation Systems Division recommends that Council receive a briefing on the design of the
Main Ave. S. Transit Way(or Contra-Flow)project. Refer to Transportation Committee.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from Dolores J. Gibbons, Superintendent for Renton School District No. 403, 300 SW 7th St.,
Renton, 98055, asking that the City clarify and/or modify its Sign Code with respect to an electronic
readerboard sign at McKnight Middle School. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*)may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary. ..r
a. Finance Committee: Vouchers; 1998 Budget amendment for Oakesdale Ave. SW project*; Peddler's
license*
b. Planning& Development Committee: Elimination of City Council as Appellate Body for Hearing
Examiner Decisions
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ordinances for first reading:
a. 1998 Budget amendment for Oakesdale Ave. SW project (see 9.a.)
b. Peddler's license (see 9.a.)
•.• c. Adopting State fireanns/dangerous weapons crimes by reference (approved via Public Safety
Committee report on 11/02/98)
Ordinance for second and final readiny-: Subdivision Ordinance amendments (1st reading 10/19/98)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
* 5:30 p.m. *
1999-2000 City of Renton Budget
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• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
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Referrals
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Request from Lawrence J. Schott, 1210 N. 33rd St., 98056, that the City increase human services funding
Proposal that the City Council be eliminated as appellate body for Hearing Examiner decisions
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Contract with the Renton Reporter to print & distribute CitySource for 1999-2000
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Request from Dale Christie that the City reduce its tax on pull tab revenues
Termination of broker& claims administration services; and recommendation that the City become a
member of the Washington Cities Insurance Authority for liability and property protection
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Boeing Company's appeal of the Hearing Examiner's decision approving a helistop at 901 Oakesdale
Letter from Renton School District 403 re: electronic readerboard sign at McKnight Middle School
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Briefing on the design of the Main Ave S Transit Way(Contra-Flow)
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ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Peddler's license (1st reading 11/16/98)
State firearms & dangerous weapons crimes (1st reading 11/16/98)
PUBLIC HEARING Now
11/23/98 — 1999-2000 Budget
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Regular Meeting
November 16, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN;
COUNCILMEMBERS TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY
KEOLKER-WHEELER.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; BETTY NOKES, Economic Development Director; TOM
BOYNS, Property Services Supervisor; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst;
COMMANDER KEVIN MILOSEVICH,Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 9, 1998, AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Vacation: Oakesdale Ave SW accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
(I-405 to SW Grady Way), to consider a petition to vacate a portion of Oakesdale Ave. SW from I-405 to
IBID Corp, VAC-98-003 SW Grady Way(IBID Corporation, VAC-98-003).
Tom Boyns,Property Services Supervisor, explained that the area requested to
be vacated is unimproved and no longer needed by the City. Originally platted
as Stibien Avenue before becoming Oakesdale,the alignment of Oakesdale was
then shifted to the west. The remaining segment of right-of-way lies more than
100 feet away from the existing Oakesdale Ave. SW. The City has no utilities
in the right-of-way, and the petitioner is also the sole abuttor to the property.
The Board of Public Works has reviewed and approved the request.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE VACATION REQUEST WITH THE CONDITION THAT
PUGET SOUND ENERGY BE GRANTED TIME TO OBTAIN AN
EASEMENT FOR ITS OVERHEAD TRANSMISSION LINES IN THE
RIGHT-OF-WAY. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• The Police Department will conduct traffic control emphasis at the
following locations this week: SE 19th St., SW Sunset Blvd., and NE 8th
and 6th Streets.
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• The City's Lobby Information Volunteers were recently honored at a
dinner hosted by the City Clerk Division, during which certificates of
service and gift certificates were provided to each volunteer in appreciation
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of service durations ranging from 15 years to one year.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Dale Christie, operator of Hillcrest Bowl at 2809 NE Sunset Blvd., Renton,
Citizen Comment: Christie— 98056, asked that the City reduce its current tax on pull tabs from 5% of gross
Pull Tab Tax Reduction revenues to a more equitable figure. Mr. Christie said the current tax amounts
to 20% of his net income from pull tabs, which he considered too high. For ..�
example, last quarter he had$201,000 in revenues from pull tabs,but paid out
$146,000 in prizes. Of the remaining$55,000,he paid the City more than
$10,000 in taxes. Mr. Christie claimed that several cities around the state now
assess taxes on pull tab revenues according to net,rather than gross,revenues.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS
MATTER TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Mr. Parker asked that the Administration provide the committee with as much
information as possible on this subject, including a sample form used for
reporting pull tab revenues and calculating the tax owing.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appeal: The Boeing Co. City Clerk reported appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision approving
Helistop on Oakesdale Ave construction and operation of a helistop at Boeing's headquarters building(901
SW,A-98- Oakesdale Ave. SW) for an initial period of five years; appeal filed on 11/02/98
by Charles E. Maudell, accompanied by the required fee. Refer to Planning&
Development Committee.
Executive: CitySource Printing Executive Department recommended approval of a contract in the amount of
&Distribution(Contract $64,800 with the Renton Reporter to print and distribute CitySource,the City's
w/Renton Reporter) newsletter to its citizens, on as a monthly basis in 1999 and 2000. Refer to
Community Services Committee.
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HR&RM: Broker&Claims Human Resources &Risk Management Department recommended the
Administration Agreements cancellation of agreements with Arthur J. Gallagher&Co. and Giesy, Greer&
Gunn, Inc. for broker and claims administration services,respectively; and
further recommended that Renton become a member of the Washington Cities
Insurance Authority effective January 1, 1999, for purposes of liability and
property protection. Refer to Finance Committee.
Streets: Main Ave S Transit Transportation Systems Division recommended that Council receive a briefing
Way(Contra-Flow)Project on the design of the Main Ave. S. Transit Way(or Contra-Flow)project. Refer
to Transportation Committee.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Dolores J. Gibbons, Superintendent of Renton
Citizen Comment: Renton School District 403,requesting that the City clarify and/or modify its Sign
School District—Electronic Code with respect to an electronic readerboard sign at McKnight Middle
Readerboard Sign at McKnight School. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
REFER THIS MATTER TO THE PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Nelson Correspondence was read from J.J.Nelson, Vice President of Facilities Asset
(The Boeing Company)— Management for The Boeing Company,PO Box 3707, Seattle, 98124,
Oakesdale Ave SW Extension expressing gratitude to the City for successfully completing the Oakesdale Ave.
SW extension within budget and on time.
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Citizen Comment: Schott— Correspondence was read from Lawrence F. Schott, 1210 N. 33`d P1., Renton,
Human Services Funding 98056, urging the City to increase its human services funding in the 1999-2000
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budget. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
REFER THIS LETTER TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE.
CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of
..... Finance Committee Claims Vouchers 164643—Unknown* and three wire transfers in the total
Finance: Vouchers amount of$3,839,511.39,and approval of Payroll Vouchers 163199— 163444
and 519 direct deposits in the total amount of$1,276,046.89. *Due to a system
error, staff was unable to print the actual checks for this run. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Police: Peddler's License Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending adoption of
the Peddler's License ordinance. This ordinance requires a peddler to be
licensed, which licensing will enable the City to regulate peddlers within
Renton city limits. The Committee further recommended that the ordinance
regarding this matter be presented for first reading. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 380 for ordinance.)
Mr. Parker explained that the regulations will ensure that all peddlers provide
the City with proper identification and other information. The charge will be
$75 per license (in addition to the regular business license fee), and all vehicles
used to conduct business will have to be clearly marked.
Responding to Councilman Corman,Mr. Parker confirmed that exceptions will
be available to groups such as the Girl Scouts for their annual cookie
fundraising efforts.
Planning & Development The following Planning&Development Committee report was tabled at the
�.... Committee 11/09/98 Council meeting. It was MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
Legal: City Council SECONDED BY CORMAN,COUNCIL TAKE THIS MATTER FROM THE
Elimination as Appellate Body TABLE AT THIS TIME. CARRIED.
for Hearing Examiner Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Decisions recommending the elimination of City Council as an appellate body for
Hearing Examiner decisions. The Committee met on this topic on Thursday,
November 5th. This issue was first raised by the recent Supreme Court case of
Mission Springs v. City of Spokane,wherein individual councilmembers were
held to be potentially liable in damages to a developer because of interference
with the issuance of a grading permit. The City Attorney explained to the
Council that the logic of that case would also extend to city councilmembers
sitting as appeals officers when handling appeals from decisions of the Hearing
Examiner. The Committee also noted that the appeal system is generally very
structured in that the Council must find an error in fact or law. When combined
with the appearance of fairness doctrine, which prevents city councilmembers
from discussing pending appeals with constituents, the appeal process is
confining and frustrating to both Councilmembers and constituents. For these
reasons, the Committee recommended that the full Council request the City
Attorney to draft an ordinance making all appeals from Hearing Examiner
decisions appealable to Superior Court and not to the City Council. The City
Council will retain its jurisdiction, as required by statute,to handle all rezones.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
*MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL REFER THIS REPORT AND ITS SUBJECT MATTER TO THE
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE TO BE DISCUSSED BY THE FULL
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COUNCIL BEFORE THE END OF THE CALENDAR YEAR. CARRIED.
Council President Edwards requested that the City Attorney attend the
Committee of the Whole meeting where this item will be discussed for the
purposes of providing information and advice to Council on this subject at that "MW
time.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS A resolution was read addressing the proposed 1999 King County Budget, and
Resolution #3359 urging that the King County Council adopt a 1999 Budget that implements and
Council: King County 1999 sufficiently funds the County's responsiIbility responsibilityas regional service provider to all
Budget(Position) citizens. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS RE,AD. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
meeting of November 23, 1998 for second and final reading:
Police: Peddler's License An ordinance was read amending Title V(Finance and Business Regulations)
of City Code by adding Chapter 20,Peddler's License. MOVED BY
CORMAN, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 11/23/98.
CARRIED.
Police: State Firearms& An ordinance was read amending subsection 6-10-1.K of Chapter 10, Criminal
Dangerous Weapons Crimes Code,of Title VI (Police Regulations) of City Code relating to the adoption by
reference of State firearms/dangerous weapons crimes. MOVED BY
CORMAN, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER
THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 11/23/98.
CARRIED.
Ordinance#4751 The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading: now
Development Services:
Subdivision Ordinance An ordinance was read amending Chapter 7, Subdivision Regulations, Chapter
Changes 8,Permits and Decisions, and Chapter 11, Definitions,of Title IV
(Development Regulations) of City Code by amending definitions,creating a
procedure for amendments to approved preliminary plats in the subdivision
regulations,revising the definition for pipestem lots,revising the submission
period for final plats from three years to five years, revising final plat submittal
requirements to allow for earlier submittals, and revising lot line adjustment
recording requirements to delete legal descriptions. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:08 p.m.
MARILYW. FLTtRSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
November 16, 1998
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR 3 8 i
Office of the City Clerk �7
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
November 16, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 11/23 1999-2000 Budget
(Edwards) 5:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 11/17 Contract with the Renton Reporter for
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. CitySource;
Contract with Calvin Jordan for design of
the City Hall ramp
FINANCE MON., 11/23 1998 Budget Amendment for Oakesdale
(Parker) 5:00 p.m. Ave SW project
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT THURS., 11/19 Taco Time Comprehensive Plan
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. amendments;
Multi-Family Moratorium;
Agreement with Kent re: potential
annexation areas
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION) TUES., 11/17 Main Ave. S. Transit Way (Contra-Flow)
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. project
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
November 23, 1998 ""'
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 16, 1998
4. PUBLIC HEARING: 1999-2000 Budget
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner reappoints the following individuals to the Municipal Arts Commission, all for a three- �+
year term expiring 12/31/2001: Bob Dunn, 17600 - 134th Ave. SE #A-201, Renton, 98058, Diana
Hagen, 14230 - 147th Ave. SE, Renton, 98059, Deborah Lea Hansen, 807 S. 32nd St., Renton, 98055,
and Doug Kyes, 3924 NE 11th P1., Renton, 98059. Council concur.
b. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends that a public
hearing be set for December 7, 1998 to take testimony on a proposal to declare City-owned property at
339 Burnett Ave. S. as surplus. Council concur.
c. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends a public
hearing be set for December 7, 1998, on the 60%Petition to annex 193 acres adjacent to the existing
City limits on the East Renton plateau. Council concur.
d. Finance & Information Services Department submits proposed ordinance approving the property tax
levy for general governmental funds and voter-approved bond issues. Council concur. (See 10.a. for
ordinance.)
e. Finance & Information Services Department recommends approval of final 1998 Budget amendments
in the total amount of$7,567,000. Refer to Finance Committee.
f. Transportation Systems Division requests authorization to temporarily close Logan Ave. S. between S.
2nd and 3rd Streets for approximately three months beginning December 1, 1998, for road
reconstruction. Council concur. (See agenda item 10. for resolution.)
8. CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from Craig Larsen, Director, King County Department of Parks & Recreation, regarding the
proposed elimination of King County park patrol operations effective January 1, 1999.
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with ..mo—
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: Contract with the Renton Reporter for CitySource; Contract with
Calvin Jordan for design of the City Hall ramp
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
9. OLD BUSINESS (continued from previous side)
b. Finance Committee: 1998 Budget amendment for Oakesdale Ave. SW project*
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
16. Resolution: Authorizing a temporary closure of Logan Ave. S. (see 71)
Ordinances for first reading:
a. 1999 property tax ordinance (see 7.d.)
b. 1998 Budget amendment for Oakesdale Ave. SW project (see 9.b.)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Peddler's license (1st reading 11/16/98)
b. Adopting State firearms/dangerous weapons crimes by reference (1st reading 11/16/98)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
* 5:30 p.m.
1999-2000 City of Renton Budget
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• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL
November 23, 1998 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Potential annexation area agreement with Kent
Annex 31.6 acres when Kent de-annexes it (between SR-167, 92nd Ave. S., S. 200th and S. 55th Streets)
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Letters from Patti Warden, Dean Kokjer& Dee Thierry requesting increased human services funding
Request from Cynthia Columbi & other Library Board members for increased library funding
1999 Property Tax ordinance
COMMITTEE ON COMMITTEES
Council compensation
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Request that Renton lower its pull tab tax to 7% of net receipts (petition)
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Two-year contract with Renton Reporter to print and distribute CitySource
Contract with Calvin Jordan for design of the City Hall ramp
PARK BOARD
Request for funding for Kennydale Creek ravine open space (Kim Browne)
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
1998 Final Budget Amendments (1st reading 11/23/98)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
12/07/98 — East Renton Plateau annexation(60%petition)
12/07/98 — Declaration of surplus property at 339 Burnett Ave. S.
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
November 23, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN;
COUNCILMEMBERS TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY
KEOLKER-WHEELER.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J.WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; VICTORIA RUNKLE,Finance &Information Services
Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN,Director of Neighborhoods &
Strategic Planning; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator;
CLARK PETERSEN, Library Director; ERIC IVERSON, Information Services
Operations Supervisor; STEVEN DENISON, Special Projects Coordinator;
DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; COMMANDER KEVIN MILOSEVICH,
Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 16, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Budget: 1999-2000 accordance with local and State laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
to consider the proosed 1999-2000 Budget.
Victoria Runkle, Finance&Information Services Administrator, said tonight's
hearing is the second and final hearing on the 1999-2000 Budget, which will be
adopted by Council by December 21 st.
Audience comment was invited.
Kim Browne, 1003 N. 28th Pl., Renton, 98056, asked that Council appropriate
money to acquire privately owned land in the Kennydale creek ravine area for
development as a public trail. Such an acquisition would preserve a natural
environment for wildlife habitat as well as aesthetic and recreational purposes.
Adding that the Kennydale area will be transformed in the next few years with
major single-and multi-family developments, she asked that the City move
now to protect this one small space.
Responding to Councilman Corman, Community Services Administrator Jim
Shepherd confirmed that the City currently has $200,000 available in matching
funds for open space acquisition.
Council President Edwards noted that a large part of this property is not
developable because of waterway setback requirements. Councilmember
Keolker-Wheeler suggested that if the developer is prevented from building
within 50 feet of the creek, this proposal might be better considered in terms of
environmental mitigation.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER
THIS REQUEST TO THE PARK BOARD. CARRIED.
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Correspondence was read from Patti Warden, 365 Maple Ave.NW, Renton,
98055; Dean Kokjer, Pastor, St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 3604 NE 10th
Ct., Renton, 98056; and Dee Thierry, 1190 Union Ave. NE#A-12, Renton,
98059, all supporting increased human services funding in 1999. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER ALL THREE
LETTERS TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• Construction on the Main Ave. S.project started last week and will
continue for approximately ten months.
• Renton sent Special Olympics athletes to the State bowling tournament and
to the State volleyball tournament last weekend.
• At the South King County paramedic forum on November 4th,Renton
Firefighter Todd Stanley was given a commendation for an off-duty action
on the night of July 29th,when he assisted at a motor vehicle accident
involving a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck.
• Fire Station 14's training tower will be officially dedicated by Mayor
Tanner at 2:00 p.m. on December 7th.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Cynthia Columbi, 1013 N. 31st St.,Renton, 98056, speaking on behalf of
Citizen Comment: Columbi - herself and fellow Renton Library Board members Gene Craig, Cathy Corman,
Library Funding Judy Milligan and Ken Ragland, urged the City to restore funding to the
library's book collection. Explaining that the funding for the Library's book
collection was drastically reduced in 1993 for the 1994 budget, she said the
Library Board asked for an additional $80,000 in 1999 to restore the book
budget to the 1993 level. The cost of materials has substantially increased, and
the reference collection in particular is suffering. Emphasizing that the library
is the best source of information and recreation for many Renton residents, she
noted that Seattle spends$49 per capita on library services, while Renton
spends only $25.
Councilman Corman suggested adding this request to the "unmet needs"list for
Council's consideration.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS REQUEST TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED.
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler,Ms. Columbi clarified that
the Board is requesting a funding increase of$60,000.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. At the request of a Councilmember, item 7.d. was removed for separate
consideration.
Appointment: Municipal Arts Mayor Tanner reappointed the following individuals to the Municipal Arts �•.rl
Commission Commission, all for a three-year term expiring 12/31/2001: Bob Dunn, 17600 -
134th Ave. SE#A-201, Renton, 98058, Diana Hagen, 14230 - 147th Ave. SE,
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Renton, 98059, Deborah Lea Hansen, 807 S. 32nd St.,Renton, 98055,and
Doug Kyes, 3924 NE 11th Pl.,Renton, 98059. Council concur.
EDNSP: Declaration of Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department
r. Surplus Property (339 Burnett recommended that a public hearing be set for December 7, 1998 to take
Ave S) testimony on a proposal to declare City-owned property at 339 Burnett Ave. S.
as surplus. Council concur.
Annexation: East Renton Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department
Plateau recommended a public hearing be set for December 7, 1998, on the 60%
Petition to Annex 193 acres adjacent to the existing City limits on the East
Renton plateau. Council concur.
Budget: 1998 Final Finance &Information Services Department recommended approval of final
Amendments 1998 Budget amendments in the total amount of$7,567,000. Refer to Finance
Committee.
Streets: Logan Ave S Transportation Systems Division requested authorization to temporarily close
Temporary Closure(S 2nd to S Logan Ave. S. between S. 2nd and 3rd Streets for approximately three months
3rd) beginning December 1, 1998, for road reconstruction. Council concur. (See
agenda item 10. for resolution.)
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY, COUNCIL APPROVE THE
CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 7.d. FOR
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration Finance &Information Services Department submitted proposed ordinance
Item 7.d. approving the property tax levy for general governmental funds and voter-
Finance: 1999 Property Tax approved bond issues.
Ordinance Council President Edwards suggested that this item be considered in
conjunction with all the other 1999-2000 budget items now before the
Committee of the Whole. Emphasizing that he knew of no dissension with the
Administration's property tax proposal, he nevertheless felt that, as this matter
involves the budget, it should be included in that process.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
REFER THIS ITEM TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Craig Larsen,Director,King County
King County: Elimination of Department of Parks&Recreation, announcing the proposal to eliminate King
Park Patrol Operations County park patrol operations effective January 1, 1999.
Finance: Pull Tab Tax A petition with 30 signatures of Renton-area pull-tab operators was read,
(Petition) requesting that the City reduce its pull tab receipts tax from 5%of gross
receipts to 7%of net receipts. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE PETITION TO THE FINANCE
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the
Community Services proposed contract with the Renton Reporter to print and distribute CitySource.
Committee CitySource,our monthly external newsletter, was established to enhance
Executive: Contract with communication between City government and the Renton business and
Renton Reporter for residential community. The basic goal is to inform Renton residents of current
CitySource issues, upcoming events and important information about the City.
The City requested proposals to print and distribute CitySource. A proposal
was received from the Renton Reporter. Since 1995,the City has used the
Renton Reporter for advertising timely information to our residents in a cost-
effective manner. Two recent surveys (the pool survey and cable channel 28
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survey)indicate that Renton residents obtain information about the City from
the Renton Reporter.
The Renton Reporter's proposal guarantees free delivery of the newspaper
which carries CitySource to every household within the Renton city limits, mind
using the current circulation number of 27,100. CitySource will run as a two-
page advertisement,normally falling in the center section. Total cost for the
two pages will be$2,700 per month. This cost includes 27,100 copies mailed
to residents,two additional colors and 500 copies of the newspaper for City
employees. This rate will be honored for 1999 and 2000, with adjustments
limited only to unforeseen postal-rate or newsprint increases. These
adjustments will be limited to the actual cost increases,with newsprint
calculated to the actual amount used by CitySource.
Charges for added circulation(for example, annexations) will be limited to the
actual cost of printing and postage. At current costs, added circulation will
amount to$210 per 1,000 additional copies printed and mailed.
The Community Services Committee recommended that the Mayor and City
Clerk be authorized to sign a two-year contract with the Renton Reporter to
print and distribute CitySource. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Parks: City Hall Ramp Design, Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Calvin Jordan, CAG-97-055 recommending that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute a
supplemental agreement to CAG-97-055, contract with Calvin Jordan
Associates, Inc., to add the City Hall ramp design to the current scope of work.
The cost of this design agreement($191,757) is already included in the total
cost of the ramp budget of$2,512,000.00. MOVED BY NELSON, Now
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Public Safety Committee Public Safety Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending that
Fire: Ambulance Company the Administration be authorized to enter into service agreements with local
Service Agreements ambulance companies. The Renton Fire Department has had verbal agreements
with local ambulance companies in effect for many years. In the last few years,
the number of ambulance companies asking to be put on rotation has increased.
In order for the Fire Department to outline the level of appropriate care that is
expected for our citizens,to set appropriate standards for companies responding
in Renton, and to ensure that we have leverage in the event that a company
does not meet our standards, it has become necessary to put the agreements in
written form. The agreement details the response time requirements, dress
code of ambulance employees, standards of service, equipment, staffing,
insurance requirements and liability for each company. The purpose of the
agreement is to provide an equal opportunity for the private ambulance
companies to be placed on the rotation. It also gives the Fire Chief the ability
to remove companies from rotation due to non-compliance with the agreement.
Each company must sign and abide by the terms of the agreement in order to be
placed on a dispatched rotation to provide basic life support transport for the
citizens of Renton. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of
Budget: 1998 Adjustment for an appropriation of$1,712,000 of mitigation revenue received in 1998 from
Oakesdale Ave SW Project The Boeing Company per the agreement adopted on November 26, 1997, for
November 23, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 389 389
improvements to Oakesdale Ave. SW from SW 16th Street to SW 27th Street.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See later this page
for ordinance.)
Planning &Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Committee recommending that Council authorize the Administration to execute the
Regional Issues: Kent proposed agreement with the City of Kent relating to potential annexation area
Potential Annexation Area designations. The Committee further recommended that the Administration be
Boundaries Agreement authorized to annex approximately 31.6 acres between SR-167 on the west and
92nd Ave. S. on the east, and between S. 200th St. on the south and S. 55th St.
on the north, when the City of Kent de-annexes it, pursuant to the agreement.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS A resolution was read authorizing the temporary closure of Logan Ave. S.
Resolution#3363 between S. 2nd St. and S. 3rd St. for reconstruction. MOVED BY
Streets: Logan Ave S SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
Temporary Closure RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
meeting of December 7, 1998 for second and final reading:
Budget: 1998 Amendment for An ordinance was read providing for 1998 Budget amendments in the total
Oakesdale Ave SW Project amount of$1,712,000 to accommodate planned expenditures for the Oakesdale
Ave. SW project,Phase 1. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 12/07/98. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4752 An ordinance was read amending Title V (Finance and Business Regulations)
Police: Peddler's License of City Code by adding Chapter 20, Peddler's License. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance#4753 An ordinance was read amending subsection 6-10-1.K of Chapter 10, Criminal
Police: State Firearms& Code, of Title VI(Police Regulations) of City Code relating to the adoption by
Dangerous Weapons Crimes reference of State firearms/dangerous weapons crimes. MOVED BY
CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Council President Edwards noted that it has been seven years since the last
Council: Councilmember compensation increase for City Councilmembers. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
Compensation SECONDED BY PAPRKER, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE
COMMITTEE ON COMMITTEES. CARRIED.
Mayor Tanner commented that the Administration wholeheartedly supports an
increase in Councilmember compensation.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL INTO
EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 20 MINUTES TO DISCUSS PROPERTY
ACQUISITION. CARRIED. Time: 8:30 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 8:50 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
November 23, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 390
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:01 p.m.
MARILYN YPUERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
November 23, 1998
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR 3 91
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
November 23, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 11/30 1999-2000 Budget
(Edwards) 5:30 p.m.
MON., 12/07 Municipal Court Judge Appointment;
5:30 p.m. Community-wide Marketing Campaign;
1999-2000 Budget
COMMITTEE ON COMMITTEES MON., 11/30 Council Compensation
(Edwards) 7:30 p.m. *Council Chambers*
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 12/07 Vouchers;
(Parker) 5:00 p.m. Washington Cities Insurance Authority;
1998 Budget Clean-up Ordinance
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PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT THURS., 12/03 Taco Time Comprehensive Plan
(Keolker-Wheeler) 3:00 p.m. amendments;
Multi-Family Moratorium
Council Chambers Boeing Helistop Appeal
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
,,,.. (Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
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**REVISED**
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
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REGULAR MEETING
December 7, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL,MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 23, 1998
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. East Renton Plateau 60%Annexation Petition— 193 acres located north and south of SE 128th St.
b. Surplusing of City-owned property located at 339 Burnett Ave. S.
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience continent period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner recommends that Darrell Igelmund, 3602 Lake Washington Blvd. N., Renton, 98056,
and James Phelan, 2401 NE 24th St., Renton, 98056, both be reappointed to the Police and Fire Civil
Service Commission, each for a six-year term expiring 12/31/2004. Council concur.
b. Mayor Tanner recommends that Terry Lee Jurado be appointed as Municipal Court Judge to fill the
unexpired term of Corinna D. Ham; term to expire 12/31/2001. The Mayor further recommends that
Mr. Jurado begin his term January 4, 1999, at the "C" step of the salary range. Council concur.
c. Mayor Tanner recommends the following appointments to the City's Board of Ethics, all effective
January 1, 1999, for varying terms: Gerry Marsh, 437 Williams Ave. N. 4107, Renton, 98055 (one
year); Pastor Karla Fredericksen, 3005 Park Ave. N., Renton, 98056 (two years); Joy Poff, 2925
Morris Ave. S., Renton, 98055 (three years); Randolph Holt, 327 Wells Ave. S., Renton, 98055 (four
years); and Rosemary Parris, PO Box 66037, Seattle, 98166 (five years). Refer to Community
Services Committee.
d. Mayor Tanner recommends that the following individuals be appointed to serve as Municipal Court
Judge Pro Tem, all for terms beginning 1/01/99 and expiring 12/31/99: Jerry J. Belur, Cheryl B.
Carey, Faye Chess-Prentice, Elizabeth M. Cordi-Bejarno, Frank Davidson, Charles Delaurenti, Gary
Faull, Michael J. Finkle, David M. Gaba, Patricia A. Green, Debra K. Hannula, Patrick Hardy,
Kathleen C. Healy, Lisa M. Herb, Kevin Hogan, Lin-Marie Hu, Susan Irwin, Timothy Jenkins, Kris
Jensen, Darrel C. Johnson, Eric P. Kaeding, James M. Kennedy, David R. Kirshenbaum, Jolul D.
Lawson,Norman R. Leopold, Roger 1. Lewis, Terence Lynch, Denise C. Marti, Bradford G. Moore,
Paul D. Murhy, Suzanne Pierce, Stephen L. Rochon, James T. Saulsbury, Robert Scales, Georgina D.
Sierra, Mona Smith, Donna K. Tucker, A. Mark Vanderveen, Jill Vanneman, and Reba Weiss.
Council concur.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
e. Court Case file by Jeffrey L. Needle, 119 First Ave. S. #200, Seattle, 98104, on behalf of Jeffrey C.
and Margaret Berry and Latrice N. Davis and Michael J. Davis, alleging that the City's Police
Department failed to exercise duty of care and take reasonable remedial measures to protect them from
racial and malicious harassment inflicted upon them by their former neighbors, Vici Sutherland and
Dianne Owens. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
f. Development Services Division recommends that the City rescind an existing covenant recorded in
1992 for road improvements to Lake Ave. South. The covenant was required as a condition of
approval for an office building development at the Renton Shopping Center that was never
constructed. Council concur.
g. Finance &Information Services Department requests authorization to purchase payroll and human
resources software and implementation services from Eden Systems in the amount of$350,000. Refer
to Finance Committee.
h. Transportation Systems Division submits CAG-98-076, 1998 Sidewalk Rehabilitation project; and
requests approval of the project, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount
of$8,528.84 to D.A. Zuluaga Construction., Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained.
Council concur.
i. Wastewater Utility Division submits CAG-98-068,NW 7th St. Sewer Replacement project; and
requests approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$18,088.85,
commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$6,706.17 to Snelson Co.,
Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
j. Water Utility Division submits CAG-98-028, Cedar River Utility Crossing, Schedule E, and requests
approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$1,928.69,
commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$6,627.77 to Terra Dynamics,
Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
k. Water Utility Division submits request from Woodman Construction, Inc. for reimbursement in the
amount of$3,799.30 for water main oversizing along Duvall Ave. NE near NE 4th St., provided to
comply with the City's Comprehensive Water System Plan. Council concur.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter from Scott B. Springer, Legacy Partners, 1756 - 114th Ave. SE#135, Bellevue, 98004,
transmitting a revised Property Use and Development Agreement for The Bluffs at Lake Washington,
and requesting that it be processed along with their 11/24/98 extension request. Refer to Planning&
Development Committee.
b. Letter from Bob Blayden, Blayden Design/Build, PO Box 3029, Renton, 98056, suggesting that rather
than referring appeals of Hearing Examiner decisions to Superior Court, such appeals instead be
referred to the Committee of the Whole. Refer to Committee of the Whole.
c. Petition submitted by Mallorie Taylor,Nicole McClure, Allison Moore and Amy Withers, containing
454 signatures of McKnight Middle School students who are concerned about logging in Newcastle
and Renton.
d. Letter from Jeffrey A. Roush, 1109 First Ave. #500, Seattle, 98101, requesting that the City cancel the
pending Austin Site rezone (3.2 acres located at 800 SW 16th Street, File No. R-97-161).
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*)may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee on Committees: Council Compensation; 1999 Council Committee assignments
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers; Washington Cities Insurance Authority; 1998 Budget Clean-up
Ordinance*
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Agreement with Kent re: potential annexation area boundaries (approved via Planning &
.�. Development Committee report adopted 11/23/98)
b. Declaring property located at 339 Burnett Ave. S. to be surplus, and authorizing its sale (see 4.b.)
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10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS (continued from previous page)
Ordinances for first reading:
a. East Renton Plateau annexation(see 4.a.) .
b. 1998 Budget Clean-up (see 9.b.)
Ordinance for first readinsz and advancement to second and final reading: 1999 Property Tax ordinance
Ordinance for second and final reading: 1998 Budget amendment for Oakesdale Ave. SW project
(1st reading 11/23/98)
11. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics - call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
* 5:30 p.m.
1. Municipal Court Judge appointment
2. Community-wide Marketing Campaign
3. 1999-2000 City of Renton Budget
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Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Prepare & submit Notice of Intent to Annex for East Renton Plateau area to Boundary Review Board
Letter from J. Roush requesting cancellation of the Austine site rezone (R-97-161)
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
Court case filed by Jeffrey and Margaret Berry and Latrice Davis and Michael Davis
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Letter from Bob Blayden re: Hearing Examiner appeal process
Petition from McKnight Middle School students re: concerns about logging
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Appointments to the Board of Ethics
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Payroll and human resources software purchase from Eden Systems
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
r... Agreement with Kent re: potential annexation area boundaries
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Zoning in the East Renton Plateau annexation area
Property use and development agreement for The Bluffs at Lake Washington (Scott B. Springer)
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
East Renton Plateau annexation(1st reading 12/07/98)
1998 Budget year-end adjustments (1st reading 12/07/98)
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
December 7, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER;DAN
COUNCILMEMBERS CLAWSON; KING PARKER;TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY CORMAN;
TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J.WARREN, City Attorney;MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; SUSAN CARLSON, Economic Development,Neighborhoods&
Strategic Planning Administrator;MIKE WEBBY,Human Resources&Risk
Management Administrator; VICTORIA RUNKLE, Finance&Information
Services Administrator; CLARK PETERSEN, Library Director; JOE
MCGUIRE, Court Services Director; MICHAEL KATTERMANN,Director of
Neighborhoods&Strategic Planning; PAUL KUSAKABE,Fiscal Services
Director; DON ERICKSON, Senior Planner;PENNY BARTLEY, Staff
Services Manager; OWEN DENNISON, Associate Planner;DEREK TODD,
Finance Analyst; COMMANDER DENNIS GERBER,Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 23, 1998,AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARINGS The proper notices having been posted and published in accordance with local
Annexation: East Renton and state laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing to consider the East
Plateau, A-98-001 Renton Plateau 60%Annexation Petition for 193 acres located north and south
of SE 128th Street.
Owen Dennison,Associate Planner, explained that Council accepted the 10%
Notice of Intent to Annex petition for this proposal on October 12th, and
authorized circulation of the 60%petition. The first public hearing on zoning
was held before the Planning Commission on November 18th. Since then,the
60%petition has been certified as sufficient by the King County Assessor's
Office.
Continuing,Mr.Dennison said the proposed annexation area is minimally
developed with medium or low density single family and small-scale
commercial uses. Much of it remains vacant. Renton's Comprehensive Plan
designates the area as Residential Rural,Residential Single Family,Residential
Options, and Convenience Commercial. Typical zoning would be R-5,R-8,R-
10 and Convenience Commercial,respectively.
The City had a fiscal impact analysis conducted for this proposal,based on both
current development and on the property's full development potential. At
current development, the annexation would create an annual shortfall of
$26,311. At full development, it would generate annual revenues of$277,553.
These figures represent General Fund impacts only and do not address the
Waterworks Funds,which operate as self-funding enterprises.
Mr.Dennison reported that King County is currrently involved in two projects
addressing problem surface water areas(one of which located immediately
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downstream of the proposed annexation area and the other of which addresses
erosion in the Maplewood Creek ravine). If Renton approves this annexation,
King County may ask that it participate monetarily in these projects. The
Surface Water Division's capital improvement project budget already includes
about$600,000 for improvements to the Maplewood Creek ravine.
Annexation would also require one additional neighborhood park and one
additional community park to serve the projected full-development population
of 1,892 in this area. Estimated costs for park acquisition and development
have been included in the fiscal analysis. Water service would continue to be
provided by Water District#90 upon annexation, although Renton would
provide fire, wastewater and sanitary sewer services.
Mr. Dennison noted that the benefits of annexation are that it would give
Renton control over land uses along this gateway corridor. Also, any new
development would be served by sewers, subject to City regulations. He added
that the annexation is generally consistent with Renton's Comprehensive Plan
policies and the objectives of King County's Boundary Review Board.
One unresolved issue is the request from the Issaquah School District that
Renton authorize and collect impact fees on its behalf from new development in
the proposed annexation area(much of which overlaps the school district's
boundaries). This matter has already been referred to Council's Finance
Committee.
Audience comment was invited.
Mike Snow, 14114 SE 132nd St.,Renton, supported the annexation but was
concerned about the potential for higher density zoning(i.e.,R-8 and R-10).
Saying that most of the developed area has been built out at much lower
densities and noting that much of the surrounding area is already zoned R-8, he
suggested that Renton apply zoning no higher than R-5 to the annexation area.
He advised that one reason to do so would be to reduce the pressure on
infrastructure needs in this area.
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Mr. Dennison said reducing
the zoning density at this point would require an amendment to Renton's
Comprehensive Plan, which could be initiated by the City after the first of the
year. He added that R-5 can only be applied within one-half mile of the urban
growth boundary.
Claudia Donnelly, 10415 - 147th Ave. SE, Renton, urged Council to approve
the Issaquah School District's request for impact fees in this area. Explaining
that Issaquah voters rejected two school bond issues last year, she felt it was
appropriate that new development pay for its impacts on the school system. On
another subject,Ms. Donnelly said a proposed single family development in
this area has been appealed to the King County Council. If it moves forward,
she questioned what the agreement will be between Renton and King County
for this project. She was concerned about potential traffic and surface water
runoff problems in this area, and said that R-8 zoning is not compatible with R-
4 or R-5 zoning since apartments do not belong in single family residential
areas.
Councilman Corman replied that while he understands the importance of
education and the need to provide funding for this purpose,he felt that the
Issaquah School District should supply Renton with information about how it
will use any impact fees collected within Renton. He specifically was interested
in any plans to use these impact fees to build new facilities benefiting Renton
December 7, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 398
residents. Councilman Parker commented that this fee is estimated to be about
$6,000 to $8,000 per single family home.
Ben Reid, 14412 SE 128th St.,Renton,requested specific information on who
will be responsible for paying for any sewers constructed in this area. Mayor
Tanner offered to send Mr. Reid information on this subject.
Mike Proulx, 14331 - 138th Ave. SE,Renton, responded to a comment made by
Ms. Donnelly by clarifying that R-8 is a single family zoning category,not
multi-family as was implied.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY NELSON,COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ACCEPT
THE 60%PETITION TO ANNEX THE EAST RENTON PLATEAU AREA,
CONTINGENT ON APPROVAL FROM THE BOUNDARY REVIEW
BOARD, AND AUTHORIZE THE ADMINISTRATION TO PREPARE AND
SUBMIT A NOTICE OF INTENT TO ANNEX THIS AREA TO THE
BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD. CARRIED. (See page 403 for ordinance.)
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
REFER THE MATTER OF ZONING IN THIS AREA TO THE PLANNING&
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
EDNSP: Surplus Property, 339 The proper notices having been posted and published in accordance with local
Burnett Ave S and state laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing to consider surplusing
of City-owned property at 339 Burnett Ave. South.
Susan Carlson,Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning
Administrator, explained that this approximately 27,000 square foot,primarily ""rr
vacant, site was purchased in 1995 to provide additional property for the
downtown transit center. Final plans for the transit center and the piazza have
subsequently negated the City's need for this site.
Numerous persons have expressed interest in purchasing this property for
development. Given that the City's vision for the downtown involves urban
densities and and an intensity of uses, including market rate housing and vibrant
retail space, staff recommends that the property be sold for a mixed-use
development consistent with the Renton's objectives for this area. Ms. Carlson
added that staff recommends selling the property now since the market is still
active and good quality developers would likely be interested in the site.
Bill Kreager, Mithun Partners, described three ways in which the property could
potentially be developed. Common factors among the three scenarios were
three to four stories of high-density housing (62 units), with commercial uses on
the ground floor and structured parking for residents. Mr. Kreager added that
the successful proposal would have to consider how the adjoining alley, the
neighborhood to the west, and Burnett Ave. S would all be affected.
Ms. Carlson concluded that if Council approves surplusing this property, staff
would advertise for requests for proposals for development. All proposals
would be required to meet certain criteria as determined by the City; for
example, they would have to address concerns of area neighbors relating to
light and bulk. now
Audience comment was invited.
December 7, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 399
Jeff Dineen, 320 Smithers Ave. S., Renton, 98055, submitted a petition
containing eleven signatures expressing concern about this proposal. Mr.
Dineen said although area neighbors had previously submitted a similar petition
r... last April also regarding this subject, at which time they asked to be kept
apprised of and involved in the process,no notice was given of the City's recent
proposal until the day before Thanksgiving. He questioned whether the site
must be sold quickly and added that the City has seemingly ignored the request
of nearby residents that the property be considered for long-term parking rather
than high density development. Mr. Dineen concluded that the three proposals
described by Mr. Keager are unacceptable to the neighbors due to: the large
volume of traffic projected for the alley; the height of the building, which would
dramatically affect light and openness for existing property owners; and
balconies on the alley side of the building would negatively impact privacy for
residents to the west.
Councilman Corman hoped that the City would listen to Mr. Dineen's ideas,
especially as the property is still publicly owned at this time. He also suggested
that the City give priority to development proposals that demonstrate mitigation
of impacts to neighboring residents.
Mayor Tanner stated that Renton's entire downtown core is zoned for high-
density housing; thus all the development proposals will be required to include
this as a component of the project.
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, City Attorney Lawrence J.
Warren said the City is not required to surplus the property before soliciting
proposals for its development; however, it is possible that no proposals would
be received unless the property was formally declared to be surplus. Mr.
�. Warren added that Council will still have the opportunity to review the
proposals before actually selling the site to a third party. The City would not
have to accept any of the proposals if it judged none them all to be
unsatisfactory.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED. (See page 403 for resolution.)
Councilman Parker asked that letters of notification be sent to neighboring
property owners keeping them informed of actions taken related to this site.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler added that the residents should also be given
a chance to provide input on the criteria developed for the request for proposals.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included:
* The Recreation Division's Special Population Program hosted over 150
participants, volunteers,parents and friends at the annual Fall Sports
Awards Banquet at the Renton Senior Activity Center.
* The Recreation Division also hosted the Washington Recreation and Park
Association's 1998 Non-contact State Flag Football Tournament on
December 5th and 6th.
* Firefighter Gary Harsh was named the department's 1998 Renton
Firefighter of the Year.
* The rainstorm which occurred on November 25th was nearly a 25-year
December 7, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 400
event, with 3.2 inches of rain falling within 24 hours. The City's drainage
system handled the heavy volume efficiently.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. At Council President Edwards' request, item 7.b. was removed for ..rl
separate consideration.
Appointment: Civil Service Mayor Tanner recommended that Darrell Igelmund, 3602 Lake Washington
Commission Blvd.N.,Renton, 98056, and James Phelan, 2401 NE 24th St.,Renton, 98056,
both be reappointed to the Police and Fire Civil Service Commission, each for a
six-year term expiring 12/31/2004. Council concur.
Appointment: Board of Ethics Mayor Tanner recommended the following appointments to the City's Board of
Ethics, all effective January 1, 1999, for varying terms: Gerry Marsh,437
Williams Ave.N. #107, Renton, 98055 (one year); Pastor Karla Fredericksen,
3005 Park Ave. N.,Renton, 98056 (two years); Joy Poff, 2925 Morris Ave. S.,
Renton, 98055 (three years); Randolph Holt, 327 Wells Ave. S., Renton, 98055
(four years); and Rosemary Parris, PO Box 66037, Seattle, 98166 (five years).
Refer to Community Services Committee.
Municipal Court: Judge Pro Mayor Tanner recommended that the following individuals be appointed to
Tem Appointments serve as Municipal Court Judge Pro Tem, all for terms beginning 1/01/99 and
expiring 12/31/99: Jerry J. Belur, Cheryl B. Carey,Faye Chess-Prentice,
Elizabeth M. Cordi-Bejamo, Frank Davidson, Charles Delaurenti, Gary Faull,
Michael J. Finkle,David M. Gaba,Patricia A. Green,Debra K. Hannula,
Patrick Hardy, Kathleen C. Healy, Lisa M. Herb,Kevin Hogan, Lin-Marie Hu,
Susan Irwin,Timothy Jenkins,Kris Jensen, Darrel C. Johnson, Eric P. Kaeding,
James M. Kennedy,David R.Kirshenbaum, John D. Lawson,Norman R.
Leopold, Roger 1. Lewis,Terence Lynch,Denise C. Marti, Bradford G. Moore,
Paul D. Murhy, Suzanne Pierce, Stephen L. Rochon,James T. Saulsbury, ..%
Robert Scales, Georgina D. Sierra,Mona Smith, Donna K. Tucker, A.Mark
Vanderveen,Jill Vanneman, and Reba Weiss. Council concur.
Court Case: Berry&Davis v. Court Case filed by Jeffrey L.Needle, 119 First Ave. S. #200, Seattle, 98104,
Renton et al. on behalf of Jeffrey C. and Margaret Berry and Latrice N. Davis and Michael J.
Davis, alleging that the City's Police Department failed to exercise duty of care
and take reasonable remedial measures to protect them from racial and
malicious harassment inflicted upon them by their former neighbors, Vici
Sutherland and Dianne Owens. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
Development Services: Lake Development Services Division recommended that the City rescind an existing
Ave S Covenant(Rescission) covenant recorded in 1992 for road improvements to Lake Ave. South. The
covenant was required as a condition of approval for an office building
development at the Renton Shopping Center that was never constructed.
Council concur.
Finance: Payroll/Human Finance&Information Services Department requested authorization to
Resources Software, Eden purchase payroll and human resources software and implementation services
Systems from Eden Systems in the amount of$350,000. Refer to Finance Committee.
CAG: 98-076, 1998 Sidewalk Transportation Systems Division submitted CAG-98-076, 1998 Sidewalk
Rehabilitation,DA Zuluaga Rehabilitation project; and requested approval of the project, commencement of
Construction 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$8,528.84 to D.A.
Zuluaga Construction., Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained.
Council concur.
CAG: 98-068,NW 7th St Wastewater Utility Division submitted CAG-98-068,NW 7th St. Sewer
Sewer Replacement, Snelson Replacement project; and requested approval of the project, authorization for
Co final pay estimate in the amount of$18,088.85, commencement of 60-day lien
December 7, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 401
period, and release of retained amount of$6,706.17 to Snelson Co., Inc.,
contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
CAG: 98-028, Cedar River Water Utility Division submitted CAG-98-028, Cedar River Utility Crossing,
.... Utility Xing, Schedule E,Terra Schedule E, and requested approval of the project, authorization for final pay
Dynamics estimate in the amount of$1,928.69, commencement of 60-day lien period, and
release of retained amount of$6,627.77 to Terra Dynamics,Inc., contractor, if
all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
Public Works: Water Main Water Utility Division submitted request from Woodman Construction, Inc. for
Oversizing Reimbursement, reimbursement in the amount of$3,799.30 for water main oversizing along
Woodman Construction Duvall Ave. NE near NE 4th St., provided to comply with the City's
(Duvall/NE 4th) Comprehensive Water System Plan. Council concur.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM
7.b. FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration Mayor Tanner recommended that Terry Lee Jurado be appointed as Municipal
Item 7.b. Court Judge to fill the unexpired term of Corinna D. Ham; term to expire
Municipal Court: Appointment 12/31/2001. The Mayor further recommended that Mr. Jurado begin his term
of Judge Jurado January 4, 1999, at the "C" step of the salary range.
Council President Edwards expressed assurance that Judge Jurado will serve the
City well in this role. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT OF TERRY LEE
JURADO TO MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Scott B. Springer, Legacy Partners, 1756 -
Citizen Comment: Springer- 114th Ave. SE#135,Bellevue, 98004, transmitting a revised Property Use and
The Bluffs @ Lake WA, Development Agreement for The Bluffs at Lake Washington, and requesting
Property Use&Development that it be processed along with their 11/24/98 extension request. MOVED BY
Agreement EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS
MATTER TO THE PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Blayden - Correspondence was read from Bob Blayden,Blayden Design/Build, PO Box
Hearing Examiner Appeal 3029, Renton, 98056, suggesting that rather than referring appeals of Hearing
Process Examiner decisions to Superior Court, such appeals instead be referred to the
Committee of the Whole. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE COMMITTEE OF
THE WHOLE. CARRIED.
City Attorney Lawrence J. Warren commented that land use appeals to Superior
Court are now resolved within four to five months, and no longer take two years
as asserted by Mr. Blayden.
Citizen Comment: McKnight Petition was read submitted by Mallorie Taylor,Nicole McClure,Allison
Students Petition-Logging Moore and Amy Withers, containing 454 signatures of McKnight Middle
Concerns School students who are concerned about logging in Newcastle and Renton.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Roush- Correspondence was read from Jeffrey A. Roush, 1109 First Ave. #500, Seattle,
Austin Site Rezone 98101,requesting that the City cancel the pending Austin Site rezone(3.2 acres
(Cancellation Request),R-97- located at 800 SW 16th Street, File No. R-97-161). MOVED BY EDWARDS,
161 SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE
ADMINISTRATION. CARRIED.
December 7, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 402
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a report regarding City Council
Committee on Committees compensation. The Committee on Committees reviewed the topic of increasing
Council: Council the monthly compensation for City Councilmembers, and found that:
Compensation 1. Council compensation was last reviewed in 1991; NNW
2. Renton's population has increased steadily during the years since City
Council compensation was last reviewed;
3. The City Council continues to address local and regional issues of increasing
complexity; and
4. A recommended increase should consider 1) the annual cost of living
increases for Renton city employees, 2) the Consumer Price Index of the Seattle
area, and 3) the compensation of other city councils in the region.
It was understood that Councilmembers, under state law, cannot vote in their
own salary increase for their current term of office. Therefore,the Committee
recommended that the City Council approve an increase in the City Council
salary to $950 per month,beginning January 1, 2000.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of
Budget: 1998,Year-End an ordinance authorizing adjustments in the amount of$7,677,000 to the 1998
Adjustments Budget to cover unanticipated or prior-approved costs. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 403 for ordinance.)
HR&RM: Broker Service Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending concurrence
Agreement Cancellations; in the staff recommendation to cancel services of broker agreements with .�
Washington Cities Insurance Arthur J. Gallagher&Co. -Denver and Giesy, Greer&Gunn, Inc. for 1999. In
Authority Membership addition, the Finance Committee recommended concurrence in the staff
recommendation to become a member of the Washington Cities Insurance
Authority (WCIA)beginning January 1, 1999. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of
Finance: Vouchers Claims Vouchers 164659 - 164674& 165321 - 165772 and one wire transfer in
the total amount of$2,755,838.97; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 163445 -
163698 and 518 direct deposits in the total amount of$1,268,579.16. MOVED
BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of
Payroll Vouchers 163699 - 163937 and 521 direct deposits in the total amount
of$1,284,248.80. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3364 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Regional Issues: Potential interlocal agreement between the cities of Renton and Kent relating to potential
Annexation Area Boundaries, annexation area designations. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
Agreement with Kent SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
December 7, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 403
Resolution #3365 A resolution was read declaring property surplus, located on the northwest
EDNSP: Surplus Property, 339 corner of S. 4th St. and Burnett Ave. S., and authorizing the Mayor and City
Burnett Ave S Clerk to enter into agreements to sell such property at its fair market value.
WAW MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of December 14, 1998 for second and final reading:
Annexation: East Renton An ordinance was read annexing approximately 193 acres, including properties
Plateau, A-98-001 located north and south of SE 128th St. from the Renton city limits to 152nd
Ave. SE (if extended), to the City of Renton (East Renton Plateau annexation;
A-98-001). MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 12/14/98. CARRIED.
Budget: 1998,Year-End An ordinance was read providing for the 1998 year-end budget adjustments in
Adjustments the total amount of$7,677,000, and establishing the Waterworks Revenue
Parity Bond Fund. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 12/14/98. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and advanced to second
and final reading:
Budget: 1999, Property Tax An ordinance was read establishing the property tax levy for 1999 for both
Levy general purposes and for voter-approved bond issues. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING.*
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Finance &Information
Services Administrator Victoria Runkle confirmed that the recommended
property tax levy revenues will provide sufficient funds for Council to allocate
nearly$540,000 for specific items to be included in next year's budget.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance#4754 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Budget: 1999, Property Tax MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT
Levy THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED.ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
Councilman Schlitzer requested that the budget—including the prior year's
comparison—be provided to Council earlier next year. He explained that
allowing an extra month for purposes of evaluation and deliberation would help
ease the burden on staff to respond to questions from Councilmembers.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4755 An ordinance was read providing for 1998 Budget amendments in the amount
Budget: 1998, Oakesdale Ave of$1,712,000 to accommodate planned expenditures for the Oakesdale Ave.
SW Project Expenditure SW project-Phase 1. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRE,SENTED.
ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
December 7, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 404
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:18 P.M.
MARILYN Y PL4tRSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
December 7, 1998
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
December 7, 1998
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 12/14 Hearing Examiner Appeals
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 12/14 Vouchers;
(Parker) 6:00 p.m. Payroll System Contract
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Schlitzer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
4 D AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
December 14, 1998
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF DECEMBER 7, 1998
4. SWEARING-IN CEREMONY— RENTON MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE
Oath of acceptance administered to Terry Lee Jurado, newly appointed Renton Municipal Court Judge,
by the Honorable Can-nen Otero, retired King County Superior Court Judge
5. APPEAL: Boeing Helistop at 901 Oakesdale Ave. SW; AAD-98-113
In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-16.D, no public hearing on the appeal shall
be held by the City Council. No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted by the
City Council unless a party can show that the evidence they are presenting could not reasonably have
been available at the hearing before the Examiner. If the Council determines that additional
evidence is required, it may remand the matter to the Examiner for reconsideration.
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
MONO
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner recommends that Natalie Dohm, 3815 Monterey Pl. NE, Renton, 98056, be appointed
to the Planning Commission for a three-year term expiring 6/30/2001. Refer to Community Services
Committee.
b. City Clerk submits 1998 General Election certification; Proposition No. 1, Family Pool Construction
Bonds —7,025 Yes votes and 5,770 No votes (defeated). Information.
c. City Clerk/Cable Manager recommends approving the merger of the existing cable television franchise
between TCI and AT&T. Refer to Community Services Committee.
d. Court Case filed by Russ Eager in United States District Court alleging wrongful and malicious arrest
and imprisonment, excessive force, and assault and/or battery in connection with his arrest (for theft
and resisting arrest) on 10/19/96. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
e. Court Case filed by Bernadine Spivey and Claudette Thomas alleging bodily injuries and pain and
suffering in connection with an automobile/pedestrian accident on 8/11/98. Refer to City Attorney and
Insurance Services.
f. Development Services Division recommends acceptance of a dedication of additional right-of-way for
a 42-foot section of S. 34th St. to comply with City Code short plat requirements (Stiegman, SHP-98-
026). Council concur.
g. Municipal Court Division recommends renewal of the current probation services contract with Wesley ..r
E. Etheridge for 1999 and 2000 at annual costs of$61,200 and $62,400, respectively. Council concur.
h. Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Division recommends adoption of the 1998 Zoning Map Book
and Zoning Wall Map, incorporating specific rezones already approved in 1998. Council concur. (See
I I.d. for ordinance.)
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
107,
i. Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Division recommends that a public hearing be set on 1/11/99 to
take testimony on the proposal to extend the moratorium on adult book stores for an additional six
months. Council concur.
j. Wastewater Utility Division submits 1998 Long-Range Wastewater Management Plan. Refer to
Utilities Committee.
9. CORRESPONDENCE
10. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Hearing Examiner Appeals; 1999 Budget*
b. Committee on Committees: 1999 Council Committee assignments
c. Finance Committee: Vouchers; Payroll System Contract
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ordinances for first readin,z and advancement to second and final reading:
a. 1999 Utility Rates for all customer classes (see 10.a.)
b. Council compensation (approved via committee report on 12/07/98)
c. 1999 Budget (see IO.a.)
d. 1998 Zoning Map Book and Wall Map (see 81.)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. East Renton Plateau annexation (1st reading 12/07/98)
b. 1998 Budget Clean-up (1st reading 12/07/98)
12. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
a. Executive Department requests authorization to purchase a 26,442 square-foot parcel from Puget
Western, Inc. at a cost of$374,877.52 for the purpose of building a ramp adjacent to City Hall to
improve public access. Council concur.
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
Hearing Examiner Appeals
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28
AND ARE RE-CABLECAST TUESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M., WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 P.M. AND SATURDAYS AT 5:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL
December 14, 1998 City Clerk's Office
Referrals ...r
ADMINISTRATION
Purchase property from Puget Western, Inc. for City Hall ramp
Request for progress reports on Village on Union(Willing Demonstration Project) and The Orchards
demonstration project
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
Court Case filed by Russ Eager v. Renton et al
Court Case filed by Bernadine Spivey and Claudette Thomas v. Renton
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Appointment of Natalie Dohm to the Planning Commission
Merger of existing cable television franchise between TCI and AT&T
MAYOR & CITY CLERK
Agreement with Eden Systems for payroll software and implementation/training services
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Letter from Donald Schumsky requesting change to City's downtown core card room restrictions
Multi-family development standards and guidelines
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
1998 Long-Range Wastewater Management Plan
WNW
PUBLIC HEARING
1/11/99 —Adult Book Store Moratorium Extension
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
December 14, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; DAN
COUNCILMEMBERS CLAWSON; KING PARKER; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY CORMAN;
TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; SUSAN CARLSON,Economic Development,Neighborhoods
& Strategic Planning Administrator; VICTORIA RUNKLE, Finance&
Information Services Administrator; JOE MCGUIRE, Court Services Director;
PAUL KUSAKABE,Fiscal Services Director; JENNIFER TOTH HENNING;
Senior Planner; JUDGE TERRY LEE JURADO, Municipal Court; DEREK
TODD,Finance Analyst; COMMANDER DENNIS GERBER, Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF DECEMBER 07, 1998, AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
SWEARING-IN The Honorable Carmen Otero,retired King County Superior Court Judge,
CEREMONY administered the oath of acceptance to Municipal Court Judge, Terry Lee
Municipal Court: Judge Terry Jurado.
Lee Jurado
Judge Otero explained that she has known Judge Jurado since he served as her
bailiff when she was a judge in Superior Court. She said she was so impressed
with his attitude that she encouraged him to pursue becoming a judge.
Expressing his thanks, Judge Jurado stated that Judge Otero is a great example
of what a judge should be.
RECESS MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, RECESS FOR JUDGE
JURADO'S WELCOMING RECEPTION. Time: 7:40 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 7:55 p.m., roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
APPEAL Planning &Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Planning & Development regarding the appeal of the Hearing Examiner's decision approving the helistop
Committee construction and operation at Boeing's headquarters building(901 Oakesdale
Appeal: The Boeing Co. Ave. SW) for an initial period of five years; appeal filed on 11/02/98 by
Helistop on Oakesdale Ave Charles E. Maudell. The Committee convened on December 3, 1998,to
SW, CU-98-113 consider the appeal.
Boeing expects to use the helistop to bring in prospective customers to its
headquarters. It expects that the helistop will be used for one to eight
helicopter trips per month and be otherwise available for use by the community
in emergencies. One of the conditions imposed by the Hearing Examiner
+� would have required Boeing to reapply for another conditional use permit after
five years. Boeing appealed this condition.
The Committee found that there was a substantial error of fact in the Hearing
December 14, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 410
Examiner's decision. Specifically, the Committee found there was no evidence
in the record to support:
1. Conclusion#5 as it relates to noise problems or the concern regarding
future requests by other landowners for similar permits; Una
2. Conclusion#6 as it relates to noise;
3. Conclusion#12 as it relates to noise and future requests by other
landowners for similar permits.
As it appears those conclusions led to the imposition of Condition#1,there was
no evidence to support that condition imposed by the Hearing Examiner.
Therefore, the Committee recommended that the City Council reverse the
decision of the Hearing Examiner relating to Condition#1 and eliminate that
condition. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• On December 8th,over 150 dedicated Senior Activity Center Volunteers
were honored for their work during the past year.
• The Fire Station#14 Training Tower was dedicated on December 7th to the
memory of Battalion Chief Larry Eager, who advocated advancement of
the fire service through training.
Regional Issues: Regional Mayor Tanner reported that at a meeting held last Thursday, the Regional wood
Wastewater Services Plan Water Quality Committee voted eight to three for a three-plant option for the
Regional Wastewater Services Plan. The matter will go before the County
Council in January or February of next year.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appointment: Planning Mayor Tanner recommended that Natalie Dohm, 3815 Monterey Pl.NE,
Commission Renton, 98056,be appointed to the Planning Commission for a three-year term
expiring 6/30/2001. Refer to Community Services Committee.
City Clerk: 1998 General City Clerk submitted 1998 General Election certification; Proposition No. 1,
Election Certification,Family Family Pool Construction Bonds-7,025 Yes votes and 5,770 No votes
Pool Bond (defeated). Information.
City Clerk: TCI&AT&T City Clerk/Cable Manager recommended approving the merger of the existing
Cable TV Franchise Merger cable television franchise between TCI and AT&T. Refer to Community
Services Committee.
Court Case: Eager v. Renton et Court Case filed by Russ Eager in United States District Court in an
al, CRT-98-015 undetermined amount alleging wrongful and malicious arrest and
imprisonment, excessive force, and assault and/or battery in connection with
his arrest(for theft and resisting arrest)on 10/19/96. Refer to City Attorney
and Insurance Services.
Court Case: Spivey and Court Case filed by Bernadine Spivey and Claudette Thomas in an
Thomas v. Renton, CRT-98- undetermined amount alleging bodily injuries and pain and suffering in .�
014 connection with an automobile/pedestrian accident on 8/11/98. Refer to Citv
Attorney and Insurance Services.
December 14, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 411
Development Services: S 34th Development Services Division recommended acceptance of a dedication of
St Right-Of-Way Dedication, additional right-of-way for a 42-foot section of S. 34th St. and Wells Ave. S. to
Stiegman Short Plat, SHP-98- comply with City Code short plat requirements (Stiegman, SHP-98-026).
.,� 026 Council concur.
Municipal Court: 1999-2000 Municipal Court Division recommended renewal of the current probation
Probation Services Renewal, services contract with Wesley E. Etheridge for 1999 and 2000 at annual costs
Wesley Etheridge, CAG- of$61,200 and$62,400,respectively. Council concur.
Planning: 1998 Zoning Map Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Division recommended adoption of the
Book and Wall Map Adoption 1998 Zoning Map Book and Zoning Wall Map, incorporating specific rezones
already approved in 1998. Council concur. (See page 412 for ordinance.)
Planning: Adult Book Store Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Division recommended that a public
Moratorium Extension hearing be set on 1/11/99 to take testimony on the proposal to extend the
moratorium on adult book stores for an additional six months. Council concur.
Utility: 1998 Long-Range Wastewater Utility Division submitted 1998 Long-Range Wastewater
Wastewater Management Plan Management Plan. Refer to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Donald Schumsky,423 Airport Way,Renton,
Citizen Comment: Schumsky- 98055,requesting modification of the zoning code to allow card room use at
Card Room Restriction Zoning Schumsky's All City Diner on Airport Way. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
Change SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
EDNSP: Pavilion Building Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler inquired as to when a report to Council can
Improvements be expected regarding the Piazza and Pavilion building project. Mayor Tanner
replied that a consulting firm has been contracted to come up with
recommended uses for the Pavilion building and a report will be forthcoming in
January or February of 1999.
Building: Village on Union Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler asked that the Administration provide
(Willing Demonstration progress reports(including a resident survey) in early 1999 regarding the
Project)/The Orchards Village on Union(Willing Demonstration Project) and The Orchards
Demonstration Project Demonstration Project.
Planning: Multi-Family MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
Development Design COUNCIL REFER THE GENERAL TOPIC OF DESIGN GUIDELINES AND
Guidelines and Standards STANDARDS FOR MULTI-FAMILY DEVELOPMENT TO THE
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding the contract with
Finance: Payroll/Human Eden Systems for Y2K Payroll and Human Resources software. The
Resources Software, Eden Committee has reviewed the revised issue memorandum dated December 10,
Systems, CAG- 1998,regarding: 1)the payroll software contract with Eden Systems; and 2)the
option to purchase human resource software from Eden Systems.
The Committee recommended that the Council authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute a contract with Eden Systems to purchase payroll software and
implementation/training services at the cost of$99,325,plus tax. The
Committee also recommended that if staff concludes that Eden's human
resources software program meets the City's needs that the Mayor and City
Clerk be authorized to execute a contract with Eden to purchase human
resource software and implementation/training services at the cost of$33,125,
plus tax. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
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December 14, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Pa-e 412
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of
Claims Vouchers# 165773 - 166172 and two wire transfers in the total amount
of$2,220,865.61. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following ordinances were presented for first reading and advanced to
RESOLUTIONS second and final reading:
Finance: 1999 Utility Rates An ordinance was read amending subsections 8-1-9-A, 8-1-913.1, 2, and 3, and
8-1-9.0 of Chapter 1, Garbage, and subsection 8-4-31.C.1 of Chapter 4, Water,
of Title VIII (Health and Sanitation) of City Code relating to 1999 Utility Rates
for all customer classes. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY
EDWARDS, ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4756 Following second and final reading of the above-mentioned ordinance, it was
Finance: 1999 Utility Rates MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
Council: Councilmember An ordinance was read amending subsection 1-5-1.0 of Chapter 5, Council, of
Compensation Title I (Administrative)of City Code by revising Councilmembers' salaries,
effective January 1, 2000, for newly elected Councilmembers. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER,ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE
FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4757 Following second and final reading of the above-mentioned ordinance, it was
Council: Councilmember MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT
Compensation THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION ..,r
CARRIED.
Finance: 1999 Budget An ordinance was read adopting the annual Budget for the year 1999 in the
amount of$130,665,376 and establishing fees for certain park and golf
activities. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING.
CARRIED.
Ordinance#4758 Following second and final reading of the above-mentioned ordinance, it was
Finance: 1999 Budget MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
Planning: 1999 Zoning Map An ordinance was read adopting the 1998 map amendments to the zoning
Book and Wall Map Adoption classifications of properties located within the City of Renton. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4759 Following second and final reading of the above-mentioned ordinance, it was
Planning: 1999 Zoning Map MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT
Book and Wall Map Adoption THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4760 An ordinance was read annexing approximately 193 acres, including properties
Annexation: East Renton located north and south of SE 128th St. from the Renton city limits to 152nd
Plateau, A-98-001 Ave. SE(if extended),to the City of Renton(East Renton Plateau annexation;
A-98-001). MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
December 14, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 413
ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL; ALL AYES.
MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance#4761 An ordinance was read providing for the 1998 year-end budget adjustments in
r... Budget: 1998,Year-End the total amount of$7,677,000, and establishing the Waterworks Revenue
Adjustments Parity Bond Fund. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL; ALL
AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, AUTHORIZE THE
Executive: Property Purchase ADMINISTRATION TO PURCHASE A 26,442 SQUARE FOOT PARCEL
from Puget Western for City FROM PUGET WESTERN, INC. AT A COST OF$374,877.52 FOR THE
Hall Ramp,AC- PURPOSE OF BUILDING A RAMP ADJACENT TO CITY HALL TO
IMPROVE PUBLIC ACCESS. CARRIED. The parcel is located between
Main Ave. S. and Grady Way.
Council: 12/21/98 and Council President Edwards announced that the regularly scheduled Council
12/28/98 Meeting meetings of December 21 and December 28, 1998, and the Committee of the
Cancellation Whole meeting on January 4, 1999, have been cancelled.
Council: 1999 Council MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL OPEN
President and Council NOMINATIONS FOR 1999 COUNCIL PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL
President Pro tem PRESIDENT PRO TEM. CARRIED.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
NOMINATE COUNCILMAN KINGSLEY PARKER AS 1999 COUNCIL
PRESIDENT. CARRIED.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL
NOMINATE COUNCILMAN RANDY CORMAN AS 1999 COUNCIL
PRESIDENT PRO TEM. CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL RECESS
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 40 MINUTES TO DISCUSS PROPERTY
ACQUISITION. Time: 8:28 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:10 p.m.;roll was called; all Councilmembers
were present.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:11 p.m.
N4ta
MARILYWJ. PLARSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
December 14, 1998
�. CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
December 14, 1998
**Regular City Council Meeting Cancelled 12/21 and 12/28**
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 12/21 *CANCELLED*
(Edwards)
MON., 12/28 *CANCELLED*
MON., 1/04 *CANCELLED*
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 12/15 Board of Ethics Appointments;
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. TCl/AT&T Merger;
Planning Commission Appointments
FINANCE MON., 1/04 Vouchers
(Parker) 7:15 p.m.
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT THURS., 12/17 McKnight Middle School Sign Code
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Modification;
Taco Time Comprehensive Plan
Amendment;
Multi-Family Moratorium
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Corman)
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION) TUES., 12/15 Regional Transit Authority- Sound
(Schlitzer) 4:00 p.m. Transit Routing(briefing only)
UTILITIES THURS., 12/17 Wastewater Comprehensive Plan
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m.
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
RENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTE INDEX
1999
January-December
2000,Golf Lesson Fee Increases 364,366,378
Airport 2000,King County Metro Rate Increase Pass-Throughs
Boeing Co.Lease of Apron C 428 407,408
Control Tower HVAC,Design Air,CAG-99-018 113 2000,Pavilion Building Funding 387,396,413
Kaynan Corp Lease Extensions(LAG-84-003&LAG-85- 2000,Property Tax Collections 390
011) 248,269 2000,Property Tax Levy 363,388,390
Lane Hangar Condo Association Lease 9,20 2000,Property Tax Levy&Rate,and Revenue Sources
N 6"'St Access Restriction,Boeing(Hazardous Materials 362,384
Transport) 363 2000,Property Tax Levy Limit Factor 363,390
Pro-Flight Aviation Lease 60 2000,Property Tax Rates 355
Seaplane Base Rehab Design,Reid Middleton,CAG-98-108 2000,Solid Waste Utility Rates 363,366,378
90,91,103 2000,Utility Rates Increase(Pass-Through from Metro)
Seaplane Dock Rehabilitation 9 421
Sky Harbor Aviation Lease Assignment to South Cove Automatic Increases in Future Utility Rates 408,421
Ventures(LAG-84-006) 133,146 Building
Sky I larbor Aviation I.case,Change re I lazardous Materials 1997 Uniform Codes&Fees 18
(LAG-84-006) 113, 124 Junk(Abandoned)Vehicles&Vehicle farts,Clcan-up on
•:1 Wildlife(Fowl)Hazards,Dept of Agriculture Agreement Private Property 268,298,299,310
101,123 View Protection for Residential Areas,Peterson 258
Annexation CAG
Davis,132nd Ave SE(Union Ave NE),A-98-003 48,58, 89-021,Solid Waste Collection Contract,Extension to
133, 154,167,169 6/2000 444
East Renton Plateau(SE 128th St) 56,57 94-015,Joint Reuse Project with King County/Metro 91
East Renton Plateau Zoning 32,126 97-029,1997 Slurry Seal,Blackline Inc 239
East Renton Plateau Zoning(SE 128"'St),Thornton 101 97-099,Monster Road Bridge Replacement,CA Carey Corp
Kent Potential Annexation Areas Agreement 205 192
Knight, 144th Ave SE&SE 132nd St 307,326 97-115,S Renton Sewer Replacement,Gary Merlino Const
Morrison,SE 120"'to 128"'and 155"Ave SE,A-99-001 Co 178
248,265,342,360 97-131,DT&Springbrook Springs Corrosion Control,
Smith,Hoquiam Ave NE&SE 113th St 133,153,398, Harbor Pacific 178
420,431 98-001,Oakesdale Ave SW Extension,Phase 1,Scarsella
Smith(Zoning) 413,421,431 Bros 204
Appeal 98-002,Renton City Hall Tenant Improvements,Arango
Campen Springs Site Approval(Talbot Rd),SA-98-039 Const Co 239
I
204,245 98-016,Mazda&Holm Buildings Demolition,Wyser
Labrador Ventures Plat,Sager 164 Construction 331
Labrador Ventures Preliminary Plat,2700 Lk Wash Blvd N 98-026,Ron Regis Park Construction,Bargmann
(SA-98-141) 113,162,176 Excavation 331
Pierre Grady Way Rezone from CO to IM,SA-98-126 8, 98-029,1998 Street Overlay,MA Segale 192
88,89 98-031,SW 27th St Culvert Replacement,RW Beck 41
Renton High School Modernization(Site Plan and 98-051,NE 27th St&Aberdeen Ave NE Storm Drainage
Variance),Renton School District(SA-99-120) 439 Improvements&East Kennydale Sewer Interceptor,
Renton Technical College Rezone from P-1 to IL,R-95-099 Gary Merlino Const Co 331
113, 142 98-067,Lind Ave&SW 27th Traffic Installation,
RPI Retail Building at Renton Center,Ted TransTech Electric 91
Abernethy/Motorcycle Works(SA-99-082) 439 98-083,Maplewood Fish Creek Channel,CA Goodman
Tamaron Pointe Apts,2100 Lk Wash Blvd N(SA-98-123) Const 407
59 98-088,Renton Municipal Jail,CEC Inc 398
Trammell Crow Residential-Tamaron Pointe Apts 98-090,Williams&Wells Avenues Bridge Painting,A&A
(Withdrawal) 133 Coatings 192
Appointment 98-096,Scour Remediation for May Creek Bridge&
Board of Adjustment 306 Oakesdale Drainage Ditch,Kohl Excavating 192
Board of Ethics 11 98-108,Airport Seaplane Base Rehab,Reid Middleton 90,
Human Rights&Affairs Commission 90, 125, 145,297 919 103
Library Board 145 98-112,N 8th St&Houser Way Reconstruction,RW Scott
Municipal Arts Commission 306,331,427 Const 32
Municipal Court Judge Pro Terns 416 98-134,Benson Rd S Walkway,RJC Inc 227
Planning Commission 11,47,191 98-147,1999 Emergency Medical Services Funding(Basic
Planning Commission,Brosman 47 Life Support),King County 285
Boards/Commissions 98-160,CitySource Publication Schedule(Renton Reporter)
Municipal Arts Commission Award to Diana Manning 305 179,206,331,376
Park Board,Kennydale Open Space Request 33 98-163,Human Resources Module of Payroll System,Eden
Budget Systems 60,72
1998 Financial Summary 69 99-001,Kennydale Lakefront Sewer Replacement Pre-
1999 Adjustments 71,81,82,94 Design,KCM Inc 9
1999,Six-Year TIP Mid-Year Adjustments 240 99-008,Highlands Neighborhood Center Reconstruction
1999,Utility CIP Reprioritizations&Funding Reallocations Design,Pacific Engineering Techologies 18
228 99-009,Database Modeling&Design,JA Young 32
1999 Year-end Adjustments 407,420,421 99-014,Cedar River Water&Sewer District Boundary
2000 386,405,429,431 Agreement 41,50
2000 Budget,Mayor's Presentation 371 99-015,Commute Trip Reduction Services,King County
2000,Property Tax Rates 353 41,49,50
2000,Animal License Fee Changes(New Two-Year 99-016,FlexPass Program,King County Contract 41,49,
Licenses) 364,366,378 50
2000,Bingo Tax Rate Change for Non-Profits 388,390
RENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTE INDEX
1999
January-December
99-017,FlexPass Program,WSDOT Grant Funding 41,49, 99-086,200 Mill Ave S Bldg Plumbing Replacement,
50 Pilchuck Contractors 267,454
99-018,Airport Control Tower HVAC,Design Air 113 99-087,200 Mill Ave S Bldg Security System,JPL Const
99-021,N 40"'&Meadow Ave Storm System,Harlow 267,455
Const 101,285 99-088,200 Mill Ave S Bldg Fire Alarm System,
99-026,Old City Hall Real Estate(Leasing)Services,Craig Automated CMU Corp 267,428
Kinzer&Pacific Real Estate Partners 48 99-090,200 Mill Ave S Bldg Lobby Renovation,Litchfield
99-028,Windsor Hills Sewer Replacement Survey, Const 267,454
Penhallegon Assoc,60 99-096,Talbot Crest&Denny's Lift Stations Design,RH2
99-029,Downtown Piazza&Gateway Design,Berger Engineering 227
Partnership 80 99-097,Downtown Park&Gateway Construction,A-1
99-030,Burnett Ave S Reconstruction,Merritt+Pardini 80 Landscaping 277,287
99-034,Local Hazardous Waste Mgmt Plan,Seattle-King 99-098,Kent Potential Annexation Areas Agreement 205
County 60,92,94 99-099,1999 Waterfowl Management Program(Dept of
99-035,Waste Reduction Education,DOE Grant 60,92,93 Agriculture,et al.) 204
99-036, 1999 Business Recycling Program&Special 99-100,200 Mill Ave S Building Marblecrete Repair,JPL
Recycling Event,King County 60,92,93,103 Construction 276,455
99-037,Emergency Water Well EW-3 Corrosion Control, 99-103,Mt Olivet Reservoir Recoating&Cathodic
Economic&Engineering Services 91 Protection,Jones Painting 285
99-038,Emergency Well(EW-3)Drilling,Holt Drilling 99-105,CDBG Funds from King County 258,259
133,353 99-106,HOME Funds from King County 258,259
99-040&99-041,Shuffleton Redevelopment Agreements 99-111,Ramp Metering on I-405,WSDOT 206,220
(EIS Prep&Funding) 80 99-113,Lk Wash Blvd Water Main Replacement,A&A
99-042,Aid Car Purchases(3),Braun NW 101 Excavating 306
99-0449 Jail Inmate Health Services,Occupational Health 99-115,Houser Way Improvements,Agreement w/Boeing
Services 49,51, 178,208 (Obermeyer Property Access)285,298
99-045,Y2K-Compliant Utility Billing Software, 99-117,1999 Sidewalk Rehab,Gary Merlino Const Co 317
Springbrook Software 41,93 99-118,Transit Signal Priority&Traffic Control Center
99-046,Class Registration Software,ESCOM 80,103 Projects,Bucher Willis&Ratliff Engineering&
99-049,Sunset Blvd Rockery Repair,AAA Rockery 164, Architectural Services 277,286
268 99-122,Renton Community Marketing Campaign,Year
99-051,SW 27th St Culvert Procurement,Oldcaslle Precast Two,Hamilton/Saunderson Partnership 258,268
(aka Utility Vault Co) 156,1649 317 99-138,Downtown Transit Center Access,TIB Funds 285
99-052,Oakesdale Ave SW(19th to 31st),Kato&Warren 99-140,Main Ave S Railway Warning Device Upgrade
114,123,307 (BNSF) 307
99-059,S Renton Sewer Replacement(Phase 2),Gary 99-142,Cedar River Flood Control Project,Grant from Sate
Merlino Const Co 192 Dept of CTED 318,319
99-061,Jail Services from Okanogan County 49,50 99-147,SW 23rd St Drainage Channel Contamination
99-063,Thunder Hills Sanitary Sewer Access Road, Clean-up,Foss Environmental 307
Hammond Collier&Wade 133 99-154,Highlands Sub-Area Urban Design Plan,CNA
99-064,1999 Street Overlay,MA Segale 218 Architects 248,259
99-065,Cedar River Trail Maintenance(by Renton of King 99-155,Burnett Ave S Realignment,Parametrix Design
County-owned portion) 145,169 386
99-066,Shattuck Ave S Stormline Replacement,DA 99-158,Municipal Court Judge Computer&Printer,State
Zuluaga 219,407 Reimbursement 386,389
99-067,Logan Ave S Improvements,Joint Work w/Seattle 99-159,Issaquah School District Impact Fees 374,388,389
(Corrosion Control) 156 99-161,Inflow&Infiltration Program Study,King County
99-068,SW 27th St Culvert Replacement,Scoccolo Const 374,399,400
219,439 99-172,NW 2nd St Storm System Improvement,King
99-069,Maplewood&Teasdale Parks Play Equipment County 416,420
Installation,Custom Dirt Works 258 99-175,Commute Trip Reduction Funds(1999-2001),King
99-070,Senior Activity Center Roof Replacement,Queen County 408,420
City Sheet Metal 258,269,455 99-179,Special Event&Volunteer Coordination Services
99-072,Oakesdale Ave SW,Phase 2,TIB Funding 205, in 2000,Sonja Mejlaender 443
209 99-194,Wildlife(Fowl)Hazard at Municipal Airport,Dept
99-073,Blaine Ave NE Water Main Replacement,Grant of Agriculture Agreement 101,123
Const Co 238,399 00-008,Pavilion Bldg Feasibility Analysis,Columbia
99-074,N 30th&Park Ave Water Main&Sidewalks,Gary Hospitality 429
Merlino Const Co 248 Citizen Comment
99-076,SW 23rd St Drainage Improvement,Tydico 248, Baker-Performing Arts Center @ Renton High School
407 100
99-077,Highlands Neighborhood Center Reconstruction, Bang-Tony's Cleaners Relocation Assistance 156,163
CHY4 277 Beckley-Naming of the Downtown Piazza 407
99-078,Emergency Power Upgrades to Water Pump Beckley-Gambling Revenue Taxation 59
Stations,JR Electric 276 Beckley-highlands Neighborhood Center Reconstruction
99-079,Cedar River Trail Relocation,Philip Environmental 80
Services 306 Bernard-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 132
99-082,City Hall Parking Garage Access Ramp,Gary Bissonnette-King County Solid Waste Plan 179
Merlino Const 276 Bonnell-Parking in Parking Lots(Semi-Trucks,RVs,etc.)
99-083,Skyway Coordinated Water System(1999 Update), 432
King County 219,230,240 Brosman- Planning Commission Reappointment 47
99-084,200 Mill Ave S Bldg 2nd Floor Deck Repair, Brosman-Taco Time Expansion 7
Diamaco 267,317 Brown-North Renton Neighborhood Association Picnic
99-085,200 Mill Ave S Bldg Fire Sprinkler Project,Ace 306
Fire Protection 268,454
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTE INDEX
1999
January—December
Brown-Oversizing Reimbursement on East Renton King-Washington State World War II Memorial Fund
Interceptor 114 Contribution from Renton 308
Brown-Sikh Temple on Talbot Road 163,330 Kirkland—"The Bluffs"Development Time Extension 31
Browne-Labrador Ventures Development,2700 Lk Wash Labrador Ventures-Request for Reimbursement for
Blvd,PP-98-141 114 Oversizing the Clover Creek Sewer Main 278,288
Browne—"The Bluffs"Development,Time Extension& Larson-Property Assessment Increases 238
Mitigation Fees 30 Larson—Gambling Establishments&Tax Rates 60
Browne—Kennydale Open Space Request 31 Leavitt-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 123,132,
Burroughs-Coal Creek Utility District,Proposed Partial 143
Assumption by Bellevue 385 Lee—Animal Restrictions 60
Buyce-Fireworks Ban 247 Mandl—Kennydale Open Space Request 30
Campen-Campen Springs Site Approval,Talbot Rd 247, Mapili—Stafford Crest Plat,Staff Assistance 101
251 Mason—Tony's Cleaners Equipment Relocation(Aquifer
Campen-TCI Cablevision Service 209 Protection Regs) 100
Carter-Sound Transit Light Rail Alignments 260 McCaffree-Seattle City Light Power Line Access Fee,
Cascade Water Alliance—Renton Participation 91 Shelton Ave NE 219
Centex Homes-Windwood Subdivision Sanitary Sewer McGann—City View Estates Water Runoff Problems(NW
Latecomer Agreement 133 2nd St) 47
City of Everett—Sales Tax Exemptions for Manufacturing Miller—Taco Time Expansion 12
Equipment 91 Millett—Skate Parkin Renton 101
Dally-Downtown Renton Revitalization 363 Morgan-Renton River Days,Events&Vendors in the
Darst—Veterans'Memorial 70 Downtown 276
de Michele-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 144 O'Halloran-Fireworks Ban 268
Dineen—Surplus Property(4'i'&Burnett)Sale& Olson-Skateboard Park in Renton 164,169
Development 100 Orme—Gambling Tax Rates 31
Dokken—Gambling Establishments 48 Pace-Endangered Species Act 204
Donnelly-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 131,438 Palmer—Tamaron Pointe Apts,2100 Lk Wash Blvd 60
Duffus-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 123,143 Paulsen-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 143
Eastlake-Former Municipal Building Tenant Space 317 Persson—Renton Rotary Annual Auction 64
Elder-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 438 Petersen-Facilitating Citizen Input and Comment 374
Evans-Campaign Signs on City ROW 362 Petersen-Renton Future Utility Rates Tied to CPI(1-695
Evans-Coulon Park Boat Mooring Raft Unavailability 251 Effect) 417
Evans-Councilmember Conduct During Committee Peterson-View Protection for Residential Areas 258
Meetings 320 Petition re Crime Concerns in North Renton 205
Evans-Sunset Blvd Need for Add']Crosswalks 112 Postlewait-Piazza Renton,Request for Support 122
Evans-Traffic Concerns(Bronson Way/Sunset/Maple Pound-Fireworks Ban 268
Valley Highway) 353 Richter-1999 Tree Lighting Event 416
Evans-Tree-Cutting Variance for Bethlehem Lutheran Richter-New Single Family Dwelling at 308 Factory Ave
Church 170 N 203
Evans—"Cover Your Load"Regulation Enforcement 21 Richter-Police Response to Dangerous Incident on 4/20/99
Evans—Coulon Park Grassy Area(Rain-Saturated) 73 144
Evans—Highlands Neighborhood Center Reconstruction Richter-Return to Renton Car Show 248
70,83 Richter—Zoning of Gambling Uses 59
Fitzgerald—Kirkland Pl.Street Vacation Compensation Rogers-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 144
(VAC-97-007) 19 Rollins-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 143
Fletcher-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 373,387 Rossnagel—Skate Park in Renton 71
Ford-A-Frame Signs 330 Sager-Labrador Ventures Plat(PP-98-141) 114,164
Ford-Initiative 695(MVET Rollback) 341 Schumsky—Zoning of Gambling Uses 59
Franklin—Zoning of Gambling Uses;Bryn Mawr Sewer Shorter-Churches as Conditional Uses(Process&
Project 59 Requirements) 432
Gary Merlino Const Co-Bid Protest on DT Park& Siemion— Taco Time Expansion 4
Gateway Project 278 Siu—Gambling Establishments&Renton City Image 9,81
Gerber-Sunset Highlands Street&Sidewalk Improvements Smyth-Kensington Crest Condo Development 428
308 Steiner—Gambling Tax Rates 31,385
Gevers-Prohibition Against Advertising Parked Vehicles Stewart-Skateboard Park in Renton 163
For Sale 385 Thornton—East Renton Plateau Annexation Zoning(SE
Gilbert-Renton Government Access Channel 28 220 128"'St) 101
Griffin-Surface Water Design Manual 144 Trammell Crow Residential-Tarnaron Pointe Apts Appeal
Hays-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 144 (Withdrawal) 133
Helgeson—City View Estates Water Runoff Problems(NW Urback-Valley Zoning Code Amendments 164
2nd St) 47 Various Residents—City View Estates Water Runoff
Heppenstall-Adult Retail Uses 238 Problems(NW 2nd St) 48
Highlands Community Association-Renton Housing Vukov—Gambling Establishments&Proposed Tax
Authority,Maintenance of Housing Stock 249 Increase 48
Hoben—Surplus Property(4"&Burnett)Sale& Wagner-Construction Activities Allowable Hours 318
Development 100 Walsh-Alley Condition at NE 6th PI(Request for City
Holcomb-Tree-Cutting Variance for Bethlehem Lutheran Repair) 115
Church 163 Wilcock-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 132,143,
Horvath—Taco Time Expansion 7 373,415,439
Irons-Issaquah School District Impact Fees 132,144 Williamson-Junk Vehicles on Private Property 306
Iszley-Gambling Tax 387 Wyatt—Millenium"Companion Flag" 71
Jorgenson—Gambling Uses(Zoning Restrictions) 64 City Clerk
Kent Mayor Jim White-South King County Human 1999 General Election Canvass Results 439
Services Forum 408 1999 Primary Election Certification 416
1999 Renton Population 258
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTE INDEX
1999
January-December
City Code&Development Regulations Fees 277,278,289 "The Bluffs"Time Extension,Kirkland 31
Development Regulations,Establishing Priority for the A-Frame Sign Fees 418,421
Master Zoning Use Table 178,179,196 A-Frame Signs 308,327,429
Quarterly Contract List,1/99-3/99 156 A-Frame Signs,Ford 330
Quarterly Contract List,10/98-12/98 31 Building Inspector Step Upgrade 389
Quarterly Contract List,4/99-6/99 258 Building Inspector/Combo Pay Rate 374
Quarterly Contract List,7/99-9/99 398 Butco Property Development Inquiry 432
Renton Government Access Channel 28,Gilbert 220 Campaign Signs on City ROW,Evans 362
TCI Customer Service 10 Campen Springs Site Approval(Appeal),Talbot Rd(SA-98-
TCI Merger with AT&T 10,11 039) 245
WMCA President's Award 11 I Campen Springs Site Approval,Talbot Rd,Campen 247,
Community Event 251
1999 Renton River Days Wrap-up 284 Churches as Cond'I Uses(Process&Requirements),Shorter
1999 Tree Lighting Event,Richter 416 432
Millenium"Companion Flag,"Wyatt 71 City View Estates Water Runoff Problems(NW 2nd St),
North Renton Neighborhood Association Picnic,Brown Helgeson 47
306 City View Estates Water Runoff Problems,McGann 47
Renton River Days,Events&Vendors in the Downtown, City View Estates Water Runoff Problems,Various
Morgan 276 Residents 48
Renton River Days Permit Fee Waivers&Banner Construction Activities Allowable Hours,Wagner 318
Installation 219 Development Regulations,Establishing Priority for the
Renton Rotary Annual Auction,Persson 64 Master Zoning Use Table 178,179,196
Return to Renton Car Show,Richter 248 Forrest Creste Apts ROW Dedication,NE 6th @ Duvall
Return to Renton Car Show Proceeds Benefitting DARE 297
315 Fred Meyer Request for Release of Easements,485 Renton
Comprehensive Plan Center Way SW 407
1999 Amendments 331,364,377 Freestanding Signs at Public Facilities(McKnight) 63,73
Anona Ridge Change from Rural to Single Family(2412 Junk Vehicles on Private Property,Williamson 306
Femdale PI NE) 398,418 Kensington Crest Condo Development,Smyth 428
Changes to Annual Amendment Review Process 122, 134, Klinefelter Short Plat ROW Dedication(Meadow Ave N/N
249,266,299,319,320,390 30th St),SHP-99-041 277
Human Services Element 81 La Pianta Project,Citizen Request for Greater Density
Policy and Zoning Issues(DT-Area Emergency Design (Wilcock) 399
Guidelines) 308 La Pianta Project,NE 3rd/NE 4th and Edmonds Ave NE
Southport Development Comprehensive Plan Amendments, 400
Rezone&Code Amendments 332 Labrador Ventures Project,ex parte communications 32
Transportation Element Updates 439 New Single Family Dwelling at 308 Factory Ave N 219
West Hill,Potential Annexation Area Boundary Change to New Single Family Dwelling at 308 Factory Ave N,Richter
Include 398,419 203
Council Oakesdale Business Park Wetland Buffering Averaging
1999 Council Committee Assignments 9 (Use of City Property) 145,167
1999 Legislative Priorities 19 Parking in Parking Lots(Semi-Trucks,RVs,etc.),Bonnell
2000 Committee Assignments 441 432
2000 Council President Election(Corman) 431 Permitted Hours for Construction Activities 354
2000 Council President Pro Tem(Schlitzer) 431 Ribera Removal of Restrictive Covenants(NE 4th St) 2049
2000 Legislative Priorities 354 229
Certificate of Appreciation to Dan Clawson 457 Root Short Plat Removal of Restrictive Covenants(500
Councilmember Conduct During Committee Meetings, block of S Tobin) 113,125
Evans 320 RPI Retail Building at Renton Center,Appeal by Ted
Initiative 695(MVET Rollback and Voter Approval Abernethy(SA-99-082) 439
Required for Tax&Fee Increases) 339,342,343 Sarang Baptist Church Removal of Restrictive Covenants
King Parker Named"Citizen of the Year" 239 113,125
Labrador Ventures Project,ex parte communications 32 Sikh Temple on Talbot Road,Brown 163,330
Meeting Cancellation(2/15/99) 34 Southport Project,Facilitating Citizen Input and Comment,
Meeting Cancellation(8/02/99) 240 Petersen 374
Meeting Cancellation(12/27/99) 421 Taco Time Development Agreement(Headquarters on
Meeting Cancellation(1/03/00) 422 Maple Valley Hwy) 249,364
Meeting Cancellation(1/17/00) 457 Tamaron Pointe Apts,2100 Lk Wash Blvd N(SA-98-123)
Recognition of 1998 Council President Bob Edwards 4 59
Court Case Tamaron Pointe Apts,2100 Lk Wash Blvd,Palmer 60
98-015,Plumbers&Pipefitters Union v Renton,et al. 8 Temporary Signs for Special Events 333
99-001,Carpenters Unions v Renton et al. 18 Tree-Cutting Variance for Bethlehem Lutheran Church,
99-002,Angeles Metal Systems v Renton et al. 31 Evans 170
99-003,Washington Air Reps v Renton,et al.,59 Tree-Cutting Variance for Bethlehem Lutheran Church,
99-004,Robert Marshall v Renton 59 Holcomb 163,194
99-005,AT&T Wireless Services v Aberdeen et al. 113 Uniform Building Codes,1997 Update 71,72,73,82
99-006,Iglesias v Renton 204 Wilkinson Short Plat ROW Dedication,Shattuck Ave S/S
99-007,Prouty v Renton 258 22nd Pl,SHP-99-021 307
99-008,Stein v Renton 317 EDNSP
99-009,Brown v Renton 386 Annual Consultant Rosters for Environmental Services
99-010,Errol Norman v Renton 398 (1999&2000) 60
Development Services Auto Mail Area"A"Expansion&Exemption 442
"The Bluffs"Time Extension&Mitigation Fees 30 City-County Communications&Marketing Assn(3CMA)
"The Bluffs"Time Extension&Mitigation Fees,Browne Awards 349
30 Conference Center Feasibility Work 92
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTE INDEX
1999
January-December
Downtown Pavilion Building,Use Alternatives 102 Gambling Tax Rates,Steiner 31,385
Downtown Pavilion Update 10 Golf Course Bonds Refunding(1994) 101,104, 105
Downtown Renton Revitalization,Dally 363 Human Resources Module of Payroll System,Eden
Gateway Signage(Grady Way&Oakesdale,Maple Valley Systems,CAG-98-163 60,72
Hwy&Orcas) 298 Initiative 695 (MVET Rollback and Voter Approval
Highlands Sub-Area Urban Design Plan,CNA Architects Required for Tax&Fee Increases) 278,294,339,342,
248,259,440 343
Hiring of Economic Development Specialist @ Step E of Initiative 695,Ford 341
the Salary Range 307,318 Internal Loans for Utility CIP Projects 248,259
Hiring of Senior Planner at Step E 289,298 Issaquah School District Impact Fees,Info and Audience
Neighborhood Grant Program 101 Comments 123,126,131 -133,143,144,373,374,387,
Neighborhood Grant Program, 1999 Funding Allocations 388,389,415,438,439
287,294 Long Range Financial Forecast Model 18
Old City Hall Real Estate(Leasing)Services,CAG-99-026 Property Assessment Increases,Larson 238
48 Sales Tax Exemptions for Manufacturing Equipment,City
Outdoor Empire Publishing Tax-Exempt Bonds(New of Everett 91
Facility at 1200 Monster Rd) 277,288,289 Surplus Furniture and Equipment 362,364
Performing Arts Center @ Renton High School,Fundraising Utility Tax Calculations,Definition of"Gross Income" 456
Campaign 275 Vouchers 10,33,41,61,72,81,93,104,115,124,134,
Port Quendall Development Update 175 146,.168,195,205,219,239,250,268,278,298,308,
Quendall Terminals Purchase&Sale Agreement Extension 333,342,354,376,399,419,429,443
to 6/30/00 455 Y2K Compliant Utility Billing Software&Meter Reading
Renton Community Marketing Campaign,Year Two, System,CAG-99-045 41,93
Hamilton/Saundcrson Partnership 258,268 Fire
Shuffleton Redevelopment Agreements(EIS Prep& 1997 Uniform Fire Code 18
Funding),CAG-99-040&CAG-99-041 80 1999 Emergency Medical Services Funding,King County
Shuffleton Site Redevelopment,Studies&Planned Action (Basic Life Support) 285
71,72,93 Confined Space&Dive Team Rescue Services,City of
Surplus Property(4a'&Burnett),Sale&Development 102 Bellevue 122,135,137
Surplus Property(4'&Burnett)Sale&Development, Emergency Management Plan 297,333,342
Dineen 100 Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreements 123,135,
Surplus Property(4"&Burnett)Sale&Development, 137
Hoben 100 Fireworks Ban,Buyce 247
Executive Fireworks Ban,O'Halloran 268
"My Boss is a Patriot"Award 326 Fireworks Ban,Pound 268
1998 Financial Summary 69 Ladder Truck Purchase,Emergency One 113
2000 Budget,Mayor's Presentation 371 Marine Rescue Agreement,King County Marine Patrol
2000 Budget,Revenues and Expenditures 387 Division 122,135,137
Boy Scout Troop 464 Recognition 78 Puget Sound Urban Search&Rescue Task Force(Renton
City Volunteers 1998 Report 10 Participation) 122,135,137
City-County Communications&Marketing Assn(3CMA) Pumper Truck Purchase,United Fire 416
Awards 349 Franchise
CitySource Publication Schedule(Renton Reporter),CAG- AT&T,Extension of Franchise Deadline for Public Access
98-160 179,206,331,376 Studio 375
Gambling Tax Rates 32 Cable Television Public Access Studio 145,309
Initiative 695(MVET)-Potential Local Impacts 294 TCI Cable 1999 Rate Increase 169,206
Puget Western Parcel"A"Property Acquisition(City Hall TCI Cablevision Service,Campen 209
Parking&Access) 9 TCI Fiber Optic Upgrade(Temporary Service Problems)
Renton Community Foundation 113 269
Sister City Visit to Nishiwaki 162 TCI Merger with AT&T 10,11
Special Event&Volunteer Coordination Services in 2000, Hearing Examiner
Sonja Mejlaender 428,443 Concerns re Development Policies&Implementation 300
Special Events Coordinator&Volunteer Program Position HR&RM
248 Bldg Inspector/Combo Pay Rate 374
Finance Building Inspector Step Upgrade 389
1998 State of Washington Audit Report 342 Claims for Damages,Periodic Status Reports to Council 9
1999 Budget Adjustments 71,81,82,94 EDNSP: Hiring of Economic Development Specialist @
1999 Budget,Year-end Adjustments 407,420,421 Step E of the Salary Range 307,318
2000 Budget SEE BUDGET EDNSP Hiring of Senior Planner at Step E 289,298
Animal License Fee Changes(New Two-Year Licenses) Employee Cellular Phone Service Contract 10, 115
364,366,378 Fleet Mgmt Tech Hiring @ Step D 80,93
Authorized Signatures for Bank Transactions 32,34 Healthcare Plan Changes 19,33
Automatic Increases in Future Utility Rates 408,421 Human Resources Software,Eden Systems,CAG-98-163
Bingo Tax Rate Change for Non-Profits 388,390 60,72
Debt Information 60 Parks Facilities Division Reorganization 454
Financial Reporting Awards 120 Transportation Hiring Above Step C for Certain Positions
Future Utility Rates Tied to CPI(1-695 Effect),Petersen 277,288
417 Human Services
Gambling Establishments&Proposed Tax Increase,Vukov 2000 CDBG&General Fund Allocations 178,295,299,
48 316,318
Gambling Tax Rates 32,206,363 "Christmas in April"Program for Renton in 2000 251
Gambling Tax Rates,Beckley 59 CDBG&HOME Funds,Agreements with King County
Gambling Tax Rates,Iszley 387 258,259
Gambling Tax Rates,Larson 60 Housing Repair Program Grant from First Savings Bank 88
Gambling Tax Rates,Orme 31
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTE INDEX
1999
January-December
Housing Repair Program,Renton Tech College Student Municipal Court Judge Computer&Printer,State
Volunteers 350 Reimbursement 386,389
Human Services Element of the Comprehensive Plan 81 Parks
Juvenile Court Conference Diversion Committee Use of 200 Mill Bldg 2nd Floor Deck Repair,Diamaco,CAG-99-
Renton Municipal Courtrooms 124 084 267,317
Local Law Enforcement Block Grant(LLEBG),1998 Usage 200 Mill Bldg Fire Alarm System,Automated CMU Corp,
192,201 CAG-99-088 267
LLEBG Funds for Domestic Violence Victims Advocacy 200 Mill Bldg Fire Sprinkler Project,Ace Fire Protection,
258,259 CAG-99-085 268,454
Renton Community Foundation Appointments 228 200 Mill Bldg Lobby Renovation,Litchfield Const,CAG-
South King County Human Services Forum 408,442 99-090 267,454
King County 200 Mill Bldg Marblecrete Repair,JPL Construction 276,
1999 Business Recycling Program&Special Recycling 455
Event,CAG-99-036 60,92,93,103 200 Mill Bldg Plumbing Replacement,Pilchuck
1999 Emergency Medical Services Funding(Basic Life Contractors,CAG-99-086 267,454
Support) 285 200 Mill Bldg Repair&Remodeling 192
2000 Metro Rate Increase Pass-Throughs 407,408,421 200 Mill Bldg Security System,JPL Const,CAG-99-087
CDBG&HOME Funding Agreements 258,259 267,455
Cedar River Trail Maintenance(by Renton of King County- 200 Mill Bldg Telecommunications Leases(Sprint,
owned portion) 145,169 VoiceStream,AT&T) 427,443
Commute Trip Reduction Funds(1999-2001) 408,420 200 Mill Bldg Tenant Space,Eastlake 317
Commute Trip Reduction Services,CAG-99-015 41,49,50 200 Mill Bldg,iCopyright Lease 374,389
Downtown Renton Polling Place 366 Beach Hours of Operation 114,124
FlexPass Program,CAG-99-016 50 Cedar River Trail Maintenance(by Renton of King County-
Inflow&Infiltration Program Study 374 owned portion) 145,169
NW 2nd St Storm System Improvement,CAG- 416,420 Cedar River Trail Relocation,Philip Environmental
Public Safety Regional Services Funding Bill(KC Sheriffs Services,CAG-99-079 306
Office) 11,33 City Hall Parking Garage Access Ramp,Gary Merlino
Regional Wastewater Services Plan 182 Const 276
Skyway Coordinated Water System Plan(1999 Update), Class Registration Software,ESCOM,CAG-99-046 80,
CAG-99-083 219,230,240 103
Latecomer Coulon Park Boat Mooring Raft Unavailability,Evans 251
Gelvezon Auto Repair(SW 12th St),Waterline Coulon Park Wet Grass,Evans 73
Improvements,LA-99-002 219,230 Council Chambers Podium Microphone 364
Windwood Subdivision,Centex Homes Sanitary Sewer Downtown Park&Gateway Construction,A-1 Landscaping
133,208 277,287
Lease Downtown Park&Gateway Project,Gary Merlino Const
Boeing Co.Lease of Apron C at Municipal Airport 428 Co Bid Protest 278
Former City Hall Telecommunications Leases(Sprint, Downtown Pavilion Building Report 73
VoiceStream,AT&T) 427,443 Downtown Piazza&Gateway Design,Berger Partnership,
iCopyright Lease at 200 Mill Bldg,LAG-99-005 374 CAG-99-029 80
Kaynan Corp Lease Extensions at Municipal Airport(LAG- Facilities Division Reorganization 454
84-003&LAG-85-011) 248,269 Facility Naming Policy 82
Lane Hangar Condo Association,LAG-99-003 9,20 Golf Lesson Fee Increases for 2000 364,366,378
Pro-Flight Aviation,LAG-99-002 60,82 Highlands Annex Acquisition 455
Sky Harbor Aviation Assigment to South Cove Ventures, Highlands Neighborhood Center Reconstruction 83
LAG-84-006 133,146 Highlands Neighborhood Center Reconstruction Design,
Sky Harbor Aviation,Change re Hazardous Materials Pacific Engineering Techologies,CAG-99-008 18
(LAG-84-006) 113,124 Highlands Neighborhood Center Reconstruction,Beckley
Legal 80
Adult Bookstore Moratorium(Extension) 17,21,195,217, Highlands Neighborhood Center Reconstruction,CHY4
218,437,444 277
Adult Retail Uses Ordinances 228,236,416,443 Highlands Neighborhood Center Reconstruction,Evans 70,
Adult Retail Uses,Heppenstall 238 83
Adult Supervision of Children in Vehicles 441,444,456 Hydroplane Race Fee Reduction Request 113,136
Bicycle Helmet Ordinance 227,239,240,251 Kennydale Open Space Request,Browne 31
Gambling Legislation @ State Level 90 Kennydale Open Space Request,Mandl 30
Junk Vehicles&Vehicle Parts,Clean-up on Private Kennydale Open Space Request,Park Board
Property 268,298,299,310 Recommendation 33
Junk Vehicles on Private Property,Williamson 306 Maplewood&Teasdale Parks Play Equipment Installation,
S 2nd St Property Condemnations(Burnett&Logan), Custom Dirt Works 258
Williams/Hiatt and Jasper 19,228,240,251 Maplewood Golf Course Bonds Refunding(1994) 101,
Local Improvement District 104,105
LID 336,RR Xing at 3700 Lk Wash Blvd N 9,39,94,105 Maplewood Golf Course Scorecards 31,81
Metro Mazda&Holm Buildings Demolition,Wyser Construction
Bryn Mawr Sewer Project,Franklin 59 331
Joint Reuse Project Termination,CAG-94-015 91 Municipal Court Bldg,Sale&Removal 113,124,126
Regional Wastewater Services Plan 182 Naming of the Downtown Piazza,Beckley 407
Municipal Court Parks,Recreation&Open Space Comprehensive Plan
Former Building Sale&Removal 113,124,126 Update,Beckwith Consulting 285,309
Judge Pro Tem Appointments 416 Pavilion Bldg Feasibility Analysis,Columbia Hospitality
Judge Pro Tem Compensation 227,239,240,251 429
Juvenile Court Conference Diversion Committee Use of Pavilion Building Funding(2000 Budget) 387,396,413
Courtrooms 124 Piazza Renton,Request for Support,Postlewait 122
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTE INDEX
1999
January-December
Police Annex Building,1010 S 2nd St(Declared Surplus) Southport Development Planned Action Ordinance 333,
297,305,309 350,366,378
T
Renton City Hall Tenant Improvements,Arango Const Co, Taco Time
Expansion(Maple Valley Hwy) 5,216,249
CAG-98-002 239 Taco Time Expansion(Maple Valley Hwy);Brosman 7
Renton Municipal Jail,CEC Inc,CAG-98-088 398 Taco Time Expansion(Maple Valley Hwy),Horvath 7
Ron Regis Park Athletic Fields,IAC Grant 277,286,289 Taco Time Expansion(Maple Valley Hwy),Miller 12
Ron Regis Park Construction,Bargmann Excavation 331 Taco Time Expansion(Maple Valley Hwy),Siemion 4
Ron Regis Park Dedication,7/21/99 260 Valley Zoning Code Amendments,Urback 164
Senior Activity Center 20th Anniversary 319 Plat
Senior Activity Center Roof Repair,Queen City Sheet Anicello,ROW Dedication on Newport Ct NE 428
Metal 258,269,455 Briere(Preliminary),Duvall Ave NE,PP-99-003 156
Skateboard Park 168,319,342 Campen Springs Site Approval(Talbot Rd),SA-98-039
Skateboard Park in Renton,Millett 101 204
Skateboard Park in Renton,Olson 164, 169 City View Estates Water Runoff Problems(NW 2nd St),
Skateboard Park in Renton,Rossnagel 71 Helgeson 47
Skateboard Park in Renton,Stewart 163 City View Estates Water Runoff Problems,McGann 47
Summer Lunch Program at Royal Hills 315 City View Estates Water Runoff Problems,Various
Summer Teen Musical"Anything Goes" 269 Residents 48
Surplus Furniture and Equipment 362,364 City View Estates,Stevens Ave NW/NW 2nd 105
Swimming Pool to Replace Henry Moses Pool 195 Clover Creek SEE Labrador Ventures
Veterans'Memorial,Darst 70 Dalpay,NE 19th St(PP-97-174) 164
Waterfowl Removal, 1999 Interlocal Agreement 204 Demps,NE 12th St(FP-99-037) 204,208
Planning Estates at Hidden Creek,NE 8th St/Chelan P1 NE(FP-98-
Adult Bookstore Moratorium(Extension) 17,21,195,217, 154) 8,11
218 Flynn,NE 6th/Blaine&Camas,ROW Dedication(SHP-96-
Adult Retail Uses Ordinances 228,236 106) 386
Adult Retail Uses,Heppenstall 238 Highlands Court,NE Sunset Blvd/Monroe Ave NE(FP-99-
Center Office Residential Zone Amendments(Southport 140) 416,420
Project) 365 Klinefelter Short Plat,ROW Dedication(Meadow Ave N/N
Centers Residential Demonstration Overlay District 126, 30th St),SHP-99-041 277
137 La Colina,200 Edmonds Ave SE(PP-95-167) 440
Commercial Arterial&Convenience Commercial Zone La Colina Development Agreement 375
Amendmetns(Taco Time Hdqrtrs Expansion) 366 La Colina,ROW Dedication(NE 3rd&Edmonds,PP-96-
Comprehensive Plan,1999 Amendments&Change in 141) 374
Review Process 122,134,249,266,299,319,320,331, Labrador Ventures,2700 Lk Wash Blvd(PP-98-141) 113,
364 162,176,205
Convenience Commercial(CC)Zone Changes(Taco Time Labrador Ventures Plat,Browne 114
Headquarters Expansion) 194,214 Labrador Ventures Plat,Sager 114,164
Employment Area-Valley Zoning Code Changes 90,103, Maplewood Estates,SE 128th, 152nd SW& 148th Ave SE
120, 167,240,251 428
Endangered Species Act Work,Consultant Roster 386 Miller,Dedication of ROW(Meadow Ave N&N 40"'St),
Gambling Establishments,Dokken 48 SHP-99-067 362
Gambling Establishments,Larson 60 Monterey Heights,Monterey&NE 12th(PP-98-144) 19
Gambling in Renton,Siu 81 Root,Short,504 S Tobin(ROW Dedication),SHP-99-022
Gambling Land Use Restrictions 61 317 *„
Gambling Uses(Zoning),Jorgenson 64 Stafford Crest Division 2,NE 36th St&112th Ave SE(PP-
Gambling Uses(Zoning),Richter 59 98-117) 48
Gambling Uses(Zoning),Schumsky 59 Stafford Crest Division 1,NE 36th/112th NE(FP-98-184)
Hearing Examiner Concerns re Development Policies& 71,72
Implementation 300 Wells,2800 Block of Union Ave NE(PP-99-084) 307
Hiring of Senior Planner at Step E of Pay Scale 289 Whispering Pine Lane,NE 26th/Jones Ave(FP-99-066)
Housing Design Guidelines(Planning Commission 227,231
Recommendation) 386 Wilkinson,Shattuck Ave S/S 22nd Pl(ROW Dedication),
Kent Potential Annexation Areas Agreement 205 SHP-99-021 307
La Pianta Development Agreement(NE 3rd/4th at Windsong,NE 4th St/142nd Ave SE,PP-99-006 204
Edmonds/Monroe) 351,386 Windwood,NE 4th/Nile Ave NE(FP-99-094) 416,420
Moratorium on Residential Uses in Commercial Areas 63, Woodcreek,NE 8th/Duvall Ave NE(PP-98-174) 145
79,82 (Rescinded--156) Woodcreek,NE 8th/Bremerton Ave NE(FP-99-144) 416,
Morrison Annexation,SE 120"to 128"'and 155'Ave SE, 420
A-99-001 342,360 Police
Multi-Family Housing Emergency Design Guidelines(RM- Adult Supervision of Children in Vehicles 428
U and CD Zones) 308,310 Advertising"For Sale"of Vehicles on Public ROW 440
Multi-Family Housing Urban Center Design Overlay Air Gun Exception re Migratory Bird Control 137,147
District 432,452,456 Bicycle Helmet Ordinance 227,239,240,251
Multi-Family Parking Changes 204,229,278,296,299, "Cover Your Load"Regulation Enforcement,Evans 21
309 Crime Resistant Multi-Housing Program Level 3 Awards
R-10&R-14 Zone Changes 8,20,28,62,94, 105 349
Request for Reduced Driveway&Side Setback Stds in R-8 Employee Recognition 69
Zone 344,455 Jail Inmate Health Services,Occupational Health Services,
Residential Demonstration District 78,81 CAG-99-044 49,51,178,208
Residential Multi-Family Urban Zoning Code Amendments Jail Services from Okanogan County 49,50
194,202,229,260 Jaywalking on Park&N 6th St(Boeing Complex) 310
Sensitive Areas Ordinance 407,455 Petition re Crime Concerns in North Renton 205
Irmo Southport Development Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Police Annex Building Declared Surplus(1010 S 2nd St)
Rezone&Code Amendments 332 297,305,309
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTE INDEX
1999
January-December
Police Response to Dangerous Incident on 4/20/99,Richter Oversizing Request for Reimbursement,Kennydale Vista
144 for Williamsberg Condo 317
Prohibition Against Advertising Parked Vehicles For Sale, Pacific Fiber Link Fiber Optic System(License Agreement)
Gevers 385 239,250
"Return to Renton"Auto Show Proceeds Benefitting DARE S Renton Sewer Replacement(Phase 2),Gary Merlino
Const Co,CAG-99-059 192
Public Safety S Renton Sewer Replacement,Gary Merlino Const Co,
EMS Funding(Regional) 100 CAG-97-115 178
Regional Services Funding Bill(King County Sherift's Scour Remediation for May Creek Bridge&Oakesdale
Office) 11,33 Drainage Ditch,Kohl Excavating,CAG-98-096 192
Valley Communications New Facility 71,286,297 Seattle City Light Power Line Access Fee,Shelton Ave NE,
Public Works McCaftice 219
1998 Long-Range Wastewater Management Plan 376,389 Shattuck Ave S Stormline Replacement,DA Zuluaga,CAG-
Blaine Ave NE Water Main Replacement,Grant Const Co, 99-066 219,407
CAG-99-073 238,399 Skyway Coordinated Water System,1999 Update(King
Bryn Mawr Sewer Project,Franklin 59 County,CAG-99-083 219,230,240
Burnett Ave S Sewer Replacement 354 Springbrook Creek Alignment&Boundary Correction
Cedar River Flood Control Project Status 398 (Oakesdale at 16th to 19th) 297
Cedar River Flood Control Project,Grant from Sate Dept of Springbrook Creek Contamination 320
CTED 318,319 Surface Water Design Manual,Griffin 144
Cedar River Overdredging 112 SW 23rd St Drainage Channel Contamination Clean-up,
CIP Reprioritizations&Funding Reallocations 205,228 Foss Environmental 307
Coal Creek Utility District,Sanitary Sewer Boundary SW 23rd St Drainage Improvement,Tydico,CAG-99-076
Agreement 320,428 248,407
DT&Springbrook Springs Corrosion Control,Harbor SW 27th St Culvert Procurement,Utility Vault Co(dba
Pacific,CAG-97-131 178 Oldcastle Precast) 156,164,165,317
East Kennydale Sanitary Sewer Special Assessment District, SW 27th St Culvert Replacement,RW Beck,CAG-98-031
SAD#0016 417,443,444,456 41
East Renton Interceptor Oversizing Request SEE Oversizing SW 27th St Culvert Replacement,Scoccolo Const,CAG-
Emergency Generators Rental for Water Pump Stations 99-068 219,439
123,146 Talbot Crest&Denny's Lift Stations Desigh,RF12
Emergency Power Upgrades to Water Pump Stations,JR Engineering,CAG-99-096 227
Electric 276 Talbot Crest Lift Station Project(Temporary Closure of
Emergency Water Well EW-3 Corrosion Control,Economic Talbot Crest Drive) 428,442
&Engineering Services,CAG-99-037 91 Thunder Hills Sanitary Sewer Access Road,Hammond
Emergency Well(EW-3)Drilling,Holt Drilling,CAG-99- Collier&Wade 133
038 133,353 Tony's Cleaners Equipment Relocation(Aquifer Protection
Fleet Mgmt Tech Hiring @ Step D 80,93 Regs),Mason 100
Houser Way Improvements,Agreement w/Boeing Tony's Cleaners Equipment Removal Reimbursement 91
(Obermeyer Property Access) 285 Tony's Cleaners Relocation Assistance 165,192, 193
Inflow&Infiltration Program Study,King County 399,400 Tony's Cleaners Relocation Assistance,Bang 156,163
Internal Loans for Utility CIP Projects 248,259 Water Line Chlorination Fee 32,50,51,64
Joint Reuse Project with King County/Metro,CAG-94-015 Windsor Hills Sewer Replacement Survey,Penhallegon
91 Assoc,CAG-99-028 60
Kennydale Lakefront Sewer Replacement Pre-Design,KCM Regional Issues
Inc,CAG-99-001 9 Cascade Water Alliance Formation 91,146
King Conservation District Watershed Forum Projects& Coal Creek Utility District,Bellevue Proposed Partial
Programs 164 Assumption 376,389
Latecomer Agreement for Windwood Subdivision(Centex Coal Creek Utility District,Bellevue Proposed Partial
Homes) 208 Assumption,Burroughs 385
Lk Wash Blvd Water Main Replacement,A&A Excavating, Coal Creek Utility District,Boundary Agreement 320,428
CAG-99-113 306 Eastside Transportation Partnership Continuation(Interlocal
Maplewood Aquifer Service to the Highlands Area 257 Agreement) 440,444
Maplewood Fish Creek Channel,CA Goodman Const 407 Eastside Transportation Program Mobility Action Priorities
Mt Olivet Reservoir Recoating&Cathodic Protection, 32,49,50
Jones Painting,CAG-99-103 285 Endangered Species Act,Pace 204
N 30th&Park Ave Water Main&Sidewalks,Gary Mcrlino 1-405 Corridor"Purpose and Needs"Statement 428
Const Co,CAG-99-074 248 Regional Wastewater Services Plan(King County/Metro)
N 40th St&Meadow Ave N Storm System,Harlow Const, 182
CAG-99-021 101,285 Sound Transit Light Rail Alignments,Carter 260
NE 27th St&Aberdeen Ave NE Storm Drainage Sound Transit Light Rail Alignments,Renton Position 258,
Improvements&East Kennydale Sewer Interceptor, 259
Gary Merlino Const Co 331 Sound Transit Subarea Expenditure Boundaries 320,375
Nuisance Abatement Success(200 Block of Meadow Ave South King County Human Services Forum 442
N) 155 Renton Housing Authority
NW 2nd St Storm System Improvement,King County 416, RHA Maintenance of Housing Stock,Highlands
420 Community Association(Request for City Funding) 249
Oakesdale Business Park Wetland Buffering Averaging Rezone
(Use of City Property) 145,167 Cedar River Barber Shop on SE 6'St from R-8 to CC(R-
Olympic Pipeline Company Franchise,269 98-042) 365,377
Oversizing Request for Reimbursement,Clover Creek Cedar River Market on SE 6"St from R-8 to CC(R-98-042)
Sewer Main,Labrador Ventures 278,288 365,377
Oversizing Request for Reimbursement,East Renton Conrad Parcel on SE 6'St from R-8 to R-10(R-98-042)
Interceptor,Centex Homes 114,164 365,377
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTE INDEX
1999
January-December
La Pianta Development,NE 3rd/4"Sts,from REM to R-10 Database Modeling&Design,JA Young,CAG-99-009 32
and R-14(R-99-054) 365,378 Photogrammetric Mapping Services Small Works Roster
' Lakeridgc Development,3521 Cedar Ave S from R-8 to R- 101
a 10(R-99-053) 365,378 Springbrook Creek Alignment&Boundary Correction
Pierre Grady Way Appeal 88,89 (Oakesdale at 16th to 19th) 297
Pierre Grady Way Site,from CO to IM,R-98-126 8,137, Transportation
147 1997 Slurry Scal,Blackline Inc,CAG-97-029 239
Renton Technical College,from P-1 to IL(Appeal,R-95- 1998 Street Overlay,MA Segale,CAG-98-029 192
099) 113,142 1999 Sidewalk Rehab,Gary Merlino Const Co 317
Southport Project(Shufileton Site)from IH to COR(R-99- 1999 Street Overlay,MA Segale,CAG-99-064 218
027) 365,377 Accidents at 4th&Wells 126
SW 16th St(900 Block)from IM to CO,Martin Smith Real Benson Rd S Pedestrian Improvement Project,Budget
Estate Services,R-98-131 19,21,34 Increase 318,333
Taco Time Hdqtrs on Maple Valley Hwy from R-8 to CC Commute Trip Reduction Services,King County,CAG-99-
(R-98-042) 365,377 015 41,49,50
SAD Commute Trip Reduction Funds(1999-2001),King County
East Kennydale Sanitary Sewer Special Assessment District, 408,420
No.0016 417,443,444,456 Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element Updates 439
SCA Downtown Area One-Way Street Configuration 20
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler Elected Secretary 179 Downtown Transit Center Access,TIB Funds 285
School District Eastside Transportation Partnership Continuation(Interlocal
Performing Arts Center at Renton High School 83, 103, Agreement) 440,444
275 Eastside Transportation Program Mobility Action Priorities
Performing Arts Center at Renton High School,Baker 100 32,49,50
Renton High School Modernization Appeal(Site Plan& FlexPass Program,King County Contract,CAG-99-016 41,
Variance),SA-99-120 439 49,50
Solid Waste FlexPass Program,WSDOT Grant Funding,CAG-99-017
1999 Business Recycling Program&Special Recycling 41,49,50
Event,King County,CAG-99-036 60,92,93,103 Gas Tax Allocation(King County Local Options) 21
1999 Hazardous Waste Mobile Totals 300 Hiring Above Step C for Certain Positions 277,288
Collection Service Call for Proposals Review 260 Houser Way Improvements,Agreement w/Boeing
King County Solid Waste Plan,Bissonnette 179 (Obermeyer Property Access) 298
Local Hazardous Waste Mgmt Plan,Seattle-King County, 1405 Corridor"Purpose and Needs"Statement 428
CAG-99-034 60,92,94 Lind Ave&SW 27th Traffic Installation,TransTech
Proposed WUTC Rule-Making Change 115,135 Electric,CAG-98-067 91
Rehab the Lab Program 344 Logan Ave S Improvements,Joint Work w/Seattle
Waste Reduction Education,DOE Grant,CAG-99-035 60, (Corrosion Control) 156
92,93 Main Ave S Railway Warning Device Upgrade(BNSF) 307
Special Presentation Monster Road Bridge Replacement,CA Carey Corp,CAG-
Neighborhood Program Liaisons Recognition 39 97-099 192
Streets N 6"'St Access Restriction,Boeing(Hazardous Materials
Alley Between SW 12th&13th,and Lind&Seneca Transport) 363,375
(Vacation,VAC-99-001) 414,441 N 30th&Park Ave Water Main&Sidewalks,Gary Merlino
Alley Closure,S 2nd&3rd and Main&Mill Aves 455 Const Co,CAG-99-074 248
Benson Rd S Walkway,RJC Inc,CAG-98-134 227 NE 6th PI Alley Condition(Request for City Repair,Walsh)
Burnett Ave S Realignment(S 3rd to 4th), Parametrix 115
Design 386 Pedestrian Priority c@ Intersections 20
Burnett Ave S Reconstruction,Merritt+Pardini,CAG-99- Pedestrian Traffic at Boeing Plant 444
030 80 Ramp Metering on 1-405 206,220
Downtown Roads Temporary Closures(Morris,Whitworth, Six-Year TIP Update(1999-2004)&Budget Adjustments
Shattuck) 101, 105 205,219,225,226,231,240
Houser Way Improvements(Obermeyer Property Access), Sound Transit Light Rail Alignments,Carter 260
Agreement w/Boeing 285 Sound Transit Light Rail Alignments,Renton Position 258,
Lake View Blvd N Street Vacation(VAC-98-004), 259
Appraisal&Compensation 455 Sound Transit Subarea Expenditure Boundaries 320,375
Lind&Seneca and SW 12th&13th Alley Vacation(VAC- Sunset Blvd Need for Add'I Crosswalks,Evans 112
99-) 386,389 Sunset Blvd Rockery Repair,AAA Rockery,CAG-99-049
Main Ave S Temporary Closure 145,146,398,400 164,268
Mill Ave S Temporary Closures 398,400 Sunset Highlands Street&Sidewalk Improvements,Gerber
N 8th St&Houser Way Reconstruction,RW Scott Const, 308
CAG-98-112 32 Traffic Concerns(Bronson Way/Sunset/Maple Valley
Oakesdale Ave SW(19th to 31st),Kato&Warren,CAG- Highway),Evans 353
99-052 114,123 Traffic Control on S Puget Dr,Smyth 428
Oakesdale Ave SW Extension,Phase 1,Scarsella Bros, Transit Signal Priority&Traffic Control Center Projects,
CAG-98-001 204 Bucher Willis&Ratliff Engineering&Architectural
Oakesdale Ave SW,Phase 2,TIB Funding 205,209 Services 277,286
Oakesdale Ave SW,Phase 1,Boeing Mitigation Funds 21 Williams&Wells Avenues Bridge Painting,A&A
Olympia Ave NE Alleyway(4th&6th Sts) 11 Coatings,CAG-98-090 192
Talbot Crest Dr Temporary Closure for Talbot Lift Station Utility
Construction 428,442 2000 Budget,King County Metro Rate Increase Pass-
Technical Services Throughs 407,408,421
Appraisal and Right-of-Way Services Annual Agreements Automatic Increases in Future Rates 408,421
145 Automatic Increases in Future Rates,Petersen 417
bow Bouganvilla Condominium Conversion,NE 12th St ROW Cedar River Water&Sewer District Boundary Agreement,
Dedication 277 CAG-99-014 41,50
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL MINUTE INDEX
1999
January-December
Coal Creek Utility District,Bellevue Proposed Partial
Assumption 376,389
King County Solid Waste Plan,Bissonnette 179
Solid Waste Collection Contract,Extension to 6/2000 444
Solid Waste Rates for 2000 363,366,378
Utility Tax Calculations,Definition of Gross Revenue 444
Vacation
Aberdeen Ave NE,33rd to 36th(Tharp/Clise,VAC-98-002)
63,73
Alley Between Lind and Seneca Aves,&SW 12th and 13th
Sts(VAC-99-001) 386,389,414,441
SW Harris PI(Regis et alNAC-97-002) 19,21
Kirkland PI NE,Keller/Abrahamson(VAC-97-007) 51,64
Kirkland PI NE,Compensation for,.Fitzgerald 19
Kirkland PI NE,Waiver of Appraisal&Compensation 33
Lake Ave S(S 2nd to 3rd/Safeway),Release of Liability
Agreement 297,299,309
Lake View Blvd(104th Ave SE),Martindale/VAC-98-004
8,11,27
Lake View Blvd,Appraisal&Compensation 455
Maplewood PI SE(Correction of Legal Description),VAC-
95-004 331,333,343
Oakesdale Ave SW,1405 to SW Grady Way(IBID Corp,
VAC-98-003) 105,115
Oakesdale Ave SW Appraisal(113ID Corp,VAC-98-003)
60
Olympia Ave NE(33rd to 21 st),Lakeridge Development,
VAC-98-001 82,94
WSDOT
Ramp Metering on 1-405 206,220
Zoning
1999 Annual Update of the Zoning Book&Wall Map 455,
456
Animal Restriction Regulations,Lee 60
Center Office Residential Zone Amendments(Southport
Project) 365,378
Centers Residential Demonstration Overlay District 78,81,
126,137
Commercial Arterial&Convenience Commercial Zone
Amendments(Taco Time Hdqtrs Expansion) 194,214,
366,378,457
Employment Area-Valley Changes 90, 103,120,167,
240,251
Gambling Land Use Restrictions 61
Gambling Uses(Zoning),Jorgenson 64
Gambling Uses(Zoning),Richter 59
Gambling Uses(Zoning),Schumsky 59
Moratorium on Residential Uses in Commercial Areas 63,
79,82,156
Multi-Family Housing Emergency Design Guidelines(RM-
U and CD Zones) 308,310
Multi-Family Housing Urban Center Design Overlay
District 194,202,229,260,452,456
R-10 and R-14 Zone Changes 8,20928,62,94,105
Valley Zoning Code Amendments,Urback 164
For assistance in using this index,please call the City Clerk's
Office at 430-6504.
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AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
r. January 4, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF DECEMBER 14, 1998
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
5. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Court Case filed on behalf of Local 32 of the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of
the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry alleging that NW GM Contractors (a subcontractor on the City
Hall remodel project) has not paid Union employees their required wages, nor made required monthly
fringe benefit contributions for them. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
b. City Clerk submits appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision denying a zoning reclassification from
Commercial Office (CO) to Medium Industrial (IM) for the Pierre Grady Way site located on SW
Grady Way between Oakesdale and Powell Avenues SW; appeal filed on 12/30/98 by Vicki Morris,
representing James and Barbara Pierre (File No. SA-98-126). Refer to Planning&Development
Committee.
Consideration of the appeal by the Council shall be based solely upon the record, the Hearing
Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional written submissions by parties allowed
by Code (RMC 4-8-110F.2).
c. City Clerk submits petition for street vacation of a portion of Lake View Blvd. (104th Ave. SE)
located east of Lake Washington Blvd. and south of NE 20th St.; petition submitted by James S.
Martindale, 9712 237th Pl. SW, Edmonds, 98020 (VAC-98-004). Refer to Board of Public Works; set
a public hearing for January 25, 1999 to determine the advisability of the vacation. (See 9.a. for
resolution setting the public hearing.)
d. Development Services Division recommends approval, with condition, of the Estates at Hidden Creek
Final Plat; 10 single family lots on 1.73 acres in the vicinity of NE 8th St. and Chelan Pl. NE (FP-98-
154). Council concur. (See 9.b. for resolution.)
e. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department reconunends amendments
to the R-10 and R-14 zones to: promote small lot development; resolve Code conflicts and clarify
fencing and buffering requirements for commercial uses; and incorporate a definition system that
classifies single family as traditional detached and semi-attached, and multi-family as including
townhouses and flats. Refer to Planning&Development Committee.
r� f. Transportation Systems Division recommends acceptance of the final cost of$76,880.64 for
construction of LID 336 (railroad crossing in the 3700 block of Lake Washington Blvd. N.) for a term
of five years with an interest rate of 6.5%. Set public hearing for February 1, 1999 on this matter.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
g. Transportation Division reports plans to replace the Municipal Airport's seaplane docking facility to
achieve a decreased footprint, improved appearance and easier maintenance. Refer to Transportation
(Aviation) Committee.
h. Transportation Division recommends approval of a lease with the Lane Hangar Condominium
Association, Inc., for operation of a condominium hangar at Renton Municipal Airport. Refer to
Transportation(Aviation) Committee.
i. Utility Systems Division recommends approval of a contract in the amount of$66,200 with KCM, Inc.
for pre-design services on the Kennydale Lakefront Sewer Replacement project. Council concur.
7. CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from Jonathan and Joyce Siu, 2549 SE 16th St., Renton, 98058, expressing disfavor with allowing
gambling establishments in the City. Refer to Planning&Development Committee.
8. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee on Committees: 1999 Council Committee assignments
b. Community Services Committee: Board of Ethics Appointments; TCI/AT&T Merger*; Planning
Commission Appointment
c. Finance Committee: Vouchers
d. Planning &Development Committee: McKnight Middle School Sign Code Modification; Taco Time
Comprehensive Plan Amendment; Multi-family Moratorium
9. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Setting a public hearing on 1/25/99 for the Lake View Blvd. vacation petition (see 6.c.)
b. Approving the Estates at Hidden Creek final plat(see 6.d.)
c. Approving the merger of TCI and AT&T (see 8.b.)
10. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
11. AUDIENCE COMMENT
12. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
* CANCELLED
Me
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Referrals
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Petition for street vacation on Lake View Blvd. (Martindale, VAC-98-004)
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
CRT-98-015, Plumbers &Pipefitters Union v. Renton et al. (re: City Hall remodel project)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision re: Pierre Grady Way rezone from CO to IM (SA-98-126)
Amendments to the R-10 and R-14 zones
Letter from Jonathon & Joyce Siu expressing disfavor with allowing more gambling establishments
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Draft Regional Services Funding Bill (King County Sheriff's Office)
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION) COMMITTEE
Municipal Airport seaplane dock rehabilitation
Lease for the Lane Hangar Condominium Association at the Municipal Airport
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1/11/99 —Continuation of adult book store moratorium
1/25/99 —Petition for street vacation on Lake View Blvd. (Martindale, VAC-98-004)
low 2/01/99 —LID 336 final cost (RR Xing in 3700 block of Lake Wash. Blvd.)
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
January 4, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; BOB EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL EXCUSE
ABSENT COUNCILMAN RANDY CORMAN. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES,Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods&
Strategic Planning; DEREK TODD,Finance Analyst; CHIEF GARRY
ANDERSON, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF DECEMBER 14, 1998, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Mayor Tanner presented a certificate of appreciation to Bob Edwards in
Council: Recognition of 1998 recognition of his outstanding service to the City and the Renton community as
Council President Bob President of the City Council in 1998.
Edwards
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• Renton asked the City of Seattle to change the way in which citizens were
being notified of Seattle's public workshops on the Cedar River Watershed
Habitat Conservation Plan, since some residents felt they were being led to
infer that the notification was coming from Renton, and further, that their
attendance at the workshop was required.
• The City's Giving Tree Program enjoyed a wonderful response to those in
need, with approximately 90 individuals receiving donated gifts. In
addition,Renton's firefighters and the Renton Police Chaplaincy Fund
donated over 150 toys to the Giving Tree and the Salvation Army's Toy-n-
Joy fund.
• Bids for phase two of the Cedar River Flood Control project(floodwalls
and levees)will be opened on February 9`", with construction to start
March 15cn
• The Department of Justice has approved a grant for Renton's Police
Department for mobile data computers and related technology in the
amount of$303,675.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Margaret Siemion, 3418 SE 6th St.,Renton, 98058,did not support allowing
Citizen Comment: Siemion— the Taco Time administrative headquarters site on Maple Valley Highway to be
Taco Time Rezone and rezoned from Convenience Commercial (CC) to Commercial Arterial (CA).
Expansion She said that allowing a rezone to CA while requiring a development
agreement would merely"sugarcoat"the proposed expansion of this building.
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January 4, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 5
Concluding that this decision will affect the future of the adjacent Maplewood
neighborhood, she asked that the Council's decision on this matter ensure
protection of the residential area.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
r.. COUNCIL SUSPEND ITS RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE PLANNING&
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE'S MAJORITY AND MINORITY REPORTS
ON THIS SUBJECT. CARRIED.
Planning&Development
Committee Majority Report Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Rezone: Taco Time Expansion majority report regarding the request from Taco Time for a Comprehensive
(Maple Valley Highway),R- Plan amendment for its headquarters located on Maple Valley Highway near
Monroe Ave. SE. The Committee met four times to consider the staff,
Planning Commission,and citizen input regarding Taco Time's request for a
Comprehensive Plan amendment,rezone, development agreement, and general
Commercial Arterial (CA)zone amendments. A majority of the Committee
recommended the following:
1. Cedar River Market and Cedar River Barbershop properties: Amend the
Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation and Zoning Map from Residential
Single Family/R-8 to Convenience Commercial (CC).
2. Taco Time lease/option properties:
a) Maintain the Convenience Commercial designation for the Taco Time
offices,transmission line easement, and espresso stand site.
b) Redesignate the southern portion of Parcel No. 5126900205, the southerly
residential lot adjacent to Taco Time offices and the transmission line
easement, from Residential Single Family/R-8 to Convenience Commercial to
allow Taco Time access across their leased properties. The boundary of the
new Convenience Commercial designation shall allow for a lot line adjustment
that retains the single family residence and results in a conforming lot.
c) Amend the Convenience Commercial zone to add"existing, legal
Administrative Headquarters Offices"as a secondary use and"the storage of
supplies in conjunction with service and office uses"as an accessory use. For
"existing, legal Administrative Headquarters Offices,"allow for parking
expansions,but not additional building expansions. This would allow Taco
Time to expand its parking area over its properties to the east,but not allow for
additional building square footage. No new Administrative Headquarters
Offices would be allowed.
d) Prepare a development agreement or covenants which incorporate
Environmental Review Committee(ERC)mitigation measures.
We believe the intent of the Comprehensive Plan for this area was to ensure
compatible,neighborhood-serving development through the Convenience
Commercial designation. The majority approach to the Taco Time site would
help ensure protection of the adjacent residential neighborhood by maintaining
the Convenience Commercial designation and restricting building expansion. It
would also accommodate Taco Time's need to access all of its property and to
expand parking.
3. Radiator Repair and Insurance Office Sites: Maintain the Convenience
Commercial designation.
4. Conrad vacant parcels: Redesignate the properties from Residential Single
Family/R-8 and Residential Options/R-10 subject to a development agreement
or covenants which limit the number of lots to seven, limit the unit type to
January 4, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 6
detached single family only, and indicate that initial home construction should
be one-story with future remodels governed by the R-10 zone in effect at the
time. The lot layout should be similar to the attached preliminary layout,and
consistent with all City ordinances and codes.
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5. Amend the Commercial Arterial (CA) zone generally to allow offices,
accessory storage for office/service uses, and shoe repair.
Incorporating the above recommendations, the Committee requested the
Administration to prepare an ordinance for the Code amendments and property
redesignations, and to prepare development agreements or covenants for
consideration by the City Council.*
Planning &Development Planning &Development Committee Member Clawson presented a minority
Committee Minority Report report regarding Taco Time's request for a Comprehensive Plan amendment.
Rezone: Taco Time Expansion Upon considering the staff, Planning Commission, and citizen input regarding
(Maple Valley Highway),R- the Maple Valley Highway Taco Time Comprehensive Plan amendment,
rezone, development agreement and general Commercial Arterial (CA)zone
amendments, I concur with the majority of the committee on several
recommendations, including:
Recommendation 1. Cedar River Market and Cedar River Barbershop
properties
Recommendation 3. Radiator Repair and Insurance Office sites
Recommendation 4. Conrad vacant parcels; and
Recommendation 5. Amendments to the Commercial Arterial (CA) zone
generally.
I respectfully dissent from the majority regarding the Taco Time site. I would now
also maintain the Convenience Commercial (CC) designation,but recommend
allowances for a moderate,one-time expansion of building square footage in
addition to allowances for additional parking. The allowance for a moderate
building expansion would help keep the Taco Time operation viable for many
more years at its current location. Representatives of Taco Time estimated
that,with moderate expansion,they could continue to operate for up to 18 more
years at their current location. It is a clean,relatively quiet enterprise that has
invested in its site. If the business moves to another location, the current
buildings and site may end up with multiple tenants,higher turnover, and a less
well-kept site. I believe a moderate expansion of the existing building, with
necessary environmental and plan review measures,would not significantly
impact the neighborhood, and would allow continued co-existence with a
responsible corporate neighbor. I would offer an alternate Recommendation 2,
as follows:
Recommendation 2. Taco Time lease/option properties: I concur with sections
2a, 2b, and 2d,but would change section 2c as shown below:
c) Amend the Convenience Commercial(CC)zone to add"existing, legal
Administrative Headquarters Offices"as a secondary use and"the storage of
supplies in conjunction with service and office uses"as an accessory use. For
"existing, legal Administrative Headquarters Offices,"allow for parking
expansions,and for a one-time building expansion of 3,500 square feet
maximum. No new Administrative Headquarters Offices would be allowed.
With Council concurrence, I would request the Administration to prepare an now
ordinance for the Code amendments and property redesignations, and to
prepare development agreements or covenants for consideration by the City
January 4, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 7
Council which incorporate the above recommendations."
Citizen Comment: Brosman— Larry Brosman, 3625 NE 9th St.,Renton, 98056, said as the chair of Renton's
Taco Time Rezone and Planning Commission,which has formally taken a position on this subject,he
�+ Expansion wanted only to note his appreciation of the efforts of numerous groups and
individuals to cooperatively and satisfactorily resolve this issue.
Citizen Comment: Horvath— Arlene L. Horvath, 3701 SE 5th Pl.,Renton, 98058, asked that the City not
Taco Time Rezone and allow Taco Time's building to expand,but permit only more parking at this
Expansion site.
Councilman Clawson explained that, as someone who manages several
commercial lease properties,he knows firsthand the problems that can occur
with tenant turnover. Noting that most of Taco Time's headquarters traffic is
attributable to employee training,he suggested that this use generates less
traffic overall that would a personal services business such as a law, insurance
or accounting office. He felt that allowing this moderate expansion would
therefore be the prudent thing to do, and concluded that tying the expansion to
a development agreement would afford sufficient protections for the
Maplewood neighborhood.
Responding to Councilman Edwards,Assistant City Attorney Zanetta Fontes
confirmed that the City can enter into development agreements with property
owners which are more (but not less)restrictive than the applicable zoning
criteria.
Councilman Parker stated that the current use of this property is rather quiet,
with no truly detrimental noise or traffic impacts to the surrounding area. He
agreed with Mr. Clawson that the requested expansion seems reasonable,
emphasizing that the zoning will not change. Adding that this is private
property for which the owner is proposing a moderate expansion and—
moreover—is agreeing to certain restrictions,he felt that allowing the
expansion would not only be fair but would also strike a balance between the
interests of all involved parties.
Councilman Schlitzer reviewed the history of this site,pointing out that when
this building was first constructed,Taco Time represented to the City that the
use would not expand in the future. Now,however, the company is asking for a
25%expansion. Saying that the surrounding neighborhood opposes the
expansion,he added that it had also opposed the building's being constructed in
the first place. He was troubled with allowing a 25%expansion for a building
zoned Convenience Commercial (CC), questioning if the City wants to set a
precedent and start allowing this for all CC-zoned areas in Renton. He
concluded that although it is reasonable to allow the extra parking,a physical
expansion of the building would unacceptably intrude into the neighborhood.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler explained that both of the committee reports
would allow expanding the parking area to alleviate spillover onto the
residential streets,thereby protecting the neighborhood. Emphasizing that
Maplewood is a neighborhood, she said it was never the City's intention for
this area to have a great deal of commercial uses. She concluded that inherent
in the policies of the Convenience Commercial (CC) zone is that its uses are
supposed to serve the existing neighborhood.
Mr. Parker cautioned that, if it approves the proposed agreement relating to the
single family development on the Conrad parcels,the City would be in danger
of selectively setting development standards for particular areas. He
maintained that this is a private property issue, saying that if a proposed
January 4, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 8
development meets the City's regulations, it should be allowed and not further
restricted. Also,he did not believe that the proposed expansion would change
the character of the neighborhood.
Mrs.Keolker-Wheeler replied that if any precedent is being set by the ..r
agreement pertaining to the Conrad parcels, it is that a developer,the City, and
affected residents can work together to reach an agreement which is acceptable
to all interested parties.
Responding to Councilman Edwards,Mike Kattermann,Director of
Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning, said that any development agreement for
the Taco Time property would be the subject of a public hearing before the City
Council prior to its being approved.
*Moved by Keolker-Wheeler, seconded by Schlitzer, Council concur in the
majority committee report as presented. Roll call: two ayes (Keolker-Wheeler,
Schlitzer); four nays(Parker, Clawson, Edwards,Nelson). Motion failed.
**MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE MINORITY COMMITTEE REPORT AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. Council President Parker noted the addition of item 6J., described on
page 9.
Court Case: CRT-98-015, Court Case filed on behalf of Local 32 of the United Association of
Plumbers&Pipefitters Union Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry alleging
v. Renton,et al. that NW GM Contractors(a subcontractor on the City Hall remodel project)
has not paid required wages,nor made required monthly fringe benefit
contributions to Union employees. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance now
Services.
Appeal: Pierre Grady Way City Clerk submitted appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision denying a zoning
Rezone from CO to IM, SA- reclassification from Commercial Office (CO) to Medium Industrial (IM) for
98-126 the Pierre Grady Way site located on SW Grady Way between Oakesdale and
Powell Avenues SW; appeal filed on 12/30/98 by Vicki Morris, representing
James and Barbara Pierre(File No. SA-98-126). Refer to Planning&
Development Committee.
Vacation: Lake View Blvd City Clerk submitted petition for street vacation of a portion of Lake View
(104`h Ave SE), Blvd. (104th Ave. SE) located east of Lake Washington Blvd. and south of NE
Martindale/VAC-98-004 20th St.; petition submitted by James S.Martindale, 9712 237th Pl. SW,
Edmonds, 98020 (VAC-98-004). Refer to Board of Public Works; set a public
hearing for January 25, 1999 to determine the advisability of the vacation. (See
page 11 for resolution setting the public hearing.)
Plat: Estates at Hidden Creek, Development Services Division recommended approval,with condition, of the
Final (NE 8t" St/Chelan Pl Estates at Hidden Creek Final Plat; 10 single family lots on 1.73 acres in the
NE),FP-98-154 vicinity of NE 8th St. and Chelan Pl.NE (FP-98-154). Council concur. (See
page 11 for resolution.)
Planning: R-10 and R-14 Zone Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department
Changes recommended amendments to the R-10 and R-14 zones to: promote small lot
development;resolve Code conflicts and clarify fencing and buffering
requirements for commercial uses; and incorporate a definition system that
classifies single family as traditional detached and semi-attached,and multi- +ANO
family as including townhouses and flats. Refer to Planning& Development
Committee.
January 4, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 9
LID: 336, 3700 Lk Wash Blvd Transportation Systems Division recommended acceptance of the final cost of
N RR Xing,Final Costs $76,880.64 for construction of LID 336 (railroad crossing in the 3700 block of
Lake Washington Blvd.N.) for a term of five years with an interest rate of
„�. 6.5%. Set public hearing for February 1, 1999 on this matter.
Airport: Seaplane Dock Transportation Division reported plans to replace the Municipal Airport's
Rehabilitation seaplane docking facility to achieve a decreased footprint, improved
appearance and easier maintenance. Refer to Transportation (Aviation)
Committee.
Lease: Lane Hangar Condo Transportation Division recommended approval of a lease with the Lane
Association Hangar Condominium Association, Inc., for operation of a condominium
hangar at Renton Municipal Airport. Refer to Transportation (Aviation)
Committee.
Public Works: Kennydale Utility Systems Division recommended approval of a contract in the amount of
Lakefront Sewer Replacement $66,200 with KCM, Inc. for pre-design services on the Kennydale Lakefront
Pre-Design,KCM Inc Sewer Replacement project. Council concur.
Added Item 6.i. Executive Department requested Council confirmation of its previous
Puget Western Parcel"A" authorization to the Administration to purchase property adjacent to City Hall
Property Acquisition(City Hall from Puget Western (described as parcel "A", the parking/access parcel,
Parking&Access) consisting of 24,188.77 square feet), at a cost of$185,842.09. Council concur.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO ADD ITEM 6J.
CARRIED.
HR&RM: Claims for Responding to Council inquiry regarding the court case filed by the Plumbers
Damages,Periodic Status and Pipefitters Union(see page 8),Mayor Tanner explained that it is not at all
Reports to Council unusual for municipalities to be named in lawsuits against contractors or
subcontractors for public projects. Assistant City Attorney Zanetta Fontes
confirmed that, in fact, this is required procedure for any person or group
asserting a claim against a public works contract retainage.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler requested that the Human Resources&Risk
Management Department provide Council with brief,periodic reports on all
claims filed with the City.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Jonathon&Joyce Stu, 2549 SE 16th St.
Citizen Comment: Siu- Renton, 98058,expressing disfavor with allowing additional gambling
Gambling Establishments& establishments in Renton as doing so would hurt,rather than enhance, the
Renton City Image City's image. The Sius also asked that the site containing the "Welcome to
Renton" sign on Grady Way be better maintained. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS
MATTER TO THE PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Parker presented a report recommending the following
Committee on Committees committee chairmanships and committee assignments for the Council for 1999:
Council: 1999 Council Community Services Committee: Toni Nelson, Chair; Kathy Keolker-Wheeler,
Committee Assignments Vice-Chair; Tim Schlitzer,Member;
Finance Committee: Bob Edwards, Chair; Toni Nelson,Vice-Chair; Randy
Corman, Member;
Planning &Development Committee: Kathy Keolker-Wheeler, Chair; Bob
Edwards, Vice-Chair; Dan Clawson,Member;
January 4, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Pa ,e 10
Public Safety Committee: Tim Schlitzer, Chair; Randy Corman, Vice-Chair;
Bob Edwards,Member;
Transportation(Aviation) Committee: Randy Corman, Chair; Dan Clawson,
Vice-Chair;Toni Nelson,Member; and
Utilities Committee: Dan Clawson, Chair; Tim Schlitzer,Vice-Chair; Kathy
Keolker-Wheeler, Member.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee 1998 Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending
Finance: Vouchers approval of Payroll Vouchers 163940 - 164246 and 521 direct deposits in the
total amount of$1,260,935.95. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers 1998 Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending
approval of Claim Vouchers 166173 - 166638 and three wire transfers totaling
$4,827,454.25; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 164247 - 164473 and 515
direct deposits in the total amount of$1,269,215.07. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Executive: 1998 Volunteer Council President Parker noted that, according to the recent 1998 City of
Report Renton Volunteer Report, 54,291 hours were donated last year by 891 people.
He commended those citizens who make the commitment to contribute to and
thereby better their city.
EDNSP: Downtown Pavilion Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Chief Administrative Officer
Update Jay Covington said the report is expected from the consultant on the pavilion ..r
project at the end of January,at which time a presentation will be made to the
full Council.
City Clerk: TCI Customer Noting she has received a number of complaints from citizens relating to poor
Service service from TCI,Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler asked if this franchise can be revised
in an effort to require the company to provide better service. City Clerk/Cable
Manager Marilyn J.Petersen replied that City staff is meeting monthly with
TCI regarding the planned fiber optic rebuild and cable service expansion to
over 54 channels for Renton residents. She offered to look into specific
instances of customer complaints, given the necessary information.
HR&RM: Employee Cellular Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler suggested that the City consider soliciting
Phone Service Contract bids or proposals for employee cellular phone service. Noting that the City has
contracted with the same certain provider for some time, she said it was
possible that a better deal could be struck elsewhere. Mayor Tanner agreed to
investigate this matter.
Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the
Committee proposed merger of TCI and AT&T. The Committee has reviewed the
Franchise: TCI Merger with recommendations from staff and the City's cable consultant regarding the
AT&T proposed merger of TCI and AT&T, and recommended approval of the
franchise merger, subject to the conditions contained in the accompanying
resolution. The conditions require that the Franchisee will continue to be
bound by the City's Master Cable Television Ordinance and the existing
franchise with TCI which will expire in the year 2008. It also requires AT&T ""d
to obtain any necessary federal, state or local authorization prior to the
introduction of new services over the Franchisee's system and to pay any fees,
January 4, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 11
taxes or other assessments to the City. The Committee recommended that the
City Council authorize adoption of the proposed resolution. MOVED BY
NELSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 11 for resolution.)
....
Appointment: Planning Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Commission recommending concurrence in the Mayor's appointment of Natalie Dohrn to
the Planning Commission for a three-year term to expire on June 30, 2001.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Appointment: Board of Ethics Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding
appointments to the Board of Ethics. The Administration received a formal
request from Local Union No. 2170 to reactivate the Board of Ethics. Since the
Administration is committed to upholding and maintaining an ethical,
professional organization, and ensuring that all city employees abide by both
the letter and spirit of the City's Code of Ethics, it was decided to proceed with
the Board of Ethics reactivation. As a result, the Administration submitted a
list of five nominees (one representing each of the five organizations or bodies
outlined in RMC 2-2-1) for confirmation.
The Committee recommended concurrence in all five of the Administration's
appointments to the Board of Ethics (Gerry Marsh,Karla Fredericksen, Joy
Poff,Randolph Holt, and Rosemary Parris). The terms of office for Board
members are staggered for one,two,three, four, and five years respectively,
after which the terms of the appointments shall be four years. MOVED BY
NELSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
r.... RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3366 A resolution was read setting a public hearing on January 25, 1999, to vacate a
Vacation: Lake View Blvd portion of Lake View Boulevard east of Lake Washington Blvd. and south of
(104th Ave SE), NE 201h St. (also referred to as 104th Ave. SE) for Legacy Partners/Martindale,
Martindale/VAC-98-004 et al.,VAC-98-004. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution#3367 A resolution was read approving the Estates at Hidden Creek final plat, located
Plat: Estates at Hidden Creek, in the vicinity of Duvall Ave.NE and NE 8th St. (FP-98-154). MOVED BY
Final (NE 8th St/Chelan PI PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
NE),FP-98-154 RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution#3368 A resolution was read approving the change of control of the cable
Franchise: TCI Merger with communications franchise from TCI to AT&T. MOVED BY PARKER,
AT&T SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Public Safety: Regional Referring to a letter which Mayor Tanner recently sent to King County
Services Funding Bill(King Executive Ron Sims regarding the draft Regional Services Funding Bill, which
County Sheriff's Office) was proposed by King County Sheriff Dave Reichert, it was MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. Mayor Tanner
noted that the Sheriff has proposed that King County establish a special county-
wide taxing district to generate funding for services provided by his
r.... department.
Streets: Olympia Ave NE Councilmember Nelson requested that the Administration look into a problem
Alleyway(4th& 6th Sts) where a section of Olympia Ave.NE between NE 4th and 6th Streets, although
January 4, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 12
actually an alley, is being used as a street.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Brian Miller, 3202 SE 5`h St.,Renton, 98058, expressed disappointment that
Citizen Comment: Miller— although 116 Maplewood residents declared their opposition to the Taco Time
Taco Time Rezone and headquarters expansion, as did the City's Planning Commission and two
Expansion Councilmembers, it will nevertheless be allowed because four City
Councilmembers approved it.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 9:06 p.m.
A* JAPTERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
January 4, 1999
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 4, 1999
woo COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 1/11 1999 Legislative Priorities
(Parker) 6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 1/05 Ron Regis Park Re-naming
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m.
FINANCE
(Edwards)
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT THURS., 1/07 R-10 and R-14 Zone Amendments
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m.
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 1/05 Seaplane Dock Rehabilitation(briefing
(Corman) 4:00 p.m. only);
Lane Hangar Condo Association Lease;
Boeing Funding for Oakesdale Project;
Proposed New Gas Tax Allocation;
Downtown One-Way Street Grid;
Pedestrian Priority at Intersections
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOW
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
January 11, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m. ..r
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JANUARY 4, 1999
4. PUBLIC HEARING: Adult Book Store Moratorium (six-month extension); see agenda item 10.
for resolution
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Court Case filed on behalf of the Carpenters Trust of Western Washington and the Pacific Northwest
District Council of Carpenters alleging that Central Contracting, Inc. (a subcontractor on the City Hall
remodel project) owes $28,412.33 for required contributions to fringe benefits, vacation funds and
union dues. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
b. Community Services Department recommends approval of an agreement in the amount of$57,000 for
design services from Pacific Engineering Technologies, Inc. for the Highlands Neighborhood Center
reconstruction project. Council concur.
c. Development Services Division recommends adoption of the 1997 Uniform Codes and increased fee
schedules. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
d. Finance & Information Services Department presents the Long Range Financial Forecast Model, used
for forecasting revenues and expenditures. Refer to Finance Committee.
e. Fire Department recommends adoption of the 1997 Uniforni Fire Code, adopted by the State effective
July 1, 1998. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
f. Hearing Examiner recommends approval of the request from Martin Smith Real Estate Services to
rezone a 2.9 acre parcel in the 900 block of SW 16th St. from Medium Industrial (IM) to Commercial
Office (CO), R-98-131. Council concur. (See agenda item 10. for ordinance.)
g. Hearing Examiner recommends approval, with conditions, of the Monterey Heights Preliminary Plat;
11 single family lots on 3.13 acres located on Monterey Ave. NE between NE 12th and 14th Streets
(PP-98-144). Council concur.
h. Human Resources & Risk Management Department recommends modifications to the City's
healthcare plan, effective February 1, 1999, as proposed by the Health Benefits Task Force. Refer to
Finance Committee.
i. Legal Department requests authorization to commence condemnation proceedings for the
Williams/Hiatt and Jasper parcels, located on the south side of S. 2nd St. between Burnett and Logan
Avenues South. The properties will be used for parking for downtown businesses and the piazza.
Refer to Finance Committee.
j. Technical Services Division recommends approval of ordinance vacating a section of SW Harris P1.
between Rainier Ave. S. and SW Sunset Blvd. Council concur. (See agenda item 10. for ordinance.)
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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8. CORRESPONDENCE
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: 1999 Legislative Priorities
b. Community Services Committee: Ron Regis Park re-naming
c. Transportation (Aviation) Committee: Lane Hangar Condo Association Lease; Boeing Funding for
Oakesdale project; Proposed new gas tax allocation; Downtown one-way street grid; Pedestrian
priority at intersections
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Extending the moratorium on adult book stores for an additional six months
Ordinance for first reading: SW 16th St. rezone (see 71)
Ordinance for first reading and advancement to second and final reading:
Vacating a portion of SW Harris Pl. between Rainier Ave. N. & SW Sunset Blvd. (Regis, et al.; VAC-97-002)
11. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
1999 Legislative Priorities
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Referrals
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CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
CRT-99-001, Carpenters' Unions v. Renton et al. (re: City Hall remodel project)
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Long Range Financial Forecast Model
Modifications to the healthcare plan
Condemnation of property on S. 2nd St. (Jasper and Williams/Hiatt parcels)
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Lane Hangar Condominium Association lease
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
1997 Uniform Building Codes and fees
1997 Uniform Fire Codes
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Request for waiver of compensation for Kirkland Pl. street vacation(VAC-97-007)
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
1/25/99 —Petition for street vacation on Lake View Blvd. (Martindale, VAC-98-004)
1/25/99—Amendments to the R-10 and R-14 zones
2/01/99—LID 336 final cost (RR Xing in 3700 block of Lake Wash. Blvd.) ""'r
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
January 11, 1999 Council Chambers
i"' Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; BOB
COUNCILMEMBERS EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL EXCUSE
ABSENT COUNCILMAN DAN CLAWSON. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LARRY WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
SUSAN CARLSON, Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic
Planning Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of
Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning; BETTY NOKES,Director of Economic
Development; DEREK TODD,Finance Analyst; COMMANDER KEVIN
MILOSEVICH,Police Department.
PRESS Elizabeth Parker,Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF JANUARY 4, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Legal:Adult Book Store accordance with local and State laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
Moratorium regarding the proposal to extend the moratorium on the permitting of adult
book stores.
Mike Kattermann,Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning, explained
that the moratorium was initially imposed by Council in July of 1997, and has
been renewed twice since that time. Approval of the extension this evening,
then,would constitute the third six-month renewal of the moratorium. The
extension is being requested to allow staff additional time to gather information
on this subject, analyze the various issues involved, and make a
recommendation to Council.
Describing current research efforts on this matter,Mr. Kattermann said staff
has reviewed 15 studies and more than 50 court cases pertaining to adult
entertainment uses. Some of these studies and court cases, along with other
relevant information, will be transmitted to the Council for its review in the
form of a legislative record. Meanwhile, staff will continue to work with
several local jurisdictions to develop a coordinated approach to adult uses.
Concluding,Mr.Kattermann said staff anticipates that a draft ordinance will be
available for environmental review and public comment within the next six
months.
Audience comment was invited.
Heidi Carlson, 806 Index Ct.NE,Renton, 98056, asked if it would be possible
r... to obtain a copy of the legislative record described by Mr. Kattermann. Larry
Warren, City Attorney,replied that since this is being prepared as background
information for the City Council, it will be reviewed by Councilmembers first
before it is made available to the public.
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January 11, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 18
Sandel Demastus, 1137 Harrington Ave.NE,Renton, 98056,reported that a
group in Portland, OR called"Neighborhood, Inc."is actively resisting the
siting of adult entertainment uses in that jurisdiction. She said one of the
group's coordinators, Sylvia Borgert, (phone#503-823-4592.)would like to ..r
speak with Renton's city attorney regarding this issue.
Gale Wright, 1033 Sunset Blvd. NE#11,Renton, 98056, emphasized that
whatever the final provisions of Renton's draft adult book store ordinance, she
did not want the store in the Highlands to be grandfathered in.
Philip Beckley, 655 Ferndale Ct.NE,Renton, 98056,reported that today, the
United States Supreme Court upheld the City of New York's ability to restrict
adult entertainment uses from its Times Square District. Mr. Beckley
encouraged Renton to extend its moratorium this evening.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
EXTEND THE MORATORIUM ON ADULT BOOK STORES FOR AN
ADDITIONAL SIX MONTHS. CARRIED. (See page 21 for resolution.)
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• King County has pledged$200,000 towards construction of the Oakesdale
Ave. SW project,Phase II,which will complete the missing section
between SW 27th and 31st Streets and simultaneously widen the arterial to '"'r
five lanes down its length.
• Also, Renton has received King County's contribution($1,050,000) to the
Cedar River 205 Flood Control project.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Court Case: CRT-99-001, Court Case filed on behalf of the Carpenters Trust of Western Washington and
Carpenters Unions v.Renton the Pacific Northwest District Council of Carpenters alleging that Central
et al. Contracting, Inc. (a subcontractor for the City Hall remodel project)owes
$28,412.33 for required contributions to fringe benefits, vacation funds and
union dues. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
Parks: Highlands Community Services Department recommended approval of an agreement in
Neighborhood Center the amount of$57,000 for design services from Pacific Engineering
Reconstruction Design,Pacific Technologies, Inc. for the Highlands Neighborhood Center reconstruction
Engineering Technologies project. Council concur.
Development Service: 1997 Development Services Division recommended adoption of the 1997 Uniform
Uniform Codes&Fees Codes and increased fee schedules. Refer to Planning&Development
Committee.
Finance: Long Range Finance&Information Services Department presented the Long Range
Financial Forecast Model Financial Forecast Model, used for forecasting revenues and expenditures.
Refer to Finance Committee.
Fire: 1997 Uniform Fire Code Fire Department recommended adoption of the 1997 Uniform Fire Code,
adopted by the State effective July 1, 1998. Refer to Planning&Development
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January 11, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 19
Committee.
Rezone: SW 16th St(900 Hearing Examiner recommended approval of the request from Martin Smith
Block),Martin Smith Real Real Estate Services to rezone a 2.9 acre parcel in the 900 block of SW 16th St.
Estate Services,R-98-131 from Medium Industrial (IM)to Commercial Office (CO),R-98-131. Council
concur. (See page 21 for ordinance.)
Plat: Monterey Heights Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Monterey
Preliminary,Monterey&NE Heights Preliminary Plat; 11 single family lots on 3.13 acres located on
12th(PP-98-144) Monterey Ave.NE between NE 12th and 14th Streets (PP-98-144). Council
concur.
HR&RM: 1999 Healthcare Human Resources&Risk Management Department recommended
Plan Changes modifications to the City's healthcare plan, effective February 1, 1999, as
proposed by the Health Benefits Task Force. In addition to general plan
language amendments,the changes also affect: chiropractic services;
medically-accepted transplants; home health,hospice and skilled nursing care;
congenital deformities and mastectomies; prescription drugs; and coverage of
routine wellness exams. Refer to Finance Committee.
Legal: S 2nd Street Property Legal Department requested authorization to commence condemnation
Condemnations(Jasper& proceedings for the Williams/Hiatt and Jasper parcels, located on the south side
Williams/Hiatt Parcels) of S 2nd. St. between Burnett and Logan Avenues South. The properties will
be used for parking for downtown businesses and the piazza. Refer to Finance
Committee.
Vacation: SW Harris Pl (Regis Technical Services Division reported that the petitioner for the vacation of a
et al.,VAC-97-002) section of SW Harris Pl.between Rainier Ave. S. and SW Sunset Blvd. has met
all conditions of the vacation approval, and thus recommended approval of the
required ordinance. Council concur. (See page 21 for ordinance.)
r... MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler,Mayor Tanner said that the
property owners are not expected to contest the condemnation,but the
leaseholder may have objections. City Attorney Warren added that he
recommends condemnation proceedings to protect the City from incurring
additional damages when the current tenant is displaced.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Ronald Fitzgerald,regarding the Kirkland Pl.
Citizen Comment: Fitzgerald- street vacation, approved by Council last March. Mr. Fitzgerald requested that
Kirkland Pl. Street Vacation, the City waive any compensation for this property in light of the dedication of
VAC-97-007 Kirkland Court's Tract A to Renton. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED
BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Parker presented a report recommending that Council
Committee of the Whole authorize the following issues as the City of Renton's 1999 legislative
Council: 1999 Council priorities:
Legislative Priorities 1. Endangered Species Act(ESA): Support legislation that involves cities at
all levels of the ESA decision-making process. Direct funding to projects
which are consistent with best scientific knowledge and requirements for
ongoing evaluation to ensure confidence that the salmon runs are recovering
and that economic development is considered in such recovery efforts.
2. State and Local Transportation Funding: Recognize the need for local
control and sufficient revenue to adequately fund both system maintenance
January 11, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 20
and improvements. Secure funding for local transportation projects: a)I-
405/NE 44th St. interchange; b) SW 27th St./Strander- SR-181 to SR-167
with HOV interchange at SR-167; c) Oakesdale Ave. SW,Phase II(27th to
31st); and d) SR-169— 140th Way to SR-900.
3. Economic Development Incentives: Support economic incentives or tools
that assist in maintaining,expanding and diversifying our local economy.
4. Local Authority Issues: Support the provision and protection of adequate
and flexible local government revenue sources needed to fund basic essential
services.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Zoning: R-10 and R-14 Zone Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Changes regarding the proposed amendments to the R-10 and R-14 single and multi-
family zones. The proposed Code amendments help implement the
Comprehensive Plan,promote small lot detached housing,provide consistent
terminology, and remove some Code conflicts. The Committee recommended
that a public hearing be scheduled for January 25, 1999, and that the item
remain in committee pending the outcome of the hearing and additional
committee discussion. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED
BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT AS
READ. CARRIED.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler encouraged public input on these issues,
which could result in smaller lot sizes across the City, particularly in the R-10
(or infill) zone.
Responding to Councilman Schlitzer, Mayor Tanner said that persons
interested in commenting on this(or any) issue via e-mail can log onto the
City's web page at www.ci.renton.wa.us and transmit their remarks to the
Council and Administration electronically.
Transportation Committee Transportation Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending that
Lease: Lane Hangar Condo the City Council consent to the leasehold becoming condominium hangars, and
Association authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the City of Renton's
authorization for the Lane Hangar Condominium Association's covenants,
conditions and restrictions. The Committee further recommended that the City
Council approve the new lease with the Lane Hangar Condominium
Association,and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the lease.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation: Pedestrian Transportation Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding the
Priority @ Intersections priority of pedestrians at signalized intersections. Transportation Systems
Division briefed the Committee on the guidelines and policies followed by the
Transportation Division in regards to the design and operation of signalized
pedestrian crossings. The Committee is satisfied with staff's objective to
provide safe and efficient operation of the signal system for both motorists and
pedestrians, and recommended Council concurrence. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY NELSON,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation: Downtown Transportation Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding the
Area One-Way Streets confusion associated with the downtown area's one-way streets.
Transportation Systems briefed the Committee on the advantages and
disadvantages of one-way streets in the Central Business District. The
January 11, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 21
Committee is satisfied that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, and
therefore recommended that Council not make changes to the directional flow
of the streets in the Central Business District at this time. MOVED BY
CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
wow COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation: Gas Tax Transportation Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding the
Allocation (King County Local allocation of a proposed new gas tax. The Committee recommended that this
Options) item be removed from its referral list for the following reasons:
1. King County has decided not to pursue a local options gas tax this year.
2. A County-wide committee and the State Legislature will be considering
various funding options over the next year, and local action will not be
necessary until these processes take shape.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Streets: Oakesdale Ave SW, Transportation Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding Boeing's
Phase I,Boeing Mitigation financial contribution to the Oakesdale Ave. SW(Phase 1)project. The
Funds Committee recommended that this item be taken off the referral list as all
issues involving this matter have been resolved. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3369 A resolution was read extending a moratorium on the permitting of adult book
Legal: Adult Book Store stores, as defined, within specific geographical areas, and establishing a
Moratorium termination date of July 11, 1999 for the moratorium. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Rezone: SW 16th St(900 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of approximately 2.9
Block), Martin Smith Real acres located in the 900 block of SW 16th Street from Medium Industrial (IM)
Estate Services, R-98-131 to Commercial Office (CO) for Martin Smith Real Estate Services (R-98-131).
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 1/25/99.
CARRIED.
Vacation: SW Harris PI (Regis An ordinance was read vacating a portion of SW Harris Place between Rainier
et al., VAC-97-002) Ave. S. and SW Sunset Blvd. (Regis,et al.; VAC-97-002). MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE
ORDINANCE TO SECOND AND FINAL READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4762 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Vacation: SW Harris PI(Regis MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,COUNCIL ADOPT
et al.,VAC-97-002) THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11th PI.,Renton, 98056, said that in addition to general
Citizen Comment: Evans— traffic and speeding emphases,Renton's police patrols should also enforce the
"Cover Your Load" law that requires drivers to cover loads of refuse. Mr. Evans explained that NE
Regulation Enforcement 3rd and 4th Streets east of Sunset Blvd. are often littered with debris from the
loads of vehicles headed for the King County transfer station on NE 4th Street.
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Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler suggested that transfer station employees
might remind their customers of this regulation as they enter the station, since
January 11, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 22
this is already a necessary point of contact.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:18 p.m.
MARILYN . PEVRSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
January 11, 1999
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR �3
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 11, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 1/18 No meeting (Martin Luther King, Jr.
(Parker) Day)
MON., 1/25 *CANCELLED*
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 1/25 Vouchers;
(Edwards) 6:00 p.m. Health Benefits Modifications;
Property Condemnations (Jasper and
Williams/Hiatt Parcels);
Long-Range Financial Forecast
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT THURS., 1/14 The Bluffs Development
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m.
THURS., 1/21 A-Frame Signs;
4:00 p.m. East Renton Plateau Annexation Zoning
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 1/25 Juvenile Accountability Block Grant
(Schlitzer) 5:30 p.m. Update;
King County Draft Regional Services
Funding Bill
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 1/19 Kirkland Pl. NE Street Vacation
(Corman) 4:00 p.m.
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
January 25, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JANUARY 11, 1999
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. Street Vacation petition for a portion of Lake View Blvd. (104th Ave. SE); Legacy Partners/
Martindale, et al. (VAC-98-004)
b. Proposed R-10 (single and multi-family) and R-14 (multi-family) Zoning Code amendments
(10 units per acre and 14 units per acre, respectively); including density bonus, smaller lot sizes,
and other changes to development standards
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk submits Quarterly Contract List for October 1 —December 31, 1998; 50 agreements totaling
$2,577,058.93. Information.
b. Court Case filed by Angeles Metal Systems v. the City of Renton, et al. alleging that Central
Contracting, a subcontractor on the City Hall remodel project, owes $21,291.63 for materials that were
delivered on credit, but never paid for. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
c. Community Services Department recommends approval of an agreement with Western Specialty
Products, Inc. for free Maplewood Golf Course scorecards in exchange for allowing the company to
sell advertising for display on the cards. The City's annual cost savings would be $3,000. Getineil
ee - Refer to Community Services Committee.
d. Finance & Information Services Department recommends approval of a resolution updating signature
authorities for depositories and electronic fund transfers for the City, due to personnel changes.
Council concur. (See agenda item 10. for resolution.)
e. Finance & Information Services Department recommends that the City's gambling tax rates be
changed as follows: the pull-tab tax rate be decreased from 5%of gross receipts to 7%of net
proceeds; and the card room tax rate be increased to 20% (from 10%) of gross receipts. Refer to
Finance Committee. set~ublie heafi~i- en Febp af, , ° 19W.
f. Planning/Building/Public Works Department recommends that the fee charged to developers to
sanitize new water pipes with chlorine be collected up-front. Refer to Utilities Committee.
g. Public Works Department requests approval of a contract in the amount of$20,000 with JA Young
and Co., Inc., as a sole source provider for database modeling and design purposes for the City's map
data. Council concur.
h. Transportation Systems Division submits the Eastside Transportation Mobility Action Priorities, a
guide to support implementation of regional and subregional transportation projects. Refer to
Transportation Committee.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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i. Transportation Systems Division.submits CAG-98-112, N. 8th St. and Houser Way reconstruction
project; and requests approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of
$43,304.25, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$13,478.55 to
R.W. Scott Construction Co., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
... 8. CORRESPONDENCE
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Finance Committee: Vouchers; Health Benefits Modifications; Property Condemnations*
b. Public Safety Committee: King County Draft Regional Services Funding Bill
c. Transportation Committee: Kirkland Pl. NE street vacation compensation
d. Park Board: Recommendation regarding a citizen request to preserve land and establish a
public trail in the Kennydale area
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Authorizing signatures for depositories and electronic fund transfers (see 7.d.)
Ordinance for first reading:
Authorizing the condemnation of properties on S. 2nd St. between Burnett and Logan Avenues South for
public parking (Williams/Hiatt and Jasper parcels; see 9.a.)
Ordinance for second and final reading: SW 16th St. rezone (1st reading 1/11/99)
11. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
+... 12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
**CANCELLED**
.AN.
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January 25, 1999 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
CRT-99-002, Angeles Metal Systems v. Renton et al. (re: City Hall remodel project)
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Advertising on Maplewood Golf Course scorecards (contract w/Western Specialty Products)
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Gambling tax rates (Mayor's proposal)
HEARING EXAMINER
Recommendation from the Park Board re: Kennydale open space request (in re: Labrador subdivision)
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Amended development agreement with Legacy Partners for The Bluffs project (Lake Wash. Blvd)
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Eastside Transportation Program Mobility Action Priorities
Nod
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Water pipe sanitization fee collection procedure
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2/01/99 —LID 336 final cost(RR Xing in 3700 block of Lake Wash. Blvd.)
2/22/99 —East Renton Plateau annexation zoning
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
r.r January 25, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; BOB EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN;
TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LARRY WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
MICHAEL KATTERMANN,Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning;
BETTY NOKES,Director of Economic Development; GLENN KOST, CIP
Manager; VICTORIA RUNKLE,Finance&Information Services
Administrator; PAUL KUSAKABE, Fiscal Services Director; JANA
HUERTER,Principal Planner; TOM BOYNS, Property Services Supervisor;
LISA GRUETER, Senior Planner; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst;
COMMANDER KATHLEEN MCCLINCY,Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF JANUARY 11, 1999 AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARINGS This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Vacation:Lake View Blvd(104th accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
Ave SE),Legacy PartnersNAC- to consider the petition for a street vacation of a portion of Lake View
98-004 Boulevard(104th Ave. SE) for Legacy Partners/Martindale, et al. (VAC-98-
004).
Tom Boyns, Property Services Supervisor, explained that the vacation is being
requested to facilitate a proposed development project called"The Bluffs"
between Lake Washington Blvd. and I-405, south of N. 20th Street. The
signatures on the petition represent 90% of the frontage along the right-of-way.
to be vacated.
Mr. Boyns reported that earlier street vacations have rendered this remaining
section of Lake View Blvd. without public access. The City has neither any
facilities within the right-of-way, which is undeveloped,nor does it have any
plans to use it. Staff and the Board of Public Works both recommend that the
vacation be granted as requested.
Responding to Council President Parker,Mr. Boyns said the right-of-way was
dedicated to the City at the time this area was platted. Because no public funds
were expended to acquire the property, Council can set the compensation to be
provided up to one-half of its appraised value. Mr. Boyns added that the
property amounts to just over two acres in size.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE STREET VACATION OF LAKE VIEW BLVD. AS REQUESTED.
CARRIED.
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Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler requested that the Administration urge the
King County Assessor's Office to place this property on the tax rolls as soon as
possible after the vacation is finalized. Saying that Renton's taxpayers deserve
to have this done as quickly as possible, she noted that in similar cases in the Now
past, it has taken the County as long as two or three years to complete this
process.
Planning: R-10 and R-14 This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Zoning Code Amendments accordance with local and State laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
to consider proposed R-10 (single and multi-family) and R-14(multi-family)
Zoning Code amendments (10 units per acre and 14 units per acre,
respectively); including density bonus, smaller lot sizes, and other changes to
development standards.
Lisa Grueter, Senior Planner, explained that the proposed changes were
developed in response to two"demonstration"projects, the Village on Union
and The Orchards,both of which were designed to provide innovative home
ownership opportunities in the City. The Village on Union is made up of small
lot single family homes along with nine attached townhouse units. The
demonstration portion of The Orchards project has 63 detached and 59 attached
units in several configurations.
Ms. Grueter added that last year, Council approved a Comprehensive Plan
amendment which offers a density bonus in the Residential Options designation
that would allow a maximum of thirteen units per acre, on the condition that all
the units are detached. The City hopes this will encourage small lot, detached
unit development in the R-10 zone. Other proposed changes will ensure
consistent terminology in these zones and remove language conflicts.
Continuing,Ms. Grueter described the specific changes,one of which is to
define single family housing as traditional detached and semi-attached, and
multi-family housing as including townhouses and flats. In the R-10 zone, the
changes would: offer the aforementioned density bonus; clarify unit types
based on the proposed new definition; allow for condominium ownership;
delete the specific requirements for site plan review; reduce lot size, lot width,
and lot depth standards; increase lot coverage and impervious surface
allowances; and reduce building setbacks.
For townhouses, for example, the minimum lot width would be reduced from
50 feet to 20 feet, and the minimum lot size would decrease from 3,250 to
2,000 s.f. For detached and semi-attached units,the minimum lot would be
reduced from 4,500 to 3,000 s.f.,the maximum lot coverage would increase
from 50%to 70%,and the maximum impervious surface allowed would
increase from 60%to 75%. For all units,the minimum setback of the front
yard to the primary structure would decrease from 15 feet to 10 feet.
In the R-14 zone, the changes would: clarify the unit types based on the
proposed new definitions; clarify language conflicts relating to which
development standards are applied to certain non-residential uses such as
recycling collection stations and churches; and clarify fencing and buffering
requirements for commercial uses.
Concluding,Ms. Grueter said that staff has distributed questionnaires to
residents in both of the demonstration project areas to gather opinions of their
neighborhood's quality. Responses are expected back next week.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler was concerned with some of the proposed
reductions in lot size,width and depth. She questioned, for example,whether it
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would be appropriate to have the minimum width of a townhome be a mere 20
feet. Saying that Renton does not have to accept or agree to densities which are
common in Seattle, she felt that it would be possible to provide opportunities
WAW for housing and home ownership without negative impacts.
Councilman Schlitzer looked forward to the results of the resident survey,
emphasizing that all options should be explored in-depth on this issue.
Saying that the Village on Union project appears to have been successful,
Councilman Corman noted that this development resulted in less overall
density than the property's multi-family zoning would have allowed.
Councilman Parker wanted to know how much vacant land is currently
available for which it would be economically feasible to apply the new
development standards. He added that the potential for redevelopment will also
have to be considered.
Audience comment was invited.
Dick Gilroy, 1560- 140th Ave.NE,Bellevue, developer of The Orchards,
described the various housing components of the project, which includes single
family detached units as well as attached"fee title"homes and stacked, flat,
two-story condominiums. As the project nears completion of its total 356
units, only about 50 units remain to be sold. Mr. Gilroy added that all of the
units have sold prior to being completed, which attests to their success in
meeting the demands of the market.
Councilman Corman was concerned that undue pressure not be placed on areas
zoned R-8 to upzone to R-10, should the proposed changes be made.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler added that the two demonstration projects
had the advantage of working with large parcels, and the development
standards might have considerably different impacts on areas surrounding
much smaller R-10 properties.
Jack Willing, 11555 SE 8th St. #140,Bellevue, 98004, the developer of the
Village on Union project, stated that both his project and The Orchards were
successful due to having been well-planned and well-executed. He commented
on current residential developments in Snohomish County where higher
densities and smaller lot sizes are much more difficult to achieve.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY NELSON,COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler noted that this item will remain in Planning
&Development Committee pending a formal recommendation to the full
Council and development of an ordinance.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
* The Surface Water Division's channel project in the Maplewood Golf
Course has been completed and water is now flowing from the detention
pond through the course across the 10th and 11th fairways, under Maple
Valley Highway,to the fish ladder and on to the Cedar River.
* The Fire Department has established a new program that will help citizens
provide emergency responders with their medical history during an aid call.
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Residents can fill out a special Emergency Medical Information Sheet in
advance,place it on the inside of the cupboard door located closest to their
refrigerator,and place a red sticker dot on the outside of the door so
firefighters know where the form is located. mod
AUDIENCE COMMENT Kim Browne, 1003 N. 28th Pl.,Renton, 98056, spoke regarding a request by
Citizen Comment: Browne— the developer of"The Bluffs"project for a time extension of its site plan
"The Bluffs"Development, approval. She feared that a significant amount of mitigation fees could be lost
Time Extension&Mitigation if the City does not condition any extension on the imposition of mitigation
Fees fees at current(rather than 1993) levels for all of the units to be built. She
asked that the City also require that the developer implement the plan currently
on the table and allow no major modifications.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL SUSPEND THE RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE PLANNING
&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT ON THIS SUBJECT.
CARRIED.
Planning& Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Committee recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the
Development Services: "The alterations to the Development Agreement for the residential development
Bluffs"Development,Time project known as"The Bluffs." The alterations shall reflect the changes as
Extension&Mitigation Fees submitted by the applicant,Legacy Partners; however, the Committee
recommended a one-year extension to the approved site plan instead of a two-
year extension as requested by the applicant. The applicant has offered to pay
the current Park,Traffic and Fire mitigation fees for the additional 15 units, and
the Committee recommended modifying the Development Agreement to reflect
these additional units.
The Committee further recommended that the full Council authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to enter into an amended Development Agreement with the
applicant, Legacy Partners.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler stated that the correct mitigation fees
referred to by Mrs. Browne are as follows: Parks Mitigation Fee, 1999 -
$354.51/unit, 1993 - $180.00/unit; Fire Mitigation Fee, 1999 - $388/unit, 1993
-$388/unit; and Traffic Mitigation Fee, 1999 - $75/trip, 1993 -none assessed.
Mrs.Keolker-Wheeler added that in exchange for the additional 15 housing
units to be built on the northwest section of the property, the developer will
voluntarily update the mitigation fees for the additional units to 1999 levels as
well as dedicate a native growth protection easement in a sensitive area.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Mandl— Marleen Mandl, 1408 N. 26th St.,Renton, 98056, calculated that the park
Kennydale Open Space mitigation fees to be collected from three pending developments in the
Request Kennydale area(namely, Labrador Ventures,Tamaron Pointe and The Bluffs)
will total $121,000. She felt that since these projects will take away a great
deal of green space from this community, the City should use the park fees
collected to preserve some open space for nearby, affected residents.
Councilman Clawson explained that the City uses much of its park mitigation
fees for active recreation facilities such as sportsfields,which are heavily used
by many residents throughout the City regardless of their location.
Ms. Mandl clarified that she was not asking for a full-blown park but rather
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something on a smaller scale such as a trail that residents could use to hike to
and from Gene Coulon Park.
Responding to Council inquiry, City Attorney Lawrence J. Warren said that the
'�. Endangered Species Act will likely prohibit the establishment of a public trail
near Kennydale Creek,particularly given the steepness of the ravine.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL EXTEND THE TIME LIMIT FOR AUDIENCE COMMENT
BEYOND 30 MINUTES. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Kirkman— Pauline H. Kirkman, 1002 N. 35th St., Renton, 98056, supported the time
"The Bluffs"Development, period extension requested for The Bluffs development, explaining that her
Time Extension family owns a portion of this property. Ms. Kirkman added that she and the
other property owners have held this area as a greenbelt for a long time, but
they cannot afford to do so forevermore.
Citizen Comment: Orme— Ray Orme, 229 SW 41st St.,Renton, 98055, opposed the proposal to increase
Gambling Tax Rates the City's tax on card room revenues from 10% to 20%. Explaining that his
business, American Hospitality Communications, supplies communication
systems for many casinos,he pointed out that the City derives other, non-casino
revenues that are nevertheless tied to gambling uses.
Citizen Comment: Steiner— Fred Steiner, 1111 S. 3rd St., Renton, 98055, owner of Diamond Lil's and
Gambling Tax Rates Freddie's, said that a 20%tax on card room gross proceeds would put him out
of business as any downturn in the economy would affect his revenues. Adding
that he employs about 400 workers, he warned that he would first be forced to
terminate their health insurance coverage,which he currently provides for. Mr.
Steiner further claimed that crime prevention needs do not justify an increase in
�... this tax since he provides adequate security and surveillance to ensure that
nothing illegal occurs at his establishments.
Mayor Tanner replied that he would not have proposed this change if other
jurisdictions were not also considering it, or if he believed that the industry
could not sustain it.
Citizen Comment: Browne— Kim Browne, 1003 N. 28th Pl.,Renton, 98056,reiterated her request that the
Kennydale Open Space City use park mitigation fees to purchase a portion of the Labrador Ventures
Request property for preservation as open space. Ms. Browne resubmitted a petition she
originally presented in December of last year, signed by 52 Kennydale
residents, which requested(in part) that"The northern slopes of Kennydale
Creek ravine (be)protected by establishing a native growth protection easement
within the area enclosed by lots 8-12." (See page 33 for additional information
on this subject.)
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. At the request of a Councilmember, item 7.e. was removed for separate
consideration.
City Clerk: Quarterly Contract City Clerk submitted Quarterly Contract List for October 1 —December 31,
List, 10/98-12/98 1998; 50 agreements totaling$2,577,058.93. Information.
Court Case: 99-002, Angeles Court Case filed by Angeles Metal Systems v. the City of Renton, et al.
Metal Systems v Renton alleging that Central Contracting, a subcontractor on the City Hall remodel
project, owes $21,291.63 for materials that were delivered on credit, but never
paid for. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
+r.
Parks: Maplewood Golf Community Services Department recommended approval of an agreement with
Course Scorecards,Western Western Specialty Products, Inc. for free Maplewood Golf Course scorecards in
Specialty Products exchange for allowing the company to sell advertising for display on the cards.
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The City's annual cost savings would be $3,000. Getineil eenei Refer to
Community Services Committee.
Finance: Authorized Finance&Information Services Department recommended approval of a
Signatures for Bank resolution updating signature authorities for depositories and electronic fund No#
Transactions transfers for the City, due to personnel changes. Council concur. (See page 34
for resolution.)
Public Works: Water Pipe Planning/Building/Public Works Department recommended that the fee
Sanitization Fee charged to developers to sanitize new water pipes with chlorine be collected
up-front. Refer to Utilities Committee.
Technical Services: Database Public Works Department requested approval of a contract in the amount of
Modeling&Design Services, $20,000 with JA Young and Co., Inc. as a sole source provider for database
JA Young modeling and design purposes for the City's map data. Council concur.
Transportation: ETP Mobility Transportation Systems Division submitted the Eastside Transportation
Action Priorities Mobility Action Priorities, a guide to support implementation of regional and
subregional transportation projects. Refer to Transportation Committee.
Streets: N 8th St&Houser Transportation Systems Division submitted CAG-98-112,N. 8th St. and
Way Reconstruction,RW Houser Way reconstruction project; and requested approval of the project,
Scott Const authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$43,304.25,
commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
$13,478.55 to R.W. Scott Construction Co., contractor, if all required releases
are obtained. Council concur.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 7.e. FOR
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION AND TO CHANGE ITEM 7.c.FROM
"Council concur"TO "Refer to Community Services Committee." CARRIED.
Separate Consideration Finance&Information Services Department recommended that the City's
Item 7.e. gambling tax rates be changed as follows: the pull-tab tax rate be decreased
Finance: Gambling Tax Rates from 5%of gross receipts to 7% of net proceeds; and the card room tax rate be
increased to 20% (from 10%) of gross receipts.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS ITEM TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE BUT NOT SET A PUBLIC
HEARING DATE AT THIS TIME. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Planning& Development regarding zoning for the East Renton Plateau annexation. The Council referred
Committee the matter of zoning for the East Renton Plateau annexation to the Planning&
Annexation: East Renton Development Committee to consider the proposal and relevant issues prior to
Plateau Zoning the second public hearing. Under State law, two public hearings,occurring at
least thirty days apart,must be held prior to the adoption of a zoning ordinance
for areas outside the city limits. The first public hearing was referred to the
Planning Commission and held on November 18, 1998.
The Committee recommended that the second required public hearing be
scheduled to take public comment on the zoning proposal on February 22,
1999. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Development Services: Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler asked whether the Administration has
Labrador Ventures responded to correspondence from James and Sally Scott, 1405 N. 28`h St., who
Development, Citizen have invited staff and Councilmembers to meet with them and personally walk
Communications the Labrador Ventures development site. She explained that Councilmembers
cannot get involved in this matter directly at this time, since it may well come
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before the Council later on appeal.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending
HR&RM: Healthcare Plan concurrence in the staff recommendation to implement modifications to the
... Changes City's healthcare plan as recommended and proposed by the Healthcare
Benefits Task Force, effective February 1, 1999. In addition to general plan
language amendments, the changes also affect: chiropractic services;
medically-accepted transplants; home health, hospice and skilled nursing care;
congenital deformities and mastectomies; prescription drugs; and coverage of
routine wellness exams.. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
of Claim Vouchers 166639 - 167193 and one wire transfer totaling
$1,207,516.73; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 164474 - 164705 and 526
direct deposits in the total amount of$1,299,666.48. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation Committee Transportation Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding the
Vacation: Kirkland Pl NE, request to waive the appraisal and compensation for the Kirkland Pl.NE street
Waiver of Appraisal & vacation (VAC-97-007). On March 2, 1998, following the public hearing in
Compensation (VAC-97-007) this matter, the City Council approved the petition to vacate a portion of
Kirkland Pl.NE for the development of the Kirkland Court plat, subject to
several conditions. Subsequently, the developer sold its interest in the plat to a
new developer. The new developer, Minden, Haring,Fitzgerald JV, has met all
of the conditions of the street vacation within revisions to the plat and has
Now requested that the City waive the appraisal portion of the process. They further
request that the City accept the dedication of Tract A, which contains
approximately 1.03 acres, in lieu of compensation for the vacated right-of-way.
The City will receive more land area than it is vacating, which is an area of
approximately 3,718 square feet. Since all of the property in question is within
the same immediate vicinity, the land value would be identical on a per square
foot basis. Approving the request would expedite the process of final plat
approval. The Committee recommended that Council approve the request,
waive the appraisal, and accept the dedication of Tract A in lieu of
compensation for this street vacation. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED
BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Public Safety Committee Public Safety Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
King County: Draft Regional concurrence with the Mayor's position opposing the draft Regional Services
Services Funding Bill (Renton Funding Bill as outlined by King County Sheriff Dave Reichert. MOVED BY
Opposition) SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Boards/Commissions: Park Correspondence was read from Tim Searing, Chair of the Park Board,
Board,Kennydale Open Space responding to Council's directive that the Board consider a citizen request that
Request Renton purchase five lots along the north bank of the Kennydale Creek ravine
as part of the Labrador development proposal. The Park Board unanimously
supported the staff recommendation that the probable cost to acquire these
parcels outweighs the benefits to the community. However, the Board
encouraged the City to work with the developer to increase the amount of land
preserved in this area, and further supported the plan to retain the creek as
natural open space via a native growth protection easement.
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Finally,the Board recommended against establishing a public trail in this area
because of the proliferation of small,privately-held properties in the suggested
trail corridor,together with the steep and erosive slopes in the general area.
Responding to Council inquiry,City Attorney Lawrence J.Warren confirmed
that Council should make no decision related to this item until it is clear that it
will no longer be an appellate body, since this issue is narrowly focused on a
particular development application. He agreed, however,that this would be
appropriate information for the Hearing Examiner at this time.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
REFER THIS MATTER TO THE HEARING EXAMINER FOR INCLUSION
IN THE OFFICIAL RECORD ON THE PROPOSED LABRADOR
VENTURES SUBDIVISION PROJECT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3370 A resolution was read authorizing signature for depositories and electronic fund
Finance:Authorized transfers on behalf of and in the name of the City of Renton. MOVED BY
Signatures for Bank PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,COUNCIL ADOPT THE
Transactions RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4763 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of approximately 2.9
Rezone: SW 16th St from IM acres located at the 900 block of SW 16th St. from IM (Medium Industrial)to
to Co, Martin Smith Real CO(Commercial Office) for Martin Smith Real Estate Services(R-98-131).
Estate Services (R-98-131) MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CANCEL
Council: 2/15/99 Meeting THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Cancellation MEETINGS FOR FEBRUARY 15, 1999, IN OBSERVANCE OF
PRESIDENTS' DAY. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 9:38 p.m.
MARILYN ERSEN,CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
January 25, 1999
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR C
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL fVIEETING
January 25, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 2/01 Update on City Hall & Municipal Jail
(Parker) 6:30 p.m. Improvements;
Presentation from the Washington Cities
Insurance Authority
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 2/01 Vouchers;
(Edwards) 5:30 p.m. Gambling Tax Rates;
School Impact Fees
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION)
(Corman)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
REN1'ON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
February 1, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF JANUARY 25, 1999
4. PROCLAMATION: Groundhog Job Shadow Day—February 2, 1999
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Neighborhood Program Liaisons Recognition
6. PUBLIC HEARING: Final Assessment Roll for Local Improvement District (LID) No. 336;
Improvements to Burlington Northern Railroad Crossing serving a public lake
park at 3700 Lake Washington Blvd.; Total final assessment cost: $76,880.64.
7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
8. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
9. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Finance & Information Services Department recommends approval of a contract with Springbrook
Software for Y2K compliant utility billing software, and additionally requests authorization to
purchase a Y2K compliant meter reading system from Western Utilities Supply Company at a total
combined cost of$225,000. Refer to Finance Committee.
b. Surface Water Utility Division recommends an addendum in the amount of$111,743 to CAG-98-031,
contract with R.W. Beck, Inc. for the SW 27th St. culvert replacement project to complete the final
design and preparation of all required permit applications. Council concur.
c. Transportation Division recommends approval of an agreement with the Washington State Department
of Transportation to receive up to $7,500 in grant funds to implement a Flexpass program for City
employees, and additionally recommends approval of a contract with King County's Transit Division
(Metro) to implement the program on a one-year trial basis. Refer to Transportation Committee.
d. Transportation Division recommends approval of an agreement in the amount of$47,459 with King
County for the provision of Commute Trip Reduction services to affected employers in the City of
Renton. Refer to Transportation Committee.
C. Utility Systems Division recommends approval of an agreement with the Cedar River Water and
Sewer District describing mutual water and sewer service boundaries. Refer to Utilities Committee.
10. CORRESPONDENCE
11. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Finance Committee: Vouchers; Gambling Tax Rates; School Impact Fees; Property Condemnation*
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
12. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ordinance for first reading:
Authorizing the condemnation of properties on S. 2nd St. between Burnett and Logan Avenues South for
public parking(Williams/Hiatt and Jasper parcels; see I O.a.)
13. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
14. AUDIENCE COMMENT
15. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
1. Update on City Hall &Municipal Jail improvements
2. Presentation from the Washington Cities Insurance Authority
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
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CITY COUNCIL
February 1, 1999 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Y2K Compliant Utility Billing Software & Meter Reading System
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Flexpass program (WSDOT funding, King County contract to implement)
Agreement with King County for Commute Trip Reduction services
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Agreement with the Cedar River Water & Sewer District for mutual water& sewer service boundaries
PUBLIC HEARING
2/22/99 —East Renton Plateau annexation zoning
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
� February 1, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY
COUNCILMEMBERS CORMAN;TONI NELSON; BOB EDWARDS; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE DAVID DEAN, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning;
VICTORIA RUNKLE,Finance&Information Services Administrator; PAUL
KUSAKABE,Fiscal Services Director; LIN WILSON, Transportation Design
Supervisor; ROD SCHINDLER, Engineering Specialist; COMMANDER
DENNIS GERBER,Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF JANUARY 25, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring February 2, 1999, to be
Groundhog Job Shadow Day— "Groundhog Job Shadow Day" in the City of Renton, during which students
February 2, 1999 will shadow professionals from all walks of life in an effort to see how the skills
r learned in school are put into action in the workplace. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION
AS READ. CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Mike Kattermann, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning, announced
Neighborhood Program that the City launched its Neighborhood Program two years ago. The program,
Liaisons Recognition designed to improve the delivery of municipal services,pairs City staff
members with specific areas of Renton. All the involved employees have
voluntarily donated unpaid, off-work hours to ensure the success of the
program.
With Mayor Tanner's assistance,Mr. Kattermann recognized the following
Neighborhood Program liaisons: Sandy Chastain, Community Relations
Specialist; Garry Anderson, Chief of Police; Karen Marshall,Human Services
Manager; Gerry Rerecich,Recreation Manager; Don Persson, Deputy Police
Chief;Rebecca Lind, Principal Planner; Ray Sled, Water Maintenance
Manager; Bonnie Rerecich, Recreation Supervisor; Julie Brewer,Development
Assistant; Curtis Smalling,Police Commander; Pat Miller, Maintenance
Services Worker; Bob Deines,Fire Captain; Don Erickson, Senior Planner;Neil
Watts, Plan Review Supervisor; and Sonja Mejlaender, Volunteer and Special
Events Coordinator.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Local Improvement District: accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
No. 336,Burlington Northern to consider the final assessment roll for Local Improvement District(LID)No.
RR Crossing at 3700 Lake 336; improvements to a Burlington Northern railroad crossing serving a public
""" Wash. Blvd N lake park at 3700 Lake Washington Blvd.; total final assessment cost—
$76,880.64.
Rod Schindler, Engineering Specialist, explained that residents who had been
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crossing a Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF)Railroad right-of-way by
permit to access their homes petitioned the City to create a public crossing to
relieve them of an insurance mandate by BNSF. Of the 23 parcels affected by
this action, 14 property owners(61%) signed the petition to form an LID. The
City Council approved the establishment of the LID in 1993, using the buildable
lot assessment method with the City participating as one buildable lot. This was
due to the fact that City-owned vehicles use the crossing to access Kennydale
Beach Park and nearby sanitary sewer facilities for maintenance purposes.
After the City approved the LID, the crossing was reconstructed to meet current
Code standards in order to minimize City liability. The paved distance on the
west side of the railroad tracks was extended from four feet to 20 feet, ensuring
a sight distance safe zone for vehicles approaching from the west as well as
those approaching from the east. It also allows the postal service to park
delivery vehicles safely off the tracks. Following the contractor's acceptance of
the final construction payment,Burlington Northern installed the new crossing
in August of 1998.
Mr. Schindler stated that all construction is now complete and the facility is
available for use. Staff recommends that Council accept the final cost of the
LID at$76,880.64,with each of the 24 participants responsible for$3,203.36 of
the cost. Staff additionally recommends a maximum payment term length of
five years with an interest rate of 6.5%.
Responding to Councilman Edwards, Mr. Schindler confirmed that this project
was considered and approved by the Washington Utilities and Transportation
Commission(WUTC).
Councilman Corman asked if the City would be liable for an accident occurring
at this location,now that the sight distance has been improved. Assistant City
Attorney David Dean replied that this would depend on what specifically
caused any particular accident; however,when a facility is built to
transportation standards and well-maintained, one or more drivers is typically
found to be at fault.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL OF LID NO. 336 AS
PRESENTED, IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF$76,880.54; AND REQUIRE
EACH OF THE 24 PARTICIPANTS TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR$3,203.36
OF THE COST(MAXIMUM PAYMENT TERM LENGTH OF FIVE YEARS
WITH AN INTEREST RATE OF 6.5%). CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• Renton's web site received Votenet's award as an Outstanding Political
Web Site. This award recognizes web sites that contribute to the spread of
democracy.
• The Renton Senior Advisory Committee donated$6,000 toward the
purchase of new computers for the Renton Senior Activity Center computer
lab.
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Regarding Renton's web site, Councilman Corman suggested that the City
register the domain name"www.renton.gov"to link to www.ci.renton.wa.us,
since many web users instinctively type in the former name in an effort to locate
�.. the official site. Mayor Tanner agreed this was a good suggestion.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Finance: Y2K Compliant Finance&Information Services Department recommended approval of a
Utility Billing Software& contract with Springbrook Software for Y2K compliant utility billing software,
Meter Reading System and additionally requested authorization to purchase a Y2K compliant meter
reading system from Western Utilities Supply Company at a total combined
cost of$225,000. Refer to Finance Committee.
Public Works: SW 27th St Surface Water Utility Division recommended an addendum in the amount of
Culvert Replacement, RW $111,743 to CAG-98-031, contract with R.W. Beck, Inc. for the SW 27th St.
Beck, CAG-98-031 culvert replacement project to complete the final design and preparation of all
required permit applications. Council concur.
Transportation:Flexpass Transportation Division recommended approval of an agreement with the
Program(WSDOT Funding; Washington State Department of Transportation to receive up to$7,500 in grant
King County Contract) funds to implement a Flexpass program for City employees, and additionally
recommended approval of a contract with King County's Transit Division
(Metro) to implement the program on a one-year trial basis. Refer to
Transportation Committee.
Transportation: Commute Trip Transportation Division recommended approval of an agreement in the amount
Reduction Services, King of$47,459 with King County for the provision of Commute Trip Reduction
County services to affected employers in the City of Renton. Refer to Transportation
um Committee.
Utility: Cedar River Water& Utility Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement with the
Sewer District, Boundary Cedar River Water and Sewer District describing mutual water and sewer
Agreement service boundaries. Refer to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
Finance Committee of Claim Vouchers 166640, 166641 & 167194- 167572 and three wire
Finance: Vouchers transfers totaling$3,913,078.85; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 164706-
164723 and 124 direct deposits in the total amount of$56,860.00. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CANCEL
Council: 2/15/99 Meeting THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Cancellation MEETINGS FOR FEBRUARY 15, 1999, IN OBSERVANCE OF
PRESIDENTS' DAY. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:14 p.m.
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold MARIL J. ERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
February 1, 1999
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEE'T'ING CALLNDAR
Office of tl►e City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 1, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 2/08 Property Management Services for City
(Parker) 6:30 p.m. Properties;
Comprehensive Plan Video
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 2/02 Advertising on Golf Course Scorecards
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m.
FINANCE
(Edwards)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 2/08 Agreement with Okanogan County for
(Schlitzer) 6:00 p.m. Jail Services;
Agreement with Occupational Health
Services for Jail Inmates
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 2/02 Eastside Transportation Partnership
(Corman) 4:00 p.m. Mobility Action Priorities;
Flexpass Program;
Commute Trip Reduction Act
Agreement;
Transit Center(briefing only);
Seaplane Base mini jurisdictional issue
study (information only)
UTILITIES THURS., 2/04 Water Line Chlorination Fee;
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. Cedar River Water& Sewer District
water& sewer boundary agreement
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
rr. February 8, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 1, 1999
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Community Services Department 1998 Employee of the Year
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner reappoints Larry Brosman, 3625 NE 9th St., Renton, 98056, to the Planning
Commission for a three-year term expiring 1/31/2002. Council concur.
b. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends that a public
hearing be set for February 22, 1999, on the 60%Petition to Annex for the Davis Annexation, 3.8
acres located east of 132nd Ave. SE (Union Ave. NE), and the proposed zoning. Council concur.
c. Hearing Examiner recommends approval, with conditions, of the Stafford Crest Division 2 preliminary
plat; 52 parcels on 10.3 acres located south of NE 36th St. and west of 112th Pl. SE (PP-98-117).
Council concur.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
Letters, photographs and other information received from residents living near the City View Estates
preliminary plat, located at Stevens Ave. NW and NW 2nd Place. The letters request that the City address
violations relating to this site's inadequate drainage, which has negatively impacted neighboring properties.
Refer to Administration.
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Property Management Services for City Properties
b. Community Services Committee: Advertising on Golf Course scorecards; Park Naming Policy
c. Public Safety Committee: Agreement with Okanogan County for Jail Services*; Agreement with
Occupational Health Services for Jail Inmates
rr.. d. Transportation (Aviation) Committee: Eastside Transportation Partnership Mobility Action Priorities;
Flexpass Program*; Commute Trip Reduction services from King County*
e. Utilities Committee: Water Line Chlorination Fee*; Cedar River Water& Sewer District service
boundary agreement*
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Approving an agreement with Okanogan County for jail services (see 9.c.)
b. Approving the Eastside Transortation Partnership's Mobility Action Priorities (see 9.d.)
c. Accepting a grant from WS DOT for the Flexpass program (see 9.d.)
d. Approving an agreement with King County for the Flexpass program (see 9.d.)
e. Approving an agreement with King County for Commute Trip Reduction services (see 9.d.)
f. Approving a service boundary agreement with the Cedar River Water & Sewer District (see 9.e.)
Ordinances for first reading:
a. Water line chlorination fee (see 9.e.)
b. Vacating a portion of Kirkland Pl. NE (Keller/Abrahamson, VAC-97-007; Council approved on
1/25/99 and all conditions have been met)
11. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
1. Property Management Services for City Properties
2. Comprehensive Plan Video
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
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TUES. &THURS. AT 11:00 A.M., WED. & FRI. AT 7:30 P.M. AND SAT. & SUN. AT 9:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL
February 8, 1999 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Complaints re: water runoff from the City View Estates plat above NW 2nd St.
Contract with Craig Kinzer& Co. and Pacific Rim Real Estate for leasing services for the former city hall
FINANCE COMMITTEE
E-mail from Paul Dokeen, 13010 SE 159`x' St., Renton, 98058, re: gambling establishments
E-mail from John Vukov, 149 Park Ave. N. #1, Renton, 98055, re: gambling establishments & their taxes
MAYOR & CITY CLERK
Agreement with the Cedar River Water& Sewer District for mutual water& sewer service boundaries
Agreement with Okanogan County Sheriff's Office for jail services
Agreement accepting grant funds from WSDOT for the FlexPass program
Agreement with King County for the F1exPass program
Agreement with King County for Commute Trip Reduction services
Agreement with Occupational Health Services for health services for jail inmates
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Water Line Chlorination Fee Change (I reading 2/08/99)
Kirkland Pl. NE street vacation (Keller/Abrahamson, VAC-97-007) (Is'reading 2/08/99)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2/22/99—East Renton Plateau annexation zoning
2/22/99—Davis Annexation 60%Petition& zoning (132nd Avc SE & Union Ave NE)
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting ru
February 8, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER,Council President; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY
COUNCILMEMBERS CORMAN;TONI NELSON; BOB EDWARDS; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LARRY WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk; JIM
SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; MICHAEL
KATTERMANN,Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning; LYS
HORNSBY,Utility Systems Director; CLARK PETERSEN,Library Director;
LESLIE BETLACH, Parks Director;NEIL WATTS,Plan Review Supervisor;
DEREK TODD,Finance Analyst; COMMANDER DENNIS GERBER, Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 1, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Jim Shepherd, Community Services Administrator, announced that the
Parks: 1998 Employee following employees and teams in the Community Services Department were
Recognitions recognized for outstanding service last year:
Employee of the First Quarter: Linda Chanik(Downtown Library)
Team of the First Quarter: Renton Community Center's Administrative Team—
Susie Bressan,Lisa McMartin and Bobbi Coffin-Parker
Employee of the Second Quarter: Barbara Pozner(Downtown Library)
Team of the Second Quarter: Highlands Library Team—Vera Bach and
Maureen Larson
Employee of the Third Quarter: Larry Sleeth,Building Maintenance Manager
Team of the Third Quarter: Facilities Relocation Team—Pete Adams,Mark
Baldridge, Brandy Bateman,Kevin Bradley, Bonita Butenko,Nicholas Clapp,
Warner Curl,Daniel Eagan,Carl Faline,Traci Hall,Kayana Harrison,Guong
Huynh, Sam Kamphaus,Betty Kirkland, James Leathley, Dennis Murdoch,
Kari Nirschl,Paula Nirschl,Michael Nolan, Norman Owley, Casey Pearson,
Lester Roberts,Rebecca Shaw,Johnny So, Linda Sencer, Greg Stroh, Gerry
Williams, and Paul Youngedyk
Team of the Fourth Quarter: Parks Maintenance Team—Jeff Nasset and John
Slaney
Mr. Shepherd also announced that Larry Sleeth was chosen as the 1998
Employee of the Year for his exemplary work in facilitating the move of
employees from the former City Hall to their new location, and also for
overseeing an excellent response to the Highlands Community Center's arson
incident.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
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The South 180'h Railroad Grade Separation project will be the subject of a
public house on Thursday,February 181h from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at
Tukwila's city hall.
The Recreation Division hosted a preschool information night on February
2nd, with over two hundred people attending.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Larry Brosman, 3625 NE 9`h St., Renton, 98056, expressed appreciation for his
Citizen Comment: Brosman— reappointment to the Planning Commission(see later this page). Mr. Brosman
Planning Commission said this was an exciting time to serve in this capacity for the City, which is
Appointment experimenting with new types of mixed-use housing to promote partnerships
between the residential and business communities.
Citizen Comment: McGann— Sandee McGann, 304 NW 2nd St., Renton, 98055, described problems she and
City View Plat Runoff several of her neighbors are experiencing with water runoff from the City View
Problems(NW 2nd St.) Estates plat, located on the hill above their homes. Saying that this..area used to
be a nice place to live, but has now been degraded into a muddy eyesore, she
added that the situation is especially dangerous in cold weather when the water
freezes on the road and in people's driveways. Although residents have
complained to the City,not enough has been done. Ms. McGann concluded
that if it is too late to help her and her neighbors, the City should still look at
these types of issues in the future so other residents are not subjected to the
same misfortune.
Mayor Tanner pledged to personally check out this site on behalf of the
affected residents.
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Councilman Bob Edwards noted that written information provided to the
Council on this subject(see page 48) includes a memo from the City's Code
Compliance Officer Bob Arthur. Staff has documented violations by the
developer and reports the penalties he will incur as a result, as well as specific
requirements he will have to meet. Saying that some developers simply don't
adhere to regulations, Mr. Edwards suggested that the City might want to
consider requiring more stringent review and monitoring of those who have
records of prior development regulations.
Council President Parker asked that the Admnistration strictly enforce the
City's regulations for this plat,particularly as they apply to any deadlines given
to the developer. Mayor Tanner stated that the developer has clearly engaged
in illegal practices, and will be required to remediate them to the extent
possible.
Responding to Council comments, Council President Parker explained that the
Administration is developing a program whereby the City's land use inspectors
will work more closely with police to better address these types of situations in
the future. (See page 48 for additional correspondence on this matter.)
Citizen Comment: Helgeson— Dave Helgeson, 8805 S. 132nd St.,Renton, 98055, introduced himself as one of
City View Plat Runoff the residents affected by water runoff from the City View plat and thanked the
Problems (NW 2nd St.) City for its attention to this matter.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appointment: Planning Mayor Tanner reappointed Larry Brosman, 3625 NE 9th St.,Renton, 98056,to
..r Commission the Planning Commission for a three-year term expiring 1/31/2002. Council
concur.
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Annexation: Davis, 132nd Ave Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department
SE(Union Ave NE) recommended that a public hearing be set for February 22, 1999, on the 60%
Petition to Annex for the Davis Annexation,3.8 acres located east of 132nd
Ave. SE(Union Ave.NE), and the proposed zoning. Council concur.
Plat: Stafford Crest Division 2, Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Stafford
Preliminary,NE 36th& 112th Crest Division 2 preliminary plat; 52 parcels on 10.3 acres located south of NE
Ave SE(PP-98-117) 36th St. and west of 112th Pl. SE(PP-98-117). Council concur.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was entered into the record from the following residents living
Citizen Comment: Various near the City View Estates preliminary plat, located at Stevens Ave.NW and
Residents—City View Plat NW 2nd Place: Sandee McGann 304 NW 2nd St.; Dave&Cheri Helgeson,
Runoff Problems(NW 2nd St.) 8805 S. 132nd St.; Mehrdad& Elaine Shirazi, 17824 - 118th Ave. SE,Renton
(owners of parcels in the 200 block of NW 2nd St.); Denny&Julie Hamilton,
13213 87th Pl. S.; and Edward&Nancy Melcher, 8801 S. 132nd St. The
letters requested that the City address violations relating to the plat's
inadequate drainage,which has negatively impacted their properties.
Additional correspondence was read from Bob Arthur,the City's Land Use
Compliance Inspector, describing Code violations on this property relating to
illegal clearing and grading, and failure to make provisions for the retention of
on-site water. The letter further stated that the developer is being issued two
civil infraction citations and will have to submit a temporary erosion control
plan to the City by February 10, 1999.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE ADMINISTRATION. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Dokeen— Correspondence was read from Paul Dokeen, 13010 SE 159th St.,Renton,
Gambling Establishments 98058, expressing concern about gambling establishments and the negative
effect that gambling can have on people. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS CORRESPONDENCE
TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Vukov— Correspondence was read from John P.Vukov, 149 Park Ave.N. #1,Renton,
Gambling Establishments& 98055,expressing disagreement with the Mayor's proposal to double the tax on
Proposed Tax Increase card room revenues,which he felt would be unfair to well-managed, successful
businesses which pay taxes and bring people to Renton. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS
CORRESPONDENCE TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Parker presented a Committee of the Whole report
Committee of the Whole recommending that Council authorize the Administration to contract with Craig
EDNSP: Old City Hall Real Kinzer&Co. and Pacific Rim Real Estate to provide exclusive representation
Estates (Leasing) Services for the leasing of the former city hall,police annex and excess space in the new
City Hall. Included in the contract may also be the disposition of the portable
building that formerly housed the municipal courts.
The Committee further recommended that Council approve, in concept,the
marketing of the former city hall to high tech and Internet companies. The
Administration will evaluate the building and make recommendations to the
Council about repairs and improvements necessary to the building to support
these types of businesses before leasing activity begins.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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Public Safetv Committee Public Safety Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
Police: Jail Inmate Health approval of an agreement with Occupational Health Services to provide health
Services, Occupational Health services to Renton jail inmates at a cost of$102,700 under a one-year contract
Services effective April 1, 1998 through March 31, 1999. MOVED BY SCHLITZER,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 51 for resolution.)
Police: Jail Services from Public Safety Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
Okanogan County approval of an agreement with Okanogan County for jail services since
Okanogan County can house prisoners less expensively than at the King
County jail. This agreement will be effective as of August 1, 1998, and will
remain in effect until cancelled by either party. MOVED BY SCHLITZER,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 50 for resolution.)
Transportation Committee Transportation Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending that
Transportation: Eastside Council adopt the resolution which accepts the Eastside Transportation
Transportation Partnership Partnership Mobility Action Priorities report. MOVED BY CORMAN,
Mobility Action Priorities SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 50 for resolution.)
Transportation: Commute Trip Transportation Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding an
Reduction Services from King agreement with King County(Metro) for Commute Trip Reduction(CTR)
County services. This agreement arranges for King County to continue providing CTR
program development, implementation, and support services to employers in
Renton who fall under the definition of"Affected Employer"as defined in the
City's CTR ordinance. The expenditures resulting from this agreement
($47,459)are fully funded through grant money received from the State for
city-wide CTR implementation. The Committee therefore recommended that
Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the CTR services
' agreement with King County. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 50 for resolution.)
Transportation: Renton Transportation Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding a
Employees Transit Incentive transportation incentives program for City of Renton employees. Two related
Program(FlexPass) agreements arrange for the City to replace its existing employee transit subsidy
program with the FlexPass program offered by King County. FlexPass is a
program whereby all regular City employees receive a Metro bus pass for their
use in commuting. The City reimburses King County based on actual
employee ridership. Additionally, the City has been awarded up to $7,500 in
grant funding to implement the FlexPass program for the current year.
The Transportation Committee recommended that Council take the following
actions:
1. Approve the resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement
with the Washington State Department of Transportation to receive up to
$7,500 in grant funds to implement a FlexPass program for City employees;
and
2. Approve the resolution authorizing the Mayor to contract with King County
Transit Division(Metro)to implement the FlexPass program for all regular
City employees on a one-year trail basis.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 50 for resolutions.)
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Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Public Works: Water Line concurrence in the staff recommendation to collect the water line chlorination
Chlorination Fee Change fee up-front rather than the current time and materials fee . MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 51 for ordinance.)
Utility: Cedar River Water& Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Sewer District, Agreement re: concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve an interlocal agreement
Service Boundaries with the Cedar River Water and Sewer District describing our common water
and sewer service boundaries. The Committee further recommended that the
resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption .
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See later this page for
resolution.)
Councilman Schiltzer commented that since the subject of water distribution
can be a highly volatile issue, Renton is fortunate to share boundaries with
cooperative-minded jurisdictions such as the Cedar River Water and Sewer
District.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3371 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Utility: Cedar River Water& interlocal agreement with the Cedar River Water and Sewer District relating to
Sewer District,Agreement re: the establishment of service boundaries. MOVED BY CORMAN,
Service Boundaries SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Walt Kanter of the Cedar River Water and Sewer District was on hand to
publicly sign the agreement and thank both his own associates and staff,as well
as Renton's officials and staff, for their exemplary work on this matter.
Resolution #3372 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayr and City Clerk to sign a letter of
Police: Jail Services from agreement with the Okanogan County Sheriff's Office for jail services.
Okanogan County MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution#3373 A resolution was read approving the Eastside Transportation Partnership
Transportation: Eastside Mobility Action Priorities. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
Transportation Partnership EDWARDS,COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
Mobility Action Priorities CARRIED.
Resolution#3374 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Transportation: Renton interlocal agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation
Employees Transit Incentive regarding the Renton City Hall FlexPass Program. MOVED BY CORMAN,
Program(FlexPass) SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3375 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Transportation: Renton interlocal cooperative agreement with King County for the sale of F1exPasses
Employees Transit Incentive to City of Renton employees by King County. MOVED BY CORMAN,
Program(FlexPass) SECONDED BY CLAWSON,COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution#3376 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Transportation: Commute Trip interlocal cooperative agreement with King County entitled"Commute Trip
Reduction Services from King Reduction Act Implementation Agreement." MOVED BY CORMAN,
County SECONDED BY NELSON,COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
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PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution#3377 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and Ci1y Clerk to sign an
Police: Jail Inmate Health agreement with Occupational Health Services, associated with Valley Medical
Services, Occupational Health Center, for the provision of health services to the City jail. MOVED BY
Service SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 2/22/99 for second and final reading:
Public Works: Water Line An ordinance was read amending Section 8-4-6 of Chapter 4, Water, of Title
Chlorination Fee Change VIII(Health and Sanitation) of City Code by revising the fee for service for
chlorination of new water lines. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 2/22/99. CARRIED.
Vacation: Kirkland PI NE, An ordinance was read vacating a portion of the east 18 feet of the 2000 block
Keller/Abrahamson (VAC-98- of Kirkland Pl.NE(Keller/Abrahamson, VAC-97-007). MOVED BY
007) CORMAN, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 2/22/99.
CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:32 p.m.
`. MARIL J. TERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
February 8, 1999
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEE'T'ING CALE'ftiDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 8, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 2/15 *CANCELLED* (Presidents' Day)
(Parker)
MON., 2/22 Legislative Update;
6:30 p.m. Update on Museum Activities
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 2/22 Vouchers
(Edwards) 6:00 p.m. *Mayor's Conference Room*
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT THURS., 2/11 1997 Uniform Codes and Fees;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Adoption of Uniform Fire Codes;
R-10 and R-14 Code Amendments;
Multi-Family Moratorium;
Land-use Gambling (@ 4:30)
THURS., 2/18 Pierre Grady Way Appeal
4:00 p.m. Multi-Family Moratorium
*Council
Chambers*
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Corman)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
*REVISED*
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
%no REGULAR MEETING
February 22, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 8, 1999
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. Zoning for the East Renton Plateau Annexation; 193 acres located north and south of SE 128th St.
b. 60%Annexation Petition and proposed R-8 zoning for the Davis Annexation area; 3.8 acres located
east of 132nd Ave. SE (Union Ave. NE)
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk submits appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision regarding the Tamaron Pointe Apartments
site plan and variance, located at 2100 Lake Washington Blvd. N. (SA-98-123); appeal filed by John
Wayland, representing Trammell Crow Residential, on 12/28/98. Refer to Planning & Development
Committee.
Consideration of the appeal by the Council shall be based solely on the record, the Hearing
Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional written submissions by parties allowed
by Code (RMC 4-8-110F.2).
b. Court Case filed on behalf of Washington Air Reps v. Renton et al., alleging that Northwest GM
Contractors, a subcontractor on the City Hall remodel project, owes $6,175 (plus interest and attorney
fees) for work completed last summer but never paid for. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance
Services.
c. Court Case filed on behalf of Robert Marshall, 2909 Mountain View Ave. N., Renton, alleging
negligence, trespass, and violation of due process rights in connection with actions taken by the City
on 11/27/95 to remove vehicles from his property. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
d. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends approval of
annual consultant rosters (short list and reserve list) for professional environmental consulting services
in 1999 and 2000. Council concur.
e. Finance & Information Services Department reports plans to use Eden Systems, Inc. for the human
resources module of the payroll system. Refer to Finance Committee (briefing only).
f. Finance& Information Services Department submits a debt manual illustrating types of debt, purposes
of debt, and information on debt limits. Refer to Finance Committee (briefing only).
g. Solid Waste Utility Division recommends approval of an agreement with King County accepting
$31,560 in grant funding for the 1999 Business Recycling Program and a Special Recycling Event.
Refer to Utilities Committee.
h. Solid Waste Utility Division recommends accepting $61,953 in grant funding from the Washington
State Department of Ecology for solid and hazardous waste reduction education programs. The City's
cost share is $41,302. Refer to Utilities Committee. (CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
5 qi: Solid Waste Utility Division recommends approval of an agreement accepting $25,808 in grant
funding from the Seattle-King County Department of Public Health for programs relating to the Local
Hazardous Waste Management Plan. Refer to Utilities Committee.
J. Technical Services Division requests approval of the appraisal submitted for the Oakesdale Ave. SW
street vacation(IBID Corp., VAC-98-003), and recommends that Council set the required
compensation at one-half the appraised value, or$35,000. Council concur.
k. Transportation Division recommends approval of a new lease with Pro-Flight Aviation, Inc., for a
parcel to be transferred from Lane Aviation(LAG-85-013). Refer to Transportation (Aviation) �►
Committee.
1. Wastewater Utility Division requests approval of a contract in the amount of$65,000 with
Penhallegon Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc., for topographic survey and base mapping work
associated with the Windsor Hills sewer system replacement. Council concur.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
a. E-mail from Nate Larson, 4300 NE Sunset Blvd., Renton, 98056, supporting the Mayor's proposal to
tax gambling establishments at the 20%maximum rate. Refer to Finance Committee.
b. Letter from Suzanne Lee, 3300 NE 6th Pl., Renton, 98056, asking that City Code be changed to permit
keeping four to eight animals on lots 35,000 square feet or less. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
c. Letter from Gary Palmer, 2507 Park Pl. N., Renton, 98056, regarding several aspects of the Tamaron
Pointe Apartments project. Refer to Planning & Development Committee (see 7.a.).
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*)may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Finance Committee: Vouchers
b. Planning & Development Commitee: McKnight Middle School Readerboard*; Multi-Family
Moratorium
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
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Ordinances for first reading: ..�►
a. Allowing freestanding signs at public facilities (see 9.b.)
b. Vacating a portion of Aberdeen Ave. NE (Tharp/Clise, VAC-98-002; Council approved on 4/27/98,
subject to approval of the Stafford Crest plat which will be presented next week)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Waterline chlorination fee (1st reading 2/08/99)
b. Vacating a portion of Kirkland Pl. NE (VAC-97-007; 1st reading 2/08/99)
11. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. EXECUTIVE SESSION(property acquisition &potential litigation)
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
1. Legislative Update
2. Update on Museum Activities
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February 22, 1999 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Submit a Notice of Intent to Annex package for the Davis Annexation to the Boundary Review Board
CITY ATTORNEY
Prepare resolution extending the moratorium on residential development in certain commercial zones
CITY ATTORNEY& INSURANCE SERVICES
Washington Air Reps v Renton, et al. (CRT-99-003)
Robert Marshall v Renton (CRT-99-004)
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Human Resources module of the payroll system (Eden Systems; briefing only)
Debt information(briefing only)
E-mail from Nate Larson re: proposal to tax gambling establishment revenues at 20%
PLANNING COMMISSION
Definition of"mixed use" (review and make recommendation to Council)
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Appeal of Tamaron Pointe Apartments site plan and variance (2100 Lake Washington Blvd.)
Letter from Gary Palmer re: Tamaron Point Apartments project
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Letter from Suzanne Lee re: City Code animal limitations
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION) COMMITTEE
New lease with Pro-Flight Aviation
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Grant from King County for 1999 Business Recycling Program & Special Recycling Event
Grant from Washington DOE for a waste reduction education program
Grant from Seattle-King County Health Dept. for local hazardous waste management programs
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Allowing freestanding signs at public facilities (1 reading 2/22/99)
Vacating a portion of Aberdeen Ave. NE and a portion of NE 33rd St. (ls`reading 2/22/99)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3/08/99 —Proposed Residential Demonstration District, and amendments to the Commercial Arterial zone
3/08/99—Extension of the moratorium on residential development in certain commercial zones
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
February 22, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building ..r!
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY
COUNCILMEMBERS CORMAN; TONI NELSON; BOB EDWARDS; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; SUE
CARLSON, Economic Development Administrator; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN,
Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning; BETTY NOKES, Economic
Development Director; GLENN KOST, CIP Manager; OWEN DENNISON,
Senior Planner;NEIL WATTS, Plan Review Supervisor; DEREK TODD,
Finance Analyst; DEPUTY CHIEF DON PERSSON, Police Department.
PRESS Elizabeth Parker,Renton Reporter
Janet Burkitt,Seattle Times
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 8, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARINGS This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in ,..�►
Annexation: East Renton accordance with local and State laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
Plateau, SE 128th St to consider the proposed zoning for the East Renton Plateau annexation; 193
acres located north and south of SE 128th Street.
Owen Dennison, Senior Planner, explained that this evening's hearing is the
second of two required public hearing on the zoning for the East Renton
Plateau annexation. The Planning Commission held the first public hearing on
the zoning on November 18, 1998. Describing the annexation area, he said
existing uses include medium and low density single family and some small-
scale commercial uses. Much property remains vacant at this time, and lot
sizes range from .22 acre to over 30 acres.
Existing zoning under King County includes two commercial zones and three
residential zones which range from four to 18 units per gross acre (expressed in
terms of base density; maximum density is 50%higher). Renton's
Comprehensive Plan designates the area variously as Residential Rural,
Residential Single Family, Residential Options and Convenience Commercial.
Corresponding zoning categories are as follows: for Residential Rural— RC,
R-1 and R-5; for Residential Single Family—R-5,R-8 and RMH; for
Residential Options—R-10 and RMH; and for Convenience Commercial—
Convenience Commercial.
Staff recommends the area be zoned with the following four categories: R-5,
R-8,R-10, and CC. At the first public hearing,requests were made to: expand
commercial uses along the major arterial (SE 128`h St.), lower densities in two
areas, and refine the compatibility of single family residential uses with the
high volume of traffic experienced by SE 128'h Street.
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The Planning Commission concurred with the staff recommendations, but also
suggested that the City initiate a work item to evaluate design issues for
residential uses along major arterials. Specific issues might include fencing,
Orr landscaping, and sidewalks.
Audience comment was invited.
Ray Griffin, 14306- 144th Ave. SE,Renton, 98059, said although he was
pleased that Renton intends to keep development densities low on the plateau,
he nevertheless was concerned about the impacts which any development in
this area will have on Maplewood Creek. Explaining that surface water from
this entire area drains into the creek,he was especially concerned about fish
habitat and the severe erosion problems which already plague the creek and
many of its adjoining properties. Reporting that King County has estimated the
total cost to fix eight specific problems at more than$1 million,he said further
development will have a devastating effect since most of the creek's current
problems are attributable to excessive stormwater discharge resulting from
upstream development.
Responding to Councilman Corman,Mr. Griffin said King County is not ready
to pursue raising the creek's stream-bed by four to five feet since such a project
would cost nearly$1 million and could negatively impact the fish habitat. The
County does, however,recommend that a comprehensive geotechnical study be
conducted to evaluate the landslide problem and determine possible solutions.
Mayor Tanner noted that although Renton currently uses the 1990 version of
the King County Surface Water Manual,he will recommend that the City adopt
the most recent version, which conforms more closely with Department of
Ecology standards.
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In response to Council inquiries, Gregg Zimmerman,Planning/Building/Public
Works Administrator, confirmed that Renton assesses surface water mitigation
fees on new development to be used for capital improvement projects. He
added that, as the Mayor stated, the more recent version of the King County
Surface Water Manual contains more stringent requirements such as less
discharge for storm events and larger detention ponds.
Referring to a claim by King County that Renton's Maplewood Creek fish
channel project has created a fish passage barrier, Mr. Zimmerman emphasized
that the sole purpose of this project was to reintroduce salmon passage into the
stream. Renton had consulted with both King County and the Department of
Fisheries on this project, and the latter agency has praised the project's final
construction.
There being no further audience comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
ADVANCE TO THE PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
REPORT ON THIS SUBJECT. CARRIED.
Planning& Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Committee regarding zoning for the East Renton Plateau annexation. The City Council had
Annexation: East Renton referred this matter to the Committee to consider the proposal and relevant
Plateau, SE 128th St issues prior to the second public hearing. The Committee has reviewed the
zoning designations proposed for the area to be annexed. These designations
include R-5,R-8, R-10 and Convenience Commercial. The Committee also
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considered the history of the Council's land use decisions in the area, and the
issues that have been raised to date through public comment and by the
Planning Commission at the first public hearing. The Committee
recommended approval of the Administration's zoning recommendation,
consistent with the adopted Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Annexation: Davis, 132nd Ave This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
SE(Union Ave NE) accordance with local and State laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
to consider the 60%Annexation Petition and proposed R-8 zoning for the
Davis Annexation area; 3.8 acres located east of 132nd Ave. SE(Union Ave.
NE).
Mr.Dennison reported that the City has received a 60%Notice of Intent to
Annex petition for the proposed annexation, which is comprised of a single
vacant parcel of land. The property,which is surrounded by single family
residential uses, is designated as Residential Single Family under Renton's
Comprehensive Plan. Existing King County zoning is R-4, and the proposed
Renton zoning is R-8.
Referring to the fiscal analysis performed for the proposal,Mr. Dennison said
that the current assessed value of the property is $90,000. If 24 new single
family homes were developed on it, its assessed value could rise to $6,000,000.
Staff has concluded that no impediments exist to providing this property with
City services; however, sanitary sewer service to the site would require a lift
station and might also require a franchise from King County, since the right-of-
way of 132nd Avenue SE is not included in the property to be annexed. The
proposal is generally consistent with Renton's Comprehensive Plan policies
and the objectives of the Boundary Review Board.
Mr. Dennison concluded that staff recommends Council accept the 60%Notice
of Intent to annex this property, and authorize the Administration to submit a
Notice of Intention package to the Boundary Review Board.
Audience comment was invited.
A letter was entered into the record from Mr. and Mrs. George Mehl, 9547 -
132nd Ave. SE,Renton, 98056, stating that they had no objection to the
proposed annexation so long as they could be assured that their well would not
be contaminated as a result of any development on the annexed property.
There being no further audience comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ACCEPT
THE 60%PETITION TO ANNEX FOR THE DAVIS ANNEXATION AND
DIRECT THE ADMINISTRATION TO SUBMIT A NOTICE OF INTENT TO
ANNEX PACKAGE TO THE BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
' The City of Renton's website was praised for its design, content,
navigability and innovation in a Seattle Times-sponsored competition
called"Best of the West."
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* The apparent low bid for the Cedar River Flood Control Project, Phase Two
(flood walls and levees) is more than$400,000 below the Army Corps of
Engineer's estimate. Work is scheduled to begin on March 15th.
* Renton's Youth Council was awarded a$500 grant from the King County
Department of Public Health's Tobacco Prevention Program for a mural
(design and location to be determined).
* The Renton Community Marketing Campaign launched radio ads last week
featuring informative "Did You Know" facts that capture the energy of the
community and put a positive face on Renton.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Marjorie Richter, 300 Meadow Ave.N.,Renton, 98055, spoke against allowing
Citizen Comment: Richter— gambling uses near residential areas. Saying these should be kept a mile away
Zoning of Gambling Uses from churches, schools and parks as well, she agreed with the City's past action
to restrict new gambling uses to Renton's industrial/warehouse area located
south of I-405 and west of SR-167.
Citizen Comment: Franklin— Bev Franklin, 537 Williams Ave.N.,Renton, 98055, agreed that gambling uses
Zoning of Gambling Uses; should not be located near homes, schools or churches but instead be confined
Bryn Mawr Sewer Project to the Valley area. On another subject, Ms. Franklin reported ongoing
problems with King County's Bryn Mawr sewer project at N. 6th St. and
Burnett Ave.North, which has subjected nearby residents to excessive noise,
traffic and construction work. In particular, work performed on the night of
January 23rd was not only done without a valid variance,but was the cause of
irreparable damage to one of her antique figurines.
Citizen Comment: Beckley— Phillip Beckley, 655 Ferndale Ct.NE,Renton, 98056, supported the Mayor's
Taxation on Gambling proposal to tax gambling establishments at the 20%maximum rate.
tir.. Revenues
Citizen Comment: Schumsky Don Schumsky,2019 Jones Ave.NE.,Renton, 98056, the owner of
—Zoning of Gambling Uses Schumsky's All-City Diner at 423 Airport Way, complained that although he
has millions of dollars invested in his business and is not interested in
relocating it,the City outlawed new gambling establishments anywhere outside
of the Valley area. Mr. Schumsky claimed that gambling uses are very
different from adult entertainment uses, and do not warrant being restricted via
zoning regulations. He felt it was unfair that even though two gambling
establishments already operate in the vicinity of downtown Renton,he is
prohibited from operating the same type of business in his current location.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appeal: Tamaron Pointe City Clerk submitted appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision regarding the
Apartments, 2100 Lk Wash Tamaron Pointe Apartments site plan and variance, located at 2100 Lake
Blvd N(SA-98-123) Washington Blvd.N. (SA-98-123); appeal filed by John Wayland,representing
Trammell Crow Residential,on 12/28/98. Refer to Planning& Development
Committee.
CRT: 99-003, Washington Air Court Case filed on behalf of Washington Air Reps v. Renton et al., alleging
Reps v Renton, et al. that Northwest GM Contractors, a subcontractor on the City Hall remodel
project,owes$6,175 (plus interest and attorney fees) for work completed last
summer but never paid for. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
CRT: 99-004,Robert Marshall Court Case filed on behalf of Robert Marshall, 2909 Mountain View Ave.N.,
v Renton Renton, alleging negligence,trespass,and violation of due process rights in
connection with actions taken by the City on 11/27/95 to remove vehicles from
his property. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
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EDNSP: 1999 &2000 Annual Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department
Consultant Rosters for recommended approval of annual consultant rosters (short list and reserve list)
Environmental Services for professional environmental consulting services in 1999 and 2000. Council
concur. moo
Finance: Human Resources Finance&Information Services Department reported plans to use Eden
Module of Payroll System, Systems, Inc. for the human resources module of the payroll system. Refer to
Eden Systems Finance Committee.
Finance: Debt Information Finance& Information Services Department submitted a debt manual
illustrating types of debt,purposes of debt, and information on debt limits.
Refer to Finance Committee.
Solid Waste: 1999 Business Solid Waste Utility Division recommended approval of an agreement with
Recycling Program& Special King County accepting$31,560 in grant funding for the 1999 Business
Recycling Event, King County Recycling Program and a Special Recycling Event. Refer to Utilities
Committee.
Solid Waste: Waste Reduction Solid Waste Utility Division recommended accepting$61,953 in grant funding
Education Program, Grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology for solid and hazardous
from DOE waste reduction education programs. The City's cost share is $41,302. Refer
to Utilities Committee.
Solid Waste: Local Hazardous Solid Waste Utility Division recommended approval of an agreement accepting
Waste Mgmt Plan, Seattle- $25,808 in grant funding from the Seattle-King County Department of Public
King County Health for programs relating to the Local Hazardous Waste Management Plan.
Refer to Utilities Committee.
Vacation: Oakesdale Ave SW Technical Services Division requested approval of the appraisal submitted for
Appraisal (IBID Corp,VAC- the Oakesdale Ave. SW street vacation(IBID Corp.,VAC-98-003),and
98-003) recommended that Council set the required compensation at one-half the
appraised value,or$35,000. Council concur.
Airport: Pro-Flight Aviation Transportation Division recommended approval of a new lease with Pro-Flight
Lease Aviation, Inc., for a parcel to be transferred from Lane Aviation(LAG-85-013).
Refer to Transportation(Aviation)Committee.
Public Works: Windsor Hills Wastewater Utility Division requested approval of a contract in the amount of
Sewer Replacement Survey $65,000 with Penhallegon Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc., for
Work, Penhallegon Associates topograhic survey and base mapping work associated with the Windsor Hills
sewer system replacement. Council concur.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Nate Larson,4300 NE Sunset Blvd.,Renton,
Citizen Comment: Larson— 98056, supporting the Mayor's proposal to tax gambling establishments at the
Gambling Establishments& 20%maximum rate. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-
Tax Rates WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE FINANCE
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Lee— Correspondence was read from Suzanne Lee; 3300 NE 6th Pl., Renton, 98056,
Animal Restrictions asking that City Code be changed to permit keeping four to eight animals on
lots 35,000 square feet or less. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER,COUNCIL REFER THIS CORRESPONDENCE TO
THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Palmer— Correspondence was read from Gary Palmer,2507 Park Pl.N., Renton, 98056,
Tamaron Point Ap, ni�:nts, regarding several aspects of the Tamaron Point Apartments project. MOVED
2100 Lk Wash Blvd BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER
February 22, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 61
THIS CORRESPONDENCE TO THE PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
,... Finance Committee of Claim Vouchers 167573 - 168091, and two wire transfers totaling
Finance: Vouchers $3,820,565.03; and Payroll Vouchers 164724- 164966 and 527 direct deposits
in the total amount of$1,503,995.87. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED
BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
of Payroll Vouchers 164967 - 16521 land 524 direct deposits in the total
amount of$1,299,705.36. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Planning&Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Committee relating to land use gambling. After a presentation by staff, and public
Planning: Gambling Land Use comment, the Committee recommended that Council concur with the
Restrictions Administration and retain the City's existing Code provisions which restrict the
location of new card rooms to the area south of 1-405 and west of SR-167.
The Committee further recommended that if the State pre-empts local zoning
authority regarding the locations of card rooms (or mini-casinos), the Council
should revisit this issue for possible prohibition of"gambling activities"as
provided for in RCW 9.46.295. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT.*
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler referred to a letter sent to the City by Ed
tiw Fleisher, Deputy Directory of Policy and Government Affairs for the
Washington State Gambling Commission. Mr.Fleisher claimed that Renton's
authority to allow gambling uses in one area but not in others is not clear. In
response to the City's request that the Commission not approve pending
applications by Diamond Lil's and Schumsky's All City Diner to offer house-
banked games,Mr. Fleisher said that the Commission is prohibited from". . .
deny(ing)a license to an otherwise qualified applicant in an effort to limit the
number of licenses to be issued."
Councilman Edwards suggested that the City consider the possibility of an
"overlay"district for gambling,which would allow these uses in a limited
fashion in areas other than the Valley. For example,he did not consider the
frontage along Rainier Avenue to be part of Renton's historic downtown area
which it is trying to preserve and revitalize. Adding that gambling activities
are already easily accessible via the Internet,he said these types of uses are not
detrimental to the surrounding community in the same manner as adult
entertainment uses,but rather are fairly wholesome. He favored retaining this
issue in committee to pursue development of an overlay district.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler replied that the subject at hand involves
significant land use issues separate from the question of whether gambling is
good or bad. She expected, for example,that one criteria of whether a
gambling use would be allowed would be the proposed location's proximity to
single family homes, since high volume parking can quickly become a concern.
`"o' Councilman Corman commented that although mini-casinos are not mentioned
in Renton's adopted Downtown Plan, one nevertheless exists there because the
State unilaterally legalized certain gambling activities that previously had not
February 22, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 62
been allowed. He felt it would be misleading to retain this issue in committee
at the current time, since outside parties could mistakenly interpret such an a
action to mean that the City was interested in locating these uses in the
downtown,when this may not be the case. woo
At Mayor Tanner's request,correspondence from the City Attorney was
entered into the record which summarized the City's position on this issue. The
memo noted that because the presence of several mini-casinos in downtown
Renton would be inconsistent with the City's efforts to revitalize this area, and
rather than banning mini-casinos altogether, Renton has zoned these into an
appropriate area. Contrary to implications by the Gambling Commission,the
City of Renton believes that zoning authority is exclusively a local government
issue, especially as zoning authority may be pre-empted by the State only by a
clear pronouncement in legislation. The memo concluded that Renton will
zealously defend against any incursion into its zoning authority.
Council President Parker emphasized that as Renton's control over local zoning
issues is being questioned by the Gambling Commission,the City must be
strong in defending its authority to the State. He additionally cautioned that,
with four bills pending in the legislature related to gambling, any one or more
could be approved,which would force Renton and other cities to contend once
again with a change in gambling regulations.
*MOTION CARRIED TO CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT AS
PRESENTED.
Councilman Corman suggested that the City could consider possible zoning
changes as part of its annual update of the Comprehensive Plan, incorporating
input from the business and residential communities as well as from the
Planning Commission in the process.
Planning: R-10 and R-14 Zone Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Changes regarding amendments to the R-10 and R-14 zones. The proposed amendments
help implement the Comprehensive Plan,promote small lot detached housing,
provide consistent terminology, and remove some Code conflicts. The
amendments primarily apply to the R-10 and R-14 zones. The Committee met
several times in January and February to review the proposed amendments,
public hearing testimony, and survey results from the residential demonstration
projects.
The Committee concurred with the staff-recommended Code amendments
described in the December 22, 1998 issue paper. Where differences exist
between the staff recommendations and Planning Commission
recommendations related to the R-10 zone development standard amendments,
the Committee provides the following direction:
• Concur with the staff recommendation for a minimum 20-foot townhouse lot
width;
• Concur with the Planning Commission recommendation for a minimum 55-
foot lot depth;
• Concur with the Planning Commission recommendation for changes to the
minimum side yard requirements for primary structures; and
• Concur with the Planning Commission recommendation for minimum rear
yard requirements of 15 feet with reduced setbacks for attached alley access
garages.
The Committee requested that an ordinance be prepared, and that it be
scheduled for first and second reading by the City Council. MOVED BY
February 22, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 63
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning: Multi-Family Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
�•• Moratorium regarding the moratorium on residential development in the Center Suburban
(CS),Center Neighborhood(CN), and Commercial Arterial (CA)zones. The
Committee met several times over the past few months on proposed
amendments to the commercial zoning designations currently affected by the
moratorium on residential development. The Committee recommended
Council concurrence on the following items:
- The definition of mixed use be referred to the Planning Commission for
further review and recommendation;
- That March 8, 1999 be set for a public hearing on the proposed Residential
Demonstration District,and the amendments to the Commercial Arterial (CA)
zone;
- That March 8, 1999 be set for a public hearing on a proposed extension of the
moratorium on residential uses in the Center Suburban(CS), Center
Neighborhood(CN), and Commercial Arterial(CA)zones;
- The City Council consider extending the existing moratorium for one month
or until the proposed amendments to the CS, CN and CA zones take effect; and
- The issue of extension of the moratorium be referred to the City Attorney's
Office for preparation of a resolution.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Development Services: Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
McKnight Middle School recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to allow for public
low Readerboard facilities, including schools, one freestanding electronic or manual message
board per each individual facility,a maximum of 25 feet in height and 150
square feet in size. In addition to the message board sign, each individual
facility may have one freestanding sign not higher than six feet above any
established grade for each street frontage and no more than 100 square feet.
Freestanding signs shall be no closer than ten feet to any street right-of-way or
five feet to any side property line. In addition to the freestanding signs, wall
signs are permitted with a total copy area not exceeding 10% of the building
facade to which it is applied.
The Committee further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter
be presented for first reading. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See below for ordinance.)
ORDINANCES AND The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
RESOLUTIONS Council meeting of 3/01/99 for second and final reading:
Development Services: An ordinance was read amending Sections 4.4.100.0 and 4.4.100.E of Chapter
McKnight Middle School 4,Property Development Standards,of Title IV(Development Regulations)of
Readerboard City Code by allowing freestanding signs at public facilities. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER
THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 3/01/99.
CARRIED.
Vacation: Aberdeen Ave NE, An ordinance was read vacating a portion of Aberdeen Ave.NE from NE 33rd
"M NE 33rd to 36`h(Tharp/Clise, St. to NE 36th St. and NE 33rd St. from Aberdeen Ave.NE,450 feet easterly
VAC-98-002) (Tharp/Clise,VAC-98-002). MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
February 22, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 64
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 3/01/99. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4764 An ordinance was read amending Section 4-1-180.C.1 of Chapter 1,Water, of
Public Works: Water Line Title IV (Development Regulations)of City Code by revising the fee for
Chlorination Fee Change service for chlorination of new water lines. MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4765 An ordinance was read vacating a portion of the east 18 feet of the 2000 block
Vacation: Kirkland PI NE, of Kirkland Pl.NE(Keller/Abrahamson,VAC-97-007).MOVED BY
Keller/Abrahamson(VAC-98- EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
007) ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Don Persson, 538 Renton Ave. S.,Renton, 98055, invited Council and the
Citizen Comment: Persson— Mayor to attend Renton Rotary's annual auction on March 27th at the Renton
Renton Rotary Annual Auction Community Center.
Citizen Comment: Jorgenson— Jennifer Jorgenson, 205 S. Tobin St.,Renton, 98055, expressed appreciation for
Zoning Restrictions on Council's action earlier this evening to continue restricting new gambling uses
Gambling Uses to the Valley area. Explaining that she lives in the vicinity of Schumsky's All-
City Diner, she felt that gambling uses should not be allowed near residential
neighborhoods.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL RECESS
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 90 MINUTES TO DISCUSS PROPERTY
ACQUISITIONS AND POTENTIAL LITIGATION. CARRIED. Time: 9:24
p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 10:44 p.m.; roll was called; all
Councilmembers present.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 10:45 p.m.
MARIL ERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
February 22, 1999
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 22, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 3/01 1998 Year-end Financial Report
(Parker) 6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 3/01 Debt Issues (briefing only);
(Edwards) 5:30 p.m. Eden Systems Human Resources Module
(briefing only);
Vouchers
Jbw PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION)
(Corman)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
March 1, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 22, 1999
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Police Department Employee Recognition
b. Mayor Tanner's 1998 Year-end Financial Report
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the wr�i
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Development Services Division recommends approval of the Stafford Crest Division I Final Plat; 74
single family lots on 14.6 acres located in the vicinity of NE 36th St. and 112th P1. NE (FP-98-184).
Council concur. (See 10.a. for resolution.)
b. Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends initiating a
study on the potential redevelopment of the Shuffleton site, located along Lake Washington adjacent
to Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, for a mixed residential and commercial use project, and
initiating a"Planned Action" under State law. Council concur. (See 10.b. for resolution.)
c. Executive Department submits information on options being explored for a new or renovated Valley
Communications facility, which is jointly owned by the cities of Renton, Kent, Tukwila and Auburn.
Refer to Public Safety Committee.
d. Finance and Information Services Department recommends approval of a 1999 Budget adjustment
ordinance in the total amount of$4,259,030, which includes $2,286,730 for projects started in 1998
but not completed, and $1,814,500 for new, one-time requests. Refer to Finance Committee.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from Scott Wyatt, 10115 Greenwood Ave. N. #142, Seattle, 98133, proposing that Renton display a
"Companion Flag" for the remainder of 1999 and throughout 2000.
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Finance Committee: Vouchers
b. Planning & Development Committee: 1997 Uniform Building Codes & Fees*; 1997 Uniform Fire
Codes*
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Approving the Stafford Crest Division I final Plat (see 7.a.)
b. Authorizing work to study the potential redevelopment of the Shuffleton site (see 7.b.)
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Ordinances for first reading:
a. 1997 Uniform Building Codes & fees (see 9.b.)
b. 1997 Uniform Fire Codes (see 9.b.)
Ordinances for second and final readinu:
a. Allowing freestanding signs at public facilities (1st reading 2/22/99)
b. Vacating a portion of Aberdeen Ave. NE (Tharp/Clise, VAC-98-002; 1st reading 2/22/99)
11. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA
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Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Letter from Scott Wyatt, 10115 Greenwood Ave. N. #142, Seattle, 98133, re: "Companion Flag"proposal
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Letter from Corey Rossnagel, 14604 SE 140th Pl., Renton, 98059, requesting a skate park in Renton
FINANCE COMMITTEE
1999 Budget adjustments
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Addendum to contract with Eden Systems for human resources software
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Valley Communications facility (briefing only)
STAFF
Shuffleton site redevelopment studies & State-allowed"Planned Action"
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ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Adoption of 1997 Uniform Building Codes (15 reading 3/01/99)
Adoption of 1997 Uniform Fire Code (l'`reading 3/01/99)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3/08/99 —Proposed Residential Demonstration District, and amendments to the Commercial Arterial zone
3/08/99—Extension of the moratorium on residential development in certain commercial zones
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
March 1, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; BOB EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN;
TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LARRY WARREN,City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
SUSAN CARLSON,Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic
Planning Administrator; CHIEF A. LEE WHEELER, Fire Department;
VICTORIA RUNKLE,Finance&Information Services Administrator;
MICHAEL KATTERMANN,Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning;
BETTY NOKES,Director of Economic Development; DEREK TODD,
Finance Analyst; LARRY MECKLING,Building Official; JIM GRAY,
Assistant Fire Marshall; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON, Police Department;
DEPUTY CHIEF JOE PEACH,Police Department; COMMANDER CURTIS
SMALLING,Police Department; COMMANDER KEVIN MILOSEVICH,
Police Department; COMMANDER KATIE MCCLINCY, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 22, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL Chief of Police Garry Anderson announced that Police Services Specialist
PRESENTATIONS Katrina Cook and Police Officers Chris Edwards, Rick Anderson and Peter
Police: Employee Recognition Kordel were each honored as an Employee of the Quarter in 1998. Detective
Sergeant Paul Cline, the Employee of the Second Quarter, was also named
Employee of the Year. Chief Anderson then presented a special award to Staff
Services Manager Penny Bartley,who was instrumental in securing a$303,000
grant from the Department of Justice for the department's new mobile,
computer system,which cost$400,000.
Executive: 1998 Financial Mayor Tanner gave a report on Renton's 1998 year-end financial status, saying
Summary that the year ended very well with revenues in every area above projections.
Expenditures were all below budget with the one exception of retirement
payouts.
On the revenue side,the mayor noted that 1998 was the first year in which the
City's property tax collections matched accrual records. It was particularly
notable that sales tax revenue last year surpassed property tax revenue. Sales
tax collections were$1.3 million above 1997, increasing in every category save
manufacturing.
Continuing, the mayor said building permits reached almost$1.6 million last
year and included 267 single family homes and 88 multi-family units. Utility
taxes remained stable while gambling taxes rose to $2 million, due primarily to
the much larger revenue generated by cardrooms. The mayor briefly noted
investment interest revenue, average interest rates, and portfolio compositions
for both the general governmental and the proprietary funds.
March 1, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 70
Turning to expenditures,Mayor Tanner said the City Attorney's account
exceeded its 1998 budget due to the need for increased legal services. Based on
new revenues,expenditures and identified carryforwards,the City has a
$545,144 fund balance. The mayor then highlighted each of the enterprise
funds,which belong to the utility(water, solid waste, and sewer), golf course,
equipment rental, and airport divisions. Noting that the capital funds are the
most difficult to budget due to unanticipated issues in completing projects, he
said revenues are made up of fund balances, the real estate excise tax,rate
revenue, grants and business license fees.
Commenting on last year's active real estate market,the mayor pointed out that
990 homes sold in Renton last year, an increase of more than 20%over 1997.
A number of significant commercial sites were also sold, generating one-time
revenue. Capital expenditures for 1998 were made for the Cedar River Park, a
police records system and the demolition of the Holms building. Of additional
interest is that the City's self-administered insurance fund ended 1998 with a
balance of$519,000.
Concluding,Mayor Tanner said in accordance with the City's policy, one-time
revenues from growth will be used for one-time expenditures.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• The Army Corps of Engineers expects construction on Phase 2 of the Cedar
River Flood Control project to begin by April 1st.
• The Fire Department is helping publicize a nationwide recall of Central
"Omega" fire sprinkler heads, specifically by trying to get this critical
information to all multi-family complexes in Renton.
• On February 23rd, the Police Department handled a protest event at the
Seattle Fur Exchange, using great restraint while not allowing any crimes
to be committed.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Pat Darst, 2601 Edmonds Ave.NE,Renton, 98056,reported on the status of the
Citizen Comment: Darst— Veterans' Memorial to be constructed at 3rd and Main, saying that the architect
Veterans' Memorial firm of Calvin Jordan&Associates has offered to donate in-kind services
worth almost$15,000 to this project as a charitable contribution. A
stoneworker has been chosen and the organizers are now soliciting designs and
illustration ideas for the memorial monument. Commenting on various
fundraisers planned for the project, including a St. Patrick's Day dinner and
dance on Friday,March 12t ,Mr.Darst concluded by submitting a current
financial statement showing the group's March 1St, 1999 balance to be over
$5,000.
Citizen Comment: Evans— Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 1 lth Pl.,Renton, 98056, expressed disappointment that
Highlands Neighborhood although the gymnasium at the Highlands Neighborhood Center was inadequate
Center Reconstruction before this building was damaged by an arson fire last summer,the City
proposes to rebuild it as it was while constructing a new section for larger-sized
game,meeting and craft rooms. He wondered whether it would be possible to
house the various program rooms in the old gym and construct a new,properly
sized gym alongside.
Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington responded that the concept being
designed was approved by Council late last year. He explained that Renton's
March 1, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Pair 71
insurance company will reimburse the City only so much to rebuild this
facility, and any costs incurred beyond that amount would have to be borne by
the City. Council had authorized an additional expense of$200,000,but the
option described by Mr. Evans could cost as much as$200,000 to $300,000
more than the amount already approved
Councilman Corman recalled that in discussing this matter last year, Council
had focused on expediency and how to get this facility rebuilt as quickly as
possible. He agreed that the suggestion brought forth by Mr. Evans should be
looked into.
Mayor Tanner said the Administration will discuss this issue with Community
Services staff, taking care to consider all alternatives.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Plat: Stafford Crest Division I, Development Services Division recommended approval of the Stafford Crest
NE 36th/112th NE (FP-98- Division I Final Plat; 74 single family lots on 14.6 acres located in the vicinity
184) of NE 36th St. and 112th Pl. NE (FP-98-184). Council concur. (See page 72
for resolution.)
EDNSP: Shuffleton Site Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department
Redevelopment Studies& recommended initiating a study on the potential redevelopment of the
Planned Action Shuffleton site, located along Lake Washington adjacent to Gene Coulon
Memorial Beach Park, for a mixed residential and commercial use project, and
initiating a"Planned Action" under State law. Council concur. (See page 72
for resolution.)
Police: Valley Com Facility Executive Department submitted information on options being explored for a
SSW Options new or renovated Valley Communications facility, which is jointly owned by
the cities of Renton,Kent, Tukwila and Auburn. Refer to Public Safety
Committee.
Finance: 1999 Budget Finance and Information Services Department recommended approval of a
Adjustments 1999 Budget adjustment ordinance in the total amount of$4,259,030, which
includes $2,286,730 for projects started in 1998 but not completed, and
$1,814,500 for new, one-time requests. Refer to Finance Committee.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler,Mike Kattermann, Director
of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning, said the Environmental Impact
Statement(EIS)work on the potential Shuffleton redevelopment will be done
by outside consultants and paid for by the applicant. City staff will not be
substantially involved outside of managing the consultant's work.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Scott Wyatt, 10115 Greenwood Ave.N. #142,
Citizen Comment: Wyatt- Seattle, 98133,proposing that Renton display a"Companion Flag" for the
Millenium"Companion Flag" remainder of 1999 and throughout 2000. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED
Proposal BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE
ADMINISTRATION. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Rossnagel - Correspondence was read from Cory Rossnagel, 14604 SE 140`h Pl., Renton,
Skate Park in Renton 98059,requesting that the City construct an in-line skate park.. MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER
TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
March 1, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 72
OLD BUSINESS Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Planning&Development recommending concurrence with the staff recommendation to approve the
Committee adoption of the 1997 Uniform Building,Plumbing,Mechanical,Abatement of
Development Services: 1997 Dangerous Buildings,Housing and Swimming Pool Codes. The Committee
Uniform Building Codes also concurred with the staff recommendation to increase the fees for sign
permits. This is the first sign permit fee increase in 30 years. The Committee
further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter be presented for
first reading. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT AS
READ. CARRIED. (See page 73 for ordinance.)
Fire: 1997 Uniform Fire Code Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
recommending concurrence with the staff recommendation to adopt the 1997
Uniform Fire Code and the proposed amendments. The Uniform Fire Code
was adopted by the State effective July 1, 1998, and subsequently by other
municipalities in the region. The Committee further recommended that the
ordinance regarding this matter be presented for first reading. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT AS READ. CARRIED. (See page 73 for
ordinance.)
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claim Vouchers 167209, 168092 - 168506 and one wire transfer in the total
amount of$1,365,438.73. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
PARKER,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Finance: Human Resources Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report regarding a contract with
Software,Eden Systems Eden Systems for Y2K human resources software. In December 1998, the
Finance Committee approved execution of a contract with Eden Systems to
purchase human resources software and implementation/training services, if
staff concluded that Eden Systems' HR software program met the City's needs.
Staff has now concluded that Eden's program meets the City's needs, and has
advised the Finance Committee of that decision.
The Mayor and City Clerk may now proceed with executing the addendum to
Eden Systems, Inc.'s software license and use agreement in the total amount of
$34,716. This price includes the base cost of$33,125,plus a tax of$1,591 (the
tax is calculated only on the software license fee).
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3378 A resolution was read approving the Stafford Crest,Division 1 Final Plat,
Plat: Stafford Crest Division I, consisting of 14.6 acres located in the vicinity of NE 36th St. and 112th Pl.NE
NE 36th/112th NE(FP-98- (FP-98-184). MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
184) COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution#3379 A resolution was read authorizing and directing Cit sy taff to initiate work,
EDNSP: Shuffleton Site commission studies,expend funds, and take other steps to study the
Redevelopment Studies & redevelopment of commercial property generally known as the Shuffleton Plant
Planned Action area located west of Lake Washington Blvd. and north of Park Ave.N. (SR
900),and to facilitate a"Planned Action"under State law. MOVED BY '
PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
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The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 3/08/99 for second and final reading:
Development Services: 1997 An ordinance was read amending Section 4.1.140 of Chapter 1,Administration
Uniform Building Codes and Enforcement, Sections 4-5-050,4-5-060,4-5-080,4-5-090,4-5-100 and 4-
5-110 of Chapter 5,Building and Fire Prevention Standards, of Title IV
(Building Regulations) of City Code by adopting standard codes and fees
thereunder. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL
REFER THE ORDINANCE TO SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
3/08/99. CARRIED.
Fire: 1997 Uniform Fire Code An ordinance was read amending Sections 4.5.050, 4.5.060 and 4.5.070 of
Chapter 5, Building and Fire Prevention Standards, of Title IV(Development
Regulations)of City Code relating to adoption of the 1997 Uniform Fire Code
by reference and amendments thereto. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED
BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE TO SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 3/08/99. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4766 An ordinance was read amending Sections 4.4.100.0 and 4.4.100.E of Chapter
Development Services: 4, Property Development Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of
McKnight Middle School City Code by allowing freestanding signs at public facilities. MOVED BY
Readerboard KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
Ordinance#4767 An ordinance was read vacating a portion of Aberdeen Ave.NE from NE 33rd
Vacation: Aberdeen Ave NE, St. to NE 36th St. and NE 33rd St. from Aberdeen Ave. NE,450 feet easterly
NE 33rd to 36`h (Tharp/Clise, (Tharp/Clise,VAC-98-002). MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
VAC-98-002) PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL:
ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Councilman Corman thanked the Administration for the informative report on
Parks: Pavilion Building the Pavilion building, and suggested that copies be made available to the
Report public. Mayor Tanner agreed to do so, saying that members of CPR(Citizens
for Piazza Renton) might be especially interested.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11th PI.,Renton, 98056, suggested that City staff install
Citizen Comment: Evans— "Keep off the Grass" signs at Coulon Park until the wet weather subsides,
Coulon Park Grassy Areas saying he witnessed two youth on bicycles become mired in the muddy turf last
weekend.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:54 p.m.
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MARIL ETERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
March 1, 1999
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
March 1, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 3/08 Purchase of 4th & Burnett Development;
(Parker) 6:30 p.m. Perfornling Arts Center at Renton High
School
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 3/02 Human Services Element.of the
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m. Comprehensive Plan;
Golf Course Scorecards;
Facility Naming Policy
FINANCE MON., 3/08 Vouchers;
(Edwards) 6:00 p.m. Springbrook Utility System (briefing);
1999 Budget Adjustments
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 3/08 Valley Communications Facility
(Schlitzer) 5:30 p.in. (briefing)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 3/02 New lease with Pro-Flight Aviation
(Corman) 4:00 p.m.
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
mid
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
tow March 8, 1999 `
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 1, 1999
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Recognition of Boy Scout Troop 464
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. Proposed Residential Demonstration District, and amendments to the Commercial Arterial (CA),
Center Suburban (CS) and Center Neighborhood (CN) zones.
b. Proposed extension of the moratorium on residential uses in the Center Suburban (CS), Center
Neighborhood (CN), and Commercial Arterial (CA) zones. (See agenda item 11. for resolution.)
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Community Services Department recommends approval of a contract in the amount of$96,734.50
with the Berger Partnership for detailed design, contract documents and construction management
responsibilities for the Downtown Piazza and Gateway projects. Council concur.
b. Community Services Department recommends purchasing software and associated hardware from
Escom Software Services to be used for class registration, membership, facility scheduling and point
of sales information at a total cost of$75,396. Refer to Community Services Committee.
c. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department requests authorization to
execute agreements for the Shuffleton site proposed redevelopment (Environmental Impact Statement
and facilitation of Planned Action approach). Refer to Finance Committee.
d. Human Resources & Risk Management Department recommends approval of hiring the Fleet
Management Technician at Step D of the salary range, retroactive to February 5, 1999. Council concur.
e. Transportation Systems Division recommends approval of a contract in the amount of$80,01696 with
Merritt+Pardini to design the Burnett Ave. S. reconstruction along with associated intersection and
traffic signal modifications. Council concur.
9. CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from Jonathan and Joyce Siu, 2549 SE 16th St., Renton, 98058, submitting information on gambling
and expressing hope that Renton will ban further cardrooms. Refer to Finance Committee.
10. OLD BUSINESS
L. Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Purchase of 4th & Burnett Development; Performing Arts Center at Renton
High School
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
10. OLD BUS>NESS (continued from previous side)
b. Community Services Commitee: Human Services Element of the Comprehensive Plan; Golf Course
Scorecards; Facility Naming Policy
c. Finance Committee: Vouchers; 1999 Budget adjustments*
d. Transportation (Aviation) Committee: New lease with Pro-Flight Aviation
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Extending the moratorium on residential uses in certain commercial zones (see 5.b.)
Ordinances for first reading:
a. 1999 Budget adjustments (see 10.c.)
b. Vacating a portion of Olympia Ave. NE (VAC-98-001; Council approved 5/11/98 and all conditions
have been met)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. 1997 Uniform Building Codes & fees (1 st reading 3/01/99)
b. 1997 Uniform Fire Codes (1st reading 3/01/99)
12. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
1. Purchase of 4th&Burnett Development
2. Performing Arts Center at Renton High School
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Referrals
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Purchase of software from Escom Software Services for Parks Dept. class registration, etc.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Agreements re: the Shuffleton site proposed redevelopment
Hiring of Fleet Management Technician at Step D of the salary range
Letter from Jonathon & Joyce Siu re: various gambling-related issues
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Pro-Flight Aviation lease at the Municipal Airport
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
1999 Budget adjustments (15 reading 3/08/99)
Street vacation on Olympia Ave. NE for Lakeridge Development, VAC-98-001 (1 S`reading 3/08/99)
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
March 8, 1999 1. Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER;BOB EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN;
TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE DAVID DEAN,Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN,City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
SUSAN CARLSON,Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic
Planning Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN,Director of .
Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning; BETTY NOKES,Director of Economic
Development; ABDOUL GAFOUR, Water Utility Supervisor; GLENN KOST,
CIP Manager; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; BATTALION CHIEF
CHUCK DUFFY,Fire Department; COMMANDER DENNIS GERBER,
Police Department.
PRESS Elizabeth Parker,Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF MARCH 1, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Harold Hawken,Troop Leader for Boy Scout Troop 464, explained that as a
Executive: Boy Scout Troop service project and a fundraiser,Troop 464 raises over 100 American flags
464 Recognition along several main streets in downtown Renton on seven major holidays. All
of the flags were donated by local politicians and service groups, and anyone
wishing to sponsor a flag for one year may do so with a $30 contribution. "1'hc
flags fly on South 2"d and 3rd Streets, Bronson Way and Mill Avenue South.
To express thanks for the way in which this project has contributed to Renton's
community spirit,Mayor Tanner presented certificates of appreciation to
members of Troop 464, as follows: Mike Harris, Brett Bishop, Kevin Vreeken,
Brandon Wilson, Andrew Harris,Robert Lewis, Jacob Hawken,Jacob Zornes,
Paul Vreeken,and John Rains.
Scouts and Varsity/Explorer Scouts Jessie Zornes, Steven Lee,Neil Robison,
Bret Tingey,Tyler Opfar, CJ Swenson, Reggie Opfar, Lance Tingey,Jeff
Rains,Dan Eastman,Jeff Jones, James Opfar, Brett Pierce and Brian Howarth
could not be present to accept their certificates.
Mayor Tanner noted he has received many positive comments from citizens
who truly appreciate the patriotic look and feel of the downtown when the flags
are flying.
PUBLIC HEARINGS This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Planning: Residential accordance with local and State laws,Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
Demonstration District to consider the proposed Residential Demonstration District, and proposed
amendments to the Commercial Arterial (CA), Center Suburban(CS),and
Center Neighborhood(CN)zones.
Mike Kattermann,Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning, explained
that part of the proposal is to create an overlay district in the Center Suburban
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(CS) and Center Neighborhood(CN)zones that would establish special
development standards for review of multi-family projects in these zones.
Another proposal would restrict multi-fapiily uses in the Commercial Arterial
(CA)zone to development in a mixed use structure. The purposes of the
changes are to preserve prime commercial properties and achieve quality
residential developments.
Explaining the proposed overlay district, Mr. Kattermann said this would
function similar to the Automall overlay district. The overlay would have a
District"A",defined as within 150 feet of NE 4`h St. or Sunset Blvd., and a
District`B",encompassing the remainder of the CS and CN zones. No stand-
alone residential uses would be allowed in District"A", which would require
first floor, streetfront commercial. District`B"would permit detached, semi-
attached and townhouse uses. Both districts would allow changes to existing
development standards, in accordance with a formal modification process.
Parking would be allowed underneath a structure or in the rear, with surface
parking reserved for guests only. Because research has indicated that higher
density is needed to locate parking under buildings, staff has proposed allowing
a density bonus in District`B"up to 36 dwelling units per acre.
Turning to the CA zone, Mr. Kattermann said staff proposes that residential
uses be restricted to mixed-use structures only in this zone. In conclusion, staff
recommends adoption of the Demonstration Overlay District design standards,
and that the City continue to develop zone standards and design guidelines.
Responding to Councilman Corman, Mr. Kattermann said concerns relating to
the topography of a specific property could be addressed through the
modification process.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED. (See page 81 for Planning&Development
Committee report.)
Councilman Schlitzer emphasized the need for clear definitions relating to
design criteria so the regulations are easily understood and consistently applied.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler replied that the question of how to ensure
that Renton has well-designed, quality development will remain in Planning&
Development Committee.
Planning: Moratorium on This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Residential Uses in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
Commercial Areas to consider extending the moratorium on residential uses in the Center
Suburban(CS), Center Neighborhood(CN) and Commercial Arterial (CA)
zones.
Mike Kattermann, Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning, explained
that the moratorium was enacted so Council could analyze relevant issues and
explore options relating to residential development in these commercial zones.
The proposed demonstration standards described earlier this evening resulted;
however, the required legislation has yet to be brought to Council for its
adoption. In the meantime, the Planning&Development Committee
recommends extending the moratorium until the demonstration standards are
officially in place.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE
PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. (See page 82 for resolution extending the
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moratorium.)
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler said as soon as the ordinance adopting the
new development regulations is approved and takes effect,Council could then
lift the moratorium by a simple motion.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• On March 10`h, Carco Theatre will host the Seattle Symphony's second
show in Renton,with all proceeds benefiting this summer's teen musical.
• On March 201h at the Renton Senior Activity Center, the Knights of
Columbus will offer a free pancake breakfast to Renton-area seniors.
• At last week's City Council retreat,Council adopted five business plan
goals for 1999, as follows: Encourage and support economic development
and downtown redevelopment; Encourage and support neighborhood
revitalization; Improve the City's image in the community and region;
Meet the service demands that contribute to the livability of the
community; and Work with the County and neighboring jurisdictions to
influence agreements that impact Renton.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Phillip Beckley, 655 Ferndale Ct.NE,Renton, 98056, encouraged the City to
Citizen Comment: Beckley— consider the proposal put forth at last week's Council meeting involving the
Highlands Neighborhood possibility of constructing an entirely new gymnasium at the arson-damaged
Center Reconstruction Highlands Neighborhood Center. (See page 83 for more information on this
issue.)
On another subject,Mr.Beckley said the Highlands Community Association
appreciates Council's recent decision not to change the City's land use zoning
for gambling uses.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Parks: Piazza&Gateway Community Services Department recommended approval of a contract in the
Design, Berger Partnership amount of$96,734.50 with the Berger Partnership for detailed design,contract
documents and construction management responsibilities for the Downtown
Piazza and Gateway projects. Council concur.
Parks: Class Registration Community Services Department recommended purchasing software and
Software,Escom associated hardware from Escom Software Services to be used for class
registration,membership, facility scheduling and point of sales information at a
total cost of$75,396. Refer to Community Services Committee.
EDNSP: Shuffleton Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department
Redevelopment Agreements requested authorization to execute agreements for the Shuffleton site proposed
(EIS Prep&Funding) redevelopment(Environmental Impact Statement and facilitation of Planned
Action approach). Refer to Finance Committee.
HR&RM: Fleet Mgmt Tech Human Resources&Risk Management Department recommended approval of
Hiring @ Step D hiring the Fleet Management Technician at Step D of the salary range,
retroactive to February 5, 1999. Refer to Finance Committee.
Streets: Burnett Ave S Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of a contract in the
Reconstruction, amount of$80,016.96 with Merritt+Pardini to design the Burnett Ave. S.
Merritt+Pardini reconstruction along with associated intersection and traffic signal
modifications. Council concur.
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MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
,,W CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Jonathan and Joyce Siu, 2549 SE 16th St.,
Citizen Comment: Siu— Renton, 98059, submitting information on gambling and expressing hope that
Gambling in Renton Renton will ban further cardrooms. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER TO THE FINANCE
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Planning& Development regarding multi-family development standards in the Center Suburban (CS),
Committee Center Neighborhood(CN) and Commercial Arterial (CA) zones. The
Planning: Residential Committee conducted several study sessions on the moratorium currently in
Demonstration District effect on properties within these zones, including meeting with property
owners, developers, and planning consultants who reviewed draft proposals for
new development standards. The Committee met on February 18, 1999 to
consider the proposed overlay zone amendments to these zones. The
Committee recommended that an ordinance be adopted creating a Centers
Residential Demonstration District Overlay in the CS and CN zones, and
restricting residential uses in the CA zone to mixed use buildings. MOVED
BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending adoption
Budget: 1999 Adjustments of the 1999 Budget Amendments in the amount of$4,302,030 to meet legal
obligations, continue capital projects, and appropriate excess fund balances.
The revised 1999 Budget total will be $134,967,406. Included in the changes is
a recognition of new revenue of a total of$795,000 from insurance proceeds
Now for the Highlands Community Center. The Committee further recommended
that the ordinance regarding this matter be presented for first reading. MOVED
BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 82 for ordinance.)
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
of Payroll Vouchers 165212 - 165469 and 522 direct deposits in the total
amount of$1,309,216.14. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Committee recommending that Council concur in the staff recommendation to remove the
Human Services: Human proposed Human Services Element of the Comprehensive Plan from the
Services Element of the Committee's referral list, as staff has advised that this item has been removed
Comprehensive Plan from the department's work programs at this time. MOVED BY NELSON,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Parks: Maplewood Golf Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Course Scorecards recommending concurrence in the Board of Park Commissioners'
recommendation that color scorecards be purchased for the Maplewood Golf
Course. The Committee did not agree, however, with the proposal that the
scorecards be provided at no cost in exchange for allowing the sale of
advertising to be displayed on the cards. Instead, the Committee recommended
that staff determine whether one of the food and beverage suppliers to the golf
course would be interested in underwriting printing costs for the scorecards in
exchange for displaying their company logo on the cards.
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If none of the suppliers are interested in this proposal,the Committee
recommended that the City contract with Golf Associates Scorecard Co. and
G.A.Printing to provide color scorecards`with no advertising. All costs would
then be funded by the Maplewood Golf Course. MOVED BY NELSON,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Parks: Facility Naming Policy Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
recommending that the City's Facilities Naming Policy be approved as
amended and included in the City Policy and Procedure Manual. MOVED BY
NELSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation (Aviation) Transportation(Aviation)Committee Chair Corman presented a report
Committee regarding a new lease with Pro-Flight Aviation, Inc. In April 1998, Council
Lease: Pro-Flight Aviation approved the division of Lane Aviation's ground lease into two parcels,and
authorized Lane Aviation to sell its leasehold interest in the two parcels. Lane
Aviation has agreed to sell one parcel to Pro-Flight Aviation, Inc. and one
parcel to Lane Hangar Condominium Association, Inc. The lease between the
City and the Lane Hangar Condominium Association has already been
executed. The Committee recommended that Council approve the new lease
with Pro-Flight Aviation,Inc. and further authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute the lease. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3380 A resolution was read extending the moratorium on residential uses in the
Planning: Moratorium on Center Suburban(CS),Center Neighborhood (CN), and Commercial Arterial
Residential Uses in (CA)zones for an additional six months to September 8, 1999. MOVED BY
Commercial Areas KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler reiterated that it is Council's intent to lift the
moratorium as soon as the ordinance approving the new regulations has taken
effect.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 3/15/99 for second and final reading:
Budget: 1999 Adjustments An ordinance was read appropriating funds from fund balance, increasing the
expenditures in various funds and departments,and increasing the 1999 Budget
by $4,302,030 to a total adjusted amount of$134,967,406. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 3/15/99.
CARRIED.
Vacation: Olympia Ave NE An ordinance was read vacating a portion of Olympia Ave.NE from NE 33rd
(NE 33rd to 21st),Lakeridge St.north of NE 21st St. for Lakeridge Development, Inc. (VAC-98-001).
Development,VAC-98-001 MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 3/15/99. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4768 An ordinance was read amending Section 4.1.140 of Chapter 1, Administration
Development Services: 1997 and Enforcement, Sections 4-5-050,4-5-060,4-5-080,4-5-090,4-5-100 and 4-
Uniform Building Codes 5-110 of Chapter 5,Building and Fire Prevention Standards, of Title IV
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(Development Regulations)of City Code by adopting standard codes and fees
thereunder. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
EDWARDS,COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL
CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4769 An ordinance was read amending Sections 4.5.050,4.5.060 and 4.5.070 of
Fire: 1997 Uniform Fire Code Chapter 5, Building and Fire Prevention Standards, of Title IV(Development
Regulations)of City Code relating to adoption of the 1997 Uniform Fire Code
by reference and amendments thereto. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE
School District: Performing PROPOSAL FOR A PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT RENTON HIGH
Arts Center at Renton High SCHOOL TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
School
Parks: Highlands Responding to Councilman Corman, Mayor Tanner said Council has given
Neighborhood Center precise direction to the Administration with respect to the reconstruction of the
Reconstruction Highlands Neighborhood Center, which is to repair the gym to its previous
state and moderately expand the facility's program rooms.
Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington added that the City will already
contribute$200,000 out of its own pocket in addition to the insurance proceeds
received for this project. Spending another$200,000 to$300,000 to build an
entirely new gymnasium at this location would be difficult to justify when
other neighborhoods lack any kind of public activity center.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Ralph Evans, 3306 NE I Ith Pl., Renton, 98056, thanked Council for
Citizen Comment: Evans— considering his proposal on the Highlands Neighborhood Center reconstruction,
Highlands Neighborhood and for providing an immediate response.
Center Reconstruction
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:45 p.m.
MARIL J. ERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
March 8, 1999
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COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 3/15 Convention Center Study Results and
(Parker) 6:30 p.m. Land Recommendation
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 3/15 Fleet Mgmt. Technician Hiring Process;
(Edwards) 6:00 p.m. Shuffleton Development Contract;
Vouchers
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT THURS., 3/11 Pierre Grady Way Appeal;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Review of Residential Policies &
Implementation
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Corman)
UTILITIES THURS., 3/11 1999 Business Recycling Program Grant;
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. Waste Reduction Program Grant;
Local Hazardous Waste Program Grant
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
March 15, 1999 '
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 8, 1999
4. PROCLAMATION: Absolutely Incredible Kid Day—March 19, 1999
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: First Savings Bank Grant Award to the Housing Repair Assistance Program
6. APPEAL: Pierrc Grady Way Rezone, SA-98-126
In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110F.4, no public hearing on the appeal shall
be held by the City Council. No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted by the
City Council unless a party can show that the evidence they are presenting could not reasonably have
been available at the hearing before the Examiner. If the Council determines that additional
evidence is required, it may remand the matter to the Examiner for reconsideration.
7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
8. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is allowed
five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience comment period
later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
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When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
9. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner appoints Edythe Gandy, 3807 NE 8th Ct., Renton, 98056, to the Human Rights &
Affairs Commission for a two-year terns expiring 4/25/2001. Refer to Community Services
Committee.
b. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends approval of
amendments to the Light Industrial, Medium Industrial, Heavy Industrial, Commercial Office (CO)
and Commercial Arterial (CA) zones within the new Employment Area Valley land use classification.
Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
c. Transportation Systems Division recommends approval of Amendment No. 1 to CAG-98-108,
contract with Reid Middleton for the Municipal Airport's seaplane base rehabilitation project, in the
amount of$78,800. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
d. Transportation Systems Division submits CAG-98-067, Lind Ave. SW and SW 27th St. traffic signal
installation project; and recommends approval of the project, commencement of 60-day lien period,
and release of retained amount of$7,700.99 to TransTech Electric, Inc., contractor, if all required
releases have been obtained. Council concur.
e. Water Utility Division recommends terminating CAG-94-015, an agreement with King County
Department of Metropolitan Services for a joint reuse demonstration project for Class A effluent since
err staff anticipates no near-term future customers for reuse water. Refer to Utilities Committee.
f. Water Utility Division recommends approval of an agreement in the amount of$98,336.69 with
Economic and Engineering Services, Inc. to provide corrosion control, flouride and sewer design for
emergency water well EW-3. Council concur.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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g. Water Utility Division requests authorization to make a partial payment of$19,113.60 to Tony's
Cleaners for removal of perchlorocthylene and perc-contaminated dry-cleaning equipment out of Zone
1 of the City's Aquifer Protection Area. Council concur.
10. CORRESPONDENCE
11. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked with
an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the chairman if
further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Convention Center Study Results & Land Recommendation
b. Finance Committee: Fleet Mgmt. Technician Hiring Process; Shuffleton Development Contract;
Vouchers; Y2K-compliant utility billing software (Springbrook Software)
c. Utilities Committee: 1999 Business Recycling Program Grant*; Waste Reduction Program Grant*;
Local Hazardous Waste Program Grant*
12. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. 1999 Business Recycling Program Grant(see 1 I.e.)
b. Waste Reduction Program Grant (see I I.e.)
c. Local Hazardous Waste Program Grant (see l I.e.)
Ordinances for first reading,:
a. R-10 and R-14 Zone amendments (Council approved 2/22/99 via Planning & Development Committee
report)
b. LID 336, railroad crossing at 3700 Lake Washington Blvd. N. (Council approved 2/01/99)
Ordinances for second and final readiny-:
a. 1999 Budget adjustments (1st reading 3/01/99)
b. Vacating a portion of Olympia Ave. NE (1st reading 3/01/99) "
13. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded information)
14. AUDIENCE COMMENT
15. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
Convention Center Study Results & Land Recommendation
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ADMINISTRATION
Work with the Hotel/Motel Advisory Tax Force re: Renton Conference/Convention Center feasibility
Send letter to State legislature opposing sales tax exemption changes re: manufacturing equipment
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Appointment of Edythe Gandy, 3807 NE 8th Ct., 98056, to the Human Rights & Affairs Commission
MAYOR & CITY CLERK
Agreement accepting a grant from King County for 1999 Business Recycling & Special Recycling Event
Agreement accepting a grant from the DOE for solid and hazardous waste reduction education programs
Agreement accepting a grant from Seattle-King County Health Dept. for a local hazardous waste program
Contract with Springbrook Software for utility billing software & meter reading equipment
Agreement with Seco Development to fund environmental review for Southport (Shuffleton site)
Agreement with Entranco for transportation & access analysis for Southport
Agreement with Huckell/Weinman for Southport planned action/supplemental EIS
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Amendments to various zones for the new Employment Area Valley land use classification
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMMITTEE
Amendment to CAG-98-108, Airport seaplane base rehabilitation project
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Letter from Cascade Water Alliance extending an invitation to join
Termination of agreement with King County for joint reuse project
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
R-10 and R-14 Zone amendments (1 s reading 3/15/99)
Vacating a portion of Olympia Ave. NE (ls` reading 3/15/99)
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
March 15, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF RANDY CORMAN,Council President Pro tem; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY
COUNCILMEMBERS KEOLKER-WHEELER; BOB EDWARDS;TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMEMBERS KING PARKER AND
TONI NELSON. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON,Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LARRY WARREN,City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN,City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
SUSAN CARLSON, Economic Development,Neighborhoods&Strategic
Planning Administrator; BETTY NOKES,Director of Economic Development;
JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator;NEIL WATTS,Plan
Review Supervisor; ABDOUL GAFOUR,Water Utility Supervisor;KAREN
MARSHALL,Human Services Manager; DENNIS CONTE,Housing
Assistance Specialist;DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; COMMANDER
FLOYD ELDRIDGE,Police Department.
PRESS Denis Law,Renton Reporter
Claire Booth, South County Journal
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF MARCH 8, 1999 AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring March 18, 1999 to be
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day "Absolutely Incredible Kid Day" in the City of Renton,and declaring the
—March 18, 1999 children of Renton to be absolutely incredible kids. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Dennis Conte,Housing Assistance Specialist,reported that First Savings Bank
Human Services: First Savings of Renton has announced its intention to award the City a grant to be used for
Bank Grant to Housing Repair Renton's Human Services Housing Repair Assistance Program. Saying that the
Program bank made an earlier grant of$25,000 to this program in 1997, Mr. Conte said
many low-income Renton residents received both minor and emergency home
repairs as a result of the previous grant. Services provided include exterior
painting and replacement of water heaters and furnaces.
Harry Blencoe,Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of First
Savings Bank of Renton, officially presented the City with another$25,000
grant to be used by the housing repair program. Mayor Tanner then presented a
plaque of appreciation to Mr. Blencoe on behalf of the City, saying that the
bank's generous donations to this program are an outstanding example of
corporate citizenship.
APPEAL Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Planning&Development regarding the Pierre Grady Way rezone(SA-98-126). The Committee
Committee convened on March 11, 1999 to consider the appeal from the Hearing
Appeal: Pierre Grady Way Examiner's report dated November 19, 1998. The subject property is located
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Rezone, SA-98-126 on the north side of SW Grady Way between Oakesdale Ave. SW and Powell
Ave. SW. The applicant seeks a rezone from commercial office (CO) to
medium industrial (IM). Additionally, thg Hearing Examiner rendered a
decision, in the event the rezone was permitted, relating to the site plan.
Rezone Recommendation:
On the appeal of the Hearing Examiner's recommendation regarding the
rezone, the committee found that the Hearing Examiner did not give
appropriate consideration to land use policies of the Comprehensive Plan
and/or alternative mechanisms to accomplish the land use policies of the City.
The committee found that the Hearing Examiner did not consider how the
proposed use of this parcel represents a "balance of uses"that would not only
improve the City's economic and employment bases, but would increase the
City's tax base and improve the efficiency in the use of this parcel. This is
particularly so on this unusual site.
The committee found that the subject site has unique problems. These
problems are due to the shape and size of this parcel, and to the power lines that
run down the middle of the site.
The committee also found that the Hearing Examiner's report recommended
denial of the rezone because, among other things, the proposed development
could be abandoned at some point in time and, once rezoned, other less
desirable uses for this location may be permitted. The committee found that
there are mechanisms, such as a restrictive covenant or a development
agreement, that will address this concern. Those alternatives were not explored
by the Hearing Examiner.
Site Plan Decision:
On the appeal of the Hearing Examiner's decision regarding the site plan, the
committee found the Hearing Examiner committed a substantial error of law
insofar as he imposed a condition on the site plan that is duplicative of the
City's inherent power. The imposition of a condition stating that the City has
absolute discretion to modify driveway access to the site would render
superfluous the City's inherent power to regulate the location of driveways.
That is a substantial error. Therefore, this condition should be removed.
Requested Council Action
Rezone: The Committee recommended that Council approve the requested
rezone from CO to IM, subject to three conditions:
Condition#1 —that the applicant sign a covenant restricting the use of this
parcel to the development as proposed, including any future related expansion
on the same site;
Condition#2 —that the restrictive covenant meets with the approval of the City
Attorney; and
Condition#3 —that the applicant complies with all conditions imposed by the
ERC.
Site Plan: The committee recommended that Council amend the decision of the
Hearing Examiner regarding the site plan and strike condition#2 relating to the
City's authority to modify driveway access to and from the site, as this is an
inherent power of the City and not a special condition applicable only to this
site.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• The Public Works Department's Maintenance Services Division is working
to incorporate such management techniques as outcome management,
performance measuring, continuous improvement and performance
budgeting.
• Renton's Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg
Zimmerman is chairing the King County Public Works Directors Group,
and consequently will be significantly involved in determining which
transportation projects in King County are selected to receive federal
funding in 2001 and 2002.
• The Seattle Symphony performed at a sold-out concert at Carco Theatre on
March 10th as part of a fundraising event to benefit this year's summer teen
musical.
• The Environmental Protection Agency has awarded$200,000 to the City to
be used for clean-up efforts at Port Quendall.
Legal: Gambling Legislation City Attorney Lawrence J. Warren reported on a meeting conducted last week
@ State Level with representatives from various cities and the Recreational Gaming
Association concerning mini-casinos and cardrooms. Renton, among other
cities, is concerned with a recent pronouncement by the State Gambling
Commission relating to local zoning authority, and a preliminary concurring
opinion issued by a member of the State Attorney General's Office last week.
The meeting focused on issues of concern to local jurisdictions, which include: a
that cities receive timely notice about any potential license and have the
opportunity to give meaningful input into any licensing decision; that the
Gambling Commission be clear on its ability to deny a license, with cause; that
the State be prohibited from preempting local zoning authority for gambling
uses; that local jurisdictions retain the right to declare moratoria on gambling
uses to allow time to study zoning issues; that cities be allowed to amoritize
any existing uses that are not grandfathered under new regulations; and that
cities retain their authorization to ban gambling uses outright.
Mr. Warren concluded that the Recreational Gaming Association is working to
draft legislation on these issues in the hope that a proposal can be submitted to
the Legislature this session, if at all possible.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appointment: Human Rights Mayor Tanner appointed Edythe Gandy, 3807 NE 8th Ct., Renton, 98056, to
&Affairs Commission the Human Rights&Affairs Commission for a two-year term expiring
4/25/2001. Refer to Community Services Committee.
Planning: Zoning Code Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department
Amendments re: Employment recommended approval of amendments to the Light Industrial, Medium
Area Valley Land Use Industrial, Heavy Industrial, Commercial Office and Commercial Arterial
Classification zones within the new Employment Area Valley land use classification. Refer
to Plannine& Development Committee.
CAG: 98-108, Airport Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of Amendment No. 1
Seaplane Base Rehab Project, to CAG-98-108, contract with Reid Middleton for the Municipal Airport's
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Reid Middleton seaplane base rehabilitation project, in the amount of$78,800. Refer to
Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
CAG: 98-067, Lind Ave SW& Transportation Systems Division submittyd CAG-98-067, Lind Ave. SW and
am SW 27th St Traffic Installation SW 27th St. traffic signal installation project; and recommended approval of
Project,TransTech Electric the project, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained
amount of$7,700.99 to TransTech Electric, Inc., contractor, if all required
releases have been obtained. Council concur.
CAG: 94-015,Joint Reuse Water Utility Division recommended terminating CAG-94-015, an agreement
Project with King County/ with King County Department of Metropolitan Services for a joint reuse
Metro demonstration project for Class A effluent since staff anticipates no near-term
future customers for reuse water. Refer to Utilities Committee.
Public Works: Emergency Water Utility Division recommended approval of an agreement in the amount
Water Well EW-3 Corrosion of$98,336.69 with Economic and Engineering Services, Inc. to provide
Control, Economic & corrosion control, flouride and sewer design for emergency water well EW-3.
Engineering Services Council concur.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA WITH THE REMOVAL
OF ITEM 9.g. FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration Water Utilility Division requested authorization to make a partial payment of
Item 9.g. $19,113.60 to Tony's Cleaners for removal of perchloroethylene and perc-
Public Works: Tony's contaminated dry-cleaning equipment out of Zone 1 of the City's Aquifer
Cleaners Equipment Removal Protection Area.
Reimbursement(Aquifer Gregg Zimmerman, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator, explained
Protection Area) that when the City decided to outlaw the use of perc in Zone 1 of the Aquifer
,ow Protection Area, it simultaneously authorized a reimbursement up to$60,000
for any company forced to relocate because of the new restriction.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE PARTIAL PAYMENT TO TONY'S CLEANERS AS
RECOMMENDED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Gwenn Maxfield, Interim Director of the
Citizen Comment: Cascade Cascade Water Alliance, PO Box 1923, Bothell, WA, 98041, inviting Renton to
Water Alliance —Encourage become a member and encouraging attendance at meetings of the Alliance for
Renton's Participation information about the group's activities. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER TO THE
UTILITIES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Levy(City A memorandum was read from Doug Levy, Government Affairs Director for
of Everett) —Sales Tax the City of Everett, describing pending State legislation which would expand
Exemptions for Manufacturing sales tax exemptions on manufacturing machinery and equipment to "dual use"
Equipment equipment which has both manufacturing and non-manufacturing purposes.
Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington explained that the potential
impacts to Renton from such legislation could be significant, considering that
both Boeing and PACCAR would be able to claim much greater exemptions
than what is currently allowed. Everett, which is working with the Association
of Washington Cities and the cities of Kent and Auburn to ensure that the State
adopts a measurable standard and satisfactory threshold with respect to "dual
use"equipment, is seeking clarification of Renton's position on this issue.
vow MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL DIRECT THE ADMINISTRATION TO COORDINATE WITH
THE CITIES OF EVERETT, KENT AND AUBURN TO PREPARE A JOINT
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LETTER TO THE STATE LEGISLATURE OPPOSING THIS PROPOSED
LEGISLATION. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Pro tem Corman presepted a report authorizing the
Committee of the Whole Administration to work with the Hotel/Motel Advisory Task Force and private
EDNSP: Convention Center property owners to do the following:
Feasibility Work 1. Identify potential sites for a Renton conference center that could include a
stand-alone location and/or locations attached to a hotel, either existing or new;
2. Develop a scope of work for Phase II of this plan; and
3. Develop a budget to address the scope of work.
Staff will bring back proposals to the Council for review and consideration.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Solid Waste: 1999 Business concurrence in the Planning/Building/Public Works Department's
Recycling Program& Special recommendation that Council approve an interlocal agreement with King
Recycling Event,King County County called the "City Optional Program Interlocal Agreement"which
authorizes Renton to receive$31,560 from King County to continue the
Business Recycling Program and the Special Recycling Event for 1999. The
Committee further recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be
presented for reading and adoption MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED
BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 93 for resolution.)
Solid Waste: Waste Reduction Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Education Program, Grant concurrence in the Planning/Building/Public Works Department's
from DOE recommendation that Council approve the 1998-1999 Coordinated Prevention
Grant agreement which provides$61,953 from the Washington State
Department of Ecology,and commits Renton to provide $41,302 in matching
funds which are included in the 1999 Budget. These grant funds will be used to
implement solid and hazardous waste reduction education programs,and
organics composting programs meeting the requirements and goals of both the
King County Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan and the Local
Hazardous Was`le Management Plan. The Committee further recommended
that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See
page 93 for resolution.)
Solid Waste: Local Hazardous Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Waste Mgmt Plan, Seattle- concurrence in the Planning/Building/Public Works Department's
King County recommendation that Council approve the Memorandum of Understanding with
the Seattle-King County Department of Public Health which authorizes the
City's Solid Waste Utility to receive $25,808 from the Local Hazardous Waste
Management Plan in Seattle-King County. These funds will be used to
implement collection of used oil, antifreeze,oil filters, and lead-acid batteries
at the City's two Special Recycling Events. In addition, these funds will be
used to implement household hazardous waste education projects including
school workshops and Renton River Days outreach. The Committee further
recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading
and adoption MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 94 for resolution.)
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Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report regarding the purchase of
Finance: Y2K Compliant utility billing software and meter reading equipment. The Committee reviewed
Utility Billing Software& the issue memorandum dated February 1,+1999,regarding the utility billing
„m Meter Reading System software contract with Springbrook Software Co. and the purchase of Sensus
meter reading equipment and software. The Committee recommended that
Council authorize the Mayor and Ci Clerk to execute a contract with
Springbrook Software to purchase utility billing software and implementation
and training services. The Committee further recommended the purchase of
Sensus meter reading equipment and software. The cost of the combined
purchase is$225,000, including sales tax. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
EDNSP: Shuffleton Site Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report regarding the Southport
Redevelopment Studies& Planned Action/Environmental Impact Statement(EIS) contracts. The
Planned Action Committee reviewed proposed contracts between the City and Seco
Development to fund the environmental review required for the Southport
Development, as well as consultant contracts between the City and Entranco,
Inc. and Huckell/Weinman Associates Inc. providing transportation and
environmental review services, respectively. The Committee recommended
that Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contracts in the
following order:
1. Agreement with Seco Development, Inc. to fund the environmental review
needed;
2. Agreement with Entranco, Inc. to prepare the initial transportation and
access analysis; and
3. Agreement with Huckell/Weinman Associates, Inc. to prepare the Southport
r.r Planned Action/Supplemental EIS.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORIVIAN, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
HR&RM: Fleet Mgmt Tech Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending
Hiring L Step D concurrence with the staff recommendation to correct the oversight in the
hiring process of the Fleet Management Technician. This authorizes the hiring
of this person at Step D of the salary range, retroactive to February 5, 1999.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
of Claim Vouchers 168507 - 169005 and three wire transfers in the total
amount of$2,511,863.17. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3381 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Solid Waste: 1999 Business interlocal agreement with King County regarding county funding for the City
Recycling Program& Special of Renton's 1999 Business Recycling Program and Special Recycling Event.
Recycling Event, King County MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
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Resolution #3382 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Solid Waste: Waste Reduction interlocal agreement with the State of Washington's Department of Ecology
Education, DOE Grant entitled "Coordinated Prevention Grant Agreement." MOVED BY
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CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,COUNCIL ADOPT
THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution#3383 A resolution was read authorizing the Mgyor and City Clerk to enter into an
Solid Waste: Local Hazardous interlocal cooperative agreement with the Seattle-King County Deartment of
Waste Mgmt Plan, Seattle- Public Health entitled "Memorandum of Understanding on the Local
King County Hazardous Waste Management Program for 1999 Activities." MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 3/22/99 for second and final reading:
Planning: R-10 and R-14 Zone An ordinance was read amending Title IV(Development Regulations)of City
Changes Code by amending the Residential — 10 dwelling units per acre(R-10)and the
R— 14 dwelling units per acre(R-14)Zones. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 3/22/99.
CARRIED.
Local Improvement District: An ordinance was read ordering that assessments be made against property
No. 336,Burlington Northern included within Local Improvement District No. 336 for improvements
RR Crossing at 3700 Lake constructed at the 3700 block of Lake Washington Blvd., and providing
Wash.Blvd N assessments upon property in LID No. 336. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 3/22/99. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4770 An ordinance was read appropriating funds from fund balance, increasing the
Budget: 1999 Adjustments expenditures in various funds and departments, and increasing the 1999 Budget
by$4,302,030 to a total adjusted amount of$134,967,406. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4771 An ordinance was read vacating a portion of Olympia Ave.NE from NE 33rd
Vacation: Olympia Ave NE St. north of NE 21st St. for Lakeridge Development, Inc. (VAC-98-001).
(NE 33rd to 21st),Lakeridge MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,COUNCIL ADOPT
Development,VAC-98-001 THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:20 p.m.
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MARILYN . PE SEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
March 15, 1999
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COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 3/22 Purchase & Development of 4th &
(Parker) 6:00 p.m. Burnett Property;
Development & Use of the Pavilion
Building
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 3/16 Purchase of ESCOM Class Registration
(Nelson) 3:00 p.m. Software;
Renton High School Performing Arts
Center
FINANCE MON., 3/22 Vouchers;
(Edwards) 5:30 p.m. Golf Course Bond Refunding
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT THURS., 3/18 Tamaron Pointe Appeal;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Valley Zoning Code Amendments
(first part of meeting in Council
Chambers)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 3/16 Airport Seaplane Base Rehabilitation
(Corman) 4:00 p.m. Contract;
Design Plans for Burnett Ave. between
South 3rd & 4th Streets
UTILITIES THURS., 3/18 Termination of Agreement with King
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. County for Joint Reuse Project
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
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*REVISED*
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING r
March 22, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 15, 1999
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Police Department Volunteer Recognition
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is
allowed five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience
comment period later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk reports bid opening on 3/16/99 for CAG-99-021, N. 40th St. & Meadow Ave. N. Storm
System; 20 bids; project estimate $339,000.33; and submits staff recommendation to award the
contract to the low bidder, Harlow Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of$226,831.73.
Council concur.
b. Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department submits selection
criteria and program parameters for the offering of small grants of up to $5,000 to community
groups for projects that build or enhance the physical features of a neighborhood. Refer to
Community Services Committee.
c. Finance and Information Services Department recommends that Golf Course Revenue Bonds
originally issued in 1994 to build the clubhouse and driving range be refunded due to decreasing
interest rates. The amount of savings will be approximately $312,000 over the life of the bonds.
Council concur. (Seel 0. for ordinance.)
d. Fire Department recommends approval of an agreement in the amount of$382,156.47 to purchase
three new aid cars from Braun Northwest, Inc. Council concur.
e. Transportation Division recommends approval of an agreement in the amount of$81,000 with the
U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide recommendations and assistance in reducing wildlife
hazards within the airport environments. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
f. Transportation Division requests authorization for the temporary closures of Morris Ave. S.,
Whitworth Ave. S., and Shattuck Ave. S. between S. 2nd and S. 3rd Streets for five working days
each, sometime between March 29 and May 7. Council concur. (See 10. for resolution.)
g. Technical Services Division recommends approval of the establishment of a small works roster
listing three firms to provide photogrammetric mapping services. Council concur.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter from Ben Millett, 1602 Olympia Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, requesting that a skate park be
built in Renton. Refer to Community Services Committee.
b. Letter from Charles Mapili, 2316 NE 31st St., Renton, 98056, expressing appreciation towards City
staff for their work on the Stafford Crest Division II development project.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
8. CORRESPONDENCE (continued from previous side) q3
c. Letter from Bob Thornton of Hawkins-Poe, Realtors, 1215 Regents Blvd., Tacoma, 98467,
requesting commercial zoning along SE 128th St. as part of the East Renton Plateau Annexation
zoning process. Refer to Official File No. A-98-001.
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the
chairman if further review is necessary.
a. Community Services: Renton High School Performing Arts Center
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers
c. Transportation (Aviation) Committee: Seaplane Base Rehabilitation Contract; Design Plans for
Burnett Ave. between S. 3rd and 4th Streets
d. Utilities Committee: Tennination of Joint Reuse Agreement with King County
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution:
Authorizing temporary closures of Morris Ave. S, Whitworth Ave. S, and Shattuck Ave. S. between S.
2nd and S. 3rd Streets (See 71.)
Ordinance for first reading:
Vacating a portion of Oakesdale Ave. SW (IBID Corporation, VAC-98-003; Council approved on
11/6/98, compensation of$35,000.00 received, and all conditions have been met)
Ordinance for first reading and advancement to second and final reading:
Golf Course Bond Refunding (See 7.c.)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. R-10 and R-14 Zone amendments (1st reading 3/15/99)
b. LID 336, railroad crossing at 3700 Lake Washington Blvd. N. (1st reading 3/15/99)
11. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded
information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
**6:00 p.m.**
Purchase & Development of 4th & Burnett Property;
Development & Use of the Pavilion Building
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March 22, 1999 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
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ADMINISTRATION
Work with the Renton School District & Performing Arts Committee re: performing arts center @ RHS
Supply monthly information reports to Council re: performing arts center @ RHS
Refine cost and design info. re: use of Downtown Pavilion building as an exhibition/conference center
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Neighborhood enhancement grant proposal ($5,000 each)
Letter from Ben Millett, 1602 Olympia Ave. SE, Renton, 98056, asking for a skate park in Renton
Use of Downtown Pavilion building
MAYOR & CITY CLERK
Sale &purchase agreement with Dally Homes, Inc. for 4th & Burnett property
Amendment to CAG-98-108, agreement with Reid Middleton for seaplane base rehabilitation design
Golf Course Revenue Refunding Bonds, 1994 (Piper Jaffray)
OFFICIAL FILE (East Renton Plateau Annexation, A-98-001)
Letter from Bob Thornton re: commercial zoning along SE 128th St.
TRANSPORTATION-(AVIATION) COMMITTEE
Agreement with U.S. Dept. of Agriculture re: Airport wildlife (fowl) hazards
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Tony's Cleaners relocation out of Aquifer Protection Area(cost reimbursement from City)
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Oakesdale Ave. SW street vacation for IBID Corp., VAC-98-003 (Is`reading 3/22/99)
PUBLIC HEARING
4/12/99 —Zoning Code changes for Employment Area Valley Land Use Designation
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
March 22, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF RANDY CORMAN, Council President Pro tem; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY
COUNCILMEMBERS KEOLKER-WHEELER; BOB EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; TIMOTHY
SCHLITZER.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL EXCUSE
ABSENT COUNCILMEMBERS KING PARKER, DAN CLAWSON AND
BOB EDWARDS. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; VICTORIA RUNKLE,Finance &Information Services Administrator;
JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; SUSAN CARLSON,
Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Administrator;
BETTY NOKES,Director of Economic Development; MICHAEL
KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning; TED
PEBWORTH,Transportation Maintenance Supervisor; SANDY CHASTAIN,
Community Relations Specialist; ABDOUL GAFOUR, Water Utility
Supervisor; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; DEPUTY CHIEF ART
LARSON,Fire Department; BATTALION CHIEF GARY BERGQUIST,Fire
Department; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON,Police Department; DEPUTY
CHIEF JOE PEACH, Police Department; COMMUNITY PROGRAM
COORDINATOR AUDREY MOORE, Police Department.
PRESS Elizabeth Parker,Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF MARCH 15, 1999 AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Chief of Police Garry Anderson presented a certificate of appreciation to Larry
Police: Volunteer Recognition Yates, who has donated 500 volunteer hours to the Police Department since
1996. Chief Anderson estimated that Mr. Yates performs approximately 2,000
vacation home checks each year on behalf of Renton's residents.
Chief Anderson then presented a certificate of appreciation to Sybil Eades,who
has donated 1,500 volunteer hours to the department since 1994. Mrs. Eades,
who has worked in the records area as well as a receptionist for the
Administration division, graduated from the department's Citizens' Academy
in 1994.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
low � At the Winter Sports Banquet on March 18`h at the Senior Activity Center,
over 140 people celebrated the completion of the very successful Special
Populations basketball season.
From March 18 to 20, the Seattle Fire Department used the tower and burn
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props at Renton's Station 14, with Seattle conducting all of the training for
their recruit class of 30 firefighters.
* The Police Department has reported that"Class 1"crimes decreased by
approximately 15%in 1998, a significant percentage considering that woo
motor vehicle thefts, which are included in this category, increased by over
30%.
* The Police Department issued 12,248 traffic citations in 1998,compared to
11,300 issued in 1997.
Public Safety: EMS Funding Mr. Covington reported that the Suburban Cities Association,which represents
King County jurisdictions with populations under 50,000, has asked for
Renton's position on the issue of emergency medical services (EMS)long-term
funding. The SCA will vote on its position on March 31S`. Mr. Covington
explained that at a recent SCA medium-sized city caucus meeting, the
following preferred courses of action were developed (in order of preference):
1. Seek a permanent EMS levy for both advanced and basic life support;
2. Seek a three-year levy(both ALS and BLS);
3. Pursue other funding alternatives for both ALS and BLS services.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE AFORE-MENTIONED POSITION AS RENTON'S
OFFICIAL PREFERENCES ON THE COUNTY-WIDE EMS FUNDING
ISSUE. CARRIED.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler asked whether a permanent levy, once
approved, can ever be rescinded. Mayor Tanner agreed to consult with the
SCA and Renton's legal staff to determine whether this would be possible.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Charmaine Baker, 3713 Meadow Ave.N.,Renton, 98056, submitted written
Citizen Comment: Baker— information to the Council on the history of Kirkland's performing arts center,
Performing Arts Center at including costs and funding sources.
Renton High School
Citizen Comment: Mason— David Mason, 231 Williams Ave. N., Renton, 98055, spoke as a representative
Tony's Cleaners Relocation of Tony's Cleaners,which is being relocated out of the City's Aquifer
(Aquifer Protection Protection Area Zone 1. Mr.Mason requested a meeting with Council's
Regulations) Utilities Committee regarding the amount of the company's relocation
expenses and the manner in which these will be reimbursed by the City.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Hoben— Mark Hoben, 17434- 128th Ave. SE,Renton, urged approval of the purchase
Sale&Development of 41& and sale agreement for the development of the property at 41&Burnett. He
Burnett Surplus Property believed that the civic share of the downtown area's redevelopment is
appropriately limited, and that the bulk of the redevelopment must be achieved
by the private sector.
Citizen Comment: Dineen— Jeff Dineen, 320 Smithers Ave. S.,Renton, 98055, said while he appreciated
Sale&Development of 4`h& the attention given to the concerns of neighbors in the vicinity of the proposed
Burnett Surplus Property 41 &Burnett development,he emphasized that major issues still remain, such
as traffic in the alley and access to the building's underground parking. He
asked that the neighborhood be kept involved in the process.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL DIRECT THAT THE SIGNERS OF A PETITION SUBMITTED
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BY MR.DINEEN LAST YEAR ON THIS SUBJECT BE INCLUDED AS
PARTIES OF RECORD ON THIS PROJECT. CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
CAG: 99-021, N 40th& City Clerk reported bid opening on 3/16/99 for CAG-99-021,N. 40th St. &
Meadow Ave N Storm System, Meadow Ave.N. storm system; 20 bids; project estimate $339,000.33; and
Harlow Construction submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,
Harlow Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of$226,831.73. Council
concur.
EDNSP: Neighborhood Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department
Enhancement Grants submitted selection criteria and program parameters for the offering of small
grants up to S5,000 to community groups for projects that build or enhance the
physical features of a neighborhood. Refer to Community Services Committee.
Finance: Golf Course Bonds Finance and Information Services Department recommended that Golf Course
Refunding(19 94) Revenue Bonds originally issued in 1994 to build the clubhouse and driving
range be refunded due to decreasing interest rates. The amount of savings will
be $269,096 over the life of the bonds. Council concur. (See page 104 for
Finance Committee report and page 105 for associated ordinance.)
Fire: Aid Car Purchases Fire Department recommended approval of an agreement in the amount of
(Three), Braun NW $382,156.47 to purchase three new aid cars from Braun Northwest, Inc.
Council concur.
Technical Services: Technical Services Division recommended approval of the establishment of a
Photogrammetric Mapping small works roster listing three firms to provide photogrammetric mapping
vow Services Small Works Roster services. Council concur.
Airport: Wildlife(Fowl) Transportation Division recommended approval of an agreement in the amount
Hazards,Agreement with US of$81,000 with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide
Dept of Agriculture recommendations and assistance in reducing wildlife hazards within the airport
environments. Refer to Transportation (Aviation)Committee.
Transportation: Downtown Transportation Division requested authorization for the temporary closures of
Streets Temporary Closures Morris Ave. S., Whitworth Ave. S., and Shattuck Ave. S. between South 2nd
(Morris, Whitworth, Shattuck) and 3rd Streets for five working days each, sometime between March 29 and
May 7. Council concur. (See page 105 for resolution.)
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Ben Millett, 1602 Olympia Ave. SE,Renton,
Citizen Comment: Millett— 98058,requesting that a skate park be built in Renton. MOVED BY NELSON,
Skate Park in Renton SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER
TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Mapili— Correspondence was read from Charles Mapili, 2316 NE 31 st St., Renton,
Staff Assistance re: Stafford 98056, expressing appreciation towards Renton Hearing Examiner Fred
Crest Plat Kaufman and City staff Neil Watts and Jennifer Toth Henning for providing
him with information on the Stafford Crest Division II development project,
located near his home.
Citizen Comment: Thornton— Correspondence was read from Bob Thornton of Hawkins-Poe,Realtors, 1215
...r East Renton Plateau Regents Blvd.,Tacoma, 98467,requesting commercial zoning along SE 128th
Annexation Zoning(SE 128th St. as part of the East Renton Plateau Annexation zoning process. MOVED BY
St) SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS LETTER TO THE OFFICIAL FILE NO. A-98-001. CARRIED.
March 22, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 102
OLD BUSINESS Council President Pro tem Corman presented a report regarding development
Committee of the Whole and use of the Pavilion Building. At its March 22, 1999 meeting,the
EDNSP: Downtown Pavilion Committee of the Whole received a briefing by staff on various development
Building,Use Alternatives alternatives considered for the Pavilion Building, located adjacent to the
Downtown Piazza. The Committee concurred with the Administration's
recommended concept of using the building as an exhibition/conference center
with banquet capabilities. The Committee also recommended that the
Administration be directed to refine cost and design information associated
with this concept. The Committee further recommended that this item be
referred to the Community Services Committee for more in-depth study and
review. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT*.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler said that alternatives other than using the
building as an exhibition/conference center should not yet be dismissed without
further consideration,particularly as the public has not had a chance to
comment on this proposal.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL AMEND
THE COMMITTEE REPORT TO READ AS FOLLOWS**:
At its March 22, 1999 meeting,the Committee of the Whole received a briefing
by staff on various development alternatives considered for the Pavilion
Building, located adjacent to the Downtown Piazza. The Committee
recommended that the Administration be directed to refine cost and design
information associated with the Administration's preferred concept of using the
building as an exhibition/conference center with banquet capabilities. The ..�
Committee further recommended that this item be referred to the Community
Services Committee for more in-depth study and review.
**CARRIED. *MOTION CARRIED TO APPROVE THE COMMITTEE
REPORT, AS AMENDED.
EDNSP: Purchase& Council President Pro tem Corman presented a report regarding the 4th&
Development of the 4th& Burnett surplus property. The City of Renton originally purchased the property
Burnett Property located at the northwest corner of S.4th St. and Burnett Ave. in downtown
Renton for municipal purposes in 1994. By Resolution 3365 on December 7,
1998, when the property was no longer deemed necessary for public purpose,
the Council authorized staff to proceed with actions to surplus the property for
public sale. The City commissioned an appraisal on the property and accepted
purchase proposals during the months of February and March, 1999.
Dally Homes, Inc. submitted a proposal in the amount of$466,900, subject to
the following contingencies:
• 58 dwelling units on the site, or a reduction in price of$8,050 for each unit
removed;
•reduction in price for the removal of any contaminated soil, concrete slabs or
railroad tracks;
•reduction in price for special pilings or footings as a result of soil conditions;
and
• approval of the project.
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The Administration recommends approval of the purchase and sale agreement
with Dally Homes, Inc., subject to the above contingencies and a final sales
price no less than the appraised value of$350,000.
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The Committee recommended that Council concur in the Administration's
recommendation and authorize the Mayor and Ci Clerk to sign such
documents as necessary to transfer title thereto to Dally Homes, Inc., or its
assigns. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation (Aviation) Transportation(Aviation) Committee Chair Corman presented a report
Committee recommending that Council approve supplemental agreement No. 1 to CAG-
CAG: 98-108, Seaplane Base 98-108, between the City and Reid Middleton, in the amount of$78,000 for the
Rehab Design, Reid Middleton design and construction supervision for the seaplane base rehabilitation project,
and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the agreement. MOVED BY
CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Vice Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
Public Works: Joint Reuse concurrence in the staff recommendation that Council authorize the Mayor and
Agreement with King County, City Clerk to execute the modification agreement to terminate the agreement
Termination between the City of Renton and King County Department of Metropolitan
Services for a joint reuse demonstration project for Class A effluent. MOVED
BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning& Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a reort
Committee recommending that the City Council set a public hearing on proposed
Zoning: Employment Area amendments to the Commercial Arterial (CA), Commercial Office(CO), Light
Valley Zoning Changes Industrial (IL), Medium Industrial (IM), and Heavy Industrial (IH)zoning
(Various Zones) designations on April 12, 1999. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Vice Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report regarding class software for the Community Services Department. The
Finance: Parks Dept Class purchase of ESCOM class registration/membership/facility scheduling/point of
Registration Software, sales software and associated hardware has expenditure approval for 1999.
ESCOM This system will allow a much-needed upgrade from the system presently in
use. This purchase would include program modules, licenses, peripheral
hardware, membership services, and implementation, set up and training. Staff
research indicates that this product is unparalleled in terms of quality, user
friendliness, training and support. The current software is not Y2K compliant.
The Committee recommended approval of this purchase agreement. MOVED
BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Parks: Performing Arts Center Community Services Committee Vice Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
at Renton High School report recommending that Council concur in a recommendation that would
allow the proposal of a performing arts center at Renton High School to be
more fully explored. The Committee is sensitive to the design and construction
timelines imposed by the Renton School District. Therefore, the Committee
recommended that:
1. The City Council endorse the request from the Performing Arts Committee
of Renton to proceed with planning and fundraising for a performing arts center
to be located within the Renton High School site.
2. The City Council request the Renton School District to incorporate the
design upgrade from auditorium to performing arts center in their plans for the
remodel of Renton High School.
3. To facilitate the design upgrade, the City of Renton will contribute up to
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$50,000 to Renton School District for design costs.
4. The City of Renton understands that the additional costs associated with this
project are approximately $1.5 million. The City will contribute up to
$400,000 toward the ultimate construction of the performing arts center, >
provided the balance comes from other sources. At the City's option,the City
may pay this amount in a lump sum, or overa period not to exceed five years.
5. The Administration work with the School District and the Performing Arts
Committee to develop appropriate operating agreements.
6. To ensure a successful fundraising effort, the School District should allow
the community si*five months (until September 1, 1999)to obtain funding
commitments.
The Committee further recommended that the Administration supply monthly
status reports to the Council on this project. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT.*
A memorandum on this subject from Mayor Jesse Tanner to the City Council
was entered into the record. The Mayor urged that the City commit no funds
beyond$50,000 for design costs at this time, but rather wait to see what support
the project receives from citizens and the corporate community prior to
obligating$400,000 in public funds. He also noted his concern that if this
design is never used,the City will have spent taxpayer money for no useful
purpose; he therefore recommended that the City Attorney review this
appropriation to determine if it would be within the City's authority.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL AMEND THE COMMITTEE REPORT TO ADD A SEVENTH
ITEM,AS FOLLOWS: mod
7. This report is contingent on the City Attorney's determination that this
would be a legally acceptable course of action.
CARRIED.
By Council consensus, the Committee report was further amended to change
the timeline in item#6 from"six months"to "five months".
*MOTION CARRIED TO APPROVE THE COMMITTEE REPORT AS
AMENDED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Vice Chair Nelson presented a report recommending
Finance: Vouchers approval of Payroll Vouchers 165470— 165723 and 524 direct deposits in the
total amount of$1,312,858.23 for March 19, 1999. MOVED BY NELSON,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Golf Course Bonds Finance Committee Vice Chair Nelson presented a report recommending that
Refunding(1994) the City of Renton refund the golf course bonds for a total of$5,040,000. At
the current interest rate,this will translate into a total savings of$269,096 over
the life of the bonds. There will be a savings to the golf course of$14,000 to
$18,000 annually. The Committee further recommended that the Mayor sign
the purchase agreement with Piper Jaffray, Inc. for the purchase of the bonds.
The bonds have been pre-sold by Piper Jaffray. The Committee further
recommended that Council adopt the ordinance authorizing the refunding, and
that the ordinance be advanced to second and final reading to conclude the sale Now
of the bonds. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See
page 105 for ordinance.)
March 22, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 105
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3384 A resolution was read authorizing the temporary closure of Morris Ave. S.,
Transportation: Downtown Whitworth Ave. S., and Shattuck Ave. S.between S. 2nd Street and S. 3rd
Streets Temporary Closures Street for five working days each, to occur sometime during the period of
(Morris, Whitworth, Shattuck) March 29 to May 7 for the purpose of roadway restoration. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 4/05/99 for second and final reading:
Vacation: Oakesdale Ave SW An ordinance vacating a portion of Oakesdale Ave. SW from SR-405 to SW
(IBID Corp,VAC-98-003) Grady Way for IBID Corporation(VAC-98-003). MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 4/05/99. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and advanced to
second and final reading:
Finance: Golf Course Bonds An ordinance was read providing for the issuance of$5,040,000 principal
Refunding(19 94) amount of Golf System Revenue Refunding Bonds, 1999, of the City for the
purposes of obtaining the funds with which to advance refund and defease all of
the City's outstanding Golf System Revenue Bonds, 1994; fixing the date,
form,maturities, interest rates, terms and covenants of such bonds; establishing
a bond redemption account and related subaccounts therein; establishing a
revenue account and related subaccounts therein; and approving the sale and
providing for the delivery of those bonds to U.S. Bancorp Piper Jaffray Inc., of
Seattle, Washington. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4772 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Finance: Golf Course Bonds MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
Refunding(1994) COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL
AYES. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4773 An ordinance was read amending Title IV(Development Regulations) of City
Planning: R-10 and R-14 Zone Code by amending the Residential— 10 dwelling units per acre(R-10)and the
Changes R— 14 dwelling units per acre(R-14)Zones. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4774 An ordinance was read ordering that assessments be made against property
Local Improvement District: included within Local Improvement District No. 336 for improvements
No. 336,Burlington Northern constructed at the 3700 block of Lake Washington Blvd., and providing
RR Crossing at 3700 Lake assessments in the total amount of$76,880.84 upon property in LID No. 336.
Wash. Blvd N MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES.
CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Councilman Schlitzer requested an update on the City View Estates plat,
Plat: City View Estates, located at Stevens Ave.NW and NW Second Place.
Stevens Ave NW/NW 2nd
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ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:32 p.m.
MARILYf(J.nkERSEN, CMC,City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
March 22, 1999
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR /07
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
March 22, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 3/29 NO COUNCIL MEETING (5th Monday)
(Parker)
MON., 4/05 Seattle Sounders' Business Plan;
6:30 p.m. Legislative Update
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 4/05 Vouchers;
(Edwards) 5:30 p.m. Y2K Briefing
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PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Corman)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
April 5, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 22, 1999
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) Award
b. Washington Municipal Clerks' Association"President's Award of Distinction"
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is
allowed five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience
comment period later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Executive Department reports activities relating to the creation of a Community Foundation to
provide resources and assistance to Renton organizations and groups. Refer to Committee of the
Whole.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 3/02/99 for the Airport Control Tower HVAC improvement; two
bids; engineer's estimate $83,604; and submits staff rcconunendation to award the contract to the
low bidder, Design Air, Ltd., in the amount of$95,253.06 (project budget is $102,000). Council
concur.
c. City Clerk reports appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision approving the City-initiated rezone of
Renton Technical College from Public Use (P-1) to Light Industrial (IL); appeal filed by Dr. Robert
C. Roberts on 3/11/99 (File No. R-95-099). Refer to Planning_& Development Committee.
Consideration of the appeal by the Council shall be based solely on the record, the Hearing
Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional written submissions by parties
allowed by Code (RMC 4-8-110F.2).
d. City Clerk reports appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision regarding the request from Labrador
Ventures for a preliminary plat, variance and rezone at 2700 Lake Washington Blvd. N.; appeal
filed by James V. Handmacher on 3/16/99 (File No. PP-98-141). Refer to Planning &
Development Committee.
Consideration of the appeal by the Council shall be based solely on the record, the Hearing
Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional written submissions by parties
allowed by Code (RMC 4-8-110F.2).
e. Community Services Department recommends reducing, by half, fees associated with the 1999
limited hydroplane race to be held at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park on April 24th and 25th.
Refer to Community Services Committee.
f. Community Services Department recommends the following hours of operation for Renton's
beaches: until 8:00 p.m. from 6/19 to 8/13, and until 7:00 p.m. from 8/14 until the end of the �I
swimming season on 9/06. Refer to Community Services Committee.
g. Community Services Department reports interest from three cities in the modular building formerly
used for the Municipal Court at 200 Mill Ave. S., and recommends that they be invited to bid on
the purchase of this structure (including its removal and site restoration). Refer to Finance
Committee. (CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
h. Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by AT&T Wireless Services regarding possible
improper charges of utility taxes levied by Renton and 80 other Washington jurisdictions for
cellular phone users. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
i. Development Services Division recommends approval of the request from Sarang Baptist Church
that restrictive covenants imposed on the subject site (at NE 12th St. and Edmonds Ave. NE) in
1978 be removed. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
j. Development Services Division recommends approval of the request from Markham C. Hurd, 7018
- 127th Pl. SE, Newcastle, 98056, that a restrictive covenant imposed on properties located at 500
and 504 S. Tobin St. in 1988 be removed as it is no longer necessary. Refer to Planning &
Development Committee.
k. Fire Department requests authorization to purchase a 95-foot aerial platform ladder truck from
Emergency One at a cost of$716,000, and recommends that $66,000 in Fire Mitigation Funds be
applied to this purchase. Council concur.
1. Transportation Division recommends approval of Addendum#8 to LAG-84-006, Sky Harbor
Aviation's lease agreement, to include wording relating to responsibilities for remedial action in the
event of a release or disposition of a hazardous substance not caused by Sky Harbor. Refer to
Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
m. Transportation Systems Division submits proposed Addendum #2 to CAG-97-047, agreement with
Kato & Warren, Inc. for the Oakesdale Ave. SW project (SW 19th to 31st Streets) for$75,890 in
additional work obtaining necessary base maps and permits. Refer to Transportation Committee.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
Letter from Tom Brown, Land Development Manager for Centex Homes, 2320 - 130th Ave. NE, Suite
#200, Bellevue, 98005, requesting reimbursement in the amount of$82,603.14 (plus tax) for oversizing
required by the City on the East Renton Interceptor. Refer to Utilities Committee.
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the
chairman if further review is necessary.
a. Finance Committee: 'Vouchers
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ordinance for second and final reading:
Vacating a portion of Oakesdale Ave. SW (IBID Corporation, VAC-98-003; 1st reading 3/22/99)
11. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded
information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. EXECUTIVE SESSION(litigation)
14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 p.m.
1. Seattle Sounders' Business Plan
2. Legislative Update
CITY COUNCIL
April 5, 1999 City Clerk's Office
Referrals
CITY ATTORNEY AND INSURANCE SERVICES
Court case filed by AT&T Wireless Services v. Aberdeen et al. re: utility taxes on cellular phone usage
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Renton Community Foundation proposal
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Proposed fee reduction for the limited hydroplane race event on 4/24 and 4/25
Beach hours of operation
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Sale and removal of former Municipal Court modular structure
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Appeal re: Renton Technical College rezone from P-1 to IL (Light Industrial), R-95-099
Appeal re: Labrador Ventures residential development at 2700 Lk Wash Blvd, PP-98-141
Removal of restrictive covenants for Sarang Baptist Church
Removal of restrictive covenants for Root Short Plat (500 block of S. Tobin St.)
Letters from David Sager& Kim Browne re: Labrador Ventures appeal
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMMITTEE
Addendum to Sky Harbor Aviation's lease re: hazardous materials
Agreement with Kato & Warren for Oakesdale Ave. SW project (SW 19th to 31st)
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Request from Centex Homes for reimbursement of oversizing (East Renton Interceptor)
Proposed rule-making change re: solid waste issues by Washington Utilities & Transp. Commission
PUBLIC HEARING
4/12/99 —Zoning Code changes for Employment Area Valley Land Use Designation
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
April 5, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY
COUNCILMEMBERS CORMAN; TONI NELSON; BOB EDWARDS; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LARRY WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
MIKE WEBBY, Human Resources&Risk Management Administrator;
ABDOUL GAFOUR, Water Utility Supervisor; DEREK TODD,Finance
Analyst; CHIEF A. LEE WHEELER, Fire Department; CHIEF GARRY
ANDERSON, Police Department; DEPUTY CHIEF JOE PEACH, Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF MARCH 22, 1999 AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington announced that Renton City Clerk
Washington Municipal Clerks Marilyn J. Petersen was recently awarded the "President's Award of
�••• Association"President's Distinction" from the Washington Municipal Clerks Association. The award
Award of Distinction" was given for Ms. Petersen's outstanding work in the area of public relations,
specifically relating to Renton's cable television franchise. The award noted
that Ms. Petersen has been instrumental in improving the City's government
access channel and its programming quality.
Mr. Covington added that Ms. Petersen has always demonstrated high standards
and an outstanding command of the technical and operational aspects of her
position and its myriad functions. He particularly commended her for taking on
responsibility for the City's cable television franchise three years ago. Since
that time, Ms. Petersen directed the adoption of comprehensive
telecommunications legislation which will protect public rights-of-way and
other public and governmental interests. She also successfully renegotiated the
cable television franchise agreement, including tightened performance
requirements, and improved the administration of the cable complaint resolution
referral service.
Ms. Petersen thanked her staff and credited them for their outstanding efforts in
helping with the day-to-day operations of the government access channel.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items'noted
included:
The City's Victim Court Advocate now has two volunteers who send out
resource information to victims of domestic violence. They also perform
data entry to track incidents and statistics.
The Telephone Pioneers of Renton hosted a"beeper"egg hunt for over 50
visually impaired children at the Renton Senior Activity Center on April P
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* On April 2nd, a stop work order was placed on the City View Estates plat
located at Stevens Ave.NW and NW 2nd Pl.,based on non-compliance with
conditions related to final site restoration.
* A model produced by The Boeing Company explaining how businesses can
partner with cities to streamline the regulatory process has won an award
from the National Conference of States on Building Codes and Standards.
It was also selected for implementation by jurisdictions nationwide.
Public Works: Cedar River Gregg Zimmerman, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; said in
Overdredging response to recent local newspaper articles, Renton has known for a few months
that a portion of the lower Cedar River was over-excavated by the Army Corps
of Engineers last summer. The mistake came to light in November when
Renton performed a series of survey cross-sections across the river to evaluate
the job that had been done. The survey revealed that the over-dredging was up
to a depth of four feet in some places.
Mr. Zimmerman emphasized that, during the actual construction, the City of
Renton was not involved in the management of the project or in its quality
control. All of the responsibility for this belongs to the Army Corps of
Engineers. Since the mistake was discovered, Renton has been meeting with
the Corps of Engineers to determine what the potential impacts might be and
what mitigation, if any,will be required.
Continuing,Mr. Zimmerman explained that the over-dredging has affected the
riverbed north of the Williams Ave.bridge and perhaps all the way up to I-405,
as evidenced by a significant subsidence of the bottom in some areas. This, in
turn, may have been detrimental to the 1998 sockeye run, since the salmon
began to spawn soon after the dredging work was completed but before the
upper reach of the river began to subside.
Contrary to assertions made in the media, Mr. Zimmerman said Renton does not
believe that the fish habitat has been damaged. In fact, he expected that next
year's run will return to normal levels. He noted that last winter's weather
conditions would have resulted in a significant attrition of fish redds (nests) at
any rate, since flow levels exceeded 3,000 cubic feet per second on several
occasions.
Responding to Councilman Clawson, Mr. Zimmerman said although the City
had originally proposed a 10-foot deep dredge, this would have created"lake-
like"conditions which are not suitable for salmon spawning. The fish appear to
prefer more shallow water, and the Cedar should continue to provide good
spawning grounds.
Mr. Zimmerman concluded that Renton will work hard to ensure,when future
maintenance dredges are performed,that this kind of mistake does not occur
again.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11th Pl., Renton, 98056, suggested that the City look at
Citizen Comment: Evans— whether marked crosswalks could be installed in the vicinity of NE 10th and NE
Need for Additional 12th Street at Sunset Blvd. NE. He added that the intersection of Kirkland Ave.
Crosswalks on Sunset Blvd NE and Sunset Blvd., and the area between Kirkland Ave.NE and NE 10th
Street, can also be dangerous for pedestrians.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. At the request of Councilman Edwards, item 7.f. was removed for
separate consideration.
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Executive: Renton Community Executive Department reported activities relating to the creation of a
Foundation Proposalcommunity foundation to provide resources and assistance to Renton
organizations and groups. Refer to Committee of the Whole.
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CAG: 99-018,Airport Control City Clerk reported bid opening on 3/02/99 for CAG-99-018, Airport Control
Tower HVAC Improvement, Tower HVAC Improvement; two bids; engineer's estimate$83,604; and
Design Air, Ltd. submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,Design
Air, Ltd., in the amount of$95,253.06 (project budget is $102,000). Council
concur.
Appeal: Renton Technical City Clerk reported appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision approving the City-
College Rezone from P-1 to initiated rezone of Renton Technical College from Public Use (P-1)to Light
IL, R-95-099 Industrial(IL); appeal filed by Dr. Robert C. Roberts on 3/11/99 (File No. R-
95-099). Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
Appeal: Labrador Ventures City Clerk reported appcal of Hearing Examiner's decision regarding the
Residential Development at request from Labrador Ventures for a preliminary plat, variance and rezone at
2700 Lk Wash Blvd, PP-98- 2700 Lake Washington Blvd. N.; appeal filed by James V. Handmacher on
141 3/16/99 (File No. PP-98-141). Refer to Planning&Development Committee.
Parks: Hydroplane Race Fee Community Services Department recommended reducing,by half, fees
Reduction associated with the 1999 limited hydroplane race to be held at Gene Coulon
Memorial Beach Park on April 24th and 25th. Refer to Community Services
Committee.
Parks: Municipal Court Community Services Department reported interest from three cities in the
Modular Building, Sale & modular building formerly used for the Municipal Court at 200 Mill Ave. S.,
Removal and recommended that they be invited to bid on the purchase of this structure
(including its removal and site restoration). Refer to Finance Committee.
CRT: 99-005, AT&T Wireless Court Case filed in King County Superior Court by AT&T Wireless Services
Services v. Aberdeen et al. regarding possible improper charges of utility taxes levied by Renton and 80
other Washington jurisdictions for cellular phone users. Refer to City Attorney
and Insurance Services.
Development Services: Development Services Division recommended approval of the request from
Restrictive Covenants Sarang Batist Church to remove restrictive covenants imposed on the subject
Removal, Sarang Baptist site(at NE 12th St. and Edmonds Ave.NE) in 1978 as they are no longer
Church relevant to present conditions on or surrounding the site. Refer to Planning&
Development Committee.
Development Services: Development Services Division recommended approval of a request from
Restrictive Covenants Markham C. Hurd, 7018 - 127th Pl. SE,Newcastle, 98056, that a restrictive
Removal, Root Short Plat(500 covenant imposed on properties located at 500 and 504 S. Tobin St. in 1988 be
Block of S. Tobin) removed as it is no longer necessary. Refer to Planning &Development
Committee.
Fire: Ladder Truck Purchase, Fire Department requested authorization to purchase a 95-foot aerial platform
Emergency One ladder truck from Emergency One at a cost of$716,000, and recommended that
$66,000 in Fire Mitigation Funds be applied to this purchase. Council concur.
Lease: Sky Harbor Aviation, Transportation Division recommended approval of Addendum#8 to LAG-84-
LAG-84-006(Addendum re 006, Sky Harbor Aviation's lease agreement, to include wording relating to
Hazardous Materials) responsibilities for remedial action in the event of a release or disposition of a
hazardous substance not caused by Sky I larbor. Refer to Transportation
(Aviation) Committee.
Streets: Oakesdale Ave SW Transportation Systems Division submitted proposed contract with Kato&
(19th to 31st), Kato&Warren, Warren, Inc. for the Oakesdale Ave. SW project(SW 19th to 31st Streets) for
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CAG-99- $75,890 in additional work obtaining necessary base maps and permits. Refer
to Transportation Committee. ri
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 7.f. FOR -
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration Community Services Department recommended the following hours of
Item 7.f. operation for Renton's beaches: until 8:00 p.m. from 6/19 to 8/13, and until
Parks: Beach Hours of 7:00 p.m. from 8/14 until the end of the swimming season on 9/06.
Operation Mike Webby,Human Resources&Risk Management Administrator,explained
that the City's new claims administrator,the Washington Cities Insurance
Authority,has advised Renton to close its parks at dusk and not keep its
beaches open past sunset during twilight hours. Mr. Webby explained that
shadows fall onto the water in the evening,making it more difficult for
lifeguards to properly patrol the areas.
Councilman Edwards pointed out that the table showing times of sunset and
twilight uses Standard Time,yet as of last weekend,our area is now on
Daylight Saving Time. Thus the times for sunset and twilight will actually be
one hour later than shown. Mr. Edwards added that the visibility distance in
the lake water is not comparable to that of a pool at any time, dusk or not.
Councilman Corman said in the past, it has been understood by parks patrons
that if they choose to swim when no lifeguard is on duty, they do so at their
own risk. Mr. Webby replied that Council will be asked to consider keeping
the beach gates locked when no lifeguard is on duty, and further controlling the
sites with additional police surveillance to deter off-hours swimmers.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Tom Brown,Land Development Manager for
Citizen Comment: Brown— Centex Homes,2320 - 130th Ave.NE, Suite#200,Bellevue, 98005,requesting
Oversizing Reimbursement on reimbursement in the amount of$82,603.14 (plus tax) for oversizing required
East Renton Interceptor by the City on the East Renton Interceptor. MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE
UTILITIES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Sager— Correspondence was read from David Sager, 1025 N. 28th Pl.,Renton, 98056,
Labrador Ventures stating that the Hearing Examiner's decision regarding the proposed
Development(Lk Wash Blvd) development by Labrador Ventures(see previous page)was correct, and
encouraging Council's concurrence with that decision. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,COUNCIL REFER
THESE LETTERS TO THE PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Browne— Correspondence was read from Kim Browne, 1003 N. 28th Pl.,Renton, 98056,
Labrador Ventures agreeing fully with the Hearing Examiner's decisions and recommendations on
Development(Lk Wash Blvd) the Labrador Ventures development,and asking that his findings be given
considerable weight when Council considers this appeal. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
Finance Committee of Claim Vouchers 169006 169497, and two wire transfers totaling
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Finance: Vouchers $1,975,354.77; and Payroll Vouchers 165724- 165981 and 522 direct deposits
in the total amount of$1,316,202.80 (April 5, 1999). MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
HR&RM: Employee Cellular Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler reiterated her request that the Administration
Phone Service Contract consider soliciting bids or proposals for employee cellular phone service, since
competitive rates are available.
ORDINANCES AND The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
RESOLUTIONS
Ordinance#4775 An ordinance was read vacating a portion of Oakesdale Ave. SW from SR-405
Vacation: Oakesdale Ave SW, to SW Grady Way (IBID Corporation, VAC-98-003). MOVED BY
I-405 to SW Grady Way(IBID KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
Corp., VAC-98-003) ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler referred to correspondence between the City
Transportation: Alley and Richard Walsh, 2609 NE 6th Pl., who requested assistance in maintaining
Condition at(Request for City the alley behind his home. Gregg Zimmerman,Planning/Building/Public
Repair) Works Administrator, stated that the City has agreed to deliver a load of gravel
to the alley,which the residents will spread themselves.
Saying this would be an excellent resolution to the situation, Mrs. Keolker-
Wheeler added that this type of problem would be suitable for the City's future
neighborhood grants program.
Solid Waste: Proposed WUTC MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
Rule-Making Change COUNCIL REFER THE WASHINGTON UTILITIES &TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION'S PROPOSED RULE-MAKING CHANGE ON SOLID
WASTE ISSUES TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL RECESS
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 60 MINUTES TO DISCUSS
POTENTIAL LITIGATION. CARRIED. Time: 8:33 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:33 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:34 p.m.
MARILYWJ. PUERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
April 5, 1999
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEE'T'ING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 5, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 4/12 Renton Community Foundation Status
(Parker) 7:00 p.m. Report
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 4/06 Juvenile Court Diversion Program;
(Nelson) 3:00 p.m. Human Rights & Affairs Commission
Appointment;
Neighborhood Program Grants;
Beach Hours of Operation;
Hydroplane Race Fee Reduction
FINANCE MON., 4/12 Vouchers
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT THURS., 4/08 Valley Zoning Code Amendments;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Removal of Restrictive Covenants:
1) Root Short Plat
2) Sarang Baptist Church
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 4/06 Bird Danger at Airport;
(Corman) 4:00 p.m. Sky Harbor Lease Amendment;
Contract for Design of Oakesdale Ave.
SW, Next Phase
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
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AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
tow April 12, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 5, 1999
4. PROCLAMATION: Days of Remembrance—April 11 to 18, 1999
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) Award
6. PUBLIC HEARING:
Proposed amendments to the Commercial Arterial (CA), Commercial Office (CO), Light Industrial (IL),
Medium Industrial (IM), and Heavy Industrial (IH) zoning designations within the Employment Area
Valley Comprehensive Plan designation, adding an expanded range of uses to these zones, and
proposing city-wide housekeeping amendments which will change processing requirements or
conditions on uses.
7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
8. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is
allowed five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience
comment period later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
9. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department submits proposed 1999
Comprehensive Plan amendments (five map amendments and two text amendments), along with a
recommendation to revise the Comprehensive Plan review process to create a preliminary review
process and new filing deadlines. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
b. Fife Department recommends approval of an interlocal agreement with the King County Police
Marine Patrol Division concerning the use of marine rescue equipment and personnel. Refer to
Public Safety Committee.
c. Fire Department recommends approval of an interlocal agreement with the City of Bellevue to
provide mutual aid for confined space and emergency dive team rescue services. Refer to Public
Safety Committee.
d. Fire Department recommends approval of an interlocal agreement with Pierce County and the Puget
Sound Urban Search and Rescue Task Force relating to the City of Renton's participation in the
Task Force. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
e. Fire Department recommends approval of an interlocal agreement titled "Public Works Emergency
Response Mutual Aid Agreement" which outlines the City's ability to coordinate resources and
maximize funding reimbursement during disasters or other emergencies. Refer to Public Safety
Committee.
f. Planning/Building/Public Works Department requests authorization to rent generators for
emergency power for the City's water facilities in the event of a regional power outage, and to
design and install required electrical upgrades to the pump stations. The $140,000 cost will be
funded from the 1999 Water Utility Operating Fund budget. Refer to Utilities Committee.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
its
10. CORRESPONDENCE
11. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the
chairman if further review is necessary. I
a. Committee of the Whole: Renton Community Foundation vow
b. Community Services Committee: Juvenile Court Diversion Program; Human Rights & Affairs
Commission Appointment; Neighborhood Program Grants; Beach Hours of Operation; Hydroplane
Race Fee Reduction
c. Finance Committee: Vouchers; Sale of former Municipal Court modular building*
d. Planning & Development Committee: Removal of restrictive covenants for Sarang Baptist Church
&Root Short Plat
e. Transportation (Aviation) Committee: Bird Danger at Airport; Sky Harbor lease amendment;
Contract for design of Oakesdale Ave. SW (next phase)
12. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Declaring the Municipal Court modular building to be surplus & authrozing its sale (see I l.c.)
Ordinance for first reading:
Creating a Centers Residential Demonstration District overlay in the Center Suburban and Center
Neighborhood zones (Council approved via Planning & Development Committee report on 3/08/99)
Ordinance for first reading and advancement to second and final readinv-:
East Renton Plateau annexation zoning
13. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded
information)
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14. AUDIENCE COMMENT
15. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
* 7:00 p.m.*
Renton Community Foundation Status Report
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Referrals
ADMINISTRATION
Removal of restrictive covenant for Sarang Baptist Church
Removal of restrictive covenant for Root Short Plat (500 block of S. Tobin)
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Request from Herb Postlewait, 3805 Park Ave. N., 98056, for full support of Piazza Renton
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Letters from Andrew Duffus & Cindy Leavitt re: Issaquah School District impact fees
MAYOR & CITY CLERK
Agreement with Kato & Warren re: engineering services for Oakesdale Ave. SW (19th to 31st Streets)
Addendum to lease with Sky Harbor Aviation(LAG-84-006) re: hazardous materials
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
1999 Comprehensive Plan amendments & changes to review process
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
�... Interlocal agreements for: confined space & emergency dive team services; marine rescue equipment &
personnel; Puget Sound Urban Search & Rescue Task Force; and public works emergency response mutual
aid
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Rental of generator for emergency power to the City's water facilities
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Centers Residential Demonstration Overlay District— 1st reading 4/12/99
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
April 12, 1999 Council Chambers "so
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY
COUNCILMEMBERS CORMAN; BOB EDWARDS; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL EXCUSE
ABSENT COUNCILMEMBERS TONI NELSON AND DAN CLAWSON.
CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; MIKE WEBBY,Human Resources& Risk Management
Administrator; GAIL REED,Airport Director; BETTY NOKES, Economic
Development Director; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator;
MICHAEL KATTERMANN,Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning;
VICTORIA RUNKLE, Finance& Information Services Administrator;
SANDRA MEYER,Transportation Systems Director; DENNIS CULP,
Facilities Director; DEREK TODD,Finance Analyst; REBECCA LIND, Senior
Planner; PATRICIA BENSON, Recreation Supervisor; JOE ARMSTRONG,
Civil Engineer; COMMANDER KEVIN MILOSEVICH,Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF APRIL 5, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the week of April 11 to
Days of Remembrance— April 18, 1999, to be "Days of Remembrance" in the City of Renton in memory
April 11 —18, 1999 of the victims of the Holocaust, its survivors and their liberators, and urging
that all Renton citizens strive to overcome intolerance and indifference through
learning and remembrance. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION
AS READ. CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Victoria Runkle,Finance&Information Services Administrator, announced
Finance: Financial Reporting that Renton has once again won an award for its Comprehensive Annual
Awards(CAFR and GFOA) Financial Report as well as an award from the Governmental Finance Officers
Association for the City's budget. Explaining that these awards signify that the
City's financial documents are readable and understandable, she introduced the
staff members who ensure the integrity of these documents, as follows:
Paul Kusakabe,Fiscal Services Director; Rich Richmire, Fiscal Services
Manager; Gina Jarvis, Accountant; Linda Honeycutt, Senior Finance Analyst;
Debbie Scott,Finance Analyst; and Phil Ramon, Finance Analyst.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Zoning: Employment Area accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
Valley Zoning Changes to consider proposed amendments to the Commercial Arterial (CA),
Commercial Office (CO), Light Industrial (IL), Medium Industrial (IM),and
Heavy Industrial (IH)zoning designations within the Employment Area Valley
Comprehensive Plan designation, adding an expanded range of uses to these
zones, and proposing city-wide housekeeping amendments which will change
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processing requirements or conditions on uses.
Rebecca Lind, Senior Planner, explained that the amendments will allow a wide
array of commercial and office uses in the industrial and office designations in
am the Valley area. Although most would be in the form of secondary uses
(subject to conditions), some would be limited to either administrative
conditional uses or Hearing Examiner conditional uses. If approved, the
majority of Commercial Arterial uses and Commercial Office uses would be
allowed without rezoning property or making existing industrial uses non-
conforming.
Continuing,Ms. Lind said that staff recommends that development standards
for any new uses should retain those of the mapped zone. For example, a
commercial or office use allowed in a heavy industrial area would conform to
industrial coverage, setback, and height standards. This would provide
consistent street appearance and site planning conditions for all affected areas.
The Planning Commission supported the overall recommendation but was
concerned about the area between SW 10h St., south of I-405. The
Commission considered this a major entry into Renton, and suggested that any
new uses allowed here should have a gateway stature.
Ms. Lind added that the changes are proposed to add additional flexibility to
the range of uses already permitted in the Valley. The goal is to ensure that
development and redevelopment activity be determined by private market
conditions rather than zoning code constraints. The changes should attract
more retail, service and office uses to this area which will continue to diversify
and strengthen the City's tax base.
Ms. Lind concluded that the proposed housekeeping amendments will eliminate
duplicate uses and procedures by changing processing requirements or
conditions on uses in various zones city-wide.
Responding to Councilman Parker, Mayor Tanner explained that Renton has
been moving toward phasing much of the Valley area from industrial to
commercial use over the last several years.
Mr. Parker emphasized that the City should be market responsive. Given that
heavy industrial uses are,by choice, likely to locate somewhere rather than
Renton's Valley area,he wondered why the City should zone for this use.
Councilman Corman agreed,noting that Renton already has a great deal of
heavy industrial zoning for Boeing and PACCAR.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler noted that the issue is complicated by several
factors, one being that a large parcel in the Valley is heavily contaminated, and
another the presence of significant wetlands in this area.
Mike Kattermann,Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning,
commented that the proposal before Council this evening retains industrial
zoning for much of the Valley so that currently existing industrial uses are not
made non-conforming.
Audience comment was invited.
Jon Cheetham, 21102 Snag Island Dr. E., Sumner, WA, 98390, said while he
fully supported the proposed changes, he was concerned that the north/south
.,� boundary not be drawn at SW 16th Street. Explaining that he owns a parcel at
208 SW 16`h which he has improved and leased to a nearby auto dealership, he
said this use is compatible with what the City is trying to accomplish and
therefore should not be ruled out as an allowed use.
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There being no further audience comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS,COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
Ms. Lind noted that this item is currently in the Planning&Development wo
Committee where it will remain pending continued deliberations and a
recommendation to the full Council.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• New to the City's website is a comprehensive guide to Renton's park
system with a directory linking to many of the parks, describing amenities,
giving driving directions and providing picnic shelter reservation
information.
• The Renton Community Center will celebrate its 10th anniversary on April
14th with food, entertainment and demonstrations.
• All of the paving and sidewalk construction has been completed on Logan
Ave. between S. 2nd and 3rd Streets, and the street trees will soon be
planted. The street should be open to traffic by Friday,April 15th.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Herb Postlewait, 3805 Park Ave.N.,Renton, 98056,urged the City to fully
Citizen Comment: Postlewait support Piazza Renton,the volunteer organization which has been working for
—Piazza Renton,Request for a number of years to improve the image and economic climate of downtown
Support Renton by promoting the creation of a downtown piazza, or meeting place. Mr.
Postlewait said while this organization has spent many hours and hundreds of
donated dollars in this endeavor, it needs the City to provide full financial
backing, personal involvement, and proactive boosterism.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Comprehensive Plan: 1999 Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department
Amendments& Change in submitted proposed 1999 Comprehensive Plan amendments(five map
Review Process amendments and two text amendments), along with a recommendation to revise
the Comprehensive Plan review process to create a preliminary review process
and new filing deadlines. Refer to Planning&Development Committee.
Fire: Marine Rescue Fire Department recommended approval of an interlocal agreement with the
Agreement,King County King County Police Marine Patrol Division concerning the use of marine
Marine Patrol Division rescue equipment and personnel. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
Fire: Confined Space & Dive Fire Department recommended approval of an interlocal agreement with the
Team Rescue Services, City of City of Bellevue to provide mutual aid for confined space and emergency dive
Bellevue team rescue services. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
Fire: Puget Sound Urban Fire Department recommended approval of an interlocal agreement with Pierce
Search&Rescue Task Force County and the Puget Sound Urban Search and Rescue Task Force relating to no
(Renton Participation) the City of Renton's participation in the Task Force. Refer to Public Safety
Committee.
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Fire: Emergency Response Fire Department recommended approval of an interlocal agreement titled
Mutual Aid Agreements "Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreement"which outlines
the City's ability to coordinate resources and maximize funding reimbursement
during disasters or other emergencies. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
Public Works: Generator Planning/Building/Public Works Department requested authorization to rent
Rental for Emergency Power generators for emergency power for the City's water facilities in the event of a
to Water Facilities regional power outage, and to design and install required electrial upgrades to
the pump stations. Refer to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Andrew Duffus, 1084 Kirkland Ave.NE,
Citizen Comment: Duffus— Renton, 98056 and from Cindy Leavitt, 5303 NE 22nd Ct., Renton, 98059,
Issaquah School District supporting the request from the Issaquah School District that Renton impose
Impact Fees impact fees on its behalf for newly-developed properties under the joint
Citizen Comment: Leavitt— jurisdiction of itself and Renton. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
Issaquah School District CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THESE LETTERS TO THE FINANCE
Impact Fees COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Transportation(Aviation)Committee Chair Corman presented a report
Transportation (Aviation] regarding Airport bird harassment activities. After careful consideration of all
Committee alternatives,the Committee recommended that the City Council:
Airport: Wildlife(Fowl) 1. Authorize a contract with the U.S. Department of Agriculture for up to 60
Hazards, Agreement with US days of initial bird control activities consisting of: intensive hazing of gulls,
Dept of Agriculture Canada geese and other birds with pyrotechnics, vehicular harassment, and
r „ other non-lethal methods.
2. Authorize the removal of gulls and Canada geese which are non-respondent
to non-lethal methods using pellet guns, shotguns, trapping, alpha-chloralose
(an FDA-regulated sedative), and other humane methods deemed effective
under the circumstances by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Airport
staff.
3. Authorize the establishment of a bird harassment program and the hiring of
up to three part-time employees at an annual cost not to exceed$68,000 for
continued bird harassment activities through 1999; and
4. Authorize the transfer of$81,000 from the Airport's unobligated fund
balance for employee wages,program-related supplies and materials, and the
contract with the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilman Corman explained that the bird population control measures to be
undertaken at the Airport are more intense than those elsewhere in the City
because birds at the Airport pose a real danger rather than just an
inconvenience.
Streets: Oakesdale Ave SW Transportation (Aviation)Committee Chair Corman presented a report
(19th to 31st), Kato&Warren, recommending that Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a
CAG-99- new consultant agreement in the amount of$75,890 with Kato and Warren, Inc.
r.. for engineering services for the Oakesdale Ave. SW extension project(phase
1B and 2, SW 19th to 31st Streets) that will include work on necessary
surveying,base mapping and acquired permits. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
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COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Lease: Sky Harbor Aviation, Transportation(Aviation) Committee Chair Corman presented a report
LAG-84-006(Addendum re recommending that Council:
Hazardous Materials) 1. Approve addendum#8-99 to LAG-84-006, Sky Harbor Aviation's lease, Now
modifying the lease agreement to include wording with regard to hazardous
substances,comparable to recent leases; and
2. Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the addendum.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending
Parks: Municipal Court concurrence in the staff recommendation to surplus the modular building
Modular Building, Declare as formerly used as the Municipal Courthouse, and to offer this building for sale
Surplus& Sale to interested municipalities. The Committee further recommended that the
resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 126 for resolution.)
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
of Claim Vouchers 169498 - 169888 and two wire transfers in the total amount
of$3,183,837.60. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Vice Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report regarding beach hours of operation. After reviewing the hours and
Parks: Beach Hours of policies of other Puget Sound cities, and sunset tables for this area, the
Operation Community Services Committee recommended that the City's beaches close
for swimming at 8:00 p.m. These hours reflect no change from past seasons.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Councilman Edwards expressed disappointment with the committee's
recommendation,noting that the sun does not set until around 9:00 p.m. in the
month of July. He said the City should allow for some flexibility in extending
swimming hours on warm, high-use evenings, especially considering that
Henry Moses Pool is no longer available.
Councilman Corman agreed, suggesting that councilmembers may want to
revisit this issue in July after personally viewing the lighting conditions for
themselves. Any change to the beach hours could then be considered for next
season.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Municipal Court: Juvenile Community Services Committee Vice Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Court Conference Diversion report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve use
Committee,Use of of the Renton Municipal Court courtrooms by the Renton Juvenile Court
Courtrooms Conference Division Committee.
The Committee has been searching for a suitable venue in which to hold their
diversion conferences since 1995. Their requests of the City are relatively
modest and appear workable.
Diversion conferences will be held weekly on Monday evenings and on the
second and fourth Thursdays of each month as necessary. Municipal Court
courtrooms one and two will be used from 6:15 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Upon
occasion,the committee may have to wait for Renton Municipal Court
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activities to conclude before occupying the courtrooms. Up to six cases will be
heard per evening. Present will be seven committee persons,the juvenile
subject of each case and his or her parents.
In the past 15 years there have been no incidents at Conference Committee
hearings that have caused concern for the safety of the participants or the
facility. However, to ensure integrity of Court records and office areas, doors
to spaces other than courtrooms one and two and the public lobby and
restrooms will be secured. It is further recommended that access by the
Juvenile Court Diversion Committee be granted beginning approximately June
1, 1999 but not until remainder of the Renton Police Department is moved to
the new City Hall in order to ensure a consistent police presence on the
premises. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Appointment: Human Rights Community Services Committee Vice Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
and Affairs Commission report recommending concurrence in the Mayor's appointment of Edythe
Gandy to the Human Rights and Affairs Commission for a two-year term
expiring 4/25/2001. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Planning& Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Committee regarding the request for removal of a restrictive covenant relating to the Clark,
Development Services: Boyden&Kauzlarich rezone. The Committee recommended concurrence with
Restrictive Covenants the staff recommendation to authorize the removal of a restrictive covenant that
Removal, Root Short Plat(500 was required as a condition of the rezone of the subject property to B-1
Block of S.Tobin) (Business Use) in 1988. The covenant required site plan review for any
development on the property. The site was subsequently rezoned from B-1 to
R-8 (single family residential) in 1993, thereby eliminating the need for site
plan review. The covenant unduly encumbers the subject property and
therefore the Committee recommended allowing the applicants to proceed with
removing the restrictive covenant from the land title.
The Committee recommended that the City Council authorize the
Administration to prepare documents for the removal of the restrictive
covenant. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Development Services: Planning &Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Restrictive Covenants regarding the request for removal of a restrictive covenant relating to the
Removal, Sarang Baptist TurnerBanchero rezone. The Committee recommended concurrence with the
Church staff recommendation to authorize the removal of three restrictive covenants
that were required as a condition of the rezone of the subject property in July,
1979. The covenants required: 1) a ten foot wide landscape screen along the
west property line at least six feet in height, and dense enough to constitute an
effective sight screen; 2) a 50 foot wide landscape screen along the north
property line at least six feet in height, and dense enough to constitute an
effective sight screen, and 3) a fnaximum building height of 40 feet. The
covenants unduly encumber the subject property and therefore the Committee
recommended allowing the applicants to proceed with removing the restrictive
covenants from the land title.
%WO The Committee further recommended that the City Council authorize the
Administration to cooperate in the preparation of documents for removal of the
restrictive covenants. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
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CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS .no
Resolution#3385 A resolution was read authorizing the sale of the former Municipal Court
Parks: Municipal Court building as surplus equipment. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
Modular Building, Sale& EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
Removal CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading:
Zoning: Centers Residential An ordinance was read amending Title IV,Development Regulations, of City
Demonstration Overlay Code by creating a Centers Residential Demonstration Overlay District within
District the Center Suburban(CS) and Center Neighborhood(CN)zones, establishing a
modification process within the District, and amending residential use
provisions in the Commercial Arterial(CA) zone. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 4/19/99.
CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and advanced to
second and final reading:
Annexation: East Renton An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately
Plateau Zoning 193 acres located north and south of SE 128`h St. from Renton's city limits to
152nd Ave. SE, if extended, to Residential - 5 Dwelling Units per Acre (R-5),
Residential - 8 Dwelling Units per Acre (R-8), Residential - 10 Dwelling Units
per Acre (R-10), and Convenience Commercial (CC) for the East Renton
Plateau Annexation Area. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
EDWARDS, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND
AND FINAL READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4776 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Annexation: East Renton MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT
Plateau Zoning THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES.' CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Councilman Corman commented that Renton's deliberations over the issue of
Finance: Issaquah School imposing impact fees for the Issaquah School District have not centered on
District Impact Fees whether to impose such fees,but rather on the amount to be assessed. He noted
that the School District is requesting a much higher fee per house than was
previously charged, prompting Renton to seek information on the justification
for the higher fees before making a final decision.
Transportation: Accidents at Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler requested information on the accident rate at
4`"&Wells; Parking in Front S. 01 St. and Wells Ave. S. in the downtown. She also relayed information
of Downtown Post Office from a citizen stating that people have received parking tickets for parking in
the"motorcycle only" space in front of the downtown post office,when in fact,
the cars had been legally parked behind the motorcycle-designated space. She
wanted to know what the City's enforcement policy is on this matter,noting
that the paint lines delineating these parking spaces are not well-marked.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: m.
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Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold MARIL J. TERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
April 12, 1999
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 12, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 4/19 CANCELLED
(Parker)
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 4/19 Vouchers;
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m. Issaquah School District Impact Fees
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT WEDS., 4/14 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m.
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 4/19 Interlocal Agreements for: Confined
(Schlitzer) 6:00 p.m. Space & Emergency Dive Team
Services; Marine Rescue Equipment &
Personnel; Puget Sound Urban Search &
Rescue Task Force; and Public Works
Emergency Response Mutual Aid
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Corman)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
"MONO
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
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AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
April 19, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 12, 1999
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
5. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is
allowed five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience
comment period later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk reports bid opening on 4/12/99 for CAG-99-038, EW-3 Well Drilling project; two bids;
engineer's estimate $66,142.83; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the low
bidder, Holt Drilling, Inc., in the total amount of$52,030.26. Council concur.
b. Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends a public
hearing be set on 5/03/99 for the second and final public hearing on the proposed R-8 zoning for the
Davis Annexation area; 3.8 acres located in the vicinity of 132nd Ave. SE (Union Ave. NE) and NE
26th Street. Council concur.
c. Economic Development, Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department recommends a public
hearing be set on 5/03/99 on the Smith Annexation's 60% Petition to Annex and proposed zoning;
12 acres located east of Hoquiam Ave. NE (142nd Ave. SE) and generally between SE 113th and
116th Streets. Council concur.
d. Transportation Division submits request from Sky Harbor Aviation that their lease be assigned to
South Cove Ventures, a limited liability company (LAG-84-006). Refer to Transportation
(Aviation) Committee.
e. Wastewater Utility Division recommends approval of a contract in the amount of$61,918 with
Hammond, Collier& Wade—Livingstone Associates, Inc. for topographic survey and base
mapping on the Thunder Hills sanitary sewer access road repair project. Council concur.
7. CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter from John Wayland, Trammell Crow Residential, 4010 Lake Washington Blvd. NE, Suite
330, Kirkland, 98033, stating that the company has withdrawn its pending appeal relating to the
Tamaron Pointe Apartments project at 2100 Lake Washington Blvd. (SA-98-123).
b. Letter from Eric C. Evans, Centex Homes, 2320 - 130th Ave. NE, Suite#200, Bellevue, 98005,
requesting creation of a latecomer's agreement so adjacent properties will be required to share in
the cost of extending a 24-inch sanitary sewer in SE 128th St., which Centex Homes is installing for
the Windwood Subdivision at the requirement of the City. Refer to Utilities Committee.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
S. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the
chairman if further review is necessary.
a. Finance Committee: Vouchers; Issaquah School District impact fees
�,... b. Public Safety Committee: Interlocal agreements* for: confined space & emergency dive team
services; Marine rescue equipment &personnel; Puget Sound Urban Search & Rescue Task Force;
and Public Works emergency response mutual aid
9. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions:
a. Agreement with Bellevue for confined space & emergency dive team services (see 8.b.)
b. Agreement with King County for marine rescue equipment & personnel (see 8.b.)
c. Agreement re: Renton's participation in the Puget Sound Urban Search & Rescue Task Force
(see 8.b.)
d. Agreement for public works emergency response mutual aid (see 8.b.)
Ordinances for first reading:
a. Allowing the use of air guns for control of migratory birds at the Municipal Airport (Council
approved via Transportation(Aviation) Committee report on 4/12/99)
b. Pierre Grady Way rezone (approved by Council via Planning & Development Committee report
adopted 3/15/99)
Ordinance for second and final reading:
Creating a Centers Residential Demonstration District overlay in the Center Suburban and Center
Neighborhood zones (1st reading 4/12/99)
10. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded
information)
11. AUDIENCE COMMENT
12. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
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Referrals
FIRE CHIEF
Agreement with Bellevue for confined space & dive team rescue services
Agreement with King County Marine Patrol Division for marine rescue equipment & personnel
Agreement re: Renton's participation in the Puget Sound Urban Search &Rescue Task Force
Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreements
PLANNING COMMISSION
1999 Comprehensive Plan amendments
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMMITTEE
Sky Harbor Aviation lease assignment to South Cove Ventures
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Request from Centex Homes for a latecomer's agreement for the sanitary sewer in Windwood
MEN
ORDINANCES FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
Exception from air gun regulations for control of migratory birds — 1st reading 4/19/99
Pierre Grady Way rezone from CO to IM, R-98-126 — Ist reading 4/19/99
PUBLIC HEARINGS
5/03/99—Davis Annexation zoning(Union Ave NE&NE 26th St.) r
5/03/99 —Smith Annexation 60%Petition and zoning(Hoquiam Ave. NE&SE 113th St.)
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
60 April 19, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY
COUNCILMEMBERS CORMAN; TONI NELSON; BOB EDWARDS; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LARRY WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
SUSAN CARLSON, Economic Development Administrator; VICTORIA
RUNKLE, Finance&Information Services Administrator; DON ERICKSON,
Senior Planner; ABDOUL GAFOUR, Water Utility Supervisor; DEREK
TODD, Finance Analyst; CHIEF A. LEE WHEELER, Fire Department;
COMMANDER KATHLEEN MCCLINCY, Police Department.
PRESS Elizabeth Parker, Renton Reporter
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF APRIL 12, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
`,. programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• The City's Housing Repair Assistance Program recently responded to three
critical emergencies of families without water. The problems, caused by
broken underground water lines between meters and the houses,were
addressed in less than 24 hours.
• The U.S. Senior National Badminton Tournament was held at the
Community Center on April 15 th— 18`h, with over 150 participants traveling
from all over the country to compete.
• Renton's Fire Department is the first in the nation to use the newest
breathing apparatus which allows firefighters to recharge the equipment of
trapped or injured firefighters without compromising their respiratory
protection.
• The Puget Sound Special Investigators Association has donated a special
anti-auto theft system to Renton's Police Department. The system is
installed in a "bait car"which,when entered, alerts officers to its exact
whereabouts.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Claudia Donnelly, 10415 - 147`h Ave. SE, Renton, 98059, said her son and
Citizen Comment: Donnelly — daughter both attend Apollo Elementary School in the Issaquah School District,
Issaquah School District which is overcrowded. She supported full school impact fees for Issaquah as
Impact Fees she did not want her children to experience additional ill effects of
�... overcrowded schools. Ms. Donnelly wondered how Renton could refuse to
impose the full fee requested by Issaquah.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
SUSPEND ITS RULES AND ALLOW FOR THE READING OF THE
April 19, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 132
FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT ON THIS SUBJECT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending that
Finance: Issaquah School Council concur in the Administration's recommendation to impose school
District Impact Fees impact fees on new single-family residential development in the Renton portion
of the Issaquah School District, and more specifically, that:
1. The City adopt an ordinance to collect a school impact fee on behalf of the
Issaquah School District of$2,797 for all new single-family dwelling units
built within those portions of the District within Renton's municipal
boundaries;
2. The City enter into an interlocal agreement with the Issaquah School District
regarding collection of this fee; and
3. This school impact fee be reviewed in two years to consider whether to
adjust it.
(See page 133 for further discussion relating to the committee report.)
Citizen Comment: Leavitt — Cindy Leavitt, 5303 NE 22"d Ct.,Renton, 98059, said while her son attends
Issaquah School District Apollo Elementary, she believed that all children should be given due
Impact Fees consideration no matter which city or school district they live in. She disagreed
that the purchase price of the affected homes should have any bearing on the
amount of the mitigation fee,because the schools are impacted by the number
of children who attend them, not by the area's housing costs. She added that
the City of Newcastle has consented to charge the full amount requested by the
Issaquah School District.
Citizen Comment: Fletcher — Connie Fletcher, 18712 SE May Valley Way, Issaquah, spoke as president of
Issaquah School District the Issaquah School District Board, urging Renton to impose the full$6,100
Impact Fees impact fee on new homes within the school district's boundary. Emphasizing Now
that this number was calculated according to the actual cost of land acquisition
and construction for new schools, she noted that since King County already
charges this fee, any unincorporated land annexed to Renton will thus be
developed under a reduced rate. She asked that any projects currently in the
pipeline be grandfathered and charged the higher amount. Ms. Fletcher
claimed that, at full development, Renton's potential annexation area could
send up to 1,700 new students to the Issaquah School District.
Citizen Comment: Bernard — Mike Bernard, 565 NW Holly, Issaquah, also a board member of the Issaquah
Issaquah School District School District, noted his concurrence with the remarks expressed by Ms.
Impact Fees Fletcher.
Citizen Comment: Dougherty Donnell Dougherty, 14818 SE 113`h St.,Renton, 98059, spoke as a concerned
—Issaquah School District parent of a student attending Apollo Elementary. She questioned what the City
Impact Fees of Renton would do if the potential impact was not on the Issaquah School
District,but rather on Renton's.
Citizen Comment: Irons — David Irons, 3414- 260`h Ct. SE, Issaquah, stated that mitigation fees are used
Issaquah School District to positively impact school capacity in the areas where they are collected.
Impact Fees Emphasizing the importance of equity in this matter, he noted that Renton
imposes fire and park mitigation fees on new construction which it does not
base on the cost of the homes being built. He urged the City to consider the
future cost of providing quality education, and base its decision accordingly.
Citizen Comment: Wilcott — Everett Wilcott, 11830 - 164`h Ave. SE,Renton, pointed out that Renton's now
Issaquah School District School District's current levy costs homeowners $3.95 per thousand of
Impact Fees assessed valuation, while Issaquah's cost$4.95. He explained this is because
Issaquah has more students per assessed valuation than does Renton. He feared
April 19, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 133
that if the full impact fee is not charged now, Issaquah will be forced to ask for
an even higher charge later, depending on the number of new students and how
many new schools will be required. For example, development in the
Newcastle Highlands area has been grandfathered with a$1,100 fee while all
other new homes in Newcastle will be charged$6,100.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
CAG: 99-038, Emergency City Clerk reported bid opening on 4/12/99 for CAG-99-038, EW-3 Well
Well(EW-3)Drilling Project, Drilling project; two bids; engineer's estimate $66,142.83; and submitted staff
Holt Drilling recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, Holt Drilling, Inc., in
the total amount of$52,030.26. Council concur.
Annexation: Davis,Union Ave Economic Development,Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning Department
NE&NE 26`h St recommended a public hearing be set on 5/03/99 for the second and final public
hearing on the proposed R-8 zoning for the Davis Annexation area; 3.8 acres
located in the vicinity of 132nd Ave. SE (Union Ave. NE) and NE 26th Street.
Council concur.
Annexation: Smith,Hoquiam Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Department
Ave NE& SE 113`h St recommended a public hearing be set on 5/03/99 for the Smith Annexation's
60%Petition to Annex and proposed zoning; 12 acres located east of Hoquiam
Ave.NE (142nd Ave. SE)and generally between SE 113th and 116th Streets.
Council concur.
Lease: Sky Harbor Aviation Transportation Division submitted a request from Sky Harbor Aviation that its
Lease Assignment to South lease be assigned to South Cove Ventures, a limited liability company (LAG-
Cove Ventures,LAG-84-006 84-006). Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
Public Works: Thunder Hills Wastewater Utility Division recommended approval of a contract in the amount
Sanitary Sewer Access Road, of$61,918 with Hammond, Collier&Wade —Livingstone Associates, Inc. for
Hammond Collier&Wade topographic survey and base mapping on the Thunder Hills sanitary sewer
access road repair project. Council concur.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from John Wayland, Trammell Crow Residential,
Citizen Comment: Trammell 4010 Lake Washington Blvd.NE, Suite 330, Kirkland, 98033, stating that the
Crow Residential—Tamaron company has withdrawn its pending appeal related to the Tamaron Pointe
Pointe Apts Appeal Apartments project at 2100 Lake Washington Blvd. (SA-98-123).
(Withdrawal) MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL REMOVE THIS ITEM FROM THE PLANNING&
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE'S REFERRAL LIST. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Centex Correspondence was read from Eric C. Evans, Centex Homes, 2320 - 130th
Homes—Windwood Ave.NE, Suite#200, Bellevue, 98005,requesting creation of a latecomer's
Subdivision Latecomer's agreement so adjacent properties will be required to share in the cost of
Agreement extending a 24-inch sanitary sewer in SE 128th St., which Centex Homes is
installing for the Windwood Subdivision at the requirement of the City.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending that
.... Finance Committee Council concur in the Administration's recommendation to impose school
Finance: Issaquah School impact fees on new single-family residential development in the Renton portion
District Impact Fees of the Issaquah School District, and more specifically, that:
April 19, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 134
1. The City adopt an ordinance to collect a school impact fee on behalf of the
Issaquah School District of$2,797 for all new single-family dwelling units
built within those portions of the District within Renton's municipal
boundaries;
2. The City enter into an interlocal agreement with the Issaquah School District
regarding collection of this fee; and
3. This school impact fee be reviewed in two years to consider whether to
adjust it.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN,COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Councilman Corman emphasized that the committee exhaustively considered
and debated this issue. Saying that he was swayed by the arguments of the
Issaquah School District and interested citizens,he noted,however, that this
will be by far the largest single fee imposed by Renton and roughly equal to all
its other impact fees,taken together. Suggesting that the school district may
have failed to adequately plan for new growth in previous years,he pointed out
that the impact fee charged to Stonegate homeowners was much less than what
is being proposed now. He concluded that the fee recommended by the
Finance Committee is close to the figure originally proposed to Renton by the
school district; the new$6,100 fee represents a substantial increase over the
initial proposal.
Councilman Edwards added that in deliberating this issue,the committee
investigated the history of the Issaquah School District's growth and impact
fees. Although a majority of the school district's growth has been in the area of
the Sammamish Plateau, impact fees in that area were less than $2,000 until the
past year. It would not be fair, then, to impose a much greater impact fee on OWN
new construction in eastern Renton when the reason that many of the schools
are reaching capacity or are already overcrowded is because of growth in a
completely different area.
Referring to citizen testimony earlier this evening, Councilman Clawson
interpreted the residents to say that they would not mind paying a$6,100
impact fee for schools. Saying that housing prices are not affected so much by
school mitigation fees as by speculation and greed,he felt that the market
should be left free to decide whether or not people want to buy a house with a
$6,100 school impact fee.
*Saying he needed more time to consider this issue, it was MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL POSTPONE
ACTION ON THIS MATTER FOR ONE WEEK. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
of Payroll Vouchers 165982 - 166265, and 528 direct deposits in the total
amount of$1,327,924.95 (April 20, 1999). MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning&Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Committee regarding the 1999 Comprehensive Plan amendments. On April 14, 1999,the
Comprehensive Plan: 1999 Committee had a briefing on the 1999 Comprehensive Plan amendments and a
Amendments proposed change in the Comprehensive Plan amendment and review process. Now
The Committee recommended that the 1999 amendments be referred to the
Planning Commission for review and recommendation back to the Committee.
April 19, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 135
The proposed change in the Comprehensive Plan amendment cycle is retained
in the Planning and Development Committee for further review. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
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Solid Waste: Proposed WUTC Noting that on April 5`h, Council had referred the matter of the proposed
Rule-Making Change Washington Utilities&Transportion Committee's rule-making on solid waste
issues to the Utilities Committee, Mr. Clawson said the City has since learned
that this subject is not pertinent to Renton. MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL THEREFORE
REMOVE THIS MATTER FROM THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE'S
REFERRAL LIST. CARRIED.
Public Safety Committee Public Safety Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
Fire: Puget Sound Urban concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the interlocal agreement
Search&Rescue Task Force with Pierce County and the Puget Sound Urban Search and Rescue Task Force.
(Renton Participation) The Committee recommended that the Fire Chief be authorized to enter into a
Memorandum of Agreement and Addendum. The Committee further
recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading
and adoption. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See
page 137 for resolution.)
Fire: Emergency Response Public Safety Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
Mutual Aid Agreements concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve interlocal agreements that
outline the City's ability to coordinate resources and to maximize funding
reimbursement during disasters and emergencies. The Committee
recommended that the Fire Chief be authorized to enter into the Public Works
Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreements. The Committee further
r... recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading
and adoption. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See
page 137 for resolution.)
Fire: Confined Space&Dive Public Safety Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
Team Rescue Services, City of concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the interlocal agreement
Bellevue with Bellevue for confined space and emergency dive team services. The
Committee recommended that the Fire Chief be authorized to enter into an
agreement to provide mutual aid for confined space and emergency dive team
services with the City of Bellevue. The Committee further recommended that
the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 137 for
resolution.)
Fire: Marine Rescue Public Safety Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report recommending
Agreement,King County concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the interlocal agreement
Marine Patrol Division with King County Police Marine Patrol Division for the use of marine rescue
equipment and personnel. The Committee recommended that the Fire Chief be
authorized to enter into an Operational Statement of Understanding with the
King County Police Department. The Committee further recommended that
the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
buno CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 137 for
resolution.)
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April 19, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 136
Parks: Limited Hydroplane Councile President Parker referred to a request received by the City from Al
Races, Fee Reduction Request LaPointe, organizer of the limited hydroplane race event to be held at Gene
Coulon Memorial Beach Park on April 24 and 25, 1999. Mr. Parker explained
that Mr. LaPointe is concerned with the substantial increase in City fees over mod
the amount he was charged last year for this same event. The largest fee
appears to be related to the City's new requirement that a three-man fire engine
company be on site at a cost of$2,120. An emergency medical vehicle is also
required, which the Fire Department will supply for$1,320. Alternatively, the
organizer could contract with a private ambulance company for this service.
Saying that Mr. LaPointe's request for a 50%reduction in the fees is
reasonable,Mr. Parker suggested that the City approve this for the charges
associated with the Fire Department only. Under his proposal, the charges
associated with having police officers on site would remain the same.
Moved by Parker, seconded by Corman, Council approve the recommendation
of the Administration to reduce,by 50%,Fire Department fees associated with
City requirements for the limited hydroplane race event.*
Noting that this matter had been referred to the Community Services
Committee, Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler objected to how it was now
being taken up outside of the normal process. She explained that the committee
met on this subject not once but twice, and was concerned that the City not
subsidize the cost of the emergency services that the event organizers are
required to provide for their insurance company as well as for the safety of the
participants and spectators.
Councilmember Nelson added that when the committee met with Mr. LaPointe,
it was suggested that he investigate various alternatives for supplying the
necessary crowd control and emergency services himself rather than
contracting with the City. Mrs. Keolker-Wheeler gave a detail of these
suggestions,noting that the full cost of City contracted services for both days
would be $4,654.
Councilman Schlitzer emphasized that the permit for this event has already
been issued, and the race will be held as planned. He therefore felt that Council
action was not necessary this evening. Mr. Schlitzer added that even though
this is a non-profit event, many such others are held in Renton every year and
the City is not expected nor asked to subsidize their expenses.
Mayor Tanner explained that the recommendation to reduce the fees was based
on the fact that the City was not timely in notifying Mr. LaPointe of the
increased costs for the event this year. He did not object if Council wanted to
require full recovery of all costs.
*With the concurrence of Mr. Corman as seconder, Mr. Parker withdrew his
earlier motion on this subject.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,THE
LIMITED HYDROPLANE RACE BE CHARGED THE FULL COST OF
ANY CONTRACTED CITY SERVICE,WITH THE UNDERSTANDING
THAT THE ORGANIZER CAN REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT LATER IF
THE EMERGENCY SERVICES OR CROWD CONTROL SERVICES ARE
REDUCED. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions was presented for reading and adoption: 'r
RESOLUTIONS
April 19, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 137
Resolution#3386 A resolution was read authorizing the Fire Chief to enter into an agreement to
Fire: Confined Space &Dive provide mutual aid for confined space and emergency dive team services
Team Rescue Services, City of between the City of Bellevue and the City of Renton for confined space rescue
r. Bellevue and emergency dive team capabilities. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED
BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
Resolution#3387 A resolution was read authorizing the Fire Chief to enter into an operational
Fire: Marine Rescue statement of understanding between the King County Police Department and
Agreement, King County the Renton Fire Department concerning the use of marine rescue equipment
Marine Patrol Division and personnel. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3388 A resolution was read authorizing the Fire Chief to enter into a memorandum of
Fire: Puget Sound Urban agreement between Pierce County, the City of Renton and the Puget Sound
Search&Rescue Task Force Urban Search&Rescue Task Force. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED
(Renton Participation) BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
Resolution #3389 A resolution was read authorizing the Fire Chief to enter into interlocal
Fire: Emergency Response agreements entitled "Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid
Mutual Aid Agreements Agreement." MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 4/26/99 for second and final reading:
Police: Air Gun Exception re: An ordinance was read amending Section 6-2-3 of Chapter 2, Air Guns, of Title
Migratory Bird Control VI(Police Regulations) of City Code by adding an exception relating to the
... control of migratory birds. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 4/26/99. CARRIED.
Prior to second and final reading on this ordinance next week, Councilmember
Keolker-Wheeler wanted information on whether the use of air guns will
impact any other birds besides the Canada geese.
Rezone: Pierre Grady Way An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of approximately
Site from CO to IM,R-98-126 2.74 acres located at SW Grady Way between Oakesdale and Powell Avenues
SW from Commercial Office (CO)to Medium Industrial (IM); Pierre rezone,
R-98-126. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
4/26/99. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4777 An ordinance was read amending Title IV, Development Regulations, of City
Zoning: Centers Residential Code by creating a Centers Residential Demonstration Overlay District within
Demonstration Overlay the Center Suburban(CS) and Center Neighborhood(CN) zones, establishing a
District modification process within the District, and amending residential use
provisions in the Commercial Arterial (CA) zone. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
doom ADJOURN. C D. Time: 9:07 p.m.
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold MARILYT14 J.VETERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
�A) CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 19, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
now
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 4/26 "Workforce for Success" Status Report
(Parker) 6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 4/20 Piazza Renton (Herb Postlewait
(Nelson) 3:00 p.m. correspondence);
Pavilion building
FINANCE MON., 4/26 Vouchers
(Edwards) 6:00 p.m.
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT THURS., 4/22 Renton Technical College Rezone
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Appeal;
*Council Valley Zoning Code Amendments �...
Chambers*
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 4/20 Sky Harbor Lease Assignment to South
(Corman) 4:00 p.m. Cove Ventures
UTILITIES THURS., 4/22 Cascade Water Alliance;
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. Tony's Cleaners Aquifer Abatement;
Emergency Power to City's Water
Facilities
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
April 26, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 19, 1999
4. APPEAL: Renton Technical College Rezone from Public Use to Light Industrial, R-95-099
In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-11 OFA, no public hearing on the appeal
shall be held by the City Council. No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted
by the City Council unless a party can show that the evidence they are presenting could not
reasonably have been available at the hearing before the Examiner. If the Council determines
that additional evidence is required, it may remand the matter to the Examiner for
reconsideration.
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is
allowed five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience
comment period later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
•••• When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner reappoints Thelma Rowlette, 716 N. 31 st St., 90859, and Glenda Williams, 4308
NE Sunset Blvd., 98056, both to the Human Rights & Affairs Commission for two-year terms
expiring 4/25/2001. Council concur.
b. Mayor Tanner reappoints Ken G. Ragland, 2912 Kennewick P1. NE, 98056, to the Library Board
for a five-year term expiring on 6/01/2004. Council concur.
c. City Clerk/Cable Manager submits a proposal for a cable television public access facility for joint
use by South King County cities. Refer to Community Services Committee.
d. Community Services Division recommends approval of a Letter of Understanding with King
County regarding maintenance of the Cedar River Trail from 131st Ave. SE east to the Cedar River
and north to SR-169. Refer to Community Services Committee.
e. Hearing Examiner recommends approval, with conditions, of the Woodcreek preliminary plat; 19
single family lots on 4.71 acres located on NE 8th St. west of Duvall Ave. NE (PP-98-174).
Council concur.
f. Surface Water Utility Division recommends approval of a request that City-owned property located
in the vicinity of SW 43rd St. and Oakesdale Ave. SW be used for wetland buffer averaging for the
Oakesdale Business Park in exchange for a drainage easement and an ingress/egress easement.
Refer to Utilities Committee.
g. Technical Services Division recommends approval of appraisal and right-of-way services annual
agreements for one year, extendable to three years. Council concur.
h. Transportation Systems Division requests authorization to close the intersection of Main Ave. S. at
the railroad crossing on Houser Way S. to all vehicles for one day (nighttime closure). Council
concur. (See agenda item 10. for resolution.)
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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8. CORRESPONDENCE
9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the
chairman if further review is necessary. Now
a. Community Services Committee: Piazza Renton; Pavilion building
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers; Issaquah School District impact fees
c. Planning & Development Committee: Valley Zoning Code amendments
d. Transportation (Aviation) Commitee: Sky Harbor lease assignment to South Cove Ventures
e. Utilities Committee: Cascade Water Alliance; Tony's Cleaners aquifer abatement; Emergency
power to City's water facilities
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Approving a one-day closure of Main Ave. S. at the railroad crossing of Houser(see 7.h.)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
a. Allowing the use of air guns for control of migratory birds at the Municipal Airport (1st reading
4/19/99)
b. Pierre Grady Way rezone (1st reading 4/19/99)
11. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded
information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
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COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Proposed cable television public access facility for joint use by South King County cities
Agreement with King County for maintenance of a portion of the Cedar River Trail (county-owned)
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Assignment of lease from Sky Harbor Aviation to South Cove Ventures
PLANNING & DEVELOMENT COMMITTEE
The subject of how covenants are addressed in the Development Services (building permit)process
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Use of City-owned property for wetland buffer averaging of the Oakesdale Business Park project
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April 26, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER,Council President; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; RANDY
COUNCILMEMBERS CORMAN; TONI NELSON; BOB EDWARDS; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER,Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES,Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; MIKE
WEBBY,Human Resources&Risk Management Administrator; PAUL
KUSAKABE,Fiscal Services Director; ABDOUL GAFOUR, Water Utility
Supervisor; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON,
Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF APRIL 19, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
APPEAL Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Planning_& Development regarding the appeal of the rezone of Renton Technical College(R-95-099).
Committee The Committee convened to consider the college's appeal of the
Appeal: Renton Technical recommendation of the Hearing Examiner dated January 26, 1999.
College Rezone,R-95-099 The subject site is located at NE 4th St.between Monroe and Kirkland Avenues
NE. The City had initiated a rezone of this irregularly-shaped 30.32-acre site
from Public Use(P-1)to Light Industrial (IL)with a"P" suffix attached.
The Hearing Examiner recommended that the City Council approve the rezone
from P-1 to IL with the"P" suffix, subject to certain conditions.
City staff and the college sought reconsideration. On February 25, 1999,that
reconsideration was denied. The college appealed conclusion#6 and
recommendation(or condition)#3.
After a presentation,the committee found that the condition did not allow for
sufficient certainty for the college and the neighborhood. However,the
committee agreed with the Hearing Examiner's expressed intention to protect
the surrounding residential uses in the event that the college leaves that
location.
The committee found that the condition imposed by the Hearing Examiner
would not be consistent with the policy of the Council whereby the Council
would look for means to provide certainty for the landowner and protect the
adjacent residential uses. Staff recommended an amendment to the language
proposed by the Hearing Examiner in his condition#3 that would accomplish
both ends.
Therefore, the committee recommended that Council amend the language of
condition#3 of the Hearing Examiner's recommendation to read as follows:
"IL uses normal and incidental to a state-licensed public vocational or technical
college shall be allowed subject to their compliance with local, state or regional
requirements pertaining to environmental protection, including but not limited
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to air, noise, and hazardous waste emissions. Other, non-vocational
school/technical college related uses allowed in the IL zone, as determined by
the zoning administrator, shall not be allowed without a conditional use permit
or master site plan approval."
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Further, the committee recommended that the Council require that the
limitations imposed by the new condition#3 be recorded with the county to
ensure that subsequent land owners will be put on notice of the limitations on
the use of this parcel as an industrial use.
Finally, the committee recommended that Council rezone the subject property
with the conditions imposed by the Hearing Examiner, except condition#3
would be amended as indicated herein. Further, the committee recommended
that Council require that the terms of condition#3 be recorded.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
* Councilmember Toni Nelson spoke at the recent groundbreaking for
Residence XII, a new 24-bed alcohol and chemical dependency treatment
facility funded in part by the cities of Renton,Kirkland, Bellevue and
Issaquah.
* Last weekend's limited hydroplane races at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach
Park were well-attended, with up to 8,000 spectators on Saturday.
* K-9 drug dog Razz had to be euthanized last week due to his deteriorating
condition from liver cancer. His replacement is currently undergoing
training.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Roger Paulsen, 15657 SE 139th Pl., Renton, 98059, stated that he lives within
Citizen Comment: Paulsen— the Renton School District and has been active in school district matters,
Issaquah School District especially with regard to its budget. He feared that Renton's decision on the
Impact Fees school impact fee for the Issaquah School District might be taken to mean that
Renton does not care about schools or public education, which is not the case.
He cared about the East Renton community and looked forward to healing the
strife that has occurred in that area over the past year.
Citizen Comment: Rollins— Jean Rollins, 9605 — 143rd Ave. SE,Renton, urged the Council to approve the
Issaquah School District Issaquah School District's request for a$6,142 school impact fee. If it does
Impact Fees not, she requested that Renton review this matter in one year rather than in two.
Citizen Comment: Leavitt— Cindy Leavitt, 5303 NE 22nd Ct., Renton, 98059, thanked the City for its
Issaquah School District attention to the request made by the Issaquah School District, noting that it can
Impact Fees be hard to plan for the future in the face of so many aspects of growth.
Citizen Comment: Wilcott— Everett Wilcott, 11830 - 164th Ave. SE, Renton, 98059, explained how the
Issaquah School District school impact fee being sought by the Issaquah School District was arrived at,
Impact Fees claiming that impact fees provide 5%to 12% of the cost of new school
construction. He suggested that Renton form a committee of citizens and City
Councilmembers to investigate this matter further.
`. Citizen Comment: Duffus— Andrew Duffus, 1084 Kirkland Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, encouraged the City
Issaquah School District to impose the full $6,142 impact fee requested by Issaquah, noting that Renton
Impact Fees is promoting itself as having a"government that listens" and "neighbors who
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care .
Citizen Comment: Richter— Marge Richter, 300 Meadow Ave.N.,Renton, 98055, said that while she and t Is
Police Response to Dangerous many of her neighbors were affected by an incident last week in which a
Incident on 4/20/99 gunman running from police hid in someone's garage for several hours,the
residents were treated well and felt safe. Mrs. Richter complimented the good
work of Renton's police force and the other involved agencies, saying it was
obvious that all had been well-trained.
Citizen Comment: de Michele Barbara de Michele, 360 NW Dogwood, Issaquah, 98027, spoke as a member
—Issaquah School District of the Issaquah School District Board to request that even if Renton approves a
Impact Fees school impact fee lower than$6,142, that it grandfather in the development
already approved by King County and charge those homes the full amount.
Citizen Comment: Rogers— Debra Rogers, 5326 NE 22nd Ct.,Renton, 98059, supported the Issaquah
Issaquah School District School District in its quest for a$6,142 per home impact fee, saying that she
Impact Fees would not have minded paying more than she did when she bought her home in
the Stonegate area.
Citizen Comment: Irons— David W. Irons, 3414-260th Ct. SE, Issaquah, 98027,emphasized that the
Issaquah School District impact fees collected from Renton homeowners will benefit their community.
Impact Fees He asked that Renton not focus on where the funds will be spent,but instead on
the fact that it will be spent on classrooms for children.
Citizen Comment: Hays— Paul Hays, 5304 NE 24th Ct., Renton, 98059, stated that he bought his home
Issaquah School District specifically because it is in the Issaquah School District. He added that
Impact Fees Issaquah has good schools and its constituents want to keep them that way.
Citizen Comment: Griffin— Ray Griffin, 14306 - 144th Ave. SE, Renton, 98059, again urged Renton to
Surface Water Design Manual adopt and use the 1999 King County Surface Water Design Manual rather than
the 1990 version, for the protection of the City's citizens as well as its treasury.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL SUSPEND
ITS RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
ON THE SUBJECT OF THE ISSAQUAH SCHOOL DISTRICT IMPACT
FEES. CARRIED.
Action on this matter having been postponed for one week on 4/19/99, the
motion to approve the following committee report was now again before
Council:
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending that
Finance: Issaquah School Council concur in the Administration's recommendation to impose school
District Impact Fees impact fees on new single-family residential development in the Renton portion
of the Issaquah School District, and more specifically, that:
1. The City adopt an ordinance to collect a school impact fee on behalf of the
Issaquah School District of$2,797 for all new single-family dwelling units
built within those portions of the District within Renton's municipal
boundaries;
2. The City enter into an interlocal agreement with the Issaquah School District
regarding collection of this fee; and
3. This school impact fee be reviewed in two years to consider whether to
adjust it.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Councilman Edwards commented that the school district will be preparing a
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new capital facilities plan sometime next year.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL AMEND
THE COMMITTEE REPORT TO CHANGE THE FINAL SENTENCE TO
r.. READ: "3. This school impact fee be reviewed at such time in the year 2000
when the Issaquah School District issues its capital facilities plan." CARRIED.
MOTION CARRIED TO APPROVE THE COMMITTEE REPORT AS
AMENDED.
Councilman Corman suggested that the next time the Issaquah School District
is seeking to have other jurisdictions impose impact fees on its behalf, that it
host a summit for all involved jurisdictions (Renton, Bellevue,Newcastle,
Sammamish, etc.) in the hope of reaching a consensus on the amount to be
charged so as to ensure uniformity and thus fairness across municipal
boundaries.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. At the request of Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, item 7.e. was
removed for separate consideration.
Appointment: Human Rights Mayor Tanner reappointed Thelma Rowlette, 716 N. 31 st St., 98059, and
and Affairs Commission Glenda Williams,4308 NE Sunset Blvd., 98056,both to the Human Rights &
Affairs Commission for two-year terms expiring 4/25/2001. Council concur.
Appointment: Library Board Mayor Tanner reappointed Ken G. Ragland, 2912 Kennewick Pl.NE, 98056, to
the Library Board for a five-year term expiring 6/01/2004. Council concur.
Franchise: Cable Television City Clerk/Cable Manager submitted a proposal for a cable television public
Public Access Facility access facility for joint use by South King County Cities. Refer to Community
Proposal Services Committee.
Parks: Cedar River Trail Community Services Division recommended approval of a Letter of
Maintenance,Agreement with Understanding with King County regarding maintenance of the Cedar River
King County Trail from 1315`Ave. SE east to the Cedar River and north to SR-169. Refer to
Community Services Committee.
Public Works: Oakesdale Surface Water Utility Division recommended approval of a request that City-
Business Park Wetland owned property located in the vicinity of SW 43rd St. and Oakesdale Ave. SW
Buffering Averaging (Use of be used for wetland buffer averaging for the Oakesdale Business Park in
City Property) exchange for a drainage easement and an ingress/egress easement. Refer to
Utilities Committee.
Technical Services: Appraisal Technical Services Division recommended approval of appraisal and right-of-
and Right-of-Way Services way services annual agreements for one year, extendable to three years.
Annual Agreements Council concur.
Streets: Main Ave S Transportation Systems Division requested authorization to close the
Temporary Closure intersection of Main Ave. S. at the railroad crossing on Houser Way S. to all
vehicles for one day (nighttime closure). Council concur. (See page 146 for
resolution.)
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 7.e. FOR
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Woodcreek
Item 7.e. preliminary plat; 19 single family lots on 4.71 acres located on NE 8th St. west
r... Plat: Woodcreek, Preliminary, of Duvall Ave. NE(PP-98-174).
NE 8th/Duvall Ave NE(PP- Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler said while she agreed with the Hearing
98-174)
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Examiner's recommendation to approve this preliminary plat, she was troubled
by correspondence between staff and the hearing examiner relating to
covenants. Specifically, a member of the Development Services staff claimed
that because title reports are not required for building permits, any required
covenants would go unnoticed and therefore be unenforceable with a building
permit application. The Hearing Examiner was concerned that many(if not
most)covenants could thus be ignored.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL REFER THE MATTER OF HOW COVENANTS ARE
ADDRESSED IN THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (I.E.,BUILDING
PERMIT)PROCESS TO THE PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE HEARING
EXAMINER TO APPROVE THE WOODCREEK PRELIMINARY PLAT,
WITH CONDITIONS. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Transportation(Aviation)Committee Chair Corman presented a report
Transportation(Aviation) recommending that Council authorize the assignment of Sky Harbor Aviation's
Committee lease to South Cove Ventures, and authorize the Mayor and Cily Clerk to
Airport: Sky Harbor Lease execute the Assignment of Lease. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
Assignment to South Cove CLAWSON,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
Ventures CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claim Vouchers 169889 - 170323, and two wire transfers in the total amount
of$1,500,975.74. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report regarding that the
Regional Issues: Cascade Cascade Water Alliance make a presentation regarding its mission and goals to
Water Alliance,Renton the Committee of the Whole. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY
Participation KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Public Works: Rental of Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Emergency Generators for concurrence in the staff recommendation that Council authorize the Water
Water Pump Stations Utility Engineering and Water Maintenance sections of the
Planning/Building/Public Works Department to proceed with the rental of
emergency generators and the design and installation of the required electrical
upgrades to the City's water pump stations. This work is necessary for the City
to provide the minimum water supply for fire protection and domestic use in
the event of a regional power failure related to Year 2000. The Committee
further recommended that Council authorize the project be funded from the
1999 Water Utility Operating Fund budget. The estimated cost for the rental of
the generators and system upgrade is $140,000 . MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3390 A resolution was read authorizing the temporary closure of Main Ave. S. at the
Streets: Main Ave S intersection of the railway crossing at Houser Way South. MOVED BY
Temporary Closure PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
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The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance#4778 An ordinance was read amending Section 6-2-3 of Chapter 2,Air Guns, of Title
Police: Air Gun Exception re: VI (Police Regulations) of City Code by adding an exception relating to the
Migratory Bird Control control of migratory birds. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ.*
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler reiterated her request for information on
whether the use of air guns will impact any other birds besides the Canada
geese. Mayor Tanner noted that the airport already employs a gas cannon, the
purpose of which is to discourage any birds—not just the Canada geese—from
nesting in the vicinity of the airport.
*ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4779 An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of approximately
Rezone: Pierre Grady Way 2.74 acres located at SW Grady Way between Oakesdale and Powell Avenues
Site from CO to IM, R-98-126 SW from Commercial Office (CO) to Medium Industrial (IM); Pierre rezone,
R-98-126. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES.
CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 30 MINUTES TO DISCUSS
LITIGATION. CARRIED. Time: 8:40 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:10 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:11 p.m.
MARIL J. TERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
April 26, 1999
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 26, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 5/03 *CANCELLED*
(Parker)
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 4/27 Neighborhood Grant Program
(Nelson) 3:30 p.m.
FINANCE
(Edwards)
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT MON., 5/03 South Renton Comprehensive Plan
(Keolker-Wheeler) 6:00 p.m.
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION)
(Corman)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
May 3, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 26, 1999
4. PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Arson Awareness Week—May 1 to 8, 1999
b. Mentor Recognition Week—May 3 to 7, 1999 (Communities in Schools of Renton)
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Business Committed to Kids award
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
a. 60%Annexation Petition and proposed zoning for 12 acres located east of Hoquiam Ave. NE
(142nd Ave. SE) and generally between SE 113th and 116th Streets; Smith Annexation
b. Proposed R-8 (Residential Single Family; eight dwelling units per acre) zoning for the Davis
annexation area; 3.8 acres located in the vicinity of 132nd Ave. SE (Union Ave. NE) and NE
26th Street(see agenda item 12. for annexation and zoning ordinances)
�.. 7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
8. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is
allowed five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience
comment period later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
9. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk submits Quarterly Contract List for January 1 —March 31, 1999; 44 agreements totaling
$1,728,798.62. Information.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 4/27/99 for CAG-99-051, SW 27th St. Culvert Procurement; one
bid; engineer's estimate $92, 310; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to the
sole bidder, Utility Vault Co., in the amount of$86,836.56. Refer to Utilities Committee.
c. Hearing Examiner recommends approval, with conditions, of the Briere preliminary plat; 12 single
family lots on 2.28 acres located in the 1800 block of Duvall Ave. NE (PP-99-003). Council
concur.
d. Transportation Systems Division recommends approval of an agreement with the City of Seattle to
allow Gary Merlino Construction Co., Renton's contractor on the Logan Ave. S. improvement
project, to concurrently perform corrosion control work in the same vicinity for Seattle, with Seattle
reimbursing Renton for the expense of the change order plus six percent administrative costs.
Council concur. (See agenda item 12. for resolution.)
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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11. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the
chairman if further review is necessary.
a. Community Services Committee: Neighborhood Grant Program
12. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Approving an agreement with Seattle for corrosion control work in downtown Renton
(see 9.d.)
Ordinances for first readintz:
a. Davis Annexation (see 6.b.)
b. Zoning for the Davis annexation area
13. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded
information)
14. AUDIENCE COMMENT
15. ADJOURNMENT
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ADMINISTRATION
Prepare a Notice of Intent to Annex package for the Smith Annexation for the Boundary Review Board
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Agreement with Seattle adding cathodic protection work for Seattle to the Logan Ave. street project
PLANNING & DEVELOMENT COMMITTEE
Environmental concerns and zoning for the Davis Annexation (3.8 acres at Union Ave. NE &NE 26th St.)
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Bid award for the SW 27 St. culvert procurement (only one bid received at 4/27/99 bid opening)
Letter from Young Seon and Sun Ae Bang re: relocation assistance for Tony's Cleaners
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
May 3, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; BOB EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN;
TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LARRY WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
SUSAN CARLSON, Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic
Planning Administrator; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator;
MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning;
BETTY NOKES, Director of Economic Development; SANDY CHASTAIN,
Community Relations Specialist; OWEN DENNISON, Senior Planner;
DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON,Police
Department; COMMANDER KEVIN MILOSEVICH,Police Department;
SERGEANT CHARLES KARLEWICZ, Police Department; OFFICER
CHRISTINE PAGET, Police Department; OFFICER MARK KLINKE, Police
Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF APRIL 26, 1999 AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED. Now
PROCLAMATIONS A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the week of May 1-8,
Arson Awareness Week: 1999, to be "Arson Awareness Week" in the City of Renton, and encouraging
May 1-8, 1999 all citizens to show their appreciation for the efforts and sacrifices made by
public servants who protect Renton families and property from loss due to the
violent and senseless crime of arson. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ.
CARRIED.
Battalion Chief Chuck Duffy accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Fire
Department, adding that since 55% of arsons are committed by juveniles, early
intervention and public involvement are critical to arson cessation and
prevention.
Mentor Recognition Week: A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the week of May 3-7,
May 3-7, 1999 (Communities 1999, to be "Mentor Recognition Week" in the City of Renton in tribute to the
in Schools of Renton) efforts and work of mentors who contribute their time, compassion and talents
to help young people in our community to succeed. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
Community Relations Specialist Sandy Chastain accepted the proclamation on
behalf of the Communities in Schools of Renton program, commenting that her
own two years' experience as a mentor has been very rewarding.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Sandy Chastain, Community Relations Specialist, announced that McCorkle& r■�I
Business Committed to Kids Associates is the latest recipient of the "Business Committed to Kids"award,
Award given on behalf of Communities in Schools, the City of Renton, the Renton
School District, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Renton Education
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Association as a way to recognize businesses which help support youth in the
community. McCorkle&Associates hires students from the Renton School
District's work experience program, some of whom have continued to work for
them after completing the program. The business also offers job shadow
.r. opportunities for students interested in accounting.
Robert McCorkle accepted the award on behalf of his company, noting that two
of his children attend high-quality Renton schools.
PUBLIC HEARINGS This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
Annexation: Smith, Hoquiam accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
Ave NE& SE 113th to 116th to consider the 60%Annexation Petition and proposed zoning for 12 acres
located east of Hoquiam Ave.NE(142nd Ave. SE) and generally between SE
113th and 116th Streets; Smith Annexation.
Owen Dennison, Senior Planner, explained that the proposed annexation area is
adjacent to Hazen High School, east of Hoquiam Ave. NE. Signatures
representing approximately 85%of the total assessed valuation were included
on the 60%Petition. Existing land uses include three single family homes and
a construction business.
Existing zoning under King County is R-4. Renton's Comprehensive Plan
designations for the area are both Residential Single Family and Residential
Rural. The proposed zoning under the City of Renton is R-8 and R-5.
Continuing,Mr. Dennison said if the properties are annexed, they would
continue receiving water service from Water District 90. All other public
services would be provided by Renton. Referring to the fiscal analysis
performed by staff, he noted that under both existing development and
estimated full development, the properties would pose an annual deficit to
Renton($399 and$635 per year, respectively). The full development scenario
assumes 55 single family homes and a population of 138. An additional one-
time expense of$30,058 is estimated for the acquisition and development of
parks to serve this area(anticipated mitigation fees have been taken into
account).
Mr. Dennison concluded that the proposed annexation is generally consistent
with Renton's Comprehensive Plan policies and the objectives of the King
County Boundary Review Board. Staff foresees no impediments to the
extension of City services to this area.
Councilman Parker inquired about the financial impacts and the projected
annual deficit to the City upon annexation. Mayor Tanner replied that because
this is almost always the case when large, developed residential areas are
annexed, Renton is focusing on annexing smaller,relatively undeveloped
properties.
Council President Edwards added that while it certainly costs to provide
services to residential areas, local governments are not motivated solely by
financial considerations. For example, municipalities have a strong and valid
interest in ensuring that development proceeds in a logical, coordinated
manner.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ACCEPT
THE 60%ANNEXATION PETITION FOR THE SMITH ANNEXATION
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AND AUTHORIZE THE ADMINISTRATION TO PREPARE A NOTICE OF
INTENT TO ANNEX PACKAGE FOR SUBMITTAL TO THE BOUNDARY
REVIEW BOARD. CARRIED.
Annexation: Davis, Union Ave This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
NE and NE 26th St accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing
to consider the proposed R-8 (Residential Single Family; eight dwelling units
per acre) zoning for the Davis annexation area; 3.8 acres located in the vicinity
of 132nd Ave. SE (Union Ave.NE) and NE 26th Street.
Owen Dennison, Senior Planner, explained that the proposed annexation area,
made up of one parcel, is located in the vicinity of Sierra Heights near NE 26tH
Street. Council accepted the 60%Petition to Annex on February 22, 1999, and
authorized the submittal of a notice of intent to annex package to the Boundary
Review Board. The BRB waived review and approved the proposed
annexation on April Stn
Mr. Dennison said the last remaining issue before Council is the zoning to be
applied to the property. Because Renton's Comprehensive Plan designates the
area as Residential Single Family, concurrent zoning would be either
Manufactured Home Park or R-8. Staff recommends R-8 zoning, which would
allow future development that would be more dense than both the surrounding
area and the maximum density under existing King County zoning. Lower
density zoning would require an amendment to Renton's Comprehensive Plan
land use map.
Mr. Dennison added that the property slopes towards May Creek to the
northeast and northwest,with the slope exceeding 40% in several places.
Councilman Clawson asked if the City will be able to serve the property with
sanitary sewer. Mr. Dennison replied that Utilities staff have confirmed that an NEW
existing sewer line can be extended to the parcel.
Councilman Schlitzer expressed concern about the extremely sensitive nature
of this area, saying that not only is it fairly steep,but the land contains a layer
of clay close to its surface, heightening downhill erosion concerns. He was not
comfortable with the proposed R-8 zoning, suggesting that R-5 or R-1 might be
more appropriate.
Noting that the area is above May Creek, which is already impacted by
stormwater runoff, Council President Edwards asked about the City's
requirements for storm sewers and impacts. He was especially concerned that
new development not worsen the scouring of the creek. Mr.Dennison said any
development would be required to send the runoff directly to May Creek
without affecting the hillside. He added that, through SEPA, the City can
impose higher mitigation standards than those put forth in the City Code.
Mike Kattermann, Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning, said
because this property has a Comprehensive Plan designation of Residential
Single Family and is not within one-half mile of the Urban Growth Boundary,
it can only be zoned for mobile homes or as R-8. He suggested that the City
can later look at whether the Comp Plan designation and the zoning should be
changed. In the meantime, staff can provide more information to the Council
on the specific soil conditions and slopes in this area and how potential
development(and its expected runoff)would be approached.
Councilman Corman commented that, even if the City closely reviewed a one
development proposal to mitigate the stormwater runoff from the property,
those who end up living there could exacerbate the problem in the future by
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building sheds, decks,patios, etc.,the effects of which cannot be factored in
advance.
Mayor Tanner pointed out that if the City changes the proposed zoning from
.�. R-8 to a lesser density, the proponents may no longer be interested in annexing.
Councilman Edwards noted that even if R-8 zoning were applied, the property
could probably not be developed to that density since it is so affected—and
therefore constrained—by sensitive areas. Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler
was interested in knowing what, specifically, could be developed on the
property under R-8 zoning.
Councilman Clawson cautioned that the City should consider whether this area
conforms to the May Valley plan,particularly as it relates to future
development impacts on May Creek.
Audience comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
Moved by Parker, seconded by Clawson, Council table this matter. Failed.
Moved by Parker, seconded by Schlitzer, Council approve the recommended R-
8 zoning for this property.*
*At the suggestion of Councilman Corman, a substitute motion was MOVED
BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
ACCEPT THE RECOMMENDATION TO ZONE THIS PROPERTY R-8,
REFER THIS MATTER TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE, AND HOLD THE ORDINANCES UNTIL THE ITEM IS
REPORTED OUT OF COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• The latest edition of CityView, the City's video magazine show, is now
airing on Channel 28. This edition spotlights Renton's Fire Department.
• The City's Management Association recently contributed to the
Community Services Department's scholarship program, which provides
low-and moderate-income children and seniors an opportunity to
participate in programs offered at the Community Center and Senior
Activity Center.
• A public meeting was held on April 29th at Houser Terrace in the
Highlands to discuss proposed improvements to NE 23rd Street, including
drainage facilities and sidewalks.
Police: Nuisance Abatement Chief of Police Garry Anderson reported on a successful nuisance abatement
Success conducted last week in the 200 block of Meadow Ave. North. A particular
residence has long been the source of a disproportionate number of calls for
service, exceeding 100 calls per year. Many of the calls involved serious
and/or drug-related crimes. Crediting a multi-departmental response to this
situation, Chief Anderson said Police received assistance from the
Planning/Building/Public Works Department, the Fire Department,the
ih� Development Services Division, King County's Public Health Department and
Renton's City Attorney's Office.
Using the Uniform Housing Code and the Uniform Code for Abatement of
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Dangerous Buildings, the City inspected the residence on April 27th and
declared it unsafe for occupation. Although residents were given only three
days to vacate the premises, they were relocated with the assistance of the
City's Human Services Department.
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Chief Anderson praised Sergeant Chad Karlewicz and Officers Christine Paget
and Mark Klinke for their enforcement efforts.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
City Clerk: Quarterly Contract City Clerk submitted Quarterly Contract List for January 1 —March 31, 1999;
List for 1/99 to 3/99 44 agreements totaling$1,728,798.62. Information.
CAG: 99-051, SW 27th St City Clerk reported bid opening on 4/27/99 for CAG-99-051, SW 27th St.
Culvert Procurement,Utility Culvert Procurement; one bid; engineer's estimate $92,310; and submitted staff
Vault Co recommendation to award the contract to the sole bidder,Utility Vault Co., in
the amount of$86,836.56. Refer to Utilities Committee.
Plat: Briere, Preliminary, Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Briere
Duvall Ave NE(PP-99-003) preliminary plat; 12 single family lots on 2.28 acres located in the 1800 block
of Duvall Ave.NE (PP-99-003). Council concur.
Transportation: Logan Ave S Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement with
Improvements, Joint Work the City of Seattle to allow Gary Merlino Construction Co., Renton's contractor
with Seattle (Corrosion on the Logan Ave. S. improvement project, to concurrently perform corrosion
Control) control work in the same vicinity for Seattle, with Seattle reimbursing Renton
for the expense of the change order plus six percent administrative costs.
Council concur. (See later this page for resolution.)
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. +�►
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler commended the Hearing Examiner for one
of the conditions placed on the Briere preliminary plat which requires the
developer to erect an informational sign clearly stating that the plat's road will
be a"stub"which may, in the future,be extended.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Young Seon and Sun Ae Bang, owners of
Citizen Comment: Seon& Tony's Cleaners,requesting that the City provide them an additional $14,000 to
Bang—Tony's Cleaners reimburse them for relocating their business out of Aquifer Protection Area
Relocation Zone 1. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL REFER THIS LETTER TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Noting that the applicable ordinance relating to multi-family development in
Planning: Moratorium on commercial areas has now taken effect, it was MOVED BY KEOLKER-
Residential Uses in WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL RESCIND
Commercial Areas (Rescind) RESOLUTION#3380 AND LIFT THE MORATORIUM PLACED ON
RESIDENTIAL USES IN THE CENTER SUBURBAN, CENTER
NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMERCIAL ARTERIAL ZONES. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3391 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Transportation: Logan Ave S interlocal cooperative agreement with the City of Seattle adding cathodic
Improvements, Joint Work protection work for the City of Seattle to the Logan Avenue street project. WAM
with Seattle(Corrosion MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
Control) COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
May 3, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 157
AUDIENCE COMMENT David Mason, 231 Williams Ave. N., Renton, 98055, said that Tony's Cleaners,
Citizen Comment: Mason— which has been active in the North Renton community for 17 years, needs the
Tony's Cleaners Relocation City's help in relocating their business. He clarified that Tony's is not asking
for a tax waiver in order to establish a new business,but rather for assistance in
relocating their business out of the Aquifer Protection Area as mandated by the
City.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:51 p.m.
MARIL J.tOERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
May 3, 1999
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Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 3, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 5/10 Property Management for Historic City
(Parker) 7:00 p.m. Hall
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 5/04 TCI Public Access Studio;
(Nelson) 3:00 p.m. Cedar River Trail Maintenance;
Neighborhood Grant Program;
Skateboard Park
FINANCE MON., 5/10 Vouchers
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT THURS., 5/06 Labrador Ventures Appeal;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 3:00 p.m. Valley Zoning Code Amendments
*Council
Chambers*
PUBLIC SAFETY
(Schlitzer)
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION) TUES., 5/04 Main Ave. S. Transit Project Status
(Corman) 4:00 p.m. (briefing only)
UTILITIES THURS., 5/06 Centex Homes Oversizing Request;
(Clawson) 2:00 p.m. Centex Homes Latecomer Agreement;
Oakesdale Business Park Drainage
Easements;
Tony's Cleaners Relocation
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
May 10, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MAY 3, 1999
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Sister City Visit Presentation
6. APPEAL: Labrador Ventures Preliminary Plat, Variance and Rezone at 2700 Lake Wash. Blvd. N.
(SA-98-141)
In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-11 OFA, no public hearing on the appeal
shall be held by the City Council. No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted
by the City Council unless a party can show that the evidence they are presenting could not
reasonably have been available at the hearing before the Examiner. If the Council determines
that additional evidence is required, it may remand the matter to the Examiner for
reconsideration.
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
7. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is
allowed five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience
comment period later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk reports bid opening on 5/03/99 for CAG-99-049, Sunset Blvd. NE Rockery Repair; three
bids; engineer's estimate $75,000; and submits staff recommendation to award the contract to AAA
Rockery & Construction in the total amount of$64,962.50. Council concur.
b. Hearing Examiner recommends approval, with conditions, of the Dalpay preliminary plat; 29 single
family lots on 4.8 acres located at 3714 NE 19th Street. Council concur.
c. Surface Water Utility Division recommends approval of the proposed Green/Duwamish and Lake
Washington/Cedar River Watershed Forum projects and programs to be funded by the King
Conservation District. Council concur.
9. CORRESPONDENCE
10. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the
%""" chairman if further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Property Management for Old City Hall
b. Community Services Committee: Cedar River Trail Maintenance (agreement with King County)*;
Neighborhood Grant Program; Skateboard Park
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
10. OLD BUSINESS (continued from previous side)
c. Finance Committee: Vouchers
d. Utilities Committee: Centex Homes Oversizing Request; Centex Homes Latecomer Agreement;
Oakesdale Business Park drainage easements; Tony's Cleaners relocation
11. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Agreement with King County for maintenance of a portion of the Cedar River Trail
(see 10.b.)
12. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded
information)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
14. ADJOURNMENT
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
Property Management for Old City Hall
• Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk •
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 28 AND ARE RE-CABLECAST
TUES. & THURS. AT 11:00 A.M., WED. & FRI. AT 7:30 P.M. AND SAT. & SUN. AT 9:00 P.M.
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Referrals
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
TCI cable rate increase proposal
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
Oakesdale Business Park wetland buffer averaging easement (Zelman Renton LLC)
Agreement w/King County re: continued maintenance by Renton of Cedar River Trail (county-owned
portion)
PLANNING& DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Request from Bethlehem Lutheran Church for permission to remove 24 trees at one time
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Tony's Cleaners business relocation reimbursement
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
May 10, 1999 Council Chambers ..�.
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; BOB EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,COUNCIL EXCUSE
ABSENT COUNCILMAN RANDY CORMAN. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON,Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES,Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN,City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator;
MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning;
LESLIE BETLACH,Parks Director; BETTY NOKES,Director of Economic
Development; ABDOUL GAFOUR,Water Utility Supervisor; JENNIFER
TOTH HENNING, Senior Planner; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; SONJA
MEJLAENDER, Special Events&Volunteer Program Coordinator;
COMMANDER FLOYD ELDRIDGE, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF MAY 3, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Sonja Mejlaender, Special Events&Volunteer Program Coordinator,reported
Sister City Visit to Nishiwaki on the recent trip which City of Renton delegates took to visit Renton's Sister
City,Nishiwaki,Japan. Other Renton community members on the trip
included Ray Sled, Water Maintenance Manager, and representatives from the
Renton School District and the Renton Lions Club. Noting that Renton and
Nishiwaki have been sister cities since 1969, Ms. Mejlaender said the goals of
the relationship are to encourage citizen delegation exchanges,promote
awareness of cultural diversity, increase opportunities for social and
educational enrichment, and encourage trade and tourism.
Ms. Mejlaender described various activities undertaken during the visit,as well
as sites seen. She presented two gifts from the city of Nishiwaki to Mayor
Tanner(a ceramic vase and a clock). She concluded that all eleven Renton
delegates returned home with a greater understanding of life in Japan, and look
forward to welcoming the Japanese delegation in 2001.
Planning& Development Planning &Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler announced that
Committee because a letter from the Washington State Department of Fisheries pertinent to
Appeal: Labrador Ventures this matter was received this afternoon, the Planning& Development
Preliminary Plat, 2700 Lk Committee report will not be available until May 17th. She emphasized that, in
Wash Blvd N, SA-98-141 the meantime,the Council cannot accept any testimony whatsoever on this
subject.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
Shirley Anderson, Recreation Program Coordinator,was awarded a
Certificate of Excellence from the Washington Recreation Parks
(�3
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Association for her outstanding dedication and service as the chair of the
WRPA's Athletic &Fitness section.
* Over 150 participants from the Renton Senior Activity Center performed in
the 19th annual stage show at Carco Theatre on April 29-30.
* Renton's updated Water System Plan was approved by the Department of
Health, with the next update not due until April 2005.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Larry Holcomb, 1755 Whitman Ave. NE,Renton, 98059,representing
Citizen Comment: Holcomb— Bethlehem Lutheran Church, located at 1024 Monroe Ave.NE, stated that 24
Tree-Cutting Variance for cottonwood trees on the church's property have grown too tall and now
Bethlehem Lutheran Church constitute a hazard. According to City Code,the church is allowed to cut down
only six trees per year. Saying that other trees will remain on the property,Mr.
Holcomb requested that the church be granted a variance to enable it to remove
all the cottonwoods at one time, rather than over a four-year period.
Councilman Parker added that he was told by Development Services Director
Jana Hanson that the church cannot remove more than six trees per year
without a development permit; however, the church has no plans to develop
this property--it wants only to remove the hazardous trees.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER TO THE PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Brown— Janice Brown, 521 S. 51st Ct., Renton, 98055, speaking as president of the
Sikh Temple Development& Summit Park Townhome Homeowners Association, said that the Sikh Temple
Use Violations on Talbot Hill is being occupied in absence of a valid occupation certificate.
She was additionally concerned about the presence of a hydraulic flagpole on
the temple's site, saying this has lights which are left on all night. Ms.Brown
also said that although this project was required by the City to have mature
landscaping, this has never been completed. She added that the temple is
currently seeking a variance for an on-site commercial use (grocery store),but
not all of the residents adjacent to the temple received notice of this.
Gregg Zimmerman,Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator,confirmed
that the temple has neither a temporary nor a final certificate of occupancy,
although it was allowed to have one religious ceremony on-site in the past. The
City has sent numerous letters requesting attention to health and safety issues
so a conditional occupancy permit can be issued, without any response.
Mayor Tanner suggested that the City step up enforcement efforts in this
situation.
Citizen Comment: Bang— Sun Ae Bang, 1057 - 1st St.N.,Renton, 98055, stated that her business,Tony's
Tony's Cleaners Relocation Cleaners, is being forced to move from its current location due to Renton's
Assistance Aquifer Protection Act. Saying there is no suitable site in Renton for the
business to relocate to and that the business now has no resale value, she
explained that she and her husband will therefore require a business loan to re-
establish this business elsewhere. She requested that the City increase the
reimbursement to them for relocating their business by an additional $14,000 to
cover the cost of re-establishing the business. (See page 165 for additional
discussion on this issue.)
Citizen Comment: Stewart— Polly Stewart, 12121 SE Petrovitsky Rd.,Renton, 98059, spoke in favor of
Skateboard Park in Renton having a skateboard park in Renton. Explaining that as a certified in-line
skating instructor her goals are safety and expanding recreational opportunities,
she said that getting youth off the street and out of traffic is very important.
May 10, 1999 Renton City Council Minutes Page 164
She claimed that skateboarders are the first to guard their parks against gangs,
alcohol, fighting and other unwanted elements since the activity of
skateboarding is a source of pride for them. Ms. Stewart emphasized that
skateboarding is not a fad,but rather a sport and a form of recreation, and urged
Council to consider the needs of youth for a skateboard facility in Renton.
Citizen Comment: Sager— David T. Sager, 1025 N. 28th Pl.,Renton, 98056,inquired when public
Labrador Ventures Plat comment will be taken regarding the Labrador Ventures development proposal.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler replied this will be allowed after Council has
acted on the appeal, which will likely be next week.
Citizen Comment: Olson— Sabin Olson, 15807 SE 116th, Renton, 98059, supported the idea of a
Skateboard Park in Renton skateboard park in Renton and believed that the ideal spot would be underneath
I-405 between the Cedar River and the Narco site, since the freeway would
serve as a much-desirable cover.
Citizen Comment: Urback— Mary Urback, 12417 - 12th St. E.,Edgewood, 98372,encouraged Council to
Valley Zoning Code approve the proposed Zoning Code changes to the Valley area as recommended
Amendments by the Planning&Development Committee. (See page 167 for Council
action.)
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
CAG: 99-049, Sunset Blvd City Clerk reported bid opening on 5/03/99 for CAG-99-049, Sunset Blvd.NE
Rockery Repair,AAA Rockery Repair; three bids; engineer's estimate $75,000; and submitted staff
Rockery recommendation to award the contract to AAA Rockery&Construction in the
total amount of$64,962.50. Council concur.
Plat: Dalpay,Preliminary,NE Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Dalpay
19th St(PP-97-174) preliminary plat; 29 single family lots on 4.8 acres located at 3714 NE 19th
Street(PP-97-174). Council concur.
Public Works: King Surface Water Utility Division recommended approval of the proposed
Conservation District Green/Duwamish and Lake Washington/Cedar River Watershed Forum
Watershed Forum Projects& projects and programs to be funded by the King Conservation District. Council
Programs concur.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending Council
Utilities Committee concur in staff's recommendation that the request by Centex Homes for
Public Works: Centex Homes' oversizing of the extension of the East Renton Interceptor be approved, subject
Oversizing Reimbursement on to the following conditions:
East Renton Interceptor 1. The actual reimbursement amount will be based on actual cost of the
construction;
2. If the oversizing amount requested upon completion of construction is equal
to or less than the estimated amount of$89,707.01 (including WSST),Council
authorizes staff to reimburse Centex Homes for that amount; and
3. If the oversizing amount requested exceeds the original estimated amount,
this matter will be referred back to Council for consideration of additional
costs.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Public Works: SW 27th St Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
Culvert Procurement,Utility concurrence in the staff recommendation to award the SW 27th St. culvert
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Vault Co, CAG-99- procurement contract to the sole bidder, Utility Vault Co., in the amount of
$86,836.56. Sufficient funds are available to pay for the procurement and
installation of the culvert(including staff time) under the adjusted 1999 Surface
Water Utility CIP budget. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Public Works: Tony's Utilities Committee Vice Chair Schlitzer presented a majority committee report
Cleaners Relocation regarding Tony's Cleaners business relocation incentive. The Committee met
Assistance(Aquifer Protection twice to consider the request from Tony's Cleaners for an increase in business
Regulations) relocation incentive and for the disbursement of payment prior to incurring
relocation expenses. A majority of the Committee recommended the
following:
1. Not authorize an increase in the total relocation incentive from the current
maximum limit of$60,000; and
2. Not disburse the relocation incentive payment until the applicant submits
verification of relocation expenses. As an alternate, the City can deposit the
remaining balance of relocation incentive funds into an escrow account. The
funds can only be disbursed to cover the costs incurred by the applicant as
allowed by the administrative rule for the business relocation assistance
program. The estimated remaining relocation funds balance is $36,000.
The City's offer of the $60,000 payment is an incentive for business owners to
expedite the relocation of their business out of Zone 1 of the Aquifer Protection
Area by the end of 1999,thereby reducing the risk of contamination of the
aquifer. The relocation incentive was not intended to compensate for all
relocation costs or to buy out existing businesses.
Staff will work with the applicant and the applicant's lending institution to
assure that funds are available for use consistent with City Code and with the
administrative rules regarding the business relocation assistance program. All
agreements related to the disbursement of funds will be subject to the review
and approval of the City Attorney. (The minority committee report follows.)
Public Works: Tony's Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a minority committee report
Cleaners Relocation regarding Tony's Cleaners business relocation incentive. The Committee met
Assistance (Aquifer Protection twice to consider the request from Tony's Cleaners for an increase in business
Regulations) relocation incentive and for the disbursement of payment prior to incurring
relocation expenses. A minority of the committee recommended the following:
1. Authorize an increase in the total relocation incentive from the current
maximum limit of$60,000 to$74,000; and
2. Not disburse the relocation incentive payment until the applicant submits
verification of relocation expenses. As an alternate, the City can deposit the
remaining balance of relocation incentive funds into an escrow account. The
funds can only be disbursed to cover the costs incurred by the applicant as
allowed by the business relocation assistance program administrative rules.
With Council concurrence, the Chair further requested that the Administration
prepare an ordinance for Council's consideration that would amend the City
Code to raise the maximum relocation incentive to$74,000. (See page 167 for
Council action.)
Noting that Tony's Cleaners is the only business to have applied for
reimbursement of business relocation expenses under this incentive program,
Councilman Clawson felt it would be best to approve the additional $14,000 for
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the Bangs. Although he understood that the original offer of$60,000 was
generous, he said the additional funds would give the Bangs a good chance of
succeeding in a new location. He suggested that a larger business with more
clout would fare better in this situation.
Mayor Tanner clarified the Administration's position on this matter, saying that
it proposed approving the additional funds as a way of bringing closure to a
matter that has been pending for five years. He emphasized that he was not
speaking in favor of either the minority or the majority committee report.
Councilman Schlitzer reiterated that five years have transpired since Council
adopted the incentive program,which was specifically designed to encourage
businesses to relocate sooner rather than later. He noted that other businesses
affected by the aquifer protection regulations have already made changes to
comply with the law, whether by modifying their business practices or
discontinuing the use of certain substances. Mr. Schlitzer said that just because
Tony's Cleaners chose not to relocate until the deadline for doing so was upon
them is not sufficient reason for the City to change the program at this time.
He encouraged Council to approve the majority committee report.
Councilman Parker supported the minority committee report, emphasizing that
Tony's is the only business seeking reimbursement under this program. He
added that the business has operated in its current location for 17 years but is
now being forced to move.
Councilman Edwards recalled that the regulations allow reimbursement of
relocation expenses only if the business is relocating in Renton. Planning/
Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg Zimmerman explained that the
ordinance allows for"administrative rule-making"relating to payment of
relocation expenses. Earlier this year, the Bangs sought—and were granted—
an administrative rule allowing the payment of reimbursement for relocation
outside of the City.
Mr. Edwards was concerned by this decision, noting this issue had been a topic
of much discussion at the time the program was established. He felt that
Council's intent had been very clear regarding this, and suggested that Council
would not have approved the ordinance without this provision. He said it might
be possible that other affected businesses did not apply for reimbursement of
relocation expenses due to this requirement, adding that it did not seem
appropriate to give money to a business to move out of Renton. Mr. Edwards
concluded that any further expenditures should only be made if Tony's
relocates within Renton.
Councilmember Nelson commented that another dry cleaning business affected
by the regulations has simply chosen to contract out its dry cleaning to another
location,but retain the rest of its operations at its current site.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler agreed that the administrative rule allowing
payment for relocation out of the City reversed not only the intent of the
regulation,but its actual language as well. She felt that such an action was
outside the purview of the administrative rule-making process. Mr. Schlitzer
noted that the Bangs have already been told that they will still qualify for the
program although they are not relocating within Renton. He believed that the
majority committee report follows the original intent of the ordinance.
Assistant City Attorney Zanetta Fontes confirmed that because administrative
procedures cannot amend the terms of an ordinance enacted by Council, any
funds paid to the Bangs to relocate their business out of the City will require
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Council action to specifically permit reimbursement for moving elsewhere.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER BACK TO THE UTILITIES
COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
RECESS MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
RECESS FOR FIVE MINUTES. CARRIED. Time: 9:00 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:07 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
Public Works: Oakesdale Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
1 Business Park Wetland concurrence with the staff recommendation to authorize the Mayor and City
Buffering Averaging(Use of Clerk to execute the Oakesdale Business Park wetland buffer averaging
City Property) easement with the developer, Zelman Renton LLC.
The wetland buffer averaging easement will allow the developer to use adjacent
City-owned property purchased by the Surface Water Utility to mitigate for
21,370 square feet of wetland buffer that will be used as parking for the
Oakesdale Business Park. In exchange, Zelman Renton LLC has granted the
City a 225-foot ingress/egress easement and a 100-foot drainage easement
along the southwest portion of the site. The Oakesdale Business Park is located
J north of SW 43rd Street and west of Oakesdale Avenue SW.
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MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning& Development Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Committee regarding the zoning for the Davis Annexation. The Committee has reviewed
Annexation: Davis,Union Ave the plans of the applicant for the 3.8-acre annexation, and discussed potential
NE(132nd Ave SE),A-98-003 impacts with staff. Based on this information and the review that will
necessarily occur during the project application, the Committee is satisfied that
the issues raised during the public hearing can be addressed for this specific
project under the proposed R-8 zoning.
The Committee therefore recommended that Council adopt the ordinances for
annexation and R-8 zoning as recommended by the Administration at the May
3, 1999 Council meeting. The Committee further recommended that the land
use and zoning designations for the unincorporated area between Renton and
Newcastle be reviewed during the next annual Comprehensive Plan amendment
cycle. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See
page 169 for ordinances.)
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler added that the net density for development in
the annexation area will be approximately six dwelling units per acre,which is
comparable to the R-5 zoning which Council had been considering imposing on
the property.
Planning: Employment Area Planning&Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Valley Zoning Code recommending that the Employment Area Valley Zoning Code amendments
Amendments and additional Zoning Code housekeeping amendments be approved as follows:
1. The amendments shown in the document dated April 8, 1999 be adopted,
with the changes recommended by the Planning Commission as modified by
the Planning&Development Committee. These modifications regulate some
uses allowed in the portion of the Medium Industrial (IM)zone falling between
SW 16th Street and 1-405. The Committee's intent is to enhance the image of
Renton at this gateway location by regulating uses which may have visual,
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noise or odoriferous impacts.
2. Additional staff review is to occur in the future as part of further Zoning
Code housekeeping amendments to evaluate the issue of screening and site
maintenance of industrial uses such as heavy equipment sales and storage,taxi
and transportation services.
3. The draft Code amendments be forwarded to the City Attorney's office for
development of an ordinance.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilman Schlitzer commended the involvement of many interested
businesses in this matter.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claim Vouchers 170324 - 170805 and two wire transfers totaling
$3,116,452.51; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 166266- 166531 and 528
direct deposits in the total amount of$1,324,716.72 (May 5, 1999). MOVED
BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding a
Committee skateboard park in Renton. The City of Renton adopted its Comprehensive
Parks: Skateboard Park Parks&Recreation Open Space Plan in 1993. At that time,there was
discussion about including a skateboard park as a recommended project,but the
need and demand had not been defined and there were major concerns about
liability. In 1997, the Washington State Legislature amended the recreational
land use law to include skateboarding,which had the effect of limiting the
City's liability. In addition,the City's current insurance carrier covers skate
parks at no additional premium charge.
In the past several years,the need and demand for such a facility has become
apparent and many other cities have built skateboard parks. Their experience
has shown no increased liability and very few problems.
Therefore,the Community Services Committee recommended that the City
begin the process to identify potential locations for a skateboard park facility,
and include the facility in the update of the Comprehensive Parks and
Recreation and Open Space Plan.
It is the intent of this recommendation to expedite the siting and construction of
a skateboard park in the City of Renton. This may require an amendment to the
existing Comprehensive Plan, a grant funding application, and the development
of a public/private partnership to build the facility. This effort will not displace
any existing project currently identified in the adopted Comprehensive Plan.
This item will remain in the Community Services Committee for periodic
updates. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Mayor Tanner noted that, while staff can identify potential locations for a
skateboard park and include such a facility in the update of the Comprehensive
Parks and Recreation and Open Space Plan, at some point Council will need to
appropriate funds for the park's design and construction.
Parks: Cedar River Trail Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Maintenance (by Renton of recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the Letter
King County-owned portion) of Understanding between the City of Renton, the King County Department of
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Transportation, and the King County Parks Department for continued
maintenance by Renton of a portion of the Cedar River Trail between 131 st and
149th Avenues SE(excepting the bridge structure). The Committee further
recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading
and adoption. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See
later this page for resolution.)
ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution#3392 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
Parks: Cedar River Trail interlocal cooperative agreement with the King County Department of
Maintenance by Renton of Transportation and the King County Department of Parks and Recreation
Portion Owned by King regarding the maintenance of a portion of the Cedar River Trail. MOVED BY
County NELSON, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER,COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and advanced to
second and final reading:
Annexation: Davis,Union Ave An ordinance was read annexing approximately 3.8 acres located east of 132nd
NE(132nd Ave SE),A-98-003 Ave. SE (Union Ave.NE)(Davis Annexation, A-98-003). MOVED BY
EDWARDS,SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4780 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Annexation: Davis,Union Ave MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT
NE(132nd Ave SE),A-98-003 THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Annexation: Davis,R-8 An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately
Zoning 3.8 acres annexed to the City of Renton to R-8 (Residential, 8 Dwelling Units
per Acre)(Davis Annexation,A-98-003). MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,COUNCIL ADVANCE THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance#4781 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Annexation: Davis,R-8 MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
Zoning COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL
AYES. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Referring to TCI's recent cable rate increase proposal, it was MOVED BY
Franchise: TCI Cable Rate SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,COUNCIL REFER
Increase Proposal THIS MATTER TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Sabin Olson, 15807 SE 116th, Renton, 98059, offered to assist in the siting and
Citizen Comment: Olson— design of the skateboard park in order to maximize the City's resources and
Skateboard Park in Renton eliminate any unnecessary expenses in this endeavor. Emphasizing that the
City should not, in any case,retain the services of a landscape architect for this
purpose, since such a person would probably not be familiar with skateboard
parks or what specific features would make them attractive to youth,he
suggested contracting with a certain Oregon-based company which has
considerable experience designing this type of facility.
Mr. Olson then relayed his conversations with the property services manager at
the Washington State Department of Transportation regarding whether the
State would be willing to allow construction of a skateboard park on the State-
owned property beneath I-405 near the Cedar River.
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Citizen Comment: Evans— Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11th Pl.,Renton, 98056, suggested that if Bethlehem
Bethlehem Lutheran Church Lutheran Church succeeds in obtaining a variance to remove 24 cottonwood
Tree Cutting Variance trees on its property,it be asked to replace them with a more hardy species
since the trees screen the Good Shepherd group home from neighboring
residences.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,COUNCIL
ADJOURN INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 20 MINUTES TO DISCUSS
LITIGATION AND PROPERTY ACQUISITION. CARRIED. Time: 9:42
p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 10:01 p.m.;roll was called; all
Councilmembers present.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
,ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 10:02 Rap.
MARILYN J. PETERSEN, CMC, City.Cork
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
May 10, 1999
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 10, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
�•�, COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 5/17 Executive Session (property acquisition)
(Parker) 6:30 p.m. *Council Conference Room*
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE
(Edwards)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(Keolker-Wheeler)
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 5/17 Valley Communications Center(briefing
(Schlitzer) 6:00 p.m. only)
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Corman)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
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AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
May 17, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MAY 10, 1999
4. PROCLAMATIONS
a. American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Sales Days —May 21 to 30, 1999
b. Salvation Army Week—May 17 to 21, 1999
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Port Quendall Development Update
6. APPEAL: Labrador Ventures Preliminary Plat, Variance and Rezone at 2700 Lake Wash. Blvd. N.
(SA-98-141)
In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-11 OFA, no public hearing on the appeal
shall be held by the City Council. No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted
by the City Council unless a party can show that the evidence they are presenting could not
reasonably have been available at the hearing before the Examiner. If the Council determines
that additional evidence is required, it may remand the matter to the Examiner for
reconsideration.
7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
8. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is
allowed five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience
comment period later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
9. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. City Clerk recommends approval of an ordinance establishing first priority for the Master Zoning
Use Table in the event of a conflict between the master table and the individual use tables found
throughout Title IV of City Code. Council concur. (See agenda item 12. for ordinance.)
b. Executive Department recommends approval of Amendment#1 to CAG-98-160, contract with the
Renton Reporter to publish CitySource(Renton's newsletter to its citizens) to change the publication
schedule from two pages once per month to one page every other week. Council concur.
c. Human Services Division recommends acceptance of the 2000 Community Development Block
Grant funds in the estimated amount of$350,420. Council concur.
d. Police Department recommends approval of Addendum #1 to CAG-99-044, contract with
Occupational Health Services (Public Hospital District No. 1) for jail medical services to extend the
agreement from April 1, 1999 through March 31, 2000. The annual cost has increased from
$102,700 to $110,916. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
e. Water Utility Division submits CAG-97-131, Downtown and Springbrook Springs Corrosion I
Control Facilities project; and recommends approval of the project, authorization for final pay
estimate in the amount of$108.61, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained
amount of$68,106.19 to Harbor Pacific Contractors if all required releases are obtained. Council
concur.
f. Wastewater Utility Division submits CAG-97-115, South Renton Sewer Replacement project; and
�•• recommends approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of
$68,025.95, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$51,227.43 to
Gary Merlino Construction Co., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
10. CORRESPONDENCE
11. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk(*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the
chairman if further review is necessary.
12. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Ordinance for first reading: Establishing priority for the Master Zoning Use Table (see 9.a.)
13. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded
information)
14. AUDIENCE COMMENT
15. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
6:30 p.m.
Council Conference Room
Executive Session(property acquisition)
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Referrals
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Addendum to CAG-98-160, contract with Renton Reporter for the revised CitySource publication
schedule
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Amendment to CAG-98-160, agreement with Occupational Health Services for jail inmate health
services
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ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING now
Establishing priority for the Master Zoning Use Table (1 st reading 5/17/99)
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
May 17, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; BOB
COUNCILMEMBERS EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMAN DAN CLAWSON. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; LARRY WARREN, City Attorney; BRENDA
ATTENDANCE FRITSVOLD, Deputy City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; SUSAN CARLSON,
Economic Development,Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning Administrator;
DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; JENNIFER TOTH HENNING, Senior
Planner; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; KAREN
MARSHALL, Human Services Manager; CHIEF A. LEE WHEELER, Fire
Department; COMMANDER KEVIN MILOSEVICH, Police Department;
CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON, Police Department.
PRESS Claire Booth, South County Journal
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL APPROVE
.� COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF MAY 10, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
PROCLAMATIONS A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the week of May 21-30,
American Legion Auxiliary 1999, to be"American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Sales Days" in the City of
Poppy Sales Days: Renton, and urging all citizens to recognize the merits of this cause by
May 21-30, 1999 contributing to its support through the donation of funds for poppies as symbols
of appreciation for the sacrifices of our honored dead. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
Mrs. Owens accepted the proclamation on behalf of the American Legion.
Salvation Army Week: A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring May 17-21, 1999, to be
May 17-21, 1999 "Salvation Army Week" in the City of Renton in tribute to the efforts of the
Salvation Army which benefits millions of persons each year by providing a
complete range of social programs such as food banks, emergency assistance,
and referrals to local services. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ.
CARRIED.
Salvation Army Captains James Halverson and Eileen Halverson, and
Boardmembers Toni Nelson,A. Lee Wheeler, Garry Anderson, and Karen
Marshall accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Salvation Army. Captain
Halverson spoke in appreciation of the support the Salvation Army has
received from the Mayor and Council, City of Renton employees and Renton
residents.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Susan Carlson, Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning
EDNSP: Port Quendall Administrator, reported that in June 1998, the City entered into a one-year
Development Update purchase and sale agreement to evaluate the benefits and potential risks of
accepting ownership of the Port Quendall Terminals property. Ms. Carlson
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reviewed that the property, 23 acres located on Lake Washington, is
contaminated, to the extent that the cleanup costs exceed the value of the
property.
Ms. Carlson said according to the purchase and sale agreement, the property .01
owners would give the property to the City and the City would negotiate a
cleanup action plan with the Department of Ecology and other natural resource
trustees. The funding for the cleanup will come from State and Federal grants
and from the sale of the upland portion of the property. Ms. Carlson explained
that before the City can take ownership of the property, certain contingencies
must be met. These include negotiating the prospective purchasers agreement,
procuring insurance and funding, obtaining the necessary permits, and Council
approval.
Continuing, Ms. Carlson emphasized that the public benefits of cleaning up the
property include retaining the shoreline for permanent public access and
restoration and improvement of the fish and wildlife habitat. Ms. Carlson then
introduced Environmental Attorney Bill Joyce, a consultant to the City on this
project. Mr. Joyce described the various contaminants affecting the property,
explaining that since it is not feasible to remove all of the site's contaminants,
the City plans to remove much of it and perform containment on that which
will remain. The essence of the cleanup plan is to remove the innershore soils
that are heavily contaminated with creosote materials by trying to remove as
much sediment as possible according to action levels set by various State and
Federal agencies.
Mr. Joyce reported that the best estimate for the cleanup costs is $20 million
which includes the cost of insurance and project management. Pointing out
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that substantial progress has been made on this project, Mr. Joyce explained
that the issues remaining for resolution are: Department of Ecology review of
the cleanup plan, permits from the Army Corps of Engineers to allow for
cleanup work in the water, purchase and sale agreement with a prospective
buyer and obtaining insurance. Mr. Joyce pointed out that standards have been
raised due to recent developments in the Endangered Species Act thus making
the cleanup process that much more complex.
In conclusion, Ms. Carlson explained that in order for all the contingencies to
be met, staff recommends that Council extend the date of the purchase and sale
agreement between the property owners and the City until 12/31/99.
Responding to Councilman Parker, Ms. Carlson said that significant progress
has been made so far and due to the fact that the City has received a lot of
cooperation from the Department of Ecology and other agencies, she foresaw
little reason why the City won't be able to move ahead with this project.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL EXTEND
THE DATE OF THE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT FOR THE
PORT QUENDALL TERMINALS PROPERTY TO 12/31/99 WITH THE
STIPULATION THAT ALL OTHER CONDITIONS AND CONTINGENCIES
REMAIN THE SAME. CARRIED.
APPEAL Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Planning& Development regarding the Labrador Ventures preliminary plat (PP-98-141); the site is
Committee located on the 2700 block of Lake Washington Blvd. The appeal was heard by
Appeal: Labrador Ventures the Committee on May 6, 1999. Four issues were considered.
Preliminary Plat, 2700 Lk 1. Rezone of R-1 property to R-5. The Hearing Examiner recommended denial
Wash Blvd N, PP-98-141 of the rezone. The Committee can find no error in fact or law and therefore
recommended denial of the appeal.
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2. Topographical resurvey. The Hearing Examiner recommended that the
property undergo a topographical resurvey. The Committee finds no factual
basis in the record for such a requirement. The Committee therefore
recommended that the Council grant the appeal on this issue and reverse the
Hearing Examiner, striking the requirement for a topographical survey.
3. Open truss bridge. The Examiner required the developer to install an open
truss bridge rather than the proposed open bottom arched earth-covered bridge.
The Committee could find no factual support in the record to justify such a
modification. For example, an open truss bridge would create more noise. The
testimony was that wildlife would find the arch bridge just as easy to bypass as
would be an open truss bridge. The Committee therefore recommended that
the Council grant the appeal on this issue, reverse the Hearing Examiner, and
permit the applicant to use its proposed bridge subject to normal engineering
review to determine that the bridge meets City bridge standards, is properly
designed, and that the construction provides for appropriate erosion and
sedimentation control.
4. Added SEPA conditions. The Hearing Examiner's decision requested that
the Department of Fish and Wildlife survey the site and an eagle perching tree
to ascertain if nesting occurs and if protection of it or the perimeter is required.
Subsequently, a letter from the Department of Fish and Wildlife was received
by the City on April 28, 1999, which may or may not have imposed an
additional SEPA condition. However,because there was no SEPA appeal
before the City Council, the Committee recommended that no action be taken
by the Council under the Council's appellate authority.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler said because the Hearing Examiner asked for
input from the Department of Fish and Wildlife regarding the added SEPA
conditions, at the time of the appeal hearing, no one knew what these
conditions were to be. Ms. Keolker-Wheeler pointed out that both the public
and the developer have a right to know what these conditions are and have time
to address any concerns to Council.
Continuing, Ms. Keolker-Wheeler reported that after the appeal was filed, the
City received two letters from the Department of Fish and Wildlife regarding
this matter. She explained that since the Council must still act on the
preliminary plat,by law it retains the power to establish mitigation measures
before approving the plat. Therefore it was MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL ESTABLISH A TWO
WEEK PERIOD TO RECEIVE COMMENTS FROM ANY INTERESTED
PARTY CONCERNING THE TWO LETTERS FROM THE DEPARTMENT
OF FISH AND WILDLIFE AND ANY MITIGATION CONDITIONS
SUGGESTED BY THOSE LETTERS, BEFORE ACTING ON THE
LABRADOR VENTURES PRELIMINARY PLAT. CARRIED.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler announced that Senior Planner Jennifer Toth
Henning is the staff contact for the project and should be contacted with any
questions or comments regarding the appeal.
ADMINISTRATIVE Finance Analyst Derek Todd reviewed a written administrative report
REPORT summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work programs
adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted included:
Kris Stimpson, Community Center and Program Coordinator, was named
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Community Service's Employee of the Quarter for her outstanding efforts
in developing and supervising youth and adult programs at the center, as
well as the quarterly Community Services Program Brochure.
* The Community Services Department summer program brochure will be now
available on May 18th. The summer program runs June through August
and includes activities for all ages.
* The WSDOT will begin painting the Bronson Way Bridge on June 1st and
the project should be completed in five to six weeks. One lane in each
direction will be closed to vehicular traffic during work hours, and the
bridge sidewalk will be closed to pedestrian traffic.
* WSDOT has awarded the City a $225,000 grant for the S. 2nd St. safety
improvement project. The funds will be used to install traffic signal mast
arms.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. At the request of Councilman Edwards, item 9.b. was removed for
separate consideration.
City Clerk: Establishing City Clerk recommended approval of an ordinance establishing first priority for
Priority for the Master Zoning the Master Zoning Use Table in the event of a conflict between the master table
Use Table and the individual use tables found throughout Title IV of City Code. Council
concur. (See page 179 for ordinance.)
Human Services: 2000 CDBG Human Services Division recommended acceptance of the 2000 Community
Funds Development Block Grant funds in the estimated amount of$350,420. Council
concur.
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Police: Jail Inmate Health Police Department recommended approval of Addendum#1 to CAG-99-044,
Services Extension, contract with Occupational Health Services (Public Hospital District No. 1) for
Occupational Health Services, jail medical services to extend the agreement from April 1, 1999 through
CAG-99-044,Adden. #1-99 March 31, 2000. The annual cost has increased from $102,700 to $110,916.
Refer to Public Safety Committee.
Public Works: Downtown& Water Utility Division submitted CAG-97-131, Downtown and Springbrook
Springbrook Springs Springs Corrosion Control Facilities project; and recommended approval of the
Corrosion Control Facilities, project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$108.61,
Harbor Pacific Contractors, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of
CAG-97-131 $68,106.19 to Harbor Pacific Contractors if all required releases are obtained.
Council concur.
Public Works: South Renton Wastewater Utility Division submitted CAG-97-115, South Renton Sewer
Sewer Replacement, Gary Replacement project; and recommended approval of the project, authorization
Merlino Construction Co., for final pay estimate in the amount of$68,025.95, commencement of 60-day
CAG-97-115 lien period, and release of retained amount of$51,227.43 to Gary Merlino
Construction Co., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council
concur.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM
9.b. FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration Executive Department recommended approval of Amendment#1 to CAG-98- woo
Item 9.b. 160, contract with the Renton Reporter to publish CitySource (Renton's
Executive: CitySource newsletter to its citizens) to change the publication schedule from two pages
Publication Schedule (Renton once per month to one page every other week.
Reporter), CAG-98-160, Councilman Edwards said that he would like Council to preview what the
Adden. #1-99
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revised format for CitySource will look like. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE MATTER REGARDING
CHANGING THE PUBLICATION SCHEDULE OF CITYSOURCE TO THE
�.. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
RESOLUTIONS Council meeting of 05/24/99 for second and final reading:
City Clerk: Establishing An ordinance was read amending Section 4-2-050.0 of Chapter 1, Land Use
Priority for the Master Zoning Districts, of Title 1V (Development Regulations) of City Code by clarifying
Use Table priority in the event that the Master Zoning Use Table and individual use tables
conflict. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 05/24/99. CARRIED.
City Volunteer Recognition Councilman Parker announced that the Volunteer Recognition Dinner held last
Dinner week was a success. He commented that the dinner was a tribute to the
approximately 800 City volunteers.
NEW BUSINESS MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
Citizen Comment: COUNCIL REFER THE LETTER RECEIVED FROM THE KING COUNTY
Bissonnette - King County's DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES REGARDING UPDATING
Solid Waste Plan THE COUNTY'S SOLID WASTE PLAN TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
SCA: Councilmember Councilman Edwards congratulated Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler on being
Keolker-Wheeler to serve as recently elected to the office of Secretary for the Suburban Cities Association.
Secretary
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:22 p.m.
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BRENDA FRITSVOLD, Deputy City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
May 17, 1999
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the Cit} Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 17, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Mon., 5/24 Cascade Water Alliance;
(Parker) 6:30 p.m. Update on Leasing of Historic City Hall
COMMUNITY SERVICES
(Nelson)
FINANCE MON., 5/24 Vouchers;
(Edwards) 5:45 p.m. Gambling Taxes;
Apprenticeship Set-Aside Program
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT THURS., 5/20 Taco Time & CC Zone Amendments;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Residential Multi-Family Urban; mod
Bethlehem Lutheran Church Tree-cutting
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 5/24 Occupational Health Contract
(Schlitzer) 5:30 p.m.
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION)
(Colman)
UTILITIES THURS., 5/20 Tony's Cleaners Relocation
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m.
Now
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
May 20, 1999
Thursday, 11:00 a.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Regional Wastewater Services Plan
a. Background briefing by City of Renton Utilities Systems Division
b. Remarks from Metropolitan King County Councilmember Rob McKenna
c. Remarks from other Metropolitan King County Councilmembers
4. ADJOURNMENT
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Special Meeting
May 20, 1999 Council Chambers
Thursday, 11:00 a.m. MINUTES City Hall woo
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; BOB EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN;
TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
Councilman Bob Edwards was not present for roll call but arrived at 11:13 a.m.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; SUSAN CARLSON, Administrator of Economic Development,
Neighborhoods& Strategic Planning; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services
Administrator; LYS HORNSBY,Utility Systems Director; BETTY NOKES,
Economic Development Director;VICTORIA RUNKLE, Finance&
Information Services Administrator; PAUL KUSAKABE, Fiscal Services
Director; FRED KAUFMAN, Hearing Examiner; DENNIS CULP,Facilities
Director; JIM GRAY, Assistant Fire Marshall; DAVID CHRISTENSEN,
Utility Engineering Supervisor; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Mayor Tanner explained that the special meeting was called to discuss
Metro: Regional Wastewater proposed amendments to King County's Regional Wastewater Services Plan.
Services Plan David Christensen,Utility Engineering Supervisor,provided a brief Rod
background of this issue. King County has been working for several years to
decide how wastewater needs will be addressed over the next 40 years. Four
service strategies were originally developed, of which King County Executive
Ron Sims supports#3, which entails building a new treatment plant. The
Regional Water Quality Committee concurred in the Executive's
recommendation, with minor amendments to the plan's financial and
implementation policies. This plan was also approved by the City of Renton.
Mr. Christensen then described the common elements shared among the
strategies, as well as their differences. The primary choice is whether to
expand the two existing treatment plants (the East plant, located in Renton, and
the West Point plant in Seattle), or build a new plant in the north end of the
county. Renton has taken the position that its plant should not have to handle
more than 135 million gallons per day(average flow).
Concluding that this matter is now before the Metropolitan King County
Council, Mr. Christensen said 41 amendments are also undergoing review.
Council President Parker noted the arrival of Councilman Edwards at 11:13
a.m.
Responding to Mr. Parker, Mr. Christensen said the Eastside conveyance
system is different from Seattle's because the systems on the Eastside are not
combined systems. Seattle's system,which is much older, was built to handle
both sewer and stormwater and still does.
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Mr. Parker questioned why service strategy#1, which includes expanding West
Point to 159 million gallons per day (mgd) is still on the table if service
strategy#2 was abandoned for the reason that a West Point expansion isn't
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possible. Mr. Christensen explained that Renton believes expanding West
Point would probably not be feasible, since the county would first have to
demonstrate that no other reasonable provisions were available.
*am Mayor Tanner noted that overflows do occur at the Renton plant as well as at
West Point, although the ones at the East plant are not planned. He emphasized
that if West Point cannot be expanded and a north plant is delayed, all growth
would have to be handled by the Renton plant until 2020. Renton's
Administration and City Council have previously gone on record as stating that
such a scenario would not be acceptable.
Mayor Tanner reported that earlier this week,he was informed that several
County Councilmembers had developed an alternate service strategy that was
unlike any already considered. After talking with Metropolitan King County
Councilman Rob McKenna regarding this new proposal,Mayor Tanner
determined the plan to be unacceptable since its central point is that the north
plant be delayed until 2020. Mayor Tanner added that because this issue has
tremendous implications for the City of Renton; he called a special meeting so
all Councilmembers could receive the same information on the new strategy
proposal.
Mayor Tanner then invited County Councilman Rob McKenna to speak to this
matter.
Mr. McKenna said contrary to information given to Renton authorities,no
striker ordinance has been prepared on this subject and furthermore,he had no
intent to present one. He did, however, have a summary of the proposed
amendments. Although he agreed that the County must build a north end
treatment plant,Mr. McKenna doubted whether this could be accomplished by
�. 2010 considering the amount of work to be done, including siting the plant,
conducting the feasibility, securing permits, and actual construction. He
therefore felt that Renton deserved mitigation for its current expansion and any
additional ones, as well as certain guarantees (for example, if Renton accepted
one more expansion, it would not have to accept another).
Turning to his eight specific proposals, Mr. McKenna commented on each one,
as follows:
1. The Renton plant not be expanded beyond 135 mgd without the prior
consent of the City of Renton. Referring to a comment from Renton's city
attorney that this may not be enforceable,Mr. McKenna clarified that he does
not support service strategy#1 or#313, since he believes that landbanking
would be insufficient. Instead, he favored adopting a schedule that would
move the County forward on this matter while providing flexibility in the event
that the north plant isn't finished by 2010.
2. Ensure that any community which takes additional treatment capacity
receives mitigation not only for the physical plant impacts,but also mitigation
to enhance the community. Mr. McKenna noted that the City of Seattle
received $10 million as mitigation for the West Point expansion, among other
mitigation.
3. Mitigation to Renton for community enhancements for the impacts of the
current capacity expansion, Eastside interceptor repair, and expansion to 135
Mom mgd shall be the greater of 10% of total project costs or a cumulative total of
$10 million for the three projects. Mr. McKenna acknowledged that Renton
may not consider this amount of mitigation to be sufficient, and he suggested
that it establish what it would believe to be an appropriate level.
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4. King County shall investigate all potential technologies for odor control and
at the time of treatment plant capacity expansion,provide a report to council
which identifies those technologies which provide best available odor control at
that time. now
5. The Renton treatment plant shall not be expanded beyond 115 mgd(current
capacity) without implementation of the best available odor control technology
for the entire facility. Mr. McKenna said this amendment would ensure
commitment on the county's part to implement improvements to reduce odor.
6. No parallel Eastside interceptor shall be constructed in the future. Mr.
McKenna described this as a promise to Renton not contained in the
Executive's preferred plan.
7. Establish start dates for the north treatment plant for major activity (e.g.,
siting, feasibility, construction,etc.). Mr. McKenna said while he did not
suggest waiting until 2020 to construct the north plant, he nevertheless wanted
some protection against the likelihood that the north plant won't be completed
by 2010.
8. The guarantees regarding plant size, mitigation, odor control and no parallel
Eastside interceptor shall be incorporated into a binding settlement agreement
or consent decree between King County and the City of Renton.
Mr. McKenna added that he believed that the Executive's plan does not contain
adequate provision for overflows in the north end. The City of Kenmore, in
particular, fears complications in the event that a north plant is not finished by
2010. A possible solution being studied is the idea of building holding tanks to
temporarily store overflows during peak periods. Once the necessary capacity
was available, the stored wastewater could then be treated. Now
On a related subject, Mr. McKenna noted that the Washington State legislature
has so far refused to raise the existing hookup charge. Thus,the question of
how the new plant will be paid for must be determined before steps are taken to
build it. Adding that he did not advocate expanding West Point because such a
proposal would result in a protracted legal fight, he concluded that the proposed
amendments would guard against liability in the event that the north plant is not
finished by 2010.
Mayor Tanner said that it might not be enough to have a friendly consent
decree between the County and Renton, stating certain terms of agreement
outlined earlier by Mr. McKenna. Renton might be better protected by an
adversarial settlement agreement, which would be more enforceable. He
concurred with Mr. McKenna's proposed environmental mitigation, adding that
he has already gone on record supporting the idea of storing overflow in
Kenmore and continued to believe that any adopted plan should include this
provision.
Referring to the proposed capacity surcharge for new hookups, Mayor Tanner
said an additional $0.30 charge on a$30 sewer bill by 2030 is not significant
and does not represent a fatal flaw in any of the plans. He emphasized that by
2020,King County's population could rise by 1 million, adding 500,000 new
sewer customers to the system. The projected 387 mgd peak flow would
exceed all of Renton's capacity. Mayor Tanner was adamant that Renton will
not agree to a deliberate delay of the north plant until 2020. Now
Mr. McKenna reiterated that it would be wise to have some contingency plans
in place in case the north plant isn't finished by 2010. These might include
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flow agreements with neighboring sewer districts to the north as well as the
previously-discussed storage tanks to ensure protection to 2015 or 2016.
Mayor Tanner emphasized his desire for assurance that work on the north plant
will start immediately and be pursued with all vigor. Mr. McKenna agreed that
the County must assure relief from sewer overflows for the north end
communities. I Ic felt that his plan also provided greater protections and
benefits to the suburbs.
Councilman Edwards was concerned that no amendments be proposed that
might jeopardize, in any way,the building of a north plant.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler wondered if,by developing contingency
plans in the event that the north plant isn't finished by 2010, that the County
would be planning to fail. Mr. McKenna replied that his proposals merely
provide a fallback to the most optimistic schedule for building the plant. He
felt it would be prudent to establish some kind of buffer,noting that strict
adherence to an inflexible deadline will oftentimes increase a project's cost.
Mayor Tanner invited other Metropolitan King County Councilmembers to
comment on this issue.
King County Councilman Dwight Pelz praised the Executive's plan as a wise
act of leadership. He said it was critical not to have an excuse for not achieving
the goal of having the north end plant completed and operational by 2010. He
added that next year the County will again ask the State legislature for an
increase in the capacity charge.
King County Councilman Larry Phillips spoke to the need of a third treatment
plant to ensure regional equity. Saying that Kenmore's concerns relating to
.�. overflows can be addressed without a new interceptor,he feared that
constructing a new interceptor could negatively impact West Point and even
result in plans for a third plant being abandoned. Mr. Phillips agreed that
constructing storage facilities at a minimal cost was a good idea and could
provide a three-to five-year buffer should the north plant be delayed for any
reason.
Christy True from King County's Department of Natural Resources relayed
King County Executive Ron Sims' strong belief that the region cannot defer the
investment of the north plant,but rather that this must be built as soon as
possible. The Executive would, of course,want to investigate whether flow
transfers and overflow storage would provide additional protection for north-
end customers. She emphasized that the system will require more capacity by
2013; perhaps as late as 2015 with flow transfers. Ms. True concluded that
constructing a new Kenmore interceptor would be problematic and that such a
facility would likely not be available in time to ensure protection for the
northern communities.
Pam Bissonnette, Director of King County's Department of Natural Resources,
emphasized that the current financing plan does not assume a higher capacity
charge but rather is based on the existing capacity charge. She stated that
having a deadline for a public works project is crucial, and that the County
Executive remains committed to a 2010 deadline for completion of the north
plant. Ms. Bissonnette said a decision must be made on this issue as soon as
possible, particularly as the Department of Ecology is already concerned that a
.... plan has yet to be adopted, and has threatened a moratorium on new hook-ups.
Responding to Councilman Clawson, Ms. True said County staff believe it is
possible to meet the 2010 deadline for construction of the new plant.
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Councilman Schlitzer asked how close the Kenmore interceptor is to failing.
Ms. True replied that this facility is about 30 years old. Regular inspections
confirm that it remains one of the best pipes in the system in terms of its
integrity. Pipelines such as this can last up to or even longer than 100 years WMW
with proper maintenance.
Council President Parker asked how Mr. McKenna's proposed amendments
differ from the Executive's preferred plan with respect to environmental
mitigation, odor control, and guarantees relating to expansion of the Renton
plant or the Eastside interceptor.
Ms. True said the Executive's proposed mitigation across all the service
strategies is, overall, about 10% depending on specific project components. It
includes basic levels of odor control at all facilities. It does not include plans
for a parallel Eastside interceptor, although it notes that the portion in
downtown Renton which was damaged by an earthquake will have to be
repaired. Finally, it does not include any expansion of the Renton plant beyond
135 mgd based on current population projections.
Councilman Schlitzer was concerned that the many amendments being
proposed to the Executive's plan are hindering the process. Mr. McKenna
replied that the County is still on track to adopt a plan to send to the Regional
Water Quality Committee by its June meeting.
Mr. Schlitzer said he was not worried so much about having guarantees for
what could be considered internal workings as he was about having a definite
start and finish date for the north treatment plant.
Mr. Phillips agreed with Mr. Schlitzer that some of the proposed amendments
address issues that can be taken up at a later date. He concurred that it would moo
not be constructive at this time to debate changes (e.g., whether to develop
water reuse at the Ballard Locks as a priority reuse project)that,while
important, are tangential to the central issue of capacity.
Councilman Corman supported Mr. McKenna's suggestion to have a series of
deadlines for completing the north plant, since he felt this would be more
effective than having a single deadline of 2010. He worried that some County
Councilmembers might view Mr. McKenna's amendments as laying the
groundwork for something other than a third plant option, which would be a
departure from what is being proposed.
Responding to Mr. Corman,Mayor Tanner said he did not object to any of Mr.
McKenna's proposed amendments so long as the deadline for completion of the
north plant remains 2010. He emphasized that the region needs the extra
capacity, and it needs it by 2010. He added that, in his view, if the County
approves a plan which delays construction of a third plant until 2020, it would
in fact be committing itself to a two-plant option.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
REAFFIRM ITS AUTHORIZATION TO MAYOR TANNER TO SUPPORT
THE METROPOLITAN KING COUNTY EXECUTIVE'S PREFERRED
THREE-PLANT OPTION FOR THE REGIONAL WASTEWATER
SERVICES PLAN.*
Councilmen Corman and Edwards noted that this motion is wholly neutral with
respect to Mr. McKenna's proposed amendments, some o1'which could be very
beneficial to Renton.
*MOTION CARRIED.
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ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 12:52 p.m.
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MARILYWJ.WrERSEN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
Date: 5/20/99
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AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
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REGULAR MEETING VON
May 24, 1999
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF MAY 17, 1999
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Police Department Volunteer Recognitions
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
6. AUDIENCE COMMENT (Speakers must sign up prior to the Council meeting. Each speaker is
allowed five minutes. The comment period will be limited to one-half hour. The second audience
comment period later on in the agenda is unlimited in duration.)
When you are recognized by the Presiding Officer, please walk to the podium and state your name and
address for the record, SPELLING YOUR LAST NAME.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Council members in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Council member.
a. Mayor Tanner reappoints Becky Lemke, 415 Cedar Ave. S., Renton, 98055, to the Planning
Commission for a three-year term expiring 6/30/2002. Council concur.
b. City Clerk reports bid opening on 5/18/99 for CAG-99-059, South Renton Sanitary Sewer
Replacement (Phase 2); ten bids; engineer's estimate $1,447,879.09; and submits staff
recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, Gary Merlino Construction Co., in the
total amount of$1,180,783.04. Council concur.
c. Human Services Division recommends setting a public hearing on June 7, 1999, on the 1998 Local
Law Enforcement Block Grant. Council concur.
d. Transportation Systems Division submits CAG-97-099, Monster Road Bridge replacement; and
requests approval of the project, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of the retainage
bond to C.A. Carey Corp., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
e. Transportation Division submits CAG-98-029, 1998 Street Overlay project; and requests approval
of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of$19,198, commencement of 60-
day lien period, and release of retained amount of$18,863.01 to M.A. Segale, Inc., contractor, if all
required releases are obtained. Council concur.
f. Transportation Division submits CAG-98-096, Scour Remediation for the May Creek Bridge &
Oakesdale Ave. SW Drainage Ditch Culvert; and requests approval of the project, commencement
of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of$1,810.06 to Kohl Excavating, Inc.,
contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
g. Transportation Division submits CAG-98-090, Williams and Wells Avenues Bridge Painting; and
requests approval of the project, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained
amount of$4,794.58 to A&A Coatings, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained.
Council concur.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
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9. OLD BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the
chairman if further review is necessary.
"W a. Committee of the Whole: Cascade Water Alliance; Update on Leasing of Historic City Hall
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers; Gambling Taxes; Apprenticeship Set-Aside Program
c. Public Safety Committee: Occupational Health Contract*
d. Utilities Committee: Tony's Cleaners Relocation
10. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Authorizing a contract with Occupational Health Services (see 9.c.)
Ordinance for second and reading:
Establishing priority for the Master Zoning Use Table (Ist reading 5/17/99)
11. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded
information)
12. AUDIENCE COMMENT
13. ADJOURNMENT
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
6:30 p.m.
Council Conference Room
1. Cascade Water Alliance
2. Update on Leasing of Historic City Hall
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6/07/99 —Two-Year Spending Plan for 1998 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Funds
6/07/99—Residential Multi-Family Urban "Zoning Code Amendments m
od
6/14/99 —Amendments to the Convenience Commercial (CC)Zone
6/14/99 —Taco Time Development Agreement
6/14/99 — Extension of Moratorium on Adult Retail Uses
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
r.s May 24, 1999 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Municipal Building
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF KING PARKER, Council President; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
COUNCILMEMBERS WHEELER; BOB EDWARDS; TONI NELSON; RANDY CORMAN;
TIMOTHY SCHLITZER.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City
Clerk; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; GREGG
ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; MICHAEL
KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning; LYS
HORNSBY, Utility Systems Director; ABDOUL GAFOUR, Water Utility
Supervisor; DEREK TODD, Finance Analyst; AUDREY MOORE, Community
Program Coordinator; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
COUNCIL MINUTES THE MINUTES OF MAY 17, 1999 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Chief of Police Garry Anderson and Community Program Coordinator Audrey
Police Department Volunteer Moore presented awards to the following Police Department volunteers, in
Recognitions recognition of the valuable contributions they make to the department's
operations and services:
Connie Smith, who was chosen as the Volunteer of the First Quarter for 1999;
Eugene Olson, who has donated 500 hours of service since March, 1996; Tom
Flewin, who has donated 1,500 hours of service in the last six years and who
was chosen as an employee of the quarter last year; and Inez Oakley, who has
given 3,000 hours of service since she began volunteering in June of 1987.
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1999 and beyond. Items noted
included:
• A special City Council meeting held on Thursday, May 20th regarding the
Regional Wastewater Services Plan will be re-cablecast daily through the
end of June.
• Metro Pacific Community Credit Union donated $500 to the City's
scholarship program administered by the Human Services Division.
On Friday May 21,Renton's Fire Department presented a DUI
consequence drill at Liberty High School in cooperation with the Issaquah
School District, Renton's Police Department and the King County Sheriff's
Department.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Appointment: Planning Mayor Tanner reappointed Becky Lemke,415 Cedar Ave. S., Renton, 98055, to
Commission the Planning Commission for a three-year term expiring 6/30/2002. Council
concur.
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CAG: 99-059, South Renton City Clerk reported bid opening on 5/18/99 for CAG-99-059, South Renton
Sanitary Sewer Replacement Sanitary Sewer Replacement(Phase 2); ten bids; engineer's estimate
(Phase 2), Gary Merlino $1,447,879.09; and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to
the low bidder, Gary Merlino Construction Co., in the total amount of
$1,180,783.04. Council concur.
Human Services: 1998 Local Human Services Division recommended setting a public hearing on June 7,
Law Enforcement Block Grant 1999 on the 1998 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant. Council concur.
CAG: 97-099, Monster Road Transportation Systems Division submitted CAG-97-099, Monster Road
Bridge Replacement, CA Bridge replacement; and requested approval of the project, commencement of
Carey 60-day lien period, and release of the retainage bond to C.A. Carey Corp.,
contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
CAG: 98-029, 1998 Street Transportation Division submitted CAG-98-029, 1998 Street Overlay project;
Overlay, MA Segale and requested approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the
amount of$19,198, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of
retained amount of$18,863.01 to M.A. Segale, Inc., contractor, if all required
releases are obtained. Council concur.
CAG: 98-096, Scour Transportation Division submitted CAG-98-096, Scour Remediation for the
Remediation for May Creek May Creek Bridge&Oakesdale Ave. SW Drainage Ditch Culvert; and
Bridge &Oakesdale Drainage requested approval of the project, commencement of 60-day lien period, and
Ditch Culvert,Kohl release of retained amount of$1,810.06 to Kohl Excavating, Inc., contractor, if
Excavating all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
CAG: 98-090,Willams Transportation Division submitted CAG-98-090,Williams and Wells Avenues
&Wells Avenues Bridge Bridge Painting; and requests approval of the project, commencement of 60-
Painting,A&A Coatings day lien period, and release of retained amount of$4,794.58 to A&A Coatings,
Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President King Parker presented a Committee of the Whole report
Committee of the Whole regarding work required in the former city hall building. The Committee of the
Parks: Former City Hall Whole recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation to proceed with
Repair and Remodeling the repair and remodeling work necessary to improve the condition of the
former city hall. This work will be subject to the guidelines contained in the
staff report on this subject. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Vice Chair Schlitzer presented a majority committee report
Public Works: Tony's regarding Tony's Cleaners business relocation incentive. The Committee met
Cleaners Relocation twice to consider the request from Tony's Cleaners for an increase in business
Assistance(Aquifer Protection relocation incentive and for the disbursement of payment prior to incurring
Regulations) relocation expenses. A majority of the Committee recommended the
following:
1. Not authorize an increase in the total relocation incentive from the current
maximum limit of$60,000; and
2. Not disburse the relocation incentive payment until the applicant submits
verification of relocation expenses. As an alternate, the City can deposit the
remaining balance of relocation incentive funds into an escrow account. The
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funds can only be disbursed to cover the costs incurred by the applicant as
allowed by the administrative rule for the business relocation assistance
program. The estimated remaining relocation funds balance is $36,000.
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The City's offer of the$60,000 payment is an incentive for business owners to
expedite the relocation of their business out of Zone 1 of the Aquifer Protection
Area by the end of 1999,thereby reducing the risk of contamination of the
Now aquifer. The relocation incentive was not intended to compensate for all
relocation costs or to buy out existing businesses.
Staff will work with the applicant and the applicant's lending institution to
assure that funds are available for use consistent with City Code and with the
administrative rules regarding the business relocation assistance program. All
agreements related to the disbursement of funds will be subject to the review
and approval of the City Attorney. (The minority committee report follows.)
Public Works: Tony's Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a minority committee report
Cleaners Relocation regarding Tony's Cleaners business relocation incentive. The Committee met
Assistance (Aquifer Protection twice to consider the request from Tony's Cleaners for an increase in business
Regulations) relocation incentive and for the disbursement of payment prior to incurring
relocation expenses. A minority of the committee recommended the following:
1. Authorize an increase in the total relocation incentive from the current
maximum limit of$60,000 to $74,000; and
2. Not disburse the relocation incentive payment until the applicant submits
verification of relocation expenses. As an alternate, the City can deposit the
remaining balance of relocation incentive funds into an escrow account. The
funds can only be disbursed to cover the costs incurred by the applicant as
allowed by the business relocation assistance program administrative rules.
With Council concurrence, the Chair further requested that the Administration
prepare an ordinance for Council's consideration that would amend the City
�.. Code to raise the maximum relocation incentive to $74,000. (See later this
page for Council action on,the majority committee report.)
Councilman Clawson felt that the proposal to increase the funds paid to Tony's
Cleaners from $60,000 to $74,000 was reasonable and a fairly good solution to
this situation. He emphasized that the $14,000 under discussion, while not a
large amount to the City, would nonetheless be of great consequence to the
owners of Tony's.
Councilman Parker said although he supported the minority committee report
when this matter was first brought before Council two weeks ago, he now
believed that it was a question of fairness. Noting that all the businesses who
were potentially affected by the Aquifer Protection regulations were given the
same information describing the relocation incentive program, he added that
the City has allowed businesses plenty of time to relocate under this program.
Mr. Parker concluded that he now supported the majority committee report.
MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL APPROVE THE MAJORITY COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Responding to Councilman Edwards, Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler
confirmed that one condition of the administrative rule on this matter states that
Tony's must maintain a business presence in Renton in order to qualify for the
incentive program. The owners can accomplish this by simply having a "drop
shop"where customer orders continue to be processed although the actual
drycleaning is done elsewhere.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Planning & Development Planning &Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
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Committee recommending that a public hearing be set on June 7, 1999 on proposed
Planning: Multi-Family Urban changes to the Multi-Family Urban Zoning Code. These proposed changes
Zoning Code Changes would make several procedural changes in the zoning text. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning: Convenience Planning& Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Commercial (CC)Zone regarding the proposed development agreement and covenants for the area of
Changes the Taco Time headquarters, and proposed amendments to the Convenience
Commercial (CC) zone. First,based on the adopted Planning& Development
Committee report from January 4, 1999, staff has prepared proposed
amendments to the CC zone office allowances as well as minor amendments to
accessory storage in all commercial and industrial zones. A public hearing is
needed in relation to the proposed amendments.
Second, also based on the adopted committee report, staff in conjunction with
the City Attorney have prepared a proposed development agreement for the
Taco Time corporation and property owner. The development agreement is
based on the ultimate adoption of CC zone amendments regarding allowances
for existing, legal administrative headquarters offices with minor parking and
square footage allowances. The agreement would include Environmental
Review Committee mitigation measures. Since the proposed development
agreement changed substantially since the time of the Planning Commission's
public hearing last September 1998, another public hearing should be held.
Last, as another implementation of the last adopted committee report, the City
Attorney has prepared covenants for the Conrad properties to be redesignated
from Residential Single Family/R-8 to Residential Options/R-10. Other
covenants have been prepared related to ERC mitigation measures for the
Cedar River Barbershop and Market which would be redesignated from
Residential Single Family/R-8 to Convenience Commercial (CC).
The Planning and Development Committee also recommended two public
hearings be held on the same evening for the CC zone amendments, and for the
proposed Taco Time development agreement. The recommended hearing date
for both items would be June 14, 1999.
The Committee also recommended approval of the proposed covenants for the
Conrad and the Cedar River Market and Barbershop properties. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilman Schiltzer explained that his"no"vote reflected his opposition to
the expansion of the Taco Time headquarters building, which was approved by
Council in January.
Development Services: Planning &Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report
Bethlehem Lutheran Church regarding the request from Bethlehem Lutheran Church for tree clearing. This
Tree Clearing(Variance issue was heard by the committee on May 20, 1999. Mr. Larry Holcomb,
Request) representing Bethlehem Lutheran Church(1024 Monroe Ave.NE), had
requested that the Council allow the church to vary from the Land Clearing and
Tree Cutting Ordinance by permitting the removal of 24 cottonwood trees
simultaneously, rather than at the rate of six trees per year as allowed by Code.
Four potential options were identified:
1. The church could apply for a hearing examiner variance from the Land
Clearing and Tree Cutting Ordinance in order to allow the simultaneous
clearing of 24 trees.
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2. The church could consult a certified forester, licensed landscape architect, or
an arborist to determine the health and/or hazard potential of the trees. Trees
determined to be unhealthy or hazardous could then be removed without a
variance.
3. The church could remove a maximum number of six trees in a 12-month
period from the site as permitted by Code.
4. The Committee could refer the matter to Strategic Planning for study in
order to determine whether revisions to the Code should be considered.
The Committee discussed these four options with church representatives and
advised them as follows:
1. The committee recognized the applicant's ability to request a variance from
the Hearing Examiner. Such a variance would require the appropriate fees and
submittal materials. However, the Hearing Examiner could only grant the
variance if the applicant met all the variance criteria. It appears unlikely that
such a variance could be justified.
2.. The committee advised the applicant that, according to existing City Code,
they could remove any trees determined to be dead, diseased or hazardous as
certified by a forester, landscape architect or arborist. In addition,up to six
additional trees could be removed in a 12-month period according to the code.
3. The committee advised the church that they could remove up to six trees at
this time and select six trees to be removed 12 months later in accordance with
City Code.
4. Finally, the committee discussed whether the matter should be referred to
Strategic Planning for study and recommendations. This portion of the Code is
currently being reviewed as part of work on the Sensitive Areas Ordinance.
However,because of recent issues such as the listing of certain species of
r.. salmon under the Endangered Species Act, the Code would likely be more
restrictive with regard to tree cutting. Since the code is already under review,
further action to refer this item is unnecessary.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Legal: Adult Bookstore Explaining that the City's ordinance relating to the siting of adult bookstores
Moratorium(Extension) may not be ready before the current moratorium expires, it was MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL SET A
PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 14, 1999, TO CONSIDER EXTENDING
THE MORATORIUM ON ADULT BOOKSTORES. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Edwards presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claim Vouchers 170806 - 171265 and two wire transfers totaling
$2,339,830.33; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 166532 - 166807 and 530
direct deposits in the total amount of$1,312,219.82 on 5/20/99. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Parks: Swimming Pool to Councilman Corman called Council's attention to a recent Seattle Times article
Replace Henry Moses Pool describing a new swimming pool in Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood. The
article stated that the pool was paid for to a large extent by money which
Seattle received from King County as mitigation for building a sewage
treatment plant at Discovery Park. The project also received $50,000 in King
■OV County grants and was additionally funded by private donations in exchange
for personalized concrete tiles installed at the site.
Mayor Tanner agreed to follow up on this, saying he supported the proposal
from King County Councilman Rob McKenna that Renton receive a minimum
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environmental mitigation of 10% of total project costs for both the current
expansion and the next one. Under this proposal,Renton could receive up to
$30 million for community enhancements.
ORDINANCES AND The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
RESOLUTIONS
Ordinance#4782 An ordinance was read amending Section 4-2-050.0 of Chapter 1, Land Use
City Clerk: Establishing Districts, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of City Code by clarifying
Priority for the Master Zoning priority in the event that the Master Zoning Use Table and individual use tables
Use Table conflict. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 30 MINUTES TO DISCUSS LABOR
NEGOTIATIONS. CARRIED. Time: 8:12 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 8:42 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:43 p.m.
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MARIL4PTN, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Brenda Fritsvold
May 24, 1999
CITY COUNCIL, COMMITTEE MEETING CALIF,NDAR
Oliice of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 24, 1999
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Mon., 5/31 No meeting (Memorial Day)
(Parker)
Mon., 6/07 Endangered Species Act —Renton Impact
7:00 p.m. Status Report
COMMUNITY SERVICES TUES., 6/01 Neighborhood Grant Program;
(Nelson) 3:00 p.m. City's I-Net (briefing only);
TCI Cable Rates;
City Source Publication Schedule
FINANCE MON., 6/07 Vouchers
(Edwards) 6:30 p.m.
PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT THURS., 6/03 Kent Potential Annexation Area;
(Keolker-Wheeler) 4:00 p.m. Proposed Parking Amendments for
low Multi-Family Zoning
PUBLIC SAFETY MON., 6/07 Animal Ordinance Issues;
(Schlitzer) 6:00 p.m. Occupational Health Contract
TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) TUES., 6/01 Ramp Metering Agreement
(Corman) 4:00 p.m.
UTILITIES THURS., 6/03 King County's 20-Year Solid Waste Plan
(Clawson) 3:00 p.m. Update;
Centex Homes Latecomer Agreement
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NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room
unless otherwise noted.
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