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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes re: Fireworks Ban 10/7/2015 Print Preview RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting March 22, 2004 March 22, 2004 Council Chambers Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kathy Keolker-Wheeler led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order. ROLL CALL OF DON PERSSON, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; TONI NELSON; COUNCILMEMBERS DAN CLAWSON; DENIS LAW; TERRI BRIERE; MARCIE PALMER. KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; RUSSELL WILSON, Assistant City Attorney; CITY STAFF IN BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, ATTENDANCE Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; SANDRA MEYER, Transportation Systems Director; ALEX PIETSCH, Economic Development Administrator; GIL CERISE, Senior Planner; DEREK TODD, Assistant to the CAO; COMMANDER TIM TROXEL, Police Department. PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and Planning: Auto Mall published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Keolker-Wheeler Area Sign Height opened the public hearing to consider the Auto Mall area sign code Amendment amendment to permit a maximum freestanding sign height of 50 feet for motor vehicle dealerships with more than one acre of property. Gil Cerise, Senior Planner, reported that the current sign code states that freestanding signs must be either the height of the zone or 40 feet, whichever is less. In the Auto Mall area, the maximum height of a building in the Commercial Arterial Zone is 50 feet; therefore, freestanding signs are limited to 40 feet. Mr. Cerise reviewed the boundaries of the Auto Mall area, and explained that motor vehicle dealerships find the existing height limitations too restrictive, as some are located a considerable distance from 1-405. Additionally, some existing signs in the area are taller than the height of the zone. Continuing, Mr. Cerise stated that increasing the visibility of the signs would attract new customers to the Auto Mall area and benefit existing area businesses, thereby promoting the City's economic development policies. Mr. Cerise concluded with the staff recommendation to amend City Code to allow a new maximum freestanding sign height of 50 feet for those motor vehicle dealerships with over one acre of contiguous ownership or control http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 1/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview within the Auto Mall area. Public comment was invited. Robert Bridge, 150 SW 7th Ave., Renton, 98055, stated that his motor vehicle dealership, which employs 100 people, has been in business in Renton since 1981. He described the nature of the retail automobile business and his customer base, noting that he sells 2,800 to 3,000 vehicles annually. He commented that the utilization of an Auto Mall area keeps the automotive community healthy and the standards high. Mr. Bridge emphasized that the new sign height will increase the visibility of his dealership for those travelers exiting 1-405 onto Rainier Ave. S. Additionally, he commented on the look achieved in a community when using the manufacturer's customized auto dealership signs. There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL SUSPEND THE RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT ON THIS SUBJECT. CARRIED. Planning and Development Committee Chair Briere presented a report regarding the Auto Mall area sign height amendment. The Committee met Planning & on March 4, 2004, to review an issue raised by auto dealers within the Auto Development Mall area about their limited visibility from nearby freeways and arterials. Committee Existing sign code governing signs within the Auto Mall area limit the Planning: Auto Mall maximum height to 40 feet. Zoning in the area allows buildings 50 feet in Area Sign Height height. Area dealers feel that 50-foot sign heights would allow signage to Amendment better stand out from nearby buildings and improve visibility from surrounding freeways and arterials. Permitting an additional ten feet of sign height within the Auto Mall area would further distinguish the auto dealerships within this area, and increase visibility of the large auto dealers for automobile traffic passing on 1-405 and SR-167. Limiting the taller signs to auto dealerships over one acre in size would prevent proliferation of a large number of 50-foot signs in this area, and retain the larger auto dealerships which contribute to the economic viability of the City. The Committee recommended amending the portion of the sign code applicable to motor vehicle dealerships with over one acre of contiguous ownership or control located within the Auto Mall area to permit maximum sign heights of 50 feet. The Committee further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter be presented for first reading. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 92 for ordinance.) Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2004 and beyond. Items noted included: http://www.codepubl i shi ng.com/WA/Renton/cgi/m enuCom pi I e.pl 2/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview • The Human Services Division will host a South King County Pre- Application Workshop for Human Services and Capital Funds on March 25th at Carco Theatre. This workshop is for non-profit and public agencies ADMINISTRATIVE interested in applying for 2005-2006 General and Community Development • REPORT Block Grant funds • The Puget Sound Regional Council is honoring the City of Renton with a VISION 2020 Award for its work on the Urban Center North (Boeing) Comprehensive Plan Amendment effort. • The Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs selected the Renton School District for a new program involving the mapping of the facilities and surrounding environment of middle schools and high schools. When completed, each computer-equipped patrol vehicle and fire apparatus will be able to quickly download maps for use by law enforcement and fire departments during emergency responses. AUDIENCE COMMENT Sandel DeMastus, Highlands Community Association (HCA) President, Citizen Comment: 1137 Harrington Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, announced that the developers of DeMastus - Highlands Harrington Square project in the Renton Highlands will speak at the HCA Community meeting on March 25. Additionally, Ms. DeMastus displayed photographs of Association, cub scouts and boy scouts working on the landscaping that surrounds the Highlands Highlands Neighborhood entry sign. Neighborhood Sign Jon E. Troxel, PO Box 1864, Friday Harbor, 98250, 25-year owner of Sunset Vista Apartments (922 Glennwood Ave. NE), submitted a letter addressing several areas of concern regarding the Ron Dee Voo Tavern located next door to his apartment building at 2621 NE Sunset Blvd. The Citizen Comment: concerns include: excessive late night noise, the build-up of junk behind the Troxel - Ron Dee Voo tavern, the placement of trash by the tavern in the apartment building's Tavern Disturbances dumpster, and tavern patrons who litter(beer bottles), sleep behind the (NE Sunset Blvd) tavern, engage in fist fights, and consume alcohol outside of the tavern. Claiming that four apartments are now empty as a direct result of the activities at the tavern, Mr. Troxel stated that this situation has become a financial burden. He urged the City to find a permanent solution to these ongoing problems. Mayor Keolker-Wheeler reported that the Police Department is working on organizing a meeting with tavern and apartment building representatives. She stressed that those who disobey the law will be cited accordingly. Acknowledging that the City has been working on this issue, it was MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS ITEM TO THE ADMINISTRATION, WITH A BRIEFING TO FOLLOW TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Noting the difficulty of the situation, Councilman Clawson commented that the enforcement of criminal law punishes past behavior, whereas the challenge in this situation is to try to stop the future behavior. CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 3/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview Council Meeting Minutes of March 15, Approval of Council meeting minutes of March 15, 2004. Council concur. 2004 City Clerk submitted appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision on the 1800 Appeal: 1800 Jones Jones Avenue Short Plat (SHP-03-095); two appeals filed - one by Darrell Ave Short Plat, Kinzer and Susan Kinzer, 1733 NE 20th St., Renton, 98056; and the other by & Lunsford, SHP-03- Larry and Sue Lunsford, 1716 Jones Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, both 095 accompanied by required fee. Refer to Planning and Development Committee. (See page 90 for related discussion.) Finance and Information Services Department requested approval of the Budget: 2003 Carry 2003 carry forward ordinance in the amount of $12,432,700, which Forward Ordinance increases the 2004 Budget for various funds for the purpose of meeting 2003 obligations in 2004. Refer to Finance Committee. CAG: 03-037, Airport Transportation Systems Division submitted CAG-03-037, 2003 Airport Runway/Taxiway Runway/Taxiway Lighting, Signage and Paving Improvements; and requested approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the Lighting Signage & amount of $3,214.41, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of Paving, Gary Merlino Const Co retained amount of $124,873.36 to Gary Merlino Construction Co., Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur. Utility: Maplewood Water Treatment Water Utility Division recommended approval of a consultant contract with Facility SCADA Reid Instruments in the amount of $76,570.11 to program and test the System, Reid SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) system for the Instruments Maplewood Water Treatment Facility. Council concur. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. A letter was read from Sande! DeMastus, Highlands Community Association Board President, PO Box 2041, Renton, 98059, encouraging CORRESPONDENCE the City to enforce the fireworks ordinance and to educate citizens on the Citizen Comment: types of allowed fireworks. She stated that the six-member board is split on the issue of a fireworks ban, and each member is willing to dedicate time to DeMastus - Fireworks Ban conduct an informal survey to determine the preference of citizens on this issue. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL REFER THIS CORRESPONDENCE TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Councilwoman Briere inquired as to whether the three letters received in reference to the appeals currently before the City Council concerning the Hearing Examiner's decision on the 1800 Jones Avenue Short Plat (SHP- 03-095) are considered new testimony and should not be read by Council. Assistant City Attorney Russell Wilson explained that according to City Appeal: 1800 Jones Code 4-8-110F.3, letters in support of someone's position are allowed if Ave Short Plat, Kinzer they are strictly construed as to refer to the appeal issues; either the & Lunsford, SHP-03- Hearing Examiner is right or he is wrong. However, these three letters do 095 not meet that criteria and should not be allowed, as they are considered http://www.codepubl ishi ng.com/VVA/Renton/cgi/m enuCom pi I e.pl 4/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview new or additional testimony (City Code 4-8-110F.5). In response to Councilman Corman's comment that the subject letters were included in the Councilmembers'folders, Mr. Wilson stated that Mr. Corman's confession that he read the letters is sufficient to purge any sort of taint. The letters were then collected from the Councilmembers. Council President Persson reported that the topics discussed during the Council's annual planning workshop held on March 2 and 3, included: City Code enforcement and nuisance abatement program and positions; OLD BUSINESS enhanced Police Department operations program and positions; Airport Council: Retreat operations positions; position reclassification funding; additional firefighter Report (3/2 & position; Information Systems Division project manager position; probation 3/3/2004) officer assistant position; Edlund/Korum property acquisition and maintenance funding; 200 Mill Building chiller purchase; Parks Maintenance Facility reserve funding; restoration of transportation, parks, and fire mitigation funds; Heather Downs park development reserve funding; fire engine purchase and equipment rental fund; neighborhood fireworks discussions; appropriation for Renton Historical Museum and Roxy sign restoration; retaining of zoning related to gambling; design guidelines (related to development); retaining of public ownership of Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad right-of-way; work on annexation issues; preparation of Initiative 864 options; improving communication and outreach within the community; and modifications to Renton's Business Plan. Finance Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding bad debt write off. The Finance and Information Services Department (FIS) submitted to the Finance Committee a list of bad debts totaling $95,100.55. FIS, as well as the City's collection agency, attempted to collect these debts Finance Committee for over 24 months without success. Of the total amount of bad debts, Finance: Bad Debt $4,281.47 is the total of 17 Non-Sufficient Funds checks that were written Write Off either to the Community Center, Maplewood Golf Course, Police Department, or Planning/Building/Public Works Department. The remaining uncollectible debts total $90,819.08. This total consists of uncollectible utility accounts that have been closed for various reasons, including bankruptcy and business closures. The Committee recommended granting FIS the authority to write off the total bad debt of$95,100.55, and authorizing FIS to make the necessary accounting adjustments to remove these debts as owing on the City's financial records. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.* Councilman Corman thanked the Administration for its one last effort to collect some more debt at Council's request on February 9, which resulted in the collection of approximately $1,000. He added that the Committee supports the Administration pursuing means to prevent the accrual of bad debt. *MOTION CARRIED. http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 5/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview Finance Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending approval of Claim Vouchers 224814 -225248 and one wire transfer totaling Finance: Vouchers $2,452,011.51; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 49621 -49854, one wire transfer and 572 direct deposits totaling $1,836,021.13. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Community Services: Councilman Corman thanked City staff for their prompt response to a May Creek Trail, Boy request from a Boy Scout troop leader regarding the continuance of the Scout Project scout's May Creek Trail restoration project. In response to Councilman Clawson's inquiry, Mayor Keolker-Wheeler stated Finance: Business that the Administration is investigating the legal requirements pertaining to Licenses, Apartment the City's business license requirement for multi-unit dwellings, and will Owners bring forth a recommendation to Council. In the meantime, compliance to this requirement is not being pursued. Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report regarding Renton Ave. S. traffic operations. The Committee recommended Transportation that Council authorize the following traffic revisions on Renton Ave. S.: (Aviation) Committee 1. Prohibit parking for approximately 120 feet initially in the vicinity of the Transportation: crest vertical curve at 532, 530, and 526 Renton Ave. S. After evaluation of Renton Ave S Traffic the effect on the safety of two-way traffic, additional parking prohibition Safety and/or striping may be installed. 2. Investigate warrants for additional stop signs and install stop signs as required at: S. 3rd St. and Cedar Ave. S., S. 3rd St. and Renton Ave. S., and Renton Ave. S. and Beacon Way S. 3. Investigate warrants for crosswalks and install crosswalks as required at Renton Ave. S. and S. 7th St., and Renton Ave. S. and S. 3rd St. 4. Install an additional "yield to uphill traffic" sign. The Committee further recommended that staff revisit this issue to make sure traffic safety issues are resolved. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. ORDINANCES AND The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the RESOLUTIONS Council meeting of 4/05/2004 for second and final reading: An ordinance was read amending Section 4-4-100 of Chapter 4, Citywide Property Development Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of Planning: Auto Mall City Code to allow freestanding sign height of 50 feet for motor vehicle Area Sign Height dealerships with over one acre of contiguous ownership or control located Amendment within the Auto Mall area. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 4/05/2004. CARRIED. NEW BUSINESS Councilman Persson reported receipt of e-mail from Sandel DeMastus, Citizen Comment: Highlands Community Association President, PO Box 2041, Renton, 98059, DeMastus - Gas regarding gas powered motor scooter safety issues. MOVED BY Powered Motor PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS Scooters CORRESPONDENCE TO THE ADMINISTRATION. CARRIED. http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 6/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview Councilman Persson reported receipt of a letter from Diane O. Paholke, Pro-Flight Aviation, Inc. President, 243 W. Perimeter Rd. Renton, 98055, Citizen Comment: requesting the removal or thinning of trees located between Perimeter Rd. Paholke -Airport W. and Rainier Ave. S. at the Airport. She stated that the tree debris pose Trees, Safety Hazard a safety hazard to aircraft, as do the birds that the trees attract. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THIS CORRESPONDENCE TO THE ADMINISTRATION. CARRIED. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN. ADJOURNMENT CARRIED. Time: 8:39 p.m. Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk Recorder: Michele Neumann March 22, 2004 RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting April 26, 2004 April 26, 2004 Council Chambers Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pro Tem Don Persson led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order. DON PERSSON, Mayor Pro Tem; MARCIE PALMER; TERRI BRIERE, ROLL CALL OF Council President Pro Tem; DENIS LAW; DAN CLAWSON; TONI COUNCILMEMBERS NELSON. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMEMBER RANDY CORMAN. CARRIED. JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, CITY STAFF IN Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; ALEX PIETSCH, Economic ATTENDANCE Development Administrator; VICTORIA RUNKLE, Finance and Information Services Administrator; CHIEF LEE WHEELER AND DEPUTY CHIEF LARRY RUDE, Fire Department; DEREK TODD, Assistant to the CAO; COMMANDER FLOYD ELDRIDGE, Police Department. A proclamation by Mayor Keolker-Wheeler was read declaring the week of PROCLAMATION May 2 to 8, 2004, to be "Teacher Appreciation Week" in the City of Renton, Teacher Appreciation encouraging all citizens to honor teachers and recognize their vital Week- May 2 to 8, contributions to Renton's youth. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY 2004 LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED. http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 7/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview Marcie Maxwell, Chair of the Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce's Community Development Committee and President of the Renton School District's Board of Directors; and Sara Garner, Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce Communications and Marketing Director, accepted the proclamation. Ms. Maxwell thanked the City for recognizing teachers, saying they serve this community very well. She also announced that the Ahead of the Class Awards Program, which recognizes individuals or teams of outstanding Renton teachers, will be held on May 4th at the Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center. Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2004 and beyond. Items noted included: • The third grade students from the Renton School District descended today on Renton City Hall and several other City locations for the beginning ADMINISTRATIVE of the annual third grade tours. REPORT • The Renton Youth Symphony Orchestra will perform a spring concert at Carco Theatre on May 2nd. • On May 5th and 6th, a joint training session between the Renton Fire Department and the Boeing Fire Department will be conducted at the Renton Municipal Airport. These training sessions are helpful in improving the coordination between the two fire departments when responding to airport emergencies. CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Council Meeting Minutes of April 19, Approval of Council meeting minutes of April 19, 2004. Council concur. 2004 CAG: 04-037, Talbot City Clerk reported bid opening on 4/20/2004 for CAG-04-037, Talbot Hill Water Main Replacement Project Phase 1; eight bids; engineer's estimate Hill Water Main Replacement, Buno $603,024; and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the Construction low bidder, Buno Construction, LLC, in the amount of $500,855.36. Council concur. Finance: Springbrook Finance and Information Services Department recommended approval of a Utility Billing System contract in the amount of$68,000 with Bardsley Associates Inc. to Upgrade, Bardsley implement the Springbrook Utility Billing System software upgrade. Refer to Associates Finance Committee. Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department Annexation: Carlo, recommended a public hearing be set on 5/10/2004 to consider the 136th Ave SE & proposed R-8 (Residential - eight dwelling units per acre) prezoning for the 140th Ave SE Carlo Annexation; 37 acres bounded by 136th Ave. SE, 140th Ave. SE, NE 3rd St., and SE 135th St. Council concur. Transportation Systems Division submitted CAG-03-154, 2003 Downtown CAG: 03-154, Sidewalk and Curb Ramp; and requested approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of $6,764, http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 8/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview Downtown Sidewalk commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of & Curb Ramp, R&J $8,610.34 to R&J Landscape and Construction, Inc., contractor, if all Landscape and required releases are obtained. Approval was also sought to transfer an Construction additional $16,000 from the Walkway Program and Fund 317 to close out this project. Refer to Transportation Committee. Transportation: Fund Transportation Systems Division recommended approval to amend the 2004 317 Allocation (King Transportation Capital Improvement Fund 317 to allocate $2,216,000 in County Mitigation King County mitigation revenue to specific projects. Council concur. (See Funds) page 130 for ordinance.) Utility: Maplewood Utility Systems Division recommended acceptance of a 20-year Public Works Water Treatment Trust Fund Construction Loan in the amount of $5,150,000 at an interest Improvements, rate of 1/2%, for the Maplewood Water Treatment and Golf Course PWTF Loan Improvements Project. Council concur. (See page 129 for resolution.) Utility: Sunset Sewer Utility Systems Division recommended approval of a contract in the amount Interceptor Phase III of $132,878 with Roth Hill Engineering Partners, LLC for pre-design services Design, Roth Hill for the Sunset Sewer Interceptor Phase III Project. Council concur. Engineering Partners MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. Finance Committee Vice Chair Law presented a report recommending OLD BUSINESS approval of Claim Vouchers 225845 -226280 and one wire transfer totaling Finance Committee $2,353,021.12; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 50081 - 50304, one wire transfer and 573 direct deposits totaling $1,776,117.35. MOVED BY LAW, Finance: Vouchers SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Finance Committee Vice Chair Law presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to replace the existing non-regular Database Systems Technician Intern position with an Office Assistant III, grade a05. The position will be designated as full-time limited term and is Fire: Office Assistant intended to be funded through December 31, 2005. As a limited term III Position position the incumbent, following a recruitment and selection process, will be represented by AFSCME (American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees), Local 2170. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Public Safety Committee Chair Law presented a report regarding fireworks. The topic of controlling fireworks, including an outright ban on fireworks, has Public Safety been the source of much public concern, and has been the frequent subject Committee of communications with the Council. The Council has taken a good deal of Public Safety: public testimony on this topic and has debated the pros and cons on banning Fireworks fireworks within the City limits during the past several years. Recent years have shown an increasing number of fire-related incidents due to the discharging of both legal and illegal fireworks. There is a second issue that deals with the enforcement of laws pertaining http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 9/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview to the discharging of fireworks. The current penalty for violation of the City's fireworks laws is a misdemeanor and requires an elaborate legal process. The Committee felt that making violations of the fireworks laws a civil infraction will make the laws easier and less expensive to enforce, will not carry the punitive effect of a criminal conviction, and will result in more effective enforcement. Violations of State laws prohibiting possession and discharging of dangerous and incendiary devices, such as firecrackers and bottle rockets, will continue to be enforced as criminal violations. The Committee therefore recommended that the Council adopt an ordinance banning fireworks in the City limits of Renton, with the exception of City- authorized displays. The Committee also recommended that the Council adopt an ordinance making violation of Renton fireworks ordinances a civil infraction in the City of Renton, for fireworks generally known as safe and sane, and continue the misdemeanor penalty for all other fireworks. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.* Councilman Law stated that this difficult topic has been discussed for many years, and he thanked the Police and Fire Departments and the City Attorney for all their work on this matter. He pointed out that many people do abide by the fireworks laws; however in recent years, fireworks usage has been described more and more as a "war zone," and it is more difficult for police and fire personnel to enforce. As a result of fireworks, Mr. Law reported that approximately$2.25 million in fire-related losses occurred in Renton and neighboring District #40 in Kent last year. Councilman Clawson stated that banning legal fireworks was a difficult decision to make in that most people follow the applicable laws, and the sale of fireworks also raises money for organizations such as the Lions Club. He explained that safe and sane fireworks have been getting more dangerous over the years, and noted that a loss to City property last summer was caused by legal fireworks. Additionally, Mr. Clawson pointed out other cities that have banned fireworks reported a downward trend of losses and violations. Mr. Law stated that the fireworks ban does not go into effect until July, 2005; however, the civil infraction ordinance will be in place this season. *MOTION CARRIED. Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the 2004 neighborhood grant projects. The Committee concurred in the recommendation of staff to approve the following grant applications: Community 1. Tiffany Park Homeowners Association - Upgrade traffic circles and Services Committee common area with perennial flowers and plants located at Newport Ct. SE, EDNSP: 2004 Olympia Ct. SE, SE 16th, SE 18th, SE 19th, and common area on Pierce Neighborhood Grant Ave. ($925). Program 2. Ginger Creek Community Association - Continue development of a pocket park on Seattle Public Utilities-owned right-of-way in Renton. The area is approximately a quarter of an acre and is bordered by Puget Dr., http://www.codepubl ishi ng.com/WARenton/cgi/m enuCom pi Ie.pl 10/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview Beacon Way SE, and 16th St. ($3,766.17). 3. Kennydale Neighborhood Association - Installation of an in-ground sprinkler system located at Burnett Ave., N. 36th St., and Lake Washington Blvd. N. ($1,626). 4. North Renton Neighborhood Association - Construction of ten A-frame signboards, three feet high by two feet wide, with slide in-out brackets and waterproof protected overlay, as a means of notification of neighborhood meetings, events, and picnics ($832.32). 5. Summerwind Homeowners Association - Construction of eight A-frame signboards, two feet high by two feet wide, as a means of notification of neighborhood meetings, events, and picnics ($212.20). 6. Highlands Community Association - Remove 27 dead and dying trees and replace with 26 drought-resistant trees on Edmonds PI. NE, between NE 12th St. and NE Park Dr. ($1,481.57). The Committee further recommended approval of funding for the following administrative newsletter applications: 1. Falcon Ridge Homeowners Association -Annual printing expenses for printed and mailed quarterly newsletter ($137). 2. Kennydale Neighborhood Association -Annual printing expenses for a printed and mailed quarterly newsletter($2,000). 3. Tiffany Park Homeowners Association -Annual printing expenses for printed and mailed quarterly newsletter ($89). MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.* In response to Councilwoman Briere's inquiry regarding the use of A-frame signs by neighborhood associations, Councilwoman Nelson explained that the signs are allowed on the day of the event. *MOTION CARRIED. ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption: RESOLUTIONS A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an Resolution #3689 interlocal cooperative agreement with the State of Washington Department Utility: Maplewood of Community, Trade, and Economic Development Department entitled Water Treatment "Public Works Trust Fund Construction Loan Agreement Number PW-04- Improvements, 691-057" for construction of the Maplewood Water Treatment Improvements PWTF Loan Project. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the Council meeting of 5/03/2004 for second and final reading: An ordinance was read amending the 2004 Transportation Capital Transportation: Fund Improvement Fund 317 to allocate $2,216,000 in King County mitigation 317 Allocation (King revenue to specific projects. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, County Mitigation Funds) COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/03/2004. CARRIED. http://www.codepublishing.com/WNRenton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 11/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading and adoption: An ordinance was read amending Section 4-4-100.H.9.b of Chapter 4, Ordinance #5071 Citywide Property Development Standards, of Title IV (Development Development Regulations) of City Code to allow roof signs within the City Center Sign Services: City Center Regulations Area subject to an administrative modification. MOVED BY Area Roof Signs BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read increasing the 2004 Budget for various funds in the Ordinance #5072 total amount of$9,400,000, increasing the total number of positions by 4.5 Budget: 2004 in 2004, and increasing the City's reserves. MOVED BY BRIERE, Adjustments SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. Reporting that Council has received a number of e-mails regarding safety NEW BUSINESS and noise concerns pertaining to the use of motorized scooters, it was Police: Motorized MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE Scooters SUBJECT OF MOTORIZED SCOOTERS TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Fire: DUI Simulation Councilman Law stated that he and Ms. Palmer attended a DUI simulation Drill drill at Hazen High School last Friday. He suggested videotaping the next DUI simulation drill and showing it on Renton's cable channel 21. Development Services: Vacant Lot Mayor Pro Tem Persson reported overgrown vegetation on the vacant lot Vegetation, located at 424 Whitworth Ave. S. Whitworth Ave S Development Mr. Persson also reported possible auto repair facility operation at residence Services: Auto Repair located behind the vacant lot, on Morris Ave. S. Facility, Illegal Use Mayor Pro Tem Persson relayed citizen complaints regarding abandoned Streets: Grocery Cart grocery carts in the downtown area. Councilwoman Briere noted that this Abandonment topic is currently in Planning and Development Committee and she requested a status report. Community Services: MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL REFER Commercial Activities COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES (PRIMARILY RETAIL SALES) IN RENTON in Renton Parks PARKS TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Mayor Pro Tern Persson inquired as to the timing of possibly adding the West Hill area to Renton's potential annexation area (PAA). Economic Comprehensive Plan: Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Administrator Alex West Hill, Potential Pietsch explained that in order to amend the City's PAA this year, staff Annexation Area would Addition have to address the matter as soon as possible. However, the matter can be pursued in subsequent years on the annual basis in which the City amends its Comprehensive Plan. Recommending the City proceed with assessing the financial impacts and http://www.codepubl ishi ng.com/WA/Renton/cgi/m enuCom pile.pl 12/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview infrastructure needs of the West Hill area, it was MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL DIRECT THE ADMINISTRATION TO REVIEW THE POSSIBILITY OF ADDING THE WEST HILL AREA TO THE CITY'S POTENTIAL ANNEXATION AREA. CARRIED. Alex Pietsch, Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Administrator, stated that the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently designing a major expansion to 1-405. Some of the work is already funded; however, a majority of the work is not WSDOT: 1-405 and the Regional Transportation Improvements District anticipates bringing Context Sensitive forth a funding package to the voters within the next two years. Meanwhile, Solutions Aesthetic a context sensitive solutions design approach will be used to study the Committee aesthetics of the 1-405 project from various points of view. Mr. Pietsch stated that WSDOT has asked for the City's participation in two ways: 1) selection of a representative to serve on the regional aesthetic committee; and 2) formation of a Renton advisory aesthetic committee consisting of elected officials, neighborhood and business community representatives, and other interested parties. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL APPOINT COUNCILWOMAN MARCIE PALMER TO SERVE ON THE REGIONAL I- 405 CONTEXT SENSITIVE SOLUTIONS AESTHETIC COMMITTEE, AND APPOINT COUNCILMAN DON PERSSON AS THE BACKUP REPRESENTATIVE. CARRIED. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL REFER THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A RENTON 1-405 AESTHETIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED. Public Works: Waste Councilwoman Briere pointed out that a waste container is needed at the Container at Sam's bus stop located next to Sam's Club on S. Grady Way. Club Bus Stop Public Works: Weeds Ms. Briere requested the removal of weeds at the City-owned utility boxes at Utility Boxes located by the Spencer Court Apartments. AUDIENCE Steven Shaffer, 2109 SE 8th Dr., Renton, 98055, stressed that it is an COMMENT American tradition to spend time with family and set off fireworks to Citizen Comment: celebrate the country's independence. He expressed his opposition to the Schaffer- Fireworks fireworks ban, and recommended a harsher punishment for those who Ban violate the fireworks laws. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADJOURN. ADJOURNMENT CARRIED. Time: 8:17 p.m. Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk Recorder: Michele Neumann April 26, 2004 http://www.codepublishing.com/VVA/Renton/cgi/menuCom pi le.pl 13/14 1017/2015 Print Preview http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 14/14 10/7/2015 Print Preview RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting May 10, 2004 May 10, 2004 Council Chambers Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pro Tern Don Persson led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order. DON PERSSON, Mayor Pro Tern; RANDY CORMAN; TONI NELSON; ROLL CALL OF DENIS LAW; TERRI BRIERE, Council President Pro Tern; MARCIE COUNCILMEMBERS PALMER. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMEMBER DAN CLAWSON. CARRIED. JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; ALEX PIETSCH, Economic CITY STAFF IN Development Administrator; DON ERICKSON, Senior Planner; LESLIE ATTENDANCE BETLACH, Parks Director; CHIEF LEE WHEELER, DEPUTY CHIEF LARRY RUDE, and FIRE MARSHAL/BATTALION CHIEF STAN ENGLER, Fire Department; DEREK TODD, Assistant to the CAO; COMMANDER TIM TROXEL, Police Department. Jay Leviton, Director of the Renton School District's Career& Life Skills Education program, reported that King & Bunnys Appliances is the latest recipient of the Business Committed to Kids award, given on behalf of the SPECIAL Renton School District, City of Renton, Chamber of Commerce, Renton PRESENTATION Education Association, and Communities in Schools of Renton as a way to Human Services: recognize outstanding businesses that support youth in the community. Mr. Business Committed Leviton stated that King & Bunnys is a strong supporter of the Renton to Kids Award community and makes numerous donations both in resources and time. King Parker accepted the award with appreciation. He introduced King & Bunny's team members, and stated that without them, anything done within the business would not be possible. This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and PUBLIC HEARING published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Pro Tern Persson Annexation: Carlo, opened the public hearing to consider the proposed annexation and R-8 136th Ave SE & prezoning of 37 acres, including the abutting street right-of-way, located 140th Ave SE between 136th Ave. SE on the west, 140th Ave. SE on the east, City limits and SE 132nd St. on the north, and SE 135th St., if extended on the south http://www.codepublishing.com/VVA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 1/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview (Carlo Annexation). Senior Planner Don Erickson reported that the King County Boundary Review Board approved the annexation on 4/09/2004, and this is the second of two required public hearings on the matter. He noted that the site is immediately east of the proposed Tydico Annexation area, which is pending until the existing legal non-conforming use on that area is abandoned. Mr. Erickson explained that the subject site currently contains 18 single-family dwellings, and is basically flat except for a slope on the southwest corner. Maplewood Creek also traverses the southwest corner, and an existing wetland near 138th Ave. SW spills over onto the northwest corner of the site. Reviewing the public services, Mr. Erickson indicated that Fire District #25, Renton water and sewer, and the Renton School District serve the site. He stated that current King County zoning is R-4 (four dwelling units per gross acre); and Renton's Comprehensive Plan designates the area as Residential Single Family, for which R-8 (eight dwelling units per net acre) zoning is proposed. The fiscal impact analysis revealed a deficit of $2,454 at current development and a surplus of$4,727 at full development, assuming a potential of 209 single-family homes and an assessed home value of $290,000. He also noted the estimated one-time parks acquisition and development cost of $111,182.16. In conclusion, Mr. Erickson said the proposed annexation serves the best interests and general welfare of the City, furthers City business goals, and the proposed R-8 zoning is consistent with City policies for single-family rezones. Noting that there is some potential flooding in the area, he suggested mitigation with future development. Public comment was invited. Shirley Milligan, 110 Bremerton PI. NE, Renton, 98059, stated that her property is located adjacent to the annexation site. She questioned whether there are any plans for greenbelts to separate current properties from future development, and asked what traffic measures are planned when Bremerton PI. NE, currently a dead-end street, is opened up to access the area. Economic Development Administrator Alex Pietsch explained that annexations are exempt from SEPA (State Environmental Policy Act) review, and issues regarding future development are not addressed during this process. Russell Berg, 14017 SE 139th St., Renton, 98059, reported that 138th Ave. SE is a narrow, two-lane road with open drainage ditches on each side and poor sight distance. Pointing out that this road will provide a majority of the access for any future development, Mr. Berg inquired as to what improvements will be made to 138th Ave. SE so it can handle the additional traffic. Mayor Pro Tern Persson stated that mitigation will be addressed when the development proposal comes forth. Lois Lindberg, 13836 SE 131st St., Renton, 98059, submitted a letter which http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 2/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview was read into the record. The letter stated that Mr. and Ms. Lindberg own five properties within the annexation area, and they are opposed to the zoning change for the following reasons: the rural setting will be destroyed; traffic congestion will increase even more; and significant utilities upgrades will run right past their property and require payment. Mr. Persson indicated that the developer incurs the cost of upgrading the roads, the sewer, and the water to the development. The City does not require property owners to connect to the sewer; however, it is available if needed. Lily Bishai Treadwell, 14005 SE 133rd St., Renton, 98059, stated that her property is located just outside the eastern boundary of the annexation site. She reported that six or seven years ago, the water table came up so high that her drain field, and her neighbor's, stopped working and she had to move out of her home for six weeks. Noting that King County installed pipes to help drain that area, she stated that this is not a permanent solution, and the possibility of more flooding due to an increase in development is of great concern to her and her neighbors. Ms. Treadwell asked how much it will cost to hook-up to the City's sewer. Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg Zimmerman explained that when a developer installs a sewer line, the adjacent property owners are not required to participate in the cost of that sewer or required to hook-up unless they choose to do so. Mr. Zimmerman reviewed the variables in determining the cost of an individual property owner hook-up to the sewer in the case of a latecomer agreement, and estimated that the cost may range from $3,000 to $10,000. There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL ADOPT THE CARLO ANNEXATION ORDINANCE, ADOPT THE ORDINANCE REPLACING KING COUNTY R-4 ZONING WITH RENTON R-8 ZONING, AND HOLD FIRST READING OF BOTH ORDINANCES THIS EVENING. CARRIED. (See page 154 for ordinances.) Planning and Development Committee Chair Briere presented a report on APPEAL the RaMac, Inc. appeal regarding 2217 Maple Valley Hwy. as a card room Planning & (File No. LUA-04-013). The Committee met on 5/06/2004 to consider the Development appeal of RaMac, Inc. This was an appeal of the Hearing Examiner's Committee decision dated 1/19/2004. There was a motion to the Hearing Examiner Appeal: Maple Valley asking for reconsideration of his decision. Said motion was filed on Hwy Card Room, 2/02/2004. That motion was denied on 2/05/2004. A timely appeal was filed RaMac Inc, LUA-04- on 2/19/2004. 013 The subject property is located at 2217 Maple Valley Hwy. The building at that location was previously used as a bingo hall for approximately 30 years. FINDINGS OF FACTS AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW In the City Code, there are two gambling/gaming uses. Those are Card http://www.codepublishi ng.com/W A/RentoNcgi/m enuCom pile.pl 3/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview Rooms and Gaming/Gambling Facilities, not for profit (Zoning Table - City Code 4-2-060J). Neither use is permitted in the COR (Center Office Residential) zone. The zoning for the subject parcel is COR. The prior use as a bingo hall was a legal non-conforming use. On 10/01/2003, the owner proposed a hypothetical question to the City, inquiring whether using the premises, formerly housing the bingo hall, as a casino would be a change in use. On 10/23/2003, the Development Services Division Director replied that it would be a change in use and, therefore, it would not be allowed as a continuation of the legal non-conforming use. The Hearing Examiner upheld this decision. Before the Committee, the Appellant argued that the use of the premises as a bingo hall is a use for gambling; the use of the hall as a casino is a use for gambling. Therefore, the Appellant argued that the uses were the same, and, therefore the Hearing Examiner committed error by finding that they were different and upholding the decision of the Director. The State legislature has a drawn distinction between bingo halls and card rooms. The Committee considered whether that distinction has anything to do with intensification of the use, a difference in the use, or a difference in the clientele who would avail themselves of the use. However, the Committee would not second-guess the legislature's intent in creating two classifications of gambling. Therefore, the Committee found that there was a difference in the use. Not only has the State legislature drawn a distinction between bingo halls and card rooms, so has the City. The City Code provisions are 4-11-070 defining a Gaming/Gambling Facilities, Not-For-Profit as a facility "operated by a not-for-profit entity where any type of gaming or gambling is the primary attraction." On the other hand, the City Code defines a Card Room as: "a use governed pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 9.46 RCW, 1973 Gaming Act, and licensed by the Washington State Gambling Commission that is ancillary to a permitted use where food and beverages are served on the premises and whose purpose is to serve as a commercial stimulant to the principal activities associated with the primary use." It was significant to the Committee that the bingo use is a primary attraction whereas the casino use must be ancillary to a permitted use. Therefore, the Committee concluded that the uses are different. Therefore, the Committee found there was no error of fact or law by the Hearing Examiner. The Committee recommended that the Council uphold the decision of the Hearing Examiner. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2004 and beyond. Items noted included: • The King County Superior Court made a preliminary ruling on the ADMINISTRATIVE Rabanco lawsuit against King County regarding the $10 per ton increase in REPORT the regional direct disposal fees (the fee charged by King County for solid http://www.codepubli shi ng.com/WA/Renton/cgi/m enuCom pi I e.pl 4/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview waste delivered directly to Cedar Hills Landfill). The judge ruled that King County may pass on the regional direct fee increase to Waste Management, but not to Rabanco. The Rabanco lawsuit is scheduled to go to trial in November, 2004. Since the fee increase will be applied to Waste Management, the Renton Transfer Station hours of operation change that had been put on hold when the lawsuit was filed will now be implemented. On May 11th, the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission will host Chief for a Day, a special celebration of life event for children who have been diagnosed with a chronic illness. Fifteen honorary Chiefs and Sheriffs will be transported by police motorcade to Olympia for the swearing-in ceremony by Governor Gary Locke. Renton is sponsoring 14- year-old Wayne Anthony Yarnell. Nora Schultz, 2515 4th Ave., #1607, Seattle, 98121, stated that she wants to build a duplex on a 5,000 square foot lot located at 541 Wells Ave. N. AUDIENCE She explained that the property is zoned R-10, and due to the overriding COMMENT density requirement in the zone, this is not allowed per City Code. She Citizen Comment: noted that the R-10 Zone treats development of a subdivision differently Schultz- R-10 Zone than the non-plat development of a pre-existing lot. Emphasizing that Duplex Lot Size duplexes are not uncommon in this area, Ms. Schultz asked that City Code Requirements be revised so she can develop her property. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE R-10 ZONE DUPLEX LOT SIZE REQUIREMENTS TO THE TITLE IV (DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS) DOCKET FOR REVIEW. CARRIED. CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Council Meeting Minutes of May 3, Approval of Council meeting minutes of May 3, 2004. Council concur. 2004 Administrative, Judicial and Legal Services Department recommended AJLS: Title III approval of the revision to Title III (Departments) of City Code to correctly (Departments), City establish the current City departments, the Mayoral authority to appoint City Code Revision officers, and the Council confirmation requirements. Refer to Committee of the Whole. Community Services: Community Services Department recommended approval of the 2004 2004 Waterfowl interlocal agreement for waterfowl management (egg addling, lethal control, Management population monitoring and census), at a cost of $2,410. Council concur. (See Interlocal Agreement page 154 for resolution.) Development Services: Wireless Development Services Division recommended approval of a master use Communication agreement with Voicestream PCS III Corporation to install wireless Facilities, communication facilities within City of Renton right-of-way for local service. Voicestream Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee. Planning: Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department http://www.codepublishi ng.com/WA/Renton/cgi/m enuCom pile.pl 5/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview Development recommended approval to include eight text amendments in the 2004 Title Regulations (Title IV) IV (Development Regulations) docket work program. Refer to Planning and 2004 Docket Work Development Committee. Program Planning: Urban Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department Planning Consultant requested approval of the 2004-2005 consultant roster for urban planning Roster, 2004-2005 which contains a list of 26 professional consultants. Council concur. Finance and Information Services Department recommended adoption of an Finance: Unfunded ordinance authorizing the creation of ten new unfunded positions in the Positions Creation budget for the purpose of adding staff to cover for long absences of regular full-time employees, or for the time required to train new employees. Refer to Finance Committee. Legal: RCW Numbers Legal Division recommended adoption of an ordinance updating the statute Update, Marijuana (Revised Code of Washington) numbers for the crimes of possession of Possession & marijuana and criminal impersonation in the second degree. Council concur. Criminal (See page 155 for ordinance.) Impersonation MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. Finance Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending OLD BUSINESS concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the consultant Finance Committee agreement with Bardsley Associates Inc. to facilitate and implement the Finance: Springbrook upgrade of the Springbrook Utility System from version 5 to version 6 Utility Billing System enhanced (6e). The Committee recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk Upgrade, Bardsley be authorized to execute this consulting agreement. MOVED BY CORMAN, Associates SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Finance Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending approval of Claim Vouchers 226281 - 226662 and two wire transfers totaling $2,435,618.12; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 50305 - 50536, one wire Finance: Vouchers transfer and 578 direct deposits totaling $1,789,484.34. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Council President Pro Tern Briere presented a Committee of the Whole report regarding the 1.405 Context Sensitive Solutions Renton Advisory Committee of the Committee. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Whole asked the City to establish a local advisory task force and designate Planning: 1-405 delegates to a regional committee that will assist WSDOT in the aesthetic Context Sensitive design of the 1-405 expansion project. WSDOT has described this discussion Solutions Aesthetic as Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS). The Committee recommended that Committees, Councilmember and Transportation Committee Chair Marcie Palmer, and Membership Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Administrator Alex Pietsch, represent the City on the regional aesthetic committee. Council President Don Persson should serve as an alternate. http://www.codepublishing.com/VVA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 6/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview Representation on the Renton 1-405 Aesthetic Advisory Task Force should be made of citizens from affected neighborhoods, impacted business owners, the Chamber of Commerce, other interested business groups, and City staff. The Committee recommended that the following members be approved: Marcie Palmer, Renton Councilmember; Don Persson, Renton Councilmember; Kristin Craig, Kennydale Neighborhood; Mike O'Halloran, Highlands Neighborhood; Ruthie Larson, Renton Hill Neighborhood; Melinda Webb, North Renton Neighborhood; Toni Martin, Talbot Hill Neighborhood; Bob Moran, South Renton Neighborhood; Shaunta Hyde, The Boeing Company; Paul Moyes, PACCAR; Brad Lang, HAL; Mike Benoit, Flinn Properties; Erin Hamann, Spring Hill Suites by Marriott; Bernie Dochnahl, Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce; Nancy Hoben, Renton Municipal Arts Commission; Alex Pietsch, City of Renton Economic Development Administrator; Peter Renner, City of Renton Facilities Director; and Sandra Meyer, City of Renton Transportation Systems Director. The Committee further recommended that the Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department coordinate the task force in conjunction with the Transportation Division and WSDOT. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Planning and Development Committee Chair Briere presented a report regarding design guidelines for big-box retail. The Committee met 5/06/2004 to consider a proposal to extend applicability of the current urban center overlay design guidelines to all big-box retail uses north and west of 1-405. Planning & The Committee recommended that this proposal be processed pursuant to Development City Code 4-9-025C, exemption procedures, to the Title IV (Development Committee Regulations) revision process. The Committee also recommended that the Planning: Big-Box amendment be referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation on Retail Uses Design the big-box proposal and consideration of expanding the work program to Guidelines include design guidelines for commercial uses throughout the City on the sub-area by sub-area basis. It was further recommended that a public hearing be set for 6/07/2004 on the big-box portion of the proposal. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Utilities Committee Vice Chair Briere presented a report concurring in the recommendation of the Planning/Building/Public Works Department that Council accept the final NE 2nd Street (at Lyons Ave. NE) Special Assessment District establishing a per unit charge of $4,800, and that the Utilities Committee ordinance regarding this matter be presented for first reading. The SAD: NE 2nd St Committee further recommended that Council authorize staff to make final payment to the developer for the extension of the sewer main in NE 2nd St. for the final payment amount of $82,290.62. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 155 for ordinance.) Utilities Committee Vice Chair Briere presented a report concurring in the recommendation of the Planning/Building/Public Works Department that http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/m enuCom pi le.pl 7/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview Latecomer preliminary approval be given for the Wharton latecomer agreement on SE Agreement: Wharton, 122nd St. The Committee further recommended that Council direct staff to Sewer Extension (SE proceed with the establishment of the final Wharton latecomer agreement 122nd St), LA-04-001 upon completion of the construction of the wastewater improvements associated with the proposed latecomer agreement. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report regarding the 2003 Downtown Sidewalk and Curb Ramp project. Transportation Construction of the project, by R&J Landscape and Construction, Inc., began (Aviation) Committee 12/08/2003 and was completed 3/16/2004. The original contract amount was CAG: 03-154, $116,070.30. Due to a change in scope of work after the contract was Downtown Sidewalk signed that involved the removal of 38 trees along the sidewalk and & Curb Ramp, R&J replacing 28 of those trees, the final contract amount was $172,206.35. The Landscape and final project cost, including the final contract amount plus other staff and in- Construction house costs in the amount of $26,712.52, is $198,918.87. Authorized funds for the project were $183,055.87. An additional $16,000 is needed to close out the project. The Committee recommended that Council: transfer an additional $16,000 for this project from the Walkway Program and Fund 317; make final payment to the contractor in the amount of $6,764; release retainage after 60 days in the amount of $8,610.34, subject to the required authorization; and accept completion of the project. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption: RESOLUTIONS Resolution #3690 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an Community Services: interlocal agreement for the Waterfowl (Canada Goose) Management 2004 Waterfowl Program for the year 2004. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY Management NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. Interlocal Agreement The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the Council meeting of 5/17/2004 for second and final reading: An ordinance was read annexing approximately 37 acres located between 136th Ave. SE on the west, 140th Ave. SE on the east, City limits and SE Annexation: Carlo, 136th Ave SE & 132nd St. on the north, and SE 135th St., if extended on the south (Carlo 140th Ave SE Annexation). MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/17/2004. CARRIED. An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately 37 acres located between 136th Ave. SE on the west, 140th Ave. SE on the east, City limits and SE 132nd St. on the north, and SE 135th St., if extended on the south from R-4 (Urban Residential -four Annexation: Carlo, R- dwelling units per acre; King County zoning) to R-8 (Residential -eight http://www.codepublishi ng.com/WA/Renton/cgi/m enuCom pile.pl 8/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview 8 Zoning dwelling units per acre); Carlo Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/17/2004. CARRIED. An ordinance was read amending Sections 6-10-1 of Chapter 10, Criminal Legal: RCW Numbers Code, and 6-12-1, Drug Paraphernalia, Sales or Use, of Title VI (Police Update, Marijuana Regulations) of City Code by updating the statute (RCW) numbers for Possession & possession of marijuana and criminal impersonation in the second degree. Criminal MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE Impersonation ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/17/2004. CARRIED. An ordinance was read establishing an assessment district for sanitary sewer service for properties adjacent to NE 2nd St., from Lyons Ave. NE to SAD: NE 2nd St approximately 300 feet east of Lyons Ave. NE, and establishing the amount of the charge upon connection to the facilities. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/17/2004. CARRIED. An ordinance was read amending Section 1-3-2.C.1.e(1) of Chapter 3, Remedies and Penalties, of Title I (Administration); adding Section 4-5- 070.C.73 of Chapter 5, Building and Fire Prevention Standards, of Title IV Public Safety: (Development Regulations); and adding Section 6-10-1.0 of Chapter 10, Fireworks Criminal Code, of Title VI (Police Regulations) of City Code by outlawing all fireworks and establishing penalties for violation of the fireworks laws. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/17/2004. CARRIED. City Attorney Larry Warren pointed out that there is a proposal pending for a change from the Uniform Fire Code to the International Fire Code (IFC), and the fireworks ordinance amends this not-yet-adopted document. He stated that the IFC ordinance is forthcoming, and recommended that after second reading of the fireworks ordinance next week, it be held until the adoption of the IFC ordinance. Both ordinances can then be published at the same time. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN. ADJOURNMENT CARRIED. Time: 8:29 p.m. Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk Recorder: Michele Neumann May 10, 2004 RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting May 17, 2004 http://www.codepublishing.com/WNRenton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 9/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview May 17, 2004 Council Chambers Monday, 7:30 p.m. MINUTES Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kathy Keolker-Wheeler led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order. DON PERSSON, Council President; TONI NELSON; DAN CLAWSON; ROLL CALL OF DENIS LAW; TERRI BRIERE; MARCIE PALMER. MOVED BY BRIERE, COUNCILMEMBERS SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMEMBER RANDY CORMAN. CARRIED. KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; BONNIE CITY STAFF IN WALTON, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public ATTENDANCE Works Administrator; BEN WOLTERS, Economic Development Director; NORMA MCQUILLER, Neighborhood Coordinator; DEREK TODD, Assistant to the CAO; DEPUTY CHIEF LARRY RUDE, Fire Department; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON, Police Department. A proclamation by Mayor Keolker-Wheeler was read declaring the days of PROCLAMATION May 21 through 31, 2004, to be "American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Sales American Legion Days" in the City of Renton, encouraging Renton citizens to wear a poppy as Auxiliary Poppy Sales a sign of gratitude to the men and women of this country who have risked Days- May 21 to 31, their lives in defense of the freedom we continue to enjoy as Americans. 2004 MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED. Norma McQuiller, Neighborhood Coordinator, presented the 2004 SPECIAL Neighborhood Grant Awards to representatives of the North Renton PRESENTATION Neighborhood Association, Ginger Creek Community Association, EDNSP: 2004 Kennydale Neighborhood Association, Tiffany Park Homeowners Neighborhood Grant Association, Summerwind Homeowners Association, and Highlands Awards Community Association. Neighborhood projects include A-frame signs to advertise neighborhood events, urban park development, in-ground irrigation system installation, traffic circle improvements, and tree replacement. Ms. McQuiller expressed her pleasure in working with the residents and in being associated with the Neighborhood Program. She stated that approximately$39,000 is still available this year for neighborhood improvement projects, and she encouraged residents to take advantage of this opportunity. Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2004 and beyond. Items ADMINISTRATIVE noted included: REPORT • The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Rentorkgi/menuCompile.pl 10116 1W7/2015 Print Preview scheduled a Renton Hill Neighborhood community meeting on June 1st from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Renton City Council Chambers to discuss the 1-405 Corridor project. A WSDOT maintenance crew started work to repair bridge decks and expansion joints along 1-405. Sites are: 1-405 bridge east and west of N. Park Dr., 1-405 bridge at Benson Rd. S., and 1-405 bridge east and west overcrossing on Talbot Rd. S. Motorists can expect lane closures on 1-405 between 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weeknights. Work is expected to be complete in July. • Today, Renton firefighters participated in a variety of training exercises as they burned to the ground a two-story single-family residence and the accompanying garage in the Highlands. In addition to the live training, the Fire Department tested "Blockade," a new fire suppression product. AUDIENCE COMMENT Sande) DeMastus, Highlands Community Association (HCA) President, 1137 Citizen Comment: Harrington Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, announced that the Olympic Pipe Line DeMastus - Highlands will be the topic of discussion at the next HCA meeting on May 27th. Community Association Jeffrey Colee, 330 Park Ave. N., Renton, 98055, requested an exemption from permit fees for low-income disabled senior citizens, and said that he has used Renton's Housing Repair Assistance Program. Mr. Colee explained that his house has a major foundation problem, and a permit is required to Citizen Comment: repair it. Stating that he cannot afford the permit, he indicated that since he Colee - Permit Fee qualifies for the housing repair program, he should also be exempt from Exemption, Renton paying the permit fee. Stadium Access In response to Councilman Clawson's inquiry, Mr. Colee estimated that the permit will cost $300 to $400. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THIS MATTER TO THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED. On another subject, Mr. Colee stated that Renton Stadium has no wheelchair access into the stands, and he has to watch football games from the track. He explained that this does not give him a good view of the game, and requested that a ramp be built to the stands. Pointing out that the Renton School District owns the stadium, Mayor Keolker-Wheeler indicated that the City can forward his concern to the school board, and he can also express his concern at a school board meeting. Dale Jenks, 2325 NE 24th St., Renton, 98055, said that in regard to the fireworks ban, the Council is acting upon complaints from a minority of citizens. These complaints focus on issues that are already addressed by law, common sense, and civil responsibility. Mr. Jenks said that many non- profit organizations sell fireworks as a way to fund various activities such as Citizen Comment: Jenks - Fireworks Ban local youth sports programs and scout packs and troops. He requested that Council review the impact the ban will have on these activities, and http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 11/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview questioned whether the City will allow these organizations to have fundraisers at City events without sponsoring a major venue. Mr. Jenks stressed that funds raised from the sale of fireworks are used to help a lot of people. Pat Darst, 2601 Edmonds Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, emphasized that Citizen Comment: fireworks sales help the Lions Club fund many projects, and noted that Darst - Fireworks Ban information regarding applicable fireworks laws is given to all purchasers. Lisa Headland, 17030 106th Ave. SE, Renton, 98055, spoke on behalf of the Renton Area Athletic Association, which is a non-profit youth football Citizen Comment: and cheerleading program known as Renton Rangers. She detailed the Headland - Fireworks program's objectives and how it benefits the youth in this community. Ban Stating that the organization opposes the fireworks ban, Ms. Headland pointed out that proceeds from the sale of fireworks help pay league fees, and the ban will detrimentally affect the organization's fundraising efforts. Jerry Farley, 16526 Shore Dr. NE, Lake Forest Park, 98155, representing the Washington Independence Day Association, a non-profit, voluntary association of non-Indian, fireworks wholesalers and retailers, said that many Citizen Comment: of the comments made by parties that oppose the sale of fireworks are on Farley- Fireworks questionable grounds. He commented on the use and misuse of fireworks Ban statistics, the association's support of public education, and how firework bans affect communities. Mr. Farley stated he does not believe that Renton residents support a ban on fireworks, and recommended placing the issue on the ballot. CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Council Meeting Minutes of May 10, Approval of Council meeting minutes of May 10, 2004. Council concur. 2004 City Clerk submitted petition for street vacation for portion of 140th Ave. SE, between SE 132nd and 136th Streets; petitioner John Skochdopole, Conner Vacation: 140th Ave SE, Conner Homes, Homes, 846 108th Ave. NE, #202, Bellevue, 98004, representing Jean W. VAC-04-001 Lucas (VAC-04-001). Refer to Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; set public hearing on 6/14/2004. (See page 163 for resolution setting the public hearing.) CAG: 03-151, Duvall Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of Supplement No. Ave NE 1 to CAG-03-151, agreement with Berger/Abam Engineers, Inc., for design Improvements King services in the amount of $46,807 for the King County portion of the Duvall County Portion, Ave. NE Widening Project. (King County will reimburse the City for the Berger/Abam additional costs.) Council concur. Engineers Transportation: Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement Benson Rd S (Main accepting $150,000 in grant funds from the Transportation Improvement to 26th), TIB Grant Board for design and construction of Benson Rd. S. (440 feet south of Main http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 12/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview Ave. S. to S. 26th St.). Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee. Transportation: Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement Rainier Ave S accepting $2,202,000 in grant funds from the Transportation Improvement Improvements (7th to Board for design and construction of Rainier Ave. S. Improvements (S./SW 4th), TIB Grant 7th St. to S. 4th PI.). Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. Council President Persson presented a Committee of the Whole report OLD BUSINESS concurring in the staff recommendation to revise City Council Policy and Committee of the Procedure #800-03, Order of Business, Preparation and Reading of the Whole Minutes, to update language and reflect current practice. The Committee Council: Order of further recommended that the Council President be authorized to sign the Business Policy revised policy to be effective May 17, 2004. MOVED BY PERSSON, (#800-03) SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Public Safety Committee Chair Law presented a report regarding motorized scooters. The Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 46.61.710 has authorized the use of motorized foot scooters upon the highways of the State, but has allowed for local jurisdictions to limit or otherwise regulate the use of such Public Safety vehicles. RCW 46.61.710 does not establish a minimum age requirement, does not Committee make use of helmets mandatory, and does not prohibit use in business Police: Motorized Scooters districts, parks, or on sidewalks. Most jurisdictions have, or are in the process of, restricting use of motorized scooters by City ordinance. The Committee recommended that the City Attorney's office provide this Committee with ordinance language for its review. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.* In response to Mayor Keolker-Wheeler's inquiry, Councilman Law confirmed that the ordinance language is for a restriction. Councilman Clawson noted that the Committee reviewed issues such as noise, safety, speed, and underage users. *MOTION CARRIED. Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report that replaces the previously approved report by Council dated May 10, 2004, regarding the Wharton request for latecomer agreement on SE 122nd St. On March 22, 2004, Glenn Wharton submitted an application for a latecomer agreement to Utilities Committee recover a portion of the costs of extending wastewater facilities for his main Latecomer extension to serve his lots. Staff reviewed the application and found that the Agreement: Wharton, request met submittal requirements. The developer has paid the required Sewer Extension (SE processing fee. 122nd St), LA-04-001 The Committee recommended that Council grant preliminary approval of the application for a latecomer agreement for a period of one year. The duration of the final agreement will be for a period of 15 years, and the most equitable method of spreading the costs over the benefiting properties is by http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCom pile.pl 13/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview front foot method. The Committee further recommended that Council authorize the preliminary assessment roll to be forwarded to the City Clerk, who will notify the affected property owners. If no protests are received, after construction of the facilities and approval of the final costs, the Council can authorize preparation of the final assessment roll and latecomer agreement. In the event of a protest for valid cause, a public hearing will be held to resolve any issues prior to proceeding with this matter.* Councilman Clawson pointed out that the previous report did not specify the 15-year time period. *MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. ORDINANCES AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption: RESOLUTIONS Resolution #3691 A resolution was read setting a public hearing date on 6/14/2004 to vacate a portion of unimproved road located on 140th Ave. SE, between SE 132nd Vacation: 140th Ave SE, Conner Homes, and 136th Streets (Conner Homes; VAC-04-001). MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS VAC-04-001 READ. CARRIED. The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading and adoption: An ordinance was read annexing approximately 37 acres located between Ordinance #5074 Annexation: Carlo, 136th Ave. SE on the west, 140th Ave. SE on the east, City limits and SE 136th Ave SE & 132nd St. on the north, and SE 135th St., if extended on the south (Carlo 140th Ave SE Annexation). MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately 37 acres located between 136th Ave. SE on the west, 140th Ordinance #5075 Ave. SE on the east, City limits and SE 132nd St. on the north, and SE 135th St., if extended on the south, annexed within the City of Renton from Annexation: Carlo, R- R-4 (Urban Residential - four dwelling units per acre; King County zoning) to 8 Zoning R-8 (Residential - eight dwelling units per acre); Carlo Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. Ordinance #5076 An ordinance was read amending Sections 6-10-1 of Chapter 10, Criminal Legal: RCW Numbers Code, and 6-12-1, Drug Paraphernalia, Sales or Use, of Title VI (Police Update, Marijuana Regulations) of City Code by updating the statute (RCW) numbers for Possession & possession of marijuana and criminal impersonation in the second degree. Criminal MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE Impersonation ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read establishing an assessment district for sanitary sewer service for properties adjacent to NE 2nd St., from Lyons Ave. NE to Ordinance #5077 approximately 300 feet east of Lyons Ave. NE, and establishing the amount SAD: NE 2nd St of the charge upon connection to the facilities. MOVED BY CLAWSON, http://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/cgi/menuCompile.pl 14/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. Mayor Keolker-Wheeler noted that Council considered the fireworks matter for a long time, and there have been many opportunities for public comment. An ordinance was read amending Section 1-3-2.C.1.e(1) of Chapter 3, Remedies and Penalties, of Title I (Administration); Section 4-5-070.C.15 of Chapter 5, Building and Fire Prevention Standards, of Title IV (Development Ordinance #5078 Regulations); amending the preamble to Section 6-10-1, and adding Section Public Safety: 6-10-1.0 of Chapter 10, Criminal Code, of Title VI (Police Regulations) of Fireworks City Code by outlawing all fireworks and establishing penalties for violation of the fireworks laws. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. City Attorney Larry Warren explained that the ban on fireworks known as "safe and sane" by law does not take effect until 2005; however, the amended penalties for violation will be in effect on June 20, 2004. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE TOPIC OF A VIEW PROTECTION ORDINANCE TO THE PLANNING NEW BUSINESS AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.* Planning: View City Attorney Warren stated that the City has addressed this issue several Protection Ordinance times. He advised that the matter needs to be approached very carefully, as the courts have overruled many view obstruction ordinances. *MOTION CARRIED. Councilwoman Nelson reviewed Renton School District announcements and activities. Items noted included: scholarship winners, Nelson Middle School School District: Activities student's participation in a math competition, Tiffany Park Elementary student's used book donations for the summer reading program, and Renton Rotary's selections for students and teachers of the month. AUDIENCE COMMENT Lori Madson, Highlands resident, expressed her support for the fireworks Citizen Comment: ban, emphasizing that the safety of citizens is more important than money. Madson - Fireworks Ban Citizen Comment: Sande) DeMastus, 1137 Harrington Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, supported the DeMastus - Fireworks Council's decision to ban fireworks. Ban Heidi Khaeyfaty, 15751 117th Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, said she attends Lindbergh High School, and although her school and schools such as Tiffany Park and Renton Park Elementary Schools have speed bumps, people still Citizen Comment: disobey traffic laws and speed. She indicated that she rarely sees police Khaeyfaty-Traffic officers patrolling these areas or ticketing violators. Enforcement Around Mayor Keolker-Wheeler explained that most of the schools Ms. Khaeyfaty Schools mentioned are outside the Renton City limits; thus the King County Sheriff's Office is responsible for patrolling those areas. The Mayor stated that the http://www.codepublishi ng.com/WA/Renton/cgi/m enuCom pi Ie.pl 15/16 10/7/2015 Print Preview City will provide her with contact information for the King County Council. 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