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Home My WebLink About05/04/2006 - Minutes . > � � RENTON NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes May 4, 2006 Next Committee Meeting: �B'I'll�OF FtEN'fOIV June 1, 2006, 4:30—5:30 p.m., Conference Room 51 l, 5�'Floor JUN 1 4 �0�� Renton City Hall Gl�f CLE��S OEFICE Committee Members Present: Bob Elliot,Margaret Feaster, Jean Hobart, Craig Paynter, Pete Maa.s, Frances Pieper, Janene Sestak, and Paul Wantzelius Committee Members Excused Absence: Dorothy Flower, Robert Peterson Committee Members Absent: Rick Gamble Brian Sykes—Bob Elliot advised he contacted Brian Sykes and Brian told him he had submitted his resignation to Leslie Betlach via e-mail several months ago. Brian Sykes now lives on the north end of Lake Union and works north of Lynnwood. Leslie Betlach did not receive the e-mail. City Staff Present: Leslie Betlach, Parks Director Guests: Earl Pieper The meeting was called to order by Chair,Bob Elliot at 4:34 p.m. Minutes Jean Hobart made a motion seconded by Pete Maas to approve the April 6, 2006, minutes as written. All were in favor,minutes approved. CORRESPONDENCE/ANNOUNCEMENTS/CLIPPINGS 1. Pete Maas brought in a bicycling map/brochure that he obtained for a bike trip on the Erie Canal; it included maps and information regarding the trails and was contained in a small book that would fit into a bike handlebar pack. He wanted to show this guide as an example for something that could be printed for our trail system. 2 Pete Maas also brought in a CD titled, "Left by the Side of the Road." The CD contains maps for King County, Snohomish, Pierce and Kitsap Counties. It can be obtained from Cascade Bicycle Club web page (Cascade.org). 1:�2006 Files�2006-090mb(NonMotorized-May 06 Minutes).doc � Renton Non-Motorized�nsportation Advisory Committee vi�i � May 4,2006 Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 4 REPORTS Parks Department: Leslie Betlach attended a meeting on May 4�' for the Forever Green Council Interconnected Trail System. The bulk of the people in attendance were from Pierce County. The primary discussion included the Interurban Trail, Green River Trail and the White River Trail and how missing pieces are being made. They received grant money to work on the Interurban Trail connections. Leslie spoke about the Sam Chastain Trail during this meeting. The Focus of this group is: 1) Consistency between different government agencies. These agencies have different requirements and they are looking to define and establish criteria so they can work on the same levels; 2)Regional Signage —when the trail crosses jurisdictional boundaries the signage would all read the same so it would be less confusing for public who frequent these trails;and 3)Regional Maintenance—meaning the Cities involved could share maintenance responsibilities (not just one Parks Department). The City of Renton has a similar agreement currently with the Grandview Off-Leash Dog Park located in the City of SeaTac. Margaret Feaster had a question regarding the county-wide (King County)trail system. Is it for all users,meaning walking, bicycling, etc.? Leslie Betlach said they were planning on a 12 ft. minimum path so it would be for all types of users. Tri-Park Master Plan: Leslie Betlach announced tentative date for the next open house is June 28�'. Pete Maas, $ob Elliot and Dorothy Flower attended the last open house meeting. There were some good comments made. There is concern about a"through" connection from Renton Hill to Narco Property then to Carco Park. The citizens in attendance indicated they would like synthetic turf for the ballfields and soccer fields. There are currently three ballfields planned;however the public wants four ballfields. Pete Mass encouraged other committee members to attend the next open house. Ripley Lane Trail: Leslie Betlach advised committee members the trail will be closed for resurfacing sometime in August, 2006. This is part of the Lake Washington Trail along I-405. The City has an agreement with WSDOT,they maintain a portion of the trail and the City maintains a portion. The City is only responsible for the Renton portion. Roots from Cottonwood trees are heaving the path and it will be closed for approximately one week for repair. There is no detour for this area. Leslie requested contacts for Boeing Bicycle Club and the Cascade Bicycle Club (Cascade.org) so that she could notify them of this closure. Park Board: Pete Maas reported there was no official meeting for Park Board because they did not have a quorum at the April meeting. There were a couple items Pete made note of. Mazge Richter's memorial service was Friday, April 14th. Pete inquired as to what role Marge Richter played in the City. Leslie Betlach mentioned that Marge Richter had many roles within the City of Renton—she was on the Park Board, worked with the Downtown Renton Association, Piazza, and also helped with the Veterans Memorial Park and other projects and committees over the years. 1 12006 Files�2006-090mb(NonMotorized-May O6 Minutes).doc r Renton Non-Motorized T'�r��sportation Advisory Committee 'rw' May 4,2006 Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 4 Park Board (Cont'd.): Amplified music at Piazza request—the Park Rules and Regulations do not allow amplified music at events, only at City sponsored events. River Days will be held July 18�' —July 23`dthis year. There was an announcement made that there will be nothing held at the Piazza. The Renton Skate Park was chosen as the best Skate Park in King County by King 5 News. There are open positions for the Park Board. Pete Maas inquired as to who is eligible for these positions. Leslie Betlach advised that these positions are open to Renton Residents only; the positions are a three year term. Applications can be obtained on-line and are collected by the Mayor's office. Interviews axe held and appointments made by the Mayor with Council approval. OLD BUSINESS 1. Draft letter from Bob Elliot to the City discussing the Hardy and Rainier Avenue Street Improvement Program: Committee members would like to add a comment to improve or upgrade to current standards when they build bridge. Bob Elliot will add comments and clean up letter based on corrections he received and return for final draft and distribution. Craig Paynter suggested we include a copy of the page from our Trails Plan with the letter. 2. Draft letter from Bob Elliot to the City regarding SW 7�' Street Bicycle Improvements: Remove 3`d paxagraph. Bob Elliot to send letter to Margie Beitner once revised. NEW BUSINESS 1. Craig Paynter asked about Judy Clayborn's newsletter. State Funding for Coal Creek Road development to move forward. Leslie Betlach indicated the City of Renton is working with King County. 2. Bob Elliot or Pete Maas will attend the May 16�`Park Board meeting. Please mail notification. OPEN ISSUES 1. Bob Elliot regarding Springbrook Trail at SW 34�'—there is no cross walk across 34'h. Can we add a crosswalk? Leslie Betlach advised that Transportation does not promote midblock crossings, but will look into as part of future trail improvements. 1:12006 Files12006-090mb(NonMotorized-May 06 Minutes).doc , . Renton Non-Motorized'�IPhsportation Advisory Committee � May 4,2006 Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 4 2. Paul Wantzelius asked about putting stop signs at trail end. Leslie Betlach will look into this. 3. Honey Creek Trail—Would like to see more and better connection(s) from Honey Creek to May Creek Trail system. 4. Craig Paynter—More people not riding in proper lane. 5. Frances Pieper—A suggestion was made to include public information messages teaching people about bicycle etiquette. 6. Paul Wantzelius has noticed an increase in people driving without bike lights. 7. Peter Maas has noticed people riding on handlebaxs. PROBLEM AREAS 1. Lights under I-405: Paul Wantzelius reported the light has been fixed. 2. Railroad trestle by Fred Meyer on Rainier Avenue: Craig Paynter reported this area has a lot of garbage. He said it looks like people aze parking next to Hardy(5 or 6 cars parked). Trestle access to east of Hazdy, under railroad trestle there is lots of garbage and there may be some homeless people staying there. Leslie Betlach will refer this to Code Compliance. A motion made and seconded to adjourn the meeting. 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