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4 AGENDA
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
September 25, 2006
Monday, 7 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. ROLL CALL
3. PROCLAMATION: Mayor's Day of Concern for the Hungry- September 30,2006
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Summer Outdoor Cinema Series Recognition
5. APPEAL: ' inning&Development Committee Report re: Lake WA/May Creek Dredging Permit
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COUNCIL MEETING
State law requires that the City establish a process to handle appeals from application of environmental and
developmental rules and regulations. The Renton City Council,feeling it was best for the elected
representatives to handle the appeals rather than require citizens to go to court,has retained appellate
jurisdiction to itself.
The courts have held that the City Council,while sitting as an appellate body,is acting as a quasi-judicial
body,and must obey rules of procedure of a court more than that of a political body.
• By City Code,and by State law,the City Council may not consider new evidence in this appeal. The parties
to the appeal have had an opportunity to address their arguments to the Planning&Development
Committee of the City Council at a meeting previously held. Because of the court requirements prohibiting
the City Council from considering new evidence,and because all parties have had an opportunity to address
their concerns to the Planning&Development Committee,the City Council may not consider oral or written
testimony at the City Council meeting. The Council understands that this is frustrating to citizens and is
outside the normal process of open discourse provided to citizenry during the audience comment portion of
the City Council meeting. However,this burden of not allowing the Council to be addressed concerning
pending appeals is outweighed by the quick,easy,inexpensive and local appeal process provided by the
Renton City Council.
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 Councilmembers 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 Councilmember.
a. Approval of Council meeting minutes of 9/18/2006. Council concur.
(CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE)
b. Utility Systems Division recommends establishing a new"King County Rate Stabilization
Account" billing category to Renton's utility bills and charge a$1 fee per residential account,
$1.50 per commercial/multi-family account, and$2 per industrial account per month to collect
the amount of funds needed to cover the actual billings by King County for wastewater treatment.
Lel Refer to Utilities Committee.
9. CORRESPONDENCE
10. UNFINISHED 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 Chair if further review is necessary.
a. Committee of the Whole: Tri-Park Master Plan
b. Finance Committee: Vouchers; Colee Fence Height Variance Fee Waiver; Harris/Reeves
Request for Water Bill Adjustment
c. Planning&Development Committee: East Renton Plateau Citizen Task Force
d. Transportation(Aviation)Committee: Kaynan Airport Leases Addenda; Six-Year
Transportation Improvement Program*
_.._.._.._-.. _ Utilities Committee:_mater� llty2006Etnergenc Pow aeration Project Funding --_------_--__11. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
Resolution: 2007-2012 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program(see 10.d.)
12. NEW BUSINESS (Includes Council Committee agenda topics; call 425-430-6512 for recorded
information.)
13. AUDIENCE COMMENT
Le 14. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
Council Conference Room
6 p.m.
Emerging Issues(Utilities&Transportation);
Council Policies;
Tri-Park Master Plan
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•
Regular Meeting
September 25, 2006 Council Chambers
Monday, 7 p.m. MINUTES Renton City Hall
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kathy Keolker called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order
and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL OF RANDY CORMAN, Council President; TONI NELSON; DAN CLAWSON;
COUNCILMEMBERS DENIS LAW; TERRI BRIERE; MARCIE PALMER; DON PERSSON.
CITY STAFF IN KATHY KEOLKER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative
ATTENDANCE Officer; ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON,
City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; ALEX PIETSCH, Economic Development Administrator;
TERRY HIGASHIYAMA, Community Services Administrator; PREETI
SHRIDHAR, Communications Director; JERRY RERECICH, Recreation
Director; COMMANDER KATIE MCCLINCY, Police Department.
PROCLAMATION A proclamation by Mayor Keolker was read declaring the day of September
Mayor's Day of Concern for the 30,2006,to be "Mayor's Day of Concern for the Hungry" in the City of
Hungry- 9/30/2006 Renton, and strongly urging citizens to join the Emergency Feeding Program
and the local food banks in their efforts to nourish those who are hungry.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
Captain Terry Masango from the Renton Salvation Army and Arthur Lee,
Executive Director of the Emergency Feeding Program accepted the
proclamation. Both recipients encouraged citizens to participate in the food
drive.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION Jerry Rerecich, Recreation Director,reviewed the Renton Cinema at Liberty
Community Services: Liberty Park program. He reported that the total attendance this year was 2,600 and
Park, Outdoor Cinema the event lasted eight weeks. Describing the event, Mr. Rerecich stated that
the outdoor cinema series is similar to a drive-in movie experience. He also
noted that Liberty Park was an ideal location because of the abundance of
parking and the playground equipment.
As a symbol of thanks for their co-sponsorship, Mr. Rerecich presented a
plaque to Eric Temple, President, Spirit of Washington Dinner Train,
commemorating the event. Mr. Temple expressed his gratitude and, turning
to the subject of the Dinner Train's impending move, he thanked Council for
their support over the years.
APPEAL Planning and Development Committee Chair Briere presented a report
Planning&Development regarding the Lake Washington/May Creek Dredging Permit appeal filed by
Committee Robert Cugini. The Committee heard this appeal on 9/21/2006. The
Appeal: Lake WA/May Creek applicant, Robert Cugini, appealed the Hearing Examiner's Decision,
Dredging Permit, Barbee Mill conditions No. 1 and 2. The applicant otherwise accepts the remaining
Company, SP-05-138 conditions. The Committee recommends that the Council find a substantial
error of fact and thereby modify the Hearing Examiner's Decision No. 1 from
a five-year period to a ten-year period. The Committee further recommends
that the Council find an error of law in No. 2 and strike that provision of his
decision.
The subject property is located to the west of Lake Washington Blvd.N. and
approximately north of N. 40th St. The site is currently owned and utilized
September 25,2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 320
by the Barbee Mill Company. However, a portion of that site is currently
slated'for multi-family residential development. This property contains part
of May Creek, which flows through the southeastern portion of the property
and discharges into Lake Washington.
The applicant sought a permit to dredge the mouth of May Creek. There is
nothing in City code that requires the applicant to dredge. However, in order
to maintain navigational waters and prevent flooding, the applicant has
maintained dredging at this site in the past. In order to undertake the
dredging, the applicant is required to obtain a Special Permit pursuant to
RMC 4-9-080(F)(2). In the past, the applicant applied for a five-year permit.
The applicant now seeks a ten-year permit(which is consistent with the Army
Corp. of Engineer's permit) citing extensive costs associated with preparing
for the application and history of having maintained dredging in the area.
Applicant also objects to condition No. 2 requiring the applicant to provide
documents regarding joint and several liability to future homeowners. The
applicant finds this condition not only onerous, but vague and difficult to
implement.
Pursuant to RMC 4-8-110F(5) and (6), the Planning and Development
Committee's decision and recommendation is limited to the record,which
consists of, but is not limited to the Hearing Examiner's Report, the Notice of
Appeal and the Submissions by the Parties. Having done so, the Planning and
Development Committee herby recommends to the Council that it find a
substantial error in the Hearing Examiner's Decision. As to Condition No. 1,
the Committee recommends that the Council find that a ten-year period for the
permit is more appropriate and better meets the conditions set out in RMC 4-
9-080(F)(2). Therefore,the Council should modify the Hearing Examiner's
Decision No. 1 to read, "The permit shall be for a period not to exceed ten
years." As to Condition No. 2,the Committee recommends that the Council
find an error of law in that the requirements stated therein are vague and
difficult to enforce given that the dredging requirement is optional and the
future homeowners of the property are unknown at this juncture.
Accordingly, Condition No. 2 should be stricken. The Committee
recommends that the remaining conditions set forth in the Hearing Examiner's
Decision remain the same. MOVED BY BRIERS, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 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 2006 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* Saturday, September 30, is the Mayor's Day of Concern for the Hungry.
In Renton, the Salvation Army Renton Rotary Food Bank will be
collecting donated food during the day at the QFC on 4th Ave. in the
Highlands, the QFC in the Cascade Neighborhood, and the Thriftway on
Grady Way. Food also can be dropped off at the food bank, located at
206 S. Tobin St. The Emergency Feeding Program, which has a major
distributions site in Renton at St. Matthew's Church and provides two-day
packs of emergency food, will be collecting donations at the downtown
Safeway store.
* The first"Steppin'Out to Stop Domestic Violence Walk-a-Thon" will be
held Saturday, September 30. The six-mile walk-a-thon will start at 10:00
September 25,2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 321
a.m. at Fort Dent Park and Starfire Sports Facility. Funds raised will be
used to support prevention efforts and services for families experiencing
domestic violence in South King County.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Inez Somerville Petersen, PO Box 2041, Renton, 98056, expressed concern
Citizen Comment: Petersen - over the proposed King County Rate Stabilization Account billing charge and
King County Wastewater asked whether the new fee would be per utility or per household. She opined
Treatment Stabilization Billing that if there was to be a new fee, the City should absorb the fee and not pass it
Category on to citizens.
Councilwoman Briere responded that the fee increase is for wastewater.
Councilman Clawson confirmed that a utility fund is an enterprise fund, not
supported by the general fund, and the fee increase is from King County. He
noted that the Utilities Committee would review the matter thoroughly.
Citizen Comment: DeMastus - Sande] DeMastus, PO Box 2041, Renton, 98056, described the festivities at
Highlands Community the Highlands Community Association picnic held on Saturday, September
Association Picnic 23. She stated that 450 dinners were served and many more attended. She
thanked City officials and staff who attended, and thanked local businesses
and citizens who donated food and money for the picnic.
Citizen Comment: Sullivan— Jim Sullivan, PO Box 3138, Renton, 98056, expressed his appreciation to the
Elected Officials Appreciation elected officials for their hard work and willingness to get involved in public
service, despite occasional criticism. He also expressed hope they would
continue to serve the Renton community.
Citizen Comment: Puckett- Jerry Puckett, 15260 Oak Dr., Renton, 98058, speaking for the residents of
Wonderland Estates Mobile the Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park, expressed their desire to be
Home Park, Annexation annexed to the City and be zoned for a mobile home park. He thanked the
City for continued support in the matter.
Citizen Comment: Dochnahl— Bernie Dochnahl, 13200 Lake Kathleen Rd. SE, Renton, 98059, expressed
Highlands Representation support of the Renton community and appreciation for the job being done by
the City. She presented a letter to Council signed by eleven individuals,
explaining that many of the signers live and operate businesses in the
Highlands area. Ms. Dochnahl stated that Inez Petersen is not authorized to
speak for them. She also stated that weekly tirades are tiresome and
suggested that City business be conducted without being intimidated by rants
and raves.
Council President Corman expressed concern about the appropriateness of
comments that target other citizens, and he suggested comments be confined
to City issues.
Citizen Comment: Finnicum- Karen Finnicum, 1302 Aberdeen Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, displayed photos
Tree at 2124 NE 12th St of a large Monkey Puzzle tree located at 2124 NE 12th St. She expressed
dismay over the possible destruction of the tree due to a short plat
development and urged Council to save the endangered, landmark tree.
Mayor Keolker indicated City staff would look into this matter.
Citizen Comment: Quesenberry- Rosemary Quesenberry, 3609 SE 18th Ct., Renton, 98058, stated she is
Various working with the Salvation Army, for the Mayor's Day of Concern for the
hungry and has left a barrel for collection of food donations in the lobby of
City Hall. Ms. Quesenberry thanked those members of Council who attended
the Highlands Community Association picnic and stated everyone had a great
time. She also thanked community members, noting the picnic was privately
funded.
September 25,2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 322
On another subject, Ms. Quesenberry remarked that while she may not always
be in agreement, she wanted to thank Inez Petersen for devoting time and
energy toward the betterment of the community. Ms. Quesenberry stated that
it is important to have a watchdog in the community and that Council meeting
remarks should address the issues rather than individuals.
Citizen Comment: Hughes- Dan Hughes, 2139 NE 20th St., Renton, 98056, stated that he is a
Skate Park Lighting skateboarder, and like last year he is requesting lights to be installed at the
Skate Park at Liberty Park. He also advocated for a second skate park to be
constructed in the Highlands area.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Council Meeting Minutes of Approval of Council meeting minutes of 9/18/2006. Council concur.
9/18/2006
Utility: King County Wastewater Utility Systems Division recommended establishing a new "King County Rate
Treatment Stabilization Billing Stabilization Account" billing category to Renton's utility bills and charge a
Category, Utility Bills $1 fee per residential account, $1.50 per commercial/multi-family account,
and$2 per industrial account per month to collect the amount of funds needed
to cover the actual billings by King County for wastewater treatment. Refer
to Utilities Committee. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS Council President Corman presented a Committee of the Whole report stating
Committee of the Whole that because of anticipated improvements to the I-405 corridor and the SR 169
Community Services: Tri-Park interchange, impacts to Liberty Park, Cedar River Park, and the Narco
Master Plan Property were reviewed and studied. The I-405 Wells and Parks Task Force
was formed in January 2004 and work accomplished through July 2005 was
documented in a letter of concurrence. Outstanding issues were further
addressed during a design charette conducted in July 2005, and decisions,
along with solutions summarized in the Cedar River Vicinity Charrette,
Solutions for Parks, Wells&Local Access Report.
The Cedar River Vicinity Charette report was the starting point of a public
process utilized to develop the Tri-Park Master Plan. The Draft Master Plan
was presented to the Board of Park Commissioners on September 12, 2006.
The Board of Park Commissioners approved the Draft Master Plan and
forwarded a recommendation to adopt the Plan.
The Committee of the Whole recommends concurrence in the Board of Park
Commissioners recommendation to adopt the Tri-Park Master Plan. MOVED
BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Utilities Committee Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
CAG: 06-152, 2006 Emergency concurrence in the staff recommendation to award the construction contract
Power Generation, Wick for the 2006 Water Utility Emergency Power Generation Facilities to the low
Constructors bidder, Wick Constructors, Inc., in the amount of$2,248,896. The
Committee also recommended the approval of additional budget appropriation
in 2007 to cover project costs, with a total project budget(2006 and 2007)not
exceeding$3 million. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
•September 25,2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 323
Planning& Development Planning and Development Committee Chair Briere presented a report
Committee recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to form the East
Planning: East Renton Plateau Renton Citizen Task Force and appoint the following members: Kerry
Citizen Task Force Abercrombie, Rhonda Bryant, Tom Carpenter, Bob Chamberlain, Sheila
Hurst, Stephanie Lorenz, Brian Thomas, Michael Turner and Kevin Wyman.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation (Aviation) Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
Committee recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to authorize staff to
Transportation: NE 2nd St, delay the impending street opening of NE 2nd St. between Duvall Ave. NE
Pedestrian Safety and Jericho Ave. NE to allow for the continued safety for pedestrians until
such a time as street improvements with curb, gutter and sidewalk are in place
along a significant part of this corridor. Once NE 2nd St. is open for through
traffic, Transportation Operations will conduct traffic studies to determine
what, if any, additional signage or channelization may be needed. MOVED
BY PALMER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation: 2007-2012 TIP Transportation(Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to adopt the annual
update of the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program(TIP) 2007-
2012, and the Arterial Street Plan. The proposed TIP includes five new
projects: Intersection Safety and Mobility Program, Ripley Lane N., Garden
Ave. N. Widening, S. 3rd St./Shattuck Ave. Intersection, and Benson Rd.
S./S. 31st St. Four completed or modified projects were dropped from the
program. The Committee further recommended that the resolution regarding
this matter be presented for reading and adoption. MOVED BY PALMER,
SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 324 for resolution.)
Airport: Kaynan Leases Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
Addenda, LAG-84-003 &LAG- recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the
85-011 following actions taking place in the addendum to lease LAG-84-003 and to
the addendum to lease LAG-85-011:
LAG-84-003
Acknowledge a ten (10)-year extension to the existing lease term, which
expired on August 31, 2006. The lease extension would start on September 1,
2006, and terminate on August 31, 2016.
LAG-85-011
1. Remove 800 square feet from the leased area, decreasing the leased
area from 27, 885 square feet to 27, 085 square feet.
2. Apply the three-year increase in the Consumer Price Index to the
lease rate,which will increase the total annual revenue earned from
$8,873.05 to $9,168.27, a difference of$295.22.
3. Acknowledge a ten(10)-year extension to the existing lease term,
which expired on July 15, 2006. The lease extension started on July
16,2006 and will terminate on July 5, 2016.
MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
September 25,2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 324
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claim Vouchers 252226 - 252907 and 2 wire transfers totaling
$4,711,497.75, and approval of Payroll Vouchers 65842 -66073, 1 wire
transfer, and 638 direct deposits totaling $2,013,249.32. MOVED BY
PERSSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Financial Management Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending
Policies concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the Financial
Management Policies as presented, and to annually review the policies to
identify any needed changes. Changes of significance to the Financial
Management Policies include:
1. Increase the General Fund reserve target from 8%to 10%
2. Modify the City's accounts so that tax supported activities are part of
the General Government Fund, which simplifies the budget and
financial reporting
3. Clarify the steps in the budget process
4. Clarify when and how the City will issue bonds
The Finance Committee further recommends that these policies be included in
the Mayor's proposed 2007 Annual Budget document that will be presented
to the City Council at the end of October 2006. MOVED BY PERSSON,
SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
RESOLUTIONS AND The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
ORDINANCES
Resolution#3835 A resolution was read updating the City's Six-Year Transportation
Transportation: 2007-2012 TIP Improvement Program 2007-2012. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY
PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Council President Corman noted that the dedication of Marge Richter's
Memorial Dedication: Marge memorial plaque at the Renton Piazza is scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Saturday,
Richter October 7, 2006, and he encouraged everyone to attend.
Mayor's Day of Concern for the Councilwoman Nelson reemphasized the importance of participating in the
Hungry: Food Donations Mayor's Day of Concern for the Hungry, and stated that items dropped off at
certain Renton grocery stores will go directly to the Renton Food Bank. She
noted that shampoo and similar items are also being accepted.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Inez Somerville Petersen,PO Box 2041, Renton, 98056, stated she had earlier
Citizen Comment: Petersen— asked Council to include standards in their administrative procedures for
Council Meeting Procedures audience comment, so that comments must relate to City business. Referring
to remarks made by Ms. Dochnahl earlier in the meeting, Ms. Petersen asked
that Council not allow character attacks at a Council meeting. Ms. Petersen
concluded by saying it is an honor that others are so upset to have to call her
names, and that earlier comments will only cause an increase in support from
those she represents.
Citizen Comment: DeMastus - Sandel DeMastus, PO Box 2041, Renton, 98056, Vice-President, Highlands
Highlands Community Community Association, opined that Council was not obeying City Ordinance
Association No. 5155 regarding discrimination and tolerance. She thanked Council
President Corman for his support of the Highlands Community Association
and remarked that the association does many good things for the community.
September 25,2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 325
Citizen Comment: Quesenberry- Rosemary Quesenberry, 3609 SE 18th Ct., Renton, 98058, thanked
Various Councilwoman Nelson for her support of the Salvation Army. She also
expressed her opinion that patrons of the Skate Park should wear helmets.
Continuing, Ms. Quesenberry noted the need for a cross-walk on S. Puget Dr.
near Grant Ave. S. because individuals must cross four lanes of traffic and the
center turn lane to reach the bus stop on the far side of the street. Lastly, she
urged Council to purchase Police vehicles with front and side air bags when
the vehicles are due for replacement.
Councilman Clawson pointed out that the Public Safety Committee previously
investigated requiring helmets at the Skate Park and determined that they
should be worn, but enforcing compliance was not feasible. Mayor Keolker
stated further information could be provided.
Citizen Comment: Kappenman - Brett Kappenman, 1004 SW 4th Pl., Renton, 98057, read a portion of City
Tolerance Ordinance No. 5155 and stated that he did not feel tolerance and good will
had been exemplified during the meeting.
Council discussion ensued regarding insulting comments and emails, needing
to serve all citizens regardless of disagreements, focusing on issues instead of
people, and reviewing of Council policy.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:08 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Jason Seth
September 25,2006
RENTON CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR
Office of the City Clerk
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 25, 2006
COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA
COUNCIL WORKSHOP WED., 9/27 Annexations;
11 a.m. Budget Priorities
*7th Floor Council Chambers*
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MON., 10/2 .Council Policies;
(Corman) 6:00 p.m. Highlands Citizen's Advisory Task Force
COMMUNITY SERVICES MON., 10/2 New Park— 1% for Art;
(Nelson) 5:30 p.m. Parks Commission Appointments—
Reymann and Dieckman
FINANCE
(Persson)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(Briere)
PUBLIC SAFETY _MON., 10/2 Transit Center Safety Concerns
(Law) 4:30 p.m.
TRANSPORTATION(AVIATION)
(Palmer)
UTILITIES
(Clawson)
NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers unless otherwise noted. All other committee meetings are held in the Council
Conference Room unless otherwise noted.
OC:eP:ATrro
CITY OF RENTON
Mayor
Kathy Keolker
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Wh i'ec4; the City of Renton recognizes adequate nutrition as a basic goal for each citizen;
and
Whereat; no parent should have to send a child to school hungry, no baby should be without
the comfort of feedings needed for mental and physical growth, no elderly person's health should
be jeopardized by lack of appropriate foods; and
W he -ecw, food banks, emergency, and hot meal programs working with the City of Renton,
local churches, social service agencies, and hundreds of volunteers are striving day in and day out
to stern the rising tide of hunger, but still need more help; and
W here.c we believe that when the citizens who are not involved hear of the especially
desperate needs of the hungry as winter approaches and their low incomes must stretch to cover
increasing fuel, electricity, and rental costs, leaving even less money for monthly food purchase,
an outpouring of community assistance willfollow; and
Whereat; the Emergency Feeding Program of Seattle and King County coordinates an annual
food drive to help support the efforts of their program and the area's food banks in fighting
hunger, which will be held at grocery stores throughout King County on Saturday, September 30,
2006;
Now, TI e(cre; I, Kathy Keolker, Mayor of the City of Renton, do hereby proclaim
September 30,2006,to be a
Maydw'',s,Day C in/
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in the City of Renton, and strongly urge all citizens to join the Emergency Feeding Program and
our local food banks in their efforts to nourish those who are hungry.
In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Renton to be
affixed this 25th day of September 2006.
/rir et-Oder,L.
Noe Kathy K'.lker
Mayor ofthe City of Renton, Washington
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September 25, 2006
Appeal of Lake Washington/May Creek Dredging Permit
File LUA-05-138, SP, EM, ECF
(Referred July 10, 2006)
The Planning and Development Committee ("Committee") heard this appeal on September 21,
2006. Applicant Robert Cugini appealed the Hearing Examiner's Decision, conditions Nos. 1
and 2. Applicant otherwise accepts the remaining conditions. The Committee recommends that
the Council find a substantial error of fact and thereby modify the Hearing Examiner's Decision
No. 1 from a 5 year period to a 10 year period. The Committee further recommends that the
Council find an error of law in No. 2 and strike that provision of his decision.
The subject property is located to the west of Lake Washington Boulevard North and
approximately north of N. 40th Street. The site is currently owned and utilized by the Barbee
Mill Company. However, a portion of that site is currently slated for multi family residential
development. This property contains part of May Creek which flows through the southeastern
portion of the property and discharges into Lake Washington.
Applicant sought a permit to dredge the mouth of May Creek. There is nothing in the City Code
that requires the Applicant to dredge. However, in order to maintain navigational waters and
prevent flooding, Applicant has maintained dredging at this site in the past. In order to undertake
the dredging,Applicant is required to obtain a Special Permit pursuant to RMC 4-9-080(F)(2).
In the past, Applicant applied for a 5 year permit. Applicant now seeks a 10 year permit(which
is consistent with the Army Corp. of Engineer's permit) citing extensive costs associated with
preparing for the application and the history of having maintained dredging in the area.
Applicant also objects to condition No. 2 requiring Applicant to provide documents regarding
joint and several liability to future homeowners. Applicant finds this condition not only onerous,
but vague and difficult to implement.
Pursuant to RMC 4-8-110F(5) and(6), the Planning and Development Committee's decision and
recommendation is limited to the record, which consists of, but is not limited to the Hearing
Examiner's Report,the Notice of Appeal and the Submissions by the Parties. Having done so,
the Planning and Development Committee hereby recommends to the Council that it find a
substantial error in the Hearing Examiner's Decision. As to Condition No. 1, the Committee
recommends that the Council find that a 10 year period for the permit is more appropriate and
better meets the conditions set out in RMC 4-9-080(F)(2). Therefore, the Council should modify
the Hearing Examiner's Decision No. 1 to read, "The permit shall be for a period not to exceed
ten years." As to Condition No. 2, the Committee recommends that the Council find an error of
law in that the requirements stated therein are vague and difficult to enforce given that the
dredging requirement is optional and the future homeowners of the property are unknown at this
juncture. Accordingly, Condition No. 2 should be stricken. The Committee recommends that
the remaining conditions set forth in the Hearing Examiner's Decision remain the same.
Planning and Development Committee Report
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Dan Clawson,Vice Chair
Marcie Palmer,Me ber
cc: Neil Watts
Jennifer Henning
Lawrence J.Warren
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Arc° MEMORANDUM
DATE: September 25, 2006
TO: Randy Corman, Council President
Members of the Renton City Council
FROM: Kathy Keolker, Mayor
Jay Covington, Chief Administrative Officer
SUBJECT: Administrative Report
In addition to our day-to-day activities, the following items are worthy of note for this week:
• Saturday, September 30th, is the Mayor's Day of Concern for the Hungry. In Renton, the
Salvation Army Renton Rotary Food Bank will be collecting donated food during the day at
the QFC on 4th Avenue in the Highlands, the QFC in the Cascade Neighborhood, and the
Thriftway on Grady Way. Shampoo, conditioner, body soap,peanut butter in plastic
containers, canned tuna, and canned beans are especially needed. Food also can be dropped
off at the food bank, located at 206 South Tobin. The Emergency Feeding Program, which
has a major distribution site in Renton at St. Matthew's Church and provides two-day packs ,
of emergency food, will be collecting donations at the downtown Safeway store. The
Emergency Feeding Program needs volunteers to help that day and can be reached at
206.329.0300.
• The first "Steppin' Out to Stop Domestic Violence Walk-A-Thon"will be held Saturday,
September 30th. The six-mile walk-a-thon will start at 10 a.m. at Fort Dent Park and Starfire
Sports Facility. Funds raised will be used to support prevention efforts and services for
families experiencing domestic violence in South King County. For more information call
253.850.5927, ext. 3, or visit the website at www.SOSDomesticViolence.com.
• The 2006 "Summer Splash"brochure, which markets activities and programs at the Henry
Moses Aquatic Center, has been named the World Waterpark Assocation's Best Brochure for
facilities with an attendance of 50,000 to 100,000 annually. "Summer Splash" was selected
from nearly 300 entries in four categories.
• The Recreation Division's fall softball leagues concluded this week. This fall, more than 130
teams participated, playing nearly 1,100 games. Renton also hosted to two private softball
leagues, PACCAR and the Washington State Department of Transportation.
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RENTON, WASHINGTON USA -Do`,'
September 25,2006
Dear Renton City Council,
During the past 12 years or so, local elected officials and community leaders have
worked together to move this city forward in a very positive way. Quality
redevelopment is taking place everywhere we look proving that Renton is a great
place to live, work and play.
Just some of the many positive developments are the following: '
• Downtown is becoming a vibrant place to live,dine and enjoy
entertainment.
• New retail outlets like Fry's and Ikea to improve our tax base
• The Seahawks will soon call Renton their home.
• We will have a quality urban village where our residents can shop,dine
and find entertainment options without having to drive to neighboring
cities.
When you listen to Renton's most vocal critic, Inez Somerville Petersen, one
might think that the city is falling apart and we all need to pack our bags and find
a new place to live. It's time for you and the public to ignore her constant flow of
rhetoric and criticism. We elected you, our City Council members,to represent all
our interests and decide the best things for future generations,NOT Inez
Somerville Petersen. Inez has not been elected to speak for us. We support your
efforts not the negativism of Inez.
Inez Somerville Petersen has devoted the past 10 to 15 years to criticize all
elected officials who refuse to bow down to her silly rants. She has slammed city
and school officials,neighborhood volunteer leaders,business leaders, city staff
and anyone with an independent thought. She seems to believe that she has all the
answers,from running the police department to educating our children, while
everyone else works only to serve their self-interests. The cost to the City for her
endless requests for public documents must be costing Renton citizens a fortune.
She clearly does not have enough positive energy to make a difference. What is
she for77??'
We ask one simple question. What has Inez Somerville Petersen ever done to help
make Renton a better place to live?The answer is simple! NOTHING that
creates a positive impact on the community. Her only real accomplishment has
been raising fear and discontent. What an admirable achievement!
Renton City Council - Page 2 September 25,2006
We need citizens who are willing to work in the best interests of the entire
community. Governing is complex and is getting more challenging every day as
voters expect a higher quality of life without huge tax increases. We should
support an environment where the public can work with elected officials to
improve our city. Your time and our tax payer dollars should be spent in bettering
Renton not wasted in addressing frivolous and malicious requests.
Please keep your eye on the ball and try not to allow the distractions by one
malcontent to derail your efforts. Past administrations set the foundation for good
things to happen in Renton and these visions are coming to fruition. We need you
to continue this vision as the city enters the next phase of growth and
achievement.
Sincerely,
Bernie and Denny D. hnahl aj
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Submitting Data: For Agenda of: September 25, 2006
1 pt/Div/Board.. PBPW/Utility Systems
Staff Contact Dave Christensen(ext. 7212) Agenda Status
Consent X
Subject: Public Hearing..
King County Billing Methodology for Wastewater Correspondence..
Ordinance
Resolution
Old Business
Exhibits: New Business
Issue Paper Study Sessions
Information
Recommended Action: Approvals:
Refer to Utilities Committee Legal Dept
Finance Dept
Other
Fiscal Impact:
Expenditure Required... Transfer/Amendment
kola,'" Amount Budgeted Revenue Generated $200,000
Total Project Budget City Share Total Project
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
The methodology for billing by King County to Renton for wastewater treatment related costs
utilizes a formula,per contract, that results in"billings in arrears". The City collects payment for
wastewater flows under the current rate in the year conveyed, but King County charges in the
next year under a newly adopted rate. This results in the Wastewater Utility currently having a
negative balance of$438,727, with an anticipated year-end deficit of$475,486.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt an ordinance establishing a new billing category to Renton's utility bills titled"King
County Rate Stabilization Account" and charge a$1.00 fee per residential account, $1.50 per
commercial/multi-family account, and $2.00 per industrial account per month, in order to collect
the amount of funds needed to cover the actual billings by King County.
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
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DATE: September 12, 2006
TO: Randy Corman, Council President
Members of the Renton City Council
VIA: , Kathy Keolker, Mayor
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FROM: Gregg Zimmerm ministrator
STAFF CONTACT: Dave Christensen, Wastewater Utility Supervisor (ext. 7212)
SUBJECT: King County Billing Methodology for Wastewater
ISSUE:
Should the Council adopt a revised billing methodology for collection of King County
wastewater treatment charges to include a per account fee to be titled "King County Rate
Stabilization Fund" to ensure all costs associated from King County are collected?
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt an ordinance establishing a new billing category to Renton's utility bills titled
"King County Rate Stabilization Account" and charge a$1.00 fee per residential account,
$1.50 per commercial/multi-family account, and $2.00 per industrial account per month,
in order to collect the amount of funds needed to cover the actual billings by King
County.
BACKGROUND:
King County provides interceptors and treatment facilities to convey and treat wastewater
flows for Renton and 34 other component agencies. Each component agency has a
contract with King County for the conveyance and treatment of sewage, and each
contract has the same language regarding how the county will provide those services,
including billing methodology.
The methodology for billing by King County to Renton for wastewater treatment related
costs utilizes a formula, per contract, that results in "billings in arrears". The City
collects payment for wastewater flows under the current rate in the year conveyed, but
King County charges in the next year under a newly adopted rate.
The current contract is the original contract developed by Metro and has only been
amended from time to time to adjust for time extensions and other minor revisions. One
section that has remained the same is the billing methodology section.
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Council/KC Billing Methodology
September 12, 2006
Page 2 of 3
Metro was formed in 1959, with Renton joining Metro in 1962. At that time, billing was
done manually, which resulted in the component agencies having sufficient time to
develop their numbers and submit them to Metro for billing. The methodology uses the
total number of residential customers as reported two quarters previous to current quarter
plus a rolling average of the four previous quarters for commercial/multi-family, and
industrial accounts. The attached table shows how the billing system works and how a
rate increase results in a negative collection situation for the City.
City staff recently met with King County staff to discuss this issue. In the long term, the
City will pursue contract changes that update the billing methodology to be current and
ensure that the methodology applies rates based upon the rate under which flows were
collected. This may take 2 to 3 years to complete, as it will require a contract change
with all 35-component agencies. Some component agencies may not want to revise this
section, as this billing methodology can also result in a positive cash flow if they are
experiencing rapid growth. The City is experiencing very good growth from the single-
family component, but significant decreases within the commercial and industrial sector,
resulting in an overall small increase of about 1 to 2 percent annually. This slight
increase is not sufficient to offset the county's rate increases averaging more than
5 percent annually.
Renton has historically considered the county billing as a "pass-through" cost. However,
the county describes the billing as a methodology to determine a relative value of service
provided, and does not see it as a"pass-through" of monies collected by the agencies.
The City needs to change the way we collect for the county charges to capture our true
costs. The Wastewater Utility currently has a negative balance of$438,727, with an Ned
anticipated year-end deficit of$475,486 within the King County payment account.
Staff has developed four options for correcting the billing issue:
Option 1
Implement the proposed county rate increases earlier. The county, by contract, must
provide the City with its proposed annual rates by June 30 of the prior year. This
6-month notice would provide the City sufficient time to implement the county's
proposed rate increase by October 1 of that year in order to collect one-quarters' worth of
the new rate prior to the actual first billing date by the county (January 1 of the next
year). This would make up approximately 30 percent of the losses currently occurring
and would not address the current shortfall in this account.
Option 2
Combine the City rate with the county rate and show it as one rate on our billing. This
would allow us to calculate the anticipated true costs of the next calendar year and
include it within the total rate. We would then add a statement on our bills that lets the
customers know the approximate percentage of the bill that is the county portion versus
City portion. This option would collect the full amount needed to offset the current
billing methodology. We could also collect for the current shortage.
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Option 3
Establish a revised county rate that includes anticipated cost differences based upon
differential billing methodology. Add note to bill explaining why the City rate for King
County is different than the county's published rate. This option would collect the full
amount needed to offset the current billing methodology. We could also collect for the
current shortage.
Option 4 (Preferred)
Establish an additional line item on our utility bill that identifies itself as a King County
Rate Stabilization Fund and collect $1.00 per month to offset the difficulties we have
with the billing methodology. We have over 15,000 accounts for sewer, and at $1.00 per
account per month, would allow us to collect over $180,000 annually. This amount
would be sufficient to cover our annual cost differential as well as allow us to slowly
eliminate the current deficit. Once the deficit is eliminated, we can evaluate either the
need to allow for a positive cash flow to offset future rate increases, or reduce the amount
to collect only what is needed to cover the future anticipated annual overages.
CONCLUSION:
With King County Wastewater Treatment Division in a current expansion mode,
including construction of the $1.6 billion Brightwater Treatment Plant, rate increases are
anticipated at a rate of approximately 10 percent every two years. These rate increases
result in negative balances in our King County billing account due to the differential in
how we collect versus how we are billed. By adding a new line item to our utility bill
called out as "King County Rate Stabilization Fund", setting a $1.00 per residential,
$1.50 per commercial/multi-family, and $2.00 per industrial account per month the City
will be able to raise sufficient funds to offset the differences in methodologies. This will
also allow for the elimination of the current deficit within the King County account, with
the flexibility to build a reserve to offset future rate increases once the existing deficit is
paid.
Attachment
cc: Lys Hornsby, Utility Systems Director
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Objective: To
calculate Metro
12/31/2004 03/31/2005 06/30/2005 09/30/2005 12/31/2005 03/31/2006 06/30/2006 09/30/2006 12/31/2006
Customer Count 23.40 25.60 25.60 25.60 25.60 25.60 25.60 25.60 25.60
Single Family 11,792 11,995 12,1721 12,313 12,417 12,574 12,600 12,700
Commercial Equiv. Units ` 16,170 13,672 \15,352 18,305 17,408 13,935
Total Cutomers Charged 27,962 25,667 2 , 4 30,618 29,825 26,509
Estimated bill from Metro due on: Oct-04 Jan-05 Apr-05 Jul-05 Oct-05 Jan-06 Apr-06 Jul-06 Oct-06
Metro Rate 23.40 25.60 25.60 25.60 25.60 25.60 25.60 25.60 25.60
on Single Family 268,772 299,059 301,875 307,072 311, 315,213 317,875 321,894 322,560
on Commercial Equiv. Units 375,406 397,677 391,629 394,016392,710 A 406,394 414,317 416,000 317,747
plus estimated surcharges 7,000 7,000 7,000 7,000
Total Est.Metro Bill 644,179 696,736 693,504 701,088 704,214 728,632 739,218 744,920 647,333
1,932,536 2,090,208 2,080,512 2,103,264 2,112,941
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Fund 416
King County Revenues and Expenditures .
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Auq Sep Oct Nov Dec Total
Fund Balance (400,854) (366,898) (556,320) (467,030) (629,250) (577,683) (708,188) (673,108) (818,028) (782,948) (830,281) (697,614) (744,947)
Revenues 801,936 584,186 860,243 627,224 832,017 659,901 780,000 600,000 780,000 600,000 780,000 600,000 8,505,507
Interest 0 -1,262 -1,793 -1,633 -1,926 -2,041 0 0 0 0 0 0
Expenses 728,567 728,567 728,567 739,226 739,226 739,226 744,920 744,920 744,920 647,333 647,333 647,333 8,580,139
Taxes 39,414 43,779 40,593 48,585 39,297 49,139 0 0 0 0 0 0
Net Surplus/Deficit 33,956 -189,422 89,290 -162,220 51,567 -130,505 35,080 -144,920 35,080 -47,333 132,667 -47,333 -74,632
Cum. Surplus/Deficit 33,956 -155,466 -66,176 -228,396 -176,829 -307,334 -272,254 -417,174 -382,094 -429,427 -296,760 -344,093
Ending Fund Balance (327,485) (511,280) (424,644) (579,033) (536,459) (657,009) (673,108) (818,028) (782,948) (830,281) (697,614) (744,947)
Metro Pass Through Reveues& Expenditures
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Total
Fund Balance (400,854) (327,485) (471,866) (340,190) (452,193) (359,402) (438,727) (403,647) (548,567) (513,487) (560,820) (428,153) (475,486)
Revenues 801,936 584,186 860,243 627,224 832,017 659,901 780,000 600,000 780,000 600,000 780,000 600,000 8,505,507
Payment to Metro 728,567 728,567 728,567 739,226 739,226 739,226 744,920 744,920 744,920 647,333 647,333 647,333 8,580,139
Net Surplus/Deficit 73,369 -144,381 131,676 -112,003 92,791 -79,325 35,080 -144,920 35,080 -47,333 132,667 -47,333 -74,632
Cum. Surplus/Deficit 73,369 -71,012 60,664 -51,339 41,452 -2,793 -147,713 -112,633 -159,966 -27,299 -74,632
Ending Fund Balance (327,485) (471,866) (340,190) (452,193) (359,40 (438,727) ( 3,647) (548,567) (513,487) (560,820) (428,15 (475,486)
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE-- WV CIL-
COMMITTEE REPORT
Date.... e�L
September 25, 2006
Tri-Park Master Plan
Initiated by anticipated improvements to the I-405 corridor and the SR 169 interchange,
impacts to Liberty Park, Cedar River Park, and the Narco Property were reviewed and studied.
The I-405 Wells and Parks Task Force was formed in January 2004 and work accomplished
through July 2005 was documented in a letter of concurrence. Outstanding issues were further
addressed during a design charrette conducted in July 2005, and decisions, along with
solutions summarized in the Cedar River Vicinity Charrette, Solutions for Parks, Wells &
Local Access Report.
The Cedar River Vicinity Charrette report was the starting point of a public process utilized to
develop the Tri-Park Master Plan. The Draft Master Plan was presented to the Board of Park
Commissioners on September 12, 2006. The Board of Park Commissioners approved the
Draft Master Plan and forwarded a recommendation to adopt the Plan.
The Committee of the Whole recommends concurrence in the Board of Park Commissioners
recommendation to adopt the Tri-Park Master Plan.
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andy Corman, Council President
cc: Terry Higashiyama,Community Services Administrator
Leslie Betlach,Parks Director
Bill Rasmussen,CIP Project Coordinator
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UTILITIES COMMITTEE
COMMITTEE REPORT
September 25,2006
2006 Emergency Power Generation Facilities
(September 18, 2006)
The Utilities Committee recommends concurrence in the staff recommendation to award the
construction contract for the 2006 Water Utility Emergency Power Generation Facilities to the
low bidder, Wick Constructors, Inc., in the amount of$2,248,896.00.
The Committee also recommends the approval of additional budget appropriation in 2007 to
cover project costs, with a total project budget(2006 and 2007)not exceeding$3,000,000.00.
Dan Clawson, Chair
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Terri Briere, ice Chair
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Denis W. Law, Member
cc: Gregg Zimmerman,PBPW Administrator
Lys Hornsby,Utility Systems Director
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COMMITTEE REPORT
Date 9-4-c--"e6
September 25, 2006
Formation of an East Renton Plateau Citizen Task Force
(Referred September 18, 2006)
The Planning and Development Committee recommends concurrence in the staff
recommendation to form the East Renton Citizen Task Force and appoint the following
members: Kerry Abercrombie, Rhonda Bryant, Tom Carpenter, Bob Chamberlain, Sheila
Hurst, Stephanie Lorenz, Brian Thomas, Michael Turner, and Kevin Wyman.
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Dan Clawson, Vice Chair
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Marcie Palmer, Member
cc: Jay Covington
Marty Wine
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COMMITTEE REPORT
Date 9-'5-x006
September 25, 2006
Pedestrian Safety on NE 2" Street
(September 21, 2006)
The Transportation Committee recommends concurrence in the staff recommendation to
authorize staff to delay the impending street opening of NE 2nd Street between Duvall
Avenue NE and Jericho Avenue NE to allow for the continued safety for pedestrians until
such a time as street improvements with curb, gutter and sidewalk are in place along a
significant part of this corridor.
Once NE 2nd Street is open for through traffic Transportation Operations will conduct traffic
studies to determine what, if any, additional signage or channelization may be needed.
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Don Persson, Vice-Chair
Terri Briere4 Member
cc: Jim Seitz,Transportation Planning Supervisor
Karl Hamilton,Transportation Operation Manager
Connie Brundage,Administrative Secretary
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COMMITTEE REPORT ky3
September 25,2006
2007-2012 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Arterial
Street Plan Update
(Referred: August 7, 2006)
The Transportation/Aviation Committee recommends concurrence in the staff
recommendation to adopt the annual update to the Six-Year Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) 2007-2012, and the Arterial Street Plan. The proposed
TIP includes five new projects: Intersection Safety & Mobility Program, Ripley Lane
North, Garden Avenue North widening, South 3rd Street/Shattuck'Avenue Intersection,
and Benson Road South/South 31' Street. Four completed or modified projects were
dropped from the program.
The Committee farther recommends that the resolution regaruing this matter be
presented for reading and adoption.
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Don Persson, Vice-Chair
Terri Briere, ember
cc: Peter Hahn,Deputy PBPW Administrator—Transportation
Jim Seitz,Transportation Planning and Programming Supervisor
Sharon Griffin,Transportation Program Development Coordinator
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TRANSPORTATION/AVIA-TION COMMITTEE
COM +PORT
September 25, 2006
Addenda to the Kaynan, Inc.Leases LAG 003-84 and LAG 011-85
(Referred September 18, 2006)
The Transportation/Aviation Committee recommends concurrence in the staff recommendation
to approve the following actions taking place in the addendum to lease LAG 003-84 and to the
addendum to lease LAG 011-85:
LAG 003-84
Acknowledge a ten (10)-year extension to the existing lease term, which expires on August
31, 2006. The lease extension would start on September 1, 2006, and terminate on August
31, 2016.
LAG 011-85
1. Remove 800 square feet from the leased area, decreasing the leased area from 27,885
square feet to 27,085 square feet.
2. Apply the three-year increase in the Consumer Price Index to the lease rate, which will
increase the total annual revenue earned from $8,873.05 to $9,168.27, a difference of
$295.22.
3. Acknowledge a ten (10)-year extension to the existing lease term, which expired on July
15, 2006. The lease extension started on July 16, 2006, and will terminate on July 15,
2016.
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Marcie Palmer, Chair
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Don Persson, Vice-Chair
Terri Briere, 'ember
cc: Ryan Zulauf,Airport Manager
Connie Brundage,Transportation Administrative Secretary
Susan Campbell-Hehr/Carolyn Currie,Airport Secretary
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FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT C;Ti' 'CIL
September 25, 2006 ��(.5- '7G6
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS AND PAYROLL VOUCHERS
The Finance Committee approves for payment on September 25, 2006, claim vouchers 252226-
252907 and 2 wire transfers, totaling $4,711,497.75 , and 638 direct deposits, payroll vouchers
65842-66073, and 1 wire transfer, totaling $2,013,249.32 .
Don Persson, Chair
Denis Law, Vice-Chair
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Toni Nelson, Membe
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COMMITTEE REPORT Date.2,-11.-2,DU6
September 25, 2006
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT POLICIES
Referred August 14, 2006
The Finance Committee recommends concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the
Financial Management Policies as presented, and to annually review the policies to identify
any needed changes. Changes of significance to the Financial Management Policies include:
1. Increase the General Fund reserve target from 8%to 10%
2. Modify the City's accounts so that tax supported activities are part of the General
Government Fund, which simplifies the budget and financial reporting
3. Clarify the steps in the budget process
4. Clarify when and how the City will issue bonds
The Finance Committee further recommends that these policies be included in the Mayor's
proposed 2007 Annual Budget document that will be presented to the City Council at the end
of October 2006.
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Don Persson, Chair
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Denis W. Law, Vice Chair
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Toni Nelson, Member
cc: Mike Bailey,FIS Administrator
Linda Parks,Fiscal Services Director
Bang Parkinson,Finance Analyst Supervisor,Budget
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CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. 3x35
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON,
UPDATING '1'HE CITY'S SIX-YEAR TRANSPORTATION
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 2007-2012.
WHEREAS, the City of Renton has heretofore adopted a "Six-Year Transportation
Improvement Program" pursuant to RCW 35.77.010, and the plan and program having been
amended and modified from time to time as authorized by law; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, after recommendation of the Planning/Building/Public
Works Department, held a public hearing on August 21, 2006, after notice to the public as
provided by law for the purpose of considering adoption, modification, and amendments of the
plan and program; and
WHEREAS, at the public hearing held on August 21, 2006, due consideration was given
to the proposed changes and amendments for the purpose of updating the plan and program;
NOW, 'THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON,
WASHINGTON, DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION L The City's "Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program" and
the City's "Arterial Street Plan" are hereby further amended and modified, all as more particularly
shown on the attached Exhibits "A," "B" and "C" incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
SECTION IL The plan and program, as evidenced by said Exhibits, shall be and
constitute the City's "Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program" and the City's "Arterial
Street Plan," and shall remain in full force and effect until further revised, amended, and modified
as provided by law.
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RESOLUTION NO.
SECTION ILL The Administrator of the Department of Planning/Building/Public
Works and the City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to file this Resolution, together with
the Exhibits, with the Director of Highways for the State of Washington and as otherwise
provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this day of , 2006.
Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this day of , 2006.
Kathy KeoIker, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Lawrence J. Warren, City Attorney
RES.1181:7/26/06:ma
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Resolution:
CITY OF RENTON - PLANNING/BUILDING/PUBLIC WORKS - TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS DIVISION - 2007-2012 TIP
Project Previous Six-Year _ Total Project
Type TIP Project Title No. Costs 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Period Total Cost Funded Unfunded
1 Street Overlay Program 12108 1,359,326 485,000 485,000 485,000 485,000 485,000 485,000 2,910,000 4,269,326 4,164,326 105,000
11 Rainier Av-SW 7th to 4th P1 12308 1,160,655 2,629,000 1,650,000 1,925,000 1,925,000 8,129,000 9,289,655 7,231,819 2,057,836
16 South Renton Project 12194 647,580 75,000 75,000 722,580 722,580
20 Bridge Inspection&Repair 106 264,581 105,000 75,000 55,000 50,000 55,000 50,000 390,000 654,581 619,581 35,000
a 21 May Creek Bridge Replacement 12503 120,000. 550,000 160,000 5,000 715,000 835,000 186,000 649,000
O 22 Loop Replacement Program 16 40,105 15,000 15,000 15,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 105,000 145,105 130,105 15,000
2 23 Sign Replacement Program 12113 11,255 5,000 5,000 5,000 7,500 7,5001 7,500 37,500 48,755 41,255 7,500
24 Pole Program 91 37,954 20,000 20,000 20,000 25,000 25,0001 25,000 135,000 172,954 157,954 15,000
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31 Arterial Rehab.Prog. 12186 435,000 240,000 360,000 760,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 1,960,000 2,395,000 2,320,000 75,000
32 Duvall Ave NE 12123 2,668,200 1,700,000 600,000 _ 2,300,000 , 4,968,200 4,968,200
37 GIS Needs Assessment 12206 41,700 35,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 135,000 176,700 116,700 60,000
41 ,Environmental Monitoring 12187 159,635 75,000 50,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 245,000 404,635 359,635 45,000
61 Logan Av Concrete Panel Repair 12303 460,000 _ 460,000 460,000 460,000
64 Duvall Ave NE-King County 12305 1,982,646 1,975,000 636,300 2,611,300 4,593,946 4,593,946
4 NE 3rd/NE 4th Corridor 12176 532,862 102,000 230,000 320,000 4,050,000 1,770,000 3,280,000 9,752,000 10,284,862 1,184,862 9,100,000
6 Renton Urban Shuttle(RUSH) 12163 6,361 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 30,000 36,361 33,361 3,000
6 _Transit Program 12109 34,714 30,000 18,000 13,000 18,000 18,000 18,000 120,000 154,714 145,714 9,000
7 Rainier Av Corridor Study/Improv. 12193 302,913 10,000 10,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 35,000 337,913 337,913
8 r Rainier Av-S 4th PI to S 2nd 12501 ' 597,000 1,220,000 698,000 3,795,000 5,713,000 6,310,000 6,310,000
9 Hardie Av SW TransiUMulti-modal 12502 1,168,521 4,228,479 8,290,000, 1,650,000 14,168,479 . 15,337,000 15,337,000
5 17 ,Project Development/Predesign 12150 322,592 225,000 225,000 225,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 1,275,000 1,597,592 1,522,592 75,000
-8 19 Arterial Circulation Program 29 260,680 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 250,000 250,000 1,300,000 1,560,680 1,385,680 175,000
26 Sound Transit HOV Direct Access 12171 71,910 - 4,000 4,000 4,000 12,000 83,910 75,910 8,000
29 S 3rd St and Shattuck Av 12604 45,000 255,000 255,000 300,000 300,000
34 TDM Program 12135 108,475 55,000 55,000 55,000 55,000 55,000 55,000 330,000438,475 438,475
38 j Grady Wy Corridor Study 12127 63,421 50,000 50,000 50,000 230,000 1,810,000 1,020,000 3,210,000 3,273,421 213,421 3,060,000
42 Trans-Valley&Soos Creek Corr. 12191 12,539 5,000 5,000 5,000 15,000 27,539 27,539
43 WSDOT Coordination Program 12146 23,600 15,000 15,000 15,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 75,000 98,600 98,600
45 Arterial HOV Program 12160 132,354 5,000 5,000 10,000 142,354 142,354
47 ParkSunsetCorridor 1 12177 64,904 25,000 50,000 200,000 1,750,100 1,010,000 3,035,100 3,100,004 339,904 2,760,100
49 SR 169 HOV-140th to SR900 12175 6,110,597 30,000 2,550,000 340,000 2,920,000 9,030,597 9,030,597
g. 10 Walkway Program 9 749,032 350,000 250,000 25.0,000 250,000 250,000 250,000 1,600,000 2,349,032 2,049,032 300,000
to 39 Bicycle Route Dev.Program 12173 30,701 120,000 18,000 13,000 110,000 80,000 80,000 426,000 456,701 186,701 270,000
44 1%for the Arts 12112 75,669 60,000 30,000 30,000 50,000 30,000 30,000 230,000 305,669 305,669
3 SW 27th St/Strander By Connect. 12239 5,501,001 6,222,000 5,816,000 10,000 1,096,600 22,576,000 6,067,700 41,788,300 47,289,301 22,310,201 24,979,100
5 12 Ripley Lane 12602 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
O 13 S Lake Wash.Roadway Improv. 12306 12,837,714 12,353,700 12,353,700 25,191,414 25,191,414
14 Garden Av N Widening 12603 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000
E• 16 1-405 Improvements in Renton 7 .-'122. ) 98,385 30,000 30,000 30,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 120,000 218,385 218,385
O 28 CBD Bike&Ped.Connections 12185 131,544 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 300,000 431,544 296,544 135,000
In 36 Trans Concurrency 12107 40,000 20,000 40,000 10,000 10,000 30,000 10,000 120,000 160,000 140,000 20,000
40 Lake Wash.By-Park to Coulon Pk 12121 323,138 84,500 141,600 226,100 549,238 401,563 147,675
2 Intersection Safety&Mobility 12601 250,000 250,000 250,000 250,000 250,000 1,250,000 1,250,000 500,000 750,000
18 NE 4th St/Hoqulam Av NE 12209 390,400 9,600 9,600 400,000 400,000
w 26 Traffic Safety Program 12115 146,734 25,000 20,000 20,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 185,000 331,734 271,734 60,000
1,1 27 Traffic Efficiency Program 12162 344,924 55,000 50,000 50,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 245,000 589,924 589,924
30 School Zone Sign Upgrades 12504 100,000 100,000 100,000 200,000 300,000 300,000
a 33 RR Crossing Safety Prog. 12166 5,240 5,000 10,000 10,000 25,000 30,240 20,240 10,000
O 36 Missing Links Program 12106 30,380 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 180,000 210,380 120,380 90,000
2 46 Benson Rd S/S 31st Signal 12129 350,000 350,000 350,000 350,000
48 Lind Av-SW 16thSW43rd 24 5,000 5,000 5,000, 1,914,000 626,000 2,550,000 2,555,000 15,000 2,540,000
0 so Sunset/DuvallIntersection 12301 1,668,000 30,000 30,000 1,698,000 1,698,000
52 Carr/Mill Signal 12304 3,000 5,000 10,000 20,000 340,000 400,000 10,000 785,000 788,000 38,000 750,000
63 Houser Wy S-Main to Burnett 12213 810,000 810,000 810,000 810,000
Total Sources 41,267,941 35,939,779 23,191,300 10_385,000 15,164,700 30,523,100 12,543,200_ 127,747,079 169,015,020 119,438,809 49,576,211
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