HomeMy WebLinkAboutApproved Minutes 02-22-2021February 22, 2021 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF RENTON
MINUTES ‐ City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM ‐ Monday, February 22, 2021
Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pavone called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order at 7:00 PM.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present:
Randy Corman, Council President
Angelina Benedetti, Council Position No. 2
Ryan McIrvin, Council Position No. 4
Ed Prince, Council Position No. 5
Ruth Pérez, Council Position No. 6
Kim‐Khánh Vǎn, Council Position No. 7
(All councilmembers attended remotely)
Councilmembers Absent:
Valerie O'Halloran, Council Position No. 3
MOVED BY MCIRVIN, SECONDED BY PRINCE, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT
COUNCILMEMBER VALERIE O'HALLORAN. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PRESENT
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Ed VanValey, Interim Chief Administrative Officer
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Jason Seth, City Clerk
Julia Medzegian, Council Liaison
Judith Subia, Interim Council Liaison
Preeti Shridhar, Deputy Public Affairs Administrator
Chip Vincent, Community & Economic Development Administrator
Martin Pastucha, Public Works Administrator
Kari Roller, Interim Administrative Services Administrator
Ellen Bradley‐Mak, Human Resources and Risk Management Administrator
Ron Straka, Public Works Utilities Systems Director
Cliff Long, Economic Development Director
Kelly Beymer, Community Services Administrator
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Kim Gilman, HR Labor Manager
Kristi Rowland, Organizational Development Manager
Angie Mathias, Long Range Planning Manager
Paul Hintz, Senior Planner
Clark Close, Senior Planner
April Alexander, Executive Assistant
Interim Chief Jon Schuldt, Police Department Administrator
Commander Dan Figaro, Police Department
(All City staff attended remotely except City Clerk Seth)
PROCLAMATION
a) Lunar New Year Day: A proclamation by Mayor Pavone was read declaring February 22, 2021
to be Lunar New Year Day in the City of Renton, encouraging all members of the community
to join in this special observation. Frieda Takamura, Victoria Do, and Khang Do accepted the
proclamation with appreciation.
MOVED BY VǍN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
Mayor Pavone issued the following statement against hate speech:
“We in Renton stand for a community that celebrates diversity and understands that we are
better when we stand together, build bridges and seek to understand one another. As one of
the first cities to incorporate inclusion as part of our vision statement and business plan, we
believe that differences enrich us, and hate has no place here. On August 3, 2020, the Mayor
and City Council affirmed the City’s commitment to opposing discrimination against all groups
in Resolution No. 4414. We condemn hate speech. Hate speech has the effect of
dehumanizing people and carries forward harmful stereotypes and propagates false beliefs
through the use of statements of inferiority, slurs, expressions of contempt, disgust or
dismissal, cursing , and calls for exclusion or segregation. Such behavior should be and is
unacceptable in a community such as Renton that maintains diversity as one of its core
values. As community leaders, we pledge to continue to teach, cultivate and model the values
of openness, diversity and tolerance. We are committed to a standard that makes all of our
citizens feel safe and valued. Positive change starts at home, with each of us. We urge you to
move forward with love and compassion and empathy. Stay united and together make our
community better and our city exceptional.”
PUBLIC HEARING
a) UC Zone Interim Zoning Controls Ordinance No. 6012: This being the date set, and proper
notices having been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor
Pavone opened the public hearing to consider Interim Zoning Controls for the Urban Center
(UC Zone).
Senior Planner Paul Hintz introduced himself to Council and noted his contact information for
the public. He explained that Emergency Ordinance 6012 was adopted on January 25, 2020,
establishing interim zoning controls for the Urban Center (UC) zone:
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1. Development of multifamily requires commercial space integrated into the ground
floor equivalent to 33% of the site’s land area;
2. Subject to Residential Mixed‐Use Standards of RMC 4‐4‐150; and
3. Building setbacks of the Commercial Arterial zone.
Mr. Hintz stated that State law requires a public hearing for emergency ordinances be held
within 60 days of adoption. Ordinance 6012 will sunset on June 25, 2021 unless lifted sooner
by City Council or extended pursuant to state law.
Continuing, Mr. Hintz reported the following:
The Urban Center (UC) zone is intended for the creation of dense employment,
destination retail, recreation, and public gathering spaces, with the potential for large
scale redevelopment opportunities that will create a mixed‐use retail, employment
and residential center;
The purpose of the UC zone is to provide an area for pedestrian‐scale urban mixed‐
use development that supports the residential and employment goals of Renton’s
Regional Growth Center;
A development agreement between the City of Renton and The Boeing Company
governing many of the use and development standards in the UC zone sunset on
December 31, 2020;
Without that development agreement there are insufficient zoning controls for new
development in the UC zone, as compared to the zoning controls of other commercial
zones in the City, thereby limiting the City’s ability to further the policy and purpose
of the zone.
Concluding, Mr. Hintz stated that the purpose of tonight’s hearing is to accept public
testimony, and that before June 25, 2021 (sunset date), staff will work with the Planning
Commission and the Planning and Development Committee to develop permanent standards
for the UC zone.
Mayor Pavone invited public comment:
City Clerk Seth summarized a letter from Jack Burke, Asset Manager for The Landing,
LLC, expressing interest to be kept in communication with the Community and
Economic Development Department regarding this matter.
Bryon Wolf, Bay West Development, expressed concern regarding the adoption of the
emergency Interim Zoning Controls because his agency had submitted a pre‐
application for the Fry's property located in the UC Zone. He stated that even with
this setback, he is committed to working with the City on this project.
Rocale Timmons, SECO Development, asked the City to consider a flexible approach
to retail square footage, using a macro‐lens in the area instead of a site‐by‐site
approach, and emphasized the need for affordable housing in the area.
There being no further public comments or deliberations, it was
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
Interim CAO Ed VanValey reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City’s
recent progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2021
and beyond. Items noted were:
The Public Works Maintenance Division spent the week of February 11‐16 responding to
a significant amount of snow, ice, cold temperatures, and cleanup. The following is a
summary of their efforts used to treat our roadways and keep them safe during this
event:
Total Miles Plowed: 8,884
Total Miles Deiced: 1,419
Tons of Salt Used: 412
Tons of Sand Used: 193
Gallons of Deicer Used: 8,965
The Water Utility will be hosting a virtual information session on the 2019 Water System
Plan Update on Tuesday, February 23, from 5‐7 p.m. This is an opportunity for the public
to comment on the goals of the plan. Supporting documents and a link to the virtual
session may be found on our website at
https://rentonwa.gov/city_hall/public_works/utility_systems/water_utility_engineering.
Preventative street maintenance will continue to impact traffic and result in occasional
street closures.
AUDIENCE COMMENTS
Paula Sardinas, Federal Way, spoke in support of Puppyland, a new pet store opening
in Renton.
Nancy Quinn, Renton, praised public works crews for doing an outstanding job
clearing the recent snowfall from City streets.
Francisco Irigon, Newcastle, expressed outrage about the recent incident of a woman
calling an Asian American a racial slur that was caught on video.
Michael Itti, who operates an office in Renton, praised the Mayor and Council for
their commitment to social justice. He remarked that racist incidents need to be
taken seriously.
Winter Cashman, Renton, urged the City to not delay in responding to this racist
incident, and inquired about the police officer who was associated with a known
member of the Proud Boys.
Lafaitele Lydia M. Faitalia Ioane, Renton, expressed concern about the racist incident
captured on video and called on the City to provide community training on inclusivity
and diversity.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed on the Consent Agenda were adopted with one motion, following the listing. Councilmember
McIrvin requested Item 7.d be removed for separate consideration.
a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of February 8, 2021. Council Concur.
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b) AB ‐ 2805 City Clerk reported bid opening on January 15, 2021 for the Renton Elementary and
Middle Schools project, CAG‐20‐150, and submitted the staff recommendation to award the
contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, PGH Excavating, Inc., in the amount
of $374,702.96. The construction contract provides for installing Rectangular Rapid Flash
Beacons (RRFBs) at three (3) Renton school locations (Maplewood Heights Elementary, Sierra
Heights Elementary, and McKnight Middle School) to improve pedestrian safety. The work
shall include but is not limited to excavation, pavement removal, RRFBs with accessible push
buttons, signage, pavement markings, pedestrian refuge island, bulb outs, sidewalk widening,
ADA/curb ramps improvements, drainage improvement, and visibility improvements. Council
Concur.
c) AB ‐ 2797 Community & Economic Development Department recommended approval of a
resolution declaring that acquisition of the property located at 13279 89th Avenue South,
Renton, WA (King County Parcel No. 2144800910) is necessary to eliminate neighborhood
blight; and requested authorization to acquire, condemn, and abate the property pursuant to
Chapter 35.80A RCW. Refer to Committee of the Whole.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR TO APPROVE THE
CONSENT AGENDA, MINUS ITEM 7.d. CARRIED.
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION ITEM 7.d.
d) AB ‐ 2799 Public Works Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of Change
Order No. 1 to CAG‐20‐001, contractor Cascade Civil Construction, LLC, in the amount of
$520,000, for additional work on Houser Way S at Williams Ave S and Wells Ave S necessary
to replace the old City utilities under BNSF railroad tracks. Refer to Transportation (Aviation)
Committee.
MOVED BY MCIRVIN, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR TO APPROVE
CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 7.d. AS COUNCIL CONCUR. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a) Finance Committee Vice Chair Prince presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation
to approve the following payments:
1. Accounts Payable – total payment of $5,692,008.25 for vouchers, 10258‐10259,
10261‐10264, 117931‐117932, 390080, 390090‐390327; payroll benefit withholding
vouchers 6494‐6505, 390081‐390089 and four wire transfers.
2. Payroll – total payment of $1,542,668.68 for payroll vouchers that include 667 direct
deposits and 5 checks. (01/16/21‐01/31/21 pay period).
3. Kidder Mathews vouchers 6278‐6297 totaling $34,059.52
4. Municipal Court vouchers 017772‐017782 totaling $10,914.00
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
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b) Finance Committee Vice Chair Prince presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation
to approve the hiring of a Water Utility Civil Engineer III at Pay Grade a29, Step E, effective March
16, 2021. This is an existing position currently budgeted at Step C in the 2021 budget. As a result
of the position being charged to the Water Utility Fund 405 (an enterprise fund) there is no
impact to the General Fund.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Please see the attached Council Committee Meeting Calendar.
Council condemned the recent racist incident of someone using a racial slur against an Asian
American that was videotaped and uploaded to social media outlets on February 13, 2021.
Council then determined that the upcoming Council retreat would be a good venue to
deliberate and determine what action Council would take on the issue.
EXECUTIVE SESSION & ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
FOR APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES TO DISCUSS WITH LEGAL MATTERS OF POTENTIAL
LITIGATION PURSUANT TO RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) WITH NO OFFICIAL ACTION TO BE TAKEN
AND THAT THE COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED WHEN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION IS
ADJOURNED. CARRIED.
TIME: 8:02 P.M.
Interim Chief Administrative Officer VanValey announced that an additional 15 minutes was
required. Executive Session was conducted and no action was taken. The Council meeting
adjourned when the executive session adjourned. Time: 8:47 P.M.
Jason A. Seth, MMC, City Clerk
Jason Seth, Recorder
22 Feb 2021
Council Committee Meeting Calendar
February 22, 2021
March 1, 2021
Monday
CANCELED Utilities Committee, Chair Benedetti
4:15 PM Community Services Committee, Chair Văn - VIDEOCONFERENCE
1. Community Services – Staffing Levels/COVID-19 Impacts
2. Emerging Issues in Community Services
CANCELED Transportation Committee, Chair McIrvin - VIDEOCONFERENCE
6:00 PM Committee of the Whole, Chair Corman - VIDEOCONFERENCE
1. Introduction of Airport Director David Decoteau
2. Community Court Update *
2. Blighted Property Resolution
7:00 PM Council Meeting - VIDEOCONFERENCE
* New item added, revised 02/25/21