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L I N E N 5 U P P L Y
05/26/11
To: Renton City Council
From: Bob Raphael
Subject: City Center Community Plan
After careful review and several discussions with city staff, I urge the Renton City Council to approve the
City Center Community Plan at its meeting on June 6th 2011. Unfortunately, I am unable to attend and
speak . The plan has our full support.
Sincerely.
Robert Raphael
Service Linen Supply
Co-President
�03 S. 4TH ST. • PO BOX 95r • RE\TON,�i"A 98057-0957 • 425-255-8686 • 500-238-6123 • FA�20G-281-4930
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From: Angie Mathias
Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2011 3:30 PM
To: Bonnie Walton
Subject: FW: City Center plan..docx
Attachments: City Center plan..docx.docx
Hi Bonnie,
This was submitted to Jennifer Davis Hayes in regards to the City Center Public Hearing. I hope that it is acceptabie in its
current form. If it is not, please let Jennifer, myself, or Chip know that we need to advise Bob on how to proceed.
Thank you,
Angie
Angie Mathias
Associate Planner
City of Renton
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
425.430.6576
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From: Jennifer Davis Hayes
Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2011 8:14 AM
To: 'Bob Raphael'
Cc: Suzanne Dale Estey; Chip Vincent; Angie Mathias
Subject: FW: City Center plan..docx
Thanks Bob—we really appreciate your review and support of this plan and look forward to your involvement, as
possible, in the implementation of this plan over years to come.
Jennifer
From: Bob Raphael [mailto:BRaphaelCa�ServiceLinen.com]
Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 9:55 PM
To: Jennifer Davis Hayes
Subject: City Center plan..docx
Jennifer,
Please forward our letter in sup[port of the City Center Community Plan to the appropriate people for us.
Thank you for all you do.
Thanks
Bob Raphael
Service Linen Supply
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From: sarah becker[s_m_becker@yahoo.com)
Sent: Monday, June 06, 2011 12:36 PM
To: Council
Subject: Comments for tonight
Attachments: Community_PlanComments.pdf; PresentationComments.pdf
Hello Council Members,
I can't make it to the meeting tonight to comment on the Community Plan or proposed library move, so I have
made my comments in the attached pdf files.
Thank you,
Sarah
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From: sarah becker[s_m_becker@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, June 06, 2011 11:33 PM
To: Bonnie Walton
Subject: Re: Comments for tonight
Hi Bonnie,
I just got home from work and got your message, so I guess I missed the 5 p.m. deadline. That's okay, I just
wanted to share my opinion with the Council. From what I could gather from the plan, I do support it since it
states all throughout that the downtown lihrary is a vital part of the park/river/history museum core right at it's
current location and that new retail and safety should be the focus of the business area around the transit center.
Thank you,
Sarah
320 Wells Ave N
Renton, WA. 98057
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From: Bonnie Walton <BwaltonCa�Rentonwa.gov>
To: sarah becker <s m beckerCa�yahoo.com>
Sent: Mon, June 6, 2011 1:59:05 PM
Subject: RE: Comments for tonight
Dear Sarah:
Your email has been forwarded to me. Thank you for submitting your public hearing comments.
if you would like this made a part of the public hearing record regarding the City Center Community Plan,
please provide me with your address before 5 pm, and also let me know just briefly whether you support or
oppose the City Center Community Plan. (i want to make sure that I do not misinterpret the materials you
have submitted.)
Thank you.
Bonnie Walton
City Clerk
City of Renton
1055 S. Grady Way
Renton, 98057
425-430-6502
From: sarah becker fmailto:s m beckerCa�yahoo.coml
Sent: Monday, June 06, 2011 12:36 PM
To: Council
Subject: Comments for tonight
Hello Council Members,
I can't make it to the meeting tonight to comment on the Community Plan or proposed library move, so I have
made my comments in the attached pdf files.
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North Mixed-Use Area
Much of this area is a large, newer development called The
Landing that consists of large and small-scale retail and '
multifamily housing. The Landing has become an entertainment ", I
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destination for people within the City Center and within the City as N�"` � ��'
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a whole because of its variety of restaurants and movie theater.
The area between The Landing and Lake Washington is also �j '
expected to develop as a large scale mixed-use project. ` "~ �`�"„ III
Public Amenities 'TheLanding. ''
The City Center is an area rich with public parks, art, and
facilities. Parks like Gene Coulon Memorial Park and the Piazza
Park draw visitors from around the region. There are many other
parks and recreational opportunities in the area including the
City's Skate Park and The Cedar River pog Park, an off-leash
dog park . Naturai amenities, such as the Lake Washington
shoreline and the Cedar River, are also attractive public
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amenities. The City Center contains some of the most iconic
public art in the City, such as the statue"Interface" in Gene
Coulon Memorial Park. Additionally, the area is home to the Main p��o��ng��$��nter.
Library, The Renton History Museum, and City Hall. The public
amenities within the City Center are listed below.
City Center Public Amenities
Parks and Trails Public Art
Burnett Linear Park Balanced Cleaver- Renton Main Library
Cedar River Trail Benches—Renton City Hall
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park Bronze Owl- Renton City Hall
Jones Park Celebrate the Salmon -Renton Main Library
Kiwanis Bicentennial Air Park Chief Sealth—Renton History Museum
Liberty Park Chihuly Vase- Renton City Hall
Philip Arnold Park Donkey Run Away to the Mines-Tonkin Park
Piazza, Downtown Park Equii- Burnett Linear Park
Skate Park Fountain&Fountain Features, Piazza, Downtown Park
Tonkin Park Homework Comes First- Renton Main Library
Veterans Memorial Park Icosahedron-Kiwanis Bicentennial Air Park
Interface- Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
Public Facilities Our Adopted Community-City Center Parking Garage
Cedar River Boat House Rolling Waters-Skate Park
Liberty Park Community Building Stiltwalker- Liberty Park
Fire Station#11 Summer Breeze- Piazza—Downtown Park
Renton History Museum The River- City Center Parking Garage
Renton Main Library Trees-Renton Senior Activity Center
Renton City Hall Untitled- Fire Station#11
Renton Memorial Stadium Untitled- Renton Main Library
Renton Senior Activity Center Untitled - Renton Senior Activity Center
Untitled- Renton Senior Activity Center
Untitled Fountain-200 Mill Building
We Are All in This Boat Together- Renton Senior Activity Center
Wolves at Indian Baskets-Cedar River Trail
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� �° Public�utreach and Participation
3. Downtown has the potentiai to be a much more vibrant
civic center, but the City's existing civic amenities
must be more visible and accessible.
In particular, the Main Library, the Renton History Museum, �
the Cedar River and Cedar River Trails, and Liberty Park are
all located in close proximity to each other and could form a
cohesive civic activity node if accessibility and visibility of ' �
these amenities were improved. ' -�
Goa13: Improve access and visibility at this important �:�.��
concentration of civic activities including Liberty Park, the
Main Library, the Renton History Museum, and the Cedar
River to create a dynamic civic node in Downtown.
4. The City Center's residential neighborhoods are
strong and cohesive.
The residential neighborhoods located in the City Center are
strong residential neighborhoods whose citizens are well-
informed and involved in community activities. Residents
value their homes and their location within the City Center
and are energized about improving the City Center. These �`
neighborhoods have a connectedness to local businesses
and provide important support for economic development
within the City Center.
Goal 4: Protect and enhance the residential neighborhoods =
in the City Center. �
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� _= �' �� The City Center features a broad spectrum of retail businesses.
The regional retail cluster continues to attract shoppers from
around the region and is better connected to the rest of the City
Center. Downtown caters to both the City Center residents for
�,.�;> their everyday needs and to the larger city/regional population for
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Broatl spectrum ofbusinesses. and smaller"lifestyle" oriented services.
The City Center's central location, easy access, and amenities
� ` have attracted a diverse, growing residential population.
.� � Residents enjoy a wide range of housing opportunities from solid,
�� . ,� historic single family neighborhoods to new condos offering
�; lakefront views and an active urban lifestyle. The older
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��€ � '.�.^ neighborhoods in particular, with their quiet streets and well kept
houses, are attractive to young families and include schoois and
parks facilities for children.
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: Growing resit�entiai poputatian. In terms of transportation, "All motles lead to the City Center
Renton." Building on:the early successes of the late 20th century ;
transit center, the City Center is linked ta fhe rest of the region
� with high capacity transit. It is also a hub in the region's bicycle
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� ,,,.�� trail network. The City Center is characterized by five distinct
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- � �''��e << areas that are well connected by transit and a street network that
—'��--.:�. ; � includes pedestrian and bike connections. As for intemal
���� � circula#i�on, the�Park Avenue�N spine provides a c�ohesive,
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� ° "" ` attractive link for pedestrians, transi#; and locaf trafific from South
Renton to Lake Washington and Coulon Park.
Regiona!employm�nt�enter.
Parks and natural areas area a prominent feature in the City
`"""y ' Center. Cutting diagonally across the Center, the Cedar River
� � """`��� �� Trail, with a naturalized shoreline, ample open space, attractive
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� _ promenade, and appropriate commercial amenities provides a
backbone of green infrastructure. A new concentration of civic
facilities and open spaces in the Library/Liberty Park/Main
, Avenue vicinity now comprise the city's civic and cultural heart,
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�` and trail connections further link local parks and amenities into an
3 integrated network.
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' MuJtimodal transpor#atfon. In short, Renton can boast that more than any other city of its
size, the City Center has it all.
Another, more action-oriented way to state this vision is through
�: � the goais presented below, which are the resuit of this plan's
public participation activities.
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� �'"' � Vision
The Citv Center Goais
Goal 1: Create a distinct identity for the City Center, as well as improve the visibility and
perception of the area.
` Goal 2: Continue to support Renton's diverse economic sectors.
Goal 3: Improve access and visibility of the concentration of civic activities including Liberty
Park, the Library, the Renton History Museum, and Cedar River to create a
dynamic civic node in Downtown.
Goal 4: Protect and enhance the residential neighborhoods in the City Center.
' Goal 5: Provide better regional connections for the full range of transportation modes to
improve access to and from the City Center.
Goal 6: Provide better connections between areas within the City Center.
Goal 7: Promote and support the expansion of and improve access to regional trails in the
City Center and build on these key connections as an economic development
strategy.
Goal 8: Protect, enhance, and improve access to the natural features and open space in
the City Center including Lake Washington, the Cedar River, and its many parks
and open spaces throughout the City Center.
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1.2 Preserve and maintain important historic features in the City
Center to enhance the identity of the City Center.
The City Center has important historic features, both land forms and buildings,
which are important to the quality and character of the City Center and the city
as a whole. These features should be preserved, maintained, and enhanced as
new growth occurs.
1.2.1: Consider adopting an historic preservation ordinance that would
protect significant historic features throughout the City Center.
Additional Details: The ordinance should put regulations and
incentives in place for the documentation, potential protection,
maintenance, and enhancement of historic features.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Planning; Support: Community Services,
Renton History Museum, Economic Development
Resources: $$
Public Involvem�nt: Solicit public feedback from the
general public on the ordinance.
a" � Timeftame: Mid-term
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�� Additionat Details: Th�e Museum Master Plan
= provides a vision for the'Renton History
Museurn's next 15 years as the only local
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of Trustees, volunteers, stakeholders, and the
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'" Museum and Renton Historical Society Board of
Trustees should initiate implementation.
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provides a vision for,the mus�um for the next
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` � Plan Elements — Economic a� Community Development
1.3 Improve overail safety in the City Center.
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The City should continue to improve safety in the :��,�� ;���"` ~ �'� <
City Center by focusing on crime prevention, �' �-
emergency management planning, and fire Re � ° '� !
prevention. The City should work with business � i ��r
leaders and property owners, neighborhood ��'����'�-�� `
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groups, Fire and Emergency Services, and the - : µ
Renton Police Department to come up with �
targeted strategies to address both reai and i
perceived crime and emergency preparedness. � �
Some strategies may be targeted police activities �,�:,,f �,,��-�
while others may be more community-based ��,�.F..,� '- �
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approaches where business members and �y�����,������r�nten�re to focus policing
residents work together to solve problems. strategies af#he Transit Center..
1.3.1: Continue efforts to provide a
coordinated crime prevention program
for powntown and the City Center as a ,�� �
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owners, property owners, residents, ''�r�=� =�',
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human service organizations, and the �--� " `�--�.
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Police Department to develop the `� ��" � � �
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program. The crime prevention program
should have an implementation strategy ��f��jr can be enhanced using Crime
that clearly indicates who is responsible 'Pr�venfion Thro�gh En�ironmentall3esrgn;
for implementing each strategy. (CPTE�)m�asures such as guidelines lo
Continue to place special emphasis on the
�keep eyes an#he$treet."
Transit Center with policing strategies,
such as the Police DepartmenYs Crime Prevention Unit which conducts
outreach Business Watch Services to businesses near the Transit
Center. Human Services and non-profit organizations should also be
engaged to address issues such as homelessness that also impact the
perceptions of safety. Other services and programs offered by the
Crime Prevention Unit should continue to be strengthened and be
provided Downtown, such as security surveys, crime prevention training
for managers and employees, Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design (CPTED) recommendations to property owners, Crime Resistant
Multi-Family Housing consultations, a Bank Watch group, and quarterly
Business Watch newsletters. This strategy should be coordinated with
the proposed Downtown Business Improvement District or Local
Improvement District (discussed in 2.2.1)
Responsible Part.�r: Lead: Police; Support: Economic Development,
Community Services, Human Services, Planning.
Resources: $$
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Resources: $$$$
Public Involvement: Continue to work with neighborhood groups.
Timeframe: Long-term.
1.3.4 Continue to implement emergency management strategies
throughout the City Center to ensure the area is prepared for
natural disasters and other emergencies.
Additional Details: The Fire and Emergency Services department
should continue to work to prepare this area for emergency response.
Resqonsible Part1r: Lead: Fire & Emergency Services
Resources: $$
Public Involvement: Work with community members, businesses, and
property owners to educate them on emergency management and to
implement strategies.
Timeframe: On-going.
Gaal 1 Surnmary;
Create a c�istinct identity �or the Cit�r Cen�er, as well as imprc�ve tl�e visibiiity
and'perceptiora of the City Center.
1.1 Improve the overa�l visual character of#Me Ci#y Center.
1.2 Preserve ancf maintain important historic features in the City Cen#er t4'enhance�he
identity c�f the City Csnter.
'I.3 lmpr�we overail safe#�r in the Ci�r Genter.
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2.1 Continue to support opportunities to create a more vibrant City
Center where people live, work, learn, and play.
In order to foster a City Center that is vibrant, �ew opportunities that attract
people and businesses to the City Center shfluld be sought, and existing efforts
to recruit and retain businesses, to fill vacancies, and create retail opportunities
should be supported.
Continue to work with business leaders, property owners, employers, and
employees to better understand their needs and concerns. ContinUe economic
development efforts, including business retention; expansion, and recruitment
strategies to ensure a dynamic, diversified'ernployment base.
2.1.1: Implement the City's Economic Development Strategic Plan
Additional Details: The City's Economic Development Strategic Plan
emphasizes recruiting and retaining businesses to ensure a dynamic,
dive�sified employment base. The City and its partners should work
with The Boeing;Company and other aerospace companies to increase
the number of aerospace industry jobs in Renton. Additionally, the City
should-continue to aggressively recruit new high-profile and high-wage
employers to locate in Renton, while working with existing employers to
retain and expand the number of jobs in the community.
Responsible Par#v: Lead: Economic Development
Resources: $$
Public Invotvement: Existing businesses, Chamber of Commerce
Timeframe: Short-term
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2.2 Continue to support opportunities to create a more vibrant
Downtown.
In order to foster a Downtown that is vibrant, new opportunities that attract
people and businesses to the City Center should be sought out, and existing
efforts to retain businesses, to fill vacancies, and create retail opportunities
should be supported. Consider ways to identify and promote interim uses that
activate vacant spaces.
Pedestrian activity should be encouraged and uses such as sidewalk cafes
should be considered.
2.2.1: Create a Downtown Business Improvement District(BID) or Local
Improvement District(LID), or utilize other funding mechanisms,
to help implement the goals and priorities of businesses in
Downtown Renton.
Additional Details: Work wi#h business leaders, property owners, and
the Renton Chamber of Commerce to establish the goals and priorities
for businesses in Downtown. The BID/LID could help organize and
fund joint marketing, joint parking strategies; property improvements,
community events, and streetscape improvements. Joint marketing
could include comm�anication tools su�h as a Downtown Business
internet presence including a website, email groups,
' and social networking sites. A LID is more appropriate
���"f for funding joint public improvernents such as
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' 2.2.2: Better utilize the Renton Pavilion Event
.� Center.
� •, Additional Details: The City should work to create a
preferred management agreement to ensure better
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vibrant Downtown.
' Timeframe: On-going.
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2.4 Create a greenway/promenade between the Cedar River and N
1 St Street.
The greenway/promenade would provide additional greenspace for the City
Center, improve access to the Cedar River, and provide potential restoration
opportunities.
2.4.1: Complete an initial conceptual plan for a greenway/ promenade
between the Cedar River and N 1St Street.
Additional Details: The City should complete a conceptual plan for the
area between the Cedar River and N 1 St Street to naturalize the river
corridor, improve recreational opportunities, and increase greenspace.
This conceptual plan should include a preliminary design for the
greenway/promenade.
The design of the greenway/promenade should be coordinated with the
planning and design of the Civic Node area, which includes Liberty
Park, the KCLS Main Renton Library, the Renton History Museum, and
the Cedar River(discussed in 3.1).
Responsible Partv: Lead: Community Services; Support: Planning,
Transportation
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Public Involvement: This initial phase would not involve a great deal of
public engagement, but would focus on gathering information for the
detailed design. The zoning changes (discussed in 2.4.1) and the
detailed design (discussed in 2.4.2)would involve the public.
Timeframe: Short-term.
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3.1 Coordinate Liberty Park, the KCLS Main Renton Library, the
Renton History Museum, the Cedar River, and the proposed
greenway/promenade as a key activity node for the City Center.
The node should highlight and make visible#his concentration
of civic activities and emphasize thaf this is a critical
crossroads connecting the north and south City Center areas.
Build on the wayfinding program (discussed in 1.1) to direct people to the civic
activities in this node. Consider using iandscaping,water features, or artwork to
highlight the entries#o the civic activities, such as
` Lighting the Bridge; as referenced in the Arts and Culture
�WR� ' Master Plan. Incorporate the greenway/promenade
`�.. N%'" concept(discussed in 2.4} into this activity node.
'` ' Coordinate with the transpor#ation improvements
µ�, `�" (discussed in 6.5—'6.7)to improve access and
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4.1.3: Pursue the possibility of establishing a bank-operated low-interest
loan program to help initiate building improvements.
Additional Details: The City should work with local banks to encourage
development of a low-interest loan program.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Economic Development; Support: Planning,
Community Services
Resources: $$$
Public Involvement: Work with banks to establish a program. If a
program is established, work with property owners and businesses to
promote the program.
Timeframe: Short-term, begin coordination with banks. Dependent on
bank participation.
4.2 Ensure that the single-family area of the South Renton
neighborhood remains cohesive and intact.
The South Renton neighborhood is currently zoned for high-density multi-
family, but there are areas of strong, cohesive single-family neighborhoods that
should be preserved. Rezoning this area to single-family zoning may help spur
reinvestment in this area by removing some of the uncertainty single-family
homeowners may have based on potential development that could occur in
their neighborhood. It may also lessen property speculation that may be
occurring.
4.2.1: Consider rezoning the intact, single-
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5.4.2: Explore the City's transit options and establish a preferred
strategy/option for BRT, LRT, and other transit strategies for the
City, especially a possible extension north from Downtown
Renton.
Additional Details:
• Conduct a formal study to determine the preferred route. The
study should include funding options and implementation
strategies.
• Incorporate study recommendations for the preferred strategy for
BRT, LRT, and other transit strategies info#he Comprehensive
Plan and other regional plans. This may also include land use
changes along the preferred route.
• Review and approve developmertt permits along preferred route to
preserve potential needs for rights-of-way and non-motorized
accessibility.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: Planning,
Community Services
Resources: $$$-$$$$; Staff and consultants
Public Involvement: 'Salicit feedback�n transit concepts and options
from the communi#y, businesses, and property owners.
Timeframe: Mid-term. Study is short-term due to F-line design moving
forward; implementation is longer-#erm. Dependent on coordination
with King County Metro and Sound Transit. Implementation will
depend on major funding. ;
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Economic and Community Development
Comment Form — RESULTS
%of total responses
Great
idea! Okay Bad idea Not sure
EC1 Support the regional employment center by
improving regional transportation access, serving 61% 33% 0 6%
employees' and employers' needs, and providing
necessary utilities and infrastructure
EC2 Enhance the regional retail cluster by:
• Improving identity, appearance, and circulation
• Consolidating and coordinating uses 6g% 21% 0 11%
• Enhancing and coordinating auto dealerships
with more consistent landscaping and exploring
coordinated marketing with signage standards
EC3 Address crime and maintenance issues in 910�0 90�0 0 0
downtown
EC4 Institute building improvement incentives in Q5% 5% 0 0
downtown
EC5 Fix up and reuse railroad right-of-way $0% 15% 0 5%
EC6 Create a Business Improvement District(BID) in
downtown to organize for joint marketing, 82% 12% � 6%
parking, property improvements, and streetscape
improvements
EC7 Better utilize the event center (more activities) 70% 20% 5% 5%
EC8 Enhance and provide space for small-scale, local 37% 26% 32% 5%
retail on South Tobin Street
EC9 Enhance and provide space for small-scale, local
retail on the north side of 1 St St with a greenway/ 42% 32% 5% 21%
promenade south of N 15t St
EC10 Enhance and provide space for small-scale,
mixed-use, local retail on Park Avenue North 62% 29% 10% 0
connecting The Landing to Downtown.
EC11 Protect and enhance single-family residential
neighborhoods to ensure these areas can help 75% 15% 5% 5%
support the economic development of City Center
(See also Neighborhoods N4-6).
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EC12 Integrate and coalesce the North Mixed-Use Area
(including the Landing) to ensure it develops into 70% 20% 0 10%
a cohesive, connected area.
EC13 Connect Downtown, The Landing, and Coulon
Park with pedestrian, bike, transit, and
streetscape connections in an "amenity spine" 91% 9% 0 0
that unifies and expands the identity of all three
areas and City Center as a whole.
EC14 Coordinate Liberty Park, the Library, the Renton
History Museum, and the Cedar River as a key
node for City Center. The node should highlight
and make visible this conecentration of civic 81% 13% 6% 0
activities and emphasize that this is a critical
crossroads connecting north and south City
Center.
Other ideas we may have missed:
• Number EC2: Yes, auto dealerships are an eyesore.
• Number EC6: (Marked "Not Sure.") Chamber
• Number EC11: Follow through.
• Number EC11: We need to keep the historical feel.
• Number EC14: Nice idea, but these four items don't create a critical crossroads.
• No bad ideas in the bunch!
• Put something in place to get the DTR landlords to be more involved.
• I think the Event Center was a lost opportunity to have built a larger piazza. We did not
need another meeting place; we have enough already.
• Provide incentives that encourage preservation of historic and near-historic buildings to
ensure Renton's streetscape has a distinctive character.
• Better utilize public art to enhance the streetscape.
• How can the theatres work together to create more energy and synergy?
• A round-about would be a great idea here!
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Dear Bonnie i.Walton, ��
I am writing you this letter in response to the fabulous plan and drawings depicting the future of our city
(Renton). I do have concern with the breaking apart of Park Avenue North from some residential and
some commercial. If this plan is to be a viable one for the full 20 years,to revitalize, expand the tax base,
etc. I feel I need to mention a few things.
Bellevue and Sauth Lake Union areas are prime examples. These areas are getting ready for the next
phase af the future and gives full opportunities for big and small businesses as well as developers who
are the ones investing and taking the big risks.
Because Park Avenue North is a main thoroughfare to Downtown Renton and is not a very long road it
should all (both sides) have full development potential in my opinion for the future growth of the 10`n
and soon to be 9th largest city in Washington.
Respectf
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Remzi Ateser Sr.
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Renton,Washington 98057
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CERTIFICATE OF MAILING
STATE OF WASHINGTON )
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COUNTY OF KING )
BONNIE I. WALTON, City Clerk for the City of Renton, being first duly sworn on oath, deposes
and says that she is a citizen of the United States and a resident of the State of Washington,
over the age of 21 and not a party to nor interested in this matter.
That on the 19th day of May, 2011, at the hour of 4:30 p.m. your affiant duly mailed and placed
in the United States Post Office at Renton, King County, Washington, by first class mail to all
parties of record, Notice of Public Hearing to consider the following:
Adoption of the City Center Community Plan, a plan intended to express a vision and the
goals for the City Center community over the next 20 years.
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SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE me this 19th day of May, 2011.
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Brenda Asterino Remzi Ateser Barbara Balon
95 Burnett Ave S #215 214 Park Avenue North#A 341 Pelly Ave N.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Evonne Beck Avanti Bergquist Sonja Bowden
1200 N. 2nd St. 975 Aberdeen Ave NE#A-302 7039 S. 126th St.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98056 Seattle WA 98178
Brian Buxton Art Campbell Patricia Carroll
102 Main Ave S. 110 Williams Ave# 405 1003 N. First St. # 103
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Lee Chicoins Kristin Clark Linda Clauson
406 Burnett Ave. N. 15325 SE 155th Place Unit J-4 505 Smithers Ave S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98058 Renton WA 98057
Gayle Clemens Robert Curner George and Sally Daniels
523 Williams Ave S. 12100 87th Ave S 215 Garden Ave N.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98178 Renton WA 98057
Jeff Dineen Rich Dolleman Tom Enrico
320 Smithers Ave S. 55 williams ave s #401 4601 NE 23rd
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98059
Dana Farc Richard Ferguson Tami Foust
595 Pierce Ave SE 614 Shattuck Ave S #2 2920 200th Ave SE
Renton WA 98058 Renton WA 98057 Sammamish WA 98075
Nathan Funkhouser Jenny Gamache Kristi Hartman
248 Garden Ave N. 424 Williams Ave S 206 Wells Ave N.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Jay Hill John Hisey Ben Johnson
6621 SE 4th Pl 231 Garden Ave North 447 Wells Ave N
Renton WA 98056 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
L. Jones Karen Knudsen Deborah Krieg
130 Main Ave S. #312 221 Park Ave N #1 320 Renton Ave S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
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Angie Lamlainen David Lilly Charles Lissner
314 Garden Ave N. 16213 143rd Pl NE 341 Pelly Ave N.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Barb Mandic Barbara Mandic Monte Marchetti
504 Smithers Ave S. 504 Smithers Ave S 907 Grant Ave South
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Mark Martinez Patti Miele Geoff Miller
4116 NE Sth St 528 Williams Ave S 424 Williams Avenue S
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Geoff Miller Rick Moreno Rhona Moses
424 Williams Ave S 1129 SE 169th 816 Renton Avenue S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Gerry Myers John Navin Stacy Near
539 Cedar Ave S 517 Burnett#203 Ave S. 104 Main Ave S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Candace O'Leary Roger Paulsen Tobin Pipkin
636 Whitworth Lane South 6617 SE Sth Pl 1413 Smithers Ave S
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98059 Renton WA 98057
Gabrielle Pipkin Simon Quinn Ramsey Rutt
1413 Smithers Ave S 5318 NE 4th Street 1325 Aberdeen Ave
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98059 Renton WA 98056
Nora Schultz Mikey Shelly George Sheretsky
536 Williams Ave N. 541 Wells Ave N. 1005 N. Sth
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Rolfanne Shoemaker Robbins Solomon Kris and Hannah Sorensen
1064 Kirkland Ave NE#1 O l 19148 108th Ln SE 525 Burnett Ave S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98055 Renton WA 98057
Helen Stanwell Robert Summers Kim Sweet
130 Main Ave S. 1003 S 30th Ct 622 Morris Ave S
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98055 Renton WA 98057
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Ellen Tennis Matt Topping Mike Tribble
243 Wells Ave N. 236 Wells Ave N. 243 Wells Ave N.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Mike Tribble Wesley Van Doren Brian Van Horten
243 Wells Ave. N. 225 Logan Ave S 508 Morris Ave S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Bill Warfield Matilda Whitaker Melinda Woodard
17135 164th Way SE 413 Wells Ave N. 1218 N 2nd St
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Terri Zura Don Palmer Adriana Abramovich
4507 SE 4th St. 16638 106th SE 6621 44th St E
Renton WA 98059 Renton WA 98055 Fife WA 98424
Rachel Anderson Stephanie Gouldman Z'�ie Lu
11406 SE 80th Street 325 Washington Ave S #282 120 H St NW
Newcastle WA 98056 Kent WA 98032 Auburn WA 98001
Erin Aboudara
Fairwood Greens HOA Board of Linda Asaif Monica Babine
Trustees Merrill Gardens @ Renton Centre WSU Extention
17431 161 st Ave SE 104 Burnett Ave South 11716 NE 95th St
Renton WA 98058 Renton WA 98057 Kirkland WA 98033
Richard Brooks
Domingo Betty Bob Bridge Renton Area Youth and Family
7 Eleven Bob Bridge Toyota Scion Services
404 Sunset Blvd 150 SW 7th PO box 1510 1025 S. Third St.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Brad Brotherton
Brotherton Cadillac Buick Pontiac James Capestany Michael Christ
GMC Walkers Renton Subaru/Mazda Seco Development
215 SW 12th St 720 Rainier Ave S 1083 Lk Washington N #50
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98056
Dan Clawson Charles Divelbiss Wyman Dobson
Clawson Law Office PS St. Charles Place Antiques Law Office
108 Logan Ave So. Suite A 230 Wells Ave S 229 Williams Ave South
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Amy Farnham Bill Gaw Emily Graaf
First Savings Bank Cugini Florists American Drapery
201 Wells Ave South 413 S Third St PO Box 896
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Ali Hopkins �Gina Kavesh �Craig Koeppler
Harrington Square Apartments Renton Western Wear Renton Village
950 Harrington Ave NE 724 South 3rd St 520 Pike St Suite 1500
Renton WA 98056 Renton WA 98057 Seattle WA 98101
John Levich Dan Lewis Keith Maehlum
The Levich Agency PACCAR ITD HAL Real Estate Investments Inc
124 Williams Ave. South 777 106th Ave NE 2025 First Ave #700
Renton WA 98057 Bellevue WA 98004 Seattle WA 98121
Gail McLendon �ondo Pavone Kyle Quinn
McLendons Hardware 310 Wells Ave PACCAR ITD
440 Rainier Ave South Renton WA 98057 480 Houser Way N
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Bob Raphael Gary Slotnik James Stanek
Service Linen Garland Jewelers AAA Washington
903 S 4th 814 South 3rd St 211 Shattuck Ave S. Apt. B-7
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Liz Stewart Rich Sweeney Suzanne Thompson
Renton History Museum The Renton Printers McLendons Hardware
235 Mill Ave South 315 South 3rd St 440 Rainier Ave South
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
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CITY OF RENTON
Renton City Council
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Renton City Council has fixed the 6th day of June,
2011, at 7:00 p.m. as the date and time for a public hearing to be held in the seventh
floor Council Chambers of Renton City Hall, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, to
consider:
Adoption of the City Center Community Plan, a plan intended to express a
vision and the goals for the City Center community over the next 20 years.
To review the written plan, visit the Community Planning page on the City web site at
www.rentonwa.us and click on "City Center," or contact the City Clerk office at 425-430-
6510.
All interested parties are invited to attend the hearing and present written or oral
comments regarding the proposal. For those unable to attend the public hearing,
written comments submitted to the City Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the hearing
will be entered into the public hearing record. Written comments must include the
submitter's full name and address.
Renton City Hall is in compliance with the American Disabilities Act, and interpretive
services for the hearing impaired will be provided upon prior notice. For information,
call 425-430-6510.
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Bonnie I. Walton
City Clerk ,
Published Renton Reporter
May 20 &June 3, 2011
Account No. 50640
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"Shaping the Center of Our Growing City"
Renton's City Center is expected to undergo �' �= -, ,_
significant change due to growth and ���y�'���er�� ��,� � � � . �
development because a portion of it has been ' ' � �� " ,� � - '
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• New development Phase II -The Implementation Strategy
• Began Fall 2010
The plan has been broken into two phases. o Meetings with departments
• Drafted strategies to implement goals and
Phase I—Goal Identification policies
• Started work on plan in Summer 2009 • Updated existing conditions
o Solicited input at neighborhood • Demographics
picnics and business roundtables • Updated land use section
• Presented findings at open houses in Fall • Reworked policy statements where
2009 and received feedback appropriate
• Worked with City staff interdepartmental • Added implementation strategies
team, Planning Commission, and Council to . Worked with IDT to refine
refine • Presented to Planning Commission
• Presented for public review April 2010 . Met with stakeholder groups
o Edited and refined • Public Hearing -City Council June 6, 2011
• Endorsed by Counci) October 2010
For more information please contactAngie Mathias,
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Phase l,(�ity Center Goals organize and fund joint marketing, joint parking
1. Improve the visibility and perception of the City strategies, property improvements, community
Center, and create a distinct identity. events, and streetscape improvements. Joint
, marketing could include communication tools such
2. Continue to support Renton s diverse economic
sectors. as a Downtown Business internet presence
including a website, email groups, and social
3. Improve the concentration of civic activities networking sites. A LID is more appropriate for
including Liberty Park, the library building, Renton funding joint public improvements such as
History Museum, and Cedar River to create a sidewalks, special lighting, etc. and should be
dynamic civic node. considered for these types of improvements.
4. Protect and enhance the existing residential Responsible Partv: Lead: Economic Development;
neighborhoods.
Support:Community Services
5. Provide better regional transportation connections
to improve access.
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6. Provide better connections — especially between Public Involvement:Work with business and
Coulon Park/Lake Washington, The Landing, North
property owners in the downtown core.
Renton Neighborhood, Downtown, and South Timeframe:Short-term.
Renton Neighborhood. 2.2.2: Better utilize the Pavilion Events Center.
7. Provide connections to regional trails and build on Additional Details:The City should work to create a
these key connections as an economic preferred management agreement to ensure better
development strategy. utilization of the space with more events that are
8. Protect and enhance the natural features and open open to the public.
space and improve public access to and Responsible Partv: Lead: Community Services;
connections between Lake Washington shoreline, Support: Economic Development
the Cedar River, and the variety of parks and open Resources: N/A
spaces.
Public Involvement: N/A
Phase (I Implementation Strategy Example Timeframe:On-going
2.2 Continue to support opportunities to create a 2.2.3: Initiate a sidewalk cafe case study and develop
more vibrant Downtown. tailored regulations to encourage sidewalk cafes in
In order to foster a Downtown that is vibrant, new Downtown.
opportunities that attract people and businesses to the Additional Details: Work with an interested business
City Center should be sought out, and existing efforts owner to allow sidewalk cafes on public right-of-way.
to retain businesses, to fill vacancies, and creote retail Use the case study to better understand potential
opportunities should be supported. Consider ways to issues and citizen concerns. After the case study,
identify and promote interim uses that activate vacont develop regulations to allow and encourage sidewalk
spaces. Pedestrian activity should be encouraged and cafes.
uses such as sidewalk cafes should be considered. Resqonsible Partv: Lead: Planning, Economic
2.2.1: Create a Downtown Business Improvement Development
District (BID) or Local Improvement District (LID), or Resources:$
utilize other funding mechanisms, to help public Involvement: Survey community after sidewalk
implement the goals and priorities of businesses in cafe is installed to determine any potential concerns
Downtown Renton. and possible mitigation.
Additional Details: Work with business leaders, Timeframe:Short-term
property owners, and the Renton Chamber of
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95 Burnett Ave S #215 214 Park Avenue North#A 341 Pelly Ave N.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Evonne Beck Avanti Bergquist Sonja Bowden
1200 N. 2nd St. 975 Aberdeen Ave NE#A-302 7039 S. 126th St.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98056 Seattle WA 98178
Brian B�ton Art Campbell Patricia Carroll
102 Main Ave S. 110 Williams Ave#405 1003 N. First St. # 103
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Lee Chicoins Kristin Clark Linda Clauson
406 Burnett Ave.N. 15325 SE 155th Place Unit J-4 505 Smithers Ave S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98058 Renton WA 98057
Gayle Clemens Robert Curner George and Sally Daniels
523 Williams Ave S. 12100 87th Ave S 215 Garden Ave N.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98178 Renton WA 98057
Jeff Dineen Rich Dolleman Tom Enrico
320 Smithers Ave S. 55 williams ave s#401 4601 NE 23rd
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98059
Dana Farc Richard Ferguson Tami Foust
595 Pierce Ave SE 614 Shattuck Ave S #2 2920 200th Ave SE
Renton WA 98058 Renton WA 98057 Sammamish WA 98075
Nathan Funkhouser Jenny Gamache Kristi Hartman
248 Garden Ave N. 424 Williams Ave S 206 Wells Ave N.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Jay Hill John Hisey Ben Johnson
6621 SE 4th Pl 231 Garden Ave North 447 Wells Ave N
Renton WA 98056 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
L. Jones Karen Knudsen Deborah Krieg
130 Main Ave S. #312 221 Park Ave N#1 320 Renton Ave S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
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Angie Lamlainen Da�id Lilly Charles Lissner
314 Garden Ave N. 16213 143rd Pl NE 341 Pelly Ave N.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Barb Mandic Barbara Mandic Monte Marchetti
504 Smithers Ave S. 504 Smithers Ave S 907 Grant Ave South
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Mark Martinez Patti Miele Geoff Miller
4116 NE Sth St 528 Williams Ave S 424 Williams Avenue S
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Geoff Miller Rick Moreno Rhona Moses
424 Williams Ave S 1129 SE 169th 816 Renton Avenue S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Geny Myers John Navin Stacy Near
539 Cedar Ave S 517 Burnett#203 Ave S. 104 Main Ave S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Candace O'Leary Roger Paulsen Tobin Pipkin
636 Whitworth Lane South 6617 SE Sth Pl 1413 Smithers Ave S
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98059 Renton WA 98057
Gabrielle Pipkin Simon Quinn Ramsey Rutt
1413 Smithers Ave S 5318 NE 4th Street 1325 Aberdeen Ave
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98059 Renton WA 98056
Nora Schultz Mikey Shelly George Sheretsky
536 Williams Ave N. 541 Wells Ave N. 1005 N. Sth
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Rolfanne Shoemaker Robbins Solomon Kris and Hannah Sorensen
1064 Kirkland Ave NE#101 19148 108th Ln SE 525 Burnett Ave S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98055 Renton WA 98057
Helen Stanwell Robert Sununers Kim Sweet
130 Main Ave S. 1003 S 30th Ct 622 Morris Ave S
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98055 Renton WA 98057
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243 Wells Ave N. 236 Wells Ave N. 243 Wells Ave N.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Mike Tribble Wesley Van Doren Brian Van Horten
243 Wells Ave. N. 225 Logan Ave S 508 Morris Ave S.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Bill Warfield Matilda Whitaker Melinda Woodard
17135 164th Way SE 413 Wells Ave N. 1218 N 2nd St
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Tem Zura Don Palmer Adriana Abramovich
4507 SE 4th St. 16638 106th SE 6621 44th St E
Renton WA 98059 Renton WA 98055 Fife WA 98424
Rachel Anderson Stephanie Gouldman 1'�ie Lu
11406 SE 80th Street 325 Washington Ave S #282 120 H St NW
Newcastle WA 98056 Kent WA 98032 Auburn WA 98001
Erin Aboudaxa
Fairwood Greens HOA Board of Linda Asaif Monica Babine
Trustees Memll Gardens @ Renton Centre WSU Extention
17431 161 st Ave SE 104 Burnett Ave South 11716 NE 95th St
Renton WA 98058 Renton WA 98057 Kirkland WA 98033
Richard Brooks
Domingo Betty Bob Bridge Renton Area Youth and Family
7 Eleven Bob Bridge Toyota Scion Services
404 Sunset Blvd 150 SW 7th PO box 1510 1025 S. Third St.
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Brad Brotherton
Brotherton Cadillac Buick Pontiac J�es Capestany Michael Christ
GMC Walkers Renton Subaru/Mazda Seco Development
215 SW 12th St 720 Rainier Ave S 1083 Lk Washington N#50
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98056
Dan Clawson Charles Divelbiss Wyman Dobson
Clawson Law Office PS St. Charles Place Antiques Law Office
108 Logan Ave So. Suite A 230 Wells Ave S 229 Williams Ave South
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Amy Farnham Bill Gaw Emily Graaf
First Savings Bank Cugini Florists American Drapery
201 Wells Ave South 413 S Third St PO Box 896
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Ali Hopkins �Gina Kavesh `�Craig Koeppler
Harrington Square Apartments Renton Western Wear Renton Village
950 Harrington Ave NE 724 South 3rd St 520 Pike St Suite 1500
Renton WA 98056 Renton WA 98057 Seattle WA 98101
John Levich Dan Lewis Keith Maehlum
The Levich Agency PACCAR ITD HAL Real Estate Investments Inc
124 Williams Ave. South 777 106th Ave NE 2025 First Ave#700
Renton WA 98057 Bellevue WA 98004 Seattle WA 98121
Gail McLendon �ondo Pavone Kyle Quinn
McLendons Hardware 310 Wells Ave PACCAR ITD
440 Rainier Ave South Renton WA 98057 480 Houser Way N
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Bob Raphael Gary Slotnik James Stanek
Service Linen Garland Jewelers AAA Washington
903 S 4th 814 South 3rd St Z11 Shattuck Ave S. Apt. B-7
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
Liz Stewart Rich Sweeney Suzanne Thompson
Renton History Museum The Renton Printers McLendons Hardware
235 Mill Ave South 315 South 3rd St 440 Rainier Ave South
Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057 Renton WA 98057
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CED:City Center Community Planning and Development Committee Vice-Chair Zwicker presented a report
Plan recommending that a public hearing for the City Center Community Plan be set
for 6/6/2011 at the Council meeting. Phase I of the City Center Community
P I� �OI �e� Plan was endorsed by Council on 10/4/2010 and staff was directed to begin
` work on Phase II of the plan. Staff has completed a draft of Phase II and
presents it for the review and consideration of the Council. Following the
. public hearing,the Committee recommends adoption of the full City Center
Community Plan.
MOVED BY ZWICKER,SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
RESOLUTIONS AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
ORDINANCES
RESOLUTION#4094 A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and Citv Clerk to enter into an
Executive: Interlocal interlocal agreement with Thurston County entitled "Interlocal Cooperative
Purchasing Agreement, Purchasing Agreement." MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR,
Thurston County COUNCIL ADOPTTHE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION#4095 A resolution was read establishing a Sister City Affiliation Policy for the City of
Community Services: Establish Renton. MOVED BY PERSSON,SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
Sister Cities Affiliation Policy RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
RESOLUTION#4096 A resolution was read granting authority for an interfund loan to Fund 317 for
Public Works: SW 27th St/ the SW 27th St./Strander Blvd. Connection project. MOVED BY PERSSON,
Strander Blvd Connection, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Interfund Loan to Fund 317
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
5/23/2011 Council meeting for second and final reading and adoption:
Rezone: Former Fire Station An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of certain property
13 Site, R-10 to R-14 within the City(17040 108th Ave.SE; Former Fire Station 13)from Residential
ten dwelling-units per net acre (R-10),to Residential 14 dwelling-units per net
acre (R-14), File No. LUA-11-007, ECF, R. MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY
PALMER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
ON 5/23/2011. CARRIED.
CED: 2011 Title IV An ordinance was read amending Sections 4-4-010 and 4-4-150 of Chapter 4,
(Development Regulations) City-Wide Property Development Standards,4-9-100 of Chapter 9, Permits-
Docket#D-55,Animal Specific,4-10-070 of Chapter 10, Legal Non-Conforming Structures, Uses and
Provisions Lots, and 4-11-010 of Chapter 11, Definitions,of Title IV(Development
Regulations), of City Code, by revising the regulations regarding the keeping of
animals, deleting Subsection 4-4-010.P., making violations of animal provisions
subject to civil penalties, adding a definition for"Animals, Domestic- Extra
Large Lot"and revising the definitions for"Animals, Domestic- Large Lot,"
"Animals, Domestic- Medium Lot," and "Animals, Domestic-Small Lot."
MOVED BY ZWICKER,SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE
FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/23/2011. CARRIED.
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ��'�'�U1%�� ��
COMMITTEE REPORT '�I�Y C��J(1�CfL
May 16, 2011
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City Center Community Plan Draft
Referred on April 5, 2010
The Planning and Development Committee recommends that a Public Hearing for the City
Center Community Plan be set for June 6, 2011 at the Council meeting. Phase I of the City
Center Community Plan was endorsed by Council on October 4, 2010 and staff was directed
to begin work on Phase ll of the Plan. Staff has completed a draft of Phase II and presents it
for the review and consideration of Council. Following the public hearing,the Planning and
Developmen��C� �� Cnittee recommends adoption of the full City Center Community Plan.
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Greg Taylor, Member
cc: Chip Vincent,Planning Director
Alex Pietsch,CED Administrator
CITY OF RENTON
Renton City Council
STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF KING } rroTicE oF
AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GNEN
that the Renton City Council has
fixed the 6th day of June, 2011,
at 7:00 p.m. as the date and time
PUBLIC NOTICE for a public heazing to be held in
Linda M Mills,being first duly sworn on oath that she is the Legal �ne se�emn floo� coun�>> cn�-
bers of Renton City Hall, ]O55 S.
Advertising Representative of the Grady Way, xencop, wA 9sos�,
to consider:
Adoption of the City Center ,. .
Renton Reporter Commu�nity Plan,a plan intend- '�!� f�=_-�•
ed to ex ress a vision and the
goals for the City Center com-
munity over the next 20 years.
To review the written plan, visit
a weekly newspaper, which newspaper is a legal newspaper of tne commun;cy P��n�ng page on
the City web site at www.renton- �
general circulation and is now and has been for more than six months wa.us and click on°°c��y center,°°
prior to the date of publication hereinafter referred to, published in or�onca�t cne c;cy c�e�k ofs�e at
the En lish lan ua e continuousl as a weekl news a er in Kin 4zs-a3o-6sio.
g g g Y Y P P g All interested parties are invited
County, Washington. The Renton Reporter has been approved as to actepa tne hearing and present
a Legal Newspaper by order of the Superior Court of the State of written or oral �omme„cs �egara- ,
ing the proposal. For those �
Washington for King County. unab�e to attend the public hear-
The notice in the exact form annexed was published in regular issues �ng, �inen �ommencs sUbm�ttea
to the City Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on
of the Renton Reporter (and not in supplement form) which was the day of u,e nea«ng wiil be
regularly distributed to its subscribers during the below stated period. encerea �nco cne pub�« neaz�ng
record. Written comments must
The annexed notice, a: include the submitter's f'ull name
Public Notice and address.
Renton City Hall is in compli-
ance with the American
Disabilities Act, and interpretive
WaS ublished on Ma 20 201 1 arid JUrie 3 2011. services for the hearing impaired
P Y > > will be provided upon prior no-
tice. For information, call 425-
430-6510.
Bonnie I.Walton �
City Clerk
The full amount of the fee charged for said foregoing publication is Published �n tne Renco„ RePorter
on May 20, 2011 and June 3,
the sum of $182.00. 2oli.aa9io�o.
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Linda M. Mills _ �' p.` �s'�N
Legal Advertising Representative, Renton Reporter = `�_�'� FTh
Subsc ibed and sworn to me this 6th day of June, 2011. �o �°��0�'� �'���
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in Cov' gton,Washington � r,r�"`"''
P. O. Number:
June 6, 2011 "'� Renton City Council Minutes � Pa e 182
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS Council President Briere presented a Committee ofthe Whole report
Committee of the Whole recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to adopt the Sunset
CED:Sunset Area Planned Area Planned Action, and present the following ordinances for reading:
Action,Surface Water Master Sunset Area Planned Action
Plan &Comprehensive Plan �
Amendments • Sunset Area Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• Sunset Area Master Drainage Plan
MOVED BY BRIERE,SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 182 for ordinances.)
Finance Committee Finance Committee Vice-Chair Taylor presented a report recommending
Finance: Vouchers approval for payment on June 6,2011 Claim vouchers 303224—303705 and
four wire transfers totaling$6,254,657.97, 1449 direct deposits, and 187 payroll
vouchers, and two wire transfers,and totaling$5,333,742.09.
MOVED BY TAYLOR,SECONDED BY PARKER,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Human Resources: HR Finance Committee Vice-Chair Taylor presented a report recommending that
Analysts Positions the two Human Resources Analyst positions(grade m20) be reclassified to
Reclassifications Senior HR Analysts(grade m22), effective 3/1/2011. This reclassification is in
recognition of the increased responsibilities that occurred due to the
reorganization of the Human Resources Risk Management Department. The
promotions will not require additional funding in the 2011-2012 budget. .
MOVED BY TAYLOR,SECONDED BY PARKER,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Lease: Suite 410 200 Mill Finance Committee Vice-Chair Persson presented a report recommending
Building, First Rate Mortgage concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve a month-to-month lease
with Curt Tiedeman, an individual, doing business as First Rate Mortgage, for
Suite 410 at the 200 Mill Building. The lease will provide the City with$2,500 in
revenue monthly. The Committee further recommended that the Mayor and
Citv Clerk be authorized to sign the lease.
MOVED BY TAYLOR,SECONDED BY PARKER,COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
RESOLUTIONS AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
ORDINANCES
RESOLUTION #4097 A resolution was read concerning the commencement of formal renewal
Franchise: Cable Television proceedings with Comcast under the Federal Cable Communications Policy Act
Renewal Proceedings, of 1984, as amended. MOVED BY CORMAN,SECONDED BY ZWICKER,COUNCIL
Comcast ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Added A resolution was read adopting the City Center Community Plan. MOVED BY
RESOLUTION #4Q98 PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER,COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ.
CED:City Center Community CARRIED.
Plan ��t���.
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June 6, 2011 �+►` Renton City Council Minutes `"'�' Page 177
between 0.9%and 1.8%,with Renton savings at 1.7%,second only to Bellevue.
Concluding, Mr. Pietsch stated that Renton wil)continue to work with C7 cities
on future collaborations. He reported possible energy reduction activities
across the jurisdictions include setting up a sustainable Eastside Web Portal,
forming an Eastside Business Alliance,organizing a Green Business Challenge,
joining King County Cities Climate Collaboration,and possibly implementing
Seattle's Phone Book Opt-Out Program for eastside cities.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
CED: City Center Community accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Law opened the public hearing to
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Plan consider the City Center Community Plan.
� ���t Community and Economic Development Administrator Alex Pietsch introduced
Q� Planning Director Chip Vincent,Associate Planner Angie Mathias, and
consultant Dara O'Byrne from MAKERS Architecture.
Ms. O'Byrne thanked City o�cials and stafF for the opportunity to work on the
City Center Community Plan. She summarized how MAKERS Architecture
helped with the pu.blic participation process beginning in 2009 in an effort to
receive feedback and public input.
Associate Planner Angie Mathias explained that the City Center Community
Plan lays out the goals,vision,elements and strategy for the City's first
community planning area. She remarked that the area is roughly three square
miles in size and includes the original growth center and a designated growth
center where tremendous growth is expected over the next 20 years. Ms.
Mathias stated Phase I of the plan which was endorsed by City Council in 2010.
Continuing, Ms. Mathias stated that Phase II of the plan involved meeting with
departments and environmental teams to develop and refine strategies to
' implement goals and policies,and presenting the plan to the Planning
Commission and stakeholders for feedback. Ms. Mathias stated that the
implementation strategy review has eliminated details that were not clear and
identified the roles of responsible parties, resources, public involvement,and
the implementation timeframe.She provided a brief summary of the 8 goals
outlined in the implement strategy along with 52 sub-goals.
Continuing, Ms. Mathias stated that in order to ensure the plan is fully
implemented, a Stewardship Committee is proposed with responsibilities of
tracking plan progress, identifying priorities and reporting progress to Council.
She remarked that the Stewardship Committee would include 16 members
from the community.
In conclusion, Ms. Mathias stated that the administration recommends that
Councit adopt the resolution approving the City Center Community Plan.
Correspondence was entered into the record from Remzi Ateser,Sr. (Renton),
Robert Raphael,Co-President of Service Laundry Supply(Renton)and Sarah
Becker(Renton)expressing suggestions and support for the City Center
Community Plan.
Public comment was invited.
Michael Christ(Renton) expressed appreciation for those who worked on the
plan. He suggested that Council consider moving the location of the northern
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terminus of the multi-modal parking structure from NE 8th St to a more central
location near the Puget Power lay-down yard, and also, relative to the water
taxi notion,to add preservation of deep water access in harbor areas in north
Renton as a goal of the Community Plan.
Larry Martin (Bellevuej of Davis Wright Tremaine, representing the Cugini
family, expressed support for adoption of the City Center Community Plan.
Referring to goal number four of the plan, he urged City Council to look at the
area with the objectives of preserving and promoting the integrity of the single-
family area and working with the area residents and property owners to ensure
the boundaries will be appropriately set.
Nora Schultz(Renton) remarked that the North Renton Neighborhood had also
created a loose plan for the area. She indicated the group supports the trolley
idea; however,to afford more flexibility would like to see a rubber trolley
instead of a rail trolley. She voiced concern about the promenade design along
the Cedar River trail,which seems to conflict with goal number four,would be
complex and costly,and would take away desired residential when there is
already enough commercial.
James Stanek(Renton) recommended an emphasis on pedestrian traffic areas,
sidewalk cafes, and bicycle-friendly use in the City Center Community Plan. He
stated that he also tiked the idea of changing the designation of SR 900 to
Logan Ave and that a theme for the area might be appropriate. He noted that
there was no diScussion of money,so funding would need to be addressed.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER,SECONDED
BY ZWICKER,COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED.
Councilmember Parker expressed his enthusiasm about the City Center
Community Plan. He pointed out that one of the components of the plan is to
address connectivity between The Landing and the downtown core area, and to
realize the importance of the survival,enhancement and benefit of all citizens
in the area. He stated that he would expect to see more public discussions for
further enhancement of the plan.
Councilmember Zwicker commented that the Stewardship Committee in the
plan is unique. He thanked City staff for doing a greatjob in getting public input
and developing a good base document.
MOVED BY PARKER,SECONDED BY ZWICKER,THE CITY CENTER PLAN BE
APPROVED AND THE RESOLUTION BE PRESENTED FOR ADOPTION. CARRIED.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Ed Torkelson (Seattle) read a prepared letter sharing his history of living in the
Citizen Comment:Torkelson— West Hilt area and participating in the 2004 West Hill Governance Options
West Hill Annexation Study. He reported being excited when his area was restored to the Renton
Potential Annexation Area (PAA) in 2005. He stated that his group is eagerly
anticipating the annexation election to be held in February 2012, and asked
that Council proceed with the scheduled vote and not postpone that election.
Mayor Law clarified that postponement of the annexation election is not being
considered by Council at this time; however the administration continues to
work on the funding that would be needed to allow this annexation to happen.
If Council decided more time is needed for this,they could make a decision to
postpone prior to the City being fully committed to the expense of the election.
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CITY OF RENTON
Renton City Council
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF
Linda M Mills, bein first dul sworn on oath that she is the Le al PUBLIC HEARING
g Y g NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
Advertising Representative of the that the Renton City Council has
fixed the 6th day of June, 2011,
at 7:00 p.m. as the date and time
for a public hearing to be held in
Renton Re orter the seventh floor Council Cham-
p bers of Renton City Hall, 1055 S.
Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057,
to consider.
Adoption of the City Center
�a weekly newspaper, which newspaper is a legal newspaper of co�»�„un�ry P�an,a p��,�ncena-
general circulation and is now and has been for more than six months ed to express a vision and the
goals for the City Center com-
prior to the date of publication hereinafter referred to, published in munity over the next 20 yeazs.
the English language continuously as a weekly newspaper in King To �e��eW tne .,��tten Pi�,,, ��Sit
the Community Planning page on
County, Washington. The Renton Reporter has been approved as the City web site at www.renton-
a Legal Newspaper by order of the Superior Court of the State of wa.us and click on°°c�ty cemer,°°
WSS�llrigtOri fOr Klllg COUrity. or contact the City Clerk office at
425-430-6510.
The notice in the exact form annexed was published in regular issues au �meresced p�r�es �e �n��tea
of the Renton Reporter (and not in supplement form) which was to attend the hearing and present
written or oral comments regard-
regularly distributed to its subscribers during the below stated period. �ng tne proposal. For moSe
The annexed notice, a: unable to attend the public hear-
. . ing, written comments submitted
Public Notice to the City Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on
the day of the hearing will be
entered into the public hearing
record. Written comments must
was published on May 20, 2011 and June 3, ZO11. include the submitter's �,» n�„e
and address.
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the sum of $182.�0. ; � - ` � tice. For information, call 425-
' � - � 430-6510.
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a M. M111S ��,,`• ��� ��'�'' � Published in the Renton Reporter
���` on May 20, 2011 and June 3,
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Subsc ibed and swo to me this 6th day of June, 2011.
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City Center Community Plan
Shaping the Center of Our Growing City"
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significant change due to growth and City Center �,�; c,
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The plan has been broken into two phases. o Meetings with departments
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Phase I–Goal Identification policies
� Started work on plan in Summer 2009 � Updated existing conditions
o Solicited input at neighborhood • Demographics
picnics and business roundtables • Updated land use section
• Presented findings at open houses in Fall • Reworked policy statements where
2009 and received feedback appropriate
• Worked with City staff interdepartmental • Added implementation strategies
team, Planning Commission, and Council to . Worked with IDT to refine
refine • Presented to Planning Commission
� Presented for public review April 2010 . Met with stakeholder groups
o Edited and refined . Public Hearing - City Council June 6, 2011
• Endorsed by Council October 2010
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1. Improve the visibility and perception of the City strategies, property improvements, community
Center, and create a distinct identity. events, and streetscape improvements. loint
2. Continue to support Renton's diverse economic marketing could include communication tools such
sectors.
as a Downtown Business internet presence
including a website, email groups, and social
3. Improve the concentration of civic activities networking sites. A LID is more appropriate for
including Liberty Park, the library building, Renton funding joint public improvements such as
History Museum, and Cedar River to create a sidewalks, special lighting, etc. and should be
dynamic civic node. considered for these types of improvements.
4. Protect and enhance the existing residential Responsible Partv: Lead: Economic Development;
neighborhoods.
Support: Community Services
5. Provide better regional transportation connections
to improve access. Resources:$$
Public Involvement: Work with business and
6. Provide better connections — especially between property owners in the downtown core.
Coulon Park/Lake Washington, The Landing, North
Renton Neighborhood, Downtown, and South Timeframe:Short-term.
Renton Neighborhood. 2Z.2: Better utilize the Pavilion Events Center.
7. Provide connections to regional trails and build on Additional Details:The City should work to create a
these key connections as an economic preferred management agreement to ensure better
development strategy. utilization of the space with more events that are
8. Protect and enhance the natural features and open open to the public.
space and improve public access to and Responsible Party: Lead: Community Services;
connections between Lake Washington shoreline, Support: Economic Development
the Cedar River, and the variety of parks and open
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spaces.
Public Involvement: N/A
Phase II Implementation Strategy Example Timeframe: On-going
2.2 Continue to support opportunities to create a 2.2.3: Initiate a sidewalk cafe case study and develop
more vibrant Downtown. tailored regulations to encourage sidewalk cafes in
In order to foster a Downtown that is vibrant, new Downtown.
opportunities that attract people and businesses to the Additional Details: Work with an interested business
City Center should be sought out, and existing efforts owner to allow sidewalk cafes on public right-of-way.
to retoin businesses, to fill vacancies, and create retail Use the case study to better understand potential
opportunities should be supported. Consider ways to issues and citizen concerns. After the case study,
identify and promote interim uses that activate vocant develop regulations to allow and encourage sidewalk
spaces. Pedestrion activity shou/d be encouraged and cafes.
uses such as sidewalk cofes should be considered. Responsible Party: Lead: Planning, Economic
2.2.1: Create a Downtown Business Improvement Development
District (BID) or Local Improvement District (LID), or Resources: $
utilize other funding mechanisms, to help public Involvement: Survey community after sidewalk
implement the goals and priorities of businesses in cafe is installed to determine any potential concerns
Downtown Renton.
and possible mitigation.
Additional Details: Work with business leaders, Timeframe: 5hort-term
property owners, and the Renton Chamber of
Commerce to establish the goals and priorities for cih�of, --�
businesses in Downtown. The BID/LID could help .�� T'"' � i � ��j�� a ��;;}
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May, 21, 2011 MAY 2 3 2011
REC�NED
C�1TY C�LER�S OFF�
Dear Bonnie I.Walton,
I am writing you this letter in response to the fabulous plan and drawings depicting the future of our city
(Renton). I do have concern with the breaking apart of Park Avenue North from some residential and
some commercial. If this plan is to be a viable one for the full 20 years,to revitalize, expand the tax base,
etc. I feel I need to mention a few things.
Bellevue and South Lake Union areas are prime examples. These areas are getting ready for the next
phase of the future and gives full opportunities for big and small businesses as well as developers who
are the ones investing and taking the big risks.
Because Park Avenue North is a main thoroughfare to Downtown Renton and is not a very long road it
should all (both sides) have full development potential in my opinion for the future growth of the 10`h
and soon to be 9th largest city in Washington.
Respectf
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Remzi Ateser Sr.
214 Park Avenue North#A
Renton,Washington 9$057
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05l26/11
To: Renton City Council
From: Bob Raphael
Subject: City Center Community Pian
After careful review and several discussions with city staff, I urge the Renton City Council to approve the
City Center Community Pian at its meeting on June 6t"2011. Unfortunately, I am unable to attend and
speak . The plan has our full support.
Sincerely.
Robert Raphael
Service Linen Supply
Co-President
903 S. 4TH ST. • PO BOX 957 • REI�TON,��'A 98057-0957 • 425-255-8GSG • 800-238-6123 • FA�i 20�-281-4930
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From: Angie Mathias
Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2011 3:30 PM
To: Bonnie Walton
Subject: FW: City Center plan..docx
Attachments: City Center plan..docx.docx
Hi Bonnie,
This was submitted to Jennifer Davis Hayes in regards to the City Center Public Hearing. I hope that it is acceptable in its
current form. If it is not, please let Jennifer,'myself, or Chip know that we need to advise Bob on how to proceed.
Thank you,
Angie
Angie Mathias
Associate Planner
City of Renton
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
425.430.6576
amathias@rentonwa.�ov
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From: Jennifer Davis Hayes
Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2011 8:14 AM
To: 'Bob Raphael'
Cc: Suzanne Dale Estey; Chip Vincent; Angie Mathias
Subject: FW: City Center plan..docx
Thanks Bob—we really appreciate your review and support of this plan and look forward to your involvement, as
possible, in the implementation of this plan over years to come.
Jennifer
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From: Bob Raphael fmailto:BRaphaelCa�ServiceLinen.com1
Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 9:55 PM
To: Jennifer Davis Hayes
Subject: City Center plan..docx
lennifer,
Please forward our letter in sup[port of the C+ty Center Community Plan to the appropriate people for us.
Thank you for all you do.
Thanks
Bob Raphael
Service Linen Supply
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1. Introduction................................................................................................... 1
LandUse......................................................................................................... 2
Description of Existing Conditions.............................................................................2
CityCenter Subareas................................................................................................4
City of Renton Comprehensive Plan.........................................................................6
CommunityPlanning.................................................................................................8
Population....................................................................................................... 9
Demographics...........................................................................................................9
2. Public Outreach and Participation ............................................................ 11
Phase1: Outreach....................................................................................... 11
NeighborhoodMeetings.......................................................................................... 11
BusinessStakeholders............................................................................................ 12
Summary of Initial Phase of Public Participation..................................................... 12
Phase 2: Public Open Houses..................................................................... 14
Results of the City Center Vision Priority Dot Exercise........................................:.. 15
Summary of Public Meetings ........................................................................ 16
CommunitySurvey........................................................................................ 20
3. Vision ........................................................................................................... 21
4. City Center Community Plan Elements..................................................... 25
Economic and Community Development...................................................... 27
Transportation............................................................................................... 61
Parks, Open Space, and Recreation............................................................. 91
5. Action Strategy............................................................................................ 99
ImplementationChart.................................................................................. 100
Conclusion .................................................................................................. 109
Creating a Vibrant Downtown................................................................................ 109
Enhancing Residential Neighborhoods................................................................. 110
Connectingthe City Center................................................................................... 110
TransportationPlan............................................................................................... 110
Oversight and Stewardship......................................................................... 111
PSRC Certification and Consistency........................................................... 112
Appendix A: Public Participation Results
Appendix B: PSRC Reporting Tool—Center Plans
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Denis Law Terry Higashiyama, Administrator
Leslie A Betlach, Parks Planning and Natural
Citv CounCil Resources Director
Terri Briere, Council President Elizabeth Stewart, Museum Manager
King Parker, Council President Pro-tem Karen E Bergsvik, Human Services Manager
Randy Corman Bonnie L Rerecich, Pleighborhood Resource and
Marcie Palmer Events Manager
Don Persson Todd Black, Capital Project Coordinator
Greg Taylor Norma McQuiller, Neighbarhood Program
Rich Zwicker Coordinator
Chief Administrative Officer Police
Jay Covington Kevin Milosevich, Chief
Timothy L Troxel, Deputy Chief
PlanninU COmmisSiOn Paul Cline, Commander
Ed Prince-Chair
Michael Drollinger-Vice Chair Fire & Emer4encv Services
Michael O'Halloran - Secretary Mark Peterson, Chief
Michael Chen William J Flora, Deputy Fire Chief
Ray Giometti Deborah Needham, Emergency
Gwendolyn High ManagemenUCommunity Risk Reductian
Nancy Osbam Director
Kevin Poole
Martin Regge Public Works
Gregg A. Zimmerman,Administrator
Communitv & Economic Develonment Richard Perteet, Deputy Public Works
Alex Pietsch, Administrator Administrator
Suzanne Dale Estey, Economic Development Lys L. Hornsby, Utility Systems Director
Director Jim Seitz, Planning and Pragram Supervisor
Chip Vincent, Planning Director
Jennifer Davis Hayes, Community Development Consultants
Project Manager John Owen, MAKERS architecture
Angie Mathias, Associate Planner Dara O'Byrne, MAKERS architecture
Larry Toedtli, Transpo Group
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� . Introduction
The Ciry of Renton is lacated in the Puget Sound region of Washingtan State at the
southern end of Lake Washington. Renton's City Center is located in the heart of the
City of Renton. The City Center's boundaries are generally Lake Washington to the
North, I-405 to the south and east, and �ind Avenue SW and Rainier Avenue to the
west. The City Center is made up of five geographic areas: the Regional
Employment Center, the Regional Retail Cluster, Downtown, Single-Family
Residential Neighborhoods, and the North Mixed-Use Area.
The City Center is expected to experience considerable growth and change in the
next 20 years, in part because of the anticipated growth of the Puget Sound region,
but also because a significant portion of the area is a designated Regional Growth
Center. This Community Plan is intended ta help shape and direct that grawth in a
way that reflects the visian and desires of the people who five, work, learn, and play
in the City Center, while acknowledging the role the City Center plays in the City as a
whole, as well as the entire region. This plan is intended to provide a strategy to
stimulate economic development, improve the livability of the neighborhoods,
preserve the City Cente�s unique identity and create community character, prioritize
the provision af City services and investment in infrastructure, and provide the public
with the opportunity to participate in shaping the future of the City Center.
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This Community Plan is intended to supplement and further refine
the City of Renton's Comprehensive Pian, adopted November 1,
2004 and updated in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010.
Specifically, the Community Pian builds upon the direction laid
out in the Comprehensive Plan's Land Use element. Where the
Community Plan provides specific guidance regarding land uses,
the policy language of this plan will govern over the
Comprehensive Pian.
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The City Center is a unique area that is comprised of diverse
activities and land uses ranging from airport industrial uses to
regional and local retail districts to single-family neighborhoods.
The City Center has numerous public facilities such as parks,
trails, and public art; a list detailing these public amenities is
included on page 5. In many ways, it is r�presentative of the land
uses of the entire Puget Sound region in microcosm.
Existing Land Use Chart
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Single-family residential 1265 199.5
Multi-family residential 174 109.2
Retail 243 270.1
Office 83 101.1
Government/Institutional 10 40.3
Industrial 34 287.3
Church/Welfare/Religious 12 4.8
Parks, Open Space, Recreation 12 128.5
Hotel/Motel, Other 10 14.5
Parking 86 43.6
Right-of-Way/Utility 16 59.9
Vacant 159 193.0
Air Terminal and Hangars 2 165.7
Miscellaneous 12 11.8
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�,, ,� portion of this subarea of the City Center. Paccar and the Renton
� Municipal Airport are also located in this area.
Regional Commercial Cluster
The 8cieing Cc�rnpa�t�r'�Rentr�n The Regional Commercial Cluster is located primarily in the
Pl�»t is�orte c�ft�;�rge southern portion of the City Center and serves as a retail hub,
prdperties thaf ma�ta�th� serving Renton and surrounding cities. This area consists of auto
"Region�f�m�alt�yme�►t��n�er." dealerships and other large-scale retail that consumers are
generally willing to drive longer distances to reach. Offices and
hotels also exist in the cluster.
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Downtown
, �� I Downtown Renton is located in the heart of the City Center. It
�� consists af a traditional retail "main street" on S 3`d Street with
restaurants and shops and a number of multifamily residential
�` developments. S 3�d Street is also designated as State Raute
900. The Metro Transit Center, located at 5 2"d Street and
"�w' * � � Burnett Avenue S, provides regional bus connectians for the City
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������ Center and the City as a whole. The Renton Pavilion Event
Center and Piazza Park barder the Transit Center and offer a
i?auvn#own unique gathering space in the heart of Downtown. The
Downtown area is a commercial center, but it is also a residential
neighbarhood that consists primarily of multifamily developments.
* ��� ' Sinale-Family Residential Neighborhoods
���������� `'�� The City Center contains four main single-family residential
neighborhoods. Monterey Terrace and Renton Nill are separated
';�� e from the rest of the City Center by I-405 and are therefore not as
connected to the activities of the City Center, yet they are reliant
upon it for goods, services, and transportation. These two
fiesid�nti�l neighbcarh4od neighborhoods consist primarily of single-family homes. The
North Renton Neighborhood, located just north of Downtown, and
the South Rentan Neighborhood, located just south of Downtown,
are twa intact residential neighborhoods. These two
��t�� ° '"�a.. -.�. neighborhoods consist primarily of single-family homes with
x� . i,� multifamily residential buildings interspersed. Residents in both
'. �' the North and South Renton Neighborhoods are well organized
and were engaged in this planning process.
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North Mixed-Use Area
Much of this area is a large, newer development called The
Landing that consists of large and small-scale retail and
multifamily housing. The Landing has become an entertainment
destinatian for people within the City Center and within the City as
a whole because of its variety of restaurants and movie theater. '
The area between The Landing and Lake Washington is also � II
expected ta develop as a large scale mixed-use project.
Public Amenities ��������, ;
The City Center is an area rich with public parks, art, and
facilities. Parks like Gene Coulan Memorial Park and the Piazza
Park draw visitors from around the region. There are many other
parks and recreational apportunities in the area including the
City's Skate Park and The Cedar River pog Park, an off-leash
dog park . Natural amenities, such as the Lake Washington
shoreline and the Cedar River, are also attractive public
amenities. The City Center contains some of the most iconic
public art in the City, such as the statue"Interface" in Gene
Coulon Memarial Park. Additionally, the area is home to the Main �$����������r
Library, The Renton History Museum, and City Hall. The public
amenities within the City Center are listed below.
City Center Public Amenities
Parks and Trails Public Art
Bumett Linear Park Balanced Cleaver- Renton Main Library
Cedar River Trail Benches—Renton City Hall
Gene Goulon Memorial Beach Park Bronze Owl-Renton City Hall .
Jones Park Celebrate the Salmon-Renton Main Library
Kiwanis Bicentennial Air Park Chief Sealth—Renton History Museum
Liberty Park Ghihuly Vase-Renton Gity Hall
Philip Arnold Park Donkey Run Away to the Mines-Tonkin Park
Piazza, Downtown Park Equii-Burnett Linear Park
Skate Park Fountain &Fountain Features, Piazza, Qowntown Park
Tonkin Park Homework Comes First- Renton Main Library
Veterans Memorial Park Icosahedron - Kiwanis Bicentennial Air Park
Interface-Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
PubliC FaCilities Our Adopted Community-City Center Parking Garage
GedarRiver Boat House Rolling Waters-Skate Park
Liberty Park Community Building Stiltwalker- Liberty Park
Fire Station#11 Summer Breeze-Piazza—Downtown Park
Renton History Museum The River-City Center Parking Garage
Rentan Main Library Trees-Renton Senior Activity Center
Renton City Hall Untitled-Fire Station#11
Renton Memorial Stadium Untitled-Renton Main Library
Rentan Senior Activity Center Untitled-Renton Senior Activity Genter
Untitled-Renton Senior Activity Center
Untitled Fountain-200 Mill Building
We Are All in This Boat Together-Renton Senior Activity Center
Wolves at Indian Baskets-Gedar River Trail
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City �f �enton �am�r�hensive Plan
The Comprehensive Plan provides policy guidance for the growth
and the development of the City as a whole based on a
community vision. The City of Renton Comprehensive Plan
{Comprehensive Plan)is in compliance with the Growth
Management Act(GMA}. The GMA requires that Camprehensive
Plans include policy direction for land use, housing, capital
facilities, utilities, and transportation.
The Comprehensive Plan incorporates statewide planning goals,
including provisions that discourage urban sprawl, support
affordable housing, protect the environment, and support
pravision of adequate urban services. The Plan is designed to
accommodate 20 year growth forecasts, determined by regional
agencies and local jurisdictions. Regional or countywide planning
has defined regional growth centers in locations where
concentrations of people and uses that can be served by transit
are desirable.
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'�°°aw• A portion of the City Center is designated a
� '��"°`"� Regional Growth Center, a type of urban center
��ura.�t�zaee., `: `„ t�18t COIISISt Of af@8S Of rllgfl2�—It1t2�1S1�/
�� ,�;>`� development and contain a mix of land uses and
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� 4����� $`���� �= � development within designated Centers serving
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� �- „ � .�� � �, ��� �� � was defined as the Renton Urban Center is
� �� �� ,� ���_ ��� �'` �*�° envisioned in the Comprehensive Plan as "the �
'�^'�� � � � � '��.����� � dynamic hearf of a growing regional cify." The
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cify's share of future regional growth. This
Gomprehertsive Plan-Land Use Map residential population will help to 6alance the
,.�:= `"" ��.� Cify's employment population and thereby meet
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Relevant Comprehensive Plan Goals and Objectives
Goal: Develop well-balanced attractive, convenient, robusfi commercial, office,
and residential development within designated Centers serving the City and the
region.
Objective LU-NN: Encourage a wide range and combinatian of uses, developed at
sufficient intensity to maximize efficient use of land, support transit use, and create a
viable district.
Objective LU-00: Implement Renton's Ur6an Center consistent with the Urban
Centers criteria of the Countywide Planning Policies (CPP}to create an area of
concentrated employment and housing with direct service by high capacity transit and a
wide range of land uses such as commercial/officelretail, recreation, public facilities,
parks and open space.
Objective LU-PP. Zone areas within the Urban Center-Downtown designation ta provide
a vibrant downtown district that provides a mix of high density urban land uses that
suppart transit and the further synergism of public and private sector activities.
Objective �U-QQ: Create a balance of land uses that contribute to the revitalization of
downtown Renton and, with the designated Urban Center- North, fulfill the requirements
of an Urban Center as defined by Countywide Planning Policies.
Objective LU-QQ: Encourage the evolution of downtown Renton as a regional
commercial district that complements the redevelopment expected to occur in the Urban
Center-North.
Objective LU-RR: Encaurage additional residential development in the Urban Center-
Downtown supporting the Countywide Planning Policies definition of Urban Center.
Objective LU-SS.Attract large-scale redevelopment of residential and commercial uses
in order to implement the Urban Centers criteria of the Countywide Planning Policies to
provide hausing and jobs.
�bjective LU-TT: Create a major commercial/retail district developed with uses that
add significantly ta Renton's retail tax base, provide additional employment opportunities
within the City, attract businesses that serve a broad market area and act as a gathering
place within the community.
Objective LU-UU: Create an urban district initially characterized by high-quality,
campact, low-rise development that can accommodate a range of independent retail,
office, research, o�professional companies. Support the continuing investment in and
transition af law-rise development into more intensive, urban forms of development to
support a vital mixed-use district over time.
Objective LU-W: Support ongoing airplane manufacturing and accessory uses.
Objective LU-WW: If Boeing elects to surplus property in District Two, land uses should
transition inta an urban area characterized by high-quality development offering
landmark living, shapping and work environments planned to take advantage af
access and views ta the adjacent river and take sharelines.
For more information, see the City of Renton Comprehensive Plan.
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Chapter 1 � `'� .� . m4..�� �
G��munity Planning
The City's 2008 amended Comprehensive Plan laid out a
community planning process to estabiish a vision for each
geographical subarea within the City. The City's goal is to include
all of the neighborhaods of the City in a Community Plan.
The purpose of community planning in the City of Renton is to
improve the livability of Renton's neighborhoads, preserve unique
identity and create community character, prioritize the provision of
City services and investment in infrastructure, and provide the
public with the opportunity to participate in shaping the future of
their community.
Working with businesses, residents, and other stakeholders, the
City will develop Community Plans that address local issues that
are more specific than what is included in the Comprehensive
Plan and work to enhance that which the community values.
All Community Plans will anticipate and accommodate future
growth and must be consistent with the overall Comprehensive
Plan and the Washington State Growth Management Act.
Community Plans will strive to incorporate other planning
initiatives, such as the Trails and Bicycle Master Plan, Museum
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Master Plan, and transportation planning
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" '.�`;, � -� '��',= � ==---°-- the City began the community planning effort
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° with the City Center, in part, because of its
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_'�:� � � ����`� � with the City Center is because the area
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s' �, � � � � ���•����' City. The area has regional employers,
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�'�`�� �� '�"° ��"'���� � � � �� parks that provide recreational opportunities,
�� � `°�� � � "���` � � �'=: �. natural features that provide open space, and
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� � Introduction
Demographic�
The City of Renton is the 9th most populous city in Washington ; 2oioPopu�ano�btra�e
state, and the fifth most populous in King County. As of 201 Q, the ,,,,
population of the City was approximately 90,927 people.
In order to envision the City Center 2Q years from now, it is �
important to first understand the current conditions. The following
demographic data is projected from the 2000 census. j �
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Who lives in the City Center? � � � ������
The approximate population in the City Center is 7,281 (8% af the h� � ,:� s,���;��
city's total population). The median age of people living in the "a�'°`�p°~�`k°�'�'°°°�
City Center in 2010 was 40.8, with a fairly even distribution
between age groups (see chart to the right). In 2009, 66% of the
City Center population was white, 11.5% was Asian or Pacific ZoosPo��aya�
Islander, and 11%was black. ,' ,I i
The estimated average household income in the City Center in
2010 was 65 776 while the median h ns�'
$ , ousehold mcome in 2010 _
was $49,972.
What do thev do?
Fifty-eight percent of the people who live in the City Center have
white collar jobs, 19% have service related jobs, and 22°lo have
blue collarjobs. Unfortunately, many residents of the City Center
do not work in the City Center. 62% of the workers commute
alone in autamobiles, 17% carpool, 9% take public transportation
to get to work, 7% walk to work, and 2%work fram home. The
commute time far people who live in the City Center is
approximately 27 minutes.
Where do they live?
There are approximately 3,184 total housing units in the City
Center. Of thase housing units, approximately 33°lo are awner
occupied, 58% are renter accupied, and 9°!o are vacant.
Approximately 38°l0 of the housing units are single family
detached homes and 45% of the units are in buildings with five or
more units. 58°10 of the residential structures in the City Center
were built before 1969.
Commercial
There are approximately 1,112 businesses located in the City
Center with approximately 11,257 employees. Approximately
40% of those businesses are in the service industry, 27% are
retail, and 11% are in the finance, insurance, or real estate
industry.
City Center Com�;ur�€�y Plar� �� g
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Chapter 1 �
Growth Projections
The City Center is a designated Regional Growth Center and is
identified as such by the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC)
in their February 2008 Vision 2040 report. According to PSRC,
Regional Growth Centers are types of Urban Centers that consist
of areas of higher-intensity development and contain a mix of
land uses and services. PSRC assigns a certain level of growth
that Regional Growth Centers need to accept by 2040.
The overall adopted growth targets for the City of Renton are
14,835 new housing units and 28,7Q0 new jobs. Because the
City Center is a designated Regional Growth Center, it is
anticipated that a significant portion of that growth will occur in the
City Center area.
This plan sets fo�th goals, policies, and implementation strategies
to ensure the City Center can accept the projected growth in a
way that is compatible with the vision of the community.
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2 . Pubfi� �u�reac� � nd Participation
As part of the community planning process laid out in the City's Comprehensive Plan,
the City worked with residents, business leaders, employees, and property owners to
understand their needs and desires to improve the City Center. In Phase 1 of the
public outreach, City staff and consultants attended a number of neighborhood
meetings to solicit feedback. In Phase 2, the City held a number of public meetings
to solicit input on the Community Pian.
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The City solicited feedback from community residents at two different community
meetings. The first opportunity to solicit feedback was at the North Renton
community picnic at Jones Park on July 29, 20Q9 and the second opportunity was on
August 12, 2009 at the Piazza. At both meetings, the City set up a booth where
community members could chat with City staff and consultants about what they like
and don't like about their neighborhood and the City Center as a whole. Participants
were asked the following questions:
• What do you like about your neighborhood?
• What would you like to see changed about your neighborhood?
• What do you like about the City Center?
• What would you like to see changed about the Gity Center?
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As residents gave responses, the consultants wrote their
responses down and drew quick sketches representing the
concepts. These diagrams and ideas were then put on display for
r all community members to see and comment. After the meetings
`; �� were over, all of the comments were recorded and summarized.
� Fvr detailed results of these meetings, please see Appendix A.
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The City also solicited feedback from the City Center business
, -. community and property owners in two meeting�,one held on
�I'�'� ��� �`�'� September 2, 2009 and the other held on Septemk�er 18, 2009.
��.� �'��C;'���r These meetings consisted of a brief introductic�n and averview
presentatian of the City Center Communifiy Ptan and were
fallowed by a roundtable discussion of the busines�,community's
Q�� �,/ concerns and visions for the City C�nker. The detaile€i results of
" `f these meetings can be seen in Appendix A.
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� 1. The City Center has many strengths and�ssets
_�� . Regional emplc�yment base that any emerging city would envy
�:' ��"� ° `� � �� . An active DowntowR
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� Thrir�ing neighborhoads(peopl� realty Iike living in the
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� . A broad sp�drum of retail actisli#ies appeaiing to a regional, city-
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. Seueral(hid�len)attractions—Cedar River, Piazza
� jj� � . Public art investments by the City and other cammunity groups
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pt� �-�'� s�dt�s a� rrt.�'j' 2. There are issues and opportunities that should be addressed
�, C���r�� °"� �{ • Creat��better identity for the City Center
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� . Improve cc�nnections�nd circulation between the different
� activity cx;rtfers in the City Center(e.g.The Landing, Downtown)
"�.� . Protect the neighborhoods from intrusive development
• l,1}agra�e both real and perceived security, safety, maintenance
and�nvironmental quality problems in the neighborhoods and
y ' Downtown
�w" � . Increase the"energy° in the Downtown business community
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r �`�'� . Improve regional transportation connections to support the
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1 �� � employment base and regional retail activities
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� . The City Center's most people friendly places and attractions
are hidden in the center of the area without visible and direct
access to highways. "Renton's City Center is a well kept
�B: secret,"was a camment heard in an outreach meeting.
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3. Improvement ideas and suggestions ��� � �� ��i�
• Keep through-traffic out of Downtown � ,�,r ,'�,�,�-�,�, y,��
• Determine a preferred route for Bus Rapid Transit(BRT}and �-;�,.g�",��`
light rail service
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• Continue to implement the pedestrian and bicycle plans ,�
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• Create gateways at key entry points into the Ci#y Center � '�
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• Re-evaluate the value/necessity of the one-way street system �,,,���,,,y�� ��
• Coordinate and consolidate regional retail activities in the south
end of the City Center
� othe�r parts of the�tg s development and better connect it to �� � � "� � ' ������ ���
• Explore options for creating a multi-modal spine on Park
Avenus with streetscape improvements
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• Make a special effort to improve the identity and perception of
the City Center, especially regarding safety in the Downtown 4 �"�"�gmg�
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• "Naturalize"the Cedar River and improve access to leverage � # ���
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• Improve and use the BNSF right-of-way
• In the long term, connect the Cedar river and Coulon Park with �,�-�,,g�-,,,� ,�,��,�
a shoreline trail ������� �
• Adjust zoning to reflect existing single family nature of the '�`^�`�
neighborhoods "'�'�'�''� �--'�� �
Undertake a neighborhood im rovement ro ram to address "����� ����
• issues such as safety, securiiy, property mai9tenance, local �����'.�� �
services, and pea patch.
• Establish {or strengthen)a Downtown business improvement
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• Build on the strengths of the employment and regional retail
base
• Give high priority to circulation and connection improvements as
they are necessary to support most of the other actions
• Continue to work on the City Center's identity and visibility
• Assist neighborhoods and the Downtown with a broad spectrum
of support and self-help programs to address security, housing ;o;�� �, �,�,�� �,,�,,�7
preservation, neighborhood services, and com atibilit of new t
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development. Adjust zoning to support single-family •
neighborhoods ,� ,
• Plan for near and long-term opportunities such as transit system
development, railroad ROW disposition, and potential large- C�`� r o
scale changes in land use.
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On October 17, 2009 the City held a public open house at Renton
���, High School. The City also offered a second opportunity for
public input on the evening of November 12, 2009 at the Renton
History Museum. Valuable input was received at both meetings.
Based on the feedback from the earlier community and business
meetings, the City and consultant team put together a series of
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� proposals for the City Center, broken into four key'categories:
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transportation, economic and community dev�lopment,
neighborhoods, and parks and greenspace: T'h�se proposals
'' were portrayed on a series of maps;and participar�#s were able to
� ��� � � rank the proposals on individual ctJmt�r'�ent forms. An o�erall
t ,-, vision map v�as also on display and��participants were ak�{e to rank
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! their top priorities with a dat exercise (see the following page).
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In general, participants were supportiv�of the proposals
portrayed on the map5 during the two op�n h�uses. Detailed
results from these Open Hnuses are incorpt�rated into the
Framework Plan Elements and ean be.seen in Appendix A.
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'�+` Public`'�utreach ar�d Participation
Resuits vf �I�e City Cee�ter Vision P��°ir�ri�y
Dot ExerCi�e
Support the Regional Employment Center by improving
regional transportation access, providing for employees' � �
needs, and providing necessary utilities
Enhance the Regional Retail Cluster
Continue to enhance Downtawn
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Provide additional space for small-scale, local retail �1 �
Retain single-family character of residential areas � � �F
Integrate North Mixed-Use Area
Initiate a City-sponsored traffic calming program and
imprave safety (and perception of safety}
Enhance gateways entering the City Center, improve
visibility of Downtown, and implement a wayfinding system
Create a node to focus civic facilities, enhance identity, and
connect the City Center
Pursue possibility of future water taxi
Connect the City Center with pedestrian, bike, transit, and � � � � �
streetscape improvements on Park Avenue N
Facus arterial traffic on Logan
Work with WSDOT to direct regional through-traffic to I-405 �
Consider patential route for future BRT/LRT line � � Ip � 1� �
Consider future streetcar line d�► +i� � �i �
Proposed Trail (including long-term goal of connecting � �
Coulon Park to Cedar River and connecting the Cedar
River Trail to the Green River Trail)
Preserve train tracks as rail and trail corridor
In the long term, enhance natural environment on the
shoreline of Lake Washington and the Cedar River
City Cer�ter Ccmrn�nity Pl�e� �� ���,������.� 15
Chapter 2 � "�'�
Based on what was heard at the pubiic meetings, there are eight
� key findings with associated goals for the City Center. The goals
'"� will help guide the Gommunity Plan.
� 1. The best parts of the City Center are hidden.
Many people that do not live ar work in the City Center are
not aware of the many amenities that the City Center has to
offer. The City Center and Downtown are nat visible and
identifiable from the regional transportatian corridors, such as
I-405,that surround the City Center, so<ma�iy people are not
even aware that it exists. In additian,the Gity;Center
A��?x. . . ..,
struggles with negative perceptiQn issues such as crime. The
distinct districts within the City Center do not forrn a cahesive
identity; therefore the City Center does not have a cl��r
identity to which people can r�late.
Goal 1: Improve the visibility of the City Center and
Downtown, improve the perception of the City Center, and
create a distinct identity.
2. The City Center has a diverse�eonomic base and
pr�vides a good environment fc�r small and large
businesses.
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Participants in the business stakeholder meetings agreed that
� '�: the �ifiy�f Re►�kc�n,and the City�enter in particular, is a great
��°��� : place to do���bt.�in�ss. Stakeholders also discussed a number �
'� �' ��°` �s of things the�ity could work on tcs continue to improve the
business enviror�ment for both employers and employees,
including transpbtfia#ion improvements, creating a clear vision
and identity for the City Center, and improving safety and the
perception e�f safety.
Goal 2: Cantinue to support Renton's diverse economic
sectors.
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3. Downtown has the potential to be a much more vibrant
civic center, but the City's existing civic amenities
must be more visible and accessible.
In particular, the Main Library, the Renton History Museum,
the Cedar River and Cedar River Trails, and Liberty Park are
all located in close proximity to each other and could form a
cohesive civic activity node if accessibility and visibility of �
these amenities were improved. --j
Goal 3: Improve access and visibility at this important a��`
concentration of civic activities including Liberty Park, the
Main Library, the Renton History Museum, and the Cedar
River to create a dynamic civic node in Downtown.
4. The City Center's residential neighborhoods are
strong and cohesive.
The residential neighborhoods located in the City Center are
strong residential neighborhoods whose citizens are well-
informed and involved in community activities. Residents
value their homes and their location within the City Center
and are energized about improving the City Center. These i����
neighborhoods have a connectedness to local businesses
and provide important support for economic development
within the City Center.
Goal 4: Protect and enhance the residential neighborhoods j
in the City Center. �
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5. The City Center serves as a regional employment and
����°� retail base and has a central location, but can be
�"Rw�.
t _, 6'" difficult to access due to traffic and connectivity
issues.
The City Center plays an important role in terms of regional
employment and retail, but it can be difficult to reach. Transit
improvements and improvements to I-405 interchanges would
greatly imprave access and connectivity for the City Center.
Focusing through-traffic on I-405 and arterials will also help
reduce traffic congestion on streets in the he�trt of the City
Center.
Goa15: Provide better regional transporfatiQn connections
for a range of transportation modes to improv�access to and
from the City Center.
6. The City Center has a number of distinct activity
centers and attractions, but#hey are na#well
connected. It is difficult to get from Lake Washington
to South Renton Ne'tghborhood by car, transit, or foot.
The City Center cansists t�f distinct destin�tion areas
including Boeing, Lake Washir�gton, The Lanci+ng, North
� Renton nsighborhood, E�owntown, South Rentt�n
� � nelghbt�rhot�d, and the r��ional r�tail �r�a at the southern
� ` end of the C�ty Center. Throughout the puiatic participation
�>�� proc��:ss, participants mentioned that the City Center needs to
~ "'�'"��£sE be better conn�cted especially from The Landing to
` Downtov+rr�:ar firam the North R�ntpn to South Renton
neighborhoorls. Currently,the existing street grid can be
� confusing for p�ople who are not familiar with the one-way
�a�;�
� streefs ar�d the cc���lex intersections. It is critical that
��� �� improvem�nts be�ri�ade not only for vehicular traffic, but for
��, ��
� pedestrians, cyclists, and transit. This inc�udes improving
��
:_ �; ��� �� pedestrian es�n,nections beiween key areas within the City
Center, improving pedestrian safety on sidewalks and at
ir�tersections,�nd improving the pedestrian environment to
�� ��r make watking an appealing mode af transportation in the City
� � q� �a` Center.
Goal 6: Provide better interna!connections between areas
within the City Center, especially Coulon ParWLake
Washington, The Landing, North Renton neighborhood,
Downtown, and the South Renton neighborhood.
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� Publi�utreach and Participation
7. The City Center is adjacent to several regional trails,
but they are not well connected in the City Center. �
The City Center lies at the crossroads of the Green River, s� � �,
Cedar River, Interurban, and Lake-to Sound-Trails, all of �h"" �
which extend for miles throughout the region. The necessary � ��.,; �
cannections through the City Center, however, have not been �`? 1� �Q� .'� �
� �
made. Connecting these trails would make the City Center a . �°' � �'
prominent(if not primary) hub of the region's trail system and ' '"�� � °�,�`�
cauld attract thousands of trail users annually. This, in turn,
could substantially enhance the City Center's identity and
have a positive impact on economic development. �
.
The City has completed a great deal of planning work ta w�
layout future connections including the Lake-ta-Sound Trail
Feasibility Study and the City's Trails and Bicycte Master
Plan. The City shoufd continue to work to implement those
plans. ��
Goal 7: Connect regional trails in the City Center and build
on these key connections as an economic development
strategy.
8. The City Center's natural features and open space
make it a unique place to live, work, learn, and play.
The Lake Washington.shoreline and the Cedar River prvvide
the City Center with excellent natural amenities that many ,����� ��
public participants mentioned as being very impartant ta the
quality of life in the City Center. In particular, people
mentioned the need to improve the natural habitat and
environment af these areas. Existing parks and open spaces
also provide natural features within the City Center.
�
Goal 8: Protect and enhance the natural features and open
space in the City Center and improve public access to and
connections between the Lake Washington shoreline, the
Cedar River, and the variety of parks and open spaces
throughout the City Center.
City Cent2r Communi�y PlQ� ��..�,��,�.. .���,�..����,�,� ������,�.�..�.19
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Cf�apter 2 `�
At the end of the first phase of the City Center Community Plan,
an online survey was created to receive feedback an the goals
and policies in the draft plan. Over 160 people responded to the
survey.
Of the 1f0 responses, over 70% of respondents felt the key
issues were identified in the draft plan and 92% of the
respondents felt that if the eight goals were accomplished, the
City Center would be improved. 80% or more af#he respondents
felt that each goal was very ar somewhat impr�rtant.
Respondents also provided new ideas ta be inctueled in the plan,
such as a focus on historic preservation and universal
accessibility. They also provided�ee�f�ack on draft vision
statements and had an opportun'rky to create their own vis�n
statement. The vision statement that got the most positive
feedback uvas:
"Renton's City Center. To Live, To W�rk, To Enjoy"
How Important Are the City Center Community Plan Goals?
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so.o% ■Very/Somewhat
I mportant
' 70.0% ■Neutral
60.0%
`� �'�Not VerylNot Important
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40.0%
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20.0%
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The vision for the City Center fits within the larger Citywide vision
which is
"Renton— The center of opportunity in the Puget Sound Region where
famrlies and businesses thrive."
In the City of Renton, urban living provides both choice and balanced opportunities
for residents; employment and housing, recreation and religion, goods and services,
are all available in the community.
Based on the feedback received from the public during the develapment of this
community plan and the goals and policies set forth in the Comprehensive Plan, the
vision for the City Center is:
"Renton's City Center: To Live, To Work, To Enjoy"
In the year 2030, the City Center is a cohesive, identifiable urban center where
people live, work, learn, play, and visit. The City Center is the focal point of the City,
with the City of Renton as a regional center in the triangle of cities on Lake
Washington: Seattle, Bellevue, and Renton. Large businesses help Renton retain
its identity as one of the region's most important employment centers and smaller
businesses continue to add the innovation and diversity necessary for a vital
economy.
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�; � �� The City Center features a broad spectrum of retail businesses.
The regional retail cluster continues to attract shoppers from
around the region and is better connected to the rest of the City
�r�. Center. Downtown caters to both the City Center residents for
their everyday needs and to the larger city/regional population for
,�„ specialty and entertainment services. The North Mixed-Use Area
���:.
�� has expanded to the waterfront and offers both large scale stores
�'Bro�d spe�rz�rrtc��buslness�s. and smaller"lifestyle" oriented services.
" The City Center's central location, easy access, and amenities
have attracted a diverse, growing residential papulation.
Residents enjoy a wide range of housing opportunities from solid,
'�, ';
�: �� � historic single family neighborhoods to new condos affering
'� ��. lakefront views and an active urban lif�styl�. The alder
��i�� �' �� ; neighborhoods in particular, with their quiet streets and well kept
houses, are attractive to young farnili+�s and include schools and
parks facilities for children.
Crowin�rQsidt��tial pc�pulstiart. �n terms of transportation, "All modes lead to th� City Center
Renton.° Building on the early successes of the late 20th century ,
transit center, the City Center is linked ta t#�e rest of the region
with high capacity transit. It is also a hub 'rn the region's bicycle
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trail network. The City C�:n e s ha y
,YA . QS.. areas that are well conneeted by tran�it and a street nefinrork that
� ' > �� �� includes;pk;�#�strian and bike iconnectip�is, ;As for internal
,,., � circu(�tian,the F'ark Avenue N spine provides��ohesive,
�� attractiue link for pedestrians, transit, and local trafific from Sauth
Renton to Lake Washington and�Qulon Park.
Reg"rvnat emp��ynae��centev:
� � P�rks and nat�.tral�reas�t`�a prornin�nt feature in the City
i ��E„ -, Cent�r. ;Cutting diagonally aerc�ss the Center, the Cedar River
,�,; �
° Trail, wi�t��naturaiiz€;d shoreline, ample apen space, attractive
�a� �. ;� . ��.
promenad�, and appe�priate commercial amenities provides a
backbone of green infrastructure. R new concentration of civic
' fiacilities and open spaces in the Library/Liberty Park/Main
Avenue vicinity r�t�w comprise the city's civic and cultural heart,
�' and trail connections further link local parks and amenities inta an
� integrated netwc�tk.
' MW�i�d,al trdnspart�#iot�. In short, Renton can boast that more than any other city of its
size, the City Center has it all.
Another, more action-oriented way to state this vision is through
_,�, the goals presented below, which are the result of this plan's
i
public participation activities.
P�rks ataal tratt�f���.
22 City of Renton
'�"` '"''' Vision
The Citv Center Goais
Goal 1: Create a distinct identity for the City Center, as well as improve the visibility and
perception of the area.
Goal 2: Continue to support Renton's diverse economic sectors.
Goal 3: Improve access and visibility of the concentration of civic activities including Liberty
Park, the Library, the Renton History Museum, and Cedar River to create a
dynamic civic node in Downtown.
Goal 4: Protect and enhance the residential neighborhoods in the City Center.
Goal 5: Provide better regional connections for the full range of transportation modes to
improve access to and from the City Center.
Goal 6: Provide better connections between areas within the City Center.
Goal 7: Promote and support the expansion of and improve access to regional trails in the
City Center and build on these key connections as an economic development
strategy.
Goal 8: Protect, enhance, and improve access to the natural features and open space in
the City Center including Lake Washington, the Cedar River, and its many parks
and open spaces throughout the City Center.
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24 City of Renton
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4 . �ity ��nt�r �� �nuni�y P�� n E��ments
This plan sets the framework for actions to be taken by the City to achieve the vision
for the City Center over the next 20 years. In order to accomplish these actions, a
myriad of public and private partnerships will need to be made, the public will need to
be engaged, and business and property owners will need to take initiative. The
actions are separated into three main categories: Economic and Community
Development, Transportation, and Parks, Open Space, and Recreation.
Each category has goals and occasionally sub-goals, which were established through the
public participation visioning process. Each goal is then followed by a series of policies
that set the framework for achieving the goal. Each policy is followed by an
implementation strategy that inc(udes additional details, the responsible party for
implementation, the necessary resources for implementation, strategies for engaging the
public, and a generai timeframe for the City to implement the policy. The format is set up
as follows:
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Sub Go�l
1.1: Policy
1.1.1: Implementation Strategy
Additional Details:
Responsible Partv:
Resources: $: $0-$10,000; $$: $10,000-$50,000; $$$: $50,000-
$100,004; $$$$: $10d,00Q-up
Public Involvement:
Timeframe: Short-term: 1-3 yrs; Mid-term: 4-10 yrs; Long-term: 14-20 yrs
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1.1 Improve the overall visual character of the City Center.
Currently, the City Center does not have a distinct visual character that allaws
people to identify it as a cohesive area. In same cases, unmaintained buildings
take away from the visual appeal of the City Center. In addition, the area is not
visible or identifiable from the major regional corridors that surround the City
Center or from �ake Washington.
Updating design standards for private development and creating design
standards for the public realm are two key strategies to improve the overall
perception and image of the City Center.
1.1.1: Update existing design standards for the City Center to ensure
new development will fulfill the vision.
Additional Details: Update the design standards that apply to all the
different sub-areas within the City Center to ensure new development
fulfills the vision of a more attractive, cohesive, and vibrant City Center.
Particular attention should be given to design standards for infill
develapment and for transition areas between zones.
Perform an audit on existing guidelines for the North Mixed-Use Area to
identify areas that should be updated and ta ensure existing standards
are being enforced. The twenty-year development agreement with the
Boeing Company shauld be recognized.
Consider tightening non-conforming regulations for signs and
edge/screening/landscaping treatments. While the guidelines or
standards would only apply to new development or redevelopment, the
City could provide incentives to existing businesses to incorporate some
elements.
Resqonsible Partv: Lead: Planning; Support: Economic
Development, Community Services
Resources: $
Public Involvement: Work with residents and business and property
owners.
Timeframe: Short-term
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1.1.2: Create cohesive urban design standards for the public realm that
include standards for gateways, wayfinding, street trees, street
lighting, pedestrian-scaled lighting, landscaping, street furniture,
utilities and public art.
Additional Details: These design standards will help create a distinct
look for the City Center. There may be different standards for each
area within the City Center, but they should complement each other to
create a cohesive look for the City Center. The design standards
should include specifications for each urban design feature. Build on
the existing Downtown wayfinding system (discussed in 1.1.4).
Opportunities for Low Impact Development teChniques such as rain
gardens and bioswales in these public areas should be pursued.
Responsible Partv: �ead: Plannin�, Support; Transportation,
Community Services, Utilities, Economic Develapment, Fire 8�
Emergency Services
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Public Involvement: The City should work with constituents#rom each
area within City Center to determirte the design standards far��ach
area and the City C�nter as a whole.
Timeframe: The design�tandards and specifications should be
determined in the shart-term. The urban design features will be
implemsnted over time,as developrnent occurs.
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1.1.3: Create a distinctive gateway design standard to be implemented at
key locations throughout the City Center.
Additional Details: Gateway signs or features would help signify when
pevple are entering or leaving the City Center so they can begin to
identify the City Center as a distinct place. The gateways can be
features such as distinctive landscaping, artwork, lighting, signage or a
combination thereof. The gateway features should be coardinated with
the Downtown wayfinding program (discussed in 1.1.4)to ensure a
consistent and less cluttered approach. The City should create design
specifications and designate specific locations for the desired gateways.
Bronson Way and Rainier Avenue/Grady Way are key entries into
Downtown that would benefit from some special gateway and street-
scape treatments. Gateways will be installed as development occurs.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Planning; Support: Community Services,
Transportatian, Economic Development, Renton Municipal Arts
Commission
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Public Involvement: Engage the general public including residents and
business and property owners in public meetings to present proposed
locations for gateway features.
Timeframe: Short-term; gateways will
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Additional Details: The City of Renton
already has a wayfinding program '
designed and partially implemented for
Downtown Renton. This program could
be expanded to include the other areas of
the City Center. The signs and maps
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and design should be consistent to tie the ��
whole the City Center together. The
wa�nding system should be coordinated
with the gateways {discussed in 1.1.3)
and the urban design standards for the
public realm (discussed in 1.1.2). The
wayfinding features, gateway features,
and directional cues should work together ,
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Responsible Partv: Lead: Economic Development; Support: Planning,
Transportation, Community Services
Resources: $$
Public Involvement: The City should work with constituents from each
area within City Center to determine the wayfinding design for each
area and the City Center as a whole.
Timeframe: The design standards and specificatians for wa�nding
should be determined in the short-term. The urban design features will
be implemented over time, as development o�curs.
1.1.5: Work to implement the recommendations from the Arts and
Culture Master Plan to expand the presence of art, art activities,
and art facilities in the City Center. `
Additional Details: The Arts artd Culture Master Plan is a 5-year plan
that was adopted by City Ct�uncil on August 9, 2Q1Q. The Renton
Municipal Arts Commission is responsible for facilitating the
implementation of the plan.
Art can be incorpt�rated into the gateway and wayfinding feafur�s
discussed above. New development s}�puld be encouraged to
incorporate local �rtwork in plazas, on blank walls, and along the street.
The City should pursue opportunities such as including public art in
new and remodeled developments through
public/pri�rate partnership�.
One project th�t is currently b�ing explored is an artistic
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lighting of the bridges over the Cedar River.
Res�ionsible Partv; Lead: Economic Development,
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Publi�:lnvolvement: The Renton Municipal Arts
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Timeframe: On-going. The Renton Municipal Arts
` Commission is responsible for implementation.
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1.1.6: Create a building improvement program for buildings within the
City Center.
Additional Details: The City should work with financial institutions to
consider developing a building improvement program that identifies
low-interest loans or grants to improve building facades and other
improvements to help stimulate reinvestment in properties and to
address building maintenance concerns. A target area should be the
City Center's historic downtawn core. The City should pursue federal
and state funds to help fund the low-interest loans or pursue other
funding oppartunities.
The building improvement program shauld also focus on improving the
structural safety of buildings. All unreinforced masonry and seismic
hazards should be identified for improvement. The building
improvement program should provide incentives for replacing and
improving unsafe structures.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Ecanomic Development; Support: Planning,
Fire& Emergency Services
Resources: $$$
Public Involvement: Work with financial institutions to identify low-
interest loans and with business and property owners in the downtown
core to develop the program.
Timeframe: Mid-term.
1.1.7: Underground utilities as development occurs.
Additional Details: Removing utility poles and overhead wires will
significantly improve the visual character of the City Center. All new
development within the City Center is required to underground utilities.
To get utilities underground in areas that are not likely to redevelop in
the near future, the City should work with property owners to
underground utilities as street improvement projects occur. The
BID/LID (discussed in 2.2.1) could also work to underground utilities in
Dawntown.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Utilities; Support: Planning, Economic
Development
Resources: $$$
Public Involvement: Work with business and property owners in the
downtown core.
Timeframe: Mid-term; private property owners and developers will
initiate undergrounding utilities.
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1.2 Preserve and maintain important historic features in the City
Center to enhance the identity of the City Center.
The City Center has important historic features, both land forms and buildings,
which are important to the quality and character of the City Center and the city
as a whole. These features should be preserved, maintained, and enhanced as
new growth occurs.
1.2.1: Consider adopting an historic preservation ordinance that would
protect significant historic features throughout the City Center.
Additional Details: The ordinance should put regulations and
incentives in place for the documentation,p4tential protection,
maintenance, and enhancement of historic"features.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Planning; Supporfi: Cammunity Services,
Renton History Museum, Econc�rr�ie Develapm�nt
Resources: $$
Public Involvement: Solicit public feedback#rom the
general public on the ordin�nce.
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Additional Details: The Museum Master Plan
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Museum's next 15 years as the only local
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Respon�ible Partv: Lead: Renton History
Museum; Support: Economic Develapment,
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of Trustees, volunteers, stakeholders, and the
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Trustees should initiate implementation.
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1.3 Improve overall safety in the City Center.
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City Center by focusing on crime prevention, "`` �-
emergency management planning, and fire "�, I� � �
prevention. The City should work with business ��
leaders and property owners, neighbarhood �
groups, Fire and Emergency Services, and the =
Renton Police Department to come up with �
targeted strategies to address both real and
perceived crime and emergency preparedness.
Some strategies may be targeted police activities a�� e „„�
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1.3.1: Continue efforts to provide a
coordinated crime prevention program
for powntown and the City Center as a ,���x�F
whole to address crime (both real and - g°�wv�^��~� —�
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human service organizations, and the �������--`"� --�,...,�`t �
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that clearly indicates who is responsible p�y�����������j��a��������
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Transit Center with policing strategies,
such as the Police Department's Crime Prevention Unit which conducts
outreach Business Watch Services to businesses near the Transit
Center. Human Services and non-prafit organizations should also be
engaged to address issues such as homelessness that also impact the
perceptions of safety. Other services and programs offered by the
Crime Prevention Unit should continue to be strengthened and be
provided Downtown, such as security surveys, crime prevention training
for managers and employees, Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design {CPTED) recommendations to property owners, Crime Resistant
Multi-Family Housing consultations, a Bank Watch group, and quarterly
Business Watch newsletters. This strategy should be coordinated with
the propased Downtawn Business Improvement District or Local
Improvement District (discussed in 2.2.1)
Responsible Party: Lead: Police; Support: Economic Development,
Community Services, Human Services, Planning.
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Pubiic Involvement: Continue to engage business owners, property
owners, and residents with human service organizations and the Police
Department.
Timeframe: Short-term
1.3.2 Continue to work with neighborhood groups to strengthen
community policing and neighborhood crime watch programs to
improve the overall safety (and the perception of safety) and
reduce crime in the City Center neighborhoods.
Additional Details: The Police Department arrd other city departments
should continue to work with community c�roups, business owners, and
property owners to come up with a target�d strategy for improving
safety. The Police Department is currently�varking with the North and
South Renton Neighborhood assc�ciations on the block watch program.
The Police Department should cc�ntinue to strengthen this program and
should continue to foster the€r relationships with community members.
Responsible Party: Lead: Poli�e; Support: Communif}r Services,
Economic Develapment, Planning ,
Resources: $$
Public Involvement: Ctsrttinue to work with cesidents and neighbarhood
groups
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identify key pedestrian routes to connect various
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�= 1.1.4). Lighting for trails, such as the Cedar
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streets and sidewalks. Specifically, pedestrian-
j scaled lighting shauld be added to areas such
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Public Involvement: Cantinue to work with neighborhood groups.
Timeframe: Long-term.
1.3.4 Continue to implement emergency management strategies
throughout the City Center to ensure the area is prepared for
natural disasters and other emergencies.
Additional Details: The Fire and Emergency Services department
shauld continue to work to prepare this area for emergency response.
Respansible Partv: Lead: Fire & Emergency Services
Resources: $$
Public Involvement: Work with community members, businesses, and
property owners to educate them on emergency management and to
implement strategies.
Timeframe: On-going.
Goal 1 ,�ummary:
Create a di�tin'ct id�ntifiy for the City Center,;as well as irnprave the visibility
and perceptian c�f the City Center.
1.1 Improve th�;overall visua�ehara�t�;r c�f the�ity Cen#er.
1.2 Preserve and m�inta[n impertan#hist�aric features'rn the Gi#y�entec ta enhance#he
identity of th�City Cen#er.
1.3' tmpro�e averal�Saf�:#y in the Gity Center.
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2.1 Continue to support opportunities to create a more vibrant City �
Center where people live, work, learn, and play.
In order to foster a City Center that is vibrant, ne�+r�pportunities that attract
people and businesses to the City Center shc�uld be s4ught, and existing efforts
to recruit and retain businesses, to fill vacancies, and create retail opportunities
should be supported.
Continue to work with business leaders, praperty owners, em�loyers, and
employees to better understand their n�eds and concerns. Contin�e economic
development efforts, including busines�retention, ��pansion, and recruitment
strategies to ensure a dyn�mic, diversified emp(oyment base.
2.1.1: Implement the City's Ecflnomic Development Strategic Plan
Additional Details: The City's Economic Devet�pment Strategic Plan
emphasizs� recruiting and retaining businesses to ensure a dynamic,
diversified employment base. The City a�d its partners should work
with The Boeing,Company and other aerosp�ce companies to increase
the rtumber of aerospace indu5try jobs in Renton. Additionally, the City
shout�continue tc�aggressivety recruit new high-profile and high-wage
�mployers to#ocate 'rn Renton, while working with existing employers to
retain and expand the nurnb�r of jobs in the community.
Respansible PartV:lead: Economic Development
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Public Involvement: Existing businesses, Chamber of Commerce
T'rmefrarne: �hort-term
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2.1.2: Continue to improve incentives that encourage investment and
employment in the City Center.
Additional Details: The City has a number of existing advantages for
businesses over surrounding jurisdictions, including na local Business
and Operating taxes, which should be better packaged and promoted.
The City should continue to improve the business environment and
pursue oppartunities for new incentives.
Responsible Partv: Economic Development
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Public Involvement: Continue to work with businesses and property
owners to better understand their needs.
Timeframe: Short-term.
2.1.3: Continue to support the Renton Small Business Development
Center.
Additional Details: The Renton Small Business Development Center
(SBDC), a partnership of the City, Renton Technical College, the
Renton Chamber of Commerce and business community, helps
address the needs af small businesses and strengthen Renton's
economic vitality.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Economic Development
Resources: $
Public Involvement: Continue to work with key SBDC partners and the
business community.
Timeframe: On-going.
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2.1.4: Support business district marketing efforts.
Additional Details: Consider coordinated branding opportunities for the
retail areas to create an identity that consumers recognize and
associate with the City Center. This effort should be coordinated with
the gateways strategy{discussed in 1.1.3) and the wayfinding strategy
(discussed in 1.1.4).
Responsible Partv: Lead: Ecanamic Development; Support: Planning
Resources: $$
Public Involvement: Work with business and property owners.
Timeframe: Mid-term.
2.1.5 Consider ways to identify and promote improved visual
appearance of long-term vacant properties.
Additional Details: The City should work with the art�community,
nonprofit organizations, and"cammunity members to activate vacant
spaces in the City Center. The City should also consider�tiopting
regulations to improve the visual �ppear�nce'of long-term vac2�nt
properties.
Responsible Party: Lead: Economic Dev�lopment; Support: Planning,
Renton Municipal Ar�s Comrnission
ResourCes; $$
Put�lic Invotvernent: Work with property�wners, the arts community,
n4nprofits, and community members to brainstorm innovative ideas for
activating vacant`spaces. `
Timeframe: C}rt�oing.
' 2.1.6: Continue to wark to improve regional transportation access to the
regional employment center, and the City Center as a whole. (See
all Policies and Strategies under Goal 5 in the Transportation
section).
Additional Details: In order to ensure employers and emplayees can
easily get ta the regional employment center, the City needs to
cor�tinue tt� improve regional transportation, including improvements to
arteri�ls ahd freeway interchanges, as well as regional transportation.
Details can be found in the Policies and Strategies under Goal 5 in the
Transportatian section.
Responsible Party: Lead: Transportation; Support: Planning,
Economic Development
Resources: $$; staff time only
Public Involvement: Work with regional employers.
Timeframe: On-gaing. WSDOT initiated.
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2.1.7: Determine necessary utilities and infrastructure to support the
regional employment center, and the City Center as a whole.
Additional Details: Perform an inventory to determine the utility and
infrastructure needs of the regional emplvyers and the City Center as a
whole.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Utilities; Support: Economic Development
Resources: $
Public Involvement: Work with regional employers, businesses,
property owners, and other key stakeholders.
Timeframe: On-going.
2.1.8: Continue to review parking management strategies.
Additional Details: As the number of residents, businesses, and offices
living, doing business, and visiting the City Center continues to
increase, it will be important to consider strategies that will successfully
manage the demand for parking.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: Planning
Resources: $-$$
Public Involvement: Business owners, property owners, regional
employers and area residents will need to be involved in order to
develop strategies that adequately meet the needs af the community.
Timeframe: On-going.
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2.2 Continue to support opportunities to create a more vibrant
Downtown.
In order to foster a Downtown that is vibrant, new opportunities that attract
people and businesses to the City Center should be sought aut, and existing
efforts to retain businesses,to fill vacancies, and create retail opportunities
should be supported. Consider ways to identify and promote interim uses that
activate vacant spaces.
Pedestrian activity should be encouraged and uses such as sidewalk cafes
should be considered.
2.2.1: Create a Downtown Business Improvement District(BID) or Local
Improvement District(LID), or utilize o#her funding mechanisms,
to help implement the goals and priorities of businesses in
Downtown Renton.
Additional Details: Work with business leaders, propetty owners, and
the Renton Chamber of Commerce to establish the go�ts and priorities
for businesses in Downtown. The BID/LID could help ar��nize and
fund joint marketing,joint parkir�g strategfes, property impravements,
community events, and streetscape improvements. Joint marl�eting
could include cornmunication tools such as a Downtown Business
int�rnet presence including a,website, email groups,
and �t�cial networking sites. A LID is more appropriate
� for funding joint put�lic improvem�nts such as
sidewalks,speciat lighting; etc. and should be
considered for these types c�f�mprovements.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Economic Development;
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': Timeframe: Short-term.
2.2.2: Better utilize the Renton Pavilion Event
!` Center.
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2.2.3: Initiate a sidewalk cafe case study and develop tailored
regulations to encourage sidewalk cafes in Downtown.
Additional Details: Work with an interested business owner to allow
sidewalk cafes on public right-of-way. Use the case study to better
understand potential issues and citizen concerns. After the case study,
develop regulations to allow and encourage sidewalk cafes.
Responsible Party: Lead: Planning,
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determine any potential concerns and
possible mitigation.
Timeframe: Short-term.
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in Downtown. �
Additional Details: Community events ������'��j���Evert#Cettt�r:
such as the Renton Farmers Market, w, �
Holiday Tree Lighting, and IKEA Renton
River Days, should continue to be strongly
supported and new events should be � �'�� �� � �
pursued.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Community
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profits, and Piazza Renton. Continue to �������������"
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2.3 Enhance and provide space for small-scale, mixed-use, local
retail on Park Avenue North connecting The Landing to
Downtown.
Small-scale, mixed-used development along Park Avenue would help create a
retail connection between Downtown and The Landing. Streetscape
improvements on Park Ave N {discussed in 6.1) and a possible streetcar
(discussed in 6.2)would also help improve this connection.
2.3.1: Consider changing the zoning along Park Ave N from Bronson
Way N to N 6th Street to allow small-scale, mixed-use buildings.
Rdditional Details: Consider changing the zoning along Park Avenue N
from Bronson Way N to N 6'h Street to a c�nsistent zone that allows
small-scale, mixed-use buildings. �urrently, m�ny portions of Park Ave
N allow for this type of development,but the zc�ning is not consistent.
Consistent zoning would help catalyze reinvestment in this area of the
City Center.
Perform a detailed study of the existing zoning and propc�sed zoning
changes to ensure the height and density a�e''appropriate fnrthis
lacation. Establish appropriate height timits and Floor Area Ratio
(FAR)/density star�dartls for mixed-use ar��l commercial buildings that
are appropriate with the surrounding singte family neighborhood.
The streetscape standards (discussed in 1.1.�)should ensure a
cohesiv�str�etscape aiong Park Ave N that pravides visual continuity
-between Downtown and the Narth Mixed-tJse Area.
The d�sign standards (discussed in 1.1.1) should ensure consistent
and �tri�plimentary neighborhr�od-scale development and provide for
° �pprppriate transitions from development on Park Ave
N to the adj�cent single-family neighborhood.
� Update the Comprehensive Plan with relevant land use
ch�nges.
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Public Involvement: Work with residents, business
I owners, and property owners along Park Ave N and
surrounding area.
M�„��""""`�f Timeframe: Mid-term.
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2.4 Create a greenway/promenade between the Cedar River and N
1 St Street.
The greenwaylpromenade would provide additianal greenspace far the City
Center, improve access to the Cedar River, and provide potentiai restoration
opportunities.
2.4.1: Complete an initial conceptual plan for a greenway/ promenade
between the Cedar River and N 1St Street.
Additional Details: The City should complete a conceptual plan for the
area between the Cedar River and N 1 St Street to naturalize the river
corridor, improve recreational opportunities, and increase greenspace.
This conceptual plan should include a preliminary design for the
greenway/pramenade.
The design of the greenway/promenade should be coordinated with the
planning and design of the Civic Nade area, which includes Liberty
Park, the KCLS Main Renton �ibrary, the Renton History Museum, and
the Cedar River(discussed in 3.1).
Responsible Partv: Lead: Community Services; Support: Planning,
Transportation
Resources: $
Public Involvement: This initial phase would not involve a great deal of
public engagement, but would focus on gathering information for the
detailed design. The zoning changes (discussed in 2.4.1)and the
detailed design (discussed in 2.4.2}would involve the public.
Timeframe: Short-term.
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2.4.2: Consider zoning changes to properties to allow for small-scale
retail and concessions as a part of the promenade.
Additional Details: Consider the long-term feasibility of zoning changes
to allow for small-scale retail and concessions, as part of the
promenade. Include design standards to ensure that potential new
retail develops in a manner that is compatible with the surrounding
single-family neighborhood. Incorporate this area into the Civic Node
and ensure the whole area is better coordinated (discussed in 3.1).
Responsible Partv: �ead: Planning
Resources: $
Public Involvement: Engage property c�wrters, nearby residents, and
businesses who may be impacted by the zoning changes.
Timeframe: Mid-term.
2.4.3: Complete a detailed design and implementation strategy for the
greenway/promenade based on the conceptual design..
Additional Details: Further refine the conG+�ptual plan with detailed land
assembly inforrnatit�n, economic data, ecological restoration gaals, and
implementation timeline�. The plan shaul�i also include a lang-term
strategy to compensate property owners.'Strategies such as Transfers
of Development Rights(TDRs),zqning changes, or purchases af
prop�rty st�ould be considered and evaluated ta determine the best
approach.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Cc�rnmunity Services, Planning; Suppart:
Transportation
Resources: $$$
F'ubl`te Involvement: The comrnunity should be engaged in the design
of the greenwaylpr�menade. The City should work closely with
property owners, business owners, and residents that will be impacted
either by zoning changes or potential land assembly.
Timeframe: Mid-term.
2.5 Pursue opportunities to locate a new City Hall in a central
location in the City Center.
Renton has three potential annexation areas that, if annexed, will increase the
City's population ta well over 130,000. Additionally, as one of ten core cities in
the Puget Sound, Renton may experience significantly mare growth in
population than is currently anticipated. The existing City Hall may not be large
enough to accommodate the staffing levels necessary to provide services to a
ciry of that size. A new City Hall would present a unique opportunity to
contribute to a more vibrant City Center with likely nearly 1,Q00 employees who
would seek opportunities to shop and eat in the immediate area and other
users coming for public meetings throughout the day and evening. If these
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� annexations and growth occur, the City should pursue opportunities to locate a
new City Hall in a central location that would be more accessibie by foot,
bicycle, and transit, and wauld contribute to a more vibrant City Center.
2.5.1: Consider initiating a feasibility study to select a location for a new
City Hall in a central location in the City Center.
Additional Details:
• The study should identify site selection criteria such as:
- Accessibility by foot, bicycle, and transit.
— Cost,funding opportunities
— Joint use opporkunities
— Adjacent land uses
— Contribution to a vibrant City Center
• Alternative sites should be measured against these criteria
• Update Camprehensive Plan
• Determine funding and scope for purchasing property for the new
City Hall
Responsible Partv: Lead: Community Services; Support: Econamic
Development, Planning
Resources: $$$
Public Involvement: The study should be developed in consultation
with the general public.
Timeframe: Long-term.
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3.1 Coordinate Liberty Park, the KCLS Main Renton Library, the
Renton History Museum, the Cedar River, and the proposed
greenway/promenade as a key activity node for the City Center.
The node should highlight and make visibte this concentration
of civic activities and emphasize that this is a critical
crossroads connecting the north and south City Genter areas.
Build an the wayfinding program (tli�cussed in 1.1}to direct p�aple to the civic
activities in this node. Consider using landscaping,water features, or artwork to
highlight the entr"t�s to the civic activities, sucfit:as
Lighting the Bridge;as referenced in the Arts and Culture
M�st�r Plan. Incorporate the greenway/promenade
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(discussed in 6.5—�.?)to improve access and
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" 3.1.1: Complete a conceptual plan for the civic
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d�veloped to incorporate opportunities at the civic node,
induding the Tri-Park Master Plan, transportation plans,
Mus�um Master Plan, and the greenway/promenade
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Timeframe: Short-term. „
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3.1.2: Implement the Tri-Park Master Plan.
Additional Details: The City should continue to pursue opportunities to
implement the Tri-Park Master Plan. The goal is to unify the Tri-Park area,
which includes Liberty Park, Cedar River Park,and the NARCO Property,
with better circulation, wa�nding,and coordinated amenities. Currently,
implementation is dependent on WSDOT improvements to I-405
(discussed in 5.1).
Coordinate the implementation of the Tri-Park Master Plan with the
improvements to the greenway/promenade (discussed in 2.4}, ather
greenspace improvements in the City Center{discussed in 8.3), and
the transportation improvements in this area (discussed in 6.5-6.7).
Responsible Partv: Lead: Community Services; Support:
Transportation, Economic Development, Planning,
Resources: $$$
Public Involvement: Not needed in this phase
Timeframe: �ong-term. Dependent on WSDOT.
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3.2 Ensure that the KCLS Main Renton Library building remains in
public use even if the Main Library relocates in the future.
Work with the King County Library System to better understand the long term
plans for the Main Library. If there is a plan to relocate the Library in the future,
the City should pursue other opportunities for this unique building that would
keep it in public use to continue to be a civic amenity in Downtown.
3.2.1: Work with KCLS to ensure that plans for the future of Main Renton
Library building remains in public use.
Additional Details: As a part of the plan in 3.1_1 above, consider the
future of the KCLS Main Renton Library building. Consider creating an
environmental or arts and cultural certter at this location if the library
relocates.
Responsible Party: Lead: Econc�rnic Development; Support:
Community Services, Plan�int�
Resources: $
Public Involvement: Not needed in this phase.
Timeframe: On-go�ng.
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R�ntc�n Lfbrary, �h� ���ton Hi.��� Mu���trn, �r�d Cedar Riv�r�v cr�ate a
dyr��mic ci�r�� �c;ti�ity rt�d� in pow�t��wn.
3.1 ��rc�in�te l���r�rty Park,the K��.S M��n f��nt�t��.�ar�ry.th� I�+�r�tt�Hist+�ry[���e��t,�tt+�
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4.1 Ensure the housing stock is maintained and codes are enforced
in residential areas.
The City should work with landlords and other property owners to identify tools to
incentivize housing stock improvement. The City should also consider including
single-family home rentals in the nuisance ordinance to ensure landlords are
enforcing lease agreements and maintaining their properties.
4.1.1: Implement a property maintenance ordinance in the residential
areas of the City Center.
Additianal Details: The City will need to build upon existing code
enforcement to create an ordinance focused on property maintenance.
Once the ordinance is adopted, the City will need to continue to enforce
the ordinance.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Development Services, Planning; Support:
Community Services, City Attomey
Resources: $-$$; Includes writing, adopting, and enforcing the ordinance
Public Involvement: Work with residents and neighborhood groups in
developing the ordinance. Educate residents about how to report prablems.
Timeframe: Short-term to adopt the ardinance and on-gaing to enforce
the ardinance.
4.1.2: Develop self-help guides to assist property owners with
maintenance.
Additional Details: Self-help"how-to"guides could be developed, such
as how to: improve energy efficiency, hire a contractor, or apply far a
building/electrical/plumbing permit. These guides wauld help property
owners make improvements to properties in the City Center.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Planning, Development Services; Suppart:
Gommunity Services
Resources: $- $$; Includes developing guides.
Public Invalvement: Work with residents and neighborhood groups in
developing the guides to ensure the right topics are addressed.
Timeframe: Short-term to develop the guides and on-going to provide
assistance.
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4.1.3: Pursue the possibility of establishing a bank-operated low-interest
loan program to help initiate building improvements.
Additional Details: The City should work with local banks to encourage
development of a low-interest loan program.
Responsible Party: Lead: Economic Development; Support: Planning,
Community Services
Resources: $$$
Public Involvement: Work with banks to establish a program. If a
program is established, work with property awners and businesses to
promote the program.
Timeframe: Short-term, begin coordination with banks. Dependent on
bank participation.
4.2 Ensure that the single-family area of the South Renton
neighborhood remains cohesive and intact.
The South Renton neighborhood is currently zoned for high-density multi-
family, but there are areas of strong, cohesive single-family neighborhoods that
should be preserved. Rezoning this area to single-family zoning may help spur
reinvestment in this area by removing some of the uncertainty single-family
homeownars may have based on potential development that could occur in
their neighborhood. It may also lessen property speculation that may be
occurring.
4.2.1: Consider rezoning the intact, single- j C �� � �
family area of the South Renton � �t1C� St � 43 > �
neighborhood. m .� '� �
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and property owners to determine the � l� ?�,,,,.'
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changes. ���� ,� -� ,tt�; ,
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Responsible Partv: Lead: Planning; 3 p
Support: Community Services � �`' �?
Resources: $ C/) Q S '�Jth ��
Public Involvement: Continue to work with �
residents, businesses, and property tu
awners. � 6�h $�' ;�
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City Center Community Pla� ��� 51
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4.3 Enhance measures (such as setbacks, buffers, landscape
screening, and height restrictions) to protect edges of single-
family areas from adjacent development.
These measures can be incorporated into existing design standards or new
design standards/guidelines can be developed to address the transition areas
between commercial and multifamily development and single-family residential
areas.
4.3.1: Protect edges of single-family areas by improving design
standards for the transition areas between zones.
See 1.1.1: Update existing design standards for the City Center to
ensure new development will fulfill the vision. Analyze the areas where
higher intensity zones are adjacent to single�family zones to determine
the most appropriate design star►dards to less�n the impact on single-
family homes.
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4.4 Implement the City's Urban Forestry Plan by initiating a street
tree planting program in the residential neighborhoods to
increase canopy cover, improving the streetscapes, and
promoting community building.
Work with community groups to establish goals and priorities for a street tree
planting program. The City could coordinate with local non-profit organizations
or local nurseries to secure appropriate trees for distribution. The City should
establish street tree planting guidelines and training for community groups.
4.4.1: Initiate a street tree planting program in the residential
neighborhoods.
Additional Details: The City should establish street tree planting
guidelines that include tree types, tree spacing, and tips for planting.
Training should also be provided for community groups. The
guidelines should coordinate with the street tree standards in the urban
design standards for the public realm {discussed in 1.1.2).
Responsible Partv: Lead: Cammunity Services; Support: Planning
Resources: $$to establish program, does not include funding to
provide trees. ,
Public Involvement: Work with residents and community groups to
establish the tree planting program.
Timeframe: Mid-term. Dependent on community participation.
4.4.2: Implement the City's Urban Forestry Plan.
Additianal Details: Implementation of the Urban Farestry Plan will work
to increase canopy cover throughout the City Center, improve
streetscapes with street trees, and promote community building with
volunteer activities. It will also help to improve air quality and mitigate
the effects of greenhouse gas emissions.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Community
Services; Support: Planning
Resou rces: $-$$$ � , �.;( . „
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members and businesses to implement r � � �; ���C;1��'V"
the Urban Forestry Plan. ��� � I����'
Timeframe: Mid-term.
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4.5 Increase neighborhood amenities, including neighborhood
gardens, greenspaces, and public art.
Work with community members to identify and prioritize the needs and desires
of the neighborhoods and develop strategies to provide new or improved
neighborhood amenities, especially those that increase the amount of
greenspace in the City Center. Perform a needs assessment in each
neighborhood and compare the available amenities to those amenities in other
communities.
4.5.1: Perform a needs assessment for public amenities in each
neighborhood.
Additional Details: Use the needs assessment to identify and prioritize
the needs and desires of the neighbcrrhoods. 1Jse the priorities to
create an implementation and funding schedu#�, Consider emergency
preparedness and potential locations for public art in the needs
assessment.
Responsible Partv: Lead: C�mmunity Senrices; Suppart: Planning,
Fire & Emergency Management, �conom"tc�evelopment
Resources: $$
' ` Putaiic Crrvaluement: Work with residents and
I w �*�"`'� neig�►br�rhood groups to per�p�rn needs assessment.
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Timeframe: Mid-terrn.
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`� Pian Elements — Economic a'f�d Community �evelapment
4.6 Improve residential streetscapes with
landscaping, street trees, and sidewalks.
The City should seek opportunities to increase the
amount of greenspace in the City Center by
utilizing planting strip areas between the sidewalk
and street. Improving landscape strip areas helps
to improve the aesthetics of the streetscapes and
helps filter stormwater drainage. Sidewalks help
to improve the pedestrian experience and safety
for all users including the elderly, disabled, and
children. New development will be required to
use the City's complete streets standards.
4.6.1: Incorporate residential streetscape
improvements in the urban design '�`
standards for the public realm. � +�
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Additional Details: The residential
streetscape standards should be ineluded ��". �°°� �a� °�a���°��� �
in the urban design standards for the � � � `���� ���� K s� � ���
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Because the single-family residential �����'������`�������������������
areas are unlikely to redevelop, the City �������������������
and community groups should work
together to pursue opportunities for
streetscape improvements that do not rely an redevelopment.
See also 4.4.1: Initiate a street tree planting program in the residential
neighborhoods.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Planning; Support: Transportation,
Community Services, Utilities, Economic Development, Fire &
Emergen�y Services
Resources: $$
Public Involvement: Work with residential neighborhoods as a part of
the larger urban design standards updates (discussed in 1.1.2).
Timeframe: Mid-term.
City Center Comml.���i�y Plar �. �.�. .��. .�.55
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4.7 Work to keep trucks off residential streets.
Coordinate with Renton Police to ensure truck routes are enforced and that
trucks are kept off of residential streets. In addition, design residential streets
so that they are not conducive or attractive for trucks.
4.7.1: Sign and enforce truck routes.
Additional Details: Ensure that through truck traffic is staying on
designated truck routes and off of residential, non-arterial streets.
Responsible Party: Lead: Police; Support: Transportation, Fire &
Emergency Services
Resources: $
Public Involvement: None
Timeframe: On-going
4.7.2: Continue to improve tru�k routing in the City Center.
Additional Details: Ensure that#rucks can get to the busines�ss they
need to serve with as little impact on resitlential streets as possible.
Responsible Pafir: I�ead: Police; Support: Fire & Emergency
Services, �t�nomic Dev�(opment, Transportation
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4.8 Ensure that the City Center is a place for families and a ptace
that recognizes the diversity of the community.
Work to ensure that the City Center provides the full range of services and
infrastructure that meets the needs of all members of the community and
recognizes its diversity. Support uses such as day care centers and cansider
users of all ages and varied physical abilities in the development of parks and
open spaces.
Work with the Rentan School District to ensure that long-range plans address
educational facilities within the City Center, especially far elementary school
aged children.
4.8.1: Continue to work with the Renton School District to ensure the
City Center is adequately served by school facilities.
Additional Details: As the City Center Community Plan is implemented
and the City Center continues to become a more attractive place to live
and raise a family,the City should monitor the number of children
within the City Center to ensure school facilities will be able to meet the
future demand.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Planning, Renton School District
Resourcgs: N/A
Public Invalvement: Renton School District will involve the public.
Timeframe: On-going. Qependent on the Renton School District.
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4.8.2: Continue to provide the full range of human resource services to
meet the needs of all members of the community.
Additional Details: Ensure that adequate social services continue to
serve the diverse population in the City Center.
Responsible Party: Lead: Human Services; Support: Planning
Resaurces: $ - $$$
Pubiic Involvement: Human Services Committee will be engaged.
Timeframe: On-going.
4.8.3: Ensure universal design techniques are utilized throughout the
City Center.
Additional Details: The City should ensure all physical infrastructure is
designed to be accessible to both the able-bodied and the physically
disabled.
Resqonsible Partv: Lead: i�lanning
Resources: $ -$$$
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Tirneframe: On-going.
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4.8.4: Continue to support and promote a diverse population in the City
Center.
Additional Details: The City Center has a diverse papulation in terms of
age, race, and abilities. This diversity helps make the City Center a
unique, attractive pla�e to live. In order to help maintain this diversity,
the City needs to ensure housing is available ta all income ranges, as
well as special needs populations. The City should continue to support
this diversity in all of its policies and actions.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Executive; Support: All Departments
Resources: $-$$$
Public Invalvement: NA
Timeframe: On-going.
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4.1 Errst�r�th� I��►usst�g�tc��i�m�intain�c}�ntl �a��s�r��nfc�rcec! in resider�ti�!areas.
4,2 ��sur�t�+at tl�e sit��l�.��mlly are��#the SoutM �tentar� nt�aighbe�rht�att+remain�cc�hssive
�rtd;;i�tta�t.
�.3 F�h�n�e r�,��surt�s(su�h��s�tl����;��i��rs,#�nc��pe scr�eer�ing, anc!h�i�E��
re�#rictic�ns)ta prat�et�dges�f sir�gl�-famtiy areas fcam�ct��cent developrn�nt. ' ; .
4.4; Impleme�rt�hs�ity`s Urb�rr Fores#ry F?I��I�y.��itia�[ng�street#ree���i��in9 progr�m in
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4.5 I�t��as�:r�elghbonc��Qd �meniti�s, inc#uding neighborht�od c�arciens, greens��ce��and
;: �ub�fi�c art.
4:� tr�prc��� r�sitl�ritiaf st��+�sc�pes wit�l�ntls�p�nc�,str�+�fi tre��,an� ��lewalks.
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div��sity vf�I�e�csrt`i�uni#y.
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freev�ray ent�rcfrar� e �o��e�fira�s.
Focusing through-traffic on I-405 and arterials wili help reduce traffic impacts in the
heart of the City Center. Key actions to accomplish this goal include:
5.1 Support Washington State Department of Transportation
(WSDOT) efforts to encourage all regional through-traffic to I-
405 by improving and reconfiguring interchanges and adding
capacity.
WSDOT currently has plans to improve the I-405
interchanges with SR 169, N 8th Street, and Park ' ��r.y
Avenue, as well as to add an HOV access ramp �,
at N 8th Street for BRT and carpools access. •"~'�W"
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from Talbot Road (SR 515)ta northbound I-405 .•.. ,�
and a southbound ramp from I-4Q5 ta Talbot -�*��
Road. The I-405 project also includes future :�""'"""*� • # ��'""
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with a new on-ramp fram Lind Avenue to �-��
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should reduce traffic congestion in the City
Center. The WSDOT improvements also will add �
capacity for regional through-traffic on I-405. The ��.t,��'
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within the City Center cannot be implemented
until these new connections are constructed.
Therefore, the City should continue to coordinate Rentc�n-tt�B�it�vue l�v�ect propc�sed
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continue to support full buildout of the 1-405 master plan to ensure that the best
interests of the City Center are being pursued. The City also should work with
the State Legislature and Federal agencies to ensure timely funding for these
regionai transportation system improvements.
5.1.1: Continue to coordinate with WSDOT to ensure through-traffic
uses I-405.
Additional Details:
• City staff should review specific plans to assure they understand
how the improvements fit with other elements of the City Center
Plan.
• The City will need to monitor the st�te;taudget and transportation
funding processeslprograms. :
• City could support/lobby for additional state transportation funding
and federal funding {stimulus,`transit, etc)to support advancement
of these improvements.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: Ci�.y Gauncil,
Mayor, Economic Development
Resources: $$;S#aff and elected afficial's time
Public Involvement: Nc�t�e in the coordination phase.
Timeframe: Long-terrn. Dependent on WSb�T initiation.
5.2 Consider c�esignating Logan Avenue as a state route for sub-
regiona) through traffic within#he City Center.
The City sh�t�utd pursue tt�is strategy in order to remove through traffic from
streets that prauide access and circulation within the residential and
commercial areas�fi tihe City Center.
It will be impt�rtant for,the City to eng�t�e property and business owners
,regarding costs and benefits of the possibility of re-routing through-traffic to skirt
the City Center if Lc�gan is d�signated a State Route. The Gity should also fully
imp#ement the gateway and wayfinding program (discussed in 1.1.3 and 1.1.4)
to enSi�re that Downtown and ather commercial areas are we�l identified from
Logan. I
5.2.1: Prepare a study to evaluate alternatives for SR 900 through
Renton, '
Additional Details:
• The planning study should include:
— Traffic analyses, economic assessment, funding analysis, and
public outreach.
— Comparison of potential alternatives would likely include maintaining
existing designation, Logan Avenue, and potential others.
— Summarize potential benefits/impacts of options; coordinate with
WSDOT to identify strategies and requirements and improvements
needed for re-designating SR 900 through Renton.
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• See 1.1.4 for wayfinding program that should be incorporated into
study.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transpartation; Support: Planning,
Economic Development
Resources: $$; Staff time and possible consultants
Public Involvement: Engage WSDOT, transit providers, businesses
and property owners, downtown merchants, and residents in the
process. Consider a survey of existing users and businesses of couplet
and Logan options/issues/concerns
Timeframe: Long-term. Dependent on coordinatian with WSDOT and
transit providers.
5.2.2: Implement initial improvements to support re-designating SR 900
through Renton.
Additional Details:
• Define shart-to mid-term improvements and phasing program.
• Develop funding program for intersectian/roadway improvements
that includes cost estimates and a funding strategy for each
improvement.
• Incorporate improvements into Six-year Transportation
Improvement Program {TIP)and Transportation Element, traffic
analyses, economic assessment, `
funding analysis, and public outreach.
• Develop designs, cost estimates, and
construction program.
• Acquire rights of way and
systematically construct
improvements. Comparison of
potential alternatives would likely
include maintaining existing
designation, Logan Avenue, and
potential others.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation;
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Support: Planning, Ecanomic
Development{Intergovernmental
Relations}
Resources: $$$$; Staff time and possible
consultants
Public Involvement: Engage WSDOT,
transit providers, residents, businesses �°��
and property owners, and downtown ��������,�,����tive�y se��r�at�d i'r�m
merchants. rasid�ntist nefg�tt#>atttt�s /ts r+el�tiv�ty few'
Timeframe: Long-term. Dependent on '�1������`������'►��J��"�'�+���t1y�f�"r�lent
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5.3 Investigate the potential for re-routing through truck traffic from
Park Avenue North.
The north part of the City Center is served by several other designated truck
routes, including Logan Avenue/Airport Way, N 8t", Houser Way N, and Sunset
Blvd. If the City does remove the truck route designation on Park Avenue N for
through trucks, then the City's officiai truck route map should be updated and
through truck routes should be clearly signed by putting up signs that indicate
that these streets are no longer designated as truck routes. The City shouid
work with businesses that could potentially be impacted by this change. The
Police Department should increase the enforcement pf these truck routes
(discussed in 4.7).
5.3.1: Study potential impacts and alternatives for changing truck route
designation on Park Ave N.
Additional Details:
• Identify truck current and future usersldemands ir�ctuding origins
and destinations. Alternat��tes should be identified ta�erve the
existing and future demands.
• Modify the Cc�mprehensive Pla� Map to show changes; �m+end the
City code.
. Install signs.
Responsible Partv: L��d: Transpt�rkation; Support: Police, Econamic
Developmen#
E�esources �$,;Staff time anc�lor consultants-
Pub#ic lnvolverrt�nt: Wark with truck users, businesses, and property
owner5'S�rved by truck route.
"Cirneframe; Short-term.
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Sub-Goal: Explore transit options a�d prrep�are fa�r
opportuniti�s �s they ar6se.
5.4 Work with appropriate agencies and departments to identify a
preferred route for a future Rapid Ride bus rapid transit and/or
light rail transit (LRT) line that would best serve the City Center.
Thoroughly analyze a preferred raute for mass transit service.
5.4.1: Continue working with an inter-agency work group to define and
evaluate the Rapid Ride F-Line bus service.
Additional Details:
• Continue to work with King County Metro on the design for F-line
(Burien to Renton) Rapid Ride in 2011.
• Explore strategies for extending F-line through City Center to The
Landing.
• Review Bel-Red corridor analyses prepared by/for City of Bellevue
related to transit strategies/recommendations.
• Prepare a white paper ta define opportunities, impacts and
benefits, and potential costs for rapid Ride, LRT or other transit
strategies for City Center.
Responsible Party: Lead: Transpartation; Support: Planning
Resources: $; Staff time
Public Involvement: None at this stage; presentations to Planning
Commission and/or City Council on optionslstatus.
Timeframe: Short-term. Dependent of coordination with King County
Metro.
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5.4.2: Explore the City's transit options and establish a preferred
strategy/option for BRT, LRT, and other transit strategies for the
City, especially a possible extension north from Downtown
Renton.
Additional Details:
• Conduct a formal study to determine the preferred route. The
study should include funding options and implementation
strategies.
• Incorporate study recommendations for the preferred strategy for
BRT, LRT, and other transit strategies into the Comprehensive
Plan and other regional plans. This may also indude land use
changes along the preferred route.
• Review and approve developrnent perrnits along preferred route to
preserve potential needs for rights-of-way and non-motorized
accessibility.
Responsible Party: Lead: Transportation; Support: Planning,
Community Services
Resources: $$$-$$$$; Staff and consultants"
Public Involvemer►t: �olicit feedback on transit concepts and options
from the community, businesses, and property owners.
Timeframe: Mid-term. Study i�short-term due to F-line design moving
forward; implementation is longer-t�rm. Dependent on coordination
with K'rng��aunty Metro an�i Sound'Transit. Implementation will
depend on majc�r funding.
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5.5 Continue to pursue opportunities for a future water taxi to
connect Renton to other Lake Washington cities, such as
Bellevue, Kirkland, Mercer Island, and/or Seattle.
Pursue potential funding opportunities, partnerships with other agencies, and/or
relationships with private firms that may be interested in providing water taxi
service to and from the city.
5.5.1: Explore financial feasibility and operational needs for a water taxi
service,facility needs in Renton, and possible routes.
Additional Details: A water taxi service would be a component of a
complete regional transportation network and the water taxi terminal
would be part of a transit hub in the area.
• Audit and summarize all previous studies related to a water taxi.
Use this information to develop a white paper on feasibility of a
water taxi. Include how the service ties into transit, land use, and a
patential parking garage.
• Update Comprehensive Plan to incarporate study
recommendations for the water taxi service based on white paper
results. Also update regional, Sound Transit, and Metro p�ans with
the recommendations from the white paper.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Economic Development (Intergovernmental
Relations); Support: Transportation, Planning, Community Services
Resources: $$; Staff time
Public Involvement: General public, business and property owners,
King County Metro, and Sound Transit, and possible private operators
as necessary.
Timeframe: Mid-term.
5.5.2: Implement recommendations for a Renton water taxi
Additional Details:
• Develop potential agreement for operating water taxi with private or
public provider.
• Fund, design, and construct needed dock or other facilities for water
taxi.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Economic Development; Support:
Transportation, Planning, Legal, Community Services
Resources: $$$$
Public Invalvement: Include the general public, residents, businesses
and property owners in planning process.
Timeframe: Mid-term. Dependent on agreement with a private or
public provider and on major funding.
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5.6 Encourage Sound Transit and/or Metro to build and operate a
public parking garage in The Landing/Coulon Park vicinity.
A parking garage at Park Avenue N and N 8th Street is part of the Sound
Transit Master Plan and part of WSDOT's I-405 Master Plan and could be used
as a park-and-ride facility for future Rapid Ride or other BRT or LRT and for
commercial uses in the northern portion of the City Center. The City should
initiate a feasibility study to identify the ideal location for the garage based on
the location of transit lines, I-405 interchange improvements, a possible future
water taxi, and to support transit-oriented development. It will be impartant to
ensure that the potential garage be integrated into the built environment in a
manner that fosters the growth of the area as a destination rather than a point
of transfer. The Puget Sound Energy property near'Coulon Park could also be
a potential location for a park-and-ride facility if th�: streetcar(discussed in 6.2),
ar other transit system, extends to that locaticrn and fihe water taxi locates in
that area.
5.6.1: Conduct a feasibility study fo determine the necessity for and
choose a location for a potential parking.garage in fhe north end
of the City Center to support transit,water taxi, and other
transportation needs.
Additional Details:
• The feasibility study should include:
—_ Cu�rent and future parking demand in th�general area
— 'tdentification of pc�tential users
- Analysis of access fio>tr�nsit service�an�l facilities
— Proximaty;to commercial areas, parks, and other supporting land
uses
— '�pportunities for transit�or'tented development
— Access to/frbrr►tk�e freew�y#or users and transit
- Pedestrian and bicycl�access
— ° Safety and operations
— '<Potential fund,ing opportunities
Responsibte-Party: Le�d: Transportation; Support: Planning,
Community Services
Resources: ��i$$; Staff time, probably a cansultant team
Public lnvolvement: Engage property owners, transit providers,
businesses; property owners and neighborhoad residents.
Timeframe: Long-term. Dependent on coordination with Sound Transit
and/or King County Metro and dependent on major funding.
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5.6.2: Work with Sound Transit and King County Metro to fund, design,
and construct the parking garage.
Additional Details:
• Coordinate on grants or other funding programs.
• City to review plans and issue permits.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: City Council,
Finance, Planning, Economic Development(Intergovernmental
Relations)
Resources: $$$$; Staff time; other agencies include King County
Metro and Sound Transit
Public Involvement: Work with transit agencies and involve public as
part of annual budget process.
Timeframe: Long-term. Dependent on coordination with Sound Transit
and/or King County Metro and dependent on major funding.
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W�s�����c�n cities, �uch as Sellevue, Kirkl�rtd, I�Aercer l�lantl, andlc►r Se�ttle.
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Park Avenue N should serve as a key north/south connection for travei within the
City Center, providing mobility and circulation for pedestrians,vehicles, and transit.
This would provide strong connections between Lake Washing#on, The Landing,
North Renton, Downtown, and South Renton: A variety of funding strategies should
be considered, such as a Local improvementDistrict(LID) or a Transportation
Benefit District (TBD), to heip fund systemafic improvements instead of incremental
improvements, as development occurs. The City cauld tie the funding strategy to the
potential increase in zoning capacifiy of Park Avenue t�l'(discussed in 2.3.1}. The City
should conduct an urban design s#udy f€�r Park Avenue N that combines the potential
rezone of this area with new design stand�ards and guidelines (discussed in 1.1.1 and
2.3.1)and a street design study (in coordinatir��1 with 1.1.2j tt�;pursue the following
key strategies to implern�n#the vision�or Park Auenue N.
6.1 Improve Park Avenue N as � �Cey pedestrian connection between
Coulon Park, The Landing, North Renton, Downtown, and South
Ren#on with"sidewalks, landscaping, wayfinding, public art, and
other amenities.
In addition to ensuring t#��zoning and development standards along Park
Avenue N encourages pec�estrian-oriented retail along Park Avenue N
(discussed in 2.3.1),;improve the streetscape of Park Avenue N to create a
pedestrian-friendly enuironment that will provide a key pedestrian connection
between Downtown�nd Lake Washington. The City should develop a
streetscape,design fc�rPark Avenue N that will be consistent from Bronson
Way N all the way fo'Lake Washington. The streetscape design should include
wide sidewalks, cansistent pedestrian-scaled lighting, street trees, wayfinding
signs, and a variety of other pedestrian amenities. These specific streetscape
standards should be coordinated with the public realm standards (discussed in
1.1.2).
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6.1.1: Conduct a detailed design study for Park Ave N.
Additional Details:
• Prepare design concepts, cost estimates, and funding program for
Park Avenue N corridor.
• Define right-of-way needs and development requirements.
. Establish funding strategy.
• Adopt corridor plan and funding strategy.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: Planning,
Community Services, Economic Development
Resources: $$-$$$; City staff and consuttants
Pubfic involvement: Engage the ger►erafi pubtic, residents, businesses,
and property owners in public m��tings that may;include design
charettes, open houses, or v�orkshops. Consider cr�ating a corridor
advisory committee.
Timeframe: Mid-term. Dependent on major funding.
6.1.2: Implement design for Park Ave N.
Additianal Details:
+ Obtain funding tca implement the Park Ave N design:
— Incorporate intt�Capital Facilities Plan, Six-Year TIP, and annual
budget.
— "Estalati�h a TBD or LID proCess/scape/assessments.
— Pursue grants.
• Design and Construct P�rk Ave N improvements
— Frepace ftna!design anc€engineering, right-of-way, phasing plans,
anc}tr`a#'fic co�trot plans.
— Hire contractor.
— -Constnact improvements.'
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: Economic
Develaprnent, Planning, Finance
Resources: $$$$; Staff time, consultants
Public Involvement: Engage the general public, residents, and
business and property owners in design charettes or workshops.
Perform scoping for environmental review requirements.
Timeframe: Long-term. Dependent on major funding.
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'� Plarr (ements – Transportation
PARK AVE VISIflN
Live/wark spaces encouraged �
, A multi-modai (pedestrian,transit and vehicle)
Fencing or screening � street connecting Coulon Park and the Landing to
required to reduce impacts , downtown,with attractive streetscape and a mix of
to neighborhood residents-----� ; uses that attract pedestrian activity.
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building encouraged if they�j Appropriately scaled street
mee#design standards �' lights, signal poles and street
features along Park Ave
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6.2 Consider a streetcar/trolley line, with the first phase running
along Park Avenue N connecting Coulon Park, The Landing,
Downtown, and the Transit Center. Future phases should
connect the South Renton area, Grady Way, and the Sounder
station at Longacres.
A streetcar/trolley would be a permanent transit connectian between the Transit
Center and Lake Washingtan. It would provide a clear, visible connection
between the areas of the City Center that are currently not well connected.
This permanent investment in transit could be a significant catalyst for new
private development alang Park Avenue N and in the City Center as a whole.
The City should pursue this concept by initiating.a<feasibility study to better
understand the costs associated with building anci running a streetcar. The
study cauld pursue various funding opportuni#'res ant�(ook at different ways of
operating the line once it is built. A rubb�r wheeled tro(i�y could be
considered as an interim step to a fixe�i rail trolley.
A transfer facility or transit center ne�r Park Avenue N and N 8�' Street would
provide transfer connections from the str�etcar to:express busses t�n I-405 via
the HOV access and potential BRT/LRT s#c�ps. This facility could be in
conjunction with the parking garage (discussed in'5.6) or could be a separate,
much smaller facility that wouid rtot require pari�in� or significant infrastructure
investment
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6.2.1: Conduct a feasibility study exploring the financial feasibility and
operational needs for a streetcar along Park Avenue N with
potential expansion in the future.
Additional Details:
• The study should identify capital needs, operational needs and
options, funding opportunities, and ridership analyses.
• Update Comprehensive Plan, Capital Facilities Plan, and TIP to
incorparate study recommendations for streetcar service.
Responsible Partv: �ead: Transportation; Support: Planning,
Economic Development
Resources: $$; Staff time and possible consultant
Public Involvement: Include general public, residents, and business
and property owners in public process as part of the feasibility study to
help determine potential ridership.
Timeframe: Long-term.
6.2.2: Implement the recommendations from the streetcar feasibility
study.
Additianal Details:
• Develop potential agreement for operating streetcar with private or
public aperator.
• Fund, design, and construct needed facilities for streetcar.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: Planning, Legal,
Administration, Economic Development{Intergovernmental Relations}
Resaurces: $$$$; Staff time, legal, and consultants
Public Involvement: Possibly include the general public as part of City
Council review.
Timeframe: Long-term. Dependent an major funding and coordination
with a private or public aperator.
Cety Center Camr��sni�y �I����.� � � � �� 75
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6.3 Pursue opportunities to extend Park Avenue N north of
Logan Avenue N to the waterfront to connect to Southport,
future development, potential future water taxi terminal, and
Coulon Park.
Providing an extension of Park Avenue N to Lake Washington will help
complete the linear spine of the City Center. The City shauld develop a
preferred alignment and concept for the new connection. The City should also
work with property owners and potential developers to ensure that the new
connection can be completed with a consistent streetscape to the rest of Park
Avenue N.
If a roadway extension proves infeasible in the r�ear-term, the construction of
a pedestrian bridge that also serves as an ic�nic'gateway to the City Center
should be explored.
6.3.1: Develop preliminary design concepts and implementation strategy
for Park Ave N extension.<
Additional Details:
•, Preliminary desigrt cc�ncept should build aff of
ongoing studies an�'should include:
— Roadway cross-section and intersection needs,
ba�ed on prior trafific analyses.
— Summar},of new and existing requirements for
; ' � private de�telopment tb ensure adequate right-
` ' d �.� of-way�nd a consistent streetscape design.
',� � 1 — D�vel�pment sta�dards to support park access
` w `� and�nrater taxi needs (coordinate with water taxi
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� , � i°8� � — Options for alternative pedestrian bridge.
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�� � � — Strategy to secure funding.
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' i :�«•, ��;��' � — Detailed construction designs and phasing plan.
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N. fa th�w�terfront tti c�nrt��t to South�ro�t,
futur�dev�elo���t,;��sr�txat fcrture water,
taxi t�rnainal, �at�d Ccst�lt�n F'�rf�
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6.4 Provide connections that allow multiple circulation routes from
the Bronson/SR 169 area to the vicinity of The Landing.
As envisioned in this plan, Park Avenue will be a pedestrian, transit and local
vehicle access oriented street. Therefore, it is important to provide alternate
routes for through traffic not destined for a site within North Rentan. It is
particularly important that not all traffic from northbound I-405 and westbound
SR 169 travelling to the north be directed along Park Avenue. The planned
interchange and frontage roads between SR 169 and Sunset Boulevard will
facilitate northbound traffic movement to the Sunset Boulevard interchange.
From there, vehicles can travel north on Houser or west on N 4th Street. In
general, the I-405 access improvements will reduce congestion in the
Bronson/SR 169 area which will facilitate local circulation and pedestrian
improvements. In the implementatian of street improvements serving the new
interchanges, the City shauld ensure that through traffic is not necessarily
funneled onto Park Avenue N and that there are multiple north/south
connections.
6.4.1: Develop study to define recommended circulation plan with I 405
widening improvements in place.
Additional Details:
• See also 5.1 ( I-405 project) and 5.2
(SR 904 re-designation) ,'.
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Timeframe: Long-term. Dependent an , �'����yd��y,
WSDOT actions.
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Sub-Ga�al: Impro�re conrae�ti�rity and mabifity within the
�rty Ce�r�er.
Throughout the public participation process, participants mentioned that the City
Center needs to be better connected and it needs to be easier to get from the
sauthern end of the City Center to Lake Washington. Currently,the existing street
grid can be confusing for people who are not familiar with the one-way streets and
the complex intersections. The City shauld pursue the following opportunities to
improve traffic circulation and safe vehicular movement, as well as improve
connectivity and safety for bicycles and pedestrians in the City Center.
6.5 Evaluate necessity and benefits of the one-way streets within
the City Center.
• Williams Avenue and W�tls Avenue:
Pursue changing one-way designations on Williams
Avenue and Wells Avenue to tv�o-�way streets to
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' improve north/south connectivity in th�City Center.
� � This change could occur in the short term and
should not requ�re ma}c�r infrastructure changes.
.-�� These streets are bath'currently designated'bicycle
� ..„,,., � rout�s. If the streets are converted to two-way, the
� Gity should consider both north and south bicycle
w � rautes on one af the streets instead of maintaining
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Pursue ch�nging one-way designations on N 3`a
' Street and N 4th Street to two-way streets. This
ehange will 1'tkely need to be tied to improvements
made to the I-405 interchange at Maple Valley
Highw�y (SR 169)and Sunset(SR 940). A
reconfigured two-way street system could provide
: � an excellent connection between the I-405
ir�terchanges and the Park Avenue N corridor.
� ��� C • S 2"a Street and S 3`d Street:
�� G In the long term, pursue changing one-way
��'� designations on S 2�d and S 3`d Streets to two-way
� streets to facilitate vehicular circulation and mobility.
� This change could impact transit traffic patterns and
could be tied to changing the designation af SR 900
fram Downtown to Logan Avenue/Airport Way. The
City should continue to work with property and
business owners on how to best study and evaluate
this option. The planned improvements at the I-405
interchanges with the Maple Valley Highway(SR
169)and Sunset Way(SR 900)should alsa be
'� f?n�-�ia��tn�ets t'�t���`it�?Cet'rt�t� � studied in regard to this potential change.
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. `�+' Pla�fements — Transportation
• Main Avenue S and Mill Avenue S:
The planned WSDOT improvements of I-405 just south of the Cedar River
will result in the closure of Houser Way S, which currently serves
northbound traffic access to the I-405/SR 169 interchange. Closure of
Houser Way S and modification of the crossings of I-405 via S 3rd Street/Mill
Avenue S and at Renton Avenue S provides an opportunity to consider two-
way traffic on Main Avenue S between Bronson Way S and S 3rd Street. This
could improve lacal circulatian within the Downtown area. Based on
WSDOT studies, converting Main Avenue S to two-way operation would
require praperty acquisition. The studies showed that the property
acquisition could come from the east side of the corridor. Alternatively, Main
Avenue S would be maintained as the southbound route, with northbound
traffic using Mill Avenue S one block to the east. The latter alternative cauld
reduce the potential needs for property acquisition. WSDOT's studies
show that both options could provide adequate capacity. The City shauld
revisit and update the WSDOT studies and implement changes
concurrently with or follawing construction of the changes to I-405 and
closure of Houser Way S.
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6.5.1: Conduct detailed traffic and circulation analyses for each one-way
corridor/couplet and select preferred action.
Additional Details:
• Evaluate transportatian circulation options, traffic operations, land
use, safety, costs, and public support
• Sefect preferred action for each couplet and update
Comprehensive Plan, Capital Facilities Plan and TIP
• Establish funding, timing, and implementation strategy
Responsible Party: Lead: Transportation; Support: Community
Services, Planning, Economic Development
Resources: $$$$; Staff time and possibie cansultants
Public Involvement: Engage property owners, residents, business
owners, and the general public in public meetings and focus groups.
Timeframe: Phased—select priorities and conduct studies
sequentially.
6.6 Prioritize improvements to vehicular ar�d pedestrian safety,
connectivity, and traffic f(ow at the fol[owing key intersections:
• Airport Way S and Logan Ave�ue N.
Evaluate opportunities to upgrad�this intersectic�I�ta improve traffic safety,
pedestrian cc�nnectivity, and aestheticatty enhance this important gateway
to th�C3c�wntown.
• S 2"d Street, Bronson Way N,and Main Avenue S.
Evaluate opportun�fies to upgrad�#his intersection to improve traffic flaw.
This intersection impro�tement needs to be tied to the decision for
c4nverting S 2"��'treet/S 3`�Street and Main Avenue S/Mill Avenue S to
two wa�t�peratic�ns(discussed in�.5).
• SW Langsft�n, SR 900,;and Hardie Avenue SW.
Create a four-tegged infiersection by evaluating the possibility af realigning
SW Langston.
80 City c�f Rent�n
• �r` P!a`�"'�'clements — Transportation
6.6.1: Conduct operations and safety evaluation to define
recommendations for each key intersection.
Additional Details:
• Operations and safety evaluation to includ�:
— Traffic volumes and forecasts
— Traffic safety/collision analyses
— Pedastrian needstsafety
— Costsl impacts/feasibility
• Incorporate recommendations in Comprehensive Plan, Capital
Facilities Plan and TIP, as needed
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: Planning,
Economic Development(Intergovernmental Relations)
Resources: $$$$; Staff time, possible consultant
Public Invalvement: Present analyses,
alternatives and recommendations to the
public and solicit feedback at public open
houses.
Timeframe: Short-term. Dependent on
major funding. �
6.6.2: Design,fund and construct
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intersection improvements.
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• Obtain funding to implement the
intersection improvements: � � �.�
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— Incarporate into Capital Facilities Plan, , ;
Six-Year TIP,and annual budget
— Establish funding{impact fees,other}
— Pursue grants
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— Prepare final design and engineering, �� �, s�. �� •� '����
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control plans lnterSeCtiOn ofBrollsOn and M�rn,
— Hire contractor
— Construct improvements
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Support: Economic Development
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Resources: $$$$; Staff time, possible
consultant; funding for construction.
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design concepts from the residents,
businesses, and property owners and
provide public information far construction. ���`���'���►�f Lang�!`�it��ntl Hardie:
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Timeframe: Following 6.6.1 for each location and as funding is
available.
6.7 Improve streets, intersections, and wayfinding at the key civic
node located at Bronson Way N, Park Avenue N, N 1St Street, N
Riverside Drive, Houser Way S to enhance multi-modal
circulation.
The City should pursue opportunities to make street and intersection
improvements that would improve circulation at this key node (including the
intersection at N 15'Street, Park Avenue N, and Bronson Way N). The City's
complete streets standards should be incorporateti into all improvements. The
City should prepare conceptual designs and traffic studies to evaluate closing
of N 1St Street and realigning Park Avenue N fo inter�ect Bronson Way at
closer to a 90 degree angle. Access to adjacent properties needs to be
facilitated. Pedestrian crossings from the park and civic node to Park Avenue N
and to the trail along the Cedar Riv�r also should be enhanced. ,
All improvements should be coordinated with the improvements t�the civic
amenities (discussed in 3.1 and 3.2), tmprovemer�ts at this intersection should
also be coordinated with the closure of Houser W�y S which is part af the I-405
improvements just south of the Cedar River.
6.7.1: Conduct design, operations,and safety evaluations to define
recomm�ndations for the Civic Node.
Ac4ditional C?etails:
: Conduct preliminary p�annir�g study as a part of this Community
Pfan.
• Op�r�tions antl safety evaluatian to include:
— Trafif`ic volumes and:forecasts
— Trafftc'safety/collision analyses
— `Pedestrian needs/safety
— ' Cc�sts/impacts/feasibility
• Incorparate recornmendations in Comprehensive Plan, Capital
Facilities Plan and TIP, as needed,
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: Community
Services, Economic Development (Intergovernmental Relations)
Resources: $$$$; Staff time, possible consultant
Public Involvement: Present analyses, alternatives, and
recommendations at public open houses for feedback. Engage the
general public, residents, businesses, and property owners.
Timeframe: Mid-term. Dependent on major funding.
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6.7.2: Design, fund and construct intersection improvements at the Civic
Node.
Additional Details:
• Obtain funding to implement the intersection improvements:
— Incorporate into Capital Facilities Plan, Six-Year TIP, and annual
budget
— Establish funding (impact fess, other)
— Pursue grants
• Design and construct intersection improvements
— Prepare final design and engineering, right-of-way, phasing plans,
traffic control plans
— Hire cantractor
— Construct improvements
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation, Economic Development
(Intergovernmental Relations}; Support: Community Services
Resources: $$$$; Staff time, possible consultant; funding for
construction
Public Involvement: Solicit public input from the general public,
residents, and business and praperty owners on design concepts and
provide public information for construction.
Timeframe: Following 6.7.1 as funding is available.
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6.8 Consider a `road diet' on Rainier Avenue N between the City's
northern boundary and N Airport Way, which would reduce the
right-of-way dedicated to vehicular traffic and provide right-of-
way space for an enhanced multi-use path for the Lake
Washington Loop Trail.
The City should consider a roadway configuration that would add a multi-use trail
along Rainier Avenue N, improving bicycle connections from the west side of Lake
Washington.
Coordinate with King Counry's plans and configuration for Rainier to plan for
possible annexation of the West Hill.
6.8.1: Conduct analyses of operations,safety, and non-motorized needs
evaluation to define recommendatidns for Rainier Ave N.
Additional Details:
• Alternatives analysis to include:
- Traffic volumes and forecasts
- Traffic safety/collision ana[yses
- Pedestrian/bicycle needs/safety/s�parate trail
- Costs/im{aac't�(#easibility
• Incorporate reCpmrrtendations in Cornprehensive Plan and TIP, as
needed
Res,pansible Partv: Le�d: Trans}�ar�ation
R�sources: $$; Staff tim�,;possible consultarat
Public Involvement: Present"analyses, alternatives, and
recommendations at public open houses for feedback. Engage the
� . generaf.pub4��, resitl�.mts,businesses, and property owners.
Timeframe: Short-to mi�-term
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6.8.2: Design, fund and construct improvements on Rainier Ave N.
Additional Details:
• Obtain funding ta implement the improvements:
— Update into Capital Facilities Plan, Six-Year TIP, and annual
budget
— Establish funding
— Pursue grants
• Design and construct intersection improvements
— Prepare final design and engineering, right-of-way, phasing plans,
traffic control plans
— Hire contractor
— Construct improvements
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation, Economic Development
(Intergovernmental Relations)
Resources: $$$$; Staff time; possible consultant; funding for
construction
Public Invalvement: Present design concepts to public for feedback
and provide construction information. Engage the general public,
residents, businesses, and property owners.
Timeframe: Following 6.8.1 — Mid to long-
term. Dependent on major funding.
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6.9 Consider the enhancement of S/SW 7th Street between Rainier
Avenue S and Talbot Road S, with bus access improvements, an
improved intersection at Talbot Road S, neighborhood traffic
calming, and a separated bicycle trail.
King County Metro is considering improvements and route changes involving
SW 7'h Street to facilitate bus circulation and potentially accommodate a new
Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route. The intersection of S 7th Street and Talbot
Road S warrants a signal but is not well configured for one. The City Bicycle
Plan identifies S/SW 7th Street as an alignment for a future regional bicycle
trail. Finally, S 7t" Street is the southern edge of the South Renton
neighborhood and the community will want to ensur�that any improvements to
that street enhances the neighborhood edge and does not result in increased
traffic or encroachment into the area. Giv�n this s�e�trum of objectives, there
is increasing impetus for a street improv�ment project. The City should explore
opportunities for a multi-objective praje�t, perhaps with intersection and lane
improvements with a separated bikew�y/greenway on the narth side and traffic
calming measures that would disct�ur�ge cut through traffic.
6.9.1: Complete analyses and document recornmended concept for
improvements fc�r S/SW 7th Street between Rainier Avenue S and
Talbot Road S
Additional Details:
• Stutty to include:
— `Tr�ffic volumes an�i forecasts
— TraffiC S�fety /collisit�n aClalyses
— Transif'n��ds
— >�.Pedestrfanf bicycle needsl:safety
— Costs!imp�c#sf feasibility
• Incorpflrate recomrnendations in Comprehensive Plan and TIP, as
needed
Resportsible Park�t: ;Lead: Transportation; Support: Planning, King
County Mefro, Community Services
Resources: $$; Staff time, King County Metro; possible
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,� `I� �I ' Public Involvement: Engage property owners,
�, businesses, residents, and other stakeholders.
' � , Timeframe: Short-to mid-term. Dependent on
'� coordination with King County Metro.
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6.9.2: Design,fund and construct improvements on S/SW 7t" Street
between Rainier Avenue S and Talbot Road S.
Additional Details:
• Obtain funding to implement the improvements:
— Update into Capital Facilities Plan, Six-Year TIP, and annual
budget
— Establish funding
— King County Metro
— Pursue grants
• Design and canstruct intersection improvements
— Prepare final design and engineering, right-of-way, phasing plans,
traffic control plans
— Hire contractor
— Construct improvements
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: Plarining, King
County Metro, Econamic Development{Intergovernmental Relations}
Resources: $$$$; Staff time; possible cansultant; funding for
construction
Public Involvement: Present design concepts to public for feedback
and provide construction infarmation. Engage residents, businesses,
and property owners.
Timeframe: Mid-term, fallowing 6.9.1.
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6.10 Initiate a traffic awareness program for �
residential streets. �
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� A traffic awareness program would help residents ��
and the City understand what the key traffic
issues are and would help improve safety for � '� �"'"""' � � �� ry
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pedestrians and vehicles on residential streets. ,�;
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6.10.1: Develop a City-wide traffic awareness
program. , . .n:. � �.,��
Additional Details: Develop a City-wide
traffic awareness program to better � i
understand the specific traffic issues on
residential streets. Traffic awareness will '�
help the City and residents understand if
the issues are related to speeding, traffic
volume, cut-through traffic, or other ���.
possible issues. Once the key issues are
understood,the City can work with
neighborhood groups to identify strategies
to help calm traffic. Coordinate with
public safety officials to ensure the
techniques are compatible with providing ���P�������r�-������tg���+�9!���
emergency services. Create a program in
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which neighborhoods can apply to the City for the traffic awareness
program and traffic calming measures.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Transportation; Support: Fire & Emergency
Services
Resources: $$
Public Involvement: Work with residents and the general public.
Timeframe: On-going.
6.11 Continue to improve the overall safety and`connections for
bicyclists within the City Center.
Bike connections to future BRT/LRT stops, as well as to current and future park
and ride lots should be provided. The City sfiould ensure that the City's Bike
and Trails Master Plan is consistent with future plans for BF2T and LRT stops.
The City should alsa continue to implernent the goals and strategies set forth in
the City's Trails and Bicycle Master Plan and the Lake-to-Sound Trail Study.
6.11.1: Establish priority for bicycle irnprovements consistent with the
Trails and Bicycle Master Plan within City Center subarea '
Additional �etails:
• Define pri�rit�!criteria such as connectivity, safety,
and costs. Pre�rare a matri�of projects versus
.....� e���— criteri�that ranks ��ch project: Use this ranking to
.-._ ..�� prioriti�e projecfis.
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Pra�ride b��ter �c�rtrt���ivns �etween �re�� rn��tF�irt the City Center.
Sub-Gv�1. �statafT,�1'�i ����Avencre N�s � r�ruf�ti�r�roda�f trara�s�rc�rtatian �orridar
b�t�r�en �"�utr�n P�r�and Btrrrret�At�errue S..
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6.2 Cvn�ider a�tre�#�t��t�►11e}�(ine,with the first pha�e running a�€�ng ParCc Aver�u�N
connecting Cgu�an Park, The Landing, C1c�wntc�wn, and th�Tr�nsit Cer�ter. Future
: p�tases s�outd cc�nr�ect the Sc�uth Re»fion area, Grady W�ry,�rtid the'�r�under stafian at
Lc�r��cr�s.
�.3 Purs�e c���o�kunit���tc�+�xter�d t��r�A�enu��t r�orth�fi;Logan Avenue N tv the !
waterfr�rrt,�ta.�ar�i��c�t�+a�ufhp�rrt,�ut�tre deveEopme�#, pc�ten#ial fufure water taxi
terrnin�l;ar�c����i�cin P��k.
6.4 Pr�vic�e ctonr��fiior��#hat�l�c�w muiti�le cir�ulation r�ufes#rtirn the Bro►�sonlSR16�.ar��i
f�th�vi�ini#y�f The Lat�ting. '
Su1�-�r��l.. It�rprr�ve �c�rtne�t��r�ty'�r�i�mc�b�lity wlthlrt €�h� �'it�Cer�t�r.
6.5 Evalu��rr���sity��td k��ne�i#s c�f i°l�r�e�r��-w�y streefs within the City Genter,
6.6 Priariti�#t��ro�e�'�s tp vehicui�r�anci petfiestrian s�fety,cc�nnectivity, and tr�ffic flc�w at
t�ie fin(lawing�cey'int�rsectic�r�s:
6.7 I�rt��ve stre+�ts, i�tfersed��;a�ntl u��y€'�r�c�int�a��e l�ey civic nc�i;e lc�c�ted at Src�r►son
W�jr�#�Park Awe�tu+��, h11��t���t,t� Rive�id��r�ve, fiir�user V1iay S t�r enh�ance'mui#�-
mad�a!c�rr;�.�t�c�n.
6:+� Can��d�,�'roatl cii�t'c�n Rainier Avenu�r N beiween the City's narth�m bQundar�r and N
' Airpo���y,wP�ieh w�t�id r+educe the right-of way de�iic�i�e�t ts��r+�hicu�ar ir�#�c and'
�rc��ti��right-af way sp�r�f+�r ar��nhanced multi-us��rath fc�r#h�l.ake VVC��shfn�tr�n Laap
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6,�10 lniti�ts��affie awarene�s pragra�n on resitlenfiai stre�:t�.
fi.�l'1 �t�rtt�nu�t�irnprc��e the c�rrer�l�s�fet�r a�d cannectiar�s fc�r bic�r�1���w�th�rt t�e C�iy
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7.1 Continue to increase bike connections within the City Center
and work to provide a trail connection between the Green River, �
Cedar River, and East Lake Washington Trails and implement
over time.
Build upon the work done in the City's May 2009 Trails and Bicycle Master Plan
and the February 2009 Lake-to-Sound Trail Study to create coordinated bike
cannections throughout the City Genter and to regional trail facilities. A
separated trail between the Green River, Cedar River, and East Lake
Washington Trails would make Renton's City Center the hub of Puget Sound
regional trails and bring hundreds of thousands of cyclists through the City
Center each year.
7.1.1: Continue to work with BNSF, King County, the Port of Seattle, and
The Boeing Company to ensure the BNSF corridor is preserved
and eventually converted to a rail and trail corridor.
Additional Details: The Ciry should continue to work to implement the
strategies set forth in the Lake-to-Sound Trail Feasibility Study. In the
near term, the rail corridor within the City Center area is needed for use
by The Boeing Gampany. �pportunities to enhance the corridor may
be sought, but should not interFere with Baeing's usage. The City
should continue to work with BNSF, King County, Port of Seattle and
rail users to ensure that the carridor is preserved and can eventually be
converted into a rail and trail corridor.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Community Services, Transportation;
Support: Planning, Economic Development
Resources: $$$
Public Involvement: Primarily internal meetings with other public
agencies.
Timeframe: On-going, Long-term. Dependent on other public and
private agencies.
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7.1.2: Continue to work with the Port of Seattle and King County on
providing rail and trail access in the northern area of the City
Center, near Coulon Park and Lake Washington Blvd.
Additional Details: Working with the Port of Seattle and
King County, the City could continue to enhance the
bicycle connection to the East Lake Washington Trail.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Community Services,
Transportation; Support: Planning, Economic
�- Development
Resources: $$$
Public Involvement: Prim�irily internal meetings with
other public agenci�s at this�nitial stage.
Timeframe: Mid-term. Dependent on Port of Seattle
and King County '
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� v� streetscape design for a trail on Hauser Way
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��.� ����' �'� �kdditional Details:� The City should pursue
BIUSFccrrridor, � !, interim steps to im'prove the connection
between t�� Green Ri�+er, Cedar River, and
East Lake Washington Trails. Improving the
sfireetscap�with biks facilities on Houser Way
wouid improve the bi�ycle connection in the
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4, short-term.
��' ��`" ��-� ���i � �� Responsible Party: Lead: Community
�� �� Services; Support: Planning, Economic
Development(Intergovernmental Relations),
�,,�, � Transportation
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� Public Involvement: Engage residents,
��^.�� ��� � � businesses, and property owners to provide
���� feedback on the conceptual plan and
streetscape design.
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Timeframe: Short-term.
7.1.4: Implement the City's Trails and Bicycle
Master Plan.
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See the Trails and Bicycle Master Plan for
� � ��� specific implementation details.
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7.2 As a long-term goal, provide a
connection between the Cedar River and
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park.
7.2.1: Continue to work with key property o,�r ,
owners (The Boeing Company)to � : „,�. :
pursue opportunities to provide a trail
connection between Coulon Park and �
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the Cedar River Trail. '�� �`p�� ��
Additional Details: This connection would
provide excellent public access ta the
waterfront as well as provide a key bike
and pedestrian connection between the '�,��e{��,��«�tdn�hore�ine af Coulon Park.
Cedar River Trail and Coulon Park. The
City should continue to work and
coordinate with The Boeing Company an
possible implementa#ion in the future.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Community Senrices; Support:
Transportatian, Planning, Economic Development
Resaurces: $$$$
Public Involvement: Key property owners.
Timeframe: Long-term. Dependent on actions of key property owners.
Cc��l 7 Sur�'tr't�ary;
P��r�+�t� �r�d pursue th� expansi�n af, anci irr�prc�ve �cces� ��, reg�cana!
r��r����t�na� �rai�� ir� th� C�ty Center, and buitd on ��e�e key c�annect��ns as
an ecc�r�Qmic d�ve��prn,�r�t strategy.
7.'I Cc��tinue to increas�a��i��c�nr��ctior�s wifihin#he City��t�#er and wc�rk tv pravide a trail
cvne��ctian befi+ve�n the Green River; Gedar I�iv€;r,�r�d Ea�t L�ke i�/ash�ngton Trails and
' i+�n�ri��n�rnt:c��er tirr�e.
7.� fk�� �►n�-terrn gaal, pr��r�d�a connection beiwe�n th��dar l�iv�r�nd Ger�e Coufon
Mem�rial��a�h Park. '
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8.1 Provide a natural shoreline on the Cedar River and Lake
Washington shorelines.
The City should coardinate with the Shoreline Ma�ter Program (SMP) and
planning done for the Water Resource Inve�►tqry Area �WRIA)to create a plan
for restoring the Cedar River shoreline that balances ir�creasing the ecological
functions of the river while providing greater public access c�pportunities. The
plan should prioritize short-term and:Iong-term actions. SirniM�rly, for the Lake
Washington shoreline, the City should coordinate with the sho�line property
owners to implement the local SMP to create a plan for restoring the shoreline.
8.1.1: Create a plan for fhe Cedar River;and the Lake Washingtan
shorelines that balances the goals of�cological restoration with
public access and c+�mmunity development.
Additional Details: Ctx�Cdinate restoration ptanning efforts with the
restoratitrn plan in the Gity's SMP.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Surf��`Water,Cammunity Services;
Support: Plannir►g, Econort`�ic C3evelopment
Resaur�es: $$
�'ublic In�alvem�nt: En�age the general public and property owners in
public worksh[�ps and open houses. Work with neighborhood groups
and shoreline prpperty owners i'n targeted meetings to develop the plan.
Timeframe: Mid-to long-term. Dependent on coordination with private
property dwners.
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8.2 Improve the Cedar River Trail with
additional access trails, lights, public ''� 'II �� + Y��
art, and amenities; and as a long-term
goal, expand the trail to the opposite ,4
side of the river. I � ��
The Cedar River Trail is a very important
community amenity, but many participants at the �:
public meetings noted that the trail could be .
improved to increase the number of people who " �
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use the trail and improve the overall safety of the ;�
trail. Pedestrian-scaled lights along the trail could .,. , _
help improve safety and increase the number of ,�, ,
people who use the trail, especially in the�darker � �� � �� '�'
winter months. �� ����� �
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Walkways that connect parking and activity areas �����° �� `� �
should have improved lighting. Priority walkways �'`����� �� ���� �� �" � �
are the access road that extends beyond the City
Center planning area from Liberty Park to Renton "�;� _
Community Center(RCC) and the pedestrian ����`� ��- � � � �
walkway from RCC to the off-leash dog park. The � � °���� �� �
City should also consider increasing the number ;,, �:
of access points to the trail and expanding the trail n�''
to the opposite side of the river.
The City should work to create a � �'a"'
greenway/promenade between the Cedar River .
and N 1St Street (discussed in 2,4).
8.2.1: Improve Cedar River Trail with �y��� � I���I
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additional access points, lights, public
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art, and amenities.
Additional Details: Improving this amenity
will increase the usability and safety of the
traiL CPTED techniques should be used.
Resqonsible Partv: Lead: Community ��„`�.
Services; Suppart: Planning, Public
Works a_- ;4'
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Public Involvement: Work with the '
general public, trail users, and residents to �° -
identify key access points and desired �� �� �'� '�, �� ��,��"` � �� .�
amenities. '� ���` ���'���`'����,� ���
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8,2.2: Create a plan to expand the trail to the opposite side of the river.
Additional Details: See 2.4.1 for details about the greenway
promenade.
Responsible Partv: Lead: Community Services; Support: Planning
Resources: $$$$
Public Involvement: Work with community to develop plan.
Timeframe: Long-term. Dependent an major funding.
8.3 Increase the amount of both passive and ac#ive recreational
greenspace in the City Center.
The City should seek opportunities to increa�:gre�nspace in the Gity Center.
Potential opportunities include extending Burnett Lin�ar Park north to the
Cedar River and implementing the Tri-Park Master Plan (discussed in 3.1.2}.
8.3.1: Initiate a plan to study the feasibility of extending B�rnett Linear
Park from S 5th Street to Houser Way.
Additional Details: Currently, Burnett Linear Park extends frorn'S 6tn
Street to S 5th Stre�t and provides valuable greenspace and a small
playground for the Soutt� Renton community. The City owns the area ta
the north of S 5�h Stt�et, which is currently us�d as a parking lot. The
City should evaluate th�parking demand in this area and determine if
th�re is"enough parking capacity withac�f the existing parking lot. If there
is enough parlring capacity,;th�C'#ty shau{c#cc�nvert this area into a linear
�ark,,extending Burnett Linear Park north from S 5th Street to Houser
Way. lf parking�apacity is a prr�blem in this area, the City should
consider� ccrrrnbi►�afiion of park space and packing areas.
Responsible Parfi1+:`Lead: Community Services;
Support: Transportation, Planning, Economic
Deuelopment(Intergovernmental Relations)
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� Public Involvement: Work with residents, businesses,
' and property owners that use the existing parking lot.
` Timeframe: Mid-term.
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8.3.2: Create a conceptual plan to connect
Burnett Linear Park north to the Cedar ` �--����-�-�--
River.
Additional Details: The City shauld
develop a plan to purchase the BNSF
property between Burnett Place and
Burnett Avenue S and develop an m
extension of Burnett Linear Park north of �.���,�� �� �� ��
S 2nd Street to connect to the Cedar � � a��� a�; �. �
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Responsible Partv: Lead: Community
Services; Support: Planning, Economic
Development{Intergovernmental Bumeft UnearPark�currently ends at S�"
Relations) Str�eet:
Resources: $$$
Public {nvoivement. Work with residents, neighborhood groups,
property owners and the nearby business community to solicit
feedback on the conceptual pian.
Timeframe: Mid-term.
Goal 8 Summary
Protecf, enhance, and irnprove public access to and between the natural
features in the City Center including Lake Washingtor�, the Cedar River, and '
its rnany parks and open spaces.
8.1 Provide a:naturai shcar�{ine on#he Cedar River�nd Lake Washington shorelines.
$.2 Imprvv�th�Cedar River Trail with addit�onal access trails, Eights, public art,and
amenitiss; and as a long-term goal, expand the trail ta the crppc�site sid�of the river.
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While many of the goals, policies, and implementation strategies laid aut in this
community plan may take longer to implement than the 20-year horizon for this plan
and will require additional city resources that currently do not exist, the purpose of
this plan is to lay the framework for City actions to create a vibrant City Center. The
impiementation table on the following pages lists the strategies, who is responsible
far implementing each strategy, the resources required, and the time-frame to
implement the action. This condensed list can be used by the City and cammunity
members to track the progress of this community plan.
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Stakeholders: General Public; Residents; Business stakeholders; Propertv owners; Other Public Actencv
Timeframe: Short-term: 1-3 yrs; Mid-term:4-10 yrs; Lon4-term: 10-20 yrs
Other Related Plans: CP: Comprehensive Plan; PP: Parks Plan; ED: Economic Development Strategy;
TIP: Transportation Improvement Plan; CIP: Capital Improvement Plan; RMC: Renton
Municipal Code; MMP: Museum Master Plan;A&C MP:Arts and Culture Master Plan; UFP:
Urban Forestry Plan
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E�anom�c and Commun�y Qerr�lvpmer�t
1.1.1 Update existing design standards for Lead: Planning $ Yes Residents, Short- RMC
the City Center to ensure new Support: Economic ' Businesses, term
development will fulfill the visicrn. � Property owners
Developmen�,Community
Services
1.1.2 Create cohesive urban d�5ign Le�d: Planning �$ Yes Residents, Short- RMC
standards for the public reafm that Businesses, term
S�upport: Transport�tion, Pro ert owners
include standards for gateway5, p Y
�ommunity Services, '
wayfinding,streelttees,street �{ilities, EC�snomic
lighting,pedestrian-scalsd lighting, pevelopment,!Fire&
landscap�ng,street fumiture,utilities,` ��ergency Services
and public art.
1.1.3 Create a distinctive gateway design; Lead°=Pianning $$ Partia� General Public, Short- RMC
standard to be implemented at key ! Support: Community Residents, term
locations throughout the City Center, ,Services,Transportation, Businesses,
' Economic Development, Property owners
Renton Municipal Arts
Commission
1.1.4 Build on the City's proposed Lead: Economic $$ No Residents, Short-
wayfinding system for powntown and Development Businesses, term
extend it throughout the City Center. Support: Planning, Property owners
Transportation,Community
Services
1.1.5 Work to implement the Lead: Economic $- Partial Renton Municipal On-going A&C
recammendations from the Arts and Development,Renton $�$$ Arts Commission, MP
Culture Master Plan to expand the Municipal Arts Commission General public
presence of art,art activities,and art Support: Planning
facilities in the City Center
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1.1.6 Create a building improvement Lead: Economic $$$ No Businesses, Mid-term
program for buildings within the City Development Property owners,
Center. Financial
Support: Planning, Fire&
Emergency Services institutions
1.1 J Underground utilities as deveiopment Lead: Utilities $$$ Yes Businesses, Mid-term RMC
occurs. Pro ert owners
Support: Planning, p y
Economic Development
1.2.1 Consider adopting an historic �ead: Planning �w$ No General pubiic, Mid-term
preservatian ordinance that would Support: Community Renton Historical
protect significant historic features Services, Renton History Society Board,
throughout the Gity Center. Museum, Economic stakeholders
Development
1.2.2 Coordinate with the Museum Master Lead: Rentan History $ No General public Long- Museu
Plan. Museum term m MP
Support: Economic
Development, Planning
1.3.1 Continue efforts to provide a Lead: Police S� Yes Residents, Short-
coordinated crime prevention Businesses, term
ra ram for powntown and the Cit Support: Economic
p g Y Development,Community Property owners
Center as a whole to address crime Services, Planning, Human
(both real and perceived}. Services
1.3.2 Continue to work with neighborhood Lead: Police $$ Yes Residents, On-going
groups to strengthen community Support: Community Neighborhood
policing and neighborhood crime Services, Economic groups
watch programs to improve the Development,Planning
overall safety(and the perception of
safety)and reduce crime in the City
Center neighborhoods.
1.3.3 Improve pedestrian-scaled lighting Lead: Transportation $$$$ Partial Residents Long-
on streets and trails in the City Support: Community term
Center. Services,Economic
Development, Planning
1.3.4 Continue to implement emergency Lead: Fire&Emergency �$ Yes Residents, On-going
management strategies throughout Services Businesses,
the Gity Center to ensure the area is Property owners
prepared for natural disasters and
other emergencies.
2.1.1 implement the City's Economic Lead: Economic S� Yes Businesses, Short-
Development Strategic Plan Development Property owners, term
Chamber of
Commerce
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2.1.2 Continue to improve incentives to Lead: Economic �$ No Businesses, Short-
encourage investment and Development Property owners term
employment in the City Genter
2.1.3 Continue to support the Renton Lead: Economic :�+ Yes Businesses, On-going
Small Business Development Center. Development SBDC partners
2.1.4 Support business district marketing Lead: Economic �a� Yes Businesses, Mid-term
efforts. Development Property owners
Support: Planning
2.1.5 Consider ways to identify and Lead: Economic S$ Partial Property owners, On-going
promote improved visual appearance Development Residents,Arts
of long-term vacant properties. community,'
Support: Planning,F�enton nonprofits, r
Municipal Arts Commissian
2.1.6 Continue to work to improve regionai Lead: Transportation $$ Yes Regional On-going
transportation access to the regional Suppork; Planning, Employers
employment center,and the City Econornic Developm�nt
Center as a whole.
2.1.7 Determine necessary utilities�nd Lead: Utilities' <� Partial<'Regional On-going
infrastructure to suppart th�e regionai Employers,
Support: Economic
employment centsr,ar�d the City [}�velopment Businesses,
Center as a whole. Property awners
2.1.8 Continue to review parking Lead: Transportation` $-$� Yes General public, On-going
management sttategies. Regional
Support: PlaFlning Employers,
Businesses,
Property owners
2.2.1 Create a downtown Business Lead: �conomic $$ No Businesses, Short-
Improvement District(BID)or Loca1 > Developrrrent Property owners term
Improvemenf{�istrict(LID),or utilize Support: Community
other funding me�hanisms,to help Services
implement the goais and priorities of
businesses in Downtown Renton
2.2.2 Better utilize the Renton Pavifian ` Lead: Community Services N!A Yes N/A On-going
Event Center Support: Economic
Development
2.2.3 Initiate a sidewalk cafe case study Lead: Planning,Economic $ Yes General public Short-
and develop tailored regulations to Development term
encourage sidewalk cafes in
Downtown.
2.2.4 Continue to support community Lead: Community $ Yes Generai public, On-going
events in Downtown. Services,Economic Businesses, Non-
Development profits
Support: Planning
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2.3.1 Consider changing the zoning along Lead: Planning $$ Yes Residents, Mid-term
Park Ave N from Bronson Way N to Businesses,
N 6th Street to allow small-scale, Support: Community Property owners
mixed-use buildings. 5ervices,Economic
Development
2.4.1 Complete an initial conceptual pian Lead: Community Services $ No None in this initial Short- PP
for a greenway!promenade between hase term
the Cedar River and N 15t Street. Support: Planning, p
Transportatian
2.4.2 Consider zaning changes to Lead: Planning $ Residents, Mid-term RMC
properties to ailow for small-scale Businesses,
retail and concessions as a part of Property owners
the pramenade.
2.4.3 Compiete a detailed design and Lead: Community $$$ No General public, Mid-term PP
implementation strategy for the Services,Planning Residents,
greenway/promenade based on the Support: Transportation Businesses,
conceptual design Property owners
2.5.1 Consider initiating a feasibility study Lead: Gommunity Services $$$ No General public Lang-
to select a location for a new City Support: Economic term
Hall in a central locatian in the City Development,Planning
Center
3.1.1 Complete a conceptuai plan for the �ead: Planning, $$ No General pubiic Short- Museu
civic node Community Services term m MP
Support: Economic
Develapment
3.1.2 Implement the Tn-Park Master Plan Lead: Community Services $$$ No No Long- PP
Support: Planning, term
Transportation, Economic
Development
3.2.1 Work with KCLS to ensure that plans Lead: Economic $ Yes No On-going
for the future of Main Renton�ibrary Development
building remains in public use. Support: Community
Services,Planning
4.1.1 Implement a property maintenance Lead: Development $-$$ Yes Residents, Short- RMC
ordinance in the residential areas of Services, Planning Neighborhood term
the City Center Support: Cammunity Groups
Services,City Attorney
4.1.2 Develop self-help guides to assist Lead: Planning, �-$$ No Residents, Short-
property owners with maintenance. Development Services Neighbarhood term
Support: Community Graups
Services
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4.1.3 Pursue the possibi�ity of establishing Lead: Economic $$$ No Banks, Short-
a bank-operated low-interest loan Deve�opment Businesses, term
program to help initiate building Support: Planning, Property owners
improvements. Community Services
4.2.1 Consider rezoning the intact,single- Lead: Planning � Yes Residents, Short- RMC
family area of the South Renton Support: Community , Businesses, term
neighborhood. Services Property owners
4.3.1 Protect edges of single-family areas
by improving design standards for See 1.1.1 <
the transition areas between zones.
4.4.1 Initiate a street tree planting program Lead: Community S�tViCes �$ 'No Residents, Mid-term
in the residential neighborhoods. SuppQrt; Planning Neighborhdiad
Groups
4.4.2 Impiement the City's Urban Forestry Lead: Community Services $- No General public, Mid-term UFP
Plan Support: Planning �$$ Businesses,
Property owners
4.5.1 Perform a needs assessmeni fpr Lead: Community Secvic�s $$ Na Residents, Mid-term
public amenities in each �upport: Planning,Fire& Neighborhood
neighborhood �m,ergency Management, Groups
Economic Development
4.6.1 Incorporate residential streetseape, L��d; Planning $$ No Residents, Mid-term RMC
improvements in the urban design Neighborhood
Support: Transportation, Grou s
standartfs for the pubEie realm p
(Dise�ssed in 1.1.2). �ammunity Services,
Utilities,Economic
� Deuelopment, Fire&
Emergency Services
4J.1 Sign and enforce-truck routes Lead: Police $ Yes No On-going RMC
Support:Transportation,
Fire&Emergency Services
4.7.2 Continue to improve truck routing in Lead: Police; $ Yes No On-going RMC
the City Center Support: Fire&Emergency
Services, Economic
Development,
Transportation
4.7.3 implement tra�c awareness See 6.10.1
strategies on residential streets
4.8.1 Continue to work with the Renton Lead: Planning,Renton NA YeS Renton School On-going
School District to ensure the City School District District to engage
Center is adequately served by pubiic
school facilities
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4.8.2 Continue ta provide the full range of Lead: Human 5ervices $- No Human Services On-going
human services to meet the needs of Support: Planning ��� Committee
all members of the community
4.8.3 Ensure universal design techniques Lead: Planning $- No NA On-going
are utilized throughout the City $;$
Center.
4.8.4 Gontinue to support and promote a Lead: Executive $- Yes NA On-going
diverse population in the City Center. Support: All Departments ���
Ti',�l1S�Ot'�"�101'1
5.1.1 Continue ta coordinate with WSDOT Lead: Transportation $$ Yes No Long-
to ensure through-traffic uses I-445 Support: Economic term
Development,City Council,
Mayor
5.2.1 Prepare a study to evaluate Lead: Tra�sportation $$ No Other Public Long- TIP
alternatives for 5R 900 through Support: Pianning, Agencies, term
Renton. Economic Development Residents,
Businesses,
Property owners
5.2.2 implement initial improvements to Lead: Transportation $$$$ No Other Public �ong- TIP
support re-designating SR 900 Support: Planning, Rgencies, term
through Renton Economic Development Residents,
Businesses,
Property owners
5.3.1 Study potential impacts and Lead: Transportation $$ Yes Businesses, Short- TIP
alternatives for changing truck route 5upport: Police, Economic Property owners, terrn
designation on Park Ave N. pevelopment Truck users
5.4.1 Continue working with an inter- Lead: Transportation $ Yes No Short- TIP;
agency work group to define and Support: Planning term unfund
evaluate the Rapid Ride F-Line bus ed
service.
5.4.2 Expiore the City s transit aptions and Lead: Transportation S$$- No General public, Mid-term
establish a preferred strategy(option Support: Planning, $$�$ Residents,
for BRT, LRT and other transit Community Services Businesses,
strategies for the City,especially Property owners
possible extension north from
Downtown Renton
5.5.1 Explore financial feasibility and Lead: Economic SS No General public, Mid-term
operational needs for a water taxi Development Property owners,
service,facility needs in Renton,and Support:Transportation, KC Metro,
possible routes. Planning,Community Private operators
Services
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5.5.2 Implement recommendations for a Lead: Economic $$$� No General public, Mid-term
Renton water taxi Development Residents,
Support: Transportation, Businesses,
Planning,Legal, Property owners
Community Services
5.6.1 Conduct a feasibility study to Lead: Transportation $$$$ f�p Other Public Long-
determine necessity for and choose Agencies, term
Support: Planning, Residents,
a location for a potential parking Community Servic+�s
garage in the north end of the City Businesses,
Center to support transit,water taxi, F'roperty owners
and other transportation needs
5.6.2 Work with Sound Transit and King Lead: Transportation $$$� No General Public, Long-
County Metro to fund,design,and Support: City Council, Other Public term
construct the parking garage Finance,Planning, Agencies,
Economic Development
6.1.1 Conduct a detailed design study for �ead: Transportafiion $$- No Generai Public, Mid-term,
Park Ave N. $$$ Residents,
Support: Pianning,
Community Services, Businesses,
Economic Development Property owners
6.1.2 implement design for Park Ave N Lead: Transportatian $S$S No General Public, Long-
Support: Econom'sc Residents, term
Development,Plannfng, Businesses,
Financ� Property owners
6.2.1 Conduc#a feasibility study exploring'' Lead: Transportation $$ No General public, Long-
the financial feasibility and ' �up��: Planning, Residents, term
operational needs for a streetcar Econs�mic Development Businesses,
along ParkAvenue N with pote�Gal Property owners,
expansion in the future
6.2.2 Implement the reec�mmendations Lead: Transportation $�$$ No General public Long-
from the streetcar feasfbility study Support: Planning,Legal, term
Administration,Economic
'Development
6.3.1 Develop preliminary design coricepts Lead: Transportation $S$S No Property owners, Short- In Six-
and implementation strategy for Park Support: Economic Potential term Year
A�e N exte�sion Development,Planning, developers TIP
Community Services
6.4.1 Develop study to define Lead: Transportation $$$$ No Other Public Long-
recommended circulation plan with Support: Planning Agencies, term
I-405 widening improvements in Residents,
place Businesses,
Property owners
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6.5.1 Conduct detailed traffic and Lead: Transportation $$$$ No General Public, Phased
circulation analyses for each one- Support: Economic Residents,
way corridor/couplet and select Development,Community Businesses,
preferred action 5ervices,Planning Property owners
6.6.1 Conduct operations and safety Lead: Transportation $$$$ No General Pubiic, Short-
evaluation to define Residents, term
recommendations for each key Support: Planning, Businesses,
intersection Economic Development
Property owners
6.6.2 Design,fund and construct Lead: Transportation $$$$ No General public, Following
intersection impravements Support: Economic Residents, 6.6.1 for
Development Businesses, each
Property owners location
6.7.1 Conduct design,operations and Lead: Transportation $$$$ No General public, Mid-term
safety evaluations to define Support: Community Residents,
recommendations for Civic Node Services, Economic Businesses,
Development Property owners
6.7.2 Design,fund and construct Lead: Transportation, $$$$ No General public. Following
intersection improvements at Civic Economic Development Residents, 6.7.1 for
Node Support: Community Businesses, each
Services Property owners location
6.8.1 Conduct analyses of operations, Lead: Transportation $$ No General public, Short to
safety,and non-motorized needs Residents, mid-term
evaluation to define Businesses,
recommendations for Rainier Ave N Property owners
6.8.2 Design,fund and construct Lead: Transportation, $$$$ Yes General public, Following TIP
improvements on Rainier Ave N Economic Development Residents, 6.8.1
Businesses,
Property owners
6.9.1 Complete anaiyses and document Lead: Transportation $$ Yes Residents, Short to In
recommended concept for improve- Businesses, mid-term current
ments for SlSW 7`n Street between 5upport: Community property owners TIP
Rainier Avenue S and Talbot Road S Services,Planning, King
County Metro
6.9.2 Design,fund and construct Lead: Transportation $$$$ No Residents, Mid-term, TIP
improvements on S/SW 7t''Street Businesses, following
between Rainier Avenue S and Support: Planning,King Property owners 6.9.1
Talbot Road S County Metro, Economic
Development
6.10.1 develop a City-wide traffic Lead: Transportation; $$ Yes General public, Qn-going
awareness program. Support: Fire&Emergency Residents
Services
6.11.1 Establish priority for bicycle Lead: Transportation $ Yes General public Short TIP
improvements consistent with the term
Traiis and Bicycle Master Plan within Support: Planning,
City Center subarea Community Services
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Parks,Oper►�pace,and Recreativn
7.1.1 Continue to work with BNSF,King Lead: Community $S$ No Other public On-going,
County,the Port of Seattle,and The Services,Transportation agency Long-
Boeing Company to ensure the Support: Planning, term
BNSF corridor is preserved and Economic Development
eventually converted to a rail and trail
corridor
7.1.2 Continue to work with the Port of Lead: Community $$$ No 4ther public Mid-term
5eattie and King County on providing Services,Transportation agency
rail and trail access in the northem Support: Planning, <
area of the City Center,near Coulon Economic Developrnent
Park and Lake Washington Blvd
7.1.3 Create a conceptual pian and Leacl:=Community Services $$$ No Residents, Short- PP
implement a streetscape design for a Suppcart: Planning, Businesses, term
trail on Houser Way from Burnett to Economic DevelQpment, Property owners
I-405 Transportation
7.1.4 Implement the City's Trails and See plan for detaiis
Bicycie Master Plan
7.2.1 Continue to work with key property Cead: Commur�ity S�rvices $$�$ No Key Property Long- PP
owners(The Boeing Company)to owners term
�Upport: Transpartation,
pursue opportunities to provide a trail p��nning,Economic
connection between Coulon Park p��e��p��nt
and the Geda�River Traii.
8.1.1 Create a plan for the Cedar River Lead: Surface Waier; �$ No General public, Mid-to PP
and the Lake Washington shorelines Cnmmunity Services Residents, long-term
that balances the goals of ecalc�gical Businesses,
restoration with public access and , Supp4rt: Planning, Property owners
community development Economic Development
8.2.1 Improve Cedar Rive�`Trail with Lead: Community Services $$$ No General public, Mid-term PP
additional access points,lights, 5upport: Planning,Public Residents,
public art,and amenities. Works
8.2.2 Greate a plan to expand the trail to ' Lead: Community Services $$S$ No General public Long- PP
the opposite side of the river. ` Support: Planning term
8.3.1 Initiate a plan to study the feasibility Lead: Community Services $$ No Residents, Mid-term PP
of extendring Bumett Linear Park Support:Transportation, Businesses,
from S 5 Street to Houser Way p�anning,Economic Property owners
Development
8.3.2 Create a conceptual plan to connect Lead: Community Services $�$ No Residents, Mid-term PP
Burnett Linear Park north to the Support: Economic Neighborhood
Cedar River Development,Planning Groups,
Businesses,
Property owners
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`�` � Actic�n Strategy
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The past two decades have seen dramatic changes in Renton's
City Center. The City's commitment to the Downtown and new
grawth in ather parts of the City Center make it one of the liveliest
and well-balanced urban centers in south King County. These �
accomplishments leave Renton paised to address future
challenges and opportunities, which pramise to be just as
dramatic as those of the past 20 years. This community plan is a
modest first step taward a more in-depth effort that will require
significant engagement between the City and its partners in the
business community and the neighborhoods, amang others,
which will help Renton achieve its vision. �I � p^
�
In order to implement the vision of this community plan, the City
and community should focus on the following four elements: � _�,���� �� �
• Creating a vibrant Downtown. � "�'"�� �`;� �� ?
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• Protecting and enhancing the residential neighborhoods. `""`�����`' � `�
• Connecting activities and attractions within the City Center. e.�
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• Taking advantage of the emerging opportunities related to `� '
regional transportation. �,�g+lll � �;�I� ,, �
Within these four elements is a broad spectrum of activities that
the City and its partners can initiate. All of the implementation .
strategies set forth in this plan are important, but focusing on
these four concepts will have the greatest transfarmational impact
on the City Center. '�'
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Focusing energy Downtown and creating a place where people
want ta spend time will help make the rest of the City Center a
more attractive place where people want to live, work, learn, and �"
,��'""��,��4;�������i��'1�I�yiuw��;�� '
play. As discussed in this plan, the City should focus on the �`k ���+� ��t '�+��+'
P� M
following actions for Dawntown:
• Establishing an LID or BID(or other funding mechanism)for
Downtown businesses for physical improvements, parking � �;-" � #
strategies, security, community events, and marketing programs
• Improve safety
• Expand wayfinding program
• Support events that draw people to Downtown such as the
Farmers Market,the arts, Holiday Lights, and IKEA Renton
River Days. Add additional activities at the Renton Pavilion
Event Center
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Cit�� Cerrter C�mrn�rt€ty ����€�� �Qg
Cha�ter :� � �
��hanci�g �tesident�al �teoghborhoads
The residential neighborhoods in the City Center should cantinue
c,� ta be supported and enhanced ta ensure there is a strong, stabie
"� residentiai populatian in the City Center. The following
1 ���� � neighborhood improvement actions and programs should be
i�'� � pursued:
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{ . Initiate traffic awareness program
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�� ���_.�-� ° o� �� � � . Initiate a tree planting program
; ������,��������,� �� . Implement small-scale street and park improv�ments
Cf�mpl8x�t'�t15pf�1�8tit)tt • Provide assistance programs for home improvements and
Ch8!!@t7geS i�the k��'sf4/t�U€� establishment of a maintenance ordinance
S�t,l�C1 f�dBV�lcipt,��t S�'�#8�y,
,����������,�BJ�� . Expand block watch program
���g�Y f���'����`�����'S�� • Update development regulations
Ge�t�r; is crificat
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Currently, the City Center is not wrell-connected,making it difficult
to get from one place to another to enjoy the amenities in the C€ty
Center. Improving connectivity and access'in the City Center will
be critical to make it� rrror�vibrant and livable area, including
pedestrian, bike, transit, and�tehicular imprav�ments. The
improvements on Park Avenue North, including �'potential
streetcar,wil#be critical to improve connectivity in'the City Center.
�'�°����a��a�ic�� ����
Transportation is a l�eystone issue to the success of this
community plan, irt�luding enhancing regional access, serving
local activities,�r mitigating conges#ian and traffic safety impacts.
Implementatior�of the transportatic�n actions, in particular, is
complicated because they are often dependent upon the activities
of other agencies antl'organizations such as WSDOT, Sound
Transit, majar etnployers, and BNSF. It is also complicated by
the fact that actions by these agencies all impact each other in
different ways. The City should undertake the City Center
transportation ptans that prepare it to engage other agencies and
organizations as they undertake their actions. Such plans may
include:
• Comprehensive study of how changes to I-405 interchanges,
SR-900, and the one-way streets would work together.
• Exploration of highway designation and arterial improvement
options, including alternative truck routes
• Evaluation of preferred BRT and LRT routes
• Parking and access strategies, including evaluation of parking
structure options for the northern part of the City Center
110 City of Renton
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• Evaluation of internal circulation aptions including
reconfiguration of one-way streets and addressing circulation
around the MainlPark/Bronson node
• Identification of preferred BNSF track configuration
• Implications of future land use changes, especially
redevelopment of large industrial sites
• Recommendations on the interface between travel modes
(i.e. between Sound Transit and a streetcar ar between
bicyclists and King County Metro)
• Discussion of a water taxi and incorporatian of existing
feasibility studies identification af other intersection and
roadway improvements
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Implementing this plan will be an on-gaing process that will take
the vigilance of City staff, residents, property owners, employers,
and employees. Formally designating a body to oversee this plan
will be an important factor in ensuring implementation. The body
should be empowered to have oversight of the implementation,
including monitoring and evaluating the progress of
implementation. The body should be made up of key community
stakeholders. If these key stakeholders are successful at
implementing the steps laid out in this community plan, the City
Center will be a vibrant, attractive place ta live, to work, and to
enjoy.
The recommended form of oversight is a Community Plan
Stewardship Committee (Committee)that consists of residents,
small business owners, large business representatives, property
owners, social service organizations and non-profit groups, and
at-large community members. The Committee will meet a few
times a year to review the progress of implementation of the plan.
The main responsibility of the Committee will be to prioritize the
strategies within the plan and to ensure the City takes action on
these priorities. Based on these priorities, the Committee will
make recommendations to City departments on their annual work
plans, budget allocations, Capital Improvement Program, and
Transportation Improvement Program. The Committee will make
formal recommendations on the key work items and related
budgets to the City Council once a year.
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A portion of the City Center is a designated regional growth
center{see map below). As part of the mandatory certificatian
and consistency review of designated centers, the City is
obligated to address and respond to the Centers evaluation and
criteria as shown in Appendix B.
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• Community Meetings
o July 29, 2009— North Downtown Renton Neighborhood
o August 12, 2009—South Downtown Renton Neighborhood
• Business Stakeholder Meetings
o September 2, 2009 and September 18, 2009
� Public Open Houses
o October 17, 2009 at Renton High School
o November 12, 2009 at Renton History Museum
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North Downtown Renton
Neighborhood Picnic Interview Results
July 29, 2009
The following goals, objectives, ideas, and comments are a summary of input during the July 29
picnic interviews. (Subject to community review)
Neighborhood Quality and Character �,,�� ����L�
A. Maintain the North Renton Neighborhood's social cohesiveness,
quality of life, and identity. -�,
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A.1 Promote locally owned businesses. ,�`_t�:;.�,,�=� �---
A.2 Enhance views of the neighborhood from the highway. �� -�,,
A.3 Encourage "active living" homes that fit the neighborhood
scale.
A.4 Hold more picnics. j,��,;'�` �i1�„ ���� �'���
A.5 Plant appropriate street trees. �'�`��'�"`"`�"' ���'
B. Retain North Renton's small scale, generally single-family
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character. ''�
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6.1 Restrict buildings over two stories to arterial streets.
B.2 Allow accessory dwelling units and detached accessory
dwelling units on appropriate lots.
B.3 Take steps to fix up and retain single-family homes. ��'�'����-� � '
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Safety, Security, and Maintenance �
C. Ensure pedestrian safety. °
C.1 Provide better street lighting and lighting along the riverwalk.
C.2 Keep parks safe. Address homelessness in parks.
C.3 Prevent fights and rowdy behavior near bars. �Q�� ��
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C.4 Control dogs being walked (maybe institute a muzzle
ordinance). �,--��!'` �
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D. Prevent housing stock deterioration and illegal behavior.
D.1 Enforce the code for boarding houses. ���,� "�
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D.2 Fix up abandoned houses and ensure absentee landlords
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maintain their properties.
Land Use and Code Enforcement
E. Ensure that land use regulations are enforced to
produce pedestrian-oriented mixed-use development
as envisioned in the North Renton Plan.
E.1 "The Landing" should have been more pedestrian �� ���"�` ���'�
friendly.
E.2 Tighten variance requirements. '
E.3 Establish zoning for Park Avenue (up to 8th or 10`n
Street on the north). Emphasize
commercial/residential mixed-use with height
restrictions.
E.4 Prohibit drive-throughs.
E.5 Require places for children in large
developments like "The Landing." , ��� ��
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E.6 Encourage local services (such as a grocery store). �a,.� �'fi��"�`�
Transportation �,�� �
F. Calm traffic in the residential neighborhood.
F.1 One-way streets.
F.1.a Remove one-way streets (2 comments).
F.1.b Keep one-way streets (2 comments). �, �4��.. �/�l,t�tt�,
F.2 Add traffic-calming measures. �`� �� ����
�nd `�_
F.2.a Try chicanes, like on Genesee near Rainier Avenue, on ' �
Wells between Second and Third Streets. --- �/
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F.2.b Calm Williams. `��`''°
F.2.c Provide crosswalks at Third and Fourth Streets.
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F.2.d Slow traffic on Pelly between Third and Fourth Streets.
F.2.e Remove traffic calming device at Fourth
and Garden. Would rather go straight through. �
F.2.f Lights and traffic calming on Riverside Drive. ���� xf"��-' `� fi'��
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F.3 Keep trucks out of North Renton with better signage. Third, _z����r� ��p ��-����,�y�,�
Fourth, and Williams are not truck routes. ,��d }�
F.4 Provide better directional signage.
Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources -�'��;�, ���,r�,�
G. Improve parks and recreation facilities and programs.
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G.1 Connect the river to Coulon Park (Shoreline
Trail) (3 comments).
G.2 New dog park is good, but water access would be
nice.
G.3 An interactive water fountain in City Center 1� (1`���na... �
(downtown). �"�'
G.4. A marina (public or private)with a restaurant on the = 1�
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G.5 Desired park improvements are:
G.5.a Bigger swings.
G.5.b More ice cream trucks.
G.5.c More bike lanes and trails.
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G.5.d More recycle bins in public areas. ���Z(���;�-�` ��'�`?�-����:4:
G.6 Construct a waterfront promenade on both sides of the river. °� �'� �"���°� r����
jUJ ta�?°dti%tr,tX� an src�Li
G.7 Public should be able to use the stadium during the day. ``��°""'�`�'`�
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H. Improve the natural habitat, especially along the Cedar River. �,.
H.1 The area between The Landing and North Renton could be �.' ,µ
a park/wildlife refuge area.
H.2 Naturalize the river and save wildlife (3 comments).
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South Downtown Neighborhood Meeting Results
August 12, 2009
The following goals, objectives, ideas, and comments are a summary of input during the July 29
picnic inferviews.
1. Im rove Downtown's economic vitalit and civic identit . �"����
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• Attract business from local neighborhoods, The Landing, �,
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� and the region to keep businesses healthy. ( � � �� �'f�„��` �����
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• Improve advertising. ,.�- � y ,
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• Look at other successful cities. --- ��`-'f`
• Find friends to implement programs.
• Add amenities and businesses to Downtown. .�`�'°""¢� =�-....�.,
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• Add more bike racks and landscaping. _ �-dri��, t ��.,��;��t�c.� ��pk���
• Add a quality grocery. �� 3�� ���
• Improve wayfinding (maps and signs). '`�� -�� �'
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• Make Tobin Street commerciaL � �� � :
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• Open the Farmers Market finrice a week. i �
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• Leverage the Events Center. '� �� w.f-���
• Allow/promote more events.
• Make terms more flexible. ���,� �����
2. Reduce crime in City Center. � ��
• Establish a strategic approach to community policing. ��� ���I�
• Create a better community to reduce crime. ���►� �.
3. Improve the perception and appearance of City Center. �--' ����;;�
• Add cleanup programs. �� �,��� �,����t� ,, �����
• Require property maintenance by absentee landlords. _���,f�-f�. ��. r�����'�j,�-�,�
• Change the perception of City Center. r'�� �� '�.:^�� �r�
• Survey residents to identify perceptions and issues. ;��`��;��S�r�c�� �,ri��;.
• Initiate an integrated campaign to change conditions
and the perception of conditions. �� � ' �-
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• Maintain the train tracks.
4. Improve communication between the City and its citizens.
City Center f�c�G�4g��-,�_,��E ��,;, �fan: ��rer�c�i� � � .��.,..,�.F�w .��.� �� �,� �
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• Identify what needs to be done to improve City Center and
then educate people on how to accompiish that. _
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• Establish a more accessible City/community calendar of � �- ���; �'�
,�� �i ar r�.�r , c��r�s
events. ���,',� � .:�������=�
5. Add neighborhood programs and improvements to rr � �� ��' �
increase livability. z�; �y�� �;�
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• Enlarge the organic farming program to include �,7 '����;
education.
• Develop a community center in South Renton. (This
could be in the Post Office, if it closes.)
• Build an elementary and middle school in City Center to
serve families with children. �;;��, �, �,.,!� '•,�,�,���
• Add educational programs to teach green technologies. ��'�_ �����-���'�'�-� �'��=�`�;:�`'�'��
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• Establish a P-Patch in South Renton. �wr��. ��
• Initiate a self-help tree planting program.
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6. Monitor and, if necessary, improve the environmental
t�
quality.
• Check on air quality, especially near the Transit Center
and congested areas.
• Switch to cleaner buses if necessary.
7. Improve transportation and access in the short and long
term.
• Improve the street network. xr�t��`;;�„�,;;�_��,,� --��
• Establish a north-south boulevard on Logan, Burnett, ���+�!?`� � ��
and Talbot. ,� ` ,
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• Establish a new exit off Talbot. � r i, _�`��-�
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• Connect SR 515 to Logan, then to Sunset . ;�,,,r���x it�tr�
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8. Explore creative ideas.
• Open the mine as a visitor destination.
• Create a mural program for City Center(youth artists?).
9. Focus on connections in the City Center.
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Downtown Business Workshop Notes
September 2, 2009
Summarv of Kev Issues Discussed:
• Downtown's perception is critical — it appears to be improving.
• Marketinp—keep at it, constantly re-evaluate. Work at attracting artist.
• Activities—keep existing and provide more activities to draw more people into downtown.
• Concentration of active storefronts—work to fill in dead spots downtown to create a critical
mass of energy and interest.
• Tvpes of businesses/uses downtown are critical.
• Fa�ade improvements and propertv maintenance are key to downtown's image and
character.
• More housina and office uses downtown will support more and better retail.
Good Thinqs About the Citv Center:
• Piazza is great.
• Movie niahts are good.
• Farmers market adds vitality. Add more events.
• Historic buildinqs.
• Walkabilitv.
• Pockets of ener4v, which should be further concentrated and expanded.
• Cedar River/River walk.
• Restaurants are good, a key draw.
• Seahawks have helped—in terms of Renton's reputation and some spill-over business
downtown.
• Parking at Landing
• Players eating out downtown
• Players participating locally
• Improvina residential areas:
• Merrill Gardens/residential area: Welcome gift bags, coupons, maps, etc.
• Residents walk to river, transit center, market, neighborhood.
• There have been no complaints from Merrill Gardens pedestrians.
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• Transit access is good —continue and enhance.
• Downtown's location and accessibilitv.
Thinqs That Need Improvement:
• Pedestrian/auto safety problems:
• 3�d and Burnett: Pedestrian experience/safety is terrible; unsafe and enforcement
(lights) is lacking; candidate for"all walk."
• Post office exit is a problem.
• Pedestrian was hit at Burnett/2"d/Burnett Place. Should be better marked?
• Poor properry maintenance and dirty streets, ever expanding blackberry patches
• Could use more offices in the downtown core
• Not as many lunch folks; midday foot traffic is minimal.
• Many businesses come here for lower costs.
• Negative things:
• Salvation Army Thrift Store: There is garbage in the parking lot, especially over the
weekend.
• Downtown lacks energy. There is no draw in the evening.
• Need an anchor/draw.
• Downtown has an urban feeling, but it is missing amenities.
• Lacks a niche to make it special.
• Other areas are more concentrated. Downtown is spread out. IYs a big area.
• Owners with vision and long-term commitment are needed.
Kev Concerns for Business Communitv:
• "Perception" of crime at transit center
• Not everyone agrees that crime is a problem there— but all acknowledge that the
center's perception by some as a dangerous area is a challenge.
• Street lights are a safety concern.
• Some businesses should not be in downtown.
• Transit center?
• Telephone company?
• Cheap comes with expectation that are not necessarily good— need to raise the bar.
Suqqestions & Considerations:
• Need a place that draws artists.
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• Many compared Renton to Georgetown, Greenwood, and Columbia City—thinking that
Renton is next in line considering housing costs, historic downtown, location..
• Costs tie into this.
• Feed off artist energy.
• Need activities to draw people in.
• Loss of the dinner train is a challenge.
• Need more events or former events brought back.
• Poker, an art walk, or a car show would equal foot traffic and be good, a great big
improvement.
• City support of the farmers market is good. (More energy.)
• More and better wav findina:
• Posters/kiosks that show you are here, location of restaurants, shops, etc.
• More residential development is key:
• Considering the loading/unloading needs for residential.
• Currently, delivery and moving trucks block alleyways; not good for deliveries.
• Enhance the connection to The Landinq: Consider small buses to The Landing and a
dedicated pedestrian route.
• E-letter: Expand to all Renton Valley businesses.
• Transit Center suaaestions:
• Publicize the transit center as the way to come and shop.
• Create a critical mass around the Town Center.
• Cultural corridor: Create/build on existing (artists-in-residence, IKEA Performing Arts, etc.).
• Coordinate more at performance.
• Improve downtown's imaqe and walkabilitv:
• Would like a consistent streetscape in the long term.
• Main shopping area is at S. 3�d and Wells.
• Pedestrian-friendly storefronts.
• What draws people in, which businesses?
• Office use is good, but how to present to the pedestrian experience?
• Consistent look in downtown.
• Some buildings are not so good —need fa�ade improvements.
• Market the downtown better:
• Create the image that downtown is good/fun/vital.
• People are not marketing themselves.
• Curve card Q� know at what offering.
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• Image change: The Landing, not necessarily"ahead of the curve."
• Has not changed number of customers or profile.
• Identify why people come. It needs to be an experience.
• The City could offer incentives to put up weather protection over sidewalks.
• Businesses hours on main streets - should be open during the day (40 hours per week).
• More business diversitv:
• Yogurt and cupcakes are good.
• A drugstore would be nice.
• Promote buildinq improvements: If improvements are made, rents can be raised (recent
building improvements prove this).
• Upzone downtown? Lynnwood, for example allows for 20+ story buildings— but is that a
good idea?
• Conversion of one-wav streets to two wavs?
• Better signing of one-way streets.
• Two-way would decrease traffic flow.
• Volume is good; unsure at reroutes.
• Bottleneck at 405; may defer[??!]
Other Related Topics
• What makes other similar areas (Old Bellevue/Madison) successful?
• Home ownership ratio
• Demographics.
• Living in downtown is good.
• Buildings need TLC = f� occupied.
• Businesses need niche market.
• Businesses must be pedestrian-friendly.
• Foot traffic.
• Attractive streetscape
• Shopping habits have changed.
• Parking is not an issue; there is plenty.
• Downtown is a different experience.
• Need key businesses to balance departures.
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Comments emailed from Jolene Bernard:
There is amazing work being done in the heart of our city to help people in need. Our
downtown non-profits are providing clothing and school supplies for parents who can barely
afford to put food on the table, mentors and counseling for kids whose chifdhoods are stolen by
abuse and neglect, bridges to help diverse neighbors find common ground, and many, many
more vital services.
As downtown Renton charts its future, I would love to see increased visibility of this work. Every
business—old and new—should know whaYs going on down the street and should be kept up-
to-date on opportunities to volunteer, promote, and support this work. Much of this
responsibility lies with the non-profits working more closely to promote themselves and show
how our services complement each other at places like the farmers market and block parties.
Perhaps we could do a joint marketing piece that shows the continuum of services.
There are many ways that the city can increase our visibility, too (and forgive me if I'm
mentioning something you're already doing—I'm still learning about that). For example:
• Remind people in tax notices to give back to non-profits because the government can
only do so much
• Include volunteering information with new business licenses
• Publish an events calendar of the local fundraising scene
• Remind non-profits to send volunteering and board opportunities to post on the city
website
• Make our economic statistics more prominent—the number of people in town who work
for them, our purchasing power, etc.
Our community is only as strong as our ability to work together to solve problems. The mix of
businesses and non-profits in downtown Renton gives us a unique chance to do better.
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Business Leaders Meeting Notes
September 18, 2009
• Positive items:
• The City is good to work with.
• Like the people in Renton.
• Would like a "vision"for how the city will look:
• A good example is Boeing's fence and landscaping.
• Cohesive landscaping, lights.
• Visual identity.
• Covington mandated a certain "look."
• Bellevue has a "persona," identity.
• The Landing has improved the quality of life for Boeing employees.
• Trying to get to The Landing is too difficult; it is a maze. Could use good signage, way-
finding.
• Change one-way streets to make it easy to navigate City Center.
• Roads are not user-friendly.
• Redmond has signage.
• The Park and Logan dead-end reduces connectivity and is unsightly.
• Crime: Need safety for people to invest in the city.
• Employee access/connectivity is important for Paccar and Boeing.
• Traffic flow is important.
• Link to light rail and other transit in the region.
• Need direct routes.
• Identify key employers and assess their needs:
• Parking, transportation, etc.
• Perception is important in recruiting employees and businesses.
• Promote the city. [Alex: The City has been doing some promotion, N ads.]
• Should the City focus on transit connections to:
• Bellevue?
• The airport?
• Seattle?
• Internal connections?
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• The City should:
• Connect to Bellevue and Seattle.
• Start with internal connections?
• Get people to the businesses!
• One-way streets were laid out to manage Boeing traffic. This could be changed, but many
people like one-ways; many people do not like one-ways.
• Parking is an issue.
• Some people-think it is an issue.
• Some people think it is NOT an issue.
• Need to advertise parking (signage).
• Need to connect commercial nodes with good corridors and way-finding.
• Who are the customers for City Center? We should do a study so we can then serve those
customers with transit, etc.
• Auto retailers.
• Think the market is better from Seattle. Should connect to Seattle with transit.
• Rarely get people from Bellevue, except Cadillac and GM dealers.
• McLendon's pulls from smaller areas more.
• Need to introduce people to Renton to change their perception.
• Very little traffic congestion compared to Seattle, Bellevue, etc.
• The City did a promotion on the Training Camp.
• A lot of employees come from outside Renton. Transportation and traffic are key issues.
• Unique features:
• The airfield.
• The river running through City Center.
• Could the city have a water taxi?
• Relationship with neighborhoods:
• Paccar sometimes has noise and traffic complaints due to trucks, but it tries to work with the
community.
• Boeing sometimes has noise complaints.
• These are challenges, but they want to be good corporate citizens and address complaints.
• Well-designated truck routes would help.
• Form an auto association.
• One-ways are a problem.
• Location is right in the center of EVERYTHING.
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• The City is business-friendly, which is SO important. Businesses welcomed with open arms.
• Interim surtace parking would help. It could eventually be redeveloped.
• The downtown parking problem is more one of perception.
• There is a traffic difference between south and north Renton. Coming into Renton from the
south is BAD.
• Grady and Rainier have bad traffic.
• The north end is not as bad.
• The new interchange and new Rainier design should help with congestion. Use the same
design for other City Center streets: same lights, landscaping, etc.
• What are the plans for land use?
• Areas within City Center need a clear identity:
• Where is the entertainment district?
• Where is the shopping district?
• The education system needs improvement.
• Land use designation and zoning are fantastic. Likes that it will not change.
• Need to reach out to Puget Sound Energy. Need to make sure can have high-tech.
• An Event Center would be great!
• Renton has done well with parks and open space, but access and connectivity need to be
better.
• Pedestrian and bicycle links need to be improved.
• The train tracks were never purchased, so Burlington Northern still owns them.
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EC2. Enhance the regionai retait cluster by:
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coardinated marketing with signage standards
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EC3.Address crime and maintenance issues
EC4.Institute building improvement incentives
ECS.Fiyc up and reuse railroad right-of-way
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streetscape improvements
EC7.Better utilize the event center(more activities)
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oriented towa�d the Cedar River
EC10.ParkAvenue North connecting The La�ding to Oowntown
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EC11.Protect and enhance single-family residerttial neighborhoods to ensure these areas can help
support the economic development of City Center.(See afso Neighbarhoods N4-6}.
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EC12. Integrete and coalesce the North Mixed-Use Area(inGuding the Landing)to ensure it develops
into a cohesive,connected area.
.�► Connect City Center
EC13.Connect Downtown,The�.anding,a�d Coulon Park with pedestrian,bike,transit,and
streetscape connectians in an"amenity spine"that unifies and expands the identity of all three
areas and City Center as a who{e.
Enhance gateways entering City Center
T14. Provide more attractive entries into City Center with signage and gateway features.
T15.Improve downtown's visability fram outside the Gity Center
T16.Complete wa�nding system through signage and maps
�� Create a node to focus civic facilities, enhance identity, and connect City Center
EC14.Coordinate Liberty Park,the Library,the Rento�History Museum,and Cedar River as a key
node far City Center. The node should highlight and make visible this concentration of civtc
activities and emphasize that this is a critical crossroads connecting north and sauth Ciry
Center.
T24. tmprove streets,intersections,and wayfinding at this node to enhance multimodal circulation
at this critical crossroads.
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City Center Community Plan
Economic and Community Development
Comment Form — RESULTS
%of total responses
Great
idea! Okay Bad idea Not sure
EC1 Support the regional employment center by
improving regional transportation access, serving 61% 33% 0 6%
employees' and employers' needs, and providing
necessary utilities and infrastructure
EC2 Enhance the regional retail cluster by:
• Improving identity, appearance, and circulation
• Consolidating and coordinating uses g$% 21% 0 11%
• Enhancing and coordinating auto dealerships
with more consistent landscaping and exploring
coordinated marketing with signage standards
EC3 Address crime and maintenance issues in 910�o g% 0 0
downtown
EC4 Institute building improvement incentives in 950�0 5% 0 0
downtown
EC5 Fix up and reuse railroad right-of-way 80% 15% 0 5%
EC6 Create a Business Improvement District (BID) in
downtown to organize for joint marketing, 82% 12% 0 6%
parking, property improvements, and streetscape
improvements
EC7 Better utilize the event center(more activities) 70% 20% 5% 5%
EC8 Enhance and provide space for small-scale, local 370�0 26% 32% 5%
retail on South Tobin Street
EC9 Enhance and provide space for small-scale, local
retail on the north side of 1St St with a greenway/ 42% 32% 5% 21%
promenade south of N 1St St
EC10 Enhance and provide space for small-scale,
mixed-use, local retail on Park Avenue North 62% 29% 10% 0
connecting The Landing to Downtown.
EC11 Protect and enhance single-family residential
neighborhoods to ensure these areas can help 750�0 15% 5% 5%
support the economic development of City Center
(See atso Neighborhoods N4-6).
20 N�� City of Rer��or,
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Great
idea! Okay Bad idea Not sure
EC12 Integrate and coalesce the North Mixed-Use Area
(including the Landing)to ensure it develops into 70% 20% 0 10%
a cohesive, connected area.
EC13 Connect Downtown, The Landing, and Coulon
Park with pedestrian, bike, transit, and
streetscape connections in an "amenity spine" 91% 9% 0 0
that unifies and expands the identity of all three
areas and City Center as a whole.
EC14 Coordinate Liberty Park, the Library, the Renton
History Museum, and the Cedar River as a key
node for City Center. The node should highlight
and make visible this conecentration of civic 81% 13% 6% 0
activities and emphasize that this is a critical
crossroads connecting north and south City
Center.
Other ideas we may have missed:
• Number EC2: Yes, auto dealerships are an eyesore.
� Number EC6: (Marked "Not Sure.") Chamber
• Number EC11: Follow through.
• Number EC11: We need to keep the historical feel.
• Number EC14: Nice idea, but these four items don't create a critical crossroads.
• No bad ideas in the bunch!
• Put something in place to get the DTR landlords to be more involved.
• I think the Event Center was a lost opportunity to have built a larger piazza. We did not
need another meeting place; we have enough already.
• Provide incentives that encourage preservation of historic and near-historic buildings to
ensure Renton's streetscape has a distinctive character.
• Better utilize public art to enhance the streetscape.
• How can the theatres work together to create more energy and synergy?
• A round-about would be a great idea here!
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enforce exis6ng ��, i a-�� ; ■ �.
codes in `� N AII�Ol�W8)/ �■ s�i�s y�#■ 11�4'♦ �•
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sponso�ed traffic ' � � Q par� /'���libeRy � �.. � 1
catming program � � —� \ rn � ��j� Park ;� �., cCf
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transportefiqri�r perks and open spacg.
�'�� Improve safety(and perceptian of safety) in residential areas and Downtown
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:.•: N1.Strengthen community poficing and neighbarhoad crime watch programs
N2. improve pedestrian scaled lighting
improve the connections within City Center
N3. Incarporate pedestrian-oriented signage/wa�nding to better connect areas within City Center
• ■ ■ � T4. Improve Park Ave N as a key pedestrian connection between Coulon Park,The Landing,North
Renton Cornmuniry,Downtown,and South Renton Community with sidewalks, landscaping,and
other amenities
� Tra�c calming and streetseape improvements
T5. Implement the City's traffic calming program on residential streets and improve residential
streetscapes with landscaping,street trees,sidewalks,etc.
T13. Evaluate necessity and benefits of the one-way streets within City Center and consider
redesigning ta two-way streets for better circulation and access.
Retain single-family character of residential areas in City Center
N4. Implement a property maintenance ordinance to ensure the housing stock is maintained and
codes are enforcement in residential areas
N5.Consider rezoning South Renton neighbarhood to single famAy zoning to ensure single-family
neighborhood remains intact.
N6.Establish measures(such as setbacks,buffers, landscape screening,height restrictions,etc.yto
protect edges of single-�amily areas from adjacent develapment.
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Neighborhoods
Comment Form - RESULTS
%of total res onses
Great
Idea! Okay Bad Idea Not Sure
N1 Strengthen community policing and
neighborhood crime watch programs to improve 780�0 22% 0 0
the overall safety (and perception of safety) in the
neighborhoods and City Center as a whole
N2 Improve pedestrian scaled lighting 72% 28% 0 0
N3 Incorporate pedestrian-oriented signage/
wa�nding to better connect areas within City 61% 33% 0 6%
Center
N4 Implement a property maintenance ordinance to
ensure the housing stock is maintained and 65% 29% 0 6%
codes are enforcement in residential areas
N5 Consider rezoning the intact, single-family area of
the South Renton neighborhood to single-family 61% 17% 6% 17%
zoning to ensure the single-family neighborhood
remains intact.
N6 Establish measures (such as setbacks, buffers,
landscape screening, height restrictions, etc.)to 650�0 2Q% 6% 0
protect edges of single-family areas from
adjacent development
Other ideas we may have missed:
• Number N1: Already exists, but is very important!
• Number N1: Already in place.
• Number N6: Incorporate art or sculptures in rock barriers.
• Connect The Landing with downtown sector.
• Revoke the 24-hour limit to street parking.
• Lights on Cedar River Trail.
• Implement a trolley between downtown and The Landing.
• Slow traffic by wqy of traffic circtes and other methods.
• Add round-abouts to increase flow and wayfinding.
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• I'm concerned that by restricting multi-family zoning, it may decrease some of the socio-
economic diversity that adds a lot of character and vibrancy to our neighborhoods.
• Purchase rental properties, convert to single-family(remove, re-build, or remodel), and sell
to new single families using CDBG funds to encourage single-family ownership.
• Another parking garage on the City property across from the museum.
• Method of transportation between The Landing and downtown—trolley (like the SLUT)!
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provide a trail ` St s 2nd St J y Q�i� o s Ce PaY�t v� t
connection to the �'La� � y q �
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diet along Raini�r `�._ t..�• <I:,..�,•+••"• . .
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= j, ,,,�°' � °c .`� designation ttom Park
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and traffic flow al ' �,v��. � �, �z d �
intersections � �Cz� � '' � a,
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features at key �__"��-_. ,��''el�d��+1Ci�Yk.i: .�; � °' "
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and pedesVian 1, ¢
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or Light Raii line 3 � �- i j � line and identify
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Pedestrian and Bi�ycle {mpravements
_._.... Existing bike lane
�-� -� Proposed bike lane
T1. Increase bike connections within City Center and to existing recreational facilities,according to
the City's Trails and Bicycle Master Plan
Existing Trail
� � Propased Trail
TZ. Increase muifiuse trails within City Center according to the City's Trails and Bicycle Master Pian.
---»�» T3.As a long term goai,provide a connection between the Cedar River and Couion Park and to the
Green River Trail and the Lake-to-Sound Trail
■;�• Key pedestrian connaction
T4, Improva this raute as a key pedestrian connection batween Coulon Park,The Landing, North
Renton,Downtown,and South Renton with sidewalks,landscaping,wa�nding,and other
amenities.
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T5. Initiate a City sponsored traffic calming program on residential st�eets and improve residential
streetscapes wiih landscaping,street trees,sidewalks,etc.
Transit Cmpravements
-- - Identify preferred route for future BRTILRT line
T6.Wark with all appropriate agencies and departments to identify a preferred route far a future Bus
Rapid Transit and/or Light Rail line to best serve City Center
.�.._�.. Consider future streetcar line and identify appropriate route
T7.Consider a streetcar line along Park Ave N connecting Goulon Park,The Landing, Downtown,
and the Transit Center.
Preserve train tracks as rail and trail corridor
T8.Preserve and maintain the train tracks as a rail and treil carridor that could include a future
transit iine and a future multiuse trail.
(�i Pursue possibility of future water taxi
T9.Pursue possibility of a future water taxi to connect Renton to east Lake Washington cities such
as Bellevue,Kirkland,and/or Seattle.
� Consider buildi�g a public parking garage
T10.Consider building a public parking garage in coordinatian with Sound Transit that could be used
as a park and ride facility for future BRT/LRT and for commercial uses in north Center City.
�� a- Take advantage of HOV access ramp
�Y��*� T11.Take advantage of planned HOV access ramp at N 8th St to provide access for future BRT and
carpools
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- - Focus arteriai traffc an Logan
T12.Designate Logan as a principal arterial(or as State Raute)for through traffic within City Center.
---� Evaluate need for one-way streets
T13.Evaluate necessity and benefits of the one-way streets within City Center and consider
redesigning to two-way streets fQr better circulation and access.
�� Enhance gateways entering Gity Center
T14.Provide more attractive entries inta City Center with signage and gateway features.
T15. Improve visibility of downtown,The�anding,a�d the Riverfront from outside the City Center
T16.Complete wa�nding sysiem through signage and maps
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••'� T17. Improve vehicular and pedestrian safety,connectivity,and traffic flaw at the intersection
____. Existing truck routes
T18. Remove the truck raute designatian from Park Ave N and N 6th St.
T13.Sign and enforce truck rautes to keep trucks off residential streets
�4� Consider a road diet on RainierAve N
T20.Reduce the right-of-way dedicated to vehicular traffic and add bike fanes on Rainier Ave N
fram the City Limifs south to N Airport Way.
�.�p• Regional through-traffic
T21.Support WSDOT efforts to encourage alt�egional through-traffic to take I-405 to keep traffic out
of City Center
�•••-••• Extend Park Ave N
T22.Extend Park Ave N to the waterfront to better connect ta Southport,future development,
potential future water taxi terminal,and Goulon Park.
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T23.Wor{c with WSD�T to improve and reconfigure interchanges with 1�05.
f �} Improve vehicular and pedestrian circulation at this key node
�,.,,✓ T24.Improve streets,intersections,and wa�nding at this node to enhance multimodal circulation
at this critical crossroads.
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Comment Form — RESULTS
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Idea! Okay Bad Idea Not Sure
T1 Increase bike connections within City Center and
to existing recreational facilities, according to the $9% 11% 0 0
City's Trails and Bicycle Master Plan
T2 Increase multiuse trails within City Center
according to the City's Trails and Bicycle Master $3% 17% 0 0
Plan.
T3 As a long term goal, provide connections
between 1) Cedar River and Coulon Park and 2) 95% 5% 0 0
Cedar River to the Green River Trail
T4 Improve Park Ave N as a key pedestrian
connection between Coulon Park, The Landing
North Renton, Downtown, and South Renton 68% 21% 5% 5%
with sidewalks, landscaping, wayfinding, and
other amenities. .
T5 Initiate a City sponsored traffic calming program
on residential streets and improve residential 680�0 26% 0 5%
streetscapes with landscaping, street trees,
sidewalks, etc.
T6 Work with appropriate agencies and departments
to identify a preferred route for a future Bus 780�0 22% � 0
Rapid Transit and/or Light Rail line that would
best serve City Center
T7 Consider a streetcar line along Park Ave N
connecting Coulon Park, The Landing, 39% 44% 11% 6%
Downtown, and the Transit Center
T8 Preserve and maintain the train tracks as a rail
and trail corridor that could include a future transit $$% 12% 0 0
line and a future multiuse trail.
T9 Pursue possibility of a future water taxi to
connect Renton to east Lake Washington cities 28% 44% 17% 11%
such as Bellevue, Kirkland, or Seattle.
T10 Consider building a public parking garage in
coordination with Sound Transit that could be
used as a park and ride facility for future 32% 53% 5% 11%
BRT/LRT and for commercial uses in north
Center City.
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T11 Take advantage of planned HOV access ramp at
N 8th St to provide access for future BRT and 33% 61% 0 6%
carpools.
T12 Designate Logan as a principal arterial (or State 58% 21% 11% 11%
Route)for through traffic within the City Center.
T13 Evaluate necessity and benefits of the one-way
streets within City Center and consider 53% 16% 21% 11%
redesigning to two-way streets for better
circulation and access.
T14 Provide more attractive entries into City Center 69% 31% 0 0
with signage and gateway features.
T15 Improve visibility of downtown, The Landing, and 690�0 15% 8% 8%
the Riverfront from outside the City Center
T16 Complete wayfinding system through signage 690�0 31% 0 0
and maps
T17 Improve vehicular and pedestrian safety, 77% 23% 0 0
connectivity, and traffic flow at the intersections
T18 Remove the truck route designation from Park 54% 15% 8% 23%
Ave N and N 6th St.
T19 Sign and enforce truck routes to keep trucks off 46% 46% 0 8%
residential streets
T20 Reduce the right-of-way dedicated to vehicular
traffic and add bike lanes on Rainier Ave N 46% 15% 23% 15%
befinreen S 13th St and N Airport Way (road diet)
T21 Support WSDOT efforts to encourage all regional
through-traffic to I-405 to reduce congestion in 69% 15% 8% 8%
City Center
T22 Extend Park Ave N to the waterfront to connect to
Southport, future development, potential future 54% 38% 0 8%
water taxi terminal, and Coulon Park.
T23 Work with WSDOT to improve and reconfigure 62% 23% g% $%
interchanges with I-405
T24 Improve streets, intersections, and wa�nding at
this node (Bronson Way N, Park Ave N, N 1St St, 77% 15% 0 8%
N Riverside Dr, Houser Way S)to enhance
multimodal circulation at this critical crossroads
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Other ideas we may have missed:
• Number T5: Traffic circles!
• Number T6: But keep historical neighborhood intact.
• Number T7: English double-decker bus.
• Number T9: Too expensive!
• Number T21: Is this a problem?
• Number T24: Round-about, baby!
• Develop a trolley that goes from downtown to VMC (Seahawks).
• Utilize the existing rail track for light rail transport between Renton and Bellevue and
Kirkland.
• North Riverside Drive to G Coulon. Keep bike and roads separate.
• One-ways keep traffic moving. Less traffic is less business visibility downtown. Then we
end up like KenYs downtown: small businesses.
• More traffic circles; round-abouts on Bronson.
• Keep semis and busses off S. 3�d Street—too loud.
• Traffic calming on S. Tobin Street to slow down through-traffic from Rainier to Logan.
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P1.As a long term goai,provide a natural shoreline to Cedar River and Lake Washington sharelines.
P2. Improve Cedar River Trail with additional access trails,lights and amenities and as a lang term
goal,expand the trail to the opposite(left)bank.
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' P3.tnitiate a street tree planting program in the residential neighborhoods to increase canopy cover,
irnprave the streetscapes,and promote cammunity building.
� Implement Tri-Park Master Plan
P4.Unify Liberty ParEc,Cedar River Park,and the Narco Property area with better circulation,
wayfinding,and caordina#ed amenities. Design a gateway that highlights the concentration of
civic activities and establishes City Center's image.
�� Increase neighborhood am��iti+es in South Renton
�� P5. Increase the amount of neighborhood amenities in South Renton,including neighborhaad
gardens,green spaces,and other family services.
Extend Burnett Linear Park
P6. In the near term,extend Burnett Linesr Park north to Houser Way S where there is currently
parking lots.
--•�- P7. In the long term,extend Bumett Linear Park north to the Cedar River with green space and
pedestrian amenities.
Provide landscape buffer
P8.Provide landscape buffers along I-405 and along Logan Ave N
Key pedestrian connection
----- T3.As a long term goal,complste critical trail links to connect the Cedar River Trail and Coulon
Park and ta connect dawntown to the Green River Trait.
• ■■■■ T4. Imprave Park Ave N as a key pedestrian connection between Coulon Park,The Landing and
Downtown with sidewalks,landscaping,and other amenities.
Preserve train tracks as railltrail corridor
T8. Preserve and maintain the t�ain tracks as a rail/trail corridor that could include a future transit
line and a future multiuse trail. Clean-up tracks and improve landscaping.
Greenway/Promenade
EC9.On North side of Riverside Drive,provide a greenway/promenade with small-scale retail
oriented toward the Cedar River
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Parks and Green Space
Comment Form - RESULTS
%of total res onses
Great
Idea! Okay Bad Idea Not Sure
P1 As a long term goal, provide a natural shoreline
on the Cedar River and Lake Washington 67% 21% 0 13%
shorelines.
P2 Improve the Cedar River Trail with additional
access trails, lights and amenities and as a long 69% 23% 0 8%
term goal, expand the trail to the opposite (left)
bank.
P3 Initiate a street tree planting program in the
residential neighborhoods to increase canopy $Qo�o 20% 0 0
cover, improve the streetscapes, and promote
community building.
P4 Implement the Tri-Park Master Plan. Unify Liberty
Park, Cedar River Park, and the NARCO 73% 23% 0 4%
Property area with better circulation, wa�nding,
and coordinated amenities.
P5 Increase the amount of neighborhood amenities
in South Renton, including neighborhood 56% 40% 0 4%
gardens, green spaces, and family services.
P6 In the near term, extend Burnett Linear Park
north to Houser Way S where there are currently 2$% 52% 20% 0
parking lots
P7 In the long term, extend Burnett Linear Park north
to the Cedar River with green space and 46% 38% 17% 0
pedestrian amenities
P8 Provide landscape buffers along I-405 and along 64% 36% � 0
Logan Ave N
Other ideas we may have missed:
• Number P1: As long as we can connect Cedar River Park/Trail with Coulon. Very
important—move on it!
• Number P1: Shoreline management is very frustrating to me because so much is
landscaped away from the natural.
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• Number P2: Include a wood-chipped trail next to paved portion for low-impact
running/walking. Eugene, OR, implemented this in a few places, and it was well received.
• Number P3: Trees that will be big, like the ones at Burett Park.
• Number P3: I was planning on planting my own. This should be wonderful.
• Number P4: And Jones Park.
• Number P5: Biggest need is elementary/middle schools and community center.
• Number P5: Focus community/family services on what all community members share, like a
community center, not just for one socio-economic class, like the poor, as that may cause
divides between classes. Focus on bringing together and instilling community pride.
• Number P5: Create planter boxes on sidewalk grass stretches as option for community
gardening.
• Number P6: Possibly remove half of parking that isn't used. But the Red House and VFW
heavily use the parking.
• Number P6: (Marked as "Okay.") Except I really appreciate the parking for access to the
businesses.
• Number P6: Those parking lots are not an eyesore because they have trees and shrubs. I
think without them, the Red House and the Whistle Stop may suffer. It will be difficult to
access it. It also eases congestion for the neighbors.
• I really want to see more consolidated areas for ballfields, specifically, baseball.
• New City Hall.
• Tie bike trail and walking trail from Grucky(?)to The Landing.
• Keep bike and walking trails separate from the road for all ages.
• Looks like we have our work cut out for us!
• Good ideas. Finances would be the main barrier, as I see it. Thanks.
• Renton badly needs to improve bike routes across the city, particularly from downtown to
the interurban trail (near Southcenter).
• Dog park!
• Keep up the good work! Keeping us green will help the overall natural feel of the area.
• Soccer fields.
• Connect Coulon to Cedar River Trail.
• It'd be great to have a survey of historic trees. Love the idea of more tree planting!
• Purchase the old PACCAR foundry property and convert it to a ballfield facility.
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REPORTING TOOL-CENTER PLANS
This reporting tool is for growth centers and manufacturing industrial centers It is designed
to assist jurisdictions in developing,updating,or amending their center plans. It provides the
key expectations for center plans for regional centers(beyond the general requirements for
comprehensive plans),which are based on the criteria established by PSRC's Executive Board
for designating centers. Additional detail is provided in the Plan Review Manual Appendix
E-4:Center Plans.
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tool itself:
Part I-Checklist: This lists out key provisions that should be addressed in a center
plan.
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summaries. (You may supplement your summary descriptions with citations or references to
specific policies.) If there are certain VISION 2040 issues that are not addressed by the center
plan,please explain why. For an example of a completed reporting tool,please see PSRC's
Plan Review Manual.
Note:For a new center plan or full center plan update,please fill out each section. For
amendments,only complete those fields which relate to topics addressed in the amendments.
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� Explain the vision for the centerand how the plan promotes sustainability.Explazn the following.• �
� • Using system approaches to planning for the environment
• Describe parks and open space,including public spaces and civic places
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j • Identify residential and employment planning targets,as well as residential densities and building �
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( • Planning for and achieving housing production(including affordable housing) �
E • Design standards for pedestrian-friendly,transit-oriented development �
• Economic and residential role of the center in the city and region �
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� Explain how the plan addresses the following phvsical desi�n�uidelines established in Transportation 2040
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; • Locate public/semipublic uses near stations • Provide usable open spaces �
� • Design for pedestrians and bicyclists • Manage the supply of parking �
+ • Promote the benefits of on-street parking • Reduce/mitigate parking effects €
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� E�eplain how the plan address these additional transportation issues:
� . Mode-split goals for the center
� . Multimodal transportation network,including pedestrian and bicycle facilities,and linkages to
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� • Address regional high-capaciry transit
f • Provisions for context-sensitive design of transportation facilities,as well as full standards for
� urban facilities to serve all user groups("complete streets")and environmentally friendly street
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� . Tailor level-of-service standards and concurrency provisions for the center to encourage transit
� • Parking management strategy
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� Explaln any other provisions in the center plan ofregional interest or significance,as well as any
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MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIAL CENTERS: In the first space below,please provide a
brief description of what materials are being submitted. Then proceed with completing the
two parts of the reporting tool itself:
Part I-Checklist: This lists out key provisions that should be addressed in a center
plan.
Part II-Submittal Form Questions: Brief responses that explain how the center plan
being submitted addresses VISION 2040.
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adopted. For example,is this a full update,partial revision, or a set ofannual amendments? �
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Using the checklist below,please indicate the VISION 2040 provisions that the center plan
addresses. If there are certain VISION 2040 issues that are not addressed in the center plan,
please provide an explanation of these in PART II of the reporting tool(questions).
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Center Plan Concept(or "Vision") �
✓ Include a vision for the center. This should include a commitment to preservation � �
of an urban industrial land base i
✓ Include an overview of the relationship of the center plan to the city's i
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i ✓ Include a market analysis of the center's development potential
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✓ Identify and develop provision to protect criticaUenvironmentally sensitive areas � i
� ✓ Include policies and programs for innovative treatment of stormwater and drainage
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� ✓ and ex lain the defined boundaries and sha e for the center
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E ✓ Establish employment growth targets that accommodate a significant share of the
� jurisdiction's manufacturing/industrial employment growth,and demonstrate
� capacity to accommodate these levels of growth(note that targets are aspirational �
and state the minimum number of jobs that a jurisdiction must be zoned to
j accommodate and will strive to absorb by the planning horizon year. Targets are
� distinct from zoned development capacity)
� ✓ Describe the percentage of planned land use and zoning in the center for industrial
� and manufacturing uses
� ✓ Describe strategies to avoid land uses that are incompatible with manufacturing,
� industrial uses,such as large retail uses,high concentrations of housing,or non- �
related office uses(other than as an accessory use)
✓ Include design standards that help mitigate aesthetic and other impacts of �
manufacturing and industrial activities both within the center and on adjacent areas
Economy
; ✓ Describe the economic role of the center within the city and the region �
i ✓ Describe strategies to support or maintain manufacturing industrial industries(i.e., �
� workforce,apprenticeships,land value policies,parcel aggregation,etc.)
I ✓ Describe key sectors and industry clusters in the center �
Pubiic Services
✓ Describe local capital plans for infrastructure,as well as their financing(such as
� sewer,water,gas,electric,telecommunications).Explain strategies to ensure ❑ I
facilities are provided consistent with targeted growth
� Transportation
� ✓ Describe the transportation networks to and within the manufacturing industrial �
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E ✓ Describe strategies that address freight movement,including local and regional
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f ✓ Describe strategies that address freight movement and employee commuting(such as �
E by encouraging modes such as fixed-route and high-capacity transit,rail,trucking �
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� ✓ Address relationshi s to re ional hi h-ca acit transit includin bus ra id transit, �
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j ✓ Develop mode split goals
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In the spaces provided below,please describe provisions in the manufacturingiadt�strial
ceaterplan with brief summaries. (You may supplement your summary descriptions with
citations or references to specific policies.) If there are certain VISION 2040 issues that are
not addressed by the center plan,please explain why.
Note: For a new center plan or full center plan update,please fill out each section. For
amendments,only complete those fields which relate to topics addressed in the amendments.
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Explain how the centerplan helpspreserve the manufactunngindustnalland base. Explain the following.• �
• Adopted growth targets for the center �
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' • Economic role:Programs to support export-oriented basic goods and services,industry clusters, �
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j Explain the vision for the centerand how the plan promotes sustainability.Explain the following.•
� • Environmentally-and socially-responsible economic development practices
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F�plain how the plan addresses the distinctive needs ofmanufacturingindustrial empldyment,including•
• Design,construct,and operate facilities to serve all users,including employees,while
+ accommodating the efficient movement of freight,goods,and services within and between
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� • Maintain and improve the existing multimodal freight transportation system to increase
reliability and efficiency and to prevent degradation of freight mobility
E • Mode-split goals for the center
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