HomeMy WebLinkAboutFinal Agenda Packet
CITY OF RENTON
AGENDA - City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM - Monday, October 21, 2024
Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way
Please note that this regular meeting of the Renton City Council is being offered as a hybrid
meeting and can be attended in person at the Council Chambers, 7th floor of City Hall, 1055 S
Grady Way, Renton, 98057 or remotely through Zoom.
For those wishing to attend by Zoom: Please (1) click this link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938072917?pwd=TUNCcnppbjNjbjNRMWpZaXk2bjJnZz09 (or
copy/paste the URL into a web browser) or (2) call-in to the Zoom meeting by dialing 253-
215-8782 and entering 849 3807 2917 Passcode 156708, or (3) call 425-430-6501 by 5 p.m.
on the day of the meeting to request an invite with a link to the meeting.
Registration for Audience Comment: Registration will be open at all times, but speakers
must register by 5 p.m. on the day of a Council meeting in order to be called upon. Anyone
who registers after 5 p.m. on the day of the Council meeting will not be called upon to speak
and will be required to re-register for the next Council meeting if they wish to speak at that
next meeting.
Request to Speak Registration Form:
o Click the link or copy/paste the following URL into your browser:
https://forms.office.com/g/bTJUj6NrEE
You may also call 425-430-6501 or email jsubia@rentonwa.gov or
cityclerk@rentonwa.gov to register. Please provide your full name, city of residence,
email address and/or phone number, and topic in your message.
A sign-in sheet is also available for those who attend in person.
Video on Demand: Please click the following link to stream Council meetings live as they
occur, or to select previously recorded meetings:
Renton Channel 21 Video on Demand
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. ROLL CALL
3. PROCLAMATION
a) Filipino American History Month - October 2024
4. PUBLIC HEARING
a) Proposed 2025-2026 Biennial Budget - 3rd Hearing
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
a) Administrative Report
6. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
All remarks must be addressed to the Council as a whole, if a response is
requested please provide your name and address, including email address, to
the City Clerk to allow for follow‐up.
Speakers must sign-up prior to the Council meeting.
Each speaker is allowed three minutes.
When recognized, please state your name & city of residence for the record.
NOTICE to all participants: Pursuant to state law, RCW 42.17A.555,
campaigning for or against any ballot measure or candidate in City Hall and/or
during any portion of the council meeting, including the audience comment
portion of the meeting, is PROHIBITED.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Councilmembers in advance for study and
review, and the recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item
may be removed for further discussion if requested by a Councilmember.
a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of October 14, 2024.
Council Concur
b) AB - 3690 Community & Economic Development Department recommends
execution of a Memorandum of Understanding with several local agencies to show
support of the establishment of the Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing
Roundtable.
Council Concur
c) AB - 3691 Community & Economic Development Department recommends
execution of a grant agreement with the Washington State Department of
Commerce to accept $1,440,450 in grant funds for the construction of the Public
Square project in downtown Renton.
Refer to Finance Committee
d) AB - 3692 Executive Services Department recommends execution of the 2024
Emergency Management Performance Grant (24EMPG) grant award contract with
the Washington State Military Department, to accept $50,653 in grant funds to
support emergency management operations.
Refer to Finance Committee
e) AB - 3660 Parks & Recreation Department recommends adoption of a resolution
approving and adopting the Northeast Renton Park Master Plan.
Refer to Community Services Committee
f) AB - 3661 Police Department recommends execution of a Washington State
Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) grant to accept $34,200 of which
$22,300 will be used to extend the Officer Wellness program through 2025 and
$11,900 will be used to provide Police Department-wide financial wellness
training.
Refer to Finance Committee
g) AB - 3687 Police Department recommends execution of an interagency agreement
with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, to receive up to $18,500 in grant
funds to conduct multi-jurisdictional, high visibility traffic safety emphasis patrols
in support of Target Zero priorities of reducing traffic related deaths and serious
injuries.
Refer to Finance Committee
h) AB - 3688 Police Department recommends adoption of a resolution authorizing
execution of a mutual aid agreement with the City of Bellevue for Renton police
officers to assist and schedule extra-duty for the annual Snowflake Lane holiday
event in Bellevue. The Kemper Development Company (the company who hosts
the event) will reimburse Renton for this service.
Refer to Public Safety Committee
i) AB - 3693 Public Works Administration recommends adoption of an ordinance
establishing Solid Waste rates for 2025 and 2026.
Refer to Utilities Committee
j) AB - 3685 Public Works Utility Systems Division submits CAG-23-048, Thunder
Hills Sewer Interceptor Rehabilitation project, contractor Laser Underground &
Earthworks, Inc., and requests acceptance of the project and release of the retainage
bond after 60 days once all required releases from the state have been obtained, and
all liens are legally cleared.
Council Concur
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week.
Those topics marked with an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports
on any topics may be held by the Chair if further review is necessary.
a) Utilities Committee: 1) Extension of Cingular/AT&T Small Cell Franchise*
9. LEGISLATION
Ordinance for first reading:
a) Ordinance No. 6141: Extend Cingular Wireless (AT&T) Utility Franchise (See
Item 8.a)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
b Ordinance No. 6139: Extend Waiver Parking Fees at City Center Garage (First
Reading 10/14/2024)
c) Ordinance No. 6140: 2024 Year-End Budget Amendment (First Reading
10/14/2024)
10. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics; visit rentonwa.gov/cityclerk for more
information.)
11. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
3:45 p.m. - 7th Floor - Council Chambers / Videoconference
Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon
request to the City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT
ACCESS CHANNEL 21
To view Council Meetings online, please visit rentonwa.gov/councilmeetings
Armondo Pavone Mayor
WHEREAS,the earliest documented Filipino was present in the continental United States on
October 18,1587,when the first “Luzones Indios”onboard the Manita-built galleon ship Nuestra
Senora De Esperanza set foot in Morro Bay,California;and
WHEREAS,the Filipino American National Historical Society recognizes the year 1763 as the
date of the first permanent Filipino settlement in the United States in St.Malo,Louisiana,which
set in motion the focus on the story of our nation’s past from a new perspective by concentrating
on the economic,cultural,social and other notable contributions that Filipinos accomplished in
development of United States history;and
WHEREAS,in 2009 President Obama formally recognized Filipino American History Month and
this year’s theme,set by the Filipino American National Historical Society is “Struggle,
Resistance,Solidarity,and Resitience;”and
WHEREAS,the Filipino American community is the nation’s second-largest Asian American
group in the United States,and home to over 5,000 Filipino Americans in the greater Renton area;
and
WHEREAS,Filipino Americans have contributed greattytothefine arts,education,medicine,
business,journalism,education,science,technology,government,and other fields in the United
States while enriching the landscape of the nation and local communities;and
NOW THEREFORE,I,Armondo Pavone,Mayor of the City of Renton,do hereby proclaim
October 2024 to be
Filipino American History Month
in the City of Renton,and I encourage alt residents to join me in this special observance.
IN WITNESS THEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of
Rentone affixed this 2Vt day of October 2024.
PROCLAMATION
Mayor Aona’oPa von e
City of Renton,Washington
Renton City Hall,7th Floor 1055 South Grady Way,Renton,WA 98057.rentonwa.gov
AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
Mayor’s Office
Memorandum
DATE: October 16, 2024
TO: Ed Prince, Council President
Members of the Renton City Council
FROM: Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Ed VanValey, Chief Administrative Officer
SUBJECT: Administrative Report
• The Renton Police Department, in partnership with other valley agencies, will be
hosting the Diversity in Law Enforcement Career Workshop, Saturday, November 2
from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in Renton. Participants must be 18 and over. Discover how to
navigate the challenges of pursuing a law enforcement career, including the hiring
process, background checks, testing, and officer wellness. RSVP and workshop
pre-registration are required and may be completed by visiting
rentonwa.gov/valleypolicecareers.
• The Landing Parking Garage is tentatively scheduled to be closed October 29 and
October 30 for concrete repairs. Surface street parking lots and street parking will
remain available during the garage closure.
• Information about preventative street maintenance, traffic impact projects, and
road closures happening this week can be found at http://rentonwa.gov/traffic. All
projects are weather permitting and unless otherwise noted, streets will always
remain open.
Monday, October 21 through Friday, October 25, 8:00am-3:00pm. Westbound
lane closure at 3408 NE 4th St for construction work. Approved traffic control plans
were issued for all work and will be followed. Questions may be directed to Rob
Blackburn, 206-379-1489.
Wednesday, October 23, 8:00am-3:00pm. The traffic light will be out at the
intersection of Park Ave N and Logan Ave N for construction work. Uniform police
officers will be directing traffic. Approved traffic control plans were issued for all work
and will be followed. Questions may be directed to Joel McCann, 425-757-9595.
Monday, October 21 through Friday, October 25, 8:30am-3:30pm. Road closure on
Park Ave N from N 8th St to N 6th St for construction work. Detour signs will be in place.
Approved traffic control plans were issued for all work and will be followed.
Questions may be directed to Casey Grant, 206-532-4380.
AGENDA ITEM #5. a)
October 14, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF RENTON
MINUTES - City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM - Monday, October 14, 2024
Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pavone called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order at 7:00 PM and led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present:
Ed Prince, Council President
James Alberson, Jr., Council Position No. 1
Carmen Rivera, Council Position No. 2
Valerie O'Halloran, Council Position No. 3
Ryan McIrvin, Council Position No. 4
(attended remotely)
Ruth Pérez, Council Position No. 6
Kim-Khánh Vǎn, Council Position No. 7
Councilmembers Absent:
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PRESENT
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Ed VanValey, Chief Administrative Officer
Cheryl Beyer, Senior Assistant City Attorney
Jason Seth, City Clerk
Kristi Rowland, Deputy CAO
Gina Estep, Community & Economic Development Administrator
Kari Roller, Finance Department Administrator
Human Resources / Risk Management Administrator
Maryjane Van Cleave, Parks & Recreation Department Administrator
Chief Jon Schuldt, Police Department Administrator
Brianne Bannwarth, Development Engineering Director
Matt Herrera, Planning Director
Eric Perry, Government Affairs Manager
Deputy Chief Jeffery Hardin, Police Department
AGENDA ITEM #7. a)
October 14, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Deputy Chief Ryan Rutledge, Police Department
Commander Chandler Swain, Police Department
Attended Remotely:
Melissa McCain, Deputy City Clerk
Martin Pastucha, Public Works Administrator
Kim Gilman, Interim Human Resources / Risk Management Administrator
Ron Straka, Public Works Utility Systems Director
Lori Fleming, Human Services Coordinator
PROCLAMATION
National Community Planning Month - October 2024: A proclamation by Mayor Pavone was
read declaring October 2024 as National Community Planning Month in the City of Renton
and encouraging everyone all residents to join in this special observance. Planning Director
Matt Herrera accepted the proclamation with appreciation.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed 2025-2026 Biennial Budget - 2nd Hearing: This being the date set, and proper
notices having been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor
Pavone opened the public hearing to consider the Proposed 2025-2026 Biennial Budget.
Finance Administrator Kari Roller reported that the preliminary city-wide revenue for the
2025-2026 Biennial Budget is $645 million, and the preliminary expenditures are $648.4
million. She also reported that the 2025 property tax levy is estimated to be $26,336,305
which equates to an increase of $13.73 per Renton household on average. Concluding, Ms.
Roller stated that the purpose of the hearing is to solicit input from the public.
Mayor Pavone called for public comments.
• Jada Campbell, Renton, urged Council to reconsider the Police Department's request
for additional patrol officers. She stated that she believed the funds would be better
spent supporting social service programs that combat the root problems associated
with crime.
There being no correspondence or additional comments, it was
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
CAO Ed VanValey reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City’s recent
progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2024 and
beyond. Items noted were:
AGENDA ITEM #7. a)
October 14, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
• Preventative street maintenance will continue to impact traffic and result in
occasional street closures.
AUDIENCE COMMENTS
• Keri Davis, Renton, expressed concern about a tree the city planted in the strip
between the sidewalk and the street in front of her house. She stated she already had
enough trees and requested that the trees be planted elsewhere.
• Kim Unti, Renton, stated that she is an interim staff person working for the Renton
Downtown Partnership. She listed several upcoming events hosted by the
organization.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Councilmembers in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Councilmember.
a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of October 7, 2024. Council Concur.
b) AB - 3684 City Clerk submitted the quarterly list of fully executed contracts between 7/1/2024
- 9/30/2024, and a report of agreements expiring between 10/1/2024 – 3/31/2025. None;
Information Only.
c) AB - 3679 Parks & Recreation Department recommended execution of Amendment 6 to the
2020 Washington State Department of Health Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
(SNAP) incentive agreement to accept an additional $6,000 in grant funding for
reimbursement at the Renton Farmers Market through February 28, 2025. Refer to Finance
Committee.
d) AB - 3674 Public Works Facilities Division submitted CAG-22-219, HR Tenant Improvement
project, contractor Reynolds General Contracting, Inc., and requested acceptance of the
project and release of retainage bond after 60 days after all state releases have been
obtained and any liens are legally cleared. Council Concur.
e) AB - 3686 Public Works Utility Systems Division provided detailed information about utility
rates that will be separately recommended for consideration by the Committee of the Whole
as part of the upcoming 2025-2026 biennium budget adoption process. Refer to Utilities
Committee.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL CONCUR TO APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PUBLISHED. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the Chair if
further review is necessary.
a) Planning & Development Committee: Chair Pérez presented a report recommending
concurrence in the staff recommendation to adopt the 2024 Title IV Docket #19 Group A items.
The Planning and Development Committee further recommends that ordinances for the items
listed below be prepared and presented for first reading when they are complete.
AGENDA ITEM #7. a)
October 14, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
• D-233: MFTE and Waived Fees
• D-234: SB 5290 Local Project Review
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
b) Community Services Committee: Chair Alberson presented a report recommending concurrence
in the staff recommendation to confirm Mayor Pavone's appointment of Ms. Woneata Stallworth
to the Parks Commission to assume a position vacated in February. Ms. Stallworth’s term will
expire October 1, 2026.
MOVED BY ALBERSON, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
c) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending approval of the
following payments:
1. Accounts Payable – total payment of $14,909,733.85 for vouchers 10881, 10885-10888,
419524-419842, 419844-419859, 419861, 419870-420136; payroll benefit withholding
vouchers 7506-7516, 419862-419869 and 3 wire transfers.
2. Payroll – total payment of $2,023,942.72 for payroll vouchers that include 743 direct
deposits and 17 checks. (9/1/24 – 9/15/24 pay period).
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
d) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
report to approve the ordinance extending the temporary waiver of the City Center Parking to
waive parking fees for up to ten hours at the City Center Parking Garage until December 31,
2025.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
e) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement with Graham
Baba Architects in the amount of $129,200.00 for design services for the downtown Renton
Market (Pavilion) and Piazza project.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
f Finance Committee: Chair O’Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to authorize Change Order No. 22 with Pivetta Brother’s Construction, Inc, for
the Rainier Ave S Corridor Improvements – Phase 4 Project. Change Order No. 22 will provide
reimbursement to the city in the amount of $124,413 from franchise utilities, including Puget
Sound Energy (PSE), Lumen, and Comcast.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
AGENDA ITEM #7. a)
October 14, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
g Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to approve the Interagency Reimbursement Agreement with the Washington
State Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) to receive up to $285,984 for reimbursement of
costs associated with complying with vacating Blake-related convictions.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
h) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute CAG-22-336 Amendment #3
with WSP USA, Inc. in the amount of $190,900 for professional services related to the May Creek
South Trail Project.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
i) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to approve and accept the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funds and contingency plan as proposed. The Committee further recommends authorization for
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the grant agreements subject to approval as to legal form.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
AYES: O’HALLORAN, PÉREZ, ALBERSON, RIVERA, MCIRVIN, PRINCE
NOES: VǍN
j) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to approve the 2025 Stop Loss (excess loss) insurance contract with Symetra
and authorize the mayor and city clerk to sign the implementing documents, when ready. The
renewal for coverage in 2025 resulted in the current carrier, Symetra, offering a 9.01% rate
increase. This is a favorable rate and is the second time in three years that the city has been
offered rates below double-digit increase (industry trend for excess coverage renewal is between
a 10% to 20% increase). This coverage carries an individual deductible amount of $250,000,
which will remain unchanged from last year.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
k) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to approve the renewal of the fully insured health plan by Kaiser Permanente.
Kaiser’s premium rates are increasing 9.5% for the active employee plan; the rates are
decreasing slightly for LEOFF 1 retirees with Medicare coverage. The increase for the active
employee plan is up from 7.01% in 2024 but compares favorably overall to premium rate
increases within the industry. Upon approval by the City, Kaiser Permanente will issue the
updated Plan Document.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
AGENDA ITEM #7. a)
October 14, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
l) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to renew the Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA) Agreement and
2025 rates. The total cost for HMA’s administrative services is increasing by 3.20% for 2025 and
will be $45.86 per employee, per month. The HMA fee increase in 2024 was 4.6%. Enrollment
varies during the year and is approximately 650 (586 active members and 64 retirees). Cost: 650
enrolled x $45.86/month x 12 months = $357,708.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
m) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to approve the adjustment to customer account 005103-000 in the amount of
$16,705.08 for excess consumption caused by a qualified water line leak, in accordance with
RMC 8-4-46 and 8-5-23.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
n) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to:
1. Approve the budget amendment and adopt the ordinance amending the 2023/2024
biennial budget to increase revenues by $17,968,493 for an amended total revenue of
$811,931,400 over the biennium and increase expenditures by $16,598,457 for total
amended expenditures of $1,037,649,606 over the biennium.
2. Approve the repeal and replacement of the Police – Non-Commissioned Employees
section of the amended 2024 City of Renton Salary Table and update two job titles within
the non-represented section of the amended 2024 City of Renton Salary Table.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
LEGISLATION
Ordinances for first reading:
a) Ordinance No. 6139: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, extending the
Temporary Waiver of Parking Fees for parking for periods of up to 10 hours within the City’s
City Center Parking Garage located at 655 South 2nd Street, providing for severability, and
establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE
FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING AT THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING. CARRIED.
b) Ordinance No. 6140: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, amending the City of
Renton Fiscal Years 2023/2024 Biennial Budget, as last amended by Ordinance No. 6137, by
increasing budgeted revenues and expenditures by $17,953,493 and $16,598,457
respectively; amending the 2024 City of Renton Salary Table as last amended by Ordinance
No. 6138; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL DEFER THE ORDINANCE
FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING AT THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING. CARRIED.
AGENDA ITEM #7. a)
October 14, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics; visit rentonwa.gov/cityclerk for more information.)
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. TIME: 7:40 PM
Jason A. Seth, MMC, City Clerk
Jason Seth, Recorder
14 Oct 2024
AGENDA ITEM #7. a)
Council Committee Meeting Calendar
October 14, 2024
October 21, 2024
Monday
2:30 p.m. Utilities Committee, Chair Văn
Location: Council Conference Room/Videoconference
1. Extension of Cingular/AT&T Small Cell Franchise
2. 2025 and 2026 Utility Revenue Requirements, Capital Improvement
Program, and Fees
3. Emerging Issues in Utilities
• Disruptions to Regional Glass Recycling
CANCELED Public Safety Committee, Chair Rivera
CANCELED Transportation Committee, Chair McIrvin
3:45 p.m. Committee of the Whole, Chair Prince
Location: Council Chambers/Videoconference
1. 2025/2026 Biennium Budget, Department Presentations
6:00 p.m. Filipino American History Month Reception
Location: Conferencing Center
No official Council action will be taken during this Reception.
7:00 PM Council Meeting
Location: Council Chambers/Videoconference
AGENDA ITEM #7. a)
AB - 3690
City Council Regular Meeting - 21 Oct 2024
SUBJECT/TITLE: MOU - Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Council Concur
DEPARTMENT: Community & Economic Development Department
STAFF CONTACT: Amanda Free, Economic Development Acting Director
EXT.: 7369
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
No fiscal impact.
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
City to engage in a Memorandum of Understanding to show support for the establishment of the Kent Valley
Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable
EXHIBITS:
A. Issue Paper
B. MOU
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding to show support for the establishment of the Kent Valley Air
and Space Manufacturing Roundtable
AGENDA ITEM #7. b)
Department of Community
& Economic Development
Memorandum
DATE: October 14,2024
TO: Ed Prince, Council President
Members of Renton City Council
CC: Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Ed VanValey, Chief Administrative Officer
FROM: Gina Estep, CED Administrator
STAFF CONTACT: Amanda Free, Economic Development Acting Director
SUBJECT: Memorandum of Understanding for Kent Valley Air and
Space Manufacturing Roundtable
ISSUE
Should Council authorize the mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding to show
support for the establishment of the Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing
Roundtable?
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval to request the mayor signature on the Memorandum of
Understanding to show support for the establishment of the Kent Valley Air and Space
Manufacturing Roundtable.
BACKGROUND SUMMARY
Neighboring agencies, including other cities, school districts, and educational institutions
are working together to support the establishment of the Kent Valley Air and Space
Manufacturing Roundtable, aiming to foster collaboration among industry leaders,
educators, and public sector representatives to address workforce development, drive
legislative agendas, and promote economic sustainability within the aerospace industry.
The support of Renton and the other agencies emphasizes the importance of partnerships
between K-12 education, higher education institutions, and the aerospace sector to align
training programs with industry needs. C-suite executives from aerospace employers will
be invited to participate in the Roundtable’s initiatives and commit to ongoing
collaboration between educational institutions, city leaders, and industry partners to
ensure the success of this strategic initiative.
AGENDA ITEM #7. b)
Page 2 of 4
October 14, 2024
DETAILED SUMMARY OF ROUNDTABLE
The City of Kent Economic Development team presented the Roundtable and the
Memorandum of Understanding to the Kent Council on September 17, 2024 and was
unanimously approved.
Below is the summary the Kent Council was provided:
Context and Industry Challenges
The aerospace and space industries in South King County are at a pivotal moment:
- These industries contribute $13.6 billion to our region's GDP and support over 60,000
jobs.
- However, the industry is experiencing rapid changes driven by technological
advancements, workforce shifts, and increasing global competition.
Kent Valley, long a hub for these industries, must evolve to ensure continued success
and growth. We've discussed the concept of focused industry collaboration, and now is
the ideal time to come together to address these challenges.
Purpose of the Roundtable
This initiative was first introduced at our joint meeting with the Kent School Board last
spring. The Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable will serve as a
collaborative platform where:
- Industry leaders, educators, and government representatives can align
educational programs with industry needs.
- We can work together to ensure workforce development and drive economic
vitality in our region.
- We will be guided by the Next Generation Sector Partnerships model, which has
a proven track record of facilitating effective collaboration between these critical
stakeholders.
Strong Support from Key Stakeholders
I’m pleased to share that we’ve already garnered significant support for this initiative:
- We have a national expert with local ties on Next Generation Industry
Partnerships on board to facilitate the establishment of the Roundtable.
- Superintendent Vela and the college presidents of Green River and Renton
Technical Colleges are actively pursuing approvals from the Auburn and Renton
School Districts.
- Mayor Ralph has already secured committed support from the Mayors of Auburn and
Renton, and Tukwila is close behind.
AGENDA ITEM #7. b)
Page 3 of 4
October 14, 2024
Briefings and Stakeholder Engagement
To ensure all key stakeholders are fully engaged:
- Briefings with air and space industry C-suite executives are planned for the end
of this month.
- Separate briefings for our largest employers, education partners, and industry
organizations will take place between late September and the second week of
October.
What’s in it for City Partners?
The Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable offers significant benefits for
our city partners:
- It provides a unique platform for focused collaboration on pre-competitive
challenges that require collective action.
- The Roundtable helps us understand and share the strengths, trends, and
opportunities of existing companies in our region, which is crucial for informing
our shared retention, growth, and attraction strategies.
- This partnership also offers a meaningful venue for working with workforce
development and education sectors around the complex needs of the aerospace
industry, aligning these efforts with our broader regional economic growth goals.
The Role of the City Council
Your support is crucial for the success of this initiative. As public sector leaders, your
endorsement will:
- Help solidify partnerships across the region.
- Demonstrate a unified commitment to strengthening the aerospace industry
right here in Kent Valley.
Economic Impact
The Roundtable is more than just a forum—it’s a pathway to:
- Job creation in the aerospace sector.
- Talent development that meets the needs of our local industry.
- Sustained economic growth that will keep Kent Valley at the forefront of air and space
manufacturing.
Next Steps
Looking ahead:
AGENDA ITEM #7. b)
Page 4 of 4
October 14, 2024
- We are planning an inaugural launch meeting in late October 2024. This meeting
will bring together key stakeholders, including C-suite executives from Kent
Valley employers, to officially kickstart the Roundtable.
- We’re committed to holding biannual meetings and forming Action Teams to
ensure continuous progress and success.
AGENDA ITEM #7. b)
Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable
Memorandum of Understanding
Subject: Establishment of the Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable
Whereas, Green River College and Renton Technical College, as mission driven
institutions of higher education and talent development, recognize the value of
strong collaboration between aerospace leaders and the alignment of training and
programs with industry growth;
Whereas, The Auburn, Kent, and Renton School Districts are the starting point for
student career exploration and contribute to the development of workforce
education programs by fostering career connections between K-12 education, post-
secondary pathways, and the aerospace industry;
Whereas, The public sector leaders representing the cities of Auburn, Kent,
Tukwila, and Renton, along with Kent Valley education leaders, recognize the need
for a strategic initiative aimed at addressing challenges and opportunities within
Kent Valley's aerospace industry;
Whereas, The Next Generation Sector Partnerships model has demonstrated
success in facilitating collaboration between business leaders, educators, and
government entities to address industry challenges and promote economic vitality
and sustainability;
Whereas, The creation of the Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable
provides an efficient platform for industry leaders to collectively address workforce
and talent development, drive legislative agendas, and promote economic vitality
and sustainability within the aerospace industry;
Whereas, Participation from industry leaders is essential for success of the Kent
Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable as Kent Valley employers are
creating the jobs of the future and their guidance is critical to shaping the
aerospace industry's talent pipeline.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, that Green River and Renton Technical Colleges,
and the Auburn, Kent and Renton School Districts hereby invite establishment of
the Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing Roundtable to build stronger
partnerships, foster collaboration, and expand equitable access to our region’s best
jobs;
Be it further resolved that Kent Valley employers represented by C-suite
executives, are invited to join the Kent Valley Air and Space Manufacturing
Roundtable, and participate in the inaugural launch meeting scheduled for late
October 2024, as well as subsequent biannual meetings and Action Teams;
AGENDA ITEM #7. b)
Be it further resolved that the cities of Auburn, Kent, Renton, and Tukwila
express their support for the establishment of the Kent Valley Air and Space
Manufacturing Roundtable and commit to working collaboratively with the Auburn,
Kent and Renton School Districts, as well as Green River and Renton Technical
Colleges, and industry partners to ensure its success;
Be it further resolved that the Auburn, Kent and Renton School Districts, Green
River, and Renton Technical Colleges, along with the city mayors, extend their
sincere appreciation to Kent Valley Air and Space Industry employers for
considering this opportunity to collaborate and shape the future of the air and space
manufacturing industry and region.
Signed:
Dr. Suzanne Johnson, President
Green River College
Date:
Dr. Yoshiko Harden, President
Renton Technical College
Date:
Dr. Alan Spicciati, Superintendent
Auburn School District
Date:
Israel Vela, Superintendent
Kent School District
Date:
Dr. Damien Pattenaude, Superintendent
Renton School District
Date:
Nancy Backus, Mayor
City of Auburn
Date:
Dana Ralph, Mayor
City of Kent
Date:
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
City of Renton
Date:
Thomas McLeod, Mayor
City of Tukwila
Date:
AGENDA ITEM #7. b)
AB - 3691
City Council Regular Meeting - 21 Oct 2024
SUBJECT/TITLE: Department of Commerce Grant - Renton Public Square
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Refer to Finance Committee
DEPARTMENT: Community & Economic Development Department
STAFF CONTACT: Amanda Free, Economic Development Acting Director
EXT.: 7369
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
Already in the budget for 2025, authorization of this grant agreement would allow the City to accept
$1,440,450.00 in grant funds for construction of Public Square.
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
Authorize approval of a grant agreement with the Washington State Department of Commerce for Renton
Public Square Project through the Local Community Projects Program in order to accept $1,440,450.00 in
grant funds for the construction of Public Square to include Piazza Park.
EXHIBITS:
A. Issue Paper
B. Contract
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Authorize execution of the grant agreement with the Department of Commerce to accept $1,440,450 in grant
funds for the construction of a Public Square in downtown Renton.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
Department of Community
& Economic Development
Memorandum
DATE: October 3,2024
TO: Ed Prince, Council President
Members of Renton City Council
CC: Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Ed VanValey, Chief Administrative Officer
FROM: Gina Estep, CED Administrator
STAFF CONTACT: Amanda Free, Economic Development Acting Director
SUBJECT: Agreement with Washington State Department of
Commerce for Renton Public Square Project
ISSUE
Should Council authorize the execution of a grant agreement with the Washington State
Department of Commerce for Renton Public Square Project?
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of a grant agreement with the Washington State
Department of Commerce for Renton Public Square Project through the Local
Community Projects Program, in order to accept $1,440,450 in grant funds, for
construction of Public Square to include Piazza Park.
BACKGROUND SUMMARY
Award Number: 24-96647-232
Project Title: Renton Public Square Project
Project Purpose: Funds awarded for the construction of the Renton Public Square. This
will include, but not limited to, constructing community spaces including seating,
inclusive and engaging play spaces that inspire creative play, gathering spots, and space
for cultural activities and hosting events.
This project will serve as a benefit to the public by transforming Public Square into a
space that will become a central gathering place in downtown where residents,
community members and visitors can work, shop, relax, meet with friends, connect to
trails, and participate in events. The space will serve as an integral aspect of Renton civic
life, where people can gather and spend time, and to foster opportunities for economic
activity.
Award Amount: $1,440,450
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
Page 2 of 2
October 14, 2024
Period of Performance: Upon Signature through June 30, 2025, if funds are not
reappropriated; June 30, 2027, contingent on reappropriation.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
Grant to
City of Renton
through
The Local Community Projects Program
For
Renton Public Square Project
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
i
Table of Contents
FACE SHEET ................................................................................................................................................ 4
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS ......................................................................................................... 5
1. GRANT MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................................... 5
2. COMPENSATION ............................................................................................................................. 5
3. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS PERFORMANCE MEASURES ......................................................... 5
4. STATE PUBLIC WORKS .................................................................................................................. 6
5. SITE CONTROL ................................................................................................................................ 6
6. DOCUMENTATION AND SECURITY .............................................................................................. 6
7. BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING REAL PROPERTY VALUES FOR ACQUISITIONS OF REAL
PROPERTY PERFORMANCE MEASURES ................................................................................... 7
8. EXPENDITURES ELIGIBLE FOR REIMBURSEMENT .................................................................... 7
9. BILLING PROCEDURES AND PAYMENT ....................................................................................... 8
10. CLOSEOUT CERTIFICATION .......................................................................................................... 9
11. INSURANCE ..................................................................................................................................... 9
12. ORDER OF PRECEDENCE ........................................................................................................... 11
13. REDUCTION IN FUNDS ................................................................................................................. 11
14. REAPPROPRIATION ...................................................................................................................... 12
15. OWNERSHIP OF PROJECT/CAPITAL FACILITIES ...................................................................... 12
16. CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR USE FOR GRANTEE-OWNED PROPERTY ............................. 12
17. CHANGE OF USE FOR LEASED PROPERTY PERFORMANCE MEASURE ............................. 12
18. MODIFICATION TO THE PROJECT BUDGET .............................................................................. 13
19. SIGNAGE, MARKERS AND PUBLICATIONS ................................................................................ 13
20. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL ARTIFACTS ................................................................................. 14
21. TERMINATION FOR FRAUD OR MISREPRESENTATION .......................................................... 14
22. FRAUD AND OTHER LOSS REPORTING .................................................................................... 14
23. PUBLIC RECORDS ACT ................................................................................................................ 15
24. APPLICABILITY OF COPYRIGHT PROVISIONS TO ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING DESIGN
WORK ............................................................................................................................................ 15
25. TREATMENT OF ASSETS ............................................................................................................. 15
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS ..................................................................................................... 16
1. DEFINITIONS.................................................................................................................................. 16
2. ACCESS TO DATA ......................................................................................................................... 16
3. ADVANCE PAYMENTS PROHIBITED ........................................................................................... 16
4. ALL WRITINGS CONTAINED HEREIN .......................................................................................... 16
5. ALLOWABLE COSTS ..................................................................................................................... 16
6. AMENDMENTS ............................................................................................................................... 17
7. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) OF 1990, PUBLIC LAW 101-336, ALSO
REFERRED TO AS THE “ADA” 28 CFR PART 35 ....................................................................... 17
8. ASSIGNMENT................................................................................................................................. 17
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
ii
9. ATTORNEYS’ FEES ....................................................................................................................... 17
10. AUDIT .............................................................................................................................................. 17
11. BREACHES OF OTHER STATE CONTRACTS ............................................................................. 18
12. CODE REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................ 18
13. CONFIDENTIALITY/SAFEGUARDING OF INFORMATION .......................................................... 18
14. CONFORMANCE ............................................................................................................................ 19
15. CONFLICT OF INTEREST ............................................................................................................. 19
16. COPYRIGHT PROVISIONS ........................................................................................................... 19
17. DISALLOWED COSTS ................................................................................................................... 20
18. DISPUTES ...................................................................................................................................... 20
19. DUPLICATE PAYMENT .................................................................................................................. 20
20. GOVERNING LAW AND VENUE ................................................................................................... 21
21. INDEMNIFICATION ........................................................................................................................ 21
22. INDEPENDENT CAPACITY OF THE GRANTEE ........................................................................... 21
23. INDUSTRIAL INSURANCE COVERAGE ....................................................................................... 21
24. LAWS .............................................................................................................................................. 21
25. LICENSING, ACCREDITATION, AND REGISTRATION................................................................ 22
26. LIMITATION OF AUTHORITY ........................................................................................................ 22
27. LOCAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COORDINATION ............................................................... 22
28. NONCOMPLIANCE WITH NONDISCRIMINATION LAWS ............................................................ 22
29. PAY EQUITY ................................................................................................................................... 22
30. POLITICAL ACTIVITIES ................................................................................................................. 23
31. PREVAILING WAGE LAW .............................................................................................................. 23
32. PROHIBITION AGAINST PAYMENT OF BONUS OR COMMISSION .......................................... 23
33. PUBLICITY ...................................................................................................................................... 23
34. RECAPTURE .................................................................................................................................. 24
35. RECORDS MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................... 24
36. REGISTRATION WITH DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE AND SECRETARY OF STATE .............. 24
37. RIGHT OF INSPECTION ................................................................................................................ 24
38. SAVINGS ........................................................................................................................................ 24
39. SEVERABILITY ............................................................................................................................... 25
40. SITE SECURITY ............................................................................................................................. 25
41. SUBGRANTING/SUBCONTRACTING ........................................................................................... 25
42. SURVIVAL ....................................................................................................................................... 25
43. TAXES ............................................................................................................................................. 25
44. TERMINATION FOR CAUSE ......................................................................................................... 26
45. TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE ........................................................................................... 26
46. TERMINATION PROCEDURES ..................................................................................................... 26
47. TREATMENT OF ASSETS ............................................................................................................. 27
48. WAIVER .......................................................................................................................................... 27
ATTACHMENT A - SCOPE OF WORK ...................................................................................................... 28
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
iii
ATTACHMENT B - PROJECT BUDGET .................................................................................................... 29
ATTACHMENT C - CERTIFICATION OF THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS TO COMPLETE THE
PROJECT.................................................................................................................................................... 30
ATTACHMENT D - CERTIFICATION OF THE PAYMENT AND REPORTING OF PREVAILING WAGES
.................................................................................................................................................................... 31
ATTACHMENT E - CERTIFICATION OF INTENT TO ENTER THE LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (LEED) CERTIFICATION PROCESS .......................................................... 32
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
4
FACE SHEET
Grant Agreement Number: 24-96647-232
Project Name: Renton Public Square Project
Washington State Department of Commerce
Local Government Division
Local Community Projects
1. GRANTEE 2. GRANTEE Doing Business As (optional)
City of Renton
1055 S Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057-3232
N/A
3. GRANTEE Representative 4. COMMERCE Representative
Amanda Free
Economic Development Acting Director
(425) 430-7369
afree@rentonwa.gov
Katrina Perez
Program Manager
(360) 688-6127
Katrina.Perez@commerce.wa.gov
P.O. Box 42525
1011 Plum Street SE
Olympia, WA 98504-2525
5. Grant Amount 6. Funding Source 7. Start Date 8. End Date
$1,440,450.00 Federal: State:
Other: N/A:
Upon Final Signature June 30, 2025, if funds are not
reappropriated; June 30, 2027,
contingent on reappropriation.
9. Federal Funds (as applicable)
N/A
Federal Agency
N/A
CFDA Number
N/A
10. Tax ID # 11. SWV # 12. UBI # 13. UEI #
91-6001271 SWV0012200-11 177-000-094
14. Grant Purpose
The purpose of this performance-based Grant Agreement is to provide funding for construction to the Renton Public
Square project as described in Attachment A – Scope of Work.
COMMERCE, defined as the Washington State Department of Commerce, and the GRANTEE, as defined above,
acknowledge and accept the terms of this Grant Agreement and attachments and have executed this Grant Agreement on
the date below to start as of the date and year referenced above. The rights and obligations of both parties to this Grant
Agreement are governed by this Grant Agreement and the following other documents incorporated by reference: Grant
Agreement Terms and Conditions including Attachment A – Scope of Work, Attachment B – Budget, Attachment C –
Certification of Availability of Funds to Complete the Project, Attachment D – Certification of the Payment and Reporting of
Prevailing Wages, and Attachment E – Certification of Intent to Enter LEED Process, application as submitted for grant
funding, applicable Local Community Projects Program Notice of Funding Availability, and applicable Local Community
Projects Program Guidelines (as they may be revised from time to time).
FOR GRANTEE FOR COMMERCE
Armondo Pavone,
Mayor
Date
Mark K. Barkley, Assistant Director
Local Government Division
Date
TEMPLATE APPROVED AS TO FORM
Lisa Koperski, Assistant Attorney General, on 7/22/2024
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
5
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
GENERAL GRANT
STATE FUNDS
THIS GRANT AGREEMENT, entered into by and between the Grantee, a unit of local government and
WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, as defined on the Face Sheet of this Grant
Agreement, WITNESSES THAT:
WHEREAS, COMMERCE has the statutory authority under RCW 43.330.050(5) to cooperate
with and provide assistance to local governments, businesses, and community-based
organizations; and
WHEREAS, COMMERCE is also given the responsibility to administer state funds and programs
which are assigned to COMMERCE by the Governor or the Washington State Legislature; and
WHEREAS, the Washington State Legislature has, in Laws of 2023, Chapter 474, Section 1025,
made an appropriation to support the 2024 Local and Community Projects Program, which was
amended in Laws of 2024, Chapter 375, Section 1011, and directed COMMERCE to administer
those funds; and
WHEREAS, the enabling legislation also stipulates that the GRANTEE is eligible to receive
funding for design, acquisition, construction and equipment, or rehabilitation activities of the
Project.
GRANTEE and COMMERCE are individually a “party” and, collectively, the “parties.”
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of covenants, conditions, performances, and promises hereinafter
contained, the parties agree as follows:
1. GRANT MANAGEMENT
The Representative for each of the parties shall be responsible for and shall be the contact person
for all communications and billings regarding the performance of this Grant Agreement.
2. COMPENSATION
COMMERCE shall pay an amount not to exceed $1,440,450.00 for the capital costs necessary for
or incidental to the performance of work as set forth in Attachment A (Scope of Work).
3. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS PERFORMANCE MEASURES
A. The release of state funds under this Grant Agreement is contingent upon the GRANTEE
certifying that it has expended or has access to funds from non-state sources as set forth in
ATTACHMENT C (CERTIFICATION OF THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS TO COMPLETE THE
PROJECT). Such non-state sources may consist of a combination of any of the following:
i. Eligible Project expenditures prior to the execution of this Grant Agreement.
ii. Cash dedicated to the Project.
iii. Funds available through a letter of credit or other binding loan commitment(s).
iv. Pledges from foundations or corporations.
v. Pledges from individual donors.
vi. The value of real property when acquired solely for the purposes of this Project, as
established and evidenced by a current market value appraisal performed by a licensed,
professional real estate appraiser, or a current property tax statement. COMMERCE will
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
6
not consider appraisals for prospective values of such property for the purposes of
calculating the amount of non-state matching fund credit.
vii. In-kind contributions, subject to COMMERCE’S approval.
B. The GRANTEE shall maintain records sufficient to evidence that it has access to or has
expended funds from such non-state sources and shall make such records available for
COMMERCE’s review upon reasonable request.
4. STATE PUBLIC WORKS
For work done at the cost of the State, GRANTEE must comply with public works statutes RCW
39.04 and RCW 39.10, apprenticeship requirements, and the State and local building codes, as
applicable. If GRANTEE has questions about compliance, GRANTEE will need to visit the
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Public Works Projects website for more
information.
5. SITE CONTROL
GRANTEES who receive grants for construction, purchase or renovation of facilities must provide
written evidence of and maintain site control, either through outright ownership of the subject
property or a long-term lease, for a minimum of 10 years after the later of: (1) final grant payment;
or (2) the date when the facility is made usable to the public for the purpose intended by the
Washington State Legislature, including GRANTEE having secured all required licenses,
certifications, and/or permits. GRANTEES must provide written evidence of continuing site control
as may be requested by COMMERCE.
6. DOCUMENTATION AND SECURITY
The provisions of this Section shall apply to capital projects performed by nonprofit organizations
and public benefit corporations that involve the expenditure of over $250,000 in State funds. The
provisions may also apply to Tribes, depending on the location of the Project. Additionally,
COMMERCE reserves the right to review all state-funded projects and to require that projects
performed by other entity types comply with this Section. Projects for which the grant award or
legislative intent documents specify that the state funding is to be used for pre-design or design
only are exempt from this Section.
A. Deed of Trust. This Grant Agreement shall be evidenced by a promissory note and secured by
a deed of trust or other appropriate security instrument in favor of COMMERCE (the Deed of
Trust). The Deed of Trust shall be recorded in the County where the Project is located, and the
original returned to COMMERCE after recordation within 90 calendar days of Grant Agreement
execution. The Deed of Trust must be recorded before COMMERCE will reimburse the
GRANTEE for any Project costs. The amount secured by the Deed of Trust shall be the amount
of the Grant Agreement as set forth on the Face Sheet.
B. Term of Deed of Trust; Commitment Period. The Deed of Trust shall remain in full force and
effect for a minimum period of ten (10) years following the later of: (1) final payment of state
funds to the GRANTEE under this Grant Agreement; or (2) the date when:
i. the facility improved or acquired with grant funds; or
ii. a distinct phase of the Project
is made useable to the public for the purpose intended by the Washington State Legislature (the
Commitment Period). Upon satisfaction of the Commitment Period term requirement and all other
Grant Agreement terms and conditions, COMMERCE shall, upon written request of the
GRANTEE, take appropriate action to reconvey the Deed of Trust.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
7
C. Title Insurance. The GRANTEE shall purchase an extended coverage lender’s policy of title
insurance insuring the lien position of the Deed of Trust in an amount not less than the
amount of the grant.
D. Covenant. If the Project will be partially funded by a loan and the term of said loan is less
than the Commitment Period as defined in Special Terms and Conditions Section 6(B),
COMMERCE may require that GRANTEE record or cause to be recorded a covenant in a
superior lien position ahead of the lender’s security instrument that restricts use of the facility
or property for the purpose(s) stated elsewhere in this Grant Agreement for at least the term
of the Commitment Period as defined in Special Terms and Conditions Section 6(B).
E. Subordination. COMMERCE may agree to subordinate its Deed of Trust upon request from
a private or public lender. Any such request shall be submitted to COMMERCE in writing, and
COMMERCE shall respond to the request in writing within 30 calendar days of receiving the
request.
F. Deed of Trust on Leased Property. COMMERCE may require, at its sole discretion, a Deed
of Trust on the fee interest of the real property where the Project is located, if the Project is
on leased property
7. BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING REAL PROPERTY VALUES FOR ACQUISITIONS OF REAL
PROPERTY PERFORMANCE MEASURES
When all or part of the grant is used to fund the acquisition of real property, before funds are
disbursed, the GRANTEE shall procure and provide to COMMERCE evidence establishing the
value of the real property eligible for reimbursement under this Grant Agreement as follows:
A. GRANTEE purchases of real property from an independent third-party seller shall be evidenced
by a current appraisal prepared by a licensed Washington State commercial real estate appraiser
or a current property tax statement.
B. GRANTEE purchases of real property from a subsidiary organization, such as an affiliated LLC,
shall be evidenced by a current appraisal prepared by a licensed Washington State commercial
real estate appraiser or the prior purchase price of the property plus holding costs, whichever is
less.
8. EXPENDITURES ELIGIBLE FOR REIMBURSEMENT
Payments to the GRANTEE shall be made on a reimbursement basis only. The GRANTEE may be
reimbursed, at the rate set forth elsewhere in this Grant Agreement, for work associated with the
Project expenditures Unless authorized by the Washington State Legislature, only those Project costs
incurred after the date of execution, may be reimbursed. Reimbursable cost are determined by the
Scope of Work, Attachment A. Generally costs within the following cost categories are considered
capital expenditures:
A. Real property, and costs directly associated with such purchase, when purchased or acquired
solely for the purposes of the Project;
B. Design, engineering, architectural, and planning;
C. Construction management and observation (from external sources only);
D. Construction costs including, but not limited to, the following:
i. Site preparation and improvements;
ii. Permits and fees;
iii. Labor and materials;
iv. Taxes on Project goods and services;
v. Capitalized equipment;
vi. Information technology infrastructure; and
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
8
vii. Landscaping.
E. Other costs authorized through the legislation.
9. BILLING PROCEDURES AND PAYMENT
COMMERCE shall reimburse the GRANTEE for up to 100% of each invoice for eligible Project
expenditures, up to the maximum payable under this Grant Agreement. When requesting
reimbursement for expenditures made, the GRANTEE shall submit to COMMERCE a signed and
completed Invoice Voucher (Form A-19), that documents capitalized Project activity performed – by
budget line item – for the billing period. The GRANTEE must submit all Invoice Vouchers and any
required documentation electronically. Submissions shall be in accordance with directions provided
by COMMERCE. Funds are reimbursement based and cannot be advanced under any circumstance.
Disbursements of funds for invoices due and payable within 30 days are not considered advanced
payments.
The GRANTEE shall evidence the costs claimed on each voucher by including copies of each invoice
received from subgrantees/subcontractors providing Project goods or services covered by the Grant
Agreement. The GRANTEE shall also provide COMMERCE with a copy of the cancelled check or
electronic funds transfer, as applicable, that confirms that they have paid each expenditure being
claimed at the time the voucher is submitted or within 30 calendar days of Commerce’s disbursement
of payment. The cancelled checks or electronic funds transfers may be submitted to COMMERCE at
the time the voucher is initially submitted or within 30 calendar days thereafter.
The voucher must be certified (i.e., signed) by an official of the GRANTEE with authority to bind the
GRANTEE. The voucher shall be submitted to COMMERCE within 60 calendar days following the
completion of work or other termination of this Grant Agreement, or within 15 calendar days following
the end of the State biennium unless Grant Agreement funds are re-appropriated by the Washington
State Legislature in accordance with Special Terms and Conditions Section 18 (Reappropriation).
If GRANTEE has or will be submitting any of the invoices attached to a request for payment for partial
reimbursement under another contract or grant agreement, GRANTEE must clearly identify such
contracts or grant agreements in the transmittal letter and request for payment.
Each request for payment must be accompanied by a Project Status Report, which describes, in
narrative form, the progress made on the Project since the last invoice was submitted as well as a
report of Project status to date. COMMERCE will not release payment for any reimbursement request
received unless and until the Project Status Report is received. After approving the Invoice Voucher
and Project Status Report, COMMERCE shall promptly remit a warrant to the GRANTEE. In the
event that the award amount in Special Terms and Conditions Section 2 (Compensation) is expended
before construction completion of the Project, as identified in Attachment A (Scope of Work), the
GRANTEE agrees to continue providing complete Project Status Report updates to their
COMMERCE Representative annually or upon request.
COMMERCE will pay GRANTEE upon receipt and approval of properly completed invoices and
supporting documentation, which shall be submitted to the Representative for COMMERCE not more
often than monthly. After approving the Invoice Voucher and Project Status Report, COMMERCE
shall promptly remit a warrant to the GRANTEE. Payment shall be considered timely if made by
COMMERCE within 30 calendar days after receipt of properly completed invoices. Payment shall be
sent to the address designated by the GRANTEE.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, COMMERCE may, in its sole discretion, holdback up to the final 10%
of grant funds until the Project is complete and the facility has been issued a Certificate of Occupancy
from the appropriate local permitting entity, or for projects without occupiable space, when
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
9
comparable evidence of Project completion is submitted by GRANTEE. The Certificate of Occupancy
/evidence of completion should be submitted with GRANTEE’s final request for reimbursement.
10. CLOSEOUT CERTIFICATION
The GRANTEE shall complete and submit a Closeout Certification Form when:
A. All activities identified in the Scope of Work shown on Attachment A are complete and the Project
is useable to the public for the purpose intended by the Washington State Legislature, or
B. When final payment is made and GRANTEE has certified that the Project will be completed and
the public benefit described will be maintained for the term of the Commitment Period as defined
in Special Terms and Conditions Section 6(B).
Notwithstanding anything in A. or B. above, the right of COMMERCE to recapture funds or seek other
remedies for failure to make the Project usable to the public shall survive the closeout or termination of
this Grant Agreement.
COMMERCE reserves the right to request additional information related to the Project.
11. INSURANCE
A. Insurance Requirements for Reimbursable Activities
The GRANTEE must have insurance coverage that is substantially similar to the coverage described
in Section 12B below for all periods in which GRANTEE performed work for which it will seek
reimbursement. The intent of the required insurance is to protect the State of Washington should
there be any Claims, suits, actions, costs, damages or expenses arising from any loss or negligent or
intentional act or omission of the GRANTEE or subgrantee/subcontractor, or agents of either, while
performing under the terms of this Grant Agreement.
B. Additional Insurance Requirements During the Term of the Grant Agreement
i. The GRANTEE shall provide proof to COMMERCE of insurance coverage that shall be
maintained in full force and effect, as indicated below, and shall submit renewal certificates not
less than 30 calendar days prior to expiration of each policy required under this Section:
a. Commercial General Liability Insurance Policy. Provide a Commercial
General Liability Insurance Policy, including contractual liability, written on an occurrence basis, in
adequate quantity to protect against legal liability arising out of or related to this Grant Agreement
but in no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence. Additionally, the GRANTEE is responsible for
ensuring that any subgrantee/subcontractor provide adequate insurance coverage for the
activities arising out of or related to subgrants/subcontracts (if any). Commercial General Liability
Insurance coverage shall be maintained in full force and effect during the term of this Grant
Agreement and throughout the Commitment Period as defined in Special Terms and Conditions
Section 6(B). This insurance must be maintained throughout the term of the Grant Agreement
and the Commitment Period as defined in Special Terms and Conditions Section 6(B).
b. Property Insurance. The GRANTEE shall keep the property insured in an
amount sufficient to permit such insurance to be written at all times on a replacement cost
basis. Such insurance shall cover the following hazards, as applicable:
1. Loss or damage by fire and such other risks;
2. Loss or damage from leakage or sprinkler systems now or hereafter
installed in any building on the premises;
3. Loss or damage by explosion of steam boilers, pressure vessels, oil or
gasoline storage tanks, or similar apparatus now or hereafter installed in a building or
building on the premises.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
10
This property insurance coverage must be maintained in full force and effect throughout the term
of this Grant Agreement and the Commitment Period as defined in Special Terms and Conditions
Section 6(B).
c. Professional Liability, Errors, and Omissions Insurance. If GRANTEE will be
providing any professional services to be reimbursed under this Grant Agreement, the
GRANTEE shall maintain Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions Insurance with
minimum limits of no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence to cover all activities by the
GRANTEE and licensed staff employed or under contract to the GRANTEE. The State of
Washington, the Department of Commerce, its agents, officers, and employees need not be
named as additional insureds under this policy. This insurance must be maintained throughout
the Commitment Period as defined in Special Terms and Conditions Section 6(B). GRANTEE
shall require that any subgrantees/subcontractors providing professional services that are
reimbursable under this Grant Agreement maintain Professional Liability or Errors and
Omissions Insurance at the coverage levels set forth in this subsection.
d. Fidelity Insurance. Every officer, director, employee, or agent who is authorized
to act on behalf of the GRANTEE for the purpose of receiving or depositing funds into program
accounts or issuing financial documents, checks, or other instruments of payment for program
costs shall be insured to provide protection against loss where:
1. The amount of fidelity coverage secured pursuant to this Grant
Agreement shall be $2,000,000 or the highest of planned reimbursement for the Grant
Agreement period, whichever is lower. Fidelity insurance secured pursuant to this paragraph
shall name the State of Washington, the Department of Commerce, its agents, officers, and
employees as beneficiary.
2. Subgrantees/subcontractors that receive $10,000 or more per year in
funding through this Grant Agreement shall secure fidelity insurance as noted above. Fidelity
insurance secured by subgrantees/subcontractors pursuant to this paragraph shall name the
GRANTEE and the GRANTEE’s fiscal agent (if any) as beneficiary.
3. Fidelity Insurance coverage shall be maintained in full force and effect
from the start date of this Grant Agreement until GRANTEE has submitted a Closeout
Certification Form, subject to the following: Fidelity Insurance must be issued on either (a) a
“loss sustained” basis; or (b) if issued on a “loss-discovered” basis, provide coverage for at
least 6 months following the date of COMMERCE’s receipt of the Closeout Certification Form.
ii. The insurance required shall be issued by an insurance company authorized to do business
within the State of Washington. Except as otherwise set forth in this Section, each insurance
policy shall name “the State of Washington the Department of Commerce, its agents, officers,
and employees” as additional insureds on all policies. All policies shall be primary to any other
valid and collectable insurance. The GRANTEE shall instruct the insurers to give COMMERCE 30
calendar days’ advance notice of any insurance cancellation or modification.
iii. The GRANTEE shall submit to COMMERCE within 15 calendar days of the Grant Agreement
start date, a certificate of insurance which outlines the coverage and limits defined in this
insurance section including, without limitation, the type of insurance coverage under the policy,
the designated beneficiary, who is covered, the amounts, the period of coverage, and that
COMMERCE will be provided 30 days’ advance written notice of cancellation. During the term of
the Grant Agreement, the GRANTEE shall submit renewal certificates not less than 30 calendar
days prior to expiration of each policy required under this Section. Additionally, GRANTEE shall
provide copies of insurance instruments or certifications at COMMERCE’s request and until six
month after COMMERCE has received a Closeout Certification Form from GRANTEE. Copies of
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
11
such insurance instruments and certifications will be provided within 15 calendar days of
COMMERCE’s request unless otherwise agreed to by the parties.
iv. GRANTEES and Local Governments that Participate in a Self-Insurance Program.
Self-Insured/Liability Pool or Self-Insured Risk Management Program – With prior approval from
COMMERCE, the GRANTEE may provide the coverage above under a self-insured/liability pool
or self-insured risk management program. In order to obtain permission from COMMERCE, the
GRANTEE shall provide: (1) a description of its self-insurance program, and (2) a certificate
and/or letter of coverage that outlines coverage limits and deductibles. All self-insured risk
management programs or self-insured/liability pool financial reports must comply with Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and adhere to accounting standards promulgated by: 1)
Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), 2) Financial Accounting Standards Board
(FASB), and 3) the Washington State Auditor’s annual instructions for financial reporting.
GRANTEE’s participating in joint risk pools shall maintain sufficient documentation to support the
aggregate Claim liability information reported on the balance sheet. The State of Washington, the
Department of Commerce, its agents, and employees need not be named as additional insured
under a self-insured property/liability pool, if the pool is prohibited from naming third parties as
additional insured.
GRANTEE shall provide annually to COMMERCE a summary of coverages and a letter of self-
insurance, evidencing continued coverage under GRANTEE’s self-insured/liability pool or self-
insured risk management program. Such annual summary of coverage and letter of self-
insurance will be provided on the anniversary of the start date of this Grant Agreement.
12. ORDER OF PRECEDENCE
In the event of an inconsistency in this Grant Agreement, the inconsistency shall be resolved by
giving precedence in the following order:
1) Applicable federal and State of Washington statutes and regulations
2) Special Terms and Conditions
3) General Terms and Conditions
4) Attachment A – Scope of Work
5) Attachment B – Project Budget
6) Attachment C – Certification of the Availability of Funds to Complete the Project
7) Attachment D – Certification of the Payment and Reporting of Prevailing Wages
8) Attachment E – Certification of Intent to Enter the Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design (LEED) Certification Process
9) Application as submitted by the GRANTEE for funding
10) Notice of Funding Availability
11) Program Guidelines, as revised. GRANTEE acknowledges that the Program Guidelines may
be revised by COMMERCE from time to time and agrees that the most recent version of the
Guidelines shall be applicable. COMMERCE will post notice on its website
https://www.commerce.wa.gov/building-infrastructure/capital-facilities/ drawing attention to
the sections of the Guidelines that have been revised.
13. REDUCTION IN FUNDS
In the event that funds appropriated for the Project contemplated under this Grant Agreement are
withdrawn, reduced, or limited in any way by the Governor or the Washington State Legislature, or
other funding source, during the Grant Agreement period, the parties understand and agree that
COMMERCE may suspend, amend, or terminate the Grant Agreement to abide by the revised
funding limitations. The parties understand and agree that GRANTEE shall be bound by any such
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
12
revised funding limitations as implemented at the discretion of COMMERCE and shall meet and
renegotiate the Grant Agreement accordingly.
14. REAPPROPRIATION
A. The parties hereto understand and agree that any State funds not expended by the End Date
listed on the Face Sheet will lapse on that date unless specifically reappropriated by the
Washington State Legislature. If funds are so reappropriated, the State's obligation under the
terms of this Grant Agreement shall be contingent upon the terms of such reappropriation.
B. In the event any funds awarded under this Grant Agreement are reappropriated for use in a future
biennium, COMMERCE reserves the right to assign a reasonable share of any such
reappropriation for administrative costs.
15. OWNERSHIP OF PROJECT/CAPITAL FACILITIES
COMMERCE makes no claim to any real property improved or constructed with funds awarded under
this Grant Agreement and does not assert and will not acquire any ownership interest in or title to the
capital facilities and/or equipment constructed or purchased with state funds under this Grant
Agreement; provided, however, that COMMERCE may be granted a security interest in real
property to secure funds awarded under this Grant Agreement. This provision does not extend to
Claims that COMMERCE may bring against the GRANTEE in recapturing funds expended in violation
of this Grant Agreement.
16. CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR USE FOR GRANTEE-OWNED PROPERTY
A. The GRANTEE understands and agrees that any and all real property or facilities owned by the
GRANTEE that are acquired, constructed, or otherwise improved using state funds under this
Grant Agreement shall be held and used by the GRANTEE for the purpose or purposes stated
elsewhere in this Grant Agreement for the Commitment Period as defined in Special Terms and
Conditions Section 6(B).
B. This provision shall not be construed to prohibit the GRANTEE from selling any property or
properties described in this Section; provided, however, that any such sale shall be subject to
prior review and approval by COMMERCE and that all proceeds from such sale shall be applied
to the purchase price of a different facility or facilities of equal or greater value than the original
facility and that any such new facility or facilities will be used for the purpose or purposes stated
elsewhere in this Grant Agreement.
C. In the event the GRANTEE is found to be out of compliance with this Section, the GRANTEE
shall repay to the state general fund pursuant to General Terms and Conditions Section 34, the
principal amount of the funds disbursed under the Grant Agreement, along with interest at the
rate of the higher of: (i) five percent (5%) per annum, or (ii) the rate of interest of state of
Washington general obligation bonds issued on the date most close in time to the effective date
in which legislation authorized funding for the subject facility. Repayment shall be made pursuant
to General Terms and Conditions Section 27 (Recapture). This repayment is in addition to any
other remedies available at law or in equity.
17. CHANGE OF USE FOR LEASED PROPERTY PERFORMANCE MEASURE
A. The GRANTEE understands and agrees that any and all real property or facilities leased by the
GRANTEE that are constructed, renovated, or otherwise improved using state funds under this
Grant Agreement shall be used by the GRANTEE for the purpose or purposes stated elsewhere
in this Grant Agreement for a period of the Commitment Period as defined in Special Terms and
Conditions Section 6(B).
B. In the event the GRANTEE is found to be out of compliance with this Section, the GRANTEE
shall repay to the state general fund pursuant to General Terms and Conditions Section 34, the
principal amount of the funds disbursed under the Grant Agreement, along with interest at the
rate of the higher of: (i) five percent (5%) per annum, or (ii) the rate of interest of state of
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
13
Washington general obligation bonds issued on the date most close in time to the effective date
in which legislation authorized funding for the subject facility Repayment shall be made pursuant
to General Terms and Conditions Section 27 (Recapture). This repayment is in addition to any
other remedies available at law or in equity.
18. MODIFICATION TO THE PROJECT BUDGET
A. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Grant Agreement, the GRANTEE may, at its
discretion, make modifications to line items in Attachment B (Project Budget) that will not increase
the line item by more than 15%.
B. The GRANTEE shall notify COMMERCE in writing (by email or regular mail) when proposing any
budget modification or modifications to a line item in Attachment B (Project Budget) that would
increase the line item by more than 15%. Conversely, COMMERCE may initiate the budget
modification approval process if presented with a request for payment under this Grant
Agreement that would cause one or more budget line items to exceed the 15% threshold increase
described above.
C. Any such budget modification or modifications as described above shall require the written
approval of COMMERCE (by email or regular mail), and such written approval shall amend the
Project Budget. Each party to this Grant Agreement will retain and make any and all documents
related to such budget modifications a part of their respective Grant Agreement file.
D. Nothing in this Section shall be construed to permit an increase in the amount of funds available
for the Project, as set forth in Special Terms and Conditions Section 2 (Compensation) of this
Grant Agreement.
19. SIGNAGE, MARKERS AND PUBLICATIONS
A. Taxpayers of Washington State as participant in funding Project
If, during the period covered by this Grant Agreement, the GRANTEE displays or circulates any
communication, publication, or donor recognition identifying the financial participants in the
Project, any such communication or publication must identify “The Taxpayers of Washington
State” as a participant.
B. Ensure coordinated Climate Commitment Act branding.
If Climate Commitment Act funding is involved in this Grant Agreement, then the following
provisions apply to GRANTEE and its subgrantees/subcontractors including, without limitation,
any and all contractors, subgrantees/subcontractors, service providers, and others who assist
GRANTEE in implementing the Project in order to strengthen public awareness of how CCA
funding is used and to ensure consistent branding and funding acknowledgments:
i. Funding source acknowledgement. - The GRANTEE must display or circulate in any and all
communications including, without limitation, on websites and in announcements, press
releases, and publications used for media-related activities, publicity, and public outreach
that: “The is supported with funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act. The CCA
supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work
reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the
CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov.”
ii. Include the “Climate Commitment Act” logo at climate.wa.gov/brandtoolkit, consistent with the
branding guidelines posted at climate.wa.gov/brandtoolkit for:
a. any Project website or webpage that includes logos from other funding partners;
and/or
b. any Project media or public information materials that include logos from other
funding partners; and/or
c. On-site signage, to the extent possible. By way of example only, this means that for
consumer-related projects or programs, a decal may be placed on front of installed
heat pump or a logo printed on a delivery tag.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
14
iii. The GRANTEE is responsible for ensuring that its subgrantees/subcontractors comply with
Section 19(B).
20. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL ARTIFACTS
Prior to approval and disbursement of any funds awarded under this Grant Agreement, GRANTEE
shall cooperate with COMMERCE to complete the requirements of Governor’s Executive Order 21-02
or GRANTEE shall complete a review under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, if
applicable. GRANTEE agrees that the GRANTEE is legally and financially responsible for compliance
with all laws, regulations, and agreements related to the preservation of historical or cultural
resources and agrees to hold harmless COMMERCE and the State of Washington in relation to any
claim related to such historical or cultural resources discovered, disturbed, or damaged as a result of
the Project funded by this Grant Agreement.
In addition to the requirements set forth in this Grant Agreement, GRANTEE shall, in accordance with
Governor’s Executive Order 21-02 as applicable, coordinate with COMMERCE and the Washington
State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP), including any recommended
consultation with any affected tribe(s), during Project design and prior to construction to determine the
existence of any tribal cultural resources affected by Project. GRANTEE agrees to avoid, minimize, or
mitigate impacts to the cultural resource as a continuing prerequisite to receipt of funds under this
Grant Agreement.
The GRANTEE agrees that, unless the GRANTEE is proceeding under an approved historical and
cultural monitoring plan or other memorandum of agreement, if historical or cultural artifacts are
discovered during construction, the GRANTEE shall immediately stop construction and notify the
local historical preservation officer and the State's historical preservation officer at DAHP, and the
COMMERCE Representative identified on the Face Sheet. If human remains are uncovered, the
GRANTEE shall report the presence and location of the remains to the coroner and local enforcement
immediately, then contact DAHP and the concerned tribe's cultural staff or committee.
The GRANTEE shall require this provision to be contained in all subgrants/subcontracts for work or
services related to the Project described in Attachment A (Scope of Work).
In addition to the requirements set forth in this Grant Agreement, GRANTEE agrees to comply with
RCW 27.44 regarding Indian Graves and Records, RCW 27.53 regarding Archaeological Sites and
Resources, RCW 68.60 regarding Abandoned and Historic Cemeteries and Historic Graves, and
WAC 25-48 regarding Archaeological Excavation and Removal Permits.
Completion of the requirements of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act shall
substitute for completion of Governor’s Executive Order 21-02.
In the event that the GRANTEE finds it necessary to amend the Project described in Attachment A
(Scope of Work), the GRANTEE may be required to re-comply with Governor's Executive Order 21-
02 or Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
21. TERMINATION FOR FRAUD OR MISREPRESENTATION
In the event the GRANTEE commits fraud or makes any misrepresentation in connection with the
grant application or during the performance of this Grant Agreement, COMMERCE reserves the right
to terminate or amend this Grant Agreement accordingly, including the right to recapture all funds
disbursed to the GRANTEE under the Grant Agreement.
22. FRAUD AND OTHER LOSS REPORTING
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
15
GRANTEE shall report in writing all known or suspected fraud or other loss of any funds or other
property furnished under this Grant Agreement immediately or as soon as practicable to the
COMMERCE Representative identified on the Face Sheet.
23. PUBLIC RECORDS ACT
Notwithstanding General Terms and Conditions Section 13 (Confidentiality/Safeguarding of
Information), COMMERCE is a public agency subject to the Public Records Act, RCW 42.56 (PRA).
Under the PRA, all materials relating to the conduct of government or the performance of any
governmental or proprietary function prepared, owned, used, or retained by COMMERCE or its
functional equivalents are considered public records. The PRA requires that public records
responsive to a public records request be promptly produced unless the PRA or an “other statute”
exempts such records from production. This Grant Agreement is not intended to alter COMMERCE’s
obligations under the PRA. The parties agree that if COMMERCE receives a public records request
for files that may include confidential information under General Terms and Conditions Section 13
(Confidentiality/Safeguarding of Information), COMMERCE may notify the other party of the request
and of the date that the records will be released to the requester unless GRANTEE obtains a court
order enjoining disclosure. If the GRANTEE fails to obtain the court order enjoining disclosure,
COMMERCE may release the requested information on the date specified. If the GRANTEE obtains
a court order from a court of competent jurisdiction enjoining disclosure pursuant to the PRA,
COMMERCE shall maintain the confidentiality of the information per the court order.
24. APPLICABILITY OF COPYRIGHT PROVISIONS TO ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING
DESIGN WORK
General Terms and Conditions Section 16 (Copyright Provisions) are not intended to apply to any
architectural and engineering design work funded by this Grant Agreement.
25. TREATMENT OF ASSETS
Title to all property furnished by COMMERCE shall remain in COMMERCE. General Terms and
Conditions Section 47 (Treatment of Assets) is superseded by this provision.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
16
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
GENERAL GRANT
STATE FUNDS
1. DEFINITIONS
As used throughout this Grant Agreement, the following terms shall have the meaning set forth
below:
A. “Authorized Representative” shall mean the Director and/or the designee authorized in writing
to act on the Director’s behalf.
B. “Claim” shall mean any and all claims, losses, costs, damage, expenses, liabilities, liens,
actions, causes of action (whether in tort or contract, law or equity, or otherwise), and
attorneys’ fees and costs.
C. “COMMERCE” shall mean the Washington State Department of Commerce.
D. “Grant Agreement” shall mean the entire written agreement between COMMERCE and the
GRANTEE, including any attachments, exhibits, documents, or materials incorporated by
reference, and any amendments executed by the parties.
E. "GRANTEE" shall mean the entity identified on the Face Sheet performing service(s) under
this Grant Agreement and shall include all employees and agents of the GRANTEE.
F. “Personal Information” shall mean information identifiable to any person, including, but not
limited to, information that relates to a person’s name, health, finances, education, business,
use, or receipt of governmental services or other activities, addresses, telephone numbers,
social security numbers, driver license numbers, other identifying numbers, and any financial
identifiers.
G. ”State” shall mean the State of Washington.
H. "Subgrantee/subcontractor" shall mean one not in the employment of the GRANTEE, who is
performing all or part of those services under this Grant Agreement under a separate
subcontract or subgrant with the GRANTEE. The term “subgrantee/subcontractor” refers to
any tier.
2. ACCESS TO DATA
In compliance with RCW 39.26.180, the GRANTEE shall provide access to data generated under
this Grant Agreement to COMMERCE, the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee, and the
Office of the State Auditor at no additional cost. This includes access to all information that supports
the findings, conclusions, and recommendations of the GRANTEE’s reports, including computer
models and the methodology for those models.
3. ADVANCE PAYMENTS PROHIBITED
No payments in advance of or in anticipation of goods or services to be provided under this Grant
Agreement shall be made by COMMERCE.
4. ALL WRITINGS CONTAINED HEREIN
This Grant Agreement contains all the terms and conditions agreed upon by the parties. Such
amendments shall not be binding unless they are in writing and signed by personnel authorized to
bind each of the parties. No other understandings, oral or otherwise, regarding the subject matter
of this Grant Agreement shall be deemed to exist or to bind any of the parties hereto.
5. ALLOWABLE COSTS
Costs allowable under this Grant Agreement are actual expenditures according to an approved
budget up to the maximum amount stated on the Grant Agreement Award or Amendment Face
Sheet.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
17
6. AMENDMENTS
This Grant Agreement may be amended by mutual agreement of the parties. Such amendments
shall not be binding unless they are in writing and signed by personnel authorized to bind each of
the parties. No other understandings, oral or otherwise, regarding the subject matter of this Grant
Agreement shall be deemed to exist or to bind any of the parties hereto.
7. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) OF 1990, PUBLIC LAW 101-336, ALSO
REFERRED TO AS THE “ADA” 28 CFR PART 35
The GRANTEE must comply with the ADA, which provides comprehensive civil rights protection to
individuals with disabilities in the areas of employment, public accommodations, state and local
government services, and telecommunications.
8. ASSIGNMENT
Neither this Grant Agreement nor any Claim arising under this Grant Agreement, shall be
transferred or assigned by the GRANTEE without prior written consent of COMMERCE.
9. ATTORNEYS’ FEES
Unless expressly permitted under another provision of the Grant Agreement, in the event of
litigation or other action brought to enforce Grant Agreement terms, each party agrees to bear its
own attorneys’ fees and costs.
10. AUDIT
A. General Requirements
COMMERCE reserves the right to require an audit. If required, GRANTEEs are to procure
audit services and provide documentation of the audit to COMMERCE based on the following
guidelines.
The GRANTEE shall maintain its records and accounts so as to facilitate audits and shall
ensure that subgrantees/subcontractors also maintain auditable records.
The GRANTEE is responsible for any audit exceptions incurred by its own organization or
that of its subgrantees/subcontractors.
COMMERCE reserves the right to recover from the GRANTEE all disallowed costs resulting
from the audit.
Responses to any unresolved management findings and disallowed or questioned costs shall
be included with the audit report. The GRANTEE must respond to COMMERCE requests for
information or corrective action concerning audit issues within 30 calendar days of the date of
request.
B. State Funds Requirements
In the event an audit is required, if the GRANTEE is a state or local government entity, the
Office of the State Auditor shall conduct the audit. Audits of non-profit organizations are to be
conducted by a qualified certified public accountant.
The GRANTEE shall include the above audit requirements in any and all subgrants or
subcontracts.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
18
In any case, the GRANTEE’s records must be available for review by COMMERCE at any
time during the Commitment Period as defined in Special Terms and Conditions Section 6(B).
C. Documentation Requirements
The GRANTEE must send a copy of the audit report described above no later than 9 months
after the end of the GRANTEE’s fiscal year(s) by sending a scanned copy to
comacctoffice@commerce.wa.gov or a hard copy to:
Washington State Department of Commerce
ATTN: Audit Review and Resolution Office
1011 Plum Street SE
PO Box 42525
Olympia. WA 98504-2525
In addition to sending a copy of the audit, when applicable, the GRANTEE must include:
i. Corrective action plan for audit findings within three (3) months of the audit being
received by COMMERCE; and
ii. Copy of the Management Letter.
If the GRANTEE is required to obtain a single audit consistent with Circular A-133
requirements, a copy must be provided to COMMERCE; no other report is required.
11. BREACHES OF OTHER STATE CONTRACTS
GRANTEE is expected to comply with all other contracts and grant agreements executed between
GRANTEE and the State of Washington. A breach of any other contract or grant agreement entered
into between GRANTEE and the State of Washington may, in COMMERCE's sole discretion, be
deemed a breach of this Grant Agreement.
12. CODE REQUIREMENTS
All construction and rehabilitation projects must satisfy the requirements of applicable local, state,
and federal building, mechanical, plumbing, fire, energy and barrier-free codes. Compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 28 C.F.R. Part 35 will be required, as specified by the
local building Department.
13. CONFIDENTIALITY/SAFEGUARDING OF INFORMATION
A. “Confidential Information” as used in this Section includes:
i. All material provided to the GRANTEE by COMMERCE that is designated as
“confidential” by COMMERCE; and
ii. All material produced by the GRANTEE that is designated as “confidential” by
COMMERCE; and
iii. All Personal Information in the possession of the GRANTEE that may not be disclosed
under state or federal law.
B. The GRANTEE shall comply with all state and federal laws related to the use, sharing,
transfer, sale, or disclosure of Confidential Information. The GRANTEE shall use Confidential
Information solely for the purposes of this Grant Agreement and shall not use, share, transfer,
sell, or disclose any Confidential Information to any third party except with the prior written
consent of COMMERCE or as may be required by law. The GRANTEE shall take all
necessary steps to assure that Confidential Information is safeguarded to prevent
unauthorized use, sharing, transfer, sale, or disclosure of Confidential Information or violation
of any related state or federal laws. Upon request, the GRANTEE shall provide COMMERCE
with its policies and procedures on confidentiality. COMMERCE may require changes to such
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
19
policies and procedures as they apply to this Grant Agreement whenever COMMERCE
reasonably determines that changes are necessary to prevent unauthorized disclosures. The
GRANTEE shall make the changes within the time period specified by COMMERCE. Upon
request, the GRANTEE shall immediately return to COMMERCE any Confidential Information
that COMMERCE reasonably determines has not been adequately protected by the
GRANTEE against unauthorized disclosure.
C. Unauthorized Use or Disclosure. The GRANTEE shall notify COMMERCE within 5 working
days of GRANTEE’s discovery of any unauthorized use or disclosure of any confidential
information and shall take necessary steps to mitigate the harmful effects of such use or
disclosure.
14. CONFORMANCE
If any provision of this Grant Agreement violates any statute or rule of law of the State of
Washington, it is considered modified to conform to that statute or rule of law.
15. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Notwithstanding any determination by the Executive Ethics Board or other tribunal, COMMERCE
may, in its sole discretion, by written notice to the GRANTEE terminate this Grant Agreement if it
is found after due notice and examination by COMMERCE that there is a violation of the Ethics in
Public Service Act, RCW 42.52 and RCW 42.23, or any similar statute involving the GRANTEE in
the procurement of, or performance under, this Grant Agreement.
Specific restrictions apply to contracting with current or former state employees pursuant to RCW
42.52. The GRANTEE and all subgrantees/subcontractors (if any) must identify any person
employed in any capacity by the State of Washington that worked on this Grant Agreement, or any
matter related to the Project funded under this Grant Agreement or any other state funded project,
including, but not limited to, formulating or drafting legislation, participating in grant procurement,
planning and execution, awarding grants, or monitoring grants, during the 24 month period
preceding the start date of this Grant Agreement. Any person identified by the GRANTEE and their
subgrantees/subcontractors (if any) must be identified individually by name, the agency previously
or currently employed by, job title or position held, and separation date. If it is determined by
COMMERCE that a conflict of interest exists, the GRANTEE may be disqualified from further
consideration for the award of a grant.
In the event this Grant Agreement is terminated as provided above, COMMERCE shall be entitled
to pursue the same remedies against the GRANTEE as it could pursue in the event of a breach of
the Grant Agreement by the GRANTEE. The rights and remedies of COMMERCE provided for in
this clause shall not be exclusive and are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by
law. The existence of facts upon which COMMERCE makes any determination under this clause
shall be an issue and may be reviewed as provided in Section 18 General Terms and Conditions
(Disputes) of this Grant Agreement.
16. COPYRIGHT PROVISIONS
Unless otherwise provided, all Materials produced under this Grant Agreement shall be considered
"works for hire" as defined by the U.S. Copyright Act and shall be owned by COMMERCE.
COMMERCE shall be considered the author of such Materials. In the event that the Materials are
not considered “works for hire” under the U.S. Copyright laws, the GRANTEE hereby irrevocably
assigns all right, title, and interest in all Materials, including all intellectual property rights, moral
rights, and rights of publicity to COMMERCE effective from the moment of creation of such
Materials.
“Materials” means all items in any format and includes, but is not limited to, data, reports,
documents, pamphlets, advertisements, books, magazines, surveys, studies, computer programs,
films, tapes, and/or sound reproductions. “Ownership” includes the right to copyright, patent, and
register as well as the ability to transfer these rights.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
20
For Materials that are delivered under the Grant Agreement, but that incorporate pre-existing
materials not produced under the Grant Agreement, the GRANTEE grants to COMMERCE a
nonexclusive, royalty-free, irrevocable license (with rights to sublicense to others) in such Materials
to translate, reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works, publicly perform, and publicly display.
The GRANTEE warrants and represents that the GRANTEE has all rights and permissions,
including intellectual property rights, moral rights, and rights of publicity, necessary to grant such a
license to COMMERCE.
The GRANTEE shall exert all reasonable effort to advise COMMERCE, at the time of delivery of
Materials furnished under this Grant Agreement, of all known or potential invasions of privacy
contained therein and of any portion of such document which was not produced in the performance
of this Grant Agreement. The GRANTEE shall provide COMMERCE with prompt written notice of
each notice or claim of infringement received by the GRANTEE with respect to any Materials
delivered under this Grant Agreement. COMMERCE shall have the right to modify or remove any
restrictive markings placed upon the Materials by the GRANTEE.
17. DISALLOWED COSTS
The GRANTEE is responsible for any audit exceptions or disallowed costs incurred by its own
organization or that of its subgrantees/subcontractors.
18. DISPUTES
Except as otherwise provided in this Grant Agreement, when a dispute arises between the parties
and it cannot be resolved by direct negotiation, either party may request a dispute hearing with the
Director of COMMERCE, who may designate a neutral person to decide the dispute.
The request for a dispute hearing must:
i. be in writing;
ii. state the disputed issues;
iii. state the relative positions of the parties;
iv. state the GRANTEE's name, address, and Grant Agreement number; and
v. be mailed to the Director and the other party’s (respondent’s) Grant Agreement
Representative within 3 working days after the parties agree that they cannot resolve the
dispute.
The respondent shall send a written answer to the requestor’s statement to both the Director or the
Director’s designee and the requestor within 5 working days.
The Director or designee shall review the written statements and reply in writing to both parties
within 10 working days. The Director or designee may extend this period if necessary by notifying
the parties.
The decision shall not be admissible in any succeeding judicial or quasi-judicial proceeding.
The parties agree that this dispute process shall precede any action in a judicial or quasi-judicial
tribunal.
Nothing in this Grant Agreement shall be construed to limit the parties’ choice of a mutually
acceptable alternate dispute resolution (ADR) method in addition to the dispute hearing procedure
outlined above.
19. DUPLICATE PAYMENT
COMMERCE shall not pay the GRANTEE, if the GRANTEE has charged or will charge the State
of Washington or any other party under any other grant, subgrant/subcontract, contract, or
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
21
agreement, for the same services or expenses. The GRANTEE certifies that work to be performed
under this Grant Agreement does not duplicate any work to be charged against any other grant,
subgrant/subcontract, contract, or agreement.
20. GOVERNING LAW AND VENUE
This Grant Agreement shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State
of Washington, and the venue of any action brought shall be in the Superior Court for Thurston
County.
21. INDEMNIFICATION
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the GRANTEE shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless
the State of Washington, COMMERCE, agencies of the State, and all officials, agents, employees,
and representatives of the State, from and against all Claims for injuries or death arising out of or
resulting from the performance of the Grant Agreement.
The GRANTEE’S obligation to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless includes any Claim by any
and all of GRANTEE’S agents, employees, representatives, and/or subgrantee(s)/subcontractor(s)
(and their agents, employees, and representatives, to the extent that GRANTEE is using any
subgrantee/subcontractor for the Project).
The GRANTEE’S obligations shall not include such Claims that may be caused by the sole
negligence of the State and its agencies, officials, agents, and/or employees. If the Claims or
damages are caused by or result from the concurrent negligence of (a) the State, its agents, and/or
employees and (b) the GRANTEE, its subgrantees/subcontractors, agents, and/or employees, this
indemnity provision shall be valid and enforceable only to the extent of the negligence of the
GRANTEE (and/or its subgrantees/subcontractors) and their agents, officers, representatives,
and/or employees.
The GRANTEE waives its immunity under RCW 51 to the extent it is required to indemnify, defend,
and hold harmless the State and its agencies, officers, agents, and/or employees.
22. INDEPENDENT CAPACITY OF THE GRANTEE
The parties intend that an independent contractor relationship will be created by this Grant
Agreement. The GRANTEE and its employees, officers, representatives, and/or agents performing
under this Grant Agreement are not employees or agents of the State of Washington or
COMMERCE. The GRANTEE will not hold itself out as or claim to be an officer or employee of
COMMERCE or of the State of Washington by reason hereof, nor will the GRANTEE make any
claim of right, privilege, or benefit which would accrue to such officer or employee under law.
Conduct and control of the work associated with the Project will be solely with the GRANTEE.
23. INDUSTRIAL INSURANCE COVERAGE
The GRANTEE shall comply with all applicable provisions of RCW 51 (Industrial Insurance). If the
GRANTEE fails to provide industrial insurance coverage or fails to pay premiums or penalties on
behalf of its employees as may be required by law, COMMERCE may collect from the GRANTEE
the full amount payable to the Industrial Insurance Accident Fund. COMMERCE may deduct the
amount owed by the GRANTEE to the accident fund from the amount payable to the GRANTEE
by COMMERCE under this Grant Agreement and transmit the deducted amount to the Department
of Labor and Industries (L&I) Division of Insurance Services. This provision does not waive any of
L&I’s rights to collect from the GRANTEE.
24. LAWS
The GRANTEE shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, codes, regulations, and policies
of local and state and federal governments, as now or hereafter amended.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
22
25. LICENSING, ACCREDITATION, AND REGISTRATION
The GRANTEE shall comply with all applicable local, state, and federal licensing, accreditation,
and registration requirements or standards necessary for the performance of this Grant Agreement.
26. LIMITATION OF AUTHORITY
Only the Authorized Representative or Authorized Representative’s delegate by writing (delegation
to be made prior to action) shall have the express, implied, or apparent authority to enter, alter,
amend, modify, or waive any clause or condition of this Grant Agreement. Furthermore, any
alteration, amendment, modification, or waiver of any clause or condition of this Grant Agreement
is not effective or binding unless made in writing and signed by the Authorized Representative.
27. LOCAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COORDINATION
Where applicable, GRANTEE shall participate in local public transportation forums and implement
strategies designed to ensure access to services.
28. NONCOMPLIANCE WITH NONDISCRIMINATION LAWS
A. During the performance of this Grant Agreement, the GRANTEE, including any
subgrantee/subcontractor, shall comply with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination
laws, regulations, and policies including, but not be limited to, not discriminate on the bases
enumerated at RCW 49.60.530(3). In addition, GRANTEE, including any subcontractor, shall
give written notice of this nondiscrimination requirement to any labor organizations with which
GRANTEE, or subgrantee/subcontractor, has a collective bargaining or other agreement. The
funds provided under this Grant Agreement shall not be used to fund religious worship,
exercise, or instruction. No person shall be required to participate in any religious worship,
exercise, or instruction in order to have access to the facilities funded by this Grant
Agreement.
B. Obligation to Cooperate. GRANTEE, including any subcontractor, shall cooperate and
comply with any Washington state agency investigation regarding any allegation that
GRANTEE, including any subgrantee/subcontractor, has engaged in discrimination prohibited
by this Agreement pursuant to RCW 49.60.530(3).
C. Default. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, COMMERCE may suspend
GRANTEE, including any subgrantee/subcontractor, upon notice of a failure to participate
and cooperate with any state agency investigation into alleged discrimination prohibited by
this Contract, pursuant to RCW 49.60.530(3). Any such suspension will remain in place until
COMMERCE receives notification that GRANTEE, including any subgrantee/subcontractor, is
cooperating with the investigating state agency. In the event GRANTEE, or
subgrantee/subcontractor, is determined to have engaged in discrimination identified at RCW
49.60.530(3), COMMERCE may terminate this Agreement in whole or in part, and
GRANTEE, subgrantee/subcontractor, or both, may be referred for debarment as provided in
RCW 39.26.200. GRANTEE or subgrantee/subcontractor may be given a reasonable time in
which to cure this noncompliance, including implementing conditions consistent with any
court-ordered injunctive relief or settlement agreement.
29. PAY EQUITY
The GRANTEE agrees to ensure that “similarly employed” individuals in its workforce are
compensated as equals, consistent with the following:
A. Employees are “similarly employed” if the individuals work for the same employer, the
performance of the job requires comparable skill, effort, and responsibility, and the jobs
are performed under similar working conditions. Job titles alone are not determinative of
whether employees are similarly employed;
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
23
B. GRANTEE may allow differentials in compensation for its workers if the differentials are
based in good faith and on any of the following:
i. A seniority system; a merit system; a system that measures earnings by quantity or
quality of production; a bona fide job-related factor or factors; or a bona fide regional
difference in compensation levels; and/or
ii. A bona fide job-related factor or factors may include, but not be limited to, education,
training, or experience that is: Consistent with business necessity; not based on or
derived from a gender-based differential; and accounts for the entire differential;
and/or
iii. A bona fide regional difference in compensation level must be: Consistent with
business necessity; not based on or derived from a gender-based differential; and
account for the entire differential.
This Grant Agreement may be terminated by COMMERCE, if COMMERCE or the Department of
Enterprise Services determines that the GRANTEE is not in compliance with this Section.
30. POLITICAL ACTIVITIES
Political activity of GRANTEE employees and officers are limited by the Campaign Disclosure and
Contribution provisions of RCW 42.17a and the Federal Hatch Act, 5 USC 1501 - 1508.
No funds may be used for working for or against ballot measures or for or against the candidacy of
any person for public office.
31. PREVAILING WAGE LAW
The GRANTEE certifies that all subgrantees/subcontractors performing work on the Project shall
comply with State Prevailing Wages on Public Works, RCW 39.12, as applicable to the Project
funded by this Grant Agreement, including, but not limited to, the filing of the “Statement of Intent
to Pay Prevailing Wages” and “Affidavit of Wages Paid” as required by RCW 39.12.040. The
GRANTEE shall maintain records sufficient to evidence compliance with RCW 39.12 and shall
make such records available for COMMERCE’s review upon request. The GRANTEE is advised to
consult the Industrial Statistician at the Washington Department of Labor and Industries to
determine whether prevailing wages must be paid. COMMERCE is not responsible for determining
whether prevailing wage applies to this Project or for any prevailing wage payments that may be
required by law.
32. PROHIBITION AGAINST PAYMENT OF BONUS OR COMMISSION
The funds provided under this Grant Agreement shall not be used in payment of any bonus or
commission for the purpose of obtaining approval of the application for such funds or any other
approval or concurrence under this Grant Agreement provided, however, that reasonable fees or
bona fide technical consultant, managerial, or other such services, other than actual solicitation,
are not hereby prohibited if otherwise eligible as Project costs.
33. PUBLICITY
The GRANTEE agrees not to publish or use any advertising or publicity materials in which the State
of Washington or COMMERCE’s name is mentioned, or language used from which the connection
with the State of Washington’s or COMMERCE’s name may reasonably be inferred or implied,
without the prior written consent of COMMERCE.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
24
34. RECAPTURE
In the event that the GRANTEE fails to perform this Grant Agreement in accordance with state or
federal laws, and/or the provisions of this Grant Agreement, COMMERCE reserves the right to
recapture funds in an amount to compensate COMMERCE for the noncompliance (which may
include all funds disbursed under the Grant Agreement, along with interest at the rate of the higher
of: (i) five percent (5%) per annum, or (ii) the rate of interest of state of Washington general
obligation bonds issued on the date most close in time to the effective date in which legislation
authorized funding for the subject facility) in addition to any other remedies available at law or in
equity.
COMMERCE’s ability to recapture or seek remedies shall survive any receipt of a Closeout
Certification Form or termination of this Grant Agreement.
Repayment by the GRANTEE of funds under this Section shall occur within the time period
specified by COMMERCE. In the alternative, COMMERCE may recapture such funds from
payments due under this Grant Agreement.
35. RECORDS MAINTENANCE
The GRANTEE shall maintain books, records, documents, data, and other evidence relating to this
Grant Agreement and performance of the services described herein, including, but not limited to,
accounting procedures and practices that sufficiently and properly reflect all direct and indirect
costs of any nature expended in the performance of this Grant Agreement.
GRANTEE shall retain such records for a period of 6 years following the date of final payment. At
no additional cost, these records, including materials generated under the Grant Agreement, shall
be subject at all reasonable times to inspection, review, or audit by COMMERCE, personnel duly
authorized by COMMERCE, the Office of the State Auditor, and federal and state officials so
authorized by law, regulation, or agreement.
If any litigation, Claim, or audit is started before the expiration of the 6 year period, the records shall
be retained until all litigation, Claims, or audit findings involving the records have been resolved.
36. REGISTRATION WITH DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE AND SECRETARY OF STATE
If required by law, the GRANTEE shall complete registration with the Washington State Department
of Revenue and current with all required filings. Nonprofit and for-profit businesses must also be
registered with the Washington Secretary of State.
37. RIGHT OF INSPECTION
At no additional cost, the GRANTEE shall provide right of access to its facilities to COMMERCE,
or any of its officers, or to any other authorized agent or official of the State of Washington or the
federal government, at all reasonable times, in order to monitor and evaluate performance,
compliance, and/or quality assurance under this Grant Agreement. At no additional cost, the
GRANTEE shall also provide any documents related to this Grant Agreement to COMMERCE upon
request to assist COMMERCE in the periodic monitoring of this Grant Agreement.
38. SAVINGS
In the event funding from state, federal, or other sources is withdrawn, reduced, or limited in any
way after the effective date of this Grant Agreement and prior to normal completion, COMMERCE
may terminate the Grant Agreement under the "Termination for Convenience" clause, without the
10 calendar day notice requirement. In lieu of termination, the Grant Agreement may be amended
to reflect the new funding limitations and conditions.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
25
39. SEVERABILITY
The provisions of this Grant Agreement are intended to be severable. If any term or provision is
illegal or invalid for any reason whatsoever, such illegality or invalidity shall not affect the validity of
the remainder of the Grant Agreement.
40. SITE SECURITY
While on COMMERCE premises, GRANTEE, its agents, employees, and/or
subgrantees/subcontractors shall conform in all respects with physical, fire, and other security
policies or regulations.
41. SUBGRANTING/SUBCONTRACTING
A. GRANTEE must execute binding agreements with all subgrantees/subcontractors that will
perform work under this Grant Agreement.
B. GRANTEE must ensure that any and all subgrantees/subcontractors that perform work
related to this Project are duly authorized and licensed in Washington State to perform the
work contemplated by this Grant Agreement.
C. Neither the GRANTEE nor any subgrantee/subcontractor shall enter into
subgrants/subcontracts for any of the work associated with the Project contemplated under
this Grant Agreement without obtaining prior written approval of COMMERCE. In no event
shall the existence of the subgrant/subcontract operate to release or reduce the liability of the
GRANTEE to COMMERCE for any breach in the performance of the GRANTEE’s duties.
This clause does not include grants of employment between the GRANTEE and personnel
assigned to perform work associated with the Project under this Grant Agreement.
D. Additionally, the GRANTEE is responsible for ensuring that all terms, conditions,
assurances, and certifications set forth in this Grant Agreement are carried forward to any
subgrants/subcontracts. Every subgrant/subcontract shall include a term that COMMERCE
and the State of Washington are not liable for Claims or damages arising from a
subgrantee’s/subcontractor’s performance of the subgrant/subcontract. GRANTEE and its
subgrantees/subcontractors agree not to release, divulge, publish, transfer, sell or otherwise
make known to unauthorized persons personal information without the express written
consent of COMMERCE or as provided by law.
E. Data Collection - GRANTEE will submit reports, in a form and format to be provided by
COMMERCE and at intervals as agreed by the parties, regarding work under this Grant
Agreement performed by subgrantees/subcontractors and the portion of grant funds
expended for work performed by subgrantees/subcontractors, including, but not necessarily
limited to, minority-owned, woman-owned, and veteran-owned business
subcontractors. “Subgrantees/subcontractors” shall mean subgrantees/subcontractors of any
tier.
42. SURVIVAL
The terms, conditions, and warranties contained in this Grant Agreement that by their sense and
context are intended to survive the completion of the performance, cancellation, or termination of
this Grant Agreement shall so survive including, without limitation, any Recapture provision in this
Grant Agreement.
43. TAXES
All payments accrued on account of payroll taxes, unemployment contributions, the GRANTEE’s
income or gross receipts, and/or any other taxes, insurance, or expenses for the GRANTEE or its
staff shall be the sole responsibility of the GRANTEE.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
26
44. TERMINATION FOR CAUSE
In the event COMMERCE determines the GRANTEE has failed to comply with the conditions of
this Grant Agreement in a timely manner, COMMERCE has the right to suspend or terminate this
Grant Agreement. Before suspending or terminating the Grant Agreement, COMMERCE shall
notify the GRANTEE in writing of the need to take corrective action. If corrective action is not taken
within 30 calendar days, the Grant Agreement may be terminated or suspended.
In the event of termination or suspension, the GRANTEE shall be liable for damages as authorized
by law including, but not limited to, any cost difference between the original Grant Agreement and
the replacement or cover Grant Agreement and all administrative costs directly related to the
replacement Grant Agreement (e.g., cost of the competitive bidding, mailing, advertising and staff
time).
COMMERCE reserves the right to suspend all or part of the Grant Agreement, withhold further
payments, or prohibit the GRANTEE from incurring additional obligations of funds during
investigation of the alleged compliance breach and pending corrective action by the GRANTEE or
a decision by COMMERCE to terminate the Grant Agreement. A termination shall be deemed a
“Termination for Convenience” under General Terms and Conditions Section 45 (Termination for
Convenience) if it is determined that the GRANTEE: (1) was not in default; or (2) failure to perform
was outside of his or her control, fault or negligence.
The rights and remedies of COMMERCE provided in this Grant Agreement are not exclusive and
are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law.
45. TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE
Except as otherwise provided in this Grant Agreement, COMMERCE may, by 10 business days
written notice, beginning on the second day after the mailing, terminate this Grant Agreement, in
whole or in part. If this Grant Agreement is so terminated, COMMERCE shall be liable only for
payment required under the terms of this Grant Agreement for services rendered or goods delivered
prior to the effective date of termination.
46. TERMINATION PROCEDURES
Upon termination of this Grant Agreement, COMMERCE, in addition to any other rights provided
in this Grant Agreement, may require the GRANTEE to deliver to COMMERCE any property
specifically produced or acquired for the performance of such part of this Grant Agreement as has
been terminated. The provisions of the "Treatment of Assets" clause shall apply in such property
transfer.
COMMERCE shall pay to the GRANTEE the agreed upon price, if separately stated, for completed
work and services accepted by COMMERCE, and the amount agreed upon by the GRANTEE and
COMMERCE for (i) completed work and services for which no separate price is stated, (ii) partially
completed work and services, (iii) other property or services that are accepted by COMMERCE,
and (iv) the protection and preservation of property, unless the termination is for default, in which
case the Authorized Representative shall determine the extent of the liability of COMMERCE.
Failure to agree with such determination shall be a dispute within the meaning of the "Disputes"
clause of this Grant Agreement. COMMERCE may withhold from any amounts due the GRANTEE
such sum as the Authorized Representative determines to be necessary to protect COMMERCE
against potential loss or liability.
The rights and remedies of COMMERCE provided in this Section shall not be exclusive and are in
addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law or under this Grant Agreement.
After receipt of a notice of termination, and except as otherwise directed by the Authorized
Representative, the GRANTEE shall:
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
27
1) Stop work under the Grant Agreement on the date, and to the extent specified, in the notice;
2) Place no further orders or subgrants/subcontracts for materials, services, or facilities except
as may be necessary for completion of such portion of the work under the Grant Agreement
that is not terminated;
3) Assign to COMMERCE, in the manner, at the times, and to the extent directed by the
Authorized Representative, all of the rights, title, and interest of the GRANTEE under the
orders and subgrants/subcontracts so terminated, in which case COMMERCE has the right,
at its discretion, to settle or pay any or all Claims arising out of the termination of such orders
and subgrants/subcontracts;
4) Settle all outstanding liabilities and all Claims arising out of such termination of orders and
subgrants/subcontracts, with the approval or ratification of the Authorized Representative to
the extent the Authorized Representative may require, which approval or ratification shall be
final for all the purposes of this clause;
5) Transfer title to COMMERCE and deliver in the manner, at the times, and to the extent
directed by the Authorized Representative any property which, if the Grant Agreement had
been completed, would have been required to be furnished to COMMERCE;
6) Complete performance of such part of the work associated with the Project as shall not have
been terminated by the Authorized Representative; and
7) Take such action as may be necessary, or as the Authorized Representative may direct, for
the protection and preservation of the property related to this Grant Agreement, which is in
the possession of the GRANTEE and in which COMMERCE has or may acquire an interest.
47. TREATMENT OF ASSETS
Title to all property furnished by COMMERCE shall remain in COMMERCE. Title to all property
furnished by the GRANTEE, for the cost of which the GRANTEE is entitled to be reimbursed as a
direct item of cost under this Grant Agreement, shall pass to and vest in COMMERCE upon delivery
of such property by the GRANTEE. Title to other property, the cost of which is reimbursable to the
GRANTEE under this Grant Agreement, shall pass to and vest in COMMERCE upon (i) issuance
for use of such property in the performance of this Grant Agreement, or (ii) commencement of use
of such property in the performance of this Grant Agreement, or (iii) reimbursement of the cost
thereof by COMMERCE in whole or in part, whichever first occurs.
A. Any property of COMMERCE furnished to the GRANTEE shall, unless otherwise provided
herein or approved by COMMERCE, be used only for the performance of this Grant Agreement.
B. The GRANTEE shall be responsible for any loss or damage to property of COMMERCE that
results from the negligence of the GRANTEE or which results from the failure on the part of the
GRANTEE to maintain and administer that property in accordance with sound management
practices.
C. If any COMMERCE property is lost, destroyed or damaged, the GRANTEE shall immediately
notify COMMERCE and shall take all reasonable steps to protect the property from further
damage.
D. The GRANTEE shall surrender to COMMERCE all property of COMMERCE prior to settlement
upon completion, termination or cancellation of this Grant Agreement
All reference to the GRANTEE under this clause shall also include GRANTEE'S employees, agents
or subgrantees/subcontractors.
48. WAIVER
Waiver of any default or breach shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any subsequent default or
breach. Any waiver shall not be construed to be a modification of the terms of this Grant Agreement
unless stated to be such in writing and signed by Authorized Representative of COMMERCE.
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
28
ATTACHMENT A - SCOPE OF WORK
Funds awarded under this grant shall be used by City of Renton for construction to the Renton Public
Square project located at 233 Burnett Ave S Renton, WA 98057.
This will include, but not be limited to, constructing an outdoor extension of the current pavilion to include,
community spaces, seating, inclusive and engaging play spaces, gathering spots, and space for cultural
activities and hosting events.
This project will serve as a benefit to the public by transforming Public Square into a space that will become
a central gathering place in downtown where residents, community members and visitors can work, shop,
relax, meet with friends, connect to trails, and participate in events. The space will serve an integral aspect
of Renton civic life, where people can gather and spend time, and to foster opportunities for economic
activity.
This project is anticipated to be completed by January 2026.
Costs related to the work associated with the Project will only be reimbursed to the extent the work is
determined by Commerce to be within the scope of the legislative appropriation.
CERTIFICATION PERFORMANCE MEASURE
The GRANTEE, by its signature, certifies that the Scope of Work set forth above has been reviewed and
approved by the GRANTEE’s governing body as of the date and year written below.
______________________________________
GRANTEE
______________________________________
TITLE
_____________________________________
DATE
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
29
ATTACHMENT B - PROJECT BUDGET
Line Item Funding Amount
Construction $1,440,450.00
Total Project Budget $1,440,450.00
CERTIFICATION PERFORMANCE MEASURE
The GRANTEE, by its signature, certifies that the Project Budget set forth above has been reviewed and
approved by the GRANTEE’s governing body or board of directors, as applicable, as of the date and year
written below.
______________________________________
GRANTEE
______________________________________
TITLE
_____________________________________
DATE
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
30
ATTACHMENT C - CERTIFICATION OF THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS TO COMPLETE THE
PROJECT
Non-State Fund Sources Amount
Total Non-State Funds $0.00
State Funds Amount
State Capital Budget $1,440,450.00
Total Non-State and State Sources $1,440,450.00
Holdback: 0% $0.00
CERTIFICATION PERFORMANCE MEASURE
The GRANTEE, by its signature, certifies that Project funding from sources other than those provided by
this Grant Agreement and identified above has been reviewed and approved by the GRANTEE’s
governing body or board of directors, as applicable, and has either been expended for eligible Project
expenses, or is committed in writing and available and will remain committed and available solely and
specifically for carrying out the purposes of this Project as described in elsewhere in this Grant
Agreement, as of the date and year written below. The GRANTEE shall maintain records sufficient to
evidence that it has expended or has access to the funds needed to complete the Project and shall make
such records available for COMMERCE’s review upon reasonable request.
______________________________________
GRANTEE
______________________________________
TITLE
_____________________________________
DATE
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
31
ATTACHMENT D - CERTIFICATION OF THE PAYMENT AND REPORTING OF PREVAILING WAGES
CERTIFICATION PERFORMANCE MEASURE
The GRANTEE, by its signature, certifies that all contractors and subgrantees/subcontractors performing
work on the Project shall comply with prevailing wage laws set forth in RCW 39.12, as applicable on the
date the Project appropriation becomes effective, including but not limited to the filing of the “Statement of
Intent to Pay Prevailing Wages” and “Affidavit of Wages Paid” as required by RCW 39.12.040. The
GRANTEE shall maintain records sufficient to evidence compliance with RCW 39.12 and shall make such
records available for COMMERCE’s review upon request.
If any state funds are used by the GRANTEE for the purpose of construction, applicable State Prevailing
Wages must be paid.
The GRANTEE, by its signature, certifies that the declaration set forth above has been reviewed and
approved by the GRANTEE’s governing body as of the date and year written below.
______________________________________
GRANTEE
______________________________________
TITLE
_____________________________________
DATE
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
32
ATTACHMENT E - CERTIFICATION OF INTENT TO ENTER THE LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (LEED) CERTIFICATION PROCESS
CERTIFICATION PERFORMANCE MEASURE
The GRANTEE, by its signature, certifies that it will enter into the Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design certification process, as stipulated in RCW 39.35D, as applicable to the Project
funded by this Grant Agreement. The GRANTEE shall, upon receipt of LEED certification by the United
States Green Building Council, provide documentation of such certification to COMMERCE.
The GRANTEE, by its signature, certifies that the declaration set forth above has been reviewed and
approved by the GRANTEE’s governing body or board of directors, as applicable, as of the date and year
written below.
NOT APPLICABLE
______________________________________
GRANTEE
______________________________________
TITLE
_____________________________________
DATE
AGENDA ITEM #7. c)
AB - 3692
City Council Regular Meeting - 21 Oct 2024
SUBJECT/TITLE: 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Contract
E25-091
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Refer to Finance Committee
DEPARTMENT: Executive Services Department
STAFF CONTACT: Deborah Needham, Emergency Management Director
EXT.: 7725
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
Amount budgeted:
Revenue generated: $50,653.00
The Executive Services Department was awarded funding from the Emergency Management Performance
Grant (EMPG) in the amount of 50,653.00
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
The Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) provides supplemental funding to support key
components of a comprehensive national emergency management system for disasters and emergencies.
Although EMPG funding is relatively stable, the amount cannot be guaranteed. The city was awarded $50,653
from EMPG funding. As a performance grant, the award will be expended entirely on the approved grant
projects specified in the contract. Grant funds may be expended during 2024 or 2025. Therefore, a 2024
budget adjustment of $50,653 in revenue is needed to reflect the grant amount awarded. Any unexpended
award at the end of 2024 will be carried forward into 2025. The work plan in the contract specifies uses of the
funds for projects including emergency plan and procedure updates, volunteer and responder training and
exercise support, and maintenance of communication systems.
EXHIBITS:
A. EMPG Contract E25-091
B. Signature Authorization Form
C. Debarment Certification Form
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the Washington State Military Department Emergency
Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Contract E25-091 and approve the 2024 budget adjustment of
$50,653.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 1 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
Washington State Military Department
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANT AGREEMENT FACE SHEET
1. Subrecipient Name and Address:
City of Renton
Office of Emergency Management
1055 S Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057-3232
2. Grant Agreement Amount:
$50,653 3. Grant Agreement Number:
E25-091
4. Subrecipient Contact, phone/email:
Hannah Miller, 425-430-6546
hlmiller@rentonwa.gov
5. Grant Agreement Start Date:
June 1, 2024 6. Grant Agreement End Date:
September 30, 2025
7. Department Contact, phone/email:
Deborah Henderson, 253-512-7470
deborah.henderson@mil.wa.gov
8. Unique Entity Identifier (UEI):
UG2PSBS6UJJ3
9. UBI # (state revenue):
177-000-094
10. Funding Authority:
Washington State Military Department (the “DEPARTMENT”) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
11. Federal Award ID # (FAIN):
EMS-2024-EP-05000 12. Federal Award Date:
9/9/2024 13. Assistance Listings # & Title:
97.042 (24EMPG)
14. Total Federal Amount:
$6,821,397
15. Program Index # & OBJ/SUB-OBJ:
743PT NZ
16. EIN:
91-6001271
17. Service Districts:
(BY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT): 11, 33, 37, 41
(BY CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT): 8, 9
18. Service Area by County(ies):
King
19. Women/Minority-Owned, State
Certified: ☒ N/A ☐ NO
☐ YES, OMWBE #_________
20. Agreement Classification:
☐ Personal Services ☐ Client Services ☒ Public/Local Gov’t
☐ Research/Development ☐ A/E ☐ Other_______
21. Contract Type (check all that apply):
☐ Contract ☒ Grant ☒ Agreement
☐ Intergovernmental (RCW 39.34) ☐ Interagency
22. Subrecipient Selection Process:
☒ “To all who apply & qualify” ☐ Competitive Bidding
☐ Sole Source ☐ A/E RCW ☐ N/A
☐ Filed w/OFM? ☐ Advertised? ☐ YES ☐ NO
23. Subrecipient Type (check all that apply):
☐ Private Organization/Individual ☐ For-Profit
☒ Public Organization/Jurisdiction ☐ Non-Profit
☐ CONTRACTOR ☒ SUBRECIPIENT ☐ OTHER
24. PURPOSE & DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant (24EMPG) program is to provide U.S.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Federal award funds to states to
assist state, local, territorial, and tribal governments in preparing for all hazards through sustainment and enhancement of
those programs as described in the Work Plan.
The Department is the Recipient and Pass-through Entity of the 24EMPG DHS Award Letter for Grant No. EMS-2024-EP-05000
(“Grant”), which is incorporated in and attached hereto as Attachment C and has made a subaward of Federal award funds to
the Subrecipient pursuant to this Agreement. The Subrecipient is accountable to the Department for use of Federal award funds
provided under this Agreement and the associated matching funds.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Department and Subrecipient acknowledge and accept the terms of this Agreement, including all referenced
Attachments which are hereby incorporated in and made a part hereof, and have executed this Agreement as of the date below. This
Agreement Face Sheet; Special Terms & Conditions (Attachment A); General Terms and Conditions (Attachment B); 24EMPG Award Letter
EMS-2024-EP-05000 (Attachment C); Work Plan (Attachment D); Timeline (Attachment E); Budget (Attachment F); Build America, Buy
America Act Self-Certification (Attachment G); and all other documents expressly referenced and incorporated herein contain all the terms
and conditions agreed upon by the parties and govern the rights and obligations of the parties to this Agreement. No other understandings,
oral or otherwise, regarding the subject matter of this Agreement shall be deemed to exist or to bind any of the parties hereto.
In the event of an inconsistency in this Agreement, unless otherwise provided herein, the inconsistency shall be resolved by giving
precedence in the following order:
1. Applicable Federal and State Statutes and Regulations 4. Special Terms and Conditions
2. DHS/FEMA Award and program documents 5. General Terms and Conditions, and,
3. Work Plan, Timeline, and Budget 6. Other provisions of the Agreement incorporated by reference
WHEREAS, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the day and year last specified below.
FOR THE DEPARTMENT:
_____________________________________________
Signature Date
Regan Anne Hesse, Chief Financial Officer
Washington State Military Department
BOILERPLATE APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Dierk Meierbachtol July 12, 2024
Assistant Attorney General
FOR THE SUBRECIPIENT:
_____________________________________________
Signature Date
Armondo Pavone, Mayor, City of Renton
_____________________________________________
Signature Date
(Attest:) Jason A. Seth, City Clerk, City of Renton
APPROVED AS TO FORM (if applicable):
_____________________________________________
Signature Date
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 2 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
Attachment A
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
ARTICLE I. KEY PERSONNEL The individuals listed below shall be considered key personnel for point of contact under this Agreement. Any substitution of key personnel by either party shall be made by written notification to the current key personnel.
SUBRECIPIENT DEPARTMENT
Name Hannah Miller Name Deborah Henderson
Title Administrative Assistant Title Program Coordinator
Email hlmiller@rentonwa.gov Email deborah.henderson@mil.wa.gov
Phone 425-430-6546 Phone 253-512-7470
Name Deborah Needham Name Peter Drance
Title EM Director Title Program Manager
Email dneedham@rentonwa.gov
em@rentonwa.gov Email peter.drance@mil.wa.gov
Phone 425-430-7725 Phone 253-512-7322
Name Name Grant Miller
Title Title Program Assistant
Email Email grant.miller@mil.wa.gov
Phone Phone 253-512-7061
ARTICLE II. ADMINISTRATIVE AND/OR FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS
The Subrecipient shall comply with all applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, requirements and
program guidance identified or referenced in this Agreement and the informational documents published by
DHS/FEMA applicable to the 24EMPG Program, including, but not limited to, all criteria, restrictions, and
requirements of “The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
Fiscal Year 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant Program” (hereafter “the NOFO”), the
Preparedness Grants Manual, FM-207-23-0001 April 2024 (hereafter “the Manual”), the DHS Award Letter for
the Grant, and the federal regulations commonly applicable to DHS/FEMA grants, all of which are incorporated
herein by reference. The DHS Award Letter is incorporated in this Agreement as Attachment C.
The Subrecipient acknowledges that since this Agreement involves federal award funding, the performance
period may begin prior to the availability of appropriated federal funds. The Subrecipient agrees that it will not
hold the Department, the State of Washington, or the United States liable for any damages, claim for
reimbursement, or any type of payment whatsoever for services performed under this Agreement prior to
distribution of appropriated federal funds, or if federal funds are not appropriated or in a particular amount.
A. STATE AND FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR DHS/FEMA PREPAREDNESS GRANTS:
The following requirements apply to all DHS/FEMA Preparedness Grants administered by the
Department.
1. SUBAWARDS & CONTRACTS BY SUBRECIPIENT
a. The Subrecipient must make a case-by-case determination whether each agreement it
makes for the disbursement of 24EMPG funds received under this Agreement casts the
party receiving the funds in the role of a subrecipient or contractor in accordance with 2
CFR 200.331.
b. If the Subrecipient becomes a pass-through entity by making a subaward to a non-federal
entity as its subrecipient:
i. The Subrecipient must comply with all federal laws and regulations applicable to
pass-through entities of 24EMPG funds, including, but not limited to, those
contained in 2 CFR 200.
ii. The Subrecipient shall require its subrecipient(s) to comply with all applicable
state and federal laws, rules, regulations, requirements, and program guidance
identified or referenced in this Agreement and the informational documents
published by DHS/FEMA applicable to the 24EMPG Program, including, but not
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 3 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
limited to, all criteria, restrictions, and requirements of the NOFO, the Manual,
the DHS Award Letter for the Grant in Attachment C, and the federal regulations
commonly applicable to DHS/FEMA grants.
iii. The Subrecipient shall be responsible to the Department for ensuring that all
24EMPG federal award funds provided to its subrecipients, and associated
matching funds, are used in accordance with applicable federal and state
statutes and regulations, and the terms and conditions of the federal award set
forth in Attachment C of this Agreement.
iv. The Subrecipient must follow their own policies and procedures to eliminate or
reduce the impact of conflicts of interest when making subawards, adhering to
any applicable federal or state statutes or regulations. Any real or potential
conflicts of interest must be reported to the Department in writing upon discovery.
2. BUDGET, REIMBURSEMENT, AND TIMELINE
a. Within the total Grant Agreement Amount, travel, subcontracts, salaries, benefits, printing,
equipment, and other goods and services or other budget categories will be reimbursed
on an actual cost basis upon completion unless otherwise provided in this Agreement.
b. The maximum amount of all reimbursement requests permitted to be submitted under this
Agreement, including the final reimbursement request, is limited to and shall not exceed
the total Grant Agreement Amount.
c. If the Subrecipient chooses to include indirect costs within the Budget (Attachment F),
additional documentation is required based on the applicable situation. As described in 2
CFR 200.414 and Appendix VII to 2 CFR 200:
i. If the Subrecipient receives direct funding from any Federal agency(ies),
documentation of the rate must be submitted to the Department Key Personnel
per the following:
A. More than $35 million, the approved indirect cost rate agreement
negotiated with its federal cognizant agency.
B. Less than $35 million, the indirect cost proposal developed in accordance
with Appendix VII of 2 CFR 200 requirements.
ii. If the Subrecipient does not receive direct federal funds (i.e., only receives funds
as a subrecipient), the Subrecipient must either elect to charge a de minimis rate
of ten percent (10%) or 10% of modified total direct costs or choose to negotiate
a higher rate with the Department. If the latter is preferred, the Subrecipient must
contact Department Key Personnel to request approval from FEMA per 2CFR
200.102(b)..
d. For travel costs, the Subrecipient shall comply with 2 CFR 200.475 and should consult
their internal policies, state rates set pursuant to RCW 43.03.050 and RCW 43.03.060 as
now existing or amended, and federal maximum rates set forth at https://www.gsa.gov,
and follow the most restrictive. If travel costs exceed set state or federal limits, travel costs
shall not be reimbursed without written approval by Department Key Personnel. All
international travel requires prior FEMA approval.
e. Reimbursement requests will include a properly completed State A-19 Invoice Form and
Reimbursement Spreadsheet (in the format provided by the Department) detailing the
expenditures for which reimbursement is sought. Reimbursement requests must be
submitted to Reimbursements@mil.wa.gov no later than the due dates listed within the
Timeline (Attachment E).
Reimbursement request totals should be commensurate to the time spent processing by
the Subrecipient and the Department.
f. Receipts and/or backup documentation for any approved items that are authorized under
this Agreement must be maintained by the Subrecipient consistent with record retention
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 4 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
requirements of this Agreement and be made available upon request by the Department
and auditors.
g. The Subrecipient must request prior written approval from Department Key Personnel to
waive or extend a due date in the Timeline (Attachment E). Waiving or missing deadlines
serves as an indicator for assessing an agency’s level of risk of noncompliance with the
regulations, requirements, and the terms and conditions of the Agreement and may
increase required monitoring activities. For waived or extended reimbursement due dates,
all allowable costs should be submitted on the next scheduled reimbursement due date
contained in the Timeline. Any request for a waiver or extension of a due date in the
Timeline will be treated as a request for Amendment of the Agreement. This request must
be submitted to the Department Key Personnel sufficiently in advance of the due date
to provide adequate time for Department review and consideration and may be granted or
denied within the Department’s sole discretion.
h. All work under this Agreement must end on or before the Grant Agreement End Date, and
the final reimbursement request must be submitted to the Department within the time
period notated in the Timeline (Attachment E) except as otherwise authorized by either (1)
written amendment of this Agreement or (2) written notification from the Department to the
Subrecipient to provide additional time for completion of the Subrecipient’s project(s). If
funds are not required, the Subrecipient shall notify the Department Key Personnel.
i. All costs for equipment and supplies must be incurred, and items received, before the
Grant Agreement End Date.
j. Failure to submit timely, accurate, and complete reports and reimbursement requests as
required by this Agreement (including, but not limited to, those reports in the Timeline
(Attachment E) will prohibit the Subrecipient from being reimbursed until such reports and
reimbursement requests are submitted and the Department has had reasonable time to
conduct its review.
k. Final reimbursement requests will not be approved for payment until the Subrecipient is
current with all reporting requirements contained in this Agreement.
l. A written amendment will be required if the Subrecipient expects cumulative transfers to
approved, direct budget categories, as identified in the Budget (Attachment F), to exceed
ten percent (10%) of the Grant Agreement Amount. Any changes to budget category totals
not in compliance with this paragraph will not be reimbursed without approval from the
Department.
m. Subrecipients shall only use federal award funds under this Agreement to supplement
existing funds and will not use them to replace (supplant) non-federal funds that have been
budgeted for the same purpose. The Subrecipient may be required to demonstrate and
document that a reduction in non-federal resources occurred for reasons other than the
receipt or expected receipt of federal funds.
3. REPORTING
a. With each reimbursement request, the Subrecipient shall report how the expenditures, for
which reimbursement is sought, relate to the Work Plan (Attachment D) activities in the
format provided by the Department.
b. With the final reimbursement request, the Subrecipient shall submit to the Department Key
Personnel a final report (in the format provided by the Department) describing all
completed activities under this Agreement, status of training course completion by
individual personnel, how the match was met and documented, and progress made with
NQS implementation.
c. The Subrecipient shall comply with the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency
Act (FFATA) and related OMB Guidance consistent with Public Law 109-282 as amended
by section 6202(a) of Public Law 110-252 (see 31 U.S.C. 6101 note) and complete and
return to the Department an Audit Certification/FFATA Form. This form is required to be
completed once per calendar year, per Subrecipient, and not per agreement. The
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 5 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
Department’s Contracts Office will request the Subrecipient submit an updated form at the
beginning of each calendar year in which the Subrecipient has an active agreement.
d. To document compliance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS), the
Subrecipient shall complete the annual NIMS survey conducted by Washington
Emergency Management Division (EMD).
4. NIMS COMPLIANCE
a. The National Incident Management System (NIMS) identifies concepts and principles that
answer how to manage emergencies from preparedness to recovery regardless of their
cause, size, location, or complexity. NIMS provides a consistent, nationwide approach and
vocabulary for multiple agencies or jurisdictions to work together to build, sustain, and
deliver the core capabilities needed to achieve a secure and resilient nation.
b. Consistent implementation of NIMS provides a solid foundation across jurisdictions and
disciplines to ensure effective and integrated preparedness, planning, and response.
NIMS empowers the components of the National Preparedness System, a requirement of
Presidential Policy Directive 8, to guide activities within the public and private sector and
describes the planning, organizational activities, equipping, training, and exercising
needed to build and sustain the core capabilities in support of the National Preparedness
Goal.
c. In order to receive federal preparedness funding from the Department, the Subrecipient
must ensure and maintain adoption and implementation of NIMS. See Agreement
Attachment A, Article II section 3.c. for associated reporting requirements. The list of
objectives used for progress and achievement reporting can be found at
https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/nims/implementation-training.
d. FEMA requires phased implementation of the National Qualification System (NQS) for
EMPG subrecipients. The NQS Implementation Objectives reflect the concepts and
principles contained in NQS doctrine and aim to promote consistency in NQS
implementation nationwide. Subrecipients will be considered in compliance with NQS
requirements as long as they are working towards implementing the NQS Implementation
Objectives can be found at
https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/documents/fema_nims-nqs-implementation-
objectives_fact-sheet.pdf. Only EMPG-funded deployable personnel (determined by the
Subrecipient) will be required to meet NQS certification requirements.
For 24EMPG NQS Phase 2 of implementation, Subrecipients must:
i. Design procedures for an organizational qualification system and subsequently
document approval.
ii. Ensure designated EMPG-funded deployable personnel meet the minimum
training requirements for their job title/position qualification.
iii. Track qualification, certification and credentialling for EMPG-funded deployable
personnel.
iv. Describe the status of implementation as a part of the annual NIMS survey
conducted by EMD staff at the end of the calendar year.
v. Note within the EMPG final report which EMPG funded personnel are categorized
as deployable and status of implementation, as applicable.
5. EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY MANAGEMENT
a. The Subrecipient and any non-federal entity to which the Subrecipient makes a subaward
shall comply with 2 CFR 200.317 through 200.327, and all Washington State procurement
statutes, when procuring any equipment or supplies under this Agreement, 2 CFR 200.313
for management of equipment, and 2 CFR 200.314 for management of supplies, to
include, but not limited to:
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 6 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
i. Upon successful completion of the terms of this Agreement, all equipment and
supplies purchased through this Agreement will be owned by the Subrecipient,
or a recognized non-federal entity to which the Subrecipient has made a
subaward, for which a contract, Subrecipient grant agreement, or other means
of legal transfer of ownership is in place.
ii. All equipment, and supplies as applicable, purchased under this Agreement will
be recorded and maintained in the Subrecipient’s inventory system.
iii. Inventory system records shall include:
A. Description of the property
B. Manufacturer’s serial number, or other identification number
C. Funding source for the property, including the Federal Award Identification
Number (FAIN) (Face Sheet, Box 11)
D. Assistance Listings Number (Face Sheet, Box 13)
E. Who holds the title
F. Acquisition date
G. Cost of the property and the percentage of federal participation in the cost
H. Location, use, and condition of the property at the date the information was
reported
I. Disposition data including the date of disposal and sale price of the
property.
iv. The Subrecipient shall take a physical inventory of the equipment, and supplies
as applicable, and reconcile the results with the property records at least once
every two years. Any differences between quantities determined by the physical
inspection and those shown in the records shall be investigated by the
Subrecipient to determine the cause of the difference. The Subrecipient shall, in
connection with the inventory, verify the existence, current utilization, and
continued need for the equipment.
v. The Subrecipient shall be responsible for any and all operational and
maintenance expenses and for the safe operation of the equipment and supplies
including all questions of liability. The Subrecipient shall develop appropriate
maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure the equipment, and supplies
as applicable, are well maintained and kept in good operating condition.
vi. The Subrecipient shall develop a control system to ensure adequate safeguards
to prevent loss, damage, and theft of the property. Any loss, damage, or theft shall
be investigated, and a report generated and sent to the Department’s Key
Personnel.
vii. The Subrecipient must obtain and maintain all necessary certifications and
licenses for the equipment.
viii. If the Subrecipient is authorized or required to sell the property, proper sales
procedures must be established and followed to ensure the highest possible
return. For disposition, if upon termination or at the Grant Agreement End Date,
when original or replacement supplies or equipment acquired under a federal
award are no longer needed for the original project or program or for other
activities currently or previously supported by a federal awarding agency, the
Subrecipient must comply with the following procedures:
A. For Supplies: If there is a residual inventory of unused supplies exceeding
$5,000 in total aggregate value upon termination or completion of the
project or program and the supplies are not needed for any other federal
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 7 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
award, the Subrecipient must retain the supplies for use on other activities
or sell them, but must, in either case, compensate the federal government
for its share. The amount of compensation must be computed in the same
manner as for equipment.
B. For Equipment:
1) Items with a current per-unit fair-market value of $5,000 or less may
be retained, sold, transferred, or otherwise disposed of with no further
obligation to the federal awarding agency.
2) Items with a current per-unit fair-market value in excess of $5,000
may be retained or sold. The Subrecipient shall compensate the
federal awarding agency in accordance with the requirements of 2
CFR 200.313 (e) (2).
C. Notify Department Key Personnel to initiate the disposition process by the
federal awarding agency.
ix. Records for equipment shall be retained by the Subrecipient for a period of six
years from the date of the disposition, replacement, or transfer. If any litigation,
claim, or audit is started before the expiration of the six-year period, the records
shall be retained by the Subrecipient until all litigation, claims, or audit findings
involving the records have been resolved.
b. The Subrecipient shall comply with the Department’s Purchase Review Process, which is
incorporated by reference and made part of this Agreement. No reimbursement will be
provided unless the appropriate approval has been received.
c. Allowable equipment categories for the grant program are listed on the Authorized
Equipment List (AEL) located on the FEMA website at
https://www.fema.gov/grants/guidance-tools/authorized-equipment-list. It is important that
the Subrecipient and any non-federal entity to which the Subrecipient makes a subaward
regard the AEL as an authorized purchasing list identifying items allowed under the
specific grant program; the AEL includes items that may not be categorized as equipment
according to the federal, state, local, and tribal definitions of equipment. The Subrecipient
is solely responsible for ensuring and documenting purchased items under this Agreement
are authorized as allowed items by the AEL at time of purchase.
If the item is not identified on the AEL as allowable under the grant program, the
Subrecipient must contact the Department Key Personnel for assistance in seeking FEMA
approval prior to acquisition.
d. Equipment might require more than one waiver. The Subrecipient must contact the
Department Key Personnel for assistance in identifying what waivers are needed and in
seeking FEMA approval prior to acquisition.
e. Equipment purchases (those with a current per-unit fair market value in excess of
$5,000) must be identified and explained to the Department. Use, management, and
disposition of such equipment is subject to requirements outlined in 2 CFR 200.313.
Before making such purchases, the Subrecipient should analyze the cost benefits of
purchasing versus leasing equipment, especially those subject to rapid technical
advances.
f. Unless expressly provided otherwise, all equipment must meet all mandatory regulatory
state and DHS/FEMA adopted standards to be eligible for purchase using federal award
funds.
g. If funding is allocated to support emergency communications activities, the Subrecipient
must ensure that all projects comply with SAFECOM Guidance on Emergency
Communications Grants, located at https://www.cisa.gov/safecom/funding, including
provisions on technical standards that ensure and enhance interoperable
communications.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 8 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
h. Effective August 13, 2020, FEMA recipients and subrecipients, as well as their contractors
and subcontractors, may not obligate or expend any FEMA award funds to:
i. Procure or obtain any equipment, system, or service that uses covered
telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential
component of any system, or as critical technology of any system;
ii. Enter into, extend, or renew a contract to procure or obtain any equipment, system,
or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a
substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology of any
system; or
iii. Enter into, extend, or renew contracts with entities that use covered
telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential
component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system.
This prohibition regarding certain telecommunications and video surveillance services or
equipment is mandated by section 889 of the John S. McCain National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (FY 2019 NDAA), Pub. L. No. 115-232 (2018) and
2 CFR 200.216, 200.327, 200.471, and Appendix II to 2CFR200. Recipients and
subrecipients may use DHS/FEMA grant funding to procure replacement equipment and
services impacted by this prohibition, provided the costs are otherwise consistent with the
requirements of the Manual and the NOFO.
Per subsections 889(f)(2)-(3) of the FY 2019 NDAA, and 2 CFR 200.216, covered
telecommunications equipment or services means:
iv. Telecommunications equipment produced by Huawei Technologies Company or
ZTE Corporation (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities);
v. For the purpose of public safety, security of government facilities, physical security
surveillance of critical infrastructure, and other national security purposes, video
surveillance and telecommunications equipment produced by Hytera
Communications Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Company,
or Dahua Technology Company (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities);
vi. Telecommunications or video surveillance services provided by such entities or
using such equipment; or
vii. Telecommunications or video surveillance equipment or services produced or
provided by an entity that the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the
Director of National Intelligence or the Director of the Federal Bureau of
Investigation, reasonably believes to be an entity owned or controlled by, or
otherwise connected to, the government of a covered foreign country.
i. The Subrecipient must pass through equipment and supply management requirements
that meet or exceed the requirements outlined above to any non-federal entity to which
the Subrecipient makes a subaward under this Agreement.
6. ENVIRONMENTAL AND HISTORICAL PRESERVATION
a. The Subrecipient shall ensure full compliance with the DHS/FEMA Environmental
Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) program. EHP program information can be
found at https://www.fema.gov/grants/guidance-tools/environmental-historic all of which
are incorporated in and made a part of this Agreement.
b. Projects that have historical impacts or the potential to impact the environment, including,
but not limited to, construction of communication towers; modification or renovation of
existing buildings, structures and facilities; installation of sonar system; or new
construction including replacement of facilities, must participate in the DHS/FEMA EHP
review process prior to initiation. Modification of existing buildings, including minimally
invasive improvements such as attaching monitors to interior walls, and training or
exercises occurring outside in areas not considered previously disturbed, also require a
DHS/FEMA EHP review before project initiation.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 9 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
c. The EHP review process involves the submission of a detailed project description that
includes the entire scope of work, including any alternatives that may be under
consideration, along with supporting documentation so FEMA may determine whether the
proposed project has the potential to impact environmental resources and/or historic
properties.
d. The Subrecipient agrees that to receive any federal preparedness funding, all EHP
compliance requirements outlined in applicable guidance must be met. The EHP review
process must be completed and FEMA approval received by the Subrecipient before
any work is started for which reimbursement will be later requested. Expenditures for
projects started before completion of the EHP review process and receipt of approval by
the Subrecipient will not be reimbursed.
7. PROCUREMENT
The Subrecipient shall comply with all procurement requirements of 2 CFR Part 200.317 through
200.327 and as specified in the General Terms and Conditions (Attachment B, A.10).
a. For all contracts expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold, per 2 CFR 200.1,
the Subrecipient must notify the Department. The Department may request pre-
procurement documents, such as request for proposals, invitations for bids and
independent cost estimates. This requirement must be passed on to any non-federal entity
to which the Subrecipient makes a subaward, at which point the Subrecipient will be
responsible for requesting and reviewing pre-procurement documents.
b. For all sole source contracts expected to exceed the micro-purchase threshold per 2 CFR
200.1, the Subrecipient must submit justification to the Department for review and
approval. This requirement must be passed on to any non-federal entity to which the
Subrecipient makes a subaward, at which point the Subrecipient will be responsible for
reviewing and approving sole source justifications to any non-federal entity to which
Subrecipient makes any award.
c. The Subrecipient as well as its contractors and subcontractors must comply with the Build
America, Buy America Act (BABAA), which was enacted as a part of the Infrastructure
Investment and Jobs Act §§ 70901-70297, Pub. L. No. 117-58 (2021); and Executive
Order 14005, Ensuring the Future is Made in All of America by All of America’s Workers.
BABAA requires any infrastructure project receiving federal funding must ensure:
i. All iron and steel used in the project are produced in the United States. This means
all manufacturing processes, from initial melting stage through the application of
coatings, occurred in the United States.
ii. All manufactured products must be produced in the United States. For a
manufactured product to be considered produced in the United States, the cost of
the components of the manufactured product that are mined, produced, or
manufactured in the United States must be greater than 55% of the total cost of all
minimum amount of domestic content of manufactured product, unless subject to
another standard.
iii. All construction materials are manufactured in the United States. This means that
all manufacturing processes for construction material occurred in the United States.
Additionally, applicable infrastructure projects are subject to domestic preference
requirements. A domestic preference does not apply to non-infrastructure spending under
an award that also includes a covered project. A domestic preference applies to an entire
infrastructure project, even if it is funded by both federal and non-federal funds under one
or more awards.
i. Domestic preferences under BABAA only apply to articles, materials, and supplies
that are consumed in, incorporated into, or affixed to an infrastructure project. As
such, it does not apply to tools, equipment, and supplies, such as temporary
scaffolding, brought to the construction site and removed at or before the
completion of the infrastructure project. Nor does a domestic preference apply to
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 10 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
equipment and furnishings, such as movable chairs, desks, and portable computer
equipment, that are used at or within the finished infrastructure project but are not
an integral part of or permanently affixed to the structure.
ii. Infrastructure, for the purposes of BABAA, includes, at a minimum, the structures,
facilities, and equipment for, in the United States, roads, highways and bridges;
public transportation; dams, ports, harbors and other maritime facilities; intercity
passenger and freight railroads; freight and intermodal facilities; airports; water
systems, including drinking water and wastewater systems; electrical transmission
facilities and systems; utilities; broadband infrastructure; and buildings and real
property. Infrastructure includes facilities that generate, transport, and distribute
energy.
iii. The Subrecipient’s contractors and their subcontractors who apply or bid for an
award for an infrastructure project subject to the domestic preference requirement
in the BABAA shall file a required certification to the Subrecipient with each bid or
offer for an infrastructure project, unless a domestic preference requirement is
waived by FEMA. Contractors and subcontractors must certify that no federal
financial assistance funding for infrastructure projects will be provided unless all the
iron, steel, manufactured projects, and construction materials used in the project
are produced in the United States. BABAA, Pub. L. No. 117-58, §§ 70901-52.
Contractors and subcontractors shall also disclose any use of federal financial
assistance for infrastructure projects that does not ensure compliance with BABAA
domestic preference requirement. Such disclosures shall be forwarded to the
Subrecipient who will forward them to the Department who, in turn, will forward the
disclosures to FEMA. The Build America, Buy America Act Self-Certification form
is included herein as Attachment G.
If the Subrecipient is interested in applying for a waiver, the Subrecipient should contact
the Department Key Personnel to determine the requirements. All waiver requests must
include a detailed justification for the use of goods, products, or materials mined,
produced, or manufactured outside the United States and a certification that there was a
good faith effort to solicit bids for domestic products supported by terms included in
requests for proposals, contracts, and nonproprietary communications with potential
suppliers.
8. SUBRECIPIENT MONITORING
a. The Department will monitor the activities of the Subrecipient from award to closeout. The
goal of the Department’s monitoring activities is to ensure that subrecipients receiving
federal pass-through funds are in compliance with this Agreement, federal and state audit
requirements, federal grant guidance, and applicable federal and state financial
regulations, as well as 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F.
b. To document compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F requirements, the Subrecipient
shall complete and return to the Department an Audit Certification/FFATA form. Reporting
requirements are referenced in section 3.c.
c. Monitoring activities may include, but are not limited to:
i. Review of financial and performance reports
ii. Monitoring and documenting the completion of Agreement deliverables
iii. Documentation of phone calls, meetings (e.g. agendas, sign-in sheets, meeting
minutes), e-mails and correspondence
iv. Review of reimbursement requests and supporting documentation to ensure
allowability and consistency with Agreement work plan, budget, and federal
requirements
v. Observation and documentation of Agreement related activities, such as
exercises, training, events, and equipment demonstrations
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 11 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
vi. On-site visits to review equipment records and inventories, to verify source
documentation for reimbursement requests and performance reports, and to verify
completion of deliverables.
d. The Subrecipient is required to meet or exceed the monitoring activities, as outlined
above, for any non-federal entity to which the Subrecipient makes a subaward as a pass-
through entity under this Agreement.
e. Compliance will be monitored throughout the performance period to assess risk. Concerns
will be addressed through a Corrective Action Plan.
9. LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY (CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 TITLE VI)
a. The Subrecipient must comply with the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI)
prohibition against discrimination on the basis of national origin, which requires that
subrecipients of federal financial assistance take reasonable steps to provide meaningful
access to persons with limited English proficiency (LEP) to their programs and services.
FEMA Policy FP-256-23-001 (www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/documents/fema_)policy-
language-access.pdf) further stresses this requirement applies to anyone awarded FEMA
funding. Providing meaningful access for persons with LEP may entail providing language
assistance services, including oral interpretation and written translation. Executive Order
13166, Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency (August
11, 2000), requires federal agencies to issue guidance to recipients, assisting such
organizations and entities in understanding their language access obligations. DHS
published the required recipient guidance in April 2011, DHS Guidance to Federal
Financial Assistance Recipients Regarding Title VI Prohibition Against National Origin
Discrimination Affecting Limited English Proficient Persons, 76 Fed. Reg. 21755-21768,
(April 18, 2011). The Guidance provides helpful information such as how a recipient can
determine the extent of its obligation to provide language services, selecting language
services, and elements of an effective plan on language assistance for LEP persons. For
additional assistance and information regarding language access obligations, please refer
to the DHS Recipient Guidance at https://www.dhs.gov/guidance-published-help-
department-supported-organizations-provide-meaningful-access-people-limited and
additional resources on https://www.lep.gov.
b. Subrecipients are encouraged to perform and document their analysis of the most
appropriate language assistance services necessary to ensure a LEP individual has
meaningful access to the Subrecipient’s programs and activities. The analysis should
consider
i. The number or proportion of LEP individuals eligible to be served or likely
encountered by the program
ii. The frequency with which LEP individuals come in contact with the program
iii. The nature and importance of the program, activity, or service provided by the
program to people’s lives
iv. The resources available to the program and costs
B. EMPG PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
The Department receives EMPG funding from DHS/FEMA, to assist state, local, and tribal governments
to enhance and sustain all-hazards emergency management capabilities as authorized by Robert T.
Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. §§ 5121 et seq.) and
Section 662 of the Post Katrina Emergency Management Act (6 U.S.C. § 762).
A portion of the grant program is passed through to local jurisdictions and tribes with emergency
management programs to supplement their local/tribal operating budgets to help sustain and enhance
emergency management capabilities pursuant to Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 118-09.
a. The Subrecipient shall use the EMPG funds authorized under this Agreement only to perform
tasks as described in the Work Plan (Attachment D) and the Subrecipient’s approved application
for funding, incorporated into this Agreement.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 12 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
b. Funding may not be used to replace or supplant non-federal funding of emergency management
programs.
c. The Subrecipient shall provide a fifty percent (50%) cash match from non-federal source(s). The
Federal share applied toward the EMPG budget shall not exceed fifty percent of the total budget
as submitted and approved in the application and documented in the Budget (Attachment F). To
meet matching requirements, the Subrecipient’s cash matching contributions must be verifiable,
reasonable, allowable, allocable, and necessary under the grant program and must comply with
all state and Federal requirements and regulations, including, but not limited to, 2 CFR Part 200.
An appropriate mechanism must be in place to capture, track, and document matching funds.
d. To gather data for the required FEMA deliverables (i.e., Stakeholder Preparedness Review [SPR],
Threat Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment [THIRA]), EMD is piloting a three-year County
Emergency Preparedness Assessment (CEPA) process with workshops, occurring in a third of
the 39 counties each calendar year 2024-2026. The Subrecipient must participate in a CEPA
workshop located in their county and in any follow-on data calls to receive EMPG funding.
e. Subrecipients shall participate in the State’s Integrated Preparedness Planning Workshop
(IPPW). Non-participation may result in withholding of funding under future grant years.
f. If funding is allocated to non-FEMA training, the Subrecipient must request prior written approval
from the Department Key Personnel before attending the training. The Department will coordinate
approval with the State Training Point of Contact. Pursuant to DHS/FEMA Grant Programs
Directorate Information Bulletin No. 432, Review and Approval Requirements for Training
Courses Funded Through Preparedness Grants, https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-
04/Training_Course_Review_and_Approval_IB_Final_7_19_18.pdf, the training must fall within
the FEMA mission scope and be in alignment with the Subrecipient’s Emergency Operations Plan.
This requirement only applies to training courses and does not include attendance at conferences.
Furthermore, additional federal approvals are required for courses that relate to Countering
Violent Extremism prior to attendance.
g. All personnel funded in any part through federal award or matching funds under this Agreement
shall complete and record proof of completion of:
i. NIMS training Independent Study (IS): IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800, and
ii. Either the FEMA Professional Development Series (PDS) IS-120, IS-230, IS-235, IS-240,
IS-241, IS-242, and IS-244, or the Emergency Management Professionals Program (EMPP)
Basic Academy IS-230, E/L101, E/L 102, E/L103, E/L104 and E/L105.
C. DHS TERMS AND CONDITIONS
As a Subrecipient of 24EMPG funding, the Subrecipient shall comply with all applicable DHS terms and
conditions of the 24EMPG Award Letter and its incorporated documents for the Grant, which are
incorporated and made a part of this Agreement as Attachment C.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 13 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
Attachment B
Washington State Military Department
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Grants
A.1 DEFINITIONS
As used throughout this Agreement, the terms will have the same meaning as defined in 2 CFR 200
Subpart A (which is incorporated herein by reference), except as otherwise set forth below:
a. “Agreement” means this Grant Agreement.
b. “Department” means the Washington State Military Department, as a state agency, any division,
section, office, unit or other entity of the Department, or any of the officers or other officials lawfully
representing that Department. The Department is a recipient of a federal award directly from a
federal awarding agency and is the pass-through entity making a subaward to a Subrecipient
under this Agreement.
c. “Monitoring Activities” means all administrative, financial, or other review activities that are
conducted to ensure compliance with all state and federal laws, rules, regulations, authorities,
and policies.
d. “Subrecipient” when capitalized is primarily used throughout this Agreement in reference to the
non-federal entity identified on the Face Sheet of this Agreement that has received a subaward
from the Department. However, the definition of “Subrecipient” is the same as in 2 CFR 200.1 for
all other purposes.
A.2 ADVANCE PAYMENTS PROHIBITED
The Department shall make no payments in advance or in anticipation of goods or services to be provided
under this Agreement. Subrecipient shall not invoice the Department in advance of delivery and invoicing
of such goods or services.
A.3 AMENDMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS
The Subrecipient or the Department may request, in writing, an amendment or modification of this
Agreement. However, such amendment or modification shall not be binding, take effect or be
incorporated herein until made in writing and signed by the authorized representatives of the Department
and the Subrecipient. No other understandings or agreements, written or oral, shall be binding on the
parties.
The Agreement performance period shall only be extended by (1) written notification of DHS/FEMA
approval of the Award performance period, followed up with a mutually agreed written amendment, or (2)
written notification from the Department to the Subrecipient to provide additional time for completion of
the Subrecipient’s project(s).
A.4 AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) OF 1990, PUBLIC LAW 101-336, 42 U.S.C. 12101 ET
SEQ. AND ITS IMPLEMENTING REGULATIONS ALSO REFERRED TO AS THE “ADA” 28 CFR Part
35.
Except as provided herein, the Subrecipient must comply with the ADA, which provides comprehensive
civil rights protection to individuals with disabilities in the areas of employment, public accommodations,
state and local government services, and telecommunication. If the ADA does not apply to the
Subrecipient because the Subrecipient is a federal recognized Indian Tribe, then the acceptance by the
Tribe of, or acquiescence to, these General Terms and Conditions does not change or alter its
inapplicability to the Indian Tribe. The execution of grant documents is not intended to change, alter,
amend, or impose additional liability or responsibility upon the Tribe where it does not already exist.
A.5 ASSURANCES
The Department and Subrecipient agree that all activity pursuant to this Agreement will be in accordance
with all the applicable current federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 14 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
A.6 CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, OR INELIGIBILITY
As federal funds are a basis for this Agreement, the Subrecipient certifies that the Subrecipient is not
presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from
participating in this Agreement by any federal department or agency.
The Subrecipient shall complete, sign, and return a Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension,
Ineligibility, and Voluntary Exclusion form located at https://mil.wa.gov/requiredgrantforms. Any such form
completed by the Subrecipient for this Agreement shall be incorporated into this Agreement by reference.
Further, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with all applicable federal regulations concerning the federal
debarment and suspension system, including 2 CFR Part 180. The Subrecipient certifies that it will ensure
that potential contractors or subrecipients or any of their principals are not debarred, suspended,
proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in “covered
transactions” by any federal department or agency. “Covered transactions” include procurement
contracts for goods or services awarded under a non-procurement transaction (e.g., grant or cooperative
agreement) that are expected to equal or exceed $25,000, and subawards to subrecipients for any
amount. With respect to covered transactions, the Subrecipient may comply with this provision by
obtaining a certification statement from the potential contractor or subrecipient or by checking the System
for Award Management (https://sam.gov/SAM/) maintained by the federal government. The Subrecipient
also agrees not to enter into any arrangements or contracts with any party on the Washington State
Department of Labor and Industries’ “Debarred Contractor List”
(https://secure.lni.wa.gov/debarandstrike/ContractorDebarList.aspx). The Subrecipient also agrees not
to enter into any agreements or contracts for the purchase of goods and services with any party on the
Department of Enterprise Services’ Debarred Vendor List (https://www.des.wa.gov/services/contracting-
purchasing/doing-business-state/vendor-debarment).
A.7 CERTIFICATION REGARDING RESTRICTIONS ON LOBBYING
As required by 44 CFR Part 18, the Subrecipient hereby certifies that to the best of its knowledge and
belief: (1) no federally appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid by or on behalf of the
Subrecipient to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency,
a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress
in connection with the awarding of any federal contract, the making of any federal grant, the making of
any federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation,
renewal, amendment, or modification of any federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement; (2)
that if any funds other than federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for
influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an
officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this
Agreement, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the Subrecipient will complete and submit Standard
Form-LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying,” in accordance with its instructions; (3) and that, as
applicable, the Subrecipient will require that the language of this certification be included in the award
documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants,
loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all Subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. This
certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was
made or entered into and is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by 31
U.S.C. 1352.
A.8 COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATUTES, RULES AND DEPARTMENT POLICIES
The Subrecipient and all its contractors and subrecipients shall comply with, and the Department is not
responsible for determining compliance with, any and all applicable federal, state, and local laws,
regulations, executive orders, OMB Circulars, and/or policies. This obligation includes, but is not limited
to: nondiscrimination laws and/or policies, Energy Policy and Conservation Act (PL 94-163, as amended),
the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act
of 1964, Civil Rights Act of 1968, the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act,
(PL 93-288, as amended), Ethics in Public Service (RCW 42.52), Covenant Against Contingent Fees (48
CFR Section 52.203-5), Public Records Act (RCW 42.56), Prevailing Wages on Public Works (RCW
39.12), State Environmental Policy Act (RCW 43.21C), Shoreline Management Act of 1971 (RCW 90.58),
State Building Code (RCW 19.27), Energy Related Building Standards (RCW 19.27A), Provisions in
Buildings for Aged and Handicapped Persons (RCW 70.92), and safety and health regulations.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 15 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
In the event of noncompliance or refusal to comply with any applicable law, regulation, executive order,
OMB Circular or policy by the Subrecipient, its contractors or subrecipients, the Department may rescind,
cancel, or terminate the Agreement in whole or in part in its sole discretion. The Subrecipient is
responsible for all costs or liability arising from its failure, and that of its contractors and subrecipients, to
comply with applicable laws, regulations, executive orders, OMB Circulars or policies.
A.9 CONFLICT OF INTEREST
No officer or employee of the Department; no member, officer, or employee of the Subrecipient or its
designees or agents; no member of the governing body of the jurisdiction in which the project is
undertaken or located; and no other official of the Subrecipient who exercises any functions or
responsibilities with respect to the project during his or her tenure, shall have any personal or pecuniary
gain or interest, direct or indirect, in any contract, subcontract, or the proceeds thereof, for work to be
performed in connection with the project assisted under this Agreement.
The Subrecipient shall incorporate, or cause to incorporate, in all such contracts or subawards, a
provision prohibiting such interest pursuant to this provision.
A.10 CONTRACTING & PROCUREMENT
a. The Subrecipient shall use a competitive procurement process in the procurement and award of
any contracts with contractors or subcontractors that are entered into under the original
agreement award. The procurement process followed shall be in accordance with 2 CFR Part
200.318, General procurement standards, through 200.327, Contract provisions.
As required by Appendix II to 2 CFR Part 200, all contracts entered into by the Subrecipient under
this Agreement must include the following provisions, as applicable:
1) Contracts for more than the simplified acquisition threshold currently set at $250,000, which
is the inflation adjusted amount determined by the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and
the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council (Councils) as authorized by 41 U.S.C. 1908,
must address administrative, contractual, or legal remedies in instances where contractors
violate or breach contract terms, and provide for such sanctions and penalties as appropriate.
2) All contracts in excess of $10,000 must address termination for cause and for convenience
by the non-federal entity including the manner by which it will be effected and the basis for
settlement.
3) Equal Employment Opportunity. Except as otherwise provided under 41 CFR Part 60, all
contracts that meet the definition of “federally assisted construction contract” in 41 CFR Part
60-1.3 must include the equal opportunity clause provided under 41 CFR 60-1.4(b), in
accordance with Executive Order 11246, “Equal Employment Opportunity” (30 FR 12319,
12935, 3 CFR Part, 1964-1965 Comp., p. 339), as amended by Executive Order 11375,
“Amending Executive Order 11246 Relating to Equal Employment Opportunity,” and
implementing regulations at 41 CFR part 60, “Office of Federal Contract Compliance
Programs, Equal Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor.”
4) Davis-Bacon Act, as amended (40 U.S.C. 3141-3148). When required by Federal program
legislation, all prime construction contracts in excess of $2,000 awarded by non-federal
entities must include a provision for compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 3141-
3144, and 3146-3148) as supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR Part
5, “Labor Standards Provisions Applicable to Contracts Covering Federally Financed and
Assisted Construction”). In accordance with the statute, contractors must be required to pay
wages to laborers and mechanics at a rate not less than the prevailing wages specified in a
wage determination made by the Secretary of Labor. In addition, contractors must be
required to pay wages not less than once a week. The non-federal entity must place a copy
of the current prevailing wage determination issued by the Department of Labor in each
solicitation. The decision to award a contract or subcontract must be conditioned upon the
acceptance of the wage determination. The non-federal entity must report all suspected or
reported violations to the federal awarding agency. The contracts must also include a
provision for compliance with the Copeland “Anti-Kickback” Act (40 U.S.C. 3145), as
supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR Part 3, “Contractors and
Subcontractors on Public Building or Public Work Financed in Whole or in Part by Loans or
Grants from the United States”). The Act provides that each contractor or Subrecipient must
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 16 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
be prohibited from inducing, by any means, any person employed in the construction,
completion, or repair of public work, to give up any part of the compensation to which he or
she is otherwise entitled. The non-federal entity must report all suspected or reported
violations to the federal awarding agency.
5) Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. 3701-3708). Where applicable,
all contracts awarded by the non-federal entity in excess of $100,000 that involve the
employment of mechanics or laborers must include a provision for compliance with 40 U.S.C.
3702 and 3704, as supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR Part 5). Under
40 U.S.C. 3702 of the Act, each contractor must be required to compute the wages of every
mechanic and laborer on the basis of a standard work week of 40 hours. Work in excess of
the standard work week is permissible provided that the worker is compensated at a rate of
not less than one and a half times the basic rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of 40
hours in the work week. The requirements of 40 U.S.C. 3704 are applicable to construction
work and provide that no laborer or mechanic must be required to work in surroundings or
under working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous. These
requirements do not apply to the purchases of supplies or materials or articles ordinarily
available on the open market, or contracts for transportation or transmission of intelligence.
6) Rights to Inventions Made Under a Contract or Agreement. If the federal award meets the
definition of “funding agreement” under 37 CFR §401.2 (a) and the recipient or Subrecipient
wishes to enter into a contract with a small business firm or nonprofit organization regarding
the substitution of parties, assignment or performance of experimental, developmental, or
research work under that “funding agreement,” the recipient or Subrecipient must comply
with the requirements of 37 CFR Part 401, “Rights to Inventions Made by Nonprofit
Organizations and Small Business Firms Under Government Grants, Contracts and
Cooperative Agreements,” and any implementing regulations issued by the awarding agency.
7) Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401-7671q.) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33
U.S.C. 1251-1387), as amended—Contracts and subgrants of amounts in excess of
$150,000 must contain a provision that requires the non-federal award to agree to comply
with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to the Clean Air Act (42
U.S.C. 7401-7671q) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended (33 U.S.C.
1251-1387). Violations must be reported to the federal awarding agency and the Regional
Office of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
8) Debarment and Suspension (Executive Orders 12549 and 12689)—A contract award (see 2
CFR 180.220) must not be made to parties listed on the government-wide exclusions in the
System for Award Management (SAM), in accordance with the OMB guidelines at 2 CFR 180
that implement Executive Orders 12549 (3 CFR part 1986 Comp., p. 189) and 12689 (3 CFR
part 1989 Comp., p. 235), “Debarment and Suspension.” SAM Exclusions contains the
names of parties debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded by agencies, as well as parties
declared ineligible under statutory or regulatory authority other than Executive Order 12549.
9) Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment (31 U.S.C. 1352)—Contractors that apply or bid for an award
exceeding $100,000 must file the required certification. Each tier certifies to the tier above
that it will not and has not used federal appropriated funds to pay any person or organization
for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of
Congress, officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in
connection with obtaining any federal contract, grant or any other award covered by 31
U.S.C. 1352. Each tier must also disclose any lobbying with non-federal funds that takes
place in connection with obtaining any federal award. Such disclosures are forwarded from
tier to tier up to the non-federal award.
10) Procurement of recovered materials -- As required by 2 CFR 200.323, a non-federal entity
that is a state agency or agency of a political subdivision of a state and its contractors must
comply with section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act. The requirements of Section 6002 include procuring only
items designated in guidelines of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at 40 CFR part
247 that contain the highest percentage of recovered materials practicable, consistent with
maintaining a satisfactory level of competition, where the purchase price of the item exceeds
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 17 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
$10,000 or the value of the quantity acquired during the preceding fiscal year exceeded
$10,000; procuring solid waste management services in a manner that maximizes energy
and resource recovery; and establishing an affirmative procurement program for
procurement of recovered materials identified in the EPA guidelines.
11) Notice of federal awarding agency requirements and regulations pertaining to reporting.
12) Federal awarding agency requirements and regulations pertaining to copyrights and rights in
data.
13) Access by the Department, the Subrecipient, the federal awarding agency, the Comptroller
General of the United States, or any of their duly authorized representatives to any books,
documents, papers, and records of the contractor which are directly pertinent to that specific
contract for the purpose of making audit, examination, excerpts, and transcriptions.
14) Retention of all required records for six (6) years after the Subrecipient has made final
payments and all other pending matters are closed.
15) Mandatory standards and policies relating to energy efficiency which are contained in the
state energy conservation plan issued in compliance with the Energy Policy and
Conservation Act (Pub. L. 94–163, 89 Stat. 871).
16) Pursuant to Executive Order 13858 “Strengthening Buy-American Preferences for
Infrastructure Projects,” and as appropriate and to the extent consistent with law, the non-
Federal entity should, to the greatest extent practicable under a Federal award, provide a
preference for the purchase, acquisition, or use of goods, products, or materials produced in
the United States, as required in 2 CFR Part 200.322, in every contract, subcontract,
purchase order, or sub-award that is chargeable against federal financial assistance awards.
17) Per 2 C.F.R. § 200.216, prohibitions regarding certain telecommunications and video
surveillance services or equipment are mandated by section 889 of the John S. McCain
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (FY 2019 NDAA), Pub. L. No. 115-
232 (2018).
b. The Department reserves the right to review the Subrecipient’s procurement plans and
documents and require the Subrecipient to make changes to bring its plans and documents into
compliance with the requirements of 2 CFR Part 200.317 through 200.327. The Subrecipient must
ensure that its procurement process requires contractors and subcontractors to provide adequate
documentation with sufficient detail to support the costs of the project and to allow both the
Subrecipient and Department to make a determination on eligibility of project costs.
c. All contracting agreements entered into pursuant to this Agreement shall incorporate this
Agreement by reference.
A.11 DISCLOSURE
The use or disclosure by any party of any information concerning the Department for any purpose not
directly connected with the administration of the Department's or the Subrecipient's responsibilities with
respect to services provided under this Agreement is prohibited except by prior written consent of the
Department or as required to comply with the state Public Records Act, other law or court order.
A.12 DISPUTES
Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement, when a bona fide dispute arises between the parties
and it cannot be resolved through discussion and negotiation, either party may request a dispute
resolution board to resolve the dispute. A request for a dispute resolution board shall be in writing, state
the disputed issues, state the relative positions of the parties, and be sent to all parties. The board shall
consist of a representative appointed by the Department, a representative appointed by the Subrecipient,
and a third party mutually agreed upon by both parties. The determination of the dispute resolution board
shall be final and binding on the parties hereto. Each party shall bear the cost for its member of the
dispute resolution board and its attorney fees and costs and share equally the cost of the third board
member.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 18 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
A.13 LEGAL RELATIONS
It is understood and agreed that this Agreement is solely for the benefit of the parties to the Agreement
and gives no right to any other party. No joint venture or partnership is formed as a result of this
Agreement.
To the extent allowed by law, the Subrecipient, its successors or assigns, will protect, save and hold
harmless the Department, the state of Washington, and the United States Government and their
authorized agents and employees, from all claims, actions, costs, damages or expenses of any nature
whatsoever by reason of the acts or omissions of the Subrecipient, its subcontractors, subrecipients,
assigns, agents, contractors, consultants, licensees, invitees, employees or any person whomsoever
arising out of or in connection with any acts or activities authorized by this Agreement.
To the extent allowed by law, the Subrecipient further agrees to defend the Department and the state of
Washington and their authorized agents and employees in any litigation; including payment of any costs
or attorneys' fees for any claims or action commenced thereon arising out of or in connection with acts
or activities authorized by this Agreement.
This obligation shall not include such claims, costs, damages or expenses which may be caused by the
sole negligence of the Department; provided, that if the claims or damages are caused by or result from
the concurrent negligence of (1) the Department, and (2) the Subrecipient, its agents, or employees, this
indemnity provision shall be valid and enforceable only to the extent of the negligence of the Subrecipient,
or the Subrecipient's agents or employees.
Insofar as the funding source, FEMA is an agency of the Federal government, the following shall apply:
44 CFR 206.9 Non-liability. The Federal government shall not be liable for any claim based upon the
exercise or performance of, or the failure to exercise or perform a discretionary function or duty on the
part of a federal agency or an employee of the Federal government in carrying out the provisions of the
Stafford Act.
A.14 LIMITATION OF AUTHORITY – AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE
The signatories to this Agreement represent that they have the authority to bind their respective
organizations to this Agreement. Only the Department’s Authorized Signature representative and the
Authorized Signature representative of the Subrecipient or Alternate for the Subrecipient, formally
designated in writing, shall have the express, implied, or apparent authority to alter, amend, modify, or
waive any clause or condition of this Agreement. Any alteration, amendment, modification, or waiver of
any clause or condition of this Agreement is not effective or binding unless made in writing and signed
by both parties’ Authorized Signature representatives, except as provided for time extensions in Article
A.3.
Further, only the Authorized Signature representative or Alternate for the Subrecipient shall have
signature authority to sign reimbursement requests, time extension requests, amendment and
modification requests, requests for changes to projects or work plans, and other requests, certifications
and documents authorized by or required under this Agreement.
A.15 LOSS OR REDUCTION OF FUNDING
In the event funding from state, federal, or other sources is withdrawn, reduced, or limited in any way
after the effective date of this Agreement and prior to normal completion or end date, the Department
may unilaterally reduce the work plan and budget or unilaterally terminate all or part of the Agreement as
a “Termination for Cause” without providing the Subrecipient an opportunity to cure. Alternatively, the
parties may renegotiate the terms of this Agreement under “Amendments and Modifications” to comply
with new funding limitations and conditions, although the Department has no obligation to do so.
A.16 NONASSIGNABILITY
Neither this Agreement, nor any claim arising under this Agreement, shall be transferred or assigned by
the Subrecipient.
A.17 NONDISCRIMINATION
During the performance of this agreement, the Subrecipient shall comply with all federal and state
nondiscrimination statutes and regulations. These requirements include, but are not limited to:
a. Nondiscrimination in Employment: The Subrecipient shall not discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin,
creed, marital status, age, Vietnam era or disabled veteran status, or the presence of any sensory,
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 19 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
mental, or physical handicap. This requirement does not apply, however, to a religious corporation,
association, educational institution or society with respect to the employment of individuals of a
particular religion to perform work connected with the carrying on by such corporation, association,
educational institution or society of its activities.
b. The Subrecipient shall take action to ensure that employees are employed and treated during
employment without discrimination because of their race, color, sex, sexual orientation religion,
national origin, creed, marital status, age, Vietnam era or disabled veteran status, or the presence of
any sensory, mental, or physical handicap. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the
following: Employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer, recruitment or recruitment selection for
training, including apprenticeships and volunteers.
A.18 NOTICES
The Subrecipient shall comply with all public notices or notices to individuals required by applicable local,
state and federal laws and regulations and shall maintain a record of this compliance.
A.19 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY/HEALTH ACT and WASHINGTON INDUSTRIAL SAFETY/HEALTH ACT
(OSHA/WISHA)
The Subrecipient represents and warrants that its workplace does now or will meet all applicable federal
and state safety and health regulations that are in effect during the Subrecipient's performance under this
Agreement. To the extent allowed by law, the Subrecipient further agrees to indemnify and hold harmless
the Department and its employees and agents from all liability, damages and costs of any nature,
including, but not limited to, costs of suits and attorneys' fees assessed against the Department, as a
result of the failure of the Subrecipient to so comply.
A.20 OWNERSHIP OF PROJECT/CAPITAL FACILITIES
The Department makes no claim to any capital facilities or real property improved or constructed with
funds under this Agreement, and by this subaward of funds does not and will not acquire any ownership
interest or title to such property of the Subrecipient. The Subrecipient shall assume all liabilities and
responsibilities arising from the ownership and operation of the project and agrees to defend, indemnify,
and hold the Department, the state of Washington, and the United States government harmless from any
and all causes of action arising from the ownership and operation of the project.
A.21 POLITICAL ACTIVITY
No portion of the funds provided herein shall be used for any partisan political activity or to further the
election or defeat of any candidate for public office or influence the approval or defeat of any ballot issue.
A.22 PROHIBITION AGAINST PAYMENT OF BONUS OR COMMISSION
The assistance provided under this Agreement shall not be used in payment of any bonus or commission
for the purpose of obtaining approval of the application for such assistance or any other approval or
concurrence under this Agreement provided, however, that reasonable fees or bona fide technical
consultant, managerial, or other such services, other than actual solicitation, are not hereby prohibited if
otherwise eligible as project costs.
A.23 PUBLICITY
The Subrecipient agrees to submit to the Department prior to issuance all advertising and publicity
matters relating to this Agreement wherein the Department’s name is mentioned, or language used from
which the connection of the Department’s name may, in the Department’s judgment, be inferred or
implied. The Subrecipient agrees not to publish or use such advertising and publicity matters without the
prior written consent of the Department. The Subrecipient may copyright original work it develops in the
course of or under this Agreement; however, pursuant to 2 CFR Part 200.315, FEMA reserves a royalty-
free, nonexclusive, and irrevocable license to reproduce, publish or otherwise use, and to authorize
others to use the work for government purposes.
Publication resulting from work performed under this Agreement shall include an acknowledgement of
FEMA’s financial support, by the Assistance Listings Number (formerly CFDA Number), and a statement
that the publication does not constitute an endorsement by FEMA or reflect FEMA’s views.
A.24 RECAPTURE PROVISION
In the event the Subrecipient fails to expend funds under this Agreement in accordance with applicable
federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and/or the provisions of the Agreement, the Department
reserves the right to recapture funds in an amount equivalent to the extent of noncompliance. Such right
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 20 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
of recapture shall exist for the life of the project following Agreement termination. Repayment by the
Subrecipient of funds under this recapture provision shall occur within 30 days of demand. In the event
the Department is required to institute legal proceedings to enforce the recapture provision, the
Department shall be entitled to its costs and expenses thereof, including attorney fees from the
Subrecipient.
A.25 RECORDS
a. The Subrecipient agrees to maintain all books, records, documents, receipts, invoices and all
other electronic or written records necessary to sufficiently and properly reflect the Subrecipient's
contracts, subawards, grant administration, and payments, including all direct and indirect
charges, and expenditures in the performance of this Agreement (the “records”).
b. The Subrecipient's records related to this Agreement and the projects funded may be inspected
and audited by the Department or its designee, by the Office of the State Auditor, DHS, FEMA or
their designees, by the Comptroller General of the United States or its designees, or by other
state or federal officials authorized by law, for the purposes of determining compliance by the
Subrecipient with the terms of this Agreement and to determine the appropriate level of funding
to be paid under the Agreement.
c. The records shall be made available by the Subrecipient for such inspection and audit, together
with suitable space for such purpose, at any and all times during the Subrecipient's normal
working day.
d. The Subrecipient shall retain and allow access to all records related to this Agreement and the
funded project(s) for a period of at least six (6) years following final payment and closure of the
grant under this Agreement. Despite the minimum federal retention requirement of three (3) years,
the more stringent State requirement of six (6) years must be followed.
A.26 RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROJECT/STATEMENT OF WORK/WORK PLAN
While the Department undertakes to assist the Subrecipient with the project/statement of work/work plan
(project) by providing federal award funds pursuant to this Agreement, the project itself remains the sole
responsibility of the Subrecipient. The Department undertakes no responsibility to the Subrecipient, or to
any third party, other than as is expressly set out in this Agreement.
The responsibility for the design, development, construction, implementation, operation and maintenance
of the project, as these phrases are applicable to this project, is solely that of the Subrecipient, as is
responsibility for any claim or suit of any nature by any third party related in any way to the project.
Prior to the start of any construction activity, the Subrecipient shall ensure that all applicable federal,
state, and local permits and clearances are obtained, including, but not limited to, FEMA compliance with
the National Environmental Policy Act, the National Historic Preservation Act, the Endangered Species
Act, and all other environmental laws, regulations, and executive orders.
The Subrecipient shall defend, at its own cost, any and all claims or suits at law or in equity, which may
be brought against the Subrecipient in connection with the project. The Subrecipient shall not look to the
Department, or to any state or federal agency, or to any of their employees or agents, for any
performance, assistance, or any payment or indemnity, including, but not limited to, cost of defense
and/or attorneys’ fees, in connection with any claim or lawsuit brought by any third party related to any
design, development, construction, implementation, operation and/or maintenance of a project.
A.27 SEVERABILITY
If any court of rightful jurisdiction holds any provision or condition under this Agreement or its application
to any person or circumstances invalid, this invalidity does not affect other provisions, terms or conditions
of the Agreement, which can be given effect without the invalid provision. To this end, the terms and
conditions of this Agreement are declared severable.
A.28 SINGLE AUDIT ACT REQUIREMENTS (including all AMENDMENTS)
The Subrecipient shall comply with and include the following audit requirements in any subawards.
Non-federal entities, as Subrecipients of a federal award, that expend $750,000 or more in one fiscal
year of federal funds from all sources, direct and indirect, are required to have a single or a program-
specific audit conducted in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F. Non-federal entities that spend
less than $750,000 a year in federal awards are exempt from federal audit requirements for that year,
except as noted in 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F. As defined in 2 CFR Part 200, the term “non-federal entity”
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 21 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
means a state, local government, Indian tribe, institution of higher education, or nonprofit organization
that carries out a federal award as a recipient or subrecipient.
Subrecipients that are required to have an audit must ensure the audit is performed in accordance with
Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) as found in the Government Auditing
Standards (the Revised Yellow Book) developed by the United States Comptroller General and the OMB
Compliance Supplement. The Subrecipient has the responsibility of notifying its auditor and requesting
an audit in compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F, to include the Washington State Auditor’s Office,
a federal auditor, or a public accountant performing work using GAGAS, as appropriate. Costs of the
audit may be an allowable grant expenditure as authorized by 2 CFR Part 200.425.
The Subrecipient shall maintain auditable records and accounts so as to facilitate the audit requirement
and shall ensure that any subcontractors also maintain auditable records. The Subrecipient is responsible
for any audit exceptions incurred by its own organization or that of its subcontractors. Responses to any
unresolved management findings and disallowed or questioned costs shall be included with the audit
report. The Subrecipient must respond to Department requests for information or corrective action
concerning audit issues or findings within 30 days of the date of request. The Department reserves the
right to recover from the Subrecipient all disallowed costs resulting from the audit.
After the single audit has been completed, and if it includes any audit findings, the Subrecipient must
send a full copy of the audit and its Corrective Action Plan to the Department at the following address no
later than nine (9) months after the end of the Subrecipient’s fiscal year(s):
Contracts Office
Washington Military Department
Finance Division, Building #1 TA-20
Camp Murray, WA 98430-5032
OR
Contracts.Office@mil.wa.gov
The Department retains the sole discretion to determine whether a valid claim for an exemption from the
audit requirements of this provision has been established.
Conducting a single or program-specific audit in compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F is a material
requirement of this Agreement. In the absence of a valid claim of exemption from the audit requirements
of 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F, the Subrecipient’s failure to comply with said audit requirements may result
in one or more of the following actions in the Department’s sole discretion: a percentage of federal awards
being withheld until the audit is completed in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F; the withholding
or disallowing of overhead costs; the suspension of federal awards until the audit is conducted and
submitted; or termination of the federal award.
A.29 SUBRECIPIENT NOT EMPLOYEE
The Subrecipient, and/or employees or agents performing under this Agreement, are not employees or
agents of the Department in any manner whatsoever. The Subrecipient will not be presented as nor
claim to be an officer or employee of the Department or of the state of Washington by reason hereof, nor
will the Subrecipient make any claim, demand, or application to or for any right, privilege or benefit
applicable to an officer or employee of the Department or of the state of Washington, including, but not
limited to, Workers’ Compensation coverage, unemployment insurance benefits, social security benefits,
retirement membership or credit, or privilege or benefit which would accrue to a civil service employee
under Chapter 41.06 RCW; OFM Reg. 4.3.1.1.8.
It is understood that if the Subrecipient is another state department, state agency, state university, state
college, state community college, state board, or state commission, that the officers and employees are
employed by the state of Washington in their own right.
If the Subrecipient is an individual currently employed by a Washington State agency, the Department
shall obtain proper approval from the employing agency or institution before entering into this contract.
A statement of "no conflict of interest" shall be submitted to the Department.
A.30 TAXES, FEES AND LICENSES
Unless otherwise provided in this Agreement, the Subrecipient shall be responsible for, pay and maintain
in current status all taxes, unemployment contributions, fees, licenses, assessments, permit charges and
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 22 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
expenses of any other kind for the Subrecipient or its staff required by statute or regulation that are
applicable to Agreement performance.
A.31 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE
Notwithstanding any provisions of this Agreement, the Subrecipient may terminate this Agreement by
providing written notice of such termination to the Department Key Personnel identified in the Agreement,
specifying the effective date thereof, at least thirty (30) days prior to such date.
Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement, the Department, in its sole discretion and in the best
interests of the state of Washington, may terminate this Agreement in whole or in part ten (10) business
days after emailing notice. Upon notice of termination for convenience, the Department reserves the right
to suspend all or part of the Agreement, withhold further payments, or prohibit the Subrecipient from
incurring additional obligations of funds. In the event of termination, the Subrecipient shall be liable for all
damages as authorized by law. The rights and remedies of the Department provided for in this section
shall not be exclusive and are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law.
A.32 TERMINATION OR SUSPENSION FOR LOSS OF FUNDING
The Department may unilaterally terminate or suspend all or part of this Grant Agreement, or may reduce
its scope of work and budget, if there is a reduction in funds by the source of those funds, and if such
funds are the basis for this Grant Agreement. The Department will email the Subrecipient ten (10)
business days prior to termination.
A.33 TERMINATION OR SUSPENSION FOR CAUSE
In the event the Department, in its sole discretion, determines the Subrecipient has failed to fulfill in a
timely and proper manner its obligations under this Agreement, is in an unsound financial condition so
as to endanger performance hereunder, is in violation of any laws or regulations that render the
Subrecipient unable to perform any aspect of the Agreement, or has violated any of the covenants,
agreements or stipulations of this Agreement, the Department has the right to immediately suspend or
terminate this Agreement in whole or in part.
The Department may notify the Subrecipient in writing of the need to take corrective action and provide
a period of time in which to cure. The Department is not required to allow the Subrecipient an opportunity
to cure if it is not feasible as determined solely within the Department’s discretion. Any time allowed for
cure shall not diminish or eliminate the Subrecipient’s liability for damages or otherwise affect any other
remedies available to the Department. If the Department allows the Subrecipient an opportunity to cure,
the Department shall notify the Subrecipient in writing of the need to take corrective action. If the
corrective action is not taken within ten (10) calendar days or as otherwise specified by the Department,
or if such corrective action is deemed by the Department to be insufficient, the Agreement may be
terminated in whole or in part.
The Department reserves the right to suspend all or part of the Agreement, withhold further payments,
or prohibit the Subrecipient from incurring additional obligations of funds during investigation of the
alleged compliance breach, pending corrective action by the Subrecipient, if allowed, or pending a
decision by the Department to terminate the Agreement in whole or in part.
In the event of termination, the Subrecipient shall be liable for all damages as authorized by law, including,
but not limited to, any cost difference between the original Agreement and the replacement or cover
Agreement and all administrative costs directly related to the replacement Agreement, e.g., cost of
administering the competitive solicitation process, mailing, advertising and other associated staff time.
The rights and remedies of the Department provided for in this section shall not be exclusive and are in
addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law.
If it is determined that the Subrecipient: (1) was not in default or material breach, or (2) failure to perform
was outside of the Subrecipient’s control, fault or negligence, the termination shall be deemed to be a
termination for convenience.
A.34 TERMINATION PROCEDURES
In addition to the procedures set forth below, if the Department terminates this Agreement, the
Subrecipient shall follow any procedures specified in the termination notice. Upon termination of this
Agreement and in addition to any other rights provided in this Agreement, the Department may require
the Subrecipient to deliver to the Department any property specifically produced or acquired for the
performance of such part of this Agreement as has been terminated.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 23 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
If the termination is for convenience, the Department shall pay to the Subrecipient as an agreed upon
price, if separately stated, for properly authorized and completed work and services rendered or goods
delivered to and accepted by the Department prior to the effective date of Agreement termination, the
amount agreed upon by the Subrecipient and the Department for (i) completed work and services and/or
equipment or supplies provided for which no separate price is stated, (ii) partially completed work and
services and/or equipment or supplies provided which are accepted by the Department, (iii) other work,
services and/or equipment or supplies which are accepted by the Department, and (iv) the protection and
preservation of property.
Failure to agree with such amounts shall be a dispute within the meaning of the "Disputes" clause of this
Agreement. If the termination is for cause, the Department shall determine the extent of the liability of the
Department. The Department shall have no other obligation to the Subrecipient for termination. The
Department may withhold from any amounts due the Subrecipient such sum as the Department
determines to be necessary to protect the Department against potential loss or liability.
The rights and remedies of the Department provided in this Agreement shall not be exclusive and are in
addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law.
After receipt of a notice of termination, and except as otherwise directed by the Department in writing,
the Subrecipient shall:
a. Stop work under the Agreement on the date, and to the extent specified, in the notice;
b. Place no further orders or contracts for materials, services, supplies, equipment and/or facilities
in relation to this Agreement except as may be necessary for completion of such portion of the
work under the Agreement as is not terminated;
c. Assign to the Department, in the manner, at the times, and to the extent directed by the
Department, all of the rights, title, and interest of the Subrecipient under the orders and contracts
so terminated, in which case the Department has the right, at its discretion, to settle or pay any
or all claims arising out of the termination of such orders and contracts;
d. Settle all outstanding liabilities and all claims arising out of such termination of orders and
contracts, with the approval or ratification of the Department to the extent the Department may
require, which approval or ratification shall be final for all the purposes of this clause;
e. Transfer title to the Department and deliver in the manner, at the times, and to the extent directed
by the Department any property which, if the Agreement had been completed, would have been
required to be furnished to the Department;
f. Complete performance of such part of the work as shall not have been terminated by the
Department in compliance with all contractual requirements; and
g. Take such action as may be necessary, or as the Department may require, for the protection and
preservation of the property related to this Agreement which is in the possession of the
Subrecipient and in which the Department has or may acquire an interest.
A.35 MINORITY AND WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES
In accordance with the legislative findings and policies set forth in Chapter 39.19 RCW, the state of
Washington encourages participation in all its contracts by MWBE firms certified by the Office of Minority
and Women’s Business Enterprises (OMWBE). To the extent possible, the Subrecipient will solicit and
encourage minority-owned and women-owned business enterprises who are certified by the OMWBE
under the state of Washington certification program to apply and compete for work under this contract.
Voluntary numerical MWBE participation goals have been established and are indicated herein: Minority
Business Enterprises: (MBEs): 10% and Woman’s Business Enterprises (WBEs): 6%.
A.36 VENUE
This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with, and the validity and performance
shall be governed by, the laws of the state of Washington. Except for as provided herein, venue of any
suit between the parties arising out of this Agreement shall be the Superior Court of Thurston County,
Washington, and the Subrecipient, by execution of this Agreement, acknowledges the jurisdiction of the
courts of the state of Washington. Provides, that if the Subrecipient is a federally recognized Indian Tribe,
the parties agree that, in the event either party to this Agreement commences any suit relating to or
arising from the Agreement, the United States District Court for the Western District of the State of
Washington shall have the sole and exclusive jurisdiction over such proceeding. If the court lacks federal
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 24 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
subject matter jurisdiction, then the Tribe agrees to waive its sovereign immunity from suit for the limited
purpose of permitting the State to enforce the terms of this Agreement in the Superior Court of
Washington under Washington law, and venue for such suit shall be the Superior Court of Thurston
County, Washington. This limited waiver of sovereign immunity is solely for the benefit of the State. This
limited waiver of sovereign immunity shall not be for, nor shall it be construed as for, the benefit of any
other person or entity, and the Tribe does not waive its immunity with respect to any action brought by,
or on behalf of, any other entity or person.
A.37 WAIVERS
No conditions or provisions of this Agreement can be waived unless approved in advance by the
Department in writing. The Department's failure to insist upon strict performance of any provision of the
Agreement or to exercise any right based upon a breach thereof, or the acceptance of any performance
during such breach, shall not constitute a waiver of any right under this Agreement.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 25 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
Attachment C
24EMPG Award Letter
EMS-2024-EP-05000
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 26 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
// due to new system inclusion of information with no context, pages 5-12 not included – available on request //
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 27 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 28 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 29 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 30 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 31 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 32 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 33 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 34 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 35 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 36 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 37 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 38 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 39 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 40 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 41 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
Attachment D
WORK PLAN
FY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant
The purpose of this attachment is to identify the activities planned by the Subrecipient under this Grant
Agreement, funded by EMPG and required match funding, and subsequently approved as allowable under
EMPG by the EMPG Program Manager.
Emergency Management Organization: City of Renton Office of Emergency Management (OEM)
The purpose of EMPG is to assist with the enhancement, sustainment and improvement of state, local, and tribal
emergency management programs. Activities conducted using EMPG funding should relate directly to the five mission
areas of the national preparedness goal of prevention, protection, response, recovery, and mitigation. Washington
State does not require a specific number of activities to receive EMPG funding. However, there are required
capabilities that must be sustained in order to remain eligible for EMPG funding, including but not limited to the
ability to communicate and warn, educate the public, plan, train, exercise, and be NIMS compliant. The Work Plan
delineates the Emergency Management Organization's emergency management program planning and priority focus
for this grant cycle (to include EMPG grant and local funds).
Priority Area #1 4.10 Training
Primary Core Capability Operational Coordination
Secondary Core Capability Operational Communications
Build or Sustain Sustaining/Maintaining
WORK PLANNED IDENTIFIED GAP/NEED ANTICIPATED PROJECT IMPACT
Send emergency management team,
city staff, volunteers and community
partners through training for
emergency planning, response,
recovery or mitigation.
The 2023 Integrated Preparedness Plan
identifies numerous areas in which
additional training and exercising is
needed. In the 2023 5-year Emergency
Management Strategic Plan Goal #2 is
"Prepared and responsive city teams",
where "All employees are prepared for
emergencies, can be reached, and report
to work promptly" and "City teams
contribute to, train on, exercise and learn
from emergency plans and incidents."
Having properly trained and prepared EOC
workers is a NIMS requirement. Other
departments lack sufficient or targeted
training dollars to do the extra training
requested of them by emergency
management.
A smoother response resulting
in better utilization of resources
and less duplication of effort
while protecting lives, property,
the environment, and the
economy.
Priority Area #2 4.12 Emergency Public Information and Education
Primary Core Capability Public Information and Warning
Secondary Core Capability Community Resilience
Build or Sustain Sustaining/Maintaining
WORK PLANNED IDENTIFIED GAP/NEED ANTICIPATED PROJECT IMPACT
Conduct an annual outreach
campaign.
Without a regular outreach campaign and
ongoing training programs, our residents
will not have access to essential
information to protect themselves and
their loved ones.
Community outreach as a whole
will allow our community to be
better prepared for any disaster
by teaching preparedness skills
and spreading awareness with
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 42 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
multilingual materials/
resources.
Promote and conduct emergency
preparedness classes through the
Renton Emergency Preparedness
Academy (REPA).
Our community is language diverse. There
is a great need to effectively communicate
essential information before, during, and
after a disaster.
Providing emergency public
information in multiple
languages creates equitable
access to emergency messaging
for our diverse community.
Provide translation/interpretation for
community classes as requested, and
in emergency situations as required.
In the 2023 5-year Emergency
Management Strategic Plan Goal #1 is "A
prepared and resilient community", where
"Everyone can receive emergency
information", "Individuals take
responsibility for their own household and
business preparedness", and "Those with
Limited English Proficiency or Access and
Functional Needs receive equitable
assistance in an emergency." The
provision of emergency information in
multiple languages is also mandated by
state law.
Providing emergency public
information in multiple
languages creates equitable
access to emergency messaging
for our diverse community.
Priority Area #3 4.8 Communications and Warning
Primary Core Capability Operational Communications
Build or Sustain Sustaining/Maintaining
WORK PLANNED IDENTIFIED GAP/NEED ANTICIPATED PROJECT IMPACT
Continue the replacement cycle for
existing aging equipment used for
emergency communications,
including replacing dead battery
packs, radios, and damaged antennae
for amateur radio equipment, and
instituting a regular replacement
cycle. (Batteries: 10BC-00-BATT;
Radios and antennae: 06CP-03-
TOWR, 06CP-01-PORT, 06CP-01-
MOBL, and 06CP-01-BASE)
Without operational communications
equipment responders, the EOC, and
other partners are unable to communicate
and coordinate during a disaster.
Operational Communications, and
interoperable communications (which our
supported by our amateur radio
volunteers and equipment) are a NIMS
requirement.
Additional aging equipment failures arose
in 2024, therefore had not been
accounted for in the biennial budget, thus
grant funds are requested.
Communications are
operational, facilitating
emergency response
coordination.
Priority Area #4 4.11 Exercises, Evaluations, and Corrective Actions
Primary Core Capability Operational Coordination
Secondary Core Capability On-scene Security, Protection, and Law Enforcement
Build or Sustain Sustaining/Maintaining
WORK PLANNED IDENTIFIED GAP/NEED ANTICIPATED PROJECT IMPACT
Plan and execute a major exercise
series in preparation for the World
Cup activities anticipated in 2026.
In the 2023 5-year Emergency
Management Strategic Plan Goal #2 is
"Prepared and responsive city teams",
where "All employees are prepared for
emergencies, can be reached, and report
Law enforcement, EMS, and
hospital personnel will be able
to coordinate with one another
in a complex situation, resulting
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 43 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
to work promptly" and "City teams
contribute to, train on, exercise and learn
from emergency plans and incidents."
Having properly trained and prepared
emergency responders is a NIMS
requirement. In the 2020 King County
Regional Hazard Mitigation noted:
"Terrorists have increasingly targeted
mass-gatherings in densely populated or
high-profile areas."
Because the World Cup presence in the
metro area is a novel event announced
only this year, it was not anticipated in the
development of the current biennial
budget.
in lives saved during a terrorist
or mass violence incident.
Priority Area #5 4.5 Operational Planning and Procedures
Primary Core Capability Planning
Build or Sustain Sustaining/Maintaining
WORK PLANNED IDENTIFIED GAP/NEED ANTICIPATED PROJECT IMPACT
Revise SOPs to include task books
and Duty Officer Manual updates in
digital format.
Proofreading and template
adaptation/preparation for new and
existing plans (Recovery Framework,
Debris Management, Hazard
Mitigation, etc.)
NIMS credentialing requirements and new
EOC training requires the creation of EOC
task books. The EOC Duty Officer Manual
is due for revision and would benefit from
the addition of digital bookmarks.
In the current economic climate and
within budget constraints, city funds are
insufficient to accomplish all of the
necessary work in plan revision.
EOC staff will have clear
guidance in their positions,
leading to more efficient and
effective handling of disaster
related tasks.
The EOC Duty Officer will have a
better organized and accessible
manual, leading to more
efficient and effective handling
of disaster related tasks.
City staff will have access to the
latest emergency plans in a
usable, accessible format that
complies with state and federal
planning requirements.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 44 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
Attachment E
TIMELINE
FY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant
The purpose of this attachment is to identify applicable and agreed upon due dates for Grant Agreement
milestones to include deliverables that must be submitted to the Department. Both the Department and the
Subrecipient shall monitor adherence with the dates below.
DATE TASK
June 1, 2024 Grant Agreement Start Date
April 30, 2025 Submit reimbursement request
September 30, 2025 Grant Agreement End Date – all work must be complete
November 15, 2025 Submit final reimbursement request, final report, training
requirement report, and/or other deliverables.
The Subrecipient must request prior written approval from Department Key Personnel to waive
or extend a due date in the above Timeline.
For waived or extended reimbursement due dates, all allowable costs should be submitted on the
next scheduled reimbursement due date contained in the above Timeline.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 45 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
Attachment F
BUDGET
FY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant
The purpose of this attachment is to identify applicable and agreed upon due dates for Grant Agreement
milestones to include deliverables that must be submitted to the Department. Both the Department and the
Subrecipient shall monitor adherence with the dates below.
24EMPG AWARD 50,653.00$
SOLUTION
AREA BUDGET CATEGORY EMPG AMOUNT MATCH AMOUNT
Personnel & Fringe Benefits -$ -$
Travel/Per Diem -$ -$
Supplies -$ -$
Consultants/Contracts 17,512$ -$
Other -$ -$
Subtotal 17,512$ -$
Personnel & Fringe Benefits 16,845$ 50,653$
Travel/Per Diem -$ -$
Supplies -$ -$
Consultants/Contracts 700$ -$
Other -$ -$
Subtotal 17,545$ 50,653$
Personnel & Fringe Benefits -$ -$
Travel/Per Diem -$ -$
Supplies 5,000$ -$
Consultants/Contracts 5,000$ -$
Other -$ -$
Subtotal 10,000$ -$
Personnel & Fringe Benefits -$ -$
Travel/Per Diem 800$ -$
Supplies 1,500$ -$
Consultants/Contracts 2,096$ -$
Other -$ -$
Subtotal 4,396$ -$
Equipment 1,200$ -$
Subtotal 1,200$ -$
Personnel & Fringe Benefits -$ -$
Travel/Per Diem -$ -$
Supplies -$ -$
Consultants/Contracts -$ -$
Other -$ -$
Subtotal -$ -$
Indirect -$ -$
Indirect Cost Rate on file 0.00%N/A
TOTAL Grant Agreement AMOUNT:50,653$ 50,653$
for Time Period of:
M&
A
PL
A
N
N
I
N
G
OR
G
A
N
I
Z
A
T
I
O
N
EX
E
R
C
I
S
E
TR
A
I
N
I
N
G
EQ
U
I
P
The Subrecipient will provide a match of $50,653 of non-federal origin, 50% of the total project cost (local budget
plus EMPG award).
Cumulative transfers to budget categories in excess of ten percent (10%) of the Grant Agreement Amount will
not be reimbursed without prior written approval from the Department.
Funding Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security - PI# 743PT – EMPG
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY24 Page 46 of 46 City of Renton OEM, E25-091
Attachment G
BUILD AMERICA, BUY AMERICA ACT SELF-CERTIFICATION
The undersigned certifies, to the best of their knowledge and belief, that:
The Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) requires that no federal financial assistance for “infrastructure”
projects is provided “unless all of the iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in the
project are produced in the United States.” Section 70914 of Public Law No. 117-58, §§ 70901-52.
The undersigned certifies that for the Insert Project Name and Location that the iron, steel, manufactured
products, and construction materials used in this contract are in full compliance with the BABAA requirements
including:
1. All iron and steel used in the project are produced in the United States. This means all manufacturing
processes, from the initial melting stage through the application of coatings, occurred in the United States.
2. All manufactured products purchased with FEMA financial assistance must be produced in the United
States. For a manufactured product to be considered produced in the United States, the cost of the
components of the manufactured product that are mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States
is greater than 55% of the total cost of all components of the manufactured product, unless another
standard for determining the minimum amount of domestic content of the manufactured product has been
established under applicable law or regulation.
3. All construction materials are manufactured in the United States. This means that all manufacturing
processes for the construction material occurred in the United States.
“The [Contractor or Subcontractor], ______________________, certifies or affirms the truthfulness and
accuracy of each statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In addition, the [Contractor or
Subcontractor] understands and agrees that the provisions of 31 U.S.C. Chap. 38, Administrative Remedies for
False Claims and Statements, apply to this certification and disclosure, if any.”
_______________________________________________________
Signature of [Contractor’s or Subcontractor’s] Authorized Official
Enter Name and Title
Name and Title of [Contractor’s or Subcontractor’s] Authorized Official
Date
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
Page ____ of ____
SIGNATURE AUTHORIZATION FORM (SAF)
WASHINGTON MILITARY DEPARTMENT
Camp Murray, Washington 98430-5122
Please read instructions on page 2 before completing this form.
NAME OF ORGANIZATION DATE SUBMITTED
GRANT PROGRAM - Acronyms Accepted AGREEMENT NUMBER(S)
1. AUTHORIZING AUTHORITY
PHYSICAL SIGNATURE E-SIGNATURE PRINT OR
TYPE NAME
TITLE & TERM OF OFFICE
(If applicable)
2. AUTHORIZED TO SIGN AGREEMENTS / AMENDMENTS
PHYSICAL SIGNATURE E-SIGNATURE PRINT OR
TYPE NAME
TITLE & TERM OF OFFICE
(If applicable)
3. AUTHORIZED TO SIGN REQUESTS FOR REIMBURSEMENT
PHYSICAL SIGNATURE E-SIGNATURE PRINT OR
TYPE NAME
TITLE & TERM OF OFFICE
(If applicable)
SAF Revised 5/8/2024
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SIGNATURE AUTHORIZATION FORM (SAF)
This form identifies the authorizing authority(ies) and person(s) who have the authority to sign
agreements, amendments, and requests for reimbursement. It is required for the management
of your agreement with the Washington Military Department (WMD). Please complete all
sections. The signature and/or e-signatures included on this SAF must match what is on the
agreement, amendment, debarment form, and A-19 invoice voucher submitted. It is required
that the signatures in WMD's files are current. Changes in staffing or responsibilities will require
a new SAF.
At least one person must be assigned to each of the three roles and the same person can
be assigned to multiple roles. If more than one individual will be signing an agreement,
amendment, or reimbursement request please make sure everyone signs this form. If
additional lines are needed, please fill out two forms and title them 1 of 2 and 2 of 2.
1. Authorizing Authority. Generally, the person(s) signing in this section heads the
governing body of the organization such as the board chair or mayor. In some cases, the
chief executive officer may have been delegated this authority.
2. Authorized to Sign Agreements / Amendments. The person(s) given the authority to
bind the agency/organization to the terms and conditions of the agreement. Usually, it is
the county commissioner, mayor, executive director, city clerk, etc.
3. Authorized to Sign Requests for Reimbursement. Often the executive director, city
clerk, treasurer, or administrative assistant have this authority. When a request for
reimbursement is received, the signature on the A-19 invoice voucher is verified that it
matches the signature on this form. It is advisable to have more than one person
authorized to sign reimbursement requests. This will help prevent delays in
processing a request if one person is temporarily unavailable. The payment can be
delayed if the request is presented without the proper signature.
Once filled out, send the original to WMD with the signed agreement. It is recommended you
keep a copy with the executed agreement in your files. Multiple grant agreements can be
included on one SAF if they are all under the same grant program (e.g., 22EMPG and
23EMPG). Two distinct grant programs cannot be included on the same SAF (e.g., SHSP and
EMPG).
If you have any questions regarding this form or to request new forms, please call your main
grant point of contact at WMD.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
Washington Military Department Contract Number:_______
Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility or Voluntary Exclusion Certification Form
NAME
Doing business as (DBA)
ADDRESS
Applicable Procurement
or Solicitation #, if any:
WA Uniform Business
Identifier (UBI)
Federal Employer Tax
Identification #:
This certification is submitted as part of a request to contract.
Instructions For Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion--Lower
Tier Covered Transactions
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING THE CERTIFICATION. Federal regulations require contractors and bidders to sign and
abide by the terms of this certification, without modification, in order to participate in certain transactions directly or
indirectly involving federal funds.
1. By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective lower tier participant is providing the certification set out
below.
2. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this
transaction was entered into. If it is later determined that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered an
erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government the department or agency
with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.
3. The prospective lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the department, institution or office to
which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective lower tier participant learns that its certification was
erroneous when submitted or had become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.
4. The terms covered transaction, debarred, suspended, ineligible, lower tier covered transaction, participant, person,
primary covered transaction, principal, proposal, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, have the meaning
set out in the Definitions and Coverage sections of rules implementing Executive Order 12549. You may contact the
person to which this proposal is submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.
5. The prospective lower tier participant agrees by submitting this proposal that, should the proposed covered
transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is
proposed for debarment under the applicable CFR, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded
from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency with which this
transaction originated.
6. The prospective lower tier participant further agrees by submitting this proposal that it will include this clause titled
``Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion-Lower Tier Covered
Transaction,'' without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered
transactions.
7. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered
transaction that it is not proposed for debarment under applicable CFR, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily
excluded from covered transactions, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant may decide the
method and frequency by which it determines the eligibility of its principals. Each participant may, but is not required
to, check the List of Parties Excluded from Federal Procurement and Non-procurement Programs.
8. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to
render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not
required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business activity.
9. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 5 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction
knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under applicable
CFR, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other
remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may
pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.
Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion--Lower Tier
Covered Transactions
The prospective lower tier participant certifies, by submission of this proposal or contract, that neither it nor its
principals is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded
from participation in this transaction by any Federal department or agency. Where the prospective lower tier
participant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such prospective participant shall
attach an explanation to this form.
Bidder or Contractor Signature: _______________________________________ Date: _____________
Print Name and Title: _______________________________________________
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
Washington Military Department Contract Number:_______
FEDERAL DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION
INELIGIBILITY and VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION
(FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)
What is “Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary Exclusion”?
These terms refer to the status of a person or company that cannot contract with or receive grants from a federal agency.
In order to be debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded, you must have:
• had a contract or grant with a federal agency, and
• gone through some process where the federal agency notified or attempted to notify you that you could not contract
with the federal agency.
• Generally, this process occurs where you, the contractor, are not qualified or are not adequately performing under a
contract, or have violated a regulation or law pertaining to the contract.
Why am I required to sign this certification?
You are requesting a contract or grant with the Washington Military Department. Federal law (Executive Order 12549)
requires Washington Military Department ensure that persons or companies that contract with Washington Military
Department are not prohibited from having federal contracts.
What is Executive Order 12549?
Executive Order 12549 refers to Federal Executive Order Number 12549. The executive order was signed by the
President and directed federal agencies to ensure that federal agencies, and any state or other agency receiving federal
funds were not contracting or awarding grants to persons, organizations, or companies who have been excluded from
participating in federal contracts or grants. Federal agencies have codified this requirement in their individual agency
Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs).
What is the purpose of this certification?
The purpose of the certification is for you to tell Washington Military Department in writing that you have not been
prohibited by federal agencies from entering into a federal contract.
What does the word “proposal” mean when referred to in this certification?
Proposal means a solicited or unsolicited bid, application, request, invitation to consider or similar communication from
you to Washington Military Department.
What or who is a “lower tier participant”?
Lower tier participants means a person or organization that submits a proposal , enters into contracts with, or receives a
grant from Washington Military Department, OR any subcontractor of a contract with Washington Military Department. If
you hire subcontractors, you should require them to sign a certification and keep it with your subcontract.
What is a covered transaction when referred to in this certification?
Covered Transaction means a contract, oral or written agreement, grant, or any other arrangement where you contract
with or receive money from Washington Military Departm ent. Covered Transaction does not include mandatory
entitlements and individual benefits.
Sample Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, Voluntary Exclusion Contract Provision
Debarment Certification. The Contractor certifies that the Contractor is not presently debarred, suspended,
proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participating in this Contract by any
Federal department or agency. If requested by Washington Military Department, the Contractor shall complete
a Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary Exclusion form. Any such form
completed by the Contractor for this Contract shall be incorporated into this Contract by reference.
AGENDA ITEM #7. d)
AB - 3660
City Council Regular Meeting - 21 Oct 2024
SUBJECT/TITLE: Resolution to Adopt Northeast Renton Park Master Plan
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Refer to Community Services Committee
DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation Department
STAFF CONTACT: Jason Lederer, Parks Planning Manager
EXT.: 6547
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
Not applicable.
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
The Northeast Renton Park Master Plan has been in development since the fall of 2023. This Plan establishes
community vision, design goals, and implementation strategies to create a future park in the East Plateau
Planning Area. Developing a new park in this location is identified as Priority # 4 in the 2020 Parks, Recreation
and Natural Areas Master Plan, which also includes the recommendation to develop a formal park master plan
and provide the opportunity for more detailed discussion with the community. Extensive public outreach and
engagement was conducted throughout Plan development and reflects the substantial community feedback
received during planning process. Additionally, the Community Services Committee and Parks Commission
received regular updates throughout the master plan development process.
EXHIBITS:
A. 24RES020 Adopting Park Master Plan NE Renton Park Project
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Northeast Renton Park Master Plan and adopt the Resolution.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
1
CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. _______
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE
NORTHEAST RENTON PARK MASTER PLAN
WHEREAS, the City began the process of developing a plan for the Northeast Renton Park
in the fall of 2023; and
WHEREAS, much of the land comprising the Northeast Renton Park site was acquired with
grants from the State Recreation and Conservation Office in the early 1990s, which require timely
development of outdoor recreation facilities; and
WHEREAS, the plan was developed with extensive public outreach and in conjunction
with residents and other stakeholders; and
WHEREAS, the plan identifies implementation strategies to facilitate the redevelopment
of the site to support outdoor recreation; and
WHEREAS, the plan aligns with the goals of the May Creek Basin Action Plan which aims
to conserve and restore habitat and to provide passive trail access along the May Creek Greenway
between Lake Washington and Coungar Mountain Wildlands Park; and
WHEREAS, the plan aligns with the May Valley Urban Separator purpose and intent as
further described in RMC 4-3-110; and
WHEREAS, the plan is in alignment with the recommendations of the Parks, Recreation,
and Natural Areas Plan adopted by City Council through Resolution No. 4398;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
RESOLUTION NO. _______
2
SECTION I. The above recitals are found to be true and correct in all respects.
SECTION II. The Northeast Renton Park Master Plan, attached hereto as Exhibit A, is
adopted by the City of Renton.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL the day of , 2024.
______________________________
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this day of , 2024.
______________________________
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
RES- P&R:24RES020:08/28/2024
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
RESOLUTION NO. _______
3
EXHIBIT A
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
August 2024
Northeast Renton
Park Master Plan
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan August 2024
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The City of Renton gratefully acknowledges the contributions of the following individuals and groups
who have made this Master Plan possible:
City of Renton
Parks and Recreation
Maryjane Van Cleave, Parks and Recreation
Administrator
Cailín Hunsaker, Parks and Trails Director
Jennifer Spencer, Acting Recreation Director
Jason Lederer, Parks Planning Manager and
Project Manager
Betsy Severtsen, Capital Project Coordinator
Ian Gray, Urban Forestry and Natural Resources
Manager
Steve Brown, Parks Maintenance Manager
Bryce Goldmann, Parks Maintenance Supervisor
David Peterson, Parks Maintenance Supervisor
Rhemy King, Neighborhood Programs
Coordinator
Gabriela Golzarian, Inspecting Arborist
Mikaela Goodwin, Community Engagement
Leader
Claire Wilkinson, Community Engagement
Leader
Community and Economic Development
Alex Morganroth, Principal Planner
Nathan Janders, Development Engineering
Manager
Samuel Stolmeier, Construction Engineer
Public Works
Joe Farah, Surface Water Engineering Manager
Joe Stowell, Wastewater Utility Manager
Ellen Talbo, Transportation Planning Manager
Executive Services
Angel Laycock, Communications Manager
Samuel Severson, Communications Specialist
Master Planning Consultant Team
Anchor QEA (Prime Consultant)
Anna Spooner, Principal Landscape Architect
and Project Manager
Rachel Andersen, Landscape Architect
Zheng Fang, Senior Graphic Designer
Ann Costanza, Principal Planner
Reid Farnsworth, Landscape Designer
Cat Wallace, Technical Editor
Colleen Burner, Technical Editor
Clearway Environmental
Chad Durand, Environmental Manager
Rachel Crowley, Environmental Scientist
Jim Hearsey, Environmental Scientist
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan i August 2024
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Over the last 30 years, the City of Renton has acquired an 18.5-acre assemblage of parcels with the
intent to develop a new park in Northeast Renton. Located along May Creek and within the May
Valley Urban Separator, this new park will support the broader May Creek Greenway vision and
action plan, which aims to conserve and restore habitat, and create a trail corridor extending from
the mouth of May Creek at Lake Washington eastward to King County’s Cougar Mountain Regional
Wildland Park. Situated within the City’s East Plateau planning area, this new park will fill a notable
gap in a community currently underserved by parks, where many residents lack easy access to
recreational spaces within a quarter-mile or even half-mile of their homes. The new Northeast
Renton Park offers the City a unique opportunity to act on its mission to provide exceptional parks
and recreational opportunities that enrich the health, wellness, and quality of life for all Renton
residents while ensuring equitable access and the preservation of its natural resources and history.
The master planning process, which initiated in the fall of 2023, was strategically timed following the
recent acquisition of a new park parcel. Initial outreach and engagement efforts aimed to a refine a
park vision and develop a design to meet a variety of goals and needs. The effort also aligned with
both new and longstanding obligations, including those tied to grants from the Washington State
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan ii August 2024
Recreation and Conservation Office dating back to the early 1990s, which require timely
development of outdoor recreation facilities.
The master planning process also drew upon the 2020 Parks, Recreation, and Natural Areas Plan,
which had outlined an early concept for the park featuring conserved forested upland, riparian, and
wetland areas, winding trails, and a central amenity space.
From fall of 2023 through spring of 2024, the
City engaged stakeholders and the community
to gather input on opportunities and design
concepts for the new Northeast Renton Park. The
result is a park Master Plan and concept design
that honors the unique landscape and offers a
blend of active and passive recreation, including
a comprehensive trail network through restored
and enhanced habitats.
The Master Plan not only advances goals for
habitat conservation and trail connectivity but
also addresses the broader needs of the community and fulfills long-term grant obligations. Guided
by Renton Parks and Recreation’s commitment to sustainability, the plan balances three core
priorities: enhancing community health and wellness, fostering environmental resilience, and
promoting social equity. These principles are woven into the park’s design and development,
ensuring it meets today’s recreational needs while contributing to a sustainable and inclusive future
for all Renton residents. Furthermore, it aligns with key goals from the 2020 Parks, Recreation, and
Natural Area Plan, including Filling Gaps in Service, Creating a Connected System, and Protecting and
Conserving Natural Resources.
The design concept includes parking for vehicles, accessible pedestrians and cyclist access points,
restrooms, picnic shelters and seating, and a large nature play area. A network of paths and trails –
featuring paved, soft surface, and raised boardwalks – will guide visitors through diverse landscapes
and habitat areas, including forested slopes, wetlands, and scenic viewpoints of May Creek. Future
parcel acquisition may allow for additional amenities such as sports courts, an off-leash dog area,
and environmental education opportunities.
The estimated total project cost for the design, permitting, and implementation ranges between
$6,820,000 and $8,130,000. The low-end cost reflects the installation of portable toilets with a
custom enclosure structure and does not include park improvements on the future parcel. The
high-end cost reflects the installation of a restroom with a sewer connection and a full build out of
the future parcel.
Trail concept at the Northeast Renton’s new park
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan iii August 2024
CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ...................................................................................................................... i
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................. 1
1 VISION .......................................................................................................................................... 5
2 ENGAGEMENT ............................................................................................................................ 7
2.1 Community and Stakeholder Groups .......................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Community Engagement ................................................................................................................................. 8
2.3 City Stakeholder Engagement ..................................................................................................................... 11
3 PARK ELEMENTS ...................................................................................................................... 13
3.1 Access ................................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.2 Trails, Boardwalks, and Nodes ..................................................................................................................... 17
3.3 Public Safety ....................................................................................................................................................... 21
3.4 Habitat Enhancement ..................................................................................................................................... 21
3.5 Recreation and Amenity Areas .................................................................................................................... 22
3.6 Additional Park Features ............................................................................................................................... 23
3.7 Future Potential Expansion Area ................................................................................................................ 25
4 COST SUMMARY ..................................................................................................................... 26
4.1 Construction Costs ........................................................................................................................................... 26
4.2 Design, Permit, and Management Fees ................................................................................................... 29
4.3 Cost Escalation .................................................................................................................................................. 29
5 IMPLEMENTATION .................................................................................................................. 31
5.1 Permit Feasibility .............................................................................................................................................. 31
5.2 Phasing Considerations ................................................................................................................................. 34
5.3 Funding Opportunities ................................................................................................................................... 35
6 REFERENCES ............................................................................................................................. 37
TABLES
Table 1 Key Stakeholders, Community Groups, and Staff ......................................................................... 8
Table 2 Master Plan OPCC Summary ............................................................................................................... 27
Table 3 Park Development and Habitat Enhancement OPCC Summary ......................................... 27
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan iv August 2024
Table 4 Design, Permit, and Management Fee Summary ...................................................................... 29
Table 5 Total Master Plan Cost with Escalation Summary ...................................................................... 30
Table 6 Environmental Permitting Requirements ...................................................................................... 32
Table 7 Potential Grant Funding Sources ....................................................................................................... 35
FIGURES
Figure 1 Future Park Location .................................................................................................................................. 2
Figure 2 Park Planning Area Boundary and Adjacent Properties ............................................................. 3
Figure 3 Community Engagement Summary .................................................................................................... 9
Figure 4 Community Engagement Summary ................................................................................................. 10
Figure 5 Preferred Concept Plan .......................................................................................................................... 14
Figure 6 Preferred Concept Sections ................................................................................................................. 15
Figure 7 Trail Map ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
APPENDICES
Appendix A Existing Information Summary Report
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives
Appendix C Community Engagement Data
Appendix D City Stakeholder Meeting Notes
Appendix E Opinion of Probable Costs
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan v August 2024
ABBREVIATIONS
ADA Americans with Disabilities Act
City City of Renton
CPTED Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
CWA Clean Water Act
CZMA Coastal Zone Management Act
DAHP Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
Department City of Renton Parks and Recreation Department
Ecology Washington State Department of Ecology
EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
ESA Endangered Species Act
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
Greenway May Creek Greenway
JARPA Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application
LID Low-Impact Development
Master Plan Northeast Renton Park Master Plan
NEPA National Environmental Policy Act
NFWF National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
NMFS National Marine Fisheries Service
NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
OPCC Opinion of Probable Construction Costs
Park Northeast Renton Park
PEM palustrine emergent marsh
PFO palustrine forested wetland
PSS palustrine scrub shrub
RCO Recreation and Conservation Office
RCW Revised Code of Washington
SEPA State Environmental Policy Act
USACE U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
USFWS U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
WDFW Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 1 August 2024
INTRODUCTION
The City of Renton (City) intends to develop a new park in Northeast Renton. Led by the City’s Parks
and Recreation Department (Department), which has facilitated acquisition of the land comprising
the planning area since the early 1990s, the Northeast Renton Park (Park) Master Plan (Master Plan)
is an early step to develop a vision and concept design for the future Park. Nestled between May
Creek to the north, Duvall Avenue NE to the southwest, and Renton’s East Plateau neighborhood to
the south and east (see Figure 1), the proposed Park presents a unique blend of landscapes—forests
and clearings, wetlands and streams, two previously developed home sites, and rolling topography—
and the Master Plan presents an opportunity to restore and enhance these landscapes while also
expanding Northeast Renton’s recreation options.
The City’s 1978 Comprehensive Park & Recreation Plan identified the May Creek Greenway (Greenway),
extending from the mouth of May Creek at Lake Washington east to King County’s Cougar Mountain
Regional Wildland Park. The Greenway includes May Creek and its adjacent riparian setback. Over the
last nearly 40 years, the cities of Renton and Newcastle, as well as King County, have acquired lands
along the Greenway with a vision to conserve and enhance the corridor’s ecological function, develop
a pervious trail system to connect communities with nature and provide opportunities for
Photograph 1
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 2 August 2024
environmental access and education, and support the broader water quality and conservation goals of
the May Creek Basin Action Plan. Portions of the Greenway’s trail have been developed, and there are
plans to connect this trail to the to the Eastside Rail Corridor (City of Renton 2024).
The Master Plan offers a distinct opportunity to support the Greenway vision in Renton with outdoor
recreation and to create a stronger connection between the Renton community and the surrounding
ecosystem. Notably, the future Park is located in an area of Renton that is currently underserved by
parks and open space (City of Renton 2020), and the Master Plan provides the City the opportunity
to support its growing and diverse population through the development of a new park.
Figure 1
Future Park Location
Immediately to the north and west of the Park and along Duvall Avenue NE and Coal Creek Parkway SE
is the City of Newcastle boundary and its May Creek Park (Figure 2). This existing park encompasses
3,100 acres and includes a trail system within the Greenway. Both Newcastle’s May Creek Park and the
planned City of Renton Park fall within the Lake Washington/Cedar River/Sammamish River watersheds
and Water Resource Inventory Area 8. May Creek is the third largest tributary to Lake Washington,
draining the area west of Issaquah Creek and north of Cedar River, flowing through both Newcastle
and Renton. The Park is located approximately 4 miles from Lake Washington.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 3 August 2024
The Master Plan considers the entire 18.5 acres identified for a future park. As shown in Figure 2,
most of this area is owned by the City of Renton, with a 1.7-acre parcel in the northwest corner still in
private ownership. The City is discussing a future acquisition with the current owner of the parcel.
The City also owns the parcel to the northwest of the future Park. Managed by the City’s Surface
Water department, this 6.4-acre parcel includes a stormwater pond, access road, and open space.
Figure 2
Park Planning Area Boundary and Adjacent Properties
Note: Map provided by the City of Renton
This Master Plan defines the future Park’s vision (Section 2). Heavily informed by community and City
stakeholder input (Section 3), the Master Plan describes proposed Park elements (Section 4); provides a
comprehensive summary of the Park’s construction costs (Section 5); and outlines an implementation
strategy including permit feasibility, phasing considerations, and funding opportunities (Section 6).
The Master Plan is supported by five appendices capturing specific input and technical
documentation, including the following:
• Appendix A: Existing Information Summary Report summarizes the existing information
gathered to inform the Master Plan and to identify data gaps. This includes data layers for the
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 4 August 2024
Park basemap at neighborhood and site scales, desktop geotechnical and cultural resource
technical assessments, and a natural resource inventory.
• Appendix B: Conceptual Design Alternatives provides an overview of the Park’s opportunities
and constraints analysis and reviews, describes the design criteria matrix used for
decision-making, and reviews two design alternatives considered during master planning.
• Appendix C: Community Engagement Data summarizes methods used to reach out to the
community to hear input on the future Park design.
• Appendix D: City Stakeholder Meeting Notes provides a summary of the discussion between the
Master Plan team and City stakeholders that informed decision-making and the ultimate design.
• Appendix E: Opinion of Probable Costs provides a breakdown of the probable costs as shown
on the current preferred design.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 5 August 2024
1 VISION
The planned new Park in Northeast Renton provides an opportunity to contribute to the
Department’s vision to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable community through the
enhancement of Renton's parks and recreational services, promoting history, health, equity,
and environmental stewardship. Located within the defined Greenway and along May Creek’s
riparian corridor, adjacent forest canopy, and wetland resources, there is a unique opportunity to
harmoniously conserve, enhance, and steward these natural resources while thoughtfully balancing
development of an accessible, inclusive, and safe park with defined recreation facilities and trails that
provide a connection with nature for all Park goers.
The future Park’s location in the East Plateau planning area is underserved by parks; residents do not
have a park within a quarter mile or even half mile of their homes that is easily accessible (City of
Renton 2020). Through a continuous engagement process focused on supporting design and
programming for a new Park, the Department actively listened to stakeholders, partners, and,
notably, Renton residents and future Park users, in support of the Department’s mission to provide
exceptional parks and recreational opportunities that enrich the health, wellness, and quality
Photograph 2
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 6 August 2024
of life for all Renton residents while ensuring equitable access and the preservation of its
natural resources and history.
In addition to the new Park in Northeast
Renton, the City is currently planning park
expansion and renovation projects in other
neighborhoods, including a new park in
south Renton. The neighboring City of
Newcastle is also considering new
recreation amenities near its border with
Renton, including a new recreational sport
court facility and athletic fields along
SE 95th Way, just a half mile from the
Master Plan’s Park site.
City Neighborhood Program coordinator, Rhemy King, presents
design concepts to the community.
Photograph 3
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 7 August 2024
2 ENGAGEMENT
During early stages of the master planning process, the City sought to develop a plan to equitably
engage stakeholders, staff, and the community in order to incorporate feedback into the design
process and inform the Park design. The City developed an adaptable communications framework
for reaching stakeholders, staff, and community members who are invested in the Master Plan
process. This section reviews the engagement strategy and summarizes what the City heard from the
community and stakeholders.
2.1 Community and Stakeholder Groups
The Master Plan team identified stakeholder and community groups who may be invested in the
future Northeast Renton Park (Table 1). For each identified group, the City identified a method for
outreach: stakeholder group meetings, community outreach through participation in local events
and gatherings, and staff-to-staff engagement.
Photograph 4
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 8 August 2024
Table 1 Key Stakeholders, Community Groups, and Staff
Group
Stakeholder
Engagement
Community
Outreach
Staff-to-Staff
Engagement
City of Newcastle
King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks Funding
Local sporting groups
Environmental Science Center
Naturalist/environmental groups
Water Resource Inventory Area 8
Renton School District
Renton Senior Citizens Advisory Board
Renton Community Services Committee
Renton Parks Commission
Renton Adaptive Recreation Program
East Plateau neighborhood groups
Renton City Council members and Mayor
Coal Creek Utility District
Renton Urban Forestry and Natural Resource
Renton Public Works
Renton Community and Economic Development
Renton Police Department
Regional Fire Authority
The City then identified a three-touchpoint approach to structure the engagement. Each touchpoint is
defined by a design milestone. At each touchpoint, the City planned to participate in community
events, to attend a stakeholder meeting, and to engage with committees and groups to provide Master
Plan information and review Master Plan developments. The three touchpoints included the following:
• Touchpoint 1 – Review Site Analysis and Site Opportunities and Constraints – February 2024
• Touchpoint 2 – Review Conceptual Design Alternatives – March and April 2024
• Touchpoint 3 – Review Draft Preferred Design Concept – June 2024
2.2 Community Engagement
To provide equitable engagement, the City utilized a multipronged approach to engage a wide and
representative cross section of the community. All messaging directed the community to a dedicated
project website serving as a central information sharing and community engagement platform with
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 9 August 2024
surveys, message boards, polls, and other tools to communicate directly with City project staff. As an
initial engagement approach, direct mailings were sent to over 4,000 addresses within a quarter mile
of the future Park site. The City identified key community events to attend and share Master Plan
information. Master Plan representatives from the City set up tables and Master Plan information
boards at local events. This included setting up at the Renton Community Center on Saturdays
during Youth Basketball season and participating in Adaptive Recreation meetings on Thursdays at
the Senior Center. The City was present on weekends at the Highland Neighborhood Center, set up a
Master Plan booth at the City’s Sustainability Event, and was present at two farmers markets.
Throughout the Master Plan, the City has also maintained a consistent online presence, posting
updated Master Plan information such as conceptual design alternatives and polls for regular
feedback on a dedicated project website, shared information in City newsletters and utility billings,
and posted to City social media platforms. Figure 3 graphs the engagement over time, noting spikes
during each touchpoint (a larger version of this figure is included in Appendix C). Between
February 2023 and June 2024, the City’s project website received more than 7,000 page views (each
time the website was visited including repeat views) and recorded over 3,000 unique visitors.
Figure 3 Community Engagement Summary
Community engagement during Touchpoint 2 presented two design options. Design Option 1
maximized ecological enhancements such as wetland and wetland buffer enhancements and provided
trails and a central recreation node. Design Option 2 proposed more recreation including sport courts,
more trails, and a larger central recreation area. During this Touchpoint, the City asked the community
how much value they placed on a variety of Park elements, on a scale of “strongly agree” to “strongly
disagree.” Figure 4 summarizes the feedback (a larger version of this figure is included in Appendix C).
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 10 August 2024
The public overwhelmingly supported additions such as trails and boardwalks, neighborhood and
regional trail connections, access and views to May Creek, rain gardens and native plantings, and
open lawn space. The responses were more neutral for elements such as an environmental education
shelter, amphitheater, public art, cultural garden, and the addition of traditional park facilities.
Responses were variable for elements such as tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts.
Figure 4
Community Engagement Summary
2.2.1 Summary of Public Comments
Throughout community engagement, participants commented on key themes. The following
provides a high-level summary of the comments received. Appendix C provides a comprehensive
summary of the engagement feedback.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 11 August 2024
2.2.1.1 Nature and Trails
Engagement results indicate the public overwhelmingly supports trails and access to nature as a
focus of the Park. Participants commented on the desire for green spaces and natural areas to be
preserved and for the development of walking trails and boardwalks connecting the new Park to City
of Newcastle trails and other nearby trails. Participants also favorably commented on stewardship
and environmental education, in the form of an environmental education center, outdoor classroom,
and educational signs. This theme extended to a nature play area for children, as well. However,
there was some concern expressed about the nearby stormwater pond attracting mosquitoes, built
trails affecting wetlands, and some expressed concern that introducing lighting to the Park may
disturb the existing wildlife along the adjacent Greenway corridor.
2.2.1.2 Recreation Facilities
Engagement results yielded mixed opinions for what recreation facilities should be included in the
Park. The public expressed that they would prefer a permanent restroom over portable toilets, picnic
shelters, grills, outdoor exercise equipment, and public art. They also wanted a children’s nature play
area with swings, rock climbing, and a zipline. Sports facilities, including pickleball and basketball
courts, a skatepark, disc golf, pump track, and an open sports field were also requested. The idea of
an off-leash dog park was met with both approval and concern, with some expressing that this was
an important necessity and amenity for the community, and others were concerned about pet feces
accumulating and the fear that a dog park would attract additional dogs to an otherwise sensitive
natura area.
2.2.1.3 Parking and Access
The public had some concerns about the proposed parking and access and requested additional
parking spaces, as well as safe crossings along Coal Creek Parkway. They expressed the importance
of being able to connect new Park trails to the existing network of trails east and west of the Park.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant trail access was an important element to the public,
as well as public transit access and bicycle access including bicycle parking.
2.2.1.4 Safety
Safety concerns were brought up frequently and were of high importance to the public. Concerns
about vandalism and the potential for homeless encampments were expressed, as well as fear about
car break-ins, graffiti, and other crime. The public had a strong desire to make sure the Park was
welcoming, maintained, and safe for their families and children.
2.3 City Stakeholder Engagement
As discussed previously in this section, the City created a stakeholder group and held a meeting at
each touchpoint to review the Master Plan and seek input. Stakeholders included City representatives
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 12 August 2024
from Renton Parks and Recreation, Neighborhood Programs and Urban Forestry, Community and
Economic Development, and Public Works. At each of the stakeholder group meetings, Anchor QEA
led with a presentation including updates to the Park master planning process along with details on
Park elements, programming, and design criteria and included a summary of collected data from
community outreach events. A discussion followed with time for questions and concerns. Appendix D
provides meetings notes summarizing each meeting and discussion.
In addition to the City stakeholder meetings, there were also presentations to the Parks Commission
and Community Services Committee throughout the Master Plan process. All meetings were open to
the public. Parks Commission presentations occurred on October 17, 2023; March 12, 2024; and
June 11, 2024. Community Services Committee presentations occurred on January 8, 2023, and
June 10, 2024.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 13 August 2024
3 PARK ELEMENTS
The proposed Park conceptual design combines a large network of trails through forests, wetlands,
and along view corridors, while being careful to minimize disturbances to wetland and stream buffers
as much as possible. Future trail connections are identified to the east. Areas for habitat restoration
and enhancement are called out along May Creek, throughout wetlands and buffers, and throughout
forested and riparian areas. A large central area contains all active recreation, including a large nature
play area, portable toilets, a picnic shelter, parking for 20 vehicles in a paved lot, along with up to
12 parallel-parking spaces along the Park access road. The current privately-owned parcel contains a
potential off-leash dog park and an open space that could be developed with additional Park
amenities in the future. The design also includes lighting in the parking area, public art, wayfinding,
trailhead kiosks and educational signage, and rain gardens.
The following sections provide an overview of the proposed design elements including specific design
criteria for each element, an important tool for decision making during the master planning process.
Refer to Appendix B for details on the design process that led to the proposed conceptual design.
Photograph 5
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 14 August 2024
Figure 5 Preferred Concept Plan
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 15 August 2024
Figure 6 Preferred Concept Sections
Note: Figure shows section cuts.
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 16 August 2024
3.1 Access
Future trail connections to the east and west are proposed as separate potential developments,
with hope for access to Newcastle’s May Creek Park and associated trail network. This connection
would likely consist of a trail connection to the west under the Coal Creek Parkway SE bridge. A trail
connection to the east via a series of land tracts associated with the Langley Ridge subdivision, all
having a 15-foot-wide easement specifically for the development of a public trail (refer to Langley
Ridge at May Creek Plat – Recording No. 20080212000465), provides additional options for access
and routes to the nearby King County trail network. These trail connections encourage regional
access in alignment with the 2019 Renton Trails and Bicycle Master Plan (City of Renton 2019) by
connecting the Park to the Greenway and offering users the opportunity to access trails that stretch
from Lake Washington to Cougar Mountain. The Master Plan provides direct access to the
neighborhood just south of the Park site, adjacent to Duvall Avenue NE using a walkable route from
the dense residential area to the Park. In addition, the Master Plan identifies the need for a new safe
crossing at 24th Street and Duvall Avenue NE to improve safety and allow pedestrians to access the
existing sidewalk on the west side of Duvall Avenue NE as they walk north to the Park entry.
Vehicular access is provided in the Master Plan through an improved access road and a new parking
area with space for 20 vehicles, including two ADA stalls, and a firetruck turnaround. The access road
includes a crushed gravel shoulder wide enough to accommodate 12 additional parallel-parking
spots during peak visiting time. In addition, bike parking is provided near where the access road
terminates near the Park’s proposed trailhead.
Access Design Criteria
• Connect to existing May Creek Greenway trails
• Provide trail connections to Renton neighborhoods
• Provide parking
• Avoid impact to adjacent properties
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 17 August 2024
To treat stormwater generated within the
Park, Low-Impact Development (LID)
elements are proposed. Rain gardens and
vegetated swales run along the proposed
access road and the Park area to intercept,
convey, and treat stormwater runoff from
the proposed impervious surfaces. The LID
features will also reduce flooding and
erosion during large rain events. There is
also the opportunity to use permeable
paving such as permeable pavers or
permeable asphalt as the surfacing for
trails and the parking area.
3.2 Trails, Boardwalks, and Nodes
In addition to increasing access to the Park, an extensive trail system is proposed within the Park. The
trail system includes a mile of trail loops and segments with access to the site’s wetlands, riparian
forest and down to the May Creek floodplain (Figure 7).
Rain gardens along parking area
Photograph 6
Trail Design Criteria
• Maximize trail development within the Park
• Consider permit feasibility
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 18 August 2024
Figure 7
Trail Map
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 19 August 2024
The Wetland Loop Trail is approximately
0.4 mile long. It begins near the active
recreation area at the trailhead kiosk and
loops along and through a series of wetland
complexes. The trail alternates between a
5-foot-wide crushed gravel trail and a raised
5-foot-wide composite boardwalk in
wetland areas, both ADA-accessible. The
boardwalk would be built on enclosed
floatation-filled recycled tires and treated
timber sleepers and joists to minimize
impacts to the sensitive habitat. The trail
design is intended to maximize views of the
wetland’s reeds, cattails, and native animals and birds.
The May Creek Access Trail begins near the active recreation area and is approximately 0.08 mile
long. This trail is a 5-foot-wide permeable gravel trail with sections of stairs where slopes are too
steep to accommodate a gravel trail. The trail loops away from the active area along a section of
historical roadway, alongside a steep slope, eventually declining into a flat floodplain of mossy trees,
ferns, and skunk cabbage. The trail terminates at a large viewing area oriented toward May Creek.
Though this trail is not ADA-accessible due to existing steep terrain, all efforts would be made to
make it as user-friendly as possible.
The Forest Trail starts at the alternative Park
entrance at the southwest corner of the Park
and ends at the main trailhead near the
parking area. This trail is approximately
0.23 mile long with an elevation change of
approximately 60 feet. This trail is also a
50-foot-wide gravel trail with sections of
stairs. It loops through a forest of mixed
deciduous and conifer trees with a native
understory of ferns, salmonberry, and vine
maple. Similar to the May Creek Access Trail,
the Forest Trail is not ADA-accessible due to
existing steep terrain; all efforts would be
made to make it as user-friendly as possible. Paved Park trails provide ADA connections between
the Park entry and parking area to all active areas including the play area, trailhead kiosk, picnic
shelter, and future development area. These trails are hard-surface trails and 5 feet wide.
Example of wetland boardwalk
Example of permeable trail through a restored habitat
Photograph 7
Photograph 8
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 20 August 2024
Trail nodes are widened gathering spaces that have been placed
at regular intervals and at intersections of the proposed trails.
These nodes provide a place to rest on a bench, take in the views,
reorient, or read through cultural or environmental information
provided by interpretive signage. Nodes take the form of both
surface-level, gravel spaces and elevated boardwalk viewing
platforms.
Trailhead and wayfinding signage will be placed strategically
along the trail system. A large entry trailhead kiosk is proposed
near the parking area. This kiosk may include a map of the Park
with distances and directional information, along with relevant
information about the history and ecology of the Park. Smaller
trailhead portal post signs will be placed at the beginning of each
trail loop or section and at junction points along the trails. These
portal posts will provide wayfinding for visitors to use to orient themselves and select a walking
route. Interpretive signage will be placed at nodes and viewpoints to give visitors a deeper
understanding of and appreciation for the history and ecology of the site.
All trails have been proposed to
provide access to a variety of
habitats and views while minimizing
negative impacts to critical wetlands,
streams, slopes, and buffers. This will
also increase permit feasibility and
decrease costs. In addition, all trails
proposed within buffers are pervious
or natural surfacing such as crushed
stone or wood chips.
Example of a trailhead kiosk
Sketch of potential portal post in the Park
Photograph 9
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 21 August 2024
3.3 Public Safety
Several safety elements are proposed including the use of Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design (CPTED). This concept is based in the idea that crime can be prevented through the use of
strategic design of buildings and public spaces. It involves simple, preventive steps that designers
can take to reduce crime in parks and neighborhoods. These steps include guiding how people enter
and leave a space to decrease opportunities for criminal activity, natural surveillance and clear sight
lines, defined property lines and clear distinctions between private and public spaces, regular
maintenance to encourage the appearance that the Park is valued, and regular activity to keep the
Park activated and in use (CPTED 2024).
In addition to CPTED design integration, the design for the Park includes safety lighting and
emergency beacons. Timed or motion-sensor light poles are placed in each of the eight corners of
the parking area to discourage crime and increase safety. The lighting will be cast down to minimize
light pollution impacts to neighbors and wildlife. Two solar-powered alert beacons are also proposed
for high-traffic areas near the parking area. These beacons allow Park visitors to easily connect to
emergency services. When someone presses the beacon’s large red button, the visitor is
automatically connected to an emergency dispatch center. At the same time, the beacon’s strobe
light activates, which helps emergency responders locate the visitor in need.
3.4 Habitat Enhancement
In-stream and riparian enhancement and restoration is proposed along 280 linear feet of May
Creek. In the early 2000s, as part of the May Creek Drainage and Restoration Plan recommendations,
King County consulted with Anchor QEA to develop the May Creek Erosion Stabilization Report to
identify conceptual stabilization actions within a portion of the ravine reach of May Creek between Coal
Creek Parkway and 148th Avenue SE. The plan included a detailed site observation and evaluation to
identify conceptual project sites and actions to reduce erosion and restore habitat (Anchor QEA 2010).
Based off the recommendations made in this report, large woody debris will be placed along the
creek edges to increase bank stability and create varied habitats within the creek for spawning
Public Safety Design Criterion
• Maximize public safety
Habitat Enhancement Design Criteria
• Maximize restoration and habitat enhancement
• Maximize forest and habitat preservation
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 22 August 2024
salmon. Invasive species will be selectively
removed and replaced with appropriate
native riparian species such as willow,
dogwood, and salmonberry.
Nearly 7 acres of wetland and wetland
buffer enhancement and restoration is
proposed. This will take the form of invasive
species removal and the installation of
appropriate native species to improve habitat
function and value. Habitat enhancement
techniques and plantings will be informed by
the types of wetlands including palustrine emergent marsh (PEM), palustrine scrub shrub (PSS), and
palustrine forested wetland (PFO). Buffer plantings will include native shrubs, groundcovers, and trees.
Approximately 6.1 acres of upland
forest and understory enhancement and
restoration is proposed along the site’s
forested areas. Mature and desirable trees
will be protected, and invasive species,
primarily Himalayan blackberry and English
ivy, will be removed. Native species will be
installed to increase habitat and improve
resiliency, including a diverse palette of
deciduous and conifer trees and shrubs.
3.5 Recreation and Amenity Areas
A proposed large nature play area will include play spaces to encourage exploration and adventure
for a variety of ages. Climbing, swinging, and spinning equipment, along with a large zipline and
sand pit, are proposed for a mix of activity types. Weather-resistant and easy to maintain materials
such as metal, concrete, and robinia wood are proposed. The play area design also includes parent
Example of nearby May Creek instream habitat
Example of nearby May Creek trail naturalization
Photograph 10
Photograph 11
Recreation and Amenity Area Design Criteria
• Provide Park development for families
• Provide Park facilities
• Maximize open space for unprogrammed recreation
• Consider value to cost
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 23 August 2024
seating around the perimeter. Engineered wood fiber
surfacing will protect children from falls while a selection
of trees placed around the playground will provide shade
from the sun.
A large picnic
shelter with
room for
several picnic
tables and
ample
gathering is
proposed close to the play area and parking. This shelter
will be designed with open walls and a rustic style to fit the
intended natural Park aesthetic. Picnic tables and seating
will be provided in and adjacent to the shelter along with
grills and trash receptacles (see “Site Furnishings” in the
next subsection).
A large open lawn space is provided near the entry,
parking, and play area. This unprogrammed space could
be used for picnics, gathering, parties, frisbee, or just
relaxing and exploring. It is relatively flat, with a perimeter of native trees and shrubs to provide
shade and privacy from the neighborhood. Future active recreation has been considered and may
take place on the adjacent parcel when it is acquired. This may be in the form of sports courts,
including tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts. A cultural propagation garden or outdoor
classroom were also considered.
3.6 Additional Park Features
Example of nature play area
Large rustic picnic shelter
Photograph 12
Photograph 13
Design Criteria for Additional Park Features
• Provide environmental education and stewardship
• Provide public art and placemaking
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 24 August 2024
Durable environmental education and interpretive
signage is proposed with a trailhead kiosk,
interpretive and educational signage, and portal
posts. Interpretive signage could speak to the area’s
history and culture and placed in areas of historical
significance. Educational signage on the plant and
animal species found in the Park could be placed at
nodes and viewing decks. These signs could include
QR codes to find additional information online.
Public art throughout
the Park will add a sense of place. The City could commission local and
Tribal artist to create site specific art work. Potential art themes could
focus on the site’s long ecological, cultural, and historic timeline. There
is a potential for an art walk program in the Park where permanent
plinths provide a foundation for temporary sculptural displays.
Site furnishings will be provided throughout the Park in a variety of
settings. Benches made from durable, appropriate materials will be
placed along trails and at nodes to allow for resting spots at regular
intervals. Picnic tables and grills will be provided in and adjacent to
the picnic shelter and open lawn space for gatherings and picnicking.
Trash cans and dog waste receptacles will be provided at the parking
area, trailheads, dog park enclosure, and at the picnic shelter to
encourage disposal of waste and for the convenience of visitors.
A proposed comfort
station may take the
form of two portable toilets within a toilet enclosure.
Although this feature is not a fully plumbed
restroom, it increases convenience and comfort for
visitors, and the enclosure shields the toilets from
view while improving the appearance with a sense of
permanence.
Example of Interpretive signage
Public art
Portable toilet with toilet enclosure
Photograph 14
Photograph 15
Photograph 16
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 25 August 2024
3.7 Future Potential Expansion Area
A potential sewer connection and Portland Loo may take the place of a portable comfort station.
This option would provide greater convenience for visitors but would require additional clearing of
vegetated and forested areas (including the removal of mature trees) for the installation of a sewer
line that would connect to the existing system south of the Park. A lateral line routed along the steep
slope would provide an opportunity to provide a new permanent restroom facility. The Portland Loo is
an easy to clean, stand-alone bathroom designed to prevent problems that are commonly experienced
with public toilets. The design discourages crime with graffiti-proof wall panels and open grating.
A 1/3-acre enclosed off-leash dog area is proposed for the site on the future acquisition parcel.
This location was chosen to provide separation from other site programming and environmentally
sensitive areas while still maintaining close proximity to the entry and parking lot. This location is
also flat and previously disturbed, making it a preferred location within the planning area. Secure
double gated entry and dog waste receptacles along with seating will be provided. Trees and shrubs
will provide areas of shade and exploration while open grassy areas will be provided to allow access
to large sunny areas for running.
Sports courts are an amenity that could be included in the future expansion area. The public has
expressed interest in tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts. These courts may be individual, but the
pickleball and tennis courts could be a combined feature. They would be placed in a flat, previously
developed area to avoid further disturbance to environmentally sensitive areas.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 26 August 2024
4 COST SUMMARY
The total project cost to implement the Master Plan ranges from $6,820,000 to $8,130,000
(rounded and in 2024 dollars). This total project cost includes the construction costs to implement
the Master Plan vision and the fees to design, permit, and manage the work. The low end of the
range assumes that a portable toilet enclosure is provided and a sewer connection is not installed.
The low end of the range also assumes that proposed improvements on the future parcel are not
included. The following provides additional details on the total project cost including a summary of
the City’s escalation planning.
4.1 Construction Costs
The Opinion of Probable Construction Costs (OPCC) provides rough order of magnitude costs for the
construction of proposed Master Plan elements. Table 2 summarizes the costs based on the
following categories: Park development and habitat enhancement costs are for all proposed design
elements within the currently-owned City boundary; the custom toilet enclosure cost includes the
cost to construct a structural enclosure to accommodate two portable toilets (and assumes there is
no sewer connection); the sewer connection and restrooms costs assume that a new sewer
DRAFT
Photograph 20 Photograph 17
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 27 August 2024
connection is provided to the Park site with a connection to the existing mainline south of the Park
(it also includes the construction of a Portland Loo); finally, the Park expansion area presents a
construction costs that accommodate future potential uses on this parcel as described in Section 4.
See Appendix E for cost details.
Table 2 Master Plan OPCC Summary
Master Plan Design Elements OPCC
1 Park Development and Forest Enhancement $5,195,660
2. Potential Custom Toilet Enclosure $243,353
3. Potential Sewer Connection and Portland Loo $959,432
4. Future Potential Park Expansion Area $592,112
Total OPCC Low (Items 1 and 2) $5,439,013
Total OPCC High (Items 1, 3 and 4) $6,747,204
Table 3 provides a summary of the cost items included in the Park Development and Forest
Enhancement OPCC. This does not include a restroom option (a custom toilet enclosure or
Portland Loo).
Table 3
Park Development and Habitat Enhancement OPCC Summary
Element Cost
Site Demolition and Clearing in Park Development Area $68,740
Temporary Facilities During Construction (e.g., Access, Fencing) $134,050
Earthwork $267,610
Utility Improvements (Stormwater, Electrical, Lighting and Communications) $343,920
Asphalt Paving and Pavement Markings $148,196
Trails, Bridges, and Viewing Areas $520,677
Site Furnishings and Signage $401,187
Play Area Surfacing and Equipment $229,982
Planting in Park Development Area $209,009
Irrigation in Park Development Area $165,000
In-Stream and Riparian Habitat Enhancement $105,084
Wetland and Wetland Buffer Enhancement $434,999
Forest Enhancement $85,914
Park Development and Habitat Enhancement Subtotal $3,114,367
Mobilization (10%)1 $311,437
Design Contingency (25%)2 $856,451
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 28 August 2024
Element Cost
Construction Contingency (10%)3 $428,225
Sales Tax (10.3%)4 $485,179
Total Park Development and Habitat Enhancement OPCC $5,195,660
Notes:
1. Mobilization is applied to the subtotal. 2. Design contingency is applied to the subtotal with mobilization.
3. Construction contingency is applied to the subtotal with mobilization and design contingency. 4. Sales tax is applied to the subtotal with mobilization, design contingency and construction contingency. The sales tax rate is the City of Renton’s 2024 sales tax rate.
The OPCC for the Future Potential Park Expansion Area costs the multiple opportunities that could
be constructed on the 1.7-acre parcel. This includes a new dog park, trail connection, open lawn area,
and Park plantings, as well as two tennis courts (accommodating four pickleball courts). The ultimate
cost for the Future Potential Park Expansion Area will depend on which Park amenities and features
are included.
The OPCC assumes 2024 dollars and does not include future inflation. The OPCC does include the
following markups:
• 10% Contractor mobilization
• 25% design contingency
• 10% construction contingency
• 10.3% sales tax
The design contingency reflects the early level of design and level of uncertainty. For example, a site
survey has not yet been completed, and the design may need to be revised to adapt to actual site
conditions based on a survey. These changes could result in additional construction costs. During
design development and final design, the design contingency will go down. At the time of bidding,
the design contingency will be at zero.
The construction contingency reflects that certain changes or refinements to the design may need to
be completed during construction to reflect new information identified by the Contractor in the field.
For example, the Contractor could uncover buried debris that needs to be removed and hauled off
site. It is recommended that the City retain sufficient budget as a construction contingency for the
duration of the Master Plan’s design.
The OPCC does not include costs related to design/engineering, design phase Master Plan
management, survey, planning and design review, bidding, construction phase Master Plan
management and administration, construction inspection, environmental permitting, permit related
monitoring, and property purchase. These fees are summarized in the following Section 4.2. The
current OPCC also does not include water connection utility connections, portable restroom toilet
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 29 August 2024
units, public art, signage design, demolition of the existing houses and accessory buildings, or
demolition of existing foundations. The OPCC assumes no contamination is encountered on the site
and does not include costs for environmental cleanup.
In providing OPCCs, the Client (City of Renton) understands that the Consultant (Anchor QEA, Inc.)
has no control over the cost or availability of labor, equipment, or materials, or over market condition
or the Contractor's method of pricing, and the Consultant's opinions of probable construction costs
are made on the basis of the Consultant's professional judgment and experience. The Consultant
makes no warranty, expressed or implied, that the bids or the negotiated cost of the Work will not
vary from the Consultant's opinion of probable construction cost.
4.2 Design, Permit, and Management Fees
In order to develop the Master Plan to a bid-ready project, the City will need to design, permit, and
manage the work. Table 4 summarizes the expected fees for planning purposes.
Table 4 Design, Permit, and Management Fee Summary
Service Estimated Fee
Survey and Investigations $105,000
Design and Engineering $600,000
Environmental and Construction Permitting $200,000
Master Plan Management $150,000
Bidding and Construction Management $325,000
Total Fees $1,380,000
Note: Costs are rounded to nearest 1,000.
4.3 Cost Escalation
As noted above, the total project cost is in 2024 dollars and does not account for future inflation.
Inflation is variable based on external economic factors. Over the past 5 years, inflation has ranged
considerably; between October 2022 and October 2023, inflation in the construction industry was
7.76% in the Seattle region (Basnet 2024). Since that time of high inflation, rates are more moderate,
ranging between 4% and 5% (Minnick 2024). The City is budgeting for moderate cost escalation in
the near term, with a 5% escalation rate per year to account for inflation. Table 5 applies a 5%
escalation rate to the total project cost over the next 5 years.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 30 August 2024
Table 5 Total Master Plan Cost with Escalation Summary
Year
Total Master Plan Cost with 5% Inflation per Year
Low End High End
2024 $6,820,000 $8,130,000
2025 $7,160,000 $8,540,000
2026 $7,520,000 $8,970,000
2027 $7,900,000 $9,420,000
2028 $8,300,000 $9,890,000
Note:
Costs are rounded to nearest 1,000.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 31 August 2024
5 IMPLEMENTATION
5.1 Permit Feasibility
This section summarizes anticipated Master Plan environmental permitting requirements. Table 6
lists environmental permits anticipated to be required, along with the trigger for each. In addition to
the environmental permits, the Master Plan would need to go through the City’s Site Plan Review
process, including a pre-application, application, and application review to identify required
construction permits such as the following:
• Building permits
• Trade permits (i.e., electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or fire suppression)
• Street use or right-of-way permits
• Utility, demolition, or air quality permits
• Permits for geotechnical, potholing, or excavation work that is performed in support of the
design process prior to construction
• Additional permits for off-site staging associated with the future Master Plan
Photograph 18
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 32 August 2024
Table 6 Environmental Permitting Requirements
Permit or
Approval and
Lead Agency Trigger
Estimated
Permit
Timeframe Notes
SEPA Review
City of Renton
Any proposal that requires a state or local agency decision to license, fund, or
undertake a project, or
the proposed adoption
of a policy, plan, or program can trigger environmental review under SEPA.
Schematic Design (30% design)
A SEPA checklist is anticipated to be prepared by the City for public review and comment. The checklist will include Master Plan background information and an evaluation of impacts to
environmental elements including earth, air, water,
plants, animals, energy and natural resources,
environmental health, land and shoreline use, housing, aesthetics, light and glare, recreation, historical and cultural preservation, transportation, public services, and utilities.
The SEPA checklist may need to be supported by additional technical reports and/or technical memoranda to address specific disciplines.
NEPA Review
Federal Funding
Agency1 and
USACE
Projects that receive
federal funding
Schematic
Design
The Master Plan will likely meet requirements for a
Documented Categorical Exclusion. It may
potentially instead require an Environmental
Assessment.
Note that USACE will also complete their own internal NEPA review during the Section 404 Individual Permit process for elements of the Master Plan under their jurisdiction—for example, filling of waters of the United States (wetlands).
The Categorical Exclusion form may need to be supported by additional technical reports and/or technical memoranda to address specific disciplines.
National Historic Preservation Act Section 106 Compliance
DAHP and Native American Tribes
Activities that may affect archaeological, cultural, or historic resources or sites
Concurrent with NEPA or CWA Section 404 review
A qualified archaeologist will be required to prepare a cultural resources memorandum that will support NEPA documentation and be provided to USACE as part of the Section 404 permit package. Preparation of the memorandum will require a review of the Master Plan plans, areas, and
depth/extent of ground-disturbing activities.
ESA compliance
NMFS and
USFWS
Section 7 review is
required for federal actions (funding, permit, or approval) that may affect any ESA-listed species or their critical habitat.
Concurrent
with NEPA or CWA Section 404 review
Federal funding or permits will require compliance
with Section 7 of the ESA. ESA-listed aquatic species are known to use downstream portions of May Creek. The Master Plan will require either a no-effect letter or a biological evaluation.
If the Master Plan has federal funding, the funding agency will be the lead agency for ESA compliance. If the Master Plan does not have federal funding, USACE would be the lead agency for ESA compliance if a CWA Section 404 permit is
required.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 33 August 2024
Permit or Approval and Lead Agency Trigger
Estimated Permit Timeframe Notes
Critical Areas
Exemption and
Other Permits
City of Renton
Alteration of a site with
a critical area or buffer
(RMC 4-3-050)
Concurrent
with SEPA
review
A Critical Areas Exemption authorizes work in
streams, wetlands, and buffers. A Land Use Permit
Master Application is submitted to City of Renton
Community and Economic Development. The same application will also be used to obtain a Flood Hazard Permit. A completed tree retention work sheet must be included in the application.
Note: The Master Plan is not within shoreline jurisdiction or aquifer protection areas.
CWA Section
404 Individual Permit or Nationwide Permit
USACE
A discharge of dredged
or fill material into waters of the United States, including wetlands
Schematic
Design
If the Master Plan has 0.5 acre or less of fill in
wetlands, it will likely require coverage under Nationwide Permit 42 Recreational Facilities. If a larger amount of fill in wetlands is required, a 404 Individual permit will be required.
A JARPA form would be submitted to USACE.
CWA Section 401 Water
Quality
Certification
Ecology
A 401 Water Quality Certification is required
for all projects that
require a USACE
Section 404 permit.
Schematic Design For work within federally regulated wetlands (i.e., adjacent to May Creek or within its floodplain),
issuance of the 401 Water Quality Certification
demonstrates that the Master Plan will comply with
state water quality standards and other aquatic resource protection under Ecology’s regulatory authority. Procedurally, Ecology issues the 401 Certification before USACE can issue the Section 404 Individual Permit.
Administrative
Order
Ecology
An Administrative Order
is required for work within non-federally regulated waters.
Schematic
Design
For work within non-federally regulated wetlands
(i.e., at wetlands not adjacent to May Creek and without a surface water connection to May Creek), an Administrative Order is required. Ecology determines whether the proposed work, as conditioned by the Administrative Order, will comply with the applicable provisions of 90.48 RCW and other applicable requirements of
state law.
CZMA Consistency Determination
Ecology
Triggered by projects that contain a federal nexus proposed within any of Washington's 15 coastal counties.
Schematic Design Issuance of the CZMA Consistency Determination occurs as part of coordination with USACE and Ecology for the CWA Sections 404 and 401 processes described above. No separate application is required.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 34 August 2024
Permit or Approval and Lead Agency Trigger
Estimated Permit Timeframe Notes
Section 402
NPDES
Construction
Stormwater
General Permit
Ecology
Soil disturbance of
1 acre or more during
construction
Issued for Bid
contract
documents
An NPDES Construction Stormwater General permit
is required for construction activities with any soil
disturbance of 1 acre or more of total land and
have a discharge of stormwater into surface waters or into storm drainage systems that discharge to a surface water.
The permit will trigger need for a construction stormwater pollution prevention plan with a Best Management Practices plan that is linked to erosion and sediment control drawings and specifications in the construction Contract Documents.
Hydraulic Permit
Approval
WDFW
Work that uses, diverts, obstructs, or changes the natural flow or bed of state waters (i.e., work waterward of the ordinary high water
mark)
45 days from SEPA determination issuance
Note:
1. Federal funding agency (if any) has not been determined yet.
5.2 Phasing Considerations
The City has considered phasing strategies to implement the Master Plan. Based on current
ownership, the City has identified proposed Park development on the currently privately-owned
1.7 acre parcel as a future phase. This allows the City flexibility in the design approach for that future
parcel as well as the opportunity to phase design and construction costs.
The comfort station could also be phased. The City could provide a lower cost portable toilet
restroom facility to the public in the Park’s first phase and then plan a future sewer connection and
Portland Loo construction project in order to phase design and construction costs.
Within the proposed Park Development and Habitat Enhancement areas, there could be
opportunities to phase implementation if needed. This could include:
• Trail Development – develop a phased strategy to build out the trail network within the Park
and connections beyond the Park boundary.
• Habitat Enhancement – implement habitat mitigation to offset Master Plan impacts and then
phase future habitat stewardship such as invasive vegetation removal, native planting, and
streambank and in-stream enhancements. Stewardship activities could be implemented on a
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 35 August 2024
separate schedule by a local organization such as the Washington Conservation Corps or with
volunteers.
5.3 Funding Opportunities
The City utilized the State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO; formerly the Interagency
Committee for Outdoor Recreation) to acquire much of the land composing the future Park. The RCO
administers numerous grant funding programs that may be appropriate for supporting future
development and/or parcel acquisition within the Park boundary.
The City has successfully utilized grant funding from the King County Conservation Futures grant
program on nearby parcels elsewhere along the Greenway. This grant has funded the protection of
nearly 100,000 acres of land in the county, including lands at Cougar Mountain Regional Wildlands
Park. The City’s focus on restoring and protecting the sensitive stream, riparian, wetland, and buffer
habitats while also providing passive-use recreation in an underserved community has been considered
and maintained throughout the master planning process to be consistent with the funding source.
Looking to the future, King County Parks Levy funding source may be an option for design and
implementation funding. Additionally, the Master Plan’s unique opportunity to improve the
environment while also improving public access to the outdoors and public health will position it well
for other local, state, and federal funding. Table 7 outlines funding mechanisms that could be
applicable to various aspects of the Master Plan design and implementation.
Table 7 Potential Grant Funding Sources
Agency and Grant Program Eligible Project Types and Summary of Program
Local King
County
Cooperative Watershed
Management Grant
The grant supports projects targeting salmon recovery
and watershed health that can be focused on
restoration, research, or education and outreach.
Conservation Futures This funding program could support site stabilization costs including fencing, signage, and structure
demolition implemented shortly after acquisition.
2020–2025 Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Levy
The voter-approved program includes funding for capital and open space, open space and river corridors, and healthy communities funds.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 36 August 2024
Agency and Grant Program Eligible Project Types and Summary of Program
State
RCO
Aquatic Lands Enhancement Grants may be used for acquisition, improvement,
conservation, and stewardship in Washington for
protection of aquatic lands, natural areas, and wildlife habitats as well as promoting recreational opportunities for public purposes. Project types include conservation planning, habitat enhancement, shoreline restoration, water quality improvement, trail development, and stewardship opportunities.
Land and Water Conservation
Wildlife and Recreation Program
Recreational Trails Program
Salmon Recovery and Puget
Sound Acquisition and
Restoration
Ecology Terry Husseman Account Grants support locally sponsored projects that restore or enhance the environment.
Federal
FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure
and Communities Program
The program aims to shift funding to proactive investment in community resilience and pre-disaster mitigation activities.
NFWF America the Beautiful Challenge
The program supports expanding access to the
outdoors, particularly in underserved communities, in
conservation and resiliency projects.
EPA Puget Sound Action Agenda – Climate Resilient Riparian Systems Lead
The program supports protection and restoration of riparian areas, including those supporting salmon recovery, to promote climate resiliency.
NFWF National Fish and Wildlife
Foundation
The program supports projects that sustain, restore
and enhance our nation's fish, wildlife and plants, and
their habitats.
USFWS North American Wetlands Conservation Act
The program supports projects that protect, restore and enhance wetlands and associated uplands habitats for the benefit of all wetlands-associated migratory birds.
National Wildlife Federation
WaterSMART Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration The program supports aquatic ecosystem restoration and protection projects west of the Mississippi River.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 37 August 2024
6 REFERENCES
Anchor QEA, 2010. May Creek Erosion Stabilization Draft Report. Prepared for King County.
January 2010.
Basnet, N., 2024. “Construction Costs in Seattle Outpace Rest of the Country.” Puget Sound Business
Journal. January 17, 2024. Accessed August 7, 2024. Available at:
https://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/news/2024/01/17/construction-costs-seattle.html.
City of Renton, 2019, Renton Trails and Bicycle Master Plan. Adopted January 28, 2019.
City of Renton, 2020. Renton Parks Recreation, and Natural Areas Plan. Adopted January 27, 2020.
City of Renton, 2024. May Creek Greenway. City Website. Accessed July 2, 2024. Available at:
https://www.rentonwa.gov/city_hall/parks_and_recreation/parks_and_trails/find_a_park_or_tra
il/may_creek_greenway.
CPTED (The International Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Association), 2024. Primer
in CPTED. Accessed July 8, 2024. Available at: https://www.cpted.net/Primer-in-CPTED.
Photograph 19
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 38 August 2024
King County and City of Renton, 2001. May Creek Basin Action Plan. Adopted April 2001.
Minnick, B., 2024. “Skanska Shares Its Outlook on Construction Cost Escalation.” Daily Journal of
Commerce. February 27, 2023. Accessed August 7, 2024. Available at:
https://www.djc.com/news/co/12154881.html.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan 39 August 2024
PHOTOGRAPHS
Cover Photograph – Northeast Renton Park, summer 2023. Source: Anchor QEA.
Photograph 1 – May Creek tributary, spring 2024. Source: Anchor QEA.
Photograph 2 – Northeast Renton Park foliage, summer 2023. Source: Anchor QEA.
Photograph 3 – Public engagement, spring 2024. Source: Jason Lederer.
Photograph 4 – Public engagement, spring 2024. Source: Jason Lederer.
Photograph 5 – May Creek, early spring 2024. Source: Jason Lederer.
Photograph 6 – Rain gardens along parking area. Source: Anchor QEA.
Photograph 7 – Example of wetland boardwalk. Source: Anchor QEA.
Photograph 8 – Barbee Mill – May Creek Trail outfall to Lake Washington. Source: Jason Lederer.
Photograph 9 – Example of trailhead kiosk. Source: Anchor QEA.
Photograph 10 – Example of nearby May Creek instream habitat. Source: Jason Lederer.
Photograph 11 – Example of nearby May Creek trail naturalization. Source: Jason Lederer.
Photograph 12 – Philip Arnold Park in Renton, Washington. Source: Jason Lederer.
Photograph 13 – Large rustic picnic shelter. Source: Anchor QEA.
Photograph 14 – Example of interpretive signage. Source: South Australian History Network; https://www.flickr.com/photos/communityhistorysa/21271092130.
Photograph 15 – Public art. Source: Anchor QEA.
Photograph 16 – Portable toilet with toilet enclosure. Source: Anchor QEA.
Photograph 17 – Northeast Renton Park, early spring 2024. Source: Clearway Environmental.
Photograph 18 – May Creek, early spring 2024. Source: Jason Lederer.
Photograph 19 – Northeast Renton Park foliage, summer 2023. Source: Anchor QEA.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
APPENDIX A
EXISTING INFORMATION SUMMARY
REPORT
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
January 2024
May Creek Park Master Planning Project
Existing Information Summary
Prepared for City of Renton
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
January 2024
May Creek Park Master Planning Project
Existing Information Summary
Prepared for City of Renton 1055 South Grady Way,
Renton, Washington 98057
Prepared by Anchor QEA, LLC 1201 3rd Avenue, Suite 2600
Seattle, Washington 98101
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary i January 2024
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 1
2 Project Location ......................................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Basemap ................................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.2 May Creek Greenway ......................................................................................................................................... 6
3 Summary of Existing Documents ........................................................................................... 9
3.1 Ownership .............................................................................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Grant Funding ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.3 City Planning Documents .............................................................................................................................. 10
3.4 Regional Planning Documents .................................................................................................................... 15
4 Geotechnical Technical Assessment .................................................................................... 17
4.1 Existing Geological Conditions ................................................................................................................... 17
4.2 City Geological Critical Areas ....................................................................................................................... 17
5 Cultural Resources Technical Assessment ......................................................................... 19
5.1 Environmental and Cultural Context ......................................................................................................... 19
5.2 Archaeology ....................................................................................................................................................... 20
5.3 Historic Resources ............................................................................................................................................ 22
5.4 Traditional Cultural Properties and Cultural Landscapes .................................................................. 22
6 Site Reconnaissance and Natural Resource Inventory .................................................. 23
6.1 FLAT Assessment .............................................................................................................................................. 23
6.2 Wetland Reconnaissance .............................................................................................................................. 26
6.3 May Creek Conditions .................................................................................................................................... 27
6.4 Landmark Trees ................................................................................................................................................. 27
6.5 Land Cover and Site Features ...................................................................................................................... 28
7 Data Gaps .................................................................................................................................. 30
8 References ................................................................................................................................. 31
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary ii January 2024
TABLES
Table 1 Vicinity Map Data Sources ...................................................................................................................... 4
Table 2 Parcel Acquisitions ...................................................................................................................................... 9
Table 3 Critical Area Buffer Widths ................................................................................................................... 15
Table 4 Landmark Tree Inventory ...................................................................................................................... 28
FIGURES
Figure 1 Project Location ........................................................................................................................................... 2
Figure 2 Project Vicinity Map ................................................................................................................................... 3
Figure 3 Project Basemap .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Figure 4 City of Newcastle’s May Creek Park and Trail................................................................................. 7
Figure 5 Trail Locations for Cougar Mountain Regional Wildlife Park................................................... 8
Figure 6 2020 Parks, Recreation, and Natural Areas Plan Concept ...................................................... 11
Figure 7 Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map ................................................................................................ 12
Figure 8 Statewide Predictive Model for Precontact Archaeological Potential .............................. 21
Figure 9 Forest Landscape Assessment Tool (FLAT) Analysis ................................................................. 24
Figure 10 Forest Landscape Assessment Tool (FLAT) Map ........................................................................ 25
APPENDIX
Appendix A Site Photographs
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 1 January 2024
1 Introduction
This report summarizes existing information that will be used to support the May Creek Park Master
Planning Project (Project). The Project is an initial step taken by the City of Renton (City) to develop a
new neighborhood park. The information summarized in this report will be used to support site
planning, the development of conceptual design alternatives, and the selection of a preferred
conceptual design alternative.
To inform a baseline understanding of the Project’s context and site conditions, the Project team has
reviewed all existing documents provided by the City and known documents gathered from other
publicly available sources, including a review of Project site ownership, grant funding, City planning
documentation, and regional planning documentation. The report provides a narrative summary as
well as a vicinity and site basemapping. As part of the existing information review, the Project team
also conducted technical assessments to document geotechnical and cultural resources conditions
and considerations.
In addition, this report summarizes a site reconnaissance and natural resources inventory conducted
in December 2023. The site reconnaissance focused on identifying and characterizing existing natural
resources present at the sites including wetlands, May Creek, buffers, forest canopy, and other land
covers. In addition to a narrative summary, the site reconnaissance findings are also presented in a
site analysis and Project opportunities graphic.
Finally, this report identifies data gaps that will need to be filled in future phases of May Creek Park
design, permitting, and implementation.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 2 January 2024
2 Project Location
May Creek Park (Park), located in Renton, King County, Washington, within the City’s East Plateau
neighborhood, is an 18.5-acre assemblage of parcels acquired by the City over the last three decades
(Figure 1). It is bordered by May Creek to the north, Duvall Avenue NE to the west, and residential
neighborhoods to the south. To the northwest is the City’s Surface Water Utility Facility. The current
Park boundary includes the most recently acquired property, a 1.8-acre parcel with an existing home,
but does not include the adjacent 1.7-acre parcel with a single-family home that is immediately to
the west. The City has plans to acquire the single-family home and property when it is available and
to include that area within the future Park.
Figure 1
Project Location
Immediately to the north and west of the Park is the boundary of the City of Newcastle (Figure 2).
Just across Coal Creek Parkway SE in Newcastle is a 3,100-acre park and trail system also called
May Creek Park (City of Newcastle 2019). Both Newcastle’s May Creek Park and the new Park fall
within the Lake Washington/Cedar/Sammamish Watershed and Water Resource Inventory Area
(WRIA) 8. May Creek is the third largest tributary to Lake Washington, draining the area west of
Issaquah Creek and north of Cedar River, flowing through both Newcastle and Renton. The Park is
located approximately 4 miles from Lake Washington.
Figure 2 maps the Park boundary and vicinity and is at the neighborhood scale. Following Figure 2,
Table 1 provides the data sources for the Project vicinity map.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 3 January 2024
Figure 2
Project Vicinity Map
Note: Map elements provided by the City of Renton.
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Existing Information Summary 4 January 2024
Table 1 Vicinity Map Data Sources
Data Layer Data Source
Aerial imagery Esri World Imagery (Bing Maps 2023)
Parcels King County Parcel Viewer (King County 2023)
Site boundary
City of Renton COR Maps (City of Renton 2023a)
City boundary
Property
Districts and boundaries
Parks and Recreation
Land Use and Zoning
Critical Areas
Telecommunications
Transportation Elements
Utilities
Trees
Erosion Hazard
Floodway
Regulated slopes
Streams
Wetlands
Topography
Site Survey Record of Survey for City of Renton (Pace 2023)
2.1 Basemap
Figure 3 presents a Project basemap. The data compiled for this map were taken from Esri World
Imagery (Bing Maps 2023), City COR Parcel Data, City COR Maps (City of Renton 2023a), the Record
of Survey for City of Renton (Pace 2023), and many of the same data sources as summarized in
Table 1. The map also includes the following data collected by Clearway Environmental (Clearway)
during the site reconnaissance in December 2023 (Section 6):
• Photo points
• Wetland
• Paved surfaces
• Landscaped surfaces
• Landmark trees
• Trails
• Invasive species threat (low, medium, high)
• Tree composition (low, medium, high)
• Tributaries and ditches
• Points of interest
The basemap will be used for master planning and conceptual design. In future phases of Project
design and permitting, a site boundary and topography survey will need to be completed. Specific
survey needs are noted as data gaps in Section 7.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 5 January 2024
Figure 3 Project Basemap
Note: Map elements provided by the City of Renton.
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Existing Information Summary 6 January 2024
2.2 May Creek Greenway
The 1978 Comprehensive Park and Recreation Plan recognized May Creek Greenway as a valuable
natural corridor. This corridor stretches across 8 miles from Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park
and west to creek mouth on Lake Washington. Beginning in 1980, the cities of Renton and
Newcastle, along with King County, began to acquire land along the May Creek Corridor in hopes of
eventually creating a multijurisdictional soft-surface trail system. The vision is to create a large
greenway system with an uninterrupted network of pervious trails, interpretive and educational
opportunities, and habitat for spawning salmon and other native species. The greenway would also
serve as flood and slope protection (City of Renton 2023d; Washington Trails Association 2023).
2.2.1 City of Newcastle’s May Creek Park
May Creek Trail is located in May Creek Park in the City of Newcastle immediately west of the Park. It
stretches from I-405 to Coal Creek Parkway and will share a border with the future section of the
Park. The parkland surrounding the trail spans more than 3,100 acres (Figure 4). May Creek Trail is a
3.5-mile, roundtrip, soft-surface trail winding through a historical woodland that was once the
workplace of coalminers. The trail follows the historical footprint of the Seattle-Walla Walla Railroad.
The trail follows along the northern bank of May Creek, falling and gaining more than 585 feet in
elevation and occasionally looping through clearings, crossing bridges, and even passing by a
vintage rusted out van, but primarily staying within dense wooded areas. Terrace Trail and a
greenbelt network of other trails can be accessed by crossing Coal Creek Parkway from May Creek
Trail, which allows hikers to continue into Cougar Mountain Park (City of Newcastle 2019;
Washington Trails Association 2023).
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 7 January 2024
Figure 4 City of Newcastle’s May Creek Park and Trail
Source: https://data-newcastlewa.opendata.arcgis.com
2.2.2 Cougar Mountain Regional Wildlife Park
The King County-owned, 3,000-plus acre Cougar Mountain Regional Wildlife Park is located in an
area known as the Issaquah Alps in Renton. It is a short hike or bike ride from May Creek Park.
Cougar Mountain Regional Wildlife Park is home to more than 35 miles of trails that wind through
dense second-growth forests and wetlands, along streams, and include landmarks such as cliffs and
caves. The park boundary and trail locations are identified in Figure 5. Many of the trails feature
viewpoints of nearby lakes, mountain ranges, and city skylines, while others are deep in the
wilderness with no hint of nearby urban living (King County 2023a). The trails closest to the Park are
Terrace Trail and Newcastle Highlands Trail, the De Leo Wall Loop and De Leo Wall Trail, Indian Trail,
and Ballybunion Trail (AllTrails 2023). Cougar Mountain Regional Wildlife Park is connected to
Squak Mountain and Tiger Mountain, which adds up to more than 5,000 acres of protected public
land. These trails and natural areas can be reached from May Creek Park by hiking or bicycling along
the Crosstown Trail and Terrace Trail in conjunction with short distances on city streets.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 8 January 2024
Figure 5 Trail Locations for Cougar Mountain Regional Wildlife Park
Source: AllTrails 2023
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 9 January 2024
3 Summary of Existing Documents
The Project team reviewed relevant background materials provided by City staff, which are publicly
available. This section provides a summary of these materials.
3.1 Ownership
Table 2 summarizes parcels acquired by the City for the future Park. The list totals 18.22 acres of land
currently acquired and a trail easement connecting to the parcel assemblage across privately owned
adjacent parcels to the east.
Table 2 Parcel Acquisitions
Parcel Name Parcel/Recording Number Year Acquired Acreage
McAskill Parcel 032305-9287 1994 10
Langley Ridge Trail Easement 20080212000465 2008 15-foot easement area undefined
Property Exchange Conversion N/A 2012 0.06
Donated parcel 3424059164 2013 2.5
Donated parcel 0323059005 2015 4
2718 Duvall Avenue NE Parcel 032305-9164 2023 1.66
Note: N/A: not available
3.2 Grant Funding
The City has applied for and won several grants to acquire land for and complete improvements to
the Park. The following grants were awarded:
• RCO Grant, 1991, May Creek Trail (RCO Project No. 91-259): $169,200 (50% of total cost)
through the State of Washington for the acquisition of approximately 19 acres of land (six
separate parcels) to adjoin the May Creek/Honey Creek Green Belt in North Renton
(May Creek Trail 1991)
• RCO Grant,1994, May Creek Trail (RCO Project No. 92-298): $90,573.96 (50% of total cost)
through the State of Washington for the acquisition of 10 acres of land (six separate parcels)
to adjoin the May Creek/Honey Creek Green Belt in North Renton (May Creek Trail 1994)
These grants came with long-term obligations that the projects be completed in a timely manner
and for outdoor recreation purposes (Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office 2023).
For acquisition grants, property must be obtained within a required period of time. For recreation
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 10 January 2024
projects, grant recipients must maintain public outdoor recreation opportunities in a safe and
attractive manner and at reasonable hours and times of the year.
3.3 City Planning Documents
3.3.1 2020 Parks, Recreation, and Natural Areas Plan
The City’s Parks, Recreation, and Natural Areas Plan is a 6-year plan, adopted in January 2020. This
report is an update of the previous plan that was adopted in 2011. The purpose of the plan is to
provide a long-term vision and goals for the City’s parks, recreation, and natural areas over the next
20 years. The plan lays out current and future needs and community interest for parks and
recreation, identifies policies and strategies to enhance and sustain parks, provides a framework to
guide priorities and funding sources, and responds to the needs of the community as well as state
requirements for grant eligibility (Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office 2023). This
plan ties in with the City’s Comprehensive Plan, the Trails and Bicycle Master Plan, and the
Downtown Civic Core Vision and Action Plan. This document includes recommended park amenities
that were created using community input regarding recreation and valuable natural areas. The draft
plans were reviewed by the public, the Project Steering Committee, Parks Commission, Planning
Commission, and the Council Committee of the Whole. These concept plans were well-received and
are intended to be a vision of possibilities to use as a starting point and inspiration for future
planning and design work. Specifically for the Park, this plan includes a concept that maintains much
of the natural forested areas, with a long winding interpretive loop trail along the creek and through
the wetlands, trail connections on both sides of the park, parking, play areas, and sports courts
grouped into a cohesive active recreation area. This plan is based on the distinct identity and
character of the surrounding community and considers existing recreation opportunities as well as
natural features (City of Renton 2020).
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 11 January 2024
Figure 6 2020 Parks, Recreation, and Natural Areas Plan Concept
Source: City of Renton 2020
3.3.2 Comprehensive Plan
The City’s Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2015 and must be updated by 2024. This long-term
plan focuses on goals for growth and development within the City of Renton. This plan is a guide for
land use, transportation, housing, economic development, parks and recreation, community
planning, utilities, capital facilities, environment, climate change, and resiliency. These are all
requirements of Washington’s Growth Management Act. The updated plan will take into
consideration feedback from all stakeholders, including residents, business owners, property owners,
City staff, City Council, and the planning commission. This input will be essential to creating a plan
that reflects the vision and needs of those who live in Renton.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 12 January 2024
3.3.2.1 Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map
The Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map (Figure 7) shows that the Park falls within the designations
for Residential Low Density (RLD) and Residential Medium Density (RMD). All adjacent properties to
the north and south fall within these same designations (City of Renton 2018b).
Figure 7 Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map
Source: City of Renton 2018b
3.3.3 Trails and Bicycle Master Plan
The 2019 Trails and Bicycle Master Plan was developed through a joint effort between Renton Parks
and Recreation, the Parks Planning and Natural Resources Division, the Public Works Department,
the Transportation Systems Division, the Community and Economic Development Department, and
the Long Range Planning Division. This plan lays out a vision for a nonmotorized bike and walking
path network for the next 20 years and is a requirement for grant funding eligibility. The plan
includes a brief introduction describing the benefits of walking and cycling, the relationship to other
plans, the planning process, and the master plan of trails. It then lays out a framework of how the
final plan comes to be—from vision, goals, and objectives to community involvement, demand and
needs analysis, guiding principles, plan elements, and implementation. Because the Park is intended
to be part of this large network of soft-surface trails, this plan and the concepts within are relevant.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 13 January 2024
This plan is a framework that can help guide the City in establishing priorities during the planning
and design process of the Project (City of Renton 2019).
3.3.4 Renton Downtown Civic Core Vision and Action Plan
The City’s Downtown Civic Core Vision and Action Plan was adopted in January 2018. This plan
provides a descriptive vision, with relevant photographs and graphics, of future opportunities for
Renton’s downtown and civic core. Active civic core projects include The Renton Connector, Pavilion
Market & Food Hall, Downtown Streetscapes, Arts & Culture Space, and Downtown Wayfinding. The
plan includes an introduction of the downtown civic core and necessary context, followed by
solutions and visions suggested by the community. The plan also includes themes, strategies, and
ideas for implementation. Though May Creek is not part of the downtown civic core, the strategies
and concepts for improving urban design and encouraging the use of urban outdoor spaces can be
applied to this Project (City of Renton 2018A; MIG 2018).
3.3.5 Urban Forest Management Plan 2022-2033
Rooted in Renton is the City’s Urban Forest Management Plan (City of Renton 2022). The plan is a
10-year update to the previous plan and includes a brief introduction and description of the history
and benefits of urban forests, followed by a description of the current state of Renton’s urban
forests. The 10-year plan describes the City’s Urban Forestry Program, and the program’s current
needs and challenges, as well as an implementation schedule. As the City grows and becomes
denser, the importance of maintaining and enhancing tree canopy throughout the city limits
becomes a greater priority. Established forests, such as those in the May Creek greenbelt, are a
valuable asset, providing habitat, beauty, and physical and emotional wellbeing to residents. May
Creek and the surrounding areas are a vital part of the City’s mission to proactively manage public
trees, grow and expand a healthy tree canopy, maintain public safety, and optimize urban forest
benefits (City of Renton 2022).
3.3.6 Development Regulations
Renton Municipal Code (RMC) Title IV – Development Regulations is a set of compiled and revised City
ordinances related to development regulations. It consists of 11 chapters, including Administration and
Enforcement, Zoning Districts, Environmental Regulations, City-Wide Property Development Standards,
Building and Fire Prevention Standards, Street and Utility Standards, Subdivision Regulations, Legal
Nonconforming Structures, Uses and Lots, and Definitions (City of Renton 2023f).
3.3.6.1 City of Renton Critical Areas Regulations
RMC 4-3-050 is the City’s chapter on Critical Areas Regulations. Its purpose is to protect riparian
habitat, which in turn protects the stability of banks and channels and decreases erosion. It also
addresses maintaining a clean water supply, flood storage, and sediment and pollutant filtering.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 14 January 2024
Other functions that are important to fish and wildlife, such as recruitment of woody debris and
nutrients, shade, shelter, and other habitat elements, are discussed and provided for in this section
(City of Renton 2023b).
3.3.7 Zoning
The City zoning map shows that the Park falls primarily within zoning designation R-1, with the
surrounding areas zoned R-4 and R-6 (City of Renton 2023g). According to the RMC, these zones are
described as follows (City of Renton 2023e):
• R-1 (Residential 1 DU/Acre): Established to provide and protect suitable environments for
residential development of lands characterized by pervasive critical areas where limited
residential development will not compromise critical areas. The R-1 zone designation
provides for suburban estate single family and clustered single family residential dwellings at
a maximum density of one dwelling unit per net acre and allows for small-scale farming
associated with residential use.
• R-4 (Residential 4 DU/Acre): Established to promote urban single family residential
neighborhoods serviceable by urban utilities and containing open-space amenities. It is
intended to implement the RLD Comprehensive Plan designation. The R-4 zone designation
allows for a maximum density of four dwelling units per net acre and serves as a transition
between rural designation zones and higher density residential zones. It is intended as an
intermediate lower density residential zone.
• R-6 (Residential 6 DU/Acre): Established for single family dwellings and is intended to
implement the RMD Comprehensive Plan designation. The R-6 zone designation allows for a
range of three to six dwelling units per net acre. Development in the R-6 zone is intended to
be single family residential at moderate density.
Preliminary review of the RMC shows that only wetlands of 1,000 square feet (sf) or less (and their
buffers) may be exempt from impact mitigation and/or some permitting obligations if they meet
certain conditions. The City follows the 2014 updated Washington State Department of Ecology
wetland rating system.
Under RMC 4-3-050-G.2, exempt activities permitted within wetlands and streams (and associated
buffers) include construction of new trails and temporary wetland impacts (see Section 6 for wetland
and buffer descriptions).
For buffer analysis, it was presumed that the Project would be considered Low Intensity Land Use,
which is defined in RMC 4-3-050G as: “unpaved trails, low intensity open space (hiking,
bird-watching, preservation of natural resources, etc.) and utility corridor without a maintenance road
and little or no vegetation management.”
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 15 January 2024
Under RMC 4-3-050G.2, the following critical area buffer widths are defined (see Section 4 for
descriptions of geologic critical areas). These areas are based on habitat function and low impact
land uses:
Table 3
Critical Area Buffer Widths
Source: City of Renton 2023f
In defining landmark trees for inventory, RMC 4-11-200 defines them as: “A tree with a caliper of
twenty-four inches (24") or greater, except for big leaf maples, black cottonwoods, and red alder
trees, which qualify as landmark trees with a caliper of thirty inches (30") or greater.”
3.4 Regional Planning Documents
3.4.1 2001 May Creek Action Plan
The May Creek Action Plan is an outline and plan for the steps that can be taken to reduce and
correct adverse conditions in the May Creek Basin resulting from urban growth and development in
the surrounding areas. The outline includes background information on the historical conditions of
the May Creek Basin, potential funding sources for improvements, and possible solutions for
mitigation. These details are followed by a list of both near- and long-term recommendations for
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 16 January 2024
four subareas of May Creek Basin. Because of the urban location of the creek, planning and
recommendations focus on improving the quality of surface and groundwater, protecting habitat for
salmon and other species, reducing flooding and flood damage, stabilizing banks and preventing
erosion, and preventing existing problems from becoming worse (Shapiro and Associates, Inc. 2023).
3.4.2 May Creek Drainage and Restoration Plan
King County Water and Land Resources Division and the Mid-Puget Sound Fisheries Enhancement
Group completed the May Creek Drainage and Restoration Plan in 2008. In this plan, consultants
GeoEngineers and OTAK developed a Conceptual Restoration Plan for the May Valley Subarea
located within the May Creek Basin near Renton. The Conceptual Restoration Plan is a study of this
long, narrow floodplain consisting of rural and agricultural land, which has been flooding more
frequently and severely in recent years. This plan summarizes the past, current, and projected
conditions of the May Creek Basin and provides 33 recommendations for conceptual projects to
address flood control issues, degraded habitat, and other associated issues (King County 2023b).
3.4.3 May Creek Erosion Stabilization Report
As part of the May Creek Drainage and Restoration Plan recommendations, King County consulted
with Anchor QEA to develop the May Creek Erosion Stabilization Report to identify conceptual
stabilization actions within a portion of the ravine reach of May Creek between Coal Creek Parkway and
148th Avenue SE. The Plan included a detailed site observation and evaluation to identify conceptual
project sites and actions to reduce erosion and restore habitat. This report describes the site setting,
approach, assessments, findings, and the resulting list of potential projects (Anchor QEA 2010).
3.4.4 Park at 95th Master Plan
The Park at 95th Master Plan is a plan for a new park in Newcastle with a focus on athletic fields. It
was prepared for the City of Newcastle in 2009 by a local landscape architecture firm and a team of
subconsultants. The desire for new athletic fields was first recognized in the City of Newcastle
Comprehensive Plan update adopted in 2003. The master plan seeks to guide future development in
a 13.5-acre portion of Newcastle’s May Creek Park at SE 95th Way, which is three-quarters of a mile
from the Park. The plan walks through the steps taken to determine a possible design solution, from
describing existing conditions, opportunities, and constraints to developing a preliminary program
and collecting results from public outreach. Four alternatives were worked through and revised,
along with a cost estimate for each. The end result was a conceptual plan with a focus on soccer and
baseball fields, a large natural area, parking, picnicking areas, restrooms, and viewpoints (MacLeod
Reckord 2009). The future Park at 95th is in close proximity to the Park and has the potential to serve
residents of both Newcastle and Renton.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 17 January 2024
4 Geotechnical Technical Assessment
4.1 Existing Geological Conditions
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA NRCS; 2003)
classifies the surface soils in the site as Alderwood gravelly sandy loam with 8% to 30% slopes, along
with a small portion of Everett very gravelly sandy loam with 8% to 15% slopes, likely silty sands, and
silty gravels. The Washington Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) provides a classification of
Pleistocene till and outwash clay, silt, sand, gravel, cobbles, and boulders deposited by or originating
from continental glaciers locally and includes peat, nonglacial sediments, modified land, and artificial fill.
No subsurface explorations were made available for analysis.
4.2 City Geological Critical Areas
This section describes the Park’s mapped geologic hazards in accordance with the definitions
provided in the RMC 4-3-050G.
4.2.1 Flood Hazard Assessment
Flood hazard areas are defined as the land in the floodplain subject to a 1% or greater chance of
flooding in any given year by the RMC. The northernmost portion of the Park site is located in an
area mapped as a Zone AE FEMA regulatory floodway. By definition in the RMC, the portion of the
site within the floodway is classified as a high flood hazard area.
4.2.2 Steep Slope Hazard Assessment
The City of Renton Steep Slope Atlas displays both sensitive slopes and protected slopes on the Park
site. Sensitive slopes (a slope defined as having an average slope lying between 25% and 40% or
greater than 40% with a rise below 15 feet) lie on the southern edge of the site, adjacent to Duvall
Avenue NE, and the northern portion of the site, surrounding the protected slope. The protected
slope (defined as having an average slope of 40% or greater for a minimum vertical rise of 15 feet) is
located on the northern portion of the site, south of May Creek.
4.2.3 Erosion Hazard Assessment
All surface soils in the Project area are characterized by the USDA NRCS (2023) as having slight
erosion potential; therefore, as defined by the RMC, the site is considered a low erosion hazard in
areas where the slope grade is under 15%. Erosion control measures should be considered in areas
where the slope grade is over 15%, including the areas surrounding the protected slope on the
northern edge and the area adjacent to Duvall Avenue NE on the southern edge of the site.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 18 January 2024
4.2.4 Landslide Hazard Assessment
The protected slope is in a high landslide hazard area. Sensitive slopes and surrounding areas are
likely medium landslide hazards as they are anticipated to be underlain by competent soils.
Geotechnical investigation of the site may reveal the sensitive slopes and surrounding areas to be
high landslide hazard areas. Most of the site falls outside these two critical areas and is therefore
classified as a low landslide hazard.
There have been no historical landslides identified by WDNR (2023); therefore, no portion of the site
should be classified as very high landslide hazard. If evidence of previous landslides is discovered in
any future geological investigation, the landslide hazard assessment classification may change.
4.2.5 Seismic Hazard Assessment
The Park is in a high seismic region. The seismic hazard analysis defined by the RMC is based on the
International Building Code classification system. Based on available data, the site is expected to
behave as a low seismic hazard area. Geotechnical investigation may potentially reveal less
competent soils, resulting in a change to the site rating.
4.2.6 Coal Mine Hazard Assessment
The Park has a low coal mine hazard designation by RMC definition. No mines have been identified
by the WDNR (2023) in the Project area. Although no mines have been identified in the Project area,
undocumented mining is known to have occurred. Any discovery of or evidence of a mine in or
surrounding the site may affect the coal mine hazard rating.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 19 January 2024
5 Cultural Resources Technical Assessment
Cultural resources are defined as archaeological, historic, and culturally meaningful sites, structures,
objects, or districts, generally those that are eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic
Places or state or local preservation registers. Inventory and evaluation of cultural resources, and
assessment of impacts, is required by state and federal law. This section describes recorded and
potential cultural resources in the Project area.
5.1 Environmental and Cultural Context
The Park is located in the Puget Trough physiographic province, a valley system that extends from
Puget Sound south through the Willamette Valley and separates the Olympic Mountains from the
Western Cascades (Franklin and Dyrness 1988). During the last glacial advance, glaciers extended as
far as Centralia. Glaciers began to recede about 15,000 years ago, leaving behind a rapidly changing
landscape of proglacial lakes, meltwater streams, and other alluvial features. This process created the
thick layer of Pleistocene glacial outwash underlying Holocene sediments across much of the Puget
Sound region. Land formerly depressed by the weight of the ice began to rebound (Dragovich et al.
1994) forming the distinctive north-south trending hills and valleys of the Puget Trough
physiographic province. Numerous sites have been identified across the region dating to the period
after 5,000 BP. The planned Project area is in an upland that slopes to the north toward May Creek.
The Park vicinity is in the traditional territory of the Sammamish (sćabábš) and Stkehlmish (sacakałəbš)
Tribes that occupied the area around Lake Washington, Lake Sammamish, and the Sammamish River;
and the Snohomish (sduhúbš) and Kwehtlmamish (dxwkwíỴəbabš) tribes, whose territory included the
Snohomish and Pilchuck Rivers (Suttles and Lane 1990; Ruby and Brown 1986). The Tribes are
Lutshootseed-speaking Southern Coast Salish peoples. At the time of Euroamerican contact, Southern
Coast Salish tribes occupied the Puget Sound area from the Skagit River in the north to the Deschutes
River near Olympia in the south, reaching inland to the Cascade Range crest. Salish peoples lived in
winter villages of cedar plank houses and seasonally harvested shellfish and anadromous fish runs,
supplemented by upland game hunting and plant gathering (Suttles and Lane 1990).
The Washington Territory was organized in 1853 by its first governor, Isaac Stevens, who assisted with
Euroamerican settlement and the creation of a Northern Pacific Railway route by displacing regional
Native American tribes and relocating them to reservations under a series of treaties in 1855.
Washington eventually achieved statehood on November 11, 1889 (Kirk and Alexander 1990). Stevens
negotiated several treaties with Native American groups between 1854 and 1856. Upon the signing of
the Point Elliott Treaty in 1855, tribes in the Lake Washington area were assigned to the Port Madison
Reservation on the Kitsap Peninsula; however, many returned to their homeland. Some tribal members
settled on the Muckleshoot Reservation, while others chose not to live on a reservation (Ruby and
Brown 1986). Today their descendants belong to the Snoqualmie Tribe, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe,
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 20 January 2024
Suquamish Tribe, and Tulalip Tribes, among others. Native American populations fell victim to
epidemics of malaria, tuberculosis, and smallpox carried by Euroamericans in the late 1700s through
the middle 1800s (Cole and Darling 1990). Shortly thereafter, settlers expanded across the Oregon
Territory, spurred by the Donation Land Act of 1850. King County grew quickly after the passage of the
Homestead Act in 1862, as Euroamericans began farming and logging.
The discovery of coal at Newcastle in 1863 accelerated growth in the area east of Lake Washington
(Lange 1998) and coal fields were located both north and south of May Creek. Mining and associated
railroads joined logging as the region’s primary economic activities and drew workers from Europe and
Asia.
According to historical aerial photographs and maps, the park planning area was undeveloped until
the early twentieth century and was probably logged several times. By 1907, maps show property
owned by private individuals and lumber companies. In 1936, an aerial photograph shows two
farmsteads just north of the park planning area in the area of current residential development.
Associated cleared fields extend into the northern part of the Park planning area. Subdividing of the
farmsteads appears to have begun in the 1960s. The two structures in the southwestern portion of
the Park planning area were constructed at that time. The retention pond in the Park planning area
was constructed in 2006. Most of the Park planning area has been undeveloped and forested
throughout the historical and modern periods.
Native vegetation in the vicinity consists of Douglas fir, Western red cedar, Western hemlock, red
alder, and big-leaf maple, with an understory of bracken fern, sword fern, Oregon grape, salal, and
berry vines (Franklin and Dyrness 1988). Historically, deer, elk, black bear, cougar, and coyote lived in
the Project vicinity. Riverine and upland habitats in the vicinity also supported a diverse array of
smaller mammals, fish, shellfish, and birds (Eder 2002).
5.2 Archaeology
There are no recorded archaeological sites or isolates in the Park planning area. There are three sites
within a mile, as follows:
• 45KI821 is a historic cesspool structure located about 0.5-mile northwest of the Project planning
area, along Coal Creek parkway. It has not been evaluated for listing on preservation registers.
• 45KI1330 is a collapsed wood shelter and portable sawmill remains located about 0.7-mile
west of the Project planning area, along an unnamed intermittent tributary to May Creek. It
has been determined not eligible for listing on preservation registers.
• 45KI1557 is the remains of a mobile home and garage located 0.9-mile south of the Project
planning area, along Coal Creek Parkway. It has been determined not eligible for listing on
preservation registers.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 21 January 2024
There has been one archaeological survey that included a portion of the Park planning area, for a
roadway widening project along Coal Creek Parkway SE that constructed the existing retention pond
(Chambers 2006). Subsurface tests conducted in the retention pond area revealed Alderwood soils
over glacial till. The soils appeared to have been disturbed by logging and land-clearing.
The Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation’s statewide predictive model for
precontact archaeological potential shows that the Project planning area contains Low Risk,
Moderately Low Risk, and Moderate Risk areas for archaeological resources (Figure 8).
In general, for planning purposes ground-disturbing work in the Moderate Risk area, closer to
May Creek, should be considered more likely to impact archaeological resources. Any planned
ground-disturbing work would likely require archaeological survey.
Figure 8
Statewide Predictive Model for Precontact Archaeological Potential
Source: Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 22 January 2024
5.3 Historic Resources
There are two structures older than 45 years in the Project planning area, both residences. A single
family residence at 2718 Duvall Avenue NE was built in 1963 and a single family residence at 2712
Duvall Avenue NE was built in 1964. Neither has been evaluated for listing on preservation registers.
None of the other Project parcels have structures listed in the King County Assessor’s records. There
is one structure within a mile that has been determined eligible for preservation registers: the Red
Barn/Colasurdo Barn (DAHP Resource ID 48530), which is located about 0.9-mile east of the Project
planning area.
5.4 Traditional Cultural Properties and Cultural Landscapes
There are no recorded Traditional Cultural Properties or Cultural Landscapes in the vicinity. Generally,
the process of identifying and evaluating cultural resources requires consultation with Native
American tribes and other consulting parties.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 23 January 2024
6 Site Reconnaissance and Natural Resource Inventory
Anchor QEA’s partner, Clearway, conducted a site reconnaissance on December 14 and 15, 2023.
Clearway completed a natural resource inventory documenting forested conditions using the Forest
Landscape Assessment Tool (FLAT), potential wetland conditions and locations, stream conditions,
landmark trees, land cover, and other site features including trails and ditches. The field crew
documented field notes with site observations, captured photographs, and collected GIS data. Field
data, including numbered photo points, are shown the basemap (Figure 3). The following provides a
summary of the site reconnaissance. Site photographs are included as Appendix A.
6.1 FLAT Assessment
A FLAT assessment was performed to characterize forest health based on the presence of native,
coniferous, and deciduous trees (value) as well as the presence of invasive vegetation (threat). The
FLAT is a tool used to assess landscape conditions (values and threats) that can help identify
site-specific stewardship and restoration actions. Developed by Green Cities Research Alliance (in
coordination with the U.S. Forest Service Pacific Northwest Research Station and in partnership with
King County, Forterra, and the University of Washington), the FLAT provides a “rapid, systematic,
flexible, and inexpensive environmental evaluation” (Ciecko et al. 2016).
During the assessment, field staff identified forest values and threats, using the Green Seattle
Partnership Tree-iage Matrix. As shown in Figure 9, the Tree-iage Matrix defines forest value by tree
composition, including native canopy, conifer canopy, and opportunity for new canopy. Threats are
defined by invasive vegetation cover.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 24 January 2024
Figure 9 Forest Landscape Assessment Tool (FLAT) Analysis
Note: Original version was developed by Green Seattle Partnership showing City of Seattle acreages (Ciecko et al. 2016).
Figure 10 maps the values and threats identified during the site reconnaissance. Tree composition
value is based on native tree canopy cover, with emphasis on percent cover of conifers within the
native canopy. The majority of the site was mapped as medium cover. Areas of high value were
mapped where the topography changes and the site slopes up on the south side of the site and
where it slopes down towards May Creek. The lawns of the two residential properties on site were
mapped as low canopy cover.
Threat is based on invasive cover and the areas of highest threat mostly overlapped with the medium
tree composition cover in the middle of the site (Photographs 4 and 15). Invasive vegetation was
composed primarily of Himalayan blackberry (Rubus armeniacus), with some cut-leaf blackberry
(Rubus lacinatus). Reed canary grass (Phalaris arundinacea) was also present and most prominent in
open wetland areas but did extend under the tree canopy at times. Areas of low invasive cover
mostly overlapped with high and low tree composition value.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 25 January 2024
Figure 10 Forest Landscape Assessment Tool (FLAT) Map
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Existing Information Summary 26 January 2024
6.2 Wetland Reconnaissance
Field staff identified three potential wetlands through visual assessment. Field staff did not collect
soil or hydrology data. The following summarizes the potential wetlands (refer to Figure 3 for
locations).
Potential Wetland 1
Potential Wetland 1 is presumed to be a palustrine, forested, depressional wetland (Photographs
1 and 17). It is the only wetland collected in this field effort that is mapped in the City GIS data. Its
boundary starts roughly in the middle of the site and continues eastward, out of the study area
(Photograph 2) and connects to the larger wetland shown on the City’s GIS data. Within the study
area, it is approximately 2.7 acres in size, and has a mix of open field and forested areas. Combined
with portions of the City-mapped wetland outside of the study area, the total area of this wetland is
roughly 6 to 8 acres. The preliminary rating is Category III, with a moderate habitat score of 7. With
Low Impact Land Use, this wetland would be assigned a 75-foot buffer by RMC 4-3-050G.2.
Within potential Wetland 1, near Photo Point 1, plant species identified included reed canary grass,
creeping buttercup (Ranunculus repens), sedge (Carex species), small-fruited bulrush (Scirpus
microcarpus), Himalayan blackberry, red alder (Alnus rubra), black cottonwood (Populus tricocarpa),
and willow (Salix sp). Near Photo Point 2, salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis), American skunk cabbage
(Lysichiton americanus), lady fern (Athyrium felix-femina), and horsetail (Equisetum species) were
identified. No conifers were identified within the wetland near this location. One inch of surface
ponding was noted. The soil had possible hydrogen sulfide odor. At the toe of slope on the southern
side of the site, a patch of reduced iron at the surface was observed. Within the study area, near the
wetland’s northern border, there is an excavated, artificial drainage ditch that drains the wetland,
likely flowing to the east.
Potential Wetland 2
Potential Wetland 2 is presumed to be a small, palustrine emergent, slope wetland, approximately
1,600 sf (0.04 acre) in size (Photograph 5). It is densely covered in reed canary grass, with some
Himalayan blackberry. The soil showed strong, shallow redoximorphic features, indicative of a
depleted matrix. Its preliminary rating is Category III, with a moderate habitat score of 5. With Low
Impact Land Use, this wetland would be assigned a 75-foot buffer by RMC. The canopy directly above
it and nearby is composed mostly of black cottonwood and big-leaf maple (Acer macrophyllum).
Potential Wetland 3
Potential Wetland 3 is presumed to be an approximately 0.41-acre, palustrine emergent (PEM),
depressional wetland. It is covered primarily in creeping buttercup and field grasses (Photographs
7 and 18), with salmonberry along its borders. Its preliminary rating is Category III, with a moderate
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 27 January 2024
habitat score of 6. With Low Impact Land Use, this wetland would be assigned a 75-foot buffer by
RMC. Several natural and artificial drainages and short bridges are situated throughout the wetland.
6.3 May Creek Conditions
May Creek is Stream Type F. It has a 115-foot critical areas buffer width and a 15-foot structure
setback beyond buffer.
The northern lobe of the study area encompasses May Creek on both sides of the channel. Between
the southern side of the creek and the slope up to the main area of the site lies a broad, relatively flat
area (Photograph 11). It has abandoned, relic river channel features, such as oxbows and gravel
deposits. It is lightly forested, with mature, second-growth, deciduous trees such as red alder,
big-leaf maple, and black cottonwood, with an understory of salmonberry, sword fern, blackberry,
and reed canary grass, and includes many downed trees. The topography is hummocky, and the
underlying soil is mostly well-drained rock, gravel, and sand over clay.
Riparian vegetation at the site does not provide much direct, low-lying cover, though the
surrounding canopy provides adequate shade and leaf/organic detritus input.
Within view of the study area, the channel is fairly well incised. At the western end, there is a sharp
bend to river-right (Photographs 8 and 9), which has exposed a vertical, mostly clay, cliff face about
10 to 15 feet tall. To the north (across the creek) is a steep slope up to residences, mostly covered in
Himalayan blackberry and English ivy (Hedera helix; Photograph 10).
The gradient at the site is fairly constant and the creek has no large woody debris or large rocks within
the study area. This may be the reason no pools have formed, and the creek within the site is mostly
one long run. At lower flows, small pools may appear, particularly near the sharp right bend at the
western end of the study area. Again, likely due to constant flow, little deposition appears to occur and
when exposed, the shore shows only minor signs of erosion. When the creekbed or shore is exposed, it
appears to be composed mostly of clay, which may be controlling erosion. The substrate is cobble and
large gravel, with little to no fines or appropriately sized salmon spawning gravel.
At the time of the field efforts, water depth in the thalweg upstream of the deeper section near the
sharp bend appeared to average approximately 10 to 12 inches.
6.4 Landmark Trees
While not intended to be a comprehensive survey, Clearway staff identified 21 landmark trees within
the study area to help the City update its current landmark tree inventory of the site. Of these,
15 were coniferous and six were deciduous (Photograph 14). Table 1 provides tree data collected
including common name, diameter at breast height (dbh), and general condition.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 28 January 2024
Table 4 Landmark Tree Inventory
Tree No. Species Common Name DBH Condition Notes
1 Western red cedar 40 Good No ivy
2 Western red cedar 42 Good No ivy
3* Western red cedar 30 Good No ivy; *mislabeled as second Tree No. 4
4 Western red cedar 30 Good No ivy
5 Western red cedar 40* Good No ivy; *two stems about 30 inches dbh each
6 Western red cedar 26 Good No ivy
7 Douglas fir 31 Good No ivy
8 Western red cedar 35 Good No ivy
9 Western red cedar 29 Good No ivy
10 Douglas fir 32 Good No ivy
11 Big-leaf maple 34 Fair Dense moss on trunk
12 Big-leaf maple 30 Fair Dense moss on trunk
13 Douglas fir 37 Good No ivy
14 Douglas fir 30 Good No ivy
15 Douglas fir 34 Good No ivy
16 Big-leaf maple 33 Fair No ivy, dense moss on trunk
17 Big-leaf maple 67 Fair No ivy, dense moss on trunk
18 Big-leaf maple 82 Fair Moss on trunk, multistemmed
19 Douglas fir 48 Good No ivy
20 Western red cedar 40 Good No ivy
21 Big-leaf maple 45 Fair Dense moss on trunk
6.5 Land Cover and Site Features
Vegetation Types
Across the study area in general, the vegetation ranges from managed lawns near residences to the
west (Photograph 19), and north across May Creek, to a mix of sparsely treed herbaceous patches
(Photograph 16) and more densely forested areas in the more steeply sloped areas (Photograph 3).
In general, most mature trees appear in good condition, except for big-leaf maple, which are
generally performing poorly and are densely covered in moss. The most predominant invasive plant
species identified on the site included cut-leaf and Himalayan blackberry, reed canary grass, English
ivy, and English holly (Ilex aquifolium). English ivy was present on trees only on the north side of
May Creek and holly was mostly confined to sloped areas at the south side of the site.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 29 January 2024
Hardscaping
An approximately 6,800-sf (0.16-acre) area to the south of the driveway at 2718 Duvall Avenue NE
(Photograph 5) has been mapped and contains compacted gravel under the duff layer, which is not
obvious without close inspection. Removal of the gravel would help restore plant communities and
natural hydrology. It may provide a location for staging during construction, reducing the need to
create further compacted surfaces. Near the southeastern end of this relic gravel pad, there is a
roughly 400-sf by 600-sf artificially excavated pit (Photograph 6), which displays some wetland
indicators but would likely be exempt from City regulations due to its size and the fact that it may
have been the gravel/fill source or a livestock watering hole.
Existing Trails
Trail 1
A wide, semi-maintained trail (Photograph 13) provides access east to west, roughly from the parking
area of 2718 Duvall Avenue NE to the eastern end of the study area. It was fairly saturated during the
site visit near its western terminus, and a large, downed tree obstructed the trail about one-third of
the way eastward from 2718 Duvall Avenue NE. Several small bridges provide egress across the
drainage ditch that runs along its southern edge. Their condition and safety vary.
Trail 2
Leading northward from the adjacent residence at 2718 Duvall Avenue NE, starting near a fire pit, a
wide, steep trail leads to the largest bridge on the site (footbridge No. 2; see Figure 3 for location).
The bridge crosses a tributary flowing north to May Creek. This tributary becomes steeper and more
incised until it reaches the flat area on the south side of the creek. The trail meanders eastward,
mostly staying close to the top of the slope. It becomes less defined as it goes downhill
(Photograph 12) and heads north, following contours down to the open, flat area adjacent to the
south side of May Creek. It is mostly easy to follow and traverse, except for one short section that is
very steep.
Ditches
Several artificially excavated ditches are located within the site. Often, the source, outlet, or
continuous path was not observable. When accessible, the centerlines of visible ditches were
mapped.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 30 January 2024
7 Data Gaps
As discussed previously, the background information summarized in this report will inform the
development of the Project’s master plan for the Park. The information will be used to develop and
analyze alternatives and ultimately select a preferred alternative concept design. Following this
master planning phase, there are multiple data gaps that will need to be closed prior to the
development of a complete construction-ready and permit-approved design. The following provides
a summary of identified data gaps. Other data gaps may be identified during the alternative analysis
and preferred alternative selection.
• Topography and Boundary Survey
‒ Survey in Washington State Plane coordinates
‒ Survey provided in international feet
‒ Boundary survey reflecting all City acquisitions and easements
‒ Site topography (1-foot contours)
‒ Utilities (surface and buried)
‒ Surface conditions (gravel, hardscape, soil)
‒ Vegetation limits and tree locations
‒ May Creek ordinary high water mark (OHWM)
‒ Wetland boundaries
• Geotechnical investigation for work within geologically critical areas and to inform potential
structural design elements such as footings and foundations
• Wetland delineation with functional ratings and buffer analysis
• OHWM delineation
• Landmark tree survey
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 31 January 2024
8 References
AllTrails, 2023. Best Trails in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park. Accessed December 22, 2023.
Available at: www.alltrails.com/parks/us/washington/cougar-mountain-regional-wildland-
park--2.
Ames, K.M., and H.D.G. Maschner, 1999. Peoples of the Northwest Coast: Their Archaeology and
Prehistory. London: Thames and Hudson Ltd.
Anchor QEA, 2010. May Creek Erosion Stabilization Draft Report. Prepared for King County. January
2010.
Bing Maps, 2023. World_imagery. Accessed December 22, 2023. Available at:
https://services.arcgisonline.com/ArcGIS/rest/services/World_Imagery/MapServer.
Ciecko, L., D. Kimmett, J. Saunders, R. Katz, K.L. Wolf, O. Bazinet, J. Richardson, W. Brinkley, and
D.J. Blahna, 2016. Forest Landscape Assessment Tool (FLAT): Rapid Assessment for Land
Management. U.S. Department of Agriculture. September 2016.
City of Newcastle, 2019. Newcastle GIS Pedestrian Routes 2019. Accessed December 22, 2023.
Available at: https://data-newcastlewa.opendata.arcgis.com/.
City of Renton, 2018a. Civic Core Vision & Action Plan. Accessed December 18, 2023. Available at:
https://rentondowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/Final-Renton-Plan-011718.pdf.
City of Renton, 2018b. Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. Accessed December 13, 2023. Available at:
https://gismaps.rentonwa.gov/GISIMAGES/STATICMAPS/Comprehensive%20Landuse%20Pla
n.pdf.
City of Renton, 2019. Renton Trails and Bikeways Map. Accessed December 18, 2023. Available at:
https://cdnsm5-
hosted.civiclive.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_7922657/File/City%20Hall/Community%20Servi
ces/Parks%20Planning%20and%20Natural%20Resources/Trails%20and%20Bicycle%20Master
%20Plan/Renton%20Trails%20Plan_may19.pdf.
City of Renton, 2020. Parks, Recreation, and Natural Areas Plan. Accessed December 26, 2023.
Available at:
www.rentonwa.gov/city_hall/parks_and_recreation/parks_planning_and_development/parks__
recreation__and_natural_areas_plan.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 32 January 2024
City of Renton, 2022. Rooted in Renton Urban Forest Management Plan 2022–2032. January 2022.
Accessed December 13, 2023. Available at: https://cdnsm5-
hosted.civiclive.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_7922657/File/City%20Hall/Community%20Servi
ces/Parks%20Planning%20and%20Natural%20Resources/Urban%20Forestry/Urban%20Fores
t%20Management%20Plan/Renton%20WA%20Urban%20Forest%20Management%20Plan%2
01-31-22.pdf.
City of Renton, 2023a. City of Renton COR Maps. Accessed December 15, 2023. Available at:
https://maps.rentonwa.gov/Html5viewer/Index.html?viewer=cormaps.
City of Renton, 2023b. Critical Areas Regulations - Section 4-3-050. Accessed December 21, 2023.
Available at:
https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/html/Renton04/Renton0403/Renton0403050.h
tml.
City of Renton, 2023c. Maps & GIS Data. Accessed December 15, 2023. Available at:
https://www.rentonwa.gov/city_hall/executive_services/Information_technology/maps___g_i_s_
data.
City of Renton, 2023d. May Creek Greenway. Accessed December 18, 2023. Available at:
www.rentonwa.gov/city_hall/parks_and_recreation/parks_and_trails/find_a_park_or_trail/may_
creek_greenway.
City of Renton, 2023e. Section 4-2-020. Accessed December 22, 2023. Available at:
www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/html/Renton04/Renton0402/Renton0402020.html.
City of Renton, 2023f. Title IVDEVELOPMENT Regulations. Accessed December 21, 2023. Available at:
https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/html/Renton04/Renton04.html.
City of Renton, 2023g. Zoning Map. Accessed December 18, 2023. Available at:
https://gismaps.rentonwa.gov/GISIMAGES/STATICMAPS/Zoning.pdf.
Cole, D., and D. Darling, 1990. “History of the Early Period.” Chapter in Northwest Coast, Handbook of
North American Indians, Vol. 7, edited by Wayne Suttles. Washington DC: Smithsonian
Institution,119-134.
Dragovich, J.D., P.T. Pringle, and T.J. Walsh, 1994. “Extent and Geometry of the Mid-Holocene Osceola
Mudflow in the Puget Lowland-Implications for Holocene Sedimentation and
Paleogeography.” Washington Geology 22(3):3-26.
Eder, T., 2002. Mammals of Washington and Oregon. Edmonton: Lone Pine Publishing.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 33 January 2024
Ficken, R.E., and C.P. LeWarne, 1988. Washington: A Centennial History. Seattle: University of
Washington Press.
Franklin, J.F., and C.T. Dyrness, 1988. Natural Vegetation of Oregon and Washington. U.S. Department
of Agriculture Forest Service, General Technical Report PNW-8.
Galster, R.L., and W.T. Laprade, 1991. “Geology of Seattle, Washington, USA.” Bulletin of the
Association of Engineering Geologists 28(3):235-302.
Gustafson, C.E., and C. Manis, 1984. The Manis Mastodon Site: An Adventure in Prehistory. Sequim,
Washington: Manis Enterprises.
King County, 2023. King County Parcel Viewer, Accessed January 2, 2024. Available at:
https://gismaps.kingcounty.gov/parcelviewer2/.
King County, 2023a. Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park. Accessed December 20, 2023.
Available at: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dnrp/nature-recreation/parks-recreation/king-
county-parks/parks/cougar-mountain.
King County, Washington, 2023b. May Creek Sub-Basin Environment. Accessed January 3, 2024.
Available at: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dnrp/nature-recreation/environment-ecology-
conservation/stormwater-surface-water-management/capital-services-unit/may-
creek#:~:text=Plan%20adopted%20in%202001%20to,and%20wildlife%20habitat%20and%20
water.
Kirk, R., and C. Alexander, 1990. Exploring Washington's Past. Seattle: University of Washington Press.
Lange, G., 1998. Surveyors discover coal at Newcastle (east King County) in October 1863. Updated:
November 3, 1998. Cited: March 2009. Available at:
http://www.historylink.org/index.cfm?DisplayPage=output.cfm&file_id=149.
MacLeod Reckord, 2009. Park at 95th Master Plan. Prepared for the City of Newcastle.
MIG, 2018. Renton Downtown Civic Core Vision and Action Plan. Prepared for City of Renton.
Accessed December 21, 2023. Available at: https://www.rentondowntown.com/wp-
content/uploads/Final-Renton-Plan-011718.pdf .
Pace, 2023. Record of Survey for City of Renton. Prepared for City of Renton. Portion of: NW Quarter
Section 3, T23N, R5E & SW Quarter Section 34, T24N, R5E, W.M.
Ruby, R.H., and J.A. Brown, 1986. A Guide to the Indian Tribes of the Pacific Northwest. Norman,
Oklahoma: University of Oklahoma Press.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Existing Information Summary 34 January 2024
Shapiro and Associates, Inc., 2023. Proposed May Creek Basin Action Plan. Prepared for King County
Department of Natural Resources, Water and Land Resources Division. Accessed December
21, 2023. Available at: https://your.kingcounty.gov/dnrp/library/2001/kcr726/Plan.pdf.
Sletten, R.S., D. Snyder, L.C. Lee, D. Booth, and D.J. Marrett, 2008. Soils and Land Use in the Puget
Sound Basin. Presentation at the American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of
America, Soil Science Society of 86th America Annual Meeting. Seattle. 1994.
Suttles, W., and B. Lane, 1990. Southern Coast Salish. Chapter in Northwest Coast, Handbook of North
American Indians, Vol. 7, edited by Wayne Suttles. Washington: Smithsonian Institution,
485-502.
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office, 2023. Grant Requirements. Accessed
December 21, 2023. Available at: https://rco.wa.gov/recreation-and-conservation-office-
grants/grant-requirements/.
Washington Trails Association, 2023. May Creek Trail. Accessed December 21, 2023. Available at:
https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/may-creek-trail.
Wildlife Recreation and Coalition, 2023. May Creek Trail, 1991. Accessed December 21, 2023.
Available at: https://wildliferecreation.org/projects/may-creek-trail-1991/.
Wildlife Recreation and Coalition, 2023. May Creek Trail, 1994., Accessed December 21, 2023.
Available at: https://wildliferecreation.org/projects/may-creek-trail-1994/.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix A
Site Photographs
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Photograph 1
Potential Wetland 1, Facing West
Photo Point 1: Toward potential Wetland 1. Creeping buttercup groundcover,
approximately 1 inch of standing water.
Source: Clearway Environmental
Photograph 2
Potential Wetland 1, Facing East
Photo Point 1a: Toward potential Wetland 1 and continuing off site to
adjacent property to the east. Dense reed canary grass. Himalayan blackberry
in foreground.
Source: Clearway Environmental
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Photograph 3
Forested Area, Facing North
Photo Point 2: Positioned from upland forested area at southeast corner of
site. Open area of Wetland 1 is visible downhill through brush. Low invasive
cover in forested area.
Source: Clearway Environmental
Photograph 4
Forested Area, Facing South
Photo Point 3: Typical habitat and vegetation for triangular area at west side
of site. Dense Himalayan blackberry throughout. Some conifers toward Coal
Creek Parkway at concrete wall.
Source: Clearway Environmental
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Photograph 5
Potential Wetland 2, Facing North
Photo Point 4: Potential Wetland 2. Small emergent wetland with reed canary
grass.
Source: Clearway Environmental
Photograph 6
Depression with Perched Water, Facing East
Photo Point 5: At edge of vegetation-covered gravel pad area. Possible
human-made depression with perched water, approximately 20 by 30 feet.
Source: Clearway Environmental
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Photograph 7
Potential Wetland 3, Facing East
Photo Point 6: Looking toward potential Wetland 3 near parking area. Start of
Trail 1 in background.
Source: Clearway Environmental
Photograph 8
May Creek, Facing East
Photo Point 7: From overlook down to May Creek. At left side of photograph
is a residential lawn on the north side of the creek.
Source: Clearway Environmental
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Photograph 9
May Creek, Facing West
Photo Point 8: Looking from the left bank of May Creek. Erosion present at
curve of creek.
Source: Clearway Environmental
Photograph 10
May Creek, Run Section, Facing North
Photo Point 9: Looking across May Creek in “run” section of the creek. No
large woody debris present.
Source: Clearway Environmental
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Photograph 11
May Creek Floodplain, Facing Northwest
Photo Point 10: Representative of low area/floodplain on south side of May
Creek. Some invasives such as Himalayan blackberry and reed canary grass
throughout.
Source: Clearway Environmental
Photograph 12
Embankment, Trail 2, Facing South
Photo Point 10a: From low area/floodplain looking uphill to landscape
surrounding Trail 2.
Source: Clearway Environmental
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Photograph 13
Trail 1, Facing East
Photo Point 11: Trail 1 is a semi-maintained trail running east to west from
parking area to east border of study area.
Source: Clearway Environmental
Photograph 14
Landmark Tree
Photo Point 12: Example of landmark tree – very large, big-leaf maple.
Source: Clearway Environmental
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Photograph 15
Medium Canopy Cover, Facing North
Photo Point 13: Example of Forest Landscape Assessment Tool (FLAT)
designation – medium canopy cover, high threat level.
Source: Clearway Environmental
Photograph 16
Potential Wetland 1, Facing West
Photo Point 14: More open/emergent area of potential Wetland 1. Rushes,
juncus species, small-fruited bullrush, alder saplings.
Source: Clearway Environmental
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Photograph 17
Potential Wetland 1, Facing North
Photo Point 14a: Looking toward edge of potential Wetland 1. Red alder
saplings and Himalayan blackberry on the border.
Source: Clearway Environmental
Photograph 18
Park Border, Trail 2, Facing Northeast
Photo Point 15: Lawn/grass near 2718 Duvall Avenue NE property and
parking area. Edge of potential Wetland 3. Trail 2 to May Creek past structure
is seen on left side of photo.
Source: Clearway Environmental
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Photograph 19
Park Border 2, Facing West
Photo Point 17: Lawn/grass in front of 2718 Duvall Avenue NE property.
Source: Clearway Environmental
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
APPENDIX B
CONCEPTUAL DESIGN ALTERNATIVES
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 1 July 2024
DESIGN PROCESS
The Project team developed two conceptual design alternatives to communicate different
approaches to developing the Park. The following sections provide a summary of the design process
and the alternatives developed for the City of Renton’s (City) May Creek Park Master Plan Project
(Project). First, the site was thoroughly explored and analyzed, both in person and through reviewing
currently available literature, documentation, and GIS data. Project opportunities and constraints
were identified, and a list of criteria was developed to support the alternative analysis and
decision-making. Next, two preliminary alternatives were developed following this initial research and
initial community and stakeholder feedback. The first alternative focused on passive recreation and
limited access. The second alternative focused on park recreation and trail access. The two concepts
were scored against each other and each Park element ranked on how well it met the criteria. Both
conceptual design alternatives were presented to shareholders and at public events, received
feedback, and were then honed to ultimately lead to a final preferred design.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 2 July 2024
OPPORTUNITIES AND CONSTRAINTS
The Project team developed identified the opportunities present on the site, and also any constraints.
The site provides many opportunities, including access to nature and views, including May Creek,
wetlands, and forested areas, which also allowed for restoration stewardship opportunities for the
creek, wetlands, forests, and riparian habitats (Figure 1). The current habitats include a creek with
stable banks that can support salmon migration and forests with an abundance of large, mature
heritage trees. The site has existing access and safe crossings at the entrance, as well as nearby public
transportation. It also has opportunities to connect in the future to nearby trails in Newcastle to the
west and a network of neighborhood trails to the east, completing a connection of trails from lake
Washington to Cougar Mountain. An additional parcel is potentially available in the future. Acquiring
this parcel would provide the opportunity for additional upland open space that could be developed
near the entrance of the Park.
On the other hand, the site also comes with some challenges and constraining factors (Figure 2). The
wetland and stream habitats, their buffers, and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
flood zones take up a large portion of the site, limiting development in these areas. Steep forested
slopes also limit what can be developed and prevent easy access to large portions of the Park. A
busy street and private property surround the Park, and sewer and other utility access is limited.
Existing structures and old concrete pads, fences, and debris must be removed prior to development.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 3 July 2024
Figure 1 Project Site Opportunities
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 4 July 2024
Figure 2 Project Site Constraints
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 5 July 2024
DESIGN CRITERIA
The design criteria are based on the discussions with the City, stakeholders, and the community, as well
as information gathered during the Project’s existing information review task. The following preliminary
criteria were used to compare the alternatives and will guide the development of a preferred
alternative. These criteria are preliminary and likely to be refined as the Project progresses.
Maximize Trail Development Within the Park
•Maximize trail connections to the diverse landscapes within the Park.
•Maximize trail loops and opportunities for hiking/walking/running within the Park.
•Provide a trail connection to May Creek.
Connect to Existing May Creek Greenway Trails
•Connect the Park to adjacent trail corridors along May Creek.
Provide Trail Connections to Renton Neighborhoods
•Connect the Park to adjacent neighborhoods with safe Duvall Avenue NE crossings and a safe
route to the Park entrance.
•Connect existing bus stops to the Park entrance with a safe route.
•Provide bike pathways and bike parking in the Park.
Provide Park Development for Families
•Provide a play area.
•Provide picnicking areas.
•Provide sport courts (pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts).
Provide Park Facilities
•Provide a restroom facility.
•Provide a heated restroom facility with sewer connection.
•Provide drinking fountains (water bottle fill stations, dog drinking fountains).
•Provide trash receptacles.
Maximize Open Space for Unprogrammed Recreation
•Maximize lawn space for picnicking, informal gathering, and unprogrammed play.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 6 July 2024
Maximize Restoration and Habitat Enhancement
•Remove invasive vegetation.
•Install appropriate native vegetation.
•Maximize improvements to May Creek riparian area.
•Improve May Creek stream habitat with the placement of wood to provide interstitial habitat
niches for migrating salmon use.
•Restore wetland and wetland buffer habitat function.
Maximize Forest and Habitat Preservation
•Protect existing landmark trees.
•Protect existing canopy.
•Protect existing wetland habitat.
Provide Environmental Education and Stewardship
•Provide areas to assist with future stewardship programs (trails, gathering areas, signage).
•Provide an indoor gathering area for a larger environmental education facility.
•Provide interpretive signs and kiosks.
•Provide a native plant nursery for hands on education opportunities.
Provide Public Art and Placemaking
•Identify prominent areas to integrate public art.
•Provide trailhead kiosk for Renton’s May Creek Greenway.
•Locate entry signage at key location to identify Park location and entry prominent.
Provide Parking
•Provide sufficient parking for visitors.
Avoid Impacts to Neighbors
•Avoid locating high-use area directly adjacent to residential neighbors.
•Protect secured access point for City to access the stormwater pond.
•Maintain offset from the stormwater pond fence to deter users from trying to access the pond.
Maximize Safety and Accessibility
•Provide open sightlines between all Park development areas.
•Maximize Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) access to Park development areas.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 7 July 2024
Consider Value to Cost
•Maximize value gained for construction cost.
Consider Permit Feasibility
•Avoid impacts to regulated wetland, stream, and buffer habitats.
•Avoid code variances for proposed work.
•Design a self-mitigating project with overall net ecological benefit.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 8 July 2024
DESIGN PROGRAM
This preliminary design program is the starting point for the Project design and consists of a list of
the design assumptions and elements and that are included in the Project’s alternative designs.
Park Development Facilities
•Restroom (indoor plumbed or portable toilet enclosure)
•Environmental education center (building)
•Play area
•Sport courts
•Open lawn
Trails
•Pervious trails
•Impervious trails
Recreation Amenities
•Drinking fountain
•Outdoor water filling station
•Interpretive signage
•Benches
•Picnic tables
•Trash and recycling receptacles in the Project area
Art and Placemaking
•Environmental education signage and kiosks
•Public art integration
•Entry signage
Parking and Access
•Vehicle parking
•Bike parking
•Fire truck access and turnaround
•Gate for secured stormwater pond access
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 9 July 2024
Utilities
•Water
•Electrical
•Sewer
•Stormwater
Restoration and Habitat Enhancement
•Invasive plant removal
•Native planting
•In-stream wood placement
Forest and Habitat Preservation
•Tree protection
•Understory planting (for diversity, vegetated strata, habitat)
Design Considerations
•50-year design life
•Potential future acquisition property to the west is likely.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 10 July 2024
SUMMARY OF CONCEPTUAL ALTERNATIVES
Alternative 1
Alternative 1 has a focus on passive recreation and limited access. This design includes just a few
traditional park elements; a small footprint for active recreation, and a large area dedicated to
habitat protection, restoration, and enhancement activities. The existing access driveway has been
used and improved upon, with a parking lot at the end for 18 cars. A small comfort station and
trailhead kiosk are included along with a large natural play area and open lawn. A small picnic shelter
is included as well as a small amphitheater/stage on the future parcel. The trail corridors for this
alternative are simplistic, allowing for many areas to remain protected. Pervious trails loop from the
active recreation area through wilder parts of the Park, providing views of May Creek and wetlands
while minimizing disturbances to creek and wetland buffers. Access to future trail connections exist
on the east side of the Park, as well as areas for interpretive signage along the trails, public art, and
opportunities for placemaking. This alternative includes a crosswalk south of the Park at NE 24th
Street and Duvall Avenue NE to increase foot traffic to the Park as well as safety. See Figure 3 for
plan graphic.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 11 July 2024
Figure 3 Alternative 1 – Focus on Passive Recreation and Limited Access
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 12 July 2024
Alternative 2
Alternative 2 has a focus on park recreation and trail access. The existing access was used and
expanded upon. Various Park amenities are centralized in an existing flat, clear opening outside of
wetland buffers and wooded areas. Because a portion of this area is currently privately owned, this
alternative design may need to take place in phases, with a second development phase starting
when the additional parcel is acquired by the City. At the end of the access road is a parking lot with
space for 24 cars, as well as an additional small lot with 4 ADA parking stalls off the large
environmental education building (open air rustic shelter). Nearby is a small comfort station and trail
head, along with a picnic shelter, seating, and a natural play space. In addition to these features, a
basketball court and tennis/pickleball court are part of this alternative, along with a native
propagation nursery area and a small, enclosed dog park. This design also includes two large open
lawn spaces and a pervious trail network connecting all active recreation and amenities with the
wilder areas of the Park. These pathways wind through woods and wetlands to viewpoints and to the
creek. At trail intersections, wide nodes accommodate benches for resting and interpretive signage.
A switchback trail leads up the hill to the nearby neighborhood to the south and another leads down
the hill to provide creek access to the north. These trails would be as accessible as possible and may
include stairs but would not likely be ADA-accessible. An opportunity exists for stormwater treatment
from the parking lot in the form of raingardens, and there is an ongoing need for invasive species
removal and stewardship throughout the park. A crosswalk south of the Park at NE 24th Street and
Duvall Avenue NE is recommended for this alternative to allow for safer neighborhood access to the
trailheads. See Figure 4 for plan graphic.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 13 July 2024
Figure 4 Alternative 2 – Focus on Park Recreation and Trail Access
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Appendix B Conceptual Design Alternatives 14 July 2024
DESIGN CRITERIA COMPARISON MATRIX
The below matrix ranks each criterion on a scale of low to high for each alternative, with “low”
meaning that the alternative least meets the criterion and “high” meaning that it most meets the
criterion.
High Most meets criterion Medium Moderately meets criterion Low Least meets criterion
Criterion Alternative 1 Alternative 2
Maximize Trail Development Within the Park Low High
Connect to Existing May Creek Greenway Trails Medium High
Provide Trail Connections to Renton Neighborhoods Medium High
Provide Park Development for Families Medium High
Provide Park Facilities Medium High
Maximize Open Space for Unprogrammed Recreation Medium High
Maximize Restoration and Habitat Enhancement High Medium
Maximize Forest and Habitat Preservation High Medium
Provide Environmental Education and Stewardship Medium High
Provide Public Art and Placemaking High Low
Provide Parking Low High
Avoid Impacts to Neighbors High Medium
Maximize Safety and Accessibility Medium High
Consider Value to Cost High Medium
Consider Permit Feasibility High Medium
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
APPENDIX C
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT DATA
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
1
City of Renton
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan
Community Engagement Results
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
2
•Touchpoint #1
February 2024
Input on site opportunities and constraints
•Touchpoint #2
March to April 2024
Input on design concepts
•Touchpoint #3
June 2024
Input on draft preferred design
Engagement Results
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Community Engagement – Touchpoint #1
February 2024
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
44
Community Outreach
Postcard Mailer – Sent over 4,000 postcards to
all mailing addresses within 1/2 mile of site
(Feb. 20, 2024)
Display Boards – Posted community
engagement boards on rotation at Renton
Facilities (Feb. 16, 2024 – present)
City Newsletter – Distributed project
information in “This Week in Renton” Newsletter
(Feb. 28, 2024)
Utility Billings – Distributed project
information in monthly utility bill mailings
(Feb. 2024)
Social Media – Posted project information on
City social media (Feb. 2024 – present)
Website – Created a website to serve as a
central engagement hub to share information and
gather feedback (Feb. 2024)
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
5
Community Outreach: Online Engagement
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
6
What Kinds of New Features/Facilities Do You Want? Here’s What We Heard:
Sports
Facilities
Requests for
pickleball courts,
including dedicated
courts, multiple
courts, permanent
nets, and lighting
Desire for basketball
and tennis courts
Suggestion for a
disc golf course
Mention of turf
sports fields
with lights
Nature
Preservation
Concerns and
requests to protect
wildlife habitats and
May Creek
Desire for walking
trails through
forested areas
Suggestions to
eradicate invasive
plants and preserve
surrounding
environment
Playground
and Amenities
Requests for a
revamped
playground with
facilities for various
age groups
Desire for covered
bench seating,
restrooms, a paved
walking loop, and
parking
Mention of an
obstacle course,
RC course, and
water activities
Connection to
Trail Networks
Requests for
sidewalks and
infrastructure
improvements to
enhance access to
the new park
Dog Park
Requests for an
off-leash dog park
Suggestions for a
dedicated area for
dogs
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Community Engagement – Touchpoint #2
March and April 2024
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
9
Community Outreach: Online Engagement
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
10
Community Outreach: In-Person Engagement
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
11
Community Outreach: Online Engagement
OFF-LEASH DOG AREA?
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
12
Open Ideas
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
13
We need a splash park or water
park for kids to run through!
-Shannon
I want to make sure this park is
ADA accessible. Disabled people
deserve to enjoy the outdoors and
be a part of the experience as well.
Especially disabled children. I hope
all walkways, playgrounds, and
amenities are wheelchair
accessible.
-Manisha
I'm concerned with the access to
the park, along with pedestrian
safety. That curve on Coal Creek
Parkway that the park is proposed
to sit adjacent to is a known danger
zone, where speeds routinely
exceed 45-50 mph, and accidents
are common. By what method are
pedestrians to safely cross Coal
Creek Pkwy to access the trail
connection on the west side of the
road?
-BL
great space to build a park and
allow the public to access a green
space area. My hope is that it is a
park that reflects and retains the
natural space while also providing
the aspects of a park where people
can gather and play in nature.
-JS
Beautiful location and I really LOVE the idea of the trail connection to sidwalk near
the adjacent neighborhood.
I am disappointed that the sport courts (pickleball specifically) did not make it into
this design.
I am disappointed that there is not a plan to include the connection to the Newcastle
trail network from the outset. I have concerns about traffic and safety at the sidwalk
connection to the Newcastle trail network instead. Coal Creek Parkway was originally
a county road and had a speed limit of 50mph. Since the City of Renton has had the
road, it's speed limit has been reduced to 35mph, but no design elements of the
road were changed to reflect that. The road still feels like one you can go 50mph on
and people do + much faster. Right now, almost no one uses that intersection
crosswalk on foot and that is good because the folks ripping down Coal Creek Pkwy
approaching from the south are coming around a nearly blind curve. If the park
results in increased foot traffic at that intersection, I have serious concerns about
folks getting hit by these cars as well as the affect that will have on North/South
traffic. That section of Coal Creek Pkwy already backs up significantly at certain times
of day. Adding delays to the movement of N/S traffic (longer and more frequent red
lights due to foot traffic between new park and Newcastle trail network) may
significantly worsen the problem. Could we not include the connector trail from the
outset of the project and/or design the part of the connect that crosses Coal Creek
as an underground passage or overhead walkway (my strong preference being the
underground option).
This concept includes a future outdoor environmental education area. Without a
specific plan for its use, I worry that it will go unused. I have seen those structures sit
mostly unused in many parks. I would much prefer to have a sport court of some
kind over this.
Please engage the Langley Ridge Community about the potential use of the trail
easement on the tracts north of their development. I am sure residents there will be
keen to understand the likelihood that the easement will be used and what measures
will be taken to ensure that those using them do not venture off the trails and onto
their properties.
I'd love to see at least one bike rack incorporated into the parking lot or elsewhere.
There are a lot of neighborhoods at a medium distance from the park and I could
easily imagine folks wanting to have the option to ride their bikes there instead of
walking or driving.
-Stephen LaPlante
I see deer and bobcats in this area
frequently. How does this project
ensure that these animals will
continue to have sufficient habitat
to survive?
-Stephen LaPlante
Why in the world would we put in
portable toilets?
-Bourbonisgood
The image shows side walk on the
west side of coalcreek as
"existing"; that sidewalk doesn't
exist today. As a lot of people
point out, there needs to be
imporovements on being able to
access this Park. People do like to
speed down Duvall, there needs to
be safe side walks. I have seen
atleast a dozen accidents.
-Dags Hi! Please leave park bathrooms
open year round! Child and senior
residents need them. It was a
challenge with them closed 2023-
2024. Revise your toileting plan! It's
tacky at best to close them. They
are an essential service.
-DMR
Provide trail access from the south
or east for people and kids in
Summerwind and Newcastle
terrace.
-Ryan
Please add a dog park, pickleball,
and basketball.
-Tony
The radio control hobby has
grown immensely. My son and I
have gotten involved with this fun
past time in the rock crawling part
of it, but it has been difficult to
find courses. We live very close to
where this park will be developed
and would love for it to include a
1/10th scale rc crawler course with
varying terrain, bridges, ramps, off
camber obstacles and the like. The
closest course I know of is at
Remote Control Hobbies in
Covington. Please consider this as
part of the development. My son
and I would greatly appreciate it.
Renton citizen since 1996.
-Patrick
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
14
Hello,
Me and several friends would love to see that or part of
that be a disc golf course. It’s so much fun and
afterward we usually go out somewhere to eat. I hope
you would consider making it a disc golf course because
I know there would be a lot of people that would use it
and enjoy it.
Thank you,
Maxine Nagel
-Maxine
1. Would love to see dedicated pickleball courts
with lights for the evening time. The demand is
very, very high and the number of public courts
in Renton is few.
2. An off leash dog park is a much needed space
that Renton also doesn't have very many of.
3. Walking trails through shaded forest areas to
connect with nature.
The PB courts and dog park can be further away
from housing and the creek, closer to the road.
-PhilT
Lit up tennis courts please! Coulon Park and
Liberty Park fill up so quickly on nice days.
-Maria
Please do not allow access to May Creek. Foot
traffic would disrupt both the residents and
wildlife. Also, there were numerous bear sightings
last year. Have you considered the potential
encounters between wildlife and people/dogs if
you add trails?
-Karissa_alana
I feel it would be a great place for a disc golf course. It’s
a fun sport that will bring a lot of people to this area to
play and to visit local restaurants and stores. It will also
help keep people who live here playing here and not
having to travel 15 plus miles to spend money in other
areas. Renton deserves the economical boost from this
park. Being a resident who lives in the near the park site.
I would love to see a place for our community members
to congregate and play and have fun.
-WoodyB
The idea of open spaces are needed but worry
about tax dollars being spent on outlay and
upkeep. Where is funding coming from?
-Connected Neighbor
Lighted pickleball courts in this neighborhood park?
I do not think so.
Play area for kids? YES
Sheltered picnic area? YES.
Soft trails? YES.
Pickleball? NO!
It's a semi-rural area; part of the May creek Greenway;
home to loads of wildlife.
Which means subdued & minimal lighting.
-MB I think a new park is a nice idea. Parks are
important. But what about finishing the sidewalk
refresh project in Maplewood Glen? Our
driveway entrances are sunken and get flooded
everytime it rains. But 2 doors down is fresh,
new, non -flooding.
-Astreiss
No off leash dog area. There is
enough noise in this area already.
There are deer and bear who
frequent the area and it would not
be good for them.
-Sue
Basketball court
Obstacle course
Soccer field
-Ali Gil
Maybe a dog park would be good.
-MA
The city of Renton needs to put in turf sports
fields with lights.-Thersident
More trails that are NOT paved! Soft surface!
Hiking/jogging forested
–Shannon Gifford
We need pickleball courts with lights please! As
many courts as possible ! There is a huge
demand in Renton
-Scott
More pickleball courts please. At least 6
-Joy
Basketball and tennis courts dog park walking
trails are what are needed inthis area
-Yasmin Ali
Please don't allow physical access
to may Creek.
-Sue
Please include access to creek and
some water activities.
-MA
Having a basketball court is a must.
-MA
Pickle ball court with lights. Disc
golf baskets.
-Hellopeanutpoms
Pickleball courts with lights
-Susan
Pickleball! Four courts would be awesome. These
tennis courts get built and get no use. We play
year round and there's a huge community of
players
-SeyiA91
Please install dedicated pickleball courts with
lights
-David
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
15
Renton desperately needs PICKLEBALL courts!!
There are times where the wait is HOURS to play
at the current parks. A great option is to build
tennis court with pickleball lines so community
members can bring their own nets or for the city
to provide nets (similar to Seattle).
-hellorosiedoodle
Please add at least 3 Pickleball courts. Currently
we have 250 pickleball players for one court.
Thank you
-Fernando
Can we please get tennis and basketball courts
here? :)
-Joyce
What is your plan to protect the wildlife that
currently frequents those properties? Their
current habitat has already been shrunk
significantly by housing projects.
-Karen
I would love to have more pickleball courts with
permanent nets & lights so we can play after
work. I see many empty tennis courts that are not
being used. Please create more pickleball courts
for us. Thank you!
-PBFanatic
I’d love to see more pickleball courts with decent
lighting for the evenings.
-PD
3 more dedicated pickleball courts
-Kofucious
Please have lots of covered bench seating, and a
play area that can be used for many different
age groups of children, restrooms, a paved
walking loop, and a parking lot.
-Blackberry
Pickleball courts would be so appreciated.
Please consider putting in several courts as
there is a shortage in the Renton highlands.
-Joyful
It would be great to have a disc golf course.
-Beelaroo
This is an incredibly exciting project! We live
closer to Jay Berrys and there are hardly any
sidewalks or good biking trails. Quality parks are
needed in this community. Selfishly, I would love
to see pickleball courts. However, I know wildlife
continues to be pushed out as humans develop
more. In an ideal world, it would be great to
have the majority of this area used for nature
trails, preserve the surrounding environment for
plants and animals, eradicate invasive plants like
blackberries, and maybe squeeze some
pickleball courts in closer to the road where
human impact already exists. I would be open
to volunteer opportunities to help. I am hesitant
about allowing dogs due to their potential
impact on wildlife, and irresponsible owners
who may not clean up after them.
–ewebbwilson
Wonderful to hear about this park!! We are
right across Duvall Ave., but don’t have a
sidewalk on our side of the Duvall Ave bend to
get safely to the new crosswalk for the park,
please add one!!
Also +1 to off leash dog park!
-Laura
May Creek is an important wildlife corridor.
Please save as much of the trees/vegetation as
possible. A viewpoint would be nice, so we can
see May Creek down below.
-Maria Wolcott
It would be great if there was an off leash
dog park included. The nearest one is
downtown (I only went once because it was
dismal) and the nearest good dog park is on
Mercer Island. In contrast, the nearest park
with a play area and sport courts is at Lske
Boren, a couple miles down the road.
-MuttsRule
I would love to see New PICKLEBALL COURTS
on this community with Renton have very few
areas to play I think it would really build the
community and help develop strong
relationships. Also a revamped playground
with fun for kids. My family is walking
distance to this park and would to see it be
followed through!
-Jrichartz14
Connecting to the Terrace and Highland
trains will be a fantastic feature!.
-eytrenton
Dedicated pickleball courts would be amazing
to have and an efficient use of space since you
can fit 4 in the same space as 1 tennis court.
Nearby Lake Boren Park has blended courts
that are poor for pickleball because the net is a
different height for tennis and the courts have
faint red lines for pickleball on a green surface
that are difficult to see even for non-colorblind
people.
An area of the park sectioned off for an off-
leash dog area would also be welcome.
-PicklelessinRenton
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
16
Ideas Votes
A lot of parking spots in Concept #1 0
Make parking space sizes generous in size so cars
can fit well 0
More parking is better - Definitely ADA 0
A structure to picnic or gather, a paved loop or
boardwalk to walk. No pool, no art work it will
just get tagged, pls working bathrooms
0
Keep it simple 0
ADA Accessible trails/bridges (and they don't
need to be paved)2
Art installations throughout the park - use
natural or plants to create beautiful moments
along trail
0
Public Art is great ideas 0
Big playground 3
Little house for baby and kid and a big house for
older kids 0
Metal slide so people don't get electric charge 0
Play house 0
Seesaw / Swing / Soccerfield 0
Slide 0
Tube Slide 0
Two swings 0
Yes, playground 0
Zipline, Swing, Garden 0
Climbing Wall 5
Climbing wall with various difficulties and ability to
use ropes and protection.5
Great idea!0
Ideas Votes
Pool 1
Dog park area 0
The closest true fenced in dog park is in downtown
Renton. So many people end up going to the
baseball field at Honey Dew elementary to run their
dogs. Would be nice to have a dog area.
0
Emergency/safety pillars or some alert in the
park to ensure safety of visitors 3
Emergency alert pillars - see Bellevue Park trails 0
Security & safety gate keeping cars out & drug
users 0
Signage needs to be by the road & visible when
people drive by 0
Signs of what to do if you see a bear, unhoused,
other animals, etc 0
It would be great to add some open paved
spaces embedded throughout the park for
rollerskating
0
It’s a great activity for kids & adults both, but a
learning curve. So having paved areas in open
space is nice. People use tennis courts to learn but
we don’t want to ruin those courts. There’s indoor
courts but people get nervous about learning with
more experienced skaters :)
0
Large playground, with covered area and splash
pool. Both examples do not look like there is
enough interaction for children and families
1
More areas for families 1
More trails - the better 0
Ideas Votes
Concept #2 is the version that seems to invite
more interaction!1
Love this. Can be used by any age group 0
Move some trail connections & loops from
concept 2 to concept 1 and boardwalk 0
Combine the Viewshed Loop w/the access to creek 0
I really like #2 for the trails (seems to be more than
#1) Also - future connection to Newcastle trail
network. I love that!
0
Need access from Glencoe neighborhood to
park without having to backtrack on sidewalks
& crosswalks @ 24th & Duvall
2
Crosswalks w/light on Duvall 0
Need crosswalk @ 24th & Duvall | Sidewalks!0
Off leash dog area, and dog leash walking trails
please!4
A big dog park 0
Cat park/Dog park/ Nature trail/ ziplines / Thanks!0
Dog Park 0
Yes Dog Park!0
Outside class 0
Education center w/outdoor classroom (example,
Tiny Trees outdoor preschool)0
Nature club, meets on Saturdays at 1pm for wild
animals and plants to help the environment 0
Wi-Fi 0
Please visit the Lewis & Creek park in Newcastle
area Bellevue. That park has wetlands, steep
areas and it’s got trails. Emulate that park.
0
May I suggest the perfect park? 0
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
17
Ideas Sum of Votes
We need an amazing destination
playground.
Water features for splash play. Bouncy
flooring not wood chips. Covered picnic
area.
3
Playground ideas 3
Yes to bouncy flooring!0
Working telescope 0
Yes! Love telescope! Goes along with
Darksky.org principles and keeping a
natural space
0
Zipline 3
Yes, zipline 0
Zipline!0
Grand Total 40
Ideas Sum of Votes
Provide some covered play area (like in
NM for example)7
Covered play areas are so important -
Kids can use in rain & when really hot too!0
Kids need a place to play in the rain and
very hot weather. Something that works
with the log play ground idea. Thanks!
7
Sand pit / digging area.0
There is a sand pit at the Lake
Sammamish park and also one in a park
in capitol hill. Really huge. Kids love to dig
and it would be great to have an area
where they can just go do that.
0
Skate park / Face painting 0
Ball pit 0
Skate park!0
Snack area, tent for sunny days 1
A nice bbq place 0
A picnic area where the sun hits 0
A place to do birthday parties 0
Sport general running, soccer 1
I like concept 2 WITHOUT sport fields 0
No pickleball we have in other parks. No
to basketball.0
No playing field. For wild animals and
plants 0
Soccer field / basketball court / Garden 0
Sunset viewing opportunities 1
Trails that connect under the bridge
from May Valley to Newcastle Highlands 2
One long trail system!2
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
Community Engagement – Touchpoint #3
June 2024
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
19
https://intheloop.rentonwa.gov/northeastrentonpark?
tool=guest_book#tool_tab
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
20
https://intheloop.rentonwa.gov/northeastrentonpark?to
ol=guest_book#tool_tab
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
21
https://intheloop.rentonwa.gov/northeastrenton
park?tool=guest_book#tool_tab
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
22
Community Engagement Summary
Community Touchpoint 1 Community Touchpoint 2 Community Touchpoint 3
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
23
Survey Results
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
24
Survey Results – How does the Preliminary Final
Park Design make you feel?
Ranking Bellevue Issaquah Kent Renton Seattle Grand
Total980069802798030980559805698057980589805998116981789818898198
Very Happy 1 1 1 4 13 5 3 11 1 1 1 42
Happy 8 8 10 4 15 1 46
Neutral 1 2 1 1 9 14
Unhappy 2 1 2 10 15
Very Unhappy 1 1 1 3 6
Grand Total 1 1 1 14 26 18 10 48 1 1 1 1 123
Survey Results: How Does the Preliminary Final Park
Design Make You Feel?
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
25
Nature and Trails
•Beautiful boardwalks, views, green
and natural spaces, and
environmental stewardship
•Desire for environmental education
and clear signage
•Some concerns about mosquitos in
stormwater ponds; suggestion for
bat houses/natural repellent
Recreation Facilities
•Desire for dog parks (potentially
off-leash); playgrounds with a
variety of activities; sports facilities
such as skateparks, disc golf
course, and volleyball; and picnic
and exercise areas with public art
displays
Parking and Accessibility
•More parking spaces
•Provide access including
ADA-accessible pathways and
transit access
•Need for pedestrian bridge or
tunnel across Coal Creek Parkway
Community and Safety
•Desire for the park to be a
welcoming and safe place for
families and kids
•Concerns about vandalism and the
potential for parks becoming
homeless encampments
General Feedback
•Excitement about a new park
•Appreciation for features like picnic
areas, emergency beacons, and
trailhead kiosks with wayfinding
•Maintain natural landscape: balance
natural areas with new access
Summary of Favorite Things
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
26
Nature and Trails
•Concerns on trails affecting
existing wetlands
•Opposition to park lightning that
may disrupt wildlife
•Uncertainty on how stormwater
ponds will affect mosquitos
Recreation Facilities
•Disappointment that pickleball
courts were removed
•Feel there is a lack of sports courts
•Desire for playgrounds, splash
parks, and permanent restrooms
•Suggestion for sports facilities and
a pump track for bikes
Parking and Accessibility
•Concerns about car break-ins and
increase in crime
•Site is difficult to access without car
•Need additional parking due to
potential park expansion
•Suggestion of adding bike racks
•Concerns for safe crossing across
Coal Creek Parkway
•Important to connect to other trailsCommunity and Safety
•Concerns about vandalism and the
potential for parks becoming
homeless encampments
•Concerns about park to becoming
an attractive nuisance
Dog Park Specific
•Mixed opinions on including an
off-leash dog area
•Concerns on pet feces
•Requests for a larger (separate?)
dog park for pet owners rather
than in the park
Summary of Least Favorite Things
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
27
•“An exciting concept for the new Northeast Renton Park. Numerous opportunities for recreation
proposed for the new park.Congratulations to the Renton Parks and Recreation, consultants,
stakeholders, and the public for an amazing new park for the Renton community.”—Alan Wyatt
•“How about fixing what's broken, and paying off some debt before buying a new set of rims for our
car?”—Robert Henderson
•“How about some nice soccer fields in Renton or fixing up the horrible ones at Ron Regis.”—Julie K.
•“Looks great. What address is this near”
Response was provided
“The city re built the Kiwanis park next to Honeydew elem. It's beautifully done. The ball field behind Honeydew was
relandscaped nicely and gets a lot of use. When will the huge new Sunset project apts open? I hope Joannes will
stay open. And who will move in the old Dicks bldg? We want trader Joes! Renton rocks!”—Nora Williams Cottrill
Reply to above: “In talking with the mayor of another city, I learned it's the stores/company people need to talk
to when they want a store in a certain area if they hear a lot of voices saying they want their brand in a certain
spot, they're more likely to want to move there.”—Angela Noon
Social Media Comments: June 16, 2024
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
28
Social Media
Comments,
June 23, 2024
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
29
Social Media Comments: June 23, 2024 (cont.)
Overall, public opinion was very positive, especially about keeping the forested and
natural aspects of the site
•Liked paths, especially ADA paths
•Liked signage, interpretive information
•How many miles of pathways will there be?
•Will unleashed dogs be allowed on the
paths?
•Will there be garbage and recycling cans
on paths and educational signs?
•Liked preserving heritage trees
•Liked erosion and lighting mitigation
•Do want good lighting on paths
•Liked plan to connect to other existing
trails outside the park
•The kids’ play area was also well received
•Liked zip line
•What about a splash pad?
•Would like baby swings
•Liked more natural climbing structures—
like the ones that look like logs
•Monkey bars
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
30
Social Media Comments: June 23, 2024 (cont.)
One of the most popular features was the dog park—lots of excitement about that!
•Want to make sure it is enclosed
•How will rules be enforced?
Infrastructure questions
•Plumbed bathrooms vs. porta-potties?
•Picnic benches in the shelter?
•Fireplace in the shelter?
Community gardens were popular
•Covered classroom area? Picnic shelter as option?
•Just demonstration or also available for residents to rent garden plots?
Safety issues
•Really busy road with lots of speeders
•Dangerous to cross
•Parking is not visible from street
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
31*This information has been added to slide 5 as well
Social Media Comments: June 23, 2024 (cont.)
•“Dog park would be great. Boardwalks and viewpoints are beautiful.”
•“More parking! Connection to nearby neighborhoods. Love nature.”
•“Bathrooms or access to are needed”
•“[Smiley face]”
•“Outdoor exercise equipment (stretching, etc)”
•“Public art displays. Educational signs about nature during walk.”
•“Love the trails. More enviro areas.”
•“Love the dog park – not enough in Renton. Trails [checkmark]”
•“Keep it natural, excited to see more parks in Renton”
•“Always love parks”
•“Skatepark”
•“Nature [smiley face]”
•“Love the trails/nature. Too many parks/places are concrete.”
•“It seems like a nice addition to the nearby neighborhoods. Since it is a wetland area, what is the
mosquito population like? It’s hard to enjoy the park if you’re too busy slapping at them. Maybe an
addition of bat houses in the trees or natural spray or plants to ward off mosquitos, no-see-ums, etc.”
•“Feedback from kid: Rock climbing, swings”
AG
E
N
D
A
I
T
E
M
#
7
.
e
)
APPENDIX D
CITY STAKEHOLDER MEETING NOTES
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
Stakeholder Meeting #1, Community Outreach Series 1
Northeast Renton Park Master Planning Project
2:00 to 3:00 p.m., January 24, 2024, Renton City Hall
Attendees
Name Organization Title
Jason Lederer Renton Parks and Recreation Parks Planning Manager
Anna Spooner Anchor QEA Project Manager
Rachel Andersen Anchor QEA Landscape Architect
Betsy Severtsen Renton Parks and Recreation Capital Projects Coordinator
Samuel Stolmeier City of Renton Water System Engineer
Joe Stowell City of Renton Wastewater Utility Manager
Ellen Talbo City of Renton Transportation Planning Manager
Alex Morganroth City of Renton City Planner
Joe Farah City of Renton Surface Water Engineering Manager
Meeting Notes
Representatives from the City of Renton (City) and Anchor QEA gathered on Wednesday,
January 24, 2024, for the first of a series of stakeholder meetings for the Northeast Renton Park (Park)
Master Planning Project (Project). Anna Spooner, Anchor QEA Project Manager, provided a short
presentation to review the findings of the site inventory and analysis and to present known
opportunities and constraints. The meeting participants then had an open forum to discuss the Project
and to review additional opportunities and constraints relevant to the Project. The participants
discussed how the design concepts could address these items in the next stages of Project
development. The following provides a summary of the meeting discussion.
Neighborhood Park Through a Natural Lens
The discussion started with the Parks Planning Manager emphasizing that we would like to approach
the design of this Park as a neighborhood park but through a natural lens, integrating access to
nature and restoration and working with the constraints of the site.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
January 24, 2024 Page 2
Urban Separator Overlay
Alex Morganroth brought to the attention of the group that a portion of the Project site is within an
area with Urban Separator Overlay Regulations. This designation provides a distinction between
permanent low-density lands that protect resources and environmentally sensitive areas and the
surrounding communities. Details on this can be found here: https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/
Renton/#!/Renton04/Renton0403/Renton0403110.html.
Wetland and Stream Buffers
Alex Morganroth also discussed with the group how the Park wetland and stream buffers, though
serving an important role in protecting critical habitats, generally allow for passive recreation and
pathways. He offered his assistance with permitting for these types of additions when the time comes.
Meeting Sewer Requirements
During the presentation, one of the constraints listed was the lack of sewer services to the site, which
would be necessary in the future if the Project includes restroom facilities. Joe Stowell, Wastewater
Utility Manager, led an in-depth conversation on the complexities of bringing City sewer lines to the
site, with the assumption that King County would not allow a septic system to be used as an
alternative. He presented two potential options:
1. The first would be to extend the City sewer line to the most suitable location in the Park, which
would require that it extend the full frontage of the Park and travel a long distance uphill. This
would require a grinder system with a pump.
2. A second solution would be to tie into the sewer lines at the subdivision, Crystal Ridge, just
south of the Park; however, this system was installed with a temporary sewer agreement with
Coal Creek. The City would need to modify that service agreement with Coal Creek.
Jason Lederer suggested a third possibility: to phase the sewer connection, waiting to take on that
work when the adjacent private property potentially becomes available. Other options would be to
not include restroom facilities at the site at all or to consider portable restrooms.
Park Access
The discussion then turned to the subject of access, led by Ellen Talbo. She pointed out that the
intersection at SE 95th Way and Coal Creek Parkway is within the City of Newcastle. It is owned by
King County with a contract with Newcastle, who maintains it. The City of Renton owns and
maintains the lighting on Coal Creek Parkway/Duvall Avenue starting at the City’s sign. There may be
a maintenance agreement between the Cities of Newcastle and Renton.
When the Project gets underway, signal modifications may be necessary. The protected left turns on
Duvall Avenue will improve safety and be a desirable feature at the entrance of the Park, as well as
planned/striped bike lanes. However, the bike lane on Duvall Avenue is currently just a narrow
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
January 24, 2024 Page 3
shoulder as Duvall Avenue travels southbound. Moving south toward NE 24th Street, the shoulder
becomes narrower on the west side of Duvall Avenue. There is no sidewalk on the west side of
Duvall Avenue at this location.
Improving these bike lanes sooner may be a nice addition to the plan. The topic of site entry prompted
Anna Spooner to describe the reasons why the intersection it Duvall Ave NE and SE 95th Way would
make a desirable main entry, including its proximity to the intersection, relatively flat topography, open
clearing with few trees, existing gravel driveway, and lack of critical/protected spaces.
Secondary Access
Both the discussion on restrooms and access prompted the question of whether a secondary access
point, presumably at the southwest corner of the Park, would be desirable. This would reduce the
distance that sewer lines would be required to travel and offer an additional access point for users.
However, this corner of the site includes surface water facilities and is surrounded by steep slopes
and wetland buffers, separating it from the rest of the Park. It would be a challenging place for a Park
entry or Park development including a restroom. However, this is a possibility that may be
considered the concept development phase of the Project.
Adjacent Stormwater Facility
The next topic was led by Joe Farah, Surface Water Engineering Manager. The group posed
questions on how the adjacent stormwater facility could potentially be used or incorporated into the
Project, if at all. Joe emphasized that the preference would be for this facility to be off-limits and
avoided by Park users. It will remain fenced for safety; however, the main drive could potentially
serve as a dual entrance into the Park. Screening the stormwater facility from the Park could be a
possibility, but any other use or access would be unlikely. Attempting to treat the water from the
stormwater facilities by introducing it into the wetlands would not be a possibility.
Self-Mitigating
The discussion moved on to the topic of mitigation and treating other stormwater and runoff. The
discussion revolved around the benefits of the Project being self-mitigating and how the treatment
of on-site stormwater may offset the installation of any impervious surfaces or other low-impact
development. Restoring and enhancing the site’s natural resources, specifically wetlands and buffers,
may also provide an opportunity for banking credits.
Other Considerations
Betsy Severtsen mentioned that she has seen school buses stopping near the Park recently and
mentioned that as a consideration because of the possibility of parents wanting to use the future
parking lot as a pick-up area.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
January 24, 2024 Page 4
Ellen Talbo followed up by email expressing an interest in potentially incorporating educational or
demonstrative areas throughout the Park, such as a native medicinal garden or native foraging
gardens, that could possibly be managed by local scouts or community groups.
Closing
The meeting ended with an overview of the next steps, including the plan for completing and
presenting initial concept alternatives in March.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
Stakeholder Meeting #2, Community Outreach Series 2
Northeast Renton Park Master Planning Project
3:00 to 4:00 p.m., March 12, 2024, Renton City Hall
Attendees
Name Organization Title
Jason Lederer Renton Parks and Recreation Parks Planning Manager
Ian Gray Renton Parks and Recreation Urban Forestry and Natural Resources Manager
Rhemy King Renton Parks and Recreation Neighborhood Programs Coordinator
Steve Brown Renton Parks and Recreation Parks Maintenance Manager
Samuel Stolmeier Community and Economic Development Civil Engineer
Alex Morganroth Community and Economic Development Senior Planner
Ellen Talbo Public Works Transportation Planning Manager
Joe Farrah Public Works Surface Water Engineering Manager
Anna Spooner Anchor QEA Project Manager
Rachel Andersen Anchor QEA Landscape Architect
Meeting Notes
Representatives from the City of Renton (City) and Anchor QEA gathered on Tuesday, March 12, 2024,
for the second of a series of stakeholder meetings for the Northeast Renton Park (Park) Master
Planning Project (Project). Jason Lederer and Rhemy King provided an overview on the community
outreach results, and Anna Spooner provided a PowerPoint presentation to go over the two alternative
designs and their features, as well as the criteria used to guide the designs. The meeting participants
then had an open forum to discuss the alternatives and ask questions. The following provides a
summary of the meeting discussion.
Community Outreach
The discussion started with the Neighborhood Programs Coordinator, Rhemy King, emphasizing how
well the public outreach process worked and how much feedback and information had been
provided by those who participated. She gave a brief description of the online engagement app,
multiple widgets, a video introducing the Project, maps, photographs, a timeline for the Project, and
an option to subscribe to receive additional information on the Project in the future. All of these
items were meant to familiarize the public with the Project and encourage their involvement.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
March 12, 2024
Page 2
Jason Lederer, the Parks Planning Manager, went on to describe the large postcard mailer that went
out and how it drove a tremendous amount of traffic to the website. In addition, the City’s social
media post was shared on the “I Love Renton” Facebook page, which also increased traffic to the
Project website. He described how the display boards were posted in community centers and the
senior center for community members to view in person, as well as in the Highlands Neighborhood
Center during basketball weekend and after-school events. All of these boards and interaction
opportunities directed viewers to the website and an online poll.
Design Criteria
Anna Spooner, Anchor QEA Project Manager, started the discussion on design criteria by reiterating
that community feedback consistently pointed to an interest in environmental restoration,
interpretive and nature trails, and recreation development. This feedback helped to develop the
following list of criteria:
1. Maximize trail development within the Park.
2. Connect to existing May Creek Greenway trails.
3. Provide trail connections to Renton neighborhoods.
4. Provide Park development for families.
5. Provide Park facilities.
6. Maximize open space for unprogrammed recreation.
7. Maximize restoration and habitat enhancement.
8. Maximize forest and habitat preservation.
9. Provide environmental education and stewardship.
10. Provide public art and placemaking.
11. Provide parking.
12. Avoid impacts to neighbors.
13. Maximize access.
14. Consider value to cost.
15. Consider permit feasibility.
Conceptual Plan Alternatives
The discussion then moved on to a slideshow of the alternatives, with Anna Spooner presenting.
Two alternatives were presented, with the first one focusing on recreation and Park development and
the second focusing on natural resource protection, restoration, and enhancement. Anna pointed out
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
March 12, 2024
Page 3
that they both had overlapping program elements despite these very different themes and that the
final design would likely be a combination of elements for both alternatives. She went on to present
the alternatives, as follows:
Alternative 1
Alternative 1 had a focus on recreation development. The existing access was used and expanded
upon. Various Park amenities were centralized in an existing, flat, clear opening outside of wetland
buffers and wooded areas. Because a portion of this area is currently privately owned, she pointed
out how the design may need to take place in phases, with a second development phase taking
place when the additional parcel is acquired by the City. At the end of the access road was a parking
lot with space for 24 cars, as well as an additional small lot with four Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA)-accessible parking stalls off the large environmental education building (open air rustic
shelter). Nearby would be a small comfort station and trail head, along with a picnic shelter, seating,
and a natural play space. In addition to these features, a basketball court and tennis/pickleball court
were part of this alternative, along with a native propagation nursery area and a small, enclosed dog
park. The design also included two large open lawn spaces and a pervious trail network connecting
all active recreation and amenities with more wild areas of the Park. These trails winded through the
woods and wetlands to viewpoints and to the creek. At trail intersections, wide nodes accommodated
benches for resting and interpretive signage. A switchback trail led up the hill to the nearby
neighborhood to the south, and another led down the hill to provide creek access to the north.
These trails would be as accessible as possible and may include stairs but would not likely be
ADA-accessible. Anna also discussed the opportunity for stormwater treatment from the parking lot
in the form of raingardens and the need for ongoing invasive species removal and stewardship
throughout the Park. A crosswalk south of the Park at NE 24th Street and Duvall Avenue was also
recommended to allow for safer neighborhood access to the trailheads.
Alternative 2
Alternative 2 had a focus on restoration, habitat enhancement, and protection. This design included
fewer traditional park elements, a smaller footprint for active recreation, and more square footage of
protection, restoration, and enhancement activities. The same access driveway was used and
improved upon, with a parking lot at the end for 18 cars. A small comfort station and trailhead kiosk
were included along with a large natural play area and open lawn. A picnic shelter was included, as
well as a small amphitheater/stage on the future parcel. The trail corridors for this alternative were
more simplistic, allowing for more areas to remain protected. Pervious trails looped from the active
recreation area through wilder parts of the Park, providing views of May Creek and wetlands while
minimizing disturbances to creek and wetland buffers. Access to future trail connections on the east
were discussed, as well as areas for interpretive signage along the trails, public art, and opportunities
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
March 12, 2024
Page 4
for placemaking. This alternative also included a crosswalk south of the Park at NE 24th Street and
Duvall Avenue to increase foot traffic to the Park as well as safety.
Comparison Matrix
Anna reminded the group of the list of 15 criteria items and presented a matrix, which ranked each
criteria item (low, medium, high) for each alternative side by side to use as a comparison. The end
goal would be to develop a final design where every criterion was met. Alternative 1 scored higher
for trail development, connections to existing trails, neighborhood access, Park development, Park
facilities, lighting, open space, environmental education and stewardship, parking, and access.
Alternative 2 scored higher for maximizing restoration and habitat enhancement, maximizing forest
and habitat preservation, public art and placemaking, avoidance of impact to neighbors, cost
efficiency, and permit feasibility.
Next Steps
Anna reminded the group of where we were on the process, with site inventory and analysis and
opportunities and constraints completed and community outreach ongoing. The next step of the
process will be crafting a preferred alternative to present in April and then moving on to the final
master plan in the summer.
Group Discussion
Following the presentation, there was an open group discussion. The following summarizes key
topics discussed:
• A question was asked on how the value was determined, and Anna responded that a holistic
approach was used, based off of the perceived value of each element by the community, rather
than a quantified approach. Anna added that a rough order of magnitude costs would be
developed later in the process.
• The discussion moved on to how to balance pleasing the greatest number of community
members while balancing the cost of maintenance, system gaps, utilities, and stormwater. Jason
pointed out that the uncertainty of whether water would be able to be brought to the site limited
being able to offer restrooms and drinking fountains. Portable toilets might be the best option.
Anna pointed out that these could include an enclosure to make them more appealing.
• Jason questioned whether we should utilize existing trails and potentially historic access roads
for future trail systems.
• The group discussed taking another trip to the site to walk along existing paths and slopes to
determine the most appropriate trail alignment and location for some of the Park features.
• Another attendee brought up a concern with lighting, stating that we should be very careful
about how we approach lighting to prevent light pollution.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
March 12, 2024
Page 5
• The interpretive shelter was the next item of discussion. The group talked about what this might
look like, how large it might be, and if it would have walls or just a roof. Options for precedents
were discussed, such as the shelters at Seward Park and Lincoln Park in Seattle.
• This was followed by questions about the amphitheater and if it was an item that the City and
community members valued and would use. It was agreed that it would be unlikely that this
would be a suitable location for large events like weddings, but a smaller informal stage might
be useful for smaller informal gatherings or educational opportunities.
• The attendees were in favor of keeping the sports courts in the design for the moment to attract
a variety of visitors, and one attendee mentioned that if there was limited space, pickleball might
be the best option since it required less room. It was pointed out by another attendee that a
combination court that allowed for pickleball and tennis might be a good option.
• Another group member threw out the idea of having an environmental science center on the
site. The stewardship garden was discussed as well, including questions on what type of garden
this would be (a P-patch, demonstration garden, foraging garden, cultural garden, medicinal
garden, or something else). Anna clarified that the intent was for it to be demonstration or native
plant propagation garden, with opportunities for signage or education. In the future, it may also
be possible to use these native species elsewhere in the Park for restoration work.
• One attendee expressed surprise that Alternative 2, which focused on a more natural approach
and restoration efforts, did not have a more expansive trail network, and they would appreciate
the more natural approach but with more trail opportunities.
• A comment was made on the crosswalk and how it would probably need to be a signalized
crosswalk with potentially a median refuge, but this could be discussed at a later date.
• Lastly, Jason pointed out that we needed to remember how this future Park was part of a trail
network and consider how it would fit into the rest of the system but also how it could be used
to provide Park elements that were not easily found elsewhere in Renton. It was decided on that
the group should take a while to consider the designs and provide additional feedback or
questions at their leisure.
Next Steps and Closing
The meeting ended with an overview of the next steps, including the plan for completing and
presenting the preferred alternative in April.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
Stakeholder Meeting #3, Community Outreach Series 3
Northeast Renton Park Master Planning Project
1:00 to 2:00 p.m., May 21, 2024, Renton City Hall
Attendees
Name Organization Title
Jason Lederer Renton Parks and Recreation Parks Planning Manager
Rhemy King Renton Parks and Recreation Neighborhood Programs Coordinator
Ian Gray Renton Parks and Recreation Urban Forestry and Natural Resources Manager
Cailín Hunsaker Renton Parks and Recreation Parks and Trails Director
Betsy Severtsen Renton Parks and Recreation Acting Capital Project Manager
Steve Brown Renton Parks and Recreation Parks Maintenance Manager
Alex Morganroth Community and Economic Development Senior Planner
Anna Spooner Anchor QEA Project Manager
Rachel Andersen Anchor QEA Landscape Architect
Meeting Notes
Representatives from the City of Renton (City) and Anchor QEA gathered on Tuesday, May 21, 2024,
for the third of a series of stakeholder meetings for the Northeast Renton Park (Park) Master
Planning Project (Project). Jason Lederer and Rhemy King provided an overview on the community
outreach results, and Anna Spooner provided a PowerPoint presentation to go over the preliminary
Draft Preferred Concept design and its features. The meeting participants then had an open forum to
discuss the design and ask questions. The following provides a summary of the meeting discussion.
Community Outreach
The meeting started with Anna Spooner presenting an overview of community outreach efforts,
along with a timeline of public events and traffic surges to the Project website. She also presented a
series of succinct visuals of the results of all public outreach up to date, showing that the public was
most interested in new Park facilities, followed by biking and walking trails and access to wetlands,
trees, and forests. Environmental education, art and culture, and sports courts received less interest,
and people were generally neutral when it came to an off-leash dog park. She followed with a brief
overview of the previous two alternatives.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
May 21, 2024
Page 2
Preliminary Design Program
Anna presented the following list of design program features and relevant details:
• Trails
‒ Loops through diverse habitats
‒ Boardwalks and viewing areas
‒ Access to May Creek corridor
‒ Connections outside of Park
‒ Trailhead kiosk
• Open lawn space
• Play area with the following:
‒ Climbing structure
‒ Swings
‒ Shelter
• Large shelter for environmental education and outdoor classroom
• Ecological restoration areas
• Rain gardens
• Public art
• Stewardship/cultural gardens
• Environmental educational and wayfinding signage
• Sport courts
‒ Pickleball
‒ Tennis
‒ Basketball
• Park infrastructure
‒ Access road and parking
‒ Fire turnaround
‒ Portable toilet enclosure
‒ Lighting
• Park maintenance facility/storage
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
May 21, 2024
Page 3
Preliminary Draft Preferred Concept
Anna continued on to present the preliminary Draft Preferred Concept. This concept was a
combination of the previous two design alternatives, edited to reflect the needs and wants of the
community. It combined a large network of paths through forests and wetlands and along view
corridors, while being careful to minimize disturbances to buffers as much as possible. Future trail
connections were highlighted to the east and west and adjacent to neighborhoods. Areas for
restoration and habitat enhancement were called out along May Creek throughout wetlands and
buffers and throughout forested and riparian areas. A large central area contained all active
recreation, including a large nature play area, stewardship and cultural gardens, a covered outdoor
classroom, portable toilets, a picnic shelter, and parking for 20 vehicles. The private parcel contained
potential Phase 2 amenities, including an off-leash dog park, a City maintenance shed, and sports
courts. This option also included minimal lighting, public art, wayfinding, trailhead kiosks and
signage, and swales/raingardens around the parking lot.
Three section graphics followed, depicting a more detailed view of the active recreation area, a
section of wetlands and buffers, and the forested slope and floodplain leading down to May Creek.
These graphics included indications of where paths, boardwalks, viewing decks, and other amenities
would be located within the landscape.
Anna presented a series of precedent imagery to give a feel for the scale and materials of structures
and amenities that may be found in the design. The precedent photographs covered subjects such as
amenities, play areas, low-impact development features, trails and boardwalks, habitat restoration,
signage, and public art.
Group Discussion
Following the presentation, there was an open group discussion. The following summarizes key
topics discussed:
• Betsy Severtsen asked for clarity on Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) access. Anna described
the different types of trail surfaces and routes. The paved trails within the active recreation would
be ADA accessible along with the gravel loop trails and boardwalks throughout the wooded and
riparian areas. However, the trail leading south to the adjacent neighborhood and north to the
May Creek neighborhood would likely not be ADA accessible and would include stretches of stairs.
However, efforts could be made to make these paths as user friendly and walkable as possible.
• A question was asked about trail access to the east and if it was possible to create a future
connection to other nearby trails and possibly up to Cougar Mountain. Jason Lederer elaborated on
the fact that the City has an access easement to the east, which allows for a future trail connection.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Meeting Notes
May 21, 2024
Page 4
• Derek expressed his excitement at seeing the option of a zipline in the play area, knowing that
this is a popular feature in other parks. However, when it came to the cultural gardens and dog
park, he had a question of where these would be most appropriate. He mentioned that the
privately-owned parcel is already flat and disturbed, making it the perfect location for these
amenities, but it may be many years before the City could purchase and develop these spaces. If
an amenity like a dog park is in high demand, it might be wiser to plan it for a parcel that the
City already owns.
• The discussion of signage came up, with Derek suggesting signage similar to Newcastle’s but with
Renton’s color palette. In addition, small signs with distances and trail names such as “wetland
loop” at trail nodes were something that might be useful. An attendee asked about the trailheads
and if the signage at the south neighborhood trailhead would be large and attention-getting or
subtle because they did not want traffic stopping along Duvall Avenue NE and parking on the side
of the road to access this trail. Anna clarified that only one entrance and trailhead would have
larger signage, with all other trailheads and trails having more subtle signage.
Next Steps and Closing
The meeting ended with an overview of the next steps, including the plan for further community
outreach and completing the preferred alternative concept design and master plan development in
June and July, followed by Community Services Committee, Parks Commission, and City Council
engagement, and grant funding and implementation in the future.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
APPENDIX E
OPINION OF PROBABLE COSTS
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan
July 2024
Qty. Unit Unit Cost Subtotal
a.Clear and grub site vegetation 9,000 SF 0.30$ 2,700$
b.Estimated tree removal 52 EA 770.00$ 40,040$
c.Remove asphalt paving 15,000 SF 1.40$ 21,000$
d.Miscellaneous demolition and debris removal 1 LS 5,000.00$ 5,000$
Subtotal Demolition & Clearing 68,740$
2. Temporary Facilities
a.
Temporary construction fencing (chainlink) for site
security, tree protection, and native plant protection 3,500 LF 15.00$ 52,500$
b.Temporary access and staging 1 LS 11,550.00$ 11,550$
c.Temporary erosion and sediment control 1 LS 70,000.00$ 70,000$
Subtotal Temporary Facilities 134,050$
3. Earthwork
a.
Excavate to subgrade and stockpile for trails and park
development area 6,200 CY 13.00$ 80,600$
b.Place and compact on-site stockpiled fill 6,200 CY 16.00$ 99,200$
c.Haul excess and unsuitable excavated fill material 725 CY 43.00$ 31,157$
d.
Place import topsoil (6" average depth, all new
planting bed areas)725 CY 55.00$ 39,853$
e.Finish grading (3-inch depth)168,000 SF 0.10$ 16,800$
Subtotal Earthwork 267,610$
4. Utility Improvements
a.Stormwater (incl LID elements, rain gardens)1 LS 200,000.00$ 200,000$
b.Electrical 1 LS 42,400.00$ 42,400$
c.Site Lighting (25' light poles with concrete bases)8 EA 9,750.00$ 78,000$
d.Communications including emergency beacons 2 EA 11,760.00$ 23,520$
Subtotal Utility Improvements 343,920$
5. Asphalt Paving and Pavement Markings
a.Install asphalt paving (2" on crushed aggregate base)23,340 SF 5.00$ 116,700$
b.Install crushed gravel shoulder (6" depth)60 CY 163.00$ 9,780$
c.Thickened asphalt edge 450 LF 16.00$ 7,200$
d.Install parking stall striping 32 EA 28.00$ 896$
e.Install cross hatching (firetruck turnaround)2,500 SF 3.40$ 8,500$
f.Install concrete wheel stops in parking area 20 EA 256.00$ 5,120$
Subtotal Asphalt Paving and Pavement Markings 148,196$
6. Trails, Bridges, and Viewing Areas
a.
Install 5' wide boardwalk composite decking, bullrail,
substructure, and pre-cast concrete pier blocks and
attachment hardware 1 LS 125,760.00$ 125,760$
b.Install 5' wide concrete paving for pathways 764 SY 210.00$ 160,347$
c.Install 5' wide crushed gravel for pathways (6" depth)510 CY 163.00$ 83,130$
d.
Install trail steps (pressure-treated 6- × 6-foot posts
secured with rebar stakes)66 EA 1,400.00$ 92,400$
e.
Install 5x12' footbridge with composite decking,
framing, foundations, supports, guardrail, and
concrete abutment 1 LS 59,040.00$ 59,040$
Subtotal Trails, Bridges, and Viewing Areas 520,677$
Item
1. Site Demolition and Clearing
Opinion of Probable Construction Cost (OPCC) - Concept Design
PA
R
K
D
E
V
E
L
O
P
M
E
N
T
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan
July 2024
7. Site Furnishings and Signage
a.Furnish and install benches 12 EA 3,418.00$ 41,016$
b.Furnish and install grill 4 EA 1,800.00$ 7,200$
c.Furnish and install picnic tables 6 EA 8,159.00$ 48,954$
d.Furnish and install trash receptacles 4 EA 2,800.00$ 11,200$
e.Furnish and install bike racks 4 EA 6,300.00$ 25,200$
f.24' x 34' custom wooden picnic shelter 1 EA 170,000.00$ 170,000$
g.Park entry signage 1 EA 12,000.00$ 12,000$
h.Trail wayfinding portal post 8 EA 2,820.00$ 22,560$
i.Primary trailhead kiosk 1 EA 21,000.00$ 21,000$
j.Interpretive signs and supports 5 EA 5,000.00$ 25,000$
k.Split rail fencing 461 LF 37.00$ 17,057$
Subtotal Site Furnishings 401,187$
8. Play Area Surfacing and Equipment
a.Furnish Robinia"Jungle Dome" large climber 1 EA 70,430.00$ 70,430$
b.Furnish Robinia"Crawling Pyramid" small climber 1 EA 5,610.00$ 5,610$
c.Furnish "Spinner Plate" spinner seats 3 EA 1,380.00$ 4,140$
d.Furnish Robinia Up and Over Net 1 EA 3,240.00$ 3,240$
e.Furnish Carousel with seats 1 EA 10,730.00$ 10,730$
f.Furnish Robinia Entry Seesaw for 4 persons 1 EA 4,080.00$ 4,080$
g.Furnish Robinia Zip Line for Flat surroundings, 82'1 EA 15,090.00$ 15,090$
h.Install play area equipment 1 LS 60,000.00$ 60,000$
i.Furnish and install sand pit (24" depth)57 CY 114.00$ 6,443$
j.Furnish and install engineered wood fiber (12" depth)7,136 SF 3.05$ 21,765$
l.Furnish and install play area underdrain pipe 1 LS 17,510.00$ 17,510$
m.Install concrete curb 180 LF 60.80$ 10,944$
Subtotal Play Area Surfacing and Equipment 229,982$
9. Planting
a.Import and place topsoil (average 12" depth)2,000 CY 55.00$ 110,000$
b.Park plantings 15,000 SF 3.00$ 45,000$
c.Lawn hydroseed 40,000 SF 0.65$ 26,000$
d.Mulch (3" depth)509 CY 55.00$ 28,009$
Subtotal Planting 209,009$
10. Irrigation
a.Irrigation 55,000 SF 3.00$ 165,000$
Subtotal Irrigation 165,000$
Park Development Subtotal 2,488,371$
PA
R
K
D
E
V
E
L
O
P
M
E
N
T
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan
July 2024
11. In-stream and Riparian Habitat Enhancement
a.Remove invasives 17,208 SF 2.45$ 42,158$
b.
Large woody debris - place salvaged on-site logs with
rootwads 15 EA 436.00$ 6,540$
c.Soil preparation (6" amendment)319 CY 58.00$ 18,482$
d.Planting - trees (5 gallon)70 EA 142.00$ 9,940$
e.Planting - shrub (1 gallon)400 EA 48.00$ 19,200$
f.Install mulch (3" depth)159 CY 55.00$ 8,763$
Subtotal In-stream and Riparian Habitat Enhancement 105,084$
12. Wetland and Wetland Buffer Enhancement
a.Remove invasives 128,510 SF 0.26$ 33,734$
b.Soil preparation (6" amendment)2,380 EA 58.00$ 138,029$
c.Jute fabric in planting areas with 4:1 or steeper slope 860 SF 5.25$ 4,515$
d.Planting - trees (5 gallon)260 EA 142.00$ 36,920$
e.Planting - trees (2 gallon)600 EA 78.00$ 46,800$
f.Planting - shrub (1 gallon)1,650 EA 48.00$ 79,200$
g.Planting emergent plug 4,130 EA 7.35$ 30,356$
h.Install mulch (3" depth)1,190 CY 55.00$ 65,445$
Subtotal Wetland and Wetland Buffer Enhancement 434,999$
13. Forest Enhancement
a.Remove invasives 14,993 SF 0.26$ 3,936$
b.Soil preparation (6" amendment)278 EA 58.00$ 16,103$
c.Jute fabric in planting areas with 4:1 or steeper slope 6,000 SF 5.25$ 31,500$
d.Planting - trees (5 gallon)70 EA 142.00$ 9,940$
e.Planting - shrub (1 gallon)350 EA 48.00$ 16,800$
f.Install mulch (3" depth)139 CY 55.00$ 7,635$
Subtotal Forest Enhancement 85,914$
Habitat Enhancement Subtotal 625,996$
HA
B
I
T
A
T
E
N
H
A
N
C
E
M
E
N
T
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan
July 2024
14. Potential Custom Toilet Enclosure
a.8' x 14' custom toilet enclosure 1 EA 145,870.00$ 145,870$
Potential Sewer Connection and Restroom Subtotal 145,870$
15. Potential Sewer Connection and Restroom
a.
Clear and grub vegetation at proposed sewer
conveyance (assumes 10-ft wide corridor)6700 SF 0.30$ 2,010$
b.
Estimated tree removal within proposed sewer
conveyance (assumes 10-ft wide corridor)17 EA 770.00$ 13,090$
c.Grinder pump station 1 EA 16,000.00$ 16,000$
d.Force main (to existing sewer)820 LF 30.00$ 24,600$
e.Directional drilling 820 LF 20.00$ 16,400$
f.Connection to existing system 1 LS 3,000.00$ 3,000$
d.Install Portland Loo 1 LS 500,000.00$ 500,000$
Potential Sewer Connection and Restroom Subtotal 575,100$
16. Potential Park Expansion Area
a.Clear and grub site vegetation 68,000 SF 0.30$ 20,400$
b.Estimated tree removal 10 EA 770.00$ 7,700$
c.Remove asphalt paving 910 SF 1.40$ 1,274$
d.
5' wide crushed gravel trail within park expansion
parcel only 62 CY 163.00$ 10,106$
e.Dog park area fencing (5' tall chain link)492 LF 53.00$ 26,076$
f.Pea gravel at dog park area (6" depth)260 CY 74.00$ 19,240$
g.Sport courts (2 tennis courts/4 pickleball courts)1 LS 96,000.00$ 96,000$
h.Sport courts fencing (5' tall chainlink)600 LF 53.00$ 31,800$
i.Hydroseed mix for lawn 40000 SF 1.05$ 42,000$
j.Park plantings 15280 SF 2.00$ 30,560$
k.Irrigation 15280 SF 3.00$ 45,840$
Future Potential Park Expansion Area Subtotal 330,996$
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan
July 2024
Subtotal Park Development and Habitat Enhancement 3,114,367$
Mobilization (10%) 311,437$
Subtotal Construction + Mobilization 3,425,804$
Design Contingency (25%) 856,451$
Subtotal Const. + Mob. + Design Cont. 4,282,255$
Construction Contingency (10%) 428,225$
Subtotal Const. + Mob. + Design Cont. +Const. Cont.4,710,480$
Sales Tax (10.3%) 485,179$
TOTAL OPCC FOR PARK DEVELOPMENT AND HABITAT ENHANCEMENT (2024 Dollars)* 5,195,660$
Subtotal Toilet Enclosure 145,870$
Mobilization (10%) 14,587$
Subtotal Construction + Mobilization 160,457$
Design Contingency (25%) 40,114$
Subtotal Const. + Mob. + Design Cont. 200,571$
Construction Contingency (10%) 20,057$
Subtotal Const. + Mob. + Design Cont. +Const. Cont.220,628$
Sales Tax (10.3%) 22,725$
TOTAL OPCC FOR TOILET ENCLOSURE OPTION (2024 Dollars)* 243,353$
Subtotal Sewer Connection and Portland Loo 575,100$
Mobilization (10%) 57,510$
Subtotal Construction + Mobilization 632,610$
Design Contingency (25%) 158,153$
Subtotal Const. + Mob. + Design Cont. 790,763$
Construction Contingency (10%) 79,076$
Subtotal Const. + Mob. + Design Cont. +Const. Cont.869,839$
Sales Tax (10.3%) 89,593$
TOTAL OPCC FOR SEWER CONNECTION AND RESTROOM OPTION (2024 Dollars)* 959,432$
Sutotal Future Potential Park Expansion Area 330,996$
Mobilization (10%) 33,100$
Subtotal Construction + Mobilization 364,096$
Design Contingency (25%) 91,024$
Subtotal Const. + Mob. + Design Cont. 455,120$
Construction Contingency (10%) 45,512$
Subtotal Const. + Mob. + Design Cont. +Const. Cont.500,631$
Sales Tax (10.3%) 51,565$
TOTAL OPCC FOR FUTURE POTENTIAL PARK EXPANSION AREA (2024 Dollars)* 552,196$
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
Northeast Renton Park Master Plan
July 2024
NOTES:
2) In providing opinions of probable construction cost, the Client (City of Renton) understands that the Consultant (Anchor QEA
L.L.C.) has no control over the cost or availability of labor, equipment or materials, or over market condition or the Contractor's
method of pricing, and the consultant's opinions of probable construction costs are made on the basis of the Consultant's
professional judgment and experience. The Consultant makes no warranty, expressed or implied, that the bids or the negotiated
cost of the Work will not vary from the Consultant's opinion of probable construction cost.
4) Not Included (Construction Items): Environmental Cleanup, Portable Restroom Units, Public Art, Signage, Demolition of Existing
House and Accessory Buildings, and Demolition of the Foundations Associated with Site Buildings.
3) Not Included (Construction Related): Design/Engineering Fees, Project Management, Survey, Planning & Design Review, Bidding,
Construction Phase Project Management & Administration, Construction Inspection, Environmental Permitting, Property Purchase,
Water Connection Utilities, and Permit Related Monitoring.
1) All costs are in 2024 dollars.
AGENDA ITEM #7. e)
AB - 3661
City Council Regular Meeting - 21 Oct 2024
SUBJECT/TITLE: WA State Criminal Justice Training Commission Wellness Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Refer to Finance Committee
DEPARTMENT: Police Department
STAFF CONTACT: Ryan Rutledge, Deputy Chief - Police
EXT.: 7512
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
The Renton Police Department was awarded $34,200 dollars after applying for a First Responder Wellness
Grant through the WA State Criminal Justice Training Commission. Officer Casey Procter (RPD Peer/Wellness
Coordinator) completed the application and proposal to use these funds for two specific purposes. First,
extend the PD's Wellness Check-in program through 2025. This will use $22,300 of the funds to
amend/extend our current contract with Bravura Counseling (CAG 24-008). Second, PD will use $11,900 to
provide Police Department wide financial wellness training specific to first responders at all stages of a law
enforcement career from an entry-level new hire to an experienced officer planning for retirement. The total
cost of the financial training is $13,000, so RPD will be covering $1,100 out of our budget to pay for the
remaining cost. This grant was originally awarded in July 2024 and sent directly from CJTC to Mayor Pavone
for signature. It took a few months to get contracts approved and finalized. This agenda bill is being referred
to council for review/approval, then to finance committee. The documents have been reviewed/approved by
legal and risk management.
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
The Renton Police Department was awarded $34,200 dollars after applying for a First Responder Wellness
Grant through the WA State Criminal Justice Training Commission. Officer Casey Procter (RPD Peer/Wellness
Coordinator) completed the application and proposal to use these funds for two specific purposes. First,
extend the PD's Wellness Check-in program through 2025. This will use $22,300 of the funds to
amend/extend our current contract with Bravura Counseling (CAG 24-008). Second, PD will use $11,900 to
provide Police Department wide financial wellness training specific to first responders at all stages of a law
enforcement career from an entry-level new hire to an experienced officer planning for retirement. The total
cost of the financial training is $13,000, so RPD will be covering $1,100 out of our budget to pay for the
remaining cost. This grant was originally awarded in July 2024 and sent directly from CJTC to Mayor Pavone
for signature. It took a few months to get contracts approved and finalized. This agenda bill is being referred
to council for review/approval, then to finance committee. The documents have been reviewed/approved by
legal and risk management.
EXHIBITS:
A. Grant Agreement
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the CJTC Wellness Grant, approve the amendment to CAG 24-008, and approve the new contract for
RPD Financial Wellness Training
AGENDA ITEM #7. f)
Washington State
Criminal Justice Training Commission
WSCJTC Contract No.
IA25-042
Program Index
529
This Contract is between the State of Washington, Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission and
the Contractor identified below and is governed by Department of Enterprise Services Procurement Policies.
Contractor Name:
City of Renton Police Department
Contact: Casey Proctor
Contractor Address:
1055 Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Contact Telephone:
425-430-7560
Contact E-Mail
cproctor@rentonwa.gov
Statewide Vendor Number: (SWV):
Click here to apply or provide number below:
001220
WSCJTC Contact Information
Manager of this contract or project. Name and Title.
Susan Rogel, Grant Manager
E-mail Address
Susan.Rogel@cjtc.wa.gov
Telephone
206-939-8437
Contract Start Date
July 1, 2024
Contract End Date
June 30, 2025
Contract Maximum Amount
$34,200
Subcontracting Authorized? Y/N
Y
Travel Expenses Authorized? Y/N
Y
FOR THE WSCJTC: FOR THE CONTRACTOR:
Susan Rogel
City of Renton Police Department
Manager Date
Brian Elliott
Contractor Business Name
Department Manager Date
Monica Alexander
Date
Executive Director Date
Holly White
Contractor signature
WSCJTC Contract Specialist Date Print Name & Title
Armondo Pavone
apavone@rentonwa.gov
AGENDA ITEM #7. f)
Statement of Work.
This contract was won competitively, and contract incorporates by reference the Statement of Work WSCJTC
published in the Request for Proposal, which the Contractor’s proposal specifically agreed to perform.
This grant is for the purpose of establishing officer wellness programs, to include, building resilience, injury prevention,
peer support, physical fitness, proper nutrition, stress management, suicide prevention, physical health, mental health
supports/services and any other program that focuses on officer wellbeing.
OUTCOME REPORTING AND BILLING TIMELINES
1. Outcome Report
2. Invoice (A-19 and backup documentation – submitted in one PDF document all together)
DUE DATES:
1. October 15, 2024 (July, August, & September)
2. January 15, 2025 (October, November, & December)
3. April 15, 2025 (January, February, & March)
4. July 10, 2025, FINAL submission (April, May, & June)
REQUIRED OUTCOMES FOR REPORT: (See allocation amounts on last page)
1. Bravura Counseling – document number of sessions/trainings/dates and topics. \
2. Financialcop LLC- Financial training – number of sessions, topics and number attending.
3. Complete officer survey of usefulness of all services and suggestions for future officer wellness services.
Report outcomes in final report.
Exclusive Agreement. This contract, with its attachments and documents incorporated by reference, contains all of
the terms and conditions the parties agreed to. No other contract terms or conditions shall be deemed to exist or bind
the parties. The parties signing above confirm they have read and understand this entire Contract and have the
authority to enter this Contract. WSCJTC and the Contractor may amend the contract by mutual written agreement.
Payment. WSCJTC shall pay the Contractor for performance of the Statement of Work, in response to invoices
specifying hours worked or work completed but shall not pay in advance. Payments are made by Electronic Funds
Transfer using the bank routing information the Contractor provides.
Nondiscrimination.
a. Nondiscrimination Requirement. During the term of this Contract, Contractor, including any subcontractor,
shall not discriminate on the bases enumerated at RCW 49.60.530(3). In addition, Contractor, including any
subcontractor, shall give written notice of this nondiscrimination requirement to any labor organizations with
which Contractor, or subcontractor, has a collective bargaining or other agreement.
b. Obligation to Cooperate. Contractor, including any subcontractor, shall cooperate and comply with any
Washington state agency investigation regarding any allegation that Contractor, including any subcontractor,
has engaged in discrimination prohibited by this Contract pursuant to RCW 49.60.530(3).
c. Default. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, WSCJTC may suspend Contractor, including any
subcontractor, upon notice of a failure to participate and cooperate with any state agency investigation into
alleged discrimination prohibited by this Contract, pursuant to RCW 49.60.530(3). Any such suspension will
remain in place until WSCJTC receives notification that Contractor, including any subcontractor, is cooperating
with the investigating state agency. In the event Contractor, or subcontractor, is determined to have engaged
in discrimination identified at RCW 49.60.530(3), WSCJTC may terminate this Contract in whole or in part, and
Contractor, subcontractor, or both, may be referred for debarment as provided in RCW 39.26.200. Contractor
or subcontractor may be given a reasonable time in which to cure this noncompliance, including implementing
conditions consistent with any court-ordered injunctive relief or settlement agreement.
d. Remedies for Breach. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, in the event of Contract termination or
suspension for engaging in discrimination, Contractor, subcontractor, or both, shall be liable for contract
damages as authorized by law including, but not limited to, any cost difference between the original contract
AGENDA ITEM #7. f)
and the replacement or cover contract and all administrative costs directly related to the replacement contract,
which damages are distinct from any penalties imposed under Chapter 49.60, RCW. WSCJTC shall have the
right to deduct from any monies due to Contractor or subcontractor, or that thereafter become due, an amount
for damages Contractor or subcontractor will owe WSCJTC for default under this provision.
Industrial Insurance Coverage. WSCJTC will report the Contractor to the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I)
as a “non-employee covered worker” and will pay L&I insurance premiums. Any injuries the Contractor suffers in the
course of performing this contract are covered by L&I. The Contractor and his/her physician should claim accordingly.
If this contract authorizes subcontracting, the Contractor provides L&I coverage for any subcontract workers; WSCJTC
and the State assume no liability for them.
Termination. No guarantee of work is made or implied as a result of this Contract: merely signing this contract does
not guarantee the Contractor any specific amount of payment. WSCJTC may terminate this Contract by providing
written notice to the Contractor. Termination shall be effective on the date specified in the termination notice. WSCJTC
shall be liable for only authorized services provided on or before the date of termination.
Assignment. The Contractor may not assign this Contract, or its rights or obligations to a third party.
Confidentiality. The Contractor shall not disclose any information WSCJTC designates confidential. This contract and
the Contractor’s proposal, if any, become the property of the WSCJTC, subject to the Public Records Act RCW 42.56.
Disputes. If a dispute arises under this contract, it shall be resolved by a Dispute Board. The WSCJTC Executive
Director and the Contractor shall each appoint a member to the Board. The Executive Director of the WSCJTC and the
Contractor shall jointly appoint a third member to the Dispute Board. The Board shall evaluate the dispute and resolve
it. The Board’s determination shall be final and binding to all parties to this Contract.
Indemnity. Contractor agrees to hold harmless WSCJTC for any claim arising out of performance or failure to perform
the contract, without regard to actual or alleged negligence by State employees.
Governing Law. This Contract shall be governed by the laws of Washington. The jurisdiction for any action hereunder
shall be the Superior Court for the State of Washington. The venue of any action hereunder shall be in the Superior
Court for Thurston County, State of Washington.
Rights in Data. Material created from this Contract shall be “works for hire” as defined by the U.S. Copyright Act of
1976 and shall be owned by WSCJTC, including but not limited to reports, documents, videos, curricular material,
exams or recordings. Such materials are subject to RCW 42.56, the Public Records Act; WSCJTC may disclose such
documents in accordance with the PRA.
Severability. If any provision of this Contract or any provision of any document incorporated by reference shall be held
invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this Contract which can be given effect without the invalid
provision, if such remainder conforms to the requirements of applicable law and the fundamental purpose of this
Contract, and to this end the provisions of this Contract are declared to be severable.
Waiver. A failure by the WSCJTC to exercise its rights under this contract shall not preclude WSCJTC from
subsequent exercise of such rights and shall not constitute a waiver of any rights under this contract unless stated to
be such in writing and signed by an authorized representative of WSCJTC and attached to the original contract.
Total Allocation $34,200
FinancialCop LLC – Nick Dougherty $11,900
Bravura Counseling $22,300
AGENDA ITEM #7. f)
AB - 3687
City Council Regular Meeting - 21 Oct 2024
SUBJECT/TITLE: Interagency Agreement between Renton Police Department and the
Washington Traffic Safety Commission
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Refer to Finance Committee
DEPARTMENT: Police Department
STAFF CONTACT: Steven Morris, Commander
EXT.: 7597
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
The grant reimburses the Renton Police Department for costs related to traffic emphasis patrols between
October 1, 2024 and September 30, 2025, up to $18,500. Budget adjustment will be made in Q1 of 2025.
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
Receive funds from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission to conduct multi-jurisdictional, high visibility
enforcement traffic safety emphasis patrols in support of Target Zero priorities of reducing traffic related
deaths and serious injuries.
EXHIBITS:
A. Agreement
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the interagency agreement with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission.
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 1 of 16
INTERAGENCY AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE
Washington Traffic Safety Commission
AND
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, hereinafter
referred to as “WTSC,” and __________________________________, hereinafter referred to as “SUB-RECIPIENT.”
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the authority provided to WTSC in RCW 43.59 and RCW 39.34, terms, conditions,
covenants, and performance contained herein, or attached and incorporated and made a part hereof, the parties mutually
agree as follows:
1.PURPOSE OF THE AGREEMENT:
The purpose of this Agreement is to provide funding, provided by the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT)
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and allowed under the Assistance Listings Catalog of Federal
Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number 20.600 for traffic safety grant project _______________________________________,
specifically to provide funding for the law enforcement agencies in WTSC Region ____ to conduct straight time or overtime
enforcement activities (traffic safety emphasis patrols) as outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW), in support of Target Zero
priorities. The Target Zero Manager (TZM) and/or the Law Enforcement Liaison (LEL) shall coordinate the SOW with the
SUB-RECIPIENT with the goal of reducing traffic crashes.
Grant _______________________________________ was awarded to the WTSC Region ___ to support collaborative
efforts to conduct HVE activities. By signing this agreement, the SUB-RECIPIENT can seek reimbursement for straight time
or overtime for approved law enforcement activity expenses incurred as a participant in the region’s HVE grant.
2.PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE
The period of performance of this Agreement shall commence upon the date of execution by both parties, but not earlier than
October 1, 2024, and remain in effect until September 30, 2025 unless terminated sooner, as provided herein.
3.SCOPE OF WORK
3.1.1 Problem ID and/or Opportunity
The main causes of serious injury and fatality collisions on Washington’s roadways are driver impairment through drug and/or
alcohol use, speeding, occupant restraint mis/nonuse, and distraction. Fatalities have increased almost 40 percent since
2019. Despite a very high seat belt use rate (greater than 90% for many years in a row), the number of unrestrained fatalities
____________________________________
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 2 of 16
and serious injuries have increased to the highest number since before 2010. Since 2019, unrestrained fatalities have
increased over 40 percent Motorcyclists also represent a high number of injured and killed because of unsafe and poorly
trained riders and the challenges vehicle drivers face in observing motorcycles on the road.
Washington has seen a drastic decrease in proactive enforcement of traffic laws. This decrease is due to a myriad of factors,
include the COVID-19 pandemic, political actions to update laws that reduce an officer’s ability to stop drivers,
This project will fund locally coordinated enforcement mobilizations to address impaired driving, distracted driving, seat belt
safety, speeding, and motorcycle safety. Funding and events will be organized by local Target Zero Managers (TZMs) & the
statewide Law Enforcement Liaison networks and their local Target Zero Task Force. These patrols will also be coordinated
with the Washington State Patrol (WSP). Target Zero Managers will establish or strengthen relationships with key WSP
district personnel to improve interagency coordination.
3.1.2 Project Purpose and Strategies
This project will fund High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) and Traffic Safety Enforcement Program (TSEP) patrols to prevent
impaired driving, distracted driving, seat belt use, speeding, and motorcycle safety.
High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) and Traffic Safety Enforcement Program (TSEP) patrols are designed to create deterrence
by increasing the expectation of a citation/fine/arrest. Officers may also remove high risk (impaired) drivers when
encountered. So together, this countermeasure works by preventing dangerous driving behaviors and stopping those who still
decide to engage in those behaviors.
Funding and events will be organized by local TZMs, LELs, and their local Target Zero Task Force. Task forces will use local
data and professional judgement to determine enforcement priorities for their jurisdictions and will schedule and plan
enforcement and outreach activities. Regional participation in the following National Campaigns is mandatory:
•Impaired driving enforcement during the Holiday DUI campaign (December 2024).
•Distracted driving enforcement during the Distracted Driving campaign (April 2025)
•Seat belt enforcement during the Click It or Ticket campaign (May 2025).
•Impaired driving enforcement during the Summer DUI campaign (August 2025).
These patrols will also be coordinated with the Washington State Patrol (WSP). Target Zero Managers will establish or
strengthen relationships with key WSP district personnel to improve interagency coordination with the WSP.
3.1.3 Requirements for National Mobilizations and Traffic Safety Enforcement Program (TSEP)
1.HVE events will be data informed; based on crash data, anecdotal evidence, and the professional judgement of task
force members. WTSC strongly believes in the expertise of local officers to understand the highest priority areas in
their communities to focus their efforts.
2.The SUB-RECIPIENT will ensure that all officers participating in these patrols are BAC certified and have received
and passed the SFST refresher training.
3.SUB-RECIPIENT will ensure all officers participating in Impaired Driving patrols have also received Advanced
Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) training.
4.SUB-RECIPIENT shall ensure all participating personnel will use the WEMS system provided by the WTSC to record
all activities in digital activity logs conducted by their commissioned officers pursuant to the HVE events. Participating
officers will fill out all applicable fields of the digital activity log and use the comments field to provide details on
irregularities, challenges or other details that would help explain what was encountered during their shift. SUB-
RECIPIENT will also ensure all supervisors and fiscal staff have the ability to review and edit those activity logs.
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 3 of 16
5.Activity conducted outside of the quarterly task force operational plans will not be reimbursed.
3.1.4 Project Intent and Best Practice
1.SUB-RECIPIENT is encouraged to help their Region Task Force fulfill the requirement to participate in the four
mandatory National Campaigns. (Holiday DUI campaign in December 2024, Distracted Driving campaign in April 2025,
Click It or Ticket campaign in May 2025, and Summer DUI campaign in August 2025).
NOTE: Agencies must participate in speed or impaired driving enforcement under this agreement to be eligible to
receive funding under the WASPC equipment grant.
2.SUB-RECIPIENT is strongly encouraged to participate in their task force to plan and execute enforcement events.
3.Regional task force will be submitting quarterly operational plans and SUB-RECIPIENT is encouraged to participate to
the fullest extent possible. Quarterly operational plans are due October 15, December 15, March 15, and June 15.
4.WTSC encourages participating officers to prioritize violations that directly contribute to the injury and death of road
users, such as impaired driving, speeding, distracted driving, non-restraint, etc.
5.SUB-RECIPIENT should promote patrol events through all earned, owned and, if funded, paid media that is available
so that the public is made aware of the event before, during, and after the enforcement takes place. It is best practice
to translate messages as needed and invite local media involvement in the effort to reach communities in which HVE
will occur.
6.SUB-RECIPIENT should strive to actively enforce traffic safety laws focused on collision causing behaviors in priority
areas throughout the year outside of HVE events.
7.When participating in motorcycle patrols SUB-RECIPIENT should focus on the illegal and unsafe driving actions of all
motor vehicles interacting with motorcycles. This includes speeding, failure to yield to a motorcycle, following too
closely to a motorcycle, distracted driving, etc.
8.When participating in motorcycle patrols SUB-RECIPIENT should ensure that enforcement will focus on the illegal and
unsafe driving actions of motorcycles that are known to cause serious and fatal crashes. This includes impaired
driving, speeding, and following too closely.
9.Performance will be monitored by the regional TZM, LEL, and Task Force, as well as WTSC. WTSC reserves the right
to designate specific officers as ineligible for cost reimbursement. This will occur if an officer is determined to not have
not met the purpose/intent of this grant in multiple emphasis patrols.
10.Funds can be used to support the mentoring of officers in traffic enforcement. This can be focused on impaired
driving, or general traffic enforcement.
For DUI mentorship, WTSC has found it to be best practice to include a mix of instruction and practical experience.
The mentor should be a DRE when possible, or a highly effective DUI emphasis patrol officer with a minimum of
ARIDE training. Mentor/mentee activities will be pre-approved by the TZM or LEL after the mentee submits their
interest.
11.Community outreach/collaboration: Funds can be used to pay for traffic safety focused community outreach and
collaboration activities. The operational approach for regional community outreach and collaboration activities should
be developed at the Task Force level and be approved by the WTSC. WTSC recommends that these activities include
an opportunity for the audience to provide feedback on local traffic safety priorities and activities, which ideally will
influence the region's plan for traffic safety programming.
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 4 of 16
In order to receive funding from this grant, agencies must participate with the regional traffic safety task force/coalition
in the planning efforts for these activities.
WTSC also encourages all law enforcement agencies in Washington to utilize WTSC's data analysis resources, such
as interactive dashboards and data from a statewide attitudinal survey, as well their regional Target Zero Manager to
identify priorities for engaging with the community.
WTSC will provide tools for documenting community collaboration activities, such as the WEMS activity log.
3.1.5 NATIONAL AND STATE-WIDE MOBILIZATIONS
Not all agencies are required to participate in all of these, however the region has committed to participate as a region in all of
these. Dates are tentative and may change when NHTSA publishes their FFY2025 mobilization calendar.
Mobilization Dates
Holiday DUI December 14, 2024 – January 1, 2025
U Drive. U Text. U Pay. April 7 – 14, 2025
Click It or Ticket May 12 – June 1, 2025
It’s a Fine Line (optional if funded) July 7 – 20, 2025
DUI Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over August 13 – September 1, 2025
3.2 PROJECT GOALS
Prevent traffic crashes to reduce traffic related deaths and serious injuries through active, visible, consistent, and targeted traffic
law enforcement, law enforcement training, and community outreach. Law enforcement can have a profound effect on traffic
safety and this project aims to increase participation to accomplish that.
3.3 COMPENSATION
3.3.1 The Compensation for the straight time or overtime work provided in accordance with this Agreement has been
established under the terms of RCW 39.34. The cost of accomplishing the work described in the SOW will not exceed
dollar total from amounts listed below. Payment for satisfactory performance shall not exceed this amount unless the
WTSC and SUB-RECIPIENT mutually agree to a higher amount in a written Amendment to this Agreement executed
by both the WTSC and SUB-RECIPIENT. Comp-time is not considered overtime and will not be approved for payment.
All law enforcement agencies who are active members of the Region’s traffic safety task force with a fully executed
grant agreement are eligible to participate in this grant.
3.3.2 WTSC will reimburse for personnel straight time or overtime expenses at 150 percent of the officer’s normal salary
rate plus SUB-RECIPIENT’s contributions to employee benefits, limited to the following:
•FICA
•Medicare
•Any portion of L&I that is paid by the employer (SUB-RECIPIENT)
•Retirement contributions paid by the employer (SUB-RECIPIENT) can be included if the contribution is based
on a percentage of their hours worked.
Health insurance, or any other benefits not listed above, are not eligible for reimbursement.
The SUB-RECIPIENT will provide law enforcement officers with appropriate equipment (e.g., vehicles, radars, portable
breath testers, etc.) to participate in the emphasis patrols.
3.3.3 Funding alterations are permitted as follows: Upon agreement by the regional TZM and all other parties impacted by a
proposed budget alteration, the budget category amounts may be increased or decreased without amending this
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 5 of 16
agreement, so long as the total grant award amount does not increase. HVE grant funds should be managed
collaboratively by the SUB-RECIPIENT and the TZM.
These alterations must be requested through email communication between the regional TZM and assigned WTSC
Program Manager. This communication shall include details of the requested budget modifications and a description
of why these changes are needed. The TZM will also send an updated quarterly Operations Plan to the WASPC
representative monitoring the project if the budget modification will result in changes to the previously submitted plan.
3.3.4 These funds, designated for salaries and benefits, are intended to pay for the hourly straight time or overtime costs
and proportional amounts of fringe benefits of commissioned staff pursuing the activities described in the statement of
work. These funds may not be used for any other purpose for example any work required to maintain a law
enforcement commission including recertification trainings like firearm qualification. This agreement is expressly
designated to fund salaries and benefits. By signing this agreement, SUB-RECIPIENT agrees to supply all necessary
equipment and vehicles needed to accomplish the work in the scope of work. WTSC is not responsible for any
equipment that is lost, stolen, or destroyed in the execution of the scope of work.
3.3.5 Dispatch: WTSC will reimburse communications officers/dispatch personnel for work on this project providing SUB-
RECIPIENT has received prior approval from their region’s TZM. This activity must be overtime and only the expenses
listed in section 3.2 and its subsections will be reimbursed.
3.3.6 Transport Officers: WTSC will reimburse transport officers for their work on this project providing SUB-RECIPIENT
has received approval from their regions TZM. The TZM will work with the regional LEL to determine if need is
warranted for the type of HVE activity. This activity must be overtime and only the expenses listed in section 3.2 and
its subsections will be reimbursed.
3.3.7 The law enforcement agency involved will not schedule individual officer overtime shifts for longer than eight hours.
WTSC understands there may be instances when more than eight hours are billed due to DUI processing or other
reasons and an explanation should be provided on the WEMS Officer Activity Log.
3.3.8 The law enforcement agency involved will ensure that any reserve officer for whom reimbursement is claimed has
exceeded his/her normal weekly working hours when participating in an emphasis patrol and is authorized to be paid
at the amount requested. Reserve officers may only be paid at the normal hourly rate and not at the 150 percent
overtime rate.
3.4 PROJECT COSTS
The WTSC has awarded $_______________ to the WTSC Region _____ Traffic Safety Task Force for the purpose of
conducting coordinated HVE enforcement and community outreach/collaboration activities. The funding must be used for
traffic safety purposes in the areas of impaired driving, distracted driving, occupant restraint use, speeding, and motorcycle
safety. See the project in WEMS for an updated distribution of funding by specific emphasis area.
By signing this agreement, the SUB-RECIPIENT can seek reimbursement for approved straight time or overtime expenses
incurred as a participant in this grant. Funds are expressly designated for staffing activities and may not be used for other
expenses that may be incurred, such as vehicle damage, supply replacement, etc. All activity must be coordinated by the
region’s traffic safety task force and TZM to be eligible for reimbursement.
APPLICABLE STATE AND FEDERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
4.ACTIVITY REPORTS
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 6 of 16
The SUB-RECIPIENT agrees to have all personnel who work HVE patrols submit a WEMS Officer Activity Log within 24
hours of the end of all shifts worked. These same logs will be associated with invoices as detailed in the “BILLING
PROCEDURE” section. Use of the Officer Activity Log in the WTSC’s online grant management system, WEMS, is required.
Supervisor review and accuracy certification will also be done in WEMS.
5.ADVANCE PAYMENTS PROHIBITED
No payments in advance of or in anticipation of goods or services to be provided under this Agreement shall be made by the
WTSC.
6.AGREEMENT ALTERATIONS AND AMENDMENTS
This Agreement may be amended by mutual agreement of the Parties in the form of a written request to amend this
Agreement. Such amendments shall only be binding if they are in writing and signed by personnel authorized to bind each of
the Parties. Changes to the budget, SUB-RECIPIENT’S Primary Contact, and WTSC Program Manager can be made through
email communication and signatures are not required.
7.ALL WRITINGS CONTAINED HEREIN
This Agreement contains all the terms and conditions agreed upon by the parties. No other understandings, oral or otherwise,
regarding the subject matter of this Agreement shall be deemed to exist or to bind any of the parties hereto.
8.ASSIGNMENT
The SUB-RECIPIENT may not assign the work to be provided under this Agreement, in whole or in part, without the express
prior written consent of the WTSC, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. The SUB-RECIPIENT shall provide the
WTSC a copy of all third-party contracts and agreements entered into for purposes of fulfilling the SOW. Such third-party
contracts and agreements must follow applicable federal, state, and local law, including but not limited to procurement law,
rules, and procedures. If any of the funds provided under this Agreement include funds from NHTSA, such third-party
contracts and agreements must include the federal provisions set forth in this Agreement in sections 32 through 40.
9.ATTORNEYS’ FEES
In the event of litigation or other action brought to enforce the Agreement terms, each party agrees to bear its own attorney
fees and costs.
10.BILLING PROCEDURE
All invoices for reimbursement of HVE activities will be done using the WTSC’s grant management system, WEMS. WEMS
Officer Activity logs will be attached to invoices, directly linking the cost of the activity to the invoice. Because the activity,
approval, and invoicing are all done within WEMS, no back up documentation is required in most cases.
Once submitted by the SUB-RECIPIENT, invoices are routed to the regional TZM for review and approval. The TZM will
submit all approved invoices to the WTSC via WEMS within 10 days of receipt.
Payment to the SUB-RECIPIENT for approved and completed work will be made by warrant or account transfer by WTSC
within 30 days of receipt of such properly documented invoices acceptable to WTSC. Upon expiration of the Agreement, any
claim for payment not already made shall be submitted within 45 days after the expiration date of this Agreement. All invoices
for goods received or services performed on or prior to June 30, 2025, must be received by WTSC no later than August
10, 2025. All invoices for goods received or services performed between July 1, 2024 and September 30, 2025, must be
received by WTSC no later than November 15, 2025.
11.CONFIDENTIALITY / SAFEGUARDING OF INFORMATION
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 7 of 16
The SUB-RECIPIENT shall not use or disclose any information concerning the WTSC, or information which may be classified
as confidential, for any purpose not directly connected with the administration of this Agreement, except with prior written
consent of the WTSC, or as may be required by law.
12.COST PRINCIPLES
Costs incurred under this Agreement shall adhere to provisions of 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart E.
13.COVENANT AGAINST CONTINGENT FEES
The SUB-RECIPIENT warrants that it has not paid, and agrees not to pay, any bonus, commission, brokerage, or contingent
fee to solicit or secure this Agreement or to obtain approval of any application for federal financial assistance for this
Agreement. The WTSC shall have the right, in the event of breach of this section by the SUB-RECIPIENT, to annul this
Agreement without liability.
14.DISPUTES
14.1. Disputes arising in the performance of this Agreement, which are not resolved by agreement of the parties, shall be
decided in writing by the WTSC Deputy Director or designee. This decision shall be final and conclusive, unless within 10 days
from the date of the SUB-RECIPIENT’s receipt of WTSC’s written decision, the SUB-RECIPIENT furnishes a written appeal to
the WTSC Director. The SUB-RECIPIENT’s appeal shall be decided in writing by the Director or designee within 30 days of
receipt of the appeal by the Director. The decision shall be binding upon the SUB-RECIPIENT and the SUB-RECIPIENT shall
abide by the decision.
14.2. Performance During Dispute. Unless otherwise directed by WTSC, the SUB-RECIPIENT shall continue performance
under this Agreement while matters in dispute are being resolved.
14.3 In the event that either Party deems it necessary to institute legal action or proceedings to enforce any right or obligation
under this Agreement, the Parties hereto agree that any such action or proceedings shall be brought in the superior court
situated in Thurston County, Washington.
15.GOVERNANCE
15.1. This Agreement is entered into pursuant to and under the authority granted by the laws of the state of Washington
and any applicable federal laws. The provisions of this Agreement shall be construed to conform to those laws.
15.2. In the event of an inconsistency in the terms of this Agreement, or between its terms and any applicable statute or
rule, the inconsistency shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:
15.2.1. Applicable federal and state statutes and rules
15.2.2. Terms and Conditions of this Agreement
15.2.3. Any Amendment executed under this Agreement
15.2.4. Any SOW executed under this Agreement
15.2.5. Any other provisions of the Agreement, including materials incorporated by reference
16.INCOME
Any income earned by the SUB-RECIPIENT from the conduct of the SOW (e.g., sale of publications, registration fees, or
service charges) must be accounted for, reported to WTSC, and that income must be applied to project purposes or used to
reduce project costs.
17.INDEMNIFICATION
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 8 of 16
17.1. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the SUB-RECIPIENT shall indemnify and hold harmless the WTSC, its officers,
employees, and agents, and process and defend at its own expense any and all claims, demands, suits at law or equity,
actions, penalties, losses, damages, or costs of whatsoever kind (“claims”) brought against WTSC arising out of or in
connection with this Agreement and/or the SUB-RECIPIENT’s performance or failure to perform any aspect of the Agreement.
This indemnity provision applies to all claims against WTSC, its officers, employees, and agents arising out of, in connection
with, or incident to the acts or omissions of the SUB-RECIPIENT, its officers, employees, agents, contractors, and
subcontractors. Provided, however, that nothing herein shall require the SUB-RECIPIENT to indemnify and hold harmless or
defend the WTSC, its agents, employees, or officers to the extent that claims are caused by the negligent acts or omissions of
the WTSC, its officers, employees or agents; and provided further that if such claims result from the concurrent negligence of
(a)the SUB-RECIPIENT, its officers, employees, agents, contractors, or subcontractors, and (b) the WTSC, its officers,
employees, or agents, or involves those actions covered by RCW 4.24.115, the indemnity provisions provided herein shall be
valid and enforceable only to the extent of the negligence of the SUB- RECIPIENT, its officers, employees, agents,
contractors, or subcontractors.
17.2. The SUB-RECIPIENT agrees that its obligations under this Section extend to any claim, demand and/or cause of action
brought by, or on behalf of, any of its employees or agents in the performance of this agreement. For this purpose, the SUB-
RECIPIENT, by mutual negotiation, hereby waives with respect to WTSC only, any immunity that would otherwise be
available to it against such claims under the Industrial Insurance provisions chapter 51.12 RCW.
17.3. The indemnification and hold harmless provision shall survive termination of this Agreement.
18.INDEPENDENT CAPACITY
The employees or agents of each party who are engaged in the performance of this Agreement shall continue to be
employees or agents of that party and shall not be considered for any purpose to be employees or agents of the other party.
19.INSURANCE COVERAGE
19.1. The SUB-RECIPIENT shall comply with the provisions of Title 51 RCW, Industrial Insurance, if required by law.
19.2. If the SUB-RECIPIENT is not required to maintain insurance in accordance with Title 51 RCW, prior to the start of any
performance of work under this Agreement, the SUB-RECIPIENT shall provide WTSC with proof of insurance coverage (e.g.,
vehicle liability insurance, private property liability insurance, or commercial property liability insurance), as determined
appropriate by WTSC, which protects the SUB-RECIPIENT and WTSC from risks associated with executing the SOW
associated with this Agreement.
20.LICENSING, ACCREDITATION, AND REGISTRATION
The SUB-RECIPIENT shall comply with all applicable local, state, and federal licensing, accreditation, and registration
requirements and standards necessary for the performance of this Agreement. The SUB-RECIPIENT shall complete
registration with the Washington State Department of Revenue, if required, and be responsible for payment of all taxes due
on payments made under this Agreement.
21.RECORDS MAINTENANCE
21.1. During the term of this Agreement and for six years thereafter, the SUB-RECIPIENT shall maintain books, records,
documents, and other evidence that sufficiently and properly reflect all direct and indirect costs expended in the performance
of the services described herein. These records shall be subject to inspection, review, or audit by authorized personnel of the
WTSC, the Office of the State Auditor, and federal officials so authorized by law. All books, records, documents, and other
material relevant to this Agreement will be retained for six years after expiration. The Office of the State Auditor, federal
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 9 of 16
auditors, the WTSC, and any duly authorized representatives shall have full access and the right to examine any of these
materials during this period.
21.2. Records and other documents, in any medium, furnished by one party to this Agreement to the other party, will remain
the property of the furnishing party, unless otherwise agreed. The receiving party will not disclose or make available this
material to any third parties without first giving notice to the furnishing party and giving them a reasonable opportunity to
respond. Each party will utilize reasonable security procedures and protections to assure that records and documents
provided by the other party are not erroneously disclosed to third parties.
22.RIGHT OF INSPECTION
The SUB-RECIPIENT shall provide right of access to its facilities to the WTSC or any of its officers, or to any other authorized
agent or official of the state of Washington or the federal government, at all reasonable times, in order to monitor and evaluate
performance, compliance, and/or quality assurance under this Agreement. The SUB-RECIPIENT shall make available
information necessary for WTSC to comply with the right to access, amend, and receive an accounting of disclosures of their
Personal Information according to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) or any regulations
enacted or revised pursuant to the HIPAA provisions and applicable provisions of Washington State law. The SUB-
RECIPIENT shall upon request make available to the WTSC and the United States Secretary of the Department of Health
and Human Services all internal policies and procedures, books, and records relating to the safeguarding, use, and disclosure
of Personal Information obtained or used as a result of this Agreement.
23.RIGHTS IN DATA
23.1. WTSC and SUB-RECIPIENT agree that all data and work products (collectively called “Work Product”) pursuant to this
Agreement shall be considered works made for hire under the U.S. Copyright Act, 17 USC §101 et seq., and shall be owned
by the state of Washington. Work Product includes, but is not limited to, reports, documents, pamphlets, advertisement, books,
magazines, surveys, studies, computer programs, films, tapes, sound reproductions, designs, plans, diagrams, drawings,
software, and/or databases to the extent provided by law. Ownership includes the right to copyright, register the copyright,
distribute, prepare derivative works, publicly perform, publicly display, and the ability to otherwise use and transfer these rights.
23.2. If for any reason the Work Product would not be considered a work made for hire under applicable law, the SUB-
RECIPIENT assigns and transfers to WTSC the entire right, title, and interest in and to all rights in the Work Product and any
registrations and copyright applications relating thereto and any renewals and extensions thereof.
23.3. The SUB-RECIPIENT may publish, at its own expense, the results of project activities without prior review by the
WTSC, provided that any publications (written, visual, or sound) contain acknowledgment of the support provided by
NHTSA and the WTSC. Any discovery or invention derived from work performed under this project shall be referred to
the WTSC, who will determine through NHTSA whether patent protections will be sought, how any rights will be
administered, and other actions required to protect the public interest.
24.SAVINGS
In the event funding from state, federal, or other sources is withdrawn, reduced, or limited in any way after the effective date
of this Agreement and prior to completion of the SOW under this Agreement, the WTSC may terminate the Agreement under
the "TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE" clause, without the 30-day notice requirement. The Agreement is subject to
renegotiation at the WTSC’s discretion under any new funding limitations or conditions.
25.SEVERABILITY
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 10 of 16
If any provision of this Agreement or any provision of any document incorporated by reference shall be held invalid, such
invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this Agreement which can be given effect without the invalid provision, if such
remainder conforms to the requirements of applicable law and the fundamental purpose of this Agreement, and to this end
the provisions of this Agreement are declared to be severable.
26.SITE SECURITY
While on WTSC premises, the SUB-RECIPIENT, its agents, employees, or sub-contractors shall conform in all respects with
all WTSC physical, fire, or other security policies and applicable regulations.
27.TAXES
All payments of payroll taxes, unemployment contributions, any other taxes, insurance, or other such expenses for the SUB-
RECIPIENT or its staff shall be the sole responsibility of the SUB-RECIPIENT.
28.TERMINATION FOR CAUSE
If the SUB-RECIPIENT does not fulfill in a timely and proper manner its obligations under this Agreement or violates any of
these terms and conditions, the WTSC will give the SUB-RECIPIENT written notice of such failure or violation, and may
terminate this Agreement immediately. At the WTSC’s discretion, the SUB-RECIPIENT may be given 15 days to correct the
violation or failure. In the event that the SUB-RECIPIENT is given the opportunity to correct the violation and the violation is
not corrected within the 15- day period, this Agreement may be terminated at the end of that period by written notice of the
WTSC.
29.TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE
Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement, either party may terminate this Agreement, without cause or reason, with 30
days written notice to the other party. If this Agreement is so terminated, the WTSC shall be liable only for payment required
under the terms of this Agreement for services rendered or goods delivered prior to the effective date of termination.
30.TREATMENT OF ASSETS
30.1. Title to all property furnished by the WTSC shall remain property of the WTSC. Title to all property furnished by the SUB-
RECIPIENT for the cost of which the SUB-RECIPIENT is entitled to be reimbursed as a direct item of cost under this
Agreement shall pass to and vest in the WTSC upon delivery of such property by the SUB-RECIPIENT. Title to other property,
the cost of which is reimbursable to the SUB-RECIPIENT under this Agreement, shall pass to and vest in the WTSC upon (i)
issuance for use of such property in the performance of this Agreement, or (ii) commencement of use of such property in the
performance of this Agreement, or (iii) reimbursement of the cost thereof by the WTSC in whole or in part, whichever first
occurs.
30.2. Any property of the WTSC furnished to the SUB-RECIPIENT shall, unless otherwise provided herein or approved
by the WTSC, be used only for the performance of this Agreement.
30.3. The SUB-RECIPIENT shall be responsible for any loss or damage to property of the WTSC which results from the
negligence of the SUB-RECIPIENT or which results from the failure on the part of the SUB-RECIPIENT to maintain and
administer that property in accordance with sound management practices.
30.4. If any WTSC property is lost, destroyed, or damaged, the SUB-RECIPIENT shall immediately notify the WTSC and
shall take all reasonable steps to protect the property from further damage.
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 11 of 16
30.5. The SUB-RECIPIENT shall surrender to the WTSC all property of the WTSC upon completion, termination, or
cancellation of this Agreement.
30.6. All reference to the SUB-RECIPIENT under this clause shall also include SUB-RECIPIENT's employees, agents, or
sub- contractors.
31.WAIVER
A failure by either party to exercise its rights under this Agreement shall not preclude that party from subsequent exercise of
such rights and shall not constitute a waiver of any other rights under this Agreement.
APPLICABLE CERTIFICATIONS AND ASSURANCES FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY GRANTS (23 CFR PART 1300 APPENDIX
A):
32.BUY AMERICA ACT
The SUB-RECIPIENT will comply with the Buy America requirement (23 U.S.C. 313) when purchasing items using federal
funds. Buy America requires the SUB-RECIPIENT to purchase only steel, iron, and manufactured products produced in the
United States, unless the Secretary of Transportation determines that such domestically produced items would be
inconsistent with the public interest, that such materials are not reasonably available and of a satisfactory quality, or that
inclusion of domestic materials will increase the cost of the overall project contract by more than 25 percent. In order to use
federal funds to purchase foreign produced items, the WTSC must submit a waiver request that provides an adequate basis
and justification, and which is approved by the Secretary of Transportation.
33.DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION
Instructions for Lower Tier Certification
33.1. By signing this Agreement, the SUB-RECIPIENT (hereinafter in this section referred to as the “lower tier
participant”) is providing the certification set out below and agrees to comply with the requirements of 2 CFR part 180
and 23 CFR part 1200.
33.2. The certification in this section is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction
was entered into. If it is later determined that the lower tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in
addition to other remedies available to the federal government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated
may pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.
33.3. The lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the WTSC if at any time the lower tier participant
learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.
33.4. The terms covered transaction, civil judgement, debarment, suspension, ineligible, participant, person, principal, and
voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, are defined in 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.
33.5. The lower tier participant agrees by signing this Agreement that it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier
covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred,
suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized
by WTSC.
33.6. The lower tier participant further agrees by signing this Agreement that it will include the clause titled “Instructions for
Lower Tier Certification” including the “Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion
-Lower Tier Covered Transaction,” without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 12 of 16
lower tier covered transactions, and will require lower tier participants to comply with 2 CFR part 180 and 23 CFR part 1200.
33.7. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered
transaction that it is not proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or
voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant is
responsible for ensuring that its principals are not suspended, debarred, or otherwise ineligible to participate in covered
transactions. To verify the eligibility of its principals, as well as the eligibility of any prospective lower tier participants, each
participant may, but is not required to, check the System for Award Management Exclusions website (https://www.sam.gov/).
33.8. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to
render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required
to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.
33.9. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 33.5. of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction
knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9,
subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other
remedies available to the Federal government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue
available remedies, including suspension or debarment.
Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion - Lower Tier Covered Transactions
33.10. The lower tier participant certifies, by signing this Agreement, that neither it nor its principals are presently debarred,
suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any
federal department or agency.
33.11. Where the lower tier participant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such participant shall
attach an explanation to this Agreement.
34.THE DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT OF 1988 (41 U.S.C. 8103)
34.1. The SUB-RECIPIENT shall:
34.1.1. Publish a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of
a controlled substance is prohibited in the SUB-RECIPIENT’s workplace, and shall specify the actions that will be taken
against employees for violation of such prohibition.
34.1.2. Establish a drug-free awareness program to inform employees about the dangers of drug abuse in the workplace; the
SUB- RECIPIENT’s policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace; any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee
assistance programs; and the penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug violations occurring in the workplace.
34.1.3. Make it a requirement that each employee engaged in the performance of the grant be given a copy of the
statement required by paragraph 34.1.1. of this section.
34.1.4. Notify the employee in the statement required by paragraph 34.1.1. of this section that, as a condition of employment
under the grant, the employee will abide by the terms of the statement, notify the employer of any criminal drug statute
conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace no later than five days after such conviction, and notify the WTSC within
10 days after receiving notice from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction.
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 13 of 16
34.1.5. Take one of the following actions within 30 days of receiving notice under paragraph 34.1.3. of this section, with
respect to any employee who is so convicted: take appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and
including termination, and/or require such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation
program approved for such purposes by a federal, state, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency.
34.1.6. Make a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace through implementation of all of the
paragraphs above.
35.FEDERAL FUNDING ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY ACT (FFATA)
In accordance with FFATA, the SUB-RECIPIENT shall, upon request, provide WTSC the names and total compensation of
the five most highly compensated officers of the entity, if the entity in the preceding fiscal year received 80 percent or more of
its annual gross revenues in federal awards, received $25,000,000 or more in annual gross revenues from federal awards,
and if the public does not have access to information about the compensation of the senior executives of the entity through
periodic reports filed under section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or section 6104 of the Internal
Revenue Code of 1986.
36.FEDERAL LOBBYING
36.1. The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
36.1.1. No federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for
influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or
employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any federal contract,
the making of any federal grant, the making of any federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the
extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative
agreement.
36.1.2. If any funds other than federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or
attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or
an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the
undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying, in accordance with its
instructions.
36.1.3. The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all sub-
awards at all tiers (including sub-contracts, sub-grants, and contracts under grant, loans, and cooperative agreements), and
that all sub- recipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
36.2. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made
or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by
Section 1352, Title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of
not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
37.NONDISCRIMINATION (Title VI, 42 U.S.C. § 2000d et seq.)
37.1. During the performance of this Agreement, the SUB-RECIPIENT agrees:
37.1.1. To comply with all federal statutes and implementing regulations relating to nondiscrimination (“Federal
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 14 of 16
Nondiscrimination Authorities”). These include but are not limited to:
37.1.1.1. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq., 78 stat. 252
37.1.1.2. 49 CFR part 21
37.1.1.3. 28 CFR section 50.3
37.1.1.4. The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970
37.1.1.5. Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1973, (23 U.S.C. 324 et seq.)
37.1.1.6. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. 794 et seq.)
37.1.1.7. The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, (42 U.S.C. 6101 et seq.)
37.1.1.8. The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987
37.1.1.9. Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12131-12189)
37.1.1.10. Executive Order 12898, Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income
Populations
37.1.1.11. Executive Order 13166, Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency
37.1.1.12. Executive Order 13985, Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities through the Federal
Government
37.1.1.13. Executive Order 13988, Preventing and Combating Discrimination on the Basis of Gender Identity or Sexual
Orientation
37.1.2. Not to participate directly or indirectly in the discrimination prohibited by any federal non-discrimination law or
regulation, as set forth in Appendix B of 49 CFR Part 21 and herein.
37.1.3. To keep and permit access to its books, records, accounts, other sources of information, and its facilities as
required by the WTSC, USDOT, or NHTSA in a timely, complete, and accurate way. Additionally, the SUB-RECIPIENT
must comply with all other reporting, data collection, and evaluation requirements, as prescribed by law or detailed in
program guidance
37.1.4. That, in the event a contractor/funding recipient fails to comply with any nondiscrimination provisions in this
contract/funding Agreement, the WTSC will have the right to impose such contract/agreement sanctions as it or NHTSA
determine are appropriate, including but not limited to withholding payments to the contractor/funding recipient under the
contract/agreement until the contractor/funding recipient complies, and/or cancelling, terminating, or suspending a contract or
funding agreement, in whole or in part.
37.1.5. In accordance with the Acts, the Regulations, and other pertinent directives, circulars, policy, memoranda, and/or
guidance, the SUB-RECIPIENT hereby gives assurance that it will promptly take any measures necessary to ensure that: “No
person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied
the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity, for which the Recipient receives
Federal financial assistance from DOT, including NHTSA”.
37.1.6. To insert this clause, including all paragraphs, in every sub-contract and sub-agreement and in every solicitation for a
sub- contract or sub-agreement that receives federal funds under this program.
38.POLITICAL ACTIVITY (HATCH ACT)
The SUB-RECIPIENT will comply with provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. 1501-1508), which limit the political activities of
employees whose principal employment activities are funded in whole or in part with federal funds.
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 15 of 16
39.PROHIBITION ON USING GRANT FUNDS TO CHECK FOR HELMET USAGE
The SUB-RECIPIENT will not use 23 U.S.C. Chapter 4 grant funds for programs to check helmet usage or to create
checkpoints that specifically target motorcyclists. This Agreement does not include any aspects or elements of helmet usage
or checkpoints, and so fully complies with this requirement.
40.STATE LOBBYING
None of the funds under this Agreement will be used for any activity specifically designed to urge or influence a state or local
legislator to favor or oppose the adoption of any specific legislative proposal pending before any state or local legislative body.
Such activities include both direct and indirect (e.g., “grassroots”) lobbying activities, with one exception. This does not
preclude a state official whose salary is supported with NHTSA funds from engaging in direct communications with state or
local legislative officials, in accordance with customary state practice, even if such communications urge legislative officials
to favor or oppose the adoption of a specific pending legislative proposal.
41.CERTIFICATION ON CONFLICT OF INTEREST
41.1. No employee, officer or agent of the SUB-RECIPIENT who is authorized in an official capacity to negotiate, make, accept
or approve, or to take part in negotiating, making, accepting or approving any subaward, including contracts or subcontracts, in
connection with this grant shall have, directly or indirectly, any financial or personal interest in any such subaward. Such a
financial or personal interest would arise when the employee, officer, or agent, any member of his or her immediate family, his or
her partner, or an organization which employs or is about to employ any of the parties indicated herein, has a financial or
personal interest in or a tangible personal benefit from an entity considered for a subaward.
41.2. Based on this policy:
41.2.1. The SUB-RECIPIENT shall maintain a written code or standards of conduct that provide for disciplinary actions to be
applied for violations of such standards by officers, employees, or agents. The code or standards shall provide that the SUB-
RECIPIENT’s officers, employees, or agents may neither solicit nor accept gratuities, favors, or anything of monetary value from
present or potential sub-awardees, including contractors or parties to subcontracts and establish penalties, sanctions or other
disciplinary actions for violations, as permitted by State or local law or regulation.
41.2.2. The SUB-RECIPIENT shall maintain responsibility to enforce the requirements of the written code or standards of
conduct.
41.3. No SUB-RECIPIENT, including its officers, employees or agents, shall perform or continue to perform under a grant or
cooperative agreement, whose objectivity may be impaired because of any related past, present, or currently planned interest,
financial or otherwise, in organizations regulated by NHTSA or in organizations whose interests may be substantially affected by
NHTSA activities.
41.3.1. The SUB-RECIPIENT shall disclose any conflict of interest identified as soon as reasonably possible, making an
immediate and full disclosure in writing to WTSC. The disclosure shall include a description of the action which the recipient has
taken or proposes to take to avoid or mitigate such conflict.
42.DESIGNATED CONTACTS
The following named individuals will serve as designated contacts for each of the parties for all communications, notices, and
reimbursements regarding this Agreement:
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
page 16 of 16
AUTHORITY TO SIGN
The undersigned acknowledge that they are authorized to execute this Agreement and bind their respective agencies or
entities to the obligations set forth herein.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement.
SUB-RECIPIENT:
Signature
Printed Name
Title
Date
WASHINGTON TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
Signature
Printed Name
Title
Date
The Contact for the SUB-
RECIPIENT is:
The Target Zero Manager for
Region ___ is: The Contact for WTSC is:
Jerry Noviello
WTSC Program Manager
jnoviello@wtsc.wa.gov
360-725-9897
AGENDA ITEM #7. g)
AB - 3688
City Council Regular Meeting - 21 Oct 2024
SUBJECT/TITLE: Interlocal Agreement - RPD providing special event extra-duty
services to City of Bellevue
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Refer to Public Safety Committee
DEPARTMENT: Police Department
STAFF CONTACT: Ryan Rutledge, Deputy Chief - Police
EXT.: 7512
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
The City of Renton will be billing Kemper Development Company (KDC) for re-imbursement for extra-duty
services. KDC has agreed to pay officers 2.25 OT rate at a 3-hour minimum. RPD extra-duty assignments will
be in accordance with department policy.
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
The special event (Snowflake Lane) is a Holiday event that is put on by the Kemper Development Company
(KDC) where Bellevue Way is shut down between NE 8 and NE 4 in the City of Bellevue including characters,
floats, lights, and music. This community engagement event starts the day after Thanksgiving and runs until
Christmas Eve. The event hours are 1800-1945ish (3-hour minimum for officers working the extra-duty). Our
role in this event is to provide security/crowd control and traffic control. Over the last couple of years,
Bellevue Police have seen the crowd sizes grow so this year there are a few changes to be aware of.
1.KDC will allow attendees to occupy the curb lane on the east side of Bellevue Way Ne in front of the
North/South Lincoln Square properties. They will use cones and a chain line to make sure people don’t go
further into the middle of Bellevue Way Ne. This will add an additional 16 feet of space to spread the crowds
out. Due to this change, KDC will need time to put out the cones and chain so we will brief nightly at 1800
hours sharp. At 1815 hours we will start flushing out the roadway and shutting down Bellevue Way Ne.
2.Due to the crowd sizes over the last couple of years, we are now going to staff this event on Friday,
Saturday, and Sunday with 10 additional officers.
-Our staffing plan is we will need 11 officers for security/traffic control from Monday to Thursday.
-On Friday, Saturday, and Sunday we will need 21 officers for security/traffic control. (These numbers do not
count SWAT, EOD, or IC)
- Bellevue PD is the lead agency, RPD would be supporting their operations planning during the special
event.
- The City of Renton will be billing KDC for re-imbursement for extra-duty services, KDC has agreed to pay
officers 2.25 OT rate at a 3-hour minimum.
- RPD extra-duty assignments will be in accordance with department policy.
EXHIBITS:
A. Mutual Aid Agreement with City of Bellevue
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
B. Resolution Approving Agreement
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt proposed resolution approvimg the ILA for RPD officers to assist and schedule extra-duty for the
Snowflake Lane special event within the City of Bellevue.
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
INTERLOCAL COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
between
THE CITY OF BELLEVUE
and
CITY OF RENTON
This Interlocal Cooperative Agreement (“Agreement”) is hereby entered into by and between the
City of Bellevue (“City”) and the City of Renton to provide law enforcement mutual aid by the
City of Renton Police Department (“RPD”), together the “Parties.” The authority of the
cooperating agencies entering into this Agreement is that authority provided by Washington law
including, and subject to, the general powers of the parties, the Washington Interlocal
Cooperation Act as codified in RCW Chapter 39.34, and the Washington Mutual Aid Peace
Officers Powers Act, RCW Chapter 10.93.
WHEREAS, Snowflake Lane (“Special Event”) is held within Bellevue, WA city limits on
specified dates during the months of November and December; and
WHEREAS, the Special Event’s permit conditions requires a dedicated law enforcement
presence, and the primary law enforcement agency with jurisdiction is the Bellevue Police
Department (“BPD”); and
WHEREAS, a condition of the City of Bellevue Special Event Permit requires the Special Event
sponsor to pay the cost for all police officers assigned to the Special Event; and
WHEREAS, the BPD has requested additional law enforcement resources from RPD to assist in
providing a sufficient law enforcement presence in the City of Bellevue during the duration of
the Special Event; and
WHEREAS, RPD has agreed to provide law enforcement resources to the BPD and officer
presence during the Special Event times, and is qualified to do so;
NOW THEREFORE, the City and City of Renton agree to the following:
1. RESPONSIBILITIES OF BPD:
a. The BPD will be responsible for providing RPD the specific dates, times, number
of hours, number of commissioned officers requested to provide mutual aid
during the Special Event (cumulatively referred to as “Event Opportunities”).
b. The BPD will report to RPD any absence or tardiness of a committed RPD officer
who fails to report to the Special Event.
c. The BPD will designate an Incident Commander for the Special Event.
2. RESPONSIBILITIES OF RPD:
a. The RPD will advertise to their certified and commissioned police officers who
are in good standing with RPD, the mutual aid Event Opportunities.
b. If RPD officers volunteer to fill the Event Opportunities, RPD will e-mail the
BPD Special Event Captain the availability to fill the requested mutual aid
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
request. RPD will provide in the e-mail, the Special Event dates and number of
police officers that are available. BPD will respond to the e-mail to confirm the
commitment of the number of RPD officers needed. Once confirmed, RPD
commits to fulfilling the mutual aid request for the confirmed number of
officer(s).
c. Once committed for the specified date, RPD will make all attempts to provide the
committed number of officers for that date. BPD understands that unusual law
enforcement occurrences or demands could arise which prevent RPD from
staffing as needed to fulfill the request. In this circumstance, BPD and RPD will
work together as soon as possible to find a solution agreeable to both.
a. RPD Officers assigned to support BPD in this agreement shall provide law
enforcement services for the Special Event. Such services shall include but are not
limited to addressing issues of safety and security. Officers are expected to serve
as a visual deterrent. These services are provided in RPD uniform.
b. RPD is responsible for time-keeping and tracking the hours worked by its officers
at the Special Event.
3. COMMAND STRUCTURE: All law enforcement personnel assigned to the Special
Event will be integrated into an overall Unified Command system commanded by BPD.
BPD shall take charge of the Special Event operations utilizing the Incident Command
System unless the City specifically requests that a different agency or unit fulfill this
responsibility, or unless the scope of the situation becomes multi-jurisdictional, in which
case the provisions of the Statewide Mutual Aid plan become operative. Taking charge
of an operation shall include directing the assignment of all personnel and equipment.
The assigning of duties to officers of RPD shall be made by the supervising officer of the
BPD unless that responsibility is delegated to a different agency. RPD officers assigned
to specific tasks and/or posts and will perform their work under the direction of a BPD
supervisor. BPD incident commander is in charge and responsible for overall
coordination with RPD supervisors and/or officers in support of the Special Event.
4. COMPENSATION: Work performed under this Agreement will be billed directly to the
Special Event sponsor/special event permit holder, Kemper Development Company
(“KDC”). KDC is responsible for payment of overtime police services for the Special
Event as a condition of its City of Bellevue Special Events Permit. RPD is responsible
for billing KDC for the hours worked by its officers at the rate specified in the City of
Bellevue Special Event Permit for Snowflake Lane. The City of Bellevue is not
responsible for the billing or payment for work performed by RPD under this Agreement.
5. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: The parties acknowledge and agree that in the
performance of this Agreement, they are acting as independent contractors and not as
agents of each other. The RPD is acting hereunder as an independent contractor so that
control of personnel, standard of performance, discipline and all other aspects of
performance shall be governed by RPD.
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
6. INDEMNIFICATION:
a. Each jurisdiction which is a party to this Agreement hereby agrees to accept
liability for any act, error or omission of its own employees of whatever kind and
nature and from whatever cause arising out of or connected with the performance
of this Agreement. Each party agrees to indemnify and hold the other
jurisdictions and their employees harmless from any such liability, claim, or cause
of action, including amounts arising out of the performance, by that jurisdiction’s
employees of this Agreement, except for that portion of the injuries and damages
caused by the sole negligence of RPD or its officers or employees. All liability
for salaries, wages and other compensation of law enforcement officers shall be
that of their respective employers.
b. Each of the Parties agrees that its obligations under Section 6 extend to any claim,
demand, cause of action and judgement brought by, or on behalf of, any of its
employees or agents. For this purpose, each of the Parties, by mutual negation,
hereby waives, with respect to the other Party only, any immunity that would
otherwise be available against such claims under the industrial insurance
provisions of Title 51 RCW. In the event that any of the Parties incurs any
judgement, award, and/or cost arising therefrom, including attorney fees,
expenses, and costs shall be recoverable from the responsible Party to the extent
of that Party’s negligence.
7. INSURANCE: Each party shall maintain insurance that is sufficient to protect itself
against all applicable risks associated with this Agreement.
8. POLICE POWERS: In accordance with the authority under RCW 10.93.070(1), the City
hereby consents to the full exercise of peace powers, within the City of Bellevue,
Washington, by any and all properly certified or exempted police officers of the City of
Renton for the term of the Event Opportunities.
9. DURATION: This Agreement is effective upon signature by all parties and shall extend
through January 1, 2025. This Agreement shall automatically extend for consecutive
one-year periods starting on January 1 of each year until termination as provided herein.
10. TERMINATION: Either party may terminate this Agreement upon 30 days prior written
notification to the other Party.
11. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: The Parties agree that the Agreement is the complete
expression of the terms hereto and any oral representations or understanding not
incorporated herein are excluded.
12. MODIFICATIONS: Agreement modifications may be made only with the written
approval of all Parties.
13. NO THIRD-PARTY BENEFICIARIES: There are no third-party beneficiaries to this
Agreement, and this Agreement shall not impart any rights enforceable by any person or
entity that is not a party hereto.
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
14. SEVERABILITY: If any part, paragraph, section, or provision of this agreement is held
to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction in the State of Washington, such
adjudication shall not affect the validity of any remaining section, part, or provision of
this agreement
In witness thereof, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement by their duly authorized officials:
CITY OF RENTON CITY OF BELLEVUE
By: ___________________________ By: ___________________________
Armondo Pavone, Mayor Diane Carlson, City Manager
Date: _________________________ Date: _________________________
Approved as to Form:
_________________________________
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
INTERLOCAL COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
between
THE CITY OF BELLEVUE
and
CITY OF RENTON
This Interlocal Cooperative Agreement (“Agreement”) is hereby entered into by and between the
City of Bellevue (“City”) and the City of Renton to provide law enforcement mutual aid by the
City of Renton Police Department (“RPD”), together the “Parties.” The authority of the
cooperating agencies entering into this Agreement is that authority provided by Washington law
including, and subject to, the general powers of the parties, the Washington Interlocal
Cooperation Act as codified in RCW Chapter 39.34, and the Washington Mutual Aid Peace
Officers Powers Act, RCW Chapter 10.93.
WHEREAS, Snowflake Lane (“Special Event”) is held within Bellevue, WA city limits on
specified dates during the months of November and December; and
WHEREAS, the Special Event’s permit conditions requires a dedicated law enforcement
presence, and the primary law enforcement agency with jurisdiction is the Bellevue Police
Department (“BPD”); and
WHEREAS, a condition of the City of Bellevue Special Event Permit requires the Special Event
sponsor to pay the cost for all police officers assigned to the Special Event; and
WHEREAS, the BPD has requested additional law enforcement resources from RPD to assist in
providing a sufficient law enforcement presence in the City of Bellevue during the duration of
the Special Event; and
WHEREAS, RPD has agreed to provide law enforcement resources to the BPD and officer
presence during the Special Event times, and is qualified to do so;
NOW THEREFORE, the City and City of Renton agree to the following:
1. RESPONSIBILITIES OF BPD:
a. The BPD will be responsible for providing RPD the specific dates, times, number
of hours, number of commissioned officers requested to provide mutual aid
during the Special Event (cumulatively referred to as “Event Opportunities”).
b. The BPD will report to RPD any absence or tardiness of a committed RPD officer
who fails to report to the Special Event.
c. The BPD will designate an Incident Commander for the Special Event.
2. RESPONSIBILITIES OF RPD:
a. The RPD will advertise to their certified and commissioned police officers who
are in good standing with RPD, the mutual aid Event Opportunities.
b. If RPD officers volunteer to fill the Event Opportunities, RPD will e-mail the
BPD Special Event Captain the availability to fill the requested mutual aid
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
request. RPD will provide in the e-mail, the Special Event dates and number of
police officers that are available. BPD will respond to the e-mail to confirm the
commitment of the number of RPD officers needed. Once confirmed, RPD
commits to fulfilling the mutual aid request for the confirmed number of
officer(s).
c. Once committed for the specified date, RPD will make all attempts to provide the
committed number of officers for that date. BPD understands that unusual law
enforcement occurrences or demands could arise which prevent RPD from
staffing as needed to fulfill the request. In this circumstance, BPD and RPD will
work together as soon as possible to find a solution agreeable to both.
a. RPD Officers assigned to support BPD in this agreement shall provide law
enforcement services for the Special Event. Such services shall include but are not
limited to addressing issues of safety and security. Officers are expected to serve
as a visual deterrent. These services are provided in RPD uniform.
b. RPD is responsible for time-keeping and tracking the hours worked by its officers
at the Special Event.
3. COMMAND STRUCTURE: All law enforcement personnel assigned to the Special
Event will be integrated into an overall Unified Command system commanded by BPD.
BPD shall take charge of the Special Event operations utilizing the Incident Command
System unless the City specifically requests that a different agency or unit fulfill this
responsibility, or unless the scope of the situation becomes multi-jurisdictional, in which
case the provisions of the Statewide Mutual Aid plan become operative. Taking charge
of an operation shall include directing the assignment of all personnel and equipment.
The assigning of duties to officers of RPD shall be made by the supervising officer of the
BPD unless that responsibility is delegated to a different agency. RPD officers assigned
to specific tasks and/or posts and will perform their work under the direction of a BPD
supervisor. BPD incident commander is in charge and responsible for overall
coordination with RPD supervisors and/or officers in support of the Special Event.
4. COMPENSATION: Work performed under this Agreement will be billed directly to the
Special Event sponsor/special event permit holder, Kemper Development Company
(“KDC”). KDC is responsible for payment of overtime police services for the Special
Event as a condition of its City of Bellevue Special Events Permit. RPD is responsible
for billing KDC for the hours worked by its officers at the rate specified in the City of
Bellevue Special Event Permit for Snowflake Lane. The City of Bellevue is not
responsible for the billing or payment for work performed by RPD under this Agreement.
5. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: The parties acknowledge and agree that in the
performance of this Agreement, they are acting as independent contractors and not as
agents of each other. The RPD is acting hereunder as an independent contractor so that
control of personnel, standard of performance, discipline and all other aspects of
performance shall be governed by RPD.
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
6. INDEMNIFICATION:
a. Each jurisdiction which is a party to this Agreement hereby agrees to accept
liability for any act, error or omission of its own employees of whatever kind and
nature and from whatever cause arising out of or connected with the performance
of this Agreement. Each party agrees to indemnify and hold the other
jurisdictions and their employees harmless from any such liability, claim, or cause
of action, including amounts arising out of the performance, by that jurisdiction’s
employees of this Agreement, except for that portion of the injuries and damages
caused by the sole negligence of RPD or its officers or employees. All liability
for salaries, wages and other compensation of law enforcement officers shall be
that of their respective employers.
b. Each of the Parties agrees that its obligations under Section 6 extend to any claim,
demand, cause of action and judgement brought by, or on behalf of, any of its
employees or agents. For this purpose, each of the Parties, by mutual negation,
hereby waives, with respect to the other Party only, any immunity that would
otherwise be available against such claims under the industrial insurance
provisions of Title 51 RCW. In the event that any of the Parties incurs any
judgement, award, and/or cost arising therefrom, including attorney fees,
expenses, and costs shall be recoverable from the responsible Party to the extent
of that Party’s negligence.
7. INSURANCE: Each party shall maintain insurance that is sufficient to protect itself
against all applicable risks associated with this Agreement.
8. POLICE POWERS: In accordance with the authority under RCW 10.93.070(1), the City
hereby consents to the full exercise of peace powers, within the City of Bellevue,
Washington, by any and all properly certified or exempted police officers of the City of
Renton for the term of the Event Opportunities.
9. DURATION: This Agreement is effective upon signature by all parties and shall extend
through January 1, 2025. This Agreement shall automatically extend for consecutive
one-year periods starting on January 1 of each year until termination as provided herein.
10. TERMINATION: Either party may terminate this Agreement upon 30 days prior written
notification to the other Party.
11. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: The Parties agree that the Agreement is the complete
expression of the terms hereto and any oral representations or understanding not
incorporated herein are excluded.
12. MODIFICATIONS: Agreement modifications may be made only with the written
approval of all Parties.
13. NO THIRD-PARTY BENEFICIARIES: There are no third-party beneficiaries to this
Agreement, and this Agreement shall not impart any rights enforceable by any person or
entity that is not a party hereto.
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
14. SEVERABILITY: If any part, paragraph, section, or provision of this agreement is held
to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction in the State of Washington, such
adjudication shall not affect the validity of any remaining section, part, or provision of
this agreement
In witness thereof, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement by their duly authorized officials:
CITY OF RENTON CITY OF BELLEVUE
By: ___________________________ By: ___________________________
Armondo Pavone, Mayor Diane Carlson, City Manager
Date: _________________________ Date: _________________________
Approved as to Form:
_________________________________
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
1
CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. _______
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH
CITY OF BELLEVUE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING EXTRA-DUTY LAW
ENFORCEMENT SERVICES REGARDING SPECIAL EVENT (SNOWFLAKE LANE)
ENTITLED INTERLOCAL COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
BELLEVUE AND CITY OF RENTON.
WHEREAS, the City of Renton and City of Bellevue are authorized, pursuant to RCW
Chapter 39.34, the Interlocal Cooperation Act, to enter into an interlocal government cooperative
agreement; and
WHEREAS, Snowflake Lane (“Special Event”) is held within Bellevue, WA city limits on
specified dates during the months of November and December; and
WHEREAS, the Special Event’s permit conditions require a dedicated law enforcement
presence, and the primary law enforcement agency with jurisdiction is the Bellevue Police
Department (“BPD”); and
WHEREAS, the BPD has requested additional law enforcement resources from Renton
Police Department (“RPD”) to assist in providing a sufficient law enforcement presence in the
City of Bellevue during the duration of the Special Event; and
WHEREAS, RPD officers are qualified to provide law enforcement resources to the BPD;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. The Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to enter into an interlocal
agreement with City of Bellevue regarding extra-duty law enforcement services entitled
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
RESOLUTION NO. _______
2
Interlocal Cooperative Agreement between The City of Bellevue and City of Renton, attached
hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated by this reference.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL the day of , 2024.
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this day of , 2024.
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
RES- PD:24RES025:10/15/2024
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
RESOLUTION NO. _______
3
EXHIBIT “A”
Interlocal Cooperative Agreement
between
The City of Bellevue
and
City of Renton
AGENDA ITEM #7. h)
AB - 3693
City Council Regular Meeting - 21 Oct 2024
SUBJECT/TITLE: 2025-2026 Solid Waste Utility Rates
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Refer to Utilities Committee
DEPARTMENT: Public Works Administration
STAFF CONTACT: Meara Heubach, Solid Wate Program Manager
EXT.: 7389
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
The projected revenue increases are included in the preliminary 2025-2026 budget.
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
The solid waste utility hired a consultant to complete rate modeling for the 2025 and 2026 biennium budget.
The recommended total revenue increase is 4.7% for 2025 and 4.7% for 2026. The recommended revenue
increase per customer sector is shown below:
Customer Sector 2025 2026
Single Family Residential 6.0% 6.0%
Commercial and Multifamily 3.9% 3.9%
Commercial Roll Off 2.3% 2.3%
TOTAL 4.7% 4.7%
The revenue distribution across customer sectors aligns with the council's policies, adopted in November
2021, to reduce commercial revenue support for single-family residential expenses to $500,000 and retain a
minimum $2.0 million fund reserve by 2026.
The primary drivers for the increased revenue requirement are listed below:
King County's garbage disposal fee increased 9.0% for 2025 and is projected increase 10.0% for 2026.
Disposal costs will account for 23% of expenses in 2025 and 24% in 2026.
Contractor collection cost increases amount for the largest share of expenses (48% in 2025 and 47% in
2026). The solid waste collection contract requires an annual contractor compensation increase equal
to 100% of the consumer price index (CPI-W). The CPI-W will increase the contractor's compensation
by 3.63% in 2025, and the CPI-W is projected to increase contractor compensation by 3.5% in 2026.
City administrative costs increased, due to mainly to an increase from indirect and internal services
costs. Administrative costs will account for 5% of expenses in 2025 and 2026.
EXHIBITS:
A. Ordinance
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the 2025 and 2026 Solid Waste Utility revenue requirements and the associated ordinance allowing
the city to charge the 2025 rates beginning January 1, 2025, and the 2026 rates beginning January 1, 2026.
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
1
CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. ________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING SECTION
8-1-10 OF THE RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING THE 2025 AND 2026
SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICE RATES FOR ALL CUSTOMER CLASSES,
AUTHORIZING CORRECTIONS, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. All portions of the Renton Municipal Code in this ordinance that are not
shown in strikethrough and underline edits or are not explicitly repealed herein remain in effect
and unchanged.
SECTION II. Section 8-1-10 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as follows:
The following schedule is hereby adopted as the monthly charges to be paid
to the City for services rendered in each category:
A. Residential Customers:
1. For garbage cans, carts, and/or garbage units:
Single-family Every Other Week Garbage &
Recycling, Weekly Yard Waste & Food Scraps
Cart Service Level
2023 2025
Renton SWU
Monthly Rates
2024 2026
Renton SWU
Monthly Rates
20 Gallon Contractor Cart $16.07 18.36 $19.46 17.32
35 Gallon Contractor Cart $26.43 30.19 $32.00 28.48
45 Gallon Contractor Cart $33.32 38.05 $40.34 35.90
64 Gallon Contractor Cart $46.37 52.96 $56.13 49.96
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
2
Single-family Every Other Week Garbage &
Recycling, Weekly Yard Waste & Food Scraps
Cart Service Level
2023 2025
Renton SWU
Monthly Rates
2024 2026
Renton SWU
Monthly Rates
96 Gallon Contractor Cart $68.46 78.20 $82.89 73.77
Each Additional 35 Gallon Cart $26.43 30.19 $32.00 28.48
Senior or disabled 20 Gallon Cart Rate (75%
subsidy)/for Existing customers with a 20
Gallon Cart prior to May 31, 2008
$4.02 4.59 $4.87 4.33
Senior or disabled 20 Gallon Cart Rate (50%
subsidy)
$8.03 9.17 $9.72 8.65
Senior or disabled 35 Gallon Cart Rate (50%
subsidy)
$13.22 15.10 $16.01 14.25
Senior or disabled 45 Gallon Cart Rate (50%
subsidy)
$16.65 19.02 $20.16 17.94
Senior or disabled 64 Gallon Cart Rate (50%
subsidy)
$23.21 26.50 $28.09 25.00
Senior or disabled 96 Gallon Cart Rate (50%
subsidy)
$34.46 39.36 $41.72 37.13
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
3
Single-family Every Other Week Garbage &
Recycling, Weekly Yard Waste & Food Scraps
Cart Service Level
2023 2025
Renton SWU
Monthly Rates
2024 2026
Renton SWU
Monthly Rates
Extra Garbage, up to 15 gallons per unit/per
pickup
$4.92 5.62 $5.95 5.30
Extra 96 Gallon Food and Yard Waste Cart
Rental
$2.73 3.12 $3.30 2.94
Residential Return Trip Charge per pickup $7.08 8.09 $8.57 7.63
Cart Cleaning (per cart, per cleaning) $13.64 15.57 $16.51 14.69
Drive-in Charge (per month) $7.46 8.52 $8.04 9.03
Overweight/Oversize Container (per pickup) $3.94 4.50 $4.78 4.25
Re-delivery (one or more containers) $13.64 15.57 $16.51 14.69
Sunken Can Surcharge $9.37 10.70 $11.34 10.09
2. Residential customers are allowed to change their garbage service
level once per year without incurring an administrative fee. Each garbage service
level change per year above the once per year allowance will result in an
administrative fee of thirty-five dollars ($35.00). The one (1) year period shall
begin January 1 and shall end December 31 each year.
3. Senior and/or disabled customers who qualified under Subsection 8-
4-31.C of this Title for low-income rates for seventy-five percent (75%) subsidy
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
4
prior to May 31, 2008, are eligible for a four dollars dollar and two cents fifty-nine
cent ($4.02 4.59) fee for 2023 2025 and a four dollars dollar and thirty-three cents
eighty-seven cent ($4.33 4.87) fee for 2024 2026 for 20 Gallon Cart service. For
services other than 20 Gallon Cart service, the rate schedule at the fifty percent
(50%) subsidy as provided in Subsection 8-1-10.A.1 will apply. All senior and/or
disabled customers qualifying under Subsection 8-4-31.C for low-income rates
after May 31, 2008, are eligible for a fifty percent (50%) subsidy of the charges for
the service level selected.
4. Premium Weekly Collection: Single-family residential customers may
elect to have their garbage collected weekly for an additional fee of twenty-six
thirty dollars and ninety-eight eighty-one cents ($26.98 30.81) per month for 2023
2025, and twenty-nine thirty-two dollars and seven sixty-six cents ($29.07 32.66)
for 2024 2026. This fee will be added to the monthly garbage billing as an extra
Premium Service Fee.
5. Miscellaneous Services: The City of Renton offers miscellaneous
services at the following rates:
Services Cost per Pick Up
On-Call Bulky Waste Collection 2023 2025 Rates 2024 2026 Rates
White Goods, except
Refrigerators/Freezers per unit
$86.39 98.66 $93.08 104.58
Refrigerators/Freezers per unit $92.44 105.58 $99.60 111.91
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
5
Services Cost per Pick Up
On-Call Bulky Waste Collection 2023 2025 Rates 2024 2026 Rates
Sofas/Chairs per unit $80.34 91.75 $86.56 97.26
Mattresses per unit $77.30 88.29 $83.29 93.58
B. Commercial Customers:
1. Multi-family Carts: Customers have the following cart-based services
available:
Multi-family (“MF”) Cart Service
Level
2023 2025
SWU Monthly
Rates
2024 2026
SWU Monthly
Rates
Weekly
Can and
Cart
MF One 20 Gallon Cart $26.48 29.40 $30.56 28.28
MF One 35 Gallon Garbage Cart $34.43 38.22 $39.73 36.77
MF One 45 Gallon Garbage Cart $42.72 47.43 $49.30 45.63
MF One 64 Gallon Contractor Cart $50.97 56.59 $58.82 54.44
MF One 96 Gallon Contractor Cart $67.52 74.96 $77.92 72.11
Extra MF Cart or Units -32 Gallon
Equivalent
$7.18 7.97 $8.29 7.67
MF Weekly 64 Gallon Food and Yard
Waste (incl. Cart)
$49.79 55.28 $57.46 53.18
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
6
2. Commercial Carts: Customers have the following contractor cart-
based services available:
Commercial Cart Service Level
2023 2025
SWU Monthly
Rates
2024 2026
SWU Monthly
Rates
Weekly
Commercial
Can and Cart
One 20 Gallon Cart $41.81 46.41 $48.25 44.65
One 35 Gallon Garbage Cart $51.62 46.50 $53.66 49.66
One 45 Gallon Garbage Cart $58.85 53.00 $61.17 56.61
One 64 Gallon Garbage Cart $59.74 66.33 $68.95 63.81
One 96 Gallon Garbage Cart $73.40 81.49 $84.70 78.39
Extra Units – 32 Gallon
Equivalent
$7.47 8.28 $8.61 7.97
Weekly 35-Gallon Food and Yard
Waste Cart
$48.15 $51.04
Weekly 64 Gallon Food and Yard
Waste Cart
$49.79 55.28 $57.46 53.18
Customer Event Service $41.48 46.05 $47.87 44.30
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
7
Commercial Cart Service Level
2023 2025
SWU Monthly
Rates
2024 2026
SWU Monthly
Rates
(3 Carts: Garbage, Recycle, Food
and Yard Waste/Day)
3. Commercial Detachable Containers One (1) to Eight (8) Yards: The rate
for the handling of detachable containers approved by the City’s contractor and
the City for use by commercial, industrial and multi-family residence
establishments shall be as follows:
a. Monthly Rates:
Commercial Service
Level
2023 2025
SWU Monthly
Rates
2024 2026
SWU Monthly Rates
Commercial
Detachable
Container
(Loose)
1 Cubic Yard, 1
pickup/week
$125.50 139.33 $144.83 134.04
1 Cubic Yard, 2
pickups/week
$235.67 261.64 $271.97 251.70
1 Cubic Yard, 3
pickups/week
$345.89 384.02 $399.18 369.43
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
8
Commercial Service
Level
2023 2025
SWU Monthly
Rates
2024 2026
SWU Monthly Rates
1 Cubic Yard, 4
pickups/week
$456.06 506.33 $526.32 487.10
1 Cubic Yard, 5
pickups/week
$566.26 628.67 $653.49 604.79
1.5 Cubic Yards, 1
pickup/week
$172.03 190.98 $198.52 183.73
1.5 Cubic Yards, 2
pickups/week
$328.76 365.00 $379.40 351.13
1.5 Cubic Yards, 3
pickups/week
$485.48 538.99 $560.27 518.52
1.5 Cubic Yards, 4
pickups/week
$642.22 713.00 $741.15 685.92
1.5 Cubic Yards, 5
pickups/week
$798.93 886.98 $922.00 853.29
2 Cubic Yards, 1
pickup/week
$216.87 240.78 $250.28 231.63
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
9
Commercial Service
Level
2023 2025
SWU Monthly
Rates
2024 2026
SWU Monthly Rates
2 Cubic Yards, 2
pickups/week
$418.44 464.56 $482.90 446.91
2 Cubic Yards, 3
pickups/week
$620.01 688.35 $715.52 662.20
2 Cubic Yards, 4
pickups/week
$821.58 912.13 $948.14 877.48
2 Cubic Yards, 5
pickups/week
$1,023.16 1,135.93 $1,180.78 1,092.78
3 Cubic Yards, 1
pickup/week
$308.57 342.57 $356.10 329.56
3 Cubic Yards, 2
pickups/week
$601.86 668.20 $694.58 642.82
3 Cubic Yards, 3
pickups/week
$895.14 993.80 $1,033.04 1,956.05
3 Cubic Yards, 4
pickups/week
$1,188.42 1,319.41 $1,371.50 1,269.29
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
10
Commercial Service
Level
2023 2025
SWU Monthly
Rates
2024 2026
SWU Monthly Rates
3 Cubic Yards, 5
pickups/week
$1,481.72 1,645.04 $1,709.98 1,582.55
4 Cubic Yards, 1
pickup/week
$444.22 400.12 $461.76 427.35
4 Cubic Yards, 2
pickups/week
$784.97 871.49 $905.89 838.38
4 Cubic Yards, 3
pickups/week
$1,169.79 1,298.72 $1,350.00 1,249.39
4 Cubic Yards, 4
pickups/week
$1,554.50 1,725.84 $1,793.97 1,660.28
4 Cubic Yards, 5
pickups/week
$1,939.47 2,153.24 $2,238.24 2,071.44
6 Cubic Yards, 1
pickup/week
$580.54 644.52 $669.97 620.04
6 Cubic Yards, 2
pickups/week
$1,145.78 1,272.07 $1,322.29 1,223.75
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
11
Commercial Service
Level
2023 2025
SWU Monthly
Rates
2024 2026
SWU Monthly Rates
6 Cubic Yards, 3
pickups/week
$1,711.02 1,899.61 $1,974.60 1,827.45
6 Cubic Yards, 4
pickups/week
$2,276.26 2,527.16 $2,626.93 2,431.16
6 Cubic Yards, 5
pickups/week
$2,841.52 3,154.72 $3,279.26 3,034.88
8 Cubic Yards, 1
pickup/week
$759.88 843.64 $876.94 811.59
8 Cubic Yards, 2
pickups/week
$1,504.47 1,670.29 $1,736.23 1,606.84
8 Cubic Yards, 3
pickups/week
$2,249.02 2,496.92 $2,595.50 2,402.07
8 Cubic Yards, 4
pickups/week
$2,993.62 3,323.57 $3,454.78 3,197.32
8 Cubic Yards, 5
pickups/week
$3,738.20 4,150.22 $4,314.07 3,992.57
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
12
Commercial Service
Level
2023 2025
SWU Monthly
Rates
2024 2026
SWU Monthly Rates
Extra Cubic Yard Loose
in container, per cubic
yard/per pickup
$25.42 28.22 $29.34 27.15
Extra Cubic Yard Loose
on ground, per cubic
yard/per pickup
$39.12 43.43 $45.14 41.78
Commercial
Detachable
Container
(Compacted)
1 Cubic Yard
Compactor
$299.30 332.28 $345.40 319.66
1.5 Cubic Yards
Compactor
$432.51 480.18 $499.14 461.94
2 Cubic Yards
Compactor
$555.85 617.12 $641.49 593.68
3 Cubic Yards
Compactor
$818.64 908.87 $944.75 874.34
4 Cubic Yards
Compactor
$1,081.77 1,201.01 $1,248.43 1,155.39
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
13
Commercial Service
Level
2023 2025
SWU Monthly
Rates
2024 2026
SWU Monthly Rates
6 Cubic Yards
Compactor
$1,607.25 1,784.40 $1,854.85 1,716.62
b. Rental Rates: Rental rates for one (1) to eight (8) yard containers
will be paid in the monthly rates.
c. Minimum Pickups: Minimum pickups for containers and
compactors between one (1) and eight (8) yards will be once per week.
4. Extra Charges:
a. The following extra charges will apply for commercial services,
including Multi-family and Commercial Cart, Detachable and Roll Off Container
services:
Commercial Cart & Detachable Extra
Service Fees 2023 2025 2024 2026
1 Yard Extra Pickup $32.07 35.61 $37.02 34.26
1.5 Yard Extra Pickup $43.96 48.81 $50.74 46.96
2 Yard Extra Pickup $55.44 61.55 $63.98 59.21
3 Yard Extra Pickup $87.56 78.87 $91.01 84.23
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
14
Commercial Cart & Detachable Extra
Service Fees 2023 2025 2024 2026
4 Yard Extra Pickup $102.25 113.52 $118.00 109.21
6 Yard Extra Pickup $148.38 164.73 $171.23 158.47
8 Yard Extra Pickup $194.21 215.62 $224.13 207.43
1 Yard Compactor Extra Pickup $76.50 84.94 $88.29 81.71
1.5 Yard Compactor Extra Pickup $110.55 122.73 $127.58 118.07
2 Yard Compactor Extra Pickup $142.07 157.72 $163.95 151.73
3 Yard Compactor Extra Pickup $209.22 232.28 $241.45 223.46
4 Yard Compactor Extra Pickup $276.47 306.95 $319.07 295.29
6 Yard Compactor Extra Pickup $410.78 456.05 $474.06 438.73
Commercial cart carry out charge if over
50 feet, per 25 ft/cart, container/pickup
$7.72 8.57 $8.90 8.24
Return trip for carts/containers not
available for collection at regularly
scheduled pickup time
$34.32 38.10 $39.60 36.65
Redelivery of Cart $11.49 12.76 $13.27 12.28
Redelivery of Container $22.98 25.51 $26.52 24.54
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
15
Commercial Cart & Detachable Extra
Service Fees 2023 2025 2024 2026
Cleaning (per cart, per yard container
capacity)
$11.49 12.76 $13.27 12.28
Stand-by Time for containers (per minute) $6.83 7.58 $7.88 7.29
Roll Off Extra Service Fees 2023 2025 2024 2026
Return Trip for Drop Box $36.73 39.47 $40.39 38.56
Container Cleaning Drop Box (per yard
capacity)
$13.26 14.25 $14.58 13.92
Drop Box to Other Facility (per one-way
mile)
$3.74 4.01 $4.11 3.92
Solid Lid on Drop Box (monthly rental) $93.47 100.46 $102.81 98.15
Drop Box Turn Around Charge $28.84 30.99 $31.72 30.28
Stand-by Time for Drop Box (per minute) $1.88 2.03 $2.07 1.98
Hourly Rates
Rear/Side-Load Packer + Driver $129.15 138.80 $142.06 135.61
Front Load Packer + Driver $129.15 138.80 $142.06 135.61
Drop Box Truck + Driver $112.28 120.67 $123.50 117.90
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
16
Roll Off Extra Service Fees 2023 2025 2024 2026
Additional Labor (per person) $49.10 52.77 $54.01 51.56
b. Any extra yardage charges determined by the collection contractor
due to overflowing containers will be charged per yard at the one (1) yard rate
listed under subsection 8-1-10.B.3.a.
5. Special Services:
a. Special Event Services: Bundled Garbage, Recycling, and Food and
Yard Waste Cart-based service is available upon request to customers sponsoring
Special Events within the City. The daily fee for Special Event Services is forty-one
forty-six dollars and forty-eight forty-five cents ($41.48 46.05) in 2023 2025 and
forty-four forty-seven dollars and thirty eighty-seven cents ($44.30 47.87) for
2024 2026, per one (1) set of bundled carts.
b. Special Services Unspecified: Whenever special services not
contained within this schedule are required, the rate charged for those special
services shall be negotiated between the City and the collection contractor.
C. Commercial Roll Off Customers: Commercial Roll Off customers are those
who have a ten (10) to forty (40) yard container or compactor. These large disposal
containers are lifted, hauled, and weighed at the disposal facility. Commercial
container customers pay solid waste fees based upon the number of pickups,
corresponding weight-based fees, and a container rental fee. Compactor
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
17
customers pay solid waste fees based upon the number of pickups and
corresponding weight-based disposal fees.
1. Base Pickup Fees: The base pickup fees are as follows on a per
occurrence basis:
Commercial Roll Off Rates are Per Pickup 2023 2025 2024 2026
10 Yards Container, loose $273.08 292.80 $299.67 286.74
15 Yards Container, loose $293.14 315.02 $322.42 307.79
20 Yards Container, loose $301.16 323.65 $331.25 316.22
25 Yards Container, loose $313.82 337.25 $345.17 329.51
30 Yards Container, loose $326.51 350.89 $359.12 342.83
40 Yards Container, loose $349.35 375.43 $384.24 366.81
10-15 Yards Compactor $308.36 331.38 $339.16 323.77
20 Yards Compactor $335.80 360.87 $369.35 352.59
25 Yards Compactor $348.37 374.37 $383.16 365.78
30 Yards Compactor $360.93 387.88 $396.99 378.98
40 Yards Compactor $383.38 412.00 $421.67 402.54
The minimum pickups are twice per month.
2. Rental Rates: The following are rental rates for permanent roll off
containers:
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
18
Monthly Rental Rates 2023 2025 2024 2026
10 Yards Container $56.03 60.21 $61.63 58.83
15 Yards Container $79.99 85.96 $87.98 83.99
20 Yards Container $103.89111.64 $114.26109.08
25 Yards Container $115.87124.52 $127.44121.66
30 Yards Container $127.84137.39 $140.62134.24
40 Yards Container $157.55169.32 $173.29165.43
3. Disposal Fees: In addition to the base collection charge per pickup and
the monthly rental fee, the customer must pay weight-based disposal fees plus
applicable tax.
E. Temporary Services: Temporary Services are Commercial Container and
Roll Off services not to exceed ninety (90) days of service. Customers will be billed
for container delivery, container rental, and container pickup based upon the
number of pickups. For ten (10) to forty (40) yard containers, customers will be
billed separate disposal charges based upon weight-based fees plus all applicable
taxes. Customers will be required to provide an advanced payment in the amount
of four hundred dollars ($400.00) for two (2) yard to eight (8) yard detachable
containers and eight hundred dollars ($800.00) for ten (10) to forty (40) yard Roll
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
19
Off containers. The advanced payment will be held and applied to the final billing
for services provided.
1. Temporary Container Base Pickup Fees:
Commercial Temporary Service Per
Pickup
2023 2025 2024 2026
2 Yard Temporary $70.93 78.75 $81.86 75.76
4 Yard Temporary $127.67 141.73 $147.33 136.35
6 Yard Temporary $181.85 201.89 $209.86 194.22
8 Yard Temporary $211.50 234.81 $244.08 225.89
10 – 40 Yard Temporary $241.73 259.78 $265.88 253.82
2. Temporary Container Rental Fees:
Commercial Temporary Daily Rental 2023 2025 2024 2026
2 – 8 Yard Temporary $7.09 7.87 $8.18 7.57
4 Yard Temporary $7.09 $7.57
6 Yard Temporary $7.09 $7.57
8 Yard Temporary $7.09 $7.57
10 – 40 Yard Temporary $10.78 11.59 $11.86 11.32
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
20
Commercial Temporary Monthly Rental 2023 2025 2024 2026
2 – 8 Yard Temporary $215.65 239.37 $248.80 230.25
4 Yard Temporary $215.65 $230.25
6 Yard Temporary $215.65 $230.25
8 Yard Temporary $215.65 $230.25
10 – 40 Yard Temporary $352.41 327.89 $360.68 344.32
3. Temporary Container Delivery Fee: A fee in the amount of seventy-seven dollars
and eleven cents ($77.11) in 2023 and eighty dollars and ninety-seven cents ($80.97) in
2024, will be charged for each temporary container delivered to the customer.
Commercial Temporary Delivery Fee 2025 2026
2- to 8-yard container, temporary $84.17 $87.49
10- to 40-yard container, temporary $82.87 $84.82
F. Classification and Appeal: Service category classifications shall be on the
basis of the type and volume of solid waste and the purpose and type of the
dwelling or facility being served as determined by the Public Works Administrator
of the City, or the Administrator’s duly authorized representative. Any person
who shall deem their classification improper may appeal to the Solid Waste
Program Manager within forty-five (45) days following their classification or
change of classification. After the decision of the Solid Waste Program Manager,
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
21
if the party appealing is still aggrieved, then the party may appeal to the Public
Works Administrator, whose decision shall be final.
SECTION III. These rates become effective with billings computed on or after January 1,
2025 for the 2025 rates and on or after January 1, 2026 for the 2026 rates.
SECTION IV. Upon approval of the City Attorney, the City Clerk is authorized to direct the
codifier to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the corrections of scriveners
or clerical errors; references to other local, state, or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations; or
ordinance numbering and section/subsection numbering and references. The City Clerk is further
authorized to direct the codifier to update any chapter, section, or subsection titles in the Renton
Municipal Code affected by this ordinance.
SECTION V. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this
ordinance should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction,
such invalidity or unconstitutionality thereof shall not affect the constitutionality of any other
section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this ordinance.
SECTION VI. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after publication
of a summary of this ordinance in the City's official newspaper. The summary shall consist of this
ordinance's title.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL the day of , 2024.
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
22
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this day of , 2024.
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Date of Publication:
ORD-PW:24ORD017:10/03/2024
AGENDA ITEM #7. i)
AB - 3685
City Council Regular Meeting - 21 Oct 2024
SUBJECT/TITLE: Project Acceptance: CAG-23-048 with Laser Underground &
Earthworks, Inc for the Thunder Hills Sewer Interceptor Rehabilitation
Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Council Concur
DEPARTMENT: Public Works Utility Systems Division
STAFF CONTACT: Jesse Newman, Wastewater Utility Project Manager
EXT.: 7211
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
The original contract amount was $2,052,252.99 and the final amount is $2,568,790.91, an increase of $
516,537.92 due to changed conditions encountered during construction on site and authorized by change
orders. The contract was fully funded through the Wastewater Utility Capitol budget (
426.465495.015.594.35.63.000). There was sufficient funding in the approved Wastewater Utility Capital
Improvement Fund budget to cover the project costs.
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
The Thunder Hills Sewer Interceptor Rehabilitation Projectcontract was awarded to Laser Underground &
Earthworks, Inc on 05/01/2023. The contractor began construction on 06/21/2023 and completed
construction on 07/10/2024.The last of the paperwork needed to closeout the project has been received.
The project consisted of Work on the rehabilitation or replacement of a59 year oldsewer main that is near the
Thunder Hills Creek:
(Sewer Main Improvements) Installation of 1,470 LF of 12” Sewer main, 10 sewer manholes, approximately
800 linear feet of 10-inch Cured-in-Place-Pipe (CIPP), and 600 linear feet of 12-inch CIPP.
(Access improvements) Improved vehicle and staff access for maintenance of the sewer with related rockery
walls for stability.
EXHIBITS:
A. Notice of Completion of Public Works Contract
B. Final Contract Voucher
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the Thunder Hills Sewer Interceptor Rehabilitation Project and authorize the release of the
retainagebond after 60 days once all the required releases from the state have been obtained.
AGENDA ITEM #7. j)
F215-038-000 Notice of Completion of Public Works Contract 05-2020
Notice of Completion of
Public Works Contract
Department Use Only
Assigned to Date Assigned
Date Form Version Revision Reason
Awarding Agency Information
Company Name UBI Number
Address City State Zip Code
Contact Name Phone Number Email Address
Prime Contractor Information
Company Name UBI Number
Address City State Zip Code
Contact Name Phone Number Email Address
Project Information
Project Name Contract Number Affidavit ID Number
Jobsite Address City State Zip Code
Date Awarded Date Work Commenced Date Work Completed Date Work Accepted
Is this a Federally Funded Transportation Project? Yes No If yes, attach the Contract Bond Statement
Have Subcontractors been used? Yes No If yes, complete Addendum A
Contract/Payment Bond Waived? Yes No Retainage Bond Waived? Yes No
Detailed Description of Work Completed
DOR Tax Information
Calculated Amount Liquidated Damages
Additions (+) Amount Disbursed
Reductions (-) Amount Retained
Sub-Total Other
Sales Tax Amount Sales Tax Rate
Total Total
Both totals must to be equal - If multiple sales tax rates, attach a list
Apprentice Utilization Information
Was apprentice utilization required? Yes No Engineer’s Estimate:
Utilization %: If utilization did not meet or exceed 15%, was a Good Faith Estimate approved? Yes No
Comments
The Disbursing Officer must submit this completed notice immediately after acceptance of the work done under this contract. No
payment shall be made from the retained funds until receipt of all release certificates and affidavits.
Complete and submit for by email to all three agencies below
Contract Release
(855) 545-8163, option # 4
ContractRelease@LNI.WA.GOV
Employment Security Department
Registration, Inquiry, Standards &
Coordination Unit
(360) 890-3499
publicworks@esd.wa.gov
AGENDA ITEM #7. j)
Subcontractor's Name:UBI Number: (Required)Affidavit ID*
Addendum A: Please List all Subcontractors and Sub-tiers Below
This addendum can be submitted in other formats.
Provide known affidavits at this time. No L&I release will be granted until all affidavits are listed.
For tax assistance or to request this document in an alternate format, please call 1-800-647-7706. Teletype (TTY) users may use the
Washington Relay Service by calling 711.
REV 31 0020e Addendum (10/26/15)F215-038-000 05-2020
AGENDA ITEM #7. j)
AGENDA ITEM #7. j)
1
CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. ________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, GRANTING TO NEW
CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC AND ITS AFFILIATES, SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS,
THE RIGHT, PRIVILEGE, AUTHORITY AND NONEXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE EXTENSION
FOR FIVE YEARS, TO CONSTRUCT, MAINTAIN, OPERATE, REPLACE AND REPAIR A
TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORK FOR SMALL CELL TECHNOLOGY IN, ACROSS,
OVER, ALONG, UNDER, THROUGH AND BELOW CERTAIN DESIGNATED PUBLIC
RIGHTS-OF-WAY OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY, AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (“Franchisee”) was granted a five (5) year
nonexclusive franchise pursuant to Ordinance 5936 on November 4, 2019 (“Franchise”); and
WHEREAS, Section I.1 of Ordinance 5936 states “at any time not less than sixty (60) days
before the expiration of the current Franchise term, Franchisee may make a written request for
an additional Franchise term of five (5) years. City shall grant such request to Franchisee, in
accordance with then-applicable laws, unless Franchisee is or has been in default of the terms of
this Franchise beyond applicable notice and cure periods;” and
WHEREAS, Renton Municipal Code 5-19-5 allows the Franchisee to renew its term unless
certain ability, capacity, compliance, or other conditions exist; and
WHEREAS, RCW 35A.47.040 does not restrict extension or renewal of this Franchise; and
WHEREAS, the federal Telecommunications Act of 1996 (47 U.S.C. § 151 et seq.) does not
restrict an extension of the Franchise; and
WHEREAS, on May 29, 2024, the Franchisee submitted a written request to the City of
Renton requesting an additional Franchise term of five years; and
AGENDA ITEM # 9. a)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
2
WHEREAS, the City has reviewed the Franchise record and confirmed that the Franchisee
is not in violation of conditions of RMC 5-19-5, and is not, nor has been, in default of the terms
of the Franchise beyond applicable notice and cure periods.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. The Franchise granted by Ordinance 5936 is extended for five (5) years, subject
to the Franchisee‘s acceptance by its authorized representative signing the Statement of
Acceptance attached hereto as Exhibit A, and commencing on the effective date of this
ordinance, set forth in Section III herein.
SECTION II. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this ordinance
should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality thereof shall not affect the constitutionality of any other section,
subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this ordinance.
SECTION III. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after publication
of a summary of this ordinance in the City's official newspaper. The summary shall consist of this
ordinance's title.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL the day of , 2024.
______________________________
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
AGENDA ITEM # 9. a)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
3
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this day of , 2024.
______________________________
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Date of Publication:
ORD-CED:24ORD015:10/17/2024
AGENDA ITEM # 9. a)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
4
EXHIBIT A
STATEMENT OF ACCEPTANCE
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, for itself, its successors and assigns, hereby accepts and agrees
to be bound by all lawful terms, conditions and provisions of the Franchise referenced in the
extension attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company
By: AT&T Mobility Corporation
Its: Manager
AT&T Mobility Corporation
By: _________________________________
Name: ____________________
Title: ____________________
STATE OF ________________)
) ss.
COUNTY OF ______________)
On this _____ day of ____________, 20___ before me personally appeared
_____________________________, to me known to be the ____________________________
(title) of _____________________________(corporation), and acknowledged said instrument
to be the free and voluntary act and deed of said corporation, for the uses and purposes
therein mentioned, and on oath stated that he or she was authorized to execute said
instrument and that the seal affixed (if any) is the corporate seal of said corporation.
In Witness Whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my official seal the day and year
first above written.
_______________________________________
Notary (Print) ____________________________
Notary Public in and for the State of __________
Residing at: ______________________________
My Commission expires: ______________
AGENDA ITEM # 9. a)
1
CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. ________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, EXTENDING THE
TEMPORARY WAIVER OF PARKING FEES FOR PARKING FOR PERIODS OF UP TO
10 HOURS WITHIN THE CITY’S CITY CENTER PARKING GARAGE LOCATED AT 655
SOUTH 2ND STREET, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Center Parking Garage is an important asset for the downtown area
as it provides convenient parking for persons visiting downtown for events, dining, shopping,
recreation, and other business-related activities; and
WHEREAS, the actual usage of the garage remains fairly low. Allowing patrons to utilize
the garage without charge (for free) is important to ensuring that it remains an available option
that drivers will utilize either for multi-hour parking for longer downtown visits or for quicker
visits and times when on-street parking options are more limited; and
WHEREAS, construction of the nearby Pavilion is set to begin in the first quarter of 2025.
During construction, property and business owners have been encouraged to recommend the
garage and its free parking option as an alternative place to park for customers and employees.
Leaving the free parking in place during 2025 allows the streetscape improvements team to
continue promoting this option during the remainder of the construction period; and
WHEREAS, although the pandemic has ended, downtown businesses remain in recovery
mode. Providing sufficient, convenient, and free parking at the garage will assist in the recovery
effort for Downtown’s small and locally-owned businesses by encouraging more customers to
visit Downtown to patronize them; and
AGENDA ITEM # 9. b
ORDINANCE NO. ________
2
WHEREAS, in order to accommodate the anticipated increases in short-term parking the
area zoned Center Downtown (CD) and to assist the struggling downtown business community,
Ordinance No. 5997 temporary waived hourly parking fees in the City’s City Center Parking
Garage located at 655 South 2nd Street for parking up to 10 hours; and
WHEREAS, the City Council extended and amended Ordinance No. 5997 in Ordinance
Nos. 6018, 6039, 6065, and 6131, and the City Council desires to extend the waiver of fees for an
additional year;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. Council hereby temporarily extends the waiver of the following parking fees
established in Section III of the City of Renton Fee Schedule for the following parking periods with
the City Center Parking Garage:
• Zero (0) to two (2) hours;
• Two (2) to four (4) hours;
• Four (4) to six (6) hours;
• Six (6) to (10) hours
to December 31, 2025.
SECTION II. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this ordinance
should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality thereof shall not affect the constitutionality of any other section,
subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this ordinance.
AGENDA ITEM # 9. b
ORDINANCE NO. ________
3
SECTION III. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after publication
of a summary of this ordinance in the City's official newspaper. The summary shall consist of this
ordinance's title.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL the day of , 2024.
______________________________
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this day of , 2024.
______________________________
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Date of Publication:
ORD-PW:24ORD013:09/06/2024
AGENDA ITEM # 9. b
CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE CITY
OF RENTON FISCAL YEARS 2023/2024 BIENNIAL BUDGET, AS LAST AMENDED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 6137, BY INCREASING BUDGETED REVENUES AND
EXPENDITURES BY $17,953,493 AND $16,598,457 RESPECTIVELY; AMENDING
THE 2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE AS LAST AMENDED BY ORDINANCE
NO. 6138; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, on November 14, 2022, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 6088 adopting
the City of Renton’s 2023/2024 Biennial Budget and incorporating therein the job classifications
and pay ranges for City employees set forth in the 2023 City of Renton Salary Table; and
WHEREAS, City Council amended the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget to reflect increased
revenues and expenses by adopting Ordinance No. 6110 on May 1, 2023, by adopting Ordinance
No. 6114 on July 17, 2023, by adopting Ordinance No. 6124 on December 4, 2023 in its mid-
biennial review, by adopting Ordinance No. 6134 on May 6, 2024, and by adopting Ordinance No.
6137 on July 15, 2024; and
WHEREAS, City Council amended the 2023 Salary Table by Ordinance No. 6107 on
December 12, 2022, by Ordinance No. 6108 on March 20, 2023, by Ordinance No. 6110, on May
1, 2023, and by Ordinance No. 6114, on July 17, 2023; and
WHEREAS, City Council adopted the 2024 Salary Table by Ordinance No. 6124 on
December 4, 2023, and subsequently amended it by Ordinance No. 6132 on March 4, 2024 and
by Ordinance No. 6138 on August 12, 2024; and
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ____
2
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority granted in Section III of Ordinance 6134, the City
administration previously amended the supplemental wage table in order to comply and ease
administration with Initiative 23-02 and the Council desires to ratify such amendments; and
WHEREAS, the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget requires minor corrections to reflect the
recognition of grants, contributions and associated costs, and new cost items not previously
included; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend the 2024 City of Renton Salary Table to
reflect the wages approved as part of the 2024 – 2026 collective bargaining agreement with the
Non-Commissioned Employees of the Renton Police Guild, and to update the title of “Application
Support Manager” to “Enterprise Applications Manager” and update “IT Business Analysis
Assistant Manager” to “GIS & Data Manager;”
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. The City of Renton’s 2023/2024 Biennial Budget, originally adopted by
Ordinance No. 6088 and with revenues and expenses last amended by Ordinance No 6137 is
hereby amended to increase revenue by $17,953,493 for an amended total revenue of
$811,916,400 over the biennium and increase expenditures by $16,598,457 for total amended
expenditures of $1,037,649,606 over the biennium.
SECTION II. The City Council hereby adopts the amended 2023/2024 Biennial Budget. The
2024 Year End Budget Adjustment Summary by Fund is attached as Exhibit A and the 2023
Adjusted Budget Summary by Fund is attached as Exhibit B. Detailed lists of adjustments are
available for public review in the Office of the City Clerk, Renton City Hall.
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ____
3
SECTION III. The Police Department – Non-Commissioned Employees section of the 2024
City of Renton Salary Table as last set forth in Ordinance No. 6138 is hereby repealed in its
entirety and replaced with the Police Department – Non-Commissioned Employees section
shown on pages 11 and 12 of the amended 2024 City of Renton Salary Table, attached hereto as
Exhibit C (the “Amended Salary Table”).
SECTION IV. The City Council hereby adopts the Amended Salary Table, attached hereto
and incorporated by this reference as Exhibit C.
SECTION V. The Amended Salary Table shall be effective on the effective date of this
Ordinance, except the changes to the wages of the Non-Commissioned Employees of the Renton
Police Guild, which shall be retroactive starting on January 1, 2024 pursuant to their 2024-2026
collective bargaining agreement, and except the changes to the supplemental employee wages
and grades, which shall be retroactively effective July 1, 2024.
SECTION VI. The Amended Salary Table is intended to be consistent with all applicable
collective bargaining agreements. In the event of conflicts, applicable collective bargaining
agreements control.
SECTION VII. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this
ordinance should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction,
such invalidity or unconstitutionality thereof shall not affect the constitutionality of any other
section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this ordinance.
SECTION VIII. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after publication
of a summary of this ordinance in the City’s official newspaper. Once effective, the amended
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ____
4
Salary Table shall remain in effect until changes are authorized by the City Council. The summary
of this ordinance shall consist of this ordinance’s title.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL the day of , 2024.
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this day of , 2024.
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Date of Publication:
ORD-FIN:24ORD014:09/27/2024
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ____
5
EXHIBIT A
2024 YEAR END BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
SUMMARY BY FUND
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ____
6
EXHIBIT B
2023 ADJUSTED BUDGET
SUMMARY BY FUND
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE REVENUES EXPENDITURES ENDING FUND BALANCE
Fund 2023 Beg
Fund Bal Changes 2023 Adj
Fund Bal
2023 Budgeted
Revenue Changes
2023
Adjusted
Revenue
2023 Budgeted
Expenditure Changes
2023
Adjusted
Expenditure
Ending Fund
Balance
Reserved/
Designated
Available
Fund
Balance
0XX GENERAL FUND 83,605,978 - 83,605,978 142,519,850 - 142,519,850 144,557,615 - 144,557,615 81,568,213 (19,846,914) 61,721,299
110 SPECIAL HOTEL-MOTEL TAX 712,384 - 712,384 481,000 - 481,000 479,616 - 479,616 713,768 713,768
127 CABLE COMMUNICATIONS DEVELOPMENT 453,147 - 453,147 57,674 - 57,674 255,586 - 255,586 255,235 255,235
130 HOUSING AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES 6,110,390 - 6,110,390 4,000,000 - 4,000,000 260,000 - 260,000 9,850,390 9,850,390
135 SPRINGBROOK WETLANDS BANK 454,628 - 454,628 262,378 - 262,378 40,000 - 40,000 677,006 677,006
140 POLICE SEIZURE 339,814 - 339,814 106,159 - 106,159 445,973 - 445,973 - -
141 POLICE CSAM SEIZURE 172,804 - 172,804 - - - 172,804 - 172,804 - -
215 GENERAL GOVERNMENT MISC DEBT SVC 5,262,665 - 5,262,665 5,895,022 - 5,895,022 5,565,690 - 5,565,690 5,591,997 (2,717,575) 2,874,422
303 COMMUNITY SERVICES IMPACT MITIGATION 1,595,389 - 1,595,389 132,172 - 132,172 1,090,000 - 1,090,000 637,561 637,561
304 FIRE IMPACT MITIGATION 2,724,187 - 2,724,187 231,000 - 231,000 2,955,187 - 2,955,187 - - -
305 TRANSPORTATION IMPACT MITIGATION 6,964,011 - 6,964,011 661,235 - 661,235 5,817,897 - 5,817,897 1,807,349 1,807,349
308 REET1 3,049,711 - 3,049,711 2,096,157 - 2,096,157 3,715,000 - 3,715,000 1,430,868 1,430,868
309 REET2 6,019,961 - 6,019,961 2,179,126 - 2,179,126 5,403,625 - 5,403,625 2,795,462 2,795,462
31X SCHOOL DISTRICT IMPACT MITIGATION - - - 600,000 - 600,000 600,000 - 600,000 - - -
316 MUNICIPAL FACILITIES CIP 24,671,384 - 24,671,384 18,829,719 - 18,829,719 41,213,863 - 41,213,863 2,287,240 2,287,240
317 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT 12,561,975 - 12,561,975 45,791,289 - 45,791,289 56,979,034 - 56,979,034 1,374,231 1,374,231
346 NEW FAMILY FIRST CENTER DEVELOPMENT 2,795,295 - 2,795,295 5,186,673 - 5,186,673 3,833,827 - 3,833,827 4,148,141 4,148,141
402 AIRPORT OPERATIONS & CIP 8,925,690 - 8,925,690 7,285,694 - 7,285,694 11,588,233 - 11,588,233 4,623,150 (282,282) 4,340,868
403 SOLID WASTE UTILITY 3,951,191 - 3,951,191 25,908,805 - 25,908,805 26,284,049 - 26,284,049 3,575,947 (400,000) 3,175,947
404 GOLF COURSE SYSTEM & CAPITAL 1,609,927 - 1,609,927 3,919,825 - 3,919,825 4,003,974 - 4,003,974 1,525,778 (787,490) 738,288
405 WATER OPERATIONS & CAPITAL 48,208,076 - 48,208,076 22,053,001 - 22,053,001 52,379,968 - 52,379,968 17,881,109 (3,100,810) 14,780,299
406 WASTEWATER OPERATIONS & CAPITAL 22,850,870 - 22,850,870 12,733,569 - 12,733,569 25,445,102 - 25,445,102 10,139,338 (1,636,588) 8,502,750
407 SURFACE WATER OPERATIONS & CAPITAL 28,314,755 - 28,314,755 39,343,885 - 39,343,885 52,785,900 - 52,785,900 14,872,740 (2,000,081) 12,872,659
416 KING COUNTY METRO 6,237,142 - 6,237,142 20,303,166 - 20,303,166 20,173,811 - 20,173,811 6,366,497 (380,000) 5,986,497
501 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 13,277,635 - 13,277,635 10,506,130 - 10,506,130 10,871,930 - 10,871,930 12,911,835 (12,911,835) -
502 INSURANCE 23,221,020 - 23,221,020 6,620,328 - 6,620,328 7,461,634 - 7,461,634 22,379,715 (17,616,914) 4,762,801
503 INFORMATION SERVICES 9,021,343 - 9,021,343 9,527,403 - 9,527,403 14,369,947 - 14,369,947 4,178,800 (2,326,091) 1,852,709
504 FACILITIES 937,922 - 937,922 7,185,622 - 7,185,622 7,307,705 - 7,307,705 815,839 815,839
505 COMMUNICATIONS 428,724 - 428,724 1,593,402 - 1,593,402 1,731,451 - 1,731,451 290,675 290,675
512 HEALTHCARE INSURANCE 6,935,644 - 6,935,644 16,315,216 - 16,315,216 15,197,161 - 15,197,161 8,053,699 (4,559,148) 3,494,551
522 LEOFF1 RETIREES HEALTHCARE 19,928,792 - 19,928,792 1,660,500 - 1,660,500 1,689,834 - 1,689,834 19,899,458 (19,899,458) -
611 FIREMENS PENSION 8,733,791 - 8,733,791 424,566 - 424,566 267,475 - 267,475 8,890,882 (8,890,882) -
Total Other Funds 276,470,267 - 276,470,267 271,890,717 - 271,890,717 380,386,275 - 380,386,275 167,974,709 (77,509,154) 90,465,556
TOTAL ALL FUNDS 360,076,246 - 360,076,246 414,410,567 - 414,410,567 524,943,891 - 524,943,891 249,542,922 (97,356,067) 152,186,855
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ____
7
EXHIBIT C
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
e10 Mayor (1)17,432 209,184 17,432 209,184
e09 City Council President (2)(7)
As established by the Independent Salary Commission pursuant to Chapter 2-20 RMC
e09 City Council Members (2)
As established by the Independent Salary Commission pursuant to Chapter 2-20 RMC
e08 11,517 138,204 12,102 145,224 12,712 152,544 13,355 160,260 14,029 168,348
e11 Municipal Court Judge (6)
Salary established pursuant to RMC 3-10-2.E
m53 Chief Administrative Officer 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184 18,312 219,744 19,229 230,748
m52 15,403 184,836 16,183 194,196 17,009 204,108 17,870 214,440 18,763 225,156
m51 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184 18,312 219,744
m50 14,660 175,920 15,403 184,836 16,183 194,196 17,009 204,108 17,870 214,440
m49 City Attorney 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Parks & Recreation Administrator 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Community & Economic Development Administrator 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Deputy Chief Administrative Officer 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Finance Administrator 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Human Resources & Risk Mgmt Administrator 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Judicial Administrative Officer 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Public Works Administrator 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Police Chief (3)14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m48 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920 15,403 184,836 16,183 194,196 17,009 204,108
m47 13,617 163,404 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140
m46 Police Deputy Chief (4)13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920 15,403 184,836 16,183 194,196
m46 Prosecution Director 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920 15,403 184,836 16,183 194,196
m45 12,961 155,532 13,617 163,404 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480
m44 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920 15,403 184,836
m43 Economic Development Director 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532 13,617 163,404 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336
m42 Police Commander (5)12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920
m42 Sr Assistant City Attorney 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920
m41 Fiscal Services Director 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532 13,617 163,404 14,308 171,696
m41 Information Technology Director 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532 13,617 163,404 14,308 171,696
m40 Airport Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Development Engineering Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Development Services Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Facilities Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Maintenance Services Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Planning Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Transportation Systems Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Utility Systems Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m39 Parks Planning and Natural Resources Director 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532 13,617 163,404
m38 City Clerk/Public Records Officer 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 Communications Director 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 Emergency Management Director 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 HR Labor Relations & Compensation Manager 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 Lead Prosecutor 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 Parks and Trails Director 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 Recreation Director 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
Wage Adjustment
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
NON-REPRESENTED Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
ELECTED OFFICIALS
MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISORY (NON-UNION)
1
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
Wage Adjustment
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
NON-REPRESENTED Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
m37 Application Support Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 Enterprise Applications Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 ITS and Maintenance Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 Transportation Design Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 Transportation Operations Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 Transportation Planning Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 Utility Engineering Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m36 Budget & Accounting Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Construction Engineering Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Current Planning Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Development Engineering Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Economic Development Assistant Director 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Government Affairs Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Long Range Planning Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Redevelopment Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m35 Assistant City Attorney 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008
m34 GIS & Data Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m34 GIS Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m34 Human Resources Benefits Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m34 Network Systems Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m34 Organizational Development Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m34 Risk Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m33 Sustainability & Solid Waste Manager 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928
m33 Water Maintenance Manager 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928
m32 Capital Projects Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Economic Development Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Fleet Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Human Services Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Parks Planning Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Street Maintenance Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Urban Forestry and Natural Resources Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Waste Water/Special Operations Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m31 Facilities Manager 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136
m31 Parks Maintenance Manager 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136
m30 Comms & Community Engagement Manager 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872
m30 Police Manager 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872
m29 Communications Manager 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716
m29 Golf Course Manager 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716
m29 Prosecuting Attorney 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716
m29 Recreation Manager 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716
m28 Financial Operations Manager 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572
m28 Permit Services Manager 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572
m28 Tax & Licensing Manager 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572
m27 Enterprise Content Manager 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500
m27 Senior Grants Analyst 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500
m27 Museum Manager 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500
m26 Chief of Staff 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488
m25 Head Golf Professional 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Senior Benefits Analyst 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Senior Employee Relations Analyst 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Senior Finance Analyst 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Senior Human Resources Analyst - DEI 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Senior Risk Management Analyst 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Solid Waste Program Manager 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
2
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
Wage Adjustment
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
NON-REPRESENTED Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
m24 Deputy City Clerk/Public Records Officer 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812
m23 Benefits Analyst 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088
m23 Employee Relations Analyst 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088
m23 Recreation Supervisor 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088
m23 Risk Management Analyst 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088
m22 Community Events Coordinator 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m22 Community Outreach Coordinator 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m22 Court Services Supervisor 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m22 Employee Health & Safety Coordinator 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m22 Golf Course Supervisor 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m22 Parks & Recreation Program Coordinator 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m21 Executive Assistant 7,166 85,992 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712
m21 Senior Tax & Licensing Auditor 7,166 85,992 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712
m20 6,991 83,892 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252
m19 6,824 81,888 7,166 85,992 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732
m18 Payroll Technician 3 6,652 79,824 6,991 83,892 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296
m17 Legal Analyst 6,495 77,940 6,824 81,888 7,166 85,992 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932
n16 Administrative Assistants (All Depts)6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536 6,953 83,436 7,311 87,732 7,676 92,112
n16 Finance Analyst 3 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536 6,953 83,436 7,311 87,732 7,676 92,112
n16 Tax & Licensing Auditor 2 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536 6,953 83,436 7,311 87,732 7,676 92,112
n15 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456 7,133 85,596 7,498 89,976
n14 6,001 72,012 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536 6,953 83,436 7,311 87,732
n13 Finance Analyst 2 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456 7,133 85,596
n13 Human Resources Specialist 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456 7,133 85,596
n13 Payroll Technician 2 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456 7,133 85,596
n13 Tax & Licensing Auditor 1 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456 7,133 85,596
n12 5,716 68,592 6,001 72,012 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536 6,953 83,436
n11 Assistant Golf Professional 5,572 66,864 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456
n10 Finance Analyst 1 5,438 65,256 5,716 68,592 6,001 72,012 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536
n10 Payroll Technician 1 5,438 65,256 5,716 68,592 6,001 72,012 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536
n09 5,309 63,708 5,572 66,864 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556
n08 5,175 62,100 5,438 65,256 5,716 68,592 6,001 72,012 6,310 75,720
n07 5,050 60,600 5,309 63,708 5,572 66,864 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752
n06 4,925 59,100 5,175 62,100 5,438 65,256 5,716 68,592 6,001 72,012
n05 4,806 57,672 5,050 60,600 5,309 63,708 5,572 66,864 5,853 70,236
n04 4,691 56,292 4,925 59,100 5,175 62,100 5,438 65,256 5,716 68,592
n03 4,581 54,972 4,806 57,672 5,050 60,600 5,309 63,708 5,572 66,864
n02 4,469 53,628 4,691 56,292 4,925 59,100 5,175 62,100 5,438 65,256
n01 Office Specialist 4,366 52,392 4,581 54,972 4,806 57,672 5,050 60,600 5,309 63,708
NON-UNION (CLERICAL, OTHER)
3
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
Wage Adjustment
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
NON-REPRESENTED Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
$7,249
Completion of 5 Yrs
Completion of 10 Yrs
Completion of 15 Yrs
Completion of 20 Yrs
Completion of 25 Yrs
Completion of 30 Yrs
(1) In addition to salary receives annual car allowance of $4800 or use of a city vehicle. Not eligible for longevity.
(2)
(3) Eligible for Longevity at the Non-Represented Longevity pay scale. Not eligible for Education or Uniform Allowance.
(4)Eligible for Longevity at the Non-Represented Longevity pay scale. Not eligible for Education or Uniform Allowance. Eligible for 3% cash premium or 3% into deferred
compensation per employee's discretion for passing physical fitness.
(5)Receive Education/Longevity & Uniform Allowance based on Union Contract. Eligible for 3% deferred compensation for passing physical fitness.
Eligible for P2 paid job injury leave based on Union Contract.
(6) 4 year term. Not eligible for longevity.
(7) Council president to be paid $300/month above council members salary.
for Management and Non-Represented employees; except for CAO receives 11% per year.
5% Step a14E $362 per month
6% Step a14E $435 per month
7% Step a14E $507 per month
Council members salary set per Independent Salary Commission pursuant to Chapter 2-20 RMC. Council receives 2% of salary for deferred comp. If
members are prohibited from participating in PERS, they receive an extra 1.4 % of salary for deferred compensation. Not eligible for longevity.
The city contributes 4% of employee's base wage per year to a deferred compensation account
Step a14, E =
3% Step a14E $217 per month
4% Step a14E $290 per month
2% Step a14E $145 per month
NON-REPRESENTED LONGEVITY PAY as of 1/1/2024
4
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
Wage Adjustment 4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
a40 11,282 135,384 11,845 142,140 12,446 149,352 13,078 156,936 13,738 164,856
a39 11,026 132,312 11,573 138,876 12,141 145,692 12,758 153,096 13,404 160,848
-
a38 10,745 128,940 11,282 135,384 11,845 142,140 12,446 149,352 13,078 156,936
a37 Principal Civil Engineer 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312 11,573 138,876 12,141 145,692 12,758 153,096
a36 10,232 122,784 10,745 128,940 11,282 135,384 11,845 142,140 12,446 149,352
a35 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312 11,573 138,876 12,141 145,692
a34 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784 10,745 128,940 11,282 135,384 11,845 142,140
a33 Civil Engineer 3 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312 11,573 138,876
a32 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784 10,745 128,940 11,282 135,384
a31 Assistant Airport Manager 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312
a31 Principal Planner 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312
a31 Structural Plans Examiner 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312
a30 Client Technology Sys & Support Super. 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784 10,745 128,940
a30 Civil Engineer 2 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784 10,745 128,940
a29 Capital Project Coordinator 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976
a29 ITS & Signal Maintenance Supervisor 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976
a29 Program Development Coordinator 2 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976
a29 Senior Systems Analyst 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976
a28 Senior Network Systems Specialist 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784
a28 Senior Planner 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784
a28 Transportation Planner 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784
a27 Senior Business Systems Analyst 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844
a26 Civil Engineer 1 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 GIS Analyst 3 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Lead Building Inspector 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Lead Code Compliance Inspector 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Lead Construction Engineering Inspector 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Neighborhood Program Coordinator 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Systems Analyst 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Water Utility Maintenance Supervisor 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a25 Facilities Coordinator 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096
a25 Lead Electrical/Ctrl Systems Technician 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096
a25 Program Development Coordinator 1 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096
a25 Senior Economic Development Specialist 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096
a24 Network Systems Specialist 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336
a23 Airport Ops & Maintenance Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Building Plan Reviewer 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Business Systems Analyst 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Custodial Maintenance Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Emergency Management Coordinator 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Engineering Specialist 3 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Facilities Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 GIS Analyst 2 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Housing Repair Coordinator 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
AFSCME, Local 2170 Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
5
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
Wage Adjustment 4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
AFSCME, Local 2170 Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
a23 Pavement Management Technician 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Plan Reviewer 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Property Services Specialist 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Signal & ITS Technician 3 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Street Maintenance Services Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Waste Water Maint. Services Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Water Maintenance Services Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a22 Senior Paralegal 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936
a22 Utility Accounts Supervisor 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936
a21 Associate Planner 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Building Inspector/Combination 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Building Inspector/Electrical 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Case Manager 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Code Compliance Inspector 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Communications Specialist 2 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Construction Engineering Inspector 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 GIS Analyst 1 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Lead Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Parks Maintenance Supervisor 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Traffic Signage & Marking Supervisor 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Water Meter Tech. Services Supervisor 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a20 Business Coordinator - Airport 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Economic Development Specialist 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Human Services Coordinator 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Inspecting Arborist 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Public Records Analyst 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Senior Program Specialist 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a19 Client Technology Services Specialist 2 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 Electrical Technician 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 Engineering Specialist 2 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 HVAC Systems Technician 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 Signal & ITS Technician 2 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 Water Utility Instr./SCADA Technician 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a18 Development Services Representative 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Farmers Market Coordinator 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Lead Golf Course Maintenance Worker 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Lead Maintenance Services Worker 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Lead Parks Maintenance Worker 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Recreation Program Coordinator 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Senior Sustainability Specialist 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Water Utility Maintenance Technician 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a17 Assistant Planner 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Digital Communications Specialist 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Lift Station Technician 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Maintenance Buyer 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Paralegal 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Public Records Specialist 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Senior Traffic Maintenance Worker 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Water Quality/Treatment Plant Operator 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a16 Program Assistant 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
a16 Recreation Specialist 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
a16 Sustainability Specialist 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
a16 Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
6
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
Wage Adjustment 4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
AFSCME, Local 2170 Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
a15 Airport Operations Specialist 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 City Clerk Specialist 2 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Client Technology Services Specialist 1 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Communications Specialist 1 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Court Operations Specialist 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Facilities Technician 2 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Grounds Equipment Mechanic 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Housing Maintenance Technician 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Planning Technician 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Signal & ITS Technician 1 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a14 Asset Management Systems Technician 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Golf Course Maintenance Worker 3 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Maintenance Services Worker 3 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Parks Maintenance Worker 3 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Print & Mail Supervisor 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Recreation Systems Technician 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Traffic Maintenance Worker 2 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a13 Engineering Specialist 1 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a13 Facilities Technician 1 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a13 Permit Services Specialist 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a13 Program Specialist 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a12 Judicial Specialist 2 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728
a11 Airport Maintenance Worker 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
a11 City Clerk Specialist 1 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
a11 Fleet Management Technician 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
a11 Lead Maintenance Custodian 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
a11 Water Meter System Specialist 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
a10 Legal Assistant 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804
a10 Golf Course Maintenance Worker 2 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804
a10 Maintenance Services Worker 2 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804
a10 Parks Maintenance Worker 2 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804
a10 Traffic Maintenance Worker 1 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804
a09 Accounting Assistant 4 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836
a09 Administrative Secretary 1 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836
a09 Golf Course Operations Assistant 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836
a09 Purchasing Assistant 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836
a09 Recreation Assistant 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836
a08 Court Security Officer 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036
a08 Judicial Specialist 1 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036
a07 Accounting Assistant 3 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104
a07 Maintenance Custodian 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104
a07 Secretary 2 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104
a07 Water Meter Technician 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104
a06 Golf Course Maintenance Worker 1 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376
a06 Maintenance Services Worker 1 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376
a06 Parks Maintenance Worker 1 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376
a05 Accounting Assistant 2 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612
a04 Pro Shop Assistant 4,651 55,812 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956
a03 Accounting Assistant 1 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276
7
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
Wage Adjustment 4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
AFSCME, Local 2170 Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
a03 Golf Course Associate 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276
a03 Parks Maintenance Assistant 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276
a03 Print & Mail Assistant 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276
a02 4,435 53,220 4,651 55,812 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656
a01 Custodian 4,319 51,828 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072
$7,249
Completion of 5 Yrs
Completion of 10 Yrs
Completion of 15 Yrs
Completion of 20 Yrs
Completion of 25 Yrs
Completion of 30 Yrs
The city contributes 1% of employee's base wage per year to a VEBA account.
The city contributes 3% of employee's base wage per year to a deferred compensation account. (Article 14)
6% Step a14E $435 per month
7% Step a14E $507 per month
per month
LONGEVITY PAY
Step a14, E =
2% Step a14E $145 per month
3% Step a14E $217 per month
4% Step a14E $290 per month
5% Step a14E $362
8
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
POLICE DEPARTMENT - Commissioned Officers 5.0%
Grade Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
Police Chief See Management & Supervisory Matrix, Grade m49
Police Deputy Chief See Management & Supervisory Matrix, Grade m46
Police Commander See Management & Supervisory Matrix, Grade m42
pc61 Sergeant*11,402 136,827 12,314 147,768
(15% over Police Officer 2)*Step increase at 12 months
pc60 8,036 96,436 8,669 104,028 9,289 111,474 9,916 118,991
pc59 7,563 90,762 8,159 97,909 8,743 104,914 9,332 111,990
Percent
Interpreters -------------------------------------------3%
Detectives ------------------------------------------3%
Traffic Assignment-------------------------------3%
Motorcycle Assignment-- 2%
Background Investigator- 3%
Canine Officer ------------------------------------4%
Corporal Assignment --------------------------7.5%
Field Training Officer ---------------------------3%
8% when assigned student(s)
Training Officer------------------------------------3%
SWAT Assignment ---------------------------------4%
SRO Assignment----------------------------------3%
Paid at rate of double time with 3 hrs
minimum when called to an emergency.
Negotiator----------------------------------4%
SET/DET----------------------------------3%
VIIT---------------------------------------2%*
VIIT Lead-------------------- 4%*
Percentage (of base wage)
Percentage (of base wage)
Completion of 10 Yrs 4%
Completion of 15 Yrs 6%
Completion of 20 Yrs 10%
Completion of 25 Yrs 12%
Completion of 30 Yrs 14%
MONTHLY EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAY (Appendix B)
4%
Position Title
HAZARD DUTY AND PREMIUM PAY (Article 6.7 and 6.8)
MONTHLY LONGEVITY PAY (Appendix B)
Years of Service
Completion of 5 Yrs 2%
Frozen
Frozen
Police Officer 2 (2189
Schedule) (6.25% over
Police Officer 1)
minimum when called to an emergency.
*In addition to a paid rate of time and one half with
3 hr minimum when called out.
Police Officer 1 (Newly
Hired 2080 Hours)
6%
Paid at rate of time and one half with a 3 hr
BA Degree/Masters Degree
AA Degree (90 credits)
Civil Disturbance Unit
------------------------
Special Weapons
and Tactics--------------
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
Wage Adjustment
9
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
-
-
-
-
NOTE: Please refer to the current labor agreement for specific information.
Effective January 1, 2024, Sergeants receive an additional 3% salary increase at Step E, for a total of 8%
increase over Step A. Step A Sergeants will move to Step E after 12 months.
The city contributes 3% of employee's wage base toward deferred compensation for passing physical fitness.
(Article 6.8.4, and Appendix A.2.3)
Effective March 1, 2024, the city contributes 2% of employee's wage base to a VEBA plan. (Article 14.10)
Effective March 1, 2024, the city contributes 1% of employee's wage base toward deferred compensation.
(Appendix A.2.2)
10
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
POLICE DEPARTMENT - Non-Commissioned Employees 5.0%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
pn70 7,092 85,104 7,667 92,004 8,425 101,100 9,258 111,096 9,745 116,940
pn69 6,918 83,016 7,479 89,748 8,219 98,628 9,033 108,396 9,507 114,084
pn68 6,750 81,000 7,298 87,576 8,019 96,228 8,812 105,744 9,276 111,312
pn67 Community Engagement Coord. 6,586 79,032 7,120 85,440 7,824 93,888 8,596 103,152 9,049 108,588
pn66 6,424 77,088 6,946 83,352 7,632 91,584 8,387 100,644 8,827 105,924
pn65 6,267 75,204 6,776 81,312 7,447 89,364 8,183 98,196 8,613 103,356
pn64 Crime Analyst 6,248 74,976 6,751 81,012 7,416 88,992 7,995 95,940 8,395 100,740
pn63 5,966 71,592 6,450 77,400 7,086 85,032 7,788 93,456 8,198 98,376
pn62 Police Services Specialist Supervisor 8,227 98,724
(15% above Specialist, Step E)
pn61 Electronic Home Detention Coord 5,815 69,780 6,275 75,300 6,910 82,920 7,597 91,164 7,975 95,700
pn60 Crime Analyst 5,894 70,728 6,369 76,428 6,996 83,952 7,542 90,504 7,920 95,040
pn59 Domestic Violence Victim Advocate 5,502 66,024 5,977 71,724 6,641 79,692 7,302 87,624 7,688 92,256
pn58 Evidence Technician 5,548 66,576 5,988 71,856 6,590 79,080 7,249 86,988 7,623 91,476
pn57 Police Services Specialist Lead 7,691 92,287
(7.5% above Specialist, Step E)
pn56 Animal Control Officer 5,232 62,784 5,657 67,884 6,220 74,640 6,840 82,080 7,184 86,208
pn54 Police Services Specialist 5,211 62,532 5,629 67,548 6,196 74,352 6,815 81,780 7,154 85,848
pn53 Police Administrative Specialist 4,664 55,968 5,033 60,396 5,544 66,528 6,099 73,188 6,399 76,788
pn52 Parking Enforcement Officer 4,519 54,228 4,877 58,524 5,372 64,464 5,910 70,920 6,201 74,412
Interpreter Premium…………...……………………..…………….................….....……….…………….3% of base pay (Article 6.5.2)
4% of base pay (Article 6.5.3)
4% of base pay (Article 6.5.1)
Double time with 3 hrs min (Article 6.4)
NON- COMMISSIONED PREMIUM PAY (Articles 6.4 and 6.5)
Public Records Act Premium……..…………………………………...............…………………………
Field Training Officer, FTO (Police Service Specialist)…...............…………........…
Crisis Communication Unit………..........…………………………..............…………..…...………
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
Wage Adjustment
11
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
POLICE DEPARTMENT - Non-Commissioned Employees 5.0%
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
Effective January 1, 2024
Wage Adjustment
- Effective 10/1/2024, the city contributes 2% of the employee's base wage to a VEBA plan. (Article 14.10)
- The city contributes an additional 3% of employee's wage base toward deferred comp for passing physical fitness. (Article 6.8)
Completion of 25 Yrs 12%
Completion of 30 Yrs 14%
MONTHLY EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAY SCHEDULE (Appendix B.2)
Percentage (of base wage)
AA Degree (90 credits)4%
BA/BS Degree or Masters Degree 6%
- Effective 10/1/2024, the city contributes 3.5% of the employee's base wage to a deferred comp account. (Appendix A.3)
- Effective 10/1/2024, the city contributes 2% to VIIT. (Article 6.5)
Completion of 10 Yrs 4%
Completion of 15 Yrs 6%
Completion of 20 Yrs 10%
Completion of 5 Yrs 2%
POLICE NON-COMMISSIONED- MONTHLY LONGEVITY INCENTIVE PAY SCHEDULE (Article 12, Appendix B.1)
Years of Service Percentage (of base wage)
12
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)
Grade
h50 20.29
h51 21.00
h52 22.00
h53 23.00
h54 24.00
h55 25.00
h56 26.00
h57 27.00
h58 28.00
h59 29.00
h60 30.00
h61 31.00
h62 32.00
h63 33.00
h64 34.00
h65 35.00
h66 40.00
h67 45.00
h68 50.00
h69 55.00
h70 60.00
h71 65.00
h72 70.00
h73 75.00
h74 80.00
h75 85.00
h76 90.00
h77 95.00
h78 100.00
h78 100.00
2024 CITY OF RENTON
SUPPLEMENTAL EMPLOYEE
WAGE TABLE
13
AGENDA ITEM # 9. c)