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Home My WebLink About08-07-00RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting August 7, 2000 Council Chambers Monday, 7:30 p.m. M I N U T E S Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order. ROLL CALL OF COUNCILMEMBERS RANDY CORMAN, Council President; TIMOTHY SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; DON PERSSON; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; TONI NELSON. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMAN DAN CLAWSON. CARRIED. CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE JESSE TANNER, Mayor; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; DEREK TODD, Assistant to the CAO; BETTY NOKES, Economic Development Director; REBECCA LIND, Principal Planner; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; DENNIS CULP, Facilities Director; KAREN MARSHALL, Human Services Manager; STEVE ANDERSON, Museum Supervisor; CLARK PETERSEN, Library Director; DIANNE UTECHT, Community Development Block Grant Specialist; OWEN DENNISON, Senior Planner; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON, Police Department. PRESS Robert Teodosio, Renton Reporter APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL APPROVE THE MINUTES OF JULY 24, 2000 AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. SPECIAL PRESENTATION Parks: Longacres Race Track Exhibit, Renton Historical Museum Steve Anderson, Museum Supervisor, presented the Longacres Race Track exhibit which will be displayed in the City Hall Lobby for approximately four to five months. He explained that eight exhibits will be displayed throughout the community, each containing items relating to Renton’s history. Mr. Anderson thanked King County, Dunn Lumber, and the US Bank Foundation for their support in producing the exhibits. PUBLIC HEARINGS Human Services: 2000 CDBG Funds Reallocation & 2001 CDBG Funding This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing to consider the reallocation of 2000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) capital funds and the 2001 funding recommendations for CDBG funds. Karen Marshall, Human Services Manager, recommended that $6,000 of the 2000 CDBG funds, originally allocated to Domestic Abuse Women’s Network, be reallocated to the Avalon Way Mutual Housing Project. Continuing, Ms. Marshall reported that the City of Renton will receive an estimated $58,249 in CDBG public service funds and $248,980 in CDBG capital funds. She said the Human Services Advisory Committee recommended that the 2001 CDBG funds be distributed as follows: CDBG Public Services: $11,500 to Communities in Schools of Renton $12,249 to Community Health Centers of King County $10,000 to Domestic Abuse Women’s Network Services $8,500 to ElderHealth NW/Connection $10,000 to Emergency Feeding Program $6,000 Visiting Nurse Services of the Northwest CDBG Capital Requests: $19,000 to Hearing, Speech and Deafness Center $168,000 to City of Renton Minor Housing Repair $21,980 to YWCA $40,000 to King County Major Housing Repair PUBLIC HEARINGS Human Services: 2000 CDBG Funds Reallocation & 2001 CDBG Funding This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing to consider the reallocation of 2000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) capital funds and the 2001 funding recommendations for CDBG funds. Karen Marshall, Human Services Manager, recommended that $6,000 of the 2000 CDBG funds, originally allocated to Domestic Abuse Women’s Network, be reallocated to the Avalon Way Mutual Housing Project. Continuing, Ms. Marshall reported that the City of Renton will receive an estimated $58,249 in CDBG public service funds and $248,980 in CDBG capital funds. She said the Human Services Advisory Committee recommended that the 2001 CDBG funds be distributed as follows: CDBG Public Services: $11,500 to Communities in Schools of Renton $12,249 to Community Health Centers of King County $10,000 to Domestic Abuse Women’s Network Services $8,500 to ElderHealth NW/Connection $10,000 to Emergency Feeding Program $6,000 Visiting Nurse Services of the Northwest CDBG Capital Requests: $19,000 to Hearing, Speech and Deafness Center $168,000 to City of Renton Minor Housing Repair $21,980 to YWCA $40,000 to King County Major Housing Repair Ms. Marshall explained that as part of the funding recommendations, a contingency plan must also be adopted. If there is an increase or decrease in CDBG public service funding, the Human Services Advisory Committee recommended that the amount of the increase or decrease be apportioned among all funded agencies equally. Ms. Marshall explained that for CDBG capital funding, the Committee recommended that any increase in capital funding (up to $20,000) be allocated to the St. Stephens Transitional Housing project. She noted that the City has received additional money to fund this project. Continuing, Ms. Marshall reported that according to the contingency plan, if there is a decrease in CDBG capital funding the Committee recommended the allocation to King County Housing Repair Program be decreased to $25,000. If additional reductions are required, funding for the Renton Housing Repair Assistance Program shall be reduced to the extent necessary to cover the decrease in funds, but in no event shall exceed 10% of the allocation. In conclusion, Ms. Marshall said the contingency plan’s final provision states that should all funds not be expended for the Biological Review Panel’s charges for ESA Section 7 review, those funds shall be reallocated to the Renton Housing Repair Assistance program. She explained that $4000 of the Hearing Speech and Deafness Center amount is to cover costs of the Biological Review Panel’s charges and $1,500 of the amount allocated to the YWCA is to cover the costs of the ESA review. Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler’s inquiry, Ms. Marshall said the reduction in funding for the Domestic Abuse Women’s Network from $16,178 in 2000 to $10,000 in 2001 was due to management problems that the agency has been experiencing over the past year. Explaining that in light of these problems, Ms. Marshall said the Human Services Advisory Committee chose to direct some funds to other agencies. Public comment was invited. Allison Feher, representing Senior Services of Seattle-King County, 1601 2nd Ave. #600, Seattle, 98101, said that the Human Services Advisory Committee had expressed concern regarding the location of the Senior Services facility and had questioned how the agency would serve the citizens of Renton. Explaining that although the agency is located in downtown Seattle, Ms. Feher said it provides services that do not necessarily require clients to go to the agency’s office to obtain them. She noted that Meals on Wheels and Volunteer Transportation are two such services. Ms. Feher emphasized that the agency’s plans to build and own a building will help stabilize costs so that more money can be directed to its various programs. Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Ms. Feher explained that the Senior Services office in Seattle is centrally located and easy to get to by public transportation. She pointed out that over 1300 Renton residents were served by the agency in 1999. Linda Rasmussen, Regional Director for the South King County branch of the YWCA, 1010 S. 2nd St., Renton, 98055, expressed appreciation for the recommended funding for the renovation of the building the YWCA recently purchased in Renton. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. (See page 279 for the Community Services Committee report on this subject.) Public comment was invited. Allison Feher, representing Senior Services of Seattle-King County, 1601 2nd Ave. #600, Seattle, 98101, said that the Human Services Advisory Committee had expressed concern regarding the location of the Senior Services facility and had questioned how the agency would serve the citizens of Renton. Explaining that although the agency is located in downtown Seattle, Ms. Feher said it provides services that do not necessarily require clients to go to the agency’s office to obtain them. She noted that Meals on Wheels and Volunteer Transportation are two such services. Ms. Feher emphasized that the agency’s plans to build and own a building will help stabilize costs so that more money can be directed to its various programs. Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler, Ms. Feher explained that the Senior Services office in Seattle is centrally located and easy to get to by public transportation. She pointed out that over 1300 Renton residents were served by the agency in 1999. Linda Rasmussen, Regional Director for the South King County branch of the YWCA, 1010 S. 2nd St., Renton, 98055, expressed appreciation for the recommended funding for the renovation of the building the YWCA recently purchased in Renton. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. (See page 279 for the Community Services Committee report on this subject.) Human Services: Local Law Enforcement Block Grant (LLEBG), 1999 Funds This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public hearing to consider the 1999 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant (LLEBG) funds. Karen Marshall, Human Services Manager, stated that the 1999 LLEBG grant is in the amount of $59,578 and the City is required to match 10% for a total of $66,198. She said the City has two years to spend the funds once received. Explaining that funds have been used for the domestic violence Victim Court Advocate since 1996, Ms. Marshall described the Victim Court Advocate’s duties which include assisting in the prosecution of persons charged with domestic violence related crimes. In conclusion, Ms. Marshall said the recommendation is to continue using the LLEBG funds for the salary and benefits of the Victim Court Advocate. Public comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Derek Todd, Assistant to the Chief Administrative Officer reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City’s recent progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2000 and beyond. Items noted included: Residents within the City and the City’s Potential Annexation Areas are being informed by postcard mailing about King County’s proposal that would allow housing densities of 48 units per acre or more within the unincorporated areas of King County that surround the City. The Special Population program has advanced seven of their eight teams to the Washington State Special Olympics Tennis and Softball tournament that will be held in Marysville on August 12th and 13th. All of Renton’s tennis players have advanced and six of the seven softball teams will be competing. Renton’s Junior Tennis team sent 12 of its 24 players to the season-ending league tournament Friday, August 4th. Nineteen neighborhoods participated with an estimated 800 people joining the “National Going Away Party for Crime and Drugs” on August 1st. Approximately 20 police department members visited each neighborhood and participated in a variety of activities. Mayor Tanner reported that BP Amoco, the new owner of Olympic Pipeline, has agreed to conduct hydrostatic testing on the pipeline, and commended the company for its decision AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: Richter – North Renton Neighborhood Picnic Marjorie Richter, 300 Meadow Ave. N., Renton, 98055, commented on how well the City’s neighborhood program is working by reporting that the North Renton Neighborhood’s 2nd annual picnic was a success. She also praised the Police Department’s efforts in conducting the National Night Out community event, and encouraged the Mayor and Council to continue this program. In conclusion, Ms. Richter announced that a fundraiser for the Veteran’s Memorial Park will be held on August 13th. Mayor Tanner noted that a historical sign painted on the building next to Veteran’s Memorial Park has deteriorated. He requested that the Parks Department take measures to protect it. AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: Richter – North Renton Neighborhood Picnic Marjorie Richter, 300 Meadow Ave. N., Renton, 98055, commented on how well the City’s neighborhood program is working by reporting that the North Renton Neighborhood’s 2nd annual picnic was a success. She also praised the Police Department’s efforts in conducting the National Night Out community event, and encouraged the Mayor and Council to continue this program. In conclusion, Ms. Richter announced that a fundraiser for the Veteran’s Memorial Park will be held on August 13th. Mayor Tanner noted that a historical sign painted on the building next to Veteran’s Memorial Park has deteriorated. He requested that the Parks Department take measures to protect it. Citizen Comment: Carlson – Highlands Community Association’s Trestle Fest Heidi Carlson, 806 Index Ct. NE, Renton, 98056, announced that the Highlands Neighborhood celebration, Trestle Fest, will be held on August 12th at McKnight Middle School. Explaining that the purpose of Trestle Fest is to give something back to the kids of the Highlands, she described the many activities that will take place such as games, live music, and a raffle. Citizen Comment: Demastus – Highlands Community Association’s Trestle Fest Sandel Demastus, 1137 Harrington Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, reported that over 40 businesses have donated items for the raffle and prizes for the games which will be given away during Trestle Fest. She encouraged everyone to attend the event and support the Highlands Neighborhood kids. Citizen Comment: O’Halloran – Highlands Community Association’s Trestle Fest Mike O’Halloran, PO Box 2041, Renton, 98056, expressed his appreciation to the City of Renton, Renton Lions, and the many volunteers for their support of the Trestle Fest event. He also thanked the Renton School District for the use of McKnight Middle School’s play fields. Citizen Comment: Wilcock – King County County-wide Planning Polices (Proposed Changes) Everett Wilcock, 11830 164th Ave. SE, Renton, 98057, expressed his opinion that the postcards recently sent by the City to King County residents regarding the proposed King County high density zoning were inflammatory. He expressed concern with the City’s position on the proposed King County R-48 zoning, and supported the position taken by the King County Executive which he felt would streamline the rezoning process in King County. Mayor Tanner said that the City is working cooperatively with King County to achieve a modification of its Comprehensive Plan that will permit growth in the area without overwhelming the infrastructure and facilities such as parks and the senior center. CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing Development Services: Telecommunications Ordinance Revisions Development Services Division recommended approval of revisions to the Telecommunications Ordinance which will bring it into compliance with recently adopted State legislation and bring it up to date with modifications to recently approved franchise agreements. Refer to Transportation Committee. Franchise: McLeodUSA Telecommunications Services, Fiber Optic System Development Services Division recommended approval of a franchise agreement with McLeodUSA Telecommunications Services, Inc., for installation of a fiber optics system in Renton for local service. Refer to Transportation Committee. EDNSP: Hotel/Motel Tax Revenue Allocations Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department requested approval of the allocation of $50,000 of Hotel/Motel tax revenues towards the third year of the Renton Community Marketing Campaign and $50,000 towards a tourism program which is being developed by the Renton Chamber Lodging Committee. Approval is also requested for a contract with Hamilton/Saunderson Marketing Partnership for the third year of the Renton Community Marketing Campaign. Refer to Committee of the Whole. Human Resources: 2000 Reclassifications (Public Works) Human Resources Department recommended the reclassification of the Water Quality Technician and Water Treatment Plant Operator Positions, Grade a15, to Water Quality/Treatment Plant Operator, Grade a17. Refer to Finance Committee. CAG: 99-180, Green Garden Program, Cacadia Consulting Group Solid Waste Utility Division requested approval of Amendment No. 1 to CAG-99-180, agreement with Cascadia Consulting Group for the Green Garden Program amending the scope, budget, and timeline for years 2000 – 2001. The cost of $68,000 is funded through the Coordinated Prevention Grant and Local Hazardous Waste Management Grant. Refer to Utilities Committee. Transportation: Sound Transit Renton HOV Access Project Transportation Division requested briefing on the Sound Transit Renton HOV Access Project which will include the process and schedule for the project, and information on public involvement and the establishment of committees. Refer to the Transportation Committee. Airport: Bruce Leven Lease, Rent Increase (LAG-88-001) Transportation Division requested approval of Addendum No. 5 to LAG-88-001, airport lease with Bruce Leven, for a rent increase from $.28 to $.3220 per square foot per year which will remain in effect until May 31, 2005. Council concur. CAG: 98-065, Main Ave Improvements, Gary Merlino Const Co Transportation Division submitted CAG-98-065, Main Avenue Improvements; and recommended approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of $2,375, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of $161,956.68 to Gary Merlino Construction Co., Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Refer to Finance Committee. CAG: 98-081, Devil’s Elbow Lift Station, Omega Contractors Wastewater Utility Division submitted CAG-98-081, Devil’s Elbow Lift Station; and recommended approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of $31,687.35, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of $53,558.08 to Omega Contractors, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur. CAG: 00-112, Main Library & Liberty Stadium Roof Replacement City Clerk reported bid opening on 7/31/00 for CAG-00-112, Roof Replacement for Renton Main Library & Liberty Stadium; six bids; project estimate $100,000; and submitted staff recommendation to refer to Finance Committee since bids were over the engineer’s estimate. Refer to Finance Committee. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. CORRESPONDENCE Citizen Comment: Fredericksen – Sunset Cooperative Preschool, Conditional Use Fee Waiver Request Electronic mail was read from Mark Fredericksen, Secretary of the Board, Sunset Cooperative Preschool, 3009 Park Ave. N., Renton, 98056, requesting waiver of $2000 conditional use permit fee. Councilman Corman commented that although a fee waiver was asked for, another issue arises regarding City Code language relating to allowing churches to operate preschools without requiring a conditional use permit. Rebecca Lind, Principal Planner, explained that the Church itself requires a conditional use permit and the preschool would fall under that same conditional use permit. If it were a new activity, the existing conditional use permit would have to be amended. City Attorney Larry Warren pointed out this topic is a source of constitutional litigation throughout the country. He encouraged Council to consider the constitutional implications before any decisions are made regarding this matter. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FEE WAIVER REQUEST TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE AND THE SUBJECT OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS FOR CHURCHES TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.* Larry Warren said current case law states that if a Church can show that it cannot pay for processing a conditional use permit, the government has to consider waiving that fee. He commented that waiving the fee may set precedence, but turning down the fee waiver request without some analysis may also cause legal problems. *MOTION CARRIED. CORRESPONDENCE Citizen Comment: Fredericksen – Sunset Cooperative Preschool, Conditional Use Fee Waiver Request Electronic mail was read from Mark Fredericksen, Secretary of the Board, Sunset Cooperative Preschool, 3009 Park Ave. N., Renton, 98056, requesting waiver of $2000 conditional use permit fee. Councilman Corman commented that although a fee waiver was asked for, another issue arises regarding City Code language relating to allowing churches to operate preschools without requiring a conditional use permit. Rebecca Lind, Principal Planner, explained that the Church itself requires a conditional use permit and the preschool would fall under that same conditional use permit. If it were a new activity, the existing conditional use permit would have to be amended. City Attorney Larry Warren pointed out this topic is a source of constitutional litigation throughout the country. He encouraged Council to consider the constitutional implications before any decisions are made regarding this matter. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FEE WAIVER REQUEST TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE AND THE SUBJECT OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS FOR CHURCHES TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE.* Larry Warren said current case law states that if a Church can show that it cannot pay for processing a conditional use permit, the government has to consider waiving that fee. He commented that waiving the fee may set precedence, but turning down the fee waiver request without some analysis may also cause legal problems. *MOTION CARRIED. Citizen Comment: Lensegrav – 2001 Centennial Community Celebration Calendar Monetary Contribution Correspondence was read from Denny Lensegrav, Community Relations Manager, Puget Sound Energy, 3130 S. 38th St., Tacoma, 98409, advising that Puget Sound Energy is contributing $2,500 towards Renton’s 2001 Centennial Community Celebration Calendar. Citizen Comment: Whitfield – Arrow Pacific Aviation Request to Operate Aircraft Charter at Airport Correspondence was read from Kenneth W. Whitfield, President/CEO of Aeropacific Aviation, Inc., requesting an operating permit to conduct an aircraft charter and pilot training business based at the Renton Municipal Airport. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, REFER THIS MATTER TO THE TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMMITTEE. CARRIED. OLD BUSINESS Finance Committee Executive: Secretary Hire at Step E Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding a request to fill the Secretary I position in the Mayor’s Office above midpoint in the salary range. The Committee recommended authorization for the Administration to fill the Mayor’s Office Secretary I position at a level up to and including the E step of the Grade 05 salary range. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.* Responding to Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler’s question regarding raising the position from a Grade 05 to a Grade 06, Mayor Tanner said that the Human Resource Department recommended the Grade 05 position level. Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler expressed concern that if a person is hired at the Step E salary level, that person has no room for growth. She requested that the Human Resources Department review the language on job announcements which lists the entire salary range (Step A to E). *MOTION CARRIED. Planning & Development Committee Comprehensive Plan: 2000 Amendments Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report regarding the 2000 Comprehensive Plan Amendments and concurrent rezones. The Committee recommended the following action on the 2000 Comprehensive Plan Amendments: 99-M-4 (Talbot Slopes – Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments) Recommended denial. In concurrence with the Planning Commission recommendation, existing Comprehensive Plan land use designations and existing zoning should remain. 2000-M-1 (Boeing Parking Lot – Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments) Recommended tabling until 2001 amendment cycle. 2000-M-2 (Sierra Heights – Land Use Map Review) Recommended no change to existing Residential Single Family designation. 2000-M-3 (Highlands – Policy Amendments) Recommended redesignation of Highlands Center Suburban to new Village Center designation with expanded boundaries; retain existing Neighborhood Center designations. 2000-T-3 (Highlands – Policy Amendments) Recommended concurrence with Planning Commission recommendation, with revisions to maintain existing Neighborhood Center policies. Planning & Development Committee Comprehensive Plan: 2000 Amendments Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report regarding the 2000 Comprehensive Plan Amendments and concurrent rezones. The Committee recommended the following action on the 2000 Comprehensive Plan Amendments: 99-M-4 (Talbot Slopes – Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments) Recommended denial. In concurrence with the Planning Commission recommendation, existing Comprehensive Plan land use designations and existing zoning should remain. 2000-M-1 (Boeing Parking Lot – Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments) Recommended tabling until 2001 amendment cycle. 2000-M-2 (Sierra Heights – Land Use Map Review) Recommended no change to existing Residential Single Family designation. 2000-M-3 (Highlands – Policy Amendments) Recommended redesignation of Highlands Center Suburban to new Village Center designation with expanded boundaries; retain existing Neighborhood Center designations. 2000-T-3 (Highlands – Policy Amendments) Recommended concurrence with Planning Commission recommendation, with revisions to maintain existing Neighborhood Center policies. 2000-M-4 (La Pianta – Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments; Development Agreement Amendment) Recommended approval of Land Use Map/Zoning Map amendments: Residential Planned Neighborhood/R-14 to Residential Options/R-10 and Residential Multi-family Infill/RMI to Convenience Commercial/CC; recommended approval of the Development Agreement for the residential component to supercede the original existing Agreement and the new Development Agreement for the Convenience Commercial component. 2000-M-5 (Aegis Self-storage and Office – Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments; IL Zone Code Amendments; Development Agreement) Recommended approval of map amendments (Residential Options/R-10 to Employment Area Industrial/IL), IL Code amendments and Development Agreement that tie future site development to the referenced site plan and elevations. 2000-M-6 (Merlino – Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments; Development Agreement) Recommended approval of map amendments (Employment Area-Commercial to Residential Multi-family Infill and Employment Area Office/CO to Residential Multi-family Infill/RMI) with Development Agreement covering subject area. Recommended establishing August 21, 2000 for public hearing on RM-I pre-zone and Merlino Development Agreement. 2000-T-4 (Merlino – Residential Multi-family Infill Policy Text Amendment) Recommended approval. 2000-T-1 (Transportation Element Update – Policy Text Amendments) Recommended approval of Planning Commission recommended language with Committee revisions. 2000-T-1 (Center Downtown and other Centers Policy Text Amendments) Recommended amendments be tabled and the issue be referred back to the Planning Commission for development of a South Renton sub-area plan. The Committee recommended that the Council request preparation of all necessary ordinances to amend the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Map and Municipal Code and to adopt referenced Development Agreements. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Councilman Persson thanked Principal Planner Rebecca Lind for making the Comprehensive Plan amendment process understandable. 2000-M-4 (La Pianta – Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments; Development Agreement Amendment) Recommended approval of Land Use Map/Zoning Map amendments: Residential Planned Neighborhood/R-14 to Residential Options/R-10 and Residential Multi-family Infill/RMI to Convenience Commercial/CC; recommended approval of the Development Agreement for the residential component to supercede the original existing Agreement and the new Development Agreement for the Convenience Commercial component. 2000-M-5 (Aegis Self-storage and Office – Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments; IL Zone Code Amendments; Development Agreement) Recommended approval of map amendments (Residential Options/R-10 to Employment Area Industrial/IL), IL Code amendments and Development Agreement that tie future site development to the referenced site plan and elevations. 2000-M-6 (Merlino – Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments; Development Agreement) Recommended approval of map amendments (Employment Area-Commercial to Residential Multi-family Infill and Employment Area Office/CO to Residential Multi-family Infill/RMI) with Development Agreement covering subject area. Recommended establishing August 21, 2000 for public hearing on RM-I pre-zone and Merlino Development Agreement. 2000-T-4 (Merlino – Residential Multi-family Infill Policy Text Amendment) Recommended approval. 2000-T-1 (Transportation Element Update – Policy Text Amendments) Recommended approval of Planning Commission recommended language with Committee revisions. 2000-T-1 (Center Downtown and other Centers Policy Text Amendments) Recommended amendments be tabled and the issue be referred back to the Planning Commission for development of a South Renton sub-area plan. The Committee recommended that the Council request preparation of all necessary ordinances to amend the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Map and Municipal Code and to adopt referenced Development Agreements. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Councilman Persson thanked Principal Planner Rebecca Lind for making the Comprehensive Plan amendment process understandable. Planning: Center Downtown Bulk Parking Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report regarding the Center Downtown Bulk, Landscaping, and Parking Development Regulations. The Committee reviewed the proposed Center Downtown code amendments, proposed parking code amendments and housekeeping amendments in the Center Office Residential (COR), Commercial Office (CO), and Residential Multi-family Urban (RM-U) zones. The Committee recommended that the proposed amendments be split into two separate ordinances, the first addressing the amendments to setbacks and landscaping in the Center Downtown (CD) Zone, and the Parking section of Title IV. The second ordinance would address housekeeping amendments in the Center Downtown (CD), Commercial Office (CO), and Center Office Residential (COR) Zones. In the Center Downtown development regulations, the Planning & Development Committee modified the building bulk through setback requirements, landscaping, and parking standards in order to encourage a more urban style of development in Renton’s downtown and to allow for more urban parking standards. The Committee further recommended that Council approve the Center Downtown setback and landscaping amendments and parking amendments as shown on the draft dated July 31, 2000. The housekeeping amendments in the CD, CO and COR zones are being placed in the year 2001 housekeeping amendment process. These amendments will be considered at that time. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.* Responding to Council inquiry, Principal Planner Rebecca Lind clarified that only the Center Downtown (CD) Zone parking has been addressed; Citywide parking standards will be reviewed under the housekeeping amendments. She explained that the requirements for the number and size of the parking stalls allowed under the CD Zone have been changed. Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler pointed out that the number of resident and guest spaces will be 1.8 spaces per three bedroom or larger dwelling unit, 1.6 spaces per two bedroom dwelling unit, and 1.2 parking spaces per one bedroom or studio dwelling unit. *MOTION CARRIED. (See page 280 for ordinance.) Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler expressed her thanks to Rebecca Lind and Owen Dennison, Senior Planner for all their hard work on these issues. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE Human Services: 2000 CDBG Funds Reallocation & 2001 CDBG Funding Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the reallocation of 2000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and 2001 funding recommendations for CDBG. The Committee recommended concurrence with the Human Services Advisory Committee that $6,000 in 2000 CDBG capital funds be reallocated to Avalon Way Mutual Housing Project. The conditions under which general funding should be awarded are: Renton Clothes Bank The City of Renton is the primary funding source for the Clothes Bank. To enhance the working relationship with the Clothes Bank, the Human Services Advisory Committee desires representation on the Board. They are seeking a voting seat. Frequently, major contributors to organizations do have representation on the Boards, so this is not an unusual request. The conditions under which CDBG capital funding should be awarded: Hearing Speech and Deafness Center Committment of other capital funds needed to complete the project. No tenants will be displaced in their building. YWCA Renton CDBG funds must be expended by December 31, 2002. The Committee recommended concurrence with the staff recommendation that the 2001 CDBG funds be distributed according to the Human Services Advisory Committee recommendations. (See page 272 for a listing of the 2001 CDBG funds distribution.) The Committee further recommended concurrence with the CDBG contingency funding plan. (See page 273 for the contingency funding plan’s provisions.) MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE Human Services: 2000 CDBG Funds Reallocation & 2001 CDBG Funding Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the reallocation of 2000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and 2001 funding recommendations for CDBG. The Committee recommended concurrence with the Human Services Advisory Committee that $6,000 in 2000 CDBG capital funds be reallocated to Avalon Way Mutual Housing Project. The conditions under which general funding should be awarded are: Renton Clothes Bank The City of Renton is the primary funding source for the Clothes Bank. To enhance the working relationship with the Clothes Bank, the Human Services Advisory Committee desires representation on the Board. They are seeking a voting seat. Frequently, major contributors to organizations do have representation on the Boards, so this is not an unusual request. The conditions under which CDBG capital funding should be awarded: Hearing Speech and Deafness Center Committment of other capital funds needed to complete the project. No tenants will be displaced in their building. YWCA Renton CDBG funds must be expended by December 31, 2002. The Committee recommended concurrence with the staff recommendation that the 2001 CDBG funds be distributed according to the Human Services Advisory Committee recommendations. (See page 272 for a listing of the 2001 CDBG funds distribution.) The Committee further recommended concurrence with the CDBG contingency funding plan. (See page 273 for the contingency funding plan’s provisions.) MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the meeting of 8/14/00 for second and final reading: Vacation: Camas Ave Alley, 600 Block (Korn/Born, VAC-00-002) An ordinance was read vacating an alley located between 625 and 621 Camas Ave. NE (Born and Korn; VAC-00-002). MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 8/14/00. CARRIED. Planning: Center Downtown Bulk Parking An ordinance was read amending Chapter 2, Land Use Districts, Chapter 4, Property Development Standards, Chapter 9, Procedures and Review Criteria, and Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of City Code relating to development standards for setbacks, landscaping, and parking. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 8/14/00. CARRIED. Comprehensive Plan: 2000 Amendments An ordinance was read adopting the 2000 amendments to the City’s 1995 Comprehensive Plan, maps and data in conjunction therewith. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 8/14/00. CARRIED. Ordinance #4851 Planning: Aquifer Protection Ordinance An ordinance was read amending Chapter 1, Administration and Enforcement, Chapter 2, Land Use Districts, Chapter 3, Environmental Regulations and Special Districts, Chapter 4, Property Development Standards, Chapter 5, Building and Fire Prevention Standards, Chapter 6, Street and Utility Standards, Chapter 8, Permits and Decisions, Chapter 9, Procedures and Review Criteria, and Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV, Development Regulations; Chapter 5, Business Licenses, of Title V, Finance and Business Regulations; Chapter 5, Sewers, and Chapter 8, Aquifer Protection, of Title VIII, Health and Sanitation; of City Code by amending regulations and definitions for critical environmental areas relating to the aquifer. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. Ordinance #4851 Planning: Aquifer Protection Ordinance An ordinance was read amending Chapter 1, Administration and Enforcement, Chapter 2, Land Use Districts, Chapter 3, Environmental Regulations and Special Districts, Chapter 4, Property Development Standards, Chapter 5, Building and Fire Prevention Standards, Chapter 6, Street and Utility Standards, Chapter 8, Permits and Decisions, Chapter 9, Procedures and Review Criteria, and Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV, Development Regulations; Chapter 5, Business Licenses, of Title V, Finance and Business Regulations; Chapter 5, Sewers, and Chapter 8, Aquifer Protection, of Title VIII, Health and Sanitation; of City Code by amending regulations and definitions for critical environmental areas relating to the aquifer. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. Ordinance #4852 Police: False Alarms Ordinance An ordinance was read amending Chapter 1, Fee Schedule, of Title V (Finance and Business Regulations), and Chapter 3, Alarm Systems, of Title VI (Police Regulations), of City Code by creating definitions, setting new limits for the numbers of false alarms and penalties for false alarms, imposing a fee schedule for excessive false alarms and requiring registration for all premises protected by an alarm system. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. NEW BUSINESS Council: Meeting Cancellation (8/28/00, COW and Regular Meeting) MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CANCEL THE REGULARLY-SCHEDULED COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AND COUNCIL MEETINGS FOR AUGUST 28, 2000. CARRIED. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:00 p.m. Marilyn Petersen, CMC, City Clerk Recorder: Michele Neumann August 7, 2000