HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-23-01RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
July 23, 2001 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. M I N U T E S Municipal Building
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
DAN CLAWSON, Council President; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; TERRI BRIERE; KING PARKER; DON PERSSON; RANDY CORMAN; TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
JESSE TANNER, Mayor; RUSSELL WILSON, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services
Administrator; SANDRA MEYER, Transportation Systems Director; DENNIS CULP, Facilities Director; NEIL WATTS, Development Services Director; ALEXANDER PIETSCH, Economic Development Director;
REBECCA LIND, Principal Planner; GARY DEL ROSARIO, Planning Technician; JULIE BREWER, Community Relations Manager; ABDOUL GAFOUR, Water Utility Supervisor; DEREK TODD, Assistant to
the CAO; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON and COMMANDER KATHLEEN MCCLINCY, Police Department.
PROCLAMATION
National KidsDay – August 5, 2001
A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring August 5, 2001, to be "National KidsDay" in the City of Renton, and urging all citizens to recognize and commend the National KidsDay
Alliance organizations in our area for providing their ongoing contributions and commitment to improving the lives of the children and young adults in our community. MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Executive: 3rd Grade Centennial Writing Awards
Community Relations Manager Julie Brewer reported that students from the Renton School District are being honored for their participation in the 3rd Grade Centennial Essay Writing contest.
She introduced the following Renton School District representatives: Delores Gibbons, Renton School District Superintendent; David Merril, Renton School Board President; Albert Talley
Sr., Renton School Board Member; and Cathie Rondeau, Curriculum Director.
Marilyn Kamcheff, representing Renton Writer's Workshop, explained that the Workshop was formed 25 years ago as a support group for area writers, and conveyed the Workshop's pleasure
in being a part of the Centennial Celebration through their sponsorship of the contest in partnership with other groups and agencies.
Reporting that there were 16 winning essays out of a total of 240 entries, Cathie Rondeau presented awards to the following students:
Finalists:
Kendra Barton, Hazelwood Elementary
Clay Strom, Hazelwood Elementary
Tyrone Travis, Talbot Hill Elementary
Melissa Tsitsis, Hazelwood Elementary
Honorable Mentions:
Alexis Aibinder, Hazelwood Elementary
James DeLappe, Hazelwood Elementary
Ruthie Gronenthal, Benson Hill Elementary
Amber Hiranaka, Talbot Hill Elementary
Stephanie Kellberg, Renton Park Elementary
Mark Kirihara, Maplewood Heights Elementary
Elizabeth Lamb, Renton Park Elementary
Alfredo Laxa, Campbell Hill Elementary
Brianna Rambough, Lakeridge Elementary
Kasey Sporrong, Benson Hill Elementary
Jacki Watson, Renton Park Elementary
Erin White, Talbot Hill Elementary
Finalists:
Kendra Barton, Hazelwood Elementary
Clay Strom, Hazelwood Elementary
Tyrone Travis, Talbot Hill Elementary
Melissa Tsitsis, Hazelwood Elementary
Honorable Mentions:
Alexis Aibinder, Hazelwood Elementary
James DeLappe, Hazelwood Elementary
Ruthie Gronenthal, Benson Hill Elementary
Amber Hiranaka, Talbot Hill Elementary
Stephanie Kellberg, Renton Park Elementary
Mark Kirihara, Maplewood Heights Elementary
Elizabeth Lamb, Renton Park Elementary
Alfredo Laxa, Campbell Hill Elementary
Brianna Rambough, Lakeridge Elementary
Kasey Sporrong, Benson Hill Elementary
Jacki Watson, Renton Park Elementary
Erin White, Talbot Hill Elementary
PUBLIC MEETING
Annexation: Vuong, 13642 SE 16th St
This being the date set and proper notices have been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public meeting to consider the 10% Notice
of Intent Petition to Annex for the Vuong Annexation for approximately 2.25 acres located at 13642 SE 116th St. (located north of NE 10th St. and west of Duvall Ave. NE).
Gary Del Rosario, Planning Technician, described the proposed annexation area and explained that the purpose of the City-initiated annexation is to create a surface water detention pond
to help relieve flooding in the area. Approximately one-half of the 2.25 acre parcel will be purchased by the City for that purpose. Explaining that existing King County zoning is
R-6 (up to six units per gross acre and up to nine units with incentives and transfer of density credits), he indicated that Renton's Comprehensive Plan designates the subject parcel
as Residential Single Family for which R-8 (Residential Single Family; eight dwelling units per acre) zoning is proposed.
Mr. Del Rosario reported that Water District #90 currently serves the subject area; Renton can provide access to sewers; and fire protection is covered by Fire District #25. In conclusion,
he stated that the proposal is consistent with City policies and there are no unusual cost issues; therefore, staff recommends acceptance of the 10% Notice of Intent Petition to Annex.
Public comment was invited. There being none it was MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC MEETING. CARRIED.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL: ACCEPT THE 10% NOTICE OF INTENT PETITION TO ANNEX; AUTHORIZE CIRCULATION OF THE 60% PETITION TO ANNEX; REQUIRE ADOPTION OF CITY
ZONING ON THE PROPERTY CONSISTENT WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; AND REQUIRE THAT THE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSUME A PROPORTIONAL SHARE OF THE CITY'S BONDED INDEBTEDNESS. 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 2001 and beyond. Items noted included:
A 30-member delegation from Renton's Sister City, Nishiwaki, Japan, will visit Renton this Friday, through Monday, July 30th.
The YWCA is starting a cell phone program for domestic violence victims and any victim who wants a free cell phone, pre-programmed to call 911, should call (425) 226-1266 or drop by
the Renton YWCA located at 1010 S. 2nd St.
The South County Journal Charitable Fund awarded $1,500 to the Renton Clothes Bank to supply free clothing to needy residents who reside within the Renton School District.
The teen musical The Wiz opened at Carco Theater on July 19th, and will run through August 11th. Show times are Thursday to Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees are at 2:00 p.m.
through July 29th.
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 2001 and beyond. Items noted included:
A 30-member delegation from Renton's Sister City, Nishiwaki, Japan, will visit Renton this Friday, through Monday, July 30th.
The YWCA is starting a cell phone program for domestic violence victims and any victim who wants a free cell phone, pre-programmed to call 911, should call (425) 226-1266 or drop by
the Renton YWCA located at 1010 S. 2nd St.
The South County Journal Charitable Fund awarded $1,500 to the Renton Clothes Bank to supply free clothing to needy residents who reside within the Renton School District.
The teen musical The Wiz opened at Carco Theater on July 19th, and will run through August 11th. Show times are Thursday to Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees are at 2:00 p.m.
through July 29th.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Evans – Community Swimming Pool
Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11th Pl., Renton, 98056, commented on how much his grandsons enjoy being on a swim team, and he noted that the average size of the community pools they use in other
communities are four lanes wide and twenty-five yards long. He inquired as to the possibility of the City working with a community such as the Renton Highlands to install a similarly
sized pool near the Highlands Community Center.
Mayor Tanner reported that there is a swimming pool listed in the City's Capital Improvement Program, and with or without a special levy, he anticipates that a pool will be built. He
indicated that the size of the pool would be similar to the size of the larger Henry Moses Pool, rather than the smaller size that Mr. Evans suggested. Acknowledging that there is
a lot of interest for a swimming pool in Renton, Councilman Corman suggested that installing a small community pool might be a good project for a neighborhood association.
Citizen Comment: Sienda – Pueblo Viejo Restaurant Noise Complaints
Annette Sienda, 236 Park Ave. N., Renton, 98055, complained of late night noise emanating from the Pueblo Viejo Restaurant located across the street from her house. Stating that she
has repeatedly called the police with noise complaints, and emphasizing that this type of business is not appropriate in a residential area, Ms. Sienda asked that the City do something
to alleviate the noise problems.
Mayor Tanner stated that the Police Department will investigate to see if the restaurant is violating the City's noise ordinance.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. At the request of Councilmember Briere, item 8.e. was removed for separate consideration.
Council Minutes of July 16, 2001
Approval of Council minutes of July 16, 2001. Council concur.
Community Services: Espresso Stand Operation at Renton Transit Center
Community Services Department requested approval for necessary modifications in the amount of $18,000 to the Passenger Service Center (PSC) at the Renton Transit Center for it to be
temporarily used as an espresso stand by the City Hall deli operator until Metro activates and staffs the building as a PSC. In exchange for the modifications, the espresso stand operator
agrees to secure and maintain the restrooms. Council concur.
Plat: Dalpay, Vicinity of NE 19th St & Redmond Ave NE (FP-01-050)
Development Services Division recommended approval, with conditions, of the Dalpay final plat; 29 single-family lots on 4.80 acres located in vicinity of NE 19th St., Redmond Ave. NE,
Queen Ave. NE and NE 21st St. (FP-01-050). Council concur. (See page 248 for resolution.)
Plat: Stone Lane, Queen Ave NE (FP-01-083)
Development Services Division recommended approval, with conditions, of the Stone Lane final plat; 14 single-family lots on 1.51 acres located on Queen Ave. NE between NE 4th and 6th
Streets (FP-01-083). Council concur. (See page 248 for resolution.)
Executive: Sister City Agreement with Cuautla, Jalisco, Mexico
Executive Department recommended approval of an Agreement for Sisterhood between the Cities of Cuautla, Jalisco, Mexico, of the Mexican United States, and Renton, Washington, of the
United States of America, at the official signing ceremony on August 17, 2001. Refer to Community Services Committee.
Utility: WRIA 9 Interlocal Agreement Amends, CAG-01-005
Executive Department requested approval of amendments to the Water Resource Inventory Area (WRIA) 9 Interlocal Agreement (CAG-01-005) which relate to representation on the WRIA 9 Forum
and WRIA 9 Forum Management Committee. Council concur.
Plat: Amberwood, NE 4th St (PP-00-150)
Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Amberwood preliminary plat; 18 single-family lots located on 4.63 acres located on NE 4th St. between Lyons Ave. SE and
Rosario Ave. SE (PP-00-150). Council concur.
Plat: Honey Creek Hill, NE Sunset Blvd (PP-01-024)
Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Honey Creek Hill preliminary plat; 16 single-family lots on 2.71 acres located at NE Sunset Blvd., west of Union Ave.
NE and north of NE 12th St. (PP-01-024). Council concur.
Plat: Morgan Place, NE 4th St & Lyons Ave NE (PP-01-028)
Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Morgan Place preliminary plat; 46 single-family lots on 15.89 acres located at NE 4th St. and Lyons Ave. NE (PP-01-028).
Included was letter from David Halinen, dated July 16, 2001, withdrawing related street vacation petition (VAC-01-002). Council concur.
Technical Services: 2001-2004 Surveying Services Roster
Technical Services Division requested approval of the 2001-2004 Surveying Services Roster which contains a list of nine professional land surveying firms as follows: Bush, Roed & Hitchings;
CTS Engineers, Inc.; David Evans and Associates; Entranco, Inc.; Inca Engineers, Inc.; Penhallegon Associates; Ringel & Associates; Triad Associates; and W & H Pacific, Inc. Council
concur.
Utility: Memo of Understanding on Impact Mitigation for I-405/SR-167 Interchange, WSDOT
Utility Systems Division requested approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) to allow the use of City property for mitigation
to riparian habitat impacts along Rolling Hills Creek as a result of construction activities associated with the I-405/SR-167 Interchange Flyover Project. Council concur. (See page
248 for resolution.)
Police: Yakima County Contract for Jail Services
Police Department requested approval of agreement with Yakima County for the housing of inmates in the Yakima County Jail. Budgeted amount is $451,300. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
Police: Jail Contract Negotiations with King County
Executive Department requested approval of a resolution to authorize the Mayor to appoint Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington to the Joint Negotiating Oversight Group, and Police
Chief Garry Anderson to the
Negotiating Team, to participate with other affected cities in negotiations with King County for a new jail contract. Council concur. (See page 248 for resolution.)
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 8.e. FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration
Item 8.e.
Plat: Briere Creek Division 2, Vicinity of NE 19th St & Duvall Ave NE (FP-01-092)
Citing a conflict of interest with item 8.e., Councilwoman Briere excused herself from the meeting. Time: 8:13 p.m.
Development Services Division recommended approval, with conditions, of the Briere Creek Division 2 final plat; 18 single-family lots on 3.68 acres located in the vicinity of NE 19th
St. and Duvall Ave. NE (FP-01-092). Council concur. (See below for resolution.)
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 8.e. AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL SUSPEND THE RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE RELATED RESOLUTION (ITEM 11.c.). CARRIED.
Separate Consideration
Item 8.e.
Plat: Briere Creek Division 2, Vicinity of NE 19th St & Duvall Ave NE (FP-01-092)
Citing a conflict of interest with item 8.e., Councilwoman Briere excused herself from the meeting. Time: 8:13 p.m.
Development Services Division recommended approval, with conditions, of the Briere Creek Division 2 final plat; 18 single-family lots on 3.68 acres located in the vicinity of NE 19th
St. and Duvall Ave. NE (FP-01-092). Council concur. (See below for resolution.)
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 8.e. AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL SUSPEND THE RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE RELATED RESOLUTION (ITEM 11.c.). CARRIED.
Resolution #3515
Plat: Briere Creek Division 2, Vicinity of NE 19th St & Duvall Ave NE (FP-01-092)
A resolution was read approving the Briere Creek Division 2 final plat; 3.68 acres located in the vicinity of NE 19th St. and Duvall Ave. NE (FP-01-092). MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED
BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Councilwoman Briere returned to the meeting. Time: 8:15 p.m.
OLD BUSINESS
Appeal: Heritage Renton Hill, Renton Hill Community Assoc (PP-00-053 & AAD-00-149)
Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler announced that the Planning and Development Committee report regarding the Heritage Renton Hill appeal will be presented at the August 6th Council meeting.
Community Services: "The Wiz" Teen Musical
Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler stated that the performers in the teen musical "The Wiz" are excellent and encouraged everyone to attend the show.
Transportation (Aviation) Committee
Airport: WorldWind Helicopters Operating Permit & Sublease
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Persson presented a report regarding WorldWind Helicopters, Inc. operating permit. The Committee recommended that:
The City Council authorize AeroDyne Aviation to sublease hangar and office space to WorldWind Helicopters, Inc. at 300 Airport Way, and
The City Council approve the operating permit between the City of Renton and WorldWind Helicopters, Inc., and that the Mayor and City Clerk execute the operating permit.
MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler stated for the record that the WorldWind Helicopters operating permit was one of the exceptions to the moratorium on the approval of leases, subleases and
operating permits at the Renton Airport.
Community Services Committee
EDNSP: Neighborhood Grant Program Logo
Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the logo for the Neighborhood Grant Program. The Committee met on July 17, 2001, to review staff's recommendations
for the design and implementation of a logo for the Neighborhood Grant Program. The logo is modeled on the current City of Renton logo and will be attached to all current and future
grant funded entrance signs and projects, when appropriate. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Utilities Committee
Utility: Water Service Transfer Agreement with Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge Water & Sewer District
Utilities Committee Chair Briere presented a report recommending concurrence in the Planning/Building/Public Works Department's recommendation to enter into interlocal cooperative agreements
with Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge Water and Sewer District for the transfer of water service to ten residences in the Skyway area from the District to the City. The Committee also recommended
that Council waive the outside City limits charge of 1.5 times the inside City limits charge for the ten properties affected by the transfer of water service.
The Committee further recommended that Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreements, and that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and
adoption. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See later this page for resolution.)
Utilities Committee
Utility: Water Service Transfer Agreement with Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge Water & Sewer District
Utilities Committee Chair Briere presented a report recommending concurrence in the Planning/Building/Public Works Department's recommendation to enter into interlocal cooperative agreements
with Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge Water and Sewer District for the transfer of water service to ten residences in the Skyway area from the District to the City. The Committee also recommended
that Council waive the outside City limits charge of 1.5 times the inside City limits charge for the ten properties affected by the transfer of water service.
The Committee further recommended that Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreements, and that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and
adoption. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See later this page for resolution.)
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3516
Plat: Dalpay, Vicinity of NE 19th St & Redmond Ave NE (FP-01-050)
A resolution was read approving the Dalpay Division 1 final plat; 4.80 acres located in the vicinity of Redmond Ave. NE, NE 19th St. and Queen Ave. NE (FP-01-050). MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3517
Plat: Stone Lane, Queen Ave NE (FP-01-083)
A resolution was read approving the Stone Lane final plat; 1.51 acres located in the vicinity of Queen Ave. NE, between NE 4th and 6th Streets (FP-01-083). MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED
BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3518
Utility: Memo of Understanding on Impact Mitigation for I-405/SR-167 Interchange, WSDOT
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an interlocal agreement on impact mitigation entitled "Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Renton
and Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)." MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3519
Utility: Water Service Transfer Agreement with Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge Water & Sewer District
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an interlocal cooperative agreement with Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge Water and Sewer District for the transfer of water
service to ten residences in the Skyway area. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3520
Police: Jail Contract Negotiations with King County
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor to appoint members to committees to negotiate a new jail contract with King County. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Appeal: Service Linen Expansion, Service Linen Supply (SA-00-131)
Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler inquired as to why construction has started at the Service Linen site while the appeal is still pending. Development Services Director Neil Watts explained
that Service Linen was allowed to continue their expansion efforts because the appeal is based on operational issues rather than construction issues related to the new building.
Citizen Comment: Northwest Area Foundation – Community Ventures Partnership Establishment
Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler reported receipt of a letter from Diane Wanner, Community Liaison with the Northwest Area Foundation, 332 Minnesota St., Suite E-1201, Saint Paul, Minnesota,
55101, expressing interest in forming a community ventures partnership in the Central South King County area. The Foundation is a private philanthropic organization whose mission is
to help communities reduce poverty in lasting ways and representatives would like to meet with City officials to further discuss this matter. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS CORRESPONDENCE TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Human Services: Funding
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ISSUE OF HUMAN SERVICES FUNDING TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Human Services: Funding
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ISSUE OF HUMAN SERVICES FUNDING TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:30 p.m.
Marilyn Petersen, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
July 23, 2001