HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-24-01RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
September 24, 2001 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
DAN CLAWSON, Council President; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; TERRI BRIERE; KING PARKER; DON PERSSON; RANDY CORMAN; TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
JESSE TANNER, Mayor; STEPHANIE DIKEAKOS, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; GARRY ANDERSON, Police
Department; ABDOUL GAFOUR, Water Utility Supervisor.
PROCLAMATION
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month – October, 2001, & National Mammography Day - October 19, 2001
A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the month of October, 2001, to be “National Breast Cancer Awareness Month” and October 19, 2001 to be National Mammography Day in the
City of Renton, recognizing that early detection and prompt treatment can significantly reduce suffering and deaths caused by this disease.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
APPEAL
Planning & Development Committee
Appeal: Montemayor Short Plat Appeal (SHP-01-005 & AAD-01-005)
Announcing a potential conflict of interest on the next item, Council President Clawson excused himself from the meeting. Time: 7:32 p.m.
Planning and Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report regarding the Montemayor short plat appeal (SHP-01-005 & AAD-01-005). The Planning & Development Committee
convened on September 20, 2001 to consider the appeal of the decision of the Hearing Examiner dated June 14, 2001. The subject property is located at the northeast corner of Benson
Road South and SE 29th Street. The applicant seeks an approval of a short plat as conditioned by City staff.
The applicant appealed the decision of the Hearing Examiner requiring the applicant to provide a thirty-five foot (35’) half street improvement requiring the dedication of the additional
land of the right of way known as 106th Place SE. City staff had recommended approval of the subdivision with only a 20-foot wide access road.
FINDINGS OF FACT
Staff recommended use of the existing right of way access through 20 feet of pavement with a Hammerhead turn around on an easement for emergency access. The use of the existing right
of way was required of the applicant to minimize direct driveways on Benson Road. Preliminary drainage plans were approved under the Administrative Short Plat Approval. No additional
dedication was required of the applicant under the staff recommendation.
106th Place SE, the right-of-way in question is 20 feet in width.
The Hearing Examiner made reference to a 26-foot private road standard as does staff during questioning. Neither the drainage nor the dedication impact on the developer was addressed.
The Hearing Examiner’s decision reversed the staff decision and required the applicant to provide a “half street” improvement.
RMC 4-6-060R(2)(b) requires a minimum of 35-foot of right of way, with 28 feet of paving and six feet for curb, gutter and sidewalk on the development frontage for a “half street” improvement.
Based on the width of 106th Place SE and the requirements for a “half street” the applicant would be required to dedicate a minimum of 15 feet to meet the code requirements.
The applicant’s property is located within an R-8 zone.
The requirement of the Hearing Examiner to dedicate additional land for the “half-street” improvement would reduce the net area of the site and cause the current four lot proposal to
exceed the maximum density limitation of the R-8 zone, requiring the project to be redesigned to three lots.
The record did not indicate whether alternatives such as street vacation were considered.
The Hearing Examiner’s findings do not address how the “half street” will improve any condition caused by this development as required before a dedication can be required.
The physical constraints of 106th Place SE, the subject right-of-way, on its northern exit onto S. 27th St. would indicate that the street would most likely never be more than 20 feet
wide.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
The Committee found that the record as provided is incomplete and, pursuant to RMC 4-8-110F(5) & RMC 4-8-110F(7), this matter should be remanded back to the Hearing Examiner for reconsideration
and clarification.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The Committee recommended that the City Council remand this proceeding to the Hearing Examiner for reconsideration and clarification of the following issues:
Did the Hearing Examiner wish a code compliant “half street” with its attendant 15-foot dedication of additional land required or something less as evidenced by the 26-foot paved access
referenced?
If the Hearing Examiner or this Council allows a 20-foot paved access, can drainage be accommodated by the applicant with the necessary dedication of land?
Is the current emergency ingress and egress adequate if a 20-foot access is allowed?
Would a full residential lot be lost if a “half street” were required?
Given the ultimate limitations of 106th Place SE, is the requirement for a “half street” reasonable?
How will the installation of a “half street” remedy a problem caused by this subdivision?
Were any other options, such as street vacation, considered?
The Committee was mindful of the need for a speedy resolution. Therefore, the Committee recommended that the City Council request the Hearing Examiner to place this matter on his calendar
as soon as possible.
The Committee recommended that the City Council waive the $75.00 filing fee should either party of record appeal the subsequent decision of the Hearing Examiner.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Council President Clawson returned to the meeting. Time: 7:39 p.m.
standard as does staff during questioning. Neither the drainage nor the dedication impact on the developer was addressed.
The Hearing Examiner’s decision reversed the staff decision and required the applicant to provide a “half street” improvement.
RMC 4-6-060R(2)(b) requires a minimum of 35-foot of right of way, with 28 feet of paving and six feet for curb, gutter and sidewalk on the development frontage for a “half street” improvement.
Based on the width of 106th Place SE and the requirements for a “half street” the applicant would be required to dedicate a minimum of 15 feet to meet the code requirements.
The applicant’s property is located within an R-8 zone.
The requirement of the Hearing Examiner to dedicate additional land for the “half-street” improvement would reduce the net area of the site and cause the current four lot proposal to
exceed the maximum density limitation of the R-8 zone, requiring the project to be redesigned to three lots.
The record did not indicate whether alternatives such as street vacation were considered.
The Hearing Examiner’s findings do not address how the “half street” will improve any condition caused by this development as required before a dedication can be required.
The physical constraints of 106th Place SE, the subject right-of-way, on its northern exit onto S. 27th St. would indicate that the street would most likely never be more than 20 feet
wide.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
The Committee found that the record as provided is incomplete and, pursuant to RMC 4-8-110F(5) & RMC 4-8-110F(7), this matter should be remanded back to the Hearing Examiner for reconsideration
and clarification.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The Committee recommended that the City Council remand this proceeding to the Hearing Examiner for reconsideration and clarification of the following issues:
Did the Hearing Examiner wish a code compliant “half street” with its attendant 15-foot dedication of additional land required or something less as evidenced by the 26-foot paved access
referenced?
If the Hearing Examiner or this Council allows a 20-foot paved access, can drainage be accommodated by the applicant with the necessary dedication of land?
Is the current emergency ingress and egress adequate if a 20-foot access is allowed?
Would a full residential lot be lost if a “half street” were required?
Given the ultimate limitations of 106th Place SE, is the requirement for a “half street” reasonable?
How will the installation of a “half street” remedy a problem caused by
APPEAL
Planning & Development Committee
Appeal: Montemayor Short Plat Appeal (SHP-01-005 & AAD-01-005)
Announcing a potential conflict of interest on the next item, Council President Clawson excused himself from the meeting. Time: 7:32 p.m.
Planning and Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report regarding the Montemayor short plat appeal (SHP-01-005 & AAD-01-005). The Planning & Development Committee
convened on September 20, 2001 to consider the appeal of the decision of the Hearing Examiner dated June 14, 2001. The subject property is located at the northeast corner of Benson
Road South and SE 29th Street. The applicant seeks an approval of a short plat as conditioned by City staff.
The applicant appealed the decision of the Hearing Examiner requiring the applicant to provide a thirty-five foot (35’) half street improvement requiring the dedication of the additional
land of the right of way known as 106th Place SE. City staff had recommended approval of the subdivision with only a 20-foot wide access road.
FINDINGS OF FACT
Staff recommended use of the existing right of way access through 20 feet of pavement with a Hammerhead turn around on an easement for emergency access. The use of the existing right
of way was required of the applicant to minimize direct driveways on Benson Road. Preliminary drainage plans were approved under the Administrative Short Plat Approval. No additional
dedication was required of the applicant under the staff recommendation.
106th Place SE, the right-of-way in question is 20 feet in width.
The Hearing Examiner made reference to a 26-foot private road standard as does staff during questioning. Neither the drainage nor the dedication impact on the developer was addressed.
The Hearing Examiner’s decision reversed the staff decision and required the applicant to provide a “half street” improvement.
RMC 4-6-060R(2)(b) requires a minimum of 35-foot of right of way, with 28 feet of paving and six feet for curb, gutter and sidewalk on the development frontage for a “half street” improvement.
Based on the width of 106th Place SE and the requirements for a “half street” the applicant would be required to dedicate a minimum of 15 feet to meet the code requirements.
The applicant’s property is located within an R-8 zone.
The requirement of the Hearing Examiner to dedicate additional land for the “half-street” improvement would reduce the net area of the site and cause the current four lot proposal to
exceed the maximum density limitation of the R-8 zone, requiring the project to be redesigned to three lots.
The record did not indicate whether alternatives such as street vacation were considered.
The Hearing Examiner’s findings do not address how the “half street” will improve any condition caused by this development as required before a dedication can be required.
The physical constraints of 106th Place SE, the subject right-of-way, on its northern exit onto S. 27th St. would indicate that the street would most likely never be more than 20 feet
wide.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
The Committee found that the record as provided is incomplete and, pursuant to RMC 4-8-110F(5) & RMC 4-8-110F(7), this matter should be remanded back to the Hearing Examiner for reconsideration
and clarification.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The Committee recommended that the City Council remand this proceeding to the Hearing Examiner for reconsideration and clarification of the following issues:
Did the Hearing Examiner wish a code compliant “half street” with its attendant 15-foot dedication of additional land required or something less as evidenced by the 26-foot paved access
referenced?
If the Hearing Examiner or this Council allows a 20-foot paved access, can drainage be accommodated by the applicant with the necessary dedication of land?
Is the current emergency ingress and egress adequate if a 20-foot access is allowed?
Would a full residential lot be lost if a “half street” were required?
Given the ultimate limitations of 106th Place SE, is the requirement for a “half street” reasonable?
How will the installation of a “half street” remedy a problem caused by this subdivision?
Were any other options, such as street vacation, considered?
The Committee was mindful of the need for a speedy resolution. Therefore, the Committee recommended that the City Council request the Hearing Examiner to place this matter on his calendar
as soon as possible.
The Committee recommended that the City Council waive the $75.00 filing fee should either party of record appeal the subsequent decision of the Hearing Examiner.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Council President Clawson returned to the meeting. Time: 7:39 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
A written report was read 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:
The 2001 Fall Recycling Day for Renton residents will be held Saturday, September 29th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Renton Technical College north parking lot.
Mayor Tanner proclaimed September 29th as the Mayors’ Day of Concern for the Hungry, similar to proclamations by mayors in 23 other cities. Donations of healthy food items are to be
collected at the Renton Thriftway to benefit the local Salvation Army Food Bank. Food donated at other sites will go to the Emergency Feeding Program. Donations and volunteers will
be needed. For more information, call 206-723-0647.
The Recreation Department’s greenhouse program will begin on October 1st, providing year-round temperature-controlled gardening for a fee of $20. The greenhouse is located next to the
Senior Center.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Fraidenburg – US Flag Display & Protocol
Shirley Fraidenburg, 3320 Talbot Rd. S., Renton, 98055, read a copy of her letter to the South County Journal expressing concern that the United States flag at Renton City Hall is not
displayed 24 hours per day, seven days per week. She and her husband, James, requested that policy be changed so that the flag is displayed around-the-clock, 365 days per year.
Mayor Tanner responded that, while this matter would be taken under consideration, it is important to know that the City follows national flag protocol by displaying the flag exactly
as is done at our nation’s Capitol, which is to lower the flag at dusk and raise it in the morning, with proper ceremony and in proper order, in strict conformity to the national standard.
Advancement to Old Business
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL SUSPEND THE RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE REPORT REGARDING ALDER/SEWER ASSESSMENT FEE PAYMENT. CARRIED.
Utility Committee
Utility: Alder – Sewer Assessment Fee Payment to Connect to City Sewer
Utilities Committee Chair Briere presented a report regarding a petition from David Alder to authorize time payments associated with special assessment districts. The committee concurred
with staff recommendation that this matter be referred to the Finance Committee with the following recommendations:
The policy should be for payment of any special assessment district charge within the following base criteria and not just address this issue toward the Aberdeen Sewer Assessment.
RMC 9-16 should be revised to allow for the payments over time. The code currently requires that payment be made at the time a permit is issued for connection.
The time payments should be for special assessment district charges only. Systems development charges and permit fees should be paid at the time of the permit issuance.
Time payments should be allowed only for the owner of an existing single-family home. Commercial properties, multi-family properties, and platting or short platting properties for development
should trigger the complete payment of fees per code.
The first payment should be due at the time of application for the permit, with additional payments due in annual time periods.
There should be a minimum special assessment district charge to allow time payments on. It is recommended that the minimum be $3,000 for the total of the special assessment district
fees.
There should be a maximum period of time to make payment. It is recommended that five payments, which would total four years (first payment due at connection, second payment due at
the end of the first year, etc.) be permitted. Based upon the recommendations for items 6 & 7, the minimum annual payment would be $600 per year plus interest.
This policy cannot apply to private latecomers. Under latecomers agreements, the city is required to collect the fees and pass them on to the developer at the time the property owner
connects.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR ON THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Utility Committee
Utility: Alder – Sewer Assessment Fee Payment to Connect to City Sewer
Utilities Committee Chair Briere presented a report regarding a petition from David Alder to authorize time payments associated with special assessment districts. The committee concurred
with staff recommendation that this matter be referred to the Finance Committee with the following recommendations:
The policy should be for payment of any special assessment district charge within the following base criteria and not just address this issue toward the Aberdeen Sewer Assessment.
RMC 9-16 should be revised to allow for the payments over time. The code currently requires that payment be made at the time a permit is issued for connection.
The time payments should be for special assessment district charges only. Systems development charges and permit fees should be paid at the time of the permit issuance.
Time payments should be allowed only for the owner of an existing single-family home. Commercial properties, multi-family properties, and platting or short platting properties for development
should trigger the complete payment of fees per code.
The first payment should be due at the time of application for the permit, with additional payments due in annual time periods.
There should be a minimum special assessment district charge to allow time payments on. It is recommended that the minimum be $3,000 for the total of the special assessment district
fees.
There should be a maximum period of time to make payment. It is recommended that five payments, which would total four years (first payment due at connection, second payment due at
the end of the first year, etc.) be permitted. Based upon the recommendations for items 6 & 7, the minimum annual payment would be $600 per year plus interest.
This policy cannot apply to private latecomers. Under latecomers agreements, the city is required to collect the fees and pass them on to the developer at the time the property owner
connects.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR ON THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Advancement to Old Business
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL SUSPEND THE RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE REPORT REGARDING THE NE 7TH ST. AND MONROE AVE. NE STORMWATER REPLACEMENT
PROJECT FUNDING. CARRIED.
Utility Committee
Utility: NE 7th St/Monroe Ave NE Stormwater Replacement Project Funding
Utilities Committee Chair Briere presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation that Council authorize award of the construction contract for the NE 7th St.
and Monroe Ave. NE Stormwater Replacement Project to the lowest responsive bidder if the following conditions are met: the low bid received on 9/18/2001, was less than $1,673,000,
a value representing the total of the remaining 2001 budget ($863,000) and proposed 2002 budget ($810,000); more than one bid was received; and the lowest, responsive bid contained
no irregularities. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See Consent Agenda for later action.)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing.
Council Minutes of September 17, 2001
Approval of Council minutes of September 17, 2001. Council concur.
Appeal: Northward Homes, Inc & Development Services Div, Site Plan & Preliminary Plat Approval (NE 4th St & Union Ave NE), LUA-01-082
City Clerk submitted two appeals of Hearing Examiner’s recommendation regarding a request for site plan and preliminary plat approval submitted by Northward Homes, Inc., for a 66-unit
townhouse project at NE 4th St. and Union Ave. NE. The appeals, filed by Northward Homes, Inc. and by the City of Renton Development Services Division, were each accompanied by the
required fee. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
Appeal: Northward Homes, Inc & Development Services Div, Site Plan & Preliminary Plat Approval (NE 4th St & Union Ave NE), LUA-01-082
City Clerk submitted two appeals of Hearing Examiner’s recommendation regarding a request for site plan and preliminary plat approval submitted by Northward Homes, Inc., for a 66-unit
townhouse project at NE 4th St. and Union Ave. NE. The appeals, filed by Northward Homes, Inc. and by the City of Renton Development Services Division, were each accompanied by the
required fee. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
CAG: 01-132, ADA Compliant Curb Ramps Project, APUS Services
City Clerk reported bid opening on 9/12/2001 for CAG-01-132, ADA Compliant Curb Ramps project; five bids; engineer’s estimate $39,821.08; and submitted staff recommendation to award
the contract to the low bidder, APUS Services, in the amount of $21,978.00. Council concur.
CAG: 01-157, NE 7th St & Monroe Ave NE Storm System Drainage Project, Ceccanti, Inc.
City Clerk reported bid opening on 9/18/2001 for CAG-01-157, NE 7th St. and Monroe Ave. NE Storm System Drainage Project, 13 bids, engineer’s estimate $1,565,452.48; and submitted staff
recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, Ceccanti, Inc., in the amount of $1,258,013.75. Council concur.
CAG: 01-158, Maplewood Well Water Main Replacement Phase III, Shoreline Construction Company
City Clerk reported bid opening on 9/19/2001 for CAG-01-158, Maplewood Well Water Main Replacement Phase III project, 7 bids; engineer’s estimate $291,850.56; and submitted staff recommendation
to award the contract to the low bidder, Shoreline Construction Co., in the amount of $208,068.03. Council concur.
CAG: 01-152, Park Lighting Renovation, Duchess Construction
City Clerk reported bid opening on 9/19/2001 for CAG-01-152, Park Lighting Renovation, 10 bids; engineer’s estimate $240,000, and low bid of $257,579.10 by Duchess Construction, Inc.
which was over budget. Refer to Finance Committee.
Planning: Airport Related Uses Zoning Text Amendments (IM Zone)
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommended a public hearing be set on 10/8/2001 to consider amendments to Title 4, Development Regulations, creating
an Airport District, and related definition and zoning changes to allow airport-related uses in the Industrial-Medium (IM) Zone. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
Annexation: Lee, Hoquiam Ave NE & NE 9th St
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommended a public hearing be set on 10/8/2001 to consider R-8 zoning for the Lee Annexation, 12 acres located
in the vicinity of Hoquiam Ave. NE at NE 9th St. Council concur.
Legal: City Clerk & Deputy City Clerk as Agents for Receiving Claims For Damages
Legal Division recommended approval of a resolution appointing the City Clerk and Deputy City Clerk as agents for receiving claims for damages as required by Chapter 119, Laws of 2001.
Council concur. (See page 332 for resolution.)
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Regarding the park lighting renovation, Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler suggested that energy-efficient lighting be considered.
CORRESPONDENCE
Citizen Comment: Jones, Miyu, Coe & Thompson – Fireworks Ban
Electronic letters were read from Sarajane Jones, 2311 NE 27th St., Renton, 98056; Raissa Miyu (no address), Jon Coe, (no address) and Jocelyn Thompson (no address), each requesting
that fireworks remain legal in Renton.
Citizen Comment: Wiemann – Fireworks Ban
Correspondence was read from W. F. Wiemann, 2116 Edmonds Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, endorsing a ban on fireworks in Renton due to noise and fire hazards from illegal fireworks.
Citizen Comment: Browne – Kennydale Neighborhood Picnic
Correspondence was read from Kim Browne, President of the Kennydale Neighborhood Association, 1211 N. 28th Pl., Renton, 98056, thanking the city for making their neighborhood picnic
possible in August through the Neighborhood Program Picnic Fund.
Citizen Comment: Browne – Kennydale Neighborhood Picnic
Correspondence was read from Kim Browne, President of the Kennydale Neighborhood Association, 1211 N. 28th Pl., Renton, 98056, thanking the city for making their neighborhood picnic
possible in August through the Neighborhood Program Picnic Fund.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE FIREWORKS-RELATED CORRESPONDENCE TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Larson – Heritage Hill Renton Plat Reconsideration Request
Correspondence was read from Ruth Larson, representative of the Renton Hill Community Association, 714 High Ave. S., Renton, 98055, requesting reconsideration of Council’s action on
9/10/2001 approving the Heritage Renton Hill preliminary plat. Also read was a letter written by City Clerk Marilyn Petersen to Ms. Larson clarifying the fact that, according to parliamentary
procedure, filing of a motion to reconsider would have been required by 9/17/2001 by a member who voted with the prevailing side.
Citizen Comment: Derham – Redistricting Commission Plans
Correspondence was read from Richard A. Derham, Redistricting Commission, 524 W. Comstock, Seattle, 98119, stating his intention to adopt Mayor Tanner’s proposal of limiting Renton
to three Washington State legislative districts, the 11th, 41st & 47th. Mr. Derham’s letter also stated that the Commission will hold a public hearing at North Seattle Community College
on October 5th at 7:00 p.m., plus they will be receiving public comment on the four proposed redistricting plans through the end of October.
OLD BUSINESS
Finance Committee
Finance: Vouchers
Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of Claim Vouchers 196572 – 197020, and one wire transfer totaling $1,796,078.00; and 539 direct deposits, payroll
vouchers 33999 – 34271, and one wire transfer, totaling $1,624,650.06. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3529
Legal: City Clerk & Deputy City Clerk as Agents for Receiving Claims For Damages
A resolution was read appointing the City Clerk and Deputy City Clerk as agents to receive claims for damages made under Chapter 4.96 RCW. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
WSDOT: I-405 Corridor Program & Draft EIS
Council President Clawson reported that the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced that the public comment period for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement
(DEIS) on the I-405 Corridor Program has been extended from 10/9/2001 to 10/24/2001. Mr. Clawson encouraged the public to review the DEIS at public libraries or on the web page, www.wsdot.wa.gov/I
-405, and to make comments and suggestions for improving mobility and reducing traffic congestion in the Renton/I-405 corridor. Additionally, Mr. Clawson stated that, along with the
I-405/SR 167 Flyover Ramp Ceremony on 9/27/2001 at 9:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Select, there will be an open forum on the I-405 Corridor Program and the public is invited to attend.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Gasca – I-405 Corridor Program
Melissa Gasca, 7828 S. 113th St., Seattle, 98178, expressed agreement with the City’s position supporting proposed additional lanes on I-405 to reduce traffic congestion.
Citizen Comment: Fraidenburg – US Flag Display & Protocol
James Fraidenburg, 3320 Talbot Road S, Renton, 98055, inquired as to whether the capitol in Washington D.C. displayed the U.S. flag 24 hours-per-day, seven days-per-week.
Mayor Tanner responded that the U.S. Capitol does not display the flag around-the-clock, and that even though Renton has proper protocol in place at the present time, the flag display
matter will be looked into further. Upon discussion, it was noted that in light of the recent terrorist attacks on our country, a national protocol change might be good to allow perpetual
flag display, and that congressional delegates could be contacted to encourage such a national change.
Citizen Comment: Fraidenburg – US Flag Display & Protocol
James Fraidenburg, 3320 Talbot Road S, Renton, 98055, inquired as to whether the capitol in Washington D.C. displayed the U.S. flag 24 hours-per-day, seven days-per-week.
Mayor Tanner responded that the U.S. Capitol does not display the flag around-the-clock, and that even though Renton has proper protocol in place at the present time, the flag display
matter will be looked into further. Upon discussion, it was noted that in light of the recent terrorist attacks on our country, a national protocol change might be good to allow perpetual
flag display, and that congressional delegates could be contacted to encourage such a national change.
Citizen Comment: Rutherford – Fireworks Ban
Melissa Rutherford, 17634 118th Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, expressed concern regarding a possible ban of fireworks in Renton. After discussion, it was MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN
TO REFER THE MATTER OF VIABILITY OF A PUBLIC FIREWORKS DISPLAY TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:31 p.m.
Marilyn Petersen, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Bonnie Walton
September 24, 2001