HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-08-02RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
April 8, 2002 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
TONI NELSON, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; DON PERSSON; KING PARKER; TERRI BRIERE; KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER; DAN CLAWSON.
CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
JESSE TANNER, Mayor; LAWRENCE J. WARREN; City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; DEREK TODD, Assistant to the CAO; COMMANDER
KATHLEEN MCCLINCY, Police Department.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
School District: School Construction Bond Election, April 23, 2002
Renton School District Superintendent Dr. Dolores Gibbons announced that the Renton School District school construction bond election will be held on April 23, 2002. She stated that
this measure is the same as was presented to voters in February; however, it failed to reach the 60 percent supermajority needed to pass. Dr. Gibbons explained that in the late 1980s,
a 20-year goal was established to remodel or rebuild all of the buildings in the school district. Reviewing what has been accomplished and what is being accomplished during phase I
and phase II of the 20-year facilities plan, she stated that the upcoming election represents phase III, and she detailed the proposed upgrades and improvements planned for phase III.
Continuing, Dr. Gibbons stated that the capital bond measure on the ballot for April 23rd is a 20-year bond proposal in the amount of $155,000,000. She explained that the school improvements
will be paid for with a minimal tax rate increase beginning 2003 of 50 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value. If the bond measure is passed, the total tax rate, including this
bond, existing bonds and the recent voter approved levy, will be $3.89 per $1,000 of assessed value. Dr. Gibbons concluded by saying that additional information about the bond measure
can be obtained by contacting the school district or by visiting its website at www.renton.wednet.edu.
Council President Nelson commented that the new schools are wonderful and the students are proud of them. Councilman Parker added that a community is measured in part by its schools,
and the schools exemplify the City's economic development activities.
Human Services: King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC)
Lindsey Anne Palmer, Director of Education for the King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC), read a proclamation by the State of Washington declaring the week of April 7-13,
2002, as Sexual Assault Awareness Week. Ms. Palmer expressed her appreciation to individuals in the community who help support KCSARC, and she acknowledged the assistance provided
by the Renton business community for providing meeting space to KCSARC over the years. In conclusion, Ms. Palmer recognized the following for their generous support: Renton Community
Center, Renton Historical Museum, Wells Street Café, and Silver Cloud Inn.
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 2002 and beyond. Items noted included:
The Parks Department received the 2001 Blue Ribbon Trail of the Year award and plaque from the Washington Water Trails Association in recognition of excellence in the development and
management of water trails.
The City has received notice from The Boeing Company terminating portions of the Apron C Boeing Lease at the Renton Airport, effective May 1, 2002, which consist of approximately 250,000
square feet. The area will revert to the control of the City of Renton.
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 2002 and beyond. Items noted included:
The Parks Department received the 2001 Blue Ribbon Trail of the Year award and plaque from the Washington Water Trails Association in recognition of excellence in the development and
management of water trails.
The City has received notice from The Boeing Company terminating portions of the Apron C Boeing Lease at the Renton Airport, effective May 1, 2002, which consist of approximately 250,000
square feet. The area will revert to the control of the City of Renton.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Petersen – Request for Budget & Financial Information
Inez Petersen, 3306 Lake Washington Blvd. N. #2, Renton, 98056, thanked the Finance Committee for their assistance in clarifying how she can obtain the budget and financial information
she requested. She also asked Council to consider the construction of an indoor swimming pool, similar to the Bellevue Aquatic Center, so that families can swim all year long.
Citizen Comment: Darst – Veterans Memorial Park
Pat Darst, 2601 Edmonds Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, said he attended the Finance Committee at which funding for the Renton Veterans Memorial was discussed. He indicated that discussion
included: the possibility of waiting a couple of years to build the memorial, and obtaining more money for the memorial from businesses. In response, Mr. Darst described the efforts
he has made in obtaining contributions for the memorial and detailed the amounts received so far from various businesses. Stating that he is proud to be a veteran, he emphasized the
importance of recognizing veterans in this manner and explained how veterans have contributed to the country.
Having reached the end of his five-minute comment period, the Council agreed to allow Mr. Darst five more minutes to speak.
Comparing the memorial's design to the memorial erected in the City of Auburn, Mr. Darst explained that because of the design, the Renton memorial should encounter little if any vandalism,
and should not cost the City very much to maintain. In conclusion, Mr. Darst urged Council to use the City's budget surplus to fund the Veterans Memorial.
Councilman Clawson commented that there are a number of projects being proposed, and the City is currently in the process of determining how to use the budget balance. He stated that
the amount needed to complete the memorial is substantial, and he wants to make sure that the City spends the surplus funds wisely. Mr. Clawson expressed his support for the project
and noted that the City has already provided the land for the memorial.
Citizen Comment: Almeda – Veterans Memorial Park
Carlos Almeda, 815 S. 195th St., Des Moines, 98148, identified himself as the District 11 Commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and a member of the Renton VFW Post 1263. Mr.
Almeda requested that the City support the completion of the Veterans Memorial, saying that the memorial honors all past, present and future men and women of the armed forces.
Councilman Corman stated that the Council has been studying this project and indicated that he is confident that the City will find a way to complete it. Council President Nelson also
expressed her support for the memorial and emphasized that the memorial will be completed.
Citizen Comment: Keesy – Veterans Memorial Park
Lester Keesy, past Commander of VFW 1965/1966, 12664 SE 169th Pl., Renton, 98058, acknowledged the Council's support of the memorial and stated that he is a member of the Honor Guard
which is proud to serve City of Renton and the surrounding community.
Councilman Clawson reported that Council was informed during budget deliberations last fall that there was not enough money to adequately staff the Police Department. He expressed his
concern about the lack of staffing and hoped that there would be enough money to fund basic public services as well as the memorial. Acknowledging the importance of further discussion
on these issues, Councilman Corman stated that he was Public Safety Committee Chair last year and indicated that he believes that there is adequate funding to provide for public safety.
Mayor Tanner stated for the record that Renton is one of a few cities in the Puget Sound Region that has not cut services to its citizens.
Citizen Comment: Keesy – Veterans Memorial Park
Lester Keesy, past Commander of VFW 1965/1966, 12664 SE 169th Pl., Renton, 98058, acknowledged the Council's support of the memorial and stated that he is a member of the Honor Guard
which is proud to serve City of Renton and the surrounding community.
Councilman Clawson reported that Council was informed during budget deliberations last fall that there was not enough money to adequately staff the Police Department. He expressed his
concern about the lack of staffing and hoped that there would be enough money to fund basic public services as well as the memorial. Acknowledging the importance of further discussion
on these issues, Councilman Corman stated that he was Public Safety Committee Chair last year and indicated that he believes that there is adequate funding to provide for public safety.
Mayor Tanner stated for the record that Renton is one of a few cities in the Puget Sound Region that has not cut services to its citizens.
Advancement to Finance Committee Report
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL SUSPEND THE RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee
Finance: Veterans Memorial Park & Swimming Pool Funding
Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending that the matter of funding for the Veterans Memorial Park and the swimming pool be referred to the Committee of the Whole
and that Committee of the Whole establish a time to discuss the swimming pool and Veterans Memorial Park funding. The Committee further recommended that at the Committee of the Whole
meeting, the Council establish time to take informal public comment about these two proposed projects. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT
AND SET THE DATE TO DISCUSS THE MATTER AT THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING ON APRIL 22, 2002, AT 6:00 P.M. CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing.
Council Meeting Minutes of April 1, 2002
Approval of Council meeting minutes of April 1, 2002. Council concur.
Plat: Liberty Ridge Phase 3, Edmonds Ave NE (FP-02-007)
Development Services Division recommended approval of the Liberty Ridge Phase 3 Final Plat; 38 single-family lots on 9.1 acres located in the vicinity of Edmonds Ave. NE and NE 3rd
and 4th Streets (FP-02-007). Council concur. (See page 126 for resolution.)
Planning: 2001 Annual Update of the Zoning Book & Wall Map
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommended approval of the 2001 annual amendments to the City's Zoning Book and Wall Map. (See page 126 for ordinance.)
Police: Criminal Code Adoption from RCW
Legal Division recommended adopting portions of the criminal code of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) to Section 6-10-1 of the Renton City Code. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
Streets: Oakesdale Ave SW Temporary Street Closure
Transportation Systems Division recommended a four-day temporary closure from April 15 to April 18, 2002, of Oakesdale Ave. SW between SW 16th St. to SW 27th St.; and SW 27th St. between
Oakesdale Ave. SW and Lind Ave. SW for reconstruction of the intersection. Council concur. (See page 126 for resolution.)
Solid Waste: 2002-2003 Waste Reduction & Recycling Grant Agreement, King County
Utility Systems Division recommended approval of the 2002-2003 Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant Interlocal Agreement with King County which provides for $103,650 in funding to implement
Special Recycling Events, a Business Recycling Program and the Natural Yard Care Program. Refer to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Added
CORRESPONDENCE
Citizen Comment: Bowen – Parkway Townhomes Plumbing Problems
Correspondence was read from Ethan A. Bowen, Parkway Townhomes Homeowners Association Secretary, 4708-B NE 18th Pl., Renton, 98059, describing excessive corrosion and premature failure
of the plumbing for hot water heaters at Parkway Townhomes allegedly due to the quality of Renton's water. Mr. Bowen recommended that the plumbing code be revised or the quality of
the water be improved, and requested Council attention to the matter. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THIS CORRESPONDENCE TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Gullekson – Use of Property Owned by Tydico Const Co
An electronic letter was read from Ed and Sandy Gullekson, 111 Bremerton Pl. NE, Renton, 98059, requesting assistance with the use of property owned by Tydico Construction Company and
located in King County. The letter states that neighboring residents are subjected to excessive noise due to the dumping of unknown materials on the property, and they expressed concern
that underground fuel tanks located on the property may be leaking into an adjacent stream bed. The Gullekson's requested that an injunction be filed against Tydico to stop their business
activities.
Councilman Persson stated that this has been an ongoing problem, and pointed out that the affected homeowners are Renton residents while the Tydico property is located in King County.
He recommended that the City Attorney write a letter to the King County Prosecuting Attorney to encourage him to take legal action against Tydico. City Attorney Larry Warren said
that he would write a letter, but expressed concern that it may not be very effective.
Mayor Tanner stated that King County has cited Tydico, but Tydico is ignoring the citation. He agreed that although sending a letter may not be very effective, it would not hurt, and
recommended that the Gullekson's letter be sent to all King County Councilmembers with a cover letter from the City of Renton.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL AUTHORIZE THE ADMINISTRATION TO FORWARD THE CORRESPONDENCE ALONG WITH A COVER LETTER FROM THE CITY SIGNED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL PRESIDENT
TO THE KING COUNTY EXECUTIVE AND COUNCILMEMBERS. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS
Finance Committee
Finance: Vouchers
Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of Claim Vouchers 202603 – 203052 and two wire transfers totaling $2,470,916.48; and approval of Payroll Vouchers
37277 – 37515, one wire transfer and 548 direct deposits totaling $1,674,697.79. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Fire Station #12 Construction Bond Issuance
Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending that City Council authorize the administration to issue bonds to finance the construction of Fire Station #12. The amount
of the bonds to be issued will be based upon requirements of the project and an amount determined from the fire mitigation fund. Further, the debt service for the bonds will be paid
from future fire mitigation fees and revenues.*
Councilman Parker pointed out that the bonds will be paid, not from the general fund, but from the fire mitigation fund which are funds collected from development.
*MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Fire Station #12 Construction Bond Issuance
Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending that City Council authorize the administration to issue bonds to finance the construction of Fire Station #12. The amount
of the bonds to be issued will be based upon requirements of the project and an amount determined from the fire mitigation fund. Further, the debt service for the bonds will be paid
from future fire mitigation fees and revenues.*
Councilman Parker pointed out that the bonds will be paid, not from the general fund, but from the fire mitigation fund which are funds collected from development.
*MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation (Aviation) Committee
Airport: Bruce Leven Lease Addendum #6 (LAG-88-001)
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation that Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
Addendum #06-02 to LAG-88-001, Renton Airport lease with Bruce J. Leven, to document the existing use of a portion of the West Side Office Property. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Airport: A-1 Fuel Services Operating Permit & Agreement
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation that Council approve a ten-year operating permit and agreement
for A-1 Fuel Services, Inc., for the continuation of an existing fueling business, and to provide other aviation-related services at the Renton Airport. The Committee further recommended
that Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the operating permit and agreement. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Transportation: Transit Signal Priority System Contract Addendum, IBI Group
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending that Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into the supplemental agreement with IBI Group,
Inc. for professional consulting services for the Transit Signal Priority System Project (CAG-01-098). The supplemental agreement in the amount of $48,080 is for professional design
services, which were not included in the original contract. The funding will come from the approved Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Transit Priority Signal System
(Fund 317) and $3,965 paid by the Utilities Division. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning & Development Committee
Development Services: Fence Height Regulations
Planning and Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a report regarding maximum residential fence height regulations. The Committee met to review and discuss potential
revisions to the maximum residential fence height regulations established in Title 4 (Development Regulations).
Currently, City Code limits the height of residential fences to a maximum of four feet when located adjacent to a public street. The Committee recommended that staff explore options
that would allow for flexibility within the fence height regulations. The options explored should take into consideration visual safety concerns. The Committee also recommended that
the Council be directed to schedule a public hearing to discuss the fence code amendments on May 6, 2002. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler encouraged citizens who have concerns about the visual safety issues related to fence height to attend the public hearing and express their opinions.
Public Safety: 800-MHz Radios & Police Department Staffing
Councilman Clawson reported that the issues of the 800-MHz radios and Police Department staffing are still being discussed by the Public Safety Committee.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3559
Plat: Liberty Ridge Phase 3, Edmonds Ave NE (FP-02-007)
A resolution was read approving the Liberty Ridge Phase 3 Final Plat; approximately 9.1 acres located in the vicinity of Edmonds Ave. NE and NE 3rd and 4th Streets (FP-02-007). MOVED
BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3559
Plat: Liberty Ridge Phase 3, Edmonds Ave NE (FP-02-007)
A resolution was read approving the Liberty Ridge Phase 3 Final Plat; approximately 9.1 acres located in the vicinity of Edmonds Ave. NE and NE 3rd and 4th Streets (FP-02-007). MOVED
BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3560
Streets: Oakesdale Ave SW Temporary Street Closure
A resolution was read authorizing a four-day temporary closure of Oakesdale Ave. SW between SW 16th St. and SW 27th St.; and SW 27th St. between Oakesdale Ave. SW and Lind Ave. SW for
reconstruction of the intersection of SW 27th St. and Oakesdale Ave. SW. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3561
Streets: S 180th St/SW 43rd St Closure (Tukwila's Grade Separation Project)
A resolution was read authorizing the temporary closure of S. 180th St./SW 43rd St. for a period of 12 months starting on April 15, 2002, during the grade separation project by the
City of Tukwila. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The follow ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the Council meeting of 4/15/2002 for second and final reading:
Planning: 2001 Annual Update of the Zoning Book & Wall Map
An ordinance was read adopting the 2001 amendments to the zoning classifications of properties located within the City of Renton. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL
REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 4/15/2002. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
SCA: By-Laws
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE TOPIC OF THE SUBURBAN CITIES ASSOCIATION BY-LAWS TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 8:40 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
April 8, 2002