HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-06-02RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
May 6, 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; DAN CLAWSON; TERRI BRIERE; KING PARKER; DON PERSSON; RANDY CORMAN. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILWOMAN KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER.
CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator;
LESLIE BETLACH, Parks Director; JENNIFER TOTH HENNING, Principal Planner; LESLEY NISHIHIRA, Senior Planner; JASON JORDAN, Associate Planner; DEREK TODD, Assistant to the CAO; CYNDIE
PARKS, Community Program Coordinator; COMMANDER ROBERT SEELYE, Police Department.
PROCLAMATION
Mental Health Month – May, 2002
A proclamation by Mayor Tanner was read declaring the month of May, 2002, to be "Mental Health Month" in the City of Renton, and calling upon all Renton citizens, government agencies,
public and private institutions, businesses, and schools to recommit the community to increasing awareness and understanding of mental illness and the need for appropriate and accessible
services for all people with mental illnesses. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
Peggy Moll accepted the proclamation on behalf of Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation and other human service organizations. She stated that mental health matters to the health
and security of the Renton community and thanked the Mayor and Council for their generous support of human services.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Police: Volunteer Recognition
Community Program Coordinator Cyndie Parks presented the Volunteer Excellence Award to Police Department volunteer Larry Yates. Ms. Parks praised Mr. Yates for his 1500 hours of service,
and described his contributions as the vacation house check volunteer which entails checking the homes of residents while they are on vacation to ensure that their property is safe
and intact.
Councilman Persson reported that he has received many positive comments about the vacation house check program, and he commended Mr. Yates for his service.
PUBLIC HEARING
Development Services: Fence Height Regulations
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 potential revisions
to the maximum residential fence height regulations established in Title 4 of Renton City Code.
Jason Jordan, Associate Planner, outlined the current fence height regulations for interior and corner lots, and reviewed the definition of the clear vision area as the area bounded
by the street property lines of corner lots and a line joining points along said street lines 20 feet from their point of intersection. He pointed out that the maximum fence height
in the clear vision area is 42 inches. Reporting that the City has received numerous fence height violation complaints, Mr. Jordan stated that residents have asked for clarity and
equity within the fence height regulations.
PUBLIC HEARING
Development Services: Fence Height Regulations
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 potential revisions
to the maximum residential fence height regulations established in Title 4 of Renton City Code.
Jason Jordan, Associate Planner, outlined the current fence height regulations for interior and corner lots, and reviewed the definition of the clear vision area as the area bounded
by the street property lines of corner lots and a line joining points along said street lines 20 feet from their point of intersection. He pointed out that the maximum fence height
in the clear vision area is 42 inches. Reporting that the City has received numerous fence height violation complaints, Mr. Jordan stated that residents have asked for clarity and
equity within the fence height regulations.
Continuing, Mr. Jordan stated that staff recommends amending the maximum residential fence height regulations to allow fences up to a maximum height of 72 inches, except for portions
of the fences located within the clear vision area, regardless of their proximity to a public street. He concluded by saying that residential fences are not subject to building permit
review; therefore, the revisions would provide residents with regulations that are more equitable and understandable. The revisions would also provide City code enforcement staff with
more easily enforceable maximum fence height regulations.
Responding to Councilwoman Briere's inquiry, Mr. Jordan confirmed that the proposed 72-inch residential maximum fence height applies everywhere except for clear vision areas. He noted
that a special administrative fence permit is needed to allow 72-inch high fences along an arterial street.
Mayor Tanner recommended that Council approve revising City Code to allow fence heights up to 72 inches except in the clear vision areas.
Audience comment was invited.
Terry Sullivan, (mailing address) 1420 NW Gilman Blvd., #2151, Issaquah, 98027, stated that he lives in the Orchards development in Renton and expressed his concern that nearby 72-inch
high fences create a hazard when he backs out of his driveway. He said that he is not against allowing 72-inch high fences; however, care needs to be taken as to where they are allowed
and not allowed. Mr. Sullivan reviewed the issues that concern him regarding the fence heights, including the safety and visibility considerations of the fence height and distance
from driveways.
Mr. Sullivan displayed photographs depicting different views of his driveway and the street showing the limited sight distance as a result of neighboring fences. He expressed his concern
for the safety of bicyclists, rollerbladers and others because of the limited sight distances created by high fences.
Responding to Mr. Sullivan's comment about enforcement of the clear vision areas, City Attorney Larry Warren stated that the City has police power to enforce clear vision area regulations
when public safety is involved.
Councilman Corman suggested that the City consider applying clear vision area regulations to driveways as well as to streets.
Continuing, Mr. Sullivan showed a diagram of his home and driveway, and his neighbor's fence line. He suggested that the City reconsider the side yard heights, and phrase the ordinance
so that clear vision area issues are addressed in order to ensure public safety. Mayor Tanner assured Mr. Sullivan that public safety is the City's primary concern, and reiterated
his recommendation to permit 72-inch high fences as long as sight distance is not impaired.
Mayor Tanner stated that this matter has been referred to Planning and Development Committee, and he asked that Mr. Sullivan be notified when the Committee is scheduled to discuss it.
There being no further audience comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, 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 2002 and beyond. Items noted included:
The Renton-Cuautla Sister City Committee is sending a delegation to visit Cuautla, Jalisco, Mexico, from July 15th through July 22nd.
The Human Services Division recently updated the Renton Community Resource Directory, which is now available in English, Russian, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese.
As part of the five-year capital replacement plan, the Community Center installed new weight room equipment to replace the existing twelve-year-old equipment.
The City received and conditionally approved an aquifer protection closure permit application for the Texaco Star Mart located at 1017 Bronson Way S. The permit indicates the owner's
(Equilon Enterprises) intent to close the facility and remove the entire product fueling system by 10/13/2002, as required by the Aquifer Protection Ordinance. In conjunction with
the closure and relocation of the Stoneway Concrete batch plant by that same date, both of the major sources of hazardous materials within Zone 1 of the Aquifer Protection Area will
have been removed by the date required by the ordinance. This represents a major success of the ordinance in protecting the City's drinking water supply.
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 Renton-Cuautla Sister City Committee is sending a delegation to visit Cuautla, Jalisco, Mexico, from July 15th through July 22nd.
The Human Services Division recently updated the Renton Community Resource Directory, which is now available in English, Russian, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese.
As part of the five-year capital replacement plan, the Community Center installed new weight room equipment to replace the existing twelve-year-old equipment.
The City received and conditionally approved an aquifer protection closure permit application for the Texaco Star Mart located at 1017 Bronson Way S. The permit indicates the owner's
(Equilon Enterprises) intent to close the facility and remove the entire product fueling system by 10/13/2002, as required by the Aquifer Protection Ordinance. In conjunction with
the closure and relocation of the Stoneway Concrete batch plant by that same date, both of the major sources of hazardous materials within Zone 1 of the Aquifer Protection Area will
have been removed by the date required by the ordinance. This represents a major success of the ordinance in protecting the City's drinking water supply.
Utility: Aquifer Protection Ordinance
Mayor Tanner commented on the Aquifer Protection Ordinance, saying that the two businesses that are closing are the only two that have ever contaminated Renton's aquifer. He stated
that the closure and relocation of the businesses is a major success. Councilman Parker acknowledged the City's assistance in aiding the businesses to relocate.
Regional Issues: Tri-County Executives' Regional Transportation Plan
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg Zimmerman gave a briefing on the Tri-County (King, Snohomish, Pierce) Executives' proposed Regional Transportation Plan. He explained
that that the State Legislature put forward two transportation bills, one being the Statewide Transportation Plan, and the other being the formation of Regional Transportation Investment
Districts. The formation of the districts allows groups of counties to develop lists of transportation projects that are regionally important but will not be covered by the Statewide
Transportation Plan. Mr. Zimmerman indicated that the Regional Transportation Plan is expected to go on the ballot in November, along with the Statewide Transportation Plan.
Mr. Zimmerman reported that City staff has reviewed the Tri-County Executives' plan and described the projects and the taxes proposed in the plan. A significant portion of the improvements
in King County would be for transit/HOV improvements ($2.9 billion compared to $4.6 billion for roadway improvements). An additional $4.8 billion for roadway improvements could be
gained by introducing tolls at the Alaskan Way Viaduct, the I-405 Corridor, and the SR-520 Translake Corridor. He indicated that without tolls, the contribution for the I-405 Corridor
would be approximately $1 billion to $1.45 billion. Mr. Zimmerman pointed out that in combination with the $1.7 billion for the I-405 Corridor in the Statewide Transportation Plan,
the two plans
together, if approved by the voters, would result in $2.7 to $3.2 billion for the I-405 project. He stated that this is significantly less than the estimated $8 billion needed to construct
the project.
Continuing, Mr. Zimmerman indicated that City staff believes that more money is needed in the proposed Regional Transportation Plan for the I-405 Corridor and less for transit options.
He also expressed concern about the toll proposal, and the inclusion of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railroad right-of-way preservation. Per discussion of the proposal
with Ron Postuma of the King County Department of Transportation, Mr. Zimmerman stated that King County is interested in input from jurisdictions and is prepared to discuss the proposal
with sub-area transportation groups. He said he was advised that the best way for the City to provide input regarding the proposal is through the sub-area transportation groups or
through King County Councilmembers.
Councilman Parker noted that two out of the three counties must approve the proposed plan before it can go before the voters.
Councilman Corman expressed his disappointment with the proposed Regional Transportation Plan, especially with regards to the I-405 Corridor. Councilman Persson stated that the proposed
plan is unacceptable and asked if the Council can go on record as opposing the proposal. Mayor Tanner recommended that the Council take a position on the matter.
Councilman Clawson also expressed his disappointment with the proposal. He suggested that the City continue to review the proposed plan and make every effort to try to change it via
the sub-area transportation groups.
Stating that it will be interesting to learn what is discussed about the proposal in the upcoming sub-area transportation committee meetings, it was MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL REFER THE TRI-COUNTY EXECUTIVES' PROPOSED REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. At the request of Councilmembers, items 8.b. and 8.i. were removed for separate consideration.
Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes of April 22, 2002
Approval of Committee of the Whole meeting minutes of April 22, 2002. Council concur.
Court Case: Darwin L Bosteder, CRT-02-005
Court case filed in King County Superior Court by Attorney Eric R. Stahlfeld, 145 SW 155th St., Suite 101, Seattle, 98166, on behalf of Darwin L. Bosteder who alleges trespass and violation
of constitutional rights by search without valid warrant on April 27, 1999. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
CAG: 02-050, SR-900 – NE Sunset Blvd/Anacortes Ave NE Intersection Improvements, Totem Electric
City Clerk reported bid opening on 4/30/2002 for CAG-02-050, SR-900 – NE Sunset Blvd./Anacortes Ave. NE Intersection Improvement Project; seven bids; engineer's estimate $318,047.50;
and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to low bidder, Totem Electric of Tacoma, Inc., in the amount of $248,097.28. Council concur.
CAG: 02-002, SR-900 – S 2nd St Traffic Signal Safety Project, Totem Electric
City Clerk reported bid opening on 5/01/2002 for CAG-02-002, SR-900 – S. 2nd St. Traffic Signal Safety Project; five bids; engineer's estimate $165,300; and submitted staff recommendation
to award the contract to low bidder, Totem Electric of Tacoma, Inc., in the amount of $208,910 (budgeted amount $191,375). Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee for discussion
of funding.
CAG: 02-034, East Kennydale Sanitary Sewer Infill & Water Main Replacement, Frank Collucio Const Co
City Clerk reported bid opening on 4/30/2002 for CAG-02-034, East Kennydale Sanitary Sewer Infill and Water Main Replacement; seven bids; engineer's estimate $1,242,630.91; and submitted
staff recommendation to award the contract to low bidder, Frank Collucio Construction Company, in the amount of $1,030,126.02. Council concur.
CAG: 02-034, East Kennydale Sanitary Sewer Infill & Water Main Replacement, Frank Collucio Const Co
City Clerk reported bid opening on 4/30/2002 for CAG-02-034, East Kennydale Sanitary Sewer Infill and Water Main Replacement; seven bids; engineer's estimate $1,242,630.91; and submitted
staff recommendation to award the contract to low bidder, Frank Collucio Construction Company, in the amount of $1,030,126.02. Council concur.
Development Services: Boeing Renton Aircraft Manufacturing Facility Development Agreement
Development Services Division requested approval of a development agreement with Boeing to provide certainty and efficiency with respect to the City's applicable review and approval
processes for additional development of the Boeing Renton Aircraft Manufacturing Facility; 279 acres located at the south end of Lake Washington. Refer to Planning & Development Committee;
set public hearing on 5/20/2002.
Executive: Sister City Cuautla, Jalisco, Mexico Sisterhood Resolution
Executive Department requested authorization to adopt a resolution in recognition of Renton's Sister City relationship with Cuautla, Jalisco, Mexico. Council concur. (See page 166
for resolution.)
Human Services: 2002 CDBG Supplemental Funds Allocation
Human Services Division recommended setting a public hearing on 6/10/2002 to consider the allocation of the funding recommendations for the 2002 supplemental Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) capital funds in the amount of $210,857 and recapturing of funds. Refer to Community Services Committee; set public hearing for 6/10/2002.
Legal: Firemen's Pension Board, City Code Amend
Legal Division recommended approval of an ordinance amending City Code wording to comply with State law regarding Firemen's Pension Board membership. Refer to Finance Committee.
CAG: 01-179, Airport Building Demolition, Wyndham Design, Funding
Transportation Systems Division recommended authorization to allocate $6,000 in additional funding from the Airport Reserve Fund for additional costs and added security fencing for
the Airport Building Demolition Project (CAG-01-179). Council concur.
CAG: 01-133, Airport Seaplane Dock Facilities, Culbertson Marine Const, Funding
Transportation Systems Division recommended authorization to use $205,000 from the Airport Reserve Fund to cover additional costs incurred (existing dock replacement, design changes,
and rehabilitation of the Black River box culvert) for the Airport Seaplane Dock Facilities Project (CAG-01-133). Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
Utility: Sewer Service Restrictions Outside City Limits, City Code Amend
Utility Systems Division recommended approval of an ordinance restricting sanitary sewer service outside of the City limits to only allow service to public entities; to existing properties
with septic issues or that are within a health concern area; and to those developments for which the City has issued sewer availability certificates prior to this ordinance. Refer
to Utilities Committee.
Utility: CT Pipeline Wells RW-1 – 3 & Park Improvements, PWTF Loan
Utility Systems Division recommended acceptance of a twenty-year Public Works Trust Fund Construction Loan in the amount of $814,527 at an interest rate of 1/2%, for the CT Pipeline
for Wells RW-1, RW-2, RW-3 and Park Improvements Project. Council concur. (See page 166 for resolution.)
Utility: Maplewood Water Treatment Improvements, PWTF Loan
Utility Systems Division recommended approval to apply for a Public Works Trust Fund Construction Loan in the amount of $6,950,000 at an interest rate of 1/2%, for the Maplewood Water
Treatment Improvements Project. The City's project share is $1,747,960. Council concur.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEMS 8.b. AND 8.i. FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration
Item 8.b.
Council Meeting Minutes of April 22, 2002
Council President Nelson requested that the Council meeting minutes of April 22, 2002, be corrected as indicated:
Page 144, 3rd paragraph, insert Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler's comments at the end of the paragraph as follows:
Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler thanked Representative Jarrett, saying that he is a breath of fresh air in the Legislature and has great creative ideas. She stated that she hopes that
he will continue to put forth his fresh ideas and continue to work very hard for this region as he has already done during his term.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE ITEM 8.b. AS CORRECTED. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration
Item 8.b.
Council Meeting Minutes of April 22, 2002
Council President Nelson requested that the Council meeting minutes of April 22, 2002, be corrected as indicated:
Page 144, 3rd paragraph, insert Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler's comments at the end of the paragraph as follows:
Councilwoman Keolker-Wheeler thanked Representative Jarrett, saying that he is a breath of fresh air in the Legislature and has great creative ideas. She stated that she hopes that
he will continue to put forth his fresh ideas and continue to work very hard for this region as he has already done during his term.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE ITEM 8.b. AS CORRECTED. CARRIED.
Item 8.i.
Budget: 2002 Amendment, Veterans Memorial Park
Finance and Information Services Department requested approval of an ordinance adjusting the 2002 Budget by transferring fund balances in the amount of $389,000 for construction of
the Veterans Memorial Park. Refer to Finance Committee. Council concur.
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CHANGE THE ACTION ON ITEM 8.i. TO COUNCIL CONCUR. CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS
Community Services: Pavilion Building
Responding to Councilman Clawson's inquiry regarding the progress of the repairs to the Pavilion Building, Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington explained that the City is waiting
for a cost estimate to repair the doors and then will proceed with those repairs, as well as with the other needed building repairs.
Planning & Development Committee
Planning: Development Regulations (Title 4) Revisions
Planning and Development Committee Vice Chair Briere presented a report regarding the proposed 2001 Title 4 (Development Regulations) revisions to zoning interpretations, use table,
use notes and related City Code amendments. The Committee reviewed the proposed 2001 Title 4 policy docket items on April 4, and April 8, 2002. Issues raised by the Committee were
as follows:
Reference: RMC 4-2-120A – Consistency of residential zone lists. Issue: Found a Code section where abutting and adjacent landscaping width is treated differently by zone. Resolution:
Corrected error and double-checked other Code sections to ensure consistency in treating abutting and adjacent to residential zones.
Reference: RMC 4-2-110F – Nonconforming issue paper. Issue: Language currently only discusses meeting development standards and critical area regulations. Resolution: Add catch-all
language that says must meet all applicable City Codes for development of lot.
Reference: Nonconforming issue paper. Issue: Wanted clarity for what the 50% assessed value applies to (structure?) and at what point the assessment is taken to judge conformance
or nonconformance. Resolution: Review of existing language finds that these issues are taken care of in several places (RMC 4-9-120A, RMC 4-10-050A.3.b., RMC 4-10-050A.5.b.). No
change is proposed since existing language covers structures and uses, and is based upon most recent assessment on property prior to damage.
Reference: Lighting issue paper – proposed RMC 4-4-075E.3. Issue: Committee asked if park lights currently purchased meet the regulations as written. Resolution: Parks Director
stated that park lights do not meet the standards proposed. Ask for parks, trails, and golf course to be placed in the Exemption section since this would create a hardship and safety
hazard to people playing sports. Moved parks line to Exemption section.
The following items are recommended to be added to the Title 4 amendment ordinance:
RMC 4-4-080 Amendments: Parking Requirements Table
Title 4, Chapter 2, Screening
Title 4, Chapters 2 and 4, Green River Valley Landscaping
Consistency of Residential Zone Lists to Apply Stricter Development Standards, as modified in Committee (see A. on previous page)
Title 4, Chapter 10, Nonconforming Uses, as modified in Committee (see B. and C. on previous page)
Title 4, Chapter 2, Effective Date of Regulations
Title 4, Chapter 2, Setbacks
Title 4, Chapter 4, Lighting Standards (see D. above)
The following items are recommended to be added to the Title 4 amendment ordinance:
RMC 4-4-080 Amendments: Parking Requirements Table
Title 4, Chapter 2, Screening
Title 4, Chapters 2 and 4, Green River Valley Landscaping
Consistency of Residential Zone Lists to Apply Stricter Development Standards, as modified in Committee (see A. on previous page)
Title 4, Chapter 10, Nonconforming Uses, as modified in Committee (see B. and C. on previous page)
Title 4, Chapter 2, Effective Date of Regulations
Title 4, Chapter 2, Setbacks
Title 4, Chapter 4, Lighting Standards (see D. above)
The amendments pertaining to Title 6 (Police Regulations) of the Renton Municipal Code have been separated from the overall Title 4 ordinance for reporting purposes. The Committee
further recommended that both the Title 4 ordinance and the companion Title 6 ordinance be presented for first reading. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT.*
Councilman Corman commended the Committee for all of their work on this matter.
*MOTION CARRIED. (See page 166 for ordinances.)
Utilities Committee
Utility: Parkway Townhomes Water Quality
Utilities Committee Chair Briere presented a report regarding the Parkway Townhomes water quality. The Committee was briefed on the issue and recommended that no action be taken at
this time. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services Committee
Community Services: Off-Leash Dog Park, South King County (SeaTac)
Community Services Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding the proposed South King County off-leash dog park. The Committee recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation
that the City of Renton continue participating on the South King County Task Force for the development of the South King County off-leash area dog park.
The Committee further recommended that the City not commit funding for the development, maintenance and operations of the South King County off-leash area dog park at this time. Since
there is currently no consideration to place an off-leash facility within City limits, the Committee further recommended that this item be removed from the Public Safety Committee at
this time. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services: Springbrook Trout Farm Potential Property Purchase, Talbot Rd S
Community Services Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to not pursue the acquisition of the Springbrook Trout Farm for a future
recreation area. The Committee further recommended that the Parks Director be authorized to address a letter to the sales associate representing the owners of the Springbrook Trout
Farm reflecting the City's decision. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Responding to Councilman Parker's inquiry regarding the Committee's decision, Councilman Corman explained that the City owns undeveloped park property adjacent to the Springbrook Trout
Farm property, and there is a plan for development of the property. He stated that there are also environmental issues related to the creek located on the Springbrook Trout Farm property,
and restoration of the creek would be expensive.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Community Services: Springbrook Trout Farm Potential Property Purchase, Talbot Rd S
Community Services Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to not pursue the acquisition of the Springbrook Trout Farm for a future
recreation area. The Committee further recommended that the Parks Director be authorized to address a letter to the sales associate representing the owners of the Springbrook Trout
Farm reflecting the City's decision. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Responding to Councilman Parker's inquiry regarding the Committee's decision, Councilman Corman explained that the City owns undeveloped park property adjacent to the Springbrook Trout
Farm property, and there is a plan for development of the property. He stated that there are also environmental issues related to the creek located on the Springbrook Trout Farm property,
and restoration of the creek would be expensive.
*MOTION CARRIED.
EDNSP: 2002 Neighborhood Grant Program
Community Services Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding the 2002 neighborhood grant applications. The Committee reviewed funding for the following grant applications
on May 6, 2002.
The Committee recommended approval of the following capital grant applications:
Honey Creek Ridge Homeowners Association – Colorful plantings in neighborhood traffic circles. ($781.88)
Tiffany Park Homeowners Association – Beautification of neighborhood traffic circles and park. ($2,000)
North Renton Neighborhood Association – Beautification of neighborhood traffic circles. ($409.22)
Highbury Park Homeowners Association – One large neighborhood identification sign to be located at the neighborhood center/common area and five smaller signs of similar design at several
locations along the periphery of the neighborhood. ($3,558)
Summerwind Homeowners Association – Neighborhood park upgrades project, which includes replacement of two picnic tables and several bushes within the neighborhood. ($1,360)
Highlands Community Association – Entrance sign into the Highlands community. ($4,890)
The Committee also recommended approval of funding for the following administrative newsletter applications:
North Renton Neighborhood Association – Annual printing expenses for a monthly newsletter. Newsletters are hand delivered. ($939)
Highbury Park Homeowners Association – Annual printing expenses for a newsletter printed and hand delivered twice a year. ($80)
Summerwind Homeowners Association – Annual printing and postal expenses for a quarterly newsletter. ($279)
Kennydale Neighborhood Association – Annual printing and postal expenses for a quarterly newsletter. ($1,500)
The Committee recommended denial of funding for the following project applications, as they do not currently meet the criteria of the Neighborhood Program:
Summerwind Homeowners Association – Removal of six large maple trees that line NE Sunset Blvd. and Field Ave. NE on private property at the Sunset entrance into the Summerwind neighborhood.
Renton Hill Community Association – Traffic circle rehabilitation located on the cul-de-sac at the east end of SE 7th St.
The Committee recommended denial of funding for the following administrative (newsletter) application, as it does not currently meet the criteria of the Neighborhood Program:
Honey Creek Ridge Homeowners Association – Interactive website and computer to build and host it in a private residence.
The Committee further recommended that a Special Presentation be held on May 20, 2002, to award the grant certificates to the grant recipients.*
Councilman Corman stated that the Committee discussed the applications that were denied at length and encouraged those neighborhood groups to reshape their projects and apply again for
the second round of the 2002 neighborhood project funding.
*MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
The Committee recommended denial of funding for the following administrative (newsletter) application, as it does not currently meet the criteria of the Neighborhood Program:
Honey Creek Ridge Homeowners Association – Interactive website and computer to build and host it in a private residence.
The Committee further recommended that a Special Presentation be held on May 20, 2002, to award the grant certificates to the grant recipients.*
Councilman Corman stated that the Committee discussed the applications that were denied at length and encouraged those neighborhood groups to reshape their projects and apply again for
the second round of the 2002 neighborhood project funding.
*MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3563
Executive: Sister City Cuautla, Jalisco, Mexico Sisterhood Resolution
A resolution was read recognizing the sister city relationship between the City of Renton, Washington, of the United States, and Cuautla, Jalisco, of the United Mexican States. MOVED
BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3564
Utility: CT Pipeline Wells RW-1 – 3 & Park Improvements, PWTF Loan
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an interlocal cooperative agreement with the State of Washington Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development
entitled, "Public Works Trust Fund Construction Loan Agreement Number PW-02-691-045" for construction of the CT Pipeline for Wells RW-1, RW-2, RW-3 and Parks Improvement Project. MOVED
BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the Council meeting of 5/13/2002 for second and final reading:
Planning: Development Regulations (Title 4) Revisions
An ordinance was read amending Section 1-3-4A of Chapter 3, Remedies and Penalties, of Title 1 (Administrative), and Chapters 1 through 11 of Title 4 (Development Regulations) of City
Code to reduce and reorganize the City's Development Regulations in a more user-friendly and less costly to amend format. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE
FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/13/2002. CARRIED.
Planning: Police Regulations (Title 6) Revisions (Related to Title 4 Revisions)
An ordinance was read amending Sections 6-6-3, 6-6-4, 6-6-8, and 6-6-11, and adding a new Section, 6-6-12, Wild and Dangerous Animals, of Chapter 6, Animals and Fowl at Large, of Title
6 (Police Regulations) of City Code by updating references to Title 4 tables, adding definitions, and adding penalty provisions for unlawful acts. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/13/2002. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Community Services: Skate Park
Reporting that the Skate Park has been experiencing problems with dirt in the bowl, it was MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL REFER THE SKATE PARK MATTER TO THE COMMUNITY
SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR A BRIEFING. CARRIED.
Human Services: Renton Youth Day
Stating that he attended the Renton Youth Day event held on April 27th, Councilman Corman commended everyone who contributed to making Renton Youth Day a success.
Fire: Staffing
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL REFER THE TOPIC OF FIRE DEPARTMENT STAFFING TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Fire: Staffing
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL REFER THE TOPIC OF FIRE DEPARTMENT STAFFING TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 45 MINUTES TO DISCUSS PROPERTY ACQUISITION AND PENDING LITIGATION. CARRIED. Time: 9:13 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:58 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers present except Keolker-Wheeler, previously excused.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:59 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
May 6, 2002