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HomeMy WebLinkAboutmi020110RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting February 1, 2010 Monday, 7 p.m. MINUTES Council Chambers Renton City Hall CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCILMEMBERS CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE PROCLAMATION Renton Hearth Month February 2010 SPECIAL PRESENTATION Fire: Renton Heart Month February 2010 AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: Simmons • Lindbergh Pool Closure Mayor Law called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. DON PERSSON, Council President; MARCIE PALMER; RANDY CORMAN; GREG TAYLOR; RICH ZWICKER; TERRI BRIERE; KING PARKER. DENIS LAW, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; ALEX PIETSCH, Community and Economic Development Administrator; TERRY HIGASHIYAMA, Community Services Administrator; MARTY WINE, Assistant CAO; PREETI SHRIDHAR, Communications Director; INTERIM FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR MARK PETERSON and EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR DEBORAH NEEDHAM, Fire & Emergency Services Department; DEPUTY CHIEF TIM TROXEL and COMMANDER CHARLES KARLEWICZ, Police Department. A proclamation by Mayor Law was read declaring the month of February 2010 to be "Renton Heart Month" in the City of Renton and encouraging all citizens to increase their awareness of cardiovascular disease, detection, and prevention by participating in this important community risk reduction campaign. MOVED BY TAYLOR, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED. Interim Fire and Emergency Services Administrator Mark Peterson accepted the proclamation with appreciation. Chief Peterson stated that sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in America and is the reason the Renton Heart Month campaign was created in 2007. He remarked that each year the campaign's goal is to educate more people about the risks associated with sudden cardiac death and about stroke awareness. He stated that last year over 4,000 people had their blood pressure and blood sugar screened and 800 citizens were identified with some form of health risk. Chief Peterson announced that this year's theme is "Passport to a Healthy Heart" and stated that residents can pick up a passport booklet at any fire station. He explained that the three places the booklet must be stamped are for blood pressure/sugar screening, heart health training, and visiting local sponsors. Chief Peterson further explained that those residents who receive all three stamps will be signed up for a drawing and may receive prizes. He noted that classes and health screenings will be offered throughout the month of February at various locations within the City. He thanked the corporate sponsors for their support. Greg Simmons (Newcastle) stated that he was representing Hazen High School swim team families regarding the Lindbergh Pool closure. He compared swimming pools to soccer and baseball fields and noted that all community recreational facilities require some level of on-going community support. February 1, 2010 Renton City Council Minutes Page 445 Citizen Comment: Johnson - Potential Annexation to King County Library System Citizen Comment: Nordlund - Potential Annexation to King County Library System CONSENT AGENDA Council Meeting Minutes of 1/25/2010 Human Resources: GIS Analyst & Coordinator, Salary Grades & Class Specifications Transportation: Rainier Ave S (SR 167) - S Grady Way to S 2nd St, WA Public Works Grant CAG: 09-151, Shattuck Ave S Stormwater Bypass System, KBA Inc Transportation: ORCA Business Passport, King County, Sound Transit, Pierce Transit, et al Utility: Water Block Rates & Irrigation Rates Modification, Water Conservation Efforts Mr. Simmons suggested increasing user fees and urged the City to work with the Renton School District to help find funding mechanisms for the pool's long- term financial needs. He also requested that the quality-of-life tax that may be on the November ballot include a provision for the maintenance and operations of community pools. Council President Persson remarked that he was not aware of a quality-of-life bond and requested that the issue be verified with King County. Ben Johnson (Renton) opined that there are faults with the City's financial estimate for the Library Master Plan. He noted that he believes the rate citizens will be charged for library services is only 11 cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation. Mr. Johnson remarked that in fairness the City should use the rate of 50 cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation for the King County Library System when comparing it to the Renton Library System. Marc Nordlund (King County) expressed opposition to the potential annexation of the Renton Library System to the King County Library System. He compared the issue to that of shopping at a local store rather than at a large retail store, and opined that although the smaller store may not have as many brands, the salespersons are generally more knowledgeable and know their clientele better. Items listed on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Approval of Council meeting minutes of 1/25/2010. Council concur. Human Resources and Risk Management Department recommended approval of class specifications and salary grades for: GIS Analyst I - AFSCME, grade a21, GIS Analyst II - AFSCME, grade a23; and GIS Coordinator - AFSCME, grade a26; and authorize updating Policy and Procedure #320-01 to reflect the new classification series. Refer to Finance Committee. Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement with the Washington State Public Works Board to accept a $500,000 grant to be used for any phase of the Rainier Ave. S. (SR 167), S. Grady Way to S. 2nd St. project. City's share: $7,803,559. Council concur. (See page 446 for resolution.) Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of Supplemental Agreement #2 to CAG-09-151, with KBA, Inc., in the amount of $65,000 for construction management services for the Shattuck Ave. S. Stormwater Bypass project. Council concur. Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of the 2010-2011 One Card for All (ORCA) Business Passport (formerly flexpass) interlocal agreement with King County, Pierce Transit, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Kitsap Transit, and the Washington State Ferries Division in the amount of $32,388 to continue the Commute Trip Reduction Program for City employees. Council concur. (See page 446 for resolution.) Utility Systems Division recommended approval to modify water consumption blocks to increase block rates and irrigation rates in an effort to conserve water during peak summer months, and approval to purse a new water supply. Refer to Utilities Committee. February 1, 2010 Renton City Council Minutes Page 446 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Utilities Committee King County: Solid Waste Interlocal Agreement Finance Committee Finance: Renton Rotary Fee Waiver Request RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES RESOLUTION #4034 Transportation: Rainier Ave S (SR 167)-S Grady Way to S 2nd St, WA Public Works Grant RESOLUTION #4035 Transportation: ORCA Business Passport, King County, Sound Transit, Pierce Transit, eta I ORDINANCE #5524 CED: Owner-Occupied Housing Incentive Amendments ORDINANCE #5525 CED: Multi-Family Housing Property Tax Exemption Program Amendments MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. Utilities Committee Chair Zwicker presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to close the King County Solid Waste Interlocal Agreement referral and brief the Committee as updates are necessary. MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Finance Committee Vice-Chair Taylor presented a report recommending concurrence to approve the fee waiver request submitted by AI Talley, Caper Chair, Rotary Club of Renton, for the $5,000 fee for use of the Renton Community Center for their annual Caper Auction. The Rotary generously supports the City of Renton Scholarship Fund as well as utilizing their profits to support organizations and projects directly benefiting the Renton community and those in need. MOVED BY TAYLOR, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. For the record, Councilmembers Parker and Zwicker recused themselves from the vote. The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption: A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a capital agreement with the Washington State Public Works Board regarding the 2009-2011 Washington State Capital Budget Urban Vitality Grant Program to fund the Rainier Ave. S. (SR 167) - S. Grady Way to S. 2nd St. project. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an interlocal agreement with King County Metro Transit regarding purchase of ORCA (One Card for All) Business cards and ORCA Business Passport products. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading and adoption: An ordinance was read amending Section 4-1-210, Waived Fees, of Chapter 1, Administration and Enforcement, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, by extending and modifying the waiver of certain development and mitigation fees. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. An ordinance was read amending section 4-1-220, Property Tax Exemption for Multi-Family Housing in Residential Targeted Areas, of Chapter 1, Administration and Enforcement, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, by extending the property tax exemption and modifying the name of the Highlands Designated Residential Targeted Area. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. February 1, 2010 Renton City Council Minutes Page 447 ORDINANCE #5526 Utility: 2009 King County Surface Water Design Manual & City Amendments NEW BUSINESS Community Event: EriAm Sisters Free Concert Fundraising Events ADJOURNMENT An ordinance was read amending Chapter 2, Zoning Districts - Uses and Standards; Chapter 3, Environmental Regulations; Chapter 4, City-wide Property Development Regulations; Chapter 6, Street and Utility Standards; Chapter 8, Permits - General and Appeals; Chapter 9, Permits - Specific; and Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development Regulations), of City Code, to amend drainage regulations and adopt by reference portions of the King County Surface Water Design Manual and amendments thereto. MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL AYES. CARRIED. Councilmember Palmer remarked that the EriAm Sisters have partnered with World Vision and will be launching a new fundraising campaign in Renton. She explained that the girls will be performing free concerts at local middle schools in an effort to raise money for different charities and to educate children on the importance of giving back to your community and emergency preparedness. Ms. Palmer stated that the group is informally requesting the support of the City Council in their endeavor. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 7:33 p.m. Jason Seth, Recorder February 1, 2010 Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk RENTON CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING CALENDAR Office of the City Clerk COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING February 1, 2010 COMMITTEE/CHAIRMAN DATE/TIME AGENDA COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE (Persson) MON., 2/8 6 p.m. County Proposed Sales Tax for Criminal Justice; Museum Master Plan Update; Senator Randy Gordon - 41st District *7th Floor Conferencing Center* COUNCIL WORKSHOP/RETREAT (Persson) WED., 2/10 9:30 a.m. -5 p.m. 2010 Services Review & Impacts of Budget Reductions; Planning & Priorities for 2011 and Beyond *Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre, 104 Burnett Ave S.* PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT (Briere) PUBLIC SAFETY (Taylor) TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) (Corman) UTILITIES (Zwicker) THURS., 2/11 8 a.m.- 11a.m. & 2 p.m. -5 p.m. Vision & Business Plan; Biennial Budgeting; Other Project Updates *Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre, 104 Burnett Ave S.* COMMUNITY SERVICES (Palmer) MON., 2/8 4 p.m. Homelessness (briefing only) FINANCE (Parker) MON., 2/8 5 p.m. Vouchers NOTE: Committee of the Whole meetings are held in the Council Chambers unless otherwise noted. All other committee meetings are held in the Council Conference Room unless otherwise noted.