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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-13-03 RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting January 13, 2003 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 KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER, Council President; TERRI BRIERE; KING PARKER; DON PERSSON; RANDY CORMAN; TONI NELSON; DAN CLAWSON. 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; JIM SHEPHERD, Community Services Administrator; MIKE WEBBY, Human Resources Administrator; ALEX PIETSCH, Acting Economic Development Administrator; REBECCA LIND, Planner Manager; DEREK TODD, Assistant to the CAO; COMMANDER KEVIN MILOSEVICH, Police Department. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS School District: School Construction Bond Election, February 4, 2003 Renton School District Superintendent Dr. Dolores Gibbons announced that the Renton School District school construction bond election will be held on February 4, 2003. She explained that the $150 million bond issue will fund phase III of the district's 20-year facilities plan to renovate, renew or rebuild every building in the district. Phase III includes the replacement of Benson Hill, Hazelwood, Kennydale, and Renton Park Elementary Schools; technology improvements; safety upgrades; energy conservation; and other continued improvements. Dr. Gibbons stated that the school improvements will be paid for with an estimated tax rate increase of approximately 60 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value. If the bond measure is passed, the total tax rate, including this bond, previous bonds and the voter-approved education levy, will be an estimated $3.76 per $1,000 of assessed property value. Dr. Gibbons noted that the Renton School District tax rate is among the lowest in the region. In conclusion, she explained that the district is pursuing the measure at this time for the following reasons: interest rates are low; construction costs continue to increase with inflation every year; capital improvements will allow maintenance expenses to be reduced; and economic development. WSDOT: SR-167 Springbrook Creek Culvert Replacement Project Gregg Zimmerman, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator, reported that the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) plans to replace the Springbrook Creek Culvert, located within the jurisdiction of the cities of Renton and Kent under SR-167 at S. 192nd St. (S. 55th St. in Renton). Stating that the project involves a three-day closure of SR-167 in August, Mr. Zimmerman noted that WSDOT is in the process of obtaining the necessary permits, including a 14-day noise variance. Mr. Zimmerman introduced WSDOT representatives Amjad Omar and Mark Sawyer who gave a briefing on the matter. Explaining that the purpose of the culvert replacement is to control flooding and improve fish passage, Mr. Omar stated that the replacement will require a three-day weekend closure of SR-167 in August, in addition to partial lane closures. Mr. Omar said that the month of August is proposed for the project because the stream is at its lowest flow and they are fewer activities scheduled that month (Puyallup Fair occurs in September, and the Seafair festival and Renton River Days occur in July). He January 13, 2003 Renton City Council Minutes Page 18 affirmed that WSDOT has submitted a 14-day noise variance application for consideration by the Board of Public Works on January 22nd. Explaining that a three-day closure is proposed so as to impact traffic on only one weekend, Mr. Sawyer stated that SR-167 is to be closed from 11:00 p.m. Friday until 5:00 a.m. Monday. Mr. Omar described the detour routes, and emphasized that prior to the event, the traffic disruptions and closure will be advertised profusely by the media as well as with portable traffic signs. In response to Council inquiry, Mr. Zimmerman stated that SW 43rd St. is estimated to open in May. Responding to Council inquiries, Mr. Omar said that weather conditions will dictate which weekend in August the closure will occur. He confirmed that one lane will always remain open during the times of partial lane closures. In answer to concerns regarding whether the detour routes can handle the traffic during the full closure of SR-167, Mr. Sawyer stated that there are a number of alternate routes available, and through abundant advertising, WSDOT will inform the public of those alternative routes. Councilmembers Persson and Keolker-Wheeler expressed concerns regarding the impact of the SR-167 closure on local businesses such as IKEA, especially since the area has been already impacted by the closure of SW 43rd St. Mayor Tanner noted that the closure would impact Kent more than Renton, and pointed out that IKEA will still be readily accessible via the detour routes. In response to Councilman Clawson's inquiry about traffic enforcement, Mr. Omar stated that State troopers would be directing traffic during the full closure of SR-167. Councilman Persson stressed the importance of having 24-hour-a- day manual traffic control during the closure. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL REFER THE SR-167 SPRINGBROOK CREEK CULVERT REPLACEMENT PROJECT ISSUE TO THE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE. CARRIED. PUBLIC HEARING Planning: Heavy Industrial Zone Development Moratorium 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 the six-month moratorium on development beyond State Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) thresholds in the Heavy Industrial (IH) zone. Alex Pietsch, Acting Economic Development Administrator, explained that the Growth Management Act (GMA) mandates the review of Comprehensive Plans, and Council must adopt a revised Comprehensive Plan by December, 2004. After review of the City's current Comprehensive Plan, key issues such as industrial uses and industrially zoned land were identified as needing revision. He pointed out that the nature of industrial uses and industrial zoned land is undergoing change, and high intensity uses are evolving into those that produce fewer, less significant impacts. Indicating that that these types of changes are anticipated in the Comprehensive Plan land use designated areas known as Employment Area-Transition, Employment Area-Industrial, and Employment Area-Valley, Mr. Pietsch reviewed the location of and the uses allowed in each area. He reported that there is a national trend away from traditional industrial uses, noting that new technology and science-based companies are different than traditional heavy industry. Employees require more services and amenities, and traditional January 13, 2003 Renton City Council Minutes Page 19 industrial expansion could harm the City's ability to recruit growth industries. Continuing, Mr. Pietsch explained that the GMA mandates that cities accommodate a prescribed portion of future population growth, and Renton's policies direct the largest proportion of this growth to the City's Urban Center. He pointed out that the current Employment Area-Industrial and heavy industrial zones do not allow residential uses. Mr. Pietsch said that Renton's Urban Center meets Countywide Planning Policy criteria, and is expected to provide the largest amount of housing to meet Renton's share of projected growth. Mr. Pietsch reported that development under current zoning could undermine the City's potential for economic growth and the City's vision for the future. Pointing out that new industrial development could have significant negative impacts on the City's goals and vision, he stated that approximately six months is needed to complete the required analysis, public hearing process, planning, policy formulation, and Council action. He affirmed that Renton will continue to work with individual property owners to find solutions, and continue to meet with Boeing to discuss vision and future land use changes. Mr. Pietsch indicated that as a result of discussions with Boeing, the addition of clarifying language to the moratorium resolution concerning airplane manufacturing is recommended. Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington stressed that the added language applies to improvements that take place within existing buildings, and is not an exception to the requirements under the moratorium. In conclusion, Mr. Pietsch asked that Council support the six-month moratorium on development beyond SEPA thresholds in the IH zones, and adopt an amended moratorium resolution containing the revised language. In response to Council President Keolker-Wheeler's question regarding the added resolution language, City Attorney Larry Warren stated that the language mirrors the intent of the development agreement the City currently has with Boeing. He explained that the City does not intend to curtail uses on existing structures; however, the City is concerned about the future use of properties that are being surplused. Public comment was invited. L.P. Hughes, 8865 Overlake Dr. W., Medina, 98039, stated that he operates Renton Concrete Recyclers which consists of 20 acres located on the Merlino quarry property. Although the company has no plans to expand its operation at this time, he requested clarification as to what is meant by SEPA review. Mr. Hughes also expressed his disagreement that there is a national trend to do away with traditional industrial uses, saying that it is a Puget Sound area government trend. City Attorney Warren explained that SEPA requires the permitting authority (City of Renton), to review the environmental consequences of a proposed project. If the project is large enough to trigger this environmental review, it is subject to the moratorium. Pointing out that current operations are exempt, Mr. Covington stated that it only applies to those operations that are changed or expanded by an amount large enough to trigger this review. Larry Dravis, Allpak Container, 3411 N. 7th St., Tacoma, 98046, stated that SEPA review is required for Allpak's plans to expand its building to house an expensive new piece of equipment. He stressed that the moratorium will be January 13, 2003 Renton City Council Minutes Page 20 detrimental to those plans, as the equipment has already been purchased. Mr. Dravis indicated that although City staff is working with Allpak on the matter, he was disappointed that there was no advance notice that a moratorium was to be enacted. Mayor Tanner stated that while the moratorium prohibits the City from granting permits, it does not stop the submittal or review of those permits. He assured Mr. Dravis that the City will continue to work with the company, and also strive to eliminate the moratorium prior to the six-month period. In response to Councilman Corman comments, Mayor Tanner affirmed that the moratorium can be adjusted as progress is made on the various areas within the IH zone. Wayne Millage, Allpak Container General Manager, 26650 SE 15th St., Sammamish, 98075, stated that he understands the importance of planning and realizes it is not the City's intention to hurt businesses; however, he emphasized that timing is very important now that Allpak has purchased the equipment needed for its expansion. Mr. Millage detailed why timing is so important for the implementation of the equipment, and expressed his concern regarding the economic impact of the moratorium on those plans. Dan Lewis, 777 106th Ave. NE, Bellevue, 98004, speaking on behalf of PACCAR, stated that the company currently has a 96-acre campus in Renton. He described the business operations at the Renton plant, and reported that PACCAR is planning a construction project at the site that requires SEPA review. Mr. Lewis emphasized that PACCAR requires a predictable business climate in which to do its business, requires land use that supports its continued operation, and wants to remain in Renton for a long time to come. Shaunta R. Hyde, Boeing Local Government Relations Manager, PO Box 3707, Mail Code 14-49, Seattle, 98124, urged Council to support the amendment to the moratorium resolution which will ensure that Boeing's consolidation efforts and on-going operations will be protected. Although Boeing is disappointed that the moratorium was enacted, she encouraged the City to use the time to productively work with Boeing to resolve the surplus property issues. David Halinen, 10500 NE 8th St., #1900, Bellevue, 98004, spoke on behalf of his clients Gary Merlino and Don Merlino whose companies own substantial industrial holdings in Renton. He reported that one such holding contains a number of warehouse-type buildings, and many are currently vacant due to the decline in the economy. Mr. Halinen expressed concern that the moratorium may impact the ability of his clients to procure tenants, if the tenants are unable to expand the buildings beyond the SEPA threshold limit. He encouraged Council to consider modifying the moratorium by limiting it to the Employment Area-Transition area. Matt Goetz, 356 Garden Ave. N., Renton, 98055, pointed out that citizens also reside in areas impacted by the moratorium, and asked the City to keep that in mind during its review of the matter. There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. (See page 25 for resolution.) January 13, 2003 Renton City Council Minutes Page 21 Councilman Clawson requested that the Planning and Development Committee be briefed on the status of the moratorium at its meeting on Thursday, January 16th. He acknowledged the urgency of the situation, and stated that the City will work as quickly as possible to resolve the matter. Mr. Warren noted that City staff has had contact with every one of the organizations that have expressed their concerns this evening. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL REFER THE MORATORIUM ON DEVELOPMENT IN THE HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONE TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City’s recent progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2003 and beyond. Items noted included: ” Mayor Tanner will discuss Renton's accomplishments and future outlook in his 2003 State of the City address during a Renton Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Wednesday, January 22nd. Following the luncheon, the presentation will be available on the City's website at www.ci.renton.wa.us and will be featured on the City's cable channel 21 in early February. ” The Recreation Division has received a grant of $3,000 from the King County Performing Arts Network for performances at Carco Theatre for the 2003 season. CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Council Meeting Minutes of January 6, 2003 Approval of Council meeting minutes of January 6, 2003. Council concur. Board/Commission: Renton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Membership Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department requested approval for the following members to serve on the Renton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee: Rick Meinig, Silver Cloud Inn General Manager; Terry Godat, Travelers Inn General Manager (nominated to fill the position vacated by Holiday Inn Select General Manager, Howard Cohen); Suzette Cooke, Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce President; Julie Brewer, City of Renton Community Relations Manager; and King Parker, City of Renton Councilmember. Council concur. EDNSP: Hotel/Motel Tax Revenue Allocation to Renton Lodging Association, Chamber of Commerce Contract Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommended approval of the Renton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee recommendation to allocate $80,000 of hotel/motel tax revenues to the Renton Lodging Association for its 2003 tourism marketing efforts. Authorization was also sought to execute a contract with the Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce for year four of the Renton Lodging Association's tourism promotional effort. Refer to Finance Committee. EDNSP: Hotel/Motel Tax Revenue Allocation to Community Stakeholders & Barbecue & Blues Festival, Hamilton/Saunderson Contract Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommended approval of a contract with Hamilton/Saunderson Marketing Partnership for year five of the Renton Community Marketing Campaign. Approval was also sought to allocate hotel/motel tax revenues in the amount of $20,000 to the key community stakeholders partnership for a fourth year of the January 13, 2003 Renton City Council Minutes Page 22 marketing campaign; and $30,000 for the proposed Renton Barbecue & Blues Festival to be held in downtown Renton in September, 2003. Refer to Finance Committee. Annexation: Falk, S 47th St & 102nd Ave SE Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommended a public hearing be set on 1/27/2003 to consider the resolution calling for an annexation election, and the proposed prezoning of R-8 for the proposed Falk Annexation; 6.43 acres bounded by S. 47th St. to the north, SE 185th Pl. to the south, and 102nd Ave. SE to the east. Council concur. Annexation: Vuong, Anacortes Ave NE & NE 10th St Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommended a public hearing be set on 1/27/2003 to consider the resolution calling for an annexation election, and the proposed prezoning of R-8 for the proposed Vuong Annexation; 2.7 acres located east of Anacortes Ave. NE and north of NE 10th St. Council concur. Finance: Finance Analyst II Hire at Step D Finance and Information Services Department requested authorization to fill the Finance Analyst II position at Step D of the salary range effective 1/1/2003. Refer to Finance Committee. Human Services: Joint Human Services Funding Program, South King County Cities Human Services Division recommended approval of an agreement with South King County cities for the planning, funding, and implementation of a joint human services application and funding program. The City's cost share is $67,300. Refer to Committee of the Whole. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. OLD BUSINESS Public Works: Seattle Public Utilities Pipeline ROW, Renton Hill At the request of Council President Keolker-Wheeler, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator Gregg Zimmerman gave a briefing on the Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) pipeline right-of-way located on Renton Hill. Mr. Zimmerman reported that discussions with SPU regarding emergency access to the new Heritage Hills plat brought to light the fact that the agreement allowing Renton to use the SPU right-of-way between the Rolling Hills and Renton Hill communities expired in 1981; however, operations continued as if the agreement was still valid. He explained that the right-of-way is used by the public to access Philip Arnold Park and for emergency vehicle and school bus access to abutting neighborhoods. Reporting that the City is in communication with both SPU and the Renton School District regarding provisions for the new agreement with SPU, Mr. Zimmerman indicated that SPU wants the users of the right-of-way to provide, at their cost, litter control and pavement maintenance. He noted that the Community Services Department unlocks and locks the Rolling Hills gate every day, and earlier agreement negotiations proposed keeping the gate locked and providing bus drivers with keys to the gate. Mr. Zimmerman relayed that residents raised concerns regarding keeping the gate locked, and staff is now proposing to leave the gate procedure at its current status. He added that the Renton School District has volunteered to share responsibility with the City for picking up litter and providing pavement maintenance. In conclusion, Mr. Zimmerman reported that the three concerned agencies are close to reaching an agreement on the matter. At the request of Ms. Keolker-Wheeler, Community Services Administrator Jim Shepherd reported that an estimated 11,481 people visited Philip Arnold Park in 2002. Ms. Keolker-Wheeler inquired as to whether the Falcon Ridge and Heritage January 13, 2003 Renton City Council Minutes Page 23 Hills Homeowners Associations should contribute to the maintenance of the right-of-way since it is the secondary access point for both developments. Mr. Zimmerman explained that the maintenance costs are not high due to the low- quality pavement on the right-of-way, and staff has not addressed the issue of homeowner association maintenance contributions because the costs are marginal. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THE SEATTLE PUBLIC UTILITIES PIPELINE RIGHT-OF-WAY AGREEMENT TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED. Development Services: Fence Height Regulations MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL REFER THE CITY ATTORNEY CORRESPONDENCE REGARDING THE FENCE HEIGHT REGULATIONS ORDINANCE TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Planning & Development Committee Planning: Downtown Core Off-Street Parking Requirements Planning and Development Committee Chair Briere presented a report regarding the downtown core off-street parking requirements. The Committee recommended that Council set a public hearing on January 27, 2003, for consideration of this item. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Finance Committee Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval of Claim Vouchers 211362 - 211611 and two wire transfers totaling $1,932,761.66; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 42209 - 42341 totaling $192,510.01. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Human Resources: Property & Liability Claims Review Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report on the review of property and liability claims. This purpose of the review was to determine how and when the Finance Committee wishes to review property and liability claims activity. As a result of the discussion, the Finance Committee recommended that staff transmit certain semi-annual claims activity reports from the Washington Cities Insurance Authority (WCIA) to the Committee. Staff will provide a detailed expense report with supporting information periodically with WCIA billings. Staff will coordinate a meeting and/or presentation regarding WCIA claims procedures at the Finance Committee's request. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Human Services: CDBG Specialist Hire at Step E Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval to fill the Community Development Block Grant Specialist position, in the Human Services Division, at Grade 18, Step E. This would be retroactive to December 3, 2002. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Councilman Parker noted that this position was previously a limited term position at the same Step E level. Human Resources: Healthcare Plan Modifications Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding the modifications to the City's healthcare benefits. The Committee recommended concurrence in the recommendation of staff to adopt changes to the existing self-insured health plan for firefighters, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) members, and all non-represented employees as endorsed by the Health Benefits Task Force and as negotiated through the collective bargaining process. The nature of these changes are either mandatory or clarify coverage, and are recapped as follows: January 13, 2003 Renton City Council Minutes Page 24 1. Changes to Section 2, Schedule of Benefits: a. The discretionary change involves increasing current $5 Preferred Provider, and $15 Out-of-Network co-pays, to $25. The maximum number of co-pays is ten per person, totaling $250 per year, or twenty- five co-pays per family, totaling $625 per year. b. Emergency room, MRI, and sterilization co-pays are increased to $100 and are not included in the $250 maximum. c. Co-pays of $25 have been added for surgeon's fees, second surgical opinion and chemical dependency. d. Adult preventive care co-pay has decreased from $50 to $25 for charges over $175 for Preferred Provider only. e. The retail prescription benefits change from $8 and $3 co-pays to a three-tiered plan. The co-pays for the three-tiered plan are $10 generic; $20 preferred; and $40 non-preferred. Walgreens Health-Care Plus (formerly Certifax) mail order prescriptions for a 90-day supply are $10 generic; $20 preferred; and $40 non-preferred. Prescription co-pays do not apply to the medical co-pay maximums. 2. Changes to Section 13, General Provisions, subsection entitled Appealing a Claim, include revised language regarding procedure and deadlines for filing claims appeals, which is now broken down into the categories of first level, second level, and subsequent action for all Post-Service, Pre-Service, and Urgent Pre-Service Claims. The Committee further recommended that the aforementioned changes to the City's self-funded medical plan for employees as specified be effective as of January 1, 2003. These changes will not require additional budget appropriations.* Councilman Parker noted that the healthcare plan changes are as outlined in the firefighters and AFSCME labor contracts. *MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. In response to Council President Keolker-Wheeler's inquiries, Human Resources Administrator Mike Webby stated that the Health Benefits Task Force met for a year prior to the collective bargaining process and concurred with the recommended healthcare benefit changes. He confirmed that the co- pay increase to $25 includes physical therapy and chiropractic visits. Stating that the Health Benefits Task Force worked hard on this matter, Ms. Keolker-Wheeler recommended that the City recognize the task force members for their commitment. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption. Added Resolution #3613 Planning: Heavy Industrial Zone Development Moratorium A resolution was read declaring a moratorium on development beyond State Environmental Protection Act (SEPA) thresholds in the Heavy Industrial (IH) Zone and establishing a termination date of July 13, 2003, for the moratorium. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading and January 13, 2003 Renton City Council Minutes Page 25 adoption: Ordinance #4999 Planning: Development Regulations (Title IV), Non- Substantive Amendments Noting that he received a response from Assistant City Attorney Russ Wilson regarding his inquiry on whether Section 15 in the Development Regulations amendment ordinance changes the appeal process in any way, Councilman Clawson explained that the provision concerns the recision of shoreline permits that have failed to comply with the conditions placed on the permit and does not change any appeal right or procedure. An ordinance was read amending Chapter 4-2, Land Use Districts, Chapter 4-4, Property Development Standards, Chapter 4-6, Street & Utility Standards, Chapter 4-7, Subdivision Regulations, Chapter 4-8, Permits – General and Appeals, Chapter 4-9, Permits – Specific, and Chapter 4-11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of City Code to edit text references and implement administrative determinations. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. Ordinance #5000 Utility: Utility Fee Code Amendments An ordinance was read amending Section 4-1-180 of Chapter 1, Administration and Enforcement, and Section 4-3-050.P of Chapter 3, Environmental Regulations and Special Districts, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of City Code by reorganizing the sections to make them consistent with the Title IV format and to be more user-friendly. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. EXECUTIVE SESSION MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 13 MINUTES TO DISCUSS LITIGATION. CARRIED. Time: 9:50 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 10:03 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers present. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 10:04 p.m. Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk Recorder: Michele Neumann January 13, 2003