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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
February 28, 2005 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. M I N U T E S Renton City Hall
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kathy Keolker-Wheeler called the meeting of the Renton City Council
to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL OF
COUNCILMEMBERS
TERRI BRIERE, Council President; DENIS LAW; DAN CLAWSON; TONI
NELSON; RANDY CORMAN; DON PERSSON; MARCIE PALMER.
CITY STAFF IN
ATTENDANCE
KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER, Mayor; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City
Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; SANDRA MEYER, Transportation
Systems Director; MIKE STENHOUSE, Maintenance Services Director; DAVE
CHRISTENSEN, Utility Engineering Supervisor; KAREN MCFARLAND,
Engineering Specialist; ALEX PIETSCH, Economic Development
Administrator; DENNIS CULP, Community Services Administrator; PETER
RENNER, Facilities Director; SYLVIA ALLEN, Recreation Director; KAREN
BERGSVIK, Human Services Manager; DEREK TODD, Assistant to the CAO;
COMMANDER FLOYD ELDRIDGE, Police Department.
PROCLAMATION
Red Cross Month - March,
2005
A proclamation by Mayor Keolker-Wheeler was read declaring the month of
March, 2005, to be "Red Cross Month" in the City of Renton and urging all
citizens to join in this special observance. The American Red Cross serving
King and Kitsap Counties reaches out to those whose lives have been touched
by adversity and helps thousands of others prevent and prepare for crises yet to
come. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED. Red Cross
volunteer Vicki Lee accepted the proclamation.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Community Services:
Employee Recognition
Dennis Culp, Community Services Administrator, explained that the
Community Services Department employee recognition committee is comprised
of employees who select quarter and annual individual and team awardees. He
introduced Facilities Director Peter Renner who announced the 2004 employee
and team recognition awards as follows:
Employee of the First Quarter: Janice Bicknell, Library Technical Assistant
Employee of the Second Quarter: Dianne Utecht, CDBG Specialist
Employee of the Third Quarter: Ryan Spencer, Office Assistant III
(Community Center)
Employee of the Fourth Quarter: Teresa Nishi, Recreation Specialist 1
Team of the Second Quarter: Facilities Technical Staff - Dennis Conte, Tanya
Carey, Warner Curl, Sam Kamphaus, Dennis Murdoch, Casey Pearson, and
Paul Youngedyk
Team of the Third Quarter: Senior Center Staff - Shawn Daly, Debbie Little,
Wendy Kirschner, Bobbi Lane, and Patty Wills
Team of the Fourth Quarter: Parks Maintenance Staff at Gene Coulon Park -
John Akerlund, Mark Berry, Ernest Flowers, Dale Hall, Patricia Hunter,
Rebecca H. Johnson, Jeff Nasset, and David J. Peterson
Mr. Renner also announced that Ryan Spencer was chosen as the 2004
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Employee of the Year, and the Facilities Technical Team was chosen as the
2004 Team of the Year.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Vacation: Bremerton Ave NE,
Liberty Ridge, VAC-04-007
This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Keolker-Wheeler opened the
public hearing to consider the petition to vacate three portions of Bremerton
Ave. NE, located south of NE 4th St. and north of SE 2nd Pl. (Liberty Ridge
LLC; VAC-04-007).
Karen McFarland, Engineering Specialist, explained that the petitioner plans to
use the subject vacation area in the proposed Elmhurst Plat to create a uniform
half-street right-of-way width along the western half of Bremerton Ave. NE.
She noted that the vacation area does not contain any City facilities. Ms.
McFarland reported that the vacation request was circulated to various City
departments and outside agencies for review and no objections were raised.
Continuing, Ms. McFarland pointed out that both the Transportation Systems
Division and the Development Services Division recommended that a 25-foot
right-of-way width from the road centerline be maintained. She stated that staff
recommends approval of the vacation subject to the two northerly portions
being set to a maximum vacation width of 12.5 feet to allow for the 25-foot
right-of-way width, and subject to the petitioner providing satisfactory proof
that outside utilities are satisfied with any easements necessary to protect their
facilities.
Public comment was invited.
David Halinen, 10500 NE 8th St., Suite 1900, Bellevue, 98004, representing the
petitioner Liberty Ridge LLC, expressed agreement with the conditions as
recommended by staff and urged Council to approve the vacation proposal.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE REQUEST TO VACATE THREE PORTIONS OF RIGHT-OF-WAY
ALONG BREMERTON AVE. NE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS: THE TWO NORTHERLY PORTIONS OF THE ORIGINAL
REQUEST BE SET TO A MAXIMUM VACATION WIDTH OF 12.5 FEET,
AND THE PETITIONER PROVIDE SATISFACTORY PROOF THAT
OUTSIDE UTILITIES HAVE RECEIVED AND ARE SATISFIED WITH
ANY EASEMENTS NECESSARY TO PROTECT THEIR FACILITIES IN
THE VACATION AREA. CARRIED.
Planning: Development
Regulations (Title IV) 2004
Docket & Amendments
This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Keolker-Wheeler opened the
public hearing to consider the 2004 City Code Title IV (Development
Regulations) Docket and related amendments.
Alex Pietsch, Economic Development Administrator, explained that the purpose
of the Title IV Docket is to consider annual zoning code text amendments
proposed by both applicants and the City of Renton. The City reviews the text
amendments as a group once a year, although some items may
be the subject of separate work programs. He introduced Lisa Grueter,
consultant with the land use consulting firm Jones & Stokes Associates, who
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reviewed the ten amendment requests.
Lisa Grueter stated that the proposed changes to Title IV, Chapter 1, include:
cleaning up long-standing inconsistency, interpretation, and organization issues;
addressing school impact fees by consolidating subsections and removing
provisions that are more suitable for the interlocal agreement or appear
unnecessary; and instituting the current City practice in cases where the City
requires securities or bonds. In Chapters 2 and 7, Ms. Grueter noted that
amendments are recommended to address an inconsistency between the
minimum lot size and the maximum density in single-family zones.
Ms. Grueter reported an amendment to the R-10 zone (Chapter 2) proposed by
Nora Schultz, who owns a property on Wells Ave. N. Ms. Schultz desires to
build a duplex that meets the minimum lot size; however, the density is greater
that ten units per acre. City Code does not allow attached units on pre-existing
smaller lots if the maximum density is exceeded.
Ms. Grueter reviewed four options that address this matter as follows: 1) No
action; 2) Allow multiplexes on individual pre-existing lots that meet the
minimum lot size but not the maximum density in the North Renton area only;
3) Allow multiplexes on individual pre-existing lots that meet the minimum lot
size but not the maximum density by requiring a conditional use permit; and 4)
Amend the Comprehensive Plan land use map and rezones to higher densities in
selected areas such as North Renton. Ms. Grueter stated that the Planning
Commission and staff recommends taking no action on this request, and
addressing the matter through the Cedar River Master Plan for 2005/2006 for
the North Renton area.
Moving on to the amendment concerning habitat set-aside in the Green River
Valley (Chapters 2 and 4), Ms. Grueter noted that the City's land acquisitions
have exceeded the original multijurisdictional target, and staff recommends
determining and documenting that the two percent habitat set-aside provisions
have been fulfilled and can be deleted from City Code. She reported another
amendment, proposed by Courtney Flora, regarding binding site plan (BSP)
provisions (Chapter 7) that are applicable to commercial, mixed use, and
industrial zones. Ms. Flora requests allowing subdivision of the Washington
Technical Center and similarly situated properties by treating the site as a whole
when considering compliance with zoning and development standards.
Ms. Grueter noted concerns with this proposal, including future property owner
disputes, creation of nonconformities, smaller lots and fragmentation, and
economic shifts. She reviewed the BSP options as follows: 1) No action; 2)
Revise BSP provisions so that, when reviewed as a whole, the site meets all of
the zoning and subdivision requirements; 3) Revise BSP provisions to include
allowances for condominiums as an option when the minimum lot size
requirements cannot be met through the BSP process; and 4) Revise the planned
unit development (PUD) regulations to allow for commercial/industrial PUDs.
Continuing, Ms. Grueter reported that the next amendment concerns Growth
Management Hearings Board appeals (Chapter 8). Staff recommends correctly
identifying the appeals process for City Council actions on Comprehensive Plan
and Development Regulation amendments. Another amendment concerns the
permit and SEPA (State Environmental Policy Act) process for nonproject
actions (Chapters 8 and 9). Ms. Grueter said this proposal addresses the timing
of the environmental review and the separation of the SEPA appeal and the
legislative hearing.
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Ms. Grueter stated that the final amendment concerns PUD regulations (Chapter
9). She explained that PUD regulations allow modification of standard
development regulations in exchange for open space or innovative designs not
otherwise allowed by the basic regulations applicable to a site. The proposal
modernizes the regulations, and provides a process to request modifications to
development standards in exchange for public benefits. The amendments
address applicable zones, the types of regulations that may be varied with the
PUD regulations, and other procedural items. In conclusion, Ms. Grueter
indicated that all docket items will remain in the Planning and Development
Committee for study.
In regards to the PUD regulations, Councilman Corman inquired if the
possibility of allowing apartment houses, via clustering, in the R-1 zone has
been eliminated. Ms. Grueter confirmed that variations are not allowed to the
permitted uses or the densities.
Public comment was invited.
Nora Schultz, 540 Williams Ave. N., #12, Renton, 98055, spoke on the subject
of her docket item concerning the R-10 zone amendment. She pointed out that
the nature of the North Renton area is changing, the R-10 zone only applies to a
portion of the North Renton area, and the area is already highly dense, due in
part to a number of existing non-conforming use structures. Ms. Schultz
indicated that a duplex will not adversely affect the area, and expressed her
support for the second or third option presented by City staff that allow
multiplexes in only North Renton or by conditional use permit.
Courtney Flora, 2025 1st Ave., #1130, Seattle, 98121, spoke on behalf of
Transpacific Investments, the proponent of the BSP amendment that applies
zoning and development standards to the entire BSP site rather than each
individual lot. Noting that the amendment has been adopted by other
jurisdictions, she explained that the proposal allows sites to be broken up and
marketed to individual users. She pointed out that this will help Renton, as the
City is experiencing a high vacancy rate, and will level the playing field with
other jurisdictions. Ms. Flora noted the importance of attracting businesses that
can actually use what is available. In regard to the PUD amendments, she stated
that it is unclear whether an existing office park will be able to comply with
those regulations.
Stan Kleweno, 101 SW Main St., #350, Portland, OR, 97204, stated that
Transpacific Investments is pursuing the BSP process amendment as a way to
compete in a challenging market. He indicated that it is difficult for individual
tenants and businesses to build and develop a property on their own, and this
would be an opportunity to attract tenants, owners, and users to the area. Mr.
Kleweno acknowledged that the leasing market can change; however, the ability
of a business proprietor to own property is invaluable in the current market
condition or any other.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE
REPORT
Derek Todd, Assistant to the CAO, reviewed a written administrative report
summarizing the City’s recent progress towards goals and work programs
adopted as part of its business plan for 2005 and beyond. Items noted included:
Carco Theatre will receive a $5,000 grant from 4Culture (formerly King
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County Arts Commission), which will be allocated toward this year's
Summer Teen Musical Grease.
As part of Boeing's Move to the Lake effort, the sky bridge across Park
Ave. N. was demolished on February 26th.
Finance: Interim Administrator
Introduction (Mike Wilson)
Mayor Keolker-Wheeler introduced Mike Wilson, the interim Finance and
Information Services Administrator, who indicated that during his 26-year
tenure in city management, he has worked for a number of cities and counties
including the cities of Bremerton, Sumner, and Gig Harbor. Mr. Wilson stated
that he is looking forward to working at the City of Renton over the next several
months.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Duffus -
R-1 Community Separators
Andrew Duffus, 9605 143rd Ave. SE, Renton, 98059, stated that Urban
Separator regulations have been the subject of an extensive public process. The
Planning Commission, City staff, and the Planning and Development
Committee received public input on various aspects of the matter, and a solution
has now been found. He indicated that support for the Urban Separator
regulations is widespread, including those who want to develop their property
and those who want to maintain the Urban Separator greenbelt. Mr. Duffus
urged Council to approve the proposed regulations.
Citizen Comment: Rollins -
R-1 Community Separators
Jean Rollins, 9605 143rd Ave. SE, Renton, 98059, explained that the need for
the City Code amendment for Urban Separators arose because of the proposed
Merritt II Annexation in May Valley. The King County Executive requested
the Boundary Review Board invoke its jurisdiction on the annexation proposal
due to a number of issues, including protection of the designated May Valley
Urban Separator. Commending City staff and the Planning Commission for
their hard work on the amendment, Ms. Rollins emphasized that the proposed
regulations respect the development rights of property owners as well as the
intent and environment of Urban Separators. She concluded by asking that the
dilution of development incentives for the enhancement of the greenbelt to earn
more lots be prohibited, and that the proposed regulations be approved.
Citizen Comment: Rogers -
R-1 Community Separators
Debra Rogers, 5326 NE 22nd Ct., Renton, 98058, expressed her support for the
previous speakers' comments and her appreciation for the City's effort on the
matter of the Urban Separators. She urged Council to approve the regulations.
Citizen Comment: Noland -
R-1 Community Separators
Dennis Noland, 14326 SE 100th Pl., Renton, 98059, reported that he lives
adjacent to the May Valley Urban Separator, and commended the Planning
Commission for developing guidelines for the Urban Separators. He said the
guidelines are respectful of the development rights of the property owners, are
respectful of the intent of the Urban Separators, and address environmental
concerns. Mr. Noland concluded by voicing his support for the proposed
regulations.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL SUSPEND
THE RULES AND ADVANCE TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE REPORT ON THE R-1 ZONE COMMUNITY SEPARATORS.
CARRIED.
Planning & Development
Committee
Planning: R-1 Zone
Community Separators
Planning and Development Committee Chair Clawson presented a report
regarding the R-1 zone community separators. The Committee recommended
concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the City Code Title IV
(Development Regulations) amendment creating Urban Separator Overlay
Regulations and amending the R-1 zone to require mandatory clustering of
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development outside of the contiguous open space mapped within the Urban
Separator. The Committee also recommended that the minimum lot size for
clustered development in the R-1 zone be changed to 10,000 square feet.
The Committee further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter
be presented for first reading. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY
LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Council Meeting Minutes of
February 14, 2005
Approval of Council meeting minutes of February 14, 2005. Council concur.
Vacation: 140th Ave SE,
Conner Homes, VAC-04-001
City Clerk reported receipt of $16,500 compensation paid by petitioner, as set
by Council on 10/25/2004, and recommended adoption of an ordinance to
finalize the Conner Homes vacation of a portion of 140th Ave. SE, located
between SE 132nd St. and SE 136th St.; VAC-04-001. Council concur. (See
page 65 for ordinance.)
CAG: 05-008, Lake
Washington Blvd Slip Plane,
Northwest Cascade
City Clerk reported bid opening on 2/22/2005 for CAG-05-008, Lake
Washington Blvd. Slip Plane; seven bids; engineer's estimate $436,860; and
submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder,
Northwest Cascade, Inc., in the amount of $440,000. Council concur.
Court Case: Boeing Employees
Flying Association, CRT-05-
001
Court Case filed on behalf of Boeing Employees Flying Association, Inc., by
Philip T. Mattern, Demco Law Firm, P.S., 5224 Wilson Ave. S., Suite 200,
Seattle, 98118, regarding the removal of underground fuel tanks from leased
property at the Renton Airport. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
Community Services: 200 Mill
Bldg, Emergency Repair of
Elevators
Community Services Department recommended approval of the emergency
repair of two elevators located at the 200 Mill Building in the amount of
$38,156.16. Council concur.
Annexation: Wedgewood
Lane, 144th Ave SE & 148th
Ave SE
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
submitted 60% notice of intent to annex petition for the proposed Wedgewood
Lane Annexation, and recommended a public hearing be set on 3/14/2005 to
consider the petition and future zoning; 35.68 acres located between 144th Ave.
SE and 148th Ave. SE. Council concur.
EDNSP: Renton Lodging Tax
Advisory Committee
Appointment
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
recommended the appointment of Kim Hart, general manager of the
TownePlaceSuites and SpringHill Suites by Marriott, to the Renton Lodging
Tax Advisory Committee to fill the vacancy left by Terry Godat. Council
concur.
Development Services:
Abandoned & Junk Vehicles,
City Code Amend
Legal Division recommended adoption of an ordinance that amends City Code
Chapter 6-1, Abandoned Vehicles, by adding definitions, expanding the scope
of junk vehicles to include parts thereof, adding explanatory language, and
criminalizing violations. Refer to Public Safety Committee.
Municipal Court: Probation
Officer Hire at Step D
Municipal Court requested authorization to hire a Probation Officer at Step D of
the salary range. Refer to Finance Committee.
Public Works: Cedar River
Section 205 Flood Damage
Reduction 2005 Monitoring
Plan, Golder Associates
Utility Systems Division requested approval of a consultant agreement with
Golder Associates, Inc. in the amount of $99,396.12 to implement the 2005
Monitoring Plan for the Cedar River Section 205 Flood Damage Control
Project. Council concur.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
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THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Utilities Committee
Utility: Springbrook Creek
Wetland & Habitat Mitigation
Bank Concurrence, WSDOT
Utilities Committee Chair Corman presented a report recommending
concurrence in the staff recommendation to collaborate with the Washington
State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) to create the Springbrook Creek
Wetland and Habitat Mitigation Bank on approximately 130 acres of City-
owned property located west of SR-167 and south of I-405. The Committee
further recommended the Mayor sign the letter of concurrence with WSDOT.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee
Human Resources: 2005/2006
Claims Processing Fee
Schedule, Healthcare
Management Administrators
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending
concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the fee schedule agreement
with Healthcare Management Administrators for the 2005 and 2006 employee
medical plan administration. The Committee further recommended that the
Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the fee schedule agreement.
MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Information
Management Services, GM2
Systems
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending
concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the annual consultant
agreement for information management services with GM2 Systems, George
McBride, President. The Committee further recommended that the Mayor and
City Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement. MOVED BY PERSSON,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending approval of
Claim Vouchers 234898 - 235346 and two wire transfers totaling
$1,132,929.17; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 55893 - 56118, one wire
transfer, and 570 direct deposits totaling $1,850,535. MOVED BY PERSSON,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation (Aviation)
Committee
Lease: Kaynan Addendum
#10, Airport, LAG-84-003
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve Addendum
#10 to the Airport lease with Kaynan, Inc. (LAG-84-003) for an increase of
6,260 square feet in the leased area to include pavement adjacent to the taxilane
at the Airport resulting in added revenue of $2,050 per year. The Committee
further recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the
lease addendum. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY PERSSON,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Lease: Bosair Addendum #3,
Airport, LAG-86-003
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve Addendum
#3 to the Airport lease with Bosair, LLC (LAG-86-003) to increase the leased
area by 21,510 square feet to allow aircraft access to Bosair's hangar, and
provide for an increase in the ground rental rate from $.27 to $.31 per square
foot using the Consumer Price Index for Urban Seattle, resulting in a total
annual rent increase of $4,724. The Committee further recommended that the
Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the lease addendum. MOVED BY
PALMER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Lease: Bruce J Leven
Addendum #7, Airport, LAG-
88-001
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve Addendum
#7 to the Airport lease with Bruce J. Leven (LAG-88-001), which decreases the
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leased area to eliminate 2,578 square feet because of the 1999 Cedar River
Floodwall and Levy Project, and 934 square feet because of the 2002 Airport
Airside/Landside Separation Improvement Project. This results in an annual
reduction in revenue of $715.81 and a one-time credit of $2,173.17. The
Committee further recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized
to sign the lease agreement. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY
NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Transportation: I-405 Mainline
Alignment Concurrence,
WSDOT
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to authorize the Mayor
to provide a concurrence signature to the Washington State Department of
Transportation regarding the I-405 mainline alignment from the western City
limit to SR-169.
The concurrence concept for the I-405 project was established in the I-405
Corridor Program Final EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) as a method of
formal written determination on key issues by agencies so the I-405 program
may proceed to the next phase. The Council, on several I-405 key issues, has
provided concurrence since 1999. Concurrence regarding the I-405 mainline
alignment allows the Renton Nickel Project to progress without unintentionally
constraining future I-405 projects. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Transportation: I-405/SR-167
Interchange 5% Design
Concurrence, WSDOT
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to authorize the Mayor
to provide a concurrence signature to the Washington State Department of
Transportation regarding the I-405/SR-167 interchange 5% design. The
concurrence concept for the I-405 project was established in the I-405 Corridor
Program Final EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) as a method of formal
written determination on key issues by agencies so the I-405 program may
proceed to the next phase. The Council, on several I-405 key issues, has
provided concurrence since 1999.
Concurrence regarding the I-405/SR-167 interchange 5% design allows the
Renton Nickel Project to progress without unintentionally constraining future I-
405 projects. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY CORMAN,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 3/7/2005 for second and final reading:
Vacation: 140th Ave SE,
Conner Homes, VAC-04-001
An ordinance was read vacating a portion of unimproved road located on 140th
Ave. SE between SE 132nd St. and SE 136th St. (Conner Homes; VAC-04-
001). MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
3/7/2005. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and advanced for
second and final reading:
Planning: Medical Institution
Definition, City Code Amend
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV
(Development Regulations) of City Code by revising the definitions of
"Medical Institutions" and "Convalescent Centers," and adding a definition for
"Holistic Health Centers." MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY
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NELSON, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance #5125
Planning: Medical Institution
Definition, City Code Amend
Following second and final reading of the above ordinance, it was MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading and
adoption:
Ordinance #5126
Finance: Special Water Meter
Read Service Fees
An ordinance was read adding Section 5-1-2.K to Chapter 1, Fee Schedule, of
Title V (Finance and Business Regulations) of City Code to adopt service fees
for special meter readings, new utility account set up, and utility account
transfers. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES.
CARRIED.
Ordinance #5127
Finance: Utility Outstanding
Balance Search Fees
An ordinance was read amending Section 5-1-2.K to Chapter 1, Fee Schedule,
of Title V (Finance and Business Regulations) of City Code to adopt service
fees for utility outstanding balance searches. MOVED BY PERSSON,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
School District: Activities
Councilwoman Nelson reviewed Renton School District happenings, which
included: the naming of Nicole Parris, Lindbergh High School senior, as a
finalist in the National Achievement Scholarship Program; the selection of Lori
Dunn, Hazen High School physical education and health teacher, as the
Northwest District High School Teacher of the Year by the Association of the
American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance; and
the celebration of Black History Month at Hazen High School.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 9:07 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
February 28, 2005