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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
August 1, 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; LINDA HERZOG, Interim Assistant
to the CAO; ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; BONNIE
WALTON, City Clerk; SANDRA MEYER, Transportation Systems Director;
ALEX PIETSCH, Economic Development Administrator; DON ERICKSON,
Senior Planner; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON, Police Department.
PUBLIC MEETING
Annexation: Querin II,
Hoquiam Ave NE
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 meeting to consider the 10% Notice of Intent petition for the proposed
Querin II Annexation; 7.3 acres located between Hoquiam Ave. NE on the west
and 144th Ave. SE, if extended, on the east, south of SE 112th St.
Don Erickson, Senior Planner, explained that this annexation was originally
submitted for 10.14 acres, and the applicant was unable to obtain the signatures
for the 60% petition. Therefore, the annexation was resubmitted for 7.3 acres.
Mr. Erickson stated that the subject annexation site contains three existing
single-family dwellings and three vacant parcels. The topography of the
western portion of the site is relatively flat, whereas the eastern portion contains
steep slopes as a result of Honey Creek and its ravine. He noted that King
County's 1998 Surface Water Design Manual, Level 2 flow control standards or
greater are recommended at the time of development.
Reviewing the public services, Mr. Erickson reported that the site is served by
Fire District #25, Water District #90, Renton sewer, and the Renton School
District. He pointed out that the site is currently zoned R-4 (four dwelling units
per gross acre) in King County, and Renton's Comprehensive Plan designates
the site as Residential Single Family, for which R-8 (eight dwelling units per net
acre) zoning is proposed. Mr. Erickson reviewed the fiscal impact of the
proposed annexation, indicating a surplus of $236 at current development and a
surplus of $9,278 at full development. He noted the estimated one-time parks
acquisition and development cost of $27,176.
Mr. Erickson stated that the annexation proposal is generally consistent with
City policies and relevant Boundary Review Board objectives. He concluded
that the annexation appears to further City business goals and is in the best
interests of the City.
Public comment was invited.
Martin Kenney, 18719 Yew Way, Snohomish, 98296, stated that he owns
property within the annexation area, and noted the successful development to
the south of the annexation site. Pointing out that Renton is a progressive city,
Mr. Kenney complimented the City's planning staff for their responsiveness.
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There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY CLAWSON,
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SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC MEETING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL ACCEPT THE
QUERIN II 10% NOTICE OF INTENT TO ANNEX PETITION, AND
AUTHORIZE CIRCULATION OF THE 60% DIRECT PETITION TO
ANNEX REQUIRING THE ADOPTION OF CITY ZONING CONSISTENT
WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION, AND
PROPERTY OWNERS ASSUME A PROPORTIONAL SHARE OF THE
CITY'S OUTSTANDING BONDED INDEBTEDNESS. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING
Annexation: Falk II, 102nd
Ave SE & S 50th St
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 50/50 Direct Petition to annex for the proposed
Falk II Annexation, which consists of 6.4 acres, including the abutting 102nd
Ave. SE right-of-way, located west of 102nd Ave. SE and south of SE 185th
Pl., if extended.
Don Erickson, Senior Planner, explained that the subject annexation site was
originally part of larger annexation that was split into two pieces (the 6.3-acre
Falk Annexation was approved in December 2003). He reported that the site
contains five single-family dwellings, and is essentially flat with steeper slopes
on the western side. Public services are provided by Fire District #40, Soos
Creek Water and Sewer District, and Renton School District. Mr. Erickson
noted that roadway and stormwater improvements are likely.
Continuing, Mr. Erickson reported that existing King County zoning for the site
is R-4 (four dwelling units per gross acre). The Renton Comprehensive Plan
designates the site as Residential Single Family, for which R-8 (eight dwelling
units per net acre) is recommended. He pointed out that the R-8 zoning is
compatible with King County's R-6 (six dwelling units per gross acre) zoning to
the east of the site.
Mr. Erickson stated that the fiscal impact analysis indicates a surplus of $12,715
at full development, and an estimated one-time parks acquisition and
development cost of $22,381. Mr. Erickson concluded that the proposed
annexation is generally consistent with City policies and Boundary Review
Board criteria. He noted that the 50/50 Direct Petition annexation method is not
used very often, but is a valid method. Mayor Keolker-Wheeler emphasized
that the applicant made the determination to use this method, not the City.
In response to Councilman Clawson's inquiry regarding access to the annexation
site from the north, Mr. Erickson explained that the topography of the area to
the north of the subject annexation is limiting as two major ravines transverse
the property.
Public comment was invited.
Correspondence was read from Joseph and Martha MacKenzie, 18533 102nd
Ave. SE, Renton, 98055, expressing the following concerns regarding the
construction occurring on the Falk Annexation site: property line dispute; the
removal of trees; flying debris from the wood grinder; the moving, compression
and leveling of dirt; the noise; and the dust. The MacKenzies questioned who
is liable for any damage to their house due to the vibrations, and they expressed
unhappiness that construction will continue if the Falk II Annexation is
approved.
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Joseph MacKenzie, 18533 102nd Ave. SE, Renton, 98055, expanded on his
concerns regarding the construction occurring on the Falk Annexation site as
stated in the previously read correspondence. Responding to the Mayor's
inquiry, Mr. MacKenzie expressed his opposition to the proposed Falk II
Annexation due to the construction.
Mayor Keolker-Wheeler indicated that City staff will investigate the
MacKenzies' concerns regarding the construction related issues.
Robert McIntosh, 10104 SE 187th St., Renton, 98055, stated that he lives
adjacent to the southern boundary of the annexation area, and when
construction begins, he too will be experiencing the construction related
problems. He noted that water runs through the annexation site, and expressed
concern regarding the loss of the wildlife when the area is developed.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
Councilmembers Corman and Briere sympathized with the speakers, each
saying that development construction occurred near their homes as well.
Councilman Clawson noted that there will be an approval process for the
development of the subject site, and conditions concerning the construction may
be imposed. He indicated that under the State Growth Management Act,
smaller wild areas are sacrificed in order to have a more contiguous area on the
other side of the urban growth boundary.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL: ACCEPT
THE 50/50 METHOD DIRECT PETITION TO ANNEX; SUPPORT FUTURE
R-8 ZONING CONSISTENT WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND
USE DESIGNATION; AND AUTHORIZE THE ADMINISTRATION TO
FORWARD THE NOTICE OF INTENT PACKAGE TO THE BOUNDARY
REVIEW BOARD. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE
REPORT
Linda Herzog, Interim 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:
The City distributed 15,548 copies of the Renton Community Resource
Directory, which is printed in eleven languages, in the first six months of
2005.
The King County Department of Public Health requested that the east end
of the swimming beach at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park be closed to
swimmers until further notice. This action was taken because levels of fecal
coliform and E. coli fluctuate widely from day to day in that section only.
The City is in the process of contracting a water quality consulting firm to
determine the origin of the contamination.
Residents are encouraged to participate in the Salmon Watcher Program by
observing salmon-bearing streams during the salmon run season. An
educational presentation will be held August 31st, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00
p.m. at the Renton Community Center for interested volunteers.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
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listing.
Council Meeting Minutes of
7/18/2005
Approval of Council meeting minutes of 7/18/2005. Council concur.
Appointment: Planning
Commission
Mayor Keolker-Wheeler appointed Jimmy Cho, 241 Factory St. N., Renton,
98055, and Robert Bonner, 91 Williams Ave. S., Renton, 98055, each to the
Planning Commission for a three-year term expiring 6/30/2007. Refer to
Community Services Committee.
Finance: Administrator
Appointment (Michael Bailey),
Hire at Step E
Administrative, Judicial and Legal Services Department recommended
confirmation of the appointment of Michael Bailey as the new Finance and
Information Services Administrator, effective 9/1/2005; and approval of his
salary at Step E of the salary range. Council concur.
CAG: 05-098, Maple Valley
Hwy Improvements Cedar
River Park Access, Sanders
General Construction
City Clerk reported bid opening on 7/20/2005 for CAG-05-098, Maple Valley
Hwy. (SR-169) Improvements Phase 1 Cedar River Park Access; five bids;
engineer's estimate $842,287; and submitted staff recommendation to award the
contract to the low bidder, Sanders General Construction, in the amount of
$972,213. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee for discussion of
funding.
WSDOT: 2005 State Highway
Routes Certification
City Clerk submitted annual Washington State Department of Transportation
certification of State Highway Routes within the limits of incorporated cities
and towns as of 7/1/2005 (required by RCW 47.24.010). Information.
Development Services:
Fotheringill Short Plat, ROW
Dedication, Duvall Ave NE
Development Services Division recommended acceptance of a deed of
dedication for additional right-of-way along the frontage of Duvall Ave. NE to
fulfill a requirement of the Fotheringill Short Plat (SHP-04-134). Council
concur.
Annexation: Akers Farms,
108th Ave SE & SE 164th St
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
submitted 60% Notice of Intent to annex petition for the proposed Akers Farms
Annexation and recommended that a public hearing be held on 8/15/2005 to
consider the petition and R-8 zoning; 13.3 acres located south of Puget Drive S.
and east of 108th Ave. SE, if extended. Council concur.
CAG: 05-008, Lake
Washington Blvd Slip Plane,
Northwest Cascade
Transportation Systems Division submitted CAG-05-008, Lake Washington
Blvd. Slip Plane; and requested approval of the project, authorization for final
pay estimate in the amount of $121,837.47, commencement of 60-day lien
period, and release of retained amount of $22,384.32 to Northwest Cascade,
Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
Transportation: Rainier Ave S
& Hardie Ave SW
Improvement Projects Design,
KPG Inc
Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement with
KPG, Inc. in the amount of $115,639.07 for design engineering services for the
Rainier Ave. S. and Hardie Ave. SW Improvement projects, Phase I. Approval
was also sought to transfer funds totaling $200,000 from the NE 4th St. and
Hoquiam Ave. NE project and the Transit Center Video project to these
projects. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
Vacation: Bremerton Ave NE,
Liberty Ridge, VAC-04-007
Utility Systems Division reported submittal of the appraisal performed for the
vacation of portions of Bremerton Ave. NE, south of NE 4th St. (VAC-04-007;
Liberty Ridge LLC, petitioner), and requested that Council accept the appraisal
and set compensation for the right-of-way at $5,170. Council concur.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
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CORRESPONDENCE
Citizen Comment: Davis -
Oversizing Request for
Reimbursement, Urban Crafts,
BDJS Associates
Correspondence was read from Glenn Davis, Managing Partner, BDJS
Associates, 1900 W. Nickerson, PMB 116-168, Seattle, 98119, requesting
reimbursement in the amount of $51,264.24 for utilities oversizing along
Olympia Ave. NE for the Urban Crafts development. MOVED BY PERSSON,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS
CORRESPONDENCE TO THE UTILITIES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Chan -
Waiver Request for
Development & Mitigation
Fees, Morris Ave Townhomes,
N&C Investments
Correspondence was read from Evan Chan, Project Manager, N&C Investments
LLC, 7432 SE 27th St., Mercer Island, 98040, requesting waiver of
development and mitigation fees for the Morris Avenue Townhomes
development located at 513 S. 2nd St. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED
BY PALMER, COUNCIL REFER THIS CORRESPONDENCE TO THE
FINANCE COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
Added
Citizen Comment: Colman -
Municipal Court Security
Concerns
Councilwoman Nelson noted receipt of a letter from Rev. Kenneth Colman, Co-
Chair Renton Domestic Violence Task Force, United Christian Church, 1707
Edmonds Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, regarding the lack of security in the Renton
Municipal Court. Mayor Keolker-Wheeler indicated that the Administration is
reviewing the matter.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Planning & Development
Committee
Vacation: NE 4th St, City of
Renton, VAC-04-006
Planning and Development Committee Chair Clawson presented a report
regarding the compensation for the City of Renton's street vacation request on
behalf of Bales Limited Partnership (VAC-04-006). The Committee
recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation to accept the appraisal
and waive compensation for the vacation of an eight-foot by 150-foot portion of
NE 4th St., located east of Rosario Ave. NE. MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services
Committee
Human Services: 2006-2008
CDBG Interlocal Agreement,
King County
Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation that Renton enter into
the joint interlocal agreement to receive Community Development Block Grant
funds through the King County Consortium for 2006-2008. The Committee
further recommended that the resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk
to enter into the agreement be presented for reading and adoption. MOVED BY
NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 274 for resolution.)
Finance Committee
Finance: Vouchers
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending approval of
Claim Vouchers 239307 - 239740 and one wire transfer totaling $1,882,430.27;
and approval of Payroll Vouchers 58507 - 58875, one wire transfer, and 620
direct deposits totaling $2,067,280.59. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED
BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Transportation (Aviation)
Committee
Transportation: 2006-2011 TIP
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to adopt the annual
update of the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), 2006-2011,
and the Arterial Street Plan. The proposed TIP includes four new projects:
Rainier Ave. (S. 4th Pl. to S. 2nd St.); Hardie Ave. SW Transit/Multi-Modal;
May Creek Bridge Replacement; and School Zone Sign Upgrades. Six
completed or cancelled projects were dropped from the program. The
Committee further recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be
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presented for reading and adoption. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY
PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See below for resolution.)
RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3762
Transportation: 2006-2011 TIP
A resolution was read updating the City's Six-Year Transportation Improvement
Program, 2006-2011. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Added
Resolution #3763
Human Services: 2006-2008
CDBG Interlocal Agreement,
King County
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
interlocal cooperative agreement with King County regarding the Community
Development Block Grant Program. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 8/8/2005 for second and final reading:
Transportation: Street Closure
Ordinance
An ordinance was read amending Section 9-9-3 of Chapter 9, Street Closure, of
Title IX (Public Ways and Property) of City Code by allowing road closures of
one day or less to be governed by administrative action. MOVED BY
PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 8/8/2005.
CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading and
adoption:
Ordinance #5151
Planning: Multi-Family
Housing Property Tax
Exemption Modifications
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 modifying the designated residential targeted areas and other
project eligibility requirements. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL
CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Budget: 2006 Schedule
Referring to the 2006 Budget schedule, Council President Briere expressed
concern regarding the review of fees and rates and the associated ordinances
prior to the presentation of the budget to Council. Discussion ensued
concerning the timing of the approval of any proposed fee and rate ordinance.
Mayor Keolker-Wheeler stated that the budget schedule will be reviewed.
Council: Information Request
on Various Issues
Councilman Persson requested status reports on the following items: the hiring
of a new librarian; the proposed parks maintenance facility; the Skyway Towing
court case; the prostitution arrests at massage parlors and related City
Attorney vouchers; and the replacement of broken window glass at the Pavilion
Building and whether the glass was defective and under warranty.
Policy: Bidding and
Contracting Requirements
(#250-02)
MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER
THE POLICY ON CONTRACTS TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE.*
In response to Mayor and staff inquiry, Councilman Persson clarified that he
wants a general discussion on the contract policy, including how contracts are
handled and how they are reported to the Council.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Council: Committee of the Council President Briere announced that Committee of the Whole will meet on
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Whole, Annexation Policy
(8/9/2005)
8/9/2005, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., in the Council Conference Room to
discuss annexation policy.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
AND ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL RECESS INTO
EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES TO
DISCUSS LITIGATION WITH NO OFFICIAL ACTION TO BE TAKEN
AND THAT THE COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED WHEN THE
EXECUTIVE SESSION IS ADJOURNED. CARRIED. Time: 8:45 p.m.
Executive session was conducted. There was no action taken. The executive
session and the Council meeting adjourned at 9:16 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
August 1, 2005