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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
September 12, 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; MARCIE PALMER; RANDY CORMAN;
TONI NELSON; DAN CLAWSON; DENIS LAW. MOVED BY NELSON,
SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMAN DON
PERSSON. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN
ATTENDANCE
KATHY KEOLKER-WHEELER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief
Administrative Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; BONNIE
WALTON, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public
Works Administrator; ALEX PIETSCH, Economic Development
Administrator; DON ERICKSON, Senior Planner; MIKE WEBBY, Human
Resources Administrator; DENNIS CULP, Community Services Administrator;
LINDA HERZOG, Interim Assistant to the CAO; COMMANDER TIM
TROXEL, Police Department.
PROCLAMATION
National Anthem Project Day -
9/14/2005
A proclamation by Mayor Keolker-Wheeler was read declaring the day of
September 14, 2005, to be "National Anthem Project Day" in the City of Renton
endorsing the National Anthem Project as an opportunity to support music
education and promote American traditions. MOVED BY BRIERE,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION
AS READ. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING
Annexation: Park Terrace, SE
112th St & Anacortes 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 hearing to consider the proposed expanded annexation and future zoning
of 80 acres located generally between SE 112th Pl. on the north and NE 6th Pl.
on the south, and between 136th Ave. SE on the west and 144th Ave. SE, if
extended, on the east (Park Terrace).
Don Erickson, Senior Planner, explained that the Boundary Review Board
(BRB) for King County held its public hearing on the expanded annexation on
5/24/2005, for which affected property owners were notified via site posters and
newspaper publications. The City was notified on 7/16/2005 that the BRB
approved the expansion of the boundaries from 7.65 to 80 acres, including the
abutting street right-of-ways. He noted that this is the first of two public
hearings on the expanded annexation area and future zoning.
Mr. Erickson stated that 112 dwelling units exist on the site, and that Fire
District #25, Water District #90, Renton water, Renton sewer, and the Renton
School District serve the site. He relayed that the fiscal impact analysis
indicates a surplus of $39,955 at full development, assuming 116 new dwelling
units and 90 remaining units. The estimated one-time parks acquisition and
development cost is $131,183, and the estimated resurfacing cost for 138th Ave.
SE is $483,725.
Continuing, Mr. Erickson pointed out that existing King County zoning is R-4
(four dwelling units per gross acre) generally on the west side of 138th Ave. SE,
and R-6 (six dwelling units per gross acre) generally on the east side of 138th
Ave. SE. Renton's Comprehensive Plan designates the southern part of the site
September 12, 2005 Renton City Council Minutes Page 302
as Residential Single Family, and the northern tip of the site as Residential
Medium Density. He reported that the proposed zoning for the site is R-8 (eight
dwelling units per net acre) for the southern portion and R-10 (ten dwelling
units per net acre) for the northern tip. Mr. Erickson concluded that the
proposed annexation is generally consistent with relevant City policies and BRB
objectives.
Alex Pietsch, Economic Development Administrator, noted that the City has
been in discussions with King County regarding the needed resurfacing of 138th
Ave. SE, and will continue to pursue the matter with them. Gregg Zimmerman,
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator, described the current condition
of 138th Ave. SE, and pointed out that the longer the improvements are delayed,
the more costly it will be to restore the roadway in the future.
Public comment was invited.
David Maulding, 11221 137th Ave. SE, Renton, 98059, stated that he wanted
assurance that the R-10 zoning includes his property, as he is planning high-
density development on his property. He recommended including the properties
all the way down to NE 10th St. in the R-10 zone. Mr. Maulding also suggested
the inclusion of a turn lane on 138th Ave. SE at NE 12th St. when the roadway
is repaired. He concluded by expressing his support for the annexation.
In response to Stuart Whittaker's concerns, 11827 139th Ave. SE, Renton,
98056, regarding the notification for the annexation and the effect of the
annexation on property owners, Mr. Erickson discussed sewer connections,
taxes and fees. He noted that annexations are exempt from SEPA (State
Environmental Policy Act) review, and any future development will undergo an
environmental review process with due notification to property owners in the
affected area.
Mr. Pietsch stated that while the BRB does notify citizens of its annexation
expansion public hearings by site postings and newspaper publications, in the
future, City staff plans to also send a letter of explanation to parties affected by
the expansion.
Councilman Corman further reviewed the sewer connection requirements for
annexed property owners, noting that the occurrence of Local Improvement
Districts (where a majority of residents approve the connection to sanitary
sewers and an assessment is charged) are rare and can take place in King
County as well as in Renton.
Ardice Menager, 12021 140th Ave. SE, Renton, 98059, stated that she has been
well informed of the proposed annexation via notifications and meeting
attendance.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL: ACCEPT
THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE BRB TO EXPAND THE ORIGINAL
PARK TERRACE ANNEXATION TO 80 ACRES; AUTHORIZE
PREPARATION OF THE ZONING ORDINANCES FOR THE REZONING
OF THE NON-STREET PORTIONS OF THE ENLARGED SITE TO R-8,
SOUTH OF SE 113TH ST., IF EXTENDED, AND TO R-10, NORTH OF SE
113TH ST., IF EXTENDED, CONSISTENT WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATIONS; AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF
September 12, 2005 Renton City Council Minutes Page 303
THE EFFECTUATION ORDINANCE; AND SET A SECOND PUBLIC
HEARING ON 10/3/2005 TO FURTHER CONSIDER THE ANNEXATION
AND FUTURE ZONING. CARRIED.
Councilmembers Clawson and Briere suggested that staff investigate the
possibility of extending the R-10 zoning further south. Mr. Pietsch stated that a
Comprehensive Plan amendment will be required to extend the R-10 zoning.
Mr. Erickson confirmed that previous speaker David Maulding's property is
within the area of the proposed R-10 zone.
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 2005 and beyond. Items noted included:
The City of Renton is working in conjunction with King County and the
State of Washington to assist victims of Hurricane Katrina. The City is
participating in a Planned Day of Giving on September 15th. Donation
giving stations, accepting donations on behalf of the Red Cross, will be
located at the Renton Community Center, Renton City Hall, Renton Public
Library, and the Highlands Library.
In conjunction with the Kennydale Neighborhood Picnic, the new play
equipment at Kennydale Lions Park was dedicated last week. The City had
budgeted funds to replace the play equipment, landscape around the
structure, install new tables and benches, add new drainage and irrigation,
and install new curbing and walkways. Starbucks awarded a $15,000
community grant to add additional features to the playground structure.
The 2005 Fall Recycling Day will be held September 17th, from 9:00 a.m.
to 3:00 p.m. at Renton Technical College's north parking lot.
Community Services:
Kennydale Lions Park
Playground Equipment
Installation
Mayor Keolker-Wheeler commented that the community grant awarded by
Starbucks for the Kennydale Lions Park playground equipment installation
referred to in the administrative report included a bench made of recycled
plastic from milk cartons used in its stores. Councilwomen Palmer
acknowledged the many groups and individuals that helped with the project.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Doyle -
Municipal Court Judge
Candidate Judicial Forum
Charles Doyle, 306 Morris Ave. S., Renton, 98055, announced that a debate
occurred today between the three Renton municipal court judge candidates, and
a replay of the debate will be cablecast at various times on community access
channel 77.
Citizen Comment: Petersen -
Various
Inez Petersen, 3306 Lake Washington Blvd. N., #3, Renton, 98056,
acknowledged the success of the judicial forum held today for the Renton
municipal court judge candidates. Additionally, Ms. Petersen announced that
she is now a member of the Highlands Community Association's executive
board, and looks forward to working with the neighborhood association. She
also asked that a tax break on utilities be considered for senior citizens during
the upcoming budget discussions.
Citizen Comment: Ableidinger
- Akers Farms Annexation,
108th Ave SE & Puget Dr S
Robert Ableidinger, 10908 SE 164th St., Renton, 98055, expressed the
following concerns regarding the proposed Akers Farms Annexation: the
addition of his property to the annexation area without his permission, his
paying for a Local Improvement District for sewer over the past 20 years, water
drainage issues on his property as a result of development to the west, and the
September 12, 2005 Renton City Council Minutes Page 304
loss of control over his property. (See page 306 for further discussion on this
matter.)
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Council Meeting Minutes of
August 15, 2005
Approval of Council meeting minutes of August 15, 2005. Council concur.
Latecomer Agreement:
Wyman/Blood, Sewer
Extension (SE 132nd St), LA-
05-003
City Clerk submitted requested from Kevin M. Wyman And Durwood E. Blood,
16540 SE 149th St., Renton, 98059, for a latecomer agreement for sewer main
extension along SE 132nd St. at 152nd Ave. SE. Refer to Utilities Committee.
Court Case: Jason Echon
Masangkay, CRT-05-008
Court Case filed on behalf of Jason Echon Masangkay by Marja Starczewski,
18520 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood, 98037, who seeks compensation for emotional
distress allegedly due to violation of civil rights when arrested on 11/13/98.
Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
Plat: Stoneridge, Nile Ave NE,
FP-05-001
Development Services Division recommended approval, with conditions, of the
Stoneridge Final Plat, aka Windstone; 49 single-family lots on 12.7 acres
located on the west side of Nile Ave. NE and north of SR-900 (FP-05-001).
Council concur. (See page 307 for resolution.)
Development Services: Long
Short Plat, ROW Dedication,
Meadow Ave N
Development Services Division recommended acceptance of a deed of
dedication for additional right-of-way at Meadow Ave. N. to fulfill a
requirement of the Long Short Plat (SHP-05-011). Council concur.
Development Services: Dalpay
Estates Division II Short Plat,
ROW Dedication, NE 19th St
Development Services Division recommended acceptance of a deed of
dedication for additional right-of-way at NE 19th St. to fulfill a requirement of
the Dalpay Estates Division II Short Plat (SHP-03-125). Council concur.
Annexation: Hoquiam, 140th
Ave SE & SE 122nd St
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
submitted 60% Notice of Intent to annex petition for the proposed Hoquiam
Annexation and recommended a public hearing be held on 9/26/2005 to
consider the petition and R-8 zoning; 20.49 acres located between 140th Ave.
SE and 144th Ave. SE and between NE 6th St. and NE 6th Pl., if extended.
Council concur.
Finance: Signatures for
Banking Transactions
Finance and Information Services Department recommended approval of a
resolution updating signature authorities for depositories and electronic fund
transfer for the City, due to personnel changes. Council concur. (See page 307
for resolution.)
Airport: Layout Plan Update,
URS Corporation
Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of a contract in the
amount of $129,257.19 with URS Corporation to update the Airport Layout
Plan. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
CAG: 01-071, Maple Valley
Hwy Improvements, Perteet
Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of Supplemental
Agreement No. 6 to CAG-01-071, contract with Perteet, Inc. for additional
work in the amount of $99,880 for the Maple Valley Hwy. (SR-169)
Improvements Project Phase 2. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
Utility: Tonelli Property
Quitclaim Deeds, Memorial for
Former Renton Police Chief
Ang Busato
Utility Systems Division recommended that Council concur in the acceptance of
the 1975 quitclaim deed for the Tonelli property consisting of 50 square feet
near the northeast intersection of Logan Ave. N. and the Cedar River Waterway,
and concur in the approval of a quitclaim deed for Richard Tonelli's rights to the
property. It was also recommended that Council refer the subject of a memorial
on the property for former Renton Police Chief Ang Busato and the memorial
financing to Community Services Committee.
September 12, 2005 Renton City Council Minutes Page 305
Utility: Springbrook Creek
Floodplain Map & N 26th
St/Park Pl N Storm
Improvement Projects Fund
Transfer
Utility Systems Division requested approval to transfer funds in the amount of
$130,000 from the SW 7th St. Drainage Improvement Project Phase II account
to the Springbrook Creek Floodplain Map Update Project account ($50,000)
and the N. 26th St. and Park Pl. N. Storm Improvement Project account
($80,000). Refer to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL APPROVE THE
CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Transportation (Aviation)
Committee
CAG: 03-033, SW 27th
St/Strander Blvd Extension
Design with Perteet, Fund 317
Budget Adjustment
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve
Supplemental Agreement #3 to CAG-03-033, contract with Perteet, Inc. in the
amount of $110,846 for construction management services for the SW 27th
St./Strander Blvd. Connection Phase I, Segment 1 Project, and to authorize the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute the supplement subject to Council's approval
of a forthcoming Finance Committee recommendation that authorizes the
funding.
The Committee also recommended that consideration of a budget adjustment to
the Transportation 317 Fund to allow funding of the SW 27th St./Strander Blvd.
Connection Phase I, Segment 1 Project, be referred to the Finance Committee
for review and recommendation on 9/19/2005, of the following: 1) the
construction contract award and cost of the lowest responsible construction bid,
plus a 20% contingency (sealed bids were due 9/7/2005); 2) the construction
management services agreement supplement in the amount of $110,846 (CAG-
03-033); and 3) staff and other soft costs in the amount of $195,154.
The Committee further recommended that if Council approves a budget
adjustment for this project, that the Transportation Fund be reimbursed by
bonding to be secured in 2006. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Sound Transit: Phase 2 Work
Plan, Renton Prioritized
Projects List
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to prioritize the Sound
Transit Phase 2 (ST2) projects in Renton as follows:
1. New high occupancy vehicle (HOV)/Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line from
Bellevue to Renton includes: Completion of Sound Move Project - N. 8th
St. HOV direct access at I-405; Transit Station and structured parking at N.
8th St. and Logan Ave. N.; and Connection to Longacres Commuter Rail
Station and completion of SW 27th St./Strander Blvd.
2. HOV Direct Access at SW 27th St./SR-167
3. HOV Direct Access at Rainier/SR-167/I-405
4. BRT Station at Lind Ave. SW
5. BRT Station at NE 44th St.
MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
Councilman Corman reported that he attended an Eastside Transportation
Partnership (ETP) meeting at which this topic was discussed. He relayed the
confusion experienced by many cities regarding Sound Transit's listing of the
project priorities, and announced that a special meeting of the ETP will be held
on September 30th to clarify the matter.
September 12, 2005 Renton City Council Minutes Page 306
*MOTION CARRIED.
Transportation: Trans-Valley
Corridor Intelligent
Transportation System
Interlocal Agreement
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute the Trans-Valley Intelligent Transportation System
Project interlocal agreement for the transfer of ownership and the operation and
maintenance of traffic signals and related equipment along the Trans-Valley
Corridor. The Committee further recommended that the resolution regarding
this matter be presented for reading and adoption. MOVED BY PALMER,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 307 for resolution.)
Utilities Committee
Utility: Oversizing
Reimbursement Request,
Urban Crafts, BDJS Associates
Utilities Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding the request by
BDJS Associates for the Urban Crafts development utility oversizing
reimbursement. The Committee recommended concurrence in the staff
recommendation to approve the final costs for oversizing of utilities along
Olympia Ave. NE for sewer and water in the amounts of $56,769 for water and
$67,279 for sewer. The Committee further recommended that Council
authorize the Administration to reimburse the developer for his costs, not to
exceed the final amounts approved herein. MOVED BY CORMAN,
SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers Finance Committee Vice Chair Nelson presented a report recommending
approval of Claim Vouchers 240557 - 241078 and two wire transfers totaling
$4,242,030.86; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 59606 - 59932, one wire
transfer, and 617 direct deposits totaling $2,034,386.41. MOVED BY
NELSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Tabled Item
Annexation: Akers Farms,
108th Ave SE & Puget Dr S
Referring to the motion that was tabled at the 8/15/2005 Council meeting
regarding the Akers Farms Annexation, Councilman Clawson relayed that
Council received a memo from the Administration requesting concurrence in
the motion without the exclusion of Mr. Ableidinger's property, and pointing
out that removal of this property would set a precedent and likely have a
detrimental effect on future annexation efforts.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REMOVE
THE MOTION FROM THE TABLE. CARRIED.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL ACCEPT THE
AKERS FARMS 60% DIRECT PETITION TO ANNEX, SUPPORT FUTURE
ZONING CONSISTENT WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN'S
RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY LAND USE DESIGNATION, AND
AUTHORIZE THE ADMINISTRATION TO SUBMIT THE NOTICE OF
INTENT PACKAGE TO THE BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD AND
PREPARE THE RELEVANT ORDINANCES.*
In response to Councilman Corman's inquiry, Mr. Pietsch explained that staff
was unsuccessful in their attempts to contact Mr. Ableidinger by telephone;
however, a letter was mailed to him outlining the effects of the annexation on
his property. He stated that the annexation was expanded to include the
Ableidinger property since the initial annexation had signatures representing
100% of the initial property owners, and expansion to the east created a more
reasonable boundary while allowing the City to bring in more developable area.
Councilman Corman noted Mr. Ableidinger's concern regarding his
September 12, 2005 Renton City Council Minutes Page 307
participation in a Local Improvement District (LID) for sewer. City Attorney
Larry Warren explained that the LID assessment by law cannot be more than the
increase in value of the property, occasioned by the improvements. If Mr.
Ableidinger paid for an assessment for sewer to his property, his property had to
be increased in value equivalent to the amount he has paid over the years;
therefore, he could not suffer a loss by definition.
*MOTION CARRIED.
RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3769
Plat: Stoneridge, Nile Ave NE,
FP-05-001
A resolution was read approving the Stoneridge Final Plat, aka Windstone;
approximately 12.7 acres located west of Nile Ave. NE and north of SR-900
(FP-05-001). MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3770
Finance: Signatures for
Banking Transactions
A resolution was read authorizing signature for depositories and electronic fund
transfers on behalf of and in the name of the City of Renton. MOVED BY
LAW, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION
AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3771
Transportation: Trans-Valley
Corridor Intelligent
Transportation System
Interlocal Agreement
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
interlocal agreement for the transfer of ownership and the operation and
maintenance of traffic signals and related equipment along the Trans-Valley
Corridor. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Ableidinger
- Akers Farms Annexation,
108th Ave SE & Puget Dr S
Robert Ableidinger, 10908 SE 164th St., Renton, 98055, expressed his
unhappiness with Council's decision to include his property in the Akers Farms
Annexation. Noting the lack of control he has over his own property, he
pointed out that his property has been taken from him and used without his
consent, that due process was not considered, and that his property has been
devalued.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
AND ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL RECESS
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR APPROXIMATELY 45 MINUTES TO
DISCUSS PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS, PROPERTY LITIGATION, AND
LABOR RELATIONS WITH NO OFFICIAL ACTION TO BE TAKEN AND
THAT THE COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED WHEN THE
EXECUTIVE SESSION IS ADJOURNED. CARRIED. Time: 8:54 p.m.
Executive session was conducted. There was no action taken. The executive
session and the Council meeting adjourned at 9:58 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
September 12, 2005