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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
November 28, 2005 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:00 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; DON PERSSON;
RANDY CORMAN; TONI NELSON; DAN CLAWSON; DENIS LAW.
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; MICHAEL BAILEY,
Finance and Information Services Administrator; LINDA HERZOG, Interim
Assistant to the CAO; CHIEF GARRY ANDERSON and COMMANDER
CHARLES MARSALISI, Police Department.
PROCLAMATION
St. Anthony Day - 12/3/2005
A proclamation by Mayor Keolker-Wheeler was read declaring the day of
December 3, 2005, to be St. Anthony Day in the City of Renton and
encouraging all citizens to join in this special observance, as St. Anthony
Catholic Church, which is the first and only Catholic church in downtown
Renton, will celebrate its 100th anniversary on December 3rd. MOVED BY
LAW, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED. Father Gary Zender accepted the
proclamation with appreciation, pointing out that St. Anthony and the City of
Renton have grown up together.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Finance: Distinguished Budget
Presentation Award
Finance and Information Services Administrator Michael Bailey announced that
the City of Renton once again received the Government Finance Officers
Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its annual
budget for the fiscal year beginning 1/1/2005. He stated that the award is the
result of a peer review program that GFOA conducts on both local government
budgets and annual financial reports. Mr. Bailey credited the teamwork
between the staff and the Council. Mayor Keolker-Wheeler added her thanks to
the staff members who prepared the budget documents.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Annexation: Mosier II, 140th
Ave SE & SE 136th 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 proposed expanded annexation and zoning of 65
acres located between 140th Ave. SE and Lyons Ave. NE, north of SE 136th St.
(Mosier II).
Don Erickson, Senior Planner, stated that this is the second public hearing on
the zoning of the expanded annexation proposal. He reviewed the history of the
Mosier II Annexation, and the existing conditions of the site, including the
structures, topography, sensitive areas, and public services. He reported that a
number of Puget Colony Homes subdivision residents have indicated their
eagerness to annex to Renton because of the drainage field problems and the
opportunity for sewer hook-up.
Turning to the site's zoning, Mr. Erickson indicated that four dwelling units per
gross acre, which can bonus up to six, is currently allowed by King County.
Renton's Comprehensive Plan designations for the site are Residential Low
November 28, 2005 Renton City Council Minutes Page 421
Density and Residential Single Family. Zoning of R-4 (four dwelling units per
net acre) is proposed for the original 31-acre area, as well as for the nine acres
located north of Maplewood Heights Elementary School. Zoning of R-8 (eight
dwelling units per net acre) is proposed for the remaining area. Mr. Erickson
pointed out that the original 31-acre area was grandfathered in at a maximum
density of five dwelling units per net acre.
Mr. Erickson stated that the annexation proposal is in compliance with the
objectives of the Boundary Review Board, and is generally consistent with City
policies.
Correspondence was read from Norman W. and Cynthia A. Green, 14128 SE
132nd St., Renton, 98059, opposing the annexation and expressing concern
regarding the following: the way the area was expanded beyond what was
originally proposed by the petition; the inability of residents affected by the
area's expansion to participate in the process other than providing public
comment; the opposing views that are not taken into account; and the continual
comparison between development in King County and Renton that is based on
the installation of sewers.
Public comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL: ADOPT R-4
ZONING FOR THE ORIGINAL 31-ACRE ANNEXATION SITE AND THE
9.8 ACRES NORTH OF MAPLEWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL, ADOPT R-8 ZONING FOR THE REMAINING PROPERTIES
INCLUDING PUGET COLONY HOMES AND THE 13-LOT SUBDIVISION
TO THE NORTH OF THE ORIGINAL 31-ACRE SITE, AND HOLD FIRST
READING OF THE RELATED ORDINANCES. CARRIED. (See page 424
for ordinances.)
Budget: 2006 Annual City of
Renton
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 City of Renton 2006 Budget.
Michael Bailey, Finance and Information Services Administrator, said this is the
second and final public hearing on the proposed 2006 Budget that the Council
has had under consideration for several weeks. He pointed out that the budget
ordinance will be presented for first reading on December 5th.
Public comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY LAW,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
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 2005 and beyond. Items noted included:
The Renton City Concert Band's Holiday Concert will be held on December
8th at the IKEA Performing Arts Center and the Renton Youth Symphony
Orchestra's Holiday Concert will be held on December 11th at Carco
Theatre.
The Washington State Department of Transportation will host an open
house related to the Renton I-405 Nickel Improvement Project on December
November 28, 2005 Renton City Council Minutes Page 422
8th at the Renton Housing Authority.
Community Services: City
Center Parking Garage
Artwork, Richard C Elliott
Mayor Keolker-Wheeler pointed out that on December 3rd, commissioned art at
the City Center Parking Garage will be dedicated at 5:00 p.m., followed by the
annual tree lighting celebration at the Piazza.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Johnson -
Senior Center, Thanksgiving
Dinner
Arland "Buzz" Johnson, 334 Wells Ave. S., #306, Renton, 98055, expressed his
appreciation for all those who assisted with the Thanksgiving Day dinner that
was served at the Senior Center.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Council Meeting Minutes of
11/14/2005
Approval of Council meeting minutes of 11/14/2005. Council concur.
Development Services: Stream
Reclassification, Jones Ave NE
& NE 20th St
Development Services Division recommended the reclassification of a stream
located in the vicinity of Jones Ave. NE and NE 20th St. from Class 4 to Class
5. Refer to Planning and Development Committee.
CAG: 04-103, 2004-2005
Waste Reduction & Recycling
Grant Agreement, King
County
Utility Systems Division recommended approval of an amendment to CAG-04-
103, King County Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant interlocal agreement,
which provides $104,296 in funding to implement Special Recycling Events, a
Business Recycling Program, the Natural Yard Care Program, and costs
associated with the Reuse It! Renton event. Council concur. (See page 424 for
resolution.)
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Finance Committee
Finance: Issaquah School
District Impact Fee
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report regarding the Issaquah
School District mitigation fee. The Committee recommended that a public
hearing be held on 12/12/2005 to consider adoption of a $5,115 impact fee for
new single-family homes within the Issaquah School District in the City of
Renton. 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 243018 - 243439 and two wire transfers totaling
$2,962,435.44; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 60885 - 61085, one wire
transfer, and 599 direct deposits totaling $1,897,829.78. MOVED BY
PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Lease: Renton Housing
Authority, Edlund Property
House
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending
concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve a five-year lease with the
Renton Housing Authority for the house on the City-owned Edlund property
located at 17611 103rd Ave. SE at a lease rate of $1.00 per year. The
Committee recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign
the lease.*
Councilman Persson stated that the Renton Housing Authority will pay to
improve and maintain the house, and a family of ten will live there.
*MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
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Committee
EDNSP: Neighborhood
Program Standards
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to establish standards
for eligibility of being an Officially Recognized Neighborhood under the
Neighborhood Program. These standards are:
A. The association should be dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for
residents and benefit all citizens within the Renton Community.
B. Annually (by March 31st of each year), community/neighborhood
associations are required to complete a neighborhood recognition
application, submit a copy of their association by-laws, and demonstrate
compliance.
C. Associations must define their boundaries and submit a map outlining them
to the Neighborhood Program Coordinator. These boundaries may not
conflict with other recognized neighborhoods and any disputes must be
reconciled prior to recognition.
D. All board members of an association must reside within the defined
geographic boundaries of their community/neighborhood association.
The Committee recommended that staff implement the standards for being an
Officially Recognized Neighborhood by:
A. Establishing a deadline of 3/31/2006 for compliance.
B. Notifying the neighborhood associations of the above standards within 60
days of the deadline.
C. Conducting a workshop, facilitated by staff, to assist in developing boards
and by-laws for those organizations attempting to become officially
recognized.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
EDNSP: 2005 Neighborhood
Grant Program
Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the
2005 neighborhood grant projects. The Committee recommended concurrence
in the staff recommendation to approve the following grant awards:
1. Earlington Neighborhood Association - Install a kiosk with landscaping in
Earlington Park located at 272 Thomas Ave. SW ($2,360).
2. Emerald Gardens Homeowners Association - Continue improvements of
detention pond with a neighborhood identity sign and landscaping. The
project is located at Dayton Ave. NE and NE 20th St. ($3,971).
3. Maplewood Gardens Neighborhood Association - Continue improvements
by landscaping and adding a fence to protect the park from encroachment of
blackberries. The project location is SE 11th St. on City right-of-way
property ($2,700).
4. Summerwind Homeowners Association - Plant dwarf laurels and remove
diseased photina bushes ($136).
5. Winsper Homeowners Association - Continue with phase II of landscaping
main entrance by replacing grass with evergreen and deciduous trees and
groundcover ($8,000).
The Committee further recommended approval of funding the following
administrative newsletter application: Summerwind Homeowners Association -
Annual printing expenses for a printed and mailed quarterly newsletter ($279).
November 28, 2005 Renton City Council Minutes Page 424
The total of the second round of applications is $17,446, leaving a remaining
budget of $681. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilwomen Nelson announced that in February 2006, Neighborhood
Coordinator Norma McQuiller will present a full report on the neighborhood
grant projects.
Appointment: Planning
Commission
Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
recommending concurrence in the Mayor's appointment of Joshua Shearer to the
Planning Commission for a three-year term that expires 1/31/2008, replacing
Gerri Jackson.
In view of the City's standing procedure governing appointments to boards and
commissions, the Administration withdrew its recommendation for
reappointment of a current Planning Commission member. MOVED BY
NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilwoman Nelson noted that Mr. Shearer is highly qualified to serve as a
planning commissioner, and will be an asset to the commission.
RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3782
CAG: 04-103, 2004-2005
Waste Reduction & Recycling
Grant Agreement, King
County
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
Amendment #1 to the King County Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant
interlocal agreement, which provides for $104,296 in funding to implement
Special Recycling Events, a Business Recycling Program, and the Natural Yard
Care Program. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 12/5/2005 for second and final reading:
Utility: System Development
Charges, Annexation Fee
An ordinance was read amending Sections 4-1-170 and 4-1-180 of Chapter 1,
Public Works Fees, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of City Code by
changing the fee schedules. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY
BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 12/5/2005. CARRIED.
Development Services:
Deferral of Street
Improvements
An ordinance was read amending Section 4-9-060 of Chapter 9, Permits -
Specific, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of City Code by allowing
application for a fee in lieu of street improvements. MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 12/5/2005. CARRIED.
Annexation: Mosier II, 140th
Ave SE & SE 136th St
An ordinance was read annexing approximately 65 acres of property located
between 140th Ave. SE and Lyons Ave. NE, north of SE 136th St. (Mosier II
Annexation). MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL
REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON
12/5/2005. CARRIED.
Annexation: Mosier II, R-4
Zoning
An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification for approximately
34.7 acres annexed within the City of Renton from R-4 (Urban Residential -
four dwelling units per acre; King County zoning) to R-4 (four dwelling units
per acre) zoning; Mosier II Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED
November 28, 2005 Renton City Council Minutes Page 425
BY LAW, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 12/5/2005. CARRIED.
Annexation: Mosier II, R-8
Zoning
An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification for approximately
20.5 acres annexed within the City of Renton from R-4 (Urban Residential -
four dwelling units per acre; King County zoning) to R-8 (eight dwelling units
per acre) zoning; Mosier II Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED
BY LAW, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 12/5/2005. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading and
adoption:
Ordinance #5167
Budget: 2006 Property Tax
Levy
An ordinance was read establishing the property tax levy for the year 2006 for
both general purposes and for voter approved bond issues. MOVED BY
BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Cook -
Mosier II Annexation, 140th
Ave SE & SE 136th St
In response to a rezoning question pertaining to the Mosier II Annexation by
Frank J. Cook, 14012 SE 133rd St., Renton, 98059, Economic Development
Administrator Alex Pietsch explained that when an area is annexed to the City,
the area is rezoned to comply with the City's Comprehensive Plan land use
designation and zoning classification.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 7:40 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
November 28, 2005