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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
January 9, 2006 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:00 p.m. M I N U T E S Renton City Hall
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kathy Keolker called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order
and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL OF
COUNCILMEMBERS
RANDY CORMAN, Council President; TONI NELSON; DAN CLAWSON;
DENIS LAW; TERRI BRIERE; MARCIE PALMER; DON PERSSON.
CITY STAFF IN
ATTENDANCE
KATHY KEOLKER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative
Officer; LAWRENCE J. WARREN, City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City
Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; JENNIFER HENNING, Principal Planner; DENNIS CULP,
Community Services Administrator; JUDGE TERRY JURADO, Municipal
Court; KAREN BERGSVIK, Human Services Manager; LESLIE BETLACH,
Parks Director; LINDA HERZOG, Interim Assistant to the CAO; ALEX
PIETSCH, Economic Development Administrator; COMMANDER FLOYD
ELDRIDGE, Police Department.
INSTALLATION OF
COUNCILMEMBERS AND
MUNICIPAL COURT
JUDGE
Retired Renton Municipal Court Judge Roger Lewis ceremonially administered
the oath of office to Councilman Dan Clawson, Position No. 2, who was
reelected in November 2005 to a four-year term to expire 12/31/2009. (Mr.
Clawson was sworn-in by the City Clerk on 1/6/2006.)
City Clerk Bonnie Walton administered the oath of office to Councilmembers
Terri Briere, Position No. 6, and Randy Corman, Position No. 1, and to
Municipal Court Judge Terry Jurado, each of whom was reelected in November
2005 to a four-year term to expire 12/31/2009.
The Councilmembers and Judge introduced members of their family who were
present in the audience.
RECESS MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL RECESS
FOR 15 MINUTES. CARRIED. Time: 7:14 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 7:30 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present.
PROCLAMATION
National Mentoring Month -
January, 2006
A proclamation by Mayor Keolker was read declaring the month of January,
2006, to be "National Mentoring Month" in the City of Renton in tribute to the
many dedicated individuals who volunteer their time, compassion, and talents to
mentor young people, and encouraging all citizens to join in this special
observance and to consider giving back to the community as mentors. MOVED
BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION AS READ. CARRIED.
Erin Iverson, Mentor Program Coordinator with Communities in Schools of
Renton, accepted the proclamation with appreciation and noted the need for
more mentors.
SPECIAL
PRESENTATIONS
Human Services: Housing
Repair Program, First Savings
Bank Grant
Karen Bergsvik, Human Services Manager, recognized First Savings Bank of
Renton for its contributions to the City's Housing Repair Program. Since 1997,
the bank has donated over $125,000. She stated that 161 households received
772 repairs in 2005. Ms. Bergsvik presented Victor Karpiak, Chairman and
Chief Executive Officer, and Bob Gagnier, Senior Vice President, with a crystal
thank you award for supporting the program. Mr. Gagnier expressed his
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appreciation for the recognition, saying that the bank is very proud of the
Housing Repair Program.
Mayor Keolker pointed out that this is yet another example of community
partnerships and of the local business community stepping up to help the
residents of Renton.
King County: Update,
Councilmember Reagan Dunn
King County Councilman Reagan Dunn, District 9, explained that the number
of districts in King County was reduced from 13 to nine (mandated by voters in
2004). Councilmembers representing odd-numbered districts serve four-year
terms, and those in even-numbered districts serve two-year terms. He indicated
that he represents approximately 40% of Renton, and Councilwoman Julia
Patterson, District 5, represents the rest.
Councilman Dunn described the duties of the King County Council, and noted
that the emphasis areas he will work on in the coming year include:
transportation, land use, law enforcement, and county government reform. He
highlighted the progress he has made in these areas of emphasis, and described
his future plans as follows: Transportation - concentrate on the freeway system
in Renton; Land Use - address permitting problems and increase the efficiency
of agencies as well as customer service satisfaction; and Law Enforcement -
reduce methamphetamine use.
Turning to additional issues affecting Renton, Mr. Dunn reported that he will
focus attention on Renton Transit Center security, annexation and incorporation
matters, preserving the Spirit of Washington Dinner Train as a future use on the
eastside rail corridor, and the new election facility (possible siting in Renton).
Councilman Dunn introduced his staff members. In conclusion, he stressed that
he is proud to represent Renton for another four years and will work hard to
communicate the City's concerns to King County.
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 2006 and beyond. Items noted included:
The offices at Renton City Hall will be closed on January 16th in
observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Historically, City offices have
remained open.
The Rotary Club of Renton purchased 1,500 coats through Rotary's
National Operation Warm Coat. Over several months, family liaisons from
Communities in Schools of Renton and rotarians have distributed over
1,300 coats to Renton school students. The remaining 200 coats will be
distributed this month.
Police: Officer Shooting Mayor Keolker reported that Police Officer Larry Strauss was shot in the line of
duty by a fleeing suspect at approximately 7:45 p.m. on January 8th. Stating
that all four suspects are now in custody, the Mayor thanked local businesses
and the responding police agencies for their assistance during the incident. She
asserted that Officer Strauss is expected to completely recover, and conveyed
his family's appreciation for the support received from the public and the Police
Department.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Hansen -
John A. Hansen, 1108 Anacortes Ave. NE, Renton, 98059, complained of
severe noise disturbances from the nearby Arbors apartment complex when
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Noise Complaint, Arbor
Apartment Complex
garbage is transferred from small containers to a compactor. He noted that he
has measured the level of noise that transpires approximately 150 feet from his
residence at up to 95 decibels. Mr. Hansen indicated that he has contacted the
police and code compliance concerning the matter, but the problem has yet to be
solved. He emphasized that the elimination of the noise disturbance will greatly
improve the quality of life of the affected residents.
Mayor Keolker pointed out that this item is listed on the agenda under
correspondence, and noted that she also received a letter from Mr. Hansen prior
to the holidays, which she referred to staff. The Mayor invited Principal
Planner Jennifer Henning to report on the matter.
Ms. Henning explained that staff received Mr. Hansen's complaint in May 2005,
and the code compliance inspector conducted site visits over the course of three
weeks. The inspector did observe the incident one time, and while the
disturbance was annoying and loud, it did not violate current code. She noted
that staff has been in contact with the apartment management. Ms. Henning
indicated that some small changes to the proposed nuisance ordinance, which is
now under review, may help with the enforcement of these types of
disturbances.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL REFER THE
CORRESPONDENCE TO THE ADMINISTRATION. CARRIED.
Citizen Comment: Baumann -
Noise Complaint, Arbor
Apartment Complex
Marsha Baumann, 4325 NE 11th St., Renton, 98059, noted that the noise
disturbances referred to by the previous speaker are shocking, irritating, and
occur three to five times a week. She stated that the neighborhood endured a lot
of noise during the storm sewer drainage rebuild project, but the banging
produced by this disturbance is even louder. Ms. Baumann asked the City to
help resolve this problem.
Citizen Comment: Temple -
Pavilion Building Lease, Spirit
of Washington
Eric Temple, President of the Spirit of Washington, 625 S. 4th St., Renton,
98055, commented on the success he has had in marketing the Pavilion
Building for use as a venue for meetings and events, both locally and
internationally, since the lease for the building was executed with the City last
July. He reported that 31 events were held in 2005 and 85 events are already
scheduled for 2006. Mr. Temple noted the conflict that occurs with the Cinema
in the Piazza event that is held on Saturday nights during the summer and the
coinciding events held in the Pavilion Building.
On another subject, Mr. Temple announced that he recently joined the King
County Boys and Girls Club Board of Directors, and that a fundraiser will be
held for the Renton Skyway club in April.
Councilman Law praised Mr. Temple and his staff for the way events are
handled at the Pavilion Building.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. Item 8.o. was removed for separate consideration.
Council Meeting Minutes of
12/12/2005
Approval of Council meeting minutes of 12/12/2005. Council concur.
Vacation: NE 4th St, City of
Renton, VAC-04-006
City Clerk recommended adoption of an ordinance finalizing the City of Renton
vacation (on behalf of Bales Limited Partnership) of a portion of NE 4th St.,
east of Rosario Ave. NE, as all conditions of the vacation approval have been
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satisfied. Council concur. (See page 11 for ordinance.)
CAG: 05-185, Burnett Linear
Park Play Area Renovation, TF
Sahli Construction
City Clerk reported bid opening on 12/7/2005 for CAG-05-185, Burnett Linear
Park Play Area Renovation; 12 bids; engineer's estimate $50,000 - $60,000; and
submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to the low bidder, T.F.
Sahli Construction, in the amount of $57,664. Council concur.
Finance: 2004 State of
Washington Audit Report
City Clerk submitted the 2004 Washington State Auditor's Office Report for the
City of Renton for the period of January 1 through December 31, 2004.
Information.
Vacation: Jericho Ave SE,
Romano, VAC-05-005
City Clerk submitted petition for street vacation for portion of Jericho Ave. SE,
south of NE 4th St.; petitioner Mike Romano, Centurion Development Services,
22617 8th Dr. SE, Bothell, 98021. Refer to Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; set public hearing on 2/6/2006. (See page 11 for resolution.)
City Clerk: 2005 General
Election Canvass Results
City Clerk submitted the 2005 General Election canvass results from King
County Records and Elections, as follows: Council Position No. 1, Randy
Corman (8,999 - elected); Council Position No. 2, Dan Clawson (7,089 -
elected) and Brett Kappenman (3,190); Council Position No. 6, Terri Briere
(8,480 - elected); Municipal Court Judge, Terry L. Jurado (5,364 - elected) and
Russ Wilson (5,132). Information.
Community Services: Museum
Management, Renton
Historical Society
Community Services Department recommended approval of a museum
management agreement with the Renton Historical Society. Refer to
Community Services Committee.
Community Services: Museum
Supervisor Position Candidates
Travel Costs
Community Services Department requested approval to equally share the
transportation costs with the Renton Historical Society to bring three out-of-
state Museum Supervisor position candidates to Renton for a second round of
interviews. City's cost share is $1,000. Council concur.
Development Services: Sunset
Crest Short Plat, ROW
Dedication, NE 19th St
Development Services Division recommended acceptance of a deed of
dedication for additional right-of-way in the vicinity of NE 19th St. and Queen
Ave. NE to fulfill a requirement of the Sunset Crest Short Plat (SHP-04-119).
Council concur.
EDNSP: Lodging Tax
Collections to Renton Visitors
Connection, Chamber of
Commerce Contract
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
recommended approval of the Renton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
recommendation to allocate $119,500 of lodging tax collections to the Renton
Visitors Connection for its 2006 tourism marketing efforts. Approval was also
sought to execute a contract with the Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce for
management of the tourism promotion campaign not to exceed the $119,500.
Council concur.
EDNSP: Lodging Tax
Collections to Community
Marketing Campaign,
Hamilton/Saunderson Contract
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
recommended approval of the Renton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
recommendation to allocate lodging tax collections as follows: $62,500 for an
eighth year of the Renton Community Marketing Campaign, and $50,000 to
produce a Renton marketing video. Approval was also sought for the contract
with Hamilton/Saunderson Marketing Partnership not to exceed $112,500 to
administer the campaign, and for the issuance of a request for proposals for
video production firms. Council concur.
EDNSP: Federal Lobbyist
Services, Van Ness Feldman
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
requested approval of a contract with Van Ness Feldman in an amount not to
exceed $70,000 for federal lobbyist services. Council concur.
CAG: 95-087, King County Fire Department recommended approval of an addendum to the operating
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Fire Protection District #25 agreement with King County Fire Protection District #25 (CAG-95-087), to
extend the term through 2007. Council concur.
Plat: Honey Brooke West,
Hoquiam Ave NE, PP-05-055
Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Honey
Brooke West Preliminary Plat; 51 single-family lots on 8.3 acres located on the
500-600 block of Hoquiam Ave. NE. Council concur.
Transportation: Wells Ave S &
S 4th St Traffic Concerns
Transportation Systems Division requested briefing on traffic concerns at S. 4th
St. and Wells Ave. S. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
Utility: Utility Rates & System
Development Charges Study,
Financial Consulting Solutions
Group
Utility Systems Division requested approval of a contract with Financial
Consulting Solutions Group, Inc. in the amount of $97,940 to conduct a
comprehensive study and analysis of utility rates and system development
charges. Refer to Utilities Committee.
Added Item 8.r.
Community Services:
Maplewood Golf Course
Carpet Paint & Wallpaper,
Alexa Milton Interior Design
Community Services Department recommended approval of a contract with
Alexa Milton Interior Design in the amount of $97,789.89 for contract
management, procurement, and installation of carpet, paint, and wallpaper at the
Maplewood Golf Course clubhouse and driving range. Council concur.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL APPROVE THE
CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 8.o. FOR
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION AND TO CORRECT THE AGENDA BILL
DOCUMENT SUMMARY ON ITEM 8.f. TO STATE "2005" GENERAL
ELECTION RESULTS INSTEAD OF "2003." CARRIED.
Separate Consideration
Item 8.o.
Human Resources: LEOFF 1
Members, Dental Care
Funding
Human Resources and Risk Management Department recommended approval of
limited preventative dental care for retired LEOFF 1 (Law Enforcement Officers
and Fire Fighters) members.
Council President Corman noted that the Finance Committee's authority is
limited on this item, and he invited Mayor Keolker's comments on the matter.
She explained that the LEOFF 1 Disability Board approved this item, and the
City is obligated under State law to fund it since the Board has the authority to
enhance benefits. However, the funding of this item is not in the budget; thus
requiring Council action. She noted LEOFF 1 board members Nelson's and
Law's efforts to reduce the impact of the benefit.
The Mayor shared her philosophical reluctance in placing this item in the
budget, pointing out that LEOFF 1 Board members created the additional
benefit for themselves, and LEOFF 1 members receive full medical benefits for
life, paid for by the City, in addition to their State retirement benefit. She stated
that this is a new benefit, and the costs, which are paid by the taxpayers, will
continue to grow over time.
Pointing out that she chairs the LEOFF 1 Board, Councilwoman Nelson
explained that dental coverage has been requested for the last four years, and the
Board has discussed the issue at length. She stated that although a dental plan is
not a requirement, an agreement was finally reached specifying that the City
pay up to $250 per year per member (the benefit is limited to a maximum of
$500 annually and requires 50% co-pay by the retiree receiving care). Ms.
Nelson reported that the Board consists of five members, and Councilman Law
and herself are the only board members that are not recipients of the benefits.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL APPROVE THE
LIMITED DENTAL BENEFIT FOR LEOFF 1 RETIREES. CARRIED.
Councilman Persson noted for the record that he abstained from voting on the
matter since he is a recipient of benefits from LEOFF 1.
January 9, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 10
CORRESPONDENCE
Citizen Comment: Hansen -
Noise Complaint, Arbor
Apartment Complex
The letter from John. A. Hansen, 1108 Anacortes Ave. NE, Renton, 98059, was
referred to the Administration during the audience comment portion of the
meeting.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Utilities Committee
Utility: Water System Intertie,
Skyway Water and Sewer
District
Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve a utilities cooperation
agreement with Skyway Water and Sewer District for the design and
construction of a water system emergency intertie between Skyway Dimmitt
Booster Pump Station and the City's water system. The City's share of the
project is $154,494. The Committee further recommended that the resolution
regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption. MOVED BY
CLAWSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 11 for resolution.)
Utility: Wastewater
Improvements Cost Sharing,
Wedgewood Lane Preliminary
Plats, LandTrust
Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending
concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the LandTrust, Inc. request
for oversizing/cost sharing, utilizing the method of cost reimbursement
developed by staff and the developer, for additional work associated with
wastewater improvements at the plat of Wedgewood Lane. The Committee
further recommended that staff be authorized to reimburse LandTrust, Inc. for
actual costs not to exceed the requested $261,092.83. Costs in excess of the
requested amount shall be brought back to Council. MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee
Finance: Vouchers
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending approval of
Claim Vouchers 244181 - 244372 and one wire transfer totaling $1,700,875.69.
MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Community Services: Tiffany
Park Recreation Building,
Fund 316 Reallocation
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report regarding the reallocation
of Fund 316 project savings to the Tiffany Park Recreation Building. The
Committee recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve
the reallocation of $95,220 derived by other 2005 CIP project savings in Fund
316 to the Tiffany Park Recreation Building replacement project for a new
budget total of $301,220. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY LAW,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Information Services
Management, GM2 Systems
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending
concurrence in the Administration's recommendation to approve the three-year
(2006-2008) consultant agreement for information services management 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 LAW, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3786
Utility: Water System Intertie,
Skyway Water and Sewer
District
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a
utilities cooperation agreement between the City of Renton and Skyway Water
and Sewer District for the design and construction of an emergency water
system intertie between Skyway Dimmit Booster Pump Station and the City of
Renton water system. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
January 9, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 11
Resolution #3787
Vacation: Jericho Ave SE,
Romano, VAC-05-005
A resolution was read setting a public hearing date on 2/6/2006 to vacate a
portion of Jericho Ave. SE (Mike Romano, Centurion Development Services;
VAC-05-005). MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 1/23/2006 for second and final reading:
Finance: Issaquah School
District Impact Fee
An ordinance was read changing the impact fee collection on behalf of the
Issaquah School District within the City of Renton from $2,937 per new single
family home to $5,115 per new single family home. MOVED BY LAW,
SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 1/23/2006. CARRIED.
Vacation: NE 4th St, City of
Renton, VAC-04-006
An ordinance was read vacating a portion of NE 4th St., east of Rosario Ave.
NE (City of Renton; VAC-04-006). MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED
BY PALMER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 1/23/2006. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
WSDOT: SR-167 S 43rd &
SW 41st Ramp Improvements
Detour Plans
Councilman Persson asked that IKEA be invited to the Washington State
Department of Transportation's presentation at the Committee of the Whole
meeting on January 23rd regarding detour plans for the SR-167 South 43rd and
Southwest 41st ramp improvements.
Legal: Advertisement
Brochure Holders Located on
Sidewalks
Councilman Persson inquired if anything can be done about the containers that
hold advertisement booklets for items such as real estate that are located on
sidewalks, which seem to multiply and are sometimes found overturned. Mayor
Keolker stated that the Administration will look into the matter.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
AND ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL RECESS
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR TEN MINUTES TO DISCUSS
POTENTIAL PROPERTY ACQUISITION WITH NO OFFICIAL ACTION
TO BE TAKEN AND THAT THE COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED
WHEN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION IS ADJOURNED. CARRIED. Time:
8:37 p.m.
Executive session was conducted. There was no action taken. The executive
session and the Council meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
January 9, 2006