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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
April 24, 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; DON PERSSON; MARCIE PALMER;
TERRI BRIERE; DENIS LAW; TONI NELSON. MOVED BY LAW,
SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMAN
DAN CLAWSON. CARRIED.
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; ALEX PIETSCH, Economic Development Administrator; DON
ERICKSON, Senior Planner; MICHAEL BAILEY, Finance and Information
Services Administrator; LINDA HERZOG, Interim Assistant to the CAO;
COMMANDER CHARLES MARSALISI, Police Department.
PROCLAMATIONS
Day of Prayer - 5/4/2006
A proclamation by Mayor Keolker was read declaring the day of May 4, 2006,
to be "Day of Prayer" in the City of Renton in keeping with the wishes of the
Congress of the United States and the Governor of the State of Washington, and
encouraging all citizens to join in this special observance. MOVED BY
CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
Native Plant Appreciation
Week - 4/30/2006 to 5/6/2006
A proclamation by Mayor Keolker was read declaring the week of April 30
through May 6, 2006, to be "Native Plant Appreciation Week" in the City of
Renton and encouraging all citizens to learn more about native plants and how
to protect them, and to enjoy and appreciate the value and beauty of native flora.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
Mayor Keolker changed the order of business, as the special presentation
speaker had not yet arrived.
PUBLIC HEARING
Annexation: Akers Farms,
108th Ave SE & Puget Dr S
This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Keolker opened the public hearing
to consider the proposed annexation and R-8 zoning of 14.02 acres (including
the abutting street right-of-way) located in the vicinity of SE 160th St., SE
164th St., 108th Ave. SE and 110th Ave. SE, if extended (Akers Farms).
Senior Planner Don Erickson reported that five single-family dwellings exist on
this site, which slopes generally downward to the northeast from the southwest
corner. The northern portion of the site contains an unclassified coal mine
hazard area. In regards to the public services, he noted that the site is within
Fire District #40, the sewer service areas of Renton and the Soos Creek Water
and Sewer District, the water service area of Soos Creek Water and Sewer
District, and the Renton School District.
Mr. Erickson stated that current King County zoning is R-8 (eight dwelling
units per gross acre), and the Renton Comprehensive Plan designates the site as
Residential Single Family for which R-8 (eight dwelling units per net acre) is
proposed. He indicated that the fiscal impact analysis assumes a potential of 76
homes at full development, the replacement of the five existing homes, and an
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average new home value of $375,000. A $395 surplus is estimated at current
development, and a $16,842 surplus is estimated at full development. Mr.
Erickson noted the one time parks acquisition and development cost of $30,721.
Mr. Erickson reported that the proposed annexation is consistent with City
policies and Boundary Review Board criteria, and serves the best interests and
general welfare of the City, especially if higher quality development is
encouraged near Nelsen Middle School. He indicated that no major service
issues were identified; however, City departments noted the cumulative impact
of recent annexations, which will eventually require additional staff.
Public comment was invited. There being none, it was MOVED BY BRIERE,
SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL: SUPPORT R-8
ZONING CONSISTENT WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; ACCEPT
THE AKERS FARMS ANNEXATION; CONCURRENTLY REZONE THE
SITE BY ADOPTING R-8 ZONING FOR THE 12.99-ACRE NON-STREET
PORTION; AND PRESENT THE ORDINANCES FOR FIRST READING ON
5/8/2006. CARRIED.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Legislature: 2006 State
Legislative Session Wrap-Up
Renton's State lobbyist, Doug Levy, presented the 2006 legislative session
wrap-up report. He pointed out that typically one-half to one-third of the bills
introduced into the legislative process affect local government in some way.
Mr. Levy highlighted the following items:
• Streamlined Sales Tax - the full mitigation solution was held by the House
Speaker due to political campaign and timing issues.
• Annexation Financing - a new financing tool for large annexations was
passed which could mean up to $4.5 million per year to help with
annexation of areas such as West Hill and Fairwood.
• Transportation - 1) additional flexibility for the Regional Transportation
Investment District (RTID); 2) provision that allows formation of
Transportation Benefit Districts with voter approval; 3) SR-169 designated
a Highway of State Significance; and 4) new funding codified for the
Transportation Improvement Board.
• Budget - funding for law enforcement training academy and for
inventorying buildable lands.
• Economic Development - opportunity to compete for infrastructure
financing.
• Tax Incentives - 1) excise tax relief for certain aerospace suppliers; 2) new
sales tax deferral for biotech manufacturing; and 3) State matching money
for film and TV production.
• Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice and Courts - 1) more than a dozen bills
passed concerning sex offenders; 2) provisions for electronic ticketing; and
3) felony treatment of repeat DUI offenders.
Mr. Levy noted that the mole trapping issue was held up in the process, as well
as State/local agency liability limitations. Looking forward, he stated that more
work lies ahead regarding issues such as eminent domain, transportation
governance, sales tax streamlining, auto theft, potential RTID and Sound
Transit joint ballot, and capital budget funding for the Chastain Trail (federal
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funding will also be pursued).
In conclusion, Mr. Levy emphasized the following: legislative tracking,
lobbying, and advocating has become a year-round business; it is important to
monitor State initiatives, which can change and undo legislative action; and
Renton's strategy to focus on a few issues has been a successful formula.
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 Mayor's Planting Day on April 22nd was a success with over 60
volunteers planting trees and flowers in the downtown business district.
The Second Annual Community Garage Sale will be held at the Renton
Community Center on April 29th.
The 2006 Summer What's Happening recreation brochure will be available
beginning May 1st, with registration opening May 2nd for Renton residents,
and May 4th for non-residents.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: DeMastus -
Highlands Community
Association
Sandel DeMastus, Highlands Community Association (HCA) Vice President,
1137 Harrington Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, claimed that false information was
given by a speaker regarding the association at the last Council meeting. Ms.
DeMastus named the nine HCA board members, and shared their professional
backgrounds. She stated that the HCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization,
who, like other neighborhood associations, left Renton's Neighborhood Program
due to its rules. Ms. DeMastus emphasized that the HCA has done a lot for the
Highlands area, and she is very proud of the association.
Citizen Comment: Petersen -
Highlands Subarea Plan
Inez Petersen, 3306 Lake Washington Blvd. N., #3, Renton, 98056, stated that
although she is excited about The Landing project as discussed during
Committee of the Whole, the Highlands Community Association (HCA) is
concerned about the related traffic issues. Ms. Petersen announced that HCA
filed an appeal on the Environmental Review Committee's SEPA determination
regarding the Highlands Subarea rezoning proposal.
Ms. Petersen recommended that existing single-family dwellings and duplexes
in the Highlands not become non-conforming. Property owners unwilling to
upgrade the dwellings should be encouraged to sell to someone who will
upgrade, and if they do not, she supports the City's enforcement of laws to
acquire the property for development. Additionally, she recommended
increased police presence, sidewalk repair and installation, and review of low-
interest loans and non-profit assistance availability for low-income citizens.
Ms. Petersen encouraged the City to consider a compromise between the area's
current situation and high density development.
Citizen Comment: McOmber -
Highlands Subarea Plan
Howard McOmber, 475 Olympia Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, said he favors
upgrading the Highlands area. He agreed that upgrades to the zoning are also
needed; however, the proposed zoning text still needs substantial revision.
Emphasizing that the moratorium has stopped residents from upgrading their
property, Mr. McOmber pointed out that residents should be allowed the
freedom to improve the area. He stated that he wants to continue to improve the
Highlands with the City's help, and stressed that time is needed to do it right and
to work things out.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
April 24, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 132
CAG: 06-044, New Park
Construction at 233 Union Ave
NE, Ohno Construction
City Clerk reported bid opening on 4/5/2006 for CAG-06-044, New Park
Construction at 233 Union Ave. NE; three bids; engineer's estimate $1,134,000;
and submitted staff recommendation to award the contract to low bidder, Ohno
Construction, in the amount of $994,990.14. Council concur.
Community Services: City
Hall Mechanical Maintenance,
McKinstry Company
Community Services Department recommended approval of a contract in the
amount of $63,509 annually with McKinstry Company for heating, ventilating,
and air conditioning systems services at City Hall. Council concur.
Development Services:
Veldyke 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 Veldyke Short Plat (SHP-05-065). Council concur.
Transportation: Rainier Ave &
Hardie Ave SW Improvements
Design, KPG Inc
Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement in the
amount of $2,736,425 with KPG, Inc. for design of the Rainier Ave.
Improvements (S. 4th Pl. to S. 2nd St.) and Hardie Ave. SW Transit/Multimodal
Improvements projects. Council concur.
Transportation: South Lake
WA Infrastructure
Improvement, CTED Grant
Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement for a
$5 million grant from Washington State Department of Community, Trade and
Economic Development for utility improvements for the South Lake
Washington Infrastructure Improvement project. Council concur. (See page
134 for resolution.)
Transportation: Limited Term
Positions Hire, Construction
Management & Inspection
Services
Transportation Systems Division requested authorization to use approved
project funding for three limited term employees to provide construction
management and inspection services for the SR-169 HOV Improvements and
Duvall Ave. NE projects in the amount of $279,500. Refer to Finance
Committee.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Added
CORRESPONDENCE
Citizen Comment: Various -
Highlands Subarea, Zoning
Text & Zoning Map
Amendments
Correspondence was read from Dave S. Nguyen, 1422 Jefferson Ave. NE,
Renton, 98056, and Nen Kim Phan, 1420 Jefferson Ave. NE, Renton, 98056,
expressing agreement with the City's Highlands Subarea rezoning proposal.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Committee of the Whole
Planning: The Landing Public
Infrastructure, Transwestern
Harvest Lakeshore
Council President Corman presented a Committee of the Whole report
regarding The Landing project infrastructure agreement. The Committee
concurred with the recommendation of the Administration to approve and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an agreement with Transwestern
Harvest Lakeshore LLC outlining the coordination and timing of the roadway
and utility improvements necessary to facilitate development of The Landing.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Mr. Corman indicated that the City
is going forward with approximately $19 million in road improvements at the
former Boeing property to support The Landing project.
Finance Committee
Finance: Vouchers
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending approval of
Claim Vouchers 247523 - 248017 and two wire transfers totaling
$3,090,801.03; and approval of Payroll Vouchers 63025 - 63191, one wire
transfer, and 609 direct deposits totaling $1,947,403. MOVED BY PERSSON,
SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
April 24, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 133
Finance: 2005 Carry Forward
Ordinance
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending adoption of
the ordinance authorizing carrying forward appropriated funds not expended in
2005. This ordinance increases the annual 2006 Budget by $12,623,585. The
Committee further recommended that the ordinance be presented for first
reading and advanced to second and final reading. MOVED BY PERSSON,
SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 134 for ordinance.)
Transportation (Aviation)
Committee
Sound Transit: Rainier Ave S,
Hardie Ave SW & SW 27th
St/Strander Blvd Funding
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve an
interlocal agreement with Sound Transit to release their initial funding
contribution of $2,530,000 for the Rainier Ave. S., Hardie Ave. SW, and SW
27th St./Strander Blvd. projects. The Committee further recommended that the
resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the agreement be
presented for reading and adoption. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY
PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 134 for resolution.)
CAG: 06-023, Airport #790
Building Construction, Lincoln
Construction
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to accept the low bid
submitted by Lincoln Construction, Inc. for the Airport Quonset Hut Building
#790 Construction project in the amount of $129,851. The Committee further
recommended authorizing a fund transfer from the Airport's Airside/Landside
Separation Fund in the amount of $118,420 to cover the cost of the contract,
and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the contract. MOVED BY
PALMER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Planning & Development
Committee
Planning: Highlands Subarea
Plan Study Area Moratorium
Planning and Development Committee Chair Briere presented a report
recommending that a public hearing be set on 5/8/2006 to consider extending
the existing moratorium on new development in the R-10 and RM-F zones
within the Highlands Subarea Plan study area. The purpose of this extended
moratorium is to provide adequate time for resolution of the appeal of the SEPA
determination on the Highlands Subarea rezoning proposal before the City
Hearing Examiner, to allow the City Council to consider public testimony, and
to review staff and Planning Commission recommendations concerning the
appropriate density and use of land within the Highlands Subarea Plan study
area, prior to adoption of a zoning text amendment and rezone proposal.*
Councilwoman Briere stated that due to the filing of the appeal by the
Highlands Community Association, it is prudent to extend the moratorium until
the appeal goes through the process.
*MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3803
Transportation: South Lake
WA Infrastructure
Improvement, CTED Grant
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
interlocal agreement with the Washington State Department of Community,
Trade and Economic Development for a $5 million grant for the South Lake
Washington Infrastructure Improvement project. MOVED BY LAW,
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SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3804
Sound Transit: Rainier Ave S,
Hardie Ave SW & SW 27th
St/Strander Blvd Funding
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
interlocal cooperative agreement between the Central Puget Sound Regional
Transit Authority (Sound Transit) and the City of Renton, for the SW 27th
St./Strander Blvd. Extension: West Valley Hwy. to Oakesdale Ave. SW
project, and the Rainier Ave./Hardie Ave. SW Arterial Improvements project.
MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and advanced for
second and final reading:
Finance: 2005 Carry Forward
Ordinance
An ordinance was read amending Ordinance 5180 relating to the City of Renton
annual 2006 Budget, and carrying forward appropriated funds not expended in
2005, which increases the 2006 Budget by $12,623,585. MOVED BY
PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING. CARRIED.
Ordinance #5202
Finance: 2005 Carry Forward
Ordinance
Following second and final reading of the above ordinance, it was MOVED BY
PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Ordinance #5203
Annexation: Hoquiam, 140th
Ave SE & NE 6th St
An ordinance was read annexing approximately 20.5 acres generally located
immediately north of NE 6th St., if extended, east of 140th Ave. SE, if extended
to 144th Ave. SE, and bordered by SE 120th St., if extended, on the north
(Hoquiam Annexation). MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL
AYES. CARRIED.
Ordinance #5204
Annexation: Hoquiam, R-8
Zoning
An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately
20.5 acres generally located immediately north of NE 6th St., if extended, east
of 140th Ave. SE, if extended to 144th Ave. SE, and bordered by SE 120th St.,
if extended, on the north, annexed within the City of Renton as R-8 (Residential
- eight dwelling units per acre) zoning; Hoquiam Annexation. MOVED BY
BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Ordinance #5205
Annexation: Falk II, 102nd
Ave SE & SE 185th St
An ordinance was read annexing approximately 6.29 acres generally located
immediately south of the north side of SE 185th St., if extended, on the north,
the east side of 102nd Ave. SE, on the east, a line parallel and some 428 feet
south of the northern boundary on the south, and approximately 100th Ave. SE,
if extended, on the west (Falk II Annexation). MOVED BY BRIERE,
SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ.
ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Ordinance #5206
Annexation: Falk II, R-8
Zoning
An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification of approximately
6.29 acres generally located immediately south of the north side of SE 185th St.,
if extended, on the north, the east side of 102nd Ave. SE, on the east, a line
parallel and some 428 feet south of the northern boundary on the south, and
approximately 100th Ave. SE, if extended, on the west, annexed within the City
of Renton as R-8 (Residential - eight dwelling units per acre) zoning; Falk II
Annexation. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES.
CARRIED.
Ordinance #5207 An ordinance was read amending Ordinance 5142 by changing the timing to
April 24, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 135
Annexation: Merritt II, SE
May Valley Rd & Coal Creek
Parkway
3/31/2007 for effectuating Phase II of the Merritt II Annexation to the City of
Renton. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADOPT
THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Planning: Highlands Subarea
Rezoning Appeal of SEPA
Determination
Discussion ensued regarding the public meeting and public hearings scheduled
for May 8th. Responding to Council inquiry, Economic Development
Administrator Alex Pietsch clarified that the appeal of the SEPA determination
on the Highlands Subarea rezoning proposal puts on hold any action that staff
could bring forth for Council's consideration regarding the proposal. City
Attorney Larry Warren confirmed that Council is not restricted from discussing
the matter as it is a legislative rather than a quasi-judicial topic.
Community Services: Hanging
Flower Baskets
Councilwoman Nelson reported that the hanging flower baskets are scheduled
to be hung in downtown Renton the week following Mother's Day (May 14th).
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Petersen -
Highlands Subarea Rezoning
Appeal of SEPA
Determination
In response to Inez Petersen's question, 3306 Lake Washington Blvd. N., #3,
Renton, 98056, about the public hearing on the appeal of the SEPA
determination on the Highlands Subarea rezoning proposal, City Attorney
Warren explained that the appeal will be sent to the Hearing Examiner who
establishes a public hearing date. Following consideration of the matter, the
Hearing Examiner will then issue a decision.
In response to Ms. Petersen's inquiry regarding the need for a public hearing on
the moratorium in the Highlands, Councilwoman Briere explained that a
moratorium extension is being considered as the appeal process could take a
significant amount of time to resolve.
Following discussion regarding the public meeting and public hearings
scheduled for May 8th, Council President Corman confirmed the order in which
they will be held as follows: first, the public meeting on overall development of
the Highlands area, second, the public hearing on the Highlands moratorium
extension, and third, the pubic hearing on the AHBL walkway vacation request.
Citizen Comment: DeMastus -
Highlands Community
Association
Sandel DeMastus, 1137 Harrington Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, commented that
the Highlands Community Association is growing fast, and has over 250
members. She added that supporters of the association include Senator
Margarita Prentice, and Representatives Zack Hudgins and Bob Hasegawa.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 8:29 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
April 24, 2006