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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
June 5, 2006 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:00 p.m. M I N U T E S Renton City Hall
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pro Tem Randy Corman called the meeting of the Renton City Council
to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL OF
COUNCILMEMBERS
Mayor Pro Tem RANDY CORMAN; DON PERSSON; MARCIE PALMER;
TERRI BRIERE; DENIS LAW; DAN CLAWSON; TONI NELSON, Council
President Pro Tem.
CITY STAFF IN
ATTENDANCE
LINDA HERZOG, Interim Assistant to the CAO; LAWRENCE J. WARREN,
City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN,
Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; ALEX PIETSCH, Economic
Development Administrator; REBECCA LIND, Planning Manager; BEN
WOLTERS, Economic Development Director; MICHAEL BAILEY, Finance
and Information Services Administrator; DON ERICKSON, Senior Planner;
COMMANDER FLOYD ELDRIDGE, Police Department.
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 2006 and beyond. Items noted included:
The first "Catch a Special Thrill" Charity Bass Tournament was held June
3rd and 4th at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park. The event was hosted
by the C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation, and all proceeds go toward providing
a chance for disabled and disadvantaged children to go fishing for a day at
events sponsored by the foundation.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Annexation: Hudson, Benson
Rd S & SE 168th St
This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Pro Tem Corman opened the
public hearing to consider the 60% Petition to Annex and future zoning for the
proposed Hudson Annexation; 14.6 acres (including streets) located in the
vicinity of SE 168th St. and Benson Rd. S.
Senior Planner Don Erickson stated that the site contains 19 single-family
homes, 152 multi-family units, and at least one vacant parcel. The western
portion of the site is relatively flat, and the eastern portion slopes towards Soos
Creek. He noted that staff recommends the use of King County's 2005 Surface
Water Design Manual standards, or greater, at the time of development. Mr.
Erickson indicated that the site is within Fire District #40, Soos Creek Water
and Sewer District, and the Renton School District.
Continuing, Mr. Erickson stated that the site is currently zoned R-8 (eight
dwelling units per gross acre), R-12, and R-18 in King County. Renton's
Comprehensive Plan designates the area as Residential Single Family and
Residential Medium Density, for which R-8 (eight dwelling units per net acre)
and R-10 zoning is proposed. He pointed out that staff will conduct a more
detailed analysis of the area's land use designations in the near future to reflect
some of the current uses. Mr. Erickson noted that the fiscal impact analysis
indicates a deficit of $52,349 at full development due to the area already being
significantly developed, and an estimated one-time parks acquisition and
development cost of $138,108.
Concluding, Mr. Erickson reported that the proposed annexation is generally
consistent with City policies and relevant Boundary Review Board objectives.
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He indicated that surface water costs are estimated at $3,258 annually, and the
City will be responsible for the cost of a traffic signal and other improvements
at the intersection of 108th Ave. SE and SE 168th St.
Responding to Councilman Clawson's inquiries, Mr. Erickson stated that the
multi-family housing consists of garden apartments and fourplexes. He
explained that signers of the petition agree to future zoning consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan; however, that does not preclude the City from revising the
Comprehensive Plan to better reflect the character of the area. Mr. Erickson
confirmed that the apartments will become legal non-conforming uses, and that
the fiscal impact is a share of all of the City's costs.
Public comment was invited.
Mrs. Ralph Shafar, 1709 SE 29th St., Renton, 98055, indicated her support for
the annexation as it will provide City boundary continuity.
Inez Petersen, 3306 Lake Washington Blvd. N., #3, Renton, 98056, objected to
having to provide her personal information, claiming that it violates RCW
42.30.040. Noting the Highlands area redevelopment zoning proposal, she
cautioned citizens to beware of Comprehensive Plan amendments.
Kristen Harris, 10945 SE 168th St., Renton, 98058, stated that she was a
member of the Renton Chamber of Commerce board of directors, and is
impressed with how Renton conducts itself as a City and as a business. Ms.
Harris voiced her favor for the annexation, saying she supports the squaring off
of the boundaries, and Renton's quicker emergency response times.
Additionally, she noted that King County encourages annexation of
unincorporated areas to local governments.
Greg Boldt, 16801 108th Ave. SE, Renton, 98055, stated that he initially
supported the annexation, but now has concerns regarding the zoning. Pointing
out that R-8 zoning is proposed for his R-12-zoned property, he expressed
concern regarding what he can do with his property prior to the City's future
evaluation of the area's zoning, and concern that his property will initially lose
value.
Mr. Erickson noted the discrepancy between current King County zoning and
Renton zoning based upon its Comprehensive Plan. Planning Manager Rebecca
Lind stated that the City will be reviewing Comprehensive Plan policy for the
entire Soos Creek area. She indicated that any person can apply for a
Comprehensive Plan amendment.
Dr. Richard Quinn, 16655 108th Ave. SE, 98055, expressed concern about
traffic safety issues at SE 168th St. and Benson Rd. S., and encouraged the City
to pursue improvements and traffic signal installation at that intersection as soon
as possible. Dr. Quinn also expressed concern about water drainage issues.
Voicing his support for the annexation, he pointed out that Renton responds
faster to emergencies than King County. In response to Dr. Quinn's question
regarding the zoning of neighborhood businesses, Ms. Lind stated that they will
become legal non-conforming.
In response to Councilman Clawson's inquiry, City Attorney Larry Warren
explained that State law does not require anyone to sign up or identify
themselves to attend a public meeting. He stated that Robert's Rules of Order
governs how meetings will be conducted, and it indicates that the body may
adopt rules of conduct and decorum for its meetings. Mr. Warren pointed out
that Council Policy #800-06, Rules of Debate, Decorum, Voting Requirements
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and Procedures, requires speakers addressing the Council to state their name
and address for the record. Mr. Warren confirmed that citizens do not need to
provide a name and address as a precondition for attending the meeting.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY LAW,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL: ACCEPT THE
HUDSON 60% DIRECT PETITION TO ANNEX; CONSIDER R-8 ZONING
FOR THOSE PORTIONS DESIGNATED RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY
AND R-10 ZONING FOR THOSE PORTIONS DESIGNATED
RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM DENSITY; AND AUTHORIZE THE
ADMINISTRATION TO SUBMIT THE NOTICE OF INTENT PACKAGE
TO THE BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD, INVOKE JURISDICTION AT
THE BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD FOR CONSIDERATION OF
EXPANDING THE ANNEXATION, AND PREPARE THE NECESSARY
ANNEXATION ORDINANCES. CARRIED.
Annexation: Perkins, SE 95th
Pl & 128th Ave SE
This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Pro Tem Corman opened the
public hearing to consider the 60% Petition to Annex and R-4 zoning for the
proposed Perkins Annexation; 15.47 acres (including the abutting street right-
of-way) generally bounded by Union Ave. NE on the east, SE 95th Way, if
extended, on the north, SE 96th St., if extended, on the south, and 128th Ave.
SE, if extended, on the west.
Senior Planner Don Erickson reported that three single-family dwellings exist
on the site, which slopes to the north with a 65-foot elevation change between
the northern and southern boundaries. The site is served by Fire District #25,
Renton water and sewer, and the Renton School District. Mr. Erickson relayed
that the Planning/Building/Public Works Department recommends the use of
King County's 2005 Surface Water Design Manual standards at the time of
development, and notes that surface water mitigation costs are estimated at
$4,040 per year. The Parks Division notes a deficiency of developed
recreational opportunities in the area, and estimates a one-time park
development fee of $15,213.
Mr. Erickson explained that current King County zoning for the area is R-4
(four dwelling units per gross acre), and Renton's Comprehensive Plan
designates the area as Residential Low Density, for which R-4 (four dwelling
units per net acre) zoning is probable. He noted that clustered development is
permitted. Mr. Erickson stated that the fiscal impact analysis indicates a surplus
of $11,403 at full development.
In conclusion, Mr. Erickson reported that the annexation proposal is generally
consistent with City policies and Boundary Review Board (BRB) criteria. In
addition to acceptance of the petition and submittal of the annexation to the
BRB, Mr. Erickson indicated that staff recommends invocation of the BRB's
jurisdiction to expand the annexation boundaries to the south to include Sierra
Heights Elementary School.
Economic Development Administrator Alex Pietsch suggested that the
invocation of the BRB's jurisdiction not be limited to include only the school,
but allow expansion of the annexation area's boundaries generally. Council
discussion ensued regarding a general annexation boundary expansion, the
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notification of affected parties, the BRB's public hearing process, and the
possibility of referring the topic of the boundary expansion to the Planning and
Development Committee.
Public comment was invited.
Inez Petersen, 3306 Lake Washington Blvd. N., #3, Renton, 98056, noted that
City policy does not outrank State law. She indicated that affected parties'
property taxes may increase as a result of being annexed, and that properties
may become legal non-conforming.
Dan McFarling, 9636 132nd Ave SW, Renton, 98056, pointed out that he owns
one of the three houses in the annexation area. He expressed his opposition to
the annexation, saying that he does not want to be a part of the City of Renton.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY PERSSON,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ACCEPT
THE PERKINS 60% DIRECT PETITION TO ANNEX, AND AUTHORIZE
THE ADMINISTRATION TO SUBMIT THE NOTICE OF INTENT
PACKAGE TO THE BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD, INVOKE THE
BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD'S JURISDICTION TO CONSIDER
EXPANDING THIS ANNEXATION, AND PREPARE THE NECESSARY
ORDINANCES FOR POSSIBLE ANNEXATION AND FUTURE R-4
ZONING. CARRIED.
Utility: Sewer Moratorium in
East Renton Plateau PAA
This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published in
accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Pro Tem Corman opened the
public hearing to consider extending the moratorium on sewer availabilities for
new subdivisions within the East Renton Plateau Potential Annexation Area
(PAA) for an additional six months. The current moratorium expires 6/5/2006.
Planning Manager Rebecca Lind explained that the moratorium was enacted in
June 2005 in response to a citizens group, Citizens' Alliance for a Responsible
Evendell (CARE). The moratorium prevents the issuance of sewer availabilities
that allow property owners to vest for development under King County
standards. She pointed out that CARE submitted its annexation petition to the
City in November 2005.
Ms. Lind stated that since the last moratorium extension in December 2005, the
Boundary Review Board (BRB) has scheduled the issue for a public hearing on
June 14th and 15th. She noted that five to six property owners have been in
informal discussions with sewer utility staff regarding sewer service
applications.
Continuing, Ms. Lind explained that the boundary designated by the annexation
petition does not include the entire PAA. However, staff recommends that the
moratorium continue to cover the entire East Renton Plateau PAA because some
property owners outside the petition boundary may want to be added.
Additionally, the BRB has the authority to modify the annexation area by five
percent of its proposed acreage, and there is no indication which areas may be
either included or excluded. Ms. Lind reviewed the differences between the
Renton and King County development standards for the area, noting that
Renton does not allow multi-family uses.
Ms. Lind reported that once the BRB makes its decision, King County will set
the annexation election date within 30 days. She noted that the earliest possible
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election date is November 2006 or in early 2007. In conclusion, she stated that
staff recommends that Council extend the existing sewer moratorium for an
additional six months.
Councilman Persson said he sympathizes with developers who are willing to
develop to Renton standards, but cannot do so under King County regulations.
He suggested that Council send a letter to the King County Council in efforts to
resolve the development issues.
Economic Development Administrator Pietsch indicated that the Administration
has had extensive discussions with King County about the need for an interlocal
agreement that addresses these issues. He noted that even if King County were
willing to enter into an interlocal agreement, the agreement process may take
longer than this particular annexation process. However, Mr. Pietsch pointed
out that an interlocal agreement that covers Renton's entire PAA is needed;
therefore, a letter from Council would be helpful.
Public comment was invited.
Gwendolyn High, President of CARE, 13405 158th Ave. SE, Renton, 98059,
indicated that although CARE is doing everything it can to more forward with
the annexation, the process is at a standstill until the BRB holds its public
hearing. She encouraged the City to keep pursuing the interlocal agreement
with King County, pointing out that CARE has also been working on this matter
as a parallel effort. Ms. High urged Council to extend the moratorium.
Garrett Huffman, South King County Manager of the Master Builders
Association of King and Snohomish Counties, 335 116th Ave. SE, Bellevue,
98004, voiced his objection to the sewer moratorium extension. He emphasized
that affected parties are frustrated with not being able to develop in the area, and
he recommended letting the moratorium lapse so they can move forward with
their projects.
Inez Petersen, 3306 Lake Washington Blvd. N., #3, Renton, 98056, objected to
having to provide her personal information. She pointed out that the City is
involved with too many projects, and recommended that the City pull back and
concentrate on just a few.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY CLAWSON,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED. (See page 189 for resolution.)
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Crothamel -
Highlands Area
Redevelopment
Fred Crothamel, 2951 74th Ave. SE, Mercer Island, 98040, indicated that he
submitted a letter regarding the Highlands area redevelopment, which is listed
on the Council meeting agenda under Correspondence. Mr. Crothamel stated
that he has initiated arrangements with a developer, and is waiting for the
rezoning to take place and the moratorium to end so that he can carry out the
City's vision for the Highlands area. He asked the City not to consider the use
of eminent domain.
Mayor Pro Tem Corman expressed his belief that the City intends to complete
the work on the rezone and lift the moratorium. He said at this point, the
Council has expressed that it probably is not going forward with eminent
domain.
Councilman Clawson countered that without eminent domain, property owners
would be in a position to charge whatever they want for right-of-way, for
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example, if it were needed by the City or the State to expand a road. He noted
that the City has not yet decided whether it will acquire properties for
development, and stressed that the use of eminent domain is a last resort.
Citizen Comment: Petersen -
Highlands Area
Redevelopment
Inez Petersen, 3306 Lake Washington Blvd. N., #3, Renton, 98056, expressed
concern regarding the City's potential use of eminent domain, saying that if a
declaration of blight is adopted for the Highlands area, eminent domain
becomes a tool. She emphasized that she not want that tool to be used.
Councilman Clawson pointed out that if not for eminent domain, I-405 and the
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport would not exist. He stressed that the City
has no intention of taking land for private use, which is prohibited by law. Mr.
Clawson indicated that the City is considering the assemblage of properties for
the purpose of preserving affordable housing and improving the housing stock
in the Highlands area, which is a public purpose. He stated that property would
not be acquired without just compensation and without going through the proper
process. Mr. Clawson expressed his hope that the City would never have to
condemn anyone's property.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing.
Council Meeting Minutes of
5/8/2006
Approval of Council meeting minutes of 5/8/2006. Council concur.
Council Meeting Minutes of
5/15/2006
Approval of Council meeting minutes of 5/15/2006. Council concur.
Council Meeting Minutes of
5/22/2006
Approval of Council meeting minutes of 5/22/2006. Council concur.
Appointment: Airport
Advisory Committee
Mayor Keolker reappointed the following individuals to the Airport Advisory
Committee: Kennydale neighborhood primary representative Marleen Mandt,
1408 N. 26th St., Renton, 98056 (term expires 5/7/2009); Kennydale
neighborhood alternate representative Colleen Ann Deal, 1415 N. 35th St.,
Renton, 98056 (term expires 5/7/2009); Highlands neighborhood primary
representative Michael O'Halloran, 4420 SE 4th St., Renton, 98059 (term
expires 5/7/2007); Talbot Hill neighborhood primary representative Jennifer
Ann Rutkowski, 515 S. 47th St., Renton, 98055 (term expires 5/7/2008); Talbot
Hill neighborhood alternate representative Beverly Freer, 1300 S. Puget Sound
Dr., Apt. 231, Renton, 98055 (term expires 5/7/2008); South Renton
neighborhood primary representative Robert Moran, 425 Wells Ave. S., Renton,
98055 (term expires 5/7/2008); West Hill neighborhood primary representative
Roger Lewis, 415 Seneca Ave. SW, Renton, 98055 (term expires 5/7/2009);
Renton Hill/Monterey Terrace neighborhood primary representative Michael
Schultz, 150 Monterey Dr. NE, Renton, 98056 (term expires 5/7/2007); Airport
Leaseholders primary representative Michael Rice, Aerodyne LLC, 300 Airport
Way, Suite 100, Renton, 98055 (term expires 5/7/2008); Airport Leaseholders
alternate representative Kurt Boswell,
Bosair, LLC, 289 E. Perimeter Rd., Renton, 98055 (term expires 5/7/2008);
Airport-at-Large primary representatives Greg Garner, 1209 Lincoln Pl. NE,
Renton, 98056 (term expires 5/7/2009) and Diane Paholke, 325 Edmonds Ave.
SE, Renton, 98056 (term expires 5/7/2007); Airport-at-Large alternate
representatives Michael Rogan, 2055 Killarney Way, Bellevue, 98004 (term
expires 5/7/2009) and Kenneth Whitfield, 15125 SE 145th Pl., Renton, 98059
(term expires 5/7/2007); The Boeing Company representative Jan Fedor, 1245
Sunrise Pl. SE, Issaquah, 98027 (term expires 5/7/2008); Aircraft Owners and
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Pilots Association primary representative Jeffrey Davis, 10012 64th Ave. S.,
Seattle, 98176 (term expires 5/7/2009); and Aircraft Owners and Pilots
Association alternate representative Karen Stemwell, PO Box 3365, Renton,
98056 (term expires 5/7/2009). Council concur.
Vacation: N 38th St, Tasca,
VAC-06-002
City Clerk submitted petition for street vacation for portion of N. 38th St.,
between Meadow Ave. N. and I-405; petitioner James G. Tasca, 14806 SE
Jones Pl., Renton, 98058. Refer to Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; set public hearing on 6/26/2006 to consider the petition. (See
page 189 for resolution setting public hearing.)
Lease: Engenio Information
Technologies, 200 Mill Bldg
(3rd Floor), LAG-00-002
Community Services Department recommended approval of an amendment to
the lease with Engenio Information Technologies, Inc. for the 3rd floor of the
200 Mill Building to extend the lease for an additional year. Refer to Finance
Committee.
Streets: Hoquiam Ave NE
Temporary Closure
Development Services Division recommended approval of the temporary
closure of Hoquiam Ave. NE (NE 7th Pl. to NE 9th St.) for three to five days,
June 26 to June 30, 2006, for Wedgewood Lane Division II plat-related
construction. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
Plat: Parkside, Blaine Ave NE,
FP-06-047
Development Services Division recommended approval, with conditions, of the
Parkside Final Plat; 15 single-family lots on 2.76 acres located at Blaine Ave.
NE and NE 24th St. Council concur. (See page 189 for resolution.)
EDNSP: 2006 Neighborhood
Program Grants
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
recommended approval to fund three projects and three newsletters totaling
$12,769 through its 2006 Neighborhood Grant Program, and approval to
conduct a second round of funding with a deadline of 9/29/2006. Refer to
Community Services Committee.
Comprehensive Plan: 2006
Amendments
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
submitted proposed 2006 Comprehensive Plan amendments. Refer to Planning
and Development Committee and Planning Commission.
Finance: Fiber Optic
Installation Projects Interlocal
Agreement
Finance and Information Services Department recommended approval of an
interlocal agreement with eastside agencies regarding sharing of fiber optic
installation projects. Council concur. (See page 189 for resolution.)
Latecomer Agreement:
Penhallegon Associates,
Merrill Gardens @ Renton
Centre, LA-05-001
Planning/Building/Public Works Department recommended approval for a one-
year extension (to 6/6/2007) of the preliminary approval for the Merrill Gardens
@ Renton Center latecomer agreement request for a water main extension along
Williams Ave. S. Council concur.
Latecomer Agreement:
Lakeridge Development,
Liberty Grove, LA-05-002
Planning/Building/Public Works Department recommended approval for a one-
year extension (to 6/6/2007) of the preliminary approval for the Liberty Grove
latecomer agreement request for sanitary sewer installation at SE 136th St. and
160th Ave. SE. Council concur.
Lease: AirO Inc, Airport Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of a lease with AirO,
Inc. for portion of the 790 building and 17 adjacent parking stalls at the Airport,
expiring 11/1/2013. Annual revenue is $25,116. Refer to Transportation
(Aviation) Committee.
Lease: Boeing, Airport, LAG-
65-877
Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of Addendum #21 to
LAG-65-877, Airport lease with The Boeing Company, which completes the
leased area turnback, allows modification of the fire water system, and other
provisions. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee.
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CAG: 03-102, Sanitary Sewer
Model/Inflow & Infiltration
Program, Roth Hill
Engineering Partners
Utility Systems Division recommended approval of Addendum No. 3 to CAG-
03-102, contract with Roth Hill Engineering Partners, LLC, for additional work
in the amount of $48,200 and time extension to 12/31/2006 for the sanitary
sewer model development and inflow and infiltration program project. Council
concur.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE
Citizen Comment: Crothamel -
Highlands Area
Redevelopment
A letter was read from Fred Crothamel (owner and manager of Highlands-area
properties), 2951 74th Ave. SE, Mercer Island, 98040, stating that to prevent a
determination of blight, he is prepared to tear down his duplexes and triplexes
and replace them with properties acceptable to the City's vision for the
Highlands area. Councilmembers agreed to forward the letter to the Planning
and Development Committee.
Citizen Comment: City of
Bothell - Legislation Support
re Crime Enforcement
A letter was read from City of Bothell Mayor Mark Lamb; Deputy Mayor
Sandy Guinn; Councilmembers Patrick Ewing, Joshua Freed, Andrea Perry, Del
Spivey, and Tim Tobin; and Police Chief Forrest Conover, 18305 101st Ave.
NE, Bothell, 98011, asking Renton to support legislation that maintains or
increases the level of narcotics enforcement, and enhances penalties for the
crime of identity theft. Councilmembers agreed to forward the letter to the
Administration.
Citizen Comment: Wesley -
Airport History
Councilwoman Palmer reported receipt of a letter from Mary Lou Wesley,
10232 65th Ave. S., Seattle, 98178, requesting a written history of the Renton
Municipal Airport. Ms. Palmer indicated that the letter will be forwarded to
Renton Historical Museum staff.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Finance Committee
Finance: Financial Policies &
Investment Strategies
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending that
Council adopt the following recommended changes to the City's Investment
Policy:
• Providing for the evaluation of the performance of the City's investments
using an appropriate index that reflects the profile of the City's portfolio as
specified by the Investment Committee provided for below.
• The creation of an Investment Committee to be made up of the Mayor, the
Chief Administrative Officer, the Finance and Information Services
Administrator, and the Finance Committee chair or designee. The
committee will meet quarterly to provide general review and direction of
the City's investments program.
• Authority for the Investment Committee to hire an investment advisor.
• Clarifies that the Investment Officer will make investment decisions
consistent with the direction of the Investment Committee.
• Eliminates a requirement that the portfolio contain a minimum of 30 percent
U.S. Treasury instruments.
• Eliminates the requirement for the financial institution to participate in local
and State finance associations.
• Eliminates quote requirements when placing funds with the Washington
State Local Government Investment Pool.
• Creates a qualification of dealers authorized to do business with the City of
Renton and provides that investment decisions will be made based on the
best alignment with the goals of the City's investment program as defined
by the Investment Committee.
• Lengthens the maximum investment term from four years to ten and adds a
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weighted average life limitation of 30 months (which can only be exceeded
by unanimous concurrence of the Investment Committee).
• Modifies the diversification limits of the portfolio.
• Provides for a limitation on Federal agency debt.
MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN
THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Budget: 2006, Appropriating
Funds for New Programs &
Projects
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending adoption of
an ordinance amending and increasing the 2006 Budget in the total amount of
$4,881,755 to appropriate funds for new programs and projects to meet the need
of new circumstances and opportunities. The recommended amendments are:
Changes to the proposed ordinance include:
1. Add $500,000 to the Police Department budget to resolve budget challenges
with the cost of housing prisoners. This will enable the department to fill
positions, including the previously authorized backfill positions, which
were being held open to help offset jail cost overruns.
2. Eliminate the requested transfer of $402,000 from Fund 316 to Fund 503, as
this matter was resolved with the carry forward budget amendment.
3. Eliminate the $637 adjustment requests in funds 403, 405, 406, and 407.
4. Adjust the amount of the Fund 220 year-end equity transfer to Fund 406
and budget authority to $67,826.
Resulting actions:
1. Approve funds for the Mayor's Office reorganization in the amount of
$85,000.
2. Approve additional funds for the Finance and Information Services and
Human Resources and Risk Management departments staffing needs by
$40,000 and $10,000 respectively.
3. Approve an increase in the City Clerk Division budget for increases in costs
for voter registration and elections as assessed by King County in the
amount of $40,950.
4. Decrease the appropriation for Human Services programs by $42,760 as a
consequence of decreased State funding.
5. Approve $140,000 for aerial photography and topographic mapping.
6. Appropriate $18,500 for the Fire Department employee wellness program as
agreed to in labor agreements.
7. Appropriate $32,000 to complete the Pest Management and Control
program.
8. Increase the appropriation for professional services in the Hotel/Motel Fund
by $22,500 as provided for in approved contracts.
9. Authorize the transfer of $67,826 from Local Improvement District Debt
Service Fund 220 to Fund 406, Wastewater Utility. This represents an
increase in the appropriation in Fund 220 of $35,801.
10. Approve $130,000 for completion of a Library Master Plan.
11. Increase the budget for construction of recreation center storage facilities by
$80,000 in order to construct a second storage building.
12. Approve an additional $80,000 for improvements to outdoor lighting at the
Henry Moses Aquatic Center.
13. Reduce the appropriation for inventories within the Water Utility Fund by
$25,000.
14. Authorize the transfer of $3,264,850 from Fund 421, Water Utility
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Construction, to the Water Utility Fund, and increase the anticipated ending
fund balance in the Water Utility Fund as a correction to the 2005 Budget
amendment.
15. Appropriate $29,793 in Fund 407, Surface Water Utility, and authorize the
transfer to Fund 427, Surface Water Construction, as a correction to the
2005 Budget amendment.
16. Appropriate $202,664 in Fund 451, Utility Bond Debt Service, and
authorize the transfer to Fund 426, Wastewater Utility.
17. Appropriate $20,000 in the Firemen's Pension Fund for the purpose of
paying for necessary medical expenses for qualifying retired firefighters.
Lastly, the Committee wanted to retain flexibility in the reserve fund balances,
within the General Government Funds totaling $2.6 million and the CIP Fund
(Fund 316) totaling $3.2 million, rather than designating them for specific
purposes. The Committee recommended that reserve fund balances remain
undesignated, but be available for City needs, including:
• Providing additional funds for the Parks Maintenance Facility.
• Providing additional funds for needs in the Highlands area.
• Grant match for park improvements such as the Sam Chastain Trail and the
Springbrook Trail extension.
• The potential need for additional funds to address the LEOFF 1 medical
liability.
The Committee further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter
be presented for first reading.*
Councilman Persson explained that the Committee added the $500,000 to the
Police Department budget when it was discovered that the department was not
filling police officer positions due to the deficit of what was owed for jail
funding.
*MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.*
In response to Councilman Clawson's inquiry regarding Fund 503, Finance and
Information Services Administrator Michael Bailey stated that it is the
Information Services internal services fund. He explained that the City collects
all the costs for technology systems in Fund 503, and then the costs are
allocated back across City departments.
*MOTION CARRIED. (See page 190 for ordinance.)
Transportation (Aviation)
Committee
CAG: 04-013, North Renton
Infrastructure Improvements,
W&H Pacific
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to execute Supplement
Agreement #6 with W&H Pacific, Inc. in the amount of $468,873.95 for
additional design services and on-call services for design for the South Lake
Washington Roadway Improvements Project. Until Fund 318 (South Lake
Washington Infrastructure Project Fund) is approved, including the bond for
The Landing project, the design project can continue to use Fund 317 current
unexpended 2006 appropriations. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY
BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation: S 3rd St at
Shattuck Ave S, WSDOT
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve an
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Grant interlocal agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation
and all subsequent WSDOT grant agreements necessary for a $200,000 Bicycle
and Pedestrian Safety grant for the S. 3rd St. at Shattuck Ave. S. project. The
Committee further recommended adoption of the resolution authorizing the
Mayor and City Clerk to sign the agreement. MOVED BY PALMER,
SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 190 for resolution.)
Utilities Committee
Finance: Utility Tax
Exemption
Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report regarding utility tax
rebates. The Committee recommended adoption of the ordinance creating a
utility tax relief program consisting of the following:
• Utility tax relief is granted to residents of the City who qualify with the
same qualification criteria used for the reduced utility rates program under
City Code 8-4-31.C.
• The amount of relief to be granted is $110 per year prorated for the number
of months a qualifying citizen resides in the City of Renton.
• The amount of relief will be adjusted administratively by the cost of living
each year.
• The administration of the program shall be the responsibility of the Finance
and Information Services Department Administrator.
• Persons qualifying for the reduced utility rates program will be
automatically enrolled, while others may apply to enroll
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Responding to Councilman Clawson's request, Finance and Information
Services Department Administrator Bailey explained that the program will
allow the City to rebate back a standard amount of $110 per year of the utility
taxes that are typically passed on by utilities to the ratepayers. The utility tax is
a tax on the utility for the privilege of conducting business in the City. He
stated that this utility tax relief program is available for residents who qualify
for the utility rate discount program. Mr. Bailey indicated that qualified
residents will automatically be enrolled into the relief program, and pointed out
that the program is also available for those not paying the utilities directly.
Community Services
Committee
Human Services: 2007/2008
Funding Criteria for CDBG &
General Funds
Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the funding
criteria for the allocation of 2007/2008 Human Services funding, which
currently comes from the General Fund and Community Development Block
Grants. This is a test and the process will be reviewed prior to the next funding
cycle. These updated funding criteria will more effectively allocate scarce
resources where they will do the most good, and will continue to best meet the
needs of the community.
The funding criteria are as follows:
1) What Renton result(s) does the program requesting funding for address?
2) Do the identified strategies address the desired Renton results?
3) Do the identified activities address the identified strategies?
4) How well does the agency:
a. Demonstrate they have organizational experience and structure?
b. Establish the program need and identify the target population?
c. Define the program, goals, and staffing?
d. Articulate a long-range plan?
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e. Show financial stability by having diversified funding sources; a
complete, accurate budget; no serious fiscal issues; and serve a
reasonable number of people for the funding requested.*
Councilwoman Nelson stated that the Human Services Advisory Committee
will review human services funding applications based on the aforementioned
funding criteria, which meet the recently identified needs of the Renton
community.
*MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR
IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3812
Utility: Sewer Moratorium in
East Renton Plateau PAA
A resolution was read establishing facts, extending a moratorium on sewer
availability for new subdivisions within the East Renton Plateau Potential
Annexation Area, and establishing a termination date for the moratorium of
12/5/2006. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3813
Vacation: N 38th St, Tasca,
VAC-06-002
A resolution was read setting a public hearing on 6/26/2006 to vacate a portion
of N. 38th St. between Meadow Ave. N. and I-405 (Petitioner James Tasca).
MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3814
Plat: Parkside, Blaine Ave NE,
FP-06-047
A resolution was read approving the Parkside Final Plat; approximately 2.76
acres located in the vicinity of Blaine Ave. NE and NE 24th St. MOVED BY
LAW, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION
AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3815
Finance: Fiber Optic
Installation Projects Interlocal
Agreement
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
interlocal agreement, entitled "Addendum #26 for Sharing of Fiber Optic
Installation Projects," with the City of Bellevue, City of Kirkland, Lake
Washington School District, University of Washington, Bellevue School
District, and Evergreen Hospital, to provide an alternative to the King County I-
Net and to better serve additional areas within the City of Renton. MOVED BY
BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3816
Transportation: S 3rd St at
Shattuck Ave S, WSDOT
Grant
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
interlocal cooperative agreement with the Washington State Department of
Transportation for grant funding for planning and construction on SR-900 at
MP 10.08 (S. 3rd St. at Shattuck Ave. S.). MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED
BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ.
CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 6/12/2006 for second and final reading:
Budget: 2006, Appropriating
Funds for New Programs &
Projects
An ordinance was read appropriating the new programs and projects in the total
amount of $4,881,755 to meet the need of new circumstances and opportunities
in the 2006 fiscal year. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY LAW,
COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 6/12/2006. CARRIED.
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The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading and
adoption:
Ordinance #5210
Utility: Billing Adjustments
for Water Leaks
An ordinance was read adding Sections 8-4-46 to Chapter 4, Water, and 8-5-23
to Chapter 5, Sewers, of Title VIII (Health and Sanitation) of City Code
allowing certain water and wastewater billing adjustments for water leaks.
MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
AND ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL RECESS
INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 60 MINUTES TO DISCUSS
POTENTIAL LITIGATION AND PROPERTY ACQUISITION WITH NO
OFFICIAL ACTION TO BE TAKEN AND THAT THE COUNCIL MEETING
BE ADJOURNED WHEN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION IS ADJOURNED.
CARRIED. Time: 9:11 p.m.
Executive session was conducted. There was no action taken. The executive
session and the Council meeting adjourned at 10:28 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
June 5, 2006