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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
November 13, 2006 Council Chambers
Monday, 7 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;
TERRI BRIERE; MARCIE PALMER. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED
BY CORMAN, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMEMBERS DENIS
LAW AND DON PERSSON. CARRIED.
CITY STAFF IN
ATTENDANCE
KATHY KEOLKER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative
Officer; ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON,
City Clerk; GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works
Administrator; PREETI SHRIDHAR, Communications Director; ALEX
PIETSCH, Economic Development Administrator; REBECCA LIND, Planning
Manager; ERIKA CONKLING, Senior Planner; CHIEF I. DAVID DANIELS
and DEPUTY CHIEF LARRY RUDE, Fire Department; COMMANDER
KATIE MCCLINCY, Police Department.
PUBLIC HEARING
Comprehensive Plan: 2006
Amendments
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 2006 Comprehensive Plan amendments, concurrent rezonings,
zoning text amendments, and the development agreement for the former Aqua
Barn site.
Senior Planner Erika Conkling explained that the public hearing is divided into
four groups of issues, and she began with Group 1 - Comprehensive Plan Text
Amendments, as follows:
• 2006-T-1 (City of Renton) - Update the Capital Facilities Element to
incorporate adoption of the Issaquah and Kent school district capital
facilities plans. Recommendation: approve amendment.
• 2006-T-3 (City of Renton) - Update the Land Use and Community Design
elements with housekeeping changes for clarity and to reflect new policy.
Recommendation: approve amendment.
• 2006-T-4 (City of Renton) - Update the Transportation Element to reflect
Renton's latest adopted Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan.
Recommendation: approve amendment.
• 2006-T-5 (City of Renton) - Allow existing mobile home parks in the
Residential Low Density (RLD) designation to be zoned Residential
Manufactured Home (RMH). Recommendation: approve amendment.
Ms. Conkling pointed out that the Planning Commission held the required
public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan text and map amendments on
September 20. The matter was also referred to the Planning and Development
Committee with the exception of the implementing ordinance for item 2006-T-
1, which was referred to Finance Committee.
Public comment was invited.
Scott Missall, 999 3rd Ave., Suite 3000, Seattle, 98104, with the law firm Short,
Cressman & Burgess, spoke on 2006-T-5. He noted that the State Supreme
Court's ruling on Interlake Sporting Association, et al v. Washington State
November 13, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 385
Boundary Review Board, City of Redmond, et al, may affect the City's ability to
go forward with the Maplewood Addition Annexation.
Raymond A. Breeden, Sr., 15279 Maple Dr., Renton, 98058, noted the
importance of retaining mobile home parks especially in light of the recent
flooding of the White River that destroyed one-half of a mobile home park in
Pacific.
Jerry Puckett, 15260 Oak Dr., Renton, 98058, spoke in support of 2006-T-5,
which affects the Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park where he resides.
Continuing with Group 2 - Comprehensive Plan Map Amendments and
Concurrent Rezones, Ms. Conkling reviewed the following amendments:
• 2006-M-1 (Wan Chee) - Change the designation from a combination of
Commercial Neighborhood (CN) and Residential Single Family (RS) with
CN and R-8 split zoning to CN land use with CN zoning for the entire
parcel at 1315 N. 30th St. Recommendation: deny amendment.
• 2006-M-2 (Susan Larson-Kinzer; Kennydale Blueberry Farm) - Change the
designation from RLD land use with Resource Conservation (RC) zoning to
RS land use with R-8 zoning, or RLD land use with R-4 zoning for a 3.4
acre parcel currently used as a blueberry farm and residence at 1733 NE
20th St. Recommendation: deny amendment to RS with concurrent R-8
zoning and approve change to RLD with R-4 zoning.
Ms. Conkling said the owner indicates that land use changes in the surrounding
area, which is zoned R-8, have affected the viability of the farm. She note that
critical areas exist on the site, including a mapped wetland, suspected peat
wetland, Class 4 stream, and headwaters of Kennydale Creek. Ms. Conkling
indicated that if a Type II wetland is assumed, 1.15 acres of the site are
potentially developable, resulting in two building sites if zoned R-4.
• 2006-M-8 (City of Renton; Upper Kennydale) - Change the designation for
a 49-acre area located south of NE 28th St. and north of NE 16th St., from
RS land use with R-8 zoning to RLD land use with R-4 zoning. Staff
recommendation: downzone the area to R-4. R-4 zoning would help stem
cumulative changes to hydrology and wetland areas, and result in a
buildable lands capacity of approximately 110 units (96 units exist now).
Planning Commission recommendation: keep the R-8 zoning. R-8 zoning
has a buildable lands capacity of approximately 205 units, and property
owners have invested in the properties with the expectation of R-8
development potential.
• 2006-M-3 (Manuel Rivera) - Change the designation from RS land use with
R-8 zoning to Commercial Corridor (CC) land use with Commercial Office
(CO) zoning on a 2.09-acre parcel at 851 Carr Rd. Recommendation: deny
request but approve redesignation of this parcel and adjoining parcels
within the City limits to Residential Medium Density (RMD) with
concurrent R-14 zoning. R-14 zoning allows small commercial uses.
• 2006-M-4 (Springbrook Associates) - Change the designation from RMD
land use with R-10 zoning to CC land use with CO zoning for a 5.61-acre
parcel located south of S. 37th St. Recommendation: approve amendment.
• 2006-M-5 (City of Renton; Puget Colony Homes and vicinity) - Change the
area within the Puget Colony neighborhood from RS land use with R-8
zoning to RLD land use with R-4 zoning; and from RS to RLD land use in
the unincorporated Kimberly Lane and Hideaway Home Sites subdivisions.
Recommendation: approve amendment.
November 13, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 386
• 2006-M-7 (City of Renton; former Aqua Barn site and part of the proposed
Maplewood Addition Annexation expanded area) - Change the designation
of three acres located at the southeast corner of 152nd Ave. SE and Maple
Valley Hwy. from RLD to CC land use with potential Commercial Arterial
(CA) zoning. Change the 30 abutting southern acres from RLD to RMD
land use with potential R-14 zoning. Recommendation: approve
amendment.
Correspondence was read from William E. O'Connor, 10402 151st Ave. SE,
Renton, 98059, stating that the applicant for the blueberry farm amendment has
not shown the following: proof that the current zoning is no longer appropriate,
that the site does not contain preservable critical areas, that long-term
agricultural use has been affected by environmental changes, and that the
zoning revision will result in increased public benefit.
Correspondence was read from Brad Nicholson, 2811 Dayton Ave. NE, Renton,
98056, expressing displeasure with the City's lack of interest in complying with
laws, and listing a number of unaddressed concerns pertaining to the protection
of critical areas on the blueberry farm.
Correspondence was read from Wm Collins, 420 Cedar Ave. S., Renton, 98057,
requesting the City apply the same considerations to the blueberry farm wetland
as was done for the critical areas of the Defoor Short Plat, and requesting
removal of this item from the Comprehensive Plan amendment process.
Correspondence was read from Knoll D. Lowney, Smith & Lowney, PLLC
(attorneys for Bill O'Connor and Kennydale Critical Areas Alliance), 2317 E.
John St., Seattle, 98122, indicating that the notice for this public hearing failed
to identify the subject properties, specifically the Kennydale Blueberry Farm,
and requesting that the hearing be postponed for 30 days.
Public comment was invited.
Inez Petersen, PO Box 1295, Renton, 98057, stated that issues relating to due
process invalidate both this public hearing and the Planning Commission's
public hearing of September 20. Pointing out that the notice for this hearing
was inadequate, she asked that the public hearing be postponed to allow for
proper notification. Ms. Petersen indicated that she wants the blueberry farm as
a critical area.
Lauralee Gordley, 2010 Jones Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, objected to the rezone
of the upper Kennydale area to R-4. She stated that this complex area is located
near the I-405 Corridor and is densely populated. Ms. Gordley said she
purchased her property with the intent of developing it at R-8 zoning. She
pointed out that the critical areas ordinance is based on science, and should be
depended upon to protect property.
Ms. Conkling stated that four to five lots are possible on Ms. Gordley's oddly-
shaped property under both the R-4 and R-8 zones. She noted that some
property owners will experience a reduction in development capacity if zoned
R-4, and some owners will be affected by not being able to add one or two
additional units in their backyards.
Robert Cave, 1813 NE 24th St., Renton, 98056, opposed the upper Kennydale
area rezone, pointing out that he owns a 3.5-acre property which is not hindered
by wetlands or the Kennydale Creek. Additionally, Mr. Cave said he objects to
the rezone of the blueberry farm, saying that it should remain a farm.
November 13, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 387
Susan Rider, 1835 NE 20th St., Renton, 98056, asked that the public hearing be
rescheduled to allow for proper notice. In regards to the blueberry farm, she
indicated that the creek is misclassified and that for permitting purposes, the
wetlands have state and federal jurisdiction because the creek drains into Lake
Washington. Ms. Rider stated that the sale of the farm is an opportunity for a
unique and popular public open space. As neighborhoods change from semi-
rural to infill-developed, she stressed that the importance and long-term
consequences of this decision should not be underestimated.
Mayor Keolker clarified that this public hearing is a courtesy hearing, and the
required hearing was with the Planning Commission on September 20.
Barbara Hicks, 1835 NE 20th St., Renton, 98056, pointed out that the public
hearing notice did not clearly identify the blueberry farm as a topic for the
meeting. Ms. Hicks emphasized that non-land owners also have opinions and
rights, and decisions of the City affect all residents. She stated that when some
part of the environment is destroyed, the future is being taken away from the
children.
William E. O'Connor, 10402 151st Ave. SE, 98059, spoke in opposition to the
blueberry farm rezone, pointing out that the applicant has not provided the
required burden of proof. He indicated that the applicant needs to prove the
property is developable, and accurately delineate the wetlands before the site is
considered for rezoning.
Gary Young, 11624 SE 5th St., Suite 200, Bellevue, 98005, representing Valley
Springs Apartments, LLC, spoke in support of the Aqua Barn site amendment.
He thanked staff for bringing the zoning into compliance with the existing use.
Bob Johns, 1601 114th Ave. SE, #102, Bellevue, 98004, spoke on behalf of the
River Valley Condominium Association concerning the Aqua Barn site
amendment. He noted that it is important to put zoning on the property that
matches the existing development for property financing purposes. Mr. Johns
relayed the condominium owners' support of the amendment.
Karen Finnicum, 1302 Aberdeen Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, spoke regarding the
blueberry farm and upper Kennydale area amendments. She indicated that the
creek and wetlands area never go dry, and everything in Renton is full of water.
Ms. Finnicum stated that property is an investment, and it is the owner's
responsibility to watch over and care for it. She expressed concern regarding
the increase in development, and stated that the peat bog on the blueberry farm
property has to be protected.
David Halinen, 2115 N. 30th St., Suite 203, Tacoma, 98403, representing Aqua
Barn Ranch, Inc., submitted a letter regarding the Aqua Barn site's 3.02 acres of
commercially zoned property. He requested approval of the amendment and
corresponding development agreement.
John Cowan, 1830 NE 24th St., Renton, 98056, objected to the rezoning of the
blueberry farm, saying the farm is a unique geological area and should remain
that way. He expressed concern that the amendment process is moving too
quickly, and recommended that the City stop the process and conduct a
comprehensive review of the wetlands and the needs of the upper Kennydale
area.
Debbie Natelson, 801 Renton Ave. S., Renton, 98057, said the blueberry farm
should not be rezoned. She indicated that the property can be sold as a farm,
and expressed disappointment with the City for helping the owners to
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potentially make a huge profit. Ms. Natelson explained that peat bogs absorb
water and take thousands of years to create. She noted that flooding is caused
by the removal of vegetation and forest cover, and urged protection of the
headwaters. Ms. Natelson pointed out that the City could consider taking over
this resource.
Ms. Conkling continued with Group 3 - Development Agreement for the
Former Aqua Barn Property (2006-M-7). Noting that the Planning Commission
recommended the agreement following their public hearing, she explained that
it only applies to the three-acre area fronting Maple Valley Hwy. proposed for
CA zoning Ms. Conkling stated that the agreement prohibits a number of
ordinarily allowed uses in the CA zone, including big box retail, some vehicle
related activities, and all industrial uses. The agreement also restricts allowed
uses such as drive-in/drive through retail, and car washes.
Ms. Conkling indicated that the agreement provides that a transfer of a traffic
mitigation fee credit be granted in an amount not to exceed $252,799.50 against
traffic mitigation fees due upon development of the property. Additionally, the
agreement requires that design standards, including common thematic elements
and common landscape elements, be applied to all commercial development on
the site.
There being no public comment on Group 3, Ms. Conkling turned to Group 4 -
Highlands Land Use and Zoning Package, which includes 2006-M-6 and 2006-
T-2, and supersedes prior staff recommendations. She introduced Highlands
Zoning Task Force Chair Kirk Moore, who thanked task force members and
City staff for their efforts on this proposal. He highlighted the proposed
changes to the Center Village (CV) land use designation, which include
removing R-10 as an implementing zone, allowing R-14, RM-U, and RM-T as
implementing zones, and eliminating the requirement of residential-only
development north of NE 12th St. Mr. Moore also reviewed the proposed land
use map amendments and the proposed rezones.
Ms. Conkling reviewed the proposed zoning text amendments, as follows:
• Amend the implementing zones of the CV land use designation.
• Remove the CV Residential Bonus District.
• Adopt design regulations.
• Amend uses in the R-14 zone.
• Amend uses in the CV zone.
• Add clarifying language to terms such as pipe stem lots and affordable
housing.
• Amend development standards for the R-14 zone.
• Allow two types of affordable housing bonuses in the R-14 zone.
• Amend development standards for the CV zone.
In conclusion, Ms. Conkling stated that the Planning and Development
Committee will discuss the matter on November 16, and first and second
reading of the ordinances is scheduled for November 27. Mayor Keolker
thanked the task force members for all their hard work.
Public comment was invited.
Brett Kappenman, 1004 SW 4th Pl., Renton, 98057, on behalf of the Highlands
Community Association (HCA), thanked the task force and staff for this
conclusive plan. He indicated that the plan reflects the concerns of the HCA,
November 13, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 389
particularly the density increases and the affordable housing issues. Mr.
Kappenman noted that the plan also addresses the conforming property issue.
Linda Perrine, 1157 Glennwood Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, opposed the change
from Residential Multi-Family (RM-F) to CV, particularly on the street facing
Edmonds Ave. NE. She explained that the Renton Housing Authority has
purchased three acres of property in the area near McKnight Middle School,
which is surrounded by single-family homes and duplexes. Ms. Perrine
expressed concern that when the 60 to 80 additional units per acre are built,
traffic will increase significantly and parking will be problematic. She stressed
that this area is not suited for high-density housing.
Responding to Council inquiries, Planning Manager Rebecca Lind stated that
current zoning allows up to 20 dwelling units per acre, and CV zoning allows
up to 80 units per acre. She indicated that the access points to the proposed
development have not yet been determined.
Bill Grover, PO Box 2701, Renton, 98056, owner of property at 2807 NE 16th
St., stated that due to the current Highlands development moratorium, he is
unable to obtain building permits so he can develop his property. He explained
that his property was subdivided under R-10 zoning prior to the moratorium
taking effect, and he was under the impression that his property would be
vested. Pointing out that another Highlands moratorium area property owner
obtained building permits, he asked that Council allow him, or subsequent
owners of his property, to obtain building permits in accordance with the R-10
zoning regulations.
Howard McOmber, 475 Olympia Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, member of the task
force and the Highlands Community Association, emphasized that the task
force's plan was very well thought out.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY NELSON,
SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
RECESS MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL RECESS
FOR FIVE MINUTES. CARRIED. Time: 9 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:08 p.m.; roll was called; all Councilmembers
present except Corman. (Corman arrived at 9:09 p.m.)
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:
City of Renton employees and Rotary Club of Renton members are
volunteering to serve Thanksgiving Dinner at the Senior Activity Center,
which will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on November 27, for senior
citizens to enjoy a day of social and recreational activities. Guests must
pick up a free ticket prior to November 21.
The Hassle Free Holiday Bazaar will be held on November 17 and 18 at the
Community Center, where a wide variety of handcrafted items will be sold
by over 100 vendors.
Renton experienced some local flooding events due to heavy rain fall;
however, overall the City fared well and did not suffer significant damage.
November 13, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 390
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Petersen -
Various
Inez Petersen, PO Box 1295, Renton, 98057, voiced her pleasure with the
efforts of the Highlands Zoning Task Force. She expressed concern regarding
due process issues pertaining to the Comprehensive Plan public hearings, noting
that the ordinances adopted may be based on an invalid public hearing process.
Ms. Petersen also questioned why non-Renton residents are allowed on the
City's boards and commissions. Additionally, she indicated that while the
Police Department has addressed some problems related to prostitution, there
are more problems that need attention, especially one in an area near a church.
Citizen Comment: DeMastus -
Prostitution Problems
Sandel DeMastus, Highlands Community Association Vice President, PO Box
2041, Renton, 98056, thanked the police for their work on addressing some
prostitution problems, and expressed her hope that the work will continue.
Citizen Comment: McOmber -
Highlands Area
Redevelopment
Howard McOmber, 475 Olympia Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, complimented all
those who are working hard to improve the Highlands neighborhood. He noted
that everyone has a right to express their opinions. Mr. McOmber stated that
Renton is a wonderful place to live, and one of the reasons for that is the City's
diverse population.
Citizen Comment: Madson -
Citizen Initiative, Fireworks
Ordinance
Lori Madson, 1301 SW 16th St., Renton, 98056, chair of the Committee to
Keep Renton Safe, expressed her pleasure that Renton will maintain its ban on
fireworks as a result of the vote on Renton Proposition 1. Additionally, she
thanked those who campaigned against the proposition.
CONSENT AGENDA Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the
listing. At the request of Council President Corman, item 6.e. was removed for
separate consideration
Council Meeting Minutes of
11/6/2006
Approval of Council meeting minutes of 11/6/2006. Council concur.
Community Services: Holiday
Lights Program, Sun Lighting
Community Services Department recommended approval of a contract in the
amount of $62,778.43 with Sun Lighting for the 2006 Holiday Lights Program.
Council concur.
Comprehensive Plan: 2007
Amendments, Pre-Applications
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
submitted two pre-applications for the 2007 Comprehensive Plan amendment
pre-application review process. Refer to Planning and Development
Committee.
Utility: Sewer Moratorium in
East Renton Plateau PAA
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
recommended setting a public hearing on 11/27/2006 to consider extending the
moratorium on sewer availabilities for new subdivisions in the East Renton
Plateau Potential Annexation Area. Council concur.
Plat: Cottages at Honey Creek,
NE Sunset Blvd, PP-04-185
Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Cottages at
Honey Creek Preliminary Plat Major Amendment; 4.17 acres located at 4821
NE Sunset Blvd. Council concur.
Police: Jail Inmate Health
Services, Occupational Health
Services
Police Department recommended approval of a contract with Occupational
Health Services (Public Hospital District No. 1 of King County) in the amount
of $176,376 for health services for Renton jail inmates for 2007. Council
concur.
Transportation: May Creek
Bridge Replacement Design,
Parametrix
Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of a contract in the
amount of $146,174 with Parametrix, Inc. for design of the May Creek Bridge
Replacement Project. Council concur.
November 13, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 391
Utility: Photogrammetric
Aerial Mapping, Aero-Metric
Utility Systems Division requested approval of an agreement with Aero-Metric,
Inc. in the amount of $104,487 for Phase III of the 2006 Photogrammetric
Aerial Mapping Project (digital terrain model update and orthophotography
production). Council concur.
Utility: N 26th St/Park Pl N
Storm System Project, SI VI
LLC Utilities Easement
Utility Systems Division recommended approval of a utility easement granted
by SI VI, LLC, owner of the Belle Vista Apartment complex, for the N. 26th St
and Park Pl. N. Storm System Improvement Project in the amount of $46,500
and $1,000 per damaged or removed tree. Council concur.
CAG: 03-112, Maplewood
Water Treatment Facility and
Golf Course Improvements,
Mid-Mountain Contractors
Utility Systems Division submitted CAG-03-112, Maplewood Water Treatment
Facility and Golf Course Improvements; and requested approval of the project,
authorization for final pay estimate in the amount of $1,600.55, and release of
retainage bond in the amount of $496,353.39 to Mid-Mountain Contractors,
Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained. Council concur.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 6.e. FOR
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration
Item 6.e.
Planning: Highlands Subarea
Plan Study Area Moratorium
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department
recommended adoption of a resolution that declares a six-month moratorium on
new development in the R-10 zone within the Highlands study area, and sets a
public hearing date on 12/11/2006.
Council President Corman expressed concern regarding the length of the
moratorium. Assistant City Attorney Zanetta Fontes explained that the existing
moratorium expires tomorrow (11/14/2006), and a new moratorium is being
requested. She noted that the moratorium can be rescinded prior to the six-
month term upon implementation of the new land use and zoning regulations.
Mayor Keolker pointed out that the Highlands Zoning Task Force requested the
moratorium to allow time for the implementation of the regulations.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL APPROVE
ITEM 6.e. AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. (See page 392 for resolution.)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Community Services
Committee
Appointment: Library Board
Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the
appointment of Heather Nugent to the Library Board for a term expiring on
6/1/2011. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
EDNSP: 2006 Neighborhood
Program Grants
Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report regarding the
second round of the 2006 neighborhood grant projects. The Committee
recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the
following grant award: Tiffany Park Neighborhood Association - Continue
development of a pocket park on Seattle Public Utilities-owned right-of-way in
Renton. The area is approximately a quarter of an acre and is bordered by Puget
Dr. SE, Beacon Way SE, and SE 16th St. ($858).
The Committee further recommended approval of funding for the following
administrative newsletter applications:
1. Earlington Neighborhood Association - Annual printing for six newsletters
a year distributed by newsletter box at mailbox kiosk ($300).
2. Kennydale Neighborhood Association - Annual printing of quarterly
newsletter distributed door-to-door through mail ($2,000).
November 13, 2006 Renton City Council Minutes Page 392
3. Renton Hill Neighborhood Association - Annual printing expenses for a
newsletter printed twice a year and distributed door-to-door ($427).
4. Summerwind Homeowners Association - Annual printing and postal
expenses for quarterly newsletter ($279).
5. Tiffany Park Homeowners Association - Annual printing for a newsletter
printed twice a month and distributed door-to-door ($89).
6. Tiffany Park Neighborhood Association - Annual printing expenses for a
newsletter printed twice a year and distributed door-to-door ($532).
The second round of applications total $4,485 leaving a remaining budget of
$32,746. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT AS AMENDED TO REFLECT
THE CORRECTION TO ITEM 2. AS FOLLOWS: DELETE THE WORDS
"door to door" AND INSERT THE WORDS "through mail." CARRIED.
RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
The following resolution was presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3840
Planning: Highlands Subarea
Plan Study Area Moratorium
A resolution was read declaring a moratorium on new development in the R-10
zone within the Highlands study area, establishing a public hearing date of
12/11/2006, and establishing a termination date of 5/13/2006 for the
moratorium. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY PALMER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading and
adoption:
Ordinance #5227
Legal: Pawnbroker Daily
Transaction Requirements
An ordinance was read amending Section 6-17-3 of Chapter 17, Pawnbrokers,
of Title VI (Police Regulations) of City Code by clarifying the transmission
requirements of the pawnbroker's daily record of transactions. MOVED BY
BRIERE, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Planning: Kennydale
Blueberry Farm
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL REFER THE
TOPIC OF THE KENNYDALE BLUEBERRY FARM TO COMMITTEE OF
THE WHOLE.*
Council President Corman stated that many people have suggested that the City
should purchase the property as a park, and he pointed out that Council has not
deliberated that issue. Councilwoman Nelson noted that Council has discussed
the matter in executive session. Mr. Corman indicated that a significant policy
decision such as this should not just be discussed in executive session.
Discussion ensued regarding the appropriateness of discussing this topic on the
Council floor. Mayor Keolker suggested that before going forward with the
matter, a legal opinion be obtained. Assistant City Attorney Fontes concurred.
*MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL TABLE
THIS MATTER UNTIL A RULING IS OBTAINED FROM THE CITY
ATTORNEY. CARRIED.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: McOmber -
Highlands Subarea Plan Study
Area Moratorium
In response to Howard McOmber's inquiries, 475 Olympia Ave. NE, Renton,
98056, Mayor Keolker explained that the current Highlands moratorium expires
tomorrow, the new Highlands moratorium was declared tonight, and the public
hearing on the new moratorium will be held on December 11.
Citizen Comment: Moore -
Highlands Subarea Plan Study
Area Moratorium
Kirk Moore, 1901 Harrington Circle NE, Renton, 98056, explained that the
Highlands Zoning Task Force requested the Highlands moratorium, which only
affects the R-10 zone, to allow time for the implementation of the land use and
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zoning regulations. He noted that when the ordinances take effect, R-10 will be
removed as an implementing zone, effectively eliminating the moratorium.
Councilman Clawson clarified that the moratorium only applies to subdivision
of property for new single-family residential development or accessory uses,
including plats, lot line adjustments, and site plan review entitlements in the R-
10 zone within the Highlands study area.
Citizen Comment: Petersen -
Council Rules, Character
Attacks
Inez Petersen, PO Box 1295, Renton, 98057, recommended the implementation
of Council rules pertaining to character attacks during Council meetings.
Citizen Comment: DeMastus -
Highlands Zoning Task Force
Sandel DeMastus, Highlands Community Association Vice President and
Highlands Zoning Task Force Member, PO Box 2041, Renton, 98056, stated
that she is very proud of the task force's accomplishments. Additionally, Ms.
DeMastus complimented the new Renton Magazine, which is published by
Councilman Law.
Citizen Comment: Hicks -
2006 Comprehensive Plan
Amendments, Kennydale
Blueberry Farm
Barbara Hicks, 1835 NE 20th St., Renton, 98056, said most of the information
pertaining to the Kennydale Blueberry Farm rezone request was based on the
applicant's desire to sell the property, and financial need should not be a reason
for granting a rezone. Ms. Hicks commented on the property's environmental
features, noting that historically it has been unbuildable. Ms. Hicks indicated
that the critical areas ordinance does not always protect properties when people
are determined to fill in a wetland or remove a creek flow.
Citizen Comment: Rider -
2006 Comprehensive Plan
Amendments, Kennydale
Blueberry Farm
Susan Rider, 1835 NE 20th St., Renton, 98056, displayed photographs of
properties containing filled-in wetlands, saying the action occurred under
critical areas protection. She also showed photographs of the Kennydale
Blueberry Farm, noting that it is suited for Resource Conservation zoning. Ms.
Rider expressed her support for the blueberry farm as a park. On another topic,
she suggested that written lyrics be provided for the caroling activity at the
City's holiday lighting event.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN.
CARRIED. Time: 10:06 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
November 13, 2006