HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-26-07RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
February 26, 2007 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
TONI NELSON, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; DON PERSSON; MARCI PALMER; TERRI BRIERE; DENIS LAW; DAN CLAWSON.
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;
TERRY HIGASHIYAMA, Community Services Administrator; LESLIE BETLACH, Parks Director; PETER RENNER, Facilities Director; GERALD RERECICH, Recreation Director; TIM LAWLESS, Housing Repair
Coordinator; PREETI SHRIDHAR, Communications Director; REBECCA LIND, Planning Manager; DON ERICKSON, Senior Planner; MARTY WINE, Assistant CAO; CHIEF I. DAVID DANIELS, Fire Department;
COMMANDER CHARLES MARSALISI, Police Department.
PROCLAMATION
Kennydale United Methodist Church Day - March 4, 2007
A proclamation by Mayor Keolker was read declaring the day of March 4, 2007, to be "Kennydale United Methodist Church Day" in the City of Renton and encouraging all citizens to join
in this special observance. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED. Pauline Kirkland and Sharry Deszo accepted the proclamation.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Community Services: Accreditation Recognition
Community Services Administrator Higashiyama announced that the Community Services Department passed its second accreditation and is the first in the State in community service parks
and recreation to reach the five-year reaccreditation program. She emphasized that the biggest goal of the department is to make sure that the best customer service is being provided,
and meeting the accreditation's 155 standards aids in that endeavor. Ms. Higashiyama recognized the efforts of the Community Services Department's ten boards and commissions, as well
the efforts of staff.
Human Services: Housing Repair Assistance Program, First Savings Bank of Renton Grant
Housing Repair Coordinator Lawless explained that the Housing Repair Assistance Program provides free health and safety related services for eligible low-to-moderate income homeowners
in Renton. He reported that the program is primarily funded by federal Community Development Block Grants, which have declined over the past several years. Mr. Lawless recognized
First Savings Bank of Renton for its support of the Housing Repair Assistance Program, acknowledging the bank's 2007 donation in the amount of $30,000. He noted that over the years,
the bank has contributed a total of $155,000 to the program.
Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer Bob Gagnier and Community Reinvestment Officer Mark Fehr were presented with an award and certificate in honor of the bank's continued
support. Mr. Gagnier expressed appreciation for the recognition, noting that this is the tenth year of First Savings Bank of Renton's involvement in the program.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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 Keolker opened the public hearing to consider the proposed
annexation and zoning of 15.47 acres (including the abutting street right-of-way) generally bounded by Union Ave. NE (132nd Ave. SE) 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 (Perkins).
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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 Keolker opened the public hearing to consider the proposed
annexation and zoning of 15.47 acres (including the abutting street right-of-way) generally bounded by Union Ave. NE (132nd Ave. SE) 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 (Perkins).
Senior Planner Erickson reported that three single-family dwellings currently exist on the site and over 80 percent of the site is vacant. He noted the following: the site drains
to May Creek, most of the site slopes down to the north, and a 65-foot change in elevation exists between the southern and northern boundaries. Reviewing the public services, he said
the site is served by Fire District #25, Renton water and sewer, and the Renton School District.
Continuing, Mr. Erickson stated that the site's existing King County zoning is R-4 (four dwelling units per gross acre), and the City's Comprehensive Plan designates the site as Residential
Low Density, for which R-4 (four dwelling units per net acre) zoning is recommended. He stated that the fiscal impact analysis indicates a surplus of $11,403 at full development, assuming
43 new single-family homes with an average assessed value of $450,000, and a one-time parks acquisition and development cost of $15,213. In conclusion, Mr. Erickson pointed out that
the annexation proposal is consistent with the City's annexation policies and business plan.
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 CLAWSON, COUNCIL ACCEPT THE PERKINS ANNEXATION AS APPROVED BY THE BOUNDARY REVIEW BOARD AND ADOPT THE RELATED ORDINANCES. CARRIED. (See page 66 for ordinances.)
Planning: City Code Amends re R-4 Zone & Tree Retention & Animal Regulations
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 City Code amendments
pertaining to: R-4 zone development clustering; R-1, R-4, and R-8 zone design standards; tree retention; and animal regulations.
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL POSTPONE THE PUBLIC HEARING UNTIL 3/12/2007. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
Chief Administrative Officer 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 2007 and beyond. Items noted included:
The Crisis Clinic's 211 Community Information Line provides information and referral services to all King County residents about the social service system. The service can be accessed
from a land line by dialing 211 and from a cellular telephone by dialing 206-461-3200 or 1-800-621-4636.
The Annual "Play it Safe" Festival, held on February 22 at the Community Center, was attended by over 150 kids ages 12 and under and their parents.
Planning: Multipurpose Events Center (Sonics & Storm Basketball)
Mayor Keolker reported that the ownership of the Sonics and Storm professional basketball teams have chosen Renton as their preferred site for a multipurpose events center. She noted
that the potential economic opportunities of the arena go beyond Renton's borders. The Mayor stated her belief that the "No New Taxes" proposal laid out for the State Legislature is
sound and worthy of City support.
Mayor Keolker assured that no commitments have been made regarding City investment in the facility. She stated that if the City can be assured of new revenue to the City, the Council
will be asked to consider making an investment at a level proportionate with those new revenues, as done with other economic development projects in the City. Mayor Keolker indicated
that a dialogue with the community has started and will continue in order to consider the opportunities, challenges, and impacts that the facility poses. She noted that information
about the potential events center is available on the City's website.
Mayor Keolker assured that no commitments have been made regarding City investment in the facility. She stated that if the City can be assured of new revenue to the City, the Council
will be asked to consider making an investment at a level proportionate with those new revenues, as done with other economic development projects in the City. Mayor Keolker indicated
that a dialogue with the community has started and will continue in order to consider the opportunities, challenges, and impacts that the facility poses. She noted that information
about the potential events center is available on the City's website.
The Mayor reported that as an initial step, a consultant will be hired in the amount of $20,000 to conduct an economic analysis, and a strategic advisor will be retained for the amount
of $10,000. She stated that working with the neighborhoods most impacted by the development is another significant component during this evaluation process. Mayor Keolker pointed
out that Council will discuss the proposed neighborhood study during its upcoming retreat. She indicated that regardless of the final outcome, the City is benefiting by being selected
as the preferred site.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Finnicum - 2006 Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Kennydale Blueberry Farm
Karen Finnicum, 1302 Aberdeen Ave. NE, Renton, 98056, spoke on the topic of the Kennydale Blueberry Farm rezone. She displayed photographs of the area, and expressed concerns regarding
the accumulation of water and the damage to the wetland. Saying that the wetland damage must stop, Ms. Finnicum asked that zoning decisions regarding the farm property not be made
until the situation is fully understood.
Citizen Comment: Collins - Jet Center at Airport
Bill Collins, 420 Cedar Ave. S., Renton, 98057, voiced concern regarding the proposed jet center at the Renton Airport. He stated that since specific types of aircraft cannot be excluded
from using the airport, the likelihood of extremely loud jet aircraft take-offs and landings is certain. Mr. Collins asked that Council consider the noise impacts on the community
when making a decision on the matter.
Citizen Comment: Hicks - 2006 Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Kennydale Blueberry Farm
Barb Hicks, 10402 151st Ave. SE, Renton, 98059, expressed opposition to the rezone of the Kennydale Blueberry Farm, noting the following: the rezone is solely for the personal gain
of the applicant, R-4 zoning has not ensured protection on adjacent property, the exact location and extent of the wetland on the site is unknown, a majority of citizens have spoken
against the rezone, and jurisdictional wetlands are protected by the federal Clean Water Act. Ms. Hicks stated that this resource and its protection should be valued higher than the
benefit received by one property owner.
Citizen Comment: Gabrielson - 2006 Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Kennydale Blueberry Farm
Karol Gabrielson, 2001 NE 20th St., Renton, 98056, displayed photographs of the Kennydale Blueberry Farm and adjacent property, expressing concern regarding the accumulation of water.
She stated her fear that rezoning the farm property to R-4 will not protect the wetland, as R-4 zoning has not protected other areas in the artesian system. Ms. Gabrielson asked that
the City become more familiar with the area and deny the rezone request.
Citizen Comment: O'Connor - 2006 Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Kennydale Blueberry Farm
William O'Connor, 10402 151st Ave. SE, Renton, 98059, stated that rezoning the Kennydale Blueberry Farm property to R-4 will only raise expectations for more development, resulting
in the City being pressured to issue variances and waivers. He indicated that the property is appropriately zoned at Resource Conservation.
Citizen Comment: Hope - Benson Hill Communities Annexation, S 200th St & 128th Ave SE
Jerry Hope, 17016 128th Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, indicated that there is strong support for the Benson Hill Communities Annexation, noting that annexation of this area to Renton is in
the best interests of the community, King County, and Renton.
Citizen Comment: Hope - Benson Hill Communities Annexation, S 200th St & 128th Ave SE
Jerry Hope, 17016 128th Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, indicated that there is strong support for the Benson Hill Communities Annexation, noting that annexation of this area to Renton is in
the best interests of the community, King County, and Renton.
Citizen Comment: Reiter - Benson Hill Communities Annexation, S 200th St & 128th Ave SE
Tom Reiter, 18001 113th Ave. SE, Renton, 98055, described the effort that has been made towards the annexation of the Benson Hill communities to Renton. Mr. Reiter said the signatures
for the annexation petition were quickly obtained, and he thanked the City for its consideration of the matter.
Citizen Comment: Linton - Benson Hill Communities Annexation, S 200th St & 128th Ave SE
Richard Linton, 17041 130th Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, stated that Renton has grown over the years and has the potential to be even more fantastic than it is now. Mr. Linton indicated
that he and others in the Benson Hill and Renton Park areas are interested in annexing to Renton. He noted that the turnout at the election would be very good if the issue were to
be placed on the ballot.
Citizen Comment: Leviton - Multipurpose Events Center (Sonics & Storm Basketball), Chamber Support Resolution
Jay Leviton, 18204 143rd Ave. SE, Renton, 98058, speaking on behalf of the Renton Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, conveyed the chamber's enthusiasm for Renton being chosen as
the preferred site for the Sonic's multipurpose event center. Mr. Leviton read a Renton Chamber of Commerce Board Resolution, which supports the concept of Renton becoming the future
home of the Seattle Supersonics and Storm basketball teams and urges the Mayor and Council to continue to support this project while exercising due diligence.
Citizen Comment: Johnson - Multipurpose Events Center (Sonics & Storm Basketball), Chamber Support Resolution
Steve Johnson, Renton Chamber of Commerce Vice President, 139 Union Ave. NE, Unit 1, Renton, 98059, stated that the siting of the Sonic's multipurpose event center in Renton will benefit
the business community, and he asked Council to pursue this opportunity while exercising due diligence.
Citizen Comment: Rider - 2006 Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Kennydale Blueberry Farm
Susan Rider, 1835 NE 20th St., Renton, 98056, expressed her desire that the City base its decision regarding the Kennydale Blueberry Farm rezone on facts. She displayed photographs
of the area showing the development occurring on property across from the blueberry farm and the damage to that property's wetland. Ms. Rider indicated that due to the lack of hydrology
studies, the extent of the wetland is unknown. She stressed that accurate information is needed prior to a decision being made on the rezone, and asked the City to keep track of activities
in this area.
Citizen Comment: Puckett - Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park, Annexation and Permit Process
Jerry Puckett, 15260 Oak Dr., Renton, 98058, reported that the New Life Church is making progress in obtaining signatures for the annexation-to-Renton petition for his area. He further
reported that the owner of the Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park property, where he resides, has started the permit process in King County to build homes on the site. Mr. Puckett
inquired as to whether the permit process will conclude in King County or be taken over by Renton if the property were to annex to Renton.
Planning Manager Lind stated that if the area is annexed and a King County-approved preliminary plat exists, Renton will recognize the plat. Up until the time of preliminary plat approval,
Renton would start over again with the review process.
In response to Councilmember Corman's inquiries regarding the annexation process, Ms. Lind said the annexation proponent is using the property owner petition process. She noted that
residents of the mobile home park cannot participate. Ms. Lind reported that signatures are currently being gathered for the 10% annexation petition.
Citizen Comment: Charnley - Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park, Zoning and Annexation
Timothy Charnley, 14140 SE 171st Way, Apt. E204, Renton, 98058, said the owner of the Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park property is 10 percent of the way through the permitting process
in King County. He expressed concern that unless King County and Renton enter into an interlocal agreement, the zoning will remain at R-12 for the property.
Councilmember Corman stated that an interlocal agreement is not needed as the Council reserves the privilege to zone the property at the time it comes into Renton.
Citizen Comment: Charnley - Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park, Zoning and Annexation
Timothy Charnley, 14140 SE 171st Way, Apt. E204, Renton, 98058, said the owner of the Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park property is 10 percent of the way through the permitting process
in King County. He expressed concern that unless King County and Renton enter into an interlocal agreement, the zoning will remain at R-12 for the property.
Councilmember Corman stated that an interlocal agreement is not needed as the Council reserves the privilege to zone the property at the time it comes into Renton.
Responding to Mr. Charnley's inquiry, Planning Manager Lind said the zoning text amendment change request for the property had been pending before the Planning and Development Committee
due to an appeal that was filed. She noted that the appeal was recently withdrawn, and the matter will be brought back to Council for consideration.
Citizen Comment: Jackson - Jet Center at Airport
David Jackson, 2419 Talbot Crest Dr. S., Renton, 98055, spoke on the topic of the Renton Airport expansion. He noted the increased amount of air traffic that was experienced in Renton
due to the closure of Boeing Field in August 2006. He expressed concern regarding the proposals that cater to corporate and private jets, saying that the environment of the Talbot
Hill neighborhood will deteriorate as a result of the proposed airport expansion. Mr. Jackson urged Council to reject proposals to expand the airport above its current level, and he
requested that the City consider applying larger landing fees for older generation jet engine aircraft.
Councilmember Clawson pointed out that there is no expansion of the airport planned.
Citizen Comment: Kawamura - Benson Hill Communities Annexation, S 200th St & 128th Ave SE
Linda Kawamura, 17907 123rd Ct. SE, Renton, 98058, stated that she lives in the Benson Hill communities annexation area and wants the opportunity to vote to annex to the City of Renton.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing.
Council Meeting Minutes of 2/12/2007
Approval of Council meeting minutes of 2/12/2007. Council concur.
Appeal: Puget Colony Homes Short Plat, Cook, SHP-06-146
City Clerk reported appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision regarding the Puget Colony Homes Short Plat; appeal filed by Frank Jay Cook, 4910 NE 1st Ct., Renton, 98059, accompanied by
the required fee. The appeal packet included one additional letter from John R. Skochdopole as allowed by City Code. Refer to Planning and Development Committee.
CAG: 05-194, Community Center Storage Room Additions, Flag Construction
Community Services Department submitted CAG-05-194, Renton Community Center Storage Room Additions; and requested approval of the project, authorization for final pay estimate in the
amount of $4,376.21, commencement of 60-day lien period, and release of retained amount of $7,994.55 to Flag Construction Company, Inc., contractor, if all required releases are obtained.
Council concur.
Community Services: Fire Station #11 Vehicle Exhaust Extraction, Benz Air Engineering
Community Services Department requested approval of a sole source contract in the amount of $53,170.56 with Benz Air Engineering Co., Inc. to install a Nederman Vehicle Exhaust Extraction
System at Fire Station #11. Council concur.
Community Services: Library Master Plan, Miriam Pollack + Associates
Community Services Department recommended approval of a contract in the amount of $117,210 with Miriam Pollack + Associates to develop the Library Master Plan. Council concur.
Community Services: Heritage Park Naming
Community Services Department requested approval to name the new park located at 233 Union Ave. NE "Heritage Park." Council concur.
Comprehensive Plan: 2007 Amendments
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department submitted proposed 2007 Comprehensive Plan amendments (seven map amendments and one text amendment). Refer to
Planning and Development Committee and Planning Commission.
Utility: Sewer Moratorium in East Renton Plateau PAA
Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning Department recommended approval to rescind the moratorium on sewer availability for new subdivisions within the East Renton
Plateau Potential Annexation Area. Council concur. (See page 65 for resolution.)
Plat: Laurelhurst Division 3, Bremerton Ave NE, PP-06-131
Hearing Examiner recommended approval, with conditions, of the Laurelhurst Division 3 Preliminary Plat; 14 single-family lots on 2.4 acres located at 272 Bremerton Ave. NE. Council
concur.
Human Services: Ten-Year Plan to End Homelessness Endorsement
Human Services Division recommended endorsement of the Committee to End Homelessness in King County's plan entitled "A Roof Over Every Bed in King County: Our Community's Ten-Year
Plan to End Homelessness." Refer to Committee of the Whole.
Public Works: Pavement Grinder Purchase, Northwest Grinding Equipment
Planning/Building/Public Works Department recommended approval of a sole source purchase of an Asphalt Zipper Model 550 pavement grinder from Northwest Grinding Equipment, Inc. in the
amount of $102,000. Council concur.
Vacation: Field Ave NE, ESM Consulting Engineers, VAC-06-004
Technical Services Division reported receipt of appraisal performed for the vacation of portion of Field Ave. NE, north of NE 2nd St. (VAC-06-004; petitioner ESM Consulting Engineers),
and requested Council accept the appraisal and set compensation at $6,850 for the right-of-way. Refer to Planning and Development Committee.
Vacation: Walkway, NW 6th St & Rainier Ave N, JDA Group, VAC-05-002
Technical Services Division reported receipt of appraisal performed for the vacation of portion of walkway between NW 6th St. and Rainier Ave. N. (VAC-05-002; petitioner Jack Alhadeff),
and requested that Council accept the appraisal and set compensation at $7,500 for the right-of-way. Refer to Planning and Development Committee.
Vacation: Walkway, NW 6th St & Rainier Ave N, AHBL, VAC-06-001
Technical Services Division reported receipt of appraisal performed for the vacation of portion of walkway between NW 6th St. and Rainier Ave. N. (VAC-06-001; Jack Alhadeff), and requested
that Council accept the appraisal and set compensation at $12,250 for the right-of-way. Refer to Planning and Development Committee.
Utility: Benson Rd S Water Line Relocation, WSDOT
Utility Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation in the amount of $100,000 for the design of the relocation of the water
line at Benson Rd. S. and the I-405 overpass. WSDOT will reimburse the City $50,000. Council concur. (See page 65 for resolution.)
SAD: Central Plateau Interceptor Phase II
Utility Systems Division requested authorization to establish the Central Plateau Interceptor Phase II Special Assessment District in the estimated amount of $1,941,352.55 to ensure
that project costs are equitably distributed to those who benefit. Refer to Utilities Committee.
CAG: 03-160, 2006 Local Hazardous Waste Management Program, King County Grant
Utility Systems Division recommended approval of Amendment #4 to CAG-03-160, King County-Suburban City contract, accepting $25,038.18 for Renton's 2007 Local Hazardous Waste Management
Program. Council concur. (See page 66 for resolution.)
CAG: 03-160, 2006 Local Hazardous Waste Management Program, King County Grant
Utility Systems Division recommended approval of Amendment #4 to CAG-03-160, King County-Suburban City contract, accepting $25,038.18 for Renton's 2007 Local Hazardous Waste Management
Program. Council concur. (See page 66 for resolution.)
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Committee of the Whole
Annexation: Benson Hill Communities, S 200th St & 128th Ave SE
Council President Nelson presented a Committee of the Whole report recommending that Council set a public hearing on 3/12/2007 to consider the Benson Hill Communities Notice of Intent
to Commence Annexation 10% petition.
The Committee further recommended that at the conclusion of the public hearing, Council consider the annexation petition and resolution calling for an election which would authorize
the City Clerk to transmit the petition and resolution to the Clerk of the King County Council, King County Records and Elections, and the State of Washington Boundary Review Board
for King County. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee
Finance: Business License Billing Cycle
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report regarding the business license billing cycle. The Committee was briefed on this issue and recommended that no changes be made to
the current policy at this time. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance: Vouchers
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending approval of Claim Vouchers 257083 - 257550 and two wire transfers totaling $2,285,858.68; and approval of Payroll Vouchers
67518 - 67782, one wire transfer, and 793 direct deposits totaling $2,514,022.88. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Transportation (Aviation) Committee
Airport: AirO Lease, Addendum #1, LAG-03-002
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report recommending approval of an addendum to the AirO, Inc. lease agreement, LAG-03-002, to increase the building and
ground lease rates. Using the Consumer Price Index-Urban for the Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton area to adjust the building lease rate, the rent increased from $25,930.44 to $28,114.06 per
year, for the three-year period 11/1/2006 through 10/31/2009. Using a market appraisal to determine the current ground lease rate for 11/1/2006 through 10/31/2009, the ground lease
rate shall increase from $30,420.63 to $41,720.25 the first year, and to $53,010.57 for the remaining two-year period ending 10/31/2009. This results in a combined annual rent of $81,124.63
plus leasehold tax.
The Committee further recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the addendum to the lease agreement with AirO, Inc. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Streets: SW 34th St Closure, SW 34th St Culvert Replacement Project
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the temporary closure of SW 34th St. across Springbrook
Creek between Lind Ave. SW and Oakesdale Ave. SW during the construction of the SW 34th St. Culvert
Replacement Project. The road closure will remain in effect 24 hours a day for approximately ten weeks from June 2007 through October 2007, with exact dates dependent on work progress.
The Committee further recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 66 for resolution.)
Streets: SW 34th St Closure, SW 34th St Culvert Replacement Project
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Palmer presented a report recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the temporary closure of SW 34th St. across Springbrook
Creek between Lind Ave. SW and Oakesdale Ave. SW during the construction of the SW 34th St. Culvert
Replacement Project. The road closure will remain in effect 24 hours a day for approximately ten weeks from June 2007 through October 2007, with exact dates dependent on work progress.
The Committee further recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 66 for resolution.)
Planning & Development Committee
Comprehensive Plan: 2006 Amendments, Kennydale Blueberry Farm
MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REMOVE THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT REGARDING THE KENNYDALE BLUEBERRY FARM COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT FROM THE TABLE.
CARRIED.
Planning and Development Committee Vice Chair Clawson presented a report regarding the Kennydale Blueberry Farm Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezone request. The Committee recommended
concurrence in the staff recommendation to deny the request for an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan map. The property should remain in the Residential Low Density land use designation.
The Committee also recommended the following:
The property be rezoned to Residential-4 units per acre (R-4);
Special attention be paid to protecting the critical areas on this site at such time as this property applies for development permits; and
Special attention be paid to impacts from those nearby parcels upon the critical areas on this property as the parcels around this property apply for development permits.
The Committee further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter be presented for first reading. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 66 for ordinance.)
Utilities Committee
Latecomer Agreement: Wyman, Sewer Extension (SE 132nd St), LA-05-003
Utilities Committee Chair Clawson presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to grant a final 15-year latecomer agreement to Kevin Wyman for sewer main
extension along SE 132nd St. The Committee further recommended that staff be authorized to finalize the latecomer agreement per City Code. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL
CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3857
Utility: Sewer Moratorium in East Renton Plateau PAA
A resolution was read rescinding a moratorium on sewer availability for new subdivisions within the East Renton Plateau Potential Annexation Area. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY CLAWSON,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3858
Utility: Benson Rd S Water Line Relocation, WSDOT
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an interlocal agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for designing the relocation of a
water line in Benson Rd. S., entitled "Utility Preliminary Engineering Agreement UT01130 Work by Utility." MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ.
CARRIED.
Resolution #3859
CAG: 03-160, 2006 Local Hazardous Waste Management Program, King County Grant
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Amendment #4 to the Suburban City contract between King County and the City of Renton for the 2007 Local Hazardous
Waste Management Program. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
Resolution #3860
Streets: SW 34th St Closure, SW 34th St Culvert Replacement Project
A resolution was read authorizing the temporary closure of SW 34th St. (between Lind Ave. SW and Oakesdale Ave. SW) to all through traffic. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL
ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the Council meeting of 3/5/2007 for second and final reading:
Annexation: Perkins, SE 95th Pl & 128th Ave SE
An ordinance was read annexing approximately 15.47 acres of property generally located along and south of SE 95th Pl., if extended, and mostly west of Union Ave. NE (132nd Ave. SE);
Perkins Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 3/5/2007. CARRIED.
Annexation: Perkins, R-4 Zoning
An ordinance was read establishing the zoning classification for approximately 15.04 acres, located primarily west of 132nd Ave. SE and north of SE 98th St., if extended, with one parcel
east of 132nd Ave. SE., annexed within the City of Renton from R-4 (Urban Residential - four dwelling units per acre, King County zoning) to R-4 (Residential - four dwelling units per
acre, Renton zoning); Perkins Annexation. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 3/5/2007. CARRIED.
Finance: Impact Fees, Issaquah & Kent School Districts
An ordinance was read changing the impact fee collection on behalf of the school districts within the City of Renton from $5,115 per new single-family home to $6,136 per new single-family
home in the Issaquah School District and implementing an impact fee of $4,928 per new single-family home in the Kent School District. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL
REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 3/5/2007. CARRIED.
Community Services: Parks Maintenance Facility Sublease, United Rentals Northwest, Budget Amend
An ordinance was read amending the 2007 Budget by transferring funds in the amount of $259,000 from the 2007 designated Capital Reserve Fund for Parks Maintenance Facility, to the Parks
Maintenance Facility Account, in order to provide for a temporary Parks Maintenance Facility. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL
READING ON 3/5/2007. CARRIED.
Comprehensive Plan: 2006 Amendments, Kennydale Blueberry Farm
An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of certain properties within the City of Renton (Kennydale Blueberry Farm) from Resource Conservation (RC) to Residential -
four dwelling units per acre (R-4) zoning; File No. LUA-05-159; CPA-2006-M-2. MOVED BY CLAWSON, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 3/5/2007.
CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading and adoption:
Ordinance #5259
Human Services: Advisory Committee Member Increase to Eleven
An ordinance was read amending Section 2-12-3, Appointment, of Chapter 12, Human Services Advisory Committee, of Title II (Commissions and Boards) of City Code by adding two new members.
MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Ordinance #5260
Airport: Advisory Committee, Two Additional Voting Members
An ordinance was read amending Section 2-17-2, Membership, of Chapter 17, Airport Advisory Committee, of Title II (Commissions and Boards) of City Code by adding two new voting members.
MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY PALMER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
School District: Activities
Councilmember Nelson reviewed the various announcements, events, and activities of the Renton School District, including: four teachers earned the honor of becoming National Board
Certified Teachers; two McKnight Middle School students will represent Washington State and the U.S. as student ambassadors to Australia; and Highlands Elementary School hosted over
175 students and parents for a "Family Math Night."
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Citizen Comment: Hancock - Jet Center at Airport
Mark Hancock, PO Box 88811, Seattle, 98138, resident of Kennydale, stated that although he supports economic development, he does not support a jet center at the Renton Airport as it
will harm the quality of life in Renton. He pointed out that the Federal Aviation Administration will not allow Renton to restrict hours of use at the airport and jets are noisy, all-weather
planes, which fly day and night and low over homes. Mr. Hancock noted the lack of jet center specifics, recommending that discussion occur that compares and contrasts the details of
the three proposed alternates, as well as other possible uses for the airport property. He concluded that there has been no real effort to find other alternatives to a jet center.
Councilmember Persson assured that no decisions have been made on any of the alternates, and everything that has been presented is still on the table. He stated that as the community
outreach progresses, hybrids of the plans will arise.
Citizen Comment: Stevens - Jet Center at Airport
Elizabeth Stevens, 353 Taylor Ave. NW, Renton, 98057, stated that complete and unbiased data is important in decision making processes, including decisions being made for the Renton
Airport. She expressed concern that a plan for the airport was developed, which quickly focused on a jet center without financial forecasting, environmental studies, and understanding
about the impact on residential areas. Noting that a number of businesses would like the opportunity to be at the airport, Ms. Stevens said many of them will enhance the quality of
life in Renton rather than damage it as corporate jets will.
Citizen Comment: Stern - Jet Center at Airport
Jeff Stern, 8411 S. 113th St., Seattle, 98178, indicated that he lives in the West Hill Potential Annexation Area, and noted that over half of the area will be affected by Renton's
decision concerning its airport. He requested that community outreach include the West Hill community as well as other affected neighborhoods. Mr. Stern pointed out that the new light
jets are still noisy, and the frequency of the noise is more intrusive than from prop planes. He stated that the City is considering increasing jet use at the airport while forecasting
only a small amount of net revenue as a result, and while promoting more residential development near the airport. Mr. Stern concluded by voicing his support for less intrusive uses
at the airport.
Citizen Comment: Rider - 2006 Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Kennydale Blueberry Farm
Susan Rider, 1835 NE 20th St., Renton, 98056, thanked Councilmember Corman for voting against the Kennydale Blueberry Farm rezone. She also thanked all Councilmembers for listening
to everyone's concerns, and asked for support in protecting the wetland on the property.
Citizen Comment: Puckett - Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park
Jerry Puckett, 15260 Oak Dr., Renton, 98058, invited everyone to the Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park's Saturday pancake fundraisers, saying that Councilmembers could tour the property.
Additionally, he noted the attention the mobile home park has received from the media.
Citizen Comment: Puckett - Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park
Jerry Puckett, 15260 Oak Dr., Renton, 98058, invited everyone to the Wonderland Estates Mobile Home Park's Saturday pancake fundraisers, saying that Councilmembers could tour the property.
Additionally, he noted the attention the mobile home park has received from the media.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:05 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
February 26, 2007