HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-01-07RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
October 1, 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; MARCIE PALMER; DENIS LAW; DAN CLAWSON. DON PERSSON and TERRI BRIERE arrived at 7:05 p.m.
CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
KATHY KEOLKER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer; ZANETTA FONTES, Assistant City Attorney; BONNIE WALTON, City Clerk; ALEX PIETSCH, Economic Development Administrator;
REBECCA LIND, Planning Manager; ERIKA CONKLING, Senior Planner; MARTY WINE, Assistant CAO; PREETI SHRIDHAR, Communications Director; CHIEF I. DAVID DANIELS and DEPUTY CHIEF CHUCK DUFFY,
Fire Department; TINA HARRIS, Domestic Violence Victim Advocate; DEPUTY CHIEF TIM TROXEL and COMMANDER FLOYD ELDRIDGE, Police Department.
PROCLAMATIONS
Fire Prevention Week - October 7 to 13, 2007
A proclamation by Mayor Keolker was read declaring October 7 to 13, 2007, to be "Fire Prevention Week" in the City of Renton in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, which
killed more that 250 persons, left 100,000 homeless, and destroyed more than 17,400 buildings.*
Mayor Keolker noted the arrival of Councilmembers Persson and Briere at 7:05 p.m.
*MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
Fire Chief Daniels accepted the proclamation with appreciation, saying that fire safety begins with citizens.
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month - October 2007
A proclamation by Mayor Keolker was read declaring October 2007 to be "National Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in the City of Renton and encouraging everyone in the community to
take an active role in supporting all victims so they can lead healthy lives, safe from violent and abusive behavior. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION.
CARRIED.
Domestic Violence Victim Advocate Harris accepted the proclamation with appreciation. Ms. Harris reported that cities are conducting special events to raise awareness of domestic violence,
and she thanked community-based organizations for their continued support in assisting individuals. Ms. Harris presented DAWN (Domestic Abuse Women's Network) representatives, Alanna
and Lorinda, with a check in the amount of $635 on behalf of the Renton Police Officers' Guild for the domestic violence shelter.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Fire: Employee Promotions
Chief Daniels announced the Fire Department employee promotions, as follows:
Firefighter Rick Myking, promoted to Lieutenant;
Lieutenant Roy Gunsolus, promoted to Captain; and
Captain Robert Van Horne, promoted to Deputy Chief.
Lieutenant Myking, Captain Gunsolus, and Deputy Chief Van Horne were each presented with a certificate of promotion by Mayor Keolker and with the badge of the position by family members.
Chief Daniels presented Lieutenant Myking and Deputy Chief Van Horne with helmets.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Fire: Employee Promotions
Chief Daniels announced the Fire Department employee promotions, as follows:
Firefighter Rick Myking, promoted to Lieutenant;
Lieutenant Roy Gunsolus, promoted to Captain; and
Captain Robert Van Horne, promoted to Deputy Chief.
Lieutenant Myking, Captain Gunsolus, and Deputy Chief Van Horne were each presented with a certificate of promotion by Mayor Keolker and with the badge of the position by family members.
Chief Daniels presented Lieutenant Myking and Deputy Chief Van Horne with helmets.
PUBLIC HEARING
Comprehensive Plan: 2007 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 2007 amendments
to the Comprehensive Plan, Maps and Data; concurrent rezoning; prezoning for potential annexation areas; and zoning text amendments to City Code development regulations. Planning Manager
Lind and Senior Planner Conkling reviewed the privately-proposed and City-initiated amendments.
2007-M-01, LUA-06-160, 326 Park Ave. N., Alan Kunovsky. Ms. Lind stated that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the proposed change in land use map designation for this
.89-acre site from Residential Medium Density with R-10 zoning to Commercial Neighborhood (CN) with concurrent CN zoning. She noted that the proposal includes zoning text amendments
related to parking.
2007-M-02, LUA-06-161, Rainier Ave. S. and Hardie Ave. SW, O'Farrell Properties, LLC. Ms. Lind reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the proposed change in land
use map designation for 1.6 acres from Residential Medium Density with R-10 zoning to Commercial Corridor with concurrent Commercial Arterial zoning. She pointed out that the proposal
includes zoning text amendments to expand the Rainier Business District Overlay and to modify the allowed residential density.
2007-M-03, LUA-06-166, Maple Valley Hwy. Corridor, City of Renton. Ms. Lind said the Planning Commission recommends approval of the proposed changes in land use map designations for
284 acres (New Life - Aqua Barn Annexation site) in Renton's Potential Annexation Area. Changes include: Residential Low Density (RLD) to Residential Medium Density with R-14 and
Residential Manufactured Home prezoning, and RLD to Residential Single Family with R-8 prezoning. Remaining RLD areas to be prezoned Resource Conservation and R-4.
2007-M-05, LUA-06-167, SW Sunset Blvd., QIP and Virtu Properties. Ms. Conkling reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the proposed change in land use map designation
for 8.71 acres from Employment Area - Industrial with Heavy Industrial zoning to Residential Medium Density (RMD) with R-10 zoning, and for .91 acres from Residential Multi-Family to
RMD with R-10 zoning. She stated that this proposal will not encroach upon the Black River Riparian Forest property, and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has provided
a list of recommended site planning and construction controls that will be discussed during the project level review.
2007-M-06, LUA-06-164, Benson Hill Communities, City of Renton. Ms. Lind reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the proposed changes for large portions of the
2,438-acre Benson Hill Communities Annexation area with concurrent prezoning. Changes include: Residential Single Family with R-8 prezoning; Residential Medium Density with R-10,
R-14, and Residential Manufactured Home prezoning; Residential Low Density with Resource Conservation, R-1, and R-4 prezoning; Residential Multi-Family (RMF) with RMF prezoning; Commercial
Neighborhood (CN) with CN
prezoning; and Commercial Corridor with Commercial Arterial and Commercial Office prezoning.
2007-M-06, LUA-06-164, Benson Hill Communities, City of Renton. Ms. Lind reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the proposed changes for large portions of the
2,438-acre Benson Hill Communities Annexation area with concurrent prezoning. Changes include: Residential Single Family with R-8 prezoning; Residential Medium Density with R-10,
R-14, and Residential Manufactured Home prezoning; Residential Low Density with Resource Conservation, R-1, and R-4 prezoning; Residential Multi-Family (RMF) with RMF prezoning; Commercial
Neighborhood (CN) with CN
prezoning; and Commercial Corridor with Commercial Arterial and Commercial Office prezoning.
2007-M-07, LUA-06-165, Duvall Ave. NE Corridor, 10625, 10703, 13645, and 10733 138th Ave. SE, City of Renton. Ms. Lind stated that the Planning Commission recommends denial of the
proposed changes in land use map designation from Residential Single Family to Commercial Corridor with Commercial Arterial prezoning for 1.01 acres (Marshall Annexation area). She
indicated that the amendment is not timely for the following reasons: unknown consequences at this time from the widening of Duvall Ave. NE, and undocumented demand for new retail
or services in the commercially-zoned NE Sunset Blvd. District. Ms. Lind pointed out that a review of the land use designations for the entire area, including those parcels under consideration,
may be appropriate at a later date once the Duvall Ave. NE improvements are in place.
2007-T-01, LUA-06-163, Capital Facilities and Transportation Elements, City of Renton. Ms. Lind said the Planning Commission recommends approval of the bi-annual update of the elements
to incorporate and update the level of service information and capital facility projects lists, to amend text and tables summarizing growth, and to update and correct descriptive narrative.
2007-T-05, LUA-06-125, Land Use Element, City of Renton. Ms. Lind reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval to update this element to allow Residential Manufactured
Home zoning to be an implementing zone with Residential Low Density land use designation.
Ms. Lind explained that a number of properties are still in King County, and any property owners who wish to develop these properties may consider vesting under King County's current
zoning prior to the potential annexation of the properties to Renton. In conclusion, she stated that Council action is not requested at this time.
Correspondence was read from Lan Wang, Frank Song, and Hao Wu of Washington Investment LLC (Bellevue) who own the 30-unit Panther Creek Apartment complex located at 19235 108th Ave.
SE (2007-M-06). The correspondents noted that the property is zoned R-48 in King County and is recommended for R-14 zoning in Renton. The correspondents requested that the proposed
prezoning be changed from R-14 to Residential Multi-Family.
Correspondence was read from Jack Connell, Facilities Project Manager, Renton School District (Renton), requesting that school district property always be accompanied with the "P" suffix
to trigger the special overlay development criteria typical to this public school land use designation (2007-M-06).
Public comment was invited.
Charles Grass (Renton), who owns property at 10733 138th Ave. S. in the Marshall Annexation area (2007-M-07), pointed out that most commercial properties located in the immediate vicinity
of Sunset Blvd. and Duvall Ave. NE are occupied. Mr. Grass requested that Council approve the zoning designation change to his property and to the parcel to the north, primarily because
they are surrounded by commercial properties. He indicated that delaying establishment of the zoning status leads to delays in the planning and permitting process for his property.
Carolyn Strong (Seattle) introduced herself as the real estate agent who listed the previous speaker's property. She noted the number of people interested in purchasing the property
for commercial use. Ms. Strong indicated that the sale of the property is crippled in its current residential state, and she requested that the property be prezoned commercial at this
time.
Carolyn Strong (Seattle) introduced herself as the real estate agent who listed the previous speaker's property. She noted the number of people interested in purchasing the property
for commercial use. Ms. Strong indicated that the sale of the property is crippled in its current residential state, and she requested that the property be prezoned commercial at this
time.
In response to the inquiries of David Gleason (King County), Ms. Lind confirmed that condominiums are allowed in the R-14 zone, and that vesting under King County zoning is allowed
until the effective date of the annexation.
Mary Urback (Puyallup), who represents the O'Farrell properties (2007-M-02), agreed with the proposed Commercial Arterial zoning and related zoning text amendment to allow 60 units
per acre. Ms. Urback urged approval of the Planning Commission's recommendation.
Lan Wang, Washington Investment LLC (Bellevue), stated that he is an owner of the Panther Creek Apartments in the Benson Hill Communities Annexation area (2007-M-06). He indicated
that the proposed prezone from R-48 to R-14 will render the property non-conforming; thus reducing its market value and limiting the owners' ability to rebuild and secure bank loans.
Mr. Wang requested that the property be prezoned Residential Multi-Family, and that the City issue a rebuild letter stating that the owners can rebuild at the same size and height
as the current building in case it is destroyed.
In response to Councilmember Corman's inquiry, Mr. Wang stated that the building is denser than the R-14 zoning allows.
Brent Cawley (King County) spoke against the proposed prezoning for the Maple Valley Hwy. Corridor area (2007-M-03). He explained that his property at 150th Lane SE, along the Matson
Creek Bypass, is subject to flooding due to the ill-management of surface water runoff from Fairwood down the bypass into the Cedar River. Mr. Cawley noted that the water from overflowing
storage ponds ends up on his property, and emphasized that development will only increase the non-permeable surfaces. If this action moves forward, he asked that the City go above
and beyond the current surface water runoff and storage pond plans.
Jeff Wolfson (Kent) stated that his property, located west of 108th Ave. SE in the Benson Hill Communities Annexation area (2007-M-06), will be negatively affected by the proposed zoning
change from R-12 to R-8. He noted that the land value will decrease, that the area has the infrastructure to support the density, and that the proposal is not equitable. Mr. Wolfson
asked that his property be prezoned R-14 as is proposed for nearby properties.
David Halinen (Fircrest), who represents Quarry Industrial Park (QIP), LLC in the matter of 2007-M-05, submitted a letter and documentation to the Council in support of the amendment.
Christopher Wagner (King County), who is a resident of the Huntington Heights Condominium (SE 176th St.) in the Benson Hill Communities Annexation area (2007-M-06), stated his preference
to not abut commercial property. He inquired as to the current prezoning recommendation for the church-owned parcel to the west of the condominium. Ms. Lind stated that the church
prefers that the property remain commercial.
Jennifer Knickerbocker (Renton) expressed concern that the proposed rezoning on Park Ave. N. from residential to commercial (2007-M-01) may negatively affect her neighborhood due to
the increase in traffic.
Frank Song, Washington Investment LLC (Bellevue), said he is an owner of the Panther Creek Apartments in the Benson Hill Communities Annexation area (2007-M-06). Mr. Song pointed out
that the prezone from R-48 to R-14 will reduce the value of the property. He stated that the area is not conducive to single-family zoning, and properties to the north and east are
commercially zoned.
Frank Song, Washington Investment LLC (Bellevue), said he is an owner of the Panther Creek Apartments in the Benson Hill Communities Annexation area (2007-M-06). Mr. Song pointed out
that the prezone from R-48 to R-14 will reduce the value of the property. He stated that the area is not conducive to single-family zoning, and properties to the north and east are
commercially zoned.
Responding to the inquiries of Mayor Keolker and Council President Nelson, Mr. Pietsch reported that the Planning and Development Committee will continue to review the matter and then
present a final recommendation to the full Council. He indicated that if Council chooses to do so, the amendments would need to be adopted by the end of the year.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. 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:
Myron Zapata will represent the City of Renton at the Special Olympic World Games in Shanghai, China, October 2 though 11.
A Downtown Wayfinding Open House will be held on October 15 at City Hall. The downtown wayfinding project will create signage to assist visitors and residents into and around downtown
Renton. Attendees will have the opportunity to view examples of the signs and preliminary color proposals and to provide comments.
AUDIENCE COMMENT
Plat: Langley Ridge, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
Noting that all of the speakers signed-up to comment on the Langley Ridge Final Plat, Mayor Keolker reported that a settlement between the Stonegate Homeowners Association and Langley
Development was achieved. (See page 341 for action on this matter.)
Citizen Comment: Longfellow - Langley Ridge Final Plat, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
Happy Longfellow (Renton), Stonegate neighborhood resident, expressed his appreciation to the City for tabling the Langley Ridge Final Plat approval for a week. He indicated that mediation
was sought and an agreement was successfully negotiated between the Stonegate Homeowners Association and Langley Development. Mr. Longfellow reported that the Langley Ridge plat can
use the easement on Stonegate plat's Tract C for emergency and maintenance access.
Citizen Comment: Foster - Langley Ridge Final Plat, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
Thomas Foster (Seattle), stating that he is the president of Langley Development, voiced appreciation for the City's efforts on the matter of the Langley Ridge Final Plat.
Citizen Comment: Rogers - Langley Ridge Final Plat, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
Debra Rogers (Renton), Stonegate neighborhood resident, noted the misunderstandings surrounding issues of the Langley Ridge Final Plat approval, and expressed her hope that the City
will learn from this situation and prevent these types of misunderstandings with future plats.
Citizen Comment: Christopherson - Langley Ridge Final Plat, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
Bruce Christopherson (Renton), Stonegate neighborhood resident, reviewed points from the Hearing Examiner's report regarding the Langley Ridge Preliminary Plat pertaining to open space
and access to proposed lots 33 and 34. He requested that final plat approval not occur before Langley Development complies with the conditions of the plat. Mr. Christopherson noted
that if the City allows a roadway from NE 26th St. to be used for emergency and maintenance purposes, that it also allows Stonegate plat residents to use the roadway for non-motorized
travel.
Citizen Comment: Willoughby - Langley Ridge Final Plat, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
Melissa Willoughby (Renton), Stonegate neighborhood resident, asked that prior to granting approval of the Langley Ridge Final Plat, that the conditions of the plat be met, and that
the City follow-through to see that the conditions are complied with. She noted particularly the condition regarding repair of the bridge for emergency fire truck access. Ms. Willoughby
recommended that a timeline be set as to when this condition is to be met.
Citizen Comment: Willoughby - Langley Ridge Final Plat, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
Melissa Willoughby (Renton), Stonegate neighborhood resident, asked that prior to granting approval of the Langley Ridge Final Plat, that the conditions of the plat be met, and that
the City follow-through to see that the conditions are complied with. She noted particularly the condition regarding repair of the bridge for emergency fire truck access. Ms. Willoughby
recommended that a timeline be set as to when this condition is to be met.
Councilmember Corman commended Stonegate Homeowners Association and Langley Ridge for reaching an agreement on the easement. He stated that the Hearing Examiner's conditions need to
be met before the final building approval is made. Councilmember Clawson said that enforcement of the plat conditions will be followed-up by City staff.
Citizen Comment: Brain - Langley Ridge Final Plat, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
Paul Brain (Tacoma), representing Langley Development, pointed out that the matter of the easement concerning the Langley Ridge Final Plat has been resolved, and he encouraged Council
to approve the final plat.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. At the request of Councilmember Persson, item 8.c. was removed for separate consideration.
Council Meeting Minutes of 9/24/2007
Approval of Council meeting minutes of 9/24/2007. Council concur.
CAG: 07-161, Maple Valley Hwy Improvements Phase 2, Rodarte Construction
City Clerk reported bid opening on 9/25/2007 for CAG-07-161, Maple Valley Hwy. (SR-169) Improvements Phase 2; eight bids; engineer's estimate $4,773,750; and submitted staff recommendation
to award the contract to the low bidder, Rodarte Construction, Inc., in the amount of $5,039,197. Council concur.
Court Case: JoAnne E Beach, CRT-07-009
Court Case filed by Kevin P. Sullivan, Sullivan & Thoreson, on behalf of JoAnne E. Beach who seeks compensation for medical expenses and economic loss due to injuries sustained on 11/4/2004
allegedly caused by failure to properly seal the area at the signal loop joint on Park Ave. Refer to City Attorney and Insurance Services.
Transportation: SR-900/I-405 Vicinity to Harrington Ave NE Signal Modification, WSDOT
Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of a contract with Washington State Department of Transportation in the amount of $25,000 for additional costs related to the SR-900,
I-405 vicinity to Harrington Ave. NE signal modification and raised traffic island project. Council concur. (See page 342 for resolution.)
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO REMOVE ITEM 8.c. FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. CARRIED.
Separate Consideration
Item 8.c.
Appeal: Beclan Place Preliminary Plat, Beck, PP-07-041
City Clerk submitted appeal of Hearing Examiner's recommendation regarding Beclan Place Preliminary Plat; appeal filed on 9/11/2007 by Steve Beck, accompanied by required fee.*
Councilmember Persson stated that Councilmember Clawson had indicated in an e-mail that the Planning and Development Committee is not accepting any more referrals. Councilmember Briere
noted the Council's concerns regarding the Planning and Development Committee's recommendations on issues.
*MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 8.c. TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED.
At the request of Mayor Keolker, Assistant City Attorney Fontes agreed to send a memorandum and to meet with the Committee of the Whole regarding the appeal process rules.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Plat: Langley Ridge, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
Mayor Keolker noted that the first item of unfinished business concerns the Langley Ridge Final Plat.
Development Services Division recommended approval, with conditions, of the Langley Ridge Final Plat; 34 single-family lots on 34.05 acres located in the vicinity of SE May Valley Rd.,
Coal Creek Parkway SE, and NE 26th St.
MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL APPROVE THE LANGLEY RIDGE FINAL PLAT. CARRIED. (See page 342 for resolution.)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Plat: Langley Ridge, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
Mayor Keolker noted that the first item of unfinished business concerns the Langley Ridge Final Plat.
Development Services Division recommended approval, with conditions, of the Langley Ridge Final Plat; 34 single-family lots on 34.05 acres located in the vicinity of SE May Valley Rd.,
Coal Creek Parkway SE, and NE 26th St.
MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY LAW, COUNCIL APPROVE THE LANGLEY RIDGE FINAL PLAT. CARRIED. (See page 342 for resolution.)
Planning & Development Committee
Planning: Owner-Occupied Housing Incentive Extension and Modification
Planning and Development Committee Chair Briere presented a report regarding the extension and modification to the owner-occupied housing incentives. The Committee recommended concurrence
with the following staff recommendation:
Per the provisions of City Code 4-9-015, approve an exemption to proceed outside of the annual Title IV (Development Regulations) amendment process due to the sunset of the "Owner-Occupied
Housing Incentives" in City Code 4-1-210 on 10/1/2007.
Extend the owner-occupied housing incentives in place for downtown Renton through 12/31/2009, unless otherwise extended by the City Council.
Modify the eligibility criteria, identify an application process, implement a restrictive covenant requiring the benefited project to be "For Sale" housing, and make other changes to
the existing text.
Adopt an ordinance to extend and modify City Code 4-1-210, Waived Fees.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 342 for ordinance.)
Public Safety Committee
Police: VSRT Armored Personnel Carrier, Budget Amend
Public Safety Committee Chair Law presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve the 2007 Budget amendment for the cooperative purchase by the Valley
Special Response Team member agencies of a Lenco BearCat armored personnel carrier to replace the current 26-year-old carrier. The Committee further recommended that the ordinance
amending the 2007 Budget to document the incoming revenue (from Valley Narcotics Enforcement Team funds) and expenditure in the amount of $50,000 be presented for first reading. MOVED
BY LAW, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 342 for ordinance.)
Police: Time Limit on Extended Parking on ROW or Municipal Property
Public Safety Committee Chair Law presented a report regarding extended unauthorized parking. The Committee recommended concurrence in the staff recommendation to impose a time limit
on extended parking on City of Renton right-of-way or municipal property, a violation of which could result in impoundment after proper notification. The Committee further recommended
that the ordinance regarding this matter be presented for first reading. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 342 for ordinance.)
Councilmember Law explained that the ordinance calls for a 72-hour time limitation if a vehicle has been left in a municipal right-of-way or on City property. The City will tag the
vehicle and notify the owner that the vehicle is subject to impoundment.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
Resolution #3906
Plat: Langley Ridge, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
A resolution was read approving the Langley Ridge Final Plat; approximately 34.05 acres located in the vicinity of SE May Valley Rd., Coal Creek Parkway, SE, and NE 26th St. MOVED
BY LAW, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ.*
Councilmember Corman expressed his support for the resolution, and commented on the primary access and on the secondary gated access for emergency vehicles to the Langley Ridge plat.
He noted that this particular situation is different than other plats in the City. Mr. Corman indicated that the plat may end up slightly different than what the Hearing Examiner
had expected, and pointed out that staff will have to resolve the access issues to the satisfaction of the Fire Department.
Resolution #3906
Plat: Langley Ridge, NE 26th St, FP-07-059
A resolution was read approving the Langley Ridge Final Plat; approximately 34.05 acres located in the vicinity of SE May Valley Rd., Coal Creek Parkway, SE, and NE 26th St. MOVED
BY LAW, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ.*
Councilmember Corman expressed his support for the resolution, and commented on the primary access and on the secondary gated access for emergency vehicles to the Langley Ridge plat.
He noted that this particular situation is different than other plats in the City. Mr. Corman indicated that the plat may end up slightly different than what the Hearing Examiner
had expected, and pointed out that staff will have to resolve the access issues to the satisfaction of the Fire Department.
Councilmember Persson stated that once the gate is in place on the secondary access, no other traffic will be able to use the access. Mr. Persson said he is convinced that this is
the right course of action.
*MOTION CARRIED.
Resolution #3907
Transportation: SR-900/I-405 Vicinity to Harrington Ave NE Signal Modification, WSDOT
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an interlocal agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation concerning additional costs for the
SR-900, I-405 vicinity to Harrington Ave. NE signal modification. MOVED BY PALMER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the Council meeting of 10/8/2007 for second and final reading:
Planning: Owner-Occupied Housing Incentive Extension and Modification
An ordinance was read amending Section 4-1-210, Waived Fees, of Chapter 1, Administration and Enforcement, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of City Code by extending and modifying
the waiver of certain development and mitigation fees related to owner-occupied housing incentives. MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND
FINAL READING ON 10/8/2007. CARRIED.
Police: Time Limit on Extended Parking on ROW or Municipal Property
An ordinance was read amending Chapter 10-10 of Title X (Traffic) of City Code by adding a new Section 10-10-14, Extended Unauthorized Parking, related to establishing a time limit
on extended parking on City right-of-way. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 10/8/2007. CARRIED.
Police: VSRT Armored Personnel Carrier, Budget Amend
An ordinance was read amending the 2007 Budget by reflecting incoming revenue in the amount of $50,000 from Valley Narcotics and Enforcement Team to the General Fund balance and an
expenditure for the purpose of purchasing an armored personnel carrier for the Valley Special Response Team. MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND
AND FINAL READING ON 10/8/2007. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Development Services: Driveway Widths
Councilmember Briere inquired as to how Councilmembers want to handle two items currently in the Planning and Development Committee: driveway widths and the appeal of the Grant Ave.
Townhomes site plan.
MOVED BY LAW, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL REMOVE THE TOPIC OF DRIVEWAY WIDTHS FROM THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE AND REFER THE MATTER TO THE TRANSPORTATION (AVIATION) COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
Appeal: Grant Ave Townhomes Site Plan, Jones & Kovach Architects, SA-07-018
Councilmember Corman stated for the record that he cannot think of a single appeal out of Planning and Development Committee this whole year that Council has not approved. He indicated
his preference for the item to stay in Planning and Development Committee.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REMOVE THE TOPIC OF THE APPEAL OF THE GRANT AVE. TOWNHOMES SITE PLAN FROM THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE AND REFER THE ITEM TO THE
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED.
Appeal: Grant Ave Townhomes Site Plan, Jones & Kovach Architects, SA-07-018
Councilmember Corman stated for the record that he cannot think of a single appeal out of Planning and Development Committee this whole year that Council has not approved. He indicated
his preference for the item to stay in Planning and Development Committee.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL REMOVE THE TOPIC OF THE APPEAL OF THE GRANT AVE. TOWNHOMES SITE PLAN FROM THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE AND REFER THE ITEM TO THE
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 9:10 p.m.
Bonnie I. Walton, CMC, City Clerk
Recorder: Michele Neumann
October 1, 2007