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Home My WebLink AboutApproved Minutes 10/08/2018October 8, 2018 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MINUTES City Council Regular Meeting 7:00 PM ‐ Monday, October 8, 2018 Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Law called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order at 7:00 PM and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Councilmembers Present: Ed Prince, Council President Randy Corman Ryan McIrvin Ruth Pérez Armondo Pavone Don Persson Carol Ann Witschi Councilmembers Absent: ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PRESENT Denis Law, Mayor Robert Harrison, Chief Administrative Officer Shane Moloney, City Attorney Jason Seth, City Clerk Gregg Zimmerman, Public Works Administrator Jennifer Henning, Planning Director Tina Harris, Domestic Violence Victim Advocate Commander Dan Figaro, Police Department Deputy Chief Roy Gunsolus, Renton Regional Fire Authority Fire Marshall Anjela St. John, Renton Regional Fire Authority October 8, 2018 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES PROCLAMATION a) Domestic Violence Awareness Month: A proclamation by Mayor Law was read declaring October 2018 to be Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Renton, 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. Tina Harris, Domestic Violence Victim Advocate, accepted the proclamation with appreciation. MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY PRINCE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED. b) Fire Prevention Week: A proclamation by Mayor Law was read declaring October 7‐13, 2018 to be Fire Prevention Week, encouraging all citizens to join him in this special observance. Fire Marshal Anjela St. John and Deputy Chief Roy Gunsolus from the Renton Regional Fire Authority accepted the proclamation with appreciation. MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY PAVONE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE PROCLAMATION. CARRIED. SPECIAL PRESENTATION a) Renton Sister Cities Association (RSCA): Community Relations and Events Coordinator Sonja Mejlaender noted that although the City’s relationship with Nishiwaki started in 1969, and Cuautla’s started in 2001, the Renton Sister Cities Association was established as a non‐profit organization in 2011. She reviewed the organization’s goals and objectives, and introduced board members Jonna Lee‐Hough, Chris Johnson, and Rich Wagner. Ms. Lee‐Hough reviewed the City’s relationship with Cuautla, Mexico. She described Cuautla’s demographics, economic drivers, and noted that more than 300 Mexican restaurants in the Pacific Northwest are owned and/or operated by men and women who are from Cuautla. She also mentioned that Cuautla recently honored Renton by dedicating a room to the Renton‐ Cuautla Sister City program in their new community center, and named the room after long‐ time volunteer Andee Jorgenson. Mr. Johnson reviewed the City’s relationship with Nishiwaki, Japan. He described Nishiwaki’s demographics, economic drivers, and noted that this program has been in place for 49 years when members of the local Lions Club visited Nishiwaki in 1969. He also noted that Renton middle schools send delegations of students to Nishiwaki, and over 1,300 people have been involved in visits either to Nishiwaki or to Renton since 1969. Concluding, he reviewed activities a recent Nishiwaki delegation undertook this year, and noted that plans are under way for next year’s 50th anniversary. Mr. Wagner reiterated the Renton Sister Cities Association’s mission, explaining that the organization is dedicated to fostering understanding, appreciation and peaceful coexistence with our international neighbors. He encouraged all residents to join the association. Mayor Law thanked the volunteers for keeping the relationships between Renton and Cuautla and Nishiwaki strong October 8, 2018 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Administrative Officer Robert Harrison reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City’s recent progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2018 and beyond. Items noted were:  The grand opening celebration of the new Sartori Elementary School will take place Tuesday, October 9th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The new school is located at 332 Park Avenue North in Renton. Take a tour and enjoy some food and fun.  Volunteer with the City of Renton and help to beautify our parks for everyone to enjoy. Our Fall Green and Clean event will be Saturday, October 13th from 8:45 to 11:00 a.m. Register for this or other volunteer opportunities at rentonwa.gov.  Preventative street maintenance will continue to impact traffic and result in occasional street closures. AUDIENCE COMMENTS  Diane Dobson, Renton, invited residents to participate in a number of activities occurring in Downtown Renton on Saturday, October 13. She also noted that her father was a founding member of the Renton‐Nishiwaki Sister City Association, and reminisced about her time participating in the program as a child.  Wyman Dobson, Renton, stated that he was a founding member of the Renton‐ Nishiwaki Sister City Association. He provided historical information about the association, and encouraged everyone to participate in the program. CONSENT AGENDA Items listed on the Consent Agenda were adopted with one motion, following the listing. a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of October 1, 2018. Council Concur. b) AB ‐ 2245 City Clerk reported the results of the bid opening that occurred on October 2, 2018 for CAG‐18‐197, Kennydale Reservoir Site Access Utilities Relocation project; and submitted the staff recommendation to award the contract to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, Laser Underground & Earthworks, in the amount of $343,442. Council Concur. c) AB ‐ 2242 Human Resources / Risk Management Department recommended approval of a three‐year contract extension with Carl Warren & Company, in an amount not to exceed $50,000 per year ($150,000 over three years), for the purpose of Liability Third Party Administration services. Refer to Finance Committee. d) AB ‐ 2239 Transportation Systems Division recommended approval of General Maintenance Agreement GMB 1040, with the Washington State Department of Transportation, in order for the City to perform landscape maintenance at the SR 405 North Renton Interchange. The City's annual cost for landscaping maintenance of the area is $2,350. Refer to Transportation (Aviation) Committee. e) AB ‐ 2238 Utility Systems Division recommended approval of the Water Quality Grant Agreement WQC‐2019‐Renton‐00067, with the Department of Ecology, to accept $2,075,095 in grant funds for the NE 16th St/Jefferson Ave NE Stormwater Green Connections project. The City's match is $608,365. Refer to Utilities Committee. October 8, 2018 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES f) AB ‐ 2243 Utility Systems Division recommended approval of the 2019‐2020 proposed utility rates and fee increases. Refer to Utilities Committee. MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a) Planning & Development Committee Chair McIrvin stated that the City received official notice from King County regarding the proposed Parker Annexation. He reported that the 60% Direct Petition to Annex was found insufficient causing King County to de‐certify the petition. He noted that no Council action is required on this matter. b) Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to approve the following payments: 1. Accounts Payable – total payment of $4,403,500.00 for vouchers 92818, 93018, 368712‐ 368716, 368732‐368995; payroll benefit withholding vouchers 5895‐5904, 368717‐ 368731; and one wire transfer. 2. Payroll – total payment of $1,420,832.27 for payroll vouchers which includes 734 direct deposits and 10 checks (September 01‐15, 2018 pay period).3. Kidder Mathews – total payment of $56,964.42 for vouchers 5703‐5733. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED. c) Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to adjust the R2R Investments account in the amounts of $6,083.03 for the applicable water, sewer, and King County Metro portions of the bills in accordance with City Code 8‐4‐46 and 8‐5‐23. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED. d) Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to adjust the Henry Friedman account in the amount of $2,581.85 for the applicable water, sewer, and King County Metro portions of the bills in accordance with City Code 8‐4‐46 and 8‐5‐23. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED. e) Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to approve the Healthcare Management Administrator (HMA) and Envision Rx contract for 2019, with a revised fee schedule of a 3% increase for 2019. The contract covers administrative services for claims on the City’s self‐insured medical, dental and prescription plans. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED. f) Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to approve the Kaiser Permanente contract (formerly Group Health) for 2019, for active employees and LEOFF 1 retirees. The rates for active employees have decreased by 29% from 2018. Rates for retirees have remained unchanged from 2018. Funding has been provided in the 2019 budget. October 8, 2018 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED. g) Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to approve the Sunset Neighborhood Park Phase II Direct Appropriations Agreement with the State Department of Commerce to accept $3,000,000 in funding and commit a $1,150,000 grant match. Grant matches will be derived from Fund 316 (316.332043.020.594.76.63.000) in the amount of $975,000 and from a King County Youth and Amateur Sports Fund Grant in the amount of $175,000. The Committee further recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be presented for reading and adoption, the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Agreement with the Department of Commerce and the budget be adjusted to reflect the grant funding. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED. h) Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to enter into a Small Works Contract Agreement to provide playground equipment replacement to Teasdale Park, in the amount of $152,282.69, to Allplay Systems, LLC, and be funded from the Capital Improvement Fund (Fund 316).The Committee recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Agreement. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED. LEGISLATION Resolution: a) Resolution No. 4356: A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with Washington State Department of Commerce accepting a grant for the Sunset Neighborhood Park Project, Phase II. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED. Ordinance for second and final reading: b) Ordinance No. 5888: An ordinance was read amending subsections 4‐5‐060.A.2 and 4‐5‐ 070.C.3 of the Renton Municipal Code, by updating the Construction Administrative Code to apply to the 2017 National Electrical Code, updating the reference to the National Electrical Code in the Fire Code to be consistent with the Construction Administrative Code, and providing for severability and establishing an effective date. MOVED BY MCIRVIN, SECONDED BY PAVONE, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. NEW BUSINESS Please see the attached Council Committee Meeting Calendar ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. TIME: 7:51P.M. October 8, 2018 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Jason Seth, Recorder Monday, October 8, 2018 Council Committee Meeting Calendar October 8, 2018 October 11, 2018 Thursday 3:30 PM Utilities Committee, Chair Witschi – Council Conference Room 1. Franchise Utilities Joint Use Trench 2. NE 16 St/Jefferson Ave. Water Quality Grant 3. Utility Rates 4. Emerging Issues in Utilities 4:30 PM Planning & Development Committee, Chair McIrvin – Council Conference Room 1. Fire Code Amendments 2. Title IV Docket #13, Groups C & D 3. Safe and Healthy Housing 4. Emerging Issues in CED October 15, 2018 Monday 2:30 PM Transportation Committee, Chair Corman – Council Conference Room 1. Amendment to Bruce Leven Lease at the Airport 2. Williams Ave. Bridge – Seismic Retrofit and Painting Agreement 3. Houser Way Bridge - Seismic Retrofit and Painting Agreement 4. Bronson Way Bridge - Seismic Retrofit and Painting Agreement 5. Highlands to Landing Pedestrian Connection Project – Maintenance Agreement 6. Regional Transit Planning Discussion 7. Emerging Issues in Transportation CANCELLED Community Services Committee, Chair Pérez 4:00 PM Committee of the Whole, Chair Prince – Council Chambers 1. 2019-2020 Budget: Department Presentation and Council Deliberations - Public Works Department (cont’d) - Administrative Services Department - Community Services Department - City Attorney Department - Human Resources/Risk Management Department - Court - Police Department