HomeMy WebLinkAboutApproved Minutes 06-01-2020June 1, 2020 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF RENTON
MINUTES ‐ City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM ‐ Monday, June 1, 2020
Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pavone called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order at 7:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present:
Ruth Pérez, Council President
Randy Corman, Council Position No. 1
Angelina Benedetti, Council Position No. 2
Valerie O'Halloran, Council Position No. 3
Ryan McIrvin, Council Position No. 4
Ed Prince, Council Position No. 5
Kim‐Khánh Vǎn, Council Position No. 7
(all councilmembers attended remotely)
Councilmembers Absent:
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PRESENT
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Jason Seth, City Clerk
Julia Medzegian, Council Liaison
Preeti Shridhar, Deputy Public Affairs Administrator
Jan Hawn, Administrative Services Administrator
Ellen Bradley‐Mak, Human Resources and Risk Management Administrator
Martin Pastucha, Public Works Administrator
Kelly Beymer, Community Services Administrator
Leslie Clark, Senior Assistant City Attorney
Jennifer Henning, Planning Director
Jim Seitz, Transportation Systems Director
Ron Straka, Utility Systems Director
Angie Mathias, Long Range Planning Manager
Kristi Rowland, Organization Development Manager
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Paul Hintz, Senior Planner
Chief Ed VanValey, Police Department Administrator
Chief Rick Marshall, Renton Regional Fire Authority
(All City staff attended remotely except City Clerk Seth)
PROCLAMATION
a) LGBTQIA+ Pride Month ‐ June 2020: A proclamation by Mayor Pavone was read declaring
June 2020 to be LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in the City of Renton, encouraging all citizens to join
in this special observance and recognize the numerous contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals
in the City. Sara Palmer, Vice President of Renton LGBTQIA+ Community, accepted the
proclamation with appreciation.
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING
a) Moratorium on Large Residential Projects (150 or More in a Project) within the Sunset Area
and Related Fee Waivers: This being the date set, and proper notices having been posted and
published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Pavone opened the public hearing
to consider the Moratorium on Large Residential Projects (150 or More in a Project) within
the Sunset Area and Related Fee Waivers.
Senior Planner Paul Hintz introduced himself to Council and noted his contact information for
the public. He explained that Council adopted Ordinance No. 5967 on April 6, 2020 which
established an emergency moratorium on the acceptance of Large Residential Project (greater
than 150 units) in the Sunset Area and fee waivers for Large Residential Projects. Mr. Hintz
reported that State law requires a public hearing be held to consider the matter within 60
days of declaring the moratorium. Mr. Hintz also explained that Ordinance No. 5967 will
sunset on October 6, 2020 unless lifted sooner by Council or extended pursuant to State law.
Mr. Hintz noted the following citations in Ordinance No. 5967:
1) The potentially substantial impacts that Large Residential Projects may have as they
exceed the scope and scale of typical projects;
2) The existing “modifications” docket item that would allow City planners to better
ensure modifications to approved site plans mitigate negative impacts, where
necessary, and ensure consistency with the RMC (Renton Municipal Code);
3) The significant investments in the Sunset Area, as well as the need for affordable and
market‐rate housing;
4) The need to review best practices that support housing opportunities for a wide‐
range of incomes; and
5) The need to assess the impacts of waiving fees for Large Residential Projects.
Concluding, Mr. Hintz noted that the purpose of tonight’s public hearing was to accept any
public testimony regarding Ordinance No. 5967. He then reviewed the upcoming calendar for
this issue, noting that the Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on docket items
D‐169: Site Plan Review (aka “modifications”), D‐173: Waived Fees, and D‐174: Mixed‐Income
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Housing in the CV zone on June 3, 2020, with deliberations and a recommendation scheduled
for the Planning & Development Committee on June 17, 2020, and then the Planning &
Development Committee will deliberate and prepare a recommendation for the full Council
by June 22, 2020.
Mayor Pavone opened the floor for public comments.
David Ratliff, Bellevue, Vice‐President for DevCo, stated that his organization is a for‐profit
affordable and market‐rate housing developer based in Bellevue, Washington. Mr. Ratliff
described DevCo’s experience as a regional developer, noting that the company continues to
own every property it has built in the Puget Sound region. He also noted that the company’s
affordable‐housing units do not rely on public funds outside of the federal low‐income
housing tax credit program. Mr. Ratliff emphasized that DevCo is excited and ready to work
with Renton to build more housing, advance the City’s housing and community development
goals, and to build a project that generates pride and excitement in the Sunset Area.
Continuing, Mr. Ratliff remarked that DevCo had shared its development plans and solicited
the City’s input, noting that the City had approved their Solera Master Plan which is the basis
for their project in the Sunset Area. He shared that DevCo had made changes requested by
the City in regards to mixed‐income development. However, he noted that he was surprised
and disappointed to learn the City had adopted this moratorium without notice and was
preparing to adopt new land use regulations that directly affect the Solera project. Mr. Ratliff
stated that his team has incurred legal expenses because they had to file an appeal. He
concluded that regardless of the City’s moratorium, DevCo is committed to working with the
City for this project. He invited the Mayor and Council to visit the Solera site in the Sunset
neighborhood.
There being no further public comments or deliberations, it was
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY PRINCE, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
b) Soliciting Public Input for the 2021/2022 Biennial Budget: This being the date set, and proper
notices having been posted and published in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor
Pavone opened the public hearing to consider public input for the 2021/2022 Biennial Budget.
Administrative Services Administrator Jan Hawn informed Council that this is the first of three
public hearings regarding the 2021/2022 Biennial Budget and the setting of the annual
Property Tax levy. She indicated that the second public hearing on this budget cycle is
scheduled for October and the final public hearing is scheduled for November. Ms. Hawn
remarked that this first public hearing is an opportunity for residents and stakeholders to
provide input prior to the development of the 2021/2022 Biennial Budget.
Mayor Pavone invited public comment. There being no public comments or further
deliberations, it was
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY O'HALLORAN, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC
HEARING. CARRIED.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
City Clerk Jason Seth reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City’s recent
progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2020 and
beyond. Items noted were:
The Renton Community is invited to help choose the new play equipment for the
Coulon Park Playground. A survey showing images of the two options will be shared
on the city’s social media channels, website, and the Our Renton Weekly newsletter
to gather community input. The survey will launch June 2 and will be available for two
weeks. As part of the 2019‐2021 state budget process, the City of Renton was
awarded a direct legislative appropriation grant for the full cost of the play equipment
replacement. Construction is anticipated for this coming fall/winter.
The Renton Farmers Market will open for its 19th season on Tuesday, June 2. This
year’s theme is “Food is Essential.” While COVID‐19 won’t allow us to have the same
market as past years, you will still find the freshest Washington‐grown produce and
flowers from your favorite vendors. This year’s market has been designed as a quick
in‐and‐out destination for essential food shopping while following the COVID‐19
regulations established by Public Health – Seattle & King County (PHSKC). You’ll enter
and exit the market through separate designated areas. Market staff will monitor the
number of shoppers inside to ensure proper social distancing. We’re asking, if
possible, that you consider sending only one shopper to the market and come with a
list. This will allow a maximum number of people to enjoy the market. Shoppers will
also be asked to wear face coverings to adhere to the PHSKC directive that took effect
earlier this month. These steps are vital to help ensure the market remains safe for
everyone. Please look for the signs and if you have questions, market staff will be
happy to help. The market will be held every Tuesday through September 29 from 3
to 7 p.m. in Gateway Park, just west of its usual Piazza Park location. Free two‐hour
parking is available in the nearby City Center Garage and the Renton Transit Center is
one block away.
Preventative street maintenance will continue to impact traffic and result in
occasional street closures.
AUDIENCE COMMENTS
City Clerk Seth had forwarded emails from Tonya Sjolin, Lois Simundson, Linda
Nguyen, Dr. Linda Smith, and Winter Cashman‐Crane to the Council and
Administration prior to the start of the meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed on the Consent Agenda were adopted with one motion, following the listing.
a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of May 18, 2020. Council Concur.
b) Approval of Committee of the Whole Meeting minutes of May 18, 2020. Council Concur.
c) AB ‐ 2650 Community & Economic Development Department recommended adopting an
ordinance authorizing collection of existing sales and use tax as authorized by SHB 1406, to be
used for affordable housing purposes. Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
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d) AB ‐ 2653 Community Services Department recommended waiving $14,400 in parking garage
fees for the 2020 Farmers Market volunteers. Refer to Finance Committee.
e) AB ‐ 2654 Executive Department recommended authorizing execution of the 2020 National
League of Cities (NLC) Census Grant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Renton
Regional Community Foundation as the fiscal agent, in order to accept $15,000 in grant funds
for Census 2020 work. Council Concur.
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR TO APPROVE THE
CONSENT AGENDA, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a) Finance Committee Chair Prince presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to
approve the following payments:
1. Accounts Payable – total payment of $4,808,297.66 for vouchers, 382920‐384042,
384050‐384051, 384054‐384233, 3445441 payroll benefit withholding vouchers
6274‐6283, 384043‐384049, 384052‐384053 and one wire transfer.
2. Payroll – total payment of $1,464,466.57 for payroll vouchers that include 580 direct
deposits (04/16/20‐04/30/20 pay period).
3. Kidder Mathews vouchers 6107‐6128 totaling $41,597.31.
4. Municipal Court vouchers 017652‐017663 totaling $4,290.00.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY VǍN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
b) Finance Committee Chair Prince presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to
execute the Water Quality Grant Agreement WQC‐2020‐Renton‐00214 with the Department of
Ecology to accept $277,500 in grant funds for the Burnett Avenue South and Williams Avenue
South Water Quality Retrofit Project.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY VǍN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
LEGISLATION
Added Ordinance:
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL SUSPEND THE RULES AND
ADD AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE TO THE AGENDA. CARRIED.
a) Ordinance No. 5971: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, declaring and
establishing a public emergency; imposing penalties for violations of orders issued by the
Mayor in a civil emergency; providing for severability; and establishing an immediate effective
date.
Following first reading, it was
MOVED BY VǍN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL AMEND THE
SUNSET/EXPIRATION DATE OF THE ORDINANCE FROM OCTOBER 31, 2020 TO
AUGUST 31, 2020. CARRIED.
Following second and final reading, it was
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MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY O'HALLORAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS AMENDED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
Resolution:
b) Resolution No. 4409: A resolution was read authorizing the submission of an application for
grant funding assistance for Land and Water Conservation Fund (“LWCF”) projects to the
Recreation and Conservation Funding Board as approved in Title 54, U.S.C. Section 200305,
79a.25 RCW, WAC 286 and other applicable authorities for the Gene Coulon Memorial Beach
Park Trestle Bridge Replacement Project.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION
AS READ. CARRIED.
Ordinance for first reading and advancement to second and final reading:
c) Ordinance No. 5970: An ordinance was read establishing a voluntary separation incentive
program, providing for severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY PÉREZ, SECONDED BY O'HALLORAN, COUNCIL ADVANCE THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING AT TONIGHT'S MEETING.
CARRIED.
Following second and final reading, it was
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Please see the attached Council Committee Meeting Calendar.
Councilmember Van remarked that Council should adopt a resolution committed to ending
structural racism and achieving racial equity. She noted that the City of Evanston, Illinois had
adopted something similar, therefore it was
MOVED BY VǍN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL REFER THE MATTER OF
DRAFTING A RESOLUTION TO COMMIT TO ENDING STRUCTURAL RACISM AND
ACHIEVING RACIAL EQUITY TO THE ADMINISTRATION TO BE BROUGHT BACK TO
THE COUNCIL AT ITS JUNE 15, 2020 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING.**
A motion to amend this motion by referring the issue to the Public Safety
Committee was proposed and later rescinded after deliberations by Council.
**MOTION CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION & ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY PEREZ, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR
APPROXIMATELY 45 MINUTES TO DISCUSS WITH LEGAL COUNSEL MATTERS RELATED TO
CITY ENFORCEMENT ACTION AND POTENTIAL LITIGATION PURSUANT TO RCW
42.30.110(1)(i), WITH NO OFFICIAL ACTION TO BE TAKEN AND THAT THE COUNCIL MEETING
BE ADJOURNED WHEN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION IS ADJOURNED. CARRIED. TIME: 7:58 P.M.
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Executive Session was conducted and no action was taken. The Council Meeting adjourned
when the executive session adjourned. Time: 8:39 P.M.
Jason A. Seth, MMC, City Clerk
Jason Seth, Recorder
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Council Committee Meeting Calendar
June 1, 2020
June 8, 2020 Monday
3:30 PM Finance Committee, Chair Prince – Videoconference
1. Vouchers
2. Penney Lofts Sign Variance Fee Waiver Request
3. Farmers Market Fee Waiver Request
4:30 PM Planning & Development Committee, Chair Corman – Videoconference
1. 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
2. State Sales Tax Credit for Affordable Housing
3. Docket #14
4. Docket #15
5. Emerging Issues in CED
5:45 PM Committee of the Whole, Chair Pérez – Videoconference
1. Cedar Hills Landfill Support Services Facilities Update
7:00 PM City Council Meeting - Videoconference