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2017-2018 Proposed Budget
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Provide a safe,
healthy, vibrant
community
Promote safety, health,
and security through
effective communication
and service delivery
Facilitate successful
neighborhoods through
community involvement
Encourage and partner
in the development of
quality housing choices
for people of all ages and
income levels
Promote a walkable,
pedestrian and bicycle-
friendly city with complete
streets, trails, and
connections between
neighborhoods and
community focal points
Provide opportunities
for communities to be
better prepared for
emergencies
Promote economic
vitality and strategically
position Renton for
the future
Promote Renton as the
progressive, opportunity-
rich city in the Puget
Sound region
Capitalize on
opportunities through
bold and creative
economic development
strategies
Recruit and retain
businesses to ensure
a dynamic, diversified
employment base
Nurture
entrepreneurship
and foster successful
partnerships with
businesses and
community leaders
Leverage public/
private resources to
focus development
on economic centers
Support planned
growth and influence
decisions that impact
the city
Foster development
of vibrant, sustainable,
attractive, mixed-use
neighborhoods in urban
centers
Uphold a high standard
of design and property
maintenance
Advocate Renton’s
interests through state and
federal lobbying efforts,
regional partnerships and
other organizations
Pursue transportation
and other regional
improvements and services
that improve quality of life
Balance development
with environmental
protection
Building an inclusive
informed city with
opportunities for all
Improve access to city
services and programs
and make residents
and businesses aware
of opportunities to
be involved with their
community
Build connections with
ALL communities that
reflect the breadth and
richness of the diversity
in our city
Promote understanding
and appreciation of
our diversity through
celebrations and festivals
Provide critical and
relevant information on a
timely basis and facilitate
two-way dialogue between
city government and the
community
Encourage volunteerism,
participation and civic
engagement
Meet service demands
and provide high
quality customer
service
Plan, develop, and
maintain quality services,
infrastructure, and
amenities
Prioritize services
at levels that can be
sustained by revenue
Retain a skilled
workforce by making
Renton the municipal
employer of choice
Develop and maintain
collaborative partnerships
and investment strategies
that improve services
Respond to growing
service demands through
partnerships, innovation,
and outcome management
Renton Business Plan
2017–2022 GOALS
The City of Renton, in partnership and communication with
residents, businesses, and schools, is dedicated to:MISSION
Providing a safe, healthy, welcoming atmosphere where people choose to live
Promoting economic vitality and strategically positioning Renton
for the future
Supporting planned growth and influencing decisions that impact the city
Building an inclusive informed city with opportunities for all
Meeting service demands through high quality customer service, innovation,
a positive work environment, and a commitment to excellence
Renton: The center
of opportunity in
the Puget Sound
Region where
families and
businesses thrive
VISION
RENTON. AHEAD OF THE CURVE.
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Boards, Commissions, and Committees Location Day Time
AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMITTEE Meetings scheduled as needed
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 1st Flr. HR Training. Rm. 4th Tuesday 4:30 p.m.
CUAUTLA SISTER CITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Meetings scheduled as needed
FIREMEN’S PENSION BOARD 7th Flr. Mayor’s Conf. Rm. 3rd Thursday 2:00 p.m.
HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE 7th Flr. Council Conf.Rm. 3rd Tuesday 3 p.m.
INDEPENDENT SALARY COMMISSION Meetings scheduled as needed
LEOFF BOARD 1st Flr. HR Conf. Rm. 4th Tuesday 8 a.m.
LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD 7th Flr. Council Conf.Rm. 3rd Wednesday 5:30 p.m.
MUNICIPAL ARTS COMMISSION 7th Flr. Conf. Center. 1st Tuesday 4:30 p.m.
NISHIWAKI SISTER CITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Meetings scheduled as needed
NON‐MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE Meetings scheduled as needed
PARKS COMMISSION Locations vary 2nd Tuesday 4:30 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION Council Chambers 2nd and 4th
Wednesdays
6 p.m.
RENTON HOUSING AUTHORITY 2900 NE 10th St. 2nd Monday 9 a.m.
SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE Senior Activity Center 1st and 3rd Mondays 10 a.m.
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Mayor Denis Law Judge Terry Jurado
Serving as Mayor since 2008 Serving since 1998
City Council 2004 ‐ 2007
Renton City Council
Don Persson Ed Prince Randy Corman Ruth Pérez
Serving since 2000 Serving since 2012 Serving since 1994 Serving since 2014
Carol Ann Witschi Ryan McIrvin Armondo Pavone
Serving since 2016 Serving since 2016 Serving since 2014
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The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA)
presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to City of Renton, Washington for its
biennial budget for the biennium beginning January 1, 2015. In order to receive this award, a
governmental unit must publish a budget document that meets program criteria as a policy
document, as a financial plan, as an operations guide, and as a communications device. This
award is valid for a period of two years only. We believe our current budget continues to
conform to program requirements, and we are submitting it to GFOA to determine its eligibility
for another award.
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Table of Contents
Page
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Budget Message from the Mayor 1‐1
2017/2018 Budget Highlights 1‐11
Budget at a Glance 1‐23
Long Range Plan 1‐33
Financial Management Policies 1‐55
RENTON RESULTS
Budget Framework 2‐1
Renton Results Overview 2‐5
Renton Results Key Performance Indicators 2‐7
2010‐2018 Resource Allocation by City Service Area 2‐8
Safety and Health ‐ Programs, Resources and Results 2‐9
Representative Government ‐ Programs, Resources and Results 2‐14
Livable Community ‐ Programs, Resources and Results 2‐18
Mobility ‐ Programs, Resources and Results 2‐23
Utilities and Environment ‐ Programs, Resources and Results 2‐26
Internal Services ‐ Programs, Resources and Results 2‐31
Revenue, Expenditure and Capital Budgets by City Service Area 2‐37
Reconciliation to Total Budget 2‐44
BUDGET BY DEPARTMENT
Legislative 3‐1
Executive 3‐7
City Attorney 3‐21
Court Services 3‐25
Administrative Services (AS) 3‐29
Community and Economic Development (CED) 3‐39
Community Services 3‐55
Fire and Emergency Services 3‐83
Human Resources and Risk Management (HR&RM) 3‐85
Other City Services 3‐93
Police 3‐95
Public Works (PW) 3‐109
DEBT MANAGEMENT
Overview 4‐1
Outstanding Debt 4‐2
Computation of Limitation of Indebtness & Debt Service to Maturity by Funding Sources 4‐3
Debt Service Coverage Ratio 4‐4
General Obligation Debt 4‐5
Waterworks Debt 4‐7
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CAPITAL INVESTMENT PROGRAM
City Wide Narrative 5‐1
City Wide Summary 5‐5
General Government 5‐7
Internal Service Funds 5‐49
Transportation 5‐55
Airport 5‐93
Golf Course 5‐107
Water 5‐115
Wastewater 5‐135
Surface Water 5‐149
BUDGET BY FUND
Summary All Funds 6‐1
General Governmental 6‐11
Special Revenue 6‐12
Capital Investment Program 6‐18
Enterprise 6‐26
Internal Service 6‐33
Investment Trust 6‐40
APPENDIX
General Information 7‐1
Largest Taxpayers/Principal Employers 7‐4
Full‐Time Employee Staffing 7‐5
Comparison of Taxes and Rates 7‐6
Index of Positions and Pay Ranges (2016, Police still under development) 7‐7
Rates and Fees Schedule 7‐18
Budget Glossary 7‐39
Adopted Legislations (Budget, Taxes, Fees, and etc) Not shown for Proposed Budget 7‐48
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Readers Guide to the Budget
The following Reader's Guide lists each major section of this document in the order that it appears and provides
a brief description of what you will find in that section. Please refer to the Table of Contents for specific section
locations and content details.
Section 1: Executive Summary
The Introduction presents the Mayor’s budget message. His letter articulates City initiatives and issues for the
2017/2018 Biennial Budget. Following this are the 2017/2018 Budget Highlights, Budget at a Glance, Long
Range Plan, and Financial Management Policies. Included in the Executive Summary section is a condensed view
of the budget, covering everything from a summary of the budget process to summaries for fund types,
department expenditures and employment history, and revenue sources and levels.
Section 2: Renton Results
In this section we present the City of Renton’s performance management initiative originated in 2007 to clearly
illustrate the services provided by the City of Renton, the resources needed to provide these services, and the
results of the service efforts to facilitate policy decisions and provide accountability to the community.
Section 3: Budget by Department
In this section we present budget information organized by department and division. Each department, and
each division within that department, presents its mission statement, expenditure budget, staffing levels, and
funding decisions.
Section 4: Debt Management
An extensive overview of Renton’s debt program is presented here. This includes financial data on debt
limitations, property tax rates and revenues, long‐term debt service requirements, and a schedule of the City’s
overall outstanding debt.
Section 5: Capital Investment Program (CIP)
This project listing provides a summary of the six‐year CIP plan. We list projects by activity and by managing
department.
Section 6: Budget by Fund
This section gives a display for each fund’s revenue, expenditures, and fund balance that compares current
program levels with those of past years.
Section 7: Appendix
In this appendix, we provide selected demographics, economic statistics, an index of salaries and pay ranges,
and some general information about the City of Renton. We have also included here a glossary of commonly
used budget terms.
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1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Budget Message from the Mayor
1‐1
2017/2018 Budget Highlights
1‐11
Budget at a Glance
1‐23
Long Range Plan
1‐33
Financial Management Policies
1‐55
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
Jan Hawn, Administrator
425‐430‐6858
RENTON CITIZENS
MAYOR
Denis Law
425‐430‐6500
MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE
Terry Jurado
425‐430‐6550
CITY COUNCIL
Randy Corman (President), Ryan
McIrvin, Armondo Pavone, Ruth
Pérez, Don Persson, Ed Prince and
Carol Ann Witschi
425‐430‐6500
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVEOFFICER
Jay Covington
425‐430‐6500
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Kelly Beymer, Administrator
425‐430‐6600
PUBLIC WORKS
Gregg Zimmerman, Administrator
425‐430‐7394
EXECUTIVE
COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
Chip Vincent, Administrator
425‐430‐6580
POLICE
Kevin Milosevich, Chief
425‐430‐7503
HUMAN RESOURCES & RISK
MANAGEMENT
Ellen Bradley‐Mak, Administrator
425‐430‐7650
Facilities
Michael Kirk, Director
Renton History Museum
Elizabeth Stewart, Manager
Neighborhoods, Resources,
and Events
Vacant, Manager
Maintenance Services
Michael Stenhouse, Director
Utility Systems
Lys Hornsby, Director
Transportation Systems
Jim Seitz, Director
Economic Development
Cliff Long,Director
Development Services
Craig Burnell, Building Official
Current Planning
Jennifer Henning, Director
Mayor's Office
City Clerk / Cable Manager
Jason Seth, City Clerk
Communications
Preeti Shridhar, Deputy Public
Affairs Administrator
Support Operations Bureau
Ed VanValey, Deputy Chief
Field Operations Bureau
Ed VanValey, Deputy Chief
Human Resources
Kim Gilman, Manager
Risk Management
Gary Lamb, Manager
Benefits
Maria Boggs, Manager
Finance
Jamie Thomas, Director
Information Technology
Mehdi Sadri, Director
Staff Services
Special Operations
Investigations
Administrative
Services
Patrol Services
Patrol Operations
CITY ATTORNEY
Larry Warren, Administrator
425‐255‐8678
Parks & Golf Course
Cailin Hunsaker, Director
Human Services
Karen Bergsvik, Manager
Parks Planning & Natural
Resources
Leslie Betlach, Director
Recreation
Maryjane Van Cleave, Director Emergency Management
Deborah Needham, Director
Long Range Planning
Angie Mathias, Manager
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BUDGET MESSAGE
Denis Law
I appreciate the opportunity to present to you our proposed biennial budget for
2017-2018. This evening I will provide you with a summary of what we are
proposing for the next two years. Our finance administrator, Jan Hawn, will follow
with an overview of the budget, including updated revenue estimates for 2017-
2018, and an update on our long-range financial projections.
Over the next couple weeks, specific budget proposals for each division will be
presented to you by each of the department administrators. This will be an
opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have or to discuss any
recommended changes.
First, I want to thank Jan Hawn and her staff for all the work they put into
preparing this budget proposal. I also want to thank department administrators
and their respective staff members who worked on this budget.
The financial health of our city remains strong. We continue to improve the level
of service we’re providing to our residents and business community, and we are
experiencing significant investment in our city as the region continues to rebound
from the great recession.
Sales tax, which represents a large sector of income that supports city operations,
has continued to grow, but a lot of this is associated with new development and is
one-time money that won’t sustain growing expenses. That, coupled with the 1%
limitation on property tax, continues to create a challenge for cities and counties
to keep up with service levels.
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We’re hearing predictions of significant budget shortfalls in Seattle, King County,
Snohomish County and other surrounding cities. Seattle has instituted nine voter-
approved property tax increases over the past five years to pay for fire stations,
parks, roads and other basic services.
While we’re not proposing cuts in services in this budget, we will be facing
financial challenges in future years. Cost increases in labor and healthcare, and
the loss of the sales-tax credit in 2019 from the Cascade/Benson annexation will
need to be addressed.
We have remained financially strong by managing our growth at a level we can
afford, particularly in staffing. In the last budget cycle, we did have to impose a
Business and Occupation tax to help offset increases in operational costs. Most
surrounding jurisdictions have had this tax in place for many years.
Before launching into the specifics of this budget proposal, I would like to recap
some highlights of the past two years.
In addressing the goals and objectives of the Council’s Business Plan, we
established some specific tasks to ensure that we were making measurable
progress in priority areas that you have supported. We developed specific goals
associated with our five priority areas:
1. Economic Development
2. Inclusion/Diversity Initiative
3. Police Effectiveness/Community Relations
4. Workforce Culture, Competence, Customer Service
5. Quality of Life Initiative
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We have experienced a lot of success in our economic development efforts. We
currently have over $2.2 billion dollars of private investment being made in
Renton. This includes three new hotels, several office complexes, downtown
development and major expansions such as IKEA and Valley Medical Center.
This economic boom has resulted in hundreds of new jobs for Renton. And we’re
seeing significant growth in the healthcare sector. Group Health is building a half
million square feet of offices in the valley, and Providence Health Systems
continues to expand. Valley Medical Center is planning a major expansion on its
campus starting next year with a $38 million, multi-story parking garage to serve a
new medical office building. And Boeing continues to increase its production
levels.
We’re really excited about the new investments being made in our downtown
and the Sunset Improvement Area. It’s pretty impressive when you look at the full
list of projects under way in Renton.
All of this growth equates into a lot more work at City Hall. Our planning staff has
processed over 13,000 permits over the past two years. Our inspectors are
averaging over 400 inspections each week. And our population has grown to
101,340 people.
Our staff has absorbed much of this growth with only a few positions refilled over
the past couple years. The workload is now at a point where our service levels are
being impacted. This budget proposal adds some positions to meet the current
level of demand that has remained consistent now for a couple years.
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Public Works employees are often the unsung heroes of any city. The work they
do is crucial but often goes unnoticed.
Our public works employees have been working tirelessly to rehabilitate miles of
sewer lines, replace water mains, and complete the conversion of over 18,000
City water meters to an advanced metering system with leak detection
capabilities. This metering system has saved our property owners thousands of
dollars by early detection of water leaks.
We have completed several key transportation projects and street improvements
including construction of Logan Avenue North, Duvall Avenue Overlay, SW 27th
Street and Strander Boulevard Extension, and several projects at the airport. We
just completed dredging the Cedar River, removing 120,000 cubic yards of gravel
and sediments from a 1.25-mile stretch of the river.
As you know, we continue to make great progress in meeting our goals of being
an inclusive community with opportunities for all. I’m so pleased with the efforts
of our Inclusion Task Force, which has played a huge role in helping us improve
communications, services and programs that we provide to our diverse
community. Internal training to address implicit bias and institutional racism
continues for all employees. Ongoing programs by police, in partnership with our
African American Pastoral Group, continue to build positive relationships between
law enforcement and our community. Our first Multicultural Festival this past
weekend was a huge success.
In preparation for this budget process, I convened the Mayor’s Budget Advisory
Group again to meet with each department to review our services, our successes
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and our challenges, and to provide guidance on priorities for the city as we move
forward.
This group was comprised of local residents, business owners, and community
leaders. They met over a period of several weeks with every department head
and our finance department. This budget reflects several key priorities and
suggestions for cost savings that were recommended by the advisory group. I’d
like to thank them for their invaluable input that has helped shape this current
budget.
Public Safety continues to be one of our highest priorities. We have developed a
culture within our police department that is committed to finding creative ways
to reduce crime, while also making it a priority to improve the sense of safety
throughout our city. We have made great progress, but there is a lot more to do.
The largest increase in this budget proposal is in added police positions, to help us
meet and sustain the goals we have in creating a safe community. Our police
leadership team will present these proposals to you in detail in upcoming budget
meetings.
In the priority area of workforce culture and customer service, we have made
tremendous progress. Day after day, we receive feedback from our residents for
the quality interaction they have had with city employees. We continue to
emphasize the importance of improving our management techniques and training
to increase productivity, reduce costs and focus on job satisfaction for our
dedicated employees.
Improving and nurturing a quality of life in our community drives everything we
do. Departments work together to find solutions to ongoing issues, from code
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enforcement to impacts from homelessness. Our employees are committed to
providing quality service to our customers – the tax payers of this city.
Maintaining a focus on efficiency and innovation has allowed us to provide levels
of service that our residents deserve, while also operating within our financial
means.
The balanced budget I’m presenting to you this evening for 2017 and 2018, has
expenditures of $476 million. $196 million of this amount is the General
Government fund used for police, parks, street repair, and other city services.
This is a decrease of 5.3% in overall revenue and a 2.0% decrease in expenditures
compared with the 2015-16 adopted budget.
The primary reason for the decrease in both revenues and expenditures is due to
the formation of the Regional Fire Authority (RFA), which voters approved in April.
Revenues will decrease in 2017 due to the fact that the City of Renton will lower its
property tax rate by $1.00 per $1,000 assessed value in 2017, resulting in a
reduction of $12.5 million in tax and an additional reduction of $5.5 million in 2018.
Together, these two changes result in an approximate $18 million lower property
tax levy. In addition, $5.8 million in revenue previously collected by the City for fire
service contracts will be paid to the RFA.
It’s important to note that while residents and businesses will experience a
reduction in property tax that goes to the city, they are not going to be paying less
each year. The property tax will still be collected by the Regional Fire Authority,
which became an independent taxing authority.
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The proposed 2017-18 budget does not contain any citywide cuts. The focus of the
proposed budget is to stabilize and maintain core City services at a level that is
expected by our residents and businesses, and will position Renton for the future.
I mentioned briefly about our priority in public safety. This budget recommends
adding two detectives to the Investigations Division to enable us to pursue and
prosecute individuals involved in many misdemeanor crimes, the types of crimes
that play a big role in creating a feeling of vulnerability throughout the
community. We know that a small number of thieves are responsible for a
tremendous amount of the crime that occurs, and we want to get them off our
streets.
We are also requesting several positions in administrative services and our police
specialist area to help us stay on top of our recruitment and hiring needs, as well
as the increased workload of processing reports that will assist with the
identification and prosecution process. We’re also requesting another accident
investigator to assist the only investigator we have to address a growing number
of vehicle-related criminal cases, from hit-and-run accidents to vehicular assaults
and homicides.
We have applied for a COPS grant from the Department of Justice, which would
offset the cost of the five commissioned positions.
I want to mention just a few of the budget highlights:
We have added funding to our Inclusion Program for the dedicated
services of an expert consultant, who will assist with the continued
emphasis and success of our program. For the past couple years, we
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have funded the services we receive from Benita Horn from salary
savings we had in the executive budget. Benita’s efforts have been
invaluable to this organization in helping us achieve the formidable goals
we have in addressing inclusion and diversity. This budget item
formalizes the commitment to continue with these efforts.
Despite the improved economy, we continue to experience a growing
number of people who are struggling to survive. Homelessness is at an
epidemic level and the need for help is well beyond the existing
resources that are pledged. In addition to funding requests from the
Human Services Advisory Committee, I’m proposing that we add an
additional $24,000 per year to fund several proven programs that the
Committee was unable to include within the budget constraint.
To address the significant growth in development projects that I
mentioned earlier, this budget proposal includes adding an
administrative secretary, a plan reviewer and a construction inspector to
Community and Economic Development.
It won’t surprise you that more and more of our customers are using
bank cards to pay for city fees and services. This budget reflects a
expense item of $254,000 per year to cover the actual costs from bank
fees and merchant services. We plan to recoup these costs with minor
fee adjustments.
This budget plans for some of our critical maintenance and capital
projects. Renton has been very fortunate over the past several years in
obtaining state grants for major roadway improvement projects. And we
have been able to meet the required financial match from our
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transportation budget. Some areas of improvement include the Rainier
Avenue North corridor; Main Ave S. reconstruction and conversion to
two-way traffic; improvements to Duvall Ave NE from NE 4th St to
Sunset Blvd NE; and Park Ave N Extension; as well as some other Public
Works projects.
As you know, Renton’s parks and trail system continue to receive praise from our
residents and visitors from around the region. We have great natural resources,
amazing parks and trails, year-round events, and a vibrant Farmers Market. Our
recreation programs are among the best in the region and offer a diverse range of
activities.
The recreation class registration management system we currently use
will not be available after next year. Since this is a core service provided
by our Recreation Division, the budget includes staff resources for the
implementation and ongoing support for a new system.
Arts and culture contribute to the development of creative learning and
build healthy and beautiful communities. This budget includes $50,000
in 2017 for the arts, as well as a commitment for funding from city-
capital improvement projects. In the future, we hope to work with our
community on a “quality-of-life” initiative and make additional
investments in arts and culture in our community.
The budget also includes staffing and resources for maintenance and
improvement for several of our parks and facilities. Some examples
include repairs and maintenance at Gene Coulon Park, expansion of Ron
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Regis Park athletic fields, improvements at the Senior Center, downtown
way-finding, transportation landscape improvements and a Piazza Park
Master Plan and possible redevelopment.
In closing, I’m pleased to report that our city remains financially healthy.
The quality of service to our residents continues to improve, which is
confirmed by the positive feedback we receive from our community nearly
every day.
Like every large city, we have plenty of challenges before us. We also have
great opportunities.
Our department administrators and employees are embracing the goal of
being the best city in King County. We are committed to make it safer,
more inclusive to meet our diverse population, and more aware and
sensitive to the needs of our vulnerable population.
Growth is inevitable. However, we have the opportunity to direct this
growth in a way that builds and nurtures a quality community for
generations to come.
We turned 115 years old this past July, and the city has never been better
than it is today.
Thank you.
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City of Renton
2017‐2018 Budget Highlights
Budget Overview
The total proposed 2017‐18 budget has revenue of $461.5 million and
a total expenditure of $476.0 million. This is a decrease of 5.3% in
overall revenue and a 2.0% decrease in expenditures when compared
with the 2015‐16 adopted budget.
The primary reason for the decrease in both revenues and expenditures
is due to the formation of the Regional Fire Authority (RFA). Revenues
will decrease in 2017 due to the fact that the City of Renton will lower
its property tax rate by $1.00 per $1,000 assessed value in 2017 and an
additional $5.5 million in 2018. Together, these two changes result in
an approximate $28.6 million lower property tax levy. In addition, $5.8
million in revenue previously collected by the City for fire service
contracts will be paid to the RFA. Growth in other revenues (for
example, sales tax) somewhat offsets the reduction in property taxes
and fire service contracts. The RFA will pay the City approximately $2.4
million per year for internal service costs, such as information
technology, facilities and ground maintenance, and fleet maintenance.
The net reduction in revenues overall is $26.0 million.
Expenditures are also lower as a result of the formation of the RFA. As
of July 1, 2016 with the formation of the RFA, all personnel and
maintenance costs are expenses of the RFA. The overall reduction is
approximately $26.9 million per year for the Fire Department. The net
reduction for the Fire Department is 159 positions who will work for the
RFA. In addition, there is a significant reduction in the City’s Healthcare
Fund resulting from 159 fewer participants.
Expenditure and position reductions related to the formation of the RFA
are somewhat offset by an increase in positions to reinstate some
position reductions taken as a result of the Great Recession. The
proposed budget includes significant capital improvements totaling $16
million in the General Government Capital Improvement Fund
(including the construction of Fire Station 15), $16 million in the
Transportation Capital Improvement Fund, $4.9 million in Airport
capital, $433k in Golf Course capital, $42.1 million in the Utilities Funds
capital, and $8.6 million in Internal Service Fund capital.
Projected Budget Gap
The proposed budget reflects an increase of $4.7 million in 2018 in the
City’s General Fund which has not been programmed intentionally due
to the impending loss of annexation sales tax in mid‐2018 and the fact
that the City’s costs grow faster than the pace at which revenues grow.
With the loss of annexation sales tax and an inflationary adjustment for
future wages and projected employee medical benefit cost increases, a
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gap will occur in 2019 and continue to grow larger beyond the current
biennium. The ongoing gap requires long term, sustainable solutions.
Past Budget
Additions/Reductions:
Reductions
2008: $5M midyear savings
2009: $6M/33 positions &
$4M cuts midyear
2010: $6M/50.2 positions
2011‐12: $4M/4.5 positions
2013‐14: $7.7 M/25 positions
Additions
2015‐16: $3.2M/21 positions
Since 2008, the City’s General Fund has reduced its regular and seasonal
staffing by a total of 112.7, and has saved a cumulative $32.7 million
during the past six years. Some of these changes were one‐year
savings, but nearly $15 million were long‐term structural adjustments
which included scaling services back or totally eliminating certain
services. These structural changes made over the past three budget
cycles required many hard choices; therefore it has become increasingly
challenging to identify additional budget cuts and to think about the
potential impacts on the community. Beginning with the 2015‐2016
adopted budget, the City began reinstating some of the positions
previously cut in order to ensure acceptable service levels.
Staff discussed the outlook and options with the City Council in
February and confirmed again in April and June that the proposed
budget will include new, sustainable revenue proposals instead of
additional budget reductions.
The 2017‐18 Budget will
stabilize and maintain core
services
The proposed 2017‐18 budget does not contain any citywide cuts. The
focus of the proposed budget is to stabilize and maintain core City
services at a level that is expected by our residents and businesses, and
will position Renton for the future.
It is with this in mind that the proposed budget will restore/add a net
of 22.7 positions citywide, to ensure the safe and smooth operation of
the City.
Overall, the proposed budget includes 22.7 new positions, 15.06 in the
General Government Funds and 7.64 positions in the Enterprise Funds.
The General Government positions include 1 B&O Tax Auditor, 1
Business Systems Analyst, 1 Systems Analyst, 1 Administrative
Secretary, 1 Plan Reviewer, 1 Parks Maintenance Worker, 1 Police
Officer, 1 Sergeant, 2 Service Specialists, 2 Detectives, 1 Accident
Investigator, 1 Engineering Specialist, 0.7 (part‐time) Emergency
Management Coordinator, and an increase of 0.36 to fund a Public
Works Maintenance Worker (cost offset by a reduction in temporary
staff). One limited term Construction Inspector will be converted to a
full time position. The Enterprise Fund positions include 1 Airport Office
Assistant, 1 Water Civil Engineer II, an increase of 0.5 to fund a full‐time
Solid Waste Program Specialist, an increase of 0.5 to fund a full‐time
Senior Program Specialist, 1 Solid Waste Litter Control Field Worker, 2
Wastewater Field Maintenance Workers, and an increase of 1.64
positions to fund two full‐time Surface Water Maintenance Workers
(cost offset by temporary staff reduction).
With the formation of the RFA, the Emergency Management staff has
been transferred to the Executive Department from the Fire
Department.
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The adopted 2017‐2018 budget is balanced; it will transfer a total of
$4.7 million into the General Governmental and Transportation
Improvement Capital Funds to fund major capital improvements. The
money comes primarily from B&O tax revenue, as well as one‐time
sources such as grants.
Fund Balance
The overall 2017‐18 proposed expenditures exceed the proposed
revenues by $14.5 million and results in a projected overall fund
balance of $86.1 million, approximately 14.4% less than the estimated
2016 ending fund balance.
The decrease in the fund balance is primarily attributable to the capital
improvements planned for 2017‐2018 in the utilities funds. Another
significant reason for this decrease is attributable to the construction
and equipping of Fire Station 15.
The General Fund fund balance will be maintained at $21.7 million, well
above the 12% of General Fund operating expenditures, as targeted by
our fiscal policy.
Overall, the City is in sound financial condition.
General Government
Overview
Of the $461.5 million total revenue, $200.2 million is in the City’s
General Fund. The $200.2 million revenue is a decrease of $29.4 million
or 12.8% under the adopted 2015‐16 budget. The decrease is due
primarily to the planned reduction in property taxes with the formation
of the Regional Fire Authority.
As is for the citywide budget, the decreases compared the 2015‐16
adopted budget are also primarily the result of planned property tax
reductions and the transfer of the Fire Department to the RFA. The
General Fund expenditure of $195.5 million includes 15.06 new or
restored positions (many of these positions are supported by additional
revenue) result in a lower percentage decrease in expenditures (2.0%)
versus decrease in revenues (5.3%). Personnel makes up the largest
single category of expenses for the City at 38% of the total citywide
budget. Wage adjustments, medical premiums, and pension increases
tend to rise at a higher percentage increase than revenues grow.
Given various costs increases to maintain existing services and the
expiration of the annexation sales tax credit in mid‐2018, even with
accompanying revenues and fee adjustments, the General Fund
continues to show persistent budget gaps into the future. The gap starts
at just under $3 million in 2019 and will grow over time to over $6.9
million by 2021. This is due to the fundamental imbalance between the
revenue options available to local governments and the services local
governments are expected to provide. Renton is not an exception. This
issue has been a high priority topic for the State Legislature and citizen
advisory panels for various past State Governors. But, in the end, is it a
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problem left for local governments to solve themselves with the limited
tools available.
General Fund Revenues
Business and Occupation
(B&O) Tax/Business License
Fees
To bridge the gap and to address the structural imbalance, the City
implemented one of the tools available to help generate the amount of
sustainable revenue needed in the near future, and beyond the current
biennium. The City engaged businesses and community leaders in the
process and received valuable input that allowed us to structure and
implement the B&O tax effective January 1, 2016 in a way that would
minimize impact to the business community.
The proposed 2017‐18 budget continues the B&O tax implemented on
January 1, 2016. The key provisions of the B&O tax are:
Businesses with $1.5 million or higher annual gross receipts are
required to pay B&O tax.
The maximum amount subject to B&O tax is capped at $5 billion
per year. This cap is automatically adjusted annually by
inflation starting January 1, 2017.
The tax rate is 0.085% for all business activities other than
retail, which have a rate of 0.05%.
Limits the non‐profit and government exemptions for both
B&O tax and Business License fee.
A three‐year, new employer tax credit for new businesses with
50 or more employees in Renton.
Businesses subject to B&O tax are exempt from paying the per
employee licensing fee.
The B&O tax was the only revenue option that the City Council could
implement (without going to voters), which could generate funds
needed to maintain General Fund City services into the future. It will
provide approximately $6.8 million in revenue in 2017 and is projected
to increase to approximately $6.9 million in 2018. Most of the revenue
generated will be needed for the General Fund, although a portion will
help fund capital improvement projects. Without this funding source,
the City would have needed to reduce around 40 positions from
General Fund operations which would likely have significant impact on
basic services.
A business license registration fee increase from $110 to $150 is
included in the proposed budget for 2017‐2018. This fee increase, in
large part, offsets a new B&O Tax Auditor position. No additional staff
was added when the B&O tax was implemented in 2016, which forced
staff to reprioritize its workload. This position will address workload
associated with the B&O tax and also audit work, making sure that all
businesses pay the appropriate taxes.
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Property Tax
Sales Tax
Utility Tax
Fee Adjustments
The 2017 preliminary assessed value (AV) for Renton is $14.8 billion,
6.9% higher than 2016. However, the City does not receive a 6.9%
increase in property tax revenue. Property tax revenue is projected to
grow by just over $800k (2.1%) based on the 1% growth limit plus 1.1%
for new construction. With the passage of the Renton Regional Fire
Authority in 2016, the City agreed to reduce its property tax rate by
$1.00 per $1,000 of assessed value beginning in 2017. The City plans to
further reduce its property tax levy in 2018 by $5.5 million as part of the
formation of the RFA. The City will also fund a new fire station in the
north part of Renton and an additional $1 million to fund equipment for
the new fire station. The total levy collection for 2017 is projected to be
$24.1 million. Based on these factors, the City’s portion of property tax
will decrease from $2.71 in 2016 to $1.63 in 2017 per $1,000 of AV. We
expect a 3% valuation increase in 2018 plus 1.5% in new construction
value which should further reduce the tax rate to around $1.25 per
$1,000 AV.
Sales tax is projected to grow by 3.8% each year over the next two years,
or 1.6% real growth on top of the projected 2.2% annual inflation.
With no general rate increases proposed for some of the City’s utilities,
reduction on cell phone and land‐line phones, and the fluctuation of
revenues in other utilities, the overall 2017‐18 utility tax is expected to
be approximately the same as in 2015‐16.
Consistent with prior year practices, the fee schedule has been
reviewed and the proposed budget includes various fee increases, as
outlined in the proposed fee schedule. The proposed budget includes
an adjustment to the Business License registration fee, which increases
from $110 to $150, to fund a B&O Program Auditor. This position will
address the workload associated with the implementation of the B&O
tax.
General Fund Expenditures
Legislative
$12k/year increased
operational costs
The Legislative Department budget reflects an increase of $12,000 to
fund training and travel, as necessary, and to fund the increases
resulting from the City’s population placing it in a new bracket for
membership costs.
Executive
$87,964 cost increases
$35k/year increased
communications cost
The Executive Department budget reflects several cost increases,
including regional memberships, design, photography and other
communications services, as well as special consulting services related
to intergovernmental relations.
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$7,600/year increased
intergovernmental relations
$145,600 Inclusion Program
$50k/year contractual policy
analysis
The proposed budget also includes funding for contract funding for the
City’s Inclusion Program and policy analysis in support of regional
decision making.
Community & Economic
Development
1 Administrative Secretary
1 Plan Reviewer
1 Construction Inspector
$50k Arts & Culture
$350k in 2017 + $375k I 2018
CNI Grant Commitment
$62k/year for contracted
arborist services
CED is the department that saw the most staffing reductions during the
Great Recession due to the decline in permit activity. Beginning in 2014,
they made a number of adjustments to staffing levels and
organizational structure to accommodate the return of development
activities.
The 2017‐2018 adjustments consist of 1 Administrative Secretary to
support code enforcement, 1 Plan Reviewer to support Development
Services, and the conversion of a limited term Construction Inspector
(who inspects development engineering construction sites and
installation methods of below ground utilities for compliance with
safety standard, City and other agency codes) to a full‐time position.
In addition, the proposed budget includes $50,000 for Arts & Culture in
support of the Renton Arts & Commission’s work to enhance residents’
sense of community and increase their access to diverse lifelong longing
and enrichment opportunities. The plan is to explore additional future
funding through a future “Quality of Life” voter initiative.
The proposed budget also includes $350,000 in 2017 and $375,000 in
2018 which represents the City’s match toward the Choice
Neighborhood Implementation grant program.
Also adding $62,000 in both years for contracted arborist services, total
contract amount of $124,000 is shared equally between CED and CS.
Community Services
1 Capital Project Coordinator
(PPNR)
1 Capital Projects Coordinator
(Facilities)
1 Parks Maintenance Worker
$50k/year Landscape
Maintenance
$24k/year Human Services
$55k in 2017 for
cleanup/invasive plant
removal contracted services
The proposed budget for Community Services requests for two Capital
Projects Coordinators. Both positions have been previously approved
by Council, but the funding had not been established. The proposed
budget also includes a Parks Maintenance Worker and $50,000 per year
for landscape maintenance for newly added areas, $24,000 per year in
additional Human Services funding, $55,000 in 2017 for contracted
services for cleanup and invasive plant removal and $62,000 in both
years for contracted arborist services.
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$62k/year for contracted
arborist services
Emergency Services
1 part‐time EM Coordinator
With the formation of the Regional Fire Authority, the Emergency
Management Division has only two budgeted FTEs instead of three to
accomplish the work of the unit. The proposed budget includes a part‐
time Emergency Management Coordinator to assist current staff and
address current needs of the organization.
Police
1 Sergeant and 1 Officer
2 Detectives + 2 patrol cars
2 Service Specialists
1 Accident Investigator + 1
patrol car
$1M in 2018 cost increases
for Valley Communications &
SCORE contracts
The proposed budget includes 1 Sergeant and 1 Police Officer to aid the
Department in improving the timely hiring and training of both
commissioned and noncommissioned employees. The proposed also
includes the addition of 2 Detectives and 2 patrol vehicles to improve
the Department’s ability to investigate misdemeanor crimes. Also
included in the proposed budget are 2 Service Specialists to work the
front counter and address workload needs. An additional Accident
Investigator and patrol vehicle is included to address investigations of
vehicle collisions.
Approximately $1 million in increased costs related to SCORE and Valley
Communications has been added to the 2018 proposed budget.
Public Works
1 Engineering Specialist III
$15k/year for structural
reorganization
$50k/year for contractual GIS
$38k/year dump fee increase
.36 increase in FTEs
The General Fund portion of the Public Works Department consists of
department administration, street maintenance, and transportation.
The proposed budget includes the addition of 1 Engineering Specialist
III to keep up with continually increasing citizen traffic request
demands. The proposed budget also contemplates a reorganization of
the Transportation Maintenance sub‐section of the Transportation
Operations Section at a net cost of approximately $15,000 per year. This
involves a replacement of an Assistant Manager with a Manager, the
replacement of a Signal/Electronic Systems Technician II with a
Supervisor, and an Office Assistant with a Secretary II
The proposed budget also include $50,000 per year for the
Transportation Systems Division to update its Transportation GIS
system by utilizing either the Utility GIS services or temporary
employees. It also include a $38,000 per year increase in dump fees
and a .36 increase in FTEs offset by an equal reduction in temporary
services.
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Administrative Services
1 IT Business Systems Analyst
$90k Equipment Replacement
$50k Contractual Services
1 IT Systems Analyst + $250k
Recreation/Asset System +
$35k Maintenance
1 B&O Program Auditor
$254k Banking Services
The Administrative Services Department is made up of three internal
support divisions: Finance, Information Technology, and the City Clerk’s
Office. This department is one of the most affected by the staff
reductions in past years. The proposed budget requests an
adjustment/restoration of 3 FTE positions.
The Business Systems Analyst position will address increased
organization‐wide workload resulting from increased number and size
of new applications, complexity and customization of applications that
cannot be sustained with current staff. The proposed budget for
Information Technology also includes $90,000 per year for ongoing
replacement and an increase $10,000 to $60,000 per year for
professional services for which staff do not have the specific expertise
or for which contractual services are more cost effective. The
Information Technology proposed budget also includes $250,000 for
the replacement of its recreation/asset management system, a Systems
Analyst to support the software package, and $35,000 in maintenance
fees in 2017.
The new B&O tax was implemented on January 1, 2016. During this
implementation phase, the workload has been absorbed by other staff,
but the workload continues to increase and the need for an auditor is
becoming necessary as the City approaches its first full year of
implementation. The cost of this position is fully offset by a proposed
increase in business license fees from $110 to $150.
The proposed budget also includes a $254,000 per year increase in
banking fees due primarily to the increased acceptance of credit cards
and online payment options. This cost is offset by interfund transfers
from other enterprise funds accepting the credit payments.
Human Resources &
Risk Management
$10k in 2017 and $5k in 2018
for new hire exam cost
increases
The 2017‐18 proposed budget includes $10,000 in 2017 and $5,000 in
2018 to cover the increased cost for physical and psychological
evaluations required for Police and Fire recruitments. The amount
currently budgeted in Human Resources is inadequate to cover the
actual costs for evaluations and recruitments.
General Government Debt
Service
As the SCORE jail is consistently exceeding its planned inmate
population from contracting agencies, the Administrative Board
approved that the revenue will first be used to pay its annual debt
service. The resulting is a savings of $1.8 million in City’s debt service
cost. The proposed budget assumes this will continue beyond the
current biennium and through the six‐year financial planning horizon.
Capital Funds The proposed 2017‐2018 budget includes $16 million in General
Governmental capital projects. One of the areas where the funding has
been greatly depleted during the Great Recession is our capital funding.
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Governmental Capital
Improvements Fund (316)
2‐Year Total $16 million
Sources:
REET: 8.0M
Transfers from other fund:
4.7M
B&O Taxes: 1.9M
KC Prop Levy: 0.4M
The funds are needed to preserve and enhance over $80 million of
sports courts and fields, outdoor structures, buildings and amenities in
our community. This budget will continue to dedicate the B&O taxes
and interfund utility taxes to supplement the Real Estate Excise Tax,
King County Parks Levies, grants, donations, and general fund transfers.
Details of the $15.1 million projects and use of City resources for these
projects can be found in the CIP section of this budget.
Transportation Improvements
Fund (317)
2‐Year Total $16 million
Sources:
Motor Fuel Tax: 1.3M
REET: 0.9
B&O/Per Employee Taxes:
3.2M
Grants in Hand: 8.6M
Mitigation in Hand: 1.0M
Other Gov’t Resources: 0.2M
Fund Balance: 0.7M
The Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) accounts for 50% of the
General Governmental CIP and has been presented at public hearings
earlier this year and been approved by the City Council. Details of the
projects and use of City resources for these projects can be found in the
CIP section of this budget.
Enterprise Funds
The City has several enterprise type (or business type) operations,
that must be self‐sustaining. These include the Water, Wastewater,
and Surface Water utilities; the Solid Waste utility; the Maplewood
Golf Course, and the Renton Municipal Airport.
Utilities
1 Water Civil Engineer II
1 Solid Waste Program
Specialist
.5 Reduction Secretary II
1 Solid Waste Litter Control
Field Worker
The Water, Wastewater, and Surface Water utility funds are
accounted for and budgeted separately, but are managed as a system
in accordance with the City’s financial management policies. The
system conducts a comprehensive rate study every six years with the
assistance of outside consultants, with biannual updates performed
by City staff.
The utilities funds include the addition of a net of 6.5 positions to
adequate staff workload within each of the respective areas of
operations.
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2 Wastewater Maintenance
Field Workers
2 Surface Water
Maintenance Workers
The 2017 and 2018 update shows no rate increase for Water, 4%
increase per year for Sewer and Surface Water, and no increase in
2017 and a 1% increase in 2018 for Solid Waste. The King County
stabilization fee is set at zero. The resulting net impact on a typical
family would be a slight increase of 1.6% or $1.65 per month overall
increase in 2017 and 1.9% or $1.93 per month overall increase in
2018.
King County Metro is raising the sewer treatment charge by 5.2%
effective 2017. King County is also increasing the Solid Waste disposal
fee, from $120.17/ton to $134.59/ton.
Maplewood Golf Course
1 Golf Course Manager
The proposed budget for the Maplewood Golf Course includes
funding for the Golf Course Manager to provide full‐time attention to
marketing, lease management, moving the business forward, and
increasing revenue. In addition, proposed fee increases are also
incorporated into the proposed budget in line with the market
average. While the position had been previously approved by Council,
the funding had not been established.
Renton Municipal Airport
1 Office Assistant
The proposed budget includes the addition of 1 Office Assistant
dedicated to customer service for airfield tenants and Renton
residents.
Internal Service Funds
The City operates several “businesses” that provide service internally
to other City departments. These include the Equipment Rental Fund
(501), Insurance Fund (502, property, liability, worker’s comp, and
unemployment), Information Technology Fund (503), Facilities Fund
(504), Communications Fund (505, print, mail, and general
communication), Healthcare Insurance Fund (512), and LEOFF1
Retiree Healthcare Fund (522).
All of the costs identified herein are paid for and included in the
operating departments’ budget. The charges are calculated based on
either specific charges or by systematic cost allocation. The health
insurance charge (for both active and retired employees) is part of
personnel benefit costs. The remaining internal service funds (Fleet,
Property/Liability Insurance, Technology, Facilities, and
Communications) services are paid as internal service charges.
About 80% of all internal service charges are paid by the General
Fund; therefore, the cost of internal service fund operations directly
affects the General Fund’s bottom line.
Equipment Rental Fund
Operating: $2.8 M/year
The Equipment Rental fund maintains nearly 567 pieces of
equipment, of which approximately 366 are vehicles and large mobile
equipment used intensively in delivering City services. The Fund also
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$3.4 M in 2017 and $2.5 M
in 2018 proposed
equipment replacements
accumulates replacement reserves for the replacement of vehicles
when needed.
Due to prior budget reductions, the City had suspended applying the
4% replacement value escalator to the reserve calculation and
deferred some replacements. The proposed 2017‐18 budget includes
the replacement of 2 sweepers ($280k each) and 2 2008 vactor trucks
($420k each, which cost just over $300k each when bought in 2008).
For these reasons, the proposed 2017 budget includes a 2.5% cost
escalator to partially capture the higher replacement costs. However,
the surge in replacement requests and the substantially higher new
acquisition costs also means a substantial increase in replacement
reserve charges to user departments.
Information Technology
Operating: $4.9M in
2017/$5M in 2018
Capital:$1.0M
The Information Technology (IT) Fund was created in 2007 to allocate
the costs of the City’s centralized IT services costs. This fund provides
for citywide communication and data processing systems
improvements, maintenance and support including phone and
computer hardware and software, data center servers, storage and
network systems, business application systems development,
implementation and support, Geographic Information Systems and
services, and mobile devices, copier and printer equipment for the
City.
The proposed budget of $5.561 million in 2017 and $5.375 million in
2018 includes a total of $1.035 million in IT capital projects over the
2‐year budget period. This includes major replacement and
enhancement of existing core networking, servers and storage
equipment, end‐user computers, copiers and printers. It also includes
new program requests for the implementation and support of a new
recreation management systems and park/facilities asset
management system, additional staffing to support business systems
implementation and support, replacement funding for added and
new mobile devices, and contracting services for targeted, advanced
technology initiatives.
Risk Management
Operating: $12.8
million/year
The City’s Risk Management program consists of three funds: the
Property and Liability Insurance Fund (502), the Employee Health
Insurance Fund (512), and the LEOFF I Retiree Medical Fund (522).The
502 Fund’s annual budget totals $3.6 million in 2017 and $3.2 million
in 2018, consisting of property and liability insurance ($1.4 million
each for 2017 and 2018); workers compensation ($1.6 million for
2017 and $1.2 million for 2018); unemployment insurance (around
$200k per year); and the remaining balance of $353k for 2017 and
$366k for 2018 is for program administration.
The City self‐insures employee health benefits with stop‐loss
coverage of $250k per incident. The 2017 and 2018 budget and
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charges are based on projected plan costs by the number of
employees. The 2017 premium increase is based on actual plan cost
increases from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016.
Providing retiree health care is required by state law for LEOFF I
retirees. The City’s contribution is determined actuarially and re‐
evaluated every other year. The most recent actuarial study put the
City’s obligation at approximately $42 million in present value and
requires an annual contribution of $2.6 million to fully amortize the
obligation by 2038. This contribution is included in the 2017‐18
budget proposal.
Facilities
Operating: $5 million/year
Major Maintenance:
$405K 2017/
$343k 2018
The Facilities Fund (504) was fully implemented in 2010 to accumulate
costs for maintaining and operating the City’s offices, public facilities
(primarily used by the general public), and operational facilities
(primarily used for City operations purposes), and charges the costs
to the appropriate functions/departments.
The Fund also accounts for major maintenance (major repairs and
updates) costs related to these facilities, which is now funded with
current operating resources. The funding level for major maintenance
projects for the 2017‐18 budget are $405k and $343k, respectively.
Communications
Operating: $1.1 million/year
The Communications Fund was also created in 2010 by pooling
citywide communications resources for the central print shop,
interoffice mail, external postage and printing services, and the
Government TV channel operation. These were put in one place for
consistent coordination of brands, messages, and better prioritization
of workload. The annual operating cost is at $1.1 million per year,
which is allocated based on actual services demand by departments.
Pension Trust Fund
Firemen’s Pension
$200k per year Pension
benefit payment
$10k plan funding status
update in 2015
The City is the custodian of the Firemen’s Pension Fund, a trust fund
managed by appointed Trustees consisting of City elected officials and
retired pensioners.
The Fund accumulates resources and pays current pension benefits
per state law. The Fund has sufficient assets to fully fund the City’s
pension obligation. Currently the plan assets generate more than
sufficient earnings to cover the benefits; and the City also receives a
distribution of a state fire insurance premium surcharge that is
restricted exclusively for fire pensions. The fund balance is expected
to grow due to the “overfunded” status of the Pension. After the plan
is closed and all beneficiaries are expired, the balance may be moved
to LEOFF 1 retiree medical.
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The Budget Process
Washington state law requires that cities must adopt a balanced budget by prior to the beginning of the fiscal
year. The adopted budget appropriates funds and establishes legal expenditure limits for the upcoming fiscal
year. Washington state law also allows for the adoption of biennial budgets provided the City Council also
adopts a second ordinance for a mid‐biennial review and modification prior to the end of the first year in the
fiscal biennium. In 2011, the City of Renton moved from an annual budget to a biennial budget with mid‐
biennial review.
Budget Development and Adoption
The City of Renton’s development of the biennial budget occurs every two years from February through
October. Development begins with the Mayor and the Council’s review of the City’s current service levels and
projected revenues into the new biennium to determine if they need to make significant changes to the budget.
During this review, the Mayor’s first priority is to ensure that the City is able maintain the current levels of
service. As costs to maintain service levels continue to rise, additional funding may need to be identified to
preserve the current levels of service.
The Mayor and the Council hold a strategic planning retreat in February of each year in order to determine
whether the City’s current levels of service are meeting the needs of our community, adopt the City’s Business
Plan Goals, and sets policy direction and priorities for the next budget cycle.
During May and June City departments prepare and submit budget proposals with the estimates for providing
existing service levels for each year in the biennium. In addition, they submit capital improvement program
(CIP) budgets and requests for new programs that they would like the Mayor to consider. New program
requests include current service level expansion and new services. The Mayor evaluates the departments'
requests and may recommend new programs for Council approval within the context of the Council’s adopted
Business Plan Goals.
The Mayor must provide a proposed biennial budget to the Council no later than October 31. The Mayor’s
proposal also includes the estimated revenue to support the costs of providing City services. Proposed
expenditures cannot exceed the reasonably anticipated revenue sources, unless new revenue sources are also
being proposed, in which case, proposed legislation to authorize the new revenue sources must be submitted to
the City Council along with the proposed budget.
After the Mayor submits the proposed budget, the Council conducts a public hearing in October. During the
same time frame, the Council holds committee meetings in open sessions to discuss budget requests with
department representatives and make subsequent amendments to the Mayor’s proposed budget. Once the
public hearings have been held, the deliberative process is complete, and the Council has made their changes,
the City Council will adopt the budget ordinance in November.
Once the Council adopts the budget, the Mayor must ensure that expenditures are made within legal limits. If
the economy changes or the City identifies unanticipated needs during the year that require changing the
budget, the Mayor will recommend those changes. A Council‐adopted ordinance must accompany all budget
increases. If revenues fall short, the Mayor can make decreases to the budget to ensure that the City does not
overspend available resources.
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Biennial Budget Calendar
The following table illustrates a typical biennial budget calendar for both the initial budget development year
and the mid‐biennium adjustment year. The process and legal deadlines in Year 1 is identical to the annual
budget process. Year 2 is the simplified mid‐year review process.
Process Description Year 1 Year 2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
1. Administration Planning Retreat
2. Council sets budget priorities and guidance in
workshop
3. First quarter financial report to Council Committee
of the Whole updates revenue projections
4. Administration develops budget parameters
5. Staff provide Capital Facilities Plan update to
Council
6. Finance reviews & update requests for results to be
consistent with Council’s and Mayor’s directions
and issue Request for Results
7. Departments prepare response to RFR including
program revenues, personnel, and expenditure
requirements. Departments identify necessary
mid‐biennium adjustments
8. Mayor’s Staff prioritize programs/proposal and
submit recommendation to the Mayor
9. Finance updates revenue estimates and compiles
with department submittals
10. Administration makes adjustments to department
submittals/establishes balanced preliminary
budget
11. Preliminary budget document prepared, printed,
and filed with City Clerk and presented to the City
Council (at least 60 days prior to the ensuing fiscal
year)
12. City Clerk publishes notice of the filing of
preliminary budget and notice of public hearing to
be held during preliminary budget deliberations
13. City Council conducts workshops and public
hearings on the preliminary budget including
revenues and property tax levies
14. City Council makes modifications to the proposed
budget/mid‐biennium adjustments
15. City Council adopts an ordinance to establish the
amount of property taxes to be levied in the
ensuing year
16. Final budget/Mid‐biennium adjustments, as
adopted, is published and distributed within the
first three months of the following year
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Budgetary Basis and Basis of Accounting
Basis of accounting refers to the point at which revenues or expenditures/expenses are recognized. The City’s
budget is adopted on the modified basis of accounting: revenue is reported when it is both measurable and
available and expenditures are reported when the liabilities are incurred. Property tax, sales taxes, and other
tax‐payer assessed revenues due for the current year are considered both measurable and available for
budgetary purposes, even though a portion may be collected in the subsequent year. Licenses, fines, penalties,
and miscellaneous revenues are recorded as revenue as they are received in cash since this is when they are
both available and can be accurately measured.
The budgetary basis of accounting does vary slightly from the City’s financial statement reporting. Both
governmental activities and business‐type activities in the government‐wide statements, the proprietary fund,
and the fiduciary fund statements are presented on the full accrual basis of accounting. Revenues are
recognized when earned and expenses are recognized when incurred. Whereas, the governmental fund
financial statements are presented on the modified basis of accounting, similar to the budgetary basis of
accounting.
The budget, as adopted, constitutes the legal authority for expenditures. The budget is adopted with budgetary
control at the fund level, by year. Expenditures may not legally exceed appropriations at the fund level of detail
for each year of the biennium. Transfers or revisions within funds are allowed, but only the City Council has the
legal authority to increase or decrease a given fund’s budget. Any unspent operating appropriations
automatically lapse at the end of each fiscal year, except for any amounts that are continued through the City’s
annual adopted carry‐forward ordinance. The carry‐forward ordinance also identifies unspent capital
appropriations to be carried forward into the following year.
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Governmental Funds
*General Government
General Fund
000
Community Services
Fund
000‐001
Street Fund
000‐003
CD Block Grant Fund
000‐004
Museum Fund
000‐005
Farmers Market Fund
000‐009
Miscellaneous Debt
Service Fund
000‐215
Fire Health and
Wellness Fund
000‐011
Limited Tax GO Bond
Funds
000‐201
Special Revenue
Arterial Streets
102
Leased City Properties
108
Special Hotel Motel
Tax
110
1% for Art
125
Cable Communication
127
Springbrook
Wetlands Bank Fund
135
Debt Service Capital Projects
Mitigation Funds
303, 304, 305
* City Facilities CIP
316
*Transportation CIP
317
Housing Opportunity
Fund
326
New LIbrary
Development Fund
336
Proprietary Funds
Enterprise
*Waterworks
Utilities
Utility Operations
405,406,407,
416
Utility Construction
425,426,427
Utility Debt Service
Airport
Airport Operations
402
Airport Construction
422
Solid Waste
Utility
403
Golf Course
Golf Operations
404
Golf Construction
424
Internal Service
Equipment Rental
501
Insurance Services
502, 512, 522
Information
Technology
503
Facilities
504
Communication
505
Budgetary Fund Structure
Financial Structure
The City’s budget comprises seven major fund types, as shown below: General Government, Special Revenue,
Debt Service, Capital Projects, Enterprise, Internal Service, and Fiduciary Funds. The following pages provide a
general overview of each fund type.
Major Funds are those with budgets representing ten percent or more of the City’s overall budget. They are
marked with an asterisk (*).
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1. General Governmental Funds
These funds are used to account for resources that are generally not dedicated for a specific purpose. They
are used to meet the basic services that your local government provides.
Major Revenues Primary Services
• Taxes •Police protection
• Fees, licenses, and permits • Fire protection / emergency medical
services
• Fines and forfeitures •Parks and recreation
• Intergovernmental (Federal, State, and Local) •Municipal Court / legal services
•Street maintenance planning
•Economic development / planning
•Administrative functions
2. Special Revenue Funds
These funds are used to account for revenues that are to be used for a specific purpose as required by law or
administrative action.
Major Revenues Primary Services
• Federal, State, and Local Grants •Economic development
• Taxes • Cable communications
•Street overlay
•Art fund
3. Debt Service Funds
These funds are used to account for accumulation of dedicated revenue and payment of principal and
interest related to the City’s general obligation bond issues.
Major Revenues Primary Services
• Property tax levies • Payment of principal and interest on
outstanding bonds
• Real estate excise tax
• Special assessments
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4. Capital Investment Funds
These funds are used to account for the acquisition and construction of major capital facilities and
equipment. All projects supported by these funds can be found in the 2015‐2020 City of Renton Capital
Investment Program section.
5. Enterprise Funds
These funds are used to account for operations that are financed and operated in a manner similar to private
business enterprises. Services are financed primarily through user fees.
Major Revenues Primary Services
• Service (user) charges •City utilities
• Federal, State, and Local Grants •Renton Municipal Airport
• Revenue bonds •Maplewood Golf Course
• State loans
6. Internal Service Funds
These funds are used to account for the goods and services furnished by one city department for another
department on a cost reimbursement basis.
Major Revenues Primary Services
• Charges to other city departments •Fleet management
•Insurance, health / property liability
•Information technology
•Facilities
•Communications
7. Fiduciary Funds
These funds are used to account for assets held by the City in a trustee capacity.
Major Revenues Primary Services
• Investment interest •Fire pension fund
Major Revenues Primary Services
• Federal, State, and Local Grants •Capital investment projects
• Special assessments
• Property tax
• B&O tax & per employee business licensing fee
• Real estate excise tax
• Impact mitigation
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Employment History – City of Renton
678.78 687.91 685.78 699.91
563.61 563.61
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
2014
Authorized
2015
Authorized
2016 Orig
Bdgt
2016
Authorized
2017
Proposed
2018
Proposed
#
of
FT
E
'
S
Administrative
Comm & Econ Dev
Community Services
Enterprise/Utilities
Public Works
Fire & Emergency Svcs
Police
General
Government Enterprise Total FTE's
2017/2018 Proposed Staffing Changes
Regular (full‐time and part‐time) 602.46 94.45 696.91
Executive 0.70 0.70
Community Services 1.00 1.00
Community & Economic Development 3.00 3.00
Administrative Services 3.00 3.00
Fire and Emergency Services ‐159.00 ‐159.00
Public W o r k s 1 . 3 67 . 6 49 . 0 0
Police 7.00 7.00
Total Regular (full‐time and part ‐time) 459.52 102.09 561.61
2016 Authorized Limited Term Staffing 3.00 0.00 3.00
Community & Economic Development ‐1.00 ‐1.00
Total Limited Term Staffing 2.00 0.00 2.00
Total 2018 Proposed Staffing (Regular + Limited Term)461.52 102.09 563.61
The total authorized FTE count is for regular full‐time, part‐time and limited term positions. Refer to the Budget by Department section for additional
detail.
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Employment History – City of Renton (continued)
General
Government Enterprise Total FTE's
2015/2016 Adopted Staffing Changes
Regular (full‐time and part‐time) 585.33 91.45 676.78
Court Services ‐2.00 ‐2.00
Community & Economic Development 1.50 1.50
Administrative Services 3.50 3.50
Human Resources and Risk Management 2.00 2.00
Public Works ‐1.00 2.00 1.00
Police 2.00 2.00
Total Regular (full‐time and part ‐time) 591.33 93.45 684.78
Limited Term Staffing 2.00 0.00 2.00
Community & Economic Development ‐1.00 ‐1.00
Total Limited Term Staffing 1.00 0.00 1.00
Total 2016 Adopted Staffing (Regular + Limited Term)592.33 93.45 685.78
2015/2016 Adjustments
Regular (full‐time and part‐time)591.33 93.45 684.78
Executive 2.63 2.63
City Attorney 1.00 1.00
Community Services 0.00 1.00 1.00
Community & Economic Development 3.00 3.00
Fire and Emergency Services ‐2.00 ‐2.00
Public W o r k s 2 . 5 00 . 0 02 . 5 0
Police 4.00 4.00
Total Regular (full‐time and part ‐time) 602.46 94.45 696.91
Authorized Limited Term Staffing 1.00 0.00 1.00
Community Services 2.00 2.00
Total Limited Term Staffing 3.00 0.00 3.00
Total 2016 Authorized Staffing (Regular + Limited Term)605.46 94.45 699.91
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Staffing (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees – FTE) Comparison by Department (1 of 2)
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Department Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Legislative Services
City Council Members 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 0.00 0.00
City Council Liaison 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.00 0.00
Total Regular F T E 8 . 0 08 . 0 08 . 0 08 . 0 08 . 0 08 . 0 08 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 0
Executive
Mayor’s Office 3.50 3.50 4.00 3.50 4.00 4.00 4.00 0.50 0.00
Communications 5.50 5.50 5.63 5.50 5.63 5.63 5.63 0.13 0.00
Emergency Management 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 2.70 2.70 2.70 0.00
Total Regular FTE 9.00 9.00 9.63 9.00 11.63 12.33 12.33 3.33 0.00
Court Services
Municipal Court 15.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 0.00 0.00
Total Regular FTE 15.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 0.00 0.00
City Attorney
City Attorney 12.88 12.88 12.88 12.88 13.88 13.88 13.88 1.00 0.00
Total Regular FTE 12.88 12.88 12.88 12.88 13.88 13.88 13.88 1.00 0.00
Community Services
Administration 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.00 0.00
Neigh, Res, and Events 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 0.00 0.00
Park Maintenance 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 24.50 24.50 1.00 0.00
Recreation Services 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 0.00 0.00
Human Services/CDBG 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 0.00 0.00
Museum 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.00 0.00
Municipal Golf Course 9.50 9.50 9.50 9.50 10.50 10.50 10.50 1.00 0.00
Parks Plan and Nat Res 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 2.00 0.00
Facilities 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 0.00 0.00
Total Regular FTE 90.50 90.50 90.50 90.50 93.50 94.50 94.50 4.00 0.00
Community and Economic Development
Administration 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.00 0.00
Economic Development 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 0.00 0.00
Planning 25.00 25.50 25.50 25.50 29.50 29.50 29.50 4.00 0.00
Development Services 16.00 16.00 16.00 16.00 15.00 17.00 17.00 1.00 0.00
Total Regular FTE 47.00 47.50 47.50 47.50 50.50 52.50 52.50 5.00 0.00
Administrative Services
City Clerk 5.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 0.00 0.00
Finance 19.00 19.50 19.50 19.50 19.50 20.50 20.50 1.00 0.00
Information Systems 14.50 16.50 16.50 16.50 16.50 18.50 18.50 2.00 0.00
Total Regular FTE 38.50 42.00 42.00 42.00 42.00 45.00 45.00 3.00 0.00
See Budget by Department (3‐1) for details.
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Staffing (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees – FTE) Comparison by Department (2 of 2)
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Department Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Fire and Emergency Services
Response Operations 134.00 134.00 134.00 134.00 134.00 0.00 0.00 ‐134.00 0.00
Safety and Support Operations 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 0.00 0.00 ‐15.00 0.00
Community Risk Reduction 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 0.00 0.00 ‐10.00 0.00
Emergency Management 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 ‐2.00 0.00
Total Regular FTE 161.00 161.00 161.00 161.00 159.00 0.00 0.00 ‐161.00 0.00
Human Resources/Risk Management
Admin/Civil Svc C o m m i s s i o n 5 . 0 07 . 0 07 . 0 07 . 0 07 . 0 07 . 0 07 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 0
Risk Management 2.25 2.25 2.25 2.25 2.25 2.25 2.25 0.00 0.00
Benefits 1.75 1.75 1.75 1.75 1.75 1.75 1.75 0.00 0.00
Total Regular FTE 9.00 11.00 11.00 11.00 11.00 11.00 11.00 0.00 0.00
Public Works
Administration 3.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.00 0.00
Maintenance Services 82.00 82.00 82.00 82.00 82.00 87.00 87.00 5.00 0.00
Transportation 31.00 31.00 33.50 31.00 33.50 35.50 35.50 4.50 0.00
Utility Systems 23.50 25.50 25.50 25.50 25.50 27.50 27.50 2.00 0.00
Total Regular FTE 139.50 140.50 143.00 140.50 143.00 152.00 152.00 11.50 0.00
Police
Administration 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 0.00 0.00
Patrol Operations 63.00 63.00 63.00 63.00 67.00 67.00 67.00 4.00 0.00
Special Operations 22.00 22.00 22.00 22.00 22.00 22.00 22.00 0.00 0.00
Patrol Services 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 14.00 14.00 1.00 0.00
Investigations 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 22.00 22.00 2.00 0.00
Administrative Services 9.00 10.00 10.00 11.00 11.00 13.00 13.00 2.00 0.00
Staff Services 14.40 14.40 14.40 14.40 14.40 16.40 16.40 2.00 0.00
Total Regular FTE 148.40 149.40 149.40 150.40 154.40 161.40 161.40 11.00 0.00
Total All Staffing (Regular FTE)678.78 684.78 687.91 685.78 699.91 563.61 563.61 ‐122.18 0.00
See Budget by Department (3‐1) for details.
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CITY OF RENTON 2017‐2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET OVERVIEW
Citywide Revenue and Sources
2014 2015 2016 2015 2016 2017 2018 2017‐18 vs. 2015‐16 Adp
Citywide Revenue & Resources Actual Adopted Adopted Actual Yr End Est. Proposed Proposed $ %
Revenue:
Property Tax 34,695,390$ 35,440,000$ 36,353,314$ 35,769,429$ 36,613,314$ 24,103,395$ 19,072,308$ (28,617,611) ‐39.9%
Sales Tax 26,322,721 27,065,218 28,268,383 28,702,842 30,680,795 31,443,578 31,586,144 7,696,121 13.9%
Utility Taxes 16,380,614 16,538,734 16,673,217 16,012,104 15,806,217 15,518,137 15,654,124 (2,039,690) ‐6.1%
B&O Tax ‐ ‐ 5,000,000 ‐ 5,000,000 6,800,000 6,936,000 8,736,000 174.7%
Business License Fee 2,952,161 2,982,000 1,724,000 3,113,511 1,947,000 1,288,453 1,297,894 (2,119,653) ‐45.0%
Real Estate Excise Tax 4,348,762 4,000,000 4,000,000 4,595,166 5,200,000 4,420,000 4,420,000 840,000 10.5%
Other Taxes 3,794,270 4,550,674 4,576,674 4,481,978 4,100,674 4,100,674 4,100,674 (926,000) ‐10.1%
Sub‐total ‐ Taxes 88,493,917 90,576,626 96,595,588 92,675,030 99,348,000 87,674,237 83,067,144 (16,430,833) ‐8.8%
Licenses & Permits 284,500 219,277 219,600 250,080 229,600 221,175 222,774 5,072 1.2%
State Shared Revenue 4,184,144 3,562,462 3,572,462 3,807,632 4,767,158 4,353,487 4,397,622 1,616,185 22.7%
Fire Service Contracts 5,654,457 5,800,000 5,800,000 6,051,607 3,189,067 ‐ ‐ (11,600,000) ‐100.0%
Development Services 4,654,130 4,781,760 4,797,213 6,378,516 6,034,713 5,885,911 5,604,888 1,911,827 20.0%
Utility Service Charges 68,063,923 66,867,682 66,997,999 70,325,859 66,997,999 72,654,743 73,419,971 12,209,033 9.1%
Other Charges for Services 3,276,206 3,624,987 3,786,498 3,496,477 3,900,898 4,712,145 4,717,145 2,017,805 27.2%
Fines and Forfeits 4,228,797 4,429,489 4,556,680 4,374,388 4,556,680 5,794,802 5,795,418 2,604,051 29.0%
Interest Earnings 6,139,276 6,077,380 6,273,904 6,588,755 6,328,937 6,555,033 6,552,831 756,580 6.1%
Miscellaneous Revenue 2,296,893 664,733 649,733 970,010 2,193,054 995,662 770,662 451,858 34.4%
Subtotal Operating Revenue 187,276,243 186,604,396 193,249,677 194,918,353 197,546,105 188,847,195 184,548,455 (6,458,422) ‐1.7%
Other 1x Revenue 1,060,513 600,000 600,000 2,562,092 711,227 ‐ ‐ (1,200,000) ‐100.0%
Intergovernmental Grants 14,725,841 14,108,682 5,650,334 9,873,376 47,380,895 9,512,591 4,466,199 (5,780,226) ‐29.3%
Mitigation Fees/Capital Contri. 2,904,591 1,525,500 829,500 4,672,036 2,101,526 980,500 995,500 (379,000) ‐16.1%
Bond/Loan/Capital Proceeds 624,816 534,932 146,298 15,101,738 321,298 175,000 175,000 (331,230) ‐48.6%
Subtotal Capital Sources 19,315,761 16,769,114 7,226,132 32,209,241 50,514,946 10,668,091 5,636,699 (7,690,456) ‐32.0%
Interfund Services 34,872,652 38,303,202 40,308,938 38,843,606 41,113,729 31,149,223 31,471,708 (15,991,209) ‐20.3%
Interfund Transfers 8,999,394 2,772,000 2,285,000 11,066,767 12,296,003 8,175,701 1,038,253 4,156,954 82.2%
Subtotal Interfund Transactions 43,872,046 41,075,202 42,593,938 49,910,373 53,409,732 39,324,924 32,509,961 (11,834,255) ‐14.1%
Total Rev/Other Svcs 250,464,050$ 244,448,712$ 243,069,747$ 277,037,967$ 301,470,784$ 238,840,210$ 222,695,115$ (25,983,134) ‐5.3%
Property
Tax
15%
Sales Tax
11%
Utility
Taxes
7%
B & O
Taxes
1%
Other Taxes
4%
Inter ‐Gov
4%
Dev Svc
2%
Utility
Service
Charges
27%Fines &
Forfeits
2%
Misc
5%
Interfund
Transaction
17%
Capital
Grants
5%
2015‐16 Citywide Revenue & Sources
$487.5 million
Property
Tax
9%
Sales Tax
14%
Utility
Taxes
7%
B & O
Taxes
3%
Other
Taxes
4%
Inter‐
Gov
2%Dev Svc
2%Utility
Service
Charges
32%
Fines &
Forfeits
2%
Misc
5%
Interfund
Transaction
16%
Capital
Grants
4%
2017‐18 Citywide Proposed Revenue &
Sources $461.5 million
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OVERVIEW CITY OF RENTON 2017‐2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET
Citywide Expenditure & Uses
by Department
2014 2015 2016 2015 2016 2017 2018 2017‐18 vs. 2015‐16 Adp
Citywide Expenditure & Uses Actual Adopted Adopted Actual Yr End Est. Proposed Proposed $ %
Legislative 309,317$ 335,838$ 348,161$ 320,877$ 381,563$ 368,211$ 376,303$ 60,515 8.8%
Court 1,999,273 2,111,321 2,187,710 1,966,964 2,219,206 2,220,656 2,260,201 181,827 4.2%
Executive*2,278,300 2,882,097 2,925,119 2,801,449 3,681,930 3,956,923 4,056,224 2,205,932 38.0%
Administrative Services 8,584,204 9,004,510 9,253,582 8,886,704 10,698,050 10,505,424 10,431,668 2,679,000 14.7%
City Attorney 1,829,254 2,001,421 2,108,770 1,789,903 2,256,903 2,163,329 2,262,342 315,480 7.7%
Community & Eco Development 6,904,961 7,604,756 7,915,753 7,162,004 9,790,564 9,542,658 9,517,704 3,539,853 22.8%
Community Services 30,674,733 25,165,287 27,383,434 37,908,372 44,729,576 29,506,450 33,110,336 10,068,065 19.2%
Police 30,188,370 32,407,334 34,028,968 32,215,960 35,970,646 34,983,967 37,053,286 5,600,952 8.4%
Fire*25,237,687 26,876,976 27,970,913 26,536,999 25,355,959 ‐ ‐ (54,847,889) ‐100.0%
Public Works 95,104,722 103,624,591 96,161,072 89,075,619 161,803,800 117,221,992 109,755,269 27,191,599 13.6%
Human Resource Risk Management 17,770,309 19,326,472 20,640,182 18,874,698 21,145,284 14,089,754 14,202,086 (11,674,814) ‐29.2%
Other City Services 11,276,486 9,431,090 9,135,012 22,783,258 10,013,388 9,787,180 9,424,108 645,186 3.5%
Debt Service ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ N/A
Total Operating Expenditures 232,157,615 240,771,692 240,058,675 250,322,809 328,046,869 234,346,546 232,449,528 (14,034,294) ‐2.9%
Subtotal Uses 232,157,615 240,771,692 240,058,675 250,322,809 328,046,869 234,346,546 232,449,528 (14,034,294) ‐2.9%
Inter‐Fund Transfers/Loans (various) 8,999,394 2,772,000 2,285,000 11,066,767 12,296,003 8,175,701 1,038,253 4,156,954 82.2%
Total Exp/Other Uses 241,157,009$ 243,543,692$ 242,343,675$ 261,389,576$ 340,342,872$ 242,522,247$ 233,487,781$ (9,877,340) ‐2.0%
In(De)crease in Fund Balance 9,307,041 905,019 726,072 15,648,391 (38,872,089) (3,682,037) (10,792,666)
Beginning FB 114,491,903 123,798,944 124,703,963 123,798,944 139,447,336 100,575,247 96,893,210
Ending FB 123,798,944 124,703,963 125,430,035 139,447,336 100,575,247 96,893,210 86,100,544
*Emergency Management is reported under Executive effective July 2016
General
Gov
3%
Admin Svs
4%
CED
3%
Cmmty Svs
11%
Police
14%Fire
11%
Public
Works
41%
HRRM
8%
Citywide
5%
2015‐16 Adopted Citywide Expenditure &
Uses $485.9 million
General
Gov
4%
Admin Svs
4%
CED
4%Cmmty Svs
13%
Police
15%Fire
0%
Public
Works
48%
HRRM
6%
Citywide
6%
2017‐18 Proposed Citywide Expenditure &
Uses $476 million
Executive Summary - Long Range Plan 1 - 34
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
CITY OF RENTON 2017‐2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET OVERVIEW
Citywide Expenditure & Uses by Line Item
2014 2015 2016 2015 2016 2017 2018 2015‐16 vs. 2013‐14 Adp
Citywide Actual Adopted Adopted Actual Yr End Est Proposed Proposed $ %
Expenditure by Line item
Wages 55,212,580$ 59,556,669$ 62,024,637$ 57,627,363$ 63,739,211$ 48,970,531$ 50,865,023$ (21,745,752) ‐17.9%
Overtime 3,605,552 2,220,079 2,308,421 3,215,274 2,292,938 1,626,305 1,628,141 (1,274,054) ‐28.1%
Retirement 4,295,182 5,081,462 5,916,529 4,714,077 5,930,775 5,074,420 5,616,086 (307,484) ‐2.8%
Social Security 3,377,213 3,583,231 3,710,935 3,484,729 3,761,904 3,643,800 3,763,636 113,270 1.6%
Medical 11,848,449 13,527,017 14,720,104 11,658,913 14,692,717 10,584,420 11,142,686 (6,520,015) ‐23.1%
LEOFF Medical 1,672,684 2,191,684 2,191,684 2,191,684 2,591,684 2,591,684 2,591,684 800,000 18.3%
Payroll Taxes 1,846,300 2,190,570 2,017,675 2,012,068 1,729,955 2,119,734 2,130,615 42,103 1.0%
Intermittent Pay / Benefit 2,400,285 2,464,901 2,492,069 2,453,495 2,501,274 2,417,680 2,417,680 (121,610) ‐2.5%
Total Personnel Costs 84,258,245 90,815,612 95,382,054 87,357,602 97,240,458 77,028,573 80,155,551 (29,013,542) ‐15.6%
Materials/Supplies & Small Eq 6,692,906 6,022,781 5,997,185 5,771,163 7,106,274 5,399,144 5,340,644 (1,280,178) ‐10.7%
Services 50,986,540 50,219,236 48,632,382 49,368,501 62,552,197 52,646,927 52,473,655 6,268,964 6.3%
Intergovernmental 13,583,809 14,030,820 14,770,396 14,287,401 15,056,318 15,166,193 16,298,103 2,663,080 9.2%
Debt Service 14,070,900 10,880,803 10,167,515 25,353,513 10,342,515 9,798,308 9,595,841 (1,654,169) ‐7.9%
Interfund‐IDC & Services 2,758,463 2,593,695 2,702,820 2,690,164 2,681,041 3,651,136 3,766,743 2,121,363 40.1%
IS‐IT 3,843,654 4,419,915 4,483,492 4,419,915 4,416,425 4,734,371 4,528,583 359,547 4.0%
IS‐Communication 896,374 991,431 1,026,739 991,431 1,013,869 1,077,253 1,101,300 160,383 7.9%
IS‐ER M&O 2,746,995 3,004,067 3,058,290 3,038,837 2,968,221 2,121,418 2,149,783 (1,791,156) ‐29.5%
IS‐ER RR 1,521,529 2,660,971 2,874,305 2,660,971 2,850,321 2,064,005 1,932,253 (1,539,018) ‐27.8%
IS‐Insurance 1,626,031 1,856,156 1,900,886 1,845,403 1,863,618 1,716,276 1,729,676 (311,090) ‐8.3%
IS‐Facilities 4,255,599 4,921,483 4,929,824 4,921,483 4,852,276 4,074,508 4,062,930 (1,713,869) ‐17.4%
IS‐EE Medical 14,169,837 14,762,799 15,978,642 13,529,950 16,343,642 9,831,694 9,878,543 (11,031,204) ‐35.9%
Transfer out (capital/Reserve 8,999,394 2,772,000 2,285,000 11,066,767 12,296,003 8,175,701 1,038,253 4,156,954 82.2%
Subtotal Non‐Personnel Cost 126,152,032 119,136,157 118,807,476 139,945,499 144,342,722 120,456,934 113,896,307 (3,590,393) ‐1.5%
Exp Before Capital 210,410,276 209,951,769 214,189,530 227,303,101 241,583,180 197,485,507 194,051,858 (32,603,935) ‐7.7%
Capital 30,746,733 33,591,923 28,154,145 34,086,475 98,759,693 45,036,740 39,435,923 22,726,595 36.8%
Exp Before Interfund 30,746,733 33,591,923 28,154,145 34,086,475 98,759,693 45,036,740 39,435,923 22,726,595 36.8%
Grand Total 241,157,009$ 243,543,692$ 242,343,675$ 261,389,576$ 340,342,872$ 242,522,247$ 233,487,781$ (9,877,340)$ ‐2.0%
Personnel
38%
Supplies/
Small Eq
3%Services &
Utilities
20%
Inter‐Gov
6%
InterFund
16%
Capital
13%
Debt Service
4%
2015‐16 Citywide Expenditure & Uses by Line
Item $485.9 million
Personnel
33%
Supplies/
Small Eq
2%Services &
Utilities
22%
Inter‐Gov
7%
InterFund
14%
Capital
18%
Debt Service
4%
2017‐18 Citywide Expenditure & Uses by Line
Item $476 million
Executive Summary - Long Range Plan 1 - 35
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
OVERVIEW CITY OF RENTON 2017‐2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET
General Fund Revenue and Sources
2014 2015 2016 2015 2016 2017 2018 2017‐18 vs. 2015‐16 Adp
General Government Actual Adopted Adopted Actual YR End Est Proposed Proposed $ %
Revenue:
Property Tax 34,695,390$ 35,440,000$ 36,353,314$ 35,749,429$ 36,613,314$ 24,103,395$ 19,072,308$ (28,617,611) ‐39.9%
Sales Tax 26,322,721 27,065,218 28,268,383 28,702,842 30,680,795 31,443,578 31,586,144 7,696,121 13.9%
Utility Taxes 15,915,614 16,173,734 16,308,217 15,647,104 15,441,217 15,478,137 15,614,124 (1,389,690) ‐4.3%
Business & Occupation Tax ‐ ‐ 5,000,000 ‐ 5,000,000 6,800,000 6,936,000 8,736,000 174.7%
Reduction in Business License ‐ ‐ (1,200,000) ‐ (1,200,000) ‐ ‐ 1,200,000 ‐100.0%
Less: Transfer to CIP ‐ ‐ (1,000,000) ‐ (1,000,000) (2,473,974) (1,379,314) (2,853,288) 285.3%
Business License (GF portion)501,866 492,000 488,000 529,347 528,000 671,437 674,708 366,145 37.4%
Real Estate Excise Tax 4,348,762 4,000,000 4,000,000 4,595,166 5,200,000 4,420,000 4,420,000 840,000 10.5%
Less: Transfer to CIP (1,650,000) (1,000,000) (2,000,000) (1,401,300) (2,000,000) (4,420,000) (4,420,000) (5,840,000) 194.7%
Other Taxes 4,390,795 4,279,000 4,305,000 5,057,821 4,308,597 3,829,000 3,829,000 (926,000) ‐10.8%
Subtotal Taxes 84,525,147 86,449,952 90,522,914 88,880,409 93,571,923 79,851,573 76,332,970 (20,788,323) ‐11.7%
Building Permit/Development Service 4,525,817 4,679,749 4,693,368 6,082,780 5,923,368 5,735,368 5,451,699 1,813,951 19.4%
Other Lic. and Permits 102,804 105,000 105,000 108,247 105,000 106,575 108,174 4,749 2.3%
InterGov 3,100,937 2,507,000 2,507,000 3,175,555 3,475,000 3,160,630 3,194,765 1,341,395 26.8%
Fire Service Contract 5,654,457 5,800,000 5,800,000 6,051,607 3,189,067 ‐ ‐ (11,600,000) ‐100.0%
Other Charges for Svcs 3,498,317 3,207,282 3,356,974 3,479,323 3,359,774 3,423,389 3,444,129 303,262 4.6%
InterFund Service Charge 3,270,503 3,147,416 3,336,420 3,106,430 3,439,406 4,178,976 4,361,086 2,056,226 31.7%
Court Fines 2,682,948 3,320,500 3,320,500 3,019,236 3,320,500 2,820,500 2,820,500 (1,000,000) ‐15.1%
Miscellaneous Revenue 1,587,517 1,454,993 1,454,993 1,605,215 1,324,000 1,200,922 1,200,922 (508,142) ‐17.5%
General Fund Operating Rev 108,948,448 110,671,892 115,097,169 115,508,803 117,708,038 100,477,933 96,914,245 (28,376,883) ‐12.6%
Transfer 48,632 250,000 250,000 13,962,028 3,108,186 158,696 142,975 (198,329) ‐39.7%
Capital and Other Grants 1,724,540 1,345,110 853,796 1,194,387 2,116,345 1,264,550 1,273,509 339,153 15.4%
1X Revenue 1,060,513 600,000 600,000 2,582,092 711,227 ‐ ‐ (1,200,000) ‐100.0%
Subtotal Other Sources 2,833,685 2,195,110 1,703,796 17,738,507 5,935,758 1,423,246 1,416,484 (1,059,176) ‐27.2%
Total Rev/Other Svcs 111,782,133 112,867,002 116,800,965 133,247,310 123,643,796 101,901,179 98,330,729 (29,436,059) ‐12.8%
The proposed budget includes the Business & Occupation (B&O) Tax implemented January 1, 2016 at 0.05% for
retail activities and 0.085% for other business activities. Only those businesses generating more than $1.5 million
in annual gross receipts are subject to the tax. Those businesses meeting the B&O threshold and paying B&O tax
are exempt from the per employee Business License Fee. The proposed budget includes an increase in the
Business License Fee from $110 to $150 to fund a Program Auditor due to workload associated with the
implementation of the B&O Tax. The 2017 B&O estimate is $6.8 million and the Business License Fee estimate is
$0.67 million.
Property
Tax
31%
Sales Tax
24%
Utility Tax
14%
B & O Taxes
2%
Other Taxes
6%
Intergovt
2%
Dev. Svs
4%
Svc Chrgs
8%
Court Fines
3%
Interfund
3%
Misc.
3%
2015‐16 General Fund Revenue & Sources
$229.7 million
Property
Tax
22%
Sales Tax
31%
Utility Tax
16%
B & O Taxes
7%
Other Taxes
3%
Intergovt
3%
Dev. Svs
6%
Svc Chrgs
3%
Court Fines
3%
Interfund
4%
Misc.
2%
2017‐18 General Fund Proposed Revenue &
Sources $200.2 million
Executive Summary - Long Range Plan 1 - 36
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
CITY OF RENTON 2017‐2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET OVERVIEW
General Fund Expenditure by Department and Change in Fund Balance
2014 2015 2016 2015 2016 2017 2018 2017‐18 vs. 2015‐16 Adp
General Government Actual Adopted Adopted Actual YR End Est Proposed Proposed $ %
Expenditures by Dept:
Legislative 309,317$ 335,838$ 348,161$ 320,877$ 381,563$ 368,211$ 376,303$ 60,515 8.8%
Executive*1,338,738 1,497,993 1,535,707 1,691,189 2,158,106 2,492,776 2,592,990 2,052,066 67.6%
Court Services 2,016,273$ 2,111,321$ 2,187,710$ 1,966,964$ 2,219,206$ 2,220,656$ 2,260,201$ 181,827 4.2%
City Attorney 1,829,254 2,001,421 2,108,770 1,791,167 2,256,903 2,163,329 2,262,342 315,480 7.7%
Community & Economic Devl.6,419,552 7,160,835 7,574,782 6,980,384 8,748,357 8,477,801 8,727,847 2,470,031 16.8%
Administrative Services 3,667,073 3,886,678 4,063,117 3,787,896 4,134,428 4,433,907 4,546,339 1,030,451 13.0%
Human Resources 922,668 1,316,577 1,366,886 1,182,629 1,391,757 1,321,317 1,366,993 4,847 0.2%
Police 30,043,913 32,407,334 34,028,968 32,286,965 35,291,433 35,093,967 37,053,286 5,710,952 8.6%
Fire & ES*25,240,760 26,876,976 27,970,913 26,536,999 24,593,804 ‐ ‐ (54,847,889) ‐100.0%
Public Works 9,156,533 10,462,578 10,861,563 10,307,275 11,496,860 11,491,422 11,706,855 1,874,136 8.8%
Community Services 12,042,539 13,699,445 14,184,015 13,162,746 14,438,069 15,005,949 15,038,745 2,161,234 7.8%
Other City Services 6,233,346 2,967,502 2,886,336 6,669,740 3,603,875 3,720,551 3,720,864 1,587,577 27.1%
Debt Service 8,393,140 6,463,588 6,248,676 6,490,178 6,248,676 6,066,629 5,703,244 (942,391) ‐7.4%
General Fund Operating Exp 107,613,106 111,188,086 115,365,603 113,175,010 116,963,037 92,856,515 95,356,009 (38,341,164) ‐16.9%
1‐Time & Capital Projects 3,655,000 1,400,000 1,140,000 17,508,741 7,476,071 ‐ ‐ (2,540,000) ‐100.0%
Grant Expenses 403,005 353,358 295,986 165,996 2,157,035 6,524,857 774,857 6,650,370 1024.2%
Subtotal Other Uses 4,058,005 1,753,358 1,435,986 17,674,737 9,633,106 6,524,857 774,857 4,110,370 128.9%
Total Exp/Other Uses 111,671,112 112,941,443 116,801,589 130,849,747 126,596,143 99,381,372 96,130,866 (34,230,794) ‐14.9%
In(Decrease) in FB 111,021 (74,442) (624) 2,397,563 (2,952,347) 2,519,806 2,199,863
Beginning Fund balance 17,454,262 17,565,283 17,490,841 17,565,283 19,962,846 17,010,499 19,530,306
Ending Fund Balance (EFB)17,565,283 17,490,841 17,490,217 19,962,846 17,010,499 19,530,306 21,730,169
EFB as % of Operating Budget 16%16%15%18%15%21%23%
*Emergency Management is reported under Executive effective July 2016
General
Govt
11%
Com Eco
Dvlpmt
6%
Police
29%
Court
Services
2%
Fire
24%Public
Works
9%
Com. Svcs
12%
Debt
Service
6%
1X & Capital
1%
2015‐16 General Fund Expenditue & Uses
$229.7 million
General
Govt
15%
Com Eco
Dvlpmt
9%
Police
37%
Court
Services
2%
Fire
0%
Public
Works
12%
Com. Svcs
15%Debt
Service
6%1X & Capital
4%
2017‐18 Proposed General Fund Expenditure
& Uses $195.5 million
Executive Summary - Long Range Plan 1 - 37
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
OVERVIEW CITY OF RENTON 2017‐2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET
General Fund Expenditure by Line Item
2014 2015 2016 2015 2016 2017 2018 2017‐18 vs. 2015‐16 Adp
General Fund Actual Adopted Adopted Actual Yr End Est Proposed Proposed $ %
Expenditure by Line item
Wages 44,008,663$ 47,765,619$ 49,774,652$ 46,112,934$ 51,084,590$ 35,764,051$ 37,182,695$ (24,593,524) ‐25.2%
Overtime 3,392,656 2,021,903 2,110,219 3,008,187 2,094,736 1,402,561 1,404,397 (1,325,164) ‐32.1%
Retirement 3,301,990 3,797,021 4,354,650 3,584,769 4,367,571 3,491,316 3,852,430 (807,925) ‐9.9%
Social Security 2,564,498 2,686,954 2,782,456 2,653,460 2,834,011 2,639,612 2,727,470 (102,327) ‐1.9%
Medical 9,374,524 10,685,558 11,632,245 9,258,529 11,603,255 7,432,405 7,821,265 (7,064,132) ‐31.7%
LEOFF Medical 1,672,684 2,191,684 2,191,684 2,191,684 2,591,684 2,591,684 2,591,684 800,000 18.3%
Payroll Taxes 1,316,098 1,612,449 1,439,086 1,469,336 1,149,266 1,478,040 1,485,605 (87,889) ‐2.9%
Intermittent Pay / Benefit 1,753,333 1,739,273 1,753,273 1,776,585 1,760,978 1,752,187 1,752,187 11,828 0.3%
Total Personnel Costs 67,384,447 72,500,459 76,038,264 70,055,484 77,486,091 56,551,855 58,817,734 (33,169,134) ‐22.3%
Materials/Supplies & Small Eq 2,137,020 2,367,275 2,341,924 2,138,661 3,193,125 1,539,350 1,539,350 (1,630,499) ‐34.6%
Services 7,542,687 7,800,288 7,790,538 8,463,422 10,356,810 8,733,579 8,664,642 1,807,395 11.6%
Intergovernmental 6,527,110 7,135,724 7,650,391 7,146,940 7,868,249 7,805,310 8,852,060 1,871,255 12.7%
Debt Service 8,393,140 6,463,588 6,248,676 6,490,178 6,248,676 6,066,629 5,703,244 (942,391) ‐7.4%
Interfund‐IDC & Services 8,313 12,342 12,342 10,969 12,342 12,342 12,342 ‐ 0.0%
IS‐IT 3,271,216 3,769,326 3,782,237 3,769,326 3,715,170 3,881,327 3,665,284 (4,952) ‐0.1%
IS‐Communication 738,532 814,535 845,649 814,535 832,779 879,418 900,609 119,843 7.2%
IS‐ER M&O 2,186,244 2,439,128 2,482,843 2,460,102 2,392,774 1,535,840 1,555,768 (1,830,363) ‐37.2%
IS‐ER RR 1,133,517 1,921,805 2,115,873 1,921,805 2,079,665 1,242,465 1,123,727 (1,671,486) ‐41.4%
IS‐Insurance 1,349,392 1,561,682 1,599,938 1,561,682 1,562,670 1,397,700 1,408,476 (355,444) ‐11.2%
IS‐Facilities 4,106,730 4,744,291 4,752,914 4,744,291 4,675,366 3,900,557 3,887,630 (1,709,018) ‐18.0%
Subtotal Non‐Personnel Cost 37,393,900 39,029,984 39,623,325 39,521,912 42,937,627 36,994,517 37,313,132 (4,345,660) ‐5.5%
Exp Before Capital 104,778,347 111,530,443 115,661,589 109,577,396 120,423,719 93,546,372 96,130,866 (37,514,794) ‐16.5%
Transfer out (capital/Reserves)6,892,765 1,411,000 1,140,000 7,699,010 6,172,424 5,835,000 ‐ 3,284,000 128.7%
Early Ret./Refunding Escrow ‐ ‐ ‐ 13,573,341 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ N/A
Exp Before Interfund 6,892,765 1,411,000 1,140,000 21,272,351 6,172,424 5,835,000 ‐ 3,284,000 128.7%
Grand Total 111,671,112$ 112,941,443$ 116,801,589$ 130,849,747$ 126,596,143$ 99,381,372$ 96,130,866$ (34,230,794)$ ‐14.9%
Personnel
59%
Supplies/
Small Eq
2%Services &
Utilities
9%
Inter‐Gov
8%
Inter ‐Fund
13%
Transfer/
Capital
3%
Debt Service
6%
2017‐18 General Fund Expenditure & Uses
by Line Item $195.5 million
Personnel
65%
Supplies/
Small Eq
2%
Services &
Utilities
7%
Inter‐
Gov
6%Inter‐Fund
13%
Transfer/
Capital
1%
Debt
Service
6%
2015‐16 General Fund Expenditure & Uses
by Line Item $229.7 million
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CITY OF RENTON 2017‐2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET OVERVIEW
Change in Fund Balance
Fund
Beginning
Fund Balance
2017‐2018
Revenue
2017‐2018
Expenditure
2017‐2018
Change
Ending Fund
Balance
000 General Governmental 17,010,498 200,231,907 195,512,238 4,719,669 21,730,167
102 ARTERIAL STREETS 31,697 1,330,000 1,330,000 ‐ 31,697
108 LEASED CITY PROPERTIES 82,331 1,805,100 1,685,750 119,350 201,681
110 SPECIAL HOTEL‐MOTEL TAX 214,292 530,000 530,000 ‐ 214,292
125 ONE PERCENT FOR ART 23,256 39,505 30,000 9,505 32,761
127 CABLE COMMUNICATIONS DEVE 263,780 220,348 220,348 ‐ 263,780
135 SPRINGBROOK WETLANDS BAN 332,491 ‐ ‐ ‐ 332,491
303 COMMUNITY SERVICES IMPACT 1,326,009 173,000 ‐ 173,000 1,499,009
304 FIRE IMPACT MITIGATION 458,670 198,000 301,671 (103,671) 354,999
305 TRANSPORTATION IMPACT MI T 1,487,248 1,252,400 1,010,000 242,400 1,729,648
316 MUNICIPAL FACILITIES CIP 1,100,966 14,979,000 15,979,011 (1,000,011) 100,955
317 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT 1,265,189 15,272,152 15,976,211 (704,059) 561,130
326 HOUSING OPPORTUNITY 1,016,775 ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,016,775
4x2 AIRPORT 1,783,241 7,654,295 8,293,766 (639,471) 1,143,770
403 SOLID WASTE UTILITY 1,525,437 38,693,569 38,384,615 308,954 1,834,391
4X4 MUNICIPAL GOLF 407,305 5,881,242 5,412,043 469,199 876,504
4X5 WATER 12,897,685 34,600,965 44,028,923 (9,427,958) 3,469,727
4X6 WASTEWATER 7,545,528 20,061,282 24,161,928 (4,100,646) 3,444,882
416 KING COUNTY METRO 3,992,378 35,011,386 35,011,386 ‐ 3,992,378
4X7 SURFACE WATER 6,204,462 23,519,371 26,589,859 (3,070,488) 3,133,974
501 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 6,269,895 11,118,720 12,465,212 (1,346,492) 4,923,403
502 INSURANCE 13,638,917 6,599,882 6,737,503 (137,621) 13,501,296
503 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 1,200,702 11,000,548 10,935,481 65,067 1,265,769
504 FACILITIES 805,658 9,753,434 9,960,071 (206,637) 599,021
505 COMMUNICATIONS 504,191 2,180,553 2,177,034 3,519 507,710
512 HEALTHCARE INSURANCE 3,622,942 15,979,487 16,731,554 (752,067) 2,870,875
522 LEOFF1 RETIREES HEALTHCARE 9,997,142 2,513,178 2,134,473 378,705 10,375,847
611 FIREMENS PENSION 5,566,560 936,000 410,950 525,050 6,091,610
All Other Funds 83,564,747 261,303,417 280,497,789 (19,194,372) 64,370,375
TOTAL ALL FUNDS 100,575,245$ 461,535,324$ 476,010,028$ (14,474,703)$ 86,100,542$
The 2017‐18 proposed budget will result in a net decrease in fund balance of $14.5 million citywide. The change
is a combination of capital project funding timing (all capital project related funds, as well as enterprise funds),
planned increase in reserves for replacements (Equipment Rental Fund) and contingencies (Insurance Fund), and
planned reduction in reserves in excess of the required amounts (Healthcare Insurance). The operating funds are
expected to remain relatively stable with revenues closely matched with planned expenditures.
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OVERVIEW CITY OF RENTON 2017‐2018 BIENNIAL BUDGET
Change in Fund Balance
$17.0
$0.0
$0.1
$0.2
$0.0
$0.3
$0.3
$1.3
$0.5
$1.5
$1.1
$1.3
$1.0
$1.8
$1.5
$0.4
$12.9
$7.5
$4.0
$6.2
$6.3
$13.6
$1.2
$0.8
$0.5
$3.6
$10.0
$5.6
$21.7
$0.0
$0.2
$0.2
$0.0
$0.3
$0.3
$1.5
$0.4
$1.7
$0.1
$0.6
$1.0
$1.1
$1.8
$0.9
$3.5
$3.4
$4.0
$3.1
$4.9
$13.5
$1.3
$0.6
$0.5
$2.9
$10.4
$6.1
$0 $4 $8 $12 $16 $20 $24
General Governmental
ARTERIAL STREETS
LEASED CITY PROPERTIES
SPECIAL HOTEL ‐MOTEL TAX
ONE PERCENT FOR ART
CABLE COMMUNICATIONS DEVELOPMENT
SPRINGBROOK WETLANDS BANK
COMMUNITY SERVICES IMPACT MITIGATION
FIRE IMPACT MITIGATION
TRANSPORTATION IMPACT MITIGATION
MUNICIPAL FACILITIES CIP
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
AIRPORT
SOLID WASTE UTILITY
MUNICIPAL GOLF
WATER
WASTEWATER
KING COUNTY METRO
SURFACE WATER
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
INSURANCE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
FACILITIES
COMMUNICATIONS
HEALTHCARE INSURANCE
LEOFF1 RETIREES HEALTHCARE
FIREMENS PENSION
Millions
Beginning Fund Balance Ending Fund Balance
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General Fund Long Range Projection
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
Summary ($ in Million)Actual Actual Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected
Beginning Fund Balance 17.5$ 17.6$ 20.0$ 17.0$ 19.5$ 21.7$ 19.1$ 14.0$ 7.1$
Operating Revenue 108.9$ 115.5$ 121.3$ 100.5$ 96.9$ 96.0$ 97.8$ 99.5$ 101.4$
Base Operating Expenditure (107.6) (113.2) (117.9) (92.6) (95.0) (99.2) (103.5) (106.7) (107.3)
Operating Surplus (Deficit)1.3$ 2.3$ 3.4$ 7.6$ 1.6$ (3.2)$ (5.7)$ (7.2)$ (5.9)$
1X Sources 2.8$ 17.7$ 4.1$ 1.4$ 1.4$ 0.6$ 0.6$ 0.3$ 0.3$
1X Uses (4.1) (17.7) (10.6) (6.5) (0.8) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐
Net Resources ‐ Uses 0.1$ 2.4$ (3.1)$ 2.5$ 2.2$ (2.6)$ (5.1)$ (6.9)$ (5.6)$
Ending Fund Balance 17.6$ 20.0$ 17.0$ 19.5$ 21.7$ 19.1$ 14.0$ 7.1$ 1.5$
Key Revenue Assumptions:2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
Sales Tax Growth * 5.6% 9.0% 6.9% 2.5% 0.5%‐3.4% 3.5% 3.1% 3.1%
Property Tax 6.8% 3.0% 2.4%‐34.2%‐20.9% 2.0% 2.0% 2.0% 2.0%
B&O/Business License 0.0% 2.0% 2.0% 2.0% 2.0% 2.0% 2.0% 2.0% 2.0%
Overall Operating Revenue Growth 4.8% 6.0% 5.0%‐17.2%‐3.5%‐0.9% 1.9% 1.7% 1.9%
Wage Increase 2.1% 2.5% 2.0% 2.5% 2.5% 2.5% 2.5% 2.5% 2.5%
Medical Cost Growth Rate 2.8% 10.0% 5.5%0.0% 5.0%8.0% 8.0% 8.0% 8.0%
PERS (Pension) Contribution Rate 9.2% 12.5% 12.5% 12.9% 12.9% 13.9% 13.9% 14.9% 14.9%
Overall Operating Expense Growth 6.5% 5.2% 4.2%‐21.3% 2.7% 4.0% 4.3% 3.1% 0.6%
* 2018 and 2019 reduced growth of overall sales tax revenue reflect the end of annexation sales tax credit stating September
2018 and overall slower growth in economy.
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Base Operating Expenditure Operating Revenue Ending Fund Balance
The City’s fiscal policy requires the City to prepare a long‐term projection for General Governmental and other
funds as deemed necessary. The City prepares projections for tax‐supported Governmental funds as well as rate‐
supported utility funds. The purposes are similar: to ensure operations, as well as maintaining capital assets, are
sustainable with the taxes and utility rate revenues. These plans allow the City to proactively manage and
implement corrective measures over time to avoid sudden drastic changes in service levels or in revenue/tax
policies.
In addition, the City’s fiscal policy requires a balanced budget, with operating costs covered by operating revenues.
While the policy does not require a balanced budget in the projected period beyond the current budget years, the
intent is to adjust current operations to a sustainable level within the projection horizon.
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Approximately 79% of General Fund Revenue is from taxes, and 22% from Property Tax alone. The key revenue
assumptions shown in the table above reflects a projection for a healthy economy that will generate between
1.0% to 1.5% of new construction value per year to be added to the property tax roll over the next four years;
however, the property tax levy rate reflects a $1.00 decrease in 2017 and a $5.5 million decrease in the levy in
2018 due to the formation of the Regional Fire Authority (RFA). The key assumptions include a strong sales tax
growth rate of 3.1% to 3.8% per year; however, the annexation sales tax credit expires in mid‐2018 and results in
less sales tax in that year and into the future. Key expenditure growth drivers are wages, employee healthcare
costs, and state pension costs. The assumption is that wages will grow by the rate of inflation, employee
healthcare costs will grow by the historical average, and state pension contributions will increase from 12.9% to
14.9% over the planning period. These underlying assumptions cannot bring the overall revenue growth to match
the projected expenditure growth. This is the structural deficit that local governments are faced with and have
visited again and again, but no permanent fix is in sight. Unless the state legislature takes action to allow property
tax to grow by inflation and population growth, this issue will persist into the future.
To solve this problem locally, the City implemented a new B&O tax effective January 1, 2016, discussed more fully
below in the “B&O Tax/Business License Fee” section, which allowed General Fund revenue to grow at a rate more
similar to the projected operating expenditures. A gap starts to reappear again and widen in 2019 and 2020 due
to the expiration of the 10‐year annexation sales tax credit for the Benson Hill annexation, as well as the
commitment to reduce property taxes is 2017 and 2018 due to the formation of the RFA.
MAJOR REVENUES
Property Tax (RCW 84.52)
Annexations and new construction have contributed to substantial growth in the City’s property tax base in the
past decade, but was eroded by the Great Recession. The City’s assessed value (AV) peaked in 2009 at $13.2 billion
when the $2 billion (or 24%) value from Benson Hill annexation was added to our tax base. The Great Recession
eroded the tax base to $10.6 billion by 2013 or by 19% during this period. The valuation improved by 6% in 2014,
11.3% in 2015, and 5.6% in 2016. The preliminary information form the King County Assessor’s office indicates
the City’s 2017 assessed value will improve again by 6.9% to $14.8 billion.
While the assessed value often increases or decreases by a large percentage from year to year, the City’s property
tax revenues do not. This is due to the mechanism of how Washington State’s property tax collection is
determined and the limitations placed on the amount can be raised by a governmental entity by the state law.
Two basic limitations are the limitation on the tax rate, and the limitation on the rate of growth in property tax
revenue.
1. The Tax Rate Limit:
The state constitution establishes the maximum regular property tax levy increase for all taxing districts
combined at 1%, or $10 per $1000, of assessed value of the property. This limitation is further divided by the
RCW to the various taxing districts. For cities served by library and/or fire districts, the tax rate limit is
calculated by deducting the amount levied by the library district (up to $0.50 per thousand dollars AV) and
the fire district (up to $1.50 per thousand dollars AV) from the $3.60 local portion of the levy. For cities that
have a fire pension fund, as does Renton, an additional $0.225 may be levied. Based on this calculation,
Renton’s property tax rate is limited to $3.325 per $1,000 of assessed value.
2. The 1% growth limit in property tax revenue:
Before 2002, a taxing district could increase the property tax levy amount annually by 6% of the amount levied
in the previous year, up to the applicable tax rate limit discussed above. This growth limit was established in
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1973 as the Legislature responded to people's concerns that property taxes were rising too fast due to the
real estate boom occurring at that time.
Initiative 747, approved by voters in 2001 and taking effect in 2002, lowered the limit to the lesser of 1% or
inflation. Property tax growth resulting from new construction, changes in value of state‐assessed utility
property, and newly annexed property are exempt from this limit and may be added to the base tax levy. This
growth limit can be "lifted" by voters with a simple majority approval, and the amount can be added to the
levy base permanently for future years if the intent is clearly stated in the ballot measure.
Distribution of Property Tax
Most properties in Renton pay $13.22 per $1000
AV in 2016, of which 21% goes to City services.
The remaining 79% goes to the Renton School
District (41%), King County (12%) for regional
services, the State School fund (16%), King County
Library System (3%), Valley Medical (4%), Port of
Seattle (1%), and Emergency Medical Services
(2%). The City’s portion of property tax is $843 in
2016 on an average home.
Past and Projected Property Tax Revenue
Sales Tax (RCW 82.14)
Sales tax is the second largest taxing source for
Renton representing approximately 32% of
General Fund revenue. Renton’s economy
generates approximately $281 million in sales
taxes, but similar to property tax, the City only
receives approximately 10% of the sales tax
revenue generated within Renton. The remaining
90% goes to other government entities and to
support public transit and public facility agencies.
In addition to the local sales tax, the City also
receives a distribution of a voter‐approved
criminal justice sales tax and a 0.1% annexation
sales tax for the annexation of the Benson Hill area in 2008 which is set to expire in mid‐2018.
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Property Tax
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2013 Actual 10,558$ ‐2.4% 32,485,690$ ‐3.0%
2014 Actual 11,332$ 7.3% 34,695,390$ 6.8%
2015 Actual 12,937$ 12.0% 35,749,429$ 3.0%
2016 Proj.13,813$ 6.8% 36,613,314$ 2.4%
2017 Budget 14,761$ 6.9% 24,103,395$ ‐34.2%
2018 Budget 15,204$ 3.0% 19,072,308$ ‐20.9%
2019 Proj.15,660$ 3.0% 19,453,754$ 2.0%
2020 Proj.16,130$ 3.0% 19,842,829$ 2.0%
2021 Proj.16,614$ 3.0% 20,239,686$ 2.0%
2022 Proj.17,112$ 3.0% 20,644,480$ 2.0%
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Criminal Justice Sales Tax (RCW 82.14.340)
Criminal justice sales tax is a 0.1% voter‐approved
optional sales tax in King County, collected
countywide and distributed based on population.
Because it employs a more diverse tax base and
different distribution formula than regular sales
taxes, this source is typically more stable and is
projected to grow by the inflationary growth plus
population growth.
Annexation Sales Tax Credit
The annexation sales tax credit is a tool the
State uses to encourage cities to annex
currently unincorporated urban areas. The
tax is credited toward the State’s portion of
sales tax, so there is no net impact on
taxpayers. The credit lasts ten years and is
intended to help cities who annex large
urban areas to pay for service costs that
exceeded revenue generated in the area.
Renton receives the sales tax credit for the
Benson Hill Annexation that took effect in
March 2008.
The effective date of any new annexation
credit is July 1 (beginning of the State fiscal year), with the first distribution reaching the City in September (a two‐
month lag). Therefore, the amount Renton received in 2008 for Benson Hill represented receipts over a four‐
month period. The 2018 annexation sales tax credit will be the final year for this tax credit, with the final
distribution in August.
Composition and Projected Growth
The current year composition of the City’s sales tax is
relatively diverse with General Retail representing the
largest portion at 29%, followed by Service Industry at 22%,
Automotive at 19%, Construction at 16%, Manufacturing at
7%, and Wholesale and Miscellaneous at 5% and 2%,
respectively. This is relatively consistent with historical
average with the exception of manufacturing and
contracting sectors.
The change in manufacturing sector is due to the use tax
reporting change of one local company to directly
report use tax instead of the normal vendor collection
and remission of sales taxes. This change has the effect
of reclassifying activities in various sectors into the
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Criminal Justice Annexation Credit
Base Sales Tax
Year
Base Sales
Tax
Annexation
Credit
Criminal
Justice Total
%
change
2011 Actual 17,729,731 2,033,954 1,809,757 21,573,442 3.5%
2012 Actual 18,564,670 2,208,492 1,924,470 22,697,632 5.2%
2013 Actual 20,416,372 2,418,789 2,091,174 24,926,335 9.8%
2014 Actual 21,512,379 2,542,394 2,267,947 26,322,721 5.6%
2015 Actual 23,439,266 2,778,858 2,484,718 28,702,842 9.0%
2016 Proj. 25,100,000 3,000,000 2,580,795 30,680,795 6.9%
2017 Budget 25,700,400 3,063,280 2,679,898 31,443,578 2.5%
2018 Budget 26,683,440 2,120,300 2,782,404 31,586,144 0.5%
2019 Proj. 27,624,031 ‐ 2,880,484 30,504,515 ‐3.4%
2020 Proj. 28,597,778 ‐ 2,982,021 31,579,799 3.5%
2021 Proj. 29,477,160 ‐ 3,073,718 32,550,878 3.1%
2022 Proj. 30,383,583 ‐ 3,168,235 33,551,817 3.1%
* Annexation sale tax credit ends August (for June transaction) 2018.
Retail
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Manuf.
7%
Services
22%
Contracting
16%
Wholesale
5%
Auto
19%
Misc.
2%
2016 Projected Sales Tax Composition
Sector
Average
2008‐2015 2016 Difference
Retail 31.9% 28.8%‐3.2%
Manuf. 6.0% 7.0% 1.0%
Services 21.4% 22.1% 0.8%
Contracting 14.2% 15.8% 1.5%
Wholesale 5.5% 4.9%‐0.6%
Auto 18.2% 19.1% 0.8%
Misc.2.7% 2.4%‐0.3%
Total 100.0% 100.0% 0.0%
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manufacturing sector. It also allows less visibility of whether the underlining activities are one‐time or on‐going in
nature.
The construction sector, after recovery in 2013 to 14% of the total sales tax revenue, dropped back to 10% of total
sales tax in 2014, but regained some ground in 2016 at 16%. During the three worst years of the Great Recession,
construction dropped from over 20% to 10%. The strong showing in 2016 reflects a couple of very large
commercial projects.
Like many other cities in the state, Renton’s sales tax was one of the hardest hit revenue sources by the Great
Recession with an overall peak‐to‐through reduction of 18% and a revenue loss of $3.8 million, and finally six years
after the recession ended, the 2014 sales tax revenue exceeded the peak reached in 2008.
The projection of future sales tax growth is based on inflation and population growth. The slower and negative
growth in 2019 reflects the end of the distribution of annexation sales tax credit.
Utility Taxes (RCW 82.16)
Cities and towns in Washington
State are authorized to levy a tax
on the gross income derived from
sales of utility services generated
within the city or town; this is
known as a utility tax. The tax
rate for electric, phone, and gas
utilities are limited to 6% without
voter approval, with no limitation
on other public utilities. The City
currently levies a 6% utility tax on
phone (both landline and cellular
services), electric, natural gas, and cable services. City utilities (water, sewer, storm drainage, and solid waste),
pay an inter‐fund utility tax. The current tax rates are 6.8% for water, storm drainage, and garbage (both City
operated and franchise provider operated) services. The additional 0.8% was added during the 2013‐14 budget to
generate additional revenue for general governmental capital projects.
Natural gas is used mostly for heating purposes; therefore, the consumption and the resulting tax revenue are
very sensitive to winter weather conditions. The landline phone service has declined over the years. The growth
rate of wireless/cellular phone service slowed in the past two years as well but appears to have stabilized over the
past couple of years. Electricity, City utilities, and cable TV are projected to grow by population plus inflation.
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Electric Natural Gas Brokered NG City Utilities Cell Phone Phone Cable TV NC Garbage
Year Electric Natural Gas
Brokered
NG
City
Utilities Cable TV Phone Cell Phone
Non‐City
Garbage Total
%
Change
2013 Actual 5,155,789 1,550,900 263,660 3,964,989 1,481,779 917,021 2,050,312 397,596 15,782,047 ‐1.1%
2014 Actual 5,167,444 1,562,341 271,485 3,961,052 1,518,821 909,088 1,951,925 573,457 15,915,614 0.8%
2015 Actual 5,012,962 1,437,552 228,899 4,183,165 1,591,866 880,233 1,674,355 638,073 15,647,104 ‐1.7%
2016 Proj. 5,396,019 1,350,900 228,000 3,883,377 1,629,365 752,500 1,521,056 680,000 15,441,217 ‐1.3%
2017 Budget 5,396,019 1,350,900 228,000 3,941,628 1,645,659 714,875 1,521,056 680,000 15,478,137 0.2%
2018 Budget 5,476,959 1,350,900 228,000 4,000,752 1,662,115 679,131 1,536,267 680,000 15,614,124 0.9%
2019 Proj. 5,559,113 1,350,900 228,000 4,060,763 1,678,736 645,174 1,551,630 680,000 15,754,317 0.9%
2020 Proj. 5,642,500 1,350,900 228,000 4,121,675 1,695,524 612,916 1,567,146 680,000 15,898,660 0.9%
2021 Proj. 5,727,138 1,350,900 228,000 4,183,500 1,712,479 582,270 1,582,817 680,000 16,047,104 0.9%
2022 Proj. 5,813,045 1,350,900 228,000 4,246,252 1,729,604 553,156 1,598,646 680,000 16,199,603 1.0%
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B&O Tax, Per Employee Business License Fee, and Business License Fee
The City of Renton first implemented its per employee based business license fee in 1998 with the rate set at $55
per full‐time equivalent employee in response to transportation infrastructure needs in Renton. Non‐profit and
government organizations are required to obtain a license but are exempt from paying this fee. The $55 per
employee rate was adjusted in 2013 to create a 1) a base fee registration fee of $45; and 2) an increase from $55
per FTE to $65 per FTE (FTE is defined as each 1,920 worker hours). The 2015 fee increase generated approximately
an additional $625k annually, which is dedicated to Capital Projects. All businesses are required to pay a business
license registration fee at the time of application of $110. The proposed budget includes an increase from $110
to $150 for the annual business license fee to help fund the cost of administration for the B&O tax implemented
on January 1, 2016. The increase is expected to generate approximately $140,000 annually.
B&O Tax
The proposed budget
includes the B&O tax
implemented on January
1, 2016. The B&O tax is
based on gross receipts
of a business. The key
provisions of the B&O
tax are:
Businesses with $1.5 million or higher annual gross receipts are required to pay B&O tax.
The maximum amount subject to B&O tax was capped at $5 billion a year and will automatically be
adjusted annually by inflation beginning January 1, 2017.
The tax rate is 0.085% (maximum allowed is 0.2%; statewide average is 0.15%) for all business activities
other than retail, which has a rate of 0.05%; these rates cannot be adjusted by more than the rate of
inflation in any given year.
Narrow the non‐profit and government exemptions for both B&O tax and Business License fees.
Provides a three‐year, new employer tax credit for new businesses with 50 or more employees in Renton.
Businesses subject to B&O tax are exempt from paying the per employee business license fee.
The B&O tax was the only revenue option that City Council could take, which generated the funds needed to
maintain general City services. It will provide $3.8 million additional revenue (net of per employee business license
fee loss) in 2016 and increase to around $6.9 million in 2018. Most of this amount is needed for the General Fund
operations. Without this funding source, the City would need to reduce around 30 positions from General Fund
operations, which would result in significantly reducing services to the community. The B&O tax and per employee
licenses fees are also used to pay for transportation capital improvements.
Year
Business
License B&O Tax
Total
Revenue % change
General
Fund Transp. CIP
Gen Gov
CIP
Total
Allocated
2013 Actual 2,900,785 ‐ 2,900,785 30.3% 492,860 1,972,569 435,356 2,900,785
2014 Actual 2,952,161 ‐ 2,952,161 1.8% 501,866 2,007,466 442,829 2,952,161
2015 Actual 3,113,511 ‐ 3,113,511 5.5% 529,347 2,118,314 465,850 3,113,511
2016 Proj. 1,947,000 5,000,000 6,947,000 123.1% 3,328,000 2,183,000 1,436,000 6,947,000
2017 Budget 1,288,453 6,800,000 8,088,453 16.4% 4,997,463 2,090,990 1,000,000 8,088,453
2018 Budget 1,297,894 6,936,000 8,233,894 1.8%6,231,394 2,002,500 ‐ 8,233,894
2019 Proj. 1,310,873 7,075,000 8,385,873 1.8% 6,349,555 2,036,318 ‐ 8,385,873
2020 Proj. 1,323,982 7,217,000 8,540,982 1.8% 6,470,231 2,070,750 ‐ 8,540,982
2021 Proj. 1,337,221 7,361,340 8,698,561 1.8% 6,592,753 2,105,808 ‐ 8,698,561
2022 Proj. 1,350,594 7,508,567 8,859,161 1.8% 6,717,657 2,141,504 ‐ 8,859,161
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Real Estate Excise Tax (REET)
The State of Washington levies a real estate excise tax (REET) on all
sales of real estate (measured by the full selling price, including the
amount of any liens, mortgages, and other debts given to secure
the purchase) at a rate of 1.28%. Local governments are also
authorized to impose REET. All cities and counties may levy a
quarter percent tax (described as "the first quarter percent of the
real estate excise tax" or "REET 1"). Cities and counties planning
under the Growth Management Act (GMA) have the authority to
levy a second quarter percent tax (“REET 2”). The statute further
specifies that if a county is required to plan under GMA or if a city
is located in such a county, the tax may be levied by a vote of the
legislative body. If, however, the county chooses to plan under GMA, the tax must be approved by a majority of
the voters.
REET 1 (RCW 82.46.010):
Initially authorized in 1982, cities and counties can use the receipts of REET 1 for all capital purposes. An
amendment in 1992 states that cities and counties with a population of 5,000 or more planning under the GMA
must spend REET 1 receipts solely on capital projects that are listed in the capital facilities plan element of their
comprehensive plan. Capital projects are: “public works projects of a local government for planning, acquisition,
construction, reconstruction, repair, replacement, rehabilitation, or improvement of streets; roads; highways;
sidewalks; street and road lighting systems; traffic signals; bridges; domestic water systems; storm and sanitary
sewer systems; parks; recreational facilities; law enforcement facilities; fire protection facilities; trails; libraries;
administrative and judicial facilities.” Receipts pledged to debt retirement prior to April 1992 and/or spent prior
to June 1992 are grandfathered from this restriction.
REET 2 (RCW 82.46.035):
The second quarter percent of the real estate excise tax (authorized in 1990) provides funding for cities and
counties to finance capital improvements required to occur concurrently with growth under the Growth
Management Act. An amendment in 1992 defines the "capital project" as: "Public works projects of a local
government for planning, acquisition, construction, reconstruction, repair, replacement, rehabilitation, or
improvement of streets, roads, highways, sidewalks, street and road lighting systems, traffic signals, bridges,
domestic water systems, storm and sanitary sewer systems, and planning, construction, reconstruction, repair,
rehabilitation, or improvement of parks.” Because of this amendment, acquisition of park land was no longer a
permitted use of REET 2 after March 1, 1992.
Another amendment was made in 2011 to allow
cities using REET for maintenance purpose for a
period of 3 years as a way to assist cities to cope
with general revenue losses due to the Great
Recession.
Trend and Projection
The combined two quarter‐percent of the REET is
expected to generate $4.4 million per year for the
upcoming biennium, less than 2016 when several
large transactions increased REET revenue. REET
Year
REET
Revenue % change
2013 Actual 4,131,665 46.9%
2014 Actual 4,348,762 5.3%
2015 Actual 4,595,166 5.7%
2016 Proj. 5,200,000 13.2%
2017 Budget 4,420,000 ‐15.0%
2018 Budget 4,420,000 0.0%
2019 Proj. 4,420,000 0.0%
2020 Proj. 4,420,000 0.0%
2021 Proj. 4,420,000 0.0%
2022 Proj. 4,420,000 0.0%
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revenue is used for in the General Governmental CIP Fund (316) and Transportation CIP Fund (317).
Gambling Excise Tax (RCW 9.46.110 & 9.46.113)
The City levies gambling taxes as follows:
5% on net receipts for bingo and raffles
2% for amusement games
5% on gross receipts for for‐profit
punchboards and pull‐tabs
10% on gross receipts for card rooms
All rates are the maximum authorized by state
statute, except for the card rooms, which has a
maximum rate of 20%. The State Legislature began
allowing the operation of "enhanced card rooms" or
mini‐casinos on non‐tribal land on a pilot basis in 1997 and on a
permanent basis in the spring of 2000. This activity provided a
significant revenue source for Renton, which generates about 80% of
the City’s gambling taxes. The remaining 20% are made up of pull‐tabs
and bingo.
Revenues from these activities are required to be used primarily for
the purpose of gambling enforcement (RCW 9.46.113). Case law has
clarified that "primarily" means "first be used" for gambling law
enforcement purposes to the extent necessary for that city. The
remaining funds may be used for any general government purpose.
The City designates Gambling Tax revenue as a law enforcement
resource.
Gambling revenues remained relatively stable for many years until 2010 when two gambling establishments went
out of business. The City’s 2013 revenue took another hit as one of the remaining card rooms had financial
problems and went into bankruptcy protection in early 2014. A buyer acquired the business and gambling tax
revenue reached $1.6 million in 2014, $2.3 million in 2015, but is expected to stabilize at $2.0 million for the
planning period.
The proposed budget includes a proposal to exempt raffles and bingos held by non‐profit organizations insofar as
the revenue received is used for charitable purposes. This modification is expected to have a negligible effect on
gambling tax revenue.
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Card Room Pull Tab Bingo Amusement
Year
Gambling
Tax % change
2013 Actual 1,319,585 ‐20.5%
2014 Actual 1,650,384 25.1%
2015 Actual 2,299,156 39.3%
2016 Proj. 2,000,000 ‐13.0%
2017 Budget 2,000,000 0.0%
2018 Budget 2,000,000 0.0%
2019 Proj. 2,000,000 0.0%
2020 Proj. 2,000,000 0.0%
2021 Proj. 2,000,000 0.0%
2022 Proj. 2,000,000 0.0%
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LICENSES AND PERMITS
Permit and Development Fees
The permit and development revenues were one of the most severely impacted revenues by the Great Recession.
The overall decline peak‐to‐trough is 54%. The bottom was reached in 2009 and has since seen a gradual recovery.
The proposed budget also includes a small market rate fee adjustment for the 2017‐18 biennium. After making a
significant adjustment after two decades of no‐adjustments in 2010, the City is changing its practice to maintain
a more gradual, stable pattern of fee adjustments for the future. Projections beyond the current budget year
reflect a reduction in revenue from the peak in 2015 and cyclical fluctuations in anticipation of potential economic
changes.
Franchise Fees
Franchise fees are charges levied on private utility companies to
recoup the City’s costs of their use of City streets and other public
properties to place utility infrastructure and costs of administering
the franchise. The franchise fees on electric, natural gas, and
telephone utilities are limited by statute to the actual administrative
expenses incurred by the City directly related to receiving and
approving permits, licenses, or franchisees. Cable TV franchise fees
are governed by the Federal Cable Communications Policy Act of
1994 and are negotiated with cable companies for an amount not to
exceed 5% of gross revenues, which is the primary source of the
City’s franchise fee revenue. The long‐term projection reflects the
relatively flat revenue received in recent years.
Intergovernmental Revenues (State‐Shared Revenues)
Intergovernmental revenues include state‐shared revenues, governmental grants and miscellaneous transfers
and, up until the formation of the Regional Fire Authority, revenue from inter‐governmental service contracts
such as the Fire and Emergency Services contracts with Fire District 25 (since 1996) and Fire District 40 (since
2008). The following information is primarily intergovernmental revenues in the City’s operating funds. There are
also substantial grant revenues in the capital project funds, particularly for transportation improvement projects.
The state‐shared revenues are from taxes and fees collected by the state and disbursed to municipalities based
on population or other criteria. In the past, the primary sources of these state‐shared revenues are fuel tax (tax
on gasoline consumption), liquor sales profit, and excise tax. This resource once provided 14% of the City’s
operational funds, but has decreased to just a little over 3%, mainly due to the elimination of the Motor Vehicle
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Building & Fire Permits Plan Review
Year
Building &
Fire Permits Plan Review Total
%
change
2013 Actual 2,662,813 2,659,514 5,322,327 25%
2014 Actual 3,112,906 2,715,036 5,827,942 9%
2015 Actual 3,813,832 3,571,072 7,384,905 27%
2016 Proj. 4,214,000 2,625,818 6,839,818 ‐7%
2017 Budget 4,037,000 2,614,818 6,651,818 ‐3%
2018 Budget 3,853,331 1,598,368 5,451,699 ‐18%
2019 Proj. 3,660,664 2,339,886 6,000,551 10%
2020 Proj. 3,660,664 1,518,450 5,179,114 ‐14%
2021 Proj. 3,660,664 1,518,450 5,179,114 0%
2022 Proj. 3,770,484 1,564,003 5,334,487 3%
Year Franchise % change
2013 Actual 1,312,727 4.0%
2014 Actual 1,342,269 2.3%
2015 Actual 1,349,154 0.5%
2016 Proj. 1,330,000 ‐1.4%
2017 Budget 1,330,000 0.0%
2018 Budget 1,330,000 0.0%
2019 Proj. 1,330,000 0.0%
2020 Proj. 1,330,000 0.0%
2021 Proj. 1,330,000 0.0%
2022 Proj. 1,330,000 0.0%
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Excise Tax (MVET) and the $30 limits on vehicle license fees. The remaining intergovernmental revenues also saw
reduction in recent years: liquor tax (no distribution in fiscal 2013 and 50% in 2014, 2015, and 2016), liquor profit
(capped by the state to amount received in 2013), and criminal justice distributions were reduced by 3%. Fuel
taxes are the only area remaining untouched.
The amount of grant revenue fluctuates greatly from year to year. The base grant amount reflects the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) and a couple of small public safety grants. The higher amount in 2009‐2016
timeframe reflects the SAFER and COPS grants used to restore six police and 9 firefighter positions during the
Great Recession. The Proposed Budget anticipates an additional $375k per year in 2017 and 2018 for COPS grants
to further restore police positions.
Charge for Services
Charges for services includes revenue generated
from services provided to the general public
(including recreation fees, facility rental fees),
certain public safety services, as well as services
provided internally between City departments
(Interfund Services) that are not operated
through Internal Service Fund structure. This
source is projected to generate approximately
$7.6 million per year.
Parks and Recreation Fees
Overall, recreation fees are generated from
recreation classes, athletic programs, leagues
and field rentals, senior activity center,
community center, and aquatic center fees and rentals. The revenue is projected at $2.4 million, consistent with
anticipated 2015 actual. In 2012 the City adopted a set of cost recovery guidelines that will require full cost
recovery for certain programs and allow partial cost recovery primary to certain customer groups such as seniors
and developmentally challenged populations. This change reduced the recreation fee revenue in 2013 which was
offset by a larger reduction in program costs.
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Interfund Services Parks and Rec Public Safety
Year
State Shared
Revenue
Grants &
Misc.Contracts
2013 Actual 2,610,715 1,253,259 5,436,365
2014 Actual 2,777,781 2,661,120 5,654,457
2015 Actual 2,948,661 2,041,362 6,051,607
2016 Proj. 3,092,000 2,037,087 3,189,067
2017 Budget 3,125,630 582,611 ‐
2018 Budget 3,159,765 575,849 ‐
2019 Proj. 3,194,411 575,849 ‐
2020 Proj. 3,229,578 575,849 ‐
2021 Proj. 3,265,271 575,849 ‐
2022 Proj. 3,301,500 575,849 ‐
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Public Safety Services
Public Safety services revenue includes private security,
electronic home detention, passport processing, court
cost recovery and miscellaneous services.
Interfund Services
In addition to activities accounted in the Internal Service
Funds that are fully allocated to all operating
departments, the City also has two types of inter‐fund
transactions that are intended to reimburse service cost incurred by one fund while services are consumed by
another.
1) Indirect Cost: All enterprise funds are required to reimburse the General Fund for overhead costs such as
accounting, human resources, records management, legal, and administrative expenses; and
2) Soft Capital Transfer: This is for staff time spent on capital projects for design, engineering, inspection,
project management and sometimes small project construction.
The indirect cost is determined through a cost allocation model using transaction volume, number of full‐time
employees, and size of budget as determining factors. The “soft‐capital” transfers are based on actual labor and
material costs incurred.
The overall Charge for Service revenue is approximately $7.6 million each year, normally with minor fluctuation
from year to year. However, the proposed budget for interfund services for 2017 is approximately $740,000
higher due increased cost to enterprise funds for the of bank charges and merchant service fees, increased cost
to enterprise funds due to the loss of contributions by the Fire Department with the formation of the Regional
Fire Authority, and a charge to the General Government Capital Improvement Fund for the addition of a Capital
Projects Coordinator.
Fines and Forfeits
Fines and forfeits account for civil and
criminal penalties as authorized by the
state and adopted by the City code and
collected through the Renton Municipal
Court.
The City implemented the Photo‐
Enforcement system at high collision
intersections and at school zones during
the fall of 2008, and 2009 revenue
reflects the first full year’s operation of
the system. The revenue declined steadily in 2010 and 2011 due to both the reduction in photo enforcement
violations (down 23% from 2009), as well as general traffic violations (down 42% from the 2009 level) with the
overall court cases declining by 25%. A further decline in photo enforcement activity in 2013 and 2014 was
primarily due to the temporary suspension of enforcement in one major intersection due to road construction
and the removal of one school zone camera. The projections for 2017, 2018 and beyond are just under $3 million
per year.
Year
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Safety
Parks and
Rec
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Services
%
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2013 Actual 1,029,851 2,229,111 3,464,913 6.3%
2014 Actual 1,302,124 2,196,193 3,270,503 0.7%
2015 Actual 1,129,084 2,350,239 3,106,430 ‐2.7%
2016 Proj. 1,033,765 2,326,009 3,439,406 3.2%
2017 Budget 1,049,271 2,374,118 4,178,976 11.8%
2018 Budget 1,065,011 2,379,118 4,361,086 2.7%
2019 Proj. 1,080,986 2,414,805 4,111,086 ‐2.5%
2020 Proj. 1,097,201 2,451,027 4,111,086 0.7%
2021 Proj. 1,113,659 2,487,792 4,111,086 0.7%
2022 Proj. 1,130,364 2,525,109 4,111,086 0.7%
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Miscellaneous Revenues
Miscellaneous revenues include interest income, cellular tower site rentals, donations, sales of documents, etc.
The majority of the revenue is investment interest income; however, the Treasury note is yielding near the
historical low. The increase in the miscellaneous income during 2014 and beyond is primarily due to the 1% per
annum interest payment from Surface Water Utility to General Fund for the $52 million infrastructure acquired
by the General Fund prior to the formation of the utility which is used by the utility. Revenue in 2016 is
approximately $600,000 higher due to seizure revenue. The proposed budget includes a placeholder of $375,000
in 2017 and 2018 for COPS grant revenue, not yet awarded, to help fund the addition of Police Officers.
Enterprise Funds
UTILITY RATES
Water and Sewer Rates
The water, sewer, and surface water rates
fund all of the costs associated with
providing these services, as well as
necessary capital improvements to these
utility systems. Other source, including
hookup fees, development charges, grants,
etc., are also available, but are limited,
unpredictable, and primarily related to the
capital programs. Due to the increased costs
of maintaining the systems, regulatory
requirements, and higher general operating
costs, the City continuously reviews these
rates and make adjustments as needed.
Rate Related Fiscal Policy
During the summer of 2010, the City Council adopted a set of fiscal policies to guide future rate setting for all City
utilities. These policies address minimum fund balances, as well as financing of capital improvements in the future.
Specifically, the policy will rely on rates to finance preservation of existing systems and only use bonding to finance
system capacity improvements. This capital financing policy required a substantial rate increase in 2011 and 2012
to provide for consistent system replacement/reinvestment. The rate model was updated in 2016, showing no
necessary rate increase for 2017‐18 for all City utilities, except for a 4% increase in surface water rates each year.
Modest rate increases beyond 2017‐18 are projected and are in line with the utilities’ historical rate increases.
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2013 Actual 893,486 10.5%
2014 Actual 1,587,517 77.7%
2015 Actual 1,605,215 1.1%
2016 Proj. 1,937,143 20.7%
2017 Budget 1,575,922 ‐18.6%
2018 Budget 1,575,922 0.0%
2019 Proj. 1,162,579 ‐26.2%
2020 Proj. 1,129,987 ‐2.8%
2021 Proj. 1,102,284 ‐2.5%
2022 Proj. 1,078,736 ‐2.1%
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Monthly Utility Bill Comparison
Water Sewer Storm Solid Waste (32/35 can)
(RS) Republic Services
(WM) Waste Management
(CS) CleanScapes
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In addition to the adopted City rate increases, King County Metro, which provides sewer treatment, is proposing
a 5.2% rate increase in 2017 and no increase in 2018.
Utility Revenue & Rate
Increases 2013 2014 2015
2016
Projected 2017 Budget 2018 Budget
2019
Projected
2020
Projected
Water Rate Revenue 16,025,176 16,833,053 17,511,281 15,768,160 16,347,001 16,626,236 16,958,761 17,297,936
Rate Increase 5.0% 5.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.0% 2.0%
Sewer Rate Revenue 9,118,738 9,523,879 9,690,897 9,385,790 9,417,107 9,418,203 9,889,113 10,383,569
Rate Increase 5.0% 5.0% 0.0% 0.0% 4.0% 4.0% 5.0% 5.0%
Storm Revenue 8,206,292 9,307,011 9,966,903 8,992,557 10,375,348 10,530,978 10,952,217 11,390,306
Rate Increase 5.0% 5.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0%
Garbage Revenue 15,776,700 17,142,614 17,261,531 16,212,402 19,009,226 19,338,493 19,725,263 20,119,768
Rate Increase 5.0% 5.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.0% 2.0% 2.0%
Maplewood Golf Course
The City’s Maplewood Golf Course Fund was
created by Ordinance 3884 in 1985. Maplewood
Golf Course is owned and operated by the City.
The golf course is also a water utility resource as it
is the location of City wells that provide drinking
water to our community. The use of this space as
a golf course helps preserve the quality of the well
water for future generations.
The course is managed by the Community Services
Department and is operated as a separate
enterprise fund of the City as a fully self‐sustained
operation. The Golf Course refunded $1.85 million
in revenue bonds with an interfund loan from the
City at the true interest cost of 2.24% in 2010. This
interfund loan was repaid in full by 2015 and freed
up around $400,000 per year for capital programs.
The capital funds are used primarily on a pay‐as‐
you‐go basis for additional improvement to the
golf course.
The proposed budget includes an adjustment to
Renton course rates by $2 per round which will
bring our green fee in line with other municipal
courses in neighboring communities.
Overall, Renton’s Maplewood Golf Course is on a solid financial foundation and is one of the few municipal golf
courses that does not require financial subsidy from other City resources.
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Financial Management Policies
I. Basic Policy Statement
The City of Renton is committed to the highest standards of responsible financial management. The City,
including the City Council, Mayor and staff will work together to ensure that all financial matters of the City
are addressed with care, integrity, and in the best interest of the City. The rules and procedures contained in
this section are designed to:
Protect the assets of the City of Renton;
Ensure the maintenance of open and accurate records of the City’s financial activities;
Provide a framework of operating standards and behavioral expectations;
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal and reporting requirements; and
Provide a means for the City Council to update and monitor these policies with the assistance and
cooperation of the Mayor’s office and the Finance and Information Services Administrator.
These policies will be reviewed biennially during each budget cycle.
II. Lines of Authority
1. The Renton City Council has the authority to execute such policies as it deems to be in the best interest
of the City within the parameters of federal, state, and local law.
2. The Finance Committee has the authority to perform reviews of the organization’s financial activity,
determine the allocation of investment deposits, and assure that adequate internal controls are in
place.
3. The Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) have the authority to oversee the development of the
biennial budget, make spending decisions within the parameters of the approved budget, enter into
contractual agreements, make capital asset purchase decisions and make decisions regarding the
allocation of expenses within designated parameters. Unless otherwise specified in this document,
principal responsibility for complying with the directives enumerated herein shall be vested in the
Mayor.
4. Each Department Administrator has the authority to expend City funds within approved budget
authority and in accordance with procedures prescribed by the Mayor’s Office, and to recommend
spending requests within the parameters of the approved budget process to the Mayor.
III. Accounting Records and Reports
1. Basis of Accounting
a. The City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) on its financial activity shall be presented
in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as defined by the
Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
2. Basis of Budget
a. The City budget is presented on a GAAP basis of accounting.
3. Fund Accounting
a. The City of Renton’s accounting and budgeting systems use a fund accounting consistent with
guidance provided by the GASB and the Washington State Auditor’s Office.
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b. The funds are grouped into categories: General Fund, Special Revenue, Debt Service, Capital
Projects, Enterprise, Internal Service, and Fiduciary/Trust.
c. The City Council shall create and eliminate funds as appropriate by separate ordinance, or through
the budget ordinance.
d. Funds shall either be “external” or “internal” for financial reporting purposes.
i. Internal funds shall be separate sets of accounts for the purpose of enhancing internal
management control only. These funds shall reside within an external fund. For cash
management purposes, internal funds may rely on their related external fund without payment
of interest or violation of the City’s cash management policies. (See Interfund Loan policy for
further clarification).
e. The City’s financial accounting system shall assure that the status and transactions of each account
and their relationship to budget authority is clear.
4. Financial Reporting
a. The CAFR shall be timely and comprehensive and meet or exceed professional industry standards.
b. The City’s budget documents shall provide for comparison with prior years.
c. Revenue and expenditure reports shall be prepared monthly and be available on the City’s website.
d. A written analysis of the City’s monthly report shall be prepared quarterly, coordinated with the
Chief Administrative Officer and Mayor, reviewed with the City Council, and available on the City’s
website.
e. All budget amendments shall be included in the monthly report.
f. Any outstanding interfund loans shall be disclosed in the quarterly report.
5. Audit
a. The City shall commission an annual audit of its financial reports and related records to be
conducted by the Washington State Auditor’s Office.
b. At the conclusion of the audit, the auditor shall be available to brief the City Council on the results.
c. The results of the audit shall be available to the public.
IV. Policy on Stabilization Funds
Sufficient fund balances and reserve levels are important in the long‐term financial stability of the City.
1. The City shall maintain reserves required by law, ordinance and/or bond covenants.
a. General Government
i. The City shall maintain reserves in the General Government Funds at least 8% of total budgeted
operating expenditures with a target of 12%.
ii. In addition, the City shall maintain an additional reserve as a part of the City’s Risk Management
Funds in a minimum amount of at least 8% of General Fund operating expenditures.
iii. In addition, the City shall maintain an “Anti‐Recessionary Reserve” in an amount of at least 4%
of General Government budgeted operating expenditures. Expenditures utilizing the “Anti
Recessionary Reserve” require a two‐thirds majority vote of the City Council and will be
replenished within three (3) years.
iv. In addition, the City shall accumulate reserves of $5,400,000 for the Annexation Sales Tax Credit
Expiration/Transition using year‐end savings, until fully funded. Expenditures utilizing the
“Annexation Sales Tax Credit Expiration/Transition Reserve” require a two‐thirds majority vote
of the City Council.
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v. In addition, the City shall reserve $2,500,000 for the Economic Development Revolving Fund
using year‐end savings until funded. Expenditures utilizing the “Economic Development
Revolving Fund Reserve” require a two‐thirds majority vote of the City Council.
b. Debt Service
i. The City shall maintain one year payments in voted general obligation debt service funds and
revenue bonds.
ii. In addition, a one year payment reserve will be established for all councilmanic general
obligation bonds issued after 2013.
c. Enterprise Funds
i. Water, Wastewater, and Surface Water Utility Fund shall each maintain reserves of 12% of total
budgeted operating expenses or 30 to 45 days.
ii. King County Wastewater Treatment Fund shall maintain reserves of $380,000 (approximately
3% of total operating expenses).
iii. Solid Waste Fund shall maintain reserves of $400,000.
iv. Golf Fund shall maintain reserves of 25% of total budgeted operating expenses.
v. All other Enterprise Funds shall maintain reserves of 10% ‐ 20% of total budgeted operating
expenses.
d. Reserve balances of other funds shall be set through the budget process in an amount consistent
with the purpose and nature of the fund.
2. Replacement reserves shall be established for equipment, and computer software should the need
continue beyond the estimated initial useful life, regardless of whether the equipment is acquired via
lease, gift or purchase. Service charges paid by City departments to the appropriate Internal Service
funds should include an amount to provide for replacements.
a. The City shall establish a Public Safety Small Equipment Reserve as a sub‐fund to the Equipment
Rental Fund. Beginning 2015, the City shall contribute $200,000 a year to accumulate reserves
specifically for Public Safety small equipment items.
V. Financial Planning
1. The City shall maintain a long‐term (five year) financial planning model.
a. The financial planning model shall:
i. be based on the currently adopted budget;
ii. utilize these policies;
iii. be based on assumptions and drivers realistically expected to occur;
iv. clearly document the assumptions and drivers used and the results of the use of such
assumptions and drivers;
v. be designed in such a way to permit analysis of alternative strategies;
vi. relate to the related plans of the City to include Service Delivery Plans, Comprehensive Plans,
Master Plans, etc.; and
vii. shall be prepared for the General Government and such other funds as the deemed necessary.
2. Budget development
a. The City shall prepare an biennial budget that is consistent with:
i. state law;
ii. the long‐term financial planning model;
iii. these policies; and
iv. industry best practices.
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b. The City of Renton’s biennial budget shall be prepared using the following schedule and process as a
general guide:
i. Review stakeholder input such as surveys, public forums, neighborhood meeting notes and
business community communication.
ii. The Mayor, City Council and Chief Administrative Officer will conduct a goal‐setting retreat with
the Department Administrators updating the Business Plan and other policy guidance.
iii. The City Council and Administration will meet to review and discuss the prior year’s audited
results, current year budget status, next budget schedule, process, budget guidelines and
budget preparation items of interest.
iv. The Administrative Services Administrator prepares the budget preparation instructions and
meets with Department Administrators to distribute budget instructions and discuss budget
preparation.
v. The instructions will include policy priorities, estimates of compensation adjustments, internal
service and indirect charges.
vi. Departments will provide to the Finance & IS Department budget estimates and requests
conforming to the budget instructions.
vii. The Mayor submits a proposed balanced Preliminary Budget to the City Council in conformance
with state law.
viii. Balanced budget should comprise of funding recommendations for the operating and capital
budgets that do not exceed the estimated resources.
ix. The City Council conducts public hearings on the proposed budget in conformance with state
law.
x. The City Council sets the City’s property tax levies.
xi. The City Council adopts the final budget ordinance.
xii. The Final Budget Document is published and posted to the City website.
c. Budget amendments should be presented for consideration when the need arises.
i. Budget authority shall be at the fund level.
ii. Changes resulting in a need to revise the appropriation authority shall be presented as they
occur.
3. Revenues
a. Revenue forecasts shall assess the full spectrum of resources available to finance City programs and
services.
b. The City shall consider the diversification of revenue as a strategy when developing its financial
plans.
c. Should an economic downturn develop that results in (potential) revenue shortfalls or fewer
available resources, the City will make appropriate adjustments to its budget.
d. Revenue estimates shall be based on forecasting methods recommended by the Government
Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and will typically be more likely to be conservative rather than
aggressive.
4. Expenditures
a. Priority shall be given to expenditures that will improve productivity.
5. Capital Improvements
a. A comprehensive six‐year plan for City capital investments shall be prepared biennially and adopted
by the City Council as part of the City budget.
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i. All projects included in the Capital Investment Program (CIP) shall be consistent with the City’s
Comprehensive Plan.
ii. The Capital Investment Program shall be prepared in consultation with Council Committees for
ongoing capital investments.
b. All proposed capital improvement projects shall include a recommended or likely source of funding.
c. Private development (including residential, commercial and industrial projects) shall pay its fair
share of the capital investments that are necessary to serve the development in the form of system
development charges, impact fees, mitigation fees, or benefit districts.
d. Capital project proposals should indicate the project's impact on the operating budget, including,
but not limited to, long‐term maintenance costs necessary to support the investment.
e. Capital projects shall be budgeted for on a project life basis (rather than fiscal year).
VI. Policy on Fees and Charges
1. The City shall biennially review all fees for licenses, permits, fines, rates and other miscellaneous charges
as part of the budget process.
2. User charges and fees shall be established based at a percentage of the full cost of providing the service,
unless otherwise provided by statute or regulation.
a. Full cost incorporates direct and indirect costs, including operations and maintenance, overhead,
and charges for the use of capital facilities.
b. Other factors for fee or charge adjustments may also include the impact of inflation, other cost
increases, the adequacy of the coverage of costs, and current competitive rates.
3. Proposed rate adjustments, user charges and fees shall be presented to the City Council for approval for
each year as part of the Mayor’s proposed Preliminary Biennial Budget to the Council.
4. The City shall rigorously collect all amounts due.
VII. Policy on Utility Funds
1. The City shall establish and maintain separate utility operating and capital investment funds and
budgets for each of its utility operations.
2. Utility rate studies shall be conducted every six years to update assumptions and ensure the long‐term
solvency and viability of the City’s Utilities.
3. Utility rates and capital fees shall be reviewed biennially and necessary adjustments made to avoid
major rate increases.
4. The City shall use system development charges, grants and low interest loans to fund capital projects
where possible. Overall, the utilities should maintain a debt to equity ratio of 60/40.
5. Each Utility should fund an amount of the cost equal to the annual “depreciation expense” of capital
assets less debt service principal payments.
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6. System Development Charges (SDCs) shall be established at levels to ensure that all customers seeking
to connect to the City’s utility systems shall bear their equitable share of the cost of both the existing
and future systems.
7. Debt financing of utility improvements will be consistent with the utility master plans, council rate
policies and other factors so as to smooth the effect of major improvements on utility rates.
8. The City shall strive to maintain minimum debt service “coverage” with the net revenue (gross operating
revenue of the Utilities less operating and maintenance expenses) of the combined Utilities being 1.25 ‐
1.5 times the actual debt and the net revenue of the individual Utility being at least 1.25 times the
actual debt.
9. Capital Contingency as System Reinvestment and Debt Service:
a. Surface Water: 1.25 DSC and approximately $3 million annual system reinvestment
b. Wastewater: 1.25 DSC and approximately $3 million annual system reinvestment
c. Water: 1.25 DSC and approximately $4 million annual system reinvestment
10. Bonds Versus Cash Funded Projects
a. All non‐CIP projects should be paid for using rates (programs, system plans, education materials,
etc.)
b. All system reinvestment, maintenance, replacement and rehabilitation CIPs should be paid for using
rates.
c. CIPs for new infrastructure, growth, or increased capacity can be paid for using bonds.
VIII. Policy on Debt Issuance and Management
1. Long‐term borrowing shall be confined to capital investments or similar projects with an extended life
when it is not practical to be financed from current revenues. The City shall not use long‐term debt to
finance current operations.
2. Debt payments shall not extend beyond the estimated useful life of the project being financed. The City
shall keep the average maturity of general obligation bonds at or below fifteen years, unless special
circumstances arise warranting the need to extend the debt schedule.
3. The City shall work to maintain strong ratings on its debt including maintaining open communications
with bond rating agencies concerning its financial condition.
4. With Council approval, interim financing of capital projects may be secured from the debt financing
market place or from other funds through an interfund loan as appropriate in the circumstances.
5. The City may issue interfund loans when appropriate and consistent with a separately adopted City
Council policy on the subject.
6. When issuing debt, the City shall strive to use special assessment, revenue or other self‐supporting
bonds in lieu of general obligation bonds.
7. Long‐term general obligation debt shall be utilized when necessary to acquire land or capital assets
based upon a review of the ability of the City to meet future debt service requirements. The project to
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be financed should also be integrated with the City’s long‐term financial plan and Capital Investment
Program.
8. General obligation debt should be used when the related projects are of a benefit to the City as a whole.
a. General Obligation Bond (Voted):
b. Every project proposed for financing through general obligation debt should be accompanied by a
full analysis of the future operating and maintenance costs associated with the project.
c. Limited Tax General Obligation Bond (Non‐Voted):
i. The City should avoid issuing general obligation (non‐voted) debt beyond eighty percent (80%)
of its general obligation debt capacity.
9. The City shall use refunding bonds where appropriate when cost savings can be achieved of at least 4%
(NPV), restructuring its current outstanding debt and/or improving restrictive bond conditions.
10. The City’s financial team for the issuance of debt shall consist of the Council, Mayor, CAO,
Administrative Services Administrator, applicable department management (related to the projects to
be financed), City Legal Counsel, designated bond counsel, financial advisor and underwriter in order to
effectively plan and fund the City’s capital investment projects.
a. Through a competitive selection process conducted by the Administrative Services Administrator
with consultation with the Mayor, Chief Administrative Officer and Legal Counsel, the City Council
shall approve the most qualified financial advisor / underwriter and bond counsel.
b. These services shall be regularly monitored by the Administrative Services Administrator.
11. The City shall evaluate the best method of sale for each proposed bond issue.
a. When a negotiated sale is deemed advisable (in consultation with the Mayor and City Council) the
Administrative Services Administrator shall negotiate the most competitive pricing on debt issues
and broker commissions in order to ensure the best value to the City.
b. When a negotiated sale is used, the City shall use an independent financial advisor to advise the
City’s participants in matters such as structure, pricing and fees.
12. The City shall comply with IRS regulations concerning use of, and reinvestment of bond proceeds.
a. The City shall monitor and comply with IRS regulations with regard to potential arbitrage earnings.
If arbitrage earnings are believed to be above amounts provided by IRS regulations, the City will set
aside earnings in order to pay the appropriate amount to the federal government as required by IRS
regulation.
13. The City shall provide full secondary market disclosure related to outstanding debt.
IX. Related Policies
1. Investment Policy
2. Contracting Policy (Purchasing Authority)
3. Interfund Loans
X. Policy on Post‐Issuance Compliance for Tax‐Exempt Bonds
1. Purpose
The purpose of these post‐issuance compliance policies and procedures ("Compliance Policy") for tax‐
exempt bonds issued by The City of Renton, Washington (the "City") is to ensure that the City will be in
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compliance with requirements of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code"), that
must be satisfied with respect to tax‐exempt bonds and other obligations ("bonds") after the bonds are
issued so that interest on the bonds will be and remain tax‐exempt.
2. Responsibility for Monitoring Post‐Issuance Tax Compliance.
The City Council of the City has the overall, final responsibility for monitoring whether the City is in
compliance with post‐issuance federal tax requirements for the City's tax‐exempt bonds. However, the
City Council assigns to the Administrative Services Administrator of the City the primary operating
responsibility to monitor the City's compliance with post‐issuance federal tax requirements for the City's
tax‐exempt bonds.
3. Arbitrage Yield Restriction and Rebate Requirements.
a. The Administrative Services Administrator shall maintain or cause to be maintained records of:
b. purchases and sales of investments made with bond proceeds (including amounts treated as "gross
proceeds" of bonds under section 148 of the Code) and receipts of earnings on those investments;
c. expenditures made with bond proceeds (including investment earnings on bond proceeds) for the
governmental purposes of the bonds, such as for the costs of purchasing, constructing and/or
renovating property and facilities;
d. information showing, where applicable for a particular calendar year, that the City was eligible to be
treated as a "small issuer" in respect of bonds issued in that calendar year because the City did not
reasonably expect to issue more than $5,000,000 of tax‐exempt bonds in that calendar year;
e. calculations that will be sufficient to demonstrate to the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") upon an
audit of a bond issue that, where applicable, the City has complied with an available spending
exception to the arbitrage rebate requirement in respect of that bond issue;
f. calculations that will be sufficient to demonstrate to the IRS upon an audit of a bond issue for which
no exception to the arbitrage rebate requirement was applicable, that the rebate amount, if any,
that was payable to the United States of America in respect of investments made with gross
proceeds of that bond issue was calculated and timely paid with Form 8038‐T timely filed with the
IRS; and
g. information and records showing that investments held in yield‐restricted advance refunding or
defeasance escrows for bonds, and investments made with unspent bond proceeds after the
expiration of the applicable temporary period, were not invested in higher‐yielding investments.
4. Restrictions on Private Business Use and Private Loans.
The Administrative Services Administrator shall adopt procedures that are calculated to educate and
inform the principal operating officials of those departments, including utility departments, if any, of the
City (the "users") for which land, buildings, facilities and equipment ("property") are financed with
proceeds of tax‐exempt bonds about the restrictions on private business use that apply to that property
after the bonds have been issued, and of the restriction on the use of proceeds of tax‐exempt bonds to
make or finance any loan to any person other than a state or local government unit. In particular,
following the issuance of bonds for the financing of property, the Administrative Services Administrator
shall provide to the users of the property a copy of this Compliance Policy and other appropriate written
guidance advising that:
a. "private business use" means use by any person other than a state or local government unit,
including business corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, associations, nonprofit
corporations, natural persons engaged in trade or business activity, and the United States of
America and any federal agency, as a result of ownership of the property or use of the property
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under a lease, management or service contract (except for certain "qualified" management or
service contracts), output contract for the purchase of electricity or water, privately sponsored
research contract (except for certain "qualified" research contracts), "naming rights" contract,
"public‐private partnership" arrangement, or any similar use arrangement that provides special legal
entitlements for the use of the bond‐financed property;
b. under section 141 of the Code, no more than 10% of the proceeds of any tax‐exempt bond issue
(including the property financed with the bonds) may be used for private business use, of which no
more than 5% of the proceeds of the tax‐exempt bond issue (including the property financed with
the bonds) may be used for any "unrelated" private business use‐that is, generally, a private
business use that is not functionally related to the governmental purposes of the bonds; and no
more than the lesser of $5,000,000 or 5% of the proceeds of a tax‐exempt bond issue may be used
to make or finance a loan to any person other than a state or local government unit;
c. before entering into any special use arrangement with a nongovernmental person that involves the
use of bond‐financed property, the user must consult with the Administrative Services
Administrator, provide the Administrative Services Administrator with a description of the proposed
nongovernmental use arrangement, and determine whether that use arrangement, if put into
effect, will be consistent with the restrictions on private business use of the bond‐financed property;
d. in connection with the evaluation of any proposed nongovernmental use arrangement, the
Administrative Services Administrator should consult with nationally recognized bond counsel to the
City as may be necessary to obtain federal tax advice on whether that use arrangement, if put into
effect, will be consistent with the restrictions on private business use of the bond‐financed property,
and, if not, whether any "remedial action" permitted under section 141 of the Code may be taken by
the City as a means of enabling that use arrangement to be put into effect without adversely
affecting the tax‐exempt status of the bonds that financed the property; and
e. the Administrative Services Administrator and the user of the property shall maintain records of
such nongovernmental uses, if any, of bond‐financed property, including copies of the pertinent
leases, contracts or other documentation, and the related determination that those
nongovernmental uses are not inconsistent with the tax‐exempt status of the bonds that financed
the property.
5. Records to be Maintained for Tax‐Exempt Bonds.
It is the policy of the City that, unless otherwise permitted by future IRS regulations or other guidance,
written records (which may be in electronic form) will be maintained with respect to each bond issue for
as long as those bonds remain outstanding, plus three years. For this purpose, the bonds include
refunding bonds that refund the original bonds and thereby refinance the property that was financed by
the original bonds. The records to be maintained are to include:
a. the official Transcript of Proceedings for the original issuance of the bonds;
b. records showing how the bond proceeds were invested, as described in 3a above;
c. records showing how the bond proceeds were spent, as described in 3b above, including purchase
contracts, construction contracts, progress payment requests, invoices, cancelled checks, payment
of bond issuance costs, and records of "allocations" of bond proceeds to make reimbursement for
project expenditures made before the bonds were actually issued;
d. information, records and calculations showing that, with respect to each bond issue, the City was
eligible for the "small issuer" exception or one of the spending exceptions to the arbitrage rebate
requirement or, if not, that the rebate amount, if any, that was payable to the United States of
America in respect of investments made with gross proceeds of that bond issue was calculated and
timely paid with Form 8038‐T timely filed with the IRS, as described in 3c, d and e above; and
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e. records showing that special use arrangements, if any, affecting bond‐financed property made by
the City with nongovernmental persons, if any, are consistent with applicable restrictions on private
business use of property financed with proceeds of tax‐exempt bonds and restrictions on the use of
proceeds of tax‐exempt bonds to make or finance loans to any person other than a state or local
government unit, as described in 4 above.
The basic purpose of the foregoing record retention policy for the City's tax‐exempt bonds is to
enable the City to readily demonstrate to the IRS upon an audit of any tax‐exempt bond issue that
the City has fully complied with all federal tax requirements that must be satisfied after the issue
date of the bonds so that interest on those bonds continues to be tax‐exempt under section 103 of
the Code.
6. Identification and Remediation of Potential Violations of Federal Tax Requirements for Tax‐Exempt
Bonds.
a. So long as any of the Issuer’s tax‐exempt bond issues remain outstanding, the Administrative
Services Administrator will periodically consult with the users of the Issuer’s bond‐financed property
to review and determine whether current use arrangements involving that property continue to
comply with applicable federal tax requirements as described in these Compliance Procedures. This
may be accomplished, for example, by periodically meeting with users, providing questionnaires to
users about current use arrangements, or adopting other protocols reasonable calculated to ensure
compliance with applicable federal tax requirements on a continuing basis. This periodic review
may be scheduled, for example, at or before the times that the Issuer is required to file with
Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board the annual financial information and operating data
pursuant to the Issuer’s undertaking, if any, to provide continuing disclosure with respect to
outstanding bond issues.
b. If at any time during the life of an issue of tax‐exempt bonds, the Issuer discovers a violation of
federal tax requirements applicable to that issue may have occurred, the Administrative Services
Administrator will consult with bond counsel to determine whether any such violation actually has
occurred and, if so, take prompt action to accomplish an available remedial action under applicable
Internal Revenue Service under the Voluntary Closing Agreement Program described under Notice
2008‐31 or other future published guidance.
7. Education Policy With Respect to Federal Tax Requirements for Tax‐Exempt Bonds.
It is the policy of the City that the Administrative Services Administrator and his or her staff, as well as
the principal operating officials of those departments of the City for which property is financed with
proceeds of tax‐exempt bonds should be provided with education and training on federal tax
requirements applicable to tax‐exempt bonds. The City recognizes that such education and training is
vital as a means of helping to ensure that the City remains in compliance with those federal tax
requirements in respect of its bonds. The City therefore will enable and encourage those personnel to
attend and participate in educational and training programs offered by, among others, the Washington
Municipal Treasurers Association and the Washington Finance Officers Association with regard to the
federal tax requirements applicable to tax‐exempt bonds.
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City Funds and Fund Structure
Key Report
000 General A E
001 Community Services A I (000)
003 Streets A I (000)
004 Community Development Block Grant A I (000)
005 Museum A I (000)
006 Library A I (000)
009 Farmers Market A I (000)
010 Fire and Emergency Services Memorial A I (000)
011 Fire and Emergency Services Health and Wellness A I (000)
031 Park Memorial (closed 2014) A I (000)
Total General Government
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS:
102 Arterial Streets I (317)
108 Leased City Properties E
110 Special Hotel‐Motel Tax E
118 Cum 2755 (Paths/Trails) (closed 2012) E
125 One Percent for Art E
127 Cable Communications Development E
135 Springbrook Wetlands Bank E
DEBT SERVICE FUNDS:
201 1997 LIM GO Bonds ‐ City Hall A I (000)
215 Gen Govt Misc Debt Service A I (000)
CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS (CIP):
303 Community Services Impact Mitigation I (316)
304 Fire Impact Mitigation E
305 Transportation Impact Mitigation I (317)
316 Municipal Facilities CIP E
317 Transportation CIP E
318 South Lake Washington Infrastructure Project CIP E
326 Housing Opportunity / Economic Development CIP I (316)
336 New Library Development I (316)
A. General Government Funds share general revenues. Therefore, no interest shall be charged for loans between funds.
E. External Fund for Reporting Purposes I. Internal Fund for Management Purposes
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City Funds and Fund Structure (continued)
ENTERPRISE FUNDS: Key External
Reporting
Internal
Reporting
402 Airport Operations E
403 Solid Waste Utility E
404 Municipal Golf Course System E
405 Water Operations B E
406 Wastewater Operations B I (405)
407 Surface Water Operations B I (405)
416 King County Metro B I (405) (406)
422 Airport Capital Investment I (402)
424 Municipal Golf Course System CIP I (404)
425 Water CIP B I (405)
426 Wastewater CIP B I (405) (406)
427 Surface Water CIP B I (405) (407)
471 Waterworks Rate Stabilization B I (405)
INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS:
501 Equipment Rental E
502 Insurance E
503 Information Technology I (501)
504 Facilities I (501)
505 Communications I (501)
512 Healthcare Insurance I (502)
522 Leoff1 Retirees Healthcare I (502)
FIDUCIARY FUNDS:
611 Firemen's Pension E
B. Water Utility Funds shall be managed as a system such that balance sheet accounts are merged for management and reporting purposes.
E. External Fund for Reporting Purposes
I. Internal Fund for Management Purposes
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2 RENTON RESULTS
Budget Framework
2‐1
Renton Results Overview
2‐5
Renton Results Key Performance Indicators
2‐7
2010‐2018 Resource Allocation by City Service Area
2‐8
Safety and Health ‐ Programs, Resources and Results
2‐9
Representative Government ‐ Programs, Resources and Results
2‐14
Livable Community ‐ Programs, Resources and Results
2‐18
Mobility ‐ Programs, Resources and Results
2‐23
Utilities and Environment ‐ Programs, Resources and Results
2‐26
Internal Services ‐ Programs, Resources and Results
2‐31
Revenue, Expenditure and Capital Budgets by City Service Area
2‐37
Reconciliation to Total Budget
2‐44
Introduction
Renton Results is the City of Renton’s budget framework and performance improvement initiative that
originated in 2007. Our intent has been to clearly inform the community about the various services
provided by the City, the costs of those services, and the results of our efforts. The purpose is also to
inform policy decisions and provide transparency and accountability to our community.
Mission of our Performance Measurement efforts
We are striving to measurably improve the overall quality of life in Renton through continually improving
our delivery of city services, programs and amenities in a way that can be documented and reported to
our tax payers.
Representative
Government
Livable
Community
Safety &
Health
Utilities &
Environment
Mobility
Internal
Support
Renton
Results
Renton Results
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How has Renton Results evolved?
In 2015 we expanded our efforts from a focus on metrics and data collection to
also providing tools, training and other support for staff to successfully engage in
continuous improvement efforts. Our staff uses Lean or other process
improvement techniques, leadership development and other learning
opportunities that are geared towards organizational health. We believe these
efforts will further enhance our ability to provide the highest customer service delivery from the best City
in King County!
Also in 2015, we were able to perform a Residential Survey of our services in order to assure the projection
of our efforts are hitting the mark – these results can be found within the following pages. The full survey
report can be found on our website at http://rentonwa.gov, search for: City Surveys.
Who is involved in Renton Results? Everyone!
All levels of staff are involved in identifying and/or tracking performance measures and data. To assure
an understanding of the connection between the Renton Results City Service Areas to the goals of the City
Council’s Business Plan, the program level performance measures are integrated into our performance
evaluation system.
In addition to staff, the Mayor also involves community members. In 2016 the Mayor reconvened the
Budget Advisory Committee (BAC) for the fourth time. The BAC members provide constructive feedback
on our efforts as well as guidance and ideas to help to shape the City’s future service priorities.
The goals of the 2017‐18 BAC were to consider and provide feedback on the following questions:
Are we on the right track to be the best city in King County?
Do we have the right priorities?
What are some potentially desired/desirable quality of life investments in our community?
Are we missing anything?
To learn more about the BAC and view their full report which can be found on our website at
http://rentonwa.gov, search for: Budget Advisory Committee.
The history of Renton Results and Budget Advisory Committee is below…
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City Goals
The City Council adopts a six year strategic plan to focus City efforts in the direction of the City’s mission
statement: To be the center of opportunity in the Puget Sound Region where families and businesses
thrive. Within this Plan the Executive Office and Administration of the City have identified five main
goals and key initiatives in support of the following goals:
Provide a safe, healthy and vibrant community
Promote economic vitality and strategic positioning of Renton for the future
Support planned growth and influence decisions that impact the City
Build an inclusive city with opportunities for all
To meet service demands and provide high quality customer service
City Service Area’s
The City’s budget, through the Renton Results framework, is the mechanism in place to assure the work
of the City is in line with City’s Mission, Goals and priorities.
Because City departments perform a wide variety of work, often partnering with other departments, the
true cost of these services can be difficult to identify in a traditionally presented budget – by fund
and/or department – which requires citizens to piece together the overall cost. To solve this problem,
we prepare our budget in a manner that allows us to present the full cost of the services provided within
each of our six service areas:
Safety and Health: Seven of our departments operate sixteen programs in support of this City Service
Area. It makes up about 27% of the operating budget and employs more nearly 195 people to perform the
work. (Note this is a decrease due to the separation of our Fire Department who formed their own
Regional Fire Authority.)
Representative Government: Seven of our departments operate fourteen programs in support of this City
Service Area. It makes up about 5% of our operating budget and employs about 40 people to perform the
work.
Livable Community: Three of our departments operate nineteen programs in support of this City Service
Area. It makes up about 12% of our operating budget and employs over 66 people (excluding seasonal) to
perform the work.
Mobility: A single department operates seven programs in support of this City Service Area. It makes up
about 8% of our operating budget and employs around 60 people (excluding seasonal) to perform the
work.
Utilities & Environment: Four of our departments operate sixteen programs in support of this City Service
Area. It makes up about 44% of our operating budget and employ over 115 people to perform the work.
Internal Support: Seven of our departments operate twenty four programs in support of this City Service
Area. It makes up about 4%* of our operating budget and employ over 87 people to perform the work.
*excluding debt, separation benefits and retiree medical
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How much do these services cost per person annually?
The chart below shows a comparison of the per capita operating costs at the 2017‐18 adopted service
levels by City Service Area. The total adopted operating cost in 2017‐18 is about $1,517 per Capita
based on 2016’s population count of 101,300. This is a decrease from $1,851 per person in 2015‐16 due
to the voter‐approved formation of the Renton Regional Fire Authority. This action removed the Fire &
Emergency Services Department from the City’s budget.
Resource Allocation by City Service Area versus traditional budget
Renton Results program expenses are presented by City Service Area as consolidated costs across
departments and funds. Within Renton Results, we have adjusted for transfers and inter‐fund
transactions where double counting occurs in traditional “Fund” based budgeting. As a result, the dollar
amounts for Renton Results and the traditional budget are not the same.
For example, the costs of the City’s internal service funds are shown under “Internal Support” category
and are also included in the direct service areas by those Departments that use these internal services.
To compensate for this, we are deducting the amount that has been accounted for in direct services at
the bottom line level to show the net operating and capital budget only in the Renton Results section.
How much do these services cost in total?
Because the Budget by Department and Budget by Fund sections of this document include such transfers and inter‐fund transactions the last
page of this section includes a full reconciliation to the Total Budget.
FTE Operating Exp $ Capital Exp $F T E O p e r a t i n g Exp $ Capital Exp $
Safety & Health 194.53 40,219,656$ 90,000$ 194.53 42,352,521$ 90,000$
Representative Government 40.20 18,113,414 6,059,775 40.20 18,141,734 9,489,237
Livable Community 66.09 7,281,264 ‐ 66.09 7,472,160 ‐
Mobility 60.15 12,902,358 16,131,322 60.15 13,144,096 7,310,500
Utilities & Environment 115.08 68,094,740 20,967,000 115.08 69,085,135 21,585,000
Internal Support 87.56 7,091,679 405,000 87.56 6,790,337 343,000
Total City Service Areas 563.61 153,703,111$ 43,653,097$ 563.61 156,985,983$ 38,817,737$
Transfers & Interfund 45,166,039$ ‐ ‐ 37,684,061$ ‐
Totals with Transfer 198,869,150 43,653,097 194,670,044 38,817,737
Operating + Capital Costs 2015: 242,522,247$ 2016: 233,487,781$
City Service Area
2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
2017, $70
2017, $672
2017, $127
2017, $179
2017, $72
2017, $397
2018, $67
2018, $682
2018, $130
2018, $179
2018, $74
2018, $418
Internal Support
Utilities & Environment
Mobility
Livable Community
Representative…
Safety & Health
City Service Area Operating Costs per Capita
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2017‐2018 Renton Results
Summary and Detail
Desired Results – Strategies – KPI’s –
Programs ‐ Measures ‐ Resources
As described earlier, the City Service Areas are broad in nature and are supported by a number of City
programs across multiple City departments.
The following pages will provide summary and detailed information for each of our City Service Areas.
You will find a complete list of programs, the adopted budget and performance measurements with
results where available. Some of the terms you will see are defined below.
Desired Results
Each City Service Area is best defined by the associated “I want” statement or the desired Results.
Safety and Health: I want a safe and healthy community
Representative Government: I want a responsive and responsible government
Livable Community: I want access to high quality facilities, services and public resources that
enrich the lives of everyone in the community
Mobility: I want safe and efficient access to all desired destinations, now and in the future
Utilities and Environment: I want to live, learn, work and play in a clean and green environment
with reliable, affordable utility service
Internal Support: I want City departments to have the means to operate efficiently and effectively
in a safe and sustainable manner
Key Performance Indicators
Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) are a collection of key data points that may be used to inform us at a
City‐Wide, high‐level on how the City’s programs are impacting the community. Some KPI’s are directly
collected from existing programs while others are collected from external sources such as the State of
Washington, FBI, etc. The City cannot directly control the results that are reported but strive to positively
influence the direction where possible in support of the City’s Mission and Goals and those of the Renton
Results City Service Areas.
Strategies
Strategies answer the question: “How does the City plan to work toward and achieve these desired results.
You will find these listed above each of the summary and performance measure sections of the City
Services.
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This visual representation of the Safety and Health City Service Area, for example, illustrates the
relationship between the defined strategies and reaching the desired result. Programs within this Service
Area are aligned with these strategies.
Programs
Programs are an organizational or work unit of a City department or division that provides a specific
service or product to citizens or other customers. Many employees are assigned and budgeted across
multiple programs and many of these programs work together to provide a product or service to the
citizens and other City customers. Not all work performed by the City is specifically identified as a
Program; however, all programs are budgeted based on services provided by the programs core mission
or purpose.
Program Measures
Program measures are tools put into place by the program staff and managers and reviewed by the
Administrators and Executive office in order assure alignment of efforts within the Departments. As
stated before, not all work processes are captured within Renton Results but rather Program Measures
are select points of data that represent the work performed in a way that can be a useful illustration of
effectiveness or impact when tracked and monitored.
Targets
Program Targets are a guideline or goal for each Program Measure. We work hard to communicate that
targets are not to be used as a “hammer” but rather as a standard which staff can strive to achieve within
the framework of their resources. There are many factors that may influence the results for Programs
such as weather, the economy, staff turnover and demand.
Conclusion
Renton Results is the framework of our budget process that allows for transparent, informed and
thoughtful consideration in the allocation of our resources. It allows decision makers to see the cost of
services in a meaningful way and allows program prioritization and resources allocation to be based on
the priorities established by the City’s Mission and Goals. In addition, the Renton Results effort seeks to
develop and support efforts that will enable the City to quickly identify and respond to opportunities for
improvement in processes and service delivery.
I want
Renton to be
a safe and
healthy
community
Encourage the community to
comply with local, state and
federal laws
Encouragement of a self reliant
community through programs and
education
Timely responsiveness and “projection
of effort,” when the community
cannot help itself
Recovery and restoration of the
community after a disaster
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How can we measure our efforts?2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
UCR Class 1A crimes per 1,000 population ‐‐5 433 2 . 5 2 . 3 T B D N / A
Property crimes per 1,000 population ‐‐68 65 46 49 49 53 TBD N/A
Percent of community who feel safe in their neighborhood.*70%‐‐ ‐‐86%‐‐ ‐‐ ‐‐92%*N/A
Response times for calls for Priority 1 emergency services (Police) 2.90 2.74 2.99 3.27 3.07 3.81 4.64 4.52 N/A
Percentage of residents who report feeling prepared for a disaster.*41%‐‐ ‐‐69%‐‐ ‐‐ ‐‐72%*N/A
Annual volunteer hours dedicated to the Emergency Management Program 3,836 2,037 4,755 5,458 3,372 3,051 1,866 2,954 N/A
How can we measure our efforts?2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Residents rate overall service provided by the City as exceeding or greatly
exceeding expectations*59%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐58%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐67%*TBD
Residents rate livability of Renton*62%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐74%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐66%*TBD
Cost of Services per Capita (operating costs/population) N/A N/A 1,736$ 1,738$ 1,724$ 1,701$ 1,701$ 1,851$ 1,851$
Residents feel they are getting their money's worth for their tax dollar*45%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐44%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐‐‐‐51%*TBD
Resident's satisfaction with understanding the court infraction process.‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐74% 78% 85% 85% TBD
Satisfaction with access to court information related to infraction processing ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐87% 83% 86% 87% TBD
Resident rating of quality and effectiveness of City Communications*71%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐42%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐58%*TBD
Annual number of volunteer hours engaged through Community Services 62,895 60,229 59,442 62,800 60,454 62,729 46,013 43,952 TBD
How can we measure our efforts?2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
No single employment sector shall exceed 40% of the total number of jobs in
the City 29% 30% 31% 28% 30% 40%‐‐‐15.6% TBD
Growth in property taxes due to new construction 5.31% 1.14% 0.59% 0.56% 1.06% 1.13% 1.29% 2.82% TBD
Number of recognized neighborhood programs ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐63 69 72 69 70 74 TBD
Community satisfaction rating of arts, culture, parks, recreation and events*40%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐63%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐62% TBD
Acres of Open Space 1,160 1,181 1,183 1,183 1,210 1,213 1,213 1,214 TBD
Developed Parks and Playgrounds areas 29 30 30 32 32 32 33 33 TBD
How can we measure our efforts?2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Satisfaction with connectivity to local and regional centers via Transit, sidewalks
and trails*32.5%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐52%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐56% TBD
Smooth and unbroken pavement with average condition rating of 70 or better
for all streets. ‐‐‐6 6 . 3 7 07 07 07 27 3 T B D T B D
Number of blocks (= 1,000 linear feet) of new or replacement sidewalks ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐89‐‐‐TBD TBD
Number of vehicle collisions 2,290 1,868 2,067 1,862 2,037 2125 2,196 TBD TBD
Collisions resulting in injury or death (minor and major)1,020 951 1012 962 763 720 779 TBD TBD
How can we measure our efforts?2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Percent of residents rate quality of their surroundings as good or excellent.*50%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐56%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐64% TBD
Pounds of recycled waste per person 136.96 230.79 216.35 271.41 287.70 285.03 288.13 309.09 TBD
Reduction in Peak Water Usage ‐14% 16%‐13%‐3%‐8% 8% 0% 9% TBD
Number of violations for all health‐related and aesthetic drinking water
regulations WA Deptartment of Health 0 0 000000 T B D
How can we measure our efforts?2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Percent of employees reporting that they have tools needed to provide services ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐87%‐‐‐85%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐TBD
Internal Services are less than fifteen percent of total expenditures budgeted 11.3% 12.3% 14.7% 13.1% 13.5% 8.0% 8.0% TBD TBD
Maintain or improve the City's S&P rating of General Obligation and Revenue
Bonds A+/AA‐AA/AA‐AA/AA+ AA/AA+ AA/AA+ AA/AA+ AA+/AA+ AA+/AA+ TBD
Technology systems have 95% uptime, data availability and accuracy.new 2012 new 2012 new 2012 new 2012 98% 99%99%99% TBD
A UCR Class 1 Crimes include murder, manslaughter, forcible rape, robbery, assault (simple and aggravated), burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft, and arson
Utilities and Environment
Desired Result: I want to live, learn, work and play in a clean and green environment with reliable, affordable utility service.
Internal Support
Desired Result: I want City departments to have the means to operate efficiently and effectively in a safe and sustainable manner.
Representative Government
Desired Result: I want a responsive and responsible government
Livable Community
Desired Result: I want access to high quality facilities, services and public resources that enrich the lives of everyone in the community
Mobility
Desired Results: I want safe and efficient access to all desired destinations, now and in the future
* Residential and Business Community Survey conducted every three‐four years; changing methodologies prevent precise comparison over time.
Renton Results Key Performance Indicators
due to timing of available data, some of our indicators will be marked "TBD" until it is received
Safety and Health Service Area
Desired Result: I want a safe and healthy community
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City Service Area 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
proposed
2018
proposed
Safety & Health*348.90 334.50 333.50 333.83 331.33 339.83 340.83 194.53 194.53
Representative Government 41.10 44.02 42.90 40.70 39.70 39.70 39.70 40.20 40.20
Livable Community 82.42 64.42 64.42 62.45 62.20 63.63 63.63 66.09 66.09
Mobility 58.65 58.65 58.65 58.65 58.65 55.65 55.65 60.15 60.15
Utilities & Environment 95.25 99.75 99.75 97.75 99.75 103.41 103.41 115.08 115.08
Internal Support** 84.63 82.73 82.73 77.40 77.40 82.56 82.56 87.56 87.56
Totals 710.95 684.07 681.95 670.78 669.03 684.78 685.78 563.61 563.61
City Service Area 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
proposed
2018
proposed
Safety & Health* $ 47,787,283 $ 56,652,301 $ 55,960,205 $ 58,260,436 $ 59,817,417 $ 63,958,607 $ 66,811,562 $ 40,219,656 $ 42,352,521
Representative Government 5,082,561 6,211,543 6,395,854 6,071,863 6,169,852 6,592,342 6,808,914 7,281,264 7,472,160
Livable Community 12,566,282 13,679,103 14,128,391 14,036,553 14,198,901 15,500,691 15,982,505 18,113,414 18,141,734
Mobility 7,811,664 9,642,867 9,933,154 10,423,548 10,645,306 11,963,084 12,377,415 12,902,358 13,144,096
Utilities & Environment 45,379,538 52,430,123 52,897,150 58,330,585 59,426,599 62,011,753 63,096,920 68,094,740 69,085,135
Internal Support** 26,602,656 11,324,048 11,574,810 12,737,722 12,040,115 4,340,814 3,204,144 7,091,679 6,790,337
Totals 145,229,984 149,939,985 150,889,564 159,860,707 162,298,190 164,367,291 168,281,460 153,703,111 $ 156,985,983
City Service Area 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
proposed
2018
proposed
Safety & Health* $‐ $‐ $‐ $‐ $‐ $ 340,000 $ 90,000 $ 90,000 $ 90,000
Representative Government 000000000
Livable Community 1,388,454 14,714,000 8,959,000 2,672,725 1,475,000 2,486,000 4,230,000 6,059,775 9,489,237
Mobility 17,704,973 14,451,023 14,715,603 35,597,803 7,419,107 15,750,630 5,107,222 16,131,322 7,310,500
Utilities & Environment 8,045,000 11,940,000 11,980,000 10,214,000 17,681,000 14,940,000 20,490,839 20,967,000 21,585,000
Internal Support** 455,000 30,000 307,000 100,000 0 340,000 965,000 405,000 343,000
Totals $ 27,593,427 $ 41,135,023 $ 35,961,603 $ 48,584,528 $ 26,575,107 $ 33,856,630 $ 30,883,061 $ 43,653,097 $ 38,817,737
City Service Area 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
proposed
2018
proposed
Safety & Health* $ 47,787,283 $ 56,652,301 $ 55,960,205 $ 58,260,436 $ 59,817,417 $ 64,298,607 $ 66,901,562 $ 40,309,656 $ 42,442,521
Representative Government 5,082,561 6,211,543 6,395,854 6,071,863 6,169,852 6,592,342 6,808,914 24,173,189 27,630,970
Livable Community 13,954,736 28,393,103 23,087,391 16,709,278 15,673,901 17,986,691 20,212,505 7,281,264 7,472,160
Mobility 25,516,637 24,093,890 24,648,757 46,021,351 18,064,413 27,713,714 17,484,637 29,033,680 20,454,596
Utilities & Environment 53,424,538 64,370,123 64,877,150 68,544,585 77,107,599 76,951,753 83,587,759 89,061,740 90,670,135
Internal Support** 27,057,656 11,354,048 11,881,810 12,837,722 12,040,115 4,680,814 4,169,144 7,496,679 7,133,337
Totals 172,823,411 191,075,008 186,851,167 208,445,235 188,873,297 198,223,921 199,164,521 197,356,208 195,803,720
*The 2017‐18 drop in Safety & Health resources is due to the voter‐approved formation of the Renton Regional Fire Authority. They are no longer part of the City budget.
**Excludes internal and interfund transfers
The pages that follow are provided to share information about the many programs that support each City Service Area. You will find their
purpose, their program performance measures and results. Also included are the resources allocated to each program through the budgeting
process. At the end of this section you will find a just‐the‐numbers summary of the revenue, expenditure and capital budgets listed by program
for each City Service Area with a final reconciliation to our overall budget.
2010 ‐ 2018 City Service Area Resource Allocation
Historical Capital Budgets by City Service Area
Historical Adopted Budgets by City Service Area
Historical Full Time Equivalent (FTE) positions by City Service Area
Historical Operating Budgets by City Service Area
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194.53 194.53
$ 40,219,656 $ 42,352,521
26%27%
How can we measure our efforts?2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
UCR Class 1A crimes per 1,000
population 4.0 3.0 3.0 2.5 2.3 TBD N/A
Property crimes per 1,000 population 65.0 46.0 49.0 49.2 53.0 TBD N/A
Percent of community who feel safe
in their neighborhood.*‐‐86%‐‐ ‐‐ ‐‐92%* N/A
Response times for calls for Priority 1
emergency services (Police)2.99 3.27 3.07 3.81 4.64 4.52 N/A
Percentage of residents who report
feeling prepared for a disaster.*‐‐69%‐‐ ‐‐ ‐‐72%* N/A
Annual volunteer hours dedicated to
the Emergency Management Program 4,755 5,458 3,372 3,051 1,866 2,954 N/A
General Information at a glance 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Number of Police Personnel 167.40 151.40 151.40 149.90 148.40 150.40 TBD
Number of Calls for Police Service 75,371 67,428 67,906 59,110 59,052 61,537 TBD
Physical arrests 3,464 2,810 1,968 1,725 1,515 1,653 TBD
Parking violations 4,748 4,757 4,855 4,799 4,049 4,464 TBD
Traffic violations 13,829 8,805 7,943 8,388 5,925 4,828 TBD
Photo Enorcement Violations 21,157 21,301 22,036 15,733 21,015 25,562 TBD
Resource Allocation 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Full Time Equivalent Employees (FTE's) budgeted 348.9 334.5 333.5 333.83 331.33 339.83 340.83
Operating Expenditures $ 47,787,283 $ 56,652,301 $ 55,960,205 $ 58,260,436 $ 59,817,417 $ 63,958,607 $ 66,811,562
Capital Expenditures $ ‐ $ ‐ $ ‐ $ ‐ $ ‐ $ 340,000 $ 90,000
Strategies Renton is using to work toward and achieve this desired result
Encouragement of a self reliant community through programs and education
Timely responsiveness and “projection of effort,” when the community cannot help itself
Recovery and restoration of the community after a disaster
Encourage the community to comply with local, state and federal laws
Key Performance Indicators:
* UCR Class 1 Crimes include murder, manslaughter, forcible rape, robbery, assault (simple and aggravated), burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft, and arson
* Residential and Business Community Survey conducted every three‐four years; changing methodologies prevent precise comparison over time.
See the following pages for a listing of our programs in support of this City Service Area
Safety and Health Service Area
Desired Result: I want a safe and healthy community
Proposed
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Operating
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
Compliance audits performed by Business License staff will result in an increase in number of Full Time
Equivalent (FTE) positions reported by businesses. 298 0 N/A N/A N/A
Business License renewals will be issued within one day of receipt of payment. 99% 45% 85% 95% TBD
FTE's:1.1 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.1
Dollars:94,478$ 97,559$ 108,061$ 114,395$ 105,456$ 109,005$
Average response time (in minutes) to Priority I calls.3.07 3.81 4.64 4.52 N/A
Average response time (in minutes) to Priority II calls.7.32 6.50 7.64 8.13 N/A
Average response time (in minutes) to Priority III calls.10.48 8.81 10.87 11.75 N/A
Average response time (in minutes) to Priority IV calls.21.05 16.01 20.91 23.94 N/A
FTE's:64.0 64.0 63.0 63.0 67.0 67.0
Dollars:8,982,138$ 9,191,931$ 9,792,900$ 10,159,956$ 9,900,191$ 10,338,556$
Average number of training hours per non‐commissioned employee 25 33 43 16 N/A
Average number of training hours per commissioned employee 98 108 117 35 N/A
Number of neighborhoods involved in community education through block/business watch participation 48 43 39 N/A N/A
FTE's:10.5 9.0 8.0 8.0 15.0 15.0
Dollars:1,675,957$ 1,569,696$ 1,454,208$ 1,505,138$ 2,373,476$ 2,460,047$
Percent of collision incidences resolved by Patrol Services during regular hours of service to reduce
resources needed in Patrol Operations.84.49 55.42 76.00 50.86 N/A
Average percent of traffic safety camera notices of violation are provided within fourteen days. 95.72 58.75 100 100 N/A
FTE's:14.0 14.0 14.0 14.0 14.0 14.0
Dollars:2,503,671$ 2,538,020$ 2,622,607$ 2,707,749$ 2,949,113$ 2,982,980$
Annual percent of successful resolution or clearance of assigned cases 82.00 84.19 76.83 83.21 N/A
FTE's:20.0 20.0 20.0 20.0 22.0 22.0
Dollars:2,639,554$ 2,696,607$ 2,815,279$ 2,940,571$ 3,247,139$ 3,308,069$
Police Department resources budgeted to support Investigations:
Police Department resources budgeted to support Patrol Services:
Renton residents and businesses are served by this Police Department program by having the opportunity to receive training in a variety of forums, including but not
limited to block watch, business watch, crime free multi‐housing, citizen's academy, national night out, and many types of personal safety classes. In addition, residents
are served through the efforts of the administrative services division by having competent, well‐trained, well equipped police officers responding to their emergency
requests for assistance.
Administrative Services
Investigations
The investigations division conducts follow‐up investigations of crimes against persons (assault, homicide, missing persons, rape, robbery, sex offenders, domestic violence,
and runaways), property crimes (auto theft, fraud, forgery, burglary, theft, malicious mischief, identity theft, unlawful issuance of bank checks, and pawns.) Detectives
conduct investigations and submit them to the prosecutor's office for charges. Once charges are filed they prepare the case for trial and assist the prosecutor's office.
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
Uniformed, first responders to emergency and non‐emergency calls‐for‐service relating to safe, coordinated and accessible roadway and neighborhood traffic concerns.
The division acts as a support service to patrol operations responding for collision reporting and investigating, clearing the roads and moving traffic safely through Renton.
The division works collaboratively with intra‐departmental teams to coordinate a traffic plan to safely move hundreds of thousands of vehicles through the city on any
given day. The patrol services division emphasizes a traffic plan that focuses traffic safety through engineering, education and enforcement.
min. of 24 hours
less than 3.5 minutes
less than 8 minutes
less than 12 minutes
Uniformed, first responders to emergency and non‐emergency calls for service. When available, uncommitted time is spent providing pro‐active policing throughout the
city to reduce crime and the perception of crime. Responsible for enforcing laws, arresting offenders, resolving community problems, and improving the quality of life for
the residents and visitors of Renton.
Programs, Resources and Results
NOTE: Due to timing of available data, some of our indicators will be marked "TBD" until it is received
City Service Area: Safety and Health
min. of 100 hours
min. of 50 count
Police Department resources budgeted to support Administrative Services:
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Business Licensing:
The licensing of businesses allows the City to ensure new businesses are located in the appropriate land use zones and the revenues collected are a critical element of the
City's Transportation Improvement Program that facilitates traffic and pedestrian mobility in and around the city. Providing passport application processing is a
convenience for the citizens of Renton. It is the intent that the revenues generated will cover the cost of providing the service.
Business Licensing
Police Department resources budgeted to support Patrol Operations:
min. of 95 percent
Patrol Operations
min. of 100 count
less than 21 minutes
Patrol Services
min. of 100 percent
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
City Service Area: Safety and Health
Number of arrests due to Special Operations' identification and investigation of repeat offenders and/or
trends of criminal activity. 87 80 58 51 N/A
FTE's:22.0 22.0 22.0 22.0 21.0 21.0
Dollars:3,115,313$ 3,177,244$ 3,446,817$ 3,594,363$ 3,227,507$ 3,359,743$
New Concealed Pistol Licenses will be completed within 30 days new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 75% N/A
Number of Cases processed by staff 13,566 14,118 14,721 15,517 N/A
Number of warrants processed by staff 2,544 2,356 2,357 2,161 N/A
Number of Citations processed by staff 13,924 16,867 14,550 11,766 N/A
Number of Orders process by staff 1,671 1,441 1,432 1,438 N/A
Number of Public Records Requests new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 2,359 N/A
FTE's:15.4 15.4 15.4 15.4 16.4 16.4
Dollars:1,403,208$ 1,450,477$ 1,668,902$ 1,776,066$ 1,799,964$ 1,898,169$
Residents report feeling somewhat or very safe during the day in their neighborhood. next survey 2015 next survey 2015 next survey 2015 92%next survey 2017
Residents report feeling somewhat or very safe during the night in their neighborhood. next survey 2015 next survey 2015 next survey 2015 60%next survey 2017
Community report feeling somewhat or very safe during the day in the downtown area.next survey 2015 next survey 2015 next survey 2015 80%next survey 2017
Community report feeling somewhat or very safe during the night in the downtown area.next survey 2015 next survey 2015 next survey 2015 32%next survey 2017
FTE's:4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
Dollars:4,513,858$ 4,552,469$ 5,235,625$ 5,313,703$ 6,349,491$ 6,600,834$
FTE's:0.00 0.00 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Dollars:5,583,718$ 6,333,307$ 4,200,000$ 4,500,000$ 4,850,000$ 5,698,750$
The percentage of city‐wide improvement plan targets that are completed on schedule after an exercise
or actual emergency. 100 100 100 N/A N/A
Engage with and leverage public and private partnerships to maintain or increase volunteer hours
dedicated to the Emergency Management Program.3,372 3,051 1,866 3,064 N/A
FTE's:2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.7 2.7
Dollars:323,570$ 331,623$ 377,272$ 392,868$ 545,975$ 564,105$
The activities of the program are driven both by mandates and by best practices in the emergency management profession. The primary activities of the program address
the legal requirements specified in the WAC and in the grant guidance and the result is development and coordination of emergency plans, design and deployment of
required training and exercises, maintenance of certain communication and warning capabilities, public education and relay of emergency information, emergency
response through the activation of the Emergency Operations Center, identification and analysis of local hazards, and hazmat response and notification. The ultimate
outcome is a more effective and coordinated emergency response on the part of the City, increased disaster resilience of residents and businesses, the engagement of
volunteers, and leveraging of public and private partnerships to serve the community better and more cost‐effectively during and after a disaster.
number of orders
Emergency Management
min. of 80 percent
Police Department resources budgeted to support Special Operations:
Police Department resources budgeted to support Auxiliary Services ‐ Jail:
Police Department resources budgeted to support Staff Services:
min. of 50 count
Responsible for the overall leadership of the Renton police department. Administration establishes the goals and objectives for the Renton police department and sets
response protocols for emergencies, collaborates with other ValleyCom law enforcement agencies, and is the lead in communication with citizens.
Police Administration
min. of 80 percent
number of requests
min. of 90 percent
min. of 90 percent
min. of 80 percent
Police Department resources budgeted to support Police Administration:
Staff Services
Auxiliary Services ‐ Jail
number of cases
number of warrants
number of citations
The Special Operations division of the Renton Police Department is the primary proactive arm of the department. By proactively identifying and targeting prolific
offenders, the Renton police department is far more efficient at crime fighting than it would be if it were simple reactive. The special operations division has had great
results including the arrest and conviction of several high profile and prolific offenders who have been responsible for hundreds of crimes within the city of Renton.
min. of 75 percent
hours
Fire & Emergency Services Department resources budgeted to support Emergency Management:
Special Operations
Staff services division maintains all police department crime reports, traffic collision reports, court orders, federal uniform crime reporting (UCR), missing persons,
stolen/recovery stolen vehicles, criminal history, concealed pistol license (CPL) applications/denials, officer safety entries, Renton Municipal Court warrants, protection
orders, ACCESS certification for department members, public disclosure requests, insurance requests, prosecutor requests and defense attorney case report requests. This
group also assigns case report numbers to police officers, receives all electronic reports from police officers on the street as well as online reporting by victims and merges
these into police records management system. All after hours calls and requests go through staff services for any emergency and non emergency requests for other city
department notifications. Staff services division is the only city department that is staffed 24 hours for citizens to contact after hours.
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
City Service Area: Safety and Health
Permit review for single family applications completed within 2 weeks 75 40 4 N/A N/A
Permit review for commercial applications within 4 weeks 100 100 62 N/A N/A
Inspection requests receive response within 24 hours 98 97 97 N/A N/A
FTE's:12.5 12.5 13.0 13.0 12.0 12.0
Dollars:1,440,261$ 1,472,285$ 1,593,442$ 1,687,594$ 1,557,060$ 1,617,184$
Code compliance is achieved within 3 weeks of date of initial request 88 84 N/A N/A N/A
Sites remain in compliance one year after Code Enforcement action.N/A 95 N/A N/A N/A
Code compliance is achieved through voluntary action upon notification of violation 85 95 N/A N/A N/A
FTE's:3 3 3.0 3.0 4.0 4.0
Dollars:328,729$ 338,602$ 397,253$ 419,537$ 531,790$ 534,908$
Be prepared for hearings and trials in all cases new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 N/A N/A
Increase the scope and extent of electronic exchanges of information, including discovery, to the
Defense Attorney.new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 N/A N/A
Discovery provided to the Defense Attorney by prosecutors within 20 calendar days of a receipt of a
request for discovery and a request is sent out for needed materials from the police and involved
agencies or businesses.
97 100 N/A N/A N/A
Prepare complete and adequate discovery in all cases, as measured by motions granted by the court for
inadequate discovery.new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 N/A N/A
FTE's:6 6 7.0 7.0 8.0 8.0
Dollars:622,055$ 657,530$ 873,909$ 929,599$ 979,228$ 1,041,806$
Provide Electronic Home Detention (EHD) services to reduce jail costs. EHD referrals and revenue
increases, resulting in a cost savings to the inmate house budget. 1,312,708$ 1,227,828$ 1,765,785$ N/A N/A
FTE's:1 1 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
Dollars:99,851$ 103,093$ 366,629$ 379,743$ 397,087$ 406,139$
Composite of results from survey of probationer's understanding of probation process reflected as
"Good" or better. 83 81 84 85 N/A
FTE's:1 1 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Dollars:99,851$ 103,093$ 120,680$ 126,987$ 126,253$ 130,467$
min. of 95 percent
min. of 99 percent
This program provides plan review, building permits and field inspection services for all private and public development building projects within the City of Renton. Permits
include building, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, sprinklers, refrigeration, demolition and signs. Enforcement of the building codes ensures the safety of our
residents in the built environment.
State law and Court Rules require that attorneys handle the prosecution of all criminal offenses in the Municipal Court. Court Rules further define the prosecutor's role.
There are many time deadlines involved with when cases must be heard and paperwork must be sent to defendants or their attorneys. The City Attorney Department,
Prosecution Division, handles all misdemeanor cases in the Municipal Court for the City of Renton and all appeals therefrom. The work load and requirements for this
Division of the City Attorney Department is directly affected by the schedules and demands made by the sitting judge at the municipal court, the number of cases filed or
referred to the prosecutors for review and to make charging decisions and special efforts such as code enforcement by criminal citation. There has also been an increase in
declined felony cases from the county prosecutor, which usually present cases that are larger, and more difficult to prosecute.
min. of 95 percent
Defendants found guilty or given a deferred sentence have a responsibility to meet the conditions of their sentence or risk being found in violation of the Court Order.
Many defendants benefit from clarification and direction of a Probation Officer. When held accountable on a regular basis for an extended period of time, behavior can
often be changed in a positive manner to the benefit of the probationer and the community. This is a step toward reducing recidivism in our community and enhancing our
sense of security and protection.
min. of 95 percent
min. of 95 percent
min. of 95 percent
min. of 70 percent
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support Code Enforcement
program:
Electronic Home Detention
The Electronic Home Detention (EHD) program provides an alternative to incarceration for non‐violent offenders. With approval from the sentencing court, offenders are
placed in the EHD program at no cost to the agency. The EHD program eliminates the expense to house inmates in jail. EHD costs are paid for by the offender, which
eliminates housing offenders with health restrictions requiring expensive treatment. The EHD program allows offenders to live at home, go to work and still provide for
their families.
min. of $600,000
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support Building Inspection:
min. of 95 percent
City Attorney Prosecution
Court Services Department resources budgeted to support Probation:
Probation
min. of 70 percent
min. of 80 percent
Court Services Department resources budgeted to support Electronic Home Detention:
min. of 95 percent
City Attorney Department resources budgeted to support City Attorney Prosecution:
Code Enforcement program
The Code Enforcement program ensures compliance with the City's laws and regulations for land use, zoning, building, housing, and environmental health. The City places a
high priority on code compliance as a means of accomplishing adopted community goals, such as maintaining the quality of neighborhoods, avoiding nuisances, and
protecting the environment.
Building Inspection
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
City Service Area: Safety and Health
Increase the percentage of total served that are low‐to‐moderate income, owner‐occupied households. 95 N/A TBD 4% of 5315 N/A
Increase the percentage of household served that are non–senior (applicant less than 65 years of age)
households served.new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 22% N/A
Increase the total number of services provided. new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 985 N/A
Number of unduplicated Renton residents served by agencies funded by City of Renton.new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 18,136 N/A
Percentage of unduplicated Renton residents served by agencies funded by City of Renton.new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 19% N/A
Per capita spending for human services new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 5.54$ N/A
FTE's:4.3 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.3
Dollars:1,124,503$ 1,135,777$ 1,199,981$ 1,212,599$ 1,279,927$ 1,301,760$
FTE's: 180.83 179.33 179.83 179.83 194.53 194.53
Dollars:58,260,436$ 59,817,417$ 36,273,565$ 37,760,868$ 40,219,656$ 42,352,521$
Note: Fire & ES Department programs previously included here have been removed.
For a list of program revenue, expenditures ‐ including capital budgets ‐ please see the end of this section.
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Serving vulnerable/low income:
number of residents
increase of 0.5%
% of residents
City Resources budgeted to support the Safety and Health City Service Area
increase of ___ %
Serving vulnerable/low income
cost per capita
This program provides information and referrals to connect people to service. This program allocates funds to agencies that help children be ready for school, provide for
basic needs or prevent homelessness, as well as addressing domestic violence and sexual assault. Additionally, this program provides health and safety related repairs to
low income homeowners.
increase of 10%
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40.20 40.20
$ 7,281,264 $ 7,472,160
5%5%
How can we measure our efforts?2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Residents rate overall service
provided by the City as exceeding or
greatly exceeding expectations*
‐‐‐58%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐67%* TBD
Residents rate livability of Renton*‐‐‐74%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐66%* TBD
Cost of Services per Capita (operating
costs/population) $ 1,736 $ 1,738 $ 1,724 $ 1,701 $ 1,701 $ 1,851 $ 1,851
Residents feel they are getting their
money's worth for their tax dollar*‐‐‐44%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐51%* TBD
Resident's satisfaction with
understanding the court infraction
process.
‐‐‐ ‐‐‐74% 78% 85% 85% TBD
Satisfaction with access to court
information related to infraction
processing
‐‐‐ ‐‐‐87% 83% 86% 87% TBD
Resident rating of quality and
effectiveness of City
Communications*
‐‐‐42%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐58%* TBD
Annual number of volunteer hours
engaged through Community Services 59,442 62,800 60,454 62,729 46,013 43,952 TBD
General Information at a glance 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Population 90,927 92,590 93,910 95,540 97,130 98,470 101,300
Ranking in size ‐ Washington 98888 TBD TBD
Ranking in size ‐ King County 4 4 4 4 4 TBD TBD
Land Area in square miles 23.38 23.12 23.79 23.96 24.03 TBD TBD
Combined Sales Tax Rate 9.5%9.5%9.5%9.5%9.5%TBD TBD
Combined Property Tax Rate/per $1k AV $ 11.12 $ 12.21 $ 13.22 $ 14.23 $ 14.25 TBD TBD
City Portion of Property Tax Rate $ 2.71 $ 2.83 $ 3.10 $ 3.10 $ 3.15 TBD TBD
Total Property Tax Levy (in millions)32.0 32.3 33.3 32.6 35.5 TBD TBD
Assessed Valuation (AV) (in billions)11.9 11.5 10.8 10.6 11.3 TBD TBD
Utility Tax Rates 6%6%6%6% 6.0‐6.8% TBD TBD
Resource Allocation 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Full Time Equivalent Employees (FTE's) budgeted 41.1 44.02 42.9 40.7 39.7 39.7 39.7
Operating Expenditures $ 5,082,561 $ 6,211,543 $ 6,395,854 $ 6,071,863 $ 6,169,852 $ 6,592,342 $ 6,808,914
Capital Expenditures $ ‐ $ ‐ $ ‐ $ ‐ $ ‐ $ ‐ $ ‐
Key Performance Indicators:
* Residential and Business Community Survey conducted every three‐four years; changing methodologies prevent precise comparison over time.
See the following pages for a listing of our programs in support of this City Service Area
Strategies Renton is using to work toward and achieve this desired result
Policy and program decisions reflecting community values
Advocate community interest in regional, state, and federal forums
Open accessible and consistent (administrative and judicial) decision process
Clear and effective communications
Policy and fiscal accountability
Partnership with community organizations to leverage resources
Representative Government
Desired Result: I want a responsive and responsible government
Proposed
FTE's
Operating
Percent of Operating Budget
$0
$2
$4
$6
$8
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
proposed
2018
proposed
Mi
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i
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Annual Budgets
Operating Expenditures Capital Expenditures
41.1
44.0 42.9
40.7 39.7 39.7 39.7 40.2 40.2
36
38
40
42
44
46
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
proposed
2018
proposed
FTE's Budgeted
Number of FTE's
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results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
Hours of service provided annually by volunteers.62,800 62,729 46,013 43,952 N/A
Number of residents engaged in volunteer activities annually.4611 6191 6000 6494 N/A
Value of volunteer service $1.37 mill $1.42 mill $1.23 mill $1.27 mill N/A
Percentage of evaluations of services and/or experience rate satisfaction as good or better.new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 N/A next survey 2015
FTE's:2.32 2.32 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.3
Dollars:286,362$ 291,999$ 302,776$ 322,780$ 312,631$ 323,378$
Information requests/concerns from residents are acknowledged within three days.90.25 92 97 100 97
Information requests/concerns are resolved within two weeks.90 95 92 99 92
Residents surveyed rate the value of services for the taxes paid to Renton as "good" or better.next survey 2015 next survey 2015 next survey 2015 51 next survey 2015
FTE's:3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 4.0 4.0
Dollars:868,832$ 890,745$ 985,593$ 1,023,307$ 1,426,801$ 1,508,885$
Staff serving on minimum number of local, regional and state Boards to support grant and educational
opportunities. 55555
FTE's:see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm.
Dollars:see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm.
Number of organizations in which CED staff represents the City in local, regional and statewide
organizations focused in areas such as land use, economic development , building regulation 24 27 27 27 N/A
FTE's:see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm.
Dollars:see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm. see Liv. Comm.
Number of Legislative documents (agenda, minutes, ordinances, resolutions, etc) published & available 187 144 142 148 N/A
Number of internal documents (contracts including lease agreements, MOU's, etc.) that are executed
and recorded 411 601 579 722 N/A
Internal Customer service survey indicates Good or Better customer satisfaction.N/A 86 N/A 87 N/A
Number of Public Records Requests 366 342 453 332 N/A
FTE's:5 5 5.0 5.0 6.0 6.0
Dollars:1,016,822$ 1,062,166$ 942,862$ 992,720$ 1,081,537$ 1,119,660$
Programs, Resources and Results
NOTE: Due to timing of available data, some of our indicators will be marked "TBD" until it is received
CED Administration
City Service Area: Representative Government
min. of 4 count
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Community Engagement:
Administration, Community Services
This program provides support for resident inquiries and policy development and implementation functions provided by the Mayor's Office. Generally the Mayor's Office
provides executive leadership and management for the City of Renton government to act strategically, implement decisions efficiently and accurately, represent Renton
effectively, apply city policies uniformly, and carry out city goals expeditiously.
Executive Department resources budgeted to support Executive Operations:
Executive Operations
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support CED Administration:
City Clerk
data only
data only
Community Engagement
min. of 90 percent
Responsible for operational support of the City Council and documenting and maintaining the official record of the City. The City Clerk's office is also an information,
referral, and document resource center for citizens and staff and is the city's official records management office.
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support City Clerk:
data only
min. of 50 percent
The Mission of the Community Services Department is to promote a more livable community by providing recreation, museum, human service programs, modern parks and
facilities and undisturbed natural areas. We are a department comprised of eight divisions. We are the conduit for Community involvement and overseeing quality of life
experiences.
Coordinates and leverages civic engagement opportunities, fostering collaborations and partnerships that enhance service and value to the City. The program develops
strategies to remove barriers to volunteer services and supports development of new volunteer opportunities within the City infrastructure and the community.
min. of 80 percent
min. of 61,000 count
min. of 4,500 count
min. of 1,260,000 dollar
min. of 90 percent
min. of 8 count
Provides leadership, resources and regional influence to enable the Department to meet its responsibilities in a manner that is responsive to the needs of its customers and
consistent with the City's Business Plan, Goals and Action Items. CED Administration is responsible for budget development, as well as financial monitoring and reporting
for the entire Department.
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Administration/Com Svcs:
data only
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
City Service Area: Representative Government
An internal customer service survey will indicate that public work contracts, memo's, pre‐approved
contracts, code compliance forms and pleadings are updated in a timely manner. new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 new 2015
Routine legislation and contract review will be performed within one week of receipt.99 98.9 98.4 98.9 98.4
Internal Customer Survey will indicate that attorneys participated positively and clearly through
telephone, email, or in‐person.91 93 N/A 93 N/A
FTE's:3.88 3.88 3.88 3.88 3.88 3.88
Dollars:577,349$ 594,181$ 654,880$ 693,479$ 677,867$ 700,477$
Department's expenditures are within budget.100 100 100 100 N/A
Number of training hours per FTE provided to court employees.8689 T B D
FTE's:2 2 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
Dollars:654,292$ 677,775$ 788,888$ 805,573$ 839,900$ 820,429$
Defendant satisfaction with their understanding of the criminal case process is rated as "Good" or
better.83 84 84 83 N/A
Ongoing Juror Survey's reflect an approval rating that indicates satisfaction and understanding of the
jury experience by non‐criminal citizens of Renton. 81 85 82 80 N/A
Defendant’s satisfaction with the ability to obtain access to court record information related to criminal
case processing is rated “Good” or better.new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 87 N/A
FTE's:7 6 6.0 6.0 5.0 5.0
Dollars:738,919$ 690,064$ 727,334$ 760,705$ 669,096$ 697,370$
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
FTE's:0 0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Dollars:450,000$ 450,000$ 450,000$ 450,000$ 450,000$ 450,000$
Defendant's satisfaction with the ability to get access to court information related to infraction
processing is rated "Good" or better.87 83 86 87 N/A
Resident's satisfaction with understanding the court infraction process.74 78 85 85 N/A
FTE's:5.0 5.0 4.0 4.0 5.0 5.0
Dollars:516,601$ 528,590$ 474,419$ 494,445$ 585,407$ 611,935$
The Civil Division, drafts, reviews, revises and/or edits all legislation for the city; provides legal advice and guidance, acquires property for the City, stays current on the law
and provides affected City departments notices of changes in the statutory or case law, helps negotiate and review contracts for the different departments, interacts with
other legal departments and municipalities on matters of joint interest, including interlocal agreements, provides legal defense for lawsuits not covered by WCIA, and
handles administrative appeals before the Hearing Examiner and City Council.
In accordance with Washington State Court Rule #GR 29, the Presiding Judge and as delegated, the Court Services Director, shall manage and administer the court's
business.
min. of 99.5 percent
Court Administration
min. of 8 count
City Attorney Department resources budgeted to support City Attorney Civil:
City Attorney Civil
Court Public Defenders
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
Court Services Department resources budgeted to support Court Administration:
Court Services Department resources budgeted to support Criminal Case Processing:
Renton Municipal Court is a court of limited jurisdiction, handling all misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes that occur within the city limits of Renton. The purpose
of a trial court, as an independent and impartial branch of government, is to provide objective, accessible and timely resolution of all cases appropriately coming before the
Court, the protection of the rights of all individuals, and the dignified and fair treatment of all parties. The judge's role is to insure the law is followed
Renton has a contract with a public defense firm to represent those individuals charged with crimes under the Renton Municipal Code.
A case is defined as a public defense appointment from arraignment to plea, or through trial and adjudication.
min. of 95 percent
min. of 90 percent
min. of 90 percent
Infraction Processing
Criminal Case Processing
min. of 90 percent
The role of the Court in this program is "…to secure the just, speedy and inexpensive determination of every infraction case." per Washington State Court Rule IRLJ 3.2. An
infraction is a noncriminal violation of the law determined by statute. In Renton infractions consist mostly of traffic citations, parking tickets (including handicap parking
violations), photo enforcement tickets and building code violations.
N/A
Court Services Department resources budgeted to support Court Public Defenders:
Court Services Department resources budgeted to support Infraction Processing:
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results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
City Service Area: Representative Government
N/A N/A N/A N/A
FTE's:0 0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Dollars:40,000$ 40,000$ 40,000$ 40,000$ 40,000$ 40,000$
Percent of survey responses that rate the City's job of keeping residents informed as "good" or better. new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 58 next survey 2017
Composite increase in residents' rating for each of the City's various information resources provided by
the Communications Department (e‐communication, print, advertising and media).next survey 2015 next survey 2015 next survey 2015 next survey 2015 next survey 2015
Internal Customer satisfaction rating of Communications Department services will be "good" or better. N/A N/A TBD
The percent of the City's Public Relations efforts and advertising covered by local and regional media. 80 N/A N/A N/A N/A
FTE's:4 4 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
Dollars:571,172$ 586,817$ 554,982$ 582,520$ 759,814$ 753,724$
Amount of Intergovernmental funding collected by the City to fund programs and projects increases
year over year.75 N/A TBD
Accomplishment or significant progress made on each of the major priorities of the annually adopted
State Legislative Agenda 87.5 75 TBD
FTE's:0 0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Dollars:62,400$ 62,400$ 62,400$ 62,400$ 70,000$ 70,000$
Residents surveyed rate the City as heading in the right direction (survey rate fair, good or excellent)55 N/A N/A 63 next survey
Cost of government per capita (operating costs/population)1,107 1,702 1,702 1,851 1,851
FTE's:8 8 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0
Dollars:289,114$ 295,116$ 335,838$ 348,161$ 368,211$ 376,303$
FTE's: 40.7 39.7 38.7 38.7 40.2 40.2
Dollars: 6,071,863$ 6,169,853$ 6,319,972$ 6,576,090$ 7,281,264$ 7,472,160$
min. of 5 percent
min. of 80 percent
The citywide communications offer is a dynamic and integrated one‐stop communications shop that will provide effective and strategic communication through clear and
concise messaging to the public and within City operations.
min. of 80 percent
Administrative Services resources budgeted to support Hearing Examiner:
N/A
This program coordinates advocacy with regional, state and federal policymakers in order to help advance the City's business plan. Particular priority is placed on
maximizing funding opportunities in order to maintain and develop quality infrastructure and promote economic development. The Mayor and Council as well as multiple
City staff actively participate in numerous statewide and regional associations, interest groups and coalitions to advance the City's objectives and position the City as an
established voice in intergovernmental policymaking.
min. of 80 percent
Hearing Examiner
N/A
min. of 65 percent
Intergovernmental Relations
The function of the Hearing Examiner program is to hold hearings and issue decisions and recommendations to the City Council on original land use matters as well as hear
appeals by those who wish to appeal the administrative decisions of the City regarding land use decisions, impoundment cases, and other matters. The Hearing Examiner is
also delegated by the Police Chief to hear property forfeitures arising out of illegal drug transactions.
Citywide Communications
Executive Department resources budgeted to support Citywide Communications:
For a list of program revenue, expenditures ‐ including capital budgets ‐ please see the end of this section.
min. of 5 percent
Executive Department resources budgeted to support Intergovernmental Relations:
Legislative Department resources budgeted to support Legislative Operations:
City Resources budgeted to support the Representative Government City Service Area
This program supports the assessment of the needs of the public and setting priorities; developing and adopting the annual budget, ordinances, resolutions, and policy
alternatives to meet those needs, consistent with City goals and objectives; and provides coordination and evaluation of programs and service objectives. By City code
required to provide a forum for appeals.
Legislative Operations
min. of 5 percent
min. of 75 percent min. of 75 percent
min. of 70 percent
data only
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2017 2018
66.09 66.09
$ 18,113,414 $ 18,141,734
12%12%
How can we measure our efforts?2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
No single employment sector shall
exceed 40% of the total number of
jobs in the City
31% 28% 30% 40%‐‐‐16% TBD
Growth in property taxes due to new
construction 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 3% TBD
Number of recognized neighborhood
programs 63 69 72 69 70 74 TBD
Community satisfaction rating of arts,
culture, parks, recreation and events*‐‐‐63%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐62% TBD
Acres of Open Space 1,183 1,183 1,210 1,213 1,213 1,214 TBD
Developed Parks and Playgrounds
areas 30 32 32 32 33 33 TBD
General Information at a glance 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2017 2018
Number of In‐City Business Licenses 2,858 3,029 2,971 2,739 TBD 2,739 TBD
Number of Animal Licenses 2,056 3,398 3,194 2,980 TBD 2,980 TBD
Median Income (rolling average) $ 67,222 $ 62,800 $ 64,482 ‐‐‐ TBD ‐‐‐ TBD
Unemployment Rating 7.8%7.0%6.0%4.7%TBD 4.7%TBD
Number of jobs in Renton 41,268 44,848 47,523 46,789 TBD 46,789 TBD
Resource Allocation 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Full Time Equivalent Employees (FTE's) budgeted 82.42 64.42 64.42 62.45 62.2 63.63 63.63
Operating Expenditures $ 12,566,282 $ 13,679,103 $ 14,128,391 $ 14,036,553 $ 14,198,901 $ 15,500,691 $ 15,982,505
Capital Expenditures $ 1,388,454 $ 14,714,000 $ 8,959,000 $ 2,672,725 $ 1,475,000 $ 2,486,000 $ 4,230,000
Key Performance Indicators:
* Residential and Business Community Survey conducted every three‐four years; changing methodologies prevent precise comparison over time.
See the following pages for a listing of our programs in support of this City Service Area
Livable Community
Desired Result: I want access to high quality facilities, services and public resources that enrich the lives of everyone in the
community
Proposed
FTE's
Operating
Percent of Operating Budget
Strategies Renton is using to work toward and achieve this desired result:
Encourage and foster a vibrant and diverse economy
Provide or make available diverse learning and enrichment opportunities
Provide clean, safe, healthy and well‐maintained places
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
Percentage of occupancy rate for Swimming Lesson registrations 88 86 86 79 N/A
Henry Moses Aquatics Center customers rate their experience and satisfaction as Good to Excellent 99 99 96 97 N/A
FTE's:1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Dollars:774,745$ 777,883$ 774,928$ 786,791$ 867,727$ 873,141$
Average Market‐Day booth space occupancy as percentage of available space.new 2014 new 2014 83 N/A N/A
FTE's:0.75 0.75 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
Dollars:81,314$ 82,399$ 59,454$ 63,314$ 66,854$ 69,646$
Average daily attendance for drop‐in programs at Highlands and North Highlands Neighborhood
Centers 67 79 59 78 N/A
FTE's:5.34 5.34 5.59 5.59 12.09 12.09
Dollars:2,234,898$ 2,245,615$ 2,370,262$ 2,434,726$ 4,024,733$ 3,954,927$
Percent of Event Attendees reporting overall experience satisfaction of 3 or better in a 1‐5 scale.97 96 98 96 TBD
Number of businesses/public/private relationships engaged & providing support to produce events
maintained or increased.81 75 84 75 TBD
Percentage of the TOTAL cost of Holiday Lights, Renton River Days and 4th of July that is funded by
sponsors. new 2014 new 2014 37 33 TBD
FTE's:0.98 0.98 1.48 1.48 1.48 1.48
Dollars:276,838$ 278,378$ 345,672$ 359,219$ 367,426$ 376,567$
Number of visitors and people served by outreach 5,199 4,671 5,571 5,887 N/A
Percentage of visitors expressing high satisfaction 86 86 94 100 N/A
Average number of days in responding to research & photo orders 645 N / A N / A
FTE's:1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Dollars:209,903$ 211,281$ 227,761$ 235,281$ 236,275$ 241,550$
min. of 30 percent
min. of 95 percent
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Com Relations and Events:
min. of 120 count
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Museum:
min. of 4800 count
min. of 85 percent
less than 7 days
Programs, Resources and Results
NOTE: Due to timing of available data, some of our indicators will be marked "TBD" until it is received
The Recreation Services Program facilitates a wide variety of both free and fee based recreational opportunities. Recreation Services partners with local community groups
and agencies such as Aces Tennis, local Little Leagues, soccer groups, youth football leagues, Seattle Seahawks, SkyHawks Sports Camps, and other recreation
organizations. Recreation Services programs include Highlands and North Highlands Neighborhood Community Centers after school programs and drop‐in activities
supported by volunteers consisting of Youth Council members. Other programs include camps and athletics for youth and adults.
The Renton History Museum fosters community by preserving, documenting, and educating about Renton's rich history and maintaining regular open hours for the public.
Community Relations and Events
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Aquatics:
City Service Area: Livable Community
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Recreation Services:
min. of 80 percent
min. of 60 count
Aquatics
Every Tuesday June through September, the Renton Farmers Market is held in Downtown Renton's Piazza Park. An average of over 3,000 people attend the market each
week and have access to over 60 unique vendors.
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Farmers Market:
The Recreation Division Aquatics Program provides lifeguards, swim instruction, water fitness programs and customer service for over 65,000 participants every year at the
Henry Moses Aquatic Center. Other aquatic programs include providing lifeguards at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach and Kennydale Beach.
Recreation Services
Farmers Market
Museum
Leadership, management and direction of Renton's large‐scale city wide events: 4th of July, Renton River Days, Holiday Lights, and their related expenditures. These events
are inclusive of all ages, abilities and cultures; they promote civic participation and foster community pride. They contribute to the unique identity, positive image and
quality of life in Renton, utilize inter departmental collaborations, cultivate private/public partnerships, strengthen regional marketing and tourism to Renton, and
represent the effectiveness of leveraging resources to maximize community engagement while minimizing costs to the City.
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
City Service Area: Livable Community
Maintain or increase the number of officially recognized neighborhoods/ associations participating in
the program.69 69 70 74 N/A
Estimated percentage of residents served based on households within recognized
neighborhoods/associations. 55 55 55 N/A N/A
Increase the number of attendees at neighborhood picnics, trainings and forums.0 20 2,600 N/A
Participant satisfaction rated good to excellent experience with overall program new 2013 83 N/A 87 N/A
FTE's:1.83 1.83 1.83 1.83 1.83 1.83
Dollars:270,161$ 273,067$ 329,381$ 339,183$ 322,619$ 335,960$
Overall customer satisfaction rating is good to excellent In cleanliness and appearance of Parks System 89 93 89 84 N/A
Overall customer satisfaction rating is good to excellent in cleanliness and appearance of Trail System 89 93 89 84 N/A
Customers surveyed feel safe in parks and trails 82 87 N/A N/A N/A
FTE's:22.80 22.80 22.80 22.80 24.80 24.80
Dollars:4,046,158$ 4,095,896$ 4,722,541$ 4,914,394$ 5,271,700$ 5,242,739$
Percent of market value of lowest‐yielding property per market analysis. new 2013 10 10 10 10
FTE's:1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
Dollars:629,657$ 647,061$ 663,404$ 671,980$ 839,996$ 845,755$
Renton Community Center customers rate their experience and satisfaction as Good to Excellent N / A 9 19 48 9 N / A
FTE's:6.50 6.50 6.50 6.50 0.00 0.00
Dollars:1,355,406$ 1,374,990$ 1,444,929$ 1,485,884$ ‐$ ‐$
Average daily attendance at the Senior Center 222 261 219 401 N/A
Senior Center customers rate their experience and satisfaction as Good to Excellent 98 91 93 92 N/A
FTE's:3.25 3.25 3.25 3.25 3.25 3.25
Dollars:575,965$ 583,607$ 610,795$ 631,561$ 781,973$ 796,164$
Review PRO plan on an annual basis and manage national accreditation for Department.yes yes yes yes N/A
No late fees in processing of invoices 85 95 N/A 90 N/A
Current information on web site 75 75 N/A 80 N/A
FTE's:2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Dollars:448,556$ 445,032$ 545,712$ 562,434$ 505,154$ 524,771$
Leased Facilities
Renton Community Center
Senior Activity Center
The Renton Community Center provides recreation based classes and programs, drop in fitness room, athletic leagues, special events, volunteer opportunities, rental
facilities and customer service for approximately 200,000 patrons per year. The Center serves as the hub for all Recreation Division program registration and rental
reservations
Neighborhood Program
Parks and Trails Program
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
within 10 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 250 count
min. of 80 percent
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Neighborhood Program:
% of residents
Maintaining possession of excess City facilities provides flexibility for future need. Over a period of years, property generally increases in value, so that regardless of future
disposition, as long as sufficient revenues are being generated to cover operating and maintenance expenses, it makes sense to lease the facilities to retain flexibility.
The Parks Division maintains for public safety and enjoyment 33 developed parks totaling 265 acres and 13 miles of developed trails attracting up to 2.5 million visitors
each year. The Division meets the service demands of a livable community through safe and well maintained parks and trails.
The Neighborhood Program is a resource for officially recognized neighborhood associations to increase communication with city government, exchange information,
create and implement community projects, and help strengthen their community.
Administration, Community Services
min. 3 % increase
min. of 70 percent
min. of 80 percent
equal to or greater than 72
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Parks and Trails Program:
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Leased Facilities:
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Renton Community Center:
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Senior Activity Center:
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Administration/Com Svcs:
The Renton Senior Activity Center provides life enrichment and recreation programs, health and nutritional services, special events, volunteer opportunities,
rental facilities, and customer service for 90,000 patrons per year, ages 50 and older.
The Mission of the Community Services Department is to promote a more livable community by providing recreation, museum, human service programs, modern parks and
facilities and undisturbed natural areas. We are a department comprised of eight divisions. We are the conduit for Community involvement and overseeing quality of life
experiences.
yes/no
min. of 100 percent
min. of 100 percent
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
City Service Area: Livable Community
FTE's:0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Dollars:‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 361,724$ 361,724$
FTE's:0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Dollars:50,000$ 50,000$ 102,950$ ‐$ 15,000$ 15,000$
FTE's:0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25
Dollars:37,881$ 38,812$ 35,944$ 37,679$ 88,000$ 39,202$
FTE's:2.00 2.00 2.50 2.50 1.80 1.80
Dollars:1,017,853$ 1,006,430$ 1,128,965$ 1,173,838$ 1,285,338$ 1,312,272$
Process land use applications requiring a decision by the Hearing Examiner within 12 weeks of receipt of
complete application.45 50 N/A new 2016 N/A
Process land use applications requiring an Administrative Decision within 8 weeks.58 88 N/A new 2016 N/A
Development projects will be rated as adding value, quality, and character to the community by the
Planning Commission following land use decisions.new 2016 new 2016 new 2016 new 2016 N/A
FTE's:6.00 6.00 6.68 6.68 7.64 7.64
Dollars:676,661$ 696,159$ 844,508$ 904,394$ 1,163,676$ 1,220,824$
The City's annual sales tax revenue growth at rate higher than King County.4.71 6 9.4 9 N/A
Continue to diversify Renton’s employment base to ensure no single employment sector exceeds
targeted percent of employment base.30 31 N/A 15.6 N/A
Annual property tax revenue associated with new construction increases. 1.06 1.13 1.29 2.82 N/A
Percent increase in total number of employees working in Renton (measured by FTE) year over year 60 ‐1.4 16 14 N/A
FTE's:2.75 2.75 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
Dollars:446,705$ 455,737$ 604,469$ 648,403$ 1,126,718$ 1,122,559$
min. of 90 percent
min. of 90 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 1 percent
max. of 40 percent
greater than 1.5 percent
CED promotes citywide economic development by fostering an environment that supports business growth while also enhancing quality of life. The Economic Development
team, in concert with the private sector, actively promotes and develops economic activity in the City through business retention and expansion strategies and direct
recruitment of businesses and housing development with the goal of strengthening Renton's tax base and quality of life.
Current Planning
Economic Development
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support Arts & Culture:
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support CED Administration:
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support Current Planning:
1% for the Arts
The 1% for Art Program provides the opportunity to enhance municipal projects with the addition of public art or artistic treatments. The Arts Commission Ordinance
requires that all municipal construction projects (excluding water and sewer) include an amount not less than one percent of the actual total project cost to be used for the
selection, acquisition and installation of works of art. A construction project can also deposit funds into the 1% for Arts account to be invested in other public art projects.
This program provides for review, analysis and the development of written findings and determinations expressed in staff reports for discretionary land use permits and
building permits, including but not limited to: Plats, Rezones, Conditional Use Permits, Site Plan Review, Variances, and Shoreline Permits. In addition, this program
provides review of building and constructions permits, general planning and permitting information to the public and conducts pre‐application conferences with applicants.
CED Administration provides leadership, resources and regional influence to enable the Department to meet its responsibilities in a manner that is responsive to the needs
of its customers and consistent with the City's Business Plan, Goals and Action Items. In addition to the general administration of the Department, the Administrator
directly oversees the Economic Development Division, the Development Services Division and the Planning Division, serves on the Mayor's Cabinet, and works on numerous
special projects within the Department, interdepartmentally, and regionally.
The Renton Municipal Arts Commission (RMAC) is part of the Department of Community and Economic Development. The RMAC is overseen by the Planning and
Development Committee of the Renton City Council. The RMAC was created by ordinance to serve as an advisory group to the Mayor on the development of arts and
culture in the City.
Arts & Culture
CED Administration
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support 1% for the Arts:
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support Economic
Development:
CDBG ‐ CED
In 2015, the City initiated the Downtown Commercial Rehabilitation and Façade Improvement Loan Program (FILP) using CDBG funds. The FILP offers financial assistance
to upgrade business storefronts in the downtown area, in hopes of encouraging investment in Downtown, attracting new and expanding businesses, achieving significant
visual improvements of the area, and improving Downtown's overall economic health and safety. Loans made through the program require that the recipients provide
matching funds, are for a five‐year term with 0% interest and deferred payments, and may be potentially forgiven at the end of the term if the recipient is in good standing
and has adequately maintained the improvements made through the funding. Thus far, the program has issued one loan for the major rehabilitation of a building at S. 3rd
Street and Williams Avenue, and two other applications are under review for buildings on Williams and Burnett avenues.
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support CDBG ‐ CED:
min. of 1 percent
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
City Service Area: Livable Community
Ensure all City of Renton planning laws are current, compliant with state laws (such as GMA, SMA, EPA
and Subdivision) and meet the long term vision for the City.N/A 100 100 N/A N/A
Process all requests for annexation within Washington State Law timelines N/A 100 100 N/A N/A
Process all proposed amendments to the City's comprehensive plan and development regulations
through the Planning Commission to Council within established timelines N/A 100 100 N/A N/A
FTE's:4.00 4.00 2.75 2.75 2.95 2.95
Dollars:529,701$ 545,081$ 444,016$ 468,421$ 523,500$ 543,932$
FTE's:0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Dollars:245,000$ 265,000$ 245,000$ 265,000$ 265,000$ 265,000$
FTE's: 62.45 62.2 63.6 63.6 66.1 66.1
Dollars:13,907,402$ 14,072,428$ 15,500,691$ 15,982,505$ 18,113,414$ 18,141,734$
In 1998, the City established a 1% tax on hotel and motel stays for the purposes of promoting tourism and economic development. Recommendations for
expenditure of these funds are made annually by the Renton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. Historically, the majority of the funds have been allocated to the
Renton Community Marketing Campaign, a partnership including the City, Renton Chamber of Commerce, Renton School District, Renton Technical College, UW‐
Valley Medical Center; and the Renton Visitors Connection.
Hotel Motel Fund
min. of 100 percent
min. of 100 percent
This program primarily provides for legislative development of policies and regulations to implement Washington State Laws related to: governance,
environment and land use. This includes: the Growth Management Act, Shoreline Management Act, State Environmental Policy Act and the annexation laws
related to governance.
For a list of program revenue, expenditures ‐ including capital budgets ‐ please see the end of this section.
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support Long Range Planning:
Long Range Planning
Executive Department resources budgeted to support Hotel Motel Fund:
City Resources budgeted to support the Livable Community City Service Area
min. of 100 percent
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60.15 60.15
$ 12,902,358 $ 13,144,096
8%8%
How can we measure our efforts?2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Satisfaction with connectivity to local
and regional centers via Transit,
sidewalks and trails*
‐‐‐52%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐56% TBD
Smooth and unbroken pavement with
average condition rating of 70 or
better for all streets.
70 70 70 72 73 TBD TBD
Number of blocks (= 1,000 linear feet)
of new or replacement sidewalks ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐89‐‐‐TBD TBD
Number of vehicle collisions 2,067 1,862 2,037 2125 2,196 TBD TBD
Collisions resulting in injury or death
(minor and major)1012 962 763 720 779 TBD TBD
General Information at a glance 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Street resurfacing (miles) 2.65 2.07 2.19 0.84 2.82 1.67 TBD
Streets (miles) 264.50 266.10 266.10 266.10 294.00 304.10 TBD
Streetlights (count) 3,935 4,015 4,172 4,182 4,302 4,342 TBD
Aircraft operations 80,679 80,005 93,406 93,911 100,544 112,335 TBD
Resource Allocation 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Full Time Equivalent Employees (FTE's) budgeted 58.65 58.65 58.65 58.65 58.65 55.65 55.65
Operating Expenditures 7,811,664 9,642,867 9,933,154 10,423,548 10,645,306 11,963,084 12,377,415
Capital Expenditures 17,704,973 14,451,023 14,715,603 35,597,803 7,419,107 15,750,630 5,107,222
Key Performance Indicators:
* Residential and Business Community Survey conducted every three‐four years; changing methodologies prevent precise comparison over time.
See the following pages for a listing of our programs in support of this City Service Area
Mobility
Desired Results: I want safe and efficient access to all desired destinations, now and in the future
Proposed
FTE's
Operating
Percent of Operating Budget
Strategies Renton is using to work toward and achieve this desired result:
Provide a comprehensive mobility network that connects the public to desired destinations.
Provide a well‐maintained condition of the mobility infrastructure.
Provide efficient and safe operations of the mobility infrastructure.
$0
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$10
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proposed
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Operating Expenditures Capital Expenditures
58.7 58.7 58.7 58.7 58.7
55.7 55.7
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2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
proposed
2018
proposed
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Number of FTE's
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
target
2016
target
2015
target
2016
target
No takeoff or landing delay for any aircraft longer than 30 minutes due to inclement weather, routine
surface maintenance operations, the presence of Foreign Object Debris (FOD), or wildlife 3000 N / A
Percent of leaseable airport property that is leased to aviation business and/or aircract owners 90 90 94 96 N/A
Total number of airport operations 92,761 93,785 100,544 112,335 N/A
Number of reports of bird damage or foreign object damage to aircraft.0000 N / A
FTE's:6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 7.00 7.00
Dollars:1,379,685$ 1,405,557$ 1,700,529$ 1,758,963$ 1,689,291$ 1,728,864$
Annual number of feet of sidewalk added or replaced. new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 N/A N/A
Maintain safe bridges by having no load‐restricted bridges.0 0 N/A N/A N/A
Dollars obtained in grants annually to fund Transportation Investment Projects/Programs $7.8 mill $5.96 mill $10.76 mill $6.9 mill N/A
FTE's:10.37 10.37 10.37 10.37 8.75 8.75
Dollars:1,357,977$ 1,391,561$ 1,597,719$ 1,688,986$ 1,278,081$ 1,320,929$
Composite rating by Public works Department employees in the annual Employee Survey.N/A 77.4 N/A N/A N/A
Citizen requests referred to Public Works by the Mayor's Office will be responded to within the
requested time frame. 96 100 95 N/A N/A
Public Works Administrator will respond to customer inquiries/complaints by the next business day.96 97 97 N/A N/A
City's combined residential utility rates (water, wastewater, surface water, solid waste) shall be in the
lower 50 percentile as compared with the rates of our neighboring jurisdictions.N/A 25 25 N/A N/A
FTE's:3.00 3.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Dollars:479,503$ 488,760$ 395,867$ 413,579$ 406,398$ 418,614$
Develop Transportation workforce by providing training opportunities to a minimum percentage of staff
annually.new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 N/A N/A
FTE's:2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50 3.50 3.50
Dollars:631,352$ 648,054$ 830,160$ 856,076$ 952,851$ 975,635$
N/A see Maintenance Programs N/A N/A N/A
FTE's:5.45 5.45 5.45 5.45 5.45 5.45
Dollars:969,059$ 986,193$ 1,134,631$ 1,174,218$ 1,296,588$ 1,326,694$
hours per FTE
greater than 70 percent
greater than 95 percent
N/A
less than 50 percent
N/A
Airport Operations
Building the Mobility Network
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Airport Operations:
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Building the Mobility Network:
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Public Works Administration:
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Transportation Systems Administration:
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Public Works Maintenance Administration:
Public Works Administration
City Service Area: Mobility
Public Works Maintenance Administration provides clerical, data entry, dispatching, inventory control, purchasing, scheduling and records keeping for all 7 sections at the
Maintenance Shops. They are the first line of communication the public has with our maintenance crews. All customer service and emergency related calls come through
our Administrative front office. Purchasing controls all inventories for all sections, purchases products, supplies, vehicles and equipment for the entire city to include Police,
Fire, Community Services and Maintenance.
Transportation Systems Administration provides administrative services, leadership and guidance to enable the Transportation Division to operate, plan, design, construct
and maintain the City's transportation system to ensure the public health and safety of the general public in a skillful, professional and caring manner, enhancing the lives
if its residents and business customers.
Transportation Systems Administration
Public Works Maintenance Administration
max. of 0 count
min. of 90 percent
max. of 0 count
count of operations
number of feet
max. of 0 count
min. of $5,000,000
Public Works Administration provides internal support and guidance to ensure City infrastructure is properly operated and maintained, needed infrastructure capital
projects are built, the City's Business Plan Goals are met and City policies and procedures are regularly followed.
greater than 95 percent
Programs, Resources and Results
NOTE: Due to timing of available data, some of our indicators will be marked "TBD" until it is received
Airport Operations is the overall daily operation, maintenance and management of the airport, which includes the planning and construction of the projects in the Airport
Capital Improvement Program (ACIP). Airport Operations funds the salaries and wages, the cost of utilities, insurance, etc., and indirect payments to other City lines of
business for services rendered to the Airport.
The City Council, through a public hearing process and in compliance with state law, annually adopts a program for creating the "linked, comprehensive network" for
mobility. It is called the 6‐Year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP). This plan is based on mandated City commitments that are in compliance with the state Growth
Management Act (GMA) and requires that the City provide transportation facilities (the mobility network) to serve the projected growth. The work related to this program
is actual design and construction of the mobility network, securing funding, permitting and limited project planning needed to qualify for external funding.
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results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
target
2016
target
2015
target
2016
target
City Service Area: Mobility
Reduce or maintain the number of insurance claims against the City resulting from road damage N/A 23 23 N/A N/A
Maintain a reasonable Overall Condition Index (Pavement) rating.70 72 73 N/A N/A
Respond to all emergencies including snow/ice storms within the first hour of receiving the call, limiting
the hazards to our citizens, and providing mobility during all weather conditions.N/A 100 100 100 100
FTE's:19.43 19.43 19.43 19.43 19.10 19.10
Dollars:3,334,001$ 3,451,454$ 4,088,735$ 4,208,615$ 4,121,932$ 4,146,097$
Arterial Corridor Travel Time new 2014 new 2014 0 10 N/A
Promote public safety by minimizing signal downtime as measured by annual count of failures/callouts.new 2014 new 2014 43 60 N/A
Number of pedestrian or bicycle accidents annually new 2014 new 2014 42 44 N/A
FTE's:9.90 9.90 9.90 9.90 14.35 14.35
Dollars:2,271,970$ 2,273,726$ 2,215,442$ 2,276,977$ 3,157,218$ 3,227,263$
FTE's: 56.65 56.65 55.7 55.7 60.2 60.2
Dollars:10,423,547$ 10,645,305$ 11,963,084$ 12,377,415$ 12,902,358$ 13,144,096$
percent of change
count of failures
Street Maintenance
Transportation Operations Maintenance Section
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Street Maintenance:
less than 10 count
min. of 70 rating
count of accidents
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Trans Operations Maintenance Section:
City Resources budgeted to support the Mobility City Service Area
min. of 90 percent
For a list of program revenue, expenditures ‐ including capital budgets ‐ please see the end of this section.
The Transportation Operations Maintenance Section has 129 traffic signals to maintain and equip with the most current and efficient hardware and electronic components
along with responding to problems that may occur with this equipment. It must also maintain and inventory all the roadway traffic control devices including signing (300
per year), painted pavement marking (105 miles) and 10,000 raised pavement markers along city streets. Its duties include replacement of stolen street light copper wire
from underground conduits, hanging of banners on street light poles for various events and seasons, and the removal of graffiti from the City.
Street section maintains, repairs, and constructs roadways, alleys, and all rights‐of‐way. Other duties include the control of vegetation, repair of guardrails and safety
devices and responds to all emergencies including snow & ice, flooding, wind storms and earthquakes.
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115.08 115.08
$ 68,094,740 $ 69,085,135
44%44%
How can we measure our efforts?2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Percent of residents rate quality of
their surroundings as good or
excellent.*
‐‐‐56%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐64% TBD
Pounds of recycled waste per person 216 271 288 285 288 309 TBD
Increase in tons of waste diverted to
recycling 2% 28% 8% 1% 3% 9% TBD
Reduction in Peak Water Usage ‐13%‐3%‐8% 8% 0% 9% TBD
Number of violations for all health‐
related and aesthetic drinking water
regulations WA Deptartment of
Health
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% TBD
General Information at a glance 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Peak Water Usage 12,826 12,476 11,445 12,361 12,411 13,590 TBD
Tons of waste diverted to recycling 9,836 12,565 13,509 13,616 13,993 15,218 TBD
Rates for Utility Systems (Water/Sewer) $ 68.95 $ 85.27 $ 85.27 $ 96.13 $ 98.89 $ 101.06 $ 101.59
Ave. Daily Water Consumption (/1,000 gal)6,750 6,650 6,483 6,553 6,775 7,199 TBD
Resource Allocation 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Full Time Equivalent Employees (FTE's) budgeted 95.25 99.75 99.75 97.75 99.75 103.41 103.41
Operating Expenditures 45,379,538 52,430,123 52,897,150 58,330,585 59,426,599 62,011,753 63,096,920
Capital Expenditures 8,045,000 11,940,000 11,980,000 10,214,000 17,681,000 14,940,000 20,490,839
Strategies Renton is using to work toward and achieve this desired result
Well maintained neighborhoods, properties and environment
Manage solid waste
Operate and maintain piped utility infrastructure
Environmental conservation, education and outreach
Compliance with environmental standards and laws
Key Performance Indicators:
See the following pages for a listing of our programs in support of this City Service Area
* Residential and Business Community Survey conducted every three‐four years; changing methodologies prevent precise comparison over time.
Percent of Operating Budget
Utilities and Environment
Desired Result: I want to live, learn, work and play in a clean and green environment with reliable, affordable utility service.
Proposed
FTE's
Operating
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$20
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$100
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
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Operating Expenditures Capital Expenditures
95.3 99.8 99.8 97.8 99.8 103.4 103.4
115.1 115.1
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2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
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results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
target
2016
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2015
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2016
target
Permit review for single family applications completed within 2 weeks 75 40 TBD
Permit review for commercial applications within 4 weeks 100 100 TBD
Inspection requests receive response within 24 hours 98 97 TBD
FTE's:10.00 10.00 11.66 11.66 15.33 15.33
Dollars:1,197,901$ 1,224,821$ 1,582,910$ 1,678,082$ 2,082,201$ 2,166,245$
Infrastructure plan review is completed within 3 weeks 90 53 TBD
Completed responses to a customer service questionnaire rate their overall experience as "Good" or
better N/A N/A TBD
FTE's:See above See above See above See above See above See above
Dollars:See above See above See above See above See above See above
Overall condition of the golf course is rated good to excellent in customer satisfaction survey 90 92 TBD
Overall value of driving range facility is rated good to excellent in customer satisfaction survey 89 99 TBD
Level of service in pro shop is rated good to excellent in customer satisfaction survey 94 100 TBD
FTE's:9.50 9.50 9.50 9.50 10.50 10.50
Dollars:2,065,108$ 2,103,697$ 2,165,392$ 2,233,479$ 2,356,042$ 2,623,003$
Dollars:400,661$ 400,660$ 400,660$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$
Customer satisfaction surveys rate the quality of ROW landscaping as average or higher.94 76 TBD
Percentage of priority tree request work orders completed.64 44 TBD
Customer satisfaction surveys rate the distribution (location) of parks as good or higher.83 75 TBD
Customer satisfaction surveys rate the level or trail connectivity and access in Renton as good or higher.83 74 TBD
Customer satisfaction surveys rate the cleanliness and appearance of Renton’s open space and natural
areas as good or higher.87 82 TBD
Customer satisfaction surveys rate the range/type of park amenities offered as good or higher.87 86 TBD
FTE's:3.40 3.40 3.40 3.40 3.40 3.40
Dollars:696,886$ 717,440$ 837,640$ 890,862$ 854,070$ 873,836$
min. of 95 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 85 percent
min. of 85 percent
min. of 85 percent
min. of 80 percent
minimum of 95 percent
minimum of 95 percent
minimum of 95 percent
min. of 95 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 85 percent
min. of 85 percent
min. of 85 percent
Golf Course Debt Service
Parks Planning, Urban Forestry and Natural Resources
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Parks Planning, Urban Forestry and Na
Res:
The Maplewood Golf Course is managed, maintained and operated through an Enterprise Fund, all fees collected support the golf course operations and capital and major
projects identified in the adopted Long Range Plan (2000 ‐ 2015) to ensure a financially solvent facility. The golf course operation includes maintaining 110 acres of
developed 18‐hole /par 72 golf course, 80 acres of open space land, an 11,560 sq. ft. thirty stall driving range/cart storage facility, a fleet of 50 golf carts, maintenance
office, maintenance facility with 45 pieces of rolling stock, a 15,508 square foot clubhouse that includes a full service pro shop, restaurant, bar, patio and banquet facilities.
The entire facility serves over 310,000 people annually.
This program provides plan review, building permits and field inspection services for all private and public development building projects within the City of Renton. Permits
include building, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, sprinklers, refrigeration, demolition and signs. Enforcement of the building codes ensures the safety of our
residents in the built environment.
min. of 75 percent
min. of 80 percent
Development Engineering
Building Permits & Inspection Program
Golf Course
This program provides plan review, construction permits and field inspection services for all private and public utilities, transportation, franchise utilities, storm water, and
grading projects within the City of Renton. Permits include franchise permits for gas, electricity, telephone and cable. Enforcement of the construction standards and
associated codes ensures the safety of our residents in the built environment. Inspection of newly installed facilities reduces long term maintenance costs, as well as proper
operations of the new facilities. Plan review and inspection of new storm drainage facilities ensures proper environmental protection of downstream water resources and
minimizes flood hazards to the community.
minimum of 95 percent
minimum of 95 percent
minimum of 95 percent
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support Development
Engineering:
Community & Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support Building Permits &
Inspection Program:
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Golf Course:
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Golf Course Debt Service:
Programs, Resources and Results
NOTE: Due to timing of available data, some of our indicators will be marked "TBD" until it is received
City Service Area: Utilities and Environment
The Parks Planning and Natural Resources Division promotes a healthy and welcoming atmosphere for families and businesses, and maintains for public safety,
environmental protection, education and enjoyment 674 acres of natural areas,140,000 street, park and natural area trees, and facility and right of way landscaping at 42
locations.
min. of 80 percent
min. of 75 percent
min. of 70 percent
min. of 75 percent
min. of 75 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 70 percent
min. of 75 percent
min. of 75 percent
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
target
2016
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2015
target
2016
target
City Service Area: Utilities and Environment
City's combined residential utility rates (water, wastewater, surface water, solid waste) shall be in the
lower 50 percentile as compared with the rates of our neighboring jurisdictions.25 <25th <25th
FTE's:see mobility see mobility see mobility see mobility see mobility see mobility
Dollars:see mobility see mobility see mobility see mobility see mobility see mobility
Increase residential recycling annual tons collected per capita.1 ‐2 ‐1
Increase residential organics collection per capita.5 ‐12 ‐5
Decrease solid waste tons disposed per capita.2 ‐12
Increase commercial recycling annual tons collected.14 1 3
FTE's:2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.50 2.50
Dollars:15,592,129$ 15,899,898$ 16,044,163$ 16,481,620$ 18,341,316$ 18,678,837$
Number of times the Solid Waste Litter Control Staff works through the entire city per year.N/A N/A TBD
FTE's:1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.00
Dollars:281,948$ 298,711$ 295,421$ 304,842$ 391,179$ 409,771$
Capital Improvement Program completed within schedule and budget.85 64 63
Development plan and permit reviews completed within 10 business days of receipt.80 90 85
Requests for system information provided within 2 business days.85 100 100
Maintain asset inventory – input data within 10 business days of notice of completion.90 95 95
Maintain Surface Water NPDES permit compliance in the Surface Water Utility.100 100 100
Maintain a Community Rating System (CRS) classification rating of 6 or better which results in a 20% (or
better) discount on federal flood insurance rates.665
FTE's:8.00 8.00 9.00 9.00 9.50 9.50
Dollars:2,764,213$ 2,908,399$ 3,257,199$ 3,399,537$ 3,517,168$ 3,614,657$
The percent increase in cost of pipe system and lift station major maintenance and emergency repairs
will not increase substantially over the prior three‐year average.N/A 10 TBD
Reduce or maintain the number of insurance claims against the City resulting from Surfacewater
damage.N/A 3 TBD
Respond to surface water emergencies within one hour.N/A 100 TBD
FTE's:13.20 13.20 15.20 15.20 15.20 15.20
Dollars:2,332,169$ 2,587,013$ 2,609,633$ 2,764,002$ 2,969,971$ 3,052,049$
Surface Water maintains, repairs, and constructs storm water collection systems eliminating flooding issues citywide. Surface Water operates and maintains storm water
lift stations. The Surface Water crew is on call 24 hours a day for all emergencies pertaining to storm water run‐off, pollution control, and flooding.
The Surface Water Utility Engineering Section is responsible for the planning, designing, permitting, and construction of surface water management projects, developing
watershed management plans/studies and other programs to reduce flooding, protect public safety, reduce property damage, protecting water quality and habitat, which
preserves the recreational/aesthetic beneficial uses of the City's streams, lakes, rivers and wetlands.
increase of 3 percent
Solid Waste Litter Control
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Public Works Administration:
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Solid Waste Collection:
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Surface Water Maintenance:
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 100 percent
min. of class 6 rating
(class 1 is highest of 10)
within 100 percent
min. of 6 count
Surface Water Engineering and Planning
Surface Water Maintenance
less than 50 percent
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Surface Water Engineering and Planning:
increase of 3 percent
reduction of 1 percent
increase of 2 percent
min. of 4 count
percent of budgeted
min. of 80 percent
Solid Waste Collection
Solid Waste Litter Control Staff works through the entire city once every three months in order to promote a clean environment, with reduced or no litter on any city right‐
of‐way.
The Solid Waste Collection program is a comprehensive program consisting of mandatory collection of residential and commercial garbage, recycling, and organics.
Included in the program are in‐house recycling, recycling events for large or unusual items, and a reuse exchange event.
Public Works Administration provides internal support and guidance to ensure City infrastructure is properly operated and maintained, needed infrastructure capital
projects are built, the City's Business Plan Goals are met and City policies and procedures are regularly followed.
increase of 2 percent
less than 50 percent
increase of 3 percent
increase of 3 percent
reduction of 1 percent
Public Works Administration
within 100 percent
min. of 6 count
min. of 90 percentmin. of 90 percent
min. of 4 count
percent of budgeted
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 100 percent
min. of class 6 rating
(class 1 is highest of 10)
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Solid Waste Litter Control:
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Program & Performance Measures 2012
results
2013
results
2014
results
2015
target
2016
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2015
target
2016
target
City Service Area: Utilities and Environment
Respond to citizen inquiries or requests for information within one business day.96 95 96
Utility costs at midpoint or less when compared to other local jurisdictions.yes yes yes
Protect Renton’s utility interests in the region by participating in a high percentage of regional
meetings, forums, and advisory groups.91 90 90
Develop Utility Systems workforce by providing training opportunities to a minimum percentage of staff
annually.96 84 72
FTE's:3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 5.00 5.00
Dollars:805,441$ 815,842$ 930,125$ 995,954$ 1,734,039$ 1,331,550$
Capital Improvement Program completed within schedule and budget.83 54 64
Meet Department of Ecology regulations.100 100 100
Manage asset inventory – input data within 10 business days of notice of completion.96 100 100
Requests for Wastewater system information provided within 2 business days of receipt.75 100 100
Development Plans and permit reviews completed within 5 business days of receipt.99 100 95
Maintain or reduce the number of insurance claims against the City resulting from grease plug backups.new 2015 new 2015 new 2015
FTE's:4.50 4.50 5.50 5.50 5.00 5.00
Dollars:2,643,236$ 2,717,613$ 2,784,635$ 2,878,279$ 3,019,946$ 3,064,545$
The percent increase in cost of pipe system and lift station major maintenance and emergency repairs
will not increase substantially over the prior three‐year average.N/A 10 10
Reduce or maintain the number of insurance claims against the City resulting from Wastewater
damage.N/A 3 3
Respond to wastewater emergencies within one hour.N/A 100 TBD
Percentage of surface water catch basins in all circuits are cleaned in compliance with NPDES Permit
requirements new 2015 new 2015 new 2015
FTE's:6.95 6.95 6.95 6.95 8.95 8.95
Dollars:1,304,856$ 1,328,754$ 1,564,527$ 1,615,558$ 2,069,394$ 2,128,635$
Capital Improvement Program completed within schedule and budget.85 90 85
Water quality meets all health‐related and aesthetic drinking water regulations administered by the
State Department of Health as indicated by number of violations.000
Maintain valid Public Water System annual operating permit with highest category ranking.100 100 100
Development plans and permit reviews completed within 5 business days of receipt.95 100 95
Requests for water system information provided within 2 business days of receipt.90 100 90
Maintain asset inventory – input data within 5 days of completion 70 95 95
Reduce annual average per capita water consumption 1 100 TBD
Annual percent reduction of water that is not revenue generating (e.g., pumped, leaks, or otherwise not
billed)1 100 TBD
FTE's:6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 7.50 7.50
Dollars:3,503,071$ 3,655,101$ 3,533,158$ 3,705,990$ 3,699,252$ 3,766,207$
percent of budgeted
max. of 0 count
min. of 100 percent
min. of 100 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
number of claims
less than 2 percent
Responsible for securing and developing adequate water supply and infrastructure to meet future water demand within the City's water service area; planning, design,
permitting and construction management of water capital improvement projects and programs to deliver good quality of safe drinking water at a reasonable cost to our
customers and in sufficient and reliable quantity for fire protection to Renton's residences and businesses.
max. of 0 count
min. of 100 percent
min. of 100 percent
The Wastewater Engineering and Planning program manages all aspects of the planning and engineering related functions for the wastewater system to ensure that
reliable wastewater service is provided for today's flows as well as accommodating the future growth flows. The Section works in close cooperation with the City's
Wastewater Maintenance Section as a team to ensure all of these goals are met.
The Utility Administration provides administrative services, leadership and guidance to enable the Utility Systems Division to function in a safe, reliable, and cost‐effective
manner.
min. of 25 percent
yes
min. of 90 percent
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Utility Systems Administration:
min. of 90 percent
min. of 25 percent
percent of budgetedpercent of budgeted
reduction of 1 pcnt
reduction of 1 pcnt
min. of 100 percent
reduction of 1 pcnt
reduction of 1 pcnt
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Water Engineering and Planning:
min. of 80 percent
min. of 95 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
Utility Systems Administration
min. of 95 percent
yes
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Wastewater Maintenance:
Water Engineering and Planning
The Wastewater Maintenance Section maintains, repairs and constructs sewer lines, manhole structures and other structures that aid in the collection of sewage.
Additional responsibilities are TV/line inspection and lift station monitoring, repairs and maintenance. Crew is on‐call 24 hours for emergency response.
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
number of claims
max of 5 count
min. of 95 percent
min. of 80 percent
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Wastewater Engineering and Planning:
less than 2 percent
max of 5 count
min. of 95 percent
min. of 100 percent
percent of budgeted
Wastewater Engineering and Planning
Wastewater Maintenance
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2013
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2014
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2015
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2016
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2015
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2016
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City Service Area: Utilities and Environment
Water quality to meet or exceed federal and state regulatory requirements.N/A 100 100
Restore water service within 4 hours during emergency shut downs.N/A 100 100
Drop‐in meters are installed within 5 working days from the customer's request.N/A 100 100
New water service meters are installed within 3 weeks from the customer's request. N/A 100 100
Complete (respond and repair) customer requests for service on water leaks within 3 business days.N/A 100 100
FTE's:25.30 25.30 25.30 25.30 25.30 25.30
Dollars:5,076,597$ 5,196,183$ 5,418,443$ 5,629,599$ 5,876,341$ 6,008,054$
Dollars:918,149$ 740,036$ 728,557$ 627,673$ 408,619$ 357,039$
Average Utility Billing aged accounts receivable (over 90 days) as percent of annual revenue.0.07 0.06 0.09
New Utility Billing accounts will be set up within five business days of notification (via final permit,
email, etc.).94 81.9 TBD
A minimum satisfaction rating from internal Utility Billing customers N/A 80 N/A
A minimum satisfaction rating from external Utility Billing customers new 2015 new 2015 new 2015
Utility Billing customer calls will be answered within 5 minutes.96 96 98
FTE's:4.90 4.90 4.90 4.90 4.90 4.90
Dollars:556,250$ 574,037$ 602,159$ 631,145$ 641,448$ 664,454$
N/A N/A N/A N/A
Dollars:3,065,268$ 3,056,056$ 2,618,408$ 2,621,576$ 2,628,060$ 2,840,558$
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
FTE's:0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Dollars:15,126,703$ 15,202,336$ 16,638,722$ 16,638,722$ 17,505,693$ 17,505,693$
FTE's: 97.75 97.75 103.4 103.4 115.1 115.1
Dollars:58,330,586$ 59,426,597$ 62,011,753$ 63,096,920$ 68,094,740$ 69,085,135$
N/A
min. of 98 percent
min. of 98 percent
min. of 98 percent
min. of 98 percent
less than 1 percent
min. of 95 percent
min. of 80 percent
Utility Billing provides billing, customer service, and collection of the City's water, wastewater, and storm water, as well as King County's wastewater treatment charges
and contracted garbage services to over 28,530 customers. Collection for water, wastewater, and storm water support the administration, maintenance, and capital
improvements to the City's waterworks systems. The Cashier receipts a wide variety of payments, audits and balances deposits, and issues petty cash.
As of December 31, 2014, the City has $29,610,000 in waterworks principal revenue bond debt outstanding. This revenue bond debt of the City has been incurred through
six (6) different bond issues. The debt service for all Water/Sewer Revenue Bonds is accounted for in the Waterworks Revenue Bonds Funds. See the Debt section later in
this document for details.
min. of 98 percent
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Utility Billing and Cashiering:
min. of 100 percent
min. of 98 percent
Water Maintenance
min. of 100 percent
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support King County Metro Fund:
N/A
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Water Maintenance:
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Public Works Trust Fund Loan Debt:
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Waterworks Revenue Bond Debt:
min. of 98 percent
min. of 98 percent
less than 1 percent
min. of 95 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 80 percent
Public Works Trust Fund Loan Debt
This is the City's agreement with King County's Wastewater Treatment Division
Water Maintenance maintains, repairs and constructs all systems used in water distribution, metering and treatment. This includes all main line, meters, reservoirs, well
pump stations, telemetry systems and treatment plants citywide. The Water Maintenance crew is on call 24hours to respond to all water related emergencies.
Utility Billing and Cashiering
min. of 80 percent
min. of 95 percent
City Resources budgeted to support the Utilities and Environment City Service Area
For a list of program revenue, expenditures ‐ including capital budgets ‐ please see the end of this section.
min. of 95 percent
Waterworks Revenue Bond Debt
King County Metro Fund
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87.56 87.56
$ 7,091,679 $ 6,790,337
5%4%
How can we measure our efforts?2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Percent of targeted employees who
attend trainings offered by Human
Resources.
‐‐‐ ‐‐‐70% 95%‐‐‐0% TBD
Percent of employees reporting that
they have tools needed to provide
services
‐‐‐87%‐‐‐85%‐‐‐ ‐‐‐TBD
Internal Services are less than fifteen
percent of total expenditures
budgeted
15% 13% 14% 8% 8% TBD TBD
Maintain or improve the City's S&P
rating of General Obligation and
Revenue Bonds
AA/AA+AA/AA+ AA/AA+ AA/AA+ AA+/AA+AA+/AA+TBD
Percent of repairs that are
unscheduled repairs for City vehicles
and motarized equipment fleet
7% 6% 9% 8% TBD 0% TBD
Fleet preventive maintenance is 25%
below private vendor. yes yes yes yes yes 0% TBD
Technology systems have 95%
uptime, data availability and accuracy.new 2012 new 2012 98% 99% 99% 99% TBD
Resource Allocation 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Full Time Equivalent Employees (FTE's) budgeted 84.63 82.73 82.73 77.4 77.4 82.56 82.56
Operating Expenditures 26,602,656 11,324,048 11,574,810 12,737,722 12,040,115 4,340,814 3,204,144
Capital Expenditures 455,000 30,000 307,000 100,000 0 340,000 965,000
Strategies Renton is using to work toward and achieve this desired result
Highly qualified, healthy, well‐trained and productive workforce
Functional work environment
Fiscal Support and Accountability
Safeguard assets
Equipment and data that is reliable and accessible
Percent of Operating Budget
See the following pages for a listing of our programs in support of this City Service Area
Key Performance Indicators:
* Residential and Business Community Survey conducted every three‐four years; changing methodologies prevent precise comparison over time.
Internal Support
Desired Result: I want City departments to have the means to operate efficiently and effectively in a safe and sustainable manner.
Proposed
FTE's
Operating
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$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
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Operating Expenditures Capital Expenditures
84.6
82.7 82.7
77.4 77.4
82.6 82.6
87.6 87.6
72
74
76
78
80
82
84
86
88
90
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
proposed
2018
proposed
FTE's Budgeted
Number of FTE's
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2013
results
2014
results
2015
results
2016
results
2017
target
2018
target
Hiring process is rated as "good or excellent" by Hiring Managers new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 71 N/A
Percentage of new hires or promotions retained past their probationary period. new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 89 N/A
Number of training courses provided by HR/RM new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 9 N/A
Number of business days to recruit and fill non‐civil service positions new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 71 N/A
FTE's:5.00 5.00 6.00 6.00 7.00 7.00
Dollars:968,935$ 988,962$ 1,198,020$ 1,239,612$ 1,319,084$ 1,364,758$
Claims processing, Healthcare Management Administrator customer service will result in "good or
excellent" rating by employees.N/A N/A 75 75 N/A
Maintain or improve participation by employee in Wellness events new 2014 new 2014 41 46.5 N/A
FTE's:1.75 1.75 2.75 2.75 1.75 1.75
Dollars:12,640,169$ 13,795,876$ 14,656,608$ 15,888,711$ 9,197,238$ 9,668,725$
Maintain or reduce the annual number of Workers Compensation Claims 120 98 96 98 N/A
Complete a safety inspection of each City‐owned facility annually 42 78 50 89 N/A
FTE's:2.25 2.25 2.25 2.25 2.25 2.25
Dollars:3,060,354$ 3,100,376$ 3,596,844$ 3,511,859$ 3,573,432$ 3,168,604$
Month end will be closed and reports available to customers by the 20th day of each month. 17 25 58 92 N/A
Accuracy of the Financial Statements as measured by the number of management letter
recommendations and audit findings.0001 N / A
Correcting journal entries will be reduced.279 222 182 175 N/A
FTE's:1.30 1.30 1.50 1.50 1.40 1.40
Dollars:232,377$ 241,773$ 299,175$ 310,234$ 322,848$ 330,195$
Accounting and Auditing
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Accounting and Auditing:
Programs, Resources and Results
NOTE: Due to timing of available data, some of our indicators will be marked "TBD" until it is received
City Service Area: Internal Support
Benefits
Risk Management
Human Resources and Risk Management Department resources budgeted to support HR/RM
Administration:
Human Resources and Risk Management Department resources budgeted to support Benefits:
The Risk Management division works to protect the City against the loss of or damage to City assets and promotes the safety of employees while working in their jobs and
the safety of the public while using City facilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator's duties reside with the Risk Manager and assures leadership and
the City's full compliance with Title II regulations. Risk Management also provides oversight to the City's workers' compensation program and assures that the Accident
Prevention Program is fully compliant with current safety and health regulations.
The Benefits division administers and maintains the City's self‐funded medical, dental and vision plan, 457 deferred compensation plans, the DRS retirement plans, life
insurance, long term disability insurance, 125 flexible spending plan, and the employee assistance program. The Wellness program provides resources for City employees to
develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Wellness activities include employee education, wellness competitions, health fair, healthcare screenings, and flu shots and
allows employees opportunities for on‐site exercise. Another component to the Benefits division includes managing leaves of absence such as FMLA, and providing
accommodation under the ADA.
Human Resources (HR) Administration provides programs and services that address recruitment and selection, new hire orientation, classification and compensation,
employee and labor relations, grievance processing, employment policies and laws, training, employee recognition, and human resources/payroll data entry and
maintenance. The HR Administration also provides training on rules, laws and regulations for all employees; and designs, evaluates and updates the City's Human
Resources policies and procedures to provide a foundation for management decisions.
min. of 90 percent
min. of 90 percent
average number of days
min. of 80 percent
min. of 40 percent
The Budget, Accounting, and Reporting section of Finance prepares financial statements that reflect the financial status of the City. These statements are for the use of
customers, both internal and external, to evaluate financial health and ascertain that public assets are being well managed.
min. of 60 percent
max. of 0 count
data only
Human Resources/Risk Management Administration
count of courses
number of claims
min. of 100 percent
Human Resources and Risk Management Department resources budgeted to support Risk Management:
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Financial status reports produced monthly and quarterly will be published by the 25th of the following
month. 1 7 050 N / A
Minimum rating on overall employee satisfaction with Budget and Financial Reporting customer service N/A 81 N/A N/A 82
Variance of actual revenue versus budgeted in the General Fund.2.1 6 4.7 3 N/A
FTE's:3.30 3.30 4.10 4.10 3.70 3.70
Dollars:388,585$ 409,165$ 570,258$ 601,226$ 525,909$ 544,067$
Internal customers of Accounts Payable rate overall customer services as good or better.N/A 84 N/A 83 N/A
External customers of Accounts Payable rate overall customer services as good or better. N/A N/A 99 N/A N/A
Internal customers of Accounts Receivable rate overall customer services as good or better.N/A 75 N/A 78 N/A
External customers of Accounts Receivable rate overall customer services as good or better. N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Vendors will be paid within 45 days of invoice date. 92.52 91.54 92.8 91.71 N/A
Percent of average aged balances over 90 days versus annual billing for intergovernmental customers new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 N/A N/A
Percent of average aged balances over 90 days versus annual billing non‐intergovernmental customers.new 2014 0.2 N/A N/A N/A
Total dollar amount of Accounts Receivable balances written off annually. 15856.49 0 N/A N/A N/A
FTE's:4.50 4.50 4.00 4.00 5.50 5.50
Dollars:418,334$ 438,485$ 414,867$ 450,287$ 646,585$ 666,202$
Core Investment Portfolio Yield 0.95 0.93 1.1 1.1 N/A
FTE's:0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90
Dollars:179,398$ 182,224$ 677,499$ 683,866$ 954,998$ 954,539$
Maintain or improve the City's credit rating of AA (S&P's) for General Obligation Bonds and AA+ (S&P's)
for Revenue Bonds. AA/AA+ AA/AA+ AA/AA+ AA+/AA+ N/A
FTE's:1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
Dollars:450,211$ 463,022$ 503,301$ 517,068$ 540,693$ 554,698$
Minimum rating on overall employee satisfaction with Payroll services as measured through a
departmental survey. N/A 76 N/A 82 N/A
FTE's:1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
Dollars:118,159$ 124,461$ 143,283$ 151,195$ 132,673$ 141,169$
Budgeting and Financial Planning
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Budgeting and Financial Planning:
within 1 percent
min. of 60 percent
min. of 80 percent
On behalf of the Community and all City Departments, the Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting section of Finance works to encourage stewardship, promote financial
accountability, and ensure fiscal compliance with federal, state and local laws by providing financial consulting services for all departments on programmatic issues, such
as identifying appropriate fees for service, fiscal contract reviews, financial problem solving, revenue analysis, as well as monitoring and tracking of budgetary line‐items.
The Operations section of Finance ensures accurate and timely collection of customer accounts (Accounts Receivable), payment of City bills (Accounts Payable) as well as
contract and project accounting for Departments.
minimum of 80 percent
minimum of 80 percent
minimum of 80 percent
minimum of 95 percent
minimum of 80 percent
Finance Operations
less than 10000 dollar
data only
min. of 80 percent
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Payroll:
Payroll processes semi‐monthly payrolls that include benefit processing for all City employees. The City has 5 labor contracts, as well as non‐represented and management
employees, and more than 350 supplemental/seasonal employees. In addition to ensuring that wages are accurate, Payroll is responsible for ensuring that medical
benefits, retirement, deferred compensation, and various other employee reimbursement programs are filed and paid in a timely manner.
The Administration section manages the Finance Division Administrative Service Department to provide a high level of support to the City's customers and operations;
training; monitoring; oversight; accountability; and transparency in order to enhance the efficient use of community resources and maintain high credibility in City financial
management.
Payroll
Finance Administration
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Asset, Debt, and Treasury
Management:
yield
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Finance Administration:
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Finance Operations:
The purpose of this program is to support stewardship of City assets and obligations.
Asset, Debt, and Treasury Management
less than 1 percent
less than 1 percent
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results
2013
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2014
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2015
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2016
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2017
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2018
target
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Number of Legislative documents (agenda, minutes, ordinances, resolutions, etc) published & available 187 144 142 148 N/A
Number of internal documents (contracts including lease agreements, MOU's, etc.) that are executed
and recorded 411 601 579 722 N/A
Internal Customer service survey indicates Good or Better customer satisfaction.N/A 86 N/A 87 N/A
Number of Public Records Requests 366 342 453 332 N/A
FTE's:see Rep. Gov't see Rep. Gov't see Rep. Gov't see Rep. Gov't see Rep. Gov't see Rep. Gov't
Dollars:see Rep. Gov't see Rep. Gov't see Rep. Gov't see Rep. Gov't see Rep. Gov't see Rep. Gov't
Percent of budgeted Applications and Database Services projects implemented within schedule and
budget.80 80 50 80 N/A
Applications and Database Services customers rate implementation process as meeting or exceeding
expectation in post implementation surveys.N / A 7 58 07 0 N / A
Respond to user Application and Database Service support calls within two hours or less during normal
business hours.90 90 90 90 N/A
Number of Applications and Database Services training and sharing hours attended by four or more
staff, per year, improving staff competency and operating efficiency.30 35 35 40 N/A
FTE's:4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 6.00 6.00
Dollars:1,325,742$ 1,290,078$ 1,391,720$ 1,374,484$ 1,938,209$ 1,979,976$
Average customer satisfaction rating of Service Desk Support service per annual survey.80 82 N/A 84 N/A
Respond to user Service Desk Support calls within two hours or less during normal business hours.90 90 90 92 N/A
Resolve Service Desk Support service requests within one business day 80 85 85 90 N/A
FTE's:2.00 2.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Dollars:536,696$ 542,262$ 613,366$ 582,697$ 609,901$ 626,795$
Percent of system availability (network "uptime") as provided by System Services. 98 99 99 99 N/A
System Services response to user support calls will be within 2 hours or less during normal business
hours.85 90 90 90 N/A
Percent of budgeted System Services projects implemented within schedule and budget.85 95 95 85 N/A
Average rating of customers satisfaction with System Services per annual survey.N/A 77 N/A 76 N/A
FTE's:3.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 3.00 3.00
Dollars:474,898$ 485,017$ 626,110$ 659,576$ 599,200$ 614,714$
FTE's:1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Dollars:405,412$ 411,176$ 428,276$ 436,765$ 450,138$ 453,097$
This program monitors, maintains, and enhances the City's technology infrastructure for all voice and data communication. The responsibilities include; networking services
(LAN, WLAN, MAN), network security (SPAM, virus, intrusion, and access control), file, print, SQL, web servers and data protection, disaster recovery, local and interlocal
wiring( UTP, Coax, Fiber), eMail, eArchive, VOIP communication systems and future development and enhancement of core systems.
The Service Desk program provides the first line of response and customer support and equipment service for all technology issues. This program also configures and
deploys over 130 computers each year to staff, maintains Police and Fire mobile computers, deploys and supports all City printers, copiers, and all other edge devices. This
program is in charge of adding and removing staff's access to the network, managing all the end users technology assets, supports cellular, mobile devices, and multi‐
media.
System Services
Telecommunications
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support City Clerk:
This program analyzes and automates the City's businesses utilizing software applications and data base services, including in‐house programming development. Other
services include business needs/process analysis, vendor/system evaluation, develop and process RFP, coordinate systems implementation, training and support, develop
special reports and interface between applications.
number of documents
min. of 80 percent
min. of 90 percent
min. of 80 percent
min. of 90 percent
min. of 90 percent
min. of 90 percent
min. of 90 percent
min. of 48 count
min. of 99.5 percent
min. of 90 percent
min. of 90 percent
Service Desk Support
The City Clerk serves as the city's Public Records Officer and is in charge of the operations of the City Clerk Office which includes operational support for the City Council,
documenting and maintaining the official record; to serve as an information, referral, and document resource center for citizens and staff; and is the city's official records
management office.
Applications and Database Services
number of documents
number of requests
City Clerk
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Applications and Database Services:
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Service Desk Support:
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support System Services:
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Telecommunications:
Maintain and support all telecommunication systems, including VOIP phone switches, Voice mail, unified communications, automated call distributing, maintain all staff
phone moves, additions, and changes, coordinate/support new wiring and phone system programming. Other communication services include tracking and maintaining all
City cell phones and cellular data services, various connections to voice service provider, long distance services, and various security lines.
min. of 80 percent
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2013
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2014
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2015
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2016
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2017
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2018
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Number of mission critical and efficiency improvement Information Technology strategic plan projects
implemented within budget and general timeframe.3574 N / A
Number of general Information Technology training sessions attended by six or more staff, per year,
improving overall city user competency and operating efficiency.41 0 1 09 N / A
Average customer satisfaction rating with Information Technology service per annual survey.N / A 7 88 07 8 N / A
FTE's:2.50 2.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
Dollars:329,079$ 335,955$ 371,563$ 429,893$ 289,543$ 299,193$
Average customer satisfaction rating of Enterprise GIS services per annual survey.N/A 81 N/A 78 N/A
Number of GIS user training and sharing hours attended by four or more staff, per year, improving staff
competency and operating efficiency.50 30 30 35 N/A
Respond to GIS user support calls within two hours or less during normal business hours.90 90 90 90 N/A
Percent of budgeted Enterprise GIS projects implemented within schedule and budget.90 95 95 95 N/A
FTE's:2.00 2.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Dollars:323,131$ 328,479$ 439,829$ 460,921$ 524,688$ 539,281$
Property and Technical Services review of development proposals are processed within two weeks. 95 95 N/A 95 N/A
City's property (zoning, right of way, annexations) database is updated within two weeks of notification
are updated within two weeks of notification.100 99 N/A 95 N/A
The Survey Control Network is fully updated. N/A N/A N/A 60 N/A
FTE's:2.00 2.00 3.66 3.66 4.53 4.53
Dollars:248,355$ 258,077$ 449,327$ 476,833$ 557,650$ 583,854$
FTE's:1.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Dollars:684,000$ 610,000$ 771,000$ 768,000$ 1,148,956$ 861,789$
Performance evaluations are timely completed and filed with Human Resources.100 100 75 33 N/A
The Civil Section meets its performance measures. new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 75 N/A
The Prosecution Section meets its performance measures new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 N/A N/A
FTE's:2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Dollars:673,569$ 435,909$ 472,632$ 485,691$ 506,233$ 520,059$
FTE's:1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.63 1.63
Dollars:400,686$ 403,728$ 420,448$ 428,218$ 439,334$ 444,511$
The City Attorney Department is generally divided between representation by four attorneys in Municipal Court and three attorneys in civil matters. The City Attorney
interacts in a cooperative manner with the Mayor, City Council, other administrators and division heads.
The Technical Services and Property Services work group is an internal support group responsible for a variety of mapping, land surveying and technology support
functions, relating to the work of several departments.
min. of 95 percent
min. of 95 percent
Communication ‐ Print and Mail Services
min. of 90 percent
min. of 48 count
This program is responsible for the City's Information Technology operations, administration and services. This division is responsible for supporting the City's goals and
needs through technology and automation, along with the city‐wide technology needs assessment, project planning, and prioritization of internal, local and regional
technology efforts.
min. of 8 count
This program prints and mails utility bills, creates publications that make it possible to communicate with the public, promotes key city programs and produces many
mandated forms and publications (such as the budget documents and those used by the Courts, Police, etc.) and others that are needed to function day to day city
operations.
min. of 85 percent
Enterprise GIS
Administrative Services DepartmentResources budgeted to support IT Capital:
min. of 4 count
min. of 98 percent
min. of 70 percent
min. of 95 percent
min. of 95 percent
IT Capital
Executive Department resources budgeted to support Communication ‐ Print and Mail Services:
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support IT Administration:
Community and Economic Development Department resources budgeted to support Technical and
Property Services:
City Attorney Department resources budgeted to support City Attorney Administration:
Administrative Services Department resources budgeted to support Enterprise GIS:
Enterprise GIS manages the City's Geographic Information System (GIS) and the City's cooperative, multi‐department, enterprise GIS efforts. The Enterprise GIS
team provides efficient, high‐quality GIS leadership, coordination, infrastructure, and services to meet the business needs of our customers and clients within
the City and the communities we serve.
min. of 80 percent
IT Administration
min. of 90 percent
Technical and Property Services
City Attorney Administration
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2013
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2014
results
2015
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2016
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2017
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2018
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Minimize “comeback” repairs, as a percentage of the total repairs new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 N/A N/A
Turn‐around time, percentage of work orders completed in less than 72 hours new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 N/A N/A
FTE's:10.90 10.90 10.90 10.90 10.90 10.90
Dollars:2,755,598$ 2,853,224$ 2,925,894$ 2,992,979$ 3,041,000$ 3,092,437$
Dollars:1,490,000$ 1,041,000$ 2,831,000$ 1,473,000$ 4,367,000$ 2,538,000$
Square feet of coverage per employee (IFMA 60th percentile)21,832 23,141 23,141 23,141 N/A
Employee satisfaction survey % positive 76 64 72 78 N/A
FTE's:14.00 14.00 14.00 14.00 16.00 16.00
Dollars:1,223,992$ 1,261,643$ 1,463,447$ 1,540,100$ 1,729,991$ 1,794,981$
Customer service survey satisfaction ‐ turnaround time 80 48 51 57 N/A
Customer service survey ‐ timeliness of response 78 52 57 63 N/A
Number of Helpdesk Projects complete 1,737 2,158 2,384 2,756 N/A
FTE's:9.50 9.50 9.50 9.50 8.50 8.50
Dollars:3,006,530$ 2,808,811$ 3,454,553$ 3,386,845$ 2,961,064$ 2,965,198$
Dollars:240,475$ 225,475$ 210,475$ 200,475$ 210,475$ 200,475$
Services provided through internal business units (Internal Service Funds). Expenditures are deducted
to show the net impact on City's resources.N/A N/A N/A
Dollars:(27,505,553)$ (29,961,148)$ (34,588,681)$ (35,846,391)$ (29,495,163)$ (28,116,978)$
FTE's: 77.4 77.4 82.6 82.6 87.6 87.6
Dollars: 5,069,132$ 3,074,030$ 4,340,814$ 3,204,144$ 7,091,679$ 6,790,337$
N/A
Fleet Services maintains the City fleet to current level of service with resources available.
Fleet Services provides safe, reliable vehicles and equipment for Maintenance, Police, Fire, Community Services, and City Hall. They provide quick, complete repairs of all
vehicles and equipment, and perform preventative maintenance to reduce the number of repairs and ensure safe reliable operation. They also provide in and out service of
new and old equipment and vehicles, record and schedule fuel deliveries and internal coordination with other divisions citywide on vehicle purchases.
Administrative Services DepartmentResources budgeted to support Fire Pension:
Fleet Services Operation & Maintenance
min. of 1,653 count
Custodial Services
Fire Pension
Internal Service Fund/Interfund Transactions only
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Facilities Technical Maintenance:
This program assures sanitary, sustainable, cost‐effective and comfortable facilities for both the public and City employees, support for special events, and best value
purchasing of commodities.
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Fleet Services Capital Recovery:
Fleet Services
Resources budgeted to support Internal Service Fund/Interfund Transactions only:
City Resources budgeted to support the Internal Support City Service Area
max. of 5%
min. of 80%
N/A
For a list of program revenue, expenditures ‐ including capital budgets ‐ please see the end of this section.
max. of 20,424 count
min. of 78 percent
min. of 75 percent
min. of 74 percent
Public Works Department resources budgeted to support Fleet Services Operation & Maintenance:
This program assures safe, sustainable, cost effective and comfortable City facilities for employees and the public. City assets are protected and preserved to the highest
cost‐benefit condition provided by the budget. Staffing standards assure reasonable response times at three prioritized service levels. To insure timeliness for significant
repairs, or that require expensive specialized equipment, outsourced contractors and vendors are used to perform some of the work.
Facilities Technical Maintenance
Community Services Department resources budgeted to support Custodial Services:
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FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Municipal Court Probation 1.00 126,252.72 145,000.00 1.00 130,467 145,000
Executive Emergency Management 2.00 449,760.47 ‐ 2.00 459,735 ‐
Executive EM Add 1.0 FTE Emergency Mgmt Coordinator 0.70 96,214.66 35,000.00 0.70 104,370 35,000
Administrative Services Business Licensing 1.10 105,455.68 ‐ 1.10 109,005 ‐
City Attorney City Attorney Prosecution 8.00 979,228.32 ‐ 8.00 1,041,806 ‐
C.E.D.Building Inspection 12.00 1,557,060.25 5,534,060.00 12.00 1,617,184 5,250,618
C.E.D.Code Enforcement program 3.00 417,851.74 ‐ 3.00 426,042 ‐
C.E.D.CD Add 1 FTE Admin Secretary 1.00 113,938.62 ‐ 1.00 108,865 ‐
Community Services Serving vulnerable/low income 4.33 1,192,793.50 20,000.00 4.33 1,214,627 20,000
Community Services Human Services Additional Agency Funding ‐ 24,000.00 ‐ 0.00 24,000 ‐
Community Services CDBG ‐ Community Services ‐ 63,133.00 63,133.00 0.00 63,133 63,133
Police Auxiliary Services ‐ Jail ‐ 4,850,000.00 ‐ 0.00 5,698,750 ‐
Police Patrol Operations 67.00 9,900,190.94 ‐ 67.00 10,338,556 ‐
Police Staff Services 14.40 1,594,557.82 ‐ 14.40 1,668,369 ‐
Police PD Staff Services Add 2 PD Svc Specials 2.00 205,405.80 ‐ 2.00 229,800 ‐
Police Police Administration 4.00 6,349,490.52 ‐ 4.00 6,600,834 ‐
Police Investigations 20.00 2,950,543.91 ‐ 20.00 3,047,120 ‐
Police PD Investigations Add 2 Detectives 2.00 296,594.62 150,000.00 2.00 260,949 150,000
Police Administrative Services 13.00 2,117,432.12 225,000.00 13.00 2,183,622 225,000
Police PD Admin Svcs Add 1 Sergeant & 1 Officer 2.00 256,044.15 150,000.00 2.00 276,424 150,000
Police Patrol Services 13.00 2,780,815.87 1,001,000.00 13.00 2,852,505 1,001,000
Police PD Patrol Services Add 1 Accident Investigator 1.00 168,297.31 75,000.00 1.00 130,475 75,000
Police Special Operations 21.00 3,227,507.27 ‐ 21.00 3,359,743 ‐
Police Electronic Home Detention 2.00 397,086.86 135,000.00 2.00 406,139 135,000
194.53 40,219,656 7,533,193 194.53 42,352,521 7,249,751
FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $
Community Services CIP General Gov't ‐ Safety & Health ‐ 90,000 ‐ 0.00 90,000 ‐
‐ 90,000 ‐ 0.00 90,000 ‐
194.53 40,309,656 7,533,193 194.53 42,442,521 7,249,751
See the CIP Section of this document for detailed information of the budgeted Capital Projects.
Total Operating and Capital FTE and $
Total Capital FTE and $
City Service Area 2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
City Service Area: Safety and Health
Revenue, Expenditure and Capital Budgets by
City Service Area
Capital Programs
Department Program Name 2018 Proposed2017 Proposed
Total Safety and Health $
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FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $
Legislative Legislative Operations 8.00 356,210.92 ‐ 8.00 364,303 ‐
Legislative LG Legislative Operations Increased Costs ‐ 12,000.00 ‐ 0.00 12,000 ‐
Municipal Court Criminal Case Processing 5.00 669,096.31 333,500.00 5.00 697,370 333,500
Municipal Court Infraction Processing 5.00 585,407.18 1,580,000.00 5.00 611,935 1,580,000
Municipal Court Court Administration 2.00 839,899.76 100,000.00 2.00 820,429 100,000
Executive Court Public Defenders ‐ 450,000.00 ‐ 0.00 450,000 ‐
Executive Executive Operations 4.00 1,286,354.82 ‐ 4.00 1,315,767 ‐
Executive EX Executive Operations Increased Costs ‐ 16,646.00 ‐ 0.00 71,318 ‐
Executive EX Inclusion Program ‐ 73,800.00 ‐ 0.00 71,800 ‐
Executive EX Policy Analyst Contract ‐ 50,000.00 ‐ 0.00 50,000 ‐
Executive Citywide Communications 4.00 602,139.75 637,918.00 4.00 621,050 656,790
Executive EX Citywide Communications Increased Costs ‐ 35,000.00 ‐ 0.00 35,000 ‐
Executive Cable Communication Fund ‐ 122,674.00 122,674.00 0.00 97,674 97,674
Executive Intergovernmental Relations ‐ 62,400.00 ‐ 0.00 62,400 ‐
Executive EX Intergovernmental Relations Increased Costs ‐ 7,600.00 ‐ 0.00 7,600 ‐
Administrative Services Hearing Examiner ‐ 40,000.00 ‐ 0.00 40,000 ‐
Administrative Services City Clerk 6.00 1,081,537.47 ‐ 6.00 1,119,660 ‐
City Attorney City Attorney Civil 3.88 677,867.03 25,000.00 3.88 700,477 25,000
Community Services Community Engagement 2.32 312,630.80 3,000.00 2.32 323,378 3,000
40.20 7,281,264 2,802,092 40.20 7,472,160 2,795,964
40.20 7,281,264 2,802,092 40.20 7,472,160 2,795,964 Total Operating and Capital FTE and $
Total Representative Gov't FTE and $
City Service Area: Representative Government
Revenue, Expenditure and Capital Budgets by
City Service Area
Department Program Name 2018 Proposed2017 Proposed
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FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Executive Hotel Motel Fund ‐ 265,000 265,000 0.00 265,000 265,000
Community & Economic Development Current Planning 7.64 1,163,676 98,000 7.64 1,220,824 98,000
Community & Economic Development Economic Development 4.00 689,718 ‐ 4.00 710,559 ‐
Community & Economic Development Add 1 FTE Econ Dev Specialist ‐ ‐‐0.00 ‐‐
Community & Economic Development Economic Dev Strategic Implementation Fund ‐ ‐‐0.00 ‐‐
Community & Economic Development CD Set aside for CNI positions ‐ 375,000 ‐0.00 350,000 ‐
Community & Economic Development CS Increase contracted arborist services ‐ CED ‐ 62,000 ‐0.00 62,000 ‐
Community & Economic Development Long Range Planning 2.95 523,500 ‐ 2.95 543,932 ‐
Community & Economic Development CED Administration 1.80 1,285,338 ‐ 1.80 1,312,272 ‐
Community & Economic Development Arts & Culture 0.25 38,000 ‐ 0.25 39,202 ‐
Community & Economic Development CD Add 1 FTE Arts Coordinator, Arts & Culture ‐ 50,000 ‐ 0.00 ‐ ‐
Community & Economic Development 1% for the Arts ‐ 15,000 24,505 0.00 15,000 15,000
Community & Economic Development CDBG ‐ CED ‐ 361,724 361,724 0.00 361,724 361,724
Community Services Museum 1.00 236,275 ‐ 1.00 241,550 ‐
Community Services Administration/Com Svcs 2.00 505,154 ‐ 2.00 524,771 ‐
Community Services Aquatics 1.00 867,727 789,530 1.00 873,141 789,530
Community Services Leased Facilities 1.50 839,996 902,550 1.50 845,755 902,550
Community Services Com Relations and Events 1.48 367,426 68,000 1.48 376,567 68,000
Community Services Parks and Trails Program 22.80 4,880,001 10,000 22.80 4,889,945 10,000
Community Services CS PPNR Contracts Landscape Maintenance ‐ 50,000 ‐0.00 50,000 ‐
Community Services CS Add 1 FTE Parks Maint Worker I1.00 86,758 ‐1.00 93,488 ‐
Community Services CS Increase contracted arborist services ‐ CS ‐ 62,000 ‐0.00 62,000 ‐
Community Services CS LT Capital Project Coordinator ‐ PPNR 1.00 137,941 137,941 1.00 147,307 147,307
Community Services CS Increase Parks Maint. Contracted Services ‐ 55,000 ‐0.00 ‐‐
Community Services Recreation Services 12.09 4,024,733 1,305,763 12.09 3,954,927 1,310,763
Community Services Renton Community Center ‐ ‐ ‐ 0.00 ‐ ‐
Community Services Senior Activity Center 3.25 781,973 128,000 3.25 796,164 128,000
Community Services Farmers Market 0.50 66,854 59,400 0.50 69,646 59,400
Community Services Neighborhood Program 1.83 322,619 ‐ 1.83 335,960 ‐
Community Services Training and Schools ‐ ‐ ‐ 0.00 ‐ ‐
Community Services Repairs and Maintenance ‐ ‐ ‐ 0.00 ‐ ‐
Community Services Increase Funding Community Relations/Events ‐ ‐ ‐ 0.00 ‐ ‐
Community Services CS Increase Aquatics Fees ‐ ‐ 38,125 0.00 ‐ 38,125
66.09 18,113,414 4,188,538 66.09 18,141,734 4,193,399
FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Community Services CIP ‐ General Gov't ‐ Livable Community ‐ 6,059,775 10,352,000 0.00 9,489,237 4,627,000
‐ 6,059,775 10,352,000 0.00 9,489,237 4,627,000
66.09 24,173,189 14,540,538 66.09 27,630,970 8,820,399
Revenue, Expenditure and Capital Budgets by
City Service Area
City Service Area: Livable Community
Total Operating and Capital FTE and $
See the CIP Section of this document for detailed information of the budgeted Capital Projects.
City Service Area 2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Total Capital FTE and $
Department Program Name
Capital Programs
2018 Proposed2017 Proposed
Total Livable Community FTE and $
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FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Public Works Public Works Administration 2.00 406,398 ‐ 2.00 418,614 ‐
Public Works Public Works Administration Budget Increase ‐ ‐‐0.00 ‐‐
Public Works Public Works Maintenance Administration 5.45 1,296,588 ‐ 5.45 1,326,694 ‐
Public Works Street Maintenance 19.10 4,083,932 761,796 19.10 4,108,097 763,432
Public Works PW Street Maintenance Dump Fee Increase ‐ 38,000 ‐0.00 38,000 ‐
Public Works Transportation Systems Administration 2.50 763,885 ‐ 2.50 787,837 ‐
Public Works Trans Planning Add 1.0 FTE Policy Analyst ‐ ‐‐0.00 ‐‐
Public Works Trans Operations Add .5 FTE Engineering Intern ‐ ‐‐0.00 ‐‐
Public Works PW Trans Operations Add 1.0 FTE Eng Spec 1.00 138,966 ‐1.00 137,799 ‐
Public Works PW Trans Operations Add GIS Temp Staff ‐ 50,000 ‐0.00 50,000 ‐
Public Works Building the Mobility Network 8.42 1,233,488 294,000 8.42 1,274,808 360,000
Public Works Bridges and Guardrails 0.33 44,592 ‐ 0.33 46,121 ‐
Public Works Airport Operations 6.00 1,598,248 1,019,930 6.00 1,632,029 1,861,809
Public Works PW Airport Admin Add 1.0 FTE Office Assistant 1.00 91,043 ‐1.00 96,835 ‐
Public Works Trans Operations Maintenance Section 9.90 2,395,290 ‐ 9.90 2,444,115 ‐
Public Works Trans Operations Engineering Section 3.70 509,857 ‐ 3.70 526,723 ‐
Public Works Transit Coordination/Commute Trip Reduction 0.70 229,088 40,000 0.70 232,592 40,000
Public Works Sidewalk Program 0.05 7,801 ‐ 0.05 8,043 ‐
Public Works PW Trans Maint Structure Reorganization ‐ 15,182 ‐0.00 15,790 ‐
Public Works Trans Maint Add 2.0 Temporary Staff ‐ ‐‐0.00 ‐‐
Public Works Trans Maint Sign and Comm Supplies Increase ‐ ‐‐0.00 ‐‐
Total Mobility FTE and $60.15 12,902,358 2,115,726 60.15 13,144,096 3,025,241
FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Community and Econ Dev CIP General Gov't ‐ Mobility ‐ 250,000 ‐ 0.00 ‐ ‐
Public Works Airport Capital Improvement Program ‐ 2,205,611 2,102,556 0.00 2,670,000 2,670,000
Public Works T Transportation CIP ‐ 12,010,711 11,306,652 0.00 3,965,500 3,965,500
Public Works Transportation Impact Mitigation Fund ‐ 1,005,000 620,000 0.00 5,000 632,400
Public Works Arterial Street Fund ‐ 660,000 660,000 0.00 670,000 670,000
16,131,322 14,689,208 0.00 7,310,500 7,937,900
60.15 29,033,680 16,804,934 60.15 20,454,596 10,963,141
Revenue, Expenditure and Capital Budgets by
City Service Area
Note: The first letter(s) of the CIP description title identifies the type of project. A = Airport, T = Transportation
See the CIP Section of this document for detailed information of the budgeted Capital Projects.
Total Operating and Capital FTE and $
City Service Area 2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
2017 Proposed
Total Capital FTE and $
City Service Area: Mobility
Capital Programs
Department Program Name 2018 Proposed
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FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Administrative Services Utility Billing and Cashiering 4.90 641,448 ‐ 4.90 664,454 ‐
Community & Economic Development Development Engineering 13.33 1,824,162 313,759 13.33 1,899,239 324,718
Community & Economic Development CD Add 1 FTE ‐ Plan Reviewer 1.00 139,256 ‐ 1.00 136,839 ‐
Community & Economic Development CD Convert 1 FTE Construction Inspector 1.00 118,784 ‐ 1.00 130,167 ‐
Public Works Waterworks Revenue Bond Debt ‐ 2,628,060 ‐ 0.00 2,840,558 ‐
Public Works King County Metro Fund ‐ 17,505,693 17,505,693 0.00 17,505,693 17,505,693
Public Works Public Works Trust Fund Loan Debt ‐ 408,619 ‐ 0.00 357,039 ‐
Public Works Solid Waste Collection 1.25 18,139,401 19,034,495 1.25 18,468,908 19,345,341
Public Works PW Add 0.5 FTE Solid Waste Program Specialist 0.50 59,122 58,401 0.50 64,477 63,719
Public Works Solid Waste Education 0.75 142,793 72,506 0.75 145,451 72,506
Public Works Utility Systems Administration 3.00 1,078,839 ‐ 3.00 1,101,558 ‐
Public Works PW Mini‐Excavator Purchase (WW/SW)‐ 150,802 ‐ 0.00 30,881 ‐
Public Works PW 2.0 FTE Increase Vegetation/Facilities 2.00 90,418 ‐ 2.00 109,782 ‐
Public Works PW Mini‐Vactor Purchase ‐ 413,980 ‐ 0.00 89,330 ‐
Public Works Water Engineering and Planning 6.30 3,398,485 7,693,590 6.30 3,456,849 7,867,725
Public Works PW WRIA 8 & 9 Fee Increases ‐ 4,000 4,000 0.00 5,000 5,000
Public Works PW Add 1 FTE Water Civil Engineer II 1.00 136,260 136,260 1.00 143,176 143,176
Public Works Water Education 0.20 160,506 ‐ 0.20 161,183 ‐
Public Works Wastewater Engineering and Planning 5.00 3,019,946 6,593,581 5.00 3,064,545 4,497,133
Public Works Surface Water Engineering and Planning 7.80 3,224,709 8,921,391 7.80 3,305,117 5,139,526
Public Works Surface Water NPDES Education 1.20 221,431 ‐ 1.20 231,698 ‐
Public Works PW Utility Systems Admin Staff Changes 0.50 71,028 71,028 0.50 77,842 77,842
Public Works Water Maintenance 25.30 5,826,341 10,078 25.30 5,958,054 10,078
Public Works Water Maintenance Create Lead Position ‐ ‐ ‐ 0.00 ‐ ‐
Public Works PW Water Maint Increase Internal Pymt Street ‐ 50,000 ‐ 0.00 50,000 ‐
Public Works Wastewater Maintenance 6.95 1,864,588 19,740 6.95 1,904,465 19,740
Public Works PW Wastewater Maint 2.0 FTE Increase 2.00 204,807 ‐ 2.00 224,171 ‐
Public Works Surface Water Maintenance 15.20 2,909,971 10,700 15.20 2,992,049 10,700
Public Works PW Surface Water Maint Expenditure Increase ‐ 60,000 ‐ 0.00 60,000 ‐
Public Works Solid Waste Litter Control 1.00 300,649 4,692 1.00 310,743 4,692
Public Works PW Solid Waste Litter Control 1.0 FTE Increase 1.00 90,530 ‐ 1.00 99,029 ‐
Community Services Golf Course 9.50 2,216,569 2,752,917 9.50 2,473,492 2,767,473
Community Services CS Golf Course Manager 1.00 139,473 ‐ 1.00 149,511 ‐
Community Services CS Increase Golf Course Fees ‐ ‐ 80,127 0.00 ‐ 75,447
Community Services Parks Planning, Urban Forestry and Na Res 3.40 854,070 234,360 3.40 873,836 234,875
115.08 68,094,740 63,517,318 115.08 69,085,135 58,165,382
FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Public Works WW Wastewater CIP ‐ 5,400,000 3,393,871 0.00 5,500,000 5,500,000
Public Works W Water CIP ‐ 10,630,000 9,322,841 0.00 9,380,000 9,380,000
Public Works SW Surface Water CIP ‐ 4,754,000 2,935,837 0.00 6,455,000 6,455,000
Community Services Golf Course MM ‐ 183,000 ‐ 0.00 250,000 205,278
‐ 20,967,000 15,652,549 0.00 21,585,000 21,540,278
115.08 89,061,740 79,169,867 115.08 90,670,135 79,705,660
City Service Area: Utilities and Environment
Note: The first letter(s) of the CIP description title identifies the type of project. W = Water, WW = Wastewater, SW = Surface Water
See the CIP Section of this document for detailed information of the budgeted Capital Projects.
Total Utilities and Environment FTE and $
Capital Programs
Department Program Name 2018 Proposed2017 Proposed
Revenue, Expenditure and Capital Budgets by
City Service Area
Total Operating and Capital FTE and $
City Service Area 2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Total Capital FTE and $
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FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Executive Communication ‐ Print and Mail Services 1.63 439,334 439,335 1.63 444,511 444,510
Administrative Services Finance Administration 1.50 540,693 ‐ 1.50 554,698 ‐
Administrative Services Payroll 1.50 132,673 ‐ 1.50 141,169 ‐
Administrative Services Finance Operations 4.50 503,148 ‐ 4.50 524,775 ‐
Administrative Services AS B&O Program Auditor 1.00 143,437 143,437 1.00 141,428 141,428
Administrative Services Accounting and Auditing 1.40 322,848 ‐ 1.40 330,195 ‐
Administrative Services Budgeting and Financial Planning 3.70 525,909 ‐ 3.70 544,067 ‐
Administrative Services Asset, Debt, and Treasury Management 0.90 700,998 ‐ 0.90 700,539 ‐
Administrative Services AS Banking Service Fees ‐ 254,000 254,000 0.00 254,000 254,000
Administrative Services IT Administration 1.50 289,543 343,962 1.50 299,193 331,912
Administrative Services System Services 3.00 599,200 709,625 3.00 614,714 684,765
Administrative Services Telecommunications 1.00 450,138 498,075 1.00 453,097 478,764
Administrative Services Service Desk Support 3.00 609,901 585,825 3.00 626,795 565,682
Administrative Services Applications and Database Services 5.00 1,765,253 1,848,402 5.00 1,795,187 1,783,646
Administrative Services AS Business System Analyst 1.00 122,956 ‐1.00 134,789 ‐
Administrative Services AS Special Contracting Services ‐ 50,000 ‐0.00 50,000 ‐
Administrative Services Enterprise GIS 3.00 524,688 604,830 3.00 539,281 583,641
Administrative Services IT Capital ‐ 651,000 1,005,449 0.00 602,000 961,970
Administrative Services AS Funding for Equipment Replacement ‐ 90,000 ‐0.00 90,000 ‐
Administrative Services AS CS RECREATION/ASSET SYSTEM 1.00 407,956 ‐1.00 169,789 ‐
City Attorney City Attorney Administration 2.00 506,233 ‐ 2.00 520,059 ‐
Community & Economic Development Technical and Property Services 4.53 557,650 ‐ 4.53 583,854 ‐
Human Resources/Risk Management HR/RM Administration 7.00 1,309,084 ‐ 7.00 1,359,758 ‐
Human Resources/Risk Management HR Civil Service new hire exams funding inc ‐ 10,000 ‐0.00 5,000 ‐
Human Resources/Risk Management Risk Management 2.25 3,573,432 3,270,368 2.25 3,168,604 3,285,514
Human Resources/Risk Management Benefits 1.75 9,197,238 8,970,413 1.75 9,668,725 9,376,135
Public Works Trans Operations Internal Support Services 1.90 281,748 ‐ 1.90 291,478 ‐
Public Works Fleet Services Operation & Maintenance 9.00 2,759,253 2,607,505 9.00 2,800,959 2,635,953
Public Works Fleet Services Capital Recovery ‐ 4,367,000 3,769,008 0.00 2,538,000 2,082,254
Community Services Custodial Services 16.00 1,729,991 1,381,718 16.00 1,794,981 1,427,999
Community Services Facilities Technical Maintenance 7.50 2,846,204 3,091,788 7.50 2,840,894 3,095,929
Community Services CS LT Capital Projects Cood ‐ Facilities 1.00 114,860 114,860 1.00 124,304 124,304
Non‐Departmental Fire Pension ‐ 210,475 468,000 0.00 200,475 468,000
Internal Service Fund/Interfund Transactions only*(29,495,163) (29,495,163) (28,116,978) (28,116,978)
Total Internal Services FTE and $87.56 7,091,679 611,437 87.56 6,790,337 609,428
FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Community Services Operational Facilities MM ‐ 92,000 92,000 0.00 92,000 92,000
Community Services Public Facilities MM ‐ 313,000 313,000 0.00 251,000 251,000
‐ 405,000 405,000 0.00 343,000 343,000
Total Operating and Capital FTE and $87.56 7,496,679 1,016,437 87.56 7,133,337 952,428
Revenue, Expenditure and Capital Budgets by
City Service Area
Total Capital FTE and $
City Service Area: Internal Support
* Services provided through internal business units (Internal Service Funds). Both revenues and expenditures are deducted to show the net impact on City's resources.
City Service Area 2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Capital Programs
Department Program Name 2018 Proposed2017 Proposed
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FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Administrative Services General Government Debt ‐ 6,066,629 583,389 0.00 5,703,244 576,627
Non‐Departmental Other City Svc ‐ Employee Separation Pay ‐ 900,016 ‐ 0.00 900,016 ‐
Non‐Departmental LEOFF 1 Medical Obligation ‐ 2,624,684 ‐ 0.00 2,624,684 ‐
Non‐Departmental Association Dues and Contracted Services ‐ 195,851 ‐ 0.00 196,164 ‐
Non‐Departmental Indirect Cost Transfer Multi Depts ‐ ‐ 2,762,758 0.00 ‐ 2,857,907
Non‐Departmental Fire Impact Mitigation Fund ‐ 158,696 99,000 0.00 142,975 99,000
Internal Service Fund/Interfund Transactions only 29,495,163 29,495,163 28,116,978 28,116,978
Total Transfers and Interfund Transactions 0.00 39,441,039 32,940,310 0.00 37,684,061 31,650,512
FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
Revenue General Governmental Fund Revenues ‐ 5,725,000 83,765,644 0.00 ‐ 80,289,338
Revenue Non‐GG Fund Revenues ‐ ‐ 205,195 0.00 ‐ 205,922
‐ 5,725,000 83,970,839 0.00 ‐ 80,495,260
Total Other Programs ‐ 45,166,039 116,911,149 0.00 37,684,061 112,145,772
Revenue, Expenditure and Capital Budgets by
City Service Area
City‐Wide Transfers and Other Interfund Transactions
Total City‐Wide Revenue Estimates
City‐Wide Revenue Estimate
Department Program Name
2018 Proposed2017 Proposed
2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Department Program Name
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FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $
194.53 40,219,656 7,533,193 194.53 42,352,521 7,249,751
40.20 7,281,264 2,802,092 40.20 7,472,160 2,795,964
66.09 18,113,414 4,188,538 66.09 18,141,734 4,193,399
60.15 12,902,358 2,115,726 60.15 13,144,096 3,025,241
115.08 68,094,740 63,517,318 115.08 69,085,135 58,165,382
87.56 7,091,679 611,437 87.56 6,790,337 609,428
563.61 153,703,111 80,768,304 563.61 156,985,983 76,039,165
FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $
‐ 90,000 ‐ 0.00 90,000 ‐
‐ ‐ ‐ 0.00 ‐ ‐
‐ 6,059,775 10,352,000 0.00 9,489,237 4,627,000
‐ 16,131,322 14,689,208 0.00 7,310,500 7,937,900
‐ 20,967,000 15,652,549 0.00 21,585,000 21,540,278
‐ 405,000 405,000 0.00 343,000 343,000
‐ 43,653,097 41,098,757 0.00 38,817,737 34,448,178
FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $FTE Tot Exp $Tot Rev $
‐ 39,441,039 32,940,310 0.00 37,684,061 31,650,512
‐ 5,725,000 83,970,839 0.00 ‐ 80,495,260
‐ 45,166,039 116,911,149 0.00 37,684,061 112,145,772
Grand Totals 563.61 242,522,247 238,778,210 563.61 233,487,781 222,633,115
City Service Area 2018 Proposed2017 Proposed
2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Utilities & Environment
Internal Support**
Capital Programs
City Service Area
Total Operating FTE and $
Safety & Health*
Livable Community
Representative Government
Mobility
Representative Government
Mobility
Utilities & Environment
Internal Support**
Other Programs
2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Safety & Health*
Livable Community
Transfers and Interfund Transactions
City‐Wide Revenue Estimate
Total Other
City Service Area
Total Capital FTE and $
Operating Programs
Reconciliation to Budget by Fund and Department
Below will reconcile the Programs within Renton Results with the Total Adopted Budget
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3 BUDGET BY DEPARTMENT
Legislative
3‐1
Executive
3‐7
City Attorney
3‐21
Court Services
3‐25
Administrative Services (AS)
3‐29
Community and Economic Development (CED)
3‐39
Community Services
3‐55
Fire and Emergency Services
3‐83
Human Resources and Risk Management (HR&RM)
3‐85
Other City Services
3‐93
Police
3‐95
Public Works (PW)
3‐109
Legislative
Randy Corman
Councilmember
Ryan McIrvin
Councilmember
Ruth Pérez
Councilmember
Armondo Pavone
Councilmember
Don Persson
Councilmember
Ed Prince
Councilmember
Carol Ann Witschi
Councilmember
Council Liaison
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Legislative
Mission
The City Council assesses the needs of the public and sets priorities; develops and adopts the annual budget, ordinances,
resolutions, and policy alternatives to meet those needs, consistent with City goals and objectives; and provides
coordination and evaluation of programs and service objectives.
City Councilmembers Names and Terms
Councilmember Position # Term Service
Began Term Expires
Randy Corman 1 4 years 1994 12/31/2017
Ryan McIrvin 4 4 years 2016 12/31/2019
Armondo Pavone 2 4 years 2014 12/31/2017
Ruth Pérez 6 4 years 2014 12/31/2017
Don Persson 7 4 years 2000 12/31/2019
Ed Prince 5 4 years 2012 12/31/2019
Carol Ann Witschi 3 4 years 2016 12/31/2019
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Operating Budget Summary 309,317 335,838 320,877 348,161 381,563 368,211 376,303 5.8% 2.2%
Position Summary 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 0.0% 0.0%
List of Legislative Renton Results Decision Packages:
2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Package # Description FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
200001.0009 Legislative Operations 8.00 356,211 ‐ 8.00 364,303 ‐
250001.0002 LG Legislative Operations Increased Costs ‐ 12,000 ‐ ‐ 12,000 ‐
Total 8.00 368,211$ ‐$ 8.00 376,303$ ‐$
Legislative Performance Measures:
City Service Area City Service Area Strategies Performance Measures 2012 Results 2013 Results 2014 Results 2015 Results
2016 Results
if available
Policy and program decisions
reflecting community values
Community Rates the City as heading
in the right directions (survey rate fair,
good or excellent)
55%
(2011 Survey)N/A N/A 63% N/A
Policy and fiscal
accountability
Cost of government per capita
(General Gov’t Funds, Budgeted
Expenditures/population)
$1,107 $1,702 $1,702 $1,851 $1,851
Representative
Government
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Highlight of Budget Changes:
Regular Salaries increased in 2017 by $28k due to Council adopting the Independent Salary Commission’s findings
regarding councilmember compensation.
Personnel Benefits decreased in 2017 by $15k due to changes in councilmembers.
Supplies decreased in 2017 by $3k due to reallocating funds to Other Services & Charges.
Other Services & Charges increased in 2017 by $15k due to reallocating funds from Supplies and a new program
request to increase legislative travel by $12k.
Expenditure Budget by Division ‐ Legislative
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 154,713 159,049 156,016 161,451 194,853 189,885 192,448 17.6% 1.3%
Personnel Benefits 79,103 87,354 75,193 95,253 95,253 80,097 84,239 ‐15.9% 5.2%
Supplies 2,551 5,000 5,186 5,000 5,000 2,000 2,000 ‐60.0% 0.0%
Other Services & Charges 14,589 18,316 18,363 18,316 18,316 33,316 33,316 81.9% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 58,361 66,119 66,119 68,141 68,141 62,913 64,300 ‐7.7% 2.2%
Total 309,317 335,838 320,877 348,161 381,563 368,211 376,303 5.8% 2.2%
Staffing Levels by Division ‐ Legislative
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 0.0% 0.0%
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Adopted the following:
City of Renton’s 2017‐2022 Business Plan
Franchise agreement with Olympic Pipeline to construct, operate and maintain pipeline facilities
Resolution directing the Regional Fire Authority Planning Committee to place Proposition One before the voters
State Legislative Priorities
Interim zoning regulations for recreational marijuana retail use
Amendments to the Annual Comprehensive Plan
Six‐Year Transportation Improvement Plan
Interlocal agreement to implement three School Resource Officers for a three‐year period
Renton Municipal Airport Sustainability Management Plan
Authorized the following:
Grant funding assistance for the Sunset Neighborhood Park
Mitigation Agreement for the Cedar River Maintenance Dredge Project
Neighborhood Project Grant awards
Amended the following:
Shopping Cart Regulations to allow for cart retrieval and containment by adding fines for violations
Approved the following:
Construction contract for the Meadow Crest Playground, Phase 2
Construction contract for the Riverview Park Bridge Replacement project
Fresh Bucks Implementation Interlocal Agreement
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Construction of the Talbot Hill Sewer Relocation Project
Contract with Republic Services for comprehensive garbage service
Design of the Airport Control Tower Seismic Upgrade & Remodel
Convening of a new Independent Salary Commission every four years
Interlocal agreement for maintenance of the Cedar River Flood Control Project
$75,000 expenditure of lodging tax funds to operate the Renton Visitor’s Center
Updated process for sidewalk maintenance and construction prioritization
SW 7th St/Naches Ave. SW Storm System Improvement Project
Remodel of the lobby and office area of the Renton History Museum
Demolition of housing units for the development of the future Sunset Court Park
Coulon Park Concrete Tile Rehabilitation Project
$142,000 in Lodging Tax expenditures
Highlands to Landing Pedestrian Connection Project
Interlocal agreement to continue the Commute Trip Reduction Program for City employees
Street Patch and Overlay with Curb Ramps Project
Reconstruction and realignment of Sunset Lane NE in the Sunset Revitalization Area
800 Building Upgrades project at the Renton Municipal Airport
Citywide Safety Improvements project
Sunset Terrace Regional Stormwater Facility Project
Seaplane Base Dredging & Shoreline Mitigation Project
Façade Improvement Agreement to assist with exterior improvement to property located in downtown Renton
School Impact Fee Collection Changes
Acceptance of grant funds to support the emergency management program
SE 165th Sanitary Sewer Extension project
2015/2016 Budget, Mid‐biennium Budget Amendment and Fee Schedule
Sunset 8 Duplex Demo project
Interagency Agreement with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission to conduct high visibility traffic safety
emphasis patrols
South Lake Washington Roadway Improvements Project
Allocation of Community Block Development Grant funds
Ordinance clarifying that calls to report domestic violence, rex‐related offenses, stalking or the need for medical
attention shall not be considered a nuisance
Construction of the Logan Avenue N Improvement project
Process for Local Licensing of Marijuana Businesses
Lower Blast Fence Rehabilitation Project at the Renton Municipal Airport
Roof Replacement at Maplewood Booster Pump Station
Cascade Interceptor Rehabilitation Phase II project
Maplewood Creek Stormwater Outfall Improvements project
Conversion of street light fixtures to energy efficient LED fixtures
Lake Washington Loop Trail project
Final Design for the Downtown Circulation Project – Phase 1
Senior Center parking Lot Lighting project
Taxiway Bravo Rehabilitation south Portion Project at the airport
Grant funding to complete the NE 31st St. Bridge Replacement
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Grant funding to complete the N 27th Place Bridge Scour Repair project
S 7th St. and Shattuck Ave. S Intersection Improvements project
Airport Lift Station Replacement
Monterey Terrace Water Main Replacement Project
Bond Refunding of 2006 Limited Term General Obligation bonds saving approximately $1.46 million
Interlocal Agreements with WSDOT regarding I‐405/I‐5 to SR‐169 Stage 2 Widening and SR‐515 Interchange Project
Position Listing ‐ Legislative
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed
Legislative Services/City Council
E09 City Council Members ( E l e c t e d ) 7 . 0 07 . 0 07 . 0 07 . 0 07 . 0 07 . 0 07 . 0 0
M17 City Council L i a i s o n 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00
Grade Title
Total Legislative Services
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MAYOR
Denis Law
12.33 FTEs
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE
OFFICER
Jay Covington
11.33 FTEs
Public Defender
(contracted)
Mayor's Office
2 FTEs
Mayor Support
Strategic Leadership and
Direction
Comprehensive Plan and
Annual Budget Oversight
Deputy Public Affairs
Administrator
Preeti Shridhar
5.63 FTEs
Diversity/Inclusion Hotel/Motel Advisory
Committee
Intergovernmental
Relations
Communications
4.63 FTEs
Media Relations
Graphic Design/Multi‐
Media
Website
Print and Mail
Cable Channel 21
Emergency Management
Deborah Needham
2.7 FTEs
Emergency Management
Staff
Executive
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Executive
Mission
Provide executive leadership and management for the City of Renton government to act strategically, implement decisions
efficiently and accurately, apply City policies uniformly, and achieve City goals expeditiously.
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Operating Budget Summary 2,415,341 2,882,097 2,801,449 2,925,119 3,788,009 3,956,923 4,056,224 35.3% 2.5%
Position Summary 9.00 9.00 9.63 9.00 11.63 12.33 12.33 36.9% 0.0%
List of Executive Renton Results Decision Packages:
2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Package #D e s c r i p t i o n F T E T o t Exp $T o t Rev $F T ET o t Exp $T o t Rev $
100009.0045 Emergency Management for the COR 2.00 449,760 ‐ 2.00 459,735 ‐
150009.0012 EM Add 0.7 FTE Emergency Mgmt Coordinator 0.70 96,215 35,000 0.70 104,370 35,000
200003.0028 Intergovernmental Relations ‐ 62,400 ‐ ‐ 62,400 ‐
200003.0029 Executive Operations 4.00 1,286,355 ‐ 4.00 1,315,767 ‐
200003.0030 Citywide Communications 4.00 602,140 637,918 4.00 621,050 656,790
200003.0031 Court Public Defenders ‐ 450,000 ‐ ‐ 450,000 ‐
200003.0032 Cable Communication Fund ‐ 122,674 122,674 ‐ 97,674 97,674
250003.0009 EX Executive Operations Increased Costs ‐ 16,646 ‐ ‐ 71,318 ‐
250003.0010 EX Inclusion Program ‐ 73,800 ‐ ‐ 71,800 ‐
250003.0011 EX Citywide Communications Increased Costs ‐ 35,000 ‐ ‐ 35,000 ‐
250003.0012 EX Intergovernmental Relations Increased Costs ‐ 7,600 ‐ ‐ 7,600 ‐
250003.0013 EX Policy Analyst Contract ‐ 50,000 ‐ ‐ 50,000 ‐
300003.0002 Hotel Motel Fund ‐ 265,000 265,000 ‐ 265,000 265,000
600003.0010 Communication ‐ Print and Mail Services 1.63 439,334 439,335 1.63 444,511 444,510
Total 12.33 3,956,923$ 1,499,927$ 12.33 4,056,224$ 1,498,974$
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Executive Performance Measures:
City Service Area City Service Area Strategies Performance Measures 2012 Results 2013 Results 2014 Results 2015 Results
2016 Results
if available
Safety and Health
Encouragement of a self
reliant community through
programs and education.
Enage with and leverage public and
private partnerships to maintain or
increase volunteer hours dedicated to
the Emergency Management Program.
3,372 3,051 1,866 3,064 N/A
Information requests/concerns from
residents are acknowledged within
three days.
90% 92% 97% 100% N/A
Information re quests/concerns are
re solved within two weeks.94%95%92%99%N/A
Percent of survey respondents who rate
the value of services for the taxes paid
to Renton as "good" or better.
44%
(2011 Survey)N/A N/A 51%N/A
Advocate community interest
in regional, state, and
federal forums
Accomplishment or significant progress
made on each of the major priorities of
the annually adopted Sta te Legislative
Agenda
87.5% 75.0%no data no data N/A
Policy and program decisions
reflecting community values
Representative
Government
Highlight of Budget Changes:
Regular Salaries, Overtime, Personnel Benefits, Other Services and Charges, and Interfund Payments increased in
2017 by $450k due to the reorganization of Emergency Management division from Fire & Emergency Services
department (formation of Renton Regional Fire Authority), increased in 2017 by $342k due to the following 2016
approved adjustments:
o $17.8k for Mayor pay/benefit adjustment (Mayor’s Office)
o $10k for 0.125 FTE increase for Office Assistant (Communications division)
o $51k for 0.5 FTE increase for Secretary (Mayor’s Office)
o $169k for transfer of various citywide memberships and dues from Other City Services department
(Mayor’s Office)
o $94k for Tourism promotion (Hotel/Motel fund)
and increased in 2017 by $279k due to the following new programs:
o $73.8k for Inclusion Program (Mayor’s Office)
o $16.6k for Executive operations increased costs (Mayor’s Office)
o $7.6k for Intergovernmental relations increased costs (Mayor’s Office)
o $50k for Policy analyst contract (Mayor’s Office)
o $35k Citywide Communications increased costs (Communications division)
o $96k for addition of 0.7 FTE Emergency Management Coordinator position (Emergency Management
division)
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Expenditure Budget by Division ‐ Executive
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Mayor's Office 1,338,738 1,547,993 1,691,189 1,535,707 1,799,450 1,946,801 2,028,885 26.8% 4.2%
Communications 1,076,603 1,334,104 1,110,260 1,389,412 1,618,323 1,464,148 1,463,234 5.4%‐0.1%
Emergency Management 0 0 0 0 370,236 545,975 564,105 100.0% 3.3%
Total 2,415,341 2,882,097 2,801,449 2,925,119 3,788,009 3,956,923 4,056,224 35.3% 2.5%
Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Executive
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 844,752 915,230 742,492 943,955 1,239,867 1,260,961 1,294,373 33.6% 2.6%
Part‐Time Salaries 2,513 16,000 49,333 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 0.0% 0.0%
Overtime 5,057 0 1,191 0 7,940 22,671 23,535 100.0% 3.8%
Personnel Benefits 276,465 341,691 239,282 375,993 501,729 477,704 506,036 27.1% 5.9%
Supplies 43,865 78,334 39,543 78,334 111,044 76,334 76,334 ‐2.6% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 873,903 1,112,330 1,294,792 1,082,330 1,376,843 1,473,649 1,501,321 36.2% 1.9%
Intergovernmental Se rvi ce s 1370 1370000 N/A N/A
Capital Outlay 15,253 40,000 56,168 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 0.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 353,397 378,512 378,512 388,507 388,507 589,605 598,625 51.8% 1.5%
Transfer Out 0000 106,07900 N/A N/A
Total 2,415,341 2,882,097 2,801,449 2,925,119 3,788,009 3,956,923 4,056,224 35.3% 2.5%
Staffing Levels by Division ‐ Executive
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Ma yor's Office 3.50 3.50 4.00 3.50 4.00 4.00 4.00 14.3% 0.0%
Communications 5.50 5.50 5.63 5.50 5.63 5.63 5.63 2.3% 0.0%
Emergency Management 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 2.70 2.70 100.0% 0.0%
Total FTE 9.00 9.00 9.63 9.00 11.63 12.33 12.33 36.9% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 0.07 0.38 1.33 0.38 0.38 0.38 0.38 0.0% 0.0%
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 2,959$ 16,000$ 55,350$ 16,000$ 16,000$ 16,000$ 16,000$ 0.0% 0.0%
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Mayor’s Office
Mission
Provide executive leadership and management for the City of Renton government to act strategically, implement decisions
efficiently and accurately, apply city policies uniformly, and achieve city goals expeditiously.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
• Supported the Mayor and Council, with input from departments, in continuous refinement of the city’s business
plan.
• Addressed citizen concerns in an accurate, sensitive, and timely manner.
• Ensured achievement of the city’s goals and objectives by appropriately placing authority, assigning accountability,
and monitoring performance.
• Provided strategic leadership and oversight for the city’s annual budget, comprehensive plan, and business and
operational plans.
• Implemented community survey and gathered citywide indicators and relevant information to assess residents’
perceptions of city services and their priorities.
• Provided options—internal and external—for the potential formation of a Regional Fire Authority (RFA). Once
approved by Renton voters, established governance structure and oversaw the transition of the Fire Department
to the RFA.
• Assessed the character of city services and programs and prepared recommendations to City Council to guide
decisions on level of effort and resource allocation.
• Strengthened relationships with senior elected and appointed leadership of King County and suburban cities.
• Implemented citywide programs and services to build an inclusive city with opportunities for all and accomplished
the following:
o Awarded 1st Place in the National League of Cities 2015 Diversity Award, US Conference of Mayors 2015
Livability Award, and ICMA 2015 Community Partnership Award.
o Conducted comprehensive internal and external inclusion assessment.
o Established Mayor’s Inclusion Task Force with a network of 26 community liaisons representing various
community groups, and worked with them to provide city programs and services, outreach and civic
engagement.
o Met bi‐monthly with members of task force and worked on various key issues including hiring
opportunities, healthcare, emergency preparedness, budget, career fair and Renton Multicultural Festival.
o Established partnership with Renton African‐American Pastors (RAAP) group; hosted several successful
community events with police and community.
o Appointed diverse community representatives from the community liaison groups to serve as members
on key citizen task forces including the Budget Advisory Group, Salary Commission, and Seattle
International Film Festival host committee.
o Targeted ethnic media and provided news releases and regular information to over 13 different ethnic
media regularly.
o Established citywide language line.
o Hosted three career fairs and participated in various job fairs including Public Safety Testing fair and
Summer Job Fair; working with Public Safety Testing to make it more accessible and inclusive.
o Celebrated and showcased the city’s diversity by encouraging culturally diverse celebrations including the
first Renton Multicultural Festival, cultural dances and groups in Renton River Days, multicultural social
events with Mayors Inclusion Task Force and RAAP, Seattle International Film Festival, and several ethnic
and community festivals including the Sikh Parade, Polynesian festival, Cinco de Mayo festival, and more.
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o Dedicated resources in Mayor’s Office, Human Resources and other city departments to foster goal of
inclusion; hired a consultant to provide expertise and facilitate progress.
o Created a draft equity lens and piloted its use on city’s hiring policy.
o Provided training for all employees on “Race, the Power of Illusion” and implicit bias, plus poverty
simulation training for managers.
o Built national and regional partnerships; presented at national and regional conferences including
Governing for Racial Equity, Washington Recreation and Parks Association, National Association of
Government Communicators.
• Successfully advocated the City’s adopted State and Federal Legislative Agendas, supported statewide (AWC)
priorities and accomplished the following:
Renton Specific
o Secured $1.5 million capital budget for Sunset Neighborhood Park Project.
o Secured $1 million grant funding for “Alive and Free” program for South County cities for gang prevention.
o Preserved $675,000 in Harrington Avenue grant.
Other priorities with positive impacts for Renton
o Legislature enacted a comprehensive transportation package with several wins for Renton including:
$1.225 billion to build new lanes on I‐405/SR 167 for Renton‐to‐Bellevue and finish connector.
Direct distribution of $245 million to cities for several new grant funds including TIB, FMSIB,
Complete Streets and Safe Routes.
Funding for new regional and local options.
o Restored $50.1 million liquor excise tax distributions, and kept liquor profits intact.
o Averted transfers of LEOFF Fire Disability Insurance Premium.
o Secured revenue‐sharing for marijuana and achieved reconciliation between medical and recreational
marijuana systems.
o Kept funds for MRSC and BLEA intact in 2015, and added $473,000 for BLEA in 2016.
o Secured bill that provides protection for law enforcement for body cameras.
o Prevented $78million reduction in MTCA funding.
o Increased funding in operating budget for mental health and homelessness with $40 million and $15
million respectively.
2017/2018 Goals
• Support the Mayor and Council, and coordinate input of Department Administrators in continuous refinement of
the city’s business plan.
• Ensure achievement of the city’s goals and objectives by appropriately placing authority, assigning accountability,
and monitoring performance.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the city’s annual budget, comprehensive plan, and business and
operational plans through 2018.
• Assess the character of city services and programs and prepare recommendations to City Council to guide
decisions on level of effort and resource allocation.
• Ensure that citizen concerns are addressed accurately, sensitively, and in a timely manner.
• Continue to focus on five areas of emphasis:
o Economic Development
Relocate the Downtown Transit Center to Rainier and Grady location.
Implement vision and action plan for Downtown Civic Core.
Implement development plan for 200 Mill property.
Continue implementation of Sunset area revitalization strategy.
o Police Effectiveness/Community Relations
Continue to develop relationships with key opinion leaders and stakeholders representing
minority and ethnic groups in the City of Renton.
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Create a new downtown patrol district to improve safety.
Increase communication effectiveness through social media and other tools.
o Workforce culture
Implement training curriculum to develop improved productivity and leadership skills.
Continue LEAN training and other efficiency measures.
Continue customer service training.
Continue cultural awareness/social equity training.
Improve our inclusiveness in hiring practices.
Continue to improve our performance management and reporting through Renton Results and
other tools.
o Quality of Life Initiative
Involve the community in identifying priority projects and areas to address.
Develop a strategy to fund and operate those priority projects and areas.
Continue to address vulnerable population needs.
In partnership with Renton School District and the Doug Baldwin foundation, develop Family First
Center for youth and families in the Cascade/Benson area.
o Inclusion/Diversity
Continue to prioritize and implement citywide programs and services to build an inclusive, informed city
with opportunities for all with the following focus:
Implement 2017‐18 work plan that addresses Inclusion priorities and strategies.
Create key indicators to measure progress; develop sample dashboard to assess advancement.
Continue to build and strengthen the relationship with the Mayors Inclusion Task Force and work
with them to provide city programs, services, and outreach plus enhance civic engagement.
Invite new members to participate.
Build on relationship with RAAP; host several community forums and events; conduct UNITY
walk.
Continue working on partnerships with Latino and Asian communities to enhance community /
police relations.
Provide refresher training on use of language line and evaluate use of instant video conferencing
for translation services, especially ASL.
Work with Public Safety Testing to make it more accessible and inclusive.
Host 2017 Career Fair and implement strategies to expand applicant pool and employment
opportunities.
Continue to improve access and information sharing with social media and targeted
communications, and building relationships with ethnic media.
Establish dedicated web pages and brochure on city’s Inclusion program.
Finalize Renton’s inclusion and equity lens and formalize process to adopt the lens; develop
written guidelines for when and how the equity lens will be used; train administrators on equity
lens.
Continue to build on training and workshops on inclusion and equity, and build capacity within
the City to co‐facilitate the ongoing workshops through a train‐the‐trainer curriculum.
Host Renton Multicultural Festival in partnership with stakeholders and community leaders.
• Develop, adopt and advocate legislative priorities and policies for Renton before 2017‐18 state, federal and
regional legislative bodies.
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Mayor's Office
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 389,847 429,898 407,587 443,016 503,292 492,025 502,737 11.1% 2.2%
Personnel Benefits 109,949 159,199 116,108 173,854 197,183 149,716 158,830 ‐13.9% 6.1%
Supplies 3,903 1,600 1,808 1,600 1,600 1,600 1,600 0.0% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 484,772 581,446 789,837 531,446 711,584 847,180 899,852 59.4% 6.2%
Interfund Payments 350,267 375,850 375,850 385,791 385,791 456,280 465,866 18.3% 2.1%
Total 1,338,738 1,547,993 1,691,189 1,535,707 1,799,450 1,946,801 2,028,885 26.8% 4.2%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Mayor's Office
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 3.50 3.50 4.00 3.50 4.00 4.00 4.00 14.3% 0.0%
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Communications
Support the City of Renton’s Business Plan, the City Council’s vision, and the strategic goals for the city.
Mission
Provide Renton residents with critical and relevant information on a timely basis.
Make residents aware of opportunities to be involved with their community.
Position Renton as a unique urban center and destination—a great place to shop, work, live, learn and play.
Facilitate a productive, two‐way dialogue between city government and residents.
Enhance communications at and among all levels of city government and ensure coordinated and
consistent communications.
Build an informed inclusive city with opportunities for all.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Developed and implemented effective communications strategies on key issues.
Created new organization for Communications Division with a Communications Manager, Communications
Specialist, dedicated social media Intern, on‐call external graphic design, and photography specialization.
Issued about one to two news releases every week, with 100% of them published in the Renton Reporter and all
posted or shared on social media.
Received regional press including television coverage for major stories.
Received coverage in local and regional calendars for community events and had Op‐Eds published in Renton
Reporter.
Targeted outreach to ethnic media.
Expanded city social media presence to actively engage and inform the public, such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube,
Flickr and LinkedIn.
350+ new Facebook page likes last year for a total of 6,902.
Increase of 250+ Twitter followers since September for a total of 3,666.
43% increase in engagement during the week of the Seahawks rally.
Successful campaigns: Seahawks rally, Clam Lights, public employee profiles, water conservation, 4th of July, River
Days, top 10 things about Renton.
Developed a citywide social media calendar.
Added “Archive Social” for social media records.
Expanded electronic communications to enhance the flow of relevant and timely information to the public.
Developed and launched two citywide electronic newsletters—Byte of Renton and This Week from the Mayor—for
distribution to the public via email. Distributed over 15,000 weekly reports from the Mayor and sent the e‐
newsletter out on a monthly basis.
Effectively used the reader board at Fire Station 13 and at Carco Theatre to promote programs, meetings and
opportunities.
Implemented web upgrades and added multimedia features.
Collaborated with web content representatives from each city department to provide training, review and update
content in current website, review and repair broken links and misspellings, and remove outdated documents.
Worked with IT to develop new website.
New website RFP was sent out in October 2015, interviewed with vendors in February 2016, vendor selection in
February 2016, began design and implementation in March/April 2016.
Continued to explore ways to adapt communications to the new “digital democracy” and the new technology of
communications.
Implemented video technology plan for Channel 21 and enhanced Channel 21 operations and productions for
more robust cable programming and video streaming; launched city magazine program.
Launched new CityScape, Mayor’s monthly show.
Produced and aired at least four programs a month. Recent productions include Mayor’s State of the City,
Seahawks 12K, Farmer’s Market and Police Department recruitment video.
Updated equipment, server and cameras in Council Chambers and video room.
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Collaborated with Community Services Department and Community & Economic Development Department to
maintain and enhance Renton’s social media presence.
Designed, implemented and distributed regularly scheduled newsletters and flyers to Fire District 40 residents.
Redesigned new city logo and branding guidelines.
Redesigned new look for city publications, such as Renton CityNews, What’s Happening and Golden Opportunities.
Also updated 80 other communication tools including city department collateral for Fire, Police, Human Resources
and Public Works.
Redesigned and streamlined city’s flag ship publication “What’s Happening” to increase community participation in
recreational and other city‐sponsored programs and events.
Continued to distribute Renton CityNews to nearly 35,000 Renton residents four times a year.
Distributed targeted direct mail on range of issues. Worked with departments to host several key events including
Seahawks rallies, Seahawks Training Camp, SIFF, Renton Career Fair, Community Forums with the Renton African‐
American Pastors Group, ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, and other events.
Continued to streamline print shop processes, improve customer service, and reduce costs for printed materials
throughout all city departments.
Provided effective mail delivery (and counseling services) to all city staff, while ensuring cost‐effective,
uninterrupted outgoing mail service.
In conjunction with utility billing, implemented needed updates to utility bill (barcodes and format) to facilitate
banking and postal discount requirements.
More Print Shop services include wide format banners, posters, PDF inserts to electronic utility bills, variable date
software and mail process. These services, for city departments plus REACH, CISR and other city affiliates, have
increased the Print Shop workload.
Encouraged and provided training and professional development opportunities for staff.
Developed an employee update system through E‐Grapevine, ORG‐ALL communications and SharePoint site.
Continued updates to SharePoint site. Created links to communications project list, job order requests, job status
and final project folder.
2017/2018 Goals
Develop and implement new website.
Research and stay apprised of emerging technologies that serve to improve communication with public.
Establish city‐wide policies and best practices for effective social media use.
Establish a social media policy. Update communications and graphic design guidelines.
Continue with strong media relations and achieve regional and local coverage on key issues.
Help coordinate and promote key events.
Continue to streamline print operations and move toward more effective electronic communications by reducing
the number of non‐essential printed materials.
Enhance Channel 21 operations and productions for more robust cable programming and video streaming.
Continue to implement unified graphic design standards “branding” throughout all city departments and
modernize the look of all city publications.
Develop and implement strategic communication strategy for public outreach for key issues and programs
throughout the city.
Continue to prepare and train for possible large‐scale emergencies.
Maintain good communication with the general public via newsletters, website, local and regional media, and
other social media outlets.
Continue to provide high quality printed materials in a timely, cost‐efficient manner.
Continue to provide effective mail delivery (and counseling services) to all city staff, while ensuring cost‐effective,
outgoing mail service.
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Communications
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 454,905 485,332 334,905 500,939 516,336 500,001 512,203 ‐0.2% 2.4%
Part‐Time Salaries 2,513 16,000 49,333 16,000 16,000 16,000 16,000 0.0% 0.0%
Ove rti me 5,0570 1,1910000 N/A N/A
Personnel Benefits 166,515 182,492 123,174 202,139 205,259 214,022 225,870 5.9% 5.5%
Supplies 39,962 76,734 37,735 76,734 76,734 71,734 71,734 ‐6.5% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 389,130 530,884 504,956 550,884 655,199 615,884 590,884 11.8%‐4.1%
Intergovernmental Se rvi ce s 1370 1370000 N/A N/A
Capital Outlay 15,253 40,000 56,168 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 0.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 3,130 2,662 2,662 2,716 2,716 6,507 6,543 139.6% 0.6%
Transfer Out 0000 106,07900 N/A N/A
Total 1,076,603 1,334,104 1,110,260 1,389,412 1,618,323 1,464,148 1,463,234 5.4%‐0.1%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Communications
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 5.50 5.50 5.63 5.50 5.63 5.63 5.63 2.3% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 0.07 0.38 1.33 0.38 0.38 0.38 0.38 0.0% 0.0%
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 2,959$ 16,000$ 55,350$ 16,000$ 16,000$ 16,000$ 16,000$ 0.0% 0.0%
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Emergency Management
Mission
Fostering a culture of preparedness and community self‐sufficiency.
Working inclusively with our diverse community to coordinate effective disaster response.
Preparing our whole community to be uniquely resilient through adversity and recovery.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
• Converted six Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) into the new electronic format for the Emergency Operations
Center.
• Participated in the regional Cascadia Rising Earthquake Exercise with a full EOC activation.
• Designed and taught four new position‐specific training modules for EOC staff.
• Created a Community Point of Distribution (CPOD) plan; trained volunteers to run CPOD.
• Achieved recertification by the National Weather Service as a StormReady community.
• Reactivated and expanded the city’s satellite phone network.
• Equipped the Mobile Communications Response Unit with WiFi and packet radio.
• Coordinated the Renton Emergency Preparedness Academy (REPA), providing training to residents and businesses
in appropriate emergency/disaster actions.
• Revised several sections of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.
• Conducted an annual review and update of the Hazard Mitigation Plan.
• Partially revised and updated the Continuity of Operations Plan.
• Maintained National Incident Management System compliance, retaining grant eligibility.
• Began migrating Renton RedAlert to the new County platform for greater cost savings.
• Hosted several Disaster Mental Health First Aid courses for staff, volunteers, and non‐profits.
• Sponsored a disaster movie night and discussion at Carco Theatre.
• Recovered grant money as reimbursement for longstanding disaster damages/projects.
• Facilitated multiple emergency management training classes to staff and volunteers.
• Provided mutual aid to other jurisdictions for significant emergency events in the region.
• Purchased and customized an information management system for the EOC.
• Contributed to regional efforts, including the Regional Coordination Framework, Resilient King County initiative,
and Emergency Management Assistance Teams.
• Delivered high‐level presentations at Neighbor‐to‐Neighbor Forum, multiple professional conferences/forums,
Renton management meetings, and other large public audiences.
2017/2018 Goals
Revise the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and submit for State approval.
Complete and submit the draft Debris Management Plan for FEMA approval.
Revise and test the Continuity of Operations Plan.
Develop a coordinated citywide social media team for emergency situations.
Conduct two disaster exercises.
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Emergency Management
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 0 0 0 0 220,239 268,935 279,433 100.0% 3.9%
Overtime 0 0 0 0 7,940 22,671 23,535 100.0% 3.8%
Personnel Benefits 0 0 0 0 99,287 113,966 121,336 100.0% 6.5%
Supplies 0 0 0 0 32,710 3,000 3,000 100.0% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 0 0 0 0 10,060 10,585 10,585 100.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 0 0 0 0 0 126,818 126,216 100.0%‐0.5%
Total 0 0 0 0 370,236 545,975 564,105 100.0% 3.3%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Emergency Management
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 2.70 2.70 100.0% 0.0%
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Executive Department Position Listing
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed
Mayor’s Office
E10 Mayor ( E l e c t e d ) 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
M53 Chief Administrative O f f i c e r 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
M17 Executive A s s i s t a n t 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
N07 Secretary II 0.50 0.50 1.00 0.50 1.00 1.00 1.00
3.50 3.50 4.00 3.50 4.00 4.00 4.00
Communications
M45 Deputy Public Affairs A d m i n i s t r a t o r 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
M26 Communications M a n a g e r 0 . 0 00 . 0 01 . 0 00 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
M21 Communications Specialist II 1.00 1.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A21 Communications Specialist II 1.00 1.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A17 Web S p e c i a l i s t 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A13 Print & Mail Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A12 Communications Specialist I 0 . 0 00 . 0 01 . 0 00 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A01 Office Assistant I 0 . 5 00 . 5 00 . 6 30 . 5 00 . 6 30 . 6 30 . 6 3
5.50 5.50 5.63 5.50 5.63 5.63 5.63
Emergency Management
M38 Emergency Management Director 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A21 Emergency Management C o o r d i n a t o r 0 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 7 01 . 7 0
0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 2.70 2.70
Total Executive Department 9.00 9.00 9.63 9.00 11.63 12.33 12.33
1Emergency Management division moved to Executive department following the formation of the Renton Regional Fire Authority in mid‐2016
Grade Title
Total Mayor’s Office
Total Communications Division
Total Emergency Management Division1
Budget by Department - Executive
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
3 - 20
CITY ATTORNEY
Larry Warren
13.88 FTEs
Civil
3.88 FTEs
Criminal
8 FTEs
Administrative Support
1.0 FTE
City Attorney
Budget by Department - City Attorney
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
3 - 21
City Attorney
Mission
Provide quality legal representation to the City and its employees in a timely, effective, and positive manner.
Description
The City Attorney Department provides legal advice to the City Council, administration, and boards and commissions,
prepares legislation, brings and defends lawsuits, and prosecutes cases in the municipal court.
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Operating Budget Summary 1,829,254 2,001,421 1,791,167 2,108,770 2,256,903 2,163,329 2,262,342 2.6% 4.6%
Position Summary 12.88 12.88 12.88 12.88 13.88 13.88 13.88 7.8% 0.0%
List of City Attorney Renton Results Decision Packages:
2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Package #D e s c r i p t i o n F T E T o t Exp $T o t Rev $F T ET o t Exp $T o t Rev $
100006.0005 City Attorney Prosecution 8.00 979,228 ‐ 8.00 1,041,806 ‐
200006.0005 CA City Attorney Civil 3.88 677,867 25,000 3.88 700,477 25,000
600006.0006 City Attorney Administration 2.00 506,233 ‐ 2.00 520,059 ‐
Total 13.88 2,163,329$ 25,000$ 13.88 2,262,342$ 25,000$
Budget by Department - City Attorney
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
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City Attorney Performance Measures:
City Service Area City Service Area Strategies Performance Measures 2012 Results 2013 Results 2014 Results 2015 Results
2016 Results
if available
Discovery provided to the Defense
Attorney by prosecutors within 20
calendar days
97.0% 100.0% 100.0% No data N/A
Representative
Government
Policy and fiscal
accountability
Routine legislation and contract review
will be performed within one week of
receipt.
99.0% 98.9% 98.4% 97.5% N/A
Timely responsiveness and
“projection of effort,” when
the community cannot help
itself.
Safety and
Health
Highlight of Budget Changes:
Interfund Payments increased in 2017 by $28k due overall city‐wide increase in Information Technology costs.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Stayed within our department budget.
Fully integrated LawBase into Prosecution and added the Sector patch to automatically fill in some of the
information, saving time per case and keeping errors down.
Achieved Prosecution becoming 90% paperless.
Cooperated with other cities on AT&T (Cingular Wireless) utility tax appeal, with an excellent result.
Incorporated LasherFiche into all divisions of the City Attorney Department.
Kept personnel costs down through the use of technology.
Cross trained staff to the extent practical.
Acquired property for the central park as part of the Sunset Revitalization effort.
Drafted necessary interlocal agreements to start the Regional Fire Authority.
2017/2018 Goals
• Find capable replacements for retiring senior level employees.
• Increase and continuously update the number of form contracts.
• Close the sales of the old Highlands Library property and the Sunset Court properties to the Housing Authority and
the purchase of the last Fawcett property south of May Creek.
Budget by Department - City Attorney
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
3 - 23
Expenditure Budget by Division ‐ City Attorney
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
City Attorney 1,829,254 2,001,421 1,791,167 2,108,770 2,256,903 2,163,329 2,262,342 2.6% 4.6%
Total 1,829,254 2,001,421 1,791,167 2,108,770 2,256,903 2,163,329 2,262,342 2.6% 4.6%
Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ City Attorney
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 1,160,334 1,304,780 1,171,533 1,360,161 1,462,539 1,370,782 1,429,211 0.8% 4.3%
Part‐Time Sa l a ri e s 26,560000000 N/A N/A
Overtime 64 1,000 0 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 0.0% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 432,598 486,282 412,694 541,095 586,850 556,731 594,255 2.9% 6.7%
Supplies 8,850 12,500 4,935 12,500 12,500 12,500 12,500 0.0% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 60,877 39,500 43,382 39,500 39,500 39,500 39,500 0.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 139,971 157,359 157,359 154,514 154,514 182,816 185,876 18.3% 1.7%
Transfers Out 00 1,2640000 N/A N/A
Total 1,829,254 2,001,421 1,791,167 2,108,770 2,256,903 2,163,329 2,262,342 2.6% 4.6%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ City Attorney
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 12.88 12.88 12.88 12.88 13.88 13.88 13.88 7.8% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 0.77 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 N/A N/A
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 32,006$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ N/A N/A
City Attorney Department Position Listing
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed
City Attorney
M49 City Attorney 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M42 Senior Assistant City Attorney 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
M35 Assistant City Attorney 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M35 Chief Prosecuting Attorney 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M29 Prosecuting Attorney 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
A17 Paralegal 1.88 1.88 1.88 1.88 1.88 1.88 1.88
N14 Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A07 Legal Assistant 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Total City Attorney Department 12.88 12.88 12.88 12.88 13.88 13.88 13.88
Grade Title
Budget by Department - City Attorney
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
3 - 24
MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE
Terry L. Jurado
13 FTEs
COURT SERVICES
Bonnie Woodrow
12 FTEs
Infraction Processing
4 FTEs
Criminal Case Processing
6 FTEs
Probation
1 FTE
Court Services
Budget by Department - Court Services
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
3 - 25
Court Services
Mission
The mission of the Renton Municipal Court, as an independent and impartial branch of government, is to provide objective,
accessible and timely resolution of all cases appropriately coming before the Court, the protection of the rights of all
individuals and the dignified and fair treatment of all parties. The Renton Municipal Court is a contributing partner working
toward a safe and vital community.
Description
The Renton Municipal Court is a Court of Limited Jurisdiction that handles parking citations, traffic and non‐traffic
infractions, photo enforcement citations, and misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor cases charged within the City limits.
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Operating Budget Summary 2,016,273 2,111,321 2,013,364 2,187,710 2,219,206 2,220,656 2,260,201 1.5% 1.8%
Position Summary 15.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 0.0% 0.0%
List of Court Services Renton Results Decision Packages:
2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Package #Description FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $F T ET o t Exp $T o t Rev $
100002.0013 Probation 1.00 126,253 145,000 1.00 130,467 145,000
200002.0018 Criminal Case Processing 5.00 669,096 333,500 5.00 697,370 333,500
200002.0019 Infraction Processing 5.00 585,407 1,580,000 5.00 611,935 1,580,000
200002.0020 Court Administration 2.00 839,900 100,000 2.00 820,429 100,000
Total 13.00 2,220,656$ 2,158,500$ 13.00 2,260,201$ 2,158,500$
Budget by Department - Court Services
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
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Court Services Performance Measures:
City Service Area City Service Area Strategies Performance Measures 2012 Results 2013 Results 2014 Results 2015 Results
2016 Results
if available
Safety and
Health
Encourage the community to
comply with local, state and
federal laws.
Composite of results from survey of
probationer's understanding of
probation process reflected as "Good"
or better.
83%81%84%85%N/A
Defendant satisfaction with their
understanding of the criminal case
process is rated as "Good" or better.
83%84%84%83%N/A
Defendant’s satisfaction with the
ability to obtain access to court record
information related to criminal case
processing is rated “Good” or better.
new 2015 new 2015 new 2015 87%N/A
Ongoing Juror Survey's reflect an
approval rating that indicates
satisfaction and understanding of the
jury experience by non‐criminal citizens
of Renton.
81%85%82%80%N/A
Defendant's satisfaction with the
ability to get access to court
information related to infraction
processing is rated "Good" or better.
87%83%86%87%N/A
Resident's satisfaction with
understanding the court infraction
process.
74%78%85%85%N/A
Open accessible and
consistent (administrative
and judicial) decision
process
Representative
Government
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Completed last phase of the electronic document project. All cases are originated, processed, signed and accessed
digitally in the courtroom and in the clerk’s office.
Trained City Prosecutor, Public Defender and private bar to utilize e‐Doc program to send court documents
through the e‐signature process. The finalized document is approved by the court, transferred and stored digitally
in Laserfiche.
Completed scanning legacy cases into Laserfiche.
Accepted passport processing from Finance Department, processing approximately 300 passport applications
monthly.
2017/2018 Goals
Continue growth in use of Renton Results for meaningful budgets and recognizable results.
Continue ongoing staff training to keep pace with changes in laws, ordinances and court rules.
Integrate LawBase program into the OCourt programs previously developed, eliminating duplicate data entry for
the Prosecutor and Probation departments.
Upgrade OCourt programs to enhance digital process for requesting hearings online.
Budget by Department - Court Services
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
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Expenditure Budget by Division ‐ Court Services
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Court Services 2,016,273 2,111,321 2,013,364 2,187,710 2,219,206 2,220,656 2,260,201 1.5% 1.8%
Total 2,016,273 2,111,321 2,013,364 2,187,710 2,219,206 2,220,656 2,260,201 1.5% 1.8%
Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Court Services
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 1,000,360 992,329 962,416 1,026,238 1,057,734 1,047,343 1,086,127 2.1% 3.7%
Part‐Time Salaries 50,570 75,500 64,063 75,500 75,500 75,500 75,500 0.0% 0.0%
Overtime 4,360 14,808 77 14,160 14,160 29,964 29,964 111.6% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 454,617 469,707 431,128 517,408 517,408 480,243 510,050 ‐7.2% 6.2%
Supplies 5,293 7,700 7,413 7,700 7,700 7,700 7,700 0.0% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 150,414 137,358 87,948 137,358 137,358 137,358 137,358 0.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 333,658 413,919 413,919 409,346 409,346 442,548 413,502 8.1%‐6.6%
Transfer Out 17,000 0 46,400 0 0 0 0 N/A N/A
Total 2,016,273 2,111,321 2,013,364 2,187,710 2,219,206 2,220,656 2,260,201 1.5% 1.8%
Staffing Levels by Division ‐ Court Services
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 15.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 0.0% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 1.36 1.95 1.71 1.95 1.95 1.95 1.95 0.0% 0.0%
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 56,554$ 81,000$ 71,288$ 81,000$ 81,000$ 81,000$ 81,000$ 0.0% 0.0%
Court Services Department Position Listing
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed
Court Services
E11 Municipal Court Judge ( E l e c t e d ) 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
M38 Court Services Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M22 Court Services Supervisor 0.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
A18 Probation O f f i c e r 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A15 Judicial Specialist (Lead) 2.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A10 Judicial Specialist/Trainer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A08 Judicial Specialist 9.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
15.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00Total Court Services Division
Grade Title
Budget by Department - Court Services
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
3 - 28
*The Utility Billing positions (4 FTEs) are funded by utility rate revenues (vs. General Fund).
ADMINISTRATOR
Jan Hawn
45 FTEs
FINANCE
Jamie Thomas
19 FTEs
Operations
Cash Receipting
Utility Billing*
Payroll
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Budget & Accounting
Budget
Financial Reporting
General Accounting
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
Mehdi Sadri
18 FTEs
Systems Services
Communication and
Data Center
Operations
Network Services
Application Services
Application
Implementation
Development Support
and Maintenance
Enterprise GIS
Implementation
Development
Support
Service Desk
End‐user Support
City Clerk
Jason Seth
6 FTEs
Records Management
and Imaging
Legislative and
Administration Support
Public Information
Services
Voter Registrations and
Elections
Hearing Examiner
(contracted)
Administrative Support
1 FTE
Administrative Services
Budget by Department - Administrative Services
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
3 - 29
Administrative Services
Mission
Provide systems and processes that enable efficient, effective, and accountable management and operations; provide
transparent, timely and accessible city records and information; are compliant with laws and regulations.
Core Businesses Services
The Administrative Services Department provides financial management and information technology services by providing
timely and accurate financial information; efficient and reliable technologies; and preservation of current and historical
records, and the City Clerk additionally serves as the Clerk of the City Council and as the City’s Public Records Officer.
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Operating Budget Summary 8,811,865 9,262,500 9,119,789 9,524,097 10,974,087 10,763,257 10,699,308 13.0%‐0.6%
Position Summary 38.50 42.00 42.00 42.00 42.00 45.00 45.00 7.1% 0.0%
List of Renton Results Decision Packages:
2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Package #D e s c r i p t i o n F T E T o t Exp $T o t Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
200011.0007 Hearing Examiner ‐ 40,000 ‐ ‐ 40,000 ‐
200012.0012 City Clerk 6.00 1,081,537 ‐ 6.00 1,119,660 ‐
100004.0007 Business Licensing 1.10 105,456 ‐ 1.10 109,005 ‐
500004.0005 Utility Billing and Cashiering 4.90 641,448 ‐ 4.90 664,454 ‐
600004.0070 Payroll 1.50 132,673 ‐ 1.50 141,169 ‐
600004.0071 System Services 3.00 599,200 709,625 3.00 614,714 684,765
600004.0072 Telecommunications 1.00 450,138 498,075 1.00 453,097 478,764
600004.0073 Service Desk Support 3.00 609,901 585,825 3.00 626,795 565,682
600004.0074 Finance Operations 4.50 503,148 ‐ 4.50 524,775 ‐
600004.0075 Applications and Database Services 5.00 1,765,253 1,848,402 5.00 1,795,187 1,783,646
600004.0076 Enterprise GIS 3.00 524,688 604,830 3.00 539,281 583,641
600004.0077 Accounting and Auditing 1.40 322,848 ‐ 1.40 330,195 ‐
600004.0078 Budgeting and Financial Planning 3.70 525,909 ‐ 3.70 544,067 ‐
600004.0079 Asset, Debt, and Treasury Management 0.90 700,998 ‐ 0.90 700,539 ‐
600004.0080 IT Administration 1.50 289,543 343,962 1.50 299,193 331,912
600004.0081 Finance Administration 1.50 540,693 ‐ 1.50 554,698 ‐
600004.0082 IT Capital ‐ 651,000 1,005,449 ‐ 602,000 961,970
650004.0018 AS Funding for Equipment Replacement ‐ 90,000 ‐ ‐ 90,000 ‐
650004.0019 AS Business System Analyst 1.00 122,956 ‐ 1.00 134,789 ‐
650004.0020 AS Special Contracting Services ‐ 50,000 ‐ ‐ 50,000 ‐
650004.0021 AS CS RECREATION/ASSET SYSTEM 1.00 407,956 ‐ 1.00 169,789 ‐
650004.0022 AS Banking Service Fees ‐ 254,000 254,000 ‐ 254,000 254,000
650004.0023 AS B&O Program Auditor 1.00 143,437 143,437 1.00 141,428 141,428
700005.0009 Fire Pension ‐ 210,475 468,000 ‐ 200,475 468,000
Total 45.00 10,763,257$ 6,461,605$ 45.00 10,699,308$ 6,253,808$
Budget by Department - Administrative Services
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
3 - 30
Performance Measures:
City Service Area City Service Area Strategies Performance Measures 2012 Results 2013 Results 2014 Results 2015 Results
2016 Results
if available
Compliance audits performed by
Business License staff will result in an
increase in number of Full Time
Equivalent (FTE) positions reported by
businesses.
298.19 0 No data No data N/A
Business License renewals will be
issued within one day of receipt of
payment.
99% 45% 85% 95% N/A
Opportunities for th e public
to engage and influence
City government
Number of Legislative documents
(agenda, minutes, ordinances,
resolutions, etc) published & available
187 144 142 148 N/A
Policy and fiscal
accountability Number of Public Records Requests 366 342 453 332 N/A
Utility Billing customer calls will be
answered within 5 minutes.96% 96% 98% 99% N/A
Average Utility Billing aged accounts
receivable (over 90 days) as percent of
annual re venue.
0.07%0.07% 0.09% 0.08% N/A
Customers rate implementation
process as meeting or exceeding
expectation in post implementation
surveys.
80% 75% N/A 70% N/A
Respond to user service and support
calls within two hours or less during
normal business days.
89% 88% 90% 90% N/A
Fiscal Support and
Accountability
Accuracy of the Financial Statements as
measured by the number of
management letter recommendations
and audit findings.
0001 N/A
Numb er of correcting journal entries
will be reduced.279 222 182 175 N/A
Maintain or improve the City's credit
rating of AA (S&P's) for General
Obligation Bonds and AA+ (S&P's) for
Revenue Bonds.
AA/AA+ AA/AA+ AA+/AA+ AA+/AA+ N/A
Core Investment Portfolio Yield 0.95% 0.93% 1.10% 1.08% N/A
Equipment and data that is
reliable and accessible
Percent of system availability (network
"uptime") as provided by System
Services.
98%99% 99% 99% N/A
Safety and
Health
Encourage the community
to comply with local, state
and federal laws.
Representative
Government
Operate and maintain
utilities
Internal Support
Utilities and
Environment
Safeguard public interests
and assets
Functional work
environment
Budget by Department - Administrative Services
2017/2018 Proposed Budget City of Renton, Washington
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Highlight of Budget Changes:
Regular Salaries and Personnel Benefits increased by $393k in 2017 due to adding 3.0 FTE’s (1 B&O Program
Auditor and 2 Business Systems Analysts).
Overtime increased by $10k in 2017 due to reallocation from Supplies and Other Services and Charges.
Supplies increased by $179k in 2017 due to increases in IT’s citywide computer replacement program and a new
program request to add more funding for ongoing equipment replacement.
Other services and charges increased in 2017 by $531k due to increased service contract costs related to
Information Technology and the following new program requests:
o Add $50k for special contract services (IT)
o Add $35k for new recreation asset system service contracts (IT)
o Add $254k for increased banking fees (Finance)
Capital outlay increased in 2017 by $109k and decreased in 2018 by $285k due to various IT related capital
projects. See Capital Investment Program (CIP) section 5 for details.
Expenditure Budget by Division ‐ Administrative Services
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Fund/Dept Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Finance 3,318,530 3,529,078 3,818,685 3,659,890 3,800,839 4,081,084 4,164,803 11.5% 2.1%
Information Technology 4,341,090 4,641,865 4,274,020 4,712,338 6,007,547 5,560,636 5,374,845 18.0%‐3.3%
City Clerk 1,152,246 1,091,558 1,027,084 1,151,870 1,165,702 1,121,537 1,159,660 ‐2.6% 3.4%
Total 8,811,865 9,262,500 9,119,789 9,524,097 10,974,087 10,763,257 10,699,308 13.0%‐0.6%
Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Administrative Services
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 3,008,453 3,402,357 3,177,036 3,544,090 3,685,028 3,927,178 4,073,871 10.8% 3.7%
Part‐Time Salaries 37,184 43,166 39,270 43,166 43,166 43,166 43,166 0.0% 0.0%
Overtime 31,117 40,000 29,372 40,000 40,000 50,000 50,000 25.0% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 1,475,209 1,743,979 1,520,856 1,911,521 1,913,391 1,921,638 2,034,800 0.5% 5.9%
Supplies 289,074 303,724 383,036 295,724 615,324 474,324 458,224 60.4%‐3.4%
Other Services and Charges 2,407,208 2,552,373 2,888,113 2,542,373 2,793,955 3,073,546 3,056,937 20.9%‐0.5%
Intergovernmental Services 325,374 152,000 170,291 170,500 170,500 170,500 170,500 0.0% 0.0%
Capital Outlay 854,675 601,010 487,924 551,000 1,287,000 660,000 375,000 19.8%‐43.2%
Interfund Payments 383,573 423,891 423,891 425,723 425,723 442,905 436,810 4.0%‐1.4%
Total 8,811,865 9,262,500 9,119,789 9,524,097 10,974,087 10,763,257 10,699,308 13.0%‐0.6%
Staffing Levels by Division ‐ Administrative Services
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Finance 19.00 19.50 19.50 19.50 19.50 20.50 20.50 5.1% 0.0%
Information Technology 14.50 16.50 16.50 16.50 16.50 18.50 18.50 12.1% 0.0%
City Clerk 5.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 0.0% 0.0%
Total FTE 38.50 42.00 42.00 42.00 42.00 45.00 45.00 7.1% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 1.06 1.16 1.14 1.16 1.16 1.16 1.16 0.0% 0.0%
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 44,131$ 48,263$ 47,312$ 48,263$ 48,263$ 48,263$ 48,263$ 0.0% 0.0%
Budget by Department - Administrative Services
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Finance
Mission
The Finance Division is responsible for a broad range of services and information for both internal and external customers.
Core operational services include cash receipting, utility billing, licensing, passports, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts
receivable. The Finance Division is also responsible for accounting and financial reporting including the development of the
biennial budget and preparation of the City’s annual financial statements, which are audited by the Washington State
Auditor’s Office.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Reaffirmed strong AA+ credit rating on the City’s general obligation bonds from Standard and Poor’s Rating
Services (March 2015).
Reaffirmed AA credit rating for the City’s general obligation bonds from Fitch (March 2015)
Reaffirmed strong AA+ credit ratings for the City’s revenue bonds from Fitch (June 2016) Standard and Poor’s
Rating Services (2014).
Received awards for excellence in financial reporting and budgeting from the Government Finance Officers
Association (GFOA).
Utilized business improvement processes to review and refine the City’s accounts receivable/grant billing process.
In collaboration with IT, implemented the city‐wide records management system (LaserFiche) for enhancing the
internal processes for creating, reviewing, and filing electronic journal entries and AP invoices.
Planned and implemented the new Business and Occupation (B&O) Tax; which included mailers, FAQs, business
community outreach, information sessions, and website development.
Implemented an online portal for customers to file and pay the newly implemented B&O tax.
Coordinated the financial and operational split of the newly formed Renton Regional Fire Authority from the City.
2017/2018 Goals
Continue to refine monthly and year‐end financial processes until it is possible to have the final version of the
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report completed by April 1.
Continue to collaborate with IT to expand the use of LaserFiche for electronically filing AR invoices and Payroll
records.
Continued enhancement of the B&O filing portal, to ensuring that each business has a user‐friendly, accurate,
timely and professional experience.
Continue receiving “clean” financial audits from the Washington State Auditor’s Office.
Provide quality financial services support the newly formed Renton Regional Fire Authority through 2017.
Enhance commitment and focus on external customer service, particularly to the underserved and vulnerable
population.
Ensure a smooth financial and customer service transition from a transition in garbage service providers.
Continue refinement of Renton Results efforts through improvements in performance data collection and
reporting by:
o Develop informal performance assessment tools to analyze data against established targets and
appropriate benchmarks.
o Additional development of performance dashboards for staff and external reporting to citizens.
Continue to receive awards for excellence in financial reporting and budgeting from the Government Finance
Officers Association (GFOA).
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Finance
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 1,350,324 1,511,998 1,423,158 1,576,265 1,639,762 1,706,110 1,766,799 8.2% 3.6%
Overtime 711 20,000 72 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 0.0% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 794,725 894,615 800,568 970,449 972,319 942,425 990,756 ‐2.9% 5.1%
Supplies 8,129 10,475 6,983 10,475 10,475 11,475 11,475 9.5% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 928,735 833,083 1,328,997 823,083 898,665 1,111,837 1,095,228 35.1%‐1.5%
Interfund Payments 235,905 258,907 258,907 259,618 259,618 289,237 280,545 11.4%‐3.0%
Total 3,318,530 3,529,078 3,818,685 3,659,890 3,800,839 4,081,084 4,164,803 11.5% 2.1%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Finance
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 19.00 19.50 19.50 19.50 19.50 20.50 20.50 5.1% 0.0%
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Information Technology
Mission
The Information Technology Division is responsible for providing city‐wide technology solutions, systems, and services to
innovate and improve business efficiencies and enhance customer services. Core services include: enterprise business
systems and GIS services assessment, development, implementation, maintenance and support, enterprise network
systems management and maintenance, phone and various communication systems, end user equipment and help desk
services.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Implemented PW work order an asset management system
Supported Municipal Court rollout of electronic case management system
Migrated City’s Intranet to the new SharePoint platform
Upgraded in‐house developed applications from Cold Fusion to Dot Net environment
Continue expansion of document imaging/electronic records management city‐wide
Help evaluate and develop a strategy to improve City’s web presence, online services, and user experience
Developed five‐year Information Technology Strategic Plan for 2016‐2021
Continue to build a disaster recovery site, increase network availability, server redundancy
Provided access to city records (data) through open public portal
Complete connecting to regional fiber ring around the Lake Washington and South King County
2017/2018 Goals
Evaluate and implement enterprise online/mobile customer request management system/portal
Develop electronic city‐wide signature capability
Evaluate and implement a new Recreation Management system
Improve city‐wide audio/video/web conferencing capabilities
Update Information Technology policies, procedures, and service level agreements
Establish IT Steering Committee and update IT governance structure, roles and responsibilities
Support the update and implementation of City’s new website
Improve network connectivity and access through utilization of regional fiber ring
Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Information Technology
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 1,265,492 1,457,117 1,362,103 1,517,141 1,580,750 1,775,094 1,840,773 17.0% 3.7%
Part‐Time Salaries 37,184 43,166 39,270 43,166 43,166 43,166 43,166 0.0% 0.0%
Overtime 30,405 20,000 29,301 20,000 20,000 30,000 30,000 50.0% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 496,576 620,228 530,163 688,687 688,687 739,213 788,831 7.3% 6.7%
Supplies 277,293 281,755 368,793 273,755 593,355 454,855 438,755 66.2%‐3.5%
Other Services and Charges 1,379,458 1,618,589 1,456,438 1,618,589 1,794,589 1,857,508 1,857,508 14.8% 0.0%
Intergovernmental S e r v i c e s70 2 70000 N / A N / A
Capital Outlay 854,675 601,010 487,924 551,000 1,287,000 660,000 375,000 19.8%‐43.2%
Interfund P a y m e n t s 00000 8 0 0 8 1 2 1 0 0 . 0 % 1 . 5 %
Total 4,341,090 4,641,865 4,274,020 4,712,338 6,007,547 5,560,636 5,374,845 18.0%‐3.3%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Information Technology
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 14.50 16.50 16.50 16.50 16.50 18.50 18.50 12.1% 0.0%
Intermittent F T E 1 . 0 61 . 1 61 . 1 41 . 1 61 . 1 61 . 1 61 . 1 60 . 0 %0 . 0 %
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 44,067$ 48,263$ 47,312$ 48,263$ 48,263$ 48,263$ 48,263$ 0.0% 0.0%
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City Clerk
Mission
The Office of the City Clerk is dedicated to supporting governance and the legislative process, maintaining and preserving
the city’s official records, assisting and informing the public, coordinating elections, and carrying out the official duties and
sovereign authority of the City Clerk with integrity, as required by law and policy, and to meet the needs of the citizens, the
elected officials, and city administrative staff.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Implemented the CivicWeb Portal, an interactive user interface pertaining to Council activities
All City legislation scanned and migrated to Laserfiche
Through lean process, streamlined contract processing
With the help of IT, implemented the use of Laserfiche in six of ten departments
Supported public involvement and informed City decision‐making by continuing to provide citizens, City
administrative staff, and officials with accurate and timely information, guidance, records, and notices
Updated City Clerk Policy and Procedures including Records Management and Public Records Processing policies
Trained city staff on the agenda process, contract and bidding processes, records management process, and public
records request process
Inventory city departments’ use of imaging and ensure compliance with records retention requirements
Microfilm inventory and transfer to State and Regional archives
Implemented records retention schedules in Laserfiche program
Supported City administrative staff, officials, and the public for all potential election activities
Migrated the City Clerk Division intranet site to the new SharePoint intranet site
Implemented new Council follow‐up procedures including the distribution of the Motions Sheet which explains all
actions taken at Council meetings
Successfully placed the Renton Regional Fire Authority plan on the 2016 Special Election ballot
Hired new Public Records Analyst and re‐titled two Records Management Specialist position to City Clerk Specialist
positions
2017/2018 Goals
Implement a new Public Records Request processing system
Transfer paper records to off‐site storage facility and implement new transfer and retrieval process
Fully implement Laserfiche city‐wide by end of 2018
Update all City Clerk Division Policy and Procedures
Encourage and train departmental records coordinators for their role in records management and processing
public records requests
Choose, implement and utilize new email search software to enable a streamlined records disclosure and
redaction process
Update tracking systems and use of technology for improved tracking and reporting
Inventory city departments’ use of imaging and ensure compliance with records retention requirements
Establish ongoing five‐year strategic plan for City Clerk Division
Digitizing all City Clerk documents that are required to be retained per the retention schedule
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ City Clerk
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 392,637 433,242 391,775 450,684 464,516 445,974 466,299 ‐1.0% 4.6%
Personnel Benefits 183,907 229,137 190,124 252,386 252,386 240,000 255,213 ‐4.9% 6.3%
Supplies 3,652 11,494 7,260 11,494 11,494 7,994 7,994 ‐30.5% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 99,015 100,701 102,677 100,701 100,701 104,201 104,201 3.5% 0.0%
Intergovernmental Services 325,367 152,000 170,264 170,500 170,500 170,500 170,500 0.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 147,668 164,984 164,984 166,105 166,105 152,868 155,453 ‐8.0% 1.7%
Total 1,152,246 1,091,558 1,027,084 1,151,870 1,165,702 1,121,537 1,159,660 ‐2.6% 3.4%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ City Clerk
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 5.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 0.0% 0.0%
Intermittent F T E 0 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 0N / AN / A
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 64$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ N/A N/A
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Administrative Services Position Listing
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018
Grade Title Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed
Finance Division
M49 Administrative Services Administrator 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
M38 Fiscal Services Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M30 Financial Services Manager 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M26 Financial Services Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
M25 Financial Operations Supervisor 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M25 Senior Finance Analyst 5.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 5.00 6.00 6.00
A19 Accounting Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
N16 Finance Analyst III 0.50 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
N14 Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
N13 Finance Analyst II 0.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A13 Lead Payroll Analyst 1.00 1.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A09 Accounting Assistant IV 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
A07 Accounting Assistant III 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
Total Regular Staffing 19.00 19.50 19.50 19.50 19.50 20.50 20.50
Total Finance Division 19.00 19.50 19.50 19.50 19.50 20.50 20.50
Information Technology Division
M49 Administrative Services Administrator 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
M38 Information Technology Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A32 Network Systems Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M30 Application Support Manager 0.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M30 GIS Manager 0.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M26 GIS Coordinator 1.00 1.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A24 Service Desk Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A24 Senior Network Systems Specialist 2.00 2.00 3.00 2.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
A24 Senior Systems Analyst 0.00 0.00 2.00 0.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
A23 Business Systems Analyst 2.00 2.00 1.00 2.00 1.00 3.00 3.00
A23 GIS Analyst II 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
A21 Systems Analyst/Programmer 2.00 3.00 1.00 3.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A20 Network Systems Specialist 1.00 1.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A17 Service Desk Technician 1.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Total Regular Staffing 14.50 16.50 16.50 16.50 16.50 18.50 18.50
Total Information Technology Division 14.50 16.50 16.50 16.50 16.50 18.50 18.50
City Clerk Division
M30 City Clerk/Cable M a n a g e r 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A18 Public Records Analyst 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M17 Deputy City C l e r k 1 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A11 Records Management C o o r d i n a t o r 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A09 City Clerk Specialist 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
A09 Records Management Specialist 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
5.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00
Total Administrative Services 38.50 42.00 42.00 42.00 42.00 45.00 45.00
Total City Clerk Division
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Community and Economic Development
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Community and Economic Development
Mission
Enhance the vitality and livability of the Renton community by promoting a prosperous economy and quality
neighborhoods, through economic development, sound urban planning, and streamlined land use regulation.
Core Businesses and Services
The Department of Community & Economic Development (CED) initiates and leads economic development, land use
planning and permitting, and regulation of all aspects of the development process, while working with residents, the
business community and other community organizations to enhance the economic prosperity, vitality, and livability of the
community for the Renton community.
In addition, CED manages the City’s intergovernmental relations, advocating for Renton’s interests at the county, regional,
state, and federal levels, coordinates the Renton Community Marketing Campaign, which is funded in part by the City’s
Lodging Tax, and provides staff support for the City’s Planning and Municipal Arts Commissions.
Coordination and collaboration amongst the three CED divisions, Economic Development, Planning & Development
Services, and its 12 programs is essential, as each has an important role to play in achieving the Vision, Mission and Goals of
the City. CED plays a leadership role in the fulfillment of a significant number of the City's Business Plan Goals and Action
Items. Most of the five Business Plan Goals are directly related to the work of CED's programs.
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Operating Budget Summary 6,569,037 7,504,756 7,080,384 7,815,753 9,389,406 9,292,658 9,517,704 18.9% 2.4%
CIP Budget Summary 198,883 100,000 181,621 100,000 401,158 250,000 0 150.0%‐100.0%
Position Summary 47.00 47.50 47.50 47.50 50.50 52.50 52.50 10.5% 0.0%
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List of Community and Economic Development Renton Results Decision Packages:
Package #D e s c r i p t i o n F T E T o t Exp $T o t Rev $F T ET o t Exp $T o t Rev $
100007.0010 Building Inspection 12.00 1,557,060 5,596,060 12.00 1,617,184 5,312,618
100007.0011 Code Enforcement program 3.00 417,852 ‐ 3.00 426,042 ‐
100020.0019 CDBG ‐ 361,724 361,724 ‐ 361,724 361,724
150007.0002 CD Add 1 FTE Admin Secretary 1.00 113,939 ‐ 1.00 108,865 ‐
300007.0041 Current Planning 7.64 1,163,676 98,000 7.64 1,220,824 98,000
300007.0042 Economic Development 4.00 689,718 ‐ 4.00 710,559 ‐
300007.0043 Long Range Planning 2.95 523,500 ‐ 2.95 543,932 ‐
300007.0044 CED Administration 1.80 1,285,338 ‐ 1.80 1,312,272 ‐
300007.0045 1% for the Arts ‐ 15,000 24,505 ‐ 15,000 15,000
300007.0046 Arts & Culture 0.25 38,000 ‐ 0.25 39,202 ‐
350007.0009 CD Add 1 FTE Arts Coordinator, Arts & Culture ‐ 50,000 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐
350007.0014 CD Set aside for CNI positions ‐ 375,000 ‐ ‐ 350,000 ‐
350020.0019 CS Increase contracted arborist services ‐ 62,000 ‐ ‐ 62,000 ‐
500007.0006 Development Engineering 13.33 1,824,162 313,759 13.33 1,899,239 324,718
550007.0003 CD Add 1 FTE ‐ Plan Reviewer 1.00 139,256 ‐ 1.00 136,839 ‐
550007.0004 CD Convert 1 FTE Construction Inspector 1.00 118,784 ‐ 1.00 130,167 ‐
600007.0006 Technical and Property Services 4.53 557,650 ‐ 4.53 583,854 ‐
Total Operating 52.50 9,292,658 6,394,048 52.50 9,517,704 6,112,060
460007.0002 CIP General Gov't ‐ 250,000 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐
Total CIP ‐ 250,000 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐
Total 52.50 9,542,658$ 6,394,048$ 52.50 9,517,704$ 6,112,060$
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Community and Economic Development Performance Measures:
City Service Area City Service Area Strategies Performance Measures 2012 Results 2013 Results 2014 Results 2015 Results
2016 Results
if available
Permit review for single family
applications completed within 2 weeks 75% 40% 4%No data N/A
Permit review for commercial
applications within 4 weeks 100% 100% 62%No data N/A
Inspection requests receive response
within 24 hours 98% 97% 97%No data N/A
Encourage the community to
comply with local, state and
federal laws
Co d e compliance is achieved through
voluntary action upon notification of
violation
85%95%No data No data N/A
Representative
Government
Advocate community interest
in regional, state, and
federal forums
Number of organizations in which CED
staff represents the City in local,
regional and statewide organizations
focused in areas such as land use,
economic development , building
re g u lation
24 27 27 No data N/A
The City's annual sales tax revenue
growth rate (excluding one‐time items)4.7% 6.0% 9.4% 9.0%N/A
Annual property tax revenue associated
with new construction increases. 0.06% 1.13% 1.29% 2.82% N/A
Process land use applications
requiring a decision by the Hearing
Examiner within 12 weeks of receipt of
complete application.
45%50%No data No data N/A
Process land use applications
requiring an Administrative Decision
within 8 weeks
58%88%No data No data N/A
Utilities and
Environment
Compliance with
environmental standards and
laws
Infrastructure project plan review is
completed within an average of 3
weeks
90%53%60%75%N/A
Internal Support Functional work environment
Property and Technical Services review
of development proposals are
processed within two weeks.
95%95%N/A 95%N/A
Safety and
Health
Timely responsiveness and
“Projection of effort” when
the community cannot help
itself
Livable Community
Encourage and foster a
vibrant and diverse economy
Manage growth in a manner
consistent with community
values.
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Expenditure Budget by Division ‐ Community & Economic Development
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Administration 1,153,111 1,077,608 1,183,052 1,120,102 1,170,609 1,337,991 1,339,760 19.5% 0.1%
Economic Development 661,142 951,290 658,515 892,274 1,853,686 1,494,342 1,440,183 67.5%‐3.6%
Planning 2,095,706 2,561,536 2,606,551 2,725,530 3,081,333 3,207,796 3,362,731 17.7% 4.8%
Development Services 2,659,078 2,914,321 2,632,264 3,077,847 3,283,778 3,252,529 3,375,030 5.7% 3.8%
Operating Total 6,569,037 7,504,756 7,080,384 7,815,753 9,389,406 9,292,658 9,517,704 18.9% 2.4%
CIP 198,883 100,000 181,621 100,000 401,158 250,000 0 150.0%‐100.0%
Total 6,767,920 7,604,756 7,262,004 7,915,753 9,790,564 9,542,658 9,517,704 20.6%‐0.3%
Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Community & Economic Development
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 3,513,152 4,043,685 3,870,724 4,239,180 4,693,421 5,237,309 5,407,836 23.5% 3.3%
Part‐Time Salaries 88,627 15,545 73,360 15,545 15,545 15,545 15,545 0.0% 0.0%
Overtime 61,266 34,929 47,541 34,929 34,929 32,774 32,768 ‐6.2% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 1,434,076 1,803,473 1,540,320 2,003,249 2,180,413 1,973,518 2,106,137 ‐1.5% 6.7%
Supplies 14,380 39,472 18,792 39,472 39,472 42,722 42,722 8.2% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 643,171 614,593 579,539 615,992 1,412,090 899,114 846,614 46.0%‐5.8%
Capital Outlay 7,135 102,950 0 0 102,950 15,000 15,000 100.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 807,230 850,108 850,108 867,386 910,586 1,076,676 1,051,082 24.1%‐2.4%
Transfer Out 00 100,0000000 N/A N/A
Operating Total 6,569,037 7,504,756 7,080,384 7,815,753 9,389,406 9,292,658 9,517,704 18.9% 2.4%
CIP 198,883 100,000 181,621 100,000 401,158 250,000 0 150.0%‐100.0%
Total 6,767,920 7,604,756 7,262,004 7,915,753 9,790,564 9,542,658 9,517,704 20.6%‐0.3%
Staffing Levels by Division ‐ Community & Economic Development
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Administration 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.0% 0.0%
Economic Development 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 0.0% 0.0%
Planning 25.00 25.50 25.50 25.50 29.50 29.50 29.50 15.7% 0.0%
Development Services 16.00 16.00 16.00 16.00 15.00 17.00 17.00 6.3% 0.0%
Total FTE 47.00 47.50 47.50 47.50 50.50 52.50 52.50 10.5% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 2.44 0.50 1.96 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.0% 0.0%
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 101,602$ 20,799$ 81,577$ 20,799$ 20,799$ 20,799$ 20,799$ 0.0% 0.0%
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Highlight of Budget Changes:
Regular Salaries increased $998,129 due to the following:
o Department reorganization and series promotions in 2015‐2016 resulted in the following:
Added 1 FTE Long Range Planning Manager
Eliminated 1 FTE Mapping Coordinator
Added 1 FTE Property & Technical Services Manager
Added 2.5 FTE Senior Planner
Eliminated 3 FTE Associate Planner
Added 1 FTE Admin Secretary I
Eliminated .5 FTE Office Assistant II
Added 2 FTE Civil Engineer II
Eliminated 1 FTE Plan Reviewer
Added 1 FTE Construction Inspector
Added 1 FTE Engineering Specialist II
Eliminated 1 FTE Development Services Director
Reclassified 1 FTE Building Official from m32 to m33
Eliminated 1 FTE Lead Building Inspector
Added 1 FTE Building Inspector/Combination
o Added 1 FTE Admin Secretary
o Added 1 FTE Building Plan Reviewer
o Converted a LT Construction Inspector position set to expire 12/31/16 to a Regular Construction Inspector
position in 2017
o Added $375,000 per year for salaries and benefits to fund 2 FTEs in the event the City is awarded a large
Economic Development grant currently in the application process
Other Services and Charges increased due to the following:
o Arts & Culture Professional Services related to the Municipal Arts Commission increased $50,000
o Economic Development Professional Services related to the Downtown Façade Improvement Program
increased $121,000 due to increased CDBG funding
o Professional Services increased $62,000 related to arborist services
Interfund Payments changed due to the following:
o IT charges increased $163,000 due to increased staffing, increased service contract costs, and a change in the
allocation methodology of IT costs charged to departments
o Liability insurance charges increased $17,000
o Facilities charges increased $20,000 due to increased staffing and a general increase in the cost of facilities
operations
Capital Outlay changed due to the following:
o Other Art Projects decreased $87,950; Funding for City art projects fluctuates based on contributions to the
1% for Art Fund
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Administration Division
Mission
Provide leadership, resources, and regional influence to enable the Department to meet its responsibilities in a manner that
is responsive to the needs of its customers and consistent with the City's Business Plan Goals.
2016 Accomplishments
Maintained extremely high level of service and exceeded most performance goals.
Participated in numerous state, countywide and regional policy boards and commissions.
2017/2018 Goals
Continue to work within CED and all city departments to maximize employee satisfaction and performance and
find additional organizational and system improvements and efficiencies.
Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Administration
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 203,110 223,025 221,587 238,081 245,388 244,073 250,139 2.5% 2.5%
Part‐Time Sa l a ri e s 00 10,7300000 N/A N/A
Personnel Benefits 86,192 95,303 91,456 106,502 106,502 99,526 105,392 ‐6.5% 5.9%
Other Services and Cha rge s 142,350000000 N/A N/A
Interfund Payments 721,459 759,280 759,280 775,519 818,719 994,392 984,229 28.2%‐1.0%
Transfer Out 00 100,0000000 N/A N/A
Operating Total 1,153,111 1,077,608 1,183,052 1,120,102 1,170,609 1,337,991 1,339,760 19.5% 0.1%
CIP 198,883 100,000 181,621 100,000 401,158 250,000 0 150.0%‐100.0%
Total 1,351,994 1,177,608 1,364,673 1,220,102 1,571,767 1,587,991 1,339,760 30.2%‐15.6%
Staffing Levels by Division ‐ Administration
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.0% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 0.00 0.00 0.30 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 N/A N/A
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben ‐$ ‐$ 12,307$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ N/A N/A
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Economic Development Division
Mission
Enhance the vitality and livability of the Renton community by promoting a prosperous and diverse economy.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
2015 Choice Neighborhoods Initiative application resulted in lasting partnerships, new opportunities to advance
goals in Sunset area, and a strengthened application in 2016.
Identification and marketing of downtown development sites to major development groups yielded strong ongoing
interest.
Initiated RFP process to solicit developer interest for 200 Mill property.
Negotiated consultant selection to plan for major redevelopment of civic core area.
First significant private sector investment downtown in a decade with The Lofts project and (CDBG assisted)
Cortona building rehab.
Renewed focus and oversight of Lodging Tax Fund and new opportunities for tourism promotion and Renton
Community Marketing Campaign.
Successfully partnered with Port of Seattle for economic development marketing.
Production of new flexible marketing materials highlighting opportunities to live, work, visit, and invest in Renton.
Incredible commercial construction starts including Southport, Hampton Inn, IKEA, and Group Health which will
lead to thousands of new jobs in Renton.
Continued to strengthen ongoing business recruitment working with many companies to locate or expand.
Continued to foster redevelopment efforts in the South Lake Washington area, including working with The Landing
and its tenants.
Strategically partnered with the Renton Chamber of Commerce in community marketing and downtown
revitalization and through active participation on the board of directors and working committees.
2017/2018 Goals
Oversee redevelopment of 200 Mill property as downtown catalyst project.
Implement strategy for Civic Core redevelopments.
Attract new businesses and new development to Renton to increase employment opportunities, sales and
property tax revenue, and continue to promote Renton as a top location for investment.
Continue to foster redevelopment efforts in the South Lake Washington area, including working with the property
owners and other City departments in this emerging district. Work to stimulate additional development adjacent
to The Landing.
Continue to support progress at Southport, moving forward on redevelopment of portions of Puget Sound Energy
property, assisting with hotel and tenant recruitment.
Assist with successful redevelopment of Pan Abode and Quendall Terminals sites and related infrastructure
projects in this area.
Help spark continued development of Boeing property at Longacres.
Continue work with the full range of stakeholders to stimulate further revitalization of Downtown Renton and
strengthened neighborhood business districts throughout the City. Support the Renton Downtown Partnership and
work to create new opportunities in Sunset/Highlands and the Benson/Cascade areas.
Assist with the continued implementation of the Sunset Area Community Investment Strategy, including
implementation of Choice Neighborhoods Initiative funding and Hilands Shopping Center redevelopment.
Encourage maximizing leveraging and coordination of City‐wide resources and investments in this area.
Capitalize on opportunities involved in public works projects and help execute effective business outreach and
problem solving.
Better promote Renton’s competitive advantages and economic development incentives through refreshed and
reinvigorated Community Marketing Campaign.
Utilize existing incentives to continue to foster a diverse array of increased housing opportunities in Renton.
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Economic Development
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 312,066 378,262 384,184 402,871 415,235 793,003 779,632 96.8%‐1.7%
Part‐Time S a l a r i e s 1 , 6 0 00 6 , 6 0 00000 N / A N / A
Overtime 0 500 0 500 500 500 500 0.0% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 129,034 161,601 145,725 180,926 180,926 152,846 162,058 ‐15.5% 6.0%
Supplies 2,924 5,200 2,370 5,200 5,200 8,450 8,450 62.5% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 200,800 302,777 119,637 302,777 1,148,875 524,543 474,543 73.2%‐9.5%
Capital Outlay 7,135 102,950 0 0 102,950 15,000 15,000 100.0% 0.0%
Interfund P a y m e n t s 7 , 5 8 3000000 N / A N / A
Total 661,142 951,290 658,515 892,274 1,853,686 1,494,342 1,440,183 67.5%‐3.6%
Staffing Levels by Division ‐ Economic Development
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 0.0% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 0.04 0.00 0.19 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 N/A N/A
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 1,807$ ‐$ 7,783$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ N/A N/A
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Planning Division
Mission
Direct Renton’s growth based on community values, promoting a high quality of life for residents and prosperity for
businesses, through sound planning and zoning, while ensuring predictability for customers.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Long Range Planning
Completed through update of Renton’s Comprehensive Plan (only jurisdiction to adopt plan by the state‐mandated
seven year review deadline)
Adopted policies and regulations for 15 docket items, including medicinal and recreational use of marijuana,
healthy housing, and shopping carts.
Submitted winning applications for the Governor’s “Smart Communities Award” for the Kirkland Townhomes
(2015) and Downtown Renton Library (2016)
Participated, with the Economic Development Division, in submitting two “Choice Neighborhood Initiative” grant
applications to HUD (Finalist in 2015, 2016 TBD) for the redevelopment of the Sunset Area
Worked with the Planning Commission, who held 30 meetings, including 8 public hearings, to review policies and
goals of the City.
Worked with the City Center Community Plan Advisory Board to Implement priority actions of the City Center
Community Plan
Worked with the Benson Hill Community Plan Advisory Board to establish goals, implementation actions, and work
program items for the Benson Hill Community Plan Advisory Board.
Provided on‐going oversight and support to the Planning Commission, City Center Community Plan Advisory Board,
and Renton Municipal Arts Commission
Current Planning
Met established time line performance measures for: pre‐application requests, new commercial & single family
reviews, administrative decisions and decisions requiring Hearing Examiner review.
Continued to engage the community on large development projects such as Southport, Group Heath, various
hotels, The Lofts at 2nd and Main, and Quendall Terminals.
Conducted 132 development pre‐application meetings with applicants.
Processed 150 SEPA (environmental review) and Land Use Permits, including Planned Urban Developments for
Avana Ridge Apartments and Whitman Court PUD; Site Plan Review for the Mission Healthcare, Residence Inn by
Marriott, Longacres Business Center (Group Health), My Dental, Seattle Pipe Trades, Sonic Drive In, CarMax, Elliott
Farms, Highlands Library, Sunset Terrace, and Kiddie Academy Children’s Daycare Center; Shoreline and SEPA
permits for the Renton Aerospace Training Center, Boeing Apron Projects, Lake to Sound Trail, and Cedar River
205 Dredge and Levee Project, and many subdivisions for single family construction throughout the City.
Continued to provide excellent customer service to at the Planning Customer Service Counter.
Property/Technical Services
Continued to inventory and catalog the City’s monuments and survey network.
Processed development reviews within established timelines.
Updated the City’s GIS Land Info data source.
Improved function, process and training associated with EnerGov permit tracking software.
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Public Works Plan Review and Inspection
Completed public works plan review for construction permits associated with development projects in a timely
manner.
Completed review comments for land use submittals and pre‐application submittals within established
timeframes.
Implemented Energov project management process to more accurately represent the status of a given permit.
Reorganized and cross‐trained Development Engineering staff to enhance customer service experience and
provide a more seamless Public Works review.
Developing necessary public handouts to assist applicants through the permitting processes.
Worked to implement electronic plan review to more efficiently and effectively review projects.
Arts & Culture (Activities of the Renton Municipal Arts Commission)
Prioritized strategies to implement the Arts & Culture Master Plan
Obtained $11,000 grant from 4Culture to further the activities of the Commission
Raised community awareness of arts and culture through installation of “Galvanizing Art Projects” throughout the
City
Participated in Downtown Pop‐Up/PARKing Day event (Sept)
Participated in the Multicultural Festival (Oct)
Sponsored a vacant storefront holiday display competition for artists (Nov‐Dec)
Collaborated with the Renton History Museum on an exhibition of works from the City Art Collection at the
Museum (November 2016 through March 2017)
Relocated artwork, “Emerging,” to site with significant greater visibility
2017/2018 Goals
Long Range Planning
Amend City develop regulations to implement the Comprehensive Plan
Continue to refine and streamline development regulations to ensure they are easier to understand and
administer
Adopt an Affordable Housing Strategy for the City
Process annexations as residents and property owners express a desire to become a part of Renton
Continue to implement the Sunset Area Community Investment Strategy; work with the Renton Housing Authority
to redevelop public housing projects in Sunset; collaborate with Community Services (Parks) and Public Works
(Transportation and Utilities) to further revitalization of the Sunset Area
Continue to provide support to the Planning Commission, City Center Community Plan Advisory Board, and Renton
Municipal Arts Commission
Current Planning
Meet or exceed department goals for timely review of pre‐application requests, permit applications, and land use
decisions.
Provide excellent customer service to internal and/or external customers.
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Property/Technical Services
Maintain a current and accurate survey network.
Meet or exceed department goals for timely review of development applications.
Participate in right of way (ROW) acquisitions that meet WSDOT’s criteria.
Develop and maintain GIS databases and other data and information sources to support ongoing operations within
CED.
Facilitate electronic plan review and on‐line permitting by providing technical expertise, support and training to
reviewers.
Public Works Plan Review and Inspection
Meet or exceed departmental goals for timely review of public works plan review of construction permits, and land
use and pre‐application submittals.
Ensure timely and thorough inspections of all public works and transportation projects to facilitate on‐budget and
on‐schedule completion. Provide inspection‐related documentation for the projects in compliance with grant
reporting requirements.
Arts & Culture
Revise City policies related to arts and culture; revise RMC 2‐8, “Arts Commission”
Revise RMC Title 4, “Development Regulations” to include a mandatory public art contribution to the community
by private developers, similar to the existing 1% for Art Program
Oversee fabrication and installation of new public art at S 2nd and Main Ave S
Contract with restorer to provide maintenance for works in the City Art Collection
Facilitate additional Galvanizing Art Projects to raise awareness of arts and culture in the community
Support “The Owl” project with resources and other assistance
Provide directed support to the Renton School District to increase arts education opportunities
Broaden outreach to diverse members of the community
Continue to collaborate with the Economic Development Division and Downtown Partnership to revitalize
Downtown Renton
Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Planning
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 1,341,371 1,671,973 1,692,774 1,753,032 2,077,100 2,219,118 2,316,377 26.6% 4.4%
Part‐Time Salaries 80,827 0 49,480 0 0 0 0 N/A N/A
Overtime 19,653 6,395 28,191 6,395 6,395 6,395 6,395 0.0% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 510,479 716,963 600,705 797,898 929,633 817,823 875,499 2.5% 7.1%
Supplies 4,363 7,750 7,795 7,750 7,750 7,750 7,750 0.0% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 139,013 158,455 227,607 160,455 60,455 156,710 156,710 ‐2.3% 0.0%
Total 2,095,706 2,561,536 2,606,551 2,725,530 3,081,333 3,207,796 3,362,731 17.7% 4.8%
Staffing Levels by Division ‐ Planning
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 25.00 25.50 25.50 25.50 29.50 29.50 29.50 15.7% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 2.23 0.00 1.30 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 N/A N/A
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 92,830$ ‐$ 54,131$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ N/A N/A
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Development Services Division
Mission
Create and maintain a safe and pleasant physical environment by ensuring compliance with codes and land use regulations
and assisting the public and the development community through the regulatory process.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Building Permit Review and Inspection
Exceeded department goals by responding to building requests within 24 hours more than 95% of the time.
Exceeded department goals by completing building permit applications for new single‐family houses in two weeks
or less more than 90% of the time.
Completed reviews for commercial and multi‐family building permits completed in three weeks or less for all
submittals.
Using EnerGov database to process all permits.
Continued using link between MBP (MyBuildingPermit.com) and EnerGov to process some permits and testing
others.
Continued processing inspections through MBP website.
Educating the public how to use MBP and online applications.
Initiated cross‐training within the department.
Started using LaserFiche as a document storage database for all plans.
Code Compliance
Made contact with the customer requesting assistance from code enforcement within one working day of
receiving the request 80 percent of the time.
Exceeded department goals by achieving resolution to code compliance requests through voluntary action more
than 80% of the time. Code compliance resolution was achieved within 15 days from complaint on average.
Remained pro‐active, with approximately 30 percent of code compliance cases generated without a private citizen
request, and all sites with verified code compliance violations in the last year were checked at least once to verify
continued compliance. Entering 100% of cases into EnerGov database.
Worked with neighboring jurisdictions, successfully apprehending some criminals running a chop shop.
2016/2017 Goals
Building Permit Review and Inspection
Meet or exceed departmental goals for timely review of building applications.
Develop plan submittal pre‐screening process.
Continue converting Renton’s permitting system to EnerGov and MyBuildingPermit.com systems to allow for more
efficient business processes and enhanced communications with our citizens. These systems allow for improved
on‐line permitting, improved inspection request capability, improved status and permitting information for
customers and citizens.
Continue development of electronic submittal or permit plans and applications.
Provide efficient service while the Plan Center is remodeled and modernized to improve traffic flow and improve
functionality.
Strive to meet the challenge as increased volume of inspections as the economy is rebounding from the recession.
A large hotel is anticipated and Boeing’s expansion warrants more inspector hours.
Continue cross‐training with the department.
Continue using LaserFiche for a central document database, in addition to plans.
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Code Compliance
Meet or exceed departmental goals for timely response to customer complaints.
Meet or exceed departmental goals for timely resolution of code compliance complaints and voluntary
compliance.
Remain pro‐active, with more than 50 percent of code compliance cases generated without a private citizen
request, and all sites with verified code compliance violations in the last year were checked at least every three
months to verify continued compliance.
Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Development Services
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 1,656,604 1,770,425 1,572,180 1,845,196 1,955,698 1,981,115 2,061,688 7.4% 4.1%
Part‐Time Salaries 6,200 15,545 6,550 15,545 15,545 15,545 15,545 0.0% 0.0%
Overtime 41,613 28,034 19,350 28,034 28,034 25,879 25,873 ‐7.7% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 708,371 829,606 702,434 917,923 963,352 903,323 963,188 ‐1.6% 6.6%
Supplies 7,093 26,522 8,628 26,522 26,522 26,522 26,522 0.0% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 161,008 153,361 232,295 152,760 202,760 217,861 215,361 42.6%‐1.1%
Interfund Payments 78,188 90,828 90,828 91,867 91,867 82,284 66,853 ‐10.4%‐18.8%
Total 2,659,078 2,914,321 2,632,264 3,077,847 3,283,778 3,252,529 3,375,030 5.7% 3.8%
Staffing Levels by Division ‐ Development Services
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 16.00 16.00 16.00 16.00 15.00 17.00 17.00 6.3% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 0.17 0.50 0.18 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.0% 0.0%
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 6,965$ 20,799$ 7,357$ 20,799$ 20,799$ 20,799$ 20,799$ 0.0% 0.0%
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Community & Economic Development Position Listing
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed
Administration Division
M49 Community & Economic Development Ad 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
N14 Administrative A s s i s t a n t 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
Total Administration Division 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Economic Development Division
M38 Economic Development Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M32 Community Dev Project M a n a g e r 2 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 0
A09 Admin Secretary I 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
Total Economic Development Division 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
Planning Division
M38 Planning Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M33 Long Range Planning M a n a g e r 0 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
M33 Current Planning M a n a g e r 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A29 Mapping C o o r d i n a t o r 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 0
M29 Property & Technical Services M a n a g e r 0 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A28 Senior P l a n n e r 4 . 0 04 . 0 04 . 0 04 . 0 06 . 5 06 . 5 06 . 5 0
A21 GIS An a l yst I 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A21 Associate P l a n n e r 3 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 0
A16 Assistant p l a n n e r 0 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A15 Planning Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A09 Admin Secretary I 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 0
A03 Office Assistant II 0.00 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.00 0.00 0.00
M33 Development Engineering M a n a g e r 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A28 Civil Engineer III 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A26 Construction Inspection Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A25 Civil Engineer II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
A23 Plan Reviewer 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A21 Construction Inspector 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 4.00 5.00 5.00
A21 Construction Inspector ‐ Limited Term 2.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.00 0.00
A19 Engineering Specialist II 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A18 Dev Services Representative 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Total Planning Division 25.00 25.50 25.50 25.50 29.50 29.50 29.50
Building Division
M38 Dev Services Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A09 Administrative Secretary I 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 0
A22 Lead Code Compliance I n s p e c t o r 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A19 Code Compliance I n s p e c t o r 2 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 02 . 0 0
M33 Building Official 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M32 Building Official 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A24 Lead Building I n s p e c t o r 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 0
A23 Building Plan Reviewer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.00
A21 Building Inspector/Electrical 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A21 Building Inspector/Combination 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
A19 Enrgy Plns Reviewer/Permit R e p 1 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 01 . 0 0
A10 Permit Technician 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Total Building Division 16.00 16.00 16.00 16.00 15.00 17.00 17.00
Total Community & Economic Development 47.00 47.50 47.50 47.50 50.50 52.50 52.50
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Community Services
ADMINISTRATOR
Kelly Beymer
94.5 FTEs
Recreation
Maryjane Van Cleave
16.34 FTEs
Recreation Services
Renton Community
Center
Renton Senior
Activity Center
Senior Advisory
Board
Parks and Golf
Course
Cailin Hunsicker
35 FTEs
Parks Maintenance
Golf Course
Capital Investment
Projects
Parks Planning and
Natural Resources
Leslie Betlach
4 FTEs
Urban Forestry and
Natural Resources
Planning, Aquisition,
and Development
Capital Investment
Projects
Facilities
Michael Kirk
26 FTEs
Facilities
Maintenance
Services
Leased City
Properties
Capital Investment
Projects
Renton History
Museum
Elizabeth Stewart
1 FTE
Renton Historical
Society Board
Human Services
Karen Bergsvik
4.33 FTEs
Housing Repair
Assistance Program
Community
Development Block
Grant (CDBG)
Human Services
Advisory Committee
Neighborhoods,
Resources and Events
Vacant
5.83 FTEs
Neighborhood
Program
Farmer's Market
Special Events
Committee
Administrative
Support
1 FTE
Parks Commission
Library Advisory
Board
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Community Services
Mission
Promote and support a more livable Renton community by providing recreation, museum, human services programs,
neighborhood and special events opportunities, golf course and modern parks and facilities, and undisturbed natural
areas.
Core Businesses and Services
Facilities
The Facilities Division develops and maintains City buildings and manages the delivery of building‐related services to the
public and the City workforce in a safe, customer‐focused manner.
Parks and Golf Course
The Parks and Golf Course Division provides a safe, clean, attractive, accessible, and well‐maintained environment for
the public’s enjoyment of active and passive recreational opportunities along with natural resource and wildlife
preservation and stewardship.
Parks Planning and Natural Resources
The Parks Planning and Natural Resources Division provides a comprehensive and interrelated system of parks,
recreation, open spaces, and trails that respond to locally‐based needs, values and conditions, provides an appealing
and harmonious environment, and protects the integrity and quality of the surrounding natural systems; create a
sustainable and exemplary urban forest.
Recreation
The Recreation Division promotes and supports a more livable community by providing opportunities for the public to
participate in diverse recreational, cultural, athletic, and aquatic programs and activities.
Human Services
The Human Services Division, in partnership with the community, helps provide services, resources, and opportunities
so that residents have food, clothing, and shelter, are healthy and safe, and develop to their fullest capacity.
Neighborhoods, Resources and Events
The Neighborhoods, Resources and Events Division provides leadership, guidance, and resources which connect and
engage residents, neighborhoods, businesses, and the City through diverse opportunities for partnerships, volunteers,
special events, sister cities, farmers markets, and neighborhood programs.
Renton History Museum
The Renton History Museum is the City’s only organization dedicated to the preservation, documentation and education
about the City’s heritage. With the support of the Renton Historical Society, the Museum cares for a collection of over
90,000 objects and 14,000 historic photos. The Museum also provides changing and permanent exhibits, programs,
publications, and classroom outreach about local history.
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Operating Budget Summary 19,806,611 21,514,287 21,326,377 21,728,434 23,543,734 22,778,181 23,143,377 4.8% 1.6%
CIP Budget Summary 10,960,270 3,721,000 17,656,582 5,705,000 22,287,179 6,737,775 10,172,237 18.1% 51.0%
Position Summary 90.50 90.50 90.50 90.50 93.50 94.50 94.50 4.4% 0.0%
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List of Community Services Renton Results Decision Packages:
2017 Proposed 2018 Proposed
Package #Description FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $ FTE Tot Exp $T o t Rev $
100020.0018 Serving vulnerable/low income 4.33 1,192,794 20,000 4.33 1,214,627 20,000
100020.0019 CDBG ‐ 63,133 63,133 ‐ 63,133 63,133
200020.0007 Community Engagement 2.32 312,631 3,000 2.32 323,378 3,000
300020.0102 Museum 1.00 236,275 ‐ 1.00 241,550 ‐
300020.0103 Administration/Com Svcs 2.00 505,154 ‐ 2.00 524,771 ‐
300020.0104 Aquatics 1.00 867,727 789,530 1.00 873,141 789,530
300020.0105 Leased Facilities 1.50 839,996 902,550 1.50 845,755 902,550
300020.0106 Com Relations and Events 1.48 367,426 68,000 1.48 376,567 68,000
300020.0107 Parks and Trails Program 22.80 4,880,001 10,000 22.80 4,889,945 10,000
300020.0108 Recreation Services 12.09 4,024,733 1,305,763 12.09 3,954,927 1,310,763
300020.0110 Senior Activity Center 3.25 781,973 128,000 3.25 796,164 128,000
300020.0111 Farmers Market 0.50 66,854 59,400 0.50 69,646 59,400
300020.0112 Neighborhood Program 1.83 322,619 ‐ 1.83 335,960 ‐
350020.0018 CS LT Capital Project Coordinator ‐ PPNR 1.00 137,941 137,941 1.00 147,307 147,307
350020.0019 CS Increase contracted arborist services ‐ 62,000 ‐ ‐ 62,000 ‐
350020.0024 CS PPNR Contracts Landscape Maintenance ‐ 50,000 ‐ ‐ 50,000 ‐
350020.0028 CS Add 1 FTE Parks Maint Worker I1.00 86,758 ‐ 1.00 93,488 ‐
350020.0030 CS Increase Aquatics Fees ‐ ‐ 38,125 ‐ ‐ 38,125
350020.0033 CS Increase Parks Maint. Contracted Services ‐ 55,000 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐
350020.0034 Human Services Additional Agency Funding ‐ 24,000 ‐ ‐ 24,000 ‐
500020.0017 Golf Course 9.50 2,216,569 2,752,917 9.50 2,473,492 2,767,473
500020.0018 Parks Planning, Urban Forestry and Na Res 3.40 854,070 234,360 3.40 873,836 234,875
550020.0018 CS Golf Course Manager 1.00 139,473 ‐ 1.00 149,511 ‐
550020.0019 CS Increase Golf Course Fees ‐ ‐ 80,127 ‐ ‐ 75,447
600020.0037 Custodial Services 16.00 1,729,991 1,381,718 16.00 1,794,981 1,427,999
600020.0038 Facilities Technical Maintenance 7.50 2,846,204 3,091,788 7.50 2,840,894 3,095,929
650020.0014 CS LT Capital Projects Cood ‐ Facilities 1.00 114,860 114,860 1.00 124,304 124,304
Total Operating 94.50 22,778,181 11,181,212 94.50 23,143,377 11,265,835
160020.0005 CIP General Gov't ‐ 90,000 ‐ ‐ 90,000 ‐
600020.0039 Operational Facilities MM ‐ 92,000 92,000 ‐ 92,000 92,000
600020.0040 Public Facilities MM ‐ 313,000 313,000 ‐ 251,000 251,000
360020.0046 CIP ‐ General Gov't ‐ 5,249,775 10,352,000 ‐ 8,818,237 4,627,000
560020.0008 Golf Course MM ‐ 183,000 ‐ ‐ 250,000 205,278
560020.0010 CIP ‐ General Gov't ‐ 410,000 ‐ ‐ 410,000 ‐
660020.0008 CIP General Gov't ‐ 400,000 ‐ ‐ 261,000 ‐
Total CIP ‐ 6,737,775 10,757,000 ‐ 10,172,237 5,175,278
Total 94.50 29,515,955$ 21,938,212$ 94.50 33,315,614$ 16,441,113$
Budget by Department - Community Services
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Community Services Performance Measures:
City Service Area City Service Area Strategies Performance Measures 2012 Results 2013 Results 2014 Results 2015 Results
2016 Results
if available
Representative
Government
Partnership with community
organizations to leverage
resources
Value of volunteer service $ 1,368,412 $ 1,423,321 $ 1,229,458 $ 1,274,168 N/A
Daily Attendance at Senior Center 222 261 219 401 N/A
Maintain or increase the number of
officially recognized neighborhoods/
associations participating in the
program.
69 69 70 74 N/A
Number of Museum vi sitors and people
served by outreach 5,199 4,671 5,571 5,887 N/A
Renton Community Center customers
rate their experience and satisfaction
as Good to Excellent
new 2013 91%94%89%N/A
Henry Moses Aquatics Center
customers rate their experience and
satisfaction as Good to Excellent
99%99%96%97%N/A
Overall customer satisfaction rating is
good to excellent In cleanliness and
appearance of Parks and Trails Systems
89%93%89%84%N/A
Well maintained
neighborhoods, properties
and environment.
Overall condition of the golf course is
rated good to excellent in customer
satisfaction survey
90%92%90%90%N/A
Protection of open
space/acquisition
Customer satisfaction surveys rate the
cleanliness and appearance of
Renton’s open space and natural areas
as good or higher.
87%82%87%84%N/A
Functional work environment Number of Facilities HelpDesk Projects
complete 1,737 2,158 2,384 2,756 N/A
Safeguard public interests
and assets
Custodi a l Servi ces square feet of
coverage per employee (IFMA 60th
percentile)
21,832 23,141 23,141 23,141 N/A
Internal
Support
Provide or make available
diverse learning and
enrichment opportunities
Encourage and foster a strong
sense of community
Livable
Community
Provide clean, safe, healthy
and well ‐maintained places
Utilities and
Environment
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Expenditure Budget by Division ‐ Community Services
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Administration 480,057 545,712 508,766 562,434 662,784 505,154 524,771 ‐10.2% 3.9%
Facilities 5,035,343 5,176,404 5,690,960 5,255,925 6,198,942 5,416,191 5,481,630 3.0% 1.2%
Neigh, Res, and Events 875,223 1,004,403 958,624 1,049,871 1,111,121 1,041,408 1,075,235 ‐0.8% 3.2%
Park Maintenance 4,070,181 4,794,754 4,411,383 4,990,610 5,117,427 5,091,258 5,056,723 2.0%‐0.7%
Recreation Services 4,823,865 5,200,923 5,088,483 5,338,949 5,390,415 5,674,455 5,624,248 6.3%‐0.9%
Human Services/CDBG 1,159,189 1,199,977 1,225,835 1,212,606 1,270,020 1,279,916 1,301,753 5.6% 1.7%
Museum 214,291 227,761 227,094 235,281 237,983 236,275 241,550 0.4% 2.2%
Golf Course 2,425,724 2,566,052 2,406,673 2,233,479 2,247,303 2,356,041 2,623,002 5.5% 11.3%
Parks Plan and Nat Res 722,739 798,301 808,558 849,278 1,307,738 1,177,483 1,214,466 38.6% 3.1%
Operating Total 19,806,611 21,514,287 21,326,377 21,728,434 23,543,734 22,778,181 23,143,377 4.8% 1.6%
CIP 10,960,270 3,721,000 17,656,582 5,705,000 22,287,179 6,737,775 10,172,237 18.1% 51.0%
Total 30,766,882 25,235,287 38,982,958 27,433,434 45,830,913 29,515,955 33,315,614 7.6% 12.9%
Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Community Services
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 6,105,153 6,722,214 6,532,946 6,999,145 7,398,827 7,336,470 7,592,158 4.8% 3.5%
Part‐Time Salaries 1,544,996 1,710,771 1,556,403 1,710,771 1,715,211 1,700,771 1,700,771 ‐0.6% 0.0%
Overtime 25,805 31,948 27,670 31,948 31,948 30,970 31,948 ‐3.1% 3.2%
Personnel B e n efits 2,926,706 3,367,441 3,059,872 3,677,029 3,774,707 3,669,353 3,871,297 ‐0.2% 5.5%
Supplies 1,115,330 1,255,293 1,111,075 1,256,363 1,389,083 1,205,603 1,164,803 ‐4.0%‐3.4%
Other Services and Charges 3,956,664 4,243,348 4,400,050 4,195,897 4,608,726 4,490,524 4,433,024 7.0%‐1.3%
Intergovernmental Services 20,202 50 20,104 50 50 50 50 0.0% 0.0%
Capital Outlay 512,816 75,000 491,059 75,000 624,662 75,000 75,000 0.0% 0.0%
Debt Service 402,286 400,660 400,661 0 175,000 175,000 175,000 100.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 3,104,505 3,637,562 3,656,536 3,732,230 3,724,183 4,094,439 3,894,048 9.7%‐4.9%
Transfer Out 92,149 70,000 70,000 50,000 101,337 0 205,278 ‐100.0% 100.0%
Operating Total 19,806,611 21,514,287 21,326,377 21,728,434 23,543,734 22,778,181 23,143,377 4.8% 1.6%
CIP 10,960,270 3,721,000 17,656,582 5,705,000 22,287,179 6,737,775 10,172,237 18.1% 51.0%
Total 30,766,882 25,235,287 38,982,958 27,433,434 45,830,913 29,515,955 33,315,614 7.6% 12.9%
Staffing Levels by Division
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Administration 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.0% 0.0%
Facilities 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 0.0% 0.0%
Neigh, Res, and Events 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 0.0% 0.0%
Park Maintenance 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 24.50 24.50 4.3% 0.0%
Recreation Services 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 0.0% 0.0%
Human Services/CDBG 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 0.0% 0.0%
Museum 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.0% 0.0%
Golf Course 9.50 9.50 9.50 9.50 10.50 10.50 10.50 10.5% 0.0%
Parks Plan and Nat R e s 3 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 05 . 0 05 . 0 05 . 0 0 6 6 . 7 %0 . 0 %
Total FTE 90.50 90.50 90.50 90.50 93.50 94.50 94.50 4.4% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 44.38 48.04 44.66 48.04 48.22 47.80 47.80 ‐0.5% 0.0%
Temp/Intermit Salaries and 1,846,026$ 1,998,382$ 1,858,059$ 1,998,382$ 2,006,087$ 1,988,382$ 1,988,382$ ‐0.5% 0.0%
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Highlight of Budget Changes:
Regular Salaries include the following changes:
o Converted 1 FTE Facilities Coordinator position to a Facilities Manager
o Replaced 2 FTE Park Maintenance Worker III with 1 FTE Park Maintenance Worker II and 1 FTE Park
Maintenance Worker I
o Added 1 FTE Park Maintenance Worker I
o Added 1 FTE Golf Course Manager
o Added 2 FTE Limited Term Capital Project Coordinators (Note – both are listed under Parks Planning and
Natural Resources, but 1 is reporting to Facilities)
Debt Service includes the following change:
o The Leased City Properties Fund was the recipient of an interfund loan from the General Fund in 2015 for
capital improvements, repayment of $175,000 per year for 5 years began in 2016
Transfers Out includes the following change:
o Transfers out to other funds for capital purchases not budgeted for 2017
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Administration Division
Mission
Provide leadership, guidance, and resources to allow the various divisions within the department to perform their
respective functions in accordance with the City Business Plan, Administration and Council policy directives, and the
general needs of the populations they serve.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Provided staff training to meet the FEMA and Red Cross Emergency Management requirements
Created timeline for application/evaluation visit preparation for the 2017 accreditation through Commission for
Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA)
Reviewed Capital Projects to meet community needs and budget opportunities
Re‐defined level of service to coincide with 2017 and 2018 budget
Completed major capital improvement projects including the new Riverview Bridge installation and the Gene
Coulon Memorial Beach Park paver renovation project
Held fall and spring employee appreciation events
Onboarded the use of Halogen Performance software
Updated the Comprehensive Plan
2017/2018 Goals
Finalize Emergency Management Plan for the department
Review Capital Projects to meet community needs and budget opportunities
Complete 4th CAPRA Accreditation application process concluding with the May 2017 final evaluation team visit
Complete rebuilding and training of department management team
Offer intra‐departmental staff training to use new city website and Sharepoint management for increased
workflow efficiency, relevancy, and branding
Build stronger inter‐department partnerships to ensure and improve efficiency, collaboration and responsible use
of time, funds, and resources
Finalize development and implementation of the Community Services Marketing Plan
Digitize, upload, and organize all city‐owned property architectural design plan sets in Laserfische
Review and update annual divisional customer satisfaction surveys
Re‐define level of service to coincide with 2019/2020 budget
Coordinate spring and fall employee recognition events
Completion of major capital projects, including Phase 1 Construction of Sunset Neighborhood Park and
Fire Station 15
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Administration Division
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 224,354 235,033 219,582 242,423 249,863 215,471 230,409 ‐11.1% 6.9%
Personnel Benefits 62,020 68,614 71,055 76,531 76,531 89,211 95,832 16.6% 7.4%
Supplies 6,794 7,000 7,779 7,000 7,000 7,000 7,000 0.0% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 22,616 35,744 11,029 35,744 77,317 35,744 35,744 0.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 151,501 199,321 199,321 200,736 200,736 157,728 155,786 ‐21.4%‐1.2%
Transfer Out 12,773 0 0 0 51,337 0 0 N/A N/A
Operating Total 480,057 545,712 508,766 562,434 662,784 505,154 524,771 ‐10.2% 3.9%
CIP 10,842,887 3,671,000 17,634,056 5,635,000 22,217,179 6,554,775 9,922,237 16.3% 51.4%
Total 11,322,944 4,216,712 18,142,822 6,197,434 22,879,963 7,059,929 10,447,008 13.9% 48.0%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Administration Division
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 0.0% 0.0%
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Facilities Division
Mission
Develop and maintain City buildings and manage the delivery of building‐related services to the public and the City
workforce in a safe, customer‐focused manner.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Completed construction of the downtown and Highlands libraries
Remodeled the third floor Computer Training Room to accommodate 32 students
Created three new management offices in the Human Resources Department
Reconfigured cubicles in the Finance Department for state auditors use
Remodeled the majority of the fifth floor of the 200 Mill Building to accommodate a new tenant
Replaced the City Hall lobby door assembly with fully insulated glass and weather‐stripping
Relocated Public Works Mylar record drawings to storage at their shops complex
Remodeled the third floor of the 200 Mill Building into classrooms for the tenant
Completed design for the remodel of the City Hall Permit Area; remodel to be completed fall 2016
Remodeled two rooms in the City Hall first floor police area
Remodeled the Renton History Museum lobby and office area
Permitted and started construction of a new bathroom and kitchen improvements in the Community Services
shops; to be completed fall 2016
2017/2018 Goals
Develop and implement a business plan with performance measures for Facilities that increases business
performance by improving customer‐focus, delivery of services, operations, and functionality (space)
Plan, develop and implement a customer engagement process and program to increase customer knowledge of
and satisfaction with Facilities services by 10%
Develop and implement Service Level Agreements (SLA) for all major buildings
Coordinate and prepare a condition assessment of all facilities managed by the division to determine life‐cycle
analyses to establish a component replace plan and schedule
Develop and implement a building component replacement plan that provides a plan, schedule and cost of
replacing all major building components over the next ten (10) years
Develop and implement an energy plan and programs that would reduce the City’s energy costs by 15% annually
Improve energy efficiency through hiring an Energy Services Company (ESCO) to provide an energy audit and
implement energy and water efficiency projects
Complete the design and construction of Fire Station 15 by December 31, 2017 and under budget by 2%
Develop and implement a staff position progression/succession plan
Plan, procure and implement a work order system that provides monthly and annual reports
Develop and implement a preventative maintenance plan and program for all major City buildings that includes
major building equipment and systems
Plan, develop and establish a 5/10 year Facilities Master Plan that provides a roadmap for capital and maintenance
projects
Develop and implement workplace guidelines and standards handbook that incorporates best practices, space
designs, technology solutions and process improvement
Develop and implement mobility and technology initiatives to increase operational efficiency by 10%, reduce travel
time by 15% and increase workforce capacity by 10%
Manage all Capital Improvement Projects to deliver projects on or before project completion date and at or under
the budget
Complete update and repair projects in the Senior Activity Center’s banquet room and kitchen on time and under
budget
Continue involvement in the City Emergency Management Program developmentEvaluate and review a suitable
replacement for the Infor EAM software system
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Facilities Division
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 1,534,269 1,699,611 1,642,055 1,767,268 1,830,350 1,773,326 1,830,931 0.3% 3.2%
Part‐Time Salaries 74,390 77,836 75,607 77,836 77,836 77,836 77,836 0.0% 0.0%
Overtime 12,239 10,000 14,691 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 0.0% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 737,844 846,774 770,608 926,355 927,336 865,296 915,074 ‐6.6% 5.8%
Supplies 358,192 289,788 314,336 289,908 376,989 332,708 289,908 14.8%‐12.9%
Other Services and Charges 1,747,377 2,179,847 2,322,076 2,111,570 2,201,781 2,102,322 2,102,322 ‐0.4% 0.0%
Intergovernmental S e r v i c e s 5 0 30 5 8 80000 N / A N / A
Capital Outlay 486,575 0 478,071 0 526,662 0 0 N/A N/A
Debt Service 0 0 0 0 175,000 175,000 175,000 100.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 83,953 72,548 72,930 72,988 72,988 79,703 80,559 9.2% 1.1%
Total 5,035,343 5,176,404 5,690,960 5,255,925 6,198,942 5,416,191 5,481,630 3.0% 1.2%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Facilities
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Facilities 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 0.0% 0.0%
Leased City Properties 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 0.0% 0.0%
Total FTE 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 0.0% 0.0%
Intermittent F T E 2 . 2 02 . 0 52 . 2 22 . 0 52 . 0 52 . 0 52 . 0 50 . 0 %0 . 0 %
Temp/Intermit Pay & B en 91,404$ 85,321$ 92,521$ 85,321$ 85,321$ 85,321$ 85,321$ 0.0% 0.0%
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Parks and Golf Course Division‐Parks Maintenance Operations
Mission
Provide a safe, clean, attractive, accessible, and well‐maintained environment for the public’s enjoyment of active
and passive recreational opportunities.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Completed ‘element’ inventory of all Parks, to support Donation‐Memorial Policy
Reviewed the annual parking lot striping prioritization schedule
Completed new certifications revision to address Park staff efficiencies
Achieved an 80% good to excellent raging through Customer Satisfaction Surveys for cleanliness and appearance
in both developed Parks and Trails
Provided training for staff certification and licensing
Prioritized major field repairs to baseball outfields and soccer fields
Completed years two and three of Knotweed removal applications in partnership with King Conservation District
Provided interdepartmental support for ongoing activities and capital projects
Supported City‐wide events.
Partnered and assisted with the completion of the North Highlands Community Garden
2017/2018 Goals
Achieve an 80% good to excellent rating through Customer Satisfaction Surveys for cleanliness and appearance in
both developed Parks and Trails
Provide training and opportunities for staff certification and licensing
Prioritize and perform major field repairs to baseball outfields and soccer fields
Complete Knotweed removal applications in partnership with King Conservation District
Provide interdepartmental support for ongoing activities and capital projects such as the cleanup of homeless
encampments, irrigation maintenance at planting strips in the City, and stormwater maintenance at park facilities
Support City‐wide events such as Renton River Days, July 4 Celebration, and Arbor Day
Participate in the planning of landscaped areas in City development projects
Assume maintenance and operations responsibilities for the Cedar River Dog Park
Support the collaboration with King County and other city departments to incorporate the Black River Riparian
Forest Trail into the Lake to Sound Trail with King CountyExpand the Trail Ranger Program to include patrols at
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Park Maintenance
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 1,419,482 1,616,815 1,517,540 1,688,353 1,740,170 1,724,876 1,787,915 2.2% 3.7%
Part‐Time Salaries 285,379 290,682 243,398 290,682 290,682 290,682 290,682 0.0% 0.0%
Overtime 9,872 13,076 9,554 13,076 13,076 13,076 13,076 0.0% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 705,213 824,642 720,702 902,023 902,023 856,772 905,769 ‐5.0% 5.7%
Supplies 178,915 314,839 164,702 314,839 354,839 245,839 245,839 ‐21.9% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 534,147 604,997 591,547 608,189 643,189 768,439 712,189 26.3%‐7.3%
Intergovernmental Se rvi ce s 7920 9770000 N/A N/A
Capital Outlay 26,241 0 12,989 0 0 0 0 N/A N/A
Interfund Payments 910,139 1,109,703 1,129,974 1,173,448 1,173,448 1,191,574 1,101,253 1.5%‐7.6%
Transfer Out 0 20,000 20,000 0 0 0 0 N/A N/A
Total 4,070,181 4,794,754 4,411,383 4,990,610 5,117,427 5,091,258 5,056,723 2.0%‐0.7%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Park Maintenance
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018 Change Change
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 24.50 24.50 4.3% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 8.44 8.12 7.24 8.12 8.12 8.12 8.12 0.0% 0.0%
Temp/Intermit Pay & B en 351,108$ 337,847$ 301,328$ 337,847$ 337,847$ 337,847$ 337,847$ 0.0% 0.0%
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Parks and Golf Course Division – Maplewood Golf Course
Mission
Provide a safe, clean, attractive, accessible, and well‐maintained environment for the public’s enjoyment of active and
passive recreational opportunities along with natural resource and wildlife preservation and stewardship.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Completed the Golf Course inter‐fund loan of $1,875,000 that helped fund facility improvements
Completed carpet replacement in restaurant and bar areas
Achieved recertification as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary
Followed Best Management Practices to maintain a quality golf course
Achieved a 85% good to excellent Customer Satisfaction Survey rating for golf course conditions, value of driving
range and level of service in the pro shop
Provided training for staff certification and licensing
Created timely updates to website and lobby signage to include activities, projects, events, and promotions
Continued cross marketing with Concessionaire
Provided four Junior Golf camps each year
Completed major maintenance projects to provide a quality facility: replaced club house door mechanisms,
purchased rough mower, upgraded range hood in kitchen, and re‐striped parking lot
2017/2018 Goals
Achieve a minimum 85% good to excellent rating for Golf Course conditions, value of Driving Range and level of
service in the Pro Shop
Follow Best Management Practices to maintain a high‐quality golf course
Reorganize kitchen and patio area in River Rock Grill to expand floor space
Refurbish Golf Course monument sign at park entrance
Provide training for staff certifications and licensing
Provide timely updates to website and lobby signage to include activities, projects, events and promotions
Cross‐market with Concessionaire
Provide multiple Junior Golf Camps throughout each year
Implement major maintenance projects to provide a quality facility: update security camera system, repair and
replace worn netting panels, replace lamps in light stations and repair cart paths
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Golf Course
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 659,331 689,396 682,873 712,596 734,467 811,606 841,282 13.9% 3.7%
Part‐Time Salaries 256,286 294,941 249,068 294,941 294,941 294,941 294,941 0.0% 0.0%
Overtime 13 1,020 1,092 1,020 1,020 1,020 1,020 0.0% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 374,453 400,386 381,417 434,958 434,958 463,177 487,192 6.5% 5.2%
Supplies 325,202 323,333 315,086 324,333 324,333 326,333 328,333 0.6% 0.6%
Other Services and Charges 136,888 150,870 137,780 152,069 152,069 153,319 153,319 0.8% 0.0%
Intergovernmental Services 10,597 0 9,929 0 0 0 0 N/A N/A
Capital Outlay 0 75,000 0 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 0.0% 0.0%
Debt Service 402,286 400,660 400,661 0 0 0 0 N/A N/A
Interfund Payments 210,670 180,446 178,767 188,562 180,515 230,645 236,637 22.3% 2.6%
Transfer Out 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 0 205,278 ‐100.0% 100.0%
Operating Total 2,425,724 2,566,052 2,406,673 2,233,479 2,247,303 2,356,041 2,623,002 5.5% 11.3%
CIP 117,384 50,000 22,525 70,000 70,000 183,000 250,000 161.4% 36.6%
Total 2,543,108 2,616,052 2,429,199 2,303,479 2,317,303 2,539,041 2,873,002 10.2% 13.2%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Golf Course
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Administration 2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50 3.50 3.50 3.50 40.0% 0.0%
M a i n t e n a n c e 4 . 0 04 . 0 04 . 0 04 . 0 04 . 0 04 . 0 04 . 0 00 . 0 %0 . 0 %
Pro ‐Shop/Driving R a n g e 3 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 00 . 0 %0 . 0 %
Total FTE 9.50 9.50 9.50 9.50 10.50 10.50 10.50 10.5% 0.0%
Intermittent F T E 7 . 4 78 . 2 27 . 2 38 . 2 28 . 2 28 . 2 28 . 2 20 . 0 %0 . 0 %
Temp/Intermit Pa y & B e n 310,554$ 341,747$ 300,879$ 341,747$ 341,747$ 341,747$ 341,747$ 0.0% 0.0%
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Parks Planning and Natural Resources Division
Mission
Provide a comprehensive and interrelated system of parks, recreation, open spaces, and trails that respond to locally‐
based needs, values and conditions, provides an appealing and harmonious environment, and protects the integrity and
quality of the surrounding natural systems; create a sustainable and exemplary urban forest.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Installed new single span bridge, interpretive signage and habitat enhancement planting at Riverview Park.
Completed 90% design and construction documents for Phase I of the Sunset Neighborhood Park
Accepted the eighth Tree City USA certification and 6th year Growth Award
Initiated update to the Trails and Bicycle Master Plan with the Transportation Division
Completed Phase II development of the Meadow Crest Inclusive Playground
Administered parks major maintenance Capital Improvement Projects to maintain integrity of existing assets
including Coulon Park paver removal and replacement
Acquired two parcels and received one donated parcel along the May Creek Corridor, acquired the third and final
parcel for the future Sunset Neighborhood Park and acquired one parcel adjacent to Cascade Park as identified in
the adopted Parks, Recreation and Natural Areas Plan
Completed the 3‐year Inter‐local Agreement with the King Conservation District and 3‐year Partnership
Agreement with Forterra for knotweed control and habitat planting along the Cedar River
Finalized Inter‐local Agreement negotiations with King County for the Lake to Sound Trail
Maintained over 1,000 trees through contracted services and replaced 70 street trees to improve the urban
forest canopy
Successfully applied for $2.5 million in state and county grant funding to complete acquisition, planning and
development projects
2017/2018 Goals
Complete Phase I construction and Phase II design and construction for the Sunset Neighborhood Park
Complete Master Plan and design and construction documents to improve the Piazza Park
Complete master plan and construction documents, and install new playground/picnic area at Liberty Park for
with improved connections to the Downtown Library and the skate park
Complete Tree City USA recertification and Growth Award applications
Administer parks major maintenance Capital Improvement Projects to maintain integrity of existing assets
including replacing the pavers at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
Leverage and maximize city funding with state and county grant funding
Complete update to the Trails and Bicycle Master Plan with the Transportation Division
Complete update to the Parks, Recreation and Natural Areas Master Plan
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Parks Planning and Natural Resources
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 314,909 326,965 325,109 337,353 510,282 522,720 546,680 54.9% 4.6%
Personnel Benefits 108,508 119,073 112,815 131,734 225,165 197,023 211,765 49.6% 7.5%
Supplies 1,828 6,800 1,980 6,800 6,800 5,600 5,600 ‐17.6% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 214,555 269,248 292,439 294,871 486,971 368,648 367,398 25.0%‐0.3%
Interfund Payments 82,462 76,215 76,215 78,520 78,520 83,492 83,023 6.3%‐0.6%
Transfer O u t 4 7 8000000 N / A N / A
Total 722,739 798,301 808,558 849,278 1,307,738 1,177,483 1,214,466 38.6% 3.1%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Parks Planning and Natural Resources
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total F T E 3 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 03 . 0 05 . 0 05 . 0 05 . 0 0 6 6 . 7 %0 . 0 %
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Recreation Division
Mission
Promote and support a more livable community by providing opportunities for the public to participate in
diverse recreational, cultural, athletic, and aquatic programs and activities.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Collaborated with Valley Medical Hospital on the “My Health Map” project as a portal for the “I CANN” program
that will promote healthy activities for Renton residents
Completed all preparation materials and meetings for Information Technology to put forth the Request For
Proposal for the replacement registration software of CLASS
Expanded hours of operation of the Senior Center on Wednesday nights to accommodate working seniors with
weekday evening programming as identified as a need in the Senior Business Plan
Offered the Senior Recreation Guide “Golden Opportunities” in digital format with hyperlinks for quick program
access and registration
Offered a new after‐school meal program at the Highlands Neighborhood Center during its student drop‐in
program, resulting in doubling amount of participation in the program, and offering nutritious food via a non‐profit
partnership
Responded to the Senior Business Plan – Strategy C “to increase awareness about current offerings and
opportunities” by organizing the first “50+ Senior Resource Expo” to promote and educate the public on current
services and programs available to seniors
Collaborated in the installation, opening, ribbon cutting, and assignment of use of the Community Garden funded
by the CVS Pharmacy grant
2017/2018 Goals
Review the success and suggested changes for the 50+ Senior Resource Expo event from surveys taken by
attendees, participating vendors and staff, and implement assessed changes at next annual expo
Collaborate on the development of a sponsorship and marketing plan for Community Services Department with
the Communications, Parks, and Neighborhood Resources and Special Events division
Re‐assess the City’s Cost‐Recovery Model to assure appropriate programming and population segments programs
are being correctly subsidized by the City
Review all programming through a market analysis model that will ensure programs being offered align with the
City’s mission, vision and goals along with awareness of our market position for each area of programming
Reassess the division’s skills and interest of its employees by offering cross‐training, new programming and
assignment opportunities, in order to encourage and insure new approaches and employee engagement remain
high and a priority
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Recreation Services
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 1,137,090 1,252,520 1,259,809 1,307,449 1,347,576 1,343,237 1,377,490 2.7% 2.6%
Part‐Time Salaries 899,263 1,011,285 945,553 1,011,285 1,001,285 1,001,285 1,001,285 ‐1.0% 0.0%
Overtime 3,255 7,852 1,886 7,852 7,852 6,874 7,852 ‐12.5% 14.2%
Personnel Benefits 663,380 755,180 706,524 816,647 816,647 810,577 845,564 ‐0.7% 4.3%
Supplies 200,040 251,496 251,597 251,496 243,035 231,696 231,696 ‐7.9% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 517,586 225,665 217,580 225,665 255,465 255,465 255,465 13.2% 0.0%
Intergovernmental Se rvi ce s 8,3070 8,6080000 N/A N/A
Interfund Payments 1,394,943 1,696,925 1,696,925 1,718,555 1,718,555 2,025,321 1,904,896 17.9%‐5.9%
Total 4,823,865 5,200,923 5,088,483 5,338,949 5,390,415 5,674,455 5,624,248 6.3%‐0.9%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Recreation Services
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Recreation Services 6.84 6.84 6.84 6.84 6.84 6.84 6.84 0.0% 0.0%
Community Center 6.50 6.50 6.50 6.50 6.50 6.50 6.50 0.0% 0.0%
Senior Activity Center 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 0.0% 0.0%
Total FTE 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 16.34 0.0% 0.0%
Intermittent FTE 25.43 28.65 26.78 28.65 28.41 28.41 28.41 ‐0.8% 0.0%
Temp/Intermit Salaries and 1,057,973$ 1,191,833$ 1,114,158$ 1,191,833$ 1,181,833$ 1,181,833$ 1,181,833$ ‐0.8% 0.0%
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Human Services Division
Mission
In partnership with the community, help provide services, resources, and opportunities so that residents have food,
clothing, and shelter, are healthy and safe, and develop to their fullest capacity.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Completed the Human Services Strategic Plan, and the Funding Plan
Completed the housing and human services element of the comprehensive plan in collaboration with the
Community and Economic Development department
Continue to work with the Information Technology department on creating a new data‐base for the Housing
Repair Program, and on electronic signatures for contracts
Worked with the Community and Economic Development department to use Community Development Block
Grants to fund economic development projects. The first façade improvement loan was done
Updated the Renton Resource Guide
Completed the 2017/2018 contract funding application process, review, and recommendations for funds
Completed bi‐annual survey of contracted agencies for the regional funding application
Started a demonstration project with Habitat for Humanity and King County Housing Authority to rehabilitate the
siding on manufactured homes that are owned by low income older adults
Completed the Housing Repair client satisfaction survey
2017/2018 Goals
Continue to work with community organizations and others that serve the homeless on the One Night Count,
Coordinated Entry, Renton Ecumenical Association of Churches, and ARISE rotating shelter
Continue to implement the new Housing Repair Assistance Program client database software
Work with community partners, site and do a demonstration project for a Sobering Center either in Kent or Renton
Continue to work on the manufactured home siding replacement program with Habitat for Humanity
Continue to work with community partners, like Rotary and Club 21, on the repair or replacement of appliances for
low income residents
Continue the collaboration with other King County cities on aligning and improving common Human Services
processes and products (application forms, performance reports, contracts, and monitoring visits)
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Human Services/CDBG
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 328,377 349,113 350,400 364,016 388,642 374,387 385,391 2.8% 2.9%
Personnel Benefits 117,889 131,431 121,166 146,110 146,110 150,569 159,667 3.1% 6.0%
Supplies 15,581 15,650 14,679 15,650 15,650 15,650 15,650 0.0% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 606,511 621,943 657,749 613,155 622,943 645,943 645,943 5.3% 0.0%
Capital Outl a y 0000 23,00000 N/A N/A
Interfund Payments 76,440 81,841 81,841 73,675 73,675 93,367 95,101 26.7% 1.9%
Transfer Out 14,390000000 N/A N/A
Total 1,159,189 1,199,977 1,225,835 1,212,606 1,270,020 1,279,916 1,301,753 5.6% 1.7%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Human Services/CDBG
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Human Services 2.59 3.83 3.83 3.83 3.83 3.83 3.83 0.0% 0.0%
CDBG 1.74 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.0% 0.0%
Total FTE 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 4.33 0.0% 0.0%
Intermittent F T E 0 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 00 . 0 0N / AN / A
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 14$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ N/A N/A
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Neighborhoods, Resources and Events
Mission
Provide opportunities for individuals, groups, and businesses to partner with the City to facilitate funding and services that
support or improve the quality of our operations, and provide leadership and direction for large scale city‐wide events,
volunteers, and multi‐cultural programs in which citizen involvement celebrates community and enhances the quality of
life for Renton citizens.
2015/2016 Accomplishments:
Provided oversight and facilitation as needed for Renton Sister Cities Association major activities: a delegation visit
from Cuautla, Mexico, in March 2016, and a week‐long delegation trip to Nishiwaki, Japan, in April 2016
Assisted with department‐related responsibilities to support the City’s Emergency Management Annual Work Plan
and helped organize the annual training for department staff at the Emergency Operations Center
Directed planning and logistics for the annual 4th of July, Clam Lights, and Renton River Days Community Festival
(30th anniversary festival in 2015); expanded partnerships, organized new activities, implemented cost‐savings
strategies, and increased social media engagement
Expanded access for fresh, local produce by creating and implementing EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) token
program allowing those on food assistance to utilize SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits
to shop at the Renton Farmers Market
Incentivized EBT token program by implementing Fresh Bucks at the Renton Farmers Market, matching SNAP
benefits dollar‐for‐dollar up to $10 each market day
Managed 6,494 volunteers, in 2015, who contributed 43,952 hours of service for the city. The value of volunteer
service was $1,274,168.00
Obtained $22,215 in funds for the “Gift of Play” and provided 391 scholarships to families in need
Expanded the Neighborhood Grant program to include a Mini‐grant and Block Party grant categories
Held annual City Volunteer Appreciation Event with 300 volunteers in attendance
Partnered with King County Library System to sponsor 15 performances at our local parks
Acquired and started to implement a new database software to utilize and manage volunteers improving volunteer
use and efficiency
2017/2018 Goals:
Support the Renton Sister Cities Association with organizational structure and programming ideas which
diversify activities, increase relevancy, and strengthen community engagement
Support City Emergency Management initiatives and maintain requirements for FEMA
Evaluate and sustain 4th of July, Renton River Days and Holiday lights logistics and safety in collaboration with
City departments; maintain event appeal to both attendees and sponsors
Strengthen the City of Renton‐Renton River Days partnership with a written agreement of understanding which
reflects the intent of the collaboration, commitment by each party, and general resources provided
Continue outreach and communication which encourages and invites the participation of diverse populations
into events and activities
Strengthen and streamline Farmers Market systems and documentation as well as volunteer and vendor
recruitment
Continue outreach and communication which encourages and invites the participation of diverse populations
into events and activities through Neighborhoods, City Events and Programs
Identify areas of Renton that are not recognized neighborhood associations and work with those communities
that are underrepresented
Develop a Sponsorship Plan and Marketing materials to continue to increase private sponsorship funding and
donations to Community Service programs
Evaluate Special Event permitting process; enhance use of website, and internal/external communication
.
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Neighborhoods, Resources, and Events
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 406,051 467,792 450,576 491,637 506,725 481,297 500,326 ‐2.1% 4.0%
Part‐Time Salaries 18,601 20,206 26,663 20,206 34,646 20,206 20,206 0.0% 0.0%
O v e r t i m e 4 2 60 4 4 70000 N / A N / A
Personnel Benefits 133,291 194,064 149,302 212,478 215,743 207,715 219,778 ‐2.2% 5.8%
Supplies 28,778 46,387 40,915 46,337 60,437 40,777 40,777 ‐12.0% 0.0%
Other Services and Charges 176,985 155,034 169,849 154,634 168,991 160,644 160,644 3.9% 0.0%
Intergovernmental Services 3 50 2 50 50 50 50 0.0% 0.0%
Interfund Payments 96,581 120,870 120,870 124,529 124,529 130,719 133,453 5.0% 2.1%
Transfer O u t 1 4 , 5 0 7000000 N / A N / A
Total 875,223 1,004,403 958,624 1,049,871 1,111,121 1,041,408 1,075,235 ‐0.8% 3.2%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Neighborhoods, Resources, and Events
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 5.83 0.0% 0.0%
Intermittent F T E 0 . 5 30 . 5 60 . 7 30 . 5 60 . 9 80 . 5 60 . 5 60 . 0 %0 . 0 %
Te mp/Intermit Pay & Ben 21,928$ 23,138$ 30,223$ 23,138$ 40,843$ 23,138$ 23,138$ 0.0% 0.0%
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Renton History Museum
Mission Statement
The Renton History Museum is the City’s only organization dedicated to the preservation, documentation, and education
about the City’s heritage in ways that are accessible to diverse people of all ages. With the support of the Renton Historical
Society, the Museum cares for a collection of over 90,000 objects and over 16,000 historic photos. The Museum also
provides changing and permanent exhibits, classroom curricula, programs, publications, and research assistance for those
interested in local history.
2015/2016 Accomplishments
Named “Best Nonprofit” in a 2016 Renton Reporter readers’ poll
Completed the renovation of the Museum lobby (and office area) to create a safer, more welcoming, and more
educational introduction to Renton’s heritage
Enhanced the Museum’s visibility by creating a new logo, brand, and identity consistent with the Museum Master
Plan
Researched, organized, and mounted five temporary exhibits on topics that included early medicine in Renton, the
history of pets in Renton, and a rare collection of photographs of Renton in 1909
Cooperated in several projects enhancing Downtown Renton, including: a storefront exhibit by our teen advisory
council, the RenTeens; a utility wrap using historic photos; and the successful listing of the Cortona Building on the
National Register of Historic Places
Completed projects in partnership with the Renton Municipal Arts Commission, Renton Technical College, and the
Department of Community and Economic Development
Conducted a membership drive to enhance support for the Museum
Wrote successful grant applications for $48,500
2017/2018 Goals
Revise the Renton Historical Society strategic plan, incorporating recommendations of a recent Community
Engagement Museum Assessment
Develop a values statement to guide the museum’s work with external partners
Revitalize the Museum’s volunteer program, including the RenTeens and Board of Trustees
Continue robust and engaging calendar of events associated with exhibits
Obtain complete new track lighting system for galleries
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Expenditure Budget by Category ‐ Museum
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Actual Orig Bdgt Actual Orig Bdgt YE Estimate Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Regular Salaries 81,290 84,970 85,002 88,050 90,752 89,550 91,733 1.7% 2.4%
Part‐Time Salaries 11,077 15,821 16,114 15,821 15,821 15,821 15,821 0.0% 0.0%
Personnel Benefits 24,108 27,277 26,284 30,193 30,193 29,014 30,656 ‐3.9% 5.7%
Interfund Payments 97,816 99,693 99,693 101,217 101,217 101,890 103,340 0.7% 1.4%
Total 214,291 227,761 227,094 235,281 237,983 236,275 241,550 0.4% 2.2%
Staffing Levels (Full‐Time Equivalent Employees ‐ FTE) ‐ Museum
2 0 1 42 0 1 52 0 1 52 0 1 62 0 1 62 0 1 72 0 1 8 C h a n g e C h a n g e
Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed 2016‐2017 2017‐2018
Total FTE 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.0% 0.0%
Intermittent F T E 0 . 3 10 . 4 40 . 4 60 . 4 40 . 4 40 . 4 40 . 4 40 . 0 %0 . 0 %
Temp/Intermit Pay & Ben 13,044$ 18,496$ 18,949$ 18,496$ 18,496$ 18,496$ 18,496$ 0.0% 0.0%
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Community Services Position Listing (1 of 3)
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018
Grade Title Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed
Administration Division
M49 Community Services Administrator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
N14 Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Total Administration Division 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Facilities Division
Facilities
M38 Facilities Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
M28 Facilities Manager 1.00 1.00 2.00 1.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
A25 Facilities Coordinator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A21 Facilities Supervisor 1.00 1.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A19 HVAC Systems Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A19 Electrical Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A17 Custodial Services Supervisor 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
A15 Facilities Technician II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A13 Facilities Technician I 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
A09 Administrative Secretary I 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A07 Maintenance Custodian 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
A04 Lead Custodian 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A01 Custodian 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00
Total Facilities Division 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50
Leased City Properties
A13 Facilities Technician I 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
A01 Custodian 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Total Leased City Properties 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
Total Facilities Division 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00
Parks and Golf Course Division
Parks
M38 Parks and Golf Course Director 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
M28 Parks Maintenance Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A21 Park Maintenance Supervisor 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
A16 Lead Park Maintenance Worker 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
A12 Park Maintenance Worker III 16.00 16.00 16.00 16.00 14.00 14.00 14.00
A09 Administrative Secretary I 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A08 Park Maintenance Worker II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
A04 Park Maintenance Worker I 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 2.00 2.00
Total Parks 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 23.50 24.50 24.50
Golf Course
Golf Course Administration
M38 Parks and Golf Course Director 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
M28 Golf Co urse Manager 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A09 Golf Course Operations Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A07 Maintenance Custodian 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Total Golf Administration 2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50 3.50 3.50 3.50
Golf Course Maintenance
M22 Golf Course Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A16 Lead Golf Course Maintenance Worker 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A15 Grounds Equipment Mechanic 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A12 Golf Course Maintenance Worker III 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Total Golf Maintenance 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
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Community Services Position Listing (2 of 3)
2014 2015 2015 2016 2016 2017 2018
Grade Title Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Orig Bdgt Authorized Proposed Proposed
Pro‐Shop/Driving Range
M22 Golf Professional 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
N11 Assistant Golf Professional 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
A04 Pro Shop Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Total Pro‐Shop/Driving Range 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Total