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CITY OF RENTON
MINUTES - City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM - Monday, March 2, 2020
Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall — 1055 S. Grady Way
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pavone called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order at 7:00 PM and led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Councilmembers Absent:
Ruth Perez, Council President
Randy Corman, Council Position No. 1
Angelina Benedetti, Council Position No. 2
Valerie O'Halloran, Council Position No. 3
Ryan Mclrvin, Council Position No. 4
Ed Prince, Council Position No. 5
Kim-Khanh Van, Council Position No. 7
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PRESENT
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Ellen Bradley-Mak, Human Resources and Risk Management Administrator
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Jason Seth, City Clerk
Preeti Shridhar, Deputy Public Affairs Administrator
Ron Straka, Utility Systems Director
Jennifer Henning, Planning Director
Mindi Mattson, Emergency Management Coordinator
Chief Ed VanValey, Police Department Administrator
Commander Jeff Hardin, Police Department
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
Human Resources and Risk Management Administrator Ellen Bradley-Mak reviewed a written
administrative report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2020 and beyond. Items noted were:
The Renton Senior Talent Showcase (formerly Senior Revue) is looking for singers,
dancers, and entertainers age 50+to share their talents with the community! Those
interested should plan to attend a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, March 11 at
10 a.m. in the Renton Senior Activity Center Auditorium. Call 425-430-6633 for more
information.There will be two performances of the 2020 Senior Talent Showcase:
Thursday, May 7 at 1 p.m. and Friday, May 8 at 7 p.m. Both performances will be held
at Carco Theatre.
Connect and learn from experts in gardening, beekeeping, food, animals, and the
environment at the annual SubUrban Farm and Garden Expo.Join us on Saturday,
March 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Highlands Neighborhood Center. Bring
plants and seeds to share at the Plant n'Seed swap, plus learn how to compost,
recycle, and prevent waste. Contact Carrie Olson at 425-430-7214 for more
information.
Less than three weeks until 2020 Census invitations are mailed to your home! Since
1790, the constitution has mandated every person in the United States is counted
every 10 years.The census provides more than $675 billion in federal funds to
support housing, education, transportation, employment, health care, and public
policy.The census captures basic information such as name, age, sex, Hispanic origin,
race and ethnicity, relationship of household members, and homeownership status.
Federal law protects your census responses;your responses can only be used to
produce statistics. We ask everyone to take part and return their census form
because Renton Counts!
Additionally, Mayor Pavone invited Emergency Management Coordinator Mindi Mattson to
the podium to update Council on the City's efforts regarding the Coronavirus. Ms. Mattson
stated that at least five persons had succumbed to the virus in King County, and another 231
persons were being evaluated by medical professionals at this time. She emphasized that this
virus is most impactful on seniors and persons with chronic health issues. Ms. Mattson also
remarked that officials from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) are in Washington State
assisting state and county public health officials. Ms. Mattson stated that the City is updating
its Continuity of Operations (COOP) plan, and is coordinating with the Renton Regional Fire
Authority. Concluding, she remarked that people should wash their hands, avoid touching
their faces, cover their mouths and noses when coughing, and most importantly should stay
home if exhibiting signs of illness.
AUDIENCE COMMENTS
Inez Petersen, Enumclaw, stated she was speaking on behalf of her client Jeff Colee.
She explained Mr. Colee's code compliance issues, and asked that the City refund a
1,200 fee he paid while attempting to correct his code issues.
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Carl Kiminky, Renton,voiced concern about the loud noise emanating from cars
racing on the East Valley Highway. He noted that he lives on the hillside above the
road, and urged Council to do something because it interrupts his sleep. Mayor
Pavone asked Mr. Kiminky to speak to the Police Chief who was in attendance.
Diane Paholke, Renton, expressed appreciation regarding the City's efforts to get the
Renton Municipal Airport re-designated by the Federal Aviation Administration. She
asked for clarification regarding those efforts. Councilmember Carman explained that
the City's intent was to work with outside counsel to determine what could be done
to get the airport designation changed, and then pursue that avenue if appropriate.
Mayor Pavone further clarified that the City must abide by the current designation,
but is in the process of finding options to lessen the impacts of the designation
change. He emphasized that the City understands the recent designation change has
severe impacts on airport tenants and the Renton community.
Jason Collins, Renton,spoke about homelessness, affordable housing, and related
issues.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed on the Consent Agenda were adopted with one motion,following the listing.
a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of February 24, 2020. Council Concur.
b) AB -2583 Community& Economic Development Department recommended executing the
E2SHB1923 Grant with the Washington State Department of Commerce, Growth
Management Services, to accept$100,000 in grant funds to be utilized to address the Renton
community's critical housing needs. Refer to Finance Committee.
c) AB-2601 Community& Economic Development Department recommended setting a public
hearing on March 16, 2020 to consider executing two Temporary Construction Easements, an
Access Road Easement, and a Quit Claim Deed with the Washington State Department of
Transportation,for a total amount of$18,100 in compensation to the City, for right-of-way
acquisition near the 1-405 and Southport interchange as part of the I-405 Renton to Bellevue
Widening and Express Toll Lanes project. Refer to Transportation (Aviation)Committee; Set
Public Hearing on 3/16/2020.
d) AB-2600 Municipal Court recommended hiring two Judicial Specialist II candidates at Salary
Grade a12 Step E, and one Judicial Specialist I candidate at Salary Grade a08 Step D. Council
Concur.
e) AB-2599 Utility Systems Division recommended executing a grant agreement with King
County Flood Control Zone District to accept up to $499,658 for the Lower Cedar River Flood
Risk Reduction Feasibility Study project. Refer to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY PEREZ,SECONDED BY CORMAN,COUNCIL CONCUR TO APPROVE THE
CONSENT AGENDA,AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a) Finance Committee Chair Prince presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Local Agency Agreement Supplement No. 1 to
CAG-15-006 with the Washington State Department of Transportation for the obligation of grant
funding and all subsequent agreements necessary to accomplish the Rainier Avenue South
Corridor Improvements Phase 4 Project.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY VAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
b) Finance Committee Chair Prince presented a report concurring in the staff recommendation to:
1) approve the General Fund & Density Fee Affordable Rental Housing Agreement with Renton
Housing Authority for the Sunset Oaks Apartments; and (2) authorize the Mayor to execute said
agreement in substantially the same form.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
LEGISLATION
Resolution:
a) Resolution No. 4400: A resolution was read proclaiming an emergency (regarding the
January 2020 storm event)
MOVED BY PEREZ, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
READ. CARRIED.
Ordinances for second and final reading:
b) Ordinance No. 5963: An ordinance was read amending Subsections 4-2-060.M, 4-2-080.A.29,
4-4-110.A, 4-4-110.B,4-4-110.C, and 4-4-110.D.3.B.iii, and Section 4-1-190 of the Renton
Municipal Code, by classifying bulk storage in the Zoning Use Table, permitting bulk storage in
industrial zones, providing for minimum separation distances from residential zoning
designations, simplifying storage facilities, bulk in Section 4-4-110, adding bulk storage to the
definitions of"Storage, Indoor," "Storage, Outdoor," "Storage, Self-Service," and "Storage,
Vehicle" in Section 4-11-190, providing for severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS READ. ROLL CALL:ALL AYES. CARRIED.
c) Ordinance No. 5964: An ordinance was read amending Subsection 4-3-100.B.1.B of the
Renton Municipal Code, by revising design district applicability regulations in the City's urban
design districts 'B' and 'D,' providing for severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
d) Ordinance No. 5965:An ordinance was read amending Subsections 4-1-045.G.3, 4-1-045.G.4,
4-2-120.A, 4-2-120.B, 4-2-120.C, 4-2-130.A, and 4-2-130.B, and Section 4-9-030 of the Renton
Municipal Code, revising Conditional Use Permit criteria, adding new Subsections 4-9-030.F
and 4-9-030.G regarding decision criteria for height increases and density increases, providing
for severability, and establishing an effective date.
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MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED.
e) Ordinance No. 5966: An ordinance was read amending Subsection 4-2-115.E.2 of the Renton
Municipal Code, amending residential standards for common open space, providing for
severability, and establishing an effective date.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE
AS READ. ROLL CALL:ALL AYES. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Please see the attached Council Committee Meeting Calendar.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL REFER THE ISSUE OF
SOURCING ELECTRICITY FROM RENEWABLE SOURCES FOR CITY FACILITIES TO THE
UTILITIES COMMITTEE. CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION &ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY PEREZ, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR
APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL LITIGATION (RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)),
WITH NO ACTION TO BE TAKEN AND THAT THE COUNCIL MEETING BE ADJOURNED WHEN
THE EXECUTIVE SESSION WAS ADJOURNED. CARRIED. TIME: 7:38 P.M.
Council President Perez announced an additional 16 minutes was needed. Executive Session
was conducted and no action was taken. The Council meeting adjourned when the Executive
Session adjourned. Time: 8:09 P.M.
Jas A. Seth, C, City Clerk
Jason Seth, Recorder
02 Mar 2020
March 2, 2020 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Committee Meeting Calendar
March 2, 2020
March 9, 2020
Monday
NO MEETINGS COUNCIL HOLIDAY
March 16, 2020
Monday
3:00 PM Finance Committee, Chair Prince - Council Conference Room
1 . Housing Action Plan Grant Agreement
2. Vouchers
3. Emerging Issues in Finance
4:00 PM Planning & Development Committee, Chair Corman - Council Conference Room
1 . 2020 CED Work Program
2. Docket #14
3. Emerging Issues in CED
4:30 PM Utilities Committee, Chair O'Halloran - Council Conference Room
1 . Lower Cedar River Flood Risk Reduction Study
2. Emerging Issues in Utilities
5:00 PM Transportation Committee, Chair Mclrvin - Council Conference Room
1 . WSDOT Acquisitions for 1-405 & Southport Interchanges Rights of Way
2. 2021 -26 TIP Project List Review
3. Emerging Issues in Transportation (Airport and Wells/Williams Closures)
5:30 PM Committee of the Whole, Chair Perez - Conferencing Center
1 . Sound Transit Strategic Plan
2. Emerging Issues