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KENT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 7, 1995
Council Chambers
7:00 p.m.
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MAYOR: Jim White COUNCILMEMBERS: Judy Woods, President
Jim Bennett Tim Clark Christi Houser
Jon Johnson Paul Mann Leona Orr
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
1. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. 1995 Community Arts Grant Awards
B. Introduction of Mayor's Appointees
C. Employee of the Month
D. Regional Justice Center Update
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Street Vacation-Russell Road Between S.228th Street and James Street-STV-95-1
B. Beck Annexation AN-94-4-Hearing and Ordinance
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of Minutes
B. Approval of Bills
C. Green River Valley International Trade Program-Service Agreement
D. Salaried Judge Position-Budget Change
E. Inspection Agreement with King County
F. City Council Excused Absence
G. West Titus Street Vacation-Set Hearing Date-Resolution
H. Drainage Utility Rates-Set Hearing Date
I. Charge in Lieu of Assessment- 116th Avenue Water Main
J. Frager Road Guardrail-Agreement
K. Julie's Addition Final Plat FSU-94-7-Set Meeting Date
L. Planning Commission Appointments
M. Arts Commission Appointments
N. LID 346-S.212th Street-Set Hearing Date
O. Lindental, Phase II-Bill of Sale
P. Wheelchair Ramps, Phase II-Accept as Complete
Q. James Street/212th Street Water Main Replacements and 212th Street Storm Sewer
Replacement-Accept as Complete
R. S.212th Street Rebuild-Accept as Complete
S. Downtown Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase I-Accept as Complete
T. Draft Comprehensive Plan CPA-94-1 -Referral
U. Interlocal Agreement for Proposed Annexation Areas
4. OTHER BUSINESS
A. MCI Metro Franchise-Introduction and First Reading
B. Initiative Petition 101 -Juvenile Safety and Family Reconciliation Ordinance (Curfew) I
5. BIDS
None
6. CONTINUED COMMUNICATIONS
EXECUTIVE SESSION -a) Labor Negotiations
b) Property Acquisition
7. REPORTS
8. ADJOURNMENT
NOTE: A copy of the full agenda packet is available for perusal in the City Clerk's Office and the Kent Library.
An explanation of the agenda format is given on the back of this page.
Any person requiring a disability accommodation should contact the City in advance for more information. For TDD relay
service call 1-800-635-9993 or the City of Kent(206)854-6587.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Citizens wishing to address the Council will, at this time,
make known the subject of interest, so all may be properly
heard.
A) 1995 Community Arts Grant Awards
B) Introduction of Mayor's Appointees
C) Employee of the Month
E) Regional Justice Center Update
Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 , 1995
Category Public Hearings
1. SUBJECT: STREET VACATION - RUSSELL ROAD BETWEEN S. 228TH
STREET AND JAMES STREET (STV-95-1)
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: This public hearing has been set to
consider an application by the University Savings Bank to
vacate a portion of Russell Road between S. 228th Street and
James Street, as referenced in Resolution No. 1414 and as shown
on the accompanying map and discussed in the staff report.
3 . EXHIBITS: Staff report, maps, application and resolution
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Planning Director
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO y YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS*
OPEN HEARING: e
PUBLIC INPUT• LIE
CLOSE HEARING: If
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember &1/1/ moves, Councilmember seconds
to approve/ the Planning Department's recom-
mendation of approval with conditions of an application to
vacate a portion of Russell Road between S. 228th Street and
James Street (STV-95-1) and to direct the City Attorney to
prepare the necessary ordinance upon receipt of compensation
and retainment of the utility easement.
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 2A
CITY OF J r%\ LS
CITY OF KENT
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
(206) 859-3390
MEMORANDUM
February 1 , 1995
MEMO TO: MAYOR JIM WHITE AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: JAMES P. HARRIS, PLANNING DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION ON AN APPLICATION TO
VACATE A PORTION OF RUSSELL ROAD BETWEEN S. 228TH
STREET AND JAMES STREET - #STV-95-1
RECOMMENDATION: Approval with Conditions
I. Name of Applicant
University Savings Bank
6400 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle WA 98115
II. Reason for Requesting Vacation
The applicant states that the, "Vacation is being sought pursuant to Condition
B.2 of City of Kent Short Plat Resolution SPC-93-14 The Lakes Division 3
recorded in King County Number 9405041000."
The short plat condition states that, "No Building Permits shall be granted for
lot 3 until Russell Road is vacated for the entire lot frontage thereon and Lot 3
is incorporated into a development involving the property lying westerly of
Russell Road."
The applicant also states that, "This portion of road was deeded to the City of
Kent in the short plat process with the intent that it be conveyed back to the
Grantor upon completion of the alternate access which is now complete."
III. Staff Recommendation
After reviewing comments from the following departments and agencies:
. Public Works
. Fire
. Police
. Puget Power
. METRO
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February 1 , 1995
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and conducting our own review, the Planning Department recommends that the
request to vacate a portion of Russell Road Lying between South 228th Street
and James Street, as mentioned in Resolution 1414 and shown on the
accompanying map, be APPROVED with the following conditions:
1 . The City shall retain utility easements over, upon and under the property
to be vacated along with rights to grant such utility easements to other
public and/or private utility companies.
2. The City shall be compensated in accordance with City ordinance for
said vacated property based on current fair market value thereof.
The Public Works Department recommends that the funds received for the
vacated right-of-way be deposited in the City's Sidewalk Construction Fund
rather than in the Street operating Fund.
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STREET AND/011 ALLEY VACATION APPLICATION AIM PETITION .
Dear Mayor and Kent City Council : CC'TTyCCLERKr
We, the undersigned abuttinlj property ormers, hereby respectfully request that
certain Russell Road hereby be vacated. (General Location)
Legal Description - ,See Attached Exhibit "All
Vacation is being sought pursuant to Condition B.2 of City of Kent
Short Plat Resolution SPC-93-14 The Lakes Division 3 recorded in
Kirlg County Recording Number 9405041000.
"No Building Permits shall be granted for Lot 3 until Russell Road
is vacated for the entire lot frontage thereon and Lot 3 is incorporated
into a development involving the property lying westerly of Russell
Road.
Note. This portion of road was deeded to the City of Kent in .the
short plat process with the intent that it be conveyed back to the
Grantor upon .completion of the alternate access which is now complete.
Sufficient proof, copy of deed contract etc. supported by King County
Tax Rolls shall be submitted for verification of signatures. Without
these a "CURRENT" title report shall be required. When Corporations ,
Partnerships etc. are being signed for, then proof of individual 's
authority to sign for same shall also be submitted.
Attach a color coded map of a scale of not less than 1" = 200' of the area
sought for vacation. (IJOTE) Hap must correspond wiith legal description.
ABUTTING PROPERTY OWIIERS TAX LOT 9
SIGNATURES AND ADDRESSES LOT, DLOCK 8 PLAT/SEC. TWIT. RG
Abutting property owner is same as applicant.
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5150.00 Fee Paid 11•easurer's Receipt No.
Appraisal fee Paid Treasurer's Receipt Ilo.
Land Value Paid Treasurer' s Receipt No. -
Deed Accepted Date
Trade Accepted Oate
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DODDS ENGINEERS, INC. CITY CLERK
BELLEVUE, WA
Project No. 94133I78139
November 15, 1994
PROPOSED ROAD VACATION
All that portion of 53rd Avenue South (a.k.a. Russell Road) in the David A. Neely
Donation Land Claim No. 37, King County, Washington, described as follows:
BEGINNING at the most southerly corner of Lot 3, City of Kent Short Plat No. SPC 93-
14, as recorded under King County Recording No. 9405041000: thence NO2°03'30"E,
along the west line of said Lot 3, a distance of 239.31 feel to a point on the southwest
right of way line of Lakeside Boulevard West, said point being on a 330.00 foot radius,
circular curve to the right, from which point, the center of said curve bears
N56°57'41"E; thence northwesterly, along said curve, through a central angle of
35°05'49", an arc distance of 202.14 feet to a point of tangency with the west right of
way line of 53rd Avenue South; thence S02°03'30"W, along said right of way line,
437.78 feet to the beginning of a 210.37 foot radius, circular curve to the left, from
which point, the center of said curve bears NO2°03'30"E, thence easterly, along said
curve, through a central angle of 16034'17", an arc distance of 60.84 feet to the most
southerly corner of aforesaid Lot 3 and the POINT OF BEGINNING of the herein
described tract.
Containing approximately 18354 square feet or 0.4214 acres, more or less.
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RESOLUTION NO. l q j
A RESOLUTION of the City of Kent, Washington, regarding
the vacation of a portion of Russell Road between S. 228th St. and
James St. in the City of Kent, and setting the public hearing on the
proposed street vacation for February 7, 1995.
WHEREAS, a petition has been filed by University Savings Bank to vacate a portion
of Russell Road between S. 228th St. and James St. in the City of Kent, King County, Washington;
and
WHEREAS, University Savings Bank is the owner of at least two-thirds of the property
abutting that portion of Russell Road that is now being sought to be vacated; and
WHEREAS, the petition is in all respects proper. NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT, WASHINGTON DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. A public hearing on the street vacation petition submitted by University
Savings Bank shall be held at a regular meeting of the Kent City Council at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday,
Febniary 7, 1995, in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 220 4th Avenue South, Kent,
Washington, 98032.
Section 2. The City Clerk shall give proper notice of the hearing and cause the notice
to be posted as provided by law.
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Section 3. The Planning director shall obtain the necessary approval or rejection or
other information from the Public Works Department and other appropriate departments and shall
transmit information to the Council so that the Council may consider the matter at its regularly
scheduled meeting on February 7, 1995.
assed at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington this
day of , 1994.
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Concurred in by the Mayor of the City of Kent, this day of /aC-- , 1994.
WHITE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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BRENDA JACOBER, CIT CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ROGER A. LUI30 ICI-I, CITY ATTORNEY
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. Z L
passed by the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington, the l3 day of Z�CC— , 1994.
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 , 1995
Category Public Hearings
1. SUBJECT: BECK ANNEXATION(AN-94-4) - HEARING AND ORDINANCE
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: This date has been set for the public
hearing on the final Council action necessary for completion of
the Beck Annexation (AN-94-4) . The City Council accepted the
60% petition on October 4, 1994 and filed the Notice of Intent
document for review and approval by the Washington State
Boundary Review Board (BRB) for King County. The BRB notified
the City that the notice is approved as of January 13 , 1995.
This annexation is approximately 200 acres and is located north
of James Street and lies astride of 95th Avenue South (approxi-
mately 1250 feet east of 94th and 600 feet west of 94th)
extending northerly to approximately South 222nd Street. The
proposed ordinance would annex this area.
3 . EXHIBITS: Staff report, vicinity map, Notice of Intention to
Commence
4 . RECOMMENDED BY: Staff
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO__Z_ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
OPEN HEARING:
PUBLIC INPUT:
CLOSE HEARING:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember n1_moves, Councilmember seconds
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to adopt Ordinance No. 2�1 () annexing certain contiguous lands
commonly known as the Beck Annexation (AN-94-4) .
DISCUSSION: �Y
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Council Agenda
Item No. 2B
CITY OF
CITY OF KENT
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
(206) 859-3390
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MEMORANDUM
February 1 , 1995
MEMO TO: MAYOR JIM WHITE AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: JAMES P. HARRIS, PLANNING DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: BECK ANNEXATION AN-94-4. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER
ANNEXING THE BECK AREA TO KENT.
MEETING DATE: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 1995 IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS WEST
AT KENT CITY HALL, 220 S. FOURTH STREET, KENT, WA
I. Background
On September 6, 1994 the City Council accepted the 10 percent annexation
petition for the Beck area and authorized the circulation of the 60 percent
petition.
On October 4, 1994 the Council noted that the City was in possession of
signed "no-protest" annexation agreements equaling more than 60 percent of
the assessed valuation of the proposed Beck annexation area. The Council
found, that because these no-protest agreements are equivalent to actual
signatures on an annexation petition, it was appropriate for the Council to
accept the no-protest agreements as the equivalent of a valid petition and to
direct the staff to file a Notice of Intent with the King County Boundary Review
Board.
The staff did file the Notice of Intent on November 29, 1994. Having not
received a request for review, the Boundary Review Board sent the City a
closing letter stating that, "this notice is hereby deemed approved as of
January 13, 1995."
II. Location
The proposed annexation is located north of James Street and lies astride of
94th Avenue South ( approximately 1250 feet east of 94th and 600 feet west
of 94th) extending northerly to approximately South 222nd Street.
BECK ANNEXATION #AN-94-4
February 1 , 1995
Page 2
III. Size of Proposed Annexation
The proposed annexation is approximately 200 acres.
IV. Background Information
This proposed annexation lies southerly of the recently annexed Jones/Hobbs
and Everson areas.
There are approximately 173 dwellings and approximately 187 lots in the
annexation area.
The estimated population for the Beck annexation is 487 persons (Washington
State estimates that there are 2.8175 persons per single family dwelling in
Kent; the Beck dwellings are all single family)•
V. County Comprehensive Plan and Zoning
The County's recently adopted Growth Management Plan designates the Beck
Annexation area as Urban Residential with 4 to 12 dwelling units per acre.
The County's zoning for the annexation area is R-6, Residential with 6 dwelling
units per acre.
VI. Kent's East Hill Plan and Zoning
Kent's East Hill Plan covers this area and anticipates development of 4 to 6
dwelling units per acre. The Planning Commission's recommendation to the
City Council for Kent's Growth Management Plan designates this area as SF 1-
8, 1 to 8 dwelling units per acre.
Kent's zoning for the area easterly and southerly of the proposed annexation
is R-1-9.6 (one dwelling unit per 9,600 square feet) and R-1-7.2 (one dwelling
unit per 7,200 square feet). The Beck annexation will have an interim zoning
of R1-20 (one dwelling unit per 20,000 square feet) upon annexation; final
zoning will be applied within 6 months of annexation.
BECK ANNEXATION #AN-94-4
February 1 , 1995
Page 3
VII. Impacts to City Operations
All City departments were contacted concerning this proposed annexation. The
Fire Department states that, "Currently the area is served by King County Fire
District #37 through the Kent Fire Department. Overall the department
continues to experience a significant number of calls for service.
While smaller annexations may not bring immediately noticeable changes, a
more dense development of these areas will most certainly place added
demands on the emergency service system. The immediate impact of this
annexation is on the shifting of the related revenue and the responsibility for
funding this areas current level of service from the Fire District to the City.
As the land becomes more developed, the effects of small annexations, such
as this, along with other increased development throughout the City will
necessitate adding staff to maintain current service levels."
The Public Works Department makes the following comments:
Sanitary Sewer Service
The area is presently within the City's sewer franchise area. The City's
sewer system services only a portion of the entire area. Much of the
area is on septic tank systems. Because the City already serves the
area, the Beck annexation will have no impact on the City's sewer
system.
Water Service
The bulk of the area is presently served by the City's water system.
Only the area in the northeast corner of the annexation which abuts
222nd Street and 100th Avenue SE (approximately 20 acres) is served
by the Soos Creek Sewer and Water District. Because the bulk of the
area is already served by the City and the District will continue to serve
the area mentioned above, there will be no impact on the City's water
system. However, upon annexing the City's inside water rate will apply,
and since this rate is 22% less than the outside rate, a slight revenue
loss will occur.
BECK ANNEXATION #AN-94-4
February 1 , 1995
Page 4
Drainage Service
Once annexed, the area will be subject to the City's drainage utility
service charges. This will result in additional City drainage revenue.
Much of the drainage system consists of roadside ditches. Some of it
is in fair condition and some of it does not drain to any visual outlet.
There are also two new detention systems which are in good shape and
over a mile of pipe system which, while not to our standards, is
acceptable. Overall, it is anticipated that the ongoing maintenance and
operation costs will be approximately $2,500 per year. The annexation
will bring the South Fork and the Benson Fork of Upper Garrison Creek
into the City's jurisdiction. While this will enable the City to better
manage these assets, there will most likely be some associated costs
and liabilities.
Garbage Service
The area is served by Meridian Disposal which is a Rebanco company.
Under state law, Meridian will continue to service the area for 5 years.
The City's spring and fall cleanup services will be available and since
there has been no additional costs for the same service in other areas
annexed to the City, it is expected that there will be no additional costs
here. Recycling and yard waste is subject to the same 5 year provision
as is garbage service. Therefore, there should be no immediate cost to
the City.
Street and Traffic Pedestrian Service
Annexing the area means accepting one mile of 2 lane asphalt paved
street and approximately 0.64 miles of fully improved street. Although
all streets are in good shape, there is about $5,600 of immediate needs
related to shoulder work, vegetation control and pavement
marking/traffic signs. Annual street maintenance costs, including street
sweeping, are estimated to be $6,900 with overlay costs in 7 to 10
years estimated to be $103,000.
Other areas of possible financial impacts relate to the City's
neighborhood traffic control program, street lighting requests and road
widening of 94th Avenue for pedestrian (school children) travel.
BECK ANNEXATION #AN-94-4
February 1 , 1995
Page 5
The Police Department estimates that their costs in the Beck Annexation area
will be in the range of $127,019. The Department also states that they do not
anticipate above average calls for service and that they can absorb this
particular annexation into their existing beat plans.
VIII.Financial Information
The assessed valuation in the Beck annexation area is $32,885,149 (1994
valuation).
The total estimated revenue from the annexation area is estimated to be
$150,017.
The total estimated expenditures for all City services in the annexation area is
$195,536.
The net impact of service costs versus revenue is a loss of $45,519.
IX. Estimated Property Taxes
Home Value Kent Property Tax King County Property Tax
$200,000 $2,998.55 $3,037.78
$350,000 $5,247.46 $5,316.12
X. City Annexation Policies
In 1987 the City Council adopted policies that deal with annexations
(Resolution 1150). A review of those policies indicates that the Beck
annexation satisfies their intent.
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A�IL TO:
City of Kent
Property Management
220 4th Avenue S
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Attn: Carol Storm -
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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO COMMENR " D
ANNEXATION PROCEEDINGS LLLLLLJJJJJJ LLLLLL111III JUL 1 9 1994
CITY OF KENT
CITY CLERK
NAME OF PETITIONER: KENNETH L. BECK
TO: THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT, WASHINGTON
We, the undersigned, constituting the owners of not less than
10% in value, according to the assessed valuation for general
taxation of the property contiguous to the City of Kent for which
annexation is to be petitioned do hereby notify you of our
intention to commence annexation proceedings seeking the annexation
of the following described property to the City of Kent, by
circulating a petition therefore among the property owners of said
area.
The territory proposed to be annexed is within King County,
Washington, and described as follows:
Those portions of the East half of Section 18, Township
22 North, Range 5 East, W.M. , in King County, Washington,
lying Easterly of Kent City Limits as established under
Ordinances 1282 and 1000 and lying Westerly of 98th
Avenue South and lying Westerly of Kent City Limits as
established under Ordinances 3127, 2703 and 1375 and
lying Northerly of Kent City Limits established under
Ordinances 2627, 2149 and 1003; Including all public
roads therein and/or adjacent thereto; AND ALSO the
Northeast quarter of the Northeast quarter of the
Northeast quarter of said Section 18, EXCEPT the South
198 feet thereof; TOGETHER WITH 100th Avenue Southeast
lying adjacent thereto; AND ALSO the East 13 feet of
Tract 37 and all of Tracts 3B, 39 and 40, Uneedan Orchard
Tracts unrecorded lying within a portion of the Southeast
quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 7, Township
22 North, Range 5 East, W.M. , in King County, Washington,
lying South of South 222nd Street; TOGETHER W m
Avenue Southeast lying adjacent thereto. WHOR
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NOT TO BE USED FOR LEGAL OR ORDINANCE PURPOSES
WHEREFORE, these initiating parties respectfully request the
Honorable Council to set a date for a meeting with these initiating
parties within 60 days from the date of filing this notice to
determine whether the City of Kent will accept the proposed
annexation, and whether it shall require the assumption of existing
City indebtedness by the area to be annexed.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the
City of Kent, Washington, annexing to the '
City certain contiguous lands, comprising
approximately 200 acres generally located
north of James Street, lying astride of 94th
Avenue South (approximately 1250 feet lying
east of 94th and 600 feet lying west of 94th)
extending northerly to approximately South
222nd Street, and commonly known as the Beck
Annexation.
-. WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 35A. 14 RCW, the
owners of not less than 60 percent of the assessed valuation for
general taxation of certain real property, the "Beck Annexation"
area, which is more particularly described in Exhibit A to this
ordinance, have petitioned the Kent City Council to annex the
Beck Annexation Area to the City of Kent, which annexation area
is indicated on the map marked Exhibit B, which is attached and
incorporated herein by this reference; and
WHEREAS, the City has determined the Beck Annexation
area annexation petition to be sufficient in all respects; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 35A. 14 RCW various
proceedings were had; and
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WHEREAS, the City filed a Notice of Intention document
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WHEREAS, jurisdiction was not invoked for review by the
BRB, and the BRB has deemed the proposed Beck Annexation approved
as of January 13 , 1995 ; and
WHEREAS, the City has published and posted notice of a
;! public hearing on the proposed Beck Annexation in accordance with
RCW 35A. 14 . 130 so that interested persons could voice their
approval or disapproval of the annexation; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Kent held the
public hearing on the Beck Annexation in the City Council
Chambers at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Kent City
Council at 7 : 00 p.m. on February 7, 1995 ; and
WHEREAS, it appears to the City of Kent that the Beck
Annexation meets all requirements specified by law, to and
including consideration of the passage of this ordinance, and
that the land to be annexed is contiguous to the City of Kent and
has not heretofore been incorporated in or as a city or town;
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Section 1 . The foregoing recitals are incorporated by
this reference and made a part hereof .
Section 2 . There shall be annexed to the City of Kent,
' Washington certain property situated in King County, Washington,
which property is legally described in Exhibit A attached hereto
and incorporated by this reference, and having the boundaries
indicated in the map attached hereto as Exhibit B and
incorporated by this reference .
Section 3 . That, in accordance with the Beck
Annexation property owner' s petition, the property hereby annexed
;: shall be assessed and taxed at the same rate and on the same
basis as other property within the City of Kent is assessed and
taxed to pay for any outstanding general indebtedness of the City
to which the area was annexed and which indebtedness has been
,. approved by the voters, contracted for, or incurred prior to, or
existing at the effective date of this annexation.
Section 4 . That this annexation will become effective
:, upon the effective date of this Ordinance, and the annexation
larea shall become a part of the City of Kent, subject to all the
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date of this Ordinance as provided by law, the City Clerk of the
3' City of Kent shall, under the direction of the Mayor of the City
of Kent, determine the resident population of the annexed
territory, which population determination shall consist of an
actual enumeration of the population that shall be made in
accordance with the practices and policies and subject to
approval of the State of Washington' s Office of Financial
Management and which population shall be determined as of the
effective date of this annexation as specified in this ordinance .'
Section 6 . Within thirty (30) days after the effective
date of the annexation referred to in this Ordinance, the City
Clerk of the City of Kent , pursuant to RCW 35A. 14 . 700 , shall
prepare a certificate signed by the Mayor and attested by the
City Clerk in such form and containing such information as shall
be prescribed by the State Office of Financial Management, and
the City Clerk shall thereafter submit said certificate in
triplicate to the Office of Financial Management together with
the population determination of the annexed territory.
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certified copy of this ordinance together with a copy of a letter
from the BRB ' s Executive Secretary of the King County Boundary
Review Board that declares the BRB ' s decision relating to this
annexation (Exhibit C) .
Section 8 . Severability. If any section, sentence,
clause or phrase of this ordinance should be held to be invalid
or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity
or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance .
Section 9 . Effective Date . This ordinance shall take
effect and be in force commencing 11 : 59 p .m. , February 28, 1995,
1: which date is more than five (5) days from and after the date of
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Those portions of the East half of Section 18 , Township 22 North,
Range 5 East, W.M. , in King County, Washington, lying Easterly of
Kent City Limits as e-stablished under Ordinances 1282 and 1000 and
lying Westerly of 98t_ Avenue South and lying Westerly of Kent City
Limits as established under Ordinances 3127, 2703 , and 1375 and
lying Northerly of Fent City Limits established under Ordinances
2627 , 2149 and 1003 ; including all public roads therein and/or
adjacent thereto; AND ALSO the Northeast quarter of the Northeast
quarter of the Northeast quarter of said Section 18 , EXCEPT the
South 198 feet thereof; together with 100th Avenue Southeast lying
adjacent thereto; AND ALSO that portion of the West 30 feet of the
Northwest quarter of the Northwest quarter of the Northwest quarter
of Section 17 , Town-ship 22 North, Range 5 East, W.M. , in King
County, Washington, lying Northerly of Kent City Limits established
under Ordinance 2703 ; AND ALSO the East 13 feet of Tract 37 and all
of Tracts 38 , 39 and 40, Uneedan Orchard Tracts unrecorded lying
within a portion of t-e Southeast quarter of the Southeast quarter
of Section 7 , Township 22 North, Range 5 East, W.M. , in King
County, Washington, lying South of the Southerly margin of South
222nd Street; together with 100th Avenue Southeast lying adjacent
thereto; AND ALSO that portion of the West 30 feet of the Southwest
quarter of the Southwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of
Section 8 , Township 22 North, Range 5 East, W.M. , in King County,
Washington, lying South of the Southerly margin of S. E. 222nd
Street.
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NRIEW Central Building, Suite 608, 810 3rd Avenue. Seattle, WA 98104-1693 (206) 296-6800
January 17, 1995
The Honorable City Council / '! j r; 1995
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220 - 4th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032-5895
RE: CLOSING LETTER
FILE NO. 1898 - CITY OF KENT - BECK ANNEXATION
Dear Madam of Sir:
You have been advised that the above file was filed effective: November 29, 1994.
The Board has received no request for review as specified in RCW 36.93. Therefore, the 45-day
filing period having elapsed, this notice is hereby deemed approved as of January 13, 1995.
Sewer and water district proposals and some other actions are also subject to approval by the
Metropolitan King County Council. If there are changes by the Council, the Board may be
required to hold-a public hearing at that time.
In order for the proposed action to be finalized, it is necessary that you complete the other
statutory requirements or procedures specified in your Notice of Intention. Where required,
please file one certified copy of your final resolution or ordinance accomplishing this action
with the Council Administration, Room 402 King County Courthouse, Seattle, Washington
98104, ATTN: Ms. Kathy Nelson, together with a copy of this letter.
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Alda H. Wilkinson
Executive Secretary
CC: King County Division of Records and Elections
ATTN: Bob Bruce, Elections Superintendent
King County Council Administration, ATTN: Kathy Nelson
King County Council Administration, ATTN: John Lombard (W or S only)
King County Department of Assessement, ATTN: Diane Murdock
King County Parks, Planning & Resources Department,
ATTN: Jim Reid, Manager, Planning Division
King County Department of Public Works, ATTN: William Vlcek
King County "911" Program
EXHIBIT
CONSENT CALENDAR
3 . city council Action:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember
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Discussion
Action OYw
3A. Approval of Minutes.
Approval of the minutes of the regular Council meeting of
January 17, 1995.
3B. Approval of Bills.
Approval of payment of the bills received through January 3,
1995 for 1995, January 12, 1995 for 1994 and January 13 , 1995
for 1995 and paid on January 12 , 1995 for 1994 and January 13 ,
1995 for 1995 after auditing by the Operations Committee on
January 25, 1995.
Approval of checks issued for vouchers:
Date Check Numbers Amount
1/1-1/12/95 150851-151217 $1,266,868 .44
1/1-1/13/95 151218-151266 601,471.78
$1, 868, 340.22
Approval of checks issued for payroll for January 1 through
January 15, 1995 and paid on January 20, 1995.
Date Check Numbers Amount
1/20/95 Checks 200485-200817 $ 292,592 . 20
Advices 21149-21530 488 ,859. 57
$ 781,451. 77
Council Agenda
Item No. 3 A-B
Kent, Washington
January 17, 1995
Regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at
7 : 00 p.m. by Mayor White. Present: Councilmembers Bennett,
Clark, Houser, Johnson, Mann, Orr and Woods, Planning Director
Harris, Public Works Director Wickstrom, Police Chief Crawford,
Fire Chief Angelo, Parks Director Hodgson, and Finance Division
Director Miller. Approximately 30 people were at the meeting.
PUBLIC Daughters of the American Revolution American
COMMUNICATIONS History Month. Mayor White read a proclamation
declaring the month of February, 1995, as
Daughters of the American Revolution American
History Month in the City of Kent. He noted
that our ability to respond intelligently to the
issues we face today depends greatly on our
understanding of history, and encouraged
citizens to join in this observance. He then
presented the proclamation to Lola Kimmel.
State of the City Address. Mayor White noted
that his first year as Mayor has been one of
excitement, accomplishment, and rebuilding. He
pointed out that damaged relationships have been
healed, that fiscal soundness was restored to
the City's treasury, and that reserve funds have
been rebuilt. He noted that the budget does not
call for tax increases or increases in service
fees, and does not decrease the level of ser-
vices provided to citizens. He noted that 18
unsightly or unsafe sites have been brought into
compliance, that two new parks were opened and
property was acquired for future parks. He
noted that the City opened their own Municipal
Court, and that the 1200-acre Ramstead
Annexation was completed paving the way for
development of the 272nd/277th Corridor project.
Mayor White announced that he will be working
with Council to adopt a new comprehensive land
use plan which will guide the City's growth
through the year 2010. He said he intends to
expand international trade relationships which
will result in more jobs, new businesses,
economic diversification and stability. He
noted that in April a building permit will be
issued for the King County Regional Justice
Center and that the City has received a notice
of intent to annex an area of 5.9 square miles
and 18, 000 people.
He stated that the City will meet these
challenges with creativity and innovation.
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CONSENT WOODS MOVED that Consent Calendar Items A
CALENDAR through T be approved. Johnson seconded and the
motion carried.
MINUTES (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3A)
Approval of Minutes. APPROVAL of the minutes of
the regular Council meeting of January 3 , 1995 .
HEALTH & (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3P)
SANITATION Willow Way. AUTHORIZATION to accept the Bill of
Sale for Willow Way submitted by Litowitz
Construction, Inc. , for continuous operation
and maintenance of 780 feet of sanitary sewer
improvements, and release of bonds after
expiration period. This project is located at
S. 222nd Street & 100th Avenue S.E. , as recom-
mended by the Public Works Director.
(CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3Q)
Costello Apartments. AUTHORIZATION to accept
the Bill of Sale for Costello Apartments
submitted by the King County Housing Authority,
for continuous operation and maintenance of 20
feet of water main extension, 565 feet of
sanitary sewers, 900 feet of street improvements
and 865 feet of storm sewers, and release of
bonds after expiration period, as recommended by
the Public Works Director. This project is
located at 6610 South 238th Street.
WATER (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3M)
Derbyshire Water Main Replacement.
AUTHORIZATION to accept as complete the con-
tract with Archer Construction, Inc. for the
Derbyshire Water Main Replacement project and
release of retainage after receipt of State
releases, as recommended by the Public Works
Committee. The original contract was
$258, 340. 21. The final construction cost was
$283, 517 . 70, the overage being due to poor
quality of the existing asphalt pavement and the
necessity to use more select backfill material.
Adequate funds within the project fund exist to
cover the overage.
(CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3S)
116th Avenue Water Main. AUTHORIZATION to
accept as complete the contract with Fournier
Construction, Inc. for the 116th Avenue Water
Main project and release of retainage after
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WATER State releases, as recommended by the Public
Works Director. The original contract was
$89,937 . 22 . The final construction cost was
$95, 490. 80.
STREET (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3N)
IMPROVEMENTS LID 342 - Smith Street Sidewalks. AUTHORIZATION
to accept as complete the contract with Mer-Con,
Inc. for the LID 342 Smith Street Sidewalks
project and release of retainage after receipt
of State releases, as recommended by the Public
Works Committee. The original contract was
$83 ,731.70. The final construction cost was
$102, 963 .72, the overage being due to the neces-
sity of constructing a retaining wall on the
south side of Smith Street in order to maintain
the landscaped areas. Adequate funds exist
within the project fund to cover this overage.
STORM WATER (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 30)
DRAINAGE Storm Water Drainage Code Revision. ADOPTION of
Ordinance No. 3208 amending Section 7 . 07 . 090 and
Sections 7 . 07 . 100 in Chapter 7 . 07 Surface Water
and Drainage Code of the Kent City Code, as
recommended by the Public Works Committee. The
maintenance bonds required for stormwater pro-
jects is presently set at two years while all
other maintenance bonds held on projects are for
one year. This ordinance would establish a one
year maintenance bond for stormwater drainage
projects and revise Chapter 7 . 07 of the Kent
City Code to reflect same.
PUBLIC WORKS (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3K)
Asphalt Overlay Inter-Agency Agreement with King
County. AUTHORIZATION for the Mayor to sign the
Asphalt Overlay Inter-Agency Agreement with King
County, as recommended by the Public Works
Committee upon the City Attorney's review and
approval.
The City has an opportunity to include City
overlay work in the County's 1995 Countywide
Overlay Program. The County has prepared an
agreement to include the portion of Kent Kangley
Road within the Clark Springs watershed pro-
perty. This portion of the road has been
annexed to the City and is approximately 1 mile
long. King County estimated the total cost to
the City at $71, 800. $65, 000 has been budgeted
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PUBLIC WORKS therefor. The County will be funding the
overlay work on both ends of this particular
segment. The actual cost is anticipated to be
within the $65, 000 budgeted.
(CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3L)
Carnaby Street Sidewalks. AUTHORIZATION to
accept as complete the contract with Mer-Con
Inc. for the Carnaby Street Sidewalks project,
and release of retainage after receipt of
State releases, as recommended by the Public
Works Committee. The original contract was
$36, 290. 00. The final construction cost was
$43, 740.92, the overage being due to additional
landscaping required. Adequate funds within the
sidewalk fund exist to cover this overage. .
(CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3R)
Reiten Road Landslide. AUTHORIZATION to accept
as complete the contract with Pile Contractors,
Inc. for the Reiten Road Landslide project and
release of retainage after State releases, as
recommended by the Public Works Director. The
original contract was $24,400. 00. The final
construction cost was $24, 740. 00.
PLAT (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3F)
South Bend Preliminary Plat #SU-94-8.
AUTHORIZATION to set March 9, 1996 as the
date for a one-year extension for South Bend
Preliminary Subdivision No. SU-94-8 as requested
by Robert A. Bennett to insure that this plat is
completed.
REZONE (OTHER BUSINESS - ITEM 4B)
Ladum Rezone #RZ-94-2 . The Hearing Examiner has
recommended approval of an application by Larry
and Jacqueline Ladum to rezone four acres from
MA, Industrial Agricultural, to MRG, Garden
Density Multifamily Residential. The property
is located at approximately 6300 S. 236th
Street.
ORR MOVED to remand the Ladum Rezone RZ-94-2
back to the Hearing Examiner to address two
issues. Houser seconded.
Orr explained that Kent Zoning Code Section
15. 04. 160 states that rezoning of RA and MA
lands to more intensive use shall be predicated
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REZONE upon the documentation of the need for addi-
tional residential, commercial or industrial
land in Kent and that this documentation shall
consist of a fiscal impact analysis showing the
other lands already zoned and accessible to
municipal services are not sufficient and/or
suitable to accommodate demand for the proposed
uses and that the market demand for the proposed
development is sufficient to generate the re-
venues necessary to provide municipal services
including but not limited to police, fire,
streets, water, drainage and sewer required by
the project. She said she does not feel this
issue has been addressed.
Orr said the second issue relates to Section
15. 09. 050, A.3 .e. , which states that the pro-
posed rezone will not adversely affect the
health, safety and general welfare of the
citizens of the City of Kent. She noted that
this rezone directly abuts an elementary school
which is at or over capacity and she would like
this issue addressed.
There were no further comments and Orr' s motion
carried.
ANNEXATIONS (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3T)
(ADDED BY OPERATIONS DIRECTOR MCFALL)
Beck Annexation. AUTHORIZATION to set
February 7 , 1995, as the date for a public
hearing on the Beck Annexation, to consider
adoption of an annexation ordinance at that
time, and to publish the appropriate notice.
(OTHER BUSINESS — ITEM 4C)
Meridian Annexation. The proposed resolution
establishes a policy to preserve and encourage
single-family residential use as the predominant
land use within the proposed Meridian Annexation
area. Additionally, the resolution directs
staff to implement this policy as part of the
City' s draft Comprehensive Plan.
Orr noted that a revised copy of the resolution
has been provided to Councilmembers, and that it
was approved by the Planning Committee today.
SHE THEN MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 1420
establishing a policy to preserve and encourage
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ANNEXATIONS single family use within the Meridian Annexation
area. Bennett seconded and the motion carried.
ANNEXATION (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3C)
ZONING Ramstead/East Hill Annexation Zoning. ADOPTION
of Ordinance No. 3207 designating zoning for the
Ramstead/East Hill Annexation, as determined and
approved by the Council at its meeting on
January 3 , 1995.
DOWNTOWN (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3G)
PARTNERSHIP Rent Downtown Partnership. AUTHORIZATION for
the Mayor to sign a Letter of Agreement with
Kent Downtown Partnership for the promotion and
marketing of Kent' s downtown. Funds have been
allocated for this purpose in the 1995 Kent City
Budget.
COUNCIL (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3E)
City Council Retreat and City Tour.
AUTHORIZATION to set January 21, 1995, at
8 : 30 a.m. for a tour of areas in the City and in
the urban growth area that are under considera-
tion in the proposed Comprehensive Plan, and
AUTHORIZATION to set February 3 and 4, 1995, as
the date for the Council retreat.
HUMAN RESOURCES (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3H)
Federal Drug and Alcohol Testing Compliance.
APPROVAL of Valley Occupational Health Services
to serve as the collector for drug screens, the
alcohol testing source, the random sample source
for testing names, the provider of mandatory
training for supervisors, and the provider of
the independent Substance Abuse Professional
(medical doctor), all to be provided on a fee
basis.
(CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3I)
Worker's Compensation claim Handling Contract.
APPROVAL of renewal of the third party claims
administration contract with Scott-Wetzel for
1/1/95 to l/l/96. Quarterly deposits for 1995
are down because claims are down, medical-only
handling claims cost are increasing from $85 to
$90 per claim, loss time handling costs are
increasing from $395 to $435 per claim, all
within reason. The claim reduction trend can be
contributed to safety awards and improving
employee attitudes.
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HUMAN RESOURCES (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3J)
Safety Awards Program Expansion. APPROVAL to
increase the currently approved and active
safety awards program from 200 employees to 600
(all benefitted employees) . The pilot program
has produced and can take credit for part of the
reduced workers compensation claims, it has
substantially increased employee interest in
safety, it is time to expand same City-wide, and
it has and. should continue paying its own way in
claim cost reduction.
PARKS & (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3D)
RECREATION East Hill Park Expansion Project. AUTHORIZA-
TION to accept as complete the East Hill Park
Expansion Project for demolition of houses on
the Morrill Property and to release retainage to
City Transfer, Inc. upon receipt of State
releases, as recommended by Parks and Recreation
Department staff.
FINANCE (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3B)
Approval of Bills. APPROVAL of payment of the
bills received through December 30, and paid
on December 30, 1994 after auditing by the
Operations Committee on January 11, 1995.
Approval of checks issued for vouchers:
Date Check Numbers ' Amount
12/16-12/30/94 150348-150850 $996, 441.81
Approval of checks issued for payroll for
December 16 through December 31, 1994 and paid
on January 5, 1995 .
Date Check Numbers Amount
1/5/95 Checks 200215-200484 $249 , 241. 66
Advices 20778-21148 437 ,499 . 31
$686,740. 97
(OTHER BUSINESS - ITEM 4A)
Golf Course Debt Refunding. At their
January llth meeting, the Operations Committee
recommended adoption of an ordinance for the
refunding of 1988 Golf Complex Bonds with
Councilmanic Bonds and authorizing the Mayor to
sign the Refunding Trust Agreement and Refunding
Bond Purchase Agreement with Lehman Brothers.
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FINANCE May Miller explained that refunding these bonds
will reduce the debt service cost and will
generate a significant amount of cash in 1996,
1997 , and 1998 . She said it also eliminates the
need to maintain the $560, 000 debt service
reserve account. She noted that the funds will
be used to refurbish the driving range, to
construct a new mini-putt, and to upgrade the
existing golf course.
Dick King of Lehman Brothers distributed copies
of the Final Pricing Information and explained
the sources and uses of funds. He pointed out
that approximately $11000, 000 will be available
for capital projects. He also outlined the
amount of savings each year through 2008 .
JOHNSON MOVED to adopt Ordinance No. 3209 relat-
ing to the 1995 Limited Tax General Obligation
and Refunding Bonds and authorizing the Mayor to
sign the Refunding Trust Agreement and the 1985
Golf Course Refunding Bond Purchase Agreement
with Lehman Brothers. Houser seconded and the
motion carried.
REPORTS Operations Committee. Johnson noted that the
Committee will meet next Wednesday at 9 : 30 a.m.
Administrative Reports. Mayor White stated that
Kent's Sister City, Kaibara, is located 75 miles
north of the site of last night's earthquake in
Japan. He reported that an exchange student in
Kaibara from Kent is safe, and that when damages
have been determined, an effort to assist will
begin.
ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7 : 40 p.m.
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Date_ February 7. 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: GREEN RIVER VALLEY INTERNATIONAL TRADE PROGRAM f
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: Authorization to enter into
a service agreement for the Green River Valley International
Trade Program. Funds have been allocated in the City of Kent
1995 budget.
3 . EXHIBITS: Memorandum to City of Kent Operations Committee,
1995 Evaluation Report and the 1995 timeline
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Operations Committee
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO X YES
6 . EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $25, 000
SOURCE OF FUNDS: General Fund Allocation
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
.Item No. 3C
MEMORANDUM
DATE: January 20, 1995
TO: Jon Johnson, Operations Committee Chair
Christi Houser, Operations Committee Member
Leona Orr, Operations Committee Member
FROM: Arthur Martin, Governmental Affairs Manaser
SUBJECT: Service Agreement for the Green River Valley International Trade Program
Please find attached the referenced agreement as well as the 1994 Evaluation Report and the 1995
timeline. Funds have been allocated in the 1995 City of Kent budget. I will be glad to answer any
questions you may have at your January 25th meeting.
I would request that the Operations Committee recommend to the City Council that the Mayor be
authorized to enter into an agreement for the Green River Valley International Trade Program.
SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR THE GREEN RIVER VALLEY
INTERNATIONAL TRADE PROGRAM
This service agreement is entered into by and between the
City of Kent (hereinafter "City" ) and the Kent Chamber of
Commerce (hereinafter "KCC" ) as follows :
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 35 . 21 . 703 it is in the public
interest for cities to engage in economic development programs
and cities may contract with non-profit corporations in
furtherance of acts relating to economic development .
WHEREAS, the City seeks to enhance tourism and economic
development within its boundaries , including an increase of
commercial , industrial, and other business activity; such
enhanced economic development will aid in improving the quality
of life for City residents by providing a more diversified
economic base, employment opportunities, and greater prosperity;
and
WHEREAS, KCC and its subcontractor employ staff that
possesses expertise in community economic development , and has
resources, facilities, and services available to assist the City
in enhancing its tourism and economic development; and
WHEREAS, KCC has proposed to produce an international trade
program that is scheduled for November, 1995 , and the benefits of
this trade program to the City include, but are not limited to,
the following :
1 . Potential for expansion of wholesale trade services ;
2 . Potential for increasing the competitiveness of existing
local industries;
3 . Increased retail sales ;
4 . Opportunities for air freight to international
destinations;
5 . Development of Kent as a destination point for other
international conferences and trade events;
6 . Increasing opportunities for warehouse distribution
throughout the country and world;
7 . Development of an entry point foreign trade zone within
the Kent city limits; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to memorialize the terms of its
program sponsorship with KCC,
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises
contained herein, and the mutual benefits resulting from the
performance of this Agreement , and for other good and valuable
consideration including the payment to the KCC by the City the
sum of $25 , 000, as set forth in paragraph 5 below, the parties
agree as follows :
1 . The KCC shall plan, produce, and hold an international
trade program to be known as the Asia Pacific Trade
Exchange at a location within the greater Kent area on .
or about November 1, 1995 as set forth in Exhibit A,
attached hereto and incorporated by reference.
Additionally, KCC will continue the process to establish
a foreign trade zone, to develop a resource guide,
develop, promote, and maintain sister city relationships
and promote the greater Kent area as a destination point
for distribution and warehousing services .
2 . The City shall be entitled to and shall receive all
benefits given to other sponsors of the international
trade program including, but not limited to :
a. The Mayor of Kent, or his designated representative
shall be a voting member of the Advisory Committee .
b. The name "City of Kent" , and/or a logo approved in
advance by the City shall appear on any signage and
advertising literature used to promote the
international program. The City shall be given the
opportunity to review and approve all such signs and
and advertising prior to publication, distribution,
or dissemination.
C . The City of Kent shall be given the option to host
special events for program participants and inter-
national delegations, including tours of the City
and businesses throughout the region.
d. The City of Kent will be given the opportunity to
introduce program participants and international
delegations to City Council Members and city staff .
e . The City of Kent shall be given the option for City
Council Members and city staff to participate in
all special events scheduled in conjunction with
the international program, including participation
in the actual Asia Pacific Trade Exchange .
f . The Mayor of Kent, or his designated representative
shall be involved in, or consulted about each phase
of the planning, production, promotion, and actual
event activities of the international program.
g. The Mayor of Kent , or his designated representative
shall be given the option to participate in all
recruiting activities undertaken to bring partici-
pants from throughout the Pacific Rim to Kent for
the Asia Pacific Trade Exchange .
3 . The City of Kent Economic Development Corporation shall
be entitled to appoint a voting member to the Advisory
Committee .
4 . The KCC shall submit to the City a written report within
two months after the conclusion of the Asia Pacific
Trade Exchange on the impacts of the international
program on the promotion of economic development in
Kent, with a detailed description of the following items
related to the trade exchange :
a. Identify all foreign delegations attending the trade
exchange;
b. Identify all domestic participants attending the
trade .exchange;
C . Identify and describe all sales leads made during.
the trade exchange;
d. Identify and describe economic development impact on
Kent in terms of high value markets represented at
the trade exchange;
e . Identify and describe the potential increase, if any
of industry development in Kent as a result of the
trade exchange;
f . Identify the number of lodging rooms utilized in
Kent, and the greater Kent area during the trade
exchange;
g. Identify the potential impact of freight transporta-
tion to and through Kent as a result of the trade
exchange;
h. Describe the progress of the effort to establish a
foreign trade zone in Kent .
5 . The payment of funds to KCC as established in this
Agreement shall be made pursuant to the work schedule
set forth in Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated
by reference as follows :
a . Upon completion of this agreement (on/or about
January 3 , 1995) , $15 , 000 for completion of Phase I
as outlined in Exhibit B .
b. Upon completion of Phase II as described in Exhibit
B (on/or about June 30 , 1995) , $8 , 000 .
C . Upon completion of Phase III as set forth in Exhibit
B (on/or about December 29 , 1995) , $2, 000 .
Payment of funds herein is subject to satisfactory docu-
mentation of the completion of the work schedules set
forth in Exhibit B corresponding to the payments to be
made by the City. Additionally, payment of funds by the
City is subject to the receipt of matching funds for
distribution to KCC. No payment of any additional funds
beyond the $25, 000 is contemplated, and no additional .
payment will be made unless prior written approval has
been obtained by KCC from the Mayor. Disbursement of
funds will be made on a timely basis to all parties to
assure the progress of the program.
6 . The records and documents with respect to all matters
covered by this Agreement are subject at all reasonable
times to inspection, review, and audits by the City
and/or federal/state officials, including, but not
limited to the City of Kent and the Washington State
Auditor.
7 . During the term of this Agreement , the KCC shall not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion,
nationality, creed, marital status, age, or handicap
in employment, or application for employment or in the
administration or delivery of services or other benefits
under this agreement .
8 . The KCC shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the
City, and its officers, employees, and agents from any
and all liability, injury or damage arising out of, or
in any way related to its performance of this Agreement .
9 . The KCC shall not assign any of its duties under this
Agreement without the prior written consent of the City,
except as set forth under its current contract with
Tradec .
10 . This Agreement may be amended by written consent of both
parties hereto.
11 . The jurisdiction and venue under this Agreement shall be
King County, Washington.
12 . This agreement is executed in duplicate originals .
CITY OF KENT KENT CHAMBER 'OF COMMERCE
By: By:
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Evaluation Report
November, 1994
INTRODUCTION: LINKAGES TO TRADE
The 1994 Asia-Pacific Trade Exchange, October 3 and 4, resulted in
successfully forming new trade partnerships with Asia-Pacific nations and
new economic development strategies for South King County and
Washington State. Beyond helping the region become known as the
destination for warehousing/distribution services through the state and
among our Asian trading partners, the program has contributed to the
retention and creation of small business opportunities. For the first time,
businesses can market themselves and implement new strategies in a
comprehensive, long-term manner which will continue to benefit them in
future years. Washington State, the Federal Government, and most
importantly, the City of Kent, have joined the program in an effort to
include international trade as a major component in economic
development. With the partnerships the program has formed, it is destined
to be one of the major events this state has to offer.
This report is designed to evaluate the results of the 1994 Asia Pacific Trade
Exchange and other components of the International Trade Program. After
the program's second year, its success shall direct the course of action for
future years and define the components which are most beneficial to the
community.
The Kent Chamber of Commerce, as administrator of the program., would
like to thank all of the supporters and sponsors who made this event
possible.
I. PROGRAM ORIGItiS
In 1993, the Kent Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with the City of
Kent, launched the first annual Asia-Pacific Trade Exchange. The goal was
to create an event conducive to increasing the import and export potential -
of small and medium sized businesses in the Kent Valley. The Trade
Exchange succeeded in the formation of 38 new business relationships and
S2.5 million in immediate sales/distributor contracts with more that were
realized throughout the year.
Another significant event in 1993 was the APEC-Customs Trade
Symposium held in Seattle in November, which took place again in
Indonesia in 1994. As the trade component to the Asia Pacific Economic
Cooperation (APEC) Summit, the Symposium is a yearly event held in
conjunction with each ministerial Summit around the world.. The Asia-
Pacific Trade Exchange was featured at the 1993 APEC-Customs Trade
Symposium and has since taken on the role of continuing the legacy of
commercial cooperation between Washington State and the Asia Pacific
regions. In this capacity, U.S. Customs and U.S. Department of Commerce
have dedicated their resources to the success of the program. More
importantly, the Exchange has become a statewide event that will continue
to be administered locally from the Kent Chamber of Commerce.
The 1994 Asia-Pacific Trade Exchange continued to expand and resulted in
Maher sales for participating companies. Initial figures show that twice the
number of exhibitors, three times the number of international participants,
and $10 million more in immediate sales figures reported.
More than 60 companies from Washington State were featured and formed
more than 35 new distributor and sales relationships Asia Pacific countries.
With more than 200 international delegates in attendance, it was the largest
international gathering to occur in the Puget Sound area, with the main
objective to form new business partnerships. The 1995 Trade Exchange will
feature additional countries, a larger venue, and an increased number of
exhibitors.
Other components of the overall Asia-Pacific Trade Program have also been
evaluated and they include: Foreign Trade Zone feasibility; Sister City
Program; and the educational program. In planning for the 1995 Asia Pacific
Trade Exchange, the successes and constructive evaluations will be
incorporated into a much larger, more successful event.
Contained in this report is the following information:
I. Program Origin
H. Goals of 1994 Asia-Pacific Trade Program
III. Successes of 1994 program
IV. Exhibitor evaluation results
V. Recommendations for future programming
H. GOALS
As in 1993, the primary goal this year was to fully implement a program
which is widely supported locally by the Kent Valley community and at the
state and federal levels. Therefore, the objectives of 1993 were retained:
Asia-Pacific Trade Exchange
• Promote Washington State as a premier destination for shipping and
distribution services
• Create a venue for shipping and distribution companies to build
international trade relationships
• Increase the level of participation on the international level
• Increase the level of participation on the local and statewide level
• Create partnerships with the surrounding communities
• Create partnerships with the private sector leaders in trade
• Engage the support of the local, state and federal governments
• Create opportunities for the Kent Chamber of Commerce to serve the
needs of its members
Foreign Trade Zone
• Work with the Port of Seattle to distribute a survey to local businesses for
the establishment of a foreign trade zone in the Valley
• Work with the Port of Seattle to meet with individual companies for the
establishment of a zone
• Educate companies on the value of foreign trade zone operations
Sister City Program
• Work with the City of Kent in enhancing and establishing new Sister City
relationships
Education Program
• Work with Green River Community College in designing seminars and
activities preparing companies for the realities of doing business
overseas
III. SUCCESSES OF 1994 PROGRAM
Asia Pacific Trade Exchange
The major component of the International Trade Program is the Asia-Pacific
Trade Exchange. This annual event created a commercial legacy to the
APEC Summit which occurred in Seattle November, 1993. At the
Ministerial Summit, the opportunities for international trade cooperation
between the U.S. and Asia Pacific countries, were presented and widely
supported by Washington State business and government leaders. Hence,
the Asia-Pacific Trade Exchange expanded its focus to build on the successes
of APEC and made these opportunities available on the commercial level.
The following highlights illustrated this achievement:
International and Domestic Participation
More than 200 representatives of international business and government
organizations participated in the 1994 Trade Exchange from China, Taiwan,
Singapore, and Vietnam. More than 60 domestic companies participated as
exhibitors, and the Leadership Symposium on October 3 attracted an
additional 200 business and government leaders statewide.
Exhibitors and their international counterparts met with each other one-
on-one and the meeting results are as followed based on a 25% return ratio
of written surveys:
• At least three immediate contracts were signed
• $11,150,000 in immediate sales agreements were reached
• Thirty-one pending agent distributor relationships worth approximately
$5.5 million were made
Leadership Symposium
More than 450 people attended the Asia-Pacific Trade Exchange Leadership
Symposium on October 3. The event's success was based on its ability to attract
high-level participation from public and private sectors including:
• Governor Mike Lowry, State of Washington
• Mike Fitzgerald, Director, Washington State Department of Community,
Trade and Economic Development
• Jim White, Mayor, City of Kent
• Sun Zhenyu, Vice Minister, Ministry of Foreign and Economic Relations,
China
• Zhong Hong Biao, Vice President, China Aeronautics Industry
• Ko-Hsi Fang, Chairman, Kaohsiung Importers and Exporters Association,
Taiwan
• Deborah Bevier, Chief Executive Officer, Kev Bank of Washington
• Russ Hinkley, Regional Vice President, Northwest Airlines
• Starr Tavenner, China Program Manager, The Boeing Company
• Elmira Forner, Representative, Washington State Legislature
• Ravmond Waldmann, Corporate Director, Federal Affairs, The Boeing
Company
Impact on the Community
The Asia-Pacific Trade Exchange succeeded not only in creating business
opportunities for local companies, but was also instrumental in bringing
together various stakeholders of the community, both on a public and
private sector level.
The following Funding Partners and Sponsors made a commitment to the
event based on its ability to assist small and medium sized companies in
increasing their export/import volumes with Asia Pacific countries and for
the benefits it brought to the community for promotion and economic
development:
Funding Partners:
City of Kent
The Boeing Company
Key Bank of Washington
Northwest Airlines
Port of Seattle
Sponsors:
Auburn Chamber of Commerce
King County
Sea-first Bank
Asia-Pacific Chamber of Commerce
Documents International
Fritz Companies
Hillis, Clark, Martin and Peterson
U.S. Customs Service
U.S. Department of Commerce
The Kent Chamber of Commerce, as a result of the program, has succeeded
in achieving the following objectives:
• Formation of a partnership with the Auburn Chamber of Commerce
• Increase in membership
• Commitments by Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle and
World Trade Center-Tacoma, as well as other organizations, to
support each other and coordinate efforts for international trade
programming
• Formation of a strategic partnership with the City of Kent
• Full support by private companies involved in the Trade Exchange
• Formation of partnerships overseas for the benefit of Kent Chamber of
Commerce members
Foreign Trade Zone
The Kent Chamber of Commerce has continued to explore the feasibility of
establishing a zone in the Kent Valley. Throughout the year, it became
apparent that individual companies were able to establish a zone on their
own property and the best way to utilize the Kent Chamber of Commerce
was to provide the resources to these companies and make them aware of
the advantages and methods of zone utilization. Therefore, on behalf of the
program, the Kent Chamber of Commerce facilitated the following
activities:
• Executed a survey mailing to 200 companies evaluating their need for a
zone
• Held a meeting for companies interested in the formation of a foreign
trade zone, at which a representative from the Port of Seattle was the
facilitator
Sister City
The City of Kent, dedicated to the cultural, business, and educational values
derived from international government-to-government partnerships,
completed the signing of a Sister City agreement with a city in China. This
relationship began in 1993 at the first Asia-Pacific Trade Exchange and
culminated in a signing ceremony between Mayor Jim White and the Mayor
of Yangzhou, China. Since then, the City has continued the relationship for
the benefit of both regions. The following activities have occurred in
conjunction with the program in 1994:
• Signing of a Sister City agreement between the City of Kent and the City of
Yangzhou, China
• Coordination of one return trip by government officials of Yangzhou
• Coordination of a second return trip during the Trade Exchange
Education
In order to inform businesses of the resources available to them and
methods to insure a successful business transaction, the program added an
education component to achieve these objectives. The Kent Chamber has
partnered with Green River Community College-Education Training Center
to facilitate seminars open to the public.
• Assisted Green River Community College with the marketing and
execution of 6 seminars focuses on specific regions of the world.
These seminars provided experience and technical resources
necessary for companies who wish to do business overseas.
W. EXHIBITOR EVALUATION RESULTS
Goals of exhibitors
The goals of the exhibitors were evaluated and most exhibitors had similar
goals to be achieved. Based on survey results, exhibitors achieved these
objectives during the Trade Exchange and most exhibitors exceeded their
expectations:
• Increase exposure
• Target prospects
• Develop long-term relationships
• Immediate revenue
• Introduce products into Asia
• Promote friendship in business
• Increase export volume
Most beneficial Aspects of the Trade Exchange
The common responses for the most beneficial aspects are as follows:
• Matchmaking meetings
• Interpreters
• Well-organized
• Professional
• Good price for value received
• Good exhibit space
Considerations for 1995
Companies were also asked to provide feedback for planning for next year.
The results are as follows:
• More domestic companies outside of Washington
• Categorize companies based on business type .
• More focus on meetings and increase time for each meeting
• Reduce Symposium time or format differently
Evaluation Form
Company Reports
American Building Supply
Agent/Distributor Relationships 2
Sales Pending $100-500K
American Cultural Exchange
Sales Made $50K
Sales Pending $50K
Architectural Resources
Agent/Distributor Relationships 7-8
Sales Pending $100-500K
Associates International
Agent/Distributor Relationships '6-7
Joint Venture/License 6-7
Sales Pending $lM or more
Duren Controls
Sales Pending $50-100K
Expeditors International
Sales Pending $500KAM
Food Plant Engineering, Inc.
Sales Pending $50-100K
Fritz Companies
Agent/Distributor Relationships 2
Sales Made $50K
Sales Pending $50K
Golden Bridge International
Agent/Distributor Relationships 6
Sales Pending $100-500K
K Line
Sales Made $50K
Phoenix Global
Agent/Distributor Relationships 7
Joint Venture/License 3
Sales Made $4M +
Sales Pending $4M
Pinon International
Aeent/Distributor Relationships 7
Joint Venture/License 3
Sales Made $5M +
Sales Pending S4M
Turn-Key Exporters -
Agent/Distributor Relationships 4
Joint Venture/License 2
Sales Pending S50-100K
Statistical Summary
Number of Companies Exhibiting 68
Number of Companies Completing Evaluation 20
Percent of Exhibitors Completing Evaluation 295-,
Of those completing the Evaluation:
Percent expecting immediate sales 35cl-c
Percent planning follow-up contact 871,7c
Exporters 56 io
Importers and Exporters 44%
Self-Stated Goals by Type
Relationship Building 50%
Increase Exposure 24%
Information Gathering 12%
Sales 12%O
L.eaming/self-education 3%
Success at Reaching Goals
High Medium Low/No No Answer
Relationship Building 53% 35% 12%
Increase Exposure 50% 50%
Information Gathering 100%
Sales 50% 50%
Learning/self-education 100%
Relative Importance of Specific Results for Judging the Trade
Exchange a Success (rated on a scale of 1-5 with 5 being highest)
Immediate Sales 2.3
Potential Sales 3.2
New Leads 3.3
Additional Domestic Exposure 2.8
Additional International Exposure 3.6
Distribution Relationships 2.6
Participation in 1995
Importance of Success of 1994 Exchange on decision to
participate in 1994
Very Important 44%
Somewhat Important 6%
Important 25%
Somewhat Unimportant 19%
Unimportant 6%
When firms will decide to participate assuming an October
Trade Exchange
June 40%
July 10%
AuLrust 30%
September 20%
V. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FUTURE PROGRAMMING
Asia Pacific Trade Exchange
• Larger facility
• Increase level of sponsorship funds raised
• Recruit representatives from additional countries
• Incorporate break-out sessions in place of the Symposium
• Define industry groupings for organization of individual meetings
• Further define individual meeting process
• Increase international fee to include exhibit space
• Design an area for international exhibits
• Focus more on the distribution sector
• Dedicate a warehouse, with the assistance of a freight forwarder, to create a
permanent display for international products
*' Change the date of the event to November
• Continue to work with the Port of Seattle to promote the region as a
Gateway for trade with the Pacific Rim
Foreign Trade Zone
• Provide informational support to those companies interested
• Identify a segment of the city to locate the zone
Sister City
• Continue to support the City of Kent
• Create a process for the coordination of inbound missions by Sister City
organizations
• Separate the Sister City activities and budget requirements from the
overall Trade Exchange budget and goals
Education
• Continue to work with the community college in defining the education
program
• Work with other educational institutions in addition to Green River
Community College
1995 ASIA-PACIFIC TRADE PROGRAM
City of gent
Timeline
Phase I: November, 1994 - December, 1995 $15,000 due January 3, 1995
$12onsorshiD
• Renew all 1994 Funding Partners,plus one additional Funding Patmer
• Secure cash and in-kind public and private sector sponsorships
• Grantwriting to the Department of Commerce
• Secure ocher Chamber commitments
Promouort_Otare=ch and Material Develop�n;
-Draft fact sbeet
Exhibitor ReMd
•Identify prospect exhibitors
•Updam database
• Identify priority markets
,Foreign Trades
-Pursue foreign trade zone site location
Logistics
• Secure daces, sites,countries
Phase II: January, 1995 - June, 1995 $8,000 due June 30, 1995
Snorrsorship
•Provide follow up to sponsorship committee recruitment calls
• Secure one additional Funding Partner
• Collect cash from sponsorship
Promotion Outreach and Material Develo=
•Write,design and produce marketing/registration brochure and advance promotional materials
•Develop a press list
• Send three press releases
•Identify a public relations representative from Funding Farmers or Chamber volun nms
•Organize industry sector meetings with the Freight Forwarders Association,Shippers, and the
Trade Development Alliance of Greater Searle
Exhibitor Recruitment
•Follow up calls and presentations to prospect exhibitors
• Coordinate recruitment symposiums with Key Bank
• Con-espond with all confirmed exhibitors for logistical suppm
LE_ O : 1L'FM TFFCE= J
•Develop criteria for the selection of participants based on preliminary in=-M of exiribitors and
marisct research
-Coordinate and execute up to three international recruitment missions
- Identify travel agent through bidding process
• Coordinate travel arrangemc:tts and in-cmmay assistance
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• Organize two Steering Comtmttee meetings with sponsors, exhibitors, and supporting
organizations
Frir= aan7 QUQQ= Hare on behalf of the
-Define deliverables with GRVCC,who will execute se***+ PrO€��
-Establish guidelines for Green River Valley Community College seminar planning
Foreign Trade 7n _catblisfvnertt
• Coordinate meetings with foreign trade zone task force chair
• Coordinate one preliminary informational ir=ting at the Pon of Seattle
•Provide resource assistance to companies writing a developtnent plan
,meter CirYQrganizg^ Develoa=nr and Recruirasertt
• Meet with up to two potential and existing sister eery government representatives on recruitment
j missions
• Coordinate with Sister City Task Force Chair for on-going development of relationships
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i Phase III: July, 1995 - October, 1995 $2,000 due October 15, 1"5
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Imnlemenrarzoa�fTrade Ehanee
•Produce:international and domestic packets
-Produce final event program
•Final workplan
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• Compile and analyze exhibitor and buyer evaluation forms
•Complete a follow-up report on the value of the Trade Exchange and recommendations
for subsequent years if applicable
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 , 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: SALARIED JUDGE POSITION
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT:
the creation of the position of Municipal Court Judge as a
salaried position in Department Head Salary Range 2; that the
judge's position be budgeted and paid at the rate of 85% of full
time; and that the budget be amended to reflect the creation of
the position of Municipal Court Judge as a salaried position
and the necessary funds to pay for the position be transferred
to salaries and benefits from professional services, 6s meow Winded
3 . EXHIBITS: Memorandum to City of Kent Operations Committee
4 . RECOMMENDED BY: Operations Committee
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $7, 850 per month
SOURCE OF FUNDS: Transfer of funds from Professional Services
line item
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 3D
MEMORANDUM
TO: OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
FROM: BRENT MCFALL
SUBJECT: SALARIED JUDGES POSITION
DATE: JANUARY 19, 1995
At the time of creation of the City's municipal court, the judge's position was contracted on an hourly
basis at the rate of$55.00 per hour. The judge acted as an independent contractor, and covered the
costs of any payroll taxes, social security, etc. himself from his hourly fees. However, the case load
of the court has now grown to the point where the independent contractor status of the judge is not
as cost effective as if he were an employee of the city. For example, in the final quarter of 1994, we
averaged judicial and magistrate time of 154 hours per month. at a cost of approximately $8,470.
By converting to a salaried position at 85% time in Dept. Head salary range 2, the monthly cost
including benefits for judicial and magistrate services will be approximately $7,850, a monthly
savings of$620. The 85% level is consistent with the current work load, and maintains the position
at 34 hours weekly which is below the 35 hours weekly that triggers the election requirement for the
judge's position under state law. Both Judge McSeveny and I recommend conversion of the judges
position to a salaried position in Department Head salary range 2 to be compensated at 85% time.
RECOMMENDATION:
The Operations Committee recommend to Council creation of the position of Municipal Court Judge
as a salaried position in Department Head Salary Range 2; that the judge's position be budgeted and
paid at the rate of 85% of full time; and that the budget be amended to reflect the creation of the
position of Municipal Court Judge as a salaried position and the necessary funds to pay for the
position be transferred to salaries and benefits from professional services.
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 , 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: INSPECTION AGREEMENT WITH KING COUNTY
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: Authorization qthWvZe* for the Mayor
to sign the Interlocal Agreement with King County, which covers
the inspecting of all occupancies in Fire District 37, with the
exception of single family residences and miscellaneous struc-
tures. This agreement is in a series of continuing agreements
that have been signed for the last several years. This agree-
ment provides a tool used by the Fire Department to alleviate
serious fire hazards in the District's commercial buildings. It
is for the first inspection and one re-inspection only. Any
follow up work after the first re-inspection is the responsi-
bility of the King County Fire Marshal.
3 . EXHIBITS: Interlocal Agreement
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Safety Committee (3-0)
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCALJPERSONNEL IMPACT: NO ✓ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7 . CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 3E
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
KING COUNTY
AND
THE CITY OF KENT
WHEREAS, •RCW 19 . 27 . 030 provides that on and after
January 11 1975, there shall be in effect in all cities,
towns, and counties of the state a state building code; and
WHEREAS, RCW 19 .27 . 030 (3) provides that a portion of
the aforementioned code shall consist of the Uniform Fire
Code and the Uniform Fire Code Standards, published by the
International Conference of Building Officials and the
Western Fire Chiefs Association; and
WHEREAS, RCW 19 . 27 . 040 authorizes counties to amend any
component of the state building code as it applies within its
jurisdiction in all such respects as shall not be less than
the minimum performance standards and objectives enumerated
in RCW 19 . 27 . 020; and
WHEREAS, KCC 17 . 04 . 020 provides that the terms "fire
chief" and "fire department" as used in the Uniform Fire Code
shall men fire marshal and fire marshal ' s office of King
County, respectively; and
WHEREAS, Section 2 . 103 (a) of the King County
Modifications to the Uniform Fire Code, as adopted by K.C.
Ordinance 8184 provides the King County Fire Marshal ' s Office
shall have responsibility for inspections and the enforcement
of the fire prevention provisions of the code; and
WHEREAS, Section 2 . 103 (c) of the King County
Modifications to the Uniform Fire Code, as adopted by K.C.
Ordinance 8184 provides the King County Fire Marshal ' s may,
by written contract, delegate to the chiefs of the fire
districts and fire departments authority for inspections
and/or the enforcement of the fire prevention provisions of
the code within their respective jurisdictions.
WHEREAS, the King County Council approved this agreement
per Ordinance
WHEREAS, the City of Kent, hereafter "The City" desires
to provide by agreement for effective inspection pursuant to
the Uniform Fire Code within the jurisdictional boundaries of
King County Fire District #37 and effective administration
and inspection of the Hazardous Materials Inspections/Permit
program:
IT IS THEREFORE AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
1. OBLIGATIONS:
In consideration of the promises of the City, King
County agrees to continue to assume the enforcement powers
for the Uniform Fire Code: as provided for by King County
Title 23 , to be responsible for the issuance of all required
permits or certificates, to collect all required permit fees,
to transmit and disburse to the City of Kent monetary sum as
defined below in Paragraph 9 ; and to pay for additional
insurance premium charges to the City of Kent that are
incurred as a result of the City's participation in the
activities described in this contract, as provided herein.
B. In consideration of the promises of King County
herein before set forth, the City agrees to perform
inspections in accordance with the terms and provisions of
the Uniform Fire Code of King County, and the guidelines
established by the King County Fire Marshal. The City agrees
to inspect occupancies, as defined in Table 5A of the Uniform
Building Code, other than single-family dwellings and those
occupancies classified a "M" on an annual basis. The City
further agrees to make one reinspection when required.
Additional reinspections or other actions required for code
compliance may become the responsibility of the King County
Fire Marshal ' s Office.
The City further agrees to inspect occupancies within
its jurisdiction for conditions requiring permits under the
Uniform Fire Code. Such inspections shall take place as part
of the routine annual maintenance inspection. When a
condition requiring permit is identified, the City shall
provide the occupant with a permit application, verify code
provisions for the permitted use or material being met,
initiate corrective action when needed, and notify the Fire
Marshal's office of any expired or missing permits.
If for any reason the City cannot meet the above
objective, the City will seek additional assistance from the
King County Fire Marshal' s Office. The promise of the City
to inspect occupancies is not intended for the benefit of any
third party solely to provide assistance to the King County
Fire Marshal ' s Office.
2 . TIME OF PERFORMANCE;
This agreement shall be effective on the 1st day of
January, 1995, and terminate .on the 31st day of December,
1995 .
3 . AUDITS AND INSPECTION:
All records and documents with respect to this
Agreement shall be subject to mutual inspection and review by
both parties during the performance of this Agreement and
seven (7) years after termination.
4 . NONDISCRIMINATION:
During the performance of this Contract, neither the
City nor any party subcontracting under the authority of this
Contract shall discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex,
religion, nationality, creed, marital status, sexual
orientation, age, or presence of any sensory, mental, or
physical handicap in the employment or application for
employment or in the administration or delivery of services
or any other benefits under this contract.
The City shall be in compliance with all applicable
requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
as amended and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
5 . MODIFICATION:
This Agreement is the complete expression of terms
agreed upon and any oral representation or understanding not
incorporated herein are excluded. Further, any modification
of this Agreement shall be in writing, signed by both
parties, and made a part of this agreement.
6. TERMINATION:
This agreement shall be terminated only upon thirty
(30) days written notice received by on signatory, given by
the other. Failure to comply with any of the provisions
stated herein shall constitute material breach and be cause
for immediate termination. Any termination of this Agreement
shall not terminate those obligations of either party matured
prior to such termination.
7 . EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION AND CONTROL:
King County shall be responsible for the payment of
all salaries, wages, other benefits, and compensation to all
county employees performing services under this Agreement.
Further, King County shall be solely responsible for control
of personnel, standards of performance, discipline, and all
other aspects of performance of all county employees
performing services under this Agreement.
The City shall be responsible for the payment of all
salaries, wages, other benefits, and compensation to all
City employees performing services under this Agreement.
Further, the City shall be solely responsible for control of
personnel, standards of performance, discipline and all other
aspects of performance. of all district employees performing
services under this Agreement.
8 . LIABILITY:
The City agrees to assume responsibility for all
liabilities that occur or arise in any way out of the
performance of this contract by its employees only and to
save and hold King County and King County employees and
officials harmless from all costs, expenses, losses, and
damages, including the cost of defense, incurred as a result
of any acts or omissions of City employees relating to the
performance of this contract. The City also agrees to carry
at all times during the effective period of this contract
liability insurance coverage in the amount of $2 , 000, 000. 00
covering the county for all activities of the Citys '
employees related to the performance of this contract.
King County agrees to assume responsibility for all
liabilities that occur or arise in any way out of the
performance of this contract by its employees only and shall
save and hold the City and City employees and officials
harmless from all costs, expenses, losses, and damages,
including the cost of defense, incurred as a result of any
acts or omissions of King County employees relating to the
performance of this contract.
9 . PAYMENT:
King County agrees to pay the City an amount equal
to the amount required to pay for any additional insurance
premium attributable to the City's performance of obligations
under this contract, not to exceed $1150 . 00 during the terms
of this agreement. The payment shall coincide with the
City' s normal insurance billing date of July 1.
King County further agrees to pay the City a sum
for all permits issued to occupants within the District's
jurisdictional boundaries as calculated under the following
formula:
x = y x . 5
This formula is meant to represent fifty percent of all
permit fee revenues of the Hazardous Materials/Public
Assembly Inspection Program funds.
In the event of early termination of the contract, the
-- City shall pay to King County an amount equal to any funds
returned to the City by the insurance company as a result of
such termination of contract.
10 . ORDINANCES:
King County agrees that it shall notify the City
prior to the adoption of any ordinance that affects or
requires inspections to be made under the Uniform Fire Code
or in any way affects the duties of the City under the terms
of this contract.
11. FORMS:
In the event the county shall specify or require
any forms or written reports which are required to be used
under the terms of this Agreement, King County agrees to
provide such forms to the City at the expense of the county.
12 . RECORDS:
All records compiled by the City under the
provisions of this Agreement shall constitute records of the
City but shall be available for inspection by appropriate
county officials.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have caused this
Agreement to be executed.
COUNTY COUNCIL CITY OF KENT
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Dated Commissioner
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Commissioner
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Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Dated
10/18/94
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 , 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: CITY COUNCIL EXCUSED ABSENCE
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2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: �� rGCouncil President Judy Woods' request�aan
excused absence from the February 7, 1995 City Council meeting, °°°
,She will be unable to attend.
3 . EXHIBITS: Memorandum from Council President Woods
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Council President Woods
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO ✓ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION:
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 3F
MEMORANDUM
TO: JIM WHITE, MAYOR
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: JUDY WOODS, COUNCIL PRESIDENT �
DATE: FEBRUARY 3, 1995
SUBJECT: CITY COUNCIL EXCUSED ABSENCE
I would like to request an excused absence from the February 7, 1995 City Council meeting.
I will be unable to attend.
Thank you for your consideration.
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 , 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: WEST TITUS STREET VACATION - SET HEARING DATE
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: Adoption of Resolution No. tq;,_( setting
March 7, 1995, as the date for a public hearing on the West
Titus Street Vacation.
The Public Works Department has received a request for street
vacation for a portion of Titus St. , from Webster Court
Apartments & Titus Court Apartments. It has been recommended
by the Public Works Committee that a hearing date be set for
March 7th for the Titus St. Street Vacation.
3 . EXHIBITS: Public Works Minutes, Public Works Director
Memorandum and vicinity map
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Committee
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT• NO ✓ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 3G
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
January 23, 1995
TO: Public Works Committee
FROM: Don Wickstrom Vj
RE: West Titus St. - Street Vacation
We have received a petition for street vacation for a portion of Titus Street, from
Webster Court Apartments Limited Partnership and Titus Court Apartments Limited
Partnership. As such Council must pass a resolution fixing the time when the petition
shall be heard and determined by them. Said time can be no longer than 60 days nor
less than 20 days after the date of passage of the resolution.
ACTION: Recommend adoption of resolution to set the hearing date for Titus St.,
Street Vacation.
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automatically go into affect January 1 st. That would enable us to award this one mega
project, out of one contract. He said that otherwise we would need to break it up into a $3
Million contract; and a $9 Million contract because the way the project all fits together, it
doesn't break that simply. He explained that the big bulk of the work is excavating. It
doesn't lend itself to separate out $3 Million worth of the work and have a separate
contract in 1996. Clark said that in essence we are asking to fund two projects in one.
Wickstrom said that approving a rate in '95 and approving a '96 rate will allow us to award
the Lagoon project as one big project. Wickstrom stated that if we don't have that second
year rate increase, we can't guarantee that we would have any money; the plans and
specs would have to be cut back in such a manner to get one contract under $8 Million
and than another worth $3 - $4 Million the following year, which would be much more
difficult to get good bids.
Wickstrom explained that the ULID related to a specific basin; the balance was to be
financed by the balance of the same basin. We merely separated out a little portion of this
bigger basin to finance its share by the ULID vs. a rate increase. In response to Bennett,
Wickstrom said that everybody in Mill Creek basin is paying for this particular project
because it is benefitted and impacted by everybody within that basin.
Bennett opened discussion on the manner in which the "Action" requested on this item was
worded and took exception with a portion of it. He said he would not vote at this time, to
accept rates.until he hears from the people that are affected by these rates. Clark stated
that this was the purpose of the hearing.
Committee voted 2-1, to authorize setting a Public Hearing before the full Council on the
Drainage Utility Financial Plan & Revenue Program. Further, should no significant
testimony be offered requiring modification thereto, Committee recommends adopting
same including implementation of the first and second years' rates.
West Titus Street - Street Vacation
Wickstrom explained that this is a portion of Titus Street, west of 5th Avenue wherein we
have received a petition for vacation and this is a request to set a public hearing date for
that vacation request.
Committee unanimously recommended setting a hearing date for the Titus St. street
vacation.
Charge in Lieu of Assessment - 116th Ave Watermain
Wickstrom stated that this portion of 116th Ave is a part of the 277th Corridor; the
developer will be regrading that area associated with the development of Kingstone Plat
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION of the City of Kent, Washington,regarding
the vacation of a portion of Titus Street lying west of 5th Avenue in
the City of Kent,and setting the public hearing on the proposed street
vacation for March 7, 1995.
WHEREAS,a petition has been filed by various property owners to vacate a portion
of Titus Street lying west of 5th Avenue in the City of Kent, King County, Washington; and
WHEREAS, these property owners own at least two-thirds of the property abutting that
portion of Russell Road that is now being sought to be vacated; and
WHEREAS,the petition is in all respects proper. NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT,WASHINGTON DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. A public hearing on the street vacation petition requesting the vacation
of a portion of West Titus Streeet shall be held at a regular meeting of the Kent City Council at 7:00
p.m., Tuesday, March 7, 1995, in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 220 4th Avenue
South, Kent, Washington, 98032.
Section 2. The City Clerk shall give proper notice of the hearing and cause the notice
to be posted as provided by law.
Section 3. The Planning director shall obtain the necessary approval or rejection or
other information from the Public Works Department and other appropriate departments and shall -
transmit information to the Council so that the Council may consider the matter at its regularly
scheduled meeting on March 7, 1995.
Passed at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington this
_day of , 1995.
Concurred in by the Mayor of the City of Kent, this_day of , 1995.
JIM WHITE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
BRENDA JACOBER, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ROGER A. LUBOVICH, CITY ATTORNEY
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of Resolution No.
passed by the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington, the_day of 1995.
(SEAL)
STVACN#8.res BRENDA JACOBER, CITY CLERK
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 , 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: DRAINAGE UTILITY RATES - SET HEARING DATE
2 . sumMARY ST EMENT: //As recommended by the Public Works
Committee, uthoriza ion to set a Public -Hearing for
February 21st on t Drainage Utility Financial Plan &
Revenue Program. i'
3 . EXHIBITS: Public Works Minutes and Public Works Director
Memorandum
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Committee (2-1)
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
.Item No. 3H
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
" JANUARY 23, 1995
TO: Public Works Commi tee
FROM: Don Wickstrom (a
RE: Drainage Utility Rate Increase
Attached is a Six Year Financial Plan & Revenue Program for the Drainage Utility. This
Financial Plan & Revenue Program correlates to the drainage utility element of the Capital
Facility Plan presented in the City's GMA Comprehensive Plan. For this six year period,
the Capital Improvement Program, as reflected in the attached Table, is estimated to cost
$25,455,000 and it is a follow-on of the last adopted programs wherein the 1992 rate
increase was the first years' implementation thereof. It targets through 1997 the same
three projects (Garrison Creek Flood and Erosion Control Facility, Valley Detention and
Mill Creek Flood and Erosion Control) as a means of resolving major flooding problems.
After '97 the emphasis shifts to water quality improvements.
" As you are aware, the flooding conditions being addressed relates to the Mill Creek and
garrison drainage basins. The enclosed photos are a reminder of the extent of said
flooding. The focus of the '95 program is both completion of the Upper Garrison Creek
Trunk and Detention system and the construction of the Valley Detention project. Due to
the financial magnitude of the Valley Detention project, it is carried over into 1996 for
which it is the sole focus of that year. The 1997 focus is on completing the reconstruction
of the balance of the restrictive culverts along Mill Creek from the Senior Center northerly
to 76th Avenue.
With the completion of the above improvements the flooding denoted in the photos should
be a thing of the past. To finance these improvements, yearly increases are required. The
attached Table denotes what the proposed rates are. Because the rates vary from basin
to basin, depending on the improvements required therein, for '95 the proposed rate
increase ranges from $0.49 to $2.70 per month per equivalent service unit. (An equivalent
service unit equates to a single family residence). For '96 the proposed rate increase
ranges from $0.41 to $0.82 per month per equivalent service unit. The attached Table 1-1
denotes the net increase for various class of customers per the proposed '95 rate increase.
Unlike previous years whereupon presenting the program we requested just implementing
the first years' rate proposal, our request here is for the first and second year rates. We
do so because of the Valley Detention project. As noted earlier, due to the magnitude of
this project, it is proposed to be funded over a two year period. The project however,
doesn't lend itself to be readily divided efficiently into segments that correlate to the
available funding. As such, and in the hope of securing better bids, we're leaning towards
one major contract with a restrictive work requirement aligning to our cash flow scenario.
In anticipation of this in developing the Financial Plan & Revenue Program, we used an
interest rate for the sale of the bonds of 8% except for the '96 issue wherein we used 9%.
We took this conservative approach in the hopes that the proposed '96 rate, if approved
here, would not have to change should the bond interest rate fluctuate significantly. In
addition to the two year rate proposal, the total funding of the Valley Detention project has
long been perceived to be via both a utility rate increase and a U.L.I.D. within the
immediate area. We are now proposing to finance it all via a utility rate increase. We do
so because it's more cost effective and it would also enable the project to be built in '95.
All U.L.I.D.'s or L.I.D.'s have some fixed basic cost associated with the process. Due to
the size of the proposed U.L.I.D., that cost totalled over several hundred thousands of
dollars. Also, the time associated with the formation and finalizing of the U.L.I.D. with all
the hearings, protests, and etc., is extremely lengthy; particularly so when dealing with
300 to 400 property owners.
Because the success of the construction of the Valley Detention project is predicated upon
the groundwater conditions, the construction work must start on or before May 1st.
Formation of a U.L.I.D. would not lend itself to this schedule. Incorporating the U.L.I.D.
funding into the utility rate does increase the rate within the Mill Creek basin. It adds about
$1.47 per month per equivalent service unit thereto. Except for the basin which would
have had the U.L.I.D., it adds $2.30 per month per equivalent service unit. This increase
of $2.30 is slight considering the financial impacts the U.L.I.D. would have had.
It is the Public Works Department's recommendation that the Committee set a Public
Hearing date before the full Council on this Financial Plan & Revenue Program. Further
that should no significant input be received at the Hearing requiring modification of the
proposal, that the Committee recommends adopting same.
ACTION: Authorize setting a Public Hearing before the full Council on the Drainage
Utility Financial Plan & Revenue Program. Further, should no significant
testimony be offered requiring modification thereto, Committee recommends
adopting same including implementation of the first and second years' rates.
UTRATES
The resultant charges by basin which includes adjustments for LID and
potential LID debt service are as follows:
$/ESU/MONTH*
Existing
Basin Rate 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000
Westside:
Basin 0 1.75 2.24 2.66 2.76 2.89 3.03 3.10
Mill Creek (Auburn) ,
Johnson Creek, Midway
Creek & Mullen Slough
(K,L,M,D,E,F,P & N) 1.76 2.27 2.70 2.82 2.95 3.09 3.16
Eastside:
Mill Creek
Upper (G) 4.38 7.01 7.81 8.15 8.23 8.31 8.35
Lower (A) 4.51 7.17 7.99 8.49 8.89 9.36 9.39
ULID 306 (Q) 2.23 4.93 5.75 5.84 5.95 6.05 6.10
Garrison Creek
Lower (B) 2.98 4.23 4.65 4.75 4.87 4.99 5.05
Upper (J&I) 2.84 4.07 4.48 4.56 4.69 4.80 4.87
Direct (C) 2.11 3.36 3.79 4.47 4.92 5.44 5.49
Soos Creek (H) 1.75 2.24 2.66 2.76 2.89 3.03 3.10
* Includes 3.8% City utility tax plus LID debt service.
The net financial impact of the proposed rate increase is summarized in
Table 1-1.
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1995 - 2000 Capital Improvement Program
Storm Capital Projects
Description 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 Total
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Mullen Slough Flood
Control Improvement
Valley Detention 9,288 2,995 12,283
Mill Creek Flood & 1,500 1,500
Erosion Control
Garrison Creek Flood 1,140 1,140
& Erosion Facilities
Horseshoe Acre Storm 280 280
Pump Station
Miscellaneous Drainage 150 378 393 409 425 442 2,197
Improvement
Drainage Improvements in 265 865 500 418 507 2,555
,oncert with Road Improvements
3rd Avenue Storm Trunk 280 280
Stream Restoration & 42 5 47
Streamside Tree Planting
Storm Drainage Outfall 720 1,884 2,229 4,833
Treatment Facilities
Total 11,265 4,363 3,013 2,793 3,072 949 25,455
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PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
JANUARY 23, 1995
PRESENT: Paul Mann Tom Brubaker
Tim Clark May Miller
Jim Bennett Robert Taylor, MCI Metro
Don Wickstrom Brian Lauler, MCI Metro
Gary Gill
MCI Metro Franchise Agreement
Brubaker stated that pursuant to the previous Committee, he had made some changes to
the draft franchise ordinance. He said that there were two basic changes; the description
of the facilities from the telecommunication system to a fibre optic cable together with
necessary appurtenances - the idea being to clarify the purpose for which this system is
being used at this time and more importantly, clarification that the system is going to be
installed for the sole purpose of conducting a telephone business as defined by the
applicable RCW. Any use outside that will require an addendum to this franchise or an
entirely different franchise agreement. Brubaker further explained that the other major
change is that this has been drafted as a 5 year franchise rather than a 10 year franchise
although it is automatically renewable at the end of the 5 year period. This draft includes
some restrictive language which requires MCI Metro to provide the City with written notice
of the automatic renewal date 6 months prior to the renewal date.
Brian Lauler noted they (MCI) preferred that the language"telecommunication" rather than
"fibre optic cable" remain in the agreement because MCI cannot assure that 100% of the
installation will be fibre optic. Committee concurred that "telecommunication" would
remain in the agreement
Committee unanimously recommended authorization to set February 7th as the first
reading (review) of the MCI Metro Franchise Agreement followed by the second reading
on February 21 st with the appropriate language as set forth.
Drainage Utility Rates
Wickstrom explained that we are proposing a 6 year Capital Improvement Program which
totals $25,455,00 over that six year program. He stated that the first three years '95, '96
and '97 address our flooding concerns. Wickstrom said that previously we were looking
at just financing the first year rate however we have a major project, which is the Valley
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Detention, and that could take two years to fund because of its size. We are proposing
to look at '95 and '96 rates - the '96 rates would not go into affect until January 1, 1996
but it would be part of our recommendation to include those two year rates increase.
Wickstrom said that the '95 program is primarily concentrating on the Valley Detention
project (a $9 Million project) and the flooding up on Garrison Creek. He said that we have
constructed the trunk system up thru the Benson Shopping Center however, all that does
is push the water down into the valley. He explained that a big part of resolving the
flooding issue is constructing a detention system at the top of 98th Ave. Wickstrom further
said that '96 is strictly financing the Lagoon project and '97 is to finish financing of
reconstruction of the culverts along Mill Creek. With said reconstruction the flooding
problems along Mill Creek from Bowen Scarff to the Senior Center would be resolved. To
do so will require that we replace all the existing culverts that cross the various roads and
some of the driveways. In order to do that, we will be spending about $800,000; in '97 we
will have the balance of the money to complete it. Wickstrom said that by the end of'97
we should have all the flooding issues addressed that were originally brought forward. In
'98 thru the year 2000, we will be primarily addressing water quality problems.
Wickstrom stated that the '95 rate increase is a basin by basin rate; it varies with the basin.
It has a basic charge that everyone pays and if a resident is in a basin that has alot of
capital improvements than that basin specifically pays for those types of improvements.
Wickstrom said that our proposed rate increase varies from a low of $0.49 per month/per
single family residence to as high as $2.70 per month. The '96 rate will add another $0.41
per month to as high as $0.82 per month/per single family residence. Wickstrom
referenced a Table which shows the net impact for various class of customers.
Wickstrom explained that the other issue in this rate increase proposal is that instead of
forming the ULID which we were originally looking at to help finance the Valley Detention
project, we want to put those costs into the rate structure. He stated that the only reason
we looked at a ULID in the past is because when we started the project, we didn't have
a Drainage Utility. He said if we were to do a ULID, we would not be able to construct the
project this year and in order to implement it we need to get the project under contract by
May. We will be moving 600,000 yds of material and groundwater is a key factor. In
order to move that amount of yardage in one year we have to begin now; we couldn't get
a ULID formed with all the preliminary meetings, hearings and protests. Wickstrom said
that in retrospect, we feel it is easier to implement; we just fold it into the rate; we can do
the project this year and start to show some proof of the money that we will be spending.
Wickstrom said that if the Committee concurs, we suggest that a public hearing be held
and take testimony.
In response to Clark's question on funding of the Lagoon project, Wickstrom stated that
the rate increase for same is to be born by the customers within that basin. He said the
primary reason we are asking for a two year rate increase; one now and one which would
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automatically go into affect January 1st is, that would enable us to award the Lagoon
project as one contract. He said that otherwise we would need to break it up into a $9
Million contract; and a $3 Million contract but because the way the project all fits together,
it doesn't break up that simply. He explained that the big bulk of the work is excavating.
It doesn't lend itself to separate out $3 Million worth of the work and have a separate
contract in 1996. Clark said that in essence we are asking to fund two projects in one.
Wickstrom said that approving a rate in '95 and approving a'96 rate will allow us to award
the Lagoon project as one big project. Wickstrom stated that if we don't have approval of
the second year rate increase, we can't guarantee that we would have the money; the
plans and specs would then have to be cut back in such a manner to get one contract
under$8 Million and than another worth $3 - $4 Million the following year, which would be
much more difficult to get good bids.
Wickstrom explained that the ULID related to a specific basin; the balance was to be
financed by the remaining portion of that same basin. We merely separated out a little
portion of this bigger basin to finance its share by the ULID vs. a rate increase. In
response to Bennett, Wickstrom said that everybody in Mill Creek basin is paying for this
particular project because it is benefitted and impacted by everybody within that basin.
Bennett opened discussion on the manner in which the "Action" requested on this item was
worded and took exception with a portion of it. He said he would not vote at this time, to
accept rates until he hears from the people that are affected by these rates. Clark stated
that this was the purpose of the hearing.
Committee voted 2-1, to authorize setting a Public Hearing before the full Council on the
Drainage Utility Financial Plan & Revenue Program. Further, should no significant
testimony be offered requiring modification thereto, Committee recommends adopting
same including implementation of the first and second years' rates.
West Titus Street - Street Vacation
Wickstrom explained that this is a portion of Titus Street, west of 5th Avenue wherein we
have received a petition for vacation and this is a request to set a public hearing date for
that vacation request.
Committee unanimously recommended setting a hearing date for the Titus St. street
vacation.
Charge in Lieu of Assessment - 116th Ave Watermain
Wickstrom stated that this portion of 116th Ave is a part of the 277th Corridor; the
developer will be regrading that area associated with the development of Kingstone Plat
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7. 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: CHARGE IN LIEU OF ASSESSMENT - 116TH AVENUE WATER
MAIN '^`
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: In conjunction with the 272nd/277th
Corridor project, a portion of 116th Ave. SE near SE 270th St.
is to be lowered, exposing the watermain. As such, the City
has relocated the watermain to accommodate the new road
construction. A portion of the main was also relocated to a
new alignment to accommodate the layout of the new plat of
Kingstone. A Charge in Lieu of Assessment originally existed
on the main and the Public Works Dept. requests that this
Charge in Lieu of Assessment be relocated to the new fronting
properties, as recommended by the Public Works Committee.
3 . EXHIBITS: Public Works Minutes, Public Works Director
Memorandum and vicinity maps
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Committee
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
'ACTION:
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Council Agenda
Item No. 3I
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
JANUARY 23, 1995
TO: Public Works Committee
FROM: Don Wickstromu
RE: Charge-in-Lieu of Assessment - 116th Avenue SE Watermain
In conjunction with the 272nd/277th Street Corridor project, a portion of 116th Avenue
SE near SE 270th Street is to be lowered, exposing the watermain. Therefore, the
watermain has been relocated to accommodate the new road construction. A portion
of the main was also relocated to a new alignment to accommodate the layout of the
new plat of Kingstone. (Refer to attached map)
The original main is encumbered with a Charge-in-lieu of Assessment. In order for the
City to collect these charges for the realigned portion of the main, a new Charge-in-
lieu-of Assessment on the now serviceable properties must be approved by Council
and recorded.
The original collectable amount was $13,223.05. The affected property includes 11
lots in the plat of Kingstone and a larger unplatted parcel with the potential of 6 new
lots. For the 17 total lots, the cost is $777.83 per lot. For the unplatted area a potential
six lot charge ($4,666.98), converts to $0.10269 per square foot.
ACTION: Authorization to record the Charge-in-Lieu of Assessment and collect the
specified fees at the time of permit application.
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automatically go into affect January 1 st. That would enable us to award this one mega
project, out of one contract. He said that otherwise we would need to break it up into a $3
Million contract; and a $9 Million contract because the way the project all fits together, it
doesn't break that simply. He explained that the big bulk of the work is excavating. It
doesn't lend itself to separate out $3 Million worth of the work and have a separate
contract in 1996. Clark said that in essence we are asking to fund two projects in one.
Wickstrom said that approving a rate in '95 and approving a'96 rate will allow us to award
the Lagoon project as one big project. Wickstrom stated that if we don't have that second
year rate increase, we can't guarantee that we would have any money; the plans and
specs would have to be cut back in such a manner to get one contract under$8 Million
and than another worth $3 - $4 Million the following year, which would be much more
difficult to get good bids.
Wickstrom explained that the ULID related to a specific basin; the balance was to be
financed by the balance of the same basin. We merely separated out a little portion of this
bigger basin to finance its share by the ULID vs. a rate increase. In response to Bennett,
Wickstrom said that everybody in Mill Creek basin is paying for this particular project
because it is benefitted and impacted by everybody within that basin.
Bennett opened discussion on the manner in which the "Action" requested on this item was
worded and took exception with a portion of it. He said he would not vote at this time, to
accept rates until he hears from the people that are affected by these rates. Clark stated
that this was the purpose of the hearing.
Committee voted 2-1, to authorize setting a Public Hearing before the full Council on the
Drainage Utility Financial Plan & Revenue Program. Further, should no significant
testimony be offered requiring modification thereto, Committee recommends adopting
same including implementation of the first and second years' rates.
West Titus Street - Street Vacation
Wickstrom explained that this is a portion of Titus Street, west of 5th Avenue wherein we
have received a petition for vacation and this is a request to set a public hearing date for
that vacation request.
Committee unanimously recommended setting a hearing date for the Titus St. street
vacation.
Charge in Lieu of Assessment - 116th Ave Watermain
Wickstrom stated that this portion of 116th Ave is a part of the 277th Corridor; the
developer will be regrading that area associated with the development of Kingstone Plat
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which will expose the existing 12 waterline. Wickstrom explained that we relocated the
main to the west and put it along 117th PI and tied it back down into the watermain on the
south end. He said that there was a Charge in Lieu of Assessment on the main to begin
with and in its relocated area, we are requesting the relocation of that Charge in Lieu of
Assessment to the new fronting properties. Wickstrom noted that these properties will
only be paying the 1975 dollar amounts that we originally established.
Committee unanimously recommended recording the Charge in Lieu of Assessment and
collect the specified fees at the time of permit application.
Frager Road Guardrail Installation
Wickstrom explained that this is a guardrail for the balance of Frager Rd.; it is an ISTEA
grant for$72,222 and we are asking that the Mayor be authorized to sign the agreement.
Committee unanimously recommended authorization for the Mayor to sign the agreement
and establish the budget for same.
St Improvements/No Protest LID Covenants
Wickstrom explained that this was an issue that came forward when we formed the Rust's
LID about whether or not we should start requiring improvements up-front vs. grant LID
covenants. Wickstrom referred to three Ordinances which allows us to require up front
improvements and also Ordinance#2224 which allows us to require certain improvements
with a building permit. That particular ordinance authorizes the use of No Protest LID
covenants as a means to do so, particularly when the adjoining or abutting properties are
substandard. He noted that this is the direction we have been following over the years and
we have formed a lot of LTD's. Wickstrom referred to a list of LIDs in the Committee
packets. The covenants also had a part to play in these and that totaled up to about $32
Million worth of improvements; the LID paid almost $25 Million. Wickstrom noted that he
strongly felt that we wouldn't have these projects if we took a parcel by parcel approach.
We would end up with a hodge podge of misaligned and mismatched pieces of
improvements because these developments don't occur adjacent to each other; nor
simultaneously. Over time, there are different engineers doing the design of a particular
road section; the engineer's design needs to not only address the existing conditions but
it also must meet an ultimate plan which in some cases, we don't know what that ultimate
plan is for that particular road section. He also went on to say that different inspectors and
different plan reviewers would be involved on the City's behalf; so when trying to combine
all these together for a well finished product, it's difficult to do when talking about a parcel
by parcel approach.
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 . 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: FRAGER ROAD GUARDRAIL --AGREIIKENT- -
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT:
Commjt-t a uthorization for the Mayor to sign the Local _Agency
A reement for the Frager Road Guardrail Installation Grant
funding from Is or t�iis prolect_.%_avai abler an
establishment of the budget for same o3
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3 . EXHIBITS: Public Works Minutes and Public Works Director
Memorandum
4 . RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Committee
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 3J
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
January 9, 1995
TO: Public Works Comm ttee
FROM: Don Wickstrom, Pu lic Works Director
SUBJECT: Frager Road Guardrail Installation
The Public Works Department is requesting that Council authorize the Mayor to sign the Local
Agency Agreement for the above referenced project. The primary purpose of this project is to install
missing sections of guardrail between Frager Road and the Green River on Frager Road between
Meeker St. and S. 212th St..
Grant funding from ISTEA (Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act) for this project is
available in the amount of $72,222 dollars. The mayor has previously signed this agreement
therefore, this action is only to establish the budget.
ACTION: Authorize the signing of the agreement and the establishment of the budget for same.
which will expose the existing 12towaterline. Wickstrom explained that we relocated the
main to the west and put it along 117th PI and tied it back down into the watermain on the
south end. He said that there was a Charge in Lieu of Assessment on the main to begin
with and in its relocated area, we are requesting the relocation of that Charge in Lieu of
Assessment to the new fronting properties. Wickstrom noted that these properties will
only be paying the 1975 dollar amounts that we originally established.
Committee unanimously recommended recording the Charge in Lieu of Assessment and
collect the specified fees at the time of permit application.
Frager Road Guardrail Installation
Wickstrom explained that this is a guardrail for the balance of Frager Rd.; it is an ISTEA
grant for$72,222 and we are asking that the Mayor be authorized to sign the agreement.
Committee unanimously recommended authorization for the Mayor to sign the agreement
and establish the budget for same.
St Improvements/No Protest LID Covenants
Wickstrom explained that this was an issue that came forward when we formed the Rust's
LID about whether or not we should start requiring improvements up-front vs. grant LID
covenants. Wickstrom referred to three Ordinances which allows us to require up front
improvements and also Ordinance#2224 which allows us to require certain improvements
with a building permit. That particular ordinance authorizes the use of No Protest LID
covenants as a means to do so, particularly when the adjoining or abutting properties are
substandard. He noted that this is the direction we have been following over the years and
we have formed a lot of LTD's. Wickstrom referred to a list of LIDs in the Committee
packets. The covenants also had a part to play in these and that totaled up to about $32
Million worth of improvements; the LID paid almost $25 Million. Wickstrom noted that he
strongly felt that we wouldn't have these projects if we took a parcel by parcel approach.
We would end up with a hodge podge of misaligned and mismatched pieces of
improvements because these developments don't occur adjacent to each other; nor
simultaneously. Over time, there are different engineers doing the design of a particular
road section; the engineer's design needs to not only address the existing conditions but
it also must meet an ultimate plan which in some cases, we don't know what that ultimate
plan is for that particular road section. He also went on to say that different inspectors and
different plan reviewers would be involved on the City's behalf; so when trying to combine
all these together for a well finished product, it's difficult to do when talking about a parcel
by parcel approach.
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7, 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: JULIE'S ADDITION FINAL PLAT FSU-94-7 ET-MEEiTRri.,
_DA4rE-
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: Authorization to set February 21, 1995
as the date for a public meeting to consider a final plat
application made by Bargausen Consulting Engineers, Inc. This
subdivision was originally approved in King County as a pre-
liminary plat. Appropriate City departments met to consider
this plat on December 21, 1994 and concurred that the plat
meets City requirements. The plat is 4 .561 acres in size,
consists of 17 lots, and is located between 114th Avenue S.E.
and 116th Avenue S.E. on S.E. 264th Place.
3 . EXHIBITS: None
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Staff
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT• NO ✓ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 3K
Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7. 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: Confirmation of the Mayor's reappoint-
ment of Janette Nuss to continue serving as a member of the
Kent Planning Commission. Ms. Nuss' new term will continue to
12/31/2000.
Confirmation of the Mayor's appointment of Mike Pattison
to serve as a member of the Kent Planning Commission.
Mr. Pattison will replace Raymond Ward, whose term expired.
His new term will continue to 12/31/2000.
3 . EXHIBITS: Memorandum from Mayor White
4 . RECOMMENDED BY: Mayor White
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO ✓ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION:
Council Agenda
.Item No. 3L
MEMORANDUM
TO: JUDY WOODS, CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: JIM WHITE, MAY
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DATE: JANUARY 31, 1995
SUBJECT: APPOINTMENT AND REAPPOINTMENT TO KENT PLANNING COMMISSION
I have recently reappointed Janette Nuss to continue serving as a member of the Kent Planning
Commission. Ms.Nuss' new appointment will continue to 12/31/2000.
I have recently appointed Mike Pattison to serve as a member of the Kent Planning Commission. Mr.
Pattison is a Kent resident who is very interested in Kenfs future growth and development. He will replace
Raymond Ward,who's term expired, and his appointment will continue to 12/31/2000.
I submit this for your confirmation.
JW.jb
cc: Jim Harris, Planning Director
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 . 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: ARTS COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: Confirmation of the Mayor's appointment
of Sherri Ourada and Shannon McMurry to serve as members of the
Kent Arts Commission. Ms. Ourada will replace JoAnn Brady, who
resigned, and her term will continue to 10/31/97. Ms. McMurry
will replace Keiko Cullen, who resigned, and her appointment
will continue to 10/31/95.
3 . EXHIBITS: Memorandum from Mayor White
4 . RECOMMENDED BY: Mayor White
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO ✓ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 3M
MEMORANDUM
TO: JUDY WOODS, CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: JIM WHITE,MA
DATE: JANUARY 31, 1995
SUBJECT: APPOINTMENTS TO KENT ARTS COMMISSION
I have recently appointed Sherri Ourada and Shannon McMurry to serve as members of the Kent Arts
Commission
Ms. Ourada is a Kent resident and has been involved in numerous arts-related community activities. She
has had a long-time interest in the arts and has volunteered her time at many functions sponsored by the
Kent Cultural Arts Division. Ms.Ourada will replace JoAnn Brady,who resigned, and her appointment will
continue to 10/31/97.
I have also appointed Shannon McMurry to serve as an Arts Commission member. Ms. McMurry is also
an advocate of the arts and has served on many boards and committees connected with the arts here in the
Pacific Northwest. Ms. McMurry will replace Keiko Cullen, who resigned and her appointment will
continue to 10/31/95.
1 submit this for your confirmation.
JW:jb
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 , 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: LID 346 - S. 212TH STREET
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: Authorization to set March 21st as the
public hearing date on the Final Assessment Roll for LID 3 6-S
212th Street Sidewalks & Street Lighting.
3 . EXHIBITS: Vicinity map
4 . RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Director
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS•
7 . CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 3N
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 . 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: LINDENTAL, PHASE II - BILL OF SALE
2 . SUMMARY ST TEMENT: s recommended by the Public Works
Director, uthorization o accept the Bill of Sale for
Lindental, Phase II submi ed by Ralph D. Guthrie & Gertrude 0.
Guthrie for continuous opera ion and maintenance of 370 feet of
watermain extension, 500 feet sanitary sewers, 375 feet of
street improvements and 210 fee of storm sewers, and release
of bonds after expiration periods The project is located at SE
265th P1. & 116th Ave. SE.
3 . EXHIBITS: Vicinity map
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Director
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7 . CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 , 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: WHEELCHAIR RAMPS, PHASE II - ACCEPT AS COMPLETE
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: As recommended by the Public Works
Director, uthorization to ept as complete the contract with
Gary Merlino Construction for t Wheelchair Ramp Improvements
Phase II project and release of re inage after State releases.
The original contract was $51, 100. 00 The final construction
was $53 ,400. 00.
3 . EXHIBITS: None
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Director
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT• NOV_ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 3P
Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7. 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: JAMES STREET/212TH STREET WATER MAIN REPLACEMENTS
AND 212TH STREET STORM SEWER REPLACEMENT --ACCFJx.El--
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: As recommended by the Public Works
Director, Authorization to acc complete the contract with
Lloyd Enterprises, Inc. for the James reet/212th Street Water
Main Replacements; 212th Street Storm Se Replacement project
and release of retainage after State releas The original
contract was $466, 663 .75. The final construction cost was
$498,754. 03 .
3 . EXHIBITS: Vicinity maps
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Director
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO ✓ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
.ACTION:
Council Agenda
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7. 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: S. 212TH STREET REBUILD PT AS CO
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: As recommended by the Public Works
Director, authorization to accept as mplete the contract with
Lloyd Enterprises, Inc. for the S. 212th reet Rebuild project
and release of retainage after State released The original
contract was $103 ,423 . 00. The final construction cost was
$99, 622 . 60.
3 . EXHIBITS: Vicinity map
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Director
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7. 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK REHABILITATION PHASE I ---AeetT1TL-
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: As recommended by the Public Works
Committee, authorizaton to accept as complete the contract
with R. E. Bailey Construction for the Downtown Sidewalk
Rehabilitation Phase I project and release of retainage after
State releases. L The original contract was $157, 632 .90. The
final construction cost is $186,863 .96, the overage being due
to unforeseen conditions encountered in the field, i.e. ,
sidewalks built on top of older sidewalks. Adequate funds
within the sidewalk fund exist to cover this overage.
3 . EXHIBITS: Public Works Committee Minutes and Public Works
Director Memorandum
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Committee
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO ✓ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 3S
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
JANUARY 9, 1995
TO: Public Works Committee
FROM: Don Wickstromb"..1
RE: Downtown Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase I
Accept as Complete
This project consisted of replacing existing cement concrete sidewalks damaged by
tree roots with new cement concrete sidewalk. The project also included filling Railroad
Park at the northeast corner of Titus Street & First Avenue and, providing new storm
drainage. The project was awarded to R.E. Bailey Construction for bid amount of
$157,632.90. The final construction cost is $186,863.96.
This contract exceeded the bid amount due to unforeseen conditions encountered in
the field such as sidewalks built on top of older sidewalks, drainage problems at the
curb on some streets and additions to the project deemed necessary to maintain the
overall appearance of the area.
Adequate funds within the sidewalk fund exist to cover this overage.
ACTION: Recommend project be accepted as complete.
Committee unanimously recommended that the Carnaby Street Sidewalks project be
accepted as complete.
(� Downtown Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase I- Accept as Complete
'—Y Wickstrom noted that this project has similar conditions - in this case it was a rehab
project. In this project an old sidewalk was found under the existing sidewalk which
became a cost item to the contractor. He said the downtown area is old and it was difficult
to anticipate many conditions. This lead to a higher cost for the project than was
anticipated.
Committee unanimously recommended that the Downtown Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase
I project be accepted as complete.
Derbyshire Watermain Replacement - Accept as Complete
Wickstrom explained that on this project, the material was extemely poor and we ended
up using more asphalt. The County wanted us to overlay the entire road and to avoid that,
they restricted us to 3' of the shoulder and more imported material was required. As a
result, this increased the cost of the project.
Committee unanimously recommended that the Derbyshire Watermain Replacement
project be accepted as complete.
LID 342 - Smith Street Sidewalks - Accept as Complete
Wickstrom stated that this project exceeded the bid amount primarily due to landscaping
problems which we felt we could remold the landscape area. However, there were
significant trees involved and the end result was that it was necessary to build a retaining
wall which we felt would preserve the landscaping as well as keep the public relations with
the neighbors.
Committee unanimously recommended that the LID 342 Smith Street Sidewalks project be
accepted as complete.
Added items:
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 . 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: DRAFT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CPA-94-1
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2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: Authorization togrefer the Draft Kent
Comprehensive Plan (CPA-94-1) to the City Council Planning
Committee to conduct such meetings and/or hearings it deems
necessary in order to develop a recommendation for
consideration by the full City Council.
The Draft Kent Comprehensive Plan was forwarded to the City
Council by the Mayor on January 5, 1995 following a year-long
review process by the Planning Commission. The City Council
held a workshop on the draft plan on January 17, 1995 and also
conducted a tour of the planning area on January 21, 1995.
3 . EXHIBITS: Memo
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Planning Commission
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO ✓ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7 . CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
.ACTION:
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Council Agenda
Item No. 3T
CITY OF
CITY OF KENT
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
(206) 859-3390
MEMORANDUM
February 2, 1995
TO: MAYOR JIM WHITE AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: JAMES P. HARRIS, PLANNING DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: DRAFT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
On February 7 the City Council formally begins deliberation of the Draft Kent Comprehensive
Plan. Last month, you received a memorandum from Mayor White which included four
addenda made by the Planning Commission to the Draft Comprehensive Plan, dated July 18,
1994. These addenda, together with the July 18 draft plan, constitute the complete
recommendation of the Planning Commission.
In addition to the addenda recommended by the Planning Commission, the Commission also
asked during their deliberations that staff work together with the Kent Chamber of Commerce,
the Transit Advisory Board, and the Bicycle Advisory Board to consider changes to the
nonmotorized goals and policies in the Transportation Element. The Commission requested that
these changes be made as part of the Council's deliberation on the draft plan. Staff from the
Public Works Department has been working with these groups, and revised policies are being
drafted and reviewed by these organizations. Revised policies will then be forwarded to you,
and should be added to the other items you previously received.
Planning Department staff is also working on some modifications to the Land Use Plan Map for
the Meridian Annexation Area, pursuant to Resolution#1420 which was adopted at your January
17 meeting. These modifications are being made based on new parcel data which has been
added to the City's Geographic Information System, and new information on existing King
County zoning designations in this area. The amendments to the land use plan map based on
these modifications will also be forwarded to you as part of your review of the Draft
Comprehensive Plan.
If you have any questions prior to the February 7 meeting, please contact Kevin O'Neill at 850-
4799.
cc: Fred Satterstrom, Planning Manager
Kevin O'Neill, Senior Planner
Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 , 1995
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PROPOSED ANNEXATION AREAS
BETWEEN KING COUNTY, FEDERAL WAY AND KENT
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: Approval of and authorization for the
Mayor to sign the Interlocal Agreement for proposed annexation
areas between King County, Federal Way and Kent, as approved by
the City Council Planning Committee.
3 . EXHIBITS: Agreement and City Council Planning Committee
minutes of 1/17/95
4 . RECOMMENDED BY: Planning Committee
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO ✓ YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS•
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 3U
AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN KING COUNTY AND THE
CITIES OF FEDERAL WAY AND KENT
RELATING TO POTENTIAL ANNEXATION AREA DESIGNATION
THIS IS AN AGREEMENT between King County, a home rule charter
county, a political subdivision of the State of Washington,
hereinafter referred to as the "County" and the Cities of Federal
Way, a non-charter code city ( "Federal Way" ) , and Kent, a municipal
corporation of the State of Washington ( "Kent" ) , hereinafter
collectively referred to as the "Cities . "
. RECITALS :
A. Pursuant to RCW 36 . 70A. 110 (2) , the Washington State
Growth Management Act of 1990 as amended requires each City within
the County to propose the location of an urban growth area, and
B . The Countywide Planning Policies adopted and approved by
Ordinance 10450 on July 6 by the County Council and ratified by
Cities within the County, establishes rules for designating City
potential annexation areas within the countywide urban growth
boundary, and
C. Countywide Planning Policy LU-19 states that in
collaboration with adjacent counties and cities and King County,
and in consultation with residential groups in affected areas, each
City shall designate a Potential Annexation Area (PAA) , and
D. It is in the public interest that the jurisdictions
cooperate to designate logical and achievable PAA boundaries;
NOW THEREFORE, the County and the Cities hereby agree :
1 . PURPOSE.
The purpose of this Agreement is to confirm the decision made
between the Cities and the County for the identification of
PAA boundaries .
2 . DEFINITIONS
Potential Annexation Area (PAA) The unincorporated urban
area adjacent to a City, within which urban growth shall be
encouraged and phased, and which is expected to annex to the
city. Annexation is expected to occur sometime during the
next 20 years at which time the city will provide services and
utilities . Potential Annexation Area is another term for a
Cities' Urban Growth Area.
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AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN KING COUNTY
AND THE CITIES OF FEDERAL WAY AND KENT
RELATING TO PAA
Urban Growth Areas: Areas proposed by the Cities and
designated by the County within which urban growth shall be
encouraged and phased and outside of which growth can occur
only if it is not urban in nature . An Urban Growth Area is
another term for Potential Annexation Area .
Urban Growth Boundary: The boundary marking the limit between
the urban growth areas and other areas such as rural and
resource area where urban growth is not permitted. The
boundary shall be designated by the County in consultation
with the appropriate Cities, under the requirement of the
Growth Management Act, as amended.
3 . PUBLIC PROCESS.
The designation of PAAs in Exhibit A (map and written
description) and the corresponding obligations of the County
and Cities are of interest to a variety of affected parties,
including property owners, area residents, the general public,
special service districts and the municipalities .
4 . RELATIONSHIP TO EXISTING LAWS AND STATUTES.
This Agreement in no way modifies nor supersedes existing laws
and statutes and is consistent with existing laws and
statutes . In meeting the commitments encompassed in this
Agreement, all parties will comply with the requirements of
the Annexation Statutes, Open Meetings Act, State
Environmental Policy Act, Growth Management Act and Countywide
Planning Policies for King County.
5 . RESPONSIBILITIES :
The County and Cities that are parties to this Agreement shall
cooperate in the administration of the following actions
related to unincorporated lands within this Agreement as
follows :
A. This Agreement shall establish the responsibility for
designation of potential annexation areas .
(i) The County shall attempt to reach agreement with
the Cities on the location of an urban growth area
[potential annexation area) . If such an agreement
is not reached, the County shall justify in writing
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AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN KING COUNTY
AND THE CITIES OF FEDERAL WAY AND KENT
RELATING TO PAA
why it so designated the area an urban growth area
[potential annexation area) . [RCW 36 . 70A. 110 (2) )
(ii) The County and Cities acknowledge the PAA boundary
described in Exhibit A (map and written
description) .
(iii) The Cities will annex territory only within their
designated PAAs .
(iv) The Cities and the County shall conduct a public
involvement process that includes workshops,
survey, hearings, or other methods in areas within
the PAA, prior to inclusion of any additional areas
within the PAA.
6 . FUTURE RESPONSIBILITIES
Within one year of the effective date of this Agreement, the
County and Cities shall create an addendum to this Agreement
which shall establish the responsibility for the County and
Cities to address lands within the PAA which are not practical
to annex at the time of development . The addendum shall
specifically address :
(i) Definition of appropriate land uses and applicable
zoning.
(ii) Adoption of minimum development standards .
(iii) Establishment of service providers and service standards .
(iv) Impact mitigation.
(v) The timing of annexations within the potential annexation
area .
7 . AMENDMENTS.
Any party' s failure to participate in the creation of this
annexation shall be deemed as that party' s approval of the
addendum and waiver of protest as to its content .
A. A city which desires to modify the Potential Annexation
Area shall contact all other parties to this Agreement to
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AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN KING COUNTY
AND THE CITIES OF FEDERAL WAY AND KENT
RELATING TO PAA
begin discussions regarding potential annexation area
boundary amendments . The County and the Cities agree to
participate in such discussions when called by another
city. Either Party is authorized to call a meeting upon
30 days written notice .
B . The proposed modifications shall be supported by written
evidence of a significant change in one of the criteria
listed in paragraph 6D. below. The Cities and the County
shall concur that the substantial change warrants an
amendment to the original designated potential annexation
area .
C. A public process shall be conducted regarding an
amendment to a potential annexation area.
D. Criteria for Designation of Potential Annexation Areas
o Recognition of resident community identification.
e Financial and technical ability to provide
municipal services .
• Creation of logical service areas (vehicular
accessibility and utility construction) .
• Recognition of physical boundaries .
Bodies of water
Topographical features
Watersheds
Freeways
• Protection of critical/resource areas significant
to a particular jurisdiction.
Protection of critical areas
Opportunities for urban separators
• Logical boundaries .
Elimination of unincorporated islands
No overlapping potential annexation areas
E. The proposed amended PAA agreement shall be submitted to
the respective legislative authorities for approval .
8 . DURATION AND TERMINATION.
This Agreement is effective upon signature of both parties and
shall continue in effect from year to year unless terminated
by a six month written notice by one party to the others .
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AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN KING COUNTY
AND THE CITIES OF FEDERAL WAY AND KENT
RELATING TO PAA
9 . SEVERABILITY CLAUSE
Any provision of this Agreement which is declared invalid or
illegal shall in no way affect or invalidate any other
provision hereof and such other provisions shall remain in
full force and effect .
10 . INDEMNIFICATION
Each party shall indemnify and hold harmless the other parties
and their officers, agents, and employees, or any of them from
any and all claims, actions, suits, liability, loss, costs,
expenses and damages of any nature whatsoever, by reason of or
arising out of any negligent act or omission of that' s party,
its officers, agents and employees, or any of them, in the
performance of this Agreement .
11 . ADMINISTRATION
This Agreement shall be administered by:
A. The County Manager of Planning and Community Development
Division, or the Manager' s designee, and,
B . The Federal Way City Manager or the City Manager' s
designee, and
C. The Mayor of Kent or the Mayor' s designee .
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement this
day of , 1995 .
KING COUNTY CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
King County Executive Kenneth E. Nyberg, City Manager
Date Date
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AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN KING COUNTY
AND THE CITIES OF FEDERAL WAY AND KENT
RELATING TO PAA
Approved as to Form: Approved as to Form:
King County Prosecuting Attorney City Attorney
CITY OF KENT
BY
Mayor Jim White
Date
Approved as to Form:
City Attorney
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CITY COUNCIL PLANNING COMMITTEE MINUTES
January 17, 1995 4 : 00 PM
Committee Members Present City Attorney' s Office
Leona Orr, Chair Roger Lubovich
Jon Johnson
Tim Clark
Planning Staff Other City Staff
Margaret Porter May Miller
Fred Satterstrom
Jim Harris
Other Guests
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN KENT AND FEDERAL WAY - (J. Harris)
Planning Director Jim Harris reviewed the final draft of the
Interlocal Agreement between Kent and Federal Way that was included
in the agenda packet . This interlocal agreement will officially
establish the Potential Annexation Area (PAA) boundary between the
two cities and will fulfill the intent of the City Council and the
County-wide Planning Policies . Mr. Harris addressed a few minor
changes : 1) On page 3 , No. 6, the addendum was not currently
available so the City' s Law Department changed the wording to be
able to create an addendum within one year of the effective date;
2) Page 5, No. 10, relating to indemnification, the City' s Law
Department recommended this shorter version and stated this is all
that is needed. Jim reported Federal Way' s City Council has
approved this agreement . Also, a better map was prepared.
Councilmember Johnson MOVED and Councilmember Clark SECONDED a
motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement between Kent and Federal
Way and for this item to put on the consent calendar on February 7,
1995 . Motion carried.
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111A
Kent City Council Meeting
Date February 7 . 1995
Category Other Business
1. SUBJECT: MCI METRO FRANCHISE - INTRODUCTION AND FIRST
READING
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: This franchise, when authorized, will
allow MCI Metro Access Transmission Services, Inc. to install a
portion of its regional fiber optic telecommunications system
in the City of Kent. The franchise is being introduced only
tonight. State law prohibits enactment of street franchises on
the same day of their introduction.
3 . EXHIBITS: Franchise ordinance
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Committee
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO YES X
MCI will pay the City $7,500 for filing fees and administrative
costs.
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $ -0-
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
that the MCI Metro Franchise ordinance be placed on the
February 21 Council agenda for consideration and passage.
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 4A
ORDINANCE NO .
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AN ORDINANCE of the City of Kent,
Washington, granting unto MCI Metro Access
Transmission Services, Inc . , ( "METRO" ) , a
Delaware corporation, its successors and
assigns, the right, privilege, authority and
franchise for five years, to construct,
maintain, operate, replace and repair a
telecommunications system, in, across, under,
through, above and below certain designated
public rights-of-way and public properties of
the City of Kent, Washington for the sole
purpose of conducting a telephone business as
defined in RCW 82 . 04 . 065 as now enacted or
hereafter amended.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE"CITY OF KENT, WASHINGTON DOES HEREBY
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS :
Section 1 . Franchise Granted. Pursuant to RCW 35A. 47 . 040 ,
the City of Kent, Washington (hereinafter the "City" ) hereby
grants to MCI Metro Access Transmission Services, Inc . , a
Delaware corporation (hereinafter "METRO" ) , its heirs,
successors, administrators, legal representatives and assigns,
subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, a franchise
for a period of five years, commencing on the effective date of
this ordinance .
MCI METRO FRANCHISE--Page 1 of 21 fni: 02/02/95
This franchise shall grant METRO the right , privilege and
authority to construct, operate, maintain, replace, and use all
.. necessary equipment and facilities thereto for a
telecommunications system, in, under, on, across, through or
below the public right-of-ways and public places located in the
City of Kent . Subject to the provisions of RCW 35A. 14 . 900 , these
franchise privileges shall extend automatically to all additional
territory annexed by the City during the term of this franchise,
subject to the rights, privileges and limitations established in
this franchise .
This franchise shall automatically renew for one (1)
additional five year term only upon the occurrence of the
following conditions :
(a) METRO provides the City written notice, delivered by
certified mail to the City' s Public Works Director and to
the City Clerk, at least 240 but not less than 180 days
prior to the termination of the original five-year term, of
the pending expiration of this franchise;
(b) The notice must specifically refer to this franchise by
its City Ordinance Number, must inform the City of the
franchise ' s expiration date, must specifically reference
this franchise provision, and further must inform the City
that this franchise will automatically renew for one
additional five-year term, unless the City provides, within
ninety (90) days of receipt of METRO ' s notice, written notice
MCI METRO FRANCHISE--Page 2 of 21 fnl: 02/02/95
to METRO of its decision not to renew or to re-open
negotiations of this franchise .
METRO' s failure to comply with any part of these franchise
renewal conditions shall cause this franchise to fully terminate
, at the end of the initial five-year term.
The rights and privileges granted under this franchise
shall not convey any right to METRO for the use of City-owned,
leased or operated properties outside of the franchise area
described above .
This franchise does not convey warranty or title or any
interest in City rights-of-way. Nor does this franchise convey
any interest in any particular location in City rights-of-way.
Section 2 . Non Exclusive Franchise Grant . This
franchise is granted upon the express condition that it shall not
in any manner prevent the City from granting other or further
franchises in, along, over, through, under, below or across any
of said right-of-ways, streets, avenues or all other public lands
and properties of every type and description. This franchise
shall in no way prevent or prohibit the City from using any of
its roads, streets or other public properties or affect its
jurisdiction over them or any part of them, and the City shall
retain power to make all necessary changes, relocations, repairs,
maintenance, establishment, improvement, and dedication of same
as the City may deem fit , including the dedication,
establishment, maintenance, and improvement of all new
MCI METRO FRANCHISE--Page 3 of 21 fnl: 02/02/95
rights-of-ways, thoroughfares and other public properties of
. every type and description.
Section 3 . Relocation of Telecommunications System
Facilities . METRO agrees and covenants at its sole cost and
expense, to protect, support, temporarily disconnect , relocate or
remove from any street any of its installations when so required
by the City by reason of traffic conditions or public safety,
dedications of new right-of-ways and the establishment and
improvement thereof, freeway construction, change or
establishment of street grade, or the construction of any public
improvement or structure by any governmental agency acting in a
governmental capacity, provided that METRO shall in all such
cases have the privilege to temporarily bypass, in the authorized
portion of the same street upon approval by the City, any section
of cable required to be temporarily disconnected or removed.
If the City determines that the project necessitates the
relocation of METRO ' s then existing facilities, the City shall :
a) At least sixty (60) days prior to the commencement
of such improvement project, provide METRO with written notice
requiring such relocation; and
b) Provide METRO with copies of pertinent portions of
the plans and specifications for such improvement project and a
proposed location for METRO' s facilities so that METRO may
relocate its facilities in other City right-of-way in order to
accommodate such improvement project .
MCI METRO FRANCHISE--Page 4 of 21 fnl: 02/02/95
c) After receipt of such notice and such plans and
specifications, METRO shall complete relocation of its facilities
at no charge or expense to the City so as to accommodate the
improvement project at least ten (10) days prior to commencement
of the project .
METRO may, after receipt of written notice requesting
a relocation of its facilities, submit to the City written
alternatives to such relocation. The City shall evaluate such
alternatives and advise METRO in writing if one or more of the
alternatives is suitable to accommodate the work which would
otherwise necessitate relocation of the facilities . If so
requested by the City, METRO shall submit additional information
to assist the City in making such evaluation. The City shall
give each alternative proposed by METRO full and fair
consideration. In the event the City ultimately determines that
there is no other reasonable alternative, METRO shall relocate
its facilities as otherwise provided in this Section.
The provisions of this Section shall in no manner
preclude or restrict METRO from making any arrangements it may
deem appropriate when responding to a request for relocation of
its facilities by any person or entity other than the City, where
the facilities to be constructed by said person or entity are not
or will not become City-owned, operated or maintained facilities ,
provided that such arrangements do not unduly delay a City
construction project .
MCI METRO FRANCHISE--Page 5 of 21 fnl: 02/02/95
Section 4 . METRO' s Maps and Records . As a condition of
this franchise, METRO shall provide to the City at no cost, a
copy of its current as built plans, maps and records of its
( telecommunication system and facilities as they exist on the date
,: of this franchise agreement in the City. All such as built
plans, maps and records will be available to the City upon
request .
Section 5 . No Obstruction. Except during an emergency
as provided for in Section 9, METRO will not obstruct, hinder,
damage, or otherwise interfere with any City facility or
installation, including City utility fixtures or other authorized
uses of the public right-of-way, unless the City has first
provided its written authorization to do so. The City shall not
unreasonably withhold this authorization. METRO shall be
responsible for anticipating and reasonably avoiding conflicts
with other right-of-way occupants or users, other utilities,
franchisees, or permittees . The City assumes no responsibility
for these conflicts or errors .
Section 6 . Excavations . During any period of
relocation or maintenance, all surface structures, if any, shall
be erected and used in such places and positions within said
public right-of- ways and other public properties so as to
interfere as little as possible with the free passage of traffic
and the free use of adjoining property, and METRO shall at all
times post and maintain proper barricades and comply with all
applicable safety regulations during such period of construction
as required by the ordinances of the City or the laws of the
MCI METRO FRANCHISE--Page 6 of 21 fnl: 02/02/95
State of Washington, including RCW 39 . 04 . 180 for the construction
of trench safety systems .
Whenever METRO shall excavate in any public right-of-way
or other public property for the purpose of installation, con-
construction, repair, maintenance or relocation of its cable or
equipment, it shall apply to the City for a permit to do so and
shall give the City at least three (3) working days notice
thereof . In no case shall any work commence within any public
right-of-way or other public property without a permit, except as
otherwise provided in this franchise ordinance . During the
progress of the work, METRO shall not unnecessarily obstruct the
passage or proper use of the right-of-way, and shall file as
built plans or maps with the City showing the proposed and final
location of the cable .
If either the City or METRO shall at any time plan to
make excavations in any area covered by this franchise and as
described in this section, the party planning such excavation
shall afford the other, upon receipt of a written request to do
so, an opportunity to share such excavation, PROVIDED THAT : (1)
such joint use shall not unreasonably delay the work of the party
causing the excavation to be made; (2) such joint use shall be
arranged and accomplished on terms and conditions satisfactory to
both parties ; and (3 ) either party may deny such request for
safety reasons .
Section 7 . Undergroundina. METRO shall comply with the
City' s underground construction and installation requirements in
MCI METRO FRANCHISE--Page 7 of 21 fnl: 02/02/95
accordance with Kent City Code Chapter 7 . 10 , provided that those
; requirements apply and are legally enforceable against all other
occupants of the same right of way or against any individual or
! entity with a franchise or other right to occupy the same right
of way.
Section 8 . Restoration after Construction. METRO
shall, after abandonment approved under Section 11 herein, or
installation, construction, relocation, maintenance, or repair of
cable/facilities within the franchise area, restore the surface
of the right-of-way or public property to a comparable condition
in accordance with applicable City standards . All concrete
encased monuments which have been disturbed or displaced by such
work shall be restored pursuant to all federal, state and local
standards and specifications . METRO agrees to promptly complete
all restoration work and to promptly repair any damage caused by
such work to the franchise area or other affected area at its
sole cost and expense .
Section 9 . Emercrency Work -- Permit Waiver. In the
event any of METRO' s facilities in any way create an immediate
danger to the property, life, health or safety of the public or
any individual, METRO shall immediately take the proper emergency
measures to repair its facilities and to cure or remedy the
dangerous conditions for the protection of property, life, health
or safety without first applying for and obtaining a permit as
required by this franchise . However, this shall not relieve
METRO from the requirement of obtaining any permits necessary for
MCI METRO FRANCHISE--Page 8 of 21 fnl: 02/02/9S
, this purpose, and METRO shall apply for these permits within two
working days .
Section I.Q . Danaerous Conditions Authority for City to
Abate . Whenever construction, installation or excavation of
facilities authorized by this franchise has caused or contributed
to a condition that appears to substantially impair the lateral
support of the adjoining street or public place, or endangers the
public, an adjoining public place, street utilities 'or City
. property, the Public Works Director may direct METRO, at METRO' s
own expense, to take actions to protect the public, adjacent
public places, City property or street utilities ; and such action
may include compliance within a prescribed time .
In the event that METRO fails or refuses to promptly
take the actions directed by the City, or fails to fully comply
with such directions, or if emergency conditions exist which
require immediate action, the City may enter upon the property
and take such actions as are necessary to protect the public, the
adjacent streets, or street utilities, or to maintain the lateral
support thereof, or actions regarded as necessary safety
precautions; and METRO shall be liable to the City for the costs
thereof .
Section 11 . Recovery of Costs . METRO shall pay a
filing fee for the City' s administrative costs in drafting and
processing this franchise agreement in the amount of Five
Thousand Dollars ($5000 . 00) together with an additional Two
Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($2500 . 00) charge for all work
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MCI METRO FRANCHISE--Page 9 of 21
related thereto. METRO shall further be subject to all permit
fees associated with activities undertaken through the authority
granted in this franchise ordinance or under the laws of the
City. Where the City incurs costs and expenses for review,
inspection or supervision of activities undertaken through the
authority granted in this franchise or any ordinances relating to
the subject for which a permit fee is not established, METRO
shall pay such costs and expenses directly to the City. In
addition to the above, METRO shall promptly reimburse the City
for any and all costs it reasonably incurs in response to any
emergency involving METRO ' s cable and facilities .
Section 12 . City' s Reservation of Rights . Pursuant to
Section 35 . 21 . 860 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) , the
City is precluded from imposing a franchise fee on a telephone
business as defined in RCW 82 . 04 . 065 , except for administrative
expenses or any tax authorized by RCW 35 . 21 . 865 . METRO hereby
warrants that its operations as authorized under this franchise
are exclusively those of a telephone business as defined in RCW
82 . 04 . 065 . As a result, the City will not impose a franchise fee
under the terms of this ordinance, other than as described
herein.
However, the City hereby reserves its right to impose a
franchise fee on METRO for purposes other than to recover its
administrative expenses or taxing, if METRO ' s operations as
authorized by this franchise change so that not all uses of the
franchise are exclusively those of a "telephone business" as
defined in RCW 82 . 04 . 065 ; or, if statutory prohibitions on the
MCI METRO FRANCHISE--Page 10 of 21 fn1: 02/02/95
imposition of such fees are removed. In the former instance, the
City reserves its right to require that METRO obtain a separate
franchise for its change in use, which franchise may include
provisions intended to regulate METRO ' s operations, as allowed
; under applicable law.
Section 13 . Indemnification. METRO shall defend,
indemnify and hold the City, its officers, officials, employees
and agents harmless from any and all claims, actions, injuries ,
damages, losses or suits, including all legal costs, witness fees
and attorney fees, arising out of or in connection with the
performance of any of METRO ' s rights or obligations granted by
this franchise ordinance, but only to the extent of the
negligence or comparative fault of METRO, its employees , agents,
contractors, subcontractors or assigns .
METRO shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its
officers, officials, employees and agents harmless from any and
all claims, actions, injuries, damages, losses or suits,
including all legal costs, witness fees and attorney fees ,
arising out of or in connection with the City' s ownership or
control of the right-of-ways or other public properties if that
claim, action, injury damage loss or suit also arises from or is
connected to METRO' s exercise of the rights granted in this
franchise ordinance or by virtue of the City' s permitting METRO' s
use of the City' s rights-of-way or other public property, but
only to the extent of the negligence or comparative fault of
METRO, its employees, agents, contractors, subcontractors or
assigns .
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The City' s inspection or acceptance of any of METRO ' s
iwork when completed shall not be grounds to avoid any of these
' covenants of indemnification.
IT IS FURTHER SPECIFICALLY AND EXPRESSLY UNDERSTOOD THAT
THE INDEMNIFICATION PROVIDED HEREIN CONSTITUTES METRO' S WAIVER OF
IMMUNITY UNDER INDUSTRIAL INSURANCE, TITLE 51 RCW, SOLELY FOR THE
PURPOSES OF THIS INDEMNIFICATION. THE PARTIES FURTHER
ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THEY HAVE MUTUALLY NEGOTIATED THIS WAIVER.
In the event the City receives notice of a claim, the
City shall provide prompt written notice to METRO thereof . METRO
shall have the right, at its election and at its sole cost and
expense, to settle and compromise such claim or demand, provided
that in the event any suit or action is begun against the City
based upon that claim or demand, the City shall likewise promptly
notify METRO thereof, and METRO shall have the right , at its
election and at its sole cost and expense, to settle and
compromise such suit or action, or defend the same at its sole
cost and expense, by attorneys of its own election. In the event
a proposed settlement or compromise of such a claim or demand
involves any allocation of liability to the City or
responsibility for the payment of damages for such liability by
the City, the City shall also have a right to prior approval of
the settlement or compromise . The City shall not unreasonably
withhold its approval . If the City desires to have a separate,
independent lawyer of its own selection opine as to the fairness
of the proposed settlement, METRO agrees to pay for the
reasonable and actual costs of such legal counsel , limited
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specifically to the fairness of the proposed settlement . For
purposes of a proposed settlement only, if both the City and
METRO cannot agree to a proposed settlement due to a dispute as
to the allocation of liability, the City and METRO agree to
submit the issue of allocation of liability to an arbitrator
acceptable to both parties .
In the event that METRO refuses to tender defense in any
claim, action or suit pursuant to this Section 13 and if METRO' s
refusal is subsequently determined by a court having jurisdiction
(or such other tribunal that the parties shall agree to decide
the matter) to have been a wrongful refusal, then METRO shall pay
all the City' s costs for defense of the action, including all
legal costs, witness fees and attorneys ' fees and also including
the City' s costs, including all legal costs, witness fees and
attorneys ' fees, for recovery under this indemnification clause .
The provisions of this section shall survive the
expiration or termination of this franchise ordinance .
Section 14 . Insurance . METRO shall procure and
maintain for the duration of the franchise, insurance against
claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may
arise from or in connection with the exercise of the rights,
privileges and authority granted hereunder to METRO, its agents,
representatives or employees . METRO shall provide a copy of such
insurance policy to the City for its inspection prior to the
adoption of this franchise ordinance, and such insurance shall
evidence :
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1 . Automobile Liability insurance with limits no less
than $1, 000 , 000 Combined Single Limit per accident
for bodily injury and property damage; and
2 . Commercial General Liability insurance policy
written on an occurrence basis with limits no less
than $2 , 000 , 000 Combined Single Limit per
occurrence and $5 , 000 , 000 aggregate for personal
injury, bodily injury and property damage .
Coverage shall include but not be limited to:
blanket contractual ; products/completed operations;
broad form property; explosion, collapse and
underground (XCU) ; and Employer' s Liability.
Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be
declared to and approved by the City. Payment of deductible or
self-insured retention shall be the sole responsibility of METRO.
The insurance obtained by METRO shall name the City, its
officers, employees and volunteers as insureds with regard to
activities performed by or on behalf of METRO. The coverage
shall contain no special limitations on the scope of protection
afforded to the City, its officers, officials, employees or
volunteers . In addition, the insurance policy shall contain a
clause stating that coverage shall apply separately to each
insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except
with respect to the limits of the insurer' s liability. METRO' s
insurance shall be primary insurance as respects the City, its
officers, officials, employees and volunteers . Any insurance
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. maintained by the City, its officers, officials , employees or
volunteers shall be excess of METRO ' s insurance and shall not
contribute with it . The insurance policy or polices required by
; this clause shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be
suspended, voided, cancelled by either party, reduced in coverage
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j or in limits except after thirty (30) days ' prior written notice
1by certified mail , return receipt requested, has been given to
:, the City.
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Any failure to comply with the reporting provisions of
the policies required herein shall not affect coverage provided
to the City, its officers, officials, employees or volunteers .
Section 15 . Abandonment of METRO' s Telecommunication
System Facilities . No cable, section of cable or other
telecommunication system facility installed in the City' s right
of way by METRO may be abandoned by METRO without the express
written consent of the City. Any plan for abandonment or removal
of METRO ' s telecommunication system facilities must be first
approved by the Public Works Director, and all necessary permits
must be obtained prior to such work .
Section 16 . Bond. Before undertaking any of the work,
installation, improvements, construction, repair, relocation or
maintenance authorized by this franchise, METRO shall, upon the
request of the City, furnish a bond executed by METRO and a
corporate surety authorized to do a surety business in the State
of Washington, in a sum to be set and approved by the Director of
Public Works as sufficient to ensure performance of METRO ' s
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' obligations under this franchise . The bond shall be conditioned
so that METRO shall observe all the covenants , terms and
conditions and faithfully perform all of the obligations of this
franchise, and to erect or replace any defective work or
materials discovered in the replacement of the City' s streets or
property within a period of two years from the date of the
replacement and acceptance of such repaired streets by the City.
Section 17 . Modification. The City and METRO hereby
reserve the right to alter, amend or modify the terms and
conditions of this franchise upon written agreement of both
parties to such alteration, amendment or modification.
Section 18 . Termination. If METRO willfully violates
or fails to comply with any of the provisions of this franchise,
or through willful or unreasonable negligence fails to heed or
comply with any notice given METRO by the City under the
provisions of this franchise and after providing notice and an
opportunity to cure as provided below, then the Kent City Council
may terminate this franchise after a hearing held upon reasonable
notice to METRO. The City may elect, in lieu of the above and
without any prejudice to any of its other legal rights and
remedies, to obtain an order from the superior court having
jurisdiction compelling METRO to comply with the provisions of
this Ordinance and to recover damages and costs incurred by the
City by reason of METRO' s failure to comply. If METRO shall fail
to comply with the provisions of this Franchise, the City may
serve upon METRO a written order to so comply within sixty (60)
days from the date such order is received by METRO. If METRO is
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not in compliance with this Franchise after expiration of said
sixty (60) day period, the City may, by ordinance, declare an
immediate termination of this Franchise, provided however, if any
failure to comply with this Franchise by METRO cannot be
, corrected with due diligence within said sixty (60) day period
(METRO' s obligation to comply and to proceed with due diligence
being subject to unavoidable delays and events beyond its
control) , then the time within which METRO may so comply shall be
extended for such time as may be reasonably necessary and so long
as METRO commences promptly and diligently to effect such
compliance .
This franchise creates no obligation to make any payment
or award in condemnation to METRO, except to the extent any state
or federal laws may independently require .
Section 19 . Remedies to Enforce Compliance . In
addition to any other remedy provided herein, the City reserves
the right to pursue any remedy to compel or force METRO and/or
its successors and assigns to comply with the terms hereof, and
the pursuit of any right or remedy by the City shall not prevent
the City from thereafter declaring a forfeiture or revocation for
breach of the conditions herein.
Section 20 . City Ordinances and Regulations . Nothing
herein shall be deemed to direct or restrict the City' s ability
to adopt and enforce all necessary and appropriate ordinances
regulating the performance of the conditions of this franchise,
including any reasonable ordinance made in the exercise of its
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police powers in the interest of public safety and for the
welfare of the public . The City shall have the authority at all
times to control by appropriate regulations and permits the
location, elevation, and manner of construction and maintenance
of any telecommunications system facilities by METRO, and METRO
shall promptly conform with all such regulations or permits,
unless compliance would cause METRO to violate other requirements
of law.
Section 21 . Cost of Publication. The cost of the
publication of this ordinance shall be borne by METRO.
Section 22 . Acceptance . After the passage and approval
of this ordinance and within sixty days after such approval , this
franchise shall be accepted by METRO by its filing with the City
Clerk an unconditional written acceptance thereof . Failure of -
METRO to so accept this franchise within said period of time
shall be deemed a rejection thereof by METRO, and the rights and
privileges herein granted shall, after the expiration of the
sixty day period, absolutely cease and determine, unless the time
period is extended by ordinance duly passed for that purpose .
Section 23 . Survival . All of the provisions,
conditions and requirements of Sections 9 , 10 , 11 , and -1-� 13 of
this franchise shall be in addition to any and all other
obligations and liabilities METRO may have to the City at common
law, by statute, or by contract, and shall survive the City' s
franchise to METRO for the use of the areas mentioned in Section
1 herein, and any renewals or extensions thereof . All of the
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,, provisions, conditions, regulations and requirements contained in
this franchise ordinance shall further be binding upon the heirs,
successors, executors, administrators, legal representatives and
assigns of METRO and all privileges, as well as all obligations
and liabilities of METRO shall inure to its heirs , successors and
assigns equally as if they were specifically mentioned wherever
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METRO is named herein.
Section 24 . Severability. If any section, sentence,
clause or phrase of this Ordinance should be held to be invalid
. or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity
or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or
phrase of this franchise ordinance .
Section 25 . Assignment . This agreement may not be
assigned or transferred without the written approval of the City,
except METRO may freely assign this Agreement in whole or in part
to a parent, subsidiary, or affiliated corporation or as part of
any corporate reorganization or refinancing. METRO shall provide
written notice to the City of any such assignment .
Section 26 . Notice . Any notice or information required
or permitted to be given to the parties under this franchise
agreement may be sent to the following addresses unless otherwise
specified:
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City of Kent
Director of Public Works
300 West Gowe
Kent, WA 98032
Metro Access Transmission Services, Inc .
2250 Lakeside Boulevard
Richardson, Texas 75082
MCI Metro Access Transmission Services, Inc .
Office of General Counsel
2400 N. Glenville Drive
Richardson, Texas 75082
Section 27 . Effective Date . This Ordinance shall take
effect thirty (30) days after its passage after first being
submitted to the Kent City Attorney, and after being granted by
the approving vote of at least a majority of the City Council at
a regular meeting and after introduction on February 7, 1995 , an,'
after being published at least once in a newspaper of general
circulation in the City of Kent , and shall remain in force and
effect for five years thereafter; PROVIDED, THAT it shall not be
effective unless and until the written acceptance of this
ordinance by METRO signed by its appropriate officers, shall be
filed with the City Clerk within sixty (60) days of its passage
by the Kent City Council .
JIM WHITE, MAYOR
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ATTEST:
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i BRENDA JACOBER, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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ROGER A. LUBOVICH, CITY ATTORNEY
PASSED the day of 1995 .
APPROVED the day of 1995 .
PUBLISHED the day of 1995 .
I hereby certify that this is a true copy of
Ordinance No. passed by the City Council of the City of
Kent, Washington, and approved by the Mayor of the City of Kent
as hereon indicated.
(SEAL)
BRENDA JACOBER, CITY CLERK
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ATTEST:
� DRENDA JACOBER, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ROGER A. LUBOVICH, CITY ATTORNEY
PASSED the day of 1995 .
APPROVED the day of 1995 .
PUBLISHED the day of 1995 .
I hereby certify that this is a true copy of
Ordinance No . passed by the City Council of the City of
Kent, Washington, and approved by the Mayor of the City of Kent
as hereon indicated.
(SEAL)
BRENDA JACOBER, CITY CLERK
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date_ February 7 . 1995
Category Other Business
1. SUBJECT: INITIATIVE PETITION 101 - JUVENILE SAFETY AND
FAMILY RECONCILIATION ORDINANCE (CURFEW)
2 . SUMMARY STATEMENT: Submitted for consideration is an
ordinance adopting Initiative Petition 101 entitled "Juvenile
Safety and Family Reconciliation", establishing a curfew for
juveniles within the City of Kent. Pursuant to RCW` 35. 17, the
City Council shall, within 20 days after certification of
signatures on an initiative petition, either adopt the proposed
ordinance without alteration or submit it to the people for a
vote. The next available election for this measure would be
April 25, 1995.
3 . EXHIBITS: Proposed ordinance, Initiative Petition
Certification and Staff reports
4 . RECOMMENDED BY:
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc. )
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT• NO YES ✓
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $ Lt��no✓.
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7 . CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, C ncilmember seconds
to adopt Ordinance No. adopting and enacting Initiative
Petition 101 adding a new hapter to the Kent City Code
entitled "Juvenile Safe and Family Reconciliation" p}-i0-0,
- or -
to call for a special election to be held April 25, 1995 by
mail ballot in accordance with RCW 29. 36. 120 on Initiative
Petition 101.
DISCUSSION•
ACTION•
Council Agenda
Item No. 4B
JAN
King County CITY OF KENT
Records and Elections Division CITY CLERK
.. 553 King County Administration Bldg.
500 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, Washington 98104
(206)296-1540
(206)296-0109 VJ7DD
PETITION CERTIFICATION
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the petition filed in support of City of Kent
Initiative No. 101 - Juvenile Safety and Family Reconciliation Ordinance
has been examined, the signatures thereon carefully compared with the
registration records of the Records and Elections Division, and as a
result of such examination, found to be sufficient under provisions of
RCW 35A.11 .100.
Dated this 23rd day of January 1995.
John Charles, Manager
Records and Elections Division
CFAT
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the
City of Kent, Washington, adopting and
enacting Initiative Petition 101, adding a
new Chapter 9 . 07 to Title 9 of the Kent City
Code entitled "Juvenile Safety and Family
Reconciliation" , defining duties and
responsibilities of parents/guardians as well
as juveniles; and providing for penalties for
violations thereof .
WHEREAS, a Citizens ' Initiative Petition NuVber 101 was
filed with the City Clerk on January 23 , 1995, and has been
certified as sufficient pursuant to RCW 35A. 11 . 100 ; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 35 . 17 . 260 and KCC 1 . 03 . 170,
following certification of the petition, the City Council shall
pass the proposed ordinance without alteration within twenty (20)
days or cause to be called a special election on the proposed
ordinance; NOW, THEREFORE,
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THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT, WASHINGTON, DOES
HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS :
SECTION 1 . Sections 1 and 2 of Initiative Petition 101
as set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated by
reference, adding a new chapter, Chapter 9 . 07 to Title 9 of the
Kent City Code, entitled "Juvenile Safety and Family
Reconciliation" , is hereby adopted and enacted as an ordinance of
the City of Kent .
SECTION 2 . Pursuant to the limitations established by
RCW 35 . 17 . 340 pertaining to the adoption of ordinances initiated
by petition, this ordinance cannot be repealed except by a vote
of the people .
SECTION 3 . Severability. If any section, sentence,
clause or phrase of this ordinance should be held to be invalid
or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity
or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance .
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SECTION 4 . Effective Date . This ordinance shall
take effect and be in force thirty (30) days from and after its
passage, approval and publication as provided by law.
JIM WHITE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
BRENDA JACOBER, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ROGER A. LUBOVICH, CITY ATTORNEY
PASSED day of 1995 .
APPROVED day of , 1995 .
PUBLISHED day of 1995 .
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I hereby certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance
No . passed by the City Council of the City of Kent,
Washington, and approved by the Mayor of the City of Kent as
hereon indicated.
(SEAL)
BRENDA JACOBER, CITY CLERK
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INITIATIVE 101
Let's give our law enforcement personnel a tool in their
battle against youth violent crime.
OFFICIAL BALLOT TITLE:
Shall an ordinance be adopted establishing a curfew which provides that no juvenile shall remain,
nor shall any parent, guardian or custodian allow or permit a juvenile to remain, in or upon any
public place within the City of Kent during curfew hours, and which further establishes certain
exemptions and provides for civil penalties?
INITIATIVE PETITION FOR SUBMISSION TOTHE CITY COUNCIL OF KENT,WASHINGTON
To the City Clerk of the City of Kent, Washington: We, the undersigned registered voters of the City of Kent,
Washington,respectfully direct that this petition and the proposed ordinance known as Initiative Measure Number 101
and entitled "Juvenile Safety and Family Reconciliation Ordinance,"a full,true,and correct copy of which is attached
to this petition,be transmitted to the City Council of the City of Kent,Washington,and we respectfully petition the City
Council to enact said proposed ordinance into law;furthermore,if the City Council fails to enact this ordinance that it
be submitted to a vote of the people at a regular or special election to be held on a date and in the manner required
by the Revised Code of Washington;and each of us for himself or herself says: I have personally signed this petition;
I am a legal voter of the City of Kent,Washington,my residence address is correctly stated,and I have knowingly signed
this petition only once.
MAIL COMPLETED PETITIONS TO: WARNING: Any person who signs this petition with any
other than his or her true name,or who knowingly signs more
C.L.A.M.P. than one of these petitions, or signs a petition seeking an
Citizens Lobby Against More Politics election when he or she is not a legal voter,or signs a petition
when he or she is otherwise not qualified to sign, or who
524 W. Meeker, Suite 6 • Kent, WA 98032 makes herein any false statement, shall be guilty of a
(206) 852-5007 or (206) 859-2847 misdemeanor.
C17Y OF KENT INITIATIVE TO THE PEOPLE. CITY OF KENT VOTERS SIGN BELOW:
Petitioner's Petitioner's Petitioner's Residence Address
Signature Printed Name (must reside within City limits of Kent) Date
1)
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ENTIRE TEXT OF THIS INITIATIVE APPEARS ON THE BACK OF THIS PETITION LYM B I 1 a,
INITIATIVE 101
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Kent. Washington, adding a new activity,including,but not limited to,dances,theater presentations,and
Chapter 9L7 to Title 9 of the Kenl City Cale entitled'Juvenile Safety sporting events, provided such activity is supervised by adults and
and Family Reconciliation; defining duties and responsibilities of sponsored by the City of Kent,a school district,a civic organization or
parenWguardiana as well as jwenilu;and providing for penalties for other ear 'lity for the juvenile;
C.The entity
is on an errand or legitimate business pursuant to
violations thereof. -
the written instructions of his or her parent, guardian or custodian,
BE IT [NACI'ED DY TIE PEOPLE OF 771E CITY OF KENT, travelr stop"
ing The lw juvenile is engaged i
D.
n lawful employment or traveling to or
WASHINGTON:
from such place of employment,or to or from his or her residence from
out
our or stop;
SEC.1. FINDINGS AND INTENT. The people of the City of Keno sad place The juvenile is in directlya motortvehicle rand engaged in interstate
Washington,find and declare that:
travel with the written consent of said juveniles Arent, guardian or
1) The City of Kent is facing a mounting crisis caused by juvenile custodian;
F. The juvenile is on the sidewalk abutting the juvenile's cesid(ncc
crime and delinquency which threatens peaceful citizens, residents,
or abutting the residence of door neighbor,providing the neighbor
visitors and juveniles themselves;
2) While preventative measures such as intervention,counseling has not complained to thea police department about the juvenile's
and rehabilitation are important,they are only one facet or what must presence;
become a multi-faceted approach to crime reduction;we must also locus G. The juvenile is involved in an emergency.
on punitive measures;
3) Due to their lack of maturity, experience and knowledge, SECTION 9.07.060. ENFORCEMENT.
juveniles are frequently unable to make critical decisions and exercise Cityenfor May par a
good judgment,and therefore should not be afforded the full spectrum question La-
of a write wspected ment f ofrviolafng the provisionsof l�is ahnpta
rights and constitutional guarantees as afforded to adults; q 1
4) In recognition of 3)above,both the Slate of Washington and to obtain his or her name,address and age as well as the name and
the federal government have enacted legislation limiting numerous and address of Saida mid leisparent or rail to guardian.
cooperate,^r refuse[o provide aye
specific rights,prior to the attainment of the age or consent; juvenile
5) Juveniles are particularly vulnerable and therefore any juvenile information requested by the law enforcement officer,said juvenile may
who,without legitimate purpoie or adult supervision,is found to be in be taken into custody pursuant to the provisions of RCW 13.32A.050.An
any public or semi-public place during established curfew hours,is hereby officer for such fficer taking a laenilestody into nto custody
sh hall hell in or range the ju rile of the
The
deemed and assumed to be in danger of physical him. juvenile either in:
SEC.2.There is hereby added to Title 9 of the Kent City Code,Chapter 1. The juvenile's parent,guardian,or custodian.
9.07 entitled"Juvenile Safety and Family Reconciliation'as followS: 2. The police department.
3. An appropriate facility of the Department of Social and
SECTION 9.07. JUVENILE SAFETY AND FAMILY Health SC.`rrscn demrminatinn that aviolalion of the provisinre of Section
RECONC1LIAllON. 9.07.040 of this chapter has occurred and that no defense under Section
hnill rile.,
rt
SECTION 9th the
.07.010.S110RTTlTLG This ordinance shall be known and 9.017`OeSa is present,at which taw ime a notice of infrment officer action shall be sent to the
May b cited as the "Juvenile Safety and Family Reconciliation Parent or guardian of the juvenile.
Ordinance."
SECIION 9.07.020. PURPOSE. The purpose of this chapter is: SECTION 9.07.070. VIOLATIONS-PENALTY.
A. To protect juveniles and other citizens,residents or visitors of A. A violation of the provisions of Section 9.07.040 is designated
the City of Kent from the dangers of crimes which occur during the laic met 111civ Il infmclions issued under Kent Municipal
chapter.sCivil infractio have ns shall
night and early morning hours
B. To decrease the amount of criminal activity engaged in by be issued and processed in accordance with Chapter 7.80 RCW,which is
juveniles. incorporated herein by reference.
C. To provide law enforcement personnel a procedure through B. Any person who receives a notice of infraction shall respond
which they may take preventative action prior to the occurrence of a within fifteen(15)days of the notice in the annex preScrib issuedca notice d in W
criminal act and the creation of a victim. 7.80.090. Pursuant to RCW 7.80.080(5), any Pe
of
D. To promote and enhance parental control over jwenilu. infraction requested,)the ails tcou court shallond)enter ano the cappropriate orde,or falls to er hearing assessing the
SECTION 9.07.0J0. DEP[NfTIONS. monetary penalty,prescribed for the civil infraction.
C. A person found to have committed an infraction shall be
A. "Custodian'mans any person at least 18 years or age and assessed a 1 of`t'y penalty nal not cording to es fed theS50 following scale:
authorized by a parent or guardian to have the care and custody of a 2 Second offense,n not to exceed$150.00.
Jwemlc 3. Third,and subsequent offenses,not to exceed 5500.00.
B. 'Curlew ay or means 1unti p.m.a. any Sunday, Monday,
Tuesday,Wednesdry,or Thursday until G:W a.m.of the following day; D. In lieu of payment of the monetary penalty assessed herein,any
and 12:01 a.m.until 6:00 a.m.on any Saturday or Sunday. person receiving a notice of infraction may elect to perform community
C.'Emergencyy"means an unforeseen combination of circumstances Service at ram of one hour for each$5.00 of assesses penalty.
Said
or the resulting state that ads for immediate action. The term includes, communityService may be performed b the juvenile,p. guardian
but is not limited to,a fire,a natural disaster,an automobile accident,of or any combination thereof. Community Service shall consist of those
any situation requiring immediate action to prevent serious bodily injury the City ects not Kent Parks anmented and dRecreationtiy the Departmentt. In such case,the
irector of Parks,through
or loss of life.
D."Gordian"means an individual,other than a parent,who,under payment of the penalty shall be deferred pending completion oft e
court order,is the guardian of the person of a juvenile. community Service. who
E. "Juvenile means any unemancipaicd person,male or female, to sigF- Pursuant tonotice or the provition sions
wilfully W 7800.160ates his or person
war 1 en tails
under the age of IS years
F. Trent"means the mother,father,or both(both being referred signed promise to respond to a notice of civil infraction is guilty of a
to in the singular as'parent"),being a natural parent,adoptive parent,or misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed One Thousand Dollars
step-parent ($1,000.t10)and/or imprisonment not exceeding ninety(90)days.
G. 'Public Place" means any place to which the public or a F. All proceedings under this ordinance,except for Subsection G
substantial group of the public has access and includes,but is by no above,shall be civil in nature.
means limited to,streets,highways,sidewalks and the common areas of
schools,hospitals,apartment houses,office buildings,transport facilitiet, SECTION 9.07.080. REPORTING TO POLICE DEPAR'ITdGM.
commercial establishments,and shops.
R 'Remain' means to linger or stay, or to fail to lave the Any parent or guardian unable to control the whereabouts an
premises or area when requested to do so by a police officer or the activities of a juvenile in their are,custody or cnnsol shall contact the
property mart,operator or other person responsible far a public place. Kcal Police Department and report such juvenile as ptstibly appcating
in locations and at times that would violate this chapter. In such case,the
GENERAL PROIIIBMON. parent or guardian shall not be responsible for the actions of the juvenile
SECTION 9.07.040.
[or the purposes or
this chapter. In such case,the police department may
No parent,guardian or custodian Shall allow or permit,by insufficient consider reporting said juvenile to the Department of Social and health
control,any juvenile for whom he or she is responsible to remain in or Services as a dependent or runaway child,
upon a public place within the City of Kent during curfew hours;and no
juvenile shall remain in or upon any public place within the City of Kent SEC.3. SEVERA6ILI"fY. if any section,sentence,clause or phrase o[
during curfew hours. this ordinance should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court w
of competent jurisdiction,such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not
SECTION 9.07.050. EXEMPTIONS. affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section,Sentence,
clause or phrase or this ordinance.
It shall not be deemed an offense under this chapter it any of the
following conditions are found to apply. SEC.4. EFFECTIVE DAM- Pursuant to Chnptcr 1.03.230 of the Kent
A.The juvenile is accompanied bya parent,guardian,or custodian; City Code, this ordinance shall become effective immediately upon
B. The juvenile is attending or going to or returning home from, passage by.,majority of votes cast by the electors of the City of Kent. .
directly without any detour,ran official school,religious,or a recreational EXHIBIT L
OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY
DATE : February 2 , 1994
TO : Mayor Jim White
Kent City Council
FROM: Roger Lubovich
RE: INITIATIVE PETITION CURFEW ORDINANCE
SUMMARY LEGAL SYNOPSIS
In 1973 , the Washington State Supreme Court in Seattle v.
Pullman, 82 Wn. 2d 794, ruled the Seattle Juvenile Curfew
Ordinance unconstitutional, however, the court did not totally
eliminate the possibility of a curfew ordinance . The court
stated in part :
"Minor curfew ordinances may be permissible
where they are specific in their prohibitions
and necessary in curing a demonstrated social
evil . "
The court held the ordinance unconstitutionally vague and that it
violated the due process rights of the defendant because the
words "to loiter, idle, wander or play" did not clearly
distinguish between innocent and unlawful conduct . A curfew
ordinance would, therefore, require a constitutionally precise
statement of both the activity and the conduct calculated to do
harm from which the City seeks to protect itself .
The court also held that the ordinance was unconstitutional
because it exceeded the scope of police power authority. It did
not bear any substantial relationship to the proclaimed
governmental interest, "the protection of minors" . The court
basically held that loafing, wandering and loitering are
fundamental constitutionally protected rights of children. This
court , therefore, recognized that children have fundamental
constitutional rights .
Another concern for the court was an ordinance interfering with
the parental responsibility of parents for their children.
Regarding fundamental rights, a 5th Circuit U. S . Court of Appeals
case, in an opinion dated November 19, 1993 , upheld the City of
Dallas ' curfew ordinance . The court, in upholding the ordinance,
and in addressing this argument, stated that the ordinance
presented only a minimal intrusion into the parents ' rights and,
therefore, the ordinance did not violate their fundamental right
of privacy. The Washington State Supreme Court, however, could
reach a different conclusion under its review of a local curfew
ordinance .
There has been no State Supreme Court review of curfew ordinances
since the 1973 Pullman case . Since the Pullman case recognized
fundamental constitutional rights of children, the court will
probably apply strict scrutiny review of any curfew ordinance .
Likely constitutional challenges would be First Amendment
challenges based on freedom of speech, religion, assembly or
association, and the Fourteenth Amendment, equal protection with
respect to parents ' rights to raise their own children without
intrusion.
The initiative petition is similar to the ordinance considered by
Council last summer but contains more enforcement tools which
raises more legal concerns . The earlier ordinance was drafted
with an attempt to minimize potential challenges . Since there
has been no recent Washington State case law with respect to
curfew ordinances, it is uncertain how the initiative petition
ordinance would withstand State Supreme court scrutiny.
My main concern with the ordinance is it provides that the City
may take a juvenile into custody for violation of a civil
infraction (violating the curfew ordinance) . Even though the
state legislature, in legislation passed last year, authorized
municipalities to take juveniles into custody for violating
curfews, which legislation also required violations to be civil
infractions and not misdemeanors, there are constitutional
concerns raised in doing such. It is unclear in the ordinance
whether the juvenile is taken into custody for violating the
curfew or for "obstructing" by failing to cooperate or refusing
to provide information. (See Section 9 . 07 . 060 (b) of the
ordinance . ) My other concern is more of a police department
concern and that is the actual administration of the ordinance,
such as what to do with the juveniles when taken into custody.
Pursuant to RCW 35 . 17 . 260 , the City Council, upon receipt of the
certified initiative petition, shall either pass the proposed
ordinance without alteration within 20 days after the City
Clerk ' s certificate that the number of signatures are sufficient
or cause to be called a special election for submission of the
ordinance without alteration to a vote of the people . (emphasis
added) Pursuant to RCW 35 . 17 . 340, initiative petition ordinances
cannot be repealed or amended except by a vote of the people .
The City Council must either adopt the ordinance or submit it to
a vote of the people . The next available election to which the
matter can be submitted is April 25 , 1995 .
For your information, attached is a comparison of the earlier
considered ordinance and the initiative petition ordinance .
curfew2.mem
OUTLINE OF CURFEW ORDINANCES
Ordinance Considered by Council Initiative Petition Ordinance
curfew and parental responsibility same
juveniles under 16 yrs . juveniles under 18 yrs .
curfew hours - 12 midnight through 6 curfew hours - 10 p .m. -6
a .m. each day a.m. , Sun. -Thurs . ; 12 : 01
a .m. -6 a.m. , Sat . or Sun.
exemptions • exemptions •
* juvenile is accompanied by a parent, same
guardian or adult
person having custody
* juvenile is traveling to or same
from an official school,
political , religious or recreational
activity
* juvenile is on an errand at the same
direction of a parent, guardian or
other adult person having custody
* juvenile is involved in emergency same
situation
* juvenile is exercising First same
Amendment rights
* in a motor vehicle engaged in same
interstate travel with consent
* on the sidewalk of home or neighbor same
f—finance Considered by Council Initiative Petition Ordinance
may stop and question juvenile - officer may stop and question
may direct juvenile to proceed home or juvenile - if fails to
offer to transport juvenile home cooperate or provide
information, may be taken
into custody - officer
delivers juvenile home,
police dept . or DSHS
if juvenile is in danger, pursuant to same
RCW 13 . 32A, may take juvenile into
custody and deliver or arrange to
deliver juvenile home or other
violations are civil not criminal same
warning upon first violation notice of infraction issued
citation may be issued upon second or
subsequent violation
�etary penalty - $150 . 00 ist offense - not to exceed
oT take class or participate or $50
volunteer in program or perform 2nd offense - not to exceed
community service as may be pre-approved $150
by the Human Services Commission at his 3rd offense - no to exceed
or her cost . $500
or community service through
Parks Department @ 1 hr. per
$5 of penalty performed by
juvenile, parent or guardian
expires 240 days from effective date no expiration
unless extended by City Council
MEMORANDUM
TO: KENT CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRENT MCFALL, DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS �J
SUBJECT: INITIATIVE 101 (CURFEW) /
DATE: JANUARY 31, 1995
Attached you will find memoranda from various staff members commenting on Initiative 101, the
proposed curfew initiative. This information may be helpful to you in your consideration of the
initiative. As you can see, in addition to the concerns expressed by the Police Department as to how
the curfew would impact their operations, concerns are expressed about the impact on the city
overall. For example, the responsibilities placed upon the Parks Department to administer a
community service program could result in significant staff time, and cost. Furthermore, there are
liability issues associated with community service workers. What if someone is injured? Have we
trained them? Were they supervised? Those are the kinds of questions that will arise in determining
whether or not the City has any financial responsibility for such a situation. Finally, there will be
impacts on the Municipal Court, Information Services, Finances and the other "support services"
operations of the City.
Also attached you will find the material that was in your packet at the time of your previous
discussion of a curfew. You might find this helpful as you consider your decision.
Please let me know if I can be of further assistance.
K NT POLICE DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brent McFall, Director of Operations
FROM: Ed Crawford, Chief of Police
DATE: January 27, 1995
RE: Curfew Initiative 101 Comments
1. My comments regarding the initiative:
The initiative indicates the juvenile may be taken into custody and turned over to either
parents or custodians.
a. Should we transport outside of the city or county to deliver the juvenile?
b. Should the juvenile be taken to the police department? Without the requirement of
having an officer monitor the juvenile, we do not have facilities to hold juveniles. The
police facility would require an upgrade.
c. Should the juvenile be delivered to the Department of Social and Health Services?
To this date, DSHS does not have the facilities to take juveniles under the current statute.
Violations and penalty.
a. Do we have the staff available to direct, control, and monitor community service
functions?
b. Reporting by parent of uncontrolled juveniles to the police department will require
more mechanisms to take information from reporting people regarding juveniles. That
will equate to the requirement of more staff.
2. Some questions that have been posed by members of the police department:
Do we want kids returned to hostile environments? This may be the reason they were on
the streets. People with data in this area contend that quite a few juvenile runaways are
running from a hostile environment.
Do we want police officers babysitting juveniles while waiting for parents to come and
pick them up instead of patrolling the streets and being available for criminal activity. (An
example of our commitment to have beat response and beat integrity was illustrated this
past Tuesday. We were able to respond within 20 seconds to an emergency call at a local
commercial retail outlet. Three hours later we were able to apprehend two carjackers
because a police car was 10 seconds from the origin of the call.) Babysitting curfew
TO: Brent McFall, Director of Operations
January 27, 1995
Page 2 of 2
violators will take away from beat integrity.
How is written permission to be authenticated?
The following paragraph written by one officer regarding enforcement says it all:
"Enforcement will require a significant amount of manpower. I suspect an overburden.
We have no local juvenile facilities. If we have to take them home, it takes an officer out
of the city. If we have to take them to DSHS, it means a trip to Seattle. If we have to
take them to the station, it means that an officer must stay with them here until they are
disposed of."
3. Some suggestions:
Is it too late to suggest to the Council that they enact a curfew ordinance that would have
less requirements, such as a simple several paragraph ordinance: A law enforcement
officer may approach, detain and question a juvenile suspected of being in a public place
between midnight and 6:00 a.m. with the following exceptions: (include 1st amendment
exceptions), and the parent or guardian can be issued an infraction not to exceed $50.
Other items could be included such as the need for a curfew and the effective date, and
definitions. This way the Council would be developing a more workable curfew and we
would write an operational policy that would go something like this:
The curfew ordinance will be enforced in this manner: parents or guardians are subject to
a non-criminal infraction if juveniles are in a public place without permission and without
adhering to one of the constitutional exemptions. Police officers have the authority to
question, and even detain, a juvenile suspected of violating this section. However, if the
juvenile refuses to respond to our requests for information, runs, or resists in any way the
apprehension for curfew violation, you are directed to not pursue or confront beyond that
point unless you have probable cause to believe that the suspected juvenile could be
engaged in other criminal activity that gives you probable cause to apprehend. And, using
the force dependent on that particular type of criminal violation.
4. If we cannot enact our own ordinance:
If we are past the time that we can enact our own ordinance and the Council enacts this
initiative instead of going to a vote, we will support the Council's position. We will
reiterate the things I said previously about force as a policy to the department, we would
monitor the need for staffing in the areas of reporting requirements, and we would be
very selective in transport issues. Bottomline, our people will be very cognizant of the
balancing requirements in performing beat coverage, juvenile transport, and babysitting.
CITY OF KENT
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brent McFall
FROM: John Hodgson
DATE: January 24, 1995
RE: Initiative 101 - Curfew
As I read over the curfew initiative there are a couple of areas that may impact the
Parks and Recreation Department. These are:
1) Section 9.07.050. Exemptions (Item B).
The concern I have with this issue is to what extent staff may be called upon to
substantiate that a sponsored City of Kent event took place on a particular night.
The other aspect is any additional responsibility the City of Kent may have to
take to substantiate that the child was at a City sponsored event; in particular,
a "drop-in" activity, such as a dance, where a sign-in process is not taking place.
2) Section 9.07.070. Violations - Penalty (Item D).
have concerns as to the administration of this proposal. Does the majority of
the administration happen through the court system, as with the current
community service penalties? Who defines specifically the types of work that
can be done by the offender? What level of supervision is required and at what
cost; especially when this community service will happen after school and
weekends and at many times when our daily work shift is over?
The true impact of this curfew on the Parks and Recreation Department will be based
on the number of cases. It is very difficult to know how many youth may be involved;
obviously, the greater the number, the greater the impact, or inability of the Parks and
Recreation Department to administer.
MEMORANDUM
JANUARY 20, 1995
TO: BRENT McFALL, DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
FROM: NORM ANGELO, FIRE CHIEF C?Z9>Q ' 41; ' ' iqq�
SUBJECT: CURFEW INITIATIVE
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While we will not be directly impacted as the initiative is written, I do have some observations
and some previous experience we have had with community service options:
1. Section 9.07.030 Definitions: It appears that Friday is not covered, however,
Sunday is mentioned twice, the ordinance would be difficult to interpret for
Sunday, Friday.
2. The effective date appears to make the ordinance effective immediately upon a
vote of the public. It would seem that the police are going to have a major
logistical task. Without some time to develop administrative procedures, it may
be a significant amount of time before the City could even say we were
somewhat implementing the ordinance. On the other hand, the public will have
immediate expectations.
3. In the area of community service people, it has been our experience that one
encounters a whole range of personal approaches by the person doing the
service. There is no doubt that these folks would require constant supervision
in a majority of the cases. The number of areas they could be utilized in would
be limited by the training and safety equipment required. Some scenarios might
require the consideration of security. If there is productive tasks, supervision, a
willing and positive attitude on the part of the person doing the service and
sufficient blocks of time to produce meaningful results - the system might have
some potential. It is likely that absent any of the key elements, the program
could become more of a babysitting exercise with significant costs to the City
and result in limited or loss of productivity. If we go ahead with the program,
it will be important to provide adequate coordination and supervisory resources
for the program.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment.
tcn
MCFALL,BRENT / KENT70/OD - HPDesk print.
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Me=sage. Dated: 01/27/95 at 1632 .
5 `_�ect: Initiative 101 Reply
Sender: Ron SPANG / KENT70/IS Contents: 2 .
TO: Brent MCFALL / KENT70/OD
Part 1.
FROM: Ron SPANG / KENT70/IS
TO: Brent MCFALL / KENT70/OD
Part 2 .
Brent,
The comments on Initiative 101 from Information Services are that this is
a well-intended idea for which there are several unanswered questions. For
example, where are the funds for enforcement? Since the city currently
has patrol officers working extensive overtime and a pending major annex-
ation, how are they going to find the time to escort juveniles all over
town? The Law Department might have to defend the initiative in court,
which could be costly and time-consuming. Record-keeping and administrative
duties for Police and Parks are going to increase. These items will impact
operations in the muni court and/or information services, both of which are
already pretty busy.
L- t, but far from least, when the city oversees the workers within the
P,,..,Ks program, who will provide necessary food, clothing and insurance
including possible injuries and/or other liability? The city will be
"exposed" to these and other risks, resulting in an under-funded program.
June 7 , 1994
SEWER better prepared to discuss this after the
executive session, where more information will
be made available.
SOLID WASTE (OTHER BUSINESS - ITEM 4A)
Addendum to Garbage Contract. staff has nego-
tiated with representatives of Kent Disposal on
the addendum to the garbage contract necessary
to implement the garbage rate increase approved
by Council.
McFall noted that the rate increase is re-
troactive to January 11 1994, and that the
difference for January through June would be
spread over a 24-month period and would not be
built into the base rate. MANN MOVED that the
Addendum to the Solid Waste Collection and
Disposal Contract between the City of Kent and
Kent Meridian Disposal be approved and that the
Mayor be authorized to sign said addendum.
Houser seconded and the motion carried.
ANNEXATION (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3F)
Ramstead/East Hill Annexation. AUTHORIZATION
to set June 21st as the public hearing date on
the Ramstead/East Hill Annexation. The City
has received Boundary Review Board approval to
proceed with the annexation.
CURFEW (PUBLIC HEARING - ITEM 2A)
Curfew/Parental Responsibility Ordinance. This
date has been set for a public hearing on an
ordinance which would prohibit juveniles 15
years of age or younger in public places in the
City of Kent between the hours of 12 midnight
through 6 a.m. each day.
City Attorney Lubovich noted that in 1973 the
Washington State Supreme Court ruled that the
Seattle juvenile curfew ordinance was uncon-
stitutional but that did not eliminate the
possibility of a curfew ordinance. He ex-
plained the Court' s ruling, and noted that the
5th Circuit Court of Appeals recently upheld
the City of Dallas ' curfew ordinance. He added
that on June 1, the U. S. Supreme Court denied
review of the Dallas case. He pointed out that
the Washington Supreme Court could reach a dif-
ferent conclusion under its review of a similar
local ordinance.
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June 7, 1994
CURFEW Lubovich stated that the proposed ordinance
was drafted with a conservative approach in an
attempt to minimize potential constitutional
challenges and, as a result, it lacks some of
the teeth that would be desired in a curfew
ordinance. He recommended that the ordinance
attempt to define problem areas in the City
and apply only to those areas. He noted
that the proposed ordinance is modeled after
Bellingham' s recently adopted ordinance and
that Bellingham' s ordinance was recently found
unconstitutional by a juvenile court commis-
sioner. He added that that decision has
been appealed by the County and the City of
Bellingham.
Lubovich outlined the proposed ordinance as
follows:
• The ordinance is a curfew and parental
responsibility ordinance.
• It applies to juveniles 15 years of age or
younger.
• The curfew hours are 12 o'clock midnight
through 6 a.m. each day.
• It is not in violation for a juvenile to be
in a public place between the hours of 12
and 6 a.m. if a:
1. juvenile is accompanied by a parent,
guardian or adult person having
custody;
2 . juvenile is traveling to or from an
official school, political, religious
or recreational activity;
3 . juvenile is on an errand at the direc-
tion of a parent, guardian or other
adult person having custody;
4 . juvenile is engaged in lawful employ-
ment or traveling to or from such place
of employment;
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June 7 , 1994
CURFEW 5. juvenile is in a motor vehicle engaged
in interstate travel;
6. juvenile is on the sidewalk of his or
her legal residence or next door
neighbor;
7 . juvenile is involved in emergency
situation;
8 . juvenile is exercising First Amendment
rights.
• An officer may stop and question a juvenile
for his or her name, address, parents '
name, and nature of his or her business in
a public place. Upon a violation, the
officer may direct the juvenile to proceed
home or offer to transport the juvenile
home.
• If the officer believes that the juvenile
is in danger, pursuant to RCW 13 . 32A, the
officer may take the juvenile into custody
and deliver or arrange to deliver the
juvenile to his or her home or, if not to
his or her home, to an extended family
member, to a residential crisis center, or
to another responsible adult under certain
circumstances.
• Upon a first violation by the juvenile, a
warning shall be sent to the parent,
guardian or adult person having custody.
Upon a second or subsequent violation, a
citation may be issued to the parent,
guardian or other adult person.
• A citation may also be issued to a juvenile
for a second or subsequent violation.
• A monetary penalty for a violation is
$150. 00 .
• Upon receipt of a citation, a person may
either pay the assessment, contest the
matter in municipal court, or take a class
or participate or volunteer in a program or
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June 7, 1994
CURFEW perform community service as may be pre-
approved by the Human Services Commission
at his or her cost and established for this
purpose.
• It shall be a defense to a parent, guardian
or other adult person having care, custody
and control of a juvenile that he or she
had no reasonable control over the
juvenile ' s actions which provide for the
violation.
• Pursuant to RCW Chapter 7 . 80, failure to
respond to a citation is a misdemeanor.
• This ordinance expires 240 days from the
effective date unless extended by City
Council.
Upon Woods ' question, Lubovich responded that
he is not aware that the Human Services Commis-
sion had been contacted about this ordinance.
Woods stated that she feels it may not be
appropriate for the Human Services Commission
to perform that activity, and urged Council-
members to take that into consideration.
The Mayor opened the public hearing. Mandy
Silverman, 25329 121st Place SE, said that
violence is a problem but that a curfew is not
the way to solve it. She said there should be
a place for kids to hang out, and expressed
concern for homeless children. Reverend Bill
Carleton, 10201 SE 270th Place, said there is a
need for adults and kids to work together on
this problem and said there are things adults
could do in the way of programs. James Cobb,
226 Titusville Alley, said the curfew is
censorship and he is against it. He suggested
that the young people be introduced to music,
video, art and so forth. Jennifer Stokesberry,
6329 S. 251st Street, noted that although she
is 17, she looks much younger, and expressed
fear that the curfew could cause harassment to
people who may be stopped by an officer because
they appear to be under 15 . Tim Hees, 731 5th
Avenue South, noted that when he was young
there was a curfew which did not stop kids from
being out. He said a curfew would tie up
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June 7, 1994
CURFEW Police time which could be spent dealing with
other things. He noted that there are many
homeless children under 16 living in the woods
in Kent, who will have to hide from the Police
if there is a curfew. Jack Cosby, 525 Van
de Vanter, noted that the City and the Kent
School District have long worked together to
benefit the citizens. He agreed that the
curfew is not the answer and that the things
volunteers from the City, the School District
and the Parks Department can bring to the
community, such as music and sports, will make
Kent a great city.
There were no further comments from the
audience and WOODS MOVED to close the public
hearing. Houser seconded and the motion
carried. Bennett asked that this item be
placed on the Council agenda for June 21, 1994 ,
for action. Mayor White also urged the Council
to take action at that time.
COUNCIL (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3K)
(ADDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT WOODS)
Council Absence. APPROVAL of an excused
absence for Councilmember Johnson who was
unable to attend tonight's meeting.
PARKS (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3C)
(REMOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER HOUSER)
R_iverbend Proposed 1994 Greens Fee Schedule.
Approval of the proposed Green Fee Schedule,
effective July 15, 1994 , was recommended by the
Parks Committee at its April 5, 1994 meeting.
This proposal follows the staff recommended fee
increase schedule, but the Parks Committee
added a special discount for City residents.
The discount is $. 50 below 1993 greens fee
rates.
Houser noted that this was discussed again by
the Parks Committee today who recommended that
the fees be increased effective July 15th, but
that the reduced fee for residents of the City
be delayed until January 1st. She explained
that the increase will provide funding for
capital improvements such as mowers. SHE THEN
MOVED to adopt the proposed rate increase
effective July 15, 1994, and delay a reduced
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CITY CODE (OTHER BUSINESS - ITEM 4A)
Penal Code. The proposed emergency ordinance
would amend the Penal Code, Chapter 9 . 02 KCC, to
bring penalty and related provisions into
uniformity with state law. As an emergency
ordinance, passage requires the affirmative vote
of one plus a majority (5) councilmembers.
Woods noted that this item was discussed at the
Public Safety Committee this date. City
Attorney Lubovich explained that the Municipal
Court recently dismissed a charge filed under
the penal code because the penalty provision of
the code defines what constitutes a gross
misdemeanor under state statutes and in that
particular case the state has differing penal-
ties for the same comparable state charge. He
noted that this ruling may impact other charges
filed in municipal court. He explained that
recently enacted state legislation will require
that a municipality's penalties provisions be in
conformance with those of similar crimes under
the state, and that the proposed emergency
ordinance would bring the City's penal code
penalty provisions in compliance with state law.
Lubovich recited the WHEREAS sections of the
proposed ordinance, and noted that a slight
technical change has been made to page 20 of the
ordinance, which is the striking out of the last
three words (under state law) rather than the
last two words (state law) .
WOODS MOVED to adopt Ordinance No. 3172 with
the correction made to Section 9 . 02 . 96 as
recommended by the City Attorney, and in so
doing, adopt the findings established therein
and declare an emergency as to the matter it
addresses. Orr seconded and the motion carried
unanimously.
CURFEW (OTHER BUSINESS - ITEM 4B)
Curfew/Parental Responsibility Ordinance. The
proposed ordinance would establish a curfew for
juveniles 15 years of age or younger between 12
midnight and 6 a.m. each day. Under this
ordinance, it shall also be unlawful for any
parent, guardian or other adult person to permit
or allow such a juvenile to be in violation of
the curfew. The monetary penalty for each
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June 21, 1994
CURFEW violation is $150. In lieu of the monetary
penalty, any person may perform community ser-
vice as approved by the court (not the Human
Services Commission as discussed at the last
Council meeting) . This ordinance as proposed
shall expire March 20, 1995 unless extended by
the City Council.
The City Attorney noted that since the discus-
sion at the last Council meeting, Section D on
page 11 of the proposed ordinance was changed to
indicate that community service would be pre-
scribed by the court, not the Human Services
Commission.
WOODS MOVED to make a letter from Carole A.
Anderson a part of the record. Orr seconded and
the motion carried. Woods then noted that
Councilmember Bennett is not in attendance and
she is unaware of what motion he would have
made. SHE THEN MOVED to reject the ordinance
establishing a curfew and providing for parental
responsibility for juveniles. Houser seconded.
Woods noted that she is comfortable with a
curfew, but that state law puts a bind on any
city law and limits what the Police force can do
on the street. She stated that the proposed
ordinance is very weak and that the only honest
thing to do was to vote against the ordinance.
Mann agreed that the ordinance is weak, and
noted that it would not be in violation for a
juvenile to be in a public place between the
hours of 12 and 6 a.m. if the juvenile was
exercising First Amendment Rights . He said that
if a juvenile so states, a Police officer can do
nothing. He said the ordinance is unenforceable
and that it is unacceptable to the Police Chief,
Police officers and himself. Clark pointed out
that this proposal has eight exceptions, one of
which is literally to encourage young people to
defy the law, as noted by Councilmember Mann.
He stated that the ordinance will not reduce
graffiti, it won't reduce violence among
teenagers and he will vote to reject it. Orr
noted that in theory she supports a curfew/
parental responsibility ordinance, but that this
ordinance will not solve the problems. She
agreed that this ordinance is unenforceable and
encouraged citizens to contact state legislators
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June 21, 1994
CURFEW and urge them to pass legislation that would
enable cities to adopt curfew ordinances which
would be enforceable. She expressed reluctance
to support any ordinance that the Police Chief
and Police officers are not comfortable enforc-
ing, and suggested providing alternatives for
young people. Johnson spoke in favor of the
ordinance even though it is weak, since it is a
step in the right direction. He said he trusts
police officers, judgement, and agreed that
state legislators should be encouraged to adopt
laws that will allow cities to adopt a more
strict curfew. Houser noted that Police
officers can already stop anyone who is com-
mitting a crime or is in danger. She said that
youth programs will bring kids in off the
streets and will solve the problems.
Mandy Silverman, 25329 121st Place SE, opposed
the curfew, noting that it would divert
citizens, attention to matters less important
than youth, which would in turn allow youth to
continue in a downward spiral. Russ Stringham,
1411 W. Smith, said he felt the decision on this
issue has already been made. He agreed that
the proposed ordinance is weak, and suggested
writing one with some teeth. He said that
perhaps by going to court, state laws could be
changed. He expressed concern that potential
solutions are not being tried out of fear.
Louella Evelyn White, 10005 S.E. 235th, said she
has never seen a curfew law solve social pro-
blems. She said that youth need support from
the community in the form of small centers of
concern such as churches and schools . Jennifer
Stokeberry, 6329 S. 251st, spoke against the
curfew, noting that laws are already in place
and they are not always obeyed. She said youth
should be asked what they would like, and should
be included in the decisions.
There were no further comments and the motion to
reject the ordinance establishing a curfew and
providing for parental responsibility for
juveniles then carried with Johnson opposed.
Mayor White expressed hope that if this issue
comes back in the future, that a strong,
workable ordinance be written and that the
courts be challenged if necessary.
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A. COUNCIL PRESIDENT
B. OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
C. PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
D. PLANNING COMMITTEE
E. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ,
F. PARKS COMMITTEE
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G. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
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JANUARY 28, 1995
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT: Jon Johnson - Chair, Leona Orr, Christi Houser
STAFF PRESENT: Tom Brubaker, Becky Fowler, Arthur Martin, Brent McFall, May Miller,
Kelli O'Donnell
MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC: Barbara Ivanoff
The meeting was called to order at 9:33 a.m. by Chairperson Johnson.
A1212roval of Vouchers All claims for the period ending January 12, 1995, in the amount of
$1,266,868.44 (1994 expenses) and the period ending January 13, 1995-, in the amount of
$601,471.78 (1995 expenses) were approved for payment.
Authorization to Enter Into Service Agreement for the Green River International Trade
Program
Governmental Affairs Manager Arthur Martin explained that the proposed agreement broadened
last years agreement in order to assure a greater participation of City staff in activities with
Tradec and the Kent Chamber of Commerce so that as the program grows everyone is kept
informed. Martin noted that it is somewhat difficult to anticipate everything since overseas
participants frequently make last minute schedule changes. Arthur noted that the Trade
Exchange has become the centerpiece of exchanges with Green River Community College, the
City, and high school exchanges as well as business relations. He noted the first cultural
exchange with Yangzhou will occur next month with a puppet troupe visit.
Martin stated that the Chamber of Commerce is in agreement with this service agreement and
encouraged the Committee to authorize the agreement. He noted that the funds have been
budgeted and a time table and a report of last years exchange were included in the agenda
package. After further discussion of the benefits, Houser asked what was meant by the "greater
Kent area". Martin responded the SeaTac Airport vicinity would be used this year. Kent
Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Barbara Ivanoff added that the Red Lion at SeaTac
would be used since it is the only facility large enough to handle 450 people on opening day for
meals, etc. Ivanoff noted the importance of keeping the exchange in the South King County
area. Houser asked if a list was available of who is donating to the exchange including funding
amounts. Ivanoff responded that 1995 will include Keybank,Northwest Airlines, Boeing and
possibly the Port of Seattle as well as exhibitors from service firms. She explained that
sponsors contribute $5,000 to $10,000 and funders are higher.
Houser asked how much Auburn Chamber of Commerce was contributing. Barbara explained
that their contribution consists of recruiting private sponsors within their community such as
Keybank and a travel company. Martin added that they have been working with an investment
group and are also considering Maanshan as a sister city to Auburn. Renton is also looking for
a sister city in China. Arthur noted that Bellevue also has a considerable interest in the program
and he noted the importance of keeping the program under Kent's control. Christi agreed and
Ivanoff added that the City of Kent has grown a nationally recognized program. She related to
the Committee an inquiry she had from the Asia Pacific Institute in Washington DC as well as
coverage in national publications and recognition by the State. Barbara emphasized the struggle
to hold onto the program while trying to find roles for other entities so that a competitive
relationship doesn't develop with other cities. Martin stated that tentative approval has been
received from the President of the Philippines to speak as the keynote for the conference and
two or three new countries will be visited.
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Arthur requested that the Committee recommend to the City Council that the Mayor be
authorized to enter into an agreement for the Green River Valley International Trade Program.
Houser so moved, Orr seconded and the motion passed 3-0.
Budget Change - Salaried. judges Position
Director of Operations Brent McFall stated that the Municipal Court has continued to grow to
the point where it is no longer efficient to pay the judge an hourly rate. McFall proposed that
the judges position be paid at 85% of full time at Department Head Level 2. He noted that this
would result in a $600 a month.savings over the hourly rate. Brent explained that as a
contractor the judge currently is responsible for his own taxes, social security and health care,
etc. McFall recommended the creation of the position of Municipal Court Judge as a salaried
position in Department Head Salary Range 2; that the judge's position be budgeted and paid at
the rate of 85% of full time; and that the budget be amended to reflect the creation of the
position of Municipal Court Judge as a salaried position and the necessary funds to pay for the
position be transferred to salaries and benefits from professional services. Orr asked at what
point an election must occur. McFall replied that 35 hours a week is the breaking point
although magistrate time does not all count as judicial hours. After further discussion, Houser
suggested that municipal court facilities and staff be looked at in the next budget. Orr Moved
to approve the creation of the position of Municipal Court Judge as a salaried position in
Department Head Salary Range 2 to be budgeted and paid at the rate of 85% of full time and
the appropriate budget changes be authorized. Houser seconded and the motion passed 3-0.
December Prehminary Financial Report
Finance Division Director May Miller reviewed the December Preliminary Financial Report
with the Committee. She noted on page one that cash reflects bills being paid through January
20th and the Police retroactive pay for 1993 and 1994. On page two May reviewed the
investments of the City and noted the charts showing the percentage by type and added that the
funds kept in the State Investment Pool are liquid. In reviewing the expenses on page 7, May
noted that in November projects were transferred which is a month earlier than in previous years
and that the preliminary closing indicates expenses will end $200,000 under budget. On page
9, sales tax is estimated to finish at 7% over budget for the total year and after backing out one
time revenue on page 10 sales tax ends at 5% over budget. Miller added that sales tax is up
primarily in retail sales with significant increases in auto dealerships, building supplies, general
merchandise and furniture with 3,508 businesses reporting for the month.
May reviewed page 12 noting utility tax revenue ended up 4.8%. In reviewing the building
permits it was noted that the number of permits was up and the total valuation was down, with
RJC not expected until April. May explained that there are still some signs of growth in tenant
improvement and alterations and significant activity in the industrial base. During further
review, a discussion of the mini-putt marketing followed the review of the golf course revenue.
May noted that the teen positions will be added in January. The Street Fund is estimated to end
at$279,000 over budget which May suggested could be used for asphalt overlay. On page 30
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May indicated that the Teen Project has accumulated$95,600 in 1994 which will be added into
1995. Page 31 shows that the Capital Improvements Funds received $345,408 over budget
primarily from sales tax and real estate excise tax. May estimated that Capital Improvements
will end $124,000 over budget in addition to the $486,000 reserve.
After review of the remaining report, Johnson noted that he would like to see the general fund
have more funds carried forward. Miller noted that 1% has been added and that 100% of
salaries is always budgeted although positions are not filled immediately and turnover allows
vacancies to be filled at entry level rates.
There being no further business, Johnson adjourned the meeting at 10:17 a.m.
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COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT: Jon Johnson - Chair, Leona Orr, Christi Houser
STAFF PRESENT: Ken Chatwin,John Hodgson,Brent McFall,May Miller,Kelli O'Donnell,
Sue Viseth
MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC: None.
The meeting was called to order at 9:31 a.m. by Chairperson Johnson.
Approval of Vouchers All claims for the period ending December 31, 1994, in the amount of
$966,441.81 were approved for payment.
Kent Downtown Partnership Letter of Agreement
Director of Operations Brent McFall stated that this is a proposed letter of agreement between
Kent Downtown Partnership and the City of Kent. This is a continuation of the City's
relationship with Kent Downtown Partnership. The City will provide $32,000 to support their
revitalization efforts and promotion of downtown in twelve installments. The Partnership also
has the responsibility to develop matching funds. He noted that these funds were provided for
in the budget. McFall asked for the Committee to recommend to the full Council authorization
for the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Kent Downtown Partnership.
Committeemember Houser so moved, Committeemember Orr seconded and the motion passed
3-0.
Federal Drug and Alcohol Testing Compliance
-. Risk Manager Ken Chatwin informed the Committee that the new federal drug and alcohol
testing requirements are applicable to employees with commercial vehicle licenses except for
police and fire who are exempt. He noted that over fifty employees are subject to testing
currently under random testing and pre-employment testing would be conducted in the future.
Chatwin stated that at present the only facility offering this type of testing convenient to the City
would be Valley Occupational Clinic. He noted the proposal was on a fee basis and training of
supervisors would also be conducted. Chatwin recommended that the first year an independent
contractor should be used to comply with the law. Orr asked if the new law had been explained
to employees. Chatwin responded that Sue Viseth has sent a memo out to those employees.
Orr moved to approve the recommended contract with Valley Occupational Clinic. Houser
seconded and the motion passed 3-0.
Kent Downtown Partnership
Executive Director of the Kent Downtown Partnership Linda Johnson distributed a copy of the
report from the State. Johnson noted that since October of 1993, 52 new businesses had opened
in the Downtown and four had expanded or relocated into the district. She explained that
statistics only apply to the district but her office helps other businesses such as Ernst moving
into the area. In concluding her review she noted that overall the City of Kent downtown is
doing well in comparison to other cities.
Worker's Compensation Claim Handling Contract
Ken Chatwin explained that this is a renewal of the contract with Scott Wetzel for one year. He
noted that the previous contract had been 18 months in order to move to a January 1 renewal
date. The claim frequency is estimated to go down for 1995 and there has been a slight increase
in prices. Currently the City pays$395 for each indemnity claim which would increase to $435
for 1995 and medical claims would be increased from$85 to $90 each. The administrative fee
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would remain the same. Ken stated that he has been pleased with the past performance of Scott
Wetzel and that he feels that it would not be cost effective to do the function in-house. He noted
that funds were paid out of the Worker's Compensation Trust Fund. Orr moved to recommend
the Committee approve the renewal of the Third Party Claims Administrator contract with
Scott-Wetzel Services Inc. Houser seconded and the motion passed 3-0.
Safetv Awards Program Expansion
Ken Chatwin stated that the current program was started in 1994 in response to the high claims
in 1993. The result has been a reduction in claims. Chatwin noted that other factors have
contributed to the reduced claims such as a change in employee attitude brought about by the
new administrations settlement of labor contracts and the elimination of the fear of layoffs. He
explained that there is still a need for safety awards since they help keep employees interested
in looking after each other. He stated that the proposal would expand the program to all City
employees. The cost per person would be lower he added. Chatwin stated the cost per month
would be $2,768 which is up from $1,650. This expense would be paid out of the Worker's
Comprehensive Trust Fund as a preventative measure. Orr asked how many employees would
be covered. Chatwin responded that 600 would be included which should be enough to include
10 month employees but not summer help. Orr moved to approve the expansion of the safety
awards program. Houser seconded and the motion passed 3-0.
Golf Course Refunding Ordinance
May Miller informed the Committee that this item had been approved in May to be brought
forward to Council but it had been held up due to the Orange County situation. She stated that
the average interest in today's market is estimated at 6.18% which is up from the beginning of
the process. 4.9% of the principal amount savings is projected. The savings will accomplish
two goals; reducing the debt cost and lowering the payments for three years to do golf course
improvements. Miller noted that John Hodgson has put together a list of improvements and she
explained that even though these are councilmanic bonds which are pledged by the City they
will be paid from golf course revenue.
May informed the Committee that the City is currently being rated by Moody's. She added that
she had attended the Economic Development Forecast lunch where it was predicted that the
region will have steady continual growth and that even though Boeing has laid off 19,000
people 30,000 new jobs have been added in other businesses. After further explanation of the
area economy, May recommended that authorization be given to proceed with the bond refund.
Houser asked if since we cannot do anything at the driving range because of the weather would
the funds go into savings? Miller responded that it would be placed in an interest bearing
account. Parks and Recreation Director John Hodgson stated that an RFP for the mini-putt will
be going out on Tuesday for the design and construction of a turnkey mini-putt excluding
landscaping plants which would be done in-house. He estimated that the project would be
complete by June. Hodgson informed the Committee that a soil survey of the range had been
done with the results showing the soil is not good and it looked like soil would have to be
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imported. It was recommended that any work on the range be done at the driest time of the year
which is August. He noted that SEPA is in the process for the range, netting and synthetic turf
now and it is hoped that by purchasing ads and promoting the mini-putt it will help carry
revenue through construction on the range.
Houser asked if any expansion of the clubhouse for youth was being considered? John
responded that S.S.M.D. was proposing some type of picnic area and possibly a concession
trailer if enough revenue is generated to expand the project.
Miller stated that February is the projected date for sale of bonds. Orr moved to proceed with
the Golf Course refinance, Houser seconded. Miller asked that authorization be given for the
Mayor to sign the Refunding Trust Agreement, Orr agreed. McFall asked if the item should be
placed under Other Business on the Council Agenda, Johnson stated it should be. Johnson
called for a vote; the motion passed 3-0.
Refunding Bona. Purchase Contract
May Miller asked for authorization for the Mayor to sign the Refunding Bond Purchase
Agreement. Houser so moved, Orr seconded and the motion passed 3-0.
Council Rules and Procedures
Committee Chair Johnson stated that he was bringing this item forward for any comments or
questions and there was no timeline. Orr stated that it was her understanding that she would be
working with Johnson and Bennett. Johnson replied that this was a draft and as a committee
it could be worked on. Houser stated that she had a few questions. Johnson stated that he
would like to ask everyone to give suggestions and work on it as a committee with Orr and
Bennett. Houser asked if section 21 from resolution 1094 was included which states that a
Council committee shall submit all business to the Council with or without a recommendation.
Houser noted her concern that another Council member sit in on a committee and vote in
Section 25 which is difficult when they may not have all the information from previous
meetings. Christi questioned the need for Section 26 which seemed cumbersome. Jon replied
that things have been brought to Council before without prior knowledge of department heads
or even the City Attorney for review. She agreed that the provision in Section 16 for the City
Attorney's review made sense but questioned the examination and approval by department
heads. After further discussion Houser asked that it also be considered that sections 17 and 21
from the old resolution be incorporated into any new resolution.
November Financial Report
Miller reviewed the November financial report with the Committee. On page one she explained
that the cash view compared from last November to this November is lower due to earlier
transfers of project funds so that the books can be closed sooner. In reviewing investments,
May explained on page 3 that the types of investments are distributed as indicated in secure
investments. On page 7 it was noted that the general fund revenue is up 4.8% for November
and 2.4% for the year. Page 8 reflects the transfers early as well as retroactive payments of
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contract salaries. During further review May indicated that the December sales tax figure had
been received and sales tax will end the year at 7%over budget. She noted that page 11 shows
sales tax with one time revenue backed out which indicates that there has been 5.5%real growth
over what was budgeted. May distributed and reviewed a handout outlining the percentages of
sales tax received by reporting category. Miller noted that utility tax is up by 5% and that
building permits are up by 1%although values of building permits as shown on page 14 are way
down. During May's review of the recreation fees on page 15, Christi Houser noted that the
Parks Committee needs to look at fees being charged for programs. On page 16,May stated that
fines and forfeitures may go up from the 2.8% increase as more accounts are turned over to
collection.
May explained that golf revenue was down 1.9% and that she had met with John Hodgson,
Finance staff and Jim Stone to target areas to enhance revenue next year. She noted that the
budget had been adjusted last month on the expense side. After May concluded her review of
the remaining financial report, a discussion followed of the compensation levels of vacant
positions.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:33 a.m. by Chairperson
Johnson.
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KENT PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
December 12, 1994
The meeting of the Kent Planning Commission was called to order by Chair Kent Morrill at 7:00
p.m. on December 12, 1994 in Kent City Hall, Chambers West.
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT:
Kent Morrill, Chair
Janette Nuss, Vice Chair
Gwen Dahle
Kenneth Dozier
Connie Epperly
Edward Heineman, Jr.
Robert MacIsaac
Russ Stringham
Raymond Ward
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
PLANNING STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
James Harris, Planning Director
Fred Satterstrom, Planning Manager
Kevin O'Neill, Senior Planner
Linda Phillips, Planner
Matthews Jackson, Planner
Betsy Czark, Planner
Christine Holden, Recording Secretary
OTHER CITY STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Roger Lubovich, City Attorney
Tom Brubaker, Assistant City Attorney
Gary Gill, City Engineer
Ed White, Transportation Engineer
APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 28, 1994 MINUTES
Commissioner Nuss stated on page six under John Kastein's comments regarding Chestnut
Ridge, the minutes should read: Commissioner Nuss pointed out there was no comment,
rebuttal, or even one word made in support of SF-3 by the commissioners. The only comments
made were in support of SF-1 zoning with an immediate vote for SF-3 and no discussion. She
offered proof of this from the tape recording of the meeting.
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Commissioner Heineman said on page nine, the minutes should indicate a unanimous vote to
elect Commissioner Morrill as Chair of the Planning Commission for a second term.
Discussions followed concerning the amount of detail that should be recorded in the Planning
Commission minutes, taking particular precaution to include both sides of the issues. Director
Harris said due to the quantity of material discussed at the Planning Commission meetings,
verbatim minutes would be impossible, and asked that the commissioners assist by adding
inadvertently overlooked important comments.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept the minutes of the November 28, 1994 Planning
Commission meeting as corrected. The motion CARRIED.
ADDED AGENDA ITEMS
None
COMMUNICATIONS
Commissioner Nuss distributed a copy of a speech given by Tonya Gilden at a Regional Housing
Justice Campaign, regarding a housing situation she once faced. Commissioner Nuss said it was
another opinion other than by staff and personal input.
NOTICE OF UPCOMING MEETINGS
Director Harris announced the City Council will meet tomorrow evening, December 13, 1994
at 7:00 p.m. in Chambers West. This will be the last meeting of the City Council for 1994.
The first meeting of the new year will be on January 3, 1995.
CONTINUED DELIBERATIONS #CPA-94-1 - Draft Kent Comprehensive Plan
Chair Morrill opened continued deliberations of the Draft Kent Comprehensive Plan. He said
responses to the issues presented at the November 28, 1994 public hearing will be heard, and
the commissioners may ask questions and deliberate each issue. Upon conclusion of the issues,
he said the entire plan will be open for review.
PRESENTATION BY STAFF
Chair Morrill introduced Fred Satterstrom, Planning Manager. Mr. Satterstrom gave a brief
overview of the process involved in reviewing the remaining issues, and proposed the Planning
Commission review each issue one by one. He explained the process of developing the Draft
Kent Comprehensive Plan has taken one full year, and public hearings and deliberations have
been conducted from July, 1994.
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Issue # 1 - Association of Realtors
Kevin O'Neill, Senior Planner spoke concerning issues raised by the Seattle-King County
Association of Realtors regarding Kent's development capacity. Mr. O'Neill described the
challenges in meeting Kent's housing target without upzoning single family lands to multifamily.
He said the Board of Realtors used Kent's existing zoning capacity, rather than considering
Mixed Use areas, accessory units, smaller lot sizes, and flexible development standards for their
determinations. He said the draft plan has already been reviewed by the Washington State
Department of Community Trade and Economic Development, as well as other State agencies,
who did not express any concerns about the adequacy of the land use plan.
Mr. O'Neill responded to questions from the commissioners. Commissioner Stringham asked
what the impact to the housing target would be if no one wanted to build mixed use
developments. He said the public indicated mixed use was acceptable for the downtown area,
but not on East or West Hill. Mr. O'Neill said it would be difficult to meet the targeted housing
capacity without mixed use, but said mixed use would be different on the hills than from the
mixed use requirements for the valley and downtown.
Commissioner Nuss proposed a land use alternative which would blend Mixed Use and Urban
development. She recommended allowance of higher story buildings in the downtown area, and
limited mixed use on the hills. Mr. O'Neill confirmed Commissioner Stringham's statement that
the DCE area of downtown has already eliminated the building height restriction. Commissioner
Stringham asked Mr. O'Neill what impact on the housing capacity a zoning designation of
commercial rather than mixed use would have on Pacific Highway on the West Hill. Mr.
O'Neill responded the Commercial designation would have very little impact on Kent's ability
to accommodate housing capacity.
Commissioner MacIsaac asked whether the public strongly supported mixed use prior to the
comp plan hearings. Mr. O'Neill said the idea of mixed use was universally supported
throughout the variety of community involvements which included forums, the visual preference
survey, and environmental impact studies.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept the staff report regarding Issue #1. Vote: Yea -
Commissioners Dahle, Ward, Heineman, MacIsaac, Chair Morrill - Nay: Commissioner
Stringham, Epperly, Dozier. Abstained: Commissioner Nuss. The motion CARRIED.
Mr. Satterstrom informed the Commission Issue #1 did not contain a staff recommendation as
it was only an outline of the methodology used to create the housing capacities for the report.
Commissioner Stringham was assured that land use changes could be made at a later time,
should the commission accept the staff report.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept the staff's report concerning Issue #1. The motion
CARRIED unanimously.
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After discussions concerning voting on incomplete items, the commission tabled the motion on
item #5.
Item #6 - Commissioner Stringham
Mr. O'Neill commented on Commissioner Stringham's exhibit which recommends additions to
the Land Use element regarding property rights. He stated three of the goals were already
included in Chapter Three of the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. O'Neill introduced Mr. Tom
Brubaker, Assistant City Attorney, to further respond to Commissioner Stringham's proposal.
Mr. Brubaker said, after discussions with Mr. Lubovich, Kent's City Attorney, the basic zoning
issue is the problem of balancing public welfare against private needs. He said the amendments
are an attempt to favor the private interest in rezoning and annexation matters. He said to favor
the private interest over the desires of the surrounding neighbors would cost the City as a tax
burden. Mr. Brubaker stated that an example of extreme cost to the City would be
compensation for owners of down-zoned property.
Mr. Brubaker responded to questions and comments on the constitutional rights of individual
property owners relative to the welfare of the surrounding neighborhood. He said according to
Kent's existing the zoning code, the needs of the area would prevail over the needs of the
property owner. He said the Planning Commission would need to change the zoning code,
should they elect to adopt the proposed amendments.
Commissioner Stringham responded to Mr. Brubaker's comments. He said costs to the City
would only be incurred when the property owner is denied use of their property as they wish;
to favor protection of the general welfare over the rights of the individual is against the State
and United States constitutions; ambiguity is imminent until the comprehensive plan and revision
of the zoning code is completed and implemented; a "win-win" situation is ideal, but sometimes
it is not possible; and that the term "rezone" is incorrect, as these people have owned their
property for an extended period of time, and have used it as they wished and have expectations
to continue use of the property.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to adopt the language as originally presented by Commissioner
Stringham. The motion was tabled so further considerations could be made.
Commissioner Stringham MOVED to continue the issue until later this evening. Commissioner
Dozier SECONDED the motion. The motion CARRIED unanimously.
Transportation Issues
Mr. Ed White, Transportation Engineer, responded to concerns raised by Mr. Jay Bakst at the
November 28, 1994 Planning Commission meeting, as outlined in Public Works memo dated
December 6, 1994. The specific issues were: 1) The policy language to support more stringent
Commute Trip Reduction measures than the State requires. 2) Developing a design criteria for
bicycle and other nonmotorized vehicle parking requirements, including recommending one
bicycle/nonmotorized vehicle space be created for every ten vehicle spaces. 3) Encouraging
incorporation of bicycle facilities in new commercial and residential development. 4)
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Reenforcement of the City's construction standards for nonmotorized transportation on public
streets. 5) Support of projects which promote HOV facilities. 6) Clarification of previously
discussed and unresolved issues.
Mr. White said changes to the land use map would affect the modeling analysis previous
prepared for the comprehensive plan. Specifically, an example would be from designating the
7ankelson/Soushek property along the South 277th Street Corridor from residential to
accommodate a neighborhood convenience store. He said this would create an increase in peak
hour trips from five to one hundred twenty.
Gary Gill, City Engineer, said the issues concerning the corridor project were originally heard
during the public hearing process. He said the area affected by the corridor is inside the City
limits due to the recent Ramstead annexation. He stated the intent of the corridor was to be a
City bypass. Mr. Gill stated the residents did not want to see the City of Kent make wholesale
land use changes along the corridor which would promote strip commercial or other major land
use changes which would jeopardize their neighborhoods. He also discussed the conversion table
which indicates the various zoning designations and the number of anticipated trips per acre.
The commissioners asked Mr. White questions on the transportation element. Commissioner
Nuss asked if the Bicycle Advisory Board had been made aware of the Chamber's comments and
Mr. White said the board was aware the Chamber's comments, but due to time constraints, they
had not been involved in the response. Commissioner Nuss said she felt due to fairness and
respect to the Bicycle and Transit Advisory Boards, both boards should be consulted before
accepting the transportation element. Discussions continued regarding the redundancy and
quantity of policies contained in the nonmotorized area of the transportation element.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to defer acceptance of transportation's response to the
recommendations presented by the Chamber of Commerce until evaluated by the Transit
Advisory Board, Bicycle Advisory Board. The motion CARRIED unanimously.
Mr. Harris stated finalization of the Transportation element could take a year to complete.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept staff's report in total. Commissioner Stringham
asked when the concerns of the Transportation element would be addressed. The motion was
DEFEATED. Vote: Yea - Chair Morrill, Commissioners Ward, Heineman. Nay -
Commissioners Dozier, Epperly, Dahle, Nuss, Stringham, MacIsaac.
Mapping Issues
Linda Phillips, Planner discussed staffs recommendations for the mapping issues raised at the
November 28, 1994 public hearing.
Area 1 - Property on 248th adjacent to Morrill property.
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Ms. Phillips said staff's recommendation remains the same as previously recommended in the
staff memo dated September 6, 1994. She said, however, staff has proposed a higher density
designation of SF-8 to allow increased development opportunities. Ms. Phillips said this
designation would be compatible with the adjacent multifamily complexes.
Commissioner MacIsaac said he felt this area should be recommended for multifamily
development, and said it would also be a buffer to the parks, churches and other amenities in
the area. Commissioner Stringham asked what the maximum allowed density for the comp plan
designation LDMF (Low Density Multifamily). Ms. Phillips said it was 16 units per acre,
which equates to Garden Density in the zoning code.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to adopt Low Density Multi Family as requested by the
owners of the property located at 248th, adjacent to the Morrill property. The motion
CARRIED unanimously.
Area 2 - Plan Map Adjustment for Terrace Olympus Apartments (Zube)
Matthews Jackson, Planner, reviewed the current split zoning of the apartment complex and said
staff's recommendation is to designate the entire property MDMF, Medium Density Multifamily
Residential.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept staff's recommendation to change the plan map
designation of the Zube property to MDMF. The motion CARRIED unanimously.
Area 3 - Request for Medium Density Multifamily for two parcels located south of 259th
Street and North of Central Avenue. (Ahmad)
Ms. Phillips said staff's recommendation for comprehensive plan designation for this property
is to retain MDMF (Medium Density Multifamily).
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept staff's recommendation. The motion CARRIED
unanimously.
Area 4 - Request to redesignate property located between Frager Road and Kent Des
Moines Highway from Agricultural to Industrial. (Matelich)
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Mr. Jackson reviewed the request from Mr. Matelich which asked to allow a designation that
would allow construction of an outside storage facility. Mr. Jackson said due to a variety of
environmental constraints and potential increased traffic, staff's recommendation is to retain the
Agricultural designation. When asked if Mr. Matelich could pursue his request as a non-
conforming use, Mr. Jackson said it would not be approved as the intended use is unrelated to
agricultural use. Discussions followed concerning zoning that would allow the requested
commercial operation.
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Mr. Harris said the City should not change the plan for just one parcel of property and that the
entire Agricultural area on the west side of the Green River surrounding Mr. Matelich's property
should be considered. Discussions continued regarding surrounding property owners and the
existing uses of the land. Regarding soil quality, Mr. Harris said Agricultural land has a variety
of uses other than for planting corn.
Commissioner Stringham asked Mr. Brubaker for a clarification regarding the legal concerns of
minimum lot size spot zoning as it relates to comprehensive plan designations. Mr. Brubaker
said he was not aware that a law exists that states spot zoning was illegal during the comp plan
process. The commissioners discussed the increasing loss of agricultural lands, and the
economics of using the land for agricultural purposes.
Mr. Satterstrom added that although this property was in the area classified by King County as
a designated agricultural district, with a program for King County to purchase development
rights, the Matelich's did not apply to sell the development rights.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept staff's recommendation to retain the AG designation
for the Matelich property. The motion FAILED. Vote: Yea - Chair Morrill, Commissioners
Dahle, Nuss, Heineman. Nay - Commissioners Dozier, Epperly, Ward, Stringham, MacIsaac.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept a Commercial comprehensive plan designation as
requested by Mr. Matelich. The motion CARRIED. Vote: Yea - Commissioners Dozier,
Epperly, Ward, Stringham, MacIsaac. Nay - Commissioners Heineman, Dahle, Nuss, Chair
Morrill.
Area 5 - Request to designate a 25 acre parcel from Agricultural to Industrial, adjacent to
South 277th Street. (Nelson)
Mr. Satterstrom indicated the area on the map and said King County's designation is also as
Agricultural.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept the Industrial designation as requested by Mr.
Nelson. The motion CARRIED. Vote: Yea - Chair Morrill, Commissioners Dozier, Epperly,
Ward, Stringham, Maclsaac. Nay - Commissioners Heineman, Dahle, Nuss.
Commissioner Nuss asked Commissioner Stringham if he had considered Mr. Tidball's letter
urging this area remain as agricultural farmland. Commissioner Stringham said he wished to
go on record as being sympathetic to Mr. Tidball's needs, but supported Mr. Nelson request
because the property had been in the Nelson family for over one hundred years, while Mr.
Tidball purchased his property in 1976. Commissioner Stringham said there were ways to
mitigate the impact on Mr. Tidball's property if and when industrial development occurs.
Area 6 - Request for comprehensive plan designation appropriate for vehicle-oriented
convenience store at 116th Avenue and Kent Kangley Road. (Jankelson, Soushek)
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Ms. Phillips said staff's recommendation remains single family for this parcel.
Comments from commissioners followed concerning whether future transportation improvements
would allow for the requested development, and the existing traffic congestion in this area.
Mr. White said not only should the through traffic be a factor in the traffic congestion and
safety, but also the impact turn lanes and the traffic signal would create. He said he thought
completion of this project would occur within two years.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept staff's recommendation of single family. The
motion CARRIED. Vote: Yea - Commissioners Epperly, Dahle, Heineman, Ward, Stringham,
MacIsaac and Chair Morrill. Nay - Commissioners Nuss, Dozier.
Mr. Satterstrom asked the commission to bring forward any unresolved issues for discussion and
resolution.
Tabled Issue #5 - In regards to LU-22.5 which links grade and fill permits to building permits,
Mr. Satterstrom suggested the second sentence of the policy say, "Grade and fill permits which
do not include site development plans may be issued by the City where such activities do not
disturb sensitive areas such as wetlands."
Commissioner Nuss asked if it was possible for individuals to fill agricultural lands in an attempt
to use the land for commercial purposes. Mr. Satterstrom said a zoning requirement presently
exists for agriculturally-zoned parcels that prevents landfilling except for farming activities or
structures.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept Mr. Satterstrom's change of wording for LU 22.5.
The motion CARRIED unanimously.
Tabled Issue #6 - Regarding proposed LU-28.1, Commissioner Stringham stated a
recommended change from the City Attorney which changes the wording, "all annexation zoning
discussions" to "consider all area-wide rezoning decisions."
It was MOVED and SECONDED to adopt Commissioner Stringham's policy proposals as
originally written, except for the amendment to LU-28.1 made by the City Attorney which
states, "All area-wide rezoning decisions should consider continuation of existing uses and
developments."
Commissioner Stringham answered questions from the commissioners. He said his proposal
meant a property could not be down-zoned unless the owner was properly compensated. The
issues was raised about how this change would affect the existing form of city government as
it relates to protecting the public welfare over the wishes of the individual property owner.
Discussions followed regarding the intent of the law, the constitutional rights of property owners
and that previously, compensation had been neglected for owners during the wetlands issue. Mr.
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Brubaker said the City could possibly go bankrupt should it be responsible to pay each time
property is rezoned for the benefit of health, safety, and welfare.
The motion CARRIED. Vote: Yea - Commissioners Dozier, Epperly, Ward, Stringham,
MacIsaac, Chair Morrill. Nay - Commissioners Dahle, Heineman. Abstained - Commissioner
Nuss.
Tabled Transportation Issue - Mr. Satterstrom informed the commission the Transportation
Element was accepted on November 21, 1994, as well as other issues including revenues,
housing targets and bike paths. Discussion followed pertaining to the prior vote to accept the
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transportation element, and the time-frame needed for staff to complete the areas to be revisited
by the Bicycle and Transportation Advisory Boards. Mr. White said the BAB and the KTAB
should have a response to the Chambers comments by February, when the City Council reviews
the plan. Commissioner MacIsaac raised several safety concerns and the City's possible liability
in case of injury accidents, should bicycle paths be approved.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept the Transportation element as it was previously
accepted on November 21, 1994, with the recommendation made by Mr. Satterstrom for the
coordination of the Kent Transit Advisory Board, Bicycle Advisory Board and the Chamber of
Commerce. The motion CARRIED. Vote: Yea - Chair Morrill, Commissioners Nuss, Dahle,
Epperly, Ward. Nay - Commissioners Stringham, Dozier, MacIsaac.
Chair Morrill asked the commission to identify any other items they felt needed to be discussed.
Commissioner Heineman asked to revisit items which appeared in previous minutes which were
not unanimously accepted, by vote or by non-attendance of a commissioner.
Commissioner Nuss requested a commercial designation for an area on West Hill located across
the street from Fred Meyer on Highway 99 which has been designated mixed use. She shared
a personal violent experience, as well as murders and shootings to emphasize increased crime
in this area. She said the decisions of the Planning Commission affect people's lives.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept a commercial zoning designation, as it appears on
the existing plan for the area on Highway 99, across the street from the Fred Meyer Shopping
Center. The motion CARRIED unanimously. As a point of clarification, Commissioner Nuss
stated the property is on the west side of Highway 99.
Commissioner Dozier requested further consideration of the property located at 116th and Kent
Kangley Road, (Short Stop Grocery, previously the Totem Pole) currently designated as single
family. He said the owner of the property, Karen Rehkop had requested a change to a
commercial designation.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to change the comprehensive plan designation from residential
to commercial for the Reykop property located at 116th and Kent Kangley Road. The motion
CARRIED unanimously.
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Commissioner Heineman asked to revisit several areas of the comprehensive plan. These areas
included Horseshoe Acres, property located at 248th adjacent to the Morrill property, proposed
commercial designation for area on West Hill, Dr. Ranniger's property and Michael Skehan's
level of service recommendations. He also wished to revisit the Chestnut Ridge recommendation
of SF-3.
Commissioner Dahle said the Planning Commission recommended an SF-1 designation for the
Chestnut Ridge (Ross site) area to the City Council just one year ago, when this area annexed
into the City. She said she did not think the Council would accept the recommendation to
change the designation to SF-3.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to accept the original ordinance the City Council passed which
designates this area as SF-1.
Discussions followed regarding the need for high density housing, including the use of Planned
Unit Developments and Cluster housing in single family areas to meet the requirements of the
Growth Management Act. It was stated that with an SF-3 designation, this area could possibly
add 84 houses, creating major negative impacts to the entire area. Also discussed were the
steps necessary to implement the Planning Commission and City Council decisions.
Commissioner Epperly said she had visited Dover Court, Kent's only PUD, and asked the
residents of Dover Court and surrounding neighborhood what, if any, negative impacts this type
of housing development has created. Commissioner Epperly said their comments were positive.
The motion was restated. The motion FAILED. Vote: Yea - Commissioners Dahle, Nuss,
Ward, Heineman. Nay - Chair Morrill, Commissioners Dozier, Epperly, Stringham, Maclsaac.
Commissioner Dozier requested a confirmation that the comprehensive plan designation for the
Ranniger property was changed to commercial. Mr. Satterstrom said the recommended plan
designation was changed to Neighborhood Services.
Commissioner Dahle asked when specific zoning for each of the properties represented by the
letters would be addressed. She was told all of the submitted exhibits had been deliberated by
the commission.
Commissioner Nuss presented "Alternative 4" to the commission. She read:
"After several months of research, testimonies, and deliberations, it is with great pleasure
that I present Alternative 4, the Mixed/Urban density for your approval.
This alternative is a blending of both alternatives depicted in the land use videos
presented last spring. Instead of 4-6 story buildings from the mixed use alternative or
8-10 story buildings found in the urban use alternative, alternative 4 creates buildings in
the downtown core resulting in 6-8 story buildings. This mixed/urban alternative makes
downtown the central focal point for businesses, commuter rail, and a general hub for
activity.
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It recognizes our agricultural farmland as significant and maintains the idea that although
the mixed use concept is desired out on the east and west hills, it does so in a limited
fashion. Although many citizens chose mixed use as the preferred alternative in the land
use survey, it became blatantly apparent during the hearings that when they were faced
with the reality of a mixed use concept, support was lost. By limiting the amount of
mixed use on the east and west hills, needed services will still be available but not at the
risk of distracting the overall character of the areas.
Alternative 4 maintains a variety of affordable housing, creates vitality in the downtown
core, while at the same time balances the interests of the residents out on the two hills.
Because it is not as severe as the urban density concept, it satisfies the concerns raised
by the planning department over whether or not the valley floor could withstand the
urban density. Most importantly, alternative 4 allows for more flexibility respecting not
only the citizens desires, but the networking between city departments and supports
organizations such as the Kent Downtown Partnership.
Commissioner Nuss MOVED to accept Alternative 4, and Commissioner Epperly SECONDED
the motion for discussion purposes.
Commissioner Stringham asked if Alternative 4 would affect the other elements. Mr. O'Neill
answered it would, as the comprehensive plan is a package with the other elements and the land
use plan map.
The motion FAILED. Vote: Yea - Commissioner Nuss. Nay - Chair Morrill, Commissioners
Dozier, Dahle, Epperly, Ward, Heineman, Stringham, MacIsaac.
Commissioner Ward MOVED to recommend adoption of the Executive Proposed Comprehensive
Plan dated July 18, 1994 with the following changes: 1) Incorporation of addendums A, B, C
& D as described in staffs memorandum to the Planning Commission dated November 21,
1994. 2) Incorporation of plan text and/or map modifications presented to the planning
commission at tonight's meeting. Chair Morrill SECONDED the motion.
Discussions followed with Commissioner Dahle expressing her objection to the large amount of
money allocated for Parks and Capital Improvement programs. She said she understood each
element would be revisited after the straw vote was taken.
The motion FAILED. Vote: Yea - Chair Morrill, Commissioner Ward. Nay - Commissioners
Dozier, Dahle, Nuss, Stringham, Heineman, MacIsaac.
Chair Morrill asked the commissioners to address specific issues so the comp plan
recommendation can be completed.
Commissioner MacIsaac agreed with Commissioner Dahle's concerns, saying he felt too much
money was delegated to Parks while public safety issues are ignored. He also said no funding Y
appeared to be allocated to repair older streets and sidewalks, to meet City standards.
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Director Harris read from the November 21, 1994 minutes affirming the commission had voted
and approved the Transportation and Capital Facilities elements, per staff's recommendation.
He explained the Planning Commissions' role in adopting the comprehensive plan is to set the
policies, and the City Council's responsibility is to make decisions on money allocations. He
stated the public safety financing in questions was included in the General Fund, as previously
explained by May Miller.
Commissioner Nuss said after being unable to attend the November 21, 1994 meeting, she met
with department heads who answered and explained many of her financial questions.
Commissioner MacIsaac stated several areas of the plan he felt needed further deliberation.
Commissioner Nuss said it would be very difficult to have all nine commissioners in agreement,
and they should be flexible and move forward, and recommend the plan to the City Council.
She wished to go on record saying she was comfortable with the plan, including staff's
responses.
Commissioner Ward said the City Council were the elected officials of the City, and therefore
should be responsible for allocating the money. He said the Planning Commission should make
a recommendation of a viable plan, for the citizenry and for ourselves.
Mr. Satterstrom said Planning's workload is stacking up, and recapped several upcoming
projects such as annexation zoning, the adult use business moratorium issue, and writing zoning
implementation. He said certain grants would be ineligible until the comprehensive plan is
adopted.
Commissioner Stringham said he thought the plan could go forward with a "Nay"
recommendation.
Commissioner Nuss asked Commissioner Ward to repeat his prior motion to adopt the Plan.
Commissioner Ward MOVED to recommend adoption of the Executive Proposed Comprehensive
Plan dated July 18, 1994 with the following changes: 1) Incorporation of addendums A, B, C
& D as described in staff's memorandum to the Planning Commission dated November 21,
1994. 2) Incorporation of plan text and or/map modifications presented to the planning
commission at tonight's meeting. Commissioner Nuss SECONDED the motion.
Mr. Satterstrom stated for the record, the topics of the aforementioned addendums. They are:
A - Comprehensive Plan mapping revisions, B - Policy and Text revisions, C - Revised Capital
Facilities Element, D - Transportation Financing and Implementation revisions.
The motion CARRIED. Vote: Yea - Chair Morrill, Commissioners Dozier, Nuss, Ward,
Heineman. Nay - Commissioners Dahle, Stringham, Epperly, MacIsaac.
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GOOD OF THE ORDER
Commissioner Dahle said she hoped the City Council would receive a copy of the minutes of
tonight's meeting to see how the members of the Planning Commission feel about the
expenditures and the way the City spends money.
Chair Morrill thanked the commission and staff for the amount of time spent on the
comprehensive plan. He said everyone can attend the City Council meetings to express
individual feelings, and that the Council should know that recommendation of the comprehensive
plan was by a very close vote.
Director Harris congratulated the Planning Commission for their focus, amount of time spent
and good work performed on the plan. He said their efforts will be recognized by the public
and by the City Council.
Commissioner Stringham thanked staff for their extraordinary patience in dealing with the
commission. Several Commissioners voiced their gratitude in unison.
It was MOVED and SECONDED to adjourn the meeting. The motion CARRIED. The meeting
closed at 10:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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ording Secretary
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PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
JANUARY 23, 1995
PRESENT: Paul Mann Tom Brubaker
Tim Clark May Miller
Jim Bennett Robert Taylor, MCI Metro
Don Wickstrom Brian Lauler, MCI Metro
Gary Gill
MCI Metro Franchise Agreement
Brubaker stated that pursuant to the previous Committee, he had made some changes to
the draft franchise ordinance. He said that there were two basic changes; the description
of the facilities from the telecommunication system to a fibre optic cable together with
necessary appurtenances - the idea being to clarify the purpose for which this system is
being used at this time and more importantly, clarification that the system is going to be
installed for the sole purpose of conducting a telephone business as defined by the
applicable RCW. Any use outside that will require an addendum to this franchise or an
entirely different franchise agreement. Brubaker further explained that the other major
change is that this has been drafted as a 5 year franchise rather than a 10 year franchise
although it is automatically renewable at the end of the 5 year period. This draft includes
some restrictive language which requires MCI Metro to provide the City with written notice
of the automatic renewal date 6 months prior to the renewal date.
Brian Lauler noted they (MCI) preferred that the language "telecommunication" rather than
"Fibre optic cable" remain in the agreement because MCI cannot assure that 100% of the
installation will be fibre optic. Committee concurred that "telecommunication" would
remain in the agreement
Committee unanimously recommended authorization to set February 7th as the first
reading (review) of the MCI Metro Franchise Agreement followed by the second reading
on February 21 st with the appropriate language as set forth.
Drainage Utility Rates
Wickstrom explained that we are proposing a 6 year Capital Improvement Program which
totals $25,455,00 over that six year program. He stated that the first three years '95, '96
and '97 address our flooding concerns. Wickstrom said that previously we were looking
at just financing the first year rate however we have a major project, which is the Valley
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Detention, and that could take two years to fund because of its size. We are proposing
to look at '95 and '96 rates - the '96 rates would not go into affect until January 1, 1996
but it would be part of our recommendation to include those two year rates increase.
Wickstrom said that the '95 program is primarily concentrating on the Valley Detention
project (a $9 Million project) and the flooding up on Garrison Creek. He said that we have
constructed the trunk system up thru the Benson Shopping Center however, all that does
is push the water down into the valley. He explained that a big part of resolving the
flooding issue is constructing a detention system at the top of 98th Ave. Wickstrom further
said that '96 is strictly financing the Lagoon project and '97 is to finish financing of
reconstruction of the culverts along Mill Creek. With said reconstruction the flooding
problems along Mill Creek from Bowen Scarff to the Senior Center would be resolved. To
do so will require that we replace all the existing culverts that cross the various roads and
some of the driveways. In order to do that, we will be spending about $800,000; in '97 we
will have the balance of the money to complete it. Wickstrom said that by the end of'97
we should have all the flooding issues addressed that were originally brought forward. In
'98 thru the year 2000, we will be primarily addressing water quality problems.
Wickstrom stated that the '95 rate increase is a basin by basin rate; it varies with the basin.
It has a basic charge that everyone pays and if a resident is in a basin that has alot of
capital improvements than that basin specifically pays for those types of improvements.
Wickstrom said that our proposed rate increase varies from a low of $0.49 per month/per
single family residence to as high as $2.70 per month. The '96 rate will add another $0.41
per month to as high as $0.82 per month/per single family residence. Wickstrom
referenced a Table which shows the net impact for various class of customers.
Wickstrom explained that the other issue in this rate increase proposal is that instead of
forming the ULID which we were originally looking at to help finance the Valley Detention
project, we want to put those costs into the rate structure. He stated that the only reason
we looked at a ULID in the past is because when we started the project, we didn't have
a Drainage Utility. He said if we were to do a ULID, we would not be able to construct the
project this year and in order to implement it we need to get the project under contract by
May. We will be moving 600,000 yds of material and groundwater is a key factor. In
order to move that amount of yardage in one year we have to begin now; we couldn't get
a ULID formed with all the preliminary meetings, hearings and protests. Wickstrom said
that in retrospect, we feel it is easier to implement; we just fold it into the rate; we can do
the project this year and start to show some proof of the money that we will be spending.
Wickstrom said that if the Committee concurs, we suggest that a public hearing be held
and take testimony.
In response to Clark's question on funding of the Lagoon project, Wickstrom stated that
the rate increase for same is to be born by the customers within that basin. He said the
primary reason we are asking for a two year rate increase; one now and one which would
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automatically go into affect January 1st is, that would enable us to award the Lagoon
project as one contract. He said that otherwise we would need to break it up into a $9
Million contract; and a $3 Million contract but because the way the project all fits together,
it doesn't break up that simply. He explained that the big bulk of the work is excavating.
It doesn't lend itself to separate out $3 Million worth of the work and have a separate
contract in 1996. Clark said that in essence we are asking to fund two projects in one.
Wickstrom said that approving a rate in '95 and approving a '96 rate will allow us to award
the Lagoon project as one big project. Wickstrom stated that if we don't have approval of
the second year rate increase, we can't guarantee that we would have the money; the
plans and specs would then have to be cut back in such a manner to get one contract
under $8 Million and than another worth $3 - $4 Million the following year, which would be
much more difficult to get good bids.
Wickstrom explained that the ULID related to a specific basin; the balance was to be
financed by the remaining portion of that same basin. We merely separated out a little
portion of this bigger basin to finance its share by the ULID vs. a rate increase. In
response to Bennett, Wickstrom said that everybody in Mill Creek basin is paying for this
particular project because it is benefitted and impacted by everybody within that basin.
Bennett opened discussion on the manner in which the Action requested on this item was
worded and took exception with a portion of it. He said he would not vote at this time, to
accept rates until he hears from the people that are affected by these rates. Clark stated
that this was the purpose of the hearing.
Committee voted 2-1, to authorize setting a Public Hearing before the full Council on the
Drainage Utility Financial Plan & Revenue Program. Further, should no significant
testimony be offered requiring modification thereto, Committee recommends adopting
same including implementation of the first and second years' rates.
West Titus Street - Street Vacation
Wickstrom explained that this is a portion of Titus Street, west of 5th Avenue wherein we
have received a petition for vacation and this is a request to set a public hearing date for
that vacation request.
Committee unanimously recommended setting a hearing date for the Titus St. street
vacation.
Charge in Lieu of Assessment - 116th Ave Watermain
W`L kstrom stated that this portion of 116th Ave is a part of the 277th Corridor; the
de,.eloper will be regrading that area associated with the development of Kingstone Plat
which will expose the existing 12" waterline. Wickstrom explained that we relocated the
main to the west and put it along 117th PI and tied it back down into the watermain on the
south end. He said that there was a Charge in Lieu of Assessment on the main to begin
with and in its relocated area, we are requesting the relocation of that Charge in Lieu of
Assessment to the new fronting properties. Wickstrom noted that these properties will
only be paying the 1975 dollar amounts that we originally established.
Committee unanimously recommended recording the Charge in Lieu of Assessment and
collect the specified fees at the time of permit application.
Fracter Road Guardrail Installation
Wickstrom explained that this is a guardrail for the balance of Frager Rd.; it is an ISTEA
grant for $72,222 and we are asking that the Mayor be authorized to sign the agreement.
Committee unanimously recommended authorization for the Mayor to sign the agreement
and establish the budget for same.
St Improvements/No Protest LID Covenants
Wickstrom explained that this was an issue that came forward when we formed the Rust's
LID about whether or not we should start requiring improvements up-front vs. grant LID
covenants. Wickstrom referred to three Ordinances which allows us to require up front
improvements and specifically Ordinance #2224 which allows us to require certain
improvements with a building permit. That particular ordinance authorizes the use of No
Protest LID covenants as a means to do so, particularly when the adjoining or abutting
properties are substandard. He noted that this is the direction we have been following
over the years and we have formed a lot of LID's. Wickstrom referred to a list of LIDs in
the Committee packets. The covenants also had a part to play in these and that totaled
up to about $32 Million worth of improvements; the LID paid almost $25 Million. Wickstrom
noted that he strongly felt that we wouldn't have these projects if we took a parcel by
parcel approach. We would end up with a hodge podge of misaligned and mismatched
pieces of improvements because these developments don't occur adjacent to each other;
nor simultaneously. Over time, there are different engineers doing the design of a
particular road section; the engineer's design needs to not only address the existing
conditions but it also must meet an ultimate plan which in some cases, we don't know what
that ultimate plan is for that particular road section. He also went on to say that different
inspectors and different plan reviewers would be involved on the City's behalf; so when
trying to combine all these together for a well finished product, it's difficult to do when
talking about a parcel by parcel approach.
Wickstrom again noted that we have alot of LID covenants and we implemented alot of
improvements ($32 Million); we would not be able to come up with the $24 Million. Not
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only did we implement alot of LID's, there have been a number of developments which
required improvements where they have abutted up to existing improvements and it was
a matter of simply telling them to carry on the typical improvement. Wickstrom said it has
been a combination of a case by case analysis on each individual project. In the long
term, LID's are a critical factor for us implementing our infrastructure; they have been in
the past and will be in future. They are part of our Six Year Street Plan to finance those
improvements that are needed to meet the Growth Management Act. He noted that LID's
have also provided the financing in terms of economic development.
Wickstrom further stated that this has been a successful program; the City has benefitted
significantly. He suggested that perhaps the Committee would want to hold a public
hearing and invite the development community in to hear what they have to say about
which way they want to go.
Committee unanimously concurred that this item should be brought to the Council retreat
of February 3rd for discussion. Holding a public hearing would be decided upon after
Council has discussed it further.
Added items:
Restrooms at the Golf Course
Bennett stated that a permanent restroom should be installed in the golf course. He
requested that Wickstrom look into this.
Contractor Funds on City Projects
Mann asked if there is a way to monitor where the money comes from for backing
contractors on City projects. He referred to a situation in New York where 'mob' money
was used to back some of the projects going on at this time. Brubaker said that we do not
have any mechanism at this time to monitor any criminal activity however, there may be
some way to determine who the financial backers are on a project.
Earthquake Preparedness
Mann asked what steps we could take to determine if our utility infrastructures are
earthquake safe. Wickstrom stated that we have the funding to determine the weak points
in our infrastructure however we do not have the staff to follow thru at this time. Committee
concurred unanimously that they support the need to resolve this issue.
Meeting adjourned: 5:45 P.M.
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