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City Council Meeting
Agenda
CITY OF
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Mayor Jim White
Councilmembers
Leona Orr, President
Sandy Amodt Connie Epperly
Tom Brotherton Judy Woods
Tim Clark Rico Yingling
June 2, 1998
Office of the City Clerk
SUMMARY AGENDA
KENT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
June 2, 1998
Council Chambers
7:00 p.m.
MAYOR: Jim White COUNCILMEMBERS: Leona Orr, President
Sandy Amodt Tom Brotherton Connie Epperiy
Rico Yingling Tim Clark Judy Woods
CALL TO ORDER
FLAG SALUTE
ROLL CALL
1. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Introduction of Mayor's Appointees
B. Employee of the Month
Kent Youth and Family Services Presentation
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2. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. LID 340, S. 196/200 Corridor Project- Ordinance
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of Minutes
B. Approval of Bills
C. Kent Transit Advisory Board Appointments - Confirmation
D. METRO Sanitary Sewer Interceptor- Authorization
E. Kent Ridge Estates, Naming of Park-Authorization
F. Senior Center Roof Repair Change Order/Budget Change -Authorization
G. Public Development Authority Board Appointments - Confirmation
H. Norway Sister City, Addition of Gaular Kommune to Existing Agreement -
Authorization
I. Swan Court II Preliminary Plat- Set Meeting Date
4. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Rhododendron Estates Preliminary Plat
B. Canterbury Greens Townhomes Final Plat
5. BIDS
A. City of Kent Traffic Striping
B. 6th Avenue North Improvements
6. CONTINUED COMMUNICATIONS
7. REPORTS
EXECUTIVE SESSION - 1 ) Pending Litigation
2) Potential Litigation
3] Labor Negotiations
8. ADJOURNMENT
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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] Introduction of Mayor's Appointees
B) Employee of the Month
C) Kent Youth and Family Services Presentation
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2. 1998
Category Public Hearings
1. SUBJECT: LID 340, S. 196/200 CORRIDOR PROJECT- ORDINANCE
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: This date has been set for the public hearing to
establish the formation of LID 340, S. 196th/200th Street Corridor Improvements,
Green River to East Valley Highway. This hearing only relates to formation of this LID
and a determination of whether these improvements should be constructed. A
public hearing on the monetary amount of individual assessments will occur at a
later date. Accordingly, anyone wishing to speak at this hearing should confine their
comments strictly to the issue of whether or not the City should form this LID - not to
preliminary assessments against individual properties. The Public Works Director
will give a brief explanation of the project before opening this hearing.
3. EXHIBITS: Public Works Director memorandum, preliminary special benefit study,
vicinity map, and ordinance
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Committee staff, and Council 5/5/98
(Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc.)
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED:
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
OPEN HEARING:
PUBLIC INPUT:
CLOSE HEARING:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember _moves, Councilmember LIV seconds
(1 ) to make the Public Works Director's memorandum of May 27, 1998 a part of
the record, 6{,73.�`
Councilmember ,ti moves, Councilmember ,l)-s seconds
(2) to adopt Ordinance No._ v creating the formation of LID 340, S. 196th/
200th Street Corridor Improvements, Green River to East Valley Highway.
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ACTION:
1 ouncil Agenda
Item No. 2A
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
May 27, 1998
TO: Mayor &z City Coun it
FROM: Don Wickstrom 1
RE: LID 340 — S. 196t'/200`h St Corridor Improvement
Green River to East Valley Highway
June 2, 1998 has been set for the Public Hearing for the formation of the above
referenced Local Improvement District.
Background
The proposed South 196 /200' Street Corridor improvements have been identified
and referenced as a necessary link in the valley's transportation network for over a
decade by the City, King County, and the South County Region. It was first
recognized in the City's 1984 Comprehensive Transportation Plan and it has
subsequently been included in the City's annually updated Six-Year Transportation
Improvement Plan. Its has been included in the County's Comprehensive Plans,
Transportation Plans and Transportation Needs Reports since 1985. It was included
in the recommended list of the highest priority projects of the adopted 1987 Puget
Sound Council of Government's Green River Valley Transportation Action Plan.
Environmental review on the project progressed from 1993 through 1996 and final
design and construction have commenced since then.
Due the extensive industrial development that has occurred in this portion of the
City's, this project is a key element per meeting the City's transportation concurrency
requirement under the State's Growth Management Act. With out it the city will be
out of compliance therewith and will have to act accordingly when reviewing new
developments therein. This project will provide a new link to I-5 by constructing a
new east/west arterial connecting Orillia Road to West Valley Highway (SR181) and
to East Valley Highway. Further, it provides the only grade-separated arterial
crossing of both UPSP and BNSF railroad tracks in the City or for that matter
between I-405 in Renton and NW 15`' in Auburn. Said grade separation will only
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become more crucial in the future due to projected increase in train traffic (66 freight
trains per day on the BNSF tracts and 32 freight trains per day on the UPSP tracts
and this doesn't include Amtrak or commuter rail traffic).
With construction of the Green River Bridge now well underway, the County portion
of the corridor scheduled to open for bids in July, and the City portion advancing
into final design, it is time for the City to proceed with the LID formation. Per
preparation of the LID, the City hired Bruce Allen &- Associates, Real Estate and
Appraisal firm, to do a special benefit analysis of the project as it pertains to property
values. From that, the LID assessments were distributed in accordance with the
benefits received. A notice to the property owners of the project and what their
potential assessment would be was mailed out on March 9' (see attached map for
LID boundary). On March 25' an informal property owner's meeting with the
affected property owners was held to discuss the project and answer any questions.
Approximately 50 of the 260 property owners who received their said notice attended
the meeting.
The meeting began with an introduction to the project and the special benefit
analysis by City staff and our consultants. It was followed by a general question and
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session and finished with addressing specific questions on an individual basis.
The majority of the questions pertained to how the Allen Company arrived at the
assessment amounts. It was commonly understood that the new arterial corridor was
needed to allow commerce to continue in this industrial area of the valley. The
Resolution of Intent was approved by the City Council on May 5, 1998 which set the
hearing date for June 2, 1998.
Proposed Improvements
The proposed project involves the construction of an arterial corridor from the Green
River at S. ZOOM Street northeasterly along Russell Road to South 196' Street and
then easterly along South 196' Street to East Valley Highway.
The project includes the following improvements:
1. A five lane roadway with bicycle lanes (no bilce lanes east of UPSP Railroad
tracks), sixty-six feet (58 feet east of UPSP Railroad tracks) curb to curb, with
two lanes in each direction and a center turn lane in all areas except the two
bridges.
2. Curb and gutter.
3. Cement concrete sidewalk on both sides.
4. Storm drainage improvements.
S. Street lighting improvements.
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6. Landscaping.
7. Utility modifications as required.
8. Channelization and signing.
9. Bridge over the Green River (half is paid for by the City, half by the County).
1O.Bridge over the Union Pacific and Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroads.
11.Realignment of 58`h Place &Russell Road to a new signalized intersection.
12.Construction of a four lane connection northerly to 72'Avenue.
13.Signalization at 80' Avenue.
14.Signalization of the South 196' Street/East Valley Highway Intersection.
Pr&.q Funding
The project is proposed to be partially funded by the Local Improvement District
#340, State Transportation Improvement Board Grants and City funds. The funding
breakdown based on the current cost estimate is as follows:
LID Assessments $21,034,221.00
TIB Grant 11,533,725.00
City Fund 10,038,440.00
Interest Revenue 435,000.00
Total $43,041,386.00
The City of Kent is a property owner within the LID. The City share of the
assessment is $82,157.00 or 0.39% of the total LID.
Method of Assessment
The City had the appraisal firm of Bruce C. Allen &Associates, Inc. perform a special
benefit study of the properties within the LID. Their benefit study is the basis for
determining the respective assessments. A copy of said study is on file in the Public
Works Department Engineering offices.
The amount of special benefits attaching to property by reason of local improvement
is the difference between the fair market value of the property with and without the
improvements. Assuming highest and best use, this increase in probable market
value, adhering to each parcel, is the measure of special benefit. Because many of the
properties (approximately 54% by assessment) within this LID are obligated by
environmental mitigation agreements to support and financially participate in this
project said agreements were also considered in establishing their respective special
benefit.
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The assessments are calculated at 81% of the total special benefit.
Pavment of Assessment
Upon Council passing the Ordinance confirming the Final Assessment Roll, there is a
30-day period in which any portion or all of the assessment can be paid without
interest charges. After the 30-day period, the balance is paid over a 15-year period
wherein each year's payment is one-fifteenth of the principal plus interest on the
unpaid balance. The interest will be what the market dictates.
Tentative Construction Schedule
1. S. 2001' Street — Orillia Road to the Green River (County portion): Project start
date - Summer and Fall 1998. Completion in Summer of 1999.
2. Green River Bridge: Currently under construction; completion in August 1998.
3. Russell Road/South 196' Street between the Green River and West Valley
Highway: Summer and Fall 1998. Completion in Summer of 1999.
4. Bridge over the Union Pacific and Burlington Northern Railroad tracks: 1999 and
2000.
5. South 196' Street between West Valley Highway and East Valley Highway
excluding the bridge: Summer and Fall, 2000.
Support for LID #340
To defeat a LID proposal, there must be protests from property owners representing
60% or more of the proposed LID assessments. By law, any assessment on City
properties cannot be included in figuring the protest percentage.
Of the $ 21,047,599.00 proposed LID amount, 53.87% is obligated to participate in
this LID via executed No-Protest Agreements. The final decision on whether or not
to form the LID is to be made by the City Council.
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11,76TH/200TH STREET ARTERIAL CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of t City of
Kent, Washington, ordering the construction o an arterial
corridor from the Green River at S. 200th Stree northeasterly
along Russell Road to S. 196th Street and th easterly along
S. 196th Street to the East Valley Highwa , all in accordance
with Resolution No. 1509 of the City ouncil; establishing
Local Improvement District No. 340 d ordering the carrying
out of the proposed improvements; oviding that payment for
the improvements be made in part y special assessments upon
the property in the District,pay le by the mode of"payment
by bonds"; and providing fo the issuance and sale of local
improvement district wan• is redeemable in cash or other
short-term financing and cal improvement district bonds, and
for interfund loans.
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 1509 adopted May 5, 1998,the City Council
declared its intention to or r the construction of an arterial corridor from the Green River at
S. 200th Street northe erly along Russell Road to S. 196th Street and then easterly along
S. 196th Street to th ast Valley Highway and fixed June 2, 1998, at 7:00 p.m., local time,
in the Council C bers of the City Hall as the time and place for hearing all matters relating
to the propos improvements and all comments thereon and objections thereto and for
determinin the method of payment for the improvements; and
WHEREAS, the City's Director of Public Works caused an estimate to be
made of the cost and expense of the proposed improvements and certified that estimate to the
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CONSENT CALENDAR
3. City Council Action:
Councilmember (tll moves, Councilmember
seconds that Consent Calendar Items A through I be approved. .
Discussion
Action
3A. Approval of Minutes.
Approval of the minutes of the regular Council meeting of May 19, 1998.
3B. Approval of Bills.
Approval of payment of the bills received through May 15 and paid on May 15,
1996, after auditing by the Operations Committee on May 19, 1998.
Approval of checks issued for vouchers:
Date Check Numbers Amount
5/15/98 199933-200177 $1 ,099,603.36
5/15/98 200178-200572 1,056,205.76
$2,155,809.12
No Payroll Checks were approved for this time period.
Council Agenda
Item No. 3 A-B
Kent, Washington
May 19, 1998
Regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor
White. Present: Councilmembers Amodt, Brotherton, Clark, Epperly, Orr, and Woods,
Operations Director/Chief of Staff McFall, City Attorney Lubovich, Police Chief Crawford,
Fire Chief Angelo, Public Works Director Wickstrom, Parks Director Hodgson, Employee
Services Director Viseth, Finance Director Miller, and Information Services Director
Mulholland. Councilmember Yingling was excused from the meeting. Approximately 95
people were at the meeting.
PUBLIC Drinking Driver Task Force Design Contest. Nancy Mathews,
COMMUNICATIONS Drinking Driver Task Force Coordinator, noted that the City of Kent
Task Force has been in existence for 15 years and it's the 14th
year with design contest winners. She noted that there were over
400 posters entered, and that winners ranged from preschool to
senior high. She then introduced and congratulated each of the
winners, who were presented certificates by Mayor White, Police
Chief Crawford, and Councilmember Woods.
Fire Deoartment Officer Development Academy
Presentation. Fire Chief Angelo explained that in fire service it is
a constant matter of training, learning, and growing. He expressed
appreciation to the Council and Mayor for providing the
opportunities that are available.
Angelo noted, however, that in today's world of complexity the
training is often not enough so many of the firefighters, through
the JDC, join an apprenticeship training program. He noted that
they go out and receive, on their own, education which puts this
community in a much safer place. He explained that several
individuals who are exemplary of their dedication could not be
present tonight, but that Lt. Barsness is an example of the officer
development academy. Chief Angelo explained that the academy
requires a great deal of study beyond the regular hours spent in
class because it has a very rigid curriculum with testing that covers
everything from tactics and handling hazardous situations with
leadership, dealing with people and finances. He noted that there
is a great deal of involvement at every level and every part of the
department's operation but without the efforts of individuals like
Lt. Barsness, not as much would be achieved. He explained that
the academy is for six long weeks with about 10 different courses
and, at the end, a certificate is given.
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PUBLIC Chief Angelo gave recognition to Eric Tomlinson, Jim Merritt, Tom
COMMUNICATIONS Shepard, Ron Johnson, Jon Napier, Gary Read and Bob Loveless
for going out on their own to receive this education and make our
community a better and safer one to live in. Chief Angelo and
Mayor White then presented Lt. Barsness with the certificate of
completion from the Officer's Development Academy of King
County.
Finance Department Award Presentation. Mayor White read
a certificate of achievement for excellence in financial reporting
presented to the City of Kent for its comprehensive annual financial
report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1996. He noted that
this certificate is presented by the Government Finance Officer's
Association of the United States and Canada to government units
and public employee retirement systems whose comprehensive
annual financial reports achieved the highest standards in govern-
ment accounting and financial reporting. He then presented the
certificate to Finance Director May Miller.
Mayor White noted that it is quite an honor for a city to win this
award and that the Finance Department has been the recipient of
it several times through the years.
Arson Alarm Award Presentation, Chief Angelo noted that this
presentation is an extreme privilege not only as a Fire Chief but as
a father. He explained that arson is one of the worst crimes that
any community or person will ever encounter because it not only
wipes out those things valued the most, but it tears into the heart
of the family and right into the heart of society. He noted that it
causes fear, great discomfort, and possibly loss of life. He noted
that in today's society it is very difficult to raise children with a
deep sense of personal values and determine what is a typical
behavior or typical value. He also noted that it takes a very special
person and a very special family to stand up in the face of possible
misjudgment, uncertainty, and, in even some cases, fear.
Chief Angelo explained that on November 22, 1997, there was a
fire which cost a minimum of $200,000 in one of the local schools.
He noted that the fire disrupted the operations of the school, but
the damage could have been much worse if it had happened
during school hours when people were in the facility. He stated
that the sprinkler system held the fire in check until firefighters
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PUBLIC Chief Angelo gave recognition to Eric Tomlinson, Jim Merritt, Tom
COMMUNICATIONS Shepard, Ron Johnson, Jon Napier, Gary Read and Bob Loveless
for going out on their own to receive this education and make our
community a better and safer one to live in. Chief Angelo and
Mayor White then presented U. Barsness with the certificate of
completion from the Officer's Development Academy of King
County.
Finance Deaartment Award Presentation. Mayor White read
a certificate of achievement for excellence in financial reporting
presented to the City of Kent for its comprehensive annual financial
report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1996. He noted that
this certificate is presented by the Government Finance Officer's
Association of the United States and Canada to government units
and public employee retirement systems whose comprehensive
annual financial reports achieved the highest standards in govern-
ment accounting and financial reporting. He then presented the
certificate to Finance Director May Miller.
Mayor White noted that it is quite an honor for a city to win this
award and that the Finance Department has been the recipient of
it several times through the years.
Arson Alarm Award Presentation. Chief Angelo noted that this
presentation is an extreme privilege not only as a Fire Chief but as
a father. He explained that arson is one of the worst crimes that
any community or person will ever encounter because it not only
wipes out those things valued the most, but it tears into the heart
of the family and right into the heart of society. He noted that it
causes fear, great discomfort, and possibly loss of life. He noted
that in today's society it is very difficult to raise children with a
deep sense of personal values and determine what is a typical
behavior or typical value. He also noted that it takes a very special
person and a very special family to stand up in the face of possible
misjudgment, uncertainty, and, in even some cases, fear.
Chief Angelo explained that on November 22, 1997, there was a
fire which cost a minimum of $200,000 in one of the local schools.
He noted that the fire disrupted the operations of the school, but
the damage could have been much worse if it had happened
during school hours when people were in the facility. He stated
that the sprinkler system held the fire in check until firefighters
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PULBLIC came in and finished the job, but the job was not over. He
COMMUNICATIONS explained that it took some very special help from Cheryl Ann
Weaver and her parents, Carla & Roger Weaver. He noted that
Cheryl Weaver chose to come forward and provide information that
led to the arrest of two people who were responsible for that arson
even though she knew the peer pressures, could have remained
silent, or avoided any type of questioning or doubt. He also noted
that her parents encouraged her to do the right thing, and that the
total Fire Department, the City, the Council, and Mayor are proud
of them. Chief Angelo told Cheryl Ann that her actions were above
and beyond the call of duty, and that he ranked them along side
his fellow firefighters who go in and risk their lives. He explained
that Cheryl risked any challenges or questions that may come up
and did the right thing, and that if anyone questions it he will be
right by her side. He also noted that her parents did the right
thing, and he thanked all three for their outstanding example of
citizenship, choosing to become involved, and making a difference.
Chief Angelo then read and presented a plaque to Cheryl on behalf
of the Council, the Mayor, the Kent Fire Department and Fire
District #37.
CONSENT ORR MOVED to approve Items A through Q, including the added
CALENDAR per annum interest rate as explained by the City Attorney to
Item C. Epperly seconded and the motion carried.
MINUTES (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3A)
Approval of Minutes. APPROVAL of the minutes of the regular
Council meeting of May 5, 1998.
STREETS (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3C)
LID 348 64th Avenue S. Street Improvements, Final
Assessment Roll. ADOPTION of Ordinance No. 3403 establishing
the final assessment roll for LID 348, 64th Avenue South Street
Improvements, as recommended by Council
City Attorney Lubovich distributed to Council an updated copy of
Ordinance No. 3403 showing the estimated interest rate to be
5.9% per annum. He explained that the percentage rate per
annum was left blank on the copy in the agenda packet, on
Page 4.
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FIRE (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3D)
Fire Inspection Agreement With King County.
AUTHORIZATION for the Mayor to sign the Fire Inspection
Interlocal Agreement between the City of Kent and King County for
1998.
This agreement with King County covers the inspection of all
occupancies in Fire District No. 37 with the exception of single-
family residences and miscellaneous structures. The agreement is
in a series of continuing agreements that have been signed for
the last several years, and it provides a tool used by the Fire
Department to alleviate serious fire hazards in the District's
commercial buildings. It covers the first inspection and one re-
inspection only, and any follow up work after the first re-
inspection, is the responsibility of the King County Fire Marshal.
The County will reimburse the City at the rate of $85 per hour for
travel, research time, and inspections performed on any permit
application within the Fire District's jurisdictional boundary. This
agreement has been reviewed by the City Attorney's Office.
ANNEXATION (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3F)
Horseshoe Acres Annexation AN-98-1. SET June 16, 1998,
for the public meeting to accept the 10 percent petition for the
annexation of 36 acres located between the Green River and the
Burlington Northern - Santa Fe Railroad and between S. 258th and
the Green River.
PLATS (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3M)
Rhododendron Estates Preliminary Plat SU-97-2. SET
June 2, 1998, as the date for a public meeting to consider the
Hearing Examiner's recommendation of approval with conditions
for a preliminary plat application by Bob Newman.
(CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 30)
Canterbury Greens Townhomes Final Plat F_SU-96-4. SET
June 2, 1998, for a public meeting to consider a final plat appli-
cation by Canterbury Greens Associates for the Canterbury Greens
FSU-96-4. The subject subdivision is 4.21 acres in size and is
located south of SE 264th Street at approximately 126th Place SE.
The subdivision contains 19 lots. The City Council approved
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PLATS the Hearing Examiner's September 25, 1996, recommendation of
approval on November 5, 1996.
POLICE (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3E)
COPS Universal Grant Budget Amendment. APPROVAL of a
budget amendment to the 1998 revenue budgets for the COPS
Universal three-year grant which funds two police officers, as
recommended by the Public Safety Committee. The amendment
would decrease the COPS revenue by $23,928 and increase the
City share revenue transferred in from the general fund by
$23,928. The maximum amount of the COPS Universal grant is
$150,000 which has been reimbursed as of this time. The budget
amendment is necessary for balancing the project revenue and
expenditures, and to maintain the project for the three-year report
period.
SEWERS (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3G)
108th Avenue Sewer Extension. AUTHORIZATION to accept
as complete the 108th Avenue Sewer Extension project, and
release of retainage to VLS Construction, Inc upon standard
releases from the State, and release of any liens, as recommended
by the Public Works/Planning Committee. The original contract
amount was $85,120.68 and the final construction cost was
$161,555.27. After completion of the 277th Corridor Earthworks
project, it was determined that an access road along the top of the
steep slopes would be desirable. This road construction along with
preparation for sale of two surplus houses, constituted the overage
but adequate funds exist in the project budget to cover the
overage.
TRAFFIC (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3H)
CONTROL W S D O T Detour Agreement 84th Avenue/Grady Way.
AUTHORIZATION for the Mayor to sign the Washington State Dept.
of Transportation Detour Agreement for the SR167 - 84th Ave S. to
Grady Way project, as recommended by the Public Works/Planning
Committee. During the State's construction of improvements along
SR167, nine ramps will be closed and several of the detours will
cross the jurisdictional boundaries of Kent, Renton and King
County. This agreement will allow the State use of City streets as
part of their detour route.
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RECYCLING (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3I)
King County Waste Reduction Agreement. AUTHORIZATION
for the Mayor to sign the King County Waste Reduction & Recycling
Agreement, direct staff to accept the grant of $33,187.00, and
establish a budget for same, as recommended by the Public
Works/Planning Committee.
(OTHER BUSINESS - ITEM 4B)
(ADDED BY OPERATIONS DIRECTOR MCFALL)
Solid Waste and Recycling Contracts. Operations Director
McFall explained that the firm the City contracted with for waste
disposal and recycling services has been sold. He noted that the
assignment of the contract requires approval by the City. He noted
that staff recommends approval from Kent Disposal/Rabanco
Companies to Allied Waste Industries Inc. He informed Council
that representatives from Allied Waste Industries are present
tonight to answer any questions Council may have.
CLARK MOVED that the Council approve the assignment of the
City's solid waste disposal contract and recylcing contract from
Kent Disposal to Allied Waste Industries Inc. Woods seconded and
the motion carried.
EQUIPMENT (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 33)
RENTAL Declaration Of Surplus Vehicles. AUTHORIZATION to declare
certain Equipment Rental vehicles as surplus and authorize the sale
thereof at the next public auction, as recommended by the Public
Works/Planning Committee.
FREIGHT (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3K)
MOBILITY Chamber Of Commerce Freight Mobility Systems Proposal
AUTHORIZATION to co-sponsor $10,000 for the Chamber of
Commerce Freight Mobility Systems Proposal, as recommended by
the Public Works/Planning Committee.
The Chamber of Commerce has been pursuing the issue of freight
mobility on a system-wide basis. The proposal involves establishing
a 50 member state-wide stakeholder team to identify low cost
implementable system improvements. Their proposal has received
support from the business community as well as affected govern-
mental agencies. The total cost of this effort is $160,000 and the
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FREIGHT monies would come from the Green River Transportation Benefit
MOBILITY District Project fund (1152).
EMPLOYEE (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3L)
SERVICES Blue Cross of Washington And Alaska And Group Health
Contract Renewal For 1998. AUTHORIZATION for the Mayor
to sign contracts with Blue Cross of Washington and Alaska and
Group Health Cooperative. The Blue Cross contract is an
administrative agreement whose sole function is to provide claims
administration services. The City purchases medical insurance
through Group Health Cooperative and funding is provided through
the Health and Welfare Fund.
INFORMATION (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3N)
SERVICES Network Backbone Eguipment Contract. AUTHORIZATION to
purchase network backbone equipment from Newbridge Networks
Inc. in the amount of $370,122.54 plus applicable sales tax and
initiate an ongoing hardware maintenance contract in the amount
of $59,518.91 plus applicable sales tax, as recommended by the
Operations Committee.
The City's network has been identified for a complete redesign and
overhaul as part of the 1998-2000 Technology Plan. A technology
known as ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) has been recom-
mended to the City for implementation. The City Information
Services staff has identified a bid issued by the Washington State
Information Processing Cooperative, which allows agencies to
purchase ATM equipment from Newbridge Networks at a 40%
discount.
MAINTENANCE (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3P)
Senior Center Carpet Replacement. AUTHORIZATION to
proceed with sole source purchase of ADA required carpeting for
the Senior Center under King County Directors contract in the
amount of $65,000 including state sales tax, as recommended by
the Operations Committee.
After intense searching for a product that would best meet the
needs of the Senior Center, a carpet manufactured by Interface
was discovered. This product consists of carpet tiles which have
two unique features as follows: (1) it takes a minimal amount of
glue to install and (2) it has a patented anti-microbial solution
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MAINTENANCE integral to the fiber. This product has a 15-year wear warranty as
opposed to 5-year warranties on other carpets.
COUNCIL (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3Q)
Council Absence. APPROVAL of an excused absence from
tonight's Council meeting for Councilmember Rico Yingling as he
will be unable to attend.
PARKS & (OTHER BUSINESS - ITEM 4A)
RECREATION (ADDED BY COUNCILMEMBER WOODS)
July 4th Celebration. Parks Director Hodgson noted that staff
discovered about a week ago that the Seattle Symphony received a
grant which provides them with an opportunity to hold a concert
outside the Seattle City limits. He explained that the symphony
wants to perform a July 4th Celebration Concert at Lake Meridian
at 2:00 p.m., if Council approves. He noted that the artists are
funded by a grant from Puget Sound Energy but that the City will
incur production costs of approximately $9,500.
Woods apologized to the Council for not having this item to them
in a timely manner. WOODS THEN MOVED to recommend that
Council authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with the Seattle
Symphony to conduct a concert at Lake Meridian on July 4, 1998
and establish a budget of $9,500 for production costs. Orr
seconded.
Upon Mayor White's question, Hodgson noted that staff will look
into obtaining outside support for production costs without
jeopardizing other parks programs. He also noted that the
challenge before the Parks Department is trying to find sponsors
for all of the other summer activities but that they will certainly try
to find support for this concert. Woods explained that the Parks
Committee considered this item today, and it was passed on,
unanimously, to the full Council from the committee this afternoon.
The motion then carried.
(BIDS - ITEM 5A)
Russell Road Ballfield Complex Improvements. The bid
opening for this project was held on May 15, 1998. Due to time
constraints, the low bid results and recommendations will be
presented at the Council meeting.
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PARKS & Parks Director Hodgson noted that several bids were received with
RECREATION the lowest bidder, Golf Landscaping, approximately $20,000 over
the Engineer's estimate. He explained that things came up during
the initial construction phase which caused the price to go up sub-
stantially so this item was also taken to the Operations Committee
this afternoon. He noted that the Operations Committee recom-
mends approval of Golf Landscaping as the contractor for the
project, and transfer of some funds.
WOODS MOVED that Golf Landscaping Inc. be awarded the Russell
Road Ballfield Complex Improvements for the bid amount of
$875,000.00, that a budget change in the amount of$447,400.00
be authorized, that $152,800.00 be transferred from existing pro-
jects, that the balance of $294,600.00 be transferred from the CIP
Fund Balance and the Russell Road Ballfield Complex budget be
amended in the amount of $447,400.00. Amodt seconded.
Clark noted that, as discussed at the Operations Committee, the
City is facing a timeline and a timely operation because the Park
has already been closed for the season. He noted that in the
reconstruction process there were some problems that were
unexpected and expensive but the City needs to move forward on
this project.
Mayor White noted that it appears the City is being caught in a
bind like many private industries with contractors having more
work than they can handle. Hodgson noted that the cost of goods
are approximately 20% higher than anticipated when the budget
was set for this project. The motion then carried unanimously.
FINANCE (CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEM 3B)
Approval of Bills. APPROVAL of payment of the bills received
through April 30 and paid on April 30, 1998, after auditing by the
Operations Committee on May 5, 1998.
Approval of checks issued for vouchers:
Date Check Numbers Am un
4/30/98 199208-199502 $ 340f221.07
4/30/98 199503-199932 2,086,875.17
$2,427,096.24
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FINANCE Approval of checks issued for payroll for April 16 through April 30
and paid on May 5, 1998:
Date Check Numbers Amount
5/5/98 Checks 227220-227555 $ 252,872.52
5/5/98 Advices 57869-58397 738,920.83
$ 991,793.35
REPORTS Administrative Reports. Operations Director McFall noted that
an executive session of approximately 10 minutes is scheduled to
discuss negotiations for property acquisition.
EXECUTIVE The meeting recessed into Executive Session at 7:30 p.m. The
SESSION meeting reconvened at 7:55 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:56 p.m.
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Donna Swaw
Deputy City Clerk
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2, 199
Category Consent Calendar
1 . SUBJECT: KENT TRANSIT ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS-
CONFIRMATION
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: Confirmation of the Mayor's reappointment of Don
Walkup to continue serving as a member of the Kent Transit Advisory Board.
Mr. Walkup's new term will continue until 4/30/2000.
Confirmation of the Mayor's appointment of Bob Swartout to serve as a Transit
Advisory Board member. Mr. Swartout is the manager of the South County Activity
Center (SKAC) and his knowledge concerning the needs of people who are physically
challenged will be a valuable resource to the Board. Mr. Swartout will replace Tony
Springman, whose term expired. His new term will continue until 4/30/2000.
3. EXHIBITS: Memorandums
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Mayor White
Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc.)
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 3C
MEMORANDUM
TO: LEONA ORR, CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
CITY COUNCIL MEMBE S
FROM: MAYOR JIM WHITE
DATE: MAY 20, 1998
SUBJECT: REAPPOINTMENT AND APPOINTMENT TO KENT TRANSIT ADVISORY
BOARD
I have reappointed Don Walkup to continue serving as a member of the Kent Transit Advisory
Board. Mr. Walkup's new term will continue until 4/30/2000.
I have also appointed Bob Swartout to serve as a Transit Advisory Board member. Mr. Swartout
is manager of the South County Activity Center(SKAC) and his knowledge concerning the needs
of people who are physically challenged will be a valuable resource to the Board. Mr. Swartout will
replace Tony Springman, whose term expired. His new term will continue until 4/30/2000.
I submit this for your confirmation.
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2. 1998
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: METRO SANITARY SEWER INTERCEPTOR -AUTHORIZATION
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: As recommended by the Public Works/Planning
Committee, authorization for the Mayor to sign the Mill Creek Relief System
Agreement pending the Director of Public Works and City Attorney concurring with
the language therein.
As part of resolving the sewage overflow problem on the City's East Hill system,
Metro and the City are constructing a cross-valley sanitary sewer interceptor along
the 277th Corridor route. Kent is acting as lead agency on the project and Metro is
to reimburse the City's cost less one million dollars of City and Soos Creek Sewer &
Water District funds. The funds relate to the City's prior commitment on an earlier
overflow system in the S. 2213th Street area system, which proved to be unworkable.
3. EXHIBITS: Public Works/Planning minutes, Director of Public Works
memorandum, and agreement
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works/Planning Committee
Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc.)
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 3D
PUBLIC WORI<S/PLANNING COMMITTEE MINUTES
May 18, 1998
ATTENDEES: Tim Clark Don Wickstrom
Rico Yingling Tom Brubaker
Tom Brotherton
Metro Sanitary Sewer Interceptor
Wickstrom stated that there is a main sewer trunk along Canyon Drive which services
the East Hill system; this is our service area plus Soos Creek Sewer &z Water service
areas. It's one of the sole outlets for Soos Creek Sewer &L Water. It services the
Covington and Lake Wilderness areas and connects to a pump station at 148'Ave &
256' and is pumped into the interceptor that goes down Canyon Drive. He stated
that several years ago we had a sewerage overflow in a line that we maintain which
was originally built between Cascade Sewer and the City. This system is over
capacity. Soos Creek constructed a bypass system around that original system which
essentially pushed the flows down into the valley floor and we had some overflows in
the valley. There is a hugh elevation between the valley floor and the top of the
277'' Corridor project. Wickstrom said we approached Metro with the alternative
of them having a line across the valley and servicing that East Hill area because the
future line south of Auburn coming up around the fish hatchery would never be built
because of the associated environmental restrictions. Metro agreed and our share is
about $1 Million Dollar. This includes Soos Creek's portion which relates to a long
term agreement we signed in 1969 when Metro built this interceptor along Canyon
Drive allowing pump stations to be built. He explained that at time we agreed to
build a cross-vallev interceptor on S. 228' between 4`' and 72"d Aves. Hydraulically,
it won't work so we need to find another solution; this was a good solution for
everyone and Metro will pick up the difference.
Wickstrom noted that we are lead agency on the project; bid opening is May 27'' ; we
anticipate coming to Council for award on June 2"d however, we won't bring the
contract forward until we get an agreement with Soos Creek Water && Sewer to pay
their share. The agreement is between Kent and Metro and the project is
approximately $8 Million Dollars....
Wickstrom explained that we haven't executed any agreement with Soos Creek at
this point however we will be approaching them within the next week to pay their
share of the $1 Million dollars. Wickstrom requested a recommendation for
authorization for the Mayor to sign the agreement in it's final form, after concurrence
of the language, with the City Attorney and the Public Works Director.
Committee unanimously recommended authorization for the Mayor to sign the
agreement pending the Director of Public Works and City Attorney's concurrence
with the language therein.
Bicycle Free Zone Program
As a follow up to the last Committee meeting, Wickstrom explained that his staff has
contacted the Cities of Olympia, Lacy and Tacoma and they have no knowledge of a
bicycle program. He said it is obviously a private system.
Added item: Recycling Program (Rico Yingling)
Since the grant programs began in 1994, participation in the multi-family recycling
program has increased from 92 to 116 participants, an increase of 26%; the
businesses have increased from 360 to 581 participating, an increase of 66% and then
thru our on-site visits, consultations and distribution of educational materials, the
grant programs have increased the overall diversion of materials from the solid waste
stream from 41% to 52% in the multi-family sector and from 21% to 45% in the
business sector. Rico expressed appreciation to Don Wiclstrom for the receipt of this
information and stated that he was pleased with the results.
Added item: Larry Nelson, West Hill resident stated the following.
On the bicycle issue, obviously the cities that have had programs in place, have
obviously experienced utilization rates and liability problems. Wickstrom stated that
none of the programs were city operated. An anonymous donor donated several
bikes, thru the Parks Dept and when they were gone, the program was over.
Ellensburg had a similar type program, which was voluntary, and when the bikes were
gone, the program ended. Portland is going to try a volunteer program.
Meeting adjourned: 4:10 p.m.
CITY OF KENT
KING COUNTY
MILL CREEK RELIEF SYSTEM AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT,made as of the day of between the
City of Kent, a municipal corporation of the State of Washington (hereinafter referred to as Kent)
and King County, a political subdivision of the State of Washington (hereinafter referred to as the
County);
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Kent and the County(as successor to the Municipality of Metropolitan
Seattle) are parties to a long term agreement for sewage disposal dated May 18, 1967, as amended
(hereinafter referred to as the Kent Basic Agreement) and Kent, the County and Soos Creek Water
and Sewer District(as successor to Cascade Sewer District) are parties to an agreement
dated August 22, 1969 that provides for the joint use and oversizing of certain sewage
facilities; specifically,the County's Mill Creek Interceptor Sewer; and
WHEREAS, Section 6 of the above mentioned 1969 three party agreement provides for
construction of a"relief sewer"or"alternative relief system"at such time as the sewer downstream
from the County's Mill Creek Interceptor Sewer approaches its capacity and said downstream
sewer has approached or is exceeding its capacity; and
WHEREAS, the City of Auburn(hereinafter referred to as Auburn)and the County are
parties to a long term agreement for sewage disposal dated March 1, 1974, as amended(hereinafter
referred to as the Auburn Basic Agreement)pursuant to which the Municipality of Metropolitan
Seattle (as predecessor to the County) constructed certain metropolitan sewage facilities to serve
Auburn; and
WHEREAS, Section 9 of the Auburn Basic Agreement further obligates the County to
construct additional metropolitan sewage facilities at Auburn's request when such construction is
feasible under the test of feasibility then generally applied to all extensions of the metropolitan
system and Auburn has requested such a facility; and
WHEREAS,the County has planned a new metropolitan interceptor sewer that will
provide the relief contemplated in the previously mentioned 1969 three party agreement, satisfy the
above mentioned request made by Auburn pursuant to the Auburn Basic Agreement and relieve an
anticipated capacity constraint in the County's existing Mill Creek Interceptor Sewer; and
WHEREAS, Kent has obtained right of way and is constructing an arterial roadway
along 277th Street with its eastern terminus at the intersection of SR 516 and 116th Avenue
Southeast and its western terminus at the intersection of Auburn Way North/East Valley Highway
and Southeast 277th Street and the parties have determined that this roadway alignment is a
suitable and advantageous alignment for a portion of the County's planned interceptor
sewer; and
WHEREAS,the Kent and the County have entered into an agreement dated
whereby Kent is constructing a sewer line crossing over the Green River along with a
bridge that is part of Kent's roadway project and the parties intend that said crossing become part
of the County's planned interceptor sewer; and
WHEREAS, the County has determined that construction of the remainder of
the planned interceptor sewer in Kent in the roadway project right-of-way can be most effectively
and economically accomplished if Kent undertakes the design and construction of the interceptor
sewer along with its roadway project;
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Construction of Interceptor Sewer. Kent will design and construct a 42"
diameter sewer line (hereinafter the"interceptor sewer')along 114th Avenue SE from its
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intersection with SE 264th Street to its intersection with SE 272nd Street,then west along the
right of way for S 277th Street from its intersection with 114th Avenue SE to its intersection with
Auburn Way N as generally described in the report entitled"Mill Creek Relief Sewer Planning
Study-Final Report"and delineated on Exhibit A attached hereto. Some sections of the interceptor
sewer may be less than 42"in diameter if deemed appropriate during final design. Plans,
specifications and bid documents for the construction described in this section shall be subject to
review and approval by the County. Construction shall be bid and undertaken as a discrete or
separate contract, or as a separate schedule within a larger contract, and award of that contract or
separate schedule shall also be subject to approval of the County.
Section 2. Acceptance of Contractor's Work. Kent shall inspect,control and administer
the work in progress. The County shall have the right to review and inspect the work in progress.
Prior to final acceptance of the contractor's work by Kent,the County and Kent shall participate
jointly in final inspection of the construction described in Section 1 and the County may make
recommendations regarding deficiencies or incomplete work in accordance with the construction
contract. It shall be the responsibility of Kent to pursue remedies enabled by the contractor's
guaranty, and Kent shall pursue said remedies at the request of the County.
Section 3. Conveyance of Interceptor Sewer to the County. Following completion of the
construction described in Section 1 and acceptance of the contractor's work by Kent,the County
shall own and have the sole responsibility to operate,maintain, repair and replace the interceptor
sewer. Kent shall provide to the County such easements or permits as are necessary and
appropriate for the County's operation and maintenance of the interceptor sewer.
Section 4. Reimbursement. The county shall reimburse Kent for the total project cost of
the work described in Section 1. Total project cost shall include contract construction cost, sales
tax,permit fees, cost of easements and rights of way, legal costs,property restoration costs,
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roadway and existing utility restoration costs, costs of pavement restoration in S. 274th Way,
engineering design costs and construction inspection costs. Payment shall be made to Kent, at its
sole option, either monthly or bi-monthly within 30 days of receipt by the County of a
properly documented invoice. Costs incurred prior to execution of this agreement shall be
reimbursed in the initial payment.
Section 5. SEPA Compliance. The parties acknowledge that this project may proceed only
upon compliance with applicable environmental and permit requirements. If final design of the
interceptor sewer results in the need for information or analyses in addition to that contained within
the SEPA Determination of Non-Significance issued by the County February 4, 1998,the County
will continue to be the Lead Agency for SEPA purposes and will be responsible for the
preparation of any additional environmental documents.
Section 6. Legal Relations.
A. Indemnification. Kent and the County shall indemnify and hold harmless each other, their
respective agents, contractors, officers, attorneys, successors and assignees from and against any
and all liabilities, damages, claims, demands,judgments,losses,harm, costs,expenses, suits or
actions caused by the negligent acts or omissions of the indemnifying party arising out of or in
connection with this agreement .
B. No Third Party Beneficiaries. In promising performance to one another under this agreement,
the parties intend to create binding legal obligations to and rights of enforcement in one another.
The parties do not intend to create any legal obligation or liability or promise of performance to
any third party.
C. Basic Agreement Unchanged. Kent and the County shall comply with all provisions of the
Kent Basic Agreement without qualification or condition by reason of this agreement, it being the
intention of the parties that the Kent Basic Agreement shall not otherwise be affected or modified
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hereby.
Section 7. Disoute Resolution. In the event disputes or claims arise over the
interpretation, administration or effect of this agreement, either party may refer the matter to a
committee composed of the Director of King County's Department of Natural Resources or
his/her designee,the Manager of King County's Wastewater Treatment Division, the Public Works
Director for the City of Kent and the City Engineer for the City of Kent. The consideration of the
dispute or claim by this committee, in an effort to reach a solution which reflects the best public
interest, shall be a prerequisite to any legal action by either party.
Section 8. Termination. The County shall have the right to terminate this agreement upon
30 days notice at any time prior to award of the construction contract. In the event of such
termination,the County shall reimburse Kent for all project costs incurred up to the date of
termination. This agreement shall otherwise terminate upon fulfillment of the obligations of the
parties to each other.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, THE PARTIES HERETO HAVE EXECUTED THIS
AGREEMENT AS OF THE DATE FIRST WRITTEN ABOVE.
KING COUNTY CITY OF KENT
Pam Bissonnette, Director Don Wickstrom
Department of Natural Resources Director of Public Works
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Tom Brubaker
Assistant City Attorney
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MILL CREEK RELIEF SEWER
ALTERNATE RELIEF SYSTEM AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is entered into between the CITY OF KENT, a Washington
Municipal Corporation, and KING COUNTY, a Washington County Corporation.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, on or about August 22, 1969, the City of Kent ("City"); a Washington
Municipal Corportation;the Cascade Sewer District, predecessor in interest to the Soos Creek
Water& Sewer District, a Washington Public Utility District ("District"); and the Municipality of
Metropolitan Seattle, predecessor in interest to King County, a Washington County corporation
("County"), entered into an"Agreement for Joint Use and Oversizing of Sewerage Facilities
("1969 Agreement"); and
WHEREAS, Section 6 of the 1969 Agreement provided for the construction of a Relief
Sewer, or"alternate relief system" at such time as the sewer downstream from the Mill Creek
Interceptor was approaching its maximum capacity, estimated in the 1969 Agreement at 8.6
million gallons per day; and
WHEREAS, said downstream sewer has approached or is exceeding its maximum
capacity; and
WHEREAS, Section 6 of the 1969 Agreement also established that the City and the
District would jointly pay the County's cost to construct the Mill Creek Relief Sewer or an
alternate relief system with no cost to the County; and
WHEREAS, the County and the City have determined that engineering limitations make
construction of the Mill Creek Relief Sewer, as originally contemplated under the 1969
Agreement, technically unfeasible; and
WHEREAS, the City has obtained the right-of-way and is currently constructing an
arterial roadway, know as the 277th Street Corridor; with its eastern terminus at the intersection
of the Kent Kangley Highway (SR 516) and 116th Avenue Southeast (in the City's"East Mr'
area) and with its western terminus at the intersection of Auburn Way North/East Valley Highway
and Southeast 277th Street in the Green River Valley; and
WHEREAS, a major component of the City's 277th Street Corridor Project is a bridge
that links the region's East Hill area to the valley floor by crossing over the Green River; and
WHEREAS, most of the area being served by the Mill Creek Interceptor and planned to
be served by the Mill Creek Relief Sewer lies in the vicinity of the East Hill area and the District's
service area; and
WHEREAS, the County is contemplating the design and construction of a regional sewer
interceptor project, which will serve the City of Auburn, City of Black Diamond, City of Kent and
the District by providing increased regional capacity and the relief envisioned in Section 6 of the
aforementioned 1969 Agreement; and
WHEREAS, construction of any new crossings over or under the Green River is
potentially damaging to the river environment and necessary permits are extremely difficult to
obtain; and
WHEREAS, the City is amenable to designing and constructing two (2) twenty-four inch
sewer transmission facilities as part of its 277th Street Corridor Green River Bridge construction
project to provide the County the option to utilize this river crossing for its new regional
interceptor system, should the County's final planning incorporate that river crossing as part of its
ultimate design; and
WHEREAS, in consideration of the City's payment at all costs of design and construction
of these two (2) twenty-four inch sewer transmission facilities on its 277th Street Corridor Bridge
construction project, the County agrees to accept the various costs expended by the City on this
project as full and complete payment of the obligation to pay for construction of the Mill Creek
Relief Sewer or alternate relief system under the 1969 Agreement, and the County further agrees
to release both the City and the Soos Creek Water& Sewer District from any additional financial
obligation to construct the Mill Creek Relief Sewer or alternate relief system under the 1969
Agreement;
NOW, THEREFORE, the County and the City agree as follows:
Section 1. The City will design and construct two (2) twenty-four inch sewer
transmission facilities as part if its overall 277th Street Corridor Green River Bridge construction
project. These facilities will be designed so that they can be connected to a regional sewer
interceptor should the County, upon further review, determine to construct a regional sewer
interceptor system from the County's East Hill area to connect to the County's main sewer
interceptor system in the Green River Valley that leads to the County's sewage treatment plant in
Renton, Washington,
Section 2. In consideration of the City's payment of all costs for design and construction
of these two (2) twenty-four inch sewer transmission facilities on its 277th Street Corridor Bridge
construction project, the County agrees to accept the various costs expended by the City on this
project as full and complete payment of the City and District's obligation to pay for construction
of the Mill Creek Relief Sewer or alternative relief system under the 1969 Agreement, and the
County further agrees to release both the City and the Soos Creek Water& Sewer District from
any additional financial obligation to pay for Mill Creek Relief Sewer or alternate relief system
under the 1969 Agreement.
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Section 3. The respective parties shall comply with all provisions of the agreement for
sewage disposal dated May 18, 1967, between Metro/County and the City, as amended, without
qualification or condition by reason of any provision or interpretation of this agreement. It is the
intention of the parties that the above-referenced agreements shall not be affected or modified by
this agreement.
Section 4. This Agreement may not be modified, altered or amended unless first
approved in writing by the City and the County.
Section 5. This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties regarding
the matters described herein and in executing it, the City and the County do not rely upon any
statement, promise, or representation, whether oral or written, not expressed in this agreement.
IN WITNESS, the County and the City execute this agreement, which shall become
effective on the last date signed below.
KING COUNTY CITY OF KENT
By: �.f e -
Its: s Its:
Date: � Date:
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FROM:
THOMAS C. BRUBAKER
Assistant City Attorney
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
May 18, 1998
TO: Public Works/Planning Committee
FROM: Don Wickstrom :--�
RE: METRO Sanitary Sewer Interceptor
As part of resolving the sewerage overflow problems on our East Hill system, METRO
and the Citv are constructing a cross valley sanitary sewer interceptor along the 277th
Corridor route. The City has pushed METRO to move fast on this project in order to
have the sewer line constructed prior to our road improvements. As such we are acting
lead agency on the project and METRO is to reimburse us our cost less $1 Million
Dollars of City and Soos Creek Sewer &-Water District funds. The $1 Million Dollars
relates to our prior commitment on an earlier overflow system in the S. 228th Street
area system which proved to be unworkable.
The Interceptor project is out to bid and is scheduled for award at the June 2nd Council
meeting. Our intent is to have this METRO agreement signed along with the
commitment from Soos Creek Water & Sewer District, to pay their share prior to
Council awarding the contract. Our money is presently in our East Hill Interceptor fund
and is also budgeted into the 1998 Capital Improvement budget. Metro's recognition
of their obligation to construct the main and pay for the bulk of it has saved the City and
Soos Creek millions of dollars. Should a commitment from Soos Creek Water & Sewer
District not be forthcoming, then the contract award will be deferred.
MOTION: Recommend authorization for the Mayor to sign the Agreement pending
the Director of Public Works and Citv Attorneys concurrency with the
language therein.
MP040.98
Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2. 1998
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: KENT RIDGE ESTATES, NAMING OF PARK -AUTHORIZATION
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: Authorization to name the neighborhood park in Kent
Ridge Estates "Greenview Park."
Staff received numerous written and verbal suggestions from residents of Kent
Ridge Estate to name their neighborhood park. After discussion and review, staff
recommends naming the park Greenview Park.
3. EXHIBITS: Memo [dated April 9, 1998) and summary sheet (May 19, Parks
Committee meeting)
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Staff and Parks Committee
Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc.)
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED:
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 3E
CITY OF KENT
PARKS COMMITTEE
MAY 199 1998
ITEM 1 : PARK NAMING
On April 17, staff came to the Parks Committee to discuss names
proposed by citizens for Kent Ridge Estates Park. The proposed name is
"Pleasant Ridge Park. Staff mailed a memorandum to all residents of
Kent Ridge Estates (see attached) asking for input on the
recommendation. Two citizens called in with other suggestions:
Golden Pond Park (because the wetland to the south is called Golden
Pond and because the housing development was originally a senior
housing development with the proposed name of "Golden Pond Estates").
Staff is concerned that this name could lead people to assume that the
wetland is owned by the City. It is owned privately by the Homeowner's
Association.
Green Acres Park or Greenview Park. A young person called in and
suggested these alternatives because the view from the park is so green.
Staff has not identified any facility or park name which conflicts with either
of these two names. "Greenview Park" was suggested initially by the
public when we asked for requests.
Staff recommends that the name of the park be Greenview Park.
EXHIBITS: Memo dated April 9
Parks Committee Summary Sheet from April 7
TO COUNCIL: Consent Calendar — June 2, 1998
ACTION: Move to approve the name of "Greenview Park" for the
neighborhood park located in Kent Ridge Estates.
To: Kent Ridge Estates Neighbors
CC:
From: Lori M. Flemm �(
Date: April 9, 1998
Re: KentRidge Estates Park Name
We received fifteen suggested names for the new park in
KentRidge Estates. Staff checked the recommendations for
duplicates or similarity to existing parics, schools, and residential
memo developments throughout King County, and had to eliminate
many of the suggesuons.
The proposed name of the part, is Pleasant Ridge Parl,.
On .ypr,i the PariG wu.l:utt vGi,aC '.CYC�St :Z'..
input on the proposed name until April 30. 1998. On ,flay 5.
the Parks Committee will review the input received at their 1:00
p.m. meeting.
If you have anv input. please call me at 253-859-3991. Thank
vou!
from the desk of_
Lori M.Flemm
Saperinmiden of Park P1=q and Devdapmmt
Gty of Kent Wa and Reaction Depuanenc
220-4th Avenue South
Kent,WA 98032-5895
(253)859-3994
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2. 1998
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: SENIOR CENTER ROOF REPAIR CHANGE ORDER/BUDGET
CHANGE -AUTHORIZATION
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: Authorize $25,000 from unallocated Capital Funds
and approve a second change order of $15,266, plus WSST, to complete the Senior
Activity Center Reroofing Project.
Extensive dry rot has damaged the Senior Center roof. Staff is pursuing
reimbursement from the original roof contractor, as it is a result of improper
installation and/or failure of the original roofing systems. To fund the repairs staff is
requesting a budget change of$25,000, including a second change order for
$15,225 to complete the project.
3. EXHIBITS: Memo (5/14/98); budget change worksheet; and change order
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Staff and Parks Committee
Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc.)
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO YES X
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $25,000
SOURCE OF FUNDS: CIP Revenues
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 3F
Memorandum
To: City Council Parks Committee
CC: Brent McFall, Director of Operations
John Hodgson, Director of Park ec ti, n
r
From: Charlie Lindsey, Facilities Manag r
Date: May 14, 1998
Subject: Budget Change and Change Order Request
For Senior Center Reroof Project
The contractor discovered a considerable amount of dry rot when they
uncovered portions of the roof. This impacted the structure of the building
and I authorized them to make the necessary repairs in order to maintain
a reasonable schedule for completion of this project. The dry rot is a
result of improper installation and/or failure of the original roofing systems.
I am requesting a budget change of$25,000, funded from excess CIP
revenues and authorization for a second change order for $15,226 plus
sales tax. I have attached an information sheet that shows the budget
and expenditure breakdown, and a copy of the change order requests.
Additionally, I am working with the City Attorney's office to pursue the
original contractor of the project to recoup the cost of these repairs.
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F17 Senior Center Roof Project
Budget Change Worksheet
Description Budget Expense
1997
1997 Budget Request $ 150,000
Consultant $ (2,864)
Repair Concrete Tile Roof $ (5,694)
Advertising $ (79)
Subtotals $ 150,000 $ (8,637)
Ending Balance 12/31/97 $ 141 .363
Description Budget Expense
1998
1998 Budget Request $ 125,000
1997 Carryover Balance $ 141,363
Consultant $ (7,500)
Advertising $ (590)
Contract $ (220,820)
Change Order#1 $ (16,690)
Change Order#2 $ (15,226)
WSST $ (22,432)
Contingency $ (8,105)
Subtotals $ 260,363 $ (291,363)
Current Projected Balance 5/14/98 $ (25,000)
�CITY OF �LSV r�
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Jim White, Nlayor
Facilities Management
Project Change Order
Project: Senior Center Reroof Change Order No: 2
Contractor: Wayne's Roofing Inc. Date: May 14, 1998
The following changes are requested:
Change Request D: Cost for wood replacement and
exterior and interior repairs tc
section AB required due to dry rot. $ 9,983.00
Change Request E: Cost for wood replacement and
exterior repairs to section B and
adding a cricket to section C. 928.00
Change Request F: Cost for labor & materials to replace
Glu Lam beams on the North side of
the building between the kitchen and
dining room. 4,315.00
Total change request: $15,226.00
Change of Contract Price Change of Contract Time
Original Contract Price: $ 3544.41 Original Length of Contract: 45 days
Change to Contract Price: $ 235.35 Change to Length of Contract: 0 days
New Contract Price: $ 3779.76 New Contract Length: 45 days
Date of Completion: May 22,1998
Reviewed by: Date
Approved by: Date
220 4/h AVENUE SOUTH / KENT.WASHINGTON 98032-5895/TELEPHONE (253)859-3300
Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2, 1998
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: PUBLIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD APPOINTMENTS-
CONFIRMATION
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: Confirmation of the Mayor's appointment of
Stephanie Klappenbach, Charlene Shaw, Dick Lackey, Robert(Bob) Swartout and Jon
Johnson to serve as members of the Kent Downtown Public Market Development
Authority Board of Directors.
In accordance with Ordinance No. 3396, which established the Kent Downtown
Public Market Development Authority, approved a charter and initial bylaws and
established a Board of Directors to govern the affairs of the Authority, the Mayor
has appointed five people to serve on the Board of Directors.
As specified in the Charter of the Kent Downtown PDA, the terms of office of the
appointed members shall commence on June 1 , 1998, and shall be staggered as
follows: one member for a two-year term; two members for three-year terms: and
two members for four-year terms.
The Mayor has appointed Stephanie Klappenbach to serve a two-year term that will
be in effect until May 31 , 2000. Charlene Shaw and Dick Lackey are appointed to
three-year terms that will be in effect until May 31 , 2001. Robert Swartout and Jon
Johnson are appointed for four-year terms that will be in effect until May 31, 2002.
3. EXHIBITS: Memorandums
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Mayor White
Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc.)
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 3G
MEMORANDUM
TO: LEONA ORR, CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: MAYOR JIM WHITE ;
DATE: MAY 26, 1998
SUBJECT: APPOINTMENTS TO KENT DOWNTOWN PUBLIC MARKET DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
In accordance with Ordinance 3396, which established the Kent Downtown Public Market
Development Authority; approved a charter and initial bylaws and established a Board of Directors
to govern the affairs of the Authority. I have appointed live people to serve on the Board of
Directors.
I have appointed Stephanie Klappenbach, Charlene Shaw, Dick Lackey, Robert(Bob) Swartout and
Jon Johnson to serve as Boardmembers.
As specified in the Charter of the Kent Downtown PDA. the terms of office of the appointed
members shall commence on June 1, 1998, and shall be staggered as follows: one member for a two-
year term; two members for three year terms and two members for four-year terms. Thereafter, all
terms will be for four years.
I have appointed Stephanie Klappenbach to serve a two-year term that will be in effect until May 31,
2000.
Charlene Shaw and Dick Lackey are appointed for three-year terms that will be in effect until May
31, 2001.
Robert Swartout and Jon Johnson are appointed for four-year terms that will be in effect until May
31, 2002.
1 submit this for your confirmation.
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2. 1998
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: NORWAY SISTER CITY, ADDITION OF GAULAR KOMMUNE TO
EXISTING AGREEMENT-AUTHORIZATION
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: Authorize the Mayor to sign a sister city agreement
adding Gaular Kommune to the Indre Sunnfjord, Norway Sister City Relationship, as
unanimously recommended by the Operations Committee at its May 20, 1998
meeting.
The Kent-Norway Sister City relationship partners our community with three
kommunes in the Indre-Sunnfjord region of Norway's west central coast. These
kommunes are Forde, Nastdaul, and Joister. Since formation of the relationship,
another nearby kommune, Gaular has expressed interest in joining the relationship.
Additional information on Gaular is included in the attached memo. Adding Gaular
Kommune to the relationship would result in no financial or staffing impact. If
approved, the agreement would be signed during the visit by a Kent delegation to
Norway later this month.
3. EXHIBITS: Memorandum
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Operations Committee
Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc.)
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 3H
CITY OF L,Q]1�a'LSV�
City of Kent
MEMORANDUM
Jim White, Mayor
DATE: May 14, 1998
TO: Councilmember Judy Woods, Chair and
Members of the Kent City Council Operations Committee
FROM: Dena Laurent ���
Government Affairs Manager
SUBJECT: Adding Gaular, Norway to the Norway Sister City Relationship
The Kent-Norway Sister City relationship partners our community with three kommunes
or villages in the Indre-Sunnfjord region of Norway's west central coast. These
kommunes are Forde,Nastdaul and Jolster. Since formation of the relationship, another
nearby kommune, Gaular, has also expressed an interest in joining the relationship. We
request the Committee recommend that the City Council authorize the Mayor to include
Gaular in the Norway Sister City relationship.
Background on Gaular
Gaular's population is approximately 2,900, similar in size to both Naustdal and Jolster.
Gaular includes three towns: Sande, the community center, Bygstad and Viksdalen. The
kommune stretches 40-50 miles from the glacier and mountain area to the inner fjord
basin. It has some small lakes and its main river is a protected nature reservation with
abundant salmon habitat. Gaular is about 15 miles from Forde, 40 miles from Jolster and
22 miles from Naustdal.
Gaular's economy is based mainly in agriculture and forestry. It is home to the largest
saw mill in the area and many dairy farms. It is also home to the Forde-area airport, and
the largest helicopter manufacturing company in Norway. School children in Gaular
attend combined elementary and junior high school in the area and travel to Forde for
high school. Gaular also has a long tradition of regional and national historical events.
Impact on Sister City Relations
The Norway Sister City Committee concurs with the recommendation to add Gaular to
this sister city relationship. We anticipate no additional financial or political impact as a
result of taking this action. In fact, the addition of Gaular to the relationship should
strengthen both the Norway and Kent parties in their efforts. If the City Council
authorizes this action, an agreement will be signed with Gaular when the Kent delegation
visits Norway this June.
If you have any questions about this issue, do not hesitate to contact me at 859-4154.
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2, 1998
Category Consent Calendar
1. SUBJECT: SWAN COURT II PRELIMINARY PLAT SU-98-5 - SET MEETING
DATE
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: Set June 16, 1998, as the date for a public meeting
to consider the Hearing Examiner's recommendation of approval with conditions for
a preliminary plat application by Baseline Engineering, inc.
3. EXHIBITS: None
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Staff
Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commission, etc.)
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $ _
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 31
Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2. 1998
Category Other Business
1. SUBJECT: RHODODENDRON ESTATES PRELIMINARY PLAT NO. SU-97-2
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: This date has been set to consider the Hearing
Examiner's recommendation for conditional approval of an application by N&G
Development LLC for a 16-lot single-family residential preliminary subdivision. The
property is located at 15809 124th Avenue S.E.
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3. EXHIBITS: Staff report, Hearing Examiner Findin and Recommendations, and
map
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Hearing_Examiner
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
to accept/-med4t4rejarA the Hearing Examiner's recommendation of approval of the
Rhododendron Estates preliminary plat with 12 conditions.
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 4A
CITY OF Al\ GI'
,Jim White, Mayor
Planning Department (206)859-3390/FAA(206) 850-2544
James P. Harris, Planning Director
CITY OF KENT
Theodore Paul Hunter
Hearing Examiner
OFFICE OF THE LAND USE HEARING EXAMINER
In the matter of the Application of )
RHODODENDRON ESTATES ) NO. 4SU-97-2
For Approval of a Preliminary Plat ) ORDER OF CLARIFICATION
BACKGROUND
On, April 1-. 1998, the above captioned matter was approved subject to specific conditions
enumerated in the Examiner's decision. Pursuant to the Citv of Kent Rules of Procedure on
April 23, 1998, the applicant filed a Request for Clarification of certain findings and conditions
of said decision. This Order is issued in response to that Request for Clarification.
Mr. Robert Newman (Applicant) requests a clarification of Condition B.l.d.l.c. He wishes to
add the words "unless approved by the Public Works and Planning Departments" to the
condition as presently stated. As proposed, the amended condition would read:
The public on-site stormwater detention/retention pond shall have interior slopes no steeper
than 3:1: and a ramp no steeper than 6:1 to provide access to the bottom. The use of concrete
walls, rockeries. or gabions will not be acceptable for the design of this public stormwater
facility unless approved by the Public Work and Planning Departments.
Due to the location of the stream and 124Th Avenue, and the necessity of the filtration and the
detention/retention pond being located in the outer 25 foot of the buffer, it was agreed between
the City and the Applicant that a deeper wet pond filtration system without a swale may be used.
In order to obtain the required area for such a pond, it may be necessary to use concrete on two
sides of the pond. The condition as presently worded may be interpreted to disallow this design.
At the hearing, ivIr. Ozzie Carrosquilla of the Public Works Department stated that while the City
does not prefer concrete walls, in this case such walls might be the only feasible way to build the
retention area.
The minor changes to the proposed condition do not alter the Findings, Conclusions, and
Recommendations originally set forth by the Hearing's Examiner.
"I-Ih 1AFSIESOITH FF]T. W\SHINGTOv TFLFPHONE
Hearing Examiner Order
Rhododendron Estates
#SU-97-3
ORDER
it is hereby ORDERED that the above stated clarification concerning the use of concrete walls as
part of a storm water drainage system be incorporated into the Hearing Examiner
recommendation on this matter.
DATED this 6`h day of May, 1998.
Theodore Paul Hunter
Hearing Examiner for the Citv of Kent
CITY OF I4\�LlU�
Jim White, Mayor
Planning Department (253) 859-3390/F IX(253) 850-2544
James P. Harris, Planning Director
OFFICE OF THE LAND USE HEARING EXAMINER
(253) 859-3 390 Theodore P. Hunter
Hearin_ Examiner
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATION
FILE NO: RHODODENDRON ESTATES 4SU-97-2
APPLICANT: N & G Development, LL.0
REQUEST: A request to subdivide approximately 4.8 acres into 16 single-family
residential lots.
LOCATION: The property located between 122"" Avenue SE and 124"' Avenue SE
at approximately SE 258"' Street.
APPLICATION FILED: November 14, 1998
DETERMINATION OF
NONSIGNIFICANCE ISSUED: August 22. 1997,
MEETING DATE: February 4, 1998 continued to
March 18, 1998 continued to
April 1, 1998
RECOMMENDATION ISSUED: April 15. 1998
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVED with conditions
STAFF REPRESENTATIVE: Fred N. Sarterstrom. Planning Department
PUBLIC TESTIMONY: Robert Newman, applicant
WRITTEN TESTIMONY: None
EXHIBITS: Exhibit l: Hearing Examiner file containing the staff
report, application, Mitigated Determination of
Nonsignificance and public notice.
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Hearing Examiner's Findings and Recommendation
Rhododendron Estates
#SU-97-2
INTRODUCTION
After due consideration of all the evidence presented at public hearing on the date indicated above,
and following an unaccompanied personal inspection of the subject property and surrounding area
by the Hearing Examiner at a time prior to the public hearing, the following findings, conclusions
and recommendation are entered by the Hearing Examiner on this application.
SUMMARY OF PROCEDURE
An application for approval of a preliminary plat for the purpose of subdividing approximately 4.8
acres into 16 single family residential lots is APPROVED, with conditions.
Upon consideration of the testimony and exhibits submitted at the open record hearing, the following
Findings and Conclusions are entered by the Hearings Examiner:
FINDINGS
1. Applicant proposes to subdivide 4.8 acres into 16 single family residential lots on property
located at 25809 124"' Avenue SE, Kent, WA 98031. The lot sizes ranges from 6,115 to
9,625 square feet. Exhibit 1, Staff Report, Exhibit 3.
2. The property is rectangular in shape and a tributary of the Soosette Creek traverses the
property in a southeasterly direction. According to the Sensitive Areas Map Folio prepared
by King County (1990). the creek is classified as a Class 2 stream with salmonoids and
requires a 100-foot sensitive buffer per Section 15.08.224(D) of the Kent Zoning Code. In
addition, approximately 1.2 acres of wetlands are located on either side of the stream. The
site also contains a number of mature deciduous and evergreen trees as well as a variety of
rhododendron shrubs. Exhibit 1. Staff Report.
3. Under the Kent Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map, the subject property is zoned SR-6,
Single Family Residential with six units per acre maximum density and a minimum lot size
of 5,700 square feet. Land uses in the immediate area are predominantly low-density single
family residential. The Kent School District administrative offices are located adjacent to
the site on the west side. Exhibit 1, Staff Report: Attachment 2, 3.
4. Access to site will be via a proposed plat street that would extend from 122°d Avenue SE
through the site to 124d' Avenue SE. This will be a dedicated public right of way integrated
into the existing City road network. Because 124"' .Avenue SE is not currently improved to
Hearing Examiner's Findings and Recommendation
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#SU-97-2
its design width, it will require improvemenUwidening in conjunction with the proposed plat.
As conditioned, the proposed plat street will meet the city's construction standards for a
residential street and include a "fish friendly" oversized culvert that meets Washington
Department of Fish and Wildlife HPA requirements where the plat street crosses the stream.
Exhibit 1, Staff Report; Exhibit 2.
5. There is sufficient flow and availability of public water from Water District #111 to serve
the proposed 16 lots. As conditioned, the applicant will construct a water system for all lots
that meet the requirements of both the City of Kent and Water District 4111. Sewer service
will be provided by the city's sewer facility located in the Roses Meadows Plat along 124"'
Avenue SE. The applicant proposes to construct a gravity sanitary sewer system to serve all
lots within proposed subdivision. Exhibit 1, Staff Report; Exhibit 5; Exhibit 6.
6. The Public Works Department has reviewed and given preliminary approval to a preliminary
drainage plan submitted by the applicant. As conditioned, the applicant will construct an
open-to-the-air stormwater treatment system and an on-site detention/retention pond in the
southeast corner of the property in accordance with the Kent Construction Standards to
mitigate for potential stormwater runoff impacts. Exhibit 1, Staff Report; Exhibit 7.
7. As conditioned, the detention pond will be constructed with a wetland-type design that
mimics natural systems through dense, native plant landscaping throughout the facility and
integrated with stream buffer plantings in the southeast corner of the property. Exhibit 1,
Staff Report.
8. The applicant's revised plat design, while not reflecting the full 100-foot buffer setback from
the stream, allows for reasonable use of the property without posing a threat to the public
health, safety or welfare pursuant to KCC 15.08.224(D)(5). The revised plat design indicates
a 75-foot stream buffer in most areas with buffer widths up to 100+ feet in some places. As
conditioned, lots adjoining the stream buffer area (lots 4. 8, 16. and 3) will have dedicated
Native Growth Protection Easements (NGPE) sufficient to create a 75 feet buffer width. The
NGPE areas will be landscaped with native trees and shrubs. Exhibit 2; Exhibit 3.
9. The City Parks Department concluded that the application will impact existing park and
recreation facilities. Thus, as a condition of approval, the applicant has agreed to dedicate
five percent of the total property being developed as open space or pay a fee in lieu of
dedication pursuant to KCC Section 12.04.490. The proposed subdivision will also impact
traffic by adding an estimated 150 daily and 15 PM peak hour trips to the area. Through the
SEPA process, the applicant will be required to pay a fair share of the cost associated with
the construction of streets in the area. Exhibit 1. Staff Report; Exhibit 8.
Hearing Examiner's Findings and Recommendation
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#SU-97-2
10. A Mitigated Determination of Nonsignificance (MDNS) was issued on August 22, 1997
(#ENV-97-46) which included 15 conditions relating to traffic, storm water, and wetland
impacts. An appeal was filed to several conditions of the MDNS on September 16, 1997.
The appeal was withdrawn on February 8, 1998. Exhibit 1, Staff Report; Testimony of
Satterstrom.
IL Notice of the public hearing was mailed to landowners located within 300 feet of site and
posted on the site on January 23, 1998. Exhibit 9.
12. No objections to the proposed subdivision were raised during the public hearing on April 1,
1998.
CONCLUSIONS
Jurisdiction
The Hearings Examiner has jurisdiction to hold a public hearing on this application; to consider all
evidence presented at the public hearing; and, based on that evidence, to present a recommendation
to the City Council to approve, disapprove or approve with conditions the preliminary plat
application. KCC 12.04.360, KCC 2.32.090.
Criteria for Review
1. The recommendation of the Hearings Examiner must be supported by the evidence presented,
as stated in the Findings of Fact of this recommendation, and must be consistent with the
standards and criteria for review specified in state statutes and city ordinances. The
standards and criteria for review of preliminary plat applications are found in Chapter 12.04
of the Kent City Code (KCC) and Chapter 58.17 of the Revised Code of Washington(RCW).
These review criteria include:
2. KCC 12.04.020 which provides that the purpose of the city's subdivision regulations is to:
Provide rules, regulations, requirements, and standards for subdividing land in the City of
Kent, ensuring that the highest feasible quality in subdivision will be attained; that the public
health, safety, general welfare, and aesthetics of the City of Kent shall be promoted and
protected,that orderly growth, development, and the conservation, protection and proper use
of land shall be ensured; that proper provisions for all public facilities (including circulation,
utilities, and services) shall be made; that maximum advantage of site characteristics shall
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#SU-97-2
be taken into consideration; and that conformance with provisions set forth in the City of
Kent Zoning Code and Kent Comprehensive Plans shall be ensured
3. KCC 12.04.330 which specifies eight requirements that must be shown on the preliminary
plat map including appropriate name and dates, proposed platted property lines, contours and
elevations, proposed public service areas, square footage calculations for developed and open
space, dimensions of each lot, statements of soil type and drainage conditions, a description
of existing land cover, and a description of wildlife present.
4. KCC 12.04.370 which requires a written statement from the Seattle-King County Health
Department as to the general adequacy of the proposed means of sewage disposal and water
supply.
5. KCC 12.04.430 which provides for the protection of valuable, irreplaceable environmental
amenities so that urban development may be as compatible as possible with the ecological
balance of the area including preservation of drainage patterns, protection of ground water
supply, prevention of erosion and preservation of trees and natural vegetation:.
6. KCC 12.04.440 which specifies requirements for utilities including sanitary sewers, a proper
drainage plan and a proper water distribution system.
7. KCC 12.04.450 which requires due consideration to the allocation of public service usage
areas and due regard for all natural features including large trees, water courses, historical
spots and other community assets that would add attractiveness and value to the property.
8. KCC 12.04.490 which provides for mitigation of any adverse effects of development upon
the existing park and recreational facilities in the Cit,, of Kent.
9. RCW 58.17.110 which requires an inquiry into the public use and interest proposed to be
served by the subdivision and a determination "that appropriate provisions are made for
public health, safety and general welfare and for such open spaces, drainage ways, streets or
roads, alleys, or other public ways, transit stops, potable water supplies, sanitary wastes,
parks and recreation, playgrounds, schools and school grounds and all other relevant facts,
including sidewalks and other planning features that assure safe walking conditions for
students who only walk to and from school.
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Conclusions Based On Findings
I. The Applicant proposes to subdivide 4.8 acres into 16 single family residential lots on
property located at 25809 124"' Avenue SE, Kent, WA 98031. The lot sizes ranges from
6,115 to 9,625 square feet acres. Findings of Fact No. 1.
?. The applicant's revised plat indicates a 75-foot stream buffer width that the Planning
Department found to be a reasonable use of property without posing a threat to the public
health, safety, or welfare. The proposed subdivision also ensures orderly growth and
development of land by virtue of its location- being inside the urban growth boundary, the
subdivision into single-family residential lots would prevent further urban sprawl in rural
areas. The proposed location is also easily served by existing water, sewer and street
facilities. The proposed subdivision also complies with the provisions of the Kent Zoning
Code and the Kent Comprehensive Plan. Findings of Fact No. 3-5, 8.
J. As conditioned, applicant's preliminary plat map complies with the requirement of KCC
12.04.330. Findings of Fact No. 1, 2; Exhibit 3.
4. As conditioned, the applicant will construct adequate sewage disposal and water supply
structures that meet the City's requirements. Findings of Fact No. 5.
5. As conditioned, the proposed subdivision will provide for protection of environmental
amenities and consideration for natural features in the area through its drainage plan, stream
buffers, a "fish friendly" culvert, and creation of Native Growth Protection Easements.
These methods would help preserve drainage patterns, protect against erosion and other
impacts from stormwater runoff, and preserve trees and native vegetation. Findings of Fact
No. 4, 6 - 8.
6. As conditioned, the applicant will provide for mitigation for the adverse effects of
subdivision on existing park and recreation facilities. Finding of Fact No. 9.
As conditioned, the proposed subdivision will contain appropriate provisions for the public
health and welfare, opens spaces, drainage ways, streets, water supply, sewage disposal,
parks, and schools. Findings of Fact No. 3 - 9.
RECOMMENDATION
Based upon the preceding Findings of Fact and Conclusions, the Hearings Examiner recommends
this application for preliminary plat be APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
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#SU-97-2
A. GENERAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
I. The Owner/Subdivider shall comply with all applicable conditions of the Mitigated
Determination of Nonsignificance (MDNS) for ENV-97-46 for this subdivision.
B. PRIOR TO RECORDING THE SUBDIVISION:
1. The Owner/Subdivider shall receive approval for engineering drawings submitted to the
Department of Public Works, and either construct or bond for the following:
a. A gravity sanitary sewer system to serve all lots within the proposed subdivision.
b. The septic system serving the existing home within the proposed plat shall be
abandoned in accordance with King County Health Department Regulations.
c. A water system meeting domestic and fire flow requirements for all lots. Water will
be provided by Water District#111 of King County and the Owner/Subdivider shall
meet the requirements of both the City of Kent and Water District 9111 for this
water system.
d. A public stormwater drainage system for the subdivision. Detailed Drainage Plans
will show how the 100-year post-developed stormwater runoff from this
development will be collected, conveyed, stored, treated and released to the City
stormwater drainage system in compliance to the Kent Construction Standards.
(1) The Owner/Subdivider shall construct an on-site detention/retention pond
system in accordance with the Kent Construction Standards to mitigate for
potential impacts to stormwater runoff quantity.
(a) The minimum detention storage volume will be that volume required to
detain the 100-year, 24-hour design storm while releasing at rate no
greater than 70 percent of the pre-developed 2-year, 24-hour design
storm (the release criteria established in the Soos Creek Basin Plan for
discharges to Soosette Creek.)
(b) The pre-development condition shall be assumed to be forest/grass only
unless otherwise determined by the Director.
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(c) The public on-site stormwater detention/retention pond shall have interior
slopes no steeper than 3:1; and a ramp no steeper than 6:1 to provide
access to the bottom. The use of concrete walls, rockeries, or gabions
will not be acceptable for the design of this public stormwater facility.
(2) An infiltration pond retention system is the preferred alternative for mitigation
of stormwater impacts. This alternative shall be required unless proven
unfeasible by the Owner/Subdivider's design engineer in the submittal for the
Detailed Drainage Plan. Proof of being infeasible will require soil logs which
extend at least 5 feet below the bottom of the proposed pond bottom to show
that any impervious layers do not consist of thin lenses.
(3) Roof downspouts for each house and garage shall be directed to Roof
Downspout Infiltration Trenches meeting the requirements of the Department
of Public works including overflow pipes connected to an approved
conveyance system. The Detailed Drainage Plans will include an approved
detail for the Roof Downspout Infiltration Trenches, and will provide private
stormwater stubouts to each lot for future connection to the Roof Downspout
Infiltration Trenches. The face of the final plat shall contain the following
restriction:
AS A CONDITION OF BUILDING PERMIT ISSUANCE, RESIDENCES
CONSTRUCTED ON LOTS OF THIS SUBDIVISION MUST PROVIDE
ROOF DOWNSPOUT INFILTRATION TRENCH SYSTEMS PER
DETAILS SHOWN ON THE APPROVED STORMWATER PLANS.
(4) The required downstream analysis for this development will include an
analysis for capacity, erosion potential, and water quality from the point of
discharge from the site downstream a distance of at least one quarter mile.
(a) This downstream analysis will clearly identify the existing and future
capacity of each link in the drainage system for the appropriate
downstream reach if a 100 percent infiltration retention facility is not
used.
(b) Should any link or element in the downstream capacity be insufficient
to convey the future 25-year, 24-hour peak flow rate, the
Owner/Subdivider shall either provide necessary off-site improvements
to convey the future 25-year, 24-hour design peak flow (and to provide
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off-site drainage easements where necessary), OR further detain/retain
stormwater and restrict the release rate of stormwater to ensure that the
capacity of the existing conveyance system will not be exceeded.
(c) In addition, the Owner/Subdivider's design engineer shall identify all
downstream reaches which cannot convey the future 100-year, 24-hour
design storm without overtopping or pressure flows.
(d) Similarly, should an erosion problem be exacerbated by the proposed
release conditions, then the Owner/Subdivider will have to further
restrict the release of stormwater from this development, or to provide
suitable off-site mitigation.
(e) The Owner/Applicant shall obtain and convey appropriate public drainage
easements to the City of Kent for any part of this specified reach which
does not currently have a public drainage easement. Where these
reaches are part of an identified stream, the public drainage easements
will be include the required creek buffers for the class of stream.
(5) The Owner/Subdivider shall submit a Landscape Plan for within and
surrounding the retention/detention facility to the Kent Planning Department
and the Department of Public Works for review and approval prior to approval
of the Detailed Drainage Plans.
(6) No portion of the "hard" stormwater quantity management system (ponds,
access roads, pipes, or similar appurtenances) shall be permitted within the
creek buffers. Well vegetated biofiltration swales or biofiltration strips, on the
other hand, may be permitted within the creek buffers providing additional
restoration is provided for the existing. inadequate creek buffers as deemed
necessary by the Department of Public Works.
e. An open-to-the-air stormwater treatment system in accordance with Kent
Construction Standards to mitigate for potential impacts to stormwater runoff
quality. Acceptable stormwater treatment facilities meeting this requirement in their
preferred order include: infiltration after pretreatment; biofiltration swales; wet
ponds; extended detention ponds; and created wetlands. Alternatives and
experimental treatment facilities will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the
Department of Public Works.
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(1) The stormwater treatment system shall be entirely within the approved
retention/detention facility tract.
(2) Easements for biofiltration swales across private lots will not be acceptable to
meet this requirement.
(3) Only the outer 25-feet of the creek buffers, or the outer 25-feet of wetland
buffers if they are larger than the creek buffers, may have stormwater quality
facilities within them. In addition, the only stormwater quality facilities
permitted within either buffer shall be limited to well vegetated biofiltration
swales or biofiltration strips.
f. A Detailed Grading Plan for the entire subdivision which includes provisions for
utilities, streets, retention/detention ponds, stormwater treatment facilities, and a
building footpad for each lot. These plans shall be designed to eliminate the need
for processing several individual Grading Permits upon application for Building
Permits: phasing of grading on a lot-by-lot basis is not recommended.
g. A Temporary Erosion/Sedimentation Plan for the entire subdivision which reflects
the Detailed Grading Plan discussed above, and the Detailed Tree Plan mentioned
below.
h. A Tree Plan detailing clearing limits, trees to be removed, caliper and type. Grading
Plans can not be approved without an approved Detailed Tree Plan.
i. Street Plans for the Plat Road (tentatively identified as Southeast 258th Street).
Construct the plat street to the requirements within the City of Kent Construction
Standards for a Residential Street, including a 32-foot wide paved roadway; cement
concrete curbs and gutters; five-foot wide cement concrete sidewalks on both sides
of the street: a City-approved lighting system; storm drainage facilities; street
channelization and signing; utilities and appurtenances, and 35-foot radius curb
returns at the intersections of the plat street and 124th Avenue Southeast and "122nd
Place Southeast".
The applicant shall work with the Public Works Department to incorporate street
narrowing options in the vicinity of the wetland/stream. Where the plat street
crosses a stream, a "fish-friendly" oversized culvert shall be required which has a
gravel bottom and meets Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife HPA
conditions and requirements.
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j. Street Plans for the north-south Plat Road (tentatively identified as 122nd Place
Southeast). The Owner/Subdivider has two options for this street:
(1) Option 1: Obtain the required right-of-way from the adjacent property owner
to the west (Kent School District) and dedicate that right-of-way to the City.
For this option, the Owner/Subdivider shall construct a paved street at least
20 feet in width, with the crown of the pavement coincident with the centerline
of the provided right-of-way, and the face of curb located 16-feet east of that
centerline. In addition, the Owner/Applicant shall construct a 5-foot wide
cement concrete sidewalk along the east side of the street; a City-owned street
lighting system; traffic signs which prohibit parking on both sides of the
street, water and sewer line extensions to serve properties to the north and
south; a stormwater conveyance system; and appurtenances as needed.
(2) Option 2: Dedicate the entire 44-foot wide minimum right-of-way width and
construct the full Residential Street. For this option, the Owner/Subdivider
shall construct a 32-foot paved street with curb and gutter on both sides; 5-foot
wide cement concrete sidewalks on the east side of the street; a City-approved
street lighting system; water and sewer line extensions to serve properties to
the north and south; a stormwater conveyance system; and appurtenances as
needed.
k. Street Plans for the widening/improvement of 124th Avenue Southeast across the
entire subdivision frontage as described in the SEPA DNS for this subdivision.
2. The Owner/Subdivider shall permanently protect the approved and preserved, and/or
enhanced, or created wetland(s) and it's buffer(s). and the creek and its buffers by creating
a separate Sensitive Area Tract and by dedicating the tract to the City. This Sensitive
Area Tract shall be consistent with the wetland and wetland buffer map contained within
the approved Wetland Delineation Report and/or approved Wetland Mitigation Plan. or
the approved creek buffers, as appropriate. The Owner/Subdivider shall provide a legal
description of said tract prepared by a licensed land surveyor, prior to issuance of any
construction permits. The Sensitive Area Tract and the following language shall be
included on the face of the recorded plat:
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SENSITIVE AREA TRACTS
DEDICATION OF A SENSITIVE AREA TRACT CONVEYS TO THE PUBLIC A
BENEFICIAL INTEREST IN THE LAND WITHIN THE TRACT. THIS INTEREST
INCLUDES THE PRESERVATION OF NATIVE VEGETATION FOR ALL
PURPOSES THAT BENEFIT THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE,
INCLUDING CONTROL OF SURFACE WATER AND EROSION, MAINTENANCE
OF SLOPE STABILITY, VISUAL AND AURAL BUFFERING, AND PROTECTION
OF WATER QUALITY, PLANT ECOLOGY AND WILDLIFE HABITAT. THE
SENSITIVE AREA TRACT IMPOSES UPON ALL PRESENT AND FUTURE
OWNERS AND OCCUPIERS OF THE LAND SUBJECT TO THE TRACT THE
OBLIGATION, ENFORCEABLE ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC BY THE CITY OF
KENT, TO LEAVE UNDISTURBED ALL TREES AND OTHER VEGETATION
WITHIN THE TRACT. THE VEGETATION WITHIN THE TRACT MAY NOT BE
CUT, PRUNED, COVERED BY FILL, REMOVED OR DAMAGED WITHOUT
APPROVAL IN WRITING FROM THE CITY OF KENT.
THE COMMON BOUNDARY BETWEEN THE TRACT AND THE AREA OF
DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY MUST BE MARKED OR OTHERWISE FLAGGED TO
THE SATISFACTION OF THE CITY OF KENT PRIOR TO ANY CLEARING,
GRADING. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION OR OTHER DEVELOPMENT
ACTIVITY. THE REQUIRED MARKING OR FLAGGING SHALL REMAIN IN
PLACE UNTIL ALL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES IN THE VICINITY OF THE
SENSITIVE AREA TRACT ARE COMPLETED
NO BUILDING FOUNDATIONS, STRUCTURES, OR OBSTRUCTIONS
(INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO DECKS, PATIOS, OUTBUILDINGS AND
OVERHANGS) ARE ALLOWED WITHIN 15 FEET OF THE SENSITIVE AREA
TRACT.
3. A constructed wetland-type design for the detention/water quality pond in the southeast
corner shall be required. The design shall mimic natural systems through dense, native
plant landscaping throughout the facility and integrated with stream buffer plantings in
the southeast comer. Sensitive area tracts shall be deeded to the City for the stream,
wetland, and buffer areas that are not contained within proposed lots.
Dedication of Native Growth Protections Easements (NGPE) for those lots adjoining the
stream buffer area(Lots 4, 8, 16, and 3) sufficient in width to create/maintain an average
total buffer width to the stream of 100 feet or greater. with the minimum width not less
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than 75 feet wide in any location. These NGPE areas shall be landscaped with a dense
planting scheme of native trees and shrubs. The NGPE boundaries shall be fenced with
split rail wood fencing along their entire lengths and sensitive area signs shall be installed
(one sign per lot).
By including the detention/water quality area and with a minor modification to the NGPE
for lot 14, the site plan submitted 3-23-98 can meet the 100 foot average requirement for
areas north and south of the road, as long as all sensitive tract/NGPE areas are designed
and planted as natural buffers to the stream and wetland and the stormwater constructed
wetland facility can be designed to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director.
A minimum 5-feet wide building setback shall be established from the NGPE.
A wetland mitigation plan addressing the proposed unavoidable impacts to the existing
wetland and wetland buffers on site shall be submitted to the Public Works Department,
based on the final approved wetland boundaries. In addition, the applicant shall revise
the draft wetland delineation report based on the City's comments and re-submit for
review and approval. A landscape plan for all sensitive areas shall be submitted for
review and approval by the Public Works and Planning Departments
4. The Owner/Subdivider shall dedicate all necessary public right-of-way for the
improvements listed in Section A and B, above. and provide all public and private
easements necessary for the construction, operation. and maintenance of the required
improvements identified in Section B.
a. Unless otherwise provided for in a previous deed. the Owner/Subdivider shall
dedicate, or Quit Claim deed, sufficient right-of-way, across and through the
property frontage, and off-site as necessary. for the construction of the following-
(1) 124th Avenue Southeast, to City Standards for a Residential Collector Arterial
street, with a minimum half-street right-of-way width of 39 feet across the
entire frontage of the subdivision, but also including the right-of-way required
to construct the full 36-foot street section, and the off-site right-of-way
necessary to construct the pavement transition tapers to the north and south of
the site.
(2) 122nd Place Southeast,to City Standards for a Residential Collector street with
a minimum street right-of-way width of 44 feet, and sufficient right-of-way
to provide the specified curb return radii.
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(3) The plat street, to City Standards for a Residential street, minimum right-of-
way 49 feet, and 35-foot radius curb returns at the intersection of the plat
street at 122nd Avenue Southeast and 122nd Avenue Southeast.
b. The dedication or Quit Claim deeds for right-of-way shall be based upon a survey
to be performed by a licensed land surveyor of the subject property, 124th Avenue
Southeast, the area for the right-of-way for 122nd Place Southeast, and adjacent
affected properties, and shall clearly delineate the existing and future public
right-of-way, property lines, curb lines, paving limits, and other public and private
improvement
5. The owner/subdivider shall dedicate five percent of the site area for parks and recreation or pay
fee in lieu of dedication pursuant to KCC Section 12.04.490 of the Kent Subdivision Code.
C. PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT ON ANY LOT IN THE
RHODODENDRON ESTATES SUBDIVISION (SU 97-02) THE OWNER/SUBDIVIDER
SHALL:
1. Execute all required EMAs specified above.
2. Convey all required off-site drainage easements (or off-site Sensitive Area Tracts) required
above.
3. Construct all improvements required in Sections A & B. above.
4. The Owner/Subdivider shall receive approval for detailed Grading Plans AND Temporary
Erosion and Sediment Control Plans in conformance to the City Construction Standards.
5. As-built drainage plans for the entire site shall be prepared by a certified land surveyor and
approved by the City prior to issuance of building permits.
6. The Owner/Subdivider shall receive approval for a Detailed Tree Plan submitted to the Kent
Planning AND Department of Public Works.
Dated this 15`h day of April, 1998.
THEODORE PAUL HUNTER
Hearing Examiner
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CITY OF �,Q�l-1�0
Jim White, Mayor
Planning Department (253)859-3390/FAX(253) 850-2544
James P. Harris, Planning Director
KENT PLANNING DEPARTMENT
(253) 859-3390
STAFF REPORT
FOR HEARING EXAMINER MEETING
OF FEBRUARY 4. 1998 2:00 PM
FILE NO: RHODODENDRON ESTATES #SU-97-2
APPLICANT: N & G Development LLC
341 Smithers Ave S.
Renton, WA 98055
REQUEST: A request to subdivide approximately 4.8 acres into 16 single
family residential lots.
STAFF
REPRESENTATIVE: Fred N. Satterstrom. Planning Manager
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION: CONTINUE with conditions
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
A. Description of the Proposal
The applicant proposes to subdivide one existing tax parcel into 16 single family
residential lots. Construction of a residential road to City of Kent standards will be
required to serve this plat. Approval of this application will produce fifteen new
building lots.
B. Location
The subject property is located on Kent's East Hill between 122nd and
124th Avenues SE at approximately SE 258th Street.
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C. Size of Property
The proposed subdivision site is approximately 4.8 acres in size.
D. Zonine
The subject property is zoned SR-6, Single Family Residential (6 units per acre
maximum permitted density).
E. Land Use
The City of Kent Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map designates the site as Single
Familv Residential. 6 units per acre (SF-6). Existing development of the site is
generally low density, single family residential use to the south, east, and north of the
site. The Kent School District administrative offices border the site to the west.
F. History
The subject property was annexed to the City of Kent on January 1, 1996 as part of
the Meridian annexation area.
A Tentative Plat meeting was held on March 19. 1997 to discuss issues regarding this
plat (#TSU-97-2). At this meeting the applicant was given proposed preliminary
conditions of approval for this plat.
II. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
A. Environmental Assessment
A final Mitigated Determination of Nonsignificance (MDNS) was issued on
August 22, 1997 (#ENV-97-46) which included 15 conditions relative to traffic.
storm water, and wetland impacts. A copy of the MDNS will be attached as a part
of the record for this preliminary plat. An appeal was filed to several conditions of
the MDNS on September 16, 1997.
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B. Significant Physical Features
Topography and Vegetation
Topography on the site generally rises from east to west, with a moderately steep
grade of about 10-12% in the middle of the site. There are a number of mature
deciduous and evergreen trees, in addition to fruit trees, scattered over the site. Also,
the proposed plat obtains its name from a variety of mature rhododendron shrubs
which are located on the site.
Water
A tributary of the Soosette Creek traverses the site flowing in a southeasterly
direction across the site. According to the Sensitive Areas Map Folio prepared by
King County (1990), this tributary in classified as a Class 2 stream with salmonids.
Hence, this stream is regulated by the City of Kent's Soos Creek Stream Buffers
overlay zone regulations, Section 15.08.224(D) of the Kent Zoning Code. Class 2
streams used by salmonids require a 100-foot buffer. In addition,there are associated
wetlands which have been identified on the site and are depicted on the proposed plat
map. The wetlands are approximately one-third of an acre in size.
C. Significant Social Features
1. Street Svstem
The subject property takes its primary access via a proposed plat street which
would extend from 122nd Avenue SE through the site to 124th Avenue SE.
124th Avenue SE is classified as a Residential Collector Arterial on the Citv's
Master Plan of Roadways with a 36 foot wide roadway with 3 lanes. This
roadway is not currently improved to its design width, and requires
improvement/widening in conjunction with the proposed plat.
The current average daily traffic (ADT) along 124th Avenue Southeast is
approximately 4200 vehicles. The proposed Rhododendron Estates
development will add an estimated 150 daily and 15 PM peak hour trips to
the area.
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2. Water System
Water service to the site will be provided by Water District 9111. The
applicant has submitted a water availability certificate from WD 4111 which
indicates sufficient flow and availability of public water to serve the proposed
16 lots.
3. Sanitary Sewer System
City of Kent sanitary sewer service is located nearby in the Roses Meadows
Plat along 124th Avenue SE. However, according to the Kent Public Works
Department, it may be difficult to provide a gravity flow from the Roses
Meadows plat to the proposed Rhododendron Estates plat based on the
contours of the preliminary plat map.
4. Stormwater System
A stormwater system is necessary to accommodate new development. The
Public Works Department has reviewed a preliminary drainage plan
submitted by the applicants. Public Works staff has commented that it
appears the preliminary drainage plan will work and that the proposed
drainage tract will be large enough to handle anticipated stormwater runoff.
However, Public Works staff have indicated that revisions in this drainage
plan are necessary as a consequence of the 100-foot buffer requirement for
Class 2 streams.
5. LIDs
No Local Improvement Districts exist at this time.
III. CONSULTED DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES
The following departments and agencies were advised of this application:
Chief of Staff City Attorney
Director of Public Works Chief of Police
Parks & Recreation Director Fire Chief
Building Official City Clerk
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Kent School District
King County Parks, Planning & Resource Department
US West Communications
Puget Energy
Seattle-King County Health Department
Washington Department of Transportation
U. S. Postmaster
In addition to the above, all persons owning property which lies within 300 feet of
the site were notified of the application and of the public hearing.
Staff comments have been incorporated in the staff report where applicable.
IV. PLANNING DEPARTMENT REVIEW
A. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
In 1995, the Kent City Council adopted the Kent Comprehensive Plan, which
represented a complete revision to the City's 1977 comprehensive plan. The 1995
plan was prepared under the provisions of the Washington State Growth
Management Act. The Comprehensive Plan, through its goals and policies, presents
a clear expression of the City's vision of growth for citizens, the development
community, and other public agencies. The plan is used by the Mayor, City Council,
Land Use and Planning Hearings Board, Hearing Examiner, and City departments
to guide decisions on amendments to the City's zoning code and other development
regulations, which must be consistent with the plan, and also guide decisions
regarding the funding and location of capital improvement projects. The Land Use
Element of the plan contains a Land Use Plan Map, which designates the type and
intensity of land uses throughout the city, as well as in the entire potential annexation
area.
KENT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The City of Kent Comprehensive Plan is made up of eleven elements which contain
written goals and policies as well as a land use map. The Kent Comprehensive Plan
Land Use Map designates the project site as SF-6, Single Family Residential, with
a six units per acre maximum density.
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LAND USE ELEMENT
The land use element outlines the proposed general distribution and location of
various uses of land within the planning area. The land use element is designed to
guide where and when development happens, as well as the character of Kent's
development pattern.
Goal LU-1: Designate an urban growth area and Potential Annexation Area which
will define the City's planning area and projected city limits for the
next 20 years.
Policv LU-1.1: Provide enough land in the City's urban growth area
to accommodate the level of household growth
projected to occur in the next 20 years.
Goal LU-8: The City of Kent adopts a 20 year housing target of 7,500 new
dwelling units within the existing city limits. Coordinate with King
County through an interlocal agreement on housing targets in the
unincorporated area within Kent's Potential Annexation Area.
Policv LU-8.1: Provide in the land use plan adequate land and
densities to accommodate both city and county targets
within the Potential Annexation Area. Average net
residential densities throughout the Potential
Annexation Area should be at least four units per acre
in order to adequately support urban services.
Planning Department Comment:
This proposed subdivision supports several of the goals and policies in the land use
element. The development of vacant properties inside the urban growth boundary
prevents further urban sprawl in rural areas. In addition, infill development provides
a much more efficient means of providing services and enhancing pedestrian
opportunities.
One of the overall themes of the comprehensive plan is to provide a wide variety of
housing types and opportunities to accommodate projected population growth
without converting single family land to multifamily. Development of single family
subdivisions on vacant single family land is supportive of this theme.
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HOUSING ELEMENT
OVERALL GOAL: ENSURE OPPORTUNITIES FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
AND AN APPROPRIATE LIVING ENVIRONMENT FOR KENT CITIZENS.
Goal H-1: Promote healthy neighborhoods by providing a wide range of housing
options throughout the community that are accessible to community
and human services, employment opportunities, and transportation,
and by being sensitive to the environmental impacts of development.
Policv H-1.2: Guide new residential development into areas where
community and human services and facilities are available,
and in a manner which is compatible with the land use
element.
Policv H-1.7: Continue to utilize regulatory measures to control impacts of
residential development on the environment and on water
quality. Review these regulations periodically to assess their
overall effectiveness and their impact on housing cost and
supply.
Planning;Department Comment
This proposed subdivision supports relevant goals and policies of the housing
element. The proposed location is easily and well served by existing human services
and facilities. The potential impacts of this project have been reviewed under the
State Environmental Policy Act, and its impacts have been mitigated for through a
conditional Determination of Nonsignificance. These impacts include, but are not
limited to, water quality and traffic. The provision for on site stormwater
management and a separate sensitive areas tract will protect the water quality in the
area. As mentioned elsewhere in this report, the proposed development is consistent
with the land use element including the Land Use Plan Map.
TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT
OVERALL GOAL: PROVIDE FOR A BALANCED MULTIMODAL
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM WHICH WILL SUPPORT LAND USE
PATTERNS AND ADEQUATELY SERVE EXISTING AND FUTURE
RESIDENTIAL AND EMPLOYMENT GROWTH WITHIN THE POTENTIAL
ANNEXATION AREA.
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Goal TR-1: Coordinate land use and transportation planning to meet the needs of
the City and the requirements of the Growth Management Act.
Policy TR-1.2: Coordinate new commercial and residential
development in Kent with transportation projects to
improve affected roadways.
Policy TR-1.3: Fund development of the roads necessary for a
complete arterial system serving all travel needs in the
planning area (inside and outside the City) through
fair share payments by new residential, commercial,
and industrial development.
Planning Department Comment:
Under the Growth Management Act, the City must be able to provide the necessary
infrastructure to support new development at the time it is completed. There are
existing sewer and water facilities available to serve the site, and the applicant will
be required to build a residential street to provide access. This will be a dedicated
public right of way which is integrated into the existing City road network.
The City currently has several future corridor projects which are designed to provide
better access between Kent's east hill, valley floor, and west hill areas. In addition,
these corridors will help slow additional congestion on existing east-west arterials.
Through the SEPA process, the applicant will be required to provide a traffic impact
study to identify traffic impacts upon the City of Kent road network and traffic signal
system caused by the proposed development, or execute an environmental mitigation
agreement to financially participate and pay a fair share of the cost associated with
the construction of the South 272nd/277th Street Corridor project. The Public Works
Department estimates that the proposed development will add an additional 15 PM
peak hour trips.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ELEMENT
Goal ED-2: Maintain a strong policy toward balanced community development.
Policy ED-2.1: Encourage home ownership to foster stakeholders in
the community
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Policy ED-2.3: Encourage new housing development to locate closer
to existing public services.
Planning Department Comment
The proposed preliminary plat will provide fifteen additional single family home
ownership opportunities in the City of Kent. This can help foster a sense of
community as well as increase neighborhood stability. Locating new development
near existing community services drastically reduces the amount of money necessary
to provide those services, and therefore funds can be directed towards other projects.
B. STANDARDS FOR GRANTING A SUBDIVISION
The purpose of the City of Kent Subdivision Code is to provide rules, regulations,
requirements, and standards for subdividing land in the City of Kent, insuring that
the highest feasible quality in subdivision will be attained; that the public health,
safety, general welfare, and aesthetics of the City of Kent shall be promoted and
protected; that orderly growth, development, and the conservation, protection and
proper use of land shall be insured; that proper provisions for all public facilities
(including circulation,utilities, and services)shall be made,that maximum advantage
of site characteristics shall be taken into consideration; that conformance with
provisions set forth in the City of Kent Zoning Code and Kent Comprehensive Plan
shall be insured.
Planning Department Comment
At the time of writing of this staff report. the proposed preliminary plat of
Rhododendron Estates does not meet the requirements of the Kent Subdivision Code
and Zoning Code. The 100-foot buffer requirement for Class 2 streams is not
provided in the plat map; only a 50-foot buffer from the stream is provided.
Therefore, in redesigning the proposed plat to meet the 100-foot buffer requirement,
lots 3 and 4 on the east side of the stream and lots 5, 15, and 16 on the west side of
the stream would be affected and possibly eliminated. Otherwise, the remaining lots
meet or exceed the minimum lot size and width requirements of the SR-6 zoning
district.
C. FEASIBILITY OF DEVELOPMENT ON PROPOSED LOTS
Development on all lots in the proposed subdivision will be subject to Zoning Code
requirements for development in the SR 6, Single Family Residential zoning district.
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Planning Department Comment
All proposed lots meet minimum lot size and width requirements. However, the
proposed number of lots will be affected by a re-design of the plat to accommodate
the 100-foot stream buffer requirement of the Kent Zoning Code.
Insofar as practical, side lot lines shall be at right angles to street lines or radial to
curved street lines. Each lot must front upon a public street or road. The size, shape,
and orientation of lot shall meet the minimum area and width requirements of the SR
district and shall be appropriate for the development of single family residences.
Corner lots may be required to be platted with additional width to allow for the
additional side yard requirements. Lots which are bordered by two (2) streets shall
be permitted access to only (1) of those streets. All lot comers at intersections of
dedicated public rights of way shall have a minimum radii of fifteen (15) feet.
D. PROPOSED FINDINGS
The Planning Department has reviewed this application in relation to the
Comprehensive Plan, proposed zoning, land use, street system, flood control
problems and comments from other departments and finds that:
1. The Kent Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map designates the site SF-6,
Single Family Residential, six units per acre maximum density.
2. The site is currently- zoned SR-6, Single Family Residential with a 5.700
square foot minimum lot size. This project will be subject to the
development standards of the SR-6 zoning district.
3. Land uses in the immediate area are predominantly low density single family
residential. The Kent School District administrative offices are located
adjacent to the site on the west side.
4. A Tentative Plat meeting was held for the proposed subdivision on March 19,
1997 (#TSU-97-2).
5. A Mitigated Determination of Nonsignificance was issued for the plat on
August 22, 1997. (#ENV-97-46). An appeal of certain conditions of the
MDNS was filed with the City on September 16, 1997.
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6. There are significant trees of six inch or greater caliper located on the
property. There are also numerous rhododendron shrubs scattered about the
site.
7. The site has access to 122nd and 124th Avenues South.
8. The subject property would receive sewer service from the City of Kent,
although the details of this service have not yet been worked out..
9. The subject property would receive water service from Water District 9111.
V. CITY STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Based on the above findings and conclusions, the staff recommends that the Hearing
Examiner CONTINUE the proposed preliminary plat for Rhododendron estates until the
following information and/or revisions are provided to the Planning Department:
1. A revised preliminary plat map which conforms to the 100-foot stream buffer
requirement of Section 15.08.224(D)(3) of the Kent Zoning Code. This will likely
result in fewer lots.
2. A Wetland Mitigation Plan which addresses the "unavoidable" impacts to the
existing wetland and wetland buffer caused by construction of the proposed plat
street shall be submitted to the Public Works Department for review and approval.
3. The owner/subdivider shall indicate how City of Kent sanitary sewer service will be
provided to the proposed plat.
Should the owner/developer provide this information to the City prior to the scheduled public
hearing and, provided it meets the requirements of the City, staff recommends the following
conditions be applied to the proposed plat in addition to any other conditions which may
result from the submittal of the above information:
A. GENERAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The Owner/Subdivider shall comply with all applicable conditions of the Mitigated
Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS) for ENV-97-46 for this subdivision.
B. PRIOR TO RECORDING THE SUBDIVISION:
1. The Owner/Subdivider shall receive approval for engineering drawings submitted to the
Department of Public Works, and either construct or bond for the following:
a. A gravity sanitary sewer system to serve all lots within the proposed subdivision.
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b. The septic system serving the existing home within the proposed plat shall be
abandoned in accordance with King County Health Department Regulations.
C. A water system meeting domestic and fire flow requirements for all lots. Water will
be provided by Water District 4111 of King County and the Owner/Subdivider shall
meet the requirements of both the City of Kent and Water District 4111 for this water
system.
d. A public stormwater drainage system for the subdivision. Detailed Drainage Plans
will show how the 100-year post-developed stormwater runoff from this development
will be collected, conveyed, stored, treated and released to the City stormwater
drainage system in compliance to the Kent Construction Standards.
(1) The Owner/Subdivider shall construct an on-site detention/retention pond
system in accordance with the Kent Construction Standards to mitigate for
potential impacts to stormwater runoff quantity.
(a) The minimum detention storage volume will be that volume required to
detain the 100-year, 24-hour design storm while releasing at rate no
greater than 70 percent of the pre-developed 2-year, 24-hour design storm
(the release criteria established in the Soos Creek Basin Plan for
discharges to Soosette Creek.)
(b) The pre-development condition shall be assumed to be forest/grass only
unless otherwise determined by the Director.
(c) The public on-site stormwater detention/retention pond shall have interior
slopes no steeper than 3:1: and a ramp no steeper than 6:1 to provide access to
the bottom. The use of concrete walls, rockeries, or gabions will not be
acceptable for the design of this public stormwater facility.
(2) An infiltration pond retention system is the preferred alternative for mitigation of
stormwater impacts. This alternative shall be required unless proven unfeasible by
the Owner/Subdivider's design engineer in the submittal for the Detailed Drainage
Plan. Proof of being infeasible will require soil logs which extend at least 5 feet
below the bottom of the proposed pond bottom to show that any impervious layers
do not consist of thin lenses.
(3) Roof downspouts for each house and garage shall be directed to Roof Downspout
Infiltration Trenches meeting the requirements of the Department of Public works
including overflow pipes connected to an approved conveyance system. The Detailed
Drainage Plans will include an approved detail for the Roof Downspout Infiltration
Trenches, and will provide private stormwater stubouts to each lot for future
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connection to the Roof Downspout Infiltration Trenches. The face of the final plat
shall contain the following restriction:
AS A CONDITION OF BUILDING PERMIT ISSUANCE, RESIDENCES
CONSTRUCTED ON LOTS OF THIS SUBDIVISION MUST PROVIDE ROOF
DOWNSPOUT INFILTRATION TRENCH SYSTEMS PER DETAILS SHOWN
ON THE APPROVED STORMWATER PLANS.
(4) The required downstream analysis for this development will include an analysis for
capacity, erosion potential, and water quality from the point of discharge from the
site downstream a distance of at least one quarter mile.
(a) This downstream analysis will clearly identify the existing and future capacity
of each link in the drainage system for the appropriate downstream reach if a
100 percent infiltration retention facility is not used.
(b) Should any link or element in the downstream capacity be insufficient to
convey the future 25-year, 24-hour peak flow rate, the Owner/Subdivider shall
either provide necessary off-site improvements to convey the future 25-year,
24-hour design peak flow (and to provide off-site drainage easements where
necessary), OR further detain/retain stormwater and restrict the release rate of
stormwater to ensure that the capacity of the existing conveyance system will
not be exceeded.
(c) In addition, the Owner/Subdi v i der's design engineer shall identify all
downstream reaches which cannot convey the future 100-year, 24-hour design
storm without overtopping or pressure flows.
(d) Similarly, should an erosion problem be exacerbated by the proposed release
conditions, then the Owner/Subdivider will have to further restrict the release
of stormwater from this development, or to provide suitable off-site mitigation.
(e) The Owner/Applicant shall obtain and convey appropriate public drainage
easements to the City of Kent for any part of this specified reach which does
not currently have a public drainage easement. Where these reaches are part of
an identified stream, the public drainage easements will be include the required
creek buffers for the class of stream.
(6) The Owner/Subdivider shall submit a Landscape Plan for within and surrounding the
retention/detention facility to the Kent Planning Department and the Department of
Public Works for review and approval prior to approval of the Detailed Drainage
Plans.
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(7) No portion of the "hard" stormwater quantity management system (ponds, access
roads, pipes, or similar appurtenances) shall be permitted within the creek buffers.
Well vegetated biofiltration swales or biofiltration strips, on the other hand, may be
permitted within the creek buffers providing additional restoration is provided for the
existing, inadequate creek buffers as deemed necessary by the Department of Public
Works.
C. An open-to-the-air stormwater treatment system in accordance with Kent Construction
Standards to mitigate for potential impacts to stormwater runoff quality. Acceptable
stormwater treatment facilities meeting this requirement in their preferred order include:
infiltration after pretreatment; biofiltration swales; wet ponds; extended detention ponds;
and created wetlands. Alternatives and experimental treatment facilities will be evaluated
on a case-by-case basis by the Department of Public Works.
(1) The stormwater treatment system shall be entirely within the approved
retention/detention facility tract.
(2) Easements for biofiltration swales across private lots will not be acceptable to meet
this requirement.
(3) Only the outer 25-feet of the creek buffers, or the outer 25-feet of wetland buffers if
they are larger than the creek buffers, may have stormwater quality facilities within
them. In addition, the only stormwater quality facilities permitted within either
buffer shall be limited to well vegetated biofiltration swales or biofiltration strips.
f. A Detailed Grading Plan for the entire subdivision which includes provisions for utilities,
streets, retention/detention ponds, stormwater treatment facilities, and a building footpad
for each lot. These plans shall be designed to eliminate the need for processing several
individual Grading Permits upon application for Building Permits: phasing of grading on
a lot-by-lot basis is not recommended.
g. A Temporary Erosion/Sedimentation Plan for the entire subdivision which reflects the
Detailed Grading Plan discussed above, and the Detailed Tree Plan mentioned below.
It. A Tree Plan detailing clearing limits,trees to be removed, caliper and type. Grading Plans
can not be approved without an approved Detailed Tree Plan.
i. Street Plans for the Plat Road (tentatively identified as Southeast 258th Street). Construct
the plat street to the requirements within the City of Kent Construction Standards for a
Residential Street, including a 32-foot wide paved roadway; cement concrete curbs and
gutters; five-foot wide cement concrete sidewalks on both sides of the street; a City-
approved lighting system; storm drainage facilities; street channelization and signing;
utilities and appurtenances, and 35-foot radius curb returns at the intersections of the plat
street and 124th Avenue Southeast and "122nd Place Southeast".
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j. Street Plans for the north-south Plat Road(tentatively identified as 122nd Place Southeast).
The Owner/Subdivider has two options for this street:
(1) Option 1: Obtain the required right-of-way from the adjacent property owner to the
west (Kent School District) and dedicate that right-of-way to the City. For this
option, the Owner/Subdivider shall construct a paved street at least 20 feet in width,
with the crown of the pavement coincident with the centerline of the provided right-
of-way, and the face of curb located 16-feet east of that centerline. In addition, the
Owner/Applicant shall construct a 5-foot wide cement concrete sidewalk along the
east side of the street; a City-owned street lighting system; traffic signs which
prohibit parking on both sides of the street; water and sewer line extensions to serve
properties to the north and south: a stormwater conveyance system: and
appurtenances as needed.
(2) Option 2: Dedicate the entire 44-foot wide minimum right-of-way width and
construct the full Residential Street. For this option, the Owner/Subdivider shall
construct a 32-foot paved street with curb and gutter on both sides; 5-foot wide
cement concrete sidewalks on the east side of the street; a City-approved street
lighting system; water and sewer line extensions to serve properties to the north and
south; a stormwater conveyance system: and appurtenances as needed.
k. Street Plans for the widening/improvement of 124th Avenue Southeast across the entire
subdivision frontage as described in the SEPA DNS for this subdivision.
2. The Owner/Subdivider shall permanently protect the approved and preserved, and/or
enhanced, or created wetland(s) and it's buffer(s), and the creek and its buffers by creating
a separate Sensitive Area Tract and by dedicating the tract to the City. This Sensitive Area
Tract shall be consistent with the wetland and wetland buffer map contained within the
approved Wetland Delineation Report and/or approved Wetland Mitigation Plan, or the
approved creek buffers, as appropriate. The Owner/Subdivider shall provide a legal
description of said tract prepared by a licensed land surveyor, prior to issuance of any
construction permits. The Sensitive Area Tract and the following language shall be included
on the face of the recorded plat:
SENSITIVE AREA TRACTS
DEDICATION OF A SENSITIVE AREA TRACT CONVEYS TO THE PUBLIC A BENEFICIAL INTEREST
IN THE LAND WITHIN THE TRACT. THIS INTEREST INCLUDES THE PRESERVATION OF NATIVE
VEGETATION FOR ALL PURPOSES THAT BENEFIT THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE,
INCLUDING CONTROL OF SURFACE WATER AND EROSION,MAINTENANCE OF SLOPE STABILITY,
VISUAL AND AURAL BUFFERING,AND PROTECTION OF WATER QUALITY, PLANT ECOLOGY AND
WILDLIFE HABITAT. THE SENSITIVE AREA TRACT IMPOSES UPON ALL PRESENT AND FUTURE
OWNERS AND OCCUPIERS OF THE LAND SUBJECT TO THE TRACT THE OBLIGATION,
ENFORCEABLE ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC BY THE CITY OF KENT,TO LEAVE UNDISTURBED ALL
TREES AND OTHER VEGETATION WITHIN THE TRACT, THE VEGETATION WITHIN THE TRACT
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MAY NOT BE CUT, PRUNED,COVERED BY FILL, REMOVED OR DAMAGED WITHOUT APPROVAL
IN WRITING FROM THE CITY OF KENT.
THE COMMON BOUNDARY BETWEEN THE TRACT AND THE AREA OF DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
MUST BE MARKED OR OTHERWISE FLAGGED TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE CITY OF KENT PRIOR
TO ANY CLEARING,GRADING, BUILDING CONSTRUCTION OR OTHER DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY.
THE REQUIRED MARKING OR FLAGGING SHALL REMAIN IN PLACE UNTIL ALL DEVELOPMENT
ACTIVITIES IN THE VICINITY OF THE SENSITIVE AREA TRACT ARE COMPLETED.
NO BUILDING FOUNDATIONS,STRUCTURES,OR OBSTRUCTIONS(INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO DECKS, PATIOS, OUTBUILDINGS AND OVERHANGS) ARE ALLOWED WITHIN 15 FEET OF THE
SENSITIVE AREA TRACT.
3. The Owner/Subdivider shall submit a preliminary Drainage Plan meeting the criteria of the
Department of Public Works for City review and approval, based on the approved wetland
boundaries and the 100-foot creek buffers.
4. The Owner/Subdivider shall dedicate all necessary public right-of-way for the improvements
listed in Section A and B, above, and provide all public and private easements necessary for the
construction, operation, and maintenance of the required improvements identified in Section B.
a. Unless otherwise provided for in a previous deed. the Owner/Subdivider shall dedicate, or
Quit Claim deed, sufficient right-of-way, across and through the property frontage, and
off-site as necessary, for the construction of the following:
(1) 124th Avenue Southeast,to City Standards for a Residential Collector Arterial street.
with a minimum half-street right-of-way width of 39 feet across the entire frontage
of the subdivision, but also including the right-of-way required to construct the full
36-foot street section, and the off-site right-of-way necessary to construct the
pavement transition tapers to the north and south of the site.
(2) 122nd Place Southeast, to City Standards for a Residential Collector street with a
minimum street right-of-way width of 44 feet, and sufficient right-of-way to provide
the specified curb return radii.
(3) The plat street, to City Standards for a Residential street, minimum right-of-way 49
feet, and 35-foot radius curb returns at the intersection of the plat street at 122nd
Avenue Southeast and 122nd Avenue Southeast.
b. The dedication or Quit Claim deeds for right-of-way shall be based upon a survey to be
performed by a licensed land surveyor of the subject property, 124th Avenue Southeast,
the area for the right-of-way for 122nd Place Southeast, and adjacent affected properties,
and shall clearly delineate the existing and future public right-of-way, property lines. curb
lines, paving limits, and other public and private improvements.
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5. The owner/subdivider shall dedicate five percent of the site area for parks and recreation or pay
a fee in lieu of dedication pursuant to KCC Section 12.04.490 of the Kent Subdivision Code.
C. PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT ON ANY LOT IN THE
RHODODENDRON ESTATES SUBDIVISION(SU 97-02) THE OWNER/SUBDIVIDER SHALL:
1. Execute all required EMAs specified above.
?. Convey all required off-site drainage easements (or off-site Sensitive Area Tracts) required
above.
3. Construct all improvements required in Sections A & B, above.
4. The Owner/Subdivider shall receive approval for detailed Grading Plans AND Temporary
Erosion and Sediment Control Plans in conformance to the City Construction Standards.
5. As-built drainage plans for the entire site shall be prepared by a certified land surveyor and
approved by the City prior to issuance of building permits.
6. The Owner/Subdivider shall receive approval for a Detailed Tree Plan submitted to the Kent
Planning AND Department of Public Works.
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Date June 2, 1998
Category Other Business
1. SUBJECT: CANTERBURY GREENS TOWNHOMES FINAL PLAT FSU-96-4
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: This date has been set to consider the Canterbury
Greens Final Plat. The subdivision contains 19 lots on 4.21 acres and is located at
the intersection of SE 264th and approximately 124th Avenue S.E. The City Council
approved the preliminary plat on November 5, 1996.
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4. RECOMMENDED BY: Staff
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5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSONNFA=L IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $/
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember ' ( 4,1AK moves, Councilmember tC Ij seconds
to approve the staff's recommendation of approval with conditions for the
Canterbury Greens Final Plat and to authorize the Mayor to sign the final plat mylar.
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 4B
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Jim White, Mayor
Planning epartment (253) 859-3390/Fax: (253)850-2544
James P. Harris. Planning Director
MEMORANDUM
June 2, 1998
MEMO TO: MAYOR JIM WHITE AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: JAMES P. HARRIS, PLANNING DIRECTOR
RE: CANTERBURY GREENS FINAL PLAT *SU-96-4
On November 5. 1996, Kent City Council approved the Hearing Examiners recommended
approval of the Canterbury Greens Preliminary Plat (#SU-96-4), a 4.21 acre. 19-lot residential
plat. The property is located south of SE 264`h Street at 126Ih Place SE.
Staff recommends the City Council approve the Canterbury Greens Final Plat 4FSU-96-4 with
the attached conditions.
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ON SEPTEMBER 25, 1996, THE KENT HEARING EXAMINER RECOMMENDED
APPROVAL OF THE CANTERBURY GREENS PRELIMINARY PLAT WITH
CONDITIONS.
KENT CITY COUNCIL
.APPROVED CANTERBURY GREENS
ON NOVEMBER 5, 1996
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS
A. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The subdivider shall implement all mitigation measures required by the
Determination of Nonsignificance for SEPA checklist #ENV-96-03 for the
CANTERBURY GREEN Subdivision.
2. Trucks used during the site development process shall use 124`h Avenue SE for
access to SE 2641h Street and not 127`h Avenue SE. This condition is intended to
reduce traffic through the neighborhood and to protect water lines that underlie
1271h Avenue SE.
B. PRIOR TO RECORDATION OF THE CANTERBURY GREENS SUBDIVISION:
1. The owner/subdivider shall execute an agreement to financially participate in, and
pay a proportionate share in the cost of a hard-surfaced walkway for school-age
pedestrians along the easterly side of 124th .Avenue Southeast, from Southeast
264th Street to Southeast 256th Street.
2. The owner/subdivider shall deposit, in an amount approved by the Director of
Public Works, and into an interest-bearing account, sufficient funds to pay for a
proportionate share of the cost of a 12-foot wide southbound left-turn lane at the
intersection of 124th Avenue Southeast at Southeast 264th Street.
3. Unless otherwise provided for in a previous deed, the subdivider shall quit-claim
deed and or dedicate sufficient right-of-way to construct Southeast 264th Street
to Citv Standards for a Residential Collector Street, minimum right-of-way 26.5
feet as measured from centerline of Southeast 264th Street (the quarter-section
line), including a sufficient right-of-way to construct 35-foot radius curb returns at
the intersection of the plat street and Southeast 264th Street.
4. The subdivider shall dedicate sufficient right-of-way for the construction of the
plat street to City Standards for a Residential Street, minimum right-of-way width
of 49 feet, including a minimum 51.5-foot radius (at property line, 45-foot radius
at curb line) in any and all turnarounds.
Approved Conditions
Canterbury Greens
#SU-96-4
5. a. The development of Lots 8 and 9 with single family residences could
potentially impact the Meridian Meadows Water System well to the east
of those lots. A notation shall be placed on the plat map that reads as
follows: "To help protect the water quality in the well to the east of Lots
8 and 9, the use of pesticides and herbicides shall be prohibited on Lots 8
and 9." This restriction shall also be placed in the deeds of transfer for
those lots.
b. A solid fence shall be constructed along the easterly lot line of Lots 8 & 9
to help prevent airborne intrusion of pesticides and herbicides into the well
protection buffer with the application for subdivision is unacceptable
because of avoidable wetland buffer impacts: the City of Kent does not
permit stormwater management facilities within a 25 foot wide wetland
buffer. The Public Works Department is open to innovative design which
incorporates the wetland, wetland buffer, and stormwater management
facilities within the same sensitive areas tract, while keeping the
stormwater management facility outside of the wetland and its buffer.
6. The approved wetland boundaries need to be surveyed and marked with
permanent monuments. The survey shall be shown on the face of the final plat.
A licensed professional surveyor shall provide the survey which shows the
wetland boundary, the approved wetland buffers, and the areas of each. Copies
of these maps will be attached to the copies of the Wetland Delineation Report we
have on file.
7. The entire approved and preserved wetland(s) and it's buffer(s) shall be
permanently protected as a separate Sensitive Area Tract dedicated to the City of
Kent in accordance with the Kent Wetland Management Code. The proposed plat
is inconsistent with this condition. The buffer areas shall be isolated from
intrusion and/or disturbance using landscaping, signage and/or other appropriate
screens. as well as an approved wildlife-passable fence.
8. The subdivider shall provide engineering drawings for review and approval by the
City, and either construct or bond for the following:
a. A gravity sanitary sewer system to serve all lots. The sewer system shall
be extended to the southerly subdivision boundary, and shall be sized to
serve all off-site properties within the same service area. Sanitary Sewer
service to the subject property will be provided by the City of Kent Sewer
System.
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b. A water system meeting domestic and fire flow requirements for all lots.
Water service to the subject property will be provided by Water District
Number 111. Contact the district for details on necessary improvements.
C. A storm drainage system meeting the applicable standards for conveyance,
detention, and water quality treatment. The minimum detention and
release standards to be met for this project shall be that for the Soos Creek
Drainage Basin, or the City of Kent Hill standards, whichever is more
restrictive. The detention facility shall be an open pond with no side
slopes being steeper than 3 Horizontal :1 Vertical.
1. Unless the owner/subdivider submits a drainage plan significantly
different than what was submitted with the application for this
subdivision, the owner/subdivider will be required to make
extensive off-site improvements. In addition, the owner/applicant
will also have to obtain public stormwater easements for the entire
conveyance system outside of existing City right-of-way or
drainage easements.
2. The final Drainage Plan will clearly identify the existing and future
capacity of each link in the drainage system for the required
downstream analysis. The downstream analysis for this
development will include an analysis for capacity, erosion
potential. and water quality from the point of discharge from the
site downstream a distance of at least one quarter mile or to the
point where stormwater discharges to the maintained City of Kent
stormwater drainage system. whichever is further. Should
downstream capacity be insufficient to convey the peak flow rate.
the owner' subdivider shall either provide necessary off-site
improvements (and easements where necessary), OR further
detain/retain stormwater and restrict the release rate of stormwater
to ensure that the capacity of the existing conveyance system will
not be exceeded. Similarh, should an erosion problem be
exacerbated by the proposed release conditions, then the Owner/
Subdivider will have to further restrict the release of stormwater
from this development.
3. To best avoid off-site impacts to surrounding properties,
stormwater drainage shall follow the route of of roviding an
outfall to SE 264`h Street, then easterly along SE 264` Street to an
outfall at 128`h Avenue SE consistent with the analysis and
preliminary planning discussed in Exhibit 4.
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4. Roof downspouts for each house and garage shall be directed to
infiltration trenches meeting the requirements of the Stormwater
Management Manual for the Puget Sound Basin. except that
overflow pipes shall be connected to an approved City conveyance
system. This requirement shall be stated on the face of the final
plat.
5. Surface water runoff along the edges of the plat shall be
intercepted and conveyed into the storm drainage system to avoid
off-site impacts.
d. The owner/subdivider shall construct an open-to-the-air stormwater
treatment system in accordance with Kent Construction Standards to
mitigate for potential impacts to stormwater runoff quality. Acceptable
stormwater treatment facilities meeting this requirement in their preferred
order include: infiltration after pretreatment ( it is the only alternative
which captures all pollutants from the design storm ); biofiltration swales:
wet ponds; extended detention ponds; and created wetlands. Alternatives
and experimental treatment facilities will be evaluated on a case-bv-case
basis by the Department of Public Works.
1. The stormwater treatment system shall be within the approved
retention/detention facility tract. Easements for biofiltration
swales across private lots will not be acceptable to meet this
requirement.
e. The owner/subdivider shall submit a master grading plan for all streets.
utilities and for house pads for all lots. Grading and Temporary
Erosion/Sedimentation Control Plans shall meet the requirements of the
City of Kent Construction Standards.
f. A 32-foot wide paved roadway: concrete curbs and gutters: five (5) foot
wide concrete sidewalks along both sides of all internal streets; 35-foot
radius curb returns at all internal street intersections; street lighting; storm
drainage; street channelization; utilities and appurtenances.
These improvements shall include the construction of both curb returns at
the intersection of the plat street and Southeast 264th Street. The owner/
subdivider shall be responsible for constructing concrete curbs, gutters.
and a five (5) foot wide sidewalk behind the curb. to the Point of
Tangency on Southeast 264th Street.
In lieu of a turnaround at the southerly end of the plat street. the
owner/subdivider shall install a Type III Barricade. The owner/ subdivider
shall install a permanent sign (i.e. using silk-screened/ photographically
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produced lettering upon an aluminum sign plate -- fiber board, plywood,
or cardboard are not acceptable) at least 36" by 48" in size upon the
barricade using tamper-resistant/vandal resistant mounting hardware. This
sign shall carry the following message:
"PUBLIC NOTICE
(insert the street's name here) is temporarily dead-
ended at this barricade, and is required to he
constructed/ extended upon the development of the
property to the south.
Contact the City of Kent Public
Works Department for further
information. "
g. A 18-foot wide paved roadway, as measured from the centerline of
Southeast 264th Street across the entire subdivision frontage of Southeast
264th Street, including Tax Lot 247. Said improvements shall include
concrete curbs and gutters; 6.5-foot wide concrete sidewalk along the
southerly side of Southeast 264th Street; street lighting; storm drainage;
street channelizatiom utilities and appurtenances. 35-foot radius curb
returns at the intersection of Southeast 264th Street at the plat street, plus
adequate transitions beginning easterly of the Point of Tangency of the
southeast curb return on Southeast 264th Street, and to the west of the Lot
19.
The transition to the east of the subdivision shall include an asphaltic
concrete walkway ramp. from the sidewalk to the existing pavement on
Southeast 264th Street.
These improvements shall also include a widened shoulder for pedestrians
along the southerly side of Southeast 264th Street, from the westerly_
subdivision boundary to the intersection of 124th Avenue Southeast.
These improvements shall also include sufficient pavement to provide a
12-foot wide westbound lane along the northerly side of Southeast 264th
Street, across the entire subdivision frontage.
Finally, these improvements shall include, if necessary, an overlay of the
existing roadway pavement on Southeast 264th Street, as necessary, to
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provide a 2 percent crown across the pavement; and, as necessary to meet
City Standards for roadway pavement section for a Residential Collector
roadway.
9. The owner/subdivider shall dedicate all necessary public right-of-way for the
improvements listed in Section A & B and provide all public and private
easements necessary for the construction. operation and maintenance of the
required improvements identified in Section A & B. above.
10. Dedicate five percent (5%) of the total plat area being developed as open space
park land or pay a voluntary fee in lieu of dedication as set forth in Ordinance No.
2975.
C. PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF ANY DEVELOPMENT PERMITS ON ANY
LOT IN THE CANTERBURY GREENS SUBDIVISION #SU 96-04, THE
OWNER/SUBDIVIDER SHALL:
1. Construct the improvements noted in Sections A and B, above.
2. A tree plan for the general site, for the roadway, and for all individual lots
showing all trees six inches in diameter or greater, and their relationship to any
proposed structure, must be approved by the Kent Planning Department prior to
approval and construction of the final roadway design and prior to the issuance of
a development permit for any lot. No trees of six inch caliper or greater shall be
removed from any lot except to a tree plan approved by the Kent Planning
Department.
3. As-built Drainage Plans for the entire site shall be prepared by a professional land
surveyor and submitted to the City for review and approval.
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Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2. 1998
Category Bids
1. SUBJECT: CITY OF KENT TRAFFIC STRIPING
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: The bid opening for this project was held on May 26th
with three bids received. The low bid was submitted by Stripe Rite, Inc. in the
amount of$39,174.91. The Engineer's estimate was $48,001.06.
The Public Works Director recommends that the contract be awarded to Stripe
Rite, Inc.
3. EXHIBITS: Public *rks Director memorandum
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4. RECOMMENDED Y: Public Works Director
Committee, S aff, Examiner, Commission, etc.)
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5. UNBUDGETED FIS�AL/PERSONNEL IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE RE UIRED: $ _
SOURCE OF FUND -:
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
Councilmember �` u,CV- moves, Councilmember seconds
that the City of Kent Traffic Striping contract be award to Stripe Rite, Inc. for the bid
amount of $39,174.91.
DISCUSSION:
ACTION:
Council Agenda
Item No. 5A
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Mav 27, 1998
TO: Mayor &City Council
FROM: Don Wickstrom �W
RE: Citv of Kent Traffic Striping
Bid opening for this project was held on May 26' with 3 bids received. The low bid
was submitted by Stripe Rite, Inc in the amount of 539,174.91 . The Engineer's
estimate was $48,001.06.
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the City of Kent Traffic
Striping contract be awarded to Stripe Rite, Inc for the bid amount of 539,174.91.
BID SUMMARY
Stripe Rite, Inc. 39,174.91
Action Services Corp 56,749.21
Apply A Line 68,810.94
Engineer's Estimate 48,001.06
MOTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds that the Citv of
Kent Traffic Striping contract be awarded to Stripe Rite. Inc. for the bid amount of
$39,174.91.
Kent City Council Meeting
Date June 2. 1998
Category Bids
1 . SUBJECT: 6TH AVENUE NORTH IMPROVEMENTS
2. SUMMARY STATEMENT: The bid opening for this project was held on May 26th
with five bids received. The low bid was submitted by Ohana Nursery in the amount
of$47,321.75. The Engineer's estimate was $51,195.25.
The Public Works Director recommends that the contra t be awarded to Ohana
Nursery.
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3. EXHIBITS: Public Works Director memorandum !/
4. RECOMMENDED BY: Public Works Direc r
Committee, Staff, Examiner, Commis6on, etc.)
5. UNBUDGETED FISCAL/PERSON NZL IMPACT: NO X YES
6. EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $ '/
SOURCE OF FUNDS: —T
7. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
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Councilmember �-�,�.t�, moves. Councilmember 6seconds
that the 6th Avenue North Street Improvement contract be awarded to Ohana
Nursery for the bid amount of $47,321 .75.
DISCUSSION:
ACTION: `
Council Agenda
Item No. 5B
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
May 27, 1998
TO: Mavor &City Council
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FROM: Don Wickstrom
RE: 6' Avenue North Street Improvement
Bid opening for this project was held on May 26' with 5 bids received. The low bid
was submitted by Ohana Nursery in the amount of S47,321.75. The Engineer's
estimate was $51,195.25.
It is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that the 6`' Avenue North
Street Improvement contract be awarded to Ohana Nursery for the bid amount of
$47,321.75.
BID SUMMARY
Ohana Nursery 47,321.75
Lakeside Industries 53,796.50
Mer-Con Inc. 53,857.50
RJC, Inc. 54,222.00
Tvdico, Inc. 80,893.27
Engineer's Estimate 51 ,195.25
MOTION:
Councilmember moves, Councilmember seconds that the 6`'
Avenue North Street Improvements contract be awarded to Ohana Nursery for the
bid amount of S47,321.75.
CONTINUED COMMUNICATIONS
A.
REPORTS
A. COUNCIL PRESIDENT
B. OPERATIONS COMMITTEE tt)::lF
C. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ,
D. PUBLIC WORKS/PLANNING COMMITTEE CL&J—
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E. PARKS COMMITTEE
F. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
EXECUTIVE SESSION - 1) Pending Litigation
2) Potential Litigation
3) Labor Negotiations
PUBLIC WORICS/PLANNING COMMITTEE MINUTES
May 18, 1998
ATTENDEES: Tim Clark Don Wicicstrom
Rico Yingling Tom Brubaker
Tom Brotherton
Metro Sanitary Sewer Interceptor
Wickstrom stated that there is a main sewer trunk along Canyon Drive which services
the East Hill system; this is our service area plus Soos Creek Sewer &Water service
areas. It's one of the sole outlets for Soos Creek Sewer &Water. It services the
Covington and Lake Wilderness areas and connects to a pump station at 148'Ave 6t
256`' and is pumped into the interceptor that goes down Canvon Drive. He stated
that several years ago we had a sewerage overflow in a line that we maintain which
was originally built between Cascade Sewer and the City. This system is over
capacity. Soos Creek constructed a by system around that original system which
essentially pushed the flows down into the valley floor and we had some overflows in
the valley. There is a hugh elevation between the valley floor and the top of the
277`' Corridor project. Wickstrom said we approached Metro with the alternative
of them having a line across the valley and servicing that East Hill area because the
future line south of Auburn coming up around the fish hatchery would never be built
because of the associated environmental restrictions. Metro agreed and our share is
about $1 Million Dollar. This includes Soos Creek's portion which relates to a long
term agreement we signed in 1969 when Metro built this interceptor along Canyon
Drive allowing pump stations to be built. He explained that at time we agreed to
build a cross-valley interceptor on S. 228`' between 4`' and 72nd Aves. Hydraulically,
it won't work so we need to find another solution; this was a good solution for
everyone and Metro will pick up the difference.
Wickstrom noted that we are lead agencv on the project; bid opening is May 27' ; we
anticipate coming to Council for award on June 2nd however, we won't bring the
contract forward until we get an agreement with Soos Creek Water &Sewer to pay
their share. The agreement is between Kent and Metro and the project is
approximately $8 Million Dollars....
Wickstrom explained that we haven't executed any agreement with Soos Creek at
this point however we will be approaching them within the next week to pay their
share of the $1 Million dollars. Wickstrom requested a recommendation for
authorization for the Mayor to sign the agreement in it's final form, after concurrence
of the language, with the City Attorney and the Public Worlcs Director.
Committee unanimously recommended authorization for the Mayor to sign the
agreement pending the Director of Public Works and City Attorney's concurrence
with the language therein.
Bicycle Free Zone Program
As a follow up to the last Committee meeting, Wickstrom explained that his staff has
contacted the Cities of Olympia, Lacy and Tacoma and they have no knowledge of a
bicycle program. He said it is obviously a private system.
Added item: Recycling_Program (Rico Yingling)
Since the grant programs began in 1994, participation in the multi-family recycling
program has increased from 92 to 116 participants, an increase of 26%; the
businesses have increased from 360 to 581 participating, an increase of 66% and then
thru our on-site visits, consultations and distribution of educational materials, the
grant programs have increased the overall diversion of materials from the solid waste
stream from 41% to 52% in the multi-family sector and from 21% to 45% in the
business sector. Rico expressed appreciation to Don Wickstrom for the receipt of this
information and stated that he was pleased with the results.
Added item: Larry Nelson, West Hill resident stated the following.
On the bicycle issue, obviously the cities that have had programs in place, have
obviously experienced utilization rates and liability problems. Wickstrom stated that
none of the programs were city operated. An anonymous donor donated several
bikes, thru the Parks Dept and when they were gone, the program was over.
Ellensburg had a similar type program, which was voluntary, and when the bikes were
gone, the program ended. Portland is going to try a volunteer program.
Meeting adjourned: 4:10 p.m.