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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Meeting - Council - Minutes - 03/01/1971 Kent, Washington March 1, 1971 Regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Present : Mayor Hogan, Councilmen: Baffaro, Barnier, Clements, Elliott, Lee, Martell and Masters, City Administrator Street, City Attorney Mirk, City Engineer Sherwood and Planning Director Harris Elliott moved to approve minutes of the last meeting with the following correction: On Page 3 , under Street Vacation, the public hearing date should be April 5th rather than April 15th, Martell seconded, motion carried . CITY Lee reported that the entire Council met in HALL work session on Saturday, February 27th with Mr. Street and it was their unanimous decision to complete the courtyard ( Item 1 ) under Revised Plan A1B of Monroe Construction Co. dated January 21; 1971 . He noted that he, Clements and Street met this morning with Bassetti, who will report back after gathering the information requested by the Council . Lee noted that at present, no recommendation will be made on Item #2 (Kiosks ) or Item #5 (Underground Trash Cans) , however, it was their decision to proceed with the 11 benches in order to get the bases in when the courtyard paving is done. A letter was received from the O'Brien Garden Club, including a $50.00 check donated for land- scaping purposes for the new City Hall . Mayor Hogan noted that this check will be deposited in the Civic Improvement Fund to be used for this purpose. STREETS LID 257 , James St. , Contract B Butler Bros The City Engineer reported receipt of the final estimate on this project, along with Change Order #3 in the amount of $1164. 39 . MASTERS MOVED to approve Change Order #3, Barnier seconded . Under discussion, Martell questioned Item #3 in the Change Order, regarding sales tax. Ramsey and Mirk explained that the amount represented the 112% increase effective April 1, 1970 , and was for materials purchased within the city. Motion carried. MASTERS MOVED to accept the contract as complete, providing the contractor provides the city with a release from any firm which has filed a material man ' s claim against this project, Barnier seconded, motion carried. LID 257, James Street. Masters questioned Dennis Scott, regarding the criteria of acceptance of the project, with reference to the Clark Street intersection. Scott explained that the contractor tied to the existing concrete paving at the south- east corner of Clark and James. Beyond this point, the property owners are parking cars where the grass is planted and the area has become saturated with water. He noted that this area is outside the limits of the project. Masters asked the City Attorney if contractors assume liability for street breakage while travelling city streets with their equipment. The City Attorney replied that they would be responsible for restoring the street only if it was an unusual situation, such as overloading. Traffic Control . A letter from John A. Urquhart was read regarding a situation which concerns the movement of school buses in and out of Summit Ave. from James Street. MASTERS MOVED to place the letter on file and to direct the Engineering Depart- ment to report on the conditions of this area at the next council meeting, Elliott seconded. Under discussion, Baff aro and Barnier agreed that the poor sight distance at this intersection is a hazard, and that the area below Alvord was to have been elevated, Motion carried. STREETS Reith Road. Mr. Street noted that a contract with Bay Construction has been prepared for acquisition of right-of-way for the new Reith Road alignment. MASTERS MOVED to authorize the Mayor to sign the contract, Barnier seconded . Under discussion, Dennis Scott notedthat the bids could be let in April with a hold period to enable Bay Construction to remove the materials. SR 167 & EVH Signalization & Ramp Widening (Butler Bros. ) .• The City Engineer recommended that this project be accepted as complete . ELLIOTT SO MOVED, Masters seconded. It was noted that no liens have have been -filed against this project. Motion carried. James St Sewer Repair (LDL Land Development Co. ) . The City Engineer noted that the final estimate has been prepared on this project. He explained that the scope of the project was increased in order to accommodate a different location of the pipe, creating more work for the contractor. - He explained that the work was related on a per foot cost on the Jump sum to provide for the additional footage. The total additional negotiated amount is $1 , 986.50 , which is contained in Change Order #1, MASTERS MOVED to approve Change Order #1 , Clements seconded, motion carried . ELLIOTT MOVED to accept the project as complete, Barnier seconded, motion carried . HEALTH & L'ID 264 Benaroya Sewer. The City Engineer reported SANITATION that a meeting was held with property owners involved in this LID concerning the location of the sewer in S. 208th. He noted that acquisition of rights-of-way on the East Valley Highway and survey work is in pro- gress. Mr. Street noted that all property owners were contacted with the exception of Mr . Brewer, and they are in favor of placing the sewer on the south side of S. 20Bth. Health Services. A letter was read from A. Wesley Hodge, who represents the cities in the litigation between the Suburban Mayors Association and the King County Health Department, noting that the case has been continued to June 1 , 1971 . MASTERS MOVED to place the letter on file, Baffaro seconded, motion carried. Sewer Extension . Barnier reported on the meeting with representatives of the Kent Highlands Shopping Center concerning the extension of a sanitary sewer from the Aero-Mechanics sewer. The City Engineer noted that the City has requested that a 10" line be installed instead of an 8" so other properties could be served, and the property owners have asked if the City would pay the difference in cost. It was explained that the position of the City was that they would not, because of past policies regarding sewer extensions. Sherwood noted that an agreement was reached whereby on 132nd Ave. , the owners could use a 15 ' easement along their property or put the sanitary sewer in the street right-of-way, depending upon which would be more advantageous to the property owner. The property owners also asked for relief from the connection charges , which was not possible. Sherwood pointed out that this sewer is an extension of the Aero-Kent sanitary sewer system and pump sta- tion system and the agreement or contract with Aero- Kent requires certain payment based upon the resi- dential units on the property to be connected. They have suggested a unit number of 15 , which has been taken under advisement by the Engineering Department. It is proposed to review this proposed project at the March 8th workshop. HEALTH & Mr Breda, owner of property which is leased SANITATION to the Double A Cafe, complained that the King County Health Department closed down the restaurant on Tuesday, without any prior notice of a violation, other than a letter whcih was hand delivered the day of the closure. Mayor Hogan noted that she had received copies of correspondence from the Health Department regarding the problem. Breda noted that he is paying assessments on the area for sewers, however the area will not be served by sewers for another year. Mr. Street explained that an LID could be formed . BARNIER MOVED for the Utilities Committee to hold a meeting on March 17th at 7 : 30 p.m. and for all property owners involved to be so notified, Masters seconded . Under discussion, Barnier suggested that a representative of the Health Department be invited to attend this meeting. Motion carried. THE CITY ATTORNEY reported that Willo Vista Trailer Park is preparing to connect to the sanitary sewer. THE CITY ATTORNEY reported that the Midway Shopping Center has made application to the Des Moines Sewer District and is to award a contract soon. WATER LID 266, Lake Fenwick Water. Barnier reported that on February 25th, the Utilities Committee met with a majority of the property owners involved in the proposed Lake Fenwick Water LID, which was favorably received. It was explained that a late-comers agreement could not be used . Sherwood noted that the owners asked about the City paying for oversizing the main to 1011 , at a cost of approximately $4000 . - Street explained that at this time, the City was not in a position to participate in the project. Upon Street ' s recommendation, CLEMENTS MOVED to .inform the property owners that the proposed project would be paid for on a 100% LID basis, Barnier seconded. Lee noted that a specific answer must be given to participants. Barnier agreed and stated that he was of the opinion that it was not the city's policy to pay for oversizing. It was determined that such a policy was not in writing, and adoption of a written policy would be considered at a workshop session. Motion carried. FINANCE LID 260 Bonds . The City Attorney introduced Ordinance 1707, providing for the sale of LID 260 bonds to McLean & Co. , Ihc. MASTERS MOVED for passage of the ordinance , Martell seconded, motion carried. LID Segregation. A request has been received from the Sanwick Corporation for segregation of assessments in ULID #1 , LID 252 and LID 258 . BARNIER MOVED that upon receipt of proper application from the Sanwick Corporation, for the City Treasurer and City Engineer ,to segregate the assessments after receipt of the necessary fees as determined by law, together with a signed statement from the applicants agreeing to pay for the engineering time involved in making such segreg- tions, Masters seconded, motion carried. BIDS Communications System - New City Hall. Bids were received for a Communications System for the new City Hall . This matter was held over until the Police Chief reviews the bids and makes a recommendation. Street noted that because of the time element involved , a special meeting of the Council may be scheduled to award the bid. BIDS Car - Fire Dept. The following bids were received for a car for the Fire Department: Southgate Ford $2 , 999 .00 + tax Strain ' s 3 ,019 .15 + tax Tom Matson 3 , 027.50 + tax Bowen Scarff Ford 3 ,089 .00 + tax Street noted that the bid of Southgate Ford does not meet specifications, and recommended that Strain 's bid be accepted. LEE SO MOVED, Masters seconded, motion carried. Respirator Air Compressor & Purification System and Catch Basin Cleaner (Eductor) . Bids were received for the following items for the Sewer Department: 1 . Respirator Air Compressor & Purification System 2. Catch Basin Cleaner (Eductor) It was noted that the Sewer Superintendent is reviewing these bids and will report at the meeting Of March 15 , 1971 LID 265 , Pacific Highway S . Street reported that award of the bids received on February 26th for LID 265 will be held until after the final hearing. MARTELL MOVED for the final hearing on LID 265 , Improvement of Pacific Highway S . be held at 7:00 p.m. , April 5th, Elliott seconded, motion carried . PARKS & The City Attorney introduced Resolution 690 , authorizing RECREATION application for matching funds from the Interagency Committee and Bureau of Outdoor Recreation for develop- ment of the Glenn Nelson Park . LEE MOVED for adoption of the resolution, Masters seconded. Under discussion, Mr. Street noted that the City Treasurer verified that there was $333, 873.59 of Forward Thrust funds on hand which could be used for park development. Financing for this project was described as: City of Kent (Forward Thrust) $25 , 000 Interagency $25 ,000 Bureau of Outdoor Recreation $50,000 Martell requested that copies of the Park Board and Library Board minutes be sent to the Councilmen. Elliott requested that the Park Department Plan be available for review at the next workshop session. Motion carried.. PLANNING A letter from Fred Frazier was read, submitting his COMMISSION resignation from the Planning Commission due to ill health. CLEMENTS MOVED to accept the letter, Masters seconded, motion carried. It was noted that a token of appreciation will be presented to Mr. Frazier at the March 15th meeting. A letter was read from Gordon Hall tendering his resigna- tion from the Planning Commission. CLEMENTS MOVED to accept the letter, Elliott seconded , motion carried. VALLEY The City Attorney introduced Resolution 688, appointing REGIONAL the City Treasurer as Trustee for the Valley Regional PLANNING Planning Commission. LEE MOVED for adoption of the COMMISSION resolution, Barnier seconded, motion carried. FRANCHISE A letter from TelePrompter Corporation was read advising that they have acquiared several subsidiaries of Reeves Telecom Corporation, including Valley Cablevision, and noting that there has been no transfer of franchise by the City of Kent. MARTELL MOVED to refer the matter to the City Attorney for determination regarding the transfer of franchise, Barnier seconde�, motion carried . BEAUTIFICATION The City Attorney introduced Resolution 689, adopting the Official Tree Planting List for the City. ELLIOTT MOVED for adoption of the resolution, Masters seconded, motion carried. BUILDING & The City Attorney introduced Ordinance 1709, PLUMBING CODES adopting the Uniform Building Code, Volumes 1, 2, 3 and 4. ELLIOTT MOVED for passage of the ordinance, Masters seconded, motion carried. It was noted that action on adoption of the Uniform Plumbin g Code would be delayed until the next meeting. HOUSING CODE It was noted that in order to implement the Housing Code, it is necessary to .create a Housing Abatement Revolving Fund . The City Attorney introduced Ordinance 1710 , transferring $5 ,000 from Account #519-700 , Reimbursables to Housing Abatement Revolving Fund. LEE MOVED for passage of the ordinance, Elliott seconded. It was further noted that this fund would be used to pay for demolition or other similar activities which would be repaid by the property owners . Motion carried. TOPICS The City Attorney introduced Resolution 691, adopting the TOPICS report as a policy of the City and directing the City Administrator to implement this program within the present and future city budgets, and to present a program of priorities for adoption. MARTELL MOVED for adoption of the resolution, Barnier seconded, motion carried . UNION LEE MOVED to authorize Mayor Hogan to sign the contract with Teamster's Local #910 for 1971, Barnier seconded, motion carried . OPEN SPACE A letter from the Department of Revenue was read, TAXATION ACT enclosing copies of the Open Space Taxation Agree- ment forms. It was noted that applications for Open Space Classifications would be processed by the Planning Department. MARTELL MOVED to refer the matter to the City Attorney to report back regarding regulations to be adopted, Barnier seconded, motion carried. LEGISLATION A letter was read from Bill Reams of the King County Council, calling attention to Senate Bill No. 823 which would allow the City of Seattle to operate buses 15 miles outside it ' s city limits. Mayor Hogan noted that Metro is supporting legis- lation in favor of county-wide transportation. ANNEXATION Street reported that the Boundary Review Board has set up a formal hearing on the Des Moines Annexation for April 15th, and will report back. CENSUS A letter was read from John R. Walker of the State Population & Enrollment Division, certifying Kent 's population as 17, 618 for use in the alloca- tion of state monies to Kent during the calendar year 1971 . ZONING Bay Construction. The City Attorney introduced Ordinance 1708, approving the Bay Construction rezone from R-1 to R-3 . ELLIOTT MOVED for passage of the ordinance, Masters seconded, moticn carried . HISTORICAL A letter was read from the Washington State Parks SOCIETY & Recreation Commission noting that the site of the Carnation Milk Factory in Kent is being con- sidered for placement on the National Register of Historic Places . INVITATION A letter was read from the Renton City Council, inviting Kent officials to attend a presentation on data processing on Wednesday, March 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the Renton City Chambers. PROCLAMATION Sister City Program. Mayor Hogan proclaimed the week of March 13 through March 20 as Kent-Kaibara Affiliation Week. FINANCE MARTELL MOVED that the bills received on or before March 5 , and approved by the Finance Committee, be paid , Lee seconded , motion carried. MEETING ADJOURNED: 8 :45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Isabel Hogan Marie Jense Mayor City Clerk CITY CLERK