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KEN T Kent City Council Meeting
WASHINOTON April 6, 2004
The regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor White.
Councilmembers present: Clark, Harmon, Peterson, Ranniger, Raplee, Thomas and White.
(CFN-198)
CHANGES TO AGENDA
A. From Council. (CFN-198) At the request of Mayor White, Public Communications Items E
was added to the agenda and Consent Calendar Item M was removed from the agenda. Martin
announced that the Executive Session on pending litigation is no longer required. All agreed to
hold the Public Hearing after the Consent Calendar. There were no changes to the agenda from
the audience.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Kent Sister City Association/Sister Cities International 2004 Youth Art Competition
Presentation. (CFN-198) International Programs Coordinator JoAnne Schaut announced the
winners of the competition and School Superintendent Barbara Grohe and Mayor White presented
them with awards.
B. Introduction of Appointee. (CFN-198) Mayor White introduced Vickie Molzer,his re-
appointment to the Lodging Tax Advisory Board.
C. Arbor Day Proclamation. (CFN-155) The Mayor read a proclamation declaring April 7,
2004, as Arbor Day in the City of Kent,and presented it to Parks Director Hodgson.
D. Employee of the Month. (CFN-147) The Mayor announced that Amanda Faulkner, Public
Education Specialist in the Fire Department, has been chosen as Employee of the Month for April.
E. Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Proclamation. (CFN-122) Mayor White read a
proclamation declaring the week of April 11-17, 2004, as Public Safety Telecommunicators week,
and presented it to Valley Communications Assistant Director Mark Morgan.
CONSENT CALENDAR
PETERSON MOVED to approve Consent Calendar Items A through L, with the exclusion of
Item M. Clark seconded and the motion carried.
A. Approval of Minutes. (CFN-198) Approval of the minutes of the regular Council meeting of
March 16, 2004.
B. Approval of Bills. (CFN-104) Approval of payment of the bills received through
February 27 and paid on February 27 after auditing by the Operations Committee on March 16,
2004.
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Approval of checks issued for vouchers:
Date Check Numbers Amount
2/27/04 Wire Transfers 1631-1644 $1,081,296.19
2/27/04 Prepays & 559860 509,328.15
2/27/04 Regular 560174 1,378,585.99
$2,969,210.33
Approval of payment of the bills received through March 15 and paid on March 15 after auditing
by the Operations Committee on March 16, 2004.
Approval of checks issued for vouchers:
Date Check Numbers Amount
3/15/04 Wire Transfers 1645-1657 $1,308,950.54
3/15/04 Prepays & 560175 332,967.64
3/15/04 Regular 560882 893,378.55
$2,535,296.73
Approval of checks issued for payroll for February 1 through February 15 and paid on
February 20, 2004:
Date Check Numbers Amount
2/20/04 Checks 275346-275617 $ 200,198.80
2/20/04 Advices 160050-160708 1,179,030.62
$1,379,229.42
Approval of checks issued for payroll for February 16 through February 29 and paid on
March 5,2004:
Date Check Numbers Amount
3/5/04 Checks 275618-275904 $ 215,562.48
3/4/04 Interim Check 275905 120.05
3/5/04 Advices 160709-161366 1,168,137.24
$1,383,819.77
C. Lodging Tax Advisory Board Re-Auvointment. (CFN-1170) The re-appointment of Vickie
Molzer, General Manager of the Hawthorne Suites in Kent was confirmed.
D. Christopher Ridge Infrastructure Improvements Bill of Sale. (CFN-484) The Bill of Sale
for Christopher Ridge submitted by Scott Otey for continuous operation and maintenance of 368
feet of street improvements and 20 feet of storm sewer was accepted.
E. Industrial Air Systems Contract. (CFN-120) The Mayor was authorized to enter into an
agreement with Industrial Air Systems Inc. for the purchase and installation of the Plymovent
Vehicle Exhaust System at Fire Stations 71 and 74, in the amount of$80,000.00.
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F. Kine County Cultural Development Authority Grant. (CFN-118) The $3,400.00 grant
from King County Cultural Development Authority and authorize the expenditure of funds to
support the "Black to My Root's" Cultural presentation was accepted.
G. King County Community and Human Services/Disabilities Grant. (CFN-118) The
$14,000.00 Community and Human Services/Developmental Disabilities Grant from King County
was accepted and the expenditure of funds to support the "Access the Future" computer program
was authorized.
H. State of Washington Military Department.Hazardous Materials Emereency
Preparedness Grant Funds. (CFN-122) The grant from the State of Washington Military
Department, Department of Transportation in the amount of$3,000 was accepted and the Mayor
was authorized to sign the contract.
I. Purchase of One Replacement Fire Engine. (CFN-122) The Mayor was authorized to enter
into an agreement to purchase a replacement fire engine, subject to approval of the final terms and
conditions by the Fire Chief and the City Attorney.
J. Professional Services Agreement for Medical Examinations for Fire Department.
(CFN-122) The Mayor was authorized to sign Addendum B with HealthForce Partners, Inc.,
which will extend the current agreement until December 31, 2008 and will increase cost of
services by 100%of the CPI-W Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton annually.
K. Starwood Final Plat. (CFN-1272) The final plat mylar for Starwood Plat was approved and
the Mayor was authorized to sign the mylar. Starwood Enterprises proposes to subdivide
approximately 3.19 acres into13 single-family residential lots.
L. Meridian Ridge Division 2 Final Plat. (CFN-1272) The final plat mylar for Meridian Ridge,
Division 2 Plat was approved and the Mayor was authorized to sign the mylar. Schneider Homes
proposes to create 26 lots from former Tract B of Meridian Ridge, Division 1.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Impoundment Reservoir Comprehensive Plan and Initial Zoning Designations Second
Public Hearing. (CFN-745) The Land Use and Planning Board recommended approval of
comprehensive plan and initial zoning designations of Urban Separator/SR-1 for the impoundment
reservoir property.
Presentations and responses to issues which arose at the previous public hearing were presented by
the Community Development Department,the Public Works Department and the Deputy City
Attorney. Discussion included the history of the project,wetlands, the zoning process, the
legislative process, and recommendations, among other things. CLARK MOVED to make the
complete files for CPA-2003-2 and ENV-2003-26 Impoundment Reservoir a part of the record.
Harmon seconded and the motion carved. After a lengthy question and answer period between the
Council and staff,Mayor White opened the public hearing.
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The following citizens were opposed to the recommended zoning, citing impacts to wildlife,water
systems, and recreation, legality issues,processes used and other issues:
Phil Richards 29317 118'h Avenue SE Auburn
Duane Pederson 30008 11 Wh Avenue SE Auburn
Dianne Brooks 29218 118'h Avenue SE Auburn
Catherine Hunter 12045 SE 284' Street Kent
Kim Hunter 12045 SE 284' Street Kent
Luana Richards 29317 118`h Avenue SE Auburn
Tom Williams 28624 124"'Avenue SE Kent
Bruce Burns 28641 132°1 Avenue SE Kent
Al Hurt 29304 118`'Avenue SE Auburn
Laura White 11825 SE 288ih Street Kent
Ron Novak 29226 118'h Avenue SE Auburn
Tom Holz 6135 Meek Street NW Olympia
Jackie DiAgosto 28702 120`h Place SE Kent
Mary Williams 28624 124`h Avenue SE Kent
Michele McFadden P.O. Box 714 Wauna
Russ Jones 11018 SE 322°1 Street Auburn
Susan Sanders 29415 118`h Avenue SE Auburn
John McHugh 12014 SE 288`h Street Kent
Brian Derdowski 70 E. Sunset Way Issaquah
Bill Marsland 12129 SE 303`d Ct. Auburn
Noelle Rogerson 10637 SE 240 Street Kent
Duane Heier 29513 118d'Avenue SE Auburn
Jude Restis 12025 SE 280 Street Kent
Colin Lund of Triad Associates, representing Yarrow Bay, explained what Urban Separator entails
and spoke in favor of Alternative 8. Chris Wright, Soil and Wetland Scientist, 5711 NE 63rd
Street, Seattle, stated that although the site is large, it is not pristine, and said that under the law,
sensitive areas would be protected. Andy Kindig, 12501 Bel-Red Road, Bellevue, water quality
consultant, said the full range of density alternatives would not require any unusual level of
planning beyond those currently existing. Richard Wilson, 1221 fd Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle,
attorney representing Yarrow Bay Development, urged the Council to adopt Alternative 8. Brian
Ross, Yarrow Bay Development, agreed with the zoning on the north but not the south half.
Mike Newman,Associate Superintendent of Schools,Auburn School District, explained the
impact to the school district. Noel Gilbrough, 7359 23`d Avenue NW, Ballard, discussed soil and
storm water runoff.
PETERSON MOVED to close the public hearing. Clark seconded and the motion carved.
CLARK MOVED to make the materials received this evening part of the public record. White
seconded and the motion carried.
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CLARK MOVED to approve Alternative 7B as contained in the memorandum of William
Osborne dated January 15, 2004, for the Land Use and Planning Board, and direct the City
Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance. White seconded. After comments by the
Councilmembers,the motion carried 4-3 with Clark, Raplee, Thomas and White in favor, and
Harmon, Peterson and Ranniger opposed.
BIDS
A. LID 355 and 356 Sanitary Sewer Imnrovements/LID 357 Sanitary Sewer and Water
Imurovements. (CFN-1279,1280&1284) The bid opening for this project was held on March 25,
2004,with 13 bids received. The low bid was submitted by King Construction Co., Inc. in the
amount of$943,146.95. The Engineer's estimate was $1,127,372.55. WHITE MOVED that the
LID 355 & 356 Sanitary Sewer Improvements and LID 357 Sanitary Sewer&Water Main
Improvements contract be awarded to King Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of$943,146.95.
Clark seconded and the motion carried.
REPORTS
Council President. (CFN-198) Clark noted for Peterson that the Suburban Cities quarterly
dinner will be held in Tukwila and Council members should make plans through Administration.
ADJOURNMENT
At 11:00 p.m., WHITE MOVED to adjourn. Harmon seconded and the motion carried.
(CFN-198)
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Brenda Jacober, C
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