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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Meeting - Council - Minutes - 09/05/2006 \S:vr • Kent City Council Meeting KENT September 5, 2006 W A HI N GT ON A regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7.00 p in by Mayor Cooke. Councilmembers present: Clark, Harmon, O'Brien, Ranmger, Raplee, Thomas and Watson. (CFN-198) CHANGES TO AGENDA A From Council, Administration, or Staff. (CFN-198) No changes to the agenda were made by the staff B. From the Public. (CFN-198) Upon a question from Kathryn Sheldon regarding whether the commercial vehicles parked in neighborhoods would be allowed to store hazardous materials, Community Development Director Satterstrom emphasized that there are strict regulations about storage of such materials in residential areas. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS A. Swearing In of Police Chief. (CFN-122) The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Police Chief Steve Strachan Mayor Cooke read the Canon of Ethics and presented him with his badge. Chief Strachan expressed his pride and gratitude in becoming a member of the Kent team. B. Public Recognition. (CFN-198) Becky Hanks of the Kent School District thanked the City staff who assisted in delivering school supplies and helping out in other ways as the new school year began. C. Community Events. (CFN-198) Mayor Cooke announced the Spotlight Series Kick-Off events and the Kent Historical Society Dinner and Auction D. Employee of the Month. (CFN-147) Mayor Cooke announced that Barbara Haney of the Finance Department has been chosen as Employee of the Month. Finance Director Nachlinger outlined some of Ms. Haney's attributes and accomplishments, and she was awarded the Employee of the Month plaque. E. Neighborhood Program Presentation. (CFN-1304) Michelle Witham, Neighborhood Program Manager, outlined the Neighborhood Program, including the background, strategies, boundaries, funding, marketing and outreach aspects. F. Sister City Honors and Awards Presentation. (CFN-155) Joanne Schaut, International Sister Cities Program Coordinator, and Tony Anderson, President of the Pierce/Tacoma Sister City Commission, presented awards of various types to citizens who have worked diligently on the Sister City Program It was noted that the Sister Cities International Conference will be held at the Senior Center in Kent on September 23`d G. Introduction of Appointee. (CFN-122) Mayor Cooke introduced Gina Beretta, her appointee to the Drinking Driver Task Force Beretta explained that her interest, background and experience is in traffic safety. 1 Kent City Council Minutes September 5, 2006 PUBLIC HEARINGS A LID 359— 116t' Avenue SE Street and Utility Improvements, Kent-Kan2lev Road to SE 2561h, Formation. (CFN-1300) This date has been set to take public testimony regarding formation of Local Improvement District 359, which provides for the issuance and sale of LID warrants and orders construction of various improvements related to the widening of 1161h Avenue SE between Kent Kangley Road and SE 256'h Street, on the condition that a portion of the cost is funded through special assessments derived from the LID Design Engineering Manager LaPorte outlined the project and funding. The following citizens spoke in favor of formation of the LID, citing the need for improvements, the improved health benefits, and potential uses- George Allen Basmajian, 10903 Valley Avenue East, Puyallup Julius C. Vitale, 10512 226th Avenue E , Buckley Jim Akehurst, 38036 43Td Avenue S , Auburn Michael Favors, 26026 116`11 Avenue SE, Kent Karnail Johal, 17818 NE 1161h Street, Redmond Don Iverson, 26031 1161h Avenue, Kent Kulwant Sandu, 26041 1161h Avenue SE, Kent Mike Duma, 26016 116"' Avenue SE, Kent Mary Favors, 26026 1161h Avenue SE, Kent Speakers opposed to formation of the LID, due to the cost and the fact that one of the properties will not be benefited, were David Konen, 11704 Kent-Kangley Road, Kent Jim McCloskey, 26034 116"' Avenue SE, Kent Dudley Myers, 25906 116th Avenue SE, Kent Tom Sharp, P O. Box 918, Maple Valley Mike Hams, 6703 S. 2341h #203, Kent Russell Everly, speaking for Nonna Yonce, 11624 SE Kent-Kangley There were no further comments from the audience and HARMON MOVED to close the public hearing. Ranmger seconded and the motion carried. LaPorte responded to questions regarding the historyof the project and contact with the property p P Y owners, Mr Myers' retention pond, appraisals, sewer service, no-protest covenants, development, wetlands, low-income programs, relocations, and boundaries. RAPLEE MOVED to make Connie and Jeff Hurley's letter a part of the record. Clark seconded and the motion carried CLARK MOVED to make a letter from Richard Staples a part of the record Harmon seconded and the motion carried RAPLEE MOVED to adopt Ordinance No. 3808 authorizing the formation of Local Improvement District No. 359,providing for the issuance of LID warrants or bonds, and ordering construction of the referenced roadway, sanitary sewer, and water main improvements and the construction of a storm water detention pond Harmon seconded and the motion carried. 2 Kent City Council Minutes September 5, 2006 CONSENT CALENDAR A. Minutes of Previous Meeting. (CFN-198) RANNINGER MOVED to approve Consent Calendar Items A through M Clark seconded and the motion carried. B Approval of Bills. (CFN-104) Numbers were not available for approval. C. Crime Victim/Witness Coordinator. (CFN-234) Creation of a new regular full-time Victim Coordinator and Advocate position within the City Attorney's Office was authorized. D. 2006 Computer Replacement Plan. (CFN-1155) The Mayor was authorized to sign all documents necessary to purchase replacement computers, monitors, and vendor services. E. Historic Preservation Ordinance. (CFN-822) Ordinance No. 3809, which amends the Kent City Code to add a new chapter relating to historic preservation was adopted. This ordinance provides the mechanism for the City to enter into an interlocal agreement with King County for landmark designation and protection services. This ordinance adopts King County's regulations regarding designation entena, nomination process, and other regulations for landmarks. King County's Landmarks &Heritage Commission is designated to act as the Landmarks Commission for the City with the addition of one Commission member to be appointed by the City. F. Nonconforming Lots, Zoning Code Amendment. (CFN-131) The Planning &Economic Development Committee recommendation to maintain the existing code language of KCC 15 08 100(E) concerning nonconforming lots was approved G. Ordinance Amending Fire Code. (CFN-205) Ordinance No 3810, which amends various provisions of Ch 13.01 of the Kent City Code pertaining to the adoption of the International Fire Code was adopted. The changes consist of housekeeping amendments, amendments to streamline the code, and amendments to address development needs. H Muth Property Statutory Warranty Deed and Temporary Construction Easement Agreement. (CFN-1038) The Mayor was authorized to accept the Statutory Warranty Deed for the Muth property, pending acceptance of the language therein by the Public Works Director and the City Attorney. I. Condemnation Ordinances for S. 228th and 277th Street Corridor Extension Projects (CFN-1300&113) Ordinance Nos 3811 and 3812, which amend condemnation Ordinance Nos. 3767 and 3768 for the 277t' Street corridor and S 2281" St projects to correct inconsis- tencies contained in the summary statements for those ordinances and to clarify the scope of the projects for which condemnation is necessary, were adopted. J. Appointment to Drinking Driver Task Force. (CFN-122) The Mayor's appointment of Ms. Gina Beretta to serve as a member of the Kent Drinking Driver Task Force was confirmed. K. Commercial Motor Vehicles in Residential Zones, Zoning Code Amendment Ordinance. (CFN-131) Ordinance No 3813, which amends Kent City Code Chapters 15.02 3 Kent City Council Minutes September 5, 2006 and 15 08 relating to commercial motor vehicles in residential zones, was adopted This ordinance prohibits parking of commercial vehicles in residential zones unless making deliveries. L. 2007 Annual Budget—Set Hearing Date. (CFN-186) September 19, 2006, was set as the first public hearing on the 2007 Budget. M. 2007-2012 Capital Improvement Plan—Set Hearing Date. (CFN-775) September 19, 2006, was set as the first public hearing on the 2007-2012 Capital Improvement Plan. OTHER BUSINESS A. Westview Malik Rezone. (CFN-121) The proposed ordinance rezones three parcels totaling 3 92 acres of property from Single-Family Residential 4 5 units per acre to Single- Family Residential 8 units per acre. Chris Hankins of Community Development gave a brief presentation on the issue and answered questions from Council members about connectivity, and about comments from the public regarding impacts to pedestrian safety, environment, traffic, drainage/flooding, views and schools, access, and parking. The City Attorney determined that there have been no ex parte contacts by Council members. It was noted that Councilmember Watson is in the process of moving into the area. HARMON MOVED to accept the Findings, Conclusions and Recommendations of the Hearing Examiner on the Westview Malik 11 and to adopt Ordinance No 3814. Raplee seconded In regard to the public comment period associated with the Notice of Application, Harmon said that Mr Malik, through the City staff, will be able to resolve the private issues which arose out of this application. Upon a roll call vote, the motion carried 5-1 with Clark opposed and Watson abstaining. B. Kent Event Center Update. (CFN-1305) CAO Hodgson noted that one of the elements of the CounciI's Strategic Plan is to create a unique urban center and to look at the possibility of an event center. He said the Seattle Thunderbirds would be the anchor tenant, and that a committee comprised of citizens has been formed He said the site being proposed is the Commons Playfield and that space has been identified to move all the ball fields to school district lands. He noted that a feasibility study to include a market study, a financial feasibility study, and an economic impact study was commissioned. Hodgson explained that a project management team has been hired, that the Environmental Impact Statement process has begun, that an RFQ for an architectural firm to design the facility has been announced, and that committee members and staff have visited the Everett Event and Conference Center Jim Bailey of Brailsford and Dunlavey explained the research they've done including Kent's location and demographics, and the types of events which could be held in the facility He discussed finances, including the Thunderbirds' revenue stream, naming rights for the building, premium seating, advertising, concessions, operating costs, payroll, repairs, maintenance, and so forth, and said in the first year a net profit of just under $6,000,000 could be expected. 4 Kent City Council Minutes September 5,2006 Hodgson then stated that whether the final cost matches the feasibility study is still not known. Mike Miller of the Citizen's Task Force explained that they have reviewed periodic reports from Brailsford & Dunlavey and the project management consultant, met with City officials, had discussions with the principals of the Seattle Thunderbirds, and toured the Everett Event Center. He said the Citizens Committee recommends continuation of the analysis of building the Kent Civic Center and commitment of the necessary funds for project management, the EIS study, architectural drawings and projects cost analysis and the selection of a management group to run the Event Center, assuming the final project is approved; and continuation of committee activities through the final decision to proceed to continue to provide community input for the prof ect. Brad Tong of SO7, the project management firm, presented a timeline and noted at which points a go/no-go decision could be made. He estimated that construction would start in the spring of 2007 and that the opening would be in October 2008. Hodgson outlined the next steps as follows• analyze financial feasibility data, continue EIS process, public outreach (open house), hire architectural firm, determine funding need to the end of the year, and determine cost to construct the facility. He reiterated that the hard cost to build the facility is approximately$35,000,000 and said the soft costs are yet to be determined. C. LID 361, S. 272/277 Corridor Improvements. (CFN-1302) After formation of Local Improvement District No 351 and confirmation of its Final Assessment Roll, the City learned some properties were inadvertently omitted from the LID. State law allows Council to assess omitted properties based on the special benefits each property received as a result of the public improvements. The process for creating a supplemental assessment roll is to hold a combined hearing on the formation and the proposed assessment roll. The Public Works Committee will sit as a Board of Equalization to conduct the formation and assessment roll hearing At the hearing, those who wish to object to the supplemental assessment roll or the amount of the assessment can appear and present their objections. The proposed resolution sets the hearing for October 2, 2006, at 6.00 p in. LaPorte gave a history of LIDs and the use of Environmental Mitigation Agreements over the years He explained that there are 123 property owners in LID 361, that 7 property owners attended a meeting on November 4, 2004, that all properties have Environmental Mitigation Agreements, and that no protests have been received. RAPLEE MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 1733 setting October 2, 2006, as the hearing date on the proposed formation and proposed assessment roll for Local Improvement District No 361. Harmon seconded. Ranniger expressed concern about the process, in that the developers who agreed to the Environmental Mitigation Agreements are not the property owners who will be impacted and assessed. The motion then carried with Ranmger opposed. REPORTS Mayor's Report. (CFN-198) The Mayor thanked staff and residents who responded to the websrte regarding the residential code She added that the City is considered Storm Ready and that there will be a statewide earthquake and tsunami drill on September 13 5 Kent City Council Minutes September 5, 2006 Operations Committee. (CFN-198) Clark noted the Suburban Cities quarterly dinner on September 20, and the Puget Sound Regional Council general assembly on September 20 in Seattle Planning and Economic Development Committee. (CFN-198) Harmon noted that the next meeting will be on Monday, September 18, at 4.00 p in. Public Safety Committee. (CFN-198) Harmon noted that the next meeting will be on Tuesday, September 12, at 5:00 p.m Public Works Committee. (CFN-198) Raplee noted that there will be a special meeting on Monday, September 11, and that the Rock Creek Bridge Weight Limit and the date of the meeting with North Park residents on the Event Center will be on the agenda Administration. (CFN198) CAO Hodgson reminded Councilmembers of a 20 minute executive session regarding pending litigation and property acquisition, with no action following. EXECUTIVE SESSION The meeting recessed into Executive Session at 10.30 p.m. and reconvened at 11:00. ADJOURNMENT At 11:00 p in., WATSON MOVED to adjourn. Thomas seconded and the motion carried. 'Brenda Jacober, CMC City Clerk 6