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KEN T February 6, 2007
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The regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7 00 p.m. by Mayor Cooke.
Councilmembers present- Albertson, Clark, Harmon, O'Brien, Ranniger, Raplee, and Thomas.
(CFN-198)
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A Public Recognition. (CFN-198) Mayor Cooke congratulated CAO John Hodgson on being
named Government Employee of the Year by the Kent Chamber of Commerce.
B. Community Events. (CFN-198) CAO Hodgson announced a Transportation Forum relating
to traffic and parking at the Events Center, which will be held from 10:00 a.m. to noon Saturday,
February 10th, at the Resource Center, 315 E Meeker Council President Ranniger announced
upcoming Spotlight Series events and Kent Kids Arts Day. Met Roberts of the Bicycle Advisory
Board announced rides to be held on February 17 and 18, and on March 3 and 4.
C. Arts Commission Funding Recipients. (CFN-839) Ronda Billerbeck announced that the
Columbia Choirs Association, Institute for Community Leadership, Kent Adaptive Recreation,
Kent Senior Activities Center and Rainier Chorale have received grants from the Arts
Commission. Mayor Cooke presented each with a Certificate of Appreciation.
D. Washington State Public Works Board Award. (CFN-155) Kelly Snyder, Executive
Director of the Washington State Public Works Board, explained that all 36 of their original loans
have been paid off, and that the City of Kent has paid off their loan She presented the award to
Mayor Cooke. Public Works Director Larry Blanchard expressed his appreciation
E. Historical Society Director. (CFN-1087) Outgoing Director John Mergens introduced Linda
Van Nest, the new Director of the Historical Society Van Nest invited everyone to visit the
museum.
F. Employee of the Month. (CFN-147) Transportation Engineering Manager Steve Mullen
announced that John Rostad has been chosen as the Employee of the Month of February and
complimented Rostad on his many attributes.
G. Police Officer Swearing In. (CFN-122) Police Chief Strachan introduced Police Officers
Scott McQuilkm and Rex Miller, who were then sworn in by the Mayor.
I. Public Safety Report. (CFN-122) Police Chief Strachan updated the Council on events
which have taken place in the department over the past month, including retirements and
promotions. He also responded to an accusation of corruption which was made at the December
Council meeting.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A Single Familv Residential Moratorium. (CFN-121) On December 12, 2006, the City
Council passed Resolution No 1746 imposing a moratorium on filing rezone or other related land
use applications which would require the granting of a rezone to effectuate all or part of the
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application being filed for real property with single-family residential zoning and/or single-family
residential comprehensive plan map designations that are not of equal density or otherwise do not
match. Community Development Director Satterstrom explained that a decision must now be
made whether to continue or terminate that moratorium, and urged the Council to continue it to
allow time for completion of a zoning study.
Satterstrom clarified for Ranniger that hearings on the discrepancy between the zoning and the
Comprehensive Plan will be held before the Land Use and Planning Board and that all affected
property owners and property owners within a specific radius will be notified of the hearings. He
added that the Board will then make a recommendation to the Council.
Mayor Cooke opened the public hearing Chet Ekstrand, 26600 137th Avenue SE, spoke in favor
of sustaining the moratorium due to concerns regarding harm to the environment. Hans Fnewald,
11824 SE 2701h Street, expressed concern about pollution and Brian McDonough, 26441 137`h
Avenue SE, said a moratorium makes sense. Paul Morford, P.O. Box 6345, Kent, voiced
opposition to the moratorium, stated that development provides protection to the lake, and urged
the Council to study the issue in depth. Ted Nixon, 911 E Temperance, also spoke against the
moratorium because it puts people like carpenters and developers out of work.
There were no further comments from the audience and RANNIGER MOVED to close the public
hearing. Clark seconded and the motion carried THOMAS MOVED to make the letter from
Mr. Eklund and the articles from Mr Fnewald a part of the public record. Clark seconded and the
motion carried.
HARMON MOVED to adopt Resolution No. 1748 adopting Findings of Fact and continuing the
moratorium established pursuant to Resolution No. 1746 on filing rezone or other related land use
applications that would require the granting of a rezone to effectuate all or part of the applica-tion
being filed for real property with single-family residential zoning and/or single-family residential
comprehensive plan map designations that are not of equal density or otherwise do not match.
Albertson seconded.
Harmon explained that it is not possible to complete the zoning study without continuing the
moratorium. Clark agreed. O'Brien spoke in favor of tennmatmg the moratorium and leaving the
Comprehensive Plan as it is. Ranniger urged staff to do water quality analyses of the lake.
Albertson, Raplee and Thomas all spoke in support of the motion, Harmon called for the question,
and the motion to continue the moratorium carried 6-1 with O'Brien opposed.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RANNIGER MOVED to approve Consent Calendar Items A through V. Harmon seconded and
the motion carried
A. _Approval of Meeting. (CFN-198) The minutes of the regular Council meeting of January 16,
2007, were approved
B. Approval of Bills. (CFN-104) Payment of the bills received through November 30 and paid
on November 30, 2006 after auditing by the Operations Committee on December 5, 2006 were
approved.
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Approval of checks issued for vouchers:
Date Check Numbers Amount
11/30/06 Wire Transfers 2645-2661 $1,402,070.66
11/30/06 PrePays &Regular 601702-602378 4,365,141 49
Use Tax Payable 2,45433
$5,769,666.48
Payment of the bills received through December 15 and aid on December 15, 2006 after auditing
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by the Operations Committee on January 16, 2007 were approved.
Approval of checks issued for vouchers:
Date Check Numbers Amount
12/15/06 Wire Transfers 2662-2679 $1,827,094.56
12/15/06 PrePays & Regular 602379-602956 3,108,518.71
Use Tax Payable 2,100.58
$4,937,713 85
Payment of the bills received through December 31 and paid on December 31, 2006 after auditing
by the Operations Committee on January 16, 2007 were approved.
Approval of checks issued for vouchers:
Date Check Numbers Amount
12/31/06 Wire Transfers 2680-2694 $1,330,396 68
12/31/06 PrePays & Regular 602957-603425 3,742,553 27
Use Tax Payable 888.08
$5,073,838.03
Checks issued for payroll for November 16 through November 30 and paid on December 5, 2006
were approved.
Date Check Numbers Amount
12/5/06 Checks 294620-294862 $ 237,520.90
12/5/06 Advices 205519-206211 1,656,007 70
Total Regular Payroll $1,893,529.60
Checks issued for payroll for December 1 through December 15 and paid on December 20, 2006
were approved-
Date Check Numbers Amount
12/13/06 Void Check 294318 -$509.39
12/13/06 Interim Check 294863 50939
12/20/06 Checks 294864-295097 188,805.75
12/20/06 Advices 206212-206907 $1,289,087.66
Total Regular Payroll $1,477,893.41
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Checks issued for payroll for December 16 through December 31 and paid on January 5, 2007
were approved:
Date Check Numbers Amount
1/5/06 Check 295098-295342 $216,311.83
1/5/06 Advices 206908-207601 1,294,355.98
Total Regular Payroll $1,510,667.81
C. Mulder Final Plat. (CFN-1272) The final plat mylar for Mulder was approved and the
Mayor was authorized to sign the mylar Harry Singh proposes to subdivide approximately 4.77
acres into 26 single-family residential lots The property is located at 26009 124`h Avenue SE
D. Parkview Final Plat. (CFN-155) The final plat mylar for Park View was approved and the
Mayor was authorized to sign the mylar Harbour Homes proposes to subdivide approximately
9.42 acres into 44 single-family residential lots. The property is located at the NW corner of SE
288th and 144`h Avenue SE.
E. Hi 1 Estates Final Plat. FN-1272 The final plat mylar for Highland Estates South
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was approved and the Mayor was authorized to sign the mylar. Meridian Highlands, LLC.,
proposes to subdivide approximately 5.28 acres into 25 single-family residential lots. The
property is located at 26203 124th Avenue SE.
F. Department of Social & Health Services Client Service Contract for Safe Heavens
Services. (CFN-118) The Department of Social &Health Services grant of 532,664 to fund Safe
Havens services was accepted, the expenditure of funds in the Safe Havens budget was authorized,
and the Mayor was authorized to enter into an agreement with the State of Washington. The funds
will be used to provide services to low income families at the Safe Havens Visitation and
Exchange Center and for personnel costs to operate the program
G. Department of Social& Health Services Agreement for Safe Havens Center. (CFN-118)
The Department of Social &Health Services grant of$50,000 to fund the Safe Havens Center was
accepted, the expenditure of funds in the Safe Havens budget was authorized, and the Mayor was
authorized to enter into an agreement with the State of Washington The funds will be used to
provide services to low income families at the Safe Havens Visitation and Exchange Center and
for personnel costs to operate the facility
H. 2007 City Art Plan and 2007-2011 Five Year Art Plan. (CFN-118) The 2007 City Art Plan
and the 2007-2011 Five Year Art Plan was approved.
L Riverview Park Master Plan. (CFN-118) The master plan for Riverview Park was
approved.
J. 2006 Fourth Ouarter Fee-In-Lieu Funds. (CFN-118) $83,631 in development fees for the
fourth quarter of 2006 was accepted, and the expenditure of funds in the 272nd Street Park,
Turnkey Park, West Fenwick Park, Master Plan, and Service Club Park budgets were authorized.
K. Eagle Scout Program Donations. (CFN-104) A $373 donation from Dallin Connell was
accepted and the expenditure of funds in the Eagle Scout Projects budget was authorized. Dallin
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Connell, Troop 4414, chose to complete 200' of a gravel, accessible trail in Clark Lake Park as his
Eagle Scout project. He secured S373 in donated cash from local businesses, family and friends,
discounts for equipment rental and material, donations of food for the 55 volunteers Dallin led
other Scouts and completed his project to November providing 372.75 volunteers hours with a
value to the City of$4,473.
L. Kent Downtown Partnership Donation. (CFN-104) An $800 donation from the Kent
Downtown Partnership was accepted and the expenditure of funds in the Greenhouse budget was
authorized The donation goes toward the cost of purchasing hanging flower baskets and liners for
the 2006 season
M. East Valley Highwav, S. 224th to S. 212th Pedestrian and Bicvcle Safety Grant.
(CFN-164) The Washington State Department of Transportations 2006 Pedestrian and Bicycle
Safety grant in the amount of$128,000 was accepted, a budget for the funds was authorized, staff
was directed to spend the money accordingly and the Mayor was authorized to sign all necessary
documents
N. Military Road and S. 268th Street Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Grant (CFN-164) The
Washington State Department of Transportations 2006 Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety grant in the
amount of$87,000 was accepted, a budget for the funds was authorized, staff was directed to
spend the money accordingly and the Mayor was authorized to sign all necessary documents.
O. SE 248th Street to 101st Place Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Grant (CFN-164) The
Washington State Department of Transportations 2006 Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety grant in the
amount of$75,000 was accepted, a budget for the funds was authorized, staff was directed to
spend the money accordingly and the Mayor was authorized to sign all necessary documents.
P. Anchor Environmental Contract for Lake Meridian Outlet Proiect. (CFN-1038) The
Mayor was authorized to sign the Anchor Environmental, LLC, Agreement for the Lake Meridian
Outlet Project in the amount of$45,608 upon concurrence of the language therein by the City
Attorney and the Public Works Director
Q. Mill Creek Culvert at Chandlers Bay Apartments. (CFN-1038) The Mill Creek Culvert
at Chandlers Bay Apartments was accepted as complete and release of retainage to Taggart
Construction Inc upon receipt of standard releases from the state and release of any hens was
authorized
R. Homeland Security Sub-Grant Agreement. (CFN-122) The Mayor was authorized to sign
the Homeland Security Sub-grant Agreement between the City and King County Office of
Emergency Management The reimbursable sub-grant, not to exceed $28,000, is to conduct a
Planning Section Training class for all King County Zone 3 agencies This will enable all
agencies, within Zone 3, to become compliant with Homeland Security Presidential Directive—5.
S. Agreement with City of Covington for Fire Marshal Services. (CFN-122) The Mayor was
authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Covington for Kent to provide Fire
Marshal services, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable by the City Attorney.
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T. Battalion Chief Position in Fire Prevention. (CFN-122) Amendment of the 2007 budget to
create a new regular full-time Battalion Chief position within Fire Prevention was approved. The
position is to be funded through the revenue generated by various Interlocal Agreements
U. S. 228th Green River Bridge. (CFN-1269) The S. 228th Green River Bridge was accepted
as complete and release of retamage to Mowat Construction Inc upon receipt of standard releases
from the state and release of any hens was authorized.
V. Kent Aquatic and Community Center Programming and Conceptual Design Agreement.
(CFN-118) The Mayor was authorized to enter into an agreement in the amount of$113,000 with
Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture for programming and conceptual design of the proposed Kent
Aquatic and Community Center, upon review by the City Attorney.
OTHER BUSINESS
A. Residential Development Standards. (CFN-131) The Planning and Economic Development
Committee has recommended amendments to provide for recreation areas within subdivisions,
increased requirements for tree preservation and landscaping,increased side and rear setbacks,
attached units within single family residential areas, diminished garage doors and design features.
At the same time, the recommendation reduces minimum lot size to 3,000 square feet in the
SR-4 5, SR-6 and SR-8 zoning districts.
Matt Gilbert of Community Development explained that robust public input has indicated concern
about the aesthetics of homes, the desire to see homes spread apart, the monotony of current stock,
and the desire for more open space within neighborhoods He said staff developed a range of
regulatory options based on that input and outlined the amendments to those recommendations
which are before the Council tonight. He emphasized that this proposal affects new development
and is not targeted at existing lots.
John Norris, Norris Homes, 2053 Faben Drive, Mercer Island, spoke in opposition to diminished
garages, said the recommendations add to the cost of the house, and said no one uses the
neighborhood parks
Don Leabo, Green Ridge Development, 3403 260`h Avenue NE, Redmond, said if the changes go
through, he will not be able to do business in Kent due to high lot prices.
Hans Friewald opined that developers cause the price of lots to go up.
Evan Johnsen,Westcott Homes, 19515 North Creek Parkway, Suite 100, Bothell, agreed that the
changes will make housing less affordable.
Terry Dreblow, 512 N. Jason Avenue, expressed favor for residential redevelopment but concerns
about the 3,000 sq ft., density increases and verbiage which protects potential loopholes that may
be perceived in the ordinance from existing planning. He pointed out that people don't like homes
close together and large homes on small lots.
Harry Schneider, Schneider Homes, 6510 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, said the new standards
will hinder affordability because making houses appealing costs money. He asked the Council to
consider reducing the percentage of diminished garages required
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Sharon Bersaus, 436 Jason Avenue North, spoke in support of the standards and urged the Council
to pass them.
Paul Morford, P O. Box 6345, Kent, voiced concern about the cost of housing and the affect of
that on young people.
Hans Korve, 726 Auburn Way North, Auburn, distributed copies of 2006 price changes for
existing and new home sale prices. He urged the Council to put this off for six months to allow
time for an economic analysis.
Todd Curry, 26815 Military Road South, Kent, asked the Council not to pass any design standards
of an aesthetic nature due to the cost and the reduction of available land as a result of it, and to
review the standards.
John Kohler, 602 Prospect Avenue North, Kent, expressed concern about the new standards being
applied to lots in his area. It was clarified that existing lots would not be affected,but that if a
home on an existing lot which was large enough to be subdivided under the new standards were
torn down, the new standards would apply Kohler said he feels the standards should not apply to
his neighborhood since it is historic.
Stephanie Godby, 15515 Juanita Woodinville Way NE, Bothell, pointed out that every foot taken
off or added to setbacks or required for parks results in a loss of buildable land, which increases
the cost of the lots
Ted Nixon, 911 E. Temperance Street, said the standards would result in an administrative night-
mare, increase review time, and drive housing costs up, and would not make neighborhoods more
attractive
Tern Daly, 24323 135th Avenue, Kent, spoke in opposition to diminished garages, noting that
children need backyard space in which to play rather than playing in the street.
Nancy Streiffert, 10102 SE 2701h Place, spoke in favor of using native plants in landscaping and
restricting ivy in new developments.
Garrett Hoffman, Master Builders Association, 335 116th Avenue SE, Bellevue, said the homes
would not be affordable.
There were no further comments from the audience.
Upon a request from Councilmember Harmon, Gilbert reiterated that the recommendations made
by staff are the result of vigorous public input and that because of cost issues, flexibility was built
into the proposal in order to provide developers with options that reflect the public's concern He
added that the proposed requirements and flexibility exceed those used for Eagle Creek He also
addressed concerns regarding lot sizes, side yards, parks, variety and rounding up
O'Brien distributed copies of a Kent Development Code Cost Breakdown and said people would
not be able to afford a house in Kent.
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HARMON MOVED to approve the recommendation of the Planning and Economic Development
Committee regarding residential development standards and to direct the City Attorney to draft
the appropriate ordinance Clark seconded. After comments from Ranmger and Harmon,
RANNIGER offered a friendly amendment as follows: to reduce the diminished garage door
standards from the proposed 70% to 50%, to change the provision that allows 25% of the total
number of permitted dwelling units to be duplex townhouse structures to also include triplex
townhouse structures; and to direct staff to report to Council on the implementation and
effectiveness of these residential standards approximately one year from the effective date of this
ordinance Harmon and Clark accepted the amendment. O'Brien felt the amendment changes the
numbers again and suggested time to review it. Albertson spoke in support of the motion. Raplee
voiced concern about the safety of alleys, the size of yards, and the cost of homes and suggested
more time for review. Thomas expressed concern about cost and pointed out that the people who
attended the open forums are already home owners, not future buyers. Clark said the concerns of
the community must be met. Harmon called for the question and the motion passed 4-3 with
Albertson, Clark, Harmon, and Ranniger in favor and O'Brien, Raplee and Thomas opposed.
CLARK MOVED to make the documents presented during the discussion a part of the record.
Harmon seconded and the motion earned.
BIDS
A. Traffic Signal Cabinet Replacement. (CFN-171) The bid opening for this project was held
on January 23, 2007, with three bids received. The low bid was submitted by Cascade Signal
Corporation in the amount of$62,581 76. Public Works Director Blanchard noted that this is a
replacement program for signals over twenty years old and that it is in the downtown area.
RAPLEE MOVED to authorize the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Cascade Signal
Corporation for the Traffic Signal Cabinet Replacement project in the amount of$62,581.76.
Harmon seconded and the motion carried.
REPORTS
Council President. (CFN-198) No report was given.
Mayor's Report. (CFN-198) No report was given.
Operations Committee. (CFN-198) No report was given.
Parks and Human Services Committee. (CFN-198) No report was given.
Planning and Economic Development Committee. (CFN-198) Harmon noted that the Land
Use and Planning Board will meet at 7:00 p.m on February 26`h to discuss the mismatch zoning
code amendments. He also added that the February Planning and Economic Development
Committee meeting has been cancelled.
Public Safety Committee. (CFN-198) Thomas noted that the Committee will meet on Tuesday,
February 13 at 5:00 p in.
Public Works Committee. (CFN-198) No report was given.
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Administration. (CFN-1305) Hodgson advised the Council that the Legislature will be dealing
with two key bills specific to the formation of a Public Facilities District for the City of Kent He
explained that the bills would allow a portion of the state sales tax to be redirected to the Events
Center facility He also reminded the Council of an executive session of approximately twenty
minutes to discuss one item of pending litigation, with potential action after the regular meeting
reconvenes
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The meeting recessed to Executive Session at 9:50 p.m. and reconvened at 10:15 p.m.
ACTION AFTER THE EXECUTIVE SESSION
Pending Litigation. (CFN-198) The City Attorney noted that the Department of Ecology has
been attempting to develop permit language subject to the Federal Clean Water Act that would be
required against cities He explained the situation, the cost, and the fact that action must be
taken tonight CLARK MOVED to authorize the City Attorney to represent the City of Kent, in
cooperation with approximately twenty other affected cities, in an appeal and pending litigation on
the National Pollutant Discharge and Elimination System Phase lI Stonnwater Permit, to approve
a budget of up to $20,000 toward outside legal fees, and to authorize the Mayor to enter into an
interlocal agreement to join this litigation, subject to approval of final terms and conditions of the
agreement. Harmon seconded and the motion carried
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
Brenda Jacober, CMC
City Clerk
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