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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Meeting - Council - Minutes - 08/18/2009 40 *� Kent City Council Meeting KENT W A S H I N 6 T O N August 18, 2009 The regular meeting of the Kent City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Cooke. Councilmembers present: Albertson, Clark, Danielson, Harmon, Ranniger, Raplee, and Thomas. (CFN-198) CHANGES TO THE AGENDA A. From Council Administration Staff. (CFN-198) There were no changes. B. From the Public. (CFN-198) Continued Communications Item A was added at the request of an audience member. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS A. Public Recognition. (CFN-198) There were no items for public recognition. B. Community Events. (CFN-198) Ranniger noted that this Friday is the last Outdoor Theater Night movie, and that lifeguards will be on duty at Lake Meridian through September 7tn C. Introduction of Exchange Students from China. (CFN-155) Exchange students from Yangzhou, China, and from Kent, were introduced by parent and host David Watson. The 15- and 16-year-old students (two from China and two from Kent) each spoke about their experiences visiting other cultures. D. Take Pride in America Award. (CFN-155) Parks Director Watling announced that the City has won the prestigious national Take Pride in America Award, given by the U.S. Department of Interior recognizing stewardship of public lands. Watling noted that the award is for the Youth Tree Education Program. E. Public Safety Report. (CFN-122) Police Chief Strachan reported on the recent prostitution sting, National Night Out activities, and the award of grant funds for two school resource officers and a Population Manager for the jail. He then updated the monthly statistics. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Design and Construction Standards. (CFN-162/140) Mayor Cooke pointed out that there have been substantive changes to the lighting standards within the code. Mike Gillespie, Engineering Development Manager, noted that the Design and Construction Standards have not been comprehensively updated since 1992, and that the Standards now include side sewers, and excavation and grading. He explained the process and noted that the Public Works Committee recommended adoption of the proposed ordinance, with an amendment to Section 6.14 allowing residential street light systems to be owned and maintained by Puget Sound Energy. He then distributed copies of Section 6.14 and suggested the following changes: Section 6.14, Paragraph 2: Add the words "National Electrical Safety Code" after "IESNA". 1 Kent City Council Minutes August 18, 2009 Section 6.14, Paragraph 5: Change the first sentence to say: "All public street classifications shall have street light systems owned and operated by the City except for systems on Residential Streets if they are owned by Puget Sound Energy. Section 6.14.B Table 6 5 Sentence 1• Add the word "public" between "New" and "street". Section 6.14.B Table 6.5 Line 4• Strike "Systems on residential streets owned by Puget Sound Energy shall install a "slug" in place of the meter in the service cabinet to allow for future meter installation, if needed.", and replace it with "Any residential street light systems owned by Puget Sound Energy are not required to have service cabinets installed.". He also noted that the threshold is being increased from $20,000 to $50,000 for the application of the Design and Construction Standards, and outlined the areas of major revisions. The City Attorney emphasized that the proposed ordinance would adopt the entire Design and Construction Standards, but that tonight's public hearing is restricted to the amendments to Section 6.14 relating to street lighting systems. Ranniger pointed out that the changes mentioned tonight were previously agreed to unanimously by the committee. Mayor Cooke opened the public hearing. Gary Nomensen, Puget Sound Energy, 3130 S. 38t", noted that they have worked diligently with staff on this issue, and that they support the proposed amendments and ordinance. There were no further comments and Clark moved to close the public hearing. Raplee seconded and the motion carried. Ranniger then moved to adopt Ordinance No. 3927 amending Chapter 6.02 of the Kent City Code to adopt the 2009 City of Kent Design and Construction Standards and repealing Chapter 7.08 of the Kent City Code regard- ing side sewers to adjust the threshold amount for mitigation requirements and to incorporate grading and excavation regulations into the Standards. Raplee seconded and the motion carried. B. Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. (CFN-164) This date has been set for the public hearing on the update of the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. Cathy Mooney of the Public Works Department described the program, and outlined which projects have been completed and those which have been withdrawn. She noted that there are no new projects in the program and said the increase in this year's Program over last year's is due to increases in construction costs plus additions and modifications to scope of work. She then answered questions from Councilmembers. Mayor Cooke opened the public hearing. Mel Roberts, member of the Bicycle Advisory Board, suggested that bicycle lanes be put on Project #7, and said that the railroad crossings at S. 212t", S 228t", and Willis Street need to allow bicycle riders to go both east and west across the railroad. He made suggestions relating to Projects 15, 16, 23, 24, 25, 26, 28 and 35, and suggested that some small specific bicycle projects be done. Harmon asked that the Public Works Department take a look at those small projects. Blanchard said he will provide Councilmembers with a list of the projects done over the last five years, and confirmed that changes can be made to the Program later. 2 Kent City Council Minutes August 18, 2009 There were no further comments from the public and Clark moved to close the public hearing. Raplee seconded and the motion carried. Raplee moved to adopt Resolution No. 1813 which adopts the City's 2010-2015 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. Harmon seconded and the motion carried. CONSENT CALENDAR Raplee moved to approve Consent Calendar Items A through H. Clark seconded and the motion carried. A. Approval of Minutes. (CFN-198) Minutes of the regular Council meeting of August 4, 2009, were approved. B. Approval of Bills. (CFN-104) There were no numbers available. C. Cedar Pointe Final Plat (Quasi-Judicial) (CFN-1272) The final plat mylar for Cedar Pointe was accepted, and the Mayor was authorized to sign the mylar. The property is located at 25401 136th Avenue SE. D. Amendment Relating to Claim Forms. (CFN-220) Ordinance No. 3927 amending section 2.97.010 of the Kent City Code to implement the revised tort pre- claim requirements of RCW 4.96.020 was adopted. E. Green River Levee Flood Protection Amendment. (CFN-1318) The Mayor was authorized to execute contracts, up to a maximum of $1,500,000, to purchase water-filled flood protection structures to be used to protect the City of Kent from flood threats, to purchase other types of flood protection structures, to purchase all necessary equipment, and to sign all necessary contracts to install and protect these structures. F. Kent Station Phase IV Bill of Sale. (CFN-484) The Bill of Sale for Kent Station Phase IV for 1 gate valve, 1 hydrant, 20 linear feet of water line, and 292 linear feet of frontage improvements was accepted. G. Kent Highlands PUD Bill of Sale. (CFN-484) The Bill of Sale for Kent Highlands PUD for 18 gate valves; 8 hydrants; 5,246 linear feet of water line; 44 sanitary sewer manholes; 9,196 linear feet of sanitary sewer line; 6,920 linear feet of new street; 8 storm sewer manholes; 62 catch basins; 450 linear feet of biofiltration swale; and 9,363 linear feet of storm sewer line was accepted. H. North Park Sanitary Sewer Rebuild. (CFN-1004) The North Park Sanitary Sewer Rebuild Project was accepted as complete and release of retainage to Frontier Construction upon receipt of standard releases from the state and release of any liens was authorized. OTHER BUSINESS A. U.S. Department of Justice Grant Award. (CFN-122) Police Chief Strachan noted that the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) has sent notification of a Cop Hiring Recovery Program (CHRP) grant award for the Kent Police Department in the amount of $572,374. The funds will be 3 Kent City Council Minutes August 18, 2009 used for salaries and benefits to hire two entry level police officers for three years. The officers will be assigned as School Resource Officers. Harmon expressed concern that these are short-term grants, and that the projects involved may take longer than three years. Chief Strachan said the school district is expected to absorb some of the costs and that discussions will be held later regarding the future of the projects. Harmon moved to accept the U. S. Department of Justice grant in the amount of $572,374, to establish the budget, to authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents, and to hire two entry level police officers as the funding becomes available and in accordance with the terms of the grant. Thomas seconded and the motion carried. B. 2009 Recovery Act Award. (CFN-122) Chief Strachan noted that the City's allocation for the FY 2009 Recovery Act Program is $307,485, and that the funding would support hiring a new jail Population Manager and to provide Correction Officer overtime for work crews for approximately 24 months. Upon Harmon's question, the Chief explained alternative sentencing, such as home monitoring, home detention, and day reporting, and how this grant would be helpful in the use of alternative sentencing. Harmon moved to accept the 2009 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Competitive Grant in the amount of $307,485, to establish a budget, and to authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents. Thomas seconded. CAO Hodgson pointed out that this motion does not authorize the positions, and that that action will be taken after the funds are received. The motion then carried. BIDS A. Fire Station 74, Police Training & Firing Range Reroofing. (CFN-118) Parks Director Watling noted that the bid opening for the Police Training and Firing Range Reroofing project was held on August 6, 2009, with six bids received. He said the apparent low bid was submitted by Stanley Roofing Company, Inc., with a base bid of $344,995, plus Alternate No. 1 at $7,850, but excluding Washington state sales tax, and that the Engineer's base bid estimate was $357,000, excluding alternates and tax. He pointed out that within the bid documents was language requiring the contractor to pay state prevailing wage in the completion of this work. Steve Kirby, Director of Market Development of the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers, and Allied Workers Local No. 54, stated that Pacific Rainer Roofing was not the low bidder but is one of the most prestigious construction companies on the west coast. He said Pacific Rainier Roofing is a state-certified training agency, and that approved apprenticeship programs result in an increased tax base and reduced demand on social services. The City Attorney explained that state law requires that the City award the bid to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, and that the low bidder meets those criteria. Clark moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement with Stanley Roofing Company, Inc., to complete the Police Training and Firing Range Reroofing project for $352,845 plus Washington State sales tax. Raplee seconded and the motion carried. 4 Kent City Council Minutes August 18, 2009 B. 2008 Miscellaneous Water Mains Scenic Hill. (CFN-1186) Public Works Director Blanchard noted that the bid opening was held on August 18, 2009, with ten bids received, and that the low bid was submitted by Kar-Vel Construction in the amount of $285,150.92. He noted that the Engineer's estimate was $467,616.14 and recommended awarding the contract to Kar-Vel Construction. He explained that the $182,000 difference is an indication of the market, and that Kar-Vel's performance is good, their references are good, and that everything is included in their bid. Raplee moved to sign the agreement with Kar-Vel for the 2008 Miscellaneous Water Mains, Scenic Hill, in the amount of $285,150.92. Harmon seconded and the motion carried. REPORTS A. Council President. (CFN-198) No report was given. B. Mayor. (CFN-198) No report was given. C. Operations Committee. (CFN-198) No report was given. D. Parks and Human Services Committee. (CFN-198) Ranniger noted that the next meeting will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 20. E. Planning and Economic Development Committee. (CFN-198) Danielson noted that the committee will meet on Monday, August 24, at 4:30 p.m., and that the Shoreline Master Plan is on the agenda. F. Public Safety Committee. (CFN-198) No report was given. G. Public Works Committee. (CFN-198) Raplee announced that, due to the holiday, the committee will meet on September 10 at 4:00 p.m. H. Administration. (CFN-198) CAO Hodgson announced that budget assumptions and a balanced budget will be brought to Council workshops in September, and that there are two items of pending acquisition negotiations for the executive session, which should last no longer than 15 minutes, with no action expected after the meeting reconvenes. I. Special Committees. (CFN-198) Albertson reported that at the South County Area Transportation Board meeting, cuts to Metro transit were discussed. She clarified that routes will not be cut, but that the number of trips may be reduced. CONTINUED COMMUNICATIONS A. Weed and Seed Program. (CFN-118) Leslie Kae Hamada, 28026 189th Avenue SE, Covington, introduced herself and talked about the Weed and Seed meetings. She said she would like to have seen more active participation from the City Council at those meetings. She provided a copy of the minutes of the August 5, 2009, meeting, and encouraged Councilmembers to contact her. Hamada also said that she and her husband have raised money to begin a boxing program for children, on.which she would like to partner with the City. 5 Kent City Council Minutes August 18, 2009 EXECUTIVE SESSION AND AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION The meeting recessed to Executive Session at 8:35 p.m. and reconvened at 9:22 p.m. (CFN-198) ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:22 p.m. (CFN-198) ' Brenda Jacober, CAM City Clerk 6