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PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE CITY 0 17 K, NT
October 25, 1988
PRESENT: Jon Johnson Jim Hansen
Judy Woods Carolyn Lake
Berne Biteman Mimi Castillo
Don Wickstrom John Marchione
Gary Gill Gene McGovern
Claudia Otey
Jerry Graham
Burgers To Go Sign Reguest
Mr. McGovern stated that at the time of developing the project he
was unaware there was 17 feet right of way that had been deeded to
the City of Kent and thought his sign could be placed on West
Valley Highway. Mr. McGovern stated having his sign back that 17
feet has handicapped his business. Mr. McGovern stated he had
spoken with the Mayor who suggested perhaps it was possible for him
to lease the property for a small fee each month with the agreement
that he would move the sign if the City ever widened WVH.
Mr. McGovern referred also to the problems of the abandoned
building next to his property. After a lengthy discussion,- Johnson
asked if Jim Hansen would look into the situation and take what
action the City has authority to take.
Responding to the sign request, Wickstrom stated the right of way
was deeded to the City as part of the short plat requirements.
Wickstrom added if we allowed one sign in the right of way we would
have to allow others. Leasing the property is possibly an option.
This would have to be reviewed with the legal staff. The property
to be leased would have to be a segregated parcel which may require
a short plat and could only be leased at the fair market value.
Another option might be the permissive use process but standards
would have to be developed to apply to other developments that
might make the same request. Woods commented that other cities do
lease rights of way. After discussion, it was determined this
matter would be brought back before the Committee at their meeting
on November 8 at which time the Attorney's office will be able to
provide an opinion.
Russell Road Closure
Claudia Otey of the Kent School District stated she was present to
request that Russell Road be allowed to remain open. The closure
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presents significant difficulties in planning safe school bus
routes for the area. Hansen added that he would be meeting shortly
with Don Wickstrom, Barney Wilson and Norm Angelo about this issue.
The Fire Department's position is that they need access for their
emergency vehicles without having to open gates, etc. Otey stated
she had heard that Russell Road was going to remain open until 64th
was completed through to 212th. Wickstrom added that the design
of 64th is being done now and would anticipate going, to Council
within a couple of months to form the L.I.D. with construction in
1989. Johnson asked if having Russell Road open between James and
Meeker would meet the needs for the school busses. Ms. Otey stated
that would certainly help and suggested perhaps the school busses
could have the same access as the fire department vehicles. The
Committee deferred any determination until such time as Hansen can
bring recommendations from his aforementioned meeting.
Surplus Vehicles
Wickstrom referred to the list of vehicles distributed in the
agenda packet which he is proposing to surplus. The Camaro would
be traded in for purchase of another vehicle and the others would
be sold at State auction. The Committee unanimously approved
surplusing the vehicles.
Amendment to Sewer Code
Wickstrom stated that Kent City Code only addresses connections to
sewer for parcels inside City limits. The State lari, does allow us
to address parcels outside City limits that can connect to Kent
sewer. This proposed amendment would require mandatory connection
within 90 days of parcels whether in or out of the City limits that
have a Kent sewer main available. Woods moved to approve. The
Committee unanimously voted to approve the amendment.
72nd Avenue Acauisition
Wickstrom referred to his memorandum included in the agenda packet
on this item and asked for concurrence of the proppsod financing
package. Formal approval of the purchase will oaf be requested
until such time as we receive a report from the consultant
regarding any possible contamination of the prop*rty. Biteman
recommended approval and the Committee unanimously ;agreed.
SEPA Ordinance Amendment
Wickstrom explained this amendment would adopt the ,Oreen River
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Valley Transportation Action Plan, which Council has already
approved, as part of SEPA policies and would strengthen our
position with the County when requesting mitigation of traffic
impacts to Kent by County developments. The Committee unanimously
recommended approval.
Ordinance Amending Solid Write Definition
This item was placed on the agenda by the Attorney's office.
Carolyn Lake commented that the ordinance has been drafted and will
be ready for presentation to Council at their N'oVember 1 meeting.
Wickstrom added it will exclude recyclables from the solid waste
definition. Biteman recommended approval of the amendment. The
Committee concurred.
Mortensen Annexation
Wickstrom informed the Committee the 75% petition had been received
and he would be requesting authorization to file Notice of Intent
with BRB at the next Council meeting.
Change Order - 116th Avenue Sanitary Sewer
Wickstrom explained this project extends sanitary sewer for the new
fire station on 116th and also stubs the water line to the
property. The project specifies a 1" stub but the architect for
the fire station is requiring a 3" meter which increases the costs
significantly. The cost for the additional work is $15,000 plus
the cost of the 4-inch pipe and a system development fee of $8,800
resulting in a change order for this project requiring Council
approval. The Committee unanimously recommended approval.
Speed Limit - 4th Avenue
Johnson asked when the speed limit would be changed as recommended
at a previous Public Works Committee. It was determined the
Ordinance had been prepared but has not gone to Council for
adoption. The Attorney's office will look into the matter and
place it on the agenda as soon as possible.