HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Committees - Public Works/Planning - 06/19/1990 PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
JUNE 19, 1990
ATTENDING: Jim White Gary Gill
Steve Dowell Martin Nizlek
Leona Orr Ed White
Don Wickstrom John Kiefer
Jim Hansen Dee Moschel
Bill Williamson Steve Burpee
Alley Between Titusville Station Building and Downtown Post Office
- Change to One-Way
Nizlek stated he had reviewed this change with the postmaster to
determine which direction would best meet their needs. It has also
been determined that the post office has ownership of approximately
eight feet of the total 15 feet width of the alley. Ed White
stated he had not contacted the surrounding businesses as yet but
has prepared a letter which will be hand delivered to them if the
Committee concurs. We would wait for a response from the
merchants. before any action is taken. The alley would be changed
to one-way southbound which makes it easier for the post office
trucks. White explained that the post office has shifted some of
its distribution activities from the East Hill branch to the
downtown branch increasing its truck activity. Dowell asked if the
post office trucks would be backing across the pedestrian walkway
that is being built in that area. White replied it is likely they
would and he indicated he would find out what times the trucks
would be using the alleyway. Dowell stated this pedestrian
activity needs to be a consideration in making this alley one-way.
White stated that before any action is approved he would like for
staff to contact the businesses and report back to the Committee
on their response.
Overlook Annexation
Wickstrom explained this proposed annexation is in the vicinity of
94th Avenue between S. 228th and S. 222nd. The petitioner for this
annexation has been unable to secure adequate signatures to proceed
with the annexation area as outlined and is requesting to pursue
an annexation of smaller area. Responding to White's question as
to why we would want to annex this area, Wickstrom stated the
petitioner is the developer of the Overlook Apartment complex and
would like to develop the remainder of his property within the City
limits rather than deal with the County. White asked if the County
had different restrictions. It was clarified the property is zoned
single family in the County and would come into the city the same.
Jim Hansen stated new zoning would depend on the comprehensive plan
for that area. Wickstrom further explained that Public Works would
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JUNE 19, 1990
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prefer the larger annexation area as annexations consume a great
deal of staff time regardless whether large or small. White stated
he needed more information before recommending any action on this
item. Orr stated she would want to know if the development would
be stopped completely if the area were not annexed. It was
determined this would be placed on the agenda for the next meeting.
White requested that someone from Planning be present to discuss
the zoning.
City of Kent Six Year Transportation Improvement PlAn ((TIP)
Nizlek explained that each year we are required to update the
annual element of the Six Year TIP. The projects listed on the TIP
were reviewed for the Committee. Dowell asked about the
possibility of adding a deceleration lane on Canyon at Titus to the
Canyon Drive project. White asked we look at the feasibility,
costs and funding sources of adding this project. Gill stated
staff could develop the cost estimate but noted it will involve
major fills because you will be trying to build out over the park.
White asked about the accident statistics at this location. Nizlek
commented it has improved greatly since the most recent
improvements. There are locations in the city that are much worse.
Nizlek commented this Six Year TIP will be brought before the whole
Council for approval before the end of July. The Committee
unanimously recommended approval.
Kent Springs Transmission Mai
Williamson explained that we'll be bringing before the Council a
request to rescind the award to Volker-Stevin of the contract on
this project. Dowell inquired about the City's liability.
Williamson stated that because the project will change as a result
of the Army Corps of Engineer's involvement, it will not be the
same project that the City advertised for bids. 'Boca;use of that
and because the Corps has exercised jurisdiction over a portion of
the project, the City's liability would be greater if the
contractor were required to proceed. We can not assure access to
the contractor for phase 2. Gill added we have received written
authorization from the Army Corps of Engineers giving us
authorization to proceed with Phase I of the project. We will
rescind the award of the total bid, prepare new specifications for
Phase I and put that out to bid in a couple of weeks. Responding
to White's question, Gill indicated the Army Corps of Engineers has
indicated it will take about four months for a permit on the
portions over which they have invoked jurisdiction. Williamson
stated the Corps will be reviewing alternative impacts - whether
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
JUNE 19, 1990
PAGE 3
any changes would cause more impact than the original proposal.
The public will be involved in the Corps' process.
City Center Signing
Nizlek displayed a proposed sign design for the Committee and
informed the Committee there are 33 entry locations into the City.
Dee Moschel stressed the need for signs directing people to the
City Center and should not be construed as an alienation of any
portion of the City. She continued she would like to see these
signs up before Canterbury Faire. The "Kent City Center" signs
will be placed at the previously determined locations and the
locations and design of the "Welcome to Kent" will be brought back
to the Committee in July. White stated he wanted to see city limit
signs installed before the summer is over.
94th Between Canyon and James
Nizlek reviewed a preliminary plan and costs for the traffic
circles. There was discussion about development that will be
taking place in the vicinity of 94th and S. 241st. Nizlek will
refine his proposal, develop more definitive costs and bring it
back before the Committee for action. He informed the Committee
the 25 MPH stencils should be placed soon now that the weather has
improved.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
JUNE 19, 1990
ATTENDING: Jim White Gary Gill
Steve Dowell Martin Nizlek
Leona Orr Ed White
Don Wickstrom John Kiefer
Jim Hansen Dee Moschel
Bill Williamson Steve Burpee
Alley Between Titusville Station Building and Downtown Post Office
- Change to One-Way
Nizlek stated he had reviewed this change with the postmaster to
determine which direction would best meet their needs. It has also
been determined that the post office has ownership of approximately
eight feet of the total 15 feet width of the alley. Ed White
stated he had not contacted the surrounding businesses as yet but
has prepared a letter which will be hand delivered to them if the
Committee concurs. We would wait for a response from the
merchants. before any action is taken. The alley would be changed
to one-way southbound which makes it easier for the post office
trucks. White explained that the post office has shifted some of
its distribution activities from the East Hill branch to the
downtown branch increasing its truck activity. Dowell asked if the
post office trucks would be backing across the pedestrian walkway
that is being built in that area. White replied it is likely they
would and he indicated he would find out what times the trucks
would be using the alleyway. Dowell stated this pedestrian
activity needs to be a consideration in making this alley one-way.
White stated that before any action is approved he would like for
staff to contact the businesses and report back to the Committee
on their response.
Overlook Annexation
Wickstrom explained this proposed annexation is in the vicinity of
94th Avenue between S. 228th and S. 222nd. The petitioner for this
annexation has been unable to secure adequate signatures to proceed
with the annexation area as outlined and is requesting to pursue
an annexation of smaller area. Responding to White's question as
to why we would want to annex this area, Wickstrom stated the
petitioner is the developer of the Overlook Apartment complex and
would like to develop the remainder of his property within the City
limits rather than deal with the County. White asked if the County
had different restrictions. It was clarified the property is zoned
single family in the County and would come into the city the same.
Jim Hansen stated new zoning would depend on the comprehensive plan
for that area. Wickstrom further explained that Public Works would
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
JUNE 19, 1990
PAGE 2
prefer the larger annexation area as annexations consume a great
deal of staff time regardless whether large or small. White stated
he needed more information before recommending any action on this
item. Orr stated she would want to know if the development would
be stopped completely if the area were not annexed. It was
determined this would be placed on the agenda for the next meeting.
White requested that someone from Planning be present to discuss
the zoning.
City of Kent Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP)
Nizlek explained that each year we are required to update the
annual element of the Six Year TIP. The projects listed on the TIP
were reviewed for the Committee. Dowell asked about the
possibility of adding a deceleration lane on Canyon at Titus to the
Canyon Drive project. White asked we look at the feasibility,
costs and funding sources of adding this project. Gill stated
staff could develop the cost estimate but noted it will involve
major fills because you will be trying to build out over the park.
White asked about the accident statistics at this location. Nizlek
commented it has improved greatly since the most recent
improvements. There are locations in the city that are much worse.
Nizlek commented this Six Year TIP will be brought before the whole
Council for approval before the end of July. The Committee
unanimously recommended approval.
Kent Springs Transmission Main
Williamson explained that we011 be bringing before the Council a
request to rescind the award to Volker-Stevin of the contract on
this project. Dowell inquired about the City's liability.
Williamson stated that because the project will change as a result
of the Army Corps of Engineer's involvement, it will not be the
same project that the City advertised for bids. Because of that
and because the Corps has exercised jurisdiction over a portion of
the project, the City's liability would be greater if the
contractor were required to proceed. We can not assure access to
the contractor for phase 2 . Gill added we have received written
authorization from the Army Corps of Engineers , giving us
authorization to proceed with Phase I of the project. We will
rescind the award of the total bid, prepare new specifications for
Phase I and put that out to bid in a couple of weeks. Responding
to White's question, Gill indicated the Army Corps of Engineers has
indicated it will take about four months for a permit on the
portions over which they have invoked jurisdiction. Williamson
stated the Corps will be reviewing alternative impacts - whether
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
JUNE 19, 1990
PAGE 3
any changes would cause more impact than the original proposal.
The public will be involved in the Corps' process.
City Center Signing
Nizlek displayed a proposed sign design for the Committee and
informed the Committee there are 33 entry locations into the City.
Dee Moschel stressed the need for signs directing people to the
City Center and should not be construed as an alienation of any
portion of the City. She continued she would like to see these
signs up before Canterbury Faire. The "Kent City Center" signs
will be placed at the previously determined locations and the
locations and design of the "Welcome to Kent" will be brought back
to the Committee in July. White stated he wanted to see city limit
signs installed before the summer is over.
94th Between Canyon and James
Nizlek reviewed a preliminary plan and costs for the traffic
circles. There was discussion about development that will be
taking place in the vicinity of 94th and S. 241st. Nizlek will
refine his proposal, develop more definitive costs and bring it
back before the Committee for action. He informed the Committee
the 25 MPH stencils should be placed soon now that the weather has
improved.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
July 3, 1990
TO: Public Works Committee
FROM: Karen Siegel
RE: Correction to June 19th Minutes
Attached is a correction to the minutes of the June 19, 1990 Public
Works Committee meeting.
'Ito,
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
DUNE 19, 1990
PAGE 2
prefer the larger annexation area as annexations consume a great
deal of staff time regardless whether large or small. White stated
he needed more information before recommending any action on this
item. Orr stated she would want to know if the development would
be stopped completely if the area were not annexed. it was
determined this would be placed on the agenda for the next meeting.
White requested that someone from Planning be present to discuss
the zoning.
City of Kent Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP)
Nizlek explained that each year we are required to update the
annual element of the Six Year TIP. The projects listed on the TIP
were reviewed for the Committee. Dowell asked about the
possibility of adding lane on Canyon
at Titus to the Canyon Drive project. White asked we look at the
feasibility, costs and funding sources of adding this project.
Gill stated staff could develop the cost estimate but noted it
will involve major fills because you will be trying to build out
over the park. White asked about the accident statistics at this
location. Nizlek commented it has improved greatly since the most
recent improvements. There are locations in the city that are much
worse. Nizlek commented this Six Year TIP will be brought before
the whole Council for approval before the end of July. The
Committee unanimously recommended approval.
Kent Springs Transmission Main
Williamson explained that we'll be bringing before the Council a
request to rescind the award to Volker-Stevin of the contract on
this project. Dowell inquired about the City's liability.
Williamson stated that because the project will change as a result
of the Army Corps of Engineer's involvement, it will not be the
same project that the City advertised for bids. Because of that
and because the Corps has exercised jurisdiction over a portion of
the project, the City's liability would be greater if the
contractor were required to proceed. We can not assure access to
the contractor for phase 2. Gill added we have received written
authorization from the Army Corps of Engineers giving us
authorization to proceed with Phase I of the project. We will
rescind the award of the total bid, prepare new specifications for
Phase I and put that out to bid in a couple of weeks. Responding
to White' s question, Gill indicated the Army Corps of Engineers has
indicated it will take about four months for a permit on the
portions over which they have invoked jurisdiction. Williamson
stated the Corps will be reviewing alternative impacts - whether