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Councilmembers: Brenda FincherDana Ralph•Dennis Higgins, Chair
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August 1, 2016
4:00 p.m.
Item Description Action Speaker Time Page
1. Call to Order -- Chair Higgins 01 --
2. Roll Call -- Chair Higgins 01 --
3. Changes to the Agenda -- Chair Higgins 01 --
4. Approval of July 18, 2016 Meeting Minutes YES None 03 03
5. Water and Sewer Ordinances YES Paul Scott 10 09
6. Sanitary Sewer Code Ordinance - Updates YES Shawn Gilbertson 10 39
7. PSE Easement on James Street Pump
Station Property
YES Ken Langholz 05 75
8. Info Only/Potential Transportation Grant
Opportunities
NO Lacey Jane Wolfe 10 83
9. Info Only/Signal Box Lightning Damage NO Kelly Peterson 10 85
10. Info Only/Residential Traffic Calming
Update
NO Kelly Peterson 10 87
11. Info Only/Construction Projects Update NO Eric Connor 15 89
12. Info Only/Quiet Zone Update NO Chad Bieren 05 91
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Item 1 – Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 4:04 p.m. by
Committee Chair, Dennis Higgins.
Item 2 – Roll Call: Committee Chair, Dennis Higgins and Committee members Dana
Ralph and Brenda Fincher were present.
Item 3 – Changes to the Agenda: Items 6 and 7 were changed to information
only.
Item 4 – Approval of Meeting Minutes Dated June 20, 2016:
Council member Fincher MOVED to approve the minutes of June 20, 2016.
The motion was SECONDED by Committee member Ralph and PASSED 3-0.
Item 5 – Information Only/Recycling for Multi-Family:
Kelly Peterson, Transportation Manager, Special Projects introduced Meagan
Moorhead, from King County Solid Waste. Meagan talked about the solid waste
disposal fee increase that has been proposed for 2017-18, noting that despite the
lasting effects of the recession on services, King County pursued efficiencies and
refocused priorities to make the two-year rate last four years. In order to sustain
current services and reinforce service reliability, a rate increase can no longer be
deferred. The rate will increase from $120.17 per ton to $140.00 per ton.
The rate change included the following goals (adopted from the KC Code, Strategic
Climate Action Plan, and City/County Interlocal Agreements):
Achieve zero waste of resources by 2030, with an interim goal of 70% recycling
(currently at 54%) by 2020 in the region.
Provide disposal for unincorporated King County and partner cities, including Kent,
through 2040.
Achieve carbon neutral division operations by 2025.
The new rate will pay for the increased cost of current services and planned
capital improvements at the Cedar Hills landfill and transfer stations including the
previously-approved South County and Factoria stations, consistent with the Solid
Waste Comprehensive Plan and Interlocal Agreement which will reinforce service
reliability and conduct a transfer station demand management pilot project.
Peterson noted that under our contract with Republic Services, the disposal cost is
just one component of customers’ bills, with collection comprising the rest, the
anticipated disposal fee increase is not expected to make a big impact on customers’
bills. Customers with a 32 gallon garbage cart will see an increase of 81-cents as the
cost goes from $17.43 to an estimated $18.24.
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INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
Item 6 – Draft Ordinance to Amend Sewer Rates and the Internal Utility Tax:
Paul Scott, Public Works Accounting Manager and Kristin Lykken, Financial Analyst
gave a brief presentation, noting that this is a follow up to the presentation given to
the Public Works Committee at the June 20, 2016 meeting. Scott noted that staff has
worked with Administration and Finance to prepare a recommendation.
The recommendation before the committee included redistributing the internal utility
taxes based on the area within the City that each utility covers, adopting cost of
living increases based on the Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton consumer price index (CPI-
W) and City rate increases on sewer service changes.
This item will come back to the Public Works Committee on August 1, 2016.
This item was changed to an information only item.
Item 7 – Water Rate Proposal:
Paul Scott, Public Works Accounting Manager and Kristin Lykken, Financial Analyst
presented updated information discussed at the February 1, 2016, Public Works
Committee meeting.
Scott noted that staff is proposing changes to the City water rate structure, which
includes adding a cost of living increase based on the Seattle/Tacoma/Bremerton
Consumer Price Index (CPI-W); eliminating the rate change for winter and summer
consumption, adjusting the meter rates; and adding a rate for fire lines. Lykken
noted that this item was brought to Council Workshop.
This item will come back to the Public Works Committee on August 1, 2016.
This item was changed to an information only item.
Item 8 – Utility Easement Revision:
Chad Bieren, City Engineer, noted that soil on the property located at 7830 South
206th Street (Parcel 6315000381) has been contaminated. Remedial action was taken
to remove some of the contamination; however, contaminated soil still remains in the
area around underground utilities, including the City’s water infrastructure. There is a
city owned water line that was located on the site within an existing utility easement.
Bieren noted that while the integrity of the water infrastructure has not been
adversely impacted by the contamination, as a preventative measure, staff physically
disconnected the water infrastructure in the area of contamination.
The now disconnected 8-inch diameter main provided service to a fire hydrant, staff
has discussed, and confirmed with, the Regional Fire Authority that a fire hydrant is
no longer required at this location. Therefore, staff is recommending abandoning the
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City’s interest in the no longer used water infrastructure to the property owner and
revising the easement document(s).
Committee member Ralph MOVED to recommend Council authorize the
Mayor sign a contract amendment with Natural Systems Design in the
amount of $49,434 for project design and management of Rock Creek Fish
Passage Improvements as required by the City’s Habitat Conservation Plan,
subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and
Public Works Director. The motion was SECONDED by Committee member
Fincher and PASSED 3 - 0.
Item 9 – Amendment No. 1 with Natural Systems Design for the Habitat
Conservation Plan:
Tim LaPorte, Public Works Director noted that the Habitat Conservation Plan is
something the city voluntarily took on to ensure that the water supply via Clark
Springs is protected.
Richard Schleicher, Environmental Engineer noted that he was presenting an
amendment to the contract with Natural Systems Design. The City obtained an
Incidental Take Permit (ITP) which serves to protect the City should operation of the
City’s water supply system result in harm to endangered salmon species. As a
condition of the HCP, the City is required to implement a number of Habitat
Conservation Measures (HCM’s) that will enhance the habitat conditions in the
watershed. The contract with Natural Systems Design is needed to complete design,
obtain permits, and provide project management as needed to oversee construction
of several HCM’s that need to be constructed in 2017.
Committee member Fincher MOVED recommend Council authorize the Mayor
sign a contract amendment with Natural Systems Design in the amount of
$49,434 for project design and management of Rock Creek Fish Passage
Improvements as required by the City’s Habitat Conservation Plan, subject
to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public
Works Director. The motion was SECONDED by Committee member Ralph
and PASSED 3 - 0.
Item 10 – Downey Farmstead Salmon Recovery Funding Board – Grant
Funding Authorization Resolution:
Mike Mactutis, Environmental Engineering Manager noted that the proposal before
the committee is a resolution that is required by the Salmon Recovery Funding Board
(SRFB) in order to apply for SRFB 2016 grant funding for Phase II - final construction
of the Downey Farmstead habitat restoration project. Mactutis went on to note that
the Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO), which administers the SRFB grants for
the state, now requires that an authorizing resolution be passed and submitted with
the application for SRFB funding. This resolution is for phase two of Downey
Farmstead Project.
The 22 acre Downey Farmstead site is owned by the City, purchased specifically for
this restoration project.
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Committee member Ralph MOVED recommend Council authorize the Mayor
to sign the Salmon Recovery Funding Board (SRFB) resolution for the
Downey Farmstead Salmon Habitat Restoration project, subject to final
terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works
Director. The motion was SECONDED by Committee member Fincher and
PASSED 3 - 0.
Item 11 – 2017 & 2018 Business & Occupation (B & O) and Residential
Street Repair Project Lists:
Joe Araucto, Pavement Manager Engineer noted that he was before the committee to
discuss the 2017 – 2018 B & O and Residential Street Repair project program lists.
Staff briefly went over the projects listed below.
Summary of 2017 Recommendations -
B&O Project List:
Completion of the pavement rehabilitation on James Street between Central
Avenue North and Jason Street; repave the area with concrete due to the
overtopping of the roadway by Mill Creek. The concrete surfacing will perform
much better over time and would be more economical over the pavements life
cycle.
Pavement replacement at the intersection of South 212th Street and 72nd Avenue
South; recommendation is to repaved with concrete due to the high truck count
and the high water table in the area.
Continue four (4) person Sidewalk Repair Program Crew for the following
projects:
Improvements to the sidewalk on the east side of 6th Avenue North between
West Meeker and West Smith Streets.
Rehabilitation work for further sidewalk, walking path, and ADA improvements
including; completion of the missing non-motorized link on the north side of
West James Street between Russell Road and Lakeside Boulevard.
Set aside funds for continuing the following programs:
Flashing yellow left turn arrow program
Street tree replacement and maintenance
First phase of improvements required for the Railroad Quite Zone
Residential Street Repair List:
Residential streets that are planned for pavement overlay work are listed separately
on the attached sheet and map.
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Asphalt overlays are proposed in the Misty Meadows, Star Lake Highlands, and
Seven Oaks neighborhoods
Summary of 2018 Recommendations -
B&O Project List:
Paving East Valley Highway between South 196th Street and South 180th Street
Monies identified are proposed to match a $1.5 million Puget Sound Regional
Council grant application.
Replace the outside lane(s) on South 212th Street / South 208th Street hill-climb
between SR-167 and 96th Place South.
Staff recommends the lane(s) be replaced with concrete due to the substantial
grade, high traffic volumes, and resulting roadway degradation due to these
compounding conditions.
Rehabilitation of the South 212th Street bridge deck over the Green River (a
sizable project); the concrete wearing surface has delaminated in many locations.
Continue four (4) person Sidewalk Repair Program Crew for the following
projects:
Improvements to the sidewalks on East Meeker Street between 1st and 2nd
Avenue North
West Harrison and West Smith Streets between 4th and 6th Avenue North
Further sidewalk, walking path, and ADA improvements
Continuation of the missing pedestrian routes on 132nd Avenue SE
Set aside funds for continuing the following programs:
Flashing yellow left turn arrow program
Street tree replacement and maintenance
Second phase of improvements required for the railroad quite zone.
Residential Street Repair List:
Residential streets that are planned for pavement overlay work are listed separately
on the attached sheet and map.
Asphalt overlays are proposed in the Meridian Glen, Alderwood, Teresa Terrace,
and Fox Creek neighborhoods.
On the west Hill, South 268th Street between Military Road and 40th Avenue
South.
Handouts from the meeting will be attached the these minutes.
Committee member Fincher MOVED to approve the 2017 and 2018 street
improvement project lists, pay for these additional project costs, except as
may be supplemented by grant funds or additional Council authorization,
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from available Business and Occupation Tax receipts, or from solid waste
utility tax receipts for the residential street repair, subject to final terms and
conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. The
motion was SECONDED by Committee member Ralph and PASSED 3 - 0.
Item 12 – Information Only/Quiet Zone Update:
Chad Bieren, City Engineer noted that Joe Araucto, staff will continue to move ahead
contingent on money from the Business & Occupation funds.
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
The meeting was adjourned at 5:42 p.m.
Cheryl Viseth, Council Committee Recorder
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 400 West Gowe Street
Kent, WA 98032-5895
Date: July 26, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee Members
PW Committee Meeting Date: August 1, 2016
From: Timothy J. LaPorte, P.E., Public Works Director
Item 5: Sewer and Water Rate Ordinance
Summary: As requested by Council President Boyce, staff is presenting a discussion on
Sewer and Water Rates to the Operations Committee on August 2, 2016.
The Public Works Committee has reviewed options presented by staff over the last six
months and may recommend moving the item on to the August 16 Council meeting for
action under Other Business. Sewer and water rates were discussed with Council at its
Workshop on February 16, 2016. Staff has either already met, or will be meeting soon,
with all Councilmembers individually to review details of the financial situation for both
the sewer and water utilities.
The sewer utility is not sustainable with the current rate structure. Paul Scott will
present a brief summary of staff’s analysis over the last several years along with
recommendations to improve the utility’s future position. Below is a brief summary of
some of the issues facing the sewer utility:
Sewer Utility:
212 miles of sewer pipe of which a significant amount is aging beyond its
expected life;
Seven Pump Stations; three of which are old and well beyond their expected
life. Because of the average depth of our sewer lines, repair or replacement is
very expensive; $1 million can be easily spent with a relatively short distance
of pipe replaced.
Kent is blessed with excellent, secured water sources due to good long range planning
by City Councils of the distant and recent past. However, maintenance and required
upgrades of our existing infrastructure necessitates changes to water rates. The current
water rate structure needs to be upgraded to include fire capacity charges, and to
MOTION: Recommend Council adopt an ordinance that amends the Kent
City Code to reallocate internal utility taxes, to increase rates and charges
for all water service, and to increase sewer rates, subject to final ordinance
provisions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director.
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redirect the weight of the rates from consumption to the cost of delivering of water to
homes and businesses, which is consistent with nearly all of Kent’s neighbors.
Water Utility:
287 Miles of Watermain;
Seven Major Pressure Zones that supply water from;
16 Wells;
Two Spring sources and surface water source from our Tacoma water
supply;
A significant amount of our waterlines need to be replaced due to age and
makeup (Recent work - South Central and James streets);
640 Pressure Zone on the East Hill is only partway complete and will need
significant piping improvements in order for it to be implemented;
Guiberson Reservoir will need to be replaced;
New reservoir on the West Hill will ultimately be necessary.
Exhibits: Proposed Ordinance
Budget Impact: Adopting the proposed ordinances would provide additional revenue
to both the sewer and water utilities.
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And Ch. 7.02 KCC
Re: Sewer and Water Rates
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the
City of Kent, Washington, amending Section
3.18.020, entitled “Certain utilities subject to tax,”
to reallocate the internal utility taxes, amending
Section 7.02.180 entitled “Temporary water
meters,” combining Sections 7.02.300 and
7.02.310 entitled “Water rates,” to increase rates
and charges for all water service, whether within or
outside the city, , and amending Section 7.04.280
entitled “Schedule of charges for service,”
increasing the sewer rates.
RECITALS
A. The city last established its water and sewer rate structure in
2008. Since that time, other municipal water and sewer providers have
restructured their rates by more proportionately distributing overall system
usage by balancing potable water consumption, water meter size, and
non-potable fire protection standby reserves for sprinkler systems and
other fire protection systems. Sewer rates were also adjusted accordingly.
B. After conducting a system review and rate analysis, the city
similarly has determined to adjust its water and sewer rate structure,
including combing the rate structure to create single, uniform rates for all
city water service. A new rate is also included for dedicated firelines,
which will pay for the water capacity and pressure needed to operate these
systems when fire protection is needed.
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C. Increased operational costs have occurred since the city’s
water and sewer rates were last amended, and in order to maintain and
operate the city’s water and sewer systems at existing levels of service,
rates for city water and sewer services are increased.
D. To accommodate ongoing cost increases after implementation
of these rate changes, an annual cost of living increase has been added
based on the regional consumer price index (CPI), with increases capped
until January 1, 2023, at 2.4% or the CPI, whichever is less, with increases
after that date to conform to the CPI without any cap.
E. Disposition and allocation of the city’s water, sewer, and
storm utility tax revenue, which is imposed on each utility’s gross receipts,
has been amended and clarified to conform to existing practice.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT,
WASHINGTON, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
ORDINANCE
SECTION 1.- Amendment.Section 3.18.020 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Certain utilities subject to tax,” is hereby amended as
follows:
Sec. 3.18.020 Certain utilities subject to tax.
A. In addition to the other business and license fees required by the
ordinances of the city, the city levies upon all persons, firms, or
corporations (including the city) engaged in certain business activities a
utilities tax to be collected as follows:
1. Upon every person, firm, or corporation engaging in or
carrying on any telephone business within the city, an annual tax equal to
six (6) percent of the total gross income, including revenues from
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And Ch. 7.02 KCC
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intrastate toll, derived from the operation of such business within the city.
This six (6) percent tax will be allocated as follows: four and seven-tenths
(4.7) percent to the general fund, three-tenths (0.3) percent to
youth/teen programs, and one (1) percent to street improvement
programs.
2. Upon every person, firm, or corporation engaging in or
carrying on a business of selling, wheeling, furnishing, distributing, or
producing gas, whether manufactured or natural, for commercial or
domestic use or purposes, a fee or tax equal to six (6) percent of the total
gross income from such business in the city during the tax year for which
the license is required. This six (6) percent tax will be allocated as follows:
four and seven-tenths (4.7) percent to the general fund, three-tenths
(0.3) percent to youth/teen programs, and one (1) percent to street
improvement programs.
3. Upon every person, firm, or corporation engaged in or
carrying on the business of selling, wheeling, furnishing, or distributing
electricity for light and power, a fee or tax equal to six (6) percent of the
total gross income from such business in the city during the tax year for
which a license is required. This six (6) percent tax will be allocated as
follows: four and seven-tenths (4.7) percent to the general fund, three-
tenths (0.3) percent to youth/teen programs, and one (1) percent to
street improvement programs.
4. Upon every person, firm, or corporation engaged in or
carrying on the business providing cable television services, a tax equal to
six (6) percent of the total gross income from that business in the city
during the tax year for which the license is required. All revenue received
from this tax must be applied only to funding the city’s information
technology department operations and capital projects budgets in the
proportion determined by the city council in its biennial budget, including
all amendments.
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And Ch. 7.02 KCC
Re: Sewer and Water Rates
5. Upon every person, firm, or corporation engaging in or
carrying on a business providing solid waste collection services, a tax
equal to eighteen and four-tenths (18.4) percent of the total gross income
from such business in the city during the tax year for which the license is
required. This eighteen and four-tenths (18.4) percent tax will be allocated
as follows: six and one-half (6.5) percent to the general fund, three-tenths
(0.3) percent to youth/teen programs, one (1) percent to street
improvement programs, and ten and six-tenths (10.6) percent to maintain
and repair residential streets, including related impacts to curb, gutters,
sidewalks, and other road amenities, but this ten and six-tenths (10.6)
percent portion of the solid waste utility tax shall not be used to expand,
extend, or widen existing residential streets or to build new residential
streets.
6. Upon every person (including the city) engaging in or
carrying on the business of selling, furnishing, or distributing water
services, a tax equal to thirteen (13) percent of the total gross income
from that business in the city during the tax year; upon every person
(including the city) engaging in or carrying on the business of selling,
furnishing, or distributing sewer services, a tax equal to nine and one-half
(9.5) percent of the total gross income from that business in the city
during the tax year; and upon every person (including the city) engaging
in or carrying on the business of selling, furnishing, or distributing
drainage services, a tax equal to nineteen and one-half (19.5) percent of
the total gross income from such business in the city during the tax year.
Unless otherwise directed by the city council in its budget process, the
total of these tax revenues will be allocated as follows: forty three and
eighty-five one-hundredths percent (43.85%) to the general fund for the
use as allocated in the city’s budget; thirty and seventy-seven one-
hundredths percent (30.77%) to the capital resources fund, subject to the
limitations provided in subsection (A)(6)(a) of this section; fifteen and
thirty-eight one-hundredths percent (15.38%) dedicated solely to the
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And Ch. 7.02 KCC
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repayment and elimination of debt in the city’s “other capital projects”
fund subject to the limitations provided in subsection (A)(6)(b) of this
section; seven and sixty-nine one-hundredths percent (7.69%) to street
improvement programs; and two and thirty-one one-hundredths percent
(2.31%) to youth/teen programs.
a. Unless otherwise allocated by council, these funds
must be applied equally to (i) information technology capital programs
directed at funding long- and short-term hardware and software
replacement and (ii) street capital programs, but further restricted to
funding street maintenance, repair, and signage only. b. The fifteen and
thirty-eight one-hundredths percent (15.38%) internal tax allocation will
be dedicated to the city’s capital resources fund for the sole purpose of
retiring all debt in the city’s other capital projects fund; however, in any
event this portion of the tax shall be eliminated on January 1, 2023, or on
the first day of the year following the date the debt in this fund is fully
retired, whichever occurs first.
B. In computing the tax provided in subsection (A) of this section, the
taxpayer may deduct from total gross income the following items:
1. The actual amount of credit losses and uncollectible
receivables sustained by the taxpayer.
2. Amounts derived from transactions in interstate and foreign
commerce which the city is prohibited from taxing under the laws and
Constitution of the United States.
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And Ch. 7.02 KCC
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SECTION 2.- Amendment.Section 7.02.180 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Temporary water meters,” is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 7.02.180 Temporary water meters.
A. When water service is required for a specific short-term duration,
upon approval of the director of public works, a temporary water meter
may be obtained from the water utility.
B. Such meters shall only be used for a designated project and shall be
promptly returned to the water utility upon completion of the project or at
the end of sixty (60) days, whichever comes first. The meters are to be
returned in the same condition as when rented, and the user shall be held
responsible for any damage thereto including paying all repair or
replacement costs. While in the user’s possession, the user shall be solely
responsible for the meter and as such, should it be lost or stolen, the user
shall pay the water utility the cost of its replacement.
C. The director of public works shall require that a cash bond be
deposited with the city prior to receipt of a temporary meter. The amount
of the bond shall equal the replacement cost of the respective meter. Upon
return of the meter, the payment of all outstanding charges including any
meter repair or replacement costs, the cash bond shall be released back to
the user.
D. Temporary meters may be moved from one (1) hydrant to another
within the same project; provided, the water utility is notified in advance
of the proposed relocation and that hydrant wrenches are used to make all
connections and disconnections.
E. For each 100 cubic feet of water used with a temporary water
meter, the rate charged will be $4.73 per 100 cubic feet of water used.
All rates are also subject to a one-time temporary meter charge as follows:
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And Ch. 7.02 KCC
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1. Up to one and one-half (1-1/2) inch meter, fifty dollars ($50);
2. Two (2) inch and larger meter, one hundred dollars ($100).
Payment shall be made in full upon return of the meter. If a meter is lost
or stolen, payment for water used shall be based on an estimate made by
the director of public works.
SECTION 3.- Amendment.Section 7.02.300 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Water rates within the city,” is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 7.02.300 Water rates.
A.Water rates. The following monthly rates apply to all water
customers served by the city of Kent. The lower rate applies per 100 cubic
feet of water used up to or equal to 800 cubic feet per month, and the
higher rate applies per 100 cubic feet of any water used in excess of 800
cubic feet:
WATER USE/CONSUMPTION
Winter/Summer
<=800cf: $2.40
>800cf: $4.73
All customers are also subject to a monthly demand charge for
potable water service, dedicated fireline service, and water meters. For
purposes of this chapter, a “dedicated fireline” constitutes the pipe(s) and
appurtenances on private property that only supply water to the system
riser for water-based fire protection systems, private hydrants, monitor
nozzles, fire pump suctions, and tanks. The dedicated fireline begins after
the property isolation device, and it contains water that will be used only
when needed for fire protection purposes and so will become stagnant and
non-potable. The fees for these monthly demand services are as follows:
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And Ch. 7.02 KCC
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Meter size or,
for Dedicated
Fireline, Pipe
size (inches)
Residential Charge
Effective January 1,
2017
Commercial Charge
Effective January 1,
2017
Dedicated Fireline
Charge Effective
January 1, 2017
≤3/4 $23.15 $29.10 $2.75
1 $36.25 $42.20 $3.21
1-1/4 4.81
1-1/2 $69.00 $74.95 $6.42
2 $108.30 $114.25 $10.27
3 $173.80 $179.75 $25.67
4 $265.50 $271.45 $51.33
6 $402.45 $102.67
8 $533.45 $173.25
10 $664.45 $256.67
Beginning January 1, 2018, and on the first day of each calendar
year thereafter, the total water rate for consumption, meters, and
dedicated fireline usage will adjust by the Consumer Price Index (CPI),
specifically the CPI-W Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton, measured from June 1
through June 1 of the previous calendar year, if the CPI-W reflects an
upward adjustment from the previous annual June to June period. For the
years 2018-2022 the adjustment will not exceed 2.4% of the total water
rate, but after that, beginning January 1, 2023, any increase in the CPI will
not be subject to this 2.4% limit. In order to simplify the rate-making
structure, the finance director is authorized to amend the rate each year to
reflect the CPI adjustment.
B.Lifeline customers. The city council will establish eligibility criteria for
lifeline customers. For lifeline-qualified water service customers within the
city limits, the following rates apply for water use per 100 cubic feet:
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And Ch. 7.02 KCC
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Effective Date January 1 – December 31
01/01/2005 $0.51
06/01/2009 $0.53
01/01/2010 $0.54
01/01/2011 $0.56
01/01/2012 $0.57
01/01/2013 $0.59
01/01/2014 $0.61
All lifeline rates are also subject to the monthly demand charge for
service and meter as set forth in subsection (A) of this section.
SECTION 4.- Repealer.Section 7.02.310 of the Kent City Code,
entitled “Water rates outside city,” is hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 5.- Amendment.Section 7.04.280 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Schedule of charges for service,” is hereby amended as
follows:
Sec. 7.04.280 Schedule of charges for service.King County
imposes a sanitary sewer service charge for regional sewage treatment.
These charges are passed through, without increase, directly to the city
sanitary sewer utility customers. The King County pass-through charge for
2017 is known and established. It is expected, however, that King County
will increase its pass-through charge over time. Accordingly, except for the
2017 charge, all other King County charges are estimates only. In order to
simplify the rate-making structure, the finance director is authorized to
amend King County’s pass-through charges at the time King County
imposes new charges.
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Re: Sewer and Water Rates
Beginning January 1, 2018, and on the first day of each calendar
year thereafter, the total sewer rate will adjust by the Consumer Price
Index (CPI), specifically the CPI-W Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton, measured
from June 1 through June 1 of the previous calendar year, if the CPI-W
reflects an upward adjustment from the previous annual June to June
period. For the years 2018-2022 the adjustment will not exceed 2.4% of
the total sewer rate, but after that, beginning January 1, 2023, any
increase in the CPI will not be subject to this 2.4% limit. In order to
simplify the rate-making structure, the finance director is authorized to
amend the rate each year to reflect the CPI adjustment.
In addition, the year 2017 City rate for all types of service is subject
to any CPI or King County rate increases; for the year 2018 the City rate
will increase one-dollar and twenty-five cents (1.25) in addition to any CPI
or King County rate increases; and for the year 2019 the City rate will
increase fifty cents (.50) in addition to any CPI or King County rate
increases.
The following sanitary sewer service charges for city sanitary sewer
service inside the city limits are in effect on the dates and in the amounts
listed below. Sewer service charges for customers residing outside the city
shall be the charges as on file in the city clerk’s office.
Type of Service
City
Sewer
Rate
King
County
Sewer
Rate†
Total
Sewer
Rate
1. Single-family residential dwelling, as
defined in Chapter 15.02 KCC.
$22.16 $44.22 $64.90
2. Two-family or multiple-family
residential dwelling, as defined in Chapter
15.02 KCC, each unit separately metered
and charged.
$22.16 $44.22 $64.90
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Type of Service
City
Sewer
Rate
King
County
Sewer
Rate†
Total
Sewer
Rate
3. Single-family residential/lifeline:
eligibility criteria for the lifeline utility rate
set forth in KCC 7.01.080.
$12.70 $44.22 $56.92
4. All other than service types 1, 2 and 3
shall be billed in accordance with the
consumption of water and at the following
rate,*except that no monthly bill shall be
less than the single-family residential rate
set forth in service type No. 1.
$8.65*
per 100
cubic feet
per
month
$8.82*
per
100
cubic
feet
per
month
$8.88*
per
100
cubic
feet
per
month
†Estimated, based on adjustments issued by King County.
*Beginning January 1, 2018, this rate will adjust annually based on the basic rate shown for
service types 1 and 2 above, calculated on this formula: Total Sewer Rate/7.5 = price per
100 cubic ft. per month.
SECTION 6.– Severability.If any one or more section, subsection,
or sentence of this ordinance is held to be unconstitutional or invalid, such
decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this
ordinance and the same shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 7.– Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser.Upon
approval of the city attorney, the city clerk and the code reviser are
authorized to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the
correction of clerical errors; ordinance, section, or subsection numbering;
or references to other local, state, or federal laws, codes, rules, or
regulations.
SECTION 8.– Effective Date.Although the fees, rates, and
charges established by this ordinance do not take effect until January 1,
2017, this ordinance shall take effect and be in force 30 days from and
after its passage, as provided by law.
SUZETTE COOKE, MAYOR
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ATTEST:
SUE HANSON, INTERIM CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TOM BRUBAKER, CITY ATTORNEY
PASSED:day of , 2016.
APPROVED: day of , 2016.
PUBLISHED: day of , 2016.
I hereby certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance No.
passed by the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington, and approved
by the Mayor of the City of Kent as hereon indicated.
(SEAL)
SUE HANSON, INTERIM CITY CLERK
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the
City of Kent, Washington, amending Section
3.18.020, entitled “Certain utilities subject to tax,”
to reallocate the internal utility taxes, amending
Section 7.02.180 entitled “Temporary water
meters,” combining Sections 7.02.300 and
7.02.310 entitled “Water rates,” to increase rates
and charges for all water service, whether within or
outside the city, , and amending Section 7.04.280
entitled “Schedule of charges for service,”
increasing the sewer rates.
RECITALS
A. The city last established its water and sewer rate structure in
2008. Since that time, other municipal water and sewer providers have
restructured their rates by more proportionately distributing overall system
usage by balancing potable water consumption, water meter size, and
non-potable fire protection standby reserves for sprinkler systems and
other fire protection systems. Sewer rates were also adjusted accordingly.
B. After conducting a system review and rate analysis, the city
similarly has determined to adjust its water and sewer rate structure,
including combing the rate structure to create single, uniform rates for all
city water service. A new rate is also included for dedicated firelines,
which will pay for the water capacity and pressure needed to operate these
systems when fire protection is needed.
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C. Increased operational costs have occurred since the city’s
water and sewer rates were last amended, and in order to maintain and
operate the city’s water and sewer systems at existing levels of service,
rates for city water and sewer services are increased.
D. To accommodate ongoing cost increases after implementation
of these rate changes, an annual cost of living increase has been added
based on the regional consumer price index (CPI), with increases capped
until January 1, 2023, at 2.4% or the CPI, whichever is less, with increases
after that date to conform to the CPI without any cap.
E. Disposition and allocation of the city’s water, sewer, and
storm utility tax revenue, which is imposed on each utility’s gross receipts,
has been amended and clarified to conform to existing practice.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT,
WASHINGTON, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
ORDINANCE
SECTION 1.- Amendment.Section 3.18.020 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Certain utilities subject to tax,” is hereby amended as
follows:
Sec. 3.18.020. Certain utilities subject to tax.
A. In addition to the other business and license fees required by the
ordinances of the city, the city levies upon all persons, firms, or
corporations (including the city) engaged in certain business activities a
utilities tax to be collected as follows:
1. Upon every person, firm, or corporation engaging in or
carrying on any telephone business within the city, an annual tax equal to
six (6) percent of the total gross income, including revenues from
intrastate toll, derived from the operation of such business within the city.
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This six (6) percent tax will be allocated as follows: four and seven-tenths
(4.7) percent to the general fund, three-tenths (0.3) percent to
youth/teen programs, and one (1) percent to street improvement
programs.
2. Upon every person, firm, or corporation engaging in or
carrying on a business of selling, wheeling, furnishing, distributing, or
producing gas, whether manufactured or natural, for commercial or
domestic use or purposes, a fee or tax equal to six (6) percent of the total
gross income from such business in the city during the tax year for which
the license is required. This six (6) percent tax will be allocated as follows:
four and seven-tenths (4.7) percent to the general fund, three-tenths
(0.3) percent to youth/teen programs, and one (1) percent to street
improvement programs.
3. Upon every person, firm, or corporation engaged in or
carrying on the business of selling, wheeling, furnishing, or distributing
electricity for light and power, a fee or tax equal to six (6) percent of the
total gross income from such business in the city during the tax year for
which a license is required. This six (6) percent tax will be allocated as
follows: four and seven-tenths (4.7) percent to the general fund, three-
tenths (0.3) percent to youth/teen programs, and one (1) percent to
street improvement programs.
4. Upon every person, firm, or corporation engaged in or
carrying on the business providing cable television services, a tax equal to
six (6) percent of the total gross income from that business in the city
during the tax year for which the license is required. All revenue received
from this tax must be applied only to funding the city’s information
technology department operations and capital projects budgets in the
proportion determined by the city council in its biennial budget, including
all amendments.
5. Upon every person, firm, or corporation engaging in or
carrying on a business providing solid waste collection services, a tax
equal to eighteen and four-tenths (18.4) percent of the total gross income
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from such business in the city during the tax year for which the license is
required. This eighteen and four-tenths (18.4) percent tax will be allocated
as follows: six and one-half (6.5) percent to the general fund, three-tenths
(0.3) percent to youth/teen programs, one (1) percent to street
improvement programs, and ten and six-tenths (10.6) percent to maintain
and repair residential streets, including related impacts to curb, gutters,
sidewalks, and other road amenities, but this ten and six-tenths (10.6)
percent portion of the solid waste utility tax shall not be used to expand,
extend, or widen existing residential streets or to build new residential
streets.
6. Upon every person (including the city) engaging in or
carrying on the business of selling, furnishing, or distributing water
services, sewer, or drainage services, a tax equal to thirteen (13) percent
of the total gross income from that business in the city during the tax
year; upon every person (including the city) engaging in or carrying on the
business of selling, furnishing, or distributing sewer services, a tax equal
to nine and one-half (9.5) percent of the total gross income from that
business in the city during the tax year; and upon every person (including
the city) engaging in or carrying on the business of selling, furnishing, or
distributing drainage services, a tax equal to nineteen and one-half (19.5)
percent of the total gross income from such business in the city during the
tax year. This thirteen (13) percent Unless otherwise directed by the city
council in its budget process, Tthe total of these taxes revenues will be
allocated as follows: five and seven-tenths (5.7) forty three and eighty-
five one-hundredths (43.85) percent (43.85%) to the general fund for the
use as allocated in the city’s budget; four (4)thirty and seventy-seven
one-hundredths (30.77) percent (30.77%) to the general street capital
resources fund only for the installation, operation, maintenance, and
repair of street lighting, subject to the limitations provided in subsection
(A)(6)(a) of this section; fifteen and thirty-eight one-hundredths (15.38) ;
two (2) percent (15.38%) dedicated solely to the repayment and
elimination of debt in the city’s “other capital projects” fund subject to the
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limitations provided in subsection (A)(6)(b) of this section; one (1)seven
and sixty-nine one-hundredths (7.69) percent (7.69%) to street
improvement programs; and two and thirty-one one-hundredths (2.31)
three-tenths (0.3) percent (2.31%) to youth/teen programs.
a. The four (4) percent allocation for street lighting is
further contingent on the requirement that the city allocate the funds
freed up by this revenue to the city’s capital improvement fund(s). After
payment of all capital debt, uUnless otherwise allocated by council, these
remaining funds must be applied equally to (i) information technology
capital programs directed at funding long- and short-term hardware and
software replacement and (ii) street capital programs, but further
restricted to funding street maintenance, repair, and signage only. If the
cost to install, operate, maintain, and repair street lighting is less than the
four (4) percent allocation for these purposes, the full four (4) percent
amount must still be allocated from the general fund to capital programs
for the above-stated purposes.
b. The two (2)fifteen and thirty-eight one-hundredths
(15.38) percent (15.38%) internal tax allocation will be dedicated to the
city’s capital improvements resources fund for the sole purpose of retiring
all debt in the city’s other capital projects fund; however, in any event
Tthis two (2) percent portion of the tax shall be eliminated on January 1,
2023, or on the first day of the year following the date the debt in this
fund is fully retired, whichever occurs first.
B. In computing the tax provided in subsection (A) of this section, the
taxpayer may deduct from total gross income the following items:
1. The actual amount of credit losses and uncollectible
receivables sustained by the taxpayer.
2. Amounts derived from transactions in interstate and foreign
commerce which the city is prohibited from taxing under the laws and
Constitution of the United States.
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SECTION 2.- Amendment.Section 7.02.180 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Temporary water meters,” is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 7.02.180. Temporary water meters.
A. When water service is required for a specific short-term duration,
upon approval of the director of public works, a temporary water meter
may be obtained from the water utility.
B. Such meters shall only be used for a designated project and shall be
promptly returned to the water utility upon completion of the project or at
the end of sixty (60) days, whichever comes first. The meters are to be
returned in the same condition as when rented, and the user shall be held
responsible for any damage thereto including paying all repair or
replacement costs. While in the user’s possession, the user shall be solely
responsible for the meter and as such, should it be lost or stolen, the user
shall pay the water utility the cost of its replacement.
C. The director of public works shall require that a cash bond be
deposited with the city prior to receipt of a temporary meter. The amount
of the bond shall equal the replacement cost of the respective meter. Upon
return of the meter, the payment of all outstanding charges including any
meter repair or replacement costs, the cash bond shall be released back to
the user.
D. Temporary meters may be moved from one (1) hydrant to another
within the same project; provided, the water utility is notified in advance
of the proposed relocation and that hydrant wrenches are used to make all
connections and disconnections.
E. For each 100 cubic feet of water used with a temporary water
meter, the rate charged will be $4.73 per 100 cubic feet of water used.The
following temporary meter rates apply during the time periods listed below
per one hundred (100) cubic feet of water used:
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Effective Date January 1 – December 31
12/31/1999 $2.30
01/01/2003 $2.42
01/01/2004 $2.54
01/01/2005 $2.67
All rates are also subject to a one-time temporary meter charge as follows:
1. Up to one and one-half (1-1/2) inch meter, fifty dollars ($50);
2. Two (2) inch and larger meter, one hundred dollars ($100).
Payment shall be made in full upon return of the meter. If a meter is lost
or stolen, payment for water used shall be based on an estimate made by
the director of public works.
SECTION 3.- Amendment.Section 7.02.300 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Water rates within the city,” is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 7.02.300. Water rates within the city.
A.Water rates. The following staggered monthly rates apply during the
time periods listed below to all water customers within served by the city
limits of Kent. Within each time period, tThe lower rate applies per 100
cubic feet of water used for up to or equal to 7800 cubic feet per month,
and the higher rate applies per 100 cubic feet of any water used in excess
of 7800 cubic feet:
WATER USE/CONSUMPTION
Winter/Summer
<=800cf: $2.40
>800cf: $4.73
Effective
Date
October 1 –April
30
May 1 –
September 30
≤ 700 ft3 > 700 ft3 ≤ 700 ft3 > 700 ft3
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Effective
Date
October 1 –April
30
May 1 –
September 30
≤ 700 ft3 > 700 ft3 ≤ 700 ft3 > 700 ft3
01/01/2005 $1.44 $1.95 $1.90 $2.42
06/01/2009 $2.13 $2.89 $2.81 $3.58
01/01/2010 $2.77 $3.75 $3.66 $4.66
01/01/2011 $2.85 $3.86 $3.77 $4.80
01/01/2012 $2.94 $3.98 $3.88 $4.94
01/01/2013 $3.03 $4.10 $3.99 $5.09
01/01/2014 $3.12 $4.22 $4.11 $5.24
All customers are also subject to a monthly demand charge for
potable water service, dedicated fireline service, and water meters. For
purposes of this chapter, a “dedicated fireline” constitutes the pipe(s) and
appurtenances on private property that only supply water to the system
riser for water-based fire protection systems, private hydrants, monitor
nozzles, fire pump suctions, and tanks. The dedicated fireline begins after
the property isolation device, and it contains water that will be used only
when needed for fire protection purposes and so will become stagnant and
non-potable. The fees for these monthly demand services are, which is as
follows:
Meter size
or, for
Dedicated
Fireline,
Pipe size
(inches)
Residential
Charge Effective
January 1,
201708
Commercial
Charge Effective
AprilJanuary 1,
201709
Dedicated
Fireline Charge
Effective
JuneJanuary 1,
201709
5/8 x 3/4 $5.26 $6.05 $8.95
≤3/4 $23.15 $29.10 $2.75
1 $8.9436.25 $10.2842.20 $15.213.21
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Meter size
or, for
Dedicated
Fireline,
Pipe size
(inches)
Residential
Charge Effective
January 1,
201708
Commercial
Charge Effective
AprilJanuary 1,
201709
Dedicated
Fireline Charge
Effective
JuneJanuary 1,
201709
1-1/4 4.81
1-1/2 $13.6469.00 $15.6974.95 $23.226.42
2 $18.09108.30 $20.80114.25 $30.7810.27
3 $38.35173.80 $44.10179.75 $65.2725.67
4 $46.47265.50 $53.44271.45 $79.0951.33
6 $69.03 $79.38402.45 $117.48102.67
8 $88.50 $88.51533.45 $150.63173.25
10 $113.03 $129.98664.45 $192.37256.67
Meter size
(inches)
Charge Effective
January 1, 2011
Charge Effective
January 1, 2012
Charge Effective
January 1, 2013
Charge
Effective
January 1,
2014
5/8 x 3/4 $11.99 $12.35 $12.72 $13.10
1 $20.37 $20.98 $21.61 $22.26
1-1/2 $31.09 $32.03 $32.99 $33.98
2 $41.22 $42.46 $43.73 $45.04
3 $87.39 $90.02 $92.72 $95.50
4 $105.90 $109.08 $112.35 $115.72
6 $157.31 $162.03 $166.89 $171.90
8 $201.70 $207.75 $213.98 $220.40
10 $257.58 $265.31 $273.27 $281.47
Beginning January 1, 2018, and on the first day of each calendar
year thereafter, the total water rate for consumption, meters, and
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dedicated fireline usage will adjust by the Consumer Price Index (CPI),
specifically the CPI-W Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton, measured from June 1
through June 1 of the previous calendar year, if the CPI-W reflects an
upward adjustment from the previous annual June to June period. For the
years 2018-2022 the adjustment will not exceed 2.4% of the total water
rate, but after that, beginning January 1, 2023, any increase in the CPI will
not be subject to this 2.4% limit. In order to simplify the rate-making
structure, the finance director is authorized to amend the rate each year to
reflect the CPI adjustment.
B.Lifeline customers. The city council will establish eligibility criteria for
lifeline customers. For lifeline-qualified water service customers within the
city limits, the following rates apply for water use per 100 cubic feet:
Effective Date January 1 – December 31
01/01/2005 $0.51
06/01/2009 $0.53
01/01/2010 $0.54
01/01/2011 $0.56
01/01/2012 $0.57
01/01/2013 $0.59
01/01/2014 $0.61
All lifeline rates are also subject to the monthly demand charge for
service and meter as set forth in subsection (A) of this section.
SECTION 4.- Repealer.Section 7.02.310 of the Kent City Code,
entitled “Water rates outside city,” is hereby repealed in its entirety.
Sec. 7.02.310 Water rates outside city.
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A. Water rates. The following staggered rates apply during the time
periods listed below to all customers outside the city limits of Kent. Within
each time period, the lower rate applies per 100 cubic feet of water used
for up to or equal to 700 cubic feet, and the higher rate applies per 100
cubic feet of water used in excess of 700 cubic feet:
Effective
Date
October 1 –
April 30
May 1 –
September 30
≤ 700 ft3 > 700 ft3 ≤ 700 ft3 > 700 ft3
01/01/2005 $1.90 $2.42 $2.32 $2.85
06/01/2009 $2.81 $3.58 $3.43 $4.22
01/01/2010 $3.66 $4.66 $4.46 $5.48
01/01/2011 $3.77 $4.80 $4.60 $5.65
01/01/2012 $3.88 $4.94 $4.74 $5.82
01/01/2013 $3.99 $5.09 $4.88 $5.99
01/01/2014 $4.11 $5.24 $5.02 $6.17
All customers are also subject to a monthly demand charge for service and
meter, which is as follows:
Meter size
(inches)
Charge Effective
January 1, 2008
Charge Effective April
1, 2009
Charge Effective June
1, 2009
5/8 x 3/4 $5.26 $6.05 $8.95
1 $8.94 $10.28 $15.21
1-1/2 $13.64 $15.69 $23.22
2 $18.09 $20.80 $30.78
3 $38.35 $44.10 $65.27
4 $46.47 $53.44 $79.09
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Meter size
(inches)
Charge Effective
January 1, 2008
Charge Effective April
1, 2009
Charge Effective June
1, 2009
6 $69.03 $79.38 $117.48
8 $88.50 $88.51 $150.63
10 $113.03 $129.98 $192.37
Meter size
(inches)
Charge Effective
January 1, 2011
Charge Effective
January 1, 2012
Charge Effective
January 1, 2013
Charge Effective
January 1, 2014
5/8 x 3/4 $11.99 $12.35 $12.72 $13.10
1 $20.37 $20.98 $21.61 $22.26
1-1/2 $31.09 $32.03 $32.99 $33.98
2 $41.22 $42.46 $43.73 $45.04
3 $87.39 $90.02 $92.72 $95.50
4 $105.90 $109.08 $112.35 $115.72
6 $157.31 $162.03 $166.89 $171.90
8 $201.70 $207.75 $213.98 $220.40
10 $257.58 $265.31 $273.27 $281.47
B. Lifeline customers. The city council will establish eligibility criteria for
lifeline customers. For lifeline-qualified water service customers outside the
city limits, the following rates apply for water use per 100 cubic feet:
Effective Date January 1 – December 31
01/01/2005 $0.56
06/01/2009 $0.58
01/01/2010 $0.59
01/01/2011 $0.61
01/01/2012 $0.63
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Effective Date January 1 – December 31
01/01/2013 $0.65
01/01/2014 $0.67
All lifeline rates are also subject to the monthly demand charge for service
and meter as set forth in subsection (A) of this section.
SECTION 5.- Amendment.Section 7.04.280 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Schedule of charges for service,” is hereby amended as
follows:
Sec. 7.04.280. Schedule of charges for service.The following
sanitary sewer service charges for city sanitary sewer service inside the
city limits are in effect on the dates and in the amounts listed below.
Sewer service charges for customers residing outside the city shall be the
charges as on file in the city clerk’s office.King County imposes a sanitary
sewer service charge for regional sewage treatment. These charges are
passed through, without increase, directly to the city sanitary sewer utility
customers. The King County pass-through charge for 20173 is known and
established. It is expected, however, that King County will increase its
pass-through charge over time. Accordingly, except for the 20173 charge,
all other King County charges are estimates only. In order to simplify the
rate-making structure, the finance director is authorized to amend King
County’s pass-through charges at the time King County imposes new
charges.
Beginning January 1, 2018, and on the first day of each calendar
year thereafter, the total sewer rate will adjust by the Consumer Price
Index (CPI), specifically the CPI-W Seattle-Tacoma-Bremerton, measured
from June 1 through June 1 of the previous calendar year, if the CPI-W
reflects an upward adjustment from the previous annual June to June
period. For the years 2018-2022 the adjustment will not exceed 2.4% of
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the total sewer rate, but after that, beginning January 1, 2023, any
increase in the CPI will not be subject to this 2.4% limit. In order to
simplify the rate-making structure, the finance director is authorized to
amend the rate each year to reflect the CPI adjustment.
In addition, the year 2017 City rate for all types of service is subject
to any CPI or King County rate increases; for the year 2018 the City rate
will increase one-dollar and twenty-five cents (1.25) in addition to any CPI
or King County rate increases; and for the year 2019 the City rate will
increase fifty cents (.50) in addition to any CPI or King County rate
increases.
The following sanitary sewer service charges for city sanitary sewer
service inside the city limits are in effect on the dates and in the amounts
listed below. Sewer service charges for customers residing outside the city
shall be the charges as on file in the city clerk’s office.
Type of Service
Charges per
Month
Effective on
1/1/20137City
Sewer Rate
Charges per
Month Effective
on
1/1/20148King
County Sewer
Rate†
Charges per
Month Effective
on
1/1/20159Total
Sewer Rate
1. Single-family
residential
dwelling, as
defined in Chapter
15.02 KCC.
$22.16 $44.22 $64.90
• City sewer
rate
$20.6817.27*$21.9317.96*$22.4318.68*
• King County
sewer rate
$44.2239.79 $39.7944.22*$39.7944.22*
• Total sewer
rate
$64.9057.06*$66.1557.75*$66.6558.47*
2. Two-family or
multiple-family
residential
dwelling, as
defined in Chapter
15.02 KCC, each
unit separately
metered and
charged.
$22.16 $44.22 $64.90
• City sewer $20.68*17.27 $21.93*17.96 $22.43*18.68
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Type of Service
Charges per
Month
Effective on
1/1/20137City
Sewer Rate
Charges per
Month Effective
on
1/1/20148King
County Sewer
Rate†
Charges per
Month Effective
on
1/1/20159Total
Sewer Rate
rate
• King County
sewer rate
$39.7944.22 $39.7944.22*$39.7944.22*
• Total sewer
rate
$64.9057.06*$66.1557.75*$66.6558.47*
3. Single-family
residential/lifeline:
eligibility criteria
for the lifeline
utility rate set
forth in KCC
7.01.080.
$12.70 $44.22 $56.92
• City sewer
rate
$12.70 $12.85 $13.01
• King County
sewer rate
$39.7944.22 $39.7944.22*$39.7944.22*
• Total sewer
rate
$52.49*$52.64*$52.80*
4. All other than
service types 1, 2
and 3 shall be
billed in
accordance with
the consumption
of water and at
the following
rate,*except that
no monthly bill
shall be less than
the single-family
residential rate
set forth in
service type No.
1.
$8.65*7.61 per
100 cubic feet
per month
$8.827.70*1 per
100 cubic feet
per month
$8.887.80*1 per
100 cubic feet
per month
†Estimated, based on adjustments issued by King County.
*Beginning January 1, 2018, this rate will adjust annually based on the basic rate shown for
service types 1 and 2 above, calculated on this formula: Total Sewer Rate/7.5 = price per
100 cubic ft. per month.
SECTION 6.– Severability.If any one or more section, subsection,
or sentence of this ordinance is held to be unconstitutional or invalid, such
decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this
ordinance and the same shall remain in full force and effect.
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SECTION 7.– Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser.Upon
approval of the city attorney, the city clerk and the code reviser are
authorized to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the
correction of clerical errors; ordinance, section, or subsection numbering;
or references to other local, state, or federal laws, codes, rules, or
regulations.
SECTION 8.– Effective Date.Although the fees, rates, and
charges established by this ordinance do not take effect until January 1,
2017, this ordinance shall take effect and be in force 30 days from and
after its passage, as provided by law.
SUZETTE COOKE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
SUE HANSON, INTERIM CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TOM BRUBAKER, CITY ATTORNEY
PASSED:day of , 2016.
APPROVED: day of , 2016.
PUBLISHED: day of , 2016.
I hereby certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance No.
passed by the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington, and approved
by the Mayor of the City of Kent as hereon indicated.
(SEAL)
SUE HANSON, INTERIM CITY CLERK
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J. LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 400 West Gowe Street
Kent, WA 98032-5895
Date: August 1, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee members PW
Committee Meeting Date: August 1, 2016
From: Shawn Gilbertson, Environmental Supervisor
Through: Chad Bieren, P.E., City Engineer
Item 6: Sanitary Sewer Ordinance - General Update of KCC 7.04
Summary: The City of Kent owns and operates a sanitary sewer system that collects
and conveys all domestic and commercial wastewater and sewage for discharge to the
King County Metro sewage treatment system. The current Kent sanitary sewer code
section (KCC 7.04) is in need of an update to keep pace with state law and technological
advances as well as to provide for a well-defined and consistent enforcement
mechanism.
Background: Kent’s sanitary sewer code is important for the safe and effective
operation of the sanitary sewer utility. The code defines when sanitary sewer
connections are required, what type of components and materials are required,
prohibited discharges, a rate structure to pay for operations, and mechanisms for
enforcement of the code.
It is important to prohibit the discharge of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) into the city’s
sanitary sewer system. Otherwise, FOG can accumulate in conveyance lines and cause
blockages and sewer backups, which can lead to property damage and unsanitary
conditions. Kent’s current sanitary sewer code is not as clear as it could be regarding
when FOG control is required and what types of devices are required. The proposed new
code language clearly defines what types of businesses require FOG control and further
defines the minimum level of control necessary.
The proposed ordinance also includes additional enforcement provisions that allow for
more flexibility to tailor penalties to the particular circumstances of a violation. These
new enforcement provisions would also allow the City to recover costs incurred in
responding to violations, make it a violation not to reimburse the City for these costs,
and create criminal penalties for negligent or knowing violations of the City’s sewer
code. Staff’s preferred approach in administering the FOG provisions of the sanitary
sewer code is to educate FOG-generating businesses and work cooperatively with them
MOTION: Recommend Council adopt an ordinance that repeals and readopts
Chapter 7.04 of the Kent City Code, entitled “Sanitary Sewers”, to establish and
enhance regulatory procedures, including minimum requirements necessary to
remove fats, oils, and grease from wastewater, and to create additional
enforcement provisions that will give staff more flexibility to obtain code
compliance, subject to final ordinance provisions approved by the City Attorney
and Public Works Director.
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to achieve compliance. However, a sound code enforcement strategy is important in the
event those cooperative efforts fail.
Lastly, this ordinance proposes many other minor edits to account for technological
advances in sewer pretreatment and to be consistent with state and federal sewer and
stormwater regulations. New and improved definitions are among these proposed edits.
A public hearing was held on July 25, 2016, concerning the proposed ordinance and no
comments were received on the proposal. At the close of the hearing, the Land Use and
Planning Board recommended adoption of the sewer code update. Also on the
Committee’s agenda is an ordinance that, among other things, would amend sewer
rates and charges if it were adopted. If that rate ordinance were to pass out of
Committee and proceed to Council, this ordinance updating the sewer code will be
amended before it is presented to Council to include any adjustments made to the
sewer rates and charges and reflected in that contemporaneous ordinance.
Budget Impact: None
Attachments: Draft Amending Ordinance for KCC 7.04
Summary of Changes
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Summary of Proposed Changes to Kent City Code Chapter 7.04 Sanitary Sewers July 25, 2016
Chapter definitions have been updated. Definitions have been added or edited for consistency with the
Uniform Plumbing Code, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits, and to reflect changes in
technology since the last update of this code section. As well, definitions were added for clarity based on input
from Kent Law Department. For example, “grease interceptor” is now defined because it is an important part of
this code and was previously not defined.
More clearly defines when fats, oils, and grease (FOG) removal devices are required. To be consistent with the
Uniform Plumbing Code, this new code more clearly describes when grease traps, grease interceptors, and
oil/water separators must be installed to protect the city’s sanitary sewer system from the impacts of FOG
accumulation. For instance, section 7.04.220.D of the current version of this code states, “Grease, oil and sand
interceptors shall be provided when in the opinion of the director, they are necessary for…” The proposed new
code requires that FOG removal devices are installed based on risk of FOG discharges based on type of business
and amount of discharge.
Maintenance requirements and schedules are more clearly defined. New code specifically states when
maintenance of FOG control devices is necessary. For example, the current maintenance requirement in
7.04.220.H states, “Where preliminary treatment facilities are provided for any waters or wastes, they shall be
maintained continuously in satisfactory and effective operation by the owner at his expense.” The proposed new
code states, “At a minimum, the Grease Interceptor must be cleaned when: (i) the volume of FOG and settled
sludge and solids constitute 25 percent of the effective liquid volume…” This maintenance standard is more
specific and creates consistency with the industry standard.
Enforcement provisions are enhanced. This ordinance creates additional enforcement provisions that allow for
more flexibility to tailor the penalty to the particular circumstances of the violation. These new enforcement
provisions allow the City to recover its costs incurred in responding to violations, make it a violation not to
reimburse the City for these costs, and create criminal penalties for negligent or knowing violations of the City’s
sewer code. Previously, there were only civil penalties allowed even if a violation was egregious.
Potential impacts to businesses in Kent. All FOG-producing businesses will be required to install a level of FOG-
control commensurate with the amount discharged. The city will work with businesses to assist in evaluating the
need for FOG control and the code will allow as much as six months to install the needed devices. Cleaning and
other maintenance of these devices will be required based on need. Though professional cleaning companies
will be preferred for cleaning and maintenance, the code will allow some flexibility in this area, based on risk of
operation and capability of operators to conduct required cleaning and maintenance.
Potential benefits to businesses in Kent. This proposed code would create a level playing field for FOG
producing businesses in Kent. This proposed code will help create an environment where all FOG-producing
businesses are protecting the city sewer system as well as their own systems. This will minimize the potential for
sewer blockages and backups which can affect city and private sewer lines and property; therefore reducing
potential liability for damage caused by backups.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the city
of Kent, Washington, repealing and readopting
Chapter 7.04 of the Kent City Code, entitled
“Sanitary Sewers” to establish and enhance
regulatory procedures, including the installation of
removal devices and the implementation of best
management practices to remove fats, oils, and
grease from wastewater, and to create additional
enforcement provisions allowing for more flexibility.
RECITALS
A. The city of Kent (“City”) has codified its regulations concerning
its sanitary sewer system in Chapter 7.04 of the Kent City Code (“KCC”). It
has been at least 20 years since many of these regulations have been
updated. Many of the regulations are outdated and do not adequately
address current needs.
B. This ordinance seeks to establish and enhance regulatory
procedures that will allow the City’s Sanitary Sewer System to operate
efficiently and aid in the City’s compliance with state and federal law,
including the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. Some of these
procedures include requiring that all existing and new facilities within the City
that generate and discharge fats, oils, and grease (“FOG”) into wastewater
install, operate, and maintain devices whose functions are to remove this
FOG before it is discharged into the City’s Sanitary Sewer System. These
removal devices are necessary to protect the health, safety, and welfare of
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the public from sewer overflows due to obstructions caused by FOG and other
prohibited materials from being discharged into the Sanitary Sewer System.
C. In addition, this ordinance creates additional enforcement
provisions that allow for more flexibility to tailor the penalty to the particular
circumstances of the violation. These new enforcement provisions allow the
City to recover its costs incurred in responding to violations, make it a
violation not to reimburse the City for these costs, and create criminal
penalties for negligent or knowing violations of the City’s sewer code.
D. The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) responsible official
has determined that the proposed Kent City Code amendments are
procedural in nature, and further SEPA analysis is not required for these local
code amendments. A draft version of this ordinance was submitted to the
Washington State Department of Commerce for expedited review on June 16,
2016, which was granted on July 2, 2016. The ordinance was considered by
the City Land Use and Planning Board after a duly noticed public hearing on
July 25, 2016. This ordinance was also considered by the Public Works
Committee on August 1, 2016, which recommended Council adopt this
ordinance, and it was additionally discussed before the Economic and
Community Development Committee on August 8, 2016. Council has
considered this ordinance, together with all public comment, and has
determined that adoption is appropriate.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT,
WASHINGTON, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
ORDINANCE
SECTION 1.–Repealer – Chapter 7.04 KCC. Chapter 7.04 of the Kent
City Code, entitled “Sanitary Sewer,” is repealed in its entirety.
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SECTION 2.– Adoption – Chapter 7.04 KCC.Title 7 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Utilities,” is amended to adopt a new Chapter 7.04, entitled
“Sanitary Sewers,” as follows:
Chapter 7.04
SANITARY SEWERS
Sec. 7.04.010. Purpose.This chapter shall be deemed an exercise
of the police power of the city; is deemed expedient to maintain the peace,
good government, and welfare of the city and its trade, commerce, and
manufactures, and to ensure greater protection to life and health; and all of
its provisions shall be liberally construed for the accomplishment of such
purposes.
Sec. 7.04.020. Definitions.The following words, terms, and
phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them
in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different
meaning:
A.Best Management Practices or BMP means schedules of activities,
prohibitions of practices, general good housekeeping practices, pollution
prevention and educational practices, maintenance procedures, and other
management practices to prevent or reduce the discharge of pollutants
directly or indirectly to the stormwater system or Waters of the State. BMPs
also include treatment practices, structural methods, and operating
procedures and practices to control site runoff, spillage or leaks, sludge or
water disposal, or drainage from raw materials storage. BMPs are determined
by reference to standard industry practice or applicable state, county, and
local government design and pollution prevention manuals.
B.Building Department means the Building Services Division of the City’s
Department of Economic and Community Development.
C.Building Sewer means that part of the lowest horizontal piping of a
sewer drainage system that receives the discharge of soils, wastes, and other
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drainage pipes inside the walls of a building and carries that waste from the
building’s outside wall to the Public Sanitary Sewer or to an On-site Sewage
System.
D.Clarifier means an Oil/Water Separator as that term is defined in this
section.
E.Day or days means calendar days unless expressly stated otherwise in
a given section or subsection. In addition, any portion of a 24-hour day shall
constitute one full calendar day.
F.Director means the city of Kent public works director, or his or her
designee.
G.Fats, Oils, and Grease or FOG means organic compounds derived from
animal and/or plant sources that are used in, or are a byproduct of, the
cooking or food preparation process, and that turns or may turn viscous or
solidify with a change in temperature or other conditions.
H.Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Generating Facility means any Food
Processing Establishment, Food Service Establishment, Oil Generating
Facility, and any other facility that discharges either Polar FOG or Non-Polar
FOG into the Public Sanitary Sewer.
I.Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Removal Device means any Gravity
Grease Interceptor, Hydromechanical Grease Interceptor, or Oil/Water
Separator that is designed to separate and retain either Polar FOG or Non-
Polar FOG from liquid waste prior to the Wastewater entering the Public
Sanitary Sewer.
J.Food Processing Establishment means a commercial establishment in
which food or drink is manufactured, processed, or packaged.
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K.Food Service Establishment means an establishment primarily engaged
in the activity of preparing, serving, or otherwise making available food or
drink for consumption by the public, including without limitation: a
restaurant; bakery; butcher; tavern; coffee shop; food truck or vending
vehicle; ice cream, smoothie, or yogurt shop; commercial kitchen; caterer;
hotel; school; hospital; prison or correctional facility; and care institution.
L.Gravity Grease Interceptor means a structure or device designed to
separate and retain Polar FOG from Wastewater prior to the Wastewater
exiting the Grease Interceptor and entering the Public Sanitary Sewer. These
devices are often below-ground units in outside areas and are built as two or
three chamber baffled tanks.
M.Grease Interceptor means a Gravity Grease Interceptor as that term is
defined in this section.
N.Grease Trap means a Hydromechanical Grease Interceptor as that term
is defined in this section.
O.Hydromechanical Grease Interceptor means a device designed to
separate and retain Polar FOG from Wastewater prior to the Wastewater
exiting the device and entering the Public Sanitary Sewer and is identified by
flow rate, separation, and retention efficiency. For purposes of this chapter,
this term also includes a “FOG Disposal System” or an “Alternative
Engineered Design” as may be provided for by the Uniform Plumbing Code,
adopted by reference through KCC 14.01.010.
P.Industrial Process means procedures involving chemical, physical,
electrical, or mechanical steps to aid in the manufacturing, processing, or
packaging of products.
Q.Industrial Wastes means the liquid wastes generated from
manufacturing operations, food processing, or other industrial processes.
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R.Interceptor means a Gravity Grease Interceptor or a Grease
Interceptor as those terms are defined in this section.
S.Non-Polar FOG means mineral- or petroleum-based oils and grease.
T. Oil Generating Facility means any facility that generates Wastewater
containing Non-Polar FOG from the use of mineral or petroleum oil and
grease products and discharges oily or sediment-laden Wastewater to the
Public Sanitary Sewer, including without limitation: quick-lube stations,
transportation fueling facilities, vehicle/heavy equipment repair, businesses
using steam or pressure washers, and commercial car wash facilities.
U.Oil/Water Separator means a large-capacity vault, either a baffle-type
or coalescing plate-type separator, that is designed to separate and retain
sediments; oils; deleterious, hazardous, or undesirable matter; and floating
Non-Polar FOG from Wastewater before it is discharged into a Public Sanitary
Sewer.
V.On-site Sewage System is as defined by King County in King County
Code § 13.08.280, as currently enacted or hereafter amended or recodified.
The definition of On-site Sewage System effective at the time this ordinance
was adopted is:
An integrated system of components, located on or nearby the
property it serves, that conveys, stores, treats or provides
subsurface soil treatment and dispersal of sewage. It consists of
a collection system, a treatment component or treatment
sequence, and a soil dispersal component. An on-site sewage
system also refers to a holding tank sewage system or other
system that does not have a soil dispersal component.
W.Person means any individual, firm, business, association, partnership,
corporation, or other legal entity, public or private, however organized.
Because “person” shall include both human and nonhuman entities, any of
the following pronouns may be used to describe a person: he, she, or it.
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X.Person Responsible for the Violation means any of the following: a
person who has titled ownership or legal control of the Premises that is
subject to the regulation; an occupant or other person in control of the
Premises that is subject to the regulation; a developer, builder, business
operator, or owner who is developing, building, or operating a business on
the Premises that is subject to the regulation; or any person who created,
caused, or has allowed the violation to occur on the Premises.
Y.pH means a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution,
expressed in standard units.
Z.Polar FOG means animal or vegetable-based fats, oils, and grease.
AA.Premises means any real property, together with any house, building,
or other structure located upon such real property.
BB.Public Sanitary Sewer means a Sewer owned and operated by a
governmental body or public utility in which all owners of abutting properties
have equal rights of access in accordance with the provisions of this chapter,
and which conveys Wastewater through the Sanitary Sewer System.
CC.Sanitary Sewage means domestic and commercial Wastewater
including flushed toilet water, water from dishwashers, clothes washing
machines, and any other used water that generally is disposed of down
interior household drains.
DD.Sanitary Sewer System means a conveyance, or system of
conveyances, that is designed to convey domestic and commercial
Wastewater away from Premises through a Public Sanitary Sewer to a
collection location for treatment by a governmental body or public utility.
EE.Septic Tank means a watertight pretreatment receptacle receiving the
discharge of sewage from a Building Sewer or Sewers, designed and
constructed to permit separation of settleable and floating solids from the
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liquid, and detention and anaerobic digestion of the organic matter prior to
discharge of the liquid.
FF.Sewage Disposal System means a system for disposing of Sanitary
Sewage either by connection to a Public Sanitary Sewer, or connection to an
Onsite Sewage System that is authorized by the department of Public
Health—Seattle and King County, in accordance with this chapter.
GG.Sewage Treatment Plant means any arrangement of devices and
structures used for treating Sanitary Sewage.
HH.Sewage Works means all facilities for collecting, pumping, treating, and
disposing of Sanitary Sewage.
II.Sewer means a pipe or conduit for carrying Sanitary Sewage.
JJ.Sewer Outfall means a sewer that receives Sanitary Sewage and
carries it, after treatment, to a discharge point into a body of water.
KK.Side Sewer means a gravity flow pipe connecting the Building Sewer to
the Public Sanitary.
LL.Side Stub means the extension from the Public Sanitary Sewer to the
Premises’ property line to which the Building Sewer connects to the Public
Sanitary Sewer.
MM.Stormwater System means facilities through which stormwater is
collected, conveyed, or treated, including without limitation: inlets,
conveyance pipes, pumping facilities, retention and detention basins,
bioinfiltration facilities, drainage channels, and other drainage structures.
NN.Suspended solids means solids that either float on the surface of, or
are in suspension in, water, Sanitary Sewage, or other liquids and that are
removable by laboratory filtering.
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OO.Uniform Plumbing Code means the code that governs the requirements
for the installation, alteration, removal, replacement, repair, or construction
of all plumbing within the state of Washington, and that edition which has
been adopted by KCC 14.01.010(E), as currently enacted or hereafter
amended, for application and enforcement in the city of Kent.
PP.Wastehauler means any person licensed to collect, pump, transport
and/or dispose of Wastewater, Polar FOG, or Non-Polar FOG, and who (i)
holds any valid state license as may be required by Chapter 18.27 RCW, and
(ii) holds a valid business license issued by the city of Kent.
QQ.Wastewater means liquid and water-carried Industrial Wastes and
Sanitary Sewage from residential dwellings, commercial buildings, industrial
and manufacturing facilities, institutions or any other Premises, whether
treated or untreated, which are contributed or conveyed through the Public
Sanitary Sewer.
RR.Watercourse means a channel in which a flow of water occurs either
continuously or intermittently.
SS.Waters of the State means those waters as defined as “waters of the
United States” in 40 CFR 122.2, within the geographic boundaries of the state
of Washington, and those “waters of the state” as defined in Chapter 90.48
RCW, which includes lakes, rivers, ponds, streams, inland waters,
groundwater, salt waters, and all other surface waters and watercourses
within the jurisdiction of the state of Washington.
Unless the context clearly demonstrates the contrary, “shall” is mandatory
and “may” is permissive, when used in this chapter.
Sec. 7.04.030. Powers and authority of the director, inspectors,
and assistants—Discretion of the director.
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A.Access to facilities. The director and other duly authorized employees
of the city, bearing proper credentials and identification, shall be permitted to
enter upon all Premises for the purposes of inspection, observation,
measurements, sampling, and testing in accordance with the provisions of
this chapter. No consent, warrant, or court order is required to enter those
areas open to the public generally or to which no reasonable expectation of
privacy exists.
B.Director discretion. In applying, interpreting, and enforcing this
chapter, the director has the authority to impose additional conditions, to
waive or alter the application of any requirement in any particular situation
under the facts then-existing, or to alter any performance required under this
chapter where the director determines such departure is necessary to
mitigate identified or potentially negative impacts to the Sanitary Sewer
System or public health, safety, or welfare.
Sec. 7.04.040. Connection with Public Sanitary Sewer.It shall
be unlawful for any person to make any opening in any Public Sanitary
Sewer; to connect any private Sewer or drain therewith; or to lay, repair,
alter, or connect any private drain or Sewer in any public street, alley, right-
of-way, or easement, except as provided within this section.
A.Connection—Licensed contractor. A contractor may conduct the work
provided for within this section if the contractor is qualified and: (i) holds a
valid state contractor’s license as defined in Chapter 18.27 RCW, (ii) holds a
valid business license issued by the city, and (iii) has first obtained any
required city approval or permit.
A licensed contractor shall be responsible for all work done within any
public street, alley, easement area, or other city right of way, or under any
permits issued to the contractor under any other provision of this chapter. It
shall be the duty of every licensed contractor to leave with the City public
works department the name and telephone number of the person responsible
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for the work to be conducted in any public street, alley, easement area, or
other city right-of-way area.
B.Connection—Owner.The owner or occupant of the Premises, or such
person’s agent, may connect a Side Sewer to a Side Stub with the approval of
and under the supervision of the director, after having first obtained all
required permits. All other work must be performed by a qualified and
licensed contractor.
Upon granting any approval for connection of a Side Sewer to the
Public Sanitary Sewer Side Stub, such person, including any future or
subsequent owner, shall be responsible for all costs of maintenance, repair,
removal of obstructions, cleaning, and operation of the Side Sewer, including
that portion of the Side Sewer extending into the city’s right-of-way and
connecting to the Public Sanitary Sewer, including without limitation the tee
and Side Stub thereto. Acceptance of a Side Sewer connection under the
provisions of this chapter within or outside of the city’s right-of-way shall not
be deemed to create a duty upon the city to repair, maintain, replace, or
clean the same.
Sec. 7.04.050. Permit required to construct, extend, or repair
Sewer.A permit is required for all work to construct, extend, relay, or repair
a Building Sewer or a Side Sewer, or to make any connection to a Side Stub
or the Public Sanitary Sewer, whether that work is performed on private
property or within the city right-of-way. In addition to any conditions
expressed on the permit, all Sewer permits are subject to the provisions of
this chapter. The director shall be allowed to inspect the work at any stage of
construction and, in any event, the applicant for the permit shall notify the
director when the work is ready for final inspection, and before any
underground portions are covered. Work shall be done by the owner or a
licensed contractor as provided for in this chapter.
Sec. 7.04.060. Permits for additional work required.When a
permit has been issued, no additional work outside of the particular work for
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which the permit was issued shall be completed without the advance approval
of the director, and a new permit must be obtained for such additional work.
Sec. 7.04.070. Permit and inspection fees.
A.Fees—Generally. The city council shall, by resolution, establish the
fees to be assessed to implement and operate the regulations adopted in this
chapter. An additional charge will be made if review and inspection time
exceeds three and one-half hours. The hourly rate for this additional staff
time shall be paid at the rate as established by council resolution. The fee
shall be paid to the city before the permit is issued. In the event of any
conflict or ambiguity regarding any fees authorized under this chapter and
established by council resolution, the director is authorized to interpret the
fee schedule(s) to resolve that conflict or ambiguity.
B.On-site Sewage System fees—Public health. Permits to construct,
install, or repair On-Site Sewage Systems are issued by the department of
Public Health—Seattle and King County in accordance with the King County
Code. Application for all necessary permits and payment of associated fees
shall be made directly to the department of Public Health—Seattle and King
County.
C.Unauthorized work—Penalty. When work is commenced or performed
without first obtaining the required permit, the basic permit fee will be
doubled, however, the payment of that doubled fee will not relieve the person
responsible for the violation from full compliance with all of the requirements
of this chapter in the execution, inspection, or approval of the work, or from
any other penalties that may be provided for by local, state, or federal law,
including criminal penalties.
Sec. 7.04.080. Issuance of temporary permit.At the discretion of
the director, a temporary permit may be issued permitting temporary
connection to a Public Sanitary Sewer, Sewer Outfall, or Side Sewer. This
temporary permit may be issued when, in the opinion of the director, failure
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to do so would endanger human health or the environment. A temporary
permit is revocable by the director upon providing 60 days’ advance written
notice to the owner, occupant, and the permit applicant. This notice shall be
given by posting the notice on the Premises for which the permit was issued,
or by mailing notice to any other address known by the City for the owner,
occupant, and applicant. If the private Sewer or drain is not disconnected at
the expiration of such notice, the director may disconnect the Sewer or drain
and collect the cost of such disconnection from the owner, occupant, or
permit applicant through the issuance of an invoice in accordance with KCC
7.04.270(A). Any permittee granted a temporary permit under this section
will hold the city harmless from any damage by reason of the issuance or
revocation of a temporary permit, or the disconnection of a temporary
connection, as provided for under this section.
Sec. 7.04.090. Display of permits.Any permit required by this
chapter must, at all times during the performance of the work and until
completion and final approval thereof, be posted in a conspicuous place at or
near the permitted work Premises.
Sec. 7.04.100. Permit time limit—Extension.Any permit issued
under the provisions of this chapter shall be valid for a period of six months.
In the event work is not completed within the time specified on the permit,
an extension must be requested through the city permit center. Permit
extension approvals will be granted on a case-by-case basis. No more than
two extensions may be issued, at which time a new permit must be obtained.
Sec. 7.04.110. Permits to install or repair On-Site Sewage
Systems.
A.Permit required. It shall be unlawful for any person to construct,
install, or repair any On-Site Sewage System within the city without first
obtaining a permit from the department of Public Health—Seattle and King
County, or any other approval that department may require. That department
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shall issue permits pursuant to the applicable King County standards, and the
permit shall, until all work is completed and final approval obtained, be
posted in a conspicuous place at or near the permitted work Premises.
B.Disposal of contents. All liquids and solids removed from an On-Site
Sewage System shall be disposed of to the satisfaction of the director and in
accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
Sec. 7.04.120. Construction standards.All Sewers and Side
Sewers shall be installed in strict accordance with the specifications contained
in any existing city ordinance or code, any construction standards, any
international or uniform codes that the city has adopted or adopts in the
future, and any conditions imposed upon an issued permit. All construction
shall be subject to the inspection of the director.
Sec. 7.04.130. Use of Public Sanitary Sewer required.
A.Proper sanitation required. It shall be unlawful for any person to place,
deposit, or permit to be deposited in an unsanitary manner upon public or
private property within the city or in any area under the jurisdiction of the
city, any human or animal excrement, or other objectionable waste.
B.Sewage disposal system—Chapter compliance required. Except as
provided in this chapter, it shall be unlawful to construct or maintain any
privy, privy vault, septic tank, cesspool, or other facility intended or used for
the disposal of sewage.
C.Connection to Public Sanitary Sewer required. The owners of all
houses, buildings, properties or other Premises used in any manner for
human occupancy situated within or without the city that abut any street,
alley, or easement in which there is located a Public Sanitary Sewer of the
city shall, at their expense, install suitable toilet facilities therein and connect
those facilities directly to the proper Public Sanitary Sewer within 90 days
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from the date of official notice to do so, provided that the Public Sanitary
Sewer is within 200 feet of any building on the owner’s property.
D.Failure to connect when required. In addition to any other penalty
authorized by this chapter, a property owner who fails to connect to the
Public Sanitary Sewer within 90 days of receiving official notice to do so, shall
be subject to a penalty that shall be a monetary charge in an amount equal
to the base monthly sewer rate that would be charged against that property if
it were connected to the Public Sanitary Sewer. The city’s finance department
shall assess the penalty against the property through its utility billing system.
E.Lien for costs and charges. Pursuant to RCW 35.67.200, failure to pay
the penalties levied pursuant to this section shall constitute a lien for those
delinquent and unpaid charges against the Premises to which the service is
available. This lien shall be superior to all other liens and encumbrances
except general taxes and local and special assessments.
F.Interest assessed for delinquencies. All delinquent charges imposed
under the authority of this section shall bear interest at the rate of eight
percent per annum computed on a monthly basis.
Sec. 7.04.140. Privy wells or vaults, cesspools—prohibited.No
privy well, vault, or cesspool may be used or maintained if such use or
maintenance is detrimental or dangerous to life or health. If such condition
exists, the director may prohibit use of the privy well, vault, or cesspool and
may order the same to be disinfected and filled with fresh earth. The director
will notify in writing the owner and occupant of such Premises that the privy
well, vault, or cesspool must be disinfected and filled with fresh earth, and a
suitable sewage disposal system, either public or private, constructed within a
period of 20 days from and after the time when such notice shall be served,
or such later date as the director may determine and identify within the
notice.
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Sec. 7.04.150. On-Site Sewage Systems—Responsibilities of
Owner and Occupant.Maintenance and repair of an On-Site Sewage
System is the sole responsibility of the owner and occupant of the Premises,
who shall maintain the system in accordance with all applicable laws and
regulations, including the following:
A.Prohibited discharge to Public Sanitary Sewer. No On-Site Sewage
System may discharge to any Public Sanitary Sewer.
B.Abandoned facility—Requirement to fill. Any septic tanks, cesspools,
and similar On-Site Sewage Systems whose use has been abandoned shall be
filled with suitable material and in a manner that will insure the public safety,
health, and well-being. Such abandonment must be permitted through the
department of Public Health—Seattle and King County under KCC 7.04.110.
C.Maintain sanitation. All On-Site Sewage Systems shall be operated and
maintained in a sanitary manner at the entire and sole expense of the owner
and occupant.
D.Repairs required.Whenever, in the judgment of the director or any
public health officer, any On-Site Sewage System shall fail to function
properly, or the continued use of such private On-Site Sewage System will be
detrimental to life or health, the director may order such work to be done
upon the Premises where the On-Site Sewage System is situated as
necessary to restore and insure sanitary conditions upon such Premises. In
such event, the director will notify in writing the owner and occupant of such
Premises of the work required under this subsection. Unless otherwise
ordered by the department of Public Health—Seattle and King County, work
shall be completed within a period of 180 days from and after the time when
such notice shall be served, or such other time period determined appropriate
by the director and warranted by the then-existing circumstances. The work
shall be done in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
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Sec. 7.04.160. City may connect and assess costs.
A.Failure to act—Connection made by city at cost of owner. If any owner
or occupant shall fail, neglect, or refuse to connect its Premises to the Public
Sanitary Sewer within the time specified in any notice provided under this
chapter, or shall fail, neglect, or refuse to do the other work specified and
ordered to be done as this chapter provides, the director may make such
connection or do such work and collect the cost thereof from the owner,
occupant, or other person responsible for the violation through the issuance
of an invoice in accordance with KCC 7.04.270(A).
B.Cost to become a lien. If unpaid, this cost shall additionally be
assessed and become a lien against the Premises as authorized by law.
Sec. 7.04.170. Side Sewer and private Sewer pipes—
Maintenance and repair—Violation.
A.Side Sewer.
1.Condition likely to cause obstruction—Violation. It is a violation
of this chapter for there to exist in any Side Sewer a visually evident
accumulation of FOG of animal, vegetable, mineral, or petroleum origin
which, either alone or in combination with other wastes, is reasonably likely
to obstruct flow or interfere with the operation or performance of any part of
the Sanitary Sewer System. If the director shall give notice to the person
responsible for the violation of such condition and of the corrective action
necessary, it is a further violation of this chapter for such person to fail to
take such corrective action.
2.Damaged or Noncompliant Sewer—Notice and repair—Violation.
When any Side Sewer, whether upon private property or upon the city’s
right-of-way, is constructed, laid, connected, or repaired and does not comply
with the provisions of this chapter or any construction standards or codes
that may hereafter be adopted, or where it is determined by the director that
a Side Sewer is obstructed, broken, inadequate, is a menace to health, or is
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liable to cause damage to public or private property, the director shall give
notice to the person responsible for the violation of such condition and the
required corrective action. It is a violation of this chapter for such person to
fail to take the required corrective action by the date specified in that notice.
B.Private Sewer. Whenever any private Sewer connected to any Public
Sanitary Sewer becomes obstructed, broken, or out of order and the person
responsible for the violation fails to repair the same within five days after
notification by the director, the director is hereby authorized to remove,
reconstruct, replace, alter, or clear the same as required at the expense of
the person responsible for the violation, which expense shall be collected
through the issuance of an invoice in accordance with KCC 7.04.270(A).
When two or more houses or buildings are connected to the same private
Sewer, the owners, agents, or occupants of such Premises shall be jointly and
severally liable for any work done at the direction of the director under this
section. No permit shall be required for the removal of obstructions from
private Sewers, provided the Sewer pipe is not damaged.
Sec. 7.04.180. Use of Public Sanitary Sewer.
A.Discharge of storm or surface water to Sanitary Sewer System—
Prohibited. No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged any
stormwater, surface water, groundwater, or roof run-off, to the Sanitary
Sewer System, unless expressly authorized by the Director.
B.Prohibited discharges to Sanitary Sewer System. Except as otherwise
provided in this chapter, no person shall discharge or cause to be discharged
any of the following described substances to the Sanitary Sewer System:
1. Any liquid or vapor having a temperature higher than 150
degrees Fahrenheit;
2. Any water or waste that may contain more than 100 parts per
million by weight of FOG;
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3. Any gasoline, benzene, naphtha, fuel oil, or other flammable or
explosive liquid, solid, or gas;
4. Any emulsifying agent, enzyme, bio-additive, or similar
chemical;
5. Any animal guts or tissue, paunch manure, bones, hair, hides or
fleshings, entrails, fish guts or skin, seafood shells, cloth, carpet fibers,
plastic, ashes, cinders, sand, mud, straw, shavings, metal, glass, rags,
feathers, tar, plastics, wood, grass clippings, brewing or distilling slops, spent
grain or hops, lard, tallow, baking dough, coffee grounds, tea leaves or any
other solid or viscous substance capable of causing obstruction to the flow in
sewers or other interference with the proper operation of the sewage works;
6. Any waters or wastes having a pH lower than 5.5 or higher than
9.0 or having any corrosive property capable of causing damage or hazard to
structures, equipment, and personnel of the Sewage Works;
7. Any waters or wastes containing a toxic or poisonous substance
in sufficient quantity to injure or interfere with any sewage treatment
process, to constitute a hazard to humans or animals, or to create any hazard
in the receiving waters of the Sewage Treatment Plant;
8. Any waters or wastes containing suspended solids of such
character and quantity that unusual attention or expense is required to
handle such materials at the Sewage Treatment Plant;
9. Any noxious or malodorous gas or substance capable of creating
a public nuisance;
10. Any liquid containing more than 350 parts per million by weight
of suspended solids; or
11. Any discharge with an average daily flow greater than two
percent of the average daily sewage flow of the city without the prior review
and approval of the director.
C.Protection of Sanitary Sewer System. The following provisions are
enacted in an effort to protect the Sanitary Sewer System from obstruction
and to ensure its proper operation.
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1.FOG Removal Device required. All FOG Generating Facilities
shall install, operate, and maintain FOG Removal Devices of an approved type
and adequate size to effectively remove Polar and Non-Polar FOG, sludge,
and settled solids from Wastewater prior to the Wastewater entering the
Public Sanitary Sewer. The city understands that there is a cost attributable
to installing a FOG Removal Device. Therefore, all FOG Generating Facilities
operating at a location within the city as of the original adoption date of this
section (______, _____, 2016)1 shall install a FOG Removal Device within
180 days of receiving notification by the city that such a FOG Removal Device
is required. All FOG Generating Facilities that open or relocate within the city
after the above-referenced adoption date must install, operate, and maintain
a FOG Removal Device in compliance with this chapter prior to commencing
operation.
a.Installation of a FOG Removal Device.All FOG Removal
Devices shall be installed as required by this chapter and shall conform in all
respects to the Uniform Plumbing Code or other applicable building codes
adopted for application in the city through Chapters 13.01 and 14.01 of the
Kent City Code, including size, type, and installation method, unless
otherwise approved by the director.Plans, specifications, and other pertinent
information relating to proposed FOG Removal Devices shall be submitted for
the approval of the director. No construction of such facilities shall be
commenced until such approvals are obtained in writing. FOG Generating
Facilities are responsible for obtaining a plumbing permit and final inspection
approval before the FOG Removal Device may be put into operation. A FOG
Removal Device shall be installed at locations where they are readily and
easily accessible for cleaning, maintenance, and inspection.
b.Maintenance of FOG Removal Device. All FOG Removal
Devices shall be maintained and operated by the FOG Generating Facility at
its own expense. These FOG Removal Devices shall be kept in continuous
operation at all times, and shall be maintained in accordance with the
1 Code reviser to insert into the Kent City Code this ordinance’s adoption date.
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Uniform Plumbing Code, established BMPs, and other federal, state, and local
law.
(1)Minimum frequency of maintenance. At a
minimum, all FOG Removal Devices shall be maintained as required by this
subsection. However, an increase in the cleaning frequency and additional
BMPs may be required to reflect the actual operating conditions of each FOG
Generating Facility.
(a)Grease Interceptor.Maintenance of Grease
Interceptors must be scheduled often enough so that Polar FOG and settled
solids and sludge do not leave the device through its outlet. At a minimum,
the Grease Interceptor must be cleaned when: (i) the volume of FOG and
settled sludge and solids constitute 25 percent of the effective liquid volume;
or (ii) if the inlet or outlet displays visible buildup or is obstructed with FOG or
other debris. In no event shall the maintenance frequency be less than once
every six months.
(b)Grease Trap. Maintenance of Grease Traps
must be scheduled often enough so that FOG and settled solids and sludge do
not leave the device through its outlet.At a minimum, Grease Traps shall be
cleaned when: (i) the volume of FOG and settled sludge and solids constitute
25 percent of the effective liquid volume; or (ii) if the inlet, outlet, flow
control, or vent displays visible buildup or is obstructed with FOG or other
debris. In no event shall the maintenance frequency be less than once every
month. Unless specifically required or permitted by the City, no food waste
disposal unit or dishwasher shall be connected to or discharge into any
Grease Trap.
(c)Oil/Water Separator. Oil/Water Separators
shall be cleaned when the buildup is eight inches deep in the inlet chamber or
when there are two inches or more of oil in any chamber of the Oil/Water
Separator. Coalescing plates must be cleaned before they become coated
with silt or solids.
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(2)Performance of maintenance. Cleaning, inspection,
and maintenance must be performed by a licensed contractor and/or
Wastehauler qualified to perform such activities on a FOG Removal Device.
(a)Required maintenance for Grease
Interceptors and Oil/Water Separators. Maintenance for Grease Interceptors
and Oil/Water Separators shall include without limitation the removal of the
full contents of the Grease Interceptor and Oil/Water Separator including
Polar and Non-Polar FOG, liquids, and settled sludge and solids from the
device’s walls, baffles, inlet, outlet tee, piping, and floors. During
maintenance, Grease Interceptors and Oil/Water Separators shall be
inspected for internal and external damage, obstructions, leaks, and missing
or damaged components. It is a violation of this chapter to merely skim the
surface layer of waste material, to only partially clean the Grease Interceptor
or Oil/Water Separator, or to use any method that does not remove the
entire contents of the Grease Interceptor or Oil/Water Separator. The Grease
Interceptor and Oil/Water Separator shall be filled with clean cold water
before returning to service. If cleaning and repairs are required, they shall
be performed within seven days of discovery.
(b)Required maintenance for Grease Traps.
Maintenance for Grease Traps shall include without limitation the removal of
the full contents of the device including FOG, liquids, and settled sludge and
solids. Removable baffles, plugs, and outlets shall be removed and cleaned,
and the walls, cleanout, and all other components of the device shall be
scraped free of accumulated FOG and food waste. During maintenance, the
device shall be inspected for leaking seams and pipes; damaged or missing
gaskets, lids, bolts, and latches; corrosion; and for effective operation of the
baffles, venting, and flow-regulating device. The Grease Trap shall be filled
with cold clean water before it is returned to service. If cleaning and repairs
are required, they shall be performed within seven days of discovery.
(3)Disposal of material removed during maintenance.
All FOG removed from a FOG Generating Facility shall be disposed of or
recycled in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
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(4)Maintenance records. Records of all maintenance
activities shall be retained after each maintenance event and shall be made
readily available to the city for review via email or in person.
2.Industrial Wastes—Control manhole—When required. Any
business, establishment, or person who uses the Sanitary Sewer System to
carry Industrial Wastes shall install and properly maintain a suitable control
manhole in the Premises’ Sewer to facilitate observation, sampling, and
measurement of the wastes. Such manhole shall be installed at a location
where it is readily accessible, safe, and constructed in accordance with plans
approved by the director. The control manhole shall be installed by the owner
at the owner’s expense, and maintained by the owner so as to be safe and
accessible at all times.
3.Waste cooking oil—Collection and proper disposal. Waste
cooking oil shall be collected and stored in appropriate receptacles such as
drums or bins at all FOG Generating Facilities and then disposed of or
recycled in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Such storage
receptacles shall be maintained by implementing proper BMPs to ensure they
are watertight and do not leak.
4.Vegetable and fruit canneries—Collection and proper waste
disposal. Vegetable and fruit canneries shall provide an efficient screen for
the removal of skins, seeds, pomace, culls, discarded produce, and other
suspended material and waste from the washing, sorting, or other canning
processes. This screen must be 20-mesh, U.S. standard gauge, and may be
of the vibrating, rotary, or any other effective type. It shall be located on the
main outlet Sewer line or lines from the cannery in such a way that all
Wastewaters, except cooling or other clean waters, will pass through the
screen. Cooling or other clean waters may be bypassed around the screen or
discharged through a separate outlet. Screened and other solid material
removed from the product during cannery operations shall be disposed of in a
manner consistent with state solid waste handling regulations, and, in any
event, in such a manner that it will not enter a Water of the State or the
Sanitary Sewer System.
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5.Standard applicable and measurement location. All
measurements, tests, and analysis of the characteristics of waters and wastes
to which reference is made in this chapter shall be determined in accordance
with Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Sewage, available
online at www.standardmethods.org, and shall be determined at the location
of the control manhole required under KCC 7.04.180(C)(2) and based upon
suitable samples taken from that location. If no control manhole has been
required under KCC 7.04.180(C)(2), the control manhole shall be considered
to be the nearest downstream manhole in the Sanitary Sewer System at the
point at which the Building Sewer is connected to the Public Sanitary Sewer.
Sec. 7.04.190. Damage to Sewage Works.No person shall cause
to break, damage, destroy, uncover, deface, or tamper with any structure,
appurtenance, or equipment which is a part of the Sewage Works.
Sec. 7.04.200. Planting of certain trees and shrubbery
prohibited.It shall be unlawful to plant poplar, cottonwood, soft maples,
willow, or any other tree or shrub in any location where the roots of such tree
or shrub are likely to obstruct or damage public or private Sewers. The
director is hereby authorized to remove any trees or shrubs from any public
street, or the roots of any trees or shrubs which extend into any public street
or right-of-way, when such trees or the roots thereof are obstructing, or
when the director has determined that they are liable to obstruct, public or
private Sewers. The director shall give ten days’ advance written notice to the
owner, agent, or occupant of the abutting property to remove such trees or
roots, and it is a violation of this chapter for such owner, agent, or occupant
to fail to timely and properly comply with the director’s notice.
If the owner, agent, or occupant fails or refuses to comply with the
director’s notice, the director may remove the trees or roots when the city’s
access to the property is legally authorized, and the reasonable cost of such
removal, whether that removal is from private property, rights-of-way, alleys,
or streets, shall be a charge against and a lien upon the abutting property
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from which such trees or shrubs are removed, which may additionally be
collected against the abutting property owner in accordance with KCC
7.04.270.
Sec. 7.04.210. Property not assessed for Sanitary Sewer
construction under a local improvement district to pay sum in lieu of
assessment.
A. No permits shall issue for connection to any Public Sanitary Sewer for
any property that has not been assessed for the construction of such Sewer
by a local improvement district, except as follows:
1. Property that was not assessed for a local improvement district,
but which has a Public Sanitary Sewer in the street, alley, or sewer easement
abutting such property shall be charged an assessment on the same basis as
property that was in the local improvement district.
2. Satisfactory arrangement shall be made with the finance director
for payment prior to the issuing of any permits provided for in subsection
(A)(1) above.
B. Side Sewers constructed without the payment of the above charges
shall be disconnected if, within 15 days after the owner and occupant have
been notified by the director that the above charge are due, the owner or
occupant fail to pay such charges.
Sec. 7.04.220. Schedule of charges for service.The following
charges for city Sanitary Sewer service inside the city limits are in effect on
the dates and in the amounts listed below. Sewer service charges for
customers residing outside the city shall be the charges as on file in the city
clerk’s office.
King County imposes a Sanitary Sewer service charge for regional
sewage treatment. These charges are passed through, without increase,
directly to the city Sanitary Sewer utility customers. The King County pass-
through charge for 2013 is known and established. It is expected, however,
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that King County will increase its pass-through charge over time. Accordingly,
except for the 2013 charge, all other King County charges are estimates only.
In order to simplify the rate-making structure, the finance director is
authorized to amend King County’s pass-through charges at the time King
County imposes new charges.
Type of Service Charges per
Month
Effective on
1/1/2013
Charges per
Month
Effective on
1/1/2014
Charges per
Month
Effective on
1/1/2015
Charges per
Month
Effective on
1/1/2016
Charges per
Month
Effective on
1/1/2017
Charges per
Month
Effective on
1/1/2018
1.Single-family residential
dwelling, as defined in
Chapter 15.02 KCC.
•City sewer rate $17.27 $17.96 $18.68 $19.43 $20.21 $21.02
•King County sewer
rate
$39.79 $39.79*$39.79*$39.79*$39.79*$39.79*
•Total sewer rate $57.06 $57.75*$58.47*$59.22*$60.00*$60.81*
2.Two-family or multiple-
family residential
dwelling, as defined in
Chapter 15.02 KCC,
each unit separately
metered and charged.
•City sewer rate $17.27 $17.96 $18.68 $19.43 $20.21 $21.02
•King County sewer
rate
$39.79 $39.79*$39.79*$39.79*$39.79*$39.79*
•Total sewer rate $57.06 $57.75*$58.47*$59.22*$60.00*$60.81*
3.Single-family
residential/lifeline:
eligibility criteria for the
lifeline utility rate set
forth in KCC 7.01.080
•City sewer rate $12.70 $12.85 $13.01 $13.18 $13.35 $13.53
•King County sewer
rate
$39.79 $39.79*$39.79*$39.79*$39.79*$39.79*
•Total sewer rate $52.49 $52.64*$52.80*$52.97*$53.14*$53.32*
4.All other than service
types 1, 2 and 3 shall
be billed in accordance
with the consumption of
water and at the
following rate, except
that no monthly bill
shall be less than the
single-family residential
rate set forth in service
type No. 1.
$7.61 per 100
cubic feet per
month
$7.70*1 per
100 cubic feet
per month
$7.80*1 per
100 cubic feet
per month
$7.90*1 per
100 cubic feet
per month
$8.00*1 per
100 cubic feet
per month
$8.11*1 per
100 cubic feet
per month
* Estimated
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Sec. 7.04.230. Water meters for METRO billing.All sewer
accounts for other than single-family residential uses must have water meters
or sewer meters for billing purposes.
Sec. 7.04.240. Exemption meters.The amount of flow for the
purpose of sewer service billing may be measured by a sewer meter installed
and maintained at the customer’s expense or by reading a water meter with
allowance made for water measured by any exemption meter which has been
approved by both METRO and the city.
Sec. 7.04.250. Certification of sewer meters.All sewer meters
shall be certified for accuracy at least once each year by an independent
testing agency. If the city demands an inspection other than a regular annual
inspection and the inspection reveals that the meter is operating properly, the
city shall bear the cost of the inspection; otherwise, the cost shall be borne
by the customer.
Sec. 7.04.260. Sewer service to customers obtaining water
from sources other than the city water utility.For Sanitary Sewer
service to customers obtaining water from sources other than the city water
utility, the following regulations shall apply:
1. Single-family residential customers shall pay the flat rate which
is on file in the city clerk’s office.
2. All customers other than single-family residential shall install a
meter on their source of water within 30 days of date of application or service
will be discontinued. Upon request of the customer, the city will install a
meter in accordance with its standard practice for such installations.
3. City personnel will read the privately owned meters on normal
water meter reading dates.
4. If the meter is the property of a water district or other municipal
corporation, the customer must submit written permission from the water
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district or municipal corporation for the city meter reader to read such meter
on the normal reading date.
Sec. 7.04.270. Violations and enforcement—Penalties.Any
violation of any provision of this chapter may be enforced as provided for in
this section. Each separate date, or portion thereof, during which any
violation occurs shall constitute a separate violation.
A.Recovery of costs incurred by the City. In addition to any penalty
provided for in KCC 7.04.270(B) through KCC 7.04.270(D), a person who
violates any of the provisions of this chapter shall be liable for all costs
incurred by the City as a result of the violation. The City will issue an invoice
to the person responsible for the violation advising him or her of the amount
of costs incurred by the City as a result of the violation. The person to whom
the invoice was directed must respond within 14 days of the date the invoice
is served upon that person by: (i) paying the invoice, (ii) requesting a
hearing before the City’s hearing examiner to mitigate the amount of the
invoice, or (iii) requesting a hearing before the City’s hearing examiner to
contest the amount of the invoice. Failure to timely respond shall result in
the invoice being deemed valid and the City may seek collection of the
invoice through the process provided for in Chapter 3.10 of the Kent City
Code, including the use of a collection agency. Payment of any invoice issued
shall not alleviate the person responsible for the violation from complying
with this chapter.
1.Service of notice. Service of an invoice issued under KCC
7.04.270(A) shall occur and is deemed complete in the same manner and
under the same provisions as provided for in KCC 1.04.060.
2.Process to mitigate or contest invoice. The process through
which a person may request a hearing to contest or mitigate an invoice
issued to him or her as a person responsible for the violation is the same as
that provided for Notices of Violation under KCC 1.04.120 through KCC
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1.04.190. The hearing examiner’s decision as to any invoice issued under
KCC 7.04.240(A) is final and may not be further appealed.
3.Failure to pay—Civil infraction. The failure to timely pay an
invoice issued under KCC 7.04.270(A), or any mitigated invoice amount set
by the hearing examiner, is a separate violation that may be enforced
through the issuance of a civil infraction pursuant to KCC 7.04.270(B).
B.Civil infraction. A person who violates any provision of this chapter
may be issued a class 1 civil infraction2 as set forth in RCW 7.80.120, as
currently enacted or hereafter amended. An infraction issued pursuant to
this section shall be filed in the Kent Municipal Court and processed in the
same manner as other infractions filed in the Kent Municipal Court. In
addition, a civil code enforcement action may be instituted in accordance with
KCC 7.04.270(C) to effectuate any abatement or corrective action required by
the person as a result of the violation.
C.Civil code enforcement. In addition to, or as an alternative to any
other penalty provided for in this chapter or by law, a civil code enforcement
action may be instituted under the provisions provided for in Chapter 1.04
KCC to effectuate any abatement or corrective action required as a result of a
violation of this chapter, including the issuance of a stop use or stop work
order under KCC 1.04.090 – KCC 1.04.110. The process through which the
person responsible for the violation may contest a stop use or stop work
order is the same as that provided for Notices of Violation under KCC
1.04.120 through KCC 1.04.190. Failure to timely abate the violation or take
the required corrective action will result in the issuance of a fine in
accordance with KCC 1.04.080 and KCC 1.04.200, which fine will be separate
and apart from any fine that may have been issued under KCC 7.04.240(B).
2 Reference note for staff and Council, not to be codified: Class 1 - Base fine $250, total fine $513
($277.44 local, rest to state); Class 2 - Base fine $125, total fine $257 ($133.28 local, rest to state);
Class 3 - Base fine $50, total fine $103 ($46.24 local, rest to state); Class 4 - Base fine $25, total fine $52
($34 local, rest to state).
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D.Criminal offense. Except as may otherwise be provided, a person who:
1. Negligently violates a provision of this chapter is guilty of a
misdemeanor, punishable by up to the maximum penalty established in RCW
9A.20.021(3) as now enacted or hereafter amended; or who
2. Knowingly violates a provision of this chapter, or commits a
repeated violation of this chapter, is guilty of a gross misdemeanor,
punishable by up to the maximum penalty established in RCW 9A.20.021(2),
as now enacted or hereafter amended.
a. For purposes of this section “repeated violation” means,
as evidenced by either a prior committed finding by the Kent Municipal Court
of an infraction issued under this chapter, or a committed finding by the
Hearing Examiner of a Notice of Violation issued under Chapter 1.04 KCC, or
a committed finding by operation of law under KCC 1.04.130, that a violation
of this chapter has occurred on the same property or that a person
responsible for the violation has committed a violation of this chapter
elsewhere within the city of Kent. To constitute a “repeat violation,” the
violation need not be the same violation as the prior violation.
3. If a person is found guilty of a criminal offense as provided for in
this KCC 7.04.270(D), or pleads guilty to another offense on recommendation
of the prosecutor, the court shall order the defendant pay restitution to the
City of Kent, or any other victim of the offense, for the total suffered loss or
damage by reason of the commission of the crime.
SECTION 3.– Savings.The existing Chapter 7.04 of the Kent City
Code, which is repealed and replaced by this ordinance, shall remain in full
force and effect until the effective date of this ordinance.
SECTION 4.– Severability.If any one or more section, subsection, or
sentence of this ordinance is held to be unconstitutional or invalid, that
decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this ordinance
and the same shall maintain its full force and effect.
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SECTION 5.– Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser.Upon
approval of the city attorney, the city clerk and the code reviser are
authorized to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the
correction of clerical errors; ordinance, section or subsection numbering; or
references to other local, state or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations.
SECTION 6.– Effective Date.This ordinance shall take effect and be
in force thirty (30) days from and after its passage as provided by law.
SUZETTE COOKE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
SUE HANSON, INTERIM CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TOM BRUBAKER, CITY ATTORNEY
PASSED:day of , 2016.
APPROVED: day of , 2016.
PUBLISHED: day of , 2016.
I hereby certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance No.
passed by the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington, and approved by
the Mayor of the City of Kent as hereon indicated.
(SEAL)
SUE HANSON, INTERIM CITY CLERK
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J. LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 400 West Gowe Street
Kent, WA 98032-5895
Date: June 20, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee
Members PW Committee Meeting Date: August 1, 2016
From: Ken Langholz, Interim Design Engineering Manager
Through: Chad Bieren, P.E., City Engineer
Item 7: Puget Sound Energy Easement on James Street
Pump Station Property
Summary: The James Street Pump Station located at 704 Woodford Ave. N. is
under construction. As part of the project, Puget Sound Energy (PSE) electrical
facilities need to be installed on site. PSE requires an easement from the City in
order to install its facilities on City property.
Exhibits: Puget Sound Energy Easement
Budget Impact: There are no additional budget impacts attributed to this
easement.
MOTION: Move to recommend Council authorize the Mayor to sign
the Puget Sound Energy easement for installation of electrical
facilities on the James Street Pump Station property, subject to
final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public
Works Director.
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RETURN ADDRESS:
Puget Sound Energy, Inc.
Attn: ROW Department
PO Box 97034 / EST-06W-TH
Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
EASEMENT
REFERENCE #:
GRANTOR (Owner): THE CITY OF KENT
GRANTEE (PSE): PUGET SOUND ENERGY, INC.
SHORT LEGAL: A Portion of the SE ¼ of Sec. 13, T. 22N, R. 4E, W.M.
ASSESSOR’S PROPERTY TAX PARCEL: 914710-0005
For and in consideration of good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby
acknowledged, THE CITY OF KENT, a Washington municipal corporation (“Owner" herein), hereby grants and
conveys to PUGET SOUND ENERGY, INC., a Washington corporation ("PSE" herein), for the purposes described
below, a nonexclusive perpetual easement over, under, along across and through the following described real
property (the "Property" herein) in King County, Washington:
LOT 1, BLOCK 1, WALMSLEY’S ADDITION TO CITY OF KENT, ACCORDING TO THE
PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 45 OF PLATS, PAGE 15, RECORDS OF
KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON; EXCEPT THAT PORTION OF SAID PREMISES
CONDEMED IN KING COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT CAUSE NO. 706251 FOR STREET
PURPOSE.
Except as may be otherwise set forth herein PSE's rights shall be exercised upon that portion of the Property
("Easement Area" herein) described as follows:
SEE EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND BY THIS REFERENCE MADE A PART HEREOF.
A DIAGRAM DEPICTING THE APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF THE EASEMENT AREA IS
ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “B”, AS A VISUAL AID ONLY.
1. Purpose. PSE shall have the right to use the Easement Area to construct, operate, maintain, repair,
replace, improve, remove, upgrade and extend one or more utility systems for purposes of transmission, distribution
and sale of electricity. Such systems may include, but are not limited to:
Underground facilities. Conduits, lines, cables, vaults, switches and transformers for electricity; fiber optic
cable and other lines, cables and facilities for communications; semi-buried or ground-mounted facilities and
pads, manholes, meters, fixtures, attachments and any and all other facilities or appurtenances necessary or
convenient to any or all of the foregoing.
Following the initial construction of all or a portion of its systems, PSE may, from time to time, construct such
additional facilities as it may require for such systems, provided that PSE receives written approval of owner prior to
the construction of any additional facilities, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. PSE shall have the
right of access to the Easement Area over and across the Property to enable PSE to exercise its rights granted in this
easement.
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2. Easement Area Clearing and Maintenance. PSE shall have the right, but not the obligation to cut,
remove and dispose of any and all brush, trees or other vegetation in the Easement Area. PSE shall also have the
right, but not the obligation, to control, on a continuing basis and by any prudent and reasonable means, the
establishment and growth of brush, trees or other vegetation in the Easement Area.
3. Trees Outside Easement Area. PSE shall have the right to cut, trim remove and dispose of any trees
located on the Property outside the Easement Area that could, in PSE’s sole judgment, interfere with or create a
hazard to PSE’s systems. PSE shall, except in the event of an emergency, prior to the exercise o f such right, identify
such trees and make a reasonable effort to give Owner prior notice that such trees will be cut, trimmed, removed or
disposed. Owner shall be entitled to compensation for the actual market value of merchantable timber (if any) cut
and removed from the Property by PSE.
4. Restoration. Following initial installation, repair or extension of its facilities, PSE shall, to the extent
reasonably practicable, restore landscaping and surfaces and portions of the Property affected by PSE’s work to the
condition existing immediately prior to such work, unless said work was done at the request of Owner, in which case
Owner shall be responsible for such restoration. All restoration which is the responsibility of PSE shall be performed
as soon as reasonably possible after the completion of PSE’s work and shall be coordinated with Owner so as to
cause the minimum amount of disruption to Owner’s use of the Property.
5. Owner's Use of Easement Area. Owner reserves the right to use the Easement Area for any purpose
not inconsistent with the rights herein granted, provided, however, Owner shall not excavate within or otherwise
change the grade of the Easement Area or construct or maintain any buildings or structures on the Easement Area
and Owner shall do no blasting within 300 feet of PSE's facilities without PSE's prior written consent.
6. Indemnity. PSE agrees to indemnify Owner from and against liability incurred by Owner as a result of
the negligence of PSE or its contractors in the exercise of the rights herein granted to PSE, but nothing herein shall
require PSE to indemnify Owner for that portion of any such liability attributable to the negligence of Owner or the
negligence of others.
7. Termination. The rights herein granted shall continue until such time as PSE terminates such right by
written instrument, or PSE abandons and ceases to use the Easement Area for a period of five consecutive years. If
terminated, any improvements remaining in the Easement Area shall become the property of Owner. No termination
shall be deemed to have occurred by PSE’s failure to initially install its systems within the Easement Area, within any
period of time from the date hereof.
8. Successors and Assigns. PSE shall have the right to assign, apportion or otherwise transfer any or all
of its rights, benefits, privileges and interests arising in and under this easement. Without limiting the generality of the
foregoing, the rights and obligations of the parties shall be binding upon their respective successors and assigns.
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DATED this _______ day of ________________________________, 20_____.
GRANTOR: THE CITY OF KENT, a Washington municipal corporation
By: ___________________________________
Suzette Cook
Its: ________ _Mayor___ _______________
STATE OF WASHINGTON )
) SS
COUNTY OF __King______ )
On this _______ day of ______________________, 20 16, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in
and for the State of Washington, duly commissioned and sworn, personally appeared
________________________________________________________, to me known to be the person(s) who signed
as ______the Mayor____, of THE CITY OF KENT, a Washington municipal corporation, the corporation that
executed the within and foregoing instrument, and acknowledged said instrument to be his/her free and voluntary act
and deed and the free and voluntary act and deed of said corporation for the uses and purposes therein mentioned;
and on oath stated that he/she was authorized to execute the said instrument on behalf of said corporation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and official seal the day and year first above written.
__________________________________________________
(Signature of Notary)
__________________________________________________
(Print or stamp name of Notary)
NOTARY PUBLIC in and for the State of Washington, residing
at ________________________________________________
My Appointment Expires: ______________________________
Notary seal, text and all notations must be inside 1” margins
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PUGET SOUND ENERGY, INC.
By: ___________________________________
(Name)
Its: ________ _________ _______________
(title)
STATE OF WASHINGTON )
) SS
COUNTY OF __King______ )
On this _______ day of ______________________, 2016, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in
and for the State of Washington, duly commissioned and sworn, personally appeared
________________________________________________________, to me known to be the person(s) who signed
as ______________________________________________________, of PUGET SOUND ENERGY, INC., the
corporation that executed the within and foregoing instrument, and acknowledged said instrument to be his/her free
and voluntary act and deed and the free and voluntary act and deed of said corporation for the uses and purposes
therein mentioned; and on oath stated that he/she was authorized to execute the said instrument on behalf of said
corporation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and official seal the day and year first above written.
__________________________________________________
(Signature of Notary)
__________________________________________________
(Print or stamp name of Notary)
NOTARY PUBLIC in and for the State of Washington, residing
at ________________________________________________
My Appointment Expires: ______________________________
Notary seal, text and all notations must be inside 1” margins
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EXHIBIT “A”
EASEMENT DESCRIPTION
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EXHIBIT “B”
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 400 West Gowe Street
Kent, WA 98032-5895
Date: August 1, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee Members
Public Works Committee Meeting Date: August 1, 2016
From: Lacey Jane Wolfe, Senior Transportation Planner
Through: Chad Bieren, P.E., City Engineer
Item 8: Information Only/Potential Transportation Grant Opportunities
Summary: Staff will present recommendations for upcoming transportation grant
opportunities.
Exhibits: None
Budget Impact: None
NO MOTION REQUIRED/INFORMATION ONLY
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J. LaPorte, P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 400 West Gowe Street
Kent, WA 98032-5895
Date: August 1, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee Members
PW Committee Meeting Date: April 6, 2015
From: Kelly Peterson, AICP – Transportation Engineering Mgr. Special Projects
Through: Chad Bieren, PE – City Engineer
Item 9: Information Only/Traffic Signal System – Lightning Damage
Summary: Staff will give an update on damage to signal controllers due to lightning.
Kent has 119 signalized intersections, of which 85 have old signal controllers that are no
longer supported by the manufacturer. We have updated 24 intersections recently with
modern controllers as part of the grant funded citywide traffic signal system upgrade project.
Older controllers are not able to be used at intersections where flashing yellow arrows ar e
used, or for communications purposes between the flashing yellow intersections and the
traffic signal system.
Damage from lightning impacts the traffic signal system and can be limited to an individual
electronic integrated circuit chip, which is often not visible or damage can be extensive to the
boards or controllers rendering component unrepairable. When possible, the signal
technicians repair these older controllers using parts obtained from other jurisdictions. All
methods to protect the system from lightning are used, including proper grounding
techniques.
Annual costs due to lightning damage have ranged from $0 to a high of $100,000 in 2008.
The average cost ranges from $15,000 - $20,000. Currently, $48,000 has been budgeted for
signal parts for 119 signals, 12 advanced warning flashing signals, 12 radar speed signs and
49 school flashers.
Exhibit: None
Budget Impact: As summarized above.
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
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Timothy J. LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 400 West Gowe Street
Kent, WA 98032-5895
Date: July 21, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee Members
PW Committee Meeting Date: August 1, 2016
From: Kelly Peterson, Transportation Engineering Mgr. Special Projects
Through: Chad Bieren, P.E., City Engineer
Item 10: Information Only/Residential Traffic Calming Update
Summary: The City receives complaints about speeding and cut-through traffic at
approximately 20 locations per year. Public Works and the Police Department work
with citizens to address concerns through traffic studies, education and
enforcement. If these measures are not successful, a physical solution such as
speed bumps, traffic circles or speed radar signs may be implemented, if funding is
available. A number of neighborhoods and/or residents are working through the
Residential Traffic Calming Program (RTCP) to address concerns related to speeding
and cut-through traffic. Currently there are five locations that meet the RTCP criteria
for physical devices:
98th Ave S near East Hill Elementary – Speed bumps
152nd Ave SE / SE 208th St – Speed Radar Signs
148th Ave SE /152nd Way near 149th Ave SE – Speed Radar Signs
Lakeside Blvd. West near 44th Ave S – Speed Radar Signs
Riverview Blvd near 44th Ave S. – Speed Radar Signs
Exhibit: None
Budget Impact: Funding for these projects has been proposed as part of the
proposed Business & Occupation expenditures for 2017 and 2018.
INFORMATION ONLY/NO ACTION REQUIRED
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Timothy J. LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 400 West Gowe Street
Kent, WA 98032-5895
Date: July 25, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee Members
Meeting Date: August 1, 2016
From: Eric Connor, Construction Engineering Manager
Through: Chad Bieren, P.E., City Engineer
Item 11: Information Only/Construction Projects Update
Summary: Staff will provide an update on construction project progress to date.
Exhibit: None
Budget Impact: None
INFORMATION ITEM/NO MOTION REQUIRED
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Timothy J. LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 400 West Gowe Street
Kent, WA 98032-5895
Date: July 25, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee Members
Meeting Date: August 1, 2016
From: Chad Bieren, P.E., City Engineer
Item 12: Information Only/Quiet Zone Update
Summary: Staff will provide an update on progress to date.
Exhibit: None
Budget Impact: None
INFORMATION ITEM/NO MOTION REQUIRED
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Revised 7/18/2016
Proposed
East Valley Highway - between S 196th St and S 180th St (overlay, PE match only)100,000
S 212th St & 72nd Ave Intersection (concrete intersection)1,000,000
S 208th St - vic 92nd Ave S to 96th Ave S - snake hill (guardrail)200,000
S 212th St - 91st Pl S (Winco) to 500 ft east - Winco Hill (guardrail)100,000
James St - Central Ave N to Jason Ave N (concrete street)1,400,000
Contracted Projects Totals 2,800,000
Proposed
Bridge Structural Rating (Required by FHWA) (Consultant)60,000
Lane Line Markings aka Pavement Markings (Paint and RPM's)300,000
Thermoplastic Pavement Markings (crosswalks, stop lines, arrows, etc.)225,000
Crack Sealing 150,000
Guardrail Repairs 110,000
Sidewalk,Walking Path and ADA Improvements 850,000
ADA Transition Plan 80,000
Crosswalk Safety Improvements (Includes Removal)250,000
Street Tree Replacement/Maintenance 375,000
Quiet Zone Improvements 300,000
Contracted Street Services Totals 2,700,000
Proposed
Concrete Sidewalk Replacement Program 700,000
Traffic Sign Replacement 250,000
In House Street Services Totals 950,000
Proposed Street & Sidewalk: Grand Total 6,450,000
Proposed
Street light Pole Damage Replacement 100,000
Additional Street Light 200,000
Street Light Services Totals 300,000
Proposed
Traffic Loop Replacement 50,000
Traffic Signal Controller Cabinets and Signal Parts 300,000
Flashing Yellow Left Turn Arrows Phase 3 (Valley Area)200,000
-228th St Corridor - 76th Ave to Lakeside Blvd E
Signal Services Totals 550,000
Proposed Street Lights & Signals: Grand Total 850,000
Proposed
98th Ave SE - SE 240th St to 248th St 60,000
Residential Traffic Calming Measures (e.g. speed radar signs)140,000
Residential Traffic Calming Totals 200,000
Residential Traffic Calming: Grand Total 200,000
Total Proposed Utilization of B&O Funds in 2017 7,500,000*
* The total assumes some carry over funds from 2016. Some expenditures may be delayed into 2018 to stay within fund balance
Residential Traffic Calming
Proposed Utilization of 2017 Business and Occupation Funds
Streets & Sidewalks
Street Lights & Signals
Contracted Projects
Contracted Street Services
In House Street Services
Street Light Services (for Principal Arterials and Minor Arterials Only)
Signal Services
Residential Traffic Calming
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Proposed
Misty Meadows 800,000
Star Lake Highlands 800,000
Seven Oaks (SE 259 Pl, 117th Pl SE, SE 256 Pl) 300,000
Contracted Overlay Projects Totals 1,900,000
Proposed
SE 280th St - 121th Ave SE west to CDS @ Kent Ridge Estates 35,000
122nd Pl SE - SE 280th SE north and south to CDS @ Kent Ridge Estates 60,000
123rd Pl SE - SE 280th St north to CDS @ Kent Ridge Estates 50,000
Highridge - S 265th Pl and 99 Pl S 50,000
SE 255th Pl - 118 Ave SE to west CDS @ Teresa Terrace 20,000
SE 255th St - 118 Ave SE to east CDS @ Teresa Terrace 15,000
SE 254th St - 118 Ave SE to east CDS @ Teresa Terrace 25,000
SE 253th St - 118 Ave SE to east CDS @ Teresa Terrace 25,000
117th Pl SE - SE 254th Pl to north and south CDS T.P. @ Teresa Terrace 40,000
S 252nd Pl - SR 99 to west City Limits vic 23rd Pl S 60,000
105th Ave SE - SE 224th St to SE 222nd St 55,000
SE 217th St - 108th Ave SE to 350 ft east of 108th Ave SE 55,000
103 Pl SE - SE 222nd St to SE 220th St 50,000
118th Ave SE - SE 277th Pl to south City Limits 60,000
In-House Overlay Projects Totals 600,000
Proposed Residential Streets: Grand Total 2,500,000
Proposed
Additional ADA Curb Ramps and Sidewalk 200,000
ADA Upgrade Totals 200,000
Proposed Residential Sidewalks: Grand Total 200,000
Total Proposed Utilization of Residential Street Maintenance & Repair Funds 2,700,000
In-House Grind/Overlay Projects
ADA Compliance - Contracted Work
Residential Streets
Residential Sidewalks
Contracted Overlay Projects
Proposed Utilization of 2017 Residential Street Maintenance and Repair Funds
P:\Public\Operations\Streets\2017 BO and Garbage Utility Fund Utilization.xlsx Revised 7/18/2016
James St Conc.
S 212th St/72nd Ave Conc. Int.
East Valley Hwy(Engineering, grant match)
Winco Hill Guardrail
S 208th St Guardrail
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Proposed Improvements
ProjectType, Labor Asphalt Overlay - ContractorConcrete Street - ContractorNew Guardrail - Contractor
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Misty Meadows
Seven Oaks
Star Lake Highlands
Highridge
Teresa Terrace
SE 217th St
105th Ave SE103th Ave SE
S 252nd Pl
Kent Ridge Estates
118th Ave
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City of Kent2017 Asphalt OverlayWork Plan - Garbage Tax
LegendProposed Improvements
ProjectType, Labor Asphalt Overlay - Street CrewAsphalt Overlay - Contractor
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Proposed Utilization of 2018 Business and Occupation Funds
Not In Proposal Proposed
East Valley Highway - between S 196th St and S 180th St (overlay Construction match only)1,400,000
S 212th St - bridge at Green River - (bridge deck resurfacing)400,000
S 212th St / S 208th St - SR-167 to 96th Pl S (concrete, curb lanes only)1,000,000
76th Ave S - S 228th St to S 212th St (concrete street, not including drainage)6,000,000$
S 212th St - West Valley Highway to East Valley Rd (overlay)3,500,000$
S 196th St - S 200th St bridge to West Valley Highway (overlay)4,500,000$
S 196th St - West Valley Highway to 72nd Ave S (overlay)1,500,000$
S 196th St - S 196th St bridge to 84th Ave S (overlay)2,500,000$
80 Ave S - S 190th St to S 180th St - (concrete street)2,000,000$
Roundabout @ 4th Ave S & Willis St Intersection (possible HSIP match only)250,000$
S 208th St - 96th Pl S to Benson Rd (concrete curb lanes, overlay inner lanes)5,000,000$
Contracted Projects Totals 25,250,000 2,800,000
Proposed
Pavement Rating (Consultant)75,000
Lane Line Markings aka Pavement Markings (Paint and RPM's)300,000
Thermoplastic Pavement Markings (crosswalks, stop lines, arrows, etc. - not including new crosswalks)215,000
Crack Sealing 125,000
Guardrail Repairs 110,000
Sidewalk,Walking Path and ADA Improvements 450,000
Crosswalk Safety Improvements (new crosswalks)150,000
Street Tree Replacement/Maintenance 375,000
Quiet Zone Improvements (Phase 2)300,000
Contracted Street Services Totals 2,100,000
Proposed
Concrete Sidewalk Replacement Program 700,000
Traffic Sign Replacement 250,000
In House Street Services Totals 950,000
Proposed Street & Sidewalk: Grand Total 5,850,000
Proposed
Street Light Pole Damage Replacement 100,000
Additional Street Lights 100,000
Street Light Services Totals 200,000
Proposed
Traffic Loop Replacement 50,000
Traffic Signal Controller Cabinets and Signal Parts 300,000
Flashing Yellow Left Turn Arrows Phase 4 and 5 200,000
-84th Ave S. (Phase 4)
-S 212th Street (Phase 5)
Signal Services Totals 550,000
Proposed Street Lights & Signals: Grand Total 750,000
Proposed
Residential Traffic Calming Measures (e.g. speed radar signs)100,000
Residential Traffic Calming Totals 100,000
Residential Traffic Calming: Grand Total 100,000
Total Proposed Utilization of 2018 Business and Occupation Funds 6,700,000
* Some expenditures may be delayed into 2019 to stay within fund balance.
REV: July 18, 2016
Residential Traffic Calming
Streets & Sidewalks
Street Lights & Signals
Contracted Projects
Contracted Street Services
In House Street Services
Street Light Services (for Principal Arterials and Minor Arterials Only)
Signal Services
Residential Traffic Calming
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Proposed Utilization of 2018 Residential Street Maintenance and Repair Funds
Proposed
S 268th St - Military Rd S to 46th Ave S 550,000
Meridian Glen (overlay)900,000
Alderwood 300,000
103 Pl SE - SE 204th St to north cul-de-sac 100,000
Contracted Overlay Projects Totals 1,850,000
Proposed
121st Ave SE - SE 282nd St & SE 280th St 60,000
121st Pl SE - SE 280th St to SE 277th Pl 55,000
SE 254th Pl - 116 Ave SE to 118 Ave SE @ Teresa Terrace (overlay)60,000
105th Ave SE - SE 235th St to 400 ft north of SE 235th St 50,000
108th Ave SE - SE 235th St to SE 232nd Pl 60,000
North Peak Crest (137th Ave, 239th St)60,000
264th Pl - 116th Ave SE to SE 265th Ct (Fox Creek)55,000
In-House Grind and Overlay Projects Totals 400,000
Proposed
124th Ave SE - SE 256th St to SE 248th St 60,000
SE 248th St - 104th Ave SE to 109th Ave SE 60,000
In House Grind/Inlay Projects Totals 120,000
Proposed
Residential Crack Sealing (Contracted)130,000
- Del Mar
In House Grind/Inlay Projects Totals 130,000
Proposed Residential Streets: Grand Total 2,500,000
Proposed
ADA Curb Ramps and Sidewalk 200,000
ADA Compliance Totals 200,000
Proposed Residential Sidewalks: Grand Total 200,000
Total Proposed Utilization of 2018 Residential Street Maintenance and Repair Funds 2,700,000
REV: July 18, 2016
In-House Grind and Overlay Projects
In-House Grind/Inlay Projects
ADA Compliance - Contracted Work
Residential Street - Crack Sealing
Residential Streets
Residential Sidewalks
Contracted Overlay Projects
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East Valley Hwy
S 212th St Bridge
S 212th St / S 208th St
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City of Kent2018 Pavement Rehabilitation and Bridge WorkWork Plan - B&O
LegendProposed Improvements
ProjectType, Labor Asphalt Overlay - ContractorConcrete Pavement - ContractorBridge Work - Contractor
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North Peak Crest
Del Mar
264th Pl
Teresa Terrace
103rd Pl SEAlderwood
121st Pl SE121st Ave SE
Meridian Glen
105th Ave SE
108th Ave SE
SE 248th St
124th Ave SE
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S 268th St
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City of Kent2018 Pavement RehabilitationWork Plan - Garbage Tax
LegendProposed Improvements
ProjectType, Labor Grind/Inlay, Street CrewAsphalt Overlay - Street CrewAsphalt Overlay - ContractorCrack Sealing, Contractor
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