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Councilmembers: Brenda FincherDana Ralph•Dennis Higgins, Chair
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October 17, 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 October 3, 2016 Minutes YES None 03 03
5. Proposed Revisions to KCC 14.09 Flood
Hazard Regulations
YES Chris Wadsworth 15 07
6. Info Only/Street Light Policy Update NO Lacey Jane Wolfe
Kristin Lykken
15 21
7. Info Only/Sidewalk Presentation NO Brent Collins
Etuate Lolohea
15 27
8. Info Only/Quiet Zone Update NO Chad Bieren 05 29
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Public Works Committee Minutes
October 3, 2016
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Item 1 – Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 4:00 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: There was one item added to the agenda –
Information Only – 228th Street Union Pacific Railroad Project Update it was heard
as Item 9B.
Item 4 – Approval of Meeting Minutes Dated September 19, 2016:
Committee member Fincher MOVED to approve the minutes of September
19, 2016. The motion was SECONDED by Committee member Ralph and
PASSED 3-0.
Item 5 –Ordinance Revising Enforcement Provisions of Illicit Discharge
Code:
Assistant City Attorney, Tammy White noted that this ordinance amends KCC
7.14.150 to make a third remedy available to the City of Kent—a civil infraction. By
adding an option for a civil infraction, a police officer will be able to use his or her
discretion to determine whether criminal charges or a civil infraction is most
appropriate depending upon the particular situation’s circumstances. Additionally,
this ordinance expressly provides that a violator must reimburse the City of Kent for
any costs it incurs as a result of the prohibited discharge. Failure to contest,
mitigate, or pay the City’s costs within fourteen (14) calendar days of invoice is also
a violation for which an officer may issue a civil infraction.
White gave a couple of examples of how the infractions would be issued and noted
that if the violation is minor a citation can be written. Shawn Gilbertson’s staff is
the experts in the field and will work with Police when an infraction is to be written.
Committee member Ralph MOVED to recommend Council adopt an
ordinance that amends section 7.14.150 of the Kent City Code to expand
the enforcement options available to the City when its illicit discharge code
provisions are violated. The motion was SECONDED by Committee member
Fincher and PASSED 3-0.
Item 6 – Joint Funding Agreement for Water Resources Investigations with
the U.S. Geological Survey:
Mike Mactutis, Environmental Engineering Manager noted that the stream flow
measured at the gage at Rock Creek and Kent Kangley Road is included in the Clark
Springs Habitat Conservation Plan as a criteria to determine the City’s
augmentation of flows in Rock Creek from October through December.
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This agreement will provide for operation, maintenance and data collection at six
gages. Two are located on Mill Creek, one on Springbrook Creek, two on Rock
Creek, and one on the Green River.
Mactutis noted these gages provide valuable information on stream and weather
conditions, including water surface elevations, flow levels and amounts of
precipitation. This information is used to calibrate stream flow models and increase
the accuracy of City design of stormwater flood projection models as well as
respond to flood events more effectively.
The city of Kent has an ongoing partnership with the U.S. Geological Survey
(USGS) for stream data collection. For federal fiscal year 2017, The City of Kent
will contribute $68,750 to the total annual program costs of $114,400 with the
USGS and the city of Tukwila providing the remainder. Committee member Higgins
asked how we inquire about changing local sponsors to the percentage back to
what they used to be. Gilbertson said he would ask.
Gage information is available at
http://waterdata.usgs.gov/wa/nwis/current?type=flow.
Committee Member Fincher MOVED to recommend Council authorize the
Mayor to sign the Joint Funding Agreement for water Resources
Investigations between the City of Kent and the U.S. Geological Survey,
upon concurrence of the language therein by the City Attorney and Public
Works Director. The motion was SECONDED by Committee member Ralph
and PASSED 3-0.
Item 7 – Information Only/Fall Recycling Event/Composter Sale Oct. 15,
2016:
Gina Hungerford, Conservation Coordinator noted that the Fall Recycling Event will
be taking place on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Hogan Park at Russell Road
24400 Russell Road from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Residents are able to bring items
that are not easily recycled at the curb, including appliances, tires,
concrete/asphalt, Styrofoam and up to 3 boxes of documents to shred at no charge.
Hungerford noted that in the future reminder post cards would not be sent out due
to the cost. Staff will take advantage of the city web site, Facebook and other social
media outlets. For more information go to www.KentRecycles.com.
Hungerford also noted that King County Repair Time will take place at the Kent
Senior Center on Thursday from 3 – 6 pm, bring your small household items that
aren’t working and see if you can get them working again.
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
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Item 8 – Information Only/Vactor Solid Waste Disposal:
Greg Reed, Utility Superintendent noted that in June 2016, staff informed the Public
Works Committee of the approximately 1,200 cubic yards of material that contained
high levels of contaminants that requires disposal. Since that presentation, the
second stock-pile of material on hand (900 cubic yards) was tested. Test results for
contaminants were again high, requiring a certified disposal site to accept the
material.
Reed explained that through normal business operations of catch basin pumping
and drainage ditch cleaning, a considerable volume of soil material is generated by
the drainage utility. The material is temporarily stock-piled and processed at the
utilities Vactor decant facility located along 64th Avenue South. The level of
contaminants (hydrocarbons and metals) within the material is tested prior to
disposal to determine an appropriate disposal location.
Reed noted that a contract to load, haul and dispose of both stock-piles of
contaminated material at a certified/permitted site was publically advertised. One
bid was received from Rivers Edge Environmental Services in the amount of
$217,056. Staff recommends awarding this contract at the October 4, 2016 Council
Meeting.
Higgins concurs with not letting staff take time from their daily job duties to dispose
of the material. Reed noted that in the future staff will not let the piles get so large
and will separate them in two piles to better manage “hot” material.
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
Item 9 – Utility Tax Ordinance Proposed Revision - Recommend:
Kelly Peterson, Transportation Manager noted that at the request of the Public
Works Committee, staff has examined and proposed draft language to broaden the
solid waste utility tax ordinance provisions.
The proposal would include the ability to fund the planning design and installation
of neighborhood traffic calming devices, crosswalks and appurtenances within the
funding source. The current code allows only for the maintenance and replacement
of existing infrastructure. It was decided that this item would go under other
business on the October 18, 2016 Council agenda.
Committee Member Ralph MOVED to recommend Council adopt an
ordinance amending the Kent City Code 3.18.020(A) (5) to allow revenue
from the solid waste utility tax to be used for the installation of residential
traffic calming control devices, crosswalks and appurtenances, up to a
maximum of $150,000 per year, 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.
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ADDED Item 9B – Information Only/228th Street Union Pacific Railroad
Update:
Tim LaPorte, Public Works Director gave a brief update on the S 228th Street
project. LaPorte noted that Susanne Provencio Smith and Mark Madfai have been
key players with the project. They have been working with Puget Sound Energy
(PSE) in the coordination of the raising of transmission lines in the area. Smith
showed video of a drone flying over the site while construction was in progress.
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
Item 10 – Information Only/Quiet Zone:
Chad Bieren, Deputy Director Civil Engineer noted that we have received the scope
of work from the consultant staff is working on the dollar amount which will be just
under $100,000. Staff is working on getting a representative from the Burlington
Northern Railroad to come to a Public Works committee meeting to discuss their
railroad crossings. Bieren noted that we would need $300,000 to cover the
infrastructure more money will be needed for the fencing and signal work for the
quiet zone. There will be more discussion on this topic at Tuesdays Council
Workshop. Bieren will continue to work at getting a representative from the BNRR
to come to a future meeting.
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
The meeting was adjourned at 5:11 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: October 4, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee Members
PW Committee Meeting Date: October 17, 2016
From: Chris Wadsworth, CFM, Civil Engineering Designer II
Mike Mactutis, Environmental Engineering Manager
Through: Chad Bieren, P.E., Deputy Director/City Engineer
Item 5: Proposed Revisions to KCC 14.09 Flood Hazard Regulations
[ZCA-2016-10]
Summary: After holding a public hearing on September 26, 2016, the Land Use and
Planning Board recommended to the City Council approval of the attached
amendments to Chapter 14.09 of the Kent City Code, entitled Flood Hazard
Regulations.
These amendments address tasks identified by FEMA to meet the mandatory
minimum requirements for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program
(NFIP). The changes include modification of the definition of Substantial
Improvement, the addition of a definition for Substantial Damage, and a rewrite of
the variances from flood hazard regulations.
These changes provide several benefits beyond ensuring the City’s continued
participation in the NFIP. They allow for a more comprehensive picture when
assessing damages to existing structures from flood waters, and any other type of
damage. They also close a potential loophole that may have allowed for
development to extend into a regulatory floodway. These provide the City with
valuable tools in enforcing its flood hazard regulations. The recommended changes
help clarify the city’s existing flood hazard code; no new flood hazard regulations are
being proposed.
Exhibit: Draft Ordinance
Budget Impact: None
Motion: Move to recommend Council approve amendments to Chapter
14.09 of the Kent City Code, entitled Flood Hazard Regulations, subject to
final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works
Director.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the
City of Kent, Washington, amending Section
14.09.010 and Section 14.09.220 of the Kent City
Code pertaining to flood hazard regulations.
RECITALS
A. On December 1st, 2015 a Community Assistance Visit (CAV)
was made by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to
ensure the enforcement of federal mandatory minimum flood hazard
regulations required for participation as a community in the National Flood
Insurance Program (NFIP).
B. Two changes to the city’s current flood hazard regulations
(Ch. 14.09 KCC) are required to ensure compliance with FEMA’s
mandatory minimums for participation in the NFIP. The changes apply to
the city’s flood hazard definitions (KCC 14.09.010) and flood hazard
variances (KCC 14.09.220) sections.
C. The required change to KCC 14.09.010 adds a definition for
Substantial Damage and ties the new language to the current definition for
Substantial Improvement. The definition for Substantial Improvement is
also updated to reflect the added definition. The revised language presents
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a more comprehensive picture when assessing damages to existing
structures.
D. The required change to KCC 14.09.220 replaces the current
code language with a more detailed process for obtaining a variance from
flood hazard regulations, and closes a potential loophole that may have
allowed for development to extend into a regulatory floodway. This change
has the ancillary benefit of detaching KCC 14.09.220 from KCC 11.06.100.
E. The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) responsible official
has determined that the proposed Kent City Code amendments do not
reflect significant changes to amendments to Chapter 14.09 KCC
completed in 2015, where environmental review resulted in issuance on
April 3, 2015, of an Addendum to the City’s Comprehensive Plan
Environmental Impact Statement, and further SEPA analysis is not
required for these local code amendments.
F. A draft version of this ordinance was submitted to the
Washington State Department of Commerce for expedited review on
September ______, 2016. The ordinance was considered by the City Land
Use and Planning Board after a duly noticed public hearing on September
26, 2016. This ordinance was also considered by the Economic and
Community Development Committee on October 10, 2016, which
recommended Council adopt this ordinance. 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:
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ORDINANCE
SECTION 1. - Amendment. Section 14.09.010 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Definitions,” is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 14.09.010 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. Appeal means a request for review of any final action pursuant to
this chapter, or of the interpretation of any provision of this chapter by any
city official.
B. Area of shallow flooding means the land within the floodplain where
the base flood depths range from one to three feet; a clearly defined
channel does not exist; the path of flooding is unpredictable and
indeterminate; and velocity flow may be evident.
C. Base flood means the flood having a one percent chance of being
equaled or exceeded in any given year, also referred to as the 100-year
flood.
D. Base flood elevation means the actual elevation (in mean sea level)
of the water surface of the base flood determined by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or other qualified person or
agency as described in this chapter.
E. Basement means any area of the building having its floor subgrade
(below ground level) on all sides.
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F. Best available data means: (1) the data provided by FEMA in a
scientific and engineering report entitled Flood Insurance Study for King
County, Washington and Incorporated Areas, dated May 16, 1995, along
with the accompanying Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), including any
subsequent revisions thereto; or (2) hydrologic and hydraulic analyses
performed in accordance with standard engineering practice and in
accordance with FEMA standards contained in 44 C.F.R. Part 65.
G. Compensatory flood storage means any new, excavated flood
storage volume equivalent to any flood storage capacity which has been or
would be eliminated by filling or grading within the special flood hazard
area. The compensatory flood storage must be provided within the special
flood hazard area and be free draining.
H. Critical facility means a facility for which even a slight chance of
flooding might be too great. Critical facilities include, but are not limited to,
schools, nursing homes, hospitals, police, fire, and emergency response
installations; and public and private facilities which produce, use, or store
hazardous materials or hazardous waste as defined by the State
Department of Ecology.
I. Development means any proposed or actual manmade changes to
improved or unimproved real estate, including, but not limited to, buildings
or other structures, mining, dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation,
drilling operations located within the special flood hazard area and other
site preparation activities, storage of materials or equipment, subdivision
of land, removal of substantial amounts of vegetation, or alteration of
natural site characteristics.
J. Director means the city of Kent economic and community
development director or the director’s designee.
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K. Fill means the addition of soil, sand, rock, gravel, sediment, walls,
structures and their associated internal volume, or other material by
artificial means.
L. Flood or flooding means a general and temporary condition of partial
or complete inundation of normally dry land areas from:
1. The overflow of inland or tidal waters;
2. The unusual and rapid accumulation of runoff of surface water
from any source.
M. Flood fringe means the portion of the special flood hazard area
outside of the floodway which is generally covered by floodwaters during
the base flood.
N. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) means the official map on which
FEMA has delineated both the special flood hazard areas and the risk
premium zones applicable to the community.
O. Flood insurance study means the official report provided by FEMA
that includes flood profiles, the FIRM, and the water surface elevation of
the base flood.
P. Flood protection elevation means is a minimum of two feet above
the base flood elevation.
Q. Flood season means the period from October 1st to March 31st
during which, historically, the frequency, distribution, and volume (inches
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of rainfall) of storms in the Green River Basin have been the largest and all
known major floods have occurred.
R. Floodplain means that portion of a river or stream channel and
adjacent lands which are subject to the base flood flooding.
S. Floodway means the channel of the stream and that portion of the
adjoining special flood hazard area which is necessary to contain and
discharge the base flood flow without increasing the base flood elevation
more than one foot.
T. Lowest floor means the lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area
(including basement). An unfinished or flood-resistant enclosure, usable
solely for parking of vehicles, building access, or storage, in an area other
than a basement area, is not considered a building’s lowest floor;
provided, that such enclosure is not built so as to render the structure in
violation of the applicable nonelevation design requirements of this
chapter.
U. Manufactured home means a structure, used for residential or
commercial purposes, transportable in one or more sections, which is built
on a permanent chassis and is designed for use with or without a
permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities. For
floodplain management purposes the term manufactured home also
includes park trailers, travel trailers, and other similar vehicles placed on a
site for greater than 180 consecutive days. For insurance purposes the
term manufactured home does not include park trailers, travel trailers, and
other similar vehicles.
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V. Manufactured home park or subdivision means a parcel (or
contiguous parcels) of land divided into two or more manufactured home
lots for rent or sale.
W. No net fill means that if any fill is brought on to a site for the
construction of a structure or access road then an equal amount of
soil/material will be removed from the site. Earthen fill must be obtained
from the same site, to the extent practicable. The soil removed must be
from within the boundaries of the site, to the extent practicable, and from
within the special flood hazard area. If not practical, soil could be removed
from property in the immediate vicinity and within the special flood hazard
area. The area from which the soil is removed must be able to drain
completely into the adjoining watercourse following a flood.
X. New construction means structures for which the start of
construction commenced on or after the effective date of the ordinance
codified in this chapter.
Y. Recreational vehicle means a vehicle which is:
1. Built on a single chassis;
2. Four hundred square feet or less when measured at the
largest horizontal projection;
3. Designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a
light duty truck; and
4. Designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as
temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal
use.
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Z. Special flood hazard area means the total area subject to inundation
by the base flood identified by FEMA in a report entitled The Flood
Insurance Study for King County, Washington and Incorporated Areas,
dated May 16, 1995, with accompanying pages on file with King County or
the city of Kent department of economic and community development.
AA. Start of construction includes substantial improvement, and means
the date a building permit was issued, provided the actual start of
construction, repair, reconstruction, placement, or other improvement was
within 180 days after the permit issuance date. The actual start means
either the first placement of permanent construction of a structure on a
site, such as the pouring of slab or footings, the installation of piles, the
construction of columns, or any work beyond the stage of excavation; or
the placement of a manufactured home on a foundation. Permanent
construction does not include submission of an application for development
or land preparation, such as clearing, grading, and filling; nor does it
include the installation of streets or walkways; nor does it include
excavation for a basement, footings, piers, or foundations or the erection
of temporary forms; nor does it include the installation on the property of
accessory buildings, such as garages or sheds not occupied as dwelling
units or not part of the main structure.
BB. Structure means that which is built or constructed, or an edifice or
building of any kind or any piece of work composed of parts joined
together in some definite manner, and includes posts for fences and signs.
It specifically includes buildings that are not fully enclosed on all sides
where the orientation may affect the flow of floodwaters, but does not
include mounds of earth or debris.
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CC. Substantial improvement means any repair, remodeling,
reconstruction, or improvement of a structure, the cost of which equals or
exceeds 50 percent of the appraised fair market value of the structure
either:
1. Before the improvement or repair is started; or
2. If the structure has been damaged, regardless of whether or
not it is determined to be substantial damage, and is being restored,
before the damage occurred.
For the purposes of this definition, substantial improvement is considered
to occur when the first alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor, or other
structural part of the building commences, whether or not that alteration
affects the external dimensions of the structure.
The term does not, however, include either:
a. Any project for improvement of a structure to correct
an existing violation of state or local health, sanitary, or safety code
specifications, as identified by the local code enforcement official, and
which is the minimum necessary to assure safe living conditions; or
b. Any alteration of a structure listed on the National
Register of Historic Places or a recognized state or local inventory of
historic places.
DD. Substantial damage means damage of any origin sustained by a
structure whereby the cost of restoring the structure to its before damaged
condition would equal or exceed 50 percent of the market value of the
structure before the damage occurred.
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SECTION 2. - Amendment. Section 14.09.220 of the Kent City
Code, entitled “Variances,” is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 14.09.220 Variances. Variances shall be completed in
accordance with those variance provisions identified in the city of Kent
critical areas code found in Chapter 11.06 KCC, as amended.
Applications for variances from the strict application of the terms of this
chapter to a specific property may be submitted to the city. All variances
shall be considered by the hearing examiner as a Process III application,
pursuant to Chapter 12.01 KCC. Approval of variances from the strict
application of flood hazard regulations shall be consistent with the
following criteria:
1. There are unique physical conditions peculiar and inherent to
the affected property that make it difficult or infeasible to strictly comply
with the provisions of this chapter.
2. The variance is the minimum necessary to accommodate the
building or structure footprint and access.
3. The proposed variance would preserve the functions and
values of the flood hazard area, and the proposal does not create or
increase a risk to the public health, safety, and general welfare, or to
public or private property.
4. The proposed variance would not adversely affect properties
surrounding the subject site.
5. Adverse impacts to flood hazard areas resulting from the
proposal are minimized.
6. The special circumstances of conditions affecting the property
are not a result of the actions of the applicant or previous owner.
7. The variance shall not constitute a grant of special privilege.
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8. No variance shall be approved within a floodway that would
cause an increase in the Base Flood Elevation.
SECTION 3. – 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 4. – 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 5. – Effective Date. 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 HANSEN, INTERIM CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TOM BRUBAKER, CITY ATTORNEY
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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 HANSEN, INTERIM CITY CLERK
P:\Civil\Ordinance\14.09 Flood Hazard Regulations-Variances.docx
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J. LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA 98032-5895
Date: October 6, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee Members
PW Committee Meeting Date: October 17, 2016
From: Lacey Jane Wolfe, Senior Transportation Planner
Through: Chad Bieren P.E., Deputy Director/City Engineer
Item 6: Information Only/Street Light Ordinance
Summary: City Transportation staff is developing a street light policy for Council
consideration. As drafted, the policy prioritizes the installation, power and maintenance
of street lights on arterials. Staff will present information regarding existing street
lights, potential cost implications, and similar policies in neighboring jurisdictions.
Exhibit: Draft Street Light Ordinance
Budget Impact: None
NO MOTION REQUIRED/INFORMATION ONLY
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RESOLUTION NO. ______
A RESOLUTION of the city council of the city of
Kent, Washington, adopting a street light policy.
RECITALS
A. The Kent City Council desires to provide street light services on arterials
for traffic safety.
B. The City Council recognizes that the City has limited resources to provide
for the installation, power and maintenance of street lighting.
C. The City Council desires to state a clear street lighting policy to protect
City resources and provide direction to staff and citizens regarding street
lighting.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT, WASHINGTON,
DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
RESOLUTION
Section 1. - Arterials. It is the City’s policy to provide for the installation and
maintenance of street lights on all streets designated as arterials, subject to
available funding. The term “arterials” is identified in the Transportation Master Plan
and includes the following functional classifications: (1) principal arterial, (2) minor
arterial, (3) industrial collector arterial, and (4) residential collector arterial. The
City reserves the right to change the functional classification of streets.
Section 2. - Capital Projects. The City will provide for the installation, power
and maintenance of street lighting within all capital projects on arterial streets.
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Section 3. - Existing Street Light Agreements. Pursuant to prior agreements,
the City may pay for the operation and maintenance of some street lights on
roadways not classified as arterials.
Section 4. – Non-Arterial Streets. The City does not intend to provide for the
installation, power and maintenance of street lights on roadways not currently
classified as arterials (except for those identified in Section 3 herein). The public
works director has the authority to add street lights to non-arterial streets, subject
to available funding. The Council recognizes the need to provide information to
citizens on options for privately powering and maintaining non-arterial street lights
within their neighborhoods. The following options may be available for individuals or
homeowner’s associations to privately operate and maintain street lighting:
1. Utility districts may bill homeowners through their utility bills and pay the
electricity provider directly.
2. Property owners may pay for the power and maintenance of street lights
in their neighborhood through their homeowner’s association, a
neighborhood association, or through a local improvement district.
The installation, power and maintenance of street lights within neighborhoods shall
comply with local, state, and federal law, as well as the City’s adopted Design &
Construction Standards, which can be accessed on the City’s Public Works website.
SECTION 5. – Severability. If any one or more section, subsection, or
sentence of this resolution is held to be unconstitutional or invalid, such decision
shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this resolution and the same
shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 6. – Corrections by City Clerk. Upon approval of the city attorney,
the city clerk is authorized to make necessary corrections to this resolution,
including the correction of clerical errors; resolution, section, or subsection
numbering; or references to other local, state, or federal laws, codes, rules, or
regulations.
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SECTION 7. – Effective Date. This resolution shall take effect and be in
force immediately upon its passage.
PASSED at a regular open public meeting by the City Council of the City of
Kent, Washington, this day of , 2016.
CONCURRED in by the Mayor of the City of Kent this _____ day of
__________, 2016.
SUZETTE COOKE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
KIM KOMOTO, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TOM BRUBAKER, CITY ATTORNEY
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. ______ passed
by the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington, , 2016.
KIM KOMOTO, 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: October 12, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee Members
PW Committee Meeting Date: October 17, 2016
From: Brent Collins, Street Maintenance Field Supervisor
Bill Thomas, Street & Vegetation Manager
Through: Dave Brock P.E., Deputy Director/Operations Manager
Item 7: Information Only/Sidewalk Presentation
Summary: Informational update on the sidewalks that are planned to be repaired
and/or replaced in 2017.
Exhibit: None
Budget Impact: B&O Funded
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
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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: October 4, 2016
To: Chair Dennis Higgins and Public Works Committee Members
PW Committee Meeting Date: October 17, 2016
From: Chad Bieren P.E., Deputy Director/City Engineer
Item 8: Information Only/Quiet Zone Update
Summary: Staff will provide an update on progress to date.
Exhibit: None
Budget Impact:
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
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