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Home My WebLink AboutCity Council Committees - Committee of the Whole - 04/16/2024 (3) Approved Kent City Council - Committee • of the Whole KENT Committee of the Whole - WAS M IN G 7 0 N Regular Meeting Minutes April 16, 2024 Date: April 16, 2024 Time: 4:00 p.m. Place: Chambers 1. CALL TO ORDER Council President Kaur called the meeting to order. 2. ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Satwinder Kaur Council President Present Bill Boyce Councilmember Present John Boyd Councilmember Present Brenda Fincher Councilmember Present Marli Larimer Councilmember Excused Zandria Michaud Councilmember Present Toni Troutner Councilmember Present 3. AGENDA APPROVAL A. I move to approve the agenda as presented. ER SULT: MOTION PASSES [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bill Boyce, Councilmember SECONDER: John Boyd, Councilmember AYES: Kaur, Boyce, Boyd, Fincher, Michaud, Troutner 4. DEPARTMENT PRESENTATIONS A. Approval of Minutes YES i. Committee of the Whole - Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting - Apr 2, 2024 4:00 PM Kent City Council - Committee of the Whole April 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting Kent, Washington Minutes ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................._............................................................................................................................................................................................................... RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bill Boyce, Councilmember SECONDER: John Boyd, Councilmember AYES: Kaur, Boyce, Boyd, Fincher, Michaud, Troutner B. Payment of Bills - Approve MOTION: I move to approve the payment of bills received through 3/31/24 and paid on 3/31/24 and approve the checks issued for payroll 3/16/24 - 3/31/24 and paid on 4/5/24, all audited by the Committee of the Whole on 4/16/24. RESULT: MOTION PASSES [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/7/2024 7:00 PM MOVER: Bill Boyce, Councilmember SECONDER: John Boyd, Councilmember AYES: Kaur, Boyce, Boyd, Fincher, Michaud, Troutner C. INFO ONLY: 2044 Comprehensive Plan Update Long Range Planning Manager Kristen Holdsworth presented the 2044 Comprehensive Plan Update. Holdsworth advised of the four stages of the schedule: Launch, Frame, Refine and Adopt. There are three major rounds of community engagement to correspond with the key project phases that will take place May through July. The draft EIS preparation includes meeting with community partners and agencies that serve within the Kent city limits. Internal meetings with be with the Kent Police Department, Parks and Public Works departments. External meetings will be with other utilities and school districts. Internal City review and preparation will take place mid-April through May. The public release date is May 20th which will start the 45-day review and comment period, followed by a public hearing before the Land Use and Planning Board on June loth or 24t" Holdsworth indicated the Community Advisory Group consists of more than 20 individuals that represent a variety of Kent community interests. They will provide input and play an important role in outreach. Holdsworth talked about how the Growth Management Act's required and optional elements relating to, among other elements, transportation and parks and recreation will be addressed. Holdsworth provided the current version of the 2044 Community Vision "Kent ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 2 of 5 Kent City Council - Committee of the Whole April 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting Kent, Washington Minutes is a safe, connected, inclusive, and thriving city that is reflective of its unique and diverse communities, businesses, and places." This vision may be revised before the final adoption of the Plan. Holdsworth talked about how creating Guiding Principles (Inclusive Community, Evolving Infrastructure, Thriving City, Sustainable and Resilient, Innovative and Responsive Government) would give staff an outline of where the City wants to go in the future - they inform the goals and policies - that's why they are part of the "planning framework". While goals and policies themselves can be amended over the course of the 20 years, the guiding principles do not change, not unless there is a significant shift in direction or decision making. For an upcoming workshop, Council suggested staff provide updates focusing on the elements of: • Land Use • Economic and Community Development • Housing • Transportation • Climate Resilience Council agreed that a workshop with other boards and commissions would be beneficial. Council suggested additional community events that staff might consider attending for outreach between mid-May and mid-July, included Green Kent events, Juneteenth, larger drinks in the driveway events, Khalsa Day, sporting events at Wilson playfields, Senior Center gatherings and Kent Downtown Partnership events. D. Ordinance Amending KCC 9.36 Relating to Traffic Camera Violation Fines — Adopt City Attorney Tammy White provided an overview of the Ordinance relating to ESHB 2384 and the impacts of that recently passed legislation. The bill expanded the uses for which traffic safety cameras could be used, placed limits on how revenue generated from some traffic safety camera violations could be used, revised the fine amounts that apply to traffic safety camera violations, and reduced fine amounts for first-time violators who receive state public assistance. Because the Kent City Council previously took action to limit how revenue generated from these camera violations could be used within the City of Kent, the state legislature exempted revenue from those cameras from the use limitations set out in ESHB 2384. As a result, the City of Kent may ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 3 of 5 Kent City Council - Committee of the Whole April 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting Kent, Washington Minutes continue to dedicate revenue generated from violations of its existing traffic safety camera program to fund personnel, programs, services, and equipment related to the enforcement and processing of traffic and criminal laws within the City of Kent. Through ESHB 2384, the state legislature repealed RCW 43.63.170 and enacted a new statute that uncouples fines for traffic safety camera violations from parking violations, and simply provides fines may not exceed $145, as that amount may be adjusted for inflation by the state Office of Financial Management every five years, beginning January 1, 2029, based upon changes in the consumer price index during that time period. The legislature further provided authorization for the fine amount to double for speed violations within school zones, which is consistent with fines assessed for school zone violations that are on-viewed by police officers. The bill also provides that registered owners of vehicles who receive state public assistance or benefits through the Washington Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, shall be granted upon request a reduction in the fine assessed for traffic safety camera violations to an amount that is 50% of the original fine amount. However, this fine reduction applies only to such registered owner's first traffic safety camera violation, and subsequent traffic safety camera violations that occur within 21 days of issuance of the first violation notice. The ordinance presented to Council for consideration increases the base fine for traffic safety camera violations from $136 to $145. Further, instead of doubling the fine for all school zone speed violations captured by traffic safety cameras as authorized by ESHB 2384, violations would only be subject to that increased fine amount if the vehicle was traveling at a speed of 30 mph or more, i.e. 10 mph over the posted 20 mph zone. These fine amounts would thereafter increase consistent with any adjustments provided for by the state Office of Financial Management as provided for by ESHB 2384. MOTION: I move to adopt Ordinance No. 4487 amending sections 9.36.140 and 9.36.150 of the Kent City Code to incorporate state legislative changes that take effect June 6, 2024 related to traffic safety camera violations. RESULT: MOTION PASSES [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/7/2024 7:00 PM MOVER: Bill Boyce, Councilmember SECONDER: Toni Troutner, Councilmember AYES: Kaur, Boyce, Boyd, Fincher, Michaud, Troutner E. 2024 Traffic Signal Shop Lease - Authorize Transportation Engineering Manager Rob Brown provided an overview of the Lease with Plemmons. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 4 of 5 Kent City Council - Committee of the Whole April 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole - Regular Meeting Kent, Washington Minutes ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................._............................................................................................................................................................................................................... Public Works has leased approximately 5,600 square feet of warehouse space for the traffic signal technicians since 2006. The existing lease expires at the end of May 2024. The lease provides traffic signal technicians a space to store equipment and parts for the traffic signal system and test and repair controllers and other electronic devices. MOTION: I move to authorize the Mayor to sign a Lease agreement with Plemmons Industries, Inc., subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the Public Works Director and City Attorney. RESULT: MOTION PASSES [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/7/2024 7:00 PM MOVER: Brenda Fincher, Councilmember SECONDER: Toni Troutner, Councilmember AYES: Kaur, Boyce, Boyd, Fincher, Michaud, Troutner F. Reith Road Roundabouts - Additional Transportation Improvement Board Grant Funding - Authorize Engineer Thomas Leyrer provided an overview of the grant funds from the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board that has authorized an additional $239,250 of TIB funds for a total grant funding amount of $1,834,250 for this Project. MOTION: I move to authorize the Mayor to accept additional grant funds in the amount of $239,250 for a total grant funding amount of $1,834,250 from the Transportation Improvement Board for the Reith Road Roundabouts project, amend the budget, and authorize the expenditure of funds. RESULT: MOTION PASSES [UNANIMOUS] Next: 5/7/2024 7:00 PM MOVER: Brenda Fincher, Councilmember SECONDER: Toni Troutner, Councilmember AYES: Kaur, Boyce, Boyd, Fincher, Michaud, Troutner 5. ADJOURNMENT Council President Kaur adjourned the meeting. Meeting ended at 4:40 p.m. Ki,mb,eAey A. 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Page 5 of 5 ftu-,� 113i — I 1-H 71�:;: wl� wiffilitt a Ad�y. ° i •�. musashrs• at nc ' ,• � sR 2044 Comp reh ensive \S"I 'Al � . l Plan• 1 A . _ Project Updates . a ii r 1• , Committee of the Whole r r April 16, 2024 _ \ Comprehensive Plan 2044 Building Our Future Together Comprehensive Plan Update Schedule nu N"V LAUNCH FRAME REFINE ADOPT 2023 Q1 /Q2 2023 Q3/Q4 2024 Q1 /Q2 2024 Q3/Q4 Community Scenarios and Draft Policy Final EIS Kickoff and Land Use Framework and Scoping Elements Final Plan with Housing Needs Implementation Baseline Analysis Draft EIS Analysis Ongoing Community Engagement `, Comprehensive Plan 2044 kh KENT Building Our Future Together' ,A'h%., ,KENT_ Alternatives Review and Draft EIS (SEPA) Draft EIS Preparation Internal Meetings: • Kent Police Department • Parks • Public Works (Water, Sewer, Stormwater, Waste) External Meetings: • Lake Meridian Water District, Soos Creek Water and Sewer District, Highline Water District, Midway Sewer District, Puget Sound Energy, Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority, Kent School District, Federal Way School District '�KENT_ Draft EIS Next Steps Internal City Review and Preparation: Mid April - May Public Release: May 20 (start of 45 -day review and comment period) Public Hearing: LUPB meeting on June 10 or 24 Community Land Use Draft Policy Final Outreach & Growth Framework Comprehens Baseline Alternatives & Plan ive Plan Analysis & Analysis Elements • Determination of • Development of • Draft • Final Environmental Significance and SEPA Alternatives Environmental Impact Statement SEPA scoping Impact Statement analyzing 1 analyzing 3 Preferred Comprehensive Plan2044 Alternatives Alternative 'KEN T Building Our Future Together' _,\ Comprehensive Plan 2044 IKEN Building Our Future Together Commun *ity Avisory Grou 4011 ,0#�Me KENT WASHINGTON CommunityAdvisoryGroup St.James Cathedral The Community Advisory Group consists of more than 20 Ujima Africa individuals that represent a variety of Kent community interests. HvDertherm Asociates Habitat far ligmanity d&attle Kingait Coimties They will provide input and play an important role in outreach. Scup Insurance. Solutions mother Africa VDP• Live in Kent and own their • Attend a faith communityin home (14) Kent (6) Kent Downtown Partnership Indian American Comnu.nity Sm i=(IACS) . Crown Redesign Live in Kent and rent their Are interested in or have home (4) previous experience) Blue Origin Ray Sho m International Consulting A+ rYl�1,t C-W John L Scott,Inc 5'iEAd PxFa[m,��run FYxw sk ISAirw- •C)MAX Corporation e_ _.. ��;-•.elepmenc I.I,C • The or someone in their building/developing in Kent ays Brewing y ( s household) attend school in ( ) Faith Church lslwwr titer Ur Kelic Kent (4) • Work for/represent an JohnnyRockets-,- . • Own a business en O busi in Kt 8 organization that serves the Nana's Southern Kitchen ( ) Kent community (13) • Work at a business in Kent . Other (2) (8) `, Comprehensive Plan 2044 Iii "KENT Building Our Future Together' 1 li lI ��' lll�flfiii Il t � 74, i Meeting 1 : February 21 (CAG Kickoff) _xENT Meeting 2: April 17 (Discuss Alternatives) Meeting 3: July 10 (Review Draft EIS, Discuss Land Use, Housing, and Transportation Elements) Meeting 4: September 4 (Review DEIS Comments, " Refine Land Use Map/Elements, Discuss Climate Resiliency Element) Meeting 5: October 30 (Review Draft Plan) _,\ Comprehensive Plan 2044 IKEN Building Our Future Together Commun *ity KENT WASHINGTON Three Rounds ofCommunityEngagement Draft Land Use • ' • Overview of each Priorities and Values element • Highlight new policy and .Completed • Recap and confirm what major changes Project Launch we heard • Finalize community • Community Kickoff vision and values • SEPA Scoping • Land Use Alternatives • Draft Vision and Values Draft Plan Draft EIS , Comprehensive Plan 2044 khkh "KENT Building Our Future Together' Large Community Events • June 1 : Kent International Festival • June 15, 22, and 29 : Kent Farmer's Market • June 22 : Juneteenth at Morrill Meadows Park • July 12- 14 : Cornucopia Days • July 10 : West Fenwick Park Concert �K�NT_ ,A'h%., IKEN71k er Putting It All Together ( Draft 2044 Comprehensive Plan) 12KENT GMA Required and Optional Elements • Land Use Economic Development Required Optional Elements • Housing Elements Parks & Recreation • Capital Facilities LClimate Change/Resiliency • Utilities Subarea or neighborhood plans (Downtown Subarea Plan) • Transportation `, Comprehensive Plan 2044 '!KEN T Building Our Future Together' Comprehensive Plan Framework 2015 Comp Plan Resolution #1970 C. Input Vision and Framework 2018 Strategic Framework �..__�..77P ..._._..._�..__ TELL UE VOUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE OF KENT... "--' Vision and Framework Guidance .o„,e iMEC1fY ..aa.„aaae3rw,yaaema„.aew.e, In preparation for Kentk firs[comprehens ve planadopted undathestarei 1990 CxovaM1 Managemem Act,tde Ken[<ly a amuouer roa Coonciln5ept.-1992 pazud Rewlution No 1325 which adoptedl«algwls robe used as[M1e palsy lremevrork ' r,ft,a d.Mhthrsu ..... - ^V pdate.the PUn usesthefollowng plannrrg 9uida«e nlhedevebpmentof9oahand pdkiesn X ��t,, Vision Kent is a safe,connected and beautiful city, - aaa, ow iffiiiiii culturally vibrant with richly diverse urban centers. Natural R Urbane w[h esource lndt a-Fl_ d t accommodates](r years source-based d empioymem growth in es that Provide l«al Kent-where people choose to live eignbo Hood ardiolx and businesses change the world Transp t[ Op Sp d R< t d "modal ks,sg ificantopen value ,.. 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Protect and enM1ancea susta noble naturalernilonmen4 L \. i-: Urban D 9 'nclud'ngcrlicalareas,endangered species arM aquatic , Isg-nategyand devebpment haWlaCairaMwaa„qualiryand Urge scakmaalrewurtes B= �� placesthatanract peopleaM pomwe Property Rights w Pram prim po nyrghls from adra ryand H a 5 dxrinrmay 'rn wMeconsiderng the puMkk interest y of human—i—Programs whikh Permits ssen h rys 9—h vWity old health relaui:n UTrey effic' rasps atsep ft process E no I De I p ent Community fiI ent FcdtarW ha omcaryand s«ally ankh Provdek IN petent and accessble Public neghborhoods g—h eenteoandthe overallcommumlg Pa"c'Pa ded pment and amendmant dC,,y plans arM r gulatory--c. `, Comprehensive Plan 2044 2044 Vision and GuidingPrinciplesKENT Building Our Future Together 2044 Community Vision Kent is a safe, connected , inclusive, and thriving city that is reflective of its unique and diverse communities, businesses, and places . LComprehensive Plan 2044 "K EN Tk WhyGuidingPrinciples? • Outline where we want to go in the future • Inform goals and policies in each element • While goals and policies may be amended over time, the guiding principles do not change -,\Comprehensive Plan 2044 'KENMher Building Our Future dingPrinciples o � pop 0 0 00 Inclusive Evolving Thriving City Sustainable Innovative and Responsive Community Infrastructure and Resilient Res p Government `, Comprehensive Plan 2044 KENT Building Our Future Together' Council Discussion and Feedback Requested 1 . Which three elements would you like to focus on during upcoming workshop meetings? As a reminder, the elements include land use, housing, transportation, economic development, parks and recreation, climate resiliency, capital facilities, and utilities. 2 . As the project moves into the next phase of reviewing the results of the DEIS/growth alternatives and selection of a preferred alternative, would Council be interested in joining LUPB for any combined meetings/workshops? 3 . Are there community events between mid-May and mid-July you recommend staff attend for community engagement? Of the events we discussed, which community events are a priority for our attendance? LComprehensive Plan 2044 "'KENxtherBuilding Our Fu ,A'h%., IKEN71k er Questions? Kristen Holdsworth Long Range Planning Manager 2530856 * 5441 KHoldsworth@KentWA. gov 19KENT Traff*ic S *ignal Shop Lease J - - -- ------- ---- I 3; 'z n Committeeof • April1 aa. _ - SPEEDYOUR JL _ s � < �° F .a. � � 0 - I 07All — — r _° MEMO lot a p '� -...1 ~� _ ! 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