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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Committees - Public Works/Planning - 02/18/1993 PUBLIC WORKS MEETING FEBRUARY 18, 1993 PRESENT: JIM WHITE ED WHITE PAUL MANN TIM LA PORTE JIM BENNETT HELEN WICKSTROM DON WICKSTROM DON MC DANIEL TOM BRUBAKER R. M. BRAUKUS ROGER LUBOVICH CONNIE EPPERLY DAVID HAENEL JOHN STREICH TONY MC CARTHY MR & MRS RUST GARY GILL BILL DOOLITTLE RAUL RAMOS Bike Trail Extension Thru Earthworks Park John Streich stated that Canyon Drive is essentially not safe for bicyclists. Streich suggested a bicycle trail up Canyon Road or up thru Earthworks Park. Streich said that in talking with Helen Wickstrom, the Parks Dept would rather have a nature trail. Streich said that he had talked to Dept of Fisheries noting that Fisheries wants plans submitted before they respond to his request. White stated that over the years there have been discussions on a possible "access road" thru the Canyon. This would clean it up and also maintain that area. White said' he does not know if we can commit to that because of the extensive work involved. Committee recommended that staff review this issue and come back with a recommendation. Restricted Parking Ordinance Lubovich stated that citizens on the other side of Willis St. have asked for restricted parking due to limited parking space. Legal Dept. has drafted an ordinance which was then presented to the Committee. David Haenel stated that the area in question at this time, is 5th Ave So. between W. Willis and the 700 Block of 5th Ave So. Haenel stated that Public Works and Police have some concerns with the implementation of this ordinance. Wickstrom stated that his concerns are the lack of staff to administer this ordinance. Police Dept concerns relate to the time of day that this needs to be enforced and the two hour time zone involved. Their concerns are also staff availability. From the Police standpoint, there 1 �r will be some associated costs for this. Police stated however, that there are some alternatives to the two hour limitation; residents living in the area would have stickers on their cars. Wickstrom stated again that his only concern is manpower in terms of administrating the ordinance, to issue the stickers, taking fees and complaints. Wickstrom asked that this issue be held over until the next Public Works meeting, March 4th. Bennett recommended that this be discussed at the next Public Safety meeting, prior to Public Works Committee. Construction Standards Report Wickstrom presented an update on the Construction Standards stating that the Construction Standards Review Committee has completed their review and staff will be bringing this item to the Public Works Committee for adoption of the Standards, within the next month or so. Downtown Infrastructure Raul Ramos made a presentation on the Downtown Infrastructure Program. Ramos stated that the sidewalk repair/replacement portion of this project is top priority at this time. Along with other portions of this project, Ramos noted his work on Community Reinvestment Plan. Ramos said however, in order to meet the safety needs of the downtown pedestrians and to assure compliance with the American Disabilities Act, the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer have requested that work on the Community Reinvestment Plan portion of this project be delayed until more progress is made on the sidewalk repair/replacement program. Ramos referenced a memorandum from Don McDaniel, Puget Power, stating their willingness to help assess our Downtown Sidewalk Program as affected by our street trees. Ramos stated that the majority of sidewalks in disrepair were caused by street trees growing to a point of being a liability pr•.oblem., Ramos explained that McDaniel has agreed to coordinate with his office to determine which trees can and cannot be saved while at the same time, installing new sidewalks. Bennett suggested that the types of trees selected should be coordinated with our Sign Ordinance. White suggested the consideration of installing power under the trees so they can be lighted during the Holiday Season. Puget Power Franchise Brubaker stated that the Puget Power Street Franchise with the City is expired. Over the years, the City has entered into periodic agreements with Puget Power to allow them to install power systems along our street, alley and road right of ways. Brubaker explained that he has prepared a relatively straight-forward franchise and 2 n t noted that the items in bold face are still under negotiation. Brubaker briefly ran thru the franchise noting that this is a long term franchise - 25 years; also stating that this is a non- exclusive franchise. Brubaker went on to explain the different sections within the franchise. White clarified with Brubaker that this be approved subject to final negotiation. Brubaker responded that this is at a point now where we can move forward with a final document which will be ready for the next Council meeting of March 2nd. Council unanimously recommended that this franchise be brought forward for the first reading (review) at the March 2nd Council meeting, subject to all negotiations being completed. Johnson Property Acquisition Wickstrom stated that in November 1992 staff presented to the Committee a proposal to acquire the Johnson property at the appraised value plus 10% ($199,760) . Since that time, we have been negotiating with Mrs. Johnson whom originally asked $285, 000. We have been able to negotiate it down to $222,500. Wickstrom stated that even though it is about 22% above the appraised value, in our opinion we would still be saving money on the acquisition, due to attorney costs, and etc. via the condemnation process. Wickstrom further stated that it makes the Ramstead property much more valuable because of its access to the Green River Road, which we will need during the excavation operation. In response to White's question, Wickstrom stated we should not have any problem with the state auditor. Committee voted 2 to 1 to recommend purchase of the Johnson property. (White and Bennett voted yes; Mann voted no) 76th Avenue Reconstruction Wickstrom explained that there is a section just north of 228th in need of repair; this is a rebuild overlay project. Wickstrom stated that there are Federal funds to do this but we need to get it in our six year plan so we can get the $70,000+. The balance of the funds would come out of the overlay program. Committee unanimously agreed recommendation that this project be included in the six year plan. Oberto Street Vacation Wickstrom stated that Oberto Sausage Co has submitted a petition for vacation of S. 238th Street to allow for an expansion of their facilities. Wickstrom requested that a hearing date be set at the next Council meeting for this vacation. 3 Committee unanimously agreed to recommend that Council adopt a resolution setting a hearing date for the vacation of S. 238th Street. North Park 2nd Addition Sewer Addition Committee unanimously agreed to recommend acceptance of the bill of sale for North Park 2nd Addition Sewer Addition. Howard Johnson Amerisuite Hotel Waterline Committee unanimously agreed to recommend acceptance of the bill of sale for Howard Johnson Amerisuite Hotel waterline. Kent Elementary School Site #25 Committee unanimously agreed to recommend acceptance of the bill of sale for Kent Elementary School Site #25 water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer improvements. Arnold Evans Water Meter White explained that as a result of the January windstorm, Mr. Evans's water tap was opened and Mr. Evans is requesting some financial relief against his water bill. Wickstrom noted that we have a policy on leaks, etc. Since Mr. Evans was not in attendance at this meeting, Committee held off making a decision on this until Mr. Evans makes a formal request at the next Public Works Committee meeting. Mr. Evans resides at 217 East Russell. 4