Planning 2015-07-23 COMPLETE AGENDA PACKET

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Residential Neighborhoods Element - Version 6.9.15 Revision Matrix 6.25.15 Note: Comments listed without an exhibit reference were delivered verbally during the public hearing Row # Page # Comment (language changes in strikeout /underline, recommendation in bold) Exhibit # /Date /Source Staff comment /analysis /options 1 5 Walking and biking are potential organized recreation activities. Organized recreation activities should not focus on activities which requires access to a motor vehicle. Alford meeting with staff, 6.23.15 Comment noted. 2 6 Noise Abatement. This title does not seem to match the text under it. The topic seems to be about protecting neighborhoods. Letter from Pam Carter, dated 6.21.15 The issue is focused on protecting neighborhoods from noise including auto traffic, airports, and light and heavy rail, and corresponds with Goal 7.7. Staff Recommendation: Keep as is. 3 7 Policy 7.2.2 Sidewalks are a critical component of residential infrastructure. More emphasis should be placed on sidewalk development. Mann, PC Work Session, 6.18.15 Staff Recommendation: Revise as suggested. Policy 7.2.2 now reads "Improve the public infrastructure in all neighborhoods to an equivalent level of quality, with an emphasis on sidewalks." 4 7 Code Enforcement, proactive and reactive efforts, can help to improve neighborhood quality and improve and create a more consistent level of quality /livability in the City's neighborhoods. Need for additional policy language on Code Enforcement. Mann, PC Work Session, 6.18.15 Staff Recommendation: Revise as suggested. New policy 7.2.5 now reads "Provide adequate support for Code Enforcement efforts to improve and maintain neighborhood quality and livability." 5 7 Need for Implementation Strategy to work off Policy 7.2.1 to support schools as integral parts of the built environment /infrastructure of neighborhoods. Hansen meeting with staff, 6.22.15 Staff Recommendation: Revise as suggested. New Implementation Strategy now reads "Continue to work with school districts serving Tukwila students to ensure school facilities provide quality public spaces." 6 8 Need for additional policy language to address the need for stricter enforcement of City codes to maintain and enhance neighborhood quality, specifically for noise and odor issues. Mann, public hearing, 6.25.15 Staff Recommendation: Revise as suggested. New Policy 7.2.6 now reads "Strict code enforcement of policies for neighborhood quality, especially regarding noise and odor." 7 8 Community members were involved in the creation of the Walk and Roll Plan, but outreach efforts have since ended. Community members should continue to be a part of the process, including implementation of the plan and the development of new and enhancement of existing pedestrian and bicycle facilities. Alford meeting with staff, 6.23.15 Staff Recommendation: Revise as suggested. New Implementation Strategy now reads "Continue developing and implementing projects from the Walk and Roll Plan and Safe Routes to School, with a renewed emphasis on community involvement and engagement." 8 8 4`h bullet — It's difficult to comment on this without knowing where the specified areas are. Is it a particular neighborhood? Letter from Pam Carter, dated 6.21.15 The specified areas which may require sidewalks adjacent to new development or participation in a no- protest LID are not predetermined. Areas, whether they be neighborhoods or smaller geographical areas, will be determined by Public Works and the City's established sidewalk prioritization protocol. Comment noted. 9 8 Last bullet — The Goal 1 C should be written out as someone reading the Comp Plan may not be familiar with the Strategic Plan. Letter from Pam Carter, dated 6.21.15 Staff Recommendation: Revise as suggested. Implementation Strategy now reads "Implement the Strategic Plan, specifically Goal 1C - Focus City planning and investments on creating a connected, dynamic urban environment." 10