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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPermit 76-14-CPA - CITY OF TUKWILA - TRANSPORTATION / UTILITIES ELEMENT76-14-cpa transportation element utilities element COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT COMPREHENISVE LAND USE PLAN AMENDMENT CITY OF TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL MOTION 7G "y A MOTION OF THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL RELATED TO COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING, DECLARING ITS INTENT TO ADOPT AT SOME FUTURE TIME THE TRANSPORTATION/ UTILITIES ELEMENT AS PART OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY. WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Tukwila has directed that the present Comprehensive Plan of the City no longer reflects the values of the community and needs updating, and; WHEREAS, the Introduction and General Goals for the updated plan have been adopted by resolution 504, and; WHEREAS, separate motions have been adopted stating the City Council's intent to adopt the Natural Environment Element, the Open Space Element, the Residents Element, and the. Commerce/ Industry Element, and; WHEREAS, a favorable recommendation has been given by the Citizens Committee appointed to review the Transportation/ Utilities Element, and; WHEREAS, the Tukwila Planning Commission, during a public hearing at their regular meeting of April 22, 1976, did make a favorable recommendation to the City Council for the adoption of the Transportation /Utilities Element, and; WHEREAS, the Tukwila City'Council has considered the Transportation /Utilities Element in a published public . hearing, and; WHEREAS, the Environmental Impact of the Transportation/ Utilities Element was reviewed, and a Negative Declaration reached prior to the decision deliberation of the Planning Commission and City Council. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, DO STATE THE FOLLOWING: • Section 1. An intent to adopt at some future time the Transportation /Utilities Element dated April 22, 1976, as may be amended by the City Council, as part of the Tukwila Comprehensive • Plan. Section 2. It is the intent of the City Council to adopt at some future time by ordinance all elements of the Com- prehensive Plan Update and map, as may be amended by the City Council, at such time as an intent has been expressed by City Council motion to adopt each of the elements and map. Section 3. The remaining parts of the plan update are to follow as closely as possible to the Comprehensive Plan Flow Chart in the introduction as adopted by resolution 504. Section 4. A copy of this motion shall be kept on file with the City Clerk. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASH- INGTON, at a regular meeting this 17th day of May 1976. ATTEST: • -2- • Council President May 24, 1976 Date of Approval . 4 a City Clerk Pro Tent May 17, 1976 •7:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE AND CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMQERS MINUTE APPROVAL VOUCHER APPROVAL BID OPENINGS AND AWARDS Bid Award, Asphaltic Concrete Overlay,. Hi -Line Asphalt Paving Co. Letters, Board of Adjustment, Doces Furniture Co. signs Grant Agreement for Southcenter Blvd. Improvement ✓OLD BUSINESS Council Motion 76 -8 Transportation/ Utilities Element NEW BUSINESS Council Motion 76 -9 Rules of Procedures for the Board of Adjustment TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL Tukwila City Hall REGULAR MEETING (^ Council Chambers MINUTES Mayor Bauch, presiding, led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order, stating Mrs. Anderson had been sworn in as Clerk Pro Tem under authority granted in RCW 35.24.100. GARDNER, TRAYNOR, HILL, SAUL, MS. PESICKA, VAN DUSEN, MS. HARRIS. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, TO AMEND THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 3, 1976 PRIOR TO THEIR ADOPTION PER MEMO DATED MAY 12, 1976 FROM THE CITY CLERK. CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE MAY 3, 1976 REGULAR MEETING BE APPROVED AS AMENDED. CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE MAY 12, 1976 SPECIAL MEETING BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE BILLS BE ACCEPTED AND WARRANTS BE DRAWN IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AMOUNTS. CARRIED. Current Fund Street Fund Fed. Shrd. Rev. Water Fund Sewer Fund Vouchers No. 8483 - 8611 8483 - 8611 8580 - 8589 8590 8590 - 8600 8601 - 8611 Total MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE RECOMMENDATION OF PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR STEVE HALL BE ACCEPTED AND THE BID FOR ASPHALTIC CONCRETE OVERLAY BE AWARDED TO THE LOW BIDDER, HI -LINE ASPHALT PAVING CO. CARRIED. PETITIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, APPEALS AND SIMILAR MATTERS $ 33,123.59 1,358.30 198.23 1,087.63 1,053.33 $ 36,821.08 MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE LETTERS DATED APRIL 10, 1976 AND MAY 3, 1976 FROM ANNE ALTMAYER, CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT CONCERNING DOCES FURNITURE COMPANY SIGNS BE MADE A PART OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES. CARRIED. It was noted that there was a lengthy discussion on this item at the Committee of the Whole Meeting. Writ of Prohibition/ MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL NOTE THE LaVista Estates RECEIPT OF A WRIT OF PROHIBITION FROM THE LAVISTA ESTATES CONCERNING (LID #28) LID #28. * Attorney Hard stated this is part of the same LID #28 law suit as the Esping vs. Pesicka and will be handled as such. *CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL,TO NOTE THE RECEIPT OF A MEMO FROM MAYOR ED BAUCH CONCERNING THE GRANT AGREEMENT FOR SOUTHCENTER BOULEVAR IMPROVEMENTS. CARRIED. The notation of the receipt of this memo constitutes authority to proceed on this project. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY HILL, THAT CITY COUNCIL MOTION NO. 76 -8 BE READ. CARRIED. The motion relating to comprehensive planning, declaring intent to adopt at some future time the transportation/ utilities element as part of the Comprehensive Plan was read. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT CITY COUNCIL MOTION NO. 76 -8 BE ADOPTED AS READ. CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT CITY COUNCIL MOTION NO. 76 -9 BE READ. CARRIED. The motion approving the rules of procedure for the Board of Adjustment as amended on May 6, 1976 was read. Mayor Bauch stated that the Board of Adjustment Rules of Procedure had never been submitted for approval. The City Attorney advised that f r.y .LV ..L7 ( /7 :30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS MINUTE APPROVAL DISCUSSION ansportation/ Utilities Element of Comprehensive Plan Ord. -- Providing for relocation of rail- road crossing on Southcenter Pkwy. Res. - Authorizing agreement between City of Tukwila and City of Renton (LID Sewer Use Fees) 1VAY/1.L11Lt V111 VVUIVVI.IJ COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ME f Council Chambers MINUTES The meeting was called to order by Council President Hill. GARDNER, TRAYNOR, HILL, VAN DUSEN. Councilman Saul arrived at the meeting at 7:35 P.M. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 26, 1976 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE METING BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. CARRIED, WITH GARDNER VOTING NO. Mayor Bauch explained during the discussion of the proposed transportation /utilities element of the Comprehensive Plan that the main concern discussed at the Public Hearing was the movement of traffic. He added the plans are not to discourage the movement of traffic on highways, or to set up traffic rules. Council President Hill stated it was his thought the plans will not require the changing of truck maneuvering. If there is a change it will be because of safety and will just up -date the city's land -use. Steve Hall, Director of Public Works, said this element of the Comprehensive Plan is aimed towards future problems we may have. This will leave the door open for future difficulties that may be solved by traffic contrc rather than restrictions. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT A FORMAL MOTION TO ACCEPT OR REJECT THE PROPOSED TRANSPORTATIONIUTILITIES ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BE ON. THE AGENDA FOR THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING. CARRIED. Public Works Director Steve Hall explained reasons for request for re- location of railroad crossing on Southcenter Parkway. He stated the Benaroya•Company is asking to relocate the crossing back to its origi- nal position so they can develop the land to the north of the Jafco building. He added the City Attorney has suggested Ordinance #617 be repealed and Ordinance #534 be adopted. Council President Hill said atthe time the existing railroad was put in it was brought out that the now requested revision was too hard to put in because of a • bridge that was necessary. Councilman Traynor remembered there were all kinds of reasons it had to be moved to its present location. He added at that time the City Council thought it would be better to put it in where they are now requesting it to be. Mr. Bob Sandwick of th Benaroya. Company said his company had recently purchased property for development that makes the proposed revision feasible and also the change in ownership of other property has changed which makes the requested revision more feasible than it was previously. He added by changing the railroad it will be possible for Mr. Benaroya to develop the north side of Parkway Plaza as he has the south side. By changing the railroad it will also solve safety factors. He added there will be no interruption in services to, the companies involved while this change is taking place. Councilman Van Dusen said he agreed with the safety factor. Steve Hall, Director of Public Works, said LID #27 will be located westerly and it is possible some of the work on LID #27 can be done at the time of the change. Mr. Sandwick said it will take about two months to make the change and they would like to start at once. Councilman Saul asked if this matter had been discussed with the Planning Commission and if they had any questions. Gary Crutchfield, Planning Department, said the Planning Commission h some questions and they had all been resolved. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SEC ONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE ON THE AGENDA FOR THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING. CARRIED. Steve Hall, Director of Public Works, explained the proposed resoluti authorizing agreement between City of Tukwila and City of Renton re- garding the sewer use fees. He said there is a question now as to ##l9whom should collect the sewage charge. He said it is logical that Renton should maintain this and he recommended passage of this resolt tion. He added Andy's Diner is involved and there may be others in this area as a result of future development. At present the City of Tukwila and City of Renton both collect. The resolution will clarify this and the City of Renton will collect and maintain. He said at time of connection the fee was paid to the City of Tukwila. Mayor Bauch said Andy's Diner is located at the end of Tukwila's line and i beneficial to the City. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, ice, PROPOSED RESOLUTTON RE ON PRE AGT7MnA FOR TF E NFYT CITY COUNCIL MEETIt CARRIED. runwii t► 1:11..1 UVUNU1L LJVl "LL "1111 ur t, wriULri f'1LC,'1'1Nu May 10, 1976 Page 2 DISCUSSION - Contd. Independent Water Co. Appraisal A.W.C. Grant for educational purposes Topics, Speakers, • Scheduling, etc. Revenue Sharing Priorities Steve Hall, Director of Public Works, asked if the appraisal he had prepared of the Independent Water Company could be considered at this time. Council President Hill agreed. Mr. Hall said this appraisal was an upgrading of a study that was made three or four years ago. Council President Hill asked if a study had been made as to what would benecessary to upgrade this water company to meet City standard Mr. Hall said a figure had been given to the City Council about a year ago. Mayor Bauch said in reply to Councilman Saul's question a: to whether or not the City wants to buy this water company, that it would be prudent for the City to buy all of the water districts withi the City. Councilman Gardner said with regard to the health and safety of the City it would be advisable to buy this water company. Mayor Bauch said it was his recommendation that the A.W.C. Grant for - education purposes be turned back and the City be put on the list fox next year. He said there is just three weeks left to get the progran ready and that was not sufficient time. He added the City will be pi on the top of the list for the grant next year if the program is re- funded. In reviewing it, Mayor Bauch said the grant was made availat to the City in March because someone else turned it down. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE A.W.C. GRANT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES BE TURNED BACK. CARRIED. Discussion on I&yor Bauch said he would like the City Council to accept the recommex Development of Block dations of staff regarding application of block grants and the City Grants continue to develop grants. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THA'. THE CITY COUNCIL CONCUR WITH STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE DEVELOPMEN'. OF BLOCK GRANTS. CARRIED. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL THAT THE AGENDA BE . ii' DED AND ITEM 8 (REVENUE SHARING PRIORITIES) BE CONSIDERED AT THIS TIME. CARRIED. Mayor Bauch said the City had received $51,000 and it will be necessz to.submit a plan as to how the City intends to use this money. He, . added he would like the help of the Council in determining how this money should be spent. He said the City will not be bound by the plan that is submitted. Councilman Saul said he would like to see the trail by the river developed. Mayor Bauch said revenue sharing money could not be used for that project, except on a supplemental basis. He said capital purchases for anything in the City could be made, but it could not be used to pay debts, pay utilities, or sewer maintenance. He said last year it was used for capital expense. Mat Bauch said it was his recommendation that the City allocate it for tl . purchase of furniture for the new City Hall. Councilman Van Dusen saidhe would like to see it used in the Park program in a recreation sense - something that directly involves the people. Councilman Sau: said he would like to see it spent for something over and above what the City needs for itself, such as mini - parks. Councilman Traynor s� he agreed furniture will be needed for the new City Hall and also thi is need for a trail system that is connected. Councilman Saul said would be nice to have something for the City that would be lasting. Mayor Bauch said if the City Hall moves along on schedule it will be necessary to have some councilmatic bonds to finance it. He added t] cash is not there for all of it and some money will have to be borrowed to finance it - we want to get City Hall done and there mil: be a short period of cash flow. Council President Hill said he coup not see committing the whole thing for furniture, he would like to s some of it used for other purposes. MOVED BY VAN DUSEN, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE $51,000 BE PUT IN THE PARK CAPITAL EXPENDITURES FUND. CARRIED, WITH GARDNER VOTING NO. Establishment of Mayor Bauch used an overhead projector and showed 2.12 of the Tukwil+ Community Development Municipal Code showing the duties of the Public Works Director. Department Mayor Bauch said it was his proposal that we create a Community Deve opment and Planning Department. He added the reason is to shorten t' number of people reporting to any one Department Head in order to in crease efficiency. He said the Community Development Department wlou have a part -time secretary and the Planning Department with two planners and a park planner; a Building Department with a maintenanc employee; a Recreation Department with a supervisor, a recreation specialist, and three part-time recreation leaders. Mayor. Bauch sai it would add more responsibility to the Planning "Erector and reliev 4 WO-114n Wn »lrc lli»en +n» of gr a of 'his work. HP s J.d Char. 2. 1,1' May 3, 1976 7:00 P.M. FLAG SALUTE AND CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL MEMBERS OFFICIALS IN ATTENDANCE MINUTE APPROVAL VOUCHER APPROVAL BID OPENINGS Asphaltic Concrete Overlay APPOINTMENTS Police Officers PUBLIC HEARINGS Transportation/ Utilities Element of the Compre- hensive Plan TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers Mayor Bauch, presiding, led the Pledge of Allegiance and called the Tukwila City Council meeting to order. GARDNER, MS. HARRIS, HILL, MS. PESICKA, SAUL, TRAYNOR, VAN DUSEN. Mayor Edgar Bauch, City Clerk Shirlee Kinney, Director of Public Works Steve Hall, Planning Director Kjell Stoknes, Deputy City Attorney Larry Hard, Police Chief John Sheets and Fire Chief Hubert Crawley. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY VAN DUSEN, THAT THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 19, 1976 REGULAR MEETING AND APRIL 26, 1976 SPECIAL MEETING BE APPROVED AS PUBLISHED. CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE BILLS BE ACCEPTED AND WARRENTS BE DRAWN IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AMOUNTS. CARRIED. Vouchers No. 8394 - 8481 Current Fund 8394 - 8456 $ 27,185.01 Street Fund 8457 - 8462 2,263.80 Fed. Shrd. Rev. 8463 4,330.41 Water Fund 8464 - 8471 10,416.65 Sewer Fund 8472 - 8480 4,453.16 W/S Constr. 8481 8.25 LID #25 Total $ 48,657.28 C 40/41 $510.92 LID #25 R27 510.92 Proper notice being given, Council President Hill opened and publicly read aloud bids for asphaltic concrete overlay from the following bidders: Per Ton ' Total 1. Hi -Line Asphalt Paving Co. $13.68 $15,732.00 2. Meridian Paving $19.75 $22,712.50 3. Associated Sand & Gravel Co., Inc. $14.45 $16,617.50 MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY TRAYNOR, THAT THE BIDS BE REFERRED TO STAFF FOR ANALYSIS AND REPORT BACK AT THE.NEXT REGULAR MEETING. CARRIED Mayor Bauch introduced two new Police Officers, Gerald E. Myklebust and Joseph E. Snyder and administered the oath of office to each. The newly appointed officers were then introduced to members of the City Council and audience in attendance. After a brief overview by Kjell Stoknes, Planning Director, of the Transportation /Utilities Element of the Comprehensive Plan and its content, Mayor Bauch opened the public hearing at 7:27 P.M. Mr. Charles 0. Baker, Executive Director of the Tukwila Industrial Council, spoke to Section 1 of the Roadways Statement regarding Policy No. 2, stating his concern with discouraging maneuvering of automobiles or trucks on public rights -of -way. His comment was that he would like to see this area of policy more flexible. Mr. Richard Bowen, Chairman of the Citizen Review Committee for the Transportation /Utilities Element stated that serious consideration was given to this policy. He noted that trucks are becoming larger and more difficult to maneuver and therefore, the purpose of this policy statement was to allow future consideration for more area. Steve Hall, Public Works Director, noted that roads and turning radiuses are not designed for larger trucks and that his office is investigating establishment of specific truck routes and will be coming back to the Council in the future with plans. May 3, 1976 Page 2 PUBLIC HEARINGS - Cont. CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION "Law Week ", Volunteer Effort by Steven L. Robinson SECOND READING Ordinance No. 966 - Wages and Benefits, 1976 Department Heads and Specific Supervisors FIRST READING WWWIIIIWAL OF. ORDINANCES • OF ORDINANCES Ordinance No. 967 - Interdepartmental Loan between Water /Sewer Construction Fund and LID #27 Proposed Ordinance - Relocation of Railroad Crossing on South - center parkway John Sheets, Chief of Police, stated that truck parking and maneuvering has been a problem in the past and most certainly would increase in the future with the size of the larger trucks. There being no further comment from the audience, Mayor Bauch closed the Public Hearing at 7:37 P.M. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY PESICKA, TO REFER THE TRANSPORTATION/ UTILITIES ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ON MAY 10, 1976. CARRIED. Mayor Bauch presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Steven L. Robinson, Tukwila Police Officer, for his volunteer effort to the Tukwila Community in establishing "Law Week" and its promotion at Tukwila Elementary School during the week of April 12 - 16. Officer Robinson was commended for his volunteer efforts and for the rapport he has established with the youth of the Community and also by the teachers of Tukwila Elementary School who commented by letter to their Principal. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ. CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read proposed ordinance providing for an interdepartmental loan between Water /Sewer Construction Fund and LID #27 in the amount of $70,000.00. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE RULES BE SUSPENDED FOR SECOND READING AND THAT ORDINANCE NO: 967 BE ADOPTED AS READ. CARRIED, WITH HARRIS VOTING NO. MOVED BY TRAYNOR, SECONDED BY SAUL, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ. CARRIED. Deputy City Attorney Hard read the proposed Ordinance providing for the relocation of the railroad crossing on Southcenter Parkway at Minkler Boulevard and repealing Ordinance No. 617 of the City of Tukwila. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY PESICKA, THAT PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE•OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF MAY 10, 1976. CARRIED. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY PESICKA, THAT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE BE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY EXCLUDING SECTION 4.* Upon comment by Councilman Saul of the percentage raise given, IT WAS MOVED BY SAUL, SECONDED BY HARRIS, TO AMEND THE MOTION AND PLACE THIS MATTER BACK IN THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR THEIR NEXT MEETING.* Discussion ensued as to the wage formula applied. Upon a call for vote on the amendment to the motion, *MOTION FAILED, SAUL AND HARRIS VOTING NO. Voting upon the original motion to read the proposed ordinance, *CARRIED, WITH SAUL VOTING NO. Deputy City Attorney Hard read proposed ordinance establishing and granting wages and benefits retroactive to January 1, 1976, transferring appropriations for the positions of Public Works Director, City Clerk, Planning Director, City Treasurer, Fire Chief, Police Chief, Police Lieutenant and Fire Marshal and amending Budget Ordinance No. 957. MOVED BY HILL, SECONDED BY PESICKA, THAT ORDINANCE NO. 966 BE ADOPTED AS READ.* Councilwoman Harris questioned the Deputy City Attorney on the form of the ordinance and whether it was proper. Mr. Hard stating that he thought the ordinance was valid and in proper form. *ROLL CALL VOTE: 5 AYES - GARDNER, HILL, PESICKA, TRAYNOR, VAN DUSEN; 2 NOS - HARRIS, SAUL. MOTION CARRIED. MEMORANDUM CITY of TUKWILA PLANNING DEPARTMENT C TO: City Council FROM: Planning Department SUBJECT: Comprehensive Plan - Proposed Transportation /Utilities Element DATE: 30 April 197E This element is scheduled for a public hearing before the City Council on May 3, 1976 At this point the following actions have occurred: 1. Citizens Committee met during the evening of April 6, 8, 13 and 15, 1976, and recommended the element to the Planning Commission. 2. Planning Commission scheduled their public, hearing for their regu- lar meeting of April 22, 1976. However, due to a heavy agenda they were not able to get to it that night and recessed the meeting till the following Thrusday, April 29, 1976. On the 29th they recommended the element to the Council for approval substantially the'same as recommended by the Citizens Committee. Please note that the proposed motion of intent to adopt is attached for your convenience. Staff recognizes this motion is only a part of the total package to be acted upon at your pleasure. KS /cw Attachments: 1. Proposed Transportation /Utilities Element Environemntal Assessment and Declaration 3. Proposed motion of Intent to Adopt. Edgar D. Bauch, Mayor CITY or TUKWILA 14475 - 59TH AVENUE SOUTH TUKWI LA, WASHINGTON 98067 PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of the recessed Meeting, 29 April 1976.. The recessed meeting of the Tukwila Planning Commission was reconvened at 8:00 P.M. by Chairman Mettler. Commissioners present were: Mr. Kirsop, Mr. Bowen, Mr. Link, Mr. Bohrer, and Mr. West. Kjell Stoknes and Fred Satterstrom represented the Planning Department. Chairman Mettler explained that this meeting was a continuation of the recessed regular meeting held one week ago, 22 April 1976. He stated that two items would be considered tonight: Benaroya's Parkway Plaza North site plan and the Transportation /Utilities Element of the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan. . Site Plan - Parkway Plaza North Mr. Stoknes read the staff report, covering the five points which had concerned the Commission at the regular meeting. Mr. Stoknes stated that the City Attor- ney's response to questions regarding Benaroya's access road would not be avail- able for this meeting. Mr. Ken Long, representing Benaroya, passed out copies of a letter to all commissioners. Said letter was addressed to Mr. Stoknes from Mr. Benaroya and stated that latter's awareness of recorded easements affecting the proposed access road. Suggested by staff and agreed by Mr. Long that the City Attorney should review these easements. Mr. Long submitted a letter from Mr. H. E. Hurst of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific RR Co. addressed to Mr. Stoknes concerning their concur- rence with the planning and study to relocatespur rail trackage. Mr. Mettler reflected on past studies done by the Planning Commission on rail crossings on Southcenter Parkway and South 180th Street. It was his contention that the City had once agreed as to a certain number of crossings on these streets. Mr. Long stated that he concurred with staff on the "earth tone" paint scheme for the north elevation of the proposed building. He stated that the north side would not be signed unless they came back to the Planning Commission. Mr. Long said that he would also be happy to come back to the Commission with final graphic design for north elevation. . Planning Commission Page 2 Minutes of Recessed Meeting 29 April 1976 Mr. Stoknes expressed concern over the fact that the 15 -feet between buildings could not be easily surveilled by passing patrolmen. Mr. Long suggested that good lighting instead of locking gates might solve this problem. Mr. Mettler asked how large the parking stalls were? Mr. Long stated that they were the same as those at Parkway Plaza South. Mr. Kirsop inquired about whether Benaroya planned to have sidewalks along the street. Mr. Long stated that he would go along with sidewalks if required by the Commission. Mr. Mettler explained that the Planning Commission has felt strongly about sidewalks in the past, especially in commercial areas. Mr. Long reassured Mr. Mettler that Benaroya wants to do a good job and sidewalks were completely agreeable to him. Mr. Mettler noted that an overlay of Southcenter Parkway was scheduled in the near future and expressed a desire that the railroad relocation project be done in conjunction with the street overlay. Moved by Mr. Bowen, to approve the proposed development plan subject to the following conditions. 1. The development must conform to all restrictions set forth by the Uniform Fire and Building Codes as well as the Tukwila Municipal Code. 2. A detailed landscape plan to include, but not be limited to, a five foot sidewalk located on the public right -of -way be approved by the Commission prior to occupancy of the building. 3. Exterior treatment of the north elevation in the form of a compli- mentary paint scheme or architectural finish be approved by the Planning Commission prior to issuance of a Building Permit. 4. That all necessary documents, to include but not be limited to easements and property agreements, deemed necessary by the appropriate city officials and guaranteeing to the satisfaction of the City Attorney the proper execution of the development, be properly executed and a copy of each filed with the Building Per- mit Application prior to issuance of a Building Permit. 5. That the development be accomplished in stages so as not to disrupt rail service to Levitz, same to be insured by the Public Works Director, and that no financial hardship occurs to neighboring landowners. Also, railroad relocation should occur in tandem with street overlay. Motion was seconded by Mr. Link and carried to approve proposed plan subject to conditions. Planning Commission Page 3 Minutes of Recessed Meeting 29 April 1976 Transportation /Utilities Element - Public Hearing Chairman Mettler opened the public hearing on the Transportation /Utilities Element. Mr. Satterstrom began by reading the Introduction to the element. Mr. Bohrer suggested that the words "and development" be added to first sentence in paragraph 3 on first page. "Marches" was dropped from fourth sentence, same paragraph, and "proceeds" was substituted. Mr. Bohrer also suggested "commercial" be added to last sentence under "Roadway System ". Mr. Stoknes suggested that "development" be dropped from #3 under Element Thrust and "maintenance" substituted. TRANSIT Objective 3 New Policy 4 AIRPORTS Objective 5 Policy 2 Objective 5 Policy 3 WATER SYSTEM Objective 2 Objective 2 Policy 1 Objective 2 Policy 2 Mr. Kirsop suggested that a policy should be added encouraging the fastest mass transit possible, as well as park- and -ride lots. A new policy was added, Policy 4: "Promote freeway transit stops in conjunction with local park- and -ride lots." Text was worded to read: "This policy encourages faster and more frequent transit service to local citizenry and avoids unnecessary delay by creating a separate transit lane within freeway right -of -way for boarding of passengers." Text was reworded to delete "tremendous" and insert the word "significant ". The word "significant" was deleted in text to policy. "Installation of costly system and larger systems" was.reworded to read "Installation of costly systems larger than needed..." "Main distribution system" was substituted for the original wording of: "System facilities like pumping stations which are required as a matter of system efficiency." Original policy 2 was determined to be an error in typing and should have been omitted. This policy was deleted but a new policy was added by Mr. Kirsop: "Provide reservoir capacity within the City water system." Proposed text was worded as follows: "The hills in and near Tukwila provide suitable sites for reservoirs to stablilize the pressures and flows in the major commercial and industrial districts and to serve as a reserve supply should there be a major failure of the conduit supplying virtually all of the City's water. The construction of reservoirs will reduce the City's reliance on pressure reducing valves for pressure control." Planning Commission Page 4 Minutes of Recessed Meeting 29 April 1976 Objective 2 The words "expensive to the City" were dropped from the Policy 5 explanatory text. SANITARY SEWER SERVICE Objective 3 Objective 4 Objective 5 Policy 3 Objective 5 Policy 4 STORM SEWER SYSTEM Objective Objective 6 Policy 2 Objective Policy 4 Objective Policy .5 Objective 8 Objective 8 Policy 6 Objective 8 Policy 7 The word "policy" was replaced with "objective" in the explanatory text. The words "quite costly" were replaced with "unfavorable" in the text. Wording was added to refer to specific objective and policy: Objective 2, Policy 3. Wording was added to refer to specific objective and policy: Objective 2, Policy 4. 6 "Loss of property" was replaced with "property damage" in wording of objective. Also, last five words in explanatory text were deleted and "damage" substituted. The example "(pipe)" and "(detention ponds)" were added to policy to aid in the understanding of structural and non- structural. 6 The word "natural" was substituted for "structural" in explanatory text. 6 "Peak rainfall periods" was replaced with "peak periods" in text. UNDERGROUND UTILITIES Objective 8 Policy 2 text. runoff' Wording of text was changed to reflect the unsafe nature of overhead wire systems. "Promote" was substituted for "provide" in the explanatory The words "that are undergrounded" were replaced with "served by underground utilities" in the policy statement. The following sentence was added to the explanatory text: "The undergrounding of all utilities should be coordinanted to the maximum extent possible." Following the review of the element, Chairman Mettler called for a motion. Moved by Mr. Link, seconded by Mr. Bowen, and carried to recommend the revised Transportation /Utilities Element to the City Council -for adoption. Planning Commission Minutes of Recessed Meeting Prior to adjournment, it was agreed that interested Commissioners should go on a tour of apartments in the City of Tukwila to observe density, parking, sur- face coverage, and other factors associated with multiple - family zoning. This short tour was scheduled for May 13th at 7:00 PM, one hour before the Special Meeting of the Commission. Moved by Mr. Link, seconded by Mr. Kirsop, and carried to adjourn the meeting. Minutes Prepared by: Fred N. Satterstrom Associate Planner Hans B. West, Secretary Tukwila Planning Commission Page 5 29 April 1976 y �r D. Bauch, Mayor CITY of TUKWILA 14475 - 59TH AVENUE SOUTH TUKWI LA, WASHINGTON 98067 PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of the Meeting, 22 April 1976 The regular April meeting of the Tukwila Planning Commission was called to order at 8:10 P.M. by Chairman Mettler. Other members present were: Mr. Bohrer, Mr. Bowen, Mr. Kirsop and Mr. Richards. Fred Satterstrom and Gary Crutchfield represented the Planning Department. Chairman Mettler welcomed Mr. John Richards as a new Commissioner filling the vacancy left by the recent resignation of Mr. Byron Sneva. Motion by Mr. Bowen, seconded by Mr. Kirsop and carried to approve the minutes of the 25 March 1976 regular meeting. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS Gary Crutchfield read Staff Report informing the Commission of recent actions of the Council regarding Planning Commission actions. Mr. Frank Todd, 14446 - 59th Avenue South, informed the Commission of the recent Council action granting a waiver from Resolution #489 allowing him to apply for a rezone, from R -3 to R -4, on his parcel located 300 feet north of Southcenter Boulevard west of 62nd Avenue. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN REVIEW Fred Satterstrom explained the Comprehensive Plan is evolving right on schedule and suggested the Commission schedule a work meeting on 13 May 1976 to review the composite of the various maps recommended by the respective committees. Commission agreed to meet at 8:00 P.M. Thursday, 13 May 1976 for a work session on the maps. NEW BUSINESS Motion by Mr. Kirsop, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried to amend the agenda to consider SIGNS and BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW before proceeding with NEW BUSINESS since none of the audience were related to this section. Planning Commission Page 2 Minutes 22 April 1976 SIGNS VandeKamps - Southcenter Gary Crutchfield read Staff Report and described the proposed sign and loca- tion and reiterated the conclusions contained in the Staff Report. Considerable discussion ensued among Commissioners regarding potential "parade of horribles ". Generally agreed with the staff conclusion that .. identification of secondary uses could become a serious problem. Motion by Mr. Bowen, seconded by Mr. Richards and carried to deny the pro- posed sign based on the Findings and Conclusions contained in the Staff Report.. BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW Building Alteration - McCann Project #186 Mr. Richards excused himself from participation in this matter due to possible conflict of interest. Gary Crutchfield read Staff Report and drew diagram of total property including buildings. Mr. William Cramer, Ceiling Interior Supply Systems (applicant), stated that the McCann Company still owned all of the property and had given their approval when Ceiling Interior had leased the buildings. Chairman Mettler referred to the original approval of the overall development concept in 1971 regarding the Planning Commission's stipulation of approval that the 50 foot access roads remain in private ownership. Mr. Kirsop questioned the nature of the business as it relates to the need for the additional truck doors. Mr. Cramer explained the business as building supplies and some of it is larger than the doors to the front of the building. Motion by Mr. Kirsop, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried to approve the altera- tions subject to the following conditions: 1. Approval by Fire and Building Departments. 2. Restriction of the use of the truck doors on the south building face to those vehicles which will not intrude upon the private roadway. Mr. Richards returned to the Commission table. Site Plan - Parkway Plaza North Gary Crutchfield read Staff Report and noted that Mr. Long could better answer any questions of the Commission. Planning Commission Page 3 Minutes 22 April 1976 Mr. Kenneth Long, architect for Benaroya Company, explained the proposed construction theme, potential uses, parking, landscaping and exterior archi- tectural treatment. Considerable discussion ensued regarding exterior treatment of the north elevation. Mr. Richards questioned the proposed building separations and setbacks. Mr. Long indicated that all Building and Fire Code regulations will be met. Chairman Mettler asked about the lack of sidewalks. Mr. Long stated Benaroya's desire to landscape and that five feet of city right -of -way is available for sidewalks. Gary Crutchfield questioned anticipated method of signing for tenants. Mr. Long stated it would be similar to the existing Parkway Plaza in that all tenant signing could be placed on the four foot high architectural band. Mr. Richards expressed concern regarding the 30 foot easement along the north property line; what is it for and does Benaroya have the right to pave it for access? Mr. Long could not provide an answer of any certainty. • Motion by Mr. Kirsop, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried to defer action on this matter until the following concerns have been adequately addressed: 1. The unlimited area of building created by this "addition"; 2. Fire and emergency vehicle access; 3. Sidewalks and landscaping; 4. Architectural treatment of north elevation; 5. Sixty foot paved access on north side of building (copies of agreements and easements). Chairman Mettler noted that this regular meeting was likely to be recessed until next Thursday, 29 April 1976, and that the Commission would review all appropriate information at that time if it can be gathered by then. Site Plan - West Coast Machine Tools (Addition) Mr. Richards excused himself from participation in this matter due to possible conflict of interest. Gary Crutchfield read Staff Report noting this matter had been deferred from the March meeting to allow several concerns to be addressed. Mr. Tom Sconzo, architect, displayed and explained new drawings reflecting revisions made to address the concerns expressed by the Commission at the March meeting. • Planning Commission Page 4 Minutes 22 April 1976 The Commission discussed parking arrangement and truck maneuvering on this site, especially as it relates to Christensen Trail project now being designed by the City. Motion by Mr. Kirsop, seconded by Mr. Bowen and carried to approve the proposed building revision subject to any conditions imposed through the Andover ACC. Mr. Richards returned to the Commission table. Mr. Todd requested he be recognized under OTHER BUSINESS since he was the only person remaining in the audience. Chairman Mettler so recognized him. Mr. Todd requested the Commission conduct a special meeting on Thursday, 13 May 1976, to conduct a Public Hearing on his rezone application for which the City Council had recently granted a waiver from Resolution #489. Felt the matter was beginning to become redundant and all information is readily available and would accelerate his development time by 4- 6 weeks. Gary Crutchfield noted the Commission will be conducting a worksession that evening to scrutinize the Comprehensive Plan maps. Moreover, Kjell Stoknes, Planning Director, had recently expressed his desire for a field trip by all Commissioners to view existing apartment developments to allow the Commission to obtain a firmer grasp as to residential densities. Motion by Mr. Bowen and seconded by Mr. Kirsop to conduct a Special Meeting on Thursday, 15 May 1976, to hold a Public Hearing to consider Mr. Todd's rezone application. Mr. Richards expressed concern of not being familiar with the past considera- tions. Mr. Bohrer reiterated that concern and noted his desire for the field trip expressed by the staff. Voice vote on motion: AYES - Mr. Kirsop and Mr. Bowen; NAYS - Mr. Richards and Mr. Bohrer. Chairman Mettler broke tie vote with AYE. MOTION CARRIED. Chairman Mettler directed staff to provide copy of previous information to Mr. Richards, Mr. Bohrer and Mr. Bowen. CODE AMENDMENT - Miscellaneous Informational Signs Gary Crutchfield read Staff Report explaining the history of this problem with the Sign Code and offered three general alternatives to pursue over the next month to arrive at an appropriate code amendment to consider by public hearing at the regular May meeting. The Commission discussed at great length the alternatives and what concept to employ in arriving at an amendment which would clarify the definition of mis- cellaneous signs and recognize where and when they are necessary. Also discussed concepts of restriction, such as size, height, number, illumination and copy. Chairman Mettler recessed the meeting at 10:50 P.M. Minutes .repared by: field lanner Planning Commission Page 5 Minutes 22 April 1976 General consensus of the Commission that staff should proceed to draft an amendment to the Sign Code for consideration at the regular May meeting which both clarifies and expands the definition of miscellaneous informational signs to include recognition of curb cut identification and restrictions as to area, copy, illumination as well as clearly defining their relationship to the neces- sity of maintaining orderly use of the premises within the development. Due to the late hour and the need for considerable time to review the Transpor- tation /Utilities Element, motion by Mr. Bowen, seconded by Mr. Kirsop and carried to recess the regular April meeting to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, 29 April 1976. )4/ 41,6 Hans B. West, Secretary Tukwila Planning Commission 22 April 1976 CITY OF TUKWILA PLANNING DEPARTMENT PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT F 8:00 P.M. AGENDA ITEM VI A : PUBLIC NEARING - Transportation /Utilities Element The Transportation /Utilities Element of the Comprehensive Plan proposal was originally drafted by the Planning Department staff using the general and element goals adopted by the City Council in Resolution #504 for guidelines. This draft was reviewed by the Transportation /Utilities Committee, a volunteer group of citizens to bring the intent of the element more in line with public thinking. A Circulation map is submitted with this element indicating major streets and roads in the Planning Area. Those who participated.in the Transportation /Utilities Committee were: Lee Alsager, Don Campbell, Wynn Anderson, James Oswald, Roger Benson, and Frank Zepp. Mr. Richard Bowen, Planning Commissioner, chaired the Transportation/ Utilities Committee. 22 April 1976 (date) Published in the Renton Record - Chronicle on NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF TUKWILA 8:00 P.M. (time) Notice is hereby given that the Tukwila PLANNING COMMISSION will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING on the above date at City Hall, 14475 - 59th Avenue South, to consider ADOPTION of the TRANSPORTATION /UTILITIES ELEMENT of the Comprehensive Plan for the Tukwila Planning Area. All interested persons are encouraged to appear and be heard. Hans B. West, Secretary Tukwila Planning Commission For further information contact Fred Satterstrom at 242 - 2177. 7 & 14 April 1976 r This assessment has been prepared pursuant to the State onmental Policy Act of 1971 (SEPA) and Chapter 18.98 of the Tukwila Municipal Code.' • CITY OF TUKWILA ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ON THE. TRAASPORTATI Ord /UTILITIES OF THE PROPOSED TUKWILA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN #EPIC -ND -26 April t7, 1976 :CONTACT PERSON: Fred N..Satterstrom, Associate Planner 6230 Southcenter Boulevard `Tukwila, Washington 98188. 242 -2177 A. PROPOSED ACTION: 1. The Action: The proposed action is the review and adoption of the Transportation /Utilities Element, the last of five elements of the evolving Tukwila Comprehensive Plan. This element includes a number of objectives and policies concerning roads, railroads, sidewalks, transit, and airports, and water, sewer, and underground utilities. In addition, the proposed action includes a circulation Map showing major routes of vehicular transportation. 2. Justification: Through its budget allocations for calendar years 1974 and 1975, the Tukwila City Council has directed the updating of its Comprehensive Plan. Moreover, on November 17, 1975, the City Council adopted Resolution #504 which established th e planning process and the time schedule of the Plan's five (5) elements and Ma The Transportation /Utilities Element of the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan is authorized in and has been prepared in accordance with Washington State law, RCW 35.63. 3. Location: Adoption of the Transportation /Utilities Element will directly effectuate a plan for guiding the maintenance, improvement, and extension of transportation routes and utilities in the City of Tukwila. Indirectly, these improvements and exten- tions will effect what is commonly called the Tukwila Planning Area. 4. Historical Background: John Graham & Co. completed the first Comprehensive Plan for Tukwila in 1961, shortly before the City underwent the tremendous development which has charac- terized the area over the past 15 years. Since this original plan was adopted, . it has been revised only once, in 1967 when changes were made to the Land Use Map. No revisions have ever been made to the original text of the Plan. 5. Public Participation: The Transportation /Utilities Element had its roots in a general planning issue - oriented questionnaire distributed by the City's planning staff during June and September 1975. This questionnaire was mailed or hand - delivered to every single - family or apartment unit and all business license holders within city limits. Of the 1819 questionnaires distributed, about ..14% or 256 questionnaires were returned. Responses to this questionnaire helped the Planning Staff to prepare prelimi- nary general and element goals for the Comprehensive Plan. These goals were adopted by the City Council on November 17, 1975 by Resolution #504. The Element Goals for the Transportation /Utilities Element formed the framework within which the Staff drafted a proposed element to be reviewed by a citizens' committee. During April 1976, the Transportation /Utilities Committee, a seven - member volunteer citizens' group will review the proposed Transportation /Utilities element and will adopt a set of revised objectives and policies. In addition, this committee will adopt a proposed circulation map. All committee meetings will be open to the general public. Before official adoption, there will be opportunities for additional public input at a public hearing before the Planning Commission and a public hearing before the City Council, both dates to be legally published in the Renton Record - Chronicle. 6. Relationship to Existing Laws, Policies, and Plans: As mentioned, there presently exists a Comprehensive Plan for the City of Tuk- wila as well as a Comprehensive Land Use Map. Both have been found to be out- dated by the City Council. Through Resolution #489, the City Council has placed a moratorium -like status on the rezoning of properties to "higher" uses and on • actions significantly affecting the environment until a new Comprehensive Plan is completed. The Transpotation /Utilities Element is one of five elements in this new plan. When all elements of the Comprehensive Plan are adopted along with the Land Use Map, the old Comprehensive Plan will be repealed. Since the existing zoning ordinance is based upon the 1961 Comprehensive Plan and Map, the adoption of a new Plan will necessitate revision or updating of the zoning ordinance and map: Until a new zoning ordinance and map can be adopted, if indeed a revision is undertaken, the existing zoning regulations will remain in effect. In addition, if the objectives and policies of the Transportation /Utilities Ele- ment are adopted, they could form the framework and direction for other imple- menting ordinances such as the subdivision code, underground utilities ordinance, 6 -year street construction program, and the like. 7. Decisions Remaining Before Implementation of the Legislation: The Planning Commission must recommend approval of the plan during a published public hearing and the City Council adopt it during a regular Council meeting prior to official implementation of the Transportation /Utilities Element. Also, if the City Council elects to pass the Transportation /Utilities Element via a motion of intent to adopt procedure, there will be another public hearing held at a later date to consider passage of the entire Comprehensive Plan ordinance. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: As mentioned, there presently exists a Comprehensive Plan for the City of Tukwila and a Comprehensive Land Use Map. The Plan was completed in 1961, as was the Map, but the latter was the only one updated (in 1967). As such, the text of the Plan has long been useless as a tool for guiding land use decisions. Instead, it has been the Land Use Map which has for several years been regarded and used as the Comprehensive Plan. The Transportation /Utilities Element is the last of five elements being developed which, together, will comprise the new Comprehensive Plan for Tukwila. Other elements include Natural Environment, Open Space, Residence, and Commerce /Industry. The objectives and policies contained within these elements will serve to-aid the Planning Commission and City Council in their land use related deliberations. A comprehensive Land Use Map will be developed along with these elements which will illustrate how the Plan policies apply to the land. The circulation map will be adopted also and will be aimed at achieving the final land use pattern. C. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF THE PROPOSED LEGISLATION: Because the essential use of the Transportation /Utilities.Element will be as a policy guide and its influence in the decision making process is futuristically indeterminate, it is impossible to adequately assess the physical and social impacts of the proposed Transportation /Utilities Element. At a later date, when implementing ordinances are proposed to enact these objectives and policies, possible physical and social impacts will become clearer. An adequate assess- ment of these impacts should be made at that time. DIRECT IMPACTS: The most direct effect of the proposed Transportation /Utilities Element will be as a policy guide for decision - making, especially on matters of roads, railroads, sidewalks, transit, and utilities. As such, its primary users will be the decision - makers themselves, i.e., the Planning Commission and City Council. Opportunities to utilize the Transportation /Utilities objectives and policies will occur during official consideration of rezones (to or from residential use), special use permits, residential subdivisions, and will provide direc- tion to staff in the development and proposal of implementing legislation. INDIRECT IMPACTS: Indirect impacts will occur through the implementing ordinances which attempt to effectuate the Transportation /Utilities Element goals'and policies. Possible implementing legislation will include a revision of the zoning ordinance (to reflect the aims of the Transportation /Utilities Element policies and other element policies), the subdivision ordinance, 6 -year street construction pro- gram, capital improvement program, and sidewalk plan. D. ANY UNAVOIDABLE ADVERSE EFFECTS: As a policy guide for decision - making on matters of transportation and util- ities, the direct impacts of the proposed Transportation /Utilities Element should be positive ones. It is also expected that the indirect social, physical, and economic effects of adoption of the Transportation /Utilities Element will be mostly positive, especially to the general public. However, it is anticipated that some indivi- duals could be negatively impacted in various ways through enactment of imple- menting legislation. Such adverse impacts may occur through zoning actions or code enforcement, actions which may be viewed as positive public benefits but which may necessarily cause problems for some private parties. E. ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED ACTION: The alternatives to adoption of the Transportation /Utilities Element are limitless, but a few of these alternatives stand out as more reasonable or viable. These alternatives are the following: 1. Do not adopt the Transportation /Utilities Element. Allow the existing 1961 Comprehensive Plan and revised Land Use Map for Tukwila to stand as is. Advantages: Alternative #1 would require no additional city resources to implement for the Plan already exists and is in effect. Disadvantages: The present Comprehensive Plan and Circulation Map provide little if any basis for land use and infrastructural decisions. Because of this, the Plan and Map render the City of Tukwila vulnerable to lawsuits. 2. Adopt a Transportation /Utilities Element with only objectives and policies, no map portion. Advantages: Objectives and policies would allow City to make land use decision while not making a mapped pre- commitment. In the long run, this alternative could be the most flexible. Disadvantages: Through official actions, the local government has shown that they want a circulation map to accompany the objectives and policies. Having no such map, confusion could occur in the decision - making process. 3. Adopt only a Transportation /Utilities Map, no objectives or policies. Advantages: This alternative represents a quick, expedient, one - step method for checking a proposal's compatibility with the Comprehensive Plan. Disadvantages: Inadequacy of this alternative stems from the single - purposeness of the map, i.e., the maps only depict distribution, not other issues which may be related to trans- portation and utilities. These other issues are best addressed through policy statements. F. IRREVERSIBLE AND IRRETRIEVABLE COMMITMENTS OF RESOURCES: In developing and adopting the Transportation /Utilities Element, the major commitment in terms of resources will be in the form of staff time, salaries and wages, and printing and publication fees. Once committed, these resources are irretrievable. CITY OF TUKWILA DECLARATION OF NON- SIGNIFICANCE ON THE TRANSPORTATION /UTILITIES ELEMENT OF THE TUKWILA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Pursuant to Chapter 18.98 of the Tukwila Municipal Code dealing with envir- onmental requirements and the State Environmental Policy Act of 1971. Proposed legislation to adopt the Transportation/Utilities Element of the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan. CITY OF TUKWILA - APPLICANT INTRODUCTION: The following is a statement of declaration by the undersigned as the Respon- sible Official pursuant to Chapter 18.98 of the Tukwila Municipal Code and the Washington State Environmental. Policy Act of 1971. An Environmental Assessment has been completed on the proposed legislation to adopt the Transportation /Utilities Element of the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan. DECLARATION: • Based upon the environmental assessment submitted, the City of Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 18.98 dealing with environmental policy, and the guidelines issued . by the Washington State Department of Ecology for the implementation of the State Environmental Policy Act, I find that this proposed action will not have a signi- ficant effect upon the environment and therefore an environmental impact statement is not required. CITY OF TUKWILA jel Mknes, P a in g Director Date of negative declaration: April17, 1976 le. 041-Pio= 5. TRANSPORTATION / UTILITIES MAN ESSENTIAL ELEMENT ® SECTION 1. TRANSPORTATION P n ; ro‘y DRAFT # SUBJECT TO f EVISIO tl This element deals with the City's "infrastructure ", or the man -made service and support systems — roads, transit, railroads, airfields, and utilities — which are necessary for the functioning of an urban environment. Without these infrastructural systems, the City of Tukwila as we know it could not operate. Without streets and highways and railroads, industries could not ship or receive freight, retail stores could not receive customers, and the commuter could not commute. Without water and sewer facilities, no one could live or work here. These systems are essential components of any urban envir- onment; without them there is no urban environment. Because these systems are so important, the vitality and the future growth of communities hinges on their development and maintenance. Adequate service levels allow for growth and vitality; poor service levels inhibit growth and spur decline. As far as the Tukwila area is concerned, if time stood still existing water sup- plies, sewage treatment, runoff facilities, and transportation routes would probably be adequate — overall. But "now" is soon "tomorrow" and as Tukwila proceeds toward full development and the Lower Green River Valley becomes more and more urbanized, present services and systems will gradually become inade- quate. With an eye on the future, the local government must monitor the new growth demands put upon its public facilities and plan for new ones in order that adequate service levels can be maintained. Transportation modes include roadways, railways, transit, air, and sidewalk/ pathway systems. Below is an explanation of each system: Roadway System: The backbone for transportation circulation in the Tukwila area consits of the streets and highways which cross and criss -cross the Planning Area. These transportation routes collect and distribute all modes of vehicular traffic (e.g., auto, truck, bus, motorcycle). Streets and high- ways provide the resident with immediate access to and from their place of residence, employment, and centers of cultural, social, commercial and recre- ational activity. Railway System: Fixed -rail service in the Tukwila area has been essentially limited to the movement of cargo and goods; there is presently no passenger service. Several spur rails penetrate into the Tukwila industrial district from the mainline tracks which mark the eastern boundary of the Planning Area. Rail service is responsible for the economic livelihood of many commercial/industrial enterprises in the area. ' Recommended by P/C 5 -1 April 29,. 1976 Transit System: Transit service in the Tukwila area consists of bus transpor- tation which allows for mass transportation for the non - motoring public. Pre- sently, bus service is provided by METRO which maintains shuttle routes within Tukwila and routes which connect the City to the broader Seattle- Tacoma metro- politan area. Airports: Aviation provides the resident with an expedient means of inter- national, national, and local travel. Its facilities also provide for a high level of employment and contribute to the community's economic base. Two airports impact the Tukwila area although neither is located within the Plan- ning Area. Sea -Tac Airport, located to the west, maintains both passenger and freight services, as does Boeing Field to the north only to a lesser degree. Pedestrian and Bicycle Systems: Non - motorized means of travel provide a transportation sub - system which has a relatively minimal impact on the envir- onment while also providing access to places of recreation, schools, convenience shopping, churches, and places of employment. In the Tukwila area, this type of transportation has historically been largely ignored. As the availability of energy diminishes and its costs increase, pedestrian, and bicycle systems will doubtless become more important elements in the overall circulation network. ■ SECTION 2. UTILITIES Utilities include water, sanitary and storm sewer, and underground utility systems. A brief discussion of each follows: Water Systems: Water service commonly consists of underground mains and lines which provide clean water for domestic consumption and industrial use. In the Tukwila area, this water is supplied through the City of Seattle Water Depart- ment to the City of Tukwila municipal water district as well as other water districts which service parts of the Planning Area. Sanitary Sewer Systems: Sanitary sewer service consists of an underground net- work of pipe which delivers public and industrial wastes to treatment facilities for disposal. At this time, most of the Planning Area receives sanitary sewer service, from both municipal and special purpose districts. All wastes are treated at the METRO treatment plant in Renton. Storm Water Systems: Storm water sewer service consists of a complex network of open ditches, underground storm drains, pumps, ponds, and ultimately the Green River. This service is provided primarily by King County and the City of Tukwila. Underground Utility Systems: Underground utilities consist of electrical and communication lines placed in underground conduit. Presently, underground utilities have been installed in much of the commercial /industrial areas and to a lesser extent in the residential areas. ® ELEMENT THRUST Several basic concepts are emphasized in this element. These are: As recommended by P/C 5 -2 April 29, 1976 1. A systems approach to transportation and utilities; 2. Consistency of transportation /utility systems with planned land use; 3. Planning and foresight in the construction and maintenance of the various facilities. It is felt that the objectives and policies of this element will provide guidelines for future decisions by legislators as well as provide the basis for development of more specific element plans as it reldtes to transporta- tion and utilities. SECTION 1: TRANSPORTATION OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES ROADWAYS OBJECTIVE 1. ESTABLISH AN EFFICIENT, SAFE, AND WELL- DESIGNED CIRCULATION SYSTEM WHICH PROMOTES DESIRED DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS. This objective and the following policies encourage roadway design and construction which will have a long life -span and be aesthetically pleasing to the user. In addition, it is an objective to build -in user safety while allowing efficient movement of traffic. Because the relationship between transportation and land use is so tightly interwoven, a change or improvement to the roadway system will inextricably affect the land use pattern, and vice versa. As a result, this objective supports a broad approach to roadway improve- ment which considers the circulation impact on planned land use patterns. EFFICIENCY: Policy 1. Minimize conflict between moving traffic and parked vehicles. This relates to efficiency, safety, and design of road- ways. This policy encourages road design which either eliminates parked vehicles from the roadway section or assures that parked vehicles will not interfere with the flow of traffic or their safety. Policy 2. Discourage the maneuvering of automobiles or trucks on public rights -of -way. In certain industrial /commercial areas of the city, the maneu- vering of trucks on public rights -of -way in order to make entry onto pri- vate property for purposes of loading or unloading diminishes street safety and delays traffic flow. To avoid these problems, the City could . take action to either limit truck size, limit the hours of large truck deliveries, or other similar action. Policy 3. Encourage the designation of specific truck routes into commercial and industrial areas and minimize the conflict between truck and automobile traffic. By their design, some roadways can more easily accommodate, truck traffic than others. The movement of truck traffic on certain roadways can also have adverse effects on adjacent non - industrail land uses. Moreover, on certain streets, the mix of truck and auto traffic creates hazardous conditions otherwise avoided on appropriate roadways. 5 -4 As recommended by P/C April 29, 1976 DESIGN: Policy 4. Dedication of adequate and acceptable public rights -of- way should be obtained in all subdivisions. Uncontrolled and haphazard land subdivision which has historically not been overseen by the local government has caused problems of access, safety, and signing on the subdivided land, especially in industrial districts. In order to avoid these types of problems and promote orderly development on all properties, adequate roadway rights -of -way should be dedicated at the time of land subdivision. Policy 5. Encourage effective construction techniques, quality materials, and timely maintenance on all roads and highways. This policy encourages a philosophy of quality develop- ment and timely maintenance on all roadways. The effect of this policy maybe higher initial costs during construction. However, it is felt that through better construction techniques and more timely maintenance that the long term costs of roads as well as the ability of the City to estimate these costs will be more advantageous to the City. Policy 6. Discourage single- purpose road construction and improve- ment projects (except for routine maintenance) but coor- dinate street improvements with those of sidewalks, underground utilities, landscaping, and others as need warrants. While it is important for the City to provide movement for vehicles,.it is also important for the City to consider and provide for the movement of pedestrians and bicyclists as well as roadway aesthetics. This policy encourages consideration of.these other items in conjunction with road projects rather than doing each incrementally. Policy 7. Good design principles should be adhered to in the maintenance of existing streets or the construction of new streets. While this policy encourages the use of standard design concepts, local conditions and.needs should also be reviewed and met if possible. Good design should incorporate the roadways, side - walks, landscaping, lighting and other facets which are normally a part of a roadway project. As recommended by P/C 5 -5 April 29, 1976 Policy 8. Each road should be classified and standards for design should be developed for each class of roadway. In order to simplify the decision making process for the design and construction of various roadways, this policy encourages the various roadways to be classified based upon the adjacent land use and servicing area of that roadway. At times the City may wish to designate a roadway a particular classification to encourage or discourage the use of that roadway for through traffic. Policy 9. Promote the consolidation of access points to frontage properties along major arterials. The number of access points fronting a major arterial from adjacent properties is often related to the number of traffic accidents on that arterial. That is, the more driveways or access points to the major arterial the more accidents tend to occur. Because of this, this policy encourages properties fronting major arterials to coordinate their development in such a way that they may share common access points. Policy 10. Encourage the construction of safe internal access roads in developments and other private easement roads. While it is important to have safe public streets in the City, it is also important to have safe internal access roads in devel- opments and on private easement roads. This policy encourages safety considerations to be used in all private development. IMPACT: Policy 11. Encourage the use of noise buffers between major roads and residential areas. The City of Tukwila is bisected by many major streets which significantly impact certain areas with high noise levels. This policy encourages the diminution of the adverse impacts of this noise on adja- cent land uses through various types of noise buffers. Policy 12. Minimize the adverse environmental impacts of existing and future roadways on the natural environment. This policy would promote a balance between the man -made environment and the natural environment. While it is recognized that a certain amount of disruption to the natural environment is necessary in the construction of new roadways, efforts could be made to hold these impacts to a minimum. This policy would also go beyond the construction of roads to the impacts of existing roads, such as lack of provision for storm water and related erosion of land due to the lack of control. 5 -6 As recommended by P/C April 29, 1976 OBJECTIVE 2. EFFICIENCY: RAILWAYS ENCOURAGE A RAILWAY SYSTEM WHICH PROVIDES FOR THE EFFICIENT, SAFE, AND ECONOMIC MOVEMENT OF PEOPLE AND GOODS WITH A MINI- MUM OF ADVERSE IMPACT TO MOTORISTS, PEDESTRIANS, AND ADJACENT LAND USE. It is recognized that the availability of rail service within the business community is a great asset to that community. At the same time, it is important that this rail service not be detrimental to motorist, pedes- trians, and adjacent land uses. Explicit within this objective is the future hope that movement of people can be expanded on the railroads. Policy 1. Railroad lines and spurs should be functionally related to the areas through which they pass and should promote desired development patterns. While railroads provide commercial and industrial areas with much needed freight transport services, they may be incompatible with other types of land use, such as residential districts. Also, the extension of rail lines tends to set the tone of development for that area lying along its bed. The effects of this may not be consis- tent with planned land use patterns. This policy encourages railroads and rail lines to pass through only those areas to which they are . functionally related, thereby promoting desired land use patterns. Policy 2. Use and operation of localized rail lines should coincide with periods of low traffic flow.. Railroad operations during peak vehicular traffic hours severly restricts movement on public rights -of -way and causes localized congestion. Since the movement of rail traffic can be programmed and scheduled, this policy encourages more orderly movement on city streets by restricting rail traffic during peak hours. DESIGN: Policy 3. Encourage the elimination of at -grade crossings on main line tracks. At -grade crossings on mainline railroad tracks causes needless traffic delays and pose certain safety hazards to motorists. Through the elimination of at -grade crossings, the safety and effici- ency of vehicular traffic — and rail traffic as well — can be enhanced. As recommended by P/C 5 -7 April 29, 1976 IMPACT: EFFICIENCY: TRANSIT Policy 4. Rail lines should be located in corridors in order to reduce the number of grade crossings and reduce access and usability problems of the land otherwise located between such lines. While it is important to provide rail lines in order to serve properties, it is also desirable that these be provided in such a way that will minimize safety hazards. In addition, the . location of rail lines in corridors also increases access alterna- tives to private roads from street rights -of -way. Policy 5. Where there is serious conflict between existing rail- road lines and adjoining land use, steps should be taken by screening, subdivision design, or other mehtods to minimize the adverse impacts. An example of this policy may be where rail lines are located adjacent to residential or even professional office land uses. The intent of the policy is to make the location and use of rail spurs as compatible as possible with the adjacent land use. OBJECTIVE 3. PROMOTE AN EFFECTIVE AND VIABLE MASS TRANSIT'SYSTEM WHICH TIES THE TUKWILA AREA TO THE REGION. The private automobile, despite its widespread use, is an inefficient and costly method of transportation. On the other hand, a viable mass transit system which ties the Tukwila area to the region offers an effec - . tive and economic form of transportation. Policy 1. Coordinate with METRO for the best and most useful transit service for local citizens within the Planning Area. While it is important to provide transit service connecting • the local community to the region, it is also important to allow resi- dents within the community to travel locally in order to meet their shopping and social needs. Because social and settlement patterns change over time, it is important to monitor these changes and correlate transit routes accordingly. As recommended by P/C 5 -8 April 29, 1976 Policy 2. Support efforts to increase transit use. Since transit use conserves energy, reduces user costs, and diminishes traffic congestion, the use of the transit system should be encouraged. Efforts to increase the use of transit will also help ensure its continued existence. Policy 3. Promote the development of more cost effective methods of rapid transit. Today the primary method of rapid transit within the Puget Sound area is bus. This policy is to suggest that alterna- tives be investigated to determine which is the most effective long term solution to rapid transit, whether it be bus or some other method of fixed -rail transit. Policy 4. Promote freeway transit stops in conjunction with local park and ride lots. This Policy encourages faster and more frequent. transit . service to local citizenry and avoids unnecessary delay by creating a separate transit lane within freeway right -of -way for boarding of passengers. AIRPORTS • .OBJECTIVE.4. ENCOURAGE AN EFFICIENT SYSTEM OF AIR TRANSPORT WHICH SERVES BOTH THE PEOPLE AND 'INDUSTRIES OF THE PLANNING AREA. . The air transportation system provides a very beneficial ser- vice to the people and business in the Tukwila area. Passenger service. enhances the resident's mobility, as well as helps to bring people into the Tukwila area. Airline freight transport adds another factor to the ledger which makes the Tukwila area an advantageous place to carry on business. Since it does provide such a service to the community, this policy encourages its efficient opperation to help benefit the people and business in this community. 5 -9 As recommended by P/C April 29, 1976. OBJECTIVE 5. LIMOTE A HARMONIOUS RELATIONSHIP;TWEEN AIRPORTS AND SURROUNDING LAND USE. While the air transportation system provides certain benefits to the community by its use, it also has significant impacts upon the the community from the activity as well as noise. This policy would encourage a compatible relationship to the maximum extent possible between the airports and the,sur- rounding land use. Policy 1. Encourage the reduction of noise from the jet air traffic on Boeing Field. Jet traffic to and from Boeing'Field generally has a landing pattern or flight pattern directly over the Tukwila Hill. As time goes on and technology improves, the incorporation of quieter jet propulsion methods or retrofits into the jets themselves would cut down the noise impact on the residences of Tukwila. Policy 2. Promote airport - related and other compatible land uses around airports. Airports characteristically have significant noise, visual and air quality impacts upon surrounding land use. Some land uses are tolerant of these conditions, most are not. In order to avoid paralysis and blight in districts adjoining airports or impacted by adverse envir- onmental conditions, these districts should be planned for airport - related and other compatible land uses to ensure their health and longevity. Policy 3. Encourage flight patterns and landing /takeoff methods which minimize noise impacts on residential areas. Varied landing and takoff methods can perceptibly reduce the noise impact to noise - affected areas. Re- direction of flight patterns can sometimes accomplish the same. In any case, a flight pattern over residential areas poses a hazard to the safety and wel- fare of the persons living therein. 5 -10 As recommended by P/C April 29, 1976 Policy 4. Develop guidelines to regulate the use and location of heliports. Over the past several years, the helicopter has become more and more popular. With it has come a need for additional land- ing areas or heliports. Presently there are no restrictions regulating the location of heliports in the City. Before this mode of transport becomes a problem instead of a benefit, regulations must be developed for their placement. Policy 5. Discourage helicopter traffic from flying low over residential areas. Like jet air traffic, helicopters generate noise. As the number of heliports increase, the noise generated by helicopters may . become a tangible environmental problem, especially if heliports are located in proximity to or within residential areas. SIDEWALKS /PATHWAYS OBJECTIVE 6. CREATE A FUNCTIONAL, SAFE, AND CONVENIENT SIDEWALK OR PATHWAY SYSTEM. Historically, the bulk of circulation improvements have been geared for the automobile; little attention has been focused on the pedestrian or cyclist. This is not difficult to understand considering that the density of population heretofore has been low and travel by auto was uncomplicated and cheap. These conditions have changed over the years, however, and the importance of pedestrian and pathway systems is now pronounced. 5 -10 A As recommended by P/C April 29, 1976 C EFFICIENCY: Policy 1. Create a sidewalk or pathway system where every link is a part of an integrated network. In order to provide a viable sidewalk or pathway system, connections must be made within the system to make it workable and safe. This policy would encourage a system of sidewalks or pathways totally connected within the community. Policy 2. Integrate bicycle, pedestrian, bus and street systems and develop accommodating and safe mechanisms of transfering from one mode of transportation to another. In order to get from Point A to Point B, it is sometimes necessary to change modes of transportation along the way. An example of this would be getting off the bus and jumping on a bicycle to get the rest of the way home. Because of this factor, it is important to develop a transportation system where users can easily and safely change from mode to mode. DESIGN: Policy 3. Design a sidewalk or pathway system to tie residential areas to other activity nodes like schools, recreation areas, commercial areas, and so forth. The main purpose of a sidewalk or pathway system is to tie residential areas to high activity areas. This policy would promote the development of sidewalks between residential areas and such areas as schools, parks, and commercial areas. Policy 4. Design the sidewalk or pathway system to allow use by the elderly and handicapped. Many of the elderly or handicapped persons within the. community have no method of transporting themselves except by walking or by mass transit. This policy, in conjunction with policies inte- grating the sidewalk systems to mass transit, would promote the use of sidewalks for elderly and handicapped. 5 -11 As recommended by P/C April 29, 1976. Policy 5. Provide for pedestrian overpasses over other transporta- tion routes which otherwise restrict safe pedestrian move- ment across them. When the major freeways were cut through the Tukwila area very few provisions for pedestrian crossings were made. To tie the disjointed areas together and to implement the policies in this sec- tion, this policy encourages the development of pedestrian overpasses to help integrate the sidewalk and pathway system. Policy 6. Construct sidewalks and pathways within and between commercial areas and promote their use. Commercial areas generate a great deal of pedestrian activity. Tukwila has different areas of commercial activity and some pedestrian traffic is occurring between them without a safe and effective pedes- trian system available to accommodate them. This policy promotes the development of sidewalks between commercial areas not only for pedes- trian safety purposes, but also for the potential benefits this affords to the businesses themselves. IMPACT: Policy 7. Encourage the location, design, and maintenance of pedestrian sidewalk or pathway systems to provide security for abutting property owners. While it is important to provide sidewalk or pathway systems to the community, it is also important to consider the effect of the sidewalks on the adjacent properties. Design, placement, and construction considerations of sidewalks can oftentimes overcome the . potential problems to ,abutting private landowners.. Policy 8. Provisions should be made in each sidewalk or pathway constructed to provide for the safety of the user. Some considerations which should be taken into account to provide safety and security to the pathway /sidewalk user might include lighting, traffic speeds of the adjacent rights -of -way, setbacks from street, and the physical condition of the sidewalk and streets. 5 -12 As recommended by P/C April 29, 1976 SECTION 2. UTILITIES OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES WATER SYSTEM OBJECTIVE 1. PROVIDE AN EFFICIENT AND ADEQUATE WATER SUPPLY TO THE RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES OF THE CITY. In the past, water service provided by the City of Tukwila (with the help of the Seattle Water Department which supplies the water) has been a public asset: clean water for domestic use and sufficient water to allow industrial growth. This objective encourages the continued striving for clean water supplies which will allow the City to grow in the future as it has in the past. Policy 1. Encourage broader representation in the management and control of the main water distribution system. • At the present time the water supply system that the Tukwila area utilizes for its water supply is under the control of one jurisdiction. Other cities besides Tukwila also depend on this water system for their water service. Since there are many users of this system, it would be to the advantage of all these users to be involved in the management and control of this system. OBJECTIVE 2. PROVIDE WATER UTILITY SYSTEMS WHICH PROMOTE PLANNED LAND USE DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS. While it is important to provide adequate domestic and emer- gency water supply to lands within the Tukwila area, it is also important not to install systems larger than needed. Installation of costly systems larger than needed oftentimes creates pressure for higher land use designations. This objective promotes the design and installation of water systems which com- plement the planned land use, rather than those systems which undermine it. EFFICIENCY: Policy 1. The extension of municipal water service to unincorporated areas should be at a premium rate.' While not requiring annexation of all serviced areas, this policy serves as an incentive for these areas to annex. The increased rate is due to the fact that these areas are assessed for the extension of the water system into them (usually through the L.I.D. process), not for the expensive main distribution system. . As recommended by P/C - 5 -13 April 29, 1976 Policy 2. wide reservoir capacity withi :he City water system. The hills in and near Tukwila provide suitable sites for reservoirs to stabilize the pressures and flows in the major commercial and industrial districts and to.serve as a reserve supply should there be a major failure of the conduit supplying virtually all of the city's water. The construction of reservoirs will reduce the City's reliance on.pressure reducing valves for pressure control. Policy 3. Encourage the elimination and absorption of water districts at the appropriate time. It is a policy of the King County Boundary Review Board to reduce the number and complexity of special use districts. State law also allows absorption of water districts at such time as a certain portion of that district is incorporated into the City. This policy complements the stated policy of the King County Boundary Review Board and expresses an intent of the City to absorb any water district at such time as allowed by State law. DESIGN: Policy 4. Gauge the size of new water utility systems to the expected requirements of the area's planned land use. A myriad of problems arise when the coordination between land use planning and utility improvements fails. In a given area, utilities may be over- or under -sized for future, planned development, or, to look at it the other way, land use in an area may be overplanned for the existing utility systems. In order to maximize the efficiency of utility systems and to make the planned land use pattern realistic, the two must be considered concurrently. Policy 5. Design new water systems to allow for their extension into potential future service areas. This policy would promote efficiency in design and construc- tion in that it would accommodate extensions of water systems into future service areas at such time as the need arises. While the initial cost may be greater in the long run it is felt that the cost of this approach would be less.. The size of these water.facilities must be consistent with planned land use. Policy 6. Discourage dead - end water systems when constructing new systems. Dead -end water systems tend to negatively effect the water quality and quantity in that system. The provisions of allowing through systems or loop systems reduces or minimizes this effect. 5 -14 As recommended by P/C April 29, 1976 SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM OBJECTIVE 3. PROVIDE AN EFFICIENT AND ADEQUATE SANITARY SEWER SERVICE TO THE RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES OF THE CITY. Sanitary sewer service is a necessary utility to be provided to urbanized areas to protect the public health of that urbanized area. This ob- jectivewould encourage the City to provide an efficient and adequate sanitary sewer system to all the residents and businesses of the City to promote the public health. OBJECTIVE 4. PROMOTE RESOURCE - RECAPTURE METHODS OF SEWAGE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL. • Recent technology is now able to process sewage into re- useable resources, although the economics of this resource - recapture is still unfavorable. As this technology develops and as the costs of this recapture go down, this sewage treatment process may be a better alternative than the present treatment system. OBJECTIVE 5. PROVIDE SANITARY SEWER SERVICE WHICH PROMOTES PLANNED LAND USE DEVELOPMENT PATTERNS. This objective encourages the design and construction of sani- tary service which would best serve the planned land use development patterns of. an area. This is to imply that the system should be large enough to accommodate the users but not overly large to encourage pressures for higher land uses. EFFICIENCY: Policy 1. Coordinate with METRO for the continued treatment of sanitary waste. METRO at the present time is the recognized sewage collec- tion and treatment agency in the region. Service to date in .the Tukwila area has been adequate. As the area continues to develop and grow in population, it will become increasingly important to coordinate with METRO to ensure satisfactory service levels. Policy 2. The extension of municipal sanitary sewer service into unincorporated areas should be at a premium rate. While not requiring annexation of all municipally serviced areas, this policy acts as an incentive for these areas to annex. The increased rate is due to the expensive "system" improvements like pumping stations which are not customarily paid for by those in areas where short extensions may be made. As recommended by P/C 5 -15 April 29, 1976 Policy 3. Encourage the elimination and absorption of sewer dis- tricts at the appropriate time. DESIGN: Reasoning for this policy basically follows that of Policy under water systems. (SEE Objective 2, Policy'3) Policy 4. Gauge the size of new sanitary sewage systems to the expected requirements of the area's planned land use. Reasoning for this policy basically follows that of Policy underwater systems. (SEE Objective 2, Policy 4) Policy 5. Design new sanitary sewer systems to allow for their extension into potential future service areas. Sanitary sewer systems should be designed to accommodate their extension into potential future service areas. This is both more efficient and cost effective since it will allow future'extensions with a minimal amount of disruption to the present system. EFFICIENCY: STORM WATER SYSTEM OBJECTIVE 6. PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE AND COST EFFECTIVE METHOD OF PREVENTING PROPERTY DAMAGE FROM LOCAL STORM WATER. There are two sources of storm water that could impact the Tukwila community. One of these would be the overflowing of the Green River and the second one would be the backup of local storm water. The City should design and develop a method of implementing a storm water control system that would alleviate property damage. Policy 1. Design the storm water systems to handle the flow of peak runoff. The storm water systems, whether piped or open ditch, should be designed to handle the. projected runoff from the subdrainage basin impacting it. A specific storm interval should be established • by the City to determine the amount of storm water that needs to be accommodated in any given portion of this system. As recommended by P/C 5 -16 April 29, 1976 DESIGN: Policy 2. Encourage a part structural (pipe)., part non - structural (detention pond) storm sewer system. It is recognized that at certain times a structural solution for handling storm drainage is necessary due to cost con- straints, natural land form constraints, and so forth. On the other hand, a nonstructural solution to storm water control also has many benefits that should be explored prior to a decision being made on the design of the storm system. Policy 3. Coordinate with King County to insure that Tukwila's storm water system'will'be able to accommodate upland flows. It is recognized that the Tukwila watershed includes much of the upland area to the west of the City which lies within unincor- porated King County. Much runoff comes from this area and eventually impacts Tukwila's storm water system. The purpose of this policy is to encourage King County to recognize their impact on the City and cooperate with the City in the design and construction of the necessary storm sewer systems to accommodate the storm water flows. Policy 4. Where beneficial to downstream properties, control peak flow runoff from the source to a rate similar to natural conditions. One of the most effective ways to minimize the costs of a storm water system is to control the runoff when the water first comes in contact with the ground. This can be accommodated by either man -made or natural retention basins or the use of natural vegeta- tion to impede flash runoff. Policy 5. Where possible, make provisions for local storm water not cap- able of entering the Green River during periods of high flow. During periods of high rainfall the level of the Green River exceeds the level of the local storm drainage waters and does not allow the local runoff to enter into the Green River. Because of this local storm water backup occurs that could cause local property damage during the peak runoff periods. Provisions should be made to accommodate this local storm, water backup to an acceptable storm interval. 5 -17 As recommended by P/C April 29, 1976 IMPACT: EFFICIENCY: DESIGN: Policy 6. An equitable fee should be established charging the costs of the storm water system to the user and those benefiting from the system. As water lines and sewer lines are supported by the user or person benefiting from the system, so should the installation and maintenance of a storm water system be paid for by the user or those benefiting from the system. This would encourage development of a complete storm water plan for the City of Tukwila and develop methods of fairly and equitably assessing the user and benefitor for the cost and maintenance of the system. OBJECTIVE 7. COORDINATE WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS AND AGENCIES FOR SOLUTIONS TO STORM WATER CONTROL IN THE GREEN RIVER WATERSHED. Flooding of the Green River is caused from the entire Green. River Water Shed which incorporates many jurisdictions. Because of this, it is necessary to coordinate and cooperate with these other jurisdictions and agencies to develop equitable means of controlling flooding of the Green River to the mutual advantage of all concerned. Policy 1. Encourage control of peak runoff at the source. One of the most effective methods of minimizing peak runoff and flooding is to control runoff at the source. This spreads the runoff rate over a longer'period of time and lowers the peak elevation of flow in the River Policy 2. Discourage upstream channelization of the Green River and encourage the investigation of alternatives to channelization. Channelization of a river minimizes the recreational poten- tial of that river and also encourages the use of the river as a giant drainage ditch. As recommended by P/C 5 -18 April 29, 1976 IMPACT: Policy 3. Consider nonstructural as well as structural solutions to storm water control. Historically, the common practice for handling storm water has been to put it in man -made storm drainage systems. These systems are expensive and require continual maintenance. The effect of this practice is the heightening of runoff rates and ultimately a signifi- cant rise in stream and river flow, sometimes to flood stage. Non- structural solutions (like detention ponds) control runoff at the source, reduce peak runoff rates, and keeps riverflows down. Policy 4. The pumping of storm water into the Green River during peak flows should be discouraged until provisions are made for the added flow down river. Storm water pumped into the. Green River during peak flows could have severe adverse impacts as far as flooding goes on the Tuk- wila area until adequate provisions are made in Tukwila to handle the additional flow. The City of Tukwila questions the concept of up river pumping during peak flow periods as a viable alternative and considers this one of the least acceptable alternatives for storm water control solutions in the Valley. UNDERGROUND UTILITIES OBJECTIVE 8. ENCOURAGE THE UNDERGROUNDING OF ALL EXISTING AND NEW OVERHEAD ELECTRICAL OR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS. Overhead electrical and communications wires clutter the sky, ob- scure views, present a hazard and are aesthetically unappealing. In short, they detract from the quality of life in the community.. The undergrounding of these overhead system; adds to the quality of life by uncluttering the sky, revealing views, enhance the public safety and enhancing the aesthetic qualities of residential, and commercial districts. EFFICIENCY: Policy 1. A program should be established and followed providing for the orderly undergrounding of all existing overhead facilities. In order to implement the objective of undergrounding utilities, a program must be established and a method of undergrounding identified. This policy encourages the implementation and follow through of this program. .As recommended by P/C 5 -19 April 29, 1976 Policy 2. Legislation should be created setting forth undergrounding requirements on all new facilities and connections. DESIGN: This policy is intended to promote criteria for the specific construction of new facilities and their connections to guide the staff of the City in determining when undergrounding should be accomplished. Policy 3. Encourage all undergrounding to occur in existing easement or rights -of -way whenever feasible. While it is important to underground overhead systems, it is also important to consider the land requirements and costs associated with the system. Not only do additional easements take away from useable private land, it also increases the costs of-the underground program and should be discouraged. Policy 4. Vaults associated with undergrounding should be unobtru- sively sited where they do not inhibit the safety of adjacent roadways. The main reason for undergrounding in the first place is an aesthetic one; but the safety of streets for pedestrians and motorists cannot be sacrificed on such grounds. An appropriate. siting of underground utility vaults considers both safety and aesthetic factors. Policy 5. Promote the use of one trench in a corridor to accomodate all electrical and communication utilities. It is more efficient to locate all utilities as closely to one another as possible both to accommodate their repair and mini- mize the amount of area that they use. Policy 6. The City should establish procedures to implement under- ground connections to facilities served by underground utilities. To receive the full benefits of an undergrounding program, it is important that all facilities connected to that system also be ' undergrounded. This policy is intended to encourage a method whereby . undergrounding of the connections can be accomplished. As recommended by P/C 5 -20 April 29, 1976 Policy 7. Encourage a minimum of disruption to areas affected by the installation of underground utilities. While it is necessary that some disruption occur at such time as underground facilities are located, efforts can be made to minimize the disturbance. This would include distruction of unneeded natural vegetation and any unnecessary disruption to the utilities, streets, and sidewalks of the City. The undergrounding of all utilities should be coordinated to the maximum extent possible.. DEFINITIONS HIGHLINE COMMUNITIES PLAN Goals , Objectives , Policies February , 1976 The Highline Communities Plan is the second portion of community planning activities in Highline. The initial phase, the Sea -Tac Communities Plan (STCP) , is currently being considered for adoption by the Port of Seattle Commission and the King County Council (see the enclosed Sea -Tac Communities Plan hearing notice) . That proposed Plan establishes three basic programs to achieve compatibility between the Airport and the sur- rounding communities: outright acquisition of an area by a public authority; private redevelopment or conversion; and reinforcement of existing land use areas or neighborhoods. Acquisition and conversion deal directly with land use incompati- bilities between the Airport and the communities. Reinforcement deals with neighborhoods and land use areas which are to be maintained, developed and supported. The Highline Communities Plan (HCP) represents full development of the reinforcement program. Through HCP park, school and land use plans, as well as general neighborhood improvement, community facilities and utilities programming, the STCP proposals will be supple- mented to achieve and maintain a quality living environment. Community values expressed through the STCP process continue to guide development of HCP policies and programs. Citizen expression ob- tained via the HCP rounds out the community goal framework and provides additional policy direction. Many considerations for community development are already esta- blished. For example, the noise remedy and air quality proposals of the STOP will not be addressed in the HCP planning phase. Also, the existing King County Comprehensive Plan contains many policies which currently guide community development in all of King County . The goal, objective and policy statements in the Highline Communities Plan package are aimed at applying, refining and establishing development and spending guidelines for this portion of King County . Goals and Objectives: These represent the planning concept for the community. Goal and objective statements portray ends toward which the community is striving. The concept establishes the "why" of the plan and is based upon community expressed values . Goals and objectives provide a direction or orientation for land, community facility and program development. Policies: These will become officially adopted guidelines or courses of action which will affect present and future decisions in the process of achieving Goal: policy: - objective, or qualifier PHYSICAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT -2- goals. Policies are intended to apply to certain situations or circumstances. They define "how" goals are to be achieved. Implementing Actions: Application of policy occurs over time in terms of development decisions, programs and projects , both public and private. Implementation actions esta- blish "what" is to be done in carrying out a policy , "who" is responsible, and "when" the action might best occur. The following material includes draft goals, objectives and policies. Included is a short description of how the policies can be presented as part of the final plan, as well as contemploated implementation actions . The statements are arranged as follows: Plan portrayal (how the policy can be presented as part of the plan) . A - Implementation of action or means From the initial categories used in tabulating the community data, three major areas of concern have emerged; Physical and Economic Develop- ment; Human Service, Planning and Management. All policies have not yet been written; upcoming discussion on March 18, along with compilation of more information will help to complete the policy development. Goal: Solve Drainage and Pollution Problems * Protect the natural function of streams and wetlands * Achieve and maintain natural stream flows 1. policy Promote sanitary sewering of unsewered areas. P - Identify on a map priority areas based on septic tank and drainfield failures. A - 1) Propose annexation and formation (including sewer district initiation) of ULID's (Utility Local Improvement Districts) 2) Potential application of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Block grant funds for sewer projects. 2. policy Apply the surface water ma program to drainage basins within Highline (NOTE: this pro- gram is now being developed; Miller Creek bola__ 9 - ar ✓'tA... is to be the prototype. However, there are a number of other drainage areas in Highline, including the ;6almon and Des Moines Creek basins) . P The application of a surface water management program can be facilitated by presenting plan land use forecasts in a format consistent with the computer program requirements. A table of land use acreages and impervious surface by 40 acre grids has been developed for Miller Creek and can be similarly developed for all of Highline. Propose that Des Moines Creek be the next application in Highline, since a system of holding ponds was developed and proposed in the Sea -Tac Communities Plan 3. policy: Utilize isolated improvements to remedy isolated drainage problems. P - Identify on a map and describe drainage pro- blems which could be dealt within advance of an overall basin program (such as Hermes depression, or other. pothole problem areas) . Project proposals (possible use of HCD block grant funds for projects like deep well drilling, shallow percolation, etc.) Goal: Safeguard the Abundant Natural. Features of View, Water and Vegetation. * Preserve and protect the natural environment * Promote diversified and extensive open space systems -3- • 4. policy Ensure protection in areas of substantial remaining natural vegetation, hazards, shorelines, and wetlands. P - Identify on a map and describe criteria for the above. Possible criteria for site plan review: preserving vegetation - building placement and lot coverage; hazards- landslide and erosion control; wetlands- application of wetlands ordinance provisions; A - Site plan reivew 5. policy Preserve and enhance views and vistas Indicate key view areas on a map where this might apply . Descriptive guidelines for clearing/ planting and building height. A- 1) . Site plan review through zoning 2) Planting, possibly including selective land- scaping projects A SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION IN THE PLAN TEXT: Even in this highly developed area of the County, potential value is seen in the protection of land form and ground cover prior to the begin- ning of the building permit process. Such control would be to the benefit of water quality , drainage and community aesthetics. It is recognized that many difficulties exist . (definitions, extent or degree of control, enforcement, etc.) . Yet, the Highline Communities Plan proposes that King County strengthen existing ordinances or consider development of new controls. Goal: Strengthen community identity through preservation and enhancement of features having historical or community significance. * Increase awareness of historical buildings, streets , places and events 6. policy: Consider protection and enhancement of historical features in the planning of public and private developments P - A map of community features and presentation of any necessary guidelines. A - Awareness is the tool rather than controls or requirements. The Plan would be available for use by both public and private developers . -4- Goal: Improve the quality of public and private development * Encourage landscape treatment in new and existing development 7. policy: Landscap' , _iriciung street- tt should be a t , part o _il future reet development or rte �. redevelopment P - This policy would apply to any arterial street improvement proposal in the Plan, and those that would occur at a future time. A - An additional cost would be reflected on appli- cable capital improvement proposals. 8. policy: Landscaping should be included as part of all apartment, business, commercial and public development P - Descriptive guidelines for type and amount of landscaping to be included on site, in parking areas and along street frontages. A - Site plan review through zoning 9. policy: Within key areas of growth or redevelopment, special landscaping, sign, architectural and cir- culation provisions should further enhance the quality and cohesiveness of development Delineate on a map key commercial and apartment areas, primarily within and around Burien and White Center. Descriptive development guidelines would supplement maps . A - Site plan review through zoning. Goal: Maintain a stable community population and vigorous economy * Provide adequate variety and choice in housing * Reinforce existing apartment, business and industrial development areas . * Encourage a variety of retail. trade , service and commercial uses to locate within existing business concentrations or logical extensions of existing centers -5- * Encourage utilization of "skipped- over" areas and redevelopment of poorly developed land. 10. policy: Provide for a range of housing densities, both single and multi family P - Public health and safety would be discussed as the basis of the policy. Areas would be defined on a map , utilizing neighborhood condition survey and analysis. A - 1) Proposed programs, including on -going cost 2) Possible use of Housing and Community Development block grant funds for rehabilitation 11. policy: Low cost multi- family housing should locate with convenient access to urban services. 12. policy: Disperse rather than concentrate low cost multi- family housing. Delineate on a map preferred locations in areas where such housing is needed or likely. A - The policy would apply to guide future action in both public and private sector. A SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION IN THE PLAN TEXT: The com- bination of residential /commercial uses in one structure within business centers . Value is seen in allowing some "apartments above - shops below" developments within business areas. The Highline Communities Plan proposes that King County modify current zoning regulations or establish new guidelines to allow some of this type development to occur. 13. policy Discourage expansion of strip development Define on a map the ultimate growth of arterial commercial strips as approximately their present extent. Corollary circulation and use "node" proposals can improve existing strips and allow continued locational choice for those types uses. Development controls process (zoning) 14. policy Provide for future space demands through the development and redevelopment of compact service and retail centers -6- 15. policy Encourage full utilization of land currently available for industry P - Based on supportable area forecasts, define growth and redevelopment areas on a map. Outline any corollary guidelines (circulation, utilities , etc.) . A - Development controls process (zoning) P - Depict on a map those areas in Riverton and southwest of the airport currently zoned for industry. Describe any corollary utility and circulation guidelines. A - Development controls process (zoning) Goal: Enhance and Protect Permanent Residential Neighborhoods * Conversion of land within or near single family residential areas should be accomplished through orderly transition * Recognize freeways and major arterials as potential barriers /boundaries between neighborhoods and different land use areas * Minimize the encroachment connected with urban growth and development 16. policy: Distance and landscaping shouta be provided between areas planned for different land use Outline setback and landscaping provisions for areas of transition, requiring the more intensive use to provide the buffering A - Site plan review through zoning Goal: Develop an Improved and Balanced Transportation System * Provide more and better bicycle facilities * Provide more and better pedestrian facilities * Improve transit service -7- c * Emphasize upgrading of arterials and improvements in business centers to provide adequate circulation and levels of service. * Improve circulation 17. policy: Bikeway development-sh i.ad emphasize the use -of secondary and_coliector arterial rights -Qf- -way and • utility rights -of -way. 18. policy: Pd destri n facijUie ds evelopment s d emphasize. ,1;1.�Jr� ‘ v the use o stet and utilily-.r_igrtrs -of -way �'_ 19. policy: Road construction, includi4 m j or improvement projects, should i nclude provisions for Wes rian -and bicycle mo em t ' „�� 20. policy: Emphasize .the - development- of surface i pathways rattier - than sidewalks" 21. o c : Integr• to bicycle • ad-pedestrian routes with school location , a vity centers, and wa ystem 22. policy: Integrate bicycle, - pedestrian, bus and street systems _ —)to emphasize,-e sa y transfer be e i f rent modes 01" port on (e. g. bicycle and bus) -••.......-••.........--- " trans P - Mapping and discussion of: 1) activity centers 2) desired connections and trip interchanges 3) existing routes. A - Proposed improvements in a "capital improvement program" format, including proposed priority (timing) . 23. policy: Improve localtr nsit or para- transi ervice, especially east -west. ,! 24. policy: Provide good tra sit co a ctions to major \mployment are P - -8- Mapping and discussion of local service needs; major employment areas of the Seattle central business district, Duwamish, Sea -Tac, Renton, etc.; types of service including dial-a-ride, carpool loth, taxi service, etc.; location and special needs of transit dependents. c C (: 25. policy: Encourage final determination of the terminus of the SR 509 route with immediate emphasis on completion to S. 188th St. and improvements to the 1st Ave. S. Bridge corridor. 26. policy: P - Discussion of system continuity , already acquired right -of -way , and importance of the route from a transit and auto standpoint. A - The community and county position would be com- municated to the State Highway Department via the Plan. Along major arterials consntidate aoeess- points_ to ron age properties where possible P - Primarily along Highway 99 and 1st Ave. S .: possible corridor proposals utilizing curbing, landscaping and circulation improvements. A - Ongoing zoning process; project proposals 27. policy: E,phasiz opjtiot�tal projects -to fj improve 9J cula- 4'.4 & ton and aximize th�e_e ciency , e_e sstin -s ystem. 28. policy: Encourage construction of highway facilities only when non- construction alternatives fail to provide adequate levels of service. P A - Proposed projects - Signals , left -turn lanes climbing lanes, safety improvements and the elimination of through traffic within neighborhoods to be discussed. 29. policy: Encourage joint utilization of parking within business areas. P - Graphic and descriptive portrayal would combine to establish growth and redevelopment areas. A - Site plan review through zoning ag P 1 0 �� V II. HUMAN SERVICE Goal: Meet the Human Service Needs of a Diverse, High Developed Area * Provide a balance in parks and recreation designed for a variety of age groups and interests both now and in the future. * Improve the level and accessibility of services to elderly and low income persons . * Improve crime prevention and control * Maintain or increase employment and job training opportunities * Improve animal control 30. NOTE: A policy area for discussion in the plan is the achievement of an ample and balanced open space/ recreation system. Population, standards and com- munity expression combine to generally define needs and locations . The parks and recreation policies are not yet developed, but will deal with both facilities (parks, fields, school grounds , etc.) and programs or uses (passive recreation, athletics, cultural arts, etc.) At the March 18 session we will . have discussion proposals on meeting athletic field, passive neighborhood and community park, and non - sport recreation needs. Also to be considered is the development of day use boat launching facilities in Highline. The focus will be on augmenting boat launch development of the Des Moines Marina. This appears to be the only "non- disruptive" boat launch location and offers potential for cooperation in meeting community needs. 31.policy: Promote private /public cooperation in developing the communities non -sport recreation capabilities. P - Discussion of current programs, usages, needs A- 1) Include community activity space in community centers (Highline Center, White Center fieldhouse) 2) Encourage public /private search for funds -10- CI C. 32. policy: Community users should assume an increasing share of the development and maintenance costs of publicly owned recreation land P - Discussion of the intent of Forward Thrust and the limitations, in terms of remaining funds. Where facilities are needed or wanted, park maintenance and development districts, user fees or time and effort donations may be a partial. answer. A - An indication of project implementation responsibility would be part of any project proposal.. The policy also communicates to the County Council as to an acceptable direction in Highline for addressing the current develoment /maintenance dilemma. 33. NOTE: Another policy area is the impact of physical develop- ment features on law enforcement and crime; neighbor- hood crime statistics and their relationship to community planning; neighborhood block watch. Policy statements on these items may develop out of current research and discussion with the County Department of Public Safety. 34. policy: Priority for funding employment and job training programs should be consistent with community need. P - Define geographic area of priority in High line (likely , White Center) for emphas ;: . A - Input to ongoing budget preparation and review process which may apply to either increases or reductions . A SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION IN THE PLAN TEXT: There is an expressed need for improving animal control in Highline. Before modifications to regulations are made, a comprehensive animal control policy should be developed. A new look at needs , etiquette, behavior, enforcement, etc. is needed. New or revised regulations would then logically follow . The Plan text would communicate to the County Council and Policy Development Commission a preferred direction for dealing with animal control. PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT Goal: Increase the effectiveness of Local Government in Addressing the Urban Problems and Needs of Highline r . * Increase access to governmental services and programs * Increase community /governmental. communications * Coordinate development and spending decisions amongst public agencies and between public and private interests * Utilize the Highline Communities Plan to establish develop- ment and spending guidelines * Provide for on -going community use of the Highline Communities Plan 35. policy Congregate dispersed governmental offices in a central place, together with other. community services, activities and facilities. P - Discussion of current government office uses and potential use of Chelsea Elementary in Burien; field house and vicinity in White Center. Guidelines for surrounding development would be also considered and delineated on a map . A - 1) Proposed development of programs (spaces, users , etc . )for initial implementation step 2) Proposed scope of remodel. projects 36. NOTE: an area for which a policy has not yet been written is on going land use, program and capital improvement review P - Program guidelines for this advisory function; including an official recognition by King County. A - On -going referral of rezones, variances capital improvement program, etc. to a committee for an advisory opinion based on the Plan A SUBJECT FOR DISUCSSION IN THE PLAN TEXT: Services delivered via many special districts. Confusion and diminished capability of adequate services may be one by product. The Plan may appropriately discuss concerns and alternatives including: two -tier government proposal; incorporation; an "urban services area" for improving management of Highline's local government. A statement to public officials and the com- munity could result here. -12- P LAND] FRAMEWO= YORMAT OF STUDY • h X11 �i 17 epag G &N L7L L ',4 OTHCK. fl MM e'i4DIO 1 Q.1 QC�aI M.IEVIIC E4 VE 'ATlt -IrY HUM{W S 6AFTY GOODS movmmt.n ( Brmi Iroccumou llaa AcT T] TICALFSPOZTPTIOKI CNVI .ONMMET ITEANIOPOCICATION QINIPLUe IE0 F ICSONAL. V 5eL.5 OTHCi - or. daggC dW 6fl?®0? °4E8©00=v AL.TPIGNAM 5VS AAS >:C0U01.4IL6 NOW- IYANPOerArtoUJ CONNIDer ATIOLIS Consideration was next extended to the framework around which the goals and policies would take form. Approach 1, which proved to be the most popular among all reports reviewed, involved organization around conventional modal considerations such as land, air, water, and miscellaneous. The second approach considered was the "cause and effect" relationship which includes transportation services, influences,• and impacts. FRAMEWORK O OR FORUM OF STUDY II L ir:e 7Z 01: D &L �CJ aefrU •OGarg ECONOMIC (SOCIAL) 5 DIVE<'S1TY EMPLOYMtaNr h11 TAXATI014 1:3 5 IA. JU'TIGG WCLPAt=e (manecrre raszeracc* aeePP&Egglii TA Y (Lam DEveizmateuf4') (711M111POLTATIONI 1.1761 t114f) (ENEMY) g Orma DG10a) LOAPbC1aVAT1o14 50U re.. MILIN4 Co 4 'UMFTION r-FFILIe ILY 5). Muir toIJ aoureoL tr WATMZ Y GULiU¢!' i DeVeLDPMeuT IMALMFICATIoU p Y GFEOZerao 4 Ar NeALTH 6mo:ces bPL1TS DL'GwDN MAY-NCI DeVEL4PMCt4T HAZAW DeveLopmeur et'- •SIDCAITiRL memeATloN INDU omm .eptGm ccovteecod- Fu5t-tc./ 6eut- euttuc. 71' e MEZGY Drsrz tsno∎4 ;CUD WAST>'. HIGHWAYS PATHWAYS Ptj t- c. TIEANSIr The third approach considered was called "Higher Order Function" and involved the generation of goals and policies in areas such as social, economic, environmental and protective functions. The fourth approach was labeled "Supplementary Function" and involved the development of transportation goals involving land development, utilities, transporta- tion systems, energy, and funding. 18 r MINA. FOR 1r OF STUDY CNCOOraCte The ccveLoPtvitar OF A r A ANGCD AND INTeCIZATTD TrAt TAT1014 6Y61'CM WHICH CAN MC CPCI'.ATrX AND MAINTAINtD Tb novice 114. Mr' LAL IA TrA146 RTt0t.l /Ices 10 ALL t om WNtt.t 6UPPOI LICI The O(-hM -, eCOI.JOMIC, ENVIIoAN1 GOVI`.ENMehttL, AND LA 140 use 404t- ' of THe GITILENS OF MICA COMITY . 19 As a result of research, a new hybrid format was developed for use in this document. Three main concern areas were developed; PEOPLE AND GOODS (Transportee) ENVIRONMENT (Medium) PROVIDER (Transportor) These concern areas were explained in detail previously but basically in- . volve the concerns of people for the use of transportation systems, impacts of transportation systems, and providing and operating transportation systems. GENERATION OF GOAL 4TATE, EMU A. PEOPLE 4 GOO (reAm6PoerEE) Ac7 6041— A-I IZEDUC,E Got4VEYAN!Ge. TIMe . 40AL A-1t MINIMIZE Pr-oP1.E AND CaOO., Go 4VeYANCE cz6T' c iAAL. A - ] MAXIMIZE ■ETY AND 6e.C.urCITY GOAL. A -Er MAX IM1ZZ C01JVlr 4I BNCI✓, CDM?OICr', AND P.e LIA151L . ITY CtcAL Aar PieaviDe AteQUAT= MOBILITY 1Ola A1.1. The above goals were generated from the concerns for the use of trans- portation services. i GEAT[OPJ 01 GL STAtrEWCRRS canntommeur NiguUM) .60AL b-I ENI4AI`1GE• DESILECD Mir-LOPMeNtAt. RacrtteN Ca0AL Er = • DEVELOP TrA14 TATIOM FOi -lci WHICH • AICG COMR Wrfl# MAMMAL. P GOAL. b-=r reDIXL OL MIU MIT.'!.' POLLUTION l.l:VCIJS GOAL-6-Zr MIUIMIze NE4ATIVE e C be 1GAL INIAIGT6 40AL, err MINIMIZE IJIX1hTIVE doC AP4. INIPOCIS OPAL a -iC PZOMOre rs %A . 6ouu. IMPMGTSJ GOAL 6 -2IC =CUM 0NEr..4Y cou4l*MFT 1014 THCOu414 TroiN 6fterA11014 ACnouss The goals above were generated from concerns of the impacts of transpor- tation systems. GENE M .TIOM OF GOAL STAT C. PROVIDER (TtAIllrroe) MITS GOAL G -I MIN1MIZe Th. C.061" of Pr.OVIDUN4 Tr.AN6MTATIOV4 GOAL C -II: * GQ4L C -III GOAL C iz DI6TLIetire TtvAtJ6IzO TATION co 67 AND er-Ner1 i eQUITAWLY eVELOP a GI1i eN, c o'EeNM.4r, PleIVATe. EN1'EePi l L'CLATI MAINTAIN PLeXIINLITY IM T'E'!E Tt ..A14SPOZTAT1OW Y61 TO AcC.OMMODATe cHAUGeS IN vevaLcpM4tr PArree16,11ZAVet. HAINT6 AMD 60C-IM. VALL6S oak. Ptzcrrec - CAPITAL- I tavosrwleNr ItJ 7ZAM6FOZTATION GOAL C-111" exPt..oir MODEM.' Tet.14140L04Y The goals above were generated from concerns of and for the providers of transportation services. *GOAL C - III has been revised to read: DEVELOP BETTER COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION BETWEEN GOVERNMENT, CITIZENS, AND PRIVATE ENTERPRISE 22 • cautarry CP IJPE C ADOCIATIL IMICIlN/TY TR PRT/MN Goers AWN /M ire CdVil1eMCE C0.v5 • REDUCE CCWIZYAA/CE T /MG f2+I /T OF /AITEREZTE .- uSr#/O fr1( 77EATisfeA T ICONO '!IC EQUITY MAXIMI 54 TYAND '„51a/R /rY MNX/MGTE ameN/ENCE,GriMIW, SMI Vrr A@9OM Ar. UATL / laurr /4ie ALL. £VMIACE resew, LaEYE109t*Wr /117f=4/5 AEYELoP Azicte5 OYMI QLE 14 WMI1. 5 5 REDUCE ae M/NMNIE R7hLO77AV 12VOLS ~OW NE4t7/VE ECOLL?QKAL /MAa4C75 mom= / aWT/YE 50C/AL /MA4C75 RetiVOTE CENtA7'C/AL 59GAL /M/ T3 REDUCE Ev1RWY CAVSUMAoT7ON M /N /M /ZE C0S7 Of Peaty/mg 7,a4 V DI51 I&/7E 7RANSID ?AIT /ON COSTS AND A6Vf3/r5 EQl//TAsrn' DEVELOP Em7E,2 CIT/IL`JV, 6ote.eNM5VT, PRIVATE ENTERPRISE REL MA/NTA /N FLEXIE/LI Y /AI TEANSPARTAT /O / SYSTEM 7a ACCOMMODATE C/1AN4E5 /N DNFLoPft1vr PATERN5, 7owF1 HA3/75, 50C /AL VALVES Aeo7ECT GAP /TAL /NVESTAMIT & o/r MoD RN TEdgNoLoC@Y These transportation goals, while being generated by specific transporta- tion concerns or problems, where then inter- related with the EDC (now PDC) Quality of Life goals to ensure that satisfaction of the transpor- tation goals would in turn aim toward the fulfillment of the societal "Quality of Life" goals. Only after this essential step was accomplished did the study proceed. *GOAL C -III has been revised to read: DEVELOP BETTER COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION BETWEEN GOVERNMENT, CITIZENS, AND PRIVATE ENTERPRISE 23 The April 15th meeting of the Transportation /Utilities Committee was commenced at 7:30 P.M. by Chairman Bowen. Committee members present were Don Campbell, Lee Alsager, Roger Benson, James Oswald, Wynn Anderson, and Frank Zepp. Fred Satterstrom of the Planning Department staff was present also. Chairman Bowen called for approval of the April 13th minutes. Mr. Benson moved, seconded by Mr. Campbell to approve the minutes. Motion carried. Objective 5 Objective 5 Policy 1 Objective 5 Policy 2 Objective 5 Policy 3 Objective 5 Policy 4 Objective 5 Policy 5 C MINUTES OF TRANSPORTATION /UTILITIES COMMITTEE April 15, 1976 Mr. Oswald suggested that "preventing" was a better word choice than "protecting" in the objective statement. Committee agreed and word change was made. Mr. Satterstrom suggested that the words "for an acceptable storm interval" be dropped from the policy statement and the policy read: "Design the storm water systems to handle the flow of peak runoff." Committee agreed and change was made. No change. No change. Mr. Satterstrom explained that, taken literally, this policy would have all developments controlling runoff at the source, whether the downstream storm system could handle it or not. Some of the systems in the City — particularly in the lowland — were originally designed to handle "full development" peak runoff. In this case, if the downstream system can handle upstream runoff, it doesn't really pay to require control at the source all the time. Committee agreed and the words "where beneficial to down- stream properties" were added to beginning of policy statement. Considerable discussion was spent on this policy. Mr. Anderson expressed doubt as to feasibility of this action. Mr. Zepp added that the river can still flood even if the Hanson Dam shuts off all upstream discharge. According to Mr. Alsager, peak runoff is encumbered by high tides at Elliot Bay. Mr. Oswald stated that he thought the Dutch would laugh at our reluctance to dike the River. He thought the best thing to do was to straighten the Objective 5 Policy 6 Objective 6 Objective 6 Policy 1 Objective 6 Policy 2 Objective 6 Policy 3 Objective 6 Policy 4 Objective 7 No change. No change. No change. No change. C^ Transportation /Utilities Committee Page 2 Minutes April 15, 1976 Green River and dike both sides. Mr. Zepp questioned if there was much undeveloped valley land where runoff could be stored before pumping into the river. Mr. Satterstrom said that it was almost too late for a policy like this but that there were a few areas where this could be implemented. Committee wished to express this thought and prefaced the policy statement with the words "where possible ". Mr. Alsager stated that the Southcenter storm water systems were already in and paid for and no further fees should be borne. Mr. Satterstrom explained that this "fee" was for off -site runoff systems -- like the upcoming SCS drainage project — not on -site systems. He went on to discuss how the valley cities were dealing with funding the project. Mr. Zepp thought that the entire watershed should pay for the system, not merely lowland properties. Mr. Alsager stated that some- thing obviously needs to be done about the drainage problems in the area and someone will have to pay for it. Generally agreed to accept the policy as recommended by staff. A discussion evolved concerning historical channelization plans for the Green River by the Port of Seattle and Corps of Engineers. Mr. Oswald stated that channelization is inevitable because of upstream runoff caused by Kent and Auburn. Agreed by committee to reword policy to: "Discourage upstream channelization of the Green River and encourage the investigation of alternatives to the channelization of the river ". Mr. Oswald maintained that undergrounding electrical and commun- ication utilities was expensive, inflexible, and susceptible to flood damage. Mr. Alsager stated that the reverse is true. He stated that there are far fewer "outages" as a result of under - grounding. Mr. Zepp stated that only one -third of the conduit Transportation /Utilities Committee Page 3 Minutes April 15, 1976 Objective 7 Policy 1 Objective 7 Policy 2 Objective 7 Policy 3 Objective 7 Policy 4 Objective 7 Policy 5 Objective 7 Policy 6 Objective 7 Policy 7 is used to begin with, allowing room for future expansion of facilities. Mr. Alsager said that the industrial areas and Southcenter want the underground utilities, but perhaps it should be optional for residential neighborhoods. Generally agreed to leave policy as proposed by staff. No change. No change. No change. No change. Mr. Zepp suggested that the words "electrical and communications" be inserted so as not to give the idea that water and sewer util- ities were included. Committee agreed. No change. Mr. Alsager and Mr. Zepp both stated that undergrounding is usually done in concert with street and sidewalk improvements and that the "affected area" involves a large area. Mr. Benson suggested rewording the policy to: "Encourage a minimum of disruption to the affected area during installation of under- ground utilities ". Following the review of above, the Committee read over the list of changes made by them through the April 13th meeting. There being no further discussion, Chairman Bowen asked for a motion to approve the reviewed element. Moved by Mr. Alsager, seconded by Mr. Zepp, and carried to recommend the reviewed Trans- portation /Utilities Element to the Planning Commission. The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 P.M. by Chairman Bowen. Minutes s bmitted by: FredJSatterstrom Planning Department INTRODUCTION ROADWAYS Objective 1 Policy 2 Objective 1 Policy 3 Objective 1 Policy 4 RAILWAYS TRANSIT AIRPORTS Objective 5 Policy 1 COMMITTEE CHANGES TO TRANSPORTATION /UTILITIES ELEMENT Thru April 13, 1976 No changes. No changes. No Changes. O The text under Policy 2 was found inadequate and staff was directed to reword. The following is recommended: "In certain industrialfcommercial areas of the city, the maneu- vering of trucks on public rights -of -way in order to make entry onto private property for purposes of loading or unloading diminishes street safety and delays traffic flow. To avoid these problems, the City could take action to either limit truck size, limit the hours of large truck deliveries, or other similar action." The policy was changed to read: "Encourage the designation of specific truck routes into commercial and industrial areas and minimize the conflict between truck and automobile traffic." The policy was changed to read: "Dedication of adequate and acceptable public rights -of -way should be obtained in all subdivisions." The policy was changed to read: " Encourage the reduction of noise from the jet air traffic on Boeing Field." Staff was directed to revise text to reflect change in policy. Proposed text as follows: "Jet traffic to and from Boeing Field generally has a landing pattern or flight pattern directly over the Tukwila Hill. As time goes on and technology improves, the incorporation of quieter jet propulsion methods or retrofits into the jets them- selves would cut down the noise impact on the residences of Tukwila." Objective 5 Policy 3 Objective 5 New Policy 4 Objective 5 New Policy 5 SIDEWALKS /PATHWAYS Objective 6 Policy 8 WATER SYSTEM Objective 2 Policy 1 Transportation /Utilities Element Page 2 Committee Changes Thru April 13, 1976 Staff was directed to incorporate policy 3 with a similar idea of redirecting flight pattern at Boeing Field. The following policy is proposed: "Encourage flight patterns and landing/ takeoff methods which minimize noise impacts on residential areas." The following text is proposed: "varied landing and takoff methods can perceptibly reduce the noise impact to noise - affected areas. Re- direction of flight patterns can sometimes accomplish the same. In any case, a flight pattern over residential areas poses a significant hazard to the safety and welfare of the persons living therein." A new policy was suggested by Committee: "Develop guidelines to regulate the use and location of heliports." The following text is proposed: "Over the past several years, the helicopter has become more and more popular. With it has come a need for additional landing areas or heliports. Presently there are no restrictions regulating the location of heliports in the City. Before this mode of transport becomes a problem instead of a benefit, regulations must be developed for their placement." A new policy Was proposed: "Discourage helicopter traffic from flying low over residential areas." The proposed text is as follows: "Like jet air traffic, helicopters generate noise. As the number of heliports increase, the noise generated by helicop- ters may become a tangible environmental problem, especially if heliports are located in proximity to or within residential areas." Committee concurred with policy but wanted an explanation in the text dealing with the personal security of the pedestrian. Text reworded to: "Some considerations which should be taken into account to provide safety and security to the pathway /sidewalk user might include lighting, traffic speeds of the adjacent rights - of -way, setbacks from street, and the physical condition of the sidewalk and streets." Policy was reworded to read: "The extension of municipal water service to unincorporated areas should be at a premium rate." The proposed policy text is as follows: "While not requiring annexation of all serviced areas, this policy serves as an incentive for these areas to annex. The increased rate is due to the fact that these areas are assessed for the extension of the water system into them (usually through the L.I.D. process), not for the expensive "system" facilities like pumping stations which are required as a matter of system efficiency." Transportation /Utilities Element Committee Changes Thru SANITARY SEWER SERVICE New Objec- tive 4 Objective 4 Policy 2 Page 3 April 13,1976 A new objective was suggested by the Committee which reads: "Promote resource- recapture methods of sewage treatment and disposal." The proposed text of this objective is as follows: "Recent technology is now able to process sewage into re- useable resources, although the economics of this resource - recapture is still quite costly. As this technology develops and as the costs of this recapture go down, this sewage treatment process may be a better alternative than the present treatment system." Changed to read: "The extension of municipal sanitary sewer service into unincorporated areas should be at a premium rate." Proposed text reads as follows: "While not requiring annexation of all municipally serviced areas, this policy acts as an incen- tive for these areas to annex. The increased rate is due to the expensive "system" improvements like pumping stations which are not customarily paid for by those in areas where short extensions may be made." The April 13th meeting of the Transportation /Utilities Committee was commenced at 7:30 PM by Chairman Richard Bowen. Committee members present were Don Campbell, Wynn Anderson, Roger Benson, James Oswald, and Frank Zepp. Fred Satterstrom from the Planning Department Staff was present also. Mr. Anderson moved to accept the minutes of the April 8th meeting. Seconded by Mr. Campbell and passed. Objective 6 Mr. Oswald stated that as long as Americans are so dependent upon the auto as a means of travel, sidewalks and paths will not be worth their expensive pricetag. Mr. Campbell stated that children need the sidewalks to walk safely to and from school. He added that the elderly need them too. Mr. Bowen stated that he himself uses the sidewalks sometimes. Mr. Anderson said that people will undoubtedly need both streets and sidewalks now and in the future. Mr. Oswald made a motion to delete the objective altogether. There was no second. Motion was made to accept the objective as written. Motion passed 5 to 1, Mr. Oswald voting No. Objective 6 No change. Policy 1 Objective 6 Policy 2 Objective 6 No change. Policy 3 Objective 6 No change. Policy 4 Objective 6 Policy 5 MINUTES OF TRAASPORTAT I O1J /UTILITIES COMMITTEE April 13, 1976 No change. Mr. Satterstrom explained that this policy was suggested to encourage the connection of different transport methods — bus, car, walking -- with one another so that when a person got off the bus, he had a sidewalk to walk home on. Mr. Oswald argued that these facilities would be too expensive and were unneeded. Mr. Zepp argued that as far as the state highways are concerned, the City may be able to get state fund- ing assistance for pedestrian overpasses. Mr. Anderson emphasized that bikes should be provided for on these overpasses. Transportation /Utilities Committee Page 2 Minutes April 13, 1976 Objective 6 Mr. Satterstrom explained the existing condition and distribution Policy 6 of sidewalks in the commercial areas. Mr. Benson stated that the sidewalks in front of the fire station on Andover Park East made little sense. Mr. Zepp said that sidewalks were not wanted by industrialists in Andover Park. Generally agreed that sidewalks were needed in the retail areas, perhaps not in the more industrial areas unless these areas became more retail /commercial in nature. An unrelated discussion ensued concerning the Seattle City Light Pond. Mr. Satterstrom stated that Seattle City Light had applied for a fill permit to grade and fill the pond. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) was presently being done on this fill. He explained that an EIS was required because of the numerous water- fowl on the pond. Mr. Anderson said that City Light should be able to fill the pond; the waterfowl could find some other place to nest. Mr. Zepp reflected on how that portion of the valley used to be almost all marsh and worthless ground. No one could make a living on it. Not until the urbanization of the valley occurred was there much economic opportunity in the Tukwila area. Mr. Oswald added that he wanted to disspell the myth of the great agricultural soils of the Green River Valley. He stated that a study had been done during the World War II days indicating that boys raised in the valley had a higher rejection rate for the army draft than other boys raised elsewhere. The reason for the higher rejection rate was because of the bad food grown in the valley soil. On the other hand, boys raised in Ballard who ate "trash fish" had a much higher acceptance rate. Mr. Campbell stated that he thought the higher draft rejection rate for valley boys was due to the fact that a lot of them were Japanese, not because of the food grown in valley soil. At this point, Mr. Bowen suggested that the committee press on with Policy 7. Objective 6 Mr. Benson stated that the text to this policy sounded a lot like Policy 7 the policy itself. Mr. Anderson said that corner lots are suscep- tible to trespassers and should be designed to reduce this nuisance. Mr. Benson emphasized that the negative effects of sidewalks must be diminished for the abutting property owner. Mr. Zepp stated that the property owner himself may be responsible for putting up a fence in a corner lot situation. There was general agreement that the policy should stand as written. Objective 6 Mr. Oswald stated'that "safety" should not be the only factor, but Policy 8 also "security ". He cited the case of the pedestrian on a sidewalk getting splashed with water from oncoming traffic. Mr. Bowen directed that staff incorporate this idea into the policy and present to the committee at the next meeting. Transportation /Utilities Committee Minutes Section 2: Utilities Objective 1 Mr. Oswald stated that one must go abroad in order to really appreciate the water here. Mr. Zepp explained that we have one of the best water supplies in the country. Objective 1 No change. Mr. Oswald expressed fear that the result of pressing Policy 1 for representation may be being absorbed by the metropolis of Seattle. Mr. Zepp said that it may be good to encourage this type of policy but it will be hard to actually gain representation. Objective 2 No change. Objective 2 No change. Policy 1 Objective 2 Policy 2 c Objective 2 No change. Policy 3 Objective 2 No change. Policy 4 Objective 2 No change. Policy 5 Objective 2 No change. Policy 6 Page 3 April 13, 1976 Mr. Zepp stated that he knew the City of Puyallup extended water service into unincorporated areas without requiring annexation. Mr. Benson stated this was a form of blackmail. He suggested instead that the City encourage a pricing system which would favor areas. Mr. Oswald felt that an individual who got benefits from the City should share the costs of maintaining the City. Mr. Anderson stated that each unincorporated area may be different and should be considered on a case -by -case basis. Policy 2 was eventually reworded to read: The extension of municipal water service to unincorporated areas should be at a premium rate ". Transportation /Utilities Committee Page 4 Minutes April 13, 1976 Objective 2 A new policy was suggested by Mr. Zepp which would encourage New Policy 7 cooperation between neighboring water districts to avoid costly duplication of facilities. The new policy read: "Encourage cooperation of adjoining municipalities and water districts in the extension of adequate and economic water service to residents and businesses ". Objective 3 Mr. Oswald stated that there are several alternatives to the traditional sanitary sewer. He cited a European method called "clivus multuum" which processes sewerage into humus, and another method which uses sewage and other carbonaceous materials and makes methane gas from them. Mr. Zepp stated that he knew of a city which has been using methane gas to burn its sewage. Committee agreed that a new objective might be devised to reflect Mr. Oswald's concern. New Objec- From the above discussion, a new objective was added which read: tive 4 "Promote resource - recapture mehtods of sewage treatment and dis- posal". Objective 4 No change. Objective 4 No change. Policy 1 Objective 4 Policy 2 Reaction to this policy was much the same as the water system policy. Mr. Anderson stated he felt this was blackmail. Mr. Zepp said that this was not a proper way of extending sewer services. Mr. Oswald reiterated that one should be required to be in city if they are to receive beneficial services from it. Mr. Anderson said that City may not want to annex every area it extends sewer service to. Mr. Campbell asked what staff's intentions were when writing this policy. Mr. Satterstrom explained that by annexing the area, the City simplified its record - keeping. Also, by annexing, the persons receiving services of the City shared in the maintenance costs of that local government. Once an area had water or sewer service, there may not be any other attractive devices to get these areas annexed. After all, the goal of all cities is to extend the best possible services to as much of the general public as possible. Mr. Zepp felt that persons in the unincorporated areas should not be forced to annex, but they should be required to pay more. Mr. Zepp reasoned that these persons pay for the L.I.D. to get water and sewer service, but they are not charged for "system" improvements like pumping stations and so forth. The policy was reworded to read: "The extension of municipal sanitary sewer services to unincorporated areas should be at a premium rate ". Transportation /Utilities Committee Minutes Objective 4 No change. Policy 3 Objective 4 No change. Policy 4 Objective 4 No change. Policy 5 The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 PM after scheduling another meeting on Thursday, April 15th at 7:30 PM. ei a tes submitted by: ii)\ Fre d N. Satterstrom Planning Department C Page 5 April 13, 1976 Objective 2. Objective 2 No change. Policy 1 Objective 2 No change. Policy 2 Objective 2 No change. Policy 3 Objective 2 No change. Policy 4 MINUTES OF TRANSPORTATION /UTILITIES COMMITTEE April 8, 1976 The April 8th meeting of the Transportation /Utilities Committee was commenced at 7:30 PM by Chairman Richard Bowen. Committee members present were Don Campbell, Wynn Anderson, Frank Zepp, and Fred Satterstrom of the Planning Department Staff. Motion was made to accept the minutes of the April 6th meeting. Motion carried. Chairman Bowen began the meeting with a discussion of Railways. Mr. Zepp questioned whether the railroads will ever be able to effectively handle passengers or will ever expand to handle additional passengers. Mr. Bowen answered that more and more passenger traffic is being handled by the railroads. He added that the highways are certainly not the future answer to travel. General agreement on the wording of the Objective. Objective 2 Mr. Anderson asked what "serious conflict" meant. Mr. Zepp Policy 5 said that he thought the raillines in the valley were laid out concisely and compatibly. He saw no "serious conflicts." Mr. Campbell asked "who" was going to activate this kind of policy. Committee could see no examples of where a "serious conflict" existed. Mr. Satterstrom explained that staff was thinking of the small residential community across the river near the Seattle Rendering Works where the railroad is adja- cent to the neighborhood. Mr. Anderson stated that he saw no problem with leaving this policy in. Mr. Zepp stated that it was only a matter of time until this small residential area became industrialized. Mr. Bowen and Mr. Zepp suggested that Objective 3 No change. Objective 3 No change. Policy 2 Objective 4 Objective 5 No change. Objective 5 Policy 1 Objective 5 Policy 2 Objective 5 Policy 3 C No change. Transportation /Utilities Committee Page 2 Minutes April 8, 1976 this policy be implemented for new developments and new railroad lines. Objective 3 Committee generally agreed. Stated that cooperation and Policy 1 coordination must be more often than what it is. Objective 3 No change. Committee felt that "tram cars" would be a unique Policy 3 and possibly an efficient method of moving people over I -405 from the Tukwila Hill to Southcenter. Generally agreed that this was unique but probably too costly. No change. Mr. Anderson felt that heliports should be addressed in this element. Agreed to create policies under Objective 5 concerning this matter. Considerable discussion ensued on this objective. Mr. Zepp explained that residents are probably used to Boeing Field jet traffic by now. Mr. Anderson said that jet noise is not that bad. It was generally agreed that jet noise caused by Boeing Field is not that bad at this time, though the future is uncer- tain. Mr. Zepp stated that air traffic from Boeing Field is declining by itself, and if this is happening the City has nothing to lose. The policy was eventually reworded to read: "Encourage the reduction of noise from the jet air traffic at Boeing Field." The Committee briefly studied the location of Boeing•Field and the alignment of its runways. It was generally agreed to com- bine Policy 3 with a statement about encouraging a flight pattern where air traffic from Boeing Field flies mainly over the valley, not the Hill. Transportation /Utilities Committee Minutes Objective 5 New Policy 4 Objective 5 New Policy 5 Minutes submitted by: r Fred Satterstrom. Planning Department Page 3 April 8, 1976 A new policy was suggested to regulate heliports. Committee members feared the proliferation of heliports and helicopter traffic would begin to adversely impact the residential areas near Tukwila. The new policy reads: "Develop guidelines to regulate the use and location of heliports." A new policy was added which was aimed at reducing the impact of heliports on the residential area. The policy read: "Dis- courage helicopter traffic from flying over residential areas in Tukwila." The meeting was adjourned at about 10 PM after scheduling another meeting next Tuesday April 13th at 7:30 PM. MINUTES OF TRANSPORTATION /UTILITIES COMMITTEE April 6, 1976 The April 6th meeting of the Transportation /Utilities Committee was commenced at 7:30 PM by Fred Satterstrom of the Planning Department staff. Committee members present were Don Campbell, Wynn Anderson, Frank Zepp, Lee Alsager, James Oswald, Roger Benson, and Chairman Richard Bowen. Following an introduction of committee members, Mr. Satterstrom explained the planning process to the committee. It was explained that the Transportation/ Utilities Committee marked one of the last steps in a planning process which began almost a year ago. The Transportation /Utilities Committee is the last committee to meet. The Planning Area was then described to the committee, and a short discussion on the "Data Inventory" ensued. Mr. Satterstrom apologized for the lack of transportation and utility data in this document. A short slide show was then presented which primarily concentrated on trans- portation: roads, railroads, and sidewalks. Following the slide show, the committee began to review the proposed element. Mr. Oswald suggested that since the element was so long and because everyone should have read it prior to the meeting, the text should not be re -read during the meeting. This would expedite matters. There were no changes recommended to the Introduction of the Transportation/ Utilities element. Objective 1 Policy 1 Objective 1 Policy 2 There was general agreement on this policy although Mr. Oswald portended that the future costs and availability of petroleum would be so prohibitive that there may be no "moving" traffic. Mr. Alsager stated that if this policy were taken to the fullest, it might mean limiting the size of trucks within city limits. Mr. Benson suggested that this might also be accomplished by limiting the hours that large trucks may deliver within the City. Committee agreed that Staff should reword text to incorporate these ideas. Transportation /Utilities Committee Page 2 Minutes April 6, 1976 Objective 1 Policy 3 Objective 1 Policy 4 Objective 1 Policy 5 Objective 1 Policy 6 Objective 1 Policy 7 Objective 1 Policy 8 Objective 1 Policy 9 Objective 1 Policy 10 Objective 1 Policy 11 Objective 1 Policy 12 Mr. Alsager stated that this would be difficult to accomplish since within the commercial /industrial complex, both autos and trucks must use same streets. Committee agreed. Mr. Benson suggested modifying the policy statement and Mr. Campbell volunteered the word "into" to replace "within ". Mr. Anderson suggested that "encourage" be worded into the policy also. There was general agreement with the revised policy. Considerable discussion ensued on this policy. Mr. Alsager questioned what was "adequate ". Mr. Zepp suggested using the word "acceptable" in lieu of "adequate ". Mr. Oswald offered the word "utilitarian" instead of "adequate" because it offered more flexibility. Committee agreed that both "adequate" and "acceptable" should be in the policy statement. General agreement. Mr. Oswald questioned who is to determine what quality materials are? Mr. Anderson stated that this was a decision of the engineers on the job. General agreement. Mr. Oswald disagreed because of expense and growth - allowance problems. General agreement. General agreement. General agreement. Mr. Alsager pointed out that a policy like this can only be encouraged, not required. Mr. Anderson echoed this concern. General agreement. General agreement. Mr. Anderson stated that he didn't know if "encourage" was strong enough. Mr. Zepp stated that acoustical fencing is now standard procedure on some highway construction. General agreement. C Transportation /Utilities Committee Minutes The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 PM and the second meeting was scheduled for Thursday night, April 8th at 7:30 PM. Migdtes submitted by: Planning Department Staff Page 3 April 6, 1976 TRANSPORTATION /UTILITIES COMMITTEE AGENDA April 6, 1976 7:30 P.M. I. Introduction of Chairman, Committee Members and Staff. II. How We Got Here? — The Planning Process III. Explanation of Planning Area IV. Explanation of Data Inventory V. Beginning of Review VI. Scheduling of next meeting dates and times COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Richard Bowen, Chairman Don Campbell Mr. James P. Graves Mr. Bob Goodson Lee Alsager James L. Oswald Wynn L. Anderson Frank Zepp 3 April 1976 CITY OF TUKWILA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING (date) (time) CITY COUNCIL 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that the Tukwila will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING on the above date at City Hall, 14475.- 59th Avenue South, to consider ;iii e . I- :II PO; : s UT TI F1emPnt of the Comprehensive Plan for the Tukwila Planning Area. All interested persons are encouraged to appear and be heard. Kiell Stoknes Planning Director For further information contact Fred Satterstrom at 242 -2177. Published in the Renton Record Chronicle on 23 & 30 April 1976. " • ' 76-16-CPA 76-17-V 76-18-A 76-19-APP 76-20-R 76-21-SMP 76-23-R 76-23A-W 76-24-CA 76-25-V 76-26-SUB 76-27-CA 76-28-GFP 76-28A-W 76-29-SR 76-30-CUP 76-31-CA 76-32-A 76-32A-W 76-33-CUP 76-34-SMP 7 . . _ Comprehensive Land Use Map Height Variance Chameleon Hotel — Apr 5tIti.-1 Lower Foster Annexation Appeal of Planning Commission denial of sign Kloppel - Skyview Acres R-1-9.6 to R-1-7.2 Riverbend City of Tukwila - City Hall Site (Desimone Property) Henry Ketchum, Jr. - San Juan Aprs. R-1 to C-2 Burton Lutes Lutes Waiver R-1 to C-2 H and CD Program Information 1977 Whitehouse Tavern Sky View Acres Plat (Kloppel) SEPA Guidelines Grading Permit - Benaroya Benaroya Company Grading Permit B-W Van and Paint - Bertwell Industries Motel at Village Green Apartments Chapter 18.64 - Rendering Works Conditional Use Larimer Annexation Horst Ehmke Riverside Motel/Restaurant Complex Riverside Motel/Restaurant_Complex Marjorie Smoth Short Plat 5t 1 --- Fr • D. (DE.O.W 1 4 4 -1-5 aos • cr_p 335W 325W 325W 344W 351W 334E 325W 325W 334E 344W 344W 344W 325E 334E 325E 335W 335W