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2013, 01-15 Study Session Minutes MINUTES SPOKANE VALLEY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING STUDY SESSION FORMAT Spokane Valley City Hall Council Chambers Spokane Valley,Washington January 15,2013 6:00 p.m. Attendance: Councilmembers Staff Tom Towey,Mayor Mike Jackson, City Manager Gary Schimmels, Deputy Mayor Cary Driskell, City Attorney Dean Grafos, Councihnember Mark Calhoun, Finance Director Chuck Hafner, Councilmember John Holman, Community Development Dir. Ben Wick, Councilmember Mike Stone, Parks &Recreation Director Arne Woodard, Councilmember Eric Guth,Public Works Director Scott Kuhta,Planning Manager Steve Worley, Senior Engineer Marty Palaniuk,Planning Technician Rick VanLeuver7, Police Chief Carolbelle Branch,Public Information Officer Chris Bainbridge,City Clerk Mayor Towey called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Roll Call: City Clerk Bainbridge called the roll; all Councilmembers were present. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Determination of Candidates to Interview for Interim Councilmember#1 Position—Mayor Towey After Mayor Towey explained the process for taking nominations, including that nominations require a second, and at least three councilmembers must vote for a candidate in order for that candidate to be interviewed, Mayor Towey opened the floor for nominations of candidates to interview. Councilmember Grafos nominated Rod Higgins, the nomination was seconded. Councihnember Wick nominated Linda Thompson, the nomination was seconded. Deputy Mayor Schimmels nominated Amy Biviano, there was no second, Councilmember Wick nominated Rustin Hall, there was no second. Councilmember Woodard nominated Sam Wood, the nomination was seconded. Councilmember Hafner nominated Amy Biviano, the nomination was seconded. Councilmember Woodard nominated Kevin Anderson, the nomination was seconded. Councihnember Wick nominated Jon Gibbs, there was no second. It was moved by Deputy Mayon Schimmels, seconded and unanimously agreed to close the nominations. Mayor Towey invited public comment; no comments were offered. The following is the outcome of the vote on those candidates receiving a nomination and a second: 1. Candidate Rod Higgins: In Favor: Mayor Towey, Deputy Mayor Schimmels, and Councilmembers Hafner, Grafos and Woodard. Opposed: Councihnember Wick. This candidate will be interviewed. 2. Candidate Linda Thompson: hi Favor: Mayor Towey, and Councilmembers Wick, Hafner, Grafos and Woodard, Opposed: Deputy Mayor Schimmels. This candidate will be interviewed. 3. Candidate Samuel Wood: In Favor: Mayor Towey, Deputy Mayor Schimmels, and Councilmembers Hafner, Grafos and Woodard. Opposed: Councilmember Wick. This candidate will be interviewed. Council Study Session Minutes 01-15-2013 Page I of 3 Approved by Council:01-22-2013 4. Candidate Amy Biviano: In Favor: Mayor Towey, Deputy Mayor Sehimmels, and Councilmembers Hafner, Grafos and Wick. Opposed: Councilmember Woodard. This candidate will be interviewed. 5. Candidate Kevin Anderson: In Favor: Councilmembers Grafos, Hafner, and Woodard. Opposed: Mayor Towey, Deputy Mayor Schimnrels, and Councilmember Wick. This candidate will be interviewed. NON-ACTION ITEMS 2. Code Text Amendments CTA 04-12—Marty Palaniuk Planning Technician Palaniuk went over the issues what led to the proposed amendments concerning home occupations in the mixed use, commercial and industrial zones; accessory dwelling units in the mixed use, commercial and industrial zones; recreational vehicles in the mixed use, commercial and industrial zones; residential development standards in those same zones; and manufactured homes in manufactured home subdivisions. Councilmember Woodard asked about L&I (Labor and Industries) regulations concerning moving manufactured homes, and it was determined that staff will research that issue prior to the scheduled January 22, first reading. There were no objections from Council. 3. Shops/Storage Sheds in Residential Areas—Scott Kuhta, John Holman Community Development Director Hohman explained that the issue of concern is an increasing citizen trend to build oversized shops with a small dwelling located within the structure; he said primary use as a shop is inconsistent with residential zone intent; that staff received some complaints of structures on Progress, and staff is concerned enough to try to do something a little different;that they took the issue to the PIanning Commission for their input, and the Commission was unanimous in their feelings that this should be brought to council. After viewing photos of the structures via staff's PowerPoint, Planning Manager Kuhta said that previously 51% of the structure would have to be dedicated to dwelling, but that was not written in the Code and a subsequent Community Development Director felt it couldn't be enforced; and he said the issues are also the definitions. There was discussion concerning just building a shop on a lot; aggregating lots; the intention to use the structure solely for storage, and mention from Mr. Kuhta that in the past, this has led to such things as operating an auto body shop in a residential area. Councilmember Woodard suggested staff cheek the Millwood height limitations, and Councilmember Grafos went over his comments concerning shop buildings on residential lots, which he distributed as a handout. After further discussion, it was determined that staff will look at the issue of detached accessory structures,setbacks,and building heights, and that this issue will return to the Planning Commission. 4. Draft Interlocal Decant Facility—Eric Guth Public Works Director Guth went over the highlights of the draft interlocal agreement, including the estimated costs; and after brief discussion, it was determined hat staff will bring this interlocal for council approval consideration at the January 29 council meeting. Mayor Towey called for a short recess at 6:56 p.m.; and he reconvened the meeting at 7:06 p.m. 5. Street Preservation Project Change Order—Steve Worley Senior Engineer Worley went over the background of the Street Preservation Project, Phase 1 and of the subsequent bid award to Spokane Rock Products, and that the project was substantially completed September 5;that the current change order and accompanying documentation explain the current changes; that the cost of the overages increase the project cost above 15% of the bid contract price and therefore requires Council approval. Mr. Worley also noted that the bids came in below the engineer's estimate, which estimate was based on aerial photos instead of the normal topographic survey; and that the project was put together on short notice. Council agreed to staff bringing this back next week for Council approval consideration. Council Study S;ssion Minutes 01-15-2013 Page 2 of 3 Approved by Council:01-22-2013 6.Advance Agenda—Mayor Towey Councilmember Hafner asked about the status of school zone traffic beacons and grant opportunities, and Mr. Jackson said they will look into that issue for possible future discussion. Councilmember Grafos mentioned the swale project on Appleway and of past discussions on that topic at the 2011 retreat, where he said the matter was the highest priority, but that it has not moved forward since,and said a Fortune 500 company could be coming and he would like staff to bring back a plan to council to approve completing the remainder of the corridor,possibly this summer. Mr.Jackson said staff will research the issue. 7. Information Only: City Hall at the Mall Update was for information only and was not reported or discussed. 8. Council Check-in—Mayor Towey Mayor Towey said we have been requested to join with other jurisdictions to draft a letter to the Governor on a proposed transportation package, and said he favors that idea;he said several cities in King County agree with the idea; and that most favored three things that aligned with the AWC (Association of Washington Cities) transportation package, which package Mayor Towey explained, could benefit us in our pursuit of funding for Sullivan bridge; he said if all local jurisdictions would draft a common letter to the Governor, that a united voice going to Olympia would be more beneficial; he said cities and counties need to be given more tools in order to solve our transportation problems. Council discussion included several Councilmembers expressing the need for caution. Mayor Towey said some of the suggested proposals are to increase the Council's authority to raise vehicle tabs to $40;to increase the level of motor vehicle excise tax to share with cities, and increase the gas tax. Mayor Towey said such a letter could be general in nature, and prior to actual submittal, could be brought again before Council. Councilmember Wick said he would prefer to support the package if our letter listed specific items; and it was suggested that staff contact other jurisdictions for their input. Mr. Jackson said staff can handle that task as this is an important issue to as it ties in with our request for $4 million for Sullivan bridge; and added that he will contact the City's lobbyist Briahna Taylor for her expertise; that this is a good way to demonstrate regional support for the need for additional funding, and that staff can initiate the process. Council concurred. Mayor Towey also mentioned the selection process for the Community Recognition Program; and that the first presentation will be January 29; with the cutoff for the next month's nomination as February 5. 9. City Manager Comments—Mike Jackson City Manager Jackson said that staff has been working with Spokane County and the City of Spokane concerning solid waste; that they met last Monday and we have a draft Memorandum of Understanding; that our City Attorney has reviewed it and if possible, staff would like to bring that to Council next week for council approval consideration, and said he hopes to have a draft Scope of Work as well. There were no objections from Council. It was moved by Deputy Mayor Schimmels, seconded and unanimously agreed to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m. ATT Sat Thomas E. Tow y, ayor e . rrstine Bainbridge, City Clerk -- Council Study Session Minutes 01-15-2013 Page 3 of 3 Approved by Council:01-22-2013 SHOP BUILDINGS ON RESIDENTIAL LOTS A SHOP BUILDING IS DEFINED AS A BUILDING IN WHICH LESS THAN 51%OF THE STRUCTURE IS A PERMITTED DWELLING UNIT. SHOP BUILDINGS THAT DO NOT CONTAIN A PERMITTED DWELLING UNIT SHALL BE PERMITTED IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES WITH THE FOLLOWING SET-BACK REQUIREMENTS: REAR YARD= 5'. SIDEYARD= 5'. FRONT YARD= 20'. ALL SHOP BUILDINGS WILL BE SUBJECT TO A MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT OF 25'. SHOP BUILDINGS WITHIN A RESIDENTIAL ZONED LOT THAT CONTAIN A PERMITTED DWELLING UNIT WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE SAME SET-BACK REQUIREMENTS AS A PRIMARY DWELLING STRUCTURE IN A RESIDENTIAL ZONE. REAR YARD SETBACK =20'. SIDEYARD= 10'. REAR YARD= 20'. ALL SHOP BUILDINGS WILL BE SUBJECT TO A MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT OF 25'. NO CLEAR GLAZED AREAS, OR WINDOWS SHALL BE ALLOWED IN ANY SHOP BUILDING CONSTRUCTED IN A RESIDENTIAL ZONE THAT ABUTS THE REAR OR SIDEYARD SET-BACK OF A ADJOINING RESIDENTIAL LOT, SHOP BUILDINGS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES SHALL BE LIMITED IN SIZE TO 10% OF TOTAL LOT AREA. A DWELLING UNIT IS DEFINED AS ONE OR MORE ROOMS DESIGNED, OCCUPIED OR INTENDED FOR OCCUPANCY AS SEPARATE LIVING QUARTERS. IBC REQUIRES: 300 SQUARE FEET. DEAN GRAFOS 1/15/2012 � d