2003_05

Four Creeks Unincorporated Area Council

Special Meeting Minutes – May 21st, 2003

Submitted by Gwendolyn High

Attending:

Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 16, 2003:

Approved as amended with one abstention.

Minutes of Special Meeting of April 2, 2003:

Approved as amended with one abstention.

Treasurer’s Report:

No report this month.

Correspondence:

§	David R. - Check from King County to the UAC for expenses submitted.
§	David R. - DDES questionnaire presented at the May 7^th Special Meeting. Questionnaire not addressed at that meeting. There was a handwritten note attached asking for comments to be submitted by May 16^th. David R. postponed discussion and possible action to a later meeting.
§	Gwendolyn H. - Received email from a resident concerned with the development density at the Street of Dreams project. Gwendolyn H. has shared the King County websites were applications can be researched. She will continue to investigate and report.

Deputys' Reports:

§	Deputy Sarver has been reassigned. Deputy Steve Maxwell has taken over the Storefront as of May 1^st. He has been on the force for 25 years and is a former resident of Briar Hills, currently residing in Kennydale.
§	The April crime maps were distributed. In general, numbers are done from last month. Mail thefts are up.
§	There was much discussion concerning how to identify methamphetamine production signs and what to do if you do see something. - Signs: Empty and corroded propane cylinders, chemical bottles and/or cans, cut open batteries - What to Do: Report to 911. -What NOT to Do: DON"T TOUCH ANYTHING. Many of the chemicals used are highly toxic. Professional crews will clean up. -What Happens Next: 911 will pass the data to the Meth Task Force and the situation will be investigated.

May Valley Environmental Council (MVEC) Presentation:

§	Rod McFarland gave PowerPoint presentation. Mr. McFarland is and has been on the Board of Directors of MVEC since its creation in 2000. He is the current Secretary.
§	The presentation lasted about an hour and a half with considerable Q&A and discussion.
§	Mr. McFarland presented a letter to the UAC for endorsement. Discussion was cut short due to lack of time. Further discussion set for the next Special Meeting. Date tentatively set for June 2^nd - to be confirmed and communicated as soon as possible.

New Business

§	David R. Asked for a motion to extend the meeting by 5 minutes. Passed unanimously.
§	Oscar B. announced his immediate resignation due to the increasing obligations placed upon him by commitments outside of the UAC. He received an ovation and many thanks for his dedication and service to our community. -The balance of the term of Mr. Bandelin's elected At-Large Position is now open. Candidates are invited to submitted a bio at any UAC meeting.
§	Gwendolyn H. reported new data from the City of Renton. The Long Range Planning Department will be presenting data and possible recommendations for changes to Zoning and Annexation Polices for our community soon. There will be a presentation at the Renton City Hall, Council Chambers, June 4^th at 7pm. An Open House in our neighborhood is also being planned on these issues. They hope to hold it June 19^th at 7pm. Edie J. suggested that the current dates and details should be maintained on the website.

Meeting was adjourned at 9:10.

Initially submitted via email to all UAC members, and posted on the website on May 25, 2003. gh