HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-19-1999 CITY OF AUBURN
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
January 19, 1999 7:30 p.m.
CALL
A,
TO ORDER
Flag Salute
Mayor Booth called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM and led those
in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call
Mayor Booth and the following Councilmembers were present:
Pete Lewis, Sue Singer, Trish Borden, Fred Poe, Gene Cerino, and
Rich Wagner. Councilmember Jeanne Barber was excused.
Staff members in attendance included: Planning and Community
Development Director Paul Krauss, Assistant Planning Director
Lynn Rued, Associate Planner Shirley Aird, Public Works Director
Christine Engler, City Engineer Dennis Dowdy, City Attorney
Michael J. Reynolds, Assistant City Attorney Judith Ausman,
Finance Director Diane L. Supler, Parks and Recreation Director
Dick Deal, Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Police Chief Dave Purdy,
Personnel Director Brenda Heineman, and City Clerk Danielle
Daskam.
Announcements and Appointments
Annou_____ncements
There were no announcements.
2. Appointments
a)
Library Board
The reappointment of Dr. Melvin Lindbloom for a five-
year term to expire December 31, 2003.
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II.
Councilmember Poe moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to confirm the reappointment of Dr. Melvin
Lindbloom to the Library Board.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
~ations
An agenda modification consisting of a letter addressed to Mayor
Chuck Booth from Allan Thomason of Thoroughbred, Inc. dated
January 14, 1999 was transmitted under Item II.A.2 of these
minutes.
CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
Application for Franchise Agreement
A3.14
The Application for Telecommunications Franchise request
of Electric Lightwave Incorporated (ELI), for a non-exclusive
franchise for a term of five years for the attachment,
installation, operation, and maintenance of a fiber optics
telecommunications system network in, on, upon, along,
and/or across certain public ways within the city of Auburn.
The purpose of the public hearing is to determine public
benefit and impact, applicant compliance, public right-of-way
capacity to accommodate ELI's telecommunication system,
potential disruption of public right-of way, and present and
future use of the public right-of-way.
City Engineer Dennis Dowdy presented the staff report on
the Electric Lightwave's (ELI) application for Franchise
Agreement. ELI has made application for a franchise to
install and maintain telecommunication facilities in public
rights of way which ELI will own and operate to provide
telecommunication services to customers within the city of
Auburn. ELI has completed all City requirements for the
franchise application and has negotiated the draft Franchise
Agreement included in the Council's agenda packet. Mr.
Dowdy assured that the draft Agreement is consistent with
City of Auburn City Code Title 20, Telecommunications. Mr.
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Dowdy also briefly referred to federal and state laws
regarding telecommunications.
According to Title 20, a public hearing is required on the
application for telecommunications franchise to give the
public an opportunity to be aware of and comment on the
proposed franchise.
Mr. Dowdy briefly outlined some of the provisions of the
franchise. The franchise covers the entire city and is for a
five year term which is renewable with mutual consent. The
City's normal police powers and regulations apply to the
franchisee and normal City permit procedures for work
performed in the rights of way. The franchise provides for
prompt restoration of the rights of way, allows use of the
aerial facilities owned by other utilities within the city, and
requires compliance with underground code. The City's
utility tax will apply for the use of the rights of way.
Mayor Booth opened the public hearing.
Ed Fournier, Electric Lightwave Incorporated (ELI)
Mr. Fournier spoke in favor of the franchise application. ELI
is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington and is a
facilities based company authorized to compete as a local
exchange. Initial ELI customers located in the Auburn area
include the Federal Aviation Administration, Green River
Community College, and The Boeing Company. Mr.
Fournier displayed an area map of their construction and
installation plans.
There was no other request from the audience to speak
regarding ELI's application for franchise agreement.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Poe
seconded to close the public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the
necessary ordinance adopting the franchise agreement.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Amendments to Chapter 18.28 C-2 Central Business Distriut
and Interim Zoning of C-2 (Central Business District)
03.4.2.1.2
On December 7, 1998, the Auburn City Council adopted
Ordinances No. 5193 and 5194 establishing interim changes
and interim zoning controls for C-2 Central Business District.
As a result, there have been some changes to the uses
allowed in the C-2 district, and the C-2 district has been
expanded. The previously existing zoning designations
within downtown allowed development that is incompatible
with the Draft Downtown Plan dated October 1, 1998. The
interim zoning was adopted to ensure that development that
occurs between now and the Plan adoption and
implementation will be compatible with the Plan. State law
requires the City Council to conduct a public hearing on
interim zoning controls within sixty (60) days of adoption.
Planning and Community Development Director Paul Krauss
presented the staff report. For the past year, the Downtown
Task Force, comprised of downtown business operators,
area residents, members of the Chamber of Commerce,
members of the Downtown Association, and others
appointed by the Mayor, have been working on a new
redevelopment plan for the downtown. The Task Force is
expected to complete their work next spring. Their work has
consisted of several open houses, newspaper articles, and
meetings. Recently the Task Force became concerned that
as development in downtown becomes more attractive,
zoning controls need to be implemented to ensure that the
construction that does occur is consistent with the goals
being established by the Downtown Task Force. The Task
Force recommended and the City Council adopted interim
zoning in December 1998. The interim zoning is to remain
in effect for one year or possibly less.
The interim zoning ordinance makes the following changes:
The C-2 Central Business District Zone is enlarged to cover
most of the downtown planning area. The C-3 Heavy
Commercial District is reduced by the same size the C-2 is
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enlarged. C-2 zoning encourages the type of pedestrian
oriented retail business that is found along Main Street. C-3
zoning encourages the type of commercial business that is
typically found on Auburn Way and 15th Street NE. The
interim zoning ordinance also amended the C-2 district text
in two areas. The first amendment allows commuter rail
stations and transit hubs as permitted uses. The second
change limits overnight stays in religious institutions to
employees only. The interim zoning ordinance prevents new
automotive oriented business from locating in the downtown
area as well as prevents major expansion of existing auto
oriented uses.
If the interim ordinance is upheld and interim zoning
ultimately adopted on a permanent basis, nonconforming
uses will result. Nonconforming uses are grandfathered and
are allowed to continue in business, change ownership, and
can slightly expand in some cases.
Mr. Krauss explained that the City Council has several
options after the close of the public hearing. The City
Council can decide to take no action and allow the interim
ordinance to stand; the Council can direct staff to make
modifications; or the Council can take action to repeal the
interim ordinance.
Mayor Booth opened the public hearing.
Jim Blanchard, 2635 Forest Ridge Drive, Auburn, WA
Mr. Blanchard identified himself as a member and Chairman
of the Auburn Downtown Task Force. Mr. Blanchard
reported that the Task Force recommends the interim zoning
ordinances to stand. The interim zoning will allow for
sufficient time for the completion of the Downtown Plan and
its presentation to the City Council for adoption and
enactment of permanent zoning. The Downtown Task Force
has been involved in developing a long-term plan for the
future development of Auburn. Mr. Blanchard briefly
described the history of the Plan development. He urged
the Council to retain the interim zoning.
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Allan Thomason, 225 "A" Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Thomason spoke on behalf of "A" Street Automotive
located at 225 "A" Street SE. He identified himself as half
owner of "A" Street Automotive and Thoroughbred
Autobody. He expressed concern with interim zoning which
adversely affects his ability to remodel or expand his
business located at 225 "A" Street SE. He expressed his
desire to continue his business and serve his customers in
the downtown area.
~, 1111 Pike Street NE, Auburn
Mr. Thordarson identified himself as a member of the
Auburn Downtown Task Force. He spoke in favor of the
interim zoning until adoption of the Downtown Plan.
Bob West, 332 1st Street NE, Auburn
Mr. West identified himself as the representative of the
property and business owner of Auburn Lawn and Garden.
Auburn Lawn and Garden has operated at its current
location, 308 West Main Street, for several years and
includes the sale and outdoor display of nursery supplies
and equipment. Mr. West advised that the C-2 district will
severely restrict the use of Auburn Lawn and Garden
property. Mr. West explained the ultimate widening of "C"
Street will require the condemnation of a portion of the
Auburn Lawn and Garden property. If Auburn Lawn and
Garden is to continue in operation at its location, the
property will need to be reconfigured and building additions
constructed. C-2 zoning prohibits the necessary expansion
and reconfiguration required by Auburn Lawn and Garden,
and the business may be required to relocate. Mr. West
presented the Council with a letter from himself and a letter
from Mr. Jack Jones, primary owner of Auburn Lawn and
Equipment and principal owner of the property. Mr. West
requested that the Council exclude the property where
Auburn Lawn and Garden is situated from the interim zoning
as it is geographically separate from the downtown area.
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.Bruce Alverson, 22 "B" Street SW, Auburn
Mr. Alverson identified himself as a representative of the
Sunbreak Caf6 located at 22 "B" Street SW. He spoke in
favor of interim zoning and the preservation of downtown.
Scott Pysher, 213 "D" Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Pysher reported that he and his wife moved to Auburn in
1997 because of the downtown area, and questioned the
impact of the interim zoning on existing nonconforming uses
such as "A" Street Automotive.
Pastor Pat O'L__~, Lifegate Auburn Foursquare, 307 East
Main Street, Auburn
Pastor O'Leary questioned the C-2 text change which
prohibits overnight stays in religious institutions to
employees only. Pastor O'Leary expressed concern with the
provision since his church offers some youth overnight
activities at his facility.
Donell Brickman, 118 Cross Street SE, Auburn
Ms. Brickman operates Donell's Espresso at 118 Cross
Street SE. Ms. Brickman expressed concern with the effect
of the interim zoning on her business which includes a drive-
up facility. Planning and Community Development Director
Krauss explained that drive-throughs are permitted as a
conditional use in a C-2 district and permitted out right in a
C-3. Assistant Planning Director Rued added that a
conditional use permit would be required if Ms. Brickman
desired to expand her business or add another drive-
through. Contrastingly, an automotive oriented business,
such as "A" Street Automotive is prohibited in a C-2 district.
Ms. Brickman also inquired about another of her businesses
located at 303 4th Street NE where she was denied a drive-
through. Mayor Booth suggested Ms. Brickman contact
Assistant Planning Director Rued regarding the possibility of
a drive-through at her business located at 303 4~ Street NE.
Brock Snyder, 407 Milwaukee Avenue, Algona
Mr. Snyder identified himself as a member of the White
River Presbyterian Church. He expressed concern with the
interim zoning change that prohibits overnight stays in
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religious institutions; specifically its impact on churches'
ability to provide overnight housing for the homeless.
There being no further request from the audience to address
the Council, Councilmember Borden moved and
Councilmember Lewis seconded to close the public hearing.
Councilmember Lewis stressed the purpose of the interim
zoning is to allow time for the Downtown Task Force to
complete the Downtown Plan before other new businesses
locate to the area.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Councilmember Borden expressed support for the Task
Force's work on the Auburn Downtown Plan. She spoke in
favor of continuing the interim zoning.
Councilmember Wagner spoke in favor of interim zoning.
He suggested a more user-friendly transition and ability to
expand for existing businesses of a wide variety. He
suggested that the Council exclude the site of Auburn Lawn
and Garden from the interim zoning C-2 district.
Councilmember Poe suggested reviewing specific corridors
and uses allowed in those corridors. He also suggested that
the Council exclude all properties west of the Burlington
Northern centerline from the interim zoning C-2 district.
Planning Director Krauss indicated the removal of the
properties west of the Burlington Northern tracks from the
interim zoning would not be significant.
Jim Blanchard. 2635 Forest Ridge Drive, Auburn, WA
Mr. Blanchard is Chair of the Auburn Downtown Task Force.
Mr. Blanchard explained that the Task Force's intent is to
recommend interim zoning until the Downtown Plan is
complete and subsequently establish permanent zoning.
Mr. Blanchard explained that the Task Force asked City staff
to develop the boundaries of the interim zoning based on the
areas most likely to experience growth. Mr. Blanchard
expressed his personal opinion that the exclusion of Auburn
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Lawn and Garden from the interim zoning would not be
significant.
Councilmember Singer reported that she is a member of the
Auburn Downtown Task Force. Early in the process, the
Task Force identified businesses that the Task Force
wanted to encourage to stay in Auburn. Auburn Lawn and
Garden was one of those businesses identified. She agreed
with Councilmember Poe to exclude Auburn Lawn and
Garden from the interim zoning.
Councilmember Wagner suggested developing a policy to
accommodate overnight church activities on an infrequent
basis.
Referring to Councilmember Poe's previous comments,
Councilmember Lewis requested that the Task Force and
staff members review specific corridors, such as the "A"
Street corridor and the "C" Street corridor, and the uses
allowed in those areas.
Councilmember Poe moved and Councilmember Vvagner
seconded to amend the area of the interim C-2 zoning to
exclude the area north of Ist Street SVV and west of the
Burlington Northern Railroad centerline.
Councilmember Borden recommended continuing with the
interim zoning as it stands and looking at the map
designation through the public process.
Councilmember Singer spoke in favor of removing Auburn
Lawn and Garden from the interim C-2 zoning.
Counciimember Lewis also spoke in favor of removing
Auburn Lawn and Garden from the interim C-2 zoning.
Councilmember Cerino offered that all properties affected by
the motion are properties that are already impacted by the
location of the transit station.
Planning Director Krauss advised that the "Brace" building, a
large warehouse located west of the tracks, is being
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acquired by Sound Transit. The C Street widening project
affects all the remaining properties within the interim C-2
zoning and west of the tracks.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Moratorium on Filinq of Applications for Business Licensee
and Buildin,q Permits for Food or Drink Establishmentc
Conductinq Commercial Stimulant Card Game~
o7.1
On December 21, 1998, the City Council adopted Ordinance
No. 5198 establishing a moratorium on the filing of
applications for business licenses and building permits for
food or drink establishments conducting commercial
stimulant card games. Any existing food or drink
establishment that has been issued a business license shall
be required to apply for an additional license to conduct
commercial stimulant card games on the premises. The
moratorium was effective upon its adoption on December
21, 1998, and will continue in effect for six months unless
repealed, renewed, or modified by the City Council after a
public hearing and entry of findings of fact.
City Attorney Reynolds presented the staff report. Mr.
Reynolds referred to changes in federal laws which allow
gaming on Indian reservations and then changes in state
gaming laws which allow casinos operated by the private
sector. Based on public safety statistics related to casino
operations, the City administration forwarded to the Council
a proposed moratorium on commercial stimulant card games
to allow an opportunity to review city policy on future gaming
operations. He stressed the point that since the moratorium
is not based on a land use issue, there is no legal
requirement for a public hearing on the moratorium.
Mr. Reynolds explained that the State Gaming Commission
issues one-year permits for gambling. State law also
provides that a local government can restrict the gaming
issued by the state. In other words, a city can ban gaming
operations entirely. The purpose of the moratorium is to
allow an opportunity for the Council to evaluate whether
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gaming will be allowed in the city or whether the City will
address gaming operations as a land use classification.
Mayor Booth opened the public hearing.
Frank Miller, 4041 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA
Mr. Miller identified himself as an attorney in private practice
specializing in gaming and governmental law. Previously he
served as Director, Deputy Director and General Counsel of
the Washington State Gambling Commission. Mr. Miller
spoke on behalf of the Recreational Gaming Association, a
small trade association comprised of card room operators in
the state of Washington. In 1996 state law was changed to
allow card rooms to increase tables from five to fifteen and
allow such games as jackpot poker and collector fees. In
1997, a law was passed to allow house-banked card games.
Mr. Miller requested the City of Auburn proceed cautiously
with regard to the moratorium.
Mr. Miller asserted card rooms are the most heavily
regulated public card rooms in North America. State law
limits the card rooms to 15 tables, limits operation to 20
hours per day, and the State Gambling Commission sets
wagering limits. Mr. Miller presented the Council with a copy
of RCW 9.46.285 regarding licensing authority of local
jurisdictions. Mr. Miller acknowledged that the City has the
authority to prohibit gambling activities but not to limit the
number of gambling establishments. He encouraged the
City Council review the law and work closely with the State
Gambling Commission regarding this issue.
In response to a question from Councilmember Wagner, Mr.
Miller recalled when the City of Vancouver passed an
ordinance to prohibit all card rooms. To date, there are no
card rooms in the city of Vancouver. City Attorney Reynolds
added that the State issues gambling licenses for one year.
In the case of the City of Vancouver, there was a two year
period of phasing out the card rooms.
Gerry Kin.qen, 1323 Harbor Ave SW, Seattle, WA
Mr. Kingen is associated with Funsters, which is seeking its
initial site at 1300 Supermall Way near the Supermall.
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Preparations for the location have been ongoing for
approximately six months. Mr. Kingen is also the creator of
Red Robin Restaurants, Salty's Restaurants, Lake Union
Caf6, Boondock's, and others. He presented the Council
with binders containing information on the proposed
business, existing businesses, and principals. Funsters
would be focused around food and beverages, electronic
and tactical games, and gambling. Mr. Kingen asserted that
Funsters would be an asset to the community.
Scott Switzer, 1300 Supermall Way, Auburn, WA
Mr. Switzer reported that the proposed Funster facility will
employ approximately 300 people. Mr. Switzer advised that
Funsters applied for its state liquor and gambling licenses in
July 1998 and have entered into a purchase agreement with
Quadrant for a large piece of property for a facility which will
cost $7 million. Mr. Switzer also advised that their purchase
option will expire before the end of the moratorium. Mr.
Switzer asked the City Council for the ability to go forward
with the plans for Funsters. Mr. Switzer characterized
Funsters as a family oriented business which would bring
approximately $1 million in tax revenue to the City.
Councilmember Borden inquired regarding the need for the
gambling element of Funsters business. Mr. Switzer
advised that all three elements of the business will
contribute towards the overhead of the facility.
Scott Pysher, 213 "D" Street SE, Auburn, WA
Mr. Pysher questioned the impact of gambling activities on
public safety services, and the benefits of gambling to the
community.
~, 1111 Pike Street NE, Auburn, WA
Mr. Thordarson expressed concern for the welfare and the
livability of the city of Auburn and encouraged the Council to
retain the moratorium.
Fred Steiner, 333 15th Street NE, Auburn, WA
Mr. Steiner referred to the State's list of pending gambling
license applications. New applications for state gambling
licenses cannot be accepted until July 1999. Mr. Steiner
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contended that crime does not follow gambling
establishments.
Dave Beemis, 333 15th Street NE, Auburn, WA
Mr. Beemis identified himself as General Manager of
Freddie's Club located at 333 15th Street NE in Auburn.
Freddie's Club employs approximately 120 people. Mr.
Beemis reported that incidents of crime have been minimal.
Security and surveillance is manned 24 hours per day. He
encouraged the Councilmembers to tour the casino.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to close the public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Councilmember Cerino questioned whether the City can
retain the moratorium but grandfather those who had
pending gambling license applications with the state.
Councilmember Poe questioned the means of notification
given to the City when gambling applications are made to
the state. Chief Purdy reported that the Police Department
is not notified until just prior to the opening of the
establishment. Assistant Planning Director Rued advised
that to the best of his knowledge the City has not been
advised of a pending gambling license application although
the City does receive notification of liquor license
applications.
Councilmember Borden spoke in favor of continuing the
moratorium and attempting to resolve the issue before the
end of the six-month moratorium period.
Councilmember Wagner also spoke in favor of resolving the
issue without delay.
Mayor Booth recessed the meeting at 9:30 PM for approximately five
minutes. Mayor Booth reconvened the meeting at 9:39 PM.
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III.
Audience Participation
There was no request from the audience to address the City
Council.
Correspondence
No correspondence was received for City Council review.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Chair Poe reported the Municipal Services Committee met this
evening at 6:00 PM. The Committee discussed possible fire
service on Lea Hill and pending annexation. The next regular
meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for
February 1, 1999 at 6:00 PM.
Planninq & Community Development
Chair Borden reported the Planning and Community Development
Committee met January 11, 1999. The Committee recommended
several items which appear on this evening's agenda. The
Committee also discussed progress on the Lakeland Hills Phase 2
Annexation and school impact fees and park impact fees.
Committee members discussed special population programs and
changes in park policies. The next regular meeting of the Planning
and Community Development Committee is scheduled for January
25, 1999 at 6:30 PM.
Public Works
Vice Chair Poe reported the Public Works Committee met January
11, 1999. The Committee discussed a Street Improvement Delay
Agreement, Consulting Services Agreements, and the progress of
capital projects. The next regular meeting of the Public Works
Committee is scheduled for Monday, January 25, 1999 at 4:30 PM.
Finance
Vice Chair Wagner reported the Finance Committee met this
evening at 6:30 PM. The Committee reviewed and recommended
approval of claims and payroll vouchers and received a legislative
update from Finance Director Supler. The Committee also began
review and discussion of the gambling tax structure. The next
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IV.
regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for
Monday, February 1, 1999 at 6:30 PM.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. Minutes of the January 4, 1999 regular City Council meeting.
Vouchers
F4.9.2,F4.9.5
Claims
Claims check numbers 138610 through 138796 in the
amount of $786,295.54 for Period 12 and dated January 20,
1999; and claims check numbers 138797 through 138993 in
the amount of $1,822,401.47 for Period 14 and dated
January 20, 1999.
Payroll
Payroll check numbers 250812 to 250901 in the amount of
$35,756.18 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $9,399.34 for a grand total of $45,155.52 for the
pay period covering January 1, 1999 to January 14, 1999.
C. Contract Administration
Public Works Proiect Numbers C8047/C8048
O4.8.1 C8047/C8048
City Council to approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount
of $26,514.19, Contract Number 98-26, for additional costs
associated with Public Works Project Numbers
C8047/C8048, Central Storm Drainage Improvements,
Phases lC and 1E.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Singer seconded to
approve the consent agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no item under this section for City Council review.
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VI.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no item under this section for City Council review.
VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
Ordinance No. 5206
03.5 PLT0002-94R
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving the Final Plat of West Beverly Hill
Division No. 4 a 95-1ot single-family subdivision located east
of "W" Street NW and west of the terminus of 15th Street
NW, within the city of Auburn, Washington.
City Engineer Dennis Dowdy recommended that the City
Council to postpone action on Ordinance No. 5206 until the
site is under control from erosion. Mr. Dowdy recalled that
on December 21, 1999 City Council directed the City
Attorney prepare the necessary ordinance to consider the
final plat. Since that time a number of storms caused
considerable damage to the infrastructure that had been
constructed including streets and storm water facilities. Staff
also determined there is not adequate control of the surface
runoff on the upper plateau, and considerable siltation has
flowed into Mill Creek. Staff members continue to inspect
the site with the developer's representatives. Staffs main
concerns deal with slope stability and better control of the
interior drainage. City Engineer Dowdy recommended the
City Council postpone action on Ordinance No. 5206 for
several weeks.
Councilmember Wagner noted that the Council did not
approve the final plat on December 21, 1998 but merely
instructed the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance. He
recalled that he had requested additional information on the
sufficiency of the bond before voting on approval of the final
plat. City Engineer Dowdy agreed that the existing bond will
not cover the repairs that need to be made to the plat.
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Councilmember Wagner requested that the next Public
Works agenda include discussion of the methodology for
determining the bond amount.
Councilmember Borden inquired regarding the protection of
Mill Creek from runoff. City Engineer Dowdy explained that
an approved erosion control plan exists. However, the plan
had not been updated since last winter to reflect the status
of the site.
City Attorney Reynolds recommended not accepting a bond
but to require construction to the satisfaction of the City.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Lewis
seconded to postpone Ordinance No. 5206 until the
February 16, 1999 Council meeting.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Ordinance No. 5208
O3.10.5
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, providing
for a Conditional Use Permit to allow for a hair care salon on
property zoned R-O (Residential Office) located at 1150
East Main Street, within the city of Auburn, Washington.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5208.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Resolutions
Resolution No. 3024
A3.13.9
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a Payback Agreement Developer's Extension between the
City and PK Partnership.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No, 3024.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Resolution No..3050
A1.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute the 1999
Service Agreement between the City of Auburn and the
Economic Development Council of Seattle and King County.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3050.
Councilmember Borden noted that the agenda bill for
Resolution No. 3050 refers to Councilmember Wagner
recommending two conditions as performance measures in
the contract. It was actually Councilmember Lewis who had
recommended the addition of two conditions.
Councilmember Borden noted that the two recommended
conditions were not included in the contract attached to
Resolution No. 3050. Councilmember Borden moved to
amend her motion to modify the Contract to include the
following conditions:
"It is the expectation of Auburn that the Economic
Development Council of Seattle and King County will
refer at least three (3) non-warehouse businesses to
Auburn each year.
The Economic Development Council of Seattle and
King County will provide a list of contacts to Auburn
by name, type of business and where the business
decided to locate at the end of contract year for all
businesses not still in negotiation through the
assistance of the Council."
Councilmember Singer seconded the motion.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
THE MAIN MOTION, AS AMENDED, CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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Resolution No. 3051
A3.16.9
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an Agreement for Professional Services for 1999 with
Landau Associates, Inc. to provide on-call geotechnical and
environmental investigation and analysis services for the
City of Auburn.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3051.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Resolution No. 3052
O4.2.1.4, O4.9.1 PR 548 (LID 347)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an Underground Conversion Agreement with Puget Sound
Energy to furnish and install a main distribution system for
Project No. PR 548, known as "B" Street - 30th Street NW
to 37th Street NW.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3052.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Resolution No. 3053
04.4.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a Meals on Wheels Satellite Site Memorandum of
Agreement for 1999 between the City of Auburn and Senior
Services of Seattle/King County (SSS/KC) to provide home
delivered meal service in the Auburn area to the elderly.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3053.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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Resolution No. 3054
O4.4.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a Memorandum of Agreement for 1999 between the City of
Auburn and Senior Services of Seattle/King County Nutrition
Projects (SSS/KC) to provide a federally funded hot meal
program for Iow-income elderly citizens of the Auburn area.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3054.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Resolution No. 3055
A3.16.9
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the City of Auburn to enter into a
Professional Service Contract with Inca Engineers, Inc. for
engineering/surveying services for 1999.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3055.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Resolution No. 3056
O3,4.1,17
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an Agreement for Professional Services for 1999 with
Pentec Environmental, Inc. to provide on-call wetland
services for the City of Auburn.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3056.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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Resolution No..3059
O5.1.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, King
County, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute an Agreement for Artwork between the City and
Kate Kulzer and Kevin Spitzer to provide a sculpture for the
Auburn Skatepark located in Brannan Park at 26th and "M"
Street NE, within the city of Auburn.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3059.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
VIII. MAYOR'S REPORT
Year 2000 (Y2K) Compliance Update
Finance Director Supler updated the City Council on the status of
the City's efforts to ensure Year 2000 compliance. The Y2K
Steering Committee met a week ago and continues to identify
areas of exposure. Because of dependency on others such as
Puget Sound Energy, there is no assurance of continuation of
service. Fire Chief Johnson has taken the lead as the City's
emergency management coordinator to formulate a contingency
plan.
Executive Session
Mayor Booth recessed the meeting to executive session at 10:08
PM for approximately 20 minutes in order to discuss litigation.
Mayor Booth indicated no action would be taken following the
executive session.
Mayor Booth reconvened the meeting at 10:30 PM.
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IX.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council this evening,
the meeting adjourned at 10:30 PM.
Approved on the //5_...J"
day of
,1999.
Charles A. Booth, Mayor
Danielle Daskam, City Clerk
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