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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-21-2008]k F A UB-uRN * WASHINGTON I. CALL TO ORDER CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES July 21, 2008 7:30 PM A. Flag Salute Mayor Peter B. Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance. B. Roll Call Mayor Lewis and the following Councilmembers were present: Rich Wagner, Sue Singer, Gene Cerino, Nancy Backus, Bill Peloza, Lynn Norman and Virginia Haugen. Staff members present included: Information Services Director Lorrie Rempher; Chief of Police Jim Kelly; Storm Drainage Engineer Tim Carlaw; Finance Director Shelley Coleman; Human Resources and Property/Risk Management Director Brenda Heineman; Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy; City Attorney Daniel B. Heid; Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Daryl Faber; Planning, Building and Community Director Cindy Baker; and City Clerk Danielle Daskam. C. Announcements and Appointments 1. Announcements There was no announcement. 2. Appointments There was no appointment for Council consideration. D. Agenda Modifications Agenda modifications included the addition of Ordinance No. 6192, the transmittal of Exhibit A for Resolution No. 4384, and the withdrawal of Appeal Application No. APL08-0001. Page 1 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes July 21, 2008 II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE A. Public Hearings 1. Extension of Moratorium - West Hill Drainage Area 03.4.2.1.2 Resolution No. 4300, adopted January 22, 2008, and amended by Resolution No. 4321 on March 3, 2008, established an initial six-month moratorium on the filing of land use applications, building and grading permit applications in the drainage area contributing surface flows to Mill Creek tributaries 0045, 0047, 0048 and 0053 as identified by King County and as defined by Resolution No. 4300. On July 7, 2008, the City Council set the date of July 21, 2008 for a public hearing on the proposed moratorium extension. Public Works Dowdy reported that on June 25, 2008, a meeting was held with residents of the affected area to discuss King County's detailed analysis known as the "Mullen Slough Capital Improvement Project Study and Action Plan". Storm Drainage Engineer Carlaw presented the staff report on the proposed extension of the moratorium. Since the enactment of the moratorium, City staff members have been engaged with King County to review the study findings and the different proposed alternatives. Engineer Carlaw explained that flows originate on the West Hill flank and drain through some steep ravines until they reach the valley floor and then into poorly defined sediment- laden channels. Two problems occur: erosion on the ravines from increased flows due to development and drainage issues with the conveyance downstream. Engineer Carlaw reported that two studies have been performed to date: the Mill Creek Tributary 53 and King County Tributaries 45, 47 and 48. Several projects have been identified in the Action Plan to alleviate the chronic flooding but have not yet been implemented. While some of the projects are more complex or situated on privately held property, there are several on Page 2 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes July 21, 2008 City property that could be advanced. The majority of the downstream projects are in the County. Staff members recommend the continuation of the moratorium, as amended by Resolution No. 4321, for an additional six months to allow time to complete additional studies and incorporate them in the Comprehensive Storm Drainage Plan. Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing at 7:42 p.m. Mara Heiman, 6430 South 287th Street, Auburn Ms. Heiman spoke briefly regarding her efforts over the years for relief from the chronic flooding of her neighborhood. She thanked the Council for enactment of the moratorium and spoke in favor of extending the moratorium. Ms. Heiman proposed utilizing public rights of way for drainage so that it can be publicly maintained. Darlene Locken, 6610 South 287th Street, Auburn Ms. Locken expressed agreement with Ms. Heiman's comments. There being no further public comment, Mayor Lewis closed the hearing at 7:47 p.m. There being no objection from the Council, Mayor Lewis modified the agenda to bring Resolution No. 4383 before the Council at this time. Resolution No. 4383 03.4.2.1.2 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, renewing the moratorium established by Resolution No. 4300, as amended by Resolution No.4321, on the filing of certain land use, building and grading permit applications in the drainage area contributing surface flows to Mill Creek Tributaries 0045, 0047, 0048 and 0053 as identified by King County and as defined herein, to be effective for a period ending December 31, 2008 Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4383. Page 3 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes July 21, 2008 MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. B. Audience Participation This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak to the City Council on any issue. Those wishing to speak are reminded to sign in on the form provided. Robert Whale, reporter for The Auburn Reporter Mr. Whale thanked the Police Department for their cooperation in providing information on police calls for service that appear in the "police blotter" in The Auburn Reporter. C. Correspondence There was no correspondence for Council review. III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS A3.7.6 A. Municipal Services Chair Cerino reported the Municipal Services Committee met June 14, 2008 at 3:30 p.m.. The Committee approved consent items and reviewed Resolution No. 4378 relatingq to a Bureau of Justice Grant. The Committee also discussed 4 of July police calls for service, an update on the golf course restaurant, golf course practice nets, a grant for a parallel taxiway at the Auburn Municipal Airport, use of the Auburn gun range, and the City's addressing system. The next regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for July 28, 2008 at 3:30 p.m. B. Planning & Community Development Vice Chair Backus reported the Planning and Community Development Committee met July 14, 2008. The Committee discussed infill residential development and issues related to short plat, half street requirements and access tract standards; Resolution No. 4376 authorizing an agreement with BHC Consultants; Resolution No. 4374 authorizing an interlocal agreement with Pierce County relating Vision 2040; and official decisions and reports from Director Baker. The next regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled for July 28, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. C. Public Works Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee met this afternoon at 3:30. The Committee approved an environmental consultant agreement with AMEC Earth and Environmental, Page 4 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes July 21, 2008 Resolution Nos. 4377 and 4380 setting dates for public hearings on right-of-way vacations, and Resolution No. 4384 approving a flood control easement for dike repair. The Committee also discussed the Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan, traffic control methods to replace C-curbing, and street lighting in the annexation areas. The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for August 4, 2008 at 3:30 p.m. D. Finance Councilmember Backus reported the Finance Committee met this evening at 6:30. The Committee approved claims and payroll vouchers and Ordinance No. 6192 regarding the authority of the Mayor. The Committee discussed Resolution No. 4381 authorizing an amendment to the current public defense services contract, Resolution No. 4378 accepting a Bureau of Justice grant, a contract with Microflex for utility tax audit services, and Resolution No. 4384 authorizing a flood control easement for King County Flood Control Zone District. The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for August 4, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. E. Community Center Chair Wagner reported the Community Center Committee has not met since the last City Council meeting. F. Downtown Redevelopment Chair Norman reported the Downtown Redevelopment Committee will meet tomorrow, July 22, at 3:30 p.m. IV. REPORTS At this time the Mayor and City Council may report on significant items associated with their appointed positions on state, regional and local organizations. A. From the Council Councilmember Backus reported the Planning and Community Development Committee and the Planning Commission held a joint meeting on July 15 to discuss topics from the Council's February 2008 retreat. Councilmember Backus also reported that she attended the exit conference for the 2007 audit conducted by the Washington State Auditor's Office. Councilmember Backus noted there were no audit findings and congratulated Director Coleman and Finance staff for their work during the audit process. Page 5 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes July 21, 2008 Councilmember Peloza reported the Water Resource Inventory Area (WRIA) 9 met recently where the major topics included the Salmon Recovery Funding Board budget and the funding of the Pautzke/Auburn levee setback and removal project. Councilmember Peloza also reported on a recent meeting of the Auburn Farmers Market steering committee. The Committee has mailed approximately 20 introductory letters to farmers in the region, hired a market manager, developed a Market logo, and is applying for grants for operation expenses. The Market opening is scheduled for spring of 2009. B. From the Mayor Mayor Lewis reported that he received a visit from 18 student leaders from the countries of Bangladesh, India and Pakistan who are studying at Green River Community College this summer as part of a Federal grant sponsored by the Academy for Educational Development. Mayor Lewis announced the development of a new brochure titled "Faces of Auburn" which highlights Auburn's indigenous people and the waves of immigration that have occurred throughout Auburn's history. Mayor Lewis also commented on the efforts of the Valley Cities to improve the trail systems throughout the region and encouraged residents to take advantage of the extensive trail systems. V. CONSENT AGENDA All matters listed on the Consent Agenda are considered by the City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed. A. Minutes 1. Minutes of the July 7, 2008 regular City Council meeting. B. Vouchers F4.9.2, F4.9.5 1. Claims Claims check numbers 376307 and 376309 through 376741 in the amount of $3,224,189.09 and a wire transfer in the amount of $4,389.84 and dated July 21, 2008. Page 6 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes July 21, 2008 2. Payroll Payroll check numbers 523829 to 523974 in the amount of $836,641.78 and electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $1,162,158.22 for a grand total of $1,998,800.00 for the pay period covering July 3, 2008 to July 16, 2008. C. Contract Administration 1. Public Works Agreement Number AG-C-220 A3.16.9 City Council grant permission to enter into Amendment No. 2 to Consultant Agreement No. AG-C-220 with AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc. for on-call environmental services. D. Call for Public Hearing 1. Local Law Enforcement Block Grant F5.4.1 City Council to call for a public hearing to be held on August 4, 2008 to receive public comment on a United States Department of Justice Local Law Enforcement Block Grant. Deputy Mayor Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to approve the Consent Agenda. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business. VII. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business. VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Ordinances Ordinance No. 6192 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending Section 2.03.030 of the Auburn City Code relating to the authority of the Mayor Page 7 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes July 21, 2008 Councilmember Backus moved and Deputy Mayor Singer seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6192. MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no. B. Resolutions 1. Resolution No. 4377 03.9 V1-08 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, receiving a petition for vacation and setting a public hearing to consider the vacation of right-of-way of a portion of SE 304th Street and a portion of 132nd Avenue SE within the City of Auburn, Washington Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4377. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 2. Resolution No. 4380 03.9 V03-08 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, initiating street vacation proceedings and setting a public hearing to consider the vacation of a portion of the alley south of 1St Street NE between North Division Street and Auburn Avenue NE Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4380. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 3. Resolution No. 4383 03.4.2.1.2 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, renewing the moratorium established by Resolution No. 4300, as amended by Resolution No.4321, on the filing of certain land use, building and grading permit applications in the drainage area contributing surface flows to Mill Creek Tributaries 0045, 0047, 0048 and 0053 as identified by King County and as defined herein, to be effective for a period ending December 31, 2008 Page 8 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes July 21, 2008 See Item II.A.1 of these minutes for adoption of Resolution No. 4383. 4. Resolution No. 4384 A3.12.2, A1.3 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Flood Control Easement for the King County Flood Control Zone District Councilmember Backus moved and Deputy Mayor Singer seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4384 with the deletion of the words "as a result of activity that is not permitted by the easement" from page 2 of Exhibit A (easement). MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. At 8:16 p.m., Mayor Lewis recessed the meeting for a five minute intermission and then to executive session for approximately fifteen minutes in order to discuss pending/potential litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). Mayor Lewis extended the executive session twice for a total of twenty additional minutes. Mayor Lewis reconvened the regular meeting at 8:58 p.m. IX. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:58 p.m. APPROVED THE DAY OF AUGUST 2008. Peter B. Lewis, Mayor Da ' Ile Daskam, City Clerk City Council agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office, on the City website, and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review at the City Clerk's Office and at the Library. Internet: http://www.auburnwa.gov Page 9