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CALL TO ORDER
II. LAND ACKNOWLEGEM ENT
City Council Meeting
July 18, 2022 - 7:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers
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We would like to acknowledge the Federally Recognized Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, the
ancestral keepers of the land we are gathered on today. We thank them for their
immense contributions to our state and local history, culture, economy, and identity as
Washingtonians.
III. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
The City Council Meeting was held in person and virtually.
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Nancy Backus called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of Auburn City Hall, 25 West Main Street and led those
in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
IV. Roll Call
Councilmembers present: Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj, Kate Baldwin, Robyn
Mulenga, Chris Steams and Yolanda Trout -Manuel. Councilmembers Bob
Baggett and Lary Brown were excused.
Department directors and staff members present included: City Attorney
Kendra Comeau, Chief of Police Mark Caillier, Director of Parks, Arts and
Recreation Daryl Faber, Director of Public Works Ingrid Gaub, Director of
Finance Jamie Thomas, Director of Innovation and Technology David
Travis, Business Systems Analyst Jonathan Barbano, and City Clerk
Shawn Campbell.
V. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND PRESENTATIONS
There were no announcements, reports or presentations.
VI. APPOINTMENTS
A. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
City Council to approve the appointment of Elizabeth Butchko to the Lodging Tax
Advisory Committee (LTAC) for a three year term to expire December 31, 2024
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Councilmember Trout -Manuel moved and Councilmember Baldwin
seconded to appoint Elizabeth Butchko to the Lodging Tax Advisory
Committee (LTAC) for a three year term to expire on December 31, 2024.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
VI I. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
There were no modifications to the agenda.
VI I I. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings - (No public hearing is scheduled for this evening.)
B. Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak to the City
Council on any issue.
The public can participate in -person or submit written
comments in advance.
James Johnson - Written Comment
Mr. Johnson expressed his concerns regarding homelessness and
drug use in the City.
Mike Morisow - 2500 S 370th Street, Federal Way
Mr. Morisow Executive Director of Christ Free Clinic, expressed
concerns regarding homelessness around the doors to the Clinic.
David Gerkson -10399 SE 318th Street, Auburn
Mr. Gerkson expressed concerns regarding traffic safety in his
neighborhood.
Kevin Piper -1402 22nd Street NE, Auburn
Mr. Piper stated he lived in the ReoVerde Senior Park. He expressed
concerns regarding the homeless in the area.
Sue Webb -10399 318th Street SE, Auburn
Ms. Webb expressed concerns regarding traffic safety in her
neighborhood.
Cheryl Rakes -1402 22nd Street NE, Auburn
Ms. Rakes Executive Director of the Downtown Association, she
expressed concerns regarding homeless and drug use in the
downtown area.
Christina Dreesm -16 A Street SE, Auburn
Ms. Dreesm President of the Downtown Cooperative, expressed
concerns regarding crime and drug use in the downtown area.
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Geovani Dequatro -112 E Main Street, Auburn
Mr. Dequatro owner of the Rainbow Cafe, expressed concerns
regarding homelessness and drug use in the downtown area.
Kim Hawkee - 224 E Main Street, Auburn
Ms. Hawkee of the Allstate Insurance Office, expressed concerns
regarding homelessness, drug use, and crime in the downtown area.
Ronnie Roberts -116 A Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Roberts owner of Gesanko's chocolates, expressed concerns
regarding homelessness, crime, and drug use in the downtown area.
John Rottle - 226 E Main St, Auburn
Mr. Rottle owner of the Rottles Building, expressed concerns
regarding the changes in the downtown area in the last several years.
Christy Newman - 513 A Street NE, Auburn
Ms. Newman owner of Rail Hop'n Brewing, expressed concerns
regarding crime in the downtown area.
Katie Seldon -131 E Main Street, Auburn
Ms. Seldon owner of a business in Auburn, expressed concerns
regarding crime in the downtown area.
Tim Seldon - 711 R Street NE, Auburn
Mr. Seldon expressed concerns regarding homelessness and crime
in the City.
Bob Zimmerman - 33029 46th Place S, Auburn
Mr. Zimmerman expressed concerns regarding code enforcement of
a retaining wall.
Jayleen King -10387 318th Street, Auburn
Ms. King expressed concerns regarding homelessness and crime in
Auburn, and traffic in her neighborhood.
Mayor Backus explained the new laws in the State of Washington
prohibit the police from being able to curb the crime and drug use in
the City. She explained the City is working on armed guards in the
downtown area.
C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council to review.
IX. COUNCILAD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Ad Hoc Committee Chairs may report on the status of their ad hoc Council
Committees' progress on assigned tasks and may give their recommendation to the
City Council, if any.
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1. Finance Ad Hoc Committee (Chair Baggett)
Councilmember Baldwin, Vice Chair of the Finance ad hoc
committee, reported she and Councilmember Baggett have reviewed
the claims and payroll vouchers described on the agenda this evening
and recommended their approval.
X. 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 of the June 13, 2022 and June 27, 2022 Study
Session Meeting
B. Minutes of the June 13, 2022 and June 15, 2022 Special City
Council Meeting
C. Minutes of the June 21, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting
D. Claims Vouchers (Thomas)
Claims voucher list dated July 5, 2022 which includes voucher numbers 468383
through 468507, in the amount of $3,891,376.13 and three wire transfers in the amount
of $707,193.08
Claims voucher list date July 18, 2022 which includes voucher numbers 468508
through 468830, in the amount of $4,483,697.29 and two wire transfers in the amount
of $675,888.27
E. Payroll Voucher (Thomas)
Payroll check numbers 539383 through 539386 in the amount of $551,764.30,
electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $2,312,499.50 for a grand total of
$2,864,263.80 for the period covering June 16, 2022 to June 29, 2022
Payroll check numbers 539387 through 539392 in the amount of $72,603.36,
electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $2,475,804.00 also a special payroll
for Vaccine Incentive payroll with electronic deposit transmission in the amount of
$1,749.28 for a grand total of $2,550,156.64 for the period covering June 30, 2022 to
July 13, 2022
F. Public Works Project CP1612 (Faber)
City Council to approve an increase of $71,046.59 in the total maximum authorized
contract amount for Public Works Contract No. 21-17; Construction of Project No.
CP1612 — Auburn Arts and Culture Center
Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj moved and Councilmember Mulenga seconded to
approve the consent agenda.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
XI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
XII. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
XIII.ORDINANCES
A. Ordinance No. 6877 (Gaub)
An Ordinance adding a new section to Chapter 13.48 of the Auburn City Code (ACC),
adopting and enforcing best management pollution practices for the City's Storm
Drainage System
Councilmember Steams moved and Councilmember Trout -Manuel
seconded to adopt Ordinance No. 6877.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
B. Ordinance No. 6878 (Thomas)
An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 6794, the 2021-2022 Biennial Operating
Budget Ordinance, and Ordinance No. 6796, the 2021-2022 Biennial Capital Budget
Ordinance, as amended by Ordinance No. 6815, Ordinance No. 6827, Ordinance No.
6836, Ordinance No. 6837, and Ordinance No. 6850, authorizing amendment to the
City of Auburn 2021-2022 Budget as set forth in schedule "A" and schedule "B"
Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj moved and Councilmember Mulenga seconded to
adopt Ordinance No. 6878.
Councilmember Baldwin moved to amend Ordinance No. 6878 by striking
the two upper budget request items for $111,000 for Duty Hand Gun
Improvements and $70,600 for the Axon Drone Program to be postponed
for further discussion at the next Study Session.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 4-1
XIV. RESOLUTIONS
A. Resolution No. 5674 (Gaub)
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to grant an easement to Puget Sound Energy for
the purpose of installing underground power facilities for the Academy Pump Station 1
Replacement Project (CP1916)
Councilmember Steams moved and Councilmember Trout -Manuel
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seconded to adopt Resolution No. 5674.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
XV. MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
At this time the Mayor and City Council may report on significant items associated with
their appointed positions on federal, state, regional and local organizations.
A. From the Council
Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj reported he attended the 4th of July Celebration and
the Auburn Municipal Airport Day.
Councilmember Baldwin reported she attended the 4th of July Celebration
and the Auburn Municipal Airport Day.
Councilmember Steams reported he attended the Missing and Murdered
Indigenes People taskforce meeting.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Backus reported she attended the 4th of July Celebration, the
Auburn Municipal Airport Day, the Key to the City of Enumclaw
presentation to Areo Speed Wagon, and the Wesley Homes Anniversary
celebration.
XVI. ADJOURNM ENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 8:23 p.m.
APPROVED this 15th day of August, 2022.
Y B^kUS, MAYOR Shawn Campbell; City C
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