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I I .P UB L I C PA RT I C I PAT I O N
A .P ublic P articipation
The A uburn City Council Study Session Meeting scheduled for Monday, October 24,
2022 at 5:30 p.m. will be held in person and virtually.
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B .Roll Call
I I I .A G E ND A MO D I F I C AT I O N
I V.A G E ND A I T E MS F O R C O UNC I L D I S C US S I O N
A .P ay E quity Audit (Martinson) (15 Minutes)
E qual P ay and Opportunities A ct (E P O A ) F all 2022 P resentation
B .Resolution No. 5688 (Tate) (15 Minutes)
A Resolution adopting the 2023 Community Development B lock Grant A ction Plan for
the consolidated plan years 2020-2024
V.F I NA NC E, T E C HNO L O G Y A ND E C O NO MI C D E V E L O P ME NT D I S C US S I O N I T E MS
A .Ordinance No. 6883 - Utility Rate Amendment P resentation (Thomas) (30 Minutes)
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Review the work performed by F C S Group and summarize their findings
B .Ordinance No. 6879 (T homas) (20 Minutes)
A n Ordinance adopting the 2023-2024 B iennial Operating Budget for the City of
A uburn, Washington
C.Ordinance No. 6880 (T homas) (5 Minutes)
A n Ordinance establishing the levy for regular property taxes by the City of Auburn for
collection in 2023 for general City operational purposes in the amount of $24,110,666
D.Ordinance No. 6882 (T homas) (5 Minutes)
A n Ordinance increasing the rate of tax on water, storm drainage, sewer, and
garbage/solid waste utilities in the City, amending S ections 3.40.010 and 3.41.010 of
the A uburn City Code
E .Ordinance No. 6888 (T homas) (5 Minutes)
A n Ordinance adopting the 2023-2024 B iennial Capital B udget
V I .A D J O UR NME NT
Agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office, on the City website
(http://www.auburnwa.gov), and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review
at the City Clerk's Office.
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Pay Equity Audit (Martinson) (15 Minutes)
Date:
October 11, 2022
Department:
Human Resources
Attachments:
EPOA Pres entation to Council Fall 2022
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
For discussion only.
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
L&I offers free customized consultations to help employers understand the impact EPOA
might have on their organization and employment practices, and provides a proactive
evaluation of possible specific risks. The City’s Human Resources & Risk Management
department completed our EPOA consultation in July, 2021, and, upon request, will present
the findings to Council at the October 24, 2022 Study Session.
In 1943, Washington first enacted the Equal Pay Act in an attempt to prohibit wage inequity among
women. RCW 49.12.175, passed two decades before its federal counterpart, required that
employers pay women the same wages as “similarly employed” men absent “a factor or factors
other than sex.”
As a means to update this act and reconfirm its commitment to pay equality, the Equal Pay and
Opportunities Act (EPOA) was signed into law on March 21, 2018 and codified as RCW 49.58.
The statute imposed some additional provisions for employers to follow and provided a clearer
framework than in 1943.
On May 9, 2019, House Bill 1696 updated Washington’s existing EPOA. The EPOA now requires
more transparency on pay ranges for particular positions and will prohibit employers from asking
for an applicant’s wage history.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Staff:Martinson
Meeting Date:October 24, 2022 Item Number:
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170+
Job Titles
470
Full-time
employees 38%
Staff with 10+
years' service
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Representative Groups
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Candis Martinson,
Director of HR & Risk
Management
Aaron Barber,
Assistant Director of
HR & Risk
Management
Terry Medoza, Civil
Service Examiner/HR
Analyst
Joe Nienalt, HR
Analyst
Melissa Medisch, HR
Manager
Chardae Gillespie, HR
Coordinator
Maggie Crutcher, HR
Coordinator
Brianna Winters, LTE
HR Coordinator
Haley Chuculate, HR
Assistant
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
Equal Pay and Opportunities Act
(EPOA)
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
City of Auburn EPOA Consultation
•Review of:
•City personnel policies & practices
•Pay scales
•Job posting example
•Online employment application
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
City of Auburn EPOA Consultation
Personnel policies,
compensation practices,
and hiring practices
In compliance!
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
City of Auburn EPOA Consultation
•To determine a violation of the law, L&I considers:
•Comparable employees similarly employed
•Compensation differences based on gender
•Did employer cause systemic gender pay discrimination
through formal or informal employment policy/practice
•No permissible job-related factors to justify
compensation difference
•Employers bear burden to justify why pay differences
exist
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
Equal Career Advancement
Opportunities
•Acceptable factors for differences in career
advancement opportunities:
•Differences in education, training or experience
•Seniority
•Merit/work performance/quality or quantity of
production
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
Open Wage Discussions
•Employers cannot prohibit employees from
disclosing or discussing their wages as a condition
of employment
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
Open Wage Discussions
•Can require employees who have access to other
employees' wage information as part of their job
duties to keep that information confidential
•Example –Human Resources, Payroll, etc.
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
Retaliation Protections
•Employers cannot retaliate, discharge, or
discriminate against employees for exercising their
protected rights under the law.
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
Wage and Salary History Privacy of
Applicants
•Hiring policies and practices, such as asking an
applicant for their salary history, or requiring a
minimum previous salary to be considered for a
new position, can contribute to ongoing earning
inequalities and are prohibited by law
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
Wage or Salary Range Disclosure
•Employers must provide a job applicant who is
offered a position with the minimum pay rate or
salary range information of the position they are
applying for, if requested by the applicant
•Also applies to internal transfer or promotion, upon
request by the employee
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COMMUNICATION | CUSTOMER SERVICE | PROFESSIONALISM | RESPONSIBILITY
Questions?
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Resolution No. 5688 (Tate) (15 Minutes)
Date:
October 18, 2022
Department:
Community Development
Attachments:
1. Resolution 5688
2. 2023 Annual Action Plan Powerpoint
3. CDBG 2023 Annual Action Plan
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
For discussion only.
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
Every year, the City of Auburn is required to submit an Annual Action Plan to the Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to guide the investment of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the following program year. Auburn’s current
Action Plan ends in 2022 with the next plan year scheduled to start on January 1, 2023.
The 2023 Annual Action Plan is guided by the priorities and goals established in the 2020 –
2024 Consolidated Plan adopted by City Council in November 2019. The Action Plan outlines
the specific programs and activities to be undertaken for the program year and the amount of
funds that will be awarded to those projects. The program year for the City of Auburn begins
January 1 and ends December 31.
A Public Hearing to consider this Plan and hear public comment was held before the City
Council on October 17, 2022, in accordance with Auburn’s Citizen Participation Plan for
Community Development Block Grant funds.
Resolution No. 5688, if adopted by City Council, adopts the 2023 Annual Action Plan, and
authorizes the Mayor to implement such administrative procedures as may be necessary to
carry out directions of the legislation.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Mulenga Staff:Tate
Meeting Date:October 24, 2022 Item Number:
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Resolution No. 5688
November 7, 2022
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RESOLUTION NO. XXXX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE 2023
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ACTION
PLAN FOR THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN YEARS 2020-2024
WHEREAS, the City of Auburn was designated as an entitlement community by
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for its Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program; and
WHEREAS, the primary objective of the Consolidated Plan and CDBG Program is
the development of viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable
living environment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low-
income and moderate-income; and
WHEREAS, to be eligible for funding, the City of Auburn must annually update the
action plan for its Consolidated Plan that serves as a federally required planning
document to guide the City of Auburn’s human service and community development
efforts; and
WHEREAS, the planning process to develop the Consolidated Plan involved
citizen participation and guidance from non-profit and governmental agencies serving low
income residents in the community; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Auburn heard and considered public
comment about its proposed 2023 Action Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, HEREBY
RESOLVES as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 5688
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Resolution No. 5688
November 7, 2022
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Section 1. Pursuant to the provisions of 24 CFR 91, the City hereby adopts the
2023 Action Plan for the Consolidated Plan for Years 2020-2024.
Section 2. That the Mayor is authorized to implement such administrative
procedures as may be necessary to carry out the directives of this legislation.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall take effect and be in full force upon
passage and signatures hereon.
Dated and Signed this _____ day of _________________, 2022.
CITY OF AUBURN
________________________________
NANCY BACKUS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
_________________________
Shawn Campbell, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________
Kendra Comeau, City Attorney
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$8%8519$/8(66(59,&((19,5210(17(&2120<&+$5$&7(56867$,1$%,/,7<:(//1(66&(/(%5$7,21CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSIONCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 2023ANNUAL ACTION PLANPRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OCTOBER 24, 2022Department of Community Development•Planning zBuilding zDevelopment Engineering ŏEconomic Development zPermit CenterSustainabilityzCommunity Services ŏCode EnforcementPage 25 of 112
General Fund Human Services dollars$680,000Competitive funding for direct service nonprofit agenciesGuided by Human Services Funding Priorities set by CouncilApproved by City Council every other year during budget processCDBG dollars$598,383*Funds support city’s Housing Repair program, public facility ADA improvements, public services (limited), and some economic development activitiesGuided by 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and Annual Action PlansApproved by City Council every yearGENERAL FUND VS CDBGPage 26 of 112
BACKGROUNDPage 27 of 112
The CDBG Entitlement Program provides annual grants on a formula basis to entitled cities to develop viable urban communities.Projects must:•Align with HUD’s National Objectives•Be eligible under HUD’s guidelines•Benefit low- and moderate-income personsCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANTSERVICE zENVIRONMENT zECONOMY zCHARACTER zSUSTAINABILITY zWELLNESS zCELEBRATIONPage 28 of 112
CDBG ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS•Five Year Consolidated Plan•Eligibility Reviews•Public Participation•AAnnual Action Plans •Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER)•Annual Subrecipient Monitoring•Financial Management•Project Management•Environmental Reviews•Procurement Procedure•Lead MitigationPage 29 of 112
EXAMPLES OF ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR CBDG FUNDS•Acquisition of Real Property•Public Facility ADA improvements•Site Preparation•Public Services ((Max: 15% of annual allocation)•Home Rehabilitation•Economic Development Activities•Job Creation for Low-Income Individuals•Microenterprise Assistance •Homeownership Assistance•Planning and Capacity Building•Program Admin Costs ((Max: 20% of annual allocation)Page 30 of 112
CDBG PROJECT EXAMPLES PAST AND PRESENT•Housing Repair Program (Residential Rehabilitation)•Eviction Prevention/Rent Assistance (Public Service)•Employment Training (Public Service)•Healthcare to under and uninsured Auburn residents (Public Service)•Residential Area ADA Sidewalk Projects•Fair Housing Testing and Services (Planning and Administration, Public Service)Page 31 of 112
AAffordable Housing– Ensure access to healthy, affordable housing for low- and moderate-income households throughout the region and advance fair housing to end discrimination and overcome historic patterns of segregation.Ending Homelessness– Make homelessness rare, brief, and one-time and eliminate racial disparities.Community and Economic Development– Establish and maintain healthy, integrated, and vibrant communities by improving the well-being and mobility of low- and moderate-income residents, and focusing on communities with historic disparities in health, income, and quality of life.CONSOLIDATED PLAN GOALSPage 32 of 112
2023 ANNUAL ACTION PLANPage 33 of 112
March – April 2022: Application process for General Fund and CDBG Public Service funding for 2023-2024August 22, 2022: First Public Hearing at Human Services Committee to hear input on proposed activities for 2023 AAP. September 30, 2022: Recommendations for CDBG-funded Public Service activities approved by Human Services Committee.Sept 16 – Oct 17: 30 day public comment period for 2023 AAP. Draft available on City website, Speak Up Auburn, and by request. October 17: Second Public Hearing for 2023 AAP at City Council.TIMELINE: DRAFTING THE 2023 AAPPage 34 of 112
•Expected CDBG Funding Allocation: $638,577**Annual Allocation estimated at $615,000 + $23,577 carry forward•Public Services (Subject to 15% Cap of regular allocation): $92,112•Based on priorities in the Council-adopted 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan•Solid Ground Housing Stability Project: Time limited rental assistance to Auburn residents paired with supportive services based on the progressive engagement model to support homelessness prevention and increased housing stability. •Housing Repair: $202,888•At least 65 low- to moderate-income Auburn homeowners served•Typical program stats: over 70% Seniors or Disabled•Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements: $148,577•Provide sidewalk ADA improvements in low- to moderate-income residential areas of Auburn, improving accessibility, safety, and community connectedness.•Microenterprise Assistance: $75,000•Administration (Subject to 20% Cap of regular allocation): $120,0002023 ANNUAL ACTION PLANAT A GLANCEPage 35 of 112
Resolution 5688 Adopting the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan for the Consolidated Plan Years 2020-2024 scheduled for November 7, 2022 Council meeting.NEXT STEPSPage 36 of 112
THANK YOUPage 37 of 112
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Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
Each year the City of Auburn executes specific actions to implement the goals and strategies of
the Consolidated Plan for Years 2020-2024. Actions that will be undertaken in 2022 are outlined
in this Annual Action Plan.
The City of Auburn anticipates the receipt of $615,000 in Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funds in 2023. The City is also reprogramming $23,577 of 2021 funds from projects that
were underspent in their original program year, primarily from Planning and Administration.
These funds, previously highlighted within minor amendments in their original plan year, were
set aside to support more substantial projects to be included in a future year. These funds are
reflected in the project and activity funding within this Action Plan. In addition to CDBG funds,
the City is planned to allocate approximately 1.3% of the City's General Funds to Human
Services. The City’s Human Services program, housed in the Community Services Division,
oversees and is responsible for providing and managing financial resources to more than 30
non-profit agencies that serve the Auburn community. The Community Services division is also
responsible for administering the local housing repair program and developing collaborations
among community partners to strengthen the response to residents in need.
The 2023 Action Plan proposes to allocate $92,112 of CDBG funds to public services. Consistent
with the goals established in the City’s Consolidated Plan, these funds will be used to support
Homelessness Prevention and Intervention.
Approximately $120,000 of the CDBG funds will be allocated to program administration, which
includes planning and administration of the CDBG program overall, citizen participation,
reporting, and administration of the City’s CDBG-funded Housing Repair Program. $125,000 of
the 2023 funding is designated to support sidewalk ADA improvements in low- to moderate-
income residential areas. The City will also be making $75,000 available through a competitive
RFP process for Microenterprise Assistance. The remaining $202,888 will be allocated
to residential rehabilitation, providing free minor home repair services to low- and very low-
income Auburn residents.
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The City of Auburn is committed to continuing to focus on achieving equitable outcomes for its
community members and achieving a greater collaboration among service providers. Overall
the implementation of the Consolidated Plan is progressing as planned and the primary
activities included are underway.
2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
This Action Plan allocates a total of $615,000 dollars in anticipated 2023 Community
Development Block Grant funds, to support the Community Development Block Grant program.
With the overall goal of reducing the number of people living in poverty within the City of
Auburn, the following objectives and outcomes will be employed:
1. Affordable Housing: The City of Auburn will engage in housing activities, collaborations,
and partnerships to enhance opportunities for the creation and preservation of
affordable housing. The City will plan for and support fair housing strategies and
initiatives designed to affirmatively further fair housing choice, and to increase access to
housing and housing programs.
2. Ending Homelessness: The City of Auburn will support Public Service activities that work
toward the following outcomes: 1) reduce the number of households becoming
homeless; 2) reduce the length of time that households are homeless; 3) increase the
rate of exits to permanent housing; and 4) reduce the number of households that re-
enter the homeless system after exit to permanent housing.
3. Community and Economic Development: In an effort to meet the need of Auburn's
economic and demographic growth the City intends to fund programs and activities that
will enhance the economy, accessibility, safety, and physical appearance
of neighborhoods. Activities that would be eligible for funding include fair housing
public services, public infrastructure and ADA improvements for public facilities,
microenterprise assistance, and economic development activities. These
investments help to ensure equitable opportunities for good health, happiness, safety,
self-reliance and connection to community.
4. Planning and Administration: Administer the Community Development Block Grant
program to meet the community needs and HUD requirements
To accomplish these outcomes and objectives, the City invests in programs that meet the
community basic needs, increase self-sufficiency, provide economic opportunity and develop a
safe community.
3. Evaluation of past performance
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During the past year Auburn has accomplished significant achievement on its programs and
impacted the lives of thousands of residents. In 2021 alone, projects funded by the City
completed the following:
• 52 very low- and low-income Auburn homeowners received housing repair services.
Roughly 70% of these homeowners were seniors.
• 268 low- to moderate-income Auburn residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
received emergency subsistence supports.
• 188 Seniors living in King County Housing Authority properties received food assistance
to support needs due to the pandemic.
• 70 Youth experiencing homelessness benefitted from increased access to behavioral
health supports.
• 12 individuals economically impacted by covid received job training and placement
services.
• 86 low income individuals impacted by the pandemic received childcare services.
• A sidewalk project was completed to support greater ADA accessibility for Auburn
residents, with an estimated direct impact for 1,335 residents.
The City of Auburn has prioritized COVID response with CDBG funds over the course of the
pandemic. In addition to fully allocating the CDBG-CV funds made available, the City reallocated
$205,000 of 2020 CDBG-EN funds to public services directed towards those impacted by the
COVID-19 pandemic. The City also applied for and received over $170,000 of CDBG-CV2 funds
from the State Department of Commerce to support eviction prevention efforts in the
community in 2021 and 2022.
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
The city engaged in a public participation process for the 2023 Annual Action Plan, as outlined
below:
• Drafts of the Action Plan have been made available for public via mail and on the City’s
website and notices of its public view were publicized in the local newspaper as of
September 16, 2022. Interested community members were invited to provide comment
via mail, email, or on the City’s public engagement web platform, Speak Up Auburn!,
www.speakupauburn.org/cdbg until October 17, 2022.
• A public hearing was provided on August 22, 2022, during the City’s Human Services
Committee meeting to hear public comment and input on priorities to be included in
the 2023 Annual Action Plan.
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• An additional public hearing was held on October 17, 2022, during the Auburn City
Council meeting, to hear public comment and input on the published draft of the 2023
Annual Action Plan.
The City of Auburn in conjunction with the King County CDBG Consortium consulted with
multiple public and private agencies during the development of the consolidated plan.
Consultations occurred during regional meetings as well as in individual conversations. Agencies
that participated in consultations regarding public services, fair housing, and other topics
relevant to the drafting of the 2023 Annual Action Plan included: the South King Housing and
Homelessness Partners, local legal assistance providers, other government human service
providers and nonprofit agencies delivering services in Auburn and the sub-region.
In addition to conducting consultations during the development of the plan, the City of Auburn
collaborates and works closely with numerous coalitions, committees and government entities.
5. Summary of public comments
No public comments were received.
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
No public comments were received.
7. Summary
No public comments were received.
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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b)
1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan
The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of
each grant program and funding source.
Agency Role Name Department/Agency
Lead Agency AUBURN Community Development Department
CDBG Administrator AUBURN Community Development Department
ESG Administrator KING COUNTY DCHS
Table 1 – Responsible Agencies
Narrative
The City of Auburn, as a member of the King County Consortium, administers its own CDBG funds and prepares its own Consolidated
Plan and Annual Action Plans for the administration of those funds.
As a member of the King County Consortium, the City works closely with numerous nonprofit organizations in the region that
implement programs funded by the City of Auburn CDBG program. A detailed list of agencies responsible for administering funded
programs by CDBG can be found in the Action Plan section of this document.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Joy Scott
Community Services Manager
City of Auburn
25 West Main Street
Auburn, WA 98001
253.876.1965
jfscott@auburnwa.gov
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AP-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)
1. Introduction
This section describes the community consultation process followed by the City of Auburn in
developing the 2023 Annual Action Plan and the coordination with other local governments,
the Continuum of Care, service agencies, and community stakeholders. The City of Auburn
consulted with multiple public and private agencies as well as community members during the
development of the Consolidated Plan.
In addition to conducting consultations during the development of the plan, the City of Auburn
collaborates and works closely with numerous coalitions, committees, and government entities
throughout the duration of the plan in efforts to enhance strategies and systems to meet
established goals and objectives of the plan.
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction’s activities to enhance coordination between
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health
and service agencies (91.215(l)).
The City of Auburn works closely with partnering King County jurisdictions, public housing
authorities and health providers to develop systems in order to improve the quality of service
and access for low-income residents as well as the community as a whole within the city and
throughout the region.
The City of Auburn, in partnership with the Seattle-King County Coalition on Homelessness,
convenes a monthly group of service providers, faith communities, community advocates, and
others, to coordinate efforts on serving individuals experiencing homelessness in South King
County. The meeting provides a venue for resource sharing, collaboration, training, and best
practice implementation. City staff also participate in regional collaborative and decision
making bodies such as the King County Joint Recommendations Committee (JRC) and the South
King County Human Services Planners group. The city is a member of the King County Human
Services Funder Collaborative, which provides a more streamlined process for human service
agencies to access funding from multiple cities.
Additionally, the City participates in monthly Homelessness Action Committee meetings with
staff from King County Department of Community and Human Services, Public Health King
County, the Housing Development Consortium, Valley Cities, the Multi-Service Center, and the
King County Housing Authority to review program progress and delivery of homeless services
funded through regional efforts. In addition to these groups, the City’s regional collaboration
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work on affordable housing is supported by the South King Housing and Homelessness
Partners, which Auburn and other South King County Cities contribute to in order to build
additional capacity to address issues related to housing and homelessness in the South King
County region.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness.
In 2016, King County and All Home, our region’s Continuum of Care (CoC) lead agency at the time,
launched the Coordinated Entry for All (CEA) system for homeless populations and our region has been
refining the system since then. National research identifies coordinated entry as a key component for an
effective homeless system because it improves the quality of client screening and assessment, matches
clients to appropriately targeted services and resources, and promotes a more efficient use of resources.
CEA processes and prioritizes assistance based on vulnerability and severity of service needs to ensure
that people who need assistance the most can receive it in a timely manner.
Chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, unaccompanied youth,
and young adults are a part of the coordinated system. In addition, CEA utilizes regional access points
which serve as the primary “front door” for the homeless housing system.
In 2021, the newly-created King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) became our CoC lead
agency, and has worked to consolidate structures and contracts across King County and Seattle to create
greater efficiency and maximize impact.
In 2022, this work continued and Auburn remained a partner in the work of the KCRHA. Auburn’s mayor
currently sits on the Governance Board of the Regional Homelessness Authority, and staff participate in
bi-weekly meetings with KCRHA to collaborate and inform the work they are overseeing, particularly in
regards to subregional planning.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction’s area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate
outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and
procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS
The ESG program focuses on assisting people to quickly regain stability in permanent housing after
experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis. Auburn does not receive ESG funds directly.
Coordinating with King County’s Continuum of Care (CoC) is critical to our region’s implementation. The
City will continue to look for deeper ways of participating in and collaborating with the Regional
Homelessness Authority and its Advisory Committee, which serves as our Continuum of Care.
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The City of Auburn supports the continuum of housing including prevention, emergency shelter, and
permanent housing. The City provides financial support for these efforts with City general funds and
also commits staff and leadership time to the ongoing development and implementation of the system
to address the needs of persons experiencing homelessness.
The City participates in and supports numerous coalitions and committees, such as the South King
County Forum on Homelessness and the Homelessness Action Committee, focusing on developing
resources in South King County. The City also participates in the annual Point in Time Count, which
provides invaluable data for planning. The Point In Time Count was conducted utilizing a new
methodology in 2022, which included over 500 in depth interviews with individuals experiencing
homelessness. KCRHA utilized geographic hubs to reach individuals during this Count. One of the hub
locations was located in Auburn. The City provides both CDBG and local funds to agencies that serve
chronically homeless individuals and families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth.
2. Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and
consultations
1 Agency/Group/Organization KING COUNTY
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government - County
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
As a member of the King County Housing Consortium
for the purpose of HOME funds, Auburn works closely
with King County in the development of the City's and
the County's Consolidated Plan. Because the two
entities have a cardinal role in each other's program
delivery there is active participation from both parties
in the development of the plan. Staff from King
County and Auburn met regularly prior to and during
the development of the plan, and Auburn rotates as a
regular voting member of the County’s Joint
Recommendations Committee.
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2 Agency/Group/Organization KENT
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government - Local
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
As members of the Urban County Consortium,
Auburn and Kent staff worked closely together during
the development of the Consolidated Plan. Staff from
both cities attend monthly meetings to discuss
human services and housing trends, needs, and
progress on ongoing initiatives.
3 Agency/Group/Organization FEDERAL WAY
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government - Local
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
As members of the Urban County Consortium,
Auburn and Federal Way staff worked closely
together during the development of the Consolidated
Plan. Staff from both cities attend monthly meetings
to discuss human services and housing trends, needs,
and progress on ongoing initiatives.
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4 Agency/Group/Organization King County Regional Homelessness Authority
Agency/Group/Organization Type Planning organization
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Auburn participates in monthly meetings convened
by the King County Regional Homelessness Authority
(KCRHA) on homeless response needs and strategy in
SKC, and bimonthly meetings focused on affordable
housing data and developments. The information
collected by KCRHA helps to inform multiple pieces of
our Annual Action Plan, particularly those strategies
related to homelessness and affordable housing in
our community.
5 Agency/Group/Organization Seattle-King County Coalition on Homelessness
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless
Nonprofit agency
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
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How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Auburn is a member of the Seattle-King County
Coalition on Homelessness (SKCCH), and co-convenes
a monthly group of service providers working with
people experiencing homelessness in our
communities. The meetings provide a frequent check-
in point, and the opportunity to hear from providers
directly on the challenges and trends they're seeing in
Auburn. The Coalition on Homelessness'
organizational members include agencies and
community groups that provide emergency shelter
and services, transitional housing, and permanent,
supported housing to the roughly 27,000 men,
women, and children who are homeless in King
County during one year.
6 Agency/Group/Organization South King County Housing and Homelessness
Partners
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government - Local
Regional organization
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
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How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
South King Housing and Homelessness Partners
(SKHHP) is a coalition formed by an interlocal
agreement between the jurisdictions of Auburn,
Burien, Covington, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent,
Maple Valley, Normandy Park, Renton, Tukwila, and
King County. The agreement allows for South King
County jurisdictions to work together and share
resources in order to effectively address affordable
housing and homelessness. This collaborative model
is based on similar approaches used in Snohomish
County, East King County, and other areas of the
country. The purpose of the coalition is to increase
the available options for South King County residents
to access affordable housing and to preserve the
existing affordable housing stock.
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Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
A wide range of groups and organizations participated in the process including public funders from Washington State and King
County partner jurisdictions, public housing authorities, members from the Seattle-King County Housing Development Consortium,
stakeholders, housing providers for low-and-moderate income persons, agencies who serve persons who are homeless, and Seattle-
King County Public Health. In addition to the consultations referenced above, Auburn, King County and Consortium partner staff
coordinate closely with each other and fan out to participate and attend a wide range of standing meetings with city planners,
housing and service providers.
The only types of organizations not consulted with were corrections facilities. The rationale for not consulting with these facilities is
that the City does not host this type of organization.
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan
overlap with the goals of each plan?
Continuum of Care King County Regional Homeless Authority The goals of Auburn's Strategic Plan overlap
with the goals of the CoC to address the
needs of homeless residents in the
community and reduce the risk of
homelessness.
Table 3 - Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
Narrative
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AP-12 Participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c)
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting
Public participation plays a crucial role in the success of the City's Annual Action Plan. The goals are to hear the community's
feedback and recommendations on how CDBG funds should be invested and how services can coordinate to achieve the greatest
impact. In addition to the targeted outreach listed below, the City regularly engages service providers and stakeholders in
discussions regarding human services and local economic development needs. Organizations funded by the city are monitored
throughout the year and report quarterly on progress, trends, and challenges. City staff co-host a monthly meeting of service
providers working with individuals and families experiencing homelessness in the region to gather feedback and support increased
capacity building through broad collaboration of regional providers. In addition, City staff meet regularly with other cities in the area
and other funders to evaluate gaps in services and seek solutions to local and regional community development challenges.
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort Ord
er
Mode of Outre
ach
Target of Outre
ach
Summary of
response/attend
ance
Summary of
comments recei
ved
Summary of comm
ents not accepted
and reasons
URL (If applicable)
1. Public Hearing Non-
targeted/broad
community
2. Newspaper Ad Non-
targeted/broad
community
3. Web posting
on Speak Up
Auburn
Non-
targeted/broad
community
www.speakupauburn.or/cdbg
4. Web posting
on City’s
Community
Services page
Broad
community,
Service
providers in
Auburn
www.auburnwa.gov/community
services
Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach
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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The City of Auburn anticipates funding for the duration of the Consolidated Plan from
• CDBG
• City of Auburn General Fund allocation for Human Services
Anticipated Resources
Program Source
of
Funds
Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected
Amount
Available
Remainder
of ConPlan
$
Narrative Description
Annual
Allocation:
$
Program
Income: $ Prior Year
Resources:
$
Total:
$
CDBG Public-
federal
Admin and
Planning
Fair Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services
$615,000 0 $23,577 $615,000 $1,230,000 Auburn is anticipating
approximately
$615,000 per year in
CDBG funds for the
remainder of the
Consolidated Plan
period.
General Fund Public
- local
Public Services Estimated:
$1,200,000
0 0 Estimated:
$1,200,000
$2,400,000
Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how
matching requirements will be satisfied
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The City of Auburn relies on CDBG funds to support community and economic development projects and activities in efforts to
support low to moderate income populations to become self-sufficient and sustain affordable housing. However, CDBG funds are
not the only source of funds the City uses to support community projects and activities. The City's general funds are used to
support direct services benefitting Auburn's at risk populations in addition to CDBG funds.
CDBG funds do not require matching funds.
If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs
identified in the plan
N/A
Discussion
The City of Auburn will use CDBG funds to support all eligible projects and activities that align with CDBG guidelines and regulations.
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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e)
Goals Summary Information
Sort
Order
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year
Category Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed
Funding Goal Outcome Indicator
1 Affordable Housing 2020 2024 Affordable
Housing
Public Housing
Homeless
Non-Homeless
Special Needs
Affordable
Housing
CDBG:
$202,888
Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated:
65 Household Housing Unit
2 Ending
Homelessness
2020 2024 Homeless Ending
Homelessness
CDBG: $92,112 Public service activities other than
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 96 Persons Assisted
3 Community and
Economic
Development
2020 2024 Non-Homeless
Special Needs
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Community
and Economic
Development
CDBG:
$200,000
Public Facility or Infrastructure
Activities other than
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 500 Persons Assisted
Microenterprise Assistance: 30
Persons Assisted
4 Planning and
Administration
2020 2024 CDBG:
$120,000
Other: 0 Other
Table 6 – Goals Summary
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Goal Description
1 Goal Name Affordable Housing
Goal
Description
The City of Auburn will engage in housing activities, collaborations, and partnerships to enhance opportunities for the
creation and preservation of affordable housing. The City will plan for and support fair housing strategies and initiatives
designed to affirmatively further fair housing choice, and to increase access to housing and housing programs.
2 Goal Name Ending Homelessness
Goal
Description
The City of Auburn will support Public Service activities that work toward the following outcomes: 1) reduce the number of
households becoming homeless; 2) reduce the length of time that households are homeless; 3) increase the rate of exits to
permanent housing; and 4) reduce the number of households that re-enter the homeless system after exit to permanent
housing.
3 Goal Name Community and Economic Development
Goal
Description
In an effort to meet the need of Auburn's economic and demographic growth the City intends to fund programs and
activities that will enhance the economy, accessibility, safety, and physical appearance of neighborhoods. Activities that
would be eligible for funding include fair housing public services, public infrastructure and ADA improvements for public
facilities. These investments help to ensure equitable opportunities for good health, happiness, safety, self-reliance and
connection to community.
4 Goal Name Planning and Administration
Goal
Description
General administration and project management
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AP-35 Projects - 91.420, 91.220(d)
Introduction
Auburn's Annual Action Plan provides descriptions of proposals of how funds will be prioritized
to achieve goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. Projects funded by the City will address the
priority needs of providing assistance to prevent homelessness, ensure affordable housing and
a suitable living environment. Projects and programs are selected through a competitive
application process to ensure optimal quality services is provided to the community in use of
the funds.
# Project Name
1 HOUSING REPAIR
2 ADMINISTRATION
3 SOLID GROUND HOUSING STABILITY PROGRAM
5 MICROENTERPRISE ASSISTANCE
6 ADA SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
Table 7 – Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs
The allocations proposed are based on the assessment of Auburn's needs, the resources
available in the region, the availability of other funds also focusing on needs, and the purpose
of Consolidated Plan funds. In addition to supporting Consolidated Plan goals, the inclusion of
microenterprise assistance is responsive to increased need for support post-pandemic that we
have seen in our small business community.
Should CDBG revenues exceed the proposed amount, the additional resources shall be
allocated in accordance to the following guidelines:
• Fill gaps in human services primarily healthcare, homeless prevention and intervention
and affordable housing accessibility.
• Increase funding for community development projects and activities including housing,
community facilities and economic development.
If increases are not significant enough to enhance projects or activities funds may be placed in
contingency for programming later in the year or the following program year.
Should CDBG revenues come in lower than anticipated; the City will continue with its planned
policy and to the extent allowed reduce funding allocations in homeowner rehabilitation
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projects and administrative activities.
Should CDBG revenues come in less than originally proposed, the City will continue managing
the programs with decreased resources to the extent possible and reduce funding allocations
in administrative activities and not public services.
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AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1 Project Name Housing Repair
Target Area None
Goals Supported Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $202,888
Description Maintain the affordability of decent housing for low-income Auburn residents by providing repairs
necessary to maintain suitable housing for low income Auburn homeowners.
Target Date 12/31/2023
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
An estimated 65 low- and very low-income families will benefit from the housing repair program. As the
City's largest homeless prevention program, housing repair ensures the sustainability of a safe home for
some of Auburn's most vulnerable residents. Of the 65 low to moderate income residents who apply for
the program, over half of them are of the senior and disabled population.
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities Activities include minor home repairs.
2 Project Name Administration
Target Area None
Goals Supported All
Needs Addressed Planning and Administration
Funding CDBG: $120,000
Description General administration and project management
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Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
n/a
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities General planning and administration of the CDBG programs include: management of the housing repair
program, management of all CDBG related finances, all grant reporting, monitoring of subrecipients and
providing guidance of program implementation in Auburn.
3 Project Name Solid Ground Housing Stability Program
Target Area
Goals Supported End Homelessness
Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment
Funding CDBG: $92,112
Description Provide time limited emergency subsistence/rental assistance to Auburn residents paired with
supportive services based on the progressive engagement model to support homelessness prevention
and increased housing stability. This is a public service activity.
Target Date 12/31/2023
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
60 low to moderate income Auburn residents will benefit from the housing stability program.
Location Description n/a
5 Project Name Microenterprise Assistance
Target Area
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Goals Supported Community and Economic Development
Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment.
Funding CDBG: $75,000
Description Make funds available through an RFP process to nonprofit agencies to provide Microenterprise
Assistance services to low to moderate income Auburn residents.
Target Date 12/31/2023
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
An estimated 30 low income households will benefit from the proposed activity.
Location Description n/a
6 Project Name ADA Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements
Target Area none
Goals Supported Community and Economic Development
Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment
Funding CDBG: $148,577
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Description Provide sidewalk ADA improvements in low- to moderate-income residential areas of Auburn, improving
accessibility, safety, and community connectedness.
Target Date 12/31/2023
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
500 low to moderate income Auburn residents will benefit from the improvements.
Location Description The specific location of 2023 sidewalk ADA improvement projects has not been finalized, but the City
aims to support improvements in low income residential areas, especially in those areas where a project
can support greater residential connections to transit and services.
Planned Activities TBD
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
The City of Auburn intends on distributing funds throughout the jurisdiction.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Table 8 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
Due to the fact that all areas of Auburn have low to moderate income families dispersed
throughout the entire City, the City intends on investing throughout the entire jurisdiction to
ensure that all populations throughout the region have access to beneficial programs and
housing opportunities.
Discussion
Due to the fact that all areas of Auburn have low to moderate income families dispersed
throughout the entire City, the City intends on investing throughout the entire jurisdiction to
ensure that all populations throughout the region have access to beneficial programs and
housing opportunities.
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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing -91.420, 91.220(j)
Introduction
The City of Auburn will continue to work with service providers, the housing authority and residents in coordination to fully address
and develop systems and strategies to promote their efforts in providing sustainable, affordable housing.
Auburn's partnerships with organizations such as the King County Housing Authority, South King Housing and Homelessness
Partners, and the Housing Development Consortium of Seattle King County have allowed the City to explore new and innovative
strategies to continue to offer affordable housing to its current and prospective residents.
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such
as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and
policies affecting the return on residential investment
The City of Auburn will continue to look at policies that remove barriers to affordable housing. The City of Auburn's Comprehensive
Land Use Plan includes several policies and objectives that will guide the city toward achieving its affordable and fair housing goals.
These policies include maintaining flexibility in land use to achieve a balanced mix of affordable housing opportunities. The City will
continue to pursue mixed use developments that are consistent with the transportation oriented developments located in Auburn's
downtown. The City will look for opportunities with public and private agencies to implement policies and offer programs that help
alleviate physical and economic distress, conserve energy resources, improve the quality and quantity of community services, and
eliminate conditions that are detrimental to health, safety and public welfare.
In 2019, the Washington State Legislature adopted House Bill 1923, which awarded grants in the amount up to $100,000 to cities for
the purpose of increasing residential capacity. The City of Auburn partnered with five other South King County jurisdictions to
establish a sub-regional framework of existing conditions. The results of that effort were used to inform and aid in the development
of Auburn’s own Housing Action Plan.
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Auburn’s Housing Action Plan focuses on encouraging construction of additional affordable and market rate housing in a greater
variety of housing types and at prices that are accessible to a greater variety of incomes, including strategies aimed at the for-profit
single-family home market.
The Housing Action Plan aims to address the following four goals:
A) Encourage market rate development in Downtown Auburn: more development and denser development
B) Encourage the development of below-market workforce housing in Downtown Auburn
C) Encourage the development of middle housing types in R-5 and R-7 Zones in the Study Area
D) Prevent displacement and encourage the preservation of existing affordable housing
The final Housing Action Plan was adopted by Auburn City Council on July 6, 2021. The City will continue its work in implementing
strategies identified in the Housing Action Plan in 2023 and through the remainder of the Consolidated Plan period.
In 2020 the City of Auburn passed an ordinance adopting a new chapter of Rental Housing Code. Included in this ordinance were
multiple housing stability strategies, including increased notice of rental increases, a cap on late fees, and a Just Cause Eviction
Ordinance that requires landlords to have good cause in order to evict or terminate tenancy of a renter. Just Cause protections are
especially helpful in addressing fair housing issues, and this adoption was consistent with the City’s efforts related to the Analysis of
Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. This builds on previous protections passed by Auburn City Council, including Source of Income
Discrimination protections and enhanced rental inspections. Auburn staff have been involved in local and regional policy
conversations exploring opportunities to further support anti-displacement efforts and reduce barriers to affordable housing
development within our jurisdiction.
In 2022, the City of Auburn funded Fair Housing Public Services utilizing CDBG funds, consistent with the findings and goals of the
City’s adopted Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. The City also continues to support proactive landlord and tenant
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education through outreach and web-based resource supports.
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AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k)
Introduction
The City of Auburn will continue to work with service providers throughout the region in coordination to develop systems and strategies to promote their efforts in providing optimal, easily accessible services. The City will work to reduce the number of families in poverty, sustain relationships with employment training agencies, and work to preserve and increase the affordable housing stock in our community.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
By establishing a strong foundation of networks between local service providers, stakeholders
and government agencies through committees and coalitions, the City will work in partnership
to address obstacles and ameliorate barriers to meeting underserved needs. The collaborated
organizations will develop detailed strategic plans that will delegate tasks, build systems and
ongoing assessment of service delivery.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City will continue to maintain the affordability of decent housing for low income Auburn
residents by allocating over $200,000 of CDBG funds to the City's Housing Repair Program. The
program provides emergency repairs necessary to maintain safe housing for at least 65 Auburn
homeowners, many of whom are senior citizens and/or are experiencing barriers to safely
accessing their homes due to physical disabilities.
In addition to Auburn's Housing Repair program, the City will maintain affordable housing by
continuing to engage and partner with coalitions, committees and other government agencies
to integrate and enhance efforts on the issue.
The City has formally adopted a Housing Action Plan, as discussed in AP-75, that is helping to
guide current and future efforts in this area. That plan is available to the public on the City of
Auburn’s website.
Auburn has been participating in multiple robust regional efforts to coordinate affordable
housing activities in King County. One of these efforts, The South King Housing and
Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) is a coalition formed by an interlocal agreement between the
jurisdictions of Auburn, Burien, Covington, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent, Normandy Park,
Renton, Tukwila, and King County. The agreement allows for South King County jurisdictions to
work together and share resources in order to effectively address affordable housing and
homelessness. This collaborative model is based on similar approaches used in Snohomish
County, East King County, and other areas of the country. The purpose of the coalition is to
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increase the available options for South King County residents to access affordable housing and
to preserve the existing affordable housing stock.
Additionally, the City of Auburn has been an active participant in the recently formed
Affordable Housing Committee of the Growth Management Planning Council (GMPC), with a
City Councilmember sitting on the Committee as an alternate member. The Affordable Housing
Committee serves as a regional advisory body to recommend action and assess progress toward
implementing the Regional Affordable Housing Task Force (RAHTF) Five Year Action Plan. The
Committee functions as a point in coordinating and owning accountability for affordable
housing efforts across King County.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The City of Auburn includes language in its CDBG contracts that require agencies to comply with
HUD Lead-Based Paint Regulations (24 CFR Part 35) issued pursuant to the Lead-Based Paint
Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. Sections 4831, et seq.) requiring prohibition of the use of
lead-based paint whenever CDBG funds are used. In addition, the City notifies residents of
potential lead-based paint hazards when it awards a Housing Repair grant. A copy of the
pamphlet – "Protect Your Family from Lead In Your Home" is provided each Housing Repair
client when the City conducts the initial inspection of their home.
The city takes additional measures when the age of the home indicates a possible presence of
lead-based paint. Before housing repair work commences, the city contracts with a certified
provider to undertake lead paint testing. When lead-based hazards are positively identified, the
city works with the housing repair client and contractors certified in RRP Lead Abatement to
implement the necessary mitigation and safety strategies.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families
The City of Auburn's planned actions to reduce the number of poverty- level families within the
context of this Annual Action Plan include but are not limited to:
• Allocating over $200,000 to the Housing Repair program, which serves low- and very
low-income residents and supports households to remain in safe and affordable
housing.
• Allocating over $92,000 to public service activities providing Homelessness Prevention
and Intervention services.
• Participate and partner with coalitions, committees and agencies that provide
antipoverty services to develop and enhance strategies and efforts to reduce poverty
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level families.
• Supporting the development and sustainability of affordable multi-family housing in
Auburn.
In addition, the city will continue to support and fund programs serving families living in
poverty through a competitive human services funding process.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The City's planned actions to address the gaps and weaknesses identified in the strategic plan
include:
• Maintaining partnerships with and participating in the South King County Housing and
Homelessness Partnership, the Regional Homelessness Authority of King County and
other regional human service providers, coalitions and committees who address
homeless issues. The City will also continue to work collaboratively with partnering
organizations and groups to integrate and enhance services to provide optimal services
to individuals and families currently experiencing or at risk of homelessness. In addition
the City plans to prioritize General Fund human services dollars for housing and
homelessness interventions, and allocate $240,000 to basic needs services such as food,
financial assistance, clothing and healthcare.
• Take a comprehensive approach to consolidated and comprehensive planning to include
all internal City departments, commissions, committees and task forces.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City of Auburn has heavily contributed and intends to continue cultivating relationships
between public and private housing and social service agencies. In addition the City will
continue to participate in collaborations with the South King County Forum on Homelessness,
the South King County Council of Human Services, Seattle-King County Housing Development
Consortium and the King County Joint Planners Meeting.
Discussion
The expressed goal of the City's Consolidated Plan is to reduce the number of people living in poverty within Auburn. The City intends to give funding priority to programs that in addition to complying with federal regulations and address a priority a outlined in the Consolidated Plan
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are consistent with all of the goals and objectives identified.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(l)(1,2,4)
Introduction
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the
Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in
projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before
the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be
used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives
identified in the grantee's strategic plan
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the
planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan.
5. The amount of income from float-funded activities
Total Program Income
Other CDBG Requirements
Discussion
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Ordinance No. 6883 - Utility Rate Amendment Presentation
(Thomas) (30 Minutes)
Date:
October 19, 2022
Department:
Finance
Attachments:
Utility Rate Study 2022
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
For discussion only.
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
The City of A uburn provides water, sewer, and stormwater services to its utility customers. I n
2022, the City contracted with F C S Group to perform a Water, Sewer, and S tormwater Rate
Study to review the adequacy of existing rates and to propose new rates as appropriate.
The FCS study elements completed to date include:
1. A review of "revenue requirements" for each utility, which encompass the costs that the
City needs to recover on an ongoing basis from utility ratepayers.
2. A cost of service analysis that determines the relative burden each customer class places
on the utility. A comparison of existing revenues with the cost-of-service results then indicates
whether each class is paying its fair share of costs for each utility system.
This discussion will review the work performed by FCS Group and summarize their findings.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Baggett Staff:Thomas
Meeting Date:October 24, 2022 Item Number:
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Slide 1FCS GROUPCost of Service Analysis UpdateSergey Tarasov, Senior Project ManagerOctober 24, 2022Utility Rate Study 2022Page 73 of 112
Slide 2FCS GROUPDiscussion Overview●Background●Overview of the rate setting process●Summary of findings»Cost of service●Next steps●QuestionsPage 74 of 112
Slide 3FCS GROUPBackground●Last comprehensive rate study for water, sewer and stormwater utilities completed in 2018»Revenue requirement identified 4-year rate strategy »Cost of service continued to progress towards equitable cost recovery»Rate design moved charges towards cost basis●2022 study commenced in February »Developed analysis and reviewed with staff throughout the year●Met on October 10thto review revenue requirement resultsPage 75 of 112
Slide 4FCS GROUPBackground - Revenue RequirementSample Stormwater Bill Existing 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028Proposed Increases 6.75% 6.75% 6.75% 6.75% 3.00% 3.00%Sample Residential Mo. Bill15.88$ 16.95$ 18.10$ 19.32$ 20.62$ 21.24$ 21.88$ $ Difference 1.07$ 1.14$ 1.22$ 1.30$ 0.62$ 0.64$ Note: One Single Family UnitSample Sewer Bill Existing 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028Proposed Increases - City Portion 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 7.50%Sample Residential Mo. Bill - Auburn 25.99$ 27.94$ 30.03$ 32.29$ 34.71$ 37.31$ 40.11$ $ Difference1.95$ 2.10$ 2.25$ 2.42$ 2.60$ 2.80$ Sample Residential Mo. Bill - KC 49.27$ 52.11$ 55.11$ 58.28$ 61.64$ 65.19$ 71.06$ $ Difference2.84$ 3.00$ 3.17$ 3.36$ 3.55$ 5.87$ Combined Residential Mo.Bill - Total 75.26$ 80.05$ 85.14$ 90.57$ 96.35$ 102.50$ 111.17$ $ Difference4.79$ 5.10$ 5.42$ 5.78$ 6.15$ 8.67$ Note: One Single Family UnitSample Water Bill Existing 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028Proposed Increases 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 5.00%Sample Residential Mo. Bill 39.96$ 42.96$ 46.18$ 49.64$ 53.37$ 57.37$ 60.24$ $ Difference 3.00$ 3.22$ 3.46$ 3.72$ 4.00$ 2.87$ Note: assumes 3/4" or smaller meter and 6 ccf of monthly usagePage 76 of 112
Slide 5FCS GROUPBackground - Combined Bill ComparisonNotes: 1.) Assumes 3/4" or smaller meter and 6 ccf of monthly usage2.) Assumes one single family unit and/or 4,000 sq. ft per ESU for stormwater3.) Includes utility tax, where applicable4.) Sample sewer bills include King County Treatment where applicablePage 77 of 112
Slide 6FCS GROUPOverview of Rate Setting ProcessStep 3:Design Rates(collect target revenue)Step 2:Cost of Service (equity evaluation)Step 1:Revenue Requirement(defining overall needs)Financial Policies – Set the Management Foundation Financial Policies – Set the Management Foundation Fixed ChargesFixed ChargesVariable ChargesVariable ChargesDefine Customer ClassesDefine Customer ClassesAllocate CostsAllocate CostsO&MO&MCapitalCapitalRevenueRevenueEconomic FactorsEconomic FactorsReservesReservesToday’s FocusPage 78 of 112
Slide 7FCS GROUPCost of Service Overview●An equitable distribution of cost shares that considers utility specific data:»Measures of usage and demand»Planning, engineering and design criteria»Facility requirements●Total cost by class (equity)●Unit costs ($/usage; $/customer)●Fundamental question: Do cost differences exist to serve different customer classes?Page 79 of 112
Slide 8FCS GROUPCost of Service Process●Step 1: Allocate total utility costs to cost pools●Step 2: Develop allocation factors using class specific information●Step 3: Allocate costs to customer classes•* Industry Standard Methodologies; AWWA Principles of Water Rates, Fees and Charges, M1 Manual and the Water Environment Federation Financing and Charges for Wastewater Systems Manual 27Water Utility Functions* Sewer Utility Functions* Stormwater Functions•Customer•Customer•Base•Meters & Services•Flow•Use – Water Quality•Base Demand (avg. use)•Use – Water Quantity•Peak Demand (peak use)•Fire ProtectionPage 80 of 112
Slide 9FCS GROUPCost of Service Classification – WaterPeakPeakFireFireCustomerCustomerCosts relate to average service provided on demand and are essentially correlated with year-round water consumption.Costs associated with establishing, maintaining, and serving water customers and tend to include administrative, billing, and customer service costs. Costs associated with installation, maintenance, and repairs of meters and services.M&SM&SBaseBaseCosts relate to peak demand service; associated with the ability of the system to provide capacity to customers with higher than average volume.Costs associated with providing adequate capacity and water flow corresponding to min. fire safety standards. Incremental costs for storage, T&D, and hydrants for fire protection.Page 81 of 112
Slide 10FCS GROUPCost of Service Results - Water●±5% of average is within cost of service »All classes within range of reasonableness ●Apply rate increases to all classes across the board – 7.50% annually»Continue monitoring and revisit during next updatePage 82 of 112
Slide 11FCS GROUPCost of Service Classification – SewerCustomerCustomerCosts relate to actual and estimated sewer volume processed within the system in a year.These are the costs associated with establishing, maintaining, and serving sewer customers and tend to include administrative, billing, and customer service costs. FlowFlowPage 83 of 112
Slide 12FCS GROUPCost of Service Results - Sewer●±5% of average is within cost of service »All classes within range of reasonableness ●Apply rate increases to all classes across the board – 7.50% annually»Continue monitoring and revisit during next updatePage 84 of 112
Slide 13FCS GROUPCost of Service Classification – StormwaterUse -Water QualityUse -Water QualityUse -Water QuantityUse -Water QuantityCosts not related to on-site stormwater mitigation and are incurred regardless of quantity or quality of runoff and tend to include administrative, billing, and customer service costs. BaseBaseCost related to management of non-point source pollution.Cost incurred to manage the overall volume of stormwater runoff.Page 85 of 112
Slide 14FCS GROUPCost of Service Results - Stormwater●±5% of average is within cost of service »All classes within range of reasonableness ●Apply rate increases to all classes across the board – 6.75% annually»Continue monitoring and revisit during next updatePage 86 of 112
Slide 15FCS GROUPNext Meeting Topics●Incorporate feedback»Revenue requirement - move forward with the following:»Cost of service analysis:–Across the board increases for all utilities●Next steps»Rate design»Wholesale●Rates effective January 1, 2023Utility 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028Water 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 5.00%Sewer 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 7.50% 7.50%Stormwater 6.75% 6.75% 6.75% 6.75% 3.00% 3.00%Page 87 of 112
Slide 16FCS GROUPPage 88 of 112
AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Ordinance No. 6879 (Thomas) (20 Minutes)
Date:
October 19, 2022
Department:
Finance
Attachments:
Ordinance No. 6879 Adopting 2023-2024
Operating Budget
Budget Impact:
$224,064,233 - 2023
$248,713,031 - 2024
Administrativ e Recommendation:
For discussion only.
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
As part of the biennial budget process, the Council has reviewed the details of the proposed
2023-2024 Biennial Budget during a series of budget workshops in September 2022. Goals,
priorities, and projects were discussed and as a result the City has prepared the Preliminary 2023-
2024 Biennial Budget, which is summarized below:
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One of the most crucial elements to the budget are the significant General Fund revenues.
Property Tax revenue accounts for approximately 29% of the General Fund revenue and the 2023
Property Tax levy must be adopted by the Council prior to November 30th each year, for the
upcoming fiscal year. The property tax levy increases are limited to a 1% increase or I mplicit Price
Def lator (IPD), whichever is less. I n the event the IPD is less than 1%, the City may levy the full 1%
if it has established a substantial need. Since the current IPD is greater than 1%, the City may
automatically levy the f ull 1% without establishing substantial need.
The purpose of this presentation update is to summarize the significant elements of the Preliminary
2023-2024 Biennial Budget and review the City's proposed Property Tax levy for 2023, prior to the first
public hearing set for November 7, 2022.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Baggett Staff:Thomas
Meeting Date:October 24, 2022 Item Numb er:
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Ordinance No. 6879
October 24, 2022
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ORDINANCE NO. 6879
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE 2023-2024
BIENNIAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, DO
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. As required by Chapter 35A.34 RCW , the Mayor of the City of
Auburn has completed and placed on file with the City Clerk of the City of Auburn a
preliminary biennial operating budget for 2023-2024. Notice was published, as
required by law, stating that: a) the Mayor had completed and placed the preliminary
budget on file; b) a copy would be provided at the office of the City Clerk to any
taxpayer who requested a copy; c) the City Council of the City of Auburn would meet
on November 21, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Auburn City Hall, 25
West Main Street, Auburn, Washington for the purpose of fixing the budget and any
taxpayer might appear at such time and be heard for or against any part of the
budget; d) the Mayor provided a suitable number of copies of the detailed preliminary
operating budget to meet the reasonable demand s of taxpayers; e) The Mayor and
the City Council met at the time and place designated in the notice and all taxpayers
of the City were given full opportunity to be heard for or against the budget; f) the City
Council has conducted public hearings on November 7, 2022, and November 21,
2022 to consider this preliminary operating budget; g) at the meeting held by the City
Council on the November 21, 2022 the City Council considered modifications of the
proposed operating budget and approved the 2023-2024 biennial budget for the City
of Auburn as adopted by this Ordinance as shown on Schedule A.
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Section 2. Implementation. The Mayor is authorized to implement those
administrative procedures as may be necessary to carry out the directives of this
legislation.
Section 3. Severability. The provisions of this ordinance are declared to
be separate and severable. The invalidity of any clause, sentence, paragraph,
subdivision, section or portion of this ordinance, or the invalidity of the application
thereof to any person or circumstance shall not affect the validity of the remainder of
this ordinance, or the validity of its application to other persons or circumstances.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force
five (5) days from and after its passage, approval and publication as provided by law.
INTRODUCED: _______________
PASSED: ____________________
APPROVED: _________________
____________________________
NANCY BACKUS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
____________________________
Shawn Campbell, MMC, City Clerk
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October 24, 2022
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Kendra Comeau, City Attorney
PUBLISHED:__________________
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Ordinance No. 6879
October 24, 2022
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Schedule A
Beginning
Fund Balance
2023
Resources
2023
Expenditures
Ending
Fund Balance
$16,428,633 $91,190,426 $98,143,349 $9,475,710
Hotel/Motel Tax 480,179 143,900 177,100 446,979
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)- 4,030,000 4,030,000 -
Drug Forfeiture 857,236 148,000 392,671 612,565
Housing & Community Development 42,842 650,000 650,000 42,842
Business Improvement Area 97,502 - 90,000 7,502
Cumulative Reserve 30,713,551 80,000 1,391,450 29,402,101
City Hall Annex 2010 A&B Bond - - - -
Local Revitalization 2010 C&D Bond - - - -
2020 LTGO A&B Refunding Bonds 662,707 1,507,600 1,507,600 662,707
LID #249 1,687 10 - 1,697
LID #350 - - - -
Golf / Cemetery 2016 Refunding - 370,700 370,700 -
SCORE 2009 A&B Bond - 1,366,100 1,366,100 -
Water 10,210,632 20,513,410 24,485,990 6,238,052
Sewer 9,299,995 9,573,200 10,346,701 8,526,494
Sewer Metro 3,328,134 20,613,900 20,586,400 3,355,634
Storm Drainage 12,957,725 11,087,600 10,729,632 13,315,693
Solid Waste 2,135,607 26,646,830 26,533,984 2,248,453
Airport 601,969 1,653,800 1,988,188 267,581
Cemetery 1,812,215 1,432,300 2,308,402 936,113
Insurance 1,710,775 12,000 182,500 1,540,275
Workers' Compensation 3,102,720 1,144,900 750,700 3,496,920
Facilities 415,868 4,683,900 4,731,374 368,394
Innovation and Technology (includes
Multimedia)3,155,085 9,046,000 9,173,835 3,027,250
Equipment Rental 1,769,286 3,527,200 3,564,826 1,731,660
Fire Pension 1,790,627 103,600 196,256 1,697,971
SKHHP (South King Housing &
Homelessness Partners)1,668,893 297,400 366,475 1,599,818 PERMANENT FUNDSCemetery Endowment Care 2,158,347 64,130 - 2,222,477
$105,402,215 $209,886,906 $224,064,233 $91,224,888
2023 OPERATING FUNDS BUDGET SUMMARY
Fund
GENERAL FUND
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDSDEBT SERVICEENTERPRISE FUNDSINTERNAL SERVICE FUNDSFIDUCIARY FUNDSTOTAL OPERATING BUDGET
TOTAL OPERATING BUDGET $315,289,121 $315,289,121
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Schedule A
Beginning
Fund Balance
2024
Resources
2024
Expenditures
Ending
Fund Balance
$9,475,710 $101,921,889 $101,372,924 $10,024,675
Hotel/Motel Tax 446,979 143,900 177,100 413,779
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)- 4,246,866 4,246,866 -
Drug Forfeiture 612,565 148,000 404,917 355,648
Housing & Community Development 42,842 650,000 650,000 42,842
Business Improvement Area 7,502 - 7,502 -
Cumulative Reserve 29,402,101 80,000 12,959,994 16,522,107
City Hall Annex 2010 A&B Bond - - - -
Local Revitalization 2010 C&D Bond - - - -
2020 LTGO A&B Refunding Bonds 662,707 1,504,200 1,504,100 662,807
LID #249 1,697 10 - 1,707
LID #350 - - - -
Golf / Cemetery 2016 Refunding - 374,400 374,400 -
SCORE 2009 A&B Bond - 1,366,200 1,366,200 -
Water 6,238,052 18,963,410 21,242,749 3,958,713
Sewer 8,526,494 9,661,700 10,676,197 7,511,997
Sewer Metro 3,355,634 21,989,300 21,961,800 3,383,134
Storm Drainage 13,315,693 11,160,700 17,964,446 6,511,947
Solid Waste 2,248,453 28,102,400 28,328,158 2,022,695
Airport 267,581 1,938,000 2,107,005 98,576
Cemetery 936,113 1,432,300 1,878,038 490,375
Insurance 1,540,275 12,000 182,500 1,369,775
Workers' Compensation 3,496,920 1,144,900 751,000 3,890,820
Facilities 368,394 4,451,000 4,468,294 351,100
Innovation and Technology (includes
Multimedia)3,027,250 11,696,580 11,755,538 2,968,292
Equipment Rental 1,731,660 3,608,990 3,749,447 1,591,203
Fire Pension 1,697,971 103,600 206,256 1,595,315
SKHHP (South King Housing &
Homelessness Partners)1,599,818 331,000 377,600 1,553,218 PERMANENT FUNDSCemetery Endowment Care 2,222,477 64,130 - 2,286,607
$91,224,888 $225,095,475 $248,713,031 $67,607,332
2024 OPERATING FUNDS BUDGET SUMMARY
Fund
GENERAL FUND
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDSDEBT SERVICEENTERPRISE FUNDS$316,320,363INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDSFIDUCIARY FUNDSTOTAL OPERATING BUDGET
TOTAL OPERATING BUDGET $316,320,363
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Ordinance No. 6880 (Thomas) (5 Minutes)
Date:
October 19, 2022
Department:
Finance
Attachments:
Ordinance 6880 2023 Property Tax Levy
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
For discussion only.
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
Proposed Ordinance 6880 establishes the 2023 Property Tax Levy based on the assessed
valuations provided by King County. It represents a 1% increase over 2022, plus one-time
increases due to new construction and refunds. The following table summarizes the 2023
Property Tax Levy calculation:
As of this date, the county has preliminarily established the 2023 assessed valuation
(including estimated new construction) for the City of Auburn at $17.5 billion, which is a 21.5%
increase over the 2022 assessed value of $14.4 billion. The 2023 Property Tax Levy will be
distributed to the General Fund to support general governmental operations.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Baggett Staff:Thomas
Meeting Date:October 24, 2022 Item Number:
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Ordinance No. 6880
October 19, 2022
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ORDINANCE NO. 6880
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING THE LEVY FOR
REGULAR PROPERTY TAXES BY THE CITY OF AUBURN
FOR COLLECTION IN 2023 FOR GENERAL CITY
OPERATIONAL PURPOSES IN THE AMOUNT OF
$24,110,666
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Auburn has met and considered
its budget for the calendar year 2023; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 84.55.120 the City Council held public hearings
on November 7, 2022 and November 21, 2022, after proper notice was given, to
consider the City of Auburn's 2023-2024 biennial budget and the regular property
tax levy to support it; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Auburn, after public hearing, and
after duly considering all relevant evidence and testimony prese nted, has
determined that the City of Auburn requires property tax revenue and any increase
of new construction and improvements to property, any increase in the value of
state-assessed property, annexations, and any refund levies in order to discharge
the expected expenses and obligations of the City and in its best interest; and
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Regular property taxes for collection in the City of Auburn
for the year 2023 are authorized in the amount of $24,110,666. Not including the
addition of new construction and improvements to property, any increases related
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to the value of state assessed property, and any refund levies available, the regular
property tax levy for 2023 collection represents an increase from regular property
taxes levied for collection in 2022 of $238,719 which is a 1.0% increase in revenue
from the previous year.
Section 2. Implementation. The Mayor is hereby authorized to implement
those administrative procedures necessary to carry out the directions of this
legislation.
Section 3. Severability. The provisions of this ordinance are declared
to be separate and severable. The invalidity of any clause, sentence, paragraph,
subdivision, section or portion of this ordinance, or the invalidity of the application of
it to any person or circumstance will not affect the validity of the remainder of this
ordinance, or the validity of its application to other persons or circumstances.
Section 4. Effective date. This Ordinance will take effect and be in force five
days from and after its passage, approval and publication as provided by law.
INTRODUCED: _______________
PASSED: ____________________
APPROVED: _________________
____________________________
NANCY BACKUS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Ordinance No. 6880
October 19, 2022
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____________________________
Shawn Campbell, MMC, City Clerk
____________________________
Kendra Comeau, City Attorney
Published: ____________________
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Ordinance No. 6882 (Thomas) (5 Minutes)
Date:
October 19, 2022
Department:
Finance
Attachments:
Ordinance 6882 Utility Tax
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
For discussion only.
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
Proposed Ordinance No. 6882 increases the Utility Tax on water, sewer, storm drainage,
and garbage/solid waste utilities from 10% to 11.5% effective January 1, 2023. This 1.5% increase
will be used to provide sustainable funding sources to maintain, build, repair, and/or construct the
City's arterial, collector, and street preservation projects within the City. This 1.5% increase will be
combined with the existing 1% that is currently being allocated to the City’s street special revenue
and capital project funds, which will continue to be supplemented with other revenue sources.
These sources combined will ensure a long-term and sustainable funding plan for the City's capital
transportation needs.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Baggett Staff:Thomas
Meeting Date:October 24, 2022 Item Number:
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Ordinance No. 6882
October 20, 2022
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ORDINANCE NO. 6882
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON, INCREASING THE RATE OF
TAX ON WATER, STORM DRAINAGE, SEWER AND
GARBAGE/SOLID WASTE UTILITIES IN THE CITY,
AMENDING SECTIONS 3.40.010 AND 3.41.010 OF THE
AUBURN CITY CODE.
WHEREAS, Auburn City Code (ACC) sections 3.40.010 and 3.41.010 establish a
tax to be collected from the City’s water, storm drainage, sewer and garbage/solid waste
utilities;
WHEREAS, the City would like to increase its revenues as part of its long -term
financial plan;
WHEREAS, the City intends to provide sustainable funding for the roadway
preservation programs from utility tax revenues; and
WHEREAS, the City has reviewed its budget and its various utility tax funds and
finds it appropriate to increase City utility tax rates by amending ACC 3.40.010 and ACC
3.41.010. Doing so will support the City’s financial needs and will ensure that the City’s
revenue growth meets or exceeds its expenditures to preserve its general fund
sustainability.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN as follows:
Section 1. Amendment to City Code. Section 3.40.010 of the Auburn City
Code is amended to read as follows:
ACC 3.40.010 Water, Storm and Sewer Utility Tax Created.
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A. There is created an 11.5% 10 percent tax to be levied on and after
January 1, 20231, against and upon the total annual revenues derived
from:
1. The city’s water, storm drainage and sewer utility funds; and
2. All water, storm drainage and sewer utilities, business enterprises or
other entities engaged in providing such utility services within the city.
B. The finance director is directed to collect this imposed tax and to pay
the collected revenue into the city’s current general fund, subject to
subsection C of this section.
C. On and after January 1, 20231, the finance director shall allocate 2.5%
one percent of the tax revenue received under this section to the city’s
arterial street, collector, and local preservation fund.
D. The tax rate in subsection A of this section shall automatically revert to
9% nine percent if the state of Washington provides the city’s arterial
street preservation fund with a long-term sustainable funding source that
is sufficient to maintain the city’s arterial street system’s pavement
condition index (PCI) at an average of 70 PCI out of a score of 100 PCI for
the foreseeable future.
Section 2. Amendment to City Code. Section 3.41.010 of the Auburn City
Code is amended to read as follows:
ACC 3.41.010 Garbage and solid waste utility Ttax created.
A. There is created an 11.5% 10 percent tax to be levied on and after
January 1, 20231, against and upon the gross receipts and total annual
revenues of:
1. The city’s garbage fund; and
2. All solid waste utilities and every business enterprise or other entity
engaged in handling solid waste.
B. For the purposes of this section “solid waste” means garbage,
recyclables and yard debris.
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C. The finance director is directed to collect this tax and to pay the
collected funds into the city’s general expense fund, subject to subsection
D of this section.
D. On and after January 1, 20231, the finance director shall allocate 2.5%
one percent of the tax revenue received under this section to the city’s
arterial street, collector, and local preservation fund.
E. The tax rate in subsection A of this section shall automatically revert to
9% nine percent if the state of Washington provides the city’s arterial
street preservation fund with a long-term sustainable funding source that
is sufficient to maintain the city’s arterial street system’s pavement
condition index (PCI) at an average of 70 PCI out of a score of 100 PCI for
the foreseeable future.
F. Pursuant to RCW 35.58.560, nothing in this section shall be intended
or construed to impose a tax on any county owned or operated solid waste
facility.
Section 3. Implementation. The Mayor is authorized to implement those
administrative procedures necessary to carry out the directives of this legislation.
Section 4. Severability. The provisions of this ordinance are declared to be
separate and severable. The invalidity of any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision,
section, or portion of this ordinance, or the invalidity of the application of it to any person
or circumstance, will not affect the validity of the remainder of this ordinance, or the validity
of its application to other persons or circumstances.
Section 5. Effective date. This Ordinance will take effect and be in force five
days from and after its passage, approval, and publication as provided by law.
INTRODUCED: _______________
PASSED: ____________________
APPROVED: _________________
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____________________________
NANCY BACKUS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
____________________________
Shawn Campbell, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Kendra Comeau, City Attorney
Published: ____________________
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Ordinance No. 6888 (Thomas) (5 Minutes)
Date:
October 19, 2022
Department:
Finance
Attachments:
Ordinance Adopting 2023-24 Capital Budget
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
For discussion only.
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
Budget Process: In April, the City began the process of developing the budget for the 2023-
2024 biennium. This included a series of budget workshops with the Council during
September 2022. During these presentations and workshops, Council provided input and
staff moved forward with a compiling the Preliminary 2023-2024 Biennial Budget.
2023-2024 Preliminary Budget: A copy of the 2023-2024 Preliminary Budget was filed with the
City Clerk, distributed to Council, and made available to the public on October 17, 2022.
Ordinance No. 6888 - Capital Facilities Plan: The Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) is the 2023-2028
capital budget for the City. These needs and associated funding plans were an integral part of the
presentations and discussion with Council during the budget workshop process. Council will adopt
the City’s 2023-2028 Capital Facilities Plan separately, with the approval of Ordinance No. 6888.
Ordinance No. 6879 - 2023/2024 Biennial Budget: Council's approval of Ordinance No. 6879 will
establish the City's 2023-2024 biennial budget. The 2023-2024 portion of the Capital Facilities
Plan is incorporated into the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget, as presented to Council.
Staff recommends Council approval of Ordinance No. 6888.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Baggett Staff:Thomas
Meeting Date:October 24, 2022 Item Number:
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ORDINANCE NO. 6888
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE 2023-2024
BIENNIAL CAPITAL BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON
WHEREAS, in Ordinance No. 6682, the City Council created Chapter 3.06 of
the Auburn City Code to repurpose special capital funds and establish a multi -year
capital budgeting process.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. As required by Chapter 35A.34 RCW , the Mayor of the City of
Auburn has completed and placed on file with the City Clerk of the City of Auburn a
preliminary biennial capital budget for 2023-2024. Notice was published, as required
by law, stating that: a) the Mayor had completed and placed the preliminary budget
on file; b) a copy would be provided at the office of the City Clerk to any taxpayer
who requested a copy; c) the City Council of the Cit y of Auburn would meet on
November 21, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Auburn City Hall, 25
West Main Street, Auburn, Washington for the purpose of fixing the budget and any
taxpayer might appear at such time and be heard for or against any pa rt of the
budget; d) the Mayor provided a suitable number of copies of the detailed preliminary
capital budget to meet the reasonable demands of taxpayers; e) The Mayor and the
City Council met at the time and place designated in the notice and all taxpaye rs of
the City were given full opportunity to be heard for or against the budget; f) the City
Council has conducted public hearings on November 7, 2022, and November 21,
2022 to consider this preliminary capital budget; g) at the meeting held by the City
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Council on the November 21, 2022 the City Council considered modifications of the
proposed operating budget and approved the 2023-2024 biennial budget for the City
of Auburn as adopted by this Ordinance as shown on Schedule A.
Section 2. Implementation. The Mayor is authorized to implement those
administrative procedures as may be necessary to carry out the directives of this
legislation.
Section 3. Severability. The provisions of this ordinance are declared to
be separate and severable. The invalidity of any clause, sentence, paragraph,
subdivision, section or portion of this ordinance, or the invalidity of the application
thereof to any person or circumstance shall not affect the validity of the remainder of
this ordinance, or the validity of its application to other persons or circumstances.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force
five (5) days from and after its passage, approval and publication as provided by law.
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INTRODUCED: _______________
PASSED: ____________________
APPROVED: _________________
____________________________
NANCY BACKUS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
____________________________
Shawn Campbell, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Kendra Comeau, City Attorney
PUBLISHED:__________________
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Schedule A
Beginning
Fund Balance
2023
Resources
2023
Expenditures
Ending
Fund Balance
Arterial Street $965,783 $9,085,192 $9,360,894 $690,081
Local Street 1,932,689 2,598,000 2,036,300 2,494,389
Arterial Street Preservation 2,699,358 4,041,772 4,100,000 2,641,130
Recreational Trails 95,845 7,100 - 102,945
Mitigation Fees 10,976,167 1,601,200 7,043,982 5,533,385
Municipal Park Construction 816,504 1,545,100 1,347,800 1,013,804
Capital Improvements 13,078,556 6,833,300 6,320,700 13,591,156
Local Revitalization 245,831 256,200 500,000 2,031
Water 3,321,676 10,752,092 13,041,560 1,032,208
Sewer 8,687,557 377,200 5,992,500 3,072,257
Storm Drainage 7,744,442 536,200 6,713,394 1,567,248
Airport 311,215 4,000,755 4,238,390 73,580
Cemetery 7,184 355,100 355,050 7,234
Innovation and Technology 237,354 674,700 585,300 326,754
Equipment Rental 4,508,173 3,470,540 3,096,120 4,882,593
$55,628,334 $46,134,451 $64,731,990 $37,030,795
2023 CAPITAL FUNDS BUDGET SUMMARY
Fund
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDSCAPITAL PROJECTSENTERPRISE FUNDSINTERNAL SERVICE FUNDSTOTAL CAPITAL BUDGET
TOTAL CAPITAL BUDGET $101,762,785 $101,762,785
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Schedule A
Beginning
Fund Balance
2024
Resources
2024
Expenditures
Ending
Fund Balance
Arterial Street $690,081 $11,307,150 $11,968,800 $28,431
Local Street $2,494,389 $2,546,100 $1,951,300 $3,089,189
Arterial Street Preservation $2,641,130 $4,203,100 $5,250,000 $1,594,230
Recreational Trails $102,945 $7,100 $0 $110,045
Mitigation Fees $5,533,385 $1,600,100 $7,003,800 $129,685
Municipal Park Construction 1,013,804 $568,800 $768,500 $814,104
Capital Improvements 13,591,156 $4,099,300 $7,249,500 $10,440,956
Local Revitalization 2,031 $2,082,866 $2,081,866 $3,031
Water 1,032,208 $5,603,310 $6,176,810 $458,708
Sewer 3,072,257 $377,200 $1,344,000 $2,105,457
Storm Drainage 1,567,248 $7,536,200 $8,065,000 $1,038,448
Airport 73,580 $1,145,755 $1,101,210 $118,125
Cemetery 7,234 $100 $50 $7,284
Innovation and Technology 326,754 $603,944 $514,544 $416,154
Equipment Rental 4,882,593 $3,023,152 $2,648,380 $5,257,365
$37,030,795 $44,704,177 $56,123,760 $25,611,212
2024 CAPITAL FUNDS BUDGET SUMMARY
Fund
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDSCAPITAL PROJECTSENTERPRISE FUNDSINTERNAL SERVICE FUNDSTOTAL CAPITAL BUDGET
TOTAL CAPITAL BUDGET $81,734,972 $81,734,972
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