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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem V.A.1WASHINGTON CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES APRIL 21, 2003 7:30 PM CALL TO ORDER Fla.q Salute Mayor Peter B. Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM and led thOse is attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance. Bo Roll Call Mayor Lewis and the following Councilmembers were present: Rich Wagner, Jeanne Barber, Trish Borden, Fred Poe, Sue Singer, Stacey Brothers, and Gene Cerino. Staff members present included: Police Chief Jim Kelly, City Attorney Daniel B. Heid, Human Resources Director Brenda Heineman, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, Planner Shirley Aird, Executive Assistant Duanna Richards, Planning and Community Development Director Paul Krauss, Assistant Fire Chief Russ Vandver, Fire Battalion Chief Mike Gerber, Firefighter Pete Connell, Firefighter Doug Darmody, Firefighter Janeen Ruge, Police Commander Larry Miller, Police Commander Will Lathrop, Police Officer Greg McPherson, Police Officer Jeff Crawford, Police Sergeant Bill Pierson, Recreation Manager Brian Petty, Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy, and Deputy City Clerk Cathy Richardson. C. Announcements and Appointments 1. Announcements a) Medal of Distinction - Lifesaving Mayor Lewis and Police Chief Kelly awarded the Medal of Distinction - Lifesaving to Police Officers Greg McPherson and Jeffrey Crawford and a Certificate of Appreciation to citizen Michelle Kushon. Page 1 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes April 21, 2003 b) c) Chief Kelly explained that, in year 2000, the Auburn City Council approved the purchase of twenty-five automated external defibrillators (AEDs) which were deployed in all marked patrol cruisers, several detective vehicles, the Auburn Police Department, and the Auburn Detention Facility. Staff members receive training on the use of the AED's every two years. Chief Kelly related a life threatening incident involving Auburn citizen Mr. Clint Brown. Police Officers Greg McPherson and Jeff Crawford were dispatched to the reported incident. Ms. Michelle Kushon was on the scene when the officers arrived. Ms. Kushon reported that Mr. Black was experiencing a heart attack. Officers McPherson and Crawford set up the AED device and applied a shock. Ms. Kushon began applying chest compressions while Officer Crawford provided mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Auburn Fire Department and Medic 6 personnel arrived and assumed responsibility for the continued CPR efforts. The use of the AED and the efforts of Officer McPherson, Officer Crawford and Ms. Kushon were instrumental in saving Mr. Black's life. On behalf of the Black family, Mr. Black's step- daughter Jerry Lindsay expressed deep appreciation to the officers, Ms. Kushon, and the other personnel involved for their efforts in saving Mr. Black's life. Ms. Lindsay also thanked the Council and Mayor Lewis for authorizing the purchase of the AED devices and the training for their use. Child Abuse Prevention Month Miss Auburn, Rachael Reynolds gave a presentation on Child Abuse Prevention month. Ms. Reynolds urged citizens to become involved in community efforts to prevent child abuse. Proclamation - National Volunteer Week Page 2 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes April 217 2003 II. Mayor Lewis declared April 27, 2003 through May 3, 2003 as "National Volunteer Week" in the city of Auburn. Mayor Lewis presented the Proclamation to Recreation Coordinator Brian Petty, Police Chief Jim Kelly, and Assistant Fire Chief Russ Vandver. Mayor Lewis urged citizens to become involved and to volunteer in their communities. (Presented prior to Item I.C.b of these minutes.) d) Mayor Lewis noted the use of a laptop computer and a paperless City Council agenda packet on compact disc for the first time in the City of Auburn by Councilmember Sue Singer. (Announced prior to Item I.C.a of these minutes.) Appointments There were no appointments for Council consideration. Do Agenda Modifications There were no agenda modifications. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE A. Public Hearings 1. 2002 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the Community Development Block Grant Program and Pre-publication Hearing for the 2004 Program Year O3.4.1.7, F5.4.3 The CAPER is an overall review of housing and community development activities undertaken in Auburn during 2002. Its primary purpose is to inform the citizens of Auburn how and where the federal funds are spent, and assess the program accomplishments as they relate to housing and community development goals set forth in the Consolidated Plan. The purpose of this hearing is to solicit public comments prior to approval of the CAPER and submission Page 3 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes April 21~ 2003 III. of the report to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Planner Shirley Aird presented overhead displays and reviewed programs and organizations that are funded by the block grant and general services programs. Ms. Aird reviewed the annual appropriations made in the 2002 program year and the number of citizens served by recipients of the funds. Ms. Aird reported on the methods of leveraging available funds to ensure maximum service to those in need. Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing. No one in the audience requested to speak. Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing. Audience Participation This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak to the City Council on any issue. Vir,qinia Hau.qen, 2503 "R" Street SE, Auburn Ms. Haugen commended Mayor Lewis and Councilmembers for the purchase of defibrillation equipment and associated training for the Police Department. In response to inquiries from Ms. Haugen related to Resolution No. 3595, Mayor Lewis responded that the transfer of a portion of Emerald Downs Drive would be beneficial to the City of Auburn. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS A3.7.6 A. Municipal Services Chair Singer reported that the Municipal Services Committee met this evening at 5:00. The Committee discussed contract administration items on this evening's agenda and proposed business licensing changes. The Committee also discussed an agreement for administration and management of cemetery pre- arrangement sales. The next regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for May 5, 2003 at 5:00 PM. Page 4 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes April 217 2003 IV. Planninq & Community Development Chair Borden reported that the Planning and Community Development Committee met April 14, 2003 at 5:00 PM. The Committee discussed and recommends approval of Application No. WSC03-0003 for a water and sewer availability certificate and Resolution No. 3593 relating to Green River Community College and Lea Hill Park. The Committee also discussed the Lakeland Hills stairway and agreed to repair the upper stairway, remove the lower stairway, and develop a trail nearby. The Committee also considered current Comprehensive Plan policies related to native plants and the current landscaping ordinance. The next regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled for April 28, 2003 at 5:00 PM. Public Works Chair Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met April 11, 2003 at 4:00 PM. The Committee discussed contract administration items, Ordinance No. 5752, and Resolution Nos. 3587, 3589 and 3595. The Committee also discussed clarification of traffic impact fees, reviewed the Capital Facilities Plan and discussed a half-street delay policy. The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for April 28, 2003 at 5:30 PM. Finance Chair Poe reported that the Finance Committee met this evening at 6:30. The Committee discussed and recommends approval of consent agenda items and Resolution No. 3603 relating to a government access cable television channel contract. The Committee also discussed establishing administrative policy and procedures for investment practices and received a first quarter report on revenues and expenditures. The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for May 6, 2003 at 6:30 PM. COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS At this time Councilmembers may report on items not specifically described on the agenda, which are of interest to the community. Mayor Lewis reported that he and Councilmember Singer visited an Auburn High School classroom to discuss City of Auburn governmental procedures relating to Council Committee and City Council meetings and methods of conducting city business. Page 5 City of Auburn Council Meetin.q Minutes April 21, 2003 Councilmember Cerino reported that Pierce County is currently reviewing the Countywide Planning Policies (CPP). The City of Auburn population allotment in the Pierce County CPP is over 7,900 with anticipated population growth to 10,000 or more within the next few years. Councilmember Wagner reported that he attended a Suburban Cities Association (SCA) meeting with Mayor Lewis and Councilmembers Singer and Barber. The speaker at the meeting reported on the need for more central control and less sub-regional control relating to transportation issues. This issue was not well received by the SCA. The speaker also reported on upcoming technology that will enable electronic citing for illegal use of High Occupancy Lanes (HOV). Councilmember Singer reported that Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) currently has a project using similar technology referred to by Councilmember Wagner. CONSENT AGENDA All matters listed on the Consent Agenda are considered by the City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed. A. Minutes 1. Minutes of the April 7, 2003 regular City Council meeting. B. Vouchers F4.9.2,F4.9.5 Claims Claims check numbers 319831 through 320312 amount of $2,440,416.65 and dated April 21, 2003. in the Payroll Payroll check numbers 503836 to 503992 in the amount of $653,315.72 and electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $854,395.56 for a grand total of $1,507,711.28 for the pay period covering April 3, 2003 to April 17, 2003. Surplus Property F4.6.1 Finance Department City Council to authorize the surplus and disposal of the following items which are of no further use to the City: Page 6 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes April 217 2003 Make. Model Description ADI Microscan 17" DTK Graphika 233 Mhz Optiquest VCDTS21384-1M 15" Toshiba Satellite Laptop Toshiba Satellite Laptop Toshiba Satellite Laptop Toshiba Satellite Laptop Toshiba Satellite Laptop Graflka Clone P233MHz PC GVC Monitor 14" Optiquest Q41 15" monitor Sharp FO-4500 Fax machine Generic Clone P233MHz PC Generic Clone P233MHz PC COA/C~ty Asset Num bet 919042120215693 COA 0104 6A73400101 11400118 11400238 11400247 11400239 11400176 COA0031 12200610 013 313 Confiscated evidence Public Works Department City Council to authorize the surplus and disposal of the following items which are of no further use to the City: Quantity Description Fixed Asset No. Office Chair Office Chair Office Chair Office Chair Office Chair Office Chair Office Chair Office Chair Office Chair Drafting Chair Metal Credenza Office Shelves In/Out Boards Metal 4-shelf Bookcase Keyboard Trays Plastic Desktop Org Typing Stand Heat Panels Desk Pad Stacking Tray Supports Metal File Drawer Separators 4-Shelf Metal Desktop Tray Metal Desktop File Organizers Metal Coat Rack IBM Selectric II Typewriter Lift Off Tape for IBM Selectric Ribbon Cartridge, IBM Selectric II Ribbon Cartridgel IBM Selectric III Rechargeable Desktop Vacuum 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 3 1 1 2 1 1 set 2 1 2 1 1 3 pkg. 1 1 1 014 057 021 132 032 168 032 069 032 130 013 124 014 123 032 121 013 115 032 096 None None None None None None None None None None None None None None 0013200052 None None None None Page 7 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes April 21, 2003 Public Works Department City Council to approve the surplus of the which are of no further use to the City: following items Page 8 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes April 21, 2003 VI. VII. Vehicle # Description VIN # License # P024F 2001 Ford 2FAFP71W91X174059 30989D Crown Victoria Fixed Asset # 55000P024F Unit # Description Serial # Fixed Asset # 6432B 1985 Rex Roller 4GL206 550006432B 6432C 2001 Wacker Roller 5194518 550006432C Contract Administration 1. Agreement for Professional Services with Parametrix A3.16.9, O4.9.1 PR C1014 City Council to approve Amendment No. 4 in the amount of $159,191.93 to Consultant Agreement No. AG-C-161 with Parametrix, Project No. C1014, Auburn Way South Safety Improvements. Public Works Small Project Number C230A 05.2. PR C230A City Council to approve Final Pay Estimate #1 to Small Works Contract 02-24 with Nordic Construction and accept construction of Project No. C230A, Game Farm Park Shop Expansion. Auburn Municipal Airport Project Number C223A 04.4.9.2 PR C223A City Council to approve Final Pay Estimate ~ to Contract 02-17 with Weatherguard, Inc. and accept construction of Project No. C223A, Auburn Municipal Airport Hangar No. 2, Hangar No. 7 Roof Replacements. Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to approve the consent agenda. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There were no items under this section for Council consideration. NEW BUSINESS Application Number WSC03-0003 A3.13.8 City Council to consider the request of Dennis Johnson for a Developer's Agreement, subject to conditions, for the issuance of a Page 9 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes April 21, 2003 water and sewer availability certificate to the applicant for property located east of 118th Avenue SE on the north side of NE 304th Street for a 13 lot single-family subdivision on three acres. (See Item No. VIII.A.2 for action on this item.) ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Ordinances Ordinance No. 5752 O1.2 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending Auburn City Code Chapter 10.36, Section 380 entitled "One-hour Parking Zones" for the purpose of removing parking on the west side of Auburn Way South between 2na Street SE and 4th Street SE. Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Poe seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5752. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Ordinance No. 5755 A3.13.8 WSC03-0003 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Auburn to execute a Development Agreement between the City of Auburn and Dennis Johnson of Freemantle Development, Inc. Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5755. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. (Action on this item took place under Item No. VII. A of these minutes) B. Resolutions Page 10 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes April 21, 2003 Resolution No. 3587 O4.6.1 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Utilities Cooperation Agreement by and between the City of Auburn and King County for infiltration/inflow program study. Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3587. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolution No. 3589 A3.13.12 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an Interlocal Agreement establishing sanitary sewer service boundaries between the City of Auburn and the City of Algona. Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Poe seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3589. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolution No. 3593 A3.16.5, O5.1.2 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement between the City of Auburn (City) and Green River Community College (GRCC) for the use and supplemental maintenance of the Lea Hill Park (Park). Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3593. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolution No. 3595 03.3.4 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the transfer of ownership of a Page 11 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes April 21, 2003 portion of Emerald Downs Drive from the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe to the City of Auburn as public right-of-way. Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3595. Councilmember Brothers expressed concern relating to possible liability that the City could experience upon acceptance of the right-of-way without a change in the current use. City Attorney Daniel Heid stated that, under current law, a city's liability for rights-of-way or property in general must be tied to a city's knowledge of some defect or danger. Breaching a duty or failing to act would make a city liable if they didn't correct a defect or danger. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolution No. 3602 03.5 PLT02-0001 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, approving the preliminary plat of 110 lot subdivision located on the west side of Evergreen Way SE, extending from 69th Street SE along the top of slope to 64th Street SE (if extended), located within the City of Auburn Washington. Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3602. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolution No. 3603 O4.1.9 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a contract with MCSI, Inc. for the City of Auburn government access cable television channel. Councilmember Poe moved and Councilmember Barber seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3603. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Page 12 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes April 21~ 2003 IX. MAYOR'S REPORT A. Executive Session Mayor Lewis recessed the meeting to executive session at 8:18 PM for approximately twenty minutes to discuss pending litigation. At 8:35 PM Mayor Lewis reconvened the regular meeting. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:35 PM. APPROVED THE DAY OF MAY, 2003. Peter B. Lewis, Mayor Cathy Richardson, Deputy City Clerk Page 13