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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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:
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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
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Public Works Department
City Council to approve the surplus of the
which are of no further use to the City:
following items
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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