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CALL TO ORDER
CITY OF AUBURN
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
OCTOBER 6, 2003 7:30 PM
A. Flag Salute
Mayor Peter B. Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM and
led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Mayor Lewis and the following Councilmembers were present: Rich
Wagner, Trish Borden, Fred Poe, Sue Singer, Gene Cerino, and
Nancy Backus. Councilmember Stacey Brothers arrived at 7:32
PM.
Staff members present included: Domestic Violence Victim
Advocate Shelly David, Traffic Engineer Laura Philpot, Parks
Planning and Development Manager Dan Scamporlina, Employee
Relations and Compensation Manager John Fletcher, Police Chief
Jim Kelly, Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Assistant City Engineer Duane
Huskey, Planner Sean Martin, City Engineer Dennis Dowdy,
Planner Shirley Aird, Planning and Community Development
Director Paul Krauss, Community Development Administrator Davis
Osaki, City Attorney Daniel B. Heid, and City Clerk Danielle
Daskam.
C. Announcements and ADDointments
1. Announcements
a) Mayor Lewis congratulated City Clerk Danielle
Daskam for earning the designation of Certified
Municipal Clerk from the International Institutute of
Municipal Clerks.
b) Proclamation — "Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day"
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C)
Mayor Lewis declared October 10, 2003 as "Put the
Brakes on Fatalities Day" in the City of Auburn.
Mayor Lewis presented the Proclamation to Mr. Tim
Miller with Transportation Consulting Northwest. Mr.
Miller explained that October 10th was designated as
"Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day" as there are more
traffic fatalities on this date than any other day of the
year. Mr. Miller noted that, according to the
Washington Traffic Safety Commission, the State of
Washington has a seat belt law compliance level of
94.75%. No other country in the world has reported a
higher level. Mr. Miller reviewed various methods to
increase traffic safety.
Proclamation — "Domestic Violence Awareness
Mnnth"
Mayor Lewis declared the month of October as
"Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in the City of
Auburn.
Mayor Lewis presented the Proclamation to Domestic
Violence Victim Advocate Shelly David. Ms. David
thanked Mayor Lewis and Councilmembers for
supporting the Domestic Violence Task Force and for
allowing displays of the Green River Community
College Clothesline, the "October is the Domestic
Violence Awareness Month" banners, the "Silent
Witnesses" and stories of women who have died in
Washington State, and also the purple lights on the
trees in the City Hall plaza for the month of October.
Ms. David expressed gratitude for the start-up of the
Domestic Violence Victim Impact Panel, which is a
program where individuals who are victims or
perpetrators of domestic violence, or who have lost
family members from domestic violence, share their
stories with people who have committed domestic
violence crimes. The panel has raised over $4,000.
Ms. David also thanked the Auburn WalMart and
Eagles Club for their generous donations, all the
police officers for their participation in arresting
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perpetrators of domestic violence and encouraging
victims to seek help, and the Auburn City Attorney,
Prosecutor, and Judge for the zero tolerance related
to domestic violence crimes.
d) Certificate of Recognition
Mayor Lewis and Fire Chief Bob Johnson presented a
Certificate of Recognition to citizen Zen Troy
Sullivan.
Fire Chief Bob Johnson relayed an incident in which
Mr. Sullivan rescued a young drowning victim, Kevin
Nguyen, from the Green River. When Mr. Sullivan
pulled Kevin from under the water, he was
unresponsive and not breathing. Mr. Sullivan
administered rescue breaths to Kevin while still in the
water and Kevin began breathing on his own. Mr.
Sullivan stayed with Kevin until firefighters arrived on
the scene and removed Kevin from the water, at
which time the medic unit treated him. Kevin was
then transported via helicopter to Harborview Medical
Center.
Chief Johnson thanked Mr. Sullivan on behalf of the
City of Auburn and the Nguyen family. Chief Johnson
presented Mr. Sullivan with a Certificate of
Recognition for his heroic efforts in saving Kevin's
I ife.
Mr. Sullivan stated that he recently completed a
massage therapy program which included a CPR and
first aid course. Mr. Sullivan shared his experience
regarding his rescue efforts. Mr. Sullivan stated that
he was very grateful to have completed the course
and encouraged everyone to take a CPR and first aid
class.
2. Appointments
There were no appointments for Council consideration.
D. Agenda Modifications
There was no agenda modification.
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II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. Consolidated Plan Project and 2004 CDBG Action Plan
03.4.1.7
City Council to conduct a public hearing on amendments to
the City of Auburn Consolidated Plan for Housing and
Community Development and 2004 Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan.
Planner Shirley Aird displayed a Power Point presentation
on the proposed Consolidated Plan and 2004 CDBG Action
Plan. Ms. Aird explained that the Action Plan consists of the
City of Auburn's annual application for funding to Housing
and Urban Development (HUD) and the projects to be
undertaken in 2004. The CDBG Action Plan sets forth
proposed accomplishments related to community strategies,
funding and allocations for 2004, a listing of proposed
projects for 2004, and certification that the City will comply
with HUD regulations.
Ms. Aird reported that the funding source is divided into
three sub -funds including public services, capital projects
and micro -enterprise assistance, and planning
administration.
Ms. Aird reviewed public service grant applications,
planning and administration, and capital projects and micro -
enterprise assistance.
Ms. Aird stated that the public comment period for the 2004
CDBG Action Plan closes October 20, 2003.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing.
No one in the audience requested to speak.
Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing.
2. Application No. ANX03-0001
03.1 ANX03-0001
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City Council to conduct a public hearing on the annexation
of property which is currently located within the City of
Pacific, which area is referred to as the "Pacific Annexation"
and de -annexation of property currently within the City of
Auburn to the City of Pacific, referred to as the "Cool's Cafe"
de -annexation of property located in the vicinity of "A" Street
SE (East Valley Road) and Lakeland Hills Way SE.
Ms. Aird displayed a Power Point presentation on
Application No. ANX03-0001. Ms. Aird explained that the
annexation/deannaxation is a joint effort between the cities
of Auburn and Pacific and annexes a portion of "A" Street
SE, near the Lakeland Hills Way SE intersection to the City
of Auburn and deannexes a portion of property in the vicinity
of Cool's Cafe to the City of Pacific. The application also
establishes interlocal agreements for services, emergency
interties for water, road maintenance, and impact fee
collection.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing:
Edward F. Davis, City of Pacific Community Development
Director
Mr. Davis spoke on behalf of the City of Pacific. Mr. Davis
thanked Mayor Lewis, Councilmembers, and staff for their
cooperation related to the annexation/deannexation
between the cities of Auburn and Pacific. Mr. Davis also
urged Council to place additional traffic patrol at the
intersection of "A" Street SE and Lakeland Hills Way SE
during peak hours.
Alan Claydon, 1825 NE Wheatland Drive, Pullman WA
Mr. Claydon stated that he is a property owner in the
annexation area. Mr. Claydon inquired as to any changes in
the zoning for the annexation area. Mr. Claydon spoke in
favor of the annexation/deannexation between the cities of
Auburn and Pacific.
Planning and Community Development Director Paul Krauss
indicated that Auburn City Code designates zoning for
properties annexed to the City of Auburn as R-1, Single
Family. Properties are then rezoned to the appropriate
designation.
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Beverly Morc, 213 Hawthorn Avenue, Pacific WA
Ms. Morc expressed concern regarding serious safety
issues for students of Riverside High School related to the
intersection of Lakeland Hills Way SE and "A" Street SE.
Ms. Morc requested police assistance for traffic control
during peak hours.
Virginia Haugen, 2503 "R" Street SE. Auburn WA
Ms. Haugen expressed concerns regarding traffic safety
issues due to new development in the City of Auburn.
Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3643.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Mayor Lewis thanked Councilmembers and the City of
Pacific for their cooperation related to the
annexation/deannexation between the cities of Auburn and
Pacific and reported on the progress of the installation of the
traffic signal located at the intersection of "A" Street SE and
Lakeland Hills Way SE.
B. Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak
to the City Council on any issue.
Pat Byrne, 634 "H" Street NE, Auburn WA
Ms. Byrne spoke regarding continuing traffic safety issues related
to speeding vehicles on "H" Street NE. Ms. Byrne noted that a
neighborhood petition for traffic control measures was submitted to
the City of Auburn a couple of years ago and the neighborhood
recently requested assistance from Mayor Lewis. Ms. Byrne stated
that some striping and signage was installed to curb speeding, but
speeding continues to be a problem. Ms. Byrne stated that a new
neighborhood petition to install speed humps was submitted to
Mayor Lewis. Ms. Byrne requested assistance from the City of
Auburn related to the installation of speed humps to decrease
hazards caused by speeding vehicles.
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Traffic Engineer Laura Philpott stated that staff recommends
incremental measures with regard to the installation of traffic
modifications, which allow staff the ability to determine the impacts
of the modifications related to speeding vehicles. Ms. Philpott
relayed various issues, such as drainage, road conditions, and
emergency response capabilities, involved in the installation of
speed humps.
Police Chief Jim Kelly reported that, since school has begun, there
has been an increase in the Police Department presence with an
emphasis on patrolling the "H" Street NE neighborhood.
Approximately fifteen to twenty speeding citations have been
issued recently.
Mayor Lewis reported that he contacted the Auburn School District
for their assistance with regard to traffic safety measures in the "H"
Street NE neighborhood.
Councilmember Singer suggested adding the issue of traffic safety
measures to the next Cities and Schools Forum agenda.
Jim Hughes, 640 "H" Street NE, Auburn WA
Mr. Hughes stated that emergency vehicles can straddle speed
humps and spoke regarding the hazards of speeding vehicles on
"H" Street NE.
Virginia Haugen, 2503 "R" Street SE, Auburn WA
Ms. Haugen commended the efforts of Lea Hill residents related to
opposition to development in the Lea Hill area. Ms. Haugen also
commended efforts of City of Auburn Fire and Police Departments
and spoke in favor of the installation of speed humps where
needed on city streets.
Russ Jones, 11018 SE 322nd Street, Auburn WA
Mr. Jones spoke regarding notification he received of a potential
change in the Comprehensive Plan designation related to an 18 -
acre parcel in his neighborhood. Mr. Jones stated that he is
dissatisfied with city services. Mr. Jones spoke regarding traffic
impacts on the Lea Hill area and also spoke regarding a fatal
accident occurring near the Lea Hill Pump Station, rezoning of a
157 -acre parcel to R-1, transportation impacts and improvements,
and the lack of emergency services. Mr. Jones spoke in favor of
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imposing a building moratorium in the City of Auburn until such
time as transportation corridors can be improved.
Director Krauss pointed out that, at the request of staff, the
application related to the 18 -acre parcel referred to by Mr. Jones
was withdrawn by the applicant. Also, the 157 -acre parcel referred
to by Mr. Jones is owned by the City of Kent Water Utility. Director
Krauss noted that the traffic problems in the Lea Hill area were
created by King County prior to annexation to the City of Auburn.
C. Correspondence
No correspondence was received.
III. 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 surplus property,
wetland mitigation on the Goedecke North property, and
Resolution Nos. 3646 and 3648. The Committee also discussed
remodeling of the City Hall first floor restroom to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Auburn Cemetery
pre -needs agreement. The Committee also received reports on the
King County Solid Waste Business Plan, and the Criminal Justice
Summit, and 2004 Budget presentations for various departments.
The next regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is
scheduled for October 20, 2003 at 5:00 PM.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Borden reported that the Planning and Community
Development Committee met September 22, 2003 at 5:00 PM. The
Committee received two proposals for neighborhood matching
grants, and received 2004 Budget presentations for the Planning
and Community Development and Parks and Recreation
Departments, and the Commercial Retail Fund. The Committee
also reviewed correspondence regarding increases in school
impact fees. The next regular meeting of the Planning and
Community Development Committee is scheduled for October 13,
2003 at 5:00 PM.
C. Public Works
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Chair Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met
September 22, 2003 at 4:30 PM. The Committee discussed
contract administration items, Ordinance No. 5791, and Resolution
No. 3642. The Committee received updates on the well situations
and the Regional Transportation Improvement District (RTID)
process, and reviewed the proposed "F" Street intersection
improvements. The next regular meeting of the Public Works
Committee is scheduled for October 13, 2003 at 5:30 PM.
D. Finance
Chair Poe reported that the Finance Committee met this evening at
6:30. The Committee discussed and recommends approval of
claims and payroll vouchers and surplus equipment. The
Committee also received presentations on the City Council, Mayor,
and Legal Department 2004 budgets, and discussed the request of
the Auburn School District to increase school impact fees. The
Committee recommends increases of school impact fees of 20% for
multi -family housing units and 30% for single-family units.
Chair Poe requested input from Councilmembers regarding
proposed increases to school impact fees.
Councilmember Wagner concurred with the Finance Committee
recommendation.
In response to questions from Councilmembers Brothers, Chair
Poe stated that the School Board performs an analysis of school
impact fees each year which is presented as a revision to the City's
Comprehensive Plan annually.
Councilmember Brothers suggested that the School Board provide
information to the City well in advance of any discussion related to
increasing school impact fees.
Chair Poe reviewed comparisons to other jurisdictions. School
impact fees have not been adjusted since their implementation in
1999.
Councilmember Borden recommended bringing additional
information related to increasing school impact fees to the Planning
and Community Development Committee.
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Chair Poe reported that the Finance Committee also discussed
draft Ordinance No. 5788 and the City Hall first floor restroom
remodel. The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee is
scheduled for October 20, 2003 at 6:30 PM.
IV. COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
At this time Councilmembers may report on items not specifically
described on the agenda, which are of interest to the community.
Councilmember Singer reported that, on September 25, 2003, she met
with the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee which will be bringing
recommendations forward related to expenditures to advertise in several
Eastern Washington cities to promote tourism in Auburn.
Councilmember Singer reported that she attended the South County Area
Transportation Board (SCATBd) meeting. The Board heard the King
County Executive's proposal for the RTID to take transportation funding
from South King County and eastside projects and allocate the funding to
Seattle and Sound Transit. The SCATBd opposed the proposal and
recommended the funding be divided with sub -area equity so that South
King County receives a fair allocation. King County Councilmember Julia
Patterson indicated that she will speak in favor of South King County
cities on the RTID Board.
Councilmember Singer reported that she presented a Key to the City on
behalf of Mayor Lewis to a group of Japanese visitors.
Councilmember Cerino reported that he recently attended a meeting of
the Lake Tapps Task Force. The Task Force discussed current efforts
being made to save Lake Tapps.
Councilmember Borden reported that, on October 1, 2003, she attended a
Growth Management Planning Council meeting. The Council
unanimously approved the designation of Auburn as an urban center.
The Council also discussed the designation of Auburn as an urban
separator between Kent and Auburn related generally to the Lea Hill area.
Councilmember Backus reported that, on October 4, 2003, she and Parks
Planning and Development Manager Dan Scamporlina attended the
Grandview Park Off -leash Dog Area dedication. Grandview Park is a 37 -
acre, fully fenced park located in the City of SeaTac. The park is a result
of cooperative efforts of King County, eight South King County cities, and
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Serve Our dog Area (SODA). This is the only off -leash park in South King
County.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed on the Consent Agenda are considered by the City
Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed.
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1. Minutes of the September 15, 2003 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
r4. U.2, r4. U.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 324391 through 324929 in the
amount of $2,335,989.92 and dated October 6, 2003.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 505746 to 505919 in the amount of
$294,062.87 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $917,550.92 for a grand total of $1,211,613.79 for
the pay period covering September 12, 2003 to October 1,
2003.
C. Surplus Property
F4.6.1
1. Planning Department
City Council to authorize the surplus and disposal of the
following items:
1 - freestanding podium
1 - 30" X 96" folding table
1 - 30" X 48" desk
1 - 36" round table
1 — 5 shelf metal storage unit
1 — side chair
1 - 30" x 48" metal desk
4 — metal brochure racks
7 — 30" x 60" folding tables
1 — Message Display Cabinet
D. Contract Administration
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1. Small Works Project MS 755
04.11.1 MS 755
City Council approve Final Pay Estimate #4 in the amount of
$12,254.81 for Small Works Contract 03-02 with Holt
Drilling, Inc. and accept construction of Project No. MS 755,
Wells 2 and 4 Investigation & Rehabilitation.
E. Call for Public Hearing
1. Local Law Enforcement Block Grant
F5.4.1
City Council to call for a public hearing to be held October
20, 2003 to receive public comment on a Department of
Justice Local Law Enforcement Block Grant in the amount of
$35,416.00 and City matching funds in the amount of
$3,935.00 to pay for overtime costs of officers associated
with the Community Oriented Policing Program.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner
seconded to approve the consent agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Conditional Use Application No. CUP03-0006
03.10.1 CUP03-0006
City Council to consider the request of the Auburn Church of the
Nazarene for a conditional use permit to allow a change in the
current use of a church parsonage located at 1225 29th Street SE
to a church activities facility.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to approve the conditional use permit based upon the
Hearing Examiner's Findings of Facts, Conclusions, and
Conditions, and instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary
ordinance.
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In response to questions from Councilmember Cerino regarding
concerns and issues raised by concerned neighbors, Planning and
Community Development Director Paul Krauss stated that the
issues of concern are addressed by the conditions placed upon the
conditional use permit by the Hearing Examiner.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 5791
F4.3
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, providing for amendment to the City of Auburn
Fee Schedule, and repealing Sections 13.20.050 and
13.48.410 of the Auburn City Code, and amending Chapter
13.40 of the Auburn City Code relating to City fees and
charges for Facility Extensions
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Poe
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5791.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Ordinance No. 5792
03.5
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving the final plat of Lakeland Area 5,
Division 1A, located within the Pierce County portion of the
Lakeland Hills Planned Unit Development within the City of
Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5792.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 3642
F4.3
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute a Traffic
Impact Fee Credit Agreement between the City of Auburn
and Gates, Gates and Gates
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3642.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
Councilmember Poe abstained.
2. Resolution No. 3643
03.1 ANX03-0001
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, providing for the annexation of a portion of
property to the City of Auburn simultaneous to its
deannexation from the City of Pacific, and concurring in the
deannexation of a portion of property from the City of
Auburn simultaneous to its annexation to the City of Pacific,
pursuant to RCW 35.10.217(2)
(See Item No. II.A.2 of these minutes for action on
Resolution No. 3643).
3. Resolution No. 3646
02.0
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute an Interlocal Agreement for fire protection between
the City of Auburn and the City of Algona
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3646.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
4. Resolution No. 3648
A3.16.1, 03.4.1.5
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute Amendment Number One to the City's contract with
W & H Pacific, Inc.
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Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3648
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
IX. MAYOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session
Mayor Lewis recessed the meeting to executive session at 9:04 PM
for approximately ten minutes to discuss pending litigation.
Mayor Lewis reconvened the regular meeting at 9:15 PM.
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X. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 9:15 PM.
APPROVED THE DAY OF OCTOBER, 2003.
Peter B. Lewis, Mayor Cathy Richardson, Deputy City Clerk
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