HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-20-2005 ITEM V-A-1I. CALL TO ORDER
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
June 6, 2005 7:30 PM
A. Flag Salute
Mayor Peter B. Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and
led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Mayor Lewis and the following Councilmembers were present:
Rich Wagner, Sue Singer, Gene Cerino, Nancy Backus, Bill
Peloza, Roger Thordarson, and Lynn Norman.
Staff members present included: Parks and Recreation Director
Daryl Faber, Fire Chief Russ Vandver, Human Resources/Risk
Management Director Brenda Heineman, Police Chief Jim Kelly,
Information Services Director Lorrie Rempher, Planning and
Community Development Director Paul Krauss, Public Works
Director Dennis Dowdy, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, City
Attorney Daniel B. Heid, and City Clerk Danielle Daskam.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) Patrick Mason of the Municipal Research and
Services Center (MRSC) and the Washington State
Association of Municipal Attorneys (WSAMA) to
present the Ernest H. Campbell Award (for excellence
in the practice of municipal law) to City Attorney
Daniel B. Heid.
Attorney Heid introduced his wife Cheryl, daughters Lisa,
Andrea, and Brenda, granddaughters Kailey, Olivia, and
Maura, and mother-in-law Phyllis Winchester.
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Mr. Mason stated that he is the Secretary/Treasurer for
WSAMA. WSAMA represents all the city attorneys and
assistant city attorneys in Washington State. It has been in
existence since 1957 and has approximately 600 members.
The highest award given by WSAMA is the Ernest H.
Campbell Award. This award is given very sparingly, only
having been awarded eight times since its inception in 1992.
Dr. Ernest Campbell was the Chief Attorney and Director of
MRSC and was one of the founders of WSAMA, serving as
Secretary/Treasurer for approximately 25 years. He was the
foremost expert in municipal law in Washington State and
was a legend in municipal law and with city officials. He was
a man of absolute integrity, totally devoted to his work, and
absolutely professional in his conduct on all levels. He was
very generous with his time and knowledge and worked to
share that expertise with city attorneys. In these respects,
there are many similarities to Attorney Heid. In addition,
Attorney Heid has also shared his terrific sense of humor
and tremendous social graces. Attorney Heid was primarily
selected for this award for his many contributions to the
WSAMA conferences, at which he has spoken over twenty
times on numerous subjects pertaining to municipal law. He
has served as Chair of the WSAMA Legislative Committee,
is called on to testify on legislative bills of interest for cities
and towns, serves as Chair of the WSAMA Amicus
Committee, which reviews court cases important to cities in
Washington State, and frequently acts as mentor and
advisor to other municipal attorneys in the state.
Mr. Mason expressed his gratitude to Attorney Heid for his
assistance over the years and stated that he knows of no
more deserving recipient of the Ernest H. Campbell Award.
Mr. Mason presented the award to Attorney Heid.
Attorney Heid reminisced about Dr. Campbell and expressed
his thanks to all those in attendance for the honor of
receiving the Ernest H. Campbell Award.
2. Appointments
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a) Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
City Council to confirm the appointment of Julie Scott
to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee for a three-
year term to expire December 31, 2007.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember
Wagner seconded to confirm the appointment of Julie
Scott to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
D. Agenda Modifications
A revised Exhibit 1 to Resolution No. 3862 was distributed during
the meeting under Item VIII.B.3 of these minutes.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
No public hearing was scheduled for this evening.
B. Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak
to the City Council on any issue.
No audience member requested to speak before the Council.
C. Correspondence
No correspondence was received.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Chair Cerino reported that the Municipal Services Committee met
this evening at 5:00. The Committee discussed and recommends
approval of Resolution No. 3862 with minor amendments to be
distributed this evening. The Committee also discussed proposed
Ordinance No. 5919 related to leaving children unattended in a
vehicle with keys in the ignition, 2005 Budget Amendment #2, V -
net Interlocal Agreement, Auburn City Code 10.58.040 amendment
on skateboards, roller skates and coasters, a bicycle ordinance,
grocery cart ordinance, and the Municipal Services Committee
Project Matrix. The next regular meeting of the Municipal Services
Committee is scheduled for June 20, 2005 at 5:00 p.m.
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B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Norman reported that the Planning and Community
Development Committee met May 23, 2005 at 5:00 p.m. The
Committee discussed and recommends approval of Resolution No.
3859 and the Stipp annexation. The Committee also discussed
Ordinance No. 5913, the West Main Street project, public art,
homeless encampments, and the West Hill Annexation Joint
Committee. The next regular meeting of the Planning and
Community Development Committee is scheduled for June 13,
2005 at 5:00 p.m.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met May
23, 2005 at 3:30 p.m. The Committee discussed and recommends
approval of contract administration items for Save Our Streets
Project No. C502C, 2005 Citywide Asphalt Overlays, Non -classified
Streets. The Committee also received an update on the Auburn
Environmental Park project, and discussed project accounting
software, the arterial street program, and street lighting in the Lea
Hill area. The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee
is scheduled for June 13, 2005 at 3:30 p.m.
D. Finance
Chair Backus reported that the Finance Committee met this
evening at 6:30. Chair Backus introduced Girls Scouts Karin
Lofgren and Stephanie Zuiderduin in attendance to earn a
government and leadership merit badge. The Committee
discussed and recommends approval of claims and payroll
vouchers, contract administration relating to EDEN Systems,
Incorporated, and Resolution No. 3860. The Committee also
discussed the 2005 Budget Amendment #2, V -Net Interlocal
Agreement, Resolution No. 3862, and a potential partnership with
the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce. The next regular
meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for June 20, 2005
at 6:30 p.m.
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 all City Councilmembers attended
the Auburn Downtown Association Awards banquet, and that she
attended meetings of the Puget Sound Regional Council, Suburban Cities
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Association, and Puget Sound Regional Council Executive Board, a
meeting related to growth of biomedical/biotechnical industries in south
King County hosted by Representative Adam Smith, and a special
meeting of the King County Council. She and other Councilmembers also
attended the ACAP Fundraising Breakfast, and she, Mayor Lewis and
Councilmember Norman attended a consortium of the Auburn biomedical
field.
Councilmember Wagner reported that he attended the Chinook
Elementary School DARE graduation and a special Public Works
Committee meeting regarding progress on the State Route 164 study.
Councilmember Backus reported on attendance at Auburn Clean Sweep
and the ribbon -cutting ceremony for Grocery Outlet. She also attended
the Auburn Downtown Association Awards banquet, Memorial Day
services at Mountain View Cemetery and Veterans Memorial Park, and
the ACAP Fundraising Breakfast.
Councilmember Norman reported that she attended the YMCA Children's
Community Needs Assessment, Auburn Clean Sweep, Nelson Clock
dedication, Auburn Downtown Association Awards banquet, ACAP
Fundraising Breakfast, and an Auburn Parks and Recreation dance
recital.
Councilmember Cerino reported that he attended meetings of the Pierce
County Regional Council and Lake Tapps Task Force, and also attended
an Auburn Extreme Sports event.
Councilmember Thordarson reported that he attended a Regional Transit
Committee meeting, Evergreen City Ballet open house, and an Auburn
Extreme Sports event sponsored by the Auburn Optimist Club and
spearheaded by Auburn Fire Fighter Mark Patterson.
Councilmember Peloza reported that all City Councilmembers attended
the City Council retreat at Green River Community College. He also
attended Water Resource Inventory Area Forum and Steering Committee
meetings, Auburn Clean Sweep, Memorial Day services at Mountain View
Cemetery and Veterans Memorial Park, Rio Verde Kiwanis Club meeting,
Metro Water Pollution Abatement Committee meeting, ACAP Fundraising
Breakfast, Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run, and a special
meeting of the King County Council. He addressed the Council regarding
problems related to a junkyard on Lea Hill in the City of Auburn's potential
annexation area, which is currently in the King County Prosecutor's office
for litigation. He also advised the Council that photographs of sex
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offenders are required by the Revised Code of Washington to be shown
on the County's website for citizen safety.
Mayor Lewis commented on the tremendous success of the fourth annual
Auburn Clean Sweep and expressed pride in the efforts of the Auburn
community. He also commented on the attendance of the English as a
second language class held at Grace Community Church. Mayor Lewis
reported that he attended the Lions, Kiwanas, Rotary, and Soroptomist
club meetings, DARE graduation at Chinook Elementary School, Yahn &
Sons Funeral Home grand opening, Auburn Downtown Association
Awards banquet, Memorial Day services at Mountain View Cemetery and
Veterans Memorial Park, King County Council Regional Policy Committee
meeting, various neighborhood meetings, ACAP Fundraising Breakfast,
Community in Schools fundraiser, Special Olympics Law Enforcement
Torch Run, Auburn Extreme Sports event, and a special meeting of the
King County Council.
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.
A. Minutes
1. Minutes of the May 16, 2005 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2,F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 341480 through 341954 in the
amount of $1,708,874.35 and dated June 6, 2005.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 512330 to 512486 in the amount of
$287,207.21 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $1,030,975.72 for a grand total of $1,318,182.93
for the pay period covering May 12, 2005 to June 1, 2005.
C. Contract Administration
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1. Public Works Project Number C502C
04.9.1 PR C502C
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for Project
No. C502C, 2005 Citywide Asphalt Overlays, Non -Classified
Streets.
2. Public Works Project Number C320A
05.2 PR C320A
City Council approve Final Pay Estimate #5 to Contract 04-
06 with T.F. Sahli Construction and accept construction of
Project No. C320A, West Beverly Park Development.
3. Finance Department Agreement
A2.1.2
City Council approve the contract amendment with EDEN
Systems, Incorporated, to include licensing for Project
Accounting software.
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. Application Number ANX05-0004
City Council to consider the request of James A. Stipp to annex
approximately four acres of unimproved land adjacent to the west
boundary of the existing city limits just west of Mountain View
Cemetery and south of South 328th Street.
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to accept the ten percent annexation petition and
authorize staff to circulate a sixty percent petition for annexation.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
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A. Ordinances
There were no ordinances for Council consideration.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 3859
01.2, F5.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds from
King County Water and Land Resources in the amount of
Two Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($2,500) to improve
water quality resulting from car washing activities and
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an
agreement with King County
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3859.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Resolution No. 3860
F4.7
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the transfer of funds for the
purpose of making a loan or loans from the General Fund
and/or the Cumulative Reserve Fund to the Arterial Street
Fund for up to a three-year period of time
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3860.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
3. Resolution No. 3862
A3.16.4, 04.4.3.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an Agreement for Professional Services with Rice Fergus
Miller Architecture and Planning, L.L.P. for Project MS795,
Fire Station Relocation Study
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3862 as revised in
Municipal Services Committee earlier this evening.
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Revisions
to Exhibit 1 include
substituting
references to
"Agency"
with "City', including
the Mayor
and Finance
Director in the composition of
the building
committee as
described
in Task 2 on page
1 of 3 of Exhibit A, and
changing
the mileage reimbursement
rate
to $0.375 per
mile.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
IX. MAYOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session
Mayor Lewis recessed the meeting at 8:32 p.m. for a five-minute
intermission and then immediately to executive session for
approximately fifteen minutes in order to discuss real property
acquisition. At 8:49 p.m. Mayor Lewis extended the executive
session for an additional fifteen minutes.
Mayor Lewis reconvened the meeting at 9:08 p.m.
City Attorney Heid read the title of Resolution No. 3863 as follows:
Resolution No. 3863
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a contract with
Kenneth G. Harper for remainder of lease for Rail Tavern and
settlement of pending legal action
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Norman
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3863.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
X. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 9:09 p.m.
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APPROVED THE DAY OF JUNE, 2005.
Peter B. Lewis, Mayor
Cathy Richardson, Deputy City Clerk
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available for review at the City Clerk's Office and at the Library.
Internet: http://wviw.auburnwa.gov
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