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1. CALL TO ORDER
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
MAY 5, 2008 7:30 PM
A. Flag Salute
Mayor 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,
Lynn Norman and Virginia Haugen.
Staff members present included: GIS Manager Ashley Riggs;
Human Resources and Risk Management Director Brenda
Heineman; Planning, Building and Community Director Cindy
Baker; Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy; Chief of Police Jim
Kelly; City Attorney Daniel B. Heid; Parks, Arts and Recreation
Director Daryl Faber; Finance Director Shelley Coleman; Parks
Maintenance Manager Mike Miller; and City Clerk Danielle
Daskam.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) Mill Pond Fishing Derby
Mayor Lewis introduced Lions Club Member Bob
Darrigan to report on the Mill Pond Fishing Derby.
Mr. Darrigan reported on the fourth Annual Fishing
Derby for Special Needs Youth which was held at
Auburn Mill Pond last weekend. Club members and
their families joined together to bring this event to
Auburn. Special needs children, their families and
their friends were invited to this year's event. Mr.
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Darrigan thanked Mayor Lewis, Parks Maintenance
Manager Mike Miller, Washington State Department
of Fish and Wildlife, Auburn Sports and Marine,
Green River Steelhead Trout Club, and other
contributors for their cooperation in organizing this
event. Mr. Darrigan presented Parks Maintenance
Manager Mike Miller with a certificate of appreciation
for his assistance in making the Fishing Derby such a
successful event the past four years.
b) Auburn Rotary Club to Present City of Auburn
with $25,000 for Improvements to Rotary Park
Auburn Rotary Club President Mike McDermott was
joined by club members Josh Hatley, Dr. Francis
Horner, Karen Henry, and Dr. Tom Hughes to present
the City of Auburn with a $25,000 check to fund
renovations to Rotary Park. Other Auburn Rotary
Club members in attendance included
Councilmember Bill Peloza, City Attorney Dan Heid,
Police Chief Jim Kelly, and Parks, Arts and
Recreation Director Daryl Faber. The Rotary Park
work party will be held June 6tn and 7tn
c) Proclamation - "Relay for Life Auburn Cancer
Walk Days"
Mayor Lewis read and presented a proclamation
declaring May 16 and 17, 2008 as "Relay for Life
Auburn Cancer Walk Days" in the city of Auburn to JD
Drollinger, Chairman of the Auburn Relay for Life
Committee.
Mr. Drollinger presented Mayor Lewis with a
commemorative sign designating Auburn as a Relay
for Life community.
d) Proclamation - "Discover Auburn Week"
Mayor Lewis read and Mayor Pro Tern and Auburn
Tourism Board Chair Sue Singer presented a
proclamation declaring the week of May 10-17, 2008
as "Discover Auburn Week" in the city of Auburn to
Auburn Tourism Director Debbie Luce. Ms. Luce
spoke briefly regarding the Discover Auburn activities
and contest that will begin next week.
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e) Proclamation - "Peace Officers' Memorial Day
and National Police Week"
Mayor Lewis read and presented a proclamation
declaring May 15 as Peace Officers' Memorial Day
and the week of May 11-18, 2008 as Police Week in
the city of Auburn to Chief of Police Jim Kelly. Mayor
Lewis encouraged citizens to commemorate law
enforcement officers for their service. Chief Kelly
thanked Mayor Lewis and the City Council for their
continued support of the Auburn Police Department.
2. Appointments
There was no appointment for Council consideration.
D. Agenda Modifications
There was no agenda modification.
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. Those wishing to speak are
reminded to sign in on the form provided.
Joe Sciola, 1225 23`d Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Sciola spoke regarding the conditions of a neighboring
residence. Mr. Sciola stated the residence was abandoned by its
owner five years ago leaving five cats inside and the premises in
poor condition. Mr. Sciola reported that he has reported the
conditions to Animal Control, the Public Health Department, and
Code Enforcement to no avail. Mr. Sciola requested that the City
take steps to rectify the nuisance.
Dick Hutchens, 1405 23`d Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Hutchens agreed with the comments made by Mr. Sciola earlier
regarding the condition of the house on 23"' Street SE. Mr.
Hutchens stated that the house is stacked with garbage, the septic
system has backed up, and the premises is filled with abandoned
cars, filth and rodents. Mr. Hutchens also reported that each time a
notice of code violation is posted on the premises, a neighbor
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removes the notice. Mr. Hutchens requested the City take action to
rectify the situation.
Joe O'Donnell, 1315 23rd Street SE, Auburn
Mr. O'Donnell requested that the City improve 22nd Street SE, 23rd
Street SE, 24th Street SE and 25th Street SE. Mr. O'Donnell also
agreed with comments made by Mr. Sciola and Mr. Hutchens
earlier regarding the condition of the house on 23rd Street SE. He
requested that the City take action to remedy the condition of the
house.
Mayor Lewis responded to the public comments regarding the
house on 23rd Street SE. Mayor Lewis stated that City Code
Enforcement Officers have visited the site and written violations
when warranted. Additionally, Animal Control has visited the site,
and the City has requested King County Public Health to inspect
the premises. Mayor Lewis assured the neighbors that the City's
Code Enforcement Officers will continue to inspect the site on a
regular basis. Mayor Lewis encouraged the neighbors to contact
their King County Council representative and King County Public
Health and urge them to address the septic system issue.
Mayor Lewis responded to Mr. O'Donnell's comments regarding the
condition of the streets in his neighborhood. Mayor Lewis reported
that the Save Our Streets Programs provides for the improvement
of approximately seven and one-half miles per year. Mayor Lewis
stated that a portion of 23rd Street SE east of Cedar Lanes will be
improved this year, and a portion of 23rd Street SE toward R Street
SE will be improved next year.
C. Correspondence
No correspondence was received for City Council review.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Chair Cerino reported the Municipal Services Committee met April
28, 2008. The Committee discussed Resolution No. 4345 relating
to the National League of Cities' Partnership for Inclusive
Communities, a proposed Adopt-a-Road and Adopt-a-Stop
Programs, reducing police patrol car idling and a possible idling
ordinance, a license plate reader program, and Resolution No.
4348 approving a Purchase and Sale Agreement. The next regular
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meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for May
12, 2008 at 3:30 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Norman reported the Planning and Community Development
Committee met April 22, 2008. The Committee discussed the
status of State Route 18 signage for Auburn's city center,
Ordinance No. 6173 relating to two-hour parking zones, Resolution
No. 4328 approving a Transportation Improvement Board grant,
Resolution No. 4340 approving a Public Works Trust Fund Loan,
the workings of a public development authority, Resolution No.
4315 approving a Design Agreement with the Army Corps of
Engineers for Mill Creek Restoration, and an Agreement for
Services with Tetra Tech for the 15th Street culvert enhancement
project. The next regular meeting of the Planning and Community
Development Committee is scheduled for May 12, 2008 at 5:00
p.m.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee met this
afternoon at 3:30. The Committee approved right-of-way use
permits for Petpalooza and Holy Family Church and contract
administration items related to the Olympic Middle School
Pedestrian Project, the 2008 Local Street Pavement Preservation
Project, and traffic data collection. The Committee recommended
approval of Ordinance No. 6173 regarding two-hour parking zones
on West Main Street, Resolution No. 4335 approving an Interlocal
Agreement with City of Pacific regarding sewer service area
boundaries, and Resolution No. 4350 approving a license
agreement with MCI Communications. The Committee also
discussed traffic impact fees and Resolution No. 4349 relating to a
Purchase and Sale Agreement with Lee Fields. The next regular
meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for May 19,
2008 at 3:30 p.m.
D. Finance
Chair Backus reported the Finance Committee met this evening at
6:30. The Committee approved consent items comprised of claims
and payroll vouchers and a contract with Tetra Tech, Inc. for the
15th Street Culvert Enhancement Project. The Committee
recommended approval of Resolution No. 4315 authorizing a
design agreement with the Army Corps of Engineers and
Resolution Nos. 4348 and 4349 approving Purchase and Sale
Agreements. The Committee also discussed Resolution No. 4345
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approving an Interlocal Agreement with City of Pacific regarding
sewer service areas and Resolution No. 4350 regarding an
agreement with MCI Communications. The next regular meeting of
the Finance Committee is scheduled for May 19, 2008 at 6:30 p.m.
E. Community Center
Chair Wagner reported the Community Center Committee met April
24, 2008. The Committee discussed the budget for the Community
Center construction and LEED certification. Chair Wagner
announced that an open house will be held Thursday, May 8 at
6:00 p.m. at the Parks, Arts and Recreation Building to provide
information and receive comments on the proposed Community
Center building and site concept design. The next meetings of the
Community Center Committee are scheduled for May 7 and 12,
2008.
F. Downtown Redevelopment
Chair Norman reported that the next regular meeting of the
Downtown Redevelopment meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2008
at 3:30 p.m.
IV. REPORTS
At this time the Mayor and City Council may report on significant items
associated with their appointed positions on state, regional and local
organizations.
A. From the Council
Mayor Pro Tern Singer reported on her attendance at the Puget
Sound Regional Council General Assembly meeting and her re-
election as President of the Puget Sound Regional Council.
Councilmember Backus reported that she and Councilmember
Norman attended a National League of Cities Leadership Training
Institute conference on economic development.
Councilmember Peloza reported on his attendance at meetings of
the King County Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee and the
Regional Water Quality Committee. Additionally, Councilmember
Peloza attended the flag transfer ceremony at the new Veterans
Building.
Councilmember Haugen congratulated Gildo Rey and Pioneer
Elementary Schools on receiving state grant funds for
implementation of new lunch programs.
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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 April 21, 2008 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 373596 through 374040 in the
amount of $2,166,281.74 and a wire transfer in the amount
of $4,389.84 and dated May 5, 2008.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 523142 to 523273 in the amount of
$353,333.88 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $1,110,751.50 for a grand total of $1,464,085.38
for the pay period covering April 17, 2008 to April 30, 2008.
C. Contract Administration
1. Professional Services Contract No. 08-09
03.4.1.17
City Council approve an Agreement for Professional
Services Contract No. 08-09 with Tetra Tech, Inc. for
professional services related to the 15th Street Culvert
Enhancement project.
2. Public Works Project Number CP0759
04.12.1 CP0759
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for Project
No. CP0759, Olympic Middle School Pedestrian
Improvements.
3. Public Works Project Number CP0808
04.9.1 CP0808
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for Project
No. CP0808, 2008 Local Street Pavement Preservation
project.
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4. Public Works Service Agreement AG-S-020
A3.16.9, 04.10
City Council grant permission to enter into Service
Agreement No. AG-S-020 with Trafficount, Inc. for the City's
annual traffic count program.
Mayor Pro Tern 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
There was no new business.
VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 6173
01.2
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Section 10.36.390 of the Auburn
City Code relating to creating a two-hour parking zone on
West Main Street and F Street NW
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6173.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Ordinance No. 6175
03.6
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving a Major Amendment to the Lakeland
Hills South Planned Unit Development (PUD) Final
Development Plan
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Backus seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6175.
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MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
3. Ordinance No. 6176
03.8 REZ08-0001
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving a newly added portion of the
Lakeland Hills South Planned Unit Development to be
rezoned from R-1 Single Family Residential to Planned Unit
Development (PUD) District Light Commercial - Lakeland
Hills South Special Plan Area
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Backus seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6176.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 4315
03.4.1.17, 04.11, F5.4
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Auburn and the
Department of The Army for design of the Mill Creek
Restoration Project
Councilmember Backus moved and Mayor Pro Tem Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4315.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Resolution No. 4328
F5.2.15, 04.9.1
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to accept a grant in the
amount of Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000) from the
Transportation Improvement Board for the design and
construction of West Valley Highway Improvements
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Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4328.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
3. Resolution No. 4335
04.6.1
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
Pacific
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4335.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
4. Resolution No. 4340
04.9.1 CP0611, F5.2.17
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute a Public
Works Trust Fund Loan Agreement between the City of
Auburn (The City) and the Public Works Board (The Board
for Project No. CP0611, M Street NE/Harvey Road & 8t
Street NE Improvements
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4340.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
5. Resolution No. 4348
A3.13.4
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a Purchase and Sale Agreement between the City of Auburn
and Eric A. Hamilton for real property
Councilmember Backus moved and Mayor Pro Tern Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4348.
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MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
6. Resolution No. 4349
A3.13.4
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a Purchase and Sale Agreement between the City of Auburn
and Lee Fields for real property
Councilmember Backus moved and Mayor Pro Tem Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4349.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
7. Resolution No. 4350
03.10.9
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 and MClmetro
Access Transmission Services for a license to use the City
of Auburn's conduits
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4350.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 8:38 p.m.
APPROVED THE DAY OF MAY 2008.
Peter B. Lewis, Mayor Danielle Daskam, City Clerk
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office, on the City website, and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are
available for review at the City Clerk's Office and at the Library.
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