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1. CALL TO ORDER
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
NOVEMBER 17, 2008 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, Lynn Norman and Virginia Haugen.
Staff members present included: Assistant Planning Director
Kevin Snyder; Information Services Director Lorrie Rempher; City
Attorney Daniel B. Heid; Finance Director Shelley Coleman; Human
Resources/Risk and Property Management Director Brenda
Heineman; Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy; Deputy Police
Chief Bob Lee; Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Daryl Faber;
Parks Planning and Development Manager Bob Wuotila;
Environmental Protection Manager Kelly McLain Aardal, Planner
Chris Anderson; and City Clerk Danielle Daskam.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) Washington Committee for Employer Support of
the Guard and Reserve
Jim Shepherd, Chairman for the Washington State
Committee Employer Support for the Guard and
Reserve (ESGR) and Larry Kirchner of the King
County Chapter of the ESGR were on hand to
participate in the signing of the City of Auburn's
Statement of Support for the Guard and Reserve.
ESGR is a Defense Department organization, staffed
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primarily by volunteers, whose purpose is to build
support in the civilian employment community for the
men and women who serve in the National Guard and
Reserve components of the United States Military.
Upon Mayor Lewis's signature on the Statement of
Support, Mr. Shepherd thanked Mayor Lewis for his
support and the support of the Council and directors.
Mr. Kirchner presented patriot pins to the City Council
in appreciation of their support.
Director Dowdy announced that three members of the
Public Works Department are serving in the National
Guard: John Murphy, John Harvey, and Manuel
Mesa. Staff Sergeant Mesa was in attendance. Staff
Sergeant Mesa has served nine years in the Army
and has been in several overseas tours including two
tours in Iraq. Staff Sergeant Mesa is grateful for the
opportunities provided by the Army, including meeting
his wife, who is currently serving in Iraq.
Deputy Chief of Police Lee reported that seven
members of the Auburn Police Department serve in
the military: Retired Marine Corps Reservist Andy
Gould, Air Force National Guard Reservist Stan
Adamski, Air Force Reservist Shaun Feero currently
deployed in Afghanistan, Army Reservist Danny
Benavente deployed in Iraq, Air Force Reservist Mike
Burris, Naval Reservist Mike Jordan, and Army
Reserve National Guard Eric Armstrong. Police
Officer Eric Armstrong reported on the extraordinary
support he received from the City and the Auburn
Police Department "family" during and after his
service for the National Guard and his overseas
deployment. He thanked the City administration for
their support.
b) Proclamation - 112008 Tree Stewards"
Mayor Lewis declared the Auburn Adventist Academy
as 2008 Tree Stewards for preserving the 90 foot oak
tree at the Auburn Adventist Academy, 5000 Auburn
Way South, a "Significant Tree". Mayor Lewis was
joined by City of Auburn Tree Board member Lonnie
Sundal and Parks Planning and Development
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Manager Bob Wuotila to present the proclamation
and award to Auburn Adventist Academy Principal
Keith Hallam in honor of the Oregon White Oak.
c) Auburn Downtown Association
Mayor recognized members of the Auburn Downtown
Association (ADA) in attendance: ADA Acting
President Ronnie Robertson (Gosanko Chocolates),
ADA Vice President Allison Vandenburg (Washington
Federal Savings), ADA Secretary Cindy Fields (Fields
& Company), ADA Treasurer John Rottle (Rottle's
Clothing and Shoes), and ADA Interim Director Arla
Holzschuh. Members reported that the ADA has a full
board that represents a cross-section of community
members and business member. The ADA members
thanked the City for their support.
2. Appointments
There was no appointment for Council consideration.
D. Agenda Modifications
Agenda modifications included a correction to the title of Resolution
No. 4418 and the addition of Resolution Nos. 4416 and 4421.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. 2009 - 2010 Biennial Budget
F3.22
City Council to conduct a public hearing to receive public
comments and suggestions with regard to the proposed
2009 - 2010 Biennial Budget.
Finance Director Coleman reported that the Preliminary
2009-2010 Biennial Budget has been published and is on
file with the City Clerk. The budget is proposed for adoption
on December 1, 2008.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing at 7:53 p.m.
Faith Ritchie, Chief Executive Officer of the Valley Cities
Counseling and Consultation, 2704 1 Street NE, Auburn
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Ms. Ritchie thanked the City for its support of human
services programs.
Rhonda Witzler, 4851 Kent-Des Moines Road, Kent
Ms. Witzler reported that she is a real estate agent
representing Kathy Malek who lives at 320 Western Avenue
located in the Environmental Park District. Ms. Witzler
stated that by including Ms. Malek's property in the
Environmental Park District, the value of her property has
been reduced. Ms. Witzler proposed rezoning Ms Malek's
property to M1.
There being no further comment regarding the budget,
Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing.
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.
Kathleen Malek, 320 Western Avenue, Auburn
Ms. Malek stated that she has owned her property on Western
Avenue for forty-eight years. She urged the City Council to
reconsider the zoning for the east side of Western Avenue and
rezone it to M1 or purchase the property outright. She stated the
area is not livable due to mosquitoes from the Environmental Park
and truck traffic from surrounding businesses.
Robert Malek, 340 Western Avenue, Auburn
Mr. Malek spoke regarding his mother's property located at 320
Western Avenue. He spoke briefly regarding the impact of flooding
on his mother's property. He urged the City Council to assist his
mother in any way possible.
Stacie Curlee, 7711 214th East, Bonney Lake
Ms. Curlee spoke regarding a benefit held at Auburn Riverside
High School last Saturday for her nephew, Nick Konkler whose
father is a City of Auburn employee. Nick is battling a major cancer
for the second time in his eleven years. Ms. Curlee spoke
regarding the "heart" of the community and thanked community
members for their support of the Konkler family.
C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council review.
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III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Chair Cerino reported the Municipal Services Committee met
November 10, 2008. The Committee reviewed Resolution No.
4411 approving a Hazardous Waste Management Grant and
Resolution No. 4414 adjusting airport fees. The Committee also
discussed Ordinance No. 6207 setting the 2009 property tax levy
rate, Ordinance No. 6209 amending the 2007-2008 Biennial
Budget, and a proposed false alarm ordinance. The next regular
meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for
November 24, 2008 at 3:30 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Norman reported the Planning and Community Development
Committee met November 10, 2008. The Committee members
reviewed Resolution No. 4415 accepting a King Conservation
Grant for the Smith property (Fenster) Habitat Acquisition Project.
The Committee also discussed the Brannan Park lighting project,
universal playgrounds, Ordinance No. 6211 regarding parking in
residential zones, Ordinance No. 6209 amending the 2007-2008
Biennial Budget, Ordinance No. 6208 regarding parking near
Auburn High School, the health care district overlay, the
development code update, 2008 Comprehensive Plan overview,
residential conversions, the Les Gove Park Community Center
project, and the Auburn Downtown Association. The next regular
meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee
is scheduled for November 24, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee met this
afternoon at 3:30. The Committee reviewed several contract
administration items including Project CP0731, the 2007 Sewer
Repair and Replacement Project; Project CP0752 final pay
estimate for the M Street SE Sidewalks LID Project; and Project
C501A, the Urban Center Transportation Improvements Project.
The Committee also reviewed Resolution No. 4417 approving an
interlocal agreement with Pierce Transit and Metro to provide
transit service between the Lakeland area and the transit center,
Resolution No. 4418 which is an extension of the transit agreement
approved by Resolution No. 4417 and adds a community/shopper
shuttle, Ordinance No. 6208 relating to parking in the area of
Auburn High School, Ordinance No. 6210 setting speed limits,
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Ordinance No. 6211 relating to parking in residential areas, the
2008 Comprehensive Plan amendments, Ordinance No. 6209
approving 2007-2008 budget amendments, an update on the 8th
Street and Harvey Road intersection project, grant status, design
standards, Resolution No. 4419 authorizing an agreement for
heating, ventilation and air conditioning service, and Resolution No.
4420 relating to janitorial services. The next regular meeting of the
Public Works Committee is scheduled for December 1, 2008 at
3:30 p.m.
D. Finance
Chair Backus reported the Finance Committee met this evening at
6:30 p.m. The Committee approved claims and payroll vouchers,
Ordinance No. 6207 setting the 2009 property tax levy, Ordinance
No. 6209 amending the 2007-2008 Biennial Budget, Resolution No.
4419 authorizing an agreement for heating, ventilation and air
conditioning service, Resolution No. 4420 relating to janitorial
services, and Resolution No. 4421 declaring property surplus. The
Committee also discussed Resolution Nos. 4417 and 4418
regarding interlocal agreements for transit service and the South
Correctional Entity Facility Development Authority. The next
regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for
December 1, 2008 at 6:30 p.m.
E. Community Center
Chair Wagner reported the Community Center Committee has not
met since the last City Council meeting. The next meeting of the
Community Center Committee is scheduled for December 19, 2008
at 2:00 p.m.
F. Downtown Redevelopment
Chair Norman reported the Downtown Redevelopment Committee
has not met since the last City Council meeting.
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
Deputy Mayor Singer congratulated the Auburn Food Bank for a
successful fund raising event which drew the attendance of over
500 people. Deputy Mayor Singer reported that she and
Councilmembers Backus and Peloza attended the National League
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of Cities Conference last week. She participated in session on
tourism, integration of new community members, and climate
change.
Councilmember Backus reported that she attended the National
League of Cities Conference where she participated as a member
of the Finance, Administration and Intergovernmental Relations
Policy and Advocacy Committee. Discussions focused on the
support of the Municipal Bonds Fairness Act, the 2010 Census, the
Federal Consent Decree Fairness Act, opposition to legislation that
prevents local government from collection of business activity
taxes, and the state and local government authority over tax
incentives and economic development.
Councilmember Peloza reported on his attendance at the King
County Reclaimed Water Comprehensive Plan workshop where
evaluation criteria was discussed. Councilmember Peloza also
reported on his attendance at the National League of Cities
Conference where he participated as a member of the Energy,
Environment, and Natural Resources Steering Committee which
discussed sustainability, building green communities, water
infrastructure financing, climate protection, and anti-armoring of
shorelines. Councilmember Peloza also spoke regarding the
progress of the Auburn Farmers Market. He announced that an
open house will be held this Thursday for potential vendors. The
Farmers Market is scheduled to open June 14, 2008 at the Sound
Transit plaza.
Councilmember Wagner reported that he attended the King County
Solid Waste Advisory Committee on behalf of Councilmember
Peloza. The Committee discussed mitigation for transit stations
and sold waste truck traffic.
Councilmember Norman complimented the Lions Club for the lunch
they prepared for the Veterans Day observance.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Lewis commented on the City's Veterans Day events held
November 8, including the largest Veterans Day Parade west of the
Mississippi River. Governor Gregoire attended the parade and
commemoration ceremony at the Veterans Memorial in Veterans
Parks. On the same day, the Auburn School District hosted the
marching band competition at Auburn High School where twenty-
nine bands participated in competition.
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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 November 3, 2008 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
Claims
Claims check numbers 379994 through 379996 and
numbers 380076 through 380460 in the amount of
$2,999,088.67 and two wire transfers in the amount of
$209,812.22 and dated November 17, 2008.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 524925 through 525040 in the
amount of $834,217.41 and electronic deposit transmissions
in the amount of $1,169,234.55 for a grand total of
$2,003,451.96 for the pay period covering October 30, 2008
to November 12, 2008.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Project No. CP0804
04.11.1 CP0804
City Council award Contract 08-23, Project No. CP0804,
Green River Pump Station Modifications, to Gary Harper
Construction on their low bid of $61,840.00, plus
Washington State sales tax of $5,565.60 for a total contract
price of $67,405.60.
2. Public Works Project No. CP0731
04.6.3 CP0731
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for Project
No. CP0731, 2007 Sewer Repair and Replacement Project
3. Public Works Project No. CP0752
04.9.1 CP0752, F2.4.9 LID 350
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City Council approve Final Pay Estimate No. 3 to Small
Works Contract 08-01 in the amount of $5,932.60, for a total
contract price of $155,722.27, with Asphalt Patch Systems,
Inc. and accept construction of Project No. CP0752, M
Street SE Sidewalk LID.
4. Public Works Project No. C501A
04.9.1 C501A
City Council approve Final Pay Estimate No. 5 to Contract
06-20 in the amount of $13,335.63, for a total contract price
of $539,955.04, with Archer Construction and accept
construction of Project No. C501A, Urban Center
Transportation Improvements.
5. Consultant Agreement No. AG-C-302
A3.16.9, 03.4.1.10
City Council grant permission to enter into (Amendment No.
1) Consultant Agreement No. AG-C-302 with Brown and
Caldwell, for Engineering Services related to the
Comprehensive Storm Drainage Plan update
Deputy Mayor Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to
approve the Consent Agenda.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no.
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. 6207
F3.22
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the levy of regular property taxes by
the City of Auburn for collection in 2009
Councilmember Backus moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6207.
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Councilmember Haugen indicated that she would be voting
against Ordinance No. 6207.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
2. Ordinance No. 6208
01.2
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending
Sections 10.36.390 and 10.36.515 of the Auburn City Code,
relating to restricted parking zones and loading zones
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6208.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
3. Ordinance No. 6209
F3.21
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Ordinance No. 6066, the 2007-2008
Biennial Budget Ordinance as amended by Ordinance Nos.
6086, 6092, 6103, 6119, 6124, 6127, 6128, 6132, 6133,
6144, 6145, 6164, 6168, 6179, 6180 and 6201 authorizing
amendment to the City of Auburn 2007-2008 Budget as set
forth in Schedule "A"
Councilmember Backus moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6209.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
4. Ordinance No. 6211
01.2
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Sections 10.36.020, 10.36.160,
10.36.170, 10.36.240, and 10.36.270 of the Auburn City
Code relating to parking in residential zones
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6211.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
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5. Ordinance No. 6213
03.10.1 CUP08-0001
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving a conditional use permit to allow
operation of a machine shop with associated retail sales in
the C-3 - Heavy Commercial District
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Backus seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6213.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 4411
03.4.1.21, F5.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute a Contract
Amendment and Memorandum of Understanding with the
Seattle-King County Department of Public Health relating to
a Local Hazardous Waste Management Program grant for
2009 activities
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4411.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Resolution No. 4414
F4.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, providing for amendment to the City of Auburn
Fee Schedule, to adjust airport rental rate fees
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4414.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
3. Resolution No. 4415
F5.3
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the acceptance of a grant from King
Conservation District accepting funds in the amount of One
Hundred Thirty Thousand and no/100 Dollars to be used as
matching funds for purchase of the Smith Property
(additional to Fenster Levee Setback Project).
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Backus seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4415.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
4. Resolution No. 4416
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, creating and establishing a moratorium for an
initial six (6) month period of time on the filing, receipt, and
approval of applications for development within areas of the
city located within, in whole or in part, designated 100 year
floodplains as determined by the Federal Emergency
Management Administration, and setting a public hearing for
the 5t day of January, 2009, to consider the moratorium on
the filing, receipt and approval of applications for
development within floodplains
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Backus seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4416.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
5. Resolution No. 4417
A1.16, 03.3.11
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Interlocal
Agreement with Pierce Transit and Sound Transit for
implementation of the Lakeland Hills feeder service for one
year effective February 9, 2009
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4417.
Deputy Mayor Singer thanked former Councilmember Roger
Thordarson for his work on bringing the transit agencies
together to provide the transit service.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
6. Resolution No. 4418
A1.7, A1.17, 03.3.11
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Interlocal
Agreement with King County and Pierce Transit for
implementation of the Lakeland Hills Commuter Shuttle
Service and Community Shuttle Routes 910 and 919 for five
years starting in 2010
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4418.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
7. Resolution No. 4419
A3.16.14
A Resolution of the City Council of the Cit of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an Agreement between the City of Auburn and McKinstry for
heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
servicing
Councilmember Backus moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4419.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
8. Resolution No. 4420
A3.16.14
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 Pearl
Building Services for janitorial services
Councilmember Backus moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4420.
In response to a question from Councilmember Haugen
regarding the location of the facilities, Mayor Lewis stated
that the facilities are City property and the list of facilities is
available in the agenda packet.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
9. Resolution No. 4421
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, declaring certain items of property as surplus
and authorizing their disposal
Councilmember Backus moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4421.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 8:47 p.m.
APPROVED THE DAY OF DECEMBER 2008.
Peter B. Lewis, Mayor
Danielle Daskam, City Clerk
City Council agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's
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.
Internet: http://www.auburnwa.gov
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