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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 15, 2009 7:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Flag Salute
Deputy Mayor Singer called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and
led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Deputy Mayor Singer and the following Councilmembers were
present: Rich Wagner, Gene Cerino, Nancy Backus, Bill Peloza,
Lynn Norman, and Virginia Haugen.
Staff members present included: City Engineer/Assistant Public
Works Director Dennis Selle, Parks Planning and Development
Manager Bob Wuotila, Information Services Director Lorrie
Rempher, Human Resources and Risk/Property Management
Director Brenda Heineman, Transportation Planner/Grants
Manager Chris Hankins, Chief of Police Jim Kelly, City Attorney
Daniel B. Heid, Planning, Building and Community Director Cindy
Baker, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, and Deputy City Clerk
Cathy Richardson.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
There was no announcement.
2. Appointments
There was no appointment for Council consideration.
D. Agenda Modifications
Agenda modification included removal of Item VIII.B.6, Resolution
No. 4501, from the agenda.
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II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. Revision to the 2009-2014 Six Year Transportation
Improvement Program
State law requires the City of Auburn to annually prepare
and adopt a comprehensive transportation improvement
program (TIP) for each ensuing six calendar years. State
law also provides that the TIP may be revised at any time,
but only after conducting a public hearing. The City
proposes to add a new project to the TIP for a traffic signal
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at the intersection of 4 Street SE and F Street SE
(See Item No. VIII.B.4, Resolution No. 4498, for further
action on this item.)
Transportation Planner/Grants Manager Chris Hankins
reviewed the proposed amendment to the 2009-2014 TIP for
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a traffic signal at the intersection of 4 Street SE and F
Street SE which will be funded by a grant from the
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)
in the amount of $396,720. The grant required no matching
funds from the City. The new signal will substantially
increase vehicular safety by reducing the number and
severity of documented vehicle accidents and will also
provide increased pedestrian safety. There are several
elementary schools and one high school located in the
immediate area of the intersection. The installation of the
traffic signal will also provide increased capacity at the
intersection.
At 7:36 p.m., Deputy Mayor Singer opened the public
hearing.
No one in the audience requested to speak.
At 7:37 p.m., Deputy Mayor Singer closed the public
hearing.
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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.
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Nicole Patrino-Salter, 31021 132 Way SE, Auburn
Ms. Patrino-Salter spoke on behalf of herself and her neighbors
regarding the moratorium on conditional use permits (CUP’s) in the
Lea Hill area. Ms. Patrino-Salter stated that the moratorium has
been responsible for two voided sales for their properties. She
expressed their desire to sell their properties within the framework
of the C-1 zoning, which is inclusive of multi-family dwellings, and
urged the Council to lift the moratorium so that they can proceed
with the sale and development of their properties.
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Rudy Terry, 31011 132 Avenue SE, Auburn
Mr. Terry concurred with statements made by Ms. Patrino-Salter
adding that development in the Lea Hill area could provide
employment in the Auburn area and tax revenue for the City. Mr.
Terry urged the Council to lift the moratorium.
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Karen Campbell 31049 129 Place SE, Auburn
Ms. Campbell concurred with statements made by Ms. Patrino-
Salter and Mr. Terry.
Deputy Mayor Singer inquired regarding status on the moratorium
timeline.
Planning, Building and Community Director Baker reported that
staff are reviewing potential solutions and are currently awaiting
additional information related to traffic.
City Engineer/Assistant Public Works Director Dennis Selle stated
that staff are in the process of analyzing the data and anticipate
that it may take a few more weeks before a determination can be
made.
C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council review.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
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A. Municipal Services
Chair Cerino reported that the Municipal Services met June 8,
2009 at 4:00 p.m. The Committee approved consent items
including contract administration for Project No. CP0910, Justice
Center Parking Lot Modifications, Ordinance No. 6244 relating to
dangerous dogs, and Resolution No. 4494 relating to Jacobson
Tree Farm and the related trail. The Committee also discussed
Resolution No. 4496, and the Committee matrix, including methods
of notification to new residents regarding the dangerous dog
regulations and Howard Hanson Dam fall flooding. The next
regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled
for June 22, 2009 at 4:00 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Norman reported that the Planning and Community
Development Committee met on June 8, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. The
Committee approved Resolution No. 4491 regarding Les Gove
Community Campus and Resolution No. 4494 regarding Jacobsen
Tree Farm. The Berger Partnership proposes to conduct a three
phase Master Plan process to develop plans for the park property.
Committee members also discussed amendments to the Downtown
Urban Design Standards and a feasibility study for a multi-purpose
trail from Auburndale II Park to the Jacobson Tree Farm. The
Committee also discussed population targets, which are a
requirement of the Growth Management Act and Puget Sound
Regional Council, in order to determine the population that can be
accommodated in Auburn. Chair Norman spoke regarding
challenges faced by Committee members in their efforts to meet
State requirements, providing the supporting infrastructure related
to population targets, and the lack of funding for the supporting
infrastructure. The Committee also discussed changes to Cottage
Housing regulations, Cluster Subdivision regulations, multi-family
mixed use design standards, and the graffiti program. The Hearing
Examiner will be attending the upcoming Planning and Community
Development Committee meeting to review procedures and results
of recent code changes. The Committee also received a report
from Mayor Lewis on the Howard Hanson Dam. The next regular
meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee
is scheduled for June 22, 2009 at 5:00 p.m.
In response to questions from Deputy Mayor Singer, Chair Norman
explained that citizens receiving a notice related to graffiti removal
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will also be provided with information on services available to help
them remove the graffiti.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met this
afternoon at 3:00 p.m. The Committee approved Right-of-way Use
permits and contract administration items. The Committee also
approved Resolution No. 4450 relating to extension of the
moratorium for filing for building permits in the area of the Mill
Creek tributaries to provide sufficient time to complete the Storm
Drainage Plan and National Pollution Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) manual in order to adequately address the
drainage problems in that area. The Committee also discussed
Ordinance No. 6250, Resolution No. 4501, the Energy and
Efficiency Conservation Block Grant strategy document, M Street
Grade Separation project, Transportation Plan update for the Lea
Hill and West Hill annexed areas, code update project, the storm
drainage manual for NPDES, and capital projects status report.
The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is
scheduled for July 6, 2009 at 3:00 p.m.
D. Finance
Chair Backus reported that the Finance Committee met this
evening at 6:00. The Committee approved claims and payroll
vouchers, Ordinance No. 6250 related to petty cash and change
funds for the Parks Department and Senior Center, and Resolution
No. 4496 regarding extension of the public defense service
contract. The Committee also discussed Resolution No. 4501,
which was tabled, Resolution Nos. 4500 and 4491, and Ordinance
No. 6244. Due to time constraints, discussion of Resolution No.
4497 will continue at the next regular Finance Committee meeting
which is scheduled for July 6, 2009 at 6:30 p.m.
E. Community Center
Chair Wagner reported that the Community Center Committee met
on June 8, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. The Committee approved
Resolution No. 4491 which expresses support and pledges to try to
identify funding to start the Community Center project in January
2010. The Committee also discussed the Leadership in Energy
and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification, which will proceed
as the project is currently half way through the certification
process. Committee members also discussed whether to proceed
with the Community Center artwork project, which is approximately
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30% complete. The Committee is awaiting input from the artist as
to whether the artwork project should also be postponed or if it
would be more efficient to complete it. There is no other meeting
scheduled at this time.
F. Downtown Redevelopment
Chair Norman reported that the Downtown Redevelopment
Committee met on June 12, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. The Committee
discussed potential options for improvement to the way finding
signage in the downtown area. The Committee also discussed
pedestrian lighting on Main Street and whether the lighting in the
old part of downtown should be the same as in redeveloped areas
of downtown. The Committee is awaiting input from the Auburn
Downtown Association and the developer. The Committee also
met for a special meeting on June 12, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. to
discuss the color choices for the new parking structure located
behind City Hall. The next regular meeting of the Downtown
Redevelopment Committee is scheduled for June 23, 2009 at 4:00
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
Councilmember Wagner reported that he attended a Regional
Access Mobility Partnership and Pierce County Transportation
forum where he heard a report from the Washington State
Department of Transportation (WSDOT) regarding their progress in
evaluating numerous areas for potential tolling. WSDOT has
established an Office of Tolling for the purpose of evaluating tolling
throughout the state. WSDOT also spoke regarding the mega
projects that are going on, mainly in Seattle, including the bridge
and viaduct projects.
Councilmember Backus congratulated Councilmember Peloza and
the Parks Department on the successful opening of the Auburn
International Farmers Market (AIFM).
Councilmember Norman reported that the work of the Boundless
Playground Committee continues and the Committee will meet on
June 17, 2009. The brochure on the playground has been
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completed and the Committee continues its fundraising efforts. The
Boundless Playground will provide active play for children of all
abilities as well as providing access for supervising adults who
have limited mobility. She also attended the DARE graduation at
Evergreen Heights Elementary. Councilmember Norman
commended the efforts of the Noon Kiwanis for the wonderful
breakfast they supplied at the grand opening of the AIFM. She
also attended the Chamber of Commerce Recognition of Service
dinner, which was the first time they awarded the Bill Kyle
Community Service Award. Representative Pat Sullivan was the
recipient. She also attended the Leadership Institute of South
Puget Sound graduation at which Auburn Police Commander
Jamie Sidell was selected by his peers to be speaker for the class.
Councilmember Norman reminded the public that they are
continuing to hold special meetings related to the code update
project and encouraged the public to attend.
Councilmember Cerino reported that he attended the Chamber of
Commerce Recognition of Service dinner and the grand opening of
the AIFM.
Councilmember Peloza reported that he attended the Regional
Water Quality Committee to discuss the release of the April 2009
Regional Water Supply Planning Process report which
encompasses King County’s perspective on what the region is
facing, the competing demands for water as populations increase,
and habitat changes. He also toured the Cedar Hills Landfill and
the new the BIO Energy Washington gas energy plant. The plant
will process and purify the methane gas resulting from
decomposing garbage, converting it to natural gas which will be
sold to Puget Sound Energy and will also reduce the Cedar Hills
Landfill carbon footprint by approximately 63%. He also took part
in the Federal Way Flag ceremony. Councilmember Peloza
reported that there were approximately 2,000 attendees and 45
vendors at the AIFM grand opening. The event was a tremendous
success and several vendors sold all of their merchandise within
two hours. Councilmember Peloza thanked Market Manager Lillie
Brinker and the many volunteers that contributed to the success of
the market, the Soroptimist Club for their contribution of 500 AIFM
sustainable shopping bags, and the Nelson family for use of 1700
century bell for the opening of the market.
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Councilmember Haugen commended the efforts of Councilmember
Peloza and other volunteers for their work on the AIFM. She also
attended the Chamber of Commerce Recognition of Service dinner.
Deputy Mayor Singer commended the efforts of Parks Department
staff, in particular Recreation Special Programs/Market Manager
Julie Brewer and Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Daryl Faber.
Deputy Mayor Singer reported on the success of Discover Auburn
week. She also attended a ribbon cutting ceremony at the
SuperMall for the grand opening of rue21 and the dedication of the
art projects at the Auburn Golf Course clubhouse. Deputy Mayor
Singer reported that she was appointed to the Highway 405/167
Corridor Executive Advisory Committee by Governor Gregiore.
She attended the Senior Center coffee hour where citizens
inquired regarding the Community Center and also expressed
interest regarding the presence of Washington State Patrol (WSP)
at Washington Elementary. Deputy Mayor Singer reported that the
WSP received a grant to provide patrolling in school zones
throughout South King County. She also spoke at the Auburn
Regional Medical Center Health Point press conference regarding
their new health care pilot program and attended meetings on the
Coordinated Incubator Grant Proposal with Councilmember
Wagner, including one meeting with Deputy Secretary of Housing
and Urban Development Ron Sims.
B. From the Mayor
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 June 1, 2009 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 385898 through 386330 in the
amount of $4,490,562.44 and one wire transfer in the
amount of $4,904.00 and dated June 15, 2009.
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2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 526648 to 526754 in the amount of
$819,431.02 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $1,148,716.22 for a grand total of $1,968,147.24
for the pay period covering May 28, 2009 to June 10, 2009.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Project No. CP0907
O4.9.1 CP0907
City Council grant permission to advertise for Project No.
CP0907, 2009 Arterial/Collector Street Pavement
Preservation.
2. Public Works Project No. CP0611
O4.9.1 CP0611
City Council grant permission to advertise for Project No.
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CP0611, M Street NE/Harvey Road and 8 Street NE
Improvements.
3. Public Works Project No. CP0731
O4.6.3 CP0731
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for
Project No. CP0731, 2007 Sewer Repair and Replacement
Project.
4. Public Works Project No. C504A
O4.9.1 C504A
City Council approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of
$220,231 to Contract 05-17 with Interwest Development for
work on Project No. C504A, R Street Utility Improvements.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to approve the Consent Agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
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VIII.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 6244
O1.1
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Sections 6.35.010, 6.35.020,
6.35.030, 6.35.035, and 6.35.040 of the Auburn City Code
relating to dangerous dogs
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6244.
Councilmember Norman expressed concern regarding the
increase in the registration fee for dangerous dogs on page
6 of 9 from $100 to $500 per year. She fears the high cost
will discourage dog owners from registering their pets.
Councilmember Cerino stated that the fee only applies if a
dog is declared dangerous by law. Most cities opt to ban
the animal entirely. Auburn allows the citizen to keep their
dog by paying the $500 registration fee and providing an
adequate containment for the dog. It is his opinion that if
Council is opposed to the higher fee, then dangerous dogs
should be banned in the City of Auburn.
Councilmember Haugen also expressed concern regarding
the increased fee and moved to amend the fee from $500 to
$250. The motion was not seconded.
Councilmember Wagner inquired regarding the financial
penalty for owners who do not register their dangerous dog.
City Attorney Heid stated that failure to register a dangerous
dog is a criminal violation and may be charged as a
misdemeanor for which the penalty is $1000 or 90 days in
jail, or both.
Councilmember Wagner stated that he would support
lowering the fee imposed for registering a dangerous dog.
He commended the efforts of the Municipal Services
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Committee for improving the specifics related to appropriate
enclosure requirements.
Councilmember Peloza stated that the registration fee was
extensively discussed in Municipal Services Committee.
Comparisons with other local jurisdictions revealed that
dangerous dogs are either banned entirely or a high
registration fee is charged in an effort to get the attention of
the dangerous dog owners. Those that choose not to
register their dangerous dogs would do so at the risk of
being penalized.
Councilmember Haugen suggested that Council consider
returning Ordinance No. 6244 to committee.
MOTION CARRIED. 5-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
2. Ordinance No. 6250
F4.11
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Sections 3.04.600 and 3.04.610 of
the Auburn City Code relating to funds
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6250.
In response to questions from Councilmember Haugen,
Director Coleman clarified the purposes and differences of
petty cash funds and change funds.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 4491
O3.3.2, O5.1.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, directing the Mayor to move forward with
necessary steps to put into effect the City of Auburn Les
Gove Community Campus Development Plans
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Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4491.
Councilmember Peloza spoke in support of Resolution No.
4491.
Councilmember Haugen spoke in opposition to Resolution
No. 4491.
MOTION CARRIED. 5-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
2. Resolution No. 4494
O5.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract
with the Berger Partnership PS to develop a master plan for
the Jacobsen Tree Farm property
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Backus
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4494.
Councilmember Haugen inquired regarding the costs for the
master plan.
Councilmember Haugen was directed to the Council agenda
packet for information related to costs. Deputy Mayor
Singer stated that the contract is with an outside agency so
staff is only minimally involved. The project is grant funded.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
3. Resolution No. 4496
A3.12.5
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute a contract for public defense services for July 1,
2009 – December 31, 2009 between the City and the Law
Offices of Matthew J. Rusnak
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4496.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
4. Resolution No. 4498
O4.9.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending the 2009-2014 Six-Year
Transportation Improvement Program of the City of Auburn
pursuant to R.C.W. Chapter 35.77 of the laws of the State of
Washington
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4498.
Councilmember Haugen spoke in opposition to Resolution
No. 4498.
Deputy Mayor Singer pointed out that Resolution No. 4498
adds a grant funded traffic signal to the Transportation
Improvement Program.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
5. Resolution No. 4500
O3.1
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, extending the moratorium established by
Resolution No. 4300, and as amended and extended by
Resolution Numbers 4321, 4383, 4433 and 4459, on the
filing of certain land use, building and grading permit
applications in the drainage area contributing surface flows
to Mill Creek Tributaries 0045, 0047, 0048 and 0053 as
identified by King County and as defined herein, continuing
to be effective for a period ending December 15, 2009, and
setting a date for a public hearing
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4500.
Councilmember Haugen spoke against Resolution No. 4500
stating that she believes that the City of Auburn has a long
history of accommodating developers.
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IX. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 8:41 p.m.
APPROVED THE DAY OF JULY 2009.
Sue Singer, Deputy Mayor Cathy Richardson, Deputy City Clerk
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