HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-17-2001PRESENT: Mayor Booth, Councilmembers Poe, Wagner, and Borden. City of
Auburn Staff: Jim Kelly, Marion Dukes-Police; Russ Vandver, Bob Johnson-Fire;
Julie Salzman, Lee Hall, Shelley Coleman-Finance; Sharon Conroy, Jack Locke,
Christine Engler-PW; Mitzi McMahon, Paul Krauss-Planning; and Dick Deal-
Parks
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Call to Order: Chair Fred Poe called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm.
Approval of Minutes: The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as
written.
Consent: None
Information/Discussion
Solid Waste Rate Model: Sharon Conroy explained that she would be meeting
with Bob West on the 27th of September. Ms. Salzman explained the "Rate
Model Revision" that had been reformatted as requested at an earlier meeting.
Vice Chair Wagner commented that it is his interpretation that the City is still
subsidizing Rolloff and doesn't see any reason for the subsidization. The
difference should be distributed back to the other two categories, either as
reductions to Commercial or maintaining status quo in Single Family.
Ms. Salzman stated that it would not be a problem to do a model that will show
"Rolloff" without subsidization. Discussion ensued. It was the consensus of the
Committee that the rates needed consistency.
Chair Poe stated that there are several possibilities, and if the Committee takes
Councilmember Wagner's suggestion, the end result would be that "Commercial"
will see a reduction, "Rolloff" will see an increase and "Single Family" will see a
small increase. Another spreadsheet will be forthcoming.
Fire Department Budget Presentation: Chief Johnson presented the Fire
Department Budget. He and A/Chief Vandver explained the following:
· RIT (Rapid Intervention Team) upgrades for four existing units ($16,000)
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· ARGUS Thermal Cameras (2) ($20,000)
· Replacing five outdated defibrillators ($60,000)
· Apparatus Exhaust Removal System ($50,000)
· Facilities repairs and improvements ($68,000) which include:
o Siding Repairs, Roof Repairs, Window Replacement,
Replacement, and Cupboard Replacement
· Physical Conditioning Equipment ($10,000)
· Equipment for training engine ($20,000)
Carpet
Goals and Objectives are scheduled for future discussion.
Police Department Budget Presentation: Before getting started with the
Police Department budget presentation, Chief Kelly acknowledged and thanked
the Mayor for his leadership in guiding him through the process, and compliment
the Finance Staff for their support and help. He and A/Chief Dukes per Finance
guidelines explained the following:
· Alternatives to Incarceration Program Improvement ($143,100)includes
salaries and benefits for two new positions (Corrections Supervisor and
Corrections Officer), office rental for the new section, and supplies.
· Total jail budget approximately $2.6 million.
· Eight Laser Speed Measuring Devices Program Improvements ($35,000)
· Scenesweeper Argon Laser Program Improvements. ($14,100) (Crime
scene Processing)
A/Chief Dukes also explained a Program Improvement regarding the "Level of
Service in Auburn and the ratio of officers to citizens. The population of Auburn
is estimated at 44,000 and increases are expected to continue. For this level of
service to be provided without modification, three police officers may be needed.
A/Chief Dukes would like this request to be considered should funding become
available.
Councilmember Borden asked Chief Dukes if he had a total regarding the
income generating features of the "Alternatives to Incarceration Program". Chief
Dukes explained that the program would generate a savings. Christine Engler
explained that the Human Resources Director has prepared materials on the
subject. Chief Dukes stated he would provide that information to Ms. Borden.
Solid Waste Utility_ Budget Presentation: Christine Engler explained that the
Solid Waste Utility Budget had no new projects but wanted to take the
opportunity to make a comment.
Ms. Engler stated that it's been about 15 months since PW began the process
for a new solid waste contract. Together, with Finance, Mayor Booth and this
Committee an achievement has been made that's really remarkable and an
advantage for the City. Ms. Engler stated that she would continue to fine tune
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the rate model and continue to work with the consultant regarding the newly
annexed areas. She will be bringing back further information, which will require
policy input with regards to those annexation areas.
In terms of the budget itself, there are no Program Improvements being
considered by the administration, hence nothing will be brought forward to this
Committee. The only other significant item is the Vadis Contract and there is a
prediction of about a 2.5% increase to continue working with them.
Draft Auburn Transit Station Communities Pro_iect and Scope of Work: Paul
Krauss explained that Jack Locke would be presenting this item. Jack Locke
discussed a $25,000 grant award that was received by the City from the Puget
Sound Regional Council. The grant is to be used to study the downtown
parking issues related to increased demand associated with the transit related
development and investigate mechanisms the City may use and/or create to
manage City-owned parking.
Mr. Locke also discussed a draft scope of work for the Auburn Transit Station
Communities Project and a draft Interlocal Agreement. A draft ordinance would
authorize the city to accept the grant award and it will go to the City Attorney for
review once the Interlocal Agreement is reviewed by the PSRC. Staff
anticipates bringing this information forward for the City Council's approval at the
October 1, 2001 meeting. This Committee agreed to accept the $25,000 grant.
Discussion Items Not on the Agenda:
Cleaning UP Downtown: Councilmember Borden brought up for discussion, the
subject regarding the City's approach toward loitering and public urination.
Chief Kelly stated that the Police Department responds to, sites and arrests
people that are doing this, if brought to the officer's attention.
Chief Kelly further explained that the Council has dedicated quite a few
resources to the "Downtown Enforcement". There are two officers dedicated just
to the downtown area, in addition to the "Bicycle Patrol Unit". Enforcement
efforts also have been coordinated with Metro King County Police who is
charged with enforcing the Metro Bus stops throughout the King County region.
There have been undercover operations conducted specifically at the "B" Street
bus stop. The Police Department has worked with the "Downtown Business
Association" specifically on addressing the concerns behind the old JC Penney
building with regard to urination/defecation in the alley and needles that are
found. Lighting has been adjusted, and pruning and trimming has been done to
the landscaping. This is an area that the PD does continue to focus on.
Garbage on Sidewalks: Councilmember Borden also brought up for discussion,
the subject of the appearance and condition of the sidewalks. It was
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Councilmember Borden's suggestion to perhaps contract with Vadis to add to the
types of services that Vadis provides to the downtown area. Christine Engler
stated that currently Auburn City Code makes the adjoining property owner
responsible for sidewalk maintenance, including keeping the sidewalks swept
and clean. It has been past experience that the Downtown Association has
approached the City and has asked the City to go in and clean up the sidewalks.
Currently, there is no budgeting or staffing to do that type of maintenance
anywhere in the City.
One of the pilot programs that the Police Department will use as an "Alternatives
to Incarceration" is the downtown area. Chief Kelly stated that one of the
focuses will be taking that unit and having the in-mates clean up those areas in
question on a regular basis, whether it be at the City Cemetery, downtown
sidewalks or alleys.
Ad_iournment: Chair Fred Poe adjourned the meeting at 6:30 pm.
Next regularly scheduled meeting is Monday, October 1, 2001 at 5:00 PM in
Meeting Room 3.
Submitted by:
Jeanne Herold
Admin. Secretary
Auburn Fire Department
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