HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-25-1996MINUTES OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
MARCH 25. 1996
The regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee was held March 25, 1996
in the Council Work Area. Those members in attendance were as follows:
MEMBERS PRESENT:Trish Borden, Rich Wagner and Sue Singer
STAFF PRESENT:
Lynn Rued, Al Hicks, Len Chapman, Andy Waters, Patti Zook, and
Jennifer Francis
ALSO PRESENT:
Mayor Booth; Pat Amato, HSC; Barbara Cooksey, HSC; Jack Laverty,
Food Bank; John Rader, Chamber of Commerce
The meeting was called to order by Committee Chair Borden at 7:30 p.m.
1. Ordinance No. 4845 - CDBG Budget Ordinance:
Mr. Hicks presented information regarding the CDBG budget year. The Human Services
Committee reviewed project proposals and made recommendations. He stated that if the
Committee has questions, the recommendation could be delayed.
Chairman Borden stated that she and Councilmember Wagner had just received their proposal
binders.
Mr. Hicks explained that the HSC felt strongly about some proposals, especially those related to
self-sufficiency and survival. He reviewed the items contained in Tiers 1, 2 and 3.
Councilmember Singer asked about the difference in amounts contained in the binder versus the
attachments to the agenda bill. Mr. Hicks explained the differences.
Councilmember Singer had a question about why Nike was requesting funds to install vinyl
siding versus repainting the building. Mr. Hicks explained the problem with disposal of lead
based paint.
Pat Amato, HSC Chair, stated he was available to answer questions, but had nothing new to add
to Mr. Hicks' remarks.
Chairman Borden stated that the PCDC needs to review the notebooks and make a formal
recommendation at their April 8th meeting.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer, to continue
discussion relating to CDBG to the April 8 PCDC meeting, and schedule the public hearing
before City Council on April 15. Chairman Borden concurred.
2. Cemetery Fees:
Mr. Chapman presented information on the proposed 4% increase in fees.
Councilmember Wagner asked if the low usage of the cemetery relates to a problem with
competition. Mr. Chapman replied that the cemetery fees are very competitive.
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Councilmember Singer made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Wagner, to recommend an
increase in cemetery fees. Chairman Borden concurred.
Auburn Food Bank Expansion:
Ms. Cooksey spoke about the expansion of the Food Bank. She stated that the funds should be
used to help people, and the expansion will not help clients. She stated the proposed expansion
is going to be too close to the adjacent building.
Jack Laverty, Director of the Food Bank, stated he disagrees with Ms. Cooksey. He states they
are working with the residents' council on resolving issues. He stated the expansion will help
their clients. He explained the situation regarding the storage room and waiting room. He stated
the Food Bank will be meeting with members of the Human Services Committee at 4:00 on the
28th.
Mr. Rued provided information regarding a zoning issue related to the expansion. He explained
that the use is not a residential use, and they could apply for conditional use permit for the
expansion. He further explained the procedures. He explained that a site visit by the PCDC
could be viewed as an appearance of fairness issue,
Open Space Future Funding Initiatives:
Mr. Chapman presented information on the funding initiative. He informed the Committee that
the City had closed on acquiring the Fenster property.
Chairman Borden asked how much money was received recently. Mr. Chapman stated that
approximately one million was received in the 1989 bond. Chairman Borden asked for a
percentage the City could receive from the $215 million. Mr. Chapman indicated that the
disbursement of funds could be based on per capita or assessed valuation; 70% for local projects.
He also indicated that the City has input on which projects are funded.
Mr. Chapman explained that the Suburban Cities Association has not yet endorsed the proposal.
He said that the City must submit their local projectsby April 30. He stated the
recommendations need to go to the April 8th PCDC meeting and then the April 15th Council
meeting. Mr. Chapman reviewed the City's "wish list" of projects to be funded.
A discussion was held about adding the library to Les Gove Park area is site. Mr. Chapman said
he would check into this for Councilmember Wagner.
Chairman Borden said the Committee must prioritize the items. Mr. Chapman said the listing of
projects could be reviewed and defined at the April 8th meeting.
Library.:
Chairman Borden mentioned that she met recently with Len and saw a map showing the
placement of the library at the current location of the tennis courts at Les Gove Park.
Mr. Chapman showed the building location on the site to other Committee members and staff.
He provided information regarding the cost of acquiring adjacent properties.
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Chairman Borden stated the library would enhances park, but also indicated there were problems
last time with the bond issue being approved. People would object to taking park land for
buildings and parking.
Mr. Chapman mentioned the possibility of purchasing two parcels to open the park to Auburn
Way South. Chairman Borden requested that Mr. Chapman check on the property owners
willingness to sell.
Chairman Borden stated that she still likes idea of the library being located downtown; but
wondered how to locate two acres in downtown area that would support the library.
Mr. Rued stated that the Planning staff can review various locations in the downtown area and
make a recommendation. Mr. Rued and Mr. Chapman agreed to meet regarding sites and
locations.
Mr. Waters stated the need for public transportation to be close to the library.
Councilmember Singer stated the City will need to be able to justify why the library is located in
a particular area.
The Mayor indicated that the new Finance Director would attend the April 8th PcDC meeting to
provide information on financial demands and trends.
6. Glenn Karra Project Update:
Mr. Chapman brought the Committee up to date on the project which is outside the City limits
and adjacent to the golf course. The developers have been working for about three years to move
the overhead power lines closer to the golf course, but on their property. They will request an
easement from the City to access the poles to be moved. He also informed the Committee that
the 25 foot trees would have to be removed if the poles are relocated. Mr. Chapman indicated
that the staffwill continue discussions with the developer on the matter.
With no further items to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m..
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