HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-08-1996MINUTES OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
APRIL 8, 1996
The regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee Was held April 8,
1996 in the Council Work Area. Those members in attendance were as follows:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Trish Borden, Rich Wagner and Coucilmember Singer
STAFF PRESENT: Paul Krauss, Len Chapman, Bill Mandeville, Andy Waters, Patti Zook,
Bob Sokol, Dennis Dowdy, Dwight Holobaugh and Jennifer Francis
ALSO PRESENT: Mayor Booth, Diane Supler, Finance Department; Councilmember Fred
Poe; John Raeder, Chamber of Commerce; Dick Jacobs, NW Propeller; and Ken Kinared,
Lakeland Company
The meeting was called to order by Committee Chair Borden at 7:30 p.m.
1. Ordinance No. 4845
Councilmember Wagner asked for clarification of the spread sheet in the binder previously
distributed to the PCDC.
Mr. Mandeville explained the 15% cap made by HUD, and also explained that the revolving loan
fund is no longer in effect. He then distributed a revised Exhibit A and explained the revised
wording and the revised abatements. Mr. Mandeville stated that the budget is based on full
entitlement and the city can adjust if they do not receive full entitlement.
Councilmember Singer asked why the youth center was changed from first to last on the priority
listing.
Mr. Mandeville explained that in the past they were not prioritized. The Human Services
Committee screened and used 1992 the social services plan, self-sufficiency needs, and bid
readiness of projects.
Chair Borden asked about Bill Isabel's correspondence regarding the Mental Health Housing
fund. Mr. Mandeville suggested changing the wording on the request to reflect Mr.. Isabel's
comments.
Councilmember Wagner stated he supports the Human Services Committee recommendation.
Councilmember Singer and Chair Borden also agree.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer, to recommend
approval of the HSC recommendations to City Council with the wording changed relating to the
Mental Health Housing Fund.
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2. Assignment of Airport Lease
Mr. Krauss presented information regarding the allowance of Northwest Propeller Service to
assign their lease to Wingz, Inc. He explained the new business must agree tO the same terms as
the existing lease. Mr. Krauss stated the two parties would enter in.to an agreement and the new
business would be solely responsible for the lease. He also stated he recommended to approval
of the lease and he appreciated doing business with Northwest Propeller.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer, to recommend
City Council approve the airport lease assignment to Wingz, Inc. Chair Borden concurred.
3. Glenn Kara Easement
Len Chapman explained that the developer wished to move two power poles to a location on the-
property line between the Auburn Golf Course and the Glenn Kara development. In order to
move the poles it is necessary for the developer to secure three easements, on the City of Auburn
Golf Course property. One of the easements would be 10 feet wide to allow for overhead power
lines. The second easement would be for a power line maintenance access road on the golf
course and the third easement was for an existing guy wire on the golf course. The developer
also has requested a temporary easement for the construction of the maintenance road on the golf
course.
Chapman explained that the department had been working with the developer since 1992 and that
a maintenance road for the power lines would be advantageous and used by the golf course
maintenance staff when construction projects on the 1 lth, 12th, 13th, and 14th holes of the golf
course. He state that the easement for the road would require the removal of 25 to 40 trees.
Three residents from the adjacent Cobble Creek development expressed their opposition to
relocating the power poles and state that the wire should be underground. They felt that there
would be a long term impact on the residential area if they remained above ground.
The representative from Intracorp, the development company developing Glenn Kara, presented
background information on the project. He stated that the power lines are transmission lines to
serve other areas and would be very costly to underground. He explained how Auburn would
benefit from not only the maintenance road but other work the developer is planning such as
storm water run off management ·
The PCDC discussed the impact of granting the easements. Councilmember Singer felt that
removal of the trees would be detrimental to the golf course and the neighborhood in the area.
Councilmember Borden believes that there is no advantage to the City or the residents by
granting the easement and Councilmember Wagner believed that the lines should be
underground.
The PCDC did not instruct staffto proceed with the three easements with Puget Power nor the
construction easement for the developer of Glenn Kara.
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4. Carrington Bluff Division II
Bob Sokol presented information on Carrington Bluff Division II and their request to deviate
from the City of Auburn Comprehensive Plan on several items such as: street lighting, curb and
gutter, and sidewalks.
Chair Borden asked why a rolled curb and gutter are not allowed or when they are allowed.
Dennis Dowdy explained that a rolled curb and gutter are not ADA friendly because people are
more apt to park on the sidewalk where such curbs are present.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to recommend the
flexibility on the comprehensive plan on items 1 & 2 as described in the memo dated March 27,
1996. Chair Borden concurred.
5. Liquor License Application - Jackpot Food Mart
The Committee unanimously approved the request.
6. Liquor License Application - Don Rafa's Mexican Restaurant
The Committee unanimously approved the request.
Social Services Funding
Discussion on this topic was tabled until next PCDC meeting.
8. Lakeland Preannexation
Mr. Krauss presented information regarding the prearmexation agreement with Lakeland. Mr.
Krauss explained that the pending annexation petition is not likely to be consummated and the
reasons Lakeland and the City were considering this agreement instead. He reviewed the- '
positive aspects for both the developer and City and concluded it to be a win/win situation Mr.
Krauss explained that staff has been working with Pierce County on a number of issues such as
water service agreement, traffic mitigation concerns in the project area, and compliance with City
standards.
Councilmember Wagner asked if there is still a list of agencies to go through before there is
approval.
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Mr. Krauss stated that the agreement still needs to go through those agencies such as the Pierce
County Boundary Review Board.
Mr. Holobaugh explained the agreement must receive Metro approval and Pierce County
approval.. There are no opposing parties for storm or sewer issues. Water services are being
opposed by the City of Bonney Lake. He explained the commitment of resources by the City.
He indicated the timing of resource~ {s being addressed.
Mr. Kinared presented information on road capacity.
Mr. Krauss stated that while it remains in Pierce County the Council can still review the projeCts
and make recommendations. He stated the developer is required by Pierce County to build the
Lake Tapps Highway.
Chair Borden asked about the parks issue. Mr. Chapman stated there will be two 15 acre park
and two 5 acre parks and a trail system and park boulevard.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Coucilmember Singer, to call for public
hearing. Chair Borden concurred.
9. King County Future Funds
Dick Deal presented information on the King County Future Fund Bond Issue which is being
considered by the County. He reviewed similar bond issues for which the City received funds
for acquisition and development projects for parks and open space in the past. The proposed
bond issue is for $215 million and may be on the ballot as early as September of this year. The
Bond Issue is split into two funding sources, local program funds and critical resource funds.
The local program funds would be allocated to each jurisdiction in the County based on the
jurisdiction assessed value or population or a combination of both. Each jurisdiction will select
projects which they feel are most needed in their community.
The other source of funds will be distributed to each of five major water sheds in King County.
A committee will evaluate each project based on the critical resource needs of each water shed.
The PCDC was asked to prioritize a list of local program needs. The Committee discussed' the
projects which included athletic facilities, redeveloPment of existing facilities, new facility
-development and passive recreation development. Each of these categories has several specific
parks or projects listed along with a dollar amount tO accomplish the project.
The Committee will study the list of projects and prioritize them at their next meeting.
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10. Skateboard Park Planning Process
Mr. Deal presented information regarding the planning process for a skate park in Auburn, The
process included forming a study committee to determine the needs and feasibility of a park of
this nature.
This group would visit other skate parks in the area and get detailed information on cost,
location, rules and regulations and design considerations. A consultant would be hired to work
with the advisory committee to assist in gathering this information.
11. Library Funding
Ms. Supler presented background information on assessment. She explained that she had
gathered information regarding past taxes and current Capital Improvement Projects. She gave a
summary on status of taxes. She presented an overview of current projects that are proposed.
She asked the PCDC for guidance on suggestions for funding.
Councilmember Singer asked whether any past projects are being deleted. Ms. Supler stated two
projects from 1986 are coming off the Capital Improvement Projects list
Councilmember Wagner asked for a column to depict the dollars per thousand in order to make a
comparison. He also requested a list of top 20 assessed values.
Ms. Supler stated the top ten are available now.
Mayor Booth said the City must consider legislative mandates.
With no further items to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
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