HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-01-1996MINUTES OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE JULY 1, 1996
The rescheduled meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee was held
July 1, 1996 in the Council Work Area. Those members in attendance were as follows:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Trish Borden, Rich Wagner and Sue Singer
STAFF PRESENT: Paul Krauss, A1 Hicks, Bill Mandeville, Dick Deal, Patti Zook, and
Jennifer Francis
ALSO PRESENT: Mayor Chuck Booth; Jim Gore, Pacific Medical representative
The meeting was called to order by Committee Chair Borden at 5:30 p.m.
1. Northwest Racing Associates, Inc.
Mr. Rued presented the staff report. Northwest Racing Associates is seeking approval to
have their wetland mitigation property taxed as open space. This reclassification would
enable them to receive a reduction in their property taxes. He briefly reviewed the King
County staff report. Mr. Rued said that staff recommends approval of the request.
There was no public testimony, and the public hearing was closed.
Ms. Singer asked for clarification on the rating system. Ms. Borden asked for
clarification on the super bonus category.
Mr. Wagner made a motion, seconded by Ms. Singer, to approve the request based on the
King County Assessor's staff report and recommendations. Ms. Borden concurred.
The Committee recessed after the public hearing and reconvened in the Council Work
Area to continue the July 1 st agenda.
2. United Cerebral Palsy Acquisition of'T' Street Property
Mr. Mandeville presented information on the proposed transfer of City-owned property to
the UCPA.
Mr. Wagner asked what the value of property was today. Mr. Mandeville replied that he
did not know.
Ms. Singer said that she foresees a problem with a property transfer of this type. She also
said the size of the property is problem.. She asked if the organization could renovate
another site for their use.
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Mr. Mandeville-said the UCPA discussed the property's suitability with their architect,
and among themselves. He explained the variance and short plat are necessary in order to
utilize the site. He also said the UCPA had looked for a renovation site, but it is not
monetarily feasible.
Ms. Singer asked about using CDBG funds for this project. She is concerned with
wording that states the site is "not needed" or "unneeded" by the City.
Mr. Wagner-said the street fund account should be reimbursed through a budget
adjustment.
Mr. Krauss said the site's zoning is R-4, and the adjacent site is zoned C-3 and is ready to
be developed at any time.
Ms. Borden said that the street fund must be reimbursed; it cannot make donations. Ms.
Borden also said that she needs more information on the value of property and the
alternatives.
Mr. Krauss said that staff can bring more specifics forward, and provide information on
the adjacent properties. He said that the City cannot appraise the property because it
costs about $7,000 for an appraisal.
Ms. Borden said that she favors investigating other options for this group than the transfer
of property at this location.
Mr. Mandeville said the UCPA has looked at a couple other sites, but those sites did not
have sidewalks or were too far from bus stops.
Ms. Singer asked for specifics relating to renovation of a site. -
Ms. Borden suggested that this topic be tabled until another meeting for investigation of
topics previously discussed.
A discussion occurred on using CDBG related funds for development of the site for this
project.
Interlocal Agreement between the City of Auburn and the City of Sumner
Mr. Krauss presented information regarding the proposed interlocal agreement. He
showed the boundary locations on a map; and the parcels that Sumner wanted. He
explained the differences between the Sumner and Pacific agreements.
Mr. Wagner made a motion, seconded by Ms. Singer, to recommend approval of the
interlocal agreement. Ms. Borden concurred.
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Interlocal Agreement between the City of Auburn and the City of Seattle
A1 Hicks presented information regarding the proposed interlocal agreement. He
reviewed the information provided by Pacific Medical Corporation. He stated they are a
public corporation that wants to expand into other jurisdictions and they must get an
interlocal agreement in order to expand.
Mr. Wagner asked about their services.
Mr. Hicks explained that Pacific Medical contracts services with other hospitals and
specialists.
Ms. Singer asked the Pacific Medical representative if wording should be put in the
agreement which lists Auburn General Hospital (AGH) as a service provider.
Jim Gore, representative for Pacific Medical, said there is stong inclination by Auburn
residents to use AGH. He said Pacific Medical does not have a facility in town yet so
AGH is not listed. He said they are in discussion now with the hospital.
Ms. Singer asked about unmet needs to be helped. Mr. Gore said they are a public
corporation which is dedicated to meeting these unmet needs. He said they will have
progrms which compliment other programs.
Mr. Wagner made a motion, seconded by Ms. Singer, to recommend approval of the
agreement. Ms. Borden concurred.
Interlocal Agreement between the City_ of Auburn and the City of Pacific
Mr. Krauss presented information regarding the interlocal agrement. He showed
locations on the map; and the parcels that Pacific was interested in.
Mr. Wagner made a motion, seconded by Ms. Singer, to recommend approval of the
interlocal agreement. Ms. Borden concurred.
Liquor License Applications
Three liquor license applications were presented for consideration.
Ms. Singer asked staff if the Mecca Tavern was checked for any violations or problems.
Mr. Krauss replied that no comments were received from either the Police Department or
the City Attorney relating to problems at this Tavern.
Ms. Singer suggested the Committee recommend approval of the liquor license
applications, subject to review of Police Department records relating to the applications.
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The Committee concurred.
7. Suburban Cities Association
Ms. Singer provided information regarding the SCA recommendation concerning the
Woodland Park Zoo funding support.
With no further items to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
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