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The regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee was held July 8, 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, Dick Deal, Betty Sanders, Jim Westhusing, Brian Petty, and Patti Zook
ALSO PRESENT: Mayor Booth; Daniel Balmelli, Barghausen Engineers
The meeting was called to order by Committee Chair Borden at 5:30 p.m.
1. Contract with King Coun .ty United Way
Mr. Deal presented information on funds received. Councilmember Singer stated that she is on South King County
United Way Board which approved this money. She stated that the wording of "grant" in the attached letter is
incorrect because the funds are not guaranteed each year.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to recommend approval of the
contract. Chairman Borden concurred.
2. King County_ Arts Commission Grant
Mr. Deal presented information on this grant and named some organizations which will benefit.
Chairman Borden asked why King County does not give directly to the groups. Mr. Deal replied that this may be so
that a community has a tighter rein on the funds and their use.
Councilmember Singer asked if this grant cOuld help the Auburn Symphony next year. Mr. Deal replied that the
grant could benefit them.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to recommend approval of the grant.
Chairman Borden concurred.
3. PLT0009-90 -- Northward Development
Mr. Rued presented the staff report. The developer has requested an extension on their preliminary plat. He
explained that the developer has met the City's requirements in order to receive an extension. He stated that staff
recommends approval of the request.
Chairman Borden asked about the State law and lapsing of the approval. Mr. Rued said the applicant has submitted
plans. The State does not say what a "good faith effort" is; the City determines this.
Councilmember Wagner asked if this request was handled differently because of regulatory reform. Mr. Rued
replied that the request is for an extension of a previously approved the preliminary plat.
Chairman Borden asked for information regarding storm drainage issues which were mentioned in letters attached to
the staff report.
Mr. Rued provided information regarding the storm drainage issues. He indicated that Dan Balmelli would provide
more information to the Committee.
Daniel Balmelli, Barghausen Engineers, said that the racetrack constructed several storm drainage projects as part of
their mitigation. The City is using a portion of funds received from storm drainage utility fees from all projects in
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City to construct the improvements. A portion of improvement are not needed now by Northward Development.
He said the developer may ask for modification to the SEPA conditions.
Councilmember Singer made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Wagner, to recommend approval of the
preliminary plat extension. Chairman Borden concurred.
4. 1996-1997 BIA Budget
Ms. Sanders presented information and explained the process. Ms. Sanders gave background information on the
BIA.
Don Gardner, President of the Auburn Downtown Association, presented background information on the budget
work sessions.
Mayor Booth asked about the percentage of collections. Ms. Sanders said about 20% will be unpaid.
Councilmember Singer stated that she spoke with Mike Reynolds, City Attorney, regarding a possible conflict of
interest and will have to abstain on voting.
Councilmember Wagner said the budget looks fine. Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by
Chairman Borden, to recommend approval of the budget. Councilmember Singer abstained.
5. Contract with ADA
Ms. Sanders presented information and indicated that the contract has changed slightly from previous years.
The Committee did not have any questions.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Chairman Borden, to recommend approval of the budget.
Councilmember Singer abstained.
6. ZOA0002-96 -- Zoning Ordinance Amendments
Mr. Rued presented information on the Sunbreak Cafe's request. He said the proposed amendments are scheduled
for a public hearing at the August Planning Commission meeting.
Chairman Borden asked for clarification of landscape, setbacks and public sidewalks, and where these would be
located.
Mr. Rued provided information on pedestrian amenities such as landscaping and benches.
Chairman Borden stated she likes the lack of setbacks, but is not sure how it would work.
Councilmember Wagner-60% window are not appropriate to some businesses? Mr. Rued-could be waiting area;
applies to new construction
Councilmember Singer asked if any feedback was received from the ADA. Ms. Sanders replied that they liked the
proposal because it might help further development of a more traditional downtown area. She also said that the City
of Kirkland has something similar to what the City of Auburn is proposing.
Chairman Borden said that she is in favor of eliminating setbacks and providing amenities; but is not sure how to do
it architecturally. She said design requirements may need to be developed.
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Chairman Borden said that she would like to see materials from Kirkland. Ms. Sanders said that she would provide
the materials.
The Committee referred the proposed amendments to the Planning Commission in order to conduct a public
hearing.
7. Teen Program
Mr. Deal presented information on the Youth Task Force recommendations.
Mr. Petty presented information on the late night and after school programs. He said that attendance has increased
from 150 to 400+. He provided information on services provided by the school district, police, Auburn Youth
Resources, service organizations who helped; information on teen adventure programs, and grants received to help
fund these. He distributed a handout showing funding sources.
Jim Westhusing, Youth Coordinator, presented information on an "assessment" of services provided, services
needed, where the gaps are. He said the study wants to look at assets, not risks; and focus on what is working. He
said they are looking for funding sources; and $400,000 is available for communities.
Councilmember Singer asked if they had approached service groups about funding the programs. Mr. Westhusing
said they are wary of aggressively pursuing funding from outside groups.
Discussion occurred regarding funding sources and funding possibilities, and obtaining a 501C3 certification in
order to solicit certain funds and/or grants.
With no further items to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
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