HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-22-1996MINUTES OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee was held July 22,
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, Dick Deal, Bob Sokol, Josie Emmons and Jennifer Francis
ALSO PRESENT: Mayor Chuck Booth;
The meeting was called to order by Committee Chair Borden at 7:30 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING (HELD IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS):
1. WSC0013-96 - (.to be removed from the agenda:)
Removed from the agenda by Chair Borden as requested by the applicant.
2. WSC0002-96 - Michael Goral
Chair Borden opened the public hearing. Mr. Sokol presented information on the changes that
have occurred to annexation/development agreements due to ESHB 1724 (Regulatory Reform).
He explained that the procedure the committee should use to consider the matter before it which
is the issuance of the water and/or sewer certificates and the development agreement and whether
the agreement is consistent with the City Comprehensive Plan Policy CE-3. To determine
whether the proposal complies these four questions need to be considered:
1. Is it impossible for the development to annex immediately? 2. Is the proposal consistent with
the City Comprehensive Plan? 3. Is the proposal consistent with City Development standards
(or does it meet the requirements for allowing variations from City standards? .4. Is water and/or
sewer service available to the property?
If all questions can be answered in the affirmative then staff recommends the committee
recommend approval to the City Council.
Mr. Sokol stated the application WSC0002-96 for Michael Goral, staff does recommend
approval of the development agreement which will enable the issuance of water and sewer
availability.
There was no public testimony.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to close the public
hearing. Chair Borden concurred.
Councilmember Wagner asked whether the 20 foot access is consistent with City development
standards. Mr. Sokol explained it is adequate.
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Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to recommend to
the City Council approval of the development agreement which will enable the issuance of water
and sewer availability certificates to the applicant. Chair Borden concurred. ·
3. WSC0011-96: Finkbeiner Development
Chair Borden opened the public hearing. Mr. Sokol presented the staff report. Finkbeiner
development is seeking approval of the development agreement which will enable the issuance
of water and sewer availability certificates. Mr. Sokol explained sewer services are available
throughout the project but water services are available only on the southern portion of the
development. He stated the development cannot be annexed immediately, it is consistent with
the City Comprehensive Plan, it will be consistent with the City Development standards (or will
meet the requirement for allowing variations from the City standards, and water and sewer
services are available. Mr. Sokol said that staff recommends approval of the agreement.
Dennis Quimby, a resident of King County, gave public testimony. He asked which section of
the map is the public hearing regarding. Mr. Sokol pointed out on the map the location of the
project. He stated his concern is regarding the surface water drainage. Mr. Quimby explained he
feels if developed the area will continue to get worse. He stated he believes a storm sewer
system should be installed.
There was no further public testimony. Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by
Councilmember Singer to close the public hearing. Chair Borden concurred.
Councilmember Wagner asked about the size of the lots and whether they fit the Comprehensive
Plan Zoning for this Area. Mr. Sokol stated it is proposed to be R2 zoning and the size of the
lots would be appropriate.
Councilmember Singer asked for an explanation regarding the surface water. Mr. Sokol stated
there will be a detention facility and there are other detention facility standards. Mr. Sokol
explained the City's storm utility staff has reviewed this project and feels confident it will work.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to recommend to
the City Council approval of the development agreement which will enable the issuance of water
and sewer availability certificates to the applicant. Chair Borden concurred.
4. WSC0012-96 - Finkbeiner Development
Chair Borden opened the public hearing. Mr. Sokol presented the staff report. Finkbeiner
development is seeking approval of the development agreement which will enable the issuance
of water and sewer availability certificates. He stated the development cannot be annexed
immediately, it is consistent with the City Comprehensive Plan, it will be consistent with the
City Development standards (or will meet the requirement for allowing variations from the City
standards, and water and sewer services are available. Mr. Sokol said that staff recommends
approval of the agreement.
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There was no public testimony.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to close the public
hearing. Chair Borden concurred.
Councilmember Wagner asked for an explanation how the proposed project will be constructed
so that the roads will be not be too long. Mr. Sokol stated the project will be done in phases and
King County will review the phases.
Councilmember Singer asked how many new homes will be in the project. Mr. Sokol stated
approximately 205.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to recommend to
the City Council approval of the development agreement which will enable the issuance of water
and sewer availability certificates to the applicant. Chair Borden concurred.
5. WSC0014-96 - Jerry_ Prouty
Chair Borden opened the public hearing. Mr. Sokol presented the staff report. Jerry Prouty is
seeking approval of the development agreement which will enable the issuance of water and
sewer availability certificates. He stated the development cannot be annexed immediately, it is
consistent with the City Comprehensive Plan, it will be consistent with the City Development
standards (or will meet the requirement for allowing variations from the City standards, and
water and sewer services are available. Mr. Sokol said that staff recommends approval of the
agreement.
There was no public testimony.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to close the public
hearing. Chair Borden concurred.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to recommend to
the City Council approval of the development agreement which will enable the issuance of water
and sewer availability certificates to the applicant. Chair Borden concurred.
RECESS AND RECONVENE IN COUNCIL WORK AREA
6. Neighborhood Family Centers Qrant
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to table the
Neighborhood Family Centers Grant until the next PCDC meeting. Chair Borden concurred.
7. Acceptance of Planning and Environmental Review Fund Grant
Mr. Krauss presented information on the Planning and Environmental Review Fund Grant. Mr.
Krauss explained the City has received a $100,000 grant from the State to develop our
concurrency management and impact fee programs. This grant will implement the $45,000
budgeted for this project by the City.
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Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Singer to approve an
ordinance to accept a Planning and EnVironmental Review Fund Grant from the State of
Washington pending the PCDC approval of the ordinance. Chair Borden concurred.
8. Art in Public Places Program
Ms. Emmons presented information on Art in Public Places Program. She stated one of the sites
is located near the SuperMall on 15th St. SW, where there is a glass bus shelter. They would like
to hire an artist who would be willing to work with students in middle and high school. Metro is
willing to pay the wood panels and paint for the bus shelter project, but the City would be
responsible for additional expenses if other mediums such as ceramic tiles are used. The artwork
will belong to the City, but will be maintained by Metro. Ms. Emmons explained the artist will
be selected by a roster and must have experience working with children. The fee paid to the
artist will be $1,800.00 an additional $500-$800 may be required for supplies beyond paint and
wood panels.
Councilmember Singer asked how the City planned to get high school students involved. Ms.
Emmons stated that student from the After School program, middle school & high school art
classes, and the Teen Council will be invited to participate.
Ms. Emmons also present information on another Art in Public Places project. This project will
be located at the park and ride on 15th St. NE and has more potential for community visibility.
Ms. Emmons explained this would be created by an artist/artist design team. This artist/artist
design team would be selected in a more traditional manner, including a member of the City
Council on an evaluation panel. Ms. Emmons stated the budget for this project would be
$19,000 to $23,000, and the City would own all of the art work. The timeline for completion is
1997.
Councilmember Singer asked when is the Council Representative needed. Ms. Emmons
explained around September 19th. Councilmember Singer stated should would be interested.
Councilmember Wagner stated he feels it is a worthy project.
9. Future Funding Initiative Update
Mr. Deal presented information regarding the upcoming park and open space initiative. He
explained the history of park and open space bond issues in King County since 1969, and how
they have provided funds for the development of over 9,000 acres countywide with several
projects in our community. The upcoming bond issue will be known as "Fields and Streams"
and voted upon countywide September 17. If approved, approximately $3,000,000 will be
allocated for projects in Auburn. Other projects within our growth management area will be
funded by King County's portion of the bond issue, including $2,000,000 for the acquisition of
Mountain View Tree Farm on Lea Hill. In addition to parks and recreation facilities, funds from
the bond issue will be used to purchase and developing critical resource areas such as farmland
preservation and fish habitat. The cost of the bond issue to the average homeowner (home
valued at $150,000) will be 21.50 for thirty years.
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Councilmember Wagner asked about the Auburn project titled "renovation of library for a
community center". He suggested the project be named "park facility renovation" since the
disposition of the existing library is unknown at this time.
Council member Singer asked if there was an organized campaign in Auburn to support the bond
issue. Mr. Deal stated that there is a group of citizens working countywide to promote the
measure. They will work with existing groups such as Auburn Junior Football, Auburn Little
League, etc.
Mr. Deal explained that to ensure facilities constructed with bond issued funds are maintained at
an adequate standard, a maintenance levy will also be on the ballot in September. These funds
will be disbursed to each jurisdiction after projects are completed and can only be used for the
maintenance of those facilities. If approved this excess levy will cost the average homeowner
$37.50 for on year. These funds will be invested until projects are completed and will support
maintenance of facilities for fifteen years.
With no further items to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 8:56 p.m.
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