HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-22-1997MINUTES OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
SEPTEMBER 22. 1997
The regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee was held
September 22, 1997 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, Lisa Clausen, B. Sanders, Keith Niven, Lynn
Rued and Jennifer Francis
OTHERS PRESENT: Cyril Van Selus; Doug Kelbaugh, University of Washington
The meeting was called to order by Committee Chair Borden at 7:34 p.m.
1. ANX0005-97
Mr. Rued presented information on an annexation for six property owners at the east end of East
Main Street who have requested that their property be annexed to the City of Auburn. The
property is a 2.42 acre parcel which is part of a larger unincorporated peninsula that lies south of
E. Main Street and west of the Green River.
Mr. Rued explained, if the Council wishes to proceed with the annexation, a petition will be
prepared which needs to be signed by the property owners representing at least 60% of the
assessed valuation of the area to be annexed. If all the property owners, who signed the
application requesting the annexation process begin, sign the petition for annexation the
percentage of assessed valuation will be 87%. When the petition has been signed, with the
appropriate signatures, and returned to the City, a public hearing will then be scheduled.
Mr. Krauss explained the City is currently providing free services to those residents outside the
city limits since they use City police, fire and parks. Annexing these properties into the City is
the only way to resolve this. He further indicated that the Mayor has requested staff begin a
process to annex the remaining unincorporated islands. Staff will report back to the committee
with a proposed work program.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Barber to recommend to
City Council approval of this annexation. Chair Borden concurred.
2. Inteflocal Agreement between City. of Auburn and Port of Seattle
Mr. Krauss presented information on the final version of the Inteflocal Agreement between the
City of Auburn and the Port of Seattle. He explained staffhas been working on this agreement
for a year and a half. The agreement accomplishes the following: The Port will pay its fair share
of development costs through cash and land dedications. Staff is working with the Port to
achieve no net loss of developable property. The value of cash and land being offered by the
Port is approximately $1.2 million. Mr. Krauss explained the Port will be deeding the trail
corridor to the river to King County and it will be part of the Regional Trail System. The Port
will be armoring the river, they are scheduled to act on it soon. The Port will design their project
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to become part of the Green River floodplain which will allow the development of other sites in
the area that are currently impacted. The Port will hold the City harmless against all claims made
against this agreement and any subsequent rezones or permits. The City will agree to change the
zoning ordinance to allow wetland mitigation as a principal use. The Port will then make
application to the City which will be reviewed in the normal manner. The City approval of
required permits and successful completion of appeal periods is required to receive full pay out.
Councilmember Wagner suggested a few changes to the agreement.
Councilmember Wagner made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Borden to recommend the
City Council to approve the Interlocal Agreement as modified. Chair Borden concurred.
3. Draft Park Plan
Mr. Deal presented information on the Draft Park Plan. He explained the last plan is from 1986
and that plan is now out of compliance and has been since 1992. The impact fee process has
driven the completion of the Park Plan. Mr. Deal gave brief information of each chapter.
Chapter 1 explained the purpose of the Parks and Recreation Plan. The Plan is for city limits not
the PAA. The Park Plan is for both facilities and programming. The Plan provides guidance for
the Parks Dept. Chapter 2 shows the population continues to grow and the need for parks in the
City of Auburn. Chapter 3 demonstrated the participation rate of residents in the City's
programs and facilities, and the types of activities preferred by the residents.
Councilmember Wagner asked about handicap accessible recreation and other specialized
recreations. Mr. Deal said the specialized activities are very strong. Councilmember Wagner
suggested adding these specialized activities, such as equestrian, skateboarding, boating and
handicap accessible recreation to the Plan.
Chapter 4 shows the goals and policies statements. Chapter 5 explains the needs assessment and
recommended improvements.
Chair Borden asked how the City could get more input from the residents in the areas of the
parks. Mr. Deal explained the process does include public meetings. Chair Borden suggested
taking walking surveys in the parks. Mr. Deal said the City currently does take surveys at classes
and programs that are offered, and they could put it in the plan for future references.
Chapter 6 describes the recreation and cultural programs. Mr. Deal explained the Fee Waiver
program for these activities. Chapter 7 details the Open Space Plan, including goals for steep
slopes and wildlife areas. Chapter 8 explains the trails needs, goals, and objectives. Chapter 9
describes the Parks and Recreation Administration. Chapter 10 details the action and
implementation of the Plan.
October 7th the final plan will be reviewed by the Park Board and heard at the Planning
Commission Public Hearing. October 13th the Plan will be brought back to the Planning and
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Community Development Committee for review of the final Plan. November 3rd or 17th, the
plan will go to City Council for Public Heating. On December 1 st or 15th the Plan is scheduled
for Final adoption by City Council.
4. Lea Hill Report
Mr. Niven presented information regarding the Lea Hill Report. He explained over 500 notices
were sent to let residents know of an upcoming public hearing scheduled for October 7, 1997 and
the availability of the Executive Summary of the Lea Hill Report.
Councilmember Wagner suggested a few changes to the report and Mr. Niven agreed. Mr. Niven
mention the connection t° Lea Hill from the 277th Street improvement project would likely be
the only point of contention between the Task Force and the City.
5. Draft 1998 Legislative Agenda
Ms. Clausen presented information on the draft 1998 Legislative Agenda. She explained under
Transportation the City supports seeking additional revenue, the State's assistance in obtaining
the designation of Auburn as a future Amtrak passenger rail station location, and adoption of
recommendations stemming from the work of the State Freight Mobility Advisory Committee to
create a program to invest in freight mobility improvements. Ms. Clausen briefly explained the
items under Municipal Finance and Local Authority/Safety. Councilmember Wagner suggested
a few changes to the Agenda. Ms. Clausen said Councilmember Poe had also suggested some
changes.
6. 11niversity of Washington Student Project on Transit Station
Mr. Kelbaugh presented information regarding a student project on a transit station. He
explained this was a project for his students last spring and groups of students were responsible
for different aspects of the project and the model. He showed a 20 minute slide show of the
transit station and surrounding development. Mr. Kelbaugh explained some of the unique
possibilities such as a food court, six story hotel, gymnasium, four story parking garage,
downtown library, etc. He said that he feels Auburn has a lot of potential for this type of
development. Mr. Kelbaugh showed the model that was constructed by the students and said the
City could keep the model and the information board.
With no further items to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 9:38 p.m.
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