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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-03-2006 CITY OF AUBURN PLANNING COMMISSION M,EETING Tuesday, October 3,2006 --- 7:00 P.M. AUBURN CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 25 WEST MAIN STREET MINUTES The regular meeting of the Auburn Planning Commission was held on October 3, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Auburn City Hall. Those in attendance were as follows: MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Judi Roland, Vice Chair Kevin Chapman, Darci Bidman, Peter Di Turi, Renee Larsen, and Joan Mason. MEMBERS ABSENT: Dave Peace STAFF PRESENT: Interim Director of Planning, Building and Development David Osaki, Senior Planner Jeff Dixon, Senior Planner Elizabeth Chamberlain, Transportation Planner Tiffin Goodman, Senior AccountanUBudget Lisa Tylor, and Secretary Carolyn Brown. REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER Chair Judi Roland called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 PM APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Commissioners reviewed the minutes of the July 5, 2006 meeting and the minutes of the September 6, 2006 meeting. Commissioner Bidman moved to approve the minutes of July 5, 2006 as written Commissioner Chapman seconded the motion. The Commission approved 6-0. Commissioner Di Turi moved to approve the minutes of September 6, 2006 as written and Commissioner Bidman seconded the motion. The Commission approved 6-0. PUBLIC COMMENT No comments from audience at this time PLANNING DEPARTMENT REPORT None. PUBLIC HEARINGS CPA06-0001 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING October 3, 2006 City of Auburn 2006 Comprehensive Plan Amendments Group 3 of 3. Proposed map amendments to the Comprehensive Land Use Map (CPM) city wide (CPM/Areas 13-25). Policy/Text Amendments #5 and 6 - Continued from the September 6, 2006 meeting. Mayor Lewis spoke regarding the issues on tonight's agenda. Mayor Lewis stated that prior to 1959 the City of Auburn was a very small area. Most developments now in the City were built when the area was unincorporated King County. Over the years the City Council has developed a City vision map and the City of Auburn is trying to plan for the future. During that time the City Council became involved in updating the Comprehensive Plan and Comprehensive Land Use Maps. Mayor Lewis touched on the rapid growth of the area and the growth plans dictated by the Growth Management Act. Mayor Lewis also spoke briefly regarding the Streamlined Sales Tax bill that was before the Washington State legislature earlier this year and is planned to be introduced again next year. Mayor Lewis stated that hewould like to have the Planning Commission make and forward it's recommendations on to the City Council tonight. Chair Roland called for the staff report. Senior Planner Chamberlain stated that she would combine the presentation for several of the individual Comprehensive Plan Map (CMP) changes to expedite the hearing. Ms. Chamberlain provided a brief background on the GMA Comprehensive Plan that was adopted in 1995 and the annual changes the City makes to the Comprehensive Plan. She added that it will probably take to the end of year to make a final action. Ms. Chamberlain noted that the Planning Commission's September 6, 2006 public hearing was continued to tonight for text amendments 5 and 6. Ms. Chamberlain said the first group of plan map amendments to be reviewed will be for CPM 13, 14, 15 and 24. CPM 13 is located north of Auburn City Hall. The property is currently designated "Publici Quasi-Public" and staff is recommending a change to "Downtown". The property was originally owned by the City and has been purchased by Auburn Regional Medical Center and the "Downtown" designation reflects the new ownership. CMP 14 is currently designated "Heavy Industrial" and "Light Industrial". It is the Emerald Downs racetrack and surrounding properties. The designation to "Heavy Commercial" will be in keeping with the current use. Emerald Downs would not become a non-conforming use at this site with the change to the Comprehensive Plan. CPM 15 is just to the west of Emerald Downs and adjacent to State Route 167 and north of 15th Street NW. This area is currently designated as "Light Industrial". A small area near the freeway will retain the Open Space designation , with a large portion to be changed to "Heavy Commercial" . CPM 24 is at the corner of I Street NE and 30th Street NE. The property is owned by the City and was previously considered for a fire station site. The designation now is Public-Quasi- Public and is proposed to be changed to "Heavy Commercial." Chair Roland opened the Public Hearing on these plan map amendments. MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING October 3, 2006 Gary Volchok, with CB/Richard Ellis, 16400 South center Parkway, Tukwila spoke regarding CPM #15. His concern was with the parcel closest to the off ramp by 15th Street and 0 Street NW. He stated his client has recently gone through a lengthy process to obtain a DNS and grading permits. The C3 (Heavy Commercial) zoning is usually automobile related and not truck related. With the cottonwoods trees that are tall and limit visibility of this site, there is no exposure to people driving by. Commissioner Chapman asked the size of the property. Mr. Volchok stated it is six (6) acres and that the permits are to build a 100,000 square foot building. If the change is approved the owner will decide what to build. Chair Roland closed the public hearing as there was no other testimony. Commissioner Mason asked for total acreage of CPM # 15. Ms. Chamberlain stated it is 95.29 acres. Commissioner Larsen asked how the current permits will be affected. Ms. Chamberlain stated any current permits are vested under the current zoning. Commissioner Chapman asked if staff had received any comments from the other property owners and Ms. Chamberlain stated there were none. Mr. Volcl)ok asked to speak again and Chair Roland reopened the public hearing. Mr. Volchok asked if the City could determine how much of this 95 acres is wetlands. Ms. Chamberlain stated staff could roughly determine the wetland acreage and provide to the Commissioners if needed, however that was not necessary. Lee Shephard, 12835 Bel-Red Road, Bellevue WA asked when, after the changes to the Comprehensive Plan are approved, is it anticipated that rezones would start. Also, do all the existing structures/uses become non-conforming uses and what is the next step and the likely timing of the next step. Ms. Chamberlain stated that the implementing rezones were to happen later this year and when completed then the structures could become non-conforming. Commissioner Larsen asked if the area has wetlands then shouldn't the property be planned for some other designation. Ms. Chamberlain stated that in order to determine the exact boundary of the wetland the City will have to do a full wetlands delineation study. Any development of these properties would require a wetland study to determine the exact location. Chair Roland added it is not the intention to eliminate the wetlands, but just change the Comprehensive Plan designation. Interim Director of Planning, Building and Development Osaki stated staff anticipates processing rezones as early as next month. He also noted, regardless of the zoning, that the city has a Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) in place that will protect any wetlands on site. Chair Roland asked for the decision of the Planning Commission. Commissioner Chapman moved to approve the request of the City to change CPM # 13, 14, 15 and 24 as discussed. Commissioner Bidman seconded the motion. The Commission briefly discussed the access to the area. The changes to CPM 13,14, 15 and 24 were approved 6-0. MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING October 3, 2006 Ms. Chamberlain stated the next items will be CPM 16 and CPM 17. CPM 16 is located at the intersection of I Street NE and 30 Street NE. Currently the site is designated "Light Industrial" and the proposal is to designate it to "Heavy Commercial". The Planning Commission reviewed the same proposal in 2004 and the change was not approved by the City Council. The "Light Industrial" designation is surrounded by "Heavy Commercial" designations to the north, south and west. In 2005 an Administrative Use permit was approved by the Planning Director and there is a professional office at the actual site of CPM 16. Ms. Chamberlain described CPM17 as an approximately 5.18 acre site near the north Auburn fire station and Lowes. It is the only "Light Industrial" pocket in the area. The Staff . recommendation is to amend the comprehensive plan map for this area to "Light Commercial". Ms. Chamberlain added that CPM 17 is within the North Auburn Business Area Plan. Commissioner Mason inquired if CPM 17 was occupied or empty and Ms. Chamberlain stated it is an occupied warehouse facility. Chair Roland opened the public hearing for CPM 16 and 17. Chair Roland closed the public hearing as there was no testimony from the audience. Commissioner Di Turi moved to recommend CPM 16 and 17 to the Council for adoption. Ms. Bidman seconded the motion. The Commission voted 6-0 in favor of the motion. Ms. Chamberlain proceeded to the next proposed amendments -- CPM 18 and 19. Ms, Chamberlain stated CPM 18 is currently designated "Light Industrial". Staff is recommending "Heavy Commercial". The parcel is located south of Highway 18 and the ,access is from 8th Street SW from C Street SW. Ms. Chamberlain stated this change is more consistent with the zoning of the SuperMall to the west and continuing along the commercial corridor of 15th Street SW. Ms. Chamberlain stated CPM 19 is south of CPM 18 and is currently designated"Heavy Industrial" and "Public and Quasi-Public". This area includes vacant parcels, the City's M&O facility, the Auburn School District school bus barn, the GSA ballfield and Supervalue cold storage facility. Ms. Chamberlain noted both areas are in close proximity to the transit station and could be a high quality commercial development. Ms. Chamberlain concluded these two areas are also in a strategy targeted area identified in the Economic Development Strategies brochure. Chair Roland asked for clarity on CPM 19 and the "Public & Quasi-Public" designation. Ms. Chamberlain stated the GSA ballfield, bus barn and M&O facility are currently designated "PubliclQuasi Public". Chair Roland opened the public hearing for CPM 18 and 19. Lee Shephard 12835 Bel-Red Road, Bellevue represents the owners of the property in CPM 18. Mr. Shepard displayed pictures of the facility. He stated one of the biggest concerns of the owners of the property, which has a 285,000 foot building on site and is occupied by four tenants, is the potential for the building to become a non-conforming use. He stated that a 400 foot deep building is not conducive to commercial use and the design and location of the MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING October 3, 2006 building will not lend itself to commercial uses. Mr. Shephard said the building was built with ballast in order to accommodate a rail line and is concerned since the railroad is right next to the building. Mark Hancock Segale Properties Tukwila, WA 98138. Mr. Hancock spoke on CPM 19. He stated the Segale Properties has an 18 acre parcel in the area. Mr. Hancock stated the owners oppose the change because the parcel is not appropriate for a heavy commercial use as the property is separated and buried behind other properties. The only access to the property is a small dead end road and it has no visibility for shoppers from C Street SW. Mr. Hancock stated, also, the surrounding areas have no access to the SuperMall as the area is bisected by the railroad. Mr. Hancock said the site is not attractive and in their opinion C Street SW is not a good retail street as the Burlington Northern Railroad is on the east side. Mr. Hancock also noted that the US Government is the underlying landowner of GSA Park and the bus barn. Commissioner Chapman asked what is the current use of the property and Mr. Hancock responded the property is vacant and if the property is designated commercial the owners are sure it will remain vacant as the property would be hard to locate. Mr. Hancock then distributed a letter to the Planning Commission that listed his previous comments. Mr. Shephard also distributed a letter to the Planning Commission members to be entered into the record. Chair Roland asked for the definition of "Heavy Commercial" in comparison to "Heavy Industrial". Ms. Chamberlain stated the main difference is that warehousing is not allowed in heavy commercial. Heavy commercial uses include restaurants, auto repair, retail stores, and other similar uses. Commissioner. Larson asked about truck patterns and the delivery traffic. Ms. Chamberlain stated retail traffic will be a different pattern, such as later in the evening when supplies are delivered to a store. Warehouses could have truck traffic all day. Commissioner Chapman asked if there were any residential parcels in this location. Ms. Chamberlain noted there are some older existing homes along with the Longhorn Barbeque restaurant, a muffler shop, and several other small businesses. Chair Roland asked regarding CPM 18 about the.25% expansion of non-conforming uses: Ms. Chamberlain said Auburn City Code (ACC) 18.54.060 states the Hearing Examiner can issue a special exception. City Attorney Dan Heid answered the Auburn City Code does limit physical expansion of a building. The 25% is a limitation. Mr. Osaki stated in the past the limitation is when the actual physical structure is expanded and there has been no history as to expansion of the employee base. Commissioner Bidman inquired what is the advantage to changing the land use designation for CPM 18. Mr. Osaki stated the Comprehensive Plan is a long range document and no matter what is on the property now the current use can go on, but the City has a desire to see the property developed in the future for commercial purposes. Future use is what a plan reflects. MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING October 3, 2006 Chair Roland directed the Planning Commissioner to read the letters that were submitted at tonight's public hearing before deliberating. Commissioner Chapman suggested that by increasing the commercial near the location of the Segale property, the properties over time will result in more traffic being drawn into the area supporting commercial uses. . Commissioner Bidman disagreed by saying the area appears to be built out. Commissioner Bidman said she cannot see the GSA park, or the Auburn School District bus barn changing their facilities and the area is not conducive to "Heavy Commercial". Commissioner Di Turi stated it is attractive to have retail along a major street and to have a visible gateway. He doesn't see the inner parcels having the same type of impact. Commissioner Mason stated she is not convinced these amendments should be made and is opposed to changing the designation. Commissioner Oi Turi made the motion to deny CPM 18 and CPM 19 to the City Council. Commissioner Bidman seconded the motion. The Planning Commission moved 4-1 to deny with Chair Roland abstaining. Ms. Chamberlain stated the boundary of CPM #23 is north of West Main and near West Auburn High School, H Street NW to the west, 4th Street NW to the north, and C Street NW to the east. The current designation is "Heavy Industrial" and with a few "Light Industrial" designated parcels. Staff recommendation is for the area to be designated "Downtown". Ms. Chamberlain stated that the intent of the proposal is to bring a mixture of various land uses together. To the west of the area is the Auburn Environmental Park (AEP) and the new Environmental Park (EP) District. The City's Economic Development Strategies document caJls for Area 23 to be the second phase of the AEP. Ms. Chamberlain said staff has determined the properties are under utilized and low density. Ms. Chamberlain added the area is near the train station and the change in designation will create a transition area with more dense development. She stated the land use designation of "Downtown" encourages mixed use development. Ms. Chamberlain noted the Commissioners received two letters from Waste Management that were submitted to the City, regarding the development moratorium. Commissioner Chapman inquired about the L shaped properties. Ms. Chamberlain said that area is designated "Residential Office". She also noted there is a small portion of "Downtown" designation that is existing west of C Street NW and south of West Main Street Mr. Osaki added that in the year 2000 the City held a series of meetings with the neighbors in this area and the neighbors came up with the designation they preferred and the properties along Main Street on the south side were designated "Downtown" at that time. The plan of the City is to keep some high density residential near the downtown core. Mr. Osaki stated the C2 uses are similar to light commercial, but that C2 uses seeks more pedestrian orientation and encourages mixed use. Chair Roland opened the public hearing on CPM #23. Jerry Hardebeck 801 2nd Avenue Suite 614, Seattle spoke on behalf of Waste Management in the capacity of public relations. Mr. Hardebeck stated the company started working in the City about 2000. Over time they wanted to recycle more material and decided to build a new MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING October 3, 2006 recycling center. Mr. Hardebeck stated the company purchased a vacant lot next door and now find themselves unable to develop because of the moratorium. Mr. Hardebeck said if the comprehensive plan change takes place the company faces becoming a non-conforming use. The company also feels that they couldn't sell vacant property they own next door. Mr. Hardebeck said the property was purchased with the intent of building a recycling center for construction debris. As no one else came forth to speak, Chair Roland closed the public hearing and called for discussion. Commissioner Di Turi stated there will be a substantial number of properties that will abut the downtown area properties and the streets will act as a buffer to divide this type of area. Ms. Chamberlain agreed that any development that comes in to the City is reviewed and landscape buffers are considered. The City will also look at other design features and site design. The Planning Commission discussed the buffering and how it would look and what could be developed that would blend with the neighborhood, such as bioswales and landscaping. Chair Roland opened the public hearing again as Commissioner Mason would like to question Mr., Hardebeck about the use of the property. Mr. Hardebeck stated the Waste Management Company has kept the City apprised of their plans at all times. Chair Roland again closed the public hearing. Commissioner Larson moved to deny CPM #23. Commissioner Mason seconded the motion. Motion carried 6-0. Ms. Chamberlain proceeded to review CPM # 20, 21, 22, and 25 CPM# 20 is located mid-point along A Street SE at 29th Street SE and east to 0 Street SE. The total site is about 41 acres. The business on the site is a precast concrete facility and is adjacent to "Heavy Commercial" along A Street SE with some "High Density Residential" to the east. Ms. Chamberlain added this proposal stems from the Economic Development Strategies document of November 2005. A Street SE is slated to become a commercial corridor. The use also extends east into the residential area. A Street SE is not a designated truck route but is a heavy commuter route averaging 23,000 trips a day. There is potential for commercial development along A Street SE. Ms. Chamberlain stated that the City received letters from Utility Vault that were dated July 26, 2006, July 28, 2006 and August 8, 2006 regarding the proposed change. CPM # 21 proposal is to change "Heavy Industrial" designated land to "Heavy Commercial" along A Street SE and then "High Density Residential" to the east. This area covers approximately 39 acres. Ms. Chamberlain stated the existing uses include an auto auction, an auto wrecking yard and some vacant land. CPM# 22 is located south of the White River and on Oravetz Road SE. The change is to "Light Commercial" from "Light Industrial". The property is adjacent to the White River and the City would like to see less intensive use along the river. MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING October 3, 2006 CPM# 25 is currently designated "Heavy Commercial" and "Moderate Density Residential". The streets that border this area are A Street SE to B Street SE from approximately 8th Street SE to 17th Street SE. Ms. Chamberlain stated a neighborhood meeting was held in June and City staff met with residents to discuss how far east and how far south the target area should be located. The best boundary was determined from this meeting. Staff determined that the "Light Commercial" designation allows for retail and restaurant business. Ms. Chamberlain noted for the record that staff received one letter from Joseph Simmons advocating against the proposed changes. Commissioner Mason asked if the property of Area 22 is vacant or occupied. Ms. Chamberlain answered the Danner Corporation has a facility on the site. Ms. Chamberlain stated that the whole parcel will be changed and the whole area will be "Light Commercial". Chair Roland opened the public hearing Jim Schack, with Utility Vault which owns the 41 acres that encompasses the CMP #20. Mr. Schack stated the company has been in Auburn since 1965 and at this site since 1968. The company is committed to staying in Auburn as they have a lease until 2009. Mr. Schack provided background on what the company does and the number of employees. Mr. Schack stated they believe a change in zoning can compromise the use of the facility. There is a mobile home community just to the north and an apartment complex to the east with no complaints from either area to the company since they started. Mr. Schack added the railroad is to the west and a small island of King County to the south. Mr. Schack also discussed the traffic and stated A Street SE could be a 7 -mile long strip mall with all the shopping on the east side. Mr. Schack asks the Planning Commission to not jump to a quick judgment. Mr. Di Turi asked Mr. Schack how many trucks ingress/egress the facility. Mr. Schack stated that about 20 trucks leaving at some time and most will return at some point. Mr. Di Turi asked if there have been problems with trucks entering and leaving the site. Mr. Schack said the street being 5 lanes wide with a center turn lane helps the turns and the light at 29th helps to cause breaks in the traffic. Commissioner Larson asked if all the property is developed. Mr. Schack stated the company has room to expand but they do use a lot of outside storage. At this time about 35 acres are effectively used for outdoor storage. Another point provided by Mr. Schack is that the property has a site contained storm water facility and no storm water leaves the site. Robert Reddy addressed CPM# 21 as a representative of the auto auction property. He stated the property used to be Rohr Aviation in the 50's and 60's and has been the auto auction since the 90's. The parcel is located on 0 Street SE and not on A Street SE. Mr. Ready stated the City will be restricting the industrial by going to commercial. More often than not, a non- conforming use to property makes a property owner less careful of the land. Mr. Ready added that the vacant portion was for a planned expansion. Commissioner Di Turi inquired as to how many vehicles go in and out of the business and where is the egress located. Mr. Ready stated the egress is on 0 Street SE and goes through a residential area to access the main road. Mr. Ready added the Auto Auction is leasing the property until 2018. He said with the addition of asphalt the property is not suitable for housing. Mr. Gary Volchok with C/B Richard Ellis also commented on CPM# 21. He said the area is in dire need of heavy industrial zoning. Mr. Volchok said In the M1 zone there can be 51% of the MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING October 3, 2006 site used for outside storage. Mr. Volchok said it is difficult if not impossible to find a large enough piece of property for industrial use with outside storage. He also discussed the various uses of the properties in the area and improvements that have been made to the property. Steve Allen residing at 3117 0 Street SE testified on behalf of the Auto Auction and the Utility Vault. He was in favor of keeping both businesses as they provide jobs for the area. Chair Roland closed the public hearing. Commissioner Di Turi made a motion to consider amendments 20, 21, 22 and 25 separately. Commissioner Bidman seconded the motion. The Commission voted 6-0 in favor. CPM #20 the change from Heavy Industrial to Heavy Commercial. Commissioner Chapman moved to not recommend this change. Commissioner Larson seconded the motion. The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to deny recommendation to City Council. CPM #21 change from Heavy Industrial to Heavy Commercial and High Density Residential. Commissioner Larson moved to not recommend this change. Commissioner Bidman seconded the motion. The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to deny recommendation to City Council. Commissioner Bidman would like to recommend to staff that the two areas be separated out in the future if this proposal is brought back to the Commission for some reason. CPM #22 is the area of the Danner Corporation and a day care. The Planning Commission discussed the property's location near two schools. Commissioner Bidman stated she would like to see a representative from the Danner Corporation at the public hearing. Commissioner Di Turi noted they will get an opportunity to speak at the City Council. There was additional discussion on the location. Commissioner Bidman moved to not recommend this change. Commissioner Di Turi seconded the motion. The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to deny recommendation to City Council. CPM #25. Commissioner Di Turi noted this area is a collaboration between the City and the Terminal Park area. Commissioner Di Turi moved to accept this change. Commissioner Bidman seconded the motion. The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval to City Council. Ms. Chamberlain stated the next item on the agenda for public hearing are Policy/Text Amendments (PIT) #5 and 6 - Continued from the September 6,2006 meeting. Chair Roland asked who in the audience was there to speak about Policy/Text Amendments (PIT) #5 and 6. There was indication from the audience that people were there to speak on PIT #6. There was no one present to speak on PIT #5. PIT Amendment # 6 was reviewed by Transportation Planner Tiffin Goodman and she explained the background and what was discussed at the last public hearing. Ms. Goodman stated there have been some updates to ensure the data in the plan is current. Most notably, the daily traffic volumes have been updated to include the 2006 counts. Ms. Goodman reiterated the previously discussed changes included a revision to the plan language to reflect the King County Metro Transit and Sound Transit changes to bus routes in 2006, and removed the multi-use trail along the west side of A Street SE. There were several changes to the MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING October 3, 2006 policy chapter of the Comprehensive Transportation Plan. Most of the policy changes were grammatical. However, there were some substantive changes to the freight policies. The truck route map was also updated to include changes that will aid the City in implementing the new truck impact fee system for new development. Chair Roland continued the public hearing from September on PIT Amendment #6. Laurie A. Pinard, attorney for ICON Materials. Ms. Pinard provided a brief background of ICON Materials, which is the successor to Segale Mining, and operates what is known as the Auburn pit. Ms. Pinard noted this is a mineral resource area protected by the state. The proposed undesignated truck routes will now deny use of ICON trucks to cross the City of Auburn. ICON Materials were not aware of the 2005 changes to undesignate some truck routes. Ms. Pinard stated the signage identifying truck routes throughout the City should be modified and coordinated with the current truck route designations. She also stated that the private haul route between R Street SE and 41 st Street SE should stay private as the land owner is the Segale family. However, this is now proposed to be designated as a future truck route. Ms. Pinard pointed out that another question is that Kersey Way was previously designated a truck route and then removed as a truck route in 2005. Ms. Pinard said that there are several issues for the ICON Materials company. 1) This is ICON's only access to the Pit; 2) The plan is to redesignate only a portion of Kersey Way from the ICON pit driveway to the White River. Ms. Pinard read a lengthy letter regarding the issues into the public hearing. Mark Hancock with Segale Properties also addressed the potential impact of the private road as a designated truck route. He stated that Kersey Way needs to be designated as a truck route. If the truck routes are not redesignated, it opens numerous problems if they are used by truck tr~ffic. The new map shows there is no way to travel all the way through the City on the truck route network. Mr. Hancock stated the gravel pit is protected by the GMA and the Comprehensive Transportation Plan amendments need more work, before going to Council. Commissioner Bidman asked Ms. Goodman for more information. Ms. Goodman stated that that the truck route map is intended to regulate through truck trips, with both origins and destinations outside the City of Auburn. The plan has policies indicating this. Local truck trips, with origins and/or destinations in the City are encouraged to use the truck route network. However, city code permits up to nine (9) local trips per day per site to use routes not designated as truck routes. In addition, city code and Comprehensive Transportation Plan policies allows for a process in which individual companies can obtain a permit for ten or more local trips per day per site if they need to use routes other than the designated truck routes. Ms. Goodman stated the plan is a 20-year plan and thus, future routes are designated for long- range planning use, rather than their current function. For example, the ICON private road has has been designated as a minor arterial since 1997. Designating the road as a future truck route serves a similar purpose, to show that it is the City's vision for the road to one day function as a city truck route. This designation is consistent with the City Council's 2016 Vision, which identifies a haul route from R Street SE to Ellingson Road as #47 on their vision map. The Planning Commission discussed continuing the hearing to allow time to review the materials presented. On PIT Amendment #5, the Committee had no additional questions. Commissioner Bidman moved to recommend approval of PIT Amendment # 5 to City Council. Commissioner Mason MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING October 3, 2006 seconded the motion. The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to pass with Commissioner Larson abstaining as she was not at the previous meeting. Commissioner Bidman moved to continue the public hearing on PIT #6 to Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at 7:00 in City Council Chambers. Commissioner Di Turi seconded the motion. The Planning Commission passed the motion 6-0 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the Planning Commission adjourned at 11 :01 PM.