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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-16-1974 374 AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 16, 1974 The regular meeting of the Auburn City Council convened at 8:00 P.M., in the Auburn City Council Chambers. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present: Councilman Lawler, Kitchell, Craig, Darling, Holman, F1echsig and Lea. APPROVAL OF MINUTES t t It was moved by Darling,seconded by Lawler, that the Council Minutes of September 3, 1974, be approved with the following correction: Page 7, last sentence in the fourth paragraph~ under Miscellaneous Business, should read "Councilman Darling stated that I train was going West, at approximately five minutes after seven (7:05 A.M.) this morning." MOTION CARRIED PUBLIC HEARINGS The City Clerk read two letters, one from Mr. Robert Rollins of 29703 l24th S.E. and the other from Mr. Hugh T. Edwards of 11624 S.E. 304th, opposing L.I.D. 284. Mayor Kersey declared Public Hearing open on the Final Assessment Roll for L.I.D. 284, water mains and appurtenances on S.E. l18th. Mr. Hugh Edwards, of 11624 S.E. 304th, stated that the City Clerk had read his letter and he is ;in the audience to listen to the Public Hearing. It was moved by Craig, seconded by Holman, that the Public Hearing be closed. MOTION CARRIED Prior to motion, Councilman Darling asked if Pat Nevins or George Schuler would respond to the letter from Mr. Edwards~ Mr. Schuler stated that he had reviewed his 'files and twº_~eetings were !leld wï th the property o~mers on l18th Avenue S..E. The meetings were-held on June7~ 1973, and December 11, 1973, and Mr. Edwards was in I attendance at both meetings. There were no other meetings scheduled. After the December meeting, the petitions were circulated for signatures by the interested property owners. Mr. Schuler stated that at one of the meetings the charge in lieu of assessment, for connection to the water main on S.E. 304th Street, was discussed. He stated that if. the property owners who own the corner lots would pay their charge in lieu òf assessment on 304th Street that the first 120 feet of assessment on l18L~ would not be included in the L.I.D. Mr. Schuler stated that the City did not go out and ask the people to pay the charge in lieu of assessment after the petition had been prepared because the estimated front foot cost to the benefitted properties is based upon the total assessable front footage wi thin the district. Mr. Edwards' assessment on l18th, for this 120 feet, amounted to 120 feet at $6.14 per front foot for a cost of $734.80. Based upon his legal description, because his property has been segregated, he would be excluded from paying for 160 feet of frontage on 304th Street. If Mr. Edwards paid the charge in lieu of assessment on 304th, this would amount to 160 feet at $4.50 per front foot for $720.00 (making tile difference between the two costs - $14.80). Mr. Schuler passed out a drawing to aid the Mayor, Council and Mr. Edwards. Councilman Craig stated if he understands what has been stated, and Mr. Edwards had been given the assessment on 304th instead of l18th, there would have been an additional cost. Mr. Schuler stated if Mr. Edwards paid on a normal 80 foot lot he would still be liable for an 80 foot portion to the west, since his property has been segregated. Councilman Flechsig asked on that basis, what would Mr. Edwards be paying as compared I to what is outlined on his letter. Mr. Schuler stated he is addressing only the 120 feet that Mr. Edwards asked for adjustment and stated if the assessnlent had been paid on 304th, he would be liable for another 80 foot assessment and it would not have been a reduction in cost, as stated in his letter. Councilman Craig asked if Mr. Edwards property h~s been totally assessed now. Mr. Schuler stated that in regard to the piece of property being discussed, yes,:because he has segregated his property; however, he would still be liable for a charge in lieu of assessment upon the balance of his property to the west. Mr. Edwards asked if he pays the full assessment along l18th, then the full amount on 304th will be excluded in the future. Mr. Schuler stated yes and explained that the first 160 feet on 304th is included in the legal description for the L.I.D. on l18êh. -1- AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY 375 SEPTEMBER 16, 1974 Mr. Edwards asked if he has the option to go the other way if he decided to make a quick decision now. Mr. Schuler explained the cost would have to be paid by all of the people involved in the L.I.D. or the City would have to pick up the cost. Mr. Edwards stated that is the way he would prefer to go. Councilman Craig asked Mr. Schuler what the cost to the City would be if the other option was agreed upon. Mr. Schuler explained the cost would involve adjusting all of the L.I.D. Rolls - making the cost to the other property owners higher, calling for , a new public hearing, readvertisipg.. the Assessment Roll, and paying more interest ~ for the project. If It was moved by Darling, seconded by Craig, that the Final Assessment L.I.D.No. 284 be confirmed and the City Attorney be directed to draw ordinance approving and confirming the assessments and the assessment Roll for up the necessary roll. ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Darling, Holman, Lea, Lawler, Kitchell and Craig voting YES. Councilman Flechsig voting NO. MOTION CARRIED AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION ~ Joan Evans of 321 "K" Street S.E. presented a petition, with 63 .signatures in favor t-- of lowering the speed limi t to 25 mph on 4th Street S. E., to the Ci ty Clerk. She '-:J pointed out that many people travel on 4th Street S.E. to go to.. school or work and ~ many of the drivers exceed the speed limit. She also stated that the noise level ~ in the area is extremely high. Mrs. Evans asked the Council if they would not lower the speed limit, at least look at the tolerance rate and see that the speed limit is enforced. Margueritte Luke of 936 4th Street S.E. stated she had taken a survey of residents in the area of 4th'Street S.E. The survey included ten suggestions to help eliminate the problems on 4th Street. She stated the survey had been turned over to the Public Works Department and should have been discussed in August. Mrs. Luke also pointed out that the noise level on 4th Street S.E. is very high and she feels lowering the speed would also reduce the noise. Mrs. Luke presented a copy of the survey to the City Clerk. I Bob Gaines, Manager of the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce, stated that he would like to make several comments when Ordinance NO. 2827 is discussed. Lois tvoodbridge of 325 "I" Street S.E. spoke in favor of lowering the speed limit on 4th Street S.E. and agreed with the other ladies that the noise level in the area is extremely high. BID OPENINGS Bids were opened September 5,1974,10:30 A.M., for painting of the Auburn Fire Station. The following bid was submitted: CURT INGALLS PAINTING CO. Interior Exterior Alternate $784.00 991.00 470.00 The above bid was accompanied by Bid Check. It was moved by Craig, seconded by Holman, that the bid for painting of the Auburn Fire Station be awarded to Curt Ingalls Painting Company on their bid of $2,245.00, which includes the Interior, Exterior and Alternate Bids and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the contract. I ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED RECOMMENDATIONS The following items were submitted by the Director of Planning and Community Development, George Schu1er~ for Council Approval: - Call for Public Hearing on the request of Joe Starkovich t~ rezone from C-1to C-3, a parcel of land located adjacent to and south of Auburn Way South between "c" and" D"Streets S .E~ _ (Application No. 9-74) It was moved by Darling, seconded by Lea, that a Public Hearing be held on the rezone request of Joe Starkovich (Application No. 9-74) on October 7, 1974, at 8:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED -2- 376 AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 16, 197~ Call for Public Hearing on the request of David H. Erickson to rezone from M-l to C-3, a parcel of land located at 931 Auburn Way North. (Application No. 10-74) It was moved by Darling, seconded by Lea, that a Public Hearing be held on the rezone request of David H. Erickson (Application No. 10-74) on October 7, 1974, at 8:00 P.M. in the Ci ty Council Chambers. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED t r Call for Public Hearing on the request of Realbon Corp. to rezone from M-l to C-3, a parcel of land located adjacent to 15th Street S.W. and east of the Valley Freeway, known as the Auburn 400 site. (Application No. 11-74) It was moved by Darling, seconded by Lea, that a Public Hearing be held on the rezcl request of Realbon Corp. (Application No. 11-74) on October 7, 1974, at 8:00 P.M. in the Ci ty Council Chambers. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED The following items were submi tted by the Director of Public Works, Pat Nevins, for Council Approval: Creation of L.I.D. 285, storm drainage in the Auburn Academy area. It was moved by Lea, seconded by Craig, that L.I.D. 285 be created and the City Attorney be directed to prepare the necessary ordinance to accomplish same. MOTION CARRIED Permission to call for bids on L.I.D. 285, storm drainage in th~ Auburn Academy area. It was moved by Lea, seconded by Flechsig, that authority be given to call for bid on L.I.D. 285. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. PROCLAMATIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS MOTION CARRIED I Mayor Kersey announced that a Workshop Meeting will be held at 7:30 P.M. on Monday, September 23, 1974, in connection with the Soil Conservation Service. Discussion will be held on the drainage problems in the Auburn Area. Mayor Kersey pointed out that at a previous meeting, discussion was held on the cost citizens will be charged for living in the flood plan area. Everyone is invited to the Workshop Meeting on September 23, 1974, and the Mayor and Council would like to hear thoughts from the citizens living in the Auburn Area. Mayor Kersey announced that the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce is holding their banquet on September 18, 1974, at the Auburn Elks. Those persons interested in attending the banquet should contact the Chamber of Commerce tomorrow morning. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS BUILDING COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LAWLER Chairman Lawler announced that the Building Committee Meeting scheduled for September 9, 1974, was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled Building Committee Meeting will be at 7:30 P.M. on October 14, 1974. Chairman Lawler announced that a Workshop,Session of the Building Committee will held on Monday, September 30, 1974, at 7:30 P.M. to discuss a master plan for a Municipal Building. A presentation will be made by an architectural firm. be AIRPORT COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN KITCHELL I Chairman Kitchell announced that the Airport Committee Meeting scheduled for September 4 1974, was cancelled. - The next Airport Committee Meeting _will be held tomor-row evening, September 17, 1~74, at 7:30 P.M. in the Engineer's Office. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN CRAIG The Public Safety Committee met at 7:30 P.M. on September 11, 1974. Chairman Craig reported on the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record, on fil e in the Ci ty Cl erk' s Office. -3- AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY 377 SEPTEMBER 16, 1974 The next Public Safety Committee Meeting will be held at 7:30 P.M. on October 16, 1974, in the Council Chambers. PLANNING & BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN DARLING The Planning & Beautification Committee met at 7:30 P.M. on September 10, 1974. Darling reported on the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public on file in the ci ty Clerk's Office. Chairman Record, The Committee discussed and recommends authorization be given to call for bid for t demolition of three dangerous single family dwellings and accessory buildings at f 3003 Auburn Way North, 126 11th Street S.E. and 603 29th Street S.E. The funds I for these demolitions have previously been allocated from Revenue Sharing Funds. It was moved by Darling, seconded by Lawler, that authorization be given to call for bids for demolition of the three dwellings listed above - funds to come from previously allocated Revenue Shàring Funds. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED FINANCE COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN HOLMAN ~ IX) t-- !-:J -- ;.-. o The Finance Committee Meeting scheduled for September 12, 1974, was cancelled. Since there were several items of importance, it was decided to refer these items to Council for approval. Councilman Holman stated that an ordinance establishing a W.I.N. Fund should be created because interim financing for the nine employees is needed. The W.I.N. Program is a special State of Washington Employment Program and the City will be reimbursed by the State. It was moved by Holman, seconded by Flechsig, that Ordinance No. 2836 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, CREATING AND ESTABLISHING A W. I . N. (WORK INCENTIVE PROGRAM) REIMBURSABLE FUND FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING EMPLOYEES HIRED UNDER THE WORK INCENTIVE PROGRAM IN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, AND RECEIVING THE MONEY NECESSARY FOR THAT PURPOSE." be introduced and adopted. I ROLL CALL VOTE, All Councilmen voting YEs. MOTION CARRIED The matter of appointing a Labor Consultant was discussed and Councilman Holman pointed out that C. C. Donworth and Associates worked on this last year and because of their knowledge of the implemented salary administration plan, he recommended that they again be appointed Labor Consultant for the City of Auburn. It was moved by Darling, seconded by Holman, that C. C. Donworth and Associates be appointed as Labor Consultant for the 1975 contract year and that the contract indicate payment to be $35.00 per hour. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED Bids were opened for Office Supplies for the ensuing year and only one bid was received. Because of the rapidly changing prices and limited storage space, it was suggested that the bid be rejected and supplies be ordered on the open market as needed. It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Holman, that the City reject the one bid for Office Supplies and a letter of appreciation is to be sent to the bidder. Supplies shall be ordered on the open market as needed. received Office ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Flechsig, Lea, Lawler, Kitchell, Craig and Holman voting YES. Councilman Darling ABSTAINED. I MOTION CARRIED UTILITY COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN FLECHSIG The Utility Committee met at 7:37 P.M. on September 12, 1974. Chairman Flechsig reported on tQe Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a ma±ter of Public Record, on file in the Ci ty Clerk's Offi ce. The Committee discussed and recommends that a bill in the amount of $17,431.09, from Hill, Ingman, Chase & Company for an Infiltration/Inflow & Storm Sewer Study, be sent to Metro for payment because our contract states that the cost for such services shall be funded by the Environmental Control' ~gency. The Committee also recommends that the storm drainage portion of the· contract be changed to reflect the revised services as stated in their letter of September 9th and a time extension, from the original 12 months to 15 months, be approved. -4- B78 AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 16, 1974 It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Kitchell, that authorization be given to send the bill from Hill, Ingman, Chase & Company, in the amount of $17,431.09, to Metro for payment by the Environmental Protection Agency and the storm drainage portion of the contract be changed to reflect the revised services and a time extension from the original 12 months to 15 months. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED The Committee discussed and recommends a call for bids for a light flat bed truck for re Water Division. ~ was moved by Flechsig, secondèd by Craig, that authorization be given to call for a light flat bed truck for the Water Di vision. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED I The Co~ttee recommends that Jack Lange be allowed to attend an out of state meeting, Solid Waste Seminar, without expense to the City. It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Holman, that Jack Lange be authorized to attend an out-of-state meeting pertaining to Solid Waste - no expense to City. ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Flechsig, Lea, Lawler, Kitchell, Darling and Holman voting YES. Councilman Craig voting NO. MOTION CARRIED The Committee reviewed a letter from Clearview TV Cable, pertaining to a rate increase, and recommends that a Public Hearing be held on October 7, 1974. It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Craig, that a Public Hearing be held on a rate increase for Clearview TV Cable, at 8:00 P.M., October 7, 1974, in the Council Chambers. MOTION CARRIED The next Utility Committee Meeting will be held at 7:30 P.M. on September 19, 1974. Councilman Flechsig invited everyone to the meeting. I STREET COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LEA Chairman Lea announced that the Street Committee Meeting scheduled for September 4, 1974, was cancelled. The ~ext Committee Meeting will be at 7:30 P.M. on September 18, 1974, in the Public Works Department. Councilman Lea invited those persons interested in the speed limit on 4th Street S.E. to attend this meeting. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS The City Attorney, John Bereiter, stated that a memo had been distributed in regard to Ordinance No. 2835 (Standard Mining) and he requests that Ordinance No. 2835 be tabled until an Environmental Assessment can be applied to the ordinance. At 9:10 P.M., the City Attorney asked that the Mayor and Council go into an Executive Session to discuss pending litigation. At 9:23 P.M. the Councilmen returned to the Council Chambers and Mayor Kersey called the Council Meeting to order. OLD BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 2827 Bob Gaines, Manager of the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce, stated that is not .all things to all people; however, he thanked the staff and City working with-the Chamber and he expressed h~s'apprecíation-foL the time with this ordinance. this ordinance I Co unci 1 for spent in connecti . It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Craig, that Or,dinance No. 2827 entitled "AN . ORDINANCE _ OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, rvASHINGTON, AMENDING AUBURN CODIFIED CITY ORDINANCES - 10.04.430, 10.04.440, 10.04.460 AND lO~04.4rO AND ADDING A NEW SECTION 10.04.435 - AND 10.04.475 TO THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, ALTERING THE MONTHLY SEWER CHARGE WITHIN AND WITHOUT THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUBURN." be adopted. Councilman Craig pointed out that the City Attorney has written a Legal Opinion stating that he is not in conflict of interest, as a Boeing Employee, and he may vote on this ordinance. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED -5- t If ;\) IX) t-- '-:J ~ ~ I I 37~ AUBURN, WASHINGTON SEPTEMBER 16, 1974 MONDAY ORDINANCE NO. 2835 Mayor Kersey pointed out that this Ordinance No., 2835 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, GRANTING A SPECIAL PROPERTY USE PERMIT TO MINE GRAVEL FROM CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED, TO THE STANDARD MINING AND DEVEWPMENT CORPORATION, SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS HEREINAFTER SET FORTH." was discussed earlier in the meeting and the City Attorney asked that it be tabled. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ORDINANCE NO. 2836 This ordinance was introduced and adopted during the Finance Committee Report, earlier in the Council Meeting. ORDINANCE NO. 2837 It was moved by Lea, seconded by Holman, that Ordinance No. 2837 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, RELATING TO AND PROVIDING FOR THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY SITUATE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON." be introduced and adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED ORDINANCE NO. 2838 It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Lea, that Ordinance No. 2838 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A STORM SEWER OUTFALL LINE BETWEEN ACADEMY DRIVE AND THE GREEN RIVER IN THE VICINITY OF THE AUBURN ACADEMY, INSIDE THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY; CREATING AN ENLARGED LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT TO BE KNOWN AS WCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 285; PROVIDING FOR THE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT IN SAID DISTRICT AND THE MODE OF PAYMENT THEREOF, AND CREATING A WCAL IMPROVEMENT FUND THEREFORE." be introduced and adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED ORDINANCE NO. 2839 It was moved by Craig, seconded by Flechsig, that Ordinance No. 2839 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, REPEALING AUBURN CODIFIED CITY ORDINANCES 10.18.010,10.18.020 AND 10.18.030 OF THE CITY OF AUBURN'S UNDERGROUND WIRING ORDINANCE AND PASSING A NEW SECTION OF UNDERGROUND fVIRING.TO CHAPTER 10.18 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF.. THE CITLOF AUBURN." be introduced and adopted. Councilman Lea stated he does not know all of the particulars on this ordinance because about 3/4 of the mail the other Councilmen received did not get placed in his mail. He stated it is his understanding that we have had an underground wiring ordinance for approximately two years and the amendment states all new subdivisions will be involved with underground wiring. Pat Nevins stated the main differences between the two ordinances are as follows: Under the old ordinance, any modification to an existing house had to have wiring placed underground- from the house to the street. Also restrictions were placed on repairing lines in the street right-of-way and repairs were not to be made without Committee approval, etc. Under the new ordinance, utility companies can make repairs in the street right-of-way as long as they keep the City informed. Also, new developments will have to go underground on private property, but not in the public right-of-way, except new subdivisions. ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Craig, Darling, Holman, Flechsig, Lawler and Kitchell voting YES. Councilman Lea ABSTAINED. MQTION CARRIED RESOLUTION NO. 649 It was moved by Lea, seconded by Flechsig, that Resolution No. 649 entitled "A RESOWTION OF THE CITY.. OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO SIGl'{, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY, AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND NEELY ENTERPRISES, INC. ¡PROVIDING FOR AN EASEMENT FOR A STORM SEWER OUTFALL .LINE ON THE~NEELY ENTERPRISES PROPERTY."- be adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED RESOLUTION NO. 650 It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Lea, that Resolution No. 650 entitled "A RESOWTION OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, TO -6- 3BO AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 16, 1974 ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WITH PUGET SOUND POWER & LIGHT COMPANY FOR MUNICIPAL PUMPING POWER." be adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS The City Attorney stated he has copies of his memorandum, regarding Councilman Craig not being in conflict of interest in regard to the sewer rate ordinance, and he will discUSS this matter with the news media if they wish. C~cilman Lea again pointed out that he has not been rece~v~ng all of his mail. He also asked that the Mayor give further consideration to keeping the telephone in the Councilman's Office. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Kersey adjourned the meeting at 9:36 P.M. APPROVED THIS 17TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1974. Qr#L CITY LERK -7- I I I