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AUBURN, WASHINGTON
MONDAY
APRIL 7, 1975
The regular meeting of the Auburn City Council convened at 8:00 P.M., in the Auburn
City council Chambers.
Mayor Kersey notified the Council that he received a letter of resignation from
Gordon Darling, dated March 24, 1975,. asking that his resignation on the Ci ty Council
be accepted and effective immediately.
It was moved by F1echsig, seconded by KitchelL, that the resignation from Auburn City
Councilman Gordon Darling be accepted.
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MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Holman, seconded by F1echsig, that à Council Committee on Committees
Meeting be held on April 14, 1975, at 7:30 P.M. for the purpose of discussing applications
received and setting up interviews in order to fill the vacant Council Position.
MOTION CARRIED
Councilman Holman also requested that a Committee on Committees Meeting be held
dirêc~ly following the Council Meeting this evening, if time permits.
ROLL CALL
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Councilmen Present: Councilman Lawler, Kitchell, Craig, Holman, F1echsig and Lea.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Kitchell, seconded by Lawler, that the Council Minutes of March 17,
1975, be approved as mailed.
MOTION CARRIED
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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Mayor Kersey declared Public Hearing open on the r~quest of Mt. Rainier Vista, Inc.
for a gravel removal Special Property Use Permit for property located easterly of
Oravetz Road and abutting the Bonneville Power Transmission line right-of-way.
(Application No. 14-74)
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The Planning Commission recommends approval of this request provided that the issuance
and maintenance of said Special Property Use Permit be contingent upon compliance by
the petitioner and/or his assigns with the following conditions and restrictions:
-1. That this permit shall be granted for the removal of sand, gravel and earth
materials only with DO processing of said materials by mechanical means be allowed
on the site.
-2. That the topography after excavation, shall comply to the finished grades and
contours as shown on Exhibit "A", which exhibit shall be attached to and become a
part of the permit.
-3. That the maximum slope of finished slopes shall not exceed one and one-half (1 1/2)
horizontal to one (1) vertical. No undercutting of finished slopes will be allowed.
-4. That the hours of operation of the pit site shall be limited to - from 7:00 A.M.
to 7:00 P.M. - six (6) days a week with no materials or operation of mechanical
equipment on the site on Sundays or legal holidays.
-5. That no blasting or other activities producing ground vibrations next to structures
or buildings on adjacent properties shall be allowed. All storage of blasting
materials on the site and permits therefore shall be in accordance with the ordinances
of the City of Auburn.
-6. ~All the equipment operating within the permit area using gasoline or diesel engines
shall be equipped with a muffler. A muffler means a device consisting of a series
of chambers, baffles, or other mechanical designs for the purpose of receiving exhaust
gases from internal combustion engines and being effective in reducing noise resulting
therefrom.
-7. When transporting materials to any individual fill site in excess of one thousand
(1,000) cubic yards, traffic control and truck routes within the City shall be submitted
to the City Public Works Department for approval prior to hauling.
-8. All final slopes and excavated areas shall be covered with sand and dirt to a
minimum of six (6) inches in depth, seeded and caused~to grow with a mixtur~ of seed,
fertilizer and wood cellulose fiber in accordance with the most recent requirements
-of the Washington State Highway Department for hydroseeding. Seeding of final slopes
and excavated areas shall begin within 90 days after excavation is completed, unless
otherwise directed by the Planning, Beautification and Building Codes Committee due
to weather conditions.
-9. Approvals from the State of Washington pertaining to air, water and noise pollution
and land restoration, if applicable, shall be submitted to the City Planning Department
prior to removal of any material from the approved pit site.
-10. The City shall have the right to make inspections of the pit site at any reasonable
time to determine compliance with the provisions of the permit. The City shall notify
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the owner and/or operator of a proposed inspection, lack of such notification shall
not be cause for denying the right to inspect. The owner and/or operator shall have
the option of accompanying the inspector.
-11. Evergreen and/or other trees native to this area, a minimum of twelve (12) inches
in height shall be planted and caused to grow throughout all areas to be forested
as shown on the restoration plan designated as Exhibit "B". Which exhibit shall be
attached to and become a part of the permit.
-12. A performance bond in the amount of one thousand (1,000) dollars per acre
guaranteeing restoration of the pit site shall be filed with the City Planning .
Djfartment prior to commencement of grading. The bond requirements of the City may
be met by making the City co-beneficiary under the bond requirements of the State
oft Washington Department of Natural Resources or any other state department. I
-13. Maximum sound pressure levels shall be as prescribed in Exhibit "c" - Noise
Control Regu1a~ions. Which exhibit shall be attached to and become a part of the permit.
-14. This permit shall be for a five (5) year period from the effective date of the
permit. Renewals of the permit will be considered based upon compliance with the
provisions of the permit and a review of the activities being conducted upon the
abutting properties.
Also that the granting of this permi t will not have a significant adverse effect on
the quality of the environment and/or surrounding properties.
Mr. Bob Smythe, Attorney at Law, 29 First Street N.E., represented the petitioner
and presented a plot map for visual inspection by the Council and an explanation of
what is proposed by the petitioner. He also stated the recommendations of the
Planning Commission are satisfactory and they are willing to cooperate with the City.
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Holman, that the Public Hearing be closed.
MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Holman, that the request of Mt. Rainier Vista,
Inc. for a gravel removal Special Property Use Permit be approved and the Planning
Commission recommendations be concurred with and the City Attorney be instructed to
draw up the necessary ordinance.
Discussion by Council followed. Councilman Lea voiced considerable concern over
the removal of the material and pointed out that the City really did not establish
regulations for control of same.
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ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Flechsig, Lawler, Kitchell, Craig and Holman voting YES.
Councilman Lea voting NO.
MOTION CARRIED
Mayor Kersey declared Public Hearing open on the request of Kurtis and Pamela Mayer
for a revision to an existing Special Property Use Permit for the construction of
multi-family dwellings on a parcel of land located on the north side of 31st Street S.E.,
between "0" and "R" Streets S.E. (Application No. 4-75)
The Planning Commission recommends approval of this request with the following provisions:
-1. That the plot plans and elevations shall be attached to and become a part of the
permit.
-2. That street lighting be installed to City standards.
-3. That wheelchair ramps be installed at the street intersections.
Kurtis Mayer was present and stated he would be happy to answer any questions.
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Holman, that the Public Hearing be closed.
MOTION CARRIED
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It was moved by F1echsig, seconded by Holman, that the request of Kurtis and Pamela Mayer
for a revision to an existing Special Property Use Permit for the construction
of Multi-family dwellings be approved and the Planning Commission recommendations
be concurred with and the City Attorney be instructed to draw up the necessary ordinance.
ROLL CALI. VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
Mayor Kersey declared Public Hearing open on the request of Ruth H. C1audon to rezone
from R-2 (Single Family Dwellings) to R-3 (Duplex Dwellings) a parcel of land on the
west side of "K" Street N.E., in the 1300 block. (Application No. 5-75)
The Planning Commission recommends approval of this request because it does conform
to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and that the easterly 5 feet of the parcel should
be considered for dedication to provide for publjc sidewalks.
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Ruth H. Claudon was present on her own behalf and stated she was in favor of the request.
It was moved by Holman, seconded by Lawler, that the Public Hearing be closed.
MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Holman, seconded by Flechsig, that the request of Ruth H. Claudon
to rezone from R-2 (Single Family Dwellings) to R-3 (Duplex Dwellings) be approved
and the Planning Commission recommendations be concurred with and the City Attorney
tbe directed to draw up the necessary ordinance.
All Councilmen voting YES.
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MOTION CARRIED
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Robert Kline, 520 Aaby Drive, was present and voiced concern over the adoption of
Ordinance 2881 relating to Dr. Shephard's Special Property Use reclamation Permit
and he stated he was against gravel trucks using the route by the Evergreen Heights
Elementary School and feels Dr. Shephard should make his easement, with Standard
Mining, a public record.
Dave Botting, 905 4th Street N.E., asked Councilman Lea if there is any further
information available in regard to Resolution No. 674. Said resolution pertains to
the Eastside Water Shed Project.
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It was moved by Lea, seconded by Holman, that Resolution No. 674 entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY OF AUBURN REAFFIRMING ITS CONCURRENCE WITH THE PROPOSED WATER SHED PROJECT,
AS HERETOFORE RATIFIED BY WRITTEN AGREEMENTS, AND FURTHER CONCURS IN THE IMPLEMENTATION
AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE EASTSIDE PROJECT." be referred back to the Street Committee
for further study at their meeting at 7:30 P.M., April 9, 1975. Then if approved and
further action required, the resolution will be brought back to the Council as a whole.
MOTION CARRIED
. RECOMMENDATIONS
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The following items were submitted by the Director of Public Works, Pat Nevins, for
Council Approval:
Pay Estimate No.2, final, to Chad Construction Co. for Sanitary Sewer Imp. #27,
sewer replacement area Auburn General Hospital, in the amount of $4,576.69.
It was moved by F1echsig, seconded by Lea, that the project be accepted.by the City
as complete and Pay Estimate No.2, final, to Chad Construction Company for $4,576.69
be approved for payment and the retained percentage amounting to $987.76 be paid in
thirty days provided no liens or claims are filed and clearance is secured from
the Department of Labor and Industries.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting .YES.
MOTION CARRIED
Pay Estimate No. 10 to Venture Const. for Water Imp. #77, Reservoir No.2, in
the amount of $17,693.72.
It was moved by Holman, seconded by F1echsig, that Pay Estimate No. 10 to Venture
Construction, for $17,693.72, be approved for payment.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
Pay Estimate No. 11 to Venture Const. for Water Imp. #77, Reservoir No.2, in
the amount of $4,503.47.
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It was moved by Lea, seconded by Kitchell, that Pay Estimate No. 11 to Venture
Construction, for $4,503.47, be approved for payment.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
Pay Estimate No. 11 .-t;o Venture. Const. for·-Water Imp. #90, Reservoir No.1, in
the amount of $3l,7l9.88.
It was moved by F1echsig, seconded by Craig, that Pay Estimate No. 11 to Venture
Construction, for $31,719.88, be approved for payment.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
Pay Estimate No. 12 to Venture Const. for Water Imp. #90, Reservoir No.1, in
the amount of $24,710.91.
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It was moved by Holman, seconded by Kitchell, that Pay Estimate No. 12 to Venture
Construction, for $24,710.91, be approved for payment.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
Authority to call for bids for centerline street striping.
It was moved by Lea, seconded by F'lechsig, that authority be given to the Public Works
Department to call for bids for centerline street striping.
Rclr. CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
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MOTION CARRIED
PROCLAMATIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Mayor Kersey urged everyone to get out and vote tomorrow, April 8, 1975, for the
School Levy.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUILDING COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LAWLER
The Building Committee met at 7:30 P.M. on March 18, 1975. Chairman Lawler reported
on the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on file in
the City Clerk's Office.
The Committee reviewed a memo from George Schuler requesting authorization to purchase
-wo compact cars to replace the two old police cars now being used by the building
-¡spectors. These cars wer¢:? included-in the 1975 Budget and are to be paid for from
'?preciation funds in equipment maintenance and revenue sharing funds. The Commi ttee
ecommends authorization to purchase these cars, if available, from the state bid; in
:he event the cars are not available from the state bid, authorization to be given
ro call for bids.
It was moved by Lawler, seconded by Holman, that authorization be given to purchase
two, four-door, Dodge Darts through state bid - or if not available on state bid,
authority be given to call for bids. Also authorization is granted to dispose of
units 203-68 and 207-69.
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Councilman Craig stated he feels the City is abusing the use of City owned vehicles
and stated he would vote against the authorization to purchase the vehicles because
he is not convinced we really need the vehicles.
Councilman Lawler requested that all departments make up a comprehensive report
listing the usage and mile~ge on.a11 vehicles.
Mayor Kersey stated that the Planning Department sometimes needs more than two vehicles
and if purchased, the two new vehicles will be used by the Building Inspectors.
ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Lawler, Kitchell, Holman, F1echsig and Lea voting YES.
Councilman Craig voting NO.
MOTION CARRIED
The next regularly scheduled Building Committee Meeting is set for April 14, 1975;
however, due to the Council Committee on Committees Meeting set for that evening, the
next Building Committee Meeting will be held at 7:30 P.M. on April 28, 1975.
AIRPORT COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN KITCHELL
Chairman Kitchell reported that the next Airport Committee Meeting will be at 7:30 P.M.
on April 8, 1975.
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PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN CRAIG
Chairman Craig announced that the next Public Safety Committee Meeting will be held
at 7:30 P.M. on April 16, 1975.
FINANCE COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN HOLMAN
The Finance Committee met at 7:30 P.M. on April 3, 1975. Chairman Holman reported
on the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on file in
the City Clerk.'s Office.
The Committee discussed and recommends approval of the second quarter payment, in
the amount of $4,351.25, to Kent-Auburn Youth Resources Bureau.
It was moved by Holman, seconded by F1echsig,
KAYR, in the amount of $4,351.25, be approved
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen votin YES.
that the second quarter payment to
for payment.
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UTILITY COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN FLECHSIG
The utility Committee met at 7:45 P.M. on March 20, 1975. Chairman F1echsig reported
on the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on file in
the Ci ty Clerk's Offi ce.
The next utility Committee Meeting will be held on April 10, 1975.
STREET COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LEA
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Chairman Lea repor~ed that the next Street Committee Meeting
April 9, 1975, at 7:30 P.M. in the Public Works Department.
as Vice-Chairman of the Planning & Beautification Committee,
will be held on April 15, 1975, at 7:30 P.M.
will be held this Wednesday,
He also announced that
their next committee meeting
Mayor Kersey reported on the present condi tion of Bill Tinsley of the Fire Department,
City Attorney John Bereiter, and Bruce Caldwell of the Police Department and stated
"they all: appear--to--be ·'Cn the road to recovery".
OLD BUSINESS
Councilman Craig brought up Ordinance No. 2867 which pertains to taxation on gambling
activities. Said ordinance was passed by the Council at the last Council Meeting;
however, it was vetoed by Mayor Kersey.
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After a lengthy discussion by various members of the Council, the following motion
was made.
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It was moved by Craig, seconded by Lawler, that Ordinance No. 2867 entitled "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, REPEALING AUBURN CITY ORDINANCE NO. 2822
¡JUNE 17, 1974) AS AMENDED BY AUBURN CITY ORDINANCE NO. 2829 (JULY 15, 1974) AND
ENACTING A NEW ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING, WITHIN THE
CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, ALL GAMBLING ACTIVITIES AUTHORIZED BY THE LAWS
OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON; REQUIRING REPORTS OF SUCH ACTIVITIES; IMPOSING A TAX THEREON;
AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES." be adopted wi th an amendment to Seation 4 (a) changin~
the wording to "There shall be an Auburn City tax levied upon bingo, raffles and
amusement games in the amount of 5% of the gross revenue received therefrom less the
amount paid for as prizes." and an amendment to Section 4 (c) changing the wording
to "With respect to social card games, there shall be an Auburn City tax levied
in the amount of 10% of the gross amount received therefrom." This motion is
contingent upon upon further legal advisement.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE NO. 2881
It was moved by Holman, seconded by Lea, that Ordinance No. 2881 entitled "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, GRANTING A GRAVEL REMOVAL SPECIAL PROPERTY USE
RECLAMATION PERMIT TO MINE GRAVEL FROM CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED,
TO DR. DONALD W. SHEPHARD, SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS HEREINAFTER SET FORTH." be
introduced and adopted.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
ORDINANCE NO. 2882
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Kitchell, that Ordinance No. 2882 entitled DAN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AMENDING SECTION 11 OF AUBURN CITY
ORDINANCE NO. 2862 (JANUARY 6, 1975) RELATING TO THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
OF FIRE HYDRANTS AND WATER MAINS IN THE CITY OF AUBURN." be introduced and adopted.
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ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION NO. 674
Resolution No. 674 was referred back to the Street Committee, earlier~n the Council
Meeting, under Audience Participation.
RESOLUTION NO. 675
It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Kitchell, that Resolution No. 675 entitled "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, TO ACCEPT A GRANT OFFER FROM THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL AND HEALTH SERVICES." be adopted.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
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MOTION CARRIED
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RESOLUTION NO. 676
It was moved by Craig, seconded by Lea, that Resolution No. 676 entitled "A RESOLUTION
)F THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, TO
,,)NTER INTO AN AMENDED HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR PLANNING,
::XECUTION AND THE DISTRIBUTION OF CERTAIN BLOCK GRANT FUNDS, BETWEEN THE CITY OF
:WBURN AND KING COUNTY, PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY RESOLUTION NO. 659 (DECEMBER 16, 1974)."
be adopted.
RfL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
r RESOLUTION NO. 677
MOTION CARRIED
It was moved by Lawler, seconded by Craig, that Resolution No. 677 entitled "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND
CITY CLERK TO SIGN ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY AND
MEL STREETER/PAUL DERMANIS, AIA & ASSOCIATES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SCHEMATIC
DESIGN PROGRAM AND MASTER PLAN FOR A NEW MUNICIPAL BUILDING FOR THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON." be adopted.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
VOUCHER APPROVAL LIST
It was moved by Holman, seconded by Flechsig, that the Voucher Approval List dated
March 31, 1975, in the amount of $1,582,389.90, be approved.
ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES.
MOTION CARRIED
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
The City Clerk read a Zone Change Application from A & B Leasing Company. (Application
No. 9-75)
It was moved by Lea, seconded by Craig, that the Zone Change Application from
A & B Leasing Company (Application No. 9-75) be referred to the Planning Commission
for recommendations.
MOTION CARRIED
Councilman Lea stated Mr. Bud Larson is in the audience, Richard Fiedler had been
here earlier, and he pointed out that both gentlemen have applied for the vacant
Councï1 position and he feels they should be acknowledged.
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjouned
at 9:52 P.M.
APPROVED THIS 8TH DAY OF APRIL, 1975.
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