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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-18-1985CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES November 18, 1985 7:30 p.m. CALL TO ORDER I. A B. Flag Salute The regular meeting of the City of Auburn Council was called to order by Mayor Bob Roegner at 7:30 p.m. in the City of Auburn Council Chambers. Mayor Roegner led those in attendance in the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Those in attendance included Mayor Bob Roegner, Councilmembers Burns, Kurle, Larson, Walters, Whittall, and Wisner; staff members Jack Bereiter, City Attorney; Len Chapman, Parks & Recreation Director; Dan Clements, Finance Director; Frank Currie, Public Works Director; Pat Dugan, Planning Director; Jake Evans, Police Chief; Bob Johnson, Fire Chief; Gretel Sloan, Personnel Director; and Darlene Cruz, City Clerk. Also in attendance was Dave Fugit. C. Announcements and Appointments 1. Mayor Roegner read the proclamation for American Education Week, and proclaimed November 17-23, 1985 American Education Week. Jan Knuth, teacher at Lakeview, was presented with the proclamation. Amy Mennett, senior at Auburn High School, who was assisted by Sandra Burroughs, Vice Principal; gave a presentation on the "Auburn Connection", a program that prepares the student for life after high school. 2. Mayor Roegner announced that the swearing in of new Councilmembers will be on December 16, at 6:30 p.m. D. Agenda modifications included a fully printed page 3 for Item II A 2 agenda bill, Economic Development Board Minutes, and correction of payroll vouchers amount total of $213,394.38. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE II. A. Public Hearings 1. Request of Donald C. Myrick to rezone from Unclassified to R-S (Single Family Residential) property consisting of 1+ acre and located on the north side of 53rd Street S.E. in the 2900 block. Don Myrick, owner, noted to the Council the purpose for the request was to comply with the ordinance adopted in late spring of 1985. No one spoke against the request. MOTION by Wisner, SECOND by Burns to close the public hearing. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 1 1 1 -1- 117 AUBURN COUNCIL MINUTES PAGE TWO NOVEMBER 18, 1985 II. A. Public Hearings (continued) 1. Request of Donald C. Myrick (continued) Burns voiced his concern on the Council's aware- ness of the significance their vote would have on the City's Comprehensive Use Plan for the southeastern section of Auburn. In other words, are we going to have the large lot - Hidden Valley type of development, or another type of develop- ment - something more concentrated, spoke Burns. He said that he opposed the rezone because citi- zens of the City are being asked to subsidize the life style. Some of them want to live in a rural area, and the citizens are being asked to fund the higher costs for police and fire protection, road maintenance, and other costs such as sewer and water. Burns felt the City should look toward it being a more concentrated development that can pay for its needs. He mentioned the City pre- viously adopted an ordinance so that homes in that area would be built with fire sprinkler systems because the fire department would not be able to serve the area fast enough in case of a fire. Larson asked Dugan if the lot was one that was grandfathered in on a previously adopted ordi- nance pertaining to a rezone. Dugan replied it was one of the lots that he counted when Larson was asking what the worst case would be. It was not intended at that time to indicate that was where the western most extremity in that rural area should be, but merely that it would be one of ' the lots that would be included. Larson questioned if that (as indicated on the diagram) would be another private road that goes up into the cul-de-sac. Dugan responded it already was. Wisner asked Burns what kind of zone he felt it should be. Burns suggested an R-1. Wisner asked Dugan what complications would arise if the area would be rezoned R-1. Dugan stated the area must have adequate water flow to support a fire hydrant, or as a fire protection. He referred the question of the amount of water required to Chief Johnson. In a residential area it would be a minimum of 1,000 gallons per minute, Johnson replied. Wisner asked Burns if he did not want the area developed. Until there are adequate streets, hydrants, and the such; others will want to go R-S and the City will have to maintain the streets, Burns said. Walters disagreed with Burns. He felt both life styles could be accommodating, but he shared Burns' reluctance to rezone at this time because the City is developing a Comprehensive Use Plan. Larson stated that an ordinance had recently been adopted pertaining to the lot and others. He also said it will be many years before the City runs water out there, and the owner cannot be expected to wait until the City can afford it. -2- 118 AUBURN COUNCIL MINUTES PAGE THREE NOVEMBER 18, 1985 MOTION by Wisner, SECOND by Whittall to approve the rezone based upon the Findings of Fact and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance. Burns, Walters voted no. MOTION CARRIED. 2. Request'of Mark Robison to rezone from C-4 with Conditions to C-4 without Conditions and a rezone from Unclassified to C-4 (Wholesale Commercial) property consisting of 4.10 acres and located on the southeast corner of "G" and 52nd Streets N.E. Mayor Roegner noted the Request for Rezone had previously been referred to the Planning Commission. Barry Anderson, representative for Robison, noted for the Council that the Request for Rezone had been modified by the Planning commission, and that the application had changed to a contract zone for a ten- tative period as opposed to an outright C-4 zoning. Mark Robison, property owner, submitted documen- tation from surrounding property owners favoring the rezone. Anderson explained to the Council the property is the most northerly boundary line in the City of Auburn, and is surrounded by six pieces of pro- perty. Property to the northwest is owned by the Monk family. It is currently used as a dairy and pasteur land, and has sold into the King County Agricultural Preservation Program for a period to exceed 50 years. Property to the northeast is owned by King County and is likewise zoned for agricutural open space preservation. Property to the east by the river is owned by Wembley Enterprises, Ltd. in Vancouver, British Columbia. Property directly east is owned by Butterfield Development Corporation of Santa Anna, California. The pro- perty to the south is owned by Ronald Stein, and is an opened space zoned Unclassified at the pre- sent time and unused. The property to the west is designated Auburn Properties or Valley Drive Ins. Anderson told the Council Mr. Robison is a second generation owner of the Robison Construction, an underground excavation firm, and his family has operated the business for tr.n years. He felt the business is operated in a professional manner. Anderson spoke of 1980 and mid 1979 when Robison first came before t)-e Council to request a rezone from C-3 to C-4. At that particular time, numerous meetings ware held, and finally found that the C-4 zone was the most appropriate zone under which the property could exist. A photograph taken in 1981 illustrating the area was submitted to the Council. Anderson referred to the agrel:ment that was entered into between the City and P)bison on 7/8/80 during his presentation. He spoke of the the mobile trailers that are parked on the pro- perty, and said they were not permaner:: struc- tures. 1 1 1 -3- 119 AUBURN COUNCIL MINUTES PAGE FOUR NOVEMBER 18, 1985 He said there previously was no mention in the agreement that the owner had to install landscaping as required by the_City of Auburn. Robison had requested the opportunity to do so, but the City did not set a criteria or had informed him as to the type of landscape required. Public improvements that were required by the Public Works and Fire departments were found to be in compliance after discussing it with the departments. He stated the Planning Department had never contacted Robison or visited the site prior to application or in sanctification. There are no combustible materials stored nor had there been stored on the property, Anderson said referring to the requirements of a fire hydrant. Owner will landscape what is necessary to improve peripheral boundary of the property. Anderson felt that Robison's storage yard is exemplary to others in the city. Mention was made of the $1.9 million property sold to Butterfield that was an appreciation from $1.4 million. He asked the Council to support the continued use of the property in the manner it has been used. Bob Smythe, attorney for Robison, stated that Robison had agreed to fulfill all the conditions as stated in the original application of 1980. Robison was not aware there was a landscaping ordinance existing, but would complete the landscaping in a 60-day period, rather than 90-day, if the Council deemed it advisable. Smythe asked the Council to extend the contract period of rezone renewal to 5 years, and to include the property Robison had purchased to the east as part of that, subject to the conditions set forth in the original agreement, and subject to the conditions relative to the landscaping. MOTION by Wisner, SECOND by Burns to close the public hearing. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Burns questioned Dugan why a 1-year instead of a 5-year extention was recommended. Dugan replied it was because the use of the property interferes with the development of the adjacent areas for residential uses. There is no problem as long as that use does not occur and as long as there is some way of avoiding that C-4 designation. Five years is too long a time period. Burns also asked Dugan if there was any plan use for the adjoining properties. Dugan responded that R-4 has been approved in the past, and R-2 zoning specifically by request of the property owner. Preliminary plats had been approved; however, the finances for those projects had fallen through. The representative for the property owner of the yellow area (referring to chart) did appear at the Planning Commission hearing and testified against a C-4 zoning for the site. ' Kurle was concerned with the 1-year renewal. Dugan remarked that one of the reasons for recommending a 1-year renewal was because the Comprehensive Use Plan would be approved by then, and at which time they could review the rezone. -4- 120 AUBURN COUNCIL MINUTES PAGE FIVE NOVEMBER 18, 1985 A. PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued) Walters asked Dugan what the effect would be on the property if the Council did not act on the rezone request. Dugan replied the zoning would lapse and it would not be an authorized use. Walters questioned if Robison was to post a bond, and conditions were not completed in 90 days, could the City have the work done and utilize the bond money to pay for it. Dugan replied yes. Walters felt a 1-year renewal was too short. Wisner inquired about the fence surrounding the property. Smythe responded there is a 6 ft. fence. A discussion was made on the surronding properties and how a residential package was used as a link for financing. Wisner suggested to renew contract on a 24-month basis. Burns con- curred. Larson made comments on 52nd St. being the boun- dary between Auburn and Kent, and the present zoning of the adjoining properties. Larson felt five years is an adequate amount of time to renew the contract for. Kurle confirmed with Dugan that the City does not have control of what is stored on the pro- perty. Dugan informed the Council if a 5-year period of renewal was considered then the area needed to be regulated for combustible materials. Whittall felt 5-years was sufficient for renewal. Walters concurred. A motion by Wisner was made for a 24-month renewal period, but was amended to the following: MOTION by Wisner, SECOND, by Kurle for the Council to approve C-4 with conditions for 36 months for both parcels of property; that bonding be posted for landscaping and screen fencing; with provisal that applicant and fire marshall- work out an acceptable agreement for combustible material storage that would protect the City's lands; and to instruct the City Attorney to pre- pare the necessary ordinance executing a contract rezone. Larson and Whittall voted no. MOTION CARRIED 3. Combined Hearing for 1986 Preliminary Budget and Mayor Roegner noted that the staff presentations will be on November 21 and 25, and Council deliberations on November 26. An additional hearing will be held on December 2. No one spoke for or against the hearing. MOTION by Larson, SECOND by Burns to close the public hearing. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY B. Audience Participation - None C. Correspondence Correspondence from Mr. Ronald B. Stein, Bob Alden, and Mr. Schildren was received. 1 1 -5- 121 AUBURN COUNCIL MINUTES PAGE SIX NOVEMBER 18, 1985 COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS III. A. Municipal Services - Chairman Don Kurle - Kurle reported the 11/26/85 meeting was cancelled due to budget work sessions, and the next meeting will be on 12/10/85. Minutes are of public record. B. Planning & Community Development - Chairman Linda Wisner - Wisner reported there was no report due to meeting cancellation. C. Public Works - Chairman Bud Larson - Larson reported the 11/21/85 meeting was cancelled due to budget work sessions. Minutes are of public record. D. Finance - Chairman Pete Whittall - Whittall reported on the meeting held prior to the Council meeting. The committee reviewed the Industrial Development Bond proposals from Stephen Woomer and General Auto Partnership. Minutes will be of public record when they are transcribed. CITIZEN INPUT IV. Citizen Input - None CONSENT AGENDA V. A. Minutes - November 4, Regular Meeting. B. King County Rape Relief Insurance - Modification of contract from a $1.0 million to a $300,000 liability limit. C. Vouchers 1. Claims #18468-18732 the amount of $1,303,307.63. 2. Payroll #111354-111524 in the amount of $213,394.38. D. Inter-fund Loans 1. For LID 335 in the amount of $50,000 at 9% interest until 10/3/86. 2. For LID 332 in the amount of $60,000 at 98 interest until 10/30/86. 3. For 1985 GO Bond 220 in the amount of $11,000 at 98 interest until 6/1/86. E. Surplus of Fuel Pumps - Authorization to surplus three used fuel pumps located at the old fire station. F. Surplus of Units 1. Unit 463A: 1953 Backhoe/Trailer 2. Unit 561-U: 1949 Utility Trailer 3. Unit 6748A: 1978 Datsun Pickup 4. Unit 6432A: 1970 Rosco Roller MOTION by Larson, SECOND by Wisner to approve Consent Agenda Items A through F excluding Item B. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOTION by Larson, SECOND by Wisner to refer Consent Agenda Item B (King County Rape Relief Insurance) to the Finance Committee. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY OLD BUSINESS VI. Old Business - None -6- .122 AUBURN COUNCIL MINUTES PAGE SEVEN NOVEMBER 18, 1985 NEW BUSINESS VII. Ordinances and Resolutions A. Ordinance 4097 - Reduces the speed limit on 37th Street N.E./N.W. from Auburn Way North westerly to the Union Pacfic Railroad tracks from 45mph to 40 mph. MOTION by Larson, SECOND by Kurle to introduce and adopt ordinance 4097. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY B. Ordinance 4098 - Prohibits parking on 37th Street N.E./N.W. from the Union Pacific Railroad tracks to Auburn Way North. MOTION by Larson, SECOND by Kurle to intro- duce and adopt Ordinance 4098. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY C. Resolution 1635 - Authorizes the Mayor to join the City of Auburn in a study with the cities of Kent, Renton, and Tukwila, King County, the Washington State Department of Transportation, and the Puget Sound Council of Governments to develop an action plan for arterial highways in the Valley area. MOTION by Larson, SECOND by Burns to adopt Resolution 1635. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY D. Resolution 1642 - Authorizes the issuance of approximately $2.7 million Industrial Development Bonds for Stephen J. Woomer. MOTION by Whittall, SECOND by Larson to adopt Resolution 1642. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY E. Resolution 1643 - Authorizes the issuance of approximately $4.5 million Industrial Development Revenue Bonds for General Auto Partnership. MOTION by Whittall, SECOND by Larson to adopt Resolution 1643. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MAYOR'S REPORT VIII. Mayor's Report - None EXECUTIVE SESSION AND ADJOURNMENT IX. The meeting was adjourned to an executive session at 9:25 p.m. to discuss labor negotiations. Bo egner, Mayor Darlene L. Cruz, Cit lerk 1 1 -7-