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CITY OF AUBURN
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
February 18, 1992 7:30 p.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER
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.
A. Flag Salute
Mayor Roegner led those in attendance in the pledge of allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Those in attendance included Mayor Bob Roegner and Councilmembers
Whittall, Wagner, Burns, Borden, Barber, Brothers, and Kurle. Staff
members in attendance included Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Police Chief Jake
Evans, Personnel Director Pam Sime, Parks & Recreation Director Len
Chapman, Finance Director Pat Dugan, Public Works Director Frank Currie,
Planning Director Steve Lancaster, City Attorney Stephen R. Shelton, and
Deputy City Clerk Gayle Butcher. Other staff members in attendance
included Assistant Public Works Director Alice Conrad, Senior Planners
Lynn Rued and Al Hicks, Associate Planner Jeff Lewis, and Traffic
Engineer Steve Mullen.
C. Announcements and Aooointments
Proclamation
AI.8
Mayor Roegner presented a proclamation to Public Works Director
Frank Currie proclaiming February 16 through February 22, 1992 as
Engineers Week.
I. Announcements
2. Aooointments - None
D. Agenda Modifications
Mayor Roegner noted agenda modification this evening is Item II.C.I.
transmitting correspondence from Fred Meyer, Inc. dated February 14, 1992
regarding the Auburn North Central Business District Plan, which is on this
evening's agenda as Public Hearing Item II.A.I.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
I. Aoolication No. COM0003-91
03.4.2.1.2, 03.4.3 Application No. COM0003-91
CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING
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City Council to consider the Planning Commission's recommendation to
approve amendments to the City of Auburn Comprehensive Plan text and
map, as well as amendments to the City of Auburn Zoning Code and
Zoning Map, regarding the adoption and implementation of the "Auburn
North Central Business District Plan".
Mayor Roegner announced this public hearing was continued from the
February 3, 1992 regular Council meeting. He further noted that
Councilmember Burns was excused at the February 3, 1992 Council
meeting, however, Councilmember Burns had reviewed all the material
and listened to the February 3, 1992 Council tape.
Mayor Roegner continued the public hearing.
Greg Vine. 228 First ST NE. Auburn. W A 98002
Mr. Vine is the Director of the Business Improvement Area, and he noted
he wished to clarify statements he had made at the February 3, 1992
Council meeting as reflected on this evening's agenda bills, and to present
a letter from Mr. Bill Morchin who could not attend the Council meeting
this evening. Mr. Vine clarified he felt the city should look seriously at
extending "A" Street NW prior to development of the rezone area if the
potential developments of a regional justice center, racetrack, and
supermall occurred. Mr. Vine further expressed his appreciation to the
city for their consideration of his February 3, 1992 request to choose an
appropriate name for the rezone area when the planning process is
completed so that the name would not conflict with the existing Central
Business District. Mr. Vine read Mr. Morchin's letter expressing his
concerns on traffic predictions.
Mike Bocatch. III H ST SE. Auburn. W A
Mr. Bocatch noted that there had been testimony regarding building
heights around air fields at the February 3, 1992 meeting. He expressed
his opinions regarding airplane takeoffs while patronizing a restaurant
near the rezone area.
Dave Husk. 5100 SW Academv. Portland. Oregon
Mr. Husk works for Fred Meyer in the real estate division. He expressed
his thanks to the Council that the public hearing had been continued. He
further noted he had met with City staff and the management of Fred
Meyer. He is requesting the Fred Meyer Store and vacant property
owned by Fred Meyer be excluded from the rezone consideration. He
expressed his opinion that Auburn Way North was a major arterial versus
a pedestrian street. He also noted Fred Meyer had addressed staff
concerns relating to outdoor uses.
Robert Thome. 705 2nd. Seattle. W A
Mr. Thorpe stated he is a planning consultant for Jim Griffin who owns
nine acres west of the Fred Meyer site. He thanked the Council for
continuing the public hearing and stated he and Mr. Griffin is more
comfortable with the rezone. He is requesting Item 8 of the draft
Auburn North CBD Implementation Plan regarding parking to be
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rewritten to allow for parking between the building and street if design
benefits can be demonstrated.
There were no additional requests to speak for or against Application No.
COM0003-91.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber, to
close the public hearing.
Motion Carried Unanimously. 7-0.
Prior to Council deliberations Councilmember Trish Borden disclosed that
representatives of Fred Meyer had approached her for a discussion on the
rezone process only; that no substantive discussions took place.
Mayor Roegner asked Planning Director Steve Lancaster to present any
additional staff comments. Mr. Lancaster noted staff still feels the
recommended rezone is appropriate for both Fred Meyer properties;
however, excluding the Fred Meyer Store from the rezone could be
considered. Mr. Lancaster emphasized the vacant Fred Meyer property is
considered to be more appropriate to be included in the rezone to C-I.
Council member Kurle asked Mr. Husk of Fred Meyer to elaborate on his
testimony regarding the outdoor materials. Mr. Husk explained the
outdoor garden sheds have been located to other portions of the property
rather than having them frontage Auburn Way North.
Council member Kurle asked Mr. Husk to clarify their concerns regarding
the rezone of the vacant property. Mr. Husk explained the downzone
would limit their ability to market the property, for instance they would
not be able to sell the property to a bank which may need a drive-up
banking facility.
Councilmember Wagner questioned Mr. Rued on the proposed height
standard change. Mr. Rued responded that during the Environmental
Impact Statement, it was recommended that multi-story development be
encouraged and therefore the need for additional height. He added that
the changes to the C-I height standard is consistent with the existing C-3
and M-I standards.
Councilmember Brothers noted the State Senate is looking into liability
issues related to downzoning and questioned Mr. Lancaster if the city
could become liable for a downzone value. Mr. Lancaster indicated that
it was doubtful this rezone action would reach the thresholds required to
receive compensation.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber, to
refer Application No. COM0003-91 to the Planning and Community
Development Committee for further review.
Motion Carried Unanimously. 7-0.
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2. Aoolication No. V ACOOO 1-91
03.9 Application No. V ACOOO 1-91
A petition has been filed for the vacation of a street right-of -way known as
8th Street S.E. between "D" Street S.E. and Auburn Way South, within the
city of Auburn, Washington.
Mayor Roegner opened the public hearing.
Stan Piha. 4th & Blanchard Building. 2101 4th Av. Suite 2375. Seattle. WA
98121
Mr. Piha noted he was the applicant's real estate representative, and he was
available to answer any questions regarding the vacation application.
Motion by Councilmember Whittall, second Councilmember Burns, to close
the public hearing.
Motion Carried Unanimously. 7-0
Motion by Councilmember Whittall, second by Councilmember Wagner, to
refer Application No. V ACOOOI-91 to the Public Works Committee for a
traffic study.
Motion Carried Unanimously. 7-0.
3. 1992-1996 Comorehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS)
03.11.3
The City of Auburn to receive comments with regard to its proposed 1992-
1996 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) plan in order to
establish goals and strategies as required by the Cranston-Gonzalez National
Affordable Housing Act of 1990.
Mayor Roegner requested Senior Planner Al Hicks to provide a brief staff
report.
Mr. Hicks noted that to participate in the Community Development Block
Grant Program, adoption of a Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy
(CHAS) program is required. Mr. Hicks noted this is an important plan,
enabling the city to better evaluate its resources and take affordable housing
actions for Auburn residents.
Mayor Roegner opened the public hearing.
Dick Brugger. 11244 SE 322ND ST. Auburn
Mr. Brugger is the Executive Director of Auburn Youth Resources, and he
spoke in favor of the 1992-1996 Comprehensive Housing Affordability
Strategy (CHAS). Mr. Brugger provided testimony of the many homeless
youth of Auburn and expressed the immense need to expand present
shelters, transitional housing, and emergency housing needs.
Mike Bocatch. 111 H ST SE. Auburn
Mr. Bocatch expressed his concern that with the potential development of
the supermall and racetrack, Auburn has the potential of attracting a larger
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population of low-income wage earners. He indicated a larger population of
low-income wage earners might also result in a larger portion of poorly
maintained automobiles, and felt automobile emissions from poorly
maintained automobiles would result in air quality concerns for the valley
corridor. Mr. Bocatch expressed his concern that there might be more
affordable housing in Auburn if the City would prevent commercial rezone
takeovers.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to close
the public hearing.
Motion Carried Unanimously. 7-0.
Mayor Roegner noted that the comment period for the 1992-1996
Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) was through the
month of February, and comments may be done in writing.
4. Aoolication No. REZ0003-91
03.8 Application No. REZ0003-91, 03.4.3
City Council to consider the Planning Commission's recommendation to
approve the request of the Auburn School District #408 to rezone from R-l
(Single Family) to P-I (Public Use District) along with a Comprehensive
Plan Map amendment from Single Family to Public and Quasi Public for
construction of a new junior high school on property located on the west
side of Dogwood Street S.E. in the 1300-1400 blocks.
Mayor Roegner opened the public hearing.
Mike Revnolds. 329 East Main Street. Auburn. W A
Mike Reynolds noted he was an attorney for the Auburn School District No.
408, and with him this evening were Auburn School District personnel, Mr.
Poldevart and Mr. Grose, who were available to answer any questions.
Mike Bocatch. 111 H ST SE. Auburn. W A
Mr. Bocatch expressed his concern that during the school district's last
renovation project, heavy duty trucks had damaged his residential streets,
and he is requesting this construction be concerned about city streets.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber, to close
the public hearing.
Motion Carried Unanimously. 7-0.
Councilmember Kurle expressed his concern that the new junior high school
property was near the Muckelshoot Indian Tribe Cemetery. Planning
Director Steve Lancaster noted that the school district had consulted with the
State Office of Archaeological and Historic Preservation, and the State has
indicated there are no records indicating a likelihood of archaeological or
historic resources in this site. Mr. Mike Reynolds noted that the school
district was working closely with the Tribe to conduct an archaeological
study of the site and to develop proper procedures in the event any remains
were found during construction.
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Councilmember Borden requested a clarification from Planning Director Steve
Lancaster regarding the "R" Street and White Lake Road connection. Mr.
Lancaster explained the "R" Street Project is under the State's jurisdiction and
development is dependent on State resources.
Councilmember Barber commented that residents in the area have expressed
favorable comments to her regarding the new junior high school.
Motion by Council member Burns, second by Councilmember Barber, to affirm the
recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the rezone and
Comprehensive Plan Map amendment based upon the Findings of Fact,
Conclusions and Conditions as outlined and to instruct the City Attorney to
prepare the necessary ordinance.
Motion Carried Unanimously 7-0.
B. Audience Particioation - None
C. Corresoondence
Under Agenda Modifications of these minutes, Item I.D, correspondence was
transmitted. The correspondence was dated February 14, 1992 from Fred
Meyer, Inc. regarding the Auburn North Central Business District Plan,
which is addressed as II.A.l of these minutes.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.6.4.4
A. Municioal Services
Chairman Brothers reported that the Municipal Services Committee met prior
to the Council meeting at 4:30 p.m. and discussed Resolution 2280. The
Committee also discussed Washington State Police accreditation, noting
Auburn was the first police agency in Washington to receive such
Accreditation. The next Municipal Services meeting is Monday, March 2,
1992.
B. Planning & Community Develooment
Chairman Burns reported that the Planning & Community Development
Committee met on February 11, 1992 and the minutes are of public record.
The next meeting of the Planning & Community Development may be
rescheduled to meet February 25, 1992.
C. Public Works
Chairman Whittall reported that the Public Works Committee met prior to
the Council meeting at 5:30 p.m. Items discussed were Mill Creek and
Green River interlocal agreements and Resolution 2282. The next meeting
of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for Monday, March 2, 1992 at
5:30 p.m.
D. Finance
Chairman Barber reported that the Finance Committee met prior to the
Council meeting this evening at 7:00 p.m. and discussed Consent Agenda
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Items. The next meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for
Monday, March 2, 1992 at 7:00 p.m.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
A3.6.2
1. Minutes of the February 3, 1992 regular Council meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claim numbers 69765 through 70113 in the amount of $1,410,767.99
and dated February 18, 1992.
2. Payroll check numbers 175512 through 176014 in the amount of
$740,290.17 covering the period February 4, 1992 through February 7,
1992.
C. Call for Public Hearing
03.4.3 Application No. COM0004-91, 03.7
City Council to call for a public hearing to be held on March 2, 1992 to
consider the adoption of amendments to the Comprehensive Plan to
implement policy changes regarding critical and resource lands and
amendment of the Environmental Review Procedures Ordinance to meet the
mandates of the States Growth Management Act.
D. Surolus Prooertv
F4.6.1
Recommend the listed property as surplus and to be sold at public auction.
Blue cloth sleeping bag, (2) hydraulic jacks, (I) fox hide (fur)
Pruning clippers, wood handled claw hammer
Sentrek AM/FM Cassette radio, 2 Majestic speakers, 2 pry bars
(1) 1-1/16th combination wrench, (1) 10 gallon white plastic RV type water
tank
(1) tool box with miscellaneous tools, (1) set of golf clubs in bag
(1) Cycle America helmet, (1) bowling ball - black
(1) Delco AM/FM cassette radio
(1) Chrysler car radio
(1) cassette case, 2 tapes
(I) plastic tool box w /miscellaneous contents and tools
(1) AM/FM receiver (not operating), 1 pair rubber overshoes, I grey sports
bag
(1) floor cabinet type safe w /broken locking device
(I) Coleman lantern
(I) M/C helmet, black, full face
(1) green woman's coat
(I) white colored suitcase, locked
(1) cloth rifle case
Blouse, skirt
(I) hydraulic floor jack
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(1) 4' tall traffic cone
(1) aluminum frame wheeled cart
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns to
approve Consent Agenda Items IV.A. through IV.D.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
V. OLD BUSINESS - None.
VI. NEW BUSINESS - None.
VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
City Attorney Stephen R. Shelton read the titles to each ordinance.
1. Ordinance No. 4542
A3.4.1
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending Section 3
of Ordinance No. 4533 and authorizing execution of an interlocal
agreement for establishment of the Growth Management Planning
Council of King County to develop county wide planning policies.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to
introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4542.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7 -0.
B. Resolutions
City Attorney Stephen R. Shelton read the titles to each resolution.
1. Resolution No. 2275
03.11.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a memorandum of
agreement between the City of Auburn and Senior Services of
Seattle/King County Nutrition Projects (SSC/KC) to provide a
federally funded hot meal program for low-income elderly citizens in
the Auburn area.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Council member Barber to
adopt Resolution No. 2275.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Resolution No. 2276
03.11.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Meals on Wheels
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satellite site memorandum of agreement between the City of Auburn
and Senior Services of Seattle/King County (SSC/KC) to provide home
delivered meal service in the Auburn area to the elderly.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to
approve Resolution No. 2276.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
3. Resolution No. 2277
03.11.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to Execute an Agreement with
Children's Home Society to provide child care services through the
Families First Program for 1992.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to
approve Resolution No. 2277.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
4. Resolution No. 2278
03.11.1
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with
Valley Cities Mental Health Center to provide mental health services
for Auburn residents during 1992.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to
approve Resolution No. 2278.
Councilmember Whittall disclosed he is a board member of this
organization and will be abstaining from voting on Resolution 2278.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0 with Councilmember
Whittall abstaining.
5. Resolution No. 2280
AI.4.1
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington
authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute an interlocal
agreement between the City and King County to provide municipal
court probation services.
Motion by Councilmember Brothers, second by Councilmember Barber
to approve Resolution No. 2280.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
6. Resolution No. 2282
04.7.2
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement for
professional services for a litter control program between the City of
Auburn and Vadis Northwest Agreement for Litter Control.
Motion by Councilmember Whittall, second by Council member Burns
to approve Resolution No. 2282.
Motion Carried Unanimously. 7-0.
VIII. MA YOR'S REPORT
Executive Session
Mayor Roegner announced there would be an Executive Session for
approximately 10 minutes to discuss litigation. There will be no Council
action required.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Auburn City Council, the
meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
Bob Roegner, Mayor
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