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CITY OF AUBURN
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
July 6, 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
Wagner, Burns, Borden, Brothers, and Kurle. Councilmember Barber was
excused. 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, Assistant Public Works Director Alice Conrad, Planning
Director Steve Lancaster, City Attorney Stephen R. Shelton, City Clerk
Robin Wohlhueter, and Deputy City Clerk Gayle Butcher.
C. Announcements and Aooointments
1. Announcements
(a) Council Position No. 1 Vacancy
A3.10.8
Mayor Roegner announced the City Council will conduct applicant
interviews for the vacant Council Position No. 1 on Thursday,
July 9, 1992, in the Council work area on the first floor of City
Hall, at 5:30 p.m.
2. Appointments - None.
D. Agenda Modifications
Agenda modifications are noted under agenda items VII.B.2 transmitting a
revised "Exhibit A" to Resolution No. 2321, and VII.B.6 transmitting
Resolution No. 2328.
II. CITIZEN INPUT. PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. LID No. 345
F2.4.9, LID 345
The public hearing is in regard to the creation of Local Improvement
District No. 345, as authorized by Resolution No. 2314 and adopted June
15, 1992, to construct sidewalks, driveways, wheelchair ramps, and
necessary appurtenances as required, and to provide a continuous sidewalk
improvement along certain described streets within the City of Auburn,
County of King, State of Washington.
CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING
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Mayor Roegner requested Public Works Director Frank Currie present a
brief summary of the creation of Local Improvement District No. 345.
Mr. Currie noted there were four districts within the city designated for
the sidewalk program. Local Improvement District No. 345 is the first
district encompassing property west of "R" Street S. E., east of "A" Street
S. E., south of 12th Street S. E., and north of 33rd Street S. E. Mr.
Currie noted LID No. 345 is designed to fill in the gaps of existing
sidewalks within the area. Most importantly, District No. 1 has a high
percentage of young and elderly residents who will greatly benefit from
the completion of sidewalks. District No. 1 has several elementary schools
and shopping centers. Mr. Currie noted completion of sidewalks will
provide greater walking safety for young children. Further, he noted the
LID provides for 125 wheelchair ramps providing greater benefit for the
elderly who need easier and safer access to nearby shopping centers.
Through a block grant, low-income elderly can apply for financial
assistance. Mr. Currie noted 13 applicants have qualified for assistance.
Mr. Currie also noted that property owners were exempt from the LID if
they chose to build their own sidewalk prior to the start of construction.
Debbie Allman. 1717 F Street S.E.. Auburn. W A
Ms. Allman expressed concerns that the proposed local improvement will
cause a loss of backyard privacy as well as shade trees. She further noted
her property currently is victimized by pedestrians who toss garbage onto
her property, and she feels sidewalks will encourage more pedestrian use
and more garbage. Ms. Allman stated her property enjoys a 6-foot fence,
and she has concerns that the local improvement will cause her to lose her
fence. She feels the local improvement will not increase her property
value, and therefore, she does not wish to be assessed for the sidewalk
improvement.
Bob Hebert. 1525 25th Street S.E.. Auburn. W A
Mr. Hebert expressed his concern of a steep bank facing "R" Street S. E.,
near 25th. Construction will necessitate a portion of the bank to be
cleared, and he is concerned about potential erosion. He further noted
that his residential area has suffered from pedestrians walking home to
their apartments from a local convenient store who discard their drinking
bottles and food wrappers on his property. Mr. Hebert feels sidewalks
will benefit the transient type of residents and increase discarded garbage
on his property.
Roger Thorgardson. Auburn School District Transportation. 615 15th
Street S. W.
As an employee of the school district, Mr. Thorgardson is speaking in
favor of the sidewalk program. Terminal Park and Pioneer Elementary
Schools and Olympic Junior High will benefit from cleaner and safer
walking routes, and the sidewalks will improve safer conditions for youth
walking to Game Farm and Cedar Parks.
Karrie Zanoni. 2405 R Street S.E.. Auburn. W A
Ms. Zanoni is a neighbor of Mr. Bob Herbert, and she shares similar
concerns he stated with regard to pedestrians tossing garbage onto her
property. She further expressed her concern of being unable to qualify
for low-income assistance, noting the local improvement will add an
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unanticipated financial strain to their recently purchased home costs. She
feels painting cross-walks for the area is a better idea.
Ms. Gene Rosendahl. 2820 R Street S.E.. Auburn. W A
Ms. Rosendahl expressed concern that she is being required to complete
25-feet of an uncompleted sidewalk, and does not understand why the
city does not complete this portion of sidewalk.
Mr. Ted Visava. 2815 R Street S.E.. Auburn. WA
Mr. Visaya testified that he is in favor of the sidewalk improvement, but
he is concerned about potential widening of R Street, and how the
widening of R Street may impact the new sidewalks.
Ms. Vista Gifford. 1415 21st Street S.E.. Auburn. W A
Ms. Gifford expressed concern that current sidewalks in the area are 3.5-
feet, and the proposed sidewalks are 5-feet.
Mr. Ira Frank. 1602 28th Street S.E.. Auburn. W A
Mr. Frank testified when he purchased his home, it was his understanding
he authorized an easement on his property to the city and questions why
he is required to finance a portion of this local improvement. He further
noted the area has traffic problems during rush-hours, and he felt traffic
safety lights and added police patrols would be better for the area rather
than sidewalks. Mr. Frank is speaking against paying for the sidewalk
improvement.
Tim Monroe. 23rd & F Street S. E.. Auburn. W A
Mr. Monroe expressed concern that one side of the street within the local
improvement area has sidewalks, but no curb and gutter. It is his feeling
that projects should be completed prior to start of another project. He
also questioned if the construction of sidewalks was for beautification
purposes rather than walking safety. It is his concern that there are
buildings with yard clean-up needs that would be better served by a
beautification program.
There were no further requests to speak for or against Local Improvement
No. 345.
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Burns, to
close the public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Public Works Director Frank Currie responded to concerns raised by
persons providing testimony. Mr. Currie noted: a retaining wall or a
rockery would be part of the design specifications with regard to
potential erosion of a steep bank; there were no plans for widening of R
Street, and if the street required expansion in the future, widening would
be a city project, not a property owner project; with regard to sidewalk
sizes, existing sidewalks will be blended with the project sidewalk size;
Mr. Currie requested Mr. Frank bring in his easement papers for the
city's review, and if the easement is the responsibility of the city, it will
be honored; Mr. Currie noted for Ms. Rosendahl that wheelchair ramps
are paid as part of the improvement, but that the 25-feet of unfinished
sidewalk rests with the property owner; Mr. Currie noted residents who
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were concerned about their trees needed to contact Mr. Jack Locke,
Project Engineer, and he will look at trees to see how they might work
within the specifications; and with regard to the concern of unfinished
curbing around 29th and F Street S.E., Mr. Currie noted that unfinished
curbing rests with the adjacent property owner and that the proposed
local improvement project is for only improved streets within the
boundaries of District # 1.
Councilmembers requested clarification from Mr. Currie on some
concerns expressed by residents attending this evening's public hearing.
Mr. Currie noted it was the city's intent to have all sidewalks five-feet
provided there was sufficient space. Mr. Currie stated he was not aware
of some sidewalks being 3.5-feet. It was his understanding there were
some 4-foot sidewalks, and the city would blend the sidewalks. Mr.
Currie further noted that any required retaining wall would be part of the
project. Mr. Currie stated the project would attempt to keep as many
trees as possible in order to accommodate privacy concerns, and that
fences currently on properties would not be required to be reduced. City
Staff members further explained improvements run with the property and
that future repairs or improvements to existing fences would have to
exceed 50% of current improvement value before conforming use would
be of concern.
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Burns, to
introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4576.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
2. 1992-93 BIA Hearing
A1.10
The public hearing is in regard to approving the BIA budget for the
1992-1993 fiscal year. Those persons wishing to comment upon the 1992-
1993 BIA budget may do so at this time.
Mayor Roegner requested those persons wishing to comment upon the
1992-1993 BIA budget to address the Council at this time.
Greg Vine. Director of the BIA. 24 B Street N. E.. Auburn. W A
Mr. Vine explained the Central Business District Improvement Area's
(BIA) budget process, noting the BIA's steering committee's budget
changes.
There were no additional requests to speak for or against the BIA Budget.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to
close the public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden, to
introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2320.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
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Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden, to
introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2321 with the amended Exhibit A as
transmitted under agenda modifications this evening.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
B. Audience Participation
There were no requests from the audience to address the City Council.
C. Correspondence
03.3.1
1. Letter to Mayor Bob Roegner dated June 23, 1992 from Steve Hansen
with regard to the proposed supermall located southeast of the
intersection of Highway 18 and State Route 167.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Municipal Services
A3.6.4.4
Chairman Brothers announced Municipal Services Committee did not meet
this evening and the next meeting will be Monday, July 20, 1992 at 4:30
p.m. in Conference Room #2.
B. Planning & Community Development
A3.6.4.4
Chairman Burns reported that the Planning & Community Development
Committee met on June 22, 1992, and the minutes are of public record. The
next meeting of the PCDC is scheduled to meet Monday, July 13, 1992 at
7:30 p.m.
C. Public Works
A3.6.4.4
Vice-Chairman Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met prior
to the Council meeting at 5:30 p.m. Items discussed appear on tonight's
agenda. The next meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for
Monday, July 20, 1992 at 5:30 p.m.
D. Finance
A3.6.4.4
Vice-Chairman Brothers reported that the Finance Committee met prior to
the Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. Items discussed appear on tonight's agenda.
The next meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for Monday, July
20, 1992 at 7:00 p.m.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. Minutes of the June 15, 1992 regular Council meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claim numbers 73391 through 74191 in the amount of $609,944.30 and
dated July 6, 1992.
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2. Payroll numbers 179909 through 180409 in the amount of $665,855.61
covering the period June 9, 1992 through June 23, 1992 and dated the
6th of July, 1992.
C. 1992-1995 Banking Services
F1.6
Recommendation to award the City's 1992-1995 banking services contract to
U. S. Bank for an estimated monthly service fee of $1,570.00.
D. Liauor License
A5.6.l
Recommend approval of a Class H liquor license for the China Palace
Restaurant located at 2402 Auburn Way North.
E. Contract Administration
1. Street Improvement No. 305
04.9.1 Cont No. 92-12, St. Imp No. 305
Request permission to advertise for bids for Contract No. 92-12, Street
Improvement No. 305, the 1992 Centerline and Lane Line Painting.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle to approve Consent Agenda Items A
through E. Second by Councilmember Burns.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
V. OLD BUSINESS - None.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. Application No. REZ0002-92
03.8 Application No. REZ0002-92
The request of Rodger Campbell and Carl Erickson to rezone property
located on the West side of Western Street N.W. in the 300-400 blocks from
R-2 (Single Family) to M-l (Light Industrial).
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden, to
approve the rezone from R-2, Single Family, to M-l, Light Industrial, based
upon the Hearing Examiner's Findings of Fact, Conclusions and Conditions;
and, to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
B. Application No. PL T0009-90
03.5 Application No. PL T0009-90
Council consideration on the request of Northward Development for a l2-10t
industrial preliminary plat to be known as "Auburn Park" consisting of 53
acres zoned M-l, property located on the North side of 37th Street N.E. in
the 300-400 blocks.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden, to
approve the Preliminary Plant based upon the Hearing Examiner's Findings
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of Fact, Conclusions and Conditions; and, to instruct the City Attorney to
prepare the necessary Resolution.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 4576
F2.4.9, LID 345
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington providing for the
construction of sidewalks, driveways, wheelchair ramps and necessary
appurtenances as required (Sidewalk Improvement No. 14) to provide a
continuous sidewalk improvement along both sides of property west of
"R" Street S.E., East of "A" Street S.E., South of 12th S.E., North of
33rd SE., within the County of King, State of Washington, all in
accordance with Resolution No. 2314 of the City Council; and creating
and establishing Local Improvement District No. 345; and providing
the method of assessment in said district and the mode of payment
thereof; and creating a Local Improvement Fund therefor; and
authorizing staff to call for bids.
Ordinance No. 4576 was approved under Agenda Item ILA.l of these
minutes.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 2320
A1.10
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Auburn to
execute a contract with the City of Auburn Chamber of Commerce to
administer the operation of the Business Improvement Area.
Resolution No. 2320 was approved under Agenda Item II.A.2 of these
minutes.
2. Resolution No. 2321
A1.10
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
approving the proposed BIA Budget for the period of July 1, 1992 to
June 30, 1993 as required by Ordinance No. 4293.
Resolution No. 2321 was approved under Agenda Item II.A.2.
3. Resolution No. 2325
04.11
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a franchise agreement
between the City of Auburn and King County to construct, operate
and maintain a water and sewer system in District No.9.
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Motion by Council member Wagner, second by Council member Burns
to introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2325.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
4. Resolution No. 2326
04.9.1, Cont. #92-02, St. Imp. #288
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Amendment No.2 to
Agreement for Professional Services between the City of Auburn and
W&H Pacific, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for the
improvement of Auburn Way North from 4th Street N.E. to 15th Street
N.W.
Motion by Council member Wagner, second by Councilmember Burns,
to introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2326.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
5. Resolution No. 2329
04.9.1, Cont 92-02, St. Imp. #288
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Amendment No. 3 to
Agreement for Professional Services between the City of Auburn and
W&H Pacific, Inc. to provide negotiations for the acquisition of right-
of-way and easements for the improvement of Auburn Way North
from 4th Street N. E. to 15th Street N. W.
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Burns,
to introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2329.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
6. Resolution No. 2328
04.9.1 St. Imp. No. 299
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 between the City of Auburn and CHM2M Hill
Northwest, Inc., for the development and evaluation of a storm
drainage system concept which will be incorporated into the design of
Street Improvement No. 299, Auburn Way South/Burlington Northern
Railroad Bridge Replacement Project.
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Burns,
to introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2328.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
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VIII. MAYOR'S REPORT - None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Auburn City Council, the
meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
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