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CITY OF AUBURN
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
April 19, 1993 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. Fla2 Salute
Mayor Roegner led those in attendance in the pledge of allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Those in attendance included Mayor Bob Roegner and Councilmembers Weekley,
Wagner, Burns, Borden, Barber, Brothers, and Kurle. Staff members present included
Police Chief Jake Evans, Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Personnel Director Pam Sime, Parks
and Recreation Director Len Chapman, Finance Director Pat Dugan, Public Works
Director Frank Currie, Planning Director Steve Lancaster, City Attorney Stephen
Shelton, and City Clerk Robin Wohlhueter. Other staff present included Police Captain
Bill Pitzl, Senior Planner Lynn Rued, Library Director Andy Waters, and Deputy City
Clerk Dani Daskam.
C. Announcements and Aooointments
1. Announcements
a. Sorin2 Clean-uo/Recvclin2
04.7.1
Mayor Roegner displayed buttons promoting the City's spring clean-up
program and recycling efforts. The buttons included Auburn's 1993
recycling slogan, "Our Dream: Keep Auburn Clean." The 1993 slogan is
a result of this year's Elementary School Litter Challenge and Slogan
Contest and was submitted by the students of Miss Goffin's first grade
class from Washington Elementary School.
b. Proclamations
A1.8
1) Volunteer Week
Mayor Roegner read a proclamation proclaiming April 18 through
April 24, 1993 as "National Volunteer Week" in the City of
Auburn and presented proclamations to the following recipients as
representatives of the many volunteers that serve the City: Bob
Nichols, Millie Dugas Barrows, Marjane Winston, Tom
Richardson, and Thelma Serrano. Mayor Roegner and the City
Council thanked the volunteers for their service to the City.
Mayor Roegner announced the Volunteer Luncheon will be held
Tuesday, April 20, 1993 at the Auburn Senior Center.
AUBURN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page No.2
April 19, 1993
2) Mayor Roegner presented a proclamation declaring May 2 through
May 8, 1993 as "Municipal Clerks' Week" in the City of Auburn to
Auburn City Clerk Robin Wohlhueter. Mayor Roegner extended
his appreciation to City Clerk Robin Wohlhueter and Deputy City
Clerks Gayle Butcher and Dani Daskam for their professionalism
in carrying out the functions of the City Clerk's office.
2. Aooointments
a. White River Historical Society Board of Directors
A3.8
City Council confirmation on the appointment of R. Wayland Scarff to
the White River Historical Society Board of Directors filling a one-year
term to expire on December 31, 1993.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns to
confirm the Mayor's appointment of R. Wayland Scarff to the White
River Historical Society Board of Directors filling a one-year term to
expire on December 31, 1993.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
b. City En2ineer
A4.5.2
Mayor Roegner requested City Council confirmation of the appointment
of Dennis Dowdy as City Engineer effective April 19, 1993.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns to
confirm the Mayor's appointment of Dennis Dowdy as City Engineer
effective April 19, 1993.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
D. A2enda Modifications
Agenda modifications include correspondence not available prior to publication of the
Council Agenda and are found under II.C.l and II.C.3 of these minutes.
II. CITIZEN INPUT. PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearin2s
1. Aoolication No. MIS0006-93
A3.23.1 MIS0006-93, 03.10.5 V AR0005-92
The appeal of the Hearing Examiner's Decision filed by Linda A.J. and Eugene
W. McKnight to deny the request for a variance to allow a deck to be within the
required sideyard setback located at 1123 57th Drive S.E.
Mayor Roegner opened the public hearing and requested those persons wishing to
testify to please appear before the Council.
AUBURN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page No. 3
April 19, 1993
Linda McKnight. 1123 57th Drive SE. Auburn.
Mrs. McKnight presented approximately 10 slides depicting her property from
several different angles. She stated that her property has changed in
configuration since the Hearing Examiner's decision to deny the request for a
variance. Mrs. McKnight advised that the house built to the south of their lot
was constructed approximately seven feet on their property and took the only flat
property on their lot. Mrs. McKnight explained that the 60-foot slope of their
property makes it unfeasible to build the deck in any other location. Mrs.
McKnight contended that the three foot setback of the existing deck allows for
adequate air and light and requested compassion in considering her request for a
variance.
Christine Schrader. 5620 Lakeland Hills Way. SE. Auburn
Ms. Schrader questioned the need for another hearing on the McKnight's request
for a variance as the Hearing Examiner denied the original application and the
subsequent appeal. Ms. Schrader stated that an exception should not be made to
allow the McKnight's to build their deck within the setback.
Roberta Chevalier. 1145 57th Drive. SE. Auburn
Mrs. Chevalier submitted for the record a letter from herself and her husband
and a letter from Judy and Bruce Henry.
Gene McKnight. 1123 57th Drive SE. Auburn
Mr. McKnight explained that the Clawson home was built approximately 7.5 feet
into their property. Mr. McKnight stated he believed the issue of the deck has
created more attention than the Clawson's house encroachment on his property.
Mr. McKnight requested Council grant a variance to construct his deck within
three feet of the side yard setback.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to close the
public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Planning Director Lancaster stated that the City did not create the problems the
McKnight's have encountered with their property. He stated there are
constraints with the McKnight property because of its slope and the Puget Power
easement; however, the McKnight's purchased the property with these
constraints. Mr. Lancaster added that the property constraints do not result in an
inability to construct a deck that meet all requirements of the zoning code. Mr.
Lancaster pointed out that Mr. McKnight testified that the deck was built
without the required permit when setback requirements would have been
addressed. Mr. Lancaster stated that the rights of the property owner as well as
neighboring property owners need to be considered and that the Council should
be aware of the precedent which may be created by granting a variance or
exception to existing City regulations. Mr. Lancaster stated that staff supports
the Hearing Examiner's decision and recommends the request for a variance be
denied.
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Page No.4
April 19, 1993
Councilmember Kurle asked Planning Director Lancaster where a deck could be
built on the McKnight house. Mr. Lancaster explained that there is a large area
in the rear of the home to construct a deck although the land is steeply sloped.
Mr. Lancaster explained there is reasonable ability to construct a deck within
required setbacks.
Councilmember Borden asked whether the McKnight's hot tub could be located
on one of their other decks. Mrs. McKnight explained that their hot tub is a
built-in hot tub and needs to be placed on the ground.
Councilmember Brothers questioned whether a deck previously existed in the
location of the deck in question. Mr. McKnight advised there was an
approximate 10'x10' deck.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to deny the
appeal and affirm the decision of the Hearing Examiner.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
B. Audience Particioation
Tom Riley. 210 "I" St. SE. Auburn
A1.6
Mr. Riley addressed the Council to comment on his previously submitted letter regarding
his Little League baseball roster and player Danny Hourihan. Mr. Riley submitted a
Parks and Recreation Department baseball registration form for Council information,
and he quoted from the registration form regarding placement of players. Mr. Riley
said he requested the Parks and Recreation Department place Danny Hourihan on his
roster because he fits the Parks and Recreation Department's criteria for placement with
players from his school, but his request had been denied. Mr. Riley submitted a letter
from William Hourihan, father of Danny Hourihan.
Parks and Recreation Director Len Chapman explained that there were adjustments
made to Mr. Riley's roster to the satisfaction of Mr. Riley with the exception of the
placement of Danny Hourihan. Mr. Chapman stated that Mr. Riley has players from
two different schools including his returning players from Lea Hill and Washington
Elementary Schools. This year they had sufficient players from Washington Elementary
to replace players from Lea Hill who did return to play. Mr. Riley wants to replace one
of his returning players, and whose parent requested specifically that he be placed on
Mr. Riley's team, for Danny Hourihan who is from Lea Hill School.
Mayor Roegner advised Mr. Riley if he feels he has been aggrieved, the next step is to
contact the Park Board for further consideration.
AUBURN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Page No. 5
April 19, 1993
C. Corresoondence
1. Suoermall of the Great Northwest
03.3.1
Letter received April 7, 1993 addressed to Councilmember Trish Borden from
"Roy" expressing concern with the Supermall development and the 37th Street
LID.
Letter dated March 30, 1993 to the Auburn Planning Commission, Mayor, and
City Council from Margo Wolfe expressing support for the Supermall.
Letter dated April 3, 1993 to the Mayor and City Council from Winafred M.
Parcel expressing opposition to the Supermall project.
Letter dated April 12, 1993 to Mayor Roegner, Auburn City Council Members
from Michael A. Hart voicing his support of The Supermall of the Great
Northwest.
Postcard dated April 6. 1997 to City Council Members from George & Shirley
Nickelsen expressing support of the Super Mall.
Phone message dated April 12, 1993 to the City Council Members from Regan
Dugger, General Manager of Burger King, expressing support of the rezone for
the Super Mall.
Phone message dated April 13, 1993 from E.J. Cass who resides at 130 F St SE
expressing support of the Super Mall.
Letter dated April 7, 1993 to Councilmember Jeanne Barber from Bruce D.
Sanchez and Mary Merten expressing their opposition to the proposed Supermall
project.
Letter dated April 9, 1993 to the Auburn City Council from Bill Morchin
expressing concerns with regard to the proposed Supermall project.
Letter received by Councilmember Jeanne Barber from Margaret M. Sharp
expressing her opposition to the proposed Supermall project.
Letter dated April 9, 1993 to the Mayor and City Council from Joan Merritt
expressing support for the proposed Supermall project.
Letter dated April 12, 1993 from Bobby Wolf to Mayor Roegner and Auburn
City Council Members urging a no vote until Algona is representated.
Letter dated April 15, 1993 to Mayor Bob Roegner from Donald A. Rottle
opposing the rezone necessary for the construction of the Supermall.
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Page No.6
April 19, 1993
Letter dated April 12, 1993 to Mayor Bob Roegner and the Auburn City Council
from Mr. and Mrs. William J. Peloza expressing their support of Auburn for the
Supermall.
Letter dated April 12, 1993 from Bobby Wolf to Mayor Roegner and Auburn
Council Members urging a no voted until Algona is represented.
Bill Morchin filed on April 19, 1993 a report titled "Suoermall Traffic" for
Mayor and Council Distribution expressing concern with regard traffic impacts
of the Supermall. This item was distributed under separate cover.
2. Citizen Reauest
A1.6
Letter received by the City of Auburn on April 7, 1993 from Virginia Haugen
requesting information.
3. Aoolication No. MIS0006-93
A3.23.1 MIS0006-93, 03.10.5 V AR0005-92
Letter dated April 19, 1993 from Mike Clawson to the City Council expressing
his comments with regard to the appeal filed by Linda A. J. and Eugene W.
McKnight with regard to Application No. MIS0006-93 which appears under
agenda item II.A.l.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Municioal Services
A3.6.4.4
Chairman Brothers reported the Municipal Services Committee met today at 4:30 p.m.
The Committee discussed the TCI Franchise Agreement and Resolution No. 2401
regarding a fire protection contract between the City and the Washington State Parks and
Recreation Commission. The next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee will be
Monday, May 3, 1993 at 4:30 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Develooment
A3.6.4.4
Chairman Burns reported the Planning and Community Development Committee met on
Monday, April 12, 1993 at 5:30 p.m. The Committee discussed the agenda items
presented this evening and appreciates Council support of these items. The next meeting
of the Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled for Monday, April
26, 1993 at 5:30 p.m.
C. Public Works
A3.6.4.4
Chairman Wagner reported the Public Works Committee met at 5:30 p.m. today and
discussed contract items, storm drainage and road improvements, and received an
informational update from Pierce County Regional Transit Manager. The next meeting
of the Public Works Committee will be Monday, May 3, 1993 at 5:30 p.m.
A UBURN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
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April 19, 1993
D. Finance
A3.6.4.4
Chair Barber reported that the Finance Committee met at 7:00 p.m. prior to the Council
meeting. The Committee discussed additional staff for the Municipal Court. The 1993
Budget authorized an additional court staff position subject to available court revenue.
The increased court revenue in 1992 and 1993 will support the additional position.
Therefore, the Committee authorized the Finance Director to implement the budget
decision to fill the position. Chair Barber reported that the Committee also reviewed
and approved claims and payroll vouchers. The next meeting of the Finance Committee
is scheduled for Monday, May 3, 1993 at 7:00 p.m.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
A3.6.2
1. Minutes of the April 5, 1993 regular Council meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claim numbers 82071 through 82396 in the amount of $1,307,535.58 and dated
April 19, 1993.
2. Payroll numbers 190219 through 190732 in the amount of $767,494.27 covering
the period April 2, 1993 to April 14, 1993.
C. Contract Administration
1. White River Park
05.2 White River Park
To award Contract No. 92-16, construction of White River Park, to Lloyd
Enterprises, Inc., for their base bid in the amount of $1,063,294.93 (includes
WSST).
2. Proiect No. 509
04.9.1
Recommend awarding contract for construction of Academy Drive and Auburn
Way South Re-bid, Contract 93-01, PR 509 to West Coast Construction on their
low bid of $580,723.76.
D. Liauor License
A5.6.1
1. Request approval for a Class "H" liquor license for Gerry Andal's Ranch
Restaurant located at 635 "C" Street S.W.
A UBURN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
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April 19, 1993
E. Call for Public Hearing
1. Aoolication for CATV Franchise Agreement with TCI
A3.14, 04.4.4
Council to call for a public hearing for the May 3, 1993 Council meeting on the
application/renewal of a CA TV Franchise Agreement between the City of
Auburn and TCI.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns to approve Consent
Agenda Items IV.A.1 through IV.E.l.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
V. OLD BUSINESS - None
VI. NEW BUSINESS - None
VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 4620
A3.23.1 MIS0002-93, 03.10.4 ADM0002-93
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, affirming the Hearing
Examiner's recommendation to grant an appeal and thereby deny the application
for an Administrative Use Permit for a vehicle emission inspection facility
proposed to be located at 4122 "B" Place N.W., Auburn, Washington.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to introduce
and adopt Ordinance No. 4620.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Ordinance No. 4621
03.10.1 CUP0007-92
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, providing for a Conditional
Use Permit to allow for the construction of an industrial building on property
zoned I, Institutional, located at the Auburn Adventist Academy, 2800 Academy
Drive S.E., within the City of Auburn, Washington.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to introduce
and adopt Ordinance No. 4621.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
AUBURN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
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April 19, 1993
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 2392
05.3.31
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the 1993 service agreement between the
City of Auburn and the Seattle/King County Economic Development Council.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to adopt
Resolution No. 2392.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Resolution No. 2396
04.4.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Meals on Wheels Satellite Site
Memorandum of Agreement for 1993 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 adopt
Resolution No. 2396.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
3. Resolution No. 2397
04.4.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Memorandum of Agreement for 1993
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 Auburn area.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Council member Barber to adopt
Resolution No. 2397.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
4. Resolution No. 2401
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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 fire protection
contract between the City and the Washington State Parks and Recreation
Commission.
Motion by Councilmember Brothers, second by Councilmember Wagner to adopt
Resolution No. 2401.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
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April 19, 1993
5. Resolution No. 2404
03.5, PLTOOOl-90
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
and approving the extension of the preliminary plat of Lakeland Hills, Divisions
#6, #7 and #8 located on the east side of Lakeland Hills Divisions #2 and #3
extending south to the King-Pierce County line, within the City of Auburn,
Washington for an additional year.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to adopt
Resolution No. 2404.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
6. Resolution No. 2405
04.11
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Satellite Water System Agreement between
the City of Auburn and Richard T. Wooding as an authorized owner for
Smalkamish Rim Estates.
City Attorney Stephen Shelton requested Section 1 of Resolution No. 2405
include the following language to read in part as follows: "The Mayor and City
Clerk of the City of Auburn are herewith authorized. subiect to comoliance with
the land division laws of the State of Washington and the City of Auburn. to
execute a Satellite Water System Agreement. . ."
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Weekley to adopt
Resolution No. 2405 as amended by the City Attorney.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
7. Resolution No. 2406
04.8
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 KCM, Inc. relating to the 1993 Storm Drainage
Improvements.
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Weekley to adopt
Resolution No. 2406.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
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April 19, 1993
VIII. MA YOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session - Labor negotiations.
A4.6
Mayor Roegner advised there was no need for an executive session this evening as the
anticipated vote on a union contract did not occur. The vote is expected to take place
this week, and a potential contract is expected to be presented to the Council at its next
regular meeting.
B. Haosmith Comoany (Suoermall) Rezone.
03.31, 03.4.4
Mayor Roegner reminded Council there will be a special Council meeting on Tuesday,
April 27, 1993 at 6:00 p.m. to consider the recommendation of the Planning Commission
regarding the rezone application for the proposed Supermall project.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
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Robin Wohlhueter, City Clerk
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