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CITY OF AUBURN
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
May 17, 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. 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
Weekley, Wagner, Burns, Borden, Barber, Brothers, and Kurle. Staff members
present included 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, Police Captain Bill Pitzl, and City Clerk Robin
Wohlhueter. Other staff present included Senior Planner Lynn Rued and City
Engineer Dennis Dowdy.
C. Announcements and Aooointments
I. Announcements
Mayor Roegner announced that City Council consideration of Application
No. MIS0004-93, the appeal of the Hearing Examiner's decision by
Primark Development Corporation, is not included on the agenda for this
evening. Mayor Roegner asked for an indication from the audience of
those present and expecting hear Council's consideration of the Primark
appeal. There was no response from the audience.
2. Aooointments
03.8
a. 1993 A WC Voting Delegates
Council to confirm Mayor Roegner's recommendation of voting
delegates for the June 22 through June 25, 1993 A WC Conference
representing the City of Auburn. They are Mayor Roegner, and
Councilmembers Burns and Brothers. Alternate voting delegate is
Councilmember Barber.
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Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Council member
Burns to confirm Mayor Roegner and Councilmembers Burns,
Brothers and Barber (alternate) as voting delegates to the
Association of Washington Cities 1993 Conference.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
b. Librarv Board
City Council to confirm the appointment of Gail Spurrell to the
Library Board filling the unexpired term of Dorothy Allen to
expire December 31, 1997.
Motion by Council member Kurle, second by Councilmember
Burns to confirm the appointment of Gail Spurrell to the Library
Board filling the unexpired term of Dorothy Allen to expire
December 31, 1997.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Mayor Roegner welcomed Ms. Spurrell as a member of the
Library Board.
D. Agenda Modifications
Agenda modifications include the withdrawal of Resolution No. 2413 found
under Item VII.B.3 of these minutes; and a change in the Councilmember
designation and a change in the budget impact figure to $28,700 on the agenda
bill for Resolution No. 2415 found under Item VII.B.5 of these minutes.
II. CITIZEN INPUT. PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
I. Aoolication No. REZ0006-92
03.8 REZ0006-92
Rezone from R-3 & R-4 Multi-Family Residential to P-I, Public,
together with a Comprehensive Plan Map amendment from Moderate and
High Density Residential to Public and Quasi-Public to allow for
construction of a new junior high school on property located south of
37th Street S.E. and north of the Stuck River.
Mayor Roegner opened the public hearing on Application No. REZ0006-
92.
Jeffrev Grose. Director of Caoital Proiects for Auburn School District
Mr. Grose explained that the 37th Street SE site was chosen as the site of
the new junior high school primarily because there is significant
enrollment growth in this area of the City and utilities will accommodate
further development. Mr. Grose stated that an alternative construction
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site on Dogwood Street SE was originally proposed for the school.
However, the project was challenged by the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe,
and the School District elected to pursue the 37th Street SE alternative
site. Mr. Grose expressed the School District's concurrence with the
City's staff report that the junior high school construction project will
have less impact than the current zoning.
Victor Kimmerle. 2636 26th Place SE. Auburn
Mr. Kimberly expressed his support for Application No. REZ0006-92
from the Auburn School District. He stated schools are important to the
development of Auburn and to the education of the children.
Dan Rollins. 907 51st Street SE. Auburn
Mr. Rollins expressed his support for the rezone application and the
construction of the new junior high school. Mr. Rollins stated an
additional junior high school is needed because of overcrowding in the
other junior high schools. He added that even though the overcrowding
is eased by portable classrooms, the portables do not provide support
facilities such as gymnasiums, cafeteria, and library. Mr. Rollins also
stated the need for the new junior high school will be even greater
because of the expansion and growth in the area.
Milton Gould. 5201 Bridget SE. Auburn
Mr. Gould expressed his support for the rezone application from Auburn
School District. Mr. Gould stated he was drawn to the community
because of its strong education base, but has been disappointed with the
location of most of the school sites in the north end of the city and is
happy to see a school proposed for construction in the south end
neighborhoods. Mr. Gould stated that the construction of the junior high
school on 37th Street SE will enhance the residential neighborhood.
Roger Padvorac. 401 37th Street SE #74. Auburn
Mr. Padvorac presented a letter to the Mayor and City Council outlining
some of his concerns with the application for rezone and the proposed
junior high school construction. Mr. Padvorac's letter addresses his
concerns with public notices and neighborhood feedback, environmental
issues, and the appeal process. Mr. Padvorac stated he does not oppose a
new junior high school as he believes there is a need for an additional
school; however, Mr. Padvorac requested that his concerns be addressed.
Mr. Padvorac requested that the consideration of the rezone be delayed,
and the City reconsider the portions of the rezone and construction plans
that affect the shoreline zone and river systems.
Rav Goodman. 907 51st Street SE. Auburn
Mr. Goodman expressed his support for the construction of the new
junior high school. He stated the new high school is needed and portable
classrooms and bussing are not the answer.
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Ann Nichols. reoresenting M. A. Sega1e. IncH P.O. Box 8050. Tukwila.
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Ms. Nichols expressed the support of M. A. Sega1e Inc. for the rezone
application and the Comprehensive Plan Map amendment.
Jim West. 3501 Olymoic Street SE
Mr. West expressed his support of the construction of the new junior high
school and the rezone application. He stated the overcrowding of students
in existing schools is affecting their achievement. Mr. West also stated
the new school will be a benefit to his neighborhood and will impact his
property favorably.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to close the
public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Councilmember Borden asked for a description of the vegetation which will
remain on the site. Mr. Grose of the Auburn School District explained the
District has attempted to save trees not in playfields, building areas, or parking
areas. The District will provide additional vegetation areas to include
approximately 550 new trees which will be primarily planted on the perimeter to
buffer surrounding properties. Mr. Grose stated all the vegetation mitigation will
be performed at one time as opposed to being phased in.
Council member Kurle requested Mr. Grose address the wetlands on the property.
Mr. Grose stated that the on-site wetlands comprise approximately one-third acre
and evaluate to be low-value wetlands providing minimal water quality benefits
and limited benefit to wildlife. The District will mitigate the development of the
wetlands by providing another area of natural vegetation.
Councilmember Wagner requested an explanation of the traffic access control to
the school site from D Street and 41st. Mr. Grose explained that the access to
the site for both pedestrians and vehicles will be limited to 37th Street. The
perimeter will be fenced with a six foot chain link fence. The District has
applied for a variance to construct a 12 foot fence on the south boundary where
the property borders the "haul" road.
Councilmember Wagner asked Mr. Grose the status of the District's shorelines
permit application. Mr. Grose stated that the shorelines permit application has
been approved by the Hearing Examiner with the condition to add signs along
the fence advising "no climbing on the fence." Mr. Grose advised the permit
application has been submitted to the State Department of Ecology for review.
Councilmember Weekley questioned whether the LID improvements slated for
37th Street SE will interfere with the ability of construction equipment and
traffic access to the school construction site. Public Works Director Currie
advised there are alternative accesses that could be used if necessary. Dr. Fugate,
Auburn School District Superintendent, advised the school will be scheduled to
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open in September, 1994. Public Works Director Currie advised the 37th Street
Improvement Project should be completed before construction of the school
begins.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Council member Barber to approve
the rezone and Comprehensive Plan Map amendment based on the Findings of
Fact, Conclusions and Conditions as outlined.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to introduce
and adopt Ordinance No. 4628.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
B. Audience Particioation
A1.6
Virginia Haugen. 2503 R Street SE. Auburn
Ms. Haugen thanked City Attorney Stephen Shelton and Personnel Director Pam
Sime for their response to her questions regarding City of Auburn employee
salaries. Mr. Haugen also thanked Councilmember Barber for her telephone
correspondence with regard to the same subject.
C. Corresoondence
03.3.4
I. Aoolication No. MIS0004-93
Appeal of the Hearing Examiner's Decision filed on May 3, 1993 by
Primark Development Corporation issued on April 23, 1993 with regard to
Application No. MIS0004-93.
2. Auburn Thoroughbred Racetrack
03.1.1
Letter dated May 5, 1993 to the City of Auburn from John A. Dekeyser
with regard to the Auburn Thoroughbred racetrack.
Letter dated May 7, 1993 to the Auburn City Council from Brenda
Senturia with regard to the proposed Auburn racetrack.
Letter dated May II, 1993 to Mayor Roegner from Barbara Beeson who
supports the racetrack but is concerned about the impact of the racetrack
development on the wetlands.
Letter dated May 10, 1993 to Mayor Bob Roegner from Candi T. McKay
expressing support of the racetrack.
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III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Municioal Services
A3.6.4.4
Chairman Brothers reported the Municipal Service Committee met today at 4:30
p.m. and discussed Resolution No. 2416 which will authorize an addendum to the
Valley Communications Center Interlocal Agreement, and the Committee
recommends Council approval of the Resolution. The next meeting of the
Municipal Services Committee will be Monday, June 7, 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, May 10, 1993 at 5:30 p.m., and the minutes of the meeting are
of public record. Chairman Burns requested Council support of those items
reviewed by the Planning and Community Development Committee. The next
meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled
for Monday, May 24, 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 bidding the Auburn Way North repaving project, a contract for the
Auburn Traffic Signal Interconnect Project, accepting federal funds to update the
Auburn Airport Plan, and contract payments. Chairman Wagner requested
Council support of the items reviewed by the Public Works Committee. The next
meeting of the Public Works Committee will be Monday, June 7, 1993 at 5:30
p.m.
D. Finance
A3.6.4.4
Chair Barber reported the Finance Committee met at 7:00 p.m. prior to the
Council meeting. Chair Barber reported the Committee discussed preliminary
plans for Local Improvement District 345 and approved claims and payroll
vouchers. The next meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for Monday,
June 7, 1993 at 7:00 p.m.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. Minutes of the April 27, 1993 special Council meeting.
2. Minutes of the May 3, 1993 regular Council meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claim numbers 82721 through 83070 in the amount of $1,553,678.19 and
dated May 17, 1993.
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2. Payroll numbers 191204 through 191741 in the amount of $635,659.35
covering the period 4/24/93 to 5/12/93 dated the 17th day of May, 1993.
D. Contract Administration
I. LID 345
F2.4.9 LID 345
Approve Change Order No. I to Kodo Construction for LID 345, 1992
Sidewalk Improvement, Contract No. 92-14, PR50 I in the amount of
$12,985.59.
2. LID 345
F2.4.9 LID 345
Approve Pay Estimate No. 8 - Final to Kodo Construction, Inc. for LID
345, 1992 Sidewalk Improvement, Contract 92-14, PR 50 I in the amount
of $13,730.87.
3. Proiect No. 505
04.9.1 Street Improvement
Request permission to advertise for bids for PR 505, Contract 93-02,
Auburn Way North 4th to 15th St. N.E. to construction a two-way, left-
turn lane.
E. Utility Bill Ad iustment
F4.5.2
1. Recommend approval of utility adjustment to account 1.43.0120 in the
amount of $2,377.95.
2. Recommend approval of utility adjustment to account 3.61.1690 in the
amount of $146.91.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns to approve Consent
Agenda Items IV.A.l through IV.E.2.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
V. OLD BUSINESS - None.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. Aoolication No. PL T0008-90
03.5
Council to consider final plat approval for "McLaughlin Court" which is an 8-lot
single family subdivision that is located on the east side of "M" Street S.E. in the
3400 block.
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Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to approve
the final plat of McLaughlin Court and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare
the necessary ordinance.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
I. Ordinance No. 4628
03.5 Application No. REZ0006-92
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, providing for the
rezoning, together with a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment, of
property located south of 37th Street S.E. and Easterly of "D" Street S.E.,
within the City of Auburn, Washington, changing the zoning classification
thereof from R-3 (Duplex) and R-4 (Multi-Family) to a P-l (Public Use)
classification, and changing the Comprehensive Plan Map designation
from Moderate and High Density Residential to Public and Quasi-Public.
Ordinance No. 4628 was approved under Item II.A.l of these minutes.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 2411
05.4, A1.3, A3.13.4
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and Director of the Parks and Recreation
Department to apply for the King County Conservation Futures Tax
Funds (CFT) for the purchase of property known as the "Olson Canyon,"
"Green River Access," and "Mill Creek Corridor", for the purpose of
preserving open space in the Auburn area.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to
approve Resolution No. 2411.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Resolution No. 2412
F5.5.5, 04.5.1.5
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor of the City of Auburn, which has been designated
a "CA" agency, to file an application with the Puget Sound Regional
Council (PSRC) requesting certain federal funds allocated from
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) funds, as set aside for Surface
Transportation Program projects, to be utilized for the completion of the
City of Auburn "Gateway Railroad Bridge Enhancement Project".
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Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Council member Wagner to
approve Resolution No. 2412.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
3. Resolution No. 2413
04.4.9.1.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a contract between the
City and Lakeridge Paving Company for the purpose of the removal of
trees and brush on the west side of the Auburn Airport runway.
Resolution No. 2413 was removed from the agenda under Item I.D of
these minutes.
4. Resolution No. 2414
04.10
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a consultant agreement
between the City and W & H Pacific, Inc., for the Auburn Traffic Signal
Interconnect project.
Motion by Council member Wagner, second by Councilmember Weekley to
approve Resolution No. 2414.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
5. Resolution No. 2415
04.4.9.1.2
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
Amendment No. 3 to engineering services contract dated October 21, 1991
authorized by Resolution No. 2245, between the City and W & H Pacific,
Inc., for 1992 Auburn Municipal Airport Improvement program.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to
approve Resolution No. 2415.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
6. Resolution No. 2416
02.1
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
an Addendum to the existing Valley Communications Center Interlocal
Agreement to expressly state that the Valley Communications Center is
authorized to acquire, hold and dispose of real property pursuant to RCW
39.34.030 (4) (b) and to expressly state the powers exercised by the Valley
Communications Center pursuant to RCW 39.34.030 (3) (b).
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Motion by Councilmember Brothers, second by Councilmember Wagner to
approve Resolution No. 2416.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
VIII. MAYOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session - Labor negotiations.
Mayor Roegner announced an Executive Session is not necessary this evening,
and may be required for the next City Council meeting.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come
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Bob Roegner, Mayor
before the Auburn City Council, the meeting
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Robin Wohlhueter, City Clerk
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