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CITY OF AUBURN
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Monday, July 18, 1994 7:30 p.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Flag Salute
Mayor Booth called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and led those in attendance in the
pledge of allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Those in attendance included Mayor Booth and members of the Auburn City Council as
follows: Pat Burns, Rich Wagner, Virginia Haugen, Trish Borden, Stacey Brothers, and
Don Kurle. Councilmember Barber was excused. Staff members present included Parks
and Recreation Director Len Chapman, Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Police Chief Dave Purdy,
Planning and Community Director Paul Krauss, Public Works Director Frank Currie, City
Engineer Dennis Dowdy, Finance Director Victor Thompson, Assistant City Attorney Judy
Ausman, City Clerk Robin Wohlhueter, and Deputy City Clerk Gayle Butcher.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a. Proclamation
Mayor Booth presented a proclamation honoring Allen Anthony as Citizen of
the Month for his heroic act on June 2, 1994 when he assisted in obtaining
medical assistance and administered CPR to Bob Hain. Allen Anthony
accepted the proclamation and received congratulations from the Mayor,
Council, and staff.
2. Appointments - None.
D. Agenda Modifications - None.
II. CITIZEN INPUT. PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. 1995-2000 Six Year Street Program
04.9.3
Pursuant to State law, the Auburn City Council is to annually conduct a public
hearing in order to receive public comments, to review the work proposed under the
Six Year Street Program, to determine current City street needs, and to adopt a
revised and extended comprehensive street program for the city of Auburn.
Mayor Booth opened the public hearing, and requested citizen input for or against
the 1995-2000 Six Year Street Program.
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George Anthony - 2302 R Street S.E., Sp. #17, Auburn WA
George Anthony is a resident in the city of Auburn. Mr. Anthony reminisced about
his days in construction when he lived in California. Mr. Anthony said, in
California, a plumber would obtain a permit for $250.00 to dig into a street. To
ensure the street is rebuilt back to California's requirements, California offered a
refund of $100.00 of the street permit fee to the contractor. Given his experience
in California, Mr. Anthony offered free services to the Mayor and Council.
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Burns to close the
public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
2. Application No. CUP0007-9l
03.10.1 CUP0007-9l
The request of Jay Thorpe to amend Ordinance No. 4535 to allow him to increase
the number of mechanical amusement devices (video games) from 40 to 70 at the
Auburn Family Sports Center located at 340 East Main Street, Auburn W A.
Mayor Booth read and opened the public hearing on Application No. CUP0007-91.
Jay Thorp - 2106 East Main Street, Auburn W A
Jay Thorp, applicant, business owner, and resident of the city of Auburn,
introduced himself to the Mayor and Council. Mr. Thorp explained in looking at
his growth in customer base 80% are parents and kids. He said, this is the reason
why he needs to expand. Expansion will allow for more interactive games, not
video games. Mr. Thorp pointed out that all games are classified as amusement
devices or video games, but he is considering games that are interactive for children
ages 2-10 years old.
Councilmember Brothers asked what percentage of the increase (30 games) would
entertain kids ages 2-10 years old. Mr. Thorp responded there are two reasons he
asked for the increase. The first reason is for expansion into the existing building,
and the second reason is to allow for more growth. He said, big toy or soft toy are
the kind of interactive games planned, in addition to two birthday party rooms. Mr.
Thorp explained his concept is to reduce the amount of video games and move to
"interactive games" such as basketball hoop shoots and air hockey.
Councilmember Brothers asked if the applicant was adding to the building, or
utilizing the existing building. Mr. Thorp answered, he is using the existing
building in an area behind the store where Mr. Massey stored his groceries.
Councilmember Borden asked Mr. Thorp to define interactive games. Mr. Thorp
answered, interactive games include T -ball and wacky gator which are designed for
kids rather than what we commonly know as coin operated video games. He said
interactive games are classified as video games.
Councilmember Haugen questioned Mr. Thorp's future plans with regard to other
modifications. Mr. Thorp explained his plans under consideration at this time, and
concluded that he ultimately plans to reduce the number of coin operated video
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games. When he first opened, he said, business hours ran until 11:00 p.m., and now
run until 9:00 p.m. Mr. Thorp explained he found later hours attracted a different
growd. His intent is to keep his business family oriented.
Councilmember Burns moved to close the public hearing.
Councilmember Borden.
Second by
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Prior to his motion, Councilmember Burns told Mr. Thorp that he likes video games.
Councilmember Burns moved to approve an amendment to Ordinance No. 4535 that
would allow for 70 amusement devices; and, to instruct the City Attorney to prepare
the necessary ordinance. Second by Councilmember Borden.
Under discussion, Council member Brothers said, he likes video games too.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
B. Audience Participation
Mayor Booth invited citizens in the audience to make any comments or suggestions they
wished to bring to the attention of the City Council.
Raymond Richcreek - 1225 Harvey Road, Auburn W A
Raymond Richcreek explained his house is the first house south of the Elks Club on
Harvey Road. Mr. Richcreek addressed a concern with regard to Auburn City Code
Chapter 18.50, Landscaping and Screening which is being interpreted and enforced upon
his neighbors, Cascade Athletic Club. He said Cascade Athletic Club is required to put
up a 6-foot screening fence across the north side of his house and down the west side.
Mr. Richcreek submitted pictures showing the obstruction of his picture window, and the
existing fences have that have not been maintained. Mr. Richcreek has maintained parts
of the fence for the last four years.
Last week, Mr. Richcreek raised his concern with City staff to no avail. Mr. Richcreek
feels the lack of fence maintenance promotes a fire hazard, and a habitat for varmints,
rats, and other rodents. Mr. Richcreek referred to a conversation with a Police
Department Crime Stoppers representative, and it was suggested that shrubs which
obstruct views be moved away from a house.
Mr. Krauss reported that Cascade Athletic Club is putting up the fence because they want
to and not because the City is asking them to.
Mayor Booth recommended this item be referred to the appropriate department for a
thorough review and staff recommendation.
Mr. Richcreek also said he asked to see the approved landscaping plan that surrounds his
property, and was told by City staff it was not available. He found this highly irregular
given it is a public document.
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C. Correspondence
1. A Notice of Public Hearing sent to Don Torcaso was returned with a hand written
note supporting Application No. CUP0007 -91, Auburn Family Sports Center's
request to increase the number of mechanical amusement devices from 40 to 70.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Municipal Services
A3.6.4.4
Chair Brothers reported the Municipal Services Committee met this afternoon at 4:30 p.m.
and the topics of discussion were Resolution No. 2537 pertaining to water rights,
Resolution No. 2539 pertaining to revisions of an ongoing contract between the City and
the State Parks and Recreation, quarterly report from the City's Cable TV consultant,
surplus of bicycles, report on fireworks during the 4th of July, and tabled one item due to
the lack of time. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 1, 1994 at
4:30 p.m.
B. Planning & Communitv Development
A3.6.4.4
Chair Burns reported the Planning and Community Development Committee met on July
11, 1994, and there were a number of items presented and discussed by the Committee
which are matters of public record and are part of the minutes of the meeting. Chair
Burns asked for support of those items as they appear on tonight's agenda. Chair Burns
said the next meeting will be held one week from this evening (July 25, 1994) at 7:30
p.m..
C. Public Works
A3.6.4.4
Chair Wagner briefed the Council on recommendations of the Public Works Committee
that met on Monday, July 11, 1994 to discuss items on the agenda such as signal
interconnect program, six year street plan to finalize as brought forward to a public
hearing this evening, right of way use permits for Supermall traffic improvements, and a
payback agreement. Chair Wagner stated the Public Works Committee will meet on July
11, 1994 at 5:30 p.m.
D. Finance
A3.6.4.4
Vice Chair Brothers reported the Finance Committee met today at 7:00 p.m. to discuss
claims in the amount of $1,302,807.76, and payroll vouchers in the amount of
$891,952.42. Vice Chair Brothers said the next meeting of the Finance Committee is
scheduled for Monday, August 1, 1994 at 7:00 p.m.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. Minutes of the June 28, 1994 Special Council meeting.
2. Minutes of the July 5, 1994 regular Council meeting.
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B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claim numbers 93811 through 94110 in the amount of $1,302,807.76 and dated July
18, 1994.
2. Payroll numbers 205854 through 206433 in the amount of $891,952.42 covering the
period of June 30, 1994 through July 8, 1994.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Project No. 511
04.10.2
Recommend the City Council award the contract for PR 511, Traffic Signal
Interconnect and Contract No. 94-02, to Totem Electric of Tacoma, Inc., for their
low bid of $405,949.18.
2. Public Works Project No. 522
F5.4.4, 04.9.1 B Street/Back Side Main St
Request permission to advertise for bids for PR 522 and Contract 94-08, for
improvements located at B Street Southeast and the back side of businesses on Main
Street.
3. Public Works Project No. 536
04.6.3
City Council request to approve Pay Estimate No.2 - Final to Gelco Services for
PR 536, 1993 Sewer Relining Project in the amount of $10,857.67.
D. Utili tv Billing Ad iustments
F4.5.2
1. Recommend Council to approve an utility bill adjustment to account 2.60.5958 in
the amount of $986.04.
E. SUrPlus Propertv
F4.6.l
Recommend the listed unclaimed property as surplus and to be donated to Auburn
Optimist Club.
93-110085 Univega Safariten 27" 10 speed #312922
93-110093 Kent Boys Blue 20" #W8207144CE
93-110132 Columbia #91550012
93-110204 Royce Union Boys 20"
93-110207 Free Spirit Flower Power #502479960
93-110236 Huffy Thunder BMX boys #C8300320313
93-110384 Sears Freespirit 26" Mens 3 spd #502473970
93-110389 Murray Obsession girls 26" lOspd
93-110559 Green 18 speed
93-110686 Magna BMX 20" #Y491092529
93-110574 Magna black and silver BMX
93-120074 Schwinn mens 10 spd blue #918434
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93-120075 Schwinn Suburban gils #DP574332
93-120164 Tiger man 10 speed blue
93-120173 Raleigh Ladies 27" 10spd orange
93-120364 Adventurer Roadmaster boys 20" BMX #R9566714
93-120755 Huffy racing 30 red male 20" #H05386A 71
93-060479 Schwinn girls 10 spd
94-2009 Motobe boys 10 spd purple Ser #unk
94-000111 Huffy White Heat 12 spd 24" wheel
94-000238 Chrome 20" boys
94-000299 Murray 10 spd boys #7040126872
94-00361 Huffy ST200 Boys #HC798995 94-000383 Huffy OmnilO #H03250289
94-000518 Free Spirit Sunbird Mens #SK40503l502
94-000576 Huffy girls 10spd #93293
94-00670 Columbia 10 spd
94-00846 Huffy White Heat boys 24" 392751HUFFY34530
94-000870 Huffy Thunderidge 26" #91500HUFFY46540
94-000870 Huffy Stone Mount 26" #668l9l68226HC2044
94-001404 Murray Rally Outbound 21" #40779318
94-001404 Huffy Scout Mens 10 spd #HC3314945
94-001755 Huffy Boys 20" 5spd #HC1553072
94-002012 GT Talera 26" 21spd #T89l0 8381
94-002237 Clubman Yellow boys 10spd
94-002446 Kent Lil' Rainbow #W886078326
93-100094 Huffy 10spd #80558HUFFY 487948
93-100140 Raleigh Capri 10spd #7 A03868
93-100176 AMF Nimble Women's 3 speed
93-100449 20" multi colored
93-100615 foremost 3spd mens 24"
93-100707 Sears Freespirit Women's #70953-505473490
93-100768 Kent Enforcer Mens 20" BMX 5 spd
93-100771 Norco Micro Mountain 10spd #A900833666
93-100789 Huffy USA Red/Black #94 1 7HUFFY 4322
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns, to approve Consent
Agenda Items IV.A through IV.E.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
At the July 5, 1994 regular Council meeting, Resolution No. 2537 was referred to the Municipal
Services Standing Committee of the Council. Mayor Booth read the title to Resolution No. 2537
out loud.
A. Resolution No. 2537
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute an application for change in place of use of water right
with he State of Washington Department of Ecology to identify retail and wholesale
services areas.
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It was moved by Councilmember Brothers for the adoption of Resolution No. 2537.
Second by Councilmember Wagner.
Under discussion, Assistant City Attorney, Judy Ausman, mentioned at the Municipal
Services Committee the motion included the application with accepted language.
Councilmember Wagner requested a short presentation by the Public Works Director Frank
Currie with regard to water rights. Frank Currie briefly explained the purpose of making
this application to the state is for the state to determine whether the change in use is
consistent with the state mandate in regional planning and in cooperation between local
governments. Mr. Currie's comments were illustrated on a screen overhead. He said the
application approval conveys with it a permissive, not mandatory, allocation which allows
us to sell water service to others, but does not require it. Mr. Currie stated allocation
parameters are subject to interlocal agreements which will determine the amount, cost and
conditions of delivery, that the application is consistent with Auburn's Ground Water
Supply Study. Water rights and capacity are the two major issues. Mr. Currie said the
water belongs to the state, not the City.
Illustrating his comments with regard to water capacity in Auburn, Mr. Currie referred to
graphs showing average day, peak day, and capacity. Mr. Currie reported an average day
demand on water and peak day water demands. He also projected the capacity of the
aquifer from 40 million gallon per day up to 80 million gallons per day. He noted the
City's peak usage is equals 10 million gallons. Mr. Currie concluded his remarks by
stating, the City is applying to State to extract the water from the aquifer that sits beneath
Auburn in order to be in control of service demands, and to keep our water rates low.
Otherwise, he said, someone else could apply to the state for the same water rights to
extract and sell the service which would result in a greater expense to our citizens.
Councilmember Haugen raised questions with regard to what the City will do with the
revenue derived from providing water service, and if older water lines in Auburn would
benefit. Mr. Currie acknowledged that City funds should not be used in development of
a new water system because we are providing the service. His idea is to have someone
come in and develop our system to meet the City's need and the developer's need. The
cost to develop lines in order to sell water service to other jurisdications would be made
up in the price of providing it. In answer to Councilmember Haugen's question with
regard to older water lines, Mr. Currie pointed out there is an annual water maintenance
program that identifies and replaces older lines.
Councilmember Borden raised a question regarding how much water is in the aquifer.
Frank Currie discussed how a geologist makes a determination. He explained the geology
of the ground surrounding the confined aquifer located in Auburn, and illustrated the
placement of wells. The geologist estimated there is 40-80 million gallons of water a day
in this aquifer before the City drilled production wells.
To ensure the City's rights are maintained, Judy Ausman recommended the language
included in the Resolution, be included on the application even though it is referenced in
Resolution No. 2537. Judy Ausman read the language to be added to the application, "by
filing of this application, the City in no way waives any of its rights to its existing water
rights or the seniority thereof", as contained in the resolution. Judy Ausman offered the
Council the option of carrying the motion over to the next Council meeting, or
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withdrawing the motion and bringing it up again at the next Council meeting. It was
pointed out that Resolution No. 2537 was not in the packet this evening, however, it was
presented at the last Council meeting and copies were provided to each Councilmember
prior to the meeting this evening by Mr. Currie.
The preference of Councilmembers Brothers and Burns is to handle the resolution tonight.
City Clerk Robin Wohlhueter was asked to repeat the motion. Ms. Wohlhueter read the
motion, "Motion by Councilmember Brothers, second by Councilmember Burns to approve
Resolution No. 2537 with additional language". Councilmember Brothers asked if the
additional language should be stipulated? Councilmember Kurle felt it should be
stipulated.
Judy Ausman restated, the language would be similar to, the City, by filing of this
application, in no way waives any of its existing City water rights or any of its seniority
water rights. As makers of the motion, Councilmembers Brothers and Wagner concurred
with the added language to the motion.
Mayor Booth called for a vote.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
VI. NEW BUSINESS - None.
VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 4688
A3.5.5.18, 01.2, 03.4.2.1.2
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, repealing
paragraphs A and B of Section 18.52.080, Auburn Municipal Code, which had
required the payment of a fee for each parking space required and adding a
provision to provide for execution of a Non-Remonstrance Agreement in lieu of
parking.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to introduce
and adopt Ordinance No. 4688.
At the request Councilmember Kurle, Frank Currie described what eventually could
happen should agreements be signed and the need for additional parking downtown
is addressed. He said, by having non-remonstrance agreements on file will ensure
property owner participation in future LID's to construct parking spaces. Paul
Krauss pointed out that representatives of the Auburn Downtown Association have
addressed the parking problems in downtown especially with older buildings where
there are mandated parking problems. He felt citizens will be better served if the
city's can address the parking needs downtown with the option of using a
public/private approach, and this ordinance affords that opportunity.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 2539
02.3
A Resolution of the City Council of thr 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. 2539.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
2. Resolution No. 2540
A3.3.1, A3.13.8
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
the City to execute a Developer/Local Agency Agreement No. UC3098 between the
City, Hapsmith Development Corporation and the Washington State Department of
Transportation to allow the Supermall of the Great Northwest to work within the
State's right-of-way for traffic signal improvements and related work at SR
l67/l5th Street SW interchange MP 13.85.
Motion by Council member Wagner, second by Councilmember Kurle to adopt
Resolution No. 2540.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
3. Resolution No. 2542
A3.l3.9
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Payback Agreement between the City and
Gordon S. McLaren and Pam McLaren.
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Burns to adopt
Resolution No. 2542.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
4. Resolution No. 2543
A3.13.9
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Payback Agreement between the City and
the Wright Group.
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Kurle to adopt
Resolution No. 2543.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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5. Resolution No. 2544
PL T0002-89R Sunning Hills
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
and approving the extension of the preliminary plat of "Sunning Hills", for an
additional year.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to adopt
Resolution No. 2544.
MOTION CARRIED. 5-1 with Councilmember Brothers voting no.
6. Resolution No. 2545
04.9.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, adopting the
1995-2000 revisions and extensions of the Comprehensive Street program of the City
of Auburn pursuant to R.C.W. Chapter 35.77 of the laws of the state of Washington.
Motion by Council member Wagner, second by Councilmember Burns to approve
Resolution No. 2545.
MOTION CARRIED. 5-1 with Council member Haugen voting no.
VIII. MA YOR'S REPORT
Mayor Booth encouraged Councilmembers to submit their comments regarding the draft
summary provided by Dr. Pendleton of the June 4, 1994 Council Workshop.
Discussion centered around the next Council Workshop scheduled for August 24th and August
25th. The workshop on August 24th will be at 6:30 p.m. It was suggested to check to see if
Trotters conference room is available for that evening. Councilmember Haugen asked for a
report on the current cost of the workshop.
A. Executive Session - None.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
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