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CITY OF AUBURN
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Monday, August 1, 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, Jeanne Barber, Stacey
Brothers, and Don Kurle. Staff members present included Parks and Recreation Director
Len Chapman, Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Police Captain Ray Sherman, Planning and
Community Director Paul Krauss, Associate Planner Bill Mandeville, Public Works
Director Frank Currie, City Engineer Dennis Dowdy, Finance Director Victor Thompson,
Acting City Attorney Mike Reynolds, Assistant City Attorney Judy Ausman, Deputy City
Clerk Dani Daskam, and City Clerk Robin Wohlhueter.
C. Announcements and Aooointments
1. Announcements - None.
2. Aooointments - None.
D. Agenda Modifications
The modification read into the record by Mayor Booth is a letter dated July 26, 1994
addressed to Ladies and Gentlemen from a Longacres Lover with regard to the proposed
thoroughbred race track.
II. CITIZEN INPUT. PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings - None.
B. Audience Particioation
Mayor Booth invited citizens in the audience to make any comments or suggestions they
wished to bring to the attention of the City Council.
Tina Tiooett - 2212 0 Street N.E. #D, Auburn WA 98002
Tina Tippett introduced herself as a representative of the 62 residents living on '0' Street
N.E. They are petitioning the City of Auburn for speed bumps and signs stating
"Caution, Children At Play". A copy of the petition was filed with the City Council. Ms.
Tippett pointed out there are 64 children living on '0' Street N.E., and to her knowledge
no child has been hit. She expressed concern about exhibition speeders; those who speed
up while making a u-turn or making a turn. Ms. Tippett reported three vehicles have
been hit at the corner during the last six to nine months.
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Answering a question raised by Council member Haugen, Ms. Tippett explained most of
the 62 residents reside in three duplexes and four-plexes.
Councilmember Borden questioned the criteria used to authorize placement of speed
bumps and signs. Frank Currie answered, the City has a speed watch program to identify
potential speeding problems. Ms. Tippett stated the problem is not drivers who speed, it's
the exhibition drivers who speed. Mr. Currie referred to regulations published in a
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Device (MUTCD), a federal publication.
Mayor Booth asked the Public Works Department to review and respond to Ms. Tippett's
concern and request. Ms. Tippett said a meeting with City representative Steve' Mullen,
Traffic Engineer, is scheduled for Wednesday, August 3rd at Isaac Evans Park at 7:00
p.m.
Councilmember Brothers asked if posting a sign, such as "Our Children at Play" is
prohibited. Frank Currie answered posting a sign does not conform to standards in the
MUTCD and can be counter-productive. Councilmember Brothers felt posting a sign
reminds a driver of potential consequences. Regarding the use of signs for deaf children,
Councilmember Brothers asked why it is not be appropriate to post a sign for other
children. Mr. Currie stated Steve Mullen will review this case and make a
recommendation based upon standards published in the MUTCD.
Virginia Moses - 114 M Street S.E., Auburn W A
Referring to the Auburn Chamber Business Connection monthly newsletter, Mrs. Moses
expressed concern of an item apearing as part of the 1995-2000 City of Auburn Six Year
Street Improvement Program listed on page 3. Her concern centered around "M" Street
S.E. - East main to Auburn Way South widen from 2 to 4 lanes by taking 44 feet. Mrs.
Moses pointed out residents living in this area are all retired and cannot afford to move
because the City is taking their property to widen M street.
Councilmember Haugen agreed some street improvements damage residential property.
Responding to Mrs. Moses concern, Council member Wagner explained this issue, the Six
Year Street Plan, came before the Council at its last meeting. He said, as a receipient of
federal grant funds for street improvements, each year the City is required to prioritize its
street improvement needs. He said, just because they are listed, doesn't mean they will be
funded. Anticipated improvements to M Street S.E. from East Main to Auburn Way
South may happen in 1999. Having been on the Public Works Committee for eight years,
Councilmember Burns stated the Six Year Street Plan is reviewed annually. He said the
project Mrs. Moses is concerned with takes off street parking and turns it into 4-lanes;
there would not be any widening. Councilmember Burns defined the project as one that
would not take residential property from existing property owners along M Street S.E., but
would under the bridge where two lanes exist today. Mayor Booth invited Mrs. Moses to
the Public Works Department to take a look at the plans.
Mrs. Moses continued her remarks by stating she is opposed to the City selling or trading
its water supply, and wondered why the City isn't looking at a reduction in water rates
instead. Mayor Booth explained the cost in bringing water service to its residents. Even
during peak development of the area, Mayor Booth explained, keeping water rates down is
one of the reasons the City decided to apply to the State of Washington to sell wolesale
and retail water service. He pointed out the City does not own the water; the State does;
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and the City can sell the service to other jurisdications and water districts. Mayor Booth
reassured Mrs. Moses the water needs of the residents of Auburn will be satisfied.
Tina Tiooett - 2212 '0' Street N.E., Auburn
Councilmember Brothers asked that staff review the sign issue previously discussed by Ms.
Tippett that relates to exhibition drivers who speed through her neighborhood, and report
at the next Municipal Services Committee meeting. Councilmember Haugen described a
sign she saw on the Enumclaw highway, and explained the effect the sign had on her.
Mayor Booth explained this matter has been referred to the appropriate staff for
resolution. Frank Currie mentioned Traffic Engineer Steve Mullen is the expert in this
area, and he will work with the residents in solving the problem. Mr. Currie explained
Mr. Mullen will be looking at the Uniform Traffic Control Devices manual, a federal
publication incorporated into the state regulations. Council member Kurle does not feel it
is appropriate to engineer this problem on the Council floor. It should be referred to the
staff member who is the expert in this area.
Staff will be meeting with area residents on Wednesday, August 3rd at 7:00 p.m. at Isaac
Evans Park.
C. Corresoondence
Correspondence is noted under agenda modifications.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Municioal Services
A3.6.4.4
Chair Brothers reported the Municipal Services Committee met this afternoon at 4:30 p.m.
to discuss the Auburn Community Fund relating to solid waste. He said this item is
tabled for further discussion. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, August
15, 1994 at 4:30 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Develooment
A3.6.4.4
Chair Burns reported the Planning and Community Development Committee met on July
25, 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. The next meeting of the
Planning & Community Committee is scheduled for August 8, at 7:30 p.m..
C. Public Works
A3.6.4.4
Chair Wagner briefed the Council on the recommendations of the Public Works Committee
meeting held on Monday, July 25, 1994. He said discussion centered around Airport
Plans, proposed changes to the Storm Drainage Ordinance, construction update,
community development block grant money for the proposed sidewalk improvements, and
the award process for Public Works Project No. 522. Chair Wagner stated the Public
Works Committee will meet on August 8, 1994 at 5:30 p.m.
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D. Finance
A3.6.4.4
Chair Barber reported the Finance Committee met today at 7:00 p.m. to discuss claims in
the amount of $1,007,568.88, and payroll vouchers in the amount of $730,013.20. Chair
Barber said the next meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for Monday, August
15, 1994 at 7:00 p.m.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. Minutes of the July 18, 1994 regular Council meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claim numbers 94111 through 94459 in the amount of $1,007,568.88 and dated
August 1, 1994.
2. Payroll numbers 206434 through 206959 in the amount of $730,013.20 covering the
period of July 14, 1994 to July 22, 1994 and dated this 1st day of August, 1994.
C. Liauor License
A5.6.1
City Council to approve a Class E and Class F liquor license for Cost Cutter Foods located
at 1702 Auburn Way North.
D. Call for Public Hearing
1. Reallocation of Community Develooment Block Grant Funds
F5.4.3, 03.11.1
City Council to call for a public hearing to be held on August 15, 1994 with regard
to a reallocation of $25,000 of unused 1993 CDBG funds in the following manner:
Children's Home Society Modular Building Project - $12,500 and A YR Youth
Resource Center - $12,500.
2. 1994-1995 Auburn Downtown Association Budget
AI.I0
City Council to call for a public hearing to be held on August 15, 1994 in order to
receive public comment on the 1994-1995 Auburn Downtown Association Budget.
3. 1995 City of Auburn Budget
F3.9, 1995 Budget
City Council to call for a public hearing to be held on Tuesday, September 6, 1994
to receive public comment, proposals, and suggestions on matters for the City
Council and Mayor to consider during the preparation of the 1995 Budget.
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E. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Proiect No. 532
City Council to award PR 532, 8th St. Sewer Lift Station, Contract No. 93-09 to
Gary Harper Construction on their low bid of $64,995.31
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns, to approve Consent
Agenda Items IV.A.l through IV.E.I. With concurrence from Councilmember Kurle and
Councilmember Burns, Council member Brothers asked that Consent Agenda Item No.
IV.D.l be pulled from the agenda for discussion.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Consent Agenda Item IV.D.l is a call for a public hearing to be held on August 15, 1994
with regard to the reallocation of Community Development Block Grant Funds (CDBG).
Councilmember Brothers asked for a briefing from staff on this issue. Planning &
Community Development Director Paul Krauss responded the City Council granted
$25,000 in 1993 CDBG funds to St. Vincent DePaul. Because St. Vincent DePaul returned
the allocation, it is recommended the City reallocate the fund to the Childrens Home
Society and Auburn Youth Resources. Both recommendations are supported by the
Human Services Commission and the Planning & Community Develoopment Committee.
Motion by Councilmembers Brothers, second by Councilmember Haugen to approve
Consent Agenda Item IV.D.I.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None.
VI. NEW BUSINESS - None.
VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 4676
A3.8.14, A3.5.5.2
Ordinance No. 4676 amends Ordinance No. 821 and Auburn Municipal Code
Chapter 2.45 relating to the appointment of Planning Commission members.
Motion by Councilmember Burns second by Councilmember Barber to introduce and
adopt Ordinance No. 4676.
Under discussion Councilmember Kurle questioned a change on page two relating to
ex officio. Mike Reynolds responded, with adoption of this ordinance, it brings the
City into compliance with the standards of RCW 35A and gives the Council much
more latitude.
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Councilmember Brothers asked if residency is required to serve on this commission.
Mike Reynolds responded the residency requirement is a point of various boards
and commissions, and is handled at the level of confirmation and would not be part
of this ordinance.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Ordinance No. 4693
03.10.1 Application No. CUP0007-91
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending Ordinance No. 4535 to
allow 70 mechanical amusement devices as part of a family oriented sports theme
entertainment facility known as "Auburn Family Sports Center" located at 340 East
Main, with the city of Auburn.
Motion by Councilmember Burns second by Councilmember Borden to introduce
and adopt Ordinance No. 4693.
Under discussion, Councilmember Borden announced she will have a birthday party
at the Auburn Family Sports Center.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 2548
03.11.1
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 a King County Housing
opportunity Interlocal Cooperation Agreement to implement the City's Homeless
Family Stabilization project which is partially funded with King County Housing
Opportunity Funds.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to approve
Resolution No. 2548.
Under discussion, Councilmember Haugen raised a concern with regard to the size
and cost of the house. Associate Planner Bill Mandeville explained staff is currently
working on plans to build a modular home. He said the plans are available in the
Planning Department, and were prepared by Timberline Manufactured Homes. The
house will be approximately 20 feet wide, and 60 feet long. Staff will solicit
designs and proposals from manufactured home builders that will satisfy the City's
criteria.
Referring to the interlocal agreement, Councilmember Brothers, asked for a
definition of family, questioned the length of time a family can occupy the home,
and who will monitor the length of stay. Paul Krauss explained the home will
provide transitional housing for a family for up to 36 months, and the length of stay
is monitored by YWCA per the agreement. Mayor Booth stated the intent is to
provide a situation to stabilize the family to a point where they are expected to
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move into other housing. Regarding the definition of a family, Mike Reynolds
would not attempt to define the word 'family', in light of today's society.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1 with Councilmember Haugen voting no.
2. Resolution No. 2549
03.11.1
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 agreement for
professional services between the City and the YWCA for implementation of the
City's Homeless Family Stabilization project.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to adopt
Resolution No. 2549.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-1 with Councilmember Haugen voting
no.
VIII. MA YOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session
Mayor Booth announced there would be a brief Executive Sessions to discuss potential
litigation for approximately 20-25 minutes. While there may be potential action as a
result of the Executive Session, Mayor Booth recommended a recess at 8:13 p.m.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting reconvened at 9:33 p.m. There being no further business to come before the
Council, the meeting adjourned at 9:33 p.m.
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Robin Wohlhueter, City Clerk
Charles A. Booth, Mayor
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