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Home My WebLink About03-20-1995 CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES March 20, 1995 7:30 p.m. CALL A. Co TO ORDER Fla,q Salute Mayor Booth called the meeting to order at 7:34 p.m. and led those in attendance in the pledge of allegiance. 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, and Stacey Brothers. Councilmember Don Kurle was excused. Staff members present included Police Chief Dave Purdy, Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Personnel Director Brenda Kennedy, Parks and Recreation Director Len Chapman, Deputy Finance Director Arlene Mempa, Public Works Director Frank Currie, Utilities Engineer Dwight Holobaugh, Personnel Analyst Dan Watts, Planning and Community Development Director Paul Krauss, Senior Planner Lynn Rued, Associate Planner Bill Mandeville, City Attorney Michael J. Reynolds, City Clerk Robin Wohlhueter, and Deputy City Clerk Dani Daskam. Announcements and Appointments 1. Announcements a) Proclamations A1.8 (1) Mayor Booth read a proclamation declaring May 22, 1995 as "National Maritime Day" in the City of Auburn. Page1 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 II. (2) Mayor Booth read in part a proclamation declaring March 27 through March 31, 1995 as "Purchasing Week". b) Mayor Booth introduced Mr. Jim Farrell, Auburn High School teacher, who in turn introduced the following Civics students in the audience observing the Council meeting: Brent Bagley, Ruth Gordon, Desiree Semanski, Alexandra Semanski, and Robert Ryan. (The introductions occurred after Item Number III.D of these minutes.) 2. Appointments - None. Agenda Modifications Agenda modifications include the March 13, 1995 Public Works Committee meeting minutes transmitted under Item Number III.C of these minutes, and a request to award Contract No. BG9410 to Pacific Homes, Inc., for their Iow bid of $58,685.00 plus Washington sales tax for the acquisition of a modular home for the Aubum/YVVCA Homeless Family Stabilization Project transmitted under Item Number IV.C.8 of these minutes. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE A. Public Hearings Application Number ANX0002-94 03.1 ANX0002-94 The request of petitioning property owners for annexation of a 20-acre parcel located south of 277th, west of Auburn Way North, east of "B" Street N.W., and north of 280th, to the City of Auburn. Mayor Booth opened the public hearing and requested testimony on Application Number ANX0002-94. Don Schnit.qerl 8111 South 277th1 Mr. Schnitger stated he owns the property at 8111 South 277th, and he is opposed to annexation. Mr. Schnitger stated there are a number of issues that need to be solved prior to annexation. Mr. Schnitger stated his property is in Page 2 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 199.~ line of a widening project, and there is a drainage problem in the area of his property. Mr. Schnitger stated the information he received from the City indicates his taxes will go down after annexation. Mr. Schnitger also stated the information he received from the City stated the property may be rezoned to light industrial or commercial in the future, and he wondered how the proposed new zoning would affect his taxes. Mr. Schnitger expressed concern with the status of his property should the remaining 20-acre parcel be developed with warehouses. Mr. Schnitger stated he prefers to remain in unincorporated King County. Senior Planner Lynn Rued explained the property would assume the City's R-1 single family zone upon annexation. Mr. Rued added the property is illustrated on the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map as being appropriate for light industrial uses and commercial uses along Auburn Way North. Mr. Rued stated the City is not proposing to change the zoning at this time, but a rezone could occur as a result of either an application by the property owners or by the City on an area-wide zoning basis. Mr. Rued explained the property tax rate is not affected by zoning, and tax assessments and property valuations are performed by King County. Mr. Schnitger stated the 277th widening project will require taking part of his property, and he would prefer to stay in unincorporated King County. There were no further requests to speak regarding Application Number ANX0002-94. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Brothers to close the public hearing. Councilmember Borden asked if the widening of 277th is planned regardless of annexation of the property. Public Works Director Currie stated widening of 277th is anticipated whether the property is annexed or not, and is planned as a joint effort by King County, the City of Kent, and the City of Auburn. Page 3 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 III. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Wagner to approve the annexation and to instruct the Planning Department to prepare the Notice of Intention to be forwarded to King County Boundary Review Board. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0. B. Audience Participation Paul Wieser., 12637 SE Green Valley Road, Auburn. Mr. Wieser spoke with regard to the annexation of eight (8) single family residences on the hillside adjoining his property. Mr. Wieser stated his property is a farm located north of the proposed annexation and short plat area. Mr. Wieser stated he is concerned with protection of the hillside. He stated the hillside is a heavily wooded area which provides a large watershed area for his property. Mr. Wieser expressed concern with water supply contamination, and his hope that measures be undertaken to ensure a safe water supply. Mr. Wieser also stated the hillside needs protection from erosion. Mr. Wieser stated that since the short plat area was cleared last summer, several remaining trees on the top and on the hillside have been blown down. Mr. Wieser stated the trees provide a buffer zone and give him privacy and greater protection from intruders. He also stated he has ponds below the trees which provide a sanctuary for water fowl. Mr. Wieser requested as wide a buffer as possible across the hillside. Mr. Wieser stated the City Council needs to be aware the Growth Management Act provisions are intended to restore and protect farmlands, wetlands and forested areas. Mr. Wieser asked that the City keep the hillside attractive and provide a decent buffer zone. C. Correspondence - None. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS Municipal Services Chair Brothers reported the Municipal Services Committee met this afternoon at 4:30 p.m. and considered the surplus of fire equipment Page 4 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 Bo and discussed the bid opening for the remodel of the Municipal Services Building. The next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for Monday, April 3, 1995, at 4:30 p.m. Plannin,q & Community Development Chair Burns reported the Planning and Community Development Committee met Tuesday, March 14, 1995 at 5:30 p.m.,, and the minutes are a matter of public record. Chair Burns stated the items from the Planning and Community Development Committee appearing on tonight's agenda were unanimously approved by the Committee. Chair Burns assured the City Council that Agenda Item Number IV.C.8 regarding the Auburn/YWCA Homeless Family Stabilization Project, transmitted by Agenda Modification, was unanimously approved by the Committee, and urged the Council's support. The next regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, March 28, 1995 at 5:30 p.m. Chair Burns noted the Planning and Community Development Committee will return to meeting on the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 7:30 p.m. beginning in April. Public Works Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee met on March 13, 1995, and met an attorney who is a specialist on water rights, and who the Committee is recommending the City engage as a consultant to the City's Legal Department. Chair Wagner stated it is important to have the expertise on board as the City is making many changes with regard to water rights. Chair Wagner also reported the Committee approved calling for proposals for the lease of property at the Airport, considered several contract administration items, approved a major purchase for storm water management in the north-central part of the city, and received another presentation on Level of Service for traffic. Chair Wagner stated the Public Works Committee scheduled another meeting for Tuesday, March 21, at 4:30 p.m. to further consider Level of Service for traffic, but that meeting has been canceled and will hopefully be rescheduled for the following week. The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for March 27, 1995 at 5:30 p.m. Finance Chair Barber reported the Finance Committee met this evening at 7:00 p.m. and considered surplus items consisting of computer hardware and software and requested a determination on whether Page 5 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 IV. the items can be donated to a specific charity or must be offered at auction. Chair Barber also requested Council support of the claims and payroll vouchers as they appear later in tonight's agenda. The next meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for Monday, April 3, 1995 at 7:00 p.m. CONSENT AGENDA Minutes 1. Minutes of the March 6, 1995 regular Council meeting. B. Vouchers F4.9.2, F4.9.5 Claims check numbers 100074 through 100480 in the amount of $1,824,557.41 dated March 20, 1995. Claim check numbers 100117-100137 are voided. Payroll check numbers 213491 to 213858 in the amount of $707,682.45 and Direct Payroll Deposit transmissions in the amount of $151,552.41 for a grand total of $859,234.86 for the pay period covering March 8, 1995 to March 14, 1995, and dated March 20, 1995. C. Contract Administration Public Works Contract No. 95-01 O4.9.1 PR 523, F2.4.9 LID 348 Award Public Works Contract No. 95-01, Main Street Improvements, to Northwest Cascade on their Iow bid of $749,491.52. Public Works Contract No. 95-04 O4.9.1 PR 555 Award Public Works Contract No. 95-04, 1995 Channelization Program, to Apply-A-Line, Inc. on their Iow bid of $27,618.10. Public Works Contract No. 93-03 O4.8.1 PR 504 Approve Change Order No. 2 to Shoreline Construction for Public Works Contract No. 93-03, 1993 Local Storm Page 6 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 Improvement (Janssen's Addition), PR 504, in the amount of $22,755.25. Public Works Contract No. 93-03 O4.8.1 PR 504 Approve Pay Estimate No. 7, Final to Shoreline Construction for Public Works Contract No. 93-03, 1993 Local Storm Improvement (Janssen's Addition), PR 504, in the amount of $24,505.41. Public Works Contract No. 93-14 O4.9.1 PR 5O7 Approve Change Order No. 2 to R. W. Scott Construction for Public Works Contract No. 93-14, Auburn Way South, 4th Street S.E. to 6th Street S.E./BNRR Bridge Replacement, PR 507, in the amount of $56,993.70. Public Works Contract No. 94-08 O4.9.1 PR 522 Approve Change Order No. 1 to R. W. Scott Construction for Public Works Contract No. 94-08, Downtown ("B" Street) Pedestrian Plaza, PR 522, in the amount of $13,131.90. Auburn Municipal Golf Course O4.4.7.1 Award Contract No. 95-02, Auburn Municipal Golf Course Pumping System Improvement, PR 554, to Lakevue Construction on their Iow bid of $114,700.00. Auburn/YVVCA Homeless Family Stabilization Proiect. Award Contract No. BG9410 to Pacific Homes Inc., for their Iow bid of $58,685.00 plus Washington sales tax for the acquisition of a modular home for the Auburn/YWCA Homeless Family Stabilization Project. Surplus Property Fire Department Request permission to surplus the following described equipment: 0012200041 Butterfly valve keys 0012200141 Valve 0012200060 Butterfly Valve 0012200061 Butterfly Valve Page 7 City of Auburn Council Meetin,q Minutes March 20, 1995 0012200105 Generator Onah 0012200056 Generator Kohler 0012200035 Generator Universal 0012200053 26' ladder 1030000142 Ramp 1030000141 Tac/Tec 0012200158 K-12 Saw kit 0012200031 30' ladder 0012200100 35' ladder 0012200097 Ladder 0012200099 Ladder 1040000074 Epson Sheet Feeder 0012200276 Hayes Modem 0012200273 Hayes Modem 1040000145 Modem 1040000071 Disk drive 1040000069 Sheet Feeder 0013200243 Monitor 0012200298 Desk Computer 0012200175 Motorola radio 1040000089 Radio 1040000087 Radio 1010000093 Motorola Phone 1040000178 Comm Equip 0012200299 Radio 1040000046 Radio 0012200088 Radio 0012200282 Radio 0012200301 Radio 0012200109 Radio 0012200114 Radio 0012200121 Radio 0012200122 Radio 0012200123 Radio 0012200124 Radio 0012200134 Radio 0012200142 Radio 0012200160 Radio 0012200027 Radio 0012200028 Radio 0012200050 Radio 0012200051 Radio 0012200070 Radio Page 8 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 0012200071 0012200094 0012200108 0012200138 0012200135 0012200217 0012200270 0012200263 Radio Radio Radio Plectron Rec Radio Canon Copier Okidata printer Modem Finance Department Request permission to surplus the following described computer software and hardware: 103-156 Excell 104-078 Epson 32-226 Ace 32-205 Micro Turbo 14-174 American XT 17-115 Hard Disk Segagte 11-048 IBM-XT 32-197 Corona Portable 430-403 Sperry 431-401 Sperry 32-225 Maxar Atlas GIS Software Call for Hearinq Application No. REZ0001-95 03.8 REZ0001-95, Connie Beckman City Council to schedule a public hearing to be held April 3, 1995 on the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the request of Connie Beckman to rezone property located at 3209 Auburn Way South from CN, Neighborhood Commercial, to C-1, Light Commercial. 1995 Community Development Block Grant Projects F5.4.3 City Council to call for a public hearing to be held April 3, 1995 regarding the use of $418,000 in 1995 Community Development Block Grant Funds. Page 9 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, t995 Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Brothers to approve Consent Agenda Item Numbers IV.A. 1 through V.E.2. MOTION CARRIED. 5-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The City Council, at the regular meeting of March 6, 1995, approved the proposed amended preliminary plats for Divisions 9, 10, 12, and 13, and continued Division 14 to the next meeting. Application No. PLT0005-90 & PLT0006-90 03.5 PLT0005-90, 03.5 PLT0006-90 The request of Henderson Development, Inc., to amend the plat applications to allow for changes in street and lot layouts in order to accommodate the construction of the 211-1ot single family subdivision located in Divisions 9, 10, 12,13 and 14 of Lakeland Hills. VI. Bo Application No. MIN0001-90 03.10.3 MIN0001-90 The request of Henderson Development, Inc., to amend the mining permit to allow an additional 222,000 cubic yards of material to be excavated in order to accommodate the construction of the 21 l-lot single family subdivision located in Divisions 9, 10, 12,13, and 14 of Lakeland Hills. Mayor Booth announced the above unfinished business will be carried over to the next City Council meeting. NEW BUSINESS Councilmember Haugen stated she received a letter from Sandra Shively, which the Mayor and other City Councilmembers should have a received a copy. Councilmember Haugen asked if it is appropriate for her to receive information about the Auburn Downtown Association. Mayor Booth indicated Councilmember Haugen could receive the information. Mayor Booth also stated the information contained in Ms. Shively's letter is not correct as there is no City Councilmember or employee representative on the Auburn Downtown Association Board of Directors. Page 10 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Ordinances Ordinance No. 4731 A.3.3.5.12, 04.4.9 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, adding a new section 12.56.048 to the Auburn City Code which adopts RCW 14.08.122 by reference entitled "Regulations for Airport Rental and Use and Collection of Charges Contained in RCW 14.08.122 Adopted--Copies Filed and Authenticated" to Chapter 12.56 entitled "Airport". Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Burns to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4731. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0. Ordinance No. 4732 03.10.3 MIN0001-90 An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, approving amendments to the Surface Mining Permit to allow additional excavation of material to accommodate the construction of Lakeland Hills Divisions 9, 10, 12, and 13 within the Lakeland Hills Development located south of the Stuck River within the City of Auburn, Washington. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4732. MOTION CARRIED. 5-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no. B. Resolutions Resolution No. 2609 O5.1 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 Concessionaire Agreement Page 11 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 between the City and the Auburn Optimist Club for the concession operation at the Game Farm Park ballfields. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Haugen to adopt Resolution No. 2609. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0. Resolution No. 2610 O5.1 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 Concessionaire Agreement between the City and the Kiwanis of Auburn for the concession operation at the Brannan Park ballfields. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to adopt Resolution No. 2610. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0. Resolution No. 2616 A3.17, 04.4.9 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing advertisement for Requests for Proposals from potential developers to lease approximately 3.385 acres of City property located north of the Airport office on "E" Street N.E. for a project which would attract new aviation related businesses to the field. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second Councilmember Burns to adopt Resolution No. 2616. by Councilmember Brothers asked the status of the Auburn Airport Master Plan. Planning and Community Development Director Paul Krauss advised the Airport Master Plan has been reviewed by the Airport Advisory Board and the Public Works Committee, and both have found the Plan acceptable. Mr. Krauss further stated the Federal government does not require full Council action, but Mr. Krauss offered to make a presentation to the full Council. Page 12 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 Councilmember Brothers stated that although Resolution 2616 deals with only a small portion of the Airport expansion, the Airport Master Plan should have the support of the full Council before proceeding. Councilmember Brothers stated he is hesitant to vote in favor of Resolution 2616 because he has some reservations as to what the future of the Airport should be in terms of its usage, the number of aircraft utilizing it, and the residential neighborhoods near the Airport. Councilmember Wagner stated he is not opposed to a review of the Master Plan. Councilmember withdrew his motion for adoption of Resolution No. 2616. Mayor Booth requested a presentation on the Airport Master Plan at the next regular Council meeting. Resolution No. 2618 A3.12.5 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 and Thomas G. Mortimer, Jr., Attorney at Law, for providing legal services relating to the City's municipal water rights. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second Councilmember Burns to adopt Resolution No. 2618. by Councilmember Haugen stated she will vote no on Resolution 2618 as she has faith in the City Attorney, and believes he can perform the legal services related to municipal water rights. Councilmember Wagner stated this request is not a reflection on the City Attorney's capabilities, but makes good business sense to seek additional advice. Councilmember Wagner stated municipal water rights is a very specialized area of law, and there is a lot of activity in the State government now with respect to water rights. Councilmember Brothers stated he agreed with Councilmember Wagner. Councilmember Brothers stated Page 13 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 water rights is a very specialized area, and the more expertise the City can obtain, the better it will be for the citizens. MOTION CARRIED. 5-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no. Resolution No. 2619 O4 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the City of Auburn to enter into a Professional Service Contract with INCA Engineers, Inc., for engineering/surveying services for 1995. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second Councilmember Burns to adopt Resolution No. 2619. by MOTION CARRIED. 5-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no. Resolution No. 2620 A3.13.4, 04.8 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor of the City of Auburn to execute Purchase and Sale Agreement, Deed of Trust and Note with Crista Ministries relating to the North Central Basin Improvements Project. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second Councilmember Burns to adopt Resolution No. 2620. by MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0. Resolution No. 2621 03.5 PLT0001-95 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, approving the preliminary plat of an 8-lot single-family subdivision located northeasterly of the Chinook Elementary School, within the City of Auburn, Washington. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Wagner to adopt Resolution No. 2621. Page 14 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 Councilmember Haugen asked if some of the area below the hillside is designated rural or agricultural. Senior Planner Rued stated the King County Plan that was recently adopted indicates this location as the urban/rural boundary at the city limits; the City has the urban designation and the County has the rural designation. Mr. Rued stated the City cannot annex into a rural area. Councilmember Haugen asked if the City has control over cutting the trees on the property once it has been sold to single family residence owners. Senior Planner Rued stated there is a specific condition placed on the plat and the environmental review that requires a 25-foot wide native growth protection easement and will be recorded on the final plat. MOTION CARRIED. 5-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no. Resolution No. 2622 03.5 PLT0005-90 and PLT0006-90 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending the preliminary plat of Lakeland Hills, Divisions #9, #10, #12, and #13 to allow for changes in street and lot layouts in order to accommodate the construction of the single family subdivision located within the Lakeland Hills Development located south of the Stuck River, within the City of Auburn, Washington. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Wagner to adopt Resolution No. 2622. MOTION CARRIED. 5-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no. Resolution No. 2623 A5.2.5 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an Interlocal Agreement for Landmark Services with King County. Page 15 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes March 20, 1995 Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Haugen to adopt Resolution No. 2623. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0. MAYOR'S REPORT Executive Session Mayor Booth recessed the Council meeting to Executive Session at 8:13 p.m. in order to discuss litigation and personnel matters for approximately 30 minutes. IX. ADJOURNMENT The Mayor reconvened the regular meeting at 10:17 p.m. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting adjourned at 10:17 p.m. Charles A. Booth, Mayor 95M3-20 Robin Wohlhueter, City Clerk Page 16