HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-03-1995CITY OF AUBURN
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
April 3, 1995 7:30 p.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Fla.q Salute
Mayor Booth called the meeting to order at 7:30 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, Stacey Brothers and Don
Kurle.
Staff members present included Police Chief' Dave Purdy, Fire
Chief Bob Johnson, Personnel Director Brenda Kennedy, Parks
and Recreation Director Len Chapman, Finance Director Victor
Thompson, Public Works Director Frank Currie, Planning and
Community Development Director Paul Krauss, Senior Planner
Lynn Rued, Senior Planner Al Hicks, Associate Planner Bill
Mandeville, City Attorney Michael Reynolds, City Clerk Robin
Wohlhueter, and Deputy City Clerk Dani Daskam.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a)
Mayor Booth introduced Mr. Jim Farrell, Auburn High
School teacher, who in turn introduced the following
students in the audience observing the Council
meeting: Corey Martin, Michele Boyd, Bryan
Pellingriani, Kate Hamilton, Brent Bagley, Ben
Nelson, Mike Krueger, Tracy Pitzl, Wes LeFebvre,
Desiree Streminski, Josh Hicks, and Cam Snow.
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II.
2. Appointments
a)
Municipal Airport Advisory Board
A3.8
City Council confirmation on the nomination of Joe
DeJoie to the Municipal Airport Advisory Board filling
Bob Caldwell's unexpired term. Mr. DeJoie's term will
expire on December 31, 1995.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by
Councilmember Haugen to confirm the nomination of
Joe DeJoie to the Municipal Airport Advisory Board.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Agenda Modifications
Agenda modifications include a correction to the Administrative
Recommendation to Item No. II.A.2 of these minutes to add the
words "and to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4738 appearing
later in this agenda"; a request to award Public Works Contract
Number 95-01, Main Street Improvements transmitted under Item
No. IV.F.1 of these minutes; consideration of the City Attorney
Salary transmitted under Item IV.G of these minutes; transmits
Resolution Number 2616 under Unfinished Business Item V.C of
these minutes; transmits a correction to the title of Ordinance No.
4735 found under item VlI.A. 3 of these minutes; and transmits
Ordinance Number 4738 found under Item VlI.A.4 of these
minutes.
CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
Application No. REZ0001-95
03.8 REZ0001-95
The request of Connie Beckman to rezone property located
at 3209 Auburn Way South from CN, Neighborhood
Commercial, to C-1, Light Commercial zone.
Mayor Booth opened the public hearing and requested
testimony on Application Number REZ0001-95 beginning
with the staff report.
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Senior Planner Lynn Rued explained the subject property is
known as the "Jessie's Furniture" property located at 3209
Auburn Way South and is just over one-half acre in size.
Mr. Rued stated the property was designated and zoned
Neighborhood Commercial in 1987. The intent of the zoning
designation was to recognize the need for commercial
zoning in the area, but to control strip-type commercial
zoning eastward on Auburn Way South. Mr. Rued stated
over the years there has not been very many turnovers of
nonconforming uses to conforming Neighborhood
Commercial zone because of the restrictive uses of the
zone, restrictive setbacks, and the lack of flexibility for
commercial uses. Mr. Rued stated during the
Comprehensive Plan update, staff recommended, and the
Planning Commission has now recommended to the City
Council, the area, plus some adjoining property, be changed
from Neighborhood Commercial to general commercial
which is appropriate for C-1, Light Commercial, zoning. Mr.
Rued stated the C-1 zone will provide for more uses and
more flexibility than the CN, Neighborhood Commercial but
will still recognize the concern for avoiding commercial strip
zoning. Mr. Rued stated staff recommends approval of the
rezone, and the Planning Commission has considered the
issue and recommends approval of the rezone request.
Connie Beckman, 5630 Orca Drive NE, Tacoma, WA
Ms. Beckman indicated from the audience her support of the
rezone request.
(See Item II.B of these minutes for comments made by Ken
Minkler at this time.)
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember
Borden to close the public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember
Wagner to approve the rezone and Comprehensive Plan
map amendment based upon the Findings of Fact and
Conclusions as outlined; and, to instruct the City Attorney to
prepare the necessary Ordinance.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
1995-1996 Community Development Block Grant
F5.4.3
The City of Auburn expects to receive $418,000 in
Community Development Block Grant Funds for the 1995-
1996 program year. Citizens are encouraged to participate
in this public hearing to voice their opinion prior to the City
Council making a determination to the use of these funds.
Mayor Booth opened the public hearing and requested
Senior Planner Al Hicks to begin the testimony on the 1995-
96 Community Development Block Grant.
Senior Planner Hicks introduced Mike Jacobson, Chair of
the City's Human Services Committee. Mr. Jacobsen
presented the Committee's recommendation and explained
the funding allocation process. Mr. Jacobsen introduced
Pat Amata, Vice Chair of the Committee, and members
Barbara Cooksey and Arlista Holman. Mr. Jacobsen stated
other members of the Committee include Cyril Van Selus,
Annette Brice, Bill Donais, Joanne Walters, Lillian Kitchell,
and Joe Dillon. Mr. Jacobsen explained the Human
Services Committee reviews applications for funding
through the City's Community Development Block Grant
funds. Mr. Jacobsen reported this year the Committee
received 15-20 different applications for funding facilities,
services, and administration from various public service
agencies and the City. The Committee reviews the
applications and, utilizing the priorities established by the
Committee and the City, makes recommendations to the City
Council through the Planning and Community Development
Committee.
Councilmember Haugen noted $68,840 is recommended for
funding sidewalk improvements for improved pedestrian
access in Iow income areas. Councilmember Haugen asked
for furhter information on how these funds will be spent.
Senior Planner Hicks explained the money is used for
barrier removal, which is construction of wheelchair ramps,
or it used to pay for sidewalk improvements for Iow and
moderate income families.
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Councilmember Kurle, on behalf of the City Council, thanked
the members of the Human Services Committee for a job
well done.
Kathleen Johnson, Executive Director of ACAP Child and
Family Services, 1102 "J" Street S.E., Auburn, WA
Ms. Johnson thanked the Mayor and City Council for the
support the City has given ACAP. Ms. Johnson stated the
assistance offered by the City has enabled families to
continue to work, obtain affordable day care, and be
productive members of the community. Ms. Johnson stated
the Auburn community has always supported families and
children, and she and the families serviced by the ACAP
Program are very thankful.
Steve Bull, Auburn Community Health Centers, 105 "A"
Street S.W., Auburn, WA
Mr. Bull thanked the City Council for their continued support
of the Auburn Community Health Center. Mr. Bull stated the
Auburn Community Health Center has been in Auburn since
1981, and serves the medical needs of Iow-income and
other under-served populations of Auburn. The Auburn
Community Health Center provides medical services using a
family practice model including obstetric care. Mr. Bull
stated Auburn Community Health Center works closely with
other health care agencies to provide quality service to its
clients. He added the need for services is much greater
than Auburn Community Health Center's ability to provide
service. Last year, the Center was able to hire one
additional full-time physician whose patient panel was full
within three months. Mr. Bull stated the Center is recruiting
for another full-time position to meet the additional need.
Mr. Bull stated the Center is also attempting to reopen the
Community Dental Clinic in Auburn, hopefully later this year.
Mr. Bull added in light of the uncertain future of health care
reform, there may be a growing need for the Center's
services.
Councilmember Brothers questioned whether a
representative of the Northwest Aids Foundation was
present.
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Brian Giddens, Northwest AIDS Foundation, 127 Broadway
Avenue East, Seattle, WA
In response to questions from Councilmember Brothers, Mr.
Giddens stated the Northwest AIDS Foundation is serving
eight people with AIDS within the city limits of Auburn. Mr.
Giddens explained case managers act as care coordinators
to help coordinate needs for physician services, in-home
care, chore services, personal care, legal assistance, and
financial resources. Mr. Giddens stated Northwest AIDS
Foundation has one case manager dedicated to serving
South County clients and estimates the case manager will
serve approximately 10 people in Auburn over the course of
a year.
Mariah Ybarra, Regional Director for the South King County
YWCA, PO Box 881, Kent, WA, 98035
Ms. Ybarra thanked the City Council and community
members for their support of the YWCA over the past five
years. Ms. Ybarra stated the YWCA provides 10 units of
emergency and transitional housing for homeless families.
The YWCA offers stays in emergency shelter for
approximately 30 days and offers transitional stays for
families with children for up to 18 months. Ms. Ybarra stated
she is pleased with the allocation of $10,000 to the YWCA
as the allocation will serve the programs directly and will
also act as leverage for further funding. Ms. Ybarra
reported the YWCA served 33 households consisting of 128
individuals and 12,894 bed nights for homeless families
during 1994.
Richard Brua~er, 11244 S.E. 322nd Street, Auburn, WA
Mr. Brugger spoke on behalf of Auburn Youth Resources,
and thanked the City Council for the block grant money
allocated to the Auburn Youth Resources Youth Center
capital facility. Mr. Brugger stated there is significant need
for a youth center in the community. Mr. Brugger also stated
he is thankful for the services the City provides through its
Youth Coordinator. Mr. Brugger stated the top priority of the
Youth 2000 Committee several years ago was a youth
center, and the need for a youth center has not diminished.
Mr. Brugger announced there will be a dedication and open
house at the Severson House at 702 10th Street N.E. on
Sunday and invited the Council to attend. Mr. Brugger
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spoke in support of a dental clinic in Auburn for the
underprivileged, and spoke in support of the Community
Health Center's efforts to re-establish a dental clinic in
Auburn.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember
Wagner to close the public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember
Borden to approve the Human Services Committee
recommendations for the use of the 1995 Community
Development Block Grant monies, as well as the formula for
equitably reducing the amounts should there be a reduction
in the Community Development Block Grant from the federal
government as set forth in this evening's agenda program.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-~.
Audience Participation
Ken Minkler, 607 - 29th Street S.E., Auburn, WA
Mr. Minkler thanked the City for its street repair work.
Gordon Roach, 101 "H" Street S.E., Auburn, WA
Mr. Roach asked questions regarding the application for vacation
of an alley under Item VlI.B.2 of these minutes. Public Works
Director Currie stated tonight the City Council will consider setting
the date for the public hearing on the request to vacate the alley.
Mr. Roach asked if the alleyway will be given back to the property
owner. Mayor Booth responded the hearing will determine the
outcome of the request for vacation. Councilmember Kurle stated
a vacated alley is sold back to the property owner. Mr. Roach
expressed concern that the alley which his garage adjoins could be
vacated by other property owners thereby landlocking his garage.
Public Works Director Currie explained a street or alley vacation
requires a certain percentage of property owners abutting the
street or alley to petition for the vacation of the street or alley. Mr.
Currie estimated the required percentage to be over 50 percent.
Councilmember Brothers asked if 55 percent of neighbors
petitioned for vacation of an alley through the public hearing
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process, a property owner's garage could be landlocked if the
vacation occurred, and the vacated alley returned to the adjacent
property owners. Public Works Director Currie stated if the
property owner's access to his garage was limited to the alley only,
it is highly unlikely the vacation would occur. Mr. Currie stated it is
a City Council decision to vacate an alley or street.
Councilmember Haugen thanked Public Works Director Currie for
his comments.
John Versolenko, 15 "E" Street S.E., Auburn, WA
Mr. Versolenko expressed concern that the alley near his property
will be vacated to accommodate the construction of an apartment
complex without prior notice to him. Mayor Booth advised Mr.
Versolenko that a decision regarding the petition for vacation has
not yet been made. Public Works Director Currie advised the
application for vacation is for the west leg only, not for the alley
along Mr. Versolenko's property. Mr. Currie further advised Mr.
Versolenko will be notified of the hearing. In response to a
question from Mr. Versolenko, Public Works Director Currie
advised the proposed development is for senior housing.
Ken Colson, 1514 - 33rd Street S.E., Auburn, WA
Mr. Colson stated he supports the City's speed limits and
expressed concern with traffic speeds on "R" Street S.E. between
Auburn and the White (Stuck) River bridge. Mr. Colson stated he
has observed many speeders on "R" Street S.E. Mr. Colson stated
there are numerous families and children in the area who frequent
Game Farm Park. Mr. Colson stated at the intersection of 33rd
Street and "R" Street S.E., he saw six couples run across "R"
Street to avoid traffic which did not yield to the pedestrians. Mr.
Colson stated the speed limit should be enforced and/or reduced,
crosswalk and caution signs installed, and passing on the right
lane in front of Game Farm Park disallowed. Mr. Colson reported
that a State Patrol officer who lives on 36th Street S.E. used radar
to clock traffic near the White River bridge, and clocked individuals
speeding above 60 mph. Mr. Colson asked that something be
done to prevent an accident from occurring. Mayor Booth asked
that Mr. Colson speak with Police Chief Purdy to further detail his
concerns.
Councilmember Haugen asked Public Works Director Currie if the
City has plans for a traffic light on "R" Street near 29th Street S.E.
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Public Works Director Currie stated the City has applied for grant
funding for the installation of a traffic light at "R" Street and 29th
Street S.E.
Councilmember Wagner asked that Public Works Director Currie
prepare a briefing for the next Public Works Committee meeting on
why the right hand lane on "R" Street S.E. in front of Game Farm
Park has to be open.
Councilmember Brothers questioned what the time line is for
installation of a traffic light at 29th and "R" Street S.EPublic Works
Director Currie estimated a light at 29th and "R" Street S.E. may
receive funding within the next two years. Mr. Currie stated a
traffic light is already scheduled to be installed at 29th and "A"
Street S.E.
Councilmember Brothers questioned the feasibility of installing a
form of street matting he saw exhibited at a conference a few years
ago which consists of matting full of bumps and is supposed to
deter speeding. Councilmember Brothers requested Public Works
Director Currie check into the substance and report to the Public
Works Committee.
Councilmember Haugen requested copies of the reports and
investigation documents relating to an accident on "R" Street S.E.
which occurred on March 27, 1995. Mayor Booth asked that Police
Chief Purdy address Councilmember Haugen's request.
Susan Ryan, 5101 Mill Pond Loop, Auburn, WA
Mrs. Ryan stated she understood the hearing would be held tonight
regarding Lakeland Hills Division 14 and Application Numbers
PLT0005-90 and MIN0001-90, but now realizes the Council is
setting the hearing date tonight. Mrs. Ryan invited the members of
the City Council to visit her property at 5101 Mill Pond Loop and
view the trees she has been trying to save.
In response to a question from Councilmember Borden, City
Attorney Mike Reynolds advised that Councilmembers may visit
Mrs. Ryan's property, but should be accompanied by a member of
City staff and avoid any discussion of the issue with either party.
Councilmember Haugen stated she has already travelled
extensively in the neighborhood.
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III.
Correspondence
There was no correspondence to review.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Municipal Services
Chair Brothers reported the Municipal Services Committee met this
afternoon at 4:30 p.m. Chair Brothers reported the Committee
discussed the bids for the Municipal Services Building remodel and
unanimously recommended awarding the bid to the Iow bidder.
Chair Brothers requested Resolution No. 2627, authorizing a lease
of office space at the GSA fire stataion, be removed from the
agenda this evening and consideration delayed until after the
Committee has an opportunity to tour the premises. Chair Brothers
requested Resolution No. 2624, authorizing an agreement with
Robert Sanford Training Associates for preparation of a policy
manual, be removed from the agenda pending further information
from Police Chief Purdy. Chair Brothers further reported the
Committee unanimously recommends surplusing outdated
computers from the Fire Department. The next regular meeting of
the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for April 17, 1995
at 4:30 p.m.
Bo
Plannin,q & Community Development
Chair Burns reported the Planning and Community Development
Committee met Tuesday, March 28, 1995 at 5:30 p.m. and
discussed a number of items as recorded in the Planning and
Community Development Committee meeting minutes contained in
this evening's agenda. The next regular meeting of the Planning
and Community Development Committee is scheduled for Monday,
April 10, 1995 at 7:30 p.m.
Public Works
Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee held a
workshop meeting on March 27, 1995 and discussed traffic level of
service that will be incorporated in the Comprehensive Plan. Chair
Wagner stated level of service will be addressed by the Public
Works Committee at one more future meeting. Chair Wagner
further reported the Public Works Committee held its regular
meeting on March 27, 1995 at 5:30 p.m. and discussed a number
of issues, some of which appear on this evening's agenda. Chair
Wagner requested the Council's support of the Public Works
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IV.
Committee items as they appear on this evening's agenda. The
next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled
for Monday, April 10, 1995.
Finance
Chair Barber reported the Finance Committee met this evening at
7:00 p.m. and discussed setting the salary for the City Attorney at
$71,000 per year, and the Committee recommends setting the City
Attorney salary at $71,000 per year. Chair Barber added she
believes the City is fortunate to obtain the services of an
experienced and competent City Attorney. Chair Barber further
reported the Committee discussed and recommends approval of
claims and payroll as they appear in tonight's agenda. The next
regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for
Monday, April 17, 1995 at 7:00 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA
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Minutes
1. Minutes of the March 20, 1995 regular Council meeting.
Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claims check numbers 100481 through
amount of $692,169.68 dated April 3, 1995.
100858 in the
Payroll check numbers 213859 to 214176 in the amount of
$581,205.41 and Direct Payroll Deposit transmissions in the
amount of $151,851.81 for a grand total of $733,057.22 for
the pay period covering March 23, 1995 to March 24, 1995
are approved for payment this 3rd day of April, 1995.
Utility Bill Adjustment
F4.5.2
Recommend approval of utility adjustment to the following
accounts for the amount listed:
Account 3.12.0690 = $1,044.46
Account 5.03.1080 = $ 9,244.30
Account 5.03.1140 = $ 3,826.84
Account 3.61.0640 = $ 370.76
Account 3.16.2100 = $ 226.38
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D. Call for Hearinq
Comprehensive Plan Amendments
03.4.3
City Council to call for a public hearing on April 17,1995 on
the Draft Amendments to the Auburn Comprehensive Plan
including the Capital Facilities Plan.
Division 14 of Lakeland Hills
03.5 PLT0005-90, 03.10.3 MIN0001-90
City Council to schedule a public hearing on the revisions to
the Preliminary Plat of Division 14, of Lakeland Hills, for the
April 17, 1995 Council meeting.
Surplus Property
F4.6.1
Fire Department
To request Council authorization to surplus equipment from
the Fire Department and be sold during the next auction:
Below are computer equipment to be declared surplus:
#104-0067 Epson Computer
#104=0075 Epson Computer
#049349
#050512
F. Contract Manaqement
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 Woodworth & Company on their Iow bid of
$768,848.11.
City Attorney Salary
A4.3.1
City Council to fix City Attorney wage at $71,000 a year.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns to
approve Consent Agenda Items IV. A1 through IV.G.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-O
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2622 and Ordinance No. 4732
at its March 20, 1995 meeting approving amendments to the plat
applications and mining permit to accommodate the construction of
Divisions 9, 10, 12, and 13 of Lakeland Hills and excluding Division 14.
At the March 6, 1995 Division 14 was continued to the next meeting for
submittal of a work plan modification. At the March 20, 1995 meeting, no
action was taken. Earlier in the agenda tonight, proposed action by the
City Council to call for a public hearing for the April 17, 1995 City Council
meeting of Division 14 for Lakeland Hills.
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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 layout in order to
accommodate Division 14 of Lakeland Hills
Application No. MIN0001-90
O3.10.3 MIN0001-90
The request of Henderson Development, Inc., to amend the mining
permit allow material to be excavated in order to accommodate the
construction of Division 14 of Lakeland Hills.
Councilmember Kurle asked if the new proposal for Division 14 of
Lakeland Hills will be before the Planning and Community Development
Committee. Councilmember Burns stated it is his understanding the
proposal will come back directly for Council consideration. Planning and
Community Development Director Paul Krauss confirmed the new
proposal for Division 14 of Lakeland Hills will return directly to the City
Council. Councilmember Kurle asked if the City Councilmembers can
obtain the written information on the proposal prior to the publication of
the April 17, 1995 City Council Agenda in order to allow more time to
study the proposal. Planning and Community Development Director
Krauss stated he will try to accommodate Councilmember Kurle's request,
but it is dependent upon the amount of turn around time staff has after the
documentation is received from the developer.
At the March 20, 1995 City Council meeting, action on Resolution No.
2616 was postponed pending a public hearing on the Airport Master Plan.
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VI.
VII.
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.
NEW BUSINESS
Application No. PLT0002-93
03.5 PLT0002-93
The request of Stobie & Associates for final plat approval for an
18-1ot single-family subdivision to be known as "Velvet Square"
located north of 21st Street S.E., east of "M" Street S.E. within the
City of Auburn.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember
Borden, to approve the final plat of Velvet Square and instruct the
City Attorney to prepare the necessary Ordinance.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
See Item V.B of these minutes for comments made by Councilmember
Kurle and Councilmember Burns at this time.
See Item VlI.B.2 of these minutes for comments made by Councilmember
Haugen at this time.
Councilmember Haugen requested sufficient information on street and
alley vacations so that Councilmembers are knowledgeable on the issue
at the time of the hearing on the request for vacation.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
Ordinance No. 4733
A3.4.1.15, A5.2
An Ordinance relating to the protection and preservation of
landmarks in the City of Auburn; establishing procedures for
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designation and preservation of landmarks; providing for
enforcement; prescribing penalties for violation; and adding
a new Chapter 15.76 to the Auburn CityCode.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember
Wagner to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4733.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Ordinance No. 4734
F5.4.4, 04.10
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving Federal ISTEA Grant Funds with
local matching funds as provided in the Local Agency
Agreement between the City and the Washington State
Department of Transportation for the installation of
signalization of intersection at "A°' Street & 29th Street S.E.
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by
Councilmember Kurle to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
4734.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Ordinance No. 4735
F5.3
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving an appropriation of grant funds in
the amount of ten thousand and 00/100 dollars,
($10,000.00), and authorizing the Mayor to accept the grant
from the King County Department of Parks, Planning and
Resources, for late night and after school programs.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember
Wagner to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4735.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
Ordinance No. 4738
F5.4.3
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, approving
the appropriation of the sum of Four Hundred Eighteen
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Thousand Dollars ($418,000) in 1995-96 Community
Development Block Grant funds.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember
Borden to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4738.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Resolutions
Resolution No. 2624
O1.
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute an Agreement with Robed Sanford Training
Associates for preparation of a police manual for national
accreditation.
At the request of Municipal Services Committee Chair
Brothers under Item III.A of these minutes, Resolution No.
2624 is postponed.
Resolution No. 2625
03.9 V04-94
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, fixing a time for a public hearing on the petition
for vacation of the alley South of East Main Street and East
of "D" Street S.E., within the City of Auburn, Washington.
Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second
Councilmember Burns to adopt Resolution No. 2625.
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Councilmember Wagner reiterated his request to Public
Works Director Currie that maps be included with calls for
hearing when there is any question as to the location of the
issue.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
Resolution No. 2627
A3.17
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
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execute U. S. Government Lease of Real Property for rental
of office space at the GSA Fire Station.
At the request of Municipal Services Committee Chair
Brothers under Item III.A of these minutes, Resolution No.
2627 is postponed.
Resolution No. 2631
O3.1 ANX0002-94
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, relating to its intention to annex certain
property located on the City's northern boundary, adjacent
to South 277th Street.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember
Wagner to adopt Resolution No. 2631.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-~.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Executive Session
At 8:29 p.m., Mayor Booth recessed the regular meeting to
Executive Session to discuss personnel, litigation, and acquisition
issues for approximately 30 minutes.
At 9:38 the Mayor reconvened the regular meeting.
Motion by Councilmember Barber, second by Councilmember
Borden that salary adjustments be made effective April 1, 1995, for
the Planning Director, Chief of Police, and Personnel Director in
accordance with the Mayor's recommendation.
Councilmember Brothers stated when the Council agreed to
address this issue, he was not present and was on other City
business at the time. Councilmember Brothers stated that
apparently there was an agreement made to address the issue of
Department Head salaries in March, 1995. Councilmember
Brothers stated this is a departure from nine years past practice.
Councilmember Brothers stated each and every one of the
Department Heads recommended for salary adjustment is
deserving of them as well as each and every one of the other City
employees. Councilmember Brothers stated he believes it is only
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appropriate to revisit this issue on a regular basis and therefore will
not be able to support salary adjustments prior to the mid-year
budget reallocations.
In response to a question from Mayor Booth, Councilmember
Brothers confirmed that his concern is not with the amount of the
salary adjustment but with the timing of the request.
Councilmember Haugen stated she has concerns with the wages of
a particular Department Head, and if the vote will be inclusive of all
three Department Heads this evening, then she will vote no on the
motion.
Councilmember Kurle asked if Councilmembr Haugen would rather
separate the issues of the motion.
Councilmember Haugen stated she wants to look at each
Department Head, their level of responsibility related to personnel
supervised, and their responsibility in the community.
Councilmember Haugen stated she would prefer to vote on each of
the Department Heads separately with regard to pay increases.
Councilmember Haugen stated she is aware adjustments have
been considered this way in the past, and she is not requesting the
Mayor and Council adjust the system, but she will vote against the
motion as long as the Department Heads are grouped together in
the motion. Councilmember Haugen stated she wants to judge the
merits of each Deparment Head. Councilmember Haugen stated
the Department Heads are important to the City, and if the
Department Heads are not well compensated, the City may not
receive the kind of performance expected by her constituents.
Councilmember Wagner stated he is not opposed to voting on the
Department Head salary adjustments separately, but it is not a
requirement for him to support the motion.
MOTION CARRIED. 4-3. Councilmembers Brothers, Burns, and
Haugen voted no.
Mayor Booth thanked the Council for a difficult decision, and
acknowledged the major concern of some of the Councilmembers
was with the timing and not with the merit of the individual
Department Head.
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IX.
Motion by Councilmember Barber, second by Councilmember
Borden to increase the salaries of the Assistant Fire Chief and
Police Captains effective April 1, 1995.
Councilmember Wagner questioned the terms of the
recommendation. Councilmembr Barber stated it is to increase the
salaries in accordance with the Mayor's recommendations.
Councilmember Haugen expressed concern the City's union
negotiations may at some point put some of the City's salaries out
of reach, and she will vote no on the motion.
Councilmember Brothers stated the Assistant Fire Chief and
Assistants to the Chief of Police provide a high degree of services
to the City of Auburn; however, he will not be able to support the
adjustment at this time because he believes it inappropriate to
adjust salaries prior to mid-year budget adjustments.
In response to a question from Mayor Booth, Councilmember
Brothers confirmed he is not opposed to the amount of the
adjustments proposed, but disagrees with the timing of the request.
MOTION CARRIED. 4-3. Councilmembers Brothers, Burns, and
Haugen voted no.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the
meeting adjourned at 9:48 p.m.
Charles A. Booth, Mayor
Robin Wohlhueter, City Clerk
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