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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-04-1995 CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES December4, 1995 7:30 p.m. 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. Bo 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,~ Assistant Personnel Director Dan Watts, Court Administrator Bob Rittenhouse, Parks and Recreation Director Len Chapman, Cultural Program Manager Josie Emmons, Assistant Finance Director Arlene Mempa, Public Works Director Frank Currie, Planning and Community Development Director Paul Krauss, 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 Announcements There were no announcements this evening. 2. Appointments a) Municipal Court Judge A1.4.1, A4.5.2 Councilmember Burns moved to reconsider and amend the confirmation Mayor Booth's appointment for Auburn Municipal Court Judge as submitted at the Page 1 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 1995 meeting of November 20, 1995. Councilmember Burns stated he believes the City owes a debt of gratitude to the efforts Judge Bonjorni made in setting up and operating the municipal court under trying circumstances. He stated Judge Bonjorni set the highest professional and ethical standards for the court. Councilmember Burns distributed copies of a letter to the editor which appeared in the Valley Daily News to be made part of the record. He reflected that had joined three other Councilmembers in voting not to confirm the Mayor's appointment on November 20, 1995, and hoped the vote was not perceived as a vote against Mayor Booth or Judge Cayce but as a vote for Judge Bonjorni. He added that he wished the issue before the Council was whether to confirm Judge Bonjorni for the next two years. He stated the only choices before the City Council are whether the municipal court is administered by a group of pro tem judges or by Judge Cayce, and Judge Cayce is the preferable choice. Councilmember Kurle seconded the motion. Councilmember Barber stated she believes the City Council honors Judge Bonjorni and is hopeful the Council can resolve the issue in the best interest of the City and the court. Mayor Booth stated a statement appeared in a recent newspaper article which indicated he had some kind of special information about Judge Bonjorni. Mayor Booth stated the comment derived from a statement he made that he will not make any kind of negative statements about a person whom he admires and recognizes as a very honest and sensitive person. Councilmember Haugen thanked Councilmember Burns for his comments, and stated she wished this issue had not become a media issue. MOTION CARRIED. 5-2. Councilmembers Haugen and Brothers voted no. Page 2 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 1995 Do Judge Duncan Bonjorni, Auburn Municipal Court Judge Bonjorni stated he appreciated Mayor Booth's comments with regard to special information about him, and he requested a total disclaimer from Mayor Booth that there is no "secret information". Judge Bonjorni stated that if it is not a total disclaimer that there is no such information, he wants the information in the open where he has a chance to respond. Mayor Booth stated he recognizes Judge Bonjorni as an honorable, ethical, and sensitive person; and has nothing more to say to the issue. Mayor Booth stated he made no statement regarding secret information. Motion by Councilmember Burns to confirm Judge Cayce as Auburn Municipal Court Judge with the qualification that an interlocal agreement is entered into with King County which shall include the following provisions: 1) a pro-rata payment of salary; 2) neither the appointment of the judge nor the interlocal agreement will result in the loss of the independent municipal court status of Auburn Municipal Court; and 3) the agreement and appointment shall be for two years terminating on December 31, 1997, whereupon the Auburn Municipal Court Judge, elected by the citizens of Auburn, will assume the bench of Auburn Municipal Court. Councilmember Borden seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Agenda Modifications Agenda modifications include the addition of the November 20, 1995 City Council meeting that recessed to November 28, 1995 at 5:00 p.m. transmitted under Item IV.A.2 of these minutes, and the addition of Ordinance No. 4815 transmitted under Item VII.A.8 of these minutes. Page 3 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 199,~ I1. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE A. Public Hearings Consolidated Plan F5.4.3, 03.11.3 City Council to conduct a public hearing on revisions to the Consolidated Plan. The public hearing will allow comments from those who might have comments or suggestions regarding proposed revisions to the Plan. No action is required at this time. Mayor Booth opened the public hearing. Associate Planner Bill Mandeville explained that tonight's hearing is the first of two hearings to be conducted on revisions to the Consolidated Plan. The Plan represents the City's strategy for housing and community development, and is essentially the City's application for federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds. The Plan guides the City in its consideration and appropriation of Community Development Block Grant Funds. The strategies contained in the Plan provide a basis for monitoring and assessing the City's performance relative to housing and community development. Prior to the City publishing any amendments to the Plan, the Department of Housing and Urban Development requires that a public hearing be held on the Plan to solicit comments, ideas, and concerns regarding the Plan to ensure that citizen participation is an element in the development of the amendments to the Plan. The proposed amendments will be published mid-December 1995, and the amendments will be presented to the Planning and Community Development Committee on January 8, 1996. The City Council will be asked to conduct another hearing on January 16, 1996, followed by the City Council's consideration and adoption of the amendments. The Plan must be submitted to the Department of Housing and Urban Development by February 15, 1996. Associate Planner Mandeville stated all comments, concerns and ideas will be considered during the development of the proposed amendments to the Plan. Page 4 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes December 4, 1995 Maria Ybarra, Regional Director for YWCA South King County Programs Ms. Ybarra commented that YWCA officials are pleased with the direction of the Plan. YVVCA maintains emergency and transitional housing in Auburn, and has entered into an agreement with the City to open the stability project. The Plan addresses the need for types of housing needs in Auburn. Nina Auerbach, Child Care Resources Ms. Auerbach stated the Consolidated Plan is an excellent comprehensive document which acknowledges the role of human service agencies as they interface with housing. Ms. Auerbach noted that child care is referenced throughout the Plan, and requested that issues of availability and quality of child care be included in the Plan. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to close the public hearing. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 2. 1996 Final Budget F3.10 The City Council will conduct a public hearing on the 1996 Final Budget. Citizens are invited to provide the City Council with written and oral comments prior to making their determination on the 1996 Final Budget. Mayor Booth opened the public hearing and invited citizens to make comments. Mike Dowden, 4326 South 291st Street, Auburn, WA Mr. Dowden stated he is a child care provider in the Auburn area. Mr. Dowden stated Child Care Resources is a valuable resource to Auburn and every area they serve. Mr. Dowden stated that Child Care Resources' resource line assists parents in finding affordable child care. They also provide quality training for child care providers, a library of resources, and curriculum resources. Mr. Dowden urged the City Council to provide funding to Child Care Resources. Page 5 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, t995 Bo Karen Schumacher, 1902 "A" Street SE, Auburn, WA Ms. Schumacher expressed her appreciation to Child Care Resources and the housing authority. Ms. Schumacher stated Child Care Resources has provided specially trained people to assist her with the demands of a hyperactive, attention-deficit child. Dick Bru,q,qer, 11244 SE 322nd Street, Auburn, WA Mr. Brugger stated he is Executive Director of Auburn Youth Resources. He stated he is supportive of Child Care Resources, and he does not mind a reduction in the funding to Auburn Youth Resources in order to fund Child Care Resources provided the lion's share does not come from Auburn Youth Resources and any funding reductions are equitably distributed. Peg Mason, Children's Home Society, 4338 Auburn Way North, Auburn, WA Ms. Mason stated she supports the work of Child Care Resources, but also supports the Human Services Commission. She stated it is important to support the work of volunteer committees such as the Human Services Commission. Motion by Councilmember Barber, second Councilmember Haugen to close the public hearing. by MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Mayor Booth noted that the City Councilmembers have received a summary of the requests and recommendations discussed at the City Council budget workshop. Audience Participation John Williams, 511 East Main Street, Auburn, WA Mr. Williams stated he is the owner of a skateboard shop called the Outhouse located at 511 East Main Street. He presented the City Council with copies of a petition initiated by two teenage skateboarders for the construction of a skateboard park. Mr. Williams stated the City provides facilities for several other sports, but skateboarders have no place to participate in their sport within Page 6 City of Auburn Council Meetin,q Minutes December 4, 1995 III. the city. He suggested constructing a skateboard facility at an existing park such as Game Farm Park. Councilmember Kurle advised Mr. Williams that the proposed 1996 Budget includes $10,000 for the design of a skateboard park. Councilmember Kurle suggested that Mr. Williams and his colleagues participate in the design of the park. Parks and Recreation Director Len Chapman stated that over the next few months staff will set up the process to determine the need and location for a skateboard park and then present the process to the Planning and Community Development Committee. Parks and Recreation Director Chapman stated the $10,000 is for the design of the park and does not include construction costs. Correspondence There were no items for City Council review under this item. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS Ao Municipal Services Chair Brothers reported the Municipal Services Committee did not meet today. The next regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for Monday, December 18, 1995 at 4:30 p.m. Bo Plannin,q & Community Development Chair Burns reported the Planning and Community Development Committee met November 27, 1995, and the minutes are a matter of public record. Chair Burns requested the City Council's support of the Planning and Community Development Committee items appearing on this evening's agenda. The next regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled for Monday, December 11, 1995 at 7:30 p.m. Public Works Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee met November 27, 1995 and discussed a number of contractual items. The Public Works Committee scheduled a workshop to review the Comprehensive Water Plan and the water rate study for Thursday, December 7, 1995 at 5:00. Chair Wagner urged the other members of the City Council to attend the workshop. The next Page 7 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 1995 IV. regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for December 11, 1995 at 5:30 p.m. Do Finance Chair Barber reported the Finance Committee met this evening at 7:00 p.m. and discussed Ordinance No. 4807, the 1996 Budget, Resolution No. 2689, and received a presentation on the Draft 1996 Legislative Agenda. Chair Barber requested the City Council's support of the Finance Committee items appearing on this evening's agenda including claims and payroll vouchers. The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for December 18, 1995 at 7:00 p.m. Councilmember Borden requested clarification of the minutes of the November 27, 1995, Planning and Community Development Committee meeting. Item 3 should include that Member Wagner moved to recommend approval of the Comprehensive Plan amendments with the changes discussed during the Committee meeting, particularly the change related to the Lakeview special planning area and the inclusion of the words "single family". Councilmember Burns stated that Councilmember Borden is correct in her recollection, and the minutes should be corrected. Councilmember Borden also noted that the committee members listed in the minutes of the November 27, 1995 Planning and Community Development Committee meeting should also be corrected to delete Jeanne Barber and add Rich Wagner. CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes 1. Minutes of the November 20, 1995 regular Council meeting. Minutes of the November 20, 1995 City Council meeting recessed to November 28, 1995 at 5:00 p.m. B. Vouchers F4.9.2, F4.9.5 Claims Claims check numbers 107238 through 107583 in the amount of $755,789.57 and dated this 4th day of December, 1995. Page 8 City of Auburn Council Meetin,q Minutes December 4, t995 Co Payroll Payroll numbers 219955 to 220264 in the amount of $584,768.37 and Direct Payroll Deposit transmissions in the amount of $191,814.45 for a grand total of $776,582.82 for the pay period covering November 10, 1995 to November 22, 1995 are approved for payment this 4th day of December, 1995. Call for Hearing 1995 Comprehensive Plan Amendments 03.4.3, O3.4.1.8, O3.4.1.5 City Council to call for a public hearing to be held on December 18, 1995, on Comprehensive Plan amendments, including the City of Auburn Comprehensive Water Plan and the Airport Master Plan. Contract Administration Public Works Project Number PR 513A O4.12.1 Recommend the award of Public Works Contract Number 95-21, Residential Sidewalk Improvement Program, LID 346, Public Works Project Number PR 513A, to D.A. Zuluaga on their Iow bid of $293,247.00. Public Works Project Number PR 513B O4.12.1 Recommend the award of Public Works Contract Number 95-22, Non-contiguous Sidewalk Improvement Project, Public Works Project Number PR 513B, to GMT, Inc. on their Iow bid of $76,350.00. Public Works Project Number PR 511 O4.10.2 Recommend approval of Change Order No. 3, Public Works Contract No. 94-02, Signal Interconnect, Public Works Project Number PR 511, to Totem Electric in the amount of $27,003.00. Page 9 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 1995 Mo Public Works Project Number PR 511 O4.10.2 Recommend approval of Pay Estimate No. 10 (Final) to Totem Electric for Public Works Contract No. 94-02, Signal Interconnect, Public Works Project Number PR 511, in the amount of $25,652.85. o Public Works Proiect Number PR 566 O4.11.1 Request permission to advertise for Public Works Project Number PR 566, Lea Hill Water Improvement. Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns to approve Consent Agenda Items IV.A through IV.D.5, including Item IV.A.2 transmitted by the agenda modification. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ao Reallocation of 1995 Community Development Block Grant Funds F5.4.3 The City of Auburn to reallocate $120,000 from the 1995-1996 Community Development Block Grant funds appropriated to the City of Auburn Community Development Block Grant Youth Center Project. Funding will be appropriated in the amount of $100,000 to assist in the rehabilitation of dwellings through the City of Auburn Housing Repair Program; and $20,000 to assist in program planning for the potential development of a youth center and/or other programs for youth. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Borden to reallocate the 1995 Community Development Block Grant funds as set forth in this evening's agenda. Councilmember Brothers asked if his concern over the inclusion of the development of a curriculum was addressed by the Planning and Community Development Committee. Mayor Booth advised the reference to curriculum was deleted. Councilmember Borden stated the wording "and/or other programs for youth" was added instead. Page 10 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 1995 VI. VII. Councilmember Kurle asked when the housing rehabilitation funding becomes available. Senior Planner Hicks stated applications for the funding are being accepted now, and he anticipates the funding will be available soon. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. NEW BUSINESS Application No. CUP0007-95 O3.10.1 CUP0007-95 The request of Fisher Investment Company for approval of a conditional use permit to allow for a drive-in restaurant on property located at 1202 Auburn Way North. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Wagner to approve the conditional use permit based upon the Hearing Examiner's finding of fact, conclusions and conditions; and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Application No. CUP0011-95 O3.10.1 CUP0011-95 The request of Lowell and Joyce Wikum to allow a building located at 1116 Harvey Road to be used a child day care center. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Wagner to approve the conditional use permit based upon the Hearing Examiner's finding of fact, conclusions and conditions; and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Ordinances Ordinance No. 4802 F5.4.4, 04.9.1 PR 522 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 Page 11 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 1995 Agreement between the City and the Washington State Department of Transportation to prepare and implement a Downtown Enhancement Project on Auburn Way South to "A" Street. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Kurle to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4802. Councilmember Brothers questioned the 1994 date on the exhibit to Ordinance No. 4802. City Attorney Reynolds stated Ordinance No. 4802 is associated with the 1994 audit report and the procedures for accepting the grant and amending the budget for the fiscal year. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Ordinance No. 4807 F6.6.3, F3.10 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, determining and fixing the amount to be raised by ad valorem taxes for fiscal year 1996 for the City of Auburn, Washington, pursuant to the provisions of R.C.W. 35A. 33.135. Motion by Councilmember Barber, second by Councilmember Brothers to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4807. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Ordinance No. 4808 F3.10 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, adopting the budget for the City of Auburn, Washington, for the year 1996. Motion by Councilmember Barber, second by Councilmember Wagner to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4808. Councilmember Burns recalled that at the November 6, 1995, Council meeting, he requested a copy of the state Page 12 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 1995 audit report before consideration of the budget. The Auditor's office has yet to release the audit. Councilmember Burns requested that the issue of having the audit released to the City Council be carried as old business on future agendas so the City Council or future City Councils will obtain the audit and have a chance to review it. Mayor Booth stated the audit material that has been released to the City Council is administrative material resulting from the auditor's exit interview. Mayor Booth advised that the City has not yet received the audit report, and the City has been informed that the audit report will not be available until the end of December, 1995 or the first of January, 1996. Mayor Booth stated that as soon as the audit is received, the City Council will receive copies. Councilmember Barber amended her motion to approve the budget as discussed and developed in the City. Council workshop. Councilmember Wagner amended his second. In response to a question from Councilmember Brothers, Councilmember Burns clarified his request that the City Council carry under old business the release of the state audit report. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Motion by Councilmember Haugen that the Human Services Committee recommendations for General Fund support be amended as follows: the Food Bank to receive $9,100 instead of $6,000, with the provision that $5,000 of the money be reserved for food only; Auburn Youth Resources to receive $62,340 instead of $63,800; Children's Home Society, Families First Program, to receive $28,000 instead of $30,000; Child Care Resources to receive $3,000; King County Sexual Assault to receive $29,000 instead of $30,160. Councilmember Kurle stated the City Council discussed the Human Services Committee allocations at length during its budget workshop, and the Council at that time agreed to leave the Human Services Committee recommendation intact. Page 13 City of Auburn Council Meetin,q Minutes December 4, 1995 Motion failed for lack of a second. Ordinance No. 4810 F5.4.4, O4.9.1 PR 523, F2.4.9 LID 348 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 to prepare and implement the Main Street Enhancement Project on Auburn Avenue to "B" Street. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Burns to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4810. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Ordinance No. 4811 F5.4.6, O4.9.1 PR 507 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, approving Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) Grant funds with local matching funds as provided in the Project Agreement between the City and the TIB for Auburn Way South/Burlington Northern Railroad Project. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second by Councilmember Kurle to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4811. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Ordinance No. 4812 03.5 PLT0004-95 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, approving the final plat of a 2-lot subdivision located on the west side of "A" Street SE, in the 4200 block, within the City of Auburn, Washington. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Haugen to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4812. Page 14 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 1995 MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Ordinance No. 4813 F5.4.3, 03.11 An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending Ordinance No. 4738 which ordinance approved the 1995- 1996 appropriation of Community Development Block Grant funds to reallocate unused funds. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Wagner to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4813. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Ordinance No. 4815 A1.4.1, A4.5.2, A3.5.5.2 An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, King County, Washington, amending Auburn Municipal Code Section 2.14.030 to provide for the elected Municipal Court Judge beginning January 1, 1998. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Barber to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4815. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolutions Resolution No. 2683 O5.1.2, A5.2.5 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement for artwork between the City and Gerard Kazuhiko Tsutakawa. Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Wagner to adopt Resolution No. 2683. Councilmember Brothers stated the Planning and Community Development Committee meeting minutes did not reference the cost of the project. Parks and Recreation Director Chapman advised that the 1995 Budget includes $30,000 for the artwork. Cultural Program Manager Josie Page 15 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 1995 Emmons presented a model of the sculpture. She explained that the Arts Commission went through a lengthy selection process in order to select Gerard Tsutakawa, who is the son of noted Northwest sculptor, George Tsutakawa. The sculpture will be fabricated bronze approximately 10-1/2 feet high by 10 feet wide, and the sculpture depicts the corona of the sun as it would appear during a full solar eclipse. The sculpture will be sited in an accessible location at Game Farm Park so that the piece can be interactive with park users. Dr. Herman Ansingh, 1909 5th Street NE, Auburn, WA Dr. Ansingh is a member of the Auburn Arts Commission. Dr. Ansingh stated the Commission spent considerable time deliberating on the selection of the artist and the artwork. Dr. Ansingh stated the sculpture is an interactive piece and should appeal to all ages. Dr. Ansingh stated that at the turn of the century, approximately one-third of the population of the City of Auburn were of Japanese ancestry thereby making the selection of Gerard Tsutakawa appropriate. Ron Carson, 11520 SE 312th, Auburn, WA Mr. Carson is a member of the Auburn Arts Commission. Mr. Carson stated the sculpture will be a landmark piece for the city of Auburn. He believes the piece will be photographed and associated with Auburn in the future. Cultural Program Manager Emmons advised that the sculpture will be located on a grassy knoll off the walking path before the baseball diamond. The sculpture will be positioned so that the backdrop will be a tree-filled hillside. The sculpture should be placed by early summer. Mayor Booth thanked the Auburn Arts Commission for their time and effort in selecting the artwork. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolution No. 2684 A3.13.7.2 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor of the City of Auburn to terminate that certain Street Improvement Delay Agreement Page 16 City of Auburn Council Meetin,q Minutes December 4, 1995 between the City of Auburn and the owner of Lot 3 and the south 143.08 feet of Lot 2 of City of Auburn Short Plat No. 32-79 as described in Street Improvement Delay Agreement recorded under King County Auditor's File No. 8409131033. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second Councilmember Burns to adopt Resolution No. 2684. by In response to a question from Councilmember Brothers, Public Works Director Currie stated the location of the property is just south of 29th Street on West Valley Highway. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolution No. 2685 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 Randall S. Goodwin. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second Councilmember Kurle to adopt Resolution No. 2685. by MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolution No. 2687 A3.13.2, O4.2.1 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an easement for an electric transmission system between the City and Puget Sound Power and Light Company for the purposes of maintaining, operating and replacing an existing overhead electric service system. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second Councilmember Burns to adopt Resolution No. 2687. by MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Page 17 City of Auburn Council Meetin.q Minutes December 4, 1995 Resolution No. 2688 A1.3 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an amendment to the Mill Creek Interlocal Agreement between King County and the cities of Auburn and Kent extending the duration of the Interlocal Agreement one year (1) from the date of adoption. Motion by Councilmember Wagner, second Councilmember Kurle to adopt Resolution No. 2688. by MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Mayor Booth recessed the regular meeting to Executive Session at 8:45 p.m. for approximately 15 minutes to discuss personnel issues. Mayor Booth reconvened the regular meeting at 9:10 p.m. Motion by Councilmember Barber, second by Councilmember Brothers to increase the Police Captains and the Assistant Fire Chief salaries by six percent (3% for cost of living and 3% for equity) as established by Auburn City Code 2.88. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Motion by Councilmember Barber, second by Councilmember Brothers that after review of city-wide salary adjustments, the Council authorizes the unaffiliated employees compensation plan as established pursuant to Auburn City Code 2.88 be increased by three percent for cost of living effective January 1, 1996, and that the city continue to contribute towards health care premiums at the current ratio. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolution No. 2689 A3.9.1 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City and the Auburn Police Guild Lieutenants Unit for 1996-1998. Page 18 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes December 4, 1995 IX. Motion by Councilmember Barber, second Councilmember Brothers to adopt Resolution No. 2899. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. MAYOR'S REPORT A. by Executive Session The regular meeting was recessed to Executive Session following Item VlI.B.5 of these minutes. See Item VlI.B.5 above. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the City Council this evening, the meeting adjourned at 9:14 p,m. Charles A. Booth, Mayor 95M 12-4 Robin Wohlhueter, City Clerk Page 19